Executive Health and Life
by Julian Hayes II
Your biology either supports your performance or limits it.The Executive Health & Life Podcast explores the intersection of biology, leadership, and performance.Energy, focus, recovery, physical presence, and resilience shape how you think, decide, and operate.This show brings together founders, CEOs, operators, and leading experts in health and human performance to examine what it takes to sustain high-level output over time.Hosted by Julian Hayes II, founder of Executive Health, a private advisory for leaders who require their biology to operate at the level their ambition demands.
Episodes
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307. Dr. Sandra Kaufmann on Exosomes, Iron Toxicity, Mast Cells, Sirtuins, Bloodwork Misnomers, and the Longevity Supplements Nobody Talks About
Dr. Sandra Kaufmann is back for round two. She's the creator of the Kaufmann Protocol, author of three books on the science of aging, and a longevity physician. In addition to her clinics in Miami and Las Vegas, she also runs Club Exosome, a quarterly gathering of longevity fanatics she calls a...
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306. Why Successful Leaders Develop High Blood Pressure (Even When They Feel Fine)
High blood pressure is one of the most dangerous and overlooked risks in executive health. Not because it's rare, but because the typical lifestyle of entrepreneurs and executives hides it further. You know your revenue, your margins, and your CAC. But there's a reasonable chance you have no idea...
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305. Geopolitical Strategist Vlada Galan on Advising Heads of State, Global Crisis Management & Building From Nothing
What does it take to advise Heads of State, broker back-channel diplomatic deals, and operate inside the world's most complex political environments, all while building a global firm from scratch? In this episode, Julian sits down with Vlada Galan, geopolitical strategist, crisis management…
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304. How Your Hormones Are Affecting Your Leadership, Finances, and Enterprise Value
Hormones are running your leadership, your decisions, and your enterprise value, whether you know it or not. In this episode, we break down 5 foundational hormones every CEO and entrepreneur needs to understand: testosterone, cortisol, thyroid, insulin, and growth hormone. We cover what each...
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303. Your Doctor Says Your Blood Work Is "Normal," But You Feel Off. Here's Why
Your labs came back clean. Your doctor says your blood work is “normal.” Your weight is “fine.” But your energy is dropping, your thinking feels slower, and there's a ceiling you keep bumping up against. This episode is for that specific situation. It’s far more common among high-performing...
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302. How to Learn Spanish as a Busy Executive Without Feeling Overwhelmed
Learning a new language as a busy executive sounds great in theory. In practice, the process for how to learn Spanish, for most people, is downloading five apps, getting overwhelmed, and quitting within a month. Sound familiar? In this episode, Omar Newman—Spanish educator, coach, and founder of...
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301. The 3 Fat Loss Levers That Separate Leaders Who Get Lean From Those Who Don't
Most disciplined executives and entrepreneurs aren't struggling with fat loss because of effort or willpower. They're struggling because they're out of sequence—jumping straight to peptides, compounds, and advanced protocols before the three biological levers that actually drive fat loss are even...
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300. How to Recover From Burnout Without Stepping Away From a $5M+ Business
Burnout at the executive level doesn't look like a breakdown. It looks like performing while quietly paying a tax that isn't showing up on any report. In this episode, Julian Hayes II walks through a hypothetical scenario and the exact five-move protocol he'd follow to recover from that version…
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299. Peptide Therapy: Are Peptides Signal or Noise for CEOs and High Performers?
In this episode, Julian Hayes II breaks down whether peptide therapy is signal or noise for high-performing leaders. What peptides actually are, how they function inside the body, the real-world caveats most conversations skip, and the foundation that has to come first before any of it makes…
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298. How Much Is Your Health Worth? CEOs and Entrepreneurs Are Leaving Billions on the Table
As a CEO or entrepreneur, gaining an extra year of peak performance is invaluable. This video explores how improved mental clarity, energy, and resilience can significantly impact your outcomes, especially for leaders and decision-makers in high-stakes environments. This video also focuses on...
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297. Peak Performance Has an Expiration Date. But It Doesn't Have To
There’s a window in your life where your biology operates near its absolute best. Peak performance across the board is seamless. In this episode, Julian Hayes II introduces Peakspan, a concept that reframes how leaders should think about their performance, aging, and long-term capacity. Peakspan...
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296. Why Success Is Lonely, Even When Everything Is "Working" | Colette Davenport
Why success is lonely. It’s often not for the reasons you think. Many high-caliber leaders find themselves in periods of collapse and losing their mojo. It’s rarely talked about at the top. Yet, it’s increasingly common. In this episode, Colette Davenport, a private metaphysician to high-caliber...
