
Reason & Wellbeing
Welcome to the brand-new podcast about how to use reason and science to live a long, healthy, good life.
Subscribe to join host, Greg Potter, as he unveils the latest science of wellbeing and the secrets of some of the most brilliant people alive, including scientists, coaches, entrepreneurs, and many others.
Latest episodes

Jul 12, 2024 • 8min
Tribute to Simon Marshall, PhD, and Reflections on Loss | Greg Potter (Solo Episode)
Welcome to the podcast about how to use reason and science to live a long, healthy, decent life. Subscribe to join the host, Greg Potter, as he unveils the latest science and the secrets of some of the most brilliant people, including scientists, coaches, entrepreneurs, and many others. You can also find the Reason & Wellbeing on YouTube here. People and resources featured in this episode: Simon Marshall, PhD. Podcast: How to Master Your Mind | Simon Marshall, Behavioural Scientist and BAFTA-Winning Screenwriter. Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only. The podcast does not constitute the practice of medicine or any other professional healthcare service. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is exclusively at the listener’s own risk. The contents of this podcast are not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listeners should not wait to obtain or disregard medical advice for any medical conditions they have and should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals for such conditions. Under no circumstances shall Greg Potter, Greg Potter PhD Limited, or any guests or contributors to the podcast be responsible for damages arising from the use of the contents of this podcast.

Jun 4, 2024 • 51min
Mismatch and Health, “Zone 2”, Sauna, Longevity Supplements, and Priorities | Dan Pardi, CEO of humanOS.me
Welcome to the podcast about how to use reason and science to live a long, healthy, decent life. Subscribe to join the host, Greg Potter, as he unveils the latest science and the secrets of some of the most brilliant people, including scientists, coaches, entrepreneurs, and many others. You can also find the Reason & Wellbeing on YouTube here. People and resources featured in this episode: Dan Pardi, PhD. Follow humanOS on Instagram here. Follow humanOS on X (Twitter) here Greg Potter, PhD. Follow Greg on Instagram here Coaching service: Vivendi Health Book: A Primate’s Memoir (Sapolsky) Podcast: Sauna Usage for Brain and Heart Health (Jari Laukkanen) Podcast: Studying Industrial Societies Informs Us About How to Be Healthy (Herman Pontzer) Podcast: Bedding, Sleep Depth, and Cognition (David Samson) Podcast: Taurine on Health and Lifespan (Vijay Yadav) Talk: How to Win at Angry Birds (Josh Turknett) Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only. The podcast does not constitute the practice of medicine or any other professional healthcare service. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is exclusively at the listener’s own risk. The contents of this podcast are not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listeners should not wait to obtain or disregard medical advice for any medical conditions they have and should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals for such conditions. Under no circumstances shall Greg Potter, Greg Potter PhD Limited, or any guests or contributors to the podcast be responsible for damages arising from the use of the contents of this podcast.

May 28, 2024 • 1h 12min
Healthcare Versus Sick-Care, Anti-Ageing Therapies, and Recent Medical Breakthroughs | Dan Pardi, CEO of humanOS.me
Welcome to the podcast about how to use reason and science to live a long, healthy, decent life. Subscribe to join the host, Greg Potter, as he unveils the latest science and the secrets of some of the most brilliant people, including scientists, coaches, entrepreneurs, and many others. You can also find the Reason & Wellbeing on YouTube here. People and resources featured in this episode: Dan Pardi, PhD. Follow humanOS on Instagram here. Follow humanOS on X (Twitter) here Greg Potter, PhD. Follow Greg on Instagram here Book: Dying for a Paycheck (Pfeffer) Talk: Actual Health (Dan’s first IHMC talk) Talk: Measuring Health: What Should We Measure? (Dan’s second IHMC talk) Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only. The podcast does not constitute the practice of medicine or any other professional healthcare service. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is exclusively at the listener’s own risk. The contents of this podcast are not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listeners should not wait to obtain or disregard medical advice for any medical conditions they have and should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals for such conditions. Under no circumstances shall Greg Potter, Greg Potter PhD Limited, or any guests or contributors to the podcast be responsible for damages arising from the use of the contents of this podcast.

