Finding Genius Podcast

One of the biggest issues with the supplement industry is that it’s unregulated, and many people don’t really know whether they’re getting a safe and effective product. Sarah and Josh Bowmar wanted to change that, and they did. It all started with a cup of “protein hot chocolate.” Tune in to learn: How to navigate the supplement industry and know how to identify poor vs. quality products The significance of manufacturing in a GMP, FDA, and ISO 17025 accredited laboratory The presence of heavy metals in various supplements, and the importance of reading certificates of analyses How far companies will go to cut costs – at the expense of your health Offer: This episode is sponsored by Bowmar Nutrition. To receive a 5% discount, use the code GENIUS5 at checkout. Go to BowmarNutrition.com to shop now! In 2018, Sarah and Josh launched Bowmar Nutrition with the intention of selling just one product: protein hot chocolate. But when six weeks’ worth of product sold out in just eight days, they decided to dive a bit deeper into the world of nutrition and supplements. Over the past four years, they’ve expanded their product line to include everything from protein bars and electrolytes and nootropics, to bone broth and antler chews for dogs. Learn more about what to watch out for (and avoid!) when shopping for supplements. Check out https://bowmarnutrition.com/ to learn more and view the full range of quality products offered at Bowmar Nutrition. Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C Episode also available on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3MKIBr6

Nutrition is a relatively new science. With this comes the revolving concept of what defines “good” nutrition, and what defines “bad” nutrition. As nutritional science evolves, many experts are finding new and innovative ways to nourish our bodies with holistic and well-balanced diets. Vesanto Melina, MS is a registered dietitian, consultant, and speaker. Along with this, she is the author of Kick Diabetes, Becoming Vegan, and many other nutrition-based publications. Her long history with nutritional health has informed her refined relationship with vegetarian, vegan, and raw food diets. Vesanto Melina uses her research to help individuals fine-tune their plant-based diets and lead healthy nutritional lives.  Listen now to hear Vesanto Melina discuss: How nutrition has changed over the years.  How making healthy lifestyle changes can influence your overall wellness.  Why plant-based diets are naturally low in fat.  Common mistakes that people make with vegetarian and vegan diets. Offer: This episode is sponsored by Bowmar Nutrition. To receive a 5% discount, use the code GENIUS5 at checkout. Go to BowmarNutrition.com to shop now! Can switching to a plant-based diet mitigate major health problems? See for yourself by tuning in now! To find more information about Vesanto Melina, you can visit her website at nutrispeak.ca. Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C Episode also available on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/381Lepu

In this episode, our host, Richard Jacobs walks us through his recent visit to the Museum of Osteology in Oklahoma City, OK. With the many marvels he witnessed, Richard took numerous photographs and integrated 31 of them into a book – accompanied by 7 observations of what he saw.  The Museum of Osteology focuses on the function and form of the skeletal system. It does so by displaying hundreds of skeletal remains from all over the world. The exhibits included in the museum are aimed at revealing the wonders of the vertebrate kingdom and celebrating the beauty of the natural world. Listen to this podcast to hear Richard discuss: The origins of the Museum of Osteology and the background its founder. What is held inside the walls of the museum. The 7 observations he had during his visit.  The many interesting things that bones can do. It’s important to remain interested in everything we do and to ask questions to continue to grow. Richard Jacobs gives us insight into how he did just that in this fascinating story about a simple visit to a museum in Oklahoma City. Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C Episode also available on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3PvCQiV

Why can it be so challenging to wake up in the morning? Based on an individual's circadian rhythms, exposure to morning light can make all the difference. Press play to learn: Why morning light is so important The best way to influence your circadian rhythm How sleep influences memory formation Offer: This episode is sponsored by Viome. Use the code GENIUS to get an extra $20 off on Health Intelligence Test. Check it out now: Viome Russell Foster, Head of the Nuffield Laboratory of Ophthalmology, shares his research on how light regulates our lives as vertebrates. Our eyes' exposure to light has a special relationship with our sleeping and waking patterns. While initially thought to be an internal master clock, this is no longer considered to be true. Many factors can determine whether an individual is a night owl or an early bird. However, while everyone is unique, there are significant benefits to morning light exposure, and it can even help "reset" your circadian rhythm. For more resources, visit https://www.ndcn.ox.ac.uk/research/sleep-circadian-neuroscience-institute. Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C

You’ve surely asked yourself the age-old question: what factors influence my weight? Well, there are many approaches to that question, and it’s getting harder to distinguish between the accurate and false information available. Fortunately, there are scientists who are seeking answers by going back to basics and investigating inherent biological mechanisms within other animals.  Returning to the podcast is Dr. Richard J. Johnson, a professor of medicine at the University of Colorado, as well as a physician, researcher, and author. Dr. Johnson recently released a new book entitled “Nature Wants You To Be Fat”. This publication is for people who are interested in the science behind why we gain weight – and how to prevent it.  Listen now to learn about: The interconnected nature between weight gain and innate biological design.  How vitamin C affects weight gain in animals.  What fructose does within the body once it is metabolized. Offer: This episode is sponsored by Viome. Use the code GENIUS to get an extra $20 off on Health Intelligence Test. Check it out now: Viome Can we manage our weight based on information gathered from other animals? Tune in to find out now! You can learn more about Dr. Johnson and purchase his publications by visiting drrichardjohnson.com. Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C Episode also available on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3L3PuSO

