Best James Whitman Podcasts (2025)

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Healing From Grief & Loss | Dr. Mary-Frances O'Connor 2:35:35

5m ago2:35:35

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My guest is Dr. Mary-Frances O’Connor, PhD, Professor of Clinical Psychology and Psychiatry at the University of Arizona and a world expert on the science of grief and loss. We discuss what happens in the brain and body when we grieve, the role of dopamine and yearning in the grieving process, the health risks of getting stuck at particular stages …

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Essentials: Machines, Creativity & Love | Dr. Lex Fridman 48:38

2d ago48:38

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In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode my guest is Lex Fridman, PhD, a research scientist at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), an expert in robotics and host of the Lex Fridman Podcast. We discuss the development of artificial intelligence through machine learning, deep learning and self-supervised techniques. We also examine the gr…

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A Chat with Orvis Gunsmith Connor Carson 1:16:50

3d ago1:16:50

1:16:50

Reid has a chat with Connor Carson, Orvis in-house Gunsmith. Orvis has employed a full-time gunsmith (or 3) for nearly half a century, and Connor continues that tradition of repairing, maintaining, evaluating, and customizing fine guns for Orvis customers. Calling in from his bench at Orvis Sandanona, Connor discusses some favorite guns, some inter…

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King Ink Collection #1 Launch (October 2024) 13:18

5d ago13:18

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All right? This month, we launched the first issue of the King Ink Collection, a celebration of our diverse, talented and raucous open mic regulars. Some of the poems in this episode feature in the collection (available to buy from our Etsy store); some were from people who just wanted to celebrate the launch with us. For your listening pleasure, w…

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Behaviors That Alter Your Genes to Improve Your Health & Performance | Dr. Melissa Ilardo 1:54:10

5d ago1:54:10

1:54:10

My guest is Dr. Melissa Ilardo, Ph.D., professor of biomedical informatics at the University of Utah. We discuss the interplay between genes and behaviors, including how certain behaviors can improve resilience by changing gene and organ function, as well as natural selection events happening in humans today. We also discuss the immune system–relat…

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Episode 203: Madeleine Bessell‑Koprek and the Paleoecology of Long Island, Australia 30:24

8d ago30:24

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There’s a rough stretch of water between Australia and Tasmania called the Bass Strait. Within the strait there’s a group of islands called the Furneaux Group. Within the group lies Long Island, a small, mostly-uninhabited stretch of grass and trees that attracted the attention of Madeleine Bessel-Koprek and her colleagues. We’re traveling far afie…

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Essentials: Maximize Productivity, Physical & Mental Health With Daily Tools 37:17

9d ago37:17

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In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I provide a science-based daily protocol designed to enhance performance, mood and overall health by strategically timing simple yet powerful tools and behaviors. I explain how to increase energy and alertness in the morning, optimize your workspace and work sessions for maximum focus, and structure your day…

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James Baldwin on affirming the light 39:32

10d ago39:32

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Baldwin’s lessons are so relevant that his message seems to collapse time. From Go Tell It on the Mountain, to Sonny's Blues, to Another Country, or The Price of the Ticket—from his essays to his plays—there is so much to say, so much to revere, that it feels like it would take a lifetime to articulate the complexities of that utterance. But I’ll t…

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The Science & Art of Comedy & Creativity | Tom Segura 2:19:18

12d ago2:19:18

2:19:18

My guest is Tom Segura, renowned comedian, writer, actor and director. We discuss the “how-to” of comedy writing and storytelling, and what the science of humor and the creative process reveal about human emotion and memory. We explore why surprise and the act of "saying the unspoken truth" activate the brain’s reward circuits, as well as the subco…

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Essentials: Understanding & Healing the Mind | Dr. Karl Deisseroth 43:45

16d ago43:45

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In this episode of Huberman Lab Essentials, my guest is Dr. Karl Deisseroth, M.D., Ph.D., a clinical psychiatrist and professor of bioengineering and of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at Stanford University. We discuss his experiences as a clinician treating complex psychiatric conditions and his lab’s pioneering work in developing transformati…

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Game Warden Service, with Kyle Isherwood 1:21:47

20d ago1:21:47

1:21:47

Vermont Game Warden Kyle Isherwood joins the podcast to revisit the topic of the Vermont Warden Service. For any interested in learning more about what goes into becoming a Game Warden, and what our Warden Service does day-to-day, this is a great conversation with a great guy. Kyle discusses his personal path into the service, and also explores som…

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How Different Diets Impact Your Health | Dr. Christopher Gardner 2:51:28

19d ago2:51:28

2:51:28

My guest is Dr. Christopher Gardner, Ph.D., professor of medicine and director of nutrition studies at Stanford. He is known for his pioneering research on the impact of dietary interventions on weight loss and health. We compare ketogenic, vegetarian, vegan and omnivorous diets—and why there is no one-size-fits-all approach. All agree, however, th…

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Essentials: How Hearing & Balance Enhance Focus & Learning 38:33

23d ago38:33

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In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I explore how the auditory and vestibular (balance) systems are essential for enhancing learning and improving focus. I explain how the auditory system captures sound waves and how the brain interprets these signals to make sense of the environment. I also discuss the use of white noise and binaural beats to…

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In Sleeping Weather 28:12

27d ago28:12

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In another solo installment, Reid shares a story first published in Shooting Sportsman Magazine. He explores old friendships, memory, and the threats to both while telling a story of a long-ago waterfowl hunt in Northern Vermont.

