The Genius Life

Relationship expert Amy Chan discusses signs and mistakes leading to relationship failure, the importance of aligning actions and words in relationships, the danger of future tripping, and the impact of constant criticism. She also shares her personal journey to healing and highlights the lack of education on healthy relationships in schools.

Organizational psychologist and bestselling author, Benjamin Hardy, discusses regaining control and 10X-ing success, reflecting on growth and success, using a future goal as a filter, and challenges in adopting and having twins through IVF.

Guest Julia DiGangi, PhD, discusses the connection between emotions and personal empowerment, understanding and controlling emotions, the impact of trauma on emotions and relationships, breaking patterns, and gaining emotional control. They also explore the benefits of colostrum, coping with substances and emotional pain, and the importance of mental health and emotional power.

Renowned Harvard professor and author Arthur Brooks discusses the keys to happiness, the impact of social media on envy, finding love in the digital age, the importance of complementarity in relationships, the limitations of dating apps, social proof in relationships, breaking the cycle of bad decisions, metacognition and religious contemplation, optimizing dopamine for focus and creativity, unrealistic views of relationships on social media, gratitude for technology and educational podcasts, and the continuous journey of happiness.

Dr. Nathan Bryan, molecular medicine leader, discusses the importance of nitric oxide, therapy for mental health, negative effects of mouthwash on oral microbiome, significance of electrolytes, iodine deficiency, impact of alcohol on oral microbiome, and role of nitric oxide in immune function.

Lily Nichols, a registered dietitian and nutritionist, discusses evidence-based prenatal nutrition. Topics include: best foods during pregnancy, protein intake, plant defense chemicals in our diet, healthy cravings, value of collagen, challenges of eating during pregnancy, benefits of organ meats, food safety concerns, and nutrition during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Jolene Brighten, a naturopathic endocrinologist, talks about optimizing fertility for both men and women, debunking misconceptions and emphasizing the importance of sperm quality. The podcast also discusses the impact of heat exposure on fertility, benefits of myo-inositol and melatonin supplements, preserving fertility through IVF, risks of twin pregnancies, and the effects of chronic stress on fat cells. They also touch upon hormone replacement therapy for perimenopausal women.

Former CIA agent Andrew Bustamente shares secrets of detecting lying and deception. Discussion includes becoming a CIA spy, reducing stress, CIA mindset shift, adopting James Bond and Batman as role models, the importance of consistency in health, psychology of spy skills, engineering demand, and admiration for Flight of the Conchords and ethnic ambiguity.

Thomas DeLauer, fitness coach and keto diet advocate, and the host debunk top diet myths, discuss controversies in nutrition, explore the differences between plant-based and animal-based proteins, and emphasize the importance of maintaining balance in diet and wellness. They also touch on topics such as the misconceptions of eating more fat, the benefits of magnesium, weight loss strategies, and the trade-off between longevity and performance in extreme athletes.

Psychiatrist David Spiegel discusses the power of hypnosis in healing chronic pain, negative thoughts, and addictive behavior. He introduces the Revery app, an interactive tool for achieving hypnosis. The podcast explores the relationship between hypnosis and meditation, the use of hypnosis in the medical establishment, and the potential risks and benefits of hypnosis as a treatment option. The speakers also engage in hypnotic exercises to explore sensations and control of their hands.