

Two Percent with Michael Easter
Lessons from the frontiers of health, psychology, thought, and human experience. Hosted by Michael Easter—New York Times bestselling author of The Comfort Crisis and Scarcity Brain. New episodes are released twice each week.
Episodes


The Fastest Way to Help Animals Isn't Going Vegan | Dan Shannon, Humane League CEO

Dr. Lucy McBride: Why Doctors Miss What's Actually Making You Sick

Blue Zones Debunked: The Longevity Con That's Fooled Millions

Art Is the Missing Pillar of Your Health

Muscle, Not Weight, Predicts How Long You'll Live | How Medicine Gets Weight Loss Wrong with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon

Kidnapped in Colombia, Dinner with the Taliban: What the World’s Most Dangerous Places Actually Teach Us

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Mountaineer and geographer Dr. John Kudrowski shares insights on cultivating an "Everest Ready" mindset, emphasizing that physical and mental preparation for extreme challenges builds resilience for everyday life. By seeking out discomfort and prioritizing growth over external validation, individuals can better navigat...

The Mindset That Won Her $1M+ | How to Make Optimal Decisions with Poker Champion & Psychology PhD Maria Konnikova
Poker serves as a high-stakes laboratory for mastering decision-making, probability, and emotional control. By transitioning from a psychology background to professional play, Maria Konnikova demonstrates that success requires separating the decision process from the outcome, as even the best hand loses frequently due ...

The Self-Improvement Books That Will Actually Change Your Life | Ditch the Overrated Reads

These Sports Protect Your Brain Against Dementia

Ditch the Numbers and Finally Feel Good: A Philosopher's Guide to Health and Happiness

Why Your Brain Is Wired for Negativity — And How to Rewire It

How to Train Your Mind Like an F1 Driver - Neuroscientist Tommy Wood

USMNT’s Quarter Finals Odds + Why Being a Sports Fan is Good For You

Why We Argue About Health Like It’s Religion: Long Covid, Seed Oils & Diets

The Steroid Olympics Flopped: Billionaires, PEDs, and a $1M World Record

The Science of UFC Weight Cuts: How Fighters Lose 20 Pounds in 5 Days (What It Teaches About Diets)

UFC Champion Miesha Tate On How to Wake Up After Life Punches You In The Face

Embrace the Heat To Get Stronger, Happier & More Resilient This Summer
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