How a $7 Million NYC Bathhouse Is Redefining Wellness — Othership CEO Robbie Bent
“Cold plunges and saunas rewired my brain—and they’ll change yours.”
Here's a conversation with Robbie Bent, my podcast guest this week on That One Time with Adam Metwally.
Robbie Bent is the CEO and co-founder of OtherShip. A former investment banker who rebooted his life with just $60 to his name, he’s built OtherShip into a multi-million-dollar wellness community blending cold plunges, saunas, and five-star hospitality.
Below are some of the key concepts we explored in the episode:
Increase your resilience: 11 minutes of cold plunges per week sustains elevated dopamine levels.
Boost longevity: 80 minutes of sauna per week at 180°F cuts Alzheimer’s risk by up to 66%.
Forge real connections: group heat-and-cold therapy reduces social anxiety and accelerates friendship building.
Timestamps:
00:00 The Power of Cold Plunges and Saunas
04:43 Robbie’s Journey: From Finance to Wellness
15:54 Transformative Cold Plunge and Sauna Stories
23:28 The Science Behind Heat and Cold Therapy
31:58 Cold Plunges and Women’s Health
35:13 Cold Plunge Timing and Exercise
42:24 The Concept of Third Places
49:35 Navigating Hospitality Challenges
59:00 Financial Realities of Building in New York
1:01:33 Personal Milestones and Community Impact
1:07:24 The Importance of Connection and Community
1:09:13 Future Aspirations and Community Building
1:12:57 Rethinking Healthcare Spaces
1:13:59 Reflections on Life’s Meaning
It’s up on YouTube, Spotify, X and everywhere else.
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