Best Prescribed Harm Podcasts (2024)

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15.2 Overdosed: The 1st Wave: An Increase in Opioid Prescribing 32:10

4h ago32:10

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Thanks for listening. I recommend watching this one on my YouTube channel due to being paired with several charts and graphics; just search 'Renegade Psych' on YouTube to find our page. Future episodes will be live video recordings, but we'll still produce our audio-only version as well, so view on YouTube, listen on other platforms, or don't do ei…

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142. Rogue Doctor Turned Poker Pro Overcomes Chronic Depression 2:07:23

39m ago2:07:23

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Dr. Jaclynn Moskow is a trained physician scientist, writer, healthcare business consultant, and well known professional poker player. The medical industrial complex, much like a high-stakes poker game, operates on a grand scale where the players are institutions, corporations, and policy makers, but the chips are human lives and well-being. Just a…

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Fresh Start with Dr. David - Season 3 - Episode 12 - Holistic Approaches to Cardiovascular Health w/ Dr. Wolfson, #1 Natural Heart Doctor (NBC, CNN, Wall Street Journal, Time Magazine, USA Today) 56:46

3h ago56:46

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Fresh Start with Dr. David - Season 3 - Episode 12 - Holistic Approaches to Cardiovascular Health w/ Dr. Wolfson, #1 Natural Heart Doctor (NBC, CNN, Wall Street Journal, Time Magazine, USA Today) Unmasking the Heart: A Holistic Approach to Cardiovascular Health with Dr. Jack Wolfson, #1 Natural Heart Doctor (NBC, CNN, The Wall Street Journal, Time …

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Fresh Start with Dr. David - Season 3 - Episode 10 - Introduction To Next Episode 2:07

3d ago2:07

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Fresh Start with Dr. David - Season 3 - Episode 10 - Introduction To Next Episode Welcome to another engaging episode of the Fresh Start with Dr. David podcast! Dr. David dives into a lively discussion, offering insights and practical advice on a range of self-improvement topics. Whether you’re interested in grief, boundaries, self-love, self-care,…

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Fresh Start with Dr. David Podcast - Season 3 - Episode 11 - Unpacking the Mind: Another Conversation with Grief Expert Gary Scott 1:13:25

7d ago1:13:25

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Fresh Start with Dr. David Podcast - Season 3 - Episode 10 - Unpacking the Mind: Another Conversation with Grief Expert Gary Scott Welcome to another episode of Fresh Start with Dr. David featuring the insightful Dr. David Wright and Grief Expert, Gary Scott. In this engaging discussion, Dr. Wright delves into his unique approach to mental health, …

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15.1 Overdosed: The Worst Drug Epidemic in Human History 27:12

7h ago27:12

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Thanks for listening. I recommend watching this one on my YouTube channel due to being paired with several charts and graphics; just search 'Renegade Psych' on YouTube to find our page. Future episodes will be live video recordings, but we'll still produce our audio-only version as well, so view on YouTube, listen on other platforms, or don't do ei…

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141. Can Postpartum Depression Be Solved with a Pill? 1:10:23

12d ago1:10:23

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The FDA has approved the first pill for postpartum depression, Zuranolone (Zurzuvae) on August 4th, 2023. We discuss this and more with Katie Galvin, a former speech language pathologist turned women's functional nutrition practitioner, holistic life coach, and postpartum doula, who shares her personal experience with postpartum health challenges a…

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14.1 Interview with Dr. Nassir Ghaemi, MD, MPH 1:17:02

4d ago1:17:02

1:17:02

Thanks for listening. RENEGADE PSYCH NOW HAS A YOUTUBE CHANNEL; just search 'Renegade Psych' to find our page. Future episodes will be live video recordings, but we'll still produce our audio-only version as well, so view on YouTube, listen on other platforms, or don't do either, Life is full of choices! This interview is with Dr. Nassir Ghaemi, MD…

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82. They want you sick and dependent (Rebroadcast) 1:14:26

9d ago1:14:26

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We're revisiting a classic episode that originally aired on April 27, 2023. For over a hundred years, corporate interests have been steering the direction of healthcare in the United States. Checklists have been implemented as a way to reduce medical mistakes, but this approach has led to overzealous use of treatments and medications, creating a cy…

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13.2 What's Wrong With Modern Psychiatry, Pt 2 with Josef Witt-Doerring 1:12:56

