Wise Traditions
The Wise Traditions podcast is for those who seek optimal health, based on ancient wisdom. We believe that vibrant health cannot be cultivated in a lab, engineered through modern technology or found through “improving” nature. On the contrary, “life in all its fullness is mother nature obeyed,” as Dr. Price put it. We thrive when we live as our ancestors did, and we can look to the past for clues on how to go about it. This show, sponsored by the Weston A. Price Foundation, is an invitation to follow ancient health ways and to embrace alternative healing modalities to live our best lives. Our host, Hilda Labrada Gore, known as Holistic Hilda, interviews experts on a wide variety of topics—ranging from nutrient-dense foods to improving mental health to homesteading to detoxing to healing emotional trauma to the power of sunshine and mitigating EMFs. Every episode offers the listener a new (ancient) way to heal, grow, and live a happy life, brimming with vitality.
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501: Motherhood: From Toddlers to Teens: How to Nourish Your Kids from Pre-conception through Picky Stages, Peer Pressure, and Everything In-Between
11/18/2024
501: Motherhood: From Toddlers to Teens: How to Nourish Your Kids from Pre-conception through Picky Stages, Peer Pressure, and Everything In-Between
How important is it to feed your family organic food? Is baby-led weaning a good idea? Should you give in to your picky eaters' preferences? And how do you equip your teens to make better nutritional choices when they're away from home? Recorded LIVE at the Wise Traditions Conference in Orlando, a team of experts addresses all of the above. They share insights on fertility, conception, and the power of nutrient-dense traditional diets in promoting health across generations. They share stories about the importance of organic food for avoiding glyphosate, including organ meats for overcoming infertility, and how to nourish your family deeply, even on a budget. Whether you have a family, or hope to have one someday, this panel provides insights for nourishing deeply. Connect with our guests: Zen Honeycutt - Pam Schoenfeld - Sandrine Perez - and Christine Muldoon - Sally Fallon Morell - Subscribe to Wise Traditions on Check out our sponsors and Key Takeaways: Family Food Values Importance of Feeding Families Organic Food Managing Picky Eaters and Benefits of Baby-Led Weaning Nourishing Children, Enhancing Fertility, Preparing for Conception Nutrient-Dense Foods for Preconception Episode Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 00:28 - Baby-Led Weaning Benefits Explored by Experts 06:31 - Importance of Nutrient-Dense Foods for Fertility and Pregnancy 13:20 - Debunking Misconceptions: The Nutritional Value of Eggs 17:34 - Organic Foods: Reducing Harmful Chemical Exposure 24:59 - Strategies for Nourishing Picky Eaters 29:13 - Nutritional Testing and Role Modeling Healthy Eating 36:41 - Optimal Carnivore and Chromalux: Nature-Inspired Solutions 40:01 - Supporting Development Through Early Introduction of Solids 48:33 - Dietary Adjustments Enhancing Baby Growth 53:00 - Sensory Food Experiences for Healthy Baby Development 57:38 - Dissecting Baby-Led Weaning Strategies and Caregiver Bonding 59:57 - Vital Nutrients: Vitamin A from Liver, Eggs, and Cod Oil 01:06:05 - Choosing Empowerment, Courage, and Creativity 01:14:04 - Outro Quote of the Episode: "Regular picky eating is a natural phase in a child's development that all kids experience.They will outgrow it with time."— Christine Muldoon "During the break between pregnancies, it's essential for a woman to rebuild her nutritional stores and avoid breastfeeding while pregnant."—Sandrine Perez "Just do the work, and even if the children don't eat it all the time, remember that you're doing what's best for them."—Pam Schoenfeld
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500: Fatigue, Eczema, Chronic Strep, and Weight Issues: All Resolved By Real Food
11/11/2024
500: Fatigue, Eczema, Chronic Strep, and Weight Issues: All Resolved By Real Food
To celebrate this milestone epsiode, we are sharing sotries from guests who have resolved health challenges thanks to nutrient-rich diets and traditional wisdom. You'll hear from Saritah on addressing military-related weight issues with keto principles and nutrient-rich foods; Corey Dunn on managing her child's severe eczema by eliminating gluten and dairy; and Janine Farzin on revitalizing her diet with sacred foods high in fat-soluble vitamins. Medea Galligan breaks down the importance of fermented soy products and the pitfalls of non-fermented soy, while Erin Meschke recounts her recovery from a challenging childhood through dietary changes. Finally, Kristen Files shares how living foods rejuvenated her energy levels. They each offer practical tips, along with captivating stories and insights into traditional dietary practices. Guest websites include: Saritah - Corey Dunn - Janine Farzin - Kristen Files - Erin Meschke - Become a (using the