The Peptide PhDs Podcast

The Peptide PhDs — the show where two science geeks with PhDs turn the complex world of peptides into stories you’ll enjoy. Dr. Mark Bartlett sees peptides as the secret language immune cells use to gossip, negotiate, and sometimes throw shade. Dr. Alan Jones looks at muscle as an endocrine powerhouse, flexing out a vocabulary of peptides that strengthen body and brain.Each week we break down new discoveries from the lab, chat with guest experts, and unleash our cringy dad jokes. We hope it's a fun way to understand how these tiny molecules have a huge impact on health and wellness.

The Peptide PhDs Podcast is a health podcast hosted by MAKE Wellness, with 36 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

MAKE Wellness hosts The Peptide PhDs Podcast, a health show with 36 episodes published.

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  This Time, It's All About Muscle

  Sep 8, 202659 min

  Muscle has apparently been running a group chat with the rest of your body this entire time, you might have just had it on mute. This week, The Peptide PhDs dive into the surprisingly chatty world of muscle. Active muscle can release hundreds of chemical messengers called myokines, communicating with everything from your brain and bones to your immune system and metabolism. The guys break down what happens when you stop using muscle, why maintaining it becomes so important as you age, and how resistance training, protein and sleep all factor into keeping what you’ve got. They also tackle GLP-1s, muscle loss, sarcopenia and the emerging science around naturally occurring bioactive peptides that may help support muscle signaling. Basically: your muscles have a lot to say. You might want to listen. "The information discussed on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast."

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  When Peptides Attack

  Aug 28, 202645 min

  Peptides usually get talked about for things like sleep, muscle, skin and metabolism. This week? Rattlesnakes and deadly spiders enter the chat. The Peptide PhDs explore the surprisingly wild side of peptide science, from venom and nature-made defense systems to the discoveries that have helped inspire modern peptide research. They also break down why peptide sequence, target and half-life matter, and why “natural” doesn’t automatically mean harmless. Plus, they dive into a new hibiscus-derived peptide, what makes it unique and how its signaling may help support healthy skin structure. It’s science, survival stories and a healthy reminder that peptides may be small, but biology definitely listens when they speak. "The information discussed on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast."

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  Beauty Is More Than Skin Deep - Part 3

  Aug 11, 202658 min

  You did it. You are about to know about everything beauty! This episode of The Peptide PhDs breaks down how collagen gives skin structure, elastin provides bounce, hyaluronic acid helps with hydration, and peptides act like tiny text messages telling skin cells what to do. They also cover what ages skin from the inside out, and it's, well, it's exactly what might think it is; oxidative stress, too much sugar, and overactive “demolition crew” enzymes called MMPs (don't worry, they will tell you what that means). Bottom line: great skin isn’t just about what you put on it. It’s about supporting the biology underneath it. "The information discussed on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast."

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  Beauty Is More Than Skin Deep - Part 2

  Jul 30, 202654 min

  The Peptide PhDs are back for round 2 of their deep dive into beauty. Apparently, skin has a language, but it is not fluent in expensive moisturizer. In this episode, the Peptide PhDs explore how collagen fragments and bioactive peptides act as biological messages, telling the skin’s fibroblasts when it is time to repair, rebuild, and remodel. They unpack the science behind a smarter skin-support strategy: peptides provide the signal, plant compounds help preserve the matrix, and amino acids, vitamin C, minerals, and hyaluronic acid amplify the rebuilding process. They will explore clinical findings on collagen production, elastin, elasticity, and visible wrinkles. Plus, you'll have a front row seat to their collection of jokes involving E.T., almonds, frogs, and alligators that probably should not have survived peer review. "The information discussed on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast."

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  Beauty Is More Than Skin Deep - Part 1

  Jul 24, 202658 min

  What if we told you, in this episode, Dr. Jones and Dr. Mark are talking about tanning and new clothes? Don't worry, our PhDs aren't out on the town going for a new look. No, in this episode of The Peptide PhDs, they are talking about a different outward appearance: the skin. Our skin is more than just stuff holding other stuff in, and it's certainly more complicated than what's happening in your bathroom cabinet. In part one of our two-part series, the guys peel back the layers to explore the living, constantly remodeling organ that is our skin. They talk about the epidermis, dermis, collagen, elastin, fibroblasts--it's an all-out coverage of everything skin. Beauty may show up on the surface, but the real work is happening underneath it all. "The information discussed on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast."

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