Best Eat Sleep Nerd Podcasts (2025)

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We Rank the Best and Worst Starfleet uniforms in Star Trek 40:43

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From The Original Series’ simple designs to the sleek modern fits of Star Trek Discovery and Picard, Starfleet uniforms have come a long way through the decades! In this episode of Eat Sleep Nerd, we boldly go where few nerds have gone before — ranking every primary Starfleet uniform from every Star Trek movie and TV show. Which uniforms are timele…

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3177: [Part 1] 10 Ways to Get Back on Track After a Binge by Rachael Link with Healthline on Healing Your Relationship with Food 11:57

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3177: Rachael Link offers a grounded and compassionate guide for what to do after a binge, emphasizing recovery without guilt or extremes. With practical steps like rehydrating, practicing self…

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3176: An Incredibly Easy Three-Step Method To Staying Lean, Fit and Motivated During the Holidays by Ben Greenfield 10:49

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3176: Ben Greenfield outlines a simple yet powerful three-step system to help you stay lean, energized, and on track with your fitness goals during the holidays, without sacrificing joy or indu…

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3175: 4 Ways to Develop Discipline in Your Daily Life by Julianna Poplin of The Simplicity Habit on Discipline and Daily Habits 10:46

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3175: Julianna Poplin offers a clear, compassionate guide to building self-discipline through intentional goal-setting, understanding personal motivations, cultivating supportive habits, and re…

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3174: A Quirky Mindfulness Practice Inspired By Japanese Train Conductors by Anthony Ongaro of Break The Twitch 10:27

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3174: Anthony Ongaro introduces a surprisingly effective mindfulness technique borrowed from Japanese train conductors that can sharpen your focus and help you reclaim your attention in everyda…

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3173: Consumed by Food? 6 Lessons on Overcoming Disordered Eating by Jenn Hand with Tiny Buddha on Healing Your Relationship with Food 11:07

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3173: Jenn Hand shares six hard-earned lessons from her years of battling disordered eating, revealing how food obsession often mirrors deeper emotional struggles. Through honesty and insight, …

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3172: How Does Stress Affect How We Age? How to Slow Aging and Stay Young on Managing Stress and Supporting Healthy Aging 11:53

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3172: Dr. Neal Malik explains how toxic stress accelerates the aging process by driving inflammation and keeping the body in a constant state of fight-or-flight. He breaks down the difference b…

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3171: [Part 2] Become A Jedi: How the Force Can Help You Get in Shape by Steve Kamb of Nerd Fitness on Fitness and Motivation 9:20

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3171: Steve Kamb draws powerful parallels between the Jedi path and lasting fitness transformation, warning against shortcuts like diet fads and gimmicks that lure people to the "Dark Side." Wi…

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3170: [Part 1] Become A Jedi: How the Force Can Help You Get in Shape by Steve Kamb of Nerd Fitness on Fitness and Motivation 10:41

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3170: Steve Kamb delivers a fun, Star Wars-inspired guide to getting in shape by urging you to "unlearn what you have learned" about fitness myths, emphasizing the importance of finding a mento…

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3169: Autopilot Achievement: How to Turn Your Goals Into Habits by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on Habits and Goal Setting 12:00

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3169: Leo Babauta reveals how lasting achievement stems not from constant willpower, but from designing daily habits that put your goals on autopilot. By focusing on one habit at a time, like d…

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3168: The Decision To Change by Ross Enamait of Ross Training on Choosing Growth Over Comfort 9:56

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3168: Ross Enamait challenges the common narrative that change must be gradual, arguing that true transformation begins with a single, decisive moment. By taking full responsibility and elimina…

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3167: 7 Reasons To Sleep Naked by Melani Schweder of A Brighter Wild on How To Get Better Sleep 10:26

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3167: Melani Schweder explores the surprising health and wellness benefits of sleeping naked, from boosting sleep quality and balancing hormones to improving skin health and emotional intimacy.…

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3166: 7 Reasons You Should Ritualize Your Life by Ali Cornish of Everthrive on Living With More Intention Each Day 9:52

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3166: Ali shares a heartfelt reflection on the quiet power of rituals and how they help transform ordinary life into something meaningful and memorable. By weaving intention into repeated actio…

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3165: Is Sitting Really the New Smoking by Dr. Jenny Brockis on The Hidden Risks of a Sedentary Life 9:29

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3165: Dr. Jenny Brockis explores how prolonged sitting drastically affects physical and mental wellbeing, equating its risks to smoking. She offers science-backed strategies to reduce sedentary…

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3164: How to Control High Blood Pressure or Hypertension with Nutrition and Lifestyle Changes on Simple Habits for a Healthier Heart 10:19

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3164: Dr. Neal Malik shares practical and research-backed advice for managing high blood pressure, especially when genetics are at play. Learn how simple lifestyle adjustments, like reducing so…

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3163: Should You Eat After A Workout by Eric Leija on Post-Workout Nutrition Made Simple 10:26

