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GLP-1s Gave Me the Ick: A Personal Metabolic Experiment Jul 25, 2026 1118 Ten pounds in two weeks. No hunger. No craving for coffee or alcohol. This is Jeff’s personal, week-by-week account of starting tirzepatide (sold as Zepbound), tracked through blood sugar, cholesterol markers, and a noticeable dimming of everyday motivation and joy. What changed in the first two weeks: appetite, weight, and energy Tracking glucose, LDL, ApoB, and other metabolic markers wi

Brain Defenders: Reversing Alzheimer’s Risk with Dr. David Perlmutter Jul 23, 2026 5339 Alzheimer's isn't just a diagnosis that shows up in old age. It's a slow metabolic unraveling that can start decades before the first symptom. In this episode, Jeff sits down with Dr. David Perlmutter, a board-certified neurologist and author of the new book Brain Defenders (out August 18), to unpack what's really driving Alzheimer's and other neurodegenerative diseases. They get into the brain's

A Bedtime Fairy Tale: How I Met Your Mother, Twenty-Five Years Later (Dispatch 6) Jul 21, 2026 2722 On his 25th wedding anniversary, Jeff tucks his daughter Micah into bed and tells her a fairy tale — except this one is true. It's the story of how he met her mother. In this episode, that story unfolds: a freshman art history class in 1988, a late entrance, a grapefruit, and instant infatuation. Jeff traces 25 years of courtship, marriage, and three daughters through fable, wit, and unvarnished

Trauma Is the Wound, Not the Event: Dr. Gabor Maté Jul 16, 2026 2823 Trauma isn't what happened to you, it's the wound it left behind. In this episode, Jeff revisits his conversation with Dr. Gabor Maté, physician and author, exploring why the effects of trauma can outlast the event itself, and why chronic illness is so often the body asking us to pay attention. Why "normal" isn't the same as healthy The difference between a traumatic event and the trauma it

Being There: Fathering Daughters Into Adolescence (Dispatch 5) Jul 14, 2026 2417 To his three daughters, Jeff is just "there" — a treasured family heirloom, the silver platter that lives on the shelf and rarely gets used. In this episode, Jeff surfaces from five delirious days of stomach flu, his girls recording TikTok dances around his sickbed, and uses the quiet to trace the unglamorous work of fathering: dawn walks through Williamsburg with a baby zipped against his chest,

Is This Right for Me? Nicotine for Focus and the Zyn Boom Jul 9, 2026 2583 Andrew Huberman has talked about it. Joe Rogan uses it. Nicotine for focus has become one of the loudest trends in optimization culture, marketed as a clean stimulant for your prefrontal cortex. In this episode, the "Is This Right for Me?" series separates the real pharmacology from the marketing. How nicotine acts on attention, memory, and dopamine What a major meta-analysis found, and how

My Brest Friend: The Co-Sleeping Years (Dispatch 4) Jul 7, 2026 1603 The early years of parenthood are spent almost entirely in bed — and almost never asleep. In this episode, Jeff revisits the co-sleeping years: a toddler who slept sideways, turning three bodies into a capital "H" and pushing both parents to the far edges of a California King; the strange comfort of dangling half off the mattress; and the parade of baubles that promise to ease new parenthood — ch

Comedy, Resilience, and the New Late Night with Ben Gleib Jul 2, 2026 4832 Late-night comedy isn't dying. It's being rebuilt outside the corporate system. In this episode, Jeff sits down with comedian Ben Gleib, host and creator of "Good Night with Ben Gleib," the first creator-owned late-night talk show built for YouTube, to talk about comedy, resilience, and why laughter might be the most underrated health practice there is. They get into: How staying present defu

Prada Handbag: Micah, Our Miraculous Mistake (Dispatch 3) Jun 30, 2026 2389 Two kids, you play man-to-man. Three, and suddenly you're outnumbered and forced into zone defense, not to mention a Toyota Highlander with a third row. Micah was Jeff & Schuyler’s third daughter, the one they never planned to have. This week, Jeff tells the birth story of his third daughter, born in the same Williamsburg basement as Lolli - except he doesn't remember it. Sleep deprivation wiped

Peptide Therapy: Healing, Longevity, and GLP-1s with Dr. Aleksandra Gajer Jun 25, 2026 4756 What if the goal isn't just living longer, but feeling vital the whole way through? Peptides have jumped from the fringe to the mainstream, and most of what you'll find online comes from dubiously credentialed sources. In this episode, Jeff sits down with Dr. Aleksandra Gajer, an emergency medicine physician who spent a decade in the ER before founding The Gajer Practice and moving into longevit

