

The Genius Life
Max Lugavere
Science-first wellness podcast that is equal parts rigorous, rebellious, and ridiculously useful. Hosted by Max Lugavere, health and science journalist, New York Times bestselling author, and one of the most trusted voices in nutrition and longevity.
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice.
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice.
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Jul 5, 2021 • 1h 12min
178: Secrets to Optimizing Protein Intake to Gain Muscle, Prevent Disease, and Age Well | Stuart Phillips, PhD
Stuart Phillips is the Director of the Physical Activity Centre of Excellence (PACE) at the Department of Kinesiology at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario, and Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in Skeletal Muscle Health. In 2018 and 2019, he was named to Clarivate’s Highly Cited Researchers list as being in the top one percent of all cited researchers in nutrition and exercise research. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/178-stuart-phillips Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! http://youtube.com/maxlugavere

Jun 30, 2021 • 1h 28min
177: Hydrating Optimally, Water Purification and Remineralization, and How Deuterium is Slowly Killing You | Robert Slovak
Robert Slovak is regarded as one of the world’s foremost water experts, pioneering reverse osmosis technology in the early '70s. Today, he's the Chief Science & Technology Officer at Water and Wellness, offering a curated collection of products to provide every household with toxin-free, mineral-rich, and health-giving water—as found at drinklitewater.com. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/177-robert-slovak WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE (TRUST ME)! http://youtube.com/maxlugavere

Jun 23, 2021 • 1h 9min
176: Why Calorie Counting Fails, The Science of Saunas, and Mouth-Taping for Better Sleep | Mike Mutzel, MS
Mike Mutzel earned his B.S. in Biology from Western Washington University in 2006 and completed his M.S. in Clinical Nutrition from the University of Bridgeport in 2015 and is a graduate of the Institute for Functional Medicine’s (IFM) Applying Functional Medicine in Clinical Practice (AFMCP). He hosts the High Intensity Health podcast, and is the author of Belly Fat Effect: The Real Secret About How Your Diet, Intestinal Health, and Gut Bacteria Help You Burn Fat. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/176-mike-mutzel

Jun 16, 2021 • 1h 4min
175: Tools to Heal Emotional Wounds and Fix Broken Relationships | Almost 30’s Krista Williams and Lindsey Simcik
Krista Williams and Lindsey Simcik are the hosts of the mega-popular Almost 30 podcast. We discuss the importance of trusting your intuition, going for your dreams, owning your voice, the benefits (and different types) of therapy, showing up as your most authentic self, and more.

Jun 11, 2021 • 57min
174: What to Do to Extend Your Lifespan Right Now | Sergey Young
Sergey Young is a longevity investor and visionary with a mission to extend healthy lifespans of at least one billion people. To do this, Sergey founded Longevity Vision Fund to accelerate life extension breakthroughs and make longevity affordable and accessible to all. Sergey is on the Board of Directors of the American Federation of Aging Research (AFAR) and the Development Sponsor of Age Reversal XPRIZE global competition designed to cure aging. He is the author of The Science and Technology of Growing Young: An Insider's Guide to the Breakthroughs That Will Dramatically Extend Our Lifespan...and What You Can Do Right Now, coming in August and available for pre-order now! Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/174-sergey-young

Jun 2, 2021 • 1h 13min
173: How Plant Medicine Can Heal Trauma and Awaken Spirituality | Aubrey Marcus
Aubrey Marcus is the founder of Onnit, host of the Aubrey Marcus Podcast, founder of the Fit For Service Fellowship, and the author of Own the Day, Own Your Life: Optimized Practices for Waking, Working, Learning, Eating, Training, Playing, Sleeping, and Sex. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/173-aubrey-marcus

May 31, 2021 • 1h 5min
172: End the Confusion! Separating Nutrition Fact From Fiction | Mark Hyman, MD
Mark Hyman, MD is a board-certified physician, a leader in the field of functional medicine, host of The Doctor's Farmacy podcast, and author of several New York Times bestselling books. His latest offering is The Pegan Diet: 21 Practical Principles for Reclaiming Your Health in a Nutritionally Confusing World. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/172-mark-hyman

May 26, 2021 • 1h 10min
171: How to Lose Fat, Smash Weight Loss Plateaus, and Age-Proof Your Body | Sal di Stefano
Sal Di Stefano co-hosts Mind Pump Radio and Mind Pump TV. By 19 he was managing health clubs, and by 22 he owned his own gym. After 20 years as a personal trainer, he has dedicated himself to bringing science and truth to the fitness industry. In fact, he considers himself a "fitlosopher!" Now, he adds "author" to the resume with the publication of his first book: The Resistance Training Revolution: The No-Cardio Way to Burn Fat and Age-Proof Your Body―in Only 60 Minutes a Week! Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/171-sal-di-stefano

May 19, 2021 • 1h 20min
170: How to Fix Fatigue, Plus What Women Need to Know About Fasting | Amy Shah, MD
Dr. Amy Shah is a double board-certified MD with an undergraduate degree with honors from Cornell in Nutrition, medical training at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, then further research and residency training at the Harvard Hospitals, and advanced training at the Columbia Presbyterian Hospital in Immunology/Allergy. She is the author of I'm So Effing Tired: A Proven Plan to Beat Burnout, Boost Your Energy, and Reclaim Your Life, out now! Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/170-dr-amy-shah

May 12, 2021 • 1h 15min
169: How to Make Friends, Network Effortlessly, and Level Up Your Life | Jon Levy
Jon Levy is a behavioral scientist best known for his work in influence, human connection, and decision making. Jon specializes in applying the latest research to transform the ways companies approach marketing, sales, consumer engagement, and culture. He is also an author; his latest book is You're Invited: The Art and Science of Cultivating Influence. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/169-jon-levy


