Best Steven McGee Podcasts (2025)

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Essentials: Science of Building Strong Social Bonds with Family, Friends & Romantic Partners 36:33

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In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I discuss the science of social connection and how we form meaningful bonds with others. I explore the neural basis for "social homeostasis"—our drive for a certain amount of social interaction—which explains why we feel lonely, seek connection and how we navigate social hierarchies. I also explain how the b…

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Episode 131: WGAE AI Task Force Roundtable with Larry J. Cohen, Sarah Montana and A.M. Homes 1:03:44

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This week, WGAE AI Taskforce co-chairs Larry J. Cohen and Sarah Montana, and taskforce member A.M. Homes sit down for an OnWriting roundtable conversation about all things artificial intelligence: how we got to where we are today, the risks AI poses to workers, what the WGAE is doing to protect members from this technology, and more. A.M. Homes is …

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Harvard Scholar Writes A Children’s Book – Sandra Richter 29:24

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Award-winning Harvard scholar, Sandra Richter, has combined her love for the Hebrew Bible and the earth in a just published children’s book. In this podcast Richter tells how she came to write Abigail and the Waterfall, a sweet story about a family’s hike into the forest. Along the way we learn about Scripture, animals in the Appalachian Mountains,…

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How to Speak Clearly & With Confidence | Matt Abrahams 2:26:20

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My guest is Matt Abrahams, lecturer at Stanford Graduate School of Business and a world expert in communication and public speaking. He explains how to speak with clarity and confidence and how to be more authentic in your communication in all settings: public, work, relationships, etc. He shares how to eliminate filler words ("umm"-ing), how to ov…

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Essentials: Breathing for Mental & Physical Health & Performance | Dr. Jack Feldman 49:45

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In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, my guest is Dr. Jack Feldman, PhD, a Distinguished Professor of Neurobiology at the University of California, Los Angeles, and a leading expert in the science of breathing. We explain the mechanics of breathing and the neural circuits that generate and regulate our breathing rhythm. We also discuss how breat…

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Episode 130: Screenwriter Roundtable with Nia DaCosta, Benny Safdie and Will Tracy 44:09

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We're kicking off the Fall/Winter 2025 season of OnWriting with a roundtable conversation between screenwriters Nia DaCosta, Benny Safdie and Will Tracy, who sat down to discuss their latest projects, the writing process, and more. Nia DaCosta is the writer and director of Hedda, a provocative, modern reimagining of Henrik Ibsen's classic play in w…

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How Your Thoughts Are Built & How You Can Shape Them | Dr. Jennifer Groh 2:16:34

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My guest is Dr. Jennifer Groh, PhD, professor of psychology and neuroscience at Duke University. She explains how our brain encodes sights and sounds and integrates them so we can navigate and understand the world around us. She explains what thoughts really are and how what you focus on determines your thoughts, not just in that moment but your fu…

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Essentials: Erasing Fears & Traumas Using Modern Neuroscience 39:45

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In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I explore the neuroscience of fear and trauma and how to effectively process and eliminate traumatic responses. I explain why successful fear treatment requires both extinction of the old fearful response and replacement with a new positive association—not just cognitive reframing. I also explain how the thr…

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God Can’t - Thomas Oord 35:33

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Is there anything God can’t do? Can God lie? Can God act against God’s own nature? Best-selling author Thomas Oord answers these questions in this provocative podcast, offering a new way to think and talk about God. His answers have implications for our prayers, theologies and efforts to care for God’s creation. You can find Oord’s books, blogs and…

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Using Existing Drugs in New Ways to Treat & Cure Diseases of Brain & Body | Dr. David Fajgenbaum 1:58:53

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My guest is Dr. David Fajgenbaum, MD, professor of translational medicine and human genetics at the University of Pennsylvania. He explains how, unbeknownst to most doctors, many approved medications can successfully treat or even cure diseases other than the ones they are typically used to treat. He shares his story of escaping death from Castlema…

