Join me as we get our hands dirty. Whether it's farm and garden work, construction and carpentry, cooking and food preservation, or bushcraft and survival skills, you will find something that inspires your creativity. We learn from some true masters of their crafts. Other times we jump head-first into a project, figuring it out as we go. We explore an endless variety of skills, trades, and crafts using both traditional and modern tools and methods.
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The Quiet Rebellion, hosted by Kathie Lapcevic, is a podcast and video interview series designed for those yearning to break free from the hurried pace of modern life. Together, we’ll explore inspiring ideas and practical strategies to rebel against mainstream norms, cultivate slower, more intentional living, and foster strong, connected communities. From nurturing healthy homes to living in harmony with the earth, we invite you to embrace a lifestyle rooted in simplicity, connection, and pu ...
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The Weston A. Price Foundation's Wise Traditions podcast is for those who seek optimal health based on traditional wisdom. We believe that vibrant health cannot be cultivated in a lab, engineered through modern technology or found through “improving” nature. On the contrary, “life in all its fullness is mother nature obeyed,” as Dr. Weston Price put it. We can learn from healthy societies of the past how to live healthier lives now. The Foundation's podcast is an invitation to follow traditi ...
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542: 40 Years of Farming Organically: Has it Been Worth It? With Bob Quinn
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41:16Naysayers suggest that organic, regenerative farming is impractical, expensive, and less productive than conventional farming methods. Farmer Bob Quinn has been at it for over 40 years and he is convinced that not only is organic and regenerative farming is possible, it produces greater yields and can be more profitable. He tells numerous stories t…
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541: Medicinal Clay Heals You Inside And Out With Neal Bosshardt
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47:10Arthritis. Acne. Colitis. Celiac's. This is just the beginning of a long list of ailments that clay can address. Medicinal clay has been used historically by people around the world to remedy a variety of illnesses. Taken internally or applied externally, the results are astounding. Neal Bosshardt expounds on how he got over his initial skepticism …
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Mending Matters: Stitching Resistance and Community
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54:32What if sewing on a button could be an act of resistance? In this episode of The Quiet Rebellion, Kathie talks with Maddie Kertay of Badass Quilter about the quiet power of mending—how it empowers individuals, supports community, and pushes back against fast fashion and throwaway culture. Together, they explore the emotional and practical layers of…
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540: Wi-Fi, Cell Phone And 5G Radiation Is Sickening With Odette Wilkens
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43:40What does 5G do to our health? What about cell phones and other radiation? And why is it that we cannot advocate for the removal of cell towers around us on health grounds? Attorney Odette Wilkens is the president, general counsel and co-founder of The National Call for Safe Technology. Today she offers studies about the negative impact of radiatio…
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Stop The Bill That Lets Pesticide Companies Off The Hook With Dr. Alexandra Muñoz
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34:43Provision 453 of the current House Appropriations bill for FY 2026 will create, in effect, a kind of liability shield for pesticide companies, protecting them from lawsuits. This means that if you are made sick by their products you will have no real legal recourse, even though scientific evidence points to the harm caused by their products. Today,…
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539: Detox from the Covid Shot with Christian Elliot
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44:44If you got one of the COVID shots, you're not stuck. Your body has the ability to detoxify. Where to start, though? Our guest today, Christian Elliot of Healing United, suggests avoiding what he calls "biochemical whack-a-mole". Instead, he recommends that you purify and nourish the body to support its innate detoxing capabilities. He begins by hel…
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The Myth of Modern Convenience: Why More Tech Isn’t Making Life Easier
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21:07Is all this tech really making life better or just busier? In this episode of The Quiet Rebellion, Kathie gently unpacks the modern myth that more technology equals more ease. From smart appliances to social media scrolling, she invites listeners to reflect on whether convenience is actually adding value—or quietly draining our time, money, and att…
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538: How A Solo Kayak Trip Around Greenland Led to Weight Loss, Resilience and a New Take on Nourishment with Mike Keen
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42:32Mike Keen came up with the idea of a kayak expedition off the coast of Greenland before he had any clue about how transformative it would be for his life and health and worldview! Today, he dives into what went down—what it was like eating the traditional Inuit diet (including fermented seal!), how his body responded to the kayaking and change in d…
