Leigh Brandon

Beyond The Pain

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Beyond The Pain is your guide to uncovering the real root causes of chronic pain and reclaiming a life without limits. Hosted by Leigh Brandon—Functional Medicine Practitioner, CHEK Faculty Instructor, and author with nearly 30 years of experience—this show explores the physical, emotional, nutritional, and environmental drivers of pain. Through expert interviews and solo insights, you’ll discover holistic strategies that heal, empower, and transform where conventional methods fall short.

Author

Leigh Brandon

Category

Health

Podcast website

www.bodychek.co.uk

Latest episode

Jul 6, 2026

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Episodes

136 - Overcoming Adult Acne Through Holistic Healing with Evan Transue 27.01.2025

In this episode of the Radical Health Rebel Podcast, I sit down with Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner Evan Transue to discuss his personal battle with adult acne. Evan shares the challenges he faced, the emotional toll it took, and the turning points in his journey toward healing. We dive deep into the holistic processes he used to address the root causes of his acne, rather than just...

134 - Brain-Gut Connection: Unraveling Limbic Impairment Syndrome with Courtney Jacobs 20.01.2025

Welcome to the latest episode of the Radical Health Rebel Podcast!  In this fascinating conversation, I sit down with Courtney Jacobs to delve into the profound connection between the brain, nervous system, and gut health.  We explore how imbalances in the brain and nervous system can impact the gut, potentially leading to significant health challenges. Courtney shares her expertise and practical...

133 - Why 92% of New Year’s Resolutions Fail: The Truth About Getting Healthy with Leigh Brandon 13.01.2025

Many individuals struggle to stick to health-related resolutions, with a staggering 92% failing to adhere to their plans year after year. This episode explores key psychological barriers like lack of awareness, motivation issues, emotional struggles, and support systems while also providing actionable insights to facilitate lasting change. I discussed: 0:00 Breaking Through Health Goal Barriers 13...

132 - Arthritis: The Best Thing That Ever Happened to Me with Phil Escott 06.01.2025

Welcome back to the Radical Health Rebel Podcast! Today, I’m joined by Phil Escott, author of Arthritis: The Best Thing That Ever Happened to Me . Phil's journey is nothing short of extraordinary. Once crippled by psoriatic arthritis, he endured years of pain and frustration trying to find answers through conventional medicine and various dietary approaches, including vegetarianism and vegani...

131 - Holistic Approach to Chronic Pain with Nisha Srivastava 30.12.2024

This week on the Radical Health Rebel Podcast, I chat with fellow CHEK Practitioner, Yoga, and Pilates Instructor Nisha Srivastava about her distinctive approach to addressing chronic pain. We explore Nisha's diverse background, delving into her studies of Eastern and Western philosophies, and how she masterfully combines the strengths of both to guide her clients toward a pain-free life. Tun...

129 - Preventing Chemotherapy-induced Diarrhoea with Jason Hawrelak & Erin O’Meara 23.12.2024

In this episode, I’m joined by Erin O'Meara and Jason Hawrelak to discuss their groundbreaking study, "Preventing chemotherapy-induced diarrhea and microbiota imbalances with prebiotics and probiotics in breast cancer treatment: A case report." We explore how strategic use of prebiotics and probiotics can support gut health during chemotherapy, reduce side effects like diarrhea, and...

128 - Overcoming Chronic Pain by Harnessing Subconscious Power with Jenny Harkleroad 16.12.2024

What if the key to overcoming chronic pain lies not in pills or surgeries, but within your own subconscious mind? Join us as we embark on an inspiring journey with Jenny Harkleroad, who transformed her life from being dependent on medication to achieving profound healing through holistic methods. Jenny shares her remarkable experience with approaches like Touch for Health, kinesiology, and Psych-K...

