THE EXPLODING HUMAN with Bob Nickman

DAVID WEILL, M.D., is the former Director of the Center for Advanced Lung Disease and Lung and Heart-Lung Transplant Program at Stanford University Medical Center. He is currently the Principal of the Weill Consulting Group which focuses assisting hospitals in improving their transplant programs and developing new programs in the US and throughout the world. David’s writing has appeared in the Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Newsweek, and The San Francisco Chronicle. In his new novel, “All That Really Matters,” David explores the demands, challenges and complications of a fictional transplant surgeon. We discuss his 25 year career as a lung transplant surgeon and the behind-the-scenes world of medical ethics, corporate greed in medicine and the life and death decisions made in “the selection room,” where it is decided who gets a transplant and who doesn’t. www.davidweill.com

TAMRA SATTLER, PhD, MFT, is a therapist, professor, and entrepreneur. She started her career in marketing and technology with managerial positions at companies like Salesforce, Excite and Monster.  She then pivoted to being a therapist and learning about how people change more deeply and permanently through psycho-spiritual theories, namely the Enneagram. She has taught at Naropa for the past few years and received her PhD at CIIs in East-West Psychology. Her passion is to bring her two paths together to develop technology platforms to help humanity and the planet awaken. Too Much and Not Enough: Healing for the Enneagram Four or Borderline-Style Personality, is her new book which is designed to help those and loved ones who suffer from emotional dis-regulation. Tamra discusses: What is Borderline-Style Personality (BPD)? Why are borderline characteristic individuals difficult to treat? In working with these individuals what do you love the most? Tamra talks about her own struggles with BPD and the powerful healing experience she had with the use of a gueded MDMA journey and subsequent experiences with mushrooms. These experiences were able to reach parts of the brain which talk therapy cannot and help her heal pre-verbal infant trauma.  www.tamrasattler.com

KIM SHAPIRA,  M.S., R.D. is a celebrity dietitian, nutritional therapist, and author, with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from Tulane University and a Master’s degree in Human Metabolism and Clinical Nutrition from Boston University. Kim has spent over 25 years helping people lose weight and keep it off (with a giant emphasis on keeping it off), both in her private Los Angeles practice, in hospitals, sports clinics, addiction centers and universities. When she's not helping her clients take back their relationship with food.  In her new book, “This Is What You're Really Hungry For: Six Simple Rules to Transform Your Relationship with Food to Become Your Healthiest Self,” Shapira shares her method to help you get well and stay well by leading your own body, shredding guilt, finding peace, and making it normal to eat the foods you love. We talk about stress and anxiety eating, reward eating and the correlation between over-eating and compulsive shopping. Kim offers clear methods to change unhealthy food habits and some of the tools available to monitor one’s progress. www.kimshapira.com.     “For years, Kim has approached her clients with her singular mix of common sense and compassion,wisdom and empathy, actionable rules that feel within reach, and progress that’s both real and not tooextreme . . . This Is What You’re Really Hungry For is the peak of all that. Her guidance is a gift,rooted in her experience and given with a deep understanding of how people actually think about food and what it takes to make real change.”  Emily

