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Tony Wrighton
Biohacking news, reviews, and tech with journalist and author Tony Wrighton. Drawing on years of experience and a bulging contacts book, Tony brings you the biggest stories—and some downright crazy trends—from the world of biohacking.
With Dave Asprey, Esther Perel, Paul Saladino, JJ Virgin, Ben Greenfield, Dr. David Sinclair, Joe Wicks, and many more.
With Dave Asprey, Esther Perel, Paul Saladino, JJ Virgin, Ben Greenfield, Dr. David Sinclair, Joe Wicks, and many more.
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Nov 13, 2025 • 7min
Ketone Coffee, Lymphatic Drainage, Red Light Meditation #649
This is A Biohacker's Day, our midweek podcast episode featuring longevity journalist Klaudia Balogh. Vagus nerve stimulation Ketones in coffee Meditation with a Flex Beam Lymphatic drainage Blue blocking glasses All in the name of optimisation! Follow Klaudia Balogh on Instagram. THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: BiOptimizers Sleep Breakthrough and Magnesium Breakthrough These are BIOptimizers sleep and magnesium supplements which I take every night. I have also been using the new Magnesium Breakthrough drink - delicious way to get magnesium. I have been putting a scoop in my protein shake after a workout. Just go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY15 for at least 15% off (often more). Code works worldwide, and on all their products.

Nov 10, 2025 • 33min
Erling Haaland's 'Mad Diet' & Is It Really Butter? #648
Longevity journalist Klaudia Balogh joins to dissect Erling Haaland's unconventional steak-and-milk diet, arguing that media hype oversimplifies his biohacking approach. They delve into the complexities of the dairy aisle, revealing how to distinguish genuine butter from imposters. Klaudia also shares insights from international biohacking conferences, emphasizing the importance of sleep, diet, and community for optimal health. With a focus on athlete nutrition and the raw milk debate, this conversation uncovers the layers of modern dietary choices.

Nov 6, 2025 • 4min
BrainTap, 5am Starts, and Horses in the Paddock! #647
In this engaging conversation, Chris Barnes, a genetic expert and epigenetic performance coach, shares his ambitious morning routine starting at 5am. He emphasizes the importance of natural light and hydration for a productive day. Chris dives into his post-meditation rituals, including powerful coffee, gym workouts, and cold exposure for recovery. Balancing parenting and biohacking, he discusses the logistics of making breakfast and lunches after his morning regimen. The chat also touches on sleep strategies and how daily chores keep him moving.

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Nov 3, 2025 • 32min
Longevity, Genetics & Biohacking (feat. Chris Barnes) #646
Chris Barnes, a genetic and epigenetic performance coach from the Gold Coast, Australia, dives into the cutting-edge world of longevity. He shares insights from the Wanderlust Wellspring event, emphasizing the impact of biohacking in Australia. Barnes discusses groundbreaking human trials by David Sinclair, the importance of emotional resilience, and how genetics can personalize health strategies. He also touches on detox genes, mitochondrial health, and the future that includes peptides and stem cell therapies. Get ready for a fascinating glimpse into the future of health!

Oct 30, 2025 • 6min
Music, Espresso & Mind Anchors #645
This episode is sponsored by Magnesium Breakthrough and Sleep Breakthrough — two of my favourite biohacks for deeper sleep and better recovery. Right now you can get 15 % off either one when you use the code TONY15 at bioptimizers.com/tony It's time for another Biohacker's Day. Dr Vicky Williamson, a leading music-psychology researcher and co-founder of Audicin, talks us through the sounds and supplements of her day. Use code TONY25 for a free month's trial of Audicin. Dr Vicky Williamson is a music psychologist and cognitive neuroscientist whose research explores how sound shapes memory, mood, and health. She is co-founder and Chief Science Officer at Audicin, a science-based audio app that uses brainwave-entraining sound to lower stress, improve sleep, and support long-term wellbeing. Follow Audicin on Instagram. THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: BiOptimizers Sleep Breakthrough and Magnesium Breakthrough These are BIOptimizers sleep and magnesium supplements which I take every night. I have also been using the new Magnesium Breakthrough drink - delicious way to get magnesium. I have been putting a scoop in my protein shake after a workout. Just go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY15 for at least 15% off (often more). Code works worldwide, and on all their products.

Oct 27, 2025 • 36min
Music Can Help You Live Longer (feat. Dr. Vicky Williamson) #644
This episode is sponsored by Magnesium Breakthrough and Sleep Breakthrough — two of my favourite biohacks for deeper sleep and better recovery. Right now you can get 15 % off either one when you use the code TONY15 at bioptimizers.com/tony Can music really help you live longer? Dr Vicky Williamson, a leading music-psychology researcher and co-founder of the science-based audio app Audicin, explains how sound can regulate your nervous system, lower stress, improve sleep and heart-rate variability, and support healthy aging. Use code TONY25 for a free month's trial of Audicin. Dr Vicky Williamson is a music psychologist and cognitive neuroscientist whose research explores how sound shapes memory, mood, and health. She is co-founder and Chief Science Officer at Audicin, a science-based audio app that uses brainwave-entraining sound to lower stress, improve sleep, and support long-term wellbeing. Follow Audicin on Instagram. THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: BiOptimizers Sleep Breakthrough and Magnesium Breakthrough These are BIOptimizers sleep and magnesium supplements which I take every night. I have also been using the new Magnesium Breakthrough drink - delicious way to get magnesium. I have been putting a scoop in my protein shake after a workout. Just go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY15 for at least 15% off (often more). Code works worldwide, and on all their products.

