Dr Christabelle Yeoh is an integrative medicine physician who also has a master's degree in nutrition. She was a director and past president of the Australasian College of Nutritional and Environmental Medicine (ACNEM) and is an active member of the teaching faculty.
Christabelle practices at Genbiome in Sydney, and her special interests are gut health, brain health and fatigue. She works with her patients to optimise their biophysical and mitochondrial health, digestive function, microbiome and brain performance. Christabelle also owns Mito Core, a cell care clinic with state-of-the-art biohacking tools.
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https://nextpracticehealth.com/locations/nsw-edgecliff/team/dr-christabelle-yeoh
https://www.mitocore.com.au/
Dan Plews is an Applied Sports Scientist, Researcher, coach and educator. As a Sports Scientist, Dan has worked closely with athletes who have won more than 25 world and Olympic titles in the sports of rowing, kayak, and triathlon. More importantly, Dan is a world-renowned HRV expert who has published 54 papers on heart rate variability, functional resistance training, the impact of ketogenic diets, and much more.
Dan is also an absolute weapon in endurance sports. He is the current Ironman Kona Age Group record holder with an incredible time of 8 hours and 24 minutes. He was also the first age grouper ever to break the 8-hour mark in an Ironman, clocking an unbelievable 7:56. And if that’s not enough, he also holds the HYROX Asia-Pacific Age Group record.
LINKS:
https://www.instagram.com/theplews/
https://www.endureiq.com/
Scientific publications: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=ahdFjGMAAAAJ&hl=en
Dr Kien Vuu, widely celebrated as 'Doctor V,' is a beacon of resilience and human potential. His journey from an infant boat refugee to a renowned medical expert and speaker is a story of remarkable triumph. With tenure at UCLA and the National Institutes of Health as an Interventional and Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr V has expanded his expertise to include longevity medicine, human potential, and spirituality. He is the founder of VuuMD Performance and Longevity, advising a diverse clientele including top athletes and Fortune 500 companies. His book, Thrive State, is a guide on how to live a long, healthy life. Dr V appeared in several documentaries on NBC and Netflix and became renowned for his TED Talk, 'You are your best medicine,' which is also the main reason we invited him on the Chief Life podcast.
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This is one of the most raw and inspirational episodes so far. Dr Vuu speaks openly about his struggles and how he overcame hardships in life to become healthy and happy. He outlines the main areas of life to address in order to live in the Thrive State.
Phil Gore is an ultra-marathon runner, a full-time firefighter, a father of four, and a next-level beast from Western Australia. He is a two-time world record holder for the Backyard Ultra, with a previous record of 102 yards in 2023 and currently holding a world record of 119 yards, set in June 2025. That means 119 laps, 6.7km per lap, 791.1 km total distance, run over 4 days and 23 hours!!!!! There's not much time for rest as a new lap starts every hour! Phil has competed in 14 backyard ultras and was the last one standing in 12 of them. Other achievements include: IAU Oceanic Best Performance in the 24-hour ultra - 270.826km achieved in 2024AUTRA Male Ultra Runner of the year in 2022 and 2024AUTRA Bryan Smith Award (Best performance by a male under 60) in 2021 and 2023Links:Instagram: phil.gore.ultrarunnerWe cover:What's the backyard ultra, and how to train for itWhat happens during the race, including physical and mental challengesPushing through limits and overcoming mental barriers Nutrition, sleep, mindset and other winning practices If you struggle with your mindset and motivation, this episode will provide you with tons of mindset tips and inspiration to push through discomfort and achieve epic things.
Dr Joshua Chou specialises in regenerative medicine and space biology. Dr Chou trained at the University of Tokyo and Harvard Medical School and is currently working with the Australian Space Agency to translate cutting-edge technologies such as stem cells, exosomes and bio-manufacturing into real-world health solutions, especially in the area of aging and aging-related disease. His work bridges research and clinical application across the Asia-Pacific region. Gain a firsthand look at how cell and exosome therapies are being applied in Japan’s aging population and the pathways for their introduction in Australia to support brain, immune, and tissue regeneration.
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Whether you are interested in space technologies or trying to age backwards, this episode reveals lots of interesting facts and innovative ideas.
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Sarah Grynberg is a keynote speaker, author, and mindset coach who empowers professional athletes, executives, and business owners to overcome unhelpful thinking and achieve greatness.
She is the creator and host of the podcast A Life of Greatness, where she has interviewed global icons including Matthew McConaughey, Andrew Huberman, Daniel Ricciardo, Geena Davis, Mel Robbins and Esther Perel. Sarah also has a podcast series called Sarah’s Thoughts, a companion program where she speaks about trending, real-world topics, from burnout and boundary-setting to success, self-worth, and the power of perspective. Sarah published a book this year, Living a Life of Greatness: Steps to a Fulfilling Existence, which is full of simple advice on mindset and living a good life.
