What do you do when the medical system you were trained to trust can't save your own daughter?

That's the question Dr. Aaron Hartman ran into the day he met his foster daughter Anna. She came into the world facing more than her share of challenges, and doctors told the Hartmans she wouldn't walk, talk, or crawl.

When the standard recommendation came down to a feeding tube and a string of surgeries, Aaron and his wife said no. They were reported to Child Protective Services for wanting to feed their daughter food instead.

Anna is now 20, and she walks and talks just fine. Her story rebuilt her father's entire approach to medicine. Aaron sits down with Chris to talk about what he's learned along the way and the role healthy fats play in healing the brain. They discuss how the pharmaceutical research world really works from the inside and why purpose may be the most underrated longevity tool we have.

"Your body was made to heal. You were made for health. Your body was made to self-heal and self-repair." ~ Aaron Hartman, MD

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Resources Mentioned

UnCurable: From Hopeless Diagnosis to Defying All Odds by Aaron Hartman, MD: https://uncurablebook.com/

Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl: https://a.co/d/0iLD2ZSP

Blue Zones: https://www.bluezones.com/

About Aaron Hartman

Aaron Hartman, MD, is a triple board-certified physician in Family Medicine, Integrative Medicine, and Anti-Aging/Regenerative Medicine. He's the founder of Richmond Integrative & Functional Medicine, where he treats patients other doctors have given up on. Over the last 15 years, he's been the principal investigator on more than 70 clinical trials, taught the next generation of physicians as an associate professor, and built a practice that pulls patients from across the country. He's the author of UnCurable: From Hopeless Diagnosis to Defying All Odds and the host of the Made for Health podcast.

Connect with Aaron Hartman

Website: https://aaronhartmanmd.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-hartmanmd

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aaronhartmanmd/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AaronHartmanMD

Connect with Chris Burres

Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/

Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres

Disclaimer

The content shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice of any kind, nor does it include any specific claims or guarantees. The views expressed are based on personal experiences, research, and individual perspectives, and are meant to inspire and inform listeners on topics related to wellness, lifestyle, and personal development.

We strongly encourage all listeners to consult with a qualified professional or licensed expert before making any decisions related to health, finances, or other sensitive areas of life. Thank you for tuning in—and for taking proactive steps toward a more informed, intentional life.

You can stack every supplement, peptide, and biohack out there. It still won't fix the one thing wearing most of us down faster than any of it: unresolved stress and trauma.

Dr. Bhargav Patel has spent his career studying how that wear and tear shows up in the brain, the body, and the lifespan, none of which a standard lab test will flag. He's one of the few doctors who treat the mind as part of the body rather than something separate from it.

He walks us through the framework behind trauma recovery, why SSRIs work for reasons most people get wrong, and how processing trauma can hit 75% recovery rates. AI in healthcare comes up, too, along with why hallucinations are baked into every LLM and just how wide the mental health access gap is in the U.S.

"Supplements aren’t the core of your longevity regimen. They're the last 5 to 10%. The 90% is the core health things we all know we should do: exercise, sleep, and eat well." ~ Dr. Bhargav Patel

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Resources Mentioned

The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/313183/the-body-keeps-the-score-by-bessel-van-der-kolk-md/

The Hypomanic Edge by John D. Gartner: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Hypomanic-Edge/John-D-Gartner/9780743243452

MyPEAK Supplements: https://www.mypeaksupplements.com/

About Bhargav Patel

Dr. Bhargav Patel is a board-certified psychiatrist and NIMH-funded Child and Adolescent Psychiatry research fellow at Brown University. He's the founder of Sage Psychiatric Professionals and serves as Founding Medical Director and Director of AI Decision Support at Sully.ai. He's also the Co-Founder, CEO, and Chief Scientific Officer of MyPEAK. His upcoming book, Trauma Transformed, looks at how the brain actually heals from trauma, and what most of us get wrong about the process.

