From GLP-1 weight loss drugs to recovery, cognition, gut health, and anti-aging protocols, Dr. Molly breaks down the science behind peptides, separating real benefits from hype, and explaining where they fit into a broader approach to health.

She shares how her own experience using peptides after a head injury led her deeper into this field, and why she believes peptides can be powerful tools—when used thoughtfully, safely, and with proper sourcing.

The conversation also explores the risks, regulatory gray areas, and why quality control is one of the biggest challenges in the peptide space today.

In this episode, we explore:

* What peptides actually are and how they function in the body

* Why peptides are suddenly “everywhere”—and what changed

* The history of peptide research and their roots in global medicine

* How GLP-1 drugs (like semaglutide) transformed the peptide conversation

* The difference between peptides, proteins, and hormones

* Popular peptides for weight loss, muscle growth, recovery, and longevity

* Cognitive peptides like Semax and Selank—and alternatives to Adderall and benzos

* Gut health peptides (BPC-157, KPV) and why gut inflammation affects the brain

* The role of peptides in immune function, healing, and regeneration

* Risks to be aware of, including sourcing, contamination, and improper use

* Why peptide quality and manufacturing standards matter more than most people realize

* The difference between healthspan and lifespan—and where peptides actually help

About Dr. Molly Maloof

Dr. Molly is a physician specializing in metabolic health, longevity, and performance optimization. She works with entrepreneurs, athletes, and high performers to improve health outcomes using both cutting-edge science and personalized protocols. Her approach bridges traditional medicine, functional health, and emerging therapies like peptides. Check out her practice here:

https://drmolly.co/

About The Evexia ExchangeThe Evexia Exchange is a podcast by Club Evexia, a wellness community in Southern Marin focused on fitness, longevity, and connection. Hosted by Scott Raymond and Warren Gendel, the show brings together practitioners, thinkers, and community members to explore what it means to live well—physically, mentally, and socially. Produced by Resonate Studio, LLC.

If this episode resonated, like, subscribe, and share it with someone curious about the future of health, performance, and longevity.

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Randy shares the origin story of TRX, from its improvised beginnings using a jiu-jitsu belt during SEAL deployments to becoming one of the most influential training modalities in the world. He reflects on the early struggles of entrepreneurship, the near-failures that almost ended the company, and the pivotal decision to focus on trainers as the key to scaling the business.

They explore what it takes to endure uncertainty, build resilience, and create products that actually stand the test of time—along with a candid look at how the fitness industry has evolved, from in-person training to digital platforms and the rise of AI.

In this episode, we explore:

* The origin story of TRX—from Navy SEAL deployment to global fitness phenomenon

* How a simple piece of webbing became one of the most versatile tools in fitness

* Why partnering with trainers was the breakthrough that scaled the business

* The brutal early years of building a startup—and what kept Randy going

* How education, community, and trust fueled TRX’s long-term success

* What makes a fitness modality last (and why most don’t)

* The evolution of the fitness industry post-COVID, including consolidation and digital growth

* How AI and technology are changing fitness—and why human connection still matters

* The role of discipline, adversity, and mindset in both training and entrepreneurship

* Why simplicity, versatility, and real results continue to win in fitness

**About Randy Hetrick**

Randy Hetrick is the founder of TRX (Total Body Resistance Exercise), a former Navy SEAL, and a Stanford MBA. He created the TRX Suspension Trainer while deployed, later building it into a global fitness brand used by athletes, trainers, military units, and everyday people around the world. In addition to TRX, he continues to innovate in the fitness space with new products and ventures focused on performance, mobility, and functional strength.

**About the Evexia Exchange**

A podcast by Club Evexia—a wellness community in Southern Marin focused on fitness, longevity, and belonging. Founders Scott Raymond & Warren Gendel interview practitioners, members, and thinkers on living well together. Produced by Resonate Studio, LLC.