CRAIG GOLDBERG  is what many would say the world really needs right now: a Relaxation Expert! Craig is also a Certified Vibro-Acoustic Therapy Practitioner on a quest to help humanity achieve a deeper sense of inner calmness through the use of sound and vibration technology. He operates with roots in science and technology, and his work is backed by 40+ years of research showing the many benefits of this type of therapy. He is constantly exploring new ways to use Vibro-Acoustic to help people reduce stress and anxiety, heal, and transform their lives for the better. His journey began 10 years ago when his wife got sick and Modern medicine did not have answers, so he did what any one of us would do: He began searching. His journey has taken him down many roads in search of one thing: How to live a healthy life. Craig and his wife found diet and nutrition to be the gateway to better health.  This love for healthy food led to a deep dive, into what he calls his three main environments: 1. What we put in our mouth 2. What we put on our skin 3. What we allow in the air around us   Mastering these external environments led him to focusing inward. Craig, like so many others, was familiar with the benefits of meditation, but struggled to get into a meditative state. He made it something of a mission to hack the process to make it more accessible for those who struggled to get there. This  led to the power of sound and vibration as a healing tool after experiencing profound effects for himself on a revolutionary Vibro-Acoustic bed called “The Sound Lounge.” Craig instantly knew this was the mindfulness and healing hack he’d been searching for and it sparked yet another deep dive into the human body and how it all works.  In November 2016, he partnered with Dominic Carnevale, and inHarmony Interactive was born. Today, Craig is an advocate of the power of sound and vibration to heal and create positive changes in the lives of others.Craig and Dom continue to innovate their industry. inHarmony recently announced their Patent on the inHarmony Meditation Cushion, solidifying their position in the “Tech-Assisted Meditation” movement. Sound and vibration reset the nervous system and send signals to every muscle in the body to relax. Shifting from stressed and anxious  to calm-and-relaxed is something we all need. www.iaminharmony.com

JIM STOPPANI, PhD, is the leading authority on exercise science, sports nutrition, and supplementation. Over the past 15+ years, Dr. Stoppani has helped millions of people change their lives through science-based nutrition and supplement plans and expertly designed training programs. He received his doctorate in exercise physiology with a minor in biochemistry from the University of Connecticut. Following graduation, he served as a postdoctoral research fellow in the prestigious John B. Pierce Laboratory and Department of Cellular and Molecular Physiology at Yale University School of Medicine, where he investigated the effects of exercise and diet on gene regulation in muscle tissue. In 2002, Dr. Stoppani was awarded the Gatorade Beginning Investigator in Exercise Science Award by the American Physiological Society for his groundbreaking research. After his Yale stint, Dr. Stoppani was on the editorial staff at Weider Publications for 11 years, serving as Senior Science Editor for Muscle & Fitness, FLEX and Muscle & Fitness Hers magazines. In 2013, he left Weider to create the ground-breaking sports nutrition company JYM Supplement Science. Dr. Stoppani has authored or co-authored several books, including the Encyclopedia of Muscle & Strength (Human Kinetics, 2006); the New York Times Bestseller LL Cool J’s Platinum 360 Diet and Lifestyle (Rodale, 2010); and Stronger Arms & Upper Body (Human Kinetics, 2008). Dr. Stoppani has also been the personal nutrition and health consultant for numerous celebrity clients, including LL Cool J, Dr. Dre, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, and Mario Lopez. Through his various platforms – from print magazines and books to online as a featured expert on Bodybuilding.com and the owner of JimStoppani.com – Dr. Stoppani has become one of the most trusted, reliable sources of fitness information on the Internet. The JYMARMY Facebook group page – a community of passionate individuals who follow his training, nutrition and supplement plans – is one of the largest and most engaging online groups, with over 60,000 members. His personal and company mission is to change lives through proper training, nutrition and supplementation, all based on the latest scientific research, while following the motto of “Do the Right Thing.” WWW.JIMSTOPPANI.COM

v GEETA “DR. G” NAYYAR, MD, MBA, is a trailblazing healthcare technology leader and former Chief Medical Officer of Salesforce and AT&T. In her USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestseller, "Dead Wrong: Diagnosing and Treating Healthcare's Misinformation Illness,"  Dr. G takes an intimate and moving look at misinformation, disinformation, and the devastating impact of falsehoods on our well-being.  Featured on CNBC, CNN, CBS, and other prominent media outlets, Dr. G  separates fact from fiction in the age of social media. We talk about:         - Reprogramming Mis/Dis Information in Healthcare in the Age of Social Media TikTok, Instagram & Social Media – Healthcare Advice in 2024 & Where to Find It From HIV/AIDS to COVID-19: Recognizing Misinformation & How We Can Do Better 4 Conversations for Millennials to Have with Their Healthcare Providers & Why It Might Be Different from Other Generations Healthcare Transformations for 2024: What to Expect Digital Health for Positive Change: How Digital Patient Records & Virtual Appts Have Transformed Healthcare  A rheumatologist, Dr. G earned her medical degree at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, where she was admitted into an accelerated program at age 17, and her MBA at The George Washington University School of Business.

