Resilient Hearts: Care, Courage & Science with Lisa Tamati
Release Date: 02/07/2025
Pushing The Limits
Are you over 40 or 50 and struggling with belly fat, low energy, stubborn weight gain, and being told “it’s just your age”? I’m here to tell you - that is absolute rubbish. I’m 57 years old, with visible abs, balanced hormones, high energy, low inflammation, and I train 85% less than when I was running ultra-marathons. This video reveals the exact science-based blueprint I used to transform my body — and how you can do it too. After decades battling eating disorders, hormone chaos, inflammation, and even gaining weight while running 52 marathons...
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Join host Lisa as she dives deep with Chartered Financial Analyst Cern Basher from on Tesla's cutting-edge innovations, Elon Musk's bold visions for space tech and AI, MicroStrategy's Bitcoin treasury plays, and the evolving world of finance in an energy-based economy. From factory tours to market volatility, get insider insights on investing in Tesla, Bitcoin, NVIDIA, and more. Don't miss this timely discussion on automation's societal impacts, free speech via X (formerly Twitter), and the race for AI supremacy. Guest Bio: Cern Basher is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) at Brilliant...
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The Bitcoin payment revolution is here and it’s changing how the world moves money. In this episode of Pushing the Limits, Lisa Tamati sits down with Dr. Simon Collins, Co-Founder and Chief Revenue Officer of Lightning Pay NZ, a pioneering Kiwi startup making Bitcoin payments faster, cheaper, and more accessible through the Lightning Network. Simon shares his insights on the evolving world of Bitcoin, from the future of payment systems and scaling, to mining energy debates, New Zealand’s crypto tax rules, and...
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In this episode Lisa Tamati and Dr. Elizabeth Yurth dive deep into immunosenescence, the ageing of the immune system, and how it drives age-related diseases like cancer, infections, and chronic inflammation. They discuss the development of , a formulation inspired by Lisa's efforts to support her ageing mother's complex health issues. The episode explores the science behind immune decline, key biomarkers, and how Rejuvenate Pro's ingredients target root causes for better longevity. Key themes include: Gut-immune connections Mitochondrial impacts Stem cell activation Practical...
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Join host Lisa as she chats with Dr. Elizabeth Harris from about her journey from traditional medicine to holistic brain health. Discover links between dental health and wellness, treatments like plasmalogens and CO2 optimisation, and advanced tech such as CVAC and NeuroField. Perfect for those battling post-concussion syndrome, long COVID, POTS, Thyroid, Gut problems or chronic health issues, plus plans for New Zealand clinics! Connect with Dr. Harris: Website: For more episodes like this one with Dr. Harris's check out these episodes: 📌 Topics Lisa can help...
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In this episode, we sit down with Thomas Kranzle, aka TradeApologist, a macro-minded swing trader obsessed with charts and disruptive assets. Tom breaks down complex markets into actionable insights, blending technical analysis, fundamentals, and psychology to help traders navigate equities like Tesla and Robinhood, and crypto such as Bitcoin and Solana. We dive into recent market volatility, including the massive dip triggered by Trump's tariff tweet on China, and explore how an athlete's mindset translates to business and trading success. Whether you're a beginner setting up your TradingView...
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In this episode of Pushing the Limits, Lisa Tamati sits down with Brandon Bucher, the visionary CEO of Lightning Pay NZ, a company pioneering Bitcoin payment infrastructure and merchant solutions in New Zealand. Brandon shares his personal Bitcoin journey, what drew him into the ecosystem, and why he’s deeply passionate about financial freedom, self-sovereignty, and decentralized money. Together, we unpack the macro forces shaping our economic landscape — from inflation and debt-driven systems to currency debasement and money...
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AI is not just hype, it’s the next economic revolution. In this solo episode, we break down the game-changing insights of Jordi Visser, macro investor and founder of , as he unpacks how AI is reshaping global markets, jobs, and the financial system. We’ll explore why AI is driving trillions in new capital investment, how it’s changing labor markets, and why Bitcoin (BTC) may be the “purest AI investment play.” Plus, I share my real-world experiences using AI agents, n8n workflows, and automation tools to streamline work and build new digital products....
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In this powerful episode of Pushing the Limits, Lisa Tamati sits down with visionary entrepreneur, Bitcoin OG, and author of The Price of Tomorrow — Jeff Booth. Jeff shares his profound insights on why our current financial system is breaking under the weight of exponential technological deflation and debt-driven inflation, and why Bitcoin offers not just an alternative — but a path toward hope, truth, and sovereignty. Together, they explore how exponential technology is rewriting the rules of economics, why central banks can’t stop printing without collapse, and what a...
