Best Matt Beaudreau Podcasts (2025)

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Dr. Sabine Hazan: How Microbes Shape Memory, Mood, and the Mind 58:35

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What if the secret to unlocking the mysteries of our minds, our health, and even our happiness is hiding in the most unexpected place—our own gut? Could the answers to our most stubborn health mysteries—and maybe even the secret to a longer, happier life—be found in the microbes we’ve spent a lifetime trying to avoid? How does our microbiome affect…

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David Page of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives on Eating Nose-To-Tail 55:18

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What’s the secret to shedding fat as a foodie who refuses to sacrifice joy or flavor? This week’s guest changed the way we think about food and mom and pop businesses in America. He’s a legend in journalism and beloved in the food world, saving countless independent restaurants from certain destruction. As the creator of the beloved TV series Diner…

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Dr. Scott Sherr: Methylene Blue for Energy and Mitochondrial Optimization 1:09:28

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You’ve probably heard the buzz around the mythical and sketchy-sounding synthetic compound known as methylene blue. How is it that methylene blue went from a 19th-century textile dye to a futuristic, cutting-edge mitochondrial-enhancing compound that turns your tongue blue? After surviving freak bouts of carbon monoxide poisoning, black mold exposu…

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Ben Greenfield: Stem Cells, Botox, and Biohacking Blunders 1:01:35

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What if the key to an extraordinary life is becoming radically, unapologetically yourself? Today, we’re here with the one-and-only Ben Greenfield, a man who has been pushing the boundaries of human performance for decades. In the ever-evolving world of biohacking, he’s tried just about everything so that you don’t have to. But we’ve known each othe…

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Jay Yang: You Can Just Do Things 55:01

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What if success isn’t just about working hard, but about creating your own opportunities? Today we’re here with teen phenom and author of the new book, You Can Just Do Things, Jay Yang. I met Jay last year through our friend and past guest of the show, Noah Kagan. At 17, Jay sent Noah Kagan, founder of AppSumo, a 19-page pitch deck breaking down ga…

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Dr. Ryan Lazarus: How to Survive a Near-Death Experience 58:45

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Have you ever had a near death experience? I sincerely hope not. But as long-time listeners know, I’ve had a couple of close calls. A simple twist of fate or freak accident can alter the course of your life. But if you let them, tragedies can set us on a new path that can change us for the better. The reason I disappeared for the past few months is…

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Will Henshall: Transform Distraction into Peak Focus with Functional Music 1:03:33

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Do you find yourself more distracted than ever? You’re not alone. In the rapid-fire, hyper-connected, dopamine-driven modern world, harnessing true focus is a rare superpower… But understanding the subtle mechanics of human attention might just be the most valuable skill in our increasingly distracted world. Today, we're exploring the extraordinary…

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James Swanwick: How to Break Free from Alcohol 1:06:06

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Do you ever feel like you’re losing your edge? Today we’re here with my friend James Swanwick, creator of Alcohol Free Lifestyle, a movement guiding high-achievers like you to sidestep the sauce. In this episode, we’re exploring James’s journey from rock-bottom, hungover in the hallowed halls of IHOP, where dreams go to drown in corn syrup and regr…

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Ben Azadi: How Toxins Like Glyphosate Sabotage Your Metabolism 58:38

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What if being overweight isn’t the problem, but actually a symptom of deeper dysfunction? The body doesn't lose weight to get healthy; it gets healthy to lose weight. And reclaiming your metabolic freedom may just save your life. Our guest this week, Ben Azadi is a living testament to the power of focusing on lifestyle factors like real food and fi…

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John Wang: Overcoming Burnout, Imposter Syndrome & Perfectionism 1:02:58

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Have you ever struggled with burnout or imposter syndrome? No matter how much you accomplish, does it somehow feel like it's never quite enough? Today, we’re here with my friend John Wang, an author, speaker, and global traveler on a mission to help high-achievers overcome maladaptive patterns and break free from the invisible scripts and cultural …

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Dan Faggella: The Radical Future of Human-AI Interaction 1:09:50

