Age Defiantly with Mark Young

Age Defiantly is a podcast for high-performing adults who refuse to accept decline as a normal part of aging.

Hosted by Mark Young, the show explores health, longevity, performance, and mindset through evidence-based conversations with credible experts and practitioners. Each episode focuses on understanding what actually works, why it works, and how to apply it in real life.

This podcast is for entrepreneurs, executives, professionals, and driven individuals who believe health is the foundation of everything else: leadership, relationships, purpose, and long-term success.

No hype. No trends. Just honest conversations, clear thinking, and practical frameworks to help you live with more strength, clarity, and intention for decades to come.

Episodes

Aug 1, 2025

31 min

In Episode 14 of the Performance Driven Living Podcast, Mark welcomes Philip Gladman, the founder and CEO of Do’Mo Drinks, for a conversation that blends sharp marketing insight with cutting-edge wellness innovation. With decades of experience at brands like Procter & Gamble, Diageo, and Seedlip, Philip shares how he leveraged his expertise to launch Do’Mo—a functional beverage designed for people who want calm energy, mental clarity, and no crash. They dive into the problem with traditional energy drinks, how nootropics and adaptogens are changing the game, and what it takes to build a product that supports the mind and body. This episode is a masterclass in mission-driven product innovation—and a wake-up call for anyone still relying on sugar-loaded caffeine bombs to get through the day. 00:04:05 – Why Philip left the big-brand world to launch a functional drink startup 00:09:27 – The hidden downside of caffeine culture—and what we’re really seeking 00:14:18 – What makes Do’Mo different: inside the formula, flavor, and purpose 00:21:03 – The science of calm energy and why your brain loves nootropics 00:29:40 – How Do’Mo is disrupting the wellness beverage space—and what’s next Learn more about Do’Mo: https://www.drink-domo.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drinkdomo/?next=%2F&hl=en LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/philip-gladman-76a75540/
 

Aug 1, 2025

31 min

Jul 29, 2025

32 min

In Episode 13 of Performance Driven Living, Mark Young sits down with Philipp von Holtzendorff-Fehling, the visionary founder and CEO of Leela Quantum Tech. From his roots as a high-powered executive at T-Mobile to his radical shift into consciousness work and energy healing, Philipp’s story is a powerful journey of transformation.From blocking harmful EMFs to transmitting healing frequencies into water, food, and even your body, this conversation unpacks how subtle energy fields can produce massive shifts in your vitality, focus, and resilience. You’ll learn how Leela devices are engineered, what “quantum consciousness” really means, and how to start integrating this leading-edge tech into your wellness journey. Whether you’re a biohacker, wellness seeker, or simply curious about what’s beyond the physical, this conversation is mind-expanding and deeply practical. 00:03:19 – Philipp shares how he went from T-Mobile executive to quantum tech entrepreneur. 00:09:42 – What is quantum energy—and how can it affect the human body? 00:16:30 – The real impact of EMFs and how Leela Quantum Tech devices create energetic balance. 00:22:15 – Understanding frequency transmission: water, intention, and the unseen field. 00:30:47 – Philipp’s vision for the future: collective healing through quantum consciousness.Stay connected with Philipp and Leela Quantum Tech: https://leelaq.com/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/leelaquantumtech Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/philipp_vhf/?hl=en LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/philippvonholtzendorfffehling/?locale=en_US YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/QuantumPowerChannel Telegram - https://t.me/joinchat/TjMZYFfr8z6OldU3DxpGsA

