Connection

David Stelzer is the founder and CEO of Azure Standard, a company that has been leading the healthy eating revolution for over 35 years. He's also a third generation farmer. In this episode, David gives his insights into avian influenza, aka the bird flu, how farmers are responding, how we thinks it easily could be resolved and why it may not be. We also touch on the myths vs. facts of the hotly c...

 :04:00 - David's organic farming journey  :05:55 - The history of organic farming  : 11:45  - Hydroponic foods  :16:00 - The politics of food  :20:20 - Changes to organics  :29:00 - Difference between organic and regenerative agriculture  :40:00 - How much regulation should there be in agriculture?  :45:00 - Fertilizers in organic food  :49:00 - What you should buy organic  :50:45 - The debate ov...

Dr. Richard Amerling is a nephrologist in Florida who talks about why the demonization of fat and cholesterol was the worst message for health in this country! 02:40 - Why animal and animal fat is NOT the culprit of heart disease 08:30 - What metrics to analyze for heart health 09:50 - Metabolic syndrome 12:00 - Beef tallow vs. seed oils 15:45 - Government mandated dietary guidelines are wrong 17:...

Dr. Mark McDonald is a board certified child & adolescent and adult psychiatrist, with extensive additional training in adult psychoanalysis and expertise in working with children with autism and trauma, as well as obsessive-compulsive and bipolar disorders. He is also the founder of the website Dissident MD where he discussed the intersection of politics and medicine. Mark and I discuss every...

Jeff Hutt was the National Field Director for Robert F. Kennedy's presidential campaign and now helps to run the MAHA PAC. MAHA isn’t just a political entity; it’s a movement with a singular purpose: to ensure that the next four years are defined by a commitment to public health, sustainable practices, and a government that truly serves the people. The PAC is the bridge that connects a vision for...

Joy Pullman is the managing editor at The Federalist and the author of the book False Flag: Why Queer Politics Mean the End of America . Joy and I discuss everything from encountering and reckoning with truth, to the lack of maturity in today's culture, to why, despite what some say, America is not a pro-woman culture. We talk about how people can disagree and still love people, and of course, the...

Kitty Martone, aka The Healthy Gut Girl, tells us all about progesterone and why women should understand its function and benefits.       01:30 - What is progesterone?    05:15 - Estrogen dominance and estrogen myths   17:00 - Regulation of supplements and vitamins   19:00 - "Specialized medicine" vs. Holistic treatments   20:30 - How to heal with progesterone    24:30 - How to boost progesterone...

02:00 - WPATH files and experimental transgender treatments 09:00 - Ideology of transgenderism 11:00 - Alternative to WPATH 13:00 - The lies of detransitioning 15:45 - The role of parents 19:00 - The money in transgender care 28:00 -  Crossover with eating disorders Links: Detrans: True Stories of Escaping the Gender Ideology Cult Mary Margaret Olohan X Epoch Times WPATH Article Jennifer's Website

Kathryn Templeton, MA, RDT/ MT/LPC, E-500 RYT, C-IAYT, Ayurvedic Practitioner Kathryn Templeton has devoted her life to the health of others. A psychotherapist for 30 years, Kathryn is a Master Teacher in the field of Drama Therapy and continues to work both clinically and as an educator specializing in the treatment of individuals with anxiety, depression and complex trauma. As a C-IAYT, NAMA-reg...

Lewis Ungit spent years researching psychedelics, religion, and philosophy to write this book about how the latest fad of using psychedelics for spiritual enlightenment and psychological healing will affect people, culture and societies. We discusses the uniqueness of Christianity, policy, and well, drugs. Some of my favorite things. Enjoy. Introduction       2:40 - Lewis's story and why he wrote...

Jennifer Sey was at the pinnacle of her career and set to become the first woman CEO of Levi's apparel company.... and then she spoke up about the damage to children Covid lockdowns were having and lost everything. Except her voice. This is her story. We also talk about the false religion of the woke mob and, of course, feminism.  00:00 - Introduction     2:15 - Covid-y hairdressers and California...

In this episode Brian and I discuss all the flawed data and modeling - and the policy that resulted from it - during Covid, especially in California. We also get into the need for accountability for politicians and the bureaucracy and need for performance measurements. More about Brian below show notes.     3:00 - "Date-a" vs. "Dad-a" and defining terms     4:30 -  Covid data errors     9:00 -  Wh...