127 - Dealing with Fungal & Parasite Overgrowths with Martin Pytela 09.12.2024

Mercury toxicity from dental fillings left our guest, Martin Patella, grappling with a series of health challenges that conventional medicine couldn't solve. On the Radical Health Rebel podcast, Martin illuminates his transformative journey from Czechoslovakia to becoming a health advocate and the founder of Life Enthusiast, a platform dedicated to tackling chronic degenerative and inflammato...

126 - Energy, Chakras & Managing Chronic Pain with Dr Mary Sanders 02.12.2024

In the latest episode of the Radical Health Rebel Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Mary Sanders for a captivating discussion about Chakras, Energy Medicine, Endocrine Glands, the HPA Axis, and their profound connections to chronic pain. We dive into how these systems influence each other and play a critical role in health and healing. If you're looking to understand the energetic and physiologica...

124 - Eczema & Topical Steroid Withdrawal Are Preventable with Briana Banos 25.11.2024

This week, I’m thrilled to bring you a powerful and eye-opening conversation with the amazing Briana Banos—a talented documentary maker and passionate advocate for TSW (Topical Steroid Withdrawal). We’re diving into the devastating impacts of this iatrogenic condition, caused by the overuse or overprescription of topical steroids, often given for atopic dermatitis, or eczema.  As someone who dealt...

123 - My Chronic Back Pain Journey with Katie Rothwell 18.11.2024

In this powerful episode, I sit down with Katie Rothwell to explore her deeply personal journey through chronic lower back pain that began after childbirth. Katie quickly realized that there was more to pain than just the physical injury to her tissues. This revelation sparked a transformative journey, leading her to uncover emotional, psychological, and even energetic sources of pain that extende...

122 - Overcoming Skin Conditions Using Ayurveda with Sondra Rubin 11.11.2024

In this episode, I’m joined by Sondra Rubin, a Board Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner with extensive experience in the ancient healing tradition of Ayurveda. Together, we explore the fascinating connections between skin conditions, autoimmune diseases, and the healing potential of Ayurveda. Sondra dives into the Ayurvedic approach to skin health, shedding light on how internal imbalances can manif...

121 - Healing the Gut to Reverse Female Hair Loss with Saril Vasquez 04.11.2024

Discover a groundbreaking connection between gut health and female hair loss with our esteemed guest, functional medicine practitioner Cyril Vasquez. Gain insights into how imbalances in the gut microbiome can influence hair health, as Cyril shares her personal journey of overcoming hair loss. Learn about holistic approaches that target the root causes of hair loss, and understand why this conditi...

120 - Homeopathic Remedies for Muscle Strains & Ligament Sprains with Dr Jo Polich 28.10.2024

In this week’s episode of The Radical Health Rebel Podcast , I sit down with Dr. Jo Polich, a leading expert on Arnica and other homeopathic remedies for injury recovery, especially sprains and strains. Dr. Jo combines scientifically validated methods with traditional knowledge, offering effective solutions for both athletes and non-athletes alike. We explore how these remedies can be a powerful a...

118 - Ayurvedic Healing: Gut Health and Pain Relief with Dr. Shivani Gupta 21.10.2024

In this episode of The Radical Health Rebel Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Shivani Gupta, an Ayurvedic practitioner with expertise in blending Eastern and Western practices to help the body achieve equilibrium. Dr. Gupta holds a Master’s in Ayurvedic Sciences and a PhD focused on Turmeric. We dive into the ancient wisdom of Ayurvedic medicine, exploring its profound insights and how it can be applie...

117 - Gut Health & Chronic Pain: Unveiling the Connection with Leigh Brandon 14.10.2024

Could improving your gut health hold the key to alleviating chronic pain? Join us on the Radical Health Rebel podcast as we uncover the compelling connection between the gut health and your body's pain response. We promise you'll emerge with a clearer understanding of how your gut influences neurotransmitter production, impacting everything from mood to pain perception. This episode unra...