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295. Inherited Trauma and the Psychology of Health and Wealth with Ruschelle Khanna
How leaders relate to money, success, and stress rarely starts with them. In this opening episode of 2026, Julian Hayes II sits down with Ruschelle Khanna to explore how inherited trauma, family systems, and unspoken money scripts quietly shape your decision-making, health, and legacy—especially...
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294. The Permanent Standard Time Health Benefits You’re Not Hearing Enough About With Jay Pea
The Permanent Standard Time Health Benefits you’re not hearing enough about go far beyond convenience or seasonal preference. In this conversation, Jay Pea, founder and president of Save Standard Time, breaks down why ending clock changes matters for our sleep, safety, health, and society at…
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293. How a CEO Advisory Board Improves Your Decision-Making, Health, and Leadership With Anthony Moss
How do you lead at the highest level when everyone assumes you already have all the answers? In this episode, Anthony Moss joins Julian Hayes II to discuss the importance of a CEO advisory board and unpack the “commercially lonely” reality of being a CEO, along with why the smartest leaders are…
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292: How to Deal With Stress as a High-Visibility Leader: 4 Essential Playbooks
High-level leaders often ask how to deal with stress, but most never consider the cost of visibility. In this episode, Julian Hayes II breaks down the hidden physiological and psychological load carried by CEOs, founders, and A-level operators whose presence is constantly being interpreted,...
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291. Borrow My 13 Rules: How I Stay Healthy, Sharp, Fit, and Focused Year-Round (2025 Edition)
In this episode, Julian Hayes II answers a recent question posed: “How do I stay healthy and fit year-round?”. In this episode, he’ll share 13 personal laws that form his health and performance operating system. No hacks. No trends. Just timeless principles built on precision, discipline, and...
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290. If I Had to Lose 20 Pounds in 3 Months As A Busy A-Level Leader, I’d Follow These 8 Steps
If you’ve ever wondered how to lose 20 pounds in 3 months while leading a business, traveling, and managing endless meetings, this episode breaks it down. Julian Hayes II shares a pragmatic yet high-performance blueprint rooted in precision, sustainability, and identity, rather than restriction....
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289. The Benefits of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy For Business Leaders with Dr. Jason Sonners
In this episode of Executive Health & Life, host Julian Hayes II sits down with Dr. Jason Sonners, a leading expert in Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT), to explore how this cutting-edge modality can help executives, entrepreneurs, and high performers improve their recovery, mental clarity, and...
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288. How to Recover From Burnout: Chazz Scott On Why Success Starts Within
How to recover from burnout isn’t just about working less. It’s about redefining success from the inside out. In this episode, author Chazz Scott joins Julian Hayes II to share why true success starts within. Burnout has become the silent epidemic of high achievers. Chazz Scott, author of Success...
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287. Managing Your Health As A Modern CEO and Founder Starts With Asymmetrical Thinking
Managing your health as a modern CEO or founder requires a different mindset than the linear strategies often used in business. In this episode, we dive into why asymmetrical thinking, a concept normally applied to investing and strategy, is the key to thriving as a leader. Instead of trading…
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286. From Baggage Handler to Private Jet President: Stephanie Chung on High-Performance Leadership
From starting as a baggage handler at Boston Logan Airport to becoming the first African-American to lead a major private aviation company, Stephanie Chung has redefined what’s possible in leadership. In this episode, she shares how to build high-performance teams, lead people who aren’t like…
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285. How To Get Fit As A Busy Executive: Focus On These 2 Metrics to Outperform the Competition
How To Get Fit as a busy executive isn’t about chasing fad workouts or obsessing over the scale. In this episode, Julian Hayes II reveals two high-leverage fitness metrics that not only predict how long you’ll lead but also how well you’ll perform in business and life. You’ll learn why visceral…
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284. How to Lose Weight When You’re in Back-to-Back Meetings All Day
Are you constantly in meetings and struggling to find time to focus on your health? In this episode, discover how even the busiest executives can lose weight and regain energy without fad diets, exhausting workouts, or overhauling their lives. Julian Hayes II breaks down a powerful system for...
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283. The Health OS Upgrade: 4 Key Pillars For Sustainable High Performance
Want to know how to be fit and healthy while running a business, leading teams, and making high-stakes decisions? In this episode, Julian Hayes II shares the four core pillars of a modern Health Operating System (Health OS) that high-level leaders must build to sustain long-term energy,...