code pod10) Find your local chapter leader on our website: Check out our sponsors and Key Takeaways: Principles of the Weston A. Price Foundation Nutrient-Dense Foods Cultural Practices and Modern Diets Overcoming Health Issues with Food Breastfeeding and Early Nutrition Holistic Approach to Wellness Episode Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 00:43 - Weight Struggles and Keto Diet Discoveries 04:09 - Transitioning to a Nutrient-Rich Diet with Organ Capsules 07:47 - Benefits of Frozen Liver Pills and Fermented Cod Oil 10:16 - Health Issues Arising from a Strict Low-Fat Diet 13:02 - Challenges of Eating Liver and Unpleasant Tastes 17:19 - PaleoValley Beef Sticks: Sustainable and Nutritious 19:48 - Eco-Friendly US-Made Natural Fiber Sheets at a Discount 23:41 - Overcoming Struggles and Finding Healing Through Food 27:43 - Health Tips Recommended by Podcast Guests 31:06 - The Foundational Role of Nutrition in Wellness 33:29 - Life-Changing Spanish Podcast for Families 37:40 - Outro Quotes of the Episode: "Check your shelf, find what doesn't nourish or serve you, toss it out. Refresh your choices!"— Saritah "I say taking ownership of your health means incorporating living foods like ferments, raw milk, and quality meats. Focus on what you can add to your diet first." — Kristen Files "When you cook at home, you select the ingredients. It's simple to avoid things not in line with your values."— Corey Dunn "Muscle meat isn't enough. Balance it with connective tissue, amino acids from organ meats and bones. Support local farmers for deep nourishment."— Janine Farzin "Discover your leader. Dive into the world of real food, fermentation, and bone broth. Elevate well-being, nurture your body, and witness self-healing." — Medea Galligan
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499: Are Oysters The Ultimate Superfood? with Stephen Kavanagh
11/04/2024
499: Are Oysters The Ultimate Superfood? with Stephen Kavanagh
Oysters are a nutrient-rich powerhouse for the body--excellent for cognitive function, the immune system and even boosting mood. Why does liver get all the hype and press?! Stephen Kavanagh of Marine Health Foods, a marine biologist with over 30 years of experience explains why we can look to oysters for TONS of good stuff like zinc, protein, selenium, and more and what these can do for us. Stephen also expands on how unique oysters are, how good they are for the ocean, and what we can do to avoid overfishing them. Connect with and learn more about Subscribe to Wise Traditions on Check out our sponsors and Key Takeaways: Discussion on Mineral Deficiency and Obesity in Ireland Significance of Oysters as a Superfood Historical Consumption and Nutritional Value of Oysters Oyster Overfishing and Restoration Efforts Nutritional Content and Health Benefits of Oysters Impact of Modern Agriculture on Soil Depletion Environmental Importance of Oysters and Aquaculture Importance of Zinc Supplementation and Absorption Eye Health Considerations and Benefits of Oystermax Supplements Episode Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 04:23 - Importance of Natural Nutrient Synergy for Well-Being 07:17 - Selenium Deficiency Linked to Intense Agricultural Methods 11:17 - Hindered by Processed Diets: Appreciating Nutrient-Rich Oysters 14:43 - Sustainable Oyster Fishery Model in Ireland's Final Stand 22:19 - Discover Discounts on Tallow Skincare and New Biology Practices 23:23 - Personalized Wellness Services at Holistic Health Clinic 27:49 - Plant Analogies to Anatomy, Beneficial Nutrients like Walnuts 30:49 - Vegans Recommended Oysters for Zinc and B12 Benefits 33:30 - Enhanced Zinc Absorption with Oyster Extract Aid 38:15 - Embrace Transformation from Irritation to Beauty, a Lesson from Oysters 40:16 - Delve into Health Resources Offered by Weston A. Price Foundation 40:50 - Outro Quote of the Episode: "People linked walnuts to brain health due to their appearance. Now, we recognize their richness in omega 3s actually supports brain function." — Stephen Kavanagh "Oyster consumption or oyster extract proved effective in absorbing zinc, resolving the deficiency."— Stephen Kavanagh
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498: The “Tweakable” Wise Traditions Diet: Making an Ancestral Diet Work for You with Sally Fallon Morell
10/28/2024
498: The “Tweakable” Wise Traditions Diet: Making an Ancestral Diet Work for You with Sally Fallon Morell
