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The Genius Life

The Genius Life

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 wellness. ???? Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice.

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575: How to Stop Overthinking, Become More Resilient, and Thrive in Chaos | Simone Stolzoff

Simone Stolzoff is a journalist, author, and workplace expert who joins Max to discuss his new book How to Not Know and why learning to tolerate uncertainty may be one of the most important skills for mental health, resilience, creativity, and success in the modern world.

15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now!

Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavere

Watch my new documentary Little Empty Boxes - https://www.maxlugavere.com/film

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Cozy Earth makes some of the most comfortable bedding and loungewear I?ve ever used?breathable, temperature-regulating, and genuinely luxurious. Head to cozyearth.com and use code GENIUS to get up to 20% off.


Our Place makes beautiful, toxin-free home cookware, free of PFAS and Teflon! http://fromourplace.com and use code MAX for 10% off, site-wide!

2026-05-13
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574: This 2-Minute Habit May Calm Anxiety Faster Than Meditation | Jessica Ortner

In this episode, Max sits down with Jessica Ortner?bestselling author of Rewired and co-creator of The Tapping Solution?to rigorously explore the science, skepticism, and real-world applications of Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), also known as ?tapping,? and its potential effects on stress, anxiety, chronic pain, cravings, trauma, and nervous system regulation.

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AG1 is my favorite multivitamin now in delicious new flavors! Enjoy a free welcome kit including flavor sampler, AGZ sleep, vitamin D+K2 with your first subscription. All you have to do is visit ?drinkag1.com/GENIUS?.


Fatty15 provides C15:0, a naturally occurring fatty acid found in full-fat dairy that may support cellular health and longevity?get 15% off at http://fatty15.com/MAX with code MAX!

2026-05-11
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573: How to Enhance Foot Health and Reduce Foot Pain; Walking for Longevity | Courtney Conley, DC

Dr. Courtney Conley?founder of Gait Happens and author of the new book Walk?joins Max to unpack how foot health, walking, and modern footwear impact everything from pain and balance to metabolic health, brain function, and longevity.

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Hollow Socks are compression socks made of breathable alpaca fiber and provide genuinely comfortable compression. I?ve been wearing them on flights and after workouts, and for a limited time they?re doing a Buy 2, Get 2 Free sale at HollowSocks.com.

Timeline Nutrition makes MitoPure?a purified form of urolithin A, which studies suggest may provide powerful mitochondrial support for energy and longevity. Go to http://timelinenutrition.com/max for up to 39% off of mitopure gummies 


2026-05-06
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572: PCOS and Endometriosis ? What Every Woman Needs to Know, and Most Doctors Miss | Thais Aliabadi, MD

Board-certified OB-GYN Dr. Thais Aliabadi joins Max to break down PCOS and endometriosis?why they?re so often missed, how they impact hormones, weight, and fertility, and what women can actually do to take back control of their health.

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Puori PW1 protein is here to satisfy all of your protein needs! Plus a ton of other high quality, rigorously tested supplements (fish oil, creatine, and more). Visit ??Puori.com/MAX?? and use promo code MAX to get 32% off and a welcome kit when you start a subscription.

JustThrive makes high quality probiotics with mental health in mind. Get 20% your first 90 day bottle when you go to ?https://justthrivehealth.com/GENIUS and use code GENIUSLIFE at checkout!

2026-05-04
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571: Why Women Gain Weight in Midlife (And What Actually Works) | Cynthia Thurlow, NP

Why hunger spirals, why fat loss feels harder?especially in midlife?and the simple, science-backed ways to regain control using protein, satiety, and smarter nutrition, with Cynthia Thurlow, a functional medicine nurse practitioner and author of The Menopause Gut.

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Wildgrain slow-fermented sourdough and fresh pastries go from freezer to bakery-level perfection in under 25 minutes. Yum! Get $30 off your first box and free croissants in every box at Wildgrain.com/MAX or use code MAX at checkout.


Momentous holds its products to rigorous quality and purity standards set by the NFL and NBA. I use their creatine and protein regularly. Head to livemomentous.com/genius or use code GENIUS for 35% off your first subscription.

