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#826: Q&A with Tim — Supplements I’m Taking, Austin vs. SF, Training for Mental Performance, Current Go-To AI Tools, Recovering from Surgery, Intermittent Fasting, and More

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#826: Q&A with Tim — Supplements I’m Taking, Austin vs. SF, Training for Mental Performance, Current Go-To AI Tools, Recovering from Surgery, Intermittent Fasting, and More

The Tim Ferriss Show

2025/09/09
The Tim Ferriss Show

The Tim Ferriss Show

2025/09/09
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This episode is a solo Q&A session where I answer a bunch of questions. We covered a ton of ground, from personal health protocols to professional frameworks and creative projects.  This episode is brought to you by: Eight Sleep Pod Cover 5 sleeping solu...

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In this solo Q&A episode, Tim Ferriss answers a wide range of listener questions, covering everything from personal health protocols and recovery from surgery to professional frameworks for decision-making and creative projects. He shares his current supplement regimen, his changed views on intermittent fasting, and his workflow for using AI to cross-reference medical advice. The conversation also delves into the challenges of retail distribution for his game Coyote, the meta skills needed for the AI era, and the importance of saying 'no' to good opportunities in favor of 'hell, yes' moments.
00:00
Tim Ferriss hosts a solo Q&A covering supplements, intermittent fasting, AI tools, and more.
06:00
Data from fans and stores improves placement
09:19
Sequencing and decongestion are key to recovery.
16:22
AI talent density is highest in SF
19:06
Cross-referencing AI findings with professionals is essential.
27:09
Intermittent fasting and DORA class sleep medications are of interest for potential Alzheimer's risk mitigation.
31:58
Accessing immersive nature in Texas is challenging due to private land ownership.
32:49
A trade I'd make again
34:35
Don't wait to start giving.
37:45
He now practices it, finding improved blood work and performance.
42:45
Still has childhood D&D relics and marine biology books.
43:06
Glacier National Park is a dream location
43:43
A disaster that became a gift.
45:53
Peak positive experiences are often simple, low-cost activities.
49:06
Fasting research was abandoned due to ethical restrictions.
52:58
A magical experience at a Zen meditation retreat.
53:22
Hyper-adaptability and world-class learning are the two most valuable meta skills.
56:57
The Coyote project is a high-return experiment.
1:02:43
Fix metabolism before using smart drugs.
1:06:31
Avoids self-promotion on environmental projects
1:08:32
Taiwan has preserved culture, friendly people, great food, and natural beauty.
1:11:06
Not yet is more valuable than no
1:14:15
Finishing the Coyote project comes first.
1:14:47
Wired over-ear headphones are more reliable for podcasting.
1:15:16
Uncrowded channels offer significant opportunity.
1:16:21
Gendered differences in fasting responses
1:17:24
Robert Rodriguez handles multiple projects simultaneously
1:17:24
Fast neutron reactors and nuclear power in China vs. the US
1:19:06
Mohonk Mountain House offers diverse activities for extended family outings.
1:20:31
Tim confirms plans for NO BOOK meetups.

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Coyote retail distribution challenges and data gathering.
06:00
Elbow surgery recovery: sequencing, decongestion, Marc Pro device, peptides, BFR training.
09:12
California vs. Austin for builders, mechanical engineers, and tech startups.
16:14
Using AI for medical advice workflow (and cross-referencing with professionals).
19:06
Current supplement regimen and PAGG/AGG status.
23:51
California vs. Texas considerations for aspiring parents.
31:54
Saying "No" to good things for "Hell, yes" moments.
32:48
Philanthropy lessons learned since starting Saisei Foundation.
34:34
Something I've changed my mind about recently: intermittent fasting.
37:45
Precious items from childhood I still keep: D&D relics and marine biology books.
42:44
Bucket list hike: Glacier National Park.
43:03
How the catalytic chaos of publishing The 4-Hour Chef led to launching this podcast.
43:42
Bringing delight vs. sixth-gear, high-performance focus.
45:52
Thoughts on extended human fasting research from the Soviet era.
49:05
Most magical New Mexico experience: Mountain Cloud Zen Center meditation retreat.
52:58
Meta skills for the AI era: Hyper-adaptability and world-class learning.
53:22
The (real and ideal) future of CØCKPUNCH/Legends of Varlata.
54:01
Competitive chess training enhancement: glucose management, intermittent fasting, MCT oil.
59:47
Behind-the-scenes projects: Fusion, algae feed additives, meat alternatives.
1:06:31
Countries I wish I had visited earlier, and places I'd still like to see.
1:08:32
"Not yet" vs. "No" in early growth phases.
1:11:06
Post Coyote, do I have any future games in the works?
1:14:14
Over-ear vs. in-ear headphones for podcasting.
1:14:46
What's the uncrowded channel right now?
1:15:16
Recommendations for Dr. Mindy Pelz.
1:16:17
Robert Rodriguez and project juggling.
1:16:58
Fast neutron reactors and the Bugatti of ketones.
1:17:24
Extended family outings and Mahonk Mountain House.
1:19:05
NO BOOK meetup plans?
1:20:31
Parting thoughts.
1:20:54

Transcript

Tim Ferriss: Hello, boys and girls, ladies and germs, and welcome to a special episode of The Tim Ferriss Show. I am Tim Ferriss. This episode is a solo Q&A session where I answer a bunch of questions across a lot of topics submitted by members of the priv...