Best Ben And Emil Podcasts (2025)

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BAES 129: The Crying Billionaires are Crying Again 1:11:39

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Our sweet sensitive tech overlords are crying again! It's David Sacks again this time, and all his butt buddies are coming out of the woodwork to show their undying support for him. We'll dig into the reasons why. WATCH THE LATEST EPISODE OF EMIL'S NEW SHOW!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CEICUWllHew OUR NEW CREDIT CARD SITE IS LIVE!!! Go get that …

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531: Is Your Pain All in Your Brain? The Shocking Truth About Chronic Pain, Mood, and Inflammation | Daniel Amen, MD 58:27

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Chronic pain affects one in five adults, and psychiatrist and social media star Daniel Amen believes most of us are treating it completely wrong. In this episode, we explore how the brain’s hidden “pain circuits” keep suffering alive—and the surprising tools that can finally break the cycle. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: ht…

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530: The Truth About Autism, Resilience, and What Kids Really Need to Thrive | Leland Vittert 59:50

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Leland Vittert shares the raw, extraordinary journey behind Born Lucky—a story of autism, grit, and the parenting that changed everything. 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 Em…

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BAES 128: The Global Crisis Nobody's Talking About 1:16:11

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Jon Millstein joins us this week to talk all about climate change and how America is totally dropping the ball and completely ignoring renewables and the very real climate crisis we're still barreling toward.WATCH THE FIRST EPISODE OF EMIL'S NEW SHOW!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wWED3Qultfc OUR NEW CREDIT CARD SITE IS LIVE!!! Go get that AMEX ca…

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529: Are Your Symptoms Being Ignored? What Doctors Overlook and Why | Erin Nance, MD 1:12:59

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Orthopedic surgeon and medical-mystery expert Dr. Erin Nance, aka “Little MisDiagnosed,” joins Max for a powerful conversation on why diagnoses are so often missed and how to finally get the answers and care you deserve. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now! Subscribe to The Genius Li…

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528: Why You’re Bloated – A Surgeon Debunks the Internet’s Worst Gut Health Myths | Karan Rajan, MD 1:07:47

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Max is joined by Dr. Karan Rajan, medical doctor and one of the internet’s sharpest science myth-busters, to break down the real evidence behind bloating, fiber, carnivore, probiotics, and everything the gut-health world keeps getting wrong. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now! Subsc…

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BAES 127: Trump is All Over the Epstein Files 1:15:20

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To the surprise of absolutely nobody, Trump is mentioned over 1,000 times in the recently released Epstein emails. But it's not just him. Tons of prominent democrats and others have lengthy and weird correspondence with Epstein and we're going over it all. Enjoy yourself.WATCH THE FIRST EPISODE OF EMIL'S NEW SHOW!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wWE…

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527: How to Become Mentally Unbreakable and Use AI to Upgrade Your Brain | Jim Kwik 1:11:54

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AI can either erode your focus and memory—or become the greatest tool you’ve ever used to sharpen them. In this episode with Jim Kwik, we break down how to build an anti-fragile brain that gets stronger in the face of stress, distraction, and rapid technological change. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f -…

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526: What If You Could Feel Good Again? How Foundation Training Reverses Pain and Builds Real Strength | Eric Goodman, DC 1:27:12

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Struggling with back pain, tightness, or posture issues? Eric Goodman, DC breaks down the Foundation Training method that has helped millions rebuild their bodies, improve mobility, and finally move without pain. 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 Yo…

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BAES 126: Sam Altman is a Conman. 1:14:24

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The walls are closing in on Sam Altman. He's irritable in interviews. Dodgy about reasonable questions given the amount of BS he spews almost daily. This week we're taking a look at the recent drama surrounding Sam and his CFO, who suggested that OpenAI might lean on the US government as a "lender of last resort". Plus, Michael Burry has a new shor…

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525: The Top Diet Strategies for Living Longer (What Actually Works) | Emil Thorup 1:32:46

