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Age Defiantly with Mark Young
Age Defiantly is a podcast for high-performing adults who refuse to accept decline as a normal part of aging. Hosted by Mark Young, the show explores health, longevity, performance, and mindset through evidence-based conversations with credible experts and practitioners. Each episode focuses on understanding what actually works, why it works, and how to apply it in real life. This podcast is for entrepreneurs, executives, professionals, and driven individuals who believe health is the…
Episodes
- Age Defiantly with Mark Young
Can AI Make Personalized Healthcare More Affordable? with Dr. Nasha Winters
Imagine a doctor spending 10 to 12 hours reviewing a single patient's medical history, lab results, and treatment options. According to Dr. Nasha Winters…
- Age Defiantly with Mark Young
Staying Unapologetic in the Age of Cancel Culture with JP Sears
Call a man an elephant, and he’ll laugh it off. Tell a balding man his hair is thinning and watch his face change. According to JP Sears, that gap explains a…
- Age Defiantly with Mark Young
Stop Drugging Anxiety. Fix the Problem Instead.
Just a few years ago, peptides were rarely discussed outside niche health and biohacking circles. Today, peptide therapeutics are a massive industry, with the…
- Age Defiantly with Mark Young
The Crazy Thing Marriage Does to a Man's Testosterone with Dr. John Gray
When the book Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus was published in 1992, nobody could have predicted it would sell tens of millions of copies in more than…
- Age Defiantly with Mark Young
Restoring the Cellular Energy We Lose With Age With Baran Dilaver
For a lot of people, diagnosis feels like the beginning of a health problem. However, most of the time it's closer to the middle. Type 2 diabetes can be…
- Age Defiantly with Mark Young
Acne After 30 Is Your Body Asking for Help| Katie Stewart
Skin is the largest and fastest-growing organ in the human body. That's why it can tell you a lot about what's going on beneath the surface. Breakouts…
- Age Defiantly with Mark Young
The Words You Use Are Shaping Your Body with JJ Virgin
The words you use don't just describe your life. They shape it. And not in a self-help book kind of way. The nervous system reacts to language in real time…
- Age Defiantly with Mark Young
How Toxin Exposure Turns Into Chronic Disease with Dr. Thomas Levy
According to the CDC, chronic disease is now the leading cause of death worldwide, taking 41 million lives every year. In the US alone, over 60% of adults have…
- Age Defiantly with Mark Young
Your Body Loses 90% of Stem Cells Before the Age of 40, Here's Why - Christian Drapeau
Stem cells are our body's raw materials. You can look at them as your internal repair system. When you're sick or injured, stem cells help you recover as soon…
- Age Defiantly with Mark Young
Your Thyroid Might Be the Reason You Can't Lose Weight With Dr. Amie Hornaman
Right now, one in five American households has someone on a GLP-1. Sure, Ozempic and Mounjaro have proven effective in the short run. They do help people lose…
- Age Defiantly with Mark Young
The Four Pillars Behind a Cancer Recovery With Rob René
It all started with a small, seemingly harmless mole on his ankle. Like most, Rob René ignored it. Unfortunately, he kept ignoring it for way too long. By the…
- Age Defiantly with Mark Young
The Supplement Industry's Dirty Secret with Shawn Wells
The global supplement industry is worth about $200 billion. Some people spend a few hundred dollars a month on their supplements. But the problem is, people…
- Age Defiantly with Mark Young
What Your Oral Hygiene Says About Your Heart Health with Dr. Herb Moskowitz
47% of American adults have periodontal disease and a 20% higher risk of cardiovascular disease because of it. The dental industry has known about this since…
- Age Defiantly with Mark Young
Why Everyone's Using GLPs Wrong with Dr. Melissa Grill-Petersen
This: One in eight Americans is on a GLP. It's been called the biggest medical breakthrough since penicillin. The drug is now pretty much everywhere. Yet, Dr…
- Age Defiantly with Mark Young
Running A Business Like A Pro Athlete with Dr. Sean Drake
For millennia, athletes have been looking for ways to recover faster, push harder, and squeeze every drop out of the body. In the 21st century, it turns out…
