Best Dr Isabel MD Podcasts (2024)

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Food as Medicine: How a Network of Private Chefs Supports Cancer Patients During Treatment with Johanna and Alexa from Gather Around Nutrition | EP 44 42:56

2h ago42:56

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Struggling to Make Healthy Eating Choices During Your Recovery? Dr. Katie Deming MD, sits down with Johanna and Alexa from Gather Around Nutrition, a private chef network that delivers nutrient-dense meals to patients during their cancer treatment and other health challenges. Discover how these personalized meals can play a crucial role in promotin…

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Ep. 452 Funeral Planning, After-Death Care, and Healthy Grief with Jokotifa Alaye 1:03:14

8m ago1:03:14

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Learn how planning ahead for after-death care can help loved ones with grief and loss. My guest Jokotifa Alaye is a licensed funeral professional and NEDA certified end-of-life doula with a focus on grief. She created Mourning Space to fill the gaps in education and support that society requires for healthy grieving. She discusses the importance of…

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Cancer Nutrition: Making Sense of the Confusion Between Plant Based & Ketogenic Only Diets | EP 43 26:21

5d ago26:21

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Did You Know Most Doctors Receive Little to No Training In Nutrition During Med School? You could be unintentionally starving your body while feeding your cancer. This lack of nutrition knowledge in medical professionals leaves patients without the guidance they need to make informed decisions about their diet during cancer treatment and recovery. …

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Ep. 451 Filling the Gaps in End-of-Life Care with Kaishauna Guidry MD 55:28

7d ago55:28

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Learn how a physician creatively meets the needs of patients who don’t qualify for hospice services. My guest Dr. Kaishauna Guidry is an author, podcaster, healthcare advocate, mentor and educator. She came to medicine and hospice later in her career and founded Mourning Dove Medical as a private mobile medical practice, serving home-bound patients…

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Is Your Brain On Fire? Part #2 20:07

11d ago20:07

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Could your brain be silently suffering from chronic inflammation? In this episode of the MD and Chef Team Show, Chef Michael and Dr. Isabel strips down the complex layers of brain health, distinguishing the contrast between the temporary ally of acute inflammation. They shared insights on hydration, diet, and the pivotal role of exercise in promoti…

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How Releasing Trapped Emotions Unleashes Your Body's Healing Potential with Dr. Bradley Nelson | EP 42 52:33

12d ago52:33

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Are Trapped Emotions Secretly Sabotaging Your Health and Relationships? Dr. Katie Deming engages in a captivating discussion with the Author of ‘The Emotion Code,’ Dr. Bradley Nelson. Discover the concept of trapped emotions – unresolved emotional experiences that can become lodged in your body, creating physical, mental, and emotional disharmony. …

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Ep. 450 Death Doula World Training Day with Suzanne O’Brien RN 52:43

15d ago52:43

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Learn about a movement with a goal to train 1 million death doulas around the world. My guest Suzanne O’Brien RN is the founder and CEO of Doulagivers Institute and a pioneer in the global death doula movement. She was awarded Worldwide Leader in Healthcare by the International Nurse Association and named Humanitarian Ambassador for Oprah Magazine …

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How German New Medicine Taps Into the Ancient Survival Programs of Your Body with Dr. Melissa Sell | EP 41 1:04:53

19d ago1:04:53

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What If Illness, Chronic Pain, and Cancer are Ancient Survival Strategies Embedded In Your Biology? Guest Dr. Melissa Sell, an advocate of German New Medicine (GNM) offers a transformative perspective on health that challenges conventional medical wisdom. She takes us through the five biological laws of GNM, which propose that diseases, including c…

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Ep. 449 Open to Love: Senior Dating After Loss and Grief with Drs. Gloria Horsley and Frank Powers 1:00:08

21d ago1:00:08

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Learn about an informative and inspirational book to help seniors find love in their lives after experiencing loss through death or divorce. My special guests this week, Drs. Gloria Horsley and Frank Powers, are a senior couple who met later in life, after experiencing loss. Gloria is a marriage and family therapist and Frank is a psychologist so b…

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Psych-K and Subconscious Reprogramming to Rapidly Heal Past Trauma with Will Hann | Ep 40 30:23

