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

Jun 27, 2025

36 min

In Episode 5 of the Performance Driven Living podcast, Mark Young is joined by Dr. Fab Mancini—world-renowned chiropractor, educator, and author—to explore the future of healthcare, purpose-driven living, and how true wellness starts from within. Dr. Fab dives into his personal transformation from pain and anger to purpose and peace. Together, they discuss the pitfalls of symptom-based medicine, the power of intention and energy, and how healing the root cause—not just the symptoms—can unlock new levels of physical and emotional performance. This episode is a masterclass in mindset, wellness, and self-leadership. Whether you're a high performer, a health practitioner, or someone simply seeking purpose, this conversation will leave you empowered to pursue wellness with clarity and confidence. 00:03:14 – Dr. Fab shares the story of how he overcame pain, anger, and disconnection to discover a life of intention and inner peace. 00:13:47 – The broken model of symptom-based medicine—and why real health starts with listening to your body’s signals. 00:22:58 – How energy, emotion, and frequency impact healing—and the role of vibrational medicine in the future of care. 00:32:01 – Dr. Fab’s take on emotional inflammation: how resentment and fear affect your health more than diet or exercise. 00:42:19 – A powerful message on why healing is about alignment, not achievement—and how to live with purpose and compassion. Connect with Dr. Fab at: https://www.drfabmancini.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrFabMancini Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drfabmancini/ X - https://x.com/drfabmancini YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@DrFabMancini LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/fabmancini/

Jun 27, 2025

36 min

Jun 24, 2025

57 min

In this episode of the Performance Driven Living podcast, Mark sits down with Linda and Joseph Bamber—the visionary mother-son team behind WAVwatch. Their mission? To bring sound frequency therapy into the mainstream of wellness, healing, and entrepreneurship.Discover how WAVwatch began as a response to a personal health crisis and evolved into a wearable frequency-based wellness tool with over 1,000 frequencies designed to support everything from emotional balance to organ health. We also dive into the science (and controversy) behind frequency therapy, the family dynamics of building a wellness brand together, and the surprising parallels between ancient wisdom, spirituality, and modern-day biohacking. Whether you're new to frequency-based health or a longtime believer, this conversation will challenge your assumptions, ignite your curiosity, and maybe even have you Googling Rife technology by the end. Stay tuned until the end for a hilarious story involving bowel support, baby-calming frequencies, and why the Bamber family might be the most emotionally mature startup team ever. 00:02:32 – Mark describes his personal experience with WAVwatch and shares a surprising story involving a college professor and biohacking. 00:18:06 – Linda reveals how a personal family health crisis sparked the idea behind WAVwatch. 00:31:40 – Joseph explains how they market frequency-based technology to skeptics—and the snake oil accusations they’ve faced. 00:37:17 – A real-life story about accidental frequency-induced diarrhea that proves WAVwatch works (maybe too well). 00:52:53 – The team discusses love, frequency, and spiritual coherence—how the highest frequency a human can emit might be authenticity. Where to find WAVwatch Visit https://www.wavwatch.com/Use CODE: "Freedom" for $100 OFF WAVwatch products at - https://buy.wavwatch.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/wavwatch Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thewavwatch/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@UC-5G54Xp9DqG9dP3co06Qhw

Jun 24, 2025

57 min

Jun 20, 2025

53 min

In this episode of the Performance Driven Living Podcast, Mark welcomes Sandy Martin—author, former Comic-Con organizer, and the visionary behind the Biohacker Expo—for a raw and riveting conversation on personal health, mold toxicity, and the functional medicine rabbit hole. Sandy shares her deeply personal journey of battling mold toxicity, cognitive decline, and misinformation in the health and wellness industry. From investing over $100,000 in fruitless medical treatments to discovering unconventional healing methods like sound therapy, Sandy’s story is one of resilience, self-advocacy, and purpose-driven transformation. They discuss her new book, "Biohacking Starts With No", which exposes the systemic issues in both conventional and functional medicine, offers insights for those starting their health journey, and empowers listeners to reclaim their wellness without falling prey to hype, snake oil, or expensive guesswork. Whether you're new to biohacking or deeply immersed in the space, this episode will shift your mindset on healing and ignite a more critical, empowered approach to health. 00:00:56 – From Comic-Con to Mold Toxicity: Sandy’s Health Collapse Sandy Martin shares her backstory—from organizing Comic-Cons nationwide to being physically and cognitively crippled by mold toxicity. 00:03:21 – Discovery Through Biohacking & Founding the Biohacker Expo After spending over $100K searching for answers, Sandy becomes a self-taught biohacker. 00:07:59 – Inflammation, Menopause & Misdiagnosis Sandy explains her perspective that many perimenopausal symptoms are misdiagnosed. 00:20:56 – Biohacking Starts With “No”: Setting Boundaries in Wellness Sandy reflects on how saying "no" to medications, shady vendors, and misleading treatments shaped her healing journey. 00:43:59 – Practical First Steps to Getting Healthy (Without Spending $100K) Sandy shares advice for people overwhelmed by health issues but unable to afford testing. She recommends starting with sleep, cutting seed oils, and eliminating processed foods. Where to find Sandy Martin Sandy’s book: BiohackingStartsWithNo.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/speakwithsandy/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/speakwithsandy/

