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The Pod of Inquiry The Podcast For Human Optimization And Understanding
The Pod of Inquiry The Podcast For Human Optimization And Understanding
Author: Dr. Stephen L. Barrett
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The Podcast For Human Optimization And Understanding - The Pod Of Inquiry is designed to empower you with knowledge. What happens from there is up to you. Your host, Dr. Stephen Barrett, has designed this show to take you down some very deep rabbit holes hopefully bringing you back out again, relatively unscathed, but cerebrally wicked enabling a better understanding of all things worthy of inquiry.
Past topics on the podcast include: Podiatry; Adhesive Arachnoiditis; Alzheimers; Antioxidants; Autoimmunity; Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy; Biomechanics; Charcot Neuroarthropathy; Diabetes; Diabetic Foot Ulcers; Diabetic Neuropathy; Diagnostic Ultrasound; Direct pay medical care; Drop Foot; Functional Medicine; hallux limitus; Hallux Valgus Surgery; Hashimoto's Disease; Heel Pain; Holistic Medicine; Inflammation; Iodine; Ketamine; Melatonin; Metabolism; Mortons Entrapment; Nitric Oxide; Ozone Therapy; Pain; Palmitoylethanolamide; Peptides; Peripheral Nerve Surgery; Peripheral Neuropathy; Plantar Fasciitis; PRP; Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy (PEMF); Regenerative Medicine; Remy; Restless Leg Syndrome; Stem Cells; Sub clinical nerve entrapment; Tarsal Tunnel; The Phoenix Sign; Thyroid; Triglycerides; and more.
Past topics on the podcast include: Podiatry; Adhesive Arachnoiditis; Alzheimers; Antioxidants; Autoimmunity; Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy; Biomechanics; Charcot Neuroarthropathy; Diabetes; Diabetic Foot Ulcers; Diabetic Neuropathy; Diagnostic Ultrasound; Direct pay medical care; Drop Foot; Functional Medicine; hallux limitus; Hallux Valgus Surgery; Hashimoto's Disease; Heel Pain; Holistic Medicine; Inflammation; Iodine; Ketamine; Melatonin; Metabolism; Mortons Entrapment; Nitric Oxide; Ozone Therapy; Pain; Palmitoylethanolamide; Peptides; Peripheral Nerve Surgery; Peripheral Neuropathy; Plantar Fasciitis; PRP; Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy (PEMF); Regenerative Medicine; Remy; Restless Leg Syndrome; Stem Cells; Sub clinical nerve entrapment; Tarsal Tunnel; The Phoenix Sign; Thyroid; Triglycerides; and more.
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✅StemRegen: http://www.stemregen.co/drstephen (Special Offer: Save 15% Using Code "SBPOD" At Checkout) ✅Nature's Marvels: https://profound-health.com/product-category/bioregulators/?aff=PODOF (A Trusted Source for Natural & Synthetic Bioregulators) ✅Essential Energy : https://essentialenergy.solutions/?sca_ref=9026629.TgisoqpDPz Your 10% discount code is POI10 ( Photonic EMF Protection + Bio Tuning ) ✅Approved Medical Sollutions: https://approvedmedicalsolutions.com/ (Non-licensed patients can use code "sbarrett" for a 10% discount.) Please register your patients at - www.tremorstudy.com What if being incredibly fit was actually making you sick? That's exactly what happened to Christopher Maher — a former Navy SEAL, Olympic-level athlete, and now the creator of the revolutionary True Body Intelligence™ healing system. In this powerful episode of Pod of Inquiry, Dr. Stephen Barrett sits down with Christopher to uncover how childhood trauma, chronic stress, and extreme physical training rewired his body — and how he healed himself through a method that bridges fascia work, vibrational healing, and emotional release. 🎯 In This Episode, You'll Learn: ✅ Why being fit doesn't always mean being healthy ✅ How trauma physically embeds in your body — and how to release it ✅ The practitioner who ended 3 years of pain in just 24 hours ✅ What happens in a 28-day dark room retreat (your body produces DMT naturally!) ✅ Why "doing" more isn't the key to happiness — being is ✅ How to tell if you're "fit but toxic" and what to do about it 💡 Key Takeaway: Christopher's mission is simple — to help you cut your lifetime stress in half and live 50/50: fully present and fully productive. 📘 Explore More: 👉 Get Christopher's book: Free for Life 👉 Learn more at TrueBodyIntelligence.com 👉 Book a free consultation after reading his book Visit our website https://podofinquiry.com/latest-episodes/ - click on the show link to read the show notes and get more information. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 01:03 - Early Biohacking Pioneer 03:30 - Childhood Trauma: The Mrs. Baskerfield Incident 04:32 - Coping Mechanisms 05:00 - Additional Trauma 06:00 - Milton Hershey School 07:46 - College Years 08:19 - Discovery of Navy SEALs 09:19 - SEAL Training Demands 11:50 - The Grit Factor 13:41 - Medical Concerns in Training 15:24 - Transition to Olympic Training 16:00 - Musculoskeletal Breakdown 17:30 - Discovery of Wellness Approaches 20:00 - Sponsor Break: Stem Regen 23:08 - Introduction to Structural Integration 25:00 - Discussion of Fascia 25:47 - The Roberto Breakthrough 29:45 - Roberto's Method 31:23 - Mind-Body Connection 32:03 - Dark Room Retreat 33:30 - Third Eye and DMT 35:00 - Ascension Experience 37:12 - Transformation from Self to Service 38:00 - Sponsor Break: Nature's Marvels Bioregulatory Peptides 40:00 - The 44-Day Fast 41:31 - True Body Intelligence Program Components 45:00 - Individualized Approach 46:25 - Program Structure 48:21 - Being vs. Doing 50:15 - Being Present While Doing 52:27 - How to Connect -- Hashtags -- #TrueBodyIntelligence #ChristopherMaher #TraumaHealing #Biohacking #FasciaRelease #ChronicPain #NavySEAL #MindBodyHealing
✅StemRegen: http://www.stemregen.co/drstephen (Special Offer: Save 15% Using Code "SBPOD" At Checkout) ✅Nature's Marvels : https://profound-health.com/product-category/bioregulators/?aff=PODOF (A Trusted Source for Natural & Synthetic Bioregulators) ✅Essential Energy : https://essentialenergy.solutions/?sca_ref=9026629.TgisoqpDPz Your 10% discount code is POI10 ( Photonic EMF Protection + Bio Tuning ) ✅Approved Medical Sollutions: https://approvedmedicalsolutions.com/ (Non-licensed patients can use code "sbarrett" for a 10% discount.) Please register your patients at - www.tremorstudy.com In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Stephen L. Barrett sits down with Dr. Eric Williams, the surgeon who rediscovered Soleal Sling Syndrome — a once-forgotten cause of tibial nerve entrapment that explains why so many "tarsal tunnel" surgeries fail. Until Dr. Williams' groundbreaking 2009 research, this condition was virtually invisible in modern medicine. Now, his work has revolutionized how surgeons diagnose and treat proximal tibial nerve entrapments with life-changing results. 🎯 What You'll Learn: 🔍 The "Open Eyeball Sign" — a clinical pearl that confirms the diagnosis 💪 Why flexor hallucis longus weakness is the key to identifying soleal sling ⚡ How to differentiate Soleal Sling Syndrome from Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome 🚫 Why traditional compartment releases fail (and what to do instead) 🧠 The link between DVT, post-phlebitic pain, and nerve compression 🦶 Surgical insights — medial vs. posterior vs. lateral approaches 📈 Clinical outcomes — 92% success rate in trauma patients 💬 Dr. Barrett's Takeaway: "The eyes can't see what the mind doesn't know." Visit our website https://podofinquiry.com/latest-episodes/ - click on the show link to read the show notes and get more information. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 01:19 - Opening Discussion 02:06 - Discovery of Soleus Sling Syndrome 05:27 - Historical Context 07:21 - The Epiphany Moment 10:48 - Exertional Compartment Syndrome Connection 17:08 - Clinical Examination Techniques 18:02 - Physical Examination Details 22:25 - Additional Clinical Signs 24:52 - Muscle Testing Discussion 26:56 - Post-Phlebitic Pain Syndrome 29:04 - Combined Nerve Entrapments (2012 Paper) 33:27 - Additional Entrapment Sites 37:07 - Deep Posterior Compartments 38:01 - Physical Exam Emphasis 40:05 - Surgical Approaches 42:30 - Surgical Technique Details 45:55 - Dr. Ellison's Lateral Approach 47:26 - Treatment Decision Making 50:06 - Art vs. Science of Treatment 52:53 - Patient Psychology 54:36 - Contact Information 55:45 - Revision Tarsal Tunnel Surgery 58:40 - Madrid Study Discussion 1:00:21 - Closing Remarks -- Hashtags -- #TarsalTunnelSyndrome #SolealSlingSyndrome #PeripheralNerveSurgery #DrEricWilliams #NerveEntrapment #FootPain #Podiatry #MedicalPodcast
