The Dr. Joy Kong Podcast

What if one of the most overlooked parts of your body, your tongue, was actually the key to better health, posture, and emotional balance? In this episode, I sit down with Ryan Today, a somatic strategist and founder of Tongue Fitness, to explore why the tongue is way more than just a muscle for eating and speaking. Ryan breaks down how tongue posture affects everything from the way we breathe to...

Dr. Courtney Gillenwater is a US Navy veteran, global humanitarian, and pediatric specialist at Chara Health, Dr. Joy Kong’s premier regenerative medicine clinic. With a background in traditional pediatrics and trauma medicine, Dr. Gillenwater transitioned into regenerative therapies after experiencing a rapid personal recovery using stem cells and exosomes. Now, she focuses on combining cutting-e...

In this episode of The Dr. Joy Kong Podcast , Dr. Joy speaks with Dr. Mike Jamshidi, a naturopathic doctor at Chara Health, about natural, hands-on approaches to pain relief beyond pills and surgery. Dr. Mike shares his journey from healing his own chronic health issues to helping patients address root causes of pain through bodywork, acupuncture, nutrition, and lifestyle changes. They also discus...

In this solo episode, Dr. Joy Kong breaks down the 5 biggest mistakes patients make when undergoing stem cell therapy —and how to avoid them to get the most out of your investment. Learn why using your own cells may not be ideal, the dangers of over-expanded lab-grown cells (especially from overseas clinics), and how lifestyle habits like overexertion, alcohol, and poor diet can sabotage your resu...

Ever wondered if chiropractic care is actually legit? For years, the media has questioned the profession—but what’s the real story? Is it safe? Effective? And can it really work alongside traditional medicine? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Ryan Manning, a chiropractor, healer, and body optimization expert with nearly 30 years of experience helping elite performers thrive. Dr. Manning shares...

In this episode, Dr. Joy Kong sits down with hormone and integrative medicine specialist Dr. Sara Amirmehrabi of Chara Health to uncover what most doctors overlook: that many modern women’s struggles with mood, memory, weight gain, and intimacy may be rooted in hormone imbalances—not just lifestyle or aging. As part of the Chara Health team, Dr. Sara Amir brings her functional, root-cause approach...

What if your workout could do more than just sculpt your body—what if it could transform your mind and elevate your spirit? In this episode, Dr. Joy Kong sits down with Sebastien Lagree, inventor of the Lagree Method and creator of the patented Megaformer fitness machine. Sebastien shares how a failed pursuit of Hollywood stardom unexpectedly led him to create one of the most intense, effective, a...

What if hair loss and sexual dysfunction weren’t just signs of aging—but signals your body needs deeper healing? In this episode, Dr. Joy Kong sits down with Dr. Shivani Amin, a specialist at Chara Health, where she leads our work in hair restoration and sexual wellness. Together, they dive into how stem cells, exosomes, and peptides can rejuvenate the body from the inside out—helping patients fee...

Everyone wants to live longer and feel better, but the flood of information on supplements, drugs, and fitness can feel overwhelming. I invited Siim Land, an expert and 8-time bestselling author on longevity, to cut through the noise and share simple, evidence-based strategies that really move the needle when it comes to health and lifespan. Siim shares incredible, science-based tips on how we can...

We have always thought that aging was an inevitable fact of life—but what if it wasn’t? What if we could actually prevent it… one test at a time? This is exactly what I discuss in this week’s episode of The Dr. Joy Kong Podcast with my guest, the brilliant Alina Su.  Alina is a pioneer in the world of longevity science and the co-founder of Generation Lab, a biotech company at the forefront of rev...

How safe is stem cell therapy? If you think about getting one, but are terrified of what might go wrong, this episode is for you. As someone who’s worked with regenerative medicine for years, I understand the excitement—and the concerns. From immune reactions to infection risks, misinformation can, most of the time, fuel fear. But here’s the truth: only two things matter in stem cell therapy—the q...

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In this week’s episode of The Dr. Joy Kong Podcast, I sit down with a fellow expert, the amazing Dr. Scott Martin. Dr. Martin is a pioneer in regenerative medicine who has consulted for multiple biotech companies and advocates for holistic, patient-centered care. Together, he and I will be discussing the common misconceptions in the industry, including whether birth tissue products truly contain l...

