THE BETTER BODY LAB PODCAST

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The science to build better bodies, relationships, and lives.

Science Meets Real-World Wellness

The Better Body Lab Podcast explores how science and lived experience intersect within the human ecology. Hosted by best-selling authors Dr. Taryn Marie and Mike Alden, each conversation brings together physicians, researchers, and wellness thought leaders to examine how we adapt, recover, and grow stronger—physically, mentally, and emotionally—in a complex world.

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Recent Episodes

  • Jim Donnelly

    Ep. 001

    Exploring the Science of Health Optimization: The Role of Cryotherapy and Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in Longevity

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  • Sanjiv Lal

    Ep. 002

    Are Stem Cells the Key to Unlocking Longevity and Health?

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  • 5. Understanding Peptides: Safety, Legality, and the Push for Accessibility in the U.S.

    Ep. 003

    Understanding Peptides: Safety, Legality, and the Push for Accessibility in the U.S.

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  • Dr. Rachele Pojednic

    Ep. 004

    Understanding NAD and Its Precursors: A Science-Based Guide to Health and Longevity

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  • Dr. Rekha Kumar

    Ep. 005

    Pills vs. Needles: The New Frontier in Weight Loss and Hormone Therapy

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    EP. 006

    Hack Your Habits: The Secret Science of Motivation and Environment Design

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  • Dr. Eugene Lipov

    Ep. 007

    The God Shot: Rewiring Trauma and Reclaiming Your Life

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  • Promotional graphic for the Better Body Lab Podcast, episode 8, featuring guest Dean Donlon.

    EP. 008

    Can You Trust Biohacking Trends?

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  • Promotional graphic for the Better Body Lab Podcast, episode 9, featuring guest Gary Brecka.

    EP. 009

    Why You Haven’t Met Your Ultimate Self Yet

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  • Alex Fredericks

    Ep. 010

    What Your Voice Reveals About Your Health

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  • Promotional graphic for the Better Body Lab Podcast, episode 11, featuring guest Steve Raymond.

    EP. 011

    AI Could Redefine Body Composition Measurement 

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Meet the HostS

Guided by curiosity, credibility, and lived experience, Dr. Taryn Marie and Mike Alden create space for deeper conversations—ones that move beyond trends to explore how people actually navigate complexity, stress, recovery, and growth.

As best-selling authors and trusted voices in resilience and wellness, they bring both scientific rigor and human perspective to every episode—asking better questions, challenging assumptions, and inviting nuance where it’s often missing.

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