A Little Wave Washes Ashore: Ondine, aka Lolli (Dispatch 2) Jun 23, 2026 1695 When the contractions were two minutes apart, Jeff's phone chirped out the opening riff of Ice Ice Baby. That was the ringtone for Kara, the midwife. He picked up and she said, "Are you sitting down?" She wasn't coming. This week, Jeff tells the birth story of his second daughter, Ondine, aka Lolli — born in a Brooklyn basement that wasn't exactly Gatsby. When the model-turned-midwife got swep

AI, Cognitive Overload, and Peak Performance with Steven Kotler Jun 18, 2026 3245 We have godlike technology running on brains that haven't had an upgrade in millions of years. In this episode, Jeff sits down with Steven Kotler, peak performance expert and founder of the Flow Research Collective, to explore how exponential technology is reshaping our minds, our food systems, and the planet. Drawing on his new book with Peter Diamandis, We Are As Gods, Steven explains why so ma

Phoebe, Once Nadia: My Introduction to Fatherhood & Home Birth (Dispatch 1) Jun 16, 2026 2093 Jeff Krasno didn't expect to become a home birth convert. When his wife Schuyler handed him a pregnancy test on Christmas morning 2003, everything changed. In this episode, Jeff shares the birth story of their eldest daughter, tracing the unlikely path from a cramped Manhattan seminar with midwifery legend Ina May Gaskin to a blustery August delivery at the old family cottage in Fenwick, Connecti

Introducing Diaries of a Dance Dad: Life Lessons From the Clutter of Parenthood Jun 15, 2026 298 Parenthood can feel like a never-ending carpool. But every so often, buried somewhere in the immense haystack of putrid adolescent laundry, you step on a spiritual needle… and experience a satori. Diaries of a Dance Dad is a podcast about raising three daughters, Jeff Krasno's beloved estrogen footprint. These essays are harrowing and hilarious in equal measure. They will make you laugh. They wil

Menopause, Hormones, and Spiritual Healing with Gabby Bernstein Jun 11, 2026 2669 Gabby Bernstein, #1 New York Times bestselling author and spiritual teacher, spent years in perimenopause without ever naming it, until menopause hit at 44 and she came out the other side in what she calls a kind of resurrection. In this episode, she and Jeff trace that path: the unraveling, the hormones, the strength training, and the spiritual reckoning underneath all of it. They get specific a

Is This Right for Me? Cold Plunges: Mood, Metabolism & the Wim Hof Method, Decoded Jun 9, 2026 3243 Cold water immersion went from niche ritual to wellness status symbol in about five years. But what does putting your body in an ice bath actually accomplish? In this episode, Jeff weighs cold plunge benefits with enthusiasm and skepticism both fully switched on, from the catecholamine surge to brown fat to the Wim Hof method. The cold shock response, the dopamine surge, and why cortisol drop

The Menopause Gut: How Hormones Shape Your Microbiome with Cynthia Thurlow Jun 4, 2026 4046 What happens to your gut when estrogen declines? In this episode, Jeff sits down with Cynthia Thurlow, nurse practitioner and author of The Menopause Gut, to explore the overlooked connection between hormones and digestive health. How declining estradiol impacts the microbiome and increases inflammation What is the estrobolome and estrogen processing in the gut Why 80% of autoimmune c

Is This Right for Me? NAD+: Why the "Longevity Molecule" Story Just Got Complicated Jun 2, 2026 3090 NAD+ has become the longevity industry's favorite molecule, sold as as a supplement and as a four-hour IV that promises sharper thinking, more energy, and slower aging. But a new 2026 paper complicates the very story it was built on. In this episode, Jeff breaks down what NAD+ actually is, what the human trials really show, and why the gap between a $40 oral supplement and a $1,200 IV drip matter

Waking Up with Sam Harris: Mindfulness, Non-Duality, and the Illusion of the Self May 28, 2026 3301 How do you regulate your nervous system in a world built to hijack it? In this episode, Jeff sits down with Sam Harris, neuroscientist, author, and creator of the Waking Up meditation app, for part two of a two-part conversation. After diagnosing the political chaos in part one, they pivot to the practice of meeting it with clarity, exploring mindfulness, non-duality, and what's prior to thought.

