# huberman lab essentials (audio feeds) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover huberman lab essentials. Page: Feed: --- ## [Essentials: How to Access Your Creativity | Rick Rubin](https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/essentials-how-to-access-your-creativity-rick-rubin) _2026-08-20 · Huberman Lab_ In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, my guest Rick Rubin, world-renowned music producer and author of The Creative Act: A Way of Being, and I discuss how to access creativity by noticing ideas, trusting your taste and staying fully present with the work. Rick explains the phases of the creative process and how focus, disengagement, self-doubt, deadlines and meditation can support original… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM7816635332.mp3) ## Neuroscience of Emotions & Tools for Improving Emotion Regulation | Dr. Ralph Adolphs _2026-08-17 · Huberman Lab_ Dr. Ralph Adolphs, PhD, is a Professor of Psychology, Neuroscience, and Biology at Caltech and a leading expert on the science of human emotions. We discuss how emotions shape our attention and decision-making, whether emotions are truly “stored” in the body, and whether facial expressions are truly reliable signals of emotion. We also cover tools for improving emotional regulation, including… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM1222961716.mp3) ## [Essentials: How to Optimize Female Hormone Health for Vitality & Longevity | Dr. Sara Gottfried](https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/essentials-how-to-optimize-female-hormone-health-for-vitality-and-longevity-sara-gottfried) _2026-08-13 · Huberman Lab_ In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, my guest is Dr. Sara Gottfried, M.D., a Harvard-trained, board-certified gynecologist and expert in female hormone health. We discuss the key biomarkers women should track at each stage of life and how cortisol, thyroid hormone, estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone shape energy, mood, metabolism, and long-term disease risk. We also discuss PCOS, the… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM5131677929.mp3) ## [Using AI to Increase Your Intelligence & Enrich Humanity | Dr. Fei-Fei Li](https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/using-ai-to-increase-your-intelligence-and-enrich-humanity-fei-fei-li) _2026-08-10 · Huberman Lab_ Dr. Fei-Fei Li, PhD, is a professor of computer science at Stanford University and a pioneer and expert in artificial intelligence (AI). We discuss how AI can be used safely and effectively to extend human capabilities – not just to search for information but specifically to increase human intelligence and creativity. We also discuss how humans collaborating with AI and robots stand to positively… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM5701398040.mp3) ## [Essentials: Control Your Brain Chemistry for Focus, Motivation & Well-Being](https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/essentials-optimize-and-control-your-brain-chemistry-to-improve-health-and-performance) _2026-08-06 · Huberman Lab_ In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I explain how key neuromodulators shape motivation, energy, focus and mood throughout the day. I also describe a toolkit of science-supported behavioral, nutritional and supplement-based strategies to increase baseline levels for each neuromodulator, which can be modified to support your specific health and performance goals. Read the episode show notes at… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM6495209379.mp3) ## [How Your Immune System Works & How to Improve It | Dr. Max Krummel](https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/how-your-immune-system-works-and-how-to-improve-it-max-krummel) _2026-08-03 · Huberman Lab_ My guest is Dr. Matthew (Max) Krummel, PhD, professor at UCSF and one of the world’s leading immunologists. We discuss how your immune system works and how sleep, emotions, and even memories shape immune function. We also explore thymus function, its role in autoimmunity, and its potential role in combating cancer. And we discuss how the type and timing of immunization can impact health. This… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM7009523546.mp3) ## [Essentials: How to Become Resilient, Forge Your Identity & Lead Others | Jocko Willink](https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/essentials-how-to-become-resilient-forge-your-identity-and-lead-others-jocko-willink) _2026-07-30 · Huberman Lab_ In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, my guest is Jocko Willink, a retired U.S. Navy SEAL officer, author and host of the Jocko Podcast. We discuss why discipline, rather than motivation, is the reliable driver of daily action, and how taking action is the most effective way to move through adversity, loss and setbacks. We also discuss how exercise generates energy, the leader’s role as a… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM2090153799.mp3) ## [Your Top Health Questions Answered](https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/your-top-health-questions-answered) _2026-07-27 · Huberman Lab_ I answer questions submitted by listeners about topics ranging from how to ensure great sleep after nighttime exercise, effective