AGEIST
The AGEIST podcast is where we rewrite life after 50. Hosted by David Stewart, founder of AGEIST and Super Age, we talk with extraordinary people—scientists, creatives, and thinkers—about living vibrantly in your 50s, 60s, 70s and beyond. From longevity science to emotional well-being, fitness to purpose, we explore the tools and mindsets that help us stay curious, energized, and deeply engaged with life. This isn’t about aging gracefully—it’s about living boldly.
Episodes
Caroline Alan: The Longevity Role of Minerals
Caroline Alan spent years hearing from practitioners that her exhaustion, insomnia, and inflammation were simply part of getting older, until a cup of dark liquid from her future business partner led her to ask whether aging and depletion might be the same thing. In this conversation, the co-founder and CEO of BEAM Minerals and author of The Mineral Reset explains why she believes generations of f
Dr. Jeffrey Bland: An Ancient Grain He Found By Accident
Dr. Jeffrey Bland, 80, draws a sharp line between being elderly and being an elder: one has lost function and become dependent, the other stays wise, capable, and still contributing to the people around them. In this conversation, Dr. Bland explains why he's built his current company, Big Bold Health, around the immune system, since it's the one system embedded in every tissue in the bod
Paul Coletta on Why You're Only As Healthy as Your Oldest Organ
Paul Coletta isn’t a doctor or a scientist, which he says is exactly why he can explain proteomics in three sentences, not a confusing research paper. In this conversation, the founder of Vero Bioscience walks through what a single vial of blood can reveal about the biological age of eleven different organs. He discusses technology built in Stanford neuroscientist Tony Wyss-Coray’s lab and just sp
James Park on Building for the Caregiver Nobody Sees
Nearly two decades after co-founding Fitbit and putting personal health tracking on people's wrists, James Park has turned his attention to a harder problem: the invisible mental load carried by roughly one in four American adults now caring for an aging family member. In this conversation, he explains how Luffu, his new AI-powered platform, turns scattered observations, a doctor's note,
Dr. Stacy Sims Is Leading a Team at the Super Age Games
We're revisiting a fan favorite this week: our September 2024 conversation with Dr. Stacy Sims, the exercise physiologist behind one of the most useful ideas in women's fitness: women are not small men, and their training shouldn't be built as if they were. We're getting excited because Dr. Sims is preparing to join us at the Super Age Games this November, and can’t wait to cel
Dr. Elizabeth Yurth on Replacing What the Body Stops Making
After twenty five years as a traditional orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Elizabeth Yurth walked away from a specialty she says patches the body instead of heals it. This was a shift that eventually led her to found the Boulder Longevity Institute. In this conversation, she explains why a common knee surgery called arthroscopic debridement has been abandoned in most countries, and why cheap, decades-old la
Denise Kirtley: Stop Chasing Your Thirties
We're bringing back our May 2025 conversation with Denise Kirtley, the founder of Rebellion Body. As we look back on this message, Kirtley is preparing to head to the Super Age Games with the event's largest team yet, more than 50 women strong. Kirtley built her coaching business on the idea that midlife is not a decline to manage, but a version of life women get to design on purpose. In
Why Coffee is Your Superfood
Before Andrew Salisbury became captivated by the biochemistry of coffee, he set a Guinness World Record jumping out of a helicopter tethered to a bungee cord over Cancun, part of a career that has swung between call center software, extreme sports, and now one of the country's fastest-growing coffee companies. In this conversation, the founder of Purity Coffee explains why much of the coffee
Kim Alexis: Fighting The Urge To Explain Yourself
Kim Alexis, 80s supermodel turned integrative health practitioner and host of the podcast Unexpired, talks about the mindset shift that let her build a real estate career, a fitness certification, and a health practice, all after turning 64. She explains why she has chosen against surgery, how she manages her arthritis, and why she makes conscious health decisions in her weekly routine. Alexis als
Dr. Kelly Stankiewicz: Lasers, Microneedles, and Age Specific Skincare
We're revisiting a favorite conversation this week: our September 2023 sit-down with Dr. Kelly Stankiewicz, one of our go-to dermatologists. Dr. Kelly specializes in laser skin treatments that combat the effects of aging and can even create a youthful glow, if that's your jam. We also break down the four core pillars of a sound skincare routine: cleanse, exfoliate, nourish, and protect.