In this video: How Root Canals Trigger Heart Disease | Dr. Thomas Levy ✅StemRegen : http://www.stemregen.co/drstephen (Special Offer: Save 15% Using Code "SBPOD" At Checkout) ✅Nature's Marvels : https://profound-health.com/product-category/bioregulators/?aff=PODOF (A Trusted Source for Natural & Synthetic Bioregulators) ✅Essential Energy : https://essentialenergy.solutions/?sca_ref=9026629.TgisoqpDPz Your 10% discount code is POI10 ( Photonic EMF Protection + Bio Tuning ) ✅Approved Medical Sollutions: https://approvedmedicalsolutions.com/ (Non-licensed patients can use code "sbarrett" for a 10% discount.) Please register your patients at - www.tremorstudy.com In this explosive episode of Pod of Inquiry, retired cardiologist and vitamin C expert Dr. Thomas Levy reveals groundbreaking research showing that over 95% of heart attacks may be directly caused by hidden oral infections — often from root canals and untreated dental decay. No pain. No symptoms. Just silent infections pumping deadly toxins into your bloodstream every time you chew. 🎙️ In This Episode, You'll Discover: ✅ Why 100% of over 5,000 tested root canals were found toxic — more than botulism ✅ How these oral pathogens directly cause heart attacks, strokes, and chronic disease ✅ Why standard dental X-rays miss 75% of infections ✅ The one scan (3D Cone Beam CT) that could save your life ✅ Dr. Levy's personal story of reversing chronic inflammation after decades of illness ✅ How oxidative stress links dental infections to nearly every modern disease ✅ The truth about iron, iodine, and the ADA's biggest blind spot 💡 Key Takeaway: You can't fix your health if your mouth is making you sick. If you have heart disease, autoimmune issues, or unexplained fatigue — your root canals might be the missing link. 📘 Based on Dr. Levy's book "Hidden Epidemic", this conversation could save your life — or someone you love. Visit our website https://podofinquiry.com/latest-episodes/ - click on the show link to read the show notes and get more information. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 01:43 Guest Introduction & Background 02:59 How Dr. Levy Got Started 04:31 The Pivotal Moment 05:51 Transition from Cardiology 08:05 Oxidative Stress Explained 12:01 What is CAP (Chronic Apical Periodontitis)? 13:49 The 5,000 Root Canal Study 15:43 The Shocking Discovery 17:58 Impact on Children 19:21 Importance of Testing 22:25 Follow-up Testing Example 23:28 Mechanism of Toxin Spread 26:03 Why Dentists Don't Use Cone Beam 28:43 How Infections Affect the Heart 29:52 The Landmark Study (2006) 31:25 Inflammation and Vitamin C 33:50 Bold Claim 35:56 Dr. Levy's Personal Experience 37:41 Dr. Joseph Issels' Work (1950s) 40:00 Dr. Levy's Tonsillectomy 41:11 Alternative Tonsil Treatments 42:28 Sinusitis Connection 44:00 Dr. Weston Price's Research (1930s-40s) 46:08 Gut Microbiome Connection 47:38 Rapid Virus Recovery Book 48:26 Gut Healing Timeline 49:46 Case Examples 51:56 Dr. Huggins' Wisdom 53:06 The Iron Problem 54:49 Iodine and Hashimoto's 56:06 Ferritin Levels 57:12 Hydrogen Peroxide Explained -- Hashtags -- #DrThomasLevy #RootCanals #HeartDisease #HiddenEpidemic #OralHealth #ChronicIllness
✅StemRegen: http://www.stemregen.co/drstephen (Special Offer: Save 15% Using Code "SBPOD" At Checkout) ✅Nature's Marvels : https://profound-health.com/product-category/bioregulators/?aff=PODOF (A Trusted Source for Natural & Synthetic Bioregulators) ✅Essential Energy : https://essentialenergy.solutions/?sca_ref=9026629.TgisoqpDPz Your 10% discount code is POI10 ( Photonic EMF Protection + Bio Tuning ) ✅Approved Medical Sollutions: https://approvedmedicalsolutions.com/ (Non-licensed patients can use code "sbarrett" for a 10% discount.) Please register your patients at - www.tremorstudy.com In this week's Pod of Inquiry episode, world-renowned neurologist Dr. Dale Bredesen reveals how over a decade of clinical results have challenged the conventional view of Alzheimer's disease. His RECODE Protocol has helped thousands regain clarity, memory, and vitality — even years after diagnosis. 🔍 In This Episode: ✅ Why Alzheimer's is your brain's protective response — not an irreversible disease ✅ The shocking truth about amyloid beta (and why removing it can make things worse) ✅ The story of Patient Zero — diagnosed at 68, thriving at 80 ✅ Why the Alzheimer's Association refuses to acknowledge this approach ✅ The 7 Pillars of the RECODE Protocol that reverse cognitive decline ✅ How lifestyle, nutrition, and root-cause treatment can outsmart your genes 🧬 Know Your Genetic Risk: • ApoE 3/3 → 9% lifetime risk • One ApoE4 gene → 30% risk • Two ApoE4 genes → 90% risk 👉 But remember: genetics are not destiny when you treat the causes, not the symptoms. If you're over 40 — or know someone who's struggling with memory issues — this episode could change everything. 🎧 Listen now and discover how Alzheimer's can be prevented, slowed, or even reversed. Visit our website https://podofinquiry.com/latest-episodes/ - click on the show link to read the show notes and get more information. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 01:48 Dr. Bredesen's Background 03:51 Breakthrough in Disease Modeling 06:14 Amyloid Precursor Protein (APP) – The Molecular Switch 13:58 Understanding the Disease Mechanism 17:46 ApoE Genetics and Risk 23:32 Development of Treatment Protocol 29:12 Research Funding and Medical Paradigm 32:46 Influence of Functional Medicine 36:47 Comprehensive Patient Evaluation 40:03 Pushback from Establishment 43:21 Rising Incidence and Environmental Factors 45:17 Diabetes Medications Discussion 48:48 Long-term Treatment Approach 53:03 Training and Replication 58:23 Final Recommendations -- Hashtags -- #ReversingAlzheimers #DrDaleBredesen #BrainHealth #CognitiveDecline #RECODEProtocol #Neurodegeneration
✅StemRegen: http://www.stemregen.co/drstephen (Special Offer: Save 15% Using Code "SBPOD" At Checkout) ✅Nature's Marvels : https://profound-health.com/product-category/bioregulators/?aff=PODOF (A Trusted Source for Natural & Synthetic Bioregulators) ✅Essential Energy : https://essentialenergy.solutions/?sca_ref=9026629.TgisoqpDPz Your 10% discount code is POI10 ( Photonic EMF Protection + Bio Tuning ) ✅Approved Medical Sollutions: https://approvedmedicalsolutions.com/ (Non-licensed patients can use code "sbarrett" for a 10% discount.) Please register your patients at - www.tremorstudy.com This week on Pod of Inquiry, Dr. Stephen Barrett sits down with Dr. Jeffrey Burke—a 46-year veteran of the natural products industry and Director of Education for Kokora—to uncover why regenerative farming may be our last hope for sustainable food, nutrition, and health. 🔎 What You'll Learn in This Episode: Why organic farming still falls short compared to regenerative agriculture How modern farming practices have destroyed 50% of birds and 40% of insects The secret to why grocery store produce tastes like cardboard How a farm in Costa Rica boosted yields by 500% in one year The "Emmy Emmy" process that turns forest waste into soil gold 🌍 Why soil health is the key to stronger, more effective herbal medicine 🌿 Why It Matters? This isn't just about farming—it's about your nutrition, your supplements, and your health. The quality of our soil directly impacts the nutrient density of food and the healing power of plants. 👨🏫 Dr. Burke also shares how children today think food comes from "the back room of grocery stores"—and why this dangerous disconnect could shape the future of our health and food system. 👉 Don't miss this powerful episode—it will change the way you look at food, medicine, and the soil beneath your feet. Visit our website https://podofinquiry.com/latest-episodes/ - click on the show link to read the show notes and get more information. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction and Background 02:07 - Career Journey and Industry Evolution 05:16 - Organic vs. Regenerative Farming 07:48 - Challenges and Economics 10:41 - Environmental Crisis and Solutions 12:22 - Agricultural Economics and Taste 14:02 - Soil Health and Degradation 18:15 - Emmy Emmy Process and Soil Building 20:54 - Farm Location and Transition Results 22:33 - No-Till Farming Methods 25:16 - Entourage Effect and Whole Plant Medicine 27:56 - Pharmaceutical vs. Natural Approaches 29:23 - Product Manufacturing and Quality 32:32 - Extraction Methods and Quality Control 35:11 - Product Lines and Market Trends 38:10 - Product Development and Applications 40:17 - Traditional Medicine and Modern Healthcare 43:37 - Healthcare System Shift and Consumer Awareness 48:25 - Contact Information and Closing -- Hashtags -- #RegenerativeFarming #SoilHealth #SustainableAgriculture #FoodFuture #OrganicVsRegenerative #NutrientDenseFood #DrJeffreyBurke
