Renee Belz & Lauren Sambataro

Biohacker Babes
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We're sisters and the Biohacker Babes! We want to empower you to become your own biohacker and upgrade your life. The Biohacker Babes podcast aims to create insight into the body's natural healing abilities, strengthen your intuition, and empower you with techniques and modalities to optimize your health and wellness.

  1. 4d ago

    Syncing Your Cycle to Your Lifestyle with Maggie McDaris l The Productivity Playbook for Optimizing Your Menstrual Phases with Phase App

    In this episode, Maggie McDaris, CEO and Co-Founder of Phase, breaks down the science and practical application of cycle syncing, explaining how each phase of the menstrual cycle influences energy, cognition, productivity, and overall performance. She walks listeners through the follicular, ovulatory, luteal, and menstrual phases, highlighting the unique strengths and challenges of each stage, including the often-overlooked immune and recovery considerations during the luteal phase. Maggie also explores the role of dopamine, healthy ways to pursue motivation and achievement, and how understanding your biology can help prevent burnout in a culture that often expects women to perform the same way every day. The conversation addresses the stigma surrounding menstrual cycles, the importance of involving men in the discussion, and how cycle awareness impacts sleep, circadian rhythms, and workplace success. Maggie concludes by sharing actionable tips for getting started with cycle syncing and explains how the Phase app helps women align their schedules with their biology to optimize health, productivity, and sustainable performance. Maggie McDaris is the CEO and Co-Founder of Phase and a thought leader at the intersection of human performance and the future of work. A Registered Dietitian, corporate wellness and public health expert, and WELL Accredited Professional, she has spent more than a decade translating health science into practical strategies for real life and work. Before founding Phase, Maggie scaled high-growth wellness businesses and led multidisciplinary teams, gaining a firsthand view of how modern work routinely ignores human biology. That insight became the foundation for Phase, a biology-based productivity system designed to help women connect the dots between their bodies and their workload. Maggie is skilled at turning deep wellness expertise into high-impact, revenue-generating solutions, and she's on a mission to fundamentally reframe how we think about productivity, performance, and sustainable success. She lives in the U.K. with her family. SHOW NOTES: 0:39 Welcome to the podcast! 4:11 About Maggie McDaris 5:30 Welcome her to the show! 6:26 Her view on cycle syncing 9:27 The phases of the menstrual cycle 13:05 Follicular Phase 14:46 Ovulatory Phase 16:44 Luteal Phase 21:10 Dopamine & healthy ways to “chase the high” 24:19 How to prevent burnout 26:06 Menstrual Phase 28:35 Recap of each phase benefits 29:25 Evolutionary purpose of ovulation strengths 31:42 3 specific phases of Luteal 35:08 Immune weakness in luteal phase 42:28 How Phase helps optimize your schedule 47:15 The stigmatization of menstrual cycles 48:32 The role of men in this conversation 52:30 Impacting sleep & circadian rhythm 57:56 3 Tips on how to get started 1:02:44 How to get Phase App 1:03:36 Her final piece of advice 1:05:39 Thanks for tuning in! RESOURCES: Phase App - Discount code: BIOHACKERBABES LinkedIn Instagram TikTok Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    1h 6m

  2. May 26

    From Addiction to Regulation to Optimization: Peptides, Nervous System Healing & Recovery with Samantha Lander

