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WELLPOWER: Breath, Cold & Biohacking
by Kristin Weitzel
A biohacking change-maker where intuition, science, self-experimentation, research, biology, technology, nutrition, fitness, environment, mindset, and wellness intersect. The show strives to give listeners insights and approachable methods to build the most effective and efficient path to building a stronger, healthier and ultimately…happier life. WELLPOWER is the ultimate biohacking roadmap and here to share continued learning around health optimization. And, it would be an honor to have you join in the conversation!
Episodes
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WHY YOU CAN’T RELAX—AND HOW YOUR BREATH CAN HELP - E155
Get ready to ride the wave of human performance with one of the most dynamic minds in the game! In this episode, Kristin sits down with Kiwi legend and human performance coach Dave Wood—a man whose journey spans from rugged surf rescues in New Zealand to transforming elite athletes and corporate...
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YOU’RE PROBABLY NOT HYDRATING THE WAY YOU THINK - E154
What if the key to sustained energy, detoxification, and overall wellness has been hiding in plain sight? In this eye-opening episode, co-founder of Beam Minerals, the incredible Caroline Alan, dives deep into the power of minerals. From humic and fulvic minerals to the true difference between...
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IS STRESS SECRETLY KEEPING YOU SICK? - E153
The incredible Dr. Christine Smith—a powerhouse in the realm of injury recovery, inflammation prevention, and subconscious reprogramming, dives deep into the interconnected world of functional medicine, cognitive neuroscience, and holistic healing. Dr. Christine brings a revolutionary…
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HOW TO OPTIMIZE YOUR BODY THROUGH PERIMENOPAUSE - E152
Kristin sits down to talk with an esteemed exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist, Dr. Stacy Sims. The conversation delves into specialized female training and nutrition strategies, circadian rhythm-based eating, and the drawbacks of intermittent fasting for women. They also touch on the...
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YOU'RE NOT HEALING—YOU'RE JUST COPING (WHAT PSYCHEDELICS ACTUALLY DO) | Dr. Stefanie Kleine - E151
BE THE WORK: The Shift from Human Doing to Human Being: https://a.co/d/0doYT25h Kristin invites Dr. Stefanie Kleine to share how a lifetime of achievement, perfectionism, and performance led her to discover a radically different path to healing through self-awareness, Internal Family Systems…
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WHY YOU'RE ALWAYS TIRED EVEN AFTER SLEEPING ALL NIGHT | Wade Lightheart - E150
Kristin and Wade Lightheart pull back the curtain on the science behind magnesium, nervous system regulation, gut health, and why most people are unknowingly deficient in one of the body's most important minerals. The discussion explores what separates high-quality supplements from clever...
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THE QUESTIONS EVERYONE SHOULD ASK ABOUT PSYCHEDELICS | Dr. Benjamin Malcolm - E149
Pharmacist and psychopharmacology expert Ben Malcolm breaks down the science, safety, and psychology behind psychedelic-assisted healing. From the importance of preparation and mindset to medication interactions, trauma, and choosing qualified facilitators, this episode explores what every…
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WHY MOST PEOPLE GET MICRODOSING WRONG—AND THE RIGHT WAY TO DO IT | Tiffany Hurd - E148
Get 20% off your Golden Rule Mushrooms with code SHERPA: https://goldenrulemushrooms.com/coupon-code/kristin10/shop/ Kristin and microdosing advisor Tiffany Hurd explore the intersection of trauma, consciousness, personal growth, and the intentional use of psychedelic practices as tools for...
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COULD PSYCHEDELICS SUCCEED WHERE TRADITIONAL THERAPY FALLS SHORT? | Dr. Jeff McNairy - E147
Dr. Jeff McNairy shares his journey from traditional clinical psychology to becoming a pioneer in psychedelic-assisted healing. Together, we explore the science behind ketamine, MDMA, iboga, and ayahuasca, the role of trauma in shaping our lives, and why true healing requires far more than…
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HOW CHRONIC STRESS REWIRES THE BRAIN (AND HOW TO REVERSE IT) | Dr. Dave Rabin - E146
Kristin sits down with Apollo Neuro co-founder, Dr. David Rabin, as they dive deep into the science of safety, nervous system regulation, and the future of trauma healing. From PTSD and fear learning to wearable technology that helps the body shift out of fight-or-flight in real time, this...
