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Thrive State Podcast

Dr. Kien Vuu
Mental Health
Longevity
Nutrition
Resilience
Functional Medicine
Biohacking
Epigenetics
Peak Performance
Authenticity
Vulnerability
Self-Care
Health
Personal Development
Recovery
Nervous System Regulation
Breast Implant Illness
Holistic Health
Stress
Self-Love
Sleep

The Kien Vuu MD Podcast is a fun and raw conversation with leaders in entertainment, business, sports, science, health, and literature - to explore the mindsets and habits of the world's highest achievers to learn their secrets to health, wealth, and success. The show will take a 360 view on success to not only reveal secrets to physical, financial, emotional, and spiritual wealth but explore the ... more

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What if the thing aging you fastest isn't your diet or your genes, but the story running in the back of your mind?

In this episode, Dr Kien Vuu and David Meltzer discuss the hidden link between mindset, the nervous system, and chronic disease. Dr V... more

You're eating healthy, but is your body actually absorbing any of it?

Most people focus on WHAT they eat. Almost nobody thinks about whether those nutrients actually make it to their cells. In this episode of the Thrive State Podcast, Dr. V sits do... more

What if the secret to peak performance isn't pushing harder — it's recovering before you even start?

In this episode of the Thrive State Podcast, recorded outside SoFi Stadium where high-performing athletes train, we break down the concept of pre-r... more

In this episode of the Thrive State Podcast, Dr. V sits down with Jill Schulman, former United States Marine Corps officer, positive psychology researcher trained at the University of Pennsylvania under Martin Seligman, and globally recognized keynot... more

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Dr. Kien Vuu
Physician, performance and longevity expert
Thrive State / Kien Vuu MD
Episode: 278. Why Feeling "Not Enough" Is Aging You Faster and How to Re-Establish Your Sense of Self-Worth I Dr. Kien Vuu & David Meltzer
Doug Grant
Founder of Optimal Health Systems; nutritionist with NBA experience
Optimal Health Systems
Episode: 277. The Simple Habit That Changes How Your Body Absorbs Nutrients (W/ Doug Grant)
Jill Schulman
Marine Corps veteran, keynote speaker, bestselling author of The Bravery Effect
Jill Schulman (author/speaker)
Episode: 275. How to Build Confidence When You Don't Feel Ready (W/ Jill Schulman)
Dr. Gregory Burzynski
Integrative/functional medicine physician
Houston Concierge Medicine; Restore Longevity
Episode: 274. Stress Is Aging You Faster Than You Think I Dr. Gregory Burzynski Explains the Science
Dr. Meredith Broderick
Sleep Neurologist
Sound Sleep Guru (Seattle)
Episode: 273. The Real Reason 1 in 3 People Can't Sleep (And How to Sleep Better) | Dr. Meredith Broderick
Dr. Jo Brown
Globally respected performance and physiotherapist and high performance coach
Neuropod
Episode: 271. Train Your Nervous System Like an Elite Athlete:The Recovery Secret Every High Performer Needs to Know (W/ Dr. Jo Brown)
Nash Fung
International keynote speaker, magician, innovation expert
Self-employed / speaker and magician
Episode: 270. How to Think Like a Child Again (And Why It Matters) | With Nash Fung
Bill Walsh
Entrepreneur, marketing and leadership expert, connector
Rainmaker programs, Speaker programs
Episode: 268. Stop Chasing Success: Here's How to Attract It Instead (W/ Bill Walsh) I Dr Kien Vuu
Stephen Zerfas
Founder/leader of Journey, focused on nervous system mastery and advanced meditation states
Journey (J-H-O-U-R-N-E-Y)
Episode: 264. You're Optimizing Everything Except the Thing That Runs It All | Dr. Kien Vuu & Stephen Zerfas

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Dr. Kien Vuu
Host of Thrive State Podcast
Dr. Vu Kien
Host of Thrive State Podcast

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 112 ratings
  • Amazing Host!

    Thank you Dr. V for having me on your show. I really appreciate your insightful comments and great questions. It was a honor to be on Thrive State Podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elaine Glass
    United States3 years ago
  • The Thrive State Podcast & Kien Vuu MD are highly educational and informative. If want LIMITLESS PERFORMANCE and you know health is true wealth, this podcast is priceless! Five big stars from me because he nails it every podcast! Bravo!

    Podchaser
    5
    ddizoglio
    4 years ago
  • Wow !!!

    I so glad I stumbled on this one. Super useful health info, and fun to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Genna1239
    United States4 years ago
  • My go for wellness

    Love the voice and love the nuggets of gold. A great blend of applicable info and insights.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Danuhnuh
    United States4 years ago
  • Life changing

    Wow. Just listened to 5 of them and it doesn’t fail. Entertainment and educational all in one. Thank you doctor Vuu.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HilaryAV
    United States4 years ago

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Guests span medicine, leadership, and personal growth, keeping topics broad and useful.
Engaging mix of clinical insight and lifestyle coaching that translates to daily life.
Polished production and strong host questions that pull actionable tips.
Guest-focused, high-energy interviews with practical, science-backed takeaways.
Consistently inspiring and informative for listeners seeking real-world health strategies.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

277. The Simple Habit That Changes How Your Body Absorbs Nutrients (W/ Doug Grant)
Q: What did Doug Grant want to be as a child?
He aimed to be a professional NBA player or a race car driver, ultimately becoming a nutritionist for NBA teams and a pioneer in optimal health.
275. How to Build Confidence When You Don't Feel Ready (W/ Jill Schulman)
Q: Question number five, what is one brave decision that changed the trajectory of your life?
Deciding to pursue a career in the United States Marine Corps and move away from a small town to pursue a path of challenge and purpose.
275. How to Build Confidence When You Don't Feel Ready (W/ Jill Schulman)
Q: Question number four, who helps you become braver?
The people you seek out who have already done the brave thing, and the relationships you cultivate to learn from them.
275. How to Build Confidence When You Don't Feel Ready (W/ Jill Schulman)
Q: Question number three, what belief or phrase do you return to when you feel afraid?
Epictetus' reminder to demand the best of yourself and not wait for perfect confidence.
275. How to Build Confidence When You Don't Feel Ready (W/ Jill Schulman)
Q: Question number two, what is one fear you are intentionally practicing facing?
Writing for prestigious outlets and journals, fighting imposter syndrome while publishing in places like Harvard Business Review and Psychology Today.

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A practical, high-energy exploration of health, performance, and personal development led by a physician-host who interviews a diverse slate of experts. Episodes center on resilience, nervous-system regulation, sleep and recovery, longevity, leadership, and meaningful relationships—bridging science with actionable routines for high performers across business, sports, and wellness. Notable threads include the power of recovery over relentless hustle, the impact of curiosity and human connection, and scalable approaches to well-being that apply at work and home. The show often features guests who blend clinical expertise with real-world experience, offering frameworks that listeners can apply immediately to improve health, performance, and li... more

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1. Dr. Kien Vuu
2. Doug Grant
3. Jill Schulman
4. Dr. Gregory Burzynski
5. Dr. Meredith Broderick
6. Dr. Jo Brown
7. Nash Fung
8. Bill Walsh

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