2026-04-29
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570: GLP-1s, Food Addiction, and the Psychology of Craving | Luke Cook

A wide-ranging conversation with Luke Cook exploring GLP-1 drugs, nicotine, ultra-processed foods, and the psychology of craving?blending evidence-based insights with real-time speculation and commentary that should be taken as conversation, not prescription.

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Kion is known for their transparent and evidence-based essential amino acid (EAA) supplements which help save you calories while providing all essential amino acids for muscle growth and more. Save 20% by going to ?getkion.com/geniuslife?.

2026-04-26
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569: Why Fertility Is Declining ? Inflammation, Toxins and What You Can Do | Natalie Crawford, MD

Fertility expert Natalie Crawford, author of The Fertility Formula, breaks down how inflammation, toxins, metabolic health, and modern lifestyle factors may impact your ability to conceive?and what you can do about it.

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Get 160+ labs per year for only a dollar a day to OWN your health with Function Health! http://functionhealth.com/max and use gift code MAX25 for $25 off.


Food waste is one of the biggest and most overlooked environmental problems?and most of it happens in our homes. Mill makes it effortless to do something about it, and you can try it risk-free for 90 days and get $75 off at http://mill.com/genius with code GENIUS.

2026-04-22
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568: Why Dating Today Feels So Hard and How to Find Love That Lasts | Amy Chan

Dating coach Amy Chan, author of Unsingle, explains why modern dating feels broken?and the small shifts that actually lead to lasting love.

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Puori PW1 protein is here to satisfy all of your protein needs! Plus a ton of other high quality, rigorously tested supplements (fish oil, creatine, and more). Visit ??Puori.com/MAX?? and use promo code MAX to get 32% off and a welcome kit when you start a subscription.

I sleep on an Avocado mattress because real organic materials, no synthetic shortcuts, and better breathability make a noticeable difference. Go to ?http://avocadogreenmattress.com/MAX? to check out their mattress and bedding sale.

2026-04-20
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567: The Most Powerful Food You?re Not Eating (And It Takes 3 Days to Make) | Doug Evans

Doug Evans sits down with Max to explore the surprising science and real-world power of sprouts?from boosting sulforaphane and detox pathways to making ultra-nutritious food in just days on your countertop.

15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now!

Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavere

Watch my new documentary Little Empty Boxes - https://www.maxlugavere.com/film

This episode is proudly sponsored by:

Cozy Earth makes some of the most comfortable bedding and loungewear I?ve ever used?breathable, temperature-regulating, and genuinely luxurious. Head to cozyearth.com and use code GENIUS to get up to 20% off.


LMNT is my favorite delicious, sugar-free electrolyte powder to leave you feeling charged up after a sweat sesh. Get a free 8-serving sample pack at drinklmnt.com/geniuslife.

2026-04-15
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566: How Healthy Attachment Can Radically Upgrade Your Work, Love, and Friendships | Amir Levine, MD

Psychiatrist and neuroscientist Amir Levine, author of Secure, explains how your daily social interactions shape your brain, energy, and health?and how to rewire them to feel more secure, resilient, and supported in every area of life.

15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now!

Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavere

Watch my new documentary Little Empty Boxes - https://www.maxlugavere.com/film

This episode is proudly sponsored by:

Momentous holds its products to rigorous quality and purity standards set by the NFL and NBA. I use their creatine and protein regularly. Head to livemomentous.com/genius or use code GENIUS for 35% off your first subscription.


Our Place makes beautiful, toxin-free home cookware, free of PFAS and Teflon! http://fromourplace.com and use code MAX for 10% off, site-wide!

2026-04-13
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565: How to Have More Complete Bowel Movements and Optimize Colon Health | Trisha Pasricha, MD

Gastroenterologist Dr. Trisha Pasricha, author of You?ve Been Pooping All Wrong, breaks down what ?normal? really means for your gut?revealing the hidden causes of constipation, bloating, and incomplete poops, and how to fix them.

15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now!

Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavere

Watch my new documentary Little Empty Boxes - https://www.maxlugavere.com/film


This episode is proudly sponsored by:

AG1 is my favorite multivitamin now in delicious new flavors! Enjoy a free 1 year supply of vitamin D and 5 free AG1 travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is visit drinkag1.com/GENIUS.


Fatty15 provides C15:0, a naturally occurring fatty acid found in full-fat dairy that may support cellular health and longevity?get 15% off at http://fatty15.com/MAX with code MAX!

2026-04-08
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564: How to Preserve and Enhance Vision for Better Brain and Mental Health | Bryce Appelbaum, OD

Neuro-optometrist Dr. Bryce Appelbaum reveals how your visual system shapes your brain, focus, and performance?and shares practical tools to improve vision, reduce strain, and protect long-term cognitive health.

15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now!

Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavere

Watch my new documentary Little Empty Boxes - https://www.maxlugavere.com/film

This episode is proudly sponsored by:

OneSkin is a skincare company for minimalists utilizing their revolutionary OS-01 peptide which can reverse signs of skin aging according to their research. Visit ?http://oneskin.co/max? and use code MAX for 15% off.


Timeline Nutrition makes MitoPure?a purified form of urolithin A, which studies suggest may provide powerful mitochondrial support for energy and longevity. Go to http://timelinenutrition.com/max for up to 39% off of mitopure gummies 

2026-04-06
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563: Why Your Life Feels Meaningless Even If You?re Doing Everything Right | Arthur Brooks, PhD

Harvard professor and happiness expert Arthur Brooks joins Max to unpack why so many of us can be doing everything ?right? and still feel unfulfilled?and how to reconnect with real meaning, based on his new book The Meaning of Your Life.

15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now!

Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavere

Watch my new documentary Little Empty Boxes - https://www.maxlugavere.com/film

This episode is proudly sponsored by:


Puori provides IFOS-certified, high potency fish oil to satisfy all of your omega-3 needs! Plus a ton of other high quality, rigorously tested supplements (protein, creatine, and more). Visit ?Puori.com/MAX? and use promo code MAX to get 20% off site-wide.


JustThrive makes high quality probiotics with mental health in mind. Get 20% your first 90 day bottle when you go to ?https://justthrivehealth.com/GENIUS and use code GENIUSLIFE at checkout!

2026-04-01
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562: How to Build Muscle and Lose Fat Without Burning Out | Sal di Stefano

Returning guest and listener favorite Sal Di Stefano joins Max to cut through the noise to reveal what actually works for building muscle, losing fat, and staying consistent?without burning out or overcomplicating things.

15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now!

Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavere

Watch my new documentary Little Empty Boxes - https://www.maxlugavere.com/film

This episode is proudly sponsored by:

Momentous holds its products to rigorous quality and purity standards set by the NFL and NBA. I use their creatine and protein regularly. Head to livemomentous.com/genius or use code GENIUS for 35% off your first subscription.

2026-03-30
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561: How to Future-Proof Your Brain and Stay Sharp at Any Age | Tommy Wood, PhD

Neuroscientist Dr. Tommy Wood breaks down the science of preventing cognitive decline and optimizing brain performance?drawing from his new book The Stimulated Mind to reveal what actually keeps your brain sharp for life.

15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now!

Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavere

Watch my new documentary Little Empty Boxes - https://www.maxlugavere.com/film


This episode is proudly sponsored by:

Cozy Earth makes some of the most comfortable bedding and loungewear I?ve ever used?breathable, temperature-regulating, and genuinely luxurious. Head to cozyearth.com and use code GENIUS to get up to 20% off.


Shopify makes it easy to accept payments, manage orders, and build relationships with customers (cha-ching!). Get everything you need to sell in person and online at http://shopify.com/genius and get a one-dollar-per-month trial period!

2026-03-25
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560: What Your Sperm and Eggs Say About Your Health and Fertility | Lucky Sekhon, MD

Fertility expert Dr. Lucky Sekhon, author of The Lucky Egg, breaks down what your sperm and eggs reveal about your health?and what you can do today to protect your fertility.

15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now!

Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavere

Watch my new documentary Little Empty Boxes - https://www.maxlugavere.com/film


This episode is proudly sponsored by:

Puori PW1 protein is here to satisfy all of your protein needs! Plus a ton of other high quality, rigorously tested supplements (fish oil, creatine, and more). Visit ??Puori.com/MAX?? and use promo code MAX to get 32% off and a welcome kit when you start a subscription.


Food waste is one of the biggest and most overlooked environmental problems?and most of it happens in our homes. Mill makes it effortless to do something about it, and you can try it risk-free for 90 days and get $75 off at http://mill.com/genius with code GENIUS.


2026-03-23
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559: The Hidden Psychology of Happiness and Meaning | Dave Evans

Dave Evans, Stanford life design expert, explains why success alone often fails to deliver fulfillment?and how to build a life that actually feels meaningful in the day to day.

15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now!

Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavere

Watch my new documentary Little Empty Boxes - https://www.maxlugavere.com/film

This episode is proudly sponsored by:

LMNT is my favorite delicious, sugar-free electrolyte powder to leave you feeling charged up after a sweat sesh. Get a free 8-serving sample pack at drinklmnt.com/geniuslife.


Our Place makes beautiful, toxin-free home cookware, free of PFAS and Teflon! http://fromourplace.com and use code MAX for 10% off, site-wide!

2026-03-18
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558: The 5 Brain Health Habits That May Prevent Dementia, According to a Neurologist | Majid Fotuhi, MD PhD

Neurologist Dr. Majid Fotuhi, author of The Invincible Brain, joins Max to break down the most powerful lifestyle habits for protecting your brain, staying sharp as you age, and reducing your risk of dementia.

15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now!

Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavere

Watch my new documentary Little Empty Boxes - https://www.maxlugavere.com/film


This episode is proudly sponsored by:

Wildgrain slow-fermented sourdough and fresh pastries go from freezer to bakery-level perfection in under 25 minutes. Yum! Get $30 off your first box and free croissants in every box at Wildgrain.com/MAX or use code MAX at checkout.


Fatty15 provides C15:0, a naturally occurring fatty acid found in full-fat dairy that may support cellular health and longevity?get 15% off at http://fatty15.com/MAX with code MAX!

2026-03-16
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557: The Surprising Science of Pregnancy Nutrition (Protein, Choline, Omega-3s and Blood Sugar) | Jessie Inchauspé

Jessie Inchauspé?biochemist, bestselling author, and the ?Glucose Goddess??joins Max to unpack how blood sugar, protein, choline, and omega-3s during pregnancy may shape a baby?s brain, metabolism, and lifelong health.

15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now!

Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavere

Watch my new documentary Little Empty Boxes - https://www.maxlugavere.com/film


This episode is proudly sponsored by:

Cozy Earth makes some of the most comfortable bedding and loungewear I?ve ever used?breathable, temperature-regulating, and genuinely luxurious. Head to cozyearth.com and use code GENIUS to get up to 20% off.


Momentous holds its products to rigorous quality and purity standards set by the NFL and NBA. I use their creatine and protein regularly. Head to livemomentous.com/genius or use code GENIUS for 35% off your first subscription.


Shopify makes it easy to accept payments, manage orders, and build relationships with customers (cha-ching!). Get everything you need to sell in person and online at http://shopify.com/genius and get a one-dollar-per-month trial period!


2026-03-11
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556: Why Everything You Want Is on the Other Side of Hard | Ken Rideout

Endurance athlete and author Ken Rideout joins Max to discuss discipline, addiction recovery, and the relentless mindset behind his book Everything You Want Is on the Other Side of Hard.

15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now!

Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavere

Watch my new documentary Little Empty Boxes - https://www.maxlugavere.com/film


This episode is proudly sponsored by:

Puori PW1 protein is here to satisfy all of your protein needs! Plus a ton of other high quality, rigorously tested supplements (fish oil, creatine, and more). Visit ?Puori.com/MAX? and use promo code MAX to get 32% off and a welcome kit when you start a subscription.

OneSkin is a skincare company for minimalists utilizing their revolutionary OS-01 peptide which can reverse signs of skin aging according to their research. Visit ?http://oneskin.co/max? and use code MAX for 15% off.


