‘Culture Apothecary with Alex Clark’ is a health and wellness podcast where each guest provides their own remedy to heal a sick culture - physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Apothecaries were the place where people would go for natural remedies, and Alex is restoring this concept by inviting expert guests every Monday and Thursday night at 6pm PST/9pm EST to share raw, unpasteurized truths!
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Is the health world actually making you more stressed, confused, and disconnected from your own body? 😩🌿 Jordan Lee Dooley — bestselling author of Be Good To Your Body — shares how her struggles with disordered eating, painful acne, and infertility forced her to rethink everything she believed about “wellness.” She explains how to cut through overwhelming trends, focus on what’s truly timeless, and treat your body like the God-given gift it is—offering simple, sustainable ways to nourish yours...
Is the way we bury the dead harming the health of the living? 🌱⚰️ Mike Reagan, CEO of The Natural Funeral — and an end-of-life doula, grief facilitator, and pioneer in eco-friendly death care — reveals what really happens to your body, why embalming isn’t always necessary, and how natural burials can restore soil, strengthen communities, and reshape legacy. Thank you to our sponsors! TAYLOR DUKES WELLNESS : Use code "ALEXCLARK" for 10% off your purchase PALEOVALLEY : Use code ALEX for 15% off y...
What if the routine choices parents make — the vitamin K shot, Hep B, even circumcision — aren’t as straightforward as we’ve been told? Today I’m joined by Dr. Sherri Tenpenny, one of the most controversial voices in medicine, who argues that parents are being trained, not taught, and that major risks and ingredients are routinely kept out of sight. For more than 25 years, she has challenged public-health agencies, been labeled part of the “Disinformation Dozen,” and now claims the entire system...
Modern dating feels like a full-time job—great first dates, real chemistry, and then suddenly… ghosted. This week, I’m sitting down with the ultimate straight-shooter in love and dating: Patti Stanger. She’s a third-generation matchmaker and the powerhouse behind 'The Millionaire Matchmaker.' We break down modern dating rules, the biggest mistakes people make, and play rapid-fire red, green, or beige flag. Thank you to our sponsors! GEVITI : Use code ALEX to get 20% off your first purchase ANCIE...
Imagine being told your two-year-old has cancer — and realizing the system won’t fight for them the way you will. This week, Season Johnson — medical advocate, holistic nutritionist, and founder of the KickCancer Movement — joins us to expose what really goes on inside the pediatric cancer system and how her son’s diagnosis pushed her to fight back. She breaks down the pushback parents face when they ask questions, how hospitals respond to holistic support, the rights families are never told abo...
This week, Dr. Marty Makary — the newly confirmed FDA Commissioner, surgeon, researcher, and bestselling author — joins us to pull back the curtain on what he discovered inside the agency and why it made him furious. We get into the internal pressure, the conflicts of interest, how dissent was punished, and what he, Trump, and RFK are doing to overhaul food, drug, and vaccine regulation. He also dives into Tylenol in pregnancy, hormone therapy myths, over-vaccination, and what real accountabilit...
Everyone knows Bethany Hamilton as the fearless surfer… but her real strength shows up off the waves 🌊 Bethany is a pro athlete, author, and mom who’s turned unthinkable challenge into unshakeable purpose. We go beyond her comeback story to talk intentional parenting, homeschooling, raising grounded kids, staying strong in your faith, and why she’s speaking up about fairness in women’s sports. She also gets honest about what resilience looks like behind the scenes and how she makes decisions wi...
Everyone loves to say the first year of marriage is brutal… but what if it could actually be the most fun, forming, and faith-building year instead? Kyler and Britt Nixon — the couple behind 'Love Your First Year' — are here to talk how to know if it’s actually more than butterflies, the biblical green and red flags no one warns you about, and what “becoming one” actually looks like. They even get honest about their own first-year fights and what helped them move through conflict, expectations, ...
Could the birth control pill be shaping women’s moods, desires, and even same-sex attraction — and what men should know about PMS? Dr. Sarah Hill, award-winning researcher and author of This Is Your Brain on Birth Control and The Period Brain, has spent years exploring these questions — and the answers are wild. She explains how hormonal birth control can impact mood, stress, and even the partners women are drawn to — plus why PMS is so misunderstood. Thank you to our sponsors! TAYLOR DUKES WELL...
What does it really look like to prepare your body for the gift of life 👶🌿 This one’s for anyone dreaming of starting a family — the healthy, intentional way. Dr. Ann Shippy, a board-certified functional medicine physician, breaks down the preconception do’s and don’ts for both men and women — from nourishing your body and balancing hormones to creating the healthiest possible start for your future baby. Thank you to our sponsors! ZEBRA : Use code "ALEX" for 10% OFF any order ANCIENT CRUNCH (M...
