Healthy Discourse with Dr. Wiggy and Emily Saunders

By now you've likely heard of the "new booster". Dr. Wiggy and Emily discuss the bivalent booster, the research behind it, the proposed reasoning, potential concerns, and what this means for mandates, specifically on college campuses. We also discuss the new Brazilian study.

Adam Draper joins the show to share about his work with Pacific Justice Institute and the cases they are currently handling. We also discuss a recent proposal from the Department of Education that has HUGE implications on Title IX and the definition of "sexuality". Yes, even private schools need to pay close attention.

For decades many have desired to raise their families and be left alone, mostly trusting institutions to be mostly good. The past several years have amplified the fact that we must get uncomfortable and be willing to be "canceled" to become warriors for the next generation. Emily shares her thoughts about why this matters so much with a goal of inspiring others to engage in the public sphere.

Have you heard of new Code of Conduct regulations in schools?  How about the new buzzword "restorative justice"?  Sarah Absher, Forsyth County NC School Board candidate and expert researcher, joins the show today to share her research about what restorative justice is, how it's affecting school safety, and the long term implications of implementing this theoretical approach to discipline on our st...

Staci Kay revisits the show today to discuss her personal story of working as a nurse and nurse practitioner in a large hospital ICU setting over the first 1.5 years of COVID.  Staci shares her story about what was really happening on the "inside", how she shifted her focus, started her own practice and now helps patients through her own Telehealth clinic.  We also discuss patient demand for bette...

What in the world is MTHFR? Why does it matter and how is it treated? Dr. Wiggy dives in to these questions and also covers why knowing about MTHFR can be helpful in our health awareness and decisions for ourselves and our families.

In our favorite episode to date, Dr. Peter McCullough, joins Dr. Wiggy and Emily to discuss why and how he keeps fighting for truth and compassionate patient care despite being stripped from most every accolade and acclaimed position in his enviable career. Don’t miss this powerful, raw and real conversation with America’s most courageous doctor. Be sure to check out Dr. McCullough’s phenomenal bo...

As we age we can begin to consider pain, especially from exercise, as a part of life. This does not have to be the case! TJ McClurg, PT joins the show to talk about a more natural approach and modalities to help with pain management and recovery, especially with athletes and those who are active.

The BA.5 variant is all over the news. Is it a big deal? Who is at risk? How is it treated? We also discuss Monkeypox and the WHO's recent declaration of a global health emergency.

Dr. Reni Moon, a  pediatrician for over 20 years, joins Emily to discuss the current state of medicine.  As the daughter of immigrants who escaped communism, Reni offers a unique perspective as we discuss the themes of controlled narratives toward the public as well as in medical education and institutions.  We also discuss the past two years' negative mental health impact on our nation's children...

Women are fed messages around self-care and self-love at every turn.  While self-care IS important, it's definition is too.  It easily becomes a slippery slope for women to fall into a cycle of self-discovery, self-love, self-acceptance, self-reliance and ultimately self as God. Emily Copeland has just released a book, Starving The Fairytale, that dives deep into these themes and how the...

Jessica Funk, DDS, concerned mom, and expert and sharing data in layman's terms, joins the show to dive into the data from the COVID-19  Pfizer trials for EUA in babies and young children.  We discuss trial numbers, efficacy, adverse reactions, and holes in the data that are yet to be answered.  Our hope is to provide questions for parents to consider and present to their pediatrici...

Emily just turned 40!  In this heart felt episode, Emily candidly shares 20 big life lessons she's learned over the past decade in all areas of life.  We hope you'll be encouraged as she discusses parenting, faith, fitness, marriage, and the wisdom that comes with a new decade.  If you would like to read or share her blog post it can be found here:  https://shop.mymomsanity.com/blogs/news/20-lesso...

As parents, we've been told for years that fluoridated water is necessary for children and their teeth.  Today, Rick North, joins the show to share about the history of fluoride research in kids, IQ and neurotoxicity concerns, and a new study in North Carolina through UNC Chapel Hill testing fluoridated bottled water on 3 month old to 4 year old's.  If you aren't familiar with the negati...

ADHD diagnoses are incredibly common among children today.  Dr. Nicole Craven, Integrative Pediatrician, returns to the show to answer some questions submitted by parents about symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, therapies, medication and her approach to helping children struggling with ADHD.  As with all medical challenges, every child is different and needs to be treated as such.  This is a must lis...

In this listener requested episode, Wiggy and Emily discuss hormonal birth control, how it affects women's hormones, it's effectiveness in treating things like heavy cycles, PCOS, hypothalamic amenorrhea, the long term safety and fertility implications and much more.  If you have a request please message us on Spotify or our Instagram or Facebook profiles. 

Life is stressful! What is adrenal fatigue? Do you symptoms point to the possibility of adrenal fatigue? How is it tested and treated and what lifestyle choices matter the most? Dr. Wiggy provides a great overview. Being extremely tired is not "normal" no matter your age or life stage.

Executive Director of Salem Pregnancy Center, Kimberly Jorgensen, joins the show to discuss the legal facts around Roe vs. Wade and the current case being considered at the Supreme Court. We discuss the specifics of the law, what actually happens if the case is overturned and some misconceptions around abortion law that are little known. Lots of important information in the short episode!

Do you feel overwhelmed in the space of your home? Is it hard for you to get rid of items that hold memories? Tricia Sheehan offers 6 practical and useful tips to help find joy in the space of your home. Grab Tricia's free Pantry Clean Out Guide here: https://triciasheehan.com/free-guide

School Board Candidate Sarah Absher joins the show to discuss an array of issues including informed consent, affirmation therapy, curriculum,medical interventions, and more. A must listen episode for parents and voters.

Why does medical freedom matter so much? How is medical freedom tied to parental rights? What does medical freedom even mean? How is medical freedom connected to religious freedom. Lots to discuss as we move into the 2022 Primaries.

Sara Lester, Physical Therapist and Dry Needling expert, joins the show to share all about the basics of dry needling. If you struggle with muscular pain or injury, this one is for you! Schedule a free consultation with Sara here: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/form/9AQKKqcLcQ5umsEE0W8K

Have you had a friend lose a spouse or loved one and had no idea what to do or say?  Emily's friend and business partner, Debbie Baisden, returns to the podcast today to share her experience after suddenly losing her husband and becoming a single mom to four young boys.  She offers tips about the helpful and not so helpful gestures and comments from others. She also shares her journey to finding l...

Wiggy just turned 40 and we also celebrated 20 years together on that day. Today's episode is a bit different as we talk about wisdom and growth and identity and how basically everything has changed in those years as God has grown us individually and together.

Momsanity, a company that Emily helped found in 2013, writes quite a story.  From meeting her business partner Debbie at small group, the sudden loss of Debbie's husband, Emily becoming a first time mom, to the early days of getting started and how God has used us and grown us over these past 9 years leaves only Him deserving the accolades.  Our journey to build a company on the four pillars of mo...