In this video: 5G Health Risks And EMF Protection | Arthur Menard ✅StemRegen: http://www.stemregen.co/drstephen (Special Offer: Save 15% Using Code "SBPOD" At Checkout) ✅Nature's Marvels : https://profound-health.com/product-category/bioregulators/?aff=PODOF (A Trusted Source for Natural & Synthetic Bioregulators) ✅Essential Energy : https://essentialenergy.solutions/?sca_ref=9026629.TgisoqpDPz Your 10% discount code is POI10 ( Photonic EMF Protection + Bio Tuning ) ✅Approved Medical Sollutions: https://approvedmedicalsolutions.com/ (Non-licensed patients can use code "sbarrett" for a 10% discount.) Please register your patients at - www.tremorstudy.com Your phone today emits 20–40x more radiation than models just a few years ago. Add in 30+ WiFi signals, thousands of 5G towers, and you're living in an invisible storm of EMF exposure. In this episode of Pod of Inquiry, Dr. Stephen Barrett sits down with bioengineering expert Arthur Menard to uncover the hidden science of EMF health risks—and what you can do to protect yourself. 🔎 What You'll Learn ⚡ The Hidden Science – Why 2,200+ studies link EMF to DNA damage & cancer 🧬 Your Body Under Siege – How EMF disrupts calcium channels, triggers oxidative stress & inflammation 🛡️ Real Protection – From NASA-inspired clothing to Faraday cage principles that shield your body ✅ Key Takeaways ➡️80% of independent studies show biological harm from EMF (vs. only 20% of industry-funded studies) ➡️Why your bedroom should be the #1 priority for EMF protection ➡️How to measure EMF exposure at home & the single most effective product to reduce risk 🎧 Don't miss this deep dive into the truth behind EMF, 5G, and your health—and discover practical solutions to keep yourself and your family safe. 👉 Exclusive Offer: Get 15% off HAVN Wear's EMF protective clothing with code POI15 at checkout. Visit our website https://podofinquiry.com/latest-episodes/ - click on the show link to read the show notes and get more information. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction & Guest Background 01:06 - Show Opening 01:37 - Arthur's Background & Motivation 04:16 - Educational Background 04:49 - Industry Parallels: Tobacco vs. EMF 06:18 - Research Funding Bias 11:22 - Regulatory Lag 12:27 - NIH Studies 13:27 - Exposure Escalation 14:49 - 5G vs 4G Technical Differences 16:15 - Health Impact Scale 17:12 - Research Gaps 21:26 - Cellular Mechanisms of EMF Damage 24:11 - Calcium and Cellular Damage 25:07 - Multiple Pathological Pathways 26:21 - Individual Susceptibility & EHS 29:39 - EHS Diagnosis Challenges 31:44 - Cumulative Environmental Stressors 33:32 - Solution Development Motivation 33:51 - Technology Development 36:34 - Product Line 37:14 - Faraday Cage Explanation 40:00 - EMF Measurement Effects 42:04 - US Air Force Contract 43:26 - Historical Context 44:02 - Product Durability & Care 46:00 - Product Recommendations 48:48 - EMF Measurement Importance 50:59 - Company Information 52:13 - Closing Remarks 55:12 - Standard Closing -- Hashtags -- #EMFProtection #5GHealthRisks #RadiationExposure #FaradayClothing #ElectromagneticHealth #Biohacking #ArthurMenard
Sponsors ✅StemRegen: http://www.stemregen.co/drstephen (Special Offer: Save 15% Using Code "SBPOD" At Checkout) ✅Nature's Marvels : https://profound-health.com/product-category/bioregulators/?aff=PODOF (A Trusted Source for Natural & Synthetic Bioregulators) ✅Essential Energy : https://essentialenergy.solutions/?sca_ref=9026629.TgisoqpDPz Your 10% discount code is POI10 ( Photonic EMF Protection + Bio Tuning ) ✅Approved Medical Sollutions: https://approvedmedicalsolutions.com/ (Non-licensed patients can use code "sbarrett" for a 10% discount.) Please register your patients at - www.tremorstudy.com What if a 1,400-year-old practice could dissolve your ego, eliminate worry, and help you see enemies as brothers and sisters? This week on Pod of Inquiry, I sit down with Salima Adelstein to explore the ancient spiritual science of Sufism — and why it might be the missing pillar in your health and longevity toolkit. What You'll Discover in This Episode: 🎯 The Three Voices Technique – How to tell apart ego, divine guidance, and outside programming 💫 Sacred Sound Science – Vibrations that activate your vagus nerve and rewire your nervous system 🔥 The Prison Experiment – Why Sufi forgiveness practices succeeded where traditional therapy failed ⚡ "Die Before You Die" – A path to transcendence while fully alive About My Guest, Salima Adelstein: Practiced Transcendental Meditation for 25 years before finding Sufism. A Jewish woman who found her teacher in a Muslim Sheikh in Palestine. Founder of an accredited Sufi University with students worldwide. Offers free resources, including the 5 C's of Sufism video series at SufiUniversity.org Why This Matters for You? We all know the four pillars of health: sleep, nutrition, exercise, and spirituality. But spirituality is often the hardest to master. Sufism offers practical tools for dissolving fear, transcending ego, and experiencing deeper peace. 👉 Whether you're religious, spiritual, or simply curious about consciousness, this episode will expand your perspective on what's possible. Listen now and explore Sufism as a path to practical transformation. Visit our website https://podofinquiry.com/latest-episodes/ - click on the show link to read the show notes and get more information. Timestamps: 00:00 - Opening & Introduction 01:58 - What is Sufism? 05:00 - Origins and Religious Context 09:14 - The Concept of Fana (Ego Annihilation) 16:58 - Personal Transformation Stories 25:00 - Cultural and Religious Bridges 28:25 - Sufi Practices and Consciousness 35:00 - Practical Applications 40:00 - University Programs and Offerings 42:30 - Closing Remarks -- Hashtags -- #Sufism #SpiritualHealing #InnerPeace #VagusNerveHealing #EgoDissolution #AncientWisdom #ConsciousnessExpansion
✅StemRegen: http://www.stemregen.co/drstephen (Special Offer: Save 15% Using Code "SBPOD" At Checkout) ✅Nature's Marvels : https://profound-health.com/product-category/bioregulators/?aff=PODOF (A Trusted Source for Natural & Synthetic Bioregulators) ✅Essential Energy : https://essentialenergy.solutions/?sca_ref=9026629.TgisoqpDPz Your 10% discount code is POI10 ( Photonic EMF Protection + Bio Tuning ) ✅Approved Medical Sollutions: https://approvedmedicalsolutions.com/ (Non-licensed patients can use code "sbarrett" for a 10% discount.) Please register your patients at - www.tremorstudy.com Alex, a 15-year-old athlete lost nearly everything after developing Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) — until two surgeons discovered the truth hidden in plain sight. For two years, Alex lived with unbearable pain after a bike accident. His foot changed colors. He couldn't walk. He lost hope. Over 20 doctors told him the same thing: "Learn to live with the pain." Then everything changed. In this powerful episode, you'll hear how Dr. Lee Dellon and Dr. Eric Williams uncovered multiple nerve compressions that were misdiagnosed as CRPS — and how their treatment gave Alex his life back. What You'll Learn in This Episode: 🔹 Why the "never operate on CRPS" rule doesn't always apply 🔹 How multiple nerve entrapments can mimic systemic pain disorders 🔹 The critical role of diagnostic nerve blocks in uncovering the truth 🔹 When surgery can be a life-saving intervention for chronic pain 🔹 How family advocacy can change outcomes when medicine says "no" Why This Story Matters? : ✅For Patients: A reminder that sometimes chronic pain has a treatable cause. ✅For Families: Proof that persistence and advocacy can save lives. ✅For Professionals: A case that challenges long-held medical dogma. The Breakthrough Moment: Within 24 hours of surgery, Alex felt something he thought was impossible: freedom from pain. Today, 14 months later, he's fencing competitively, heading to college, and living without the shadow of CRPS. This isn't just a medical story — it's a story of hope, resilience, and questioning the limits of conventional wisdom. 👉 If you or someone you know has been told to "live with chronic pain," don't miss this episode. Visit our website https://podofinquiry.com/latest-episodes/ - click on the show link to read the show notes and get more information.
