Chasing Life
All over the world, there are people who are living extraordinary lives, full of happiness and health – and with hardly any heart disease, cancer or diabetes. Dr. Sanjay Gupta has been on a decades-long mission to understand how they do it, and how we can all learn from them. Scientists now believe we can even reverse the symptoms of Alzheimer’s dementia, and in fact grow sharper and more resilient as we age. Sanjay is a dad – of three teenage daughters, he is a doctor - who operates on the brain, and he is a reporter with more than two decades of experience - who travels the earth to uncover and bring you the secrets of the happiest and healthiest people on the planet – so that you too, can Chase Life.
- Update frequency
- every 4 days
- Average duration
- 20 minutes
- Episodes
- 547
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
Why Are Doctors Prescribing Nature?
Most of us love the sensation of the sun on our skin or the sound of the ocean, but nature doesn’t just feel good; it’s also good for us! Nowadays, doctors are even starting to prescribe time outdoor…
00:30:47 |
Tue 19 Apr 2022
How Language Lights Up the Brain
Language allows us to connect with people from around the world. It opens our minds and hearts to new experiences and different ways of life. But learning a new language can be really difficult, so h…
00:27:08 |
Tue 12 Apr 2022
The Power of Music
Have you ever gone through a breakup and listened to a sad song on repeat? Why do we have such strong emotional connections to music? Well, the answer lies in our brains. On this episode, CNN’s Chief…
00:25:30 |
Tue 05 Apr 2022
Escaping the Grip of Social Anxiety
When you live with social anxiety, even the smallest interactions can feel catastrophic. If human beings are supposed to be social creatures, then why is socializing so daunting for some of us? CNN's…
00:30:29 |
Tue 29 Mar 2022
It’s Time to Stop Doom Scrolling
Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok – let’s face it, social media has become a central part of our lives. It’s where we make friends, find community, and entertain ourselves, but it can also be harm…
00:27:58 |
Tue 22 Mar 2022
11 Months in Space
When astronaut Christina Koch embarked on her 11-month spaceflight, she knew it would be a record-breaking mission; what she didn’t know is that she would return to Earth just at the start of a globa…
00:18:30 |
Tue 15 Mar 2022
Your Work is Not Your Life
It’s been a difficult few years for everyone, and people are feeling more burned out than ever. CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta speaks to author Rahaf Harfoush about being a recove…
00:32:19 |
Tue 08 Mar 2022
The Health Benefits of Pets
How do pets impact our bodies and brains? Are dogs really “man’s best friend”? And are we being mind-controlled by our cats? CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta hears from animal behav…
00:28:24 |
Tue 01 Mar 2022
You're Not Alone
Public health experts have been warning for years about a looming “loneliness epidemic” in the United States, with serious potential impacts on our mental and physical health. But what’s the cure? Dr…
00:22:00 |
Tue 22 Feb 2022
The Mystery of the Teenage Brain
Remember how awkward and confused you felt as a teen? It's a time of so many big changes – growth spurts, body hair, and acne, just to name a few – but perhaps the most radical transformation is goin…
00:22:26 |
Tue 15 Feb 2022
This Is Your Brain on Love
Love is in the air... but today we’re talking neurochemicals, not roses! CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta explores the brain science behind falling in love and the surprising simila…
00:30:43 |
Tue 08 Feb 2022
What Memories Are Made Of
Our memories are imperfect treasures – dear to our hearts but not necessarily accurate snapshots of reality. CNN's Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks to neurobiologist Michael Yassa a…
00:27:14 |
Tue 01 Feb 2022
In Search of Lost Time
Why do some days fly by, while others never seem to end? Have we been stuck in a time warp since March 2020? CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks to astronaut Christina Koch about…
00:29:04 |
Tue 25 Jan 2022
Resetting Expectations
The twists and turns of this pandemic have left many of us uncertain of what to expect in the year ahead. But did you know that simply changing your expectations can have a tangible effect on your we…
00:31:55 |
Tue 18 Jan 2022
Our Top Takeaways: Worth the Wait
Does it feel like you are in an endless holding pattern? We asked a waiting expert for her top tips on how to create control when you don't know what's coming next.
To learn more about how CNN protec…
00:06:03 |
Tue 11 Jan 2022
Small Steps. Big Rewards
As we ring in a New Year, Dr. Sanjay Gupta hears from Chasing Life listeners about the steps they plan to take to live healthier and happier lives in 2022. Plus, guest experts share their tips for ac…
00:11:38 |
Tue 04 Jan 2022
Our Top Takeaways: Managing Anger
Seeing red? Listen to a quick refresher from our episode on anger management. You'll hear the key takeaways from Dr. Sanjay Gupta's conversation with Professor Brad Bushman so you can learn how to ma…
00:05:51 |
Tue 28 Dec 2021
The Science of Grit
We're taking off this week for the holidays, but wanted to share with you another of our favorite podcasts. A Slight Change of Plans is hosted by our friend Maya Shankar, who you might remember as ou…
00:37:08 |
Tue 21 Dec 2021
(Don’t) Call Me, Maybe
While season 3 of Chasing Life is in production, here's an episode of CNN's Margins of Error that you'll love. A surprising percentage of people today, including CNN resident numbers guy Harry Enten,…
00:26:59 |
Tue 14 Dec 2021
In the Blink of an Eye
After a terrible accident, a woman wakes up in the hospital with a traumatic brain injury. She records her experiences with doctors and friends, as she grapples in real time with the way her brain ha…
00:32:36 |
Tue 07 Dec 2021
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