2026-03-09
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555: How to Stop "Food Noise," Tame Hunger, and Make Fat Loss Easy | Rachael DeVaux, RD

Registered dietitian and trainer Rachael DeVaux aka @RachaelsGoodEats joins me to share practical strategies for prioritizing protein, building balanced meals, and simplifying healthy eating?along with insights from her new cookbook The High Protein Plate.

15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now!

Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavere

Watch my new documentary Little Empty Boxes - https://www.maxlugavere.com/film

This episode is proudly sponsored by:

AG1 is my favorite multivitamin now in delicious new flavors! Enjoy a free welcome kit including flavor sampler, AGZ sleep, vitamin D+K2 with your first subscription. All you have to do is visit ?drinkag1.com/GENIUS?.


Get 160+ labs per year for only a dollar a day to OWN your health with Function Health! http://functionhealth.com/max and use gift code MAX25 for $25 off.

2026-03-04
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554: How to Use AI to Improve Your Health Right Now | Nasim Afsar, MD

Physician-executive Dr. Nasim Afsar?former Chief Health Officer at Oracle and COO of billion-dollar health systems?joins Max to explain how AI, personalization, and a long-overdue mindset shift could transform today?s ?sick care? model into true health care, as detailed in her new book Intelligent Health.

15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now!

Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavere

Watch my new documentary Little Empty Boxes - https://www.maxlugavere.com/film

This episode is proudly sponsored by:

Timeline Nutrition makes MitoPure?a purified form of urolithin A, which studies suggest may provide powerful mitochondrial support for energy and longevity. Go to http://timelinenutrition.com/max for up to 39% off of mitopure gummies 


JustThrive makes high quality probiotics with mental health in mind. Get 20% your first 90 day bottle when you go to ?https://justthrivehealth.com/GENIUS and use code GENIUSLIFE at checkout!

2026-03-02
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553: Should You Be "Fartmaxxing"? The Truth About Fiber, Gut Health, and Longevity | Amy Shah, MD

In this episode, Max sits down with double board-certified physician and nutrition expert Dr. Amy Shah, MD to explore how gut health influences hormones, energy, mood, and longevity, why modern life may be sabotaging our microbiome, and whether viral trends like ?fartmaxxing? are helping or hurting. Grab her new book, Hormone Havoc, out now.

15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now!

Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavere

Watch my new documentary Little Empty Boxes - https://www.maxlugavere.com/film

This episode is proudly sponsored by:

I sleep on an Avocado mattress because real organic materials, no synthetic shortcuts, and better breathability make a noticeable difference. Go to ?http://avocadogreenmattress.com/MAX? to check out their mattress and bedding sale.


Momentous holds its products to rigorous quality and purity standards set by the NFL and NBA. I use their creatine and protein regularly. Head to livemomentous.com/genius or use code GENIUS for 35% off your first subscription.

Shopify makes it easy to accept payments, manage orders, and build relationships with customers (cha-ching!). Get everything you need to sell in person and online at http://shopify.com/genius and get a one-dollar-per-month trial period!

2026-02-25
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AMA 4: Non-Negotiables for Brain Health, Top Evidence-Based Supplements, and Early Decline Warning Signs

In this brain health-focused AMA, Max answers listener questions on dementia prevention, memory loss, cognitive performance, supplements, and the lifestyle habits most strongly linked to keeping the brain sharp with age. As always, nothing here should be construed as gospel (or medical advice).

15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now!

Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavere

Watch my new documentary Little Empty Boxes - https://www.maxlugavere.com/film

This episode is proudly sponsored by:

Get 160+ labs per year for only a dollar a day to OWN your health with Function Health! http://functionhealth.com/max and use gift code MAX25 for $25 off.

Puori provides IFOS-certified, high potency fish oil to satisfy all of your omega-3 needs! Plus a ton of other high quality, rigorously tested supplements (protein, creatine, and more). Visit ?Puori.com/MAX? and use promo code MAX to get 20% off site-wide.