✅StemRegen: http://www.stemregen.co/drstephen (Special Offer: Save 15% Using Code "SBPOD" At Checkout) ✅Nature's Marvels : https://profound-health.com/product-category/bioregulators/?aff=PODOF (A Trusted Source for Natural & Synthetic Bioregulators) ✅Essential Energy : https://essentialenergy.solutions/?sca_ref=9026629.TgisoqpDPz Your 10% discount code is POI10 ( Photonic EMF Protection + Bio Tuning ) ✅Approved Medical Sollutions: https://approvedmedicalsolutions.com/ (Non-licensed patients can use code "sbarrett" for a 10% discount.) Please register your patients at - www.tremorstudy.com In this week's episode, I sit down with Dr. Emily Rowe to unpack POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome) – a condition that's affecting millions but remains dramatically underdiagnosed. What You'll Learn in This Episode: 🔹 The simple 20-minute test any doctor can use to diagnose POTS — no expensive equipment required 🔹 Why 80% of patients are women, and how hormones and neurology intersect 🔹 The surprising role of the Vagus nerve, chronic infections, and that "out-of-body" feeling 🔹 Real treatment options beyond symptom-masking — from salt supplementation to hidden pitfalls like intermittent fasting 🔹 Root causes mainstream medicine overlooks: mold toxicity, viral triggers like Coxsackie virus, and more 🔹 Patient stories — including one woman nearly prescribed antipsychotics before her correct diagnosis Why It Matters? If you've been shuffled between specialists, collecting diagnoses that don't quite fit, or feeling dismissed by the medical system, this episode will validate your experience and give you actionable next steps. 👉 POTS isn't rare. It's rarely diagnosed correctly. Visit our website https://podofinquiry.com/latest-episodes/ - click on the show link to read the show notes and get more information. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 01:13 - POTS Definition and Background 02:05 - What is POTS? 02:59 - POTS Symptoms 05:00 - Active Stand Test 06:34 - Tilt Table Test 07:40 - POTS as Dysautonomia 09:01 - Autonomic Nervous System Explanation 10:39 - Demographics and Prevalence 12:38 - Diagnostic Challenges 15:00 - Neurological Manifestations 19:49 - Genetic Predispositions 21:57 - Environmental Triggers 23:49 - Cranial Nerve Connection 26:56 - Nervous System Networks 30:17 - Vagal Nerve Stimulation Treatment 35:46 - Commercial Break 37:29 - Pharmacological Management 40:00 - Root Cause Approach 43:41 - Infectious Triggers 45:23 - Gut Microbiome and Toxins 50:53 - Healthcare System Challenges 52:30 - Contact Information -- Hashtags -- #POTSSyndrome #Dysautonomia #ChronicIllnessAwareness #VagusNerve #POTSTreatment #AutoimmuneHealth #DrEmilyRowe
After 18 years of research and hundreds of millions invested, the FDA has just approved the first bioelectronic device to treat rheumatoid arthritis — without dangerous immunosuppressive drugs. In this week's episode of Pod of Inquiry, I sit down with Dr. Kevin Tracey, the "father of bioelectronic medicine," to explore a breakthrough that could reshape how we treat autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. In This Episode, You'll Discover: 🔹 How a stroke research accident led to one of the biggest medical breakthroughs of our time 🔹 Why current drug-based treatments may be the wrong approach to autoimmune disease 🔹 The staggering demand: 20,000+ patients applied for just 242 trial spots 🔹 Why some patients are choosing a 1-hour surgery over a lifetime of $100K biologics 🔹 The revolutionary multivitamin-sized device that works in just 1 minute per day Dr. Tracey explains how the Vagus nerve acts as the body's "brakes" on inflammation, and how his SetPoint Medical device restores balance by reducing inflammatory cytokines by 50–70% — without shutting down your immune system. And this is just the beginning. Clinical trials are underway for: ✅ Crohn's disease & ulcerative colitis ✅ Multiple sclerosis (with surprising remyelination effects) ✅ Psoriatic arthritis ✅ Diabetes, Alzheimer's, and Parkinson's Why This Matters ?: ➡️Patients are achieving complete remission and stopping all medications. ➡️Treatment works with your biology, not against it.➡️Potential to reverse disease damage, not just slow it down. This conversation will fundamentally change how you think about inflammation, autoimmunity, and the future of medicine. 👉 Don't miss this groundbreaking episode. The future of medicine isn't in new drugs — it's in decoding the electrical language your body already speaks. Visit our website https://podofinquiry.com/latest-episodes/ - click on the show link to read the show notes and get more information. ✅StemRegen: http://www.stemregen.co/drstephen (Special Offer: Save 15% Using Code "SBPOD" At Checkout) ✅Nature's Marvels : https://profound-health.com/product-category/bioregulators/?aff=PODOF (A Trusted Source for Natural & Synthetic Bioregulators) ✅Essential Energy : https://essentialenergy.solutions/?sca_ref=9026629.TgisoqpDPz Your 10% discount code is POI10 ( Photonic EMF Protection + Bio Tuning ) ✅Approved Medical Sollutions: https://approvedmedicalsolutions.com/ (Non-licensed patients can use code "sbarrett" for a 10% discount.) Please register your patients at - www.tremorstudy.com Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction & Background 02:13 - A New Philosophy of Research 05:00 - Discovery of the Inflammatory Reflex 09:35 - Vagus Nerve Anatomy Explained 13:38 - Why the Left Side Is Preferred 16:23 - Device Generations & Side Effects 20:00 - How Vagus Nerve Stimulation Differs from Drugs 23:20 - FDA Approval & Cytokine Breakthroughs 28:16 - Future Applications Beyond RA 32:21 - Mapping the Human Vagus Nerve 35:00 - Focused Ultrasound Innovation 38:47 - Patient Demand & Surgical Perspective 42:20 - Physician Education Challenges 45:53 - Why Patient Responses Differ 50:00 - Device Programming & Customization 52:53 - Selective Fiber Stimulation 55:00 - Non-Invasive Vagus Nerve Stimulation 1:03:43 - Transcutaneous Auricular Stimulation 1:06:31 - Damaged Vagus Nerve in Long COVID 1:08:44 - How Patients Can Access This Therapy -- Hashtags -- #VagusNerveStimulation #RheumatoidArthritisTreatment #BioelectronicMedicine #AutoimmuneDiseaseRelief #FDAApprovedDevice #ChronicInflammation #DrugFreeHealing #MedicalBreakthrough
✅StemRegen: http://www.stemregen.co/drstephen (Special Offer: Save 15% Using Code "SBPOD" At Checkout) ✅Profound Health : https://profound-health.com/product-category/bioregulators/?aff=PODOF (A Trusted Source for Natural & Synthetic Bioregulators) ✅Essential Energy : https://essentialenergy.solutions/?sca_ref=9026629.TgisoqpDPz Your 10% discount code is POI10 ( Photonic EMF Protection + Bio Tuning ) ✅Approved Medical Sollutions: https://approvedmedicalsolutions.com/ (Non-licensed patients can use code "sbarrett" for a 10% discount.) Please register your patients at - www.tremorstudy.com Unlock the missing pillar of biohacking that most people overlook — emotional and energetic optimization. In this episode, I sit down with Irish life coach Karen Maloney, who went from high-functioning anxiety and emotional chaos to mastering "inside-out transformation." Discover the science-backed tapping technique proven to reduce stress by 40% in just minutes — anywhere, anytime. Whether you're into sleep, nutrition, or exercise optimization, this 4th pillar can amplify every aspect of your health and performance. 🔥 What You'll Learn in This Episode: 🧠 The "Radio Frequency" Theory — Why you attract what you don't want (and how to shift it) ⚡ Live Rapid Tapping Demo — Watch and feel the immediate impact 🔬 The Science of Tapping — How acupressure points reset your nervous system 💡 The 90-Second Emotion Rule — A game-changing way to handle feelings 🎯 3-Step Framework — "I feel… because… but it's possible…" Karen's powerful story of resilience — from grief, anxiety, and trauma to emotional freedom — shows how shifting your internal frequency can transform your external reality. 👉 If a skeptical doctor felt lighter and calmer in minutes, imagine what consistent practice could do for you. 🎧 Listen to the full episode: Season 7, Episode 4 Available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major platforms. Visit our website https://podofinquiry.com/latest-episodes/ - click on the show link to read the show notes and get more information. Timestamps: 00:00 - Opening & Introduction 01:44 - Karen's Background & Journey 10:19 - Personal Transformation Story 19:49 - Transformation Process Details 28:20 - Habits, Routines & Presence 31:47 - Rapid Tapping Explanation 40:33 - Live Tapping Demonstration 49:44 - Practical Application & Closing -- Hashtags -- #StressRelief #Biohacking #TappingTherapy #EmotionalHealing #ReduceAnxiety #MindBodyConnection #KarenMaloney