ROBERT JOHNSON is the founder of Mycroboost, a functional mushroom company which offers a variety of mushroom products which enhance energy, brain function, microbiome health and overall wellness.  Robert is a seasoned cannabis and hemp industry veteran, startup founder, product developer, business consultant and  CEO of supplement manufacturer Custom Capsule Consultants.    He is a popular  contributor to Rolling Stone, having written about his work in mushroom product development and the burgeoning psychedelic industry. He is also a contributor to Natural Products Insider, Nutraceuticals World, and I've been a speaker and panelist at the California Psychedelic Conference and the Oakland Psychedelic Conference.  We talk about the benefits of specific mushrooms, mushroom coffee and his research on the use of psychedelics. His vast knowledge and passion on the benefits of  mushrooms makes for a lively discussion and increased hope for the future of plant-based remedies.  www.mycroboost,com

MARILYN HOROWITZ is an award-winning author, New York University professor, TV show creator, and writing coach, working with successful novelists, produced screenwriters, and award-winning filmmakers. Using her trademarked writing method, The Horowitz System®. she has also written five books on screenwriting, two of which are used as textbooks at New York University.  Since 2021, she has been holding webinars to share her unique creativity-and-time-management technique,  The Word Of The Day practice.  In this wide-ranging talk, we discuss how her technique is able to access intuition and parts of the brain which talking and thinking cannot do. She has discovered the power of Word of the Day to improve not just creative endeavors, but to help anyone tap into their unconscious mind to help heal trauma, both past and present. Marilyn takes me through a brief session and offers some incredible success stories she has witnessed in the realm of health and wellness. Marilyn Horowitz is truly empowering and full of humor, wisdom and kindness.

DR. JEFF GROSS is the founder of ReCELLebrate and a pioneer in the field of regenerative medicine. With a career dedicated to treating a myriad of spine, joint, and chronic health problems, Dr. Gross has transformed thousands of lives by transitioning from traditional surgical methods to the innovative use of stem cells and stem cell-derived exosomes.    Medicine and healthcare are seemingly advancing at the speed of light these days. Some treatments are proving to be real game changers, while others create more confusion than benefit and leave much to be desired. Yet, as Dr. Gross can attest, the most profound advancements lie in the longevity and restorative healing potential of stem cells. Our own degenerating stem cells, when rejuvenated, display powerful anti-aging and healing properties, offering relief and rejuvenation without the need for surgery.  Jeff  shares insights on the holistic and natural, but also minimally invasive, applications of stem cells in healthcare and preventative wellness, showcasing their potential in tackling and reversing chronic conditions and extending health and vitality. We talk about his training as a surgeon and what led him to studying and applying the benefits of stem cells and exosomes. He demistifies the science behind activating one's own stem cells for prolonged health. In addiition, we talk about some of the history of stem cell research and use and the ways this exciting biotechnology is currently being used successfully and where it is headed in the future. Jeff shares some of the success stories as well as his own experience in the use of stem cell derived exosomes. The future is here! ·

LAURA EIMAN was a sugar addict and junk food junkie for 45 years. She says, “I shouldn’t be alive today. My epitaph would have read “Death by doughnuts and Dove Bars.” 23 years ago, overweight, newly divorced, without direction and unemployed, I began studying the mindset of Navy SEALs, Olympic athletes, and Greek philosophers. I developed a unique, mental confidence program to overcome my negative attitude, lack of direction and life-threatening sugar addiction for good. Wow, did I get results! I started winning in many areas of my life.  Today at age 70, I am 23 years off sugar and junk food. I continue to win in many areas of my life because daily I possess an invincible confidence in myself. I think like a Navy SEAL and practice the “never quit” habits of Olympians. “ www.lauraeiman.com