Amy Odell: Why Gwyneth Paltrow Believes Her Own Hype
Amy Odell, the journalist behind the biographies Anna, and the newly released Gwyneth, joins the show to trace how a $6.8 trillion wellness industry has learned to monetize our fear of aging. She explains why Gwyneth Paltrow's most outrageous claims may not be cynical marketing at all, connecting research on conspiracy belief and narcissistic traits to how someone builds and defends a brand.L
Dr. Michael Roizen: Can 90 Feel Like 40?
Longer life is changing what people over 50 expect from medicine, themselves, and the decades ahead. In this encore episode, Dr. Michael Roizen argues that aging is increasingly shaped by informed choices, while the current culture surrounding longevity struggles to separate useful evidence from expensive fads.Roizen examines the science behind epigenetic switches, protein cycling, metformin, stem
Keep It Moving with Jill Brand
Longevity has become a status symbol, marketing term, and in some spaces, a kind of show. Jill Brand joins The AGEIST Podcast to talk about what gets lost when better living becomes another performance, and why movement remains one of the interventions that actually changes daily life.As Head of Branding, Content, and Creative at Pvolve, Brand challenges us to think on muscle, mobility and stabili
Alisa Lask: The Exosome Era of Skincare
Episode 293 asks: what happens when beauty culture moves from correction toward regeneration, and why should we be more demanding about the evidence behind products that promise younger-looking skin? Alisa Lask, CEO of Rion Aesthetics and ( plated )™ Skin Science, explains exosomes as the body’s cellular messaging system, with platelet-derived signals that may support renewal, barrier function, a
Sheri Radel Rosenberg: A Midlife Trap Exposed
Is it possible that "midlife reinvention" is another way of telling people over 50 that they are failing? In this episode, AGEIST culture writer Sheri Radel Rosenberg joins David Stewart for a clear-eyed conversation about the pressure to find a new identity and turn aging into a public performance. Together they examine the difference between evolution and escape, from Instagram’s endle
Dr. William Li: Food, Fear, and Control
In this re-aired favorite conversation, Dr. William Li makes the case for a more reasonable way to think about health, one that gives people agency without trapping them in food fear, rigid rules, or social media panic. He reframes some of the biggest anxieties around aging, including cancer, inflammation, glucose, vascular health, and protein, with a physician-scientist’s insistence on context. T
Stephanie Fairyington: When the World Stops Looking
What happens when aging and sexuality change not only how we look, but how much of the world looks at us? In this episode, writer Stephanie Fairyington joins David Stewart for a sharp conversation about beauty, the idea of “ugliness”, gender, queer identity, and the strange relief that can come when midlife loosens the grip of outside judgment.Fairyington, author of Ugly: A Letter to My Daughter,
Adam Smith: Why We Feel So Fragmented
Adam Smith, MA, Senior Spiritual Wellness Provider at Canyon Ranch Tucson, brings clinical spiritual care training, pastoral care education, and years of experience supporting people through trauma, hospice, loss, and life transitions to the table. In this conversation with David Stewart, he argues that modern life has left many people overstimulated, over-measured, and disconnected from the deepe
Dr. Mohamed Abdulhamid: Restarting The Mind-Body Connection
What happens when the body no longer responds to effort the way it used to? Neurosurgeon and founder of Royal Spine Surgery, Dr. Mohamed Abdulhamid joins David Stewart to explain how recovery depends on communication between the brain, nerves, muscles, and joints, especially after surgery, injury, or long periods of compensation. David shares his own experience after knee surgery, when EXOMIND and
Dr. Nicole Moyen on The Body Clock We Ignore
For a generation raised to admire endurance, Dr. Nicole Moyen makes the case for sleep as a daily form of biological respect. In this conversation, she and David look at why body clocks become more important with age, why sleep regularity may matter more than people think, and why the 3 a.m. wakeup has become such a familiar midlife complaint. Nicole explains the science behind core temperature, d