Most PEMF content explains the science (important, but not immediately helpful). This episode with Dr. Bob Dennis—the brilliant PhD engineer behind Flux Health—is pure implementation gold. In This Episode, You'll Learn: ✅ The counterintuitive intensity secret that solves 95% of "it's not working" issues ✅ Exact coil placements for spine, digits, and nerve injuries (your instincts might be wrong) ✅ Why lower power often outperforms higher power ✅ The "Omni 8" protocol: your one-size-fits-most solution ✅ Pre-surgical PEMF setups for faster recovery ✅ Vagal nerve stimulation for anxiety and chronic pain The Money Shot At age 40, Dr. Dennis's spine looked like a 65-year-old's. After 20+ years of daily PEMF use, at 61 his spine now matches that of a 50-year-old. That's not just slowing aging—it's reversing it. What You'll Walk Away With: • Default PEMF settings that work for 80% of applications • The physics of coil placement made simple • Session duration guidelines—from 10 minutes to all-day use • How to stack PEMF with other therapies for better results Perfect For: • Chronic pain • Post-surgical recovery • Athletic performance • General wellness optimization 🎧 Listen Now on your favorite podcast platform 💡 Don't have a PEMF device yet? Use code SBPOI at micro-pulse.com for the Pod of Inquiry discount - {------Sponsors------} StemRegen: http://www.stemregen.co/drstephen (Special Offer: Save 15% Using Code "SBPOD" At Checkout) Approved Medical Sollutions: https://approvedmedicalsolutions.com/ (Non-licensed patients can use code "sbarrett" for a 10% discount.) Please register your patients at - www.tremorstudy.com Profound Health : https://profound-health.com/product-category/bioregulators/?aff=PODOF (A Trusted Source for Natural & Synthetic Bioregulators) Essential Energy : https://essentialenergy.solutions/?sca_ref=9026629.TgisoqpDPz Your 10% discount code is POI10 ( Photonic EMF Protection + Bio Tuning ) Visit our website https://podofinquiry.com/latest-episodes/ - click on the show link to read the show notes and get more information. Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction 02:03 – Host Intro Continued 03:49 – Community Resources & Test Disk 05:50 – M1 Quick Start Guide Overview 08:22 – B5 C5 vs Omni Eight Protocols 12:30 – Regenerative Theory & Omni Eight 17:04 – Intensity & Habituation 20:01 – Rest Protocols 21:17 – Coil Placement Physics 29:17 – Placement Guidelines by Body Part 33:04 – Peripheral Nerve Applications 36:35 – Penetration Physics & Schumann Resonances 41:53 – Earthing/Grounding Discussion 44:51 – Research Protocols & TMS 50:10 – TMS Safety & Applications 57:02 – Vagal Nerve Stimulation & Brainwave Entrainment 58:29 – Clinical Applications Summary 1:00:32 – Usage Duration & Frequency 1:04:55 – Personal Case Study & Contact Info -- Hashtags -- #PEMF #DrBobDennis #FluxHealth #PEMFtherapy #PainRelief #Healing #Wellness #Recovery #AthleticPerformance #VagusNerveStimulation #ChronicPain #HealthOptimization #Biohacking
In this week's Pod of Inquiry episode, I sit down with Dan Stachofsky—founder of Essential Energy Solutions—for the continuation of one of the most eye-opening conversations on EMFs and health I've had in over 5 years. Here's What You'll Learn: 🔬 A Shocking Discovery Dan presents a graph of EMF frequency exposure over the last century—and when overlaid with chronic disease incidence in the U.S., the curves are nearly identical. This isn't just correlation; it's causation with clear biological mechanisms. ⚡ Your Body Is an Electrical System 90% of light frequencies are processed through your eyes Blue light disrupts your hypothalamus, causing hormone chaos The result? Sleep disorders, digestive issues, and untraceable inflammation 🌅 Fix Your Sleep—Starting Tonight Want better sleep? Watch the sunrise. Dan explains how early morning light triggers melatonin production 16 hours later—plus 6 other zero-cost EMF hygiene strategies. 💡 Breakthrough Technology: Structured Light Plates Dan's company developed harmonizing light plates that restructure the photons your body emits—restoring balance without blocking EMFs. Backed by Independent Research: ✅ 10-minute tests show EMF stress reduction, hormone regulation, and organ support ✅ Live blood analysis shows immediate cell improvement ✅ Agricultural studies show increased yields, fertility, and healthier bees Why This Episode Matters for Your Practice: If patients are plateauing despite perfect protocols, EMF stress could be the missing link. Dan breaks down: • How EMF amplifies other toxins • Tools to measure EMFs in your clinic • How to create an EMF-safe healing environment Whether you're skeptical or already concerned about EMFs, this episode bridges the gap between fringe theory and hard science—and may radically change how you view healing environments. Essential Energy: Use code POI10 for 10% off essentialenergy.solutions (Photonic EMF Protection + Bio Tuning) - {------Sponsors------} StemRegen: http://www.stemregen.co/drstephen (Special Offer: Save 15% Using Code "SBPOD" At Checkout) Approved Medical Sollutions: https://approvedmedicalsolutions.com/ (Non-licensed patients can use code "sbarrett" for a 10% discount.) Please register your patients at - www.tremorstudy.com Profound Health : https://profound-health.com/product-category/bioregulators/?aff=PODOF (A Trusted Source for Natural & Synthetic Bioregulators) Essential Energy : https://essentialenergy.solutions/?sca_ref=9026629.TgisoqpDPz Your 10% discount code is POI10 ( Photonic EMF Protection + Bio Tuning ) Visit our website https://podofinquiry.com/latest-episodes/ - click on the show link to read the show notes and get more information. __ The Pod Of Inquiry is designed to empower you with knowledge. What happens from there is up to you. Your host, Dr. Stephen Barrett, has designed this show to take you down some very deep rabbit holes hopefully bringing you back out again, relatively unscathed, but cerebrally wicked enabling a better understanding of all things worthy of inquiry. Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction 01:12 – EMF Hygiene & Physiological Disruption 05:46 – Stacked Toxins: EMF + Processed Foods 08:47 – From Skepticism to Science 11:20 – Breakthrough: Harmonizing Light Plates 19:09 – Real People, Real Results 24:30 – Scientific Study: EMF Harmonization in 10 Minutes 29:30 – Live Blood Analysis & Cellular Change 34:43 – Structured Water & Bioenergetics 44:33 – Farms, Bees & Livestock: EMF-Safe Agriculture 49:10 – Business Model & Dan's Personal Story 51:18 – Outro & Special Offer -- Hashtags -- #PodOfInquiry #DrStephenBarrett #EMFHealth #ElectromagneticSensitivity #5GRisks #CellularHealth #Biophotonics #EMFProtection #HiddenHealthThreats #DanStachofsky
In today's explosive new episode of Pod of Inquiry, I sit down with Dan Stachofsky - founder of Essential Energy Solutions - for what I'm calling the most important health conversation of 2025. Here's What Dan Reveals: ✅ Why your current EMF exposure is MILLION BILLION BILLION times higher than natural levels ✅ The shocking thermography images showing cell phone radiation penetrating 80% of a child's brain ✅ How 1700s doctors identified "neurasthenia" - the exact same condition we now call electromagnetic hypersensitivity ✅ The hidden connection between major technology rollouts and pandemic outbreaks ✅ Why 3-5% of Americans are severely EMF sensitive (and 30-40% are moderately affected) Dan's journey began with his premature daughter who suffered from primary immune deficiency. After seven years of constant infections and hospital visits, he discovered something that changed everything. The electromagnetic environment was preventing her immune system from functioning. What he found led to years of stability for his daughter - and breakthrough solutions that are helping thousands of families protect their cellular health. We're living through the largest human experiment in history. Over 1 million 5G towers have been deployed in just the last 5 years. 10,000+ new communication satellites are beaming radiation down 24/7. Dan explains the science behind WHY this is happening - and more importantly, what you can do about it. This Isn't About Going Back to the Stone Age, instead, you'll discover: 🛡️ Practical EMF mitigation strategies that work in the real world! 