Best Microbe Minded Podcasts (2026)

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465: The TCM Code to Your Period | Dr. Chloe Weber 26:37

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What can you learn about your period by tapping into TCM principles? We’re re-airing this past interview with Dr. Chloe Weber, master herbalist and TCM practitioner, to dive into what it means when you’ve skipped a period, decode PMS symptoms from a TCM lens, and figure out why the liver and spleen are critical when it comes to menstrual cycles. --…

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Jim Murphy: Train Your Mind for Extraordinary Performance and the Best Possible Life 49:38

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What is your definition of success? The same mental habits that drive stadium-shaking victories can also lead to a profound sense of emptiness long after the roar of the crowd has faded. So it's important to ask yourself: What brings the most meaning to your life? What makes you feel most alive? And when life really hands it to you, what makes you …

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464: Why Your Health Starts In Your Mouth | Dr. Toni Engram 45:00

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Your oral health affects the rest of your body in ways you may not even realize. Dr. Toni Engram, a biological dentist, sat down with Dr. Motley to explore these systemic connections, plus the perils of mouthbreathing, what you need to know about gum disease and the pros and cons of root canals. ------ Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subsc…

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463: How to Actually Hit Your Health Goals in 2026 | Dr. Fab Mancini 52:47

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2026 is the year to change your life by identifying - and manifesting energy in - the direction you truly want to go in. Earlier this year, Dr. Chris Motley sat down with Dr. Fab Mancini, a Doctor of Chiropractic, mentor to CEO’s and global health and success expert. Learn about: What science tells us about the field of energy you create around you…

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Our 2025 Gardening Report Cards + Two December Gardening Tasks 34:03

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Subscribe to our Patreon to listen to the full-length episode https://www.patreon.com/thegrowguide Find full episode show notes with links and images to everything we discussed over on our website https://www.thegrowguidepodcast.com/

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Ep.107 Wrapping Up the Pennhurst and Mdison Seminary Investigations. 56:19

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This episode explores the tragic history of Pennhurst — its founding, systemic abuse, eugenics-era practices, closure, and why the site is so haunted — alongside the team’s recent EVPs and reactions from investigations. It also revisits Madison Seminary’s changing roles through history and shares first-hand investigation stories, thermal anomalies,…

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462: Breaking Through Limiting Beliefs in Health, Coaching and Life | CJ Mertz 48:41

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Have you ever felt stuck when it comes to your health, your health practice, or as a wellness coach? CJ Mertz has been overcoming the odds since he bounced back from a terrifying prognosis as a child all the way through his chiropractic career and as a global coach. In this interview he describes how he broke out of his limiting beliefs and feeling…

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How Pet Owners Power Cat Science with Darwin's Ark 45:35

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Send us a text Ever wonder what your cat’s DNA can tell us about fetching, affection, and health? We teamed up with Dr. Elinor Karlsson, chief scientist at Darwin’s Ark and professor at UMass Chan and the Broad Institute, to unpack how a simple fur-combing kit and smart surveys can unlock big answers about everyday feline life. No lab coats at home…

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S2E13: You're Training the Wrong Body 28:00

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Modern health culture is obsessed with leanness, discipline, and optimization. But many people are getting leaner—and feeling worse or suffering surprising health consequences. In this episode, I share my personal experience chasing single-digit body fat and how it led to increased stress, glucose instability, and accelerated aging despite "doing e…

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461: Molecular Hydrogen, Biostacking and Wellness Innovation | Dr. Howard Cohn 44:23

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What is biostacking? Why is everyone talking about molecular hydrogen? Dr. Motley sat down with Dr. Howard Cohn for a rich conversation - practitioner-to-practitioner - about the most innovative wellness techniques today and their ancient roots. ------ Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to the YouTube channel. Follow Dr. Motley! Ins…

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Ep.106 Where have we been? At Pennhurst with The Lore Lodge! 59:06

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The No Lights Paranormal team returns from hiatus to recount a tense, gear-challenged investigation at Pennhurst Asylum with the Lore Lodge crew — featured EVPs, oppressive presences, and first-time reactions that made the night unforgettable. They introduce new members, share personal haunt experiences (including a childhood ghost named George), d…

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460: How to Re-Grow Your Brain With Natural Medicine | Leila Doolittle 44:44

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After a terrifying car accident left her with concussion syndrome, Dr. Leila Doolittle was determined to learn how to heal her brain naturally and devoted her life to helping others heal from the chronic symptoms of bodily trauma. Dr. Motley met up with her at the Changing Life + Destiny Conference to discuss powerful underrated tools to help the b…