Angélica Fuentes On A New Era of Women Leading
Angélica Fuentes, business executive, founder, and women’s equality advocate, belongs to a generation of women refusing the old script that ambition narrows with age, power comes from status, and reinvention has a deadline. She talks about building companies in male-dominated industries, becoming a CEO at 29, advocating for women long before corporate equality became fashionable, and starting NOWF
Dr. Suzanne Gilberg: What Doctors Miss in Menopause
This week on The AGEIST Podcast, Dr. Suzanne Gilberg explains why menopause care needs more science, more honesty, and more respect for women’s ability to make informed choices. Listeners will learn how to think about HRT, breast cancer risk, testosterone, brain health, bone health, and the limits of one-size-fits-all medical advice. She also explains why community matters, why menopause education
Dr. Florence Comite: Own Your Health Destiny
This week on The AGEIST Podcast, Dr. Florence Comite, clinician-scientist, and author of Invincible: Defy Your Genetic Destiny to Live Better, Longer, explains why “normal” lab results can miss the early signals that shape long-term health. Learn how sugar, insulin, A1C, cholesterol patterns, HDL, and free testosterone can reveal metabolic changes before a conventional diagnosis appears. She make
The Science Behind The Super Age Games
This week on The AGEIST Podcast, David Stewart sits down with Heather Hurlock, founding editor of The Mindset by Super Age, to explain the thinking behind the Super Age Games and the science that shaped them. The conversation breaks down why healthspan, not simply lifespan, is the real target, and how eight trainable markers can help people understand where they are now and what to work on next. L
Christene Barberich: How to Edit Your Life at 57
A conversation with the Refinery29 founder and mind behind A Tiny Apt. about what midlife sharpens: your sense of what matters, what no longer fits, and how your surroundings affect your mood, sleep, and energy. Christene explains why small changes at home can reduce background stress, why reinvention feels more urgent with age, and how to make choices that reflect who you are now rather than who
Joanne Stanway: Holograms, Not Dinosaurs
Ever wonder what holographic communication actually looks like in practice? Joanne Stanway, in tandem with Proto, has her finger on the pulse and plays an active role in the development of the medium, from life-size live beaming to AI personas that can answer questions in real time. She also gives a clear account of late-career reinvention, including what changed when she left a long-term PR role
Dr. Chris Rhodes on Fasting Without Hunger
Dr. Chris Rhodes explains what fasting is actually doing in the body, where the benefits begin, and why shorter fasting windows may not deliver what many people expect. He walks us through the science behind fasting mimetics, including how his team studied a 36-hour fast and built a supplement around the molecules that arise during it. You come away with a clearer way to think about hunger control
David Vaux (Revisited): Surprising Benefits of Simple Fitness Habits
Looking for quick strategies for building sustainable fitness habits? This week, we revisit a conversation with former firefighter-turned-osteopath and author David Vaux, where he shares wisdom from a lifetime of grit and strength. We all know that muscle mass will greatly improve our healthspan, but the perfect way to build and maintain that strength can be elusive. Get the inside scoop on balanc
Donnie Moss: Strength Training Starting at 55
Donnie Moss explains how she went from cardio-only routines to strength training at 55 and why she now pushes “move every day” as the baseline for feeling better. She shares a practical approach built around short, doable workouts that help midlife women rebuild consistency without making fitness an all-or-nothing identity. The conversation also gets real about menopause symptoms that can feel sca
David Donnelly: Can Humans Reach 150?
