Richard Jacobs

The Good Question Podcast

Religion EN ↓ 481 episodes

Our goal is to make each of our guests exclaim: "hmmm... that's a good question. I don't know the answer." ...because when that happens, it means you, the listener, may be inspired to learn more beyond the interview and to ask great questions yourself that lead to new insights. In this podcast, we cover, Historical and current Anthropology, Comparative Religion and History

Author

Richard Jacobs

Category

Religion

Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

Connecting Care Through Technology Steve Lewis on AI, Advocacy, & the Future of Patient-Centered Health 22.01.2026

How can technology restore clarity, continuity, and compassion to modern healthcare? In this episode, we sit down with Steve Lewis, Founder and CEO of Nabu.ai , to explore how patient-centered innovation and artificial intelligence can transform the way people experience care. An internationally recognized healthtech innovator and patient advocate, Steve brings more than 20 years of experience in...

The Science of Hair Regrowth: Tamim Hamid on Laser Therapy, Innovation, & Restoring Confidence 21.01.2026

What if stopping hair loss — and even regrowing hair — came down to activating the body's own cellular energy? In this episode, we sit down with Tamim Hamid, former NASA scientist, inventor, and CEO of Theradome , to explore how laser phototherapy is reshaping the future of hair restoration. Drawing from more than four decades of experience in lasers and biomedical engineering, Tamim unpacks the s...

From Brokenness to Belief: Eric Kennedy on Faith, Sobriety, & Rebuilding Life 19.01.2026

Can the darkest moments of life become the starting point for healing and purpose? In this powerful episode, we sit down with Eric Kennedy, speaker, writer, and founder of Recovery Vow , to explore how faith, accountability, and community can transform addiction into a testimony of hope. With more than 13 years of sobriety from drugs and alcohol, Eric shares his deeply personal journey from addict...

Smart Nutrition & Sustainable Fat Loss Ben Brown on Confidence, Fitness, and Food Freedom 14.01.2026

In this episode, we sit down with Ben Brown, co-founder and head nutrition coach of Body Systems , to explore what it really takes to achieve lasting fat loss without falling into diet traps or extreme restriction. Known for his honest, no-nonsense approach to health, Ben helps people build confidence, improve their relationship with food, and create results that actually stick. As the host of The...

Rethinking Heart Disease: Dr. Stephen Hussey on the Real Causes of Heart Health Issues 08.01.2026

Heart disease continues to be the leading cause of death globally, despite medical advancements and powerful drugs. But what if we've been missing the mark on how the heart truly works? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Stephen Hussey, a board-certified chiropractor, functional medicine practitioner, and expert in heart health, to explore his groundbreaking insights on cardiovascular wellness....

From Survival to Strength: Dane Johnson on Healing Crohn's, IBS, and Gut Health Naturally 06.01.2026

Digestive disorders like Crohn's disease and IBS can take over every aspect of life — from daily routines to relationships and long-term health. In this episode, we sit down with Dane Johnson, a board-certified nutritionist and founder of CrohnsColitisLifestyle , to explore how natural, personalized healing strategies can help people reclaim their lives. After nearly losing his life to severe Croh...

Living in Flow: Christy Whitman on Mindset Mastery, Stress Relief, and Inspired Success 31.12.2025

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Christy Whitman, transformational leader, celebrity coach, and two-time New York Times bestselling author, to explore how entering the flow state can radically transform your life. Drawing from her latest book, The Flow Factor, Christy explains how aligning your energy and mindset allows success to feel natural instead of forced. As the founder of the Qua...

Inventing Tomorrow: Pablos Holman on AI, Deep Tech, and Solving Humanity's Biggest Challenges 11.12.2025

In this episode, we sit down with Pablos Holman — legendary hacker, inventor, and futurist — to explore how technology, creativity, and bold thinking can reshape the future. From early work in cryptocurrency and AI for the stock market to developing laser systems that fight malaria and nuclear reactors powered by waste, Pablos has spent his career doing what most consider impossible. As a faculty...