116 - Alleviating Chronic Pain with Structured Water: Insights from Benjamin Smith 07.10.2024

Can structured water be the key to alleviating chronic pain? Tune in to this enlightening episode where we welcome Benjamin Smith, the author of "Why You Are Sick," who shares his profound insights into the transformative potential of structured water for managing chronic pain, inflammation, and oxidative stress. Inspired by personal family health struggles, Benjamin's journey from...

115 - Demystifying Fats & Oils for Optimal Health with Udo Erasmus 30.09.2024

Have you ever wondered why some oils are beneficial while others can wreak havoc on your health? Join us as we sit down with Udo Erasmus, the visionary force behind Udo's Choice Oils, who demystifies the world of fats and oils. At 82, Udo's wisdom on how high temperatures and chemical treatments in oil production create toxic byproducts is invaluable. This episode peels back the layers o...

113 - Unlocking Pain Relief Through Meditation with Matthew Zoltan 23.09.2024

Unlock the transformative power of meditation in managing pain as we sit down with former yogi monk, Matthew Zoltan, on this episode of the Radical Health Rebel podcast. Discover how Matthew's incredible journey—from a shearer and horse breaker to a massage therapist and yogi monk—has equipped him with unique insights into the mind-body connection. Matthew reveals how extensive meditation pra...

112 - Is Vitamin A Behind Psoriasis? A Deep Dive with Dr. Garrett Smith 16.09.2024

In this episode, I sit down with Naturopathic Doctor Garrett Smith to dive into the complex world of Psoriasis and explore a surprising potential factor behind the condition—vitamin A.  We discuss how this essential nutrient, often hailed for its health benefits, may actually play a role in triggering not just Psoriasis but a range of other health issues as well. Dr. Smith breaks down the science,...

111 - Survival Archetypes & Chronic Pain with Greg Schmaus 09.09.2024

This week, I had an incredible conversation with fellow CHEK Practitioner, Greg Schmaus, and trust me, you won’t want to miss this one! We dove headfirst into the fascinating world of survival archetypes and their sneaky role in chronic pain and ill-health. 🧠💥 Ever felt like you’re stuck in a loop of pain or negative patterns? Greg and I unpacked how the Victim Archetype and The Saboteur can be...

110 - Chronic Pain & The Bio-Psycho-Social Model with Sherry Shaban 02.09.2024

Welcome to this week's episode!  Today, I had the pleasure of speaking with the insightful Sherry Shaban, an osteopath and life and fitness coach, who brings a wealth of knowledge on the bio-psycho-social influences on chronic pain. I was particularly eager to dive into Sherry's unique, multi-disciplinary approach to addressing chronic pain—a method that looks beyond just the physical sy...

108 - Curing Pain with Depth Healing with Dr Grant Kruhly 26.08.2024

In this episode of the Radical Health Rebel podcast, I have an enlightening conversation with Dr Grant Kruhly, the founder of Depth Healing. Together, we delve into profound topics that impact human health and explore how we can reverse ill-health through unconventional methods.  Our discussion covers the powerful roles of the subconscious mind, energy, spirituality, and channelling in alleviating...

107 - How To Heal Constipation Naturally with Melissa Klepacki 19.08.2024

Welcome to another episode of the Radical Health Rebel! Today, I'm thrilled to have Melissa Klepacki join us. Melissa is a root cause health consultant, healer, and acupuncturist who has transformed her own health after battling Lyme Disease and chronic constipation. In this episode, we dive deep into the techniques Melissa uses to help her clients overcome constipation for good. We’ll explor...

106 - Improve Posture, Reduce Pain with Aesha Tahir 12.08.2024

This week on the Radical Health Rebel podcast, join us for an enlightening conversation with Exercise Physiologist Aesha Tahir, the esteemed author of "Unhunched: Discover Wellness Through Posture."  Aesha specializes in correcting posture to help individuals achieve pain-free movement, challenging the scientific consensus that dismisses the connection between posture and pain. In this e...

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