Best Dr. Jeff Sankoff Podcasts (2025)

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#169 | A Big Life | Adrian Kelly 45:20

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Professional Supplements for Wise Athletes (click to see the always discount) Do you feel like you are drifting through life always waiting on something? Do you feel dissatisfied and unfulfilled? Is time flying by? About the guest: Adrian Kelly, Author of The Success Complex Drawing from his experiences as a solicitor, entrepreneur, and sports coac…

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Tendonitis: Is it really what we think it is? Plus Hillary Topper's Journey to Open Water 1:06:18

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In this episode: The Medical Mailbag answers a question about tendonitis and how to treat it—because who doesn’t want to know why their body is crapping out on them mid-training? Jeff and Juliet break it down with a sharp wit that makes even the dullest medical advice sound entertaining. Spoiler alert: it turns out tendonitis is more complex than j…

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#168 | Mito Boosters: Methylene Blue & Urolithin A | Richard LaFountain, Phd & Brandon Fell, MS 1:03:56

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Professional Supplements for Wise Athletes (click to see the discount) About the guests: Richard LaFountain, PhD & Brandon Fell, MS Clinical Staff at Healthspan (gethealthspan.com) Rich LaFountain, PhD - Health coach and science writer; his academic and research focus centers on metabolic health, cardiovascular physiology, and the optimization of p…

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Ep 174: Cold Plunges: Chilly Recovery or Just a Trend? Transitions: The Secret to Racing Like a Pro 1:10:57

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In this episode: Transitions in triathlon aren't just a necessary evil; they’re like the secret sauce that can make or break your race day. Seriously, it takes zero special talent to nail a transition—just a sprinkle of practice and a dash of planning, and voila! You're gliding through T1 and T2 like a pro while the rest of the field is still fumbl…

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#167 | Navigating Bloodwork | Richard LaFountain, PhD & Brandon Fell, MS of Healthspan 1:15:02

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Professional Supplements for Wise Athletes (click to see the discount) About the guests: Richard LaFountain, PhD & Brandon Fell, MS Clinical Staff at Healthspan (gethealthspan.com) Rich LaFountain, PhD - Health coach and science writer; his academic and research focus centers on metabolic health, cardiovascular physiology, and the optimization of p…

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#166 | Don't "Act Your Age" | Matt Fitzgerald 40:17

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Professional Supplements for Wise Athletes About the guest: Matt Fitzgerald Author of over 30 books on running & endurance Matt Fitzgerald, a certified sports nutritionist, started running on April 19, 1983, one day after watching his father complete the Boston Marathon. This began a lifelong love affair with the sport. Having completed 50 marathon…

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Ep. 173 Life Lessons from the Edge: How to Fill Your Days with Epic Memories 1:03:09

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In this episode: In the MMB we spotlight the increasing dangers cyclists face on the road today, a topic that weighs heavily on the minds of many. With statistics showing a shocking rise in cyclist fatalities, Jeff and Juliet dig into the science behind these incidents and share their own experiences of fear and frustration. It’s not all doom and g…

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#165 | Right Way to Paleo | Trevor Connor, CEO of The Paleo Diet & Fast Talk Labs 1:08:59

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Professional Grade Supplements for Wise Athletes About the guest: Trevor Connor is an exercise physiologist, endurance sports coach, and former professional cyclist with nearly 20 years of racing experience. He has coached at national performance centers in both Canada and the U.S., managed teams such as Team Rio Grande, and holds a master's degree…

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Ep. 172: Potatoes for Performance? And Phil Billikopf; Balancing Business and Triathlons 1:02:01

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In this episode: On the Medical Mailbag we look at the concept of fueling your endurance performance with potatoes. Can it be done? Should it? Then, I talk with Phil Billikopf the Chilean born CEO of Mauna Endurance and MNA Coaching. He has covered a lot of ground and brings his success in multisport and business acumen to triathlon apparel and coa…

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# 164 | Medicine Impact on Athletic Performance | TriDoc, Dr Jeff Sankoff 1:10:02

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Professional Grade Supplements for WiseAthletes About the guest: The TriDoc Podcast is a bi-weekly show hosted by Dr. Jeff Sankoff, the host of the TriDoc podcast, is an emergency physician, Ironman triathlete, certified coach, and older athlete (58). Dr Sankoff is the exact type of expert for the Wise Athletes podcast. Dr Sankoff specializes in pr…

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Ep. 171: Sugar, Sweat, and Science: Debunking the Myths of Carbohydrate Fuels in Endurance Sports & Navigating the Triathlon Journey with Trivelo Coaching 1:07:28

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In this episode: We’re diving into the chaos of triathlon training this week, and trust me, it's not a walk in the park. Our guests today, the dynamic duo of Gerard and Jordy Donnelly, are here to spill the tea on why nailing your power output is like trying to juggle flaming swords while riding a unicycle—nearly impossible, but oh-so-rewarding whe…

