Freddie Bennett has a fascinating story of highs, all the trappings, tragic loss, devastating lows, and being utterly let down by the traditional "Self Help" industry. Funtime Freddie somehow escaped his downward spiral of drugs and alcohol to becoming a modern day Forest Gump with his endurance pursuits and has truly found his "second mountain". T…

Robb Wolf, the world-renowned nutrition and health expert - known for his bestselling books, top-ranked Podcast, and lectures - joins us to unpack the complexity of deciding what and how to feed the human population. Robb with his former career as a research biochemist, a curious mind, complex problem solving skills and strong debating capability, …

Judy Cho is a nutritional therapy practitioner, nutritional author, and prolific producer of evidence-based nutritional content online. This intelligent women values family, bio-individual health, honest science, and a return to clean ancestrally-consistent nutritional choices. She's comfortable with complexity, but delivers compelling simplicity. …

Ivor Cummins joins us for a part 3 in early Jan 2021 on the COVID response and narrative - this time with a stronger emphasis on the human struggle and emotions associated with being cognitively and societally isolated. This episode is more of a thinking and emphasising discussion, whilst still keeping a firm hand on the technical aspects that peop…

Dr. Clare Craig, an experienced 20 year pathologist veteran within and outside of the NHS, joins us on 30th Dec to talk about a number of key COVID scientific matters that have been significantly been misrepresented in 2020. Expect to hear us cover Asymptomatic Transmission, Case Definition, SAGE, PCR Testing, Lateral Flow Testing, Excess Deaths, H…

Dr. Malcolm Kendrick, long standing NHS GP, Hospital doctor, and Heart Disease Specialist brings his deep-thinking scientific and critical mind to the topic of COVID, Vaccines and the state of medical scientific research. This was recorded on 8th December 2020 - what Matt Hancock pegged as V-Day (the first day COVID vaccines were administered globa…

Geez, I got animated in this discussion. This was one big explosion of uncontrolled and unexpected fireworks! Fans of AdapNation's content, or those that generally are holding in a lot of emotional pain and anguish regarding this COVID-leadership - I suspect this will be both cathartic and energising. The Convo Context: Bryn and I got together to t…

This is a shorter solo podcast, for those interested to know more about the producer of all of AdapNation’s COVID-19 and associated content, and how it’s done. This episode is part confessional, part insight into how I work, and part instructional. It’s great to see our content is helpful and valuable to so many in calibrating their knowledge and p…

We need more genuine conversation on how people are coping and feeling this year. Not the intellectually morally right answer. Not the politically correct or virtuous answer. Not the consensus thoughts and feeling we’ve been told to experience and communicate. Instead we need more real, honest and raw exploration of our complex thoughts that the CO…

Swedish A&E Physician Dr. Sebastian Rushworth joins us to help clear up all the Chinese whispers, claims and debates regarding Sweden’s COVID response and their lifestyle, society, country. After this 1.5h podcast interview, we will once and for all put all this emotional debate on Sweden to rest. Sebastian has been speaking up, mostly to help answ…

Tim Gray, the UK’s leading Biohacker, a psychology specialist, and the founder of UK’s largest alternative health conference called The Health Optimisation Summit joins us to talk about optimising health in 2020. This is timely topic. 2020 has put a finer point on preventive health in a way like never before. BUT, are people pulling away, in a self…

Bryn Jenkins is back on the AdapNation mics, this time to touch on a subject close to most people’s hearts this year (the year of COVID) - how to exercise in a way that helps improve longevity, wellness and a pain free existence. This year has seen a major shift in priorities of gym goers. Losing weight and looking good is still important - because…

Dr Natasha Campbell-McBride is a renowned nutritionist, creator of the GAPS diet, author of several best selling nutritional books, and an advisory board member of Weston A. Price. Whilst being a Medical Doctor, Neurologist and Neurosurgeon by training and prior profession - with a Masters in Medical Science in Neurology and Medical Sciences in Hum…

World-renowned Professor Ben Bikman is a leading expert on fat cell metabolism, metabolic health, insulin resistance, and the affects a dysfunctional metabolism has on healthy immune function. What’s the very best thing you can do to improve your health and those around you? Ensure you and others are Metabolically Healthy and Insulin Sensitive. The…

I keep banging on about it regarding protection against COVID-19… Metabolic Health. Probably the most important concept to grasp in these times is getting in and staying Metabolically Healthy. We see that 96% of all COVID-19 mortality had one or more co-morbidities, with leading health conditions being Diabetes, Hypertension and Obesity. All of whi…

Ivor Cummins is one of the leading voices of reason, science and truth when it comes to this #coronavirus crisis. If you haven’t already, go listen to the hugely popular first COVID-19 conversation with Ivor Cummins (#132) published 1st June. Also, you MUST follow Ivor on Twitter, as he’s an absolute machine when it comes to pumping out the real sc…

Dr Tom O’Bryan helps scientifically unpack two commonly used yet massively misunderstood terms - Inflammation and Oxidisation, and how to think about supporting robust Immune Health during the year of COVID-19. Dr Tom O’Bryan is a 40 year+ holistic practitioner in the US, with a focus on understanding and reversing modern lifestyle diseases. He has…

