Best Happinesspodcast Podcasts (2024)

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Louise Digby: How Aging Women Can Lose Body Fat 1:03:22

32m ago1:03:22

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Listeners, please welcome Louise Digby to the show, from all the way over from the UK! It is so nice to connect with an international guest like Louise and to hear, unfortunately, that the same problems that exist in America also exist in Europe, especially when it comes to the issues aging women have with losing body fat. In this episode, you will…

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#479 Find Peace in the Rollercoaster of Competition 14:33

2h ago14:33

14:33

Find Peace in the Rollercoaster of Competition: A Guide to Mindful Sports Viewing Are you a sports fan who gets caught up in the emotional rollercoaster of wins and losses? Do post-game blues or heated rivalries leave you feeling stressed rather than entertained? If so, this podcast is for you. We'll explore how to enjoy the thrill of the game with…

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Breather: The Truth Behind Running Overuse Injuries 21:02

2d ago21:02

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Did you know that there is no data that has ever been presented that has shown that elevated, cushioned shoes prevent running injuries? In this podcast, we’re getting to the truth behind the stunning and embarrassing rate of overuse injuries. A 2021 meta study from Europe revealed an annual injury rate of 37 to 56% of regular runners, Runner’s Worl…

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#478 Inevitable Challenges Controllable Responses 14:33

7d ago14:33

14:33

Inevitable Challenges Controllable Responses Life is full of curveballs – unexpected setbacks, difficult people, and moments that test our limits. While we can't control the challenges we face, we always have power over how we react. The "Inevitable Challenges, Controllable Responses" podcast explores this empowering idea. We'll delve into strategi…

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Brad Kearns: The Importance Of Developing The Aerobic System 32:59

9d ago32:59

32:59

I want to talk about the concept of aerobic deficiency—something that is very common, even amongst very fit, high-performing athletes. Aerobic deficiency (a term coined by Dr. Phil Maffetone), or anaerobic excess, means that while you’ve developed tremendous performance skills, the capacity of the aerobic system is lacking due to insufficient aerob…

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#477 Mental Pain as Urgent as Physical Pain 14:27

15d ago14:27

14:27

Mental Pain as Urgent as Physical Pain We're trained to recognize physical pain. A broken bone, a deep cut –these demand immediate attention. But what about the pain that isn't visible? The ache of depression, the sharp sting of anxiety, the relentless throb of unhealed trauma? We've been conditioned to ignore these wounds of the mind, to tell ours…

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Breather: Why Slowing Down Will Help You Go Faster 15:07

16d ago15:07

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In this breather show, you will learn how slowing down can actually help you go faster, which is a crucial subject to gain a deep understanding and appreciation of, lest you have the inclination as a hard-driving athlete to speed up a little bit in the pursuit of getting fitter. It is an unassailable fact of exercise physiology that a robust aerobi…

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Deconstructing Dr. Tommy Wood; Developing Metabolic Efficiency And A Healthy Gut For The Win! (Part 2) 32:16

20d ago32:16

32:16

I am pleased to introduce a rebroadcast of my Deconstructing Dr. Tommy Wood Insights, part 2 show! This episode covers a variety of topics, such as gut health and how it relates to autoimmune and other inflammatory conditions, polarized training, the benefits of consuming more food (and how you know when to dial it back), how long the (negative) ef…

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#476 The Discipline of Happiness (Why Joy Isn’t Accidental) 14:18

22d ago14:18

14:18

The Discipline of Happiness (Why Joy Isn’t Accidental) We often imagine happiness as a fleeting emotion, a stroke of luck that comes and goes. But what if true, sustained joy is something we cultivate, not something we stumble upon? "The Discipline of Happiness: Why Joy Isn't Accidental" explores the idea that happiness, like any skill, requires pr…

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Breather: Overtraining Symptoms Series - Cardiac Symptoms Of Overtraining 18:39

23d ago18:39

18:39

Welcome to a new episode in the ongoing series of symptoms and signs of overreaching, overtraining, and burnout! This content has been inspired by the amazing, comprehensive look at overtraining that I’ve spent a long time working on and is unlike anything you will find anywhere. I intended this to be the go-to guide for everyone—whether you’re wor…

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Brad Kearns: Thoughts About The $2 Million Longevity Man Bryan Johnson 57:41

27d ago57:41

57:41

My thoughts on the $2 million dollar anti-aging man? You’ll hear them all in this episode—I’m talking about Bryan Johnson and his highly debated lifestyle. You may have already heard of Bryan, a tech centi-millionaire based in Los Angeles, since he has become a pretty controversial figure and has faced a lot of ridicule for ridiculously regimented …

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#475 Every Choice Matters (How to Shape a Positive Future) 14:30

1M ago14:30

14:30

Every choice we make, no matter how seemingly insignificant, has the power to ripple through our lives and shape our future. It's easy to get caught up in the day-to-day and overlook the long-term consequences of our decisions. However, recognizing that each choice carries weight is an empowering first step towards building the kind of future you d…

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Breather: Overtraining Symptoms Series - Could Libido Be The Single Best Regulator Of Training Stress-Rest Balance In Training? 8:25

