The Original Medicine Podcast

In this episode of The Original Medicine Podcast we dive into somatic therapy and how Classical Chinese Medicine is OG Somatics. Instead of viewing the mind and body as separate, this conversation reveals how they are deeply interconnected—and how healing becomes more powerful when both are treated as one. MG unpacks the difference between Classical Chinese Medicine sharing how the classical appro...

TITLE: You’re Not Giving Yourself Enough Time SHOWNOTES:  In this episode of the Original Medicine Podcast, Dr. MG McCullough explores how daily habits, mindful awareness, and Classical Chinese Medicine principles come together to support long-term health, emotional balance, and personal empowerment. From the power of warm cooked foods to the ripple effects of journaling and tracking thoughts, thi...

In this episode of The Original Medicine Podcast, Dr. MG McCullough opens up a vital conversation about the differences between physical therapy, dry needling, medical acupuncture, and true acupuncture as rooted in Classical Chinese Medicine. You’ll learn why it’s not just about inserting needles—but about how, why, and with what understanding they are inserted. MG unpacks what makes acupuncture a...

TITLE:  How Clean Eating is Doing Us Dirty  In this episode of The Original Medicine Podcast , MG McCullough takes a closer look at the unexpected downsides of today’s clean eating trends. While these habits are often seen as healthy, they can sometimes do more harm than good. Drawing from the wisdom of Classical Chinese medicine, MG unpacks how real health is all about balance—and how the body is...

TITLE: You’ll Never Achieve Balance by Doing Extreme Things SHOWNOTES:  In this episode of The Original Medicine Podcast , MG McCullough takes a closer look at the hidden costs of modern health trends like cold plunging, fasting, and intense heat exposure (think saunas and hot workouts). While these practices are marketed as tools for building resilience, MG offers a very different perspective—one...

TITLE: What I Wish I Would Have Known About Migraines If you’ve ever dealt with migraines—or love someone who does—you know they can completely hijack your life. In this episode of The Original Medicine Podcast , MG McCullough gets personal about the journey through migraines and how Classical Chinese Medicine has offered a different way to understand and treat them—not just patch the symptoms. MG...

TITLE: Everything You Know About Acupuncture Is a Lie  SHOWNOTES:  In this episode of The Original Medicine Podcast , MG takes us back to the roots of acupuncture, exploring what we’ve gained—and what we’ve lost—in the shift from classical chinese medicine to modern clinical practice. We talk about the difference between primary and complement channels, and why understanding both is essential for...