Rebuilding from Within: Dr. Hany Demian on Regenerative Spine Care and the Future of Pain Management 10.12.2025

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Hany Demian, physician, chronic pain specialist, and founder of Praesentia Healthcare , to explore how cutting-edge regenerative medicine is redefining spine care and long-term healing. From PRP therapy to genetic testing and non-surgical interventions, Dr. Demian is leading the way in helping patients not just manage pain — but truly recover mobility, vitalit...

Rewiring the Brain for Silence: Dr. Ben Thompson on Tinnitus Relief, Sound Therapy, and Healthy Hearing 04.12.2025

In this enlightening episode, Dr. Ben Thompson, audiologist and founder of Treble Health, shares how his pioneering approach to tinnitus management and hearing rehabilitation is helping thousands rediscover peace and clarity in a noisy world. With more than 5,000 patients treated and 2,000 enrolled in Treble Health's evidence-based program, Dr. Thompson is on a mission to make expert tinnitus care...

Decoding the Invisible Dr. Samuel Miller on Anaerobes, Culturomics, and the Next Frontier in Microbiome Research 03.12.2025

In this fascinating episode, Dr. Samuel Miller, Senior Scientist and Postdoctoral Research Associate at Oklahoma State University's Elshahed Laboratory and Microbiomics & Culturomics Core Facility , takes us deep into the unseen world of anaerobic microbes — the mysterious bacteria that thrive without oxygen and shape ecosystems from the human gut to the soil beneath our feet. A leading expert in...

From Suffering to Strength Mary Lyn Hammer's Journey to Healing from Lyme Disease 24.11.2025

In this inspiring episode, Mary Lyn Hammer shares her powerful story of survival, faith, and determination in the face of Lyme disease and co-infections. After years of debilitating symptoms, misdiagnoses, and medical frustration, Mary Lyn turned her pain into purpose — transforming her research into recovery and helping others find hope along the way. As the author of Over My Dead Body: What I Le...

The Energy Equation Morley Robbins on Minerals, Metabolism, and Beating Fatigue 19.11.2025

In this illuminating episode, Morley Robbins, creator of the Root Cause Protocol and author of [Cu]re Your Fatigue: The Root Cause and How to Fix It on Your Own, dives deep into what's really behind the global fatigue epidemic. Known as "Magnesium Man," Morley has worked with thousands of clients across 45 countries to help them restore energy naturally by rebalancing key minerals that fuel cellul...

Healing the Brain Through Nutrition Dr. John E. Lewis on Multiple Sclerosis & Neurodegenerative Care 17.11.2025

In this enlightening episode, we welcome Dr. John E. Lewis, founder and president of Dr. Lewis Nutrition® , to explore the cutting-edge connection between nutrition, neurodegeneration, and multiple sclerosis (MS). As a leading researcher and former Associate Professor at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine , Dr. Lewis shares how food, supplements, and lifestyle changes can help suppo...

Unlocking Gut Health Josh Dech on Crohn's, Colitis & Healing from the Inside Out 13.11.2025

In this episode, we're joined by Josh Dech, a holistic nutritionist, gut health expert, and host of the ReversABLE podcast , to unravel the mysteries of Crohn's and Colitis. Josh has dedicated his career to helping others uncover the root causes of their gut health issues and creating lasting change. With years of personal experience and extensive medical knowledge, he's here to empower you with t...

The Science of Time Dr. Ronald Mallett on Relativity, Black Holes, and the Physics of Time Travel 12.11.2025

In this fascinating episode, we explore the boundaries of physics and imagination with Dr. Ronald Mallett, Professor Emeritus of Physics at the University of Connecticut and one of the few scientists in the world to have developed a theoretical framework for time travel. A pioneer in general relativity, black hole physics, and quantum cosmology, Dr. Mallett's groundbreaking work challenges what we...