no-caffeine pre-workouts (that also improve your sleep quality), neuroscience-supported tools for improving your memory and sense of smell, nutrition and supplementation for improving female and male fertility, the link between (peri)menopause and mental health,… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM2882548864.mp3) ## [Essentials: Using Meditation to Focus, View Consciousness & Expand Your Mind | Dr. Sam Harris](https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/essentials-using-meditation-to-focus-view-consciousness-and-expand-your-mind-sam-harris) _2026-07-23 · Huberman Lab_ In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, my guest is Dr. Sam Harris, PhD, a neuroscientist, bestselling author, and world-renowned meditation teacher whose work focuses on consciousness, ethics, and religion. We discuss how meditation can help us better understand the nature of the self and transform the conscious experience. Sam also explains how meditation can help overcome universal challenges… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM7293799235.mp3) ## [Accelerate Learning & Increase Cognitive Capacity | Dr. Tommy Wood](https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/accelerate-learning-and-increase-cognitive-capacity-tommy-wood) _2026-07-20 · Huberman Lab_ Dr. Tommy Wood, BM, BCh, PhD, is a professor of neuroscience at the University of Washington and an expert on brain health, neuroplasticity, and cognitive performance. Dr. Wood explains how to use specific forms of exercise, dietary strategies, and compounds to enhance the rate and stability of mental and/or physical skill development. We also discuss science-based tools to preserve cognitive… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM4201272551.mp3) ## [Build with the cheapest GPUs (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/kqAJxEqTompU) _2026-07-20 · **Sponsored**_ Deployed a live API in minutes; one user spent under $10. ## [Essentials: The Science & Treatment of Bipolar Disorder](https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/essentials-the-science-and-treatment-of-bipolar-disorder) _2026-07-16 · Huberman Lab_ In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I explain the biology, symptoms and types of bipolar disorder (sometimes called bipolar depression), a condition characterized by extreme, maladaptive shifts in energy, mood and perception. I describe the diagnostic criteria that distinguish bipolar I from bipolar II, including mania and hypomania and the different patterns of mood cycling. I discuss the… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM8821948371.mp3) ## [How to Improve Your Memory & Cognitive Function at Any Age | Dr. Alan Castel](https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/how-to-improve-your-memory-and-cognitive-function-at-any-age-alan-castel) _2026-07-13 · Huberman Lab_ Dr. Alan Castel, PhD, is a professor of psychology at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) and one of the world's foremost experts on human memory and cognitive aging. We discuss what science actually tells us about how to improve our learning ability and memory at any age. We also discuss how memory works, why all planning and imagination about the future is based on the past, false… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM5781519002.mp3) ## [Essentials: The Science & Treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)](https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/essentials-the-science-and-treatment-of-obsessive-compulsive-disorder) _2026-07-09 · Huberman Lab_ In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I explain the biology and psychology of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and describe the neural circuitry behind repetitive "thought-action loops," including why compulsive actions actually strengthen the underlying obsessions rather than relieve them. I discuss the most effective treatments for OCD, including exposure-based cognitive behavioral therapy… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM8423515647.mp3) ## [Raising a Dog & Mastering Calm Assertive Energy | Cesar Millan](https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/raising-a-dog-and-mastering-calm-assertive-energy-cesar-millan) _2026-07-06 · Huberman Lab_ Cesar Millan is a world-renowned dog behavior expert. We discuss how to adjust your energy and behavior to ensure your dog is calm and happy and always follows your lead. Cesar shares specific tools for: returning home to your dog each day, structuring their walks, and eliminating aggressive behaviors and anxiety. We discuss how to determine if your dog is front, middle, or back of the pack… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM6380580289.mp3) ## [Essentials: Tools for Hormone Optimization in Males | Dr. Kyle Gillett](https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/essentials-tools-for-hormone-optimization-in-males-kyle-gillett) _2026-07-02 · Huberman Lab_ In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, my guest is Kyle Gillett, MD, a dual board-certified physician in family medicine and obesity medicine, and an expert in hormone optimization. We discuss science-based tools for optimizing male hormones across the lifespan, including the role of bloodwork, nutrition, and