Host: Sarah Nagle
Guests: Brett Tom, SVP of Industrial Design at WHOOP
Original Air Date (Re-Air): Season 2 Premiere January 21, 2025
Re-Air Date: May 13, 2025

Episode Summary:
This week, we’re rewinding to one of our most talked-about episodes — the Season 2 premiere featuring WHOOP, the AI-powered health companion redefining performance, recovery, and personal wellness. We're bringing it back now for good reason: WHOOP 5.0 has just launched — and it's a game-changer.

In this episode, you’ll hear from Brett Tom, SVP of Industrial Design at WHOOP, as we explore how WHOOP evolved from elite athlete tech into a powerful wellness companion for everyday users. We also imagine a world where your WHOOP could actually talk back, thanks to Vurbs — AI-powered brand companions built to guide, motivate, and personalize your experience.

Whether you’re a longtime WHOOP user or just curious about what AI-enhanced health tracking looks like, this episode dives deep into the design, innovation, and future of wearable wellness.

Why This Episode Matters Now:

WHOOP 5.0 is more than an upgrade — it’s a major evolution in both hardware and software:

• Smaller & faster tracker with 14-day battery life
• New WHOOP MG (medical-grade) model with EKG capabilities
• Wireless charging pack with 30 additional days of power
• Revamped app experience with improved Sleep Score, haptic alarms & bedtime tips
• New features like Healthspan, blood pressure estimates, Advanced Labs (blood testing + clinician review), and hormonal insights for women
• Three new subscription tiers: WHOOP One, WHOOP Peak, and WHOOP Life — priced to bring in a wider audience

Next Week:
We’re back with a brand-new episode exploring the AI-powered future of [tease brand/topic if known — otherwise leave as "another product you're already talking to without realizing it"]. Stay tuned.

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