Connect with Bhargav Patel

Website: https://www.bhargavpatelmd.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bhargav-b-patel

Newsletter: https://bhargavpatelmd.beehiiv.com/

Connect with Chris Burres

Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/

Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres

Disclaimer

The content shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice of any kind, nor does it include any specific claims or guarantees. The views expressed are based on personal experiences, research, and individual perspectives, and are meant to inspire and inform listeners on topics related to wellness, lifestyle, and personal development.

74% of American adults are overweight. 42% are clinically obese. And almost every one of them can list the foods they shouldn't be eating. So, what's actually going on?

That's what started bugging Matty Lansdown when he was working as a cancer researcher and noticed something weird: 80% of the patients walking through the door were overweight, and every one of them already knew their diet was a mess. Knowing clearly wasn't the problem, but something was. That something pulled him out of the lab and into a completely different career.

Today, Matty unpacks why diets keep failing people over and over, how the stuff that happens to us as kids shows up later as the food we can't put down, and why there's a little rebel inside all of us that will burn down anything good unless we give it somewhere to play.

"Food is often used as a distraction or a suppressant, to be able to avoid feeling feelings that are heavy that we don't know what to do with." ~ Matty Lansdown

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Resources Mentioned

The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/313183/the-body-keeps-the-score-by-bessel-van-der-kolk-md/

The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks: https://www.amazon.com/Big-Leap-Conquer-Hidden-Level/dp/0061735361

About Matty Lansdown

Matty Lansdown is a scientist, nutritionist, and emotional and binge eating coach with over 10 years of experience. After working in a nutritional epigenetics lab servicing elite athletes and spending years on cancer research teams, he left corporate science to focus on the real driver behind weight loss: emotional patterns and mindset. He's worked with 200+ clients and hosts The Real Weight Loss Coach podcast.

Connect with Matty Lansdown

Website: https://mattylansdown.com/

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-real-weight-loss-coach/id1450212088

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.real.weight.loss.coach/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@therealweightlosscoach

Connect with Chris Burres

Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/

Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres

Disclaimer

The content shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice of any kind, nor does it include any specific claims or guarantees. The views expressed are based on personal experiences, research, and individual perspectives, and are meant to inspire and inform listeners on topics related to wellness, lifestyle, and personal development.

You run every test your doctor orders. They all come back fine. But fine compared to who? Compared to the average person, that's anything but healthy.

That's the problem Jeffrey Gaal has spent decades thinking about. Through his work at Genetic LifeSpan, he's leading the charge to move people away from outdated benchmarks and into a new era of testing that shows what's happening inside the cell.

Jeffrey walks us through the AgeCode test, which combines genetic predisposition, methylation epigenetics, and intracellular micronutrient data into a 120-page report covering biological age, pace of aging, and 11 key organ systems.

The conversation digs into why a vitamin D reading of 95 can still mean you're critically low at the cellular level, why most of modern medicine is sick care wearing a healthcare label, and why discernment is the greatest gift any of us has.

"We don't have a healthcare system. We have a sick care system. We are in the disease management business. We are not in getting people well." ~ Jeffrey Gaal

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Resources Mentioned

AgeCode by Genetic LifeSpan:

https://www.geneticlifespan.com/

About Jeffrey Gaal

Jeffrey Gaal is the co-founder and Chief Revenue Officer at Genetic LifeSpan, a biotechnology company pioneering personalized medicine through epigenetics and genomic science. With 36 years across engineering, wellness, regenerative medicine, and biohacking, Jeffrey is a Quantum Practitioner and international keynote speaker on a mission to empower people to take control of their health and live with higher consciousness.

Connect with Jeffrey Gaal

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeffreymgaal/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrey-gaal-5069996

Email: Jeffrey.gaal@geneticlifespan.com

Website: https://www.geneticlifespan.com/

Connect with Chris Burres

Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/

Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres

Disclaimer

The content shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice of any kind, nor does it include any specific claims or guarantees. The views expressed are based on personal experiences, research, and individual perspectives, and are meant to inspire and inform listeners on topics related to wellness, lifestyle, and personal development.