Is This Right for Me? Liver Detoxes: Milk Thistle, Juice Cleanses, and the Real Evidence May 26, 2026 1765 Liver detoxes are a $10 billion industry. The liver is also the most regenerative organ in the body, running its own continuous cleanse without your help. In this episode of The Commune Podcast, Jeff Krasno walks through what's actually known about liver health, from juice cleanses to gallbladder flushes to the supplements lining every wellness aisle. How the liver actually metabolizes and cl

Making Sense of the Chaos with Sam Harris: Politics, Tribalism, and the Outrage Machine May 21, 2026 3043 Sam Harris has two brains. One is making sense of the political chaos. The other is waking up from it. In this episode, Jeff sits down with Sam Harris, neuroscientist, author, and host of the Making Sense podcast, for part one of a two-part conversation on surviving the modern world with your sanity intact. They unpack the outrage machine, political tribalism, and what it actually takes to stay c

Is This Right for Me? Creatine: Muscle, Brain, and Aging May 19, 2026 1690 Creatine is one of the most researched and most misunderstood compounds in the supplement aisle. In this episode, Jeff walks through what the evidence actually says about creatine for muscle, brain health, aging, and women's health, and where the legitimate cautions sit. Inside: How phosphocreatine fuels muscle and brain cells New 2024 and 2025 research on cognition and women's hormonal

Emotional Longevity: Breaking the Overwhelm Loop with Elisha Goldstein May 14, 2026 3666 Your diet, sleep, and exercise won't save you if your nervous system is chronically on fire. In this episode, Jeff talks with Elisha Goldstein — psychologist and author of Tiny Shifts — about emotional longevity: what it is, why it matters for aging, and how to start building it today. The overlooked link between emotional dysregulation and physical health The "overwhelm loop" and how to

Is This Right for Me? Should You Get a Galleri Test or a Full-Body MRI? May 12, 2026 2649 A single blood draw promises to screen for more than fifty cancers. A full-body MRI can capture you head to thigh in under an hour. But should you actually take one? In this episode, Jeff Krasno walks through the science, the marketing, and his own experience taking the Galleri test after his father's death from cancer. He compares Galleri to direct-to-consumer MRIs from Prenuvo and Ezra, and lay

Small Challenges, Big Change: Light Watkins on Transformation That Actually Sticks May 7, 2026 3988 Most transformation fails because we're aiming at the wrong thing. We want change, but what we're actually chasing is presence. In this episode, Jeff sits down with Light Watkins, meditation teacher and author, to unpack the real mechanics of personal change: why it has to start with gratitude, why seven days beats 365, and how small, specific challenges compound into a different life. They exp

Is This Right for Me? Sleep Trackers: Do Oura and Whoop Actually Help You Sleep? May 5, 2026 1880 You wake up feeling rested, check your Oura Ring, and suddenly you're tired. In this episode, Jeff Krasno examines whether sleep trackers like Oura, Whoop, and Apple Watch are genuinely improving our health or actually creating a new kind of sleep anxiety. He explores: What sleep trackers actually measure versus what they only model Orthosomnia and the rise of tracker-induced sleep anxiet

Purpose Is the Strategy: Building a Billion-Dollar Wellness Business with Radek Sali Apr 30, 2026 4441 What does it actually take to scale a mission-driven company to more than $2 billion in revenue? In this episode, Jeff sits down with Radek Sali, entrepreneur, investor, and author of How to Build a Billion Dollar Business, to trace the journey behind one of the world's most recognized wellness brands. They cover the childhood outsider experience that shaped Radek's leadership style, his father

Is This Right for Me? Melatonin: The Truth About Dose, Timing, and Sleep Apr 28, 2026 2574 Melatonin is one of the most consumed supplements in America and one of the most misunderstood. In this episode of The Commune Podcast, Jeff Krasno digs into what melatonin actually does, why most people take too much at the wrong time, and what the research says about sleep, kids, and the regulatory loophole that put a hormone on the candy shelf. In this episode: Why melatonin is a clock sig

Psychedelic Therapy, PTSD, and the Path to Healing with Lauren Taus Apr 23, 2026 4160 Most mental health treatments manage symptoms, but psychedelic therapy goes after the root cause. In this episode, Jeff sits down with Lauren Taus, psychotherapist and psychedelic integration specialist, to break down what these medicines actually are, how they work, and whether they might be right for you. The history of psychedelic research — and how Nixon's war on drugs shut it down MD