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3163: Eric Leija breaks down the science and practicality of post-workout nutrition, explaining how the right meal timing and food combinations can accelerate recovery, boost performance, and s…

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3162: Rainy Day Savings by Rachel Trotta on Preparing for Tough Seasons 11:28

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3162: Rachel Trotta draws a powerful parallel between financial and physical preparedness, showing how consistent habits act as “savings” for life’s inevitable setbacks. Whether it’s disrupted …

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3161: [Part 2] Eating Mindfully: How To Devour A (Super) Burrito With No Regrets by Kylee Lessard of A Blue Sky Mind 10:18

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3161: Kylee Lessard invites readers to embrace mindful eating as a balance between nourishment and joy, showing that awareness, gratitude, and self-compassion can transform even a decadent burr…

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3160: [Part 1] Eating Mindfully: How To Devour A (Super) Burrito With No Regrets by Kylee Lessard of A Blue Sky Mind 10:18

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3160: Kylee Lessard explores the emotional tug-of-war between loving and fearing food, revealing how mindful eating helped her release guilt and rediscover joy in simple pleasures, like savorin…

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3159: Gratitude Plays a Role in Your Health and Wealth by Vicki Cook and Amy Blacklock of Women Who Money 13:59

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3159: Vicki Cook and Amy Blacklock reveal how cultivating gratitude can elevate both your financial and personal life. Through consistent appreciation for what you already have, they show how g…

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3158: The Diderot Effect: How Buying Fuels Itself by Paula Pant of Afford Anything on Breaking the Buy-More Cycle 10:36

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3158: Paula Pant explores how a single purchase can spark a cascade of new spending through the Diderot Effect, our tendency to seek harmony among our possessions. She reveals how this subtle p…

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3157: Macronutrient Madness: What’s In Your Bucket by Roger Lawson of RogLaw Fitness on Understanding Your Nutrition Mix 11:54

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3157: Rog Law uses a playful “bucket” analogy to demystify macronutrients, showing how proteins, fats, and carbs fill your daily energy container. By understanding how each “bucket” contributes…

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3156: Could I Survive on a Limited Diet for Years or Decades? on Simplicity vs. Variety in Nutrition 9:17

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3156: Dr. Neal Malik explains that consistently eating the same healthy foods, like eggs, spinach, mozzarella, chicken, and yam, can make daily nutrition simpler and support weight management b…

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3155: Habits, Leverage, and Trees by Tynan on Building a Strong Foundation 9:40

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3155: Tynan explores how habits shape identity and long-term outcomes, showing that real change comes from targeting the root behaviors rather than isolated actions. By treating habits like the…

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3154: Why Coconut Oil is Good for Your Teeth by Kayla McDonell with Healthline on Nature’s Dental Aid 10:08

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3154: Kayla McDonell examines the science behind coconut oil’s role in oral hygiene, especially its traditional use in oil pulling. She separates myth from evidence, showing how this natural re…

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3153: [Part 2] 5 Smart Tips To Body Image Confidence by Irene Elias of Self Love Junkie on Building Body Confidence 8:39

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3153: Irene Elias shares practical strategies for cultivating body image confidence by shifting focus from criticism to compassion. Through awareness, affirmations, and daily reminders, she enc…

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Fallout taste test! We try apocalyptic video game foods 44:41

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Using recipes from the Fallout The Vault Dweller's Official Cookbook, we taste test some of the iconic foods from the Fallout video game franchise including Blamco Mac & Cheese, Slocum's Buzzbites, Stimpaks, radioactive gumdrops, and more! We also try the new Nuka-Cola Grape soda from Jones Soda. Fallout: The Vault Dweller's Official cookbook: http…

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3152: [Part 1] 5 Smart Tips To Body Image Confidence by Irene Elias of Self Love Junkie on Building Body Confidence 8:26

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3152: Irene Elias challenges the myth of the "perfect" body by exposing how societal standards, media images, and ego-driven pursuits distort self-worth. She encourages self-love by treating th…

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3151: The Hunger Games - Is Being Hungry Bad by Ben Greenfield on Balancing Hunger and Nutrition 13:47

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3151: Ben Greenfield explores the science and psychology of hunger, showing how embracing it can improve metabolic health, boost longevity, and strengthen mental resilience. Instead of fearing …

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3150: 5 Ways to Boost Your Spiritual Endurance by Cylon George of Spiritual Living For Busy People on Spiritual Resilience 9:28

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3150: Cylon George shows how to build spiritual endurance much like training the body, offering five practical practices to sustain faith and resilience during life’s hardest challenges. His gu…

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3149: How To Stay Motivated by Mark Fisher of Mark Fisher Fitness on Maintaining Momentum 8:44

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3149: Mark Fisher highlights how the natural endorphin rush from exercise can boost motivation but also warns against overtraining and injury from chasing that “fitness high.” He shares practic…

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3148: How to Improve My Metabolism - Do I Need Eat More to Lose Fat on Metabolism and Fat Loss Myths 10:55

