Finding Genius Podcast

Environmental toxicologist Martin Wagner joins the show today to discuss the effect of plastics and other endocrine-disrupting agents on human health and the ecosystem at large. In this episode, you will learn: Roughly how many compounds have been detected in many plastic products, and what percentage of those compounds are actually identifiable What one of the main challenges is in determining wh...

Aquatic ecotoxicologist Marco Vighi is studying the water cycle in agriculture and presence of plastics. He shares vital information with listeners such as: The different sizes and sources of plastic in our water such as micro, macro, and nano plastics; The concern for acute aquatic toxicity and why our inability to measure nano plastics is concerning; and What we do know about the types of plasti...

From shampoo to carpeting to baby bottles, chemicals are prevalent in our everyday items. Author Rick Smith discusses accompanying concerns such as: The depth of this issue, calling it the second great pollution problem facing humanity. Why the health effects of pollution from such chemicals are prevalent and should be taken seriously. Alternatives for many everyday products that are available. Co...

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Leo Galland the author of The Allergy Solution: Unlock the Surprising, Hidden Truth about Why You Are Sick and How to Get Well . Dr. Galland is a translational clinician that spends his time analyzing basic scientific research to effectively help his patients.  Dr. Galland researches the impact of intestinal microbes and intestinal permeability on health and d...

In this episode, we sit down with Sheri L. Johnson Ph. D., a Professor of Psychology and the Director of the CalMania (CALM) team at the University of California Berkeley. With a passion for mental health, her research focuses on improving diagnosis, treatment, and bestcare practices for patients who suffer from bipolar disorder and depression. Dr. Johnson has studied psychiatry and psychology for...

In this conversation, we discuss gardening with Jessica Hicks, the founder of Itty Bitty Micro Farm. Alongside her husband, Michael, Jessica started Itty Bitty Micro Farm as a way to bring highly nutritious, sustainably produced, organic foods to their community. With a background in restaurant management, Jessica and Michael decided to pursue gardening during the pandemic. Embracing the idea of p...

In this episode, we sit down with Daniel Malone, the Founder and Content Creator at Malone Financial. As a qualified accountant, tax advisor, and financial advisor, Daniel specializes in sharing his knowledge about personal finance with those who need it most. After quitting his job with one of the leading financial services firms in the world, Daniel shifted his focus to online financial educatio...

Today we connect with Judith Curry to discuss various climate change issues. As a renowned climatologist and former chair of the School of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences at the Georgia Institute of Technology, Judith's research covers a range of topics; but her views on climate change are not necessarily considered mainstream… Over the years, Judith has published over a hundred scientific papers a...

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Researchers, physicians, and the layman alike are becoming more and more interested in understanding the role and function of the microbiome, and how it may be contributing to different states of health and disease. In the Department of Oral Pathology and Microbiology at Bharati Vidyapeeth Dental College and Hospital in India, assistant professor Priya Nimish Deo is collecting data and reviewing t...

Mark A. Cruz, D.D.S, a pioneer in the dental industry, shares information on modern dentistry, snoring causes and effect, snoring treatment , rhinitis, and stuffy noses. Dr. Cruz is a seasoned, trusted family dentist who approaches all dental issues with a macro lens, considering his patients' overall health, instead of simply treating problems as they occur. Dr. Cruz graduated from the UCLA Schoo...

Dr. Theodore Belfor, dental innovator and expert, discusses a wide variety of dental issues with a special emphasis on airway issues, snoring causes and effect , as well as snoring treatment. Dr. Belfor graduated from the New York University School of Medicine. He works in Catskill, NY and specializes in General Dentistry. Dr. Belfor discusses airway issues, daytime and nighttime, from stuffy nose...

Once again, we are joined by Dr. Bill McGraw, a boundary-pushing research scientist with a passion for alternative health technology. He sits down to discuss microcurrent therapy – and how it can be used to reduce pain and inflammation… Dr. McGraw has been practicing holistic medicine for years. Coming across the benefits of microcurrent therapy has inspired him to bring it to his patients. So, wh...

