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Every long episode from Rich Roll, read in minutes: the key takeaways, the chapters, and a digest of the whole conversation. Thanks for stopping by! I used to be an unhealthy corporate lawyer. At 40 I decided to change my life. I switched to a 100% plant-based diet, lost 50 pounds and started exploring human potential across a spectrum mind/body/spirit disciplines: ultra-endurance, wellness, nutrition,…

Recovering Alcoholic Breaks Down Tiger Wood's Behavior

Addiction obliterates rationality, making the behavior of high-achievers like Tiger Woods understandable through the lens of unhealed childhood wounds and transactional love, leading to self-sabotage.

April 2, 2026

Neuroscientist Warns: These Daily Habits Are Raising Your Dementia Risk

Neuroscientist Dr. Tommy Wood explains that 45-70% of dementias are preventable through lifestyle changes, emphasizing the 3S model (Stimulus, Supply, Support) for brain health.

March 23, 2026

Recovering Alcoholic Breaks Down Shia LaBeouf’s Recent Behavior

Insights on addiction and recovery, using Shia LaBeouf's behavior as a case study to illustrate the importance of action over words and the challenges of self-will vs. surrender.

March 12, 2026

How I Rebuilt My Life By Rewiring My Obsession

A former Wall Street trader and master athlete shares his journey of overcoming addiction and trauma by confronting his obsessive nature and learning to prioritize self-healing over external validation.

March 9, 2026