288: Resiliency Radio with Dr. Jill: When Trauma Gets Into Your Genes with Dr. Olga Stevko
Resiliency Radio with Dr. Jill Carnahan, MD
Release Date: 11/20/2025
313: Resiliency Radio with Dr. Jill: Neuroplasticity and Resilience: Breaking Free from Trauma and Chronic Illness with Ashleigh Di Lello
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312: Resiliency Radio with Dr. Jill: Mold Illness & Complex Chronic Disease with Dr. Kelly McCann
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311: Resiliency Radio with Dr. Jill: Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals & Hormone Health
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310: Resiliency Radio with Dr. Jill: Getting to The Root Cause of IBS with Dr. Izabella Wentz
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309: Resiliency Radio with Dr. Jill: Long COVID and The Rise of Autoimmunity with Dr. Aristo Vojdani
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In this episode of Resiliency Radio with Dr. Jill, Dr. Jill Carnahan explores the complex and rapidly evolving science behind Long COVID and autoimmune disease with Dr. Aristo Vojdani, a leading expert in immunology and functional medicine. Dr. Vojdani shares decades of groundbreaking research into how the immune system becomes dysregulated, revealing how infections, environmental toxins, and food antigens can trigger autoimmune reactions through mechanisms like molecular mimicry and gut permeability. The conversation dives deep into how SARS-CoV-2, Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV), and HHV6...
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308: Resiliency Radio with Dr. Jill: The Inflamed Brain – How Mold and Infections Trigger Chronic Illness
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In this episode of Resiliency Radio with Dr. Jill, Dr. Jill Carnahan explores the growing science behind brain inflammation and its connection to chronic illness with Dr. Eboni Cornish. Dr. Cornish, Associate Medical Director at Amen Clinics and Treasurer of the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society, shares how underlying inflammation in the brain can drive symptoms often labeled as psychiatric, neurological, or behavioral conditions. Together, they discuss how mold toxicity, chronic infections, gut dysfunction, hormone imbalances, and environmental toxins can disrupt brain health...
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307: Resiliency Radio with Dr. Jill: Hormones, Peptides and Performance with Dr. Gordon Crozier
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306: Resiliency Radio with Dr. Jill: Connection & Innovation for Resilience w/ Beth Benatti Kennedy
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305: Resiliency Radio with Dr. Jill – Toxic Mold Revisited: Mold & the Highly Sensitive Patient with Dr. Neil Nathan
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304: Resiliency Radio with Dr. Jill – Restless Legs Syndrome Breakthroughs: Nerve Compression and New Treatments
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info_outlineIn this fascinating and deeply healing episode of Resiliency Radio, Dr. Jill Carnahan welcomes back Dr. Olga Stevko, five years after her first appearance, to explore one of the most profound topics in neuroscience and healing — transgenerational trauma and how trauma can literally get into your genes.
🔑 KEY DISCUSSIONS:
① Understanding Transgenerational Trauma: Dr. Olga explains the concept of transgenerational trauma and its impact on individuals. Discussion on how trauma can be passed down through generations, affecting both mental and physical health.
① Physiological and Psychological Effects: The conversation covers how unresolved trauma can lead to conditions like autoimmunity and cognitive dysfunction. Dr. Olga highlights the role of the unconscious mind and its connection to the autonomic nervous system.
③ Perception and Trauma: The episode delves into how trauma influences perception, leading to issues like low self-esteem and impostor syndrome. The importance of perception in shaping one's reality and the impact of generational trauma on self-worth.
④ Healing and Connection: Dr. Jill and Dr. Olga discuss the importance of human connection and relationships in healing from trauma. Emphasis on the role of awareness and understanding in resolving unconscious patterns.
⑤ Practical Insights: Dr. Olga shares insights into identifying and resolving unconscious patterns through a multi-step process. The episode concludes with encouragement for listeners to explore their own unconscious patterns and seek healing.
🔑 KEY TAKEAWAYS:
📌 Transgenerational trauma can have profound effects on both mental and physical health.
📌 Healing involves understanding and resolving unconscious patterns, often rooted in past trauma.
📌 Human connection and relationships are vital components of the healing process.
📌Awareness is the first step towards resolving trauma and achieving personal growth.
🔑 CONCLUSION:
The episode provides valuable insights into the nature of trauma and the pathways to healing, encouraging listeners to reflect on their own experiences and seek support where needed.
👩⚕️ About Dr. Olga Stevko
Dr. Olga Stevko, MD (Russia), is a world-renowned expert in transforming unconscious programs that stem from trauma, stress, and transgenerational inheritance. With a background in medicine, neuroscience, and mind-body transformation, Dr. Olga has helped countless individuals overcome chronic health conditions, anxiety, and emotional blocks by resolving trauma at its root. Her unique methodology reprograms the nervous system to restore balance, confidence, and vitality.
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