Chasing Life

It can be stressful making sure we get enough sleep, especially as we age. But the good news is there’s no rule that a full night's rest means being deeply unconscious for eight hours straight. Dr. Sanjay Gupta answers listeners’ questions about whether to be worried about sleep habits, with help from internist Dr. Brienne Miner.

This episode was produced by Madeleine Thompson

Medical Writer: Andrea Kane Showrunner: Dan Bloom Technical Director: Dan Dzula

Sr. Director of Podcasts: Zach Goldbaum
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Once defending goals in Major League Soccer, Dr. Marshall Leonard now defends lives as a physician. Today, he shares the wisdom that carried him through life transitions. Plus, the time he faced Brazilian soccer legend, Ronaldinho.

This episode was produced by Sofia Sanchez.

Medical Writer: Andrea Kane

Showrunner: Dan Bloom

Technical Director: Dan Dzula

Sr. Director of Podcasts: Zach Goldbaum
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When Lionel Messi and fellow stars of the FIFA World Cup enter "the zone," what's happening in their brains? Today, neuroscientist Dr. Rui Costa tells Sanjay how you can think like a top athlete and find your own "flow state."

This episode was produced by Sofía Sanchez.

Medical writer: Andrea Kane

Showrunner: Dan Bloom

Technical Director: Dan Dzula

Sr. Director of Podcasts: Zach Goldbaum
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We all know we should brush and floss our teeth. But the reason goes beyond a sparkling smile and keeping bad breath at bay. The mouth is a critical and often overlooked organ when it comes to improving overall health. Dr. Sanjay Gupta sits down with Dr. Kami Hoss, author of “If Your Mouth Could Talk,” to discuss the importance of oral health and the brushing routine he recommends for morning and night. 

For more on Dr. Hoss’ oral care recommendations, check out his e-book: https://supermouthcdn.blob.core.windows.net/website/The_Oral_Care_Revolution.pdf 

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Editors’ Note: This episode originally aired in January of 2026 and was assembled from two interviews (one host-led and one producer-led) that took place on separate occasions.

Our show was produced by Sofia Sanchez.

Medical Writer: Andrea Kane

Showrunner: Dan Bloom

Technical Director: Dan Dzula

Sr. Director of Podcasts: Zach Goldbaum
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Strength training can be confusing enough on its own. But mix in what —and when— to eat, and you might just choose to sit on the couch instead. Dr. Sanjay Gupta serves up answers in this episode of Paging Dr. Gupta. Plus, getting to the root cause of hair loss in women can help narrow down treatment choice.

This episode originally aired in January of 2026.

Produced by Andrea Kane & Madeleine Thompson

Medical Writer: Andrea Kane

Showrunner: Dan Bloom

Technical Director: Dan Dzula
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