My guest is Dr. Melissa Ilardo, Ph.D., professor of biomedical informatics at the University of Utah. We discuss the interplay between genes and behaviors, including how certain behaviors can improve resilience by changing gene and organ function, as well as natural selection events happening in humans today.
We also discuss the immune system–related reason ... Show More
Nov 24
Female Hormone Health, PCOS, Endometriosis, Fertility & Breast Cancer | Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi
My guest is Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi, MD, board-certified OB/GYN, surgeon and leading expert in women's health. We discuss polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and endometriosis, two very common yet frequently undiagnosed causes of female infertility. Dr. Aliabadi explains the symptoms, un ... Show More
3h 7m
Nov 20
Essentials: Science of Building Strong Social Bonds with Family, Friends & Romantic Partners
In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I discuss the science of social connection and how we form meaningful bonds with others.
I explore the neural basis for "social homeostasis"—our drive for a certain amount of social interaction—which explains why we feel lonely, seek conn ... Show More
36m 33s
Nov 17
How to Speak Clearly & With Confidence | Matt Abrahams
My guest is Matt Abrahams, lecturer at Stanford Graduate School of Business and a world expert in communication and public speaking. He explains how to speak with clarity and confidence and how to be more authentic in your communication in all settings: public, work, relationship ... Show More
2h 26m
Jul 2024
Genetic Testing for Sports Performance
In this episode, I discuss genetic testing for sports and athletic performance. I describe the history of sports genomics and the search for genes that determine strength, endurance, and other performance markers. I explain how to interpret genetic test results, including how man ... Show More
1h 43m
Mar 2025
Your Genes AREN’T Your Fate—The NEW Science of DNA Biohacking for SuperHuman Health | Sharon Hausman-Cohen : 1257
<p>For decades, we’ve been told that our DNA is a fixed blueprint—an unchangeable code that dictates our health and lifespan. But what if that’s only half the story? </p><p>Sharon Hausman-Cohen, a physician, researcher, and genomics expert at IntellxxDNA, joins Dave to revea ... Show More
1h 18m
Mar 2025
Decoding Risk: Understanding Polygenic Risk Scores in Modern Medicine. Demystifying Genetics with Erica Spaeth
<p>This episode dives into polygenic risk testing, exploring how genetic data can inform healthcare strategies. We discuss the complexities of communicating risk, the role of polygenic scores in identifying disease susceptibility, and the evolving landscape of personalized medici ... Show More
49m 41s
Mar 2024
Epigenetics Explained: Mapping Your Biological Age, the Power of Lifestyle Choices and the Growing Trend of Longevity
<p dir="ltr">In this episode, the incredible Hannah Went, epigenetics trailblazer and co-founder of TruDiagnostic, guides us through the groundbreaking field of epigenetics. </p> <p dir="ltr">We discussed how TruDiagnostic's innovative testing paints a vivid picture of your biolo ... Show More
1h 7m
Jun 2019
#046 Dr. Elissa Epel on Telomeres and the Role of Stress Biology in Cellular Aging
<p><strong>Elissa Epel</strong></p> <p>Elissa Epel, PhD, is a Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of California, San Francisco where she serves as the director of the Aging, Metabolism, and Emotions Center.</p> <p>Her research centers on the mechanisms of ... Show More
1h 13m