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Denmark’s top self-experimenter and broadcaster Emil Thorup joins me live in Copenhagen to share the simple, science-backed habits that actually move the needle for a longer, stronger life. We unpack the truth about diet, exercise, and balance—and why most people are focusing on all the wrong things. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Diseas…

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524: The Truth About Supplements – What’s Regulated, What’s Not, and How to Find Quality | Oliver Amdrup 1:09:03

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Oliver Amdrup, co-founder of Puori, joins Max live from Copenhagen to expose the truth about regulation, purity, and potency of health supplements, revealing how to spot real quality when it comes to fish oil, creatine, and protein powders—and how to avoid the junk that’s flooding the market. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: h…

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BAES 125: The Hidden Dangers of the $20,000 Robot Slave 1:12:08

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ROBOTS ARE HERE. At least according to 1X Tech with their NEO at home robot. They have some big promises they're making and we're splashing some cold water on it. Ben definitely wants one. But what if it decides to start fires? Find out on this week's BANGER episode. WATCH THE FIRST EPISODE OF EMIL'S NEW SHOW!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wWED3Qu…

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523: The Hidden Relationship Killer No One Warns You About | Tracy Dalgleish, PhD 1:00:17

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Dr. Tracy Dalgleish, PhD, is a clinical psychologist and couples therapist with nearly 20 years of experience helping partners untangle the emotional chaos of modern relationships. In this episode, she reveals the hidden family dynamics that silently sabotage even the strongest couples—and what to do about it before the next holiday dinner blows up…

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522: Inside the Future of Protein – A Turkey Farmer’s Guide to Better Meat and Better Health | Heidi Diestel 1:12:51

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What if your protein isn’t just fueling your muscles, but shaping the health of the planet—and your body—at the same time? In this episode, fourth-generation farmer Heidi Diestel reveals the truth about meat labels, regenerative farming, and how to tell whether the food on your plate is genuinely nourishing you or just posing as “healthy.” Get $20 …

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BAES 124: NBA Stars Arrested By FBI in Mafia Gambling Ring 1:15:41

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Gambling is DESTROYING sports, and now destroying the lives of some big NBA stars. We're unpacking the absolutely wild story of the Italian mob, their close ties to NBA players, and the lengths they went to to cheat and steal for YEARS.WATCH THE FIRST EPISODE EMIL'S NEW SHOW!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wWED3QultfcOUR NEW CREDIT CARD SITE IS LIV…

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521: Why Teens Act the Way They Do (and What Adults Get Wrong) | Ann-Louise Lockhart, PhD 1:07:36

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Clinical psychologist Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart breaks down what teens are really communicating beneath their behavior, and why connection—not control—matters most. We discuss key insights from her new book Love the Teen You Have and how reframing “conflict” can strengthen any relationship. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https…

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520: How to Instantly Tell When You’re Being Lied To (It’s Shockingly Simple) | Kaizen Asiedu 1:15:05

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Harvard grad, Emmy-winning creative, and Clear Thinker founder Kaizen Asiedu joins Max to teach you how to instantly spot bias, spin, and manipulation in real time — and build a sane, truth-centered information diet in a world engineered to confuse you. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBoo…

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BAES 123: Heists Are So Back (And We're Planning One) 1:13:27

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The Louvre got robbed. Hard. We're taking a break from the humdrum garbage going on out in the world to talk about how heists are BACK and BETTER THAN EVER. It might just be what we all need.OUR NEW CREDIT CARD SITE IS LIVE!!! Go get that BILT card baby!https://thecreditcardlist.comGive this video a thumbs up if you enjoyed it! And please leave us …

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519: What Should We Actually Eat? An Evidence-Based Guide to Eating for Health and Longevity | Ty Beal, PhD 1:09:52

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Ty Beal, PhD is a nutrition scientist and head of data and analytics at the Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN), whose research for WHO, FAO, and UNICEF helps shape international nutrition policy. In this episode, he cuts through diet confusion with an evidence-based, pragmatic framework for eating to support long-term health and longevit…