As you age, you lose stem cells. Scientists have found that collecting younger samples of these cells can be effective for future medical treatment. Being your own stem cell donor can come with a plethora of benefits, and many researchers believe that you will thank yourself later for thinking ahead.  Joining us on this podcast is Steven Clausnitzer. Steven is the CEO and co-founder of Forever Labs, an adult stem cell banking and storage company. Forever Labs uses an outpatient procedure to harvest adult Mesenchymal stem cells for prospective medical treatments down the road.  In this episode, you will hear Steven address topics such as: The origins of Forever Labs. The advantages of stem cell banking and storage.  The procedures behind stem cell harvesting.  How using stem cells prophylactically can prevent age-related diseases.   Offer: This episode is sponsored by Bowmar Nutrition. To receive a 5% discount, use the code GENIUS5 at checkout. Go to BowmarNutrition.com to shop now! To learn more about Forever Labs and their services, you can visit foreverlabs.com. Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C Episode also available on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3Fx3NOK

Joining us on this episode is Dr. Jason Kindrachuk. Dr. Kindrachuk is an assistant professor in Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases at the University of Manitoba. In addition to this, he is also Canada Research Chair in the molecular pathogenesis of emerging viruses. His research primarily focuses on the circulation, transmission, and pathogenesis of emerging viruses. Currently, Dr. Kindrachuk is investigating the many complexities of viruses and what measures we can take to control them.  Listen now to explore topics like: Where viruses can exist in nature. How infectious diseases can spread through asymptomatic individuals. How recognizing the relationship between different viruses can help us combat future infections.  Offer: This episode is sponsored by Bowmar Nutrition. To receive a 5% discount, use the code GENIUS5 at checkout. Go to BowmarNutrition.com to shop now! With the proper analysis, can we curb the spread of viruses before they go too far? Follow along on this conversational journey with Dr. Kindrachuk to find out now! To learn more about Dr. Kindrachuk and his work, you can visit umanitoba.ca. Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C Episode also available on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3w9ZtAw

Why is the preservation of freshwater habitats so crucial? With the abundance of unique populations of fish that utilize these ecosystems, the destruction of freshwater environments could be devastating. Press play to learn: The function of a natal stream Why the Chinook salmon population has been reduced Possible solutions that could help stop population reduction Offer: This episode is sponsored by Bowmar Nutrition. To receive a 5% discount, use the code GENIUS5 at checkout. Go to BowmarNutrition.com to shop now! Andrew Rypel, an associate professor and Peter B. Moyle & California Trout Chair, shares his efforts to preserve the freshwater environments of California. Many species rely on the unique environments offered in the California landscape. One of the most prominent wildlife groups is freshwater fish, which has faced conservation challenges for much of recent history. With a booming population and agriculture industry, conservation efforts may not be as effective as many would like. However, with an improving understanding of these freshwater environments, population reduction may be slowed, and the unique groups of fish that rely on such bodies can continue to be protected. Visit https://sites.google.com/view/rypel-lab/home to learn more. Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C Episode also available on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3M4J9ry

What makes the absence of antimatter puzzling? Since we know it is produced, not being able to observe it opens a host of new questions. Listen up to learn: The essence of the Muon g-2 project How the medium in which a particle travels affects it What the supersymmetry theory is Offer: This episode is sponsored by Bowmar Nutrition. To receive a 5% discount, use the code GENIUS5 at checkout. Go to BowmarNutrition.com to shop now! Chris Polly, the project manager of the Muon g-2 project, shares his work with accelerator experiments and what they may lead to. Accelerator physics experiments have the potential to reveal an entirely new set of answers to the questions surrounding our universe. From particles winking in and out of existence to the search for antimatter, it is truly the bleeding edge. The Muon g-2 project holds the potential to reveal some of the universe's inner workings. Using principles that have been long-established in combination with new theories, the possibilities are fascinating. Visit https://muon-g-2.fnal.gov to learn more. Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C Episode also available on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3M11aat

The sensory and navigational abilities of migratory birds are a staggering phenomenon. As birds continue to complete successful voyages spanning thousands of miles, scientists have many questions about how they are able to do so with such accuracy and precision.  Dr. Henrik Mouritsen is a Visiting Professor in the Department of Chemistry as well as a permanent Full Professor at the Department of Biology and Environmental Sciences, University of Oldenburg, Germany. As an individual that has been particularly interested in birds from a young age, Dr. Mouritsen has been researching the behavior of these animals for years. In particular, he is curious about how they utilize the earth’s magnetic field for navigation. Tune in now to hear Dr. Mouritsen discuss: How birds are able to distinguish between north and south. The interaction between specific colors of light and magnetic fields.  Why many birds migrate at night.  Offer: This episode is sponsored by Bowmar Nutrition. To receive a 5% discount, use the code GENIUS5 at checkout. Go to BowmarNutrition.com to shop now! Can we untangle the many mysteries of birds’ navigational methods? How can quantum physics help us figure this out? Find out now from an investigator at the forefront of this research!  You can learn more about Dr. Mouritsen and his work at www.quantumbirds.eu and uol.de. Episode also available on Apple Podcast: http://apple.co/30PvU9C Episode also available on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3whg5GJ