Handling a Shock Diagnosis | Drew Harrisberg
In Episode #158, a Wednesday Wisdoms episode, we hear from my good friend Drew Harrisberg on why being diagnosed with chronic disease in his early 20s turned out to be a blessing in disguise. Drew is authentic, uplifting, and super inspiring – I hope you enjoy the episode. This is a condensed audio clip […]
How a Plant-Based Athlete Eats | John Rush
In Episode #157, I sat down with Canadian professional footballer John Rush to chat about his career and dietary lifestyle. In this episode, we covered John’s path to becoming a professional footballer; when and why he decided to change his approach to nutrition; how his dietary changes affected his performance; how his dietary changes […]
Psychosis, Anxiety, Addiction, and OCD | Osher Günsberg
In Episode #156, a Wednesday Wisdoms throwback to Episode #20, Australian TV icon Osher Günsberg opens up about his struggles with psychosis, anxiety, addiction, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. The best way to support the show is to use the products and services offered by our sponsors. To check them out, and enjoy great savings, visit […]
Endometriosis and Reproductive Health | Dr Nitu Bajekal
In Episode #155, I sat down with gynaecologist and obstetrician Nitu Bajekal to talk about endometriosis and the female reproductive system. In this episode, we covered what endometriosis is, how prevalent it is, whether it’s affected by diet and soy, and its implications for fertility and general lifestyle. We also discussed the oral contraceptive […]
Autoimmunity and Inflammation | Clint Paddison
In Episode #154, a condensed version of Episode #61, we hear from Clint Paddison about his personal journey with rheumatoid arthritis and how he has changed his lifestyle to reduce inflammation, become less reliant on drugs, and ultimately enjoy a high quality of life. This episode is primarily focused on Clint’s personal experiences. His […]
Plant-Based Nutrition for Families | Dietitian Brenda Davis
In Episode #153, I sat down with registered dietitian Brenda Davis for a conversation I have wanted to have for some time now. Brenda is one of the most revered experts across the globe when it comes to plant-based nutrition – she has over three decades of experience communicating nutrition science without hype to help […]
Eradicating Heart Disease Begins at Breakfast | Dr Kim Williams
In Episode #152, a throwback to Episode #90, we hear from Dr Kim Williams, an American cardiologist and former president of the American College of Cardiology from 2015 to 2016, about eradicating heart disease through our diets. May you find it equal parts informative and instructive. The best way to support the show is […]
Rethinking Diet and Exercise | Herman Pontzer, PhD
In Episode #151, I sat down with evolutionary anthropologist Herman Pontzer, PhD, to talk about ancestral eating and how his work with the Hadza (a hunter-gatherer community in northern Tanzania) can help us think about both diet and exercise as tools for weight loss. Listen to this episode to find out what we know […]
Fighting Climate Change One Meal at a Time | Suzy Cameron
Episode #150 is a Wednesday Wisdoms throwback to Episode #36 with Suzy Amis Cameron. This was a powerful, judgement-free conversation about how our food choices affect the world around us, and inside this throwback episode are a few tips from that conversation for living a more environmentally friendly life and helping our planet heal. […]
Looking After Our Thyroid | Dr Brittany Henderson
In Episode #149, I sat down with endocrinologist Dr Brittany Henderson to talk about thyroid health. Whether you have a thyroid condition yourself or are simply interested in learning more about how your thyroid affects your health, I’m sure you will enjoy this episode. In this episode, we covered the focuses of endocrinology, types […]
