The Genius Life

Max Lugavere
The Genius Life
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    549: The Top High-Impact, Low Misery Habits for Fat Loss | Light Watkins

    09/2/2026 | 1h 25 mins.
    A surprisingly tactical fat-loss deep dive with Light Watkins—author of The Year You Transform: The Quickest Path to Changing Your Life for the Better—on calorie awareness, protein leverage, added fats, and the small, repeatable systems that make getting lean feel simple instead of miserable.
    15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now!
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    548: The Science of Improving Sexual Pleasure and Intimacy | Nicole McNichols, PhD

    04/2/2026 | 1h 19 mins.
    Psychologist and sex educator Nicole McNichols joins Max to unpack how porn culture, misinformation, and disconnection are sabotaging intimacy—and how the science-backed tools in her new book You Could Be Having Better Sex: The Definitive Guide to a Happier, Healthier, and Hotter Sex Life can help you reclaim pleasure, confidence, and real connection at any age.
    15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now!
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    547: How to Take Control of Your Health With Low-Cost Tools and Testing | Darshan Shah, MD

    02/2/2026 | 1h 6 mins.
    In this episode, board-certified surgeon and the founder and CEO of Next Health, Dr. Darshan Shah explains why modern healthcare is built for emergencies, not prevention, and how becoming the CEO of your own biology using simple biomarkers and the right mindset can help you stay healthier for decades.
    PLEASE NOTE: This episode was taped prior to Jan. 30.
    15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now!
    Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavere
    Watch my new documentary Little Empty Boxes - https://www.maxlugavere.com/film

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    546: Why Muscle Is the Real Organ of Longevity (Do This To Age Better!) | Gabrielle Lyon, DO

    28/1/2026 | 1h 9 mins.
    Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, author of The Forever Strong Playbook, explains why muscle—not body fat—is the real driver of metabolism, aging, and long-term health, and how most people are getting protein and carbs completely wrong.
    15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now!
    Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavere
    Watch my new documentary Little Empty Boxes - https://www.maxlugavere.com/film

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    545: America’s Top Divorce Lawyer on the Real Reason Couples Fall Apart | James Sexton

    26/1/2026 | 2h 3 mins.
    America’s top divorce lawyer James Sexton joins Max to unpack the hard-won wisdom behind his bestselling book How to Stay in Love, and why the smallest moments of disconnection are often what undo relationships.
    15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now!
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About The Genius Life

Science-first wellness podcast that is equal parts rigorous, rebellious, and ridiculously useful. Hosted by Max Lugavere, health and science journalist, New York Times bestselling author, and one of the most trusted voices in nutrition and longevity. ⁣⁣⁣  Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice.
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