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282. Why CEOs and Founders Should Treat Their Health Like a Billion-Dollar Asset
As a high-performing CEO or founder, you track revenue, churn, and margins — but are you tracking your health with the same precision? In this episode, Julian breaks down 11 biological KPIs every elite leader should monitor to multiply energy, focus, longevity, and impact. If you’re building a...
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281. How to Manage Stress and Avoid Burnout: 5 Hidden Psychological Traps Draining Founders and CEOs
Learn how to manage stress and avoid burnout by uncovering five hidden psychological traps that silently drain leaders' energy, clarity, and performance. In this episode, Julian breaks down the mental habits that even elite founders and CEOs can fall into—ones that sabotage health, leadership…
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280. Fourth of July: Why Optimal Health Is the Ultimate Freedom
This Fourth of July, while we celebrate independence, it’s worth asking—are you truly free if your health is in chains? In this short post-run episode, I reflect on why optimal health is the ultimate form of freedom—and how too many high performers have unknowingly surrendered their internal...
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279. VetComm CEO Kate Monroe on Real Leadership, Mental Toughness, and Taking Her Fight to Congress
If you’ve ever wondered how to be a resilient leader in a world that often rewards comfort and conformity, this conversation with Kate Monroe is for you. A Marine Corps veteran, author of multiple books, founder and CEO of VetComm, and a former congressional candidate, Kate’s story is steeped in...
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278. Dr. Martin Moore-Ede on How Blue Light Hijacks Your Metabolism, Sleep, and Life Without You Noticing
In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Martin Moore-Ede, a Harvard-trained physician and pioneering circadian scientist, to explain how something as familiar as modern lighting is silently wreaking havoc on your health. From blue light's effects on metabolism and sleep to how most homes and…
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277. 7 Key Habits Top Leaders Use To Stay Mentally Sharp, Energetic, and Resilient Despite Crushing Demands
Want to know how top CEOs stay sharp, energized, and resilient—even under extreme pressure? In this episode, Executive Health coach and strategist Julian Hayes II shares 7 science-backed habits that high-performing CEOs and founders use to maintain their mental and physical edge without burning...
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276. Dr. Carl Rothschild on the Benefits Of Red Light Therapy and Why You’re Only Just Hearing About It
Red light therapy is rapidly becoming one of the most promising non-invasive treatments for healing, fat loss, energy, aging, and much more. And in this episode, Dr. Carl Rothschild explains exactly why. Dr. Rothschild is a veteran chiropractor, author of Illuminated Healing, and a pioneer in red...
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275. Everything You’ve Been Told About Heart Health (and Cholesterol) Is Outdated with Dr. Anand Patel
Heart health is one of the most misunderstood—and yet, one of the most critical—topics in modern medicine. In this episode, Dr. Anand Patel joins me to break down why traditional heart disease screening is outdated, what tests you actually need, and why cholesterol alone doesn’t tell the full...
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274. Icelandic Author and Filmmaker Hrund Gunnsteinsdóttir Shares How to Use Your Intuition to Thrive and Lead In A Turbulent World
Learn how to use your intuition to navigate life’s uncertainty and lead in a turbulent world with Hrund Gunnsteinsdóttir, Icelandic author, filmmaker, and global thought leader on imagination, resilience, and inner wisdom. In this wide-ranging conversation, we explore InnSaei—the Icelandic word…
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273. Chris Burres on the Hidden Nobel Prize-winning Molecule That Helps Your Cells Recover and Healthy Aging
Chris Burres is a scientist, entrepreneur, and co-founder of MyVitalC, best known for bringing ESS60—a purified form of Carbon 60—to the health and wellness world. In this episode, Chris shares how this NASA-researched and Nobel Prize-winning longevity molecule is making waves in the worlds of...
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272. The Hidden Dangers of Sleep Deprivation on Leadership and Performance
In this episode, we uncover the hidden dangers of sleep deprivation and its overlooked impact on leadership, decision-making, and long-term performance. If you're a CEO, founder, or high-performing professional who believes sleep is optional, this is your wake-up call. Julian explains the science...
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271. Why Is Sun Exposure Good For You: Unlock Your Sunlight Advantage
Why is sun exposure good for you, and why have we ignored it for so long? In this solo episode, Julian discusses how natural sunlight can optimize your biology, sharpen your focus, and elevate your executive performance—without pills or gadgets. Discover the six phases of daily sunlight and how...
