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Discover how you can live without constant hunger and fatigue, brain fog, poor sleep, and other low-energy symptoms. The Energy Balance Podcast will teach you how to maximize your cellular energy so you can take back your health and finally experience clear-headed focus, restful sleep, and all-day energy you didn’t think was possible.
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A Good Run Podcast offers pieces of political history as personally experienced by Dan Feldman, a New York State legislator between 1981 and 1998 and current public management professor at John Jay College. The series includes revealing encounters between Feldman and such legendary New York political figures as Ed Koch, Mario Cuomo and John Lindsay, as well as with figures still prominent in American politics. His two children, Asher and Leah, take turns interviewing Dan about topics recount ...
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The Alpha Human Podcast

The Alpha Human Podcast

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The Alpha Human Podcast features interviews with the mavericks, thought leaders, and innovators who defy conventional wisdom and shift the paradigm on how to optimize our skills, actions and mindset … those who lead the way to a better, brighter, and more powerful world to come for mankind. We are dedicated to sharing the unique knowledge acquired by trailblazers, high achievers, and subject-matter experts, who through insights into novel concepts, advances in the application of their craft, ...
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In this episode of the Alpha Human Podcast, Lawrence Rosenberg welcomes Jeff Struecker, a distinguished US Army Ranger and member of the Ranger Hall of Fame, who served in 17 combat deployments across five US wars, including the infamous Battle of Mogadishu, which was memorialized in the film Black Hawk Down. The discussion explores how Jeff overca…
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In this episode we discuss: How to fix adrenal fatigue and adrenal insufficiency and whether these are really adrenal problems Whether it makes sense to use desiccated adrenal products or hydrocortisone for adrenal fatigue How the GAPS diet can resolve autoimmune issues and whether you should consider trying it How to improve fat digestion and bile…
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In this episode we discuss: The research behind vitamin A toxicity and whether vitamin A is really a poison Whether you need to be concerned about the use of Accutane Whether retinoic acid is toxic because it’s used as a chemotherapeutic agent Whether Grant Genereux’s claims about vitamin A toxicity are valid Free Energy Balance Food Guide: https:/…
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In this episode we discuss: Whether vitamin A toxicity exists and is something you need to be worried about Whether Grant Genereux’s claims about vitamin A deficiency are valid Whether vitamin A is actually a poison rather than a vitamin What we think about the current state of the Ray Peat forum The research on vitamin A deficiencies and whether v…
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Disclaimer: The content of this podcast, and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it are not intended, and are not to be used as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. You should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition you may have, and you should seek the assist…
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In this episode we discuss: Why serotonin is NOT the “happy hormone” and you may not want to increase it How serotonin and depression relate to stress and energy balance Whether SSRIs are effective for depression How SSRIs actually work, their impact on metabolism, and whether they’re the best treatment option for depression The real drivers of dep…
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In this episode we discuss: Concerns surrounding fructose malabsorption and whether fructose is really a FODMAP Whether you need to be concerned about excess fructose in foods Whether you should avoid sugar and supplement with fish oil for brain inflammation Diet and supplement strategies for brain injuries The impacts of drinking alcohol from the …
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In this episode we discuss: The validity of the counterarguments against the Lipid Energy Model Whether the Lipid Energy Model means that high LDL does not increase cardiovascular disease risk How thyroid and metabolism relate to high LDL on a low-carb diet What the Lean Mass Hyper-Responder phenotype means in terms of metabolic health Whether low-…
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On this episode of The Alpha Human Podcast, host Lawrence Rosenberg talks with Sgt. Charlie Eipper, a former U.S. Army helicopter pilot with over 30 years of front-line law enforcement experience. Sgt. Eipper spent 16 years as a member of the Wichita Falls, Texas SWAT team, gaining extensive experience as a SWAT sniper and serving as the head of th…
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In this episode we discuss: Whether you should be concerned about high LDL or high cholesterol on a low-carb diet The validity of the Lean Mass Hyper-Responder (LMHR) Phenotype and Lipid Energy Model proposed by Dave Feldman The metabolic state that drives the Lipid Energy Model How the "Lean Mass Hyper-Responder" and Lipid Energy Model support the…
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In this episode we discuss: How increasing carbohydrate intake actually improves insulin sensitivity, even in people with type 2 diabetes The research showing that fatty liver disease and cardiovascular disease are both characterized by excess fatty acid oxidation The research showing that fatty liver disease and cardiovascular disease are both cha…
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In this episode we discuss: Insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes are diseases of excess fat burning and impaired glucose metabolism How increasing carbohydrate intake improves insulin sensitivity, even in people with type 2 diabetes Evidence supporting the bioenergetic view of insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes Why carbs are not actually the …
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In this episode we discuss: Why you might want to think twice about using resistant starch for blood sugar regulation and gut health Ways to increase or reduce the amount of resistant starch in the foods you eat How to tell if resistant starch is negatively impacting your gut health, and why non-resistant starch may also pose a problem The optimal …
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In this episode of the Alpha Human Podcast, Lawrence Rosenberg talks with Jay Feldman, host of The Energy Balance Podcast, who offers a deep dive into the bioenergetic perspective on health, challenging prevailing dietary paradigms, particularly the skepticism around high-carbohydrate diets and the necessity of carbohydrates. Feldman methodically d…
