The Genius Life
Equal parts rigorous, rebellious, and ridiculously useful. Hosted by Max Lugavere, health and science journalist, New York Times bestselling author, and one of the most trusted voices in wellness. Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice.
WebsiteMost frequent guests
- Sal Di Stefano 12 episodes
- Luke Cook 11 episodes
- Jim Kwik 6 episodes
- Crosby Tailor 6 episodes
- Shawn Stevenson 5 episodes
- Aaron Alexander 5 episodes
- Mark Sisson 5 episodes
- Kelly LeVeque 5 episodes
- Arthur Brooks 4 episodes
- Gabrielle Lyon 4 episodes
Every guest on The Genius Life
406 guests, ranked by how many people never want them back.
-
—
Andrew Huberman
83: How to Instantly De-Stress and Supplement for Better Health, Sleep, and Longevity | Andrew Huberman, PhD · Dec 2019
0 votes -
—
Kimbal Musk
374: How to Make Healthy Eating Easy, Affordable, and Delicious For All | Kimbal Musk · Feb 2024
0 votes -
—
Leslie John
578: Why Oversharing Is Actually Good For You and Your Relationships | Leslie John, PhD · May 2026
0 votes -
—
Amir Levine
566: How Healthy Attachment Can Radically Upgrade Your Work, Love, and Friendships | Amir Levine, MD · Apr 2026
0 votes -
—
Sasha Hamdani
591: How to Manage ADHD Naturally – A Psychiatrist’s Guide to Focus, Sleep and Emotional Regulation | Sasha Hamdani, MD · Aug 2026
0 votes -
—
Andy Galpin
350: How to Optimize Your Workouts for Health, Fitness, and Longevity | Andy Galpin, PhD · Dec 2023
0 votes -
—
Arthur Brooks
563: Why Your Life Feels Meaningless Even If You’re Doing Everything Right | Arthur Brooks, PhD · 4 episodes
0 votes -
—
Jefferson Fisher
473: The Secret to Handling Arguments Without Losing Your Cool | Jefferson Fisher · Mar 2025
0 votes -
—
Dave Evans
559: The Hidden Psychology of Happiness and Meaning | Dave Evans · Mar 2026
0 votes -
—
James Sexton
545: America’s Top Divorce Lawyer on the Real Reason Couples Fall Apart | James Sexton · Jan 2026
0 votes -
—
Matthew Hussey
390: The Biggest Mistakes People Make in Relationships (Top Dating Red Flags!) | Matthew Hussey · Apr 2024
0 votes -
—
Chris Voss
183: Powerful Negotiation Secrets to Help You Win Any Exchange | Chris Voss · Aug 2021
0 votes -
—
Susan Cain
257: How to Turn Sadness Into a Superpower and Build Emotional Resilience | Susan Cain · Oct 2022
0 votes -
—
Anya Fernald
137: Secrets to Cooking Mind-Blowing Burgers and Steaks, Shopping for Meat on a Budget | Anya Fernald · 2 episodes
0 votes -
—
Simon Sinek
414: The Top Reason Why You're Not Succeeding in Work and Life | Simon Sinek · Aug 2024
0 votes -
—
James Kimmel Jr
493: How to Stop Obsessing Over People Who Hurt You, Backed by Neuroscience | James Kimmel, Jr. · May 2025
0 votes -
—
Adam Lane Smith
362: How to Cultivate Secure Attachment for Healthy, Loving Relationships That Last | Adam Lane Smith · Jan 2024
0 votes -
—
Scott Barry Kaufman
483: The #1 Mindset Blocking Your Success (It’s Not What You Think) | Scott Barry Kaufman, PhD · 3 episodes
0 votes -
—
Vanessa Van Edwards
255: How to Become More Confident and Charismatic in Any Situation | Vanessa Van Edwards · Oct 2022
0 votes -
—
Gabrielle Lyon
546: Why Muscle Is the Real Organ of Longevity (Do This To Age Better!) | Gabrielle Lyon, DO · 4 episodes
0 votes -
—
John Delony
339: How To Master Your Psychology To Stop Feeling Lost and Anxious | John Delony, PhD · Oct 2023
0 votes -
—
Tara Swart
383: The Neuroscience of Manifestation, and How to Make Healthy Habits Stick | Tara Swart, MD PhD · Apr 2024
0 votes -
—
David Spiegel
319: How to Instantly Hypnotize Yourself to Stop Pain, Negative Thoughts, and Addictive Behavior | David Spiegel, MD · Aug 2023
0 votes -
—
Mike Israetel
583: The Hard Truth About Beauty, Muscle, Fat Loss, and Self-Worth | Mike Israetel, PhD · 2 episodes
0 votes -
—
Daniel Amen
531: Is Your Pain All in Your Brain? The Shocking Truth About Chronic Pain, Mood, and Inflammation | Daniel Amen, MD · 3 episodes
0 votes -
—
Ethan Kross
465: How to Stop Overthinking and Master Your Inner Voice for Better Mental Health | Ethan Kross, PhD · 2 episodes
0 votes -
—
