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The Dan Buettner Podcast

Dan Buettner
Longevity
Blue Zones
Happiness
Relationships
Mental Health
Health
Aging
Mindfulness
Plant-Based Diet
Social Connection
Nutrition
Gratitude
Toxins
Detoxification
Environmental Wellness
Brain Health
Alzheimer's Disease
Personal Growth
Diet
Sugar

In his groundbreaking Blue Zones research, National Geographic explorer and bestselling author Dan Buettner uncovered the secrets to longevity and happiness from the world’s longest-lived populations. In his new podcast THE DAN BUETTNER PODCAST, Dan shares the practical habits, mindsets, and wisdom that set the stage for a thrilling, fulfilling life at any age. Produced by Intuitive Content Sales ... more

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Award-winning health reporter Allison Aubrey joins Dan Buettner to cut through wellness hype and reveal what actually slows down aging. From her own midlife wake-up call to the simple "Brain Care Score" quiz linked to a 50% lower risk of stroke and d... more

What if the secret to living past 100 isn't going to the gym, but how your daily life is built? On location in Bolotana, Sardinia, Dan Buettner sits down with demographer Dr. Gianni Pes—the man who coined the term "Blue Zone". Together, they break do... more

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Why does 10,000 steps a day barely budge your biological clock, while a high-intensity workout can actively turn back the clock on your DNA? Pioneering geneticist Dr. Steve Horvath joins Dan Buettner to expose what really drives epigenetic aging—and ... more

From his breakout role as Dwight Schrute on The Office to his global journeys in search of human connection, actor Rainn Wilson reflects on fame, personal growth, and mental health. In an candid conversation on The Dan Buettner Podcast, Wilson opens ... more

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Recent Guests

Steve Horvath
Professor of Biostatistics and aging clock researcher
University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
Episode: The VO2 Max Threshold: The Exact Exercise Intensity That Rewinds Your DNA Clock
Rainn Wilson
Actor and founder of SoulPancake, author and thinker on happiness and meaning
SoulPancake; Rainn Wilson/The Office
Episode: 'Leg day for the soul': Rainn Wilson’s radical approach to mental resilience
Shaka Senghor
Author and anti-recidivism advocate
Author; Anti-Recidivism Coalition
Episode: Finding Freedom in Solitary Confinement
June Squibb
Actress, longevity advocate, and subject of the interview
Film and stage actor
Episode: "To Hell With Getting Older": Actress June Squibb on Longevity, Hollywood, and Never Dwelling on the Past
William Shatner
Actor; public figure discussed in interview
Shatner family
Episode: "No Time But Now": William Shatner and Daughter Melanie on Healing, Hope, and Longevity
Melanie Shatner
Actor/host; daughter of William Shatner
Shatner family
Episode: "No Time But Now": William Shatner and Daughter Melanie on Healing, Hope, and Longevity
Dr. Michael Breus
Clinical sleep doctor and author
Sleep Doctor (sleepdoctor.com)
Episode: Why Your Sleep Routine is Killing Your Rest (and How to Fix It Tonight)
Bill Gifford
Author and journalist featured in Hotwired and Outlive
Episode: This 20-Minute Routine Could Add Years to Your Life with Bill Gifford
Nora LaTorre
Founder of Eat Real, advocate for real food in schools
Eat Real
Episode: America’s Largest Fast-Food Chain Isn’t McDonald's—It’s Public School Cafeterias

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Dan Buettner
Host of The Dan Buettner Podcast, Blue Zones / Intuitive Content / Lemonada Media series focused on longevity and practical wellbeing insights

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 64 ratings
  • Best overall health/well-being/nutrition podcast I listen to! And I listen to a lot!

    Hi Dan. I have watched your blue zones. Netflix show twice and will probably watch it again sometime as it is so entertaining and informative and you are the consummate host. I faithfully listen to your podcast every week and delight in your pleasure in interviewing the variety of people that you have on. I just finished listening to the one with Dr. Robert Lustig who I hadn't heard in years and I'm going to be ordering his book today. Such incredible information delivered in a humourous manner... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Queens Chambers’
    Canada3 months ago
  • Science based and useful

    I felt compelled to to say thank you for representing the plant based community in your recent interview with Dr. Rocio on the theme of GLP one. I am a plant-based nutritionist and I was rolling around in my chair listening to her talk about muscle mass on a plant-based diet. This is unfortunate information getting out there and I’m glad you said that likely the healthy plant based folks are not the ones in her office. It is so important to dispel this plant based protein myth. I live in Mexico ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tricksail
    Canada6 months ago
  • Excellent!

