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What if mitochondria weren’t just energy engines — but conscious beings guiding your survival and evolution?

In this episode, Dave Asprey sits down with Zach Bush, MD, to uncover a radical new science of cellular intelligence. Together, they reveal how your mitochondria, microbiome, and genetic memory do far more than support survival—they actively shape consciousness, drive healing, and accelerate human evolution.

You’ll discover why chronic disease, fatigue, brain fog, and emotional trauma often trace back to lost cellular communication—and how restoring that network can unlock radical resilience, deeper energy, and true longevity.

Through the lens of soil health, vibrational biology, light frequencies, and ancient microbial wisdom, Zach Bush shows why the future of biohacking demands reconnection to the deeper intelligence already alive inside you.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How mitochondria act as conscious messengers—not just energy factories—and why that changes everything about health and aging

• Why rebuilding gut microbiome intelligence strengthens immune function, brain health, and emotional resilience

• How disrupted cellular communication fuels chronic inflammation, autoimmune disease, and premature aging

• How emotional trauma imprints onto genetic expression and triggers mitochondrial collapse

• Why viruses and bacteria serve as evolutionary partners—not enemies—and how they upgrade your biology

• How “cellular safety” activates healing, regeneration, and peak human performance

• How carbon cycles, soil health, and light frequencies repair DNA and extend human lifespan

• Simple daily practices that rebuild cellular coherence, boost energy, and reconnect you to your innate intelligence

This conversation will rewire how you think about health, disease, and human potential—giving you the tools to upgrade your biology at the deepest level.

**Check out Zach's exclusive offer for The Human Upgrade listeners at https://intelligenceofnature.com/ and use code ‘DAVE10” for a discount!**

SPONSORS

- ARMRA | Go to https://tryarmra.com/ and use the code DAVE to get 15% off your first order.

- Apollo Neuro | To get an Apollo wearable, go to https://apolloneuro.com/Dave and save 15%.

Resources:

Dave Asprey’s New Book - Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated/

Zach’s Website – https://zachbushmd.com/

Zach’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/zachbushmd/?hl=en

2025 Biohacking Conference: https://biohackingconference.com/2025

Danger Coffee: https://dangercoffee.com

Dave Asprey’s Website: https://daveasprey.com

Dave Asprey’s Linktree: https://linktr.ee/daveasprey

Upgrade Collective – Join The Human Upgrade Podcast Live: https://www.ourupgradecollective.com

Own an Upgrade Labs: https://ownanupgradelabs.com

Upgrade Labs: https://upgradelabs.com

40 Years of Zen – Neurofeedback Training for Advanced Cognitive Enhancement: https://40yearsofzen.com

Timestamps:

00:00 Trailer

00:52 Intro: Microbiome and Human Connection

03:07 Microbiome’s Role in Nutrition and Health

05:48 Chemical Farming’s Impact on Soil and Health

09:23 Mitochondria and Cellular Communication

26:00 Viruses, Exosomes, and Evolution

34:36 The Observer Effect and Reality

40:08 Tech vs. Nature in Healing

41:04 Light, Mitochondria, and Cellular Energy

42:01 Choosing Tech or Natural Regeneration

43:44 The Miracle of Life and Human Potential

45:05 Healing Generational Trauma

47:38 Shamanic States and Connection

01:05:48 Sacred Geometry and Group Healing

01:12:48 Rational vs. Mystical Perspectives

01:14:52 Finding Common Ground

01:15:10 Inside the Supplement Room

01:15:47 Emerging Tech in Biohacking

01:15:58 Non-Tech Health Upgrades

01:16:11 Stem Cell Concerns and Cautions

01:17:31 Nature Deficit and Health Impacts

01:19:09 Curiosity and Personal Growth

01:20:56 Generational Shifts and Gender

01:24:20 Strengthening Relationships Through Differences

01:28:31 Storytelling’s Power Over Data

01:38:24 Longevity and Embracing Elderhood

01:44:47 Final Thoughts and Future Visions

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Manage episode 479708998 series 1412085
Content provided by Dave Asprey. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Dave Asprey or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

What if mitochondria weren’t just energy engines — but conscious beings guiding your survival and evolution?