26d ago30:23

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Does Reshaping the Subconscious Mind Help You Heal Past Traumas? Imagine a therapy session where years of trauma can be addressed in mere minutes. In this episode, Dr. Deming helps us understand the intricate workings of Psych-K. Meet Will Hann, a Psych-K practitioner with a remarkable story of personal transformation through Psych-K, learn how he …

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Ep. 448 Human-Centered Design for End-of-Life and After-Death Care with Isabel Knight 1:01:01

29d ago1:01:01

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Learn how the concept of human-centered design can improve how we care for people at end of life and also how we operate our businesses. My guest Isabel Knight is a human-centered designer and end-of-life guide who founded The Death Designer to provide design services for deathcare businesses and non-profits. She is also the president of the Nation…

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Is Your Brain On Fire? Part #1 23:40

1M ago23:40

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In this episode of the MD and Chef Team Show, Chef Michael and Dr. Isabel dive deep into the often-overlooked issue of chronic inflammation and its effects on brain health and overall well being. They provide enlightening insights on how chronic inflammation differs from the short-lived acute inflammation and why it’s crucial to address it for main…

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Exploring the Science of Hydration: Its Impact on Your Health and Emotions with Isabel Friend | EP 39 53:30

1M ago53:30

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Do You Truly Understand The Water You Drink? Dr. Katie Deming M.D. sits down with water educator and activist Isabel Friend to really dive into the fascinating world of hydration. Get ready to have some common myths about drinking water totally shattered. Isabel reveals the hidden factors that influence how well our bodies can actually utilize the …

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Ep. 447 Compassionate Communities and End-of-Life Care with Elizabeth Johnson, Erin Collins and Qwynn Galloway-Salazar 1:16:58

1M ago1:16:58

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Learn about a powerful international model that calls for a public health approach to end-of-life care and how we are championing it in the U.S. This week I am hosting three guests who are my collaborators in a “think tank” on the Compassionate Communities Model: Elizabeth Johnson and Erin Collins of The Peaceful Presence Project and Qwynn Galloway…

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As a Doctor, 'I was Wrong' and How Unlearning Has Led to Holistic Healing | EP 38 29:27

1M ago29:27

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What If There's More to Health Than Pills and Procedures? Host, Dr. Katie Deming M.D., a traditionally trained radiation oncologist is on a mission to challenge long-held medical beliefs and shedding light on a pathway to true healing, one rooted in nature, cellular health, and a radical willingness to admit being wrong. Imagine if the way we've al…

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Ep. 446 “The Last Ecstatic Days:” How to Die Without Fear with Aditi Sethi-Brown MD 56:35

1M ago56:35

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Learn about THE LAST ECSTATIC DAYS, a film about a young man with brain cancer in search of community, and the hospice doctor who gives up everything to honor his dying wish. My guest Dr. Aditi Sethi-Brown is a hospice and palliative care physician, end-of-life doula, and musician. She is the founder and executive director of the Center for Conscio…

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Thriving Through Perimenopause 22:50

1M ago22:50

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As women journey through life, they encounter various natural transitions that can have profound effects on their overall health and well-being. In this episode of the MD and Chef Team Show, Dr. Isabel welcomed wellness expert Amita Sharma, co-founder of NourishDoc who bravely shares the raw truths of her perimenopausal experience and insights on h…

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Water Fasting's Healing Potential with Loren Lockman | EP 37 1:07:55

2M ago1:07:55

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Would You Go Weeks Without Food to Improve Your Health? In this fascinating episode, Dr. Katie Deming interviews Loren Lockman, an expert in prolonged water fasting. Dive into the science behind water fasting, how it activates powerful detoxification abilities within your body and boosts your immune system beyond what researchers thought was possib…

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Ep. 445 Grief and Bereavement on the Hospice Journey with Barbara Karnes RN 1:05:38

2M ago1:05:38

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Learn about grief from the perspective of two hospice providers on their personal experiences of loss. This week I’m happy to be speaking once again to my recurring guest Barbara Karnes RN, hospice nurse, author, thought leader and expert on end-of-life care and the dynamics of dying. Barbara is the author of “the little blue book” used by hospices…

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Starving Cancer: Breakthrough Metabolic Cancer Therapy with Thomas Seyfried | EP 36 1:11:45

