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Did you know that your heart has a brain?In fact, there are more connections running from the heart to the brain than from the brain to the heart! (Think about that for a second.)We've all heard the expression "dying of a broken heart." It may sound hard to believe, but the phenomenon is quite real. Unresolved emotions like grief, anger, or fear can quietly build pressure in the body and contribute to issues like high blood pressure, heart rhythm problems, and worse. The hidden strain of emotional pains of the past affect the physical health of the heart, taking a toll over a lifetime of real and imagined stressors. Your emotional health is a direct input into your physical health. So before you ignore your body and reflexively say "I'm fine," now is a good time to take a deep breath, check in with yourself for a moment and ask, "how do I feel in my heart?"When we're hurt physically or emotionally, our body and nervous system naturally engage guarding mechanisms. In the wild, injured animals withdraw from socializing and normal tasks and hide until they're healed. But in humans, the fight, flight, and freeze response can go haywire.  Our fragile nervous systems face a constant barrage of unnatural, overstimulating modern stressors that eat away at our health, vitality, and sanity.When natural healing processes are interrupted, we can develop subconscious maladaptive patterns of avoidance, isolation, and lack of connection. This incomplete healing can feel like you're not fully alive or not fully present, yet also completely overwhelmed. (After getting my bell rung pretty good recently in a hit-and-run car wreck, I can say I've been there myself.) After a lifetime of struggles, you might not feel not quite so free, open, and alive as a child chasing butterflies in the backyard. So how can you create the life you dream about when your energy is being drained by the emotional baggage?How can we build profound connections with people we care about if our hearts are shuttered behind protective defensive emotions?The paradox is that pain and struggle actually shape us into the people we're meant to become. Some even call it the human condition. This week's guest offers that our trials may even serve a divine purpose.No matter what life has in store for us, the good news is that the human body has a remarkable (and often miraculous) ability to heal. This week's guest has helped millions of souls across the world do just that. Dr. Bradley Nelson is a renowned Holistic Physician, father of 8, husband of 44 years, bestselling author of multiple books including his latest The Heart Code, and a visionary thought leader in root cause healing and personal transformation. He's here to help us drop the emotional baggage and smash through the mental blocks that prevent you from living your best life.In this episode with Dr. Nelson, you'll discover:How to identify and drop maladaptive subconscious patternsHow clearing trapped emotions restores our body’s natural healing intelligenceWhy trapped emotions create patterns of limitation that seem impossible to break (and what to do about it)How to show up unguarded and authentic, feeling fully aliveAnd more...Find Dr. Bradley Nelson and his work at: Website: DrBradleyNelson.comWebsite: DiscoverHealing.comBooks: The Heart Code, The Emotion Code, The Body Code, The Belief CodeFacebook: @DrBradleyNelsonX: @DrBradleyNelson Instagram: @OfficialDrBradleyNelsonYouTube: @DrBradleyNelsonLinkedIn: @DrBradleyNelsonBig news! We just launched our brand new membership club where you can level up with fellow aspiring and veteran health nuts like us. It's called Club Wild, and it's finally ready for you. The modern internet has become far too reliant on exploitation, advertising, anti-human algorithms and anti-social media. So we've essentially built our own social media platform with no advertising, no fake accounts, and no nonsense. Just real people on a shared journey to better themselves and better the world. Join today and kick off your membership with a 3-day “Nutrition Myths Busted” Mini‑Course followed by a Wild 30-Day Challenge, guiding you step-by-step to shed unwanted fat and get in the best shape of your life. > Join The ClubAnd if you'd just like to dip your toes in to see how you like it, try our free 5-Day Challenge. You can join for free by signing up for the newsletter at AbelJames.com. Please take a moment to make sure you’re subscribed wherever you listen to podcasts.You can also join Substack as a free or paid member for ad-free episodes of this show, to comment on each episode, and to hit me up in the DM’s. Join at abeljames.substack.com. And if you’re feeling generous, write a quick review for the Abel James Show on Apple or Spotify. You rock.This episode is brought to you by:Tonum Health – Go to Tonum.com/WILD and punch in code WILD for 10 % off your first order.Bubs Naturals – Go to BubsNaturals.com and enter code ABEL to snag 20 % off your entire order.

In this conversation, Jim Murphy, a former pro-baseball player and bestselling author, shares powerful insights on mental toughness and the pursuit of 'inner excellence.' He discusses strategies elite athletes use to maintain focus under pressure and how to overcome setbacks through daily rituals and gratitude practices. Jim emphasizes redefining success beyond ego and inspiring young people to connect with their passions. Learn how to rewire negative memories and design environments that foster growth and resilience.

