Ditch the Dopamine: Mindfulness and JOMO #585

Infrared saunas, red light panels, and compression boots — do they actually work or just look good on Instagram? We break down the science, the hype, and the home-use options that are actually worth your time. Biohacking gear, reviewed — so you don’t waste your money (or your mitochondria). This is a biohacking reviews episode, enjoy! Ben Azadi is with me again... he's a leading voice in metabolic health and bestselling author. Pre-order his book and get bonuses at www.metabolicfreedombook.com    THIS REVIEW SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Sleep Breakthrough by BIOptimizers - epic sleep supplement! Just go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY10 for 10% off. In the UK? Use the same discount code at https://bioptimizers.co.uk/.  

93% of us are metabolically screwed. It’s what you're eating (and it's not just sugar) Also today... The new fave biohacking book you are gonna love.  Lisbon becomes the capital of longevity this weekend. Summit selfies incoming… And a pile of gear: red light, sauna, and boots that squeeze your legs till you feel like a new person. Today’s guest is Ben Azadi, a leading voice in metabolic health and bestselling author. His new book, Metabolic Freedom, is AWESOME, and you can grab it here with bonuses. Follow Ben Azadi on Instagram. Join 30k+ weekly biohackers who receive the latest tech + techniques + reviews + insider biohacking news by signing up for the weekly newsletter here.     THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Sleep Breakthrough by BIOptimizers  Just go to  bioptimizers.com/zestology and use code TONY10 for 10% off. In the UK? Use the same discount code at https://bioptimizers.co.uk/.

Ancient Nutrition Whey Protein gets put to the test today—does it live up to the hype? Find out if this "ancestrally inspired" supplement is a smart addition to your biohacking stack. Check the product out here. This is a Biohacking Reviews episode, where we review; products, supplements, health tech, practices... whatever is new and whatever we've been trying.    THIS REVIEW SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Sleep Breakthrough by BIOptimizers - epic sleep supplement! Just go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY10 for 10% off. In the UK? Use the same discount code at https://bioptimizers.co.uk/.

In this podcast we cover; diet, fasting, supplements, wearable devices, light therapy, cold exposure, and breathwork, and then some of the more hardcore stuff! This is a Biohacker Special podcast featuring my interview with Dr. Stephen Simpson for The European - out now.  This time it's me being interviewed! Hope you enjoy. Here's the intro over on The European.  After a mysterious illness forced Sky Sports broadcaster Tony Wrighton off the air, he turned to science, self-experimentation and daily habits to rebuild his health. Now a leading voice in the burgeoning biohacking movement, he’s helping others take control of their wellbeing - one small change at a time, writes The European’s Dr Stephen Simpson   THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Sleep Breakthrough by BIOptimizers - epic sleep supplement! Just go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY10 for 10% off. In the UK? Use the same discount code at https://bioptimizers.co.uk/.  

Dr. Steven Gundry joins us today, one of the headline acts at last weekend's Health Optimisation Summit in Austin, and on the day his new book comes out.  Struggling with brain fog, anxiety, or low energy? The real culprit might be your gut. On today's podcast.. one of the biggest names in the biohacking world teaches us how hidden issues like metabolic inflexibility and leaky gut are sabotaging your brain—and his latest, surprising research on how to sort it all out.  Follow Dr. Steven Gundry on Instagram.  Join 30k+ weekly biohackers who receive the latest tech + techniques + reviews + insider biohacking news by signing up for the weekly newsletter here.   THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Sleep Breakthrough by BIOptimizers  Just go to  bioptimizers.com/zestology and use code TONY10 for 10% off. In the UK? Use the same discount code at https://bioptimizers.co.uk/.  

The biohacking great and the good have been gathered in Austin over the weekend, and this is recorded on the scene. I walked the floor with a mic and a plan to give you a flavour if the event. I hope you enjoy this little insight into one of the biohacking events in the year.  Bringing you all the biohackers, weird tech, latest news, stories, goss, bold claims—plus a few gems. Join 30k+ weekly biohackers who receive the latest tech + techniques + reviews + insider biohacking news by signing up for the weekly newsletter here.   THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Sleep Breakthrough by BIOptimizers  Just go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY10 for 10% off. In the UK? Use the same discount code at https://bioptimizers.co.uk/.

NAD+ injections. You've probably heard the buzz. But what's all the hype really about? Is it the secret to reversing aging, boosting energy, and even helping to heal eye conditions, or just another trendy shot in the butt/stomach?  We’ll get into the science, the benefits, and of course, the juicy details of whether you should be lining up for one of these injections. Featuring Nici from Nibu Naturals once again! This is a Biohacking Reviews episode, where we review; products, supplements, health tech, practices... whatever is new and whatever we've been trying.      THIS REVIEW SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Sleep Breakthrough by BIOptimizers  Just go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY10 for 10% off. In the UK? Use the same discount code at https://bioptimizers.co.uk/. Nici Burns is the founder of Nibu Naturals — the natural skincare brand shaking up the clean beauty world. Follow Nibu Naturals on Instagram.

TODAY’S TOPICS.  Vogue has hailed Astaxanthin as 2025’s must-have antioxidant. Uh-oh, it's going mainstream! Microneedling upgrades like exosomes and nanofat promise faster recovery and better skin, yet is there enough clinical data to back the buzz? Princess Madeleine launches a natural skincare line with Weleda, pushing “clean” multi-generational formulas—hmmm... is it another celebrity skincare brand? With Nici Burns, founder of Nibu Naturals — the natural skincare brand shaking up the clean beauty world. Join 30k+ weekly biohackers who receive the latest tech + techniques + reviews + insider biohacking news by signing up for the weekly newsletter here. Follow Nibu Naturals on Instagram.   THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Sleep Breakthrough by BIOptimizers  Just go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY10 for 10% off. In the UK? Use the same discount code at https://bioptimizers.co.uk/.

Feeling overwhelmed by FOMO? In this review episode, we dive into mindfulness and the joy of missing out—yes, JOMO is a thing. Let’s break down what happens when you stop scrolling and actually sink into the present. Mindset Coach Paul Sheppard is a specialist in anxiety, stress, fear of failure, burnout and any limiting mindset that can hold you back. His first book on anxiety will be published this year. This is a Biohacking Reviews episode, where we review; products, supplements, health tech, practices... whatever is new and whatever we've been trying.      THIS REVIEW SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Sleep Breakthrough by BIOptimizers  Just go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY10 for 10% off. In the UK? Use the same discount code at https://bioptimizers.co.uk/.  

Today's topics:  Workers' mental health crisis - here’s why you’re depressed at work! Poop your way to a sharper mind! RFK Jr. wants big pharma ads off your telly! The Smartphone debate continues - Netflix's 'Adolescence' shocks parents!  Mindset Coach Paul Sheppard is a specialist in anxiety, stress, fear of failure, burnout and any limiting mindset that can hold you back. His first book on anxiety will be published this year. Join 30k+ weekly biohackers who receive the latest tech + techniques + reviews + insider biohacking news by signing up for the weekly newsletter here. Follow Paul Sheppard on Instagram.   THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Magnesium Breakthrough by BIOptimizers  Magnesium Breakthrough contains seven different forms of magnesium, each playing a unique role in your body. From improving sleep quality to enhancing brain function, and from boosting metabolism to balancing stress response, magnesium is involved in over 600 biochemical reactions. An epic supplement! Just go to bioptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY10 for 10% off. In the UK? Use the same discount code at https://bioptimizers.co.uk/.