Finding Genius Podcast

In this episode, we sit down with Andrew Daniel, an award-winning author, spiritual teacher, and director at the Center for Cinesomatic Development . In 2022, he released Awaken to Your True Self , for which he received the 2022 gold Nautilus Book Award. Drawing from somatic therapy, mindfulness, and spirituality, Andrew is on a mission to help entrepreneurs, artists, professionals, and leaders br...

Hemp products are being sold in new and creative ways every day. As this continues to happen, people like Amir Nezhad and his team have dedicated their time and energy to developing the perfect line of recreational delta products. So how are these professionals revolutionizing the cannabis industry? Amir sits down to explain. Amir Nezhad is the President of TRĒ House, a company that is on a missio...

CBD has been on the rise for years. Since it's become widely available to consumers, the innovations have been endless. So, what are companies doing to stay at the cutting edge of CBD production and marketing? Jameson Rodgers joins the podcast to break it down. Jameson is the Co-Founder of CBDfx, a company that is dedicated to delivering the finest, purest, and most effective CBD products to new a...

In this episode, we sit down with Benson Agbortogo, an investor, profit consultant, and author of The Business System That Never Fails . In addition to this, he is also the Founder and CEO of Consistent Profit Tree. Through his work, Benson is on a mission to help others generate consistent profit from a Biblical perspective. Born and raised in West Africa, Benson became a Christian in March of 19...

Joining us today is Andrew Hammermeister, the Director of the Organic Agriculture Centre of Canada (OACC) and Associate Professor in the Faculty of Agriculture at Dalhousie University, Nova Scotia, Canada. He sits down to discuss his history in the field, and the lesser-known intricacies of organic farming. Dr. Hammermeister has worked with the OACC since 2002 and has been involved in the research...

In this episode, we are joined by William Jeynes, a Professor of Education at California State University, Long Beach who has graduate degrees from both Harvard University and the University of Chicago.  Having written for both the George W. Bush and Obama administrations, Professor Jeynes is no stranger to the nature of education and politics. He sits down with us today to discuss his work, and t...

How can you achieve success using psychological and creative strategies? Scott Cochrane joins the podcast to explain. With decades of experience in neuroscience and psychology, Scott is a growth acceleration adviser who helps people disrupt their thinking and transform bold ideas into tangible plans. Scott Cochrane is the author of Your Creative Mind: How to Disrupt Your Thinking, Abandon Your Com...

In this episode, we continue our conversation with Ken McCarthy, the author of Fauci's First Fraud: The Foundation of Medical Totalitarianism in America . In part 2 of this series, we dive deeper into the mysteries behind the AIDS pandemic and the 2020 global pandemic…  The conditions needed to create mass hysteria and control society seem to be carefully calculated. Is public health being weaponi...

Returning to the podcast is Ken McCarthy, an activist, educator, entrepreneur, and Internet commercialization pioneer. He sits down with us to discuss Fauci's First Fraud: The Foundation of Medical Totalitarianism in America , his latest book that dives into the logistics behind the AIDS pandemic – and how the 2020 global pandemic is eerily similar… The 2020 pandemic certainly affected all of us i...

Sharing the Christian message with others can be challenging, yet very rewarding. So how do Christian writers like Bob Walters navigate this responsibility? In this episode, we discuss the intricacies of the Christian faith – and the importance of meeting others where they're at… Bob became a baptized believer in Christ in the fall of 2001. Since then, he has devoted his time to writing, editing,...

In this episode, we discuss the intricacies of plant genetics and microbiome science with Dr. Maggie Wagner. Dr. Wagner is an Assistant Professor and Assistant Scientist in the Department of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology at the University of Kansas. Here, she focuses her research on the genetic basis of plants' interactions with their environment in both natural and agricultural systems.  Dr. Wag...

Gary Conley, the Chief Scientist at 2NDNATURE, joins the podcast to discuss how he uses his expertise in hydrology, pollution dynamics, and applied math to tackle water pollution problems. With a goal of improving watershed stewardship and reducing the cost of clean water in US communities, Gary draws from nearly 20 years of experience in his field to mitigate the challenges of water pollution… 2N...

Energy and food production is constantly evolving, and as resources seem to dwindle, experts are looking at alternative approaches to a multitude of ecological issues. Joining us today to discuss his perspective on this matter is Rob Avis, an expert in renewable energy and regenerative design. Rob is the Owner, Lead Instructor, and Engineer at Verge Permaculture – an internationally-recognized and...