What does it really mean to lead your home the way God designed? This one’s for the guys—Dr. Owen Strachan unpacks what real, Christlike leadership looks like—not through dominance or silence, but through courage, sacrifice, and grace—and how when you love, lead, and live out your faith as God designed, your wife and your life will get immensely better. Thank you to our sponsors! ZEBRA : Use code "ALEX" for 10% OFF any order PALEOVALLEY : Use code "ALEX" for 15% OFF your first order A'DEL NATURA...
Calley Means, who served as a special government employee at the White House, is co-founder of TrueMed and leader of the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement, unpacks what’s really happening behind the scenes of MAHA: Trump’s rumored pharma incentives, the rise in early puberty and infertility, criticism of RFK Jr., and what MAHA has planned heading into year two. Thank you to our sponsors! TAYLOR DUKES WELLNESS : Use code "ALEXCLARK" for 10% off your purchase ANCIENT CRUNCH (MASA CHIPS): ...
MENOPAUSE IS DETERMINED IN YOUR 30s! The way you eat, fast, and set boundaries now shapes your brain, hormones, and energy for decades—even how smoothly you transition into menopause. Dr. Mindy Pelz, NYT bestselling author and top hormone expert, shares why your 30s are the most strategic time to train for midlife like an athlete, avoid burnout, and sync with your hormones for lasting energy and balance. 🌙 Thank you to our sponsors! Taylor Dukes Wellness : Use code "ALEXCLARK" for 10% off your ...
If you have struggled understanding the air purifier industry THIS IS FOR YOU! The air in your home could be secretly draining your energy, causing you to snore and triggering anxiety! 🏠☁️ Disaster recovery expert Mike Feldstein founded JASPR to bring hospital-grade clean air into everyday homes after seeing how invisible toxins harm people in crisis zones. He reveals which common nursery items can make it harder for babies to breathe, why cleaner air might be the missing link for fixing snorin...
What if understanding your hormones could completely transform your energy, mood, skin… and even your uterus? 🌸🩸 Emily from @littleraeofhealth — your hormone bestie, cycle whisperer, and creator of the Balanced Babe Blueprint — is back for a third time to reveal how your cycle secretly impacts everything from PMS and cravings to mood and fertility. She shares how syncing with your hormones can help you take back control, feel amazing in your body, and even plan pregnancy intentionally 👶 Thank...
JJ Virgin, a renowned nutrition expert, explains her revolutionary "Drop 7 Foods" approach, which targets hidden food intolerances responsible for stubborn weight, fatigue, and inflammation. She details the seven common culprits—gluten, dairy, eggs, corn, soy, peanuts, and sugar—and provides a step-by-step guide for eliminating and reintroducing them to identify personal triggers. The discussion also covers the critical role of gut health, the flaws in traditional weight metrics, the importance of muscle for metabolism, and practical strategies for detoxification and powerful aging, emphasizing a holistic approach to health.
What if the drug killing an entire generation is hiding in plain sight? 💊 I sit down with Richard Taite — world-renowned addiction recovery expert and founder of Carrara Wellness & Spa in Los Angeles — to unpack the fentanyl epidemic, the rise of ketamine therapy, and what President Trump is doing to fight back against this growing crisis. We discuss why fentanyl is now the #1 killer of young adults, how celebrities and veterans are getting caught in addiction, and what actually helps when ...
What if the way you love, fight, or text back all comes from how you were held as a baby? 👶 In this episode, I sit down with Thais Gibson, founder of The Personal Development School and attachment theory guru, to get real about how our earliest environment didn’t just shape our childhood — it built our attachment style, and it’s been running the show ever since. We dive into what shapes your attachment style, the truth about daycare and bonding, and whether we’re stuck in these patterns for lif...
What’s REALLY going on with mammograms and Pap smears? 👀 What about getting more than one ultrasound while you’re pregnant? She’s back because her episode was one of YOUR all-time favorites — my friend Taylor Dukes. She’s a functional nurse practitioner and the founder of Taylor Dukes Wellness, AKA my FAVORITE protein powder 🍓From beating a brain tumor through faith and integrative medicine to living her dream life on a farm, Taylor’s sharing the unconventional wellness hacks that’ll make you ...
Dr. Gavin Puthoff introduces NaProTechnology, a restorative reproductive medicine that diagnoses and treats the root causes of infertility, offering a holistic alternative to IVF. He details how it effectively addresses conditions like blocked fallopian tubes, C-section scar defects, endometriosis, and PCOS through advanced diagnostics and surgical techniques, often at a lower cost and with higher success rates than IVF. The discussion also touches on the ethical concerns of IVF, the impact of lifestyle, and the importance of comprehensive care for long-term health and fertility.
