ThinkWell AgeWell Podcast
Episodes
The Falcone Method: Why Learning and Healing Must Work Together
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk with Madeline Falcone about the powerful connection between learning and healing. She shares how emotional intelligence, brain...
The Science and Spirit of Healing: A Conversation with Dr. Russ Jaffe
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I sit down with physician and biochemist Dr. Russ Jaffe to explore a deeper understanding of healing. We talk about how our daily cho...
Never, Ever, Ever Give Up: Reclaiming My Health and Continuing My Life’s Work at 74
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode, I talk with Dr. John Nieters about what it truly means never to give up. After facing atrial flutter, heart failure, and pne...
What 40 Years of Naturopathic Medicine Teaches About Aging Well
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this deeply personal conversation, I sit down with my mentor, Dr. Sally LaMont, to explore what more than 40 years in naturopathic medicine has tau...
Personalizing Brain Health Through Culture, Curiosity, and Care
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I speak with Katie Uemura, a retired nurse and somatic experiencing practitioner, about her deeply personal approach to brain health....
Aging with Intention: A Couple’s Journey Toward Cognitive Longevity
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I sit down with Tom and Betty Freitag, a couple who chose to confront cognitive changes early rather than wait and see. Tom shares ho...
Rebuilding Brain Chemistry: How Amino Acids Restore Calm, Focus, and Memory
03 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Discover how targeted amino acid therapy supports neurotransmitter balance, emotional resilience, and cognitive longevity at every stage of life.In th...
Estrogen, Progesterone, and the Aging Brain: Here’s a Smarter Hormone Strategy
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Felice Gersh explains how estrogen and progesterone shape brain health, cognition, and longevity — and why hormone loss accelerates aging.In thi...
Sleep Apnea, Oral Health, and the Hidden Drivers of Cognitive Decline
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
How sleep, breathing, and oral health shape brain aging—and why airway issues at night may be a hidden driver of cognitive decline.In this episode, ...
What ESS60 Teaches Us About Aging and Cellular Energy
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Burres explains the science behind ESS60, mitochondrial health, oxidative stress, and how cellular support may influence aging, sleep, and vital...
When the Brain Gets Better: Rethinking Cognitive Decline
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Stephen Chamberlain joins ThinkWell AgeWell to explore salutogenesis, cognitive reversion, AI-driven medicine, and how resilience-based, whole-sys...
The Soul of Herbal Medicine: Regeneration, Purpose, and Aging Well
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Herbal pioneer Ric Scalzo shares how regenerative farming, herbal integrity, and nature’s wisdom support brain health, longevity, and aging well.In ...
Patient Zero: How 80-year-old Judy Benjamin Reclaimed Her Brain After an Alzheimer’s Diagnosis
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Judy Benjamin shares how she stabilized cognitive decline after an Alzheimer’s diagnosis and why commitment and lifestyle change made all the differ...
A 22-Year Alzheimer’s Journey That Changed Everything
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Del Muzzillo shares how realistic hope and a multimodal approach supported his mother through a 22-year Alzheimer’s journey with dignity and purpose...
Turning APOE4 Into Strength: Kevin Tran’s Journey to Brain Resilience
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin Tran shares how discovering his APOE4-4 status sparked a complete health transformation and a data-driven approach to preventing Alzheimer’s.-...
The Buckets Framework: The New Way to Understand Alzheimer’s Risk
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A deep dive into preventing and reversing cognitive decline with Dr. Rachel Heussner, exploring labs, lifestyle, ketosis, and the power of joy for bra...
Why Your Brain Won’t Slow Down—And How to Fix It
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Explore how GABA imbalances fuel anxiety, insomnia, and overwhelm—and the science-backed tools that restore calm, clarity, and healthy aging.----In ...
Secrets of a Super-Ager: 97-year-old Herb Waddell's Guide to a Life Well-Lived
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A 97-year-old super-ager shares how curiosity, community, nutrition, and lifelong learning helped him stay sharp, joyful, engaged, and thriving well i...
Weight Health, Not Weight Loss: A Smarter Approach to Aging Well
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Discover how GLP-1s like Ozempic reveal the truth about “weight health”—and how optimizing your hormones can improve longevity and vitality.In t...
From Chaos to Calm: How Montessori Principles Transform Dementia Care
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Discover how Montessori principles bring independence, calm, and connection back into dementia care for patients, caregivers, and families.In this ins...
Reversing Cognitive Decline: How Peter and Ellinor Reclaimed Brain Health
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Discover how Peter and Elinor reversed mild cognitive impairment through teamwork, coaching, and the ReCODE protocol’s lifestyle approach.In this he...
Ryan Glatt and The Future of Fitness: Exergaming for Brain Longevity
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Discover how dual task training and exergaming improve memory, focus, and longevity by combining movement with cognitive challenge.-----In this episod...
