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The Kien Vuu MD Podcast is a fun and raw conversation with leaders in entertainment, business, sports, science, health, and literature - to explore the mindsets and habits of the world's highest achievers to learn their secrets to health, wealth, and success. The show will take a 360 view on success to not only reveal secrets to physical, financial, emotional, and spiritual wealth but explore the roles of human resilience, meaningful relationships, parenting, contribution and play. When the Dalai Lama was asked what surprised him most about humanity, he said: "Man. Because he sacrifices his health in order to make money. Then he sacrifices money to recuperate his health." In an era where more and more Americans suffer from chronic disease, this podcast reveals that success is possible without sacrificing health, and empowers to viewer to remember that THEY ARE THEIR BEST MEDICINE.

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The Kien Vuu MD Podcast is a fun and raw conversation with leaders in entertainment, business, sports, science, health, and literature - to explore the mindsets and habits of the world's highest achievers to learn their secrets to health, wealth, and success. The show will take a 360 view on success to not only reveal secrets to physical, financial, emotional, and spiritual wealth but explore the roles of human resilience, meaningful relationships, parenting, contribution and play. When the Dalai Lama was asked what surprised him most about humanity, he said: "Man. Because he sacrifices his health in order to make money. Then he sacrifices money to recuperate his health." In an era where more and more Americans suffer from chronic disease, this podcast reveals that success is possible without sacrificing health, and empowers to viewer to remember that THEY ARE THEIR BEST MEDICINE.

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English


Episodes
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244. Dr. Kien Vuu x David Meltzer: Unlocking Longevity Through Purpose and Energy

11/10/2025
In this powerful solo episode of the Thrive State Podcast, Dr. Kien Vuu—longevity physician, human potential expert, and best-selling author of Thrive State—breaks down the Three States of Human Potential and how each one shapes your health, mindset, and destiny. Discover: 🎧 Listen now and learn how to shift your biology, emotions, and mindset to live longer, stronger, and happier. 📘 Grab Dr. V's #1 Amazon Bestseller Thrive State (2nd Edition) at thrivestatebook.com 📥 Download your FREE Longevity Starter Guide at thrivestatestarter.com 🌐 Explore more tools at kienvuu.com 📲 Follow Dr. V @doctorvmd Episode Highlights:

Duration:00:33:51

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243. Dr. Jeff Gross: Regenerative Medicine and the Future of Healing — A Doctor's Guide to What's Coming Next

11/3/2025
Can you really regenerate your body and slow the aging process? In this episode of the Thrive State Podcast, Dr. Kien Vuu sits down with Dr. Jeff Gross, a pioneering neurosurgeon and expert in regenerative medicine and stem cell therapy, to uncover how science is redefining longevity. They explore the truth behind stem cell research, how cellular rejuvenation actually works, and why regenerative medicine isn't just the future—it's happening now. Whether you're curious about biohacking, optimizing health, or reversing the signs of aging, this episode is packed with life-changing insights. 📘 Get Dr. V's #1 Bestseller "Thrive State" 2nd Edition: thrivestatebook.com 📥 Download your FREE Longevity Resource Guide: thrivestatestarter.com 🌐 More at: kienvuu.com 📲 Follow Dr. V @doctorvmd Episode Highlights:

Duration:00:43:24

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242. Josh Pais: Mastering the Moment — How to Ground, Regulate, and Play with Fear

10/27/2025
What if your greatest tool for healing and leadership isn’t something you do — but the presence you bring to every moment? In this episode of The Thrive State Podcast, Dr. Kien Vuu sits down with John Pais, transformational coach and expert in conscious leadership, to explore how emotional awareness, regulation, and authenticity shape both our biology and our impact. Together, they dive into the science of presence, the importance of inner stillness, and how understanding your emotional state can elevate not only your health — but also the way you lead, love, and live. You’ll learn: Follow Dr. V @doctorvmd Get your free Longevity & Performance Guide at thrivestatestarter.com Order the #1 bestselling book Thrive State (2nd Edition) at thrivestatebook.com Episode Highlights:

