About this episode
What if the biggest health problem isn’t food… but light? In this deep, eye-opening conversation, Thaddeus breaks down why modern humans are living under an alien light environment — and how blue light, LEDs, screens, and 24/7 illumination may be quietly disrupting sleep, hormones, metabolism, mental health, and longevity. From red light therapy and circadian rhythm mismatches, to melatonin, dopamine, EMFs, Wi-Fi, sunglasses, winter sleep, fasting, GLP-1 drugs, and why light acts like a drug — this episode connects dots most people never consider. 📚 What You’ll Learn 💡 Why blue light disrupts hormones & sleep 🔴 How red & infrared light support recovery 🌙 Why melatonin repairs the body at night 📱 How phones & screens affect dopamine 🧠 Why light impacts anxiety & mental health ⚖️ How circadian rhythm controls weight ❄️ Why winter sleep should be longer 🧩 Why fixing the environment beats pills Chapters 00:00 Blue Light Is Hammering the Body 01:31 Why We’re Missing Red & Infrared Light 02:28 The “Weapons of Mass Illumination” Problem 03:34 Blue Light, Free Radicals & Mitigation 04:49 Melatonin Is the Master Antioxidant 06:31 Phones, LEDs & Circadian Destruction 09:01 Sunglasses, UV & Confused Biology 12:44 Why Humans Need Darkness to Repair 17:16 Light, Weight Gain & Obesity Explained 48:23 Fix the Environment — Not the Symptoms 🎙️ APPLY OR CONNECT 👉 Apply to be on the podcast: https://www.digitalsocialhour.com/application 📩 Business inquiries / sponsors: sean@digitalsocialhour.com 👤 GUEST: Thaddeus Owen - https://www.instagram.com/biohackyourselfmedia/ 💼 SPONSORS QUINCE: https://quince.com/dsh 🥗 Fuel your health with Viome: https://buy.viome.com/SEAN Use code “Sean” at checkout for a discount! 🎧 LISTEN ON 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-social-hour/id1676846015 🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Jn7LXarRlI8Hc0GtTn759 📸 Sean Kelly Instagram: @seanmikekelly ⚠️ DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed by guests on Digital Social Hour are solely those of the individuals appearing on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the host, Sean Kelly, or the Digital Social Hour team. While we encourage open and honest discussions, Sean Kelly is not legally responsible for any statements, claims, or opinions made by guests during the show. Listeners are encouraged to form their own opinions and seek professional advice where appropriate. The content shared is for entertainment and informational purposes only — it should not be taken as legal, medical, financial, or professional advice. We strive to present accurate and reliable information; however, we make no guarantees regarding its completeness or accuracy. The views expressed are solely those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent those of the producers or affiliates of this program. 🔥 Stay tuned for more episodes featuring top creators, founders, and innovators shaping the digital world! 🔑 Keywords blue light health podcast, circadian rhythm explained, red light therapy discussion, melatonin antioxidant sleep, light exposure health effects, biohacking light environment, insomnia anxiety modern society See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.