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The Dan Buettner Podcast

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

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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Is your obsession with wellness actually making you less happy?In this episode, board-certified psychiatrist and positive psychology expert Dr. Samantha Boardman exposes the dark side of the modern self-care movement. While social media feeds urge us... more

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Long before the first signs of forgetfulness or confusion appear, the cellular ""seeds of dementia"" may already be taking root in the brain. Leading neurologists warn that cognitive decline isn't a sudden onset of old age, but a slow process that ca... more

Can you train yourself to be happier? Best-selling author Gretchen Rubin (The Happiness Project) joins The Dan Buettner Podcast to break down the usable, evidence-based habits that can help upgrade your baseline level of joy.

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From trauma and a 10-year opioid addiction to becoming the world's fastest marathoner over 50, Ken Rideout’s story is a masterclass in human resilience. In this gripping episode, Ken joins Dan Buettner to unpack a life of extreme highs and devastatin... more

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Recent Guests

Gretchen Rubin
Author and speaker known for The Happiness Project and Four Tendencies
Gretchen Rubin LLC
Episode: Stacking the Deck for a Longer Life: Small Happiness Habits with Massive Long-Term Payoffs
Ken Rideout
Fastest marathoner over 50 and author of The Other Side of Hard
Episode: The Radical Power of Extreme Discipline for Longevity with Ken Rideout
Marion Nestle
Renowned nutrition scholar and author
New York University
Episode: The Trillion-Dollar Trap with Marion Nestle
Matthew McConaughey
Actor; celebrity guest sharing longevity and healthy living perspectives
Actor
Episode: Season Highlights
Adrian Grenier
Actor and activist known for his career as an entertainment figure who discussed longevity-related choices
Episode: Lessons Learned
Vanessa Van Edwards
Communication expert focused on connecting people and social dynamics
Science of People
Episode: Lessons Learned
Maria Shriver
Journalist and advocate focused on health, aging, and women's health initiatives
The Sunday Paper/Women's Alzheimer's Movement
Episode: Lessons Learned
AJ Jacobs
Author and journalist known for immersive life experiments
Author, Drop Dead Healthy; Thanks a Thousand; The Year of Living Biblically
Episode: Two Years to Become the 'Healthiest Man Alive'
Kara Swisher
CNN journalist and documentary creator
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Episode: Kara Swisher Doesn't Want to Live Forever

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Dan Buettner
Host of The Dan Buettner Podcast; National Geographic / Blue Zones / Lemonada Media (distributor)

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 56 ratings
  • 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

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    5
    Tricksail
    Canada3 months ago
  • Excellent!

    Love your show Dan!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Queens Chambers’
    Canada4 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

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    Broncos!!!!!
    United States6 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!!

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    health coach Tina
    United States10 months ago
  • Love this info!

    One of my absolute favorite authors and now podcasters!! And that is saying alot because I’m an avid reader…. Learner…. And student!!! Thank you for all the great info!!!!🥰

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    awk1921
    United Statesa year ago

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Thoughtful, evidence-based health conversations that cut through hype.
The host elicits approachable, human-centered discussions that are easy to implement.
Guests bring practical takeaways for longevity and well-being.

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The Radical Power of Extreme Discipline for Longevity with Ken Rideout
Q: What advice would you give someone on the precipice of change?
Start with small, consistent actions and borrow motivation from commitment rather than waiting for inspiration; the journey begins with showing up and doing one thing today.
The Radical Power of Extreme Discipline for Longevity with Ken Rideout
Q: What role did trauma and adversity play in shaping your path to longevity and success?
Trauma was the catalyst for deep work and transformation; recognizing the impact of the past allowed me to reframe my life, embrace therapy, and commit to a lifestyle of endurance.
The Radical Power of Extreme Discipline for Longevity with Ken Rideout
Q: How do you find the mental toughness to do it when you don't feel like it?
Discipline and a clear identity as someone who outworks others; you choose to be the person you want to be and show up every day, regardless of how you feel.
The Trillion-Dollar Trap with Marion Nestle
Q: If you were put in charge of the food system, what regulations would make the biggest difference in America to help us eat healthier?
She argues for removing money from politics to enable public health priorities, reworking subsidies to support specialty crops and healthier food production, improving school meals and cooking education, and building infrastructure to get healthy foods to market. It's about systemic changes, not just individual choices.
Two Years to Become the 'Healthiest Man Alive'
Q: What is the core philosophy that AJ credits for sustaining long-term changes rather than relying on willpower?
The core philosophy is to modify the environment to reduce temptations and friction, making healthy choices easy and automatic, rather than depending on heroic self-control.

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7. Maria Shriver
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