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In this episode we discuss: How spore-based probiotics differ from typical probiotics and whether we should be using either of them to improve our gut health Whether low-carb or ketogenic diets are an ideal solution for epilepsy The role of gut health and metabolism in epileptic seizures Concerns with using low- or no-calorie sweeteners Whether ste…
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In this episode of the Alpha Human Podcast, host Lawrence Rosenberg talks with Bill Rapier, a former Navy SEAL who spent 14 years as an elite operator with the Naval Special Warfare Development Group (DEVGRU) and who is now dedicated to leveraging his vast experience in special operations to train civilians in self-defense through AMTAC Shooting an…
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In this episode we discuss: Why insulin resistance and diabetes are not caused by excess carbohydrate consumption and are not actually an insulin signaling problem The problems with the idea of metabolic flexibility, earning your carbs, and the carb-insulin model of obesity Why carbs are beneficial even for people who have insulin resistance or dia…
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In this episode of the Alpha Human Podcast, Lawrence Rosenberg talks with Jeff Tiegs, a distinguished combat veteran with over 25 years of experience across elite units within U.S. Special Operations. Tiegs's military journey took him from serving as an Army Ranger and Green Beret to leadership roles as an assault force commander and Lieutenant Col…
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In this episode we discuss: Our thoughts on Chris Palmer’s “Brain Energy” theory of mental health Why low carb diets are not the solution for anxiety and depression and what to do instead What most people miss when it comes to weight loss and why we shouldn’t focus on fat-burning Strategies to optimally manage blood sugar for Type 1 Diabetes Whethe…
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In this episode we discuss: The unexpected costs of using excess exercise to lose weight Our thoughts on Herman Pontzer’s book Burn and the Constrained Model of Energy Expenditure Our thoughts on Ted Naiman’s protein to energy ratio diet (PE Diet) The cost of eating too much protein and what to do instead How to increase caloric intake to raise you…
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Disclaimer: The content of this podcast, and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it are not intended, and are not to be used as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. You should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition you may have, and you should seek the assist…
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In this episode we discuss: Studies showing that omega-3 consumption decreases lifespan and increases disease processes The potentially harmful effects of omega-3 usage during pregnancy on offspring The impact of omega-3s on inflammation, endotoxin, and mitochondrial respiration The data in native cultures showing that omega-3 intake doesn’t improv…
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Disclaimer: The content of this podcast, and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it are not intended, and are not to be used as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. You should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition you may have, and you should seek the assist…
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In this episode we discuss: Studies showing that fish oil and cod liver oil supplementation increase oxidative damage in humans, even in the triglyceride form alongside antioxidants Why omega-3s are harmful in both healthy and unhealthy humans The harmful metabolic and hormetic effects of omega-3s (and why omega-3s aren’t beneficial due to hormesis…
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Disclaimer: The content of this podcast, and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it are not intended, and are not to be used as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. You should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition you may have, and you should seek the assist…
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In this episode we discuss: Whether the research suggesting that omega-3s decrease mortality is valid Omega-6 intake as a major confounding variable when looking at omega-3 research The dramatic lifespan-lowering effect of omega-3s and total PUFA across all species How omega-3s increase susceptibility to oxidative stress and damage Looking at the M…
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In this episode of The Alpha Human Podcast, Lawrence Rosenberg shares his experience with chromophobe kidney cancer and how taking control of his healing journey transformed his mindset, fostering hope and positivity. He delves into the concept of locus of control, discussing its psychological significance in recovery. He also explores studies demo…
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In this episode we discuss: Individualism and competition vs. collaboration and communitarianism Whether humans are inherently selfish and destructive The cost of social media and other forms of distraction How drugs and alcohol can function as numbing agents Why many causes that appear worthy turn out to be distractions from the real problems Chec…
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In this episode we discuss: How lower wages and higher costs have dramatically reduced our quality of life How we’ve ended up working more and resting less with worse outcomes Whether advancements in technology have improved the quality of life of the average person How marketing and consumerism keep us on the hamster wheel The hidden costs of conv…
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In this episode we discuss: Why culture matters and how we can effectively navigate it The impact of the diet culture and the “eat less exercise more” paradigm How Western culture blames the individual for their poor health and the toll that this takes The problems with excess work, time indoors, and sedentarism How the modern medical system takes …
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In this episode we discuss: Why you want to avoid vegetarian-fed chicken and acorn-fed pork The best bioenergetic fat, protein, and carb sources Why it’s best to avoid salmon and bluefin tuna, and what fish and seafood to have instead Whether we should be including vegetables and fiber in our diet How to avoid vegetable oils and what fats to use in…
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Disclaimer: The content of this podcast, and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it are not intended, and are not to be used as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. You should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition you may have, and you should seek the assist…
