The Peter Attia Drive
Episodes
#198 - Eye health—everything you need to know | Steven Dell, M.D.
07 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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#197 - The science of obesity & how to improve nutritional epidemiology | David Allison, Ph.D.
28 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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#196 - AMA #32: Exercise, squats, deadlifts, BFR, and TRT
21 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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#195 - Freedom, PTSD, war, and life through an evolutionary lens | Sebastian Junger
14 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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#194 - How fructose drives metabolic disease | Rick Johnson, M.D.
07 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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#193 - AMA #31: Heart rate variability (HRV), alcohol, sleep, and more
31 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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#192 - COVID Part 2: Masks, long COVID, boosters, mandates, treatments, and more
24 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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#191 - Revolutionizing our understanding of mental illness with optogenetics | Karl Deisseroth M.D., Ph.D.
17 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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#190 - Paul Conti, M.D.: How to heal from trauma and break the cycle of shame
10 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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#189 - COVID-19: Current state of affairs, Omicron, and a search for the end game
03 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Peter sits down with Drs. Marty Makary and Zubin Damania (aka ZDoggMD), both previous guests on The Drive. Marty is a Johns Hopkins ...
Iñigo San Millán, Ph.D.: Zone 2 Training and Metabolic Health (Ep. #85 Rebroadcast)
27 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode of The Drive is a rebroadcast of the conversation with Iñigo San Millán, (released on December 23rd, 2019). This episode with Iñi...
#188 - AMA #30: How to Read and Understand Scientific Studies
20 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this “Ask Me Anything” (AMA) episode, Peter and Bob dive deep into all things related to studying studies to help one sift through all the nois...
#187 - Sam Apple: The Warburg Effect—Otto Warburg’s cancer metabolism theory
13 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Sam Apple is the author of the book Ravenous: Otto Warburg, the Nazis, and the Search for the Cancer-Diet Connection, published in May 2021. In this e...
#186 - Patrick Radden Keefe: The opioid crisis—origin, guilty parties, and the difficult path forward
06 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Patrick Radden Keefe is an award-winning staff writer at The New Yorker and the bestselling author of Empire of Pain: The Secret History of the Sackle...
#185 - Allan Sniderman, M.D.: Cardiovascular disease and why we should change the way we assess risk
29 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Allan Sniderman is a highly acclaimed Professor of Cardiology and Medicine at McGill University and a foremost expert in cardiovascular disease (CVD)....
Rick Johnson, M.D.: Metabolic Effects of Fructose (Ep. #87 Rebroadcast)
22 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode of The Drive is a rebroadcast of the conversation with Rick Johnson (originally released January 6th, 2020). This episode was one o...
#184 - AMA #29: GLP-1 Agonists—The Future of Treating Obesity?
15 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this “Ask Me Anything” (AMA) episode, Peter and Bob discuss all things related to GLP-1 agonists—a class of drugs that are gaining popularity...
#183 - James Clear: Building & changing habits
08 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
James Clear is the author of the New York Times bestseller Atomic Habits. His extensive research into human behavior has helped him identify key com...
#182 - David Nutt: Psychedelics & Recreational Drugs
01 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
David Nutt is a psychiatrist and a neuroscientist at Downing College, Cambridge. His research focuses on illicit drugs—their harm, classification...
#181 - Robert Gatenby, M.D.: Viewing cancer through an evolutionary lens and why this offers a radically different approach to treatment
25 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Robert (Bob) Gatenby is a radiologist who specializes in exploring theoretical and experimental models of evolutionary dynamics in cancer and cancer d...
#180 - AMA #28: All things testosterone and testosterone replacement therapy
18 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this “Ask Me Anything” (AMA) episode, Peter and Bob discuss all things related to testosterone: what happens when testosterone levels are low, ...
#179 - Jeremy Loenneke, Ph.D.: The science of blood flow restriction—benefits, uses, and what it teaches us about the relationship between muscle size and strength
11 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Jeremy Loenneke has a Ph.D. in exercise physiology, a Master’s in nutrition and exercise, and is currently the director of the Kevser Ermin Applied ...
#178 - Lance Armstrong: The rise, fall, and growth of a cycling legend
04 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Lance Armstrong is a legendary figure in professional cycling having won seven consecutive Tour de France titles but also a controversial figure facin...
#177 - Steven Rosenberg, M.D., Ph.D.: The development of cancer immunotherapy and its promise for treating advanced cancers
27 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Steve Rosenberg is the Chief of Surgery at the National Cancer Institute, a position he has held continuously for the past 47 years. Steve is a pionee...
