Insightful interviews, strategies, and advice from people making world-class decisions in human optimization, performance, & longevity with Olympian Stephen McCain.
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Sports podcast by sports writer Leader Johnson who is senior writer and analyst for NBA draft room, lead publisher and writer for High Level Sports and writer for Vusports on 247 sports.
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The Cutting Edge of Human Optimization: Peptides, Exosomes, Hormones, Brain Chemistry, and Sexual Health with the Prep Coach Alex Kikel. EP 020
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1:19:19Send us a text In this episode of the Stephen McCain Podcast, I interview a true unicorn in the biohacking world named Alex Kikel; also known as "The Prep Coach." Alex shares his extensive knowledge about optimizing human performance through biohacking techniques that affect everything from cellular function to hormonal balance. Working with profes…
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The Future of Fitness with Tonal: Insights from Olympic-Level Training to Innovative Home Gym Solutions. EP 019
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50:41Send us a text Troy Taylor brings Olympic-level expertise to your living room through Tonal, the revolutionary wall-mounted smart gym that's transforming how we approach strength training. As someone who's coached multiple Olympic teams including Team GB, Team Canada, and Team USA, Troy now applies that elite-level knowledge to create training prog…
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HBOT Demystified: How to Use Oxygen Therapy the Right Way with Dr. Scott Sherr. EP 018
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57:57Send us a text What if everything you thought about hyperbaric oxygen therapy was backwards? Dr. Scott Sherr explains why he looks at your cells before your oxygen levels, and shares the critical steps most people miss when starting HBOT. Discover why this powerful therapy needs the right foundation to truly transform your health. About Dr. Scott S…
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How I Healed My Trauma and Found God with Ayahuasca | Stephen McCain [Solocast] EP 017
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30:50Send us a text In this deeply personal episode of the Stephen McCain Podcast, I recount my transformative six-day ayahuasca retreat in Spain. I describe the physical and emotional preparations, the intense ceremonies, and the profound realizations I experienced. I delve into themes of self-forgiveness, the importance of self-love, and the interconn…
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Villanova Radio: Coach Neptune surge, Coach Dillon chemistry building, Nova football players in portal and NFL draft
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32:58Leader Johnson talks Villanova women and men starting to put it together. Villanova took a hit with some important players hitting the transfer portal and others declaring for the NFL draft.
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High Level Sports talk with 2025 Villanova commit Kennedy Henry
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23:12The top 100 2025 commit talks Coach Dennis Dillon, Villanova, WNBA, Philly Rise and more with Leader Johnson
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preview Villanova-LIU, Micah Parsons comments to CJ Gardner-Johnson plus more
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40:15Leader talks Villanova-LIU pregame and sixers plus more
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Leader talks Eagles last sesason
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Unlock Your Metabolic Potential: Mastering VO2 Max, Metabolic Health, and Breathing Techniques with expert Gilles Essiembre; the 50 year old man with a VO2 max of 70.4
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1:32:18Send us a text Unlock the secrets to boosting your VO2 max and enhancing your overall performance as we sit down with the incredible Gilles Essiembre, a seasoned athlete whose expertise spans bodybuilding, Spartan races, and ultra-marathons. Gilles's impressive journey to achieving a VO2 max score of 70.4 at age 50 is nothing short of inspirational…
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The Man Who Is Beating Bryan Johnson In The Rejuvenation Olympics For Pennies On The Dollar. Unlocking the Secrets to Longevity with Dave Pascoe. EP 015
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1:18:22Send us a text Ever wondered how to age gracefully while maintaining peak physical health? Join us on the Stephen McCain podcast as we sit down with Dave Pascoe, a formidable contender in the Rejuvenation Olympics, to uncover the secrets behind his youth-preserving regimen. From exosome treatments revolutionizing his shoulder recovery to simple dai…
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Propion: The Game-Changing Gut Health Metabolite for Longevity with Nicholas Tubach & Dr. Dan Winer. EP 014
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44:49Send us a text Unlock the secrets of longevity and cognitive health with our special guests, Nicholas Tubach and Dan Weiner. In this episode, we promise you'll gain invaluable insights into the critical role the gut microbiome plays in overall well-being. Nicholas shares his unique journey from the humanities to biotech, driven by a passion for opt…
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Paul George is in Philly!!!! Mines well start calling Philly Stardelphia
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22:49Paul George signs with Philly plus more sign with 76ers. Philadelphia has stars on all teams
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Mark Armstrong signed by Brooklyn Nets. 76ers post draft
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19:13Leader Johnson talks about 76ers post draft and Mark Armstrong signing with Brooklyn Nets
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New York Knicks become special with Mikal bridges. 76ers draft Jared McCain. Nova football news
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42:18Leader Johnson talks New York acquiring Mikal Bridges. 76ers draft most NBA ready scorer in Jared McCain. Villanova gains two more good commits
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Greatest rivalry in Basketball: Angel Reese gets revenge over Caitlin Clark
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43:05Chicago Sky beats Indiana Fever 89-88 Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark both have great games. Leader Johnson breaks down the impact of both players and why we should appreciate it
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Villanova gets commitment from high level international prospect Aleksandar Gavalyugov and more
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24:29Leader Johnson talks everything leading up to the decision on the Aleksandar Gavalyugov commit and what's next
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Monica McNutt falsely gives Stephen A Smith a piece of her mind.