In this episode, we connect with Daniel L. Dreisbach, a professor at the American University School of Public Affairs, who teaches in the Department of Justice, Law, and Criminology. As an author, academic, and attorney, Daniel is a long-time student of law and politics in the American founding era.  In 2016, Daniel published Reading the Bible with the Founding Fathers , a book that outlines the f...

In this episode, we sit down with Sheilagh Maguiness, MD, FAAD, a board-certified pediatric dermatologist and Associate Professor in the Department of Dermatology at the University of Minnesota Medical School. Dr. Maguiness has a special interest in diagnosing and managing vascular anomalies and is an expert in hemangiomas, capillary malformations, and complex vascular birthmarks.  With years of e...

Anger is a powerful emotion that can be extremely difficult to control. But what happens when we use this to our advantage? Reframing anger has the potential to help facilitate emotional balance and bring peace to our lives, and Moshe Ratson sits down to explain his approach to this distinct philosophy… Moshe is a Therapist who practices Individual Therapy, Couples Therapy, Marriage Counseling, an...

As AI continues to develop, scientists are figuring out new and improved ways to use it in the medical field. When it comes to widespread diseases such as cancer, could AI be the tool we've been looking for to develop cutting-edge functional treatment?  Thomas Fuchs, a scientist in the groundbreaking field of Computational Pathology, sits down to enlighten us on this intriguing subject… Working wi...

Today we connect with Jagmeet Singh, an organic gardener and Youtuber who owns Daisy Creek Farms. Upon buying 20 Acre farmland, Jagmeet and his wife set out to build an organic "U-Pick Farm". Here, they grow strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, boysenberries, loganberries, blackberries, and more – all available for consumers to pick. With a background in IT, Jagmeet's heart has always been with...

Farming and ranching are an integral part of American culture and food production. For generations, families have been providing crops and livestock to people across the country. So, how are they doing this successfully and sustainably? Tara Vander Dussen and Natalie Kovarik join us to explain… Tara and Natalie are the two co-hosts of Discover Ag the docuseries and Discover Ag the podcast. For the...

Today we connect with Brian Grim, the founding president of the Religious Freedom & Business Foundation and global chairman of Dare to Overcome. The relationship between economic sustainability and freedom of religion or belief for all is a passion of Brian's – so much so that he has become the world's leading expert on the subject… Brian has authored numerous academic articles and books. Drawing...

How can a customized health plan improve your life? Sometimes physical fitness can feel like a futile attempt at enhancing body composition – that's where Re:Vitalize Weight Loss & Wellness comes in… In this episode, we chat with Dan LeMoine, the co-founder of the innovative company Re:Vitalize Weight Loss & Wellness. He joins us to discuss how his company's distinct approach to weight loss is ref...

How do successful companies scale and create fantastic retail experiences for their customers? Kelley Thornton, the CEO of Tiege Hanley, Inc., joins us today to discuss this and much more… Kelley describes himself as a "serial entrepreneur", and since founding Tiege Hanley in 2015, he has focused his expertise on a distinct marketing strategy: uncomplicated skin care for men. Skincare is an import...

In this episode, we connect with award-winning Functional Medicine MD Dr. Peter Kozlowski. Dr. Kozlowski's practice centers around healing from chronic disease and maintaining long-term health by identifying underlying causes, focusing on nutrition, gut health, hormones, and toxins. Dr. Kozlowski is also the author of Best-Selling books Get the Func Out and Unfunc your Gut, works that address ​​me...

What's in your sweat, and what can it indicate about your overall health? What if we could use biosensors to track it and improve your overall quality of life? While sweat may not be at the forefront of mainstream science, this type of technology may be more powerful than some may realize… Today we sit down to discuss all things sweat-related with Dr. Shalini Prasad. Dr. Prasad is a Professor in t...