Joshua Mitchell is the author of "American Awakening: Identity Politics and Other Afflictions of Our Time." He argues that America's political crisis has a religious origin and that the extremes of identity politics are an expression of a dislodged Christianity. The book exposes the spiritual disorders that are paralyzing public life and highlights some surprising reasons for hope. Mitchell is a p...

Hattie Mitchell is the founder of Crete Academy , a non-profit charter school in downtown Los Angeles that mostly serves homeless and impoverished children. Hattie discusses what inspired her to start Crete and how she did it. Her journey and work is beyond inspirational. She is truly one of those angels here on earth and the world is a better place because of her.        2:00 - Hattie's journey  ...

Matthew Lohmeier served in the United States Air Force as well as well as the U.S. Space Force from 2020-2021 until he was separated from active duty for discussing the proliferation of Marxist rooted CRT theory in the military and its divisive impact on the force and mission. He self published his book, "Irresistible Revolution" and now is a highly sought after public speaker to educate people on...

Kassy discusses how she became a political conservative and how the left has captured college campuses. She also offers advice for young conservatives, who her favorite conservatives are right now, and gives her picks for the 2024 election.     5:30 - Kassy's upbringing and first college experience at Mount Holyoke    9:30 - How Kassy got involved in conservative politics and journalism   15:00 -...

Rebekah and I continue or conversation and dive deeper into the topics of faith, religion, feminism, and what it means to be a woman. You know, the light stuff. Of course, you'll find a healthy dose of humor as well. Enjoy!    1:30 - Useful debate vs. cancel culture and the uselessness of Twitter 12:00 - Purpose and meaning of life 16:30 - Faith, religion, leading by example and the church 35:00 -...

Rebekah is an author based outside of Nashville, TN. Her first book, Champagne For One, a Celebration of Solitude was published in February, 2022. We discuss everything from feminism and where it's gone wrong, to the importance of critical thinking, to her beef with Jessica Chastain. If you like some dry humor sprinkled in with some serious talk, this is the episode for you! https://rebekahiliff.c...

Chris is an author, producer, and podcast host and also serves as the Senior Pastor of Vintage Church Malibu. We discuss everything from God, family, sacrifice, faith, and what it means to be a Christian in a very lonely and isolated culture.       3:45 - Growing up with God      9:00 - On masculinity and being a leader in the family    12:00 - Christian perspective of marriage, submission, and co...

Kitty's interview runs the gamut - we discuss everything from her faith journey to, of course, gut and hormone health, to how our culture and the outer world can have an impact on our health.      2:00 - Kitty's faith journey    19:30 - How Kitty came to her health profession              - Gut health   30:00 - About progesterone   36:00 - About hormones   47:00 - Policy and Covid and politics 1:0...

Lance Christensen is a California education policy expert and is currently running for the position of state superintendent of public instruction in California. A father of five, Lance knows what it takes to produce an exceptional education experience and wants to ensure parents are added back in to the education equation. We discuss what exactly policy and politics is, California and of course, e...

Stay open to connecting to some of the wisdom of the guests in Season 2! They just may change your mind. 

Lance Christensen is my first guest on the NEW SEASON of the Connection Podcast! I am so excited to be chatting with Lance, a candidate for the State Superintendent of Public Schools in California. The election is June 7th so you won't want to miss this episode when it drops on June 1st! Stay tuned!

Hoyt talks about living in a cult, the ramifications of trauma, and how to use it to our benefit, and how the present culture reflects a cult-like mentality.      3:30 - Hoyt's cult story and power dynamics    15:00 - Processing and healing trauma     18:40 - How others are affected by addict/cult victim behavior    22:30 - How Covid mimics cult behavior    26:45 - More about Hoyt's cult     35:30...

Show notes:     02:10 - Erica's journey in occupational therapy.    05:00 - Fascia: What it is, how it gets stuck and its relation to trauma.    07:30 - Trauma response and how myofascial work helps release it. Fight or flight vs. rest and digest.    14:30 - How the brain responds to protect us. (Fight, flight, freeze.)    23:30 - How Erica prepares for healing sessions. And why her own personal d...