exercise in supporting healthy hormone levels. We also discuss testosterone therapy,… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM5974928415.mp3) ## [Movement Practice to Strengthen Your Mind-Body Connection | Ido Portal](https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/movement-practice-to-strengthen-your-mind-body-connection-ido-portal) _2026-06-29 · Huberman Lab_ Ido Portal is a world-renowned movement coach who has developed specific practices anyone can use to greatly evolve their mental and physical health, and even gain clearer self-understanding. We discuss the effects of playful movement versus exercise, discipline versus willpower, and how approaching friction points in your practice with relaxed awareness can rewire your default reactions to stress… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM2496765743.mp3) ## [Essentials: The Science of Eating for Health, Fat Loss & Lean Muscle | Dr. Layne Norton](https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/essentials-the-science-of-eating-for-health-fat-loss-and-lean-muscle-layne-norton) _2026-06-25 · Huberman Lab_ In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, my guest is Dr. Layne Norton, PhD, an expert in nutrition, fat loss, and metabolism. We discuss the science of energy balance and utilization, including practical strategies for building lean muscle and losing fat. We also cover optimal protein and fiber intake, artificial sweeteners, seed oils, and animal vs. plant-based protein sources. Read the episode… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM7693897484.mp3) ## [Science of Attraction, Compatibility & Romance | Dr. Paul Eastwick](https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/science-of-attraction-compatibility-and-romance-dr-paul-eastwick) _2026-06-22 · Huberman Lab_ Dr. Paul Eastwick, PhD, is a professor of psychology at the University of California, Davis, and a leading expert on the modern science of mate selection in humans. We discuss what people actually look for in a partner, including surprising findings about age preferences, finances, and physical attractiveness. We also discuss why dating apps often lead people to select for traits that don't… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM9984287085.mp3) ## [Essentials: Improve Flexibility with Research-Supported Stretching Protocols](https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/essentials-improve-flexibility-with-research-supported-stretching-protocols) _2026-06-18 · Huberman Lab_ In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I explain the biology of flexibility and discuss the organ systems that shape range of motion and limb flexibility. I also discuss different types of stretching, which methods are most effective, and practical tools for timing stretching relative to exercise. Finally, I provide specific protocols for how intensely and how often to stretch to maximize… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM2453607831.mp3) ## The Mental Frame & Specific Daily Actions to Succeed | Andy Stumpf _2026-06-15 · Huberman Lab_ Andy Stumpf is a retired Navy SEAL, world-record-holding wingsuit BASE jumper, martial artist, and author. We discuss the mental framework and moment-to-moment decision-making process that can allow anyone to build discipline and resilience and better navigate both everyday life and life's most challenging moments. Andy explains several simple-yet-powerful tools gleaned from his time in — and… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM2498586099.mp3) ## [Licensed Dispensaries, Pay with Crypto (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/WEOsNp991IOD) _2026-06-15 · **Sponsored**_ Search verified licensed dispensaries and pay with Bitcoin, Lightning, or stablecoins. ## [Essentials: Sleep Toolkit for Optimizing Sleep & Sleep-Wake Timing](https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/essentials-sleep-toolkit-for-optimizing-sleep-and-sleep-wake-timing) _2026-06-11 · Huberman Lab_ In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I discuss science-supported tools to improve sleep by supporting a healthy circadian rhythm using key behaviors and environmental cues. I explain specific morning, afternoon and evening behaviors that will increase daytime alertness and support deeper, more consistent sleep at night. I also cover sleep supplements, the effects of caffeine, alcohol and THC… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM6408620468.mp3) ## [Eating for Better Sleep & Foods that Improve Metabolic Health | Dr. Marie-Pierre St-Onge](https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/eating-for-better-sleep-and-foods-that-improve-metabolic-health-marie-pierre-st-onge) _2026-06-08 · Huberman Lab_ Dr. Marie-Pierre St-Onge, PhD, is a professor of nutritional medicine at Columbia University School of Medicine and an expert on the bidirectional relationship between nutrition and sleep. We discuss how even moderate sleep loss increases appetite, changes hunger-related hormones, and causes weight gain, even when calories are not increased. We also explain how meal timing and specific foods, like… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM5220943767.mp3) ## [Essentials: Psychedelics & Neurostimulation for Brain Rewiring | Dr. Nolan