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Adaptation by Fire: Igniting Human Potential

Dr. Mani M. Alavi

Booking Overview

Interview-focused endurance and human-performance podcast covering running, training adaptation, health, nutrition, and mental resilience, with external guests typically including coaches, dietitians, philosophers, and performance experts. Suitable pitches include sports medicine physicians, endurance coaches, registered sports dietitians, exercise scientists, and mental-performance specialists with practical athlete-facing expertise; booking difficulty is medium.

Metrics

Episodes: 37

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Listener location: USA

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

doctor.apma@gmail.com

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Host

Dr. Mani M. Alavi - Emergency medicine physician, former attorney, endurance athlete, 2:58 marathoner, and running coach focused on resilience, performance, and human adaptation.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Subject-matter experts in endurance training, running coaching, sports nutrition, exercise physiology, philosophy, mental performance, or athlete health, typically with advanced education, professional credentials, coaching experience, or an established practice or body of work.
Required Achievements:  
Advanced degrees or professional certifications, Established coaching, clinical, or consulting practice, Authored books or recognized educational work, Practical experience working with endurance athletes

Recent Guest Discussions

Floris Gierman - Low-heart-rate Training, Running Efficiency, Recovery, Injury Confidence, Cross-training, And Heat Training.

Dr. William B. Irvine - Stoicism, Hedonic Adaptation, Negative Visualization, Resilience, Mental Fitness, And Endurance Athletics.

Dr. William B. Irvine - The History And Principles Of Stoicism, Mental Toughness, Negative Visualization, And Resilience For Runners.

Maria Herr - Sports Nutrition, Macronutrients, Energy Systems, Fat Adaptation, Healthy Eating, And Performance Fueling.

Laura Norris - Training Periodization, Vo2 Max Workouts, Strength Training, Relative Energy Deficiency In Sport, Energy Balance, And Recovery.

Recent Topics

Running, Heat Training, Strength Training, Sports Nutrition, Mental Fitness

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Adaptation by Fire: Igniting Human Potential
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Tommy Hughes: From Representing Ireland at the Olympics to Running a 2:30 Marathon in His 60s and the Secrets to Longevity in Running

October 05, 2026

In this episode of Adaptation by Fire, Tommy Hughes shares a remarkable story of running, recovery, and longevity. From running a 2:13:59 marathon and representing Ireland at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics to struggling with alcohol addiction, his journey reaches far beyond race results.His return to running brought renewed purpose and extraordinary performances, including a 2:30:02 marathon at age 60. We explore his comeback, his approach to training as he gets older, and what his experience ca...

Low Heart Rate Training, Heat adaptation and efficient running form with Floris Gierman

July 31, 2026

Summary: In this episode, Dr. Mani M. Alavi interviews Floris Gierman, founder of extramilest coaching, discussing various aspects of running, including the philosophy of low heart rate training, the importance of understanding heart rate zones, and the significance of recovery. They explore personalized training approaches, the role of heart rate monitors, and the benefits of cross-training. The conversation also delves into running form, building confidence after injury, sustainable running...

Stoicism, & Mental Fitness for Athletes with Dr. William B. Irvine

December 18, 2025

In this episode of Adaptation by Fire, we are is joined by philosopher and Stoicism expert Dr. William B. Irvine to explore how ancient philosophy applies to modern life and athletics. Together, they discuss why success and comfort often fail to bring lasting happiness, how hedonic adaptation shapes our expectations, and how Stoic practices such as negative visualization can strengthen resilience and mental fitnessDr. Irvine shares personal stories and practical insights on using Stoicism not...

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Frequently asked questions

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How do I get in touch with Adaptation by Fire: Igniting Human Potential?

Adaptation by Fire: Igniting Human Potential is hosted by Dr. Mani M. Alavi. Its publicly listed email is doctor.apma@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Adaptation by Fire: Igniting Human Potential?

The publicly listed email for Adaptation by Fire: Igniting Human Potential: doctor.apma@gmail.com.

How many listeners does Adaptation by Fire: Igniting Human Potential have?

Podseeker estimates Adaptation by Fire: Igniting Human Potential reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Adaptation by Fire: Igniting Human Potential?

Adaptation by Fire: Igniting Human Potential typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Subject-matter experts in endurance training, running coaching, sports nutrition, exercise physiology, philosophy, mental performance, or athlete health, typically with advanced education, professional credentials, coaching experience, or an established practice or body of work. Common among recent guests: Advanced degrees or professional certifications; Established coaching, clinical, or consulting practice; Authored books or recognized educational work. Recent guests include Floris Gierman, Dr. William B. Irvine, and Dr. William B. Irvine.

How hard is it to get booked on Adaptation by Fire: Igniting Human Potential?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Adaptation by Fire: Igniting Human Potential cover?

Recent episodes cover Running, Heat Training, Strength Training, Sports Nutrition, and Mental Fitness. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

doctor.apma@gmail.com

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