Best Jamesmaskell Podcasts (2026)

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2026 | A Call to the Most Important Mission of Our Lifetime 30:10

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5d ago30:10

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To start the year, I would love it if you could find 10 minutes today to read what I believe is the most important blog I've written. It contextualizes the importance of both my first book, The Evolution of Medicine and my second, The Community Cure, to now what I believe is the most important moment and mission of our time… I also reviewed the inc…

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Senior Living & Precision Brain Health 50:00

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This week on the Evolution of Medicine podcast, we're exploring what may be the most natural, and most underutilized, home for precision brain health: senior living. Earlier this year, I was introduced to Doug Motter, President of Homestead Village in Pennsylvania. For the past 27 years, Doug has been guiding a 600-resident senior living community …

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Can Functional Medicine Help With ALS, MND? 45:27

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This week on the podcast we feature Dr. Kirstie Lawton, Founder of Food for the Brain Foundation and a virtual brain health clinic in the UK focused on ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease) which in the UK is called "Motor Neurone Disease" (MND) This is a hot topic in the UK as there has been a flurry of cases and concern about MND in the professional rugby p…

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Immune Resilience and COVID Truth 34:05

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This week on Season 2, Episode 7 of the Evolution of Medicine, we take a deeper and more personal dive into immune resilience and the COVID vaccines, a topic that, five years later, continues to shape our work, our patients, and our health system. In the News: A UK Decision That Should Concern Everyone A recent report from the UK announced that pub…

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Anderson Cooper & Sanjay Gupta Are Lying 33:22

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This week on the Evolution of Medicine podcast, we dive into a topic that weaves together many of the threads we've been exploring over the last few weeks. We've talked about AI and its rapid rise. We've talked about cognitive decline and the extraordinary possibility of reversing it. And we've talked about what it will take to get there on an indi…

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The Primary Care Renaissance 46:34

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This week on the Evolution of Medicine podcast, we dive into one of the most exciting developments in healthcare – the Primary Care Renaissance. Starting January 1st, new legislation makes it easier than ever for both patients and employers to participate in Direct Primary Care (DPC). This shift could finally deliver on many of the promises we've b…

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Grokipedia Deep Dive and More! 25:03

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Last week, I shared the differences in entries between Wikipedia and Grokipedia and why that shift represents a turning point for functional medicine. This week on The Evolution of Medicine Podcast, we take a deeper dive into Grokipedia: what it is, how it's changing the landscape for practitioners, and why it might finally put to rest the old "pse…

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Everyone's Brain Needs Primary Prevention 39:21

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This week on the Evolution of Medicine Podcast, we dive into primary prevention – and why it's the future of health. Dr. Eric Topol recently published an article lamenting medicine's lack of progress in the big three killers: cardiovascular disease, cancer, and neurodegeneration. He's right about the problem, but I'd argue he's been going to the wr…

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The Consumer Lab Wars 54:45

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The Evolution of Medicine podcast returns with a deep dive into the seismic shifts reshaping healthcare – from the explosion of direct-to-consumer lab testing to the most disingenuous pharmaceutical commercial ever made. Host James Maskell unpacks how companies like Function Health, Superpower, Whoop, and Aura are democratizing health data, while p…

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Network Sufficiency 46:29

3M ago46:29

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The Evolution of Medicine podcast is back – weekly, longer-form, and laser-focused on giving practitioners the news, tools, and frameworks to reverse chronic disease at scale. In this premiere of "season two," host James Maskell introduces the big idea shaping the next chapter: solving "network insufficiency" at three levels – inside the body, acro…

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Reclaiming Kidney Health: A Functional Medicine Journey 36:42

7M ago36:42

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When experienced integrative physician Dr. Robin Rose discovered she had a kidney tumor and early signs of kidney disease, she was shocked—but determined. What followed was a deep dive into an often-overlooked aspect of chronic disease care: kidney health. In this powerful episode, Dr. Rose shares how her personal health journey ignited a mission t…

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How Foodom Is Transforming Healthcare: Chef-Powered Food as Medicine 30:18

8M ago30:18

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What if health plans could cover in-home chef services to improve patient outcomes? In this episode, James Maskell sits down with Renata Jenik, founder of Foodom.com, to explore how her company is pioneering a powerful new model of food as medicine—one that's already being covered by insurance. Renata shares her personal journey from overwhelmed wo…

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The Global Transformation of Functional Medicine 27:40

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In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Javier Galvis, the first Latin American physician certified by the Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM), to explore the remarkable rise of functional medicine across Latin America. Dr. Galvis shares his journey from discovering the IFM Annual International Conference (AIC) in 2010 to completing his certifica…