    Love your show Dan!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Queens Chambers’
    Canada6 months ago
  • Dr Daniel Amen interview

    I just finished listening to the interview you had with Dr. Daniel Amen. His mission of improving brain health is commendable. However, when was discussing your SPECT scan and all the information he could glean from it I was flabbergasted.

    As a neuroradiologist the idea of seeing all the abnormalities using nothing but a SPECT scans everyday sounds ludicrous. He must be using some “new” or special technology I’ve never heard of. In daily practice SPECT scans predominantly evaluate for Parkinso... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Broncos!!!!!
    United States9 months ago
  • Amazing podcast!!

    I am so enjoying this podcast! I have only listened to one so far but definitely plan to continue. I would hope that everyone listens to the Vanessa Van Edwards one. Her information was so helpful. I am excited to share it with my health coaching clients. Thanks Dan for sharing these with all of us!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    health coach Tina
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners praise the show for evidence-based, practical longevity guidance.
Guests range from scientists to celebrities, keeping content engaging.
Some episodes spark debates about hype versus science; overall quality remains high.

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Why the Man Who Discovered Blue Zones Rejects Gym Workouts
Q: Is there any kind of unique advice or fine-tuned advice you learned from talking to all these centenarians beyond eat healthy, get exercise, et cetera?
Beyond diet and activity, the data suggest the importance of family, community, purpose, and emotional well-being. The long life stories are tied to social integration, a sense of belonging, and being part of a supportive village life where people care for one another across generations.
Why the Man Who Discovered Blue Zones Rejects Gym Workouts
Q: Pretend I am your 16-year-old son, and I asked you, dad, of all the centenarians you spoke to, if I want to live to 100, what advice do you give people?
Most practical guidance centers on everyday lifestyle: maintain a plant-based, predominantly Mediterranean diet with limited animal foods, stay physically active through daily chores and walking (not relying on gym workouts), keep an extended family and strong social networks, manage stress through community and purpose, and avoid smoking. While genetics matter, the social and daily living environment plays a larger, lasting role in longevity.
The VO2 Max Threshold: The Exact Exercise Intensity That Rewinds Your DNA Clock
Q: Could you conceive of a true anti-aging pill or intervention that reverses aging across multiple organs?
The guest envisions a future where organ-specific drugs improve aging in targeted tissues first (e.g., liver or immune system) and then, through precision medicine and combinations, extend to other organs, rather than a single all-encompassing pill. He suggests a piecemeal approach with organ-targeted therapies and supportive biomarkers guiding therapy, plus potential gene therapies and organ replacement as longer-term avenues.
This 20-Minute Routine Could Add Years to Your Life with Bill Gifford
Q: What lessons from Outlive still endure today?
Key messages include the importance of building muscle, prioritizing sleep, the value of sustainable, lifelong habits over perfection, and using simple, evidence-backed actions like regular walking to significantly extend healthy life expectancy.
This 20-Minute Routine Could Add Years to Your Life with Bill Gifford
Q: What role does cooking at home play in longevity according to the guest?
Cooking at home is a top longevity habit because it helps control ingredients, reduces unhealthy caloric intake from dining out, and supports overall dietary quality without requiring expensive or time-consuming regimens.

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A longevity- and wellbeing-focused show that blends science, practical habit formation, and real-world programs from Blue Zones research with conversational guests. Core topics span brain health, dementia prevention, happiness, sustainable nutrition, and longevity strategies, often anchored by lifestyle changes, social connections, and community impact. Noteworthy is a consistent emphasis on actionable steps, interdisciplinary perspectives, and a mix of researchers, clinicians, and high-profile voices that translate complex science into everyday living. Potential listeners who want evidence-based guidance on living healthier, longer, and more fulfilled days will likely find it especially valuable, with occasional high-profile anecdotes addi... more

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2. Rainn Wilson
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5. William Shatner
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