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In a world where machines can outperform humans in nearly every conceivable domain, where exactly does that leave us? When artificial intelligence can fulfill our deepest drives and reward pathways more reliably than any human relationship, what happens to human connection, meaning, and purpose? Today, we’re exploring the world of artificial intell…

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Joshua Weissman: Cooking is an Act of Rebellion 1:15:02

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Today, we have a special in-person episode going back in time with our friend Joshua Weissman. This episode was actually recorded many moons ago, but after one of my computers died the files sadly went missing. Now years later, I was able to retrieve most of our conversation and finally edit this show together. Since the original recording of this …

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Mark Sisson: Why Walking Beats Running for Longevity 1:03:21

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What’s better for longevity—running or walking? It’s a bit of a trick question. But if there is one answer, it’s definitely walking. If you want to be fit and live for a long time, you don’t need to subject yourself to suffer fests and slog through long runs. In fact, when you combine daily walks with the habit of sprinting just about once a week, …

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Tristan Scott: Hidden Dangers of EMFs and Artificial Blue Light 1:05:09

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Have you ever had a concussion? Anyone who’s ever had their bell rung knows recovery can be brutal. But with enough time and the right treatment, our bodies also have the remarkable ability to heal. Today we’re going hard in the paint on brain health, electromagnetic fields and decentralization in tech, food and finance with our friend Tristan Scot…

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John Lee Dumas: How to Quit the Rat Race and Move to Paradise 50:20

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Have you ever dreamed of dropping out of the rat race and moving to a tropical paradise? This week’s guest actually did it. If you’ve ever struggled through an 80 hour workweek, you know it can be incredibly profitable… but at what cost to your health, happiness and family life? How do you know when enough is enough? Today we’re here with fellow OG…

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Paul Chek: How to Optimize Performance and Longevity (without Biohacks) 1:59:16

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Are you tired of the never-ending hacks, shortcuts, protocols and gimmicks that some call biohacking? 19-year-olds are juicing up with exogenous hormones and getting implants just to keep up with the Joneses on Instagram. The materialistic worldview pushed by those with something to sell in the world of health can lead to an unhealthy obsession wit…

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Bo Eason: How to Become the Best in the World at What You Do 1:28:32

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What would happen if you trained like the best athlete in the world? How about the best actor or artist? Today we have the incredible honor of speaking with Bo Eason—a former star safety in the NFL, as well as an acclaimed playwright, author, and coach. After competing with all-time greats like Jerry Rice and Walter Payton in the NFL, Bo changed hi…

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50. Straight Talk with Jenna McCarthy 1:09:45

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On this episode of Chime In Amanda speaks with author Jenna McCarthy who discusses her journey as a writer and her latest book, Yankee Doodle Soup for the Fringy, Tin Foil Hat-Wearing Conspiracy Theorist’s Soul. She shares how she brings comedy to her writing and the importance of humor during challenging times. Jenna also talks about her collabora…

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49. An End to Upside Medicine with Mark Gober 1:17:58

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In this conversation, Amanda and Mark Gober discuss the fundamental beliefs around health and disease, particularly in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. They explore the concept of allopathic medicine, which is the modern Western view of medicine that focuses on treating symptoms rather than root causes. They also question the validity of virol…

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From Illness to Ironman with Brett and Harry of the Meat Mafia 55:56

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If you could save $400,000 a year in medical costs by making a radical change to your diet, would you do it? Today we’re here with Brett Ender and Harry Gray, fellow Austinites, former college athletes turned entrepreneurs and hosts of the Meat Mafia podcast. From fitness to faith, we cover a lot of ground in this one and I hope you enjoy. In this …

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48. The Awakening of Humanity With Lily Winsaft 1:15:21

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On this episode of Chime In, Amanda speaks with Lily Winsaft, spiritual counselor, energy healer and breathwork teacher, to discuss the awakening of humanity. Lily shares her journey of awakening and leaving the corporate world to pursue her spiritual gifts. She discusses the importance of unity. She also explores the concept of time speeding up an…

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47. Disrupting Education with Matt Beaudreau 1:03:31

