Memory Is Rebellion: Chris Claussen on Brain Health, Cognitive Performance & Functional Mushrooms
16 October 2025

Memory Is Rebellion: Chris Claussen on Brain Health, Cognitive Performance & Functional Mushrooms

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What if the mind itself is the last frontier of human freedom? On this episode of TrueLife x Greymatter, George Monty sits down with Chris Claussen — brain health advocate, author, and Co-Founder of First Person™ — to explore the cutting edge of cognitive performance and longevity.


Chris shares his deeply personal journey, inspired by witnessing his father and grandfather battle Alzheimer’s, and how it led him to dedicate over a decade to neuroscience, functional nutrition, and neurooptimization. From the power of functional mushrooms to the latest in neurohacking techniques, this conversation dives into practical strategies for preventing cognitive decline, enhancing focus, and unlocking your mind’s hidden potential.


🔹 Learn how to optimize your brain for clarity, creativity, and peak performance.

🔹 Discover the science behind functional mushroom nootropics and cognitive supplements.

🔹 Explore the ethical, philosophical, and revolutionary questions surrounding memory, identity, and consciousness.


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    Learn more about Chris Claussen and First Person™: https://www.firstperson.com/Harvard Health: 8 Ways to Keep Your Brain Healthy: https://www.health.harvard.edu/mind-and-mood/8-ways-to-keep-your-brain-healthyMayo Clinic Alzheimer’s Disease Prevention: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/alzheimers-disease/in-depth/alzheimers-preventionNIH – Cognitive Health & Aging: https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/cognitive-healthHealthline – Benefits of Functional Mushrooms: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/functional-mushroomsAlzheimer’s Association Research & Science: https://www.alz.org/research





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