PODCAST · health
Biohackher
by Azra Alagic
BIOHACKHER aims to inspire women to optimise their health through nourishing self care and biohacks that will help you live well longer.
Episodes
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Professor Andrea Maier: Can We Really Slow Ageing — and What Actually Works?
Can we change how we age? And how much of what's being sold in the name of longevity is backed by human evidence? In this episode, I sit down with Professor Andrea Maier, an internal medicine specialist, geriatrician and longevity researcher, to explore those questions. Her work examines how we…
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Build Your 80-Year-Old Self: The Midlife Blueprint for Ageing Well
What if the way you live in your 40s, 50s and 60s is helping to build the body, brain and life you'll have at 80? In this episode of the Biohackher Podcast, I sit down with gerontologist and biohacker Zora Benhamou to explore why midlife isn't the beginning of decline — it can be one of the most...
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The Ancient Biohack: How Acupuncture May Support Stress, Sleep, Pain and Longevity
Acupuncture has been practised for thousands of years, but as more people look beyond conventional approaches to support chronic health issues, stress and healthy ageing, this ancient practice is finding a new audience. In this episode of the Biohackher Podcast, I'm joined by acupuncturist Scott...
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The Hidden Sugar Signal That Could Be Driving Cravings, Fatigue and Belly Fat
What if the sugar affecting your metabolism isn't just the sugar you eat? In this episode of the Biohackher Podcast, I sit down with metabolic health researcher and educator Chris Mearns to explore an emerging area of research around fructose — and why he believes we need to start thinking about…
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Is Cortisol Really Making You Fat? The Stress Myth Women Need to Stop Believing
Cortisol has become one of the biggest buzzwords in women's health. Can't lose belly fat? Cortisol. Waking at 3am? Cortisol. Exhausted but unable to switch off? Cortisol. But is this hormone really responsible for everything we're blaming it for? In this episode of the Biohackher Podcast, Azra…
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Seed Cycling: Can the Right Foods Really Balance Your Hormones?
What if something as simple as the seeds you eat could help support your hormones throughout the month? In this episode of the Biohackher Podcast, I sit down with nutritionist, health coach and Beeya co-founder Kaya Purohit to unpack the increasingly popular — and sometimes controversial —…
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Beyond the Data: The Missing Side of Biohacking
Biohacking has become increasingly focused on data. We track our sleep, glucose, heart rate, recovery and biological age — but in our pursuit of better health, have we forgotten how to listen to ourselves? In this episode of the Biohackher Podcast, I sit down with Lawrence Ellyard, founder of the...
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Stem Cells and Longevity: Can We Really Regenerate as We Age?
What if ageing isn't simply about slowing decline, but finding ways to support the body's ability to repair and regenerate? In this episode of the Biohackher Podcast, I'm joined by Dr Yi Song to explore the rapidly evolving world of regenerative medicine — from stem cells and exosomes to…
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The Gut Health Advice That's Making Women Worse
We hear more about gut health than ever before. Probiotics, greens powders, fibre supplements, gut cleanses, elimination diets… social media is full of advice promising to heal your gut. But what if some of that advice is actually making things worse? In this episode of the Biohackher Podcast…
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The Midlife Fitness Reset: What Actually Works for Women
What if the workouts that worked in your 20s and 30s are the very reason you're feeling frustrated in midlife? In this episode of the Biohackher Podcast, Azra sits down with fitness expert Leah Simmons to unpack one of the biggest misconceptions in women's health: that more cardio and eating less...
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The Sleep Mistakes Keeping Women Tired, Anxious and Ageing Faster
Sleep is the foundation of every other health intervention, yet it's often the first thing we sacrifice. In this episode of the Biohackher Podcast, Azra sits down with sleep researcher Dr Jemma King, author of Sleep First, to explore why women are significantly more likely to experience poor…
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The Woman Who Trained for Mars Shares Her Longevity Blueprint
What can preparing for a mission to Mars teach us about living a longer, healthier life on Earth? In this episode of the Biohackher Podcast, Azra Alagic sits down with sustainability expert, researcher, extreme adventurer and astronaut candidate Dianne McGrath to uncover the extraordinary lessons...
