Best Sam Varner Podcasts (2026)

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Conscious Aging: Navigating Life’s Third Act With Wayne Lehrer 57:21

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Your retirement years should never be spent chugging down medicine or lying in bed all day. Spiritual architect and meditation teacher Wayne Lehrer is here to talk about his book, The Art of Conscious Aging. Together with Zach Gurick, he shares practical tips on navigating the “third act” of your life so you can focus your later years on finding re…

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The Unique Magic Of Red Light Therapy With Dr. Carl Rothschild 1:02:20

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Undergoing physical therapy is a great way to treat various diseases and keep your body in good shape. Dr. Carl Rothschild is here to present one of the most underutilized yet profoundly effective therapies in modern wellness: red light therapy. He joins Zach Gurick to discuss their Trifecta Light BedTM and shares real-life stories of healing that …

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A Must-Use Medical Breakthrough Device With Danielle Forsgren 46:52

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If you can get rid of inflammation in your body, you are making the right step to achieve healing from chronic diseases. Danielle Forsgren is here to present a medical breakthrough device that can make this way more convenient: AVACEN. She joins Zach Gurick to discuss how this noninvasive, drug-free, over-the-counter heat therapy system can provide…

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Future Of AI-Empowered Medicine With Jesse Levey And Hunter Ziesing 51:11

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Medical tests and treatments are dreaded by many because they often break the bank. But thanks to AI-empowered medicine, this unfortunate reality may be finally changed for the better. Zach Gurick is joined by Hunter Ziesing and Jesse Levy of Longevity Health, who harness the power of AI to close the gap between cutting-edge science and everyday li…

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Making Investments Into Medical Innovation With Sam Libby 45:58

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It is certainly exciting to see healthcare breakthroughs thanks to today’s cutting-edge technology – but they can only be possible by securing the right funding. Zach Gurick sits down with Sam Libby of TCB Capital Advisors to share all about their investments in medical innovation. He sheds light on the urgent need to close persistent gaps in women…

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How To Deal With Chronic Migraine With Dr. Elena Gross 1:00:26

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One in eight people in the world is suffering from chronic migraines, making it one of the most widespread yet misunderstood health challenges of our time. In her teenage years, Dr. Elena Gross struggled with the worst migraines as well, but her research is now changing everything we know about managing and treating them. She joins Zach Gurick to d…

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The Truth About Starting Your Own Aesthetic Practice with Holly Seals 15:09

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In this episode of Aesthetic AF we sit down with nurse practitioner and aesthetic practice owner Holly Seals to explore her journey from nursing burnout to building her own thriving medspa. Holly shares the bold decisions that shaped her career, the mindset shifts new injectors need, the systems that genuinely grow a practice, and why honest patien…

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Aging Gracefully Through The Longevity Pyramid With Dr. William Bruno 48:12

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Growing old may be one of the inevitabilities of life, but it does not have to be miserable. Dr. William Bruno presents the Longevity Pyramid to serve as a guide to reframing aging as an opportunity to thrive. Joining Zach Gurick, he explains why genetics do not have to define your destiny and why simple daily habits can greatly extend your health …

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From ER Nurse to Aesthetic Injector: Braidee Ireland's Leap Into Aesthetics 29:27

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If you’re growing your medspa and want marketing that actually works instead of draining your energy and budget, this episode is for you. We sit down with Braidee Ireland, an aesthetic injector at Injections by Braidee, for a real conversation about what it takes to build a business that is profitable, sustainable, and built on strategy rather than…

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Experiencing Empowered Aging With Robin Kencel 44:39

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Getting old should not limit you from doing the things you love or enjoying a purposeful life. At 67 years old, Robin Kencel proves that experiencing empowered aging is never impossible. She joins Zach Gurick to discuss how she redefines what it means to age well, solidified by her title of Miss Connecticut Senior America 2025 and a seven-time winn…

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Secrets To Living A Healthy Long Life With Jon Sabes 48:17

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Anyone would love to live a long life. But of course, you do not want to spend your later years chugging down medicines, drowning in debt, or simply bedridden. Zach Gurick sits down with accomplished entrepreneur, leader, and visionary Jon Sabes to discuss lifestyle and science, especially the breakthroughs in epigenetics, which are redefining our …