WENDY BETH COZZENS is a beacon of resilience, love, and transformation. As a fellow traveler on the winding road of life, she brings a wealth of experience, insight, and empathy to those she encounters. For the past four years, Wendy has been meticulously crafting her "Living Blueprint - A True Story: Five Principles To Creating  An Authentic, Joy-Fik=lled Life" book, drawing from her own journey of overcoming adversity to support others in creating a joyful life, irrespective of the obstacles they face. The genesis of Wendy's mission stems from a deeply personal experience – the tragic suicide of a close friend. Motivated by this loss, she embarked on a quest to share the lessons she had learned about living authentically and seeking help when needed. Wendy's book serves as a roadmap for high-functioning individuals silently grappling with inner struggles, offering them practical tools to find stability, cultivate self-love, and embrace vulnerability. At the heart of Wendy's philosophy lies the belief that everyone deserves to experience moments of genuine joy and satisfaction. Through her book, she guides readers on a transformative journey, helping them uncover their true selves, reconnect with their passions, and build supportive communities. By weaving together personal anecdotes, practical exercises, and profound insights, Wendy empowers her audience to embark on their own path towards fulfillment and inner peace. Wendy's approach is deeply rooted in inclusivity and compassion. She extends her support to families, emphasizing the importance of unconditional love and acceptance, regardless of personal choices or circumstances. With a background in family science and a firm belief in the power of love, Wendy strives to create a safe space where individuals can explore their identities and embrace their authentic selves. As an author, speaker, and Soul Guide, Wendy Beth embodies the principles she espouses in her book. Her unwavering commitment to helping others navigate life's challenges with courage and grace makes her a sought-after guest on podcasts and a beacon of hope for those in search of healing and transformation. Through her work, Wendy continues to inspire others to embrace their own journey of self-discovery and create their own happily ever after.

ALAN HEEKS is an inspiring guide to helping people cultivate their wellbeing through parallels with Nature. After a Harvard MBA and successful career managing building materials businesses, Alan has spent 30 years creating nature-based learning venues, and leading groups there. In 1990, he started Magdalen Environmental Trust, converting 130 acres to a mixed organic farm. Since 1992 he has created Hazel Hill Wood as a 70-acre conservation wood and retreat centre. Alan has led many workshops with his Seven Seeds of Natural Happiness approach, including individuals, community groups, and NHS doctors.  Alan and his wife Linda live in Dorset and grow much of their own vegetables. We all need super-resilience in these turbulent times: gardening skills are a great model for this. Alan talks about: climate change, water, regenerative agriculture, talking with trees, human speed vs. nature speed and his. new book...  “Natural Happiness,” which can help you dig deep and stay cheerful in these stormy times. It shows how you can use gardening methods such as composting, mulching, and crop rotation to cultivate human nature, too. A gardener applies skills like observation, patience and creativity - and you can adapt them to deal with daily stresses and big issues such as climate change. Alan’s approach is positive and practical, easy to use for gardeners and others. Natural Happiness explores Alan’s Seven Seeds of Natural Happiness, which grows from 30 years’ experience of helping people learn from nature, and from creating gardens and an organic farm. www.naturalhappiness.net