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Everyone's Talking About Peptides. Here's What Women Need to Know
Peptides are everywhere right now. From anti-ageing and glowing skin to muscle preservation, injury recovery and weight loss, they're being hailed as the next frontier in health optimisation. But are they really the miracle solution many claim them to be? In this episode of the Biohackher…
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Why Sauna Could Be One of the Most Powerful Longevity Tools for Women
We've all heard that saunas are "good for you". But is sitting in the heat actually doing something meaningful for your long-term health — particularly as women move through perimenopause and menopause? This week on the Biohackher Podcast, I sit down with integrative medical practitioner and…
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How FemTech Is Changing the Future of Women's Health
For decades, women's health has been underfunded, under-researched and often misunderstood. But a quiet revolution is underway — and technology is at the centre of it. In this episode of The Biohackher Podcast, Azra Alagic sits down with Lindsay Davis, founder of the FemTech Association Asia, to...
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The Longevity Superfood No One Is Talking About (And Why Women Need It)
What if one of the most overlooked longevity tools for women has been hiding in plain sight for billions of years? In this episode of the Biohackher podcast, Azra sits down with algae expert and founder of EnergyBits, Catharine Arnston, to unpack the science behind spirulina and chlorella — and…
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He Quit Being a Monk to Create a New Way to Heal Trauma
What happens when a man spends seven years as a monk chasing enlightenment… only to walk away and question everything he was taught? Azra sits down with former monk and trauma educator, Matthew Zoltan, to explore his extraordinary journey from shearing sheds in rural Australia to monastic life in...
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Why 80% of Autoimmune Diagnoses Are in Women — and What's Really Causing It
Did you know that autoimmune conditions affect women at nearly four times the rate of men? In this eye-opening episode, host Azra Alagic sits down with functional medicine health coach Jo Brownlow to unpack why autoimmunity is on the rise, why women are disproportionately affected, and — most...
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He Built a $100M Wellness Empire — Then Almost Lost Everything by Doing Nothing
What happens when you spend a decade building one of the world's biggest wellness brands, sell it for life-changing money — and then stop? For Radek, the answer was a slow unravelling. In this candid and wide-ranging conversation, Azra sits down with Radek — the force behind Swisse, Australia's...
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From Guesswork to Precision: The Rise of AI-Driven Health
We're generating more health data than ever before… But are we actually healthier? In this episode, I sit down with Jasmine Smith, CEO of Rejuve AI, to unpack what's really happening at the intersection of artificial intelligence, personalised health, and longevity. Because behind the sleek...
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The Silent Signals Women Are Missing Before a Heart Attack
Heart disease doesn't always arrive the way we expect—especially for women. It's not always the dramatic, chest-clutching "Hollywood" moment. More often, it's subtle. Easy to dismiss. Fatigue you explain away. Breathlessness you ignore. A quiet signal your body is sending… that no one has taught...
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The Menopause Brain Fog Fix No One Is Talking About
If you've ever walked into a room and forgotten why you went there, lost your train of thought mid-sentence, or felt like your brain just isn't working the way it used to, this episode is for you. In this conversation, I sit down with Lauren Dewsbury, who is currently completing her PhD in brain...
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Are You Truly Resilient… Or Just Running on Trauma?
What high-achieving women need to know about nervous system safety, burnout, and the trauma stored in the body In the biohacking world, we often talk about optimisation—better sleep, sharper focus, hormone balance, longevity protocols, and peak performance. But what if the real foundation of all…
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DNA Repair, Cancer & the Ageing Switch: Dr Derek Richard on the Future of Longevity
What if the reason we age isn't simply "getting older," but a biological switch that deliberately turns down our DNA repair systems around midlife? In this mind-expanding conversation, I sit down with longevity researcher Dr Derek Richard to unpack the emerging science behind DNA damage,...
