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• Aging Is a Disease—And We Can Cure It: Inside the Vision of Enhanced Games | Dr Aron D'Souza

  Meet Dr. Aron D'Souza, the visionary behind Enhanced Games and a bold new era in human performance. From redefining the limits of sports to challenging how we think about aging, cognition, and enhancement, Dr. D’Souza shares why the future belongs to the enhanced. We dive into the science of superhumans, the race between nations to innovate, and why travel might be the new smoking. This is more than sport—it’s a glimpse into the next stage of human evolution.Chapters:00:00 The Vision of Enhanced Games04:05 The Future of Human Enhancement12:19 The Next Age of Mankind20:21 The Role of AI and Regulation26:48 The Power of Innovation and Market Dynamics30:04 The Journey of Entrepreneurship and Personal Dedication34:37 The Vision Behind Enhanced Games39:21 Extraordinary Sacrifices for Extraordinary Lives42:27 The Enhanced Games: A New Era in Sports46:17 Personal Routines and Cognitive Enhancements52:38 Finding Purpose and Making an Impact Dr Aron D'Souza on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arondsouza/

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• #99 Trends, Tech, and the Future of Community-Driven Fitness | Edward Hertzman

  Meet Edward Hertzman, founder of Athletech Media and the voice behind the fitness industry’s new wave. From building Sourcing Journal to launching the go-to platform for fitness and wellness news, Edward shares how media, investment, and community are reshaping a fast-growing space. We dive into personalization, the rise of Hyrox, and why this fragmented industry finally has a seat at the table.Chapters:00:00 The Impact of a Major Fitness Event03:00 Industry Trends and Innovations06:06 Community and Collaboration in Fitness08:43 Investor Insights and Market Dynamics11:47 Technological Advancements in Wellness14:45 The Future of Health and Fitness24:41 Personalized Experiences in Tech and Branding30:23 Innovations in Fitness and Wellness Products38:06 The Rise of Community in Fitness Events43:01 Reinventing Fitness Brands for the Future46:06 Non-Negotiables for Wellness and Performance

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• #98 Why Cold Plunges Are More Than a Trend — Inside the Ice Bath Industry | Chiel Kraai

  Meet Chiel, wellness entrepreneur and founder behind a fast-growing cold plunge brand, who’s helping shape the future of recovery through contrast therapy and community. From building beautifully designed ice baths to scaling globally and navigating wellness culture, Chiel shares how product, strategy, and stillness are transforming the way we recharge—one plunge at a time.Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Contrast Therapy and Business Insights02:57 The Rise of Ice Bathing and Wim Hof's Influence06:02 Challenges of Scaling a Global Business08:56 Competition and Product Differentiation11:52 Marketing Strategies for Different Markets14:49 Design and Quality as Key Differentiators17:50 Personal Experience and Daily Practices20:39 Future Growth and Market Potential23:42 Innovations in Commercial Ice Bathing26:53 Navigating Complex Regulations in the Wellness Industry27:46 Innovative Product Development and Patents29:33 Exploring Global Trends in Ice Bathing and Recovery32:15 The Rise of Social Wellness Clubs34:51 Opportunities in Offline Connection and Community Building39:11 Personal Journeys: The Decision to Stop Drinking44:59 Prioritizing Sleep for Longevity and Health48:16 Wisdom for Life and Business ImprovementChiel Kraai on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chiel-kraai/?locale=nl_NL

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• #97 From 100+ OrangeTheory Franchises to Prana Living: Fasting, Frequency & Consciousness | Pavel Stuchlik

  Meet Pavel Stuchlik, entrepreneur, DJ, and founder of Upper Aeon, who built over 100 OrangeTheory franchises before stepping away to explore the deeper dimensions of human potential. From running a fitness empire to guiding dark retreats and living on prana, Pavel shares how fasting, frequency, and stillness became his path to inner power.Chapters: 00:00 – From OrangeTheory to Inner Work01:17 – Lessons from Failure & Redefining Success04:00 – First Business & Burning Out08:12 – Building 100+ OrangeTheory Franchises10:37 – Dark Retreats, Fasting & Conscious Tech15:40 – Selling OrangeTheory & Starting Over17:20 – Losing It All & Reinventing Through COVID19:55 – Purpose-Driven Business & Early Spiritual Roots22:55 – Merging Ancient Wisdom with Biohacking Tech25:55 – Darkness Retreats, Frequencies & Finding Clarity28:10 – Designing Transformational Events Like a Template29:50 – Building a Purpose-Driven Franchise for Facilitators32:10 – Life Patterns, Mindset & Healing Through Awareness35:00 – The 4-Phase System: Wake Up, Clean Up, Power Up, Rest38:40 – The ME-WE-BE Model & Levels of Consciousness38:40 – Exploring the Edge: Sundance, Prana & Dark Retreats41:15 – Breath, Dance, Meditation: The BDM Method43:40 – Pranic Living & 25 Days Without Food47:20 – Tech for Consciousness: Apollo, Neurovisor & More52:30 – Finding Balance: Weekly Fasts, Monthly Resets, Yearly DarknessPavel Stuchlik on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pavel.aeon/?hl=en

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• #96 Can Tech Solve Mindfulness? The Science Behind Muse and Modern Meditation | Ariel Garten

  Meet Ariel Garten, neuroscientist and co-founder of Muse, the brain-sensing headband transforming how we approach meditation, focus, and mental wellness. From her early passion for the mind to building one of the most recognized names in neurotechnology, Ariel shares the science behind Muse and how it’s helping people track brain activity, improve habits, and stay calm in a noisy world. This episode explores the intersection of tech, behavior, and mindfulness—and what it means to truly know your own brain.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Muse and Its Founders01:00 Ariel's Journey into Neuroscience and Meditation04:16 The Evolution of Wearable Technology and Brain Health06:48 Insights from Muse Studies and Meditation Benefits07:47 Challenges in Building a Consistent Meditation Practice11:30 Strategies for Developing a Meditation Habit17:10 The Best Times to Meditate and Muse Usage Patterns19:19 The Evolution of Muse Devices and Future Innovations24:24 Introduction to Muse S Athena25:17 Neurofeedback and Brain Training28:40 Heart Rate Variability and Breathing Exercises30:27 Teaching vs. Stimulating: The Approach to HRV32:32 Business Growth and User Engagement35:33 Challenges in Hardware and Software Development40:31 The Future of Brain Health Tracking46:19 Personal Health Routines and PracticesAriel Garten on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arielgarten/?originalSubdomain=ca

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