If this episode resonates with you, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone interested in fitness, entrepreneurship, and building a life rooted in strength, resilience, and purpose.

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Spencer shares how his early experiences with family conflict around money led him toward both wealth management and Buddhist meditation, and why the two are far more connected than they first appear.

They explore the emotional patterns that shape our financial lives—from scarcity and striving to enoughness, generosity, and self-worth—and how calming the nervous system can help us make wiser decisions with money and with life.

In this episode, we explore:

* Why money can feel even more taboo than sex, religion, or politics

* The difference between financial net worth and true self-worth

* How childhood beliefs and inherited family patterns shape our relationship with money

* Why comparison is one of the biggest drivers of financial stress and unhappiness

* The myth of “enough”—and why more money rarely solves inner scarcity

* How gratitude and generosity can rewire the brain’s fear response around money

* Why checking your finances too often can increase anxiety and lead to worse decisions

* How mindfulness, meditation, and equanimity help reduce reactivity and impulsive behavior

* The connection between self-worth, identity, and how much money we think we need

* How to align spending with genuine personal value instead of ego, fear, or social comparison

* Why building a life of meaning, service, and connection may be the real measure of wealth

About Spencer Sherman:

Spencer Sherman is the founder of Abacus Wealth Partners, a longtime wealth advisor, meditation teacher, retreat leader, and the author of The Cure for Money Madness. His work bridges finance and mindfulness, helping people transform their relationship with money by addressing the emotional, psychological, and spiritual patterns beneath it. Through retreats, coaching, and decades of advising clients, he teaches a more conscious path toward enoughness, generosity, and freedom.

About the Evexia Exchange:

A podcast by Club Evexia—a wellness community in Southern Marin focused on fitness, longevity, and belonging. Founders Scott Raymond & Warren Gendel interview practitioners, members, and thinkers on living well together. Produced by Resonate Studio, LLC.

If this episode resonates with you, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who’s ready to heal their relationship with money—and redefine what it really means to be wealthy.

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From ancient survival-based movement and the first Olympic Games, to the Strongman era, the rise of the YMCA, the bodybuilding boom of the 80s and 90s, Jane Fonda aerobics, boutique fitness, and today’s wearables + AI obsession—this episode tracks how fitness culture has constantly shifted with society’s values, fears, and incentives.

Along the way, they unpack a “dirty secret” of the gym business model (sign ’em up and hope they don’t come), why intimidation keeps people from starting, and why the future of fitness isn’t just aesthetics or performance—it’s longevity, healthspan, and community.

In this episode, we explore:

* Fitness as survival—and the origins of spectator sport (including the first Olympic Games)

* The Strongman era, “spectacle strength,” and early influencer culture

* YMCA + post-war training: discipline, routine, and the rise of communal fitness

* Bodybuilding’s explosion: machines, supplements, steroid culture, and “the perfect body” myth

* Jane Fonda, aerobics, and how group fitness opened the door for women

* Boutique fitness (CrossFit, Barry’s, Orangetheory, Pilates) and why people plateau

* Gym intimidation, etiquette, and what actually makes people *stick*

* Personal training as coaching—movement education, accountability, and mental health support

* Wearables + AI: what to measure, what to ignore, and how data can become a trap

* Where it’s all going: functional movement, healthspan, cognition, and community-first spaces

About the Evexia Exchange

A podcast by Club Evexia—a wellness community in Southern Marin focused on fitness, longevity, and belonging. Founders Scott Raymond & Warren Gendel interview practitioners, members, and thinkers on living well together. Produced by Resonate Studio, LLC.

If this episode resonates with you, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who’s trying to rebuild their relationship with fitness—and wants something more sustainable than hype, shortcuts, or intimidation.

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The episode begins with real life: Warren shares the grief of losing his dog, Otis, and Shauna offers grounded, compassionate tools for meeting grief without suppressing it or trying to “get over it.” From there, the conversation expands into the science of neuroplasticity, why our brains are wired for negativity, and how simple daily practices can shift our baseline emotional state over time.

