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The Genius Life

The Genius Life

By: Max Lugavere
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Science-first wellness podcast that is 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 nutrition and longevity. ⁣⁣⁣  Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice.Max Lugavere Hygiene & Healthy Living
Episodes
  • 544: The #1 Science-Backed Confidence Hack Nobody Teaches | Shade Zahrai, PhD
    Jan 21 2026

    Dr. Shadeh Zahrai is a leadership strategist and behavioral science expert—and the author of Big Trust—focused on helping people build real confidence and take action in uncertainty.

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    2 hrs and 1 min
  • 543: The New Rules of Men’s Health, Aging, and Performance | Josh Duhamel
    Jan 19 2026

    Actor and GATLAN co-founder Josh Duhamel joins Max to unpack aging, testosterone, peptides, and performance—along with the mindset shifts that help men stay strong, energized, and grounded as they get older.

    15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now!

    Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavere

    Watch my new documentary Little Empty Boxes - https://www.maxlugavere.com/film


    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.


    JustThrive makes high quality probiotics with mental health in mind. Get 20% your first 90 day bottle when you go to https://justthrivehealth.com/GENIUS and use code GENIUSLIFE at checkout!

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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • 542: The Science of Navigating Change, Grief, and Uncertainty | Maya Shankar, PhD
    Jan 14 2026

    Cognitive scientist Maya Shankar explains why change and uncertainty can feel so destabilizing, how they threaten our sense of identity, and the science-backed tools that actually help us stay grounded and whole when life makes other plans.

    15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now!

    Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavere

    Watch my new documentary Little Empty Boxes - https://www.maxlugavere.com/film


    This episode is proudly sponsored by:

    OneSkin is a skincare company for minimalists utilizing their revolutionary OS-01 peptide which can reverse signs of skin aging according to their research. Visit ⁠http://oneskin.co/max⁠ and use code MAX for 15% off.


    AG1 is my favorite multivitamin now in delicious new flavors! Enjoy a free welcome kit including flavor sampler, AGZ sleep, vitamin D+K2 with your first subscription. All you have to do is visit drinkag1.com/GENIUS.

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    1 hr and 6 mins
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