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Henry Abbott: Why Star Athletes Are Getting Injured More Than Ever 1:05:39

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A modern mystery haunts professional sports: Why are today's star athletes—who are bigger, faster, and stronger than ever—getting injured at such catastrophic rates? The glory days when all-stars like Cal Ripkin Jr. played 2,632 consecutive games seem far behind us. These days, promising careers are tragically cut short by horrific injuries televis…

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459: Vision Problems? A Brain Injury Could Be the Missing Link | Dr. Jamie Ho 1:12:55

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Got your eyes checked lately? Not only are your eyes windows to your soul, they can also be indicators of hypertension, diabetes, and even neurological issues like brain tumors. Dr. Motley sits down with Dr. Jamie Ho, a doctor of optometry with a neurological focus, to explore how injuries and traumas to the head, as well as a whole host of other t…

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458: Struggling With Symptoms No Doctor Can Explain? Could Be Your Genes | Kim Ressler 36:14

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Kim Ressler searched for answers to her chronic issues for years. Finally, a friend turned her on to the world of nutrigenomics. What if there was a way to genetically determine what kind of supplements would address your methylation pathways, your mental health and your ability to focus? During this year’s Changing Life and Destiny conference in D…

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The Secret Lives of Historical Cats With Jodie Stewart 55:26

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Send us a text A rescue cat walks into a historian’s life and suddenly the archive looks different. That’s the spark behind this wide-ranging conversation with cat historian Jodie Stewart, who explores how felines traveled with colonists, curled up in family photos, comforted soldiers, and later became flashpoints in conservation and culture wars. …

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457: | All About Your Histamine Intolerance: Perimenopause, Microbes + Functional Solutions 48:12

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Learn how histamine and perimenopause create a perfect storm. Doctor Motley interviews Dr. Meg Mill about everything you need to know about histamines, and how to deal with them, at this stage of life. Chapters 02:47 Dr. Meg’s Journey from Pharmaceutical Doctorate to Functional Medicine 05:38 Understanding Histamine and Its Role in Health 08:35 The…

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456: Chronic Cough + Trouble Breathing? Mold Might be the Cause 47:03

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If you moved into a house and you’re finding chronic symptoms surfacing - chronic coughing, phlegm and trouble breathing - you could be dealing with sneaky, hidden mold. This episode breaks down what you can do from a holistic health perspective. Doctor Motley’s Recommendations: ------ Testing for mold toxins: Mycotoxin testing, OATS (Organic Acid …

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Donnie Yance: Why Microdosing is More Effective Than Macrodosing 1:15:31

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Is microdosing more effective than macrodosing? While heavy-handed megadoses of synthetic pharmaceuticals attempt to dominate a single biochemical pathway, microdoses of synergistic botanticals can stimulate the body to normalize, balance and heal itself. Meanwhile, much of modern medicine has devolved into a game of manipulating numbers on blood t…

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455: How to Achieve Muscle Strength Gently | Alex Birks 53:26

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Let’s talk muscle strength! Looking for a gentle way to keep your body strength up? Dr. Motley discusses the science of targeted compression for people who need to recover muscle without stressing out their joints or overall systems. Topics Discussed: How to recover properly from surgery/injury How targeted compression helps strengthen muscles and …

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S2E12: The Family Effect — The Hidden Driver of Chronic Disease and Burnout 36:49

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In this episode, I uncover how family dynamics—both loving and dysfunctional—shape our stress patterns, emotional reflexes, and long-term metabolic health. I get personal, sharing my own experiences and those from the clinic and my program. How your childhood emotional environment shapes adult health Recognizing 3 common family stress patterns How …

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An Innovative Alternative To Peat Moss With Typha Co. Co-Founder, Alec Massé 31:39

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Subscribe to our Patreon to listen to the full-length episode https://www.patreon.com/thegrowguide Find full episode show notes with links and images to everything we discussed over on our website https://www.thegrowguidepodcast.com/By The Grow Guide

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454: Ancient Hydration: Desert Salt Power | Samantha Skyring 58:25

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Salt is an ancient mineral that’s essential to our bodies. But not all salt is created equal. Take a journey to the salt pan of the Kalahari Desert with the founder of Oryx Desert Salt, Samantha Skyring. Dr. Motley sat down with Sam to discuss how salt fuels our bodies, the hidden dangers of sea salt and plastic packaging as well as how she sources…

