Smarter Not Harder Podcast

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, host Boomer Anderson is joined by guest James Hewitt to give one-cent solutions to life’s $64,000 questions that include:

• How can the principles of athletic training and discipline be integrated into knowledge work to achieve peak productivity without burnout?
• What strategies can knowledge workers implement to combat challenges like prolonged work durations, high task intensity, and frequent interruptions, and how can they optimize their performance by aligning task difficulty with their natural energy fluctuations throughout the day?
• Why are self-compassion and health awareness crucial for high performers, and how can individuals balance ambition with self-care to achieve professional mastery and personal wellness?

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, host Dr. Scott Sherr is joined by guest Dr. Michael Twyman to give one-cent solutions to life’s $64,000 questions that include:

• What are the roles of the endothelium and the glycocalyx in cardiovascular health and how can their function be optimized to prevent heart disease and manage blood pressure?
• How do advanced diagnostic tools like CT angiograms, magneto cardiography, advanced lipid panels, and genetic testing contribute to personalized medicine in cardiology and the early detection of cardiovascular risk factors?
• What are the lifestyle changes that can significantly influence cardiovascular health, and how can practices such as improving diet, enhancing nitric oxide levels, maintaining a healthy oral microbiome, adjusting light exposure and sleep patterns, and patient education help manage heart health?

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, host Dr. Scott Sherr is joined by guest Dr. Terry Wahls to give one-cent solutions to life’s $64,000 questions that include:

• What is the role of diet and lifestyle changes in managing Multiple Sclerosis symptoms?
• What is the importance of personalized patient histories and environmental factors in tailoring treatments for Multiple Sclerosis?
• What strategies are there for reducing medication dependence for autoimmune conditions, including Multiple Sclerosis, and how does Dr. Wahls suggest transitioning to less aggressive treatment options?

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, host Jodi Duval is joined by guest Dr. Ethan Russo to give one-cent solutions to life’s $64,000 questions that include:

• What is the endocannabinoid system's role in human health and how does it have potential in treating conditions like migraines, fibromyalgia, and irritable bowel syndrome? 
• What is the medicinal potential of lesser-known cannabinoids like CBG and THCV in treating anxiety, specific cancers, and MRSA infections?
• How do lifestyle factors like diet and exercise influence the endocannabinoid system and how can an anti-inflammatory diet and aerobic activity boost endocannabinoid levels?

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, host Boomer Anderson is joined by Dr. Theodore Achacoso, Dr. Scott Sherr, and Jodi Duval to give one-cent solutions to life’s $64,000 questions that include:

• How is the convergence of AI and psychedelic therapy influencing health optimization?
• What role does AI play in analyzing complex health data like metabolomics and epigenetics?
• In what ways could MDMA and other psychedelics transform mental health care, and what role do set, setting, and therapist training play in these therapeutic outcomes?
• What is the significance of health optimization medicine in the shift towards preventative health, and how might it influence the health and wellness industry in the coming year?

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, host Boomer Anderson is joined by Dr. Theodore Achacoso, Dr. Scott Sherr, and Jodi Duval to give one-cent solutions to life’s $64,000 questions that include:

• How is AI, particularly large language models like ChatGPT, transforming the healthcare industry through advancements in medical knowledge, data analysis, and personalized healthcare?

• What are the ethical considerations being raised with the increasing integration of AI in daily life, especially concerning emotional connections with technology, data ownership, and potential over-reliance on AI systems?

• What trends are emerging in the field of data-driven health optimization, and how will evidence-based approaches and data integrity shape the future of personalized medicine and health information management?

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, host Dr. Scott Sherr is joined by guest Patrick Arnold to give one-cent solutions to life’s $64,000 questions that include:

• What are steroids used in sports and bodybuilding, the fear and controversy that surrounds them and what’s Patrick Arnold’s experience in steroid chemistry and the creation of performance-enhancing compounds?
• What are the intricate regulations and controversies surrounding prohormones, particularly the sale and production of androstenedione and its marketing as a supplement due to its resemblance to DHEA?
• What are the potential health impacts and benefits of of ketones, and the role of NAD?

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, host Boomer Anderson is joined by guest Dr. Theodore Achacoso to give one-cent solutions to life’s $64,000 questions that include:

• What is the importance of understanding clinical metabolomics and measuring nutrient levels in the optimization of health, and how does this counter fear-based narratives surrounding multivitamin use and cancer risk?
• How does viewing health and illness at the right level, and understanding the role of vitamins, minerals, and cofactors in cancer treatment challenge conventional wisdom and contribute to a new perspective on health and wellness?
• How can a shift in mindset from the notion that supplements don't work to recognizing their essential role for overall health, as well as the concept of the body as a self-regulating ecosystem, encourage a fresh, informed approach to health?

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, host Dr. Scott Sherr is joined by guest Dr. Jill Carnahan to give one-cent solutions to life’s $64,000 questions that include:

• How does surpassing the toxic load threshold in our bodies lead to health implications, and how is our environment contributing to this toxic load?
• What is the link between a weakened immune system, excessive toxic load, and the development of autoimmune diseases, chronic illnesses, and infections?
• What role does diet play in managing gut health conditions such as Celiac disease, gluten intolerance, and small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO)?

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, host Jodi Duval is joined by guest Dr. Joseph Rosado to give one-cent solutions to life’s $64,000 questions that include:

• How does the history of cannabis and societal perceptions influence its current use and stigma in the medical field?
• What is the significance of the endocannabinoid system, particularly in relation to women's health, and how does cannabis interact with it?
• How does genetic testing influence personalized cannabis treatment, and what role does it play in Dr. Rosado's personal use of cannabis products?

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, host Dr. Scott Sherr is joined by guest Dr. Kris Smith to give one-cent solutions to life’s $64,000 questions that include:

• What is the role of metabolic therapy in the treatment of brain tumors and how does it interact with traditional treatments such as radiation therapy?
• How could a ketogenic diet potentially offer a new pathway in the treatment of brain tumors like glioblastoma, and what factors should be considered due to its variable effects from patient to patient?
• Why is it important to consider individual genetic variations and the impact of lifestyle on brain health, and how can maintaining a healthy lifestyle contribute to better outcomes in brain health?

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, host Boomer Anderson is joined by guest Jodi Duval to give one-cent solutions to life’s $64,000 questions that include:

• What is the history and role of various components of cannabis, including THC, CBD, and other cannabinoids, in medicine, and how does their research into the impact on the endocannabinoid system pave the way for further exploration in the field?
• What is the 'Entourage Effect' and how does the combined effect of different cannabinoids and terpenes found in cannabis, particularly their anti-inflammatory, anti-depressant, neuro-protective, and sedative effects, indicate the vast potential of cannabis in healthcare?
• Why is understanding and measuring endocannabinoid tone, which can impact pain threshold, digestion, mood, and sleep, important and how can genetic testing, symptomology, and tracking be used to assess it? What is the significance of working with a knowledgeable practitioner with medicinal cannabis?