What The Func?!

What if the missing piece in your health journey isn't another supplement… but minerals? This week, Laura sits down with Caroline Alan, co-founder and CEO of Beam Minerals , to talk about why mineral balance may be one of the most overlooked foundations of true wellness. After facing her own serious health challenges, Caroline became passionate about helping people restore health at the cellular l...

What does it really mean to heal? This week, we sit down with Dana Frost , a body, mind, and spirit alchemist who helps women reclaim their health, vitality, and purpose. With nearly two decades in the wellness space, Dana combines coaching, functional nutrition, nervous system support, somatic awareness, and energetic alignment to guide women into vibrant new seasons of life. She is also the host...

What if the invisible waves all around us were quietly affecting our sleep, focus, and long-term health? This week on What The Func?! , Laura sits down with Ben Salem , founder of WaveBlock , a company focused on helping people reduce exposure to electromagnetic fields (EMFs) from everyday technology like phones, earbuds, and laptops. After watching his three kids spend many hours a day using thei...

What if aging isn't something we just have to accept? This week, we dive into the fascinating world of spermidine, a naturally occurring molecule that might just be one of the most powerful longevity tools we have . Our guest, Leslie Kenny -  founder of Oxford Healthspan and creator of  Primeadine® - breaks it all down and shares how she has personally reversed doctors' diagnoses of lupus, rheumat...

What exactly is medical gaslighting, and why do so many patients feel dismissed? Dr. Efrat LaMandre, PhD - nationally recognized nurse practitioner, educator, and healthcare disruptor - breaks it down. She explains how both doctors  and patients are indoctrinated, why symptoms matter even when labs look "normal," and what practical steps you can take to build the right care team so you can truly h...

Laura & Clayton chat with Christina O'Connor, Registered Dietitian at Pendulum , about why gut health is the foundation of overall wellness, and why everyone's buzzing about Akkermansia. Christina breaks down how this powerful next-generation probiotic supports your gut lining, balances blood sugar, and helps keep inflammation in check. Learn what makes Akkermansia unique, how to nourish your micr...

Laura chats with Michael Rubino , aka The Mold Medic   and creator of The Dust Test , about why mold is one of the most overlooked root causes of chronic illness. Michael shares how hidden water damage and poor air quality can silently trigger fatigue, inflammation, and immune dysfunction, and explains how proper remediation and testing can change everything. Learn why the dust in your home holds...

Laura & Clayton chat with mind-body nutritionist Nia Carrillo about why gut health isn't just about food, it's about healing the  whole you. Nia shares her journey through mold illness, Candida, and chronic symptoms, and how inner child work and trauma healing became the missing link. Learn how addressing emotional roots, opening drainage pathways, and calming the nervous system can restore gut an...

Laura dives into the world of Carbon 60 (C60) , a Nobel Prize-winning molecule with powerful antioxidant properties. She's joined by C60 Power co-founders Ken Swartz and Jessica MacNaughton to explore how this "free radical sponge" may combat inflammation, boost energy, and support longevity. Plus, learn how it's helped each of them personally. Use code FUNC for a discount at C60 Power ! Adapt Nat...

In this episode, Laura and Clayton sit down with Zak Pym Williams (mental health advocate, entrepreneur, and son of the late Robin Williams) for an honest conversation about trauma, healing, and holistic wellness. Zak opens up about his experience with grief following his father's death, and how it led to struggles with anxiety, depression, PTSD, and self-medication with alcohol. After hitting a b...

In this eye-opening episode, Laura sits down with her personal functional medicine doctor,  Dr. Kelly McCann , founder of The Spring Center and a leading expert in environmental medicine. Nearly a year ago, Laura turned to Dr. McCann for support on her mold detox journey, and the transformation has been remarkable. Together, they dive deep into the often misunderstood world of mold illness, reveal...

In episode 158, Laura chats with Mike Feldstein, air quality expert and founder of  JASPR. Before creating the sleekest, most powerful air purifier on the market, Mike spent years in the wildfire and flood restoration sector, as well as air quality consulting, witnessing firsthand how much polluted air can damage people's wellbeing. Mike and Laura discuss why you should truly care about the qualit...

In episode 157, it's coffee talk with Andrew Salisbury, the founder of  Purity Coffee . Andrew shares the personal story of his wife's health crisis and the motivation that led him down the Purity path. He went from being a tea-drinking Brit with a software company to uncovering the latest scientific research to optimize methods of farming, sourcing, testing, roasting and delivering truly healthy...