#176 - AMA #27: The importance of muscle mass, strength, and cardiorespiratory fitness for longevity
20 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this “Ask Me Anything” (AMA) episode, Peter and Bob discuss the longevity benefits from greater cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) and greater mus...
#175 - Matt Kaeberlein, Ph.D.: The biology of aging, rapamycin, and other interventions that target the aging process
13 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Matt Kaeberlein is globally recognized for his research on the biology of aging and is a previous guest on The Drive. In this episode, Matt defines ag...
#174 - Lawrence Wright: The 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks: reflections on how they happened, and lessons learned and not learned
06 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Lawrence Wright is the author of The Looming Tower: Al-Qaeda and the Road to 9/11 which won the 2007 Pulitzer Prize for general nonfiction and was...
#173 - AMA #26: Continuous glucose monitors, zone 2 training, and a framework for interventions
23 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this “Ask Me Anything” (AMA) episode, Peter and Bob answer numerous follow-up questions to recently discussed deep-dive topics such as the use ...
#172 - Esther Perel: The effects of trauma, the role of narratives in shaping our worldview, and why we need to accept uncomfortable emotions
16 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Esther Perel is a psychotherapist and New York Times bestselling author who is an expert on modern relationships. In this episode, Esther describes h...
#171 - Steve Austad, Ph.D.: The landscape of longevity science: making sense of caloric restriction, biomarkers of aging, and possible geroprotective molecules
09 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Steve Austad is a distinguished professor of biology at the University of Alabama and director of one of the Nathan Shock Centers of Excellence in agi...
#170 - AMA #25: Navigating the complexities and nuances of cancer screening
26 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this “Ask Me Anything” (AMA) episode, Peter and Bob dive deep into cancer screening, including why it’s important, what you need to know abou...
#169 - Katherine Eban: COVID-19 Lab Leak: Examining all sides of the debate and discussing barriers to a full investigation
19 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Katherine Eban is an award-winning investigative journalist who previously appeared on The Drive to discuss the widespread fraud in the gener...
#168 - Hugh Jackman: Reflections on acting, identity, personal transformation, and the significance of being Wolverine
12 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hugh Jackman is an award-winning actor and an overall fascinating and introspective individual. In this episode, Hugh reflects upon his acting career,...
#167 - Gary Taubes: Bad science and challenging the conventional wisdom of obesity
28 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Gary Taubes is an investigative science and health journalist and a best-selling author. In this podcast, Gary explains how he developed a healthy ske...
#166 - Patricia Corby, D.D.S.: Importance of oral health, best hygiene practices, and the relationship between poor oral health and systemic disease
21 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Patricia Corby is Associate Professor of Oral Medicine and Associate Dean of Translational Research at Penn Dental Medicine. Her work focuses on t...
#165 - AMA #24: Deep dive into blood glucose: why it matters, important metrics to track, and superior insights from a CGM
14 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this “Ask Me Anything” (AMA) episode, Peter and Bob dive deep into blood glucose and why it matters so much with respect to metabolic health ...
#164 - Amanda Smith, M.D.: Diagnosing, preventing, and treating Alzheimer’s disease, and what we can all learn from patients with dementia
07 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Amanda Grant Smith is a geriatric psychiatrist with decades of experience treating patients with dementia and Alzheimer's disease. In this episode, A...
#163 - Layne Norton, Ph.D.: Building muscle, losing fat, and the importance of resistance training
24 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Layne Norton is a physique coach, a natural professional bodybuilder and powerlifter, and holds a Ph.D. in nutritional sciences. In this episode, Lay...
#162 - Sarah Hallberg, D.O., M.S.: Challenging the status quo of treating metabolic disease, and a personal journey through a grim cancer diagnosis
17 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Sarah Hallberg is the Medical Director at Virta Health and a physician who has spent nearly two decades treating patients with obesity and type 2 dia...
#161 - AMA #23: All Things Nicotine: deep dive into its cognitive and physical benefits, risks, and mechanisms of action
10 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this “Ask Me Anything” (AMA) episode, Peter and Bob dive deep into nicotine, a complicated and interesting molecule that has effects on both th...
#160 - Paul Offit, M.D.: The latest on COVID-19 vaccines and their safety, herd immunity, and viral variants
03 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Paul Offit is a pediatrician specializing in infectious diseases and an expert in virology and vaccine development. He currently serves on the FDA com...
#159 - Peter Hotez, M.D., Ph.D.: Evolution of the anti-vaccine movement, the causes of autism, and COVID-19 vaccine state of affairs
26 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Peter Hotez is an internationally recognized physician-scientist in neglected tropical diseases and vaccine development. In this episode, they first ...
