Prevention is Cure
Episodes
#41 The Science of doing hard sh*t to build health that lasts a lifetime
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if the secret to a long, healthy life isn't making things easier, it's choosing the right kind of hard? In this episode, Prof. Grant Scho...
#40 You Can't Supplement Your Way Out of This: AI, Ultra-Processed Thinking & the Root Causes of Poor Health
12 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Grant and Kayla follow up on Claude's viral AI essay with Claude's own response, they unpack new research on AI-induced "delusional spira...
#39 The 5 New Game-Changing Health Studies: Exercise, Sunlight, Fasting, Social Media & AI
05 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Prof. Grant Schofield and Kayla dive into five groundbreaking scientific papers that challenge conventional wisdom about health and technology. Discov...
#38 Why You Should Give A Sh*t About Fibre
29 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Is fibre actually the health hero we've been told it is? Prof. Grant Schofield and Kayla dive deep into the science behind fibre recommendations a...
#37 The Cost of Progress: From Hunter-Gatherers to AI.
22 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if every technological leap forward has been a metabolic leap backward? Prof. Grant Schofield and Kayla trace humanity's journey from thrivin...
#36 Why Medical Evidence Doesn't Change Practice - The Engine Light & Duct Tape
15 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Modern medicine excels at treating sickness, but fails spectacularly at creating health. Even with compelling data proving treatments don't work (or c...
Choose Your Hard Part 1 - A Philosophical Guide to Getting Sh*t Done
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Willpower is a lie. Your brain is even wired to betray your future self. So how do you actually change?Grant and Kayla dive into the philosophy and sc...
#34 Is Failing to Prescribe Lifestyle Medicine Malpractice
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We are back for 2026! When your doctor prescribes medication without explaining that lifestyle changes could reverse your condition, is that ethical? ...
#33 Why Telling People What to Do Doesn’t Work: Gareth Holebrook
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Grant speaks with Gareth Holebrook, President of North Harbour Tri Club, PREKURE Health Coach, and business coach, about leadership, ...
#32 Roundtable: The Pros & Cons of AI in Health
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Prof. Grant Schofield, Kayla Lenferna De La Motte, and Jackson Schofield dive into the real-world impact of AI on health, exploring i...
#31 Resilience in Captivity: Alia's Unforgettable Journey
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Prof. Grant Schofield as he delves into a gripping conversation with Dr. Alia Bojalova, a psychologist with a remarkable story of survival and re...
The Breeze House of Wellness Interview: How to Actually Change Your Behaviour: Grant Schofield
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From Grant's latest interview with the Breeze radio station "Here is our Extended Chat with Researcher and Professor of Public Health at The Auckland ...
#30 My Nutrition Journey: Grant Schofield
14 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Professor Grant Schofield takes us through his personal journey with nutrition. From early influences to pivotal moments that shaped his philosophy, G...
NZ Herald: Creatine craze sweeps NZ gyms - but is it safe?
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From Prof Grant's appearance this morning on the NZ Herald with Ryan Bridge. What do you think of creatine?
Mikkipedia: Choose Your Hard: Why Discomfort Builds a Better Life With Prof Grant Schofield
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is taken from Grant's appearance on the podcast 'Mikkipedia' hosted by Mikki Williden, please check out Mikki she does some a...
#29 Finding a Path Through Glioblastoma with Metabolic Therapy: Simon’s Story
26 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When Simon suddenly couldn’t say the word “kilometre”, life flipped. Weeks later, a 4 cm frontal lobe tumour, urgent surgery with 94% resection,...
#28 Unlocking Hardiness: How to Train Your Brain & Body for Life’s Toughest Moments
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Grant and Paul Taylor dive deep into the science and strategies behind hardiness, the mental and physical resilience that helps us thrive in life’s ...
#27 The Science of Sunburn: Sun, Skin & Diet
12 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Prof Grant Schofield and Kayla as they dive deep into the fascinating connections between sun exposure, diet, and skin health. Together they expl...
#26 Beyond the Cliff: How to Unlock Real Health & Mental Fitness
05 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Professor Grant Schofield and Ree George as they dive deep into the world of health coaching, mental fitness, and lifestyle change. This episode ...
#25 Unlocking Resilience: Breathwork, Cold Exposure, and the Science of Self-Healing with Marcel Hoff
28 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Prevention of Cure podcast, host Grant sits down with Marcel Hoff - brother of Wim Hoff and a pioneer in the world of breathwor...
#24 The Doctor Reversing Diabetes: Glen Davies on Changing Healthcare
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Prof Grant Schofield sits down with Dr Glen Davies to explore how lifestyle medicine is reshaping the future of healthcare. In this episode, Dr Davies...
#23 Eye Health, Metabolism & Modern Optometry with Ryan O'Connor
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Professor Grant Schofield as he sits down with optometrist and podcaster Ryan O'Connor (Stag Roar Podcast) for a deep dive into the fascinati...
#22 Sonya English: Transforming Healthcare Through Coaching
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Prof Grant Schofield interviews PREKURE lead and Master Coach, Sonya English. They discuss the alarming rise of preventable chronic d...
#21 Addicted to Dopamine- The Hidden Cost of Modern Life
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are we addicted to dopamine?From food to phones, gaming to gambling - modern life is hijacking our brain’s reward system. In this episode, Prof Gran...
#20 Endometriosis: The Unknown Disease Affecting 1 in 10 Women
17 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this guest episode with endometriosis expert and co-founder of Endometriosis New Zealand, Deborah Bush, we explore the debilitating disease affecti...
#19 Creatine: The Most Powerful Supplement in History?