With warmth, clarity, and deep research-backed insight, Shauna reframes mindfulness as mental fitness training—a practice that helps us create space between stimulus and response, break habitual thought loops, and cultivate more freedom in the way we live.

In this episode, we explore:

• Shauna’s personal story: injury, depression, and discovering mindfulness as a lifeline

• Why happiness isn’t external—and how to redefine what it actually means

• The neuroscience of neuroplasticity and why change is always possible

• Negativity bias, fight-or-flight, and why high achievers get trapped in restlessness

• “Glimmers” and the nervous system: micro-moments that create safety and joy

• Gratitude as a tool for shifting neurochemistry (and why receiving gratitude matters most)

• The “name it to tame it” method for calming anxiety and fear in real time

• Embodied mindfulness: how to feel gratitude instead of intellectualizing it

• How mindfulness supports grief, emotional regulation, and self-compassion

• Why shame shuts down learning centers in the brain—and blocks real change

• The idea of “mental hygiene” as essential daily care, like brushing your teeth

About Dr. Shauna Shapiro

Dr. Shauna Shapiro is a clinical psychologist, professor, and internationally recognized expert in mindfulness and compassion science. She is the author of Good Morning, I Love You and has spent decades researching how mindfulness changes the brain and supports resilience, emotional wellbeing, and healing. Her work bridges ancient contemplative practices with modern neuroscience, offering practical tools for transformation rooted in evidence-based research.

About the Evexia Exchange

A podcast by Club Evexia—a wellness community in Southern Marin focused on fitness, longevity, and belonging. Founders Scott Raymond & Warren Gendel interview practitioners, members, and thinkers on living well together. Produced by Resonate Studio, LLC.

If this episode resonates with you, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who’s navigating stress, grief, or burnout—and ready to build a more grounded, resilient inner life.

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Dr. Maloof breaks down the difference between healthy, adaptive stress and chronic allostatic overload, explaining how unrelenting stress disrupts the nervous system, immune system, hormones, and mitochondria. Using real-world examples—from entrepreneurship and burnout to viral reactivation and shingles—we explore how stress shows up long before disease, and what people can actually do about it.

In this episode, we explore:

• What stress really is—and why some stress is necessary for growth
• Allostatic load, burnout, and the “cell danger response”
• How chronic stress impacts immunity, hormones, and mitochondrial function
• The role of nervous system regulation in healing and resilience
• Stress, viral reactivation, and why shingles and mono often appear during burnout
• How genetics, childhood experiences, and lifestyle shape stress tolerance
• Practical tools for measuring stress: HRV, sleep, glucose, and cortisol
• Why community, circadian rhythms, and sleep are non-negotiables for recovery
• High vs. low cortisol states—and how nutrition, movement, and caffeine differ for each
• Why loneliness and disconnection are major, underappreciated stressors

About Dr. Molly Maloof

Dr. Molly Maloof is a physician, entrepreneur, and leading voice in personalized health optimization, resilience science, and longevity medicine. Her work focuses on the intersection of stress physiology, mitochondrial health, hormones, and performance medicine—helping high-performing individuals build sustainable energy, adaptability, and long-term health. She has taught at Stanford, advises founders and executives, and is the author of The Spark Factor.

About the Evexia Exchange

A podcast by Club Evexia—a wellness community in Southern Marin focused on fitness, longevity, and belonging. Founders Scott Raymond & Warren Gendel interview practitioners, members, and thinkers on living well together. Produced by Resonate Studio, LLC.

If this episode resonates with you, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who’s feeling stretched thin—and ready to build real resilience, from the inside out.

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Darya pulls back the curtain on the 3 a.m. life: the solitude, the “two days in one,” and why she came to believe the most important part of the day should happen before you ingest headlines.

