Episodes
Dr. Tania Dempsey is an expert in chronic disease, autoimmune disorders, and mast cell activation syndrome. She is sought after internationally for her knowledge of chronic immune dysregulation and uses integrative medicine to get to the patient's root causes of their illness. Her purpose is to understand why people get sick and to help patients understand their body and why it fails them when it does.  Joseph sat down with Dr. Dempsey to explore her long history working with “mystery...
Published 03/01/24
Published 03/01/24
Raja Dhir is the co-founder of Seed, a company at the forefront of utilizing bacteria to revolutionize human health and planetary well being. In this episode, Joseph and Raja discuss the importance of the microbiome in children's health. They also discuss the presence of environmental contaminants such as microplastics in our water and food supply, and what you can do to reduce your exposure and maintain optimal gut health. How do we promote children’s health? The microbiome plays an...
Published 01/24/24
Dr. Michael Ruscio, DC is a Naturopathic Practitioner, Doctor of Chiropractic, clinical researcher and author. His primary focus is digestive health and its impact on other facets of health, including energy, sleep, mood, and thyroid function and optimization. Dr. Ruscio’s book, Healthy Gut, Healthy You, has paved the way for a ‘start with the gut’ philosophy that has enabled doctors and patients to see improved outcomes with minimal expense and effort.  In this episode, Dr. Michael Ruscio...
Published 01/10/24
Joseph sits down with Dr. Mindy Pelz, who is a D.C., nutrition and functional health expert who has spent over two decades helping thousands of people successfully reclaim their health. She is a recognized leader in the alternative health field and a pioneer in the fasting movement, teaching the principles of a fasting lifestyle, diet variation, detox, hormones, and more. Her popular YouTube channel regularly updates followers on the latest science-backed tools and techniques to help them...
Published 09/13/23
Today Joseph plays "devil's advocate" and presents a case against  the current popular trend of wearing exclusively "barefoot" shoes. Today's episode is brought to you by: Alive Water: Use code "RUNGA" to save on home delivery of the healthiest possible, freshly bottled spring water for your family. CURED Nutrition: Ease stress and unwind your mind with CURED's Serenity Gummies with no artificial ingredients, dyes or preservatives.  Support the show
Published 12/16/22
In today’s episode, I speak with Dr. Melissa Sonners.  Melissa is on a mission to help moms get unstuck so they can positively impact generations of children to come. Melissa is a holistic mama, an entrepreneur, and a chiropractor who, along with her husband, Jason, is raising three amazing, healthy, happy kiddos! Check out Melissa's website: BeInspiredMama.com Follow Melissa on IG: @beinspiredmama My interview with Dr Jason Sonners: How to use Hyperbaric Oxygen to Heal Chronic...
Published 12/08/22
Today, I bring you a live panel discussion on The Future of Medicine with three of my good friends, Dr. Chris Shade, Dr. Leland Stillman, & Dr. John Lieurance. This podcast discussed post-covid medicine, biohacking, anti-aging, and more! Today's episode is brought to you by: MassZymes: Use code RUNGA10 to save 10% off your order. CURED Nutrition: Use code STACKED to save 10% off your order. Traeger Grills: The best in high performance cooking. Support the show Support the show
Published 12/01/22
In today’s episode, I speak with Paul F. Austin. Paul is a 21st century pioneer who has long advocated for the responsible use of psychedelics for healing, leadership, and personal transformation. He has been featured in Rolling Stone, the New York Times, and WebMD for his work amplifying awareness around the benefits of microdosing psychedelics. Third Wave's Website:  www.thethirdwave.co  Third Wave's Instagram:  @Thirdwaveishere Paul's Personal Instagram: @paulaustin3w Paul's new book,...
Published 11/17/22
In today’s episode, I speak with Samuel B. Lee MD,  a board certified psychiatrist on a mission to create a new global paradigm of mental health and a New Earth.  Samuel is currently serving as the Medical Director of the Four Worlds International Institute and has transitioned away his traditional psychiatric practice in order to focus on treating the root causes of mental health diseases through his "Heart Mind Protocol". Dr Lee's Website:  www.transcendentmentalhealth.com/  Dr Lee's...
Published 11/11/22
Today, I bring you a live Q&A with a good friend, Dr Christopher Shade. We dive into ways to biohack cardiovascular health and circulation, detoxification, and metabolic health using Quicksilver Scientific products. Today's episode is brought to you by: Nootopia: Use code RUNGA10 to save 10% off Collagenius! Quicksilver Scientific: Use code RUNGA to save 15% off your order! Support the show
Published 10/31/22
Today, I bring you a live panel discussion on the physical body with three of my good friends, Garrett Salpeter of Neufit, Taylor Somerville of Symmetry, & Scott Dolly, one of the world's top manual and movement therapy experts. We dive into low, medium, and high-tech ways to relieve pain, improve performance, and get the most out of your physical body. Today's episode is brought to you by: Magnesium Breakthrough: Use code RUNGA10 to save 10% off your order. CURED Nutrition: Use code...
