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Age Defiantly is a podcast for high-performing adults who refuse to accept decline as a normal part of aging. Hosted by Mark Young, the show explores health, longevity, performance, and mindset through evidence-based conversations with credible experts and practitioners. Each episode focuses on understanding what actually works, why it works, and how to apply it in real life. This podcast is for entrepreneurs, executives, professionals, and driven individuals who believe health is the foundation of everything else: leadership, relationships, purpose, and long-term success. No hype. No trends. Just honest conversations, clear thinking, and practical frameworks to help you live with more strength, clarity, and intention for decades to come.

  1. 6D AGO

    Methylene Blue: Biohacker’s Secret for Energy & Detoxification With Dr. Scott Sherr

    Are you on the lookout for the latest biohacking tool? In this episode, Mark Young and Dr. Scott Sherr dive into the intriguing world of methylene blue, exploring its uses, controversies, and the growing buzz surrounding it. Dr. Sherr, a board-certified internist, offers insights into how this industrial dye has evolved into a highly touted health optimization tool.   The conversation explores how methylene blue supports mitochondrial function and energy production and clarifies myths about its risks, particularly the misconception that it can turn your brain blue. Dr. Sherr highlights the benefits of methylene blue, including improved mental clarity and support for mitochondrial health.    Mark and Dr. Sherr also talk about the rise of methylene blue in the biohacking community and its potential for longevity, offering listeners a balanced perspective.     Connect with Dr. Scott Sherr: Website: https://troscriptions.com/  and https://homehope.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drscottsherr/   Connect with Mark Young: Website: https://themarkyoung.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mmlj25/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themarkyoung/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@performancedrivenlivingpodcast

    48 min

  2. FEB 3

    [Ep 42] Why Your Body is Inflamed (And It’s Not Why You Think) | Dr. Shivani Gupta

    Most people treat inflammation as an enemy to be suppressed. But what if it’s actually a vital communication from your body? Today, we sit down with Ayurvedic practitioner and author Dr. Shivani Gupta to decode the "Science of Life", Dr. Shivani goes even deeper into these frameworks in her new book, The Inflammation Code   If you’ve ever felt like your "clean" blood tests aren't telling the whole story, this conversation is for you. We bridge the gap between 5,000-year-old Indian wisdom and modern biohacking to help you achieve "Vibrant Health."   CHAPTERS: 01:30 – Who is Dr. Shivani Gupta? 03:45 – Why Gut Health is the Center of your Immune System. 16:00 – The Biohacker’s Dissonance: High-Tech vs. Modern Toxins. 26:15 – Daily Rituals: Tongue Scraping, Oil Pulling, & Intentions. 40:10 – The Turmeric Deep Dive: 17,000+ Studies. 53:50 – Where to find The Inflammation Code GET THE BOOK: Dr. Shivani’s new book, The Inflammation Code, launches February 3rd! Stop following protocols and start understanding your body’s framework:  www.ShivaniGupta.com   UPGRADE YOUR STACK: After years of obscuring the obvious, Mark is finally adding Dr. Shivani’s "Swiss Army Knife" of herbs to his daily routine. Join the movement and support your vibration. 👉 FusionaryFormulas.com Use Code: YOUNG15 for 15% OFF all first-time orders! FOLLOW PERFORMANCE DRIVEN LIVING: • Watch more episodes & subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@performancedrivenlivingpodcast • Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/performance-driven-living/id1813002543 • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ot9njgjicg4lisEErPxYP • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/performancedrivenliving_/?hl=en

    56 min

  3. JAN 29

    [Ep 41] Organic vs. Regenerative Farming: Why Food is Medicine | Bob Jones Jr.

    Is "Organic" actually healthy, or is it just a marketing label? In this episode of Performance Driven Living, Mark Young joins Bob Jones Jr. (CEO of The Chef’s Garden) to uncover why modern agriculture—including organic farming—is failing our health. If you are interested in biohacking, gut health, or simply eating real food, you need to understand the difference between "sustainable" and Regenerative Agriculture. We discuss the shocking reality of soil depletion and desertification, and why the vegetables in your grocery store might be 14 days old and void of nutrients before you even buy them. Bob explains the science of nutrient density, how plant frequencies can naturally repel pests without Glyphosate or pesticides, and why "eating the rainbow" doesn't work if the soil is dead.   Key Topics Covered: The Soil Crisis: Why American soil is running out of minerals (and how it affects your biology). Organic vs. Regenerative: Why excluding pesticides isn't enough to create nutrient-dense food. Food is Medicine: How healthy soil creates food that acts as medicine for the body. The "Plant Blood Test": Using sap analysis to measure plant health (and human health). Ancient Wisdom: How biblical farming principles (Leviticus) align with modern soil science. Timestamps: 2:10 - The Truth About Nutrient Depletion (Why You Are Still Deficient) 6:50 - What is Regenerative Agriculture? (Reversing Desertification) 10:45 - Biblical Farming: How Ancient Wisdom Predicts Modern Science 24:00 - The Grocery Store Lie: Why Your Produce is 14 Days Old 28:40 - Organic vs. Regenerative: The Problem with the "Organic" Label 32:15 - How to Shop at a Farmer's Market (Red Flags to Watch For)   About The Guest: Bob Jones Jr. is the CEO and co-owner of The Chef's Garden, a family farm that has pioneered regenerative farming for over 40 years. They supply the world's top chefs and restaurants with nutrient-dense, flavor-rich vegetables that prioritize soil health over mass yield.   Follow Performance Driven Living: Watch more episodes & subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@performancedrivenlivingpodcast • Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/at/podcast/performance-driven-living/id1813002543 • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ot9njgjicg4lisEErPxYP • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/performancedrivenliving_/