Is This Right for Me? CGMs: Blood Sugar, Stress and Metabolic Health Apr 21, 2026 1907 A $50 sensor on your arm, real-time data on your phone. The question isn't whether CGMs work. It's whether they're right for you. In this episode, Jeff takes a clear-eyed look at continuous glucose monitors. After wearing one revealed his own pre-diabetes, he spent years sorting the signal from the noise. Here's what CGMs show, what they miss, and who should actually use one. Inside the episode:

Back Pain, Disc Health, and the New Science of Spinal Care with Dr. Amir Vokshoor Apr 16, 2026 4155 Why do so many people throw out their back doing something completely ordinary, like picking up a pencil? In this episode, Jeff sits down with Dr. Amir Vokshoor, neurosurgeon and spine specialist, to map the landscape of back pain: what's actually happening in your discs, why sleep and hydration matter more than most people realize, and where modern medicine is making meaningful breakthroughs.They

Is This Right for Me? Peptides: BPC-157, Growth Hormones and the Gray Market Apr 15, 2026 2395 In March 2026, the largest gray-market peptide vendor in the U.S. went dark overnight. No refunds, and a wave of uncertainty about what these products actually are, how they’re sourced, and whether they’re worth the risk.In this episode, Jeff works through what peptides actually are, where the science holds up and where it doesn't, and what the gray-market collapse means for anyone paying attentio

Infrared Sauna, Longevity, and the Science of Light with Connie Zack Apr 9, 2026 3623 Infrared saunas have gone mainstream, but most people still don't know how they work. In this episode, Jeff talks with Connie Zack, co-founder of Sunlighten, about the science behind infrared light therapy: why it penetrates the skin differently, what it does to your mitochondria, and how consistent use supports whole-body health. We cover: The differences between far, mid, near infrared, and

Is This Right for Me? Everything You Need to Know About GLP-1s Apr 7, 2026 2672 Every week, there's a new peptide, protocol, or wellness supplement your group chat won't stop talking about. The information is everywhere. The clarity is not."Is This Right for Me?" is a new Commune Podcast series built for exactly that moment. Each episode takes one treatment, therapy, or supplement that keeps flooding your feed and does the one thing the internet rarely does: slows down, looks

Long-Term Love, Hard Training, and the Gap Between Knowing and Doing with Gabby Reece Apr 2, 2026 3820 What does it actually take to build a great life, not just talk about one? In this episode, Jeff speaks with Gabby Reece: pro volleyball legend, fitness coach, and co-founder of Laird Superfood. Together, they explore the unglamorous work behind a life well-lived.They get into: Sustaining a long-term relationship and business partnership without losing yourself Gabby's training philosophy a

My Dad's Feet: An Essay from Hospice Mar 31, 2026 788 Jeff reads an essay written during his father's final days in a Miami hospice. He explores his instinct to fix, music that cuts through the fog, and what a son's hands can say when nothing else will do.

Cravings Aren’t Weakness: The Microbiome, GLP-1, and Metabolic Health Mar 26, 2026 3587 Microbiome scientist Colleen Cutcliffe joins Jeff to discuss how gut bacteria influence metabolic health, mental health, and food cravings. They explore Akkermansia, a keystone strain that maintains gut lining integrity and stimulates natural GLP-1 production, affecting energy, blood sugar, and mood. Colleen explains what depletes beneficial bacteria and offers practical guidance on rebuilding gut

Grass-Fed Shark Returns: Collagen Vapes, Ear Lights, and Zen vs Jaden Smith Mar 24, 2026 951 Welcome back to Grass-Fed Shark, our new comedy quiz show that explores wellness trends that have jumped the shark… like a grass-fed shark. Join in and play along for: The Shark Jump: Four bizarre wellness products or services. Only 1 is fake. 1800s or 2000s: Is the medical claim from the 1800s or the 2000s. You decide. Jayden Smith or Zen Master Linji: Is the saying a tweet from Jay

Children's Health Crisis: Fixing the Broken School Food System with Nora LaTorre & Jesse Gabriel Mar 19, 2026 4160 With public schools serving as America’s largest restaurant chain, the push for school food reform has never been more urgent. In this episode, Jeff is joined by Nora LaTorre (CEO of Eat Real) and California Assembly Member Jesse Gabriel to discuss groundbreaking legislative efforts in California to ban harmful chemicals and synthetic dyes from student meals.This episode includes: How Califor

Mourning My Father: On Grief and the End of Optionality Mar 17, 2026 1272 Jeff sits down the day after his father's passing to reflect on what it means to lose 55 years of a complicated, adventurous, deeply loving relationship.