2M ago1:11:45

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Is Sugar Feeding Your Cancer? Discover how a simple shift in your diet and metabolism could render cancer and chronic disease powerless. In this episode Dr. Katie Deming brings an intriguing conversation with Dr. Thomas Seyfried, a renowned biology professor at Boston College and author of "Cancer as a Metabolic Disease." Dr. Seyfried challenges th…

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Ep. 444 Contemplative Practices for Death and Grief with Sensei Koshin Paley Ellison 1:03:52

2M ago1:03:52

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Learn about contemplative practices for medical providers offered by the NY Zen Center for Contemplative Care. My guest Koshin Paley Ellison is an author, Zen teacher, and Jungian psychotherapist. He co-founded the New York Zen Center for Contemplative Care, which offers contemplative approaches to care through education, personal caregiving, and Z…

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A Setback is a SetUp for a Comeback! 16:38

2M ago16:38

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Life, with its unpredictable twists and turns, can sometimes knock us off our feet. But what if we told you that these setbacks are not the end, but rather the beginning of something greater? In this episode of the MD and Chef Team Show, Chef Michael and Dr. Isabel guides you through the transformation of life's hardest hits into your greatest triu…

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Dr. Gerald Pollack on How Exclusion Zone (EZ) Water Could Be the Future in Cancer Treatment | EP 35 1:06:27

2M ago1:06:27

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What Role is Structured Water Playing in Treating Chronic Diseases? Join Dr. Katie Deming for an enlightening conversation with Professor Gerald Pollack from the University of Washington, a renowned researcher and author of 'The Fourth Phase of Water.' His groundbreaking research not only reshapes our understanding of water's role in biology and me…

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Ep. 443 Combatting Social Isolation: An Intergenerational Approach with Jeremy Holloway PhD 1:05:08

2M ago1:05:08

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Learn how an innovative curriculum is tackling loneliness and social isolation in older adults and bridging the generation gap. My guest Dr. Jeremy Holloway is Assistant Professor and Director of Geriatric Education at the University of North Dakota. He discusses his research which focuses on the social determinants of health, specifically self-eff…

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My Path to Integrative Oncology: Bridging Western Medicine and Holistic Health | EP 33 39:04

2M ago39:04

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What's the True Power of a Holistic Healing Approach? In our previous episode, we peeled back the layers of Dr. Katie Deming's life, revealing a series of deeply personal trials, from a profound shared death experience to the resilience found in solitude and reflection. Now, we turn the page to the next chapter, where Dr. Deming, armed with her own…

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Decoding the Science of Water Within Your Cells in Healing and Preventing Cancer | EP 34 26:15

2M ago26:15

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What Does the Fourth Phase of Water Have to Do with Your Health? This enlightening episode is not about the water you drink, but an exploration into the water within you and its profound role in your physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being. Host, Dr. Katie Deming M.D. recounts the intriguing tale of a fit professional cyclist diagnosed…

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Why I Left Western Medicine After a Shared Death Experience | EP 32 46:33

2M ago46:33

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Is the Health of Our Society Getting Better or Worse? I'm joined by my dear friend, Sonya, and together, we dive deep into my own experience in the past year and moments that defy logical explanation but have truly changed me. These experiences led to a new understanding of my purpose and a growing disillusionment with Western medicine. We explore …

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Ep. 442 When You Die Project: Raising Death Awareness with Johanna Lunn 1:03:33

2M ago1:03:33

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Learn about a trilogy of documentary films that inform and inspire conversations about death, dying and the afterlife. My guest Johanna Lunn is an award-winning producer, director, and writer, who has crafted many compelling, entertaining, and profoundly thought-provoking programs during her 20+ years in the business. She is the director and produc…

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Now, How Do I Change Habits? 16:20

3M ago16:20

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Are you stuck in a rut, clinging to habits that no longer serve you? In this episode of the MD and Chef Team Show, join Chef Michael and Dr. Isabel as they traverse the bumpy landscape of habit formation, revealing the tools and mindset necessary for rewiring our daily routines. Listen as they embark on the 63-day challenge to lasting change with a…

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How To Be a Supportive Caregiver Through the Cancer Healing Journey | Bonus Episode 55:15