How much fat should you eat? What about salt? And broth? Sally Fallon Morell, President and Founder of the Weston A. Price Foundation, goes over today the 11 Wise Traditions dietary principles. She emphasizes how these principles are based on healthy traditional eating practices observed around the world…and how we can apply them wherever we live today! She explains how these ancient practices are backed by science. She reviews the “sacred foods” of indigenous peoples and goes over why they were so revered. She concludes the overview with tips for eating in such a way that sugar cravings are reduced. Tune in for practical advice on enhancing your diet for optimal health, rooted in time-tested traditions. Check out Sally’s blog: Order conference presentations: Fleetwood Onsite - Visit our sponsors: and Key Takeaways: Principles of a Healthy Diet Food Preparation Techniques Nutritional Benefits of Animal Fats Nutrient-Dense Diets in Traditional Cultures Episode Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction 01:32 - Overview of Ancestral Eating Guidelines 04:45 - Assessing Dietary Needs Based on Ancestry 07:58 - What Teeth Can Tell Us About Nutritional History and Health 11:53 - Emphasizing Nutrient Density: The Importance of Mineral-Rich Diets 15:47 - The Rising Popularity of Lactofermentation in Health Diets 18:38 - Fermented Cod Liver Oil: A Nutrient-Rich Superfood 20:29 - Resolving Oatmeal Allergy and Granola Illness Through Soaking 23:29 - How Structured Water and Saturated Fats Can Protect Against EMF 26:47 - Cinamix's Role in Reducing Salt and Its Link to Obesity Risks 30:25 - Global Cultural Understanding of Nutrient Needs During Pregnancy 34:24 - The Importance of Iron in Exclusively Breastfed Infants 38:45 - Outro Quote of the Episode: "Transition from processed foods to real food, making gradual changes to adopt a nutrient-rich diet." — Sally Fallon Morell "Structured water in your body, supported by hydrophilic surfaces in cell membranes with saturated fat, enhances protection against EMF."—Sally Fallon Morell
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497: Workout Tips For Women: Cycle-Syncing, Cardio Vs. Resistance Training, & Reducing The Chance Of Injury With Kelsee Moore
10/21/2024
497: Workout Tips For Women: Cycle-Syncing, Cardio Vs. Resistance Training, & Reducing The Chance Of Injury With Kelsee Moore
Is it bad to not take a rest day? What are the red flags that you're over-training (or maybe under-training)? Should women cycle-sync their workouts? Is cardio important or should we just focus on resistance training? Kelsee Moore is a strength and conditioning coach, coaching the best and brightest athletes and military service members in NCAA Division I athletics and Air Force Special Warfare. Today, Kelsee tells us how to make the most of our workouts as women and she answers her most frequently asked questions like: How do we reduce our chances of injury? Should we rest our injuries or work through the pain? How quickly do we decondition if we take a break from training? What role does diet play? And what about rest? From her own experience as an athlete--running ultra-marathons and 50-mile races--and as a top-notch trainer who has worked with the best, Kelsee offers important insights and tips for training for optimal performance and health. Go to Kelsee's website: Register for the Wise Traditions conference at Check out our sponsors: and
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496: Put Your Cell Phone In Its Place: Strategies for Less Screen Time and More Real Life
10/14/2024
496: Put Your Cell Phone In Its Place: Strategies for Less Screen Time and More Real Life
How can we loosen the grip of our devices? Do we own them or do they own us? Joey Odom is the founder of ARO, a company committed to helping us spend less time on our phones. Too much screen time can have a negative impact on our psychological and physical health. Depression, suicidal ideation, and anxiety are real outcomes from investing too much time on social media. In some ways, our phones have become like pacifiers and comfort objects for many of us. Today, Joey offers numerous strategies for reclaiming our lives and releasing our phones. He shares his stop/start philosophy and guidelines we can use as families to rein in the time we spend on our devices. Visit Joey's website Register for the Wise Traditions conference at Check out our sponsors: and
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495: Reading The Ingredients Might Just Change Your Life with Gubba Homestead
10/14/2024
495: Reading The Ingredients Might Just Change Your Life with Gubba Homestead
Improved digestion. Clearer skin. Brain fog clearing up. These are some of the benefits of paying attention to the quality of ingredients that go into (and on) the body! Gubba Homestead, a leading figure in the homesteading and natural skincare community, experienced all of the above and then some. Her family’s health improved, too, as they began avoiding toxic chemicals and returning to more natural foods and products. Gubba tells her story today and also what led to her recent de-platforming on TikTok. (She was talking about the dangers of ingredients in sunscreen when her account was taken down.) She explains where her passion originated and why she won’t give up helping people uncover what’s in their food and skin care products. Finally, she also gets into what led her into homesteading and why she believes we can all become homesteaders in our own right (even if we live in the city)! Visit Gubba’s website: Register for the Wise Traditions conference at Find your local chapter leader at Check out our sponsors: and