Brigham Buhler
442: How to Get Healthy and Save Money in a Healthcare System Built for Profit | Brigham Buhler · Dec 2024
0 votes -
—
Charles Duhigg
373: How to Make More Friends, Win Any Argument, and Deepen Any Relationship | Charles Duhigg · Feb 2024
0 votes -
—
Sahil Bloom
472: How to Escape the Money Trap and Stop Chasing More | Sahil Bloom · Mar 2025
0 votes -
—
Jillian Turecki
455: Why The Secret to Healthy Relationships Is You | Jillian Turecki · 2 episodes
0 votes -
—
Rangan Chatterjee
450: How to Break Free from What's Holding You Back and Create Lasting Change | Rangan Chatterjee, MD · Dec 2024
0 votes -
—
Vani Hari
135: How the Food Industry Tricks You Into Buying Toxic Products | Vani "Food Babe" Hari · Nov 2020
0 votes -
—
Calley Means
399: How Big Food and Big Pharma Work Together to Profit Off Chronic Disease | Calley Means · 2 episodes
0 votes -
—
Jamil Zaki
434: Why Our Brains Are Wired for Negativity, and How It’s Sabotaging Our Happiness | Jamil Zaki, PhD · Nov 2024
0 votes -
—
Jonny Miller
595: The Nervous System Tools That Help You Feel Calm, Safe, and in Control | Jonny Miller · Sep 2026
0 votes -
—
Blaine Anderson
337: Why You're Still Single! The Biggest Dating Mistakes Men Make in 2023 | Blaine Anderson · Oct 2023
0 votes -
—
Layne Norton
253: The 6 Keys to Building Muscle and Living a Long and Healthy Life | Layne Norton, PhD · Sep 2022
0 votes -
—
Menno Henselmans
445: Why Protein and Muscle Are Your Secret Weapons for Fat Loss | Menno Henselmans · Dec 2024
0 votes -
—
Karan Rajan
528: Why You’re Bloated – A Surgeon Debunks the Internet’s Worst Gut Health Myths | Karan Rajan, MD · Nov 2025
0 votes -
—
Shawn Stevenson
485: The Top 5 Longevity Secrets Backed by Science (Start Today!) | Shawn Stevenson · 5 episodes
0 votes
Recent episodes
599 episodes from the feed, newest first.
-
595: The Nervous System Tools That Help You Feel Calm, Safe, and in Control | Jonny MillerSep 2026
with Jonny Miller
- Sep 2026
- Sep 2026
-
592: The Hidden Cause of Brain Fog, Fatigue and Poor Metabolic Health | Will Cole, DCSep 2026
with Will Cole
-
591: How to Manage ADHD Naturally – A Psychiatrist’s Guide to Focus, Sleep and Emotional Regulation | Sasha Hamdani, MDAug 2026
with Sasha Hamdani
-
590: The Hidden Driver of Alzheimer’s Disease and How to Protect Your Brain | David Perlmutter, MDAug 2026
with David Perlmutter
-
589: Are You Trying Too Hard to Be Healthy? How Optimizing Your Health Can Backfire | Lucy McBride, MDAug 2026
with Lucy McBride
- Aug 2026
-
588: How to Stop Overthinking, Face Discomfort, and Take Back Control of Your Life | Amy MorinJul 2026
with Amy Morin
- Jul 2026
-
586: The Dermatologist’s Guide to Skin Cancer, Hair Loss, Itch, and Aging | Teo Soleymani, MDJul 2026
with Teo Soleymani
-
585: The Real Reason Modern Life Feels So Overwhelming, and What to Do About It | Dave Rabin, MD PhDJul 2026
with David Rabin
- Jul 2026
-
583: The Hard Truth About Beauty, Muscle, Fat Loss, and Self-Worth | Mike Israetel, PhDJun 2026
with Mike Israetel
-
582: The Simple Home Fix That Could Improve Sleep, Allergies, and Brain Fog | Michael FeldsteinJun 2026
with Michael Feldstein
- Jun 2026
-
580: The Best Foods to Fight Weight Gain and Disease (Top Nutrition Scientist Explains!) | Ty Beal, PhDJun 2026
with Ty Beal
- May 2026
-
578: Why Oversharing Is Actually Good For You and Your Relationships | Leslie John, PhDMay 2026
with Leslie John
- May 2026
-
576: The Mysterious Health Benefits of Ice Cream, and Why Wellness Culture May Be Overthinking Health | Ezekiel Emanuel, MDMay 2026
with Ezekiel Emanuel
-
575: How to Stop Overthinking, Become More Resilient, and Thrive in Chaos | Simone StolzoffMay 2026
with Simone Stolzoff
-
574: This 2-Minute Habit May Calm Anxiety Faster Than Meditation | Jessica OrtnerMay 2026
with Jessica Ortner
-
573: How to Enhance Foot Health and Reduce Foot Pain; Walking for Longevity | Courtney Conley, DCMay 2026
with Courtney Conley
-
572: PCOS and Endometriosis – What Every Woman Needs to Know, and Most Doctors Miss | Thais Aliabadi, MDMay 2026
with Thaïs Aliabadi