Best Kelly – Personal Growth Essentials Podcasts (2025)

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Your Winter Immunity Playbook with Dr. Jeffrey Bland, Dr. William Li, and Dr. Roger Seheult 43:39

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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 constant…

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The Gifts of a Hard Year – A Holiday Special 20:03

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Let’s be honest, 2025 has been tough. There’ve been some scary, challenging times both at home and around the world. So, here at The Breakout, we decided that heading into the holidays and the end of this often difficult year, we need some warmth. Right now, we need to hear from strong people who've done amazing things. That’s why, on this episode …

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Sleep Essentials: How Sleep Cycles Shape Your Mind and Body 35:45

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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,…

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MAHA vs. Anti-MAHA: Why Nuance Matters in Public Health 21:52

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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 engi…

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How to Super-Age: The Science of Longevity with Dr. William Li 58:43

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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, showi…

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The Power of Gratitude with Louie Schwartzberg 46:03

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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 …

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Sleep Essentials: Why Good Sleep Is Non-Negotiable 24:18

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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 ne…

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What Darkness Reveals About Trauma & Healing with Kelly Noonan Gores 52:17

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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 fea…

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The Simple Habits That Reversed My Pre-Diabetes 19:26

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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. …

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The Science of Metabolic Health with Dr. Ben Bikman 1:15:44

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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. Togeth…

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The War We Don’t Talk About, with Eric Donoho 32:02

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“I found myself at the kitchen table, with a Glock in my mouth trying to end my life.” Eric Donoho’s story isn’t easy to hear, but thankfully it does have a great ending. A highly decorated US Army veteran, he served a grueling 14 months in Iraq, experiencing intense trauma and grief along the way. But when Eric hit rock bottom, and sat down ready …

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How Light Heals: The Forgotten Medicine of the Sun 47:36

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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 v…

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The New Science of Women's Health with Tamsen Fadal & Dr. Amy Killen 26:03

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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…

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Stoicism Part Four: The Four Virtues of a Good Life 20:14

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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 moderat…

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Metabolism Is Power with Dr. Casey Means 38:24

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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 brok…

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Who Was Dr. Casey Means Before Politics? 1:34:30

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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…

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The Mindful Art of Collaboration with Eric Krasno 49:26

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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 hi…

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Stoicism Part Three: Finding Calm During Chaos 24:33

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In the third installment of Jeff Krasno’s Stoicism series, we explore how ancient wisdom can help us stay grounded in an age of outrage. Jeff unpacks three essential Stoic practices for modern life: cognitive reappraisal — the art of finding space between stimulus and response; the humility to be wrong — and how letting go of the need to be right o…

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Are Seed Oils Really Bad for You? A Science-Based Look with Dr. Mary Pardee 39:09

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In this episode of the Commune Podcast, Jeff Krasno welcomes back Dr. Mary Pardee to take a hard look at one of the most polarizing debates in nutrition: seed oils. Are they the villains behind inflammation and heart disease—or have we been misled by oversimplified health claims? Dr. Pardee breaks down what the data actually show, from omega-6 fatt…

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Stoicism Part Two: Remembering Death, Embracing Life 18:10

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In the second installment of Jeff Krasno’s Stoicism series, we explore three timeless Stoic practices for living with presence, perspective, and purpose. Jeff introduces present moment nostalgia — learning to appreciate the “good old days” while you’re living them — and the discipline of will, a core Stoic teaching on focusing only on what you can …

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What Really Happens In Perimenopause? with Dr. Mariza Snyder 49:12

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In this episode of the Commune Podcast, Jeff Krasno joins Dr. Mariza Snyder, bestselling author of The Perimenopause Revolution, to explore what really happens during perimenopause, a pivotal yet often misunderstood stage in women’s health. Dr. Snyder explains how shifts in estrogen and progesterone influence mood, metabolism, sleep, and cognitive …

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The Big Lie About Getting Old, with Dr. Deborah Heiser 32:43

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For years, Dr. Deborah Heiser studied the pathology of aging, immersed in the nitty gritty of everything that can go wrong with your body as you get older. Until one day someone challenged her to find out what on earth we have to look forward to. And what she found surprised her. ”Honestly, there was a huge amount of research that was out there sh…

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Stoicism Part One: Living Your Present Dream 22:11

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Lose Your Mind to Find Yourself with Josh Pais 36:02

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In this episode of the Commune Podcast, Jeff Krasno sits down with Josh Pais—actor, director, and creator of the Committed Impulse Training Method. Known for roles in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Music of the Heart, Motherless Brooklyn, and Broadway’s I’m Not Rappaport, Josh has also dedicated decades to teaching performers and professionals how t…

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AMA with Jeff Krasno 34:18

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In this special Ask Me Anything episode, Jeff Krasno tackles listener questions on politics, free speech, immigration, and public health. From the rise of authoritarian tendencies in U.S. politics to the Jimmy Kimmel suspension and First Amendment debates, Jeff offers a dispassionate but pointed analysis of where democracy stands today. He digs int…

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Your Winter Immunity Playbook with Dr. Jeffrey Bland, Dr. William Li, and Dr. Roger Seheult 43:39

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The Gifts of a Hard Year – A Holiday Special 20:03

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Sleep Essentials: How Sleep Cycles Shape Your Mind and Body 35:45

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MAHA vs. Anti-MAHA: Why Nuance Matters in Public Health 21:52

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How to Super-Age: The Science of Longevity with Dr. William Li 58:43

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The Power of Gratitude with Louie Schwartzberg 46:03

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Sleep Essentials: Why Good Sleep Is Non-Negotiable 24:18

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What Darkness Reveals About Trauma & Healing with Kelly Noonan Gores 52:17

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The Simple Habits That Reversed My Pre-Diabetes 19:26

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The Science of Metabolic Health with Dr. Ben Bikman 1:15:44

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The War We Don’t Talk About, with Eric Donoho 32:02

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How Light Heals: The Forgotten Medicine of the Sun 47:36

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The New Science of Women's Health with Tamsen Fadal & Dr. Amy Killen 26:03

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Stoicism Part Four: The Four Virtues of a Good Life 20:14

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Metabolism Is Power with Dr. Casey Means 38:24

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Who Was Dr. Casey Means Before Politics? 1:34:30

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The Mindful Art of Collaboration with Eric Krasno 49:26

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Stoicism Part Three: Finding Calm During Chaos 24:33

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Are Seed Oils Really Bad for You? A Science-Based Look with Dr. Mary Pardee 39:09

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Stoicism Part Two: Remembering Death, Embracing Life 18:10

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What Really Happens In Perimenopause? with Dr. Mariza Snyder 49:12

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The Big Lie About Getting Old, with Dr. Deborah Heiser 32:43

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Stoicism Part One: Living Your Present Dream 22:11

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Lose Your Mind to Find Yourself with Josh Pais 36:02

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AMA with Jeff Krasno 34:18