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494: Know Your Crunchy Legal Rights with Julie Dean Richards
09/30/2024
494: Know Your Crunchy Legal Rights with Julie Dean Richards
Defend your right to drink raw milk, to buy food directly from your farmer and to keep your bodily autonomy! Julie Dean Richards, the Crunchy Legal Lady, helps us understand what our rights are when it comes to all of the above and then some. She goes over how to obtain a religious exemption to vaccinations, how to identify health practitioners who honor your right as a parent (so that your children will not have to get shots if you don't want them to). She discusses the Amos Miller case and Private Membership Agreements and whether or not they are helpful for protecting your rights to purchase food from the farmer of your choice. And last, but not least, Julie reminds us that we can be activists without ever turning up in a courtroom or at a protest at city hall. Visit Julie's website: Register for the Wise Traditions conference in Orlando at Check out our sponsors: and the
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493. Improving Fascia Function For Optimal Health with Elisha Celeste
09/23/2024
493. Improving Fascia Function For Optimal Health with Elisha Celeste
Fascia is a kind of "sensing organ" (connective tissue) that extends from the top of your head to the tip of your toes. How can we work with it, improve its suppleness, and benefit from its healing capabilities? Today, Elisha Celeste of the School for Living Science and the Human Freedom Project podcast, helps us wrap our minds around this mysterious, all-encompassing tissue. Elisha goes over the kinetic energies in nature and how they relate to how our bodies function, and consequently how our fascia acts and reacts to our environment. She offers tips for optimizing fascial health (like the importance of hydration for the fascia to work properly) while also reminding us that there is not one simple technique for healing that works for everybody. Elisha also busts common misconceptions around fascia and even fascial release. Visit Elisha's website for more information: Register for the Wise Traditions conference in Orlando at Check out our sponsors and
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RFID: A Livestock Surveillance System Poses a Threat to Food Freedom with John Moody
09/19/2024
RFID: A Livestock Surveillance System Poses a Threat to Food Freedom with John Moody
Radio Frequency ID (or RFID) has been presented as something of a modern-day branding system, allowing for the identification of cattle and other livestock on farms across the U.S. That sounds benign enough…until you realize that RFID is actually a livestock surveillance system that poses a threat to our farmers’ rights to raise their animals without government interference and may impinge on the free market relationship between farmers and consumers. John Moody, co-founder of the Rogue Food conferences, explains today exactly what’s at stake when it comes to legislation in the works for RFID (radio frequency ID). He starts with reviewing the history of legislators attempting to regulate how farmers manage livestock. He goes over the implications of RFID’s gathering data on the location of livestock as well as accessing their vaccination schedule and more. And the ways in which this slants the market in favor of bug-based food. He also explains why consumers should be concerned since even a private buying agreement doesn’t keep them unaffected by this initiative (should it pass). Finally he offers action steps we can take to prevent this Big Brother kind of governmental overreach related to our food freedom. Visit John's website: Become a Contact your and
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492: Is Harmony With Nature A Sustainable Farming Philosophy? with Molly Chester
09/16/2024
492: Is Harmony With Nature A Sustainable Farming Philosophy? with Molly Chester
Molly and John Chester set up Apricot Lane Farms (known as the Biggest Little Farm) with the intention of working in harmony with nature, while maximizing nutrients and flavor. Have they been successful? What has changed since the documentary came out five years ago featuring their farm? How has the farm grown and is it living up to its original goals? Molly Chester answers all of the questions above today, sharing insights on the biodynamic and harmonious philosophy behind their farm (that now has over 250 varieties of fruits and vegetables growing on the property)! She talks about how it has shaped her son...and her own life. She also answers the question about whether the biggest little farm is possibly too big now! Plus, Molly shares what's next for their biggest little farm. Check out Molly's website: Become a new member of the for only $25 (limited time offer) See our sponsors and
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491: Blowing The Lid Off Virology (Or Bird Flu Part 2) with Jamie Andrews
09/09/2024