Filmmaker David Donnelly joins us to discuss his new documentary Forever Young, an exploration of the rapidly advancing science of longevity. What began as a skeptical investigation into whether the hype around anti-aging breakthroughs was real ultimately revealed a growing body of research focused on extending healthspan and preventing disease. We examine what the science supports today, from the
Dr. Peter Kevorkian: Is Chiropractic Healthcare’s Blind Spot?
brain and body, plus what chiropractic can and cannot claim to “treat.” He shares a practical framework for finding a chiropractor you trust, including what to look for if you’re bringing in kids, athletes, or older adults. The conversation widens into a bigger point: shifting from symptom-chasing to daily self-care, with simple questions that help you choose routines and providers that support ca
Judi Wineland: Why Women Travel Better
Judi Wineland, world traveler and founder of AdventureWomen explains how a lifetime of extreme travel shaped her idea of “aliveness,” and why the right trip can change your relationship to your body, your confidence, and your attention. She breaks down what happens when women travel together without the labels and expectations they carry at home, and why that can unlock sharper honesty, better fri
Oliver Amdrup-Chamby: The Truth About Protein Powders
Most people focus on how much protein they eat, but Oliver Amdrup-Chamby, founder of health and wellness supplement brand Puori, argues the bigger question is whether your protein source is potent enough to support muscle as you age, and clean enough to use daily. He explains why leucine matters for muscle protein synthesis, and why plant and animal proteins can look very different once you factor
Jennifer Walsh Uses Beauty to Rewire the Brain
Jennifer Walsh explains how beauty is more than pleasant—it’s biologically necessary. In this episode, she breaks down neuroaesthetics, the science of how art, nature, and well-designed environments influence our nervous systems and cognitive performance. Walsh shares actionable tools for using sound, texture, and light to regulate stress and spark creativity. Her insights reveal why small shifts
Dr. Lynn Marie Morski: Psychedelics and Longevity
Dr. Lynn Marie Morski returns to discuss the fast-evolving science and practical application of psychedelics, for mental health and longevity. We unpack new studies on psilocybin’s potential to influence cellular aging—like preserving telomere length—and the promise of non-hallucinogenic neuroplastogens for stroke recovery and mental flexibility. Lynn Marie also gets into why “heroic doses” may be
Christine Sperber: Tools for Transformation
Christine Sperber joins us to unpack how we navigate the murky in-between of life transitions, especially during midlife. She shares practical tools for becoming more self-aware and talks about the importance of curiosity, internal listening, and community when stepping into unfamiliar territory. Christine challenges us to embrace the awkward, the goofy, and the uncomfortable as necessary phases i
Michelle MacDonald: Aging Isn’t the Limiting Factor
In this re-airing of a favorite episode, fitness coach Michelle MacDonald challenges everything you've been told about aging, strength, and what's "normal" after 40. She explains why sarcopenia isn’t inevitable and how most women are deeply underserved by the current fitness industry. With personal stories including her own mother's 70-pound weight loss transformation, Mic
Jenn Drummond: World Records, Reinvention, and Motherhood
After a near-fatal car crash, Jenn realized she had been living for others and it was time to live for herself. That moment launched her on a quest that made her the first woman to summit the second highest peak on every continent. In this episode, Jenn shares how raising seven kids prepared her for the logistical and emotional challenges of mountaineering, and how failure has become her teacher.
