<p dir="ltr">In this eye-opening solo episode of the SuperLife podcast, Darin Olien unpacks the hidden dangers of air conditioning—one of the most commonly used yet most overlooked fatal conveniences in modern life. From skyrocketing energy consumption to its surprising impact on human health, Darin explores why our obsession with creating the perfect indoor climate is quietly undermining both personal wellness and the planet.</p> <p dir="ltr">Darin reveals the history of air conditioning, its contribution to climate change, and how our increasing dependence on temperature control is desensitizing our natural ability to adapt. He offers simple, actionable solutions to minimize harm, improve indoor air quality, and shift our mindset toward embracing a little thermal discomfort for better health and a better world.</p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <hr> <p> </p> <h3 dir="ltr">What You’ll Learn (Timestamps)</h3> <p dir="ltr">00:00 – Welcome to the SuperLife Podcast<br> 00:32 – Sponsor: Thera Sage and the benefits of PEMF therapy<br> 02:17 – Fatal convenience: How air conditioning harms health and the environment<br> 03:24 – Energy drain: Air conditioning’s massive global power consumption<br> 03:55 – The surprising history of air conditioning<br> 05:52 – US air conditioning use equals the entire energy use of Africa<br> 06:20 – How constant AC use lowers your body’s natural heat tolerance<br> 06:58 – Small AC units use more power than four refrigerators<br> 07:30 – Why a little thermal discomfort is actually good for your health<br> 08:32 – Air conditioning’s vicious cycle: more AC leads to higher global temperatures<br> 09:27 – Global AC projections and CO2 emissions by 2050<br> 11:41 – Sponsor: Bite toothpaste and the fight against plastic waste<br> 11:51 – Sick Building Syndrome: AC’s connection to asthma and allergies<br> 13:17 – How air conditioning dries out mucosal linings and weakens immunity<br> 14:14 – Switzerland’s ban on AC installation and why it happened<br> 15:06 – Better solutions: fans, airflow, building materials, and planting trees<br> 15:40 – The power of choosing energy-efficient AC units<br> 16:20 – Building with smarter materials to cut CO2 emissions<br> 16:43 – Embrace temperature variation to improve health<br> 17:01 – Final thoughts: Fatal conveniences and creating a better life</p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <hr> <p> </p> <h3 dir="ltr">Thank You to Our Sponsor:</h3> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Therasage: Go to <a href="http://www.therasage.com/">www.therasage.com</a> and use code DARIN at checkout for 15% off</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Bite Toothpaste: Go to <a href="http://trybite.com/DARIN20">trybite.com/DARIN20</a> or use code DARIN20 for 20% off your first order.</p> </li> </ul> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <hr> <p> </p> <h2 dir="ltr">Find More from Darin Olien:</h2> <p dir="ltr">Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/darinolien">@darinolien<br></a>Podcast: <a href="https://superlife.com/podcasts">superlife.com/podcasts<br></a>Website: <a href="https://superlife.com/">superlife.com<br></a>Book: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Fatal-Conveniences-Harmful-Products-Sick_and/dp/0063114534"> Fatal Conveniences</a></p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <hr> <p> </p> <h3 dir="ltr">Key Takeaway:</h3> <p dir="ltr">"Too much air conditioning is literally undermining your health. It dries out your mucosal linings, weakens your immune defense, and desensitizes your body’s natural ability to regulate temperature. The solution? Embrace thermal discomfort, invest in energy-efficient units, and minimize AC use whenever possible—for your health and for the planet."</p> <p> </p>