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094: D'ANGELO in Memoriam ft. ERIC KRASNO, JAY SMOOTH, URSULA RUCKER, DAN CHARNAS, NIKKI GLASPIE, VIVECA HAWKINS, OTIS MCDONALD, DJ WILLIAMS, DERRICK FREEMAN, JONNY G, SARI JORDAN & MORE! 4:01:55

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In the tailwind of D'Angelo's October 14th passing after a private battle with pancreatic cancer, your humble narrator was shell-shocked in a melancholic malaise. Over a week of confounding parasocial grief eventually gave way to a torrent of inspired creativity & righteous purpose. I found catharsis in embarking on a couple of legacy projects in t…

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Essentials: The Biology of Slowing & Reversing Aging | Dr. David Sinclair 39:07

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In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, my guest is Dr. David Sinclair, PhD, a professor of genetics at Harvard Medical School and a leading expert on the biology of aging. We discuss the cellular and molecular mechanisms of aging—and how specific behaviors, such as fasting, regular exercise and NAD⁺-boosting compounds like NMN, can activate the b…

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Improve Your Lymphatic System for Overall Health & Appearance 1:40:01

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Here I explain the lymphatic system, a crucial bodily network for overall health and appearance. I explain how the lymphatic system works to remove cellular waste and fluid from your organs and combat infections. I provide science-based tools that support your lymphatic system for the sake of health and appearance, including: how to reduce fluid re…

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Essentials: The Science of Gratitude & How to Build a Gratitude Practice 39:31

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In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I explore the science of gratitude and how to develop an effective, research-supported gratitude practice. I explain why common gratitude practices (like simply listing things you're grateful for) are far less impactful than engaging in story-based gratitude practices. I also explain how being grateful activ…

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David Wheeler - Global Theologian Addresses World's Most Pressing Problems 31:37

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David Wheeler, a global theologian who has taught in North and South America as well as in Russia, offers his perspective on the world‘s most pressing problems. From the patterns of human migration to the extinction of insects, Wheeler offers a biblical vision of what God intended and what God wants from us. Learn more about C3 at ChristiansCaringf…

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How to Overcome Inner Resistance | Steven Pressfield 2:15:17

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My guest is Steven Pressfield, author of The War of Art and expert in how to overcome the inner force of "resistance"—the self-sabotaging tendency to procrastinate on your life's most important work that keeps you from realizing your professional and creative potential. Steven shares actionable tools for defeating inner resistance that work. His ap…

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Essentials: How Your Brain Functions & Interprets the World | Dr. David Berson 40:39

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In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, my guest is Dr. David Berson, PhD, a professor of neuroscience at Brown University and an expert on the visual system and circadian biology. We explore how the brain processes visual information, from photons entering the eye to conscious perception in the cortex. We discuss color vision, the discovery of me…

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Protect & Improve Your Hearing & Brain Health | Dr. Konstantina Stankovic 2:27:57

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My guest is Konstantina Stankovic, MD, PhD, Professor and Chair of Otolaryngology at Stanford School of Medicine. She explains how hearing works and why hearing loss—affecting over 1.5 billion people—impacts people of all ages. We discuss how hearing loss impairs focus and increases the risk of cognitive decline, as well as the role of menopause an…

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Essentials: Time Perception, Memory & Focus 33:55

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In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I explore how biological rhythms and neurochemicals impact our perception of time. I describe how the body aligns with daily and seasonal light cycles to regulate hormones that influence energy, mood and motivation throughout the year. I share science-based tools to enhance focus and productivity, including …

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How to Make Yourself Unbreakable | DJ Shipley 3:42:50

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My guest is DJ Shipley, a retired Tier 1 operator Navy SEAL and now a top public educator on how to build mental and physical health and reach top-level performance in any endeavor. DJ’s life is one marked by extraordinary strivings, wins, setbacks and comebacks that together have shaped his approach to overcoming challenges of all kinds and to dai…

