Nicolas Huber — Swiss Olympic Snowboarder — He tested positive for COVID the moment he landed at the Olympics in China… then fought his way out of isolation just in time to compete.

In this uncut conversation we discuss:
• Getting “ported” to a quarantine hotel in Beijing and still making it to Olympic training + competition
• The mental “zone” at the start gate: breathwork, mantras, and committing 100% to the trick
• The hidden danger of freestyle snowboarding: concussions, helicopters, and split-second mistakes
• Why he stopped partying hard to keep up with the next generation (and stay healthy)
• The modern reality of pro athletes: sponsors, content pressure, and performing on + off the snow

00:00 - “I’m gonna do this no matter what” (the mindset that changes everything)
01:30 - Beijing 2022: arriving at the Olympics during COVID
02:18 - Tested positive: isolation, ambulance ride, and the “quarantine lab” hotel
05:17 - Five days locked in… and the moment he finally got released
06:20 - How Olympic qualification really works (top 30 isn’t enough)
08:32 - Going viral in China: “the Swiss comedian” in the Olympic Village
10:51 - Switching back into competition mode after quarantine
11:51 - Visualizing runs like a race car driver (1st-person + 3rd-person)
12:52 - The addictive start-gate feeling: adrenaline, calm, and focus
15:33 - Reality check: falling when finals were within reach
17:29 - The mindset shift for the next Olympics: loving the daily struggle
21:29 - The wild Olympic afterparty: medals, raves, and flying home drunk
24:47 - Party culture vs professionalism: why he had to stop
26:39 - The worst accidents he’s seen: avalanches, concussions, and injuries
29:37 - Getting picked up by helicopter after a heavy concussion
30:53 - How to accept risk: preparation, commitment, and “no hesitation”
35:04 - Athlete life is like entrepreneurship: resilience, struggle, and obsession
38:50 - His definition of success: small things, good people, and impact
41:47 - Starting at 19 when 99% said “you can’t”—and proving them wrong
49:53 - Rapid fire: snowboarding in Saudi Arabia at 35°C + dream tricks
58:27 - The person who changed his life: marriage, stability, and focus
1:00:35 - Sponsors + social media: pressure, contracts, and lack of mental rest
1:09:06 - Deeper purpose: how sport connects people beyond culture and nationality

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Francesco D’Alessio — Keep Productive Founder — The biggest productivity upgrade isn’t a new app—it’s cutting the noise, locking in your principles, and using tools only as a thin layer on top.

In this uncut conversation we discuss:
• What Francesco would do if every productivity app disappeared overnight (and why it’s freeing)
• The Bento Method: packing your day into “large/medium/small” tasks to beat overwhelm
• How building an app changed his empathy for developers—and improved his reviews
• “Rules before tools”: why foundations matter more than chasing the perfect system
• The future of productivity: AI context capture, voice-first workflows, and why workload may actually increase

00:00 - If every productivity app vanished: the notebook fallback
00:33 - Why “more tools” often makes you less productive (and more anxious)
02:51 - Francesco’s origin story: fascination with software → 12 years reviewing apps
04:17 - The most counterintuitive productivity lesson (after building an app)
06:08 - Why Bento was born: fighting overwhelming to-do apps
07:41 - The Bento Method explained: large/medium/small tasks (and the 3/5/7 evolution)
09:44 - Behind the scenes: team setup, co-founder split (product vs marketing)
10:25 - Launch lessons: building for the wrong users + making it engaging
12:07 - “Rules before tools”: foundations, Todoist longevity, and avoiding constant switching
14:02 - The Notion trap: advocating a tool that isn’t right for you
15:07 - The must-have feature in future apps: AI context capture + voice commands
16:38 - Jarvis workflows, Todoist as chassis, AI as engine—and why expectations may rise
21:28 - What excites and scares Francesco: AI efficiency + nonstop work pressure
26:40 - The long-term future: when the best productivity apps become invisible
28:22 - Final mindset shift: tools only take you so far—stop tool-hopping

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Ulrike Guérot — European political scientist — Europe isn’t “the EU,” and the only way out of today’s crisis is to rebuild Europe’s republic‑spirit from culture upward—before war rebuilds it for us.