    In this episode, we sit down with Samantha Lander, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition practitioner and founder of See Fit Living, to explore her powerful journey from addiction, PCOS, and chronic fatigue to becoming a leader in precision health and performance optimization. Samantha shares the emotional and nervous system roots of addiction, the lessons she learned through recovery, and how those experiences shaped her approach to healing the whole person. We also dive into biological dentistry, the role of peptides in supporting recovery and resilience, and her favorite peptide tools for optimizing health and longevity. Samantha breaks down the differences between GLP-1 and emerging GLP-3 therapies, discusses the importance of personalization through HRV and wearable technology, and offers practical guidance on peptides. Finally, she highlights the risks of purchasing peptides online and provides essential tips for sourcing high-quality products safely and responsibly. Samantha Lander is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition (FDN) practitioner and health coach who specializes in high-performance precision health. As the founder of See Fit Living, she moves beyond standard care to help clients decode their "whole health story" through advanced functional lab testing—identifying the root cause of systemic "glitches" like hormonal redlining, gut dysbiosis, and metabolic stalling. Samantha’s clinical expertise is rooted in a remarkable personal history of overcoming complex health challenges, including addiction, PCOS, and heavy metal toxicity. Today, she is a leader in integrating cutting-edge protocols—utilizing peptides and bioregulators to optimize the body’s biological hardware. When she isn't polishing clinical masterminds for healthcare clinicians, Samantha is a professional DJ and keynote speaker who brings "Electric Movement" to health and wellness conferences across the country. She is dedicated to helping high-achievers fix their terrain and reclaim their biological edge. SHOW NOTES: 0:39 Welcome to the show! 2:49 About Samantha Lander 3:30 Welcome her to the podcast! 4:29 The emotional underpinnings of addiction 8:15 Getting to her rock bottom 11:55 The through line of all addictions  13:05 Nervous system & addiction 15:27 Her womb healer 16:50 The 12 Steps 18:29 Her greatest biohack 22:20 The silver lining of addiction 23:37 Her history of tooth trauma 26:12 Finding biological dentistry 31:19 *APOLLO NEURO* 33:32 How she discovered peptides 36:19 How peptides support addiction  39:01 GLP-1 vs GLP-3 42:47 Her favorite healing peptides 44:06 Personalization with HRV & wearables 47:45 Her words of caution + advice 51:30 If you want a growth hormone peptide 53:29 Dangers of buying online 55:12 How to source safely 56:47 Where to find her 59:35 Her final piece of advice 1:00:16 Thanks for tuning in! RESOURCES: Apollo Neuro - code: BIOHACKERBABES for $90 off + Smart Vibes bundle See Fit Living Website Instagram: @seefitliving Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    1h 1m

  3. May 18

    Why More Health Data Isn’t Always Better l The Reality of Lab Testing, AI Health Recommendations & Avoiding Health Anxiety

    In this episode, we break down the growing world of lab testing, from beginner-friendly options like Function Health and InsideTracker to advanced biological age and longevity testing like the DunedinPACE and TruHealth test. We discuss the pros and cons of conventional lab ranges, AI interpretations, and how to determine which labs are actually worth your time and money depending on your goals. The conversation also dives into the rise of AI in healthcare, exploring both the incredible potential of AI-driven insights and the limitations of relying too heavily on technology without understanding the bigger picture of your health. Throughout the episode, we share our personal lab recommendations, funny real-life stories, and practical advice for implementing health recommendations on your own. We also explore how mindset, belief systems, and nervous system regulation can directly influence physiology and long-term wellness. SHOW NOTES: 0:39 Welcome to the podcast! 2:51 How often to run labs 5:11 Function Health 6:41 Benefits of conventional ranges 9:06 Hims & Hers 10:16 Blokes & Joi 11:08 Which lab to do if you’re just getting started  13:59 Positive ANA tests 14:40 Inside Tracker 16:05 Lauren’s lab recommendations 17:38 Pros & Cons of AI Health 23:53 Lauren’s bathroom story 25:15 Renee’s lab recommendations 26:01 Biological Age Testing 27:53 DunedIn Pace Test 30:06 TruHealth Test 31:10 Leptin resistance 33:11 *APOLLO NEURO* 35:25 Function Health supplements 37:03 Recap & our recommendations 38:30 How narratives & belief systems affect your physiology 41:29 How to implement recommendations on your own 49:10 Thanks for tuning in! RESOURCES: Apollo Neuro - Discount code: BIOHACKERBABES Function Health - code: PSTJEPMG Inside Tracker - code: BIOHACKERBABES Blokes & Joi  Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    50 min

  4. May 11

    Are Toxins Hijacking Your Hormones? How to Detox Mercury, Mold & Viral Infections with Kyle Hulbert of The Longevity Center

