How Humans Select & Keep Romantic Partners in Short & Long Term | Dr. David BussIn this episode, my guest is Dr. David Buss, Ph.D., Professor of Psychology at the […]

The Science of Gratitude & How to Build a Gratitude PracticeIn this episode, I discuss the science of gratitude, which has been shown in peer-reviewed studies to […]

Time Perception & Entrainment by Dopamine, Serotonin & HormonesIn this episode, I discuss how our brain and body track time and the role that neurochemicals, in […]

How to Exercise for Strength Gains & Hormone Optimization | Dr. Duncan FrenchIn this episode, I talk to Dr. Duncan French, Ph.D., the Vice President of Performance at […]

Using Your Nervous System to Enhance Your Immune SystemThis episode teaches you a lot about the immune system, immune-brain interactions and offers 12 potential […]

Timing Your Light, Food, & Exercise for Optimal Sleep, Energy & Mood | Dr. Samer HattarIn this episode, I host Dr. Samer Hattar, Ph.D., Chief of the Section on Light and […]

Nutrients for Brain Health & PerformanceThis episode I describe science-supported nutrients for brain and performance (cognition) and for nervous system health […]

Effects of Fasting & Time Restricted Eating on Fat Loss & HealthThis episode I discuss the science and practice of fasting also called time-restricted feeding. I […]

Using Temperature To Optimize Performance, Brain & Body Health | Dr. Craig HellerThis episode I am joined by Dr. Craig Heller, Ph.D., Professor of Biology at Stanford […]

Controlling Your Dopamine For Motivation, Focus & SatisfactionThis episode serves as a sort of “Dopamine Masterclass”. I discuss the immensely powerful chemical tha […]

Psychedelics for Treating Mental Disorders | Dr. Matthew JohnsonThis episode I discuss medical research on psychedelic compounds with Dr. Matthew Johnson, Ph.D., […]

ADHD & How Anyone Can Improve Their FocusIn this episode, I discuss ADHD (Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder): what it is, the common myths, and the biology […]

Healthy Eating & Eating Disorders – Anorexia, Bulimia, BingingIn this episode, I discuss what drives hunger and satiety, and the role our brain, stomach, fat and […]

Science of Stress, Testosterone & Free Will | Dr. Robert SapolskyIn this episode, I interview Dr. Robert Sapolsky, Ph.D., Professor of Biology, Neurology & Neurosurgery […]

Understanding & Conquering DepressionThis episode, I explain what major depression is at the biological and psychological level and the various treatments that […]

Understanding & Treating Addiction | Dr. Anna LembkeThis episode I interview Dr. Anna Lembke, M.D., Chief of the Stanford Addiction Medicine Dual Diagnosis Clinic at […]

How to Control Your Sense of Pain & PleasureThis episode I discuss our sense of pain and pleasure: where and how they each arise in our mind and body and various […]

The Science & Practice of Perfecting Your Sleep | Dr. Matt WalkerIn this episode, my guest is Dr. Matt Walker, Ph.D., Professor of Neuroscience and Psychology and the […]

How to Optimize Your Brain-Body Function & HealthThis episode I describe how the organs of the body influence the function and health of our brain and how our brain […]

Machines, Creativity & Love | Dr. Lex FridmanDr. Lex Fridman Ph.D., is a scientist at MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology), working on robotics, artificial […]