Episode
#333: Random Show — Fasting, Biohacking, and Tony Robbins
1:30:44
Published: Fri Aug 17 2018
Description
Serial entrepreneur, world-class investor, eagle scout, and all around wild and crazy guy Kevin Rose (@KevinRose), rejoins me for another episode of The Random Show. We discuss Kevin’s new diet obsession that may just save his life for many decades to come, fatherhood, minimalism, lifetime learning, ways to dial back alcohol consumption, lessons learned from Tony Robbins, most recommended books, and much more.Enjoy!This episode is brought to you by LinkedIn and its job recruitment platform, which offers a smarter system for the hiring process. If you’ve ever hired anyone (or attempted to), you know finding the right people can be difficult. If you don’t have a direct referral from someone you trust, you’re left to use job boards that don’t offer any real-world networking approach.LinkedIn, as the world’s largest professional network — used by more than 70 percent of the US workforce — has a built-in ecosystem that allows you to not only search for employees, but also interact with them, their connections, and their former employers and colleagues in a way that closely mimics real-life communication. Visit LinkedIn.com/Tim and receive a $50 credit toward your first job post!This podcast is also brought to you by Peloton, which has become a staple of my daily routine. I picked up this bike after seeing the success of my friend Kevin Rose, and I’ve been enjoying it more than I ever imagined. Peloton is an indoor cycling bike that brings live studio classes right to your home. No worrying about fitting classes into your busy schedule or making it to a studio with a crazy commute.New classes are added every day, and this includes options led by elite NYC instructors in your own living room. You can even live stream studio classes taught by the world’s best instructors, or find your favorite class on demand.Peloton is offering listeners to this show a special offer. Visit onepeloton.com and enter the code TIM at checkout to receive $100 off accessories with your Peloton bike purchase. This is a great way to get in your workouts, or an incredible gift. Again, that’s onepeloton.com and enter the code TIM.***If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference in helping to convince hard-to-get guests. I also love reading the reviews!For show notes and past guests, please visit tim.blog/podcast.Sign up for Tim’s email newsletter (“5-Bullet Friday”) at tim.blog/friday.For transcripts of episodes, go to tim.blog/transcripts.Interested in sponsoring the podcast? Please fill out the form at tim.blog/sponsor.Discover Tim’s books: tim.blog/books.Follow Tim:Twitter: twitter.com/tferriss Instagram: instagram.com/timferrissFacebook: facebook.com/timferriss YouTube: youtube.com/timferrissPast guests on The Tim Ferriss Show include Jerry Seinfeld, Hugh Jackman, Dr. Jane Goodall, LeBron James, Kevin Hart, Doris Kearns Goodwin, Jamie Foxx, Matthew McConaughey, Esther Perel, Elizabeth Gilbert, Terry Crews, Sia, Yuval Noah Harari, Malcolm Gladwell, Madeleine Albright, Cheryl Strayed, Jim Collins, Mary Karr, Maria Popova, Sam Harris, Michael Phelps, Bob Iger, Edward Norton, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Neil Strauss, Ken Burns, Maria Sharapova, Marc Andreessen, Neil Gaiman, Neil de Grasse Tyson, Jocko Willink, Daniel Ek, Kelly Slater, Dr. Peter Attia, Seth Godin, Howard Marks, Dr. Brené Brown, Eric Schmidt, Michael Lewis, Joe Gebbia, Michael Pollan, Dr. Jordan Peterson, Vince Vaughn, Brian Koppelman, Ramit Sethi, Dax Shepard, Tony Robbins, Jim Dethmer, Dan Harris, Ray Dalio, Naval Ravikant, Vitalik Buterin, Elizabeth Lesser, Amanda Palmer, Katie Haun, Sir Richard Branson, Chuck Palahniuk, Arianna Huffington, Reid Hoffman, Bill Burr, Whitney Cummings, Rick Rubin, Dr. Vivek Murthy, Darren Aronofsky, and many more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Tim Ferriss details his email newsletter, Five Bullet Friday, which sends subscribers a weekly email with five bullet points of cool and interesting things he has found that week.
00:00 - 01:26 (01:26)
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Tim Ferriss details his email newsletter, Five Bullet Friday, which sends subscribers a weekly email with five bullet points of cool and interesting things he has found that week.
Episode#333: Random Show — Fasting, Biohacking, and Tony Robbins
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Athletic Greens is offering a free vitamin D supplement and five travel packs with your first subscription purchase.
01:26 - 04:12 (02:46)
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Athletic Greens is offering a free vitamin D supplement and five travel packs with your first subscription purchase. Their formula contains 75 vitamins, minerals, and whole foods sourced ingredients, making it one of the most nutrient dense on the market.
Episode#333: Random Show — Fasting, Biohacking, and Tony Robbins
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
In this episode of The Random Show, the hosts bring on guest Kevin and catch up on old times.
04:12 - 06:41 (02:28)
Summary
In this episode of The Random Show, the hosts bring on guest Kevin and catch up on old times. They discuss a variety of topics and share their opinions on different products and services.
Episode#333: Random Show — Fasting, Biohacking, and Tony Robbins
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Fasting prior to chemotherapy and radiation may increase the susceptibility of cancer cells, while increasing the resilience of normal cells, leading to a more effective treatment and decrease in side effects.
06:41 - 13:43 (07:02)
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Fasting prior to chemotherapy and radiation may increase the susceptibility of cancer cells, while increasing the resilience of normal cells, leading to a more effective treatment and decrease in side effects. Compliance with a standard five-day fast is relatively low, but a fasting mimetic diet (FMD) may provide similar benefits.
