Courtney Swan

Realfoodology

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Welcome to the Realfoodology podcast, with your host Courtney Swan. Courtney is a passionate food activist on a mission to heal America’s broken food system. Her show cuts through the noise by tackling the critical issues that impact our health and society as a whole. Each week, join Courtney as she brings together leading voices in food policy, nutrition, sustainability, and wellness to unravel the complexities behind our broken food system, and to simplify how we look at nutrition and food. From debunking misleading health trends to exploring the future of sustainable food systems, Realfoodo...

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Courtney Swan

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Health

Podcast website

www.realfoodology.com

Latest episode

Jul 7, 2026

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Episodes

Food Is Medicine: How Prescription Produce Is Healing Chronic Disease | Erin W. Martin 16.12.2025

281: Erin W. Martin is an aging expert and advocate for food-based healthcare. I am so excited to have her on the show - we’re going deep into nutrition’s role in longevity, health and wellness, and exploring how programs like FreshRx Oklahoma (which Erin founded) are literally prescribing organic produce to help lower-income families reverse conditions like type 2 diabetes and learn more about nu...

Are Vaccines ‘Safe & Effective’? The Legal Debate | Aaron Siri 09.12.2025

280: Today I’m joined by Aaron Siri, Managing Partner of the law firm Siri & Glimstad LLP and a leading voice in the vaccine safety movement. He takes an evidence-based approach to the world of vaccinology, and is presenting a practical look at why vaccines have become more like religion than science. You may recognize him from the documentary “An Inconvenient Study” produced by Del Big Tree and t...

Cold Plunges: Are They Safe 02.12.2025

279: Kyle Ponton of The Cold Life is here to break down everything you need to know about the cold-plunge craze. Find out how cold exposure supports inflammation, recovery and mental toughness - Kyle also answers some cold plunge FAQs and offers budget-friendly ways to start. If you’ve been wondering whether cold plunging is worth the hype, this episode is for you. → The Cold Life | The code REALF...

Live Longer: How Mitochondrial Function Reduces Signs of Aging | Timeline Longevity 25.11.2025

278: Your mitochondria isn’t just the powerhouse of the cell - it’s the CEO holding the key to your longevity. Today I’m joined by dietitian nutritionist Jennifer Scheinman of Timeline Longevity to break down this exciting new area of health science - mitochondrial function and the powerful post-biotic urolithin A. If you’ve been hearing the buzz about mitochondrial health, Mitopure, or longevity...

Weight Loss Myths, Healthy Swaps & Grocery Store Hacks | Health With Hunter 18.11.2025

277: Hunter Stoler of Health With Hunter is here! He and I are like kindred spirits - we love talking about all things nutrition and clean food. Today we’re breaking down myths about weight loss, cholesterol and fat, and explaining what to look for on your next grocery haul to prioritize simple, clean ingredients.  Topics Discussed: → What are the most effective diet and weight-loss strategies tha...

The Chemical Crisis in Our Food & Water - And What I’m Doing About It | Solo 14.11.2025

276: Recently, the EPA announced some major rollbacks on chemical regulations, and I am NOT happy about it. I’m breaking down the latest changes and explaining why I’m angry - but not surprised - at how things are going. This is more than just a right or left issue - if we don't stop these chemicals at the source, everybody loses.  Topics Discussed: → What are PFAs and why are they dangerous? → Ho...

“Vaccine Safety Studies Don’t Exist” - The Myth of Safe & Effective | Del Bigtree 11.11.2025

275: Del Bigtree is an Emmy Award-winning producer and a leading voice in the anti-vax movement as the founder of ICAN (Informed Consent Action Network). His latest documentary, An Inconvenient Study, reveals the shocking truth about unpublished research from Henry Ford Health - and why a study like this has never been done before. I’ve been telling everyone to watch this film - what Del discovere...

