Ep. 58: What's Really Keeping You Stuck?
S2 E58 • Aug 14, 2025 • 26 minsIn Today’s Episode: What’s Really Keeping You Stuck? Join us as host Cody Isabel, cognitive neuroscientist and founder of The Decision Lab, shares neuroscience-backed tools to uncover what’s truly blocking your progress in health, wealth, and relationships — and how to break free. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode: -Why broad problems stay unsolved — and how to get specific so you can finally take action -Three powerful frameworks (Five Whys, Story Checking, Logical Levels) to gain instant clarity -How action and clarity feed each other to create unstoppable momentum Questions We Answer in This Episode: -How do you identify the real problem behind feeling stuck? -What’s the fastest way to turn vague goals into clear, actionable steps? -Are the stories you tell yourself keeping you from moving forward?
Ep. 57: Is This the End of Alcohol? w/ Sam Moore
S2 E57 • Aug 12, 2025 • 91 minsIn Today’s Episode: Is This the End of Alcohol? Join us as we talk with Sam Moore, founder and CEO of Hazlo, who shares his journey from high-paying corporate jobs to creating a non-alcoholic beverage designed to boost your mind, body, and mood. Sam opens up about breaking free from societal expectations, the mental challenges of chasing external validation, and the science-backed ingredients behind Hazlo. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode: -How leaving “dream jobs” at top companies led to a more fulfilling life and business. -The benefits of adaptogens like ginseng, ginkgo, and holy basil for stress and brain health. -Why creating a non-alcoholic drink that actually supports well-being could change the way we socialize. Questions We Answer in This Episode: -What happens when you walk away from the career everyone else wants for you? -Can a drink really help reduce stress and improve mental clarity? -How do you build a wellness product people actually want to drink?
Ep. 56: What is the Science of Daddy Issues? w/ Cody Isabel
S2 E56 • Aug 7, 2025 • 23 minsIn Today’s Episode: What is the Science of Daddy Issues? Join Cody Isabel, neuroscience expert and IFS practitioner, who shares his insights on the misunderstood psychology behind “daddy issues” and how they affect both men and women in surprising ways. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode: -Daddy issues affect men and women equally, but show up differently depending on gender and attachment style -These emotional patterns are rooted in childhood experiences and are linked to measurable changes in the brain -Healing is not only possible—it’s scientific, accessible, and starts with understanding your inner parts Questions We Answer in This Episode: -Do men have daddy issues too? -How do father wounds shape the brain and adult relationships? -Can attachment trauma be healed through neuroscience-backed methods like IFS?
Ep. 55: Is Healthcare Rigged Against You? w/ Dr. Rahul Kapur
S2 E55 • Aug 5, 2025 • 74 minsIn Today’s Episode: Is Healthcare Rigged Against You? Join us as we talk with Dr. Kapur, a concierge physician and psychedelic researcher, who shares his insights on why the current medical system is broken—and what he's doing differently to restore trust, time, and true healing in medicine. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode: -How capitalism and insurance gatekeeping distort patient care -The powerful, underused role of psychedelics in mental health treatment -Why understanding your own labs and asking better questions could save your life Questions We Answer in This Episode: -Why can’t your doctor just order the test you need? -What actually happens during an Ayahuasca ceremony—and how does it change your brain? -What three questions should you ask your doctor at your next appointment?
Ep. 54: Is Your Body Sabotaging Success? w/ Chloe & Cody
S2 E54 • Jul 31, 2025 • 23 minsIn Today’s Episode: Is Your Body Sabotaging Success? Join hosts Cody Isabel and Chloe Deutscher as they dive into the surprising role your nervous system plays in motivation, productivity, and taking action. In this host-only episode, Chloe shares her personal journey with anxiety and how nervous system regulation became the key to reclaiming her ability to execute — and how it could do the same for you. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode: -Why nervous system dysregulation is the hidden reason many people can't take action -The BBB Method: A simple body-breath-brain technique to reset and move forward -How identity, dopamine, and nervous system health are all linked to execution Questions We Answer in This Episode: -How does anxiety or burnout affect your ability to take action? -What tools can help regulate your nervous system fast? -Could your subconscious identity be holding you back from success?
