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This US election was a source of stress for 52% of American adults according to the American Psychological Association. There have been multiple reports of election-related fears arising on therapists’ couches as never before, along with anecdotes of relationships damaged by political disagreement. (Taken from The Guardian). So whoever you voted for, based on the above figures you may not have feeling quite so much energy, vitality and motivation over the past few days. So when Zestology friend of the show, yogi and adventurer Lucy McCarthy and I met yesterday, the original plan kind of went out the window.  This isn't a trump-bashing podcast. I'm fully aware that some listeners may have voted for him. It's more about how we deal with the extraordinary stimulation and fear levels that many of us have experienced over the past few weeks, and are still experiencing now. After election stress, we move on to lighter, and more enjoyable topics including voyaging 

Today's podcast guest has such unusual advice I had to put a disclaimer on it. All material on this podcast is provided for information only and may not be construed as medical advice or instruction. No action should be taken based solely on the contents of this podcast; readers and listeners should consult appropriate health professionals on any matter relating to their health and wellbeing. So that's that out of the way. Raw Paleo's Melissa Henig is great fun, and has some very unusual dietary habits. I met her recently in California and she is great fun. She is a Health and Beauty Lifestyle Coach, and the author of the book Raw Paleo.  She says Raw Paleo foods are powerful medicine. In this podcast, she has a tough job convincing me! She's also into Paleo lifestyle factors such as sunlight, earthing, water treatments, detox, correct breathing, natural movement, and relaxation practices. You'll enjoy today's podcast a lot - even if she may not convince you (or me) to eat what she does.

Next time on Zestology:  You won't believe what my guest eats. It's going to take me a lot to get convinced on this diet! But it's good for you. Research has proven that Raw Paleo foods are powerful medicine.  To further improve her clients’ wellness, Melissa Henig’s coaching program includes Paleo lifestyle factors such as sunlight, earthing, water treatments, detox, correct breathing, natural movement, and relaxation practices.  

So I was in California recently. I got to record a few podcasts, not least with Zestology regular The Life Stylist Luke Storey. Here's what happened when we went to the beach in Santa Barbara and recorded a podcast, joined by our good mate Ryan Carter. Includes:  A simple hack to make your fridge totally awesome. (Don't pretend you're not intrigued by this!) Luke Storey is well known as a stylist, appearing regularly on MTV and VH1 and working with top names like Kanye West, Marilyn Manson, Foo Fighters, Kim Kardashian and many more. But he's also a biohacker, experimenter, coach and he is now becoming as famous for this as for his styling work.  So as always, there was a lot to talk about.

Next time on Zestology: I am roadtripping, biohacking, and experimenting in California. And on our roadtrip, I got to record a few podcasts, not least with Zestology regular The Life Stylist Luke Storey. Includes:  The benefits of (naked!) sun exposure How to feel ten years younger  A simple hack to make your fridge totally awesome. That's next time on Zestology  

Hacking jet lag, sleep quality and (yes) hangovers at the Bulletproof Biohacking Conference #86 You are in the right place for the most innovative, unusual and downright crazy hacks for better performance. Today we are hacking Jet lag Sleep quality Alcohol (and hangovers) We are in LA for the Bulletproof Biohacking Conference. Some of the world's top biohackers all in one place. And we organised a pre-conference Zestology podcast party, where I got to ask some of the world's best how to hack their energy, vitality and motivation levels. The weekend was an awesome chance to try out some interesting, unusual, and downright crazy hacks for energy. If you are interested in some of the stuff in the pics, and a lot more, listen on. Also. This podcast features an in-depth look at no hangover wine. There are more biohacking pics on the site - tonywrighton.com/zestology

Next time on Zestology: This podcast was recorded live on the scene in LA, at the Bulletproof Biohacking Conference. Together with the Bulletproof UK crew, we organised a pre-conference Zestology podcast party, where I got to ask some of the world's best how to hack their energy, vitality and motivation levels. Includes hacking Alcohol Jet lag Sleep That's next time on Zestology

Uri Geller has had an astonishing amount of press and publicity over the years. He's been on primetime TV and front page news for bending spoons, paranormal experiments, influencing football matches, being best mates with Michael Jackson and all sorts of other psychic shenanigans. Now he speaks at huge consciousness conferences and energy events around the world. Hmmm - energy - well, that got me thinking about getting him on Zestology. I first interviewed Uri 16 years ago when I was a radio presenter on Atlantic 252. I spoke to him a few times over the years, but we'd lost touch until I contacted him recently and asked him to come on the podcast. This might be one of the more controversial podcasts I've recorded so far. Why? Well, because it's Uri really. Some love him and some don't. But prepare for a fascinating, interesting and fun journey on Zestology today. If you're sceptical about Uri, that's cool, rest assured I ask him about all the negative publicity he's received over the years. I don't let him

Next time on Zestology: Uri Geller has been in the public eye for decades. Now he speaks at huge consciousness conferences and energy events around the world. Hmmm - energy - well, that got me thinking about getting him on Zestology. And... guess what, it turns out Uri still bends spoons. So grab a spoon, and get listening to the wonderful Uri Geller on Zestology, next time.

