Best Doug McKenna Podcasts (2025)

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Part 2 with Shane McKenna 27:31

22d ago27:31

27:31

Dougie and Shane continue their discussion on Dougie’s spontaneous trip and add some political commentary to the discussion

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When Scientific Consensus Fails: Gary Taubes on Challenging Nutritional Dogma 1:21:35

12h ago1:21:35

1:21:35

In this landmark 200th episode of "Stay Off My Operating Table," Dr. Philip Ovadia and Jack Heald sit down with investigative journalist Gary Taubes, whose work fundamentally changed Dr. Ovadia's approach to medicine and personal health. Taubes recounts his journey from physics journalism to nutrition science, where he discovered a field plagued by…

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Spontaneous Trip to Denver 21:51

4d ago21:51

21:51

Dougie discusses his trip to Denver

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Big Dave to the DR 23:43

4d ago23:43

23:43

David Mendoza discusses his trip to the Dominican Republic

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The Toxic Mold Link to Autoimmune Disease and Heart Problems with Dr. Andrew Campbell 1:01:13

8d ago1:01:13

1:01:13

Mycotoxins (mold toxins) are frequently overlooked causes of numerous chronic health conditions including autoimmune disorders, neurological diseases, and heart problems, and proper testing and treatment can lead to remarkable recovery for patients who have suffered for years with no answers. KISMET The World Health Organization refers to mycotoxin…

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Why This Former Sports Medicine Expert Switched to a Carnivore Diet - Carnivore JT 53:35

14d ago53:35

53:35

The main idea is that a carnivore diet can resolve chronic inflammation and health issues that conventional approaches like calorie restriction cannot, as demonstrated by JT's personal experience and experiments. KISMET JT discovered that while on a carnivore diet, he could consume up to 4,500 calories daily without gaining weight, contradicting co…

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From Suicidal to Optimal Health: Ben Azadi's Metabolic Revolution 58:41

21d ago58:41

58:41

The primary idea is that changing your nutrition can heal both physical and mental health issues by removing interferences that block the body's natural ability to heal itself. KISMET While many people associate obesity with visible weight gain, Ben shares that although he was clinically obese at 34% body fat, most people wouldn't have recognized h…

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Final NFL Mock Draft 35:05

21d ago35:05

35:05

Dougie and Drust give their final mock draft before the nfl draft

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Part 1 with Shane McKenna 31:09

21d ago31:09

31:09

Dougie and Shane discuss Dougie’s trip to Colorado

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Healthcare Transitions: A Nurse's Guide to Helping Seniors Navigate the System - Cheryl Field 1:02:41

21d ago1:02:41

1:02:41

The healthcare system is complex and challenging to navigate, especially for seniors and their caregivers, but preparation and knowledge can help you maintain control, advocate effectively, and achieve better outcomes during healthcare transitions. KISMET While most assume senior care facilities and nursing homes operate based on modern nutritional…

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What the Carnegie Classifications Mean for You 30:48

23d ago30:48

30:48

For more than 50 years, the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching has been categorizing institutions in a functional but basic way–by the highest degree the institution awards and the amount of research generated by the institution. Even as American higher education changed significantly from the early 1970s, the classifications remai…

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Carnivore Diet Success: How Courtney Luna Lost 55 Pounds and Improved Mental Health 50:01

29d ago50:01

50:01

Courtney Luna's personal transformation from a lifelong yo-yo dieter to a healthier person through a carnivore diet has not only helped her lose 55 pounds but also significantly improved her mental health, allowing her to discontinue anxiety medication. KISMET Despite facing intense criticism online only after removing vegetables from her diet (not…

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From 'Hopeless' to Healthy: How Roxana Soetebeer Reversed Type 2 Diabetes 51:41

1M ago51:41

51:41

Roxana Soetebeer, once considered a "hopeless" type 2 diabetic on 50 units of insulin, completely reversed her condition through a ketogenic diet, demonstrating that type 2 diabetes is not the "chronic progressive disease" her doctors claimed it to be. KISMET When Roxana's blood sugar levels dangerously spiked to the 400s, her desperate late-night …

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Beyond Calories: Understanding the Real Causes of Weight Gain with Dr. Lonky - Dr. Stewart Lonky 55:15

1M ago55:15

55:15

Environmental toxins cause epigenetic changes that make fat cells malfunction, leading to obesity that is difficult to reverse through diet alone. KISMET The average newborn baby has over 200 toxic chemicals in their placental blood before they take their first breath, and laboratory animals on strictly controlled diets are getting fatter despite n…

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How Cash-Pay Healthcare is Cutting Medical Costs by 50%: A CrowdHealth Success Story - Andy Schoonover w/ CrowdHealth 52:59