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How Fast Decisions Can Change Your Life With Dr. Geoffrey Mount Varner 45:53

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We only have so much time in the world, and we need to make every single moment count. ER physician and best-selling author Dr. Geoffrey Mount Varner underlines why we should make fast decisions without delay to unlock a purposeful and meaningful life. He joins Zach Gurick to discuss why you should not waste your time waiting or preparing, but inst…

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Why Hormone Replacement Therapy Is the Missing Link in Women’s Longevity with Dr. Sarah Daccarett 53:47

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Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is one of the most misunderstood yet powerful tools for women’s health and longevity. Dr. Sarah Daccarett — founder and CEO of Inner Balance — reveals how declining hormones drive over 100 symptoms such as fatigue, anxiety, brain fog, and sleep issues, and why properly dosed, full-spectrum HRT can be foundational f…

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What the Numbers Say About Your Medspa’s Growth with Stephanie Simkins 17:02

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Money talk doesn’t have to be scary. In this episode of the Aesthetic AF Podcast, Sam and Tara sit down with Stephanie Simkins, founder of Harper & Faye Financial, to talk all things numbers — from bookkeeping basics to scaling with confidence. Stephanie breaks down the biggest financial mistakes medspa owners make (hint: your bank balance isn’t yo…

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The Flow Factor: Choosing Your Energy, Creating Your Life With Christy Whitman 58:15

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Flow isn’t an accident—it’s a practice you can choose every day. In this powerful conversation, New York Times bestselling author and transformational leader Christy Whitman shares insights from her book The Flow Factor, revealing how to shift from lack to abundance, neutralize negative energy, and consciously create the life you desire. Through pr…

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The Power of Networking with Heather Leopold: Building Connections that Grow Your Business 27:17

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Networking isn’t just mingling — it’s marketing that works. In this episode of the Aesthetic AF Podcast, Sam Varner and Tara Dotson Riley of Bloom Theory Marketing chat with Heather Leopold, owner of DripBar Cinco Ranch, about how showing up, building connections, and collaborating strategically helped her grow a thriving medspa brand. You’ll learn…

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Re-Engineer Your Day: Simple Ways To Enhance And Extend Your Healthspan With Jim Walter, PhD In Exercise Physiology 48:22

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Healthspan isn’t just built in the gym — it’s shaped by the choices you make all day long. Cardiovascular exercise physiologist Dr. Jim Walter shares how his father’s early passing drove his mission to help people extend their healthspan through simple, science-backed daily movements. He explains why the “150 minutes per week” guideline often disco…

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Blending Beauty and Dentistry: How Dr. Katya Kulic Is Redefining Patient Care | Aesthetic AF Podcast 36:18

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This week on the Aesthetic AF Podcast, Sam and Tara chat with Dr. Katya Kulic, owner of Le Blanc Dentistry and Aesthetics in Houston, about what it’s really like to blend dentistry and aesthetics under one roof. Dr. Katya shares how her love for smiles and skin turned into a unique dual-practice concept — one that treats beauty from the inside out.…

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How PEMF Vibes Are Shaping The Future Of Healing With Mark Fox 53:01

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PEMF therapy—often called the “Earth’s heartbeat”—is transforming how we approach healing and wellness. Mark Fox, former space shuttle chief engineer turned health innovator at Resona Health, joins to share the science and story behind VIBE, his pocket-sized PEMF device designed to bring frequency-based healing into everyday life. He explains how p…

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How Dr. Chanique Ecby Turned Fear into a Thriving Med Spa | Aesthetic AF Podcast 27:11

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This week on the Aesthetic AF Podcast, Sam and Tara chat with Dr. Chanique Eby, owner of Face Value Med Spa, about her journey from labor & delivery nurse to med-spa founder. She opens up about starting with zero clients, learning to market authentically, finding confidence in her pricing, and facing the fear of leaving her full-time job. It’s an h…

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Real Estate Secrets Every Med Spa Owner Should Know | Aesthetic AF Podcast 41:02