#158 - Brian Deer: A tale of scientific fraud—exposing Andrew Wakefield and the origin of the belief that vaccines cause autism
19 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Brian Deer is an award-winning investigative journalist best known for his coverage of the pharmaceutical industry. In this episode, he and Peter dis...
#157 - AMA #22: Losing fat and gaining fat: the lessons of fat flux
12 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this “Ask Me Anything” (AMA) episode, Peter and Bob take a deep dive into fat flux. They define the major players that impact the flow of fat...
#156 - Jake Muise: Humanely harvesting axis deer while alleviating its impact on Hawaii’s vulnerable ecosystems
05 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Muise is an avid hunter, environmentalist, and advocate for the preservation of Hawaii’s natural resources. He is the founder of Maui Nui Veni...
#155 - Chris Sonnenday, M.D.: The history, challenges, and gift of organ transplantation
29 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Sonnenday is the Transplant Center Director for Michigan Medicine. As Peter’s senior resident while at Johns Hopkins, Chris made a lasting im...
#154 - Steve Levitt, Ph.D.: A rogue economist’s view on climate change, mental health, the ethics of experiments, and more
22 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Steven Levitt is a professor of economics at the University of Chicago and the co-author of the bestselling book Freakonomics and its two sequels. In...
#153 - AMA #21: Deep dive into olive oil, high-intensity exercise, book update, and more
15 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this “Ask Me Anything” (AMA) episode, Peter and Bob take a deep dive into olive oil. They explore the history of olive oil, discuss observatio...
#152 - Michael Rintala, D.C.: Principles of Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS)
08 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Michael Rintala is a sports medicine chiropractor and one of only 18 international instructors teaching dynamic neuromuscular stabilization (DNS) for ...
#151 - Alex Hutchinson, Ph.D.: Translating the science of endurance and extreme human performance
01 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Alex Hutchinson is a sports science journalist, author of the book Endure—which explores the science of endurance and the real limits of human per...
#150 - Senator Bill Frist, M.D.: A modern Renaissance man's journey through science, politics, and business
22 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Bill Frist is a nationally acclaimed heart and lung transplant surgeon, former U.S. Senate Majority Leader, and is actively engaged in health policy...
#149 - AMA #20: Simplifying the complexities of insulin resistance: how it's measured, how it manifests in the muscle and liver, and what we can do about it
15 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this “Ask Me Anything” (AMA) episode, Peter and Bob discuss all things related to insulin resistance by revisiting the important points made i...
#148 - Richard Miller, M.D., Ph.D.: The gold standard for testing longevity drugs: the Interventions Testing Program
08 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Richard Miller is a professor of pathology and the Director of the Center for Aging Research at the University of Michigan. He is one of the archite...
#147 - Hussein Yassine, M.D.: Deep dive into the “Alzheimer’s gene” (APOE), brain health, and omega-3s
01 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hussein Yassine is a physician and researcher who studies brain lipid utilization in the context of finding preventative measures for cognitive impai...
#146 - Guy Winch, Ph.D.: Emotional first aid and how to treat psychological injuries
25 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Guy Winch is a psychologist, author, and co-host of the Dear Therapist podcast. In this episode, Guy speaks to the commonality of the human conditio...
#145 - AMA #19: Deep dive on Zone 2 training, magnesium supplementation, and how to engage with your doctor
18 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this “Ask Me Anything” (AMA) episode, Peter and Bob take a deep dive into zone 2 training. They begin with a detailed definition of zone 2 and...
#144 - Phil Maffetone: Optimizing health and performance through maximal aerobic function
11 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Phil Maffetone is an author, health practitioner, and coach with decades of experience helping everyone from amateurs to world-class athletes optimiz...
#143 - John Ioannidis, M.D., D.Sc.: Why most biomedical research is flawed, and how to improve it
04 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
John Ioannidis is a physician, scientist, writer, and a Stanford University professor who studies scientific research itself, a process known as meta-...
#142 - Robert Abbott: The Bobby Knight story—a cautionary tale of unchecked anger, ego, and winning at all costs
21 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Robert Abbott is a six-time Emmy award winner and the director of “The Last Days of Knight,” the behind-the-scenes documentary of legendary coach ...
#141 - AMA #18: Deep dive: sugar and sugar substitutes
14 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this “Ask Me Anything” (AMA) episode, Peter and Bob talk all about sugar and sugar substitutes and provide a way to think about sugar consumpt...
#140 - Gerald Shulman, M.D., Ph.D.: A masterclass on insulin resistance—molecular mechanisms and clinical implications
07 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Gerald Shulman is a Professor of Medicine, Cellular & Molecular Physiology, and the Director of the Diabetes Research Center at Yale. His pioneering ...
