The Genius Life is a weekly health and wellness interview podcast hosted by Max Lugavere, with 601 episodes since April 2018. Episodes run about 69 minutes and feature physicians and researchers on brain health, nutrition, sleep and ADHD. Estimated downloads are 20,000 to 50,000 per episode, which implies about $360 to $1,250 per host-read mid-roll.
Weekly expert interviews that reach health-minded listeners ready to try new products
- Apple Podcasts shows 4,770 ratings averaging 4.7 across more than 600 episodes.
- Every episode features a physician, scientist or author, giving product claims a credible setting.
- Episodes run about 69 minutes, with topics from nutrition and sleep to skin and biomarkers.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, expert Q&A, solo AMA
- Tone
- informative, approachable
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 60 to 80 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Titles such as '597: The Food, Exercise, and Sleep Strategies Everyone With ADHD Should Know' and '594: How to Build a Longer, Stronger, More Meaningful Life' show health education with no flagged content.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | maxlugavere.com/podcast-1 |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1379050662 |
| RSS feed | anchor.fm/s/f8c14578/podcast/rss |
Benchmark score: 100 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 598: Why You’re Eating Healthy but Still Not Losing Fat | Dominik Nisc | 2026-10-14 | 1 h 29 min |
| 597: The Food, Exercise, and Sleep Strategies Everyone With ADHD Shoul | 2026-10-07 | 1 h 4 min |
| 596: How to Get Better, More Youthful, More Resilient Skin Without a 1 | 2026-09-30 | 1 h 22 min |
| 595: The Nervous System Tools That Help You Feel Calm, Safe, and in Co | 2026-09-23 | 60 min |
| 594: How to Build a Longer, Stronger, More Meaningful Life | Allison A | 2026-09-16 | 1 h 3 min |
| 593: The Daily Habits That Keep Your Brain Sharp at Any Age | Jim Kwik | 2026-09-09 | 1 h 8 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 5 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
Equal parts rigorous, rebellious, and ridiculously useful. Hosted by Max Lugavere, health and science journalist, New York Times bestselling author, and one of the most trusted voices in wellness. Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice.
About The Genius Life
The Genius Life is a weekly health and wellness interview podcast hosted by Max Lugavere, described in the feed as a health and science journalist and New York Times bestselling author. Episodes feature physicians, researchers and authors discussing brain health, nutrition, sleep, ADHD and aging. The feed lists 601 episodes since April 2018, with a median length of about 69 minutes.
Apple Podcasts shows 4,770 ratings averaging 4.7. Starbooked estimates 20,000 to 50,000 downloads per episode, with limited confidence because podcasts do not publish numbers. Listeners are likely adults interested in preventive health and nutrition. The feed shows no named sponsors.
A host-read mid-roll would run about $360 to $1,250 per episode. The show suits supplements, food, wellness devices and health testing brands that can support their claims with evidence, and it fits product education campaigns.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Genius Life can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The Genius Life
How much does The Genius Life charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Starbooked estimates a host-read mid-roll at about $360 to $1,250 per episode, based on an estimated 20,000 to 50,000 downloads per episode. The show does not publish download numbers or a rate card.
What is The Genius Life about?
The Genius Life is a weekly interview show hosted by Max Lugavere on brain health, nutrition, sleep, ADHD and aging, with guests who are mostly physicians, researchers and authors.
How do I contact The Genius Life about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can be booked directly through Starbooked, which handles the introduction and the booking details.
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