Ep. 53: Is Spirituality Even Real? w/ Seeking Center
S2 E53 • Jul 29, 2025 • 88 minsIn Today’s Episode: Is Spirituality Even Real? Join us as we talk with Robin and Karen, co-founders of Seeking Center, a spiritual media platform and curated community for modern seekers. They share their powerful stories of loss, intuition, and transformation, and break down how they’re combining heart, healing, and high standards to help others explore spirituality without the fluff. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode: -Why skepticism, science, and spirituality don’t have to be at odds -How to spot a red flag in the spiritual space — and what a real guide actually looks like -What it really means to be a “seeker” (and how to start your own journey) Questions We Answer in This Episode: -Is spirituality even real, or just a placebo effect? -How do you know if a psychic or healer is legit? -Can science and spirituality actually work together?
Ep. 52: What Do You Do If Success Feels Empty? w/ Caleb Campbell
S2 E52 • Jul 24, 2025 • 84 minsIn Today’s Episode: What Do You Do If Success Feels Empty? Join us as we talk with Caleb Campbell — former NFL player, West Point graduate, and transformational speaker — who shares his insights on redefining success, healing from internal disconnection, and finding fulfillment beyond achievement. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode: -Why high achievement can leave you feeling hollow — and what to do about it -How internal family systems (IFS) and grief work unlock deep personal transformation -The powerful role of vulnerability, surrender, and community in building a fulfilling life Questions We Answer in This Episode: -What happens when you reach your dream and still feel empty? -How can achievers reconnect with the parts of themselves they’ve exiled? -Why is grief essential for growth — even when no one has died?
Ep. 51: Can Mushrooms Boost Your Mood? w/ Peter Reitano & Danial Sanders
S2 E51 • Jul 22, 2025 • 102 minsIn Today’s Episode: Can Mushrooms Boost Your Mood? Join us as we talk with Peter Reitano and Daniel Sanders, the co-founders of Gwella, a functional mushroom company best known for their mood-boosting product, Mojo. Peter, a serial entrepreneur and brand strategist, and Daniel, a genetic engineer turned supplement formulator, share their journey creating a legal microdosing alternative and the science behind their ingredients. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode: -Why functional mushrooms like lion’s mane and cordyceps might mimic the effects of a microdose -How Gwella developed Mojo to support mood, focus, and energy—without the crash -What consumers should know about ingredient sourcing, dosage, and supplement transparency Questions We Answer in This Episode: -Can functional mushrooms replicate the brain effects of psychedelics? -What’s the truth behind “legal microdosing” products like Mojo? -How do you know if a supplement actually works—or if it’s just hype?
Ep. 50: Why Can't You Take Action? w/ Chloe & Cody
S2 E50 • Jul 17, 2025 • 25 minsIn Today’s Episode: Why Can’t You Take Action? Join us as hosts Chloe Deutscher and Cody Isabel dive into the root causes that hold us back from living the lives we dream about. Drawing from their work with high-achievers, trauma survivors, and neurodivergent individuals, Chloe and Cody share practical tools to overcome the four biggest barriers to action. Plus, they introduce the Action Academy—a supportive space for aligned, sustainable progress. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode: -How nervous system regulation is the foundation of clear, consistent action -Why clarity isn’t optional—and how specificity makes action easy -Tactical and mindset tools to break free from emotional baggage and perfectionism Questions We Answer in This Episode: -What’s actually stopping me from taking action toward my goals? -How do I calm my nervous system when I feel overwhelmed? -Can identity, trauma, or old beliefs be the reason I’m stuck?
Ep. 49: Can a Chair Be a Cure? w/ Barry Warrington
S2 E49 • Jul 15, 2025 • 63 minsIn Today’s Episode: Can a Chair Be a Cure? Join us as we talk with Barry Warrington, founder of Energy Lounger and longtime wellness consultant, who shares his insights on how red light therapy, ergonomics, and consumer science are reshaping the future of healing and recovery. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode: -Why ergonomic design could be the missing link in effective red light therapy -The role of anecdotal evidence vs. clinical trials in consumer health tech -How loneliness and support networks impact founder mental health Questions We Answer in This Episode: -Can red light therapy really reduce pain and inflammation? -What makes Energy Lounger different from other red light devices? -How do wellness founders navigate skepticism and scientific scrutiny?
