Best Michael Burgos Podcasts (2024)

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107. Exposing Gender Malpractice: Mia Hughes on the WPATH Files, Medical Ethics, & Informed Consent 1:44:51

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Mia Hughes, author of the recently released WPATH Files report, joins me today to discuss the medical scandal of our era. Together, we uncover the shocking revelations from the leaked files, exposing the mistreatment of vulnerable individuals seeking gender transition. We explore how the official-sounding “World Professional Association for Transge…

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106. Earth Day with Derrick Jensen: on Ecological Grief and Reconnecting with Our Wild Nature 1:44:09

4d ago1:44:09

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This Earth Day, I’d like to honor the importance of our connection to the natural world by welcoming the insightful Derrick Jensen, an author and environmental activist whose work has profoundly influenced me from an early age. We explore the stark contrast between our knowledge of commercial jingles and movie stars versus our understanding of the …

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105. Young Men Crying for Help: Dr. Joseph Burgo on Shame, Narcissism, Autism & Autogynephilia 1:14:13

11d ago1:14:13

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Today I welcome the esteemed Dr. Joseph Burgo to discuss the psychological crisis of males who find refuge in a trans identity. Along the way, we explore myriad contributing factors, from shame, narcissism, and autogynephilia; to rising rates of autism and unlimited access to increasingly obscene internet pornography; as well as gender roles, norms…

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104. Why I Stopped Doing Therapy and Switched to Consulting (For Now) - a Solo Interlude 30:45

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In this rare solo episode, I delve into personal decisions that have recently shaped my career path, shedding light on the challenges and triumphs that have led me to where I am today, including the impact of stress on chronic illness, and the difficult choice to step back from therapy to prioritize my well-being. But why did I choose consulting ov…

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103. Truth, Hope, & Mental Health | Michael DC Bowen, Pamela Garfield-Jaeger & Soad Tabrizi 1:34:35

30d ago1:34:35

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Is shame always destructive, or can it foster growth? Does being compassionate require that we affirm every belief or validate every emotion? When are psychiatric diagnoses helpful or harmful? Is it better to strive for race-awareness or a color-blind society? Should social norms be challenged or reinforced? What is the role of hope in fostering ch…

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102. Propaganda Myths of the Gender Cult; Resources for Parents & Educators, with Justine Deterling 1:22:34

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In what ways is gender ideology cult-like? What are its core foundational myths, and how can concerned citizens challenge them? Today’s guest, Justine Deterling, founded the LGB watchdog organization Gender Health Query to create resources for parents and educators to address these concerns. In this episode, we discuss the cult-like dynamics of gen…

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101. Making Meaning, Finding Wisdom: Kim O, Matt Osborne, & Benjamin the Dream Wizard 1:38:36

1M ago1:38:36

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Wise decision-making often requires that we grapple with notions of good and evil. Fields such as history, spirituality, philosophy, and psychology all help orient our moral compass. Yet despite so much access to information, today’s youth seem to lack the grounding principles needed to navigate life's challenges. How is the modern world's existent…

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100. How to Rescue Your Child From the Gender Cult: Gabrielle Clark on Desistance Coaching 1:23:23

2M ago1:23:23

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Gabrielle helped her daughter escape the cult. Now, as a Desistance Coach, she helps other parents find ways to reach their ideologically captured children too. Meanwhile, my career has taken a similar direction, as I’ve devoted a significant portion of my energy toward helping parents of youth with Rapid Onset Gender Dysphoria (ROGD) as a communic…

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99. Is Therapeutic Neutrality a Thing of the Past? with Christine Sefein and David Teachout 1:10:02

2M ago1:10:02

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In my second returning guests group chat, I delve into the complex world of therapy with colleagues David Teachout and Christine Sefein. We explore the concept of therapeutic neutrality and its relevance in today's therapy landscape. Is therapy dead? How are therapists able to maintain neutrality in an age of biases and cultural influences? And wha…

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98. Trans to Detrans: A Graphic Novel Journey from Self-Hate to Self-Compassion, with Nicolas Blooms 1:25:38

2M ago1:25:38

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In this episode, I sit down with Nicholas Blooms, a detransitioner, artist, and creator of a unique graphic novel. Nicholas shares his profound journey of detransitioning, delving into the spiritual and emotional aspects of reclaiming his sense of self and finding a sustainable, embodied way of living. I explain my current model of how gender dysph…

