The Vibrant Wellness Podcast

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The Longevity Mindset: Compassion, Curiosity, and Connection | Dr. Tamsin Lewis, MD

2026-09-2330:24

Dr. Tamsin Lewis joins the show to discuss the mindset behind longevity and why flourishing requires more than productivity or physical optimization. Together, we explore how compassion, curiosity, connection, and time spent outside the ego can support a more expansive approach to living well. We dive into: Why productivity can become an addictionThe value of cultivating deep relationshipsHow forgiveness contributes to personal well-beingWhy meaningful connection is not a waste of timeMoving ...

Why “Normal for Your Age” Shouldn’t Be the Goal | Dr. Jeffrey Gladden, MD, FACC

2026-09-1634:55

Dr. Jeffrey Gladden joins the show to discuss longevity, healthy aging, nervous system health, and what it means to live young for a lifetime. Together, we explore why feeling unwell should not automatically be accepted as a normal part of aging, how clinicians can look beyond symptoms to address deeper drivers of health, and why curiosity, purpose, performance, and daily habits all matter for a longer, more vibrant life. We dive into: Why “normal for your age” should not always be the goalTh...

The Root Causes of SIBO and Chronic Gut Issues | Angela Pifer, FMN

2026-08-1929:42

Angela Pifer joins the show to discuss SIBO, digestive dysfunction, the gut-brain connection, and why lasting gut health requires looking beyond symptoms to uncover the underlying drivers. Together, we explore how stress, nervous system dysregulation, infections, diet, lifestyle, and environmental factors can influence digestion and why a personalized, root-cause approach is essential for breaking the cycle of recurring gut issues. We dive into: SIBO symptoms and why bacterial overgrowth is o...

How Dopamine Shapes Cravings, Anxiety & Behavior | Kyle Bills, PhD

2026-08-1224:23

Dr. Kyle Bills joins the show to explore the neuroscience of dopamine, anxiety, addiction, and the emerging role of non-pharmacological interventions in supporting brain health. Together, we discuss how targeted vibrational stimulation may influence neurological pathways involved in reward, craving, and behavior and how this technology could complement existing therapies to support more effective, personalized care. We dive into: How dopamine and GABA interact within the brain’s reward and ...

When Stress Becomes Trauma: Healing the Nervous System | Dr. Aimie Apigian, MD

2026-08-0547:06

Dr. Aimie Apigian joins the show to explain how unresolved trauma can become embedded in the body's biology, shaping energy, digestion, sleep, pain, mood, and the ability to respond to stress. Drawing from her experience as a physician, adoptive mother, and trauma specialist, she breaks down the difference between healthy activation and nervous system overwhelm, including the shutdown state that can leave people feeling exhausted, disconnected, or stuck. We dive into: How Dr. Apigian's pers...

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