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518: The Surprising Reason You’re Tired – And How to Fix It at the Cellular Level | Daria Mochly-Rosen, PhD 1:20:19

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If you’ve been feeling tired, foggy, or worn down for no obvious reason, Stanford mitochondrial researcher Dr. Daria Mochly-Rosen—author of The Life Machines: How Taking Care of Your Mitochondria Can Transform Your Health—reveals why your cells may be losing energy long before your labs show it—and what emerging science is doing about it. 15 Daily …

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BAES 122: How Ben Lost $400,000 in a day 1:10:11

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So how does it feel to lose $400,000 in a single day? Haha I'm glad you asked. Well, in this episode Ben gets CANDID and discusses a few trades that really turned on him. Plus, Trump's turning up the heat with China and someone with insider information made $200 million shorting bitcoin.OUR NEW CREDIT CARD SITE IS LIVE!!! Go get that BILT card baby…

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517: Why Being Lonely Is as Deadly as Smoking – And What To Do Even If You're an Introvert | Ben Rein, PhD 1:16:33

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In this powerful episode, neuroscientist Dr. Ben Rein—author of Why Brains Need Friends—shares with Max why chronic isolation acts like a biological stressor, triggering inflammation, accelerating aging, and rewiring the brain for anxiety and disease. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook …

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516: The 3 Trauma-Driven Behaviors That Push People Away | Anna Runkle 1:24:57

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YouTube sensation Anna Runkle, better known as the Crappy Childhood Fairy, joins Max to unpack the hidden ways trauma shapes how we connect — or disconnect — from others. They discuss the three trauma-driven behaviors that quietly push people away, the difference between PTSD and complex PTSD, and how to re-regulate your nervous system so you can b…

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BAES 121: The White House Memo that Could Put Us in Jail 1:20:05

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Well it's been nice knowing you guys but according to the new White House Memorandum we violate quite a few laws and are likely subject to arrest and imprisonment. In this episode we'll go over the nasty details. Give this video a thumbs up if you enjoyed it! And please leave us a comment! It helps us!***Ben's new movies and tv podcast with Dillon …

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515: The Ageless Blueprint for Strength, Mobility, and Relationships That Last | Gabby Reece 1:23:46

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Gabby Reece—legendary athlete, model, wellness icon, and co-founder of Laird Superfood—shares her blueprint for staying strong, mobile, and connected for life. She and Max explore how to train smarter, recover better, and build relationships that last, while redefining what it truly means to age well. You’ll walk away inspired to move with purpose,…

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514: Feeling Stuck? How to Finally Find Your True Purpose (Backed by Science) | Suzy Welch 56:45

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BAES 120: AI is the Biggest Bubble of All Time ft. ED ZITRON 1:55:12

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Ed Zitron is back with us to talk about all the latest insanity coming out of silicon valley, OpenAI, and the entire AI tech apparatus.The numbers don't add up.Give this video a thumbs up if you enjoyed it! And please leave us a comment! It helps us!***Ben's new movies and tv podcast with Dillon is OUT NOW! GO WATCH the latest episode on THE HIGH S…

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513: The Menopause Myths That Are Hurting Women’s Health | Kelly Casperson, MD 1:11:39

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Urologist and author Dr. Kelly Casperson busts decades of menopause myths, revealing how hormone therapy—done right—can boost brain health, longevity, and quality of life. 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 W…

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512: The Science of How Your Nervous System Stores Trauma, and How to Rewire It for Healing | Aimie Apigian, MD 1:17:24

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In this episode, we dive into Dr. Aimie Apigian's groundbreaking new book The Biology of Trauma to explore how trauma gets wired into your nervous system—and the science-backed tools to finally rewire it for healing and resilience. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now! Subscribe to Th…