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In this episode, your host Sam Varner sits down with Todd Stanley, Partner at Practice Real Estate Group, to uncover what every medspa owner should know before choosing, leasing, or expanding their space. Todd shares insider strategies from years in healthcare real estate—so you can stop guessing and start growing smarter. If you're a medspa owner …

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Making Stem Cell Therapy More Accessible With Dr. Nathan Newman 50:11

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Stem cell therapy has been saving lives ever since it was first developed, and Dr. Nathan Newman still managed to bring it to the next level. He joins Zach Gurick to share about STEM, a pioneering plant-based skin care technology that harnesses the regenerative power of plant stem cells. He breaks down his proprietary Stem Cell Lift® procedure that…

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How To Reverse Your Biological Age With Dr. Kavin Mistry 1:03:23

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Dr. Kavin Mistry’s research has discovered that some people are aging biologically faster than they should, putting their health and wellbeing at serious risk. He joins Zach Gurick to present seven paradigm shifts you can make in life to slow down and even reverse your biological age and reclaim your optimal health. From returning to the core princ…

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Detox Your Body With Breathwork: Healing Through Breath With Kurtis Lee Thomas 46:50

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Detox your body and unlock deeper healing through the power of breathwork. Kurtis Lee Thomas, creator of the Breathwork Detox modality and founder of the Just Breathe Foundation, reveals how intentional breathing can release stored stress, trauma, and negative emotions while resetting the nervous system. From his own journey of overcoming chronic h…

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Can We Live Forever? Extending Lifespan Through Telomere Research With Dr. Bill Andrews 52:33

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What if aging isn’t inevitable, but a process we can slow—or even reverse? In this episode, Dr. Bill Andrews, geneticist and founder of Sierra Sciences, unpacks the science of telomeres, the protective caps on our chromosomes that shorten as cells divide. He explains how telomerase, an enzyme he helped discover, can lengthen telomeres and restore y…

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Smarter, Safer, Stronger: Inside OxeFit’s AI-Powered Fitness System With Jeff Blake And Maureen Rounds 43:43

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A smart fitness system that merges strength training, AI-driven feedback, and real-time data is transforming the way we think about exercise and recovery. Jeff Blake and Maureen Rounds from OxeFit reveal how their NASA-engineered platform brings precision, personalization, and safety to fitness—whether through 300+ classes, advanced resistance mode…

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How Stem Cells Can Change Your Life With Dr. Joy Kong 58:55

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Stem cell therapy has been saving lives for quite some time now, and modern breakthroughs continue to be discovered and developed these days. Zach Gurick explores the most exciting regenerative innovations today with stem cell expert Dr. Joy Kong. She explains how stem cell treatments can help tap into the body’s natural ability to heal itself, ult…

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Speeding Up Medical Breakthroughs With Julio Martinez-Clark 43:39

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Most medical breakthroughs in the United States take around 17 years to be developed, approved, and implemented. If this timeframe can be shortened, more lives can be saved and more medical institutions can improve their methods. Julio Martinez-Clark is committed to speeding up medical innovations by bringing them over to other countries with more …

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Living To 140 - A Conversation On Healthy Longevity With Leslie Hocker 46:42

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Forget what you thought aging looked like. Leslie Hocker is redefining healthy longevity with a vision of strength, joy, and clarity at every stage of life. In this empowering conversation, she shares how her 101-year-old mother inspired her approach to movement, purpose, and mindset. Whether you’re just starting your wellness journey or doubling d…

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A Powerlifting Vegan’s Guide To The Longevity Lifestyle With John Solleder 51:40

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Longevity lifestyle isn’t just a buzzword—it’s the daily discipline of building health that lasts. In this energizing episode, John Solleder, wellness expert, author, entrepreneur, and competitive powerlifter at 64, shares the deeply personal story behind his transformation and commitment to raw veganism, resistance training, and mindset mastery. F…

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Build A Healthier Body Through Holistic Nutrition With Julie Hill 51:24

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Many conventional approaches to health and wellness are widely observed, but they often fall short of helping individuals become healthier. Therefore, instead of focusing too much on medication and exercise, perhaps it is time to pay more attention to holistic nutrition. Zach Gurick is joined by Julie Hill, a functional medicine certified practitio…