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Scaling Health Practice Theory 46:52

9M ago46:52

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What does it take to build a thriving, scalable functional medicine practice in today's healthcare landscape? In this episode of the Evolution of Medicine podcast, we're joined by Seth Conger, a seasoned entrepreneur and innovator in the functional medicine space who's helped practices grow from startup to seven-figure exits. Seth shares his own jo…

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The Transformational Power of Dance – Tasha Blank on Healing, Embodiment and Community 49:08

9M ago49:08

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In this powerful episode of the Evolution of Medicine podcast, James Maskell sits down with Tasha Blank—DJ, movement catalyst, and founder of Powerhouse DJ School—to explore how dance, music, and embodiment can be powerful tools for healing and nervous system regulation. For over a decade, Tasha has pioneered sober-conscious dance events that remov…

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From Soil to Soul: Transforming Health through Farming 49:35

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Transforming Cancer Care with Dr. Nasha Winters 40:40

10M ago40:40

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In this episode, Dr. Nasha Winters shares her powerful journey with cancer and the urgent need for a paradigm shift in oncology. She explores the limitations of the current cancer care model, the critical role of mitochondria in chronic illness, and why asking different questions is essential for improving patient outcomes. Dr. Winters also introdu…

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Vision Health and Cognitive Function with Dr. Bryce Appelbaum 37:16

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Summary In this episode, James welcomes back Dr. Bryce Appelbaum to the Evolution of Medicine podcast to continue their previous discussion about functional optometry. James and Dr. Appelbaum recently reconnected at an event tied to the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) initiative. Dr. Appelbaum approaches vision health from a functional medicine p…

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Business of Functional Medicine: Entrepreneurial Tools with Ari Meisel, Part II 32:31

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This Business of Functional Medicine episode is the second part of podcast episode #349, hosted by Kristen Brokaw with guest and business coach, Ari Meisel. In this episode, Ari explains that practice owners can use AI to enhance productivity. He also discusses concepts that he teaches in business coaching, including "The 3 Levers of Success in Bus…

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Transforming Healthcare: Hands on Peru 36:57

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This week's podcast guest is Katie Baric, Executive Director at Hands on Peru—a nonprofit organization in Peru and the US, created as a response to the deep inequities in access to medical care among the rural poor of Peru. Hands on Peru is a medical center that provides a range of basic medical services, from dentistry to ultrasounds. The organiza…

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Environmental Medicine: Leading the Charge with Dr. Jeffrey Morrison 41:26

1y ago41:26

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In this episode, James Maskell is joined by Dr. Jeffrey Morrison, the newly elected president of the American Academy of Environmental Medicine (AAEM). Since its founding in the 1960s, AAEM has been at the forefront of understanding and addressing environmental causes of illness. Dr. Morrison shares how AAEM is experiencing a resurgence, fueled by …

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Water Fluoridation: A Holistic Dentist's Take 44:14

1y ago44:14

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In this episode, James Maskell speaks with Dr. Staci Whitman, a holistic pediatric dentist who shares her transformative journey from advocating for fluoride use to opposing its inclusion in public water systems. Dr. Whitman integrates dental health with whole-body wellness. She is an IFM Certified Provider (IFMCP), Board Certified in Naturopathic …

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Improving Cancer Outcomes with Group Care 36:18

1y ago36:18

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In this podcast episode, Dr. Alaina Gair delves into her approach to cancer care through group support, inspired by the transformative principles of The Community Cure and events by Dr. Meghan Walker. In this compelling conversation, Dr. Gair reveals how integrating community-based practices into her naturopathic care has redefined patient experien…

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A Personal Journey to Integrative Pediatrics 38:42

1y ago38:42

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Dr. Joel Warsh is an integrative pediatrician who has built a successful practice in Los Angeles. He discusses his journey into integrative medicine, initially being frustrated by the overuse of medications in traditional pediatric care and seeking out alternative approaches. He talks about the challenge of getting the necessary education in integr…

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Functional Medicine Psychiatry and Group Care: The Healing Depression Project 40:39

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In this episode, Dr. Achina Stein and Silvia Covelli share their experience leading the Healing Depression Project, a holistic approach to treating depression that integrates functional medicine, lifestyle changes, and community support. Drawing from their personal experiences with conventional psychiatry, they discuss the frustrations with traditi…

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Business of Functional Medicine: Four Entrepreneurial Mindsets for Practice Owners 30:02

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Business of Functional Medicine: Four Entrepreneurial Mindsets for Practice Owners [OM1] Guest: Ari Meisel Host: Kristen Brokaw Episode # 349 October 2, 2024 In this Business of Functional Medicine podcast episode hosted by Kristen Brokaw, Ari Meisel, a business coach, discusses the importance of productivity and scalability for healthcare provider…

