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Ep 383383: Can Stress Lead To Cancer?

Stress causes inflammation, dysregulation of the immune system, raises blood sugar, suppresses healing T cells and natural killer cells. But can it lead to cancer? Brandon LaGreca, author of "Cancer, Stress & Mindset," tackles that question today. Brandon is a licensed acupuncturist who, in 2015, was diagnosed with stage 4 non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. He achieved full remission eight months later without the use of chemotherapy, radiation, or surgery. Today he discusses how stress is often overlooked as a contributing factor, if not a driving force, that can indeed lead to cancer. He covers what stress does to us biologically and psychologically, and he offers techniques for mitigating its effect, like vagus nerve activation, journaling, prioritizing sleep, and more. His very practical tips can help us all improve our mindset and build greater resilience, whatever the state of our general health. Visit Brandon's website: brandonlagreca.com Register for our Wise Traditions conference: wisetraditions.org. Check out our sponsors: Branch Basics, Paleo Valley, Optimal Carnivore

Sep 5, 202237 min

Ep 382382: Demystifying Organ Meats

Many of us know by now how good organ meats are for our health, but we may still find them intimidating or completely foreign to work with! Ashleigh Vanhouten, the author of It Takes Guts, demystifies organ meats. She offers practical tips for not only preparing them but enjoying them. She gives examples of the best-tasting organs to start with (hint: not liver!) and discusses how to draw out (or semi-hide) the unique flavors. She also explains the superpower benefits of regularly incorporating these foods into our diets. Ashleigh also gives us a sneak peek into some of her favorite recipes, including chocolate blood pudding! Finally, she reminds us how she was once also uncertain about preparing organ meats when Ashleigh got started and encouraged us to get the guts to try them out, as she did! Check out her website: ashleighvanhouten.com Grab her free organ meat recipe e-book. Register for our Wise Traditions conference. See our sponsors: Bubble & Bee, Upgraded Formulas, Optimal Carnivore

Aug 29, 202237 min

Ep 381381: The Problem With Commercial Baby Formula

Before commercial baby formula shortages were a concern, Sally Fallon Morell had concerns about the product sold on supermarket shelves. Sally is the president of The Weston A. Price Foundation and the author of "Nourishing Traditions." Today, Sally discusses why commercial infant formula is problematic for babies' growth and healthy development. She goes over formula's ingredients, which in many cases include soy, which has an extremely high estrogen content that can interfere with a baby's hormone function. She covers the history of commercial formula and how it has been marketed to parents. She discusses what alternatives parents have (including homemade formula made with raw goat, cow milk, or even meat). And finally, she makes dietary recommendations for couples hoping to nourish their little ones well and those who hope to conceive a baby one day. Visit Sally's website for her blog: nourishingtraditions.com Register for our Wise Traditions conference See our Weston A. Price Foundation Action Alerts Check out our sponsors: Branch Basics, Paleo Valley, Optimal Carnivore

Aug 22, 202229 min

Ep 380380: Resilience: Find Regenerative Farms

FarmMatch might sound like a dating app, but it’s actually a really cool and user-friendly way to find local regenerative farms in your area! Today, Max Kane, CEO of FarmMatch, explains the mission behind the idea to connect consumers to farms that are doing it right—providing local, nutrient-dense food to the public. Max discusses the idea behind FarmMatch and how to get started with it. He talks about the importance of real food (now more than ever). He shares his own story of ill health as a kid that led to his interest in a diet for healing and why he now considers food more vital for our bodies than even oxygen. Visit FarmMatch.com. Find your local WAPF chapter leader. Check out our sponsors: Bubble & Bee, Upgraded Formulas, Optimal Carnivore