3M ago55:15

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Wondering How to Navigate the Complex Emotions and Decisions Involved When a Loved One Faces Cancer? This week's Bonus episode is a rerelease of a conversation Dr. Katie Deming M.D. had on the Compliance Guy Podcast. You'll gain valuable tips on fostering positive communication, understanding the significant role of empathy, and the importance of a…

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Ep. 441 The Doula Took Kit: A Guide for EOL Doulas with Diane Button, Gabby Elise Jimenez, and Angela Shook 1:08:41

2M ago1:08:41

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Learn about a helpful new tool kit that’s not just for end-of-life doulas but can benefit anyone who cares for others at the end of life. My three guests this week, Diane Button, Gabby Elise Jimenez, and Angela Shook, are all end-of-life doulas who have teamed up to create a helpful guidebook for other doulas: The Doula Tool Kit: The Complete Pract…

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Trailer for Born to Heal with Dr. Katie Deming M.D. | Integrative Oncologist 1:13

3M ago1:13

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Welcome to 'Born to Heal' Hello, it’s Dr. Katie Deming and for close to two decades I served as a Radiation Oncologist and healthcare leader, deeply rooted in the world of western medicine. But after caring for thousands of patients, I realized that our healthcare system often hinders true healing. So every Tuesday, I, along with my guests, will sh…

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Ep. 440 Nights of Grief and Mystery with Stephen Jenkinson 1:06:54

3M ago1:06:54

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Enjoy this deep and soulful conversation with “The Griefwalker” Stephen Jenkinson. My guest Stephen Jenkinson is the author of the award-winning book Die Wise: A Manifesto for Sanity and Soul and the creator and principal instructor of the Orphan Wisdom School. He discusses the Nights of Grief and Mystery project, which he created with singer/songw…

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Ep. 439 Medical Aid in Dying: A Chaplain’s Perspective with Rev. Dr. Terri Daniel 1:06:11

3M ago1:06:11

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Learn how hospice chaplains can offer support to people who choose medical aid in dying. My guest Dr. Terri Daniel is an inter-spiritual hospice chaplain, end-of-life educator, and grief counselor, who is the author of four books on death, grief and the afterlife, and a frequent guest on the podcast. Today Terri and I talk about medical aid in dyin…

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Your Starting Point for 2024 17:32

3M ago17:32

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Ever found yourself at a crossroads, unsure of how to move from where you are to where you want to be? Kick off 2024 with season five of the MD and Chef Team show as Chef Michael and Dr. Isabel share valuable perspectives on the significance of identifying your starting point "Point A" as the foundation for plotting a course to your desired "Point …

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Ep. 438 How to Choose the Best Hospice for Your Loved One with Barbara Karnes RN 57:49

3M ago57:49

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Learn tips for choosing the best hospice and asking all the right questions. This week I welcome back my recurring guest Barbara Karnes RN, hospice nurse, author, speaker, thought leader and expert on end-of-life care. She is the author of ‘the little blue hospice book, Gone from My Sight and the recently published By Your Side: A Guide for Caring …

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Ep. 437 Holding Space for Birth and Death with Amy Wright Glenn 1:00:17

4M ago1:00:17

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Learn what it actually means to “hold space” for others during times of challenge. My guest Amy Wright Glenn is a Kripalu Yoga teacher, birth and death doula, hospital chaplain, and prenatal yoga and wellness instructor. She is the founder of the Institute for the study of Birth, Breath, and Death, known for its teacher training programs. Amy is th…

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BONUS: Casting Call for Docuseries on Grief with Kim Clevenger 8:21

3M ago8:21

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In this special brief episode I’m bringing you an invitation from casting director Kim Clevenger to contact her about appearing in a new docuseries on grief and loss. She is looking for people experiencing grief over any type of loss who are willing to share their journey with others in this series. In the recording she explains a bit about the sho…

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Ep. 436 Highlights of 2023: The Best of the Best with Karen Wyatt MD 54:21

4M ago54:21

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Find out what you may have missed in 2023 if you haven’t listened to every episode! In this solo episode I recap some of the episodes of this podcast that had the greatest impact on me personally and professionally! All of the interviews from 2023 were fantastic but if you missed any of these be sure to take a listen! Thanks for your support this y…

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Ep. 435 Home Funerals as an Option After Death with Jerrigrace Lyons 1:00:43