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IS AI ABOUT TO WORSEN MENTAL HEALTH? | Sabba Nazhand - E145
Sabba Nazhand, Co-Founder & CEO of Safar, shares his deeply personal journey through trauma, depression, psychedelics, and transformation, revealing how those experiences led him to build an AI-powered platform designed to support integration, mental health, and lasting behavioral change.…
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MDMA THERAPY IS TRANSFORMING TRAUMA HEALING | Jonathan Robinson - E144
Jonathan Robinson joins the show for a powerful conversation on trauma, healing, intimacy, and the evolving role of MDMA-assisted therapy in mental health and relationships. From surviving a violent childhood to becoming one of the world’s leading voices in emotional healing and conscious...
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COLD-PLUNGE MEDITATION: FINDING YOUR INNER STARLIGHT - E143
In this calming guided meditation, Kristin leads you through a restorative post-cold plunge experience designed to help regulate the nervous system, deepen self-awareness, and integrate the transformation that follows moments of stress or challenge. Created for use after cold exposure—but equally...
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THE HIDDEN ENERGY SOURCE YOUR BODY WAS BUILT TO USE | Joe Phair - E142
Joe Phair, CEO of Godspeed Nutrition INC., unpacks the science and philosophy behind ketones, metabolic flexibility, and the overlooked foundations of true health. From a life-altering traumatic brain injury to building a performance-driven wellness brand, Joe shares with Kristin how adversity...
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FROM MOLECULES TO MEANING: HOW PSYCHEDELICS REWIRE THE BRAIN — AND WHY INTEGRATION IS THE REAL MEDICINE | Manesh Girn - E141
Kristin invites neuroscientist and educator Manesh Girn, who breaks down what really happens in the brain during psychedelic experiences and why it matters more than ever in today’s rapidly evolving world. From the hidden beliefs shaping your reality to the powerful role of neuroplasticity, this...
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THE BUSINESS MODEL BEHIND YOUR DIAGNOSIS (AND WHAT TO DO ABOUT IT) | Paul Burgess - E140
Kristin invites functional medicine specialist, Paul Burgess, as he dives deep into the uncomfortable truths about modern health, prevention, and personal responsibility. He explores why so many people stay stuck in cycles of illness, misinformation, and reactive care, and what it actually takes…
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YOUR MITOCHONDRIA MIGHT BE FAILING—AND AGING YOU FASTER | Dr. Siobhan Mitchell - E139
Neuroscientist Dr. Siobhan Mitchell unpacks the science behind mitochondrial health, cellular energy, and why they may hold the key to slowing aging and protecting brain function. From groundbreaking insights into Alzheimer’s research to the surprising role of calorie restriction, fasting, and...
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WHY YOUR NERVOUS SYSTEM KEEPS YOU STUCK AND HOW PSYCHEDELICS MAY FIX IT | Steve Sapourn - E138
Steve Sapourn and Kristin dive into the powerful intersection of nervous system science, trauma recovery, and personal transformation, sharing not just theory but lived experience. From confronting past pain and breaking generational patterns to learning how to regulate in real time, this...
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BREAKING THE ICE OF YOUR FIRST COLD PLUNGE - E137
In this guided ice bath facilitation, Kristin leads listeners through a simple but powerful 90-second cold plunge practice designed to build resilience through breath and mindset. With nearly a decade of experience guiding thousands of people into cold water, Kristin walks you step-by-step…
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CAN MDMA REWIRE YOUR SLEEP? | Mollie Eastman - E136
Kristin and Mollie Eastman of Sleep Is A Skill dive into how sleep disruption, anxiety, burnout, and hypervigilance are often signals of unresolved nervous system patterns rather than simple lifestyle issues. You’ll hear how intentional preparation, safe facilitation, and post-experience...