Jun 20, 2025

53 min

Jun 17, 2025

44 min

In this powerful episode of the Performance Driven Living podcast, Mark Young reunites with Dr. Chris Motley at the Dave Asprey Biohacking Conference for a wide-ranging conversation about wellness, spiritual growth, AI in medicine, and how today’s younger generations are shifting the culture of health." From the launch of the Lifelong Well-Being Foundation to eye-opening insights on how artificial intelligence is transforming diagnostics and practitioner objectivity, this episode will challenge the way you think about healthcare, technology, and the future of personalized wellness. Whether you're a doctor, student, entrepreneur, or health-conscious individual—this episode is packed with wisdom, laughs, and actionable ideas. Don’t miss Dr. Motley’s perspective on cycles of behavior, generational change, and why AI may be your next clinical assistant. 00:02:05 – The Lifelong Well-Being Foundation & College Wellness Mark introduces a new nonprofit aimed at helping students develop healthy life skills and shift toxic college culture into something empowering. 00:06:32 – Cultural Shifts in Young Adults A discussion on the decline of alcohol consumption and the surprising rise of spiritual growth among Gen Z and Gen Alpha. 00:17:08 – AI as a Clinical Partner Mark shares how he uses AI to generate diagnostic and strategic insights by combining wisdom from top health experts and real patient profiles. 00:27:59 – Confirmation Bias and the Power of Objectivity Mark discusses how we often get attached to our first solution—and how AI helps us remain open-minded in diagnostics and problem solving. 00:38:53 – Collaboration in Functional Medicine and AI Chris explains how overwhelmed practitioners can use AI to enhance accuracy, reduce burnout, and improve patient care by embracing tech as a thinking partner. Where to find Dr. Chris Motley Visit https://www.doctormotley.com/ Catch the latest episode of the Ancient Health Podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/playlistlist=PLyD_4AWCyF1qsBrF_lkEvX56JU3ZIni7h Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/doctormotley/?hl=en X - https://x.com/doctormotley YouTube - Catch the latest episode of the Ancient Health Podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyD_4AWCyF1qsBrF_lkEvX56JU3ZIni7h

Jun 17, 2025

44 min

Jun 12, 2025

41 min

In this episode of the Performance-Driven Living Podcast, we sit down with the one and only Del Bigtree—CEO of MAHA Action and host of The HighWire. Filmed live at the Changing Life & Destiny Conference in Plano, Texas, this is one conversation you do NOT want to miss.Del shares his bold perspectives on the future of health, the failures of mainstream medicine, and how the COVID crisis exposed deeper systemic issues. We dive into vaccine safety, the rise of chronic illness, political awakenings, and how MAHA Action is leading the charge in transforming America's approach to wellness—from school lunches to functional medicine infrastructure. This is the health revolution, and it's happening right now. Whether you're in holistic health, clinical medicine, or just starting to take your health seriously—this episode will challenge you, inspire you, and empower you.03:13 – A revolution in health and medicine 08:42 – America wakes up: Health is your personal responsibility 11:47 – The political flip: Natural health & party realignment 20:24 – The overlooked ripple effects of toxic exposure 26:06 – What’s next for MAHA Action: Legislation, school food, and real change33:09 – Addiction, trauma, and Bobby Kennedy’s recovery legacy Get Involved!Learn more about MAHA Action: https://www.mahaaction.com Support your state’s health legislation. Join the grassroots movement—your voice and presence matter Where to find Del Bigtree: Go to https://www.mahaaction.com/ Del's Instagram -   / delbigtree   The HighWire Show -   / the_highwire_official   MAHA Action -   / mahaaction   LinkedIn -   / del-bigtree-0320027   IMDb - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1454011/ Facebook -   / 61576973114046   X - https://x.com/delbigtree?lang=en Mark Young https://www.instagram.com/themarkyoun... Radical Generosity - https://www.amazon.com/Radical-Genero...

Jun 12, 2025

41 min

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