Medicine or Marketing? The Truth About HRT, GLP-1s, and Peptides with Dr. Robin Berzin Mar 12, 2026 4857 Which health protocols are actually worth your time vs. what's just trending?In this episode, Dr. Robin Berzin, founder of Parsley Health and a leading voice in functional medicine, offers a clear framework for navigating today's overwhelming wellness landscape. From GLP-1s and HRT to peptides and psychedelic therapy, they cut through the noise to answer one question: Is this right for me? Who

The MAHA Debate: Dr. Will Cole and Dr. Jessica Knurick on Public Health Mar 10, 2026 4051 In this episode of the Commune Podcast, Jeff Krasno moderates a spirited and thoughtful debate recorded live at the Eudemonia Summit in West Palm Beach.Joining him are two returning guests who approach the future of public health from very different perspectives.Dr. Will Cole is a functional medicine practitioner, bestselling author, and a prominent voice associated with the MAHA movement. Dr. Jes

Bringing Sacred Ritual Into Your Life with Mona Sharma Mar 5, 2026 4739 In this episode of The Commune Podcast, Jeff sits down with Mona Sharma, somatic healer and celebrity nutritionist to clients like Will Smith and Jay Shetty. Together, they discuss the body's innate intelligence, why food is information, and how daily rituals become the foundation of lasting change. Check out Mona's upcoming You Are the Healer Retreat, and her new Rooted Healing: Rituals of Renew

Grass-Fed Shark: Wellness Gone Weird Mar 3, 2026 1614 Welcome to Grass-Fed Shark, our new comedy quiz show that explores wellness trends that have jumped the shark … like a grass-fed shark. Join in and play along for: The Shark Jump: Four bizarre wellness products or services. Only 1 is fake. Celebrity Matchmaking: Which celebrities are endorsing which supplements? (Just the fact that this feels totally normal says something about the moment

How Big Tobacco Built the Food Industry with David Chiu Feb 26, 2026 2661 In this episode, Jeff sits down with San Francisco City Attorney, David Chiu, to discuss his first-in-the-nation lawsuit against major ultra-processed food manufacturers. Drawing parallels to Big Tobacco litigation, David explains how companies like Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, and Kraft Heinz have used addiction science and deceptive marketing – often targeting children and low-income communities – to max

Glyphosate, Soil Health, and the Fight Over Food Safety Feb 24, 2026 1947 Glyphosate, the active ingredient in Roundup and the most widely used herbicide in the US, has surged back into public debate. This episode provides the background information you need to know, including how this chemical works, what it does to soil health and the gut microbiome, and its contested link to non-Hodgkin lymphoma.Jeff also unpacks the current legal and political landscape: the Supreme

Activating Your Body's Natural Renewal System with Christian Drapeau Feb 19, 2026 3200 Regenerative medicine is shifting the paradigm from treating symptoms to actually curing the body through cellular repair. In this episode, stem cell scientist and neurophysiologist Christian Drapeau reveals how your body’s own stem cells hold the key to longevity, healing chronic pain, and reversing aging.While most people associate stem cells with controversial embryonic research or expensive in

How Music Makes Us All Feel the Same Feb 17, 2026 1500 What is music actually doing inside of us? In this solo reflection, Jeff Krasno explores the science and soul of how music shapes the human brain, regulates emotion, and connects us across distance and even across difference. Drawing from neuroscience research, Jeff explains how music can synchronize multiple brains at once, aligning nervous systems during shared emotional moments. EEG studies s

Love as a Practice: Yung Pueblo & Jillian Turecki on Relationships Feb 12, 2026 1575 Lasting love isn’t something you find; it is a skill you must practice. In this episode, Jeff Krasno speaks with two leading relationship experts, Yung Pueblo (Diego Perez) and Jillian Turecki, to explore how to build healthy relationships through emotional responsibility, conscious communication, and self-awareness. While society focuses on the romance of falling in love, very little guidance ex

Desire, Redefined [Luminescence Podcast] Feb 10, 2026 3034 So many of us feel anxious or disconnected from our bodies because we don't understand why our sexual desire fluctuates. This episode breaks down the hormonal dance that drives (and sometimes derails) your sex drive, explaining what happens to your metabolism, mood, and libido through midlife. We get crystal clear on desire vs arousal vs orgasm, why estrogen is a major driver of fantasy and crav