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3148: Dr. Neil Malik breaks down the science of metabolism, fat loss, and why simply eating more won’t automatically boost results. He explains how to accurately measure progress, the importanc…

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3147: Five Fatal Fitness Mental Roadblocks (And How To Overcome Them) by Daniel Freedman with Bach Performance 13:48

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3147: Daniel Freedman explains how most people fail at fitness not because of lack of knowledge, but because of self-sabotaging mental roadblocks. By overcoming fear of failure, shortcut-seekin…

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3146: Can Meal Timing Improve Your Sleep by Riley Pearce of FreeFormFitness on How to Improve Metabolic Health 12:47

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We designed our Dream Video Games | Judge Dredd, Lovecraft Country, and more 51:43

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3145: [Part 2] Scared To Go To The Gym? How To Build The Confidence It Takes To Be Consistent and Get Results by JC Deen 9:24

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By Optimal Living Daily | Dr. Neal Malik

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3144: [Part 1] Scared To Go To The Gym? How To Build The Confidence It Takes To Be Consistent and Get Results by JC Deen 9:50

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3144: JC Deen explores how to overcome the fear and intimidation many feel when stepping into the gym, offering practical strategies to build self-confidence and consistency. By focusing on sim…

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3143: Mindful Indulging: Having What You Want Without Guilt by Sharada Hall with Tiny Buddha on How to Be Happy 10:03

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3143: Sharada Hall shares how a surprising lesson with donuts helped her realize the freedom that comes from letting go of rigid self-images and guilt. By practicing mindful indulgence, she sho…

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3142: How to Love Your Partner With All Your Mind (And Not Just Your Heart) by Vironika Tugaleva 10:39

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3142: Vironika Tugaleva explores why loving with all your heart doesn’t guarantee healthy relationships and how self-awareness, boundaries, and communication are just as vital as deep emotions.…

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3141: New Rarely Equals Better AND Learn Whether You Win or Lose by Ross Enamait of Ross Training 12:41

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3141: Ross Enamait underscores that lasting progress comes not from chasing new fads or fearing setbacks, but from mastering fundamentals and learning through every experience. Victories and de…

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3140: All About Vagal Tone and the Vagus Nerve Plus Vagal Toning Exercises 11:33

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3140: Dr. Neal Malik answers Maureen’s question by unpacking the importance of vagal tone, the activity of the vagus nerve, which helps regulate stress, digestion, and immune function. Although…

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3139: The Anti-Fast Food Diet by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on How To Eat Mindfully 9:01

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3139: Leo Babauta shares how slowing down with food transforms more than just meals, it reconnects us with our senses, our health, and the joy of eating. By replacing speed and convenience with…

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3138: 3 Ways Decluttering Helps You Lose Weight by Rose Lounsbury on How To Make Healthier Food Choices 9:10

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3138: Rose Lounsbury reveals how clearing physical clutter can directly impact your health and weight loss journey. By simplifying your environment, you reduce stress, make healthier food choic…

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3137: Sample Rate: How The Fast Food Industry Hooks You (And How To Reclaim Your Diet) by Tyler Tervooren of Riskology 10:13

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3137: Tyler Tervooren explores how applying the concept of a "sample rate" to your decisions can dramatically improve your outcomes. By testing more ideas quickly and discarding what doesn’t wo…

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Henry Cavill Warhammer teases + Star Trek needs longer seasons + Wolverine impressions | Nerdy news! 43:52

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3136: 7 Keys To Making Habits Stick by Melani Schweder of A Brighter Wild on Atomic Habits and Neuroscience 12:34

1M ago12:34

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3136: Melani Schweder shares a practical framework for building habits that actually last by blending psychology, neuroscience, and mindful strategies. Listeners will discover how to design hab…

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3135: How to Stop Stress Eating at Work AND How to Say No to Sweet Food by Dr. Monali Y. Desai of IfWeWereFamily 9:58

1M ago9:58

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3135: Dr. Monali Y. Desai explains how stress can quietly influence food choices and how sugar cravings keep us stuck in an energy-draining cycle. With her guidance, you’ll learn how to shift t…

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3134: Step Off The Treadmill by Craig Stephens of Retire Before Dad on How to Find Life Balance and Freedom 12:22

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3134: Craig Stephens explores how the pursuit of career success and money can trap us in a monotonous cycle, draining energy and joy. By challenging the definition of success and aligning life …

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3133: 6 Ways to Stop Emotional Eating in its Tracks by Beth Clayton with Mark Fisher Fitness on Long-Term Health Goals 12:12

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3133: Mark Fisher shares practical strategies to break the cycle of emotional eating by helping you identify triggers, reframe cravings, and build healthier coping mechanisms. His advice blends…

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3132: Is Honey or Maple Syrup Better Than Cane Sugar? 10:58

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3132: Trying to decide whether honey, maple syrup, or agave are healthier than regular cane sugar? Dr. Neal Malik explains how the body actually processes these natural sweeteners, the myths ve…