A modern mystery haunts professional sports: Why are today's star athletes—who are bigger, faster, and stronger than ever—getting injured at such catastrophic rates?The glory days when all-stars like Cal Ripkin Jr. played 2,632 consecutive games seem far behind us.These days, promising careers are tragically cut short by horrific injuries televised to the masses. Some managers even see pro athletes as expendable, as surgeons circle broken bodies like buzzards. The strange truth is this: sometimes getting stronger actually makes us worse at sports. Athleticism is much more than just an arms race of strength and speed. It's about physical intelligence, skill development, and building fluency in the language of movement.We're here today with Henry Abbott, award-winning journalist, OG podcaster, and author of the new book “Ballistic: The New Science of Injury-Free Athletic Performance.”From jaw-dropping moments on the NBA court to the hidden science and technology in cutting-edge elite training labs, Henry unpacks the secrets behind how to build and maintain athletic mastery for life.if you're looking for extra motivation to get out of your chair, this is it. In this episode, you'll discover:How cutting-edge research is reshaping the way athletes train Surprisingly sneaky causes of common injuries (and how to prevent them)What professors and elite athletes know about recovering from injury that you don'tHow to incorporate more "play" and joyful movement into your fitness routineAnd much more.... Find Henry Abbott and his work at: Website: henryabbott.comBook: Ballistic: The New Science of Injury-Free Athletic PerformanceSubstack: truehoop.comTrueHoop podcast: Apple / SubstackX: @TrueHoopInstagram: @true.hoopQuick note: Very soon, we'll be sharing a very special invitation with our newsletter subscribers. Alyson and I are building a brand-new gamified, member's-only private community completely outside of social media.The internet doesn't have quite the vibe it used to, so we're building our own "space" where health nuts like us can level-up together.We're planning challenges you can join from anywhere as well as live events and in-person meetups in Austin, Texas and beyond.It's called Club Wild, and it's almost ready for you. If you're not already subscribed to our newsletter, be sure to sign up at https://abeljames.com/.You can also join Substack as a free or paid member for ad-free episodes of this show, to comment on each episode, and to hit me up in the DM’s. Join at abeljames.substack.com. And if you’re feeling generous, write a quick review for the Abel James Show on Apple or Spotify. You rock.This episode is brought to you by:Crowd Health - Go to JoinCrowdHealth.com and use the code WILD at checkout to get started for as low as $80 per month.Troscriptions - Go to troscriptions.com/WILD or enter WILD at checkout for 10% off your first order.Nature's Sunshine - Go to NaturesSunshine.com and use code WILD for free shipping and 20% off your first order.

Is microdosing more effective than macrodosing? While heavy-handed megadoses of synthetic pharmaceuticals attempt to dominate a single biochemical pathway, microdoses of synergistic botanticals can stimulate the body to normalize, balance and heal itself.Meanwhile, much of modern medicine has devolved into a game of manipulating numbers on blood tests rather than actually healing you. Because they're not so easily patented and monetized, many of the most effective, affordable and simple substances and practices in health and longevity are dismissed, ignored, or at the very least taken for granted. For instance, did you know that the simple act of prayer has been scientifically proven to not only improve mental health, but also improve the literal physical health of the heart?Deep breathing, gratitude, meditation, and prayer steady the vagus nerve and allow our bodies to remain flexible and adaptable, downregulating our nervous system from fight-or-flight into a relaxed parasympathetic state. The truth is, we don't need to wait for the next miracle pill to save us. We already know more than enough to put life-saving practices into action today. Donnie Yance is a Clinical Master Herbalist, Certified Nutritionist and Author, known internationally for his pioneering work in botanical and nutritional medicine, particularly in the field of integrative cancer. As an accomplished jazz bassist and former monk, Donnie is also known as "The Funk Monk."In this episode, you'll discover:How to eat and supplement for greater adaptive capacity, hardiness, and resilienceWhy many of the secrets to long life lie in humble livingHow Donnie earned the nickname of "The Funk Monk"How improvisation in music mirrors the intellectual and playful flexibility we need in healthAnd much more...Find Donnie Yance and his work at: DonnieYance.comMederiCenter.orgNaturaHealthProducts.comListen to Donnie’s music on Apple and SpotifyFacebook: @DonnieYanceInstagram:  @medericenterYouTube:  @mederifoundationLinkedin:  @mederi-centerBooks by Donnie Yance: Adaptogens in Medical Herbalism: Elite Herbs and Natural Compounds for Mastering Stress, Aging, and Chronic Disease by Donald Yance , MH, CN, RH (AHG), SFOHerbal Medicine, Healing & Cancer: A Comprehensive Program for Prevention and Treatment by Donald Yance , MH, CN, RH (AHG), SFOPlease take a moment to make sure you’re subscribed wherever you listen to podcasts, and to stay up-to-date, sign up for my newsletter at AbelJames.com.You can also join Substack as a free or paid member for ad-free episodes of this show, to comment on each episode, and to hit me up in the DM’s. Join at abeljames.substack.com. And if you’re feeling generous, write a quick review for the Abel James Show on Apple or Spotify. You rock.This episode is brought to you by:Troscriptions - Go to troscriptions.com/WILD or enter WILD at checkout for 10% off your first order.Nature's Sunshine - Go to NaturesSunshine.com and use code WILD for free shipping and 20% off your first order.