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahgrynberg/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sarah.grynberg
Website: https://sarahgrynberg.com/
Charley is a Chief Nutrition ambassador and a health coach with a degree in Sport and Exercise Science, specialising in functional blood analysis and gut health. He takes a holistic approach and is passionate about making gut health accessible and easy to understand. His Instagram page, The Gut Health Coach, is a wealth of free knowledge about gut health, nutrition and healthy living. We at Chief HQ love everything Charley stands for.
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Links:
https://www.instagram.com/holisticguthealth/
Dr Anthony Chaffee is famous for his statements such as “We don’t need fibre” and “Plants are trying to kill us”. In this episode, we are putting some of the controversial claims about the carnivore diet to the test.
Dr Chaffee, a medical doctor and former professional rugby player, has spent over two decades researching the link between diet and chronic disease. He believes that many so-called “essential” foods might actually be harming us and that a strict animal-based diet is the key to better health.
We try to clarify some of the biggest controversies:
Plus, we cover practical tips for those considering a carnivore diet, including whether coffee is allowed, how to balance fat and protein, and whether fasting is necessary.
If you're curious about the science and scepticism behind the carnivore diet, this episode is for you!
https://www.instagram.com/anthonychaffeemd/
www.howtocarnivore.com
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-plant-free-md-with-dr-anthony-chaffee/id1614546790
Natalie is an Integrative Psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience at the intersection of mental and metabolic health. She is recognised for speaking out about the effects of nutrition on mental health, especially the ketogenic and carnivore diets.
Natalie is not afraid to call out the big pharma politics and bring awareness to the healing powers of natural living. Her expertise in understanding the conscious and unconscious mind, nervous system regulation, and mind-body connection allows her to teach her clients how to create lasting change by combining psychotherapy methods with lifestyle and nutrition changes.
We’ve heard Natalie speak at several events, including the Regenerate and Carnivore Live, and because we always learn so much from her, we invited her today to share the best brain health tips with you. We chat about:
Efrem is an APA Titled Sports & Exercise Physiotherapist, member of the Australian College of Physiotherapists and the founder of Power Potential. Efrem has over 30 years of experience in private practice and professional sports, including National Teams in both Rugby League and Football. He held head Physiotherapist positions in both NRL and A-League competitions. Efrem's main areas of expertise are in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of sports injuries, movement analysis and exercise prescription.
Power Potential stands for Physiotherapy, Orthopaedics, Wellness, Exercise, and Recovery (P.O.W.E.R.). But this is no ordinary clinic. It's a purpose-built facility and a one-stop shop for Physiotherapy, Exercise Physiology, Recovery, Biohacking and Wellness.
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Ashley is a national representative ice hockey athlete, certified performance nutrition coach and personal trainer who specialises in helping high-performers over 40. With a background in Psychology (BSc, MSc), Ashley combines science-backed strategies with a holistic, sustainable approach to health. She designed an online program, the High Performance Human, to help busy professionals optimise their metabolism, body composition, and mental clarity while still living a demanding life.
This is our most practical episode to date. If you struggle to get fit and lean because you are too busy with your career, you must listen for straightforward advice and a step-by-step guide on how to achieve your goals.
Troy Casey is a former Versace model who turned into a self-proclaimed certified health nut. Troy achieved the body of his dreams at 60 years of age by turning from a diet of espressos, cigarettes and junk food to eating wholefoods, drinking filtered water, regular fasting and biohacking. He worked with Amazonian tribes, studied Vipassana Meditation and Ashtanga Yoga, and collaborated with Paul Chek at the CHEK Institute. His book, #RippedAt50: A Journey to Self Love, has transformed lives worldwide. His vision is a world thriving on clean air, water, soil, and equitable systems.
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In this episode packed with interesting stories, Veronika chats with Troy about his life journey from the toxic modelling world to becoming a health expert, his coaching methods and some unorthodox healing hacks. You will be entertained and learn a lot at the same time about how to turn your health around at any age.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/certifiedhealthnut/
9 Pillars of Health: https://www.Certifiedhealthnut.com/free
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@certifiedhealthnut
The Real Ones community: https://www.certifiedhealthnut.com/therealones-sign-up
Jabe Brown is a functional medicine practitioner and founder of Melbourne Functional Medicine. Jabe holds a Master of Science in Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine and stays at the forefront of the latest health research through ongoing training at The Institute for Functional Medicine.
This episode is all about chronic systemic inflammation. We discuss:
Did you know that chronic inflammation affects your physical health, mental wellbeing and performance and is linked to all 'new age' diseases such as Type 2 Diabetes? This episode is a practical guide on how to prevent and treat inflammation throughout your life.