Ep. 48: Could a Lamp Heal You? w/ John Graham Harper
S2 E48 • Jul 8, 2025 • 96 minsIn Today’s Episode: Could a Lamp Heal You? Join us as we talk with John Graham Harper, professional athlete turned wellness entrepreneur and founder of Lumaflex, who shares his insights on how red light therapy helped him recover from chronic injuries—and why he believes it could change how we treat pain forever. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode: -How a tumor diagnosis pushed John to reimagine recovery and rethink his relationship with his body -Why portability, durability, and skin contact are crucial in red light therapy -The surprising hurdles of marketing wellness products without overstating scientific claims Questions We Answer in This Episode: -Could red light therapy really replace pain meds? -What makes Lumaflex different from other devices on the market? -How do personal failures shape a founder’s mission and mindset?
Ep. 47: Is Your Data a Weapon? w/ Rob Turley
S2 E47 • Jul 3, 2025 • 51 minsIn Today’s Episode: Is Your Data a Weapon? Join us as we talk with Rob Turley, founder of RevOps Hitman Consulting and veteran in AI and data strategy, who shares his insights on how consumer data is collected, used, and potentially weaponized in today’s digital world. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode: -The shocking extent of what companies know about you — from your income to your favorite hobbies -How data aggregation is shaping marketing, politics, and even global conflict -Practical ways to protect your digital identity and make informed choices online Questions We Answer in This Episode: -Who’s collecting your data, and what are they doing with it? -Can data really be weaponized to manipulate societies? -What steps can consumers take to opt out and stay safe?
Ep. 46: Is Moringa a Miracle Tree? w/ Emily Cunningham
S2 E46 • Jul 1, 2025 • 63 minsIn Today’s Episode: Is Moringa a Miracle Tree? Join us as we talk with Emily Cunningham, co-founder of True Moringa and Forbes 30 Under 30 awardee, who shares her insights on the power of the moringa tree, regenerative farming, and how beauty and wellness can fuel social impact in Ghana and beyond. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode: -How moringa’s unique nutritional profile and fast growth make it a game-changer for skincare and sustainability. -Why co-creation with local farmers is key to solving poverty and building resilient supply chains. -What makes regenerative agriculture not just a buzzword, but a lifeline for people and the planet. Questions We Answer in This Episode: -Why is moringa called the “miracle tree” and what can it actually do? -Can oil really be good for your skin—even if you have acne or oily skin? -How does a tree help fight poverty and empower women in rural Ghana?
Ep. 45: Can You Rewire Your Brain? w/ Chloe Deutscher
S2 E45 • Jun 26, 2025 • 15 minsIn Today’s Episode: Can You Rewire Your Brain? Join us as host Chloe Deutscher, mindset coach and transformation expert, dives into the neuroscience and practical tools behind breaking free from negative thought loops and reprogramming your mind for lasting change. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode: -Why your default mode network keeps you stuck—and how to disrupt it -How to use theta states, visualization, and EFT tapping to reshape beliefs -The surprising role of your physical environment and psychedelics in mental rewiring Questions We Answer in This Episode: -Can negative thought patterns actually be changed? -What are the most powerful tools to reprogram the mind? -How does your body influence your beliefs and mindset?
Ep. 44: Can the Male Loneliness Epidemic be Solved? w/ Cody & CJ
S2 E44 • Jun 24, 2025 • 70 minsIn Today’s Episode: Can the Male Loneliness Epidemic Be Solved? Join us as we talk about the male loneliness epidemic—what's really causing it and how we can actually start solving it. From emotional conditioning and social disconnection to dating apps and AI companions, we break down the science, stigma, and societal shifts behind one of today’s most urgent mental health crises. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode: -Male loneliness is more about loss of group belonging than lack of romance -Job security, emotional suppression, and outdated gender norms fuel disconnection -Real solutions come from specific action, emotional intelligence, and community building Questions We Answer in This Episode: -Why are so many men feeling disconnected and isolated today? -What’s the difference between male and female loneliness? -Can AI, online groups, or dating apps actually solve loneliness—or make it worse?
Ep. 42: Are Marketers Hacking Your Brain? w/ Dr. Christophe Morin
S2 E42 • Jun 19, 2025 • 106 minsIn Today’s Episode: Are Marketers Hacking Your Brain? Join us as we talk with Dr. Christophe Morin, neuroscientist, author, and pioneer in neuromarketing, who shares his insights on how marketing campaigns use brain science to influence your decisions — often without you realizing it. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode: -The primal brain’s dominant role in how we make purchasing decisions -Why emotional arousal, not logic, drives consumer behavior -How marketers use neuromarketing and AI to influence choices — and how to protect yourself Questions We Answer in This Episode: -What is neuromarketing and how does it work? -Can marketers truly “hack” your brain and nudge your behavior? -How can consumers become more conscious and resistant to manipulation?
Ep. 41: Is Wellness the New Wealth? w/ Frank Ricciardi
S2 E41 • Jun 17, 2025 • 94 minsIn Today’s Episode: Is Wellness the New Wealth? Join us as we talk with Frank, founder of Mavee and a visionary wellness entrepreneur, who shares his powerful story of walking away from corporate burnout to create a platform redefining what it means to be well. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode: -Why true wellness begins with becoming emotionally and mentally available to yourself -How a burnout-induced sabbatical sparked the creation of a radically transparent wellness platform -Why Mavee is building an ecosystem that rewards people for being well, not just treating illness Questions We Answer in This Episode: -What does it mean to be “well” in a hyperconnected, performance-driven world? -How can consumers avoid being misled by wellness marketing and misinformation? -Why are companies like Mavee rewarding healthy behavior — and could this reshape healthcare?
Ep. 40: Are You Chasing Enough? w/ Brandon Luckett
S2 E40 • Jun 12, 2025 • 71 minsIn Today’s Episode: Are You Chasing Enough? Join us as we talk with Brandon Luckett, 5x CrossFit Games athlete, board-certified medical physicist, and founder of The EMOM Company, who shares his insights on simplifying fitness, building resilience through discipline, and why the pursuit itself might matter more than the goal. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode: -The two surprisingly simple pillars of extreme fitness -Why high-achievers often struggle with fulfillment — and what to do about it -How physical challenge shapes mental and spiritual growth Questions We Answer in This Episode: -What does it really take to become one of the fittest people on earth? -How do we stop moving the goalpost and find joy in the chase? -What are the biggest lies the fitness industry tells you?
Ep. 39: Can Algae Save You? w/ Catharine Arnston
S2 E39 • Jun 10, 2025 • 113 minsIn Today’s Episode: Can Algae Save You? Join us as we talk with Catharine Arnston, founder of ENERGYbits and algae evangelist, who shares her insights on how algae could revolutionize nutrition, cellular health, and disease prevention. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode: -How spirulina and chlorella offer dense, clean nutrition that rivals vegetables and supplements -Why algae may be the missing link in mitochondrial health and longevity -The untold story of how Catharine built ENERGYbits from a personal mission into a scientific movement Questions We Answer in This Episode: -Can algae help prevent or support recovery from chronic disease? -What makes spirulina and chlorella different—and which one should you take? -How did Catharine go from zero science background to becoming a leading voice on algae?
Ep. 38: Why is Methylene Blue Trending? w/ Cody & Chloe
S2 E38 • Jun 5, 2025 • 31 minsIn Today’s Episode: Why Is Methylene Blue Trending? Join us as we talk with Chloe Elgar, co-host of The Decision Lab Podcast and wellness expert, who shares her insights on jet lag recovery, the science behind methylene blue, and the controversial return of diet culture. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode: -How methylene blue may boost cellular energy and reduce inflammation -Tools for managing jet lag without relying on caffeine -The rise of “SkinnyTok” and what it reveals about evolving beauty standards Questions We Answer in This Episode: -What is methylene blue and why are people taking it? -Can methylene blue really help with jet lag and brain fog? -How should we navigate the rebranding of diet culture on social media?