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97. Healthcare Ethics & Philosophy with Jennifer Lahl, Karen King, & Jake Wiskerchen 1:30:00

2M ago1:30:00

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Today I welcome back former guests Jennifer Lahl, Karen King, and Jake Wiskerchen for a collegial group chat. We catch up on their latest projects, including Jennifer’s new documentary on detrans men, The Lost Boys: Searching for Manhood, and Karen’s Ideological Oasis group for counseling graduates and interns. We dive into the topics of distress t…

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96. From Cult to Gender Clinic: Misdiagnosis, Detransition & Healing — Layton, part 2 1:45:12

3M ago1:45:12

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In part two of my conversation with Layton, she continues to share her journey of navigating the trauma of leaving a cult, bad therapy, the harmful effects of the trans medical industrial complex, and how she finally found wholeness. Missed part 1? Listen to episode 95 here. Layton opens up about her experience of undergoing synthetic testosterone …

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95. Transing the Gay Away? Cults, Actual Conversion Therapy, & Dissociation: part 1 with Layton 1:12:39

3M ago1:12:39

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Today I’m excited to bring you part 1 of a fascinating conversation with Layton, a detransitioner who shares her journey of leaving a religious cult and the subsequent challenges she faced. We delve into her experiences with actual gay conversion therapy, where she was told that her homosexuality was a form of cannibalism and a result of trauma. La…

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94. Conquering OCD & Behavioral Addiction: the Power of Mindset, with Dr. Johann D’Souza 1:35:14

3M ago1:35:14

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In this episode, I dive into the fascinating world of OCD and addiction with psychologist and podcast host, Dr. Johann D'Souza. We explore the concept of OCD as a form of behavioral addiction. Dr. D'Souza shares his expertise on the different types of obsessions and compulsions, shedding light on the lesser-known aspects of OCD beyond the common st…

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93. "I Was a Drug Pusher": Sara Stockton Exposes Therapists’ Roles in the Gender Industry 1:27:55

3M ago1:27:55

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Sara Stockton is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, lecturer, researcher, and clinical supervisor of a psychotherapy practice in New York who has done a complete 180 on the subject of youth gender transition. Ms. Stockton spent the first part of her career advocating for “gender affirming care” in the treatment of trans-identified youth. Sta…

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92. A Male Detransitioner Rediscovers His Faith: Austin Unbridled on Transformation and Spirituality 1:51:49

3M ago1:51:49

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In this episode, I delve into the raw and revealing journey of Austin Unbridled, a 41-year-old who has navigated the turbulent waters of gender identity and spirituality. Austin's candid recount of transitioning from male to female, and then detransitioning twice, sheds light on the complexities of trans ideology and the often unspoken struggles th…

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91. Helen Joyce Returns: Why Sex Matters in Life and Law 1:46:38

4M ago1:46:38

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We’re kicking off the new year by welcoming back the guest featured on my most popular episode for a long overdue part two! Following up on our prior conversation about the impact of conversion therapy legislation, Helen Joyce, a former journalist and advocate for Sex Matters, sheds light on misconceptions surrounding gender, biology, belief, and h…

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90. New Year’s Reflections: Lessons From A Year and a Half of Podcasting, and What’s Ahead for 2024 1:11:26

4M ago1:11:26

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In this episode, I take a moment to reflect on the past year and a half of podcasting and share some valuable insights and lessons I've learned along the way. With my fiancé by my side for moral support, I dive into the challenges and successes of being a public figure and the unexpected journey that podcasting has taken me on. I discuss the modera…

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89. A Christmas Song for Weary Hearts: Snow by Sleeping at Last 3:26

4M ago3:26

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Merry Christmas! No interview today. No monologue either. Just a simple, short and sweet song I wanted to give as a gift to anyone whose heart is hurting this holiday. Why I'm sharing this song with you: Since Christmas has fallen on a Monday this year, and I always release new episodes on Monday, I faced a dilemma. I thought it would be a disservi…

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88. Puberty is a Human Right: Disorders of Sexual Development vs Puberty Blockers with James Linehan 1:30:46