Episode#333: Random Show — Fasting, Biohacking, and Tony Robbins
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Kevin shares his concerns about elevated cholesterol levels and his family history of heart disease.
13:43 - 19:04 (05:20)
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Kevin shares his concerns about elevated cholesterol levels and his family history of heart disease. To avoid medication, he tries the five-day fasting mimicking diet which shows a dramatic drop in his cholesterol levels.
Episode#333: Random Show — Fasting, Biohacking, and Tony Robbins
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The speaker shares his experiences on becoming a new father, adjusting to his new role, and simplifying his life by focusing on fewer high-quality things.
19:04 - 31:07 (12:02)
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The speaker shares his experiences on becoming a new father, adjusting to his new role, and simplifying his life by focusing on fewer high-quality things. He mentions the challenge of finding time for other interests while prioritizing family and how he applies Mari Kondo's tidying up method to his life.
Episode#333: Random Show — Fasting, Biohacking, and Tony Robbins
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss discusses his experience and understanding of N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC) and its potential benefits, including its use in mitigating the ups and downs associated with bipolar disorder.
31:07 - 36:43 (05:36)
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Tim Ferriss discusses his experience and understanding of N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC) and its potential benefits, including its use in mitigating the ups and downs associated with bipolar disorder. He also mentions the use of low-dose lithium orotate as a supplement.
Episode#333: Random Show — Fasting, Biohacking, and Tony Robbins
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The interviewee discusses how being in ketosis past 2 millimolars reduces his need for sleep, and how drinking over two drinks can harm your learning process.
36:43 - 44:13 (07:29)
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The interviewee discusses how being in ketosis past 2 millimolars reduces his need for sleep, and how drinking over two drinks can harm your learning process. He also mentions how the sauna can be a great alternative to alcohol and provide similar benefits.
Episode#333: Random Show — Fasting, Biohacking, and Tony Robbins
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The podcast host invites listeners to join his "Drunk Dial" episodes by filling out a Google form with their contact information and answers their questions while drinking progressively more over a 2-hour period.
44:14 - 50:04 (05:50)
Summary
The podcast host invites listeners to join his "Drunk Dial" episodes by filling out a Google form with their contact information and answers their questions while drinking progressively more over a 2-hour period. The host also discusses how relying on alcohol to interact with people can hinder personal growth.
Episode#333: Random Show — Fasting, Biohacking, and Tony Robbins
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The podcast discussed effective study techniques to retain language learning such as focusing on material right before bed and taking breaks in between study sessions.
50:04 - 55:41 (05:36)
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The podcast discussed effective study techniques to retain language learning such as focusing on material right before bed and taking breaks in between study sessions. Additionally, there was a discussion about using club soda as a default drink rather than alcohol while studying.
Episode#333: Random Show — Fasting, Biohacking, and Tony Robbins
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The podcast discusses the role of exercise in cognitive function and education, highlighting the release of brain drive neurotrophic factor (BDNF) that can be achieved through different types of exercise.
55:41 - 1:03:32 (07:50)
Summary
The podcast discusses the role of exercise in cognitive function and education, highlighting the release of brain drive neurotrophic factor (BDNF) that can be achieved through different types of exercise. It also emphasizes the importance of reading scientific studies to understand the timing and types of exercise that yield maximum benefits in different settings.
Episode#333: Random Show — Fasting, Biohacking, and Tony Robbins
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The author reflects on attending a Tony Robbins event, emphasizing the importance of approaching it with skepticism but not cynicism and being open-minded to trying exercises even if they make one uncomfortable.
1:03:32 - 1:09:20 (05:48)
Summary
The author reflects on attending a Tony Robbins event, emphasizing the importance of approaching it with skepticism but not cynicism and being open-minded to trying exercises even if they make one uncomfortable. The experience inspired the author to think about contributing back through using their technology skills to help organizations supporting abused women, rather than just giving money to charities without feeling like they're making a meaningful contribution.
Episode#333: Random Show — Fasting, Biohacking, and Tony Robbins
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Kevin Rose shares his first-hand experience attending a Tony Robbins event and how he initially felt uncomfortable, but was able to get over it and realize that Tony is intentionally putting attendees in an optimal state.
1:09:20 - 1:15:57 (06:37)
Summary
Kevin Rose shares his first-hand experience attending a Tony Robbins event and how he initially felt uncomfortable, but was able to get over it and realize that Tony is intentionally putting attendees in an optimal state. Kevin also shares how Tony has made appearances in his life at opportune moments which helped him with self-imposed narratives and handicaps he had built for himself.
Episode#333: Random Show — Fasting, Biohacking, and Tony Robbins
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss shares a page on his website where the most commonly recommended books by about 500 different world-class performers of all different disciplines are rank-ordered in terms of frequency.
1:15:57 - 1:27:12 (11:14)
Summary
Tim Ferriss shares a page on his website where the most commonly recommended books by about 500 different world-class performers of all different disciplines are rank-ordered in terms of frequency. Some of the popular titles include "Man's Search for Meaning" by Victor Frankl, "Poor Charlie's Almanac" by Charlie Munger, and "Seeking Wisdom" by Peter Bevelin.
Episode#333: Random Show — Fasting, Biohacking, and Tony Robbins
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss talks about his experience with Peloton, an indoor cycling bike that brings the studio experience to your home.
1:27:12 - 1:30:34 (03:22)
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Tim Ferriss talks about his experience with Peloton, an indoor cycling bike that brings the studio experience to your home. He also discusses how LinkedIn's job recruitment platform can help businesses find and hire quality talent.