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Detoxify Your Body The Right Way With Expert Dr. Martin Pytela 45:04

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Toxins are found almost everywhere: in the food that we eat, in the water that we drink, and in the most common household items we use every single day. To avoid toxic buildup and maintain a healthy body, you must know how to detoxify your system the right way. Zach Gurick chats with Life Enthusiast Dr. Martin Pytela about how toxins damage your bo…

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The Future Of Optimizing Health: Regeneration, Data & Wellness With Dr. Lacey Book, Co-Founder Of Well Infused 42:06

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Regenerative health isn’t just about longevity—it’s about feeling fully alive today. In this powerful conversation on optimizing health, Dr. Lacey Book, co-founder of Well Infused, shares how personalized biomarkers, functional medicine, and cutting-edge regenerative therapies like IV vitamin infusions, NAD, and umbilical stem cells are reshaping t…

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Healing Through Dome Wellness With Dan Schmitt and Gustavo Silva 52:16

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Millions of people are overprescribed and dying from either chronic illnesses or depression. These are highly preventable circumstances, and one of the most optimal solutions available right now is the Dome Wellness. Exploring this interesting innovation with Zack Gurick are its inventor Dan Schmitt and kinesiologist Gustavo Silva. Together, they e…

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Building a Med Spa: The Entrepreneurial Journey of Deanna from Holos Med Spa - Ep 11 27:04

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Building a Med Spa: The Entrepreneurial Journey of Deanna from Holos Med Spa In this episode, your hosts Tara Dotson Riley and Sam Varner sit down with DeAnna Maher, MSN, FNP-BC, CANS, owner of Holos Med Spa, to talk all things entrepreneurship, burnout, growth, and marketing in the aesthetics industry. DeAnna shares her real-world journey from wor…

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Take Charge Of Your Own Health With Measurable Actions - The Pulse Cure With Dr. Torkil Færø 44:45

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The body has the ability to send you signs if it is not feeling well, although these are often hard to understand if not downright impossible. But thanks to the Heart Rate Variability (HRV), interpreting those signs has never been easier. Zach Gurick sits down with Dr. Torkil Færø, author of The Pulse Cure, to discuss how HRV can help you escape st…

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Inside Regenerative Medicine: What Stem Cells Mean For Aging And Recovery With Dr. Dallas Kingsbury 1:04:42

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Regenerative medicine is redefining what’s possible in healing and longevity, with stem cells, placental therapies, and cellular innovation leading the way. Dr. Dallas Kingsbury, Vice President of Regenerative Medicine at Fountain Life, dives into the therapies transforming how we age, recover, and perform. From orthopedic applications and wound ca…

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Secrets to Hosting Six-Figure Medspa Events: Insights from Aesthetics Business Coach, Emily Kendel - Ep 10 26:01

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Secrets to Hosting Six-Figure Medspa Events: Insights from Aesthetics Business Coach, Emily Kendel What if your next medspa event didn’t just “go well”… but actually brought in six figures? In this episode of Aesthetic AF, hosts Sam Varner and Tara Dotson Riley sit down with Emily Kendel, founder of the SPA Project and coach to med spa owners, to d…

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The Power Of Embracing Love With Christin Collins 52:42

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Embracing love and becoming an embodiment of it every single day will allow you to understand your purpose and embark on a journey of deep self-discovery. This is what Christin Collins has done with her own life, which she shares in her award-winning book, be. love. She talks all about it with Zach Gurick and his guest co-host Sarah Owen, Shell Poi…

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How To Get Better Sleep With Michael Byrne 41:56

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Almost half of the people in the United States are getting less than six hours of sleep – an alarming statistic about one of the most important pillars of our longevity. Michael Byrne offers an innovative way to get better sleep through their groundbreaking new tech at Bia Neuroscience. Sitting down with Zach Gurick, he presents their smart sleep m…

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Redefining Women's Health & Aesthetics with Michelle Marlowe - Ep 9 37:08

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On this episode of the Aesthetic AF Podcast, we’re joined by Michelle Marlowe, owner of Infusion Body & Skin, for a real conversation on what growth actually looks like when you’re building an aesthetic business that aligns with your life — not just the industry’s hustle mindset. 💡 From tackling women's wellness topics to redefining success on her …