11d ago1:12:56

1:12:56

Thanks for listening. RENEGADE PSYCH IS GOING VIDEO and starting our very own YouTube channel, just search 'Renegade Psych' to find our page. All future episodes will be live video recordings, but we'll still produce our audio-only version as well, so view on YouTube, listen on other platforms, or don't do either, Life is full of choices! In this 2…

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140. When Psychotherapy Creates Harm 1:58:58

16d ago1:58:58

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In this episode, Dr. Roger McFillin and Dr. Brett Deacon examine the state of the mental health field and the potential harms of certain therapeutic practices. The conversation skillfully weaves insights from the film "Good Will Hunting" to explore multifaceted themes, including the limitations of the biomedical model in addressing human experience…

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13.1 What's Wrong with Modern Psychiatry - Interview 1 with Josef Witt-Doerring 1:06:48

25d ago1:06:48

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Thanks for listening. For the first time, RENEGADE PSYCH is GOING VIDEO on YouTube, just search 'Renegade Psych' to find our page. All future episodes will be available for video viewing or audio listening, depending on the platform. In this 2-part series, I talk to Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring, MD, from the Life on Less Meds podcast (Life on Less Meds …

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139. Conquering Cancer Against All Odds 1:21:08

23d ago1:21:08

1:21:08

Christian Hegarty, a bone cancer survivor, and his brother John Hegarty share their journey of exploring alternative approaches to cancer treatment. Christian was given a 15% chance of survival and underwent conventional treatments, including harsh chemotherapy. However, when his cancer recurred, Jon began researching alternative treatments and the…

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12.3 Safer Drug Use: Rules to Reduce Harm from Illicit Drug Use 30:30

1M ago30:30

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In this series, Dr. Stephen Love, MD, and I discuss a vitally important aspect of substance use treatment that is not discussed enough as a society or in our medical training, educating users on how to reduce the harms associated with substance use. In this episode, we focus on HARM REDUCTION, and identify several rules of Safer Drug Use. Though ab…

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138. The Indoctrinated Brain w/ Michael Nehls, MD, PhD 1:36:58

1M ago1:36:58

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In a time of global political radicalization under the pretext of various crises, THE INDOCTRINATED BRAIN by the medical doctor and molecular geneticist Michael Nehls confronts us with his alarming findings about a silent war against the human brain. Dr. Nehls explains the role of mRNA technology and its potential dangers, including the impact on o…

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Fresh Start with Dr. David Podcast - Season 3 - Episode 9 - Unpacking the Mind: A Conversation with Dr. David Wright and Grief Expert Gary Scott 1:04:40

1M ago1:04:40

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Fresh Start with Dr. David Podcast - Season 3 - Episode 9 - Unpacking the Mind: A Conversation with Dr. David Wright and Grief Expert Gary Scott Join Gary Scott as he sits down with Dr. David Wright, a multifaceted physician and healer, who shares his journey from traditional medicine to holistic healing. Dr. Wright, a summa cum laude graduate with…

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12.2 Safer Drug Use: What is Addiction? 33:55

1M ago33:55

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In this series, Dr. Stephen Love, MD, and I discuss a vitally important aspect of substance use treatment that is not discussed enough as a society or in our medical training, educating users on how to reduce the harms associated with substance use. We delve into what addiction is in this episode and discuss whether the causes are biological or env…

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Fresh Start With Dr David - Season 3 - Episode 8 - Be Your Own Peace - Embracing Peace and Purpose: A Conversation with Phoenix Sohl 57:47

1M ago57:47

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Fresh Start With Dr David - Season 3 - Episode 8 - Be Your Own Peace - Embracing Peace and Purpose: A Conversation with Phoenix Sohl Welcome to another enlightening episode of the Fresh Start with Dr. David Podcast! In today's special episode, Dr. David is joined by the vibrant and inspiring Phoenix Sohl. Following the insightful discussion on g…

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137. Confessions of a Psych Nurse w/ Neseret Bemient RN, BscN 1:21:05

1M ago1:21:05

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Neseret Bemient is the owner of Return to Wholeness Healing Services and the creator of the popular YouTube channel “Confessions of a Psych Nurse.” With 17 years of experience as a Mental Health and Addiction Nurse/RN in the conventional mental health system, Neseret is a dedicated Holistic Mental Health Advocate. She discusses the lack of trauma-i…

