Smarter Tech
Nick Pineault
Is "smart" tech the new stupid? Tech addiction, sleep-disturbing blue-light, electromagnetic radiation, and goldfish-level attention span… how can we do better? On the Smarter Tech podcast, safe tech advocate Nick Pineault and his guests will inspire you to use technology in a way that's safe, mindful and health-promoting. Episodes release monthly.
Topics will include the risks of excessive exposure to electromagnetic radiation, artificial light and health, tech addiction, children and screen time, and a deep exploration of the good, the bad and the ugly sides of technology.
Topics will include the risks of excessive exposure to electromagnetic radiation, artificial light and health, tech addiction, children and screen time, and a deep exploration of the good, the bad and the ugly sides of technology.
Episodes
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Aug 12, 2020 • 1h 32min
Hacking Jet Lag With Tech w/ Luke Storey
Luke Storey was a "biohacker" -- a self-experimenter who's always trying new health tools, supplements and lifestyle practices to improve his health -- decades before it became a buzzword. In this episode, Nick picks Luke's brain to learn the countless ways you can hack jet lag and recover quickly when you travel. Full show notes available at: https://theemfguy.com/019
Aug 5, 2020 • 1h 2min
COVID: It Was Just A Bad Flu After All
This is the extended audio version of my latest COVID article, where I make the case that COVID was nothing but a harsh flu season, and that our global reaction has been wildly exaggerated. I dive deep into the data and share 22 falsities most people still believe about the virus. Full show notes available at: https://theemfguy.com/018
Jul 29, 2020 • 46min
Improve Your Sleep With The EMF Sleep Switch w/ Dan Evison
In this episode, Nick discusses with electrical engineer Dan Evison who developed an easy solution to minimize electric fields in the bedroom at night and improve your sleep quality. Full show notes available at: https://theemfguy.com/017
Jul 22, 2020 • 35min
The Obvious Bias in EMF Science
Just like it's been seen with Big Pharma -- it's becoming increasingly obvious that corporate influence is heavily impacting research on the health effects of EMFs. In this episode, Nick reveals how our regulatory agencies that are supposed to protect us are in bed with the industry, and what this means for you. Full show notes available at: https://theemfguy.com/016
Jul 15, 2020 • 1h 10min
The Problem With Blue Light & How To Block It w/ Matt Maruca
Just like electro-pollution, artificial light emitted from screens and modern light bulbs is starting to be recognized as a very serious environmental stressor for human biology. In this episode, researcher and entrepreneur Matt Maruca explains how excessive blue light affects our sleep and circadian rhythm, and the best strategies you can use to minimize these effects. Full show notes available at: https://theemfguy.com/015
Jul 8, 2020 • 1h 10min
The Down-low on Red Light Therapy w/ Ari Whitten
"If red light therapy could be put into a pill, it would be a billion-dollar blockbuster drug. Here's the crazy part: That drug exists. But it's not a pill. It's red and near-infrared light." In this episode, I pick my buddy Ari Whitten's brain about red light therapy, and how it differs from other light-based medical technologies. Full show notes available at: https://theemfguy.com/014
Jul 1, 2020 • 38min
EMFs & Children: Should You Worry?
EMFs are clearly not safe for adults -- and are probably much worse for children. In this episode, Nick explores the links between EMFs and ADHD in children, brain cancer, autism and much more -- and explores many ways you can minimize these risks. Full show notes available at: https://theemfguy.com/013
Jun 24, 2020 • 23min
Insurers Have Left The EMF Boat
In this episode, I explore how the top 3 reinsurance companies, Big Wireless and most phone manufacturers are very well aware that EMFs are a huge potential health risk. Full show notes available at: https://theemfguy.com/012
Jun 17, 2020 • 42min
Low EMF, Zero-VOC Saunas w/ Randy Gomm
It's undeniable that saunas and other light-based technologies show tremendous benefits, but a lot of companies ignore the fact that their technologies emit other man-made EMFs that might be a stress to the human body. In this episode, Nick chats with Randy Gomm who explains how he was able to engineer a sauna that is very low in EMFs all while emitting zero VOCs. Full show notes available at: https://theemfguy.com/011
Jun 10, 2020 • 1h 57min
Ancient Technologies From The Jungle: My Ayahuasca Journey, Part 1 w/ Nick Pineault
The medicinal/psychedelic plant concoction called "Ayahuasca" has become a new trend with CEOs, entrepreneurs and free thinkers in search of spiritual growth. In this unusual episode, Nick shares the very personal journey he went through at the Gaia Sagrada resort in Ecuador. Full show notes available at: https://theemfguy.com/010