Food waste is one of the biggest and most overlooked environmental problems?and most of it happens in our homes. Mill makes it effortless to do something about it, and you can try it risk-free for 90 days and get $75 off at http://mill.com/genius with code GENIUS.

2026-02-23
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552: The Hidden Psychology That?s Sabotaging Your Health Decisions | Amanda Montell

Amanda Montell?linguist, bestselling author of Wordslut, Cultish, and The Age of Magical Overthinking, and host of the podcasts Sounds Like a Cult and Magical Overthinkers?joins Max to unpack the cognitive biases, culty language, and hidden psychological traps that distort our thinking and fuel anxiety in the age of information.

15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now!

Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavere

Watch my new documentary Little Empty Boxes - https://www.maxlugavere.com/film

This episode is proudly sponsored by:

LMNT is my favorite delicious, sugar-free electrolyte powder to leave you feeling charged up after a sweat sesh. Get a free 8-serving sample pack at drinklmnt.com/geniuslife.


Our Place makes beautiful, toxin-free home cookware, free of PFAS and Teflon! http://fromourplace.com and use code MAX for 10% off, site-wide!

2026-02-18
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551: Why Women Gain Belly Fat After 40 and How to Reverse It | Mariza Snyder, DC

An eye-opening conversation with Dr. Mariza Snyder?a functional practitioner, women?s health expert, and author of The Perimenopause Revolution?on why fat loss gets harder during perimenopause, unpacking the hormonal and metabolic shifts driving midlife weight gain and the practical strategies that can help women regain control of their bodies.

15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now!

Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavere

Watch my new documentary Little Empty Boxes - https://www.maxlugavere.com/film


This episode is proudly sponsored by:

Fatty15 provides C15:0, a naturally occurring fatty acid found in full-fat dairy that may support cellular health and longevity?get 15% off at http://fatty15.com/MAX with code MAX!


I sleep on an Avocado mattress because real organic materials, no synthetic shortcuts, and better breathability make a noticeable difference. Go to ?http://avocadogreenmattress.com/MAX? to check out their mattress and bedding sale.

2026-02-16
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550: The Real Reason People Break Down After 40 (It?s Not "Getting Older") | Vonda Wright, MD

In this episode, orthopedic surgeon and longevity expert Dr. Vonda Wright explains why muscle and bone health are the true foundations of aging well?and how lifting, protein, and simple daily movement can keep you strong, independent, and out of the ER for decades to come.

15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now!

Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavere

Watch my new documentary Little Empty Boxes - https://www.maxlugavere.com/film

This episode is proudly sponsored by:

Momentous holds its products to rigorous quality and purity standards set by the NFL and NBA. I use their creatine and protein regularly. Head to livemomentous.com/genius or use code GENIUS for 35% off your first subscription.


Shopify makes it easy to accept payments, manage orders, and build relationships with customers (cha-ching!). Get everything you need to sell in person and online at http://shopify.com/genius and get a $1-per-month trial period!

Get 160+ labs per year for only a dollar a day to OWN your health with Function Health! http://functionhealth.com/max and use gift code MAX25 for $25 off.

2026-02-11
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549: The Top High-Impact, Low Misery Habits for Fat Loss | Light Watkins

A surprisingly tactical fat-loss deep dive with Light Watkins?author of The Year You Transform: The Quickest Path to Changing Your Life for the Better?on calorie awareness, protein leverage, added fats, and the small, repeatable systems that make getting lean feel simple instead of miserable.

15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now!

Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavere

Watch my new documentary Little Empty Boxes - https://www.maxlugavere.com/film


This episode is proudly sponsored by:

Puori provides IFOS-certified, high potency fish oil to satisfy all of your omega-3 needs! Plus a ton of other high quality, rigorously tested supplements (protein, creatine, and more). Visit ?Puori.com/MAX? and use promo code MAX to get 20% off site-wide.


OneSkin is a skincare company for minimalists utilizing their revolutionary OS-01 peptide which can reverse signs of skin aging according to their research. Visit ?http://oneskin.co/max? and use code MAX for 15% off.

