Finding Genius Podcast

What is the real killer when it comes to heart disease? Can the right cardiac testing truly mean the difference between life and death? In today's episode, we are joined by Dr. John Osborne, a Harvard-trained, triple board-certified cardiologist and Co-Founder of ClearCardio, to break it all down…
Dr. Osborne earned his B.S. with honors from Penn State University, his M.D. magna cum laude from Jefferson Medical College, and a Ph.D. in cardiovascular physiology from Thomas Jefferson University. His postdoctoral training at Harvard Medical School and Brigham and Women's Hospital helped shape his expertise in non-invasive cardiology. Board-certified across multiple disciplines, his work focuses on preventive cardiology, metabolic syndrome, and cardiovascular genetics.
Recognized as the American Heart Association's Cardiac Care Provider of the Year and named a Top Doctor multiple times, Dr. Osborne has authored original research papers, book chapters, and delivered hundreds of international presentations. Through ClearCardio, he is advancing proactive cardiac care by integrating AI-powered imaging to detect plaque earlier, quantify risk more precisely, and empower patients before symptoms appear.
In this episode, we dive into:
What actually causes heart attacks and sudden cardiac death.

The role of soft plaque vs calcified plaque in coronary artery disease.

Why many heart attacks happen after a "normal" stress test.

The limits of stents and why they do not necessarily extend longevity.

To learn more about Dr. Osborne and his work with ClearCardio, connect with him on LinkedIn!
🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C 
🛍️ Recommended Books from this Episode
📖 Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease: The Revolutionary, Scientifically Proven, Nutrition-Based Cure – A groundbreaking look at how plant-based nutrition can dramatically improve heart health and even reverse cardiovascular disease. 👉 Get it here
📘 The End of Heart Disease: The Eat to Live Plan to Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease – A research-backed plan focused on nutrition and lifestyle changes to prevent and reverse heart conditions. 👉 Check it out
📙 Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity – A modern, data-driven approach to extending lifespan and improving healthspan through proactive, preventative strategies. 👉 Explore it here
📕 Why We Get Sick: The Hidden Epidemic at the Root of Most Chronic Disease—and How to Fight It – An insightful deep dive into metabolic health and its role in chronic illness, with practical guidance for long-term wellness. 👉 Discover it here
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In today's episode, we are joined by John Goldman, Founder and CEO of Rebel Health Alliance (RHA), a forward-thinking medical practice focused on optimization and longevity, using each individual's unique biology and long-term health goals as the guiding force.
John launched RHA in 2023 to bridge the gap between traditional medicine and proactive, data-driven health optimization. After experiencing personal health challenges like chronic fatigue and brain fog, he became determined to address the root causes that conventional, reactive medicine often overlooks. 
Today, John and his team at Rebel Health Alliance provide a highly personalized approach, leveraging advanced diagnostics, biomarker tracking, and customized medical guidance. This is designed to help busy business owners, executives, and elite athletes enhance performance, extend healthspan, and take control of their long-term well-being.
Hit play to discover:
Why traditional healthcare often fails high performers.

The shift from reactive, disease-focused medicine to proactive health optimization.

How long it takes to get into shape from no conditioning.

Advanced diagnostics and biomarker tracking for precision care.

How to build a long-term plan for peak performance and extended healthspan.

Want to learn how Rebel Health Alliance is redefining healthcare standards in the United States through technology, personalization, and performance-driven care? Join the conversation now!
Follow John on Instagram: @johngoldman__
Follow RHA on Instagram: @rebelhealth
🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C 
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📖 Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity – A deep dive into the science of living longer and better, combining cutting-edge research with practical strategies for optimizing healthspan. 👉 Get it here
📘 The Energy Bus: 10 Rules to Fuel Your Life, Work, and Team with Positive Energy – A powerful, story-driven guide to cultivating positivity, leadership, and purpose in both business and life. 👉 Check it out
📙 Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones – A practical framework for building lasting habits through small, consistent changes that compound over time. 👉 Explore it here
📕 Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams – A fascinating look at the science of sleep and how it impacts performance, health, memory, and longevity. 👉 Discover it here
📗 The Obesity Code: Unlocking the Secrets of Weight Loss – A science-backed approach to understanding metabolism, hormones, and why intermittent fasting may play a key role in weight management. 👉 See it here







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In today's episode, we sit down with Shawn D. Nelson, inventor, entrepreneur, and Founder & CEO of Lovesac. He joins us to share his journey and the hard-earned insights behind his best-selling book, Let Me Save You 25 Years: Mistakes, Miracles, and Lessons from the Lovesac Story. 
Shawn is the visionary behind Lovesac, a NASDAQ-traded furniture company known for its modular "Sactionals" and iconic sac beanbags — a brand that reimagined how people think about furniture, longevity, and design…
Part memoir and part business playbook, Let Me Save You 25 Years is an unfiltered account of a 25-year entrepreneurial rollercoaster. With unapologetic honesty, Shawn shares the wins, the failures, the near-collapses, and the unlikely breakthroughs that shaped Lovesac's evolution. Told through 25 fast-moving micro-chapters, each paired with a sharp, hard-won lesson, the book captures what building a lasting company really looks like behind the scenes.
Jump in to discover:
The origins of Lovesac.

How to approach and survive long-term entrepreneurship. 

What it actually takes to turn a bold idea into a durable brand

Invaluable lessons from Shawn's fascinating journey. 