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Slow Living & Creative Success: Finding “Enough” in a Busy World
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41:02What if success isn’t about money, fame, or followers? In this quiet, thoughtful conversation, Kathie talks with writer and gardener Anna Hewitt about redefining success on our own terms. They explore what it means to feel fulfilled, the pull of comparison on social media, and how small wins—like a thriving garden or a meaningful piece of writing—c…
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537: What You May Not Know About Energy For Healing Yourself And The Land With Anna Chaney
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46:13What if we considered a new/ancient approach for healing ourselves...and the land? Anna Chaney went out on a limb to try to find answers for her own health and stumbled upon "energy healing." And while it may sound "woo woo", energy medicine helped her resolve many chronic conditions that were plaguing her. Anna then went on to implement ancient pr…
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536: The Medical Industry Is Mostly Based On BS (Bad Science) With Dr. Jeremy Ayres And John Gusty
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42:38Most medical professionals don't read the latest studies. A lot of modern medicine is based on bad science (B.S.). Conventional medicine was never set up to promote good health; it was meant for profit. If these statements shock you, that is part of the point. Our guests today, Dr. Jeremy Ayres and John Gusty, are co-authors of "The Red Pill Revolu…
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Slow Summer: Living with Intention in a Fast Paced World
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17:25In this solo episode, Kathie invites you to embrace a slower, more intentional summer season. Drawing inspiration from the fleeting beauty of lilacs, she reflects on what it means to preserve both flavor and meaning in a fast-paced world. From making infused honey to sharing homemade tinctures on the porch, Kathie encourages us to savor the season,…
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535: Reduce Chronic Pain And Align The Body Through Nutritious Movement With Bam LionHeart
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41:03Why are more and more young people struggling with back pain, injuries, and chronic joint issues? Bam LionHeart suggests that just like we need to adopt a more natural, ancestral diet, we need to get back to natural movement patterns to reclaim our freedom to move with ease and pain-free. Bam is a natural movement coach and the founder of Primal Mo…
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534: How to Heal & Restructure Your Water...So It Can Heal You with Mario Brainović
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44:19The water in and around us is negatively impacted by EMFs and toxins in the environment. This makes the water chaotic in structure and less health promoting. But what if we could help restructure it so that it could do us good, once again? Mario Brainović suggests that coherent, properly structured water improves gut health, increases energy and ca…
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Imperfect Action: Finding Your Way Through Small, Messy Steps
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47:04In this episode of The Quiet Rebellion, Kathie sits down with Krista O'Reilly-Davi-Digui from A Life in Progress to explore the transformative power of imperfect action. Krista shares her journey as a recovering perfectionist, her deep commitment to intentional living, and how small, consistent choices—rooted in self-awareness and self-compassion—c…
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533: Can A Garden Help Usher In Peace On Earth? With Jim Gale
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35:05Can food abundance bring about peace? Jim Gale, the man behind Food Forest Abundance, believes it can. Today he discusses his big, lofty vision, along with practical ways we can get growing! He explains how permaculture works and how we can begin growing food wherever in the world we live to create the abundance that could eliminate much sickness a…
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532: Why Getting Botox is Like Playing Russian Roulette with Your Health with Megan McCue
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40:57You might think you would never get botox, but the allure of looking younger can get to just about anyone! This is what happened to today's guest, a self-described crunchy mom who decided to get the teeniest amount of botox treatment to diminish fine lines around her eyes. And it totally wrecked her health. Megan McCue is the author of Notox and Me…
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In this episode, Kathie sits down with Faye Ziegeweid of Queen Fayzel to talk about the quiet, meaningful practice of letter writing. Together, they explore how slowing down to write by hand can be a gentle act of resistance in today’s fast, digital world. From building heartfelt connections to creating snail mail habits that feel doable, this conv…
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531: Obesity And Hopelessness: A Teen’s Story Of Processed Food Addiction And Its Consequences With Helene Leeds & Penelope Popken
