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In today's episode, we sit down with Dr. Jody Stanislaw to discuss the relationship between sugar, blood glucose, and Type 1 diabetes. Diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at just seven years old, Dr. Stanislaw has spent more than four decades living with the condition and over a decade helping others better understand how to manage it. Now, she combines personal experience with professional expertise to offer a practical perspective on diabetes care that emphasizes education, lifestyle, and informed decision-making.
Dr. Stanislaw is a naturopathic physician, Certified Diabetes Educator, Type 1 Diabetes Specialist, and founding board member of the Low Carb Diabetes Association. Through her virtual practice, she works with individuals around the world to improve blood sugar management while addressing the broader lifestyle factors that influence long-term health.
Hit play to learn about:
Common misconceptions about sugar and Type 1 diabetes.
Practical strategies for improving blood sugar management.
The role of nutrition in supporting metabolic health.
Why lifestyle habits matter alongside insulin therapy.
Dr. Stanislaw earned her Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine in 2007 and has become a leading educator in the Type 1 diabetes community. Her TEDx Talk, Sugar Is Not a Treat, has been viewed more than five million times, helping raise awareness about diabetes management and the impact of nutrition on overall health.
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📖 Type 1 Diabetes in Children, Adolescents and Young Adults – A comprehensive guide on managing Type 1 diabetes across childhood, adolescence, and young adulthood, with insights for patients and caregivers. 👉 Get it here
📘 Think Like a Pancreas: A Practical Guide to Managing Diabetes with Insulin – A hands-on guide to understanding and managing insulin therapy effectively for better blood sugar control. 👉 Check it out
📙 Diabetes Burnout: What to Do When You Can't Take It Anymore – Addresses the emotional challenges of living with diabetes and provides strategies to overcome fatigue, stress, and burnout. 👉 Explore it here
📕 Sugar Be Sugarin': Your No-BS Guide to Taking Back Your Health – A practical, straightforward guide to managing blood sugar, improving health, and taking control of your lifestyle. 👉 Discover it here
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Ken McCarthy returns to the podcast to discuss his latest book, The Hep B Chronicles: The Story of a Virus, a Vaccine, and Industrial-Sized Vats of Genetically Modified Baker's Yeast. In the book, he explores the history of hepatitis B, the development of the vaccine, and the broader questions he raises about public health policy, pharmaceutical influence, vaccine regulation, and informed consent…
Drawing on historical research and his own analysis, Ken examines how hepatitis B vaccination became part of routine newborn care, the evolution of vaccine recommendations over the past century, and why he believes greater transparency and independent research are important for informed medical decision-making.
This conversation covers:
Why the hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for newborns.
The history of hepatitis B and how public health strategies evolved throughout the 20th century.
Ken's perspective on booster recommendations and vaccination policy.
Questions surrounding pharmaceutical influence and regulatory oversight.
The importance of informed consent and parental decision-making.
Best known as one of the early pioneers of Internet commercialization, Ken organized one of the first conferences on the commercial potential of the World Wide Web in 1994 and has spent decades as an entrepreneur, educator, and author. In recent years, his work has focused on historical research, investigative journalism, and encouraging readers to explore complex topics from multiple perspectives.
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🛍️ Recommended Books from this Episode
📖 Dodging Energy Vampires: An Empath's Guide to Evading Relationships That Drain You and Restoring Your Health and Power – A practical guide for empaths to protect their energy, set boundaries, and maintain emotional and physical well-being. 👉 Get it here
📘 The Liver Healing Diet: The MD's Nutritional Plan to Eliminate Toxins, Reverse Fatty Liver Disease and Promote Good Health – A comprehensive nutrition plan to detoxify the liver, support liver function, and improve overall health. 👉 Check it out
📙 What the Nurses Saw: An Investigation Into Systemic Medical Murders That Took Place in Hospitals During the COVID Panic and the Nurses Who Fought Back … Their Patients – A critical investigation into alleged systemic corruption and malpractice in hospitals during the COVID period. 👉 Explore it here
📕 The Poisoned Needle: Suppressed Facts About Vaccinations – Examines historical controversies and alternative perspectives surrounding vaccines and public health policies. 👉 Discover it here
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In this episode, we connect with Nelson McIlveen to explore what clean water actually means in today's world — and whether most filtration systems are doing the job we think they are…
As the founder and CEO of Sentry H2O, a family-owned water filtration company based in Arizona, Nelson has spent more than two decades working in manufacturing, engineering, and water treatment technology. His mission is simple: help families gain access to cleaner, safer water without removing the beneficial minerals the body needs.
