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Updated 12/23/2025
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12/10/2025

207: Win The Day With Min and Max

Perfection is fragile; progress is flexible. Redefine success on your toughest days so you keep the streak alive instead of starting over. The Who Cares guys—Scot, Mitch, and Dr. John Smith—share a flexible Min-Max framework for workouts, nutrition, sleep, and “bad brain days,” including how to check your daily readiness and stop dumping problems on future you

12/10/2025

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23 min
5D AGO

209: 2025 Wins, What We’re Working On, and What’s Next

Real health isn’t a before-and-after—it’s the messy middle where most of us live. The Who Cares guys look back at 2025 to pull out what actually mattered: the wins worth keeping, the habits still under construction, and the mindset shifts that made tough stretches easier to navigate. Scot, Mitch, and Dr. John Smith revisit the conversations that changed how they think about sleep, nutrition, activity, and mental health—then lay out where they want to push next year. Expect honest takes, practical guardrails, and a few small tweaks you can steal for 2026.

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35 min
12/17/2025

208: The 2025 Gift Guide for Guys Who Aren’t Health Nuts

Tired of gift guides built for influencers and ultramarathoners? Our once-a-year roundup focuses on practical, low-maintenance gifts that make real life a little healthier—sleep a bit better, eat a bit smarter, move a bit more. The Who Cares crew teams up with nutrition scientist Thunder Jalili to share under-$50 wins, under-$100 upgrades, and one save-for-later pick that actually gets used after the holidays. No extreme routines, just smart tools and habits designed for guys with jobs, families, and real schedules

12/17/2025

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31 min
11/07/2025

E100: The Spiritual Domain of Friendships

Strong friendships have been shown to reduce loneliness, improve emotional resilience, and even buffer the effects of grief and stress. In moments of birth, loss, illness, and major life transitions, certain friendships take on a deeper, almost sacred role—offering grounding, presence, and meaning when it is needed most. In the spiritual domain of friendships, Kirtly Jones, MD, and Katie Ward, PhD, are joined by Chaplain Susie Nelsen. Together, they explore the friendships that accompany us through profound transitions, the companions who help us make sense of loss and identity, and the rare “spiritual friends” with whom we can speak openly about purpose, belief, and meaning.

11/07/2025

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33 min
12/23/2025

The Best Toy For Your Child's Development at Every Age

Choosing the right toy is not about what is trending—it is about how children learn at each stage of development. From infants discovering the world through sound, texture, and cause-and-effect, to older kids using play to explore identity, creativity, and independence, the best toys grow with a child's needs. Pediatrician Cindy Gellner, MD, breaks down what actually supports learning and development at every age. Learn how to pick toys that do more than entertain—they help children build skills that last well beyond the holidays.

12/23/2025

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5 min
01/27/2025

190: Health Hacks: Hits and Misses

Scot, Mitch, and Dr. John Smith get real about the health tips that have improved their lives and those that were a waste of time. From the effectiveness of scheduling workouts to the challenges of diet fads, they unpack the trials and triumphs in their health journeys.

01/27/2025

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26 min
10/20/2025

205: Almost 40? Here’s What Actually Matters

The birthday jokes get louder at 40—gray hairs, creaky knees, “over the hill”—but nothing falls apart overnight. Producer Mitch brings his pre-40 nerves to sort myths from maintenance: readers, slower recovery, bathroom breaks, and the habits that actually move the needle—sleep, weight, and regular movement. Later, Scot checks in with urologist Dr. John Smith to turn midlife worries into simple next steps. Bottom line: reflect, don’t panic, and when something changes, do the thing—talk to a clinician.

10/20/2025

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29 min
12/30/2024

188: John's Turning Point - The Road to 185 Pounds

Even the very best doctors aren't immune to health struggles. Dr. John Smith shares his experience with weight gain during the demanding years of medical residency and early fatherhood. Learn about the moments that made him realize the need for change, from harsh realities captured in a photo to the challenges of staying active. Hear how John turned his health around and the lessons learned along the way that might inspire your own health journey.

12/30/2024

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30 min
08/11/2025

201: The 4 Forgotten Food Groups

Scot wants to make his diet better—not by cutting things out, but by adding in the healthy foods he’s been missing. Nutritionist Thunder Jalili joins the Who Cares guys to talk about four overlooked food groups—nuts, beans, seeds, and whole grains—and how small changes can make a big difference. From easy swaps to quick add-ins, learn how to get more of the good stuff without overhauling your whole diet.

08/11/2025

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32 min
01/24/2023

129: Why Goals Fail and How to Fix That

Are your wellness goals not going the way you hoped? It's ok. Setting and achieving a goal isn't as easy as you might think. The Who Cares guys talk through some strategies to help you develop better goals to increase your chance of success. They also offer tips to get back on track when you slip up or fall short of achieving your goals.

01/24/2023

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32 min

The Scope, from University of Utah Health, highlights expert health advice and research you can use for a happier and healthier life. The Scope's mission is to educate, engage in, and lead the conversation on the latest research and trends in medicine.

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207: Win The Day With Min and Max

209: 2025 Wins, What We’re Working On, and What’s Next

208: The 2025 Gift Guide for Guys Who Aren’t Health Nuts

E100: The Spiritual Domain of Friendships

The Best Toy For Your Child's Development at Every Age

190: Health Hacks: Hits and Misses

205: Almost 40? Here’s What Actually Matters

188: John's Turning Point - The Road to 185 Pounds

201: The 4 Forgotten Food Groups

129: Why Goals Fail and How to Fix That

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