SuperLife with Darin Olien

• Robyn O'Brien: The War on Clean Food—What Big Ag Doesn’t Want You to Know

  What if the pain you're running from was actually your greatest teacher—and the food on your plate was part of a national security crisis? In this soul-stirring Earth Day conversation, Darin sits down with food activist, author, and resilience icon Robyn O’Brien to explore how our food system is not only making us sick—but also threatening the health of future generations. From surviving public crucifixion as a whistleblower to advocating for systemic change in agriculture and health care, Robyn’s wisdom hits hard. This is about reclaiming your voice, your power, and your plate—because change doesn’t start in Washington. It starts with you.     What You’ll Learn in This Episode: 00:00 – Recording paranoia & Earth Day reflections 01:00 – Robyn’s “no quit” mindset and emotional alchemy 02:30 – Why transitions test our true character 04:05 – Learning to integrate grief instead of bypassing it 06:00 – Why our society values doing over being 07:10 – Returning to love through emotional mastery 08:37 – How Robyn survived public persecution 10:30 – The early crucifixion of a food whistleblower 13:00 – Why pain is a sacred teacher, not an enemy 15:15 – Rebuilding from total burnout and betrayal 16:40 – Finding belonging by belonging to yourself 18:00 – How climate change starts as an inside job 20:00 – Judgment as control—and why curiosity is the answer 21:20 – Why polarization is the real public enemy 23:00 – Bridging divides with grace, not righteousness 25:30 – The food industry’s character assassination campaigns 27:00 – PTSD from public persecution—and parenting through it 29:20 – How pain creates radical inner clarity 30:45 – The real reason we don’t value clean food 32:00 – Self-belonging as the foundation of all change 34:00 – Why real climate work starts within 36:00 – The massive disconnect in U.S. food agencies 38:00 – The youth farming crisis: no one wants to inherit debt 40:00 – Food security IS national security 42:00 – How other countries are winning with better incentives 44:00 – The FDA and Big Pharma: a dangerous marriage 46:00 – Universal health care as the key to prevention 48:30 – What’s really stopping young people from farming 50:00 – Beyond lawsuits: who is building the infrastructure we need? 51:45 – Where philanthropy can create real systemic change 53:00 – State-level action as the real engine of reform 55:00 – The Generation Rx crisis + backbreaking drug costs 57:00 – A new model: restore the soil, restore the nation 59:00 – Every talent matters: from tech to farming 01:01:00 – Food is not just personal—it’s planetary 01:02:00 – You don’t need permission to get involved 01:03:00 – If you’re waiting for change, it’s waiting for you too 01:04:00 – Don’t wait for tragedy to be a changemaker 01:05:00 – What Robyn wants her grandkids to know about her fight 01:07:00 – How to find your people and magnetize your tribe 01:08:00 – The key to a better world? Stop pretending, start listening     Don’t Forget... I just launched my brand new program Superlife Supermind. Visit my website https://superlife.com/ to learn more about how you can get rid of stress, improve sleep and overall health today.     Thank You to Our Sponsor: Our Place: Toxic-free, durable cookware that supports healthy cooking. Use code DARIN for 10% off at fromourplace.com. Therasage: Go to www.therasage.com and use code DARIN at checkout for 15% off     Find More From Robyn O’Brien: Website: robynobrien.com Instagram: @robynobrienusa Book: Seeding Innovation     Connect with Darin Olien: Website: darinolien.com Instagram: @darinolien Book: Fatal Conveniences Products & Programs: superlife.com     Key Takeaway: “Pain is sacred. It strips away what’s false and shows you what matters.” – Robyn O’Brien

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• The Secret to Joy Isn’t What You Think