We strongly encourage all listeners to consult with a qualified professional or licensed expert before making any decisions related to health, finances, or other sensitive areas of life. Thank you for tuning in!

Most people think aging is something that happens to them. Jean Titus thinks that's the first mistake.

Growing up in Liberia, Jean lost his mother to cancer, left a finance career that paid well but meant nothing, and spent years quietly rebuilding himself from the ground up. By the time a candid beach photo his daughter took went viral with 40,000 likes, he had already done the work. The audience just caught up.

Jean gets into the mindset that separates people who actually change from people who stay stuck, why chasing money and status is the path of least resistance, and the three things he does every single day to stay sharp, lean, and purposeful well into the years most people start to coast.

"No one owes you an opportunity. You create your own opportunities if you're good enough." ~ Jean Titus

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Resources Mentioned

Unlimited: Break the Chains, Live with Intention, Leave Nothing on the Table by Jean Titus https://titusunlimited.com/products/copy-complete-minerals

About Jean Titus

Jean Titus, known as Titus Unlimited, is a high-performance wellness coach, author, and founder of Unlimited Supplements. At six foot one and 7% body fat, he embodies the philosophy he teaches. With nearly 1 million followers and over 200 million video views, Jean shares his approach to a disciplined mindset, nutrition, and longevity with a global audience. He is the author of Unlimited: Break the Chains, Live with Intention, Leave Nothing on the Table, and his work has been featured in Muscle and Fitness, ESPN, AARP, and CBS. His mission is to help people realize that true wealth begins with health.

Connect with Jean Titus

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/titusunlimited/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TitusUnlimited/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@titusunlimited

Website: https://titusunlimited.com/

Connect with Chris Burres

Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/

Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres

Disclaimer
The content shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice of any kind, nor does it include any specific claims or guarantees. The views expressed are based on personal experiences, research, and individual perspectives, and are meant to inspire and inform listeners on topics related to wellness, lifestyle, and personal development.

We strongly encourage all listeners to consult with a qualified professional or licensed expert before making any decisions related to health, finances, or other sensitive areas of life. Thank you for tuning in—and for taking proactive steps toward a more informed, intentional life.

Are you feeling burnt out despite your best efforts to optimize every aspect of your life? It’s easy to get caught in the cycle of chasing success, only to find yourself anxious, disconnected, and unfulfilled.

Today’s guest, Pavel Aeon, shares how he went from achieving business success to feeling deeply unfulfilled, and how he embarked on a profound journey of self-discovery.

Pavel spent 60 days in total darkness to reset his mind and spirit, and now teaches high achievers how to achieve balance and live with purpose. He reveals the powerful impact of disconnecting from the chaos of everyday life to find true inner peace.

You’ll discover the importance of balancing material success with spiritual growth, the need to reset both the mind and body through intentional practices, and how embracing solitude can lead to profound clarity.

“There is no more powerful medicine than facing your darkness to redefine your light.” Pavel Aeon

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Resources Mentioned in the Episode:

Earth 2.0 Skool Community: https://www.skool.com/earth2

About Pavel Aeon

Pavel is a transformation architect and the founder of Earth 2.0, a movement designed to help individuals redefine success and find balance in their lives. With a background in entrepreneurship, Pavel sold his multi-million dollar business and turned his attention to deep spiritual work. Through immersive experiences, he helps high achievers from all walks of life unlock true transformation by focusing on inner peace and personal growth. Pavel is passionate about creating immersive workshops, retreats, and experiences that help people live healthier, happier, and more harmonious lives.

Connect with Pavel Aeon:

- Website: https://www.upperaeon.com/

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noaaonofficial/

Connect with Chris Burres:

- Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/

- Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/

- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres

Disclaimer

The content shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice of any kind, nor does it include any specific claims or guarantees. The views expressed are based on personal experiences, research, and individual perspectives, and are meant to inspire and inform listeners on topics related to wellness, lifestyle, and personal development.