SUZANNE FERREE, M.D.., FAARM, ABAARM specializes in performance and longevity medicine and is a leading expert in peptide therapy. Dr. Ferree promotes a healthy well-being though nutrition, exercise, and an industry-leading expertise in the cellular efficiency of the human body.  She discuse her new book "Counter Clockwise" and what she has learned out of a profound desire to meet her patients needs. She is founder of Vine Medical Associates and the Cellular Medicine Institute. Double Board Certified, her thriving practice treats executives and athletes from around the world and patients with chronic and unusual diseases. Practicing Cellular, Longevity and Performance Medicine, Dr. Ferree has special interests and experience in bioidentical hormone therapy, metabolic medicine, neurodegenerative disease, and human performance optimization. She also has earned Advanced Certification in Endocrinology and Peptide Therapy.  Dr. Ferree is an award-winning teacher of medical students, residents and physicians while on the Faculty of Emory University. She has also served on faculties of A4M, IPS, BioTe, SSRP and ACAM.  She talks about: An introduction to peptides, cellular health and how it is connected to longevity Effective peptide therapy treatment options for health issues brought on by aging like joint pain, weight gain, and sleep issues that your doctors have not yet tried Targeting the root of anxiety and depression with peptides Peptides for autoimmune conditions like MS, rheumatoid arthritis, Hashimoto thyroiditis and more The science behind peptides and how they occur naturally, unlike pharmace

Embark on an extraordinary journey with SUSSI MATTSSON, an acclaimed Executive Producer, International Success Coach, and Speaker. Known for her Emmy-nominated documentaries on luminaries like Jack Canfield and Jay Abraham, Sussi is now on a mission close to her heart – to guide one million individuals on a transformative path to becoming "Wisdom Writers." At the helm of the "From Me To You Global Movement," Sussi is building bridges between past wounds, present realities, and our united future. Her upcoming book, "From Me To You," serves as a beacon, sharing her profound insights on healing emotional wounds and finding meaning in life. Sussi's key messages resonate deeply – the importance of turning personal pain into wisdom, raising one's voice, and sharing stories to empower others and leave a lasting legacy. Drawing on her personal journey, including overcoming trauma in childhood, and then rebounding from a serious brain injury in adulthood, Sussi champions self-leadership and resilience. She believes in the power of writing as a tool for healing, encouraging individuals to pen letters to their past selves as a transformative act of self-love. Sussi's impactful work extends to diverse projects, including a collaboration with South Carolina inmates on a forthcoming book, emphasizing forgiveness and gratitude. As her book "From Me to You" hits shelves in February, Sussi invites readers to join her in this intimate exploration, providing not just a narrative but a vehicle for personal healing and collective empowerment. Sussi's authenticity, resilience, and commitment to collective healing make her an exceptional podcast guest. She brings not just a story, but a roadmap for others to navigate their own paths from pain to wisdom, fostering a community that heals together and rises above life's challenges. Join Sussi on this transformative journey of self-discovery and empowerment.

AMY K. WILSON, has over 30 years of experience in geriatric pharmacy, fitness, and nutrition coaching. She talks about metabolism, menopause, weight loss & weight regain, beauty, longevity, self-care & inspiration for women 40+. She has a unique approach to health and wellness that empowers individuals to take control of their well-being through personalized plans. Amy is passionate about helping people prevent and reverse diseases using nutrition and exercise. She has a remarkable track record of guiding clients to overcome conditions like pre-diabetes, diabetes, high cholesterol, and more. Her mission is to help people break free from the constraints of conventional dieting and revolutionize the diet industry through a holistic approach to health.

MONICA ESGUEVA is the author of  “The 7 Levels of Wisdom,” which  covers different related topics crucial for understanding and leading a personal transformation, with an aim to inspire people to reach the highest levels of human consciousness, the most important goal, and to see it as something they can do, regardless of their responsibilities or life conditions.   Monica talks about how her early spiritual connection and persistent questioning lead her to embark on a profound journey of self-discovery. She discusses what  catalyzed a 180-degree life shift during her three-month encounter with Tibetan lamas, prompting her to leave behind a materially comfortable life for a deeper purpose. She also discusses ways to achieve better mental health in a society where anxiety and depression are rampant. Monica answers questions on how  we can get out of a pattern of  rollercoaster of emotions and align careers with our life purpose.  We also talk about the things we can learn from the death of loved ones and facing our own mortality to bring greater joy to our lives right now. www.monicaesgueva.com

