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Wegovy

Seems like everyone is looking for the magic weight loss bullet.  Tom tried it. Now you all have to hear about it.

Summary

The conversation revolves around the topic of weight loss and the use of a drug called semaglutide (Ozempic) for this purpose. The hosts discuss the flaws in the political system, the influence of algorithms and targeted advertising, and the potential risks of sharing personal data. They also touch on the pharmaceutical industry’s profit-driven approach and the lack of incentive to conduct studies on off-label uses of drugs. The conversation highlights the complexity of weight loss and the role of genetics, set points, and behavior change. The hosts express skepticism about the long-term effectiveness and safety of the drug, as well as the societal emphasis on appearance and the blame placed on individuals for their weight. They question the ethics of the pharmaceutical industry and the need for a more holistic approach to health and well-being. The conversation explores the challenges of obesity and weight loss, discussing the increasing rates of obesity and the difficulty of maintaining weight loss. The hosts share their personal experiences with weight loss drugs and lifestyle changes. They also discuss the complexities of health and the importance of diet and exercise. The conversation touches on the potential risks and side effects of weight loss drugs and the need for more regulation in the medical field. The hosts express their desire to share their knowledge and help others achieve better health.

Keywords

weight loss, semaglutide, Ozempic, politics, algorithms, targeted advertising, personal data, pharmaceutical industry, off-label use, genetics, set points, behavior change, appearance, blame, ethics, holistic health, obesity, weight loss, weight loss drugs, health, diet, exercise, side effects, regulation, knowledge sharing

Takeaways

The pharmaceutical industry prioritizes profit over curing diseases, leading to a focus on managing symptoms rather than finding permanent solutions.
Weight loss is a complex process influenced by genetics, set points, and behavior change, and cannot be solely attributed to calories in versus calories out.
The use of drugs like semaglutide (Ozempic) for weight loss raises concerns about long-term effectiveness, safety, and the need for behavior change to maintain results.
Society places too much emphasis on appearance and blames individuals for their weight, ignoring the influence of genetics and environmental factors.
A more holistic approach to health and well-being is needed, focusing on overall wellness rather than solely on weight loss. Obesity rates are increasing, and maintaining weight loss is challenging.
Weight loss drugs may have potential risks and side effects.
Diet and exercise are essential for long-term health and weight management.
There is a need for more regulation in the medical field to ensure the safety and effectiveness of weight loss drugs.
Sharing knowledge and experiences can help others achieve better health.

Chapters

00:00 The Profit-Driven Approach of the Pharmaceutical Industry
10:03 The Skepticism Surrounding the Long-Term Effectiveness of Semaglutide
15:14 The Societal Emphasis on Appearance and Blame for Weight
27:16 The Challenges of Obesity and Weight Loss
31:23 The Complexities of Health and the Importance of Diet and Exercise
33:28 The Potential Risks and Side Effects of Weight Loss Drugs
36:01 The Need for Regulation in the Medical Field
51:37 Sharing Knowledge to Help Others Achieve Better Health

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Technology Biases

It seems like we talk about biases all the time.  We’re trying to be more aware of ours, so we dove into a BIG source of bias…religion. Funny we never get hate mail from the atheists.

Summary

The conversation explores the toxicity of religious conversations and the potential downfall of AI. It delves into the biases and limitations of AI and the stoic philosophy. The discussion also touches on the diversity of beliefs and the objections to technology. The concept of a universal connection and the opposition to technology are explored. The conversation highlights the need for technology to work with humans and the shift in perspective. It also discusses the excitement of technology and the exploration of different personalities. The concept of multiple personalities and the need for real conversations are addressed. The application of business course learnings and the nonsensical conversations about AI are discussed. The conversation concludes with the potential of AI in health.

Takeaways

• Religious conversations can be toxic and lead to biased and unproductive discussions.
• AI may face challenges due to biases and limitations, but it has the potential to revolutionize various fields.
• The stoic philosophy emphasizes the importance of focusing on reality rather than emotional reactions.
• The diversity of beliefs and objections to technology can hinder progress and understanding.
• Technology should work with humans and adapt to their needs and perspectives.
• Exploring different personalities and having real conversations can lead to personal growth and understanding.
• AI has the potential to greatly impact healthcare and improve outcomes.