Links:
https://mfm.au/
https://www.instagram.com/melbournefxmed/
In this episode of Chief Life, I sit down with our ambassador, Rob Downton (aka Bobby Dee), to find out what it really takes to be a hybrid athlete. Rob's stats are impressive. He can deadlift 310kg, squat 250kg and also run 100 miles in under 24 hours. He took 2023 2nd place (22 hrs) Kokoda Ultramarathon in PNG.
Rob is a elite performer; he’s also a chiropractor, a special forces veteran, a performance coach, and a gym owner. Over the years, he has experimented with nearly every diet available, including vegan, vegetarian, low-carb, keto, omnivore, carnivore and now a heavily meat-based omnivore approach.
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If you’re looking for real-world insights on training, nutrition, and performance from someone who’s tested it all, this episode is a must-listen!
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https://www.instagram.com/rawstrengthandconditioning/
https://www.rawstrengthandconditioning.com/
Anthony Phaèsse has been a personal trainer for well over two decades, helping women over forty transform their bodies by restoring hormonal balance through targeted lifestyle interventions. His Lean Seven program combines science-based training, tailored nutrition, and mindset coaching to create lasting, sustainable change.
Veronika and Anthony had an in-depth conversation about the carnivore diet and how it should be applied differently depending on your goals. They discussed nutrition for athletic performance and how to change your body composition at any age. This episode involves lots of myth-busting and thought-provoking statements and tons of practical tips for athletes and for anyone just trying to be fit and lean.
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Whether you are a top-performing athlete or just trying to get in shape, you will get a lot out of this episode. All the learning, practical advice and food for thought will leave you inspired and motivated.
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Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theleanseven/
Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@Anthony_Phaesse
Website https://leanseven.com.au/
Dr. Christine Houghton is a Registered Nutritionist and thought leader in Nutritional and Nutrigenomic Medicine. Her career spans several decades in clinical practice and research. Dr. Houghton holds a PhD in Nutrigenomics, a BSc in Biochemistry from the University of Queensland, and a Graduate Diploma in Human Nutrition from Deakin University.
She is the Founder and Chief Scientific Officer of Cell-Logic, a company pioneering the clinical application of nutrigenomic science through evidence-based nutraceuticals and practitioner education. Christine is also the Founder and Faculty Head of the Institute for Nutrigenomic Medicine and author of the book Switched On - Embracing the Science of Nutrigenomic Medicine.
She is a member of the Nutrition Society of Australia (NSA), ACNEM, AIMA, and the International Society of Nutrigenomics and Nutrigenetics (ISNN).
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If you struggle to achieve your health and fitness goals and can't figure out why, this episode is for you. You will discover how your genes can make everything a little bit harder for you and what to do about it.
Cel- Logic: https://cell-logic.com.au/our-executive-team/dr-christine-houghton/
GEMM: https://cell-logic.com.au/our-executive-team/dr-christine-houghton/
In this episode, Charlie Arnott joins guest host Brock Hatton to discuss the evolution of regenerative agriculture, the challenges of land management, and the deep connection between soil, health, and humanity. Together, they explore the journey of moving away from conventional farming to a more sustainable and ethical model. Regenerative farming supports environmental resilience, nutrient-dense food, and healthy communities. Expect candid reflections, practical insights, and a powerful reminder of nature’s role as our greatest business partner.In this episode we cover:
This episode is a little bit different. Instead of sharing expert advice, Amira tells her story of a remarkable transformation from childhood obesity and emotional eating, along with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), to losing over 50 kilograms. Amira, known as the Sports Data Scientist, now competes as a world-class bodybuilder and runs a business to help others, especially children, achieve similar goals. Amira's business, HoliHOP (Holistic Health Optimisation Project), aims to prevent childhood obesity by making health education and professional support more accessible, empowering families to build sustainable habits that last a lifetime.
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If you struggle with emotional eating or are stuck in the yo-yo dieting cycle, this episode will provide you with valuable insights and tips on how to deal with it.
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Dr. Avi Charlton is a Melbourne-based GP with over 20 years of clinical experience, and one of the leading voices in lifestyle medicine and metabolic health. After transforming her own life through nutrition and movement, she founded the Melbourne Low Carb Clinic, helping patients reverse type 2 diabetes, lose weight, and reduce medications naturally.
She’s also a functional breathing coach, the founder of Breathe In Health, and host of the Prescribing Lifestyle podcast, combining the latest science with ancient wisdom to help people reconnect with their health on every level.In this episode, we explore the modern habits silently damaging your energy, hormones, sleep, and metabolism and discuss what you can do right now to reclaim control.
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Whether you’re struggling with low energy, stubborn weight gain, or just want to future-proof your health, this episode gives you the tools to take back control.
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Dr Charlton Lifestyle GP on Facebook
@dr_charlton_lifestyle GP on Instagram
Avi Charlton on LinkedIn
Dr Charlton Lifestyle GP on YouTube