The Made to Thrive Show

Steve Brown, a leading AI futurist and former executive at Google DeepMind, discusses the revolutionary potential of AI in healthcare. He explores how personal AI agents could transform wellness and disease prevention, potentially curing cancer by 2030. Brown addresses the challenges in implementing AI in various industries and the ethical considerations of data usage. He shares an optimistic vision for 2030, highlighting technological advancements and their impact on personal fulfillment and societal progress.

Reversing type II diabetes at a 98% success rate using artificial intelligence. The future of medicine is already here, and it’s changing real peoples lives right now. Listeners of my show know I believe personalized data and AI interpretation of this data is how we can beat chronic disease, which is why talking to my guest today - who is using this health algorithm  right now - was a pleasure and genuine moment of hope. Dr. John Oberg is a Founder, CEO, Board Director, Advisor, Professor, and Investor trusted by organizations to navigate growth, conflict, and change. He founded two Austin-based healthcare innovators: Sedera, a community-based medical cost-sharing organization (#193 on Inc 500, #26 in Financial Times Western Hemisphere), and Precina Health, a first-of-its-kind chronic care virtual medical practice and a thought leader in AI deployment. Through John Oberg Advisory, John advises large institutions, healthcare industry leaders, professional services firms, and nonprofits. John received his doctorate from the University of Southern California (Social Work) and his MBA from the University of New Mexico (Policy & Planning and Management of Technology). He is currently an adjunct professor at USC and sits on the Board of Governors. He has authored patents, started companies, and managed teams larger than 1,000 people. Join us as we explore:John Oberg’s radical success rate of reversing type II diabetes with the Precina way at a fraction of the cost of traditional healthcare.Why the Precina way takes small steps and makes them even smaller, and uses AI to personalize the steps necessary to reverse their diabetes based upon their needs, emotional barriers and tolerance for change.Why Dr Oberg’s approach is not getting into the weeds of diet wars, anecdotal evidence or peer reviewed or not, and focuses on data driven and clinical experience results.How AI will allow individuals to succeed in the long-term with their health despite sub-optimal societal norms and government policies.How John’s training as a social worker informs carefulness in his approach and the importance of how cultural and societal factors interact with chronic disease.Contact:Website - https://johnoberg.comWebsite - https://precina.comSupport the showFollow Steve's socials: Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter | TikTokSupport the show on Patreon:As much as we love doing it, there are costs involved and any contribution will allow us to keep going and keep finding the best guests in the world to share their health expertise with you. I’d be grateful and feel so blessed by your support: https://www.patreon.com/MadeToThriveShowSend me a WhatsApp to +27 64 871 0308. Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for all of our content: https://madetothrive.co.za/terms-and-conditions-and-privacy-policy/

Your eyes are not cameras—they are clocks. Every cell and organ in your body is orchestrated by the light you let in, making light the most powerful regulator of health. More than ever, I believe the “light diet” is a foundational lifestyle change in the fight against chronic disease. That’s why today’s guest is one of the most important I’ve had—a true pioneer in the science of light and health.Dr. Martin Moore-Ede is a world-renowned circadian biology expert with over four decades of research on how light affects sleep, fatigue, and chronic diseases. As a former Harvard Medical School professor, he helped discover the brain’s master clock—the suprachiasmatic nucleus—and authored the bestselling The Clocks That Time Us. In 1983, he founded CIRCADIAN®, a global firm optimizing 24/7 workforce performance, and later launched CIRCADIAN Light and CIRCADIAN ZircLight to counter the health risks of artificial lighting.In this episode, we explore:How proper light exposure can increase lifespan by up to five years—and how being “dumb with light” is now correlated with everything from cancer and diabetes to autoimmune and psychiatric disorders.When to wake up, how much outdoor light we need daily, the massive difference in lux between indoor and outdoor light, and the critical role of the brain’s internal clock.Why early sunlight matters, and how flawed studies distorted our understanding of sunlight and cataracts.The rise in breast cancer since widespread electrification—now 70x more common.How hospital window placement can influence recovery from depression and anxiety by up to 50%.Why Dr. Moore-Ede gets outside every day—rain, sun, or snow—without sunglasses or eyewear.Whether you're new to circadian science or already light-aware, this episode will shift how you think about health.Contact and Resources: Website – thelightdoctor.com Website – bluesafe24.com Website – circadianlight.orgReferenced Studies Mentioned:Gbyl K et al. (2016). Southeast-facing hospital rooms and faster discharge. Neuropsychobiology.Farahmand B et al. (2009). Golf and reduced mortality. Scand J Med Sci Sports.Boubekri M et al. (2014). Daylight improves health and sleep in office workers. J Clin Sleep Med.Teicher MH et al. (2023). Bright light therapy boosts brain function in adolescents. PLoS One.Support the showFollow Steve's socials: Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter | TikTokSupport the show on Patreon:As much as we love doing it, there are costs involved and any contribution will allow us to keep going and keep finding the best guests in the world to share their health expertise with you. I’d be grateful and feel so blessed by your support: https://www.patreon.com/MadeToThriveShowSend me a WhatsApp to +27 64 871 0308. Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for all of our content: https://madetothrive.co.za/terms-and-conditions-and-privacy-policy/

