SUE BUSHELL: YOGA FOR ANYONE & CULTIVATING THE BEGINNER'S MIND: EP. 275
THE EXPLODING HUMAN with Bob Nickman
Release Date: 06/15/2025
BRAD PITZELE: EXERCISE WITH OXYGEN THERAPY )EWOT): EP. 287
THE EXPLODING HUMAN with Bob Nickman
After suffering for years with strange medical conditions, BRAD PITZELE was diagnosed with autoimmune arthritis in 2010 and malignant melanoma in 2014. Concerned that his treatments increased cancer risk, he began searching for a safer, more holistic path. Further testing revealed he also had Lyme disease and Bartonella. As his condition worsened—with debilitating fatigue, brain fog, and mobility loss—Brad sought alternatives. In 2016, his doctor recommended hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) or exercise with oxygen therapy (EWOT).Brad chose EWOT, but dissatisfied with what was on the...
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ELLIOTT JUSTIN, MD: SEX TECH: EP. 286
THE EXPLODING HUMAN with Bob Nickman
R. ELLIOTT JUSTIN,, MD, is the CEO and Founder of FirmTech, and an acclaimed expert in the rapidly evolving sextech and wearables industry, with a unique focus on the intersection of sexual and cardiac health. Elliott offers invaluable insights into how recent innovations in sextech can improve their sexual health—and, by extension, their cardiac health—potentially saving their lives. Driven by technological advancements and a growing emphasis on sexual wellness, the sextech market has exploded on a global scale in recent years. The wearables category has arguably seen...
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JOE SMARRO: HOW A COP PRACTICES EMPATHY, UNDERSTANDING & DEESCALATION: EP. 285
THE EXPLODING HUMAN with Bob Nickman
JOE SMARRO, a Marine Corps veteran, former police officer, and nationally recognized mental health advocate who is transforming crisis intervention and suicide prevention—especially for first responders. Joe co-founded the San Antonio Police Department’s Mental Health Unit, reshaping how law enforcement handles mental health crises with empathy, connection, and calm solutions. His groundbreaking work has been featured in the Emmy-winning HBO documentary Ernie & Joe: Crisis Cops and his TEDx talk, I See You, has inspired thousands. Now, as the founder of , Joe trains organizations,...
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ZACH BEACH: LOVE & SUFFERING: EP. 284
THE EXPLODING HUMAN with Bob Nickman
ZACH BEACH, MA is committed to building a world based on love and connection. For over ten years, he has been travelling the world teaching love in the form of yoga, meditation, writing, poetry, and coaching. He is the host of the weekly Learn to Love Podcast, which features therapists, coaches, authors, and educators, and has reached hundreds of thousands of listeners across over 100 countries. He founded The Heart Centre Love School, which hosts compassion cultivation trainings and other workshops. Zach's formal education includes an M.A. in East-West Psychology from the California Institute...
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DOUG BERTRAM: USE STRESS TO YOUR ADVANTAGE: EP. 283
THE EXPLODING HUMAN with Bob Nickman
DOUG BERTRAM has been successfully treating patients for over 27 years via a combination of Chinese Medicine and manual therapy. As a self-described "nerd of human connective tissue," he uses his immense knowledge of the body's movements to help people prevent future injury, increase athletic perfomance and imporve day-to-day mobility.We talk about stress, the importance of the fascia system in the body, meditation, lifetstyle and how we view time. He has created a powerful app to assist in knowledge of the body's structure with tips and exercises for self-healing. Please check...
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GEOFF THOMPSON: 99 REASONS TO FORGIVE: EP. 282
THE EXPLODING HUMAN with Bob Nickman
GEOFF THOMPSON is a BAFTA-winning screenwriter, penning multi-award-winning films for luminaries such as Ray Winstone and Orlando Bloom. Geoff is also among the world’s highest-ranking self-defence and martial arts instructors. Geoff was sexually abused at the tender age of 11 by a trusted and beloved teacher. By the time he was 30 years old, he was unconsciously displacing his rage into violence, sexual self-harm and long bouts of debilitating depression. In this deeply empirical study, Thompson reveals the true definition and the incredible power of forgiveness, clearly...