491: Blowing The Lid Off Virology (Or Bird Flu Part 2) with Jamie Andrews
If the bird flu virus hasn't been isolated, why does it matter? What are the implications? Has any virus EVER been isolated? These are questions that have the potential to undermine our current understanding not only of viruses but of all sicknesses. Jamie Andrews is the Project Manager overseeing control studies to reexamine our understanding of virology. He addresses today the methodology for the new studies, the reason behind them, and what this has to do with our own personal approach to wellbeing and nurturing good health. Go to for more information Register for the in Orlando Check out our sponsors: and
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490: Bird Flu Facts: Its History and Use as a Tool to Instill Fear with Jacob Diaz
09/02/2024
490: Bird Flu Facts: Its History and Use as a Tool to Instill Fear with Jacob Diaz
What's the deal with bird flu? Is it actually something we should be worried about? What's the history of it? And why has there been a focus on it and why have millions of chickens been slaughtered because of it? Jacob Diaz, an independent researcher, explains today some of its history. He goes over what has happened this time around (and when initial bird flu "outbreaks" took place in the 2000s). He covers the flaws in the PCR testing and the logic of the supposed sickness and how the fear may be a tool to influence us to rely on Big Food and Big Pharma, rather than on independent small farmers and our own wherewithal for our health. Side note: Since this interview was recorded, the World Health Organization (WHO) has declared Monkeypox a “public health emergency of international concern.” We would put Monkeypox in the same category as the bird flu: a tool to instill fear and designed to coerce the public into getting unnecessary vaccines. Follow Jacob on Instagram: Register to attend the Check out our sponsors: and
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489: What To Do When Your Hormones Are Shot with Dr. Tami Meraglia
08/26/2024
489: What To Do When Your Hormones Are Shot with Dr. Tami Meraglia
If you feel worn out and wrecked, like your life and hormones are out of balance, you are not alone. It's a symptom a lot of us deal with, a common result of our 24/7 busy lifestyle. The good news is that you aren't stuck! There are some simple ways to get your life (and hormones) back on track! Dr. Tami Meraglia, author of "The Hormone Secret," offers insights on just that: how to regain hormonal balance and health. She discusses how women can naturally support their bodies before, during, and after menopause. She talks about testosterone (yes, women need this, too), thyroid health, and what inhibits its proper function. Finally, she reminds us that lab results on paper don't tell the whole story. Visit Dr. Tami's website: Check out the Weston A. Price Foundation's Become a of the Weston A. Price Foundation Check out our sponsors: and
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488: From Heart Attack To Healthy: The Power Of Structured Water In The Body
08/19/2024
488: From Heart Attack To Healthy: The Power Of Structured Water In The Body
Structured water is critical to good health. But what is it? How do we get more of it in the body? And can it really help us detox from disruptive ingredients in covid shots and other injections? And prevent or even help us heal after heart attacks? addresses all of the above in today's conversation. Stephen is the author of , and he has done a deep dive into what caused his own heart attack (at age 34!) and how to shore up health. He is convinced that it has everything to do with structured water (also called EZ or 4th phase water). Today he discusses how to create more of this critical water in the body and how it can help us not only detox from shots but heal and in the process, safeguard our health altogether. Visit Stephen's website: Register for our annual Wise Traditions conference here: Become a member of the Check out our sponsors: and
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487: Life (And Health) After Lucky Charms And TV Dinners
08/12/2024
487: Life (And Health) After Lucky Charms And TV Dinners
What did your childhood diet look like? Does it seem impossible to overcome? Take heart! Phoenix Be of Simply Grassfed had a shaky start too, filled with Lucky Charms and TV dinners. Today, he is a farmer, health and relationship coach, and an advocate for optimal health through a natural lifestyle and organic foods. In this episode, Phoenix shares his journey and emphasizes the importance of viewing food as our medicine. He discusses deceptive "greenwashing" labels that mislead the public into believing certain products are healthy and natural. Phoenix also reveals surprising processes that some organic meats undergo and explains why vaccines for both humans and cattle are, in his view, problematic. Visit Phoenix's websites: and . Register for the in Orlando, October 25-27, 2024. Check out our sponsors: and .
