podcast-The Nutrition Authority

Evidence-based sports nutrition — from science to practice, and from practitioner to authority. For practitioners who want to think better, apply evidence properly, and build real authority in their field.

 

Long-form conversations and solo insights exploring how sports nutrition really works in the real world — beyond protocols, headlines, and oversimplified answers. If you followed We Do Science, this will feel familiar — but more integrated, more contextual, and more focused on practitioner development.

What this podcast is....

An evolution of a trusted format. The Nutrition Authority Podcast builds on the foundations of We Do Science — a podcast that became known for rigorous, long-form discussions with leading experts in sports nutrition and exercise science. The science-first approach remains.

 

What’s expanded is the mission.

This podcast now explores not only what the evidence says, but:

You’ll hear two core episode formats

Expert Deep-Dive Conversations

Long-form discussions with world-leading researchers and practitioners in sports nutrition, exercise science, and applied performance.

 

These episodes focus on:

This is the intellectual backbone of the podcast — rigorous, unhurried, and evidence-led.

Solo Authority Episodes

Shorter, focused episodes hosted by Dr Laurent Bannock, exploring the core principles the Nutrition Authority ecosystem is built around.

 

Topics include:

These episodes complement the expert interviews and reflect the thinking behind the newsletter, education pathways, and professional development work.

Who this podcast is for...

This podcast is for you if you:

Want to understand why, not just what

Care about applying evidence responsibly in practice

Work in — or aspire to work in — sport, exercise, or performance nutrition

Enjoy long-form, thoughtful conversations without hype or shortcuts

Some listeners will go on to formal qualifications. Some won’t — and that’s fine. The goal is clarity, understanding, and better thinking.

Hosted by Dr Laurent Bannock

Dr Laurent Bannock is an evidence-based sports nutritionist, educator, researcher, and entrepreneur.

 

He is Founder & CEO of the Institute of Performance Nutrition (IOPN) and has worked across elite sport, professional education, and applied research — with a long-standing focus on bridging the gap between science and practice.

Media, podcast & guest enquiries

Dr Laurent Bannock regularly appears as a guest on podcasts and media platforms discussing:

For podcast invitations, media requests, or guest enquiries, please use the contact form below.

No fluff. No fads. Performance nutrition, from science to practice.

Research insights, practical perspectives, and We Do Science conversations—for sports nutritionists, nutrition coaches and fitness professionals.