Is it possible to remove harmful contaminants while preserving the natural qualities that make water healthy? Nelson joins us to discuss the science behind water filtration, the challenges facing municipal water systems, and what consumers should know about the water they drink every day.
This conversation unpacks:
The hidden contaminants that are often present in tap water.
What does and doesn't get removed by modern filtration systems.
How technologies can target fluoride, heavy metals, pharmaceuticals, PFAS, and nanoplastics.
How American manufacturing is creating new opportunities in the water filtration industry.
Nelson combines hands-on engineering expertise with a passion for helping people improve the quality of their water. Through Sentry H2O, he has developed whole-house and under-sink filtration solutions designed to address a growing range of modern contaminants while maintaining water's natural balance.
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🛍️ Recommended Books from this Episode
📖 Your Body's Many Cries for Water – Explains the critical role of water in maintaining health and preventing disease, highlighting signs of dehydration and optimal hydration strategies. 👉 Get it here
📘 The Water Secret: The Cellular Breakthrough to Look and Feel 10 Years Younger – Reveals how proper hydration at the cellular level can improve health, appearance, and longevity. 👉 Check it out
📙 Blue Zones Solution, The: Eating and Living Like the World's Healthiest People – Shares the lifestyle and dietary habits of the world's longest-living populations to enhance longevity and well-being. 👉 Explore it here
📕 Deep Nutrition – A guide to optimal eating based on ancestral diets and nutrient-dense foods for better health, vitality, and long-term wellness. 👉 Discover it here
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In this episode, we sit down with Allan Paul Roberts to discuss his book, The Globalist Plan to Collapse Everything: To Usher in a New World Order. In the book, Allan presents his perspective on the political, economic, and cultural forces he believes are reshaping modern society. Through an examination of what he describes as the eleven pillars of Western civilization, he argues that many of the institutions people rely on are undergoing significant change…
Drawing on a background in technology, marketing, and communications, Allan has dedicated his writing to helping readers make sense of complex global developments. His work combines traditional publishing with multimedia content, using QR codes and digital resources to encourage readers to explore topics in greater depth.
This conversation explores:
The "instant download" that inspired The Globalist Plan to Collapse Everything.
The eleven pillars of society that Roberts believes are under pressure.
His views on current political, economic, and cultural trends.
How technology and global institutions are influencing modern life.
Through his writing and public speaking, Allan encourages audiences to examine current events through a broader lens and consider how large-scale social, economic, and political changes may affect their communities and daily lives.
Want to learn more about the ideas behind The Globalist Plan to Collapse Everything? Tune in as Allan shares his perspective on global trends, societal change, and the challenges he believes could shape the future.
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🛍️ Recommended Books from this Episode
📖 The Globalist Plan to Collapse Everything: To Usher in a New World Order – An in-depth look at global economic and political strategies, exploring theories about centralized control and societal transformation. 👉 Get it here
📘 Confessions of an Economic Hit Man – A revealing memoir detailing the author's role in international economic manipulation and the shaping of global politics. 👉 Check it out
📙 The Creature from Jekyll Island: A Second Look at the Federal Reserve – A critical examination of the Federal Reserve and its influence on the economy, finance, and political power. 👉 Explore it here
📕 The Sovereign Individual: Mastering the Transition to the Information Age – Explores how technology and information shifts will reshape economics, governance, and personal freedom in the modern world. 👉 Discover it here
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In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Tamara Hannon to discuss the growing impact of diabetes, obesity, and insulin resistance on today's youth. As a board-certified pediatric endocrinologist and Professor of Pediatrics at the Indiana University School of Medicine, Dr. Hannon has dedicated her career to understanding, preventing, and treating metabolic disorders in children and adolescents.