As soon as you think you have it all figured out, absolutely everything can change in an instant. What do you do when out of nowhere, life hands you a serious injury or diagnosis? In this episode, I'll be sharing hard‑won insights from recovery after being sidelined in a serious high speed hit‑and‑run wreck.We'll explore: Why it's best to train for resilience before you take the hitHow to turn hardships into gifts by refusing to settle for "poor me" thinkingSpecific practices to bounce back to 110%A surprising warning in the age of deepfakes and rampant AI slopAnd much more...Just before the car wreck, I played a couple live music shows in Las Vegas, at Nos Vegas as well as the BSN Golf Championships during the Bitcoin Conference. As a special bonus, stay till the end of today's episode to hear a full set from one of the shows in Las Vegas featuring all original music, lots of improvisation and special guests. During the performance, people all around the world tuned in, tipped the musicians in Bitcoin and commented in real time on the livestream. It's an innovative way to support musicians and connect with each other, and I hope to see you on the next livestream. You can connect with me on NOSTR Here. Big thanks to Mike from Tunestr and Jim and Julie Costello of Phantom Power Music for recording, producing, livestreaming and putting together these shows. Enjoy.Please take a moment to make sure you’re subscribed wherever you listen to podcasts, and to stay up-to-date, sign up for my newsletter at AbelJames.com.You can also join Substack as a free or paid member for ad-free episodes of this show, to comment on each episode, and to hit me up in the DM’s. Join at abeljames.substack.com. And if you’re feeling generous, write a quick review for the Abel James Show on Apple or Spotify. You rock.This episode is brought to you by:Troscriptions - Go to troscriptions.com/WILD or enter WILD at checkout for 10% off your first order.Nature's Sunshine - Go to NaturesSunshine.com and use code WILD for free shipping and 20% off your first order.

How do you build agency and resilience in a world that profits from your distraction? How can we live with authenticity when everything feels fake? What if the hardest parts of being human are actually just a result of cultural conditioning, quietly shaping your life from the shadows of your subconscious mind? On today’s show, we go deep with my friend Josh Trent, host of Wellness and Wisdom. We’ll dig into the science behind epigenetic and generational habits, and explore what happens when you start asking better questions about your life and grow beyond survival mode. As Josh shares, sometimes we need to break down to break through. On this episode, you'll discover:The secrets to being impossibly productive while avoiding burnoutHow to redirect faulty inherited beliefs and rewire maladaptive emotional patternsHow an addiction to pickleball destroyed a client's lifeAnd much more...Connect with Josh Trent and his work at: Website: https://liberatedlife.comWebsite: https://joshtrent.com/ Podcast: https://wellnessforce.com/podcast-episodes/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wellnessandwisdomInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/joshtrentofficial/Facebook: https://facebook.com/wellnessFSpecial thanks to Josh for generously hosting this conversation in-person out in his hill-country studio. Please make sure you’re subscribed to the Abel James Show wherever you listen to podcasts, and leave a quick review or tell a friend if you dig what we do. We have a brand new community club in the works, in-person live events and shows in Austin, retreats in exotic locations, and more coming up soon, so make sure you sign up for my newsletter at AbelJames.com and my substack at AbelJames.Substack.com to make sure you don't miss out!  This episode is brought to you by:Nature's Sunshine - Go to NaturesSunshine.com and use code WILD for free shipping and 20% off your first order.Peluva - Go to Peluva.com and use code WILD for 15 % off your first pair.Troscriptions - Go to Troscriptions.com/WILD or enter WILD at checkout for 10% off your first order.