May 21, 2024 • 57min
Health and Healthy Ageing: What Are They, Really? | Dan Pardi, CEO of humanOS.me
Welcome to the podcast about how to use reason and science to live a long, healthy, decent life. Subscribe to join the host, Greg Potter, as he unveils the latest science and the secrets of some of the most brilliant people, including scientists, coaches, entrepreneurs, and many others. You can also find the Reason & Wellbeing on YouTube here. People and resources featured in this episode: Dan Pardi, PhD. Follow humanOS on Instagram here. Follow humanOS on X (Twitter) here Greg Potter, PhD. Follow Greg on Instagram here Podcast: humanOS Radio Website: humanOS.me Talk: Actual Health (Dan’s IHMC talk) Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only. The podcast does not constitute the practice of medicine or any other professional healthcare service. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is exclusively at the listener’s own risk. The contents of this podcast are not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listeners should not wait to obtain or disregard medical advice for any medical conditions they have and should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals for such conditions. Under no circumstances shall Greg Potter, Greg Potter PhD Limited, or any guests or contributors to the podcast be responsible for damages arising from the use of the contents of this podcast.

Mar 13, 2024 • 21min
How to Get the Right Amount of Sleep for You: Some Top Sleep Tips | Greg Potter (Solo Episode)
Welcome to the podcast about how to use reason and science to live a long, healthy, decent life. Subscribe to join the host, Greg Potter, as he unveils the latest science and the secrets of some of the most brilliant people, including scientists, coaches, entrepreneurs, and many others. You can also find the Reason & Wellbeing on YouTube here. People and resources featured in this episode: Greg Potter, PhD. Follow Greg on Instagram here Podcast: What Is Healthy Sleep? | Greg Potter (Solo Episode) Podcast: Sleep Duration and Health: Are We All Doomed? | Greg Potter (Solo Episode) Podcast: Your Body Clock: How to Align Your Circadian Rhythms for Better Health and Performance | Greg Potter (Solo Episode) Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only. The podcast does not constitute the practice of medicine or any other professional healthcare service. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is exclusively at the listener’s own risk. The contents of this podcast are not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listeners should not wait to obtain or disregard medical advice for any medical conditions they have and should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals for such conditions. Under no circumstances shall Greg Potter, Greg Potter PhD Limited, or any guests or contributors to the podcast be responsible for damages arising from the use of the contents of this podcast.

Feb 27, 2024 • 56min
Is Creatine Good for Sleep Loss, Cognition, Depression, Long COVID, Neurodegeneration, Heart Health, and Reproduction? | Darren Candow, Professor of Aging Muscle and Bone Health
Welcome to the podcast about how to use reason and science to live a long, healthy, decent life. Subscribe to join the host, Greg Potter, as he unveils the latest science and the secrets of some of the most brilliant people, including scientists, coaches, entrepreneurs, and many others. You can also find the Reason & Wellbeing on YouTube here. People and resources featured in this episode: Darren Candow, PhD. Find out more about Darren’s lab here. Follow Darren on Instagram here Greg Potter, PhD. Follow Greg on Instagram here Journal article: "Heads Up" for Creatine Supplementation and its Potential Applications for Brain Health and Function Journal article: Guanidinoacetic acid versus creatine for improved brain and muscle creatine levels: a superiority pilot trial in healthy men Podcast: How to Improve Brain Health Across Your Lifespan | Dr Tommy Wood, Research Assistant Professor Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only. The podcast does not constitute the practice of medicine or any other professional healthcare service. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is exclusively at the listener’s own risk. The contents of this podcast are not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listeners should not wait to obtain or disregard medical advice for any medical conditions they have and should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals for such conditions. Under no circumstances shall Greg Potter, Greg Potter PhD Limited, or any guests or contributors to the podcast be responsible for damages arising from the use of the contents of this podcast.

