Smarter Not Harder Podcast

Devices of the Future: Nervous System Shields and Gut Translators

Devices of the Future: Nervous System Shields and Gut Translators

October 8, 2025

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, the HOMeHOPe Faculty gathers for a bold and visionary roundtable on the future of integrative health technologies — imagined, invented, or yet to be built. From nervous system shields to microbiome translators and Star Trek-style diagnostics, this conversation challenges the limits of what healing tools could (and should) be.

Coltrane Lord | From Rage and Shame to Psychedelic Freedom: The Healing Path

Coltrane Lord | From Rage and Shame to Psychedelic Freedom: The Healing Path

October 1, 2025

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, Coltrane Lord joins Boomer Anderson for a soul-expanding and deeply vulnerable conversation about psychedelic healing, feminine trauma, and what it means to reclaim sovereignty in the body through ancient rituals and sacred plant medicines. From MDMA therapy to ayahuasca in the Amazon, Coltrane’s story is one of radical transformation and a call to honor indigenous wisdom and women’s healing in the modern psychedelic movement.

Thong Tanning, Mouth Taping, and Biohacks That Embarrass Our Families

Thong Tanning, Mouth Taping, and Biohacks That Embarrass Our Families

September 24, 2025

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, the HOMeHOPe Faculty comes together for a roundtable conversation exploring the quirky and often embarrassing health practices they’ve experimented with in the pursuit of optimization. From unusual bedtime routines to unconventional supplement regimens, the Faculty share candid stories that highlight both the humor and challenges of living a biohacker’s lifestyle.

Gut-Lung Axis 101: How Microbiomes Shape Respiratory Health

Gut-Lung Axis 101: How Microbiomes Shape Respiratory Health

September 17, 2025

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, Dr. Vivek Lal joins Dr. Scott Sherr for a groundbreaking and eye-opening conversation about the gut-lung axis — the overlooked connection between your microbiome and your ability to breathe, perform, and recover. From inhaled probiotics to AI‑driven lung therapy, this episode bridges clinical science and next‑gen wellness in a way you’ve never heard before.

"Parasite Cleanse," "Boosting," and Other Health Buzzwords We Need to Retire

"Parasite Cleanse," "Boosting," and Other Health Buzzwords We Need to Retire

September 10, 2025

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, the HOMeHOPe Faculty comes together for a roundtable conversation exploring the overused and often misleading words in the health optimization space. With humor and clinical insight, the team critiques buzzwords like “parasite cleanse,” “boost,” and “root cause,” among others, offering practical perspectives on how to reframe them.

Josh Holland | The Shocking Truth About Shoes, Balance & Brain Health

Josh Holland | The Shocking Truth About Shoes, Balance & Brain Health

September 3, 2025

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, Dr. Scott Sherr sits down with performance coach Josh Holland for a mind-blowing deep dive into foot health, balance, and longevity. Most people obsess over biohacks, supplements, and high-tech gear… but almost nobody talks about the foundation of health: your feet. From barefoot training and toe strength to floor sitting, proprioception, and play, Josh reveals why your feet are the ultimate biohack for both lifespan and healthspan.

The Strangest Health Questions Doctors Actually Get

The Strangest Health Questions Doctors Actually Get

August 27, 2025

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, the HOMeHOPe Faculty comes together for a hilarious and eye-opening roundtable conversation exploring the strangest, funniest, and most surprising health questions they’ve ever received. From wild patient stories to unexpected clinic confessions, this episode blends humor with real-world medical insight.

Dr. Christine Maren | The Gut-Hormone Connection Every Woman Should Know

Dr. Christine Maren | The Gut-Hormone Connection Every Woman Should Know

August 20, 2025

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, Dr. Christine Maren joins Dr. Scott to explore the often-overlooked connections between perimenopause, gut health, and hormone balance. Together, they discuss the estrobolome, how to effectively test and interpret results, strategies to correct imbalances, and a practical framework for nutrient, gut, and hormone optimization.

Are You Tracking Too Much? The Wearable Health Dilemma

Are You Tracking Too Much? The Wearable Health Dilemma

August 13, 2025

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, the HOMeHOPe Faculty comes together for a roundtable conversation exploring the evolving landscape of wearable health technologies. This spirited discussion dives into the science, pitfalls, and possibilities of using wearables like Oura, WHOOP, Eight Sleep, and more to decode personal health and performance.

Dr. Scott Wustenberg | Brain-Based Health: Optimizing Sleep, Breathing, and Neurodevelopment

Dr. Scott Wustenberg | Brain-Based Health: Optimizing Sleep, Breathing, and Neurodevelopment

August 6, 2025

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, Dr. Scott Wustenberg joins Jodi Duval to explore how foundational neurological principles can transform our understanding of supplements, neurodevelopment, and chronic illness. Together, they delve into the brain-centric roots of dysfunction and explore how precise, science-backed interventions — such as neuro-supportive gummies — can optimize outcomes throughout the lifespan.

How Practitioners Recover When They’re “Over It”

How Practitioners Recover When They’re “Over It”

July 30, 2025

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, the HOMeHOPe Faculty comes together for a roundtable conversation exploring what it means to recover when you're emotionally “over it” as a clinician, caregiver, or high-performing human. With raw honesty, laughter, and deeply personal insights, each faculty member shares what burnout feels like for them — and what they actually do to recover.

Dr. Elizabeth Yurth & Dr. Abid Husain | Longevity Doctors Are Fixing What Medicine Got Wrong

Dr. Elizabeth Yurth & Dr. Abid Husain | Longevity Doctors Are Fixing What Medicine Got Wrong

July 23, 2025

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, Dr. Elizabeth Yurth and Dr. Abid Husain join Dr. Scott Sherr to discuss why conventional medicine often overlooks the critical links between joint integrity, cardiovascular screening, and long-term healthspan. Together, they explore collaborative clinical communities, data-driven diagnostic strategies, and rethinking what really causes degeneration — and how to stop it.