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THE REBIRTH OF THE MATURE MASCULINE IN A TIME OF CULTURAL FRACTURE | Wayne Barkus - E135
Men’s coach Wayne Barkus breaks down why traditional talk therapy often fails men, how somatic work creates real emotional capacity, and what it actually takes for men to lead, love, and relate from a grounded place. Drawing from lived experience, initiatory men’s work, and deep relational…
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COMFORT IS MAKING YOU WEAK BUT COLD EXPOSURE CAN REVERSE IT | Wyatt Ewing - E134
Wyatt Ewing, founder of Ice Barrel explores how deliberate discomfort can transform your nervous system, mindset, and daily life. Wyatt shares his deeply personal journey with cold water, from a childhood polar plunge to building one of the most recognized cold therapy brands in the world.…
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THE PROBLEM SMART HOMES CAN’T SOLVE (AND WHY REGENERATIVE REAL ESTATE CAN) | Caroline Howell - E133
Caroline Howell, a former private equity executive who radically reimagined what success, health, and impact could look like, shares her journey from burnout and chronic illness to co-creating regenerative, living-systems developments that restore land, protect biodiversity, and nourish human...
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YOU GOT WHAT YOU WANTED BUT ARE STILL EMPTY—HERE’S WHY | Finnian Kelly - E132
Visionary leader, author, and breathwork guide Finnian Kelly explores the power of intentionality, the courage to face old patterns, and the profound moments that crack us open to deeper truth. Finnian shares his journey through fatherhood, trauma, healing, and the spiritual science of...
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UNLOCK YOUR NEUROCHEMISTRY BY REMOVING THIS ONE DAILY HABIT | Amanda Kuda - E131
Amanda Kuda opens up about choosing an alcohol-free life without a “rock bottom,” how removing one habit can transform every layer of your potential, and why this movement is far bigger than wellness trends. This conversation dives into the deeper truth beneath “normal” drinking culture…
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THE HIDDEN BRAINWAVE SHIFT THAT REGULATES EVERY WOMAN’S NERVOUS SYSTEM | Dr. Melissa Sonners - E130
What if the key to reclaiming your true self isn’t found in more hustle, but in nervous system regulation, brainwave awareness, and micro-moments of self-connection? Dr. Melissa Sonners shares her powerful journey from burnout and illness to rediscovering alignment, intuition, and playful…
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RECLAIM YOUR BODY AFTER YEARS OF DISSOCIATION WITH THIS PSYCHEDELIC-SOMATIC METHOD | Olivia Young - E129
Olivia Young joins Kristin to explore trauma, transformation, and the courageous path to self-healing. From surviving sexual assault and disassociation to rediscovering wholeness through movement, plant medicine, and inner work, Olivia reveals how pain can become a portal to power. Together they...
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HEAL TRAUMA FASTER THAN TALK THERAPY WITH PSYCHEDELICS, SOMATICS & IFS | Mike Zeller - E128
Kristin sits down with mentor and transformational guide Mike Zeller to explore the profound intersection of trauma healing, psychedelics, and personal transformation. Together, they unpack how therapies like MDMA-assisted IFS work, somatic practices, and sacred medicines are reshaping the way we...
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RENOWNED NUTRITIONIST WARNS AGAINST LOW-FAT DIETS | Dylan Gemelli - E127
Dylan Gemelli opens up about his incredible journey from modeling and prison time to becoming a respected voice in health, fitness, and biohacking. He shares with Kristin raw truths about resilience, overcoming negative self-talk, optimizing nutrition, and unlocking the power of cellular health....
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THE MENTAL PRISONS KEEPING YOU STUCK IN GRIEF & PAIN | Peter Crone - E126
Kristin welcomes Peter Crone, the renowned “Mind Architect,” for a deeply personal and liberating conversation. Together, they unravel the human experience of grief, loss, and healing, and how our deepest pain often holds the key to our greatest freedom. From childhood trauma to awakening, Peter...
