Smarter Not Harder

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Welcome to the Smarter Not Harder podcast brought to you by Health Optimization Medicine and Practice, as well as Smarter Not Harder, Inc.– the makers of Troscriptions. This podcast is all about offering you one-cent solutions to $64,000 questions for all things decision making, consciousness, health optimization, performance, and so much more. We interview subject matter experts who will tackle these one-cent solutions including Karl Friston, Donald Hoffman, Anna Lembke, Adam Robinson, and Dominic D'Agostino. The Smarter Not Harder podcast is hosted by Dr. Ted Achacoso, the founding pioneer of Health Optimization Medicine and Practice and Smarter Not Harder inc., Dr. Scott Sherr, the COO of both Health Optimization Medicine and Practice and Smarter Not Harder, Inc., Boomer Anderson, CEO of Health Optimization Medicine and Practice as well as Smarter Not Harder, Inc., and Jody Duval, a talented naturopath known for compounding her own formulations in her clinic Revital Health in Perth, Australia. New episodes every Wednesday. Be sure to subscribe to never miss an episode! Ready to work smarter not harder? Let's dive in! Find more from us at troscriptions.com & homehope.org.

  1. 3 DAYS AGO

    2025 Wrap-Up + HOMeHOPe's Top Trends for 2026 | SNH Podcast #156

    In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, the HOMeHOPe Faculty returns to share their bold, thoughtful, and sometimes hilarious predictions for 2026. What's next in health, medicine, technology, and self-optimization? From wearable evolution to parasite cleanses, GLP-1 backlash, and the return of cell foundations, the team reflects on the biggest lessons from 2025 and what's coming next. Join us as we explore: • Foundational health before flashy biohacks • The real risks and limits of AI-driven health tools • Why the "cell danger response" is 2026's new buzzword • Hormones, exposomics, parasympathetic edge & wearable fatigue • Can AI replace average doctors? And why great ones will always win This episode is for you if: • You're a clinician navigating health tech, trends, and patient overwhelm • You want to prepare your mind and body for 2026 • You're looking for grounded, honest predictions — not hype • You're part of the HOMeHOPe community or interested in joining You can also find this episode on… Youtube: https://youtu.be/-qW2Vo7n880 Find more from Smarter Not Harder: Website: https://troscriptions.com/blogs/podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/troscriptions HOMeHOPe Symposium: https://homehope.org/homehope-symposium Get 10% Off your purchase of any HOMeHOPe module with code PODCAST10 at https://www.homehope.org Get 10% Off your Troscriptions purchase with code POD10 at https://www.troscriptions.com Get daily content from the hosts of Smarter Not Harder by following @troscriptions on Instagram.

    44 min

  2. 24/12/2025

    Cynthia Thurlow on GLP-1s, Hormones & Fat Loss | SNH Podcast #155

    In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, Cynthia Thurlow joins Dr. Scott Sherr for a wide-ranging and refreshingly honest conversation about fasting, female hormones, GLP-1s, and navigating midlife as a high-performing woman. With clarity and nuance, Cynthia breaks down what works — and what backfires — when it comes to metabolic health for women over 35. Join us as we delve into: • Why intermittent fasting isn't a one-size-fits-all solution • How hormone shifts change the fasting game for women • What GLP-1s like Ozempic and Wegovy really do — and don't do • How to stay metabolically flexible through perimenopause This episode is for you if: • You're a woman over 35 trying to fast smarter, not harder • You're curious about GLP-1s but want balanced, science-based insight • You've hit a metabolic wall and need smarter strategies • You want practical, hormone-informed tools for fat loss and focus You can also find this episode on… YouTube: https://youtu.be/5oVPHVbyUcw Find more from Cynthia Thurlow: Website: https://www.cynthiathurlow.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cynthia_thurlow_ Find more from Smarter Not Harder: Website: https://troscriptions.com/blogs/podcast?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=snh_podcast_guest_episode_2025_10&utm_content=podcast_asset Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/troscriptions Get 10% Off your purchase of Clinical Metabolomics Module by using PODCAST10 at https://www.homehope.org Get 10% Off your Troscriptions purchase by using POD10 at https://www.troscriptions.com Get daily content from the hosts of Smarter Not Harder by following @troscriptions on Instagram.

    1h 4m

  3. 17/12/2025

    Presence vs. Distraction: Your Most Important Ratio | SNH Podcast #154

    In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, join the HOMeHOPe Faculty for an unexpected, hilarious, and wisdom-packed roundtable about clinical and cultural "ratios." From orgasm-to-ejaculation to screen-time-to-movement, this wide-ranging conversation mixes evolutionary health with irreverent banter and serious insight. Join us as we delve into: • Why your presence-to-distraction ratio might determine your mental health • How micro-ratios influence behavior, biology, and balance • Grounding, lighting, nature, and the metrics of modern living • Dr. Ted's 8-8-8 system for sunlight, movement, and connection This episode is for you if: • You're curious about micro-optimization and clinical ratios that matter • You want science-backed health wisdom mixed with humor • You need practical ways to rebalance time, energy, and presence • You believe better health starts with smarter habits — not harder ones You can also find this episode on… Youtube: https://youtu.be/zP1TC72dOwc Find more from Smarter Not Harder: Website: Smarter Not Harder Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/troscriptions HOMeHOPe Virtual Symposium 2026: https://homehope.org/homehope-virtual-symposium-2026 Get 10% Off your purchase of the Metabolomics Module by using PODCAST10 at https://www.homehope.org Get 10% Off your Troscriptions purchase by using POD10 at https://www.troscriptions.com Get daily content from the hosts of Smarter Not Harder by following @troscriptions on Instagram.