- Age Defiantly with Mark Young
Mold, Mitochondria, and Why You Feel Awful with Dr. John Kim
People think a heart attack comes without a warning. Dr. Kim knows it doesn't. He was in his early 30s and in good shape when a heart attack nearly killed him…
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How to Treat the Cause, Not the Symptom with Dylan Gemelli (Part 2)
When you turn on this episode and hear "Welcome to the Dylan Gemelli Podcast," don't be surprised. Dylan and Mark recorded two conversations back-to-back at…
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The Natural Health Industry Has a Problem with Dylan Gemelli
The natural health space was supposed to be the alternative to the mainstream. But lately, it's been looking more like a copy of it. Same one-size-fits-all…
- Age Defiantly with Mark Young
Pain Isn't Punishment: PEMF, Pilates, and Recovery With Kiki Cordero-Drake
Nearly 1 in 4 American adults lives with chronic pain. But pain is a message, not a punishment. And most of us are missing what the body is trying to say…
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Why Heart Disease Isn’t Just About Cholesterol Anymore with Dr. Sanjay Bhojraj
The biggest problem in modern medicine isn’t what doctors get wrong—it’s what they never ask. Today, Dr. Mark Young sits down with Dr. Sanjay Bhojraj, a…
- Age Defiantly with Mark Young
CODE Health: The Future of Wellness with Non-Chemical Solutions
What if the future of health isn’t about adding more to your body, but about giving your body the right signals to heal itself? In this episode, Dr. Lisa Piper…
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Why Sleep Is the Foundation of Health Optimization and Longevity
Sleep isn't just about resting: it's vital for health, longevity, and mental clarity. In this solo episode, Dr. Mark Young emphasizes that, before seeking…
- Age Defiantly with Mark Young
THIS is the Secret to High Performance with James Laughlin
Is doing more the secret to high performance? In this episode, Dr. Mark Young welcomes James Laughlin, a former world champion drummer turned performance coach…
- Age Defiantly with Mark Young
Your Brain Is Addicted to Stress (And Companies Know It)
Your brain is addicted to stress, but you can break the cycle. In this episode, neuroscientist Jonathan (Jon) Hacker joins Dr. Mark Young to discuss a crucial…
- Age Defiantly with Mark Young
Letters to My Future Self: What a Life Well-Built Actually Looks Like
What if age isn’t the limit? Letters to My Future Self explores how mindset, purpose, and health can defy conventional aging. In this episode, Dr. Mark Young…
- Age Defiantly with Mark Young
How to Use Peptides for Optimal Health: A Readiness Guide
Peptides are being widely promoted as shortcuts to health, fitness, or weight loss. However, before jumping into peptides, you have to make sure you have good…
- Age Defiantly with Mark Young
How to Fight Aging and Menopause Symptoms with Personalized Care With Zack Varkaris
Aging doesn’t have to mean declining. Discover how you can take charge of your health and longevity, even in your 50s and beyond. In this episode, Mark Young…
- Age Defiantly with Mark Young
How Environmental Toxins Are Destroying Your Health - The Best of PDL
Tired of the status quo health advice? Discover why traditional medicine isn't enough and how you can take control of your health today. This episode is a…
- Age Defiantly with Mark Young
The Hidden Cause of Cancer Most Doctors Ignore With Dr. Christy Kesslering
Cancer may not start where most people think, and the first treatment might not have to be a drug. In this episode, Mark Young interviews radiation oncologist…
- Age Defiantly with Mark Young
Methylene Blue: Biohacker’s Secret for Energy & Detoxification With Dr. Scott Sherr
Are you on the lookout for the latest biohacking tool? In this episode, Mark Young and Dr. Scott Sherr dive into the intriguing world of methylene blue…
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[Ep 42] Why Your Body is Inflamed (And It’s Not Why You Think) | Dr. Shivani Gupta
Most people treat inflammation as an enemy to be suppressed. But what if it’s actually a vital communication from your body? Today, we sit down with Ayurvedic…
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[Ep 41] Organic vs. Regenerative Farming: Why Food is Medicine | Bob Jones Jr.