1M ago8:25

8:25

Welcome to another episode in the continuing series about signs and symptoms of overtraining, overreaching, and impending burnout. As you’ll hear in this episode, libido is the single best regulator of training, and I would argue that libido is a proxy for your overall state of heat and vitality, especially as you age, since cortisol doesn’t just a…

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Brad Kearns: How Therapeutic Cold Exposure Can Literally Reverse Aging 26:38

1M ago26:38

26:38

We’re going to get really science-y in today’s episode, but thanks to my former podcast guest Dude Spellings and his brilliant interpretations of the research published by Dr. Jack Kruse on cold thermogenesis, we will be reviewing these mind-blowing insights in an easy to understand way. If you want to learn essential information about cold therapy…

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#474 Being Present (Seeing the World with an Unconditioned Heart) 15:34

1M ago15:34

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Being Present (Seeing the World with an Unconditioned Heart) Being present means shedding the filters of judgment, expectation, and reactivity that color our experience of the world. It's about witnessing each moment with the open curiosity of a child. Our hearts, often hardened by past hurts or future worries, become filters through which we perce…

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Breather: Overtraining Symptoms Series - Twitchy Muscles, Skin Problems, Sore Throats 8:53

1M ago8:53

8:53

In this show, we continue our discussion about symptoms of overtraining. The symptoms discussed in today’s show however, are particularly important because they are not symptoms that most people typically associate with overtraining. I’m talking about twitchy muscles, issues with your skin (acne, rashes, rosacea, eczema, psoriasis, and even excessi…

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Dr. Casey Means: Good Energy, Mitochondrial Health, And How To Overcome Our Broken Medical System 1:22:46

1M ago1:22:46

1:22:46

Get ready for a powerful, informative, and passionate show with my good friend, Dr. Casey Means! It’s been four years since our first show, and Dr. Casey is back to talk about the culmination of her life’s work—her book Good Energy: The Surprising Connection Between Metabolism and Limitless Health, which she wrote with her brother, Calley Means. In…

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#473 Accepting The World As It Is 15:34

2M ago15:34

15:34

Accepting The World As It Is Accommodate your mind to the way the world works, not to the way you wish the world worked. 1. Acceptance of Reality: At its core, it emphasizes the importance of accepting the world as it is, rather than clinging to idealized expectations. Sometimes there's a gap between how we want things to be and how they actually a…

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Breather: Cortisol, Digestion, And Menstruation 13:59

1M ago13:59

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Here we go with another breather show in this series about overtraining symptoms, warning signs, and ways to take corrective action. As you can tell by the title of this show, this episode is all about the link between cortisol, digestion, and menstruation. You will learn about healthy cortisol function and why it’s essential for healthy living, sy…

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Q&A: Optimal Sprint Duration, Genetics Of Sleep, Blue Zones Hype Vs. Truth, Brad Being Honest 45:32

2M ago45:32

45:32

Great questions from listeners in this Q&A show, including the subtle and natural taste of B.rad Superfuel versus most ultra-sweet proteins, walking barefoot safely, if I can really “sprint” for 30,40,50 seconds? (no! that’s a HIIT session), are sleep requirements genetic? (yes—hear more in my show about sleep with RiseScience founder Jeff Kahn) an…

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#472 Patience Is a Virtue. Why? 15:04

2M ago15:04

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Patience is a virtue because it cultivates inner strength and sound judgment. In a world that often feels rushed and demanding, the ability to wait calmly and tolerate delays empowers us to make clear-headed decisions rather than act impulsively. Patience helps us avoid acting out of frustration or anger, thus preventing hasty choices that could ha…

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Breather: Overtraining Symptoms Series - Thirst, Overheating, Frequent Urination, And Sodium-Potassium Imbalance 10:52

2M ago10:52

10:52

Welcome to another addition in our long series of commentary about the comprehensive signs of overreaching and overtraining. This content is inspired by the incredibly thorough look at all aspects of overtraining and remedies that is contained in the Primal Fitness Expert Certification course, and this topic is such an important one to discuss—it i…

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Dr. Judson Brandeis: Should I Go On Hormone Replacement? And Popular Protocols For Perfecting Penile Performance 1:04:25

2M ago1:04:25

1:04:25

I am so pleased to welcome Dr. Judson Brandeis, America’s favorite urologist, back to the show for a second interview! His Brandeis MD clinic is at the absolute cutting edge of male sexual wellness and longevity technology, and we talk about some of the treatments and protocols I went through when I was at his office for our first show. In this epi…

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#471 Seeing Others As Crippled, Not Evil 15:19

2M ago15:19

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Seeing Others As Crippled, Not Evil The phrase "seeing others as crippled, not evil" suggests a fundamental shift in how we perceive people often stigmatized, misunderstood, or labeled as bad. Here's a breakdown of what this perspective might entail: 1. Challenging Assumptions about Evil Evil as a label:"Evil" is a weighty term often used to dehuma…

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Breather: Are Muscle Cramps Indicative Of Overtraining? 14:28