4M ago1:30:46

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“Intersex” is often considered part of the “LGBTQIA+” community. But how do people with this condition feel about their inclusion that category? The more accurate and respectful term, “disorders of sexual development,” encompasses more than 40 different medical diagnoses. Today’s guest, James Linehan, has one such DSD. Undiagnosed until age 16, hyp…

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87. Heather Heying on What Makes Us Human: Culture, Consciousness, Campfire, and Chesterton’s Fences 1:41:51

5M ago1:41:51

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Today’s guest is very meaningful to me and probably requires no introduction. Dr. Heather Heying is the reason I know about detransitioners and am doing half the things I’m doing. An evolutionary biologist and animal behaviorist, world traveler, podcast co-host, writer, mentor to many, mother of two, agreeable contrarian, and all-around interesting…

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86. Gender Clinics, Journalism, and “Conversion Therapy” Bans Around the World, with Bernard Lane 1:36:05

5M ago1:36:05

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Today I’m joined by Bernard Lane, an independent Australian journalist who covers the international debate over youth gender medicine. We discussed the state of gender clinics and laws in Australia, as well as the challenges faced by journalists in reporting on this topic. We also discussed the influence of environment on youth vulnerability to gen…

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85. Mass Delusional Psychosis: Dr. Mark McDonald on How Fear is Destroying America 1:19:54

5M ago1:19:54

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Psychiatrist Mark McDonald coined the term "mass delusional psychosis" to describe the fear-driven response that swept the nation during the pandemic. In this episode, I interviewed him about the events of 2020 and their impact on our society. We discuss how fear became a fuel, driving irrational and self-destructive behaviors that were not in our …

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84. Leonard Sax, MD: How Sex Differences Impact Brains, Behaviors, and Child Development 1:49:58

5M ago1:49:58

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The esteemed Dr. Leonard Sax joins us this week to share his expertise on how sex differences impact child-rearing, parenting, and education. We begin with a discussion of biological differences between male and female brains, particularly when it comes to sense perception, which can lead to misunderstandings between the sexes. Dr. Sax highlights t…

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83. Autogynephilia: an Overlooked Source of Transgender Identification? With Phil Illy 1:48:25

6M ago1:48:25

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On this podcast we often explore the gender crisis affecting today’s young and vulnerable people. Today we bring on a different perspective from Phil Illy, a man who self-identifies as autogynephilic, meaning that he experiences a sexual attraction to the idea of himself as a woman. Originally described by sexologist Ray Blanchard, autogynephilia i…

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82. Jamie Reed Confronts Gender Malpractice: on Courage, Whistleblowing, and Detrans Medical Records 1:31:00

6M ago1:31:00

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Former Washington University Transgender Center intake coordinator Jamie Reed entered the spotlight in February when she blew the whistle on the harmful practices she witnessed during her time there. A “left of Bernie Sanders” lesbian mom of 5, she reached across the political aisle to work with the Missouri Attorney General, recognizing the need t…

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81. The State of Psychedelic Therapy in 2023: Karen King on Ketamine, MDMA, & Institutional Capture 1:14:35

6M ago1:14:35

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Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy practitioner and clinical supervisor Karen King joined me to discuss the use of ketamine and MDMA in psychotherapy, as well as the infiltration of ideology into the field of psychedelic-assisted therapy. Karen explains the proper set, setting, use, and administration of ketamine in psychotherapy. We delved into the d…

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80. From Shame to Resilience: Healing the Inner Child, with Kim O 1:10:43

6M ago1:10:43

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Kim O, coach and founder of HeartWorkU, joins me today to share wisdom on compassion, healing, parts work, spirituality, resilience, and the Enneagram. We discuss her journey from 30 years as a hairstylist to becoming a coach and her decision to leave her Master's program in Counseling Psychology due to ideological differences. Kim presents her res…

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79. Unmasking the Hidden Struggles of Motherhood: Samantha Green, LMHC on Perinatal Mental Health 1:05:32

7M ago1:05:32

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Samantha Green, a mother of two and Licensed Mental Health Counselor specializing in perinatal mental health, joins me to discuss the challenges and issues affecting women during pregnancy and postpartum. She shares her insights on maternal burnout, “mom rage,” postpartum depression, the impact of hormones on mood, and the difficulties faced by mod…

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78. Surviving the Sex Trade: Andrea Heinz on Healing, Hope, and the Fight Against Exploitation 1:32:54