From meditation and intention to self-rebirth, they explore how we shape our inner world—especially when the outer world is loud, chaotic, and often dark.

In this episode, we explore:

* What it’s really like to wake up at 3 a.m. for decades—and why Darya calls it a “magical” hour

* Why Darya believes you shouldn’t start your day with the news

* How meditation, intention, and solitude change your ability to handle stress, leadership, and life

* The emotional cost of reporting tragedy—and how Daria learned not to carry it home

* What happened behind the scenes at KRON when Daria pushed for deeper, more human storytelling

About the Evexia Exchange

A podcast by Club Evexia—a wellness community in Southern Marin focused on fitness, longevity, and belonging. Founders Scott Raymond and Warren Gendel interview practitioners, members, and thinkers on what it means to live well—together. Produced by Resonate Studio, LLC.

If this episode resonates with you, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who’s rethinking how they start their day—and what it means to truly wake up.

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In this episode, Warren reflects on the aftermath of sharing his story publicly, the unexpected warmth and connection from members, and how that vulnerability became a turning point—not just personally, but inside the culture of Club Evexia itself. Together, Scott and Warren explore why emotional and relational health belong alongside strength training, recovery, and longevity—and why connection is one of the most overlooked pillars of wellness.

In this episode, we explore:

* What changed after Warren shared his story publicly—and why vulnerability builds trust

* Why early experiences with therapy made Warren distrust it, and how he rebuilt that relationship

* The impact of immersive programs like Onsite and why “going all in” matters

* What group work unlocks that individual therapy often can’t

* Men’s work vs. co-ed groups—and why both are essential

* How retreats create breakthroughs that weekly sessions can’t always reach

* Why Club Evexia offers group work as a core value, not a profit center

* How daily meditation, routine, and gratitude support long-term healing and leadership

About the Evexia Exchange

A podcast by Club Evexia—a wellness community in Southern Marin focused on fitness, longevity, and belonging. Founders Scott Raymond and Warren Gendel interview practitioners, members, and thinkers on what it means to live well—together. Produced by Resonate Studio, LLC.

If this episode resonates with you, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who’s curious about healing, connection, and doing the work—inside and out.

#EvexiaExchange #Healing #GroupWork #Therapy #MensWork #Community #Wellness #MentalHealth #Belonging

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Dr. Tranah breaks down what epidemiology really tells us about aging, disease risk, and healthspan, and why translating science into action is essential. We explore how strength training supports brain health, bone density, independence, and overall resilience—and why cardio and strength aren’t opposing forces, but complementary ones.

In this episode, we explore:

• What epidemiologists study—and why their findings matter for everyday health
• Why muscle strength is one of the strongest predictors of longevity and independence
• How resistance training supports brain health through neurotropic factors
• The science of “unhealthy muscle,” fat infiltration, and inflammation
• Why women benefit enormously from strength training (without “bulking up”)
• How muscle, bone density, and balance work together as we age
• Cardio vs. strength: why the best outcomes come from doing both

About Greg Tran, PhD

Greg Tran is an epidemiologist and Professor of Healthy Aging who leads Evexia’s Healthy Aging lecture series. His work focuses on understanding how lifestyle, exercise, and biology interact to shape disease risk, longevity, and quality of life—and on translating complex science into practical recommendations people can use.

About the Evexia Exchange

A podcast by Club Evexia—a wellness community in Southern Marin focused on fitness, longevity, and belonging. Founders Scott Raymond & Warren Gendel interview practitioners, members, and thinkers on living well together. Produced by Resonate Studio, LLC.

If this episode resonates with you, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who wants to build strength, confidence, and long-term health—at any age.

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Arjun shares the story of being bullied as a kid, finding TaeKwonDo as a path to confidence, and eventually rising to become a two-time TaeKwonDo World Champion and former Team USA co-head coach. He opens up about the moments that tested him most—the loss that nearly derailed him, the purpose that brought him back, and the ways grief can become fuel for greatness.