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Fresh Start with Dr. David - Season 3 - Episode 7 - Navigating Grief: Insights and Healing with Gary Scott - Healing from Inside Out! 54:56

1M ago54:56

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Fresh Start with Dr. David - Season 3 - Episode 7 - Navigating Grief: Insights and Healing with Gary Scott - Healing from Inside Out! Good afternoon, and welcome back to another episode of the Fresh Start with Dr. David podcast! Dr. David shares some exciting updates and introduces his special guest, Gary Scott, a grief recovery expert. Together, t…

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12.1 Safer Drug Use with Stephen Love, MD: INTRO 27:28

1M ago27:28

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In this series, Dr. Stephen Love, MD, and I discuss a vitally important aspect of substance use treatment that is not discussed enough as a society or in our medical training, educating users on how to reduce the harms associated with substance use. Just as we would not neglect treatment for an uncontrolled diabetic who refuses to comply with diet,…

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136. I drank the Kool-Aid for a while w/ Florian Birkmayer, MD 1:39:11

1M ago1:39:11

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Dr. Florian Birkmayer shares his journey from mainstream psychiatry to questioning the profession and witnessing the creation of professional patients. He became frustrated by the use of psychiatric drugs to cover up symptoms and co-founded AromaGnosis. We discuss the harmful effects of labeling and diagnosing mental illness, and the conditioning o…

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Update and upcoming changes to podcast 4:26

2M ago4:26

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Here I reveal some exciting new upcoming changes to the podcast, starting in July of 2024. Hope you enjoy.By Ethan P. Short, MD

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135. How We Normalized Mood & Mind Altering Drugs as Mental Healthcare 1:08:16

2M ago1:08:16

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How We Normalized Mood & Mind Altering Drugs as Mental Healthcare How did we come to a situation where over 20% of the population depends on at least one psychiatric drug, with this figure continuing to rise? Why are these drugs being prescribed by nonspecialists seemingly without consideration of their consequences? There has been a societal shift…

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11.4 Consequential Chemicals: Closing Thoughts, Solutions, and SONG 19:00

2M ago19:00

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Here, I summarize my closing thoughts, then Adam and I talk about how we fix the systemic and multifactorial problems that in the American healthcare system. As always, to bring my angst down a notch at the end of the series, I've included a local artist and song, again featuring Jared Foos inaugural solo album, Who Loves You Baby, with the song, "…

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11.3 Consequential Chemicals: Antidepressant Risks during Pregnancy 30:56

2M ago30:56

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Dr. Urato has been talking about the risks of SSRIs (Prozac, Zoloft, Lexapro, Paxil, etc.) during pregnancy for almost as long as he was talking about the risks of Makena, nearly two decades. He reveals to us the data behind the FACT that there are risks to the developing fetus of maternal SSRI use during pregnancy, starting with the common sense e…

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134. Major Announcement! The Conscious Clinician Collective 40:20

2M ago40:20

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Dr. Roger McFillin has launched a nonprofit organization called The Conscious Clinician Collective. The collective aims to cultivate a community of ethical mental health specialists and healthcare professionals who uphold principles of informed consent, medical freedom, and respect for personal autonomy. The organization also seeks to provide acces…

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11.2 Consequential Chemicals: Makena, COVID vaccine, and TinFoil Hats 26:06

2M ago26:06

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In this segment, Dr. Urato and I talk about his history with getting Makena removed from the pharmaceutical market after 20 years and how the pharmaceutical industry rolls out products with a relatively consistent M.O. and playbook. Adam talks about how a lot of treatments don't 'work' from a medical standpoint, but that they 'work' from a financia…

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11.1 Consequential Chemicals: RANT + Guest Intro, Adam Urato, Md 21:07

2M ago21:07

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For this series, Harvard-trained Dr. Adam Urato, MD, Maternal-Fetal-Medicine specialist joins us to discuss his experiences with Makena, a synthetic progesterone allowed to remain on the market for a convenient 20-year period despite true evidence of its safety and efficacy. His stance established intellectual clout and authority that bolsters his …

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133. The New World of Manipulation and How To Resist It w/ Laura Dodsworth 1:41:24

2M ago1:41:24

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Laura Dodsworth, journalist and author of the book Free Your Mind: The New World of Manipulation and How To Resist It was a Sunday Times best seller. The conversation explores the use of fear and psychological techniques to manipulate and control behavior. The discussion also touches on the role of the Nudge Unit and the use of propaganda and adver…