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093: POLYRHYTHMICS vol.2 [Ben Bloom - gtr, Grant Schroff aka Champagne Bubblebath - drums] 1:57:27

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Episode 093 welcomes back POLYRHYTHMICS, the fantastically-funky septet primarily based in Seattle, but these days steadily spreading their net further and wider than ever before. BEN BLOOM (along w/ bassist Jason Gray) appeared on Ep.059 in 2022, now the guitarist/co-founder returns to chop it up once again, this time with drummer/co-founder GRANT…

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NBS #105: Healthy Homes Don’t Exist… Until You Make Them | with Holistic Realtor Tori McGee 32:43

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Send us a text Looking for a healthy home? Think the perfect house exists? Think again. In this episode of Never Been Sicker, Michael Rubino sits down with Atlanta Holistic Realtor, Tori McGee, to uncover the realities of real estate and home health. From hidden mold to failing HVAC systems and toxic renovations, they break down what buyers and sel…

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The Essential Nature of Earthkeeping for the Christian Faith - Steven Bouma-Prediger 38:33

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While many Christians consider taking care of the earth as optional for Christian living, Steven Bouma-Prediger does not. In his book Creation Care Discipleship: Why Earthkeeping is an Essential Christian Practice, he makes a theological, biblical and ethical case for earthkeeping as integral to the Christian faith. In this podcast, we learn about …

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Essentials: How Humans Select & Keep Romantic Partners in the Short & Long Term | Dr. David Buss 36:00

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In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, my guest is Dr. David Buss, PhD, a professor of psychology at the University of Texas at Austin and a pioneer in the field of evolutionary psychology. We explore the science behind human mate selection in both short- and long-term relationships. We discuss universal traits valued in long-term partners along …

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Hot Takes 19: Microtransactions and AI Companions 56:21

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In this episode of the Soul of a Gamer podcast, Scott and his co-host dive into various topics surrounding gaming, including their thoughts on music licensing, unique game mechanics, and personal gaming experiences. They discuss the pros and cons of microtransactions, sharing their own experiences with spending in games. The conversation shifts to …

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Enhance Your Learning Speed & Health Using Neuroscience Based Protocols | Dr. Poppy Crum 2:36:05

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My guest is Dr. Poppy Crum, PhD, adjunct professor at Stanford, former Chief Scientist at Dolby Laboratories and expert in neuroplasticity—our brain’s ability to change in response to experience. She explains how you can learn faster and ways to leverage your smartphone, AI and even video games to do so. We also discuss “digital twins” and the futu…

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DAVID SENRA: Daniel Ek, Spotify 2:10:23

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I’m excited to share episode one of a new podcast that I’ve helped create and produce. This new podcast is called David Senra, and it’s hosted by David Senra. For those of you not familiar with David Senra, he is an expert in all things related to greatness. He studies greatness and understands it, mostly in the domain of business but also among cr…

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Essentials: Using Your Nervous System to Enhance Your Immune System 39:16

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In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I explain how the immune system defends against infection and describe the relationship between the immune and nervous systems. I discuss the immune system's three primary layers of defense, emphasizing how each contributes to protection from infection. I share practical tools to enhance immune function and …

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Build Your Ideal Physique | Dr. Bret Contreras 3:04:11

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My guest is Dr. Bret Contreras, PhD, CSCS, a world-renowned expert on muscle and strength building for women and for men. Bret is known as “the glute guy” for his expertise in helping people build their ideal physique, including how to grow and/or strengthen their gluteus muscles. He explains how to resistance train to improve strength, hypertrophy…

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Essentials: How to Exercise for Strength Gains & Hormone Optimization | Dr. Duncan French 40:02

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In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, my guest is Dr. Duncan French, PhD, the vice president of performance at the UFC Performance Institute and a world-class performance specialist. We explain how resistance training and acute stress impact hormones and outline specific weight training protocols to increase testosterone to support strength and …

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NBS #104: How Humidity Impacts Your Health | Nikki Krueger, Director at Santa Fe Dehumidifiers 43:07