Duration:00:37:11

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241. Regulate to Radiate: The Art & Science of Nervous System Healing with Natalie Hummel

10/20/2025
Join Dr. Kien Vuu and guest Natalie Hummel as they dive deep into nervous system mastery, overcoming fear, and building resilience for peak performance. Learn practical strategies to transform stress, discomfort, and uncertainty into growth and presence. 📌 Resources & Links: @doctorvmdthrivestatebook.comthrivestatestarter.com Episode Highlight:

Duration:00:50:19

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240. Jim Bunch on Designing Environments for Impact CEOs | Resilience, Energy & Sustainable Leadership

10/13/2025
In this masterclass episode of the Thrive State Podcast, Dr. Kien Vuu (Doctor V) sits down with Jim Bunch—serial entrepreneur, impact investor, co-founder of Powur, founder of Ultimate Life Technologies, and the visionary behind Impact CEOs—to explore why the most effective leaders design environments, not just businesses. Together we dive into: Jim’s wisdom bridges entrepreneurship, sustainability, and human potential, showing how the right environments create not only better leaders but also a better world. Episode Highlights:

Duration:00:56:40

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239. Rewire Your Brain for Peak Mental Clarity with Mike Zeller

10/6/2025
In this transformative episode of the Thrive State Podcast, Dr. Kien Vuu (Doctor V) sits down with Mike Zeller—peak performance coach, trauma healer, and biohacking expert—to explore how to rewire your brain, protect mental clarity, and unlock peak performance. Together we dive into: Mike has guided hundreds of entrepreneurs and leaders across six continents, helping them rewire their nervous systems, recover from trauma, and thrive in both business and life. Episode Highlights:

Duration:00:40:43

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238. Billy Lee on Courage & Authenticity | How Living Your Truth Heals Your Life

9/29/2025
In this inspiring episode of the Thrive State Podcast, Dr. Kien Vuu (Doctor V) sits down with Billy Lee to explore the power of authenticity and the courage it takes to truly live as who you are. Together, we dive into: Billy’s story and insights remind us that when we live authentically, we not only elevate our own lives, we also create the frequency of healing, wholeness, and vitality for others. If you are ready to break free from fear and step into your authentic power, this is the conversation for you. Episode Highlights:

Duration:00:28:38

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237. Dr. Gundry Reveals Why Tiredness Isn’t Normal | The Energy & Plant Paradox Explained

9/22/2025
In this electrifying episode of the Thrive State Podcast, host Dr. Kien Vuu sits down with bestselling author and cardiothoracic surgeon Dr. Steven Gundry to unpack why our conventional approach to health may be draining our most vital resource: energy. Together, they explore: Dr. Gundry’s frameworks offer game-changing insights for anyone overwhelmed by exhaustion, brain fog, or chronic fatigue. Transformation begins at the cellular level. If you are ready to break free from endless fatigue and discover how energy truly works, this conversation is for you. Episode Highlight:

Duration:00:43:15

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236. Ukraine’s Oprah Interviews Dr. Kien Vuu | Biohacking Consciousness & The Energy of Healing

9/15/2025
In this special episode, Natalia Kholodenko—widely known as Ukraine’s Oprah—interviews Dr. Kien Vuu (Doctor V) to uncover powerful insights on health, healing, and the role of consciousness in shaping our reality. Together, we explore: Doctor V reminds us: “Our biology is not just shaped by what we eat or how we move—it’s shaped by the energy we embody every single day.” Natalia adds: “When we learn to shift our energy, we don’t just change our mindset—we change the story our body tells about who we are.” If you’re curious about merging ancient wisdom, modern medicine, and energy to elevate your life—this is the conversation you’ve been waiting for. Don’t forget to subscribe for more episodes on longevity, consciousness, and peak performance. Episode Highlights:

Duration:00:27:35

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235. The Street Psychiatrist: Why Conventional Psychiatry Is Outdated | Psychedelics & Holistic Healing with Dr. Joseph Yi