2026-02-09
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548: The Science of Improving Sexual Pleasure and Intimacy | Nicole McNichols, PhD

Psychologist and sex educator Nicole McNichols joins Max to unpack how porn culture, misinformation, and disconnection are sabotaging intimacy?and how the science-backed tools in her new book You Could Be Having Better Sex: The Definitive Guide to a Happier, Healthier, and Hotter Sex Life can help you reclaim pleasure, confidence, and real connection at any age.

15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now!

Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavere

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2026-02-04
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547: How to Take Control of Your Health With Low-Cost Tools and Testing | Darshan Shah, MD

In this episode, board-certified surgeon and the founder and CEO of Next Health, Dr. Darshan Shah explains why modern healthcare is built for emergencies, not prevention, and how becoming the CEO of your own biology using simple biomarkers and the right mindset can help you stay healthier for decades.

PLEASE NOTE: This episode was taped prior to Jan. 30.

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2026-02-02
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546: Why Muscle Is the Real Organ of Longevity (Do This To Age Better!) | Gabrielle Lyon, DO

Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, author of The Forever Strong Playbook, explains why muscle?not body fat?is the real driver of metabolism, aging, and long-term health, and how most people are getting protein and carbs completely wrong.

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2026-01-28
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545: America?s Top Divorce Lawyer on the Real Reason Couples Fall Apart | James Sexton

America?s top divorce lawyer James Sexton joins Max to unpack the hard-won wisdom behind his bestselling book How to Stay in Love, and why the smallest moments of disconnection are often what undo relationships.

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2026-01-26
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544: The #1 Science-Backed Confidence Hack Nobody Teaches | Shadé Zahrai, PhD

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.

2026-01-21
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543: The New Rules of Men?s Health, Aging, and Performance | Josh Duhamel

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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JustThrive makes high quality probiotics with mental health in mind. Get 20% your first 90 day bottle when you go to ?https://justthrivehealth.com/GENIUS and use code GENIUSLIFE at checkout!

2026-01-19
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542: The Science of Navigating Change, Grief, and Uncertainty | Maya Shankar, PhD

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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2026-01-14
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541: Can a Pill Help You Live Longer? The Science Behind NAD and Longevity | Robert Fried

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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2026-01-12
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540: What Keeps Chronic Inflammation Turned On, and How to Turn It Off | Josh Redd, NMD

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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2026-01-07
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539: The One Gut Mistake Fueling Inflammation and Wrecking Your Digestion | Will Bulsiewicz, MD

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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2026-01-05
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538: Ultra-Processed Foods, Inflammation and the Hidden Risk to Your Brain | Max Lugavere and Tim Gray

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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2025-12-31
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537: How to Reset Your Nervous System, Heal Chronic Inflammation, and Tame Autoimmunity | Kevin Tracey, MD

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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2025-12-29
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536: The One Mental Shift to Make Pressure, Criticism, and Stress Easier in 2026 | Michael Gervais, PhD

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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Upgrade your workspace with the new UPLIFT V3 Standing Desk ? built to keep you moving, focused, and pain-free while you work. Get four free accessories and an exclusive discount at upliftdesk.com/GENIUS with code GENIUS.


2025-12-24
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AMA 3: Fasting for Fat Loss, Optimal Protein Intake for Health and Muscle, Creatine With Coffee, and More

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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BUBS Naturals makes my favorite collagen, pure and unflavored, perfect for mixing into any drink, soup, or even recipes! Your hair, skin, and nails will thank you. Visit BUBSNaturals.com and use code GENIUS for 20% off.

Pique makes quadruple toxin-screened, cold extracted, and uber-delicious matcha for an all-day energy boost without the jitters! Head to http://piquelife.com/genius for up to 15% off.


2025-12-22
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535: The Surprising Link Between Foot Health, Longevity, and Brain Health | Courtney Conley, DC

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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Momentous holds its products to rigorous quality and purity standards set by the NFL and NBA. I use their creatine and protein regularly. Head to livemomentous.com/genius or use code GENIUS for 35% off your first subscription.