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On this episode of Chime In, Amanda sits down with Matt Beaudreau, founder of Apogee Strong, a mentorship program which now is opening schools all over the US. They discuss his program and the importance of curiosity, as well as the value of failure as a learning tool. They explore the challenges of traditional schooling, the evolution of higher ed…

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Suzanne Santo: How to Reinvent a Broken Music Industry 48:51

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Why do so many famous, seemingly successful musicians wind up completely broke? In this bonus series, I’m interviewing incredibly talented musicians who are using cutting-edge podcasting technology to reinvent the music industry. Today we’re here with Suzanne Santo, singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist. A tireless creator, her sound has be…

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Stacey McCann: Why “Getting Fired” Needs to Go On Your To-Do List 1:07:10

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How much do musicians actually make streaming and performing live? The truth is gnarlier than you think! But we’re working hard to change that. This is the third episode in our bonus series, where you’re hearing rapid fire interviews with musicians who are reinventing the music industry by using cutting-edge “Value 4 Value” technology. This is all …

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46. Together We Rise: The Ongoing Recovery from Hurricane Helene 1:09:22

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On today’s episode Amanda sits down with Stefani Conley and Amy Ray Payne to discuss the devastating impact of Hurricane Helene in Western North Carolina. They share personal stories of resilience, the importance of direct aid, and the challenges faced in the aftermath of this disaster. They highlight the power of community support and the ongoing …

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Johnny Elrod: What Real Musicians Think of AI-Generated Music 52:42

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What do real musicians think of AI-Generated music? In this 4-part bonus series, you’ll hear rapid fire interviews with musicians who are using cutting-edge podcasting 2.0 tech to reinvent the music industry. This is all leading up to the first-ever “Sats By SW” Independent Music Summit and our live music performance at Antone’s hosted by the inven…

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Ainsley Costello: How Bitcoin is Disrupting the Music Industry 1:06:33

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Technology is disrupting the music industry once again. In this week's special 4-part bonus series, you’ll hear rapid fire interviews with incredible musicians who are using cutting edge podcasting tech to reinvent the music industry. We’re kicking off this bonus series with one of the top artists in the world of value-for-value music, Ainsley Cost…

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Israa Nasir: Why Hyper-Optimization Protocols Do More Harm Than Good 50:39

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Do you feel a constant pressure to optimize every aspect of your life? What if hyper-optimization protocols actually do more harm than good? The glorification of hustle culture has given many of us the nagging feeling that no matter how much we do or accomplish, it's never quite enough. Living in a cloud of frantic, urgent, reactive energy can even…

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Anna Vocino: Say “NO” to Big Food and Build Your Own Business Instead

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We're back this week with our dear friend, Anna Vocino. She's here to show you how the food we buy in the grocery store actually gets made (and it's not always pretty).By Abel James

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Anna Vocino: Say “NO” to Big Food and Build Your Own Business Instead 1:02:47

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We're back this week with our dear friend, Anna Vocino. She's here to show you how the food we buy in the grocery store actually gets made (and it's not always pretty).By Abel James, FatBurningMan.com

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Anna Vocino: Say “NO” to Big Food and Build Your Own Business Instead 1:00:18

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Have you ever wondered why almost every single packaged food contains industrial seed oils, anti-caking agents, preservatives, petrochemical flavorings and other non-foods? And why do so many growing companies that started as a healthier real food alternative ultimately sell their souls to Big Food? We're back this week with our dear friend, Anna V…

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Chef James Barry: Why Eating at Fancy Restaurants is Terrible for Your Health 59:12

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Why do fancy restaurants fill their meals with junk oils, sugars, chemical preservatives, and worse? With rampant food inflation and razor thin margins, even the fanciest, most exclusive and expensive restaurants can’t resist the tendency to cut corners on ingredient quality. That means that no matter how much you spend on eating out - with few exc…

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Chef James Barry: Why Eating at Fancy Restaurants is Terrible for Your Health

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How do high profile celebrities and the rich and famous achieve such dramatic transformations? And are regular joes and janes like us actually better off without private chefs and nutritionists? Today we’re here with celebrity chef and entrepreneur, James Barry.By Abel James