Is "Organic" actually healthy, or is it just a marketing label? In this episode of Performance Driven Living, Mark Young joins Bob Jones Jr. (CEO of The Chef’s…
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[Ep 40] How to Survive "Distressed" Real Estate (Without Becoming Distressed) David Ocon
He signed 50 pages of waivers to be a "Human Test Dummy" for the Department of Defense. They drained the blood from his legs to simulate dying on a…
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[Ep 39] Why "Normal" Labs Are Killing You (And How To Fix It) | Steve Giddens
Your blood work came back "Normal." Great news, right? Wrong. In a world where 90% of the population is metabolically unhealthy, being "Normal" just means you…
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[EP 38] Are You Letting the System Decide Your Health? | Dr. Sanjay Bhojraj
What if the most important “treatment” decision you make this year is simply learning how to advocate for yourself? In this episode, Mark Young sits down with…
- Age Defiantly with Mark Young
[Ep 37] Are Doctors Treating Cancer Backwards? | Dr. Nathan Goodyear
Cancer care is changing fast and many patients feel stuck choosing between “conventional” vs “holistic.” In this episode, Dr. Nathan Goodyear breaks down what…
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[Ep 36] AI Won’t Wait: Skills You Need So You Don’t Get Left Behind | Eric Steigelfest
Is AI about to replace your job—or finally unlock your real potential? In this episode of Performance Driven Living, Mark Young sits down with Eric…
- Age Defiantly with Mark Young
[Ep 35] Why Addiction ‘Works’—Until It Wrecks Your Life | Joe Polish
Is addiction really your problem—or the way you learned to survive? In this raw conversation from Metabolic Health Day in Tucson, Mark Young sits down with Joe…
- Age Defiantly with Mark Young
[Bonus Episode] Could Your Sunscreen Be More Dangerous Than the Sun? | Guerry Grune
Is Your Sunscreen Actually Toxic? Non-Nano Zinc, UVA/UVB & Endocrine Disruptors Explained Most of us were told, “Just wear SPF 30 and you’re safe.” But what if…
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[Ep 34] ED Isn’t Just “Performance”—It’s a Heart Health Warning | Dr. Nathan Bryan
Erectile dysfunction is more than a bedroom issue—it’s often the first visible sign of systemic vascular trouble. In this fast-paced conversation, Dr. Nathan…
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[Ep 33] FDA Red Dye 3 Ban — What Parents Should Know | Shane Taylor
“Autism Isn’t Political—It’s Personal.” Special-Ed Teacher + Autism Dad Reveals IEP Secrets (and What Food Dyes Did Overnight) If U.S. autism rates are ~1 in…
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[Ep 32] Melatonin Study Fallout: A Smarter Sleep Fix | Carl Pradelli
Struggling after the time change—and wondering if melatonin is really the answer? As “fall back” hit on Nov 2, 2025, sleep is top of mind again. Headlines are…
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[Ep 31] Is Chemo the Only Way to Beat Cancer? | Dr. Nasha Winters
What if cancer care isn’t about “kill the enemy,” but about changing the terrain so the enemy can’t live there? On location at Metabolic Health Day (Tucson…
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[Ep 30] Is the “Mental Health Crisis” Actually a Brain-Energy Problem? | Dr. Patrick Porter
On this episode of Performance Driven Living, host Mark Young sits down with Dr. Patrick Porter, creator of BrainTap, to ask a bold question: Can light, sound…
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[Ep 29] Are Peptides the Decentralized Future of Health? | Jay Campbell
On this episode of Performance Driven Living, Mark Young sits down with Jay Campbell — 5x international bestselling author, men’s physique champion, and…
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[Ep 28] Whole-Person Health, Real Results → Can Faith & Science Align? | Dr. Austin Lake
