Today, we have the privilege of sitting down with Jason Earle, the founder of Got Mold. With unwavering determination, Jason has become an indoor air quality crusader, driven by his own personal experiences and a deep desire to create healthier environments for all. As a child, Jason suffered from severe asthma, leaving him allergic to almost everything in his environment. Initially misdiagnosed with cystic fibrosis, it was the discovery that his mold-infested childhood home was the root cause o...
Jun 19, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Season 6Ep. 164
Welcome to another episode of the Beautifully Broken Podcast. Today, we have the honor of sitting down with Chris Irwin, a retired Navy SEAL Commander whose journey from military service to overcoming severe mental and physical chronic illness is remarkable and inspiring. After his time in the military, Chris faced significant challenges with his mental and physical health. However, through an extensive journey of self-discovery, he not only overcame these rare conditions but also developed a de...
Jun 12, 2023•1 hr 22 min•Season 6Ep. 163
In this powerful episode, we are honored to have Maggie Jones and her husband, Brad, share their extraordinary journey. Just as Maggie turned 40, her life took an unexpected turn when she was diagnosed with terminal cancer and given a prognosis of less than a year to live. However, against all odds, Maggie defied the dire predictions and emerged victorious, celebrating four years of being cancer-free. Her story is a testament to the unbreakable human spirit and the transformative power of hope. ...
Jun 05, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 6Ep. 162
Kiran Krishnan is a world-renowned microbiologist with a deep understanding of our microbiome ecosystem. He joins us today to share the importance of maintaining a diverse microbiome, the relationship between the gut and the brain, and how what comes out of our bodies can give us insight into what happens inside. Tune in! HIGHLIGHTS [0:00:00] Introducing Kiran Krishnan and How He Maintains Microbiome Balance [0:11:20] What to Look for in a Probiotic [0:13:48] The Resilience of the Digestive Trac...
May 29, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Season 6Ep. 161
Together, we'll uncover the significance of cancer research and the urgent need for further advancements to enhance the lives of cancer patients. Let's embark on this transformative exploration, empowering individuals facing cancer and working towards a future with improved care and support for all. HIGHLIGHTS [0:00:00] Introductions [0:01:04] How Cancer Became Freddie's Greatest Blessing [0:01:45] Embracing Challenges and Overcoming Hardships That Cancer Provides [2:54] Unveiling the Message Be...
May 22, 2023•16 min•Season 6Ep. 160
Joining us to share their knowledge are Lindsay Keys and Winslow Crane-Murdock, filmmakers who created a documentary called The Quiet Epidemic, hoping to shed some light on the silent existence of Lyme disease, an illness they both have. Bringing more awareness to illnesses like Lyme is what the Beautifully Broken podcast is all about, and I look forward to you tuning in to the insights we discuss in this episode. HIGHLIGHTS [0:00:00] Introducing Lindsay Keys and Winslow Crane-Murdock [0:09:43] ...
May 15, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Season 6Ep. 159
On this episode of the Beautifully Broken podcast, Christine shares her thoughts on healing and the many factors in our environment that can impact our well-being in different ways. Christine is one of the very few people I turn to for questions about epigenetics, transgenerational trauma, biological medicine, and more. I have so much respect and admiration for her and her work and I'm pumped for you to feel the same way as you listen to this episode! HIGHLIGHTS [0:00:00] Introducing Christine D...
May 08, 2023•1 hr 34 min•Season 6Ep. 158
Caleb's approach involves guiding individuals based on an evaluation of the 'ABCs' of precision medicine in relation to the fundamental pillars of health: sleep, nutrition, exercise, and emotional resilience. He uses blood-based biomarkers to diagnose and treat health problems, deploy risk mitigation strategies to counter the effects of aging and enhance the already well-functioning human system. As someone who has personally worked with Caleb for my own holistic healing journey, I can attest to...
May 01, 2023•1 hr 21 min•Season 6Ep. 157
But here's the thing: changing these patterns can be crucial to achieving personal growth and leading a more fulfilling life. So, what can we do to break past Limbic Friction and overcome the almost default state of locking ourselves into what we’ve known and gotten used to? In this episode, we’re going to explore different, proven ways to encourage behavioral change to supplement the intentionality and awareness that we should bring to the table. Let's confront discomfort and uncertainty togeth...
Apr 24, 2023•23 min•Season 6Ep. 156
Mark joins us to discuss the modality of molecular hydrogen, its natural interactions with the human body, and how it can encourage natural healing. It has powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects and has been linked to numerous health benefits. He also shares his thoughts on the highly recommended Lourdes Hydrofix Premium Edition machine, which uses Separate Chamber Electrolysis and produces the most stable, pH-neutral, non-toxic, and natural hydrogen in the industry to date. In this ...
