
Optimal Performance
Optimal Performance is the podcast all about taking your mental and physical performance to the next level. Whether it's through nootropics, cutting-edge biohacking techniques, or adjusting your approach to nutrition and fitness, we'll have the best minds in the industry on to talk about how you can achieve optimal performance in all areas of your life.
Latest episodes

Mar 23, 2016 • 43min
Showering With Bacteria Is The Future Of Hygiene Mother Dirt
Mother Dirt's Jasmina Aganovic explains our skin microbiome, how modern personal care products harm our skin and why bacteria sprays are the future of hygiene.

Mar 17, 2016 • 1h 3min
The Future Of Natural Foods, Supplements, and Nootropics
Natural Stacks co-founder Roy Krebs helps us recap last week's record setting Natural Products Expo West 2016 and we look some of our favorite brands, products and people as well as the future of the natural foods, supplement and nootropics industries.

Mar 9, 2016 • 49min
Increasing Lifespan with Anti-Aging Scientist Dr. Bill Andrews
Cancer and anti-aging researcher Dr. Bill Andrews reveals the secrets to slow down aging, protect telomere length, resist disease, cure cancer and live longer. The question is, would you pay $2 Million for an injection that could turn back the clock on your cellular machinery and help you live longer?

Mar 2, 2016 • 1h 7min
Can Psychedelics Boost Cognition?
Kevin Johnson of Zero Gravity Institute shares his biohacking and mind enhancing insights from more than 30 years of floating, psychedelics, and consciousness exploration. DMT, Mushrooms and more...

Feb 25, 2016 • 1h 22min
Boost Focus Immediately with Music (Backed by Neuroscience)
Still listening to Pandora or Spotify while working? It's time to upgrade to Brainfm for music backed by neuroscience. Brainfm is music that noticeably - and measurably - improves focus, reduces stress, or promotes sleep within 10 minutes.

Feb 19, 2016 • 37min
The Truth About Addictions, Habits and How To Make Change
Psychologist Dr. Amy Johnson, author of The Little Book of Big Change, joins us to explain the truth about our addictions, habits and how to make change.

Feb 10, 2016 • 48min
4 Tips To Improve Your Memory with World Champion Alex Mullen
Alex Mullen, World Memory Champion and medical student, shares jaw-dropping memory hacks. He reveals how he memorized 3,029 digits in just an hour and discusses the revolutionary memory palace technique. Alex emphasizes the shift from rote memorization to practical memory strategies, especially for med students. He dives into overcoming psychological barriers to productivity, offering tips like the Pomodoro technique. Perfect for anyone looking to boost their recall skills while enjoying a fascinating journey through competitive memory!

Jan 28, 2016 • 36min
Memory Master Luis Angel: How To Memorize Anything
Discover the secrets of a Memory Champion, sharpen your mind and learn how to memorize anything with these tips from Memory Master and Winner of FOX's SuperHuman TV show Luis Angel.

Jan 13, 2016 • 52min
How Your Biology Dictates Choices Like Behavior and Interests
Neuroscientist Patricia Churchland explains how your biology dictates choices like behavior and interests on Episode 34 of the Optimal Performance Podcast. She also includes 3 simple and fun tips to help us optimize our brains!

Jan 6, 2016 • 58min
How Navy SEALS Are Using Float Tanks To Treat Concussions
Retired Navy SEALs Jeff Nichols and Alex Oliver are at the forefront of concussion treatment, using sensory deprivation, or float tanks, to help rewire the brain, treat concussion symptoms, and accelerate learning.