Toxicity is something I’ve been focusing on more than ever—because it’s everywhere. From the water we drink to the air we breathe, the buildings we live and work in, even the everyday products we use—environmental toxins are silently impacting our health at the deepest levels.That’s why I’m excited to bring you this powerful conversation with Dr. Kelly McCann—an integrative physician and true pioneer in environmental medicine. Dr. McCann has called environmental toxins the “tsunami” behind today’s chronic disease epidemic, and in this episode, she breaks down exactly why.Whether you've been told you're "too sensitive" to chemicals or you've been struggling with chronic symptoms that no one can seem to explain, this episode is a must-listen.Dr. McCann has helped thousands of patients navigate complex medical issues—chronic illness, autoimmune disease, gut dysfunction, hormone imbalances, and more—through compassionate, root-cause-focused care. Her approach blends deep clinical expertise with a calm, healing presence that’s helped so many on their path to wellness.In this episode, we explore:Environmental toxicity at the core of the chronic disease crisis & why environmental medicine is the most overlooked  component in the functional health arena.The difference between persistent vs non-persistent toxins—and why total load mattersMast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS), multiple chemical sensitivity & hidden triggersHow to effectively detox your home and your bodyThe truth about sweating: passive vs active detox, sauna protocols, and what actually worksDr. McCann’s clinical insights on binders and supporting sensitive patientsThe crucial connection between antioxidant enzymes and longevityHow environmental toxins interact with gene variants—leading to thicker blood, strokes, and heart attacksConnect with Dr. Kelly McCann: 🔗 Website: drkellymccann.com 📱 Instagram: @drkellymccannResources & Mentions: 🎙️ Podcast with Dr. Tania Dempsey: Watch here 🎙️ Podcast with Dr. Neil Nathan: Watch here 📚 Research by Stephen Genuis: Explore here 📖 Book – Breaking Alzheimer’s by Dayan Goodenowe: View on GoodreadsSupport the showFollow Steve's socials: Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter | TikTokSupport the show on Patreon:As much as we love doing it, there are costs involved and any contribution will allow us to keep going and keep finding the best guests in the world to share their health expertise with you. I’d be grateful and feel so blessed by your support: https://www.patreon.com/MadeToThriveShowSend me a WhatsApp to +27 64 871 0308. Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for all of our content: https://madetothrive.co.za/terms-and-conditions-and-privacy-policy/

Not fish food but brain food and gut food. That’s how you should understand algae. I was blown away by the research on algae and its most powerful component superoxide dismutase. From MS to Alzheimer’s and PTSD, the super nutrient profile of spiralina and chlorella is an energy and mental performance game-changer that costs less than $1 a day. Join me and Catharine Arnston in this empowering algae educational masterclass.  Catharine Arnston founded ENERGYbits® after discovering the extraordinary health benefits of algae while researching ways to support her sister’s recovery from breast cancer. She learned that algae is the most nutrient-dense, plant-based, and alkaline food on the planet—packed with 64% protein, 40 vitamins and minerals, and backed by over 100,000 scientific studies, as well as endorsements from NASA and the United Nations. Despite its long history of use in Asia, algae remained virtually unknown in the West, which inspired Catharine to spend a decade building ENERGYbits® into a trusted, national brand. Today, her company offers pure, toxin-free, Non-GMO algae tablets that support energy, satiety, and nutrition in a sustainable, eco-friendly form.Join us as we explore:Everything algae - it’s unique evolutionary history, why Cathrine calls it “spirit-lina”, its nutritional and disease fighting profile and why it’s an energy and cognitive performance game-changer for anyone older than 40. How algae works as an ATP catalyst, boosts the most powerful antioxidant superoxide dismutase and keeps you younger for longer.What sets ENERGYbits apart from other algae products, why to choose the blue one (chlorella) or the green one (spirulina) and why professional athletes are using up to 75 tablets pre-game for maximum energy and focus.Incredible algae studies - MS tremors disappear, 50% HRV increase, mitochondria maximization and miraculous brain healing.Contact: Website: https://energybits.com/Mentions:Research - Algae Research, https://energybits.com/pages/algae-researchNon-profit - Grey Team, https://www.greyteam.orgDiagnostic - mescreen, https://mescreen.co.zaSupport the showFollow Steve's socials: Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter | TikTokSupport the show on Patreon:As much as we love doing it, there are costs involved and any contribution will allow us to keep going and keep finding the best guests in the world to share their health expertise with you. I’d be grateful and feel so blessed by your support: https://www.patreon.com/MadeToThriveShowSend me a WhatsApp to +27 64 871 0308. Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for all of our content: https://madetothrive.co.za/terms-and-conditions-and-privacy-policy/