The Neuroscience of Longevity: Lessons from Dr. Mark Mattson
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Discover how fasting, exercise, and intellectual challenges protect your brain and extend longevity, with insights from neuroscientist Dr. Mark Mattso...
Defying the Odds: How Lucy Reclaimed Her Memory and Her Life
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Lucy Waletzky shares how she reversed cognitive decline using the Bredesen Protocol—through detox, nutrition, mindset, and daily brain training....
Teepa Snow’s Practical Strategies to Support Loved Ones with Dementia
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Teepa Snow shares practical tools and compassionate strategies to support dementia care through empathy, curiosity, and her Positive Approach to Care....
Dr. Gregg's Path of Discovery: Why Oral Health Matters for Alzheimer's and Longevity
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Discover how Dr. William Gregg connects oral health, lifestyle, and joy to resilience against Alzheimer’s while shaping a lasting family legacy.----...
Dr. Love on Fraud, Failure, and Hope: The Untold Story of Alzheimer’s Research
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Robert Love uncovers Alzheimer’s truths: fraudulent research, failed amyloid drugs, and how lifestyle and red light therapy bring real hope for ...
Rethinking Alzheimer’s: Dr. George Perry Challenges the Amyloid Hypothesis
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. George Perry exposes Alzheimer’s myths, challenges the amyloid dogma, and shares lifestyle and science-based insights for real brain health.----...
Lifestyle, Medications, and Hope: A Psychiatrist’s Guide to Aging Better
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. David Merrill shares expert insights on dementia care, lifestyle medicine, and extending brain healthspan.----In part two of this special conversa...
Elaine’s Story: Resilience, Memory Care, and Hope in Aging
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Elaine and her son, Dr. David Merrill, share their journey with Alzheimer’s, resilience, and Marama’s role in aging well.----In this heartfelt epi...
Lymph, Life, and Longevity: Aging Gracefully with Linda-Anne Kahn
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Discover how Linda-Anne Kahn uses lymphatic therapy, aromatherapy, and purpose to age with energy, grace, and vitality.----In this vibrant episode, I ...
Dr. Robert Hedaya on How Community and Purpose Prevent Depression as We Age
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Robert Hedaya explores how faith, community, kindness, and connection fuel healthy aging and emotional resilience.----I spoke with Dr. Robert Heda...
Mary Ellen’s Legacy: Courage, Love, and the Right to Choose
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this profound episode, Keith Nelson shares the courageous journey of his wife, Mary Ellen, who lived with dementia and chose a dignified death in S...
Neuroplasticity and the New You: Dr. Ashok Gupta's Blueprint for Aging Well
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ashok Gupta shares how brain retraining, neuroplasticity, and nervous system regulation can unlock healing, resilience, and joy as we age.----I sat do...
Beating the Odds: Dr. Larry Carr’s Recovery from Near-Suicide and Brain Decline
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Red light therapy may reverse brain trauma and prevent dementia—Dr. Larry Carr shares powerful results from athletes, veterans, and his personal jou...
Reversing Alzheimer’s: Dr. Dale Bredesen’s Proven Protocol
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Discover how Dr. Dale Bredesen’s root-cause approach helps prevent and reverse Alzheimer’s, bringing real hope and results for brain health worldw...
What My Mom’s Dementia Taught Me About Living Well
11 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I talk with Jenna Abbott about how her mother’s dementia diagnosis inspired her to change her own life, from diet and sleep to exercise and CPAP. Th...
The Stress Paradox: How Good Stress Keeps Us Young
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Sharon Bergquist shares how good stress and hormesis help you grow stronger, protect your brain, and age well. Learn practical ways to build resil...
Hope in Ketosis: Nancy and Jerry’s Road to Cognitive Recovery
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this deeply personal conversation, Jerry and Nancy Nelson open up about their emotional journey through Alzheimer’s—sharing how ketogenic thera...
Rewiring the Brain, Reclaiming Your Life: Dr. Nathan’s Wisdom on Aging Well
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I sat down with Dr. Neil Nathan to explore how aging, illness, and emotional healing intersect—and why we have more choice than we think. We talk ab...
Love in the Time of Alzheimer’s: Randall’s Caregiver Journey
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I sat down with Randall Maxted to hear the moving story of his wife’s cognitive decline and his relentless pursuit of healing. From rejection by neu...
From Lectins to Longevity: Dr. Gundry’s Guide to Total Gut Health
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I sat down with Dr. Steven Gundry to unpack the incredible connection between the gut and brain—how what’s in our microbiome influences everything...
ThinkWell AgeWell Podcast
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to ThinkWell AgeWell with Dr. Heather Sandison, New York Times bestselling author of Reversing Alzheimer’s. This podcast celebrates aging as...