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 34 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

MAKE Wellness hosts The Peptide PhDs Podcast, a health show with 34 episodes published.

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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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  Maintaining Physical Independence as We Age

  Jul 21, 202658 min

  What do our founding fathers and peptide signaling have in common? More than you might think. In this special Independence Day episode, Dr. Mark and Dr. Allen dive into myokines, metabolism, muscle, and modern peptide science. Along the way, they explore why muscle is the currency of healthy aging, how sleep and nutrition keep your internal communication systems firing, and why the most powerful health tools still require a little old-fashioned personal responsibility. Expect founding-father stories, a journey from muskets to molecules and an honest conversation about the responsible use of modern peptide science. Two hundred and fifty years ago, America declared its independence. In this episode, the Peptide PhDs ask a new question: How do we maintain our physical independence as we age? "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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  Get Under the Hood of Protein

  Jul 16, 202658 min

  Protein is having a moment—and, as usual, social media has made things complicated. Are you eating too little, consuming too much, or just aggressively shaking powder into a bottle and hoping for the best? In this episode, the Peptide PhDs get under the hood of protein to explore what actually matters: amino acids, digestibility, leucine, muscle protein synthesis, and why two foods with the same number of protein grams may not deliver the same results. They also tackle the plant-versus-animal showdown, explain why aging muscles may need a little extra seduction, and share practical ways to get more high-quality protein onto your plate. From GLP-1s and healthy aging to kidney myths, mTOR panic, and the supposedly sacred 30-gram protein limit, nothing is safe from scientific scrutiny—or a well-timed protein pun. It’s smart, practical, slightly cheeky, and packed with information your muscles will absolutely eat up. "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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