When everything is on the line, ever wonder why some otherwise incredible athletes choke spectacularly? Why did Michael Jordan consistently sink game-winning jump shots at the buzzer when everyone else was throwing up bricks? Today we’re here with a veteran coach who’s cracked the code on peak performance. Itamar Marani has lived through the kind of pressure most people only read about. Forget the tired mantras about “grinding” harder, training to perform under pressure takes real strategy. If you’re ready to meet the version of yourself that thrives under pressure, get ready to feel uncomfortable for all the right reasons. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, athlete, or just sick of living with one foot on the brake, expect raw stories, sharp insights, and tools you can put to work instantly. You'll discover: How to identify and overcome the blind spots sabotaging your resultsThe art of turning setbacks into secret weaponsHow to perform at max level when it matters mostAnd much more...Find Itamar Marani and pick up his new book: Book: Elite Performance by Itamar Marani - order on AmazonWebsite: ItamarMarani.comPodcast: The Elite Performance Podcast - listen on Spotify, Apple and YouTubeCoaching: The ArenaInstagram: @itamarmaraniFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ItamarMaraniPage/Please take a moment to make sure you’re subscribed wherever you listen to podcasts, and to stay up-to-date, sign up for my newsletter at AbelJames.com.You can also join Substack as a free or paid member for ad-free episodes of this show, to comment on each episode, and to hit me up in the DM’s. Join at abeljames.substack.com. And if you’re feeling generous, write a quick review for the Abel James Show on Apple or Spotify. You rock.This episode is brought to you by:Manukora - Go to MANUKORA.com/WILD to save 31% plus $25 of free gifts.CrowdHealth - Go to JoinCrowdHealth.com and use the code WILD at checkout to get started for as low as $80 per month.Troscriptions - Go to troscriptions.com/WILD or enter WILD at checkout for 10% off your first order.

Have you considered how the choices you make today shape the health and destiny of your children before they’re ever born?What if the most important gift you could ever give your future child is the health and resilience you build in yourself today?As rates of chronic health conditions in children—including autism, anxiety, diabetes, obesity, and autoimmune disorders—continue to rise, it’s time to take preconception seriously.  Science shows that the health of our children is determined not just by genetics, but epigenetics. Your health at the time of conception is a snapshot or time capsule that contains the genetic and epigenetic blueprint for your child for the rest of time.It’s a shocking realization, especially for men: Your lifestyle choices during preconception will forever affect the genetics and health of your children (and their children!). That means optimizing your health and fitness is not merely an exercise in vanity, but an opportunity to give your future children the best chance at health and success. After all, the biological definition of fitness is the ability to produce healthy offspring. Today, we’re exploring how the choices we make today shape not just our own health, but the health of our future children and even generations to come. I’m thrilled to be joined by Dr. Ann Shippy, a unicorn in the world of medicine—a board-certified internal medicine physician, certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, and a former IBM engineer who’s turned her passion for macro-level systems thinking and problem-solving into a mission to revolutionize how we think about health.If you care about your health, your family’s future, or just want to understand how to build true resilience in a toxic world, you’re in the right place. In this episode, you’ll discover:The impact of environmental toxins, mold, and gut health on fertility, child development, and longevityHow Dr. Shippy reversed the effects of toxic mold exposure, including ALS-type symptoms, pain, and fatigue in her own familyHow to give your future children the best chance at health and success by optimizing epigenetics at preconception And much more…Connect with Dr. Ann Shippy and pre-order her new book: Preconception Revolution by Dr. Ann Shippy, on Amazon, Walmart, Barnes & Noble, Bookshop, Books-A-Million or Target (releases: November 18, 2025)Website: https://annshippymd.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/annshippymd/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annshippymdPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/annshippymdFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AnnShippyMD/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/annshippymdPlease take a moment to make sure you’re subscribed wherever you listen to podcasts, and to stay up-to-date, sign up for my newsletter at AbelJames.com.You can also join Substack as a free or paid member for ad-free episodes of this show, to comment on each episode, and to hit me up in the DM’s. Join at abeljames.substack.com. And if you’re feeling generous, write a quick review for the Abel James Show on Apple or Spotify. You rock.This episode is brought to you by:Peluva - Visit Peluva.com and use the code WILD for 15% off your first pair.Manukora - Go to MANUKORA.com/WILD to save 31% plus $25 of free gifts.Troscriptions - Go to troscriptions.com/WILD or enter WILD at checkout for 10% off your first order.

