Best Somatics Institute Podcasts (2025)

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#228 20x Oxygen: How Hyperbaric Therapy Supercharges Healing & Longevity | Dr. Jason Sonners @HBOT USA 1:07:38

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More therapies doesn't always mean better results. Nick Urban & Dr. Jason Sonners break down why hyperbaric oxygen, CO2 tolerance, & antioxidant strategies only work when tailored to your goals, & how strategic adversity builds real healthspan Meet our guest Dr. Jason Sonners is a leading expert in hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT), blending experti…

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How Can Good Fitness and Health Improve Your Career Success? JJ Virgin’s Playbook for Coaches 55:50

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If you’ve asked yourself how can good fitness and health improve your career success, today’s conversation delivers a clear, practical answer. Jennifer welcomes celebrity nutrition expert and four-time NYT bestselling author JJ Virgin, who shares why vitality is the hidden growth engine behind every thriving coaching business. You’ll learn JJ’s mus…

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How We’re Really Using AI 42:24

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What if AI was capable of being more than just a new and improved Google search? What if there was ways to harness its predictive powers for growth, self-realization, or even freedom?Today we'll hear from four thinkers: Larissa Conte, a leadership guide and systems healer with a focus on power, on the principle of mutual co-enactment. Then we hear …

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#227 Somatic Intelligence: How The Nervous System Determines Your Success or Burnout | Sheridan Ruth 1:04:52

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Think stress is just part of ambition? Sheridan Ruth shows how fear, childhood patterns, and ignoring your body’s signals fuel exhaustion—and how somatic intelligence combined with nervous system regulation can bioharmonize your energy for meaningful, sustainable success. Meet our guest Sheridan Ruth is a bestselling author of Somatic Intelligence …

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Discovery Call Framework: 7 Steps to Enroll Clients Without Feeling Salesy 21:08

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In this episode of The Abundant Coach, Rich Boggs reveals the proven 7-step framework for a discovery call that closes with ease. You’ll learn how to connect, reveal the gap, build trust, and make a confident offer—without ever feeling pushy or salesy. Key Takeaways A discovery call is a transformational conversation, not a sales pitch. Open with l…

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#226 Healing Trauma & Boosting Longevity Through Nervous System Health | Mitch Webb 1:08:48

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Ever wonder why healthy habits don’t always stick? Mitch Webb explains how trauma, chronic stress, and early life patterns keep your body in survival mode, and how nervous system regulation helps you finally benefit from biohacks and lifestyle upgrades. Meet our guest Mitch Webb is a health coach & nervous system expert who helps clients heal from …

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From Pelvic Floor to Whole Self: A Conversation with Dr. Tia Ukpe-Wallace and Krishna Dholakia 1:09:48

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The pelvis, home to our reproductive, digestive, and eliminatory systems, is responsive to stress, pregnancy, birth, hormones, lifestyle, and trauma. When balanced, it supports vitality and ease. When out of balance, it can profoundly affect quality of life.Joining the conversation are two extraordinary practitioners:Dr. Tia Ukpe-Wallace, an orthop…

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The Gifts of the Body - A Talk about Somatic Coaching with Nathan Blair 1:32:50

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In this episode, we’re delighted to welcome Nathan Blair, Founder of The Somatic School—the world’s first ICF Level 2-accredited training in Body-Oriented Coaching. Nathan left the corporate world to immerse himself in Somatic Psychology, Interpersonal Neurobiology and Body Psychotherapy—ultimately creating the training he had always wanted- In our…

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#225 Beat Burnout & Stress with Clinical Hypnotherapy | @Charlene Gisele 1:05:56

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Ever feel like stress has become your default setting? Charlene Gisele shares how hustle culture fuels burnout and how clinical hypnotherapy can reset your nervous system, restore energy, and help you reclaim balance. Meet our guest Charlène Gisèle is a former Big Law litigator turned High-Performance Coach & founder of the Charlène Gisèle® Coachin…

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#224 10X Your Longevity Strategy by Saying NO to Over-Optimization | Blair @ Buck Institute 1:12:49

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Could saying no actually be your best longevity strategy? Blair LaCorte reveals why avoiding over-optimization and focusing on system biology, compassion, and purpose instead leads to authentic biosynergy and lasting vitality. Meet our guest Blair LaCorte is a dynamic business executive whose career spans entertainment, aviation, AI, technology, ae…

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The Coaching Client Conversion Playbook: From Content to Paid Clients 35:40

