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Sean McCormick
Optimal Performance is the podcast all about taking your mental and physical performance to the next level. Whether it's through nootropics, cutting-edge biohacking techniques, or adjusting your approach to nutrition and fitness, we'll have the best minds in the industry on to talk about how you can achieve optimal performance in all areas of your life.
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Ultimate Bone Broth Bible with Justin Mares of Kettle & Fire

Ultimate Bone Broth Bible with Justin Mares of Kettle & Fire

Everything you need to know about Bone Broth. Kettle and Fire co-founder Justin Mares explains the benefits of bone broth, how to make bone broth at home helps us create your Ultimate Bone Broth Bible.
51:4616/06/2016
How to Quickly Become An Expert at Anything with Grand Master Mattias Ribbing

How to Quickly Become An Expert at Anything with Grand Master Mattias Ribbing

Mattias Ribbing is a Memory Grand Master and has been named one of the Top 100 minds of all time. The good news for us...he's not a natural! He started training at 29 and he shares his methods for enhanced learning & how to become an expert faster.
47:4909/06/2016
Caveman Coffee Live at Paleo f(x): How To Live The Pirate Life

Caveman Coffee Live at Paleo f(x): How To Live The Pirate Life

Recorded live at Paleo f(x), Tait Fletcher, Keith Jardine and Lacie Mackey of Caveman Coffee talk coffee, personal responsibility and how their ''Pirate Life Code'' is empowering others to captain their own lives.
01:52:5001/06/2016
Joel Salatin: The Surprising Truth About Agriculture and Money

Joel Salatin: The Surprising Truth About Agriculture and Money

Beyond organic and grass-fed farmer Joel Salatin revels the surprising truth about agriculture, government control and regulations, & how he has pioneered a polyculture farming system that is revolutionizing the financial climate of the farming industry.
01:23:2025/05/2016
Neuroplasticity: Brain HQ's Dr. Michael Merzenich  Train Your Brain & Be Smarter

Neuroplasticity: Brain HQ's Dr. Michael Merzenich Train Your Brain & Be Smarter

Think faster. Focus better. Remember more. Become a better driver. Neuroscientist Michael Merzenich founded Brain HQ, wrote the book Soft-Wired and explains how we can use neuroplasticity and brain training to create the brain and life we want.
55:0318/05/2016
Burn More Fat: Mark Sisson on Becoming A Fat-Burning Beast

Burn More Fat: Mark Sisson on Becoming A Fat-Burning Beast

Ancestral health leader and founder of Primal Kitchen foods Mark Sisson is on the OPP to talk about becoming fat-adapted, being a fat burning beast, increasing mitochondria and how to train to increase your fitness and enjoy your life.
01:02:2812/05/2016
Why It's Impossible To Be A Vegetarian: Interview with Andrew Smith

Why It's Impossible To Be A Vegetarian: Interview with Andrew Smith

Andrew Smith's article ''Why It's Impossible To Actually Be A Vegetarian'' challenged moral defenses of vegetarianism, and went viral last week. He shares the full story and explains the research, science, and logic behind his arguments in this interview.
46:4804/05/2016
Top 8 Predictive Biomarkers For Lifetime Health w/ Dr. Russel Jaffe

Top 8 Predictive Biomarkers For Lifetime Health w/ Dr. Russel Jaffe

World-renowned health expert Dr. Russell Jaffe reveals the most important 8 predictive biomarkers you need to monitor to ensure lifelong health and wellness. We cover blood sugar, A1c, oxidative stress, morning urine pH and 21st Century Toxins.
01:23:2627/04/2016
Mind Altering Parasites & Bile For Fat Absorption with Ann Louise Gittlemna

Mind Altering Parasites & Bile For Fat Absorption with Ann Louise Gittlemna

New York Times best-selling author of The Fat Flush and internationally renowned pioneer in nutrition and holistic health, Ann Louise Gittleman brings her cutting edge dietary acumen to the OPP for a great show on digestion, bile, parasites, & omega-7's.
48:0420/04/2016
Brain's Failure To Regulate Itself Source of Human Struggle with Holosync Creator Bill Harriss

