Have you heard of T2? No, not the Terminator — I'm talking about a little-known thyroid hormone that could be an important piece of the conversation around metabolism, energy and feeling better in midlife. In this episode, I'm joined by Dr Amie Hornaman, better known as the Thyroid Fixer, for a fascinating and refreshingly frank conversation about thyroid health, hormones and why so many people continue to struggle despite being told their blood test results are normal.

We get into thyropause and what happens when thyroid problems collide with perimenopause, menopause and the hormonal changes that affect men as they get older. Amie explains why she believes the often-overlooked thyroid hormone T2 deserves more attention, why T4 doesn't always convert efficiently into active T3, and how thyroid function may be connected to symptoms such as fatigue, weight changes, brain fog and low energy. We also explore testosterone in both men and women, and why the conversation about hormones needs to go well beyond sex drive and muscle mass.

I throw plenty of questions at Amie, covering hormone testing, replacement therapy, finding the right practitioner and becoming a better advocate for your own health. If you've ever been told that everything looks fine when you know something isn't right, I think you'll find this episode particularly interesting. I certainly came away with plenty to think about — and an actionable next step of my own!

In this episode, we cover:

• The forgotten thyroid hormone, T2: What it is and why it's attracting interest in discussions about metabolism and energy.

• Thyropause explained: The relationship between thyroid health, perimenopause, menopause and age-related hormonal changes.

• When your blood tests look normal: Why persistent symptoms may deserve further investigation and a conversation with your healthcare professional.

• Testosterone beyond sex drive: Why we discuss its potential role in health and wellbeing for both men and women.

• Hormone testing and replacement: What Amie says about personalised treatment, monitoring and finding a suitably qualified practitioner.

• Becoming your own health advocate: How to ask better questions and take a more active role in understanding your thyroid and hormones.

This episode is for information and discussion only and is not a substitute for individual medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before changing medication or starting hormone treatment or supplements.

Visit www.dramie.com

I have a lot of conversations IRL about peptides. What about you?

What if peptides could change the way we think about healing, recovery, muscle, health and longevity?

I'm joined by Jay Campbell, a six-time international bestselling author and leading authority on hormones, peptides, health optimisation and human longevity.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Jay's incredible last 14 days (this has to be heard to be believed!)
• How peptides may support healing, recovery, muscle and longevity
• GLP-1 peptides, metabolic health and fat loss
• The connection between oral health, inflammation and overall wellbeing
• Why peptide quality, testing and batch traceability matter
• Muscle, healthy ageing and the future of personalised longevity

It's a conversation that takes us from biological dentistry and biohacking to peptides, muscle, recovery and the future of longevity.

Check out Jay Campbell www.jaycampbell.com

Dr. Gabor Maté on Addiction, Trauma, Parenting, Technology & Finding Your Vitality

What if addiction isn't really about the thing we're addicted to?

In this thought-provoking episode from the vault, I sit down with renowned physician, author and addiction expert Dr. Gabor Maté for a wide-ranging conversation about addiction, trauma, childhood, parenting, technology, consciousness and what it means to live a more vital life.

Gabor challenges the conventional way we think about addiction. He argues that addiction isn't simply about drugs or alcohol — it can involve work, shopping, gambling, sex, pornography, exercise, food, technology and almost any behaviour that provides temporary relief or pleasure but ultimately has negative consequences.

At the heart of his approach is a powerful question: what is the addiction trying to do for you?

Gabor explains how he sees addiction as an attempt to cope with suffering, often rooted in unresolved childhood experiences and trauma. He also talks candidly about his own addictive behaviours and why understanding rather than shaming ourselves can be an important part of change.

The conversation then moves into parenting and childhood trauma, including why children sometimes "act out", the importance of emotional connection, and why discipline doesn't necessarily have to mean punishment.

And remarkably, much of what Gabor says about technology and screen addiction feels even more relevant today. He discusses smartphones, social media, distraction and the danger of using technology as an emotional substitute — particularly for children.

There's also a revealing discussion about consciousness, choice, self-awareness and how we might reconnect with the natural vitality and energy that Gabor believes is already within us.

Recorded several years ago, this is one of my favorite conversations from the podcast — and listening back, it's striking how many of these ideas continue to resonate.

In this episode:
• What addiction really is — and why it isn't just about drugs
• Addiction, trauma and childhood experiences
• Why we develop addictive behaviours
• How shame can make addiction harder to overcome
• Consciousness, choice and personal agency
• Parenting and the emotional needs of children
• Why children "act out"
• Discipline versus punishment
• Technology, smartphones and screen addiction
• Social media and the loss of genuine connection
• How childhood experiences can affect adult behaviour
• Finding your natural energy, creativity and vitality
• Gabor's recommendation for a life-changing book

Dr. Gabor Maté is a physician, author and internationally recognised speaker whose work focuses on addiction, trauma, stress, childhood development and the mind-body connection. He is the author of In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts, Scattered Minds and, with Gordon Neufeld, Hold On to Your Kids.

Visit www.drgabormate.com