Jul 29, 2025

32 min

Jul 25, 2025

37 min

In Episode 12 of The Performance Driven Living Podcast, Mark sits down with Dr. Richard Drucker, the visionary founder behind Drucker Labs and the revolutionary IntraMAX supplement. With decades of experience in naturopathic medicine and trace mineral research, Dr. Drucker shares how fulvic acid, carbon-bound nutrients, and liquid delivery systems are transforming the way we nourish and detox the body at a cellular level. In this episode, you'll learn why most supplements don’t work—and what makes Dr. Drucker's formulas different. He explains the power of intraCELL™ technology, why toxins disrupt everything from hormones to immunity, and how real health starts with absorption and cellular repair. Whether you're a health professional or just passionate about performance, this conversation offers a masterclass in true foundational wellness. 00:04:26 – Dr. Drucker explains why 95% of supplements fail—and how fulvic acid changes the game. 00:11:42 – The origins of IntraMAX and the journey to creating a carbon-bonded liquid supplement. 00:18:55 – How toxins sabotage your energy, hormones, and immune system—and what to do about it. 00:26:40 – What makes intraCELL™ delivery different (and why absorption matters more than ingredients). 00:33:33 – Dr. Drucker’s vision for the future of functional medicine and foundational health. Explore Drucker Labs and IntraMAX products: https://store.druckerlabs.com/collections/new-all
Stay connected with Drucker Labs for science-backed wellness tips and product updates: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DruckerLabs/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/druckerlabs/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/drucker-labs/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@Drucker_Labs Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/druckerlabs/
 

Jul 25, 2025

37 min

Jul 22, 2025

1 hr 4 min

In this episode of The Performance Driven Living Podcast, Mark sits down with JJ Virgin—celebrity nutrition expert, four-time New York Times best-selling author, and powerhouse voice in functional health and personal resilience. JJ unpacks the truth about weight loss resistance, metabolic health, food intolerance, and why sugar is sabotaging your performance. But this conversation goes deeper—into mindset, trauma, parenting through crisis, and what it really takes to rise after life knocks you down. From her son's near-death accident to building a media empire rooted in truth and transformation, JJ's story is both practical and profoundly inspiring. If you’re ready to live beyond limits—physically, mentally, and emotionally—this episode is a must-watch. 00:03:21 – JJ opens up about the accident that changed everything—and how she turned tragedy into purpose. 00:10:09 – What most people get wrong about weight loss resistance (and how to fix it). 00:17:48 – The truth about food intolerance: why “healthy” foods might be hurting you. 00:25:34 – JJ’s 3-part strategy for rebuilding your metabolism, energy, and mindset. 00:33:50 – How to shift from surviving to thriving—and build real emotional resilience. Want more from JJ? Check out her books, podcast, and wellness programs: https://jjvirgin.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/JJVirginOfficial/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jj.virgin/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jj.virgin YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/jjvirginvideos Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/jjvirgin/
 

Jul 22, 2025

1 hr 4 min

Jul 18, 2025

38 min

In Episode 10 of Performance Driven Living, Mark Young is joined by Seth Casden, CEO and Co-founder of Hologenix, the innovative company behind CELLIANT®—a clinically tested infrared-responsive textile technology that transforms body heat into infrared energy to enhance circulation and cellular performance. Seth shares the science and strategy behind CELLIANT’s rise in the wellness, performance, and medical markets. From wearable recovery to sleep optimization, he reveals how their patented fiber technology is helping people improve energy, endurance, and recovery—simply by wearing it. You’ll also hear about the entrepreneurial journey behind the scenes: scaling innovation, working with regulators, and building a biotech company that’s changing how we think about clothing, comfort, and human potential. Get 20% OFF CELLIANT-powered products and experience the benefits of infrared-infused performance. Use code DREAM20 at https://shopcelliant.com/ 00:04:03 – What is CELLIANT? Seth explains the technology and how it turns body heat into performance-enhancing infrared energy. 00:11:47 – How Hologenix positioned a textile innovation into wellness, sports, and medical industries. 00:17:21 – The science of circulation, recovery, and cellular energy—and how CELLIANT supports all three. 00:25:14 – Navigating FDA clearance and the process of validating performance claims in biotech. 00:33:02 – Seth opens up about entrepreneurial grit, adapting to market feedback, and staying mission-driven. For more information about CELLIANT - https://celliant.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/CELLIANT/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/celliant LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/celliant/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/CelliantUSA%20 X - https://x.com/Celliant To connect with Seth - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethcasden/?utm_medium=banner