Aug 15, 202238 min

Ep 379379: Resilience: Protect Yourself Against Radiation

We are exposed to exponentially more artificial radiation (non-native electromagnetic frequencies) than any previous generation. How do we protect ourselves? And what can we do to build resilience in the face of this phenomenon? Daniel DeBaun, the co-author of “Radiation Nation: The Fallout of Modern Technology” and the CEO of DefenderShield, has some practical tips for how to go about this. He reviews studies that have been done that show the harm radiation can cause. He explains EHS, electromagnetic hypersensitivity and why this condition seems to afflict more women than men. He goes over why he’s not a fan of pendants or harmonizers for dealing with EMFs. Instead, he recommends simple switches with our devices and shoring up our health from the inside out. Visit Daniel’s website DefenderShield.com Get your free WAPF info pack Check out our sponsors: Branch Basics, Paleo Valley, Optimal Carnivore

Aug 8, 202236 min

Ep 378378: Resilience: Raise Backyard Chickens

What does it take to raise chickens in the backyard? Is it hard? And what is the payoff (in addition to delicious and nutritious fresh eggs)? Today, Harvey Ussery, farmer and author of “The Small-Scale Poultry Flock”, offers a kind of “backyard chickens 101” class on today's episode and you get a front-row seat! Harvey covers the ins and outs of backyard chickens: from how to get started, navigating your county’s regulations, how to source your chicks, how to avoid chicken coop “stink” and more. He discusses feed and the importance of allowing chickens to roam about and feast on earthworms, grubs, slugs, and snails. He talks about the value it brings to the entire household, in terms of understanding how nature works.All in all, he makes a great (and entertaining) case for giving backyard chickens a go. Visit Harvey's website: themodernhomestead.us Become a member of the Weston A. Price Foundation. Check out our sponsors: Bubble & Bee, Upgraded Formulas, Optimal Carnivore

Aug 1, 202247 min

Ep 377377: Resilience: Take Charge of Your Health

These times are a collective wake up call, inviting us to take charge of our health. Paul Chek, author and the founder of the CHEK Institute, today explains why we must respond to this wake up call by listening to our body and learning from the four “doctors” (or teachers) – happiness, movement, diet, and quiet. He explains each in detail. Turning to these doctors helps us fulfill our dreams, nourish our bodies, strengthen our spirit and identify our purpose. They address our growth and health on all the levels: physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual. Check out his website: chekinstitute.com Sign up for our Wise Traditions conference this October! See our sponsors: Abundance Plus, Paleo Valley, Optimal Carnivore

Jul 25, 202240 min

Ep 376376: Resilience: Get Growing

What would it look like if we worked together with our neighbors to foster food independence, build stronger communities, and improve our health? Zen Honeycutt, author and the Executive Director of Moms Across America, has an idea to get us growing food for our families and those around us, ensuring food access for all, which is especially important in times like these. Zen explains the pilot program she is starting up to empower people to get growing their own food: the Neighborhood Food Network. She talks about the support offered to newbie gardeners including resources for when to plant, what to plant, how to handle pests, and more. She shares her vision for more connection with those around us and with the land that can yield food and joys to sustain us now and in the future. Visit her websites: momsacrossamerica.com and neighborhoodfoodnetwork.com Check out our website: westonaprice.org Sign up for a WAPF event at Sally's farm: westonaprice.org Check out our sponsors: Bubble and Bee, Optimal Carnivore, Abundance Plus

Jul 18, 202238 min

Ep 375375: Resilience: Buy Local

With expected food shortages, it is more important than ever to get to know our farmer and buy local. John Moody, well-known food grower, researcher, and author, explains today how a food buying club may be an excellent way to source real food close to home. He describes how food buying clubs operate and how they benefit both farmers and consumers. He goes into why he started a food buying club many years ago and why you might want to start one, too. He shares the pros and cons of such clubs and how they help us avoid the fragile, single-point of failure that characterizes the industrialized food complex. Check out John's websites: roguefoodconference.com and johnwmoody.com. Sign up for the School of Lunch Leader Training Academy! Find more resources on our website westonaprice.org. Check out our sponsors: Abundance Plus, Bubble & Bee, Optimal Carnivore

Jul 11, 202244 min

Ep 374374: Is the Sun to Blame? Or is it the Sunscreen?