Dr. Scott Sherr on Gut Health and Longevity
When it comes to optimizing our entire biological systems from the ground up, where do we start? This week, Dr. Scott Sherr introduces Health Optimization Medicine, a groundbreaking clinical framework targeting cellular and gut health to restore our bodies to their optimal state. He shares how modern tests can guide personalized, data-driven interventions, and why most people are missing this foun
Michel May: Hidden Toxins In Your Bedding
Michel May, founder of Aizome and expert in nontoxic textiles, joins us to unpack the hidden health hazards in our bedding. He explains how synthetic dyes and petrochemical-based textiles may be impacting our health, particularly our skin microbiome and immune system. Michel walks us through the lack of regulation in the textile industry and how misleading labeling allows harmful substances into o
Dr. Ella Faktorovich on Lens Implants and Aging Eyes
Dr. Ella Faktorovich joins us to unpack the latest advances in laser vision correction and lens implant surgery. She breaks down what makes these procedures safer and more effective than ever, and who stands to benefit most. We explore the life-changing impact that improved vision can have on vitality, independence, and mental clarity, especially for those over 40. Whether you’re tired of glasses,
Dr. Brendan Murray: The Myth of Age-Related Pain
Dr. Brendan Murray shares insights from decades of experience treating elite athletes and everyday patients alike. He explains why poor movement mechanics, not aging, are the real cause of most joint pain and physical decline. Listeners will learn how to recognize faulty compensation patterns, understand the difference between stimulation and irritation in recovery, and create training plans that
Eric Williamson, PhD: Stop Fearing Seed Oils
Eric Williamson, PhD, registered dietitian and Director of Nutrition at Canyon Ranch, lays out a clear, practical roadmap for building a better relationship with food. For starters, he explains why one-size-fits-all advice around protein, fiber, and fat often misses the mark. Learn how to optimize your diet without stress, fear, or gimmicks, especially as you age. From fiber-rich meals to evidence
Dr. Suzanne Gilberg: The Truth About HRT
Dr. Suzanne Gilberg is shifting the menopause conversation with science, compassion, and boldness. In this re-airing of one of our favorite episodes, she addresses common fears about hormone replacement therapy (HRT), especially the perceived connection to breast cancer, and unpacks what current data really shows. She also emphasizes the importance of keeping an open mind as science evolves and sh
Mike Siemens on Training Smarter After 50
Mike Siemens, Director of Performance Science at Canyon Ranch, explains how performance science helps people train for what really matters—from lifting a suitcase to hiking at 90. He breaks down the importance of VO2 max, zone 2 training, and strength work, particularly for those over 50. Mike offers clear, actionable strategies for balancing recovery, building functional strength, and staying con
Amy Hawthorne on Shame, Trauma, & Healing
Amy Hawthorne, director of mental health and wellness at Canyon Ranch, joins us on The AGEIST Podcast to talk about the real drivers of change, and why simply knowing what to do often isn’t enough. She explains how shame, trauma, and outdated emotional tools shape our habits and relationships, especially as we age. Amy introduces self-compassion as an essential tool, not a luxury, for building res
Mark Rampolla on Energy, Focus, and Meaning
What happens when you reach the pinnacle of business success—and feel completely trapped? We invited one of our recent featured profiles, Mark Rampolla, founder of ZICO Coconut Water and the author of The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Freedom, to join us on The AGEIST Podcast. He challenges the relentless drive that defines most entrepreneurial lives by opening up about the emotional and physical toll h
Adam Smith on Spirituality & Aging
This week, spiritual wellness expert Adam Smith joins us from Canyon Ranch to talk about finding calm and clarity in today’s chaotic world. With clinical pastoral training and years of experience supporting people through trauma and hospice care, Adam offers practical ways to build presence, reduce anxiety, and develop spiritual resilience. He explains why embracing uncertainty can be more powerfu
Heidi Clements & Constance Zimmer on Radical Aging
Heidi Clements and Constance Zimmer, co-hosts of the podcast Talk 50 to Me, are rewriting the rules of midlife and aging out loud. In this bold, unfiltered conversation, they unabashedly talk about why women over 50 are finally done staying quiet and what real empowerment looks like. From dismantling anti-aging myths to calling out the beauty industry’s obsession with youth, Heidi and Constance of
Dr. David Spiegel on Hypnosis and Healthspan