Arjun also walks through his journey in the mortgage and finance world—from the wild early days of the industry to the 2008 crash, when he and his team chose to help families stay in their homes, not for profit, but because they simply “gave a sh*t.” That same ethos of service and forward motion eventually became LFG Society and The Better Human Project—communities built around accountability, action, and becoming the kind of person you’re proud to be.

This episode captures a core truth at the heart of Evexia: fitness is never just fitness. It’s a training ground for character.

What you’ll hear in this episode:

* How bullying led Arjun to TaeKwonDo—and changed the trajectory of his life

* The “Karate Kid moment” that proved he could defend himself (and what he learned afterward)

* What it takes to become a two-time world champion—and why purpose matters more than talent

* A deeply moving story about grief, legacy, and the comeback that happened in Rome

* “Work-life harmony” vs. the myth of work-life balance

* The GAS method: why “Give a sh*t” became his business philosophy

* How LFG Society and The Better Human Project are built on community, accountability, and service

* Why “winning” is ultimately about who you become in the process

About the Evexia Exchange

A podcast by Club Evexia—a wellness community in Southern Marin focused on fitness, longevity, and belonging. Founders Scott Raymond & Warren Gendel interview practitioners, members, and thinkers on living well together. Produced by Resonate Studio, LLC.

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Scott and Warren move away from “strategy talk” and into a raw, honest conversation about Warren’s childhood, early trauma, and the often-invisible weight that can exist even inside a life that looks “privileged” from the outside. Warren shares how surfing and the ocean became his first refuge, how fitness evolved into a lifeline, and how bodybuilding gave him structure, discipline, and a way to rebuild self-worth—long before he ever built a business.

From there, Warren walks us through the entrepreneurial road: the early hustle reselling fitness equipment, the painful lessons of a partnership gone wrong, starting over again, scaling a kids fitness franchise to dozens of locations, and navigating the setbacks that came with the 2008 recession and COVID. Through it all, the theme stays clear: resilience, reinvention, and the decision to break generational patterns rather than repeat them.

This is the story behind the man, and a big part of the spirit behind Club Evexia: a place built around fitness, yes, but also healing, belonging, and transformation.

What you’ll hear in this episode:

Why “wealth” doesn’t always mean safety, stability, or support

How early trauma shaped Warren’s identity—and his drive to survive

The ocean as escape, fitness as refuge, and bodybuilding as discipline

Winning Mr. Santa Barbara and what that achievement really meant

Entrepreneurship: big wins, painful losses, and rebuilding again and again

The role of spirituality, purpose, and partnership in staying on the path

Why vulnerability is part of the culture Evexia is building

Part 2 is coming: Warren and Scott will go deeper into Warren’s healing journey, identity work, and how personal transformation became a shared mission inside the Evexia community.

If this conversation resonates, share it with someone who needs the reminder that it’s possible to come through the hardest chapters—and build something meaningful on the other side.

About the Evexia Exchange

A podcast by Club Evexia—a wellness community in Southern Marin focused on fitness, longevity, and belonging. Founders Scott Raymond & Warren Gendel interview practitioners, members, and thinkers on living well together. Produced by Resonate Studio, LLC.

If this episode resonates with you, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who could use a little more support, connection, and inspiration on their health journey.

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We dive deep into Dr. Alex’s philosophy of care: how to move from pain relief to true correction — and ultimately to wellness, longevity, and injury prevention.

We talk about what Dr. Alex actually does day-to-day, why so many active people end up with shoulder and back issues, and what it looks like to treat the body as a whole system — joints, spine, nervous system, movement patterns, and lifestyle. We also talk about what it feels like to live a life of purpose and monetize your passion to help people.