Williams](https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/essentials-psychedelics-neurostimulation-for-brain-rewiring-nolan-williams) _2026-06-04 · Huberman Lab_ In loving memory of Nolan Williams (1982-2025): ⁠https://stan.md/3Qle2zp⁠ In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, my guest is Dr. Nolan Williams, MD, a triple board-certified psychiatrist and neurologist. We discuss cutting-edge treatments for depression and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), including transcranial magnetic stimulation, neuromodulation, and psychedelic-assisted therapies. We… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM5296180263.mp3) ## [Peptides: The Science, Uses & Safety | Dr. Abud Bakri](https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/peptides-the-science-uses-and-safety-abud-bakri) _2026-06-01 · Huberman Lab_ Dr. Abud Bakri, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician and expert in the science and clinical use of peptides. We discuss the history, uses, sourcing and safety of BPC-157, GHK-Cu, pinealon, epithalon, GLP-1s, retatrutide, melanotan and growth hormone-promoting peptides. We discuss the gap that exists between animal and human data and meaningful differences in the sources for… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM8380331046.mp3) ## [Essentials: The Science & Process of Healing from Grief](https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/essentials-the-science-and-process-of-healing-from-grief) _2026-05-28 · Huberman Lab_ In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I explain the neuroscience of grief, including how the brain maps relationships across three dimensions — space, time, and closeness — and why losing someone requires a remapping of those neural circuits. I describe how grief differs from depression, the role of oxytocin in driving yearning after a loss, and why people move through grief at different rates.… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM9466548315.mp3) ## [Build Muscle, Great Posture & Resilience to Injury | Jeff Cavaliere](https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/build-muscle-great-posture-and-resilience-to-injury-jeff-cavaliere) _2026-05-25 · Huberman Lab_ Jeff Cavaliere, MSPT, CSCS, is a physical therapist and certified strength and conditioning specialist and one of the world's leading public educators on resistance training to build muscle size and strength, avoiding and overcoming injuries, and improving your posture and movement patterns (biomechanics). We discuss often-overlooked muscles and exercises that support decades of pain-free training… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM4318497319.mp3) ## [Essentials: The Science of Learning & Speaking Languages | Dr. Eddie Chang](https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/essentials-the-science-of-learning-and-speaking-languages-eddie-chang) _2026-05-21 · Huberman Lab_ In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, my guest is Dr. Eddie Chang, MD, a neurosurgeon and Chair of the Department of Neurological Surgery at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). We discuss the neural circuits underlying speech and language, including how the brain controls the larynx, vocal folds and articulators to shape breath into words. We also explore his pioneering work on… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM7185728420.mp3) ## [How to Overcome Social Anxiety | Dr. Nick Epley](https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/how-to-overcome-social-anxiety-nick-epley) _2026-05-18 · Huberman Lab_ Dr. Nick Epley, PhD, is a professor of behavioral science at the University of Chicago and a leading expert on the science of social connection. We discuss how seemingly small daily interactions with strangers (as well as with people we know) can meaningfully improve our mental and physical health. Dr. Epley also explains how to reduce social anxiety using simple and easily accessible… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM7834121132.mp3) ## [Essentials: Understanding & Controlling Aggression](https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/essentials-understanding-and-controlling-aggression) _2026-05-14 · Huberman Lab_ In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I explain the neural circuits that activate and control aggressive states and behaviors. I discuss how hormones, genes and environmental factors such as day length can shift our aggressive tendencies. I also share science-based tools for modulating aggression, including sunlight exposure, heat therapy and supplementation with ashwagandha or… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM4757138073.mp3) ## [Master Self Control & Overcome Procrastination | Dr. Kentaro Fujita](https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/master-self-control-overcome-procrastination-kentaro-fujita) _2026-05-11 · Huberman Lab_ Dr. Kentaro Fujita, PhD, is a professor of psychology at The Ohio State University and an expert in the science of self-control and motivation. We discuss the best tools for developing strong self-control: to do more of what you aspire to and cease doing things you would like to avoid. We discuss why you need more than one form of willpower to achieve sustained motivation and