Recently, I've been enjoying going back and inviting some of the very best Zestology guests on again to catch up and see what they've been up to since the last time. Derek Loudermilk has been up to some serious adventures (scroll down for pics). And that's cool, because he hosts The Art of Adventure podcast. In fact I was on Derek's podcast previously... episode 43 if you want to check that out. Coming up: How to use adventure to make better decisions, How to listen to your animal body, The way to use state management And why becoming a super connector might be a good idea. This podcast is brought to you by Bulletproof Coffee and supplements. Bulletproof is for anyone that wants to perform better, and features supplements and products based on 20 years of mind and body performance research. I use Bulletproof - all the time - and I've sorted a 10% discount for Zestology listeners. Simply use the code ZESTOLOGY at checkout. (Code works in both US and UK/Europe stores).

Next time on Zestology: Adventurer Derek Loudermilk is back, and you'll hear: How to use adventure to make better decisions, How to listen to your animal body, The way to use state management And why becoming a super connector might be a good idea.

How to improve your focus with leading performance coach Karl Morris #83 According to scientists, we are surrounded by so much technology these days, even a goldfish can now focus on something for longer than a human. Researchers surveyed 2,000 participants, and the results showed the average human attention span has fallen from 12 seconds in 2000, or around the time the mobile revolution began, to eight seconds. Goldfish, meanwhile, are believed to have an attention span of nine seconds. Yeh, we need to do something about this. When I spoke to my friend Karl Morris on Zestology a while back, it got a big response. He's a leading performance coach in the world of sport and kind of a big deal (though he'd be far too modest to admit that himself). Last time we looked at designing a good day, and asked the question, 'What does a good day look like'. So we've gone in for more good days, more staying in the present and more what Karl calls Neutral Thinking.  It all adds up to improving your focus and attention. Ho

Next time on Zestology: When I spoke to my friend Karl Morris on Zestology a while back, it got a big response. He's a leading performance coach in the world of sport and kind of a big deal (though he'd be far too modest to admit that himself). Last time we looked at designing a good day, and asked the question, 'What does a good day look like'. So we've gone in for more good days, more staying in the present and more what Karl calls Neutral Thinking.  It all adds up to improving your focus and attention.

Natasha Corrett is one of the UK's best known chefs and healthy eaters. She's got a ridic amount of followers on Insta/Facebook/Twitter etc, but despite all the press she's done and her huge profile, when she met me, it was the first podcast interview she's ever done. And it was a good one too - very revealing. I came with at least two things that I'm changing straightaway. One of them, randomly, doesn't involve cooking but high-tech fire alarms. Nice one Natasha and thank you.  When you listen to the podcast, you'll also hear Natasha and I talking about her, Jamie Oliver, and a very large mushroom. Click here to see the outrageous shroom pic.

Next Time: Honestly Healthy's Natasha Corrett with her first podcast interview... ever. Healthy food doesn't have to be boring, and nor does life. So listen out for this interview with Natasha, next time on Zestology.

Coming up: one of the most emotional stories I've had on Zestology. Gemma Oaten is a well-known actress here in the UK, rising to fame on Emmerdale. (Try explaining the appeal of Emmerdale to an American!) Behind her rise though was an almost unbelievable tale of triumph over adversity. She has had it rough. Gemma was only 10 when she first became ill after negative comments at school affected her self esteem. And from there it was a downhill spiral into an eating disorder. Today on Zestology, Gemma's story of how she nearly lost it all and before getting back to full health and fulfilling her dreams.

Next time on Zestology: Gemma Oaten was only 10 when she first became ill after negative comments at school affected her self esteem. And from there it was a downhill spiral. She's faced unbelievable adversity on her journey to becoming a successful actress. And a wonderful person who's great to hang out with.

The Sleep Doctor - with Dr. Michael Breus #80 How do you sleep? I thought I knew most of the important stuff about sleep, morning routines, and caffeine, but I just interviewed Dr. Oz's sleep doctor specialist, Dr Michael Breus, and he told me some stuff that blew my mind.  I'm actually writing this with a cup of coffee by my side, and I've changed my morning routine (and coffee routine) because of the information I learnt from Dr. Breus. He's seriously well qualified. In addition to his private practice where he treats athletes, celebrities, and the like, he also "trains other sleep doctors and consults with major airlines, hotel chains, and retailers to provide the optimum sleep experience for their customers." So if you're interested in improving your sleep, and therefore performance and energy levels - listen to today's Zestology.

Next time on Zestology: Dr Breus is a legendary sleep doc and is seriously well qualified. In addition to his private practice where he treats athletes, celebrities, and the like, he also "trains other sleep doctors." That'll do for me. That's next time on Zestology.  

Sascha Kindred has taken part in every Paralympics since Atlanta (yes in the mid 90s). He's got gold medals galore, and all that despite a doctor originally telling him and his family that he would never walk in his life. Coming up: How Sascha overcame adversity to get where he is. The special light-based alarm clock Sascha uses to help him wake up in the morning. Preparation is key, without that he feels lost. His silver medals mean more to him than gold. (Why??) The Queen made a very embarrassing gaffe the first time Sascha met her. (Yes, he's met her multiple times...) If you like to get motivated by the best, then do listen to today's podcast... Sascha is a very straightforward guy with so much to inspire us with.