Ready to wake up refreshed, energized, and pain-free? 🌙 In this episode, Dr. Peter Martone shares his groundbreaking insights into the biomechanics of sleep and how your posture in bed affects your brain, spine, and overall health. Discover simple, actionable tips to optimize your rest, reduce chronic issues, and take back your brain and body with WAY better sleep. Don’t miss this game-changing conversation! #TakeBackMyBrain #WayBetterSleep #HealthAndWellness #BetterSleep #SleepTips Join my new...
Jan 07, 2025•36 min•Season 2Ep. 101
We’re ending the year with a bang—our 100th episode! Join me and Dr. Christy Sutton, author of The Iron Curse , as we uncover the critical role iron plays in your health. Discover the risks of iron overload and deficiency, how genetics impact your iron levels, and actionable steps to optimize your well-being. 🎧 Tune in now and celebrate this milestone with us: [Link] #PodcastMilestone #HealthMatters #IronHealth #Genetics #WellnessJourney #EndOfYear #PodcastCelebration #100thEpisode Join my new ...
Dec 31, 2024•49 min•Season 1Ep. 100
As a mom, I know how overwhelming life can get. That’s why I’m so excited to share my conversation with Michelle Gauthier, a coach dedicated to helping busy moms create calm, intentional lives. Michelle breaks down her simple 3-step process to manage stress, set boundaries, and take charge of your thoughts.If you’re looking for more balance and peace, this episode is a must-listen! Join my new Academy https://take-back-my-brain.mykajabi.com/calmmomacademysignup Join My Food Fundamental Course Re...
Dec 30, 2024•30 min•Season 1Ep. 99
Breaking Free from Burnout: A Former Tech Exec’s Journey to Joy and Mental Health I had the privilege of speaking with Sally Mahamdeh, a former Microsoft and Google executive who walked away from the high-stress corporate world to reclaim her joy and mental health. Sally’s story is one of courage, resilience, and redefining success on her own terms. She shares how she overcame burnout, found alignment, and created a life of balance and fulfillment. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone f...
Dec 29, 2024•45 min•Season 1Ep. 98
When It’s Time: Rich Nisbet’s Wisdom on End-of-Life Miracles and Quantum Physics Join me as I chat with Rich Nisbet, a musician, coach, and author who has spent over 40 years helping others navigate life’s challenges. We explore his journey from a Beatles-inspired music career to creating tools for personal growth and end-of-life care. Rich shares how quantum physics connects to finding peace and clarity and offers profound insights into embracing life’s pivotal moments. Join my new Academy : ht...
Dec 28, 2024•36 min•Season 1Ep. 97
In this episode, I’m thrilled to sit down with Mark Arens, founder of Little Big Things and author of Cure the Cancer of Unforgiveness. We explore the transformative power of forgiveness—what it truly means, the challenges it brings, and how it can free us from the weight of the past. Mark shares practical strategie, including how to overcome barriers to forgiveness and the differences between forgiving, forgetting, and reconciling. This conversation is very impactful and I know you’ll gain so m...
Dec 27, 2024•40 min•Season 1Ep. 96
In this episode, I sit down with Abby Havermann, a psychotherapist turned coach and TEDx speaker, to talk about how we can overcome self-betrayal and unworthiness. Abby shares practical strategies to break free from seeking external validation and reconnect with our authentic selves. Learn how to rewire your thought patterns using neuroscience and ancient wisdom to live a life aligned with your true purpose. 🎧 Tune in for insights and tools to help you foster self-compassion and confidence. Joi...
Dec 26, 2024•27 min•Season 1Ep. 77
In this episode of Take Back My Brain , I sit down with Mike Murphy —entrepreneur, author, and philanthropist. Mike shares his incredible journey from a troubled youth to building multimillion-dollar businesses and creating The Creation Frequency , a revolutionary method for manifesting your dreams. Learn how Mike blends Law of Attraction principles, physical detoxification, and meditation to help you unlock your full potential and live a life of purpose. He also talks about his heartfelt missio...
Dec 20, 2024•26 min•Season 1Ep. 94
In this inspiring episode of Take Back My Brain , I sit down with Ashleigh Di Lello , the founder of Bio Emotional Healing® . Ashleigh’s journey is one of resilience and transformation—from being told she wouldn’t survive her teens to becoming an elite athlete, Broadway performer, and sought-after brain coach. She shares how neuroscience helped her overcome emotional trauma, chronic pain, and limiting beliefs. Tune in to learn how to rewire your brain-body connection, break free from anxiety, an...
Dec 13, 2024•55 min•Season 1Ep. 93
Natural Testosterone Hacks: Boost Vitality with Dr. John Olsen In this episode of Take Back My Brain, I’m joined by Dr. John Olsen to explore how you can naturally boost testosterone and feel your best. We dive into simple, actionable ways to reclaim energy, strength, and confidence—through nutrition, exercise, stress management, and supplements. It’s all about thriving as the healthiest version of yourself. Join Laurie’s Food Fundamental Course Register here: https://www.lauriehammer.com/offers...