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486: Bread CAN Be Good For You
08/05/2024
486: Bread CAN Be Good For You
Why does bread get a bad rap? Maybe it's because we've forgotten how to prepare it the traditional way. Courtney Queen is a sourdough bread expert and the chef behind Butter for All (a recipe website) and today she explains how bread can be good for you, particularly when it's sourdough! Courtney goes over how to make it, what flour is best (most digestible and nutrient-rich), whether you need a starter or not to (a-hem) get started, and how entire civilizations have been built on grains and bread. Visit Courtney's website: Register for the in Orlando in October Check out our sponsors and
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485: Permaculture: Re-story Yourself To Restore The Land
07/29/2024
485: Permaculture: Re-story Yourself To Restore The Land
How can we better understand (and care for) the world around us? Be more in sync with nature? Become better attuned to what grows and lives in our own backyard? Permaculturist and author Ben Falk offers his candid thoughts on how to do just this. He starts with his own story, explaining how he went from "tree hugger" to where he is today (more than an "environmentalist" in the traditional sense of the word). He goes over the permaculture zones and other basics for how to best interact with our environment, reviews how to make the most of our resources (yes, even human "waste"), and ultimately how to collaborate with nature for a brighter future for all of us. Visit Ben's website: Find . Check out our sponsors: and .
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484: Redefining Farm-Raised Fish
07/22/2024
484: Redefining Farm-Raised Fish
What are our options when it comes to seafood? Farmed fish is often raised with antibiotics and even fed food coloring to dye its flesh to make it appear healthier. The process of wild-caught fish regularly leaves other sea creatures trapped in the nets, only to be discarded and wasted. Sustainable aquaculture shows us that there is a way to raise and harvest fish (and eat them) that is better for them, the environment, and our health! Ty Walker runs Smoke In Chimneys, a revitalized 1930s trout hatchery in Virginia, and today, he reveals what's possible when it comes to identifying and enjoying quality seafood. Today, Ty goes over what's going on with most farmed fish and industrial-scale wild fishing. He reveals issues with overfishing, the "fresh" label on our seafood, and microplastics in our oceans and fish. He points out that sustainable aquaculture is much like regenerative farming; it presents a sustainable and viable option that honors our environment and nurtures our well-being. Check out Ty's website Visit our website for more resources: and for information on raw milk Visit our sponsors: One Earth Health and Optimal Carnivore
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483: Must Health Be Sacrificed For Beauty?
07/15/2024
483: Must Health Be Sacrificed For Beauty?