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2025-12-17
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534: How Women Can Age With More Energy, Clarity, and Confidence | Mindy Pelz, DC

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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2025-12-15
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533: How to Ease Inflammation and Support Your Brain, Heart, and Joints Naturally | Dave Watumull

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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AX3 Life produces highly bioavailable astaxanthin, dubbed the king of carotenoids and a ?longevity vitamin.? Visit http://ax3.life and use code MAX for 20% off.

AG1 is my favorite multivitamin now in delicious new flavors! Enjoy a free 1 year supply of vitamin D and 5 free AG1 travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is visit drinkag1.com/GENIUS.

Kion is known for their transparent and evidence-based essential amino acid (EAA) supplements which help save you calories while providing all essential amino acids for muscle growth and more. Save 20% by going to ?getkion.com/geniuslife?.

Aura Frames make the perfect gift for loved ones! Pre-load photos for a living montage on any counter or bookshelf. Visit ?AuraFrames.com? to get $35 off Aura?s best-selling Carver Mat frames by using promo code MAX at checkout.

2025-12-10
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532: The Best Foods to Boost GLP-1 Naturally and Lose Fat, and the Hidden Triggers to Avoid | Sal di Stefano

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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JustThrive makes high quality probiotics with mental health in mind. Get 20% your first 90 day bottle when you go to ?https://justthrivehealth.com/GENIUS and use code GENIUSLIFE at checkout!


Momentous holds its products to rigorous quality and purity standards set by the NFL and NBA. I use their creatine and protein regularly. Head to livemomentous.com/genius or use code GENIUS for 35% off your first subscription.


Fatty15 provides C15:0, a naturally occurring fatty acid found in full-fat dairy that may support cellular health and longevity?get 15% off at http://fatty15.com/MAX with code MAX!

2025-12-08
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531: Is Your Pain All in Your Brain? The Shocking Truth About Chronic Pain, Mood, and Inflammation | Daniel Amen, MD

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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Aura Frames make the perfect gift for loved ones! Pre-load photos for a living montage on any counter or bookshelf. Visit AuraFrames.com to get $35 off Aura?s best-selling Carver Mat frames by using promo code MAX at checkout.

Wildgrain slow-fermented sourdough and fresh pastries go from freezer to bakery-level perfection in under 25 minutes. Yum! Get $30 off your first box and free croissants in every box at Wildgrain.com/MAX or use code MAX at checkout.


OneSkin is a skincare company for minimalists utilizing their revolutionary OS-01 peptide which can reverse signs of skin aging according to their research. Visit ?http://oneskin.co/max? and use code MAX for 15% off.

2025-12-03
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530: The Truth About Autism, Resilience, and What Kids Really Need to Thrive | Leland Vittert

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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If you?ve ever had one of those nights where your brain won?t shut off, CBDistillery?s Enhanced Deep Sleep Gummies are the low-dose THC/CBN/CBD combo I personally use to help wind down without feeling groggy. Save 25% at CBDistillery.com with code MAX.


Timeline Nutrition makes MitoPure?a purified form of urolithin A, which provides powerful mitochondrial support for increased energy and longevity. Go to http://timelinenutrition.com/genius for 10% off of your order. 

2025-12-01
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529: Are Your Symptoms Being Ignored? What Doctors Overlook and Why | Erin Nance, MD

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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2025-11-26
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528: Why You?re Bloated ? A Surgeon Debunks the Internet?s Worst Gut Health Myths | Karan Rajan, MD

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.

15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now!

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This episode is proudly sponsored by:

OneSkin is a skincare company for minimalists utilizing their revolutionary OS-01 peptide which can reverse signs of skin aging according to their research. Visit ?http://oneskin.co/max? and use code MAX for 15% off.

BUBS Naturals makes my favorite collagen, pure and unflavored, perfect for mixing into any drink, soup, or even recipes! Your hair, skin, and nails will thank you. Visit BUBSNaturals.com and use code GENIUS for 20% off.

Pique makes quadruple toxin-screened, cold extracted, and uber-delicious matcha for an all-day energy boost without the jitters! Head to http://piquelife.com/genius for 20% off sitewide for LIFE (limited-time holiday special).

2025-11-24
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