Dec 09, 2024•46 min•Season 1Ep. 92
Answering the Call of the Wild Mama: Dr. Heather Wolfson on Ancestral Wisdom and Protecting Future Generations In this episode, I talk with Dr. Heather Wolfson, known as 'Wild Mama', discussing her approach to natural health and parenting. Dr. Wolfson emphasizes the importance of returning to ancestral practices in nutrition and lifestyle. She advocates for homeschooling, or more specifically 'unschooling', as a way to break free from conventional education systems. Dr. Wolfson emphasizes the im...
Dec 01, 2024•50 min•Season 1Ep. 91
In this episode, I speak with Christina Veselak, founder of the Academy for Addiction and Mental Health Solutions. Christina shares her journey into addiction counseling and mental health nutrition, starting from her experiences at a boarding school in England. She discusses the importance of protein in addiction recovery and mental health, explaining how eating protein every four hours can stabilize blood sugar and help rebuild neurotransmitters. Christina shares the importance of educating peo...
Nov 22, 2024•50 min•Season 1Ep. 90
In this episode, I talk with Dr. Shayne Morris, discussing the gut-brain axis and its impact on overall health. Dr. Morris explains the concept of psychobiotics, which refers to biotics that influence the brain. He emphasizes the importance of the microbiome in various aspects of health, including obesity, autism, Parkinson's, and cardiovascular issues. Dr. Morris also addresses the challenges of maintaining a healthy microbiome in the modern world and provides recommendations for improving gut ...
Nov 15, 2024•55 min•Season 1Ep. 89
In this episode, I chat with Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring, who runs a clinic that specializes in tapering people off psychiatric medications like antidepressants and benzodiazepines. Dr. Witt-Doerring discusses his concerns with the way mental illness is often viewed and treated as a biological issue requiring medication, rather than exploring potential underlying causes. We cover the challenges of tapering, particularly with SSRIs and benzodiazepines, and the importance of finding a provider who tak...
Nov 10, 2024•35 min•Season 1Ep. 88
In this episode, I interview Louisiana attorney Ed Tarpley on the pressing issues of election integrity, voter rights, and free speech. Tarpley discusses his recent amicus briefs to the Supreme Court, particularly in a case involving Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin's efforts to remove non-citizens from voter rolls. With a focus on transparency and the protection of citizenship rights, Tarpley sheds light on the legal battles shaping our democracy and the defense of liberty at the ballot box and...
Nov 03, 2024•54 min•Season 1Ep. 87
In this episode, I talk with Dr. Rebecca Walker, a chiropractic neurologist, covering various aspects of concussions, including the importance of nutrition, movement, and a positive mindset in recovery. We emphasize the need for prompt assessment and treatment, highlighting modalities like hyperbaric oxygen therapy, low-level laser therapy, and specific rehabilitation exercises Dr Walker aims to raise awareness about concussions and provide guidance on identifying, managing, and preventing them....
Nov 01, 2024•38 min•Season 1Ep. 86
In this episode, I sit down with Beth Krause, a functional health practitioner and founder of Grace Anatomy. After surviving breast cancer and multiple health challenges, Beth has found a way to thrive holistically—and she’s here to share how you can too. We talk about reclaiming your health without being defined by a diagnosis, the holistic practices that helped Beth bounce back, and the power of mindset, faith, and support systems during healing. Beth’s story is a reminder that healing is poss...
Oct 28, 2024•42 min•Season 2Ep. 85
I had the chance to speak with Rhonda Farah, a lifestyle empowerment alchemist and coach. Rhonda shares her background growing up in a traditional family and how her experiences with adversity, including incarceration, breast cancer, and divorces, led her to become an alchemist who helps people change their challenges into growth opportunities. I would also like to invite you to the upcoming virtual event “ Live it to Lead it 2024,” Which Will Take Place on November 15 and 16, 2024. For more inf...
Oct 25, 2024•26 min
I had the chance to speak with Chris Harris, a retired Border Patrol agent. Chris provides an in-depth perspective on the current border crisis, discussing various issues such as the abuse of asylum systems, the influx of illegal immigrants from over 170 countries, the presence of criminals and potential terrorists among them, the lack of proper vetting processes, the impact on local communities and resources, the involvement of cartels and foreign intelligence agencies, and the risks of human t...
Oct 18, 2024•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 83
I had the chance to talk with Stacey Besch, a volunteer with Team Iowa, shares her insights and experiences in raising awareness about this pervasive problem. She explains how traffickers have evolved from primarily kidnapping victims to using manipulation tactics, especially targeting children and teenagers through online platforms and gaming apps. Stacey highlights the importance of recognizing the signs of trafficking, such as tattoos or barcodes on victims, and the need for parents to monito...