Apr 17, 2023•58 min•Season 6Ep. 155
In this episode, we dive into the benefits of red-light therapy, including reducing pain, inflammation, and stress, enhancing athletic performance, improving mobility, and effectively treating anxiety and depression. Scott shares insights on Lightpath LED's newest Diesel Series, which is hailed as the best red-light therapy panel for health enthusiasts. Learn how Lightpath LED is at the forefront of utilizing light energy to develop cutting-edge products that deliver results. Don't miss this ill...
Apr 10, 2023•58 min•Season 6Ep. 154
Everyday Dose is a coffee alternative that has taken the world by storm, with over 40,000 monthly subscribers. It's a product loved by top performers, doctors, and athletes alike and has been featured in Men's Health, GQ, and Forbes for its brain and body-optimizing effects. This coffee alternative is changing lives, helping people quit coffee and opt for a more natural alternative that supports their well-being. In this episode, Jack shares his story and how natural wellness has transformed his...
Apr 03, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 6Ep. 153
Dr. Weiss is the man behind Systematic Healing, an alternative and virtual solution for addressing health issues that are considered challenging, chronic, or not fully understood by conventional medicine. Through his expansive knowledge in multiple areas of medicine, Dr. Weiss helps people optimize their wellness by working with their entire spectrum of mind, body, and spirit. I had the honor of seeing Dr. Weiss some years ago. Out of the many I met, he is one of the practitioners on my list of ...
Feb 13, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Season 5Ep. 152
Let's celebrate the milestones of the journey and embrace life to the fullest in my 45th year on the planet. In this episode, I delve into a blend of music that has transformed my perspective on life's rhythm, the latest advancements in exercise science, and the invaluable lessons learned from the pandemic. Tune in to discover my top sources of inspiration, the self-care practices that enhance my daily life, and how innovative exercise research has shaped my understanding of fitness and muscle-b...
Feb 06, 2023•17 min•Season 5Ep. 151
While movement is his main focus, Les also emphasizes the importance of proper nutrition, recovery, and stress management. Les is passionate about working with beginners, and he can meet you where you are so you can get to where you want to be. In this episode, Les and I discuss how we can address pain and undo compensation patterns by going back to the basics and re-learning how to move. Les also shares some insights on how beginners can incorporate mindfulness into their movements. If you’ve e...
Jan 30, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Season 5Ep. 150
More than that, Robby is an advocate of natural health and wellness. Motivated by his daughter's Lyme disease diagnosis, he began a mission to find alternative holistic and homeopathic avenues of treatment—something he remains dedicated to in his career and lifestyle. Robby’s background in pre-med, engineering, psychology, and business allows him to approach holistic medicine from a unique perspective, benefiting many who struggle with chronic illness and those who want to integrate natural reme...
Jan 23, 2023•1 hr 22 min•Season 5Ep. 149
Today's episode is going to be a little different from our usual programming and encapsulates an incredible story of travel and adventure! We’ve got Kristin Weitzel, my partner in crime, and the host of the Wellpower Podcast, joining us for another installment of the Biohacking Besties! Kristin and I just got back from a month-long trip to Maui, and it was, suffice it to say, an experience that tested the skills we preach and explore on the PODCAST. We had everything planned out, and it was easy...
Jan 16, 2023•52 min•Season 5Ep. 148
Caspar Szulc is a wellnesspreneur and the president and co-founder of Innovative Medicine in New York. His company is dedicated to using personalized, integrative methods that factor biological, spiritual, psychological, functional, allopathic, and other aspects of medicine to revolutionize healthcare. More than an expert in the field, Caspar is a fellow enthusiast of alternative medicine and biohacking. We discuss how we can use technology to enhance the human body, the importance of collaborat...
Jan 09, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Season 5Ep. 147
Ladies and gentlemen, prepare to be inspired again. Our guest today is Bill Potts, an amazing individual who has battled cancer FIVE times and won. He is the author of Up for the Fight: How to Advocate for Yourself as You Battle Cancer - from a Five-Time Survivor, a tell-all book about his journey from diagnosis to remission, providing a guiding hand for many who find themselves in the same, often disheartening place. Despite currently being in his sixth battle with cancer, Bill remains an inspi...
Jan 02, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Season 5Ep. 146
The Neubie: (Neuro bioelectric stimulator) is a device that can help us do this. It is a unique E-Stim technology that encourages patient recovery by optimizing neurological functions. It stimulates the body’s natural capacity for healing, restores bodily functions lost through neurological issues, and reverses chronic pain. Joining us to talk about it is the founder of NeuFit and the creator of The NeuFit Method, Garrett Salpeter. Using his engineering and neuroscience training, Garrett develop...