Brain's Failure To Regulate Itself Source of Human Struggle with Holosync Creator Bill Harriss

Bill Harris is the creator of Holosync, the most powerful self improvement, brain enhancement and stress-relief tool in the world. Learn how you can master your mind, create more awareness and how that awareness leads to choice and happiness.
01:08:1015/04/2016
Changing Food & Farming Industries with EPIC Co-Founder Taylor Collins:

Changing Food & Farming Industries with EPIC Co-Founder Taylor Collins:

Guest Taylor Collins, co-founder of EPIC Bars, talks about grass-fed ranching, General Mills acquisition of EPIC and how he hopes to use this merger with ''big food'' to lead the grass-fed food and farming movements to change industrial agriculture.
44:1707/04/2016
Showering With Bacteria Is The Future Of Hygiene  Mother Dirt

Showering With Bacteria Is The Future Of Hygiene Mother Dirt

Mother Dirt's Jasmina Aganovic explains our skin microbiome, how modern personal care products harm our skin and why bacteria sprays are the future of hygiene.
43:2523/03/2016
The Future Of Natural Foods, Supplements, and Nootropics

The Future Of Natural Foods, Supplements, and Nootropics

Natural Stacks co-founder Roy Krebs helps us recap last week's record setting Natural Products Expo West 2016 and we look some of our favorite brands, products and people as well as the future of the natural foods, supplement and nootropics industries.
01:03:1717/03/2016
Increasing Lifespan with Anti-Aging Scientist Dr. Bill Andrews

Increasing Lifespan with Anti-Aging Scientist Dr. Bill Andrews

Cancer and anti-aging researcher Dr. Bill Andrews reveals the secrets to slow down aging, protect telomere length, resist disease, cure cancer and live longer. The question is, would you pay $2 Million for an injection that could turn back the clock on your cellular machinery and help you live longer?
48:5809/03/2016
Can Psychedelics Boost Cognition?

Can Psychedelics Boost Cognition?

Kevin Johnson of Zero Gravity Institute shares his biohacking and mind enhancing insights from more than 30 years of floating, psychedelics, and consciousness exploration. DMT, Mushrooms and more...
01:06:3602/03/2016
Boost Focus Immediately with Music (Backed by Neuroscience)

Boost Focus Immediately with Music (Backed by Neuroscience)

Still listening to Pandora or Spotify while working? It's time to upgrade to Brainfm for music backed by neuroscience. Brainfm is music that noticeably - and measurably - improves focus, reduces stress, or promotes sleep within 10 minutes.
01:21:3625/02/2016
The Truth About Addictions, Habits and How To Make Change

The Truth About Addictions, Habits and How To Make Change

Psychologist Dr. Amy Johnson, author of The Little Book of Big Change, joins us to explain the truth about our addictions, habits and how to make change.
36:4619/02/2016
4 Tips To Improve Your Memory with World Champion Alex Mullen

4 Tips To Improve Your Memory with World Champion Alex Mullen

He can memorize the order of a deck of cards in 17 seconds, he holds the World Record for memorizing 3,029 digits in an hour, he's the 1st American to claim the title of Memory World Champion...and he's only 23! Alex Mullen joins us on Episode 37 of the Optimal Performance Podcast to share his strategies you you can improve your memory.
47:3210/02/2016
Memory Master Luis Angel: How To Memorize Anything

Memory Master Luis Angel: How To Memorize Anything

Discover the secrets of a Memory Champion, sharpen your mind and learn how to memorize anything with these tips from Memory Master and Winner of FOX's SuperHuman TV show Luis Angel.
36:2128/01/2016
How Your Biology Dictates Choices Like Behavior and Interests

