Growth Minds with Sean Kim

Michael Platt, a prominent neuroscientist from the University of Pennsylvania, dives into the fascinating world of gut instincts and decision-making. He discusses how evolutionary instincts shape our choices, often overriding logical reasoning. The power of non-verbal communication, especially eye contact, is highlighted as a key to building trust. He also warns against over-reliance on AI, stressing that critical thinking is essential for effective decision-making. Platt shares insights on storytelling and emotional connections, emphasizing their role in persuasion and engagement.

Dr. John Kruse, a renowned neuroscientist and psychiatrist with 25 years of experience, shares insights on adult ADHD and its underdiagnosis. He discusses the differences between ADHD and other mental health conditions, revealing how modern distractions are linked to rising diagnosis rates. Their conversation highlights the importance of recognizing strengths, like hyperfocus in entrepreneurship. Dr. Kruse emphasizes lifestyle changes, including sleep and nutrition, while exploring the complexities of ADHD treatment and the dual nature of marijuana in its management.

Marc Brackett, Ph.D., is the founding director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and author of the bestseller 'Permission to Feel.' He delves into the distinction between emotional intelligence and IQ, highlighting how EQ can be developed over time. The conversation includes the importance of supportive figures, like 'Uncle Marvin,' in emotional development. They also tackle the dangers of emotional suppression and the impact of technology on mental health. Marc’s insights on managing anxiety, imposter syndrome, and embracing emotions are both practical and empowering.

Dr. Terry Wahls, a clinical professor and pioneer in functional medicine, shares her inspiring journey from being wheelchair-bound due to multiple sclerosis to regaining mobility through her diet, known as the Wahls Protocol. She emphasizes the importance of mitochondrial health and the role of nutrition in managing autoimmune diseases. The conversation covers the benefits of organ meats, the impact of modern diets versus hunter-gatherer nutrition, and insights on stress management and the effects of environmental toxins. Dr. Wahls highlights how lifestyle changes can lead to remarkable health improvements.

Dr. William Davis is a cardiologist and bestselling author known for Wheat Belly, which exposed the health risks of modern wheat consumption. He advocates for grain-free, low-carb diets and highlights the critical role of the gut microbiome in overall health. His work blends cardiology with functional medicine, helping people reverse chronic conditions through nutrition and lifestyle. Dr. Davis has guided millions in improving their health naturally. His upcoming book, Super Gut Super Body, explores how to build a resilient, optimized body by targeting the microbiome.In our conversation we discuss:(00:00) – Importance of gut health beyond digestion(4:30) – Improvement in taking care of gut health(9:28) – Top signs that someone has an unhealthy gut microbiome(19:32) – How do we get hydrochloric acid in our diet(26:08) – Tactical things that people can do today to improve gut health(33:04) – How to make your silo yogurt(38:20) – Prebiotic and probiotic supplements' effectiveness compared to foods(51:31) – Impact of taking GLP-1s on gut health(55:16) – Fasting effects on the microbiome(58:32) – Modern diet to optimize both your heart and microbiome(1:04:48) – What’s the way for people to get the right information(1:14:01) – The truth about dietary cholesterol and heart disease(1:19:40) – Not washing hands oftenLearn more about Dr. DavisWebsite: https://drdavisinfinitehealth.com/Book pre-order: https://www.amazon.com/SUPER-Body-Composition-Youthful-Contours/dp/0306835991Watch full episodes on: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@seankim⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect on IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/heyseankim

Stephen Wolfram, a pioneer in computer science and the creator of Mathematica, discusses the evolution and future of AI. He probes the origins of AI, detailing how early ideas have shaped today's technology. The conversation includes the challenges of achieving Artificial General Intelligence and the societal implications of automation on jobs. Wolfram emphasizes the need to redefine our understanding of value and creativity in a tech-driven world, raising thought-provoking questions about what it means to thrive amidst rapid technological advancements.

Dr. Satchin Panda is a renowned neuroscientist and professor at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies. He is best known for his groundbreaking research on circadian rhythms, time-restricted eating, and their impact on metabolism and overall health. His work has significantly influenced the fields of chronobiology and nutrition. Dr. Panda is also the author of The Circadian Code, where he shares practical strategies to optimize health by aligning daily routines with the body's internal clock.In our conversation we discuss:(00:00) – What happens in our bodies when our circadian rhythm is out of sync(06:16) – How to know if your circadian rhythm is out of sync(11:07) – What matters more: timing of sleep or how long is your sleep(15:47) – Consistency in your sleep schedule(18:37) – Importance of getting bright natural light(24:23) – Resetting circadian rhythm for a night shift worker(28:54) – Product recommendation(30:50) – Compensating for lost or poor sleep(34:31) – What are the worst common habits the generation is doing that harm the quality of sleep(40:45) – Eating late in relation to quality of sleep(42:59) – Supplements(48:15) – Prolonged fasting(51:05) – Time window for liquid intake(54:07) – Sipping(56:10) – Exercising in the morning vs in the afternoon(59:24) – Factors that may be overlooked in improving circadian rhythm(1:01:32) – Ideal circadian dayLearn more about Dr. Satchin Panda:https://www.salk.edu/scientist/satchidananda-panda/https://www.instagram.com/satchin.panda/?hl=enhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/satchin-panda-926ba369App: https://www.mycircadianclock.org/Book: https://www.amazon.com/Circadian-Code-Supercharge-Transform-Midnight/dp/163565243XWatch full episodes on: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@seankim⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect on IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/heyseankim