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#163 | Good Sleep: What is it & How to get it | Merijn van de Laar ("Sleep Like a Caveman") 51:45

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Professional Grade Supplements for WiseAthletes On today's show, Dr. Merijn van de Laar, a recovering insomniac, sleep therapist, and the author of How to Sleep Like a Caveman: Ancient Wisdom for a Better Night’s Rest, will tell us how learning about our prehistoric ancestors’ sleep (via studying the Hadza) can help us relax about our own imperfect…

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Ep. 170: Respiratory Muscle Training device the Breather and Blank Labels, Big Dreams: The Rise of Blanks Nutrition 1:03:01

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In this episode: On the medical mailbag we look at respiratory muscle training and the Breather device. Do you need to inhale hard to pump up your diaphragm to get more power to the pedals? Plus Michael Arashita joins us today to dive into the wild world of triathlons and nutrition, it’s not all sunshine and rainbows. With a background that screams…

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#162 | NEWSTART Pillars of Health | Roger Seheult MD of MedCram 1:12:57

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Professional Grade Supplements for WiseAthletes About the Guest Roger Seheult, MD, MedCram Co-Founder & Instructor (MedCram.com website) Dr. Seheult is currently 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…

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Fast Talk and the Four Fitness Foundations with Dr. Stacey Brickson 1:19:14

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In this episode: We’re diving into the world of off-the-bike training, and let me tell you, it’s a game-changer! This episode kicks off with a bang as we chat about the four fitness foundations that every endurance athlete needs: mobility, flexibility, stability, and strength. You heard that right—no one-trick ponies allowed here! We’ve got Dr. Sta…

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#161 | Omega 3: Science vs. Hype | Bill Harris PhD 1:02:58

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Professional Grade Supplements for WiseAthletes About the guest: Bill Harris, PhD in Human Nutrition Dr. William (Bill) S. Harris is an internationally recognized expert in omega-3 fatty acid research, particularly concerning cardiovascular health. He earned his Ph.D. in Human Nutrition from the University of Minnesota and completed post-doctoral f…

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Ep. 168: Lactate Sensors: The Science of Sweat or Just a Fancy Gadget? And, Older, Wiser, and Vaulting Higher: The Age-Defying Story of David Bonham 1:04:40

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In this episode: This episode features a Medical Mailbag segment that tackles the latest in sports technology, specifically lactate sensors. Are they the holy grail of performance metrics or just another shiny gadget? Jeff and Juliet break it down with their usual wit and sarcasm, dissecting whether these sensors provide meaningful insights for age…

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#160 | Whole Body Creatine | Mark Faulkner 57:30

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Professional Grade Supplements for WiseAthletes About the guest: Mark Faulkner, President & Founder of Vireo Systems. After graduating college with a degree in physics, accompanied by a heavy emphasis on biochemistry and research, Mark began his career in the “business of science” at one of the largest publicly traded multinational diagnostics, pha…

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#159 | The Fat-Burning Athlete | Bob Seebohar MS, RD, CSCS 1:07:02

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Professional Grade Supplements for WiseAthletes About the guest: Bob Seebohar is a board-certified specialist in sport dietetics, an exercise physiologist, a strength and conditioning coach, and a USA Triathlon certified elite, youth, and junior coach and a competitive endurance athlete. Bob Seebohar was the director of sport nutrition at the Unive…

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Ep. 167: Blood Type Diet? More Like Blood Type don't/Behind the Scenes of Coaching with Jeff and Juliet 1:02:14

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In this episode: Forget what you've heard about the blood type diet—it's basically a glorified diet fad with about as much scientific credibility as my cat's opinion on quantum physics. We dive into the absurdities of this diet in our first segment, calling out the claims that your blood type should dictate your food choices and athletic pursuits. …

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Ep. 166: Peptides: The Latest Snake Oil for Athletes? And, from Med School to Kona: Matthew Marquardt's Wild Ride 1:05:45

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In this episode: In this episode we tackle a serious medical mailbag segment about the dubious world of 'Bro Peptides.' They sound great on paper, but you’ll want to tune in to hear why they might just be the latest health fad to avoid. Then, balancing a professional triathlon career and medical school isn't for the faint-hearted, but somehow, Matt…

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#158 | Hidden Elixir of Health: Saliva | Ellie Phillips DDS 1:53:19

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Professional Grade Supplements for WiseAthletes About the guest: Ellie Phillips DDS is a dentist with over four decades of experience, focusing on empowering patients to stop cavities and heal gum disease naturally. She recommends a specific collection of commercially available oral care products, but ONLY when used in a particular synergistic sequ…