Chapters

00:00 The Toxicity of Religious Conversations
32:20 The Potential Downfall of AI
33:15 The Bias of AI
34:10 The Stoic Philosophy
35:02 The Diversity of Beliefs
35:48 The Objection to Technology
36:09 The Universal Connection
37:26 The Opposition to Technology
38:39 Technology Working with Humans
39:21 The Shift in Perspective
40:15 The Biases in Conversations
41:13 The Excitement of Technology
41:59 The Open-Mindedness Towards Technology
43:19 The Personalization of AI
44:14 The Limitations of Human Interaction
45:18 The Exploration of Different Personalities
46:27 The Concept of Multiple Personalities
47:35 The Conversations with Different Parts of the Self
48:58 The Need for Real Conversations
50:59 The Application of Business Course Learnings
52:28 The Nonsensical Conversations about AI
53:36 The Predictability of Humans
54:07 The Adjustments to AI
55:11 The Potential of AI in Health

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Marni Wandner Ashby

Today’s guest, Marni Wandner Ashby, incorporates the Chinese Five Element System to coach people out of burnout. Of course, Tom couldn’t wait to nerd out with someone other than Matt on a topic.  Marni has an amazing take on incorporating this system into your lives.  Who knew a 3000-year-old system would still be relevant today?  Well, Tom, every other East Asian practitioners worldwide, millions of patients….anyway this modern evolution can help you too!

Summary

The conversation explores the topic of burnout among creative professionals, particularly in the music industry. The guest, Marni Wander, a health and performance coach, discusses the challenges faced by creative professionals, such as perfectionism, overthinking, and high-pressure environments. She emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and finding a balance between pushing oneself and taking care of one’s well-being. Marni introduces the concept of the Chinese five elements and explains how she uses an assessment to identify individuals’ primary and lowest elements. This assessment helps her tailor her coaching approach and guide clients in building resilience and overcoming limitations. In this conversation, Marni Wandner, an East Asian medicine practitioner, discusses the practical application of the Five Elements theory in supporting individuals’ overall well-being. She explains how the Five Elements (Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water) can be used to understand and address imbalances in different aspects of a person’s life. Marni emphasizes the importance of individualized approaches and consistency in creating sustainable changes. She also highlights the need to adapt ancient practices to fit modern lifestyles and the importance of supporting and nurturing one’s natural tendencies.

Keywords

burnout, creative professionals, music industry, perfectionism, overthinking, high-pressure environments, self-awareness, balance, Chinese five elements, assessment, coaching, resilience, limitations, Five Elements theory, East Asian medicine, well-being, imbalances, individualized approaches, consistency, sustainable changes, ancient practices, modern lifestyles, natural tendencies

Takeaways

• Burnout is a common issue among creative professionals, who often face high-pressure and unpredictable environments.
• Self-awareness is crucial in recognizing the signs of burnout and taking steps to prevent it.
• The Chinese five elements assessment can provide insights into an individual’s strengths and weaknesses, helping them develop strategies for self-improvement.
• Finding a balance between pushing oneself and taking care of one’s well-being is essential for long-term success and fulfillment.
• Coaching and support can play a significant role in helping creative professionals manage stress, build resilience, and overcome limitations. The Five Elements theory can be used to understand and address imbalances in different aspects of a person’s life.
• Individualized approaches and consistency are key in creating sustainable changes.
• Adapting ancient practices to fit modern lifestyles is important.
• Supporting and nurturing one’s natural tendencies is crucial for overall well-being

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Apologies
01:49 Guest Introduction and Background
03:02 The Challenges Faced by Creative Professionals
06:01 The Unsustainability of High-Pressure Environments
09:14 Recognizing the Signs of Burnout
12:01 Using the Chinese Five Elements Assessment
20:00 The Importance of Finding Balance
23:15 Integrating the Chinese Five Elements into Coaching
24:27 Pragmatic Approaches to Overcoming Burnout
25:13 Introduction to the Five Elements theory
27:26 Challenges for creatives in implementing practices
29:41 Addressing imbalances in different aspects of life
33:15 The importance of honoring the history of East Asian medicine
36:09 Neuroplasticity exercises for building new pathways
42:44 Supporting and nurturing natural tendencies
48:59 Conclusion and contact information

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Disney’s Frozen Head

How long do we even want to live?  A famous longevity researcher gets $10m to advance the field.  Will they ever be able to thaw Disney’s head?  Do we care?