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Chef James Barry: Why Eating at Fancy Restaurants is Terrible for Your Health 1:04:38

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How do high profile celebrities and the rich and famous achieve such dramatic transformations? And are regular joes and janes like us actually better off without private chefs and nutritionists? Today we’re here with celebrity chef and entrepreneur, James Barry.By Abel James, FatBurningMan.com

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Matt Beaudreau: How to Unshackle Your Mind and Cultivate Intellectual Courage

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As founder of the Apogee Strong mentorship program, Matt has an unwavering commitment to empowering young people to become sovereign, self-directed learners - a radical departure from the compliance-driven model that dominates our schools.By Abel James

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Matt Beaudreau: How to Unshackle Your Mind and Cultivate Intellectual Courage 1:18:17

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As founder of the Apogee Strong mentorship program, Matt has an unwavering commitment to empowering young people to become sovereign, self-directed learners - a radical departure from the compliance-driven model that dominates our schools.By Abel James, FatBurningMan.com

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Matt Beaudreau: How to Nurture Genius and Courage in a Habitually Compliant Population 1:15:18

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What’s the difference between education and indoctrination? Is our education system broken, or is it operating as intended? The public school conveyor belt is a relic of the Prussian military model, designed to produce compliant workers for factories rather than sovereign thinkers with upward mobility. We’re left with a blindly obedient population …

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Paul Millerd: Why He Blew Up His Life (and You Should, Too)

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Is your work aligned with your true calling in life? Whether you're feeling trapped in a soul-sucking job, or simply curious about what's possible when you break free of societal scripts, you're going to find an abundance of wisdom and inspiration in Paul's story.By Abel James

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Paul Millerd: Why He Blew Up His Life (and You Should, Too) 1:37:50

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Is your work aligned with your true calling in life? Whether you're feeling trapped in a soul-sucking job, or simply curious about what's possible when you break free of societal scripts, you're going to find an abundance of wisdom and inspiration in Paul's story.By Abel James, FatBurningMan.com

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Paul Millerd: Why He Blew Up His Life (and You Should, Too) 1:35:42

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Is your work aligned with your true calling in life? Or are you being paid to overlook your overwhelming disinterest in the work? Is your work-life driven by an illusion where the trivial is disguised as important? Tragically, this week’s guest admits, “I spent 10 years doing an enormous amount of work but feeling as if I created nothing of substan…

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Mark Divine: Master Your Mind’s Energy to Become Uncommon

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In this expansive conversation, we explore the transformative power of silence and self-reflection, the intricate dance between the ego and attachment, as well as extraordinary feats of consciousness, healing and longevity documented in Eastern spiritual traditions.By Abel James

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Mark Divine: Master Your Mind’s Energy to Become Uncommon 1:04:15

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In this expansive conversation, we explore the transformative power of silence and self-reflection, the intricate dance between the ego and attachment, as well as extraordinary feats of consciousness, healing and longevity documented in Eastern spiritual traditions.By Abel James, FatBurningMan.com

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Mark Divine: Master Your Mind’s Energy to Become Uncommon 1:01:14

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What does the concept of longevity mean to you? Does it mean pumping your body full of exogenous hormones, peptides, stem cells, brain implants, and gradually replacing your organs with lab-grown pig parts? Perhaps some of us will sign up to be a brain in a jar? Or can we cruise into our second century by living a simple life of self-reflection, me…

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45.Reclaiming Yourself with Jillian Acosta 1:12:13

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On this episode of Chime in Amanda sits down with Jillian Acosta, a functional dietician, as she shares her journey of healing from emotional eating and her work in helping others cultivate a healthy relationship with food. She emphasizes the importance of feeling and processing emotions instead of numbing them with food or other substances. Jillia…

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Adam Gilbert: Overcome Self-Sabotage and Unlock Your Full Potential

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Whether you're a seasoned athlete, a busy parent, a coach, or just dipping your toes into health and fitness, you'll walk away from this interview with actionable strategies and a renewed sense of motivation to make positive and lasting changes in your life.By Abel James