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11.0 Consequential Chemicals with Adam Urato, MD: TEASER 13:51

2M ago13:51

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Welcome to another series. This one features Dr. Adam Urato, MD, a Maternal-Fetal-Medicine specialist living and working in Framingham, MA, near where he trained at Harvard. Adam is in a unique position in medical culture because of his past experience sounding the alarm on Makena, a synthetic progesterone FDA approved for preterm labor in 2013, de…

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Extra: Pitfalls of Modern Medical Training and the Dr/Primary Care Shortage 33:54

2M ago33:54

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Join us for this episode outlining modern medical training and discussing some of the medicine cultural issues that contribute to a lack of critical thinking, and the primary care shortage, which is the worst in the world, by a landslide. Only 11.5% of U.S. Medical graduates go into primary care, which easily ranks as the lowest in the world (Germa…

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132. Change your diet, Change your mind w/ Dr. Georgia Ede 1:43:44

2M ago1:43:44

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Dr. Georgia Ede, a Harvard-trained psychiatrist and expert in nutritional and metabolic psychiatry, informs on the profound connection between diet and mental well-being. Drawing from her latest book, "CHANGE YOUR DIET, CHANGE YOUR MIND: A Powerful Plan to Improve Mood, Overcome Anxiety, and Protect Memory for a Lifetime of Optimal Health," Dr. Ede…

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Fresh Start with Dr. David - Season 3 - Episode 6 - Your Soul, Your Energy, and Your Abundance with Special Guest and Expert Pam Buchanan 1:00:56

2M ago1:00:56

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Welcome to an enlightening episode of Fresh Start with Dr. David. Hear him discuss the concept of thriving in abundance, exploring the critical elements of prosperity in professional and personal growth. In collaboration with Pam Buchanan, CEO and Founder of Quantum Sense, delve into the balance between professional progress and soul nourishment. T…

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Extra: Resident Exploitation and their True Value 30:45

3M ago30:45

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In this extra segment, recorded with Taylor Beckman, DO, from the "Inherent Problems" series, we discuss how the medical training system exploits students/residents, and acts like a monopoly, paying all residency positions nearly the same amount, with minimal pay increases each year, despite their skill level drastically improving. We give specific…

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131. Manufacturing Bipolar Disorder 59:55

3M ago59:55

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Join us as we review the staggering surge of Bipolar I and Bipolar II diagnoses in the post-drug era. We examine flaws in DSM criteria, uncover financial conflicts of interest, and discuss the overdiagnosis and overmedication rampant in psychiatry. Are normal mood fluctuations being pathologized? We explore the role of psychiatric drugs, their side…

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10.6 Inner Excellence/ACT: EXTRA: ACT with Rob 28:35

3M ago28:35

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This is the 2nd part of my original recording with Rob Goodknight, my audio engineer and friend, who helped me get the podcast started and provided a studio for our first several recordings. After explaining RFT in the first EXTRA segment, here we turn our focus to outlining the core processes of ACT, Acceptance, Defusion, Mindfulness, Self-as-Cont…

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10.5 Inner Excellence/ACT: EXTRA: RFT with Rob 35:56

3M ago35:56

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So, Rob Goodknight, my audio engineer and friend, helped me get the podcast started and the first several episodes/series were recorded in his studio. This is from one of the first times we ever recorded, and it was just me and Rob talking about RFT, or Relational Frame Theory, the neurolinguistic theory behind the 6 core processes of ACT, or Accep…

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130. Naturopathic Insights into Mental Health Conditions w/ Dr. Julia Britz, ND 1:31:59

3M ago1:31:59

1:31:59

Dr. Julia Britz is a licensed naturopathic doctor who received her training from Bastyr University in San Diego, CA. She specializes in supporting people who are struggling with mental health issues such as OCD, disorders eating and psychiatric medication tapering. Dr. Britz discusses the challenges of achieving health in modern living and the need…

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Fresh Start with Dr. David - Season 3 - Episode 5 - Get Paid What You're Worth - Maximize Your Compensation & Pay at the Office with Special Guest Ethan Nkana, Physician Compensation Expert 1:03:23

3M ago1:03:23

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Join Dr. David in a vital discussion on 'Fresh Start with Dr. David' about the often unspoken struggles in the healthcare industry - fair physician compensation. Featuring special guest Ethan Nkana - the founder of Rocky Mountain Physician Agency, with immense experience in hospital finance, strategy, and physician contracting. This episode delves …

