

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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Dec 12, 2018 • 39min
38: Are Supplements Healthy and Safe? | Danielle Citrolo, PharmD
Danielle Citrolo, PharmD holds degrees in biochemistry and chemistry from North Carolina State University and a Doctor of Pharmacy from Albany College of Pharmacy, NY. She discusses the science behind many commonly used supplements including Cognizin Citicoline which is used in many cognition-boosting supplements.

Dec 5, 2018 • 60min
37: How to Optimize Sleep for Fat Loss and Better Health | Shawn Stevenson
Shawn Stevenson is a nutritionist and the host of the top rated health podcast The Model Health Show. He is also the author of the best-selling book Sleep Smarter: 21 Essential Strategies to Sleep Your Way to A Better Body, Better Health, and Bigger Success.

Nov 28, 2018 • 37min
36: The Psychedelic Origins of Christmas | Tero Isokauppila
Tero Isokauppila is a Finnish foraging expert, founder of medicinal mushroom company Four Sigmatic, and the author of Santa Sold Shrooms.

Nov 21, 2018 • 1h
35: How Wheat, Carbs, and Sugar Can Harm Your Brain | David Perlmutter, MD
David Perlmutter, MD is a board-certified neurologist, Fellow of the American College of Nutrition, and the New York Times best-selling author of Brain Maker and Grain Brain, now updated with the latest nutritional and neurological science.

Nov 14, 2018 • 41min
34: How Nature Can Make You Fit and Healthy | Abel James
Abel James is the author of the NY Times best-selling book The Wild Diet, is the host of the top health podcast The Fat Burning Man Show, and is the star of ABC's My Diet is Better Than Yours.

Oct 31, 2018 • 50min
33: How to Grow | Scott Barry Kaufman, PhD
Scott Barry Kaufman, PhD is a professor of psychology at Columbia University. He's also a columnist for Scientific American and the host of The Psychology Podcast. He studies creativity, intelligence, and humanistic psychology and focuses on how to remove the blocks that impede living well.

Oct 24, 2018 • 58min
32: Fats That Heal, Fats That Kill | James DiNicolantonio, PharmD
James DiNicolantonio is a doctor of pharmacy, a cardiovascular research scientist at Saint Luke's Mid America Heart Institute, the associate editor of British Medical Journal's (BMJ) Open Heart, and author of Superfuel: Ketogenic Keys to Unlock the Secrets of Good Fats, Bad Fats, and Great Health. We discuss all things omega-3s and omega-6s. Prepare to gain an in-depth understanding of the biologic impact of each of these fats and the foods that they are found in!

Oct 17, 2018 • 49min
31: How to Buy the Best Extra-Virgin Olive Oil | Nicholas Coleman
Nicholas Coleman is one of the worlds few oleologists, meaning he's dedicated his life to the study of the olive and its oil. He's an advisor to Yale's Olive Institute, a globally-renowned lecturer, and the founder of Grove and Vine, a subscription-based service which sends out hand-picked varietals quarterly. Check out groveandvine.com to learn more and use code 'GENIUS' to save $20 off a subscription! In this episode, you're going to learn everything you need to know about extra-virgin olive oil, including some of its benefits, how to buy the best kinds, how to store it, and tons more.

Oct 10, 2018 • 1h 5min
30: Coffee Enemas and Other Biohacks | Ben Greenfield
Ben Greenfield, fitness expert and host of a health podcast, explores various biohacks and lifestyle choices for optimal well-being. Topics include coffee enemas, morning routines, cognitive enhancement, sleep optimization, and living like a genius.

Oct 4, 2018 • 42min
29: CBD Benefits and Buyer's Guide | Gretchen Lidicker
Gretchen Lidicker is the health editor of the hugely popular wellness site mindbodygreen and the author of the new book, "CBD Oil, Everyday Secrets: A Lifestyle Guide to Hemp-Derived Health and Wellness." She has worked on the academic and clinical side of integrative medicine for many years. Originally from Sedona, Arizona, she has a B.S. in biology and earned her master’s degree in physiology with a concentration in complementary and alternative medicine from Georgetown University.