Want to learn more about Shawn and his impactful wisdom? Listen to his Let Me Save You 25 Years podcast now!
🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C 
Keep up with Shawn D. Nelson socials here:
X: https://x.com/ShawnOfLovesac 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ShawnOfLovesac/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shawnoflovesac/ 
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shawnydlovesac 
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shawnoflovesac 
🛍️ Recommended Books from this Episode
📖 Let Me Save You 25 Years: Mistakes, Miracles, and Lessons from the Lovesac Story – A candid entrepreneurial journey filled with hard-earned lessons, failures, breakthroughs, and real-world business insight. 👉 Get it here
📘 Shoe Dog: A Memoir by the Creator of Nike – Phil Knight's gripping story of building Nike from the ground up, packed with risk, resilience, and bold decision-making. 👉 Check it out
📙 The Hard Thing About Hard Things: Building a Business When There Are No Easy Answers – A brutally honest guide to leadership and entrepreneurship when things get messy, uncertain, and tough. 👉 Explore it here
📕 Zero to One: Notes on Startups, or How to Build the Future – A thought-provoking look at innovation and how to create businesses that go from nothing to something truly groundbreaking. 👉 Discover it here
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Can proper compliance really add millions to your business valuation? In today's episode, we connect with Reuben Mattinson, Founder and CEO of RJM Tax Exemption, to explore what it means to build truly exit-ready operations in the world of ecommerce…
Founded in 2019, RJM was born out of firsthand frustration. When Reuben and his team launched their own ecommerce business in the U.S., they quickly found themselves overwhelmed by IRS rules, registrations, state sales tax collection, and conflicting guidance from lawyers, accountants, banks, and revenue departments. 
After investing significant time untangling the complexity, they realized other sellers were facing the same challenges — and RJM began. What started with just 10 clients has since grown into a global consultancy serving over 5,000 businesses worldwide, helping ecommerce brands stay compliant, scalable, and acquisition-ready.
Hit play to find out:
How Reuben's unique background fuels RJM's mission.

Examples of exit strategies done right and horribly wrong.

How tax readiness impacts valuation and exits.

Reuben's path to entrepreneurship is anything but conventional. After earning degrees in physiotherapy in 2012 and in science teaching in 2013, he began building RJM alongside his studies. In under three years, he scaled the company from infancy into a multi-million-dollar global ecommerce consultancy, achieving #1 Trustpilot ratings in the U.S. by age 30.
Want to learn more about RJM's work? Visit their website now!
🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C
🛍️ Recommended Books from this Episode
📖 Built To Sell: Creating A Business That Can Thrive Without You – A practical guide for entrepreneurs who want to build a company that runs smoothly without their constant involvement — and is attractive to buyers. 👉 Get it here
📘 Tax-Free Wealth: How to Build Massive Wealth by Permanently Lowering Your Taxes – A strategic breakdown of legal tax-saving principles that help business owners and investors grow and preserve wealth. 👉 Check it out
📙 Simple Numbers, Straight Talk, Big Profits!: 4 Keys to Unlock Your Business Potential – A clear and direct guide to understanding the core financial drivers that increase profitability and business performance. 👉 Explore it here
📕 Exit Rich: The 6 P Method to Sell Your Business for Huge Profit – A step-by-step roadmap to increasing business value and preparing for a highly profitable exit. 👉 Discover it here
📗 Financial Intelligence for Entrepreneurs: What You Really Need to Know About the Numbers – An essential resource for understanding financial statements, cash flow, and the metrics that truly matter in business. 👉 See it here
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In this discussion, we dive into the history of hermetic philosophy and other related topics with Prof. Dr. Wouter J. Hanegraaff. As a renowned scholar and Professor of History of Hermetic Philosophy and Related Currents at the University of Amsterdam, Dr. Hanegraaff is a leading expert in Western esotericism – focusing on topics such as the New Age movement, Hermeticism, Renaissance Platonism, and the history of rejected knowledge…
This episode covers:
How Western culture interprets esotericism.

Why studying God is so difficult to do in the realm of academia. 

What hermetic literature is, and what they say about the true nature of reality. 

Dr. Wouter J. Hanegraaff was trained in cultural history and religious studies at the University of Utrecht, where he earned his Ph.D. cum laude in 1995 in New Age Religion and Western Culture. A former president of both the Dutch Society for the Study of Religion and the European Society for the Study of Western Esotericism, he has been a member of the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences since 2006.
To learn more about Dr. Hanegraaff and his writings, you can visit his website.
🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C 
Keep up with Dr. Wouter Hanegraaff socials here:
X: https://x.com/WJHanegraaff 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wjhanegraaff/ 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wouterhanegraaff/?hl=en 
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📖 Esotericism in Western Culture: Counter-Normativity and Rejected Knowledge – An insightful exploration of how esoteric traditions developed in Western culture and why certain forms of knowledge were marginalized or rejected. 👉 Get it here
📘 Western Esotericism: A Guide for the Perplexed (Guides for the Perplexed Book 380) – A clear and structured introduction to the ideas, traditions, and thinkers that shaped Western esoteric philosophy. 👉 Check it out
📙 The Hermetica: The Lost Wisdom of the Pharaohs – A fascinating look into ancient Hermetic texts, revealing timeless spiritual and philosophical teachings rooted in Egyptian tradition. 👉 Explore it here
📕 Hermeticism and the Renaissance: Intellectual History and the Occult in Early Modern Europe – A deep historical study of how Hermetic thought influenced Renaissance philosophy, science, and culture. 👉 Discover it here







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