How Your Biology Dictates Choices Like Behavior and Interests

Neuroscientist Patricia Churchland explains how your biology dictates choices like behavior and interests on Episode 34 of the Optimal Performance Podcast. She also includes 3 simple and fun tips to help us optimize our brains!
52:0713/01/2016
How Navy SEALS Are Using Float Tanks To Treat Concussions

How Navy SEALS Are Using Float Tanks To Treat Concussions

Retired Navy SEALs Jeff Nichols and Alex Oliver are at the forefront of concussion treatment, using sensory deprivation, or float tanks, to help rewire the brain, treat concussion symptoms, and accelerate learning.
57:4706/01/2016
This Magnesium Reverses Brain Aging and Combats Cognitive Decline With Dr. Jennifer Gu

This Magnesium Reverses Brain Aging and Combats Cognitive Decline With Dr. Jennifer Gu

The only magnesium to cross the blood brain barrier, MagTein can reverse the aging process, lower brain age by 9 years, restore lost executive function, and increase synapse density in as little as 2-4 weeks.
41:2230/12/2015
How Orgasmic Meditation Deepens Connections and Improves Relationships

How Orgasmic Meditation Deepens Connections and Improves Relationships

Increase connection, flow, vitality, and mindfulness all while mastering orgasm. That's what One Taste's Eli Block is here to explain with Orgasmic Meditation on Episode 31 of the Optimal Performance Podcast.
58:0024/12/2015
Olympian Dr. Josh Binstock: Create Your Future with Visualization

Olympian Dr. Josh Binstock: Create Your Future with Visualization

Chiropractor and Canadian Olympic volleyball player Dr. Josh Binstock is our guest on Episode #30 of the Optimal Performance Podcast, and he's discussing the importance of a positive mindset, using visualization, dealing with travel and offering chiropractic insights on movement, posture and training.
50:4416/12/2015
Optimizing Dopamine Metabolism with Abelard Lindsay

Optimizing Dopamine Metabolism with Abelard Lindsay

CILTEP creator Abelard Lindsay discusses Dopamine Brain Food, dopamine metabolism and receptors, our habits, and using feedback to live optimal.
47:2509/12/2015
How To Win A Poker World Championship With Martin Jacobson

How To Win A Poker World Championship With Martin Jacobson

2014 World Series of Poker Champion Martin Jacobson discusses following your dreams, trusting yourself, staying patient and positive and how to win it all.
41:4903/12/2015
OPP 027: Ayahuasca with Paleo Fx Co-Founder Keith Norris

OPP 027: Ayahuasca with Paleo Fx Co-Founder Keith Norris

Paleo FX co-founder Keith Norris is on the Optimal Performance Podcast to discuss ayahuasca ceremonies, self-exploration & personal development, emotional resiliency and creativity.
52:4225/11/2015
OPP 026: American Ninja Warrior Finalist David Yarter

OPP 026: American Ninja Warrior Finalist David Yarter

American Ninja Warrior Finalist David Yarter joins the Optimal Performance Podcast to discuss obstacle course training, self-improvement, mentally preparing for the unknown, and finding your flow state when the stakes are high.
47:0519/11/2015
OPP 025: [EXPLICIT] Andy Dick on Recovery, Sobriety, and Happiness

OPP 025: [EXPLICIT] Andy Dick on Recovery, Sobriety, and Happiness

As he approaches 1 year sober, Andy Dick is healthy, happy, and thriving. His passion for comedy and acting is rejuvenated and he's on the Optimal Performance Podcast to share his message of recovery, holistic health, battling demons, and living life on your own terms.
50:5813/11/2015
OPP 024: Business and Entrepreneurship with Crossfit Kapaa

OPP 024: Business and Entrepreneurship with Crossfit Kapaa

Crossfit Kapaa owners Charlotte Psaila and Corey Miller join us on Episode 24 of the Optimal Performance Podcast to discuss owning a Crossfit box, the realities of running a business, the shot of tequila theory, personality tests, and inspiring young entrepreneurs.
50:2505/11/2015
OPP 023: Former NFL Star Eddie Williams of Ex Nihilo Health

