Episodes

  • Beyond Labels: The New Science of Attention, Focus, and Movement
    May 13 2026

    Join David for a deep dive into the latest science of attention, focus, and movement - and why we need to move beyond labels to appreciate the prism of potential in every child.

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    44 mins
  • Skills Before Pills: Danielle Gansky on Rethinking Youth Mental Health
    Mar 19 2026

    This is the most powerful podcast conversation I've ever had. Please, take 30 minutes to listen to Danielle's story of being put on ADHD medication at 7 years old, and why we need to rethink youth mental health in the 21st century.

    Follow Danielle on IG: https://www.instagram.com/daniellegansky/

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    36 mins
  • The Physiology of Courage: Darren Bailey, Entrepreneurship, and the Nasal Breathing 5k
    Mar 4 2026

    Learn how to bring the health revolution to your life and your community by leading from the front.

    Darren Bailey, owner of Physiology First Riverina, shares how he is upgrading his physiology and modeling health in his community.

    • Darren shares his nasal breathing 5k run challenge.
    • We discuss what it takes to be an entrepreneur.
    • Why inspiration and mentorship are key to solving the youth mental health crisis.

    Follow his journey on Instagram @physiologyfirst_riverina

    Learn more about becoming a Physiology First Affiliate by contacting david@physiologyfirst.org

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    41 mins
  • The ADHD Myth: Why Your Child May Need Movement to Learn
    Jan 27 2026

    In this episode David reads an article that we wrote on his Substack outlining the flaws in the ADHD diagnosis and presents a new and empowering framework for understanding attention in the 21st century.

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    32 mins
  • The 3 Biggest Threats to Youth Mental Health: They may not be what you'd expect...
    Jan 27 2026

    David discuses the 3 industries targeting the health of our kids and how we can get organized and stand up for the next generation.

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    23 mins
  • Education Before Medication: A Conversation with Dr. Josef Witt Doerring
    Jan 15 2026

    Join David Bidler and Dr. Joseph Witt Doerring for an inspiring conversation on how to support the health of our next generation. We discuss the dangers of many common psychiatric medications when compared to natural alternatives such as exercise, diet, sauna, and cold plunge. We explore the role of purpose, meaning, and social community in mental health. This is one of the most important conversations of our time-we hope that you enjoy and share it widely!

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    58 mins
  • Sleep is a Skill: A Practical Conversation for Parents in an Exhausted Culture
    Jan 13 2026

    In this conversation with Nadine Eliot we discuss the role of sleep in mental health and fitness. Nadine is a Physiology First team leader at our Manchester campus.

    She has been attending classes with her children since we first opened the doors. David and Nadine discuss the science of sleep, and how it influences our mental and physical health.

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    37 mins
  • How to Build a Health Business in 2026: Culture, Community, and the Currency of Trust
    Jan 13 2026

    In this conversation David speaks with Amy Stackhouse. Amy is a team leader at Physiology First Manchester, our first UK campus. David and Amy discuss the role of trust in building a health business, how data-driven coaching leads to long term client relationships, and why working on what you are passionate about leads to a path of purpose.

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    41 mins