{"podcast":{"title":"First Principles","slug":"first-principles-7708985","podcast_index_feed_id":7708985,"rss_url":"https://feeds.megaphone.fm/PODAGEN4765221373","website_url":null,"image_url":"https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/06eebd2a-0779-11f1-826e-37926ac18342/image/fca7c8febd1441fc3b0d54084418b06d.png?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress","author":"Adrian Wells","episode_count":426,"summary":"First Principles isn't another business podcast recycling the same startup stories. Adrian Wells takes the fundamentals that actually matter and breaks them down like you're having coffee with the smartest professor you ever had. Wells spent twelve years teaching philosophy and critical thinking before ditching the lecture hall for the microphone. Turns out, the same principles that help you think clearly about ancient Greek ethics also work pretty well for modern business decisions. Who knew? Every episode strips away the latest trends and buzzwords to focus on the core ideas that don't change. How to actually evaluate evidence when everyone's throwing around statistics. Why most \"revolutionary\" business advice is just old wine in new bottles. The thinking patterns that separate smart decisions from lucky guesses. You won't get hyped-up success stories or flavor-of-the-month strategies. Instead, you'll learn how to think through problems the way philosophers have for centuries, applied to the stuff that matters in your work and life right now. Multiple new episodes drop daily, so there's always something fresh when you need it. Follow now if you're ready to think better, not just…","last_synced_at":"2026-09-20T02:18:54.580675+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/first-principles-7708985"},"episode":{"title":"Your Poop Is Telling You Something: Top Gut Doctor Reveals Warning Signs","slug":"your-poop-is-telling-you-something-top-gut-doctor-reveals-warning-signs","published_at":"2026-09-13T07:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/first-principles-7708985/your-poop-is-telling-you-something-top-gut-doctor-reveals-warning-signs","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/first-principles-7708985","url":"https://traffic.megaphone.fm/PODAGEN8544451802.mp3?updated=1776258350","audio_url":"https://traffic.megaphone.fm/PODAGEN8544451802.mp3?updated=1776258350","summary":"That brown mess in your toilet bowl? It's basically your gut's daily report card. Most people flush and forget, but gastroenterologist Dr. Will Bulsiewicz says you're missing critical health intel every single day. In this episode, Adrian Wells breaks down the science of what your poop is actually telling you about your body. 🎯 What You'll Learn: • The Bristol Stool Chart doctors use worldwide and why Types 1 and 7 are red flags • When red poop means \"call your doctor now\" vs. \"you ate too many beets last night\" • Why floating poop might signal pancreatic problems and what to do about it • Simple gut microbiome changes that can transform your digestion in weeks 👤 Perfect for: lifelong learners and anyone who wants to decode their body's daily health signals without getting squeamish about it. 📍 Chapters: [00:00] Adrian Wells introduces the science behind poop analysis [01:30] The Bristol Stool Chart breakdown every adult should know [04:00] Color coding your health: when to worry, when to relax [07:00] Your gut microbiome's 1,000+ bacterial species explained [10:00] Dr. Bulsiewicz's simple changes for better gut health [12:00] Red flag symptoms that need immediate medical attention Look, talking about poop isn't exactly dinner conversation, but your digestive health affects everything from your immune system to your mood. Dr. Bulsiewicz has spent years studying gut health, and his insights could literally save your life. This isn't just gross-out science for shock value. It's practical knowledge that helps you spot problems early and make changes that actually matter for your long-term health. 🔔 Never miss an episode: Follow First Principles on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and turn on notifications. New episodes drop daily, your next favorite insight is one tap away. 🔍 To…","meta_description":"That brown mess in your toilet bowl? It's basically your gut's daily report card. 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