Oct 23, 2025 • 5min
10,000 Steps A Day, Shilajit and THC #643
This episode is sponsored by Magnesium Breakthrough and Sleep Breakthrough — two of my favourite biohacks for deeper sleep and better recovery. Right now you can get 15 % off either one when you use the code TONY15 at bioptimizers.com/tony In this episode of A Biohacker's Day, our midweek podcast, we step into the daily routine of Gaetan Laroux, founder of Mythos Men and Mythos Women. His day includes: 10,000 steps as a non-negotiable. (But it's hard!) Biodynamic wine (sometimes) Shilajit (boom) THC (to chill) Sprint training for peak output. Gaetan's brands are shaking up the biohacking world, and here he shares exactly how he lives the lifestyle himself. Follow Gaetan Leroux on Instagram. THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: BiOptimizers Sleep Breakthrough and Magnesium Breakthrough These are BIOptimizers sleep and magnesium supplements which I take every night. I have also been using the new Magnesium Breakthrough drink - delicious way to get magnesium. I have been putting a scoop in my protein shake after a workout. Just go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY15 for at least 15% off (often more). Code works worldwide, and on all their products.

Oct 20, 2025 • 34min
Helmet of Cellphones! & Biohacking Brand Success (feat. Gaetan Leroux) #642
This episode is sponsored by Magnesium Breakthrough and Sleep Breakthrough — two of my favourite biohacks for deeper sleep and better recovery. Right now you can get 15 % off either one when you use the code TONY15 at bioptimizers.com/tony Coming up today... Helmet of Cellphones?! We dig into Elon Musk's claim that even if you wore a helmet made of cellphones, EMFs wouldn't be a concern. How true is that? Sparkling Water Under the Microscope. A new app now lets you compare the water quality across different brands of sparkling water, and the results might surprise you. From Zero to Biohacking Brand Success. We talk to Gaetan Leroux, founder of Mythos Men and Mythos Women. These are two brands taking the biohacking world by storm, but how to grow a biohacking brand from the ground up? Follow Gaetan Leroux on Instagram. THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: BiOptimizers Sleep Breakthrough and Magnesium Breakthrough These are BIOptimizers sleep and magnesium supplements which I take every night. I have also been using the new Magnesium Breakthrough drink - delicious way to get magnesium. I have been putting a scoop in my protein shake after a workout. Just go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY15 for at least 15% off (often more). Code works worldwide, and on all their products.

Oct 16, 2025 • 6min
40 Years of Zen and Mental Hacks #641
This episode is sponsored by Magnesium Breakthrough and Sleep Breakthrough — two of my favourite biohacks for deeper sleep and better recovery. Right now you can get 15 % off either one when you use the code TONY15 at bioptimizers.com/tony Meet Akshay Nanavati — Marine veteran, ultra-endurance athlete, and the author of Fearvana, endorsed by the Dalai Lama, and mates with Dave Asprey. This podcast is part of my new series A Biohacker's Day. And we discuss everything from 40 years of zen, getting up and getting right to it, and spending 24 (yes twenty-four) hours on a stairclimber. I'd love to know what you think. Follow Akshay Nanavati on Instagram. THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: BiOptimizers Sleep Breakthrough and Magnesium Breakthrough These are BIOptimizers sleep and magnesium supplements which I take every night. I have also been using the new Magnesium Breakthrough drink - delicious way to get magnesium. I have been putting a scoop in my protein shake after a workout. Just go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY15 for at least 15% off (often more). Code works worldwide, and on all their products.

Oct 13, 2025 • 35min
Can Stress Actually Make You Stronger? (Feat. Akshay Nanavati) #640
This episode is sponsored by Magnesium Breakthrough and Sleep Breakthrough — two of my favourite biohacks for deeper sleep and better recovery. Right now you can get 15 % off either one when you use the code TONY15 at bioptimizers.com/tony Meet Akshay Nanavati, the insane endurance athlete who is endorsed by the Dalai Lama. Akshay has dragged a 420-pound sled across 500 miles of Antarctica, spent 17 days in darkness and isolation, and survived 100 days alone in the polar regions. But his greatest journey? Overcoming PTSD, addiction, and depression to build a life of purpose and power. Through neuroscience, spirituality, and lived experience, Akshay now teaches how to master fear, find peace, and achieve peak performance. Follow Akshay Nanavati on Instagram. THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: BiOptimizers Sleep Breakthrough and Magnesium Breakthrough These are BIOptimizers sleep and magnesium supplements which I take every night. I have also been using the new Magnesium Breakthrough drink - delicious way to get magnesium. I have been putting a scoop in my protein shake after a workout. Just go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY15 for at least 15% off (often more). Code works worldwide, and on all their products.