In this uncut conversation we discuss:
• The 1534 “Europa Regina” map and what it reveals about Europe’s lost identity
• Why the EU’s nation‑state design broke the original citizen‑driven promise of Europe
• How NATO, GAFA, and the dollar created a deep US dependency Europe can’t ignore
• The “oligarchization” of society: why cities homogenize while regions die
• A vision for 2049: Europe as a “big Switzerland” (republican, federal, neutral, cultural)

00:00 - What Europe promised at its “birth”
00:15 - Europe’s origins: Which date counts—and why it matters
00:48 - The 1534 “Europa as a woman” map (Europa Regina)
01:55 - Europe’s promise: unity after religious wars & the Renaissance
03:01 - Art as a warning signal: Europe painted in peace vs. war
04:08 - Ventotene (1941): the forgotten blueprint for a social, democratic Europe
06:00 - Hertenstein (1946): Switzerland’s citizen-led plan for a European federation
07:17 - Churchill in Zurich: how nation-states “won” over citizen democracy
10:42 - Europe ≠ EU: why Guérot says the EU is losing legitimacy
13:47 - The three US dependencies: NATO, GAFA, and the dollar
16:42 - Why Europe’s towns feel worse: neoliberalism, polarization, and lost community
19:20 - Civil war criteria: atomization, rich/poor divides, and broken solidarity
30:09 - Culture vs. hollow globalization: what Europe must recover
32:44 - “The West doesn’t exist”: NATO, propaganda, and the end of the illusion
36:55 - Multipolar world: why the US is a superpower without “civilization” roots
45:46 - War, mass psychology, and why “resonance” is the real political force
52:32 - Build the future now: why today’s ideas shape post-crisis Europe
57:25 - The European Republic: Europe as a big Switzerland (neutral, federal, republican)
1:00:07 - Neutrality studies, sovereignty, AI—and what comes after Pax Americana
1:02:12 - Day X: you can’t control events, but you can control the vision

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Robin Hanson — Social scientist & futurist — The universe looks empty for a reason, and the real “Great Filter” might be a quiet world government that stops humanity from ever expanding.

In this uncut conversation we discuss:
• The Great Filter explained simply—and why even a “small” filter ahead is terrifying
• Why “quiet aliens” are possible, but big civilizations can’t stay hidden for long
• The most plausible future filter: competent world government that bans expansion
• Futarchy: using prediction markets to make policy decisions better than politicians
• The Age of Em: brain emulations, AI civilizations, and why Robin expects a civilizational fall first

00:00 - Welcome & going straight to aliens
00:51 - Fermi Paradox + the Great Filter (explained simply)
04:37 - Could advanced civilizations hide from us?
06:27 - Is the filter ahead of us or behind us?
09:23 - “Grabby aliens” & what we can infer from an empty sky
10:09 - Extinction vs collapse: why permanent failure matters
14:12 - The most likely future filter: a world government that blocks expansion
27:09 - Futarchy explained: governance by prediction markets
42:31 - Applying futarchy to cities & countries (property values, citizenship, national welfare)
55:31 - Top criticisms of futarchy (hypocrisy, selection bias, metrics) + responses
1:10:52 - The Age of Em: brain emulations & a concrete path to “AI”
1:23:26 - Why Robin is more pessimistic now: cultural drift & civilizational decline

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Dr. Tom O'Bryan — Doctor specializing in gluten-related disorders — Discover the hidden dangers of gluten and its inflammatory effects on health, as Dr. O'Bryan advocates for proactive healthcare and comprehensive testing.

In this uncut conversation he tells Enrico:
• Gluten is largely indigestible for everyone, often resulting in inflammation that targets the body's weakest areas.
• A proactive approach to healthcare is essential; early detection of potential issues can prevent diseases from manifesting.
• Dr. O'Bryan highlights new advancements like the Wheat Zoomer test, which offers precise insights into gluten sensitivity and immune responses.
• The conversation delves into the role of hydration in maintaining health and the dangers posed by environmental toxins such as glyphosate.
• Integrating ancient wisdom with modern science, Dr. O'Bryan stresses the importance of understanding the individual impacts of dietary choices on health.

