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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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Sep 25, 2025 • 6min
Ozone Saunas, Adaptogens & 'The Cortisol Canceler'! #635
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 What exactly is The Cortisol Canceler'? What are Ozone Saunas? And how can we biohack with kids? Welcome to A Biohacker's Day, a new series on the Biohacking News feed. Each episode is a real-life diary of how one biohacker structures their day — the routines, tools, and surprising habits that drive their health and performance. Some schedules are calm and minimalist. Others rival Mark Wahlberg's in intensity. Once again, I'm joined by Kyal Van Der Leest, nutritionist, naturopath, biohacker, and founder of LVLUP Health. Follow Kyal Van Der Leest 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.

Sep 22, 2025 • 50min
Peptides: The Future of Medicine (feat. Kyal Van Der Leest) #634
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 Athletes are whispering about them. Regulators are fighting over them. And in the biohacking world, they're being called the most powerful health upgrade since stem cells. This podcast was recorded last week at our pop-up studio in London for the Health Optimisation Summit. To unpack peptides, I'm joined by Kyal Van Der Leest, nutritionist, naturopath, biohacker, and founder of LVLUP Health. Follow Kyal Van Der Leest 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.

Sep 17, 2025 • 6min
Zeolite, Hyperbaric and Natural Eyesight Improvement #633
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, biohacking expert and coach Valerie Orsoni shares her daily routine, from red light therapy, eyesight exercises, dog-walking resets to hyperbaric oxygen sessions and other longevity favourites. Follow Valérie Orsoni 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. Current discount at 15% for limited time: go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY15 for at least 15% off (often more). Code works worldwide, and on all their products.

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Sep 15, 2025 • 37min
Europe's Biggest Health Event • Hydrogen • Mycotoxins (feat. Valerie Orsoni) #632
Valerie Orsoni, a long-time biohacker and longevity expert, shares her insights from Europe's biggest biohacking event. She discusses a woman's struggle with food allergies tied to mycotoxins, emphasizing the need for effective detox methods. They explore the promising effects of hydrogen-enriched air on health, as well as the importance of diagnostic testing in optimizing well-being. Additionally, Valerie highlights the transformative nature of biohacking experiences and the benefits of incorporating environmental choices into daily life for better overall health.

Sep 11, 2025 • 5min
A Biohacker's Day: Catherine Knibbs #631
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 Welcome to the start of a brand-new series on the Biohacking News feed: A Biohacker's Day The idea is simple: when guests come on, I ask them to walk me through a diary-style version of their day. Who knows what we'll uncover? Some routines will be relaxed and low-key, others might look more like a full Mark Wahlberg schedule. Our first guest in this new series is the brilliant Joseph Anew from Runga. You might have caught him on the main show a few days ago — now here's his biohacking day. 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. Current discount at 15% for limited time: go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY15 for at least 15% off (often more). Code works worldwide, and on all their products. Follow Catherine Knibbs on Instagram.

Sep 8, 2025 • 36min
This is what TikTok is doing to your brain (feat. Catherine Knibbs) #630
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 the week of Europe's biggest health event. I'll be there with a pop-up podcast studio... More on that, plus my amazing guest. Catherine Knibbs is a child psychotherapist and the UK's leading cybertrauma expert. She's advised hundreds of families on how screens shape childhood and health. Her new book Tech-Smart Parenting shows what the science really says. Follow Catherine Knibbs 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.

Sep 4, 2025 • 6min
A Biohacker's Day: Joseph Anew #629
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 Welcome to the start of a brand-new series on the Biohacking News feed: A Biohacker's Day The idea is simple: when guests come on, I ask them to walk me through a diary-style version of their day. Who knows what we'll uncover? Some routines will be relaxed and low-key, others might look more like a full Mark Wahlberg schedule. Our first guest in this new series is the brilliant Joseph Anew from Runga. You might have caught him on the main show a few days ago — now here's his biohacking day. 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. Current discount at 15% for limited time: go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY15 for at least 15% off (often more). Code works worldwide, and on all their products.

Sep 1, 2025 • 43min
Bryan Johnson & Blue Pee (feat. Joseph Anew) #628
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 Blue pee, deadly sunshine through your living room window (eh?), and Montana's bid to become the biohacking Wild West. Joseph Anew is the co-host of RUNGA Radio, where physical health, emotional well-being, and personal transformation collide. He is also a 20+ year health and fitness coach, and a ledge in the biohacking world. Follow Joseph Anew 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.

Aug 28, 2025 • 4min
The Power of Potassium! #627
Potassium plays a vital role in heart, muscle, and nerve health. Here's how supplementation can help when your diet isn't enough. This is a Biohacking Reviews episode, where we review; products, supplements, health tech, practices... whatever is new and whatever we've been trying. Not medical advice. Always consult with your doctor or practitioner before starting any new regime. THIS REVIEW 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.

Aug 25, 2025 • 46min
Portuguese Biohacking, EMFs & Ancestral Living (feat. Gabriel Marques) #626
Recorded live on the scene in Portugal. Today we go deep on EMF sensitivity, the truth about low-EMF saunas, and why ancestral rituals like BBQing picanha over fire might be some of the most powerful health practices of all. Expect a blend of practical takeaways and philosophy, all set against the backdrop of Portuguese biohacking. This week I'm joined by Gabriel Marques, founder of Prasanna Health in Portugal... and his personal story is incredible. Use code TONY for some $$$ off his incredible Prasanna products. Follow Gabriel Marques 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.


