The Genius Life
Science-first wellness podcast that is equal parts rigorous, rebellious, and ridiculously useful. Hosted by Max Lugavere, health and science journalist, New York Times bestselling author, and one of the most trusted voices in nutrition and longevity. Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice.
Episodes
Dr. Shadé Zahrai is a leadership strategist and behavioral science expert—and the author of Big Trust—focused on helping people build real confidence and take action in uncertainty.
Actor and GATLAN co-founder Josh Duhamel joins Max to unpack aging, testosterone, peptides, and performance—along with the mindset shifts that help men stay strong, energized, and grounded as they get older.
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Cognitive scientist Maya Shankar explains why change and uncertainty can feel so destabilizing, how they threaten our sense of identity, and the science-backed tools that actually help us stay grounded and whole when life makes other plans.
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In this episode, we explore the science behind NAD, cellular energy, and aging with Tru Niagen CEO Robert Fried—and you can try it yourself with 20% off at truniagen.com using code GENIUS20.
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Dr. Josh Redd, author of The 30-Day Inflammatory Reset: A Complete Guide to Healing Your Immune System, breaks down how chronic inflammation is identified in real patients—and how targeted changes to diet, digestion, blood sugar, and the nervous system can reverse it.
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In this episode, Dr. Will Bulsiewicz, author of Plant Powered Plus: Activate the Power of Your Gut to Tame Inflammation and Reclaim Your Health, breaks down what chronic inflammation really is, why gut health sits at the center of it, and how food, fiber, light, and daily habits can quietly heal—or sabotage—your metabolism, brain, and energy.
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Recorded in London, Max is in the hot seat for a wide-ranging conversation on brain health—covering ultra-processed foods, inflammation, creatine, meat, and what the science actually says about protecting the brain.
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World-renowned vagus nerve researcher Dr. Kevin Tracey joins Max to explain how the nervous system regulates inflammation, why most “vagus nerve hacks” miss the point, and how this science could reshape the future of autoimmune and brain health.
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Michael Gervais—a performance psychologist to the world’s best—explains how to train your mind like an elite athlete, overcoming imposter syndrome, burnout, and fear of other people’s opinions to perform, recover, and live better in a high-stress world.
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In this holiday AMA, I break down how to use fasting and optimal protein intake for fat loss, why coffee doesn’t cancel out creatine, and which supplements actually make sense when money—and time—are tight.
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Foot and gait specialist Dr. Courtney Conley connects plantar fasciitis, bunions, knee and back pain to weak feet—and explains why foot health may influence longevity and brain health.
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Dr. Mindy Pelz—bestselling author, fasting advocate, and women’s health expert—joins Max to explain why the next phase of a woman’s life may be designed for greater clarity, confidence, and energy.
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Dave Watumull joins me to explain how a natural red nutrient called astaxanthin found in wild salmon may help reduce inflammation, boost recovery, and support healthy aging.
Note: AX3 sponsors this episode but did not influence its content.
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Sal Di Stefano, a personal trainer for over 20 years and co-host of Mind Pump, joins Max to break down the best foods to boost GLP-1 naturally, what to eat (and the "mouth porn" to avoid) for sustainable fat loss, and how to build a healthier, saner relationship with food, fitness, and your body.
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Chronic pain affects one in five adults, and psychiatrist and social media star Daniel Amen believes most of us are treating it completely wrong. In this episode, we explore how the brain’s hidden “pain circuits” keep suffering alive—and the surprising tools that can finally break the cycle.
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Leland Vittert shares the raw, extraordinary journey behind Born Lucky—a story of autism, grit, and the parenting that changed everything.
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Orthopedic surgeon and medical-mystery expert Dr. Erin Nance, aka “Little MisDiagnosed,” joins Max for a powerful conversation on why diagnoses are so often missed and how to finally get the answers and care you deserve.
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Max is joined by Dr. Karan Rajan, medical doctor and one of the internet’s sharpest science myth-busters, to break down the real evidence behind bloating, fiber, carnivore, probiotics, and everything the gut-health world keeps getting wrong.
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AI can either erode your focus and memory—or become the greatest tool you’ve ever used to sharpen them. In this episode with Jim Kwik, we break down how to build an anti-fragile brain that gets stronger in the face of stress, distraction, and rapid technological change.
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Struggling with back pain, tightness, or posture issues? Eric Goodman, DC breaks down the Foundation Training method that has helped millions rebuild their bodies, improve mobility, and finally move without pain.
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