Andrew Huberman

How Placebo Effects Work to Change Our Biology & Psychology

AMA #16: Sleep, Vertigo, TBI, OCD, Tips for Travelers, Gut-Brain Axis & More

Dr. Becky Kennedy: Protocols for Excellent Parenting & Improving Relationships of All Kinds

Effective parenting and healthy relationship dynamics hinge on the concept of "sturdiness"—the ability to remain connected to one's own values while simultaneously empathizing with another person's experience. Clinical psychologist Dr. Becky Kennedy emphasizes that a parent's primary job consists of setting clear, acti...

Dr. Mark D'Esposito: How to Optimize Cognitive Function & Brain Health

This podcast episode delves into the intricate workings of the brain's frontal lobes and prefrontal cortex, elucidating their pivotal roles in cognitive control, decision-making, and behavior regulation, while exploring the implications of frontal lobe damage and the impact of factors like technology and trauma on cogn...

How to Improve Oral Health & Its Critical Role in Brain & Body Health

This podcast episode emphasizes the critical connection between oral health and overall well-being, encouraging listeners to rethink their dental habits through a comprehensive examination of oral anatomy, the role of bacteria in cavities, and the impact of diet and various products on oral microbiome health. By debunk...

Dr. Kay Tye: The Biology of Social Interactions and Emotions

This podcast episode delves into the multifaceted roles of the amygdala, challenging the long-held belief that it is solely responsible for fear while highlighting its involvement in a variety of emotional processes, including the encoding of rewards and the necessity of social interaction. Through insightful discussio...

AMA #15: Fluoride Benefits/Risks & Vagus Nerve Stimulation

This podcast episode examines the complex role of fluoride in oral health, detailing its benefits in strengthening teeth against decay while also cautioning against its poisonous potential at high concentrations. Andrew provides a historical perspective on fluoridation practices, discusses the critical importance of do...

Tools to Enhance Working Memory & Attention

Journal Club with Dr. Peter Attia | Effects of Light & Dark on Mental Health & Treatments for Cancer

This podcast episode delves into the intricate relationship between light exposure, mental health, and the emerging field of immunotherapy in cancer treatment, emphasizing the biological mechanisms of circadian rhythms and the critical balance of light and darkness for mental well-being, while also highlighting the pot...

Dr. Sean Mackey: Tools to Reduce & Manage Pain

This podcast episode delves into the multifaceted experience of pain, revealing its complex nature as a sensory and emotional phenomenon shaped by individual perceptions and experiences. Dr. Mackey emphasizes the necessity of understanding pain's subjective aspects, the biological mechanisms behind it, and the role of ...

Cold & Flu: When Are You Most Contagious?

How to Prevent & Treat Colds & Flu

Colds and flus are viral infections transmitted primarily through surface contact and subsequent face-touching, rather than exposure to cold temperatures. The immune system functions through three layers: physical barriers, the innate immune system, and the adaptive immune system. Bolstering the innate immune system—th...

David Goggins: How to Build Immense Inner Strength

This podcast episode delves into David Goggins's unyielding philosophy on personal growth, emphasizing that true learning and success stem from confronting discomfort and failure rather than seeking quick fixes. Goggins candidly shares his struggles with ADHD and the painstaking efforts he invests in mastering his inte...

AMA #14: 2023 Philanthropy, Evening Routine, Light Therapy, Health Metrics & More

This podcast episode presents an engaging Q&A session with Andrew Huberman, where he discusses vital topics ranging from brain function related to willpower to healthy routines that influence sleep and fitness. With gratitude towards his supporters enabling research funding, Huberman emphasizes the importance of embrac...

Rick Rubin: Protocols to Access Creative Energy and Process

Dr. Robert Lustig: How Sugar & Processed Foods Impact Your Health

This podcast episode features Andrew Huberman and Dr. Lustig as they critically examine the misconceptions surrounding caloric intake and the complexities of nutrition, emphasizing that not all calories are equal, and that factors such as food type, sugar addiction, and ultimately societal influences must be addressed ...

LIVE EVENT Q&A: Dr. Andrew Huberman Question & Answer in Chicago, IL

Dr. Karen Parker: The Causes & Treatments for Autism

This podcast episode dives deep into the multifaceted understanding of autism, exploring its genetic basis, neural networks, environmental influences, and the role of neuropeptides like oxytocin and vasopressin. Dr. Parker emphasizes the complexity of autism as a spectrum of disorders with varying origins, the necessit...

Robert Greene: A Process for Finding & Achieving Your Unique Purpose

The podcast explores the process of finding one's purpose and the importance of self-awareness in navigating life's path. Robert Greene, author of "Mastery," shares insights on identifying unique childhood inclinations and distinguishing between genuine and false forms of the sublime to achieve a fulfilling life's task...

AMA #13: Winter Months & Sickness, Wim Hof Breathing & Stressors