Dr. Hannon serves as Director of the Pediatric Diabetes Program and the Youth Diabetes Prevention Clinic at Riley Hospital for Children, where she helps care for more than 1,800 pediatric diabetes patients from across Indiana and neighboring states. In addition to her clinical work, she leads and collaborates on research initiatives focused on diabetes prevention, improving insulin function, and increasing patient and community engagement in diabetes care.
Hit play to explore:
Why rates of childhood obesity and diabetes continue to rise.
The relationship between insulin resistance, obesity, and metabolic health.
Key warning signs of prediabetes and Type 2 diabetes in children.
How Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes differ in young patients.
With a background in nutrition science and extensive experience in pediatric endocrinology, Dr. Hannon combines clinical expertise with patient-centered research to improve outcomes for children living with diabetes and related metabolic conditions. Her work focuses on developing practical, evidence-based strategies that help young people achieve better health both now and throughout adulthood.
Connect with Dr. Hannon:
🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C
🛍️ Recommended Books from this Episode
📖 Type 1 Diabetes in Children, Adolescents and Young Adults – A comprehensive guide on managing Type 1 diabetes in young patients, covering treatment, lifestyle, and long-term care. 👉 Get it here
📘 Bright Futures: Guidelines for Health Supervision of Infants, Children, and Adolescents – Evidence-based recommendations for pediatric health, growth, and preventive care. 👉 Check it out
📙 The End of Diabetes: The Eat to Live Plan to Prevent and Reverse Diabetes – A nutrition-focused program for preventing and reversing diabetes through diet and lifestyle changes. 👉 Explore it here
📕 The Prediabetes Diet Plan: How to Reverse Prediabetes and Prevent Diabetes through Healthy Eating and Exercise – A practical guide to reversing prediabetes and reducing the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. 👉 Discover it here
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In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Greg Eckel to discuss Parkinson's disease, neurodegenerative disorders, and some of the most common misconceptions surrounding brain health. As a naturopathic physician and pioneer in regenerative medicine, Dr. Eckel has spent more than two decades exploring innovative approaches to supporting neurological function and improving quality of life for patients facing complex brain-related conditions.
Dr. Eckel is the founder of bVital in Park City, Utah, and the creator of the Eckel Protocol®, an integrative approach that combines regenerative therapies, bioenergetics, and advanced health technologies. His work focuses on helping individuals optimize brain function, address chronic neurological challenges, and support long-term cognitive health.
This conversation explores:
Common myths and misconceptions about Parkinson's disease.
The role of neuroinflammation in brain health and neurodegenerative conditions.
Emerging approaches to brain regeneration and neurological recovery.
How lifestyle, nutrition, and integrative medicine may support cognitive function.
Dr. Eckel's interest in brain regeneration was deeply influenced by his personal experience caring for his wife during her battle with Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease. That journey led him to investigate regenerative medicine, neuroinflammation, and innovative therapeutic approaches designed to support the brain's natural healing processes. Today, his work incorporates a wide range of tools, including naturopathic medicine, Chinese medicine, regenerative therapies, mind-body practices, and emerging health technologies.
A sought-after speaker and educator, Dr. Eckel has been featured on major media outlets, including ABC, NBC, and FOX. He is also the author of Shake It Off: An Integrative Approach to Parkinson's Solutions and has reached thousands through his educational programs focused on brain health, neuroplasticity, and regenerative medicine.
