{"podcast":{"title":"Optimal Health Daily - Fitness and Nutrition","slug":"optimal-health-daily-fitness-and-nutrition-323906","podcast_index_feed_id":323906,"rss_url":"https://feeds.megaphone.fm/OLD4549284412","website_url":"https://oldpodcast.com","image_url":"https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/179f5c46-1733-11ec-86d8-6fde4865f964/image/OLD-Cover-Health-3000.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress","author":"Optimal Living Daily LLC","episode_count":3478,"summary":"Optimal Health Daily, hosted by the esteemed Dr. Neal Malik, a tenured professor, registered dietitian nutritionist, and certified exercise physiologist, is a treasure trove of health and wellness insights. Dr. Neal delves into the latest research and timeless wisdom in nutrition, fitness, and diet, presenting them in easy-to-understand, digestible episodes. His expertise shines through as he handpicks and narrates the most informative and inspiring blog posts, offering practical tips and motivational stories to help listeners on their journey to optimal health. Each episode is a blend of science-based information and real-life application, making it a unique resource for anyone looking to improve their health and wellbeing. Dr. Malik's approach is holistic and inclusive, recognizing the importance of balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness. By focusing on diet, fitness, and nutrition, each episode provides you with the tools needed to achieve your health goals. His engaging narration and the podcast's diverse range of topics make it an essential daily listen for you as you seek to lead a healthier, more balanced life. This podcast is designed for those passio…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-26T06:20:20.383708+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/optimal-health-daily-fitness-and-nutrition-323906"},"episode":{"title":"3383: Dopamine by Kerry Ogden on Understanding Dopamine","slug":"3383-dopamine-by-kerry-ogden-on-understanding-dopamine","published_at":"2026-05-03T07:05:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/optimal-health-daily-fitness-and-nutrition-323906/3383-dopamine-by-kerry-ogden-on-understanding-dopamine","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/optimal-health-daily-fitness-and-nutrition-323906","url":"https://traffic.megaphone.fm/OLD1343432680.mp3?updated=1777218176","audio_url":"https://traffic.megaphone.fm/OLD1343432680.mp3?updated=1777218176","summary":"Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3383: Kerry Ogden explores how dopamine, once earned through effort and movement, is now endlessly available through modern technology, rewiring our brains and fueling subtle addiction. By understanding the balance between pleasure and pain, listeners can reclaim control, rebuild natural reward systems, and learn how to thrive in a world overflowing with instant gratification. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://kerryogden.com/2025/11/dopamine/ Quotes to ponder: \"These days, dopamine sources are overly abundant and readily accessible, two main components of addiction.\" \"Smartphones are the new hypodermic needle, delivering a continuous supply of digital dopamine to our prehistoric nervous system turning us into a nation of junkies.\" \"Dopamine is a neurotransmitter and hormone that plays a crucial role in motivation, movement, pleasure, and reward-seeking behavior.\" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices","meta_description":"Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episo…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":624,"processing_state":"processed","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/optimal-health-daily-fitness-and-nutrition-323906/episodes/3383-dopamine-by-kerry-ogden-on-understanding-dopamine/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/optimal-health-daily-fitness-and-nutrition-323906/3383-dopamine-by-kerry-ogden-on-understanding-dopamine.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}