Can controlling your mind control your health? This week on The AGEIST Podcast, we revisit a powerful episode from the archives. Dr. David Spiegel, one of the world’s leading experts on hypnosis and psycho-oncology, explains how stress, sleep, and emotional regulation directly influence survival, especially in cancer patients. He also shares how self-hypnosis and structured breathing can reduce pa
Dr. Cathy Eason: The Role of Nitric Oxide in Aging Well
What if one simple molecule could improve your energy, brain clarity, hormone balance, and heart health? Functional nutritionist Dr. Cathy Eason joins us on The AGEIST Podcast to share why nitric oxide (NO) is an often-overlooked key to healthy aging, and how most people over 35 are deficient. She breaks down how testing your levels is a quick, simple way to know your NO levels (it only takes 15 s
Dr. Chris Renna Talks Autologous Stem Cell Therapy
This week, we welcome Dr. Chris Renna back to The AGEIST Podcast to break down one of the most hyped but least understood subjects in modern health: stem cells. Along with providing a clear explanation of how different types of stem cells function, he talks about how they interact with our immune systems and why most “stem cell therapies” people hear about are missing the point. Tune in to learn w
Sieglinde Othmer, PhD: Staying Curious at 84
Author and longevity advocate Sieglinde Othmer, PhD, is rewriting the narrative of aging. From her book, Joyous Longevity: The A to Z Field Guide, to this inspiring conversation, she shares the simple yet powerful habits that help her stay mentally sharp, physically well, and joyfully engaged with life. From morning walks with a notepad to her Mediterranean-style diet, Sieglinde outlines the daily
Dr. Paul Kolodzik: GLP-1s for Alcohol Abuse
How do you treat alcohol use disorder (formerly called alcoholism) without requiring total abstinence? This week, Dr. Paul Kolodzik returns to The AGEIST Podcast to discuss his pioneering work around GLP-1s: using these medications to help people reduce their alcohol intake. Drawing on his background in emergency and addiction medicine, Dr. Kolodzik outlines how these off-label uses can drasticall
Brian MacKenzie on Breath, Stress, and Resilience
Brian MacKenzie has trained some of the world’s top athletes, but today his focus is on something far more universal: how we breathe and regulate stress. In this episode of The AGEIST Podcast, he breaks down why breath control is the most underutilized tool for improving health, sleep, and performance at any age. He explains how the nervous system can be trained just like a muscle, offering practi
Katy Bowman Says Stop Over-Exercising
What if the aches and pains of aging weren’t inevitable but simply a sign of movement malnourishment? Katy Bowman, biomechanist and author of several books, including Move Your DNA, returns to challenge everything you thought you knew about exercise and health. She introduces the idea of a “movement diet”—a diverse mix of postures and motions your body needs daily for optimal function—and breaks d
Dr. William Li on Reversing Vascular Damage
Can you heal your cardiovascular system with food? Dr. William Li returns to explain how inflammation, oxidative stress, and poor lifestyle habits damage your blood vessels–and what you can do to reverse it. From fruit peels to dark chocolate, he outlines specific nutrients that signal stem cells to “re-pave” your vascular highways. You’ll also learn the simple daily practices he recommends to kee
Karen Salmansohn: Your To-Die-For Life
Best-selling author and behavior change expert Karen Salmansohn shares how mortality awareness can be one of the most powerful motivators for living with purpose. She explains her concept of a “near-life experience,” when people go through the motions instead of fully engaging in their lives, and how to break free from it. Karen offers practical tools—like writing your aspirational eulogy and link
Jake Muise Builds a Better Food System
At Maui Nui, Jake Muise isn’t just producing venison–he’s redefining what sustainable, nutrient-dense food looks like. In this episode, Jake unpacks the ecological damage caused by invasive axis deer in Hawaii and how his company uses USDA-certified night harvesting to turn a problem into a protein solution. He explains the connection between deer diet, volcanic soil, and unmatched nutrient densit
John Coyle: How to 10x Time and Memories
Olympian and innovation expert John Coyle joins us to reframe our understanding of time, memory, and the pursuit of meaningful experiences. Through the lens of neuroscience and Greek philosophy, he explains how our brains don’t count minutes–they count moments. He offers a practical roadmap to “time expansion,” showing how strategically designed risks and emotionally charged experiences can help u
Dr. Chris Renna on Personalized Peptide Therapy
Can targeted peptides enhance your energy, immune response, and even appearance as you age? Dr. Chris Renna, a pioneer in longevity medicine, shares decades of clinical insights and why peptides are rapidly shifting from fringe to foundational. This conversation covers everything from GLP-1 drugs to collagen-stimulating skincare and the crucial role belief plays in health outcomes. For anyone inte