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In this episode we discuss: Optimal macronutrient breakdowns for meals and snacks How to calculate your protein, carbohydrate, and fat needs How to use taste, cravings, hunger, and experimentation to guide your macro intake How to find your starting calorie intake The optimal number of meals and snacks to have in a day Download the Free Energy Bala…
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In this episode we discuss: The problems with using T4-only medications like Synthroid and levothyroxine for hypothyroidism When it makes sense to use thyroid hormone supplements How to use T3, T4, and/or desiccated thyroid (NDT) for hypothyroidism Whether thyroid hormones should be taken away from food due to absorption concerns Whether we should …
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In this episode we discuss: How fasting decreases thyroid function Why carbs are essential for thyroid function Specific anti-thyroid foods to avoid Why interventions like cold thermogenesis, caloric restriction, and fasting are not the answer for hypothyroidism The impact of sleep on our thyroid health Sign up for the Free Energy Balance Mini-Cour…
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In this episode we discuss: What causes Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism How to properly interpret your thyroid bloodwork (and what your doctor likely doesn’t know about thyroid testing) How your cholesterol values can be used as markers of thyroid status How symptoms like metabolic rate, body temperature, and pulse rate can be more helpful than blood te…
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Disclaimer: The content of this podcast, and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it are not intended, and are not to be used as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. You should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition you may have, and you should seek the assist…
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In this episode we discuss: The factors that affect thyroid hormone production, conversion, transport, and uptake How high TSH levels cause damage to the thyroid gland High-carb diets vs. low-carb diets for thyroid health Why restricting calories is not the way to go if you’re struggling with hypothyroidism The effects of PUFA and endotoxin on thyr…
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In this episode we discuss: Why hypothyroidism is not the root cause of your issues Why TSH on its own is not a good marker of thyroid status The importance of thyroid hormones for sex hormone production, gut health, and immune function T3’s effects on autophagy, mitochondrial biogenesis, and uncoupling Whether low thyroid activity is beneficial fo…
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Disclaimer: The content of this podcast, and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it are not intended, and are not to be used as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. You should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition you may have, and you should seek the assist…
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In this episode we discuss: Why uncoupling is harmful in certain contexts and how PUFA cause constant, low-level uncoupling The involvement of uncoupling, mitochondrial biogenesis, autophagy, heat shock proteins, and hypoxia-inducible factors in the stress response How stress prevents our mitochondria from effectively producing energy How chronic s…
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In this episode of The Alpha Human Podcast, Lawrence delves into drugs that can induce Ferroptosis, a form of cell death characterized by the accumulation of lipid peroxides and iron-dependent reactive oxygen species, as this might be an Achilles' heel for cancers that exhibit iron overload.Although there are currently no approved drugs designed fo…
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In this episode we discuss: Why stress is not your friend The effects of cortisol on your mitochondria Hans Selye’s general adaptation syndrome How cortisol causes mitochondrial dysfunction, heart disease, insulin resistance, autoimmunity, allergies & hypersensitivity, mineral imbalances, and cancer metabolism Why acute stress does not lead to impr…
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In this episode of the Alpha Human Podcast, Lawrence Rosenberg dives into the fascinating connection between iron overload and cancer. Iron is an essential micronutrient that plays a crucial role in various biological processes, including energy production, DNA synthesis, and immune system function. However, excess iron is also toxic and iron accum…
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In this thought-provoking episode of the Alpha Human Podcast, Lawrence presents compelling insights from the medical and scientific literature that challenge the traditional theory of cancer as a disease driven by genetic mutations, introducing evidence that underwrites alternative explanations for how cancer develops. The episode also explores the…
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The cancer doctors of today are overwhelmed, seeing up to 20 patients per day (some as many as 25-30) while juggling an array of administrative tasks. With little time to stay up-to-date on cutting-edge advances, it's no surprise that a staggering 87% of these doctors don't participate in clinical research. Not only are they struggling to keep up, …
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In the latest episode of the Alpha Human Podcast, Lawrence shares his experience of delving into the medical literature for six months after being told that other than surgery, there were no effective treatments for his type of cancer. The results of his genetic analysis showed that his tumor had a mutation of the DDX41 gene, responsible for creati…
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In this must-listen to episode of the Alpha Human Podcast, Lawrence shares his personal story about living with kidney cancer and why doing your own research and getting multiple medical opinions is crucial. Learn from his experience as he reveals why doctors, no matter how qualified, may not have all the answers, and how you can take control of yo…
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Dr. Gabrielle Lyon is an osteopathic physician specializing in functional and muscle-centric medicine as well as brain and thyroid health, longevity, and mitigating disease. Dr. Lyon has a practice in NYC where she leverages evidence-based medicine and cutting-edge science to restore metabolism, balance hormones, and optimize body composition, and …
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Michael Walsh is a journalist, screenwriter, and New York Times best-selling author of numerous critically acclaimed novels and works of non-fiction including "And All the Saints," a fictionalized account of the life of Owen Madden, the so-called "Irish Godfather," for which he won the 2004 American Book Award, as well as"The Devil’s Pleasure Palac…
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