In episode 156, Laura chats with Dr. Tom O'Bryan , the award-winning Sherlock Holmes of functional medicine. Dr. Tom reveals that 14 out of 15 of the leading causes of death in America are caused by one thing - inflammation. Whether suffering from arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, or undiagnosed conditions no doctors can figure out, Dr. Tom gives hope to those who have given up and offers real w...

In episode 155, Laura gabs with Taylor Lamb and Jewel Zimmer, co-founders of Juna , a leading women's wellness brand dedicated to promoting natural health and vitality. They chat about the leading principles behind Juna, including the importance of the gut/brain axis, how to optimize your microbiome, and the effectiveness of plant-powered solutions to combat top problems women are facing in the mo...

In this episode Laura chats with Annie Fenn M.D. , physician, chef, and author of  Brain Health Kitchen: Preventing Alzheimer's Through Food , a science-based cookbook and care manual for the brain. Annie and Laura have a deep discussion about their experiences with the disease in their families, and Annie shares her wisdom on how to fend off Alzheimer's and other dementias while still eating deli...

In this episode we chat with Dr. Mike Belkowski, founder of BioLight . We dive into the myriad health benefits of red light therapy and the buzzy new (but actually ancient) supplement methylene blue. And ever heard of Carbon 60? We hadn't, but now we know. From skin health to gut health to brain health to sleep and immunity, we can't say enough about the perks of red and blue. Code FUNC for 10% of...

In this episode, Laura and Clayton chat with Lindsey Erin, founder of OWL Venice . She shares the story of how she went from making her own bone broth recipe in her apartment to becoming LA's bone broth queen. They discuss the many health benefits of bone broth and how Lindsey used it to heal her own issues, but they also gab about the importance of listening to your body and not being overly rigi...

On the first What The Func?! episode of season 5, Laura and Clayton chat with Sam Mandel , CEO of Ketamine Clinics Los Angeles . They discuss the mental health benefits of Ketamine Infusion Therapy and why it's developed into a treatment option for individuals with treatment-resistant depression, anxiety, PTSD, suicidality, and other mood disorders.  On What The Health?!: New Year's Resolutions? L...

On the 150th episode of What The Func?! Laura and Clayton chat with certified functional medicine health coach and long-time listener Krisler Bailey. They discuss the power of "no," self-care, and how to achieve the life you deserve. On What The Health?!: Kanna you feel the love tonight? Code  FUNC15  for 15% off organic mattresses and bedding at  https://www.naturepedic.com . Code  FUNC15  for 15...

This week Laura chats with Dr. Robert Silverman again, Founder and CEO of  Westchester Integrative Health Center . They chat about his new book, the Amazon bestseller Immune Reboot , and how to boost your immune system to stay healthy when faced with those winter bugs. You'll get great tips on food and supplements to boost immunity, and learn what SMASH stands for. Hint: it involves sardines. Code...

It's Breast Cancer Awareness month, and this week Laura & Clayton chat with Ira Green, Founder, CEO, and breast cancer survivor.   Ira shares her intimate journey with breast cancer and how she found herself creating Freedom Natural Deodorant with ingredients she had in her kitchen. It's an inpsiring story of resilience and ingenuity about a disease that   affects 1 in 8 women every year. Use code...

This week Laura chats with Priyanka Jain, founder and CEO of Evvy . They chat about closing the gender health gap, decoding the vaginal microbiome, and destigmatizing vaginal health. Laura shares her Evvy test results and Priyanka helps her learn about what's going on down there and what it all means. If you're interested in testing too, use code FUNC for $10 off! Code FUNC15  for 15% off your fir...

This week we chat with Caroline Alan, a mineral enthusiast and the co-founder and CEO of BEAM Minerals . We learn the key signs of "hidden hunger," and how to supplement with bioavailable humic and fulvic mineral supplements to reverse mineral deficiency and boost overall health. Coming from a career in the corporate world, like many, Caroline found herself struggling physically, mentally, and ene...

This week we chat with Naveen Jain , an unstoppable force who educates and empowers leaders to address humanity's greatest challenges using innovative technologies. As Founder and CEO of  Viome , he shares with us how his AI-based platform analyzes food, the microbiome, and human cells, unlocking the secrets of precision nutrition for preventing and reversing chronic diseases. We also have a very...