CODY WATKINS has been dubbed the “King of Transformation,” He is a renowned online fitness coach with a gnarly story. Starting his fitness journey at 15, he quickly rose to become a top trainer and then boldly launched his own online coaching business, which he has now scaled worldwide. His resilience shone brightly in 2018 when, after an emergency open heart surgery that was required to escape death, he made an astonishing comeback, winning a bodybuilding competition just 11-months post-surgery. With a holistic approach to health and fitness, Cody empowers others to overcome their challenges and transform their body, mindset, and life. His influence extends far and wide, with over 75,000+ followers on Instagram & thousands of clients all over the planet.  On this episode we discuss:  -How to Enjoy Your Favorite Foods and Still Shed Pounds Without Restrictive Dieting.  -How to Transform Your Body and Boost Energy in Under 5 Hours a Week Without Living At The Gym. -How to Achieve Rapid Fitness Results with Habit Stacking So That How You Can Enjoy a Balanced Lifestyle. -How to Melt Fat and Enjoy Your Meals So That Dieting Feels Like a Treat, Not a Chore.  -How to Hit Your Weight Loss Goals and Maintain Them So That Your Success.   INTSTAGRAM: codywatkinsfitness

MAHWISH SYED is a visionary at the intersection of health, healing, and the transformative power of design. At the forefront of New York City design for over two decades, she has orchestrated beauty through unveiling spaces that transcend aesthetics to nourish the soul and promote a healthy environment.    Mahwish is also an acclaimed author, and cancer survivor, who shares her insights, bridging the intricate interplay between design, wellness, and beauty.   Following her breast cancer diagnosis, Mahwish transformed her experience into a narrative of resilience and rejuvenation. In her acclaimed book, "Purgatory to Paradise," she unveils the profound influence of beauty as a healing force. She passionately explores how our surroundings shape our well-being, believing homes should be both visually stunning and physically beneficial for your health.   Her unique approach seamlessly blends ancient wisdom with modern innovation, creating environments that not only captivate the eye but also enrich the spirit.  www.claimyourparadise.com

TREVOR GRIFFITHS studied medicine, neuroscience, and immunology at Oxford University before becoming a pioneering doctor for 25 years in systemic family healthcare, promoting healthy communications. He founded a charity to prevent illness and socially disruptive behaviour by teaching about the 'rough end of emotional literacy'. The Emotional Logic Centre is now international on five continents with a strong and growing schools programme.  The author trains trainers and Emotional Logic Coaches with an aim to have every family able to use Emotional Logic language to manage disappointments and setbacks in the most constructive ways. In this, his latest book, he explains the paradigm shift in thinking about emotions and the inner heart values from which the transformational power of Emotional Logic emerges. Called Emotional Chaos Theory, he connects here the inner human heart with the implicate order of a quantum gravity universe, overcoming the separation of mind and matter in exercising the power of choice. In his latest book, Clearing a Way: Unveiling the Mental Tricks That Hide Reality, Dr Griffiths takes a deep look at how our brains trick us into seeing the surface of things so that we lose sight of the deep relatedness on which our survival as groups will increasingly depend.

CHRIS BURRES is a research engineer and scientist whose primary mission is to help people live longer, healthier, pain-free lives. Burres has a diverse background in the field of inventions, manufacturing, and internet technology. With a BS in Mechanical Engineering (Minors in Computer Science and Math) from University of Houston, Burres is a co-inventor of patents related to the use of explosives in downhole oil well drilling, a co-inventor of the most efficient fullerene manufacturing equipment in use since 1991, and co-owner of a company that manufactures a unique product containing a Nobel-Prize winning molecule that has been shown to extend the lifespan of test subjects by 90 percent. www.livelongerandbetterbook.com www.myfitalc.com/explodinghuman