We have been told the sun is harmful and that we need to protect our skin from its rays. But the chemicals used in sunscreens are actually more dangerous for us than the sun; indeed sunscreen is harmful to all life on the planet. Today, we gain insights on the problems with sunscreen and what to do about it from Dr. Elizabeth Plourde, a Clinical Laboratory Scientist and the author of "Sunscreens Biohazard 2: Proof of Toxicity Keeps Piling Up." It's not the sun that causes skin cancer, Elizabeth explains, but rather the chemicals in the sunscreen that disrupt our body's balanced hormone ecosystem with carcinogenic toxins. She talks about the problem of sunscreen mixing with chlorine in swimming pools, turning them into a kind of "toxic soup". Elizabeth also explains why spray sunscreens are especially dangerous and why zinc oxide isn’t a particularly good type of protection, either. But she does not leave us without hope. She offers a number of ideas for how to get a healthy amount of sun without burning. She describes how we can build up our sun exposure over time, the importance of coconut oil and a diet high in anti-oxidants and the benefits of the skin’s own melanin to provide protection. Visit Elizabeth's website: bestemfproducts.com Check out the Weston A. Price Foundation website: westonaprice.org Register for the Wise Traditions conference in Knoxville. Check out our sponsors: Bubble & Bee, Paleo Valley, Optimal Carnivore

Jul 4, 202236 min

Ep 373373: Detox From The Shot And Shedding

Have you gotten the COVID-19 shot? Or are you someone who is concerned about shedding? Today's podcast offers some glimmers of hope and practical suggestions for both situations. Dr. Louisa Williams is the author of "Radical Medicine," and she is a specialist in environmental medicine and detoxification. Today, she offers advice on how to detox from the COVID-19 shot and from shedding, if you have not gotten the injection yourself. She recommends the use of activated charcoal for both, in light of its history as an antidote to poison. She goes into detail about the problem with graphene oxide (a metal found in the shots that is very damaging to the body) and how it interacts with 4G and 5G radiation. Louisa offers insights to inform and guide us, based on her practice and personal experience. Visit Louisa's website here: louisawilliamsnd.com Become a member of the Weston A. Price Foundation. Check out our sponsors: Redmond Real Salt, Serenity Farm Bread, Optimal Carnivore.

Jun 27, 202244 min

Ep 372372: Clay: Ancient Earth Medicine

Clay is an ancient earth medicine that offers unique healing properties to help restore the body's electrical balance, nourish the body with trace minerals and electrolytes, and assist the body in detoxing processes. Today, Victor Cozzetto, a nutritionist, certified Emotion Code Practitioner, and detox expert, reviews the wonders of clay for healing! Victor describes how his own family has benefited from its use, what his clients have experienced, and why he suggests we all learn to use it for healing on a number of levels. Visit Victor’s website: vitagenics.me Sign up for the WAPF email list Follow WAPF on Instagram, MeWe, Telegram, and YouTube Check out our sponsors: Earth Runners, Paleo Valley, Optimal Carnivore

Jun 20, 202246 min

Ep 371371: Beyond Organic

Do you ever wish we could go back to a time when farmers really cared about their animals and land...and neighbors? Amish farmers Leon and Junior remind us that the time is now, as they describe their vision for farming that goes beyond "organic." Leon Wengerd is the CEO of Green Field Farms and Raymond Yoder (who goes by Junior) is the production manager. Green Field Farms is a certified organic farm coop in Ohio. Together, they explain how ethical agriculture has historically been a part of the Amish culture and how they are continuing those traditions today. They get specific, from the ground up, discussing soil health and what they do to ensure that it is abundant in minerals to provide the most nutrient-rich produce possible. They emphasize old-fashioned growing methods, knowing the cows by name, and most importantly, how they care for their neighbors (as demonstrated in a recent barn-raising). It's a conversation that highlights the healthy, "beyond organic" options that are available in every facet of our lives. Visit Greenfield Coop's website: gffarms.com Order WAPF's materials (like trifold brochures) Check out our sponsors: Redmond Real Salt, Serenity Farm Bread, Optimal Carnivore