Stacy London on Strength, Style, and Aging
On this week's episode of The AGEIST Podcast, Stacy London shares her candid, inspiring take on midlife, aging, and why movement–both physical and emotional–is key to thriving. She explains how physical strength transformed her mindset and gave her the courage to embrace risk, explore curiosity, and reclaim joy. Stacy opens up about menopause, people-pleasing, and the emotional recalibration
Dr. Edythe Heus Explains Fascia’s Power
Dr. Edythe Heus is revolutionizing how we understand movement, performance, and injury recovery. In this episode, she explains why traditional fitness methods often fail, especially as we age, and introduces her approach through Revolution in Motion. You’ll learn how fascia plays a central role in movement and how instability-based exercises lead to better neurological health and performance. Whet
Christine Sperber's Guide to Perspective Shifts
Christine Sperber has built a life around reinvention, curiosity, and risk-taking. From her days as a World Cup snowboarder to co-founding MEA in Baja and Santa Fe, Christine shares why she believes it's essential to play games you're not sure you can win. In this episode, we talk about rejecting the comfort of competence, embracing "the kook zone," and how making lifestyle-dri
Dr. Will Bulsiewicz Busts the Gluten Myth
If you think fiber is boring, think again. In this episode of The AGEIST Podcast, Dr. Will Bulsiewicz, best-selling author and gut health expert, explains how gut health shapes everything from your mood and immune system to how you age. He shares why plant diversity, not calorie counting, is the key to better health, and how personalized nutrition is replacing outdated one-size-fits-all advice. Tu
John Koten on the Great Skincare Experiment
At 70, journalist John Koten never expected to become an authority on skincare, but that’s exactly what happened. After 20 skin cancer surgeries, he set out to understand what actually works–and what doesn’t–when it comes to caring for aging skin. In this episode of The AGEIST Podcast, John shares the scientific and personal insights from six months of testing top-rated products and interviewing e
Carrie Owerko Breaks Movement Myths
Movement teacher Carrie Owerko joins us this week on The AGEIST Podcast to break down how curiosity and joy can transform the way we move, age, and live. Carrie describes herself as both a movement optimist and an “optionist,” someone who believes in varied, adaptable practices over rigid routines. She shares how play, autonomy, and experimentation fuel sustainable physical habits, regardless of a
Dr. Andreo Spina Slams Generic Fitness Plans
Most people think mobility means stretching. Dr. Andreo Spina, founder of Functional Range Systems, says that couldn’t be further from the truth. In this week's episode of The AGEIST Podcast, he unpacks how joint-specific training leads to long-term health and real resilience–whether you’re an athlete or just trying to age better. Learn why the exercises you’ve been told are “good” might be c
Dr. Michael Breus: Unlocking the Secret to Better Energy with “The Sleep Doctor”
If you aren’t getting adequate sleep, a lot of physical and mental problems can follow—from the obvious symptoms like fatigue and brain fog to more serious things like an increased risk of dementia. What is an adequate amount of deep and REM sleep? What are the minimum and maximum amounts of sleep we need each night? What should we do if we wake up in the middle of the night? What’s the deal with
Rabbi Asher Gottesman: Addiction Isn't The Problem
Do you ever feel like things just aren’t clicking? This week’s guest on The AGEIST Podcast, Rabbi Asher Gottesman, shares his personal path from addiction to sobriety and from shame to self-worth. He explains how loneliness is the real epidemic, and why connection—not just to others, but to ourselves—is the cure. Asher offers clear, grounded advice for building community, rewiring self-talk, and f
Gabby Reece: What Every Woman Over 50 Should Know
Former professional sand volleyball player Gabby Reece joins us for a masterclass in how to build a sustainable, individualized approach to health, aging, and performance. She talks candidly about transitioning from elite sport to wellness, and why “listening to your whisper” can be a life-changing practice. Gabby explains the difference between having information and having a practice–and how one
Denise Kirtley: Midlife Isn't The End
Fitness coach Denise Kirtley joins us to talk about why transformation in midlife begins with mindset, not macros. In this conversation, she challenges outdated views of aging, critiques perfection culture, and explains how real strength is built through daily intention. Denise also speaks candidly about social media backlash and how sharing her journey in a bikini inspires women to believe change
Jennifer Maanavi: Is Wellness Misleading You?