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10.4 Inner Excellence/ACT: Closing Thoughts and Song 9:55

3M ago9:55

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Hope you enjoyed my conversation with Jim Murphy about his book, Inner Excellence, and its convergence with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Here we present some of our closing thoughts, followed by a song, "Found," by Jared Foos, off his inaugural solo album, "Who Loves You Baby." ENJOY and Spread the word about Jared, he's mega-talented and nee…

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10.3 Inner Excellence/ACT: Principles of Inner Excellence 24:17

3M ago24:17

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Here, Jim talks about his underlying principles of Inner Excellence. He has taken a lot of core concepts of psychology and sports psychology, and used some of his experience with neurolinguistics to supplement what he has learned, imploring patients to reprogram their subconscious, let go of self-centeredness and be selfless to reduce anxiety, and …

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Understanding and challenging stigma related to alcohol use and Indigenous people 34:09

3M ago34:09

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In this episode, award-winning journalist David P. Ball and First Nations Health Authority’s Medical Officer, Mental Health and Wellness, Dr. Nolan Hop Wo discuss the impact of stereotypes related to Indigenous people and alcohol use. Together, they speak with Beryl Parke, a Traditional Wellness Worker at First Nations Health Authority. Beryl is fr…

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129. Coddled into Crisis, A Gen Z perspective w/ Freya India 1:44:56

3M ago1:44:56

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Freya India, a freelance writer, provides her insightful perspective on the surging mental health issues among young women and girls shaped by the unique characteristics of Generation Z. She highlights how factors like the coddling of this generation and a slower transition to adulthood, coupled with a risk-averse approach, contribute to the surge …

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Fresh Start with Dr. David - Season 3 - Episode 4 - The Transformative Power of Yoga with Yoga Expert & Yoga Virtuoso, Fiji McAlpine, of Do Yoga With Me! 1:04:44

3M ago1:04:44

1:04:44

Join Dr. David's riveting discussion with renowned Yoga expert, Fiji McAlpine, on the transformative power of Yoga and its instrumental role in total wellness. Explore the insightful journey of Fiji who turned adversity into purpose through the healing practice of Yoga. The episode brims with enriching discussions on the importance of developing a …

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10.2 Inner Excellence/ACT: A Convergence of Ideas 21:58

3M ago21:58

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Here, Jim and I outline Inner Excellence alongside ACT therapy and the concepts that predecess it. It's so interesting to me that so many of our ideas seem to converge despite coming from drastically different backgrounds. It's also telling that someone who works with high-performance athletes from around the world is utilizing some of the same con…

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10.1 Inner Excellence & ACT: RANT + Guest Intro 26:05

4M ago26:05

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Here, I introduce this series' topic, ACT, through an interview with mental coach, Jim Murphy, whose book, Inner Excellence, and work, has inspired so many to be their best selves. Here, I start out with my typical rant on the topic, followed by a guest introduction and background. Hope you enjoy our conversations. Thanks for listening. For more s…

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128. Can Alternative Perspectives Reveal Cancer's Cause? w/ Paul Leendertse 1:39:50

3M ago1:39:50

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Paul Leendertse, the Pioneer and Author of 'The Root Cause of Cancer' shares his over 15 years of experience aiding individuals in overcoming daunting health challenges, particularly stage 3 or 4 cancer. Paul believes the root cause of cancer lies in psycho-emotional stress complexes that deeply impact the physical body. Through his unique approach…

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10.0 Inner Excellence and ACT: TEASER 15:38

4M ago15:38

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This is the newest release from RenegadePsych and is on a slightly different topic, ACT therapy. I interview Jim Murphy, a renowned high-performance athletes mental coach who has written an incredibly moving and motivating book, Inner Excellence, summarizing what he has learned in his personal and professional journey. Though he does not have a bac…

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9.4 Low-Dose Lithium: Solutions, Closing Thoughts, and Song 29:22

4M ago29:22

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Here, Dr. Gadh first talks about a necessary step to rectifying the system we currently operate within, in campaign finance reform, and electing conscientious people into positions of power. We then give some of our closing thoughts and wrap up with a mix created by Dr. Gadh's alter ego, DJ Dr. Gadh, titled "Apni Jaise remix," and available on Soun…

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