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The Heart Of A Survivor: A Journey Through Cancer And Living Life To The Fullest With Mayo Clinic’s Dr. Dawn Mussallem 53:36

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Resilience, hope, and the profound power of holistic healing take center stage in this conversation. In this episode, we dive deep into a truly remarkable journey with Dr. Dawn Mussallem, a physician at Mayo Clinic, as she shares her powerful personal battles against stage four cancer, advanced heart failure, and a life-altering heart transplant, a…

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Boost Your Brain Power: Innovative Brain Training With Thinkie System With Nick White 44:25

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Ever wondered if you could turn back the clock on your brain's age and reclaim mental clarity? Brain training just got a serious upgrade with Thinkie System, a revolutionary technology that promises to sharpen your mind and potentially shave years off your cognitive age. In this episode, we're diving deep with Nicholas White, a key figure from Thin…

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Medspa Compliance & Costly Mistakes with Texas Healthcare Attorney Doris Dike - Ep 8 28:28

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Medspa Compliance & Costly Mistakes with Healthcare Attorney Doris Dike The Aesthetic AF Podcast | Hosted by Tara Dotson Riley & Sam Varner This episode is a must-listen for any medspa owner, nurse, or aesthetic business leader looking to protect their business, reputation, and license. Tara and Sam sit down with Doris Dike, founder of Dike Law Gro…

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Rewrite Your Future: Optimizing Health & Wellbeing To Thrive Now With Judy Gaman, CEO Of Executive Medicine Of Texas 45:10

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The future of personalized healthcare is here, and Judy Gaman, CEO of Executive Medicine of Texas, is leading the charge with innovative strategies for optimizing health and wellbeing. In this deeply insightful episode, we explore the fascinating intersection of science, purpose, and human connection, as Judy shares her remarkable journey and the l…

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The Power of Persistence: Growing a MedSpa with Social Media, Networking & Passion with Dr. Jacinta Anyaoku - Ep 7 33:39

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The Power of Persistence: Growing a MedSpa with Social Media, Networking & Passion with Dr. Jacinta Anyaoku | Aesthetic AF Podcast [Ep 7] In this episode of the Aesthetic AF Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Jacinta Anyaoku, board-certified family medicine and obesity medicine physician, and the founder of Hibiscus Aesthetics & Wellness in Katy, Texas.…

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The Riker Regimen: Five Pillars To Prevent Disease & Extend Your Healthspan With Dr. Adam Riker 57:54

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What if the secret to a longer, healthier life has been right in front of us all along? Today, we explore the Riker Regimen — a science-backed lifestyle created by surgical oncologist Dr. Adam Riker to prevent disease and boost vitality. Covering five key pillars — nutrition, movement, sleep, stress, and purpose — Dr. Riker shares practical strateg…

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The Magic Behind CAROL Bike With Ulrich Dempfle 51:09

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The CAROL Bike is the world’s first-ever AI-powered exercise bike build around Reduced Exertion High Intensity Training or REHIT. Unlike other workout equipment out there, it allows users to enjoy cardio benefits of a 45-minute run in under five minutes. CAROL Bike’s CEO and co-founder Ulrich Dempfle is here to reveal the secrets of their invention…

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Riding Beyond Limits: A Cycling Journey Of Purpose, Passion, And Possibility At 85 With Marv Gibbs 27:04

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What happens when an 85-year-old sets a goal not just to ride his bike—but to virtually cycle 8,500 miles from Fort Myers to Hong Kong? Meet Marv Gibbs, a man whose journey is about so much more than physical endurance. It’s about purpose, passion, and the power of a dream that spans decades. From running like Forrest Gump in his younger years to t…

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Future-Proof Your Heart: Cutting-Edge Cardiac Health With Dr. Malissa Wood of Lee Health 42:26

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In this episode of the Fully Alive podcast, host Zach Gurick sits down with the incredible Dr. Malissa Wood—Vice President and Chief Physician at the Lee Health Heart Institute, former Director of Cardiology at Massachusetts General Hospital, and a professor at Harvard Medical School. They dive deep into cardiac health—exploring cutting-edge tests,…