Jun 13, 202241 min

Ep 370370: Germ Theory V. Natural Law

Since grade school, most of us have been taught germ theory so consistently that we may have forgotten that it is a theory in the first place. Today, Marcy Cravat, the producer of the documentary "Terrain" challenges our presumptions. She contrasts germ theory with natural law (or what some call terrain theory). And she explains how these drastically different approaches shape our understanding of the world and our own health. Marcy differentiates between the two - exploring a number of related subjects including contagion and resonance, and the pleomorphic cycle of healing. Along the way, she celebrates the intrinsic wisdom of our bodies to bring us back to balance and health. Visit her website terrainthefilm.com. Get the FREE WAPF info pack here. Check out our sponsors Earth Runners, Paleo Valley, Optimal Carnivore.

Jun 6, 202244 min

Ep 369369: Is It About Public Health Or Power And Control?

Worldwide restrictions (like lockdowns and mask mandates) are not supported by science, proving their efficacy. And the objective does not appear to be to restore the public health, anyway, but rather to gain power and control over the population, at large. Leslie Manookian, the President and Founder of the Health Freedom Defense Fund, offers insights about what's going on related to the "pandemic." Leslie's group was the one behind the case in Florida that overturned mask mandates on public transportation. She explains how they won that case and what she expects down the line. She offers historical context on the infringement of freedoms in the U.S. in particular. She goes over the science (and the lack, thereof) supporting masks and other precautionary measures. And she explains what the recently released Pfizer documents reveal about what this vaccine company knew and knowingly hid from the public. In sum, Leslie offers a compelling case for questioning the mainstream narrative on what's going on, and what to do to protect our freedoms and autonomy in the future. Visit Leslie's website: healthfreedomdefense.org Become a member of the Weston A. Price Foundation Check out our sponsors: Redmond Real Salt, Serenity Farm Breads, Optimal Carnivore

May 30, 202251 min

Ep 368368: Make Your Own Baby Formula

The U.S. is experiencing a nationwide baby formula shortage. What to do at such a time? When breastfeeding isn't possible, a homemade baby formula is a wonderful alternative. Sally Fallon Morell and Mary Enig co-authored Nourishing Traditions and they also developed a recipe for homemade baby formula decades ago, which has helped innumerable babies thrive. Today, Sally explains how they came up with this alternative and why it is preferable to commercial formulas that often contain seed oils, corn syrup, and other questionable ingredients. Sally goes over the ingredients needed to make this homemade version, explaining how each ingredient benefits the baby. She even offers alternative ingredients for babies with allergies or sensitivities. Visit Sally's blog: nourishingtraditions.com. Join Nourishing Our Children. Find a local WAPF chapter leader. Go to radiantlifecatalog.com for formula ingredients. Buy "Nourishing Traditions" from New Trends Publishing. Check out the WAPF homemade baby formula resource page.

May 25, 202232 min

Ep 367367: Hold Your Breath

Did you ever hold your breath when driving through a tunnel as a kid? Do you now deliberately slow down your breathing to de-stress? The less you need to breathe, the longer you live and the better your health. So says Niraj Naik, a SOMA Breath instructor, who today gives us an overview of how breathing impacts our entire body, and how mindful breathing can help heal all of our systems. He explains what happens in the body and brain over the long-haul with a committed breathwork practice. He goes over an easy exercise to assess where we are, as a starting point, and he also offers tips for how to begin breath training for all of the benefits it holds. Visit Niraj's website: somabreath.com Check out our WAPF resources in Spanish: WAPF en español See our sponsors: Redmond Real Salt, Earth Runners, Optimal Carnivore

May 23, 202256 min

Ep 366366: Is Homebirth For Us?