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COMEDIAN JUDGES THE TOP BIOHACKS—& DISCOVERS ALIENS ARE ACTUALLY HEALTH GURUS | Brent Pella - E125
Comedian, creator, and wellness satirist, Brent Pella, joins Kristin for an insightful, yet laugh out loud conversation on navigating life’s highs and lows with humor. From the gritty realities of the comedy grind and the wild absurdities of biohacking culture, to the transformative power of...
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HOW PEMF MATS CAN REGULATE YOUR NERVOUS SYSTEM | Mike McPherson & Alyssa Blue - E124
From living in a leaking bus during a torrential downpour to creating one of the most innovative healing tools on the market, Mike and Alyssa’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. In this heartfelt and high-energy conversation, they open up about the struggles that shaped their mission…
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BREATHWORK TO UNWIND ANXIETY - E123
Unwind stress, calm anxiety, and support restful sleep with Kristin’s most popular guided breathwork session, Riding the Wave. This 10-minute practice uses calming handpan music and intentional breathing techniques to restore your nervous system and bring you back to balance—anytime you need it....
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ALGAE: THE TINY SUPERFOOD BOOSTING ENERGY, IMMUNITY & LONGEVITY | Catharine Arnston - E122
Kristin sits down with the unstoppable Catharine Arnston—founder of ENERGYbits and a globally recognized algae expert to unpack the unmatched power of spirulina and chlorella. From healing her sister’s cancer to earning a PhD at nearly 70, Catharine shares her journey of turning a tiny superfood...
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A LOVE LETTER TO YOUR NERVOUS SYSTEM - E121
Kristin invites listeners into an intimate love letter to the nervous system. Broadcasting from the Psychedelic Science Conference, Kristin vulnerably shares the highs and lows of her past year and a half. Grief, healing, connection, and growth, while exploring how breathwork, presence, and…
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HOW QUANTUM ENERGY BLOCKS HARMFUL EMF AND REDUCES STRESS | Todd Shipman - E120
Kristin welcomes quantum energy expert Todd Shipman for a deep dive into the science, mystery, and life-changing potential of quantum energy and entanglement. From the emotional healing that followed his divorce to the scientifically-backed impact of quantum upgrades, Todd shares how this…
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AMERICAN NINJA WARRIOR ON OVERCOMING FEAR & NEGATIVE THOUGHTS TO MANIFEST YOUR COMEBACK | Angela Gargano - E119
Kristin sits down with four-time American Ninja Warrior, fitness cover model, and resilience expert Angela Gargano to uncover the raw, unfiltered truth behind her remarkable comebacks, from torn ACLs and emotional breakdowns to entrepreneurial pivots and keynote stages. Angela shares the deeply...
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HOW PEAK PSYCHEDELIC EXPERIENCES & SPEAKING HIS TRUTH REWIRED TAH’S BRAIN | Tah Whitty - E118
Kristin sits down with former ER nurse, co-founder of The Condor Approach, and master of integration, Tah Whitty, to explore what truly heals. Tah shares his powerful story of witnessing thousands of deaths, the emotional toll of frontline healthcare, and the deep inner work that led him from...
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HOW OZONE THERAPY CHANGED ONE MAN’S CANCER PROGNOSIS | Micah Lowe - E117
What if the key to healing chronic fatigue, inflammation, or brain fog wasn't another pill, but oxygen, delivered in a transformative new way? Kristin speaks to Micah Lowe, leading voice in ozone therapy and founder of Simply O3. From a deeply personal journey sparked by his brother’s cancer...
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GIVEN 5 YEARS TO LIVE—HERE’S HOW SHE BIOHACKED AUTOIMMUNITY AND AGING | Leslie Kenny - E116
Primeadine discount code for 15% off: WELLPOWER or visit the link: https://oxford-healthspan.myshopify.com/KristinWeitzel What if your biological age could be decades younger than your actual one? At nearly 60, Leslie Kenny has the cellular health of a 21-year-old, and in this riveting...
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CONSCIOUS BREATHWORK TECHNIQUES FOR STRESS & ANXIETY | Dan Brulé - E115
Kristin sits down with the legendary Dan Brulé — pioneer of breathwork in the Western world, author, and global teacher to over 300,000 students. From near-death experiences and military deep-sea diving to teaching breathwork to elite performers and first responders, Dan shares his extraordinary...