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If your content is meaningful but your income isn’t moving, you don’t have a visibility problem—you have a coaching client conversion problem. In this Sales that Serve episode, guest host Rich Boggs (serial entrepreneur and Expert Enrollment Faculty at Brave Thinking Institute) shows you how to bridge the gap between audience-building and consisten…

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Alan Watts, interviewed by Esalen co-founder Michael Murphy (1966) - Part Two 34:48

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Today I’m super excited to present to you another episode from the Archives From this trove of 1/2 inch reel to reel tapes that we recently found mouldering in a storage facility near the Monterey Airport - a 1966 dialogue between Esalen co-founder Michael Murphy and philosopher Alan Watts and today is PART TWO— notable for being one of the only in…

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#223 Cognitive Movement Exercises to Improve Focus, Memory & Processing Speed | Bill Mckenna @ Cognomovement 1:19:46

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Ever feel mentally foggy even after resting? Bill McKenna of Cognitive Movement shares simple eye movements, spinning, and body-awareness exercises that bioharmonize your brain, sharpen focus, and boost decision-making, without drugs or endless study sessions. Meet our guest Bill’s journey from high-thrill pursuits to spiritual exploration led him …

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Alan Watts, interviewed by Esalen co-founder Michael Murphy (1966) - Part One 33:12

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Today we present a rare archival conversation between Esalen co-founder Michael Murphy and philosopher Alan Watts, recorded in 1966.Watts, who taught at Esalen from its founding in 1962 until his death in 1973, was among the foremost interpreters of Eastern philosophy for Western audiences. In this wide-ranging dialogue, Watts articulates his theor…

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#222 Biohack Your Gut & Restore Your Microbiome For Ultimate Wellness | Dr. Vincent Pedre @ Happy Gut 1:13:32

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Think your gut health only affects digestion? From fermented foods and targeted probiotics to peptides like BPC157, Dr. Vincent Pedre shares practical ways to rebuild microbiome balance and boost overall performance. Meet our guest Dr. Vincent Pedre is the Medical Director of Pedre Integrative Health & CEO of Happy Gut Life, with over 25 years of c…

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Songs for the More-Than-Human World: Fletcher Tucker's "Kin" 51:25

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Fletcher Tucker - Big Sur artist, Esalen faculty member, independent musician, and wilderness guide - is a kind of spiritual cartographer and wild-hearted philosopher of the sonic and sacred. He has a new album, Kin, which is the focus of this conversation. Kin is a ritual, a spell, a window into the more-than-human world. It is a collection of dro…

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#221 Inside The Revolutionary Epigenetic Cellular Health Test (1700 Biomarkers from a Single Drop of Blood) | Ryan Smith @ TruDiagnostic 1:02:59

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Standard blood tests barely scratch the surface. Ryan Smith shares how TruDiagnostic’s TruAge & TruHealth tests use over 1,700 biomarkers from just a drop of blood to measure biological age, hormone health, immunity & more. Go beyond standard labs & start bioharmonizing with cutting-edge precision so you can make decisions that actually impact how …

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7 Simple Ways to Cut EMF Exposure by 90% | Nick Urban @ Outliyr 22:47

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Nick Urban dives solo into the world of EMFs. He breaks down EMF basics, health risks like oxidative stress and DNA damage, the difference between native and non-native EMFs, and practical tactics for shielding, distancing, and harmonizing your environment. Learn what actually works, why smart appliances matter, and how distance can protect your he…

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Ken Robins (a.k.a. Dr. Love): A Somatic Journey from Trauma to Transformation 44:04

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Ken Robins has been part of the beating heart of Esalen for many decades. A somatic Gestalt practitioner, couples counselor, and devoted early student of Dick Price, Will Schutz, Jessica Britt and many other Esalen legends, Ken has spent his adult life exploring the transformational power of relationship, presence, and the body’s innate wisdom.In t…

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#220 5 Longevity Drivers That Actually Increase Lifespan by 500% | Dr. Zain Hakeem @ River Rock Medical 1:13:40

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Think more data means better health? Dr. Zain Hakeem challenges the obsession with endless biomarkers & breaks longevity down to its core drivers. You’ll see how effect size, simplicity, consistency, beat the latest trends & how to bioharmonize your lifestyle around what truly works. Meet our guest Dr. Hakeem is a dual board-certified physician in …

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Selling Is Serving: Mastering Heart-Centered Sales for Coaches 39:47