In this episode, Dave Asprey sits down with Zach Bush, MD, to uncover a radical new science of cellular intelligence. Together, they reveal how your mitochondria, microbiome, and genetic memory do far more than support survival—they actively shape consciousness, drive healing, and accelerate human evolution.

You’ll discover why chronic disease, fatigue, brain fog, and emotional trauma often trace back to lost cellular communication—and how restoring that network can unlock radical resilience, deeper energy, and true longevity.

Through the lens of soil health, vibrational biology, light frequencies, and ancient microbial wisdom, Zach Bush shows why the future of biohacking demands reconnection to the deeper intelligence already alive inside you.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How mitochondria act as conscious messengers—not just energy factories—and why that changes everything about health and aging

• Why rebuilding gut microbiome intelligence strengthens immune function, brain health, and emotional resilience

• How disrupted cellular communication fuels chronic inflammation, autoimmune disease, and premature aging

• How emotional trauma imprints onto genetic expression and triggers mitochondrial collapse

• Why viruses and bacteria serve as evolutionary partners—not enemies—and how they upgrade your biology

• How “cellular safety” activates healing, regeneration, and peak human performance

• How carbon cycles, soil health, and light frequencies repair DNA and extend human lifespan

• Simple daily practices that rebuild cellular coherence, boost energy, and reconnect you to your innate intelligence

This conversation will rewire how you think about health, disease, and human potential—giving you the tools to upgrade your biology at the deepest level.

**Check out Zach's exclusive offer for The Human Upgrade listeners at https://intelligenceofnature.com/ and use code ‘DAVE10” for a discount!**

SPONSORS

- ARMRA | Go to https://tryarmra.com/ and use the code DAVE to get 15% off your first order.

- Apollo Neuro | To get an Apollo wearable, go to https://apolloneuro.com/Dave and save 15%.

Resources:

Dave Asprey’s New Book - Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated/

Zach’s Website – https://zachbushmd.com/

Zach’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/zachbushmd/?hl=en

2025 Biohacking Conference: https://biohackingconference.com/2025

Danger Coffee: https://dangercoffee.com

Dave Asprey’s Website: https://daveasprey.com

Dave Asprey’s Linktree: https://linktr.ee/daveasprey

Upgrade Collective – Join The Human Upgrade Podcast Live: https://www.ourupgradecollective.com

Own an Upgrade Labs: https://ownanupgradelabs.com

Upgrade Labs: https://upgradelabs.com

40 Years of Zen – Neurofeedback Training for Advanced Cognitive Enhancement: https://40yearsofzen.com

Timestamps:

00:00 Trailer

00:52 Intro: Microbiome and Human Connection

03:07 Microbiome’s Role in Nutrition and Health

05:48 Chemical Farming’s Impact on Soil and Health

09:23 Mitochondria and Cellular Communication

26:00 Viruses, Exosomes, and Evolution

34:36 The Observer Effect and Reality

40:08 Tech vs. Nature in Healing

41:04 Light, Mitochondria, and Cellular Energy

42:01 Choosing Tech or Natural Regeneration

43:44 The Miracle of Life and Human Potential

45:05 Healing Generational Trauma

47:38 Shamanic States and Connection

01:05:48 Sacred Geometry and Group Healing

01:12:48 Rational vs. Mystical Perspectives

01:14:52 Finding Common Ground

01:15:10 Inside the Supplement Room

01:15:47 Emerging Tech in Biohacking

01:15:58 Non-Tech Health Upgrades

01:16:11 Stem Cell Concerns and Cautions

01:17:31 Nature Deficit and Health Impacts

01:19:09 Curiosity and Personal Growth

01:20:56 Generational Shifts and Gender

01:24:20 Strengthening Relationships Through Differences

01:28:31 Storytelling’s Power Over Data

01:38:24 Longevity and Embracing Elderhood

01:44:47 Final Thoughts and Future Visions

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  continue reading

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