Your Guide To Better Sleep with Dr. Michael Breus Feb 5, 2026 3839 In this episode of The Commune Podcast, Jeff sits down with Dr. Michael Breus, clinical psychologist and board-certified sleep specialist, to explore why sleep is foundational to recovery, metabolism, and immune health. They discuss chronotypes, the real science behind melatonin, and how seasonal shifts, temperature, and breathing techniques all shape sleep quality. Dr. Breus also shares practica

Vagina Conspiracies [Luminescence Podcast] Feb 3, 2026 3530 The Luminescence Podcast, hosted by Schuyler Grant, powered by Commune. A space for science-based, culturally curious, and politically fearless conversations illuminating women’s health. Ever been turned on but dry as the Sahara? Vaginal lubrication doesn't always match desire, and in this episode, Schuyler Grant and her expert panel (Dr. Jolene Brighten, Dr. Marisa Snyder, and Rosie Acosta) e

Cultivating Strength with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Jan 29, 2026 3745 In this episode of The Commune Podcast, Jeff welcomes back Dr. Gabrielle Lyon — physician, longevity expert, and author of The Forever Strong Playbook — to explore why skeletal muscle is the most overlooked organ in health and aging. They discuss the metabolic link between muscle and brain health, how to think about protein intake at any age, and why building strength safely over time matters more

Sex Between Your Ears [Luminescence Podcast] Jan 27, 2026 3699 The Luminescence Podcast, hosted by Schuyler Grant, powered by Commune. A space for science-based, culturally curious, and politically fearless conversations illuminating women’s health. Ever wonder why your sex drive vanishes, your brain turns to mush, or you want to rage-quit your entire life for no reason? Blame your hormones, or, more specifically, how estrogen and progesterone run your br

The Absurdity of Modern Life with Reggie Watts Jan 22, 2026 6201 In this episode of The Commune Podcast, Jeff sits down with Reggie Watts — comedian, musician, and bandleader on The Late Late Show with James Corden — for a wide-ranging conversation on identity, improvisation, and the absurdity of modern life. Together, they explore what it means to live without a fixed sense of self, how curiosity becomes a path to creative freedom, and why mistakes often open

The Orgasm Gap [Luminescence Podcast] Jan 20, 2026 2850 The Luminescence Podcast, hosted by Schuyler Grant, powered by Commune. A space for science-based, culturally curious, and politically fearless conversations illuminating women’s health. The clitoral conspiracy is real. This episode explains why women orgasm way less than men in heterosexual relationships (just 65% compared to 95%) and what you can do about it. Schuyler Grant and her expert pa

The Women's Health Gap with Schuyler Grant Jan 15, 2026 2781 Jeff talks with his wife, Schuyler, about her new women's health podcast, Luminescence, and how women’s health has been shaped by cultural neglect, outdated research, and a medical system that often confuses what is common with what is healthy. Check out the Luminescence podcast at onecommune.com/luminescence-podcast This podcast is sponsored by: CBDistillery Go to CBDistillery.com and use

The Best Sex Ed You Never Had with Dr. Kelly Casperson Jan 13, 2026 994 In today's episode, we’re sharing highlights from Kelly Casperson’s Adult Sex Ed course — a science-backed, honest look at desire, anatomy, and connection in adulthood. Dr. Casperson clears up common myths, reframes sexual health through a biopsychosocial lens, and offers practical guidance for couples who feel stuck or disconnected. To go deeper, explore the full Adult Sex Ed course with Dr. Kel

Small Steps Toward Sobriety with Amanda de Cadenet Jan 8, 2026 3090 In this episode of the Commune Podcast, Jeff Krasno sits down with Amanda de Cadenet for a candid conversation about sobriety, addiction, nervous system regulation, and what it actually takes to change deeply ingrained patterns. Framed around the New Year and the cultural pull toward resolutions, the conversation explores alcohol as a socially accepted coping mechanism, its effects on sleep, meta

Pillars of Wellness with Jacob Laub Jan 1, 2026 2432 In this episode, Jeff is joined by Jacob Laub, co-founder and COO of Commune, for a practical, wide-ranging conversation about the easy and actionable wellness habits they use in daily life. Rather than big theories or rigid routines, they move through an extended lightning round of life hacks with humor, honesty, and a strong bias toward what’s realistic. Along the way, they share unconventional