In this week’s episode, Jennifer Vaughan Maanavi, founder of Physique 57, shares why fitness must be the foundation of any wellness plan—especially as we age. She explains how the explosion of wellness trends has dangerously shifted focus away from physical health. Jennifer offers powerful insights on building a sustainable, results-driven fitness habit that supports brain health, cardiovascular h
Dr. Mike Studer: The Health Rule You’re Getting Wrong
Physical therapist and endurance athlete Dr. Mike Studer joins us this week to break the myth of a one-size-fits-all approach to health. He shares why personalization—based on genetics, performance metrics, and lifestyle—is critical to long-term success in fitness, nutrition, and mental wellbeing. From sleep consistency to gut microbiome insights, Dr. Studer lays out practical strategies to help l
Matt Zemon on Addiction, Attention and Psychedelics
Matt Zemon, author and psychedelic therapy advocate, joins us to explain how non-ordinary states of consciousness can help rewire repetitive thought patterns. He breaks down how psychedelics are being used not just for trauma recovery but to foster growth and deeper self-understanding. This episode also covers the rise of industrialized addiction and the tools available to counter its effects—from
Craig Cooper: My Protocol & Bone Health Turnaround
Craig Cooper, former professional athlete and author of Your New Prime, shares the overlooked realities men face as they age. He opens up about reversing his own osteoporosis and why many men fail to prioritize bone health. Craig breaks down why typical fitness routines may actually accelerate aging and offers science-backed alternatives for maintaining strength, metabolic function, and cardiovasc
Dr. Paul Kolodzik on GLP-1s and Modern Metabolism
Dr. Paul Kolodzik spent 25 years in emergency medicine watching the long-term consequences of preventable disease. Now, he’s helping patients reverse metabolic syndrome using continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), low-carb nutrition, and strength training. In this episode, Dr. Kolodzik explains why blood sugar spikes—not cholesterol—may be the most urgent threat to long-term health. You’ll also hear
Todd Vande Hei: Reject Aging as Inevitable
At 32, Todd Vande Hei was told his declining health was just “part of getting older,” and he believed it—until he didn’t. Along with sharing how a shift in perspective led him to pursue measurable strategies to improve his well-being, he talks about ways you, too, can become the CEO of your own health. If you're tired of vague advice and want a smarter, test-based approach to longevity, this
Dr. Marc Bubbs: Performance Nutrition for Everyday Life
Are you eating the right way for your goals? Performance nutritionist Dr. Marc Bubbs has spent 20 years working with Olympic athletes, elite sports teams, and executives to optimize their health through diet and lifestyle. In this episode, he explains how nutrition isn’t one-size-fits-all, why carbs aren’t the enemy, and how small changes in your daily habits can have massive long-term impacts. Wh
Dr. Scott Sherr: A Guide to Methylene Blue
What if you could increase your energy, improve your focus, and optimize your brain health with just one simple lozenge? Dr. Scott Sherr, an expert in health optimization, joins us on the show once more to discuss methylene blue, a powerful mitochondrial enhancer that has been used for over a century. He explains how this compound boosts cognition, helps fight infections, and even improves enduran
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