The Dan Buettner Podcast
National Geographic explorer and bestselling author Dan Buettner, known for his Blue Zones research on longevity, hosts a podcast sharing practical habits, mindsets, and wisdom for a fulfilling life at any age. The show draws from his studies of the world's longest-lived populations. Produced by Intuitive Content and distributed by Lemonada Media.
Episodes
Season Highlights
In this special reflective episode, we take a deep dive into the archives of the Dan Buettner Podcast, looking back at where we’ve been and the invaluable lessons shared by previous guests. From world-renowned researchers to the quiet wisdom of centenarians, we synthesize what we’ve learned about the journey to a long, happy life and where this exploration is taking us next.
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Lessons Learned
"Instead of a backpack, I had a microphone." After 20 years on the road studying the world's original Blue Zones, longevity researcher Dan Buettner opened the aperture to look at aging well from a completely new angle. In this milestone reflection, Buettner sits down to answer a surprise list of questions from his producer, looking back at the most impactful lessons from his first season. He candi
15 Myths & Misconceptions About Longevity
We live in an era of massive "longevity washing". From expensive supplements to trendy biohacking routines, marketing machines have made the simple path to a long life feel far more complicated than it actually is. In this episode, we cut through the social media noise to reverse-engineer longevity using rigorous data. Discover the truth about Blue Zones research, why getting to age 100 has less t
Dan Buettner’s Unfiltered Lessons from the Blue Zones
Dan Buettner, the explorer who identified the world's longevity hotspots, steps into the hot seat to pull back the curtain on decades of global research. In this candid conversation, he discusses the behind-the-scenes reality of his expeditions, from encountering illegal maggot-fermented cheese in Sardinia to surviving a freezing trek through the Costa Rican hinterlands. Dan also shares a rare loo
Two Years to Become the 'Healthiest Man Alive'
In this episode, Dan Buettner sits down with author AJ Jacobs to discuss how 30 years of radical life experiments have distilled into 10 essential tips for a longer, happier life. Jacobs, known for his immersive books like The Year of Living Biblically and Drop Dead Healthy, shares his unique perspective on why willpower is a losing game and why our environment dictates our success.
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Kara Swisher Doesn't Want to Live Forever
In this episode, legendary tech journalist Kara Swisher joins Dan Buettner to pull back the curtain on the multi-billion dollar longevity industry. Fresh off her own investigative journey into the world of elite biohacking, Swisher explains why she has traded high-tech interventions like stem cell treatments and cold plunges for the simpler, evidence-based wisdom found in the Blue Zones. Together,
The GLP-1 Masterclass with Rocio Salas-Whalen
In this episode, we sit down with world-renowned endocrinologist and national bestselling author Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen to pull back the curtain on the GLP-1 revolution. As obesity rates climb toward a projected 4 billion people by 2035, Dr. Salas-Whalen explains why these medications—originally inspired by the biology of the Gila monster—are far more than a weight-loss trend. She provides a compr
A Gen Z Perspective on Longevity with Samantha Feher
In this episode of The Dan Buettner Podcast, Dan sits down with Samantha Feher, a journalist, content creator, and host of the Caps Lock podcast, to explore the unique perspective Gen Z brings to the world of longevity and wellness. Often referred to as a modern-day Carrie Bradshaw, Samantha shares her journey from the high-pressure world of New York journalism and reality TV to becoming a dedicat
The Food Revolution with Neal Barnard
Could everything we know about carbs and chronic illness be wrong? In this eye-opening episode, Dan Buettner sits down with Dr. Neal Barnard, founding president of the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, to dismantle the biggest myths in modern nutrition.