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If you’re a coach, and at the first mention of sales, you think, “I’m not a salesperson,” this episode is for you. In this powerful kickoff to the Sales That Serve series, Rich Boggs reveals why heart-centered sales for coaches isn’t just important—it’s required. You’ll discover how to shift your mindset, increase your impact, and finally master th…

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The Survivorship Collective 23:44

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In this episode, we speak with Anne Hamilton, founder of the Survivorship Collective: a survivor-led initiative offering legal, psychedelic-assisted therapy to people living with cancer. Anne is an educator, filmmaker and breast cancer survivor whose own journey through illness (and a life-altering psilocybin experience) led her to ask deeper quest…

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#219 The 'To Die List' vs The 'To Do List': Proven Identity Habits to Boost Longevity | Karen Salmansohn @ Your To Die For Life 1:03:05

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How many meaningful months do you actually have left? Karen Salmansohn confronts the fear of death head-on & shows how it can fuel joy, growth & focus. This conversation covers mortality-based mindset shifts, bioharmonizing daily routines, & creating identity habits that connect your actions to your deeper purpose. Meet our guest Karen Salmansohn i…

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Caverly Morgan: The Self, The World, and the Space Between 40:48

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In this episode of Voices of Esalen, Sam speaks with spiritual teacher, author, and nonprofit founder Caverly Morgan about the nature of personal ego as well as the collective ego that shapes our culture, relationships, and our sense of separation.Named one of 2025’s powerful women in the mindfulness movement, Caverly brings a rare combination of Z…

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#218 The Neuro Blueprint To Deep Heal, Reset Your Nervous System & Access True Joy | Dr. Amy Albright @ Holon 1:16:50

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Tired of surface-level wellness routines that never stick? Dr. Amy Albright reveals how real transformation starts with tuning into your body’s signals. From EEG brain retraining & intuitive journaling to Chinese medicine & autoimmune protocols, this episode outlines a grounded path to clarity, inner peace & next-level health. Meet our guest Dr. Am…

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The Esalen Check In: Part 3 33:37

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Last year we brought you a real Esalen check-in (episode one). Some months later, a follow up episode dropped. This practice of the check-in is rooted in the Gestalt therapy that evolved at Esalen over the years. It's an authentic cornerstone of the Esalen experience, often described as a catalyst for self-awareness, connection, and personal growth…

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#217 The Pantry Ingredient Damaging Your Brain, Gut, & Slowly Destroying Your Health (Dark Calories & Seed Oils) | Dr. Cate Shanahan @Deep Nutrition 50:32

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Still trusting labels like “heart-healthy” or “cold-pressed”? Seed oils quietly erode gut health, brain function, & energy regulation. Dr. Cate Shanahan unpacks why they’re worse than sugar, what your mitochondria actually need, & which ancestral fats support real biosynergy. This episode brings clarity on the biggest dietary villain hiding in plai…

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#216 5-Minute Habits Olympic Coaches Trust for Success | Dr. Haley Perlus 1:07:08

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Can pressure actually fuel your success? Dr. Haley Perlus reveals how Olympic-level habits turn stress into strength. From 5-minute rituals to mindset reframes, Dr. Haley Perlus shares how to bioharmonize your habits, rewire your mindset & use emotional regulation for lasting results. Perfect for athletes & high performers chasing clarity, confiden…

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Courage to Connect: Shame-Blocking and Flirtation Skills with Dr. Jacob Towery 54:36

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In this lively episode, psychiatrist Dr. Jacob Towery invites us into the heart of his upcoming Esalen workshop on overcoming shyness, releasing shame, and embracing authentic connection. A Stanford-trained psychiatrist, Dr. Towery works with adolescents and adults in private practice. His approach blends evidence-based therapy with playfulness, sk…

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#215 How 500,000+ People Are Hacking Stress, Focus, & Sleep Using EEG, Neurofeedback, HRV & More | Ariel Garten @ Muse 1:07:23

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How are 500,000 people using neurofeedback to hack their sleep, stress & focus without relying on stimulants or wearables? Ariel Garten, neuroscientist & Muse co-founder, breaks down how EEG & FNIRS technology tracks brainwaves in real time to guide meditation, sharpen focus, & deepen sleep. This episode reveals how brain training stacks up against…

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Somatic Coaching Secrets: Build a Thriving, Heart-Led Business You Love with Allana Pratt 32:21