In this eye-opening episode, we explore how our toxic environment is fueling an epidemic of chronic illness—starting before birth. Shocking studies reveal that newborns are now born with over 200 toxic chemicals in their bodies, setting the stage for lifelong health issues like obesity, cancer, and diabetes. Dr. Stewart Lonky, a renowned physician and expert in environmental medicine, breaks down the science behind "toxic fat" and how these hidden chemicals disrupt our biology.With over 40 years of clinical and research experience, Dr. Lonky shares his groundbreaking approach to identifying, preventing, and eliminating toxins through his AIPE protocol. He also discusses the connection between detoxification, oxygen, and metabolic health, offering real-world strategies to outsmart modern chronic disease. His books Invisible Killers and Outsmarting Obesity reflect his lifelong commitment to uncovering the root causes of chronic diseaseThis is a must-listen for anyone looking to take control of their health in an increasingly toxic world.Get his NEW book “Outsmarting Obesity” NOW: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/218104915-outsmarting-obesityJoin us as we explore:Why the real battle NOT weight loss but weight maintenance. Despite over $3 trillion spent on weight loss in the last 50 years, adult obesity has jumped from 8% to 43%, and childhood obesity from 5% to 21%Why BMI is NOT the right data pointAdipose tissue, healthy vs unhealthy, toxic fat, why the size of our fat cells matter and the epigenetic nature of obesity.Newborns now carry over 200 toxic chemicals at birth—Dr. Lonky explains how these toxins play a key role in the rise of obesity and metabolic syndrome.Dr Lonky’s unique AIPE treatment paradigmHow to safely and effectively use binders like zeolite, activated charcoal and bentonite. Contact: Website: https://drlonky.comMentions:DEXA SCAN - Our local partner ProScan, https://madetothrive.co.za/special-deals/proscan-dexa-scan/App - Yuka, scans food & personal care products to decipher their ingredients and evaluate their impact on your health.Study - Zeolite, Flowers J, Lonky SA, Deitsch EJ. Clinical evidence supporting the use of an activated clinoptilolite suspension as an agent to increase urinary excretion of toxic heavy metals. Nutrition and Dietary Supplements. 2009;1:11-18.Support the showFollow Steve's socials: Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter | TikTokSupport the show on Patreon:As much as we love doing it, there are costs involved and any contribution will allow us to keep going and keep finding the best guests in the world to share their health expertise with you. I’d be grateful and feel so blessed by your support: https://www.patreon.com/MadeToThriveShowSend me a WhatsApp to +27 64 871 0308. Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for all of our content: https://madetothrive.co.za/terms-and-conditions-and-privacy-policy/