Dr. Barnard reveals groundbreaking clinical research suggesting that Type 2 diabetes isn’t caused by rice or bread, but by a "cellul
Reverse Your Biological Age with Valter Longo
Step into the world’s leading longevity lab as Dan Buettner sits down with Dr. Valter Longo, the pioneering Director of the Longevity Institute at USC, to uncover the "best medicine" already hidden within the human body. This episode breaks down the radical science of the Fasting Mimicking Diet, a revolutionary approach that tricks your cells into a state of deep repair—shrinking and regenerating
The Tribe with the World’s Cleanest Arteries with Michael Gurven
In this episode of the Dan Buettner Podcast, Dan sits down with evolutionary anthropologist Dr. Michael Gurven to explore the secrets of the Tsimané, an indigenous population in the Bolivian Amazon with the lowest recorded rates of heart disease in the world.
While the modern world spends billions on anti-aging supplements and extreme fitness trends, Dr. Gurven’s decades of research reveal a diff
The 8 Root Causes of Disease You’ve Never Been Taught with Dr. Darshan Shah
From trauma surgeon to longevity pioneer, Dr. Darshan Shah joins Dan Buettner to reveal why modern medicine is often failing to prevent chronic disease and how you can take control of your health. Dr. Shah outlines the eight root causes of illness—ranging from metabolic dysfunction to circadian disruption—and shares the personal health crisis that led him to trade his scalpel for a mission of proa
The Biology of Belief with Kelly Noonan Gores
In this episode, Dan Buettner sits down with award-winning filmmaker and producer Kelly Noonan Gores, the creative force behind the groundbreaking documentary HEAL. While Dan’s work with the Blue Zones focuses on how environmental and social factors lead to longevity, Kelly investigates the "internal power" of the human mind—exploring how our thoughts, beliefs, and emotions fundamentally dictate o
The 150-Year Life Expectancy is a Lie with S. Jay Olshansky
In this episode of The Dan Buettner Podcast, world-renowned demographer Dr. Jay Olshansky joins Dan to debunk the viral myths surrounding human longevity. While social media often promises a future where we live to 150, Dr. Olshansky reveals the hard biological truths and explains why we are hitting a "glass ceiling" of life expectancy. He breaks down the concept of "manufactured time," the realit
Nature's Anti-Aging Secrets with Dr. Steve Austad
Is the secret to a longer life already hidden in the animal kingdom? In this episode, Dan Buettner sits down with world-renowned biologist Dr. Steven Austad to explore how nature has already solved the mysteries of aging. Dr. Austad explains his "nature is smarter" philosophy, detailing how 500-year-old clams and tiny bats that outlive their peers can help us understand our own biological clocks.
How to Reverse Heart Disease and Live to 100 with Rip Esselstyn
In this episode of the Dan Buettner Podcast, Dan is joined by world-record swimmer and health advocate Rip Esselstyn to discuss the life-saving power of a "PlantStrong" lifestyle. They explore the legendary research of Rip’s father, Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn, whose work at the Cleveland Clinic proved that heart disease—the leading cause of death—can be halted and even reversed through a whole-food, p
The High-Functioning Trap: When Success Still Isn't Enough with Dr. Judith Joseph
Are you "over-functioning" but feeling empty inside? In this episode, Dan Buettner sits down with board-certified psychiatrist and researcher Dr. Judith Joseph to pull back the curtain on a silent epidemic sweeping through our high-achieving society: High-Functioning Depression.
Dr. Joseph, founder of the Manhattan Mind Health and Wellness Center, shares her pioneering research as the first to pu
The Gut Health Crisis: Why Americans Are Falling Behind with Dr. Tim Spector
Is your gut microbiome the most important organ you're ignoring? In this episode of The Dan Buettner Podcast, world-renowned geneticist and epidemiologist Dr. Tim Spector reveals groundbreaking research on why the microbes in your gut are the ultimate indicator of your health and resilience.
Drawing from a massive study of 300,000 samples recently published in Nature, Dr. Spector explains a start
New Year Refresh: AI and the Future of Healthcare with Dr. David Agus
What if your goal for 2026 wasn't just to feel better, but to live 10 to 15 years longer? According to Dr. David Agus, one of the world’s leading medical visionaries, we are currently at a tipping point where rapid advancements in AI and medicine can radically extend your lifespan in just a few short years. In this special "Future-Proof" edition of our New Year’s Refresh, the Ellison Medical Insti
Why Menopause is "Hot" Right Now with Dr. Jessica Shepherd
In this episode of the Dan Buettner Podcast, Dan sits down with board-certified OB-GYN and celebrity health expert Dr. Jessica Shepherd to uncover the surprising intersection between menopause and longevity. While we often associate menopause with hot flashes, the reality is far more complex—affecting everything from your brain health and sleep to your hair and life expectancy.