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Prof Grant Schofield and Kayla unpack the science on creatine, from muscle strength and endurance to brain health, mental health, and metabolic benefi...
#18 Is Vitamin D the Most Overlooked Supplement?
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Prof Grant Schofield and Kayla unpack why vitamin D might be the most underrated supplement out there. From immunity and obesity to brain health and m...
#17 Rethinking Health: From Germ Theory to Metabolic Therapy with Dr Matthew Phillips
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Renowned metabolic neurologist Dr Matthew Phillips joins Prof Grant Schofield on the Prevention is Cure podcast to explore the powerful role of metabo...
#16 The Most Powerful Health Tool You’re Not Using
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore the most powerful health tool you’re not using: fasting.Grant and Kayla break down the science behind how fasting improv...
#15 The Mind-Body Code: Physiology, Psychology, & the Future of Health with Paul Taylor
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Grant Schofield and Paul Taylor explore the intricate relationship between psychology and physiology, emphasising the importance of understanding how ...
The Discipline of Doing Hard Things - Prof Grant Schofield on The Stag Roar Podcast
14 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this milestone 333rd episode of The Stag Roar Podcast, Professor Grant Schofield returns for a third appearance to dive into the science and mindse...
#14 How Much Exercise Is Enough? The Goldilocks Principle
11 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Prof Grant Schofield and Kayla Lenferna De La Motte unpack how much exercise is really enough - and when it’s too much. They break down the Goldiloc...
Ozempic, Obesity & Quick Fixes - Prof. Grant Schofield on The Platform with Michael Laws
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Michael Laws talks to Professor Grant Schofield about the rising use of Ozempic and Wegovy. Are these weight-loss drugs a miracle cure or just another...
Prevention Is Cure Podcast: Back With a Vengeance
02 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Prof. Grant Schofield is back. Prevention Is Cure returns - bigger, bolder, and driven by you. Ask us anything: sleep, food, movement, breathing, ice ...
The consequences of Ozempic | RNZ Interview
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Grant Schofield interview with radio New Zealand. On, Tuesday 1 July 2025, New Zealanders will be able to access weight-loss drug Wegovy by prescrip...
#13 Redefine Coaching Eating Disorders with recovery coach Jess Dyson
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Prof Grant Schofield speaks with Jess Dyson, founder of specialised eating disorder recovery coaching clinic Redefined Coaching. The ...
#12 Rejuvenating the Brain with Metabolic Neurologist Dr Matthew Phillips
09 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Prof Grant Schofield speaks with clinical and research neurologist, Dr Matthew Phillips. The pair discuss Matt's passion for explorin...
#11 Overcoming Psychological Injury with Josh Darby. Real world experience from a career firefighter & trauma researcher.
18 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
MENTAL HEALTH SERIES Episode 11: In this episode, Prof Grant Schofield speaks with Josh Darby, a senior firefighter and trauma and psychological injur...
#10 Neuroscience of Healing with Dr Robin Youngson. The astonishing new science of self-healing from a trauma therapist.
08 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
MENTAL HEALTH SERIES Episode 10: In this episode, Prof Grant Schofield speaks with Dr Robin Youngson, a Trauma Therapist, Certified Havening Practitio...
#9 Overcoming Addiction with Lisa Burch. Death, Misery or Hope – Breaking free from addiction by taking the third path.
26 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
MENTAL HEALTH SERIES Episode 9: In this episode, Prof Grant Schofield speaks with Lisa Burch, a PREKURE Health Coach and substance misuse and addictio...
#8 Brain Breakdown with Dr. Kathleen Holton. Optimising neurological health through diet.
05 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
MENTAL HEALTH SERIES Episode 8: In this episode Prof Grant Schofield speaks with Dr. Katie Holton a nutritional neuroscientist and professor at Americ...
#7 Addict to Academic with George Henderson. Breaking down the biology and neurobiology behind addiction.
18 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
MENTAL HEALTH SERIES Episode 7: In this episode Prof Grant Schofield speaks with George Henderson a former addict turned self-taught and widely publis...
#6 Preparing to Perform with Dave Wood. The simple things you can do everyday to boost your serotonin, get better at handling stress and live a happier, healthier life
08 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
MENTAL HEALTH SERIES Episode 6: This episode we share a hopeful discussion about the simple things you can do everyday to boost your serotonin, get be...
#5 Help in Healthcare with Sonya English. Experiences of the hospital system, health coaching and the concepts of life and death
02 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
MENTAL HEALTH SERIES Episode 5: This episode Prof Grant Schofield talks to PREKURE'S lead Health Coach and critical care nurse, Sonya English. With 35...
#4 Applying Academia with Paul Taylor. What exactly is a pracademic? | The importance of rituals in behaviour change | Ancient Stoic philosophies of wellbeing
25 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
MENTAL HEALTH SERIES Episode 4: What exactly is a pracademic? This episode Prof Grant Schofield talks with Paul Taylor to answer that question. Join i...
#3 ACT on it with Sophia Dawson. Understanding Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
18 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
MENTAL HEALTH SERIES Episode 3: In this episode Prof Grant Schofield talks to PREKURE’s resident Psychologist Sophia Dawson. Sophia outlines the rol...
#2 Micro’s for Mental Health with Julia Rucklidge. How what we eat affects our mental health.
11 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
MENTAL HEALTH SERIES Episode 2: Prof Grant Schofield discusses nutritional psychology with Prof Julia Rucklidge, Prof Clinical Psychology at Universit...
#1 Hunt for Health with Jimi Hunt. How we can all become mentally fitter.
04 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
MENTAL HEALTH SERIES Episode 1: Jimi Hunt is an author, mental health advocate and former New Zealander of the year nominee. Prof Grant and Jimi discu...