    41 min

  4. JAN 15

    [Ep 40] How to Survive "Distressed" Real Estate (Without Becoming Distressed) David Ocon

    He signed 50 pages of waivers to be a "Human Test Dummy" for the Department of Defense. They drained the blood from his legs to simulate dying on a battlefield. Then, he treated his business the exact same way.   In this raw episode of Performance Driven Living, Mark sits down with David Ocon (Author of Why We Ran & Real Estate Developer) to discuss the fine line between "High Performance" and "Self-Destruction."   David reveals how carrying $8,000,000 a month in mortgages and refusing to "stop at the water station" landed him in the hospital twice. This is a masterclass on why the "Hustle Until You Die" mentality is actually bad for business—and how to shift into a season of "Strategic Contentment."   In this episode, you will learn:   The "Hemorrhagic Shock" Experiment: What David learned about human limits from a DOD casualty simulation. The Running Metaphor: Why sprinting is natural, but "jogging" through life destroys your soul. The "Distressed Asset" Trap: How David fixed broken buildings while letting his own health fall into disrepair. Finding Your Pace: How to transition from an "Aggressive Investor" to a "Generational Builder" after having a family. Introvert Networking: The genius strategy David used to get meetings with real estate titans (hint: it involves canvas prints).   Timestamps: 2:26 - "Why We Ran": Running as a Metaphor for Life 8:45 - The Crash: $8M in Mortgages & Hospital Visits 17:00 - The DoD Experiment: Simulating Death for Science 22:00 - Why Humans Aren't Built to "Jog" 37:00 - How an Introvert Networks with Billionaires 43:00 - The "Shark" Strategy: Waiting for the Right Deal

    47 min

  5. JAN 8

    [Ep 39] Why "Normal" Labs Are Killing You (And How To Fix It) | Steve Giddens

    Your blood work came back "Normal." Great news, right? Wrong. In a world where 90% of the population is metabolically unhealthy, being "Normal" just means you are average in a sick society.   Mark Young sits down with Steve Giddens (President of Terrain Health, formerly MtOmics) live from Metabolic Health Day in Tucson. They discuss the launch of Terrain Health, a revolutionary platform that rejects "Population Norms" in favor of "Individual Optimization."   Steve explains why the future of medicine isn't about sage-on-the-stage doctors dictating orders—it's about using AI as a "Kaleidoscope" to analyze your genetics, blood work, and lifestyle to find the root cause. They also dive into the controversial reality that AI is currently diagnosing patients with 80% accuracy, while human doctors are lagging behind at 20%.   If you want to know how to use data to become the CEO of your own health, this episode is your blueprint.   In this episode, we cover: The Kaleidoscope Effect: How Terrain Health uses AI to see facets of your health that human doctors miss. The "Normal" Trap: Why a 68-year-old's "normal" labs would be considered "critical" for a 30-year-old. Terrain vs. The Rest: How this platform differs from others (like Mark Hyman's Function Health). The AI Divide: Why the gap between the "Smart" and the "Un-adapting" is about to become a civil war. "Invite The Team": Mark’s strategy for using AI to simulate advice from experts like Dave Asprey and Dr. Nasha Winters. Compliance is King: Why the "perfect" diet fails if it doesn't fit your lifestyle (Vegan vs. Carnivore). Steve Giddens Platform: MTOMICS: https://mtomics.com/ Metabolic Health Day: https://metabolichealthday.life/   Follow Performance Driven Living: • Watch more episodes & subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@performancedrivenlivingpodcast  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/performance...