4M ago1:00:43

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Learn how to create a home funeral ceremony that can honor and celebrate the life of a loved one. My guest for this interview from the archives is Jerrigrace Lyons, founder of Final Passages, where she offers training for death doulas and home funeral guides. She shares the beauty of a home funeral and describes step-by-step how to honor a loved on…

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The Progression of Disease 22:50

4M ago22:50

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Have you ever paused to consider that the power to redefine your health could lie in your very next meal, your sleep tonight, or how you manage stress? In this episode of the MD and Chef Team Show, join Dr. Isabel and Chef Michael as they unravel the tangled web where genetics meet lifestyle, revealing that chronic conditions like high blood pressu…

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Ep. 434 Life-Cycle Celebrants® and Ceremonies for Life’s Transitions with Charlotte Eulette 59:41

4M ago59:41

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Learn how celebrants co-create ceremonies to help people navigate the milestones of life. My guest for this interview from the archives is Charlotte Eulette is the International Director of the non-profit educational organization Celebrant Foundation and Institute. The foundation certifies and trains people to become ritual experts who create cerem…

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Ep. 433 Medical Aid in Dying: A Physician’s Perspective with Dr. Bob Uslander 1:05:32

4M ago1:05:32

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Learn about a unique medical practice that focuses on end-of-life issues for patients including medical aid in dying. My guest Dr. Bob Uslander is an emergency medicine physician whose career evolved toward caring for the elderly and those facing the end of their lives. He created a novel approach to end-of-life care called Empowered Endings with h…

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5 Healthy Holiday Survival Tips 20:52

5M ago20:52

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Imagine a holiday season that doesn't make you feel guilty for indulging or make you fear the prospect of stepping on the scale come January. In this episode of the MD and Chef Team Show, Dr. Isabel and Chef Michael are here to offer you five practical strategies for a guilt-free holiday, and even help you bounce back with vigor in the New Year. Th…

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Ep. 432 Soul Contracts Between Humans and Their Pets with Danielle MacKinnon 52:25

5M ago52:25

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Learn how this animal communicator connects with animals before and after death and the lessons we can learn from our animal companions. My guest Danielle MacKinnon is an animal communicator who has been connecting intuitively with animals and pets for all of her life. She shares her experiences learning from animals and discovering that they are s…

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What to do when anxiety knocks? 28:48

5M ago28:48

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Ever felt the creeping tendrils of anxiety coil around you due to marital issues, financial woes, or even worries about your children? In this episode of the MD and Chef Team Show, join Dr. Isabel and Chef Michael as they grapple with these universal experiences and navigate the unexpected challenges of life and their impact on our mental well-bein…

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Ep. 431 “No Story Lost”: Preserving Meaning and Memories with Andrew Hall 48:04

5M ago48:04

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Learn about a service to create a beautiful “coffee table book” to preserve the cherished stories of a loved one. My guest Andrew Hall is the co-founder of “No Story Lost” – a service to help families capture their loved one’s stories and photos into a beautiful print memoir book. He’ll discuss the value of preserving memories, both before and afte…

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Why is Consistency so Important to Brain Health? 14:09

5M ago14:09

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Consistency creates momentum and routine. This statement holds true in various aspects of life, including personal relationships, health, and overall success. In this episode of the MD and Chef Team Show, Dr. Isabel and Chef Michael discuss the importance of consistency for brain health. They emphasize the 80-20 rule, encouraging listeners to striv…

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Ep. 430 Workplace Bereavement: Education for Employers with Mekel Harris PhD and Janet Gwilliam-Wright 58:07

5M ago58:07

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Learn about a project to train organizations and employers to provide better support for their employees who are grieving. This week I’m hosting two guests who have teamed up to address the issue of bereavement in the workplace. Mekel Harris PhD is a licensed psychologist who specializes in coping and adjustment to acute and chronic illness, grief …

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The Season of Anticipation 15:24

5M ago15:24

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In order to achieve our goals, we have to embrace change and become the person we need to be. This season of anticipation is an exciting time of growth and transformation. In the latest episode of the MD and Chef Team Show, Dr. Isabel and Chef Michael delve into the concept of the "Season of Anticipation." Drawing from their own personal experience…

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