Best Steven Rhodes Podcasts (2025)

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627. Deep Detox Your Cells and Restore Balance in a Blue Light World w/ SaunaSpace’s Brian Richards 2:38:24

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It’s time to sit down with Brian Richards, founder of SaunaSpace®, to explore the profound role light plays in our health and consciousness. After healing his own chronic issues through near-infrared sauna therapy, Brian became a pioneer in merging ancestral wisdom with modern light biology, and today’s conversation takes us deep into that world. B…

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Ep. 278 | UDL, Bagels, And Barbecue: Designing Lessons That Fit All Learners w/ Kyle Niemis 42:54

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What do gluten-free chips, high-protein bagels, and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) have in common? They’re all about meeting everyone’s needs, and that’s exactly what former middle school teacher turned tech coach Kyle Niemis is passionate about. In this episode, we break down the real classroom implementation of UDL, point out the differences…

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626. Listener Q&A: Travel Hacks, Business Blunders, & Overcoming Spiritual Fatigue w/ Luke & Alyson 1:50:36

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We’re back with another listener AMA, and this one covers a lot of ground, literally and figuratively. As always, my wife Alyson Charles Storey joins me to answer your questions with no script, no agenda; just presence and truth. This episode begins with reflections on our recent time in Nevada City, where we explored biocompatible living spaces, r…

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625. From Ancient Myths to AI Gods: How Stories Shape Our Reality w/ Ben Stewart 2:03:06

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In this episode, I sit down with filmmaker and musician Ben Joseph Stewart, a true pioneer in the conscious art space, to explore how story, symbolism, and film shape the way we see the world. We dive into the power of story as the oldest human technology (older than science, older than data) and why myth, metaphor, and narrative influence our cons…

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Ep. 277 | Human First: Teaching Smarter Using AI Optimism w/ Becky Keene 23:27

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Want to bring your whole district together with one simple tool? ClassDojo for Districts makes it easy to engage families and strengthen school communities—at every level. It’s the number one communication app trusted by millions of K-12 teachers, now with district-wide oversight and controls. From Pre-K to high school, ClassDojo connects your scho…

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624. Why Biomimetics Are the Future: Pain-Free Fasting, Exercise, & Longevity w/ Dr. Chris Rhodes 1:34:18

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Fasting is one of the most talked-about health practices of our time, yet it’s also one of the most misunderstood. That’s why I’m thrilled to sit down with Dr. Chris Rhodes, PhD in Nutritional Biochemistry, to dive deep into the science, history, and future of fasting for health and longevity. Chris explains how fasting is hardwired into our biolog…

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623. Soil, Sovereignty, & Sacred Self-Reliance: Accelerate Your Homesteading Journey w/ Curtis Stone 2:00:47

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It’s time to dig into one of my favorite topics: true independence and off-grid living. Curtis Stone is a renowned small-farm educator and author of The Urban Farmer who has built a thriving 40-acre homestead in British Columbia. We trace his journey from punk-rock musician to urban farmer, and how a brutal winter storm in Montreal sparked the real…

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Researcher of the Month: Dr Cara Swit Discusses Children's Perspectives on Technoference 41:09

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Our latest Researcher of the Month, Professor Cara Swit, is a leading expert in early childhood social development, who has been exploring a question that often goes overlooked: what do children think about their parents’ device use? Her latest study gives six to nine-year-olds the chance to share their perspectives through drawings, role play and …

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Episode 211 - Dr Kathy Weston Talks with Paula Mackenzie and Paul Pomroy: Insights and Inspiration on Leadership from Two CEOs from the Business World 50:00

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In this interview, we spoke to two titans of the business world, CEOs of major companies who are also parents juggling family life. How do they do it? What are their tips for busy parents? But also, what leadership tips might they have for education leaders or anyone supporting children and young people? Listen to their views on education, aspirati…

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Ep. 276 | Smarter Schools With AI Data: Doowii’s Big Idea w/ Ben Dodson 37:30

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This episode is sponsored by Doowii. Doowii brings all of your district’s data together. When data is scattered across systems and buried in outdated reports, it’s hard to turn that data into action. Doowii connects your SIS, LMS, assessments, staffing, financial data, and more into one secure, conversational intelligence platform designed for all …

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622. From Hops to Hormones: How Calocurb Gives You Freedom from Food Cravings w/ Sarah Kennedy 1:25:31

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Meet Sarah Kennedy, CEO and founder of Calocurb, a revolutionary weight management product born from 15 years and $30 million of New Zealand government-backed science. If you’ve ever struggled with your relationship to food, including overeating, yo-yo dieting, or the constant battle with your willpower, this conversation will give you a refreshing…

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621. Pilgrimage to the Heart: Trauma, Transformation, and Collective Healing w/ Luke & Alyson Storey 2:39:06

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We’re back with another listener AMA, and this one might be our most heartfelt yet. I sit down with my wife, Alyson Charles Storey, and our conversation weaves through themes of grief, forgiveness, and family legacy as I share the story of honoring my father’s life and final wishes. From the surreal experience of his memorial to an unexpected pilgr…