Male enhancement treatments have, for a long time, been surrounded by stigma, disinformation, and a lot of shame.  But today, I aim to change this. And to do that, I’ve invited an expert on this week’s episode of The Dr. Joy Kong Podcast, the amazing Dr. Jack Friedlander Dr. Friedlander specializes in safe and effective male enhancement procedures, and is the founder of NorCal Liposculpture and co...

Dealing with health issues and chronic pain is difficult—it’s even worse when our usual medical systems don’t have an answer to your problems. If you’ve been struggling with your health and not finding answers (or relief) anywhere, then this is the episode for you. In it, I sit down with the brilliant Valerie Orsoni, a biohacker, health expert, and content creator.  Valerie has been biohacking sin...

Can stem cells reverse genetic diseases? Can they go in and “ magically” fix everything? Genetic diseases are complex conditions embedded in our DNA before birth, ranging from mild to severe. Some manifest early in life, while others appear later.  But what we all know is that disorders like cystic fibrosis, sickle cell anemia, and Huntington’s disease can have profound impacts on individuals and...

Do you ever feel fatigued, foggy-headed, and like you’re constantly running on an empty tank? Well, I might have the solution to all your problems—methylene blue.  Methylene blue is making a powerful comeback as a multifaceted health enhancer, primarily by boosting mitochondrial function, aiding detoxification, and improving brain and body performance. Even better, it can help you lose weight, imp...

Are you dealing with chronic pain and tired of not finding any relief from the usual solutions? Then this is the episode for you. In it, I discuss an amazing non-invasive, drug-free solution to chronic pain: AVACEN. AVACEN stands for Advanced Vascular Circulation Enhancement, and it provides a drug-free, noninvasive, over-the-counter pain relief and enhances one's overall health.  It’s an FDA...

What if the secret to slowing aging was available to you all this time and you just didn’t know?  Instead of going for expensive treatments and spending hundreds of thousands of dollars on niche therapies, you could simply… eat better and exercise more! Someone who’s done just this is my guest this week on The Dr. Joy Kong Podcast, the amazing Dave Pascoe. Dave is a biohacker, researcher, and expe...

Are we missing the key to longevity and anti-aging medicine? As I’ve discussed in many episodes of the podcast, Western medicine focuses mostly on treating symptoms—instead of treating the underlying disease.  But holistic medicine helps us answer more important questions, such as “Why do these diseases occur?” and “How do we prevent them?” which can help us answer the biggest question: How do we...

What if you could slow down aging, or even reverse it? This is the one thing all of us anti-aging doctors aim for: the reversal of aging, not just physically, but mentally as well. My guest on the podcast this week, the brilliant Dr. Bill Lawrence, is living proof that we can reprogram aging at the cellular level.  At 78 years old, his cellular age is just 23 based on telomere analysis.  How is th...

What if instead of relying solely on injected stem cells to heal your body you could actually make your own stem cells do the job, but better? My guest on the podcast this week, the amazing Dr. Christian Drapeau has discovered that certain natural plants can trigger the release of our own stem cells, offering powerful healing potential. Yes, no need for stem cell injections or IVs—your own cells c...

What if you could get the benefits of fasting without actually fasting? It sounds impossible, and yet, I’m here to tell you it isn’t . Fasting has amazing effects on the human body—research shows that fasting for at least 36 hours triggers powerful anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and cardiovascular benefits.  But what if you didn’t have the stamina to fast for a full day and a half? Should you sim...

Are you tired of Western medicine falling short in your health goals? Stem cell therapy might be the answer you’re looking for. Stem cells have revolutionized the world of healing and anti-aging medicine. Through my own experience in my clinic, I have seen stem cell treatments help countless patients who had lost hope of ever feeling better. In this special episode, where I am interviewed by the a...

What does it really take to lose weight… AND keep it off ?  You see, many people will follow crash diets to lose the extra pounds—and they do, for a time. However, as soon as they start drifting from their meal plans (or as life and its ups and downs take over), they find themselves regaining the weight.  This usually results in a toxic, hellish cycle fraught with guilt, unhealthy food and lifesty...