In this episode, we cover:

* How Dr. Alex went from basketball → kinesiology → chiropractic medicine

* The 3 phases of care: acute, corrective, and wellness

* Why pain is often the last thing to show up — and the first thing to go away

* The most common issues he sees (shoulders, low back, mobility restrictions, TMJ)

* Why joint health + mobility are missing pieces in the longevity conversation

* Practical habits for prevention: hydration, ergonomics, movement, and consistency

* Why Veia’s ecosystem works: training + recovery + bodywork + community

* How to think about ROI: investing in care now vs. paying later in injuries

* How to lean into your unique skillsets and monetize your passion

Want to see Dr. Alex? You don’t need to be an Evexia member to book. Dr. Alex is located inside Club Evexia at North Bay Health & Wellness.

Find him at clubveia.com/chiropractor and schedule through his online booking link.

If you found this conversation helpful, like, subscribe, and share — and stay tuned for more upcoming episodes on women’s health, hormones, TRX, and the neuroscience of happiness.

About the Evexia Exchange

A podcast by Club Evexia—a wellness community in Southern Marin focused on fitness, longevity, and belonging. Founders Scott Raymond & Warren Gendel interview practitioners, members, and thinkers on living well together. Produced by Resonate Studio, LLC.

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#7: In this Member Spotlight episode of the Evexia Exchange, Scott and Warren sit down with Joe Burton, President & CEO of Nova One and former President of Headspace and Rethink Care, to talk about the changing nature of healthcare and why mental and emotional wellbeing must be at the center of it.

Joe shares how growing up in a family deeply impacted by addiction, loss, and mental illness eventually led him to leave a big corporate career, find mindfulness, and devote his life to building digital health solutions that actually help people heal.

From the crisis of loneliness to the limits of “sick care,” from the promise and danger of AI to the power of real-life community at Club Evexia, this conversation is honest, vulnerable, and full of practical wisdom.

In this episode, we explore:

• Joe’s powerful personal story and how it shaped his mission in mental health
• Why our current system is really sick care and not true healthcare
• How mental and physical health are inseparable—and what happens when we separate them
• The vision behind Nova One and bringing preventive and curative care together on one platform
• Why 5% of members with serious mental illness and substance use issues drive over 50% of healthcare costs
• How Nova One is using digital tools to get people from “I need help” to expert care in days, not months
• The global epidemic of loneliness—and how places like Club Evexia can act like modern “blue zones”
• The upside and real risks of AI in mental health (including “AI psychosis”)
• Three simple, Blue Zone–aligned practices Joe recommends for better sleep, less stress, and more joy

About Joe Burton

Joe Burton is the President & CEO of Nova One, a digital health platform that unites preventive and curative behavioral healthcare in one integrated experience. He’s a seasoned executive and visionary leader in digital wellbeing and behavioral health, former Founder & CEO of Will, and former President of Headspace and Rethink Care. An alumnus of Harvard Business School and author of Creating Mindful Leaders, Joe focuses on transforming behavioral healthcare and creating more holistic pathways to mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing.

About the Evexia Exchange

A podcast by Club Evexia—a wellness community in Southern Marin focused on fitness, longevity, and belonging. Founders Scott Raymond & Warren Gendel interview practitioners, members, and thinkers on living well together. Produced by Resonate Studio, LLC.

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This episode explores how true wellness goes far beyond the physical body, revealing why emotional intelligence, accountability, ritual, and vulnerability are essential for healing individuals and repairing fractured communities.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• What emotional fitness really means and why it is foundational to holistic health
• The difference between your “medicine” (your gift) and your “shadow” (its distorted expression)
• How trauma shapes identity and how it can be transformed through awareness and ritual
• The role of indigenous rites of passage and circle work in restoring connection and purpose
• How group vulnerability creates deep healing and lasting transformation
• The origins of Inside Circle and the award-winning documentary The Work
• How James’ methods are reducing violence and rebuilding trust in gang-impacted communities
• How to manage stress and reactivity through breath and mindfulness
• The P.I.E.S. practice (Physical, Intellectual, Emotional, Spiritual) for daily self-check-in
• Why emotional intelligence is the missing link in modern health and leadership

About our guest:

Dr. James McLeary is a clinical psychologist, educator, and master facilitator of transformational group work. He is the executive producer of the award-winning documentary The Work and co-founder of Inside Circle, an organization dedicated to healing trauma and restoring connection in prisons, communities, and social systems. His work spans indigenous traditions, restorative justice, leadership development, and emotional intelligence.