Dec 19, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Season 5Ep. 145
I can confidently say that I am FULL committed to daily practice to achieve a standard of excellence. AND sometimes, I have moments where I wonder—should I be doing more? Then last month it hit me like a ton of bricks: why do I have this unquenchable drive for more? Why do I have this unconscious predisposition to believe that more is inherently better? In this episode, we explore the idea of the Hedonic Treadmill, or how we return to a baseline level of emotional satisfaction no matter what cha...
Dec 12, 2022•19 min•Season 5Ep. 144
Have you ever read about the application of medical grade ozone therapy? I’ve been using ozone therapy for about a decade now, and I’m excited to finally introduce this amazing treatment to the BB audience. In 2014 Micah Lowe started to develop equipment for ozone therapy because there was a need for a less expensive, stable unit that people could use at home. As the CEO of Simply 03 his mission is to reduce suffering in the world through innovation and education. As you’ll soon discover, ozone ...
Dec 05, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Season 5Ep. 143
Is your home making you sick? With an average of 20,000 breaths a day the quality of the air you breathe is making you thrive, or trending towards illness. Our immediate surrounding (air quality) is a significant factor affecting our well-being, making the unchecked presence of mold in our environment an important health matter. Jason Earle is a man on a mission. An adoring father of two boys in diapers, an incurable entrepreneur, and indoor air quality crusader, he is founder & CEO of the m...
Nov 28, 2022•1 hr 41 min•Season 5Ep. 142
We know that hydrogen is the most abundant element in the universe, while oxygen is the most common in the Earth’s crust. We know that together, they make up water, one of the most crucial resources for our survival. But did you know that through electrolysis of H2O, a special mixture of gas is produced that has amazing therapeutic benefits? In this episode, we have George Wiseman. Beyond being an enjoyable and insightful guest, George is a purveyor of science, inventor, and the creator of AquaC...
Nov 21, 2022•1 hr 30 min•Season 5Ep. 141
Did you know that, globally, the average amount of time people spend on social media is 147 minutes a day? If you live to be a hundred years old, that’s almost seven years of your life. Time is the most precious resource we have–beyond being completely limited, it’s not something that we can simply refund. The problem is that we often aren’t consciously spending it on things that give us enough value. Is seven years out of a hundred something that you’re comfortable spending on social media? Or ...
Nov 14, 2022•17 min•Season 5Ep. 140
Over 400,000 are diagnosed with Lyme every year. In 2011, literature professor Michelle Slater started experiencing symptoms, leading to the diagnosis of Late-Stage Lyme Disease. From there, she developed an autoimmune disorder and other symptoms that made it extremely difficult to perform everyday tasks to the point that she considered medically assisted suicide. But Michelle isn’t just a dedicated educator–she is also a survivor. Despite the physical struggles from her disease, she kept firmly...
Nov 07, 2022•40 min•Season 5Ep. 139
Dr. Gary Kaplan is the founder and medical director of the Kaplan Center for Integrative Medicine. He has authored two books, is a leading figure and pathfinder in the field of integrative medicine and is one of 19 physicians in the country to be board-certified in both Family Medicine and Pain Medicine. He specializes in what he calls “the brain on fire”—the inflammation of the nervous system that can be an effect of some illnesses. These inflammations cause symptoms of pains and disorders, bot...
Oct 31, 2022•53 min•Season 5Ep. 138
Are you ready to download one of the most powerful, badass interviews I’ve ever done? Stop here if it’s a no because Devon Brooks story will shake you to the core. After founding the Blo Blow Dry Bar, Devon Brooks became one of the youngest successful female entrepreneurs of her generation. But that’s not the only reason why she has become such an inspirational figure. More than anything, Devon is an amazing example of the strength of the human spirit and being Beautifully Broken. She shares her...
Oct 24, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Season 5Ep. 137
The body has all the tools it needs to induce improved performance. What if there was a way we can signal our bodies to kickstart these processes, unlock your brain’s potential, and live a life that is “Limitless”? In this episode, we brush up on Nootropics and their outstanding effects on the body, allowing individuals to optimize neurology and physiology through nutritional enhancement. We get into the subject with Mark “Mr. Noots" Effinger himself, scientist and co-founder of Nootopia, as he ...
Oct 17, 2022•1 hr 31 min•Season 5Ep. 136
Remember that time I lost 300K through a publicly traded company? Yeah, let's talk about that. We don’t talk enough about how much money plays a big role in health. Money is a resource that gives you access to treatments and medicine that you otherwise wouldn't be able to get, but more than that, money is also energy–it affords you experiences and opportunities that directly impact your life and, by extension, your health. I want to talk about my own experiences, struggles, and eventual realizat...
Oct 10, 2022•28 min•Season 5Ep. 135