    In this episode, Kyle Hulbert shares his powerful journey from struggling with anxiety, depression, alcoholism, and burnout to uncovering the hidden root causes behind his health challenges: heavy metal toxicity and low testosterone. He dives into the importance of optimizing health upstream of hormones, the dangers of mercury exposure, and the transformative role detoxification played in reclaiming his vitality. Kyle breaks down advanced therapies like chelation, TPE, EBOO, ozone 10-pass, and methylene blue IVs while also emphasizing the foundational lifestyle practices that support safe and effective detoxification. The conversation explores common symptoms women experience with toxicity, testing for Lyme disease and biotoxins, and the biggest mistakes people make when starting their healing journey. Kyle Hulbert is the CEO of the Longevity Center, co-host of the Longevity Unlocked podcast, and a wellness and integrative nutrition coach specializing in detoxification. After years of battling anxiety, depression, and alcoholism while living in Dubai and completing his master’s degree, Kyle discovered that heavy metal toxicity and low testosterone were at the root of his struggles. His deep dive into detox, integrative health, and biohacking led him to earn multiple coaching certifications and ultimately leave his family business to open the Longevity Center. In its first year, he helped over 1,500 people detox, heal, and restore their vitality. SHOW NOTES: 0:40 Welcome to the podcast! 3:21 About Kyle Hulbert 4:16 Welcome him to the show! 5:05 His health turning point 7:17 Discovering low testosterone 9:04 Optimizing upstream of hormones 12:05 Discovering mercury toxicity 15:25 Chelation Therapy for heavy metals 20:55 Most common female symptoms  22:29 How to detox infections & biotoxins 23:58 TPE vs EBOO 28:05 *APOLLO NEURO* 30:25 TPE for Autoimmunity 31:15 EBOO explained 32:29 Ozone 10-Pass explained 35:56 Where to begin and what not to do 37:15 Testing for Lyme disease 39:36 Methylene Blue IVs 45:43 Foundations of supporting detox 47:12 Biohacks for detox 49:22 His sources of mercury exposure 51:27 The Longevity Center 52:39 His final piece of advice 54:45 Thanks for tuning in! RESOURCES: Apollo Neuro - code: BIOHACKERBABES to save $90 off + Smart Vibes Bundle Website: The Longevity Center IG: @thelcfl Podcast: Longevity Unlocked LinkedIn Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    56 min

  5. May 4

    Botox, Filler & the Illusion of Anti-Aging with Dr. Cameron Chesnut l How Metabolic Health, Surgeon Skill and “Bucket Theory” Shape Your Response to Botox, Filler, and Lasers

    In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Cameron Chesnut to unpack the truth behind today’s booming aesthetics industry and what it really means to age well. Dr. Chesnut breaks down the biggest misconceptions surrounding fillers, Botox, dissolving agents, and “quick-fix” medspa culture, while explaining how metabolic health, inflammation, and lifestyle habits directly influence the appearance and function of your skin. The conversation dives deep into regenerative approaches like fat transfers, stem cells, exosomes, and advanced recovery techniques that prioritize natural-looking results over frozen faces or overfilled features. He also shares his nuanced perspective on anesthesia, facial lasers, muscle function, and why preserving authentic facial expression is critical for both emotional communication and long-term health. This fascinating episode challenges conventional beauty standards and explores how true rejuvenation starts with performance, vitality, and a healthy mindset — not a magic pill or syringe. Dr. Cameron Chesnut is a facial plastic surgeon for the world’s high-performers. People from all corners of the globe seek his next-level results - with astonishing outcomes from minimally invasive procedures that leave his patients looking natural, rejuvenated, and seemingly untouched. He is renowned for his progressive use of regenerative medicine and postoperative recovery techniques, as well as his dedicated personal preparation for performance readiness. SHOW NOTES: 0:40 Welcome to the podcast! 3:06 About Dr. Cameron Chesnut 3:46 Welcome him to the show! 4:45 Biggest misconception around filler 8:58 Myths about dissolving filler 10:15 What exactly is filler? 13:28 Medspa confusion & magic fixes 15:00 What is Radiesse?  17:45 How metabolic health impacts your skin 18:52 Using your own fat instead of filler 22:30 Find the right surgeon 26:40 Fat transfers 101 30:25 Stem cells & exosomes 33:33 *APOLLO NEURO* 35:47 Preparing for surgery and procedures 40:12 No magic pill 41:37 Healthy mindset pre-surgery 42:04 The good & bad of Anesthesia 48:14 The good & bad of Botox 51:15 How Dr. Cameron makes your muscles work better 52:20 The importance of facial expressions 57:40 Does botox and filler affect everyone negatively? 1:02:45 Implications of restricting movement 1:04:25 Facial lasers 1:10:55 How to work with Dr. Chesnut 1:14:01 His final piece of advice 1:17:35 Thanks for tuning in! RESOURCES: Apollo Neuro - code: BIOHACKERBABES to save $90 off + Smart Vibes bundle Start Your Journey About Dr. Cameron Chesnut Instagram 5 Codes Podcast Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    1h 18m

  6. Apr 27

    The Future of Your Health is in the Toilet l Throne Science's Smart Health Monitoring with Scott Hickle

    In this episode, we sit down with Scott Hickle, co-founder and CEO of Throne Science, to explore how smart toilet technology is transforming the future of personalized health tracking. Scott shares the origin story of Throne and explains how their device analyzes biomarkers from urine and stool to provide insights into hydration, gut health, and even prostate function. The conversation dives into surprising takeaways—like what your bathroom habits reveal about nutrient status, digestion, and early warning signs for chronic conditions. Lauren and Renee reflect on their own data, discussing hydration patterns and the power of real-time feedback to drive meaningful habit change. The episode also tackles bigger topics like data privacy, gaps in current medical research, and Throne’s ambitious goal of predicting diseases like colon cancer—making your daily bathroom routine a powerful tool for longevity. Scott Hickle is the co-founder and CEO of Throne Science, a health technology company building smart devices that track gut health, hydration, and prostate with every flush. A mechanical engineer by training, Scott spent most of the last decade on the founding teams of multiple venture-backed startups. At Throne Science, he and his team are building toward a future where your toilet will improve your health and, eventually, even save your life. SHOW NOTES: 0:40 Welcome to the podcast! 3:39 About Scott Hickle 4:18 Welcome him to the show! 5:28 Your poop friends 7:35 How Throne got started 9:52 What can we learn from our bathroom habits 12:20 How Throne assesses your hydration 14:24 Urgency & constipation 15:31 Measuring prostate health 16:20 Lauren’s hydration takeaways  19:35 Peeing out B vitamins 22:46 How does Throne work? 27:22 Lance Armstrong’s stream 28:36 *APOLLO NEURO* 30:52 New FDA regulations 32:00 Creating habit changes 36:41 Renee’s melatonin stats 37:52 Blindspots in research 38:39 Gastro-typing 40:14 Data privacy on Throne 44:08 Predicting colon cancer 49:08 Throne App experience 56:25 Poopie Lineup 1:02:38 Where to find Throne 1:03:58 His final piece of advice 1:04:59 Thanks for tuning in! RESOURCES: Apollo Neuro - Discount code: BIOHACKERBABES for $90 off + SmartVibes bundle Throne Science - Discount code: BIOHACKERBABES IG: @thronescience FB: @thronescience X, LinkedIn TedX Talk Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    1h 6m

  7. Apr 20

    MDMA, Trauma & Relationships with Jonathan Robinson l How a Heart Opener Can Reset the Nervous System, Support Communication in Relationships, and Soften Grief

    In this episode, we sit down with Jonathan Robinson to unpack the real story behind MDMA therapy, challenging common misconceptions and explaining how it can be a powerful tool for healing trauma, anxiety, and relationship conflict. He shares how MDMA, also known as Ecstasy, can help individuals and couples access deeper empathy, improve communication, and better understand one another without blame or defensiveness. Jonathan also dives into the structure of a typical session, the neuroscience behind how MDMA affects the brain and nervous system, and why it can be so effective for processing grief and resetting emotional patterns. Drawing from his experience guiding over 700 journeys, he discusses the safety profile, virtual facilitation, and his therapist training programs. The conversation wraps with a look at who this therapy is best suited for and what the future may hold as MDMA-assisted therapy moves toward wider acceptance. Jonathan Robinson is a former psychotherapist, best-selling author of 16 books, and a professional speaker from Northern California. Jonathan has made numerous appearances on The Oprah Show and CNN, as well as other national TV talk shows. Jonathan’s most recent book is called, “Ecstasy as Medicine: How MDMA Therapy Can Help You Overcome Trauma, Anxiety and Depression…and Feel More Love.” In the book, Jonathan shares the best methods, stories, and ideas he’s learned from leading over 700 MDMA journeys and teaching hundreds of therapists how to do his unique protocol over Zoom. His other books include the bestsellers, “Communication Miracles for Couples,” and “More Love, Less Conflict.” Jonathan is known for providing his audiences with immediately useful and powerful information and is the co-host of the podcast Awareness Explorers. SHOW NOTES: 0:40 Welcome to the podcast! 3:18 About Jonathan Robinson 4:14 Welcome him to the show! 5:50 Biggest misconception about M 7:14 How it helps in couples therapy 9:04 Benefits of doing it alone vs with a therapist 11:12 Story about his parents 14:07 How it helps you understand your partner 16:25 Difference between XTC & M 18:13 Virtual facilitation 20:15 Protocols 22:05 Health outcomes on medicine 25:12 Resetting the nervous system 30:13 Overcoming grief 33:05 Communicating without blaming, shaming, or complaining 33:58 *APOLLO NEURO* 36:00 What a typical session look like 37:44 What happens in the brain on M 39:51 Safety profile 46:21 Practitioner Training program 48:07 Future landscape of m 50:30 Who this is for vs not for 56:09 His final piece of advice 57:32 Thanks for tuning in RESOURCES: Apollo Neuro - $90 off with code: BIOHACKERBABES Website: https://ecstasyasmedicine.com/ Book: XTC for Couples Practitioner Training - code: OFF200 Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    58 min

  8. Apr 13

    Why Creatine May Be the Non-Negotiable You've Always Needed l Dr. Dan Pardi on Qualia Creatine for Brain Power, Better Sleep, and Female Physiology Support

    In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Dan Pardi to unpack the science and surprising versatility of creatine, far beyond its reputation as a muscle-building supplement. He breaks down how creatine supports cellular energy production, enhances strength and performance, and may even buffer the effects of sleep deprivation—making it a powerful tool for modern high-performers. The conversation dives into nuanced dosing strategies, optimal timing, and key differences between forms like monohydrate and HCL, while also addressing common concerns like bloating and kidney health. Dr. Pardi highlights important considerations for women, including lower natural creatine production, hormonal influences, and its potential role in postpartum depression and brain health. The episode ties it all together by exploring how creatine intersects with methylation and NAD support, positioning it as a foundational supplement for longevity, resilience, and cognitive optimization. Dr. Dan Pardi is the Chief Health Officer at Qualia Life Sciences, where he leads education to advance healthspan and peak performance. He’s the founder of humanOS.me and host of humanOS Radio, the official podcast of the Sleep Research Society. Dan has advised elite military units, Fortune 500 companies, and startups through his consultancy, Vivendi Health. He holds a PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience from Leiden University and Stanford, and speaks regularly at events like TEDx, VC Firms, and the Institute for Human Machine Cognition. SHOW NOTES: 0:40 Welcome to the podcast! 2:48 About Dr. Dan Pardi 3:34 Welcome him to the show! 5:07 The history of Creatine 7:30 What is Creatine? 9:25 General vs personal dosages 11:07 How it contributes to energy 13:43 Strength-training vs Endurance benefits 16:02 Optimal timing for exercise 18:00 Supporting sleep deprivation 19:45 STUDY on Rugby players 22:01 Creatine for sleep & brain function 24:23 Best time to dose 28:57 Female hormones and creatine function 30:59 *APOLLO NEURO* 33:02 Why do women make less creatine? 37:03 Post-partum Depression 38:51 The Triage Phenomenon 40:52 Getting creatine into the brain 43:27 Methylation and creatine 45:30 NAD injections & supplements 48:51 Qualia Life Creatine 50:31 Comparing forms: Monohydrate vs HCL 54:16 Concerns of bloating & kidney dysfunction 58:34 How to know if you’re taking enough 59:46 Research studies on Creatine 1:02:35 His final piece of advice 1:05:42 Thanks for tuning in! RESOURCES: Apollo Neuro - code: BIOHACKERBABES for $90 off Smart Vibes bundle Qualia Life - Discount code: BIOHACKERBABES Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Podcast: Human OS Radio Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    1h 6m
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We're sisters and the Biohacker Babes! We want to empower you to become your own biohacker and upgrade your life. The Biohacker Babes podcast aims to create insight into the body's natural healing abilities, strengthen your intuition, and empower you with techniques and modalities to optimize your health and wellness.

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  • Creator
    Biohacker Babes
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    347
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    ℗ & © 2020 Biohacker Babes Podcast
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    Renee Belz & Lauren Sambataro

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