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What does it really take to become a powerful, prosperous, fully-expressed coach? In this heart-opening episode, Jennifer Jimenez sits down with intimacy expert and master coach Allana Pratt to explore the magic of somatic coaching, authentic leadership, and building a business that supports full-spectrum freedom, expression, and abundance. Key Tak…

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#214 Take Charge of Your Healthspan With Regeneration Protocols: Shockwave, Stem Cell, Ketamine Therapy, Peptides & Advanced Biologics | Dr. Khoshal Latifzai @Rocky Mountain Regenerative Medicine 1:18:57

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What if your body had built-in tools to regenerate itself but you’ve been looking in the wrong places? Dr. Khoshal Latifzai reveals overlooked therapies like peptides, shockwave, stem cells, & ketamine that go beyond symptom masking. He explains how athletes & longevity seekers use diagnostics, fasting, & advanced biologics to stay ahead of aging &…

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Letting Go of Perfectionism: Why PERFECT Is a Trap 19:31

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In this episode of The Abundant Coach, Jennifer Jimenez reveals how perfectionism is actually fear in disguise—and why letting go of perfectionism is the secret to success, fulfillment, and true impact in your coaching business. If you’ve ever delayed a launch, re-recorded videos to exhaustion, or felt “not ready,” this episode is your permission s…

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Jacoby Ballard: Queer Dharma and the Path to Liberation 43:44

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Jacoby Ballard is a trans yoga teacher, social justice educator, and author of A Queer Dharma: Yoga and Meditations for Liberation. In this episode of Voices of Esalen, Ballard shares reflections on how contemplative and wellness spaces can deeply support queer and trans communities, especially in a time of heightened visibility, vulnerability, and…

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#213 Why You Have Brittle Bones & Heart Risk: The Shocking Truth About Calcium, Omega-3s, Mag L-Threonate, Vitamin B & Other Supplements You Take | Dr. Carolyn Dean @RNAReset 1:17:10

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Why do so many people still suffer from weak bones, heart issues, & brain fog despite taking supplements daily? Dr. Carolyn Dean reveals the hidden imbalances behind common supplement routines especially the dangerous overuse of calcium & poorly absorbed magnesium. This episode breaks down why forms like magnesium L-threonate matter, how omega-3s m…

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The Secrets to Create a Course That Sells and Transforms: Expert Tips from Jasmine Jonte 27:20

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Want to create a course that actually gets results—and makes you money? In this episode of The Abundant Coach, Jennifer Jimenez interviews Jasmine Jonte, a sought-after course creation expert, on how to create a course that’s binge-worthy, transformational, and profitable. Whether you’re just starting or looking to upgrade your existing content, th…

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#212 Ayurvedic Secrets Modern Science Finally Proves: Doshas, Seasonal Eating, Rituals, Herbal Medicine & More | Dr. John Douillard @LifeSpa 1:19:02

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Could syncing your daily habits with the seasons be the key to vitality? Dr. John Douillard of LifeSpa shares how aligning with nature’s cycles through the Ayurvedic principles of seasonal eating, circadian rhythms, & herbal protocols radically shifts your digestion, mental clarity, immunity, & long-term energy. In this episode, he breaks down the …

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Coaching Beyond the Mind: The Power of Movement to Create Breakthroughs 29:35

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What if the real breakthrough you and your clients need isn’t in the mind—but in the body? In this powerful solo episode, Jennifer Jimenez, 7-figure coach and creator of Transcendance, reveals how the power of movement can unlock emotional blocks, create lasting transformation, and supercharge your coaching results—no choreography required. Whether…

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Anaïs Nin: The Sensual Art of Writing 54:56

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Anaïs Nin was a literary pioneer who wrote boldly about the inner lives of women long before it was culturally accepted. Her work, including Delta of Venus, Little Birds, The House of Incest, and her 16-volume diary, continues to influence generations of writers.Nin’s life was as unconventional as her prose. She trained in psychoanalysis with Otto …

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#211 Tiny Tweaks to Radically Transform Your Body, Vitality, & Career (Without Drugs) | Alex Feinberg @FeinbergSystems 1:05:23

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What if energy, not money, is the real currency of success? In this episode of High Performance Longevity, Alex Feinberg breaks down why true wealth begins with vitality. He shares his signature approach to high performance that skips drugs & burnout, focusing instead on strategic training, real food, & smart recovery. From the “Triple Sevens Club”…