2M ago14:28

14:28

There are two main types of cramps: sudden-onset and a severe localized cramp of a specific muscle (e.g., the right calf) is more likely due to central nervous system fatigue than dehydration or electrolyte depletion. Cramps that progress from mild to severe and are bilateral (i.e., both calves or both hamstrings) are more likely due to dehydration…

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Q&A: Fueling During Endurance Exercise, Losing Fat Quickly, Calcium Scans For Athletes, Adjusting MAF Heart Rates 36:23

2M ago36:23

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In this Q&A, I share the story of an ultra-endurance athlete who improved their health and lowered blood pressure by adding meat to their diet, if we need to consume fat (bacon and avocado!) during ultramarathons (short answer: no!), and whether or not I recommend eating fruit and high protein every day, regardless of athletic goals? I also share t…

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#470 Pain Is Inevitable, But Suffering Is Optional 14:42

2M ago14:42

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Pain is inevitable because it's a natural part of being human. We experience challenges, losses, and setbacks, leading to unavoidable emotional and sometimes physical pain. Suffering, however, is not just the pain itself. It's the mental and emotional anguish we create around the pain. This includes negative thoughts, dwelling on the past, resistin…

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Breather: Symptoms of Overtraining During Workouts 10:43

2M ago10:43

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It’s important to pay close attention at all times to symptoms of overreaching and overtraining and take corrective action immediately (this is true for both novices and competitive types), and this episode will teach you how to do this. As you will hear, the best leading indicator of overtraining is a slower MAF test performance—this is where you …

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Dr. Elisha Goldstein - Mindfulness In The Age Of Distractibility And Hyper-Connectivity 1:00:19

2M ago1:00:19

1:00:19

I have an awesome and beautiful rebroadcast episode for you today from Dr. Elisha Goldstein—founder of the Center for Mindful Living in Los Angeles, CA, along with his wife, co-founder Stefanie. They do incredible work there and this interview was one of the best discussions I’ve had for this show—and it will stop all us distracted, multitasking, t…

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#469 Punished Not For Your Anger, But By Your Anger 15:26

2M ago15:26

15:26

Punished Not For Your Anger, But By Your Anger We will not be punished for our anger, but we might be punished by our anger, if we aren’t careful: Consequences of uncontrolled anger: While you won't face external punishment for expressing anger, the emotion itself can lead to negative consequences. It can damage relationships, cloud judgment, and h…

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Breather: Understand Overreaching As Adaptive, But Dangerous 9:47

2M ago9:47

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“Overreaching” is a popular term to describe a period of escalated training that generates fitness improvements or competitive success, but which is not sustainable over the long term. As you’ll learn during this breather show, overreaching should be best characterized as early-stage overtraining—plenty of overreaching symptoms hint at imbalance an…

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Brad: Forget The Diet Wars! Focus On "Perform, Recover" 1:43:17

3M ago1:43:17

1:43:17

I have had it with the stupid diet wars, so it’s time for a rant and an episode highlighting the big picture perspective of leading a healthy, active, energetic lifestyle and the benefits of focusing on “perform, recover, perform, recover”—my new mantra, which should supercede all the arguing and nitpicking we do about the particulars of plant-base…

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#468 Kindness is My Religion 15:16

3M ago15:16

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Kindness is My Religion Choosing kindness as your guiding principle cultivates a harvest of blessings. Your own spirit flourishes under the sun of selflessness, finding joy in uplifting others. The ripple effect of your actions creates a kinder world, where compassion becomes contagious and bridges form between differences. Deeper connections weave…

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Breather: The Biochemistry Of Overtraining Audio 12:45

3M ago12:45

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It’s important to understand how the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis works relating to the stress response, particularly how we abuse delicate fight or flight mechanisms in hectic, high stress modern life and laying overly-stressful training patterns on top of that. It’s important to understand the endorphin rush through the evolutionary …

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Dr. Tommy Wood And Sensible Healthy Living Suggestions 1:27:03

3M ago1:27:03

1:27:03

It’s time for a rebroadcast of Dr. Tommy Wood content! I can’t speak highly enough about Dr. Tommy—he gives so much sensible, easy to understand health information, is an accomplished physician, researcher, and former head of the Ancestral Physicians Society—and in this episode, you will hear sensible and practical health tips from Dr. Tommy (as we…

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#467 The Goal of Life (Embracing the Journey of Self-Improvement) 14:52

3M ago14:52

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The Goal of Life (Embracing the Journey of Self-Improvement) The Elusive Goal of Life The question of life's purpose has haunted humanity for millennia. Philosophers, theologians, and everyday people have pondered its meaning, offering diverse and often conflicting answers. Is it to find happiness? Achieve success? Leave a lasting legacy? While the…

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Breather: Cultivate Intuition To Prevent Overtraining 8:39

3M ago8:39

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In this episode, you will hear some big picture insights about overreaching and overtraining. You will learn about the various symptoms of overtraining so you can become more aware and able to take corrective actions when these symptoms appear, why it is so essential to learn how to cultivate an intuitive approach to training and why intuitive trai…

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