

Reverse Your Biological Age with Valter Longo
Step into the world’s leading longevity lab as Dan Buettner sits down with Dr. Valter Longo, the pioneering Director of the Longevity Institute at USC, to uncover the "best medicine" already hidden within the human body. This episode breaks down the radical science of the Fasting Mimicking Diet, a …

The Tribe with the World’s Cleanest Arteries with Michael Gurven
In this episode of the Dan Buettner Podcast, Dan sits down with evolutionary anthropologist Dr. Michael Gurven to explore the secrets of the Tsimané, an indigenous population in the Bolivian Amazon with the lowest recorded rates of heart disease in the world. While the modern world spends billions…

The 8 Root Causes of Disease You’ve Never Been Taught with Dr. Darshan Shah
From trauma surgeon to longevity pioneer, Dr. Darshan Shah joins Dan Buettner to reveal why modern medicine is often failing to prevent chronic disease and how you can take control of your health. Dr. Shah outlines the eight root causes of illness—ranging from metabolic dysfunction to circadian dis…

The Biology of Belief with Kelly Noonan Gores
In this episode, Dan Buettner sits down with award-winning filmmaker and producer Kelly Noonan Gores, the creative force behind the groundbreaking documentary HEAL. While Dan’s work with the Blue Zones focuses on how environmental and social factors lead to longevity, Kelly investigates the "intern…

The 150-Year Life Expectancy is a Lie with S. Jay Olshansky
In this episode of The Dan Buettner Podcast, world-renowned demographer Dr. Jay Olshansky joins Dan to debunk the viral myths surrounding human longevity. While social media often promises a future where we live to 150, Dr. Olshansky reveals the hard biological truths and explains why we are hittin…

Nature's Anti-Aging Secrets with Dr. Steve Austad
Is the secret to a longer life already hidden in the animal kingdom? In this episode, Dan Buettner sits down with world-renowned biologist Dr. Steven Austad to explore how nature has already solved the mysteries of aging. Dr. Austad explains his "nature is smarter" philosophy, detailing how 500-yea…

How to Reverse Heart Disease and Live to 100 with Rip Esselstyn
In this episode of the Dan Buettner Podcast, Dan is joined by world-record swimmer and health advocate Rip Esselstyn to discuss the life-saving power of a "PlantStrong" lifestyle. They explore the legendary research of Rip’s father, Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn, whose work at the Cleveland Clinic proved …

The High-Functioning Trap: When Success Still Isn't Enough with Dr. Judith Joseph
Are you "over-functioning" but feeling empty inside? In this episode, Dan Buettner sits down with board-certified psychiatrist and researcher Dr. Judith Joseph to pull back the curtain on a silent epidemic sweeping through our high-achieving society: High-Functioning Depression. Dr. Joseph, founde…

The Gut Health Crisis: Why Americans Are Falling Behind with Dr. Tim Spector
Is your gut microbiome the most important organ you're ignoring? In this episode of The Dan Buettner Podcast, world-renowned geneticist and epidemiologist Dr. Tim Spector reveals groundbreaking research on why the microbes in your gut are the ultimate indicator of your health and resilience. Drawi…

New Year Refresh: AI and the Future of Healthcare with Dr. David Agus
What if your goal for 2026 wasn't just to feel better, but to live 10 to 15 years longer? According to Dr. David Agus, one of the world’s leading medical visionaries, we are currently at a tipping point where rapid advancements in AI and medicine can radically extend your lifespan in just a few sho…