Where Media Meets Biohacking—with the Lolli FamilyJoin Anthony and Tereza Lolli, along with their children, on a family-driven mission to explore health, fitness, and biohacking in the most immersive way possible—by living it. From Anthony’s incredible 150-pound weight-loss journey to Tereza’s pioneering work in wellness documentaries, the Lollis aim to educate and entertain by sharing real experiences and accessible insights that make a healthier life possible for everyone.Anthony Lolli, CEO of Lollibrands, is a serial entrepreneur, best-selling author, and award-winning filmmaker. After building one of the fastest-growing real estate franchises and licensing over 45,000 students through his real estate school, Anthony turned his attention inward—transforming his body, mind, and life. His dramatic health journey is captured in the documentary From Fat Lolli to 6 Pack Lolli.TereZa Hakobyan-Lolli is an award-winning producer, actress, and founder of Biohack Yourself +. An immigrant from Armenia, TereZa leads a health movement that simplifies longevity and biohacking for the everyday person. Her acclaimed documentaries Biohack Yourself and sHEALed feature over 200 global wellness experts and continue to shape the conversation around sustainable health and medicine 4.0.In this podcast, you’ll discover:How the Lolli family embraces wellness as a shared lifestyleThe 3 mindset rules that can transform your lifeWhat truly drove Anthony’s transformation journeyWhy entrepreneurs and high-performers must be coachable to reclaim their healthThe mission behind BiohackYourself.com and what’s next for the Lollis in wellness mediaHealth is not out of reach—and the Lollis are living proof.Contact: Instagram: @terezalolliInstagram: @anthonylolliWebsite: www.lollibrands.comWebsite: www.biohackyourself.com Support the showFollow Steve's socials: Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter | TikTokSupport the show on Patreon:As much as we love doing it, there are costs involved and any contribution will allow us to keep going and keep finding the best guests in the world to share their health expertise with you. I’d be grateful and feel so blessed by your support: https://www.patreon.com/MadeToThriveShowSend me a WhatsApp to +27 64 871 0308. Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for all of our content: https://madetothrive.co.za/terms-and-conditions-and-privacy-policy/

It’s time to put a ring on it. And I mean an erectile fitness ring. I had never even considered the importance of my erection data until having this fascinating conversation with Dr Elliot Justin. Because it’s about much more than sexual health and performance. Erection data and rings is about your cardiovascular health, and how likely you are to have a heart attack within the next two years. Dr Justin predicts erection data will become the standard of care for cardiovascular health in just a matter of years.Start collecting your erection data and improve your cardiovascular and sexual health with a 15% DISCOUNT of any FirmTech orders using my code stevestavs15.https://myfirmtech.comDr. Elliot Justin, MD, FACEP, is the CEO and founder of FirmTech, the world’s first sex tech company focused on enhancing men’s erectile and cardiovascular health. He developed the Tech Ring and Performance Ring, innovative tools designed to optimize erectile fitness and prevent or potentially reverse erectile dysfunction (ED). With a background in Emergency Medicine and as a healthcare technology consultant, Dr. Justin has a proven track record as a serial entrepreneur, having founded Pegasus Emergency Group and Swift MD.  FirmTech's upcoming expansion will include similar innovations for women’s health.Join us as we explore:The erection masterclass - why erections are about neuromodulation, the healthy number of nocturnal erections, what is actually at the core of “erectile disappointment”, firmness and why the penis is the canary in the cardiovascular disease coal mine.Why nocturnal erections will become the standard of care for cardiovascular health Why the majority of men are dealing with erectile disappointment, not dysfunctionHow a ring provides the opportunity to manage ED and take back your sexual health and confidence without medication.Why FirmTech is developing a clitoral ring for women, and how a mechanical solution to sexual health and pleasure is as effective and less harmful than chronic medication.Normalizing the use of sexual enhancement technology and tools for men.Contact: Website: https://myfirmtech.comInstagram: @doctorelliotjustinFacebook: www.facebook.com/DoctorElliotJustinMentions: Research - Firmtech, https://myfirmtech.com/pages/scienceSupport the showFollow Steve's socials: Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter | TikTokSupport the show on Patreon:As much as we love doing it, there are costs involved and any contribution will allow us to keep going and keep finding the best guests in the world to share their health expertise with you. I’d be grateful and feel so blessed by your support: https://www.patreon.com/MadeToThriveShowSend me a WhatsApp to +27 64 871 0308. Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for all of our content: https://madetothrive.co.za/terms-and-conditions-and-privacy-policy/