🧬 How to support your cellular repair mechanisms naturally 📱 Simple changes to reduce your daily EMF exposure by 70%+ 🏠 Creating EMF-safe zones in your home for recovery ⚡ The revolutionary biophotonic technology that's changing the game Essential Energy : Your 10% discount code is POI10 https://essentialenergy.solutions/?sca_ref=9026629.TgisoqpDPz ( Photonic EMF Protection + Bio Tuning ) - {------Sponsors------} StemRegen: http://www.stemregen.co/drstephen (Special Offer: Save 15% Using Code "SBPOD" At Checkout) Approved Medical Sollutions: https://approvedmedicalsolutions.com/ (Non-licensed patients can use code "sbarrett" for a 10% discount.) Please register your patients at - www.tremorstudy.com Trokie : https://trokie.com/pod/ Profound Health : https://profound-health.com/product-category/bioregulators/?aff=PODOF (A Trusted Source for Natural & Synthetic Bioregulators) Essential Energy : https://essentialenergy.solutions/?sca_ref=9026629.TgisoqpDPz Your 10% discount code is POI10 ( Photonic EMF Protection + Bio Tuning ) Visit our website https://podofinquiry.com/latest-episodes/ - click on the show link to read the show notes and get more information. --- The Pod Of Inquiry is designed to empower you with knowledge. What happens from there is up to you. Your host, Dr. Stephen Barrett, has designed this show to take you down some very deep rabbit holes hopefully bringing you back out again, relatively unscathed, but cerebrally wicked enabling a better understanding of all things worthy of inquiry. Timestamps: 00:00 - EMF & Health: A Grounded Approach 01:56 - Dan's Personal Journey Into EMF Awareness 05:33 - Humans Are Electric: Understanding EMF Fundamentals 07:40 - Natural vs. Artificial EMF: What's the Difference? 10:34 - Frequency & History: How EMF Changed Over Time 13:27 - How EMF Affects Our Environment and Health 19:29 - EMF, Cells & Chronic Illness: The Missing Link? 24:58 - Conflicting Research & Industry Cover-Ups 29:37 - EMF Sensitivity & Blood Health Effects 33:05 - Can EMF Protection Actually Work? 36:23 - The Future of EMF Exposure & Awareness 38:14 - Global EMF Pollution & Historical Disease Patterns 43:00 - EMF & Chronic Disease: What Doctors Are Seeing 48:17 - A Father's Loss and His Lifelong Mission -- Hashtags -- #EMFHealth #ElectromagneticSensitivity #5GRisks #CellularHealth #Biophotonics #EMFProtection #HiddenHealthThreats #DanStachofsky
In our latest episode, I sit down with Dr. John Cozzarelli, a brilliant podiatric surgeon who's spent years unraveling the shocking truth about hyperuricemia. His research will completely change how you think about this "waste product." 🔥 Here's What Will Blow Your Mind: ✓ 71 million Americans have dangerously high uric acid levels right now - and most don't know it ✓ For every 1-point increase in uric acid, your metabolic syndrome risk jumps 30% ✓ Uric acid levels of 9 or higher increase arterial sclerosis by 15% and literally cut a decade off your life ✓ That "harmless" can of Coke sends 90 of its 150 calories straight to your liver as uric acid ✓ Your hypertension medication might actually be making your uric acid worse (creating a vicious cycle) Dr. Cozzarelli breaks down the biochemical pathways in a way that's both fascinating and terrifying. Using a creative "Wizard of Oz" framework, he reveals how uric acid isn't just about gout - it's a systemic inflammatory cascade affecting virtually every organ in your body. You'll discover: ➡️Why uric acid has been found in prostates, corneas, and even heart blockages ➡️ The evolutionary reason humans lost the ability to process uric acid properly ➡️Simple dietary changes that can dramatically reduce your levels ➡️Why certain ethnicities need genetic testing before taking common gout medications ➡️How to interpret your uric acid test results (hint: "normal" ranges might be dangerously high) If your doctor isn't checking your uric acid levels annually, you need to ask why. As Dr. Cozzarelli puts it: "Is hyperuricemia really asymptomatic? You decide." This isn't just another health podcast - it's a wake-up call that could literally save your life - {------Sponsors------} StemRegen: http://www.stemregen.co/drstephen (Special Offer: Save 15% Using Code "SBPOD" At Checkout) Approved Medical Sollutions: https://approvedmedicalsolutions.com/ (Non-licensed patients can use code "sbarrett" for a 10% discount.) Please register your patients at - www.tremorstudy.com Trokie : https://trokie.com/pod/ Profound Health : https://profound-health.com/product-category/bioregulators/?aff=PODOF (A Trusted Source for Natural & Synthetic Bioregulators) Visit our website https://podofinquiry.com/latest-episodes/ - click on the show link to read the show notes and get more information. {------Giveaways------} How to Win Our Season 6 Giveaways?🎉🎁 1. Follow us on all social platforms (Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn) 2. Subscribe to our YouTube channel 3. Comment "Let's Spelunk" on any Season 6 YouTube video to enter YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@podofinquiry Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/podofinquiry/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podofinquiry/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-barrett-92776a51/ --- The Pod Of Inquiry is designed to empower you with knowledge. What happens from there is up to you. Your host, Dr. Stephen Barrett, has designed this show to take you down some very deep rabbit holes hopefully bringing you back out again, relatively unscathed, but cerebrally wicked enabling a better understanding of all things worthy of inquiry. Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction 01:26 – Meet Dr. John Cozzarelli 02:02 – Why Uric Acid Research Matters 03:37 – Gout in Historical Context 05:00 – The Systemic Impact of Uric Acid 07:20 – Asymptomatic Hyperuricemia: A Hidden Epidemic 08:17 – Uric Acid as a Metabolic Marker 10:00 – Comorbidities & Biochemical Pathways 12:00 – Wizard of Oz Analogy: Connecting Conditions 15:00 – Uric Acid & Macular Degeneration 17:22 – Organ Transplants, Exercise & Seasonal Triggers 22:40 – Uric Acid and Erectile Dysfunction 25:00 – Vaping, Brain Health & Anti-Inflammatory Foods 27:50 – Cardio-Rheumatology: The New Frontier 30:00 – Uric Acid's Impact on Heart & Kidneys 32:24 – Risk Factors Ranked by Impact 35:00 – Coffee & Uric Acid: Japanese Study 36:11 – Uric Acid & Metabolic Syndrome 40:00 – Hypertension, Kids, and Fructose Exposure 42:31 – Fructose vs. Alcohol: A Shocking Comparison 45:00 – Medications, Genetics & Tumor Lysis 48:32 – Evolutionary Origins of Uric Acid Problems 50:00 – Genetic Testing for Safe Treatment 51:40 – Diagnosing & Managing Uric Acid Levels 53:47 – Diet, DASH Study, and Final Advice 55:00 – Q&A: Testing, Case Study & Insights 59:31 – Body Temperature & Uric Acid Crystallization -- Hashtags -- #UricAcid #HeartHealth #MetabolicSyndrome #GoutAwareness #DrJohnCozzarelli #CardioHealth #Inflammation
What happens when a nationally-ranked triathlete becomes obsessed with human optimization and applies ancient winemaking techniques backed by modern science? You get one of the most fascinating conversations I've had in years. Meet Jim Pfeiffer — owner of Turtle Run Winery, former elite triathlete, and a health pioneer who was warning about seed oils and glyphosate long before it was popular. In this episode, Jim shares why he connected seed oils to the diabetes epidemic back in 2004, the shocking truth about heart disease before 1850, and how modern toxins like glyphosate sneak past your brain's defenses. He also dives into how a devastating injury led to his triathlon career, the diet that fueled his performance, and how he still swims over 5,000 yards well into his 50s. You'll also learn how your taste bud count can predict your wine preferences, how wine competitions are scientifically flawed, and why Jim's wines don't give you hangovers. His natural wines are made using traditional methods with zero artificial additives — and they ship to over 40 states. 