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Contracts of Love & Money That Make or Break Relationships | James Sexton 3:39:09

26d ago3:39:09

3:39:09

My guest is James Sexton, Esq., a renowned attorney specializing in contracts related to love and money—prenuptial agreements, divorce and custody. We explore the counterintuitive fact that people with prenuptial agreements tend to stay married longer and report more satisfying relationships than those who don’t. We discuss how legal contracts can …

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Essentials: How Smell, Taste & Pheromones Shape Behavior 39:36

1M ago39:36

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In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I explore how your sense of smell (olfaction), taste, and chemical sensing influence memory, alertness, focus, and even communication between people. I explain how these senses help us detect chemicals in the environment and respond to a variety of environmental cues. I discuss the connection between the olf…

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What Pets Actually Want & Need | Dr. Karolina Westlund 2:06:23

1M ago2:06:23

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My guest is Dr. Karolina Westlund, Ph.D., a professor of ethology at the University of Stockholm and an expert in animal emotions and behavior who uses science-based methods to improve the lives of animals in human care. We discuss the often overlooked needs of domesticated animals—primarily dogs and cats—and the things we can do to improve their w…

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AMA #19: Collagen vs. Whey Protein, Creatine, Smelling Salts, Stimulants & More 18:16

1M ago18:16

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Welcome to a preview of the 19th Ask Me Anything (AMA) episode, part of Huberman Lab Premium. If you're an existing Huberman Lab Premium member, you can log in to access the full episode at https://hubermanlab.supercast.com. You can access the transcript here. If you’re not a member, you can learn more and join Huberman Lab Premium at https://www.h…

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Essentials: Protocols to Improve Vision & Eyesight 34:36

1M ago34:36

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In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I discuss the science of vision and share simple, effective tools to enhance eyesight and preserve eye health. I explain how the eyes and brain work together to process light, color and motion using specialized structures such as the retina and photoreceptors, and why conditions like nearsightedness, visual …

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Finding a Gunsmith, with Del Whitman 1:05:05

1M ago1:05:05

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Del Whitman of DC Whitman Custom Gunsmithing returns to the podcast to explore the challenge of finding the right gunsmith for your needs. Del and Reid dig into the question, and provide some thoughts on how to best assess the issues that need attention, the level of execution desired, the time and money a customer is willing to dedicate to a gunsm…

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Tools for Overcoming Substance & Behavioral Addictions | Ryan Soave 3:08:32

1M ago3:08:32

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My guest is Ryan Soave, LMHC, a leading expert in addiction recovery with extensive experience helping people heal from all types of substance and behavioral dependencies. We discuss actionable tools for breaking out of the addictive cycle and staying free of obsessions and compulsions. We also examine the relationship between trauma and addiction.…

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Essentials: How to Build Endurance 43:57

1M ago43:57

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In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I explain how to build endurance and describe targeted protocols to enhance different types of endurance. I discuss how endurance—the ability to sustain effort—requires the coordination of physical and mental systems driven by energy availability, brain willpower, and specific training adaptations in the mus…

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How to Improve Your Vitality & Heal From Disease | Dr. Mark Hyman 2:43:20

2M ago2:43:20

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My guest is Dr. Mark Hyman, M.D., a physician and world leader in the field of functional medicine. We discuss a systems-based framework for diagnosing and treating the root causes of disease, rather than simply managing symptoms. We also cover cutting-edge health and longevity tools such as peptides, NAD/NMN, exosomes, proactive blood testing and …

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Essentials: Build Muscle Size, Increase Strength & Improve Recovery 34:05

2M ago34:05

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In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I discuss how to build muscle strength and size (hypertrophy) and cover key training principles to enhance athletic performance and offset age-related muscle decline. I explain how the nervous system drives muscle movement, the key differences between training for hypertrophy or strength, and resistance trai…

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Episode 202: Robert Anen and Manhasset Oral Histories 29:34

2M ago29:34

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The voices of the past are all around us, if you know how to listen. And sometimes those voices are trapped on small thin strips of tape wrapped in cheap plastic. That’s where Robert Anen comes in. As project archivist for the Long Island Library Resources Council, he works with historical collections across Nassau and Suffolk counties. Specializin…

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Keeping You Gundog Safe in the Field, with Dr. Seth Bynum 1:37:55

2M ago1:37:55

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Reid is joined by @birddogvet Seth Bynum to discuss the common field injuries that impact gundogs, and how t deal with them. Seth goes on to detail what he takes in the field with him for a first-aid kit, what protective gear he recommends, and how to complete a through tailgate check of your dog post-hunt. He also describes his journey as a hunter…