Botox, Fat Transfers & Microplastics: The Future of Clean Plastic Surgery | Dr. Cameron Chesnut 04.11.2025

274: Dr. Cameron Chesnut isn’t your typical plastic surgeon. He focuses on a root-cause, functional approach to skin aging. From eliminating microplastics in his operating room to using better-for-you anesthetics, Dr. Chesnut prioritizes long-term health instead of short-term results. We’re getting into Dr. Chesnut’s hot takes, like why he’ll never use filler or implants, and why he’s so selective...

Rewire Your Brain Naturally: Neurofeedback, Anxiety & The Truth About SSRIs | Angie Noack 28.10.2025

273: What if you could retrain your brain to heal from trauma, anxiety, and stress without medication? That’s Angie Noack’s specialty. She is a licensed professional counselor and neuro-expert who co-founded Braincode Centers, a leading company for brain mapping and neurofeedback therapies. Angie shares her own recovery journey from a traumatic brain injury, explains why SSRIs are just a bandaid o...

Tylenol and Fertility: What You Need to Know | Dr. John Kim (Part 2) 21.10.2025

272: In part 2 of my conversation with Dr. John Kim, he’s answering all your questions about autism, and how Tylenol, toxins and lifestyle can play a role in a child’s development. We’re also getting into blue light and its impact on sleep, skin and even cellular health. Make sure you listen to part one if you haven’t already!  Topics Discussed: → What is the link between Tylenol use and autism ri...

Are Statins Bad for You? Heart Health, Supplements & Mold Explained | Dr. John Kim (Part 1) 16.10.2025

271: Clinical pharmacist Dr. John Kim was just 33 years old when a heart attack changed everything he thought he knew about practicing medicine. Today, he’s one of the top functional medicine doctors - and he’s been helping me with my personal detox journey. In part one of two, Dr. Kim joins me to share the truth about cholesterol, prescription medication, and mold. $250 discount on Dr. John Kim's...

Can We Make Health Bipartisan? | Fixing MAHA, SNAP & Food Policy 07.10.2025

270: I sat down with Ryland and Mollie Engelhart, farmers, filmmakers and real food advocates. This dynamic brother-sister duo is at the forefront of the regenerative farming movement, which they’ve explored in the critically-acclaimed documentaries “Kiss the Ground” and “Common Ground.” We’re talking about MAHA (and where it can improve), rethinking SNAP to include whole foods, and the dire chall...

Food Wisdom from My Mom: Nutrition, Seed Oils & Healing After Loss 30.09.2025

269: My mom is finally on the podcast, and we have a lot to talk about. She has been one of the biggest influences in my personal nutrition journey, teaching me the power of whole foods from an early age. She is also one of the strongest people I know. Our family has survived so much, and my mom is sharing some of the lessons she’s learned from the hardship. It’s a beautiful, emotional and cathart...

Cows Aren't Killing The Planet | Diana Rodgers 23.09.2025

268: Diana Rodgers is behind the Sustainable Dish Instagram account and the hugely popular book and documentary, Sacred Cow. In this conversation, she’s addressing why meat is actually good for you (despite what you may have heard). There’s a lot of nuance, and Diana does an incredible job at breaking down the science to explain once and for all why plant-based diets aren’t always better for our b...

Why Kegels Aren’t Enough: Improving Pelvic Floor Health | MaryEllen Reider 16.09.2025

267: As women, our pelvic floor is so important - but because it’s seen as a taboo topic, very few people are comfortable talking about why. But not MaryEllen Reider! She co-founded Yarlap, a device that does your kegels for you. MaryEllen explains why these are important, and empowers women everywhere to get comfortable with the uncomfortable questions so they can feel better all around!    Topic...

The Truth About Health, Metals, and What’s Really Safe To Eat | Karalynne Call 09.09.2025

266: After an intense struggle with depression, Karalynne Call began to explore the way that nutrition impacted mental health. This journey quite literally saved her life - by prioritizing real foods and regular exercise, she felt whole again. And along the way, she created one of my favorite clean food brands, Just Ingredients. Karalynne is known for her food swaps on social media, where she help...