#139 - Kristin Neff, Ph.D.: The power of self-compassion
30 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Kristin Neff is a Professor of Educational Psychology at the University of Texas, author, and a leading expert on mindful self-compassion. In this e...
#138 - Lauren Miller Rogen and Richard Isaacson, M.D.: Alzheimer’s disease prevention—patient and doctor perspectives
23 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Peter is joined by writer, director, actress, and founder of HFC, Lauren Miller Rogen, and previous podcast guest and director of the Alzheimer’s Pr...
#137 - Paul Offit, M.D.: An expert perspective on COVID-19 vaccines
16 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Paul Offit is a pediatrician specializing in infectious diseases and an expert in virology and vaccine development. He currently serves on the FDA com...
#136 - AMA #17: Body composition methods tour de force, insulin resistance, and Topo Chico
09 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this “Ask Me Anything” (AMA) episode, Peter and Bob discuss different methods to evaluate body composition. They explore ways of measuring bod...
#135 - BJ Miller, M.D.: How understanding death leads to a better life
02 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
BJ Miller is a hospice and palliative care specialist on a quest to reframe our relationship with death. In this episode, BJ begins with how his own b...
#134 - James O’Keefe, M.D.: Preventing cardiovascular disease and the risk of too much exercise.
26 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
James O’Keefe is a preventative cardiologist and bestselling author of The Forever Young Diet and Lifestyle. In this episode, James discusses cardia...
#133 - Vinay Prasad, M.D., M.P.H: Hallmarks of successful cancer policy
19 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Vinay Prasad is a practicing hematologist-oncologist who doubles as a “meta-researcher,” studying the quality of medical evidence, health policy,...
#132 - AMA #16: Exploring hot and cold therapy
12 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this “Ask Me Anything” (AMA) episode, Peter and Bob explore the quality of evidence for hot and cold therapy. In the discussion, they evaluat...
#130 - Carol Tavris, Ph.D. & Elliot Aronson, Ph.D.: Recognizing and overcoming cognitive dissonance
28 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Renowned social psychologists Carol Tavris and Elliot Aronson are the co-authors of Mistakes Were Made (But Not By Me), a book which explores the scie...
#129 - Tom Dayspring, M.D.: The latest insights into cardiovascular disease and lipidology
21 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
World-renowned lipidologist Tom Dayspring returns to give an update on the current thinking in lipidology as a follow-up to his 2018 five-part podcast...
#128 – Irene Davis, Ph.D.: The evolution of the foot, running injuries, and minimalist shoes
14 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Irene Davis is the founding Director of the Spaulding National Running Center at the Harvard Medical School. In this episode, Irene describes how her ...
#127 - AMA #3 with sleep expert, Matthew Walker, Ph.D.: Fasting, gut health, blue light, caffeine, REM sleep, and more
07 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode, Matthew Walker returns for his third AMA episode to provide his expert insight into numerous sleep-related questions directl...
#126 – Matthew Walker, Ph.D.: Sleep and immune function, chronotypes, hygiene tips, and addressing questions about his book
31 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, sleep expert Matthew Walker returns by popular demand to dive deeper into many sleep-related topics, starting with what we’ve lear...
#125 - John Arnold: The most prolific philanthropist you may not have heard of
24 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
John Arnold is widely regarded as the greatest natural gas trader of all time, but in his late 30’s he walked away from it all and turned full-time ...
#124 - AMA #15: Real-world case studies—metabolic dysregulation, low testosterone, menopause, and more
17 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
As a follow up to AMA #14 where Peter explained his framework for analyzing labs, this “Ask Me Anything” (AMA) episode focuses on a number of r...
#123 - Joan Mannick, M.D. & Nir Barzilai, M.D.: Rapamycin and metformin—longevity, immune enhancement, and COVID-19
10 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Joan and Nir discuss their extensive research into rapamycin (including the category of analogs to rapamycin known as rapalogs) and m...
#122 - Lori Gottlieb: Understanding pain, therapeutic breakthroughs, and keys to enduring emotional health
03 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Lori Gottlieb is a psychotherapist and the bestselling author of Maybe You Should Talk to Someone. In this episode, Lori extracts important lessons fr...
#121 - Azra Raza, M.D.: Why we're losing the war on cancer
27 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Azra Raza is a physician, scientist, author, and outspoken advocate for reconfiguring the current model of research in cancer. In this episode, Azra d...
#120 - AMA with Dom D’Agostino, Ph.D., Part II of II: Ketosis for cancer and chronic disease, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, and the effect of ketosis on female health
20 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In part 2 of this special AMA episode, ketosis expert Dom D’Agostino once again joins Bob Kaplan, Peter’s Head of Research, to discuss the impact ...