The Hidden Cost of Modern Footwear with Galahad Clark Dec 30, 2025 2747 In this episode of the Commune Podcast, Jeff sits down with Galahad Clark, founder and CEO of Vivobarefoot, to explore how modern life has quietly reshaped the human body. Galahad shares how contemporary footwear design and our growing physical disconnection from natural environments have altered the way we walk, stand, and move through the world — often at the expense of long-term health. Drawin

The Inner Path of Transformation with Marianne Williamson Dec 25, 2025 2430 In this episode of the Commune Podcast, Jeff sits down with Marianne Williamson for a wide-ranging conversation on Jesus, not as a figure of dogma or doctrine, but as a guide to inner transformation. Marianne reframes the story of Jesus as a psychological and spiritual map of human awakening. From the birth, crucifixion, and resurrection as inner archetypes, to the idea of Christ consciousness as

Sleep Essentials: Sleep Across Species Dec 23, 2025 2097 In this episode of Sleep Essentials, we step beyond the human bedroom and into the animal kingdom to explore how different species rest, dream, and survive. From insects that pause in rhythmic waves to birds that nap mid-flight, dolphins that sleep with half their brain awake, and octopuses that dream in color, sleep reveals itself as a biological negotiation between vulnerability and protection.

How Our Food System Has Failed Us with Camilla Fayed & Aurora Solá Dec 18, 2025 3261 In this episode of the Commune Podcast, Jeff sits down with Aurora Solá, author of Manifesto on the Future of Food, and Camilla Fayed, founder of Farmacy, a plant-forward restaurant and regenerative food project built around organic, biodynamic sourcing and the belief that “food is medicine.” Together, they explore how our food system became disconnected from soil, ecology, and human health, and w

Sleep Essentials: How to Create the Perfect Sleep Environment Dec 16, 2025 2334 In this episode of the Commune Podcast, Jeff explores how to transform your bedroom into a true sleep sanctuary — a space that signals safety, softness, and rest. Drawing on both ancient traditions and modern sleep science, he explains how light, temperature, scent, sound, and even clutter shape the nervous system and influence how deeply we sleep. Long before sleep trackers and wearables, people

Your Winter Immunity Playbook with Dr. Jeffrey Bland, Dr. William Li, and Dr. Roger Seheult Dec 11, 2025 2619 As winter sets in, our immune systems are under new kinds of stress. In this special mashup, Jeff revisits three powerful conversations that explain how the immune system actually works — and how to support it through food, sunlight, sleep, and daily habits. Dr. Jeffrey Bland explores the immune system as a dynamic, adaptive network that’s constantly learning from how we live. Dr. William Li rev

Sleep Essentials: How Sleep Cycles Shape Your Mind and Body Dec 9, 2025 2145 In this episode of the Commune Podcast, Jeff explores the architecture of sleep — the repeating nightly cycles that carry us from light sleep into deep restoration and vivid REM dreaming. He breaks down N1, N2, and N3 sleep, explains why deep sleep is essential for physical repair and immune function, and describes how REM helps us process emotion, creativity, and memory. Along the way, Jeff hig

MAHA vs. Anti-MAHA: Why Nuance Matters in Public Health Dec 4, 2025 1312 In this episode of the Commune Podcast, Jeff unpacks a recent panel he moderated at the Eudemonia Summit featuring Dr. Will Cole and Dr. Jessica Knurick — two smart, thoughtful voices who deeply disagree about the MAHA movement and the future of public health. Jeff reflects on why nuanced conversations are so difficult in an online environment engineered for polarization, and why real understandi

How to Super-Age: The Science of Longevity with Dr. William Li Dec 2, 2025 3523 In this episode of The Commune Podcast, Jeff sits down with physician, researcher, and bestselling author Dr. William Li to explore the science of super aging — why some people stay sharper, stronger, and healthier far longer than expected. Dr. Li breaks down the newest research on longevity, metabolism, immune resilience, and the microbiome, showing how everyday foods and lifestyle choices can i

The Power of Gratitude with Louie Schwartzberg Nov 27, 2025 2763 In this episode of the Commune Podcast, Jeff sits down with filmmaker Louie Schwartzberg — the visionary behind Fantastic Fungi, Wings of Life, and Gratitude Revealed — to explore gratitude as a pathway to presence. Louie has spent decades revealing the hidden beauty of the natural world, inviting us to slow down, pay attention, and reconnect with wonder in our daily lives. Together, Jeff and Lou

