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Thomas Curran: The Perfection Trap, Self Criticism & High Standards, Manufactured Scarcity, Work Vs. Vocation, Capitalism Problems, Human and Social Progress, Mental Health & Chronic Stress, And More!

By melanieavalon / February 8, 2024

The Melanie Avalon Biohacking Podcast Episode #236 – Thomas Curran Listen on iTunes TRANSCRIPT GET PODCAST EMAIL UPDATES FoThomas Curran is a professor of psychology at the London School of Economics and author of a landmark study that the BBC hailed as “the first to compare perfectionism across generations.” His TED Talk on perfectionism has […]

Dr. Gary Richter, DVM: Pet Longevity, Intermittent Fasting For Dogs & Cats, Pet Supplements, Holistic Veterinary Care, Fresh Whole Foods Diets, Indoor Vs. Outdoor Cats, Berberine, Spermidine, & Rapamycin, And More!

By melanieavalon / February 1, 2024

The Melanie Avalon Biohacking Podcast Episode #235 – Dr. Gary Richter, DVM Listen on iTunes TRANSCRIPT GET PODCAST EMAIL UPDATES Dr. Gary Richter, DVM, is a distinguished veterinarian, international bestselling author of The Ultimate Pet Health Guide, founder of Ultimate Pet Nutrition. Dr. Richter is certified in veterinary acupuncture, as well as veterinary chiropractic. Dr. […]

Nina Teicholz: The Big Fat Surprise, Saturated Fat Myths, Vegan And Mediterranean Diets, Nutrition Science, Study Manipulations, Dietary Guidelines, Trans Fats & Seed Oils, Generational Nutrition Bias, And More!

By melanieavalon / January 25, 2024

The Melanie Avalon Biohacking Podcast Episode #234 – Nina Teicholz Listen on iTunes TRANSCRIPT GET PODCAST EMAIL UPDATES Nina Teicholz is a science journalist, author, and thought leader in the field of nutrition, science and health. She is best known for her New York Times bestseller, The Big Fat Surprise, which upended the conventional wisdom […]

Loretta Breuning, Ph.D.: Why You’re Unhappy, Politics Vs Biology, Oxytocin From Crowds & Strangers, Social Status Climbing, Wanting Vs. Liking, Society’s Perfectionism, Chasing Dopamine, And More!

By melanieavalon / January 18, 2024

The Melanie Avalon Biohacking Podcast Episode #233 – Loretta Breuning, Ph.D. Listen on iTunes TRANSCRIPT GET PODCAST EMAIL UPDATES Loretta G. Breuning, PhD, is Founder of the Inner Mammal Institute and Professor Emerita of Management at California State University, East Bay. She is the author of many personal development books, including Habits of a Happy […]

Melissa Bond: The Benzodiazepine Epidemic, Addiction Vs Dependency, Tapering Off Pills, Wife & Motherhood Challenges, Surprising Media Coverage, From Ambien To Ativan, Medical Self-Advocacy, And More!

By melanieavalon / January 11, 2024

The Melanie Avalon Biohacking Podcast Episode #232 – Melissa Bond Listen on iTunes TRANSCRIPT GET PODCAST EMAIL UPDATES Melissa Bond blogged and became a regular contributor for Mad in America in the years of her dependence on benzodiazepines. ABC World News Tonight interviewed her for a piece in January 2014, and Blood Orange Night was […]

Dr. Anthony Youn: Everything Cosmetic Procedures, Botox And Fillers, Liposuction And Brown Fat, Autojuvenation & Slowing The Aging Process, Autophagy Supporting Diet, Collagen Supplementation, Retinol And Skincare, And More!

By melanieavalon / January 4, 2024

The Melanie Avalon Biohacking Podcast Episode #231 – Dr. Anthony Youn Listen on iTunes TRANSCRIPT GET PODCAST EMAIL UPDATES Dr. Anthony Youn is one of the most trusted and well-known plastic surgeons in the world. Recognized as a leader in the field and followed by millions, he is highly valued for his honest approach and […]

Best Of 2023 (Part 2): Dave Asprey, Marion Nestle, Daniel Vitalis, Dr. Loretta Breuning, Dr. Marc Milstein, Tony Horton, Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, And More!

By melanieavalon / December 28, 2023

The Melanie Avalon Biohacking Podcast Episode #230 – Best Of 2023 (Part 2) Listen on iTunes TRANSCRIPT GET PODCAST EMAIL UPDATES SHOWNOTESIF Biohackers: Intermittent Fasting + Real foods + Life: Join Melanie’s Facebook group at for a weekly episode giveaway, and to discuss and learn about all things biohacking! All conversations welcome!Follow Melanie on Instagram to […]

Best Of 2023 (Part 1): Dr. Gabor Mate, Dr. Terry Wahls, Thomas DeLauer, Ben Azadi, Joel Kahn, Dr. Caroline Leaf, Kris Gethin, And More!

By melanieavalon / December 21, 2023

The Melanie Avalon Biohacking Podcast Episode #229 – Best Of 2023 (Part 1) Listen on iTunes TRANSCRIPT GET PODCAST EMAIL UPDATES SHOWNOTESIF Biohackers: Intermittent Fasting + Real foods + Life: Join Melanie’s Facebook group at for a weekly episode giveaway, and to discuss and learn about all things biohacking! All conversations welcome!Follow Melanie on Instagram to […]

Moha Bensofia (Mendi): Mendi Neurofeedback Device, Brain Strengthening, Training The Prefrontal Cortex, Improving Mental Focus, Emotional Stability, ADHD, PTSD, Anxiety, & Depression, Optimizing Performance, And More!

By melanieavalon / December 14, 2023

The Melanie Avalon Biohacking Podcast Episode #228 – Moha Bensofia Listen on iTunes TRANSCRIPT GET PODCAST EMAIL UPDATES One of Europe’s most active angel investors who started from nothing just a few years ago, at nearly 40 years old. Invested in dozens of companies and with a clear vision of building great things with amazing […]

Dan Levitt: Atoms From The Big Bang To Dinner, Mitochondrial Evolution, Photosynthesis And Snowball Earth, Women In Science History, Innate Plant Intelligence, CERN Particle Research, The Search For Alien Life, And More!

By melanieavalon / December 7, 2023

The Melanie Avalon Biohacking Podcast Episode #227 – Dan Levitt Listen on iTunes TRANSCRIPT GET PODCAST EMAIL UPDATES Dan spent over 25 years writing, producing, and directing award-winning documentaries for National Geographic, Discovery, Science, History, PBS, and the Howard Hughes Medical Institute. He has produced films on how Galileo, Newton, Einstein, and Hawking made their […]