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Reversing Autism – A Journey of Hope 54:47

1+ y ago54:47

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In this week's episode of the Evolution of Medicine Podcast, we dive deep into the groundbreaking work of Beth Lambert, executive director at Documenting Hope, and Dr. Heather Tallman Ruhm, medical director at Documenting Hope. This powerful conversation centers on reversing autism, addressing chronic pediatric illnesses, and how integrative medici…

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Business of Functional Medicine: A Journey from Conventional to Functional Medicine with Rising Tide Wellness 43:29

1+ y ago43:29

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In this inspiring episode, Erin and Gene share their powerful journey from the world of conventional medicine to founding their thriving functional medicine practice, Rising Tide Wellness, in Charleston, SC. Through personal health challenges and professional growth, they discovered the potential of functional medicine to provide the answers they w…

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Addressing Flaws in Medicine with the Broken Science Initiative 38:47

1+ y ago38:47

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In this episode of the Evolution of Medicine podcast, James Maskell speaks with Emily Kaplan of the Broken Science Initiative. They dive deep into the flaws of modern science, particularly in the context of medicine, and discuss how these issues contribute to the chronic disease epidemic. Emily Kaplan and Greg Glassman of CrossFit co-founded the Br…

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Men's Health in Crisis 36:51

1+ y ago36:51

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Rob Kress, with a background in pharmacy and herbology, joins James for a compelling discussion on the critical need for men's health-focused medical practices. This episode is meant to inspire practitioners to create successful, holistic men's health practices that can effectively address the current men's health crisis. The conversation stems fro…

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The Social Prescribing Movement 47:51

1+ y ago47:51

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Julia Hotz is a journalist and author, who wrote a book called The Connection Cure: The Prescriptive Power of Movement, Nature, Art, Service and Belonging. James and Julia connected because her new book is strikingly synergistic in topic and title to James' second book, The Community Cure: Transforming Health Outcomes Together, which calls for read…

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Inside VagusFest 43:14

1+ y ago43:14

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VagusFest launched in spring 2024, and Dr. Kelly Livingston took the concept and ran with it, creating a sucessful event that engaged her local community members. Dr. Livingston joins this podcast episode to share her experience applying James Maskell's VagusFest model in Darien, Connecticut. The VagusFest model enables local practitioners to host …

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Brain Health: Reversing Alzheimer's 34:11

1+ y ago34:11

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Expanding upon the July 2024 Functional Forum about reversing cognitive decline, this podcast episode offers the full conversation between Dr. Heather Sandison and James Maskell. Dr. Sandison is the author of Reversing Alzheimer's: The New Toolkit to Improve Cognition and Protect Brain Health. In this episode, the guest delves deeper into the poten…

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Unifying Brain and Body for Mental Health 35:58

1+ y ago35:58

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Kirkland Newman is the founder of MindHealth360, host of the London Functional Forum Community, and is organizing the Integrative Medicine for Mental Health Conference, occurring October 10-13, 2024 just outside of Washington, DC. The conference aims to bring together various practitioners and professionals in the mental health field to discuss con…

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Managing Emotional and Mental Energy: Business of Functional Medicine 44:06

1+ y ago44:06

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In this Business of Functional Medicine episode, Kristen Brokaw hosts a conversation with Dr. Jarrod Spencer, a sports psychologist who also works with corporations and high net-worth professionals. In this episode, Dr. Spencer discusses the importance for clinicans to manage emotional energy and mental fatigue. Given that healthcare is usually a h…

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Nervous System Regulation 37:05

1+ y ago37:05

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On this episode, our guest is Mastin Kipp, a best-selling author and creator of Functional Life CoachingTM. Mastin joined the podcast to talk about his recent book titled, Reclaim Your Nervous System, which discusses the importance of prioritizing the nervous system in healing and overall well-being. Mastin asserts that befriending and addressing r…

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The Unity of Metabolic and Mental Health 43:24

1+ y ago43:24

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Robert Lustig, MD joins James for this information-packed episode that unifies mental and metabolic healthcare. Dr. Lustig is a pediatric endocrinologist and food educator, who focuses on spreading awareness about the topic of this podcast. During this episode he walks through the connection between nutrition, brain health, and mental health. They …

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The Best Healthcare System in the World 37:59

1+ y ago37:59

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In this episode, Darrell Moon, founder of Aspirational Healthcare, discusses the Nuka System of Care in Anchorage, Alaska, which has been called "the best healthcare system in the world." The system is built around the needs and aspirations of the customers, focusing on building relationships and providing support to help individuals achieve their …

