Smarter Not Harder podcast

Dr. Abid Husain | Why Cholesterol Isn’t the Problem: Rethinking Heart Health
May 14, 2025
In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, Dr. Abid Husain joins Dr. Scott Sherr for a masterclass on cardiovascular health — from cholesterol myths to mitochondrial truth. They explore what truly drives inflammation, plaque formation, and cardiovascular risk, while dismantling the outdated “cholesterol = heart disease” narrative.
I Tried It So You Don’t Have To: Biohacks, Fails, and Weird Protocols
May 07, 2025
In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, we dive into the outrageous, unexpected, and sometimes uncomfortable experiments our hosts have tried in the name of health optimization. From gallbladder flushes and vitamin D megadosing to powerlifting with a colonic and hiking mountains while microdosing, this episode is full of real (and ridiculous) stories. Boomer Anderson, Dr. Scott Sherr, Dr. Ted Achacoso, Jodi Duval, and Dr. Allen Bookatz share the protocols they’ve tested so you don’t have to — and what they actually learned from pushing the limits.
Dr. Scott Sherr | Methylene Blue Myths, Media Hype, and the Truth
Apr 30, 2025
In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, Dr. Scott Sherr takes us on a solo deep dive into the myths, history, physiology, and media controversies surrounding methylene blue. From Blue Brains headlines to Huberman posts and clinical dosing strategies, Scott sets the record straight and unpacks why this molecule has become a lightning rod in health optimization conversations.
Bob Troia | How to Track Your Way to Better Health
Apr 23, 2025
In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, Bob Troia explores what it means to truly understand yourself through data. With decades of experience in both tech and personal science, Bob shares his journey from building early web innovations to becoming a leader in the quantified self and biohacking space. As the co-founder of Awesome Labs and SuppTrack, Bob discusses how his personal experiments with sleep, glucose, HRV, and nootropics like methylene blue have inspired tools that help others optimize their lives.
Dr. Larry Palevsky | Rethinking Modern Medicine: Journey Into Root Cause Healing
Apr 16, 2025
In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, Dr. Larry Palevsky shares his journey from pediatric emergency medicine to a root cause-based approach to healing. Drawing on decades of clinical experience, he explores why suppressing symptoms may interfere with true recovery, and how restoring parasympathetic balance, optimizing nutrition, and reducing environmental inputs can transform both acute and chronic illness, especially in children.
Dr. Cody Kriegel | Biological Dentistry Explained: What’s Really Happening in Your Mouth
Apr 09, 2025
In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, Dr. Cody Kriegel takes us deep into the world of biological dentistry — a rapidly growing field that connects oral health with overall wellness. From root canals to cavitations, mercury fillings to ceramic implants, Dr. Cody shares his clinical experience, personal journey, and powerful patient transformations that reveal just how interconnected your mouth is with the rest of your body. You’ll also hear why he believes traditional dentistry is due for a major paradigm shift, and how modern technology like CBCT, PRF, and laser therapy are revolutionizing oral care.

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