Learn more about Inside Circle and James’ work at insidecircle.org

Watch The Work on Amazon Prime.

For information on James’ upcoming documentary and social impact initiatives, or to support the film through tax-deductible donations, contact:

Warren@clubevexia.com

About The Evexia Exchange

A podcast by Club Evexia—a wellness community in Southern Marin focused on fitness, longevity, and belonging. Founders Scott Raymond & Warren Gendel interview practitioners, members, and thinkers on living well together. Produced by Resonate Studio, LLC.

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Mark shares his unlikely journey from anarchist punk rocker in London to Buddhist meditator, nature-based retreat leader, and one of Spirit Rock Meditation Center’s most sought-after teachers. They explore how mindfulness helps us work with the inner critic, manage stress, and return to a grounded, present state—especially in the middle of busy, modern lives.

You’ll also hear how nature itself can be our greatest meditation teacher, why looking at the bay or sitting by the ocean “counts” as real practice, and how micro-practices between meetings can restore focus and energy throughout the day.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

* How Mark discovered meditation while squatting in London and realized his own mind—not the outside world—was the main source of his suffering

* Why mindfulness is less about “getting somewhere” and more about seeing clearly what’s happening inside us

* The difference between mindfulness and meditation—and how you can be mindful without sitting on a cushion

* How nature supports awareness through “soft fascination” and why time outdoors calms the nervous system

* Simple, practical ways to weave mindfulness into everyday life: driving, working out, walking, working, or standing in line

* A powerful 3-breath protocol to downshift stress in traffic, before meetings, or anytime anxiety spikes

* Why our attention is a limited resource—and how short “nature breaks” are more restorative than scrolling on our phones

* The science behind forest bathing, attention restoration, and why views of nature improve healing and wellbeing

* How open awareness (taking in a whole landscape) differs from narrow focus—and why both are key parts of a balanced practice

* How Mark begins and ends his day, including a nightly gratitude ritual with his partner that you can easily adopt

About our guest:

Mark Coleman is a mindfulness teacher, meditation instructor, and author of multiple books, including A Field Guide to Nature Meditation. He is a senior teacher at Spirit Rock Meditation Center, founder of the Mindfulness Training Institute, and creator of Awaken the Wild, an organization dedicated to reconnecting people with nature through retreats and trainings around the world. Mark leads meditation and nature retreats on several continents, trains mindfulness teachers, and integrates science, contemplative practice, and ecology in his work.

About The Evexia Exchange:

A podcast by Club Evexia—a wellness community in Southern Marin focused on fitness, longevity, and belonging. Founders Scott Raymond & Warren Gendel interview practitioners, members, and thinkers on living well together—from strength and recovery to relationships, purpose, and community. Produced by Resonate Studio, LLC.

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We talk about the origin of Evexia’s Connection Lab, what it means to “stretch, tone, and build” your connection muscles, and why even tiny micro-moments—eye contact at the coffee bar, a quick hello in the locker room—can literally change your mitochondria and your mood.