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Cardiometabolic Disease, Fatty Liver & Weight Loss 31:40

1+ y ago31:40

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In this episode James Maskell is joined by returning guest, Dr. Shilpa Saxena, MD to continue exploring the use of GLP-1 agonists, specifically Semaglutide, for weight loss and cardiometabolic diseases. The conversation reinforces the importance of using GLP-1s responsibly and in conjunction with lifestyle medicine coaching to address underlying be…

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VagusFest Debut 25:18

1+ y ago25:18

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In James Maskell's first-ever solo podcast, he introduces Evolution of Medicine's upcoming event, VagusFest. On May 29, 2024, listeners can join the Evolution of Medicine's debut VagusFest, a participatory education experience focused on toning the vagus nerve, that will provide hands-on healing experiences for participants. In this podcast episode…

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Cleveland Clinic Functional Medicine Update 26:24

1+ y ago26:24

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Dr. James Carter, the director of the Center for Functional Medicine at Cleveland Clinic, discusses his journey to functional medicine and his role at Cleveland Clinic. Dr. Carter is also a vascular medicine specialist and is interested in vascular health from a functional medicine perspective. He talks about the vision and growth of functional med…

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Anthroposophic Medicine 39:26

2y ago39:26

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In this episode, we learn about anthroposophic medicine from James Maskell's guest, Adam Blanning, MD. Anthroposophic medicine takes a holistic approach to humans, nature, illness, and healing by addressing the physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of health. The principles and practices of this medicinal form incorporate elements of herbal me…

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Toxicity in Children: Protecting Future Generations 42:50

2y ago42:50

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James Maskell's guest on this episode is Dr. Elisa Song, a holistic pediatrician whose mission is to educate clinicians and parents alike about environmental toxicity in children and how to help children thrive by improving their health. She has written books, organized conferences and is passionate about addressing environmental toxicity. In this …

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Business of Functional Medicine: Unifying Direct Private Care Providers 45:27

2y ago45:27

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Guest: Zak Holdsworth, CEO of Hint Health In this Business of Functional Medicine episode, we hear from Zak Holdsworth, a leader in the health technology industry and the CEO and cofounder of Hint Health. Hint Health supports the direct primary care (DPC) movement and aims to provide affordable, high-quality health care by offering a successful alt…

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Clearing Confusion Around Botanical Medicine with Dr. Guilliams 49:44

2y ago49:44

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In this episode, Dr. Tom Guilliams rejoins the podcast to explore the complexities and misconceptions surrounding botanical medicine and how clinicians can maximize the therapeutic effects of herbs. We learn from Dr. Guilliams that clinicians using herbs should consider the role of the microbiome in terms of absorption and activation of botanical c…

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The Vagus Nerve: The Organ of Unity 46:17

2y ago46:17

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In this podcast episode, James Maskell interviews Dr. Navaz Habib about the importance of the vagus nerve in healing and overall health. Dr. Habib explains that the vagus nerve plays a critical role in shifting the body from a sympathetic (fight or flight) state to a parasympathetic (rest and digest) state, which is necessary for healing. He emphas…

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Detox: What You Need To Know with Dr. Jeffrey Morrison 45:26

2y ago45:26

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James Maskell's guest on this episode is Jeffrey Morrison, MD, whose clinical approach is to use nutrition to prevent or reverse degenerative and chronic disease. In both his clinical practice and as a member of the Board of Directors of the American Academy of Environmental Medicine, he considers detoxification as a critical foundation to health. …

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Functional Optometry with Dr. Bryce Appelbaum 38:05

2y ago38:05

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In this episode, James interviews Dr. Bryce Appelbaum, a neuro-optometrist. For the first time ever on the podcast, we learn about the field of functional optometry, including how it differs from traditional optometry. Dr. Appelbaum discusses the importance of vision for overall health and how vision problems can impact learning, behavior and daily…

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The Future of Integrative Medicine: A Conversation with Dr. Andrew Weil 35:46

2y ago35:46

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James' guest on this episode is Dr. Andrew Weil, the founder and leader of a fellowship program for integrative medicine through the University of Arizona. In this role and others, he has significant influence on future generations of integrative medicine practitioners. In this conversation, Dr. Weil discusses the current state of integrative medic…

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Business of Functional Medicine: Live Life by Design 50:28

2y ago50:28

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In this episode, Dr. Joan Rosenberg discusses her book, 90 Seconds to A Life You Love, and the concept of living life by design. Many believe their circumstances dictate their lives; our guest asserts that one can design their life by having a vision or big goals and working towards them despite the circumstances. Dr. Rosenberg shares the importanc…