Amazing, miraculous things are happening with stem cells. But where? Unfortunately, the big players in healthcare are making it as hard as possible for these revolutionary medicines to the general public. Whether curing decades long auto-immune conditions like MS or ulcerative colitis, reversing the damage from strokes and putting arthritis into remission, stem cells are doing it right now. That’s why Josh Ketner setup shop in Mexico, and is seeing patients from all over the world and changing their lives with just one stem cell session.Josh Ketner is the founder and a leading expert at Dreambody Clinic, specializing in regenerative medicine and holistic health. With a passion for helping individuals achieve their full potential through natural healing methods, Josh focuses on advanced treatments that promote long-term wellness and vitality. Drawing from his deep knowledge in biomolecular medicine, he combines cutting-edge techniques with personalized care to address chronic conditions, pain management, and overall well-being. Join us as we explore:Everything stems cells and stem cell therapies - what are mesenchyme stem cells, why it is a misconception that they magically become any type of cell and the paracrine effect.Treating cognitive decline, strokes and brain injuries by injecting 2 ml of mesenchyme stem cells into the base of the spine (intrathecal)!The clinical success Josh sees with IV mesenchyme stem cells, including reversing biological age and putting autoimmune and gut disorders into remission with one IV bag!Why the notion that using your own stem cell is the best approach is not right. The value of saving the umbilical cord and placenta for future use, but why it’s not actually for the stem cells.Why the stem cell injury is being stifled by Big Pharma  by How to work with Josh and the Dreambody ClinicContact: Website: https://dreambody.clinicMentions: Person - Dr Arnold Caplan, https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/jor.1100090504Support the showFollow Steve's socials: Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter | TikTokSupport the show on Patreon:As much as we love doing it, there are costs involved and any contribution will allow us to keep going and keep finding the best guests in the world to share their health expertise with you. I’d be grateful and feel so blessed by your support: https://www.patreon.com/MadeToThriveShowSend me a WhatsApp to +27 64 871 0308. Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for all of our content: https://madetothrive.co.za/terms-and-conditions-and-privacy-policy/

What does it mean to be free? It’s a question that’s puzzled philosophers for millennia. But what does it mean to be metabolically free? If you’ve ever felt hangry, crashed after a meal, or dealt with type 2 diabetes, you’ve experienced the opposite — metabolic imprisonment.My guest today, Ben Azadi, knows this firsthand. In 2008, Ben was obese and unhealthy, struggling to find answers. After shedding 80 pounds and turning his health around, he dedicated his life to helping others do the same. Today, he’s a functional health expert, bestselling author, and the founder of Keto Kamp, a global brand empowering people to use ancient healing tools like fasting and the ketogenic lifestyle. His new book, Metabolic Freedom: A 30-Day Guide to Restore Your Metabolism, Heal Hormones & Burn Fat, lays out the blueprint to reclaim your health.In this episode, we dive into:What metabolism really is — and why “slow” or “fast” metabolism may be a mythA groundbreaking study that disproves the idea that metabolism slows with ageWhy fasting insulin is a better marker of health than weight or glucose aloneThe surprising power of “Vitamin G” — gratitude — on your metabolic functionBen’s top daily habits and biohacks to supercharge your metabolismBen’s approach is all about education over medication — empowering you to take control, rather than outsourcing your health. Ben has also made a personal impact on a member of my family.Links:📘 Metabolic Freedom Book: https://tinyurl.com/metabolic-freedom🌐 Website: www.benazadi.com📱 Instagram: @thebenazadiMentions:Study - Pontzer H, et al,. Daily energy expenditure through the human life course. Science. 2021 Aug 13;373(6556):808-812. doi: 10.1126/science.abe5017. PMID: 34385400; PMCID: PMC8370708. Study - Kobayashi LC, Hagan KA, Trudel-Fitzgerald C, et al.Gratitude and Mortality Among Older US Female Nurses.JAMA Psychiatry. Published online July 3, 2024. doi:10.1001/jamapsychiatry.2024.1610Study - Picard M, Prather AA, Puterman E, Cuillerier A, Coccia M, Aschbacher K, Burelle Y, Epel ES. A Mitochondrial Health Index Sensitive to Mood and Caregiving Stress. Biol Psychiatry. 2018 Jul 1;84(1):9-17. doi: 10.1016/j.biopsych.2018.01.012. Epub 2018 Feb 3. PMID: 29525040; PMCID: PMC6014908.Support the showFollow Steve's socials: Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter | TikTokSupport the show on Patreon:As much as we love doing it, there are costs involved and any contribution will allow us to keep going and keep finding the best guests in the world to share their health expertise with you. I’d be grateful and feel so blessed by your support: https://www.patreon.com/MadeToThriveShowSend me a WhatsApp to +27 64 871 0308. Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for all of our content: https://madetothrive.co.za/terms-and-conditions-and-privacy-policy/