Dave and Hannah speak on various topics including marriage, government intrusion into personal life, and the housing epidemic. Special topics include the Lady of Shallots.

Dave covers the benefits of melatonin in regulating the circadian rhythm and covers common pitfalls with supplementing melatonin. Dave covers an optimal dosage of 300 mcg and cites some of the literature supporting this dosage. Dosages of greater than 300 mcg has been associated with negative effects, such as lowered body temperature.

Dave covers Dr. Broda Barnes and his approach to treating hypothyroidism, relaying vital points of Hypothyroidism: The Unsuspected Illness. Dave covers the clinical successes of Dr. Barnes' thyroid therapy and goes into specific details regarding the treatment protocol.

Dave provides some tips on how to avoid some negative effects coffee drinking. Caffeine has a stimulatory effect effect on metabolism and protects the nervous system from stress. Topics covered include some common pitfalls associated with consumption. In future episodes, Dave goes into greater detail on how to maximize coffee as a metabolic support supplement, and touches upon additions such as niacinamide (vitamin B3), which can be used to counter some of the anxiety associated with coffee consumption.

Welcome to our podcast dedicated to exploring the groundbreaking work of two medical pioneers, Dr. Broda Barnes and Dr. Ray Peat, in the field of thyroid supplementation.

Dr. Broda Barnes was a respected endocrinologist who believed that the standard medical approach to thyroid treatment was insufficient. His research and published works focused on the use of desiccated thyroid extract as a more effective form of thyroid supplementation. We'll delve into his research and explore how his method has been used to effectively treat thyroid disorders.

Dr. Ray Peat is a well-known biologist and researcher who has made significant contributions to our understanding of thyroid hormones and their impact on overall health. His published work emphasizes the importance of balancing the thyroid hormone triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4) to optimize metabolism and improve overall health. We'll discuss his findings and how they can be applied to achieve optimal thyroid function.