#119 - Terry Real: Breaking the cycle of shame, anger, and depression
13 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Terry Real, a renowned family therapist and best-selling author, helps people create the connections they desire in their relationships. In this episo...
#118 - Lloyd Klickstein, M.D., Ph.D.: Rapamycin, mTOR inhibition, and the biology of aging
06 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Lloyd Klickstein is the Chief Science Officer at resTORbio, a biopharmaceutical company that develops medications to target the biology of aging. In t...
#117 - Stanley Perlman, M.D., Ph.D.: Insights from a coronavirus expert on COVID-19
29 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Stanley Perlman shares insights from his impressive career studying coronaviruses—both the common and more deadly ones, like MERS...
#116 - AMA with Dom D’Agostino, Ph.D., Part I of II: Ketogenic diet, exogenous ketones, and exercise
22 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Back by very popular demand for a special AMA episode, ketosis expert Dom D’Agostino joins Bob Kaplan, Peter’s Head of Research, to address many l...
#115 - David Watkins, Ph.D.: A masterclass in immunology, monoclonal antibodies, and vaccine strategies for COVID-19
15 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, David Watkins, professor of pathology at George Washington University, shares how insights from his HIV and Zika virus research could...
#114 - Eileen White, Ph.D.: Autophagy, fasting, and promising new cancer therapies
08 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Eileen White, Chief Scientific Officer at the Rutgers Cancer Institute, describes the fundamental role of autophagy in the maintenan...
#113: Normative errors—a conversation with my daughter about current events
03 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I sit down with my daughter to discuss the brutal death of George Floyd, and the aftermath we are watching unfold. Though I have no...
#112 - Ned David, Ph.D.: How cellular senescence influences aging, and what we can do about it
01 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ned David is the co-founder of Unity Biotechnology, a company developing senolytic medicines—molecules that target and destroy senescent cells in th...
#111 - AMA #14: What lab tests can (and cannot) inform us about our overall objective of longevity
18 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this “Ask Me Anything” (AMA) episode, Peter explains his framework for understanding what lab tests can (and cannot) inform us as it pertains t...
#110 - Lew Cantley, Ph.D.: Cancer metabolism, cancer therapies, and the discovery of PI3K
11 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Lew Cantley, Professor of cancer biology and Director of the Sandra and Edward Meyer Cancer Center at Weill Cornell Medical College i...
#109 - John Dudley: The beauty in archery, the love of practice, and a model system for life
04 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, professional archer, John Dudley, shares the many insights he’s gleaned through the process of not only becoming an elite competito...
#108 - AMA #13: 3-day fasting, exogenous ketones, autophagy, and exercise for longevity
21 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this “Ask Me Anything” (AMA) episode, Peter explains some observations he’s noticed since switching to a 3-day fasting cycle from the longe...
#107 - John Barry: 1918 Spanish flu pandemic—historical account, parallels to today, and lessons
17 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
n this episode, John Barry, historian and author of The Great Influenza: The Story of the Deadliest Pandemic in History, describes what happened with...
#106 - Amesh Adalja, M.D.: Comparing COVID-19 to past pandemics, preparing for the future, and reasons for optimism
13 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, infectious disease and pandemic preparedness expert, Amesh Adalja, M.D., puts the current pandemic into context against previous coro...
#105 - Paul Conti, M.D.: The psychological toll of a pandemic, and the societal problems it has highlighted
10 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, psychiatrist Paul Conti, M.D. discusses the impact of the fear and uncertainty surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting st...
#104 - COVID-19 for kids with Olivia Attia
08 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Peter sits down with his daughter to answer questions from her and other kids about COVID-19. We discuss: What is a virus? [1:45]; H...
#103 - Looking back on the first 99 episodes: Strong Convictions, Loosely Held
06 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, originally recorded to be the 100th episode of The Drive, Peter discusses topics that he has changed his mind about since starting ...
#102 - Michael Osterholm, Ph.D.: COVID-19—Lessons learned, challenges ahead, and reasons for optimism and concern
31 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Michael Osterholm, Director of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy at the University of Minnesota and author of Dea...
#101 - Ryan Holiday: Finding stillness amidst chaos
27 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan Holiday, bestselling author and author of Daily Stoic, discusses practical ways to find stillness and apply the insights of stoic philosophy i...
#100 - Sam Harris, Ph.D.: COVID-19—Comprehending the crisis and managing our emotions
24 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sam Harris, neuroscientist, author, and host of the Making Sense Podcast, joins Peter to discuss this unprecedented coronavirus (COVI...