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MELISSA CANO: BIOPRODUCTS & "CHASING AWE" EP. 281
THE EXPLODING HUMAN with Bob Nickman
MELISSA CANO is a biochemist and molecular biologist with a passion for cellular metabolism and biotechnology. Over the past 15 years in academic R&D, she has focused on developing innovative and sustainable bioproducts. Now, as Director of Science at Longevity Labs, she leads global research collaborations and drives innovation to translate cutting-edge science into practical solutions for health and longevity. We talk about longevity, healthspan, fasting, the benefits of spermidine, and both the microscopic & expansive universe and “chasing awe.”
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MALITTA SEAMON: ARE YOU RUNNING ON EMPTY?: EP. 280
THE EXPLODING HUMAN with Bob Nickman
MALITTA SEAMON is the author of “”, a business strategist, coach, author, speaker, and trusted adviser to CEOs, C-suite executives and leaders. She co-founded Inbound Leadership to help unlock untapped potential for greater impact by fostering safe spaces for leaders to reflect, be vulnerable, a=]d grow—her true passion. Malitta says,“When women feel drained at work or at home, we often blame ourselves for taking on too much or not finding “balance.” But what if the real reason we’re running on empty is that we’re constantly contorting ourselves—shrinking, bending,...
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TAM SMITH: FERTILITY, JU-JU MAMAS & SPIRIT BABIES: EP.279
THE EXPLODING HUMAN with Bob Nickman
TAM SMITH aka Tam Inspires. is a trusted advocate, guiding BIPOC women in their 30s and 40s on transformative fertility journeys. Her unique approach connects spirit babies and guides, dismantles blockages, and addresses all aspects of fertility with a deeply spiritual perspective. What sets her apart is her unwavering dedication to empowering women of color, creating a safe space where their experiences are understood and validated. She discusses the process of breaking down barriers and "Empowering Black Women on their Fertility Journeys." We talk about the powerful...
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KATHRYN FORD, MD: FINDING JOY & CONNECTION IN YOUR RELATIONSHIP: EP. 278
THE EXPLODING HUMAN with Bob Nickman
DR. KATHRYN FORD, MD, is a renowned couples therapist and psychiatrist. She is about to release a new book, , which provides a radically simple framework to guide couples out of crisis, and into lasting joy and connection. We talk about: -What The Aperture Effect is and how we can all use it to benefit our relationships -Feeling disconnected? How to find joy and closeness again -Tough conversations made easier—dos and don’ts for sensitive topics -Three essential tools for getting through any relationship challenge -Can people really change? What every couple...
info_outlineSUE BUSHELL is a multi-award-winning writer transformed by over 25 years of dedicated yoga practice. Her exploration of this ancient discipline has shaped her understanding of wellness, spirituality, and extensive contributions to the media and publication industries. We talk about her new book, “Radiant Bliss” which offers a holistic approach to yoga, covering not just physical postures but also mental and spiritual practices. She also talks about the power of cultivating “the beginner’s mind.”
Beyond personal practice, Sue has completed rigorous training, including a three-year Ashtanga yoga teacher program and intensive studies at the Hard Light Meditation Centre. These experiences ground her approach in both tradition and contemporary wisdom.
Dru Yoga, a dynamic and holistic style with roots in Gandhian philosophy, has been her focus for the past 15 years. Sue is a certified Dru Yoga and Meditation teacher, specializing in Kids and Teens, with advanced studies in Post Graduate Mastery and Steps to Enlightenment. Sue discusses:
Core Themes of Transformation and Wellness, such as personal transformation, wellness, and how yoga can be a tool for profound life changes.
Yoga and Modern Life: EShe explores the book addresses the challenges of modern life and how yoga can be integrated into busy schedules to promote mental and physical health.
Scientific Insights: We talk about the research and scientific studies that back the yoga practices emphasizing the benefits proven by science.
Holistic Approach to Yoga: Personal Stories or Case Studies: roup.
Yoga for Mental Health and Tips for Integrating Yoga into Daily Life:
Radiant Bliss also extends beyond the physical, unveiling yoga's profoundly spiritual heart - the sacred dance of dynamic movement and soul-pervading stillness. You’ll harmonize your life’s trajectory through teachings on ethical principles, breathwork, and more.
www.radiantbliss.yoga