Health is talked about more than ever, yet what often gets lost is a clear, meaningful understanding of how we can truly elevate our lives. The Upgrade is a program that goes beyond surface-level wellness to connects credible science with the deeper questions of what it means to live well. Sometimes it’s hidden in daily habits, sometimes in culture, sometimes in the science no one’s talking about. Wherever it is, we bring it to light—so you can rise a little higher, every day.
What Holding a Grudge Actually Does to Your Body
Nov 4, 2026
Research suggests that even briefly recalling an angry memory can temporarily affect how your arteries function. Other studies have found surprising connections between resentment, blood pressure, and the heart. But what helps us let go? In this episode, we explore the science of resentment, why common ways of dealing with anger can backfire, and what researchers are discovering about the potential health benefits of forgiveness. You might be surprised by what your body remembers.
Jul 13
About the show
Health is talked about more than ever, yet what often gets lost is a clear, meaningful understanding of how we can truly elevate our lives. The Upgrade is a program that goes beyond surface-level wellness to connects credible science with the deeper questions of what it means to live well. Sometimes it’s hidden in daily habits, sometimes in culture, sometimes in the science no one’s talking about. Wherever it is, we bring it to light—so you can rise a little higher, every day.
About Health Is Talked About More Than Ever, Yet What Often Gets Lost Is A Clear, Meaningful Understanding Of How We Can Truly Elevate Our Lives. The Upgrade Is A Program That Goes Beyond Surface-level Wellness To Connects Credible Science With The Deeper Questions Of What It Means To Live Well. Sometimes It’s Hidden In Daily Habits, Sometimes In Culture, Sometimes In The Science No One’s Talking About. Wherever It Is, We Bring It To Light—so You Can Rise A Little Higher, Every Day.
Makai Allbert is a health journalist with a background in biomedical science and classical humanities. His work connects scientific research with the wisdom of ancient traditions, offering a perspective that is both rigorous and deeply human. As host of The Upgrade, he invites audiences to explore the ideas and practices that best help us elevate our health, our thinking, and our way of being.
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