Dr. Shepherd expla
New Year Refresh: The Truth About Being Happy with Sonja Lyubomirsky
Every January, we chase the "New Year, New Me" dream—new house, new job, new body—only to find ourselves back at the same level of satisfaction by February. Why? In this essential New Year’s Refresh episode, we sit down with Dr. Sonja Lyubomirsky, the world-renowned "Doctor of Happiness." She explains the "Hedonic Treadmill"—the scientific reason why chasing life circumstances often leaves us disa
Goldie Hawn's Science-Backed Secrets to Living a Happier Life
In this episode of the Dan Buettner Podcast, legendary actress and "happiness expert" Goldie Hawn joins Dan to discuss the real science behind her joyful nature and the surprising struggles she faced early in her career. Despite her public image as a beacon of light, Goldie reveals her personal battle with severe anxiety and panic attacks that began at age 22, just as she was becoming a household
New Year Refresh: Hack Your Brain for a Longer Life with Dr. Daniel Amen
When we think of a New Year "reset," we usually focus on the waistline—but what about the organ that runs the entire show? In this powerhouse episode of our New Year’s Refresh series, Blue Zones founder Dan Buettner joins world-renowned psychiatrist Dr. Daniel Amen to explore the ultimate resolution: optimizing your brain. If you’re feeling the "brain fog" of the past year or looking to sharpen yo
Blue Zones vs. Biohacking: Two Opposite Paths to Longevity with Dave Asprey
Is 100 years old "too young" to die? In this historic episode, Dan Buettner (founder of Blue Zones) sits down with Dave Asprey (the "Father of Biohacking") to debate the future of human longevity. While they represent opposite ends of the spectrum—one focusing on beans and community, the other on stem cells and gene therapy—they find surprising middle ground on how to "hack" your environment for a
New Year Refresh: Love and Longevity with Jillian Turecki
Forget the restrictive diets and grueling gym schedules—what if the most effective way to "refresh" your life this year is through the heart? In this special New Year’s Re-drop, relationship expert Jillian Turecki challenges the traditional wellness narrative. She reveals why our social and romantic connections are the true foundation of longevity and mental clarity. Whether you are navigating the
Andrew Zimmern on Addiction, Recovery, and the "Cheat Code" for Life
In this episode of the Dan Buettner Podcast, culinary icon Andrew Zimmern reveals why the "cheat code" for a longer, happier life starts in the kitchen. Moving far beyond his Bizarre Foods persona, Andrew joins Dan to discuss how simple shifts in how we cook and eat can add up to 11 years to your life expectancy. The conversation blends expert culinary hacks with a powerful look at sustainable eat
Revisiting: Practical Mindfulness Tools with Case Kenny
While we take a break for the holidays, we wanted to revisit this powerful episode with author and motivational speaker Case Kenny to challenge the biggest myths about purpose and happiness. Case unpacks his philosophy on why loneliness is a choice and provides a roadmap for creating authentic human connection. He shares a surprising truth about how we talk to ourselves, how to get unstuck from a
Begin 2026 with More Joy (Happier with Gretchen Rubin)
If you’re heading into the new year wanting to feel a little more grounded, joyful, and happier in your everyday life, you have to check out Happier with Gretchen Rubin. Gretchen is a happiness expert, and alongside her sister Liz Craft, she shares science-backed habits and simple, practical shifts that actually stick.