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620. The Fight for Vaccine Truth: Banned, Blacklisted, and Still Speaking Out w/ Andrew Wakefield 1:51:06

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In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Andrew Wakefield, physician-turned-filmmaker and one of the most controversial voices in modern medicine. From his early days as a gastroenterologist in the UK to becoming an outspoken critic of vaccine policy, Andy shares the story of how listening to parents and pursuing uncomfortable questions about children’…

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Ep. 275 | If Not You, Then Who? Creating AI Moments That Stick with Kristen Brooks 25:49

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Want to bring your whole district together with one simple tool? ClassDojo for Districts makes it easy to engage families and strengthen school communities—at every level. It’s the number one communication app trusted by millions of K-12 teachers, now with district-wide oversight and controls. From Pre-K to high school, ClassDojo connects your scho…

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619. Sacred Currency: Bridging Frequency, Flow, and Financial Power w/ Elizabeth Ralph 2:31:24

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I’m joined today by the brilliant Elizabeth Ralph, former energy trader turned spiritual teacher, investor, and host of The Spiritual Investor Podcast. Elizabeth’s Spiritual Investor Method blends financial strategy with energetic alignment, helping people move from survival-mode money patterns into effortless wealth and sovereignty. We dig into ho…

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Researcher of the Month: Dr Megan Reynolds on Student Voices in the Smartphone Ban Debate 50:55

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How do young people really feel about smartphone bans in schools? We've chatted with Dr Megan Reynolds, postdoctoral researcher at the Anti-Bullying Centre, Dublin City University, whose recent study shines a spotlight on students’ voices in this high-profile debate. Moving beyond statistics, her qualitative research captures how pupils experience …

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618. Are Mountains the Corpses of Titans? Giant Trees, Fossil Beasts, & Earth's Hidden History w/ Mike Wilkerson 2:23:07

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I sat down with Mike Wilkerson, a former teenage hacker turned chiropractor and independent researcher, for a mind-bending conversation that explores alternative history, non-standard cosmologies, gigantism, and rapid petrification. We dive into the wild territory of his new research: giant ancient trees, petrified megafauna, and the possibility th…

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Episode 209 - Dr Cassie Rhodes Talks with Dr Nomisha Kurian: Supporting Children’s Use of Generative AI 43:53

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How are children engaging with generative AI and what do they need to stay safe, informed and empowered? In this wide-ranging and thought-provoking conversation, Dr Nomisha Kurian, a leading researcher on AI and children's wellbeing, talks about the unique ways in which young people are using tools like ChatGPT, Alexa and AI-powered apps. Drawing o…

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Ep. 274 | 2025-2026 Beginning Of The Year Keynote 20:48

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What do your classroom and sourdough bread have in common? In this inspiring keynote episode, we explore how patience, preparation, and purposeful pedagogy are the secret ingredients to a thriving school year. From pro tips on using ChatGPT and Google Gemini in the classroom to mindset shifts that set the tone for student success, this episode is p…

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617. Is GLPerfect Nature’s Ozempic?: Natural Tools to Rebuild Your Metabolism w/ David Roberts 1:48:51

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I’m joined once again by the brilliant David Roberts, co-founder of Mara Labs, for a deep dive into the metabolic health crisis and the surprising science behind real, sustainable wellness. David walks us through the metabolic cascade that begins every time we eat, and why this natural process breaks down with age, inactivity, and modern diets. We …

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Episode 208 - Dr Hope Christie Talks with Professor Maria Loades and Natalia Kika: Rethinking Digital Support for Teen Mental Health 53:38

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In this insightful conversation, Dr Christie speaks with Professor Maria Loades and PhD researcher Natalia Kika from the University of Bath about innovative, evidence-based ways to support adolescent mental health, both for teens and their parents. They explore the development of Unlock Wellbeing, a free website featuring quick single-session inter…

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Turning My Wounds Into Wisdom: Luke as Guest on Wax On Wax Off (Bonus Rebroadcast) 2:16:23

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What happens when a culture forgets how to initiate its youth? In the absence of rites of passage, adolescents are left to create their own—often through drugs, risk, and rebellion. I know because I was one of them. In this bonus episode from Wax On Wax Off, I reflect on how addiction became my initiation in a society that offered me no meaningful …

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Episode 207 - Dr Kathy Weston Talks with Dr Maame Afua Nikabs: Speaking Up for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion 40:21

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Dr Weston talks with Dr Maame Afua Nikabs, linguist, author and advocate for justice, about the power of speaking up, and the practical steps we can all take to advance diversity, equity and inclusion. Drawing on her lived experience and her work supporting organisations through LingLab, Dr Nikabs explores how language, bias and silence can hold pe…

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We're shining a spotlight on UCL PhD researcher Chiara Fehr, whose thought-provoking work explores the role of social media platforms like TikTok in shaping teenage girls' identities, values and experiences. Chiara shares insights from a group of teenage girls on everything from algorithmic bias to body image, consumer culture and the complexities …