    44 min

  4. 10/12/2025

    What Most People Get Wrong About Indigenous Plant Medicine | SNH Podcast #153

    In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, Dr. Bia Labate joins Boomer Anderson for a deeply honest, educational, and wide-ranging conversation about ayahuasca, psychedelic churches, Indigenous reciprocity, and the founding story of Chacruna — one of the most influential organizations in the psychedelic space. Join us as we delve into: • Why the psychedelic movement needs decolonization and critical dialogue   • How Bia became a hub for global ayahuasca culture   • The role of Chacruna in academic activism and social justice   • The legal, ethical, and cultural realities of psychedelic churches today This episode is for you if: • You're curious about the non-clinical side of psychedelic healing   • You want to understand Indigenous reciprocity and decolonizing philanthropy   • You care about equity, ethics, and the future of psychedelics   • You want to learn from one of the most trusted voices in the psychedelic movement You can also find this episode on…   Youtube: https://youtu.be/mT2X41sXOUE Find more from Dr. Bia Labate:   Website: https://chacruna.net/bia/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/labatebia/ Find more from Smarter Not Harder:   Website: https://troscriptions.com/blogs/podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/troscriptions HOMeHOPe Virtual Symposium 2026: https://homehope.org/homehope-virtual-symposium-2026 Get 10% Off your purchase of the Metabolomics module by using PODCAST10 at https://www.homehope.org Get 10% Off your Troscriptions purchase by using POD10 at https://www.troscriptions.com Get daily content from the hosts of Smarter Not Harder by following @troscriptions on Instagram.

    58 min

  5. 03/12/2025

    Behind the Curtain: What Scares Even Top Health Optimizers | SNH Podcast #152

    In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, the HOMeHOPe Faculty comes together for a roundtable conversation exploring the idea of "clinical kryptonite" — the client types, conditions, and scenarios that challenge even the most experienced practitioners. Through candid stories and diverse clinical perspectives, the faculty highlights how self-awareness, scope clarity, and collaborative care shape better outcomes for both practitioners and patients. Join us as we delve into: Why certain conditions — such as cancer or severe mental health disorders — can feel overwhelming in clinical practice   How practitioners recognize when a case requires referral, collaboration, or a different skill set   The biochemical and systems-level foundations that make mental health cases uniquely complex The importance of boundaries, therapeutic rapport, and honesty in maintaining effective practitioner–client relationships   This episode is for you if: You're a clinician interested in understanding your own "clinical kryptonite"   You've struggled with client non-compliance, scope limitations, or personality mismatches   You want a deeper look at how HOMeHOPe practitioners use systems biology and metabolomics to support complex cases   You're curious about how referral networks and inter-professional collaboration improve client outcomes   You can also find this episode on… Youtube: https://youtu.be/uR-GVeWjq2E Find more from Smarter Not Harder: Website: https://troscriptions.com/blogs/podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/troscriptions HOMeHOPe Virtual Symposium 2026: https://homehope.org/homehope-virtual-symposium-2026 Get 10% Off your purchase of the Metabolomics Module by using PODCAST10 at https://www.homehope.org/ Get 10% Off your Troscriptions purchase by using POD10 at https://www.troscriptions.com/ Get daily content from the hosts of Smarter Not Harder by following @troscriptions on Instagram.

    29 min

  6. 26/11/2025

    Dr. Mariza Snyder on Women's Midlife Metabolism | SNH Podcast #151

    In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, Dr. Mariza Snyder joins Dr. Scott Sherr for a powerful, empowering conversation about women's hormone health, midlife transitions, and how to reclaim your energy, focus, and body from the inside out. Join us as we delve into: • Why perimenopause isn't just "hot flashes" but a full‑body metabolic recalibration • Which labs and markers actually matter for hormone balance and vitality • How gut health, stress, and mindset all converge during midlife transitions • Real‑world lifestyle, nutrition, and essential oil strategies for hormone harmony This episode is for you if: • You're navigating perimenopause or menopause and want clarity • You're tired of one‑size‑fits‑all hormone advice and want smart strategies • You're a woman over 35 who wants to protect your metabolism, mood, and energy • You're curious how hormones, gut health, and lifestyle tie together — smarter, not harder You can also find this episode on… YouTube: https://youtu.be/K06PpRWgOjc Find more from Dr. Mariza Snyder: Website: https://www.drmariza.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmariza Find more from Smarter Not Harder: Website: https://www.troscriptions.com/pages/podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/troscriptions HOMeHOPe Virtual Symposium 2026: https://homehope.org/homehope-virtual-symposium-2026 Get 10% Off your purchase of the Metabolomics Module by using PODCAST10 at https://www.homehope.org Get 10% Off your Troscriptions purchase by using POD10 at https://www.troscriptions.com Get daily content from the hosts of Smarter Not Harder by following @troscriptions on Instagram.