In this episode, they dive into why choosing a one-word theme for the year can
Maria Shriver on Aging, Purpose, and Why Life Can Begin at Any Age
Join us for a deeply candid and powerful conversation with journalist, author, and activist Maria Shriver. Maria opens up like never before, discussing the complexities of growing up in the Kennedy dynasty and how the family value of "service" outweighed "privilege." She reveals the difficult, highly competitive dynamic she shared with her own mother, calling it the "most complicated relationship"
"I Quit Hollywood" with Adrian Grenier
He played Vincent Chase, the quintessential cool Los Angeles heartthrob who had it all. But behind the fame, money, and women, Entourage star Adrian Grenier was chasing an "empty pursuit" that left him feeling "never loved enough". In this shocking and vulnerable interview, Adrian opens up about the "cosmic bitch slap" that made him leave the pinnacle of Hollywood and trade dopamine hits for a dee
The Hidden Toxins Killing Your Energy — Darin Olien’s Home Detox Playbook
Blue Zones founder Dan Buettner sits down with explorer, New York Times Bestselling author, and wellness expert Darin Olien (creator of the Emmy Award-winning Netflix docu-series Down to Earth with Zac Efron) for a powerful conversation that goes beyond diet and exercise. While Dan focuses on shaping your environment for healthy behavior, Darin dives into the invisible threat: the hidden toxins in
The Happiness Lab: Eat Like the People Who Live Happily to 100
Dan recently joined Dr. Laurie Santos, Professor of Psychology and Head of Silliman College at Yale University, for an episode of her podcast, The Happiness Lab. On The Happiness Lab, Dr. Santos shares the latest scientific research and surprising and inspiring stories that will change the way you think about happiness and what it means to be truly happy. In this episode, Dan shares how to eat lik
I Went Around the World to Find Longevity… Then Realized My Parents Had It All Along
The world's leading expert on longevity, Dan Buettner, brings the Blue Zones concept home to his own family, interviewing his parents, Roger (90) and Dolly (87)—the original Blue Zone All-Stars—who share the counterintuitive secrets to a 66-year happy marriage and a 10/10 life satisfaction score. In this highly personal and wisdom-packed episode, Dolly and Roger reveal the foundational relationshi
The ONE Longevity Secret Primal and Blue Zones AGREE On with Mark Sisson
He was a world-class athlete, trained harder than anyone, and followed the standard "healthy" high-carb diet... but by his mid-20s, Mark Sisson was secretly fighting arthritis, chronic digestive issues, and skin problems. What if the training and diet you believe is giving you a long life is actually making you sick? In this rare, candid discussion, the founder of Primal Kitchen, Mark Sisson, and
The End of Aging? with Peter Diamandis
Dive deep with visionary futurist and entrepreneur Peter Diamandis on his aggressive approach to longevity and age reversal. In this must-listen episode, the founder of the XPrize and leader in the biohacking movement reveals the cutting-edge science and extreme personal routine that has him spending over $100,000 per year to extend his healthspan.Peter makes a bold prediction: AI will double your
Finding Midlife Purpose with Chip Conley
"Stop calling it a "midlife crisis"!Join us with bestselling author and Modern Elder Academy founder, Chip Conley, as he completely reframes the second half of life. Chip explains why the term ""midlife crisis"" is an ancient concept that holds us back and reveals the three essential ingredients for transforming anxiety into purpose. Discover how to cultivate curiosity, leverage your experience, a
Laird Hamilton & Gabby Reece Share How to Radiate Teenage Energy in Your 50s
In this candid conversation, Dan sits down with surfing legend Laird Hamilton and professional volleyball icon Gabby Reece. They reveal the secrets to their extraordinary energy, their enduring relationship, and their contrarian philosophy on how to live long and well.Laird and Gabby pull back the curtain on how they maintain the energy of two teenagers in their 50s. You'll learn the truth behind
Cory Richards Reveals How Pain Shapes Purpose
Cory Richards, one of the world's greatest adventure photographers, sits down with Dan Buettner to share a powerful story of turning pain into beauty. In this raw and vulnerable conversation, Cory reveals how his personal struggles with mental health, including depression and bipolar disorder, led to some of his most profound art and a deeply empathetic approach to life.This episode explores the t
