Peter Atiyah

Mentioned in 8 analyzed podcast episodes across 8 shows

A physician and longevity influencer known for research on health optimization metrics like VO2 max, grip strength, and ketone measurement. He became a subject of widespread podcast discussion following his resignation from CBS News in February 2026 after the release of emails with Jeffrey Epstein that drew criticism for their tone and content. His work spans biohacking, functional fitness research, and health commentary, though recent coverage has focused primarily on the controversy surrounding his Epstein-related communications.

Appears On

Democracy Now! Audio NPR News Now Extend Podcast with Darshan Shah, MD The Bulwark Podcast The Human Upgrade: Biohacking for Longevity & Performance You Are Not Broken Your Mom's House with Christina P. and Tom Segura The Tim Ferriss Show

Episode Appearances

Democracy Now! Audio · Feb 24, 2026

Democracy Now! 2026-02-24 Tuesday

“CBS News contributor and longevity influencer who resigned after emails with Epstein were released”

Climate Change and Winter Storm IntensificationU.S.-Mexico Drug War and Cartel ViolenceEl Mencho Raid and Mexican Military Operations

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NPR News Now · Feb 24, 2026

NPR News: 02-23-2026 7PM EST

“Doctor and health commentator who resigned from CBS News after disclosures of graphic emails with Jeffrey Epstein”

Tariff Litigation and Trade PolicyExtreme Weather and Climate EventsFederal Science Funding Appropriations

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Extend Podcast with Darshan Shah, MD · Feb 17, 2026

139. JJ Virgin: Muscle Over Weight Loss

“Referenced as anomaly in exercise volume; discussed regarding zone 2 vs. zone 5 training confusion among general population.”

Body Composition Tracking and Bioimpedance ScalesMuscle Quality Assessment (Grip Strength, Push-ups, Sit-to-Stand Tests)Protein-First Nutrition Strategy and Macronutrient Hierarchy

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The Bulwark Podcast · Feb 10, 2026

Jane Coaston: The Epstein Revelations Keep Getting Worse

“Longevity doctor with obsequious emails to Epstein; charges $100k for appointments; preys on fitness culture self-focus”

Epstein Files and Co-Conspirator AccountabilityHoward Lutnick Senate Testimony and ContradictionsGhislaine Maxwell Clemency Negotiations

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The Human Upgrade: Biohacking for Longevity & Performance · Feb 6, 2026

Biohackers in the Epstein Files, Generic GLP-1s, Continuous Ketone Monitors, and more... : 1411

“Physician and longevity influencer appearing 1,800+ times in released Epstein DOJ files; issued public apology regarding email language”

Gene Therapy for Age ReversalYamanaka Factors and Epigenetic ReprogrammingContinuous Ketone Monitoring Devices

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You Are Not Broken · Feb 1, 2026

356. Midlife Fitness with Autumn Calabrese

“Health researcher referenced for concept of optimizing functional capacity in final decade of life”

Mindset and identity in fitness behavior changeStress management techniques for midlife womenHormonal health and perimenopause management

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Your Mom's House with Christina P. and Tom Segura · Jan 28, 2026

Surviving An Ice Storm | Your Mom's House Ep. 844

“Longevity expert cited for research on VO2 max and grip strength as mortality predictors”

Longevity Science and VO2 MaxGenerational Internet Culture and Gen X Online PersonalitiesSerial Killer Psychology and Detachment

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The Tim Ferriss Show · Jan 7, 2026

#845: How to Use Ketosis for Enhanced Mood, Cognition, and Long-Term Brain Protection — A Practical and Tactical Guide with Dr. Dominic D'Agostino (Plus: Deconstructing Tim’s Latest Keto Experiment)

“Researcher who measured blood and breath ketones with D'Agostino during fasting experiments; found breath ketones more accurate”

Ketosis and ketogenic diet implementationContinuous glucose monitoring (CGM) and continuous ketone monitoringGlucose-ketone index (GKI) calculations and therapeutic targets

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