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In this episode, I sit down with Reed Davis, founder of Functional Diagnostic Nutrition® (FDN), to explore how we can stop chasing symptoms and instead focus on the root causes of chronic health issues. Reed shares his journey from working in a wellness clinic to creating FDN, a pioneering system that combines functional lab testing with lifestyle protocols to help practitioners and clients uncover hidden stressors, heal dysfunctions, and restore vitality. We dive into: The difference between conventional medicine and functional diagnostics Why lab testing is essential for uncovering...
info_outlineIn this deeply personal episode of "Pushing the Limits," Lisa Tamati shares her journey through the health sector, combining her expertise as a former professional ultra-endurance athlete with her role as a dedicated caregiver. Drawing on years of clinical research and personal experience caring for her mother through a series of health crises over the past decade, facing insurmountable odds over and over again—Lisa offers invaluable insights on brain rehabilitation, cancer therapies and insights, health optimisation and prevention strategies, mental toughness, and the importance of self-care.
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Personal Journey & Background:
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How 25 years as an ultra-endurance athlete molded her resilience and approach to health.
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Transitioning from extreme sports to optimising health for herself, her mother, and her clients.
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Caring for Her Mother:
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Overcoming daunting challenges (aneurysm, stroke, cancer, gut issues, infections, fractures) through relentless research and personalised protocols.
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The emotional and physical toll of 24/7 care while running multiple businesses and why keeping her mother at home remains a priority.
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Mindset & Mental Toughness:
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Strategies for cultivating mental resilience amid overwhelming challenges.
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Practical tips for self-care and prioritising tasks to avoid caregiver burnout.
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Navigating the Medical System:
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The limitations of conventional medicine and the importance of thinking for yourself.
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How to build a strong, supportive team around you.
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Continuous Learning & Innovation:
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The role of ongoing education in applying the latest health research to real-life challenges.
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Integrating clinical practice with cutting-edge health optimisation techniques.
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Join Lisa for an inspiring and honest conversation that blends personal stories with actionable advice for anyone facing caregiving challenges or seeking to optimise their own health and resilience.
🎙️🎧 Podcasts Mentioned in The Episode:
Dr. Scott Sherr on Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
Dr. Rod Claycomb on Rejuvenate
Dr. Dayan Goodenowe on Plasmalogens
Dr. Ross Pelton on Dr Ohhira's Probiotic
🧬✨ Introducing Aevum Labs: The Future of Longevity Science
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Aevum’s premier supplement, Re:juvenate Pro, is designed to fortify the immune system, promote cellular repair, and support longevity with the most powerful bioactive compounds.
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Cellular Repair – Supports immune pathways to reduce inflammation and enhance recovery.
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Immune Defense – Features lactoferrin, lactoperoxidase, and immunoglobulins to fight off pathogens, viruses, and bacteria.
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🎯 Personalised Health Optimisation Consulting with Lisa Tamati
Lisa offers solution focused coaching sessions to help you find the right answers to your challenges.
📌 Topics Lisa can help with:
Lisa is a Genetics Practitioner, Health Optimisation Coach, High Performance and Mindset Coach.
She is a qualified Ph360 Epigenetics coach and a clinician with The DNA Company and has done years of research into brain rehabilitation, neurodegenerative diseases and biohacking.
She has extensive knowledge on such therapies as hyperbaric oxygen, intravenous vitamin C, sports performance, functional genomics, Thyroid, Hormones, Cancer and much more. She can assist with all functional medicine testing.
🔬 Testing Options
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Comprehensive Thyroid testing
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DUTCH Hormone testing
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Adrenal Testing
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Organic Acid Testing
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Microbiome Testing
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Cell Blueprint Testing
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Epigenetics Testing
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DNA testing
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Basic Blood Test analysis
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Heavy Metals
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Nutristat
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Omega 3 to 6 status
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Lisa and her functional medicine colleagues in the practice can help you navigate the confusing world of health and medicine .
She can also advise on the latest research and where to get help if mainstream medicine hasn't got the answers you are searching for whatever the challenge you are facing from cancer to gut issues, from depression and anxiety, weight loss issues, from head injuries to burn out to hormone optimisation to the latest in longevity science. Book your consultation with Lisa
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Introducing PerfectAmino
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