7M ago1:32:54

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Survivor-turned-advocate Andrea Heinz joins me to discuss her work in the Edmonton Sex Trade Offender Program, where she helps rehabilitate men who have purchased sex, and her reasons for supporting the Nordic model, which criminalizes the buying but not the selling of sex. Andrea opens up about her own journey in the sex industry, highlighting the…

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77. Peter Boghossian on Civil Discourse, ROGD Hostage Negotiation and Other Impossible Conversations 1:09:15

7M ago1:09:15

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Today I’m joined by Peter Boghossian to discuss the art of facilitating constructive dialogue in a polarized world. Peter explains Street Epistemology as a way to have civil conversations and help people calibrate their beliefs to the evidence and reasons they hold. He shares his experiences teaching in prisons and how it shaped his understanding o…

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76. ADHD: Nature or Nurture? Under-Diagnosed or Over? Gender-Specific or Not? With Ryan Wexelblatt 1:37:11

7M ago1:37:11

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Is Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder underdiagnosed or overdiagnosed? Should we think of it as a product of nature, nurture, or a combination of the two? Is it best treated as a developmental condition children will grow out of, or a lifelong neurological difference? Should it be approached differently in boys versus girls? Should society ac…

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75. Navigating the Blended Family Experience: Jeremiah Wallace on Step-Parenting 1:35:25

7M ago1:35:25

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In this episode I connected with fellow step-parent, Jeremiah Wallace, host of the podcast "Blended: Navigating the Blended Family Experience." Jeremiah shares his insights and wisdom on the challenges and principles of being a step-parent in a blended family. Jeremiah introduces his concept of "humble authority," emphasizing the importance of find…

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74. Bioethics & Faith: Samantha Stephenson on Reclaiming Sanctity in a Hypermodern World 1:34:21

8M ago1:34:21

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In this episode, Stephanie Winn interviews Samantha Stephenson, the host of the podcast "Brave New Us: Bioethics in the Light of Faith." Samantha shares her unique perspective on the intersection of faith and bioethics from a Catholic standpoint. Stephanie and Samantha discuss the concept of sanctity and the loss of the sense of the sacred in today…

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73. Psychiatry and its Discontents: Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring on Reclaiming Mental Health from Meds 1:45:16

8M ago1:45:16

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In this episode, we welcome Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring, a board-certified psychiatrist and former FDA medical officer who has dedicated his career to helping patients safely discontinue psychiatric medications. In this information-packed deep-dive, Dr. Josef and I discuss adverse reactions during and following psychiatric medication use, especially re…

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72. ROGD Parenting, Cult Recovery, Psychedelic Therapy, & Mindfulness with Alan Michael 1:24:11

8M ago1:24:11

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Today we embark on a profound journey exploring the challenges of parenting a child experiencing Rapid-Onset Gender Dysphoria (ROGD). Alan and I delve into the emotional rollercoaster that parents often experience when their child exhibits signs of ROGD, including stress, pain, and confusion, before embarking on Alan’s experience pursuing psychedel…

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70. Navy Veteran and Med Student Tells All: How Far Has Institutional Capture Gone in 2023? with Sarah 1:19:29

9M ago1:19:29

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Today, anonymity presents a unique opportunity to hear a medical student and Navy veteran's perspective on how institutional capture has impacted the military and medical campuses. As a historically progressive person, Sarah shares shocking anecdotes of ways that policies aimed at promoting social justice are harming the effectiveness and efficienc…

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69. Parents with Inconvenient Truths about Trans: Gigi & Josie 1:17:04

9M ago1:17:04

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When your child says they are trans, where can you go for guidance, support, or advocacy? How do families navigate current trends in the counseling and medical fields and get children the help they need without submitting to a path of lifelong medicalization? On today’s episode, I am joined by two moms who have undertaken a challenging journey thro…

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68. How Jessica Pin Fought to Protect Women From Medical Ignorance 1:11:11

9M ago1:11:11

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Brace yourself! This week we are discussing female anatomy, the pressures that women face to change their bodies, personal trauma, and what it takes to change the culture surrounding women’s reproductive care. In one of my more blush-worthy conversations to date, activist Jessica Pin fills us in on how she learned the hard way that medical professi…

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67. Dating After Abuse: Rediscovering Inner Trust with Dina McMillan 1:34:21