What if the secret to unlocking the mysteries of our minds, our health, and even our happiness is hiding in the most unexpected place—our own gut? Could the answers to our most stubborn health mysteries—and maybe even the secret to a longer, happier life—be found in the microbes we’ve spent a lifetime trying to avoid?How does our microbiome affect conditions like depression, Parkinson's, and autism?Research from this week’s guest shows that optimizing microbial health can dramatically improve our quality of life, leading to enhanced memory and cognition and reversing symptoms of Alzheimer's. After microbial transplants, some patients even started regrowing their hair! Our guest today, Dr. Sabine Hazan, is a trailblazer and pioneering specialist in gastroenterology, internal medicine, and hepatology. Dr. Hazan is the Founder & CEO of the Malibu Specialty Center and Ventura Clinical Trials where she conducts and oversees clinical trials for cutting-edge research. She’s also a top clinical investigator for multiple pharmaceutical companies, and an author to boot.In this episode, you’ll discover:The many unexpected benefits of microbiome transplantsHow sunlight, exercise, and hobbies like gardening actually improve our microbial health and resilienceHow changing the way we think affects our microbiomeAnd much more…Find Dr. Sabine Hazan and her work on: progenabiome.comPick up the book, Let's Talk Sh!t, on Barnes and Noble or progenabiome.comListen to the Let's Talk Sh!t podcast with Dr. Sabine Hazan on progenabiome.com, letstalkshit.org, Apple Podcasts, Audible, YouTube or wherever you listen to podcastsGo to microbiomeresearchfoundation.org for cutting-edge information from Dr. Hazen and the Biome SquadMake sure you’re subscribed to the Abel James Show, and to stay up-to-date, sign up for my newsletter at AbelJames.com.You can also join Substack as a free or paid member for ad-free episodes of this show, to comment on each episode, and to hit me up in the DM’s. Join at abeljames.substack.com. And if you’re feeling generous, write a quick review for the Abel James Show on Apple or Spotify. You rock.This episode is brought to you by:Manukora Honey - Go to MANUKORA.com/WILD to save 31% plus $25 of free gifts.Troscriptions - Go to Troscriptions.com/WILD or enter WILD at checkout for 10% off your first order.CrowdHealth - Go to JoinCrowdHealth.com and use the code WILD at checkout to get started for as low as $80 per month.

What’s the secret to shedding fat as a foodie who refuses to sacrifice joy or flavor? This week’s guest changed the way we think about food and mom and pop businesses in America. He’s a legend in journalism and beloved in the food world, saving countless independent restaurants from certain destruction. As the creator of the beloved TV series Diners, Drive‑Ins and Dives and many others, a producer for Good Morning America and network news, and the author of Food Americana, two‑time Emmy winner David Page has covered serious ground throughout his 55‑year career. You’re going to dig this one. You’ll discover:Why “giving a shit” is the secret to success Why offal and haggis deserve a spot on your menuHow reality TV and the internet destroyed truth (and what to do about it)And much more…Check out David Page's work on: Substack at Culinary Characters UnlockedDownload and listen to the Culinary Characters Unlocked podcast on Spotify, YouTube, Apple or wherever you go for podcastsGrab Food Americana by David Page on AmazonToday's Behind-the-Scenes Factoid: The air conditioning went out before we started recording, so you may notice me turn to the reddish hue of a lobster as temperatures climb over 90-degrees in my studio! On the bright side, I can skip the sauna this week. Please take a quick second to make sure you’re subscribed to the Abel James Show wherever you listen to podcasts, and to stay up-to-date you can sign up for my newsletter at AbelJames.com.You can also join Substack as a free or paid member for ad-free episodes of this show, to comment on each episode, and to hit me up in the DMs. Join in the fun at abeljames.substack.com. And if you’re feeling generous, write a quick review for the Abel James Show on Apple or Spotify. You rock.This episode is brought to you by:Peluva - Visit Peluva.com and use the code WILD for 15% off your first pairTroscriptions - Go to troscriptions.com/WILD or enter WILD at checkout for 10% off your first orderManukora Honey - Go to MANUKORA.com/WILD to save 31% plus $25 worth of free gifts