The Genius Life

Weekly deep dives into health, nutrition, and longevity science AI summary

Max Lugavere Visit website › Health & Fitness · EN · 606 episodes · latest 2026-11-11

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Helping you build a stronger body, sharper brain, and healthier life, with science. I’m Max Lugavere, health and science journalist and New York Times bestselling author. Each week, I sit down with leading scientists, doctors, and thinkers to uncover practical ways to improve your health, fitness, and longevity. ⁣⁣⁣ Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice.

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602: How to Stop Old Patterns and Desires From Running Your Life | Yung Pueblo

2026-11-11 · 1 hr 15 min

Yung Pueblo, author of Journey: The Year That Changes Everything, joins Max to share how silent meditation changed the way he handles difficult emotions and what it takes to catch an old pattern before acting on it.This…
601: How to Have Better Sex, Boost Hormone Health, and Improve Longevity | Rena Malik, MD E

2026-11-04 · 1 hr 7 min

Dr. Rena Malik returns to explain the connection between sexual function and overall health, what testosterone can—and can’t—tell you, and how to build a more satisfying sex life.This episode is proudly sponsored…
600: The Nutrition Scientist Who Says We've Been Thinking About Food All Wrong | Dariush Mozaffarian, MD

2026-10-28 · 1 hr 8 min

Dr. Dariush Mozaffarian, leading nutrition scientist, cardiologist, and author of Food Is Medicine, joins Max to challenge conventional wisdom about calories, obesity, and the protein craze—and explain why what we eat…
599: How to Choose Better Protein for Your Health and Budget | Paul Greive

2026-10-21 · 1 hr 4 min

Paul Greive, cofounder of Pasturebird (use code GENIUS for a discount), joins Max to explore how the way chicken is raised may affect its nutritional quality, what food labels really mean, and how to choose and cook…
598: Why You’re Eating Healthy but Still Not Losing Fat | Dominik Nischwitz, ND, DDS

2026-10-14 · 1 hr 29 min

Dr. Dominik Nischwitz returns to unpack the biggest myths about fat loss, muscle growth, and healthy eating—and how to get leaner and stronger without obsessing over every carb, calorie, or wearable score.This episode…
597: The Food, Exercise, and Sleep Strategies Everyone With ADHD Should Know | Jolene Brighten, ND

2026-10-07 · 1 hr 4 min

Dr. Jolene Brighten, author of the new book ADHD and Women: A Guide to Optimizing Your Hormones and Thriving with ADHD, reveals why ADHD is often missed in women, how hormones can shape symptoms, and practical…
596: How to Get Better, More Youthful, More Resilient Skin Without a 10-Step Routine | Doris Day, MD

2026-09-30 · 1 hr 22 min

Dermatologist Dr. Doris Day shares how to build a simple skincare routine, protect against sun damage, and navigate hormonal changes for healthier, more youthful-looking skin at any age.15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and…
595: The Nervous System Tools That Help You Feel Calm, Safe, and in Control | Jonny Miller

2026-09-23 · 1 hr 0 min

Nervous system educator Jonny Miller shares practical tools to become less reactive, recover faster from stress and conflict, process difficult emotions and grief, and regain a greater sense of agency over your life.15…
594: How to Build a Longer, Stronger, More Meaningful Life | Allison Aubrey

2026-09-16 · 1 hr 3 min

NPR health and science journalist Allison Aubrey joins Max to unpack the habits that help us stay strong, sharp, healthy, and purposeful as we age—and why midlife may be less of a crisis than an opportunity to reinvent…
593: The Daily Habits That Keep Your Brain Sharp at Any Age | Jim Kwik

2026-09-09 · 1 hr 8 min

Jim Kwik, bestselling author of Limitless Daily: 366 Keys to Train Your Brain, Master Your Mind, and Win Every Day, shares the simple daily habits that can help improve memory, focus, cognitive resilience, and brain…

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