overcome… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM8156556751.mp3) ## [Ultra-Quiet Business Mini (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/wGlY7EoLb4s2) _2026-05-11 · **Sponsored**_ Compact business mini, ultra-quiet for focused work. ## [Essentials: Compulsive Behaviors & Deep Brain Stimulation | Dr. Casey Halpern](https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/essentials-compulsive-behaviors-deep-brain-stimulation-casey-halpern) _2026-05-07 · Huberman Lab_ In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, my guest is Dr. Casey Halpern, MD, a professor of neurosurgery at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. We discuss how deep brain stimulation and other neuromodulation approaches are being used to treat Parkinson's disease, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), binge eating disorder and depression-related symptoms. We also… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM9347675622.mp3) ## Tools to Bolster Your Mental Health & Confidence | Dr. Paul Conti _2026-05-04 · Huberman Lab_ Dr. Paul Conti, MD, is a board-certified psychiatrist and an expert in how to improve mental health and increase your sense of agency and wellbeing. He is also an expert in trauma treatment. We discuss practical tools you can use to gain insight into your natural strengths and to make better life choices on your own behalf. We explore how these tools can help overcome low motivation, intrusive… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM9301011958.mp3?updated=1777872876) ## [Essentials: Control Sugar Cravings & Metabolism with Science-Based Tools](https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/essentials-control-sugar-cravings-and-metabolism-with-science-based-tools) _2026-04-30 · Huberman Lab_ In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I explain how the body senses and uses sugar, and why understanding those mechanisms can help reduce sugar cravings. I discuss different types of sugar and how they are processed by pathways in the gut and the brain to shape appetite and the desire for specific foods. I also share many science-based tools to help curb sugar cravings and support healthy… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM2821501065.mp3?updated=1777524623) ## Male Roles, Obligations and Options for Building a Fulfilling Life | Scott Galloway _2026-04-27 · Huberman Lab_ Scott Galloway is a professor of marketing at New York University's Stern School of Business. We discuss masculine roles and obligations of past, present and future. We explore which are timeless and which are changing, and positive steps boys and men can take to create meaning and stability in their lives. We cover work, finances, health and relationships to build a grounded, purposeful life. We… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM7501986841.mp3?updated=1777260985) ## [Essentials: The Neuroscience of Speech, Language & Music | Dr. Erich Jarvis](https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/essentials-the-neuroscience-of-speech-language-and-music-erich-jarvis) _2026-04-23 · Huberman Lab_ In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, my guest is Dr. Erich Jarvis, PhD, a professor and Head of the Laboratory of Neurogenetics of Language at Rockefeller University and an investigator at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI). We discuss the brain circuits and genes underlying spoken language and why the ability to learn and produce vocalizations is extraordinarily rare in the animal… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM1556675193.mp3?updated=1776925537) ## [How to Better Regulate Your Emotions | Dr. Marc Brackett](https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/how-to-better-regulate-your-emotions-marc-brackett) _2026-04-20 · Huberman Lab_ Dr. Marc Brackett, PhD, is founding director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and a professor in the Child Study Center at Yale University. We discuss the science of emotion regulation and practical tools to increase your emotional intelligence. Dr. Brackett clarifies exactly how to do that both in the context of relationships, but also things that you can do on your own to become… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM6338474733.mp3?updated=1776663863) ## [Essentials: Understand & Improve Memory Using Science-Based Tools](https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/essentials-understand-and-mprove-memory-using-science-based-tools) _2026-04-16 · Huberman Lab_ In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I explain how memories are formed and how key neurochemicals, such as adrenaline, can be leveraged to enhance memory formation. I also share science-based protocols to enhance learning, strengthen memory recall and reduce the number of repetitions needed to retain new information. In addition, I discuss how exercise supports cognitive function and memory… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM6024056343.mp3?updated=1776315562) ## [How Women Can Improve Their Fertility & Hormone Health | Dr. Natalie Crawford](https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/how-women-can-improve-their-fertility-and-hormone-health-natalie-crawford) _2026-04-13 · Huberman Lab_ Dr. Natalie Crawford, MD, is a double board-certified OB-GYN and