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What if the air you breathe every day is silently draining your focus, energy, and mood? In this episode of the Kwik Brain Podcast, I sit down with air quality and disaster recovery expert Michael Feldstein, founder of Jaspr, to reveal the invisible link between the air in your home and the health of your brain. Most people don’t realize that indoor air can be up to 10 times more polluted than the air outside, and we spend nearly 95% of our lives indoors. From toxic cleaning products and mold to microplastics and synthetic fragrances, hidden pollutants can quietly sabotage your sleep, memory, and motivation. Michael and I break down: -How poor air quality affects brain function, sleep, and mood -The hidden toxins floating through most homes (and what to do about them) -Five simple, science backed ways to improve your air starting today -Why clean air is one of the most powerful brain performance tools you are not using By the end of this episode, you will understand how to protect your brain and your family from invisible threats, and why clean air might be the ultimate biohack for focus, longevity, and peace of mind. / / / Ready to upgrade your brain? / / / Choose your own adventure. Below are the best places to start: >>> Limitless Live: Metal Mastery Retreat >>> Master Exceptional Memory Skills in 31 Days >>> Discover Your Unique KWIK BRAIN C.O.D.E To Activate Your Genius >>> Unlock New Levels of Cognitive Performance Take your first step by choosing one of the options above, and you will find everything you need to ignite your brilliant brain and unlock your exceptional life, allowing you to achieve and surpass all of your personal and professional goals. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How many times have you met someone new, only to forget their name a minute later? Or finished reading a page, realizing you can’t remember a single word you just read?  You don't have a bad memory. You just haven't been using it the way it was designed. In this episode of the Kwik Brain podcast, Jim reveals a simple yet powerful technique proven by research to increase memory recall by up to 76%. You’ll learn how to turn names, facts, and information into unforgettable images using visualization and association, so you can finally remember what matters most. Jim also breaks down why traditional repetition and rote memorization don’t work, what your brain actually needs to retain information long-term, and how to apply this method to everything from studying and presentations to everyday conversations. By the end, you’ll have a step-by-step system to strengthen your memory, sharpen your focus, and rebuild the confidence that comes from trusting your brain again. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What if you could download decades of wisdom in just days? In this special episode Jim shares 24 of his favorite books from the past 24 months. Each book is a key that unlocks a new level of your potential, productivity, and purpose. From brain health and breathwork to self-worth, habits, communication, memory, and more — Jim gives you a rapid-fire summary and one powerful takeaway from each book that could transform the way you think, learn, and live. Whether you're looking to level up your mindset, learn faster, or just find your next great read, this episode is packed with insights to upgrade your brain and your life. / / / Are you ready to take the next step on your brain optimization journey? / / / Choose your own adventure. Below are the best places to start: >>> Kwik Success >>> Join Limitless Live 2025 in San Diego 8-10 December >>> Discover Your Unique KWIK BRAIN C.O.D.E To Activate Your Genius Take your first step by choosing one of the options above, and you will find everything you need to ignite your brilliant brain and unlock your exceptional life, allowing you to achieve and surpass all of your personal and professional goals. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What if one small decision is quietly draining your focus, dulling your memory, and wrecking your sleep? In this conversation, Jim sits down with James Swanwick, former ESPN anchor turned brain health advocate and author of CLEAR, to unpack how alcohol changes your brain and what to do about it. You’ll learn why even “just one drink a night” can deteriorate grey and white matter, how cultural conditioning keeps high performers stuck, and a simple identity and mindset shift that makes an alcohol-free life feel like freedom rather than deprivation. James shares quick scripts for social pressure, easy ritual swaps that reduce cravings, a nutrition and supplement list that supports neurotransmitters, and a plan to experience more clarity, deeper sleep, and better decision making. By the end, you’ll have a science-backed plan to protect your most valuable asset: your brain. / / / Ready to upgrade your brain? / / / Choose your own adventure. Below are the best places to start: >>> Limitless Live: Metal Mastery Retreat >>> 21 Days of the World's Best Thinking Program >>> Discover Your Unique KWIK BRAIN C.O.D.E To Activate Your Genius >>> Unlock New Levels of Cognitive Performance Take your first step by choosing one of the options above, and you will find everything you need to ignite your brilliant brain and unlock your exceptional life, allowing you to achieve and surpass all of your personal and professional goals. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this powerful and practical episode, recorded live at a major biohacking conference, Jim sits down with longevity and health optimization expert Kayla Barnes to dive deep into the science of building a better brain.  They explore everything from the basics—like sleep, food, movement, and stress reduction—to advanced biohacking tools and tests for optimizing cognitive performance and long-term brain health. Kayla shares her personal routines, supplement strategies, and the exact diagnostics she uses to track biological age, brain function, gut health, and toxic load. You’ll learn why sleep is your brain’s ultimate detox system, how to fuel your body with nutrient-dense and why alcohol, stress, and blood sugar spikes could be silently sabotaging your mental clarity. The conversation also covers cutting-edge technologies and meditation tools. Whether you're just starting out or already deep in the world of biohacking, this episode is packed with actionable insights and tools to help you boost your brainpower, increase energy, and live longer—starting today. / / / Are you ready to take the next step on your brain optimization journey? / / / Choose your own adventure. Below are the best places to start: >>> Join Limitless Live 2025 in San Diego 8-10 December >>> Discover Your Unique KWIK BRAIN C.O.D.E To Activate Your Genius Take your first step by choosing one of the options above, and you will find everything you need to ignite your brilliant brain and unlock your exceptional life, allowing you to achieve and surpass all of your personal and professional goals. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.