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Health Optimisation Podcast with Timbiohacker

Health Optimisation Podcast with Timbiohacker

By: Tim Gray
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 Tim Gray, the UK's leading biohacker and founder of the Health Optimisation Summit, brings you the world’s most renowned health and longevity experts. He gets sciency. He challenges assumptions. And he doesn't hold back. Tune in for super accessible, no-nonsense, easy-to-follow tips you can use to uplevel your life today. YT: https://www.youtube.com/@timbiohacker IG: https://www.instagram.com/timbiohacker Website: https://healthoptimisation.com/ Newsletter: https://timbiohacker.co/profileTim Gray Hygiene & Healthy Living Personal Development Personal Success Science
Episodes
  • Chris Williamson on The Trade-Offs Behind Every High Performer

    Chris Williamson on The Trade-Offs Behind Every High Performer
    Aug 20 2025
    💬 “All of the stuff you’re most proud of, your strengths and the ways you have a competitive advantage, will often have a trade-off on the other side.” - Chris Williamson From sleep regularity and managing open loops to understanding hidden versus observable metrics, Chris Williamson offers a masterclass on what drives high performers and the costs that come with it. In this episode, Chris and Tim unpack: ➡︎ Sleep as the ultimate performance enhancer: why sleep regularity beats duration, and why simple habits (like leaving your phone outside the bedroom) make the biggest difference. ➡︎ Open loops and obsessive curiosity: how Chris’s ruminating mind, once a challenge, became his greatest superpower. ➡︎ The paradox of success: why many high achievers mistake “hard” for “valuable” and chase the wrong outcomes. ➡︎ Hidden vs observable metrics: why peace of mind, time with loved ones, and alignment with values matter more than titles, bank balances, or status symbols. ➡︎ The cost of excellence: how insecurities, trade-offs, and self-doubt fuel greatness, but can also become destructive if unchecked. ➡︎ Designing your desires: why you should ask not just “what do I want?” but “what do I want to want?” ➡︎ Tim Gray sits down with Chris Williamson to discuss the hidden trade-offs behind high performance, the paradoxes that shape success, and the deeper truths of personal growth. ➡︎ Chris Williamson is the host of the Modern Wisdom podcast, one of the world’s fastest-growing shows on human behavior, psychology, and performance. With over 900 episodes and millions of downloads, Chris has interviewed leading thinkers including Jordan Peterson, David Goggins, and Naval Ravikant. Drawing on his journey from nightlife entrepreneur to broadcaster and thought leader, Chris is recognized for distilling complex ideas into practical insights on self-development, success, and the trade-offs associated with high achievement. 💡 Highlights 0:00 Intro 00:28 The Simple Hacks That Actually Work (Sleep, Phones, and Routine) 02:37 Why Sleep Regularity Beats Sleep Duration 08:16 Childhood Passions and the Loop Back to Purpose 12:45 Obsession, Trade-Offs, and the Price of Greatness 16:33 Closing Loops: Structure vs Creativity 20:45 Stop Discounting Your Strengths 22:07 The Difference Between Hard and Valuable 24:56 Hidden vs Observable Metrics: What Really Matters 28:28 Designing Your Desires and Paying the Price 38:52 Impostor Syndrome as a Feature, Not a Bug 40:36 The Risk of Turning Life Into a Performance 43:06 Fitness, Habits, and the Fuel That Gets You Started 47:31 Why Health Should Be Treated as an Experiment 47:39 Final Thoughts and Farewell 🔎 Visit: https://www.chriswillx.com and https://www.instagram.com/chriswillx/ Resources Mentioned in the Episode Eight Sleep - https://www.eightsleep.com WHOOP - https://www.whoop.com Getting Things Done by David Allen - https://gettingthingsdone.com/ Modern Wisdom Podcast - https://chriswillx.com/podcast/
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    49 mins
  • The Problem with Modern Health Advice (That No One Talks About) | Dr. Karan Rajan