reproductive endocrinologist. We discuss how to improve hormone health at any age and the importance of fertility markers not just for pregnancy, but as a powerful window into overall health, vitality and longevity. We discuss hormone replacement therapy, egg freezing, IVF, and what biomarkers like AMH really indicate. Plus, how… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM7009544360.mp3?updated=1776053814) ## [Essentials: The Biology of Aggression, Mating & Arousal | Dr. David Anderson](https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/essentials-the-biology-of-aggression-mating-and-arousal-david-anderson) _2026-04-09 · Huberman Lab_ In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, my guest is Dr. David Anderson, PhD, a professor of biology at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) and an investigator at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI). We discuss the brain circuits that underlie how emotions emerge and shape behaviors, including the neural control of fear, aggression and pain. We also explore how hormones and… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM8499505944.mp3?updated=1775702271) ## [Cultivating Awe & Emotional Connection in Daily Life | Dr. Dacher Keltner](https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/cultivating-awe-and-emotional-connection-dr-dacher-keltner) _2026-04-06 · Huberman Lab_ Dr. Dacher Keltner, PhD, is a professor of psychology at the University of California, Berkeley, and a leading expert on the science of emotions and human connection. We discuss the science of awe—what evokes it and how to access it. Dr. Keltner explains how awe helps us frame our experience of life and who we are both as individuals and collectively. We also discuss the role of humor in social… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM6985403733.mp3?updated=1775449660) ## [Essentials: How to Build Strength, Muscle Size & Endurance | Dr. Andy Galpin](https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/essentials-how-to-build-strength-muscle-size-and-endurance-andy-galpin) _2026-04-02 · Huberman Lab_ In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, my guest is Dr. Andy Galpin, PhD, Executive Director of the Human Performance Center at Parker University and an expert in building strength and muscle size (hypertrophy). We cover the core principles and protocols for building strength and muscle, including science-based guidance on reps, sets, frequency and rest intervals. We also discuss how breathing… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM9369885937.mp3?updated=1775106274) ## [How Hormones Shape Sexual Orientation & Behavior | Dr. Marc Breedlove](https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/how-hormones-shape-sexual-orientation-and-behavior-marc-breedlove) _2026-03-30 · Huberman Lab_ Dr. Marc Breedlove, PhD, is a professor of neuroscience at Michigan State University and an expert on how hormones shape brain development and sexual orientation. We discuss how prenatal testosterone impacts whether someone is romantically attracted to men or women later in life, and what correlates of sexual orientation — such as finger-length ratios — tell us about the role of hormones in brain… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM4059718139.mp3?updated=1774849241) ## [Essentials: Using Salt to Optimize Mental & Physical Performance](https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/essentials-using-salt-to-optimize-mental-and-physical-performance) _2026-03-26 · Huberman Lab_ In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I explain how salt (sodium) affects mental and physical performance, as well as cellular health. I describe how the brain monitors sodium levels to regulate thirst and fluid balance, and why salt needs can vary depending on activity level, stress, blood pressure, and diet. I also explain how to determine the right sodium intake for your individual needs and… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM9148608044.mp3?updated=1774494753) ## [The Best Vitality & Health Protocols | Dr. Rhonda Patrick](https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/the-best-vitality-and-health-protocols-rhonda-patrick) _2026-03-23 · Huberman Lab_ Dr. Rhonda Patrick, PhD, is a biomedical scientist and public science educator. She shares the exercise, nutrition, supplementation and lifestyle practices linked to better health and lower disease risk including specific cardio and resistance training routines, when and why to do intermittent fasting, ways to lower visceral fat, omega-3 sourcing, creatine for brain and muscle and peptides such as… [Listen](https://traffic.megaphone.fm/SCIM9935898395.mp3?updated=1774241455) ## [Essentials: Tools for Setting & Achieving Goals | Dr. Emily Balcetis](https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/essentials-tools-for-setting-and-achieving-goals-emily-balcetis) _2026-03-19 · Huberman Lab_ In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, my guest is Dr. Emily Balcetis, PhD, a professor of psychology at New York University who studies how visual perception influences motivation and goal pursuit. She explains how to better visualize and overcome challenges to achieve physical or cognitive goals. 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