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Ep. 165: Hydrogen Water: Miracle Cure or Just H2-Oh No? AND Fast Talk Labs' Trevor Connor 1:10:45

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In this episode: Is hydrogen-rich water the latest miracle drink or just another marketing ploy? Juliet Hochman joins the fray to explore the claims surrounding this trendy beverage. We dissect the science (or lack thereof) behind hydrogen water. It turns out that while the hype is real, the actual benefits might not be worth the price tag. We dive…

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# 157 | nnEMF: Smarter, Not Harder | Prof Olle Johansson, PhD 56:44

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Professional Grade Supplements for WiseAthletes About the guest: Olle Johansson, PhD, is a former associate professor at the department of neuroscience, Karolinska Institutet. His research focuses on the biological effects of electromagnetic fields and the potential consequences of unbridled expansion of global communications networks. He is outspo…

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#156 | Re-integrating the Patchwork Man | Gage Banks, VooDoo Magic Healer 1:01:04

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Professional Grade Supplements for WiseAthletes About the guest: Gage Banks's expertise encompasses the complex relationships between airway function, hearing, vision, dental occlusion (how teeth align), and tongue positioning—all of which play crucial roles in regulating body tension and balance. By integrating this specialized knowledge with his …

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Ep. 164: Bikes, Tech, and Thyroid: The Triathlon Trifecta You Didn't Know You Needed 1:03:07

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In this episode: In the medical mailbag Juliet and I answer a question about training with hypothyroidismm. How much of an impact does thyroid dysfunction have on an endurance athlete and what does this gland do anyways? We give you all the details. Then, in a world where triathletes are often left wondering if their competition is playing fair, Ra…

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# 155 | Hormonal Triple Whammy | Kyle Gillett, MD 1:05:43

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Professional Grade Supplements for WiseAthletes About the guest: Dr. Gillett enjoys providing holistic individualized care to his patients. His practice includes preventative medicine, aesthetics, sports medicine, hormone optimization, obstetrics and infertility, integrative medicine, precision medicine including genomics, and aesthetics. He believ…

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Ep. 163: Quercetin/Luke Tasker 1:04:45

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In this episode: Quercetin, a natural flavonoid, takes center stage in the Medical Mailbag as we dive into its potential benefits for preventing illness, especially during the cold and flu season. Jeff and Juliet explore the science behind quercetin's effectiveness, discussing various studies that highlight its role in supporting immune function fo…

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#154 | Adaptive Range Expansion for Peak Performance | Mike T Nelson PhD 48:05

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Professional Grade Supplements for WiseAthletes About the guest: Dr. Mike T Nelson is a research-fueled Fitness and Nutrition educator. Dr. Mike has spent 18 years of his life learning how the human body works, specifically focusing on how to properly condition it to burn fat and become stronger, more flexible, and healthier. Better health as a fou…

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Ep. 162: Calibre/Todd Crandell of Racing for Recovery 59:51

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In this episode: In this episode the Medical Mailbag looks at the evidence for the Calibre. Do the maker's claims stand up to the science and what can this device do for you? Plus, exploring the profound emotional landscape of addiction and recovery, the podcast then delves into the experiences of Todd Crandall, an individual who transformed his li…

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#153 | The Physionical Man | Nic Verhoeven PhD 1:24:09

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Professional Grade Supplements for WiseAthletes About the guest: Nic Verhoeven PhD is the host of Physionic, an educational platform on YouTube dedicated to making medical research understandable to empower individuals to make informed health decisions. Dr. Verhoeven's specialty is translating hard data from complex scientific studies into understa…

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Ep 161: 2024 MMB review/Kirsten Kasper 1:07:03

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In this episode: Reflecting on a successful year for the TriDoc Podcast, Jeff Sankoff takes listeners through a review of 2024's most engaging topics before introducing an insightful interview with Olympian Kirsten Kasper. The discussion begins with Sankoff expressing gratitude for the podcast's growing audience and the questions submitted by liste…

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#152 | Skin: A Window into Healthspan | Cory S. Goldberg MD, MASc, FRCS(C), FACS, MBA 1:10:20

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Professional Grade Supplements for WiseAthletes About the guest: Dr. Cory S. Goldberg BSc, MD, MASc, FRCS(C), FACS, MBA is a Plastic Surgeon with a fellowship in the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. He is a diplomat of the American Board of Plastic Surgeons and is also a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He earned his M…

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Ep. 160: Cordyceps Sinensis for endurance performance?/Dr. Kevin Stone 1:09:03

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In this episode: Cordyceps sinensis is a fungus that grows in the high Himalayan forests and has been used for centuries in Chinese medicine. Recently there has been interest in its ability to boost endurance performance? What does the evidence say? The Medical Mailbag dives in. Then a conversation on a revolutionary approach to rehabilitation, whe…