The Truth About Being Happy with Sonja Lyubomirsky
Dr. Sonja Lyubomirsky, the world-renowned "Doctor of Happiness" from UC Riverside, breaks down the myths and science behind what truly makes us happy. Discover why the "hedonic treadmill"—the cycle of constantly chasing new life circumstances like a new job, marriage, or house—is designed to leave you disappointed due to Hedonic Adaptation. Dr. Lyubomirsky reveals the surprising role of your genet
The Documentary of Life with Matthew McConaughey
Go beyond the "alright, alright, alright" with Academy Award winner Matthew McConaughey as he dives deep into his philosophy, career, and new book, Poems and Prayers. The star of Dallas Buyers Club shares his approach to living "the documentary of life" and avoiding the "proverbial hangover on the Monday morning of our life." In this revealing episode, McConaughey opens up about his belief that "l
A New Approach to Health with Jeffrey Katzenberg and Chris Wharton
In this episode, Dan sits down with Hollywood titan Jeffrey Katzenberg and health visionary Chris Wharton to uncover the secrets to a longer, healthier, and more vibrant life. You'll discover how a media mogul who built empires at Disney and DreamWorks is now using his unique skills to tackle the biggest challenge of our time: human longevity.Katzenberg and Wharton pull back the curtain on WndrHLT
Practical Mindfulness Tools with Case Kenny
In this powerful episode, Dan sits down with author and motivational speaker Case Kenny to challenge the biggest myths about purpose and happiness. Case unpacks his philosophy on why loneliness is a choice and provides a roadmap for creating authentic human connection. He shares a surprising truth about how we talk to ourselves, how to get unstuck from a rut, and his step-by-step process for turni
Stop Being Awkward with Vanessa Van Edwards
In a fascinating conversation, Dan Buettner explores the surprising link between your social life and your longevity. He's joined by Vanessa Van Edwards, who teaches us how to move past awkward small talk and have conversations that actually "juice" dopamine. Vanessa also reveals the key to finding your people and why you should get out of your house and go on a "quest" to make friends. This episo
Hack Your Brain for a Longer Life
What if the secret to a long, healthy life isn't just about your body, but your brain? In this episode, Dan Buettner sits down with renowned psychiatrist Dr. Daniel Amen to discuss how you can change your brain for the better. Dr. Amen reveals the most common mistakes people make that damage their brain and the simple, daily habits—from diet to exercise—that can help prevent dementia and cognitive
Love and Longevity with Jillian Turecki
What if the key to a longer, happier life isn't diet or exercise, but love? In this deep-dive conversation, Jillian Turecki reveals how our relationships are directly tied to our well-being and health. From navigating heartbreak to the power of a "conscious woman" community, she shares actionable advice for healing, growing, and building a foundation for a life filled with connection and purpose.
Friendship and Purpose with Laura Dern
Academy Awards, Blue Zones, and Living a Life of Purpose. Can winning an Academy Award add years to your life? Dan Buettner and Laura Dern dive into a surprising study that suggests it can. Laura shares her unique perspective on success, stress, and the difference between an award and a true accomplishment. She opens up about growing up in a famous family and the lessons her parents, Bruce Dern an
AI and the Future of Healthcare with Dr. David Agus
What if you could add 10 to 15 years to your life in just 2-3 years? According to Dr. David Agus, it's possible with the rapid advancements in AI and medical science. Dr. Agus, who runs the Ellison Medical Institute, joins us to share his expertise on a wide range of topics, from choosing the right doctor to the surprising lessons he's learned from performing autopsies on his patients. We dive int
The Dan Buettner Podcast Official Trailer
In his groundbreaking Blue Zones research, National Geographic explorer and bestselling author Dan Buettner uncovered the secrets to longevity and happiness from the world’s longest-lived populations. In his new podcast THE DAN BUETTNER PODCAST, Dan shares the practical habits, mindsets, and wisdom that set the stage for a thrilling, fulfilling life at any age. Premieres August 21, 2025 with new e
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