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How to Find & Be a Great Romantic Partner | Lori Gottlieb 3:23:58

2M ago3:23:58

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My guest is Lori Gottlieb, MFT, a psychotherapist and bestselling author who specializes in helping people build strong relationships by first understanding themselves and the stories they’ve internalized about themselves and others. We explore how our parents, wounds and unique strengths—both consciously and unconsciously—influence our partner cho…

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Essentials: Lose Fat With Science-Based Tools 37:49

2M ago37:49

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In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I explore how the nervous system impacts fat loss and how certain behaviors and supplements can accelerate fat burning. I explain how non-exercise movements like fidgeting and shivering trigger adrenaline to boost fat metabolism. I also examine the impact of exercise intensity and fasted workouts on fat burn…

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Reloaded: From the Field to The Kitchen, with Wade Truong 1:09:40

2M ago1:09:40

1:09:40

This show was originally posted on Januaryt 21, 2022. Wade Truong of Elevated Wild joins Reid for an hour discussing food. Wade and his partner Rachel Owen built Elevated Wild as a platform to discuss hunting, fishing, foraging, mentorship, and game cooking. Wade, a Virginia native, describes his career in commercial kitchens and his journey into t…

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Transform Your Mental Health With Diet & Lifestyle | Dr. Chris Palmer 3:13:02

2M ago3:13:02

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My guest is Dr. Chris Palmer, M.D., a board-certified psychiatrist and professor at Harvard Medical School. He explains how specific nutrition, exercise, supplement-based, and other factors can improve mitochondrial health and thereby provide relief from adult and childhood ADHD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and symptoms of autism. We discuss m…

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Essentials: How to Learn Skills Faster 34:26

2M ago34:26

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In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I explore how to improve motor skill learning and proficiency—whether for athletic performance, learning an instrument or refining any physical skill. I explain practical tools to build skills, including how to structure learning sessions to focus on repetitions, use internal feedback systems and learn from …

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All About Bobwhites with Dr. Mark McConnell 1:14:24

2M ago1:14:24

1:14:24

Mark McConnell, Asst. Professor of Upland Birds at MS State, joins Reid to discuss Gentleman Bob, his distribution, habitat needs, and history in North America. Mark is a biologist and hunter who has been drawn to bobwhite quail research for his entire career, and he speaks to the different habitat types that sustain bobwhites, and the ways in whic…

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How to Improve Your Teeth & Oral Microbiome for Brain & Body Health | Dr. Staci Whitman 2:54:46

2M ago2:54:46

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My guest is Dr. Staci Whitman, DMD, a board-certified dentist for kids and adults. We discuss the critical importance of oral care and the oral microbiome for brain and bodily health. We examine the negative effects of common oral care product ingredients such as alcohol, astringents, and bleaches. We also explore the history and real impact of flu…

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Barbara Marder - What's Happening in the Washington Retirement Policy Debate? 34:24

2M ago34:24

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American Retirement Association Brian Graff routinely argues that no one grows up wanting to be a D.C. Pension Geek—it just sorta happens. But Barb Marder actually DID want to be a D.C. Pension Geek at a relatively young age. The president and CEO of the Employee Benefit Research Institute (EBRI) joins Graff for a fascinating discussion about EBRI'…

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Episode 201: Isle of Ever w Jen Calonita 24:15

2M ago24:15

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Isle of Ever is Jen Calonita’s newest middle grade novel, a story grounded in the history of Long Island’s North Fork. On today’s episode, Jen discusses growing up on Long Island and spending many summers at her grandparents’ house in Mattituck. It was here, in between trips to Greenport, that she first heard tell of Captain Kidd’s lost treasure. S…

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Essentials: Supercharge Exercise Performance & Recovery with Cooling 33:19

2M ago33:19

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In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I discuss the critical role of temperature regulation in optimizing athletic and physical performance. I explain why overheating can hinder performance and endurance and how techniques like palmar cooling can help extend physical effort by aiding temperature regulation. I also highlight how specific body are…

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Five Questions with Jesse Haller 1:29:46

3M ago1:29:46

1:29:46

Orvis product developer Jesse Haller returns to the podcast to chat about hunting, bird dogs, and gear. He and Reid swap questions in back and forth that explores favorite pieces of gear, most dreamt-about places to visit, and grail guns,

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How to Increase Your Speed, Mobility & Longevity with Plyometrics & Sprinting | Stuart McMillan 3:01:06

3M ago3:01:06

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My guest is Stuart McMillan, a renowned track and field coach who has trained dozens of Olympic medalists, professional athletes, and team coaches across a diverse range of sports. We discuss how to use plyometric work to improve mobility, strength, posture, and overall health. We emphasize the enormous benefits of skipping—a form of plyometrics—fo…

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Essentials: Boost Your Energy & Immune System with Cortisol & Adrenaline 36:08

3M ago36:08

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In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I explain how specific hormones influence both energy levels and the immune system and discuss practical tools for increasing energy throughout the day and managing stress. I discuss the mechanism through which cortisol and epinephrine (adrenaline) impact the brain and body and why it’s important to regulate…

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