2M ago52:59

52:59

CrowdHealth is revolutionizing healthcare by creating a community-funded alternative to traditional insurance, where members pay cash for medical services at significantly lower rates while maintaining high-quality care. KISMET While most would assume large insurance companies like UnitedHealthcare (the 7th largest company by revenue globally) woul…

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The 110th Annual Meeting 24:52

2M ago24:52

24:52

The AACRAO Annual Meeting is a phenomenal event for networking, learning, and catching up with friends and colleagues. This year’s meeting, held in Seattle, Washington, brought together more than 1,700 higher education professionals for breakout sessions, plenaries, timely topics, and great fun. Key Takeaways: The AACRAO Annual Meeting continues to…

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Overrated & Underrated NFL Teams 27:22

2M ago27:22

27:22

Dougie and Drust discuss the overrated and underrated NFL teams from this past offseason and teams heading into 2025

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Holy Week with Monsignor Joe 32:28

2M ago32:28

32:28

Monsignor Joe Curry joins us again as we discuss Holy Week and what it means to us as we come close to celebrate Easter Sunday

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Devils Clinch , Luka Returns , NFL Question Marks 39:29

2M ago39:29

39:29

Dougie and Drust discuss the latest surrounding the world of sports , The Devils , NHL , NBA , NFL , WNBA

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World Series Contenders vs. Pretenders: Who's Truly Ready to Win? 22:06

2M ago22:06

22:06

In this episode, we analyze the MLB teams vying for the World Series title, breaking down the true contenders and identifying the pretenders. Tune in for an honest look at which teams have what it takes to make a championship run.

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March Madness , Duke , Bueckers or Clark ? 28:09

2M ago28:09

28:09

Dougie and Drust discuss the Final Four and give their prediction , They compare the impact of Paige Bueckers and Caitlin Clark and who had the bigger impact in their careers and talk about Duke's domination this March.

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Opening Day Live from Mollys Public House 53:42

2M ago53:42

53:42

Dougie’s and Drust go over major league, baseball opening day, Russell Wilson, to the Giants, and much more live at Mollys Public House.

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Top 4 NFL Draft Prospects 25:38

2M ago25:38

25:38

David Mendoza joins Dougie as they discuss Dave’s top four NFL draft picks, Aaron Rodgers' future, and more.

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Is Vegetable Oil a Bigger Driver of Chronic Disease than Sugar? Dr. Chris Knobbe, MD 56:24

2M ago56:24

56:24

EPISODE SUMMARY After a successful career in clinical practice, Dr. Chris Knobbe's personal experience with dietary changes led him to investigate the root causes of AMD, the leading cause of irreversible vision loss in people over 50. His research revealed a startling pattern: age-related chronic disease was extremely rare before the widespread in…

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MLB Season Preview 40:45

2M ago40:45

40:45

Dougie and Drust go over the MLB with their picks and predictions for the upcoming season

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Body, Mind, and DNA: How Lifestyle Changes Transform Your Genes - Dr. Kien Vuu 50:58

2M ago50:58

50:58

Living in a constant state of stress and unworthiness triggered genetic changes that led to disease, while conscious lifestyle choices and emotional healing reversed those conditions. KISMET Research shows that emotional trauma can be passed down through generations via genetic markers, but positive lifestyle changes can create new neural pathways …

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Mock Draft 2.0 1:01:33

2M ago1:01:33

1:01:33

Dougie and Drust go over offseason question marks and give their Mock Draft 2.0

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A toast to the high seas 30:52

2M ago30:52

30:52

Dougie , Dave and Ray discuss Dougie’s recent trip on Odyessy of the seas

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Why Fatty Meat Heals: A Doctor's Revolutionary Health Discovery - Dr. Robert Kiltz 54:50

2M ago54:50

54:50

Dr. Robert Kiltz, a renowned fertility specialist and founder of CNY Fertility Centers, reveals how our modern "healthy" diet may be triggering widespread inflammation and disease. In this compelling episode, Dr. Kiltz shares his personal journey of healing through a carnivore diet and explains the fascinating science behind why fatty meat might be…

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Air Quality Expert Reveals Why Your House May Be Making You Sick - Michael Rubino 53:56

3M ago53:56

53:56

Indoor air quality expert Michael Rubino reveals why the air in your home could be making you sick, even if you're doing everything else right for your health. Learn how modern energy-efficient buildings might be trapping harmful particles inside and what you can do about it. KEY POINTS Modern energy-efficient homes can trap contaminants inside, po…

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Natural Health Framework: From Inflammation to Optimal Wellness - Travis Statham 57:19

3M ago57:19

57:19

Travis Statham, a nutritional science expert, joins Dr. Philip Ovadia to explore the carnivore diet, the harmful effects of seed oils, and the evolutionary logic behind human nutrition. His research on grass-fed versus grain-fed beef reveals how omega balance impacts health, while his critique of seed oils exposes their role in chronic disease. Thi…

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Artificial Intelligence in the Registrar’s Office 51:34