Feb 13, 2024 • 1h 3min
Creatine Supplementation for Better Sports Performance, Bigger Muscles, and Stronger Bones | Darren Candow, Professor of Aging Muscle and Bone Health
Welcome to the podcast about how to use reason and science to live a long, healthy, decent life. Subscribe to join the host, Greg Potter, as he unveils the latest science and the secrets of some of the most brilliant people, including scientists, coaches, entrepreneurs, and many others. You can also find the Reason & Wellbeing on YouTube here. People and resources featured in this episode: Darren Candow, PhD. Find out more about Darren’s lab here. Follow Darren on Instagram here Greg Potter, PhD. Follow Greg on Instagram here Journal article: Common questions and misconceptions about creatine supplementation: what does the scientific evidence really show? Journal article: The Effects of Creatine Supplementation Combined with Resistance Training on Regional Measures of Muscle Hypertrophy: A Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis Journal article: A 2-yr Randomized Controlled Trial on Creatine Supplementation during Exercise for Postmenopausal Bone Health Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only. The podcast does not constitute the practice of medicine or any other professional healthcare service. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is exclusively at the listener’s own risk. The contents of this podcast are not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listeners should not wait to obtain or disregard medical advice for any medical conditions they have and should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals for such conditions. Under no circumstances shall Greg Potter, Greg Potter PhD Limited, or any guests or contributors to the podcast be responsible for damages arising from the use of the contents of this podcast.

Jan 31, 2024 • 26min
Sleep Duration and Health: Are We All Doomed? | Greg Potter (Solo Episode)
Welcome to the podcast about how to use reason and science to live a long, healthy, decent life. Subscribe to join the host, Greg Potter, as he unveils the latest science and the secrets of some of the most brilliant people, including scientists, coaches, entrepreneurs, and many others. You can also find the Reason & Wellbeing on YouTube here. People and resources featured in this episode: Simon Marshall’s gofundme page Greg Potter, PhD. Follow Greg on Instagram here Podcast: What Is Healthy Sleep? | Greg Potter (Solo Episode) Podcast: Your Body Clock: How to Align Your Circadian Rhythms for Better Health and Performance | Greg Potter (Solo Episode) Podcast: How to Build Healthier Habits | Simon Marshall, Behavioural Scientist and BAFTA-Winning Screenwriter Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only. The podcast does not constitute the practice of medicine or any other professional healthcare service. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is exclusively at the listener’s own risk. The contents of this podcast are not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listeners should not wait to obtain or disregard medical advice for any medical conditions they have and should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals for such conditions. Under no circumstances shall Greg Potter, Greg Potter PhD Limited, or any guests or contributors to the podcast be responsible for damages arising from the use of the contents of this podcast.

Jan 10, 2024 • 59min
Training Periodisation, Range of Motion, and Training Around Injuries | Eric Helms, Research Fellow
Eric Helms, Research Fellow discusses periodization models, RPE in load selection, limitations of percentage based programs, isometric muscle actions, benefits and drawbacks of extreme stretching protocols, importance of psychology in training. They also talk about films, gas prices, and two recommended charities.

Dec 27, 2023 • 1h 1min
How to Train for Muscle and Strength | Eric Helms, Research Fellow
Welcome to the podcast about how to use reason and science to live a long, healthy, decent life. Subscribe to join the host, Greg Potter, as he unveils the latest science and the secrets of some of the most brilliant people, including scientists, coaches, entrepreneurs, and many others. You can also find the Reason & Wellbeing on YouTube here. People and resources featured in this episode: Eric Helms, PhD. Find out more about Eric here. Follow Eric on Instagram here Greg Potter, PhD. Follow Greg on Instagram here Books: The Muscle and Strength Pyramids (Helms, Morgan, Valdez) Journal article: Resistance Training Recommendations to Maximize Muscle Hypertrophy in an Athletic Population: Position Stand of the IUSCA Podcast: 3D Muscle Journey Podcast: Iron Culture Podcast: Revive Stronger Subscription research review: Monthly Applications in Strength Sports (MASS) Website: 3D Muscle Journey Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only. The podcast does not constitute the practice of medicine or any other professional healthcare service. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is exclusively at the listener’s own risk. The contents of this podcast are not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listeners should not wait to obtain or disregard medical advice for any medical conditions they have and should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals for such conditions. Under no circumstances shall Greg Potter, Greg Potter PhD Limited, or any guests or contributors to the podcast be responsible for damages arising from the use of the contents of this podcast.