00:00 - The Truth About Gluten: Its Impact on Health
01:02 - Preventative Healthcare: The Key to Wellness
03:07 - Is Gluten Dangerous? Exploring Sensitivity Issues
09:51 - Gluten and Inflammation: Understanding the Connection
14:11 - Leaky Gut: A Double-Edged Sword?
15:30 - How Digestive Enzymes Work: Implications of Leaky Gut
17:41 - Autoimmune Diseases and Leaky Gut: Fascinating Research Insights
20:07 - From Hippocrates to Now: The Evolution of Gut Health
24:10 - Toll-like Receptors: How Our Body Recognizes Food Threats
28:43 - Chronic Inflammation: The Hidden Cost of Gluten
31:39 - Understanding Gluten's Role in Inflammation and Health
33:02 - Inflammation 101: Recognize the Triggers
35:22 - Going Gluten-Free: Can It Really Help Most People?
38:00 - Advances in Gluten Sensitivity Testing: What to Know
42:06 - The Wheat Zoomer Test: Revolutionizing Gluten Detection
47:39 - Autoimmune Testing: Lifestyle Factors in Health Management
52:19 - Gluten's Long-term Effects: Why Any Amount is Too Much
53:00 - Remarkable Recovery: A Case Study in Functional Medicine
56:07 - Lifespan vs. Healthspan: The Quest for Quality Living
59:01 - Health Tests Explained: Gut, Neural, and Toxic Burdens
1:01:00 - Glyphosate in Our Food: The Health Implications
1:03:51 - Selective Testing vs. Comprehensive Health Assessments
1:06:01 - Simplifying Test Results: Understanding Inflammation Markers
1:10:00 - From Infertility to Holistic Health: A Personal Journey
1:12:11 - Individualized Health Assessments: One Size Doesn’t Fit All
1:15:00 - Waiting for Change: The Dangers of Lifestyle-Related Diseases
1:18:00 - Health Indicators: Your Guide to Personal Health Status
1:18:23 - The Critical Role of Early Diagnosis in Disease Prevention
1:19:01 - Autoimmune Diseases Explained: What Elevated Antibodies Mean
1:22:00 - Lupus Research Reveals: Antibodies Can Indicate Issues Early
1:26:00 - Combatting Chronic Inflammation: The Key to Longevity
1:33:00 - Using AI like ChatGPT for Health Insights: A Modern Approach
1:33:35 - Hydration 101: Simple Steps for Health Improvement
1:34:30 - The Impact of Hydration on Your Overall Well-being
1:35:00 - Reducing Toxins: A Crucial Step for Better Health

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In this conversation, Dr. Ben Sessa discusses the definitions and impacts of psychedelics, particularly MDMA, in therapeutic settings. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the unique pharmacology of psychedelics and their potential to assist in mental health treatment, especially for those with trauma and addiction. The discussion also covers the risks associated with psychedelics, the dangers of prohibition, and the need for regulated drug policies. Dr. Sessa shares insights from his research on MDMA's effectiveness in treating alcoholism and highlights the significance of empathy in therapy. He concludes with thoughts on spirituality and the importance of kindness in healing.

00:00 Understanding Psychedelics: Definitions and Classifications
02:46 The Therapeutic Potential of Psychedelics
06:03 Navigating Fear: The Role of Control in Psychedelic Experiences
08:58 Psychedelics for Personal Growth vs. Clinical Use
11:54 The Risks and Benefits of Psychedelic Use
14:57 The Impact of Drug Prohibition on Safety
17:51 Regulating Drug Policies: A New Approach
20:35 The Future of Psychedelics in Psychiatry
23:51 Challenges in Psychedelic Research and Development
26:29 The Role of Pharmaceutical Companies in Psychedelics
29:42 Marketing and Safety in Psychedelic Medicine
32:32 Cultural Critique of American Healthcare
34:58 Economic Benefits of Psychedelic Therapy
37:27 Proactive vs. Reactive Medicine
39:49 The State of Global Healthcare
42:27 Lifestyle Choices and Healthcare Costs
48:31 MDMA and Alcoholism: A New Approach
52:56 The Blueprint of Early Childhood Development
55:51 Understanding PTSD and Its Roots
57:17 The Role of MDMA in Treating Addiction
01:02:14 Experiential Learning Through Psychedelics
01:05:59 Empathy and Healing in Couples Therapy
01:08:26 The Importance of Clinical Experience
01:12:19 Spirituality and the Human Experience
01:16:52 The Illusion of Spirituality
01:22:46 The Path to Kindness and Understanding

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Avi Loeb — Researcher of Extraterrestrial Life — Join us as Avi Loeb explores the potential of discovering extraterrestrial life through interstellar objects like '3I/Atlas' and challenges our perceptions of existence and the universe.

In this uncut conversation he tells Enrico:
• There are only a few rare interstellar objects passing through our solar system each year, prompting discussions on their potential as carriers of alien technology.
• Loeb highlights the emotional excitement and implications of identifying signs of extraterrestrial life, emphasizing their ability to reshape our understanding of existence.
• He critiques the scientific community's hesitation to invest in searching for extraterrestrial life compared to pursuits like dark matter, suggesting a need for a paradigm shift.
• The conversation dives into the dangers and uncertainties surrounding potential encounters with extraterrestrial intelligence, raising awareness of how we might react.
• Loeb advocates for greater global cooperation in space exploration and the importance of preparing for humanity's long-term survival as Earth faces existential threats.