Jul 18, 2025

38 min

Jul 15, 2025

51 min

In Episode 9 of Performance Driven Living, Mark Young welcomes Andi Lew—certified wellness coach, international TV host, and 9-time best-selling author—for a soul-shifting conversation on conscious vitality, emotional healing, and living with radiant health. With 30 years of experience in natural health, media, and storytelling, Andi brings her signature spark to this dialogue, unpacking how we can release, rejuvenate, and truly revitalize—inside and out. From heartbreak to heart coherence, dating to detoxing, this episode is for anyone ready to rewrite their wellness story. Andi shares the tools, philosophies, and science-backed rituals that have helped her defy aging, deepen relationships, and stay aligned in both body and spirit. Whether you're biohacking your way to better health or rebuilding after emotional burnout, Andi reminds us: to feel is to heal. Explore Andi’s work, books & cooking school: https://www.andilew.com 00:03:19 – Andi shares how a traumatic heartbreak led her to deeper healing—and why she wrote her latest book. 00:11:02 – Why self-regulation is the new superpower—and how Andi uses heart coherence to anchor herself daily. 00:19:38 – How to date consciously in a modern world: boundaries, attraction, and knowing your worth. 00:28:16 – Biohacking for women: Andi’s favorite tools and rituals for ageless wellness and energy. 00:35:50 – Why spiritual confidence matters—and how trusting your intuition is the ultimate form of self-care.
Connect with Andi: https://www.andilew.com
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/EatFatBeThinSugarFreeDairyFreeWheatFreeRecipes
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/andi.lew/
 

Jul 15, 2025

51 min

Jul 11, 2025

46 min

In Episode 8 of Performance Driven Living, Mark Young is joined by Jonathan Hacker, CEO and founder of NeurGear—a company pioneering wearable neurotechnology to empower people to optimize their mental and physical health.Jonathan shares the story behind the ZenBud device, a breakthrough tool that uses vagus nerve stimulation to help users shift from stress to calm in just minutes. Backed by neuroscience and designed with the user in mind, NeurGear is on a mission to revolutionize how we manage cognitive and emotional health—without drugs or guesswork. They also dive into entrepreneurship, innovation, and the deep connection between purpose, faith, and performance. 00:04:17 – Jonathan explains how NeurGear stimulates the vagus nerve—and why that’s the key to unlocking calm-on-command. 00:10:33 – The “proof moment” when Jonathan tested the prototype on himself—and felt it work for the first time. 00:17:22 – Why stress is the hidden bottleneck for human performance, and how NeurGear is changing that narrative. 00:26:00 – From biotech labs to business plans—how NeurGear went from concept to commercialization. 00:33:47 – Jonathan opens up about purpose, faith, and how spiritual clarity fuels innovation. Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/zenbudhealth Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/zenbudhealth/# LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-hacker TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@zenbudhealth
 

Jul 11, 2025

46 min

Jul 8, 2025

40 min

In Episode 7 of Performance Driven Living, Mark sits down with Lisa Piper and Wendy Cohn-Osbourne, co-founders of Code Health—a company revolutionizing human wellness through cutting-edge biotechnology and trauma-informed healing. Lisa and Wendy share how unresolved emotional patterns shape our performance, relationships, and overall health. Together, they break down the hidden influence of trauma, how subconscious “codes” are formed, and the power of rewriting them. This episode dives into the science of bioenergetics, nervous system regulation, and how high performers can move from survival to freedom. Whether you're optimizing your mind or healing your body, this episode gives you a powerful new lens on transformation. Get 20% OFF Code Health therapeutic formulas and programs—designed to support both humans and animals. Use code MARK at checkout → https://codehealthshop.com/ 00:04:26 – Lisa and Wendy share how their personal trauma stories collided—and the “code” they discovered was running their lives. 00:13:41 – What is Code Health? A breakdown of how subconscious beliefs are “written” and how to start rewriting them. 00:21:33 – Wendy explains why trauma isn’t always about what happened—but how your nervous system experienced it. 00:30:09 – The concept of “earned secure attachment”—and why healing requires both safety and challenge. 00:37:46 – How high performers unknowingly run on trauma responses—and what it takes to live beyond survival mode. Connect with Katie: https://codehealthshop.com/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSYbvzESA8mnSgu8OUMRzwQ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/codehealthshop Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/codehealthshop/ X - https://x.com/codehealthshop