We strongly encourage all listeners to consult with a qualified professional or licensed expert before making any decisions related to health, finances, or other sensitive areas of life. Thank you for tuning in—and for taking proactive steps toward a more informed, intentional life.

Have you been eating less, working out more, and still can't seem to shed a single pound? I sat down with Dani Conway to explore why traditional dieting is actually working against your body. Dani overcame a 65-pound weight struggle and severe hormone dysfunction and now helps midlife women do the same.

You'll discover why calorie restriction and intermittent fasting are two of the biggest fat-loss mistakes women over 40 make. Dani shares how decades of yo-yo dieting actually downregulate your metabolism, making conventional diets progressively less effective.

She explains why fixing your gut and detoxification pathways should come before addressing hormones. We also cover why protein intake (at least 30–40g per meal) is non-negotiable for body recomposition and how resistance training paired with the right nutrition strategy is the true path to the lean, strong body most women are working so hard for.

“Eating less to weigh less is not metabolic nutrition, but eating more to weigh less is metabolic nutrition.” Dani Conway

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Resources:

The Wellness Collective Community: https://nutritionthenaturalway.com/

Weight Loss Accelerator Program: https://nutritionthenaturalway.com/group-coaching-and-accountability/

About Dani Conway

Dani Conway is a board-certified functional diagnostic nutrition practitioner and the founder of The Fat Burn Formula for Women Over 40. With over two decades of experience in hormone optimization, metabolic nutrition, and sustainable fat loss, Dani helps midlife women achieve their health goals without following restrictive diets. She specializes in rebalancing hormones, improving digestion, and creating personalized nutrition plans that allow her clients to thrive.

Connect with Dani Conway

Website: https://nutritionthenaturalway.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daniconwayofficial/

Email: dani@nutritionthenaturalway.com

Connect with Chris Burres:

- Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/

- Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/

- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres

Disclaimer

The content shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice of any kind, nor does it include any specific claims or guarantees. The views expressed are based on personal experiences, research, and individual perspectives, and are meant to inspire and inform listeners on topics related to wellness, lifestyle, and personal development.

We strongly encourage all listeners to consult with a qualified professional or licensed expert before making any decisions related to health, finances, or other sensitive areas of life. Thank you for tuning in—and for taking proactive steps toward a more informed, intentional life.

Your body has everything it needs to heal itself. You just need to know how to activate it. In this episode, I sit down with Ryan Riley to explore a powerful concept that could reshape how we think about aging, recovery, and disease.

Ryan breaks down how stem cells function as the body’s natural repair system and why most of us are operating with far fewer of them than we should. We also dig into the science behind endogenous stem cell mobilization and how simple daily habits and targeted supplementation can support long-term health.

We discuss how lifestyle habits like cold plunging, red light therapy, and community connection mobilize your own stem cells. Most importantly, you’ll walk away with a new perspective on longevity, not as avoiding death, but as maximizing life.

“Stem cells are at the heart of the repair system of the body.” Ryan Riley

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About Ryan Riley

Ryan Riley is the CEO of STEMREGEN and a seasoned entrepreneur in the health and wellness space. He previously founded CellCore Biosciences, scaling it to nearly $50 million in revenue before its $200 million acquisition. Ryan specializes in bringing science-backed innovations to market, with a current focus on stem cell activation and longevity. His mission is to help people enhance their body’s natural repair systems and improve long-term health outcomes.

Connect with Ryan Riley:

- Website: https://fifthhammer.com

- Company: https://www.stemregen.co/

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.riley.fh/

Connect with Chris Burres:

- Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/

- Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/

- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres/

Disclaimer

The content shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice of any kind, nor does it include any specific claims or guarantees. The views expressed are based on personal experiences, research, and individual perspectives, and are meant to inspire and inform listeners on topics related to wellness, lifestyle, and personal development.

We strongly encourage all listeners to consult with a qualified professional or licensed expert before making any decisions related to health, finances, or other sensitive areas of life. Thank you for tuning in—and for taking proactive steps toward a more informed, intentional life.