What are the pros and cons of homebirth? Registered nurse Elizabeth Parsons and her husband, Noah, share their insights today. They are parents of five children, some of whom were born at the hospital and others at home. Elizabeth was a pediatric nurse for 9 years before coming home full time to empower and educate about natural alternatives for healing. Today, Elizabeth and Noah explain what to consider when making this birthing decision. They discuss the importance of knowing your rights and birthing options, whether you decide to labor at home or in the hospital. They also delve into the difference between midwifery and OB/GYN care, throughout pregnancy and after delivery. Finally, they share their own perspective on the birthing process (they much preferred their homebirth experience), along with resources for making an informed decision, and their most recent (and surprising) homebirth. Visit their website: purelyparsons.com Check out the Modern Ancestral Mamas podcast. Visit the WAPF website: westonaprice.org See our sponsors: Ultimate Dog, Paleo Valley, Optimal Carnivore

May 16, 202244 min

Ep 365365: Homesteading For Health

A diagnosis of lymphoma shattered Jason Contreras' world. He was only 30 years old and he was a marathon runner. Something had to change, clearly. Though it took a little time, Jason did a 180. He and his wife moved to North Carolina to start a homestead. Today, Jason, the man behind the Sow the Land YouTube channel, tells his story, describing how receiving this diagnosis and leaving his office job has radically altered his life and health. He talks about all he learned along the way – from his biggest learning curve to the fact that labels aren't everything to his daughter who now knows how to butcher chickens! He also explains why he is healthier today than ever. Check out Jason's YouTube channel: Sow the Land Register for our Wise Traditions conference! Become a member of the Weston A. Price Foundation. See our sponsors: Earth Runners, Serenity Farm Bread, Optimal Carnivore

May 9, 202240 min

Ep 364364: Your Life Is Your Medicine

If your life was given to you in a line up, would you pay for it? Would you buy it, exactly as you're living it? If not, it may be time to explore what has to change. Dr. Cassie Huckaby is a Naturopathic Physician and founder of Grit Natural Medicine. Today, Cassie invites us to explore how our very lives are our medicine--for our good or to our detriment. And to begin to recognize our own intrinsic power to heal. Cassie lifts up the power of the human spirit to bring about changes. She explains how our belief system affects our health, and how what is called the “placebo” effect can be used to our benefit for healing. She reminds us that our bodies are on our side---not trying to sabotage us. And that illness or injury may be one way that they communicate to us. Cassie also speaks to us from her own experience of healing and what she has witnessed with her patients. She calls us to get curious and courageous to explore our full healing potential. Visit Cassie's website: gritnaturalmedicine.com Pick up your free "Nutrition for Mental Health" brochure Check out our sponsors: Ultimate Dog, Paleo Valley, Optimal Carnivore

May 2, 202249 min

Ep 363363: Mental Health: EFT (Tapping)

Emotional Freedom Technique (known as EFT or tapping) is a simple, non-invasive healing technique that moves energy in the body. It has been used to great effect to relieve anxiety, PTSD, improve sports performance, and more. EFT practitioner Bev Nerenberg helps us understand what it is, how it works, and how to get started tapping. Bev has been tapping for decades now. She explains how it can help alleviate emotional and physical issues through a gentle tapping procedure, using the body’s meridian system. She tells the story of how she first came across EFT (what she calls "acupuncture without the needles") and how effective it was at helping her deal with anger and other issues. She even walks us through a step-by-step tapping tutorial. Visit Bev's website: wellnessatyourfingertips.com Register for our upcoming Wise Traditions conference. Check out our sponsors: Earth Runners, Women's Meditation Network, Optimal Carnivore Get our free Nutrition for Mental Health brochure

Apr 25, 202240 min

Ep 362362: Mental Health: Shadow Work

Shadow work is the process of exploring the hidden side of yourself. In the work, you learn to let go of facades and ways of relating that are disempowering. Today, Dr. Kelly Brogan invites us to lean into the challenges and enjoy the freedom and growth that can result from increased self-awareness. Kelly is a holistic psychiatrist, the author of A Mind of Your Own and Own Your Self, and the founder of the online healing program Vital Mind Reset. She points out that shadow work helps us break old patterns and to discover what it feels like to really live--feeling our feelings, facing fear, and exploring parts of ourselves that we have either ignored or resisted. She suggests that we begin with curiosity about ourselves, rather than self-judgment or condemnation. She reminds us that at times we may feel like we're actually dying as we sit with uncomfortable feelings. She describes the process as a spiral path of learning, where we revisit lessons throughout our lives. Finally, Kelly reminds us that this work can result in a life characterized by greater joy and overflowing vitality. Visit Kelly's website: kellybroganmd.com Register for our Wise Traditions conference in October. Check out our sponsors: Paleo Valley, Ultimate Dog, Optimal Carnivore Order our free Nutrition for Mental Health brochure