OPP 023: Former NFL Star Eddie Williams of Ex Nihilo Health

The Latin phrase Ex Nihilo, meaning ''out of nothing'', summarizes retired football player Eddie Williams rise to success and his approach to optimal health.
48:2828/10/2015
OPP 022: Abelard Lindsay on Serotonin Brain Food

OPP 022: Abelard Lindsay on Serotonin Brain Food

Serotonin Brain Food creator Abelard Lindsay discusses our brain's neurotransmitters, optimizing mood, productivity and how to use Serotonin Brain food.
51:1322/10/2015
OPP 021: Health Benefits of Cannibis & CBD Oil

OPP 021: Health Benefits of Cannibis & CBD Oil

Brandon Nolte of Healthy Hemp oils discusses the health benefits of Cannabis and CBD Oil and how they can help you reduce stress & optimize performance.
32:1614/10/2015
OPP 020: Ryan Lee on Balance, Productivity & Speed Reading

OPP 020: Ryan Lee on Balance, Productivity & Speed Reading

Ryan Lee is a leading lifestyle entrepreneur. Founder of Freedym Lifestyle, Ryan was one of the first online fitness coaches and this week he's on the Optimal Performance Podcast to share knowledge on using diet to control auto-immune disorders, finding balance between work and play, beating stress, speed reading, building relationships and more!
43:0607/10/2015
OPP 019: Crosby Tailor on Chinese Medicine, Herbs, and Eating Dessert To Burn Fat

OPP 019: Crosby Tailor on Chinese Medicine, Herbs, and Eating Dessert To Burn Fat

Health coach and lifestyle educator Crosby Tailor is our guest on the Optimal Performance Podcast this week and he's dropping knowledge on Chinese herbal medicine, healthy deserts, mindfulness, and how he became the ''Cookie Genius''.
01:11:2630/09/2015
OPP 018: The Perfect Health Diet with Paul Jaminet

OPP 018: The Perfect Health Diet with Paul Jaminet

Harvard astro-physicist Paul Jaminet is our guest this week on the Optimal Performance Podcast to discuss his book The Perfect Health Diet. Were digging deep into specific amounts of each food group, what to avoid, and even get into some light hacks to optimize your performance.
01:02:3323/09/2015
OPP 017: Ryan Hurd on Lucid Dreaming, Visualization & Galantamine

OPP 017: Ryan Hurd on Lucid Dreaming, Visualization & Galantamine

Ryan Hurd is a dream researcher, talking lucid dreaming, sleep staging and visualization techniques so you can achieve even more during your waking hours.
46:4216/09/2015
OPP 16: Dr Rhonda Patrick on Inflammation, Modafinil & Sensory Deprivation

OPP 16: Dr Rhonda Patrick on Inflammation, Modafinil & Sensory Deprivation

We're privileged to bring you an interview with Dr. Rhonda Patrick for the 16th episode of the Optimal Performance Podcast. Dr. Patrick is renowned for her work on aging & longevity, metabolism, neurodegenerative disease and the role of micronutrients in the diet. In this special episode we discuss inflammation, anti-nutrients, genetic testing, her views on Modafinil and other powerful drugs, meditation, sensory deprivation and more. Don't miss this one!
01:11:3209/09/2015
OPP 15: Mark Divine on Box Breathing, Warrior Yoga and Training SEALs

OPP 15: Mark Divine on Box Breathing, Warrior Yoga and Training SEALs

Mark Divine, former Navy Seal Commander and founder of SEALFIT, joins us to talk about how to create an unbeatable mind, training body & mind like Navy SEALs do, and tactics you can use to perform at your peak in any situation.
48:0802/09/2015
OPP 013: The Best Type of Protein with Dr. Matt Bergeson

OPP 013: The Best Type of Protein with Dr. Matt Bergeson

Dr. Matt Bergeson joins us for Episode 13 of the Optimal Performance Podcast. Dr. Matt is a chiropractor, message therapist, Natural Stacks team-member and he's about to drop some knowledge bombs on natural care, protein, healthy cooking methods and deer antler sprays!
40:0020/08/2015
OPP 012: Ashley Merryman  Science Of Winning and Losing