What happens when unapologetic faith collides with functional medicine? Today I sit down with Dr. Austin Lake—DPT, functional medicine practitioner, and…
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[Ep 27] Full-Body Strength in 20 Minutes! Can Wearable EMS Replace Heavy Days? | Henri & Krisztina Schmidt
What if 20 minutes could deliver a full-body strength session, boost fat loss, protect your joints, and even support rehab? Today Mark sits down with Henri &…
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[Ep 26] Run a Company, Raise a Family - Can You Stay Truly Fit? | Bonnie Barnes
Can you run a company, raise a family, and stay truly fit—without burning out? Bonnie Barnes says yes. The founder of Fit CEO On The Go (triathlete →…
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[Ep 25] Lifelong Habits Start in College, Can Campus Culture Change? | Rebecca Sanchez
College is where most of us make our first real adult decisions—and where a lot of lifelong habits begin. Rebecca Sanchez, Executive Director of the Lifelong…
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[Ep 24] Daily Nutrition in Seconds - Is Algae the Real “Fast Food:? | Dr. Catharine
Algae that fuels astronauts, elite athletes—and maybe your morning routine. Dr. Catherine Arnston (ENERGYbits) sits down with Mark at the Changing Life &…
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[Ep 23] Metabolic Flexibility. Are Ketones the Missing Switch? | Dr. Rob Rogers
Former pro ballplayer and Real Ketones co-founder Rob Rogers joins Performance Driven Living to unpack what ketones really are, why BHB (beta-hydroxybutyrate)…
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[Ep 22] Is Keto a Metabolic State, Not a Diet? | Ben Azadi
Ben Azadi—New York Times bestselling author of Metabolic Freedom and founder of Keto Kamp—joins Mark Young to unpack keto as a metabolic state (not just a…
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[Bonus Episode] Can Latin Voices Redefine Wellness? | Yolanda Benet & Yelissette Aguirre
Latin voices, global health impact. Today we sit down with Yolanda Benet (producer/host of Reconecta) and Yelissette “Yeli” Aguirre (biohacking consultant and…
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[Ep 21] Is Your Lymph Slowing Fat Loss? | Doreiby Riker
Your lymphatic system is your body’s sewage and drainage network—but it doesn’t move itself. In this episode, Mark Young sits down with Doreiby “Dori” Riker…
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[Ep 20] Peptide Skincare: Real Results or Hype? | The Naven Twins - Kymber and Alexis McClay
In this inspiring episode of the Performance Driven Living Podcast, host Mark Young sits down with Kymber and Alexis McClay — better known as The Naven Twins —…
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[Ep19] Can Clothing Really Heal You? | Brian Burzynski
In this episode of Performance Driven Living, host Mark Young sits down with Brian Burzynski — founder of Synergy Release Method® and Intelligent Threads® — to…
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[Ep 18] What Doctors Aren’t Saying About Seed Oils | Rob Vasquez & Randy Johns
What if true health wasn’t just about your body—but your mind, spirit, and the words you speak? Mark sits with Rob Vasquez and Dr. Randy Johns—The Happy…
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[Ep 17] How to Reframe Aging and Live Longer | Laurent Goldstein
In this inspiring and deeply personal episode, Mark welcomes Laurent Goldstein, the documentary filmmaker behind Your Second Fifty—a follow‑up to his original…
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[Ep 16] How Storytelling Bridges Cultures | Dr. Ligia
What does it mean to find your identity across languages, cultures, and borders? In Episode 16 of the Performance Driven Living Podcast, Mark sits down with…