🔥 Here's what Jim reveals in this episode: ➡️Why he connected seed oils to the diabetes epidemic in 2004 (when everyone thought he was "nuttier than a fruitcake") ➡️The shocking historical fact: heart disease was virtually non-existent before 1850 ➡️How glyphosate chelates aluminum and sneaks it past your blood-brain barrier ➡️Why sunscreen SPF went from 4-10 to 100+ (hint: the sun didn't change) ➡️How a career-ending injury led to national triathlon ranking ➡️The Zone Diet principles that fueled his athletic success ➡️Why he still swims 5,000 yards at age 50+ ➡️How taste bud count (500-12,000 range) determines your wine preferences AND career path ➡️Why wine competitions are scientifically flawed (he proved it with the same wine getting both gold and bronze) ➡️The "Ganzfeld Effect" that destroys your palate after 20 minutes ➡️How he makes sweet wines with arrested fermentation (no added sugar, no hangovers) Don't forget to use code POI20 for 20% off at turtlerunwinery.com - and remember, if you over-indulge, you won't wake up with a headache because these wines are made the way humans have been drinking wine for thousands of years. - {------Sponsors------} StemRegen: http://www.stemregen.co/drstephen (Special Offer: Save 15% Using Code "SBPOD" At Checkout) Approved Medical Sollutions: https://approvedmedicalsolutions.com/ (Non-licensed patients can use code "sbarrett" for a 10% discount.) Please register your patients at - www.tremorstudy.com Trokie : https://trokie.com/pod/ Profound Health : https://profound-health.com/product-category/bioregulators/?aff=PODOF (A Trusted Source for Natural & Synthetic Bioregulators) Visit our website https://podofinquiry.com/latest-episodes/ - click on the show link to read the show notes and get more information. {------Giveaways------} How to Win Our Season 6 Giveaways?🎉🎁 1. Follow us on all social platforms (Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn) 2. Subscribe to our YouTube channel 3. Comment "Let's Spelunk" on any Season 6 YouTube video to enter YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@podofinquiry Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/podofinquiry/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podofinquiry/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-barrett-92776a51/ --- The Pod Of Inquiry is designed to empower you with knowledge. What happens from there is up to you. Your host, Dr. Stephen Barrett, has designed this show to take you down some very deep rabbit holes hopefully bringing you back out again, relatively unscathed, but cerebrally wicked enabling a better understanding of all things worthy of inquiry. Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction 01:41 – Meet Jim Pfeiffer (Turtle Run Winery) 02:51 – From Athletics to Winemaking 04:14 – Jim's Triathlete Journey 08:15 – Developing a Health Philosophy 09:33 – The Seed Oil Problem 13:20 – Hidden Environmental Health Threats 15:06 – Are We Healthier Than Before 1900? 16:38 – Skin, Sun & Seed Oils 20:32 – Sunlight, Fluoride & Natural Toothpaste 22:44 – Glyphosate: A Toxic Legacy 26:59 – Cumulative Effects on Health 29:39 – Society, Fertility & Medical Trust 34:10 – Wine Spotlight: The "Shard" Blend 36:15 – Why Wine Tasting is Flawed (Ganzfeld Effect) 42:22 – Turtle Run Winery's Natural Philosophy 45:33 – Taste Bud Science & Wine Preferences 52:18 – How to Order + Exclusive Discount Code -- Hashtags -- #SeedOilCrisis #HealthFreedom #NaturalLiving #LongevityTips #CleanEating #BiohackingHealth #JimPfeiffer
Retired spine surgeon Dr. Jim Marino reveals the real reasons behind back pain—and why most treatments (and even MRIs) could be leading you down the wrong path. 🎯 In This Episode, You'll Discover: ➡️The MRI Lie: Why 30% of people with zero symptoms still show "surgical problems" on scans ➡️The Muscle Strain Myth: Dr. Marino never saw a single back muscle strain on MRI in decades of practice ➡️The 2-Minute Fix: Simple, proven exercises that outperform expensive therapies ➡️The Surgery Revolution: How spine surgery success rates jumped from 60% to 90%—and why it's not what you think 💡 Golden Nuggets You Don't Want to Miss: • Why early MRIs may actually slow down your recovery? • The "family photo" trick to understand if your scan matters • McKenzie exercises: The approach that changed everything • When surgery is truly necessary (hint: it's rare!) 👉 If you've ever struggled with back pain, this video will change how you see your diagnosis, treatment, and path to recovery. - {------Sponsors------} StemRegen: http://www.stemregen.co/drstephen (Special Offer: Save 15% Using Code "SBPOD" At Checkout) Approved Medical Sollutions: https://approvedmedicalsolutions.com/ (Non-licensed patients can use code "sbarrett" for a 10% discount.) Trokie : https://trokie.com/pod/ Profound Health : https://profound-health.com/product-category/bioregulators/?aff=PODOF (A Trusted Source for Natural & Synthetic Bioregulators) Visit our website https://podofinquiry.com/latest-episodes/ - click on the show link to read the show notes and get more information. {------Giveaways------} How to Win Our Season 6 Giveaways?🎉🎁 1. Follow us on all social platforms (Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn) 2. Subscribe to our YouTube channel 3. Comment "Let's Spelunk" on any Season 6 YouTube video to enter YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@podofinquiry Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/podofinquiry/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podofinquiry/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-barrett-92776a51/ --- The Pod Of Inquiry is designed to empower you with knowledge. What happens from there is up to you. Your host, Dr. Stephen Barrett, has designed this show to take you down some very deep rabbit holes hopefully bringing you back out again, relatively unscathed, but cerebrally wicked enabling a better understanding of all things worthy of inquiry. Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction & Background 02:36 – Career Evolution & Minimally Invasive Surgery 08:10 – Historical Context & Technology Evolution 13:47 – Surgical Outcomes & Failed Back Surgery 20:18 – Diagnostic Challenges & Pain Generator Identification 29:14 – MRI Limitations & Diagnostic Tools 35:45 – Clinical Approach & Conservative Treatment 45:32 – Bone Graft Innovation: The Corex Harvester 52:01 – Final Thoughts & Philosophy -- Hashtags -- #BackPain #SpineHealth #DrJimMarino #PhysicalTherapy #MRITruth #McKenzieMethod #BackSurgery #HealthMyths #ChronicPain
In this week's episode, I sit down with Dr. Grant Pagdin, a regenerative medicine leader running a groundbreaking Health Canada-approved study on osteoarthritis. Using stem cells derived from the patient's own body, this non-surgical treatment is showing real, lasting results: ✅ 2 out of 3 patients see meaningful improvement ✅ Relief lasts 3–5+ years (some still pain-free after 7!) ✅ Works for knees, hips, shoulders, ankles—even hands ✅ All three tested methods worked equally well Dr. Pagdin's study of 147+ patients reveals a surprising plot twist: every protocol showed similar success—potentially reshaping how regenerative therapy is approached worldwide. We go beyond arthritis to explore: 🔹 Hormone optimization (and what most doctors miss) 🔹 Game-changing peptides like BPC-157 and TB-500 🔹 Non-invasive ways to stimulate your body's stem cells 🔹 Why many patients prefer bone marrow over fat harvesting 🔹 The truth about going private in today's broken healthcare system This episode is a must-listen for anyone facing joint pain, working in medicine, or curious about the real future of healing. - {------Sponsors------} StemRegen: http://www.stemregen.co/drstephen (Special Offer: Save 15% Using Code "SBPOD" At Checkout) Approved Medical Sollutions: https://approvedmedicalsolutions.com/ (Non-licensed patients can use code "sbarrett" for a 10% discount.) Trokie : https://trokie.com/pod/ Profound Health : https://profound-health.com/product-category/bioregulators/?aff=PODOF (A Trusted Source for Natural & Synthetic Bioregulators) Visit our website https://podofinquiry.com/latest-episodes/ - click on the show link to read the show notes and get more information. {------Giveaways------} How to Win Our Season 6 Giveaways?🎉🎁 1. Follow us on all social platforms (Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn) 2. Subscribe to our YouTube channel 3. Comment "Let's Spelunk" on any Season 6 YouTube video to enter YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@podofinquiry Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/podofinquiry/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podofinquiry/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-barrett-92776a51/ --- The Pod Of Inquiry is designed to empower you with knowledge. What happens from there is up to you. Your host, Dr. Stephen Barrett, has designed this show to take you down some very deep rabbit holes hopefully bringing you back out again, relatively unscathed, but cerebrally wicked enabling a better understanding of all things worthy of inquiry. Timestamps: 0:00 – Intro: The Regenerative Breakthrough 1:18 – Meet Dr. Grant Pagdin 2:34 – Inside the Osteoarthritis Study 5:59 – Fat vs. Bone Marrow: Which is Easier? 