Oct 18, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 82
I had the chance to talk with Katie Weldon, a mom, author, entrepreneur, and business coach. Katie shares her journey of finding the balance between her career in the male-dominated mortgage industry and being a mom. Katie describes the profound impact these changes had on her mental clarity, emotions, relationships, and overall well-being. Katie emphasizes the importance of listening to one's intuition and making difficult decisions for personal growth. Join the Live it to Lead it 2024 Virtual ...
Oct 11, 2024•28 min•Season 1Ep. 81
In this episode of "Take Back My Brain," I had the chance to chat with Josh Deck, an expert in gut health. Josh discusses the importance of gut health, the causes of gut issues, and strategies for healing the gut. Josh discusses the role of stress, nutrient deficiencies, and antibiotic use in disrupting gut health, the significance of vaginal birth and breastfeeding for seeding the gut microbiome, and the differences between prebiotics, probiotics, and postbiotics. Join the Live it to Lead it 20...
Oct 04, 2024•21 min•Season 1Ep. 80
In this episode of "Take Back My Brain," I had the chance to chat with Josh Dech, an expert in gut health. Josh discusses the importance of gut health, the causes of gut issues, and strategies for healing the gut. Josh emphasizes that symptoms are temporary and can be addressed by opening drainage pathways, removing problematic factors, rebuilding the microbiome, replenishing nutrients, repairing gut lining tissues, and rejuvenating the immune system. He also discusses the importance of organic,...
Sep 27, 2024•32 min•Season 1Ep. 79
In this episode of "Take Back My Brain," I had the chance to talk with Dr. Achina Stein, a functional psychiatrist. Dr. Stein shares her personal journey of how her son's sudden onset of depression and anxiety led her to discover functional medicine. Dr. Stein highlights the importance of lifestyle changes, including diet, exercise, and stress management. She discusses her upcoming project, the Healing Depression Project, a 4-week intensive program that combines functional medicine testing, life...
Sep 20, 2024•34 min•Season 1Ep. 78
"Nature’s perfect food is not just a source of nourishment; it’s a reminder that what we need is as unique as we are." In this episode of "Take Back My Brain," I had the chance to chat with Dr. Jeff Crippen, a chiropractor, wellness coach, and nutritionist from Texas, to explore his journey with chronic headaches and his path to holistic healing. Dr. Crippen shares his struggles with the traditional medical system and how he ultimately found relief through natural and individualized health appro...
Sep 13, 2024•21 min•Season 1Ep. 77
"Nature’s perfect food is not just a source of nourishment; it’s a reminder that what we need is as unique as we are." In this episode of "Take Back My Brain," I had the chance to sit down with Dr. Jeff Crippen, a chiropractor, wellness coach, and nutritionist from Texas, to explore his journey with chronic headaches and his path to holistic healing. Dr. Crippen shares his struggles with the traditional medical system and how he ultimately found relief through natural and individualized health a...
Sep 06, 2024•23 min•Season 1Ep. 76
“Trauma can manifest in different ways for different people, ranging from catastrophic events to smaller, repeated incidents” Welcome to another episode of "Take Back My Brain Podcast". In this episode, we dive deep into the world of trauma with Tami Lysher, a movement educator and expert on trauma and the neurological system. Tami shares her personal experience of storing trauma in her feet due to wearing restrictive shoes as a child, and the importance of addressing trauma through techniques l...
Aug 30, 2024•35 min•Season 1Ep. 75
“Unraveling Concussions: A Brain Health Revolution with Dr. Ken Cooper" Join me, Laurie Hammer, your host in this eye-opening episode of "Take Back My Brain" as we welcome renowned expert Dr. Ken Cooper. With over 33 years of experience in pediatrics and functional medicine, Dr. Cooper has made groundbreaking strides in concussion research and treatment. Discover the hidden truths about concussions - from physical trauma to chemical and biological causes - and their lasting effects on mental and...
Aug 23, 2024•58 min•Season 1Ep. 74
"Effectiveness of Amino Acid Therapy and a Holistic Approach in Managing Mental and Physical Health Issues (Part 2)" Welcome back to the "Take Back My Brain Podcast". In this episode, we continue our exploration into amino acid therapy with Ashley Courtney, a licensed mental health counselor. Ashley shares more about her personal experience with severe anxiety and physical symptoms that persisted for two years, despite undergoing various treatments and tests. She explains how discovering amino a...
Aug 19, 2024•17 min•Season 1Ep. 73
“EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) effectiveness in treating trauma and other mental health issues” Welcome to another episode of "Take Back My Brain Podcast". In this episode, we dive deep into the world of EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) with Ashley Courtney, the owner and founder of Encourage Counseling Center in Algona, Iowa, and a specialist in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). Ashley discusses the power of EMDR in allowing the bra...
Aug 16, 2024•31 min•Season 1Ep. 72