Apr 18, 20221h 0m

Ep 361361: Mental Health: Connection To Diet

What does breakfast have to do with mental health? A good deal, according to Sally Fallon Morell, President of the Weston A. Price Foundation. Sally covers today the role nutrition plays in our wellbeing. Nutrient deficiencies can easily lead to mental instability. Sally reviews the nutrients needed for healthy brain and cellular function, like cholesterol and saturated fats. She explains how animal fats work synergistically in the body to create our own cannabinoids, chemicals that regulate reward pathways and increase dopamine release. She helps us understand what to put on the table and what to avoid. Bone broth is in, for example; MSG, soy, and GMOs are out. Basically, she helps us understand how to build a nutrient-dense foundation for good mental and physical health. Visit Sally's blog: nourishingtraditions.com Join the Weston A. Price Foundation's email list. Check out our sponsors: Earth Runners, Sleep Meditations for Women, Optimal Carnivore

Apr 11, 202232 min

Ep 360360: Mental Health: Burnout

Burnout is emotional, physical, or mental exhaustion. Symptoms include extreme fatigue, hair loss, anxiety, frequent colds, and more. It's basically a stress overload. Adam Parker, a corporate wellness consultant and the host of The Ideal Day Podcast, addresses the issue. Adam had his own serious burnout experience in 2018 that led to his work today: helping others avoid burnout or recover from it. He offers insights on the topic for all of us. He defines it. He explains the dependence strategies many of us rely on to manage it (including turning to coffee or alcohol). And he offers healthy alternatives that help us lower the load we feel. He speaks of guarding the mind and the body; he reminds us of the healing power of nature, sunlight, and connection to one another. And ultimately, he offers tools that help us regain our health and balance. Visit his website: youridealday.com Get the Weston A. Price Foundation free info pack. Check out our sponsors: Ultimate Dog Chirp, Paleo Valley, Optimal Carnivore

Apr 4, 202241 min

Ep 359359: Mental Health: Overmedicated

A waitress takes meds for her insomnia. Then she can't get off of them. An Iraq war veteran suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder and takes a variety of meds for over 12 years. A teenager with an eating disorder is prescribed anti-depressants that lead to hallucinations. Each of their stories was featured in the documentary "Medicating Normal." And, today, producer Wendy Ractliffe and Angie Peacock, a veteran who is now a mental health reform advocate, explain why they were involved in the making of the movie and what they think is an often-overlooked issue in mental health circles: how we are over-medicating those suffering with mental health conditions. They cover why so many meds are prescribed (and, yes, overprescribed). They discuss the fallout from side effects and when meds might absolutely be the right choice. They talk about what comes with tapering off from certain meds. And they offer recommendations for how to handle mental health issues differently. See the movie's website: medicatingnormal.com Check out upcoming events at westonaprice.org Visit our sponsors' websites: Redmond Real Salt, Women's Meditation Network, Optimal Carnivore

Mar 28, 202238 min

Ep 358358: Mental Health: Anxiety

Racing thoughts? Chronic stress? Physical dis-ease? Most of us turn to distractions to avoid the pain and discomfort of anxiety and stressors. What if we could learn to embrace our emotions and see them as part of the healing journey? Greg Schmaus is a Holistic Health Practitioner with an expertise in healing the mind. His protocols include nutrition, movement, meditation and a number of lifestyle practices. Today, Greg emphasizes the importance of allowing ourselves to actually experience our emotions instead of tamping them down. Greg talks about how we can train the mind, almost as we would train a puppy, and learn to sit with it and grow from it. He also opens up and shares his own story and how he's been able to address his own mental health struggles and to help many others. Visit Greg's website here: healing4d.com Check out the upcoming events for the Weston A. Price Foundation. See our sponsors: Redmond Real Salt, Paleo Valley, Optimal Carnivore