9/8/2025
What if the future of psychiatry isn’t about numbing symptoms but unlocking true healing? 🌱 In this powerful episode of the Thrive State Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Joseph Yi, a holistic psychiatrist also known as “Street MD,” to explore the emerging role of psychedelics in mental health treatment. From ketamine to MDMA and psilocybin, we dive into how these therapies are reshaping the way we understand anxiety, depression, trauma, and healing. Discover: ✅ Why antidepressants may not be the full answer ✅ The science of neuroplasticity & psychedelics ✅ The importance of integration after treatment ✅ How lifestyle (sleep, food, movement, community) is still the real foundation for mental health Psychedelics aren’t magic pills — they’re tools. Used wisely, they may just be the future of psychiatry. 👉 Don’t miss this conversation. Follow me on Instagram @doctorvmd Get your free Longevity & Human Potential Starter Kit: thrivestatestarter.com Grab my #1 Bestselling Book Thrive State: thrivestatebook.com Episode Highlights:

Duration:00:25:31

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234. The Power of Belonging with Ritu Bhasin | Why Feeling Separate Hurts Our Health & Happiness

9/1/2025
Why do so many of us feel like we do not belong, whether at home, at work, or even in our own skin? How can authenticity and belonging unlock true mental and emotional health? In this inspiring episode of the Thrive State Podcast, Dr. Kien Vuu (Doctor V) sits down with Ritu Bhasin, award-winning speaker and best-selling author of The Authenticity Principle and We Have Got This: Unlocking the Beauty of Belonging. Together, they explore: Why childhood bullying, sometimes even at home, leaves lasting scars on belonging How fear of judgment erodes mental health and connection Practical strategies to cultivate authenticity and belonging at work and in life Why leaders must disrupt bias and model vulnerability ✨ Resources for Thrivers: 📘 Grab the #1 Bestselling Book Thrive State (2nd Edition): thrivestatebook.com 🎁 Free Longevity and Human Potential Starter Kit: thrivestatestarter.com 🔗 Explore more insights at kienvuu.com Episode Highlights:

Duration:00:36:40

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233. Functional Medicine Explained w/ Jeff Bland, PhD | The Holistic Approach to Healing & Longevity

8/25/2025
How Functional Medicine and Epigenetics Unlock the Future of Health What if chronic disease isn’t a life sentence, but a signal that your body can be restored? In this powerful episode of the Thrive State Podcast, Dr. Kien Vuu (Doctor V) sits down with the legendary Dr. Jeffrey Bland, the “Father of Functional Medicine.” Together, they explore how lifestyle, nutrition, and epigenetics shape our health and how you can reverse dysfunction, optimize your biology, and thrive at any age. 👉 Discover how functional medicine is reshaping healthcare. 👉 Learn how to use sleep, movement, nutrition, and mindset to take control of your genes. 👉 Get inspired by Dr. Bland’s Big Bold Health mission and the science of immuno-rejuvenation. ✨ Resources for Thrivers: 📘 Grab the #1 Bestselling Book Thrive State (2nd Edition): thrivestatebook.com 🎁 Free Longevity & Human Potential Starter Kit: thrivestatestarter.com 🔗 More insights on functional medicine at kienvuu.com Episode Highlights:

Duration:00:51:52

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232. Releasing A Fetish and Awakening Your Power with Kaila Yu

8/18/2025
In this episode, I sit down with author and creator Kaila Yu to explore what it takes to move from external validation to authentic self worth. We talk about the harm of fetishization, the healing power of sobriety and community, Internal Family Systems therapy, and simple practices like meditation and gratitude that actually shift your biology and your story. If you have ever felt invisible or not enough, this one is for you. Content advisory: mentions of addiction and sexual assault. Read more at kienvuu.com Follow @doctorvmd Get the 2nd edition of Thrive State at thrivestatebook.com Download the free Longevity and Performance Starter Kit at thrivestatestarter.com References: IFS evidence and randomized trials, meditation and gratitude research, and reporting on anti Asian violence. Taylor & Francis Onlineifstherapy.orgSpringerLinkJAMA NetworkPBS Episode Highlights:

Duration:00:32:24

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231. The Hidden Truth About Longevity You’ve Never Heard

8/11/2025
Longevity is not just living longer. It is living fully alive. In this Thrive State conversation, Dr. Kien Vuu joins David Meltzer to unpack how meaning, gratitude, and your biology work together to shape health, performance, and legacy. We cover the science of stress, mitochondria, and the default mode network, plus practical shifts that move you from dis-ease to ease. Listen to more episodes: kienvuu.com/podcast Follow @doctorvmd Grab the Thrive State Starter Kit: thrivestatestarter.com Get the Thrive State book: thrivestatebook.com Episode Highlights:

Duration:00:21:50

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230. Stop Chasing, Start Attracting: What Happens When You Finally Wake Up with Victoria Pippo

8/4/2025
What if the anxiety, burnout, or exhaustion you feel isn’t just emotional—but energetic? In this transformative episode of the Thrive State Podcast, Doctor V sits down with healer and intuitive guide Victoria Pippo to explore how energy affects our biology, relationships, and purpose. From grounding and shielding to energetic cleansing, you’ll learn how to shift your frequency and regain control of your inner world. Start reclaiming your energy: 📘 Get the free Thrive State Starter Guide: https://thrivestatestarter.com 🧠 Order Thrive State Book: https://thrivestatebook.com 📲 Follow @doctorvmd Episode Highlights: Why “Energy Is Medicine” Victoria’s Story: From Disney Performer to Healer What Energetic Sovereignty Really Means Reincarnation, Soul Contracts & Free Will Trauma, Tension & Energetic Blocks in the Body Meditation Hacks for Busy Brains Grounding Techniques That Actually Work Energetic Shielding vs. Emotional Numbing Cleansing Practices You Can Start Today Tuning into Your Intuition & Inner Guidance Victoria’s Final Message: Energy as Medicine

Duration:01:04:50

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229. Women's Hormone Optimization: The Truth All Women Need to Know About their Health with Dr. Sarah Daccarett

7/28/2025
What if your fatigue, mood swings, low libido, brain fog, and stubborn weight gain weren’t “just aging” or “just stress”—but signals your hormones are out of balance? In this episode of the Thrive State Podcast, Dr. Kien Vuu sits down with Dr. Sarah Daccarett to uncover the real story behind women's hormone health. They dive into the truth about peri menopause, the myths surrounding hormone replacement therapy (HRT), and why conventional medicine often fails women. If you're feeling off and don’t know why, this conversation could change your life. Watch now and discover how to take back control of your health. Start your journey here: INNER BALANCE COUPON Download the free Thrive Starter Guide: https://thrivestatestarter.com Get the #1 bestselling book Thrive State: https://thrivestatebook.com Follow Doctor V: @doctorvmd Episode Highlights: Meet Dr. Sarah Daccarett Why Women Feel "Off": The Missing Hormone Conversation Are Symptoms Happening Earlier in Life Now? The Overlooked Symptoms of Hormone Imbalance Misdiagnosis and Misinformation in Women’s Health The Truth About Estrogen, Cancer, and Clot Risk Addressing the Fear of Taking Hormones for Life HRT and Fertility: What Women Should Know How to Choose the Right Provider for HRT

Duration:00:46:59

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228. Why This Nobel Prize-Winning Molecule Has the Longevity World Buzzing with Chris Burres