Glucose is in a vast array of the food we eat. From fruit to sweet corn, these types of foods can be a healthy part of our diets – in moderation. So what happens when we ingest too much glucose? Dr. Richard Jacoby, one of the country's leading peripheral nerve surgeons, joins us to explain… Dr. Jacoby is the author of Sugar Crush: How to Reduce Inflammation, Reverse Nerve Damage, and Reclaim Good...

In this episode, we sit down with Ali Wing and Dr. Jason Ryder. Both guests are from a company called Oobli, where Ali serves as CEO, and Jason as the CTO and Co-Founder. Oobli is a company on a mission to solve society's sugar problem. By deriving sweet proteins from fruits, they use breakthrough technology to provide sweet lovers with a healthy alternative to sugar. Oobli wants to make its produ...

Military working dogs, contract working dogs, and other service dogs serve a very specific purpose for mankind. But what happens when they retire? Where do they go? In this episode, we sit down with Bob Bryant of Mission K9 Rescue to find out… Mission K9 Rescue is a non-profit organization that was founded in 2013. With a dedication to the service of retiring and retired Military Working Dogs, Con...

Today we sit down with David Trood (AKA Weedy), a prize-winning travel and commercial photographer who has a Youtube channel called The Weedy Garden. As someone who delivers a passionate narrative about people and nature, Weedy is on a mission to push the boundaries of visual storytelling. During COVID lockdowns, Weedy used this time as an opportunity to create a garden of self-sufficiency followi...

What role does phosphorus play in the world? From some of the most lethal substances to the most vital, phosphorus is a complex element that is often overlooked.  So, what makes phosphorus so special? Dan Egan, the author of The Devil's Element: Phosphorus and a World Out of Balance , sits down to explain. Released in March of 2023, Dan's latest book outlines the past, present, and future of what...

How do Vitamin D and genomic ancestry impact cancer cells? Dr. Moray J. Campbell, a research scientist at Cedars-Sinai Cancer, joins the podcast to explain… Dr. Campbell is a cancer biologist who studies the genomic and epigenomic drivers of hormone-dependent cancers. By utilizing high-dimensional data approaches and bioinformatic analyses, Dr. Campbell is on a mission to uncover the scientific my...

What role does soil health play in sustainability and green living? Dr. Sally Brown, a Research Associate Professor at the University of Washington's School of Forest Resources joins the podcast to explain. Dr. Brown focuses her research on soil health, climate change mitigation, biosolids recycling, and wastewater treatment. She believes that by making the use and reuse of wastes part of our dail...

Today we sit down with Dan Shapiro, the CEO, and Co-Founder of Glowforge. Glowforge is an iconic 3D laser printer that has the ability to create millions of products – anything from wallets and lamps to furniture. Dan is no stranger to startup companies. Having been awarded a dozen US patents, he has been the brains behind brands like Robot Turtles, Sparkbuy, Photobucket, and more. In addition to...

In this episode, we connect with Francis J. Beckwith, a Professor of Philosophy and Church-State Studies at Baylor University, where he also serves as Associate Director of Graduate Studies in Philosophy and Affiliate Professor of Political Science. Francis is a philosopher who publishes and teaches in the areas of religion, jurisprudence, politics, and ethics.  Francis has authored more than 100...

Are you ready to dive into the latest veterinary nutrition studies about carbohydrates – and what they mean for our pets? Daniel Schulof, the Founder and CEO of KetoNatural Pet Foods, joins the podcast to explain. Daniel is an entrepreneur, activist, and science writer that focuses on exposing the factors responsible for the chronic disease epidemic that kills millions of pets each year. In 2016,...

In this episode, we are joined by Elise Granek, a Professor of Environmental Science in the Department of Environmental Science and Management at Portland State University. Elise's research primarily focuses on applied coastal ecology – specifically looking at the transition zone between land and sea. Elise and her team are on a mission to conserve the marine community, ecosystem processes, and bi...

Today we connect with Sally Jenkins, a Pulitzer Prize finalist and author of The Right Call: What Sports Teach Us About Work and Life . She joins us to discuss her writing career – specifically outlining the events and people she encountered that brought her to where she is today. As a sports columnist and feature writer for The Washington Post, Sally has spent a significant amount of time analyzi...