Kennedy Saves the World

This week, Kennedy challenges people to shift how they think about exercising and instead consider their workouts as training. Kennedy explains how she discovered the power of changing your perception of exercise when she first began training for triathlons, the mistakes she made when she first began participating in races and the emotional experience of victory she felt was after completing a hal...

This week, Kennedy is joined by Co-Anchor of America’s Newsroom and author of Everything Will Be Okay: Life Lessons for Young Women (from a Former Young Woman), Dana Perino. Dana explains the importance of mentorship for young women in the professional world, considering your work-life balance as an investment in your happiness long-term and using your worries as fuel to become more productive in...

This week, Kennedy is joined by Director of immigration studies at the CATO Institute's Center for Global Liberty and Prosperity, Alex Nowrasteh to discuss libertarian solutions for the growing crisis at the U.S.-Mexico border. Alex breaks down why neither the Republicans nor Democrats have been able to find a sustainable solution on immigration and explains the need for a more simplified immigrat...

This week, as COVID-19 vaccinations start to increase and more of the country begins opening up, Kennedy discusses the aspects of life she will miss when the lockdowns are over and pandemic ends. She praises the close connections she has seen formed as a result of the lockdowns, how the pandemic will change society moving forward and how we can hold onto the positive differences made during the pa...

This week, Kennedy is joined by the Founder and Medical Director of Drip Hydration, a board-certified Doctor of Addiction Medicine and a member of the American Society of Addiction Medicine, Dr. Abe Malkin. Dr. Malkin helps break down the science behind hangovers, why some people are more susceptible to them, and how to prevent hangovers from occurring altogether.   Follow Kennedy on Twitter: @Ken...

This week, Kennedy is joined by family medicine doctor and survival expert, Dr. Teimojin Nicholas Tan, DO FAWM. Dr. Tan explains how everyday people could possibly perform an appendectomy in the woods, and what he recommends listeners do, practically, to survive a medical emergency in the wilderness. Follow Kennedy on Twitter: @KennedyNation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.c...

This week, Kennedy discusses her disdain for teachers' unions in major states and cities who refuse to go back to work even with PPE and COVID-19 vaccines, despite the negative impact on children’s education. She breaks down how remote learning diminishes children’s education and development and the hypocrisy of teachers voicing safety concerns about returning to the classroom while traveling for...

This week, Kennedy is joined by cardiothoracic surgeon and President of the Western States Board of the American Heart Association, Dr. Kathy Magliato. Dr. Magliato explains how the pandemic has served as a wake-up call for making the FDA more efficient in the future, why women’s heart health is so crucial in our society and the importance of being aware of symptoms that could save your life. Foll...

The COVID-19 vaccine rollout has been a major focus the past few months and Kennedy is breaking down her thoughts and opinions on the process and how it could be improved.  Kennedy discusses a creative solution to bringing the vaccine to communities without easy access to pharmacies and she urges listeners to be proactive in making sure extra vaccine doses do not go to waste. Follow Kennedy on Twi...

This week, Kennedy speaks with fashion expert, Heidi Merrick, about how she designs clothes that prioritize both comfort and style. They discuss how Heidi’s fashion was influenced by the surfing culture she grew up with, why you shouldn’t wait to wear a favorite piece of clothing, how clothes impact a person’s self-worth. Plus, Heidi shares a few of her personal fashion do’s and don’ts. Follow Ken...

This week, Kennedy speaks with Chair of the Department of Psychology at Columbia University, Dr. Carl Hart about his book, Drug Use For Grown-Ups. Dr. Hart explains his goal in writing the book was to shift people’s perspectives on drugs. He also weighs in on the relevancy of addiction and overdoses when it comes to the conversations on drugs, his main issues with the war on drugs and how the medi...

This week, Kennedy is joined by Representative Thomas Massie (R-KY) to discuss his life, off-the-grid on 1,000 acres of a multigenerational family farm. Rep. Massie shares the best ways he's found to heat his home and feed his family, the importance of acting locally while becoming self-sustainable, and the advice he has for people looking to become more resource-efficient. Follow Kennedy on Twitt...