8:35 – Procedure Details & Managing Side Effects 11:18 – Injection & Recovery Protocol Explained 13:43 – Who Can Get This Treatment? 15:02 – How Long Do the Results Last? 16:13 – Which Joints Respond Best? 20:57 – Study Enrollment Details 23:11 – Who's Excluded & Why? 25:11 – The Proof is in the Data 30:21 – Why He Left the Traditional System 32:54 – Enhancing Healing with Peptides 36:55 – Stem Cell Mobilization Without Injections 40:32 – Combining Therapies for Better Outcomes 43:02 – Hormone Therapy: Myths & Science 45:02 – Women's Hormones: Facts vs. Fear 47:22 – Testosterone for Men: What You Need to Know 50:38 – Final Thoughts: Passion & Purpose -- Hashtags -- #ArthritisRelief #RegenerativeMedicine #StemCellTherapy #JointPainSolution #DrGrantPagdin #ChronicPainHelp #OsteoarthritisTreatment
What if I told you that the chronic fatigue, autoimmune symptoms, and mysterious health issues plaguing millions of people all stem from the same overlooked cause? And what if there was a technology that could identify and address this root cause using nothing but frequencies? This week's Pod of Inquiry guest will blow your mind! Dr. Bernard Straile, a German-born chiropractor turned frequency medicine pioneer, has developed something that sounds like science fiction but is grounded in cutting-edge genetics research. Dr. Straile's "bio-scanning" technology can detect infections and imbalances energetically - before they show up on traditional lab tests. He's literally measuring the frequencies of pathogens like Lyme disease, distinguishing between acute and chronic forms, and targeting them with specific scalar waves that travel faster than light. 🔍 Discover In This Episode: ➡️Why 96% of people carry chronic Epstein-Barr Virus (and why doctors miss it) ➡️How scalar frequencies can "speak" to your genes ➡️The real cause behind Long COVID and unresolved infections ➡️What the "cellular internet" is — and how ancient medicine mapped it first ➡️How allergies, Lyme disease, and sugar metabolism are all connected ➡️The truth about bio-scanning tech that detects infections before lab tests Dr. Straile bridges cutting-edge genetics, ancient wisdom, and quantum biophysics — offering real solutions for those stuck in chronic illness. His IMAET System technology is available for both practitioners and self-help. If you're tired of managing symptoms instead of addressing root causes, this episode offers a completely new roadmap. - {------Sponsors------} StemRegen : http://www.stemregen.co/drstephen (Special Offer: Save 15% Using Code "SBPOD" At Checkout) Approved Medical Sollutions : https://approvedmedicalsolutions.com/ (Non-licensed patients can use code "sbarrett" for a 10% discount.) Trokie : https://trokie.com/pod/ Profound Health : https://profound-health.com/product-category/bioregulators/?aff=PODOF (A Trusted Source for Natural & Synthetic Bioregulators) Visit our website https://podofinquiry.com/latest-episodes/ - click on the show link to read the show notes and get more information. {------Giveaways------} How to Win Our Season 6 Giveaways?🎉🎁 1. Follow us on all social platforms (Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn) 2. Subscribe to our YouTube channel 3. Comment "Let's Spelunk" on any Season 6 YouTube video to enter YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@podofinquiry Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/podofinquiry/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podofinquiry/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-barrett-92776a51/ --- The Pod Of Inquiry is designed to empower you with knowledge. What happens from there is up to you. Your host, Dr. Stephen Barrett, has designed this show to take you down some very deep rabbit holes hopefully bringing you back out again, relatively unscathed, but cerebrally wicked enabling a better understanding of all things worthy of inquiry. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 01:08 - Dr. Straile's Background 07:08 - Lyme Disease & Chronic Infections 10:04 - Epstein-Barr Virus & Immune System 14:54 - Sponsor Break & Stem Regen 17:58 - Cellular Communication & Meridians 20:31 - Fascia & Frequency Resonance 25:57 - Frequency Analysis & Scalar Waves 31:35 - Clinical Application & Bio Scanning 34:58 - The Innate System & Allergy Redefinition 40:50 - Treatment Methodology 44:36 - Contact Information & Resources
Dr. Christopher Estes just dropped some serious knowledge bombs in our latest episode that will change how you think about testosterone – and it's not what you expect. This isn't your typical "just inject testosterone" conversation. Something alarming is happening to young men's health, and most doctors are completely missing it. Dr. Estes sees 30-something men walking into his clinic with testosterone levels of 100-150. That's not "low for their age" – that's catastrophically deficient for ANY age. In this episode, you'll discover: ✅ The "pyramid approach" to hormones that addresses root causes instead of just symptoms ✅ Why DHEA is the most overlooked hormone (and which test 90% of labs get wrong) ✅ The cortisol-testosterone connection that explains why stressed men can't build muscle ✅ Environmental toxins that are stealing testosterone from an entire generation ✅ The estrogen factor in men that nobody talks about (but could save your prostate) Dr. Estes is a board-certified OB-GYN, trained at the University of Miami, has a master's in epidemiology, and brings both academic rigor AND functional medicine wisdom to the table. He breaks down the science in a way that makes sense, debunks dangerous medical myths, and gives you actionable strategies you can implement immediately. {------Sponsors------} StemRegen: http://www.stemregen.co/drstephen (Special Offer: Save 15% Using Code "SBPOD" At Checkout) Approved Medical Sollutions: https://approvedmedicalsolutions.com/ (Non-licensed patients can use code "sbarrett" for a 10% discount.) Trokie : https://trokie.com/pod/ Profound Health : https://profound-health.com/product-category/bioregulators/?aff=PODOF (A Trusted Source for Natural & Synthetic Bioregulators) Visit our website https://podofinquiry.com/latest-episodes/ - click on the show link to read the show notes and get more information. {------Giveaways------} How to Win Our Season 6 Giveaways?🎉🎁 1. Follow us on all social platforms (Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn) 2. Subscribe to our YouTube channel 3. Comment "Let's Spelunk" on any Season 6 YouTube video to enter YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@podofinquiry Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/podofinquiry/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podofinquiry/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-barrett-92776a51/ --- The Pod Of Inquiry is designed to empower you with knowledge. What happens from there is up to you. Your host, Dr. Stephen Barrett, has designed this show to take you down some very deep rabbit holes hopefully bringing you back out again, relatively unscathed, but cerebrally wicked enabling a better understanding of all things worthy of inquiry. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction & Episode Overview 01:15 - Host Introduction 02:07 - Dr. Estes Background 05:53 - Conventional vs. Functional Medicine Approach 09:00 - The 1941 Huggins & Hodges Study 12:44 - Women's Health Initiative Parallel 16:34 - Testosterone Beyond Sexual Function 17:28 - Sponsor Break (Stem Regen) 20:32 - Broader Health Benefits of Testosterone 21:56 - Low T Epidemic in Young Menn 24:27 - Environmental & Lifestyle Factors 29:23 - Cortisol-Testosterone Relationship 35:03 - DHEA: The Most Missed Factor) 39:35 - Sponsor Break (Clean Ketones) 42:09 - DHEA Testing & Clinical Experience 45:57 - Chronic Pain & Hormonal Health 48:52 - Free Testosterone & Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG) 53:59 - Estrogen Monitoring in Men 54:44 - Routes of Administration 56:18 - Closing Remarks