00:24 - Introducing Avi Loeb: The Significance of '3I/Atlas'
01:00 - The Rarity of Interstellar Objects: Are We Missing Alien Technology?
03:30 - The Excitement of the Search for Extraterrestrial Life
07:00 - Philosophical Implications: What If We Find Alien Civilizations?
14:00 - Looking Beyond Mars: The Case for Interstellar Travel
16:00 - A Nobel Irony: Recognizing Ignorance about Dark Energy and Matter
19:00 - Encountering Extraterrestrial Intelligence: Risks and Uncertainties
20:00 - Scientific Community's Reluctance: Why Not Search for Alien Life?
27:00 - Scientific Revolutions: Anomalies vs. Mainstream Acceptance
30:40 - Interstellar Objects: From Comets to Asteroids - The Acceleration Mystery
36:00 - Traditional Views in Science: Lessons from Galileo's Conflict
39:00 - Examining Unusual Interstellar Objects: A Call to Gather Data
42:00 - Anticipating Black Swan Events: A Lesson for Intelligence Agencies
45:27 - Landing on Interstellar Bodies: Insights from the OSIRIS REx Mission
46:00 - The Technological Nature of Interstellar Objects: What Could They Mean?
47:00 - The Challenge of Finding Large Interstellar Objects: Size and Anomalies
52:00 - Material Mysteries: Unusual Composition of Interstellar Objects
56:07 - The Need for Early Detection of Technological Threats from Space
59:00 - Ignoring Alien Technology: Implications for Science and Funding
1:00:40 - Proactive Health Care: Seeking Evidence to Prevent Fatalism
1:02:06 - The Importance of Scientific Inquiry: Data Collection for Discovery
1:05:00 - Inspiring Future Scientists: The Role of Curiosity in Exploration
1:10:19 - Global Cooperation in Space Exploration: The Future of Civilization
1:12:01 - Humanity's Legacy: The Imperative of Interstellar Travel

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Carl Pullein — Productivity Expert — Discover how simplifying your task management can drastically enhance your productivity and reduce stress in daily life.

In this uncut conversation he tells Enrico:
• Explore the COD (Collect, Organize, Do) system and its role in effective task management.
• Learn why managing based on available time, rather than task quantity, can lead to more accomplished days.
• Understand the Time Sector System and how categorizing tasks by urgency improves efficiency.
• Get practical strategies for managing communications and emails through effective time-blocking.
• Hear about the emotional aspects of productivity and how minimalism in task lists can enhance well-being.

00:06 - Mastering Task Management: Introducing the COD System
01:00 - Overcoming Digital Overwhelm: The Need for a Unified Task Management System
02:14 - Understanding Time: Key to Reducing Stress
03:14 - Revolutionizing Productivity: The Time Sector System Explored
12:39 - Structuring Success: Understanding the Time Sector System's Categories
14:55 - The Joy of Connection: Above and Beyond's Group Therapy for Music Lovers
15:46 - Declutter Your To-Do List: The Elimination Principle
18:07 - Juggling Multiple Roles: Acknowledging the Limits of Time
21:21 - Daily Success: Organizing Must-Do Tasks with the Time Sector Approach
27:00 - Tailoring Productivity: Advice for Different Levels of Engagement
29:14 - Simplifying Your Organization: Refining Personal Systems
31:20 - Well-Being and Productivity: Testimonials on Life-Changing Systems
33:00 - Building Trust through Value: Offering Free Content for All
37:00 - Email Mastery: Efficient Communication Strategies in a Time Crunch
42:00 - Time for Communication: Managing Your Workload Effectively
43:30 - Focus and Distraction: The Critical Role of Email Management
44:26 - Time Blocking for Success: Focused Work vs. Communication Processing
49:02 - Prioritization Strategies: Navigating Task Management Effectively
53:00 - Recognizing Limits: The Importance of Productivity Prioritization
57:30 - Speedy Decisions: Gamifying Task Management for Email Overload
58:06 - Simplifying Work Processes: Reducing Complexity over Quantity
59:07 - Time Blocking Techniques: Strategies for Effective Meetings and Deep Work
1:01:00 - Unlocking Productivity: Announcing a New Course on Time Management
1:03:00 - B2B Productivity Solutions: Impactful Strategies for Small Teams

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