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.

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Every guest on The Genius Life

406 guests, ranked by how many people never want them back.

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Jared Freid
581: Why Everybody's Single! The Brutal Truth About Modern Dating | Jared Freid · Jun 2026

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Robin Carhart-Harris
459: How Psychedelics Are Transforming Mental Health by Healing Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, and More | Robin Carhart-Harris, PhD · Jan 2025

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Wim Hof
210: Daily Steps to Reduce Inflammation and Stop Getting Sick | Wim Hof · Jan 2022

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Ben Bruno
268: The Top Fitness and Training Myths That Are Killing Your Gains | Ben Bruno · Dec 2022

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Judy Greer
242: Destigmatizing and Demystifying Hormone Health for Women | Judy Greer · Jul 2022

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Mark Hyman
420: How To Predict Health Issues Before They Strike (The Future of AI, Diagnostics, and Wellness) | Mark Hyman, MD · 4 episodes

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Tim Spector
299: The "Healthy" Foods That Can Actually Lead to Weight Gain | Tim Spector, MD · Jun 2023

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William Davis
249: Heal Your Gut, Prevent Heart Disease, and Thrive | William Davis, MD · 2 episodes

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Alan Aragon
355: Step-by-Step Guide to Losing Fat Without Losing Muscle; Protein Timing to Optimize Muscle Growth | Alan Aragon · 2 episodes

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Alok Kanojia
344: How to Break Your Addiction to Junk Food, Social Media, and Negative Emotions | Alok Kanojia, MD · Nov 2023

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Casey Means
198: How to Test and Improve Your Metabolic Health | Casey Means, MD · Oct 2021

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Dacher Keltner
294: How a Daily Dose of Awe Can Make You Healthier and Happier | Dacher Keltner, PhD · May 2023

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Jason Karp
444: Exposing the Dark Secrets of the Food Industry That Keep Us Sick | Jason Karp · Dec 2024

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Jillian Michaels
452: Busting Diet Myths, The Truth About Calories, and Taking Control of Your Health | Jillian Michaels · Jan 2025

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Josh Peck
225: If You Want to Melt All Your Fat Away in 1 Year, Do This | Josh Peck · Apr 2022

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Justin Mares
82: Bone Broth Benefits and Staying Healthy While Getting Your Dream Business off the Ground | Justin Mares · Dec 2019

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Kyle Gillett
407: The Best Peptides for Fat Loss and Recovery, Plus How to Optimize Hormones (Testosterone, Prolactin, Estrogen, and More) | Kyle Gillett, MD · Jun 2024

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Lauren Miller Rogen
69: Fighting Alzheimer's Disease with Comedy | Lauren Miller Rogen · Aug 2019

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Marion Nestle
39: How the Food Industry Corrupts Science | Marion Nestle, PhD · Dec 2018

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Natalie Crawford
569: Why Fertility Is Declining – Inflammation, Toxins and What You Can Do | Natalie Crawford, MD · Apr 2026

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Rena Malik
431: The Ultimate Guide to Sexual, Vaginal, and Penile Wellness | Rena Malik, MD · Oct 2024

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Robert Lustig
243: The Bitter Truth About Sugar and How it Harms Your Health | Robert Lustig, MD · Aug 2022

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Roger Seheult
223: How to Sleep Better and Reduce Inflammation | Roger Seheult, MD · 2 episodes

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Sara Gottfried
376: The Root Cause of Autoimmunity, the Science of Nicotine, and How Trauma Promotes Disease | Sara Gottfried, MD · Mar 2024

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Satchin Panda
283: Leveraging Your Circadian Rhythm to Lose Fat, Optimize Cognition, and Prevent Disease | Satchin Panda, PhD · 2 episodes

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Teo Soleymani
586: The Dermatologist’s Guide to Skin Cancer, Hair Loss, Itch, and Aging | Teo Soleymani, MD · 2 episodes

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Thaïs Aliabadi
572: PCOS and Endometriosis – What Every Woman Needs to Know, and Most Doctors Miss | Thais Aliabadi, MD · May 2026

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Tommy Wood
561: How to Future-Proof Your Brain and Stay Sharp at Any Age | Tommy Wood, PhD · 2 episodes

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Zachary Levi
481: The Hidden War on Truth – Big Food, Big Pharma, and the Fight for Freedom | Zachary Levi · Apr 2025

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Amy Shah
553: Should You Be "Fartmaxxing"? The Truth About Fiber, Gut Health, and Longevity | Amy Shah, MD · 3 episodes

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Andrew Weil
221: The Top Foods to Eat to Reduce Inflammation and Burn Belly Fat | Andrew Weil, MD · Mar 2022

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Aseem Malhotra
310: Have We Been Wrong About Cholesterol, Statins, and Heart Disease? | Aseem Malhotra, MD · Jul 2023

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Benjamin Bikman
261: How to Prevent Insulin Resistance and Reverse Chronic Disease | Benjamin Bikman, PhD · 2 episodes

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Bill Harris
262: How to Optimize Your Omega-3 Intake for Longevity and Disease Prevention | Bill Harris, PhD · Nov 2022

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Bill McGowan
489: How to Speak So People Will Actually Listen and Remember What You Say | Bill McGowan · May 2025

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Bobby Parmar
509: The Science of Beating Stress, Overthinking, and Uncertainty for Good | Bobby Parmar, PhD · Sep 2025

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Caroline Leaf
316: How to Raise Mentally Strong Children, Plus Why Self-Care is Crucial for Good Parenting | Caroline Leaf, PhD · 2 episodes

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Chris Masterjohn
105: Foods and Supplements That Fight COVID-19 | Chris Masterjohn, PhD · 3 episodes

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Courtney Conley
573: How to Enhance Foot Health and Reduce Foot Pain; Walking for Longevity | Courtney Conley, DC · 2 episodes

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Craig Clemens
144: The 10 Most Important Lessons I've Learned in 2020 | Craig Clemens · 4 episodes

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