Gio Silva

A former capoeira instructor turned biohacking enthusiast, Gio spent his early years bouncing between São Paulo and Miami before settling in Austin. With a master's in sports physiology and a penchant for experimenting with traditional Brazilian herbs, he's become Rude Vulture's go-to expert on movement optimization and plant-based performance enhancement. When not writing about the intersection of martial arts and ancestral living, he runs an underground fight gym where participants are required to follow strict circadian rhythm protocols.

Alistair Overeem argues Ramadan is a great way to Dopamine Detox, even if you’re not a Muslim

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Former UFC heavyweight champion Alistair Overeem and “The Iceman” Wim Hof tackled some of the most pressing societal issues of our time, including ideological conformity, technology addiction, and health in their conversation recently. Overeem on “Woke” Ideology and Cancel Culture Alistair Overeem raised concerns about ideological conformity and the dangers of cancel culture, particularly when … Read more

Saved by the Bell’s Mark-Paul Gosselaar on BJJ obsession: It’s almost like a religion

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Actor Mark-Paul Gosselaar credits his jujitsu training with helping him develop mental toughness and calmness under pressure that has benefited him both personally and professionally. While Gosselaar told Kristian Harloff in a friendly chat he may not consciously apply jujitsu techniques in his daily life, he notes that the sport has taught him valuable lessons … Read more

Dr. Shanna Swan Advises Caution When Choosing a Rashguard – Many Have Microplastics in Them

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When it comes to protecting your skin from the nasty BJJ/Wrestling mats, a trusty rashguard can be an essential part of any fitness minded person’s wardrobe. However, according to leading endocrine disruptor expert Dr. Shanna Swan, some rashguards may contain chemicals that could be cause for concern. “There’s a turns out there’s a lot of … Read more

Huberman Featured Several Guests Who Promoted Nothing But Pseudoscience

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Andrew Huberman, a Stanford neuroscientist and popular science communicator, has built a massive following with his podcast. Aimed at making science accessible, it promises to decode complex topics in neuroscience and health for a general audience. However, beneath his charisma and credentials lies a growing controversy. Critics argue that Huberman is walking a fine line … Read more

Can a Cup of South american tea Beat Ozempic? Ask Huberman, Not Me

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Years ago, I discovered an exotic drink praised for curbing appetite and boosting energy during sports-related weight cuts. My skepticism was challenged when a viral video featured a Jiu-Jitsu world champion endorsing Terere, a traditional South American beverage. Terere, a cold-brewed yerba mate originating from Paraguay, holds cultural significance throughout Brazil, particularly in the Mato … Read more

Russell Brand is Trying to Sell a $240 Amulet to Protect You From Wifi While Wearing a Wifi Mic

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Former comedian and actor Russell Brand has ventured into the world of alternative health products, offering his followers a questionable solution to combat what he claims are “evil energies” in our modern world. This move comes as part of Brand’s recent rebranding as a right-wing Christian influencer, marking yet another chapter in his controversial career. … Read more

How the Decline of Traditional Family Structures Could Be Hurting Human Cognition

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The shift away from traditional family structures may be negatively impacting human cognition and long-term thinking, according to futurist Ari Wallach. In a recent Huberman Lab podcast, Wallach discussed how modern society has moved away from multi-generational family units and tribal structures that fostered long-term planning and wisdom transmission across generations. Wallach argues that for … Read more