Mar 21, 202241 min

Ep 357357: Mental Health: Addiction

When we think of addiction, alcohol and drugs may immediately spring to mind. But we can also become addicted to digital “substances,” like Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, even video games. Today, Dr. Anna Lembke helps us uncover the nature of addiction: why we get addicted, what happens when we do, and what we can do to break its hold on us. Anna is a professor of psychiatry at Stanford University School of Medicine. Her new book is Dopamine Nation: Finding Balance in the Age of Indulgence. Anna expounds on what happens in the brain and the body when we become addicted to a chemical substance or something virtual. She explains how intense digital addictions can be. She also uncovers how to identify addictive behavior in ourselves and its sources. She also offers hope as she tells the stories of her patients who have escaped the clutches of addiction and transformed their lives for the better. Check out Anna's book: Dopamine Nation Become a member of the Weston A. Price Foundation. Visit our sponsors: Redmond Real Salt, Women's Meditation Network, & Optimal Carnivore

Mar 14, 202237 min

Ep 356356: Defeat The Mandates Rally: Behind The Scenes

The Defeat the Mandates DC rally was held on January 23, 2022. People from all walks of life, political affiliations, and ethnic backgrounds---firefighters, activists, doctors, nurses, lawyers, and more--convened to stand for health freedom. We asked a number of the speakers the simple question "Why are you here?" We compiled their answers in this behind-the-scenes peek of that momentous day. In this unique collection of voices, you'll hear from Dr. Pierre Kory, Jo Rose, Dr. Paul Marik, Dr. Ryan Cole, Dr. Paul Alexander, Dr. Richard Urso, Tricia S. Lindsay, Dr. Peter McCullough, Kevin Jenkins, and more. Go to thehighwire.com for more on that day, from the stage. Join the Weston A. Price Foundation email list. Subscribe to the Wise Traditions podcast on Apple Podcasts.

Mar 10, 202259 min

Ep 355355: Lessons from (Ab)original People

There is a wisdom in ancient health and lifestyle traditions that has unfortunately been cast aside, leading to deterioration in the overall wellbeing of many aboriginal communities. Dr. Kama Mico, Co-founder of Under the Shade, has been exploring root causes of health crises in a number of indigenous people groups. Today, Kama shares what she’s witnessed first-hand among the indigenous people of Elcho Island -- an embracing of overly-processed, "modern" food ways that has made them sicker. Many of us all over the world have also adopted these changes to our detriment. Kama reminds us that we can all return to more natural dietary choices -- eating food from nature, instead of food from factories, for example -- to reclaim our health and vitality. And she shares stories and lessons learned from the (ab)original peoples that can help us live our most vibrant lives today, wherever we are. Visit her website: undertheshade.org.au Become a member of the Weston A. Price Foundation Check out our sponsors: Redmond Salt, Paleo Valley, Optimal Carnivore

Mar 7, 202234 min

Ep 354354: Know Your Farmer

Do you know your farmer? What might it look like to connect with the person who grows or raises your food? What characterizes the communities that care about regenerative agriculture and nourishing, local food? Today we gain insight from a community in Little Rock, Arkansas of farmers and those who rally around them. Our guests are Clint Ballard of Milk and Honey Hill Farm, Greg and Kinsey Bradford of Bradford Valley Farm, Barbara Hutchinson, a farm hand at The Farm at Barefoot Bend, and David and Micah Rice, the owners of The Bramble Market. We discuss a number of topics including: why local food matters, what got these farmers farming in the first place, the highs and lows of farm life, the benefits and challenges of producing raw milk and the satisfaction that comes from connecting with your community, and, yes, knowing your farmer.

Feb 28, 202233 min

Ep 353353. Nourish The Skin. Ditch The Toxins.

