Episodes

I sat down with pediatric surgeon Dr. Evan Nadler to talk childhood obesity, why it is not a moral failure, and what actually works when diet and willpower have done absolutely nothing but make everyone feel like crap.

I sat down with muscular therapist Julie Donnelly to talk about why your x-rays look perfect, your doctor shrugs, and your body still hurts like hell, and spoiler alert, your muscles have been the problem child this whole time. If you’ve been told it is just aging, arthritis, or “learn to live with…

I sat down with Dr. Zeest Khan, a heart and lung anesthesiologist who went from running an OR to barely making it to her car — and now lives with long COVID while helping other people navigate it without the medical B.S.

I brought Len May back to talk about how he went from “pothead kid the cops kicked out” to building a DNA platform that helps doctors actually tailor meds, hormones, and health plans to real people instead of imaginary averages. We talk ADHD as a superpower, antidepressants that spark suicidal thou…

Most of us still think about DNA like a CSI tool, but Len May breaks down how genetics, epigenetics, and AI can actually guide everyday decisions about stress, inflammation, and long‑term health. We talk about DNA as your personal GPS, why your lifestyle can flip genetic “switches” on or off, and h…

I continue my conversation with Caroline Kreiger, who shares her journey through health challenges stemming from her pursuit of perfect wellness. We discuss her recovery following a health crisis and her transformative move to Spain. Caroline emphasizes the importance of individual health paths and…

If the word “hypnosis” makes you think of people clucking like chickens on stage, this episode is going to reframe that. I sit down with hypnotherapist and mindset coach Craig Meriwether to unpack what therapeutic hypnosis really looks like in the context of modern mental health and wellness. We ta…

My conversation with Carlijn digs into the parts of her story most interviews skip: what life was like before she lost her period and how slow and sneaky her symptoms really were. She shares how stress, overstudying, isolation, and “doing everything right” added up to hormonal collapse. We also exp…

I invited Lisa on because she’s lived the diet rollercoaster and then did the homework to figure out what actually works long term. We dig into why clean eating alone doesn’t guarantee fat loss, how tracking reveals hidden calories, and how to build habits that fit travel, family, stress, and every…

I sit down with Dr. Kevin Smith, a chiropractor and functional medicine practitioner, to unpack what functional medicine really is and how it’s different from the quick “there’s a pill for that” approach. We dig into lab testing, supplement quality, and why chasing symptoms keeps so many of us stuc…

In this episode, I break down fresh research on intermittent fasting, “boring” repeat meals, and why your sleep schedule might matter more than your step count. We also dig into how traffic noise, blood pressure, cholesterol, and daily movement all tie into heart and brain health as you age.

Diana Feinstein breaks down why we fall to the level of our habits 95% of the time and how a 10‑minute lifestyle audit can show you exactly where your energy, aches, and stress are really coming from. We also get into muscle vs fat, aging hormones, and why consistency beats “go big or go home” ever…

I talk with Jana Jamail, the self-described neuro-nutrition “unicorn,” about what happens when your labs look normal but you still feel like garbage. We get into leaky gut, hidden gut imbalances, and the lab tests and simple food tweaks that can help when your doctor keeps saying, “Everything looks…

Sarah comes back on the show to unpack what a functional medicine nutritionist actually does, from reading bloodwork differently to mapping out the “web of dysfunction” in your body. We get into everyday stuff like poor sleep, constant fatigue, gut issues, and why quick fixes, pills, and injections…

This conversation is part one of Sarah’s story and focuses on her personal health crash, misdiagnoses, near-death experiences with treatments, and the emotional toll of being dismissed by the medical system. We end with the hope: she did come out the other side, and that journey is exactly why she …

I’m breaking down fresh research on inactivity, ultra‑processed diets, and LDL confusion in plain English, with zero wellness fluff. You’ll hear how boxes, bags, and drive‑thrus raise your risk, what new reports say about warning labels and lawsuits, and a few simple questions to ask your doctor so…

I bring back performance and health strategist Diana Feinstein from MaxPact Health to unpack why so many of us say “I know what to do, I’m just not doing it.” We talk about unwritten scripts, defining a personal North Star, and why the old “eat less, move more, try harder” playbook falls apart in m…

Uncle Marv breaks down headlines on GLP‑1 weight‑loss shots, rising nutrition training in medical schools, and declining trust in major health agencies. He also digs into AI chatbots and mental health, hidden chemicals in our food, biological age and brain health, and new research on keto plus exer…

Uncle Marv shares a rapid-fire health and wellness roundup for people juggling work, family, and real life. He covers a major heart disease forecast for women, a dangerous salmonella outbreak linked to Moringa supplements, caregiver burnout, diet and sleep apnea, and GLP-1 weight loss risks for bon…

This is your reminder that small, consistent choices still matter more than trendy hacks. Marv connects exercise, food, and screen habits into one simple, doable framework for feeling sharper, calmer, and healthier.​

Feeling drained by dating apps or Valentine’s Day expectations? This episode breaks down what new research says about anxiety, depression, and burnout from ghosting, swiping, and situationships—and what you can actually do about it. You’ll also get quick-hit updates on relationship rituals, group e…

What if in the middle of your divorce, grief, or worst decisions, you’re actually right where you’re supposed to be? In this episode of Uncle Marv’s Unhealthy Podcast, Marv sits down with tech friend Nancy Henriquez for a heartfelt part three conversation on grief, spirituality, and the unexpected …

Marv and returning guest Nancy Henriquez dive into what it really looks like to hold life, business, grief, and mental health together without pretending everything is fine. They start with the pressure to “keep working” while life is falling apart—sick parents, kids, clients, and constant tech-wor…

If you’ve ever questioned who you are without your job, your image, or your coping mechanisms, this episode is for you. Nancy and Uncle Marv explore the emotional and physical reality of laser tattoo removal, including the pain, the healing, and the judgment from others when you change. They also t…