• 541: Can a Pill Help You Live Longer? The Science Behind NAD and Longevity | Robert Fried
    Jan 12 2026

    In this episode, we explore the science behind NAD, cellular energy, and aging with Tru Niagen CEO Robert Fried—and you can try it yourself with 20% off at truniagen.com using code GENIUS20.

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    If you’re curious about supporting cellular energy and healthy aging, check out Tru Niagen at truniagen.com and use code GENIUS20 for 20% off.


    Timeline Nutrition makes MitoPure—a purified form of urolithin A, which provides powerful mitochondrial support for increased energy and longevity. Go to http://timelinenutrition.com/genius for 10% off of your order.


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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • 540: What Keeps Chronic Inflammation Turned On, and How to Turn It Off | Josh Redd, NMD
    Jan 7 2026

    Dr. Josh Redd breaks down how chronic inflammation is identified in real patients—and how targeted changes to diet, digestion, blood sugar, and the nervous system can reverse it.

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    Puori provides IFOS-certified, high potency fish oil to satisfy all of your omega-3 needs! Plus a ton of other high quality, rigorously tested supplements (protein, creatine, and more). Visit ⁠Puori.com/MAX⁠ and use promo code MAX to get 20% off site-wide.

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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • 539: The One Gut Mistake Fueling Inflammation and Wrecking Your Digestion | Will Bulsiewicz, MD
    Jan 5 2026

    In this episode, Dr. Will Bulsiewicz, author of Plant Powered Plus: Activate the Power of Your Gut to Tame Inflammation and Reclaim Your Health, breaks down what chronic inflammation really is, why gut health sits at the center of it, and how food, fiber, light, and daily habits can quietly heal—or sabotage—your metabolism, brain, and energy.

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    Momentous holds its products to rigorous quality and purity standards set by the NFL and NBA. I use their creatine and protein regularly. Head to livemomentous.com/genius or use code GENIUS for 35% off your first subscription.

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    1 hr and 16 mins
  • 538: Ultra-Processed Foods, Inflammation and the Hidden Risk to Your Brain | Max Lugavere and Tim Gray
    Dec 31 2025

    Recorded in London, Max is in the hot seat for a wide-ranging conversation on brain health—covering ultra-processed foods, inflammation, creatine, meat, and what the science actually says about protecting the brain.

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    1 hr and 19 mins
  • 537: How to Reset Your Nervous System, Heal Chronic Inflammation, and Tame Autoimmunity | Kevin Tracey, MD
    Dec 29 2025

    World-renowned vagus nerve researcher Dr. Kevin Tracey joins Max to explain how the nervous system regulates inflammation, why most “vagus nerve hacks” miss the point, and how this science could reshape the future of autoimmune and brain health.

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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • 536: The One Mental Shift to Make Pressure, Criticism, and Stress Easier in 2026 | Michael Gervais, PhD
    Dec 24 2025

    Michael Gervais—a performance psychologist to the world’s best—explains how to train your mind like an elite athlete, overcoming imposter syndrome, burnout, and fear of other people’s opinions to perform, recover, and live better in a high-stress world.

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    1 hr and 20 mins
  • AMA 3: Fasting for Fat Loss, Optimal Protein Intake for Health and Muscle, Creatine With Coffee, and More
    Dec 22 2025

    In this holiday AMA, I break down how to use fasting and optimal protein intake for fat loss, why coffee doesn’t cancel out creatine, and which supplements actually make sense when money—and time—are tight.

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    This episode is proudly sponsored by:

    LMNT is my favorite delicious, sugar-free electrolyte powder to leave you feeling charged up after a sweat sesh. Get a free 8-serving sample pack at drinklmnt.com/geniuslife.


    BUBS Naturals makes my favorite collagen, pure and unflavored, perfect for mixing into any drink, soup, or even recipes! Your hair, skin, and nails will thank you. Visit BUBSNaturals.com and use code GENIUS for 20% off.

    Pique makes quadruple toxin-screened, cold extracted, and uber-delicious matcha for an all-day energy boost without the jitters! Head to http://piquelife.com/genius for up to 15% off.


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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • 535: The Surprising Link Between Foot Health, Longevity, and Brain Health | Courtney Conley, DC
    Dec 17 2025

    Foot and gait specialist Dr. Courtney Conley connects plantar fasciitis, bunions, knee and back pain to weak feet—and explains why foot health may influence longevity and brain health.

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    This episode is proudly sponsored by:

    Puori provides IFOS-certified, high potency fish oil to satisfy all of your omega-3 needs! Plus a ton of other high quality, rigorously tested supplements (protein, creatine, and more). Visit ⁠Puori.com/MAX⁠ and use promo code MAX to get 20% off site-wide.

    Momentous holds its products to rigorous quality and purity standards set by the NFL and NBA. I use their creatine and protein regularly. Head to livemomentous.com/genius or use code GENIUS for 35% off your first subscription.

    Our Place makes beautiful, toxin-free home cookware, free of PFAS and Teflon! Save up to 35% sitewide now through January 12th at http://fromourplace.com/max

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    1 hr and 11 mins