Summary

The conversation begins with a discussion about a recent trip to Iceland and the unique language and experiences encountered. The hosts then transition to talk about the end of a business accelerator program and the bittersweet feelings associated with it. They delve into the topic of Sinclair’s recent $10 million investment and the challenges of navigating the regulatory landscape in the face of rapid innovation. The conversation explores the need for revenue generation in order to support transformative ideas and the changing dynamics of personal branding. The hosts also touch on the concept of cryogenics and its place in the realm of biohacking. In this conversation, Matt and Tom discuss cryonics and life extension. They explore the concept of cryogenic preservation and the potential for extending human life through scientific advancements. They also discuss the shift from offense to defense in biohacking and the challenges of cryogenic preservation. The possibility of salvaging DNA from extreme cold is considered, as well as the potential benefits of Sinclair’s research. The conversation delves into the idea of cloning and aging acceleration, and the consequences of making deals with the unknown. They emphasize the importance of maintaining a high bullshit meter and discuss the fear of unknown consequences. The conversation concludes with a discussion of personal projects, including Matt’s book on metacognition and multidisciplinary thinking.

Takeaways

• The pace of innovation has outstripped the ability of regulatory systems to keep up, creating challenges for companies and individuals seeking to bring new ideas to market.
• In the current landscape, revenue generation is often necessary to support transformative ideas and ensure their continued development and impact.
• Personal branding plays a significant role in gaining attention and support for innovative ideas, but it is important to evaluate the intentions and credibility of individuals and companies in the space.
• Early biohacking and cryogenics were once considered cutting-edge ideas, highlighting the ever-evolving nature of scientific and technological advancements. Cryonics and life extension are topics of interest and speculation.
• Biohacking has shifted from offense to defense.
• Cryogenic preservation poses challenges and risks.
• Salvaging DNA from extreme cold is a possibility.
• Sinclair’s research has potential benefits for life extension.
• Cloning and aging acceleration are potential future scenarios.
• It is important to be skeptical and maintain a high bullshit meter.
• The fear of unknown consequences is a factor in exploring new technologies and treatments.
• Personal projects, such as writing a book, require dedication and focus.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Iceland Trip
03:46 Goldman Sachs Business Accelerator
05:06 Discussion on Sinclair’s $10 Million Investment
09:03 The Lethargic System and Pace of Innovation
11:12 The Changing Landscape of Innovation
18:06 The Need for a Revenue Source
24:37 The New Yardstick for Evaluating Intentions
30:43 Early Biohacking and Cryogenics
33:37 Exploring Cryonics and Life Extension
35:12 Switch from Offense to Defense in Biohacking
36:05 The Challenges of Cryogenic Preservation
36:50 The Possibility of Salvaging DNA from Extreme Cold
38:11 Speculating on the Future of Life Extension
39:17 The Potential Benefits of Sinclair’s Research
40:07 Cloning and Aging Acceleration
40:50 The Consequences of Making Deals with the Unknown
41:19 Maintaining a High Bullshit Meter
42:05 The Fear of Unknown Consequences
43:26 Speculating on Future Scenarios
44:13 Wrapping Up Personal Projects
45:01 Matt’s Book on Metacognition and Multidisciplinary Thinking

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Leah Marone

Today psychotherapist, Leah Marone joins the show to talk about how her time as a D1 Basketball player helped shape her views as a mental healthcare worker.  Or was it all a ploy by Matt to get Tom a free wellness check?

Summary

In this conversation, Leah Marone, a psychotherapist, discusses her journey from being a Division 1 basketball player to becoming a mental health professional. She talks about the challenges she faced as an athlete and how it has shaped her understanding of mental health. Leah also shares her experiences working with athletes and the importance of connection and energy exchange in therapy. The conversation touches on the evolution of mental health stigma and the need for vulnerability in therapy. They also discuss the impact of technology on mental health and the importance of self-care. In this conversation, Leah Marone discusses the importance of creating space for oneself and others in order to promote mental and emotional well-being. She emphasizes the need for clinicians and leaders to support and meet individuals where they are at, allowing them to explore and uncover parts of themselves that may have been hidden. Leah also highlights the challenges of perfectionism and the importance of finding balance between striving for excellence and nurturing other aspects of life. She shares practical tips and actionable advice for creating daily routines and integrating wellness into one’s culture.