    49 min

  7. 19/11/2025

    From Doctor Google to Doctor ChatGPT: The New Clinical Reality | SNH Podcast #150

    In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, the HOMeHOPe Faculty — Dr. Scott Sherr, Dr. Ted Achacoso, Dr. Jup Kuipers, and Dr. Allen Bookatz — reunite for a timely and insightful roundtable on play, presence, and practitioner power in the age of AI. From microdosing in medicine to using ChatGPT in clinical care, this conversation explores how fun, flow, and forward-thinking frameworks can reinvent healthcare from the inside out. Join us as we delve into: • How "play" transforms clinical performance, creativity, and resilience • The promise and pitfalls of AI like ChatGPT and Gemini in modern medicine • HOMeHOPe's model of proactive care — and why health optimization starts before symptoms • From burnout to breakthrough: how clinicians can reclaim joy and curiosity in practice This episode is for you if: • You're a clinician feeling trapped between protocols and possibility • You want to integrate fun, flow, and fulfillment into your professional life • You're curious about AI in healthcare — and how to use it responsibly • You're done with sick-care and ready to optimize health before disease strikes You can also find this episode on… Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gzgJ81OZ2lM Find more from Smarter Not Harder: Website: Smarter Not Harder Podcast Instagram: https://instagram.com/troscriptions/ HOMeHOPe Virtual Symposium 2026: https://homehope.org/homehope-virtual-symposium-2026 Get 10% Off your purchase of the Metabolomics Module by using PODCAST10 at https://www.homehope.org/ Get 10% Off your Troscriptions order with code POD10 at https://troscriptions.com Get daily content from the hosts of Smarter Not Harder by following @troscriptions on Instagram.

    32 min

  8. 12/11/2025

    How Veronika Gold Uses Ketamine to Unlock Inner Healing | SNH Podcast #149

    In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, Veronika Gold joins Boomer Anderson for an eye-opening and grounded conversation about ketamine-assisted psychotherapy and the resurgence of psychedelic therapy. Together, they explore clinical safety, spiritual depth, and the evolving landscape of mental health treatments that blend science and soul. Join us as we delve into: • What makes ketamine unique among psychedelics • How trauma, anxiety, and depression are approached with expanded states • The critical role of therapy in psychedelic healing • Lessons from Indigenous practices and transpersonal psychology This episode is for you if: • You've heard about ketamine therapy and want to understand how it really works • You or someone you love is struggling with anxiety, depression, or PTSD • You're curious about psychedelics for personal growth and self-love • You want a clinical-yet-human perspective on psychedelic healing You can also find this episode on… YouTube: https://youtu.be/C8NJMgfnKgE?si=jooMj182DaIFhns1 Find more from Veronika Gold: Website: https://www.polarisinsight.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/veronika1dream/ Find more from Smarter Not Harder: Website: https://www.troscriptions.com/pages/podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/troscriptions HOMeHOPe Symposium: HOMeHOPe Virtual Symposium 2026 - HOMeHOPe Get 10% Off your purchase of the Metabolomics Module by using PODCAST10 at https://www.homehope.org/ Get 10% Off your Troscriptions purchase by using POD10 at https://www.troscriptions.com/ Get daily content from the hosts of Smarter Not Harder by following @troscriptions on Instagram.

    53 min
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Welcome to the Smarter Not Harder podcast brought to you by Health Optimization Medicine and Practice, as well as Smarter Not Harder, Inc.– the makers of Troscriptions. This podcast is all about offering you one-cent solutions to $64,000 questions for all things decision making, consciousness, health optimization, performance, and so much more. We interview subject matter experts who will tackle these one-cent solutions including Karl Friston, Donald Hoffman, Anna Lembke, Adam Robinson, and Dominic D'Agostino. The Smarter Not Harder podcast is hosted by Dr. Ted Achacoso, the founding pioneer of Health Optimization Medicine and Practice and Smarter Not Harder inc., Dr. Scott Sherr, the COO of both Health Optimization Medicine and Practice and Smarter Not Harder, Inc., Boomer Anderson, CEO of Health Optimization Medicine and Practice as well as Smarter Not Harder, Inc., and Jody Duval, a talented naturopath known for compounding her own formulations in her clinic Revital Health in Perth, Australia. New episodes every Wednesday. Be sure to subscribe to never miss an episode! Ready to work smarter not harder? Let's dive in! Find more from us at troscriptions.com & homehope.org.

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  • Creator
    Smarter Not Harder Inc. | Troscriptions | HOMeHOPe Org
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    156
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2023
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    Smarter Not Harder

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