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#210 Superior Herbs That Raise Testosterone, Balance Hormones, & Boost Performance (He Shou Wu, Pine Pollen, Blue Vervain, Shilajit & More) | Logan Christopher @ Lost Empire Herbs 1:11:59

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What separates an average supplement routine from a superior one? Drawing from both ancient herbalism & modern performance science, Logan Christopher from Lost Empire Herbs shares how adaptogens, phytoandrogens, & tonic herbs can help men & women enhance their mood, hormones, & recovery. In this episode, you’ll get practical tips on safe dosing, co…

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#209 Energy-Boosting Formula of Peak Athletes Revealed (Mimic Exercise, All-In-One Longevity Stacks, & The Ultimate Pre-Workout) | Kyal Van Der Leest @ LVLUP Health 56:52

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You're about to get the inside scoop on intersection between state-of-the-art performance enhancers and longevity ingredients. You'll learn about overlooked molecules to build energy, mimic exercise, balance neurotransmitters, & bulletproof your nervous system. From the foundations like hydrating coconut compounds, to designer substances like parax…

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Vision of the Future: Creating a Life You Can’t Even Imagine Yet with Lisa Nichols 22:22

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You were not born to play small. You were born to become. In this soul-igniting episode of The Abundant Coach, Mat Boggs welcomes the legendary Lisa Nichols—world-renowned motivational speaker, CEO of Motivating the Masses, and one of the original teachers from The Secret—to share the truth about what it takes to live a life that exceeds even your …

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Living Authentically: A Non-Binary Dialogue with Sarah/Sawyer Lavelle and Abigail/Bo Barnes 50:56

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In this episode of Voices of Esalen, host Sam Stern sits down with two members of the Esalen community, Sarah Lavelle (also known as Sawyer) and Abigail Barnes (also known as Bo), for a heartfelt conversation about non-binary identity, self-expression, and the journey of living beyond the binary.Topics include personal stories, pronouns, the evolvi…

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We Are Rebranding! (Mind Body Peak Performance Is Now High Performance Longevity) 15:18

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🎙️ Big News! Our podcast has officially rebranded to High Performance Longevity. In this quick update, I explain why we made the change, what it means for you, & what exciting content is coming next. Same mission, helping you optimize your body, mind, & lifespan but with a sharper focus. Thank you to our partners Outliyr Biohacker’s Peak Performanc…

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How to Manifest Anything: 3 Steps to Rewiring Your Mind with Marisa Peer 16:50

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If you’ve ever wondered how to manifest your dream life, this episode is the breakthrough you’ve been waiting for. Legendary hypnotherapist Marisa Peer joins Mat Boggs to reveal the three-step process to create real, lasting abundance from the inside out. Prepare to be deeply inspired—and powerfully activated. 💡 Key Takeaways Your thoughts are blue…

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#208 Peptides vs. Traditional Supplements: What's Superior? (Product Safety, Improved Formulation & Liposome Technology) | Kyal Van Der Leest @ LVLUP Health 1:05:22

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Tired of gimmicky supplements that promise everything but deliver nothing? Kyal Van Der Leest reveals how he builds potent, bioharmonized formulas using cutting-edge peptides, botanicals, & smart delivery systems. From gut & brain optimization to detox support, this episode shows how advanced ingredients paired with ethical practices raise the bar …

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The Power of Visioning: Setting the Stage for Becoming a Successful Coach 27:32

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In this transformational episode of The Abundant Coach, Mat Boggs shares his deeply personal story of failure, faith, and fulfillment—and how learning to harness visioning helped him go from broke and burned out to speaking on international stages and impacting millions of lives. This episode breaks down how to create a crystal-clear, emotionally c…

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From Longing to Legacy: Ending Season 1 with Heart and Vision 59:39

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After 83 transformative episodes, The Abundant Coach podcast is evolving. In this milestone conversation, Lauren Brollier Newton and her mentor and co-visionary Mat Boggs open up about the ache that led to launching this podcast—and the new ache that’s creating space for its next evolution. Whether you’re starting your coaching journey or already m…

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#207 Find & Master the “Doorways” to Your Body For Peak Health (11+ Optimization Tips) | Dr. John Lieurance @ MitoZen 1:10:35

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Wondering how to protect your body’s most important entrance points? Dr. John Lieurance breaks down the concept of "doorways" through the lens of holistic health, sharing how botanicals, essential oils, and methylene blue act as powerful tools to reinforce your natural defenses. You’ll get a new blueprint for optimizing nasal, ocular, and other pat…