The Genius Life

Ethan Kross is one of the world's leading experts on controlling the conscious mind. An award-winning professor in the University of Michigan's top-ranked Psychology Department and its Ross School of Business, he is the director of the Emotion & Self Control Laboratory, and national best-selling author of Chatter: The Voice in Our Head, Why It Matters, and How to Harness It. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/218-ethan-kross

David Perlmutter, MD is a board-certified neurologist and The New York Times best-selling author of Brain Maker, Grain Brain, and Brain Wash. His latest book, Drop Acid: The Surprising New Science of Uric Acid—The Key to Losing Weight, Controlling Blood Sugar, and Achieving Extraordinary Health, is out now. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/217-david-perlmutter-md

Steven Gundry, MD is a physician and author. He is a former cardiac surgeon and currently runs his own clinic, investigating the impact of diet on health.

Aaron Alexander is a functional movement coach with over 16 years of professional experience, host of the Align Podcast, and author of The Align Method: 5 Movement Principles for a Stronger Body, Sharper Mind, and Stress-Proof Life. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/215-aaron-alexander

Dr. Ryan M. Greene, DO, MS is an osteopathic physician (D.O.) specializing in human performance, sports medicine, nutrition, and the most cutting edge recovery methods available. Dr. Greene’s principal belief is that integration of a constantly collaborative, holistic, evidence-based practice amongst health and wellness practitioners is crucial for an individual’s sustained success. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/214-dr-ryan-m-green

Max Lugavere is a science journalist, host of The Genius Life podcast, and author of the upcoming book Genius Kitchen: Over 100 Easy and Delicious Recipes to Make Your Brain Sharp, Body Strong, and Taste Buds Happy. He is also the New York Times best-selling author of Genius Foods: Become Smarter, Happier, and More Productive While Protecting Your Brain for Life and The Genius Life: Heal Your Mind, Strengthen Your Body, and Become Extraordinary.

Cynthia Li, MD, is a doctor whose personal healing journey through a disabling autoimmune condition took her from public health in underserved populations to integrative and functional medicine. She is the author of Brave New Medicine: A Doctor's Unconventional Path to Healing Her Autoimmune Illness and free e-booklet How to Strengthen Your Inner Shield: Science-Based, Integrative Strategies for a Healthy Immune System During a Pandemic. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/212-dr-cynthia-li

Dr. Gabrielle Lyon has a doctorate in osteopathic medicine and specializes in what she calls "muscle-centric medicine." The application of her expertise ranges from brain and thyroid health to lean body mass support and longevity. She leverages evidence-based medicine and cutting-edge science to restore metabolism, balance hormones, and optimize body composition with the end goal of helping others discover lifelong vitality. Find out more by downloading her free Lyon Protocol 2.0 guide here. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/211-dr-gabrielle-lyon

Dutch extreme athlete Wim Hof got his nickname 'The Iceman' by breaking a number of records related to cold exposure including: climbing Mount Kilimanjaro in shorts, running a half marathon above the Arctic Circle barefoot, and standing in a container while covered with ice cubes for more than 112 minutes—and he can teach you to do the same! He is the author of The Wim Hof Method: Activate Your Full Human Potential. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/210-wim-hof

Kelly LeVeque is a holistic nutritionist, wellness expert, and celebrity health coach based in Los Angeles, California. She is the author of Body Love Every Day: Choose Your Life-Changing 21-Day Path to Food Freedom. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/209-kelly-leveque

Dr. Roger Seheult is an Associate Clinical Professor at the University of California Riverside School of Medicine and an Assistant Clinical Professor at the School of Medicine and Allied Health at Loma Linda University. He is a practicing critical care physician, pulmonologist, and sleep physician at Beaver Medical Group, and a co-founder of MedCram, one of the fastest-growing online medical education companies. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/208-dr-roger-seheult

Sal Di Stefano co-hosts Mind Pump Radio and Mind Pump TV. By 19 he was managing health clubs, and by 22 he owned his own gym. After 20 years as a personal trainer, he has dedicated himself to bringing science and truth to the fitness industry. He is the author of The Resistance Training Revolution: The No-Cardio Way to Burn Fat and Age-Proof Your Body―in Only 60 Minutes a Week. Full show notes: https://www.maxlugavere.com/podcast/207-sal-di-stefano

Solo episode! Max Lugavere is a science journalist, host of The Genius Life podcast, and New York Times best-selling author of Genius Foods: Become Smarter, Happier, and More Productive While Protecting Your Brain for Life and The Genius Life: Heal Your Mind, Strengthen Your Body, and Become Extraordinary. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/206-max-lugavere

Dr. Daniel Amen is a psychiatrist and brain health expert. He has authored or co-authored nine professional book chapters, 85 scientific articles, and more than 40 books, including New York Times mega-bestseller Change Your Brain, Change Your Life. He has appeared on numerous television shows including Dr. Phil, Dr. Oz, The Doctors, Today Show, Good Morning America, and The View. His new book, You, Happier: The 7 Neuroscience Secrets of Feeling Good Based on Your Brain Type, comes out in March of 2022. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/204-dr-daniel-amen

Solo episode! Max Lugavere is a science journalist, host of The Genius Life podcast, and New York Times best-selling author of Genius Foods: Become Smarter, Happier, and More Productive While Protecting Your Brain for Life and The Genius Life: Heal Your Mind, Strengthen Your Body, and Become Extraordinary. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/204-max-lugavere

Superfood hunter Darin Olien is known within the health and wellness community as an exotic superfood expert and environmental activist who travels the planet to discover new and underutilized medicinal plants. He's the co-host of Down to Earth with Zac Efron, host of The Darin Olien Show, author of SuperLife: The 5 Simple Fixes That Will Make You Healthy, Fit, and Eternally Awesome, and founder of Barukas. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/203-darin-olien

Joe and Serenity Carr are the co-founders of Serenity Kids, creators of the only high-fat, low-sugar baby food made to mimic the nutrients of breast milk using ethically sourced meats and organic vegetables. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/203-joe-and-serenity-carr

Rich Diviney draws upon more than 20 years of experience as a Navy SEAL officer where he completed more than 13 overseas deployments – 11 of which were to Iraq and Afghanistan. Throughout his career, he has achieved multiple leadership positions – including serving as the commanding officer of a Navy SEAL command. Since retirement in early 2017, Rich has worked as a speaker, facilitator, and consultant with the Chapman & Co. Leadership Institute and Simon Sinek Inc. He is the author of The Attributes: 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/201-rich-diviney

Dr. Amishi Jha is a professor of psychology at the University of Miami. She serves as the Director of Contemplative Neuroscience for the Mindfulness Research and Practice Initiative, which she co-founded in 2010. She is also the author of Peak Mind: Find Your Focus, Own Your Attention, Invest 12 Minutes a Day, out now! Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/200-dr-amishi-jha

Mike Mutzel is a functional medicine consultant in the natural product industry, host of the High Intensity Health podcast, and author of Belly Fat Effect: The Real Secret About How Your Diet, Intestinal Health, and Gut Bacteria Help You Burn Fat. Full show notes: https://maxlugavere.com/podcast/199-mike-mutzel