How far do we have to go to be deemed "beautiful" by society's standards? Many end up losing their health as they put their bodies through extreme dieting and cosmetic surgery. It's actually possible to cultivate beauty naturally and preserve our health in the process! This is the outlook of Lauren Berlingeri, the co-founder of HigherDOSE. Lauren is a former model who has first-hand experience trying to jump through the hoops of looking "perfect". In today's candid conversation, Lauren shares how striving to achieve that standard wrecked her health, leaving her exhausted and with gut issues. She tells the story of how she ended up getting breast implants and why she later decided to have them removed. She goes over her new health regimen which includes sunlight, infrared sauna therapy, and more. She explains why she advocates for a more natural approach these days when it comes to beauty and cultivating well-being. Visit Lauren's website: Become a member of the . Check out our sponsors: and
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482: Overcome Your Fear Of Cholesterol with Dr. Cate Shanahan
07/08/2024
482: Overcome Your Fear Of Cholesterol with Dr. Cate Shanahan
When was cholesterol chosen to be the villain of good health? What is the history behind the campaign against cholesterol? , the author of "Deep Nutrition" and "Dark Calories", reviews the dark history of the misunderstanding related to this important nutrient. She discusses cholesterol's true (and important) role in hormone regulation and reducing oxidative stress. Cholesterol is so important, actually, that Cate suggests that we should celebrate when our cholesterol levels are high! Cate also answers the question: If cholesterol doesn't cause heart attacks, what does? Visit Cate's website: Get on the . Check out our sponsors: and !
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481: Help! I Have High Cholesterol with Dr. Tom Cowan
07/01/2024
481: Help! I Have High Cholesterol with Dr. Tom Cowan
The doctor looks you in the eye and says, "You have high cholesterol." Now what? Statins are not the answer! Not by a long shot! Dr. Tom Cowan of the New Biology Clinic reminds us that there is no correlation between high cholesterol and heart attacks, heart disease, or early death. He sheds light on the HDL/LDL ratio questions and suggests that cholesterol tests, in the first place, do not provide helpful data in any case. Find out what Tom recommends instead to maintain a healthy heart and a healthy lifestyle. Visit Dr. Cowan's website: Subscribe to this on your favorite podcast app Check out our sponsors: and
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480: Myths And Truths About Cholesterol with Sally Fallon Morell
06/24/2024
480: Myths And Truths About Cholesterol with Sally Fallon Morell
What's the truth about cholesterol? Are we more prone to heart attacks if we have high cholesterol? Does cholesterol and saturated fat clog arteries? Are cholesterol-lowering drugs helpful or doing more harm than good? Sally Fallon Morell, President of the Weston A. Price Foundation, today dispels myths and misconceptions related to cholesterol. She explains the vital role cholesterol plays in the body for the brain and nervous system. She goes over its antioxidant functions and its role in fighting infections and toxins. She even covers what may be leading to heart disease, since cholesterol is not to blame. Visit Sally's blog at Visit for information on raw milk Check out our sponsors: and
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479: Garden When You Don't Have a Clue, Don't Want to Use Pesticides, & Have No Green Thumb with Jill Ragan
06/17/2024
479: Garden When You Don't Have a Clue, Don't Want to Use Pesticides, & Have No Green Thumb with Jill Ragan
Do you have to be a good planner to start a garden? How can you avoid pests if you don't use pesticides? Are “companion” plants a thing? What plants are best near others? These are some of the questions addressed by Jill Ragan of Whispering Willow Farm in this week's podcast episode. Jill is the author of “,” and she has lots of ideas for how to get started gardening. She made plenty of mistakes that she openly shares so that we can learn from her and avoid duplicating the bad stuff. She offers ideas for both the beginner gardener and the one with more experience under their belt. Since Jill is a “market gardener,” she knows how to scale up and what works for gardeners with a lot of lands and those with very little. She covers the importance of practical space usage, why string trellises work better than plastic cages, and more. Visit Jill's website: Join the . Check out our sponsors: and the .