The Microbiome Revolution Martha Carlin on Gut Health, Probiotics, and the Science of Healing 10.11.2025

In this episode, we sit down with Martha Carlin, the visionary founder of The BioCollective and BiotiQuest, to explore the groundbreaking science behind the human microbiome and how it connects to nearly every aspect of our health. From soil to gut, Martha bridges the worlds of microbial ecology, terrain theory, and personal wellness, offering a refreshingly holistic perspective on how microbes sh...

Beyond the Smile: Dr. Toni Engram on Holistic Dentistry and Whole-Body Healing 06.11.2025

In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Dr. Toni Engram, a biological dentist, integrative health coach, and owner of Flourish Dental Boutique in Richardson, TX, to uncover the deep connection between oral health and overall wellness. With her innovative approach to holistic dentistry, Dr. Engram looks beyond teeth and gums — viewing the mouth as a key gateway to systemic health and healing...

Unveiling Nature's Network Kaitlyn Kuehn on Fungi, Healing, and the Science of Connection 05.11.2025

In this episode, we venture into the fascinating world of fungi with Kaitlyn Kuehn (KK), a plant biologist and host of the Flora Funga Podcast. With an infectious passion for plants, mushrooms, and the ecosystems that connect them, KK explores how fungi shape our health, our environment, and even the way life communicates beneath the surface. From medicinal mushrooms and microdosing to the complex...

Rewriting Mental Health Dylan Beynon on Mindbloom's Psychedelic Revolution 03.11.2025

In this thought-provoking episode, we sit down with Dylan Beynon, founder and CEO of Mindbloom, to explore how psychedelic-assisted therapy is reshaping the future of mental health care. Mindbloom is at the forefront of at-home ketamine therapy, providing guided sessions for people struggling with depression, anxiety, and PTSD — and since 2018, the company has facilitated more than 650,000 transfo...

Decoding the Future Matt Ferrell on AI, Innovation & Sustainable Tech 22.10.2025

In this episode, Matt Ferrell — creator and founder of Undecided — joins us to break down how artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies are reshaping our daily lives. With a background in UI/UX design and a deep passion for sustainability, Matt simplifies complex tech topics like renewable energy, smart homes, and AI, helping audiences understand not just how innovation works — but w...

AI on the Battlefield Wes O'Donnell on Ethics, Autonomy, and the Future of Warfare 20.10.2025

In this gripping episode, Wes O'Donnell — U.S. Army and Air Force veteran, global security analyst, filmmaker, and author — unpacks the growing role of artificial intelligence in modern warfare. As technology advances at breakneck speed, autonomous weapons and algorithmic decision-making are reshaping how wars are fought, raising urgent questions about ethics, accountability, and the limits of hum...

Harnessing Divine Presence Karoleen Fober on Developing Your Intuition and Spiritual Connection 16.10.2025

  In this episode, we sit down with Karoleen Fober, best-selling author of Opening to Divine Intervention: Expand and Strengthen Your Intuitive Abilities and Spiritual Connection , to explore the profound power of intuition and spiritual guidance. Karoleen, a spiritual teacher and intuitive coach with nearly 25 years of experience, shares her insights into how we can actively engage with the metap...

Building Trust Through Curiosity Peter Schein on Leadership & Humble Inquiry 15.10.2025

In this episode, we sit down with Peter Schein, co-founder and CEO of the Organizational Culture and Leadership Institute, to explore the power of asking the right questions and building open, trusting relationships. Peter, who contributed to the second and third editions of Humble Inquiry: The Gentle Art of Asking Instead of Telling (originally written by his father, Edgar), discusses how curiosi...

Unlocking Infinite Potential Howard Falco on Mind Mastery, Success & Joy 13.10.2025

In this episode, Howard Falco, self-empowerment expert, author, speaker, and spiritual teacher, shares insights from his latest book Invincible: The Mindset of Infinite Potential and the Secret to Inevitable Success . Howard explores the extraordinary power of the mind to shape our experiences, uncover our true identity, and unlock creative potential — guiding individuals and athletes alike to ach...

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