  What if happiness isn’t something you chase—but something you tune into? In this powerful solo episode, Darin Olien strips away the distractions of modern life to explore the real source of clarity, peace, purpose, and joy. With a raw and contemplative flow, Darin shares his hard-won truths about why success didn’t fulfill him, how pain can become sacred, and why tuning inward is the path to your Super Life. This is more than a motivational pep talk—it’s a deep call to remember who you really are.     Redefining Happiness Let’s start here. Happiness. We’re sold this idea that it’s a destination. That if we just get the right body, the right job, the right relationship — boom — happiness will magically arrive. But the truth I’ve discovered over and over is this: Happiness isn’t an emotion. It’s a frequency. It’s coherence between what you feel, what you do, and who you are. When your internal world matches your external actions — that’s happiness. When your soul and your choices are in agreement — that’s freedom.     Purpose Isn’t What You Do — It’s Who You Are I used to think purpose was this big thing I had to accomplish — something out there on the horizon. But now, I know better. Purpose isn’t just what you do. It’s how you be. It’s the energy you bring into the room. It’s the way you treat people. It’s how you respond when no one’s watching. The SuperLife isn’t about chasing. It’s about tuning in. When you’re aligned with your soul — you don’t need to prove anything. You just live it.     Perspective: From Victim to Creator Here’s a shift that changed everything for me: We are not victims of this life. We are creators of it. The moment we stop outsourcing our joy — waiting for the world to “make us happy” — we begin to reclaim our power. Fear? Becomes fuel. Struggle? Becomes the sculptor. Your life becomes a canvas — and you become the artist.     The Keys to Living Your SuperLife So how do you actually live a SuperLife — from the inside out? 1. Radical Self-Honesty See yourself clearly — no filters, no bullshit. Get real about what’s working… and what’s not. 2. Daily Devotion Not grand gestures. Small, consistent choices. The micro becomes the macro. That’s the game. 3. Community & Reflection Who’s in your orbit? Do they mirror your greatness — or your fear? We rise together or we shrink alone. 4. Clear Energy Inputs Your life is a result of what you consume — not just food, but thoughts, media, environments, people. 5. Soul Dialogue Build an inner life richer than your outer one. That’s where the guidance lives. That’s where your real self is.     The Meaning of Life — and the Illusion of Seeking It Outside You know, I used to ask myself: What’s the meaning of life? Why am I here? I thought maybe I’d find it on a mountaintop, or through success, or in someone else’s approval. But here’s what I know now: Life doesn’t give us meaning. We give life meaning. Meaning is something we create by how we live, how we love, how we grow, how we serve. The trap? Thinking the answer is somewhere “out there.” But chasing the external world is like drinking salt water. It looks like it’ll quench your thirst… but it just leaves you emptier.     Life Reflects You — Always And yet — here’s the twist: The external world is meaningful. Not because it defines you… but because it reflects you. Your relationships, your challenges, even your pain — these are invitations. Mirrors. Life is always showing you where you’re aligned… and where you’re not. Not as punishment — but as clarity.     Pain as a Propeller I’ve felt pain — heartbreak, betrayal, confusion, exhaustion. I’ve stared in the mirror and wondered, What the hell am I doing? But I’ve come to see pain differently. Pain is sacred. It’s a teacher. It strips away what’s false. It shows you what matters. And if you’re willing to feel it — it becomes a propeller. It pushes you to course-correct. To get honest. To get free.     Course-Correcting with Courage You are allowed to change your mind. You are allowed to choose again. You are allowed to leave the path that’s killing your spirit — and walk toward the one that makes you come alive. That’s what living a SuperLife really means. It’s not perfect. It’s not always easy. But it’s real. It’s yours. And it’s waiting for you.     Closing Reflection: Ask Your Soul If you’re confused right now… if you’re overwhelmed or numb… Just stop. Get still. Ask your soul: What’s true for me? What makes me come alive? Don’t ask what’s trending. Don’t ask what will impress the world. Ask what feels aligned. Ask what lights you up. That’s where your SuperLife begins.     What You’ll Learn in This Episode: 00:00 – Welcome + why this might be Darin’s most important message 00:52 – What if happiness isn’t something to achieve—but to tune into? 01:40 – The myth of chasing the right job, body, partner for joy 02:15 – Happiness isn’t an emotion—it’s coherence between soul and action 03:20 – The ego’s tyrannical grip—and how to loosen it 04:45 – When your soul and your choices align, that’s freedom 05:30 – Darin’s reflections on “Down to Earth,” purpose, and surrender 07:00 – This episode is an invitation—not a lecture—to remember 08:00 – The truth: you’re already whole, you just forgot 09:00 – Silence, stillness, and telling the ego to shut up 10:50 – You’re not a victim of life. You’re a co-creator of it. 11:25 – Stop outsourcing your happiness—take your power back 11:55 – Pain as fuel. Struggle as sculptor. Your life is a canvas 13:00 – Forgiveness isn’t about excusing—it’s about reclaiming energy 13:45 – The daily rituals Darin uses to live a Super Life 15:15 – Gratitude isn’t a grand gesture—it’s a clear connection 16:35 – We waste so much energy waiting for the world to change 18:00 – Who’s in your orbit? Do they mirror your greatness? 18:55 – What you consume creates your reality—way beyond food 20:15 – Why the inner world is infinitely more important than the outer 22:10 – From mountaintop quests to silent revelations 23:00 – Serendipity arrives when you get out of your own way 24:40 – Life doesn’t give you meaning—you give life meaning 25:00 – Conscious partnership, real reflection, and loving accountability 26:40 – Pain is sacred. It strips away the false and reveals the truth 28:30 – You are allowed to change. You are allowed to start again 30:00 – Don’t ask what’s trending—ask what makes you feel alive 31:15 – The SuperLife is within you—go investigate it 31:45 – Final thoughts + join the community of Super Lifers     Don’t Forget... I just launched my brand new program Superlife Supermind. Visit my website https://superlife.com/ to learn more about how you can get rid of stress, improve sleep and overall health today.     Find More From Darin Olien: Website: darinolien.com Instagram: @darinolien Book: Fatal Conveniences Wellness Tools: superlife.com   Key Takeaway: "Life doesn’t give us meaning. We give life meaning. And it starts by listening—not to the world, but to your soul." – Darin Olien