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BAES 119: AUTISM SOLVED AND CHARLIE’S CRINGE FUNERAL 1:05:30

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Guys...they finally figured it out. We're analyzing piece by piece the big autism announcement and also reviewing Charlie Kirk's insanely weird and cringe funeral. If you could call it that.Give this video a thumbs up if you enjoyed it! And please leave us a comment! It helps us!***ALSO BE SURE TO JOIN US TOMORROW AT NOON PST FOR A SPECIAL LIVESTRE…

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511: From Rock Star to Startup Founder – Art, AI, and a Live Song That'll Give You Chills | Ryan Star 1:08:40

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Rock star turned tech founder Ryan Star joins Max to talk music, AI, creativity, connection, and closes the show with a live performance of "Where the Island Ends" off his album Angels + Animals. 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://y…

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AMA 2: Protein Goals, Longevity Supplements, and the Food Myths Holding You Back 1:11:49

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In this AMA, we dig into protein goals, the truth about saturated fat, the best supplements for health and longevity, clean eating vs. ultra-processed foods, and even the latest science on nicotine pouches—so you can make smarter choices for your body and brain. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my …

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BAES 118: Charlie Kirk, Groypers, and the Disintegration of Politics 1:15:58

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This week we're talking about Groypers and just the overall state of politics in this country. It's a real free flowing conversation and we hope you enjoy.***ALSO BE SURE TO JOIN US TOMORROW AT NOON PST FOR A SPECIAL LIVESTREAM***Ben's new movies and tv podcast with Dillon is OUT NOW! GO WATCH the latest episode on THE HIGH SCHOOL CATFISH here:http…

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510: Why Your Spine Is the Key to Longevity, Sexual Health and Pain-Free Living | Jared Ament, MD 1:04:37

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Dr. Jared Ament is a board-certified neurosurgeon specializing in brain and spine health, advanced motion-preserving spine surgery, and minimally invasive techniques aimed at restoring quality of life and keeping patients pain-free. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now! Subscribe to T…

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509: The Science of Beating Stress, Overthinking, and Uncertainty for Good | Bobby Parmar, PhD 58:36

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Dr. Bidhan "Bobby" Parmar is a social psychologist, moral philosopher, and professor at the University of Virginia’s Darden School of Business, and author of Radical Doubt, which explores how to turn stress, worry, and uncertainty into catalysts for growth and better decision-making. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bi…

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BAES 117: DEEP DIVE: The Epstein Birthday Book is Trump's 9/11 1:30:28

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Is the Epstein birthday book a big nothing burger, or is it a smoking gun? We're more inclined to think it's the latter, especially as we dig deep into the hundreds of pages of this creepy quasi-confession of a birthday card collection. So is it a hoax? Watch and decide for yourself.***ALSO BE SURE TO JOIN US TOMORROW AT NOON PST FOR A SPECIAL CHAR…

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508: Always Tired? These 3 Fixes Could Change Your Life | Rupy Aujla, MD 1:25:25

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Dr. Rupy Aujla—NHS medical doctor, founder of The Doctor’s Kitchen, and bestselling author—returns to break down the top 3 hidden reasons you're always tired, and what you can do today to reclaim your energy, focus, and vitality. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now! Subscribe to The …

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507: The Top 3 Cooking Mistakes Home Cooks Make and How to Fix Them With LA's Top Restauranteur | Jerry Greenberg 1:36:49

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Jerry Greenberg is the visionary restaurateur behind LA favorites like Sugarfish, HiHo, Uovo, and Matu, known for blending passion, precision, and accessibility to redefine how people experience high-quality food. 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 Y…

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BAES 116: WHO WILL DIE FIRST: TRUMP OR AMERICA? 1:12:46

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Well...Trump didn't die. But he may be actively dying. And so is America. Look no further than the flashy rollout of Amtrak's pathetic new ACELA trains. Oh yeah baby. We're talking trains. We're talking Cracker Barrel. Cultural rot. Skewed priorities. PLUS, we're covering the new meme stock that's sweeping the market.Ben's new movies and tv podcast…