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Send us a text Excess moisture isn’t just uncomfortable—it can make you sick. In this episode of Never Been Sicker, host Michael Rubino welcomes Nikki Krueger, Director of Marketing & Business Development at Santa Fe Dehumidifiers, to uncover the hidden dangers of high humidity and why proper moisture control is essential for healthy homes. 👉 You’l…

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A Southern European in the Southern United States - Alex Smith 32:29

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Alex Smith spent his formative years as a missionary kid in Southern Europe, a place torn by war and violence. Today he is a minister, science teacher and award-winning videographer sharing his love for God, neighbor and creation in Atlanta, Georgia. In this podcast, Alex talks about being a refugee, a minister and a millennial in the world today. …

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Hot Takes 18: Bad or Funny Dialogue / Discussion of Licensed Games 50:15

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In this episode of the Soul of a Gamer Podcast, Scott and Steven dive into various topics surrounding video games, including a recap of their previous game discussions, a hot take on the worst dialogue in games, and memorable quotes that have become iconic in gaming culture. They explore the impact of voice acting, the challenges of adapting licens…

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How to Expand Your Consciousness | Dr. Christof Koch 2:11:57

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My guest is Dr. Christof Koch, PhD, a pioneering researcher on the topic of consciousness, an investigator at the Allen Institute for Brain Science and the chief scientist at the Tiny Blue Dot Foundation. We discuss the neuroscience of consciousness—how it arises in our brain, how it shapes our identity and how we can modify and expand it. Dr. Koch…

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092: MORiLLO [global-bass producer/DJ] + AIN'T SISTERS [Alt-Folk/Rock] 1:51:45

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Episode 092 is all about the underground, from sea to mighty sea; welcome MORiLLO and AIN'T SISTERS! Among my preferred dancefloor generals on the decks across the past decade, it’s high time to tap in with The Dub Cartographer, global bass sorcerer MORiLLO down in L.A. Gov’t name Zach Morillo, the Groundation drummer pulls double-duty as a dynamit…

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Essentials: Food & Supplements for Brain Health & Cognitive Performance 36:44

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In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I discuss science-supported nutrients that directly support brain structure, function and long-term cognitive health. I highlight specific nutrients, including omega-3 fatty acids, creatine, phosphatidylserine, anthocyanins, choline and glutamine, and discuss their recommended doses and dietary sources. I al…

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Transform Your Metabolic Health & Longevity by Knowing Your Unique Biology | Dr. Michael Snyder 2:45:19

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My guest is Michael Snyder, PhD, professor of genetics at Stanford and an expert in understanding why people respond differently to various foods, supplements, behavioral and prescription interventions. We discuss how to optimize your health and lifespan according to what type of glucose responder you are, which genes you express, your lifestyle an…

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Essentials: Science of Mindsets for Health & Performance | Dr. Alia Crum 39:10

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In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, my guest is Dr. Alia Crum, PhD, professor of psychology at Stanford University and the director of the Stanford Mind & Body Lab. Dr. Crum explains that our mindsets—for example, what we believe about stress, exercise and the food we eat—shape how we feel, behave and even how our bodies respond. We discuss st…

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NBS #103: The Collapse Doctors Called Anxiety — Mold Was the Real Cause: Michelle’s Survival Story 44:34

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Send us a text When rashes, hair loss, vertigo, and crushing fatigue sent Michelle to the ER (more than once), she was told it was “just stress.” The real cause? Hidden mold—from an apartment that had flooded repeatedly and an HVAC system pushing contaminated air. In this raw, practical interview, Michael Rubino unpacks Michelle’s step-by-step jour…

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Dying Light - Behind the Scenes and Game Review 54:58

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In this episode of the Soul of a Gamer podcast, Scott and Stephen discuss their experiences with the game Dying Light, exploring its unique mechanics, player choices, and the development process behind it. They delve into the survey results regarding player playstyles, the challenges faced during game design, and the cultural references and Easter …