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48:23Have you ever felt addicted to ultra-processed foods---like you knew they were bad for you, but you couldn't stop indulging? This happened to our guest today who at age 15 weighed over 300 lbs. And she didn’t know who she was anymore. Today, Penelope Popken is 19 and she's overcome her addictive behavior. During this revealing interview, mother and…
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530: What Helps Fertility and What Hurts It with Lily Nichols
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50:01Wouldn't it be helpful to have straightforward nutrition and lifestyle advice for enhancing fertility? And to know what to avoid that may hinder your ability to get pregnant? Lily Nichols offers just what you're looking for on today's podcast. Lily is a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist and the author of Real Food for Fertility. Today, she goes ove…
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In this soulful and uplifting episode, Kathie chats with Gina Luker of The Shabby Creek Cottage about “beautiful distractions”—those small, intentional moments of creativity and joy that help us stay grounded in a chaotic world. Together, they explore how turning off the noise (literally and metaphorically) is a quiet act of rebellion, and how ever…
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529: The Raw Milk Rebellion: Why Young People Are Returning To Real Food For Healing With Will Witt
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49:54How did a guy into politics and the culture war become a health and wellness advocate? Will Witt is a 2x national bestselling author and international speaker. And today he talks about why young people need to question everything and be willing to rebel to regain their health. Will shares his own story of a serious diagnosis that had him questionin…
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520: Natural Beekeeping, The Best Honey, And How To Help Bees With Nathalie B.
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36:18Why are bees so important for our food supply and for life on this earth? How is "natural beekeeping" different from regular beekeeping? What are horizontal hives? And what can we do to protect natural bees in our area? And what's the deal with honey? How do we find the best source? Nathalie B. has answers to all of the above in today's podcast. Sh…
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528: A Generation Experimented On Without Their Permission with Alex Clark
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37:15Have Millennials and Generation Z been experimented on without their consent? Is their sickness a consequence of malfeasance of those responsible for our food, pharmaceuticals, and health care system? Alex Clark is the host and founder of Culture Apothecary and an outspoken advocate for healthcare reform and food freedom in America today. She is de…
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Not Just Nice: Wild Kindness & Fierce Compassion in Practice
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39:29Please note this episode has a few swear words - not much but some profanity. What if kindness wasn’t about being liked, but about being real? In this episode of The Quiet Rebellion, I’m joined by Jennifer Walter of The Scenic Route podcast for a deeply thoughtful conversation about reclaiming wild kindness — the kind that honors boundaries, embrac…
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527: Walk, Don’t Run And Other Important Health Shifts With Mark Sisson
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45:59How is running bad for us? Tennis shoes aren't doing us any favors. Cold plunges may be overrated. Mark Sisson is a pioneer in the ancestral health movement, known for his blog Mark's Daily Apple and the Primal Health Coach Institute. He is also the author of “Born to Walk”. Today, Mark highlights how good walking is for health and longevity. He al…
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526: The Damaging (& Insidious) Effects of Glyphosate and What Bayer is Doing to Avoid Liability with Kelly Ryerson
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37:48Glyphosate is a toxic carcinogenic chemical found in RoundUp, a weedkiller that is routinely sprayed on our lawns and crops. But the bad news doesn't stop there! It is making its way into the food we eat, the air, and the water. Worse still, the maker of glyphosate, Bayer, is working on passing liability shield legislation so that they cannot be su…
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A Pantry with Purpose: Resisting Consumer Culture One Jar at a Time
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55:01Author and blogger Kris Bordessa joins Kathie to talk about building a homemade pantry as a gentle act of resistance against consumer culture. From salad dressing swaps to pressure canning confidence, this episode is full of doable tips, encouragement for beginners, and reminders that kitchen skills grow with practice. If you’ve ever wondered how s…
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525: How To Find The Best Olive Oil And Why It’s Good For Your Gut, Brain, And Heart With Bianti Danaj
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45:14In Albania, olive oil is called “ilac”, medicine. It’s included as a daily ritual for generations--a source of nourishment, healing, and tradition. For many of us, in other regions of the world, we have less familiarity with olive oil. And then we see labels on olive oil bottles that say "cold-pressed", "extra virgin", and "organic". What do these …