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29:58Monica McNutt gets into it with Stephen A. Smith. Leader Johnson tells why it's false and why women's basketball is being badly represented at its most profitable time.
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Leveraging Cellular Medicine To Unlock The Pathways For Optimal Health, Regeneration, & Longevity with Dr Elizabeth Yurth. EP 013
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1:15:46Send us a text Are you ready to revolutionize your understanding of orthopedics and cellular medicine? This episode features Dr. Elizabeth Yurth, a double board-certified physician in physical medicine, rehabilitation, anti-aging, and regenerative medicine. Dr. Yurth shares her journey from traditional orthopedics to a holistic approach influenced …
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Eric Dixon is back!!!! Enoch Baokye addition and more
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56:58Leader talks him and Eric Dixon conversation on return to Villanova and more
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Villanova star point guard Mark Armstrong stays in 2024 NBA draft
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7:46Leader details why Mark Armstrong stays in draft
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Kyle Neptune-Jay Wright argument. D'Hani Cobbs and Max Shulga sign to Villanova and more
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45:40Leader talks new football recruit. D'Hani Cobbs and VCU basketball transfer Max Shulga signing to Villanova. He explains why Jay Wright first 3 years are like Kyle Neptunes
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Villanova-UConn post game. 76ers-Hornets post game
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21:46Leader talks great game between Villanova and UConn. 76ers win over Hornets
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Villanova Football Impressive recruits who sign on signing day.Nova men and women basketball update
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46:11Villanova has a great haul of recruits for 2024 football class and Nova basketball men's and women's evolution
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Ohtani almost a Billion. King James adds to legacy. Nova Nation double update part one
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21:49Leader talk Ohtani contract, Lakers in season championship and Villanova sports update part one
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Lucy Olsen is special. Eric Dixon looks like a different monster. Connor Watkins is him
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51:13Leader Johnson goes in depth on Villanovas win vs Texas Tech and upcoming North Carolina match up. He talks Lucy Olsen and Lady Wildcats talent and how special Connor Watkins and Villanovas football team has been this season
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Solocast: Unleashing the Superhero Within. How I Found My Second Peak 20 Years After Olympic Retirement. A Deep Dive into Peptides, Health Optimization, and Autonomy. EP 012
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24:41Send us a text Imagine waking up every day feeling like a superhero. I, Stephen McCain, a former professional athlete turned biohacker, experienced this when I took charge of my health post-retirement. After grappling with a reckless lifestyle and deteriorating health, I took a leap into the unknown, giving up alcohol, embracing a healthy lifestyle…
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Villanova wins CAA title. 2024 PG ZZ Clark recruited by Nova? Nova-Maryland review and more
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35:39Leader goes deep on big news of 2024 four-star PG ZZ Clark being recruited by Villanova. He talks Villanova big season after winning CAA title and Battle of the Blue and what's next. Plus the big win for Villanova basketball over Maryland and Texas Tech game preview.
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Why Villanova lost to Penn and how good is Villanova football? 2 segment episode
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42:55Leader talks reasons why Villanova lost, How good Villanova football is, and how good Villanova women's basketball update
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2027 dynamic High Level guard Jessie Moses offered. 2025 women's and men's recruiting breakdown
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24:08Leader talks about offer to Jessie Moses plus 2025 and 2026 women's basketball recruiting plus 2025 mens basketball recruiting
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Villanova mens and women's basketball preview. Hoop Mania review roster breakdowns, visitors
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45:03Leader Johnson gives a special breakdown on Villanova hoops Mania, roster breakdowns, previews, predictions and visitors.
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Peptide Bioregulators: Decoding the Secrets of Soviet Bio-Technology to Regenerate Organs with Phil Micans. EP 011
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1:11:17Send us a text Want to know how to regenerate your organs? Sound crazy? Well, not so fast. A new revolution in healthcare is taking place. It's the understanding that short-chained peptides like the ones found in organ meats are recognized by the body as highly specific gene switches. These tiny peptides can pass through cell membranes without a re…
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Unleash Your Mind’s Potential With Braintap. Discover The Neuroscience Of Success, Brain Health, & Fitness With Dr Patrick Porter. EP 010
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1:10:53Send us a text In this episode of the Stephen McCain podcast, I am joined by Dr. Porter, the creator of BrainTap. Dr. Porter explains how BrainTap is a revolutionary tool for neuroplasticity and brain fitness. Using light, sound, and vibration, BrainTap helps to stimulate and strengthen the brain in a positive and enjoyable way. We discuss the impo…
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Villanova-North Carolina A&T preview. How good is Villanova?
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22:17Leader previews upcoming Villanova-North Carolina A&T game plus more
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Villanova Radio: NBA legacy and Big East legacy recruit Malcolm Thomas commits to Villanova.