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453: Aging = Oxidation: How Vitamin C and Mitochondrial Support Reverse the Damage | Dr. Levy 1:04:11

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In this episode of the Ancient Health Podcast, Dr. Thomas Levy breaks down for us how oxidative stress—driven by toxins, infections, and nutrient deficiencies—is the real driver of aging and disease. Liposomal vitamin C and glutathione can provide rapid relief, support autoimmune conditions, and restore cellular function by replenishing electrons t…

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Gut Feelings: How Microbes Shape Cat Behavior with Dr. Tom Gilbert 59:06

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Send us a text What if the path from feral to friendly begins in the gut? We sit down with evolutionary biologist Dr. Tom Gilbert to explore how cat microbiomes act like tiny chemical factories, converting food into signals that can shape fear, calm, vigilance, and even training success. Drawing on a global shelter study across Denmark, Malaysia, C…

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452: Dancing with Discomfort: Re-train Your Brain to Conquer Illness | Ben Ahrens 56:16

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Can you re-train your brain to make it through illness or injury, and even improve your healing outcomes? Dr. Motley sits down with Ben Ahrens, a brain-retraining educator, to learn how neuroplasticity truly can help those battling chronic illnesses. Ben shares his story of how a debilitating Lyme infection left him bedridden for years, and how a f…

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Why Training for Resilience Could Save Your Life 1:46:06

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As soon as you think you have it all figured out, absolutely everything can change in an instant. What do you do when out of nowhere, life hands you a serious injury or diagnosis? In this episode, I'll be sharing hard‑won insights from recovery after being sidelined in a serious high speed hit‑and‑run wreck. We'll explore: Why it's best to train fo…

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451: Why Your Metabolism Isn’t Just About Food | Erin Power 42:58

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Erin Power sits down with Dr. Motley to explore how women can change their emotional programming around food and their bodies while also correcting metabolic dysfunction (and how the two things may be more connected than you would guess!). A nutritionist and health coach with 15 years experience, Erin shares with us the science behind the Epic Brea…

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450: Mental Health is Brain Health: Functional Neurology | Dr. Eboni Cornish 1:02:50

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Did you know tick-borne diseases, like Lyme, and parasites can affect your brain, cognition and your mental health? Dr. Motley sits down with Dr. Eboni Cornish, Associate Medical Director of Amen Clinics to find how these infections can break through the blood-brain barrier. Dr. Eboni walks through what this looks like, and, most importantly, provi…

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Episode 25: 10 Gut-Friendly Tips for Socialising and Traveling with IBS with Rachel Larsson 20:58

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Social events and travel should be fun, right? But if you’re living with IBS, they can feel more like a minefield of stress, bloat, and food fear. In this solo episode, I’m sharing 10 practical, gut-friendly tips to help you feel more confident, in control, and at ease when you're eating out, attending events, or packing your bags for a trip. Becau…

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449: Everyday TCM Secrets for Your Home | Sara Jane Ho 54:39

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In this episode, Dr. Motley sits down with Sara Jane Ho, host of Netflix’s Mind Your Manners and TCM advocate, to explore her personal journey with Traditional Chinese Medicine and Feng Shui. Sara provides some practical, everyday TCM secrets she learned about energy, health and more from her childhood spent in Hong Kong and her adulthood in Beijin…

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S2E11: The Silent Energy Leak That Drains Us 27:31

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There's a quiet form of stress we mistake for normal — a constant readiness that silently drains our energy. I personally discovered it not too long ago, and in this episode I share how to spot it and take your power back. You'll learn: The brain science behind anticipation and anxiety How even a silent phone nearby burns glucose and attention Why …

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448: How to Regulate Your Mind and Follow Your Spirit | Frank Elaridi 1:05:55

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Energy healer and friend of the podcast Frank Elaridi joins Dr. Motley today for a wide-ranging conversation about regulating your mind, practicing the discipline of being present and healing emotional energy. While reflecting on his own complete lifestyle shift and spiritual journey, Frank provides tips on how to control your mind and use it as a …

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Josh Trent: How to Build Emotional Resilience in the Age of Distraction 1:32:21

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How do you build agency and resilience in a world that profits from your distraction? How can we live with authenticity when everything feels fake? What if the hardest parts of being human are actually just a result of cultural conditioning, quietly shaping your life from the shadows of your subconscious mind? On today’s show, we go deep with my fr…