Sleep Essentials: Why Good Sleep Is Non-Negotiable Nov 25, 2025 1458 In this episode of the Commune Podcast, Jeff kicks off a new series on sleep — exploring why rest is one of the most powerful levers for improving our health. One in four adults isn’t getting seven hours a night, and the consequences are immediate: insulin resistance, weakened immunity, emotional volatility, and chronic fatigue. Drawing from his new Sleep Essentials course, Jeff breaks down what’

What Darkness Reveals About Trauma & Healing with Kelly Noonan Gores Nov 20, 2025 3137 In this episode of the Commune Podcast, Jeff sits down with filmmaker and HEAL author Kelly Gores for a live Substack conversation about her recent darkness retreat — an experience that challenged her emotionally, physically, and spiritually. Kelly shares what happens when external stimulation disappears and the mind is forced to slow down: the fear that arises, the memories that surface, and the

The Simple Habits That Reversed My Pre-Diabetes Nov 18, 2025 1166 In this episode of The Commune Podcast, Jeff Krasno shares his personal story of discovering he was pre-diabetic, and the science-backed lifestyle changes that helped him reverse it. He explains what causes insulin resistance, why so many people are unaware their blood sugar is creeping upward, and how early action can prevent full-blown diabetes. Jeff also shares some simple, practical steps you

The Science of Metabolic Health with Dr. Ben Bikman Nov 13, 2025 4544 In this episode of The Commune Podcast, Jeff Krasno sits down with metabolic scientist Dr. Ben Bikman to explore how insulin — one of the body’s most important hormones — influences nearly every aspect of our health. From weight gain and fatigue to inflammation and chronic disease, insulin resistance lies at the root of many modern ailments. Together they break down the science of metabolism in c

How Light Heals: The Forgotten Medicine of the Sun Nov 11, 2025 2856 In this episode of The Commune Podcast, Jeff Krasno explores how our relationship with light — both natural and artificial — shapes every system in the body. From sleep and mood to metabolism and longevity, light governs our circadian rhythm and hormonal balance in profound ways. Jeff breaks down the science of blue light, infrared radiation, and vitamin D synthesis, revealing how morning sunli

The New Science of Women's Health with Tamsen Fadal & Dr. Amy Killen Nov 6, 2025 1563 In this episode of The Commune Podcast, we revisit and combine two powerful conversations on women’s hormonal health — featuring Dr. Amy Killen and Tamsen Fadal. Together, they unpack one of the biggest medical misunderstandings of the modern era: how misinformation about menopause and hormone therapy has left millions of women suffering in silence. Amy and Tamsen explore what really happened aft

Stoicism Part Four: The Four Virtues of a Good Life Nov 4, 2025 1214 In the fourth and final episode of the Stoicism series, Jeff Krasno explores the four core virtues at the heart of Stoic philosophy — wisdom, courage, justice, and moderation — and how they can help you live with clarity, balance, and purpose in a chaotic world. Drawing from stoic thinkers like Marcus Aurelius and Epictetus, Jeff shares how moderation keeps us balanced, courage helps us act des

Metabolism Is Power with Dr. Casey Means Oct 30, 2025 2304 This talk was recorded on stage at Luminescence in February 2025, just three months before Dr. Casey Means' nomination to be U.S. surgeon general. Her message has ignited both praise and controversy: that the best way to address our nation’s health crisis isn’t with more pills or procedures, but by understanding the root cause of disease — our broken metabolism. This podcast is supported by: Bon

Who Was Dr. Casey Means Before Politics? Oct 28, 2025 5670 On October 30, Dr. Casey Means will appear before the Senate for confirmation as the next U.S. Surgeon General. Three years ago, we worked closely with Casey to record a full-length course and several podcast episodes for Commune. Today’s interview from 2022 offers insight into Casey’s fundamental beliefs about health — before politics got involved.

The Mindful Art of Collaboration with Eric Krasno Oct 23, 2025 2966 In this episode of the Commune podcast, Jeff Krasno sits down with his brother — Grammy-winning musician, producer, and guitarist Eric Krasno —for an intimate conversation about creativity, flow, and the search for inner peace. From his years performing with Soulive and Lettuce to producing for Norah Jones and Dave Matthews, Eric reflects on how his relationship with music has evolved — from chasi

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