3M ago51:34

51:34

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a hot topic everywhere these days. What is it, what are its promises, and what are its current limitations in terms of applicability to the work we do in a registrar’s office. You’ll hear from the Chief AI Officer at George Mason University about the promises and challenges of AI, and from a privacy and information l…

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Sailing Adventures 30:37

3M ago30:37

30:37

Dougie and Drust discuss their recent cruise together on different ships

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NFL Insights 28:35

3M ago28:35

28:35

The state of the Giants , Jets , Steelers and Raiders

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Mock Draft 27:05

3M ago27:05

27:05

Dougie and Drust give their first mock draft for the NFL Draft

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The Ultimate Health Model: A Blueprint for Preventing Chronic Disease - Benjamin Smith 46:21

3M ago46:21

46:21

Meet Benjamin Smith, an auto detailer turned health researcher who developed a groundbreaking visual framework for understanding chronic disease. His journey from experiencing unexplained health issues to creating the Ultimate Health Model demonstrates how the body's natural healing abilities can be activated through simple lifestyle changes. Smith…

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From Health to Wealth: How Physical and Financial Fitness Work Together - Loral Langemeier 55:07

3M ago55:07

55:07

While most people assume divorce is the leading cause of wealth loss, unplanned health incidents are actually the number one destroyer of wealth worldwide. Financial expert Loral Langemeier highlights the critical connection between maintaining both health and wealth. In this compelling conversation with Dr. Philip Ovadia, Loral draws powerful para…

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Super Bowl Free For All Fun 22:40

3M ago22:40

22:40

Shane wants to talk about the Super Bowl and they have some fun doing so with some fan calls and more

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Catching up with Shane 27:00

3M ago27:00

27:00

Shane is back in town as they discuss the places he has visited

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Super Bowl LIX Recap 34:39

3M ago34:39

34:39

Dougie’s and Drust go over Super Bowl 59

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Josh Allen wins NFL MVP 22:46

3M ago22:46

22:46

Dougie iss joined by David Mendoza as they discuss Josh Allen, winning MVP

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Super Bowl Trivia 21:56

3M ago21:56

21:56

Dougie test’s Jimmy and his Super Bowl knowledge

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“Fat Ginger Nerd” Lost 110 Pounds in 15 Months - Brendan Reid 56:58

4M ago56:58

56:58

Meet Brendan Reid, author of "The Fat Ginger Nerd," who transformed his life by losing 110 pounds in just 15 months after decades of struggling with conventional dietary advice. In this episode, Brendan shares how he went from being a skeptical follower of traditional guidelines to finding success through a methodical approach to low-carb eating, u…

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Super Bowl Hype , NBA Moves and more 37:07

4M ago37:07

37:07

Dougie and Drust discuss the latest surrounding developments in the world of sports

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Answering Fan Questions 30:04

4M ago30:04

30:04

Dougie answers fan questions and emails regarding some sports topics

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Cancer and Metabolic Health: A Radiation Oncologist's Journey - Dr. Christy Kesslering 1:04:09

4M ago1:04:09

1:04:09

Dr. Christy Kesserling, a radiation oncologist, shares groundbreaking insights about the connection between metabolic health and cancer treatment. Her journey from conventional cancer treatment to incorporating metabolic health principles offers new hope for cancer patients. In this compelling episode of Stay Off My Operating Table, Dr. Kesserling …

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Giants QB Crisis, Luka’s Move & Super Bowl Showdown 35:12

4M ago35:12

35:12

In this episode, we dive into some of the hottest topics in sports today! First, we break down the blockbuster Luka Doncic trade and what it means for the future of the NBA. From there, we switch gears to the New York Knicks and their recent performance, analyzing what they need to take the next step. We also shift to football, where we discuss the…

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2009 Super Bowl , What ifs 26:07

4M ago26:07

26:07

Episode Title: "2009 NFC Championship: Vikings' Shot at the Super Bowl" In this episode, we dive deep into the 2009 NFL season, exploring the NFC Championship Game between the New Orleans Saints and the Minnesota Vikings. While the Saints ultimately made it to Super Bowl XLIV, we make the case that the Vikings, led by a rejuvenated Brett Favre, wer…

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Eagles and Chiefs meet up in SB LIX , Super Bowl Logo Conspiracy 34:43

4M ago34:43

34:43

Dougie and Drust discuss Super Bowl 59, Jimmy and his birthday wishes for his teams. The Super Bowl logo conspiracy theory and more

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Rocky Mountain Laughs 30:29

4M ago30:29

30:29

Join Zoe, Shane, and Dougie as they dive into Shane’s unforgettable time in Colorado, full of laughs, wild stories, and unexpected adventures. From the highs of the Rocky Mountains to the quirky moments that only come with life on the road, this episode is packed with good vibes. The crew also tackles everything from trivia and spontaneous tangents…

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