With just days until Valentine's Day, Kennedy gives her best tips for enjoying Cupid's holiday, regardless of your romantic situation or pandemic limitations. She discusses the importance of enjoying yourself, feeling your best, and embracing solid coping strategies. She also breaks down social media etiquette while dating and the only kind of couples going “all-out on” on V-Day. Follow Kennedy on...

This week, Kennedy is joined again by Dr. Tro Kalayjian, the director of Dr. Tro's Weight Loss and Direct Primary Care. Kennedy and Dr. Tro discuss Kennedy's experiment with a Ketogenic diet over the past month, the benefits of Keto for health and sports performance and they share their favorite Keto comfort foods.  Follow Kennedy on Twitter: @KennedyNation   Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...

This week, Kennedy is joined by Damon Root, the author of A Glorious Liberty: Frederick Douglass and the Fight for an Antislavery Constitution. They discuss Frederick Douglass' upbringing as a slave, his love for the U.S Constitution, and his life-long pursuit of equality for women and Black Americans. Follow Kennedy on Twitter: @KennedyNation   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoic...

In statements made on MSNBC Thursday, former CIA Director John Brennan linked Libertarians to the violence and unrest at the United States Capitol on January 6th. Kennedy applies her Libertarian ideals and her belief in freedom to discuss the continued violence, hypocrisy, and political divisiveness she believes the United States is facing.  Follow Kennedy on Twitter: @KennedyNation   Learn more a...

This week, Kennedy is joined by Plant Medicine Expert, Shamanic Life Coach, and writer Kat Courtney, the Founder & CEO of AfterLife Coaching.  They discuss the use of Ayahuasca and other psychedelic "plant medicines" for the use of healing depression, PTSD, and other mental ailments. They also discuss the legality, safety, and efficacy of these substances.  Follow Kennedy on Twitter: @KennedyNatio...

This week, Kennedy discusses the unrest and violent protests on the United States Capitol. She touches on the President's response to the 2020 presidential election, how that response impacted the runoff election in Georgia and the resulting effects on America's present political moment. Follow Kennedy on Twitter: @KennedyNation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As this year draws to a close, Kennedy looks back at all the ways she has saved the world in 2020. Hear Kennedy's takes on extraterrestrials, the American drug crisis, and holiday pandemic travel. Follow Kennedy on Twitter: @KennedyNation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Kennedy is joined by Dr. Tro Kalayjian and Dr. Brooke Goldner to compare and contrast the keto diet and a vegan diet.  Dr. Tro is the director of Dr. Tro's Weight Loss and Direct Primary Care and advocates for a low-carbohydrate diet in his practice. Dr. Goldner is the creator of the Hyper-nourishing Nutrition Protocol for Lupus Reversal and advocates for a plant-based diet. Together, t...

This week, Kennedy is joined by "Fox Across America" host Jimmy Failla. They share the best gifts to give your loved ones, the proper way to write drunk poems, and how to conquer your Christmas quarantine body.  Follow Kennedy on Twitter: @KennedyNation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Kennedy discusses the prospect that humans are alone in the galaxy and the likelihood of the existence of extraterrestrial life. In this episode, she is joined by Senior Astronomer at the SETI institute, Dr. Seth Shostak. Together, they discuss why they believe the American people could handle the potential news that aliens exist and walk among us, why witness testimonies on alien sight...

This week, Kennedy discusses how a change in perspective could help solve the problem with drugs in the United States.  She discusses the problem with the United States focusing on the supply of drugs rather than the demand, how Oregon has chosen to follow the Portugal model of decriminalization and the many kinds of addictions that deserve our scrutiny, but also our compassion. Follow Kennedy on...

This week, Kennedy helps listeners "make a b-line for the family table." She kicks things off by expressing her distaste for "the triumvirate of over-governance,” and then gives her top pointers for safe and enjoyable travel for those who have to fly this weekend.  Follow Kennedy on Twitter: @KennedyNation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the face of all the restrictions and challenges COVID-19 has placed on senior citizens across the world, Kennedy reflects on the importance of making the most of our later years. In this episode, she is joined by social psychologist and sex researcher, David W. Wahl, Ph. D. Together, they discuss his latest write-up in Psychology Today "The Age of Sex Robots," and what this research can tell us...