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506: Is Your Mouth Quietly Destroying Your Health? The Link Between Oral Health and Disease | Dominik Nischwitz, ND, DDS 1:25:09

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Your mouth isn’t just about teeth—it’s a powerful window into your overall health, with hidden red flags that can point to nutrient deficiencies, chronic inflammation, and even brain disease. In this episode, Dr. "Dome" aka Dominik Nischwitz reveals the shocking ways oral health connects to whole-body wellness and what you can do right now to prote…

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BAES 115: Deep Dive: Chinese Stock Scams are EVERYWHERE 1:10:10

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This week Edwin Dorsey from The Bear Cave joins us to talk about the massive problem with Chinese stock scams absolutely inundating the Nasdaq. Their operations are huge, employing hundreds of people throughout southeast Asia and preying on vulnerable people via Whatsapp groups and sketchy AI-generated ads. You can follow Edwin on twitter at: https…

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505: Is Your Home Making You Sick? Mold, Toxins and Hidden Fertility Risks | Ann Shippy, MD 1:13:31

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Dr. Ann Shippy is a former chemical engineer turned physician, leading expert in environmental and functional medicine, and author of The Preconception Revolution, where she reveals how hidden toxins like mold, pesticides, and PFAS impact health and fertility. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FR…

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BAES 114: A New Pandemic May Already Be Here 1:19:42

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If you thought covid was bad and are worried about another pandemic, then you need to watch this episode. Virologist Dr. Angela Rasmussen joins us this week to tell us all about the risks, the characteristics, and what keeps her up at night when it comes to H5N1.Ben's new movies and tv podcast with Dillon is OUT NOW! GO WATCH the second episode on …

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AMA 1: The Truth About Cholesterol, Sodium, Creatine, Supplements, Fat Loss and More 1:04:15

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In this first-ever AMA, I answer your top Instagram questions on cholesterol, sodium, creatine for brain health, supplements, fat loss, disc replacement surgery, and more — all for informational purposes only, not medical advice. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now! Subscribe to The …

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BAES 113: Hiring A Fake Man to Run Your Company 1:15:25

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This week we have Penelope Gazin and Kate Giambra from Fashion Brand Company! Their story is wild and inspirational. The clothes are good too.If you want to check out the special 9/11 collection, head here:https://www.fashionbrandcompany.com/collections/baespw: benandemilBen's new movies and tv podcast with Dillon is OUT NOW! GO WATCH the first epi…

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504: How Pesticides, Air Pollution, and Industrial Toxins Are Fueling a Parkinson’s Epidemic | Ray Dorsey, MD 1:17:57

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Dr. Ray Dorsey is a professor of neurology at the University of Rochester and a leading authority on the preventable environmental causes of Parkinson’s disease, and the co-author of The Parkinson’s Plan: A New Path to Prevention and Treatment, which lays out actionable steps to halt the world’s fastest-growing brain disease. 15 Daily Steps to Lose…

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BAES 112: Can China Destroy Starbucks? 1:11:24

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Something is BREWING in the world of Starbucks. And that something is extremely Chinese. That's right -- LUCKIN COFFEE, the massively successful Chinese upstart, is on its way to de-throne the reigning American champ. Will Starbucks' attempts to stay relevant be their Blockbuster moment? Stay tuned and we'll lay it all out for you. With extra cold …

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503: How to Prevent Alzheimer’s Before It Starts (Brain Health Hacks That Actually Work) | Louisa Nicola 1:19:17

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Louisa Nicola is a neurophysiologist and human performance expert, and the host of The Neuro Experience podcast, where she shares science-backed strategies to optimize brain health, strength, and longevity. 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!…

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BAES 111: Is Sydney Sweeney Racist? 1:15:27

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This week we're getting to the bottom of whether or not Sydney Sweeney's new American Eagle ad is promoting eugenics. Good genes or good jeans? We're also taking a look at some other classic ad blunders. And we take a brief detour into the horny economy. Let's get into it.Subscribe to Ben's new movies and tv podcast with Dillon! Please go smash tha…