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524: Beyond Blood: How To Address The Trauma Messages Your Body Is Sending You With Adam and Josh Bigelsen
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45:02"If we don’t understand how nature works, we’re just guessing at trying to fix things." Adam and Josh Bigelsen provide insight today in how to listen to the body's messages, in order to address them. If you have trauma (and, naturally, most of us do), it doesn't mean just doing emotional work for healing. The physical has to be addressed as well. T…
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523: Holographic Blood: The Surprising Way Your Blood Communicates The State Of Your Health With Adam And Josh Bigelsen
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51:54What if your body was trying to tell you something about your state of health...through your blood? And not just through blood tests or "live blood analysis" but via a holographic image?! Adam and Josh Bigelsen are carrying on the important work of their father, Harvey Bigelsen, the author of "Holographic Blood" and "Doctors are More Harmful than G…
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The Cozy Counterculture: When Hygge Becomes a Way of Life
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39:52What is Hygge really about? In this cozy and thoughtful episode, Kathie chats with Tessa Zundel of Homestead Lady about the deeper meaning of Hygge beyond candles and sweaters. They explore how it nurtures relationships, supports seasonal living, and acts as a quiet rebellion against modern overwhelm. A beautiful reminder that you already have what…
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522: It’s Not Just Food that is Ultra Processed: What You Don’t Know about The Water You’re Drinking! With Isabel Friend
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53:13We are essentially aquatic terrain. From before we were born till the day we die, we are surrounded by and filled with water! Isabel Friend, a water expert and educator, explains why this matters. She goes over the importance of water in ancient cultures and the science behind its many benefits for us (and its amazing properties)!…
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521: Why The American Dietary Guidelines Are Making Us Fatter and Sicker Than Ever With Nina Teicholz
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44:15The U.S. dietary guidelines are considered the "gold standard" of nutrition recommendations. But they are failing us. Americans are unhealthier (and more obese) than ever before. Nina Teicholz, the author of "The Big Fat Surprise", explains why they are faulty and based on poor science. She goes over how the guidelines were chosen, its ties to the …
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Can routine be an act of quiet rebellion? In this episode, Kathie talks with Elisa from Apple Turnover about how establishing simple, supportive routines can help us live with more intention—and less hustle. They explore seasonal living, the realities of ADHD, community care, and the power of doing “the small work.” It’s a warm, grounded conversati…
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519: Top Tips for Strong Healthy Teeth: Tongue Scraping, Jaw Strengthening, Reversing Cavities, and More with Dr. Dominik Nischwitz
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41:26What dental care practices are helpful and which are overly hyped? Is it a good idea to use oral exercise devices? What about tongue scraping and flossing? What should we look out for when it comes to toothpaste and mouthwash? Dr. Dominik Nischwitz, author of It’s All in Your Mouth, highlights what is best for strong healthy teeth and a beautiful s…
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The Power of Vintage Skills in a Modern World
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26:18In this episode of The Quiet Rebellion, Kathie Lapcevic chats with Lisa Sharp from Retro Housewife Goes Green about the power of vintage skills in modern life. From cooking from scratch to mending clothes, they explore how these timeless practices foster self-sufficiency, resilience, and even quiet rebellion against overconsumption. They also tackl…
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518: What the Nurses Saw: The Perversion of Medicine During Covid With Ken McCarthy
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43:23They say that those who do not study history are doomed to repeat it. This is why we are releasing this podcast focused on what happened in hospitals during the "pandemic." Ken McCarthy is the author of "What the Nurses Saw," and today he reveals the systemic issues in patient care that occurred during the time of COVID-19—from unethical changes in…
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517: Steps to Really Make America Healthy Again with Sally Fallon Morell
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29:49To make America healthy again is going to take more than a political movement! Today, Sally Fallon Morell, the president and founder of the Weston A. Price Foundation, weighs in on the campaign platform that was part of the Republican platform in the 2024 elections. Sally tells what she believes was behind the movement, what it is overlooking, and …
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The Quiet Rebellion: Simple Acts of Resistance for a Meaningful Life