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478: Stay Out Of The Hospital
06/10/2024
478: Stay Out Of The Hospital
A hospital may very well be the last place to go if you want to stay well (and alive)! Did you know that medical malpractice is the third leading cause of death in the United States? The best thing to do is to steer clear of the hospital, whenever possible. Dr. Andrew Kaufman is a self-proclaimed "recovering physician" and skeptic of allopathic medicine. Today, he explains how to equip your household to avoid hospital visits and extended stays. He offers tips for building your home first aid kit and explains how even high fevers and appendicitis need not be cause for alarm (or a trip to the ER). He covers how to shore up your health, so the hospital needn't be your go-to, in the first place. He also describes just what to do if you do end up in the waiting room with a stack of papers to sign and a strong interest in protecting your medical freedom and sovereignty. Visit Andy's website for more info and resources: Become a member of the Check out our sponsors: and
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477: Get The Right Light
06/03/2024
477: Get The Right Light
LED lightbulbs. Flickering fluorescent bulbs. Laptops, iPads, smartphones. What is artificial light doing to our health? And can we mimic ancestral, healing light (like the light of fire or the sun) in our homes to mitigate the damage and/or boost our mood and wellbeing? Brian Hoyer of Shielded Healing is an expert on EMFs and the effect of light on our health. Today he gets specific about the damage our modern light can do to our health: from causing eye issues, to weight gain, to headache to lowering energy and melatonin production (needed for better sleep and improved digestion). He also goes over what we can do to improve our "light hygiene" at home to foster better health, improved energy levels and a more positive mood. Check out Brian's website: Subscribe (follow) this on your favorite podcast app See our sponsors: and
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Act Now to Defend Food Freedom with Congressman Thomas Massie
05/29/2024
Act Now to Defend Food Freedom with Congressman Thomas Massie
More and more people are discovering and enjoying raw milk. But it's still not legal in some states. And regulatory hoops hinder the small rancher and farmer when it comes to processing animals and selling their products to the consumer. How can we remove impediments so that consumers can buy the food they want from the provider they choose? And make it easier for providers to sell their products to said consumers without interference? In short, how do we defend our food freedom in the U.S.? Congressman Thomas Massie, the U.S. representative for Kentucky’s 4th district, addresses these questions on today's BONUS podcast episode. He offers insights on the raw milk landscape. And he also goes over the PRIME act, why he is backing it and what we can do to support this act’s inclusion in the Farm Bill through three simple phone calls (to our 2 senators and 1 representative) here in the United States. Visit Congressman Massie's website: Click to find your U.S. senator and to find your congressional representative Register for our Wise Traditions conference in October 2024 at Become a (and use code pod10)!
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476: Get Off The Therapeutic Treadmill
05/27/2024
476: Get Off The Therapeutic Treadmill
Are you playing health whack-a-mole? Heavy metals and mineral deficiency may be playing a key role in your health issues. Dr. Leland Stillman today invites us to take a look at what we have too much of in our bodies (like aluminum, lead, and copper) and what we're missing (like zinc). He also challenges us to understand how deep-seated the "root cause" of illness can be. And why it's not a great idea to randomly pop supplements at high doses for a long period of time. Visit Leland's website: Check out the See our sponsors: and
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475: Nurturing Our Sons
05/20/2024
475: Nurturing Our Sons
Normal boy behavior is too often pathologized and drugged and medicated. When our children "act out" or "act up," it doesn't mean that they have poor behavior, a learning disability or a mental illness. It actually indicates that they are in distress and it's up to us as adults to investigate the cause of the behavior and to attempt to meet their needs. Laurie A. Couture is a licensed mental health counselor and the author of "Instead of Medicating and Punishing" and "Nurturing and Empowering Our Sons." Today, she addresses the crisis our boys (and all of our children, really) are facing when it comes to physical and mental health. Laurie offers sound advice for supporting and nurturing our children through appropriate diet and attention. She makes specific recommendations for what foods to avoid to protect their health (like refined sugar and soy) and how to help them deal with trauma (like using protocols like EMDR, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing). Visit Laurie's website: Join the Check out our sponsors: and the
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474: Realize What's Happening In The Sky
05/13/2024
474: Realize What's Happening In The Sky
When you look up, you may see streaks or stripes in the sky that don't seem to dissipate, like contrails of the past. If you're concerned about what's happening in our sky and how it's impacting humanity, you're not alone. Matt Landman created the documentary "Frankenskies" to draw attention to weather modification, aerosol injections, and geoengineering programs that are affecting the health of the land, sky, and the people on this planet. On today's podcast, Matt goes over what first drew his attention to the matter and why he is so passionate about informing people about the spraying that has been ongoing and especially prevalent since 1992. He covers which chemicals are being sprayed and what they do to us. And he also explains why so many people deny this ongoing program and agenda that is jeopardizing our health and autonomy. Finally, he challenges us to begin taking our health into our own hands with simple steps that take us from consumerism to activism. Check out Matt's websites: , , Follow the Wise Traditions podcast on your favorite podcast app See our sponsors: and
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