Published 10/25/22
Today, I chat with JW Ross, the founder of Botanic Tonics, who tells us how his long struggle with alcohol addiction inspired him to create Feel Free, a non-alcoholic tonic made from ancient plant ingredients. We dive into the traditional uses of plant medicine in the South Pacific and Southeast Asia, and JW explains how the anxiety-reducing and productivity-enhancing effects of kava and kratom can help us feel good and perform better in our modern world. To save 40% when you try Feel Free...
Published 09/22/22
Josh Trent, the host of the Wellness + Wisdom Podcast and creator of the BREATHE | Breath & Wellness Program, joins me to discuss his journey from a place of depression and addiction to a life filled with purpose and joy. We talk about breathwork, plant medicine, fatherhood, and generational trauma, and Josh shares his five-pillared approach to mental, physical, and emotional wellness. Support the show
Published 09/06/22
Tero Isokauppila, founder of Four Sigmatic and author of Healing Adaptogens: The Definitive Guide to Using Super Herbs and Mushrooms for your Body’s Restoration, Defense, and Performace, joins me to explain how adaptogens help restore balance, reduce stress, and support the body’s organ systems. In our wide-ranging conversation, we dive into the difference between adaptogens and superfoods, explore intuitive eating, and even consider the impact of technology on human evolution. Support the show
Published 08/25/22
In my 200th episode, I take a fresh look at nutrition and explore the Ayurvedic approach to diet and eating according to our DNA. Plus, I talk about the problem with modern fruit and vegetables and suggest some simple ways to maximize the nutritional content of the plants we eat. Support the show
Published 08/18/22
Dr. Andrew Hill is a cognitive neuroscientist and the founder of Peak Brain Institute, which provides brain mapping and neurofeedback services specifically designed to reduce stress, improve focus, and enhance performance. Four years ago, I sought Andrew’s advice on recovering from concussions, and recently I took part in an at-home brain mapping session which allowed me to compare my current data with my earlier results. So, in this episode, we talk about training the brain, and Andrew...
Published 08/11/22
This show sets out my simple three-part framework for health, happiness, and longevity. I concentrate on morning routines, meditation, MAF training, and kettlebell swings. Above all, I emphasize the importance of keeping things simple and sticking to traditional and effective methods that have withstood the test of time. Support the show
Published 08/04/22
Today, I’m joined by Jay Perkins, the co-founder of Kettlebell Kings and Living Fit. Over the last decade, Jay built Kettlebell Kings into a global brand, and he has recently successfully negotiated its sale. As well as diving into what makes a great kettlebell, we talk about battle ropes and workout plans. Plus, Jay shares his experience of growing, scaling, and selling a business.  Support the show
Published 07/21/22
Today, I dive deeper into the significance of the chakras and explore the possibility that many of the health conditions we experience might have an energetic cause. In particular, I focus on the specific energy associated with each chakra and suggest how to heal energetic blockages and imbalances caused by trauma, chronic stress, and suppressed emotions. Support the show
Published 07/14/22
This week’s show focuses on stress and how to create healthy brain chemistry and stop trauma from accumulating in the body. I explore the connection between the gut, the brain, and mental health and explain how breathwork, yoga, and spinal flexes can release stress and help energy move more freely through the body.  Support the show
Published 06/30/22
In today’s world, where so many distractions compete for our attention, it can be hard to concentrate and connect to our intuition. That’s why I invited Mark Effinger, aka Mr. Noots, onto the show to explain how his company’s customizable and personalized nootropic formulas trigger positive reactions in the brain that help improve mental clarity and enhance mood. As well as discussing brain health and peak performance, Mark shares the incredible and inspirational story of his brother, Doug, a...
Published 06/23/22
In the third and final episode of my three-part series on the intention behind the Intuitive Warrior podcast, I dive into the Warrior Archetype and explain what the word warrior means to me. Crucially, I focus on the core characteristics of courage, strength, and confidence and show you how to start living a more resilient, purposeful, and value-driven life. Support the show
Published 06/16/22
In part 2 of this 3-part series on the intention behind the Intuitive Warrior podcast, I list the tools you’ll need to start leading a more conscious and resilient lifestyle. So with that in mind, I touch on breathwork, strength, nutrition, and nature. I also emphasize the importance of setting challenges and goals to create more direction, focus, and purpose in your life.  Support the show
Published 06/10/22
In this episode, you’ll hear a live interview on the subject of detoxification with Ben Greenfield, Dr. Jason Sonners, Dr.Chris Shade, and Dr. Leland Stillman. The conversation was recorded at our Runga event in Austin, and given the depth of knowledge and experience of our guests, it makes for a lively, entertaining, and informative listen.  Support the show
Published 06/02/22