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18:15In the very first episode of The Quiet Rebellion, Kathie Lapcevic explores the power of simple, intentional living as an act of quiet resistance. From mending clothes to cooking from scratch, supporting local businesses, and embracing lifelong learning, she shares practical ways to break free from consumer culture and cultivate a more meaningful, c…
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Prioritizing Financial Simplicity & Intentional Wealth-Building with Prisca Benson
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44:48In this episode of The Quiet Rebellion, Prisca Benson, a money coach and nurse, joins Kathie to discuss intentional money management, prioritizing financial goals, and breaking free from consumer culture. Prisca shares practical steps to align your spending with your values, create a budget that empowers rather than restricts, and plan for both exp…
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516: How Mold, Microplastics, and Stress Damage Your Heart with Dr. Jack Wolfson
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45:19What's the best way to strengthen our hearts to avoid heart attacks, atrial fibrillation, bypass surgery, and heart disease? Dr. Jack Wolfson, a self-described "natural cardiologist", offers unconventional advice today about what to do for all of the above. (Hint: it doesn't include statin drugs or avoiding cholesterol or animal fats.) Jack also po…
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The Quiet Rebellion, hosted by Kathie Lapcevic is a podcast and video interview series designed for those yearning to break free from the hurried pace of modern life. Together, we’ll explore inspiring ideas and practical strategies to rebel against mainstream norms, cultivate slower, more intentional living, and foster strong, connected communities…
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515: Documenting Hope: The Reversal Of Autism Spectrum Disorder With Beth Lambert
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45:06According to statistics from the Centers for Disease Control, in 2020, 1 in 36 children has autism spectrum disorder in the United States. Beth Lambert is an author, documentarian and the founder of Documenting Hope, a group committed to the prevention and reversal of chronic health and developmental conditions in children, including autism, ADHD, …
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514: Dealing With Hurdles And Haters When You Leave Vegan Diets And Seed Oils Behind: Inspo From Former Vegan Chef Mollie Engelhart
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43:13Lots of people transition from the vegan diet to one that includes meat and animal products...but few do so on a public stage. Former vegan chef Mollie Engelhart had a dietary change of heart that became very public when she changed the menu and name of her restaurant in California. That's when the virtual and in-person backlash and vitriol began. …
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513: The Media, Mind Control and How We Are Being Poisoned with Jason Christoff
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42:18There are currently techniques being implemented to psychologically manipulate, persuade, and control the public. We're not just referencing marketing firms trying to get you to purchase something. From Hollywood movies to government programs, there are subtle systems and approaches in place to alter behavior...and negatively impact the health and …
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512: Begin Here: 5 Ancestral Foods To Bring Into Your Kitchen
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40:09You want to eat a more nutrient-dense diet. You get it. You're ready to get some basics down. Well, roll up your sleeves because Alison Kay from the Ancestral Kitchen Podcast and The Fermentation School is going to empower you to do just that. Alison today shows you which 5 traditional foods to introduce into your diet. She explains how to make the…
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511: German New Medicine: What Is REALLY Making You Sick? with Dr. Melissa Sell
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1:00:11What if your body isn't malfunctioning but adapting? Could trauma or conflict be the root cause of the dis-ease you’re experiencing? Dr. Melissa Sell, a chiropractor and New Medicine consultant, shares an insightful overview of Germanic New Medicine (GNM), a radically different approach to healing. Many of us spend years overhauling our diets or tr…
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510: The Power of Peanuts & Copper and the Problem with Climate Change with Matt Roeske
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46:17What if everything we’ve been told is backwards? Peanuts have been labeled bad for us due to mycotoxins, but what if they’re actually protective—especially against EMFs? And copper, once a staple in our lives through pipes, tools, and cups, has been replaced with iron, PVC, and plastic. Why did we move away from this beneficial material? In this ep…
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509: How Weight Loss Is Related To The Vibration Of Food & Life Force Energy With Whitney Aronoff
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42:47Here's a fresh approach for weight loss! Instead of counting calories or eating less and moving more, what about taking into account the vibration of food, i.e. its life force energy? This is what Chef Whitney Aronoff, of High Vibration Foods, recommends on today's episode. Whitney's approach focuses less on the numbers on the scale and more on how…
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