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270. Leslie Kenny on Optimizing Fertility, Healthy Aging, Reversing Biological Age, and the Hidden Power of Spermidine [Part 2]
In this episode, longevity expert and autoimmune survivor Leslie Kenny returns to share how she reversed her biological age to 21, despite being almost 60 years old. From overcoming lupus and rheumatoid arthritis to naturally conceiving at 42 after years of infertility, Leslie’s journey is…
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269. The Harmful Effects of Artificial Light on Cancer Risk, Weight Gain, and More
The harmful effects of artificial light are more serious than most people realize. In this episode, I break down two studies showing how nighttime light exposure can disrupt your metabolism, increase insulin resistance, and even potentially raise your long-term cancer risk. You'll find this…
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268. The Hidden Power of Strategic Pauses for Peak Performance
Most high performers think constant motion equals progress—but the truth is, peak performance often requires a pause. In this episode, discover the hidden power of strategic timeouts. Whether you’re facing Q2 fatigue, lost momentum, or mounting distractions, learn how a well-timed reset can...
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267. Dave Durand (9-Figure Founder & CEO): Why Success Isn’t What You Think, How to Lead Giants, and Winning in Business (and Life) Without Losing Your Soul
In this episode, I sit down with 9-figure founder and CEO Dave Durand to uncover the hard truth about success, leadership, and personal growth. Durand is a serial entrepreneur, leadership expert, and bestselling author, including his newest one, Leading Giants: A Leader's Guide to Maximum...
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266. Wearable Devices and Health Data: 10 Health Metrics Leaders Need to Pay Attention To
Wearable devices and health data are revolutionizing how leaders optimize performance and longevity. In this episode, you’ll learn the 10 key (and fundamental) health metrics every executive should track to improve their energy, recovery, and resilience. — Episode Chapter Big Ideas (timing may…
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265: Dr. Robert Lufkin: The Truth About Metabolic Health, Why Western Medicine is Failing, and How to Take Control of Your Health
Dr. Robert Lufkin joins me to discuss the metabolic health crisis, the shortcomings of modern medicine, and the misconceptions he previously taught in medical school. We explore chronic disease, nutritional myths, cholesterol, statins, and the unseen forces influencing public health. Dr. Lufkin...
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264. The Benefits of Spending Time Alone: Why Leaders Need Solitude
The benefits of spending time alone go far beyond relaxation—solitude is power. In this episode, discover why top CEOs, including Apple’s Tim Cook, prioritize alone time to improve clarity, creativity, and decision-making. Learn how solitude helps you manage stress, avoid burnout, and become a...
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263. How Your Physical Appearance Can Unlock Your Executive Presence
Your physical appearance is more than skin deep—it’s a key part to unlock your executive presence. In this episode, discover how refining your style, health, and fitness can boost your influence, command respect, and project confidence as a leader. Learn why presentation matters in a…
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262. Mistakes Sabotaging Your Fitness Journey Starts With This 1 Thing
Many people desire to optimize their health but make a critical mistake. There can be various mistakes sabotaging your fitness your fitness journey, but this one thing comes up very often now in today’s hyper connected and information-rich world. — Connect with Julian and Executive Health —...
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261. Trace Minerals? The Hidden Deficiency in 97% of High Performers
Trace minerals are the hidden deficiency affecting 97% of high performers. In this episode, discover why these essential nutrients are critical for energy, focus, and resilience—and how to replenish them. Learn how trace minerals impact everything from brain health to stress resilience, and get...
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260. U.S. Surgeon General Warning On Alcohol and Cancer: What Leaders Should Know
The U.S. Surgeon General Warning shared a strong link between alcohol consumption and cancer in his latest report. In this episode, we explore some aspects of the Surgeon General's report and relate it to leaders, starting with its impact on health, performance, and longevity. — Episode Chapter…
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259. Muscle Power: The Hidden Healthy Aging Biomarker You're Neglecting
Muscle power is the healthy aging biomarker most people overlook, yet it’s crucial for staying strong, independent, and vibrant as you age. In this episode, discover why muscle power matters more than strength alone and how it impacts your longevity, energy, and resilience. Learn simple…
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258. The Importance of Mental Health in Business for Leaders Who Hide Their Stress to "Stay Strong"
The importance of mental health in business goes beyond personal well-being—it’s a leadership necessity. In this episode, we uncover why leaders who hide their stress may risk their success and the health of their organizations. Learn how prioritizing mental health can improve your…
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About this show
Your biology either supports your performance or limits it.The Executive Health & Life Podcast explores the intersection of biology, leadership, and performance.Energy, focus, recovery, physical presence, and resilience shape how you think, decide, and operate.This show brings together founders, CEOs, operators, and leading experts in health and human performance to examine what it takes to sustain high-level output over time.Hosted by Julian Hayes II, founder of Executive Health, a private advisory for leaders who require their biology to operate at the level their ambition demands.
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Julian Hayes II