Have you ever wondered what it takes to raise a leader like Charlie Kirk? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Hutz Hertzberg, Charlie’s longtime friend and now Chief Education Officer at Turning Point Education. We talk about Charlie’s faith journey, why he pushed to abolish the Department of Education, how parents can pick the right U.S. History curriculum, and why Dr. Hertzberg is hopeful about the future of America’s schools. Our Guest: Dr. Hutz Hertzberg Dr. Hutz's Links: Website Instagram ...
Ever wondered what Charlie Kirk was really like behind the headlines? Tyler Bowyer, the man who helped build Turning Point from day one, reveals it all — Charlie’s original vision for TPUSA, the scandals they survived, the celebrity encounters no one knows about, and what Charlie was truly like as a dad. He also breaks down Erika’s leadership and what makes her uniquely equipped to carry Charlie’s legacy forward. Our Guest: Tyler Bowyer Tyler's Links: Instagram X Turning Point Action FOLLOW ALEX...
What if I told you we’re diving into every single conspiracy theory surrounding the life — and death — of Charlie Kirk? From $150 million bribes to why the tent camera footage disappeared — we’re pulling back the curtain today. I'm joined by someone who knew Charlie better than almost anyone: Andrew Kolvet, Executive Producer of The Charlie Kirk Show and Charlie’s best friend. We talk about what Charlie and Erika’s family vacations were really like, the biggest disagreements they ever had, and w...
Daily Wire Hosts Michael Knowles and Ben Shapiro recall their first impressions of Charlie Kirk, speculation Charlie was considering Catholicism, if Ben and Charlie ever had a falling out, what Charlie’s assassination means for the country and conservative movement going forward, and MORE! Guest 1: Ben Shapiro Guest 2: Michael Knowles FOLLOW ALEX: Instagram | @realalexclark...
My Last 6 Years With Charlie Kirk: Things I’ve Never Said FOLLOW ALEX: Instagram | @realalexclark Instagram | @cultureapothecary Facebook | ...
How do you actually fix your anxiety issues? Ever wondered if therapy is wrecking more marriages than it’s repairing? 🙏👀 Pastor Jonny Ardavanis, host of Dial In Ministries, joins me to challenge everything you’ve been told about psychology, trauma, medication, and mental health. From whether schizophrenia could be demonic to discussing the cure for anxiety—you’ll learn so many new things! Thank you to our sponsors! ZEBRA — Use code ALEX for 10% off any order. MASA CHIPS — Use code REALALEXCLAR...
What if living a healthier, toxin-free life was actually simple, affordable, and totally doable? 🌿 This week I’m sitting down with my friend Shawna Holman (@alittlelesstoxic) to talk real-life low-tox swaps that actually make sense. We’re covering microwaves, candles, vinegar, crockpots, laundry, bleach—you name it. Shawna cuts through the noise and shows us what really matters (and what you can stop stressing about)! Thank you to our sponsors! TAYLOR DUKES WELLNESS : Use code ALEXCLARK for 10%...
Could root canals, crowns, and extractions be secretly making you sick? 🦷 Dr. Kelly Blodgett, one of the nation’s top holistic dentists, is back to expose the truth about jawbone cavitations, why a root canal should be an absolute last resort, the real deal on crowns, and how flossing daily can literally change your health. Thank you to our sponsors! ZEBRA : Use code ALEX for 10% off any order GEVITI : Use code ALEX to get 20% off your first purchase MASA CHIPS : Use code REALALEXCLARK for 25% ...
This episode features Dr. Autumn Smith, who overcame crippling IBS and anxiety in just 30 days by transforming her diet. She exposes common food lies, from misleading snack labels and multivitamin scams to the hidden benefits of grass-fed meats, organ meats, and key amino acids like glycine. Autumn emphasizes the profound connection between diet, gut health, mental well-being, and proper sourcing of animal products, offering practical tips for nourishing families and healing a "sick culture" with whole, regenerative foods.
Today’s guest is Andrea Olson — mom of SIX, author of author of Go Diaper Free and The Tiny Potty Training Book. Want to learn all about elimination communication? 👀💩 Buckle up! She’s helped MILLIONS of families ditch diapers from birth and she’s here to explain why diaper culture might be one of the biggest scams in modern parenting. Thank you to our sponsors! TAYLOR DUKES WELLNESS : Use code ALEXCLARK for 10% off your purchase BLDG ACTIVE SKIN REPAIR : Use code ALEX for 20% off your order CO...