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40:07Leader breaks down the commitment of one of the best two way players in the country regardless of class plus more.
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2024 Villanova basketball recruiting in depth from the start. Jimmy Butler why? Eagles or 49ers?
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1:42:52Leader talks Villanova 2024 basketball recruiting from the beginning to where it's at. 76ers and James Harden drama. Eagles or 49ers best team
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Shedeur Sanders put the world of football on notice. Colorado football is different.
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34:34Leader Johnson breaks down the amazing comeback by Colorado vs Colorado State.
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Villanova goes 2-0 off super performance by Connor Watkins. Phillies look dangerous at right time.
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31:39Leader talks Connor Watkins and the performance Nova Nation has been waiting for plus more. Leader explains the surge from the Phillies and what's to come.
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Philadelphia Eagles roster breakdown. Jalen Hurts and electric offense. Jalen Carter arrives
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25:18Leader Johnson breaks down Philadelphia Eagles 53 man roster and more.
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Villanova offensive and defensive line has depth and talent. Nova women/men basketball recruiting
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56:59Leader goes in on the offensive and defensive line depth and how talented they are for now and the future. Leader talks what coach Dillon has in 2024 recruiting class and future targets. Leader breaks down 2024 recruiting targets for coach Neptune.
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Why Kiyan Anthony and Bryce James could repeat history, Flagg and Boozer, Nova Roster, Eagles
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45:48Leader Johnson talks why Kiyan Anthony and Bryce James cab repeat history breaks down their games. He talks who is better between future number one overall picks Cooper Flagg and Cameron Boozer. Leader talks what makes this Villanova roster different and why Philadelphia Eagles defense is scary
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Why AJ Brown and Davonta Smith are the hardest obstacle about stopping the Philadelphia Eagles.
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16:57Leader Johnson breaks down how dominant AJ Brown and Davonta Smith are and can be. Leader also explains other positions including the Elite secondary.
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Nova recruiting, Phillies deep roster, James Harden, Dwayne Wade greatest hall of fame speech
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47:08Leader Johnson talks Villanova basketball recruiting, Philadelphia Eagles and Philadelphia Phillies deep rosters. James Harden problem and Dwayne Wade monumental speech
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Leverage the Power of Stem Cells to Support Your Body’s Natural Repair System with STEMREGEN, the Groundbreaking Plant-Based Supplement. EP 009
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56:06Send us a text Would if I told you that you could release 10 million stem cells with just 2 capsules of a plant-based supplement? In this episode of the Stephen McCain podcast, I interview Christian Drapeau, an expert in stem cell research. Christian shares his journey into the world of stem cells and how he founded the revolutionary stem cell supp…
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Philadelphia Eagles sign LBs Myles Jack and Zach Cunningham. Offensive line gets deeper.
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48:30.Leader Johnson explains the impact of Eagles signing stud linebackers Zach Cunningham and Myles Jack. He talks the signing of OL Josh Andrews, Dennis Kelly and return of OL Josh Sills
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Breakdown of what makes Philadelphia Eagles roster so dangerous and super bowl ready
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48:01Leader Johnson breaks down why the Eagles roster is so good.
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Terence Crawford dominates Errol Spence jr. Villanova starting line up and 2024 recruiting targets
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22:29Leader talks Terence Crawfords dominating win over Errol Spence jr and analysis on starting line up and which one will help Neptune reach final four and update on 2024 targets
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Optimizing NAD Levels: the most important molecule for Healthspan. How to easily test and optimize your NAD levels with Dr Jin-Xiong She. EP 008
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1:09:27Send us a text In this episode of Stephen McCain podcast, I interview Jin-Xiong She, founder & CEO of Jinfiniti Precision Medicine, which develops and markets Longevity tests to help people maximize their healthspan. We discuss the importance of optimizing NAD. NAD is a vital coenzyme involved in numerous biochemical processes in the body. It plays…
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Rondo, Thomas, Irving, Smart, Walker better Celtic point guard ranking. Jordan/Pippen Wade/Pierce
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51:30Leader Johnson explains the ranking of who was the better celtic point guard between Rajon Rondo, Isaiah Thomas, Kyrie Irving, Marcus Smart, and Kemba Walker. Breaks down why Michael Jordan needed Scottie Pippen. Paul Pierce and Dwayne Wade debate.
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Villanova Radio: What happened with Caleb Williams and Christian Bliss. Who's next for Villanova
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40:32Leader Johnson talks Villanova basketball recruiting.
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Optimizing Performance with Nutrition: A Deep Dive with Joel Tortoro, Full-Time Dietitian for the New England Patriots & Director of Sports Science for Thorne Supplements. EP 007
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1:11:01Send us a text This week's episode of the Stephen McCain podcast is all about optimizing performance with nutrition. My guest is Joel Tortoro. Joel is a registered dietitian and Director of Sports Science at Thorne. He oversees human performance integration with Thorne's sports partners and serves as a liaison to the medical affairs, research and d…
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