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The Strange Alliance Between Atheists and Fundamentalists - Don Gordon 24:06

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When it comes to reading the Bible, you might think atheists and Christian fundamentalists are worlds apart. But surprisingly, they often share the same approach: both insist Leviticus must be read in a flat, literal way. For atheists, that proves the Bible is absurd. For fundamentalists, it reinforces their views on morality and sexuality. In this…

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How to Set & Achieve Massive Goals | Alex Honnold 1:49:27

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My guest is Alex Honnold, a professional rock climber considered by many to be one of the greatest athletes of all time for his historic free solo (no ropes or man-made holds) ascent of El Capitan in Yosemite. We discuss how to envision massive goals in any part of life and the process of breaking down those goals into actionable daily steps. Alex …

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Essentials: Effects of Fasting & Time Restricted Eating on Fat Loss & Health 44:11

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In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I explore intermittent fasting and time-restricted eating, highlighting the positive benefits for weight loss, metabolism, organ health, circadian rhythms and cellular repair. I explain a practical framework for designing a time-restricted eating window that aligns with your lifestyle, exercise schedule and …

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NBS #102: How to Detox From Mold Safely: Dr. Terri Fox’s Proven Protocol 50:58

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Send us a text Can you really heal from mold at home? Dr. Terri Fox, MD, ABIHM, joins Michael Rubino to share her safe, effective, and easy-to-follow Mold Eradication Protocol that has already helped thousands recover from mold illness. Dr. Terri Fox, MD, ABIHM, founder of Boulder Holistic Functional Medicine and a Board-Certified leader in integra…

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Hot Takes 17: Character Choices and Creation / Evil or Good Playthroughs 51:31

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In this engaging conversation, Scott and Steven explore the multifaceted world of character creation in video games. They delve into nostalgic movie references, the emotional weight of choices in gameplay, and the impact of voice acting on player experience. The discussion also touches on the evolution of character customization, the role of gender…

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Science & Health Benefits of Belief in God & Religion | Dr. David DeSteno 2:24:33

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My guest is Dr. David DeSteno, PhD, a professor of psychology at Northeastern University. We discuss science, God and religion, including what science can and can’t reveal about the existence of God and where religious faith and science do and do not align. We also discuss why questions about life’s origins, miracles and the afterlife have persiste…

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Essentials: Timing Light for Better Sleep, Energy & Mood | Dr. Samer Hattar 35:19

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In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, my guest is Dr. Samer Hattar, PhD, the Chief of the Section on Light and Circadian Rhythms at the National Institute of Mental Health. We discuss how light powerfully shapes mood, sleep, appetite, learning and overall mental health by aligning—or misaligning—our internal circadian clock. We explain practical…

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NBS #101: Protecting Your Heart in a Toxic World with Dr. Joel Kahn 43:21

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Send us a text Heart disease kills someone every 34 seconds in the U.S.—but why is it still our #1 killer? In this episode of Never Been Sicker, Michael Rubino speaks with world-renowned preventive cardiologist Dr. Joel Kahn about the hidden drivers of today’s health crisis. From the food industry’s manipulation of our diets to toxins in our water,…

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Pokemon Red, Blue, Yellow, and Green - Behind the Scenes and Game Review 1:01:03

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In this episode of the Soul of a Gamer Podcast, hosts Scott and Steven discuss various gaming topics, including the importance of inflection in content creation, their personal gaming experiences with titles like Crime Scene Cleaner and Baldur's Gate, and delve into the rich history and development of the Pokémon franchise. They explore the challen…

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Using Stem Cells to Cure Autism, Epilepsy & Schizophrenia | Dr. Sergiu Pașca 2:23:29

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My guest is Dr. Sergiu Pașca, MD, professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at Stanford University. We discuss the biology and genetics of autism, why autism diagnoses are increasing and recent progress in using stem cells to understand and treat profound autism and other brain disorders. Dr. Pașca explains “organoids and assembloids”—human s…