OPP 012: Ashley Merryman Science Of Winning and Losing

Ashley Merryman wrote New York Times best-seller Top Dog: The Science of Winning & Losing. She's on OPP talking competition, handling stress & learning from failure.
48:3813/08/2015
OPP 011: Skincare & Biohacking with Andy Hnilo

OPP 011: Skincare & Biohacking with Andy Hnilo

Alitura Naturals founder Andy Hnilo discusses the importance of skincare, gratitude and recovery on Episode 11 of the Optimal Performance Podcast.
56:5406/08/2015
OPP 010: Vitamin C and HRV with Dr. Mike T Nelson

OPP 010: Vitamin C and HRV with Dr. Mike T Nelson

Dr. Mike T Nelson discusses the importance of Vitamin C, Heart Rate Variability (HRV) and more on Episode 10 of the Optimal Performance Podcast.
01:12:5530/07/2015
OPP 009: Mitochondria and Longevity with Ben Greenfield

OPP 009: Mitochondria and Longevity with Ben Greenfield

Ben Greenfield is a world class endurance athlete, fitness model, fitness coach and bio-hacking expert! He joins the Optimal Performance Podcast to discuss ancestral eating, performance nutrition, increasing mitochondrial function, longevity and more.
40:1223/07/2015
OPP 008: Nootropics and Ambition with Joe Cohen

OPP 008: Nootropics and Ambition with Joe Cohen

Joe Cohen, the bio-hacking authority behind selfhacked.com is our guest on Episode 008 of the Optimal Performance Podcast talking nootropics and more.
01:03:1315/07/2015
OPP 007: Thyroid Health, Autoimmune Disease and Blood Testing with Dr Alexis Shields

OPP 007: Thyroid Health, Autoimmune Disease and Blood Testing with Dr Alexis Shields

Naturopathic Doctor Alexis Shields is our guest on Episode 007 of the Optimal Performance Podcast. Tune in to hear why your thyroid health is critical to your performance. Dr Alexis Shields is a functional medicine doctor who knows the importance of performing at the highest level, and spends her days helping people bridge the gap from normal to optimal. On this episode of the OPP, shell help us optimize our thyroid, recover faster, increase our metabolism, and get more out of life!
51:2808/07/2015
OPP 006: Original Strength Training, Primal Movement, and Crawling with Tim Anderson

OPP 006: Original Strength Training, Primal Movement, and Crawling with Tim Anderson

Tim Anderson of Original Strength drops by the Optimal Performance Podcast this week to discuss human movement patterns, crawling, fixing pain and creating master movers.
41:2702/07/2015
OPP 005: Nutrition, Fasting and Recipes with Fitness Model Brittany Leeb

OPP 005: Nutrition, Fasting and Recipes with Fitness Model Brittany Leeb

Our guest on Episode 005 of the Optimal Performance podcast is fitness model, nutrition coach and Natural Stacks athlete Brittany Leeb. Don't miss Brittany sharing her insights on healthy recipes, Intermittent Fasting for women, CILTEP as a pre workout and much more!
43:4325/06/2015
Optimal Performance Podcast 004: Sean McCormick of Float Seattle

Optimal Performance Podcast 004: Sean McCormick of Float Seattle

Sean McCormick from Float Seattle joins us on the Optimal Performance podcast to discuss floating, sensory deprivation, nootropics, meditation and more.
51:3418/06/2015
OPP 003: Samuel Shaw of TNA Wrestling on recovery, fat loss tips and bio-hacking.

OPP 003: Samuel Shaw of TNA Wrestling on recovery, fat loss tips and bio-hacking.

TNA Wrestler and NPC bodybuilder Samuel Shaw talks recovery, diet, fat loss tips, and bio-hacking with host Ryan Munsey on the Optimal Performance podcast.
35:1611/06/2015