Jul 8, 2025

40 min

Jul 4, 2025

56 min

In this special crossover episode of Performance Driven Living and Spirit Sessions, Mark Young and Katie Silcox dive deep into the intersection of ancient wisdom and modern healing. Katie—New York Times Best-Selling Author of Healthy, Happy, Sexy: Ayurveda Wisdom for Modern Women—shares how the science of Ayurveda, emotional energy, and feminine intelligence are reshaping how we view performance, purpose, and healing. The conversation flows from cosmic downloads to practical embodiment. Together, they unpack trauma, self-abandonment, masculine/feminine balance, and the power of being fully you—even when it’s messy. This episode invites you to listen to your body, soften your armor, and reclaim your inner wisdom.Unlock $100 off Katie Silcox’s Shakti Ayurveda School Level 1 Training—a yearlong 300-hour deep dive into Divine Feminine Ayurveda, Tantra, and holistic medicine. This transformational program blends spiritual wisdom with modern science, psychology, and women's healing traditions. Use code POD100 at checkout: https://theshaktischool.com/ayurveda-school/ 00:03:39 – Katie shares how her corporate past and emotional unraveling led her to Ayurveda and founding her feminine-led business. 00:12:54 – “The body is the only thing that never lies.” Katie breaks down why embodied intelligence matters more than mindset. 00:21:13 – A bold take on masculine vs. feminine energy in the healing space—and why burnout is often a trauma response. 00:29:45 – Katie and Mark discuss the danger of spiritual bypassing and the power of sitting with discomfort instead of fixing it. 00:37:58 – Why reclaiming ‘messiness’ is sacred—and how high performers can integrate softness without losing strength. Connect with Katie: https://theshaktischool.com/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheShaktiSchool Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheShaktiSchool/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theshaktischool

Jul 4, 2025

56 min

Jul 1, 2025

51 min

In this no-filter episode of Performance Driven Living, Mark Young sits down with comedian, content creator, and cultural commentator JP Sears (aka AwakenWithJP) to talk about truth, freedom, and staying grounded in a world gone sideways.   
Known for his viral satirical videos, JP opens up about the deeper motivations behind his humor, how fatherhood has sharpened his perspective, and why freedom of thought is the hill he's willing to die on. They dive into the psychology of censorship, cancel culture, masculine identity, and what it really means to live with purpose in today’s noisy world. 
It’s raw, funny, and unapologetically honest. If you're craving clarity, courage, and maybe a few laughs along the way—this episode delivers. 
 
00:03:47 – JP opens up about how fear of rejection shaped his early career—and how stepping into truth changed everything. 
00:10:21 – “The opposite of courage isn’t fear—it’s conformity.” JP explores why speaking truth is more important than being liked. 
00:15:36 – How becoming a father shifted JP’s priorities and deepened his mission to protect freedom for the next generation. 
00:24:01 – JP and Mark dive into cancel culture, social pressure, and what it takes to stand your ground when the world pushes back. 
00:29:53 – A raw, spiritual reflection on why choosing truth is always worth the discomfort—and how it leads to purpose. 
 
 
Follow JP Sears: https://awakenwithjp.com/ 
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@AwakenWithJP
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/awakenwithjp/
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@awakenwithjp
X - https://x.com/awakenwithjp
Rumble - https://rumble.com/c/AwakenWithJP
 

Jul 1, 2025

51 min

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