Keywords

mental health, therapy, athletes, connection, energy exchange, stigma, vulnerability, technology, self-care, creating space, mental well-being, emotional well-being, support, perfectionism, balance, daily routines, wellness culture

Takeaways

Athletics can prime individuals for resilience and mental health challenges.
Connection and energy exchange are important in therapy and can be lacking in virtual settings.
Mental health is now seen as maintenance and self-care rather than a sign of weakness.
There is a fine line between labeling and understanding mental health issues.
Technology can both connect and disconnect individuals, impacting mental health.
Vulnerability is crucial in therapy and can help individuals build resilience. Creating space for oneself and others is crucial for mental and emotional well-being.
Clinicians and leaders should support and meet individuals where they are at, allowing them to explore and uncover hidden aspects of themselves.
Finding balance between striving for excellence and nurturing other aspects of life is essential.
Practical tips and actionable advice can help individuals create daily routines and integrate wellness into their culture.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Guest’s Background
02:59 Athletics and Mental Health Challenges
09:46 The Importance of Connection in Therapy
21:38 The Impact of Technology on Mental Health
25:25 Understanding the Fine Line Between Labeling and Understanding
28:11 The Role of Vulnerability in Therapy
29:10 The Power of Creating Space
34:45 Supporting and Meeting Individuals Where They Are At
35:26 Finding Balance: Striving for Excellence vs. Nurturing Other Aspects of Life
46:47 Practical Tips for Creating Daily Routines and Integrating Wellness

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Matt & Tom Talk News

Wait, we really talked about Tommy Bahama? That’s what the AI says, at least. We covered a bunch of health topics that were in the news within the last few days; it seems like there are a dozen new ones every hour.  Is Sinclair’s book Lifespan for real?  There is some skepticism.  Tom’s gearing up to go to a memorial.

Summary

In this conversation, Matt and Tom discuss their love for Tommy Bahama shirts and the nostalgia of 90s movie-themed t-shirts. They also talk about the rise of internet t-shirt companies and the potential of print-on-demand technology. The conversation then shifts to David Sinclair’s health hacks and the skepticism surrounding them. They also discuss the role of AI in healthcare and the influence of the full moon on human behavior. The conversation concludes with a discussion on smoking and its impact on health. In this conversation, Matt and Tom discuss various topics ranging from aromatic oils to virtual reality and cultural references. They also plan a ski trip to California and talk about attending an acupuncture society event to honor their mentor. The conversation highlights the deep connections between martial arts and acupuncture and the importance of carrying on the legacy of their respective fields.

Takeaways

Aromatic oils like the Thieves Blend and Amanita Mascaria have deep cultural and historical significance.
Cultural references to mushrooms and psychedelic experiences can be found in various forms of media.
Planning trips and attending events that honor mentors and connect with like-minded individuals can be fulfilling and inspiring.
The legacy of martial arts and acupuncture is built on dedication, gratitude, and a commitment to continuous learning.

Chapters

00:00 Tommy Bahama
01:13 T-Shirt Collection
02:51 Internet T-Shirts
04:04 Print-on-Demand T-Shirts
06:36 David Sinclair’s Health Hacks
07:51 Debunking Health Hacks
09:08 AI in Healthcare
19:20 The Influence of the Full Moon
25:04 Google’s AI in Healthcare
32:20 Smoking and Health
33:19 Discussing the Thieves Blend and Aromatic Oils
34:00 Virtual Reality and Amanita Mascaria
36:08 Deeply Ingrained Cultural References
38:32 Planning a Ski Trip to California
40:57 Attending an Acupuncture Society Event
42:55 Honoring a Mentor in Acupuncture
45:31 The Legacy of Martial Arts and Acupuncture
47:20 Upcoming Events and Farewell

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