Dr. William Li is a renowned physician, scientist, and author best known for his groundbreaking work in the field of medical research and nutrition. He is the founder and president of the Angiogenesis Foundation, where he pioneered research on how the body’s blood vessels can be harnessed to fight diseases such as cancer, diabetes, and heart disease. Dr. Li gained widespread recognition through his bestselling book Eat to Beat Disease, which explores the science behind how food can activate the body’s natural defense systems. His work bridges the gap between cutting-edge science and everyday wellness, promoting a practical, evidence-based approach to health. Through his research, speaking engagements, and media appearances, Dr. Li empowers people to make informed decisions about their diet and lifestyle.In our conversation we discussed:(00:00) – How can we start to have a healthy relationship with food(04:00) – Three meals a day(08:32) – History of breakfast(13:37) – Whole fruit vs. juice(18:24) – Balance and restrictions(22:45) – Longevity(30:42) – Vascular and immune health(47:00) – Stem cells(48:05) – Organic food(54:32) – Which foods should we prioritize eating organic(58:19) – Importance of eating organic(1:05:44) – Dr. William Li reacts to confusing food advice(1:10:28) – Restrictive diets(1:20:06) – Warning signs leading to poor healthLearn more about Dr. William Li:Website: https://drwilliamli.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DrWilliamLiInstagram: @DrWilliamLiWatch full episodes on: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@seankim⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect on IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/heyseankim

Prof. Thomas Seyfried is a professor of biology at Boston College and a leading researcher in cancer metabolism. He is best known for his book Cancer as a Metabolic Disease, where he argues that cancer is primarily caused by mitochondrial dysfunction rather than genetic mutations. Seyfried holds a Ph.D. in Genetics and Biochemistry and completed postdoctoral training in neurology at Yale University. His research focuses on metabolic therapies, including ketogenic diets, as potential treatments for cancer and neurological disorders. He has published over 150 scientific papers and is a prominent advocate for rethinking conventional cancer treatment approaches.In our conversation we discuss:(00:00) – Why cancer rates are doubling(06:54) – The real root cause of cancer and evolving treatments(13:07) – Why we believed cancer was mostly genetic(20:52) – The role of mitochondria in preventing cancer(25:54) – Did our ancestors get cancer? Lifespan vs. risk(28:46) – Lessons from the Inuit diet(31:42) – What’s the optimal diet for cancer prevention?(42:05) – Understanding and measuring your GKI(46:12) – Intermittent fasting vs. prolonged fasting(55:32) – Cancer treatments and key supplements to know(58:26) – The role of NAD precursors in recoveryLearn more about Prof. SeyfriedUniversity profile - https://www.bc.edu/bc-web/schools/morrissey/departments/biology/people/faculty-directory/thomas-seyfried.htmlBook - https://www.amazon.com/Cancer-Metabolic-Disease-Management-Prevention-ebook/dp/B00852YXZS?ref_=ast_author_mpbWatch full episodes on: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@seankim⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect on IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/heyseankim

Dr. Frank Anderson, M.D., is a Harvard-trained psychiatrist and leading expert in trauma and dissociation. He is a lead trainer at the IFS Institute and has worked closely with renowned trauma researcher Dr. Bessel van der Kolk. Dr. Anderson is the author of Transcending Trauma and the memoir To Be Loved: A Story of Truth, Trauma, and Transformation. He co-founded the Trauma Institute and Trauma-Informed Media to advance trauma education and awareness. Based in Concord, Massachusetts, he continues to teach, write, and maintain a private practice.In our conversation we discuss:(00:00) - Dr. Anderson, a world-renowned trauma expert(10:59) - How do you define trauma?(15:57) - Confusion of trauma(18:50) - Having a harder shell(25:49) - Justification(28:05) - Having difficulty accepting love and compliment(30:59)- Shame vs guilt(33:13)- Transformation vs repression(37:12) - Trauma's effects to physical body(40:30) - Trauma's effects to relationships(53:07)- Therapy's effect to relationships(58:51)- How to start healing yourself(1:06:04) - Ai as a mental therapistLearn more about Dr. AndersonWebsite: https://www.frankandersonmd.com/Instagram: Frank Anderson (@frank_andersonmd)Watch full episodes on: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@seankim⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect on IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/heyseankim⁠⁠