Lori also introduces Vital Signs, her new framework for tracking how alive you actually feel (not just what your wearables say), and offers a three-step daily “connection challenge” you can start today.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

Why social connection is a stronger longevity predictor than many classic risk factors

How Lori’s near-death bike accident ignited a radical sense of gratitude and purpose

What interpersonal neurobiology is—and how other people’s nervous systems shape ours

The PEARL framework for better conversations (Presence, Empathy, Attention, Reciprocity, Letting go of judgment)

The difference between stretch, tone, and build in your connection “workouts”

Why loose ties (the barista, the front-desk team, fellow members) matter as much as deep friendships

How to navigate introversion, old stories, and fear of rejection when you want more connection

Lori’s 3-part daily challenge: 3 stretches, toning with regular touchpoints, and one deeper “build” outreach

About our guest:

Lori Schwanbeck is a licensed psychotherapist based in San Francisco and Marin with expertise in somatic and integrative approaches (including Hakomi, mindfulness, and interpersonal neurobiology). She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher, trained by Jack Kornfield and Tara Brach through the Greater Good Science Center. At Club Evexia, Lori facilitates the Connection Lab, men’s and women’s groups, and co-ed retreats that help members build real, durable community.

About The Evexia Exchange:

A podcast by Club Evexia—a wellness community in Southern Marin focused on fitness, longevity, and belonging. Founders Scott Raymond & Warren Gendel interview practitioners, members, and thinkers on living well together—from strength and recovery to relationships, purpose, and community. Produced by Resonate Studio, LLC.

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In this episode, you’ll learn:

Why “healthspan” trumps “lifespan,” and how to measure progress you can feel

The best predictors of healthy aging (walking speed, grip strength, VO₂ max) and how to improve them

Why strength training matters more as you age (mitochondria, neuromuscular function, muscle quality)

Sleep & recovery basics (the 3–2–1 rule, slow-wave vs. REM, cortisol as a tool—not an enemy)

How to spot good science: human vs. mouse studies, correlation vs. causation, and meta-analyses

Tech & wearables: what new data can (and can’t) tell you about your health

Community as a longevity multiplier—and why Evexia feels like a “Blue Zone” in practice

About our guest

Dr. Gregory Tranah is an epidemiologist who studies human aging—from genetics and sleep/circadian rhythms to muscle and metabolic health. Known for making complex research useful, he leads member workshops at Club Evexia that turn cutting-edge evidence into practical training, recovery, and lifestyle strategies.

About The Evexia Exchange

A podcast by Club Evexia—a wellness community in Southern Marin focused on fitness, longevity, and belonging. Founders Scott Raymond & Warren Gendel interview practitioners, members, and thinkers on living well together. Produced by Resonate Studio, LLC.

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In this episode, you’ll learn:

What the “Blue Zones” are—and how Club Evexia supercharges the idea with data (VO₂ max, body comp, zone training)

A practical blueprint for movement (strength + Pilates + mobility + outdoor life)

Pelvic health 101 (for women and men) and why it’s rarely discussed

How community, purpose, and safe containers (men’s, women’s, and co-ed groups) reduce stress and improve adherence

Why “healthspan” > “lifespan,” and how to measure progress you can feel

About our guest:

Cassie Merrier, DPT is Evexia’s General Manager and a practicing physical therapist with specialty training in pelvic health. She blends clinical rigor with real-world coaching to help members build strength, mobility, and confidence—on and off the floor.

About The Evexia Exchange:

A podcast by Club Evexia—a wellness community in Southern Marin focused on fitness, longevity, and belonging. Founders Scott Raymond & Warren Gendel interview practitioners, members, and thinkers on living well together. Produced by Resonate Studio, LLC.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We talk about why “Evexia” (Greek for wellness) became our north star, how we transformed a vacant office built over the water into a light-soaked sanctuary, and the philosophy behind capping membership, investing in best-in-class equipment, and running men’s & women’s groups that help members form real friendships and connections. This is the story behind the space—and the intention behind everything we do.

You’ll hear about:

The founders’ first meeting and the “thinking chair” real-estate moment

Setbacks (2008, COVID) and why adversity shaped our mission

Turning a tech office into a wellness hub by the water

Why we’re 21+, membership-capped, and community-obsessed

The role of group work, workshops, and staff culture in belonging

What’s next: longevity programming, member spotlights, & building our “blue-zone” ethos.

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