Connect with Dr. Eckel:
🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C
🛍️ Recommended Books from this Episode
📖 Defying Parkinsons: Cutting Edge Therapies That Outperform Standard Neurological Treatments – A guide to innovative therapies and strategies that go beyond conventional treatments for Parkinson's disease. 👉 Get it here
📘 The Brain That Changes Itself: Stories of Personal Triumph from the Frontiers of Brain Science – Inspiring real-life stories demonstrating the brain's remarkable ability to adapt, rewire, and heal itself. 👉 Check it out
📙 The End of Alzheimer's: The First Program to Prevent and Reverse Cognitive Decline – A step-by-step program focused on preventing and reversing Alzheimer's and other cognitive disorders through lifestyle and nutrition. 👉 Explore it here
📕 Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain – Explores how physical activity improves brain function, mental health, and overall cognitive performance. 👉 Discover it here
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In this episode, we sit down with Jade Guerra to discuss hypothyroidism, Type 2 diabetes, and the seven organs that play a critical role in blood sugar regulation. As a chiropractor and nurse practitioner with expertise in functional medicine, Dr. Guerra takes a comprehensive approach to health – helping patients uncover and address the underlying factors that contribute to chronic conditions rather than simply managing symptoms…
Drawing from her unique blend of clinical training and holistic wellness strategies, Dr. Guerra works to help individuals improve metabolic health, restore balance, and make sustainable lifestyle changes that support long-term well-being.
Hit play to discover:
The seven organs involved in regulating blood sugar levels
How hypothyroidism and blood sugar imbalances can be interconnected
The role of lifestyle and nutrition in supporting metabolic health
How reducing toxic exposures may contribute to overall wellness
Want to learn more about the root causes of blood sugar dysfunction and thyroid-related health challenges? Join the conversation as Dr. Guerra shares her integrative approach to helping patients achieve better health through nutrition, lifestyle modifications, and personalized care.
Connect with Dr. Guerra:
🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C
🛍️ Recommended Books from this Episode
📖 The Blood Sugar Solution: The UltraHealthy Program for Losing Weight, Preventing Disease, and Feeling Great Now! – A science-backed program to balance blood sugar, lose weight, and improve overall health. 👉 Get it here
📘 The End of Diabetes: The Eat to Live Plan to Prevent and Reverse Diabetes – A practical guide to reversing and preventing diabetes through nutrition and lifestyle changes. 👉 Check it out
📙 Hashimoto's Protocol – A comprehensive approach to managing Hashimoto's disease with detox plans, nourishing recipes, and proven treatment strategies. 👉 Explore it here
📕 The Thyroid Connection: Why You Feel Tired, Brain-Fogged, and Overweight—and How to Get Your Life Back – A practical guide to diagnosing and treating thyroid dysfunction to restore energy, mental clarity, and weight balance. 👉 Discover it here
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In this episode, Travis D. Hahler joins us to discuss his book, Rethink Resistance: Embracing Neuroscience to Lead Transformational Change. Drawing on his background in psychology, business strategy, and neuroscience, Travis helps leaders understand why change initiatives so often fail — and how organizations can work with the brain instead of against it to create lasting transformation…
Travis is the Senior Director of Global Strategy & Transformation at Salesforce, where he helps drive large-scale organizational change in one of the world's leading technology companies. He is also the founder of The Neurological Nomad, an organization dedicated to helping leaders apply neuroscience, neuropsychology, and behavioral science to build more effective, employee-centered workplaces.
This conversation covers:
The human element of making large-scale changes.
The ways that AI is shifting how we do work.
Why resistance to change is often a natural neurological response.
How neuroscience can help leaders create more successful transformations.
Want to learn how neuroscience can transform the way you lead change? Listen in as Travis shares insights from Rethink Resistance and explains how leaders can create meaningful, sustainable transformation in today's rapidly evolving workplace.
Connect with Travis:
🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C
🛍️ Recommended Books from this Episode
📖 Embracing Resistance to Change: Facilitating Change Differently Through the Paradox of Resistance – Explores how understanding and working with resistance can make organizational and personal change more effective. 👉 Get it here
📘 Switch: How to Change Things When Change Is Hard – A practical guide on overcoming obstacles to change by aligning rational thinking with emotional motivation. 👉 Check it out
📙 The Culture Code: The Secrets of Highly Successful Groups – Reveals the principles behind successful team cultures and how to foster trust, collaboration, and innovation. 👉 Explore it here
📕 Leaders Eat Last: Why Some Teams Pull Together and Others Don't – Examines how effective leadership builds trust, cooperation, and strong team performance. 👉 Discover it here
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In this episode, we connect with Dr. Izzy Justice, Chief Neuroscience Officer at Neuro580 and author of Life Explained: Chasing 10Hz, to explore how the brain functions under the pressures of modern life. Drawing on decades of experience in applied neuroscience, Dr. Justice explains why so many high achievers struggle with stress, distraction, mental fatigue, and burnout — even when they appear successful on the surface…
As a pioneering sports neuroscientist, executive coach, and performance advisor, Dr. Justice has worked with elite athletes, business leaders, coaches, and teams to help them unlock higher levels of focus, resilience, and performance. Through his work at Neuro580, he studies the brain's electrical activity and develops practical tools designed to help people perform at their best when it matters most.
