The Optimal Life

447. Sarma Melngailis :: Overcoming Psychological Abuse to Rebuild Anew

Sarma Melngailis is a chef, author and businesswoman who founded the popular New York City restaurants, 'Pure Food and Wine' and 'One Lucky Duck Juice and Takeaway,' which were plagued by financial scandal as documented in the Netlfix series, "Bad Vegan."   Purchase Sarma's new book, "The Girl with the Duck Tattoo: A Memoir." You can Buy Me A Coffee to help support our podcast https://buymeacoffee.com/natehaber

446. Michael Chernow :: It Starts with the Man in the Mirror

Michael Chernow is an entrepreneur, podcaster, coach and athlete who went from drug and alcohol addict to leading a life of health, wellness and impact. Connect with Michael on Instagram @michaelchernow @kreaturesofhabit Learn more at https://kreaturesofhabit.com You can Buy Me A Coffee to help support our podcast https://buymeacoffee.com/natehaber

445. Kash Khan :: The Ultimate Biohacking Conversation

Kash Khan is a longevity expert, coach and author of "The DNA Way." Connect with Kash on Instagram @kashkhanofficial You can Buy Me A Coffee to help support our podcast https://buymeacoffee.com/natehaber

444. Claudia Rowe :: America's Flawed Foster Care System

Claudia Rowe is an award-winning, investigative journalist who authored the book, "Wards of the State: The Long Shadow of American Foster Care," which highlights the foster care-to-prison pipeline and the urgent need for reform. You can Buy Me A Coffee to help support our podcast https://buymeacoffee.com/natehaber

443. Vivek Ramaswamy :: Taking Ohio from Rust Belt to Platinum Belt

Vivek Ramaswamy is an American business leader, bestselling author and the 2026 Republican gubernatorial candidate for the State of Ohio. Learn more at https://vivekforohio.org You can Buy Me A Coffee to help support our podcast https://buymeacoffee.com/natehaber