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Are We Addicted to Stress? The Truth Most Women Ignore
Women are exhausted and they think it's because they're doing too much, but what if it's more about what's happening in our minds? In this episode of the Biohackher Podcast, Azra sits down with mindset coach, author and host of The Life of Greatness podcast, Sarah Grynberg, for a conversation…
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Comfort is killing us (and why doing hard things can improve our healthspan)
We've built a world designed for comfort — climate-controlled homes, sitting for long periods of time, ultra-processed food, instant gratification, endless scrolling. And it's quietly destroying our health. In this episode, Azra sits down with functional Functional Medical Pracitioner Richard…
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From Burnout to Purpose: Why Inner Work Matters
What if burnout isn't a failure of discipline — but a failure of alignment? In this episode of the Biohackher Podcast, Azra sits down with wellness architect and retreat founder Damian Chaparro for a deeply honest conversation about burnout, purpose, emotional fitness, and why most people are...
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Protein, Gut Health & the Longevity Equation with Sarah Di Lorenzo
In this episode of Biohackher, Azra sits down with Australia's most loved clinical nutritionist, Sarah Di Lorenzo, for a no-nonsense conversation about food, protein, gut health, menopause, muscle, and why so much mainstream nutrition advice is failing women — especially as we age. Sarah shares...
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PEMF Therapy Explained: The Science of Cellular Energy
In this deep-dive episode of the Biohackher Podcast, Azra is joined by PEMF expert Candice Johnston, founder of BEST CELLF, to unpack the science, safety, and real-world benefits of Pulsed Electromagnetic Field (PEMF) Therapy — particularly for women. PEMF is one of the most researched yet...
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Gut Health, Hormones & Longevity: Why Your Microbiome Shapes How You Age
Did you know your gut plays a critical role in your overall healthspan? In this episode of the Biohackher Podcast, Azra sits down with Dr Craig Haifer, clinical gastroenterologist, microbiome researcher and one of Australia's leading voices bridging medicine and preventative wellness, to unpack…
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How to achieve extreme wellness
What if the most powerful biohacks for longevity weren't supplements, devices or expensive treatments — but stillness, water, heat, cold and rhythm? In this episode of the Biohackher Podcast, I'm joined by one of Australia's true pioneers in integrative medicine and wellness, Dr Marc Cohen —...
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Why Collagen is the new longevity molecule
Collagen is one of the most talked-about supplements in women's health — but is it actually absorbed, or is it just expensive pee? In this episode of the Biohackher Podcast, Azra Alagic is joined by Lauren Dewsbury, Senior Research Scientist and Product Formulator at Vida Glow, to unpack the real...
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Why Horses Are the Ultimate Nervous System Regulators
In this deeply moving and eye-opening episode of the Biohackher Podcast, Azra sits down with Australia's pioneering wellness leader and equine-assisted learning practitioner, Sharon Kolkka, to explore the powerful, science-backed ways horses help humans heal. Sharon unpacks why horses — as prey...
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Biohacking intimacy and debunking sex myths
Are you struggling with intimacy, has your body changed with time and you're worried about what your partner will think, or do you need tips on how to better communicate your needs? Isiah McKimmie is one of Australia's leading Sexologists and Relationship Therapists, known for helping individuals...
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The Midlife Reset: Hormones, Health and Hope with Dr. Ceri Cashell
Menopause has been surrounded by misinformation for decades — and too many women, myself included, have been left to suffer in silence. That's why I invited Dr. Ceri Cashell onto the Biohackher Podcast. Ceri is not only a physician but also a passionate advocate for women's health, and in this...
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Unlocking the Power of Red Light Therapy
In this episode, I sit down with Andy Mant, CEO and Co-Founder of Bon Charge, to shed light (literally) on one of the most overlooked tools in the biohacking toolbox: light. Andy shares how modern lighting environments are silently hijacking our circadian rhythms, sleep, hormones, and metabolic...
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How epigenetics and the lifestyle choices you make impact your health
Can you actually change your genes? Spoiler: yes, you can. Most of us grow up thinking our genes are like our eye colour — unchangeable, fixed, and totally out of our hands. But today's guest on the Biohackher Podcast, Chris Barnes, is here to flip that script. Chris isn't your average health...
