Friendship isn’t just a feel-good concept—it’s essential for your health, happiness, and longevity. In this episode of The Doctor’s Farmacy, I sit down with world-renowned author and leadership expert Simon Sinek to explore the science and psychology of friendship—why we need it, how it impacts our biology, and what it takes to build deep, meaningful relatio ... Show More
Sep 2
What We Got Wrong About the Gut Microbiome (And What's Actually Right)
We hear a lot about improving gut health through food, probiotics, and supplements. But after more than a decade of major advances in microbiome research, the picture has become both more promising and more complex. In this episode, I’m joined by gastroenterologist and neuroscien ... Show More
1h 4m
Aug 31
ADHD Is a Whole-Body Problem: What to Look at Beyond the Brain
ADHD is usually treated as a problem in the brain. But what if some of the factors making it harder to focus, regulate your mood, or manage your symptoms are actually coming from somewhere else in your body? In this episode, I’m joined by one of my producers, Emma, to explore ADH ... Show More
47m 59s
Nov 2024
Dr. Mark Hyman: To Live Longer You Need...
Close friends are the best thing for your health. Friendship, it turns out, is one of life’s best medicines. If you don’t believe me, believe Dr. Mark Hyman. Mark is one of the leading voices in the functional medicine movement, which is all about taking a holistic approach to ou ... Show More
48m 4s
Nov 2024
Life Lesson: Why You Have No Friends: Simon Sinek
In this moment, world-renowned author, entrepreneur, and optimist Simon Sinek discusses the importance of maintaining meaningful friendships throughout your life. For Simon, strong friendships are essential because they provide a support system during tough times. He also says it ... Show More
12 m
Nov 2020
How Friendships Improve Your Health and Help You Live Longer – Lydia Denworth with Dave Asprey : 755
<p>In this episode of Bulletproof Radio, my guest is Lydia Denworth, author of “<a href="https://lydiadenworth.com/books/friendship/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Friendship: The Evolution, Biology, and Extraordinary Power of Life’s Fundamental Bon</a>d.” Our discuss ... Show More
53m 52s
May 2019
46: How To Make & Nourish Friendships
Is friendship the medicine you're missing? We talk so much about food, exercise, and meditation, but solid friendships are just as vital to our health and happiness. Tune in for 10 ways to make new friends who support your highest self and nourish and strengthen your friendships.
16m 4s
Jun 2025
Simon Sinek: Not Every Friendship Is Meant to Last—And That’s Okay! (THIS is How to Know If It’s Time To Walk Away From Adult Friendships That No Longer Fit)
Are you keeping this friendship out of habit or love? If they weren’t in your life today, would you try to be friends again? In this profoundly insightful episode of On Purpose, Jay Shetty sits down with Simon Sinek, renowned leadership expert, bestselling author, and host of the ... Show More
1h 40m
May 2022
BITESIZE | The Power of Social Connection for a Happier, Healthier Life | The Happy Pear #270
Connection is what makes us human, and community and friendships are so important for our health. Feel Better Live More Bitesize is my weekly podcast for your mind, body, and heart. Each week I’ll be featuring inspirational stories and practical tips from some of my former guests ... Show More
13m 6s
Apr 2021
BITESIZE | Why Friendships, Community and Compassion Matter for Our Health | Dr Julian Abel #174
Compassion, friendships and strong community connections don’t just make us feel good, they can have powerful effects on our health and longevity. Feel Better Live More Bitesize is my new weekly podcast for your mind, body and heart. Each week I’ll be featuring inspirational stor ... Show More
12m 9s
May 2021
That's What Friends Are For
Did you know that friendship can actually help your brain, heart and immune system? Now that more and more Americans are getting vaccinated, people are eager to reunite with friends they might not have seen in a while. Dr. Sanjay Gupta met up with his friend, Michelle Pfeiffer (y ... Show More
24m 40s