Fertility Journey, Wellness Tips & Honeymoon Recap 02.09.2025

265: This week is a bit different - in this special Q&A episode, I’m answering your questions about health, wellness and life in general. I’m also sharing some pretty big personal updates, and giving you the full recap of my honeymoon with Hector (it was a dream come true, y’all).  Topics Discussed:  → Leading a healthy lifestyle without living in a bubble  → The latest update on my fertility jour...

What Your Labs Don’t Tell You (and Why Women Get Misdiagnosed) | Dr. Josh Redd 26.08.2025

264: Dr. Josh Redd is a functional medicine genius. He has 12 years of post-graduate education in healthcare, including two masters degrees and two doctorate degrees. As the founder of RedRiver Health and Wellness, Dr. Redd is one of the best in the game when it comes to treating the root causes of autoimmune and brain conditions. Today, he’s reviewing my own labs (and Hector’s too!) and sharing w...

This Chiropractor Predicted My Lab Results Without Bloodwork | Dr. Charlie Fagenholz 19.08.2025

263: Dr. Charlie is not your average chiropractor. In 30 seconds, he told me everything my labs confirmed - no bloodwork required. Dr. Charlie performs muscle tests to identify how toxins like glyphosate and mold are showing up in our bodies, and uses groundbreaking laser treatments to address these issues. It’s called frequency medicine, and it’s changing the way we approach health. Topics Discus...

Why Your Acne Keeps Coming Back - and How to Stop It for Good | Danielle Gronich & Kayleigh Christina 12.08.2025

262: If you want to get rid of your acne for real, do not miss this episode. Clearstem founders Danielle Gronich and Kayleigh Christina have built more than just a skincare company - they’ve created a community of people dedicated to treating the root cause of acne so it stays away for good. For my listeners thinking about going on Acutane, Spironolactone, or any of the other intense hormone-disru...

Your Fertility Isn’t Broken, But the System Might Be with Illie Pt. 2 29.07.2025

261: Illie is back for part two! We’re getting real about her fertility journey, and how a very uncomfortable experience at the fertility clinic inspired her to take a more holistic approach to getting pregnant - and why she ultimately opted out of IVF.  If you loved part one, you have to hear this.  Topics Discussed: → The real tea on lead and heavy metals in food   → Affordab...

Our Most Honest Conversation About ‘Big Wellness,’ Pharma & Food Lies with Illie Pt. 1 22.07.2025

260: My wellness bestie Illie is here and we are not holding back. Her brand, Live Healthillie, promotes clean living through everything from food, to skincare to supplements. Like me, she’s been super vocal about exposing the toxins that lurk in our food supply and pushing for change on a national scale. We yapped so hard that we needed to make the conversation into two parts. This was like thera...

How to Opt Out of Big Insurance - And Still Get Covered | Andy Schoonover 15.07.2025

259: If you’ve ever gotten a surprise medical bill, you need to stop everything and listen to my interview with Andy Schoonover. He founded CrowdHealth, a company that’s taking a crowdfunding approach to healthcare - that means you pay into a community instead of giving your money to a big corporation, and that fund helps cover your medical costs upfront (so no expensive bills down the line). And...

How to Build a Beautiful Jaw - For You and Your Kids | Dr. Hilary Fritsch 08.07.2025

258: My conversation with Dr. Hilary Fritsch changed the way I think about my oral health. She’s an airway dentist, which means she specializes in the link between breathing and dentistry. She explains that there is a wrong way to breathe, and it can totally ruin your facial structure. Hilary is also a pro at helping babies and small children develop a healthy, beautiful jaw, and is calling out th...

You Don’t Have to Be Wealthy to Eat Healthy - Here’s Why | Jason Karp 01.07.2025

257: Jason Karp is the CEO of Human Co, and, like me, eats, sleeps and breathes clean living. Jason’s company is behind Hu Chocolate, True Food Kitchen (one of my favorite restaurants), and Grove Collaborative, to name a few. He and I spoke together at the nutrition round table last fall in Washington D.C., and I am so excited for you to hear about the work he’s done to bring clean food to the mas...

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