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MASCULINE-FEMININE RELATIONSHIP DYNAMICS & FINDING YOUR PURPOSE | BC Serna - E114
What if you could walk into a room, speak from your heart, and help people drop their masks in real time? This episode is more than just a conversation—it's a transformational experience. Kristin sits down with visionary leader and global purpose mentor, BC Serna, in an intimate, soul-stirring...
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THE TRUTH ABOUT PSYCHEDELICS, MICRODOSING & MENTAL HEALTH | Paul Austin - E113
In this illuminating episode, Kristin sits down with Paul Austin—pioneer of the psychedelic renaissance and founder of Third Wave—for an unfiltered, deeply insightful conversation about the transformative power of psychedelics. From his first LSD experience at 19 to leading global education on...
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44 VETERANS DIE EVERY DAY—CAN BIOHACKING STOP PTSD? | Cary Reichbach - E112
In this raw, revelatory episode, Kristin sits down with Army veteran and founder of Grey Team, Cary Reichbach, to expose the silent crisis affecting our nation's heroes—veteran suicide. The numbers are staggering—up to 44 veterans a day take their own lives. But behind the statistics are stories…
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SAUNA MASTER EXPLAINS THE AUFGUSS RITUAL THAT WILL RESET YOUR NERVOUS SYSTEM | Cosmin Ciric - E111
Welcome to a journey into the heart of heat. In this episode, we sit down with Cosmin Nicolae Ciric, the visionary Wellness Director of Therme Bucharest and one of the leading forces shaping the modern sauna renaissance. From ancient herbal rituals and the roots of balneology to the theatrical,...
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HOT BOX CULTURE: SAUNAS, SWEAT LODGES, & HAMMAM | Mikkel Aaland - E110
Step into the steam and discover the power of sweat in this soul-stirring episode. Kristin welcomes legendary photographer, author, and sauna scholar Mikkel Aaland, whose five-decade journey through global sweat bathing traditions—from Finnish saunas to Russian banyas, Turkish hammams, and Native...
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COLD PLUNGING FOR FEMALES: THE REAL DEAL - E109
What’s the real story behind women and cold plunging? In this deeply insightful and unfiltered episode, we dive headfirst into the fiery debate surrounding female physiology and cold exposure. Prompted by a viral Mel Robbins x Dr. Stacy Sims soundbite, and amplified by voices like Andrew Huberman...
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HOW TOP ATHLETES STAY CALM UNDER PRESSURE | Dave Wood - E108
Get ready to ride the wave of human performance with one of the most dynamic minds in the game! In this episode, Kristin sits down with Kiwi legend and human performance coach Dave Wood—a man whose journey spans from rugged surf rescues in New Zealand to transforming elite athletes and corporate...
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DISRUPTING THE HEALTH PARADIGM | Josh Trent - E107
Wellness visionary, Josh Trent uncovers the keys to personal growth, emotional intelligence, and true well-being in this transformative episode. As the founder of Wellness + Wisdom Media, Josh has dedicated his life to exploring the intersection of mindset, breathwork, and holistic health…
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SCHVITZ, SAUNA, & COLD PLUNGE: THE POWER OF THERMAL THERAPY | Paddy Lynch - E106
In this sizzling episode, a third-generation funeral director turned bathhouse owner, Paddy Lynch, who’s preserving the legacy of The Schvitz—Detroit’s historic bathhouse with a wild, storied past, dives deep into the world of community, history, and the transformative power of sweat. From a…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
A biohacking change-maker where intuition, science, self-experimentation, research, biology, technology, nutrition, fitness, environment, mindset, and wellness intersect. The show strives to give listeners insights and approachable methods to build the most effective and efficient path to building a stronger, healthier and ultimately…happier life. WELLPOWER is the ultimate biohacking roadmap and here to share continued learning around health optimization. And, it would be an honor to have you join in the conversation!
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Kristin Weitzel
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