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• Dr. Aly Cohen: The 4-Step System to Detox Your Life Without Going Crazy

  What if the products you use every day—your toothpaste, your shampoo, your food containers—were silently hijacking your hormones, damaging your immune system, and passing that disruption on to future generations? In this explosive conversation, Darin sits down with Dr. Aly Cohen, triple board-certified physician and founder of The Smart Human, to unpack the shocking reality of unregulated chemicals in our homes, food, and water. Together, they explore the science behind endocrine disruption, the failures of U.S. chemical policy, and how simple daily swaps can radically reduce your toxic burden. This episode is not about fear—it’s about power. It’s about reclaiming your right to live clean.     What You’ll Learn in This Episode: 00:00 – Welcome to the show + why this episode matters 01:00 – How a red dog toy changed Dr. Aly’s career forever 04:30 – The hidden health hazards in your home right now 06:50 – Endocrine disruptors: the silent chemicals causing massive damage 09:10 – From rheumatology to environmental health warrior 11:15 – Why FDA and EPA aren’t protecting your health 13:40 – How "safe exposure levels" are based on outdated science 16:00 – GRAS loopholes: how chemicals are self-approved in the food system 18:20 – “Fragrance” is a legal disguise for 100+ toxic ingredients 20:00 – Immune dysfunction, infertility, cancer—how hormone mimics wreak havoc\ 23:10 – Her 4 A’s Framework: Assess, Avoid, Add, Allow 26:40 – The autoimmune epidemic + the environmental root cause 29:00 – Frozen organic vs. dirty dozen: the smarter grocery strategy 32:00 – Consistency > perfection: why small swaps matter most 34:30 – Dr. Aly’s top swaps for cleaning, skincare, and cookware 37:00 – PFAS, microplastics, canned food liners, and takeout wrappers 40:10 – The Progresso Soup study that proved behavior change works 43:00 – How to detox without supplements 46:00 – Teaching detox habits to kids through gamification 49:00 – Your genes aren’t your destiny—epigenetics and detox 52:00 – Why we can’t wait for regulations to save us 55:00 – What to travel with: filters, skincare, food prep 59:00 – What shocked Dr. Aly the most in her research 1:02:00 – Final thoughts on resilience, power, and your right to clean living     Don’t Forget... Dr. Aly Cohen’s powerful new book, Detoxify, is out now. It’s a practical, science-backed guide to reducing your exposure to everyday chemicals and boosting your body’s natural detox systems. Grab your copy and take the first step toward a cleaner, stronger, and more resilient you.     Thank You to Our Sponsors: Shakeology – Shakeology-All in One Nutrition: Get 15% off with code SUPERLIFE at Shakeology.com. Our Place: Toxic-free, durable cookware that supports healthy cooking. Use code DARIN for 10% off at fromourplace.com.     Find More From Dr. Aly Cohen: Website: thesmarthuman.com Instagram: @thesmarthuman Book: Detoxify: The Everyday Toxins Harming Your Immune System and How to Defend Against Them     Connect with Darin Olien: Website: darinolien.com Instagram: @darinolien Book: Fatal Conveniences SuperLife Products & Protocols: superlife.com     Key Takeaway: "It’s not about being perfect. It’s about becoming aware—and starting to swap out what’s hurting you every single day." – Dr. Aly Cohen

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• Robby Besner: EMFs Are Real and They’re Wrecking Your Immune System