7/21/2025
What if one molecule could help you live longer, think clearer, and recover faster — and it’s backed by a Nobel Prize? In this episode of the Thrive State Podcast, Dr. Kien Vuu (Doctor V) sits down with Chris Burres, research scientist and founder of MyVitalC, to unpack the science behind Carbon 60 (C60) — a molecule so powerful it increased the lifespan of test rats by 90% in a peer-reviewed study. Chris breaks down the connection between oxidative stress, aging, and how ESS60 (a purified version of C60) could be the key to unlocking greater human performance, mental clarity, and cellular longevity. 🧪 The science is real. The potential is massive. Tune in to learn why the longevity world is buzzing about this molecule. 📘 Buy Doctor V’s #1 Amazon Bestseller Thrive State: https://thrivestatebook.com 📥 Download the FREE Longevity & Human Potential Starter Guide: https://thrivestatestarter.com 📲 Follow @doctorvmd for the latest health optimization tools Episode Highlights:

Duration:00:55:17

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227. Transforming Fear into Freedom to Create the Life You've Been Destined For with Akshay Nanavati

7/14/2025
What if fear wasn’t the enemy, but the doorway to your highest self? In this electrifying episode of the Thrive State Podcast, I sit down with former U.S. Marine, polar explorer, and founder of Fearvana, Akshay Nanavati, to unpack how fear, suffering, and self-transcendence can unlock the life you were meant to live. Akshay has faced war, addiction, and darkness—literally. He’s spent 17 days in pitch black stillness. Dragged a 420-pound sled across Antarctica. And lived to teach us what it means to truly transform fear into fuel. 🎧 Download the free Longevity & Human Potential Starter Guide → https://thrivestatestarter.com 📘 Get the #1 Bestselling Book Thrive State (2nd Edition) → https://thrivestatebook.com 👨‍⚕️ Follow @doctorvmd on Instagram → https://instagram.com/doctorvmd Episode Highlights:

Duration:00:43:20

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226. Instant Health and Wealth with This Simple "We Get To" Biohack

7/7/2025
In this heartfelt, unscripted birthday episode of the Thrive State Podcast, Dr. V shares a simple but life-changing mindset shift: “We Get To.” Discover how this single phrase can reset your nervous system, boost your longevity, and unlock your peak performance. Dr. V opens up about his personal growth journey, the power of energy, the role of conventional medicine, and why remembering who we truly are is the best medicine. What You’ll Learn: How your energetic state impacts your DNA The hidden dangers of stress and limiting beliefs Why conventional and energetic medicine must work together The power of gratitude and presence Free Longevity Resources: thrivestatestarter.com Grab the #1 Amazon Bestseller Thrive State (2nd Edition): thrivestatebook.com Chat with Dr. V’s AI: mythrivestate.com/biohack Support your longevity with myvitalc.com/thrivestate Follow Dr. V: Instagram @doctorvmd Episode Highlights:

Duration:00:19:38

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225. From War to Wisdom: Natalia Kholodenko on Healing & Manifestation

6/16/2025
In this special Biohacking Conference edition of the Thrive State Podcast, Dr. Kien Vuu interviews Ukrainian psychologist, media personality, and global inspiration Natalia Kholodenko. From a childhood in a rural Soviet village to becoming a household name in Ukraine, Natalia’s journey is a masterclass in resilience, embodiment, and playful manifestation. Natalia shares the power of visualization, how she used “walking interviews” to manifest a career in media, and why dreaming bigger than your trauma is the key to healing. Her insights blend science, storytelling, and soul — and her presence alone is medicine. 🔹 Visualization + movement to rewire your brain 🔹 The neuroscience of imagination and play 🔹 How trauma can ignite transformation 🔹 Healing through art, color, and embodied emotion 🎁 Get your free Longevity + Performance Starter Kit at thrivestatestarter.com 🎙 Follow Doctor V @doctorvmd 📘 Buy "Thrive State" at thrivestatebook.com Episode Highlights Childhood dreams, Napoleon Hill, and inner worlds Natalia’s rise to media stardom in Ukraine Motivation from poverty and rewriting family patterns First exposure to online work and global community Overcoming fear, judgment, and perfectionism “Walking interviews” as a brain training technique Embodied visualization, play, and neuroplasticity Dreaming bigger than trauma and coaching displaced women Group dream exercises and the power of new people Resilience after loss, stress, and war Drawing, color, and somatic healing tools

Duration:00:51:37