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The Future of Financial Security: Planning for Longevity
Most of us have planned for our retirement by having some superannuation tucked away or property investments, but are those savings and investments going to be enough if you live longer than you expected? That's what I dive in to today with my guest Nadine Esposito. Nadine is the Head of Risk at...
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How natural remedies can support you through perimenopause and menopause.
Did you know there are over 100 menopausal symptoms? And each of these symptoms can impact us in very different ways? Thankfully, my guest today Toni Baker is here to help break it all down. Toni Baker, founder of Hotties Hormones, is a Naturopath, Herbalist, Nutritionist, and Holistic Counsellor...
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How supplements can supercharge your longevity
In this chat, the Founder and Clinical Research Advisor of Do Not Age shares his journey into the longevity space, inspired by Dr David Sinclair's research on ageing. He discusses why he founded Do Not Age, and his focus on providing trustworthy supplements backed by research. Alan reflects on…
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The power of breath for sleep, fitness, health and longevity
Today, Breath and Mindset Coach Paula Amsler teaches us how to breathe...properly. Paula discusses her empowering experiences during childbirth and how breathwork empowerd her birthing experience. She walks us through the different types of breathing techniques you can leverage off and we dive in...
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How to implement a longevity mindset and leverage off technology for a longer life
Today Nick Engerer joins me to discuss how having a longevity mindset should be your starting point for a longer life. Nick is a Biohacker and Longevity Mindset Strategist dedicated to creating a global shift in perspectives of what's possible for human longevity. A Longer Life is a platform that...
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How to master your hormones to stay slim and sexy after 40
In this episode, I chat to Dr Anna Cabeca, aka the Girlfriend Doctor, on how a woman's body changes after 40, particularly during perimenopause and menopause and what she can do to stay slim and sexy. Dr Anna explains the importance of understanding how our hormones impact these changes and the...
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Healing injuries with the Wasabi Method - shockwave therapy
In this episode, my guest is Dr Adam Gavine, the Director and Chiropractor at Back to Function and the co-founder of the Wasabi Method - a partnership with Dave Asprey. Adam has spent years at the forefront of a leading shock wave therapy company, honing his skills as a lead instructor. His...
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How a Nobel Prize winning molecule can help improve your longevity
Today I chat to Chris Burres the founder and chief scientist at MyVitalC, where he manufactures a Nobel Prize winning molecule responsible for the single longest longevity experimental result in history, a full 90% extension of life. Chris is passionate about longevity and is the intersection…
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The benefits of getting your biological age tested
In today's pod I chat to Dr Lucija Sironic, MBBS, a UK-trained medical doctor and a researcher in the field of glycobiology. Having transitioned from practising medicine in a public healthcare system to GlycanAge, a longevity biotech start-up, Lucija pursues the transfer of cutting-edge…
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The Benefits of Molecular Hydrogen and Stem Cell Therapy
Dr. Mike Van Thielen discusses the benefits of molecular hydrogen and stem cell therapy in this episode of the Biohackher podcast. Molecular hydrogen is a selective antioxidant that can fight oxidative stress inside the cell and protect our DNA, mitochondria, RNA, and proteins. It also has...
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How to biohack your nervous system for longevity
Summary This week I'm joined by Jim Bostock aka The Needle Guy to discuss the power of the nervous system in healing pain and helping the body to stay mobile longer. He has helped thousands of people like Tony Robbins, Boy George, Sheppard, and elite athletes to release their pain and achieve...
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How to beat mould toxicity with biohacks
Summary Camilla Thompson is a fellow biohacker and wellness coach. She shares her journey into biohacking, starting with her own health struggles and eventual diagnosis of mould poisoning. She discusses the importance of personalised health and the need for more education and access to…
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The Longevity Revolution with Professor Nir Barzilai
It's great to be back for Season 2 of the Biohackher Podcast! I have a great line-up of guests this season for you, and first up is Professor Nir Barzilai. Professor Nir presented at the Unlock Healthy Longevity Conference at the National University of Singapore in March, and when I heard him…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
BIOHACKHER aims to inspire women to optimise their health through nourishing self care and biohacks that will help you live well longer.
HOSTED BY
Azra Alagic
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