    The Problem with Modern Health Advice (That No One Talks About) | Dr. Karan Rajan
    Jul 16 2025
    💬 “ We already know the biggest levers. Nutrition, sleep, movement, connection, sunlight—all of those things we've known about for decades and they're not sexy, but they work. Even novel gadgets are just an add-on to these big buckets." ~ Dr. Karan Rajan➡ In this episode, host Tim Gray sits down with NHS surgeon and social media phenomenon Dr. Karan Rajan to navigate the complex world where mainstream medicine meets online wellness culture. Dr. Karan shares his long history of making educational content and his mission to provide nuanced, evidence-based knowledge in a digestible format. Together, they dive deep into the tension between established medical practice and the biohacking movement, exploring how to remain grounded in science while staying open to innovation. Listeners will come away with a refreshing, balanced perspective on health optimization and the tools to separate science from fiction.💡 Highlights(0:00) Intro(1:09) Welcome to Dr. Rajan(1:12) Why an NHS Surgeon Started Making TikToks(6:46) Why a Degree Doesn't Mean Someone is Always Right(11:07) Bridging Mainstream Medicine and the Wellness World(16:48) The "Big Levers" of Health vs. The Extra 1% from Biohacking(20:47) The Dangers of Over-Supplementation & Protecting Your Liver(26:48) Dr. Karan Reveals the Supplements He Personally Takes(33:04) Mouth Taping: An Updated, Nuanced Stance(44:06) A 3-Phase Plan to Support Your Gut Through Antibiotics(52:44) Fiber vs. Fibers: Why Diversity is the Key to Gut Health(56:24) The Debate on Blue-Blocking Glasses(59:59) An Honest Take on Hydrogen Water(1:03:51) Rapid Fire: Harmful Trends, Fixing the NHS, and Biggest Health WinsFollow Dr. Karan Rajan for more evidence-based health education:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkaranrajan/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.karanr YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrKaran/videos Massive thank you to OMNi-BiOTiC for sponsoring this episode!Most people think detox starts with your liver - but it actually begins in your gut. If your gut barrier is weak, your liver gets overloaded, fast. That’s why I’ve added OMNi-BiOTiC HETOX to my morning routine. It’s a probiotic powder delivering 15 billion bacteria from 9 scientifically tested strains, specifically selected to tighten your gut lining, balance cholesterol, and reduce the toxic load on your liver. The sachets are super easy to take, and it’s free from gluten, yeast, lactose and animal protein. Since taking it, I’ve noticed better digestion, clearer mental focus, and more consistent energy levels.If you’re interested in detox, energy, or metabolic health, visit http://shop.omni-biotic.com and use code TIM for 20% off to give your gut the upgrade it deserves. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    1 hr and 14 mins
  • Inside the Female Biohacking Era with Kayla Barnes

    Inside the Female Biohacking Era with Kayla Barnes
    Jul 2 2025
    ⚡️Female-specific health protocols, groundbreaking therapies, & the secrets to thriving in your prime years.💬 “ Women weren't required to be included in medical research until the early 1990s, which is about the same time I was born.” - Kayle Barnes➡︎The Evolving Role of Women in Biohacking: Despite statistics indicating that the community is predominantly male, Tim and Kayla express optimism about the evolving status of women. ➡︎Fertility and Environmental Toxins: A Growing Concern: With lifestyle and environmental factors accounting for up to 50% of infertility cases, this episode explores the critical biohacks and diagnostics women should consider to preserve their fertility. ➡︎The Power of Creatine: Not Just for Men: Creatine, traditionally associated with muscle growth and performance in men, is hailed as a game-changer for women as well. ➡︎Emerging Therapies and Controversial Treatments: Treatments like Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT), plasmapheresis, and emerging European innovations like in-use pheresis are gaining traction for their potential benefits.➡︎ Kayla is the CEO and Co-Owner of LYV The Wellness Space, which is one of the most innovative precision medicine and biology upgrading clinics in the country. Kayla is also the creator and host of the Brain Biohacking Podcast and co-founder of the Health Optimization Fund. She completed coursework and is certified by the Amen Clinics for Brain Health and IIN for Integrative Nutrition.💡 Highlights(0:00) Intro(1:09) The Role of Women in Biohacking(2:15) Challenges and Evolution in Female Biohacking(5:10) Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy and Its Growth(7:24) Publishing Personal Health Data(14:12) Female-Specific Health Protocols(23:09) Menopause and Hormone Replacement Therapy(29:09) Fertility and Environmental Toxins(37:23) Innovations in At-Home Health Testing(38:44) Vaginal and Oral Microbiome Insights(43:24) Brain Health and Stress Management(49:55) Emerging Therapies and Controversial Treatments(55:49) The Power of Creatine and Female Supplementation(58:56) Top Biohacks and Longevity Tips(1:06:19) Final Thoughts and Farewell🔎 Visit: https://www.kaylabarnes.com and https://www.instagram.com/kaylabarnes/A big thank you to Timeline Longevity for sponsoring this episode!I’ve been taking Mitopure for years now - it’s the only clinically proven form of Urolithin A, a compound that recharges your cellular energy by restoring your mitochondria (those tiny powerhouses inside your cells). It’s been developed over 15 years with the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology, and it works. Since taking it, I’ve noticed stronger workouts, faster recovery, and sustained energy.Now it comes in a clean, sugar-free gummy (naturally sweetened with stevia) - vegan, gluten-free and non-GMO. Same powerful science, even easier to take.If you want to stay strong and energised now and as you age, head to https://timeline.com/TIMBIOHACKER, or use the code TIMBIOHACKER for 20% off your first order. Trust me, your cells will thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    1 hr and 8 mins
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