Dive in now to learn about:
What the "10Hz state" is and why it may be critical for focus and performance
Why high-performing individuals often experience overwhelm, brain fog, and mental fatigue
How stress impacts brain function and decision-making
The neuroscience behind attention, presence, and peak performance
Simple Neurohacks that can help improve focus, clarity, and emotional regulation
Dr. Justice is the Chief Neuroscience Officer at Neuro580 and the founder of Neuro580Gives, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting mental wellness for underserved youth and the educators, coaches, and mentors who guide them. A five-time Ironman finisher, bestselling author, and trusted advisor to Olympic medalists and championship-winning athletes, he combines expertise in neuroscience, business, and human performance to help individuals achieve sustainable success.
Connect with Dr. Justice:
🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C
🛍️ Recommended Books from this Episode
📖 Life Explained: Chasing 10Hz – Explores how brainwave frequencies influence consciousness, performance, and mental clarity, offering insights into optimizing your mind. 👉 Get it here
📘 Peak: Secrets from the New Science of Expertise – Reveals how deliberate practice and focused learning can help anyone achieve mastery in their chosen field. 👉 Check it out
📙 Boundless: Upgrade Your Brain, Optimize Your Body & Defy Aging (Updated and Revised) – A holistic guide to enhancing cognitive function, physical health, and longevity with science-backed strategies. 👉 Explore it here
📕 The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business – Examines the science behind habit formation and how to build lasting behavioral change for success and productivity. 👉 Discover it here
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"What does it mean to age – and can we change it?" This is the question that filmmaker David Donnelly set out to explore while writing and directing the award-winning documentary Forever Young. Filmed over three years and spanning three continents, the project takes viewers from the cutting-edge research labs of the Buck Institute in Northern California to communities around the world known for their longevity and healthy aging practices.
The result is an 88-minute documentary featuring scientists, physicians, researchers, and thought leaders examining one of humanity's most enduring questions: how do we age, and what can modern science teach us about living longer and healthier lives?
Jump in now to discover:
Surprising insights from the science of aging and longevity
The difference between lifespan and healthspan
Emerging therapies and technologies being studied for healthy aging
How genetics, epigenetics, and cellular health may influence the aging process
David is an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and visual artist whose work explores the intersection of culture, technology, and the human experience. His films, installations, and mixed-media projects have been featured in major museums, international festivals, and private collections worldwide.
David's films have been showcased at premier institutions including the Whitney Museum of American Art, the Chicago Museum of Contemporary Art, the Kennedy Center, the Hamburg Elbphilharmonie, the Beijing Music Festival, and the Arvo Pärt Center.
Watch the movie Forever Young on Apple TV.
Connect with David:
🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C
🛍️ Recommended Books from this Episode
📖 Lifespan: Why We Age—and Why We Don't Have To – An eye-opening exploration of the biology of aging and actionable strategies to extend both lifespan and healthspan. 👉 Get it here
📘 The Telomere Effect: A Revolutionary Approach to Living Younger, Healthier, Longer – Reveals how lifestyle choices affect telomere length and offers practical steps to slow aging at the cellular level. 👉 Check it out
📙 Healthy at 100: How You Can—At Any Age—Dramatically Increase Your Life Span and Your Health Span – A classic guide sharing lessons from the world's longest-living populations and how to apply them to your life. 👉 Explore it here
📕 Ageless: The New Science of Getting Older Without Getting Old – Combines cutting-edge science and practical strategies to maintain vitality, health, and cognitive function as we age. 👉 Discover it here
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