Dave Cottrell, Mental Health and Mindset Coach, joins us for an open and honest exploration of mental health issues, the raging tribalism we are seeing today, and anxieties worsened by the COVID-19 crisis. Recorded 20th June 2020. Dave is uniquely positioned to have this conversation. Suffering with Bipolar, a menacing mental condition, since his t…

Marta Zaraska, coveted science journalist and author, helps explore the profound effect our social relationships have on our health and longevity. Marta writes for publications including Scientific American, the Atlantic and Washington Post, with her work being consumed the world over and inspiring TV Programs globally. With an obsessional interest…

Jaclyn Dunne went viral in mid March, as she spoke her mind on the COVID-19 Crisis and government actions. One Facebook Live video was watched 2.4 million times, and she woke up one morning to 121,000 followers to her personal page! Why? Because she offered a fresh of breath air. She decided to speak out against a number of illogical inconsistencie…

In this short episode, Steve lays out his science-driven position on the Face Mask Mandates we are seeing across the UK, Europe and many other regions of the world. It's time to challenge the shaming, guilting and scaremongering that comes along with the push to normalise Mask wearing in society. Enough is enough... this anti-science can no longer …

Nikki Edyvane, a technical CBD specialist and qualified complimentary medical practitioner, walks us through what is a true masterclass on the newly discovered Endocannabinoid System and the positive health effects of Cannabidiol (CBD). It turns out that we have an ancient system within our body called the Endocannabinoid System that was only disco…

Alternative Medicine Practitioner Dr. David Minkoff offers up pearls of knowledge and wisdom as it relates to infectious diseases, COVID-19, vaccines, heavy metal toxicity, and improving your defences with nutrition. Dr. David Minkoff is a board certified paediatrician who studied infectious disease and virology, served in a neonatal intensive care…

Molly Galbraith, the face and co-founder of Girls Gone Strong, joins us for a really honest and real-world look into the pressures and challenges women face around their appearance in todays society. More of these conversations are needed, as it brings a voice to many of the struggles women face around their bodies and health. A voice that brings b…

30 year+ Cardiologist Dr. Nadir Ali provides his incredible real-world insight into Heart Disease - garnered from the 1000’s of hearts he has opened up, clients he has returned to health via diet alone, and his own personal health journey. Dr Nadir Ali's credentials and reputation are world-renowned. He Chairs the Dept of Cardiology at Clear Lake R…

Professor David Nutt joins us for a remarkable deep dive into the history, health effects and our long relationship with Alcohol. This is a fascinating historical, scientific and psychological insight into Alcohol use that you simply won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you are an occasional drinker, heavy drinker, or a non-drinker, this episode offer…

It’s time to blow the barn doors off of this COVID-19 mainstream hysteria, anti-science and fear-inducing messaging. Enough’s enough, it’s time to bring in the real science, data and truth to this discussion. It’s time to #FlattenTheFear. Recorded 29th May 2020. To do so, we have the brilliant Irish engineering mind Ivor Cummins on the mics, who wi…

Dr. Cate Shanahan, author of Deep Nutrition, joins us today to talk about the ill effects of PUFA’s, caring for your Connective Tissue, pre and post natal nutrition, and how nutrition effects beauty. Cate knocked me sideways with her seminal book Deep Nutrition, that introduces you to ideas in nature and human physiology that makes so much sense, b…

Kris Gethin - world renowned ‘Biohacker’ and former natural Pro Bodybuilder joins us for a fascinating insight into what the edge of self-optimisation and optimising wellness looks like. Biohacking is a term that is growing in popularity, but still very much a niche idea. In health and wellness circles, it’s an expression of health optimisation wit…

Mark Rippetoe, world-renowned strength & conditioning coach and authority joins us to tackle the matter of Strength Training as you get older, especially after 50 years old. 64 year old Mark, wrote the book on Strength Training - literally! His books, including Starting Strength, is considered the bible in the weight training world, and forms the b…

This gets interesting! Bryn Jenkins joins us again, this time remotely, to explore and reflect on and how Fixed and Growth Mindsets manifest in the weal world, and how it’s unlikely you posses just one or the other. Perhaps over popularised now, many people are quick to label themselves as having a growth mindset - because they are taking some risk…

Bryan Gohl educates us on the whole-body benefits of Red Light Therapy - a promising and scientifically validated technology that is quickly becoming a staple within the daily regimes of wellness enthusiasts. At its essence, Red Light Therapy looks to replicate some of the powerful human benefits of sun exposure, in a shorter more intense session t…

Gain a unique emotional and personal insight into living with a significant mental health disorder, with Psychologist, mental health advocate, and public speaker Jeremiah Osei-Tutu. Recorded 1st April 2020 - We are within a deep and profound crisis - the Coronavirus global pandemic. Modern life has stopped, as we know it. We’re adapting to a very d…

