Physical therapist and endurance athlete Dr. Mike Studer joins us this week to break the myth of a one-size-fits-all approach to health. He shares why personalization—based on genetics, performance metrics, and lifestyle—is critical to long-term success in fitness, nutrition, and mental wellbeing. From sleep consistency to gut microbiome insights, Dr. Studer lays out practical strategies to help listeners become their own best scientist. Tune in to learn how to effectively experiment, track outcomes, and stop feeling like a failure for not thriving on someone else's plan.

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Chapters

(03:25) Understanding SNPs and Personal Choices

(09:19) The Role of Autonomy and Beliefs in Health

(15:54) Gamification and Measurement in Health Choices

(17:46) The Importance of Sleep and Its Variability

(22:50) Genetics, Microbiome, and Personal Health

(26:08) Becoming Your Own Scientist in Health

(28:01) The Personalization of Health and Wellness

(32:36) Conclusion: Statistics vs. Individual Experience

Key Moments

“Statistics are for populations, not people.”

“We’re always our own best scientist and best prescriber.”

“You get dopamine, serotonin, and oxytocin from doing what you believe is healthy for your future self.”

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• Website: MikeStuder.com
  
  
• LinkedIn: Mike Studer on LinkedIn
  
  
• Book: The Brain That Chooses Itself

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Matt Zemon, author and psychedelic therapy advocate, joins us to explain how non-ordinary states of consciousness can help rewire repetitive thought patterns. He breaks down how psychedelics are being used not just for trauma recovery but to foster growth and deeper self-understanding. This episode also covers the rise of industrialized addiction and the tools available to counter its effects—from ketamine to breathwork to community. Whether you're struggling or thriving, Zemon offers grounded, practical ways to live with more intention and connection.

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Key Quotes
“These medicines remind us that there are other ways to think about ourselves, our relationships, our jobs, our lives.”

“I already am everything, as are you. And I don’t need to become, I need to be.”

“You're not broken. You just forgot how powerful you were.”

Chapters
(03:15) The Intersection of Psychedelics and Addiction
(06:28) Psychedelics and Mental Health
(09:28) Cultural Context of Addiction
(12:21) Personal Experiences with Psychedelics
(15:02) The Role of Connection and Community
(18:07) Revelations and Non-Ordinary States of Consciousness
(24:13) The Beauty of Life and Death
(28:02) Transformative Journeys: Veterans and Psychedelics
(30:00) Healing Through Psychedelics: A New Hope
(33:23) Mindset Matters: Abundance vs. Scarcity
(34:56) Exploring Psychedelics: Legal and Safe Access
(37:24) Understanding Risks in Psychedelic Use
(40:59) Navigating Change: Being Human in the 21st Century
(42:07) Tools for Living: Expanding the Toolbox

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Books: Psychedelics for Everyone and A Veteran’s Guide to Psychedelics

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Craig Cooper, former professional athlete and author of Your New Prime, shares the overlooked realities men face as they age. He opens up about reversing his own osteoporosis and why many men fail to prioritize bone health. Craig breaks down why typical fitness routines may actually accelerate aging and offers science-backed alternatives for maintaining strength, metabolic function, and cardiovascular resilience. This episode equips listeners with practical, often ignored insights into how to stay strong, capable, and engaged well beyond midlife.

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Chapters

(00:15) Introduction to Craig Cooper and His Journey
(06:42) The Evolution of Health Perspectives in Aging
(13:04) Bone Health: Overcoming Osteopenia
(17:29) Cardiovascular Health and Longevity
(24:48) Nutrition and Dietary Choices for Better Aging
(26:57) Understanding Cardiovascular Health Tests
(33:04) The Importance of Early Detection in Health
(36:12) Cardiovascular Disease: The Leading Cause of Death
(40:52) Practical Health Monitoring Tips
(42:54) The Role of Personal Responsibility in Health
(46:20) Inspiring Stories of Resilience and Health
(52:12) Nutritional Strategies for Bone Health

Key Moments
“Hormonally, [training] long slow distance just really just sucks your manhood.”

“You really can’t have a discussion around longevity without focusing on arterial health.”

“I've had doctors come out of UCLA to look at what I've been doing… they've never seen this sort of switch that I've been able to execute on my bone health over the course of five years.”

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Conneqt Health: conneqthealth.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craigcooper007/

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