Sulfates in shampoo. Aluminum in deodorant. Synthetic fragrances in skincare and household products. Emilie Toups, of Toups and Co Organics, today explains what to watch out for on the products we put on (and around) our bodies. She covers how the aforementioned chemicals can disrupt our hormone function and overall health. She explains how her journey to heal her daughter's eczema compelled her to research toxins. And she offers insights on simple swaps like fragrance-free laundry detergent in place of those with artificial "springtime" fragrance, tallow or emu oil instead of lotion, and how we might even ditch our shampoo products altogether. Check out Emilie's website: toupsandco.com Purchase WAPF's "Healthy 4 Life" guide. See our sponsors: One Earth Health, Paleo Valley, and Optimal Carnivore

Feb 21, 202234 min

Ep 352352: Protect Your Health And Wealth

It is said that, "The first wealth is health.” Today we consider how health and wealth are related and how to protect both. Catherine Austin Fitts, the president of Solari and publisher of the Solari Report helps us get a handle on what’s at stake in today's world. She explains “the great reset” and Event 201 and their implications. She covers how to better secure our financial future and what to expect with social security. She goes over why we need a healthy skepticism of financial institutions and pharmaceutical companies. And she reminds us that living a Wise Traditions lifestyle will protect our most important asset: over very health and life. Visit Catherine's website: solariadvisors.com Get the Weston A. Price Foundation's free info pack. Check out our sponsors: One Earth Health, Force of Nature, Optimal Carnivore

Feb 14, 202241 min

Ep 351351: Dismantling The Narrative

The current narrative insists that we must rely on experts to preserve good health. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. explains today that our health agencies, media, and Anthony Fauci have other interests at heart. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is the Head of the Children’s Health Defense and a staunch advocate for health and medical freedom. Today, he highlights portions of his New York Times bestselling book “The Real Anthony Fauci.” He reveals facts that indicate that we’re unhealthier now, under Fauci's leadership, than we were decades prior to it. He exposes how Fauci and public health agencies have aligned with pharmaceutical companies at the expense of public health. And he emphasizes that true science invites questions and debate. It’s never settled. Check out Robert F. Kennedy's website: childrenshealthdefense.org Sign up for the Weston A. Price Foundation email list. See our sponsors: One Earth Health, Paleo Valley, Optimal Carnivore

Feb 7, 202250 min

Ep 350350: The 5G and COVID-19 Connection

Is there evidence to suggest a relationship between COVID-19 and exposure to wireless radiation, including 5G? Yes. Beverly Rubik, and her colleague Robert Brown, recently published a study in a peer-reviewed journal that concludes that non-native radiation is compromising our health and leading to symptoms that mirror those of COVID-19. Today, Beverly talks about the correlation between COVID and 5G rollout when you look at maps of the two. She describes symptoms—hypercoagulation, hypoxia, headaches, fatigue, memory problems, oxidative stress, immune system disruption, heart arrhythmia, and more—that indicate Covid-19 and/or radiation poisoning. Beverly warns about more 5G being rolled out in January 2022. And lastly, she shares her own experiences with wireless radiation along with simple steps to protect ourselves from additional exposure. See the study on the NIH website here. Check out Beverly's sites: brubik.com and frontiersciences.org Visit the Weston A. Price Foundation website. Follow us on Instagram, Telegram, and MeWe. Check out our sponsors: One Earth Health, Force of Nature, Optimal Carnivore

Jan 31, 202244 min

Ep 349349: Get "Unstuck" With Biofield Tuning

An energy “traffic jam” in the body is a place where we’re stuck, physically or emotionally. Eileen Day McKusick, the author of "Electric Body, Electric Health", is a researcher who for decades has been studying how sound impacts health. Today, she explains how our body's energetic biofield can have areas of distortion or resistance because of memories or traumas. She describes how we can re-tune our bodies to get back into “harmony” with ourselves, so to speak. And she covers protocols that help us heal – from the use of tuning forks to breath work, connection with nature, laughter, and even singing. Visit Eileen's website: electrichealth.com Become a member of the Weston A. Price Foundation Check out our sponsors: Redmond Real Salt, Force of Nature, Optimal Carnivore

Jan 24, 202241 min

Ep 348348: Activate To Defend Food And Health