Learn how to strengthen your immune system and be more resilient to ill effects of the SARS CoV2 and other viruses with Dr. Russell Jaffe. 10th April 2020: In this episode, we get a masterclass education on viruses, bacteria, how the immune system works, and the true causes of the COVID-19 pandemic. I do my best to represent you, the listener, with…

20-year ex Vegan and acclaimed author Lierre Keith, joins us to expose the ugly truths about veganism and plant agriculture that we never hear. Lierre breaks down the flawed and misunderstood moral, political and nutritional world views that are so popular in vegan, vegetarian and plant-based advocacy. This is not a witch hunt. Lierre cares so deep…

Dr Jaime Seeman, aka Doctor Fit and Fabulous, who specialises in female health, joins us today for a scientific and personal discussion on why she strongly advocates for an animal-based low carb lifestyle. It’s a fun and informative interview! Jaime is a OBGYN from Nebraska, who has seen tremendous physical and wellness results personally over the …

Kelly Starrett, global mobility and movement extraordinaire, joins us for an incredibly insightful discussion on the significance of taking control of our body function, range of motion, position and recovery. Kelly is the author of the awesome book - Becoming A Supple Leopard, the creator and star of the world-famous MobilityWOD (now called The Re…

This episode will shock you! We have Rebekah Farmer on the show today, who is bravely sharing her lifelong struggle with her body, mind and gut rebelling against her very existence. You name it, Rebekah has had it… it is truly unfathomable just how much biological abuse she endured over 15+ years. Degenerative Disc, Insomnia, Depression, OCD, ADHD,…

Mattias Ribbing, aka Grand Master of Memory, joins us for a fascinating part two on short term memory, productivity and focus. Mattias held the Swedish Memory Champion title for three years in a row, and was internationally named the Grandmaster of Memory. Competing in memory sports, he would do things such as quickly memorising 1060 random digits …

Logan Sneed went from a high school athlete to becoming grade IV terminal brain tumour cancer patient overnight. He had a Glioblastoma the size of an egg in his brain! He was informed that survival was improbable, and at best his life would be permanently altered with his hopes and dreams ripped away from him. He would likely never be able to talk …

Here's something VERY different! Listen to this cinematic podcast episode (audio version of this video) where Steve explains his story and the motivation behind everything we do at AdapNation, including the creation of the unique #BeYourBest Self-Optimisation Journey. As a fan of the AdapNation Podcast, the underlying message here should resonate d…

Negative Funks and Harmful Rumination - I’m not immune to these toxic states and thoughts, even when I know better! I (Steve) keep my guard low on this show generally, and have no issue exposing my struggles and weaknesses for us all to learn from. But, there’s being open and relaxed, and then there is being truly transparent. Completely letting yo…

Keto Muscle Building guru Danny Vega joins us for a part two on Keto, but this time the focus is on maximally building muscle whilst on a ketogenic diet. Danny first joined us on the show in Episode 108, where we laid down the Keto knowledge, definitions and life benefits from taking a low carb and nose-to-tail approach to nutrition. In this episod…

Mattias Ribbing, aka Grand Master of Memory, walks us through his most powerful techniques and concepts behind developing a strong memory, that in turn optimises learning and super charges our ability to understand. Mattias held the Swedish Memory Champion title for three years in a role, and was internationally named the Grandmaster of Memory. Com…

Learn Menno’s definitive guide to weight training programme design in the densely packed episode. Menno Henselmans is one of the few popular voices in muscle building and fat loss that speaks from a truly evidence-based standpoint, is not dogmatic, and has also walked the walk. Menno is know for many things, including his support of the sciences, h…

Joe DeFranco joins us for a masterclass on training for Speed and Sports Performance. Joe, with 22+ years Sports & Conditioning experience has trained 1000’s of athletes, and contributed to some incredible careers in NFL, Rugby, Figure Skating, Skiing and many more sports. Joe’s the go-to S&C trainer in the college football space, and made his name…

AdapNation is all about removing roadblocks and enabling you to #BeYourBest. And when it comes to roadblocks… Back Pain is the leading cause of disability globally! But… have we placed far too much emphasis on ageing, degeneration, injury, surgery and opioid medications where it comes to the discussion and treatment of back issues? Be prepared to h…

MERRY CHRISTMAS!!! The time to be merry, connect with family, eat well… and reflect on how we showed up through the course of the year. Sticking to the AdapNation ritual, Bryn and Steve get together with hot drink in hand just before Christmas, to look back at the year just been and honestly self-reflect on our performance and satisfaction. Oh, and…

Dr. Bill Schindler, the hands-on anthropologist and archeologist, and overall student of prehistoric and indigenous cultures and tooling, joins us today for what is a truly fascinating and thought provoking discussion on our evolution as a species. Bill’s on a mission to take the archaeological record and get the truth out there to the masses. He b…

Nir Eyal, a foremost leader in understanding behaviour design, habit formation, and developing compelling technology, joins us today for a truly fascinating and highly relatable discussion on the modern plague - DISTRACTION. Full Show Notes of what we discussed - https://adapnation.io/109-indistractable-nir-eyal/ Nir has been advising companies for…