  What if the invisible forces all around you—Wi-Fi, clothing, sunlight, even your supplements—were shaping your health in ways you never imagined? In this electrifying episode, Darin sits down with Therasage founder and frequency pioneer Robby Besner to unpack the incredible healing power of infrared, natural light, grounding, and vibrational energy—and how manmade EMFs are quietly hijacking our biology. From new tech that embeds supplement frequencies into wearable cards to cold plunges and Faraday canopies, this conversation is a mind-expanding blueprint for how to live in harmony with the energy around you. You’ll never look at your Wi-Fi router—or your T-shirt—the same way again.     What You’ll Learn in This Episode: 00:00 – Welcome + what this episode is really about 02:00 – The hidden history of frequency medicine and ancient energy healing 04:00 – Tesla, Royal Rife, and the suppressed science of vibrational health 06:00 – What red light and infrared therapy really do to your cells 08:00 – Why EMFs are biologically incompatible (and how we got here) 10:00 – Can your body tell the difference between artificial and natural frequencies? 13:00 – What the FCC and FTC don’t want you to know 15:00 – Firefighters vs. cell towers: the lawsuit that revealed too much 17:00 – The shocking rise of electro-sensitivity and immune dysfunction 20:00 – How synthetic clothing is draining your body’s natural energy 23:00 – New tools: frequency cards, holograms, and heart rate variability testing 26:00 – Can a sticker carry the frequency of a supplement? 28:00 – Is your Wi-Fi router slowly destroying your sleep? 31:00 – What you can do right now to reduce EMF stress at home 34:00 – Children, screens, and RF baby monitors: what no one’s warning parents about 36:00 – The problem with “smartifying” our homes and devices 39:00 – Why Western medicine isn’t built to solve this problem 41:00 – The importance of turning off your tech, and tuning into the body 43:00 – Frequency-encoded nutrition: is it the future of supplements? 46:00 – The infrared sauna: ancient therapy meets modern science 49:00 – Cultures that grew up with sauna: longer life, better health 51:00 – The exponential effect of avoiding toxins and applying healing tools 54:00 – Why “just turning off your Wi-Fi” can change your life 56:00 – The illusion of “normal”—how stress is slowly normalized 58:00 – Cold plunges, courage, and breaking limiting beliefs 01:01:00 – Good stress vs. toxic stress: the key to transformation 01:03:00 – Community, coherence, and attracting high-frequency people 01:04:00 – Final thoughts on how to take back your health, one frequency at a time     Don’t Forget... I just launched my brand new program Superlife Supermind. Visit my website https://superlife.com/ to learn more about how you can get rid of stress, improve sleep and overall health today.     Thank You to Our Sponsors: Therasage: Go to www.therasage.com and use code DARIN at checkout for 15% off Bite Toothpaste: Go to trybite.com/DARIN20 or use code DARIN20 for 20% off your first order.     Find More From Robby Besner: Website: therasage.com Instagram: @therasage360     Connect with Darin Olien: Website: darinolien.com Instagram: @darinolien Book: Fatal Conveniences Longevity Tools + Detox Kits: superlife.com   Key Takeaway: "You’re either sprinting toward disease—or stacking subtle habits that make healing inevitable. Frequency is the missing piece." – Robby Besner  

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• Zombie Cells Are Aging You Faster—Here’s How to Kill Them Naturally

  What if aging isn’t inevitable—and you could clear out the cellular garbage that’s holding you back? In this science-packed solo episode, Darin dives deep into the world of senescent cells (aka zombie cells), the silent drivers of chronic inflammation, disease, and aging. You’ll learn about senolytic compounds, powerful botanicals, adaptogens, and common-sense practices that can help your body detox, repair, and rejuvenate at the cellular level.     What You’ll Learn in This Episode: 00:00 – Welcome + sponsor: Thera Sage + intro to PEMF and red light healing 02:15 – What are senescent cells and why should you care? 03:00 – Zombie cells: what they are and how they destroy your health 04:00 – Why some cells refuse to die + how they drive aging 05:00 – Synergetic compounds that help eliminate senescent cells 06:00 – What triggers zombie cell buildup (stress, sleep, food, toxins) 08:00 – The link between processed foods and zombie cell survival 09:00 – Chronic inflammation blocks your body’s cleanup system 10:00 – The real role of mitochondria in clearing zombie cells 11:00 – How antibiotics + pharmaceuticals impair this process 12:00 – Pharma’s interest in senolytic drugs (and why lifestyle wins) 13:00 – Nature’s medicine: adaptogens, botanicals, and medicinal mushrooms 14:00 – Top natural senolytics: quercetin, fisetin, reishi, rhodiola, ashwagandha 16:00 – Consistency > instant fixes when it comes to natural medicine 17:00 – Fasting, autophagy, and the science behind programmed cell death 18:00 – Diet hacks: polyphenols, cruciferous veggies, omega-3s, spirulina 20:00 – Lifestyle reset: exercise, sleep, morning sunlight, and breath 22:00 – Detoxing fatal conveniences: plastics, pesticides, and dirty water 24:00 – How simple choices power up your cell-clearing systems 25:00 – Final message: common sense + science = your Super Life     Thank You to Our Sponsors: Therasage: Go to www.therasage.com and use code DARIN at checkout for 15% off Fatty15: Get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com/DARIN and using code DARIN at checkout.     Connect with Darin Olien: Website: darinolien.com Instagram: @darinolien Book: Fatal Conveniences Platform & Products: superlife.com     Key Takeaway: "The zombie cells aren’t the problem—our daily choices are. And the solution is already in nature." – Darin Olien

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