9M ago1:34:21

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Dating in the modern world has changed drastically with dating apps, swipe culture, loosened norms, a cultural divide, and a political ideology coloring the landscape of human values. There’s no wonder why it’s so difficult to find a trustworthy long term partner with these detrimental trends becoming increasingly wide-spread. How can survivors of …

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66. James Lindsay on Psychological Warfare 1:48:52

10M ago1:48:52

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In a world of deception, how can we accurately discern what is true, real, good, and right? I had the pleasure of consulting one of America’s sharpest modern intellectuals for guidance. James Lindsay delivers a working education of the psychological warfare that plagues our modern social and online environments. Drawing inspiration from his backgro…

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65. Conservative Patients in Therapy with Soad Tabrizi 1:18:54

10M ago1:18:54

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With Conservatives being largely ostracized in contemporary American culture, where can they go to solve personal issues? As a therapist, it’s important to me that people of all walks of life are able to access mental health services, regardless of their politics. However, in recent years, the field of psychology has been influenced by notions of s…

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64. Tonic Herbalism and Holistic Health with DJ and Jenny Ankenbrandt 1:24:56

10M ago1:24:56

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My old friends forage for medicinal mushrooms and mineral resins, and concoct customized herbal tinctures for their clients. Today, I had the delight of interviewing them about their adventures in tonic herbalism. So, what exactly is Tonic Herbalism? Well, according to DJ and Jenny Ankenbrandt, tonic herbalism is so ancient that it precedes Taoism.…

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63. Rewiring Your Brain Through the Break Method with Bizzie Gold 1:30:35

10M ago1:30:35

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Is therapy dead? Can it be revived? How can we move forward? What are the virtues and pitfalls of alternatives to therapy, like coaching or wellness related practices? Typically, therapists go to graduate school and complete postgraduate internships and exams to develop a particular set of psychological tools to address mental illnesses that many o…

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62. To Suffer Well: Detransition, Psychedelics, and Faith, with Torren Danowski 1:59:00

11M ago1:59:00

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As we discuss often on this podcast, “gender affirming care” can appeal to trauma survivors as an enticing way out of pain. Some of these people go through the entire process of medical intervention only to find themselves pursuing detransition. This week I am joined by Torren Danowski, a detransitioner who found himself in this exact situation. To…

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61. A Gender-Critical Meet-Cute: Zach and Cynthia of the Paradox Institute 1:45:12

11M ago1:45:12

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Is it possible to fall in love over the internet? Today I welcome two very special guests about to welcome their first baby, whose love story began on Twitter. This was my first time interviewing a couple, and it was utterly delightful. Zach Elliott and Cynthia Breheny of The Paradox Institute join me this week to delight us with their love story, …

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60. Informed Consent & Maternity Care with Kallie Fell 1:11:30

11M ago1:11:30

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In a recent past episode of this podcast, we discussed issues related to fertility care. But what about maternity care? In this week’s episode, Kallie Fell and I discuss the nuances of informed consent in reference to maternity care along with the in’s and out’s of risk mitigation during pregnancy, physician concerns and pressures, the what may be …

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59. Cat Cattinson on Reclaiming Her Voice After Detransition 2:03:02

11M ago2:03:02

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Cat Cattinson is a detransitioned woman who was featured in our documentary, Affirmation Generation. Cat shares her experience in reclaiming her singing voice after realizing that medicalizing her gender dysphoria was not the right path. For Cat, the loss of her singing voice became the catalyst that led her to detransition. Now, Cat is thriving as…

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58. Remembering Death with Josh Slocum 2:00:15

11M ago2:00:15

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What happens when we die? Do we go to a great beyond somewhere? Are we punished for what we’ve done wrong? Many religions have tried to tackle this problem for as long as humans have recognized the significance of death. What we know for sure is that someone will have to take care of our remains. This week, Josh Slocum provides a realist vision of …

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57. The Antidote to Critical Therapy with Dr. Carole Sherwood 1:30:44

12M ago1:30:44

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Has Critical Social Justice completely captured clinical psychology? So many people seek out therapy in hopes of improving their lives and the lives of those around them through traditional therapeutic practice. What happens when those practices are no longer taught and therapists are instead activists seeking to derail the normative behavior of ot…

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