    40 min

  6. JAN 2

    [EP 38] Are You Letting the System Decide Your Health? | Dr. Sanjay Bhojraj

    What if the most important “treatment” decision you make this year is simply learning how to advocate for yourself?   In this episode, Mark Young sits down with Dr. Sanjay Bhojraj for a direct conversation about patient empowerment: how to ask better questions, spot gaps in communication, and stop outsourcing your health to a system that often rewards speed over clarity. This isn’t about distrust — it’s about ownership.   You’ll hear practical ways to become a stronger partner in your own care, including how to prepare for appointments, how to get real clarity on options, and how to make decisions that align with your goals and values.   This episode is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your health plan.   In this episode: • Why “standard of care” can still miss the individual • The questions that change the entire appointment • How to avoid passive decision-making • Shared decision-making, second opinions, and informed consent • Building a health strategy you actually understand Connect with Dr. Sanjay Bhorjraj:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctorsanjaymd/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/doctorsanjaymd/?ref=pl_edit_xav_ig_profile_page_web#    Subscribe for more evidence-aware conversations that challenge assumptions: Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@performancedrivenlivingpodcast/featured

    1h 11m

  7. 12/19/2025

    [Ep 37] Are Doctors Treating Cancer Backwards? | Dr. Nathan Goodyear

    Cancer care is changing fast and many patients feel stuck choosing between “conventional” vs “holistic.” In this episode, Dr. Nathan Goodyear breaks down what integrative oncology can look like when the goal is precision, immune-focused strategy, and patient empowerment.   Recorded at the Metabolic Health Day Conference in Tucson, AZ, this conversation explores why “standard of care” often misses the N=1 reality, how innovation is outpacing regulation, and why the future of cancer care may depend on better collaboration between patients, doctors, and data.   In this episode, you’ll hear:   Why Dr. Goodyear stepped away from prior leadership roles to push innovation further The difference between “intervening” vs helping the body heal and recover Why the immune system is central to modern cancer conversations The case for personalized, stacked strategies instead of one-size-fits-all protocols How AI may help patients ask better questions (and where it can go wrong)   About Dr. Nathan Goodyear (from the episode): Medical Director at Williams Cancer Institute. Board certified MD (originally OBGYN/pelvic floor surgeon) with a long-standing focus on integrative medicine and oncology. Author and educator who emphasizes evidence-aware, patient-centered approaches. Connect with Dr. Goodyear here: Website: https://www.docgoodyear.com/ LinkTree: https://tr.ee/r2hxquDcF0 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Prescribedpodcast/videos   Important: This episode is for educational conversation only and is not medical advice. Always consult your physician before making changes to your care. Subscribe for more conversations on health, performance, and the ideas that challenge “normal.” - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwDm5SaqG6k33EbijfiGqdw

    48 min

  8. 12/11/2025

    [Ep 36] AI Won’t Wait: Skills You Need So You Don’t Get Left Behind | Eric Steigelfest

    Is AI about to replace your job—or finally unlock your real potential? In this episode of Performance Driven Living, Mark Young sits down with Eric Steigelfest, co-founder & CEO of PurePlay, an AI-powered media intelligence platform, to talk about what actually happens to work, education, and advertising when bots can do almost everything faster than humans.   They dig into the uncomfortable questions most people avoid:   What do humans really do when AI can write, design, analyze, and even media-buy better than entire teams? Why Mark believes the smart are getting smarter and the checked-out are getting left behind How AI can either create brain atrophy… or feel like a real-life “limitless pill,” depending on how you use it Why degrees and traditional education may not matter the way they used to The new skill gap: prompt engineering, critical thinking, and the human relationship advantage   Eric breaks down how his world of AI-driven ad tech is changing media buying, creative testing, and performance marketing—while Mark pushes on the deeper human side: purpose, meaningful work, and what happens when 10 jobs collapse into one AI-augmented role.   If you’re a marketer, founder, agency owner, or just trying not to get steamrolled by the next wave of AI, this conversation will challenge how you think about:   ChatGPT and other AI tools as collaborators, not just “tools” Why “busy work” is dying and thinking work is finally king How to stay relevant when everything that can be automated, will be   Listen if you’ve ever wondered: “Where do I still have an edge when AI is everywhere?”   Connect with Eric Search “PurePlay AI” to learn more about his AI-powered media intelligence work and platform. https://www.pureplay.ai/  Watch more episodes & subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u2l4CI1X1q4&t=1426s  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/performancedrivenliving_/?hl=en

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Age Defiantly is a podcast for high-performing adults who refuse to accept decline as a normal part of aging. Hosted by Mark Young, the show explores health, longevity, performance, and mindset through evidence-based conversations with credible experts and practitioners. Each episode focuses on understanding what actually works, why it works, and how to apply it in real life. This podcast is for entrepreneurs, executives, professionals, and driven individuals who believe health is the foundation of everything else: leadership, relationships, purpose, and long-term success. No hype. No trends. Just honest conversations, clear thinking, and practical frameworks to help you live with more strength, clarity, and intention for decades to come.

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  • Creator
    Mark Young
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    46
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