1st Optimal Podcast
1st Optimal Podcast is your premier destination for exploring peak performance and optimal health. We unite thought leaders and innovators—inviting top researchers, coaches, medical professionals, and entrepreneurs to share actionable strategies that elevate every aspect of life. Tailored for high achievers committed to self-optimization, helping set new standards of excellence. Our mission is simple: Optimize You, Uplift Others.
Episodes
Burnout isn't a badge of honor.
In this episode of the 1st Optimal Podcast, host Joe Miller sits down with nutrition coach and stress recovery consultant Anna Smirnova to unpack the real reasons so many high-performing professionals feel drained, foggy, and burnt out—despite doing “all the right things.”
Her method? No crash diets. No guilt. Just practical, science-backed strategies for people who expect a lo...
In our upcoming episode of the 1st Optimal Podcast, host Joe Miller sits down with hormone health expert DJ Madson to discuss women’s health, the benefits of functional medicine, and signs primary care doctors often miss.
From misunderstood hormone markers like free testosterone to the impact of gut health and HRT, this is an episode you won’t want to miss!
Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/4kaAdgubeiw
00:00 – Introductio...
Tired of feeling off and not knowing why? This episode is for YOU.
Hormone shifts during perimenopause can feel like a rollercoaster — weight gain, brain fog, low energy, mood swings. But the good news? You’re not broken. And you’re not alone.
🎙️ On this week’s episode of the 1st Optimal Podcast, we sat down with Anastasi Bennett, a Perimenopause Health Coach who’s changing the game for women 35+.
We tal...
Struggling with stubborn weight, low energy, or mood swings during perimenopause or menopause? You’re not alone—and there is a better way. 💪
In this powerful episode of the 1st Optimal Podcast, host Joe dives deep with certified health coach Jane Burnette, a 1st Optimal Coaching Partner who specializes in guiding women through midlife transitions with evidence-based strategies that address hormone imbalance, fatigue, slee...
What does it really take to think, live, and perform like an Olympian?
In this powerful episode of the 1st Optimal Podcast, we sit down with Jake Herbert — Olympic wrestler, NCAA champion, and mindset coach — to unpack the high-performance habits, mental frameworks, and daily disciplines that helped him reach the world’s biggest stage.
Whether you're an entrepreneur, a father, a competitive athlete, or someon...
🎙️ Unlocking Peak Performance with Dr. Michael MacPherson | 1st Optimal Podcast
Join us on the latest episode of the 1st Optimal Podcast as we delve into the science and application of Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) Training with renowned sport scientist Dr. Michael MacPherson, PhD, CSCS. With a rich background in health sciences and sports medicine, Dr. MacPherson brings a wealth of knowledge on optimizing athletic perform...
We’re thrilled to welcome Nathalia Melo — Ms. Olympia Champion and leading women’s health expert — to the latest episode of the 1st Optimal Podcast! 🔥
In this powerful conversation, Nathalia breaks down a holistic approach to women's health, covering everything from:
👉 Science-backed fitness and training strategies for real women
👉 Navigating hormonal shifts and metabolism in your 30s, 40s & beyond
👉 The criti...
In this deeply personal and eye-opening episode of the 1st Optimal Podcast, we dive into an unfiltered conversation with our guest Kolton Lukes who shares his remarkable journey from a challenging childhood to serving in the military and becoming a respected coach and voice in the health and fitness space—all while navigating life with cerebral palsy. The group also tackles some of today’s most controversial health topics, social m...
Adam Lamb ( @Adamlamb33 ) on Testosterone, Parenting, Performance, and Purpose
00:00 - Intro: Misconceptions about Low Testosterone & Alpha Males
01:35 - Morning chat: Germs from Jiu-Jitsu & Gross Realities of Grappling
04:20 - Chest Hair, Beards & BJJ: Mediterranean Grappling Culture
06:15 - Meet Adam Lamb: From Michigan to Nationwide Telehealth
07:45 - Adam’s Personal Low T Story at Age 20
In this episode, the group engages in an insightful discussion with guest Edin Sehovic @evidencenutrition and @Scientificsnitch covering a wide range of topics related to nutrition, scientific literacy, and debunking common health myths. They dive into misconceptions about fiber intake, diabetes, cholesterol, and food safety while emphasizing the importance of critical thinking in scientific research.
Key Discussion Po...
In this episode of the 1st Optimal Podcast, we’re diving deep into elite performance, combat sports training, and strength development with Coach Eli Coffey, a powerhouse in BJJ, MMA, powerlifting, and bodybuilding. Joined by Mike Catherwood, this conversation unpacks what it takes to train, recover, and perform at the highest level—both mentally and physically.
Coach Eli shares insights from his years of experience traini...
Welcome to the 1st Optimal Podcast! In this episode, we’re thrilled to host Nick "Chewy" Albin—founder of the Chewjitsu Open—one of the most influential figures in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ). With over two decades of training and a decorated competitive career, Chewy shares his journey from white belt to black belt, offering invaluable insights into training smarter, competing harder, and evolving in the ever-changing worl...
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) isn’t just about irregular cycles—it’s a full-body metabolic disorder linked to insulin resistance, inflammation, and long-term health risks. In this episode, we dive deep into how GLP-1 receptor agonists—medications originally designed for diabetes—are now emerging as a powerful tool for PCOS management.
Joining us is Scientific Snitch (Ella), who shares her personal experience living with...
In this powerhouse episode of the 1st Optimal Podcast, we sit down with Davey Maher, a leading Women's Health Expert specializing in peri-menopause, menopause, training, hormones, nutrition, lifestyle management, and BHRT for women over 35.
Joining the discussion are:
🍎 Davey Maher - Menopause weight loss specialist and fitness coach, empowering 3,000+ women to achieve lasting results.
💪 Mike Catherwood – F...
Join us for an insightful and dynamic conversation with Joe Miller, founder of 1st Optimal, alongside Mike Catherwood, and the brilliant Ella, aka The Scientific Snitch. This episode dives deep into the world of health, fitness, and performance, offering expert perspectives from diverse backgrounds.
Topics Covered:
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): Introducing the complexities of PCOS, its metabolic implications,...
Welcome to the 1st Optimal Podcast, where we tackle some of the most pressing and misunderstood topics in men's and women's health and wellness.
Featuring: Joe Miller, Justin Hokams, Scientific Snitch, and Kurt Havens
In this episode, we explore:
Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) and Prostate Health: How is TRT linked to organ health such as the prostate or the heart?
Heart Health and Hormones: Can ...
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