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?
Are Psychics Legit? w/ Cody & CJ
Bonus • Jun 3, 2025 • 64 minsIn Today’s Bonus Episode: Are Psychics Legit Join us as TDL hosts Cody Isabel and CJ Evans break down a televised reading by celebrity medium Tyler Henry and explore the psychology behind why so many people believe in psychics. From emotional storytelling to statistical guesswork, they reveal how mediums often use social science—not spiritual powers—to create the illusion of supernatural insight. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode: -Cold reading techniques like Barnum statements, shotgunning, and push statements are commonly used by psychics to appear insightful. -Emotional vulnerability and confirmation bias can make even the most skeptical people believe in supernatural readings. -While readings may offer comfort, they can also delay deeper healing and make individuals dependent on external validation. Questions We Answer in This Episode: -How do psychics seem to know personal information? -Why are people so drawn to mediums during times of trauma? -What are the risks of relying on psychics for healing?
Ep. 37: Is ADHD Aging Your Brain? w/ Cody & Chloe
S2 E37 • May 29, 2025 • 46 minsIn Today’s Episode: Is ADHD Aging Your Brain? Join us as hosts Chloe and Cody dive into cutting-edge research on ADHD, iron imbalances, and their surprising link to dementia risk. They also unpack how nervous system regulation shapes our reality and explore the dark side of spiritual bypassing in wellness culture. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode: -How brain iron imbalances in ADHD could accelerate cognitive decline -Why regulating your nervous system changes how you see the world -How to tell the difference between true healing and spiritual avoidance Questions We Answer in This Episode: -Is there a real connection between ADHD and dementia? -How can you know if you’re resting or just frozen in a trauma response? -When is meditation helpful—and when does it actually hurt?
Ep. 36: What if Chill Was Instant? w/ David Sorkin
S2 E36 • May 27, 2025 • 71 minsIn Today’s Episode: What If Chill Was Instant? Join us as we talk with David Sorkin, co-founder of Lucy Goosey and a spiritually driven young entrepreneur, who shares his insights on building a calming supplement brand that fuses science, wellness, and spirituality. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode: -How buccal absorption offers a faster, more effective delivery mechanism for calming ingredients -Why spiritual intention is at the core of Lucy Goosey’s product development and brand ethos -The science-backed approach to formulating a non-addictive, clean stress relief alternative Questions We Answer in This Episode: -What does it mean to “invoice God” when building a business? -How can you create a supplement that works instantly, without relying on stimulants or harsh sedatives? -Can a calming pouch actually replace ZYN or alcohol in your daily routine?
Ep. 35: Can Serotonin Cure Addiction? w/ Cody and Chloe
S2 E35 • May 22, 2025 • 29 minsJoin us for this host-only edition of TDL where we share insights on how serotonin and dopamine interact in the brain—and what that might mean for addiction recovery, mental health, and women’s wellness. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode: -New research shows dopamine and serotonin must spike together to create the most addictive brain responses. -Natural serotonin boosters like sunlight, touch, and laughter could help reduce addictive behaviors. -Women's health is shifting toward prioritizing mental strength, nervous system regulation, and holistic wellness in 2025. Questions We Answer in This Episode: -Can increasing serotonin blunt the addictiveness of dopamine spikes? -What does it really mean to build “mental strength”—and how do we train it? -Why has menopause been misunderstood for so long, and what can we do about it?
Ep. 34: Is Formula Harming Babies? w/ Lauren Wright
S2 E34 • May 20, 2025 • 58 minsJoin us as we talk with Lauren Wright, founder of The Natural Nipple and CoCreate, and a pioneering nurse practitioner and scientist, who shares her insights on how breast milk shapes the immune system, the surprising risks of formula feeding, and how microbiome science could redefine fertility. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode: -Breast milk isn’t just nutrition—it delivers tailored immune protection through “crosstalk” between baby and mother. -Standard bottles may lead to choking and poor development due to improper milk flow rates—especially in preemies. -Your microbiome could hold the key to extending your fertility window and delaying menopause. Questions We Answer in This Episode: -Is formula feeding disrupting infant immune development and costing billions in preventable diseases? -Can microbes actually influence how long women stay fertile? -What’s the science behind “the third boob”—and how is it changing bottle feeding forever?
Ep. 33: Can You Meet Your Future Self? w/ Cody Isabel
S2 E33 • May 15, 2025 • 11 minsIn Today’s Episode: Can You Meet Your Future Self? Join host Cody Isabel—brain scientist and founder of Mind Brain Body Lab—as he breaks down groundbreaking research from UCLA that could radically transform the way you make decisions. In this solo episode, Cody unpacks the science of how your relationship with your future self directly impacts your health, motivation, and everyday choices. This isn’t just theory—it’s actionable brain science. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode: -Why your brain treats your future self like a stranger—and how that sabotages your goals -The two-minute writing exercise proven to boost healthy habits -How naming and befriending your future self can rewire your decision-making Questions We Answer in This Episode: -What does UCLA’s new research say about future self-connection? -Why don’t motivation and willpower work for long-term goals? -How can you make better choices by mentally “befriending” your future self?
Ep. 32: Can Snacks Boost Your Brain? w/ Chris Bernard
S2 E32 • May 13, 2025 • 77 minsIn Today’s Episode: Can Snacks Boost Your Brain? Join us as we talk with Chris “Bernie” Bernard, co-founder and CEO of MindRight, who shares his incredible journey from building a global snowboarding brand to pioneering brain-boosting snacks. Bernie reveals how personal struggles with burnout and brain fog inspired him to dive deep into the world of nootropics, adaptogens, and transparent supplement manufacturing. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode: -How Bernie turned a chance street encounter into a lifelong love and a business pivot -The biggest problems with today’s supplement industry (and how MindRight is fixing them) -Why clinically backed ingredients and third-party testing are non-negotiables for long-term brain health Questions We Answer in This Episode: -What makes a nootropic snack actually effective? -How do you go from idea to a product on the shelf (with Rob Dyrdek involved)? -What shady practices should consumers watch for in supplements and food labels?
Ep. 31: Could AI Replace Therapists? w/ Cody and Chloe
S2 E31 • May 8, 2025 • 30 minsIn Today’s Episode: Could AI Replace Therapists? Join hosts Cody Isabel and Chloe Deutscher as they unpack the rise of AI-powered therapy, new neuroscience behind Lion’s Mane mushrooms, and a shocking greenwashing scandal shaking the supplement world. This host-only episode is packed with sharp takes, emerging science, and questions that challenge the future of health and wellness. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode: -Lion’s Mane shows real potential for stimulating nerve growth and memory enhancement. -AI chatbots may reduce anxiety—but are they ready to handle real mental health needs? -Major supplement brands are under fire for misleading “clean” claims. Questions We Answer in This Episode: -Can AI actually replace a therapist—or should it just be a support tool? -How do Lion’s Mane and BDNF really impact the brain? -What should consumers look for to verify supplement safety?
Ep. 30: Can You Hack Safety? w/ Dr. David Rabin
S2 E1 • May 6, 2025 • 92 minsIn Today’s Episode: Can You Hack Safety? Join us as we talk with Dr. David Rabin, a board-certified psychiatrist, neuroscientist, and co-founder of Apollo Neuro, who shares his insights on how safety — not just therapy or medication — may be the foundational key to healing trauma and optimizing performance. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode: -How vibration, touch, and sound can activate the vagus nerve and create instant calm -Why the ability to feel safe may determine whether stress leads to growth or disease -The science behind MDMA-assisted therapy, belief as biology, and reprogramming the epigenetic effects of trauma Questions We Answer in This Episode: -Can technology help you feel safe in your body? -What actually changes in the brain during a psychedelic experience? -Does the body really keep the score — and can we rewrite it?
Ep. 29: Is Anxiety Optional? w/ Todd Steinberg
E29 • Apr 14, 2025 • 61 minsIn Today’s Episode: Is Anxiety Optional? Join us as we talk with Todd Steinberg, founder of Komuso Design and creator of the Shift, who shares his insights on using breathwork as a wearable, science-backed solution to everyday stress and anxiety. From childhood anxiety to entrepreneurship, Todd’s journey reveals how simple tools can create profound mental clarity. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode: -Anxiety isn’t an identity — it’s a habit you can rewire. -Breath is the fastest, most accessible way to shift your state. -No single tool is a cure-all — true wellness requires an “army” of practices. Questions We Answer in This Episode: -Is it really possible to reverse anxiety naturally? -Why don’t we breathe properly — and what changes when we do? -How can wearable tools like SHIFT actually help with stress?