Extend Podcast

In this episode of Extend, we sit down with Dr. Stephanie Venn-Watson, veterinary epidemiologist and co-founder of Fatty15, to uncover how Navy dolphin research led to the discovery of C15 as the first essential fatty acid identified in nearly a century.

In this episode of Extend, we sit down with Dr. Shivani Gupta, Ayurvedic practitioner, author, and founder of Fusionary Formulas, to explore how Ayurveda bridges timeless principles with modern longevity science.

In this episode of Extend, we sit down with Julia Putzeys, founder of the Trash Panda App, to uncover what's really in our food and how to make smarter choices that protect our long-term health.

In this episode of Extend, I sit down with Dr. Karan Rajan to explore how the gut microbiome shapes everything from digestion and immunity to mood, skin, and longevity.

In this episode of EXTEND, I'm joined by Josh Clemente, founder of Levels and former SpaceX engineer, to explore how continuous health monitoring is about to change human health at scale.

In this episode of EXTEND, I sit down with Dr. Amir Vookshoor, a board-certified neurosurgeon and founder of NeuroVella Brain Spa, to explore how modern neuroscience and biohacking are merging to shape the future of brain health.

In this episode of EXTEND, I'm joined by Dr. Josh Axe and we explore how ancient healing systems like Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine intersect with today's most advanced longevity research.

In this special posthumous episode of EXTEND, I revisit one of the most meaningful conversations I've ever had — with Dr. Gladys McGarey, the 103-year-old physician known as the Mother of Holistic Medicine and author of The Well-Lived Life.

In this episode of EXTEND, I'm joined by Dr. Vonda Wright, orthopedic surgeon, researcher, and author of Unbreakable, to talk about how women can take control of midlife long before the "change."

In this episode of Extend, I sit down with Dr. Will Cole to uncover the science behind the gut-brain axis, and why nervous system dysregulation might be the reason your biomarkers won’t budge.

In this episode of Extend, I'm joined by Siggi Clavien, liver health expert and founder of The Liver Clinic, to uncover the silent epidemic destroying our health from the inside out.

In this episode of Extend, I sit down with Gabby Bernstein, #1 New York Times bestselling author and host of the Dear Gabby podcast, to explore how emotional regulation, breathwork, and Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy rewire the nervous system for resilience.

In this episode of Extend, I sit down with Dr. Jeffrey Bland, the father of functional medicine, to explore the groundbreaking science of immune rejuvenation.

In this episode of Extend, Maya Raichoora joins me to share how visualization techniques helped her reverse debilitating ulcerative colitis.

In this episode of Extend, Max Lugavere joins me to share how environmental toxins, metabolic dysfunction, and dietary choices are driving the explosion of neurodegenerative diseases.

In this episode of Extend, Dr. Mariza Snyder reveals why perimenopause has been medicine's best-kept secret and how women can reclaim their health during this critical transition.

In this episode of Extend, legendary big wave surfer Laird Hamilton and pro volleyball champion Gabby Reece join me to share the mindsets and practices that have sustained their 30-year relationship and individual success.

In this episode of Extend, Dr. Jess Peatross joins me to discuss the hidden toxins that could be behind your symptoms.

In this episode of Extend, Dr. Dawn Mussallem joins me to share her incredible journey from near-death to becoming a leading integrative oncologist at Mayo Clinic, proving that lifestyle interventions can dramatically improve cancer outcomes.

In this episode of Extend, Ben Greenfield joins me to discuss how blood tests showed he was metabolically compromised despite being an Ironman competitor, and shares the comprehensive testing protocols that changed his approach to wellness.

Dr. Eric Verdin, CEO of the Buck Institute for Research on Aging, joins me on the Extend podcast to separate fact from fiction in the longevity field.

In this episode of Extend, Dr. Jeremy London joins me to explore the three lifestyle modifications that prevent most cardiac disease.

In this episode of Extend, Scott and I discuss the 4-lens framework that transforms meditation from mystical pursuit to practical life skill.

In this episode of Extend, I’m joined by Dr. Izabella Wentz to dive deep into why standard TSH tests fail for years, how artificial sweeteners trigger thyroid dysfunction, and the gut infections that could be destroying your thyroid.

In this episode of Extend, I sit down with Dr. Joel "Gator" Warsh, an integrative pediatrician who's asking the questions about vaccine safety that medicine has avoided for decades.

In this episode of Extend, I sit down with Dr. Rupy Aujla, a medical doctor turned lifestyle medicine pioneer who reversed his own heart condition through food and lifestyle changes alone.

In this episode of Extend, I sit down with Kristin Weitzel, a breathwork expert and cold plunge coach who has certified over 325 instructors worldwide in her approach to nervous system regulation.

In this episode of Extend, I sit down with Sara Szal, MD, a Harvard-trained gynecologist who has revolutionized how we approach women's health.

In this episode of EXTEND, I sit down with Ben Azadi, metabolic health expert and New York Times bestselling author who transformed his life by losing 80 pounds after facing obesity, depression, and pre-diabetes at just 23 years old.

In this episode of Extend, I sit down with Layne Kilpatrick, a pharmacist with over 30 years of experience who has been sounding the alarm about environmental toxins for years.

In this episode of Extend, I talk with Dr. Tracey Stroup, a naturopathic doctor and peptide therapy expert, who reveals how the pharmaceutical industry's approach to semaglutide created unnecessary controversy.

In this episode of Extend, I sit down with Cynthia Thurlow, a nurse practitioner who left traditional cardiology to focus on women's health and metabolic medicine.

In this episode of Extend, I talk with Dr. Nick Norwitz, who reveals why you can't rely on population averages to fix your individual health problems.

In this episode of Extend, I sit down with Dr. Joel Kahn, a pioneering preventive cardiologist who's spent decades challenging the traditional approach to cardiovascular medicine.

In this episode of Extend, I sit down with Dr. Amy Shah to explore the strength crisis happening to women in perimenopause.

In this episode of Extend, I sit down with Dr. Zain Kassam, a gastroenterologist turned microbiome researcher who's pioneering how we understand the trillions of organisms living in and on us.

In this episode of Extend, I sit down with Dr. Nayan Patel, a pharmacist who's dedicated his career to understanding glutathione—the molecule your body produces more than any other.

In this episode of Extend, I talk with Dr. Scott Sherr, a hyperbaric medicine specialist who helps patients and doctors worldwide use oxygen therapy to restore cellular health.

In this episode of Extend, I sit down with Dr. Bill Rawls, a board-certified OB/GYN who now focuses entirely on cellular health.

In this episode of Extend, I'm joined by Professor Tim Spector, one of the world's leading microbiome researchers, to reveal the truth: your gut bacteria have more control over your health than your genes do.

On this episode of Extend, I’m joined by Shawn Stevenson—nutritionist, bestselling author, and host of The Model Health Show—to explore how our food environment, not personal discipline, is fueling the chronic disease crisis.

In this episode of Extend, I’m joined by Dr. Grant Elliott, a physical therapist and founder of RehabFix, to unpack the real reasons people stay stuck in chronic pain and what it actually takes to recover.

In this episode of Extend, I’m joined by Elissa Goodman, a holistic health expert and cancer survivor, to explore the deep connection between gut health, inflammation, and overall well-being.

We talk about the most overlooked root causes of chronic illness, the truth about blood sugar and hormones, and why fertility issues are often metabolic in disguise.

In this episode of Extend, I sit down with Dr. Pedram Shojai—Taoist monk, doctor of Oriental medicine, and author of The Urban Monk—to explore how ancient wisdom meets modern health.

In this episode of Extend, I’m joined by Dr. Michael Breuss, a sleep specialist, and we dig into why so many high performers are chronically under-recovered, why sleep disorders go undetected for years, and how wearables are both helping and hurting.

In this episode of Extend, I sat down with Kelly Gores, creator of HEAL and founder of WellSet, to explore how trauma, stress, and emotional blocks drive chronic disease—and what it really takes to heal.

In this episode of Extend, I sit down with Dr. Kara Fitzgerald, pioneering epigenetic researcher and author of Younger You, to explore how your daily choices—food, movement, sleep, stress—can literally rewire your genes to slow down aging.

In this episode of Extend, I sit down with Jen Batchelor, Ayurvedic health optimizer and co-founder of Kin Euphorics, to talk about what your nervous system actually needs to feel calm, connected,

In this episode of Extend, I’m joined by Chris Mirabile, founder of NOVOS and one of the few people actually slowing down his pace of aging.

In today’s episode of Extend, I’m joined by Steve Martocci, co-founder of SuppCo, to expose what’s really going on behind the labels.

In this episode of Extend, I'm joined by Dr. Austin Perlmutter, board-certified internal medicine physician and neuroscientist, to explore how inflammation hijacks your brain’s decision-making and what you can do to take back control.

In this episode of Extend, we’re digging into one of the most dangerous—and most overlooked—drivers of heart disease: LP(a).

In this episode of Extend, I’m joined by Dr. Charles Brenner, the scientist who discovered nicotinamide riboside (NR) and one of the leading experts on NAD metabolism.

In today's episode of Extend, I'm joined by David Nurse, NBA mindset coach and best-selling author.

In this episode of Extend, I'm joined by Dr. Aly Cohen, renowned integrative rheumatologist, environmental health expert, and author of the upcoming book, Detoxify.

In this episode of Extend, we’re rethinking everything you’ve been told about cholesterol.

In this episode of Extend, I’m joined by Joel Greene, creator of the VEEP Nutrition System and one of the most innovative minds in metabolic health.

In today’s episode of Extend, I’m joined by Ricky Silver, CEO of Daily Harvest, who brings a rare inside-the-industry view of how our food system really works, and how we can change it.

In this episode of Extend, I’m joined by biochemist and ingredient formulator Shawn Wells, a leading voice in evidence-based supplementation and mitochondrial health.

In this episode of Extend, I’m joined by Zora Benhamou, host of the Hack My Age podcast, to challenge the common narrative around menopause.

In this episode of Extend, I’m joined by Jim Kwik, a world-renowned brain coach and author of the bestselling book Limitless, to uncover how to unlock your brain’s full potential.

In today’s episode of Extend, we’re tackling a crucial health issue: high blood pressure.

In this episode, Dr. Shah sits down with Dr. Alok Trivedi, also known as Dr. Rewire, to explore how our unresolved traumas, subconscious beliefs, and identity patterns silently shape our health, habits, and happiness.

Whether you're aiming for sharper focus, better digestion, or long-term health, this episode delivers a practical roadmap to optimize your supplement strategy—minus the hype.

In this episode of Extend, I sit down with Dr. Navaz Habib to explore how vagus nerve activation can reduce inflammation and improve healthspan.

In this solo episode of Extend, I’m kicking off our new series on preventative medicine by breaking down the essential tests and metrics you need to know to protect your heart.

In this episode, I sit down with Andrew Lacy, the founder of Prenuvo, to explore how cutting-edge whole-body MRI technology is changing the game in preventative health.

In today’s episode, I sat down with Rajeev Kapur, an AI expert and author of AI Made Simple, to explore the rapidly evolving role of AI in medicine.

In this episode, we uncover the hidden endocrine role of bones, how they influence everything from testosterone to brain function, and why strength training is essential—not just for muscle, but for bone density and metabolic health.

In this episode, I sit down with Jeff Krasno, author of "Good Stress: The Health Benefits of Doing Hard Things," to explore the hidden epidemic of disconnection and its profound impact on our health.

In today’s episode of Extend, I’m breaking down the science of preventative medicine, and how you can take control of your health before disease takes control of you.

In this episode, we break down the biggest mistakes people make with fasting, the science of fasting-induced repair mechanisms, and the critical role of refeeding in longevity. To guide us through the latest research, I’m joined by Dr. Valter Longo, a globally recognized expert on longevity and nutrition.

In today’s episode, I sat down with Dr. Tracy Gapin, a board-certified urologist and expert in men’s health optimization, to break down the science of testosterone, hormone balance, and high-performance living.

In today’s episode of Extend, I’m joined by Colleen Cutcliffe, a microbiome scientist and co-founder of Pendulum, a company leading the way in gut health research.

In this episode, I sit down with registered dietitian and longevity expert Ella Davar to break down the science of personalized nutrition.

In this solo episode of Extend, I dive deep into the science of sleep routines and circadian rhythms. I share how proper sleep habits are foundational to the new healthcare paradigm focused on vitality rather than disease management.

In this week’s episode of Extend, I’m joined by Dr. Chris Palmer, a psychiatrist and author of Brain Energy.

In this episode, I sit down with Salim Najjar, an HRV expert and biohacker who took his health to the next level by learning how to regulate his nervous system.

Your bedroom should be your sanctuary for sleep, and small changes can lead to huge benefits in energy, focus, and long-term health. Tune in as I share practical, science-backed strategies to optimize your sleep setup so you can wake up truly restored.

In this episode, Vishen Lakhiani joins me for a powerful conversation about the mind-body connection. We break down how practices like meditation, breathwork, and visualization can unlock your full potential.

In this episode, I sit down with Julie Gibson Clark, a longevity researcher and biohacker who took her health into her own hands.

In this episode of Extend, I break down how tracking your sleep can uncover hidden disorders, optimize recovery, and improve long-term health.

In this episode of Extend, I sit down with Kelly and Juliet Starrett, bestselling authors of Built to Move and pioneers in the world of mobility and movement. We break down why small, everyday actions—like how you stand, sit, and breathe—are more important for your health than chasing big fitness milestones.

In this episode of Extend, I sit down with Dr. Ed Walker, a leading researcher in translational medicine, to break down how bitter compounds, used for centuries in traditional medicine, can help regulate hunger, control glucose levels, and support long-term weight management.

In today’s episode of Extend, I’m breaking down why recovery is the missing piece in your fitness routine.

In this episode of Extend, I sit down with sleep expert Dr. Matt Walker to dive into why sleep is the ultimate game changer for your health.

In today’s episode of Extend, I’m breaking down why mobility is the most overlooked pillar of longevity and how you can start improving yours right now.

In this episode of Extend, I sit down with Dr. David Perlmutter, a neurologist and five-time New York Times bestselling author known for his groundbreaking work on brain health, inflammation, and metabolic resilience.

In today’s episode of Extend, I’m diving into how you can break free from metabolic imbalances and reclaim your energy with the right strategies for fasting, nutrition, and movement.

In today’s episode of Extend, I’m diving into one of the most powerful and underutilized tools for your health and longevity: strength training. Whether you’re a gym regular or just getting started, this episode will break down the science and practical strategies you need to transform your fitness routine.

In today’s episode of Extend with Dr. Shah, I’m sitting down with Mona Sharma—nutritionist, wellness expert, and someone who truly gets what it takes to turn things around.

In this solo episode of Extend, I’m breaking down the science behind sustainable fitness progress and goal-setting so you can finally make those health resolutions stick.

In this episode of Extend, I sit down with Louisa Nicola, neurophysiologist and human performance coach, to uncover the science behind optimal brain health and the simple habits that can keep your mind sharp and resilient.

In this episode of Extend, I take a closer look at the silent yet dangerous effects of sedentary behavior—and why it could be one of the most overlooked threats to your long-term health.

In this episode of Extend, I sit down with Dr. Jay Shah, a cardiologist and blood pressure expert to tackle the barriers holding us back from controlling hypertension effectively.

In this episode of Extend, I sit down with Dr. Rangan Chatterjee, to explore a counterintuitive truth: our modern obsession with comfort is slowly eroding our health.

In this episode of Extend, I take a closer look at why so many people struggle to make sense of supplementation—and what you can do to make smarter, science-backed decisions.

In this episode of Extend with Dr. Darshan Shah, I sit down with my friend and esteemed colleague, Dr. Dale Bredesen, a pioneer in brain health and the author of The End of Alzheimer’s. Dr. Bredesen has completely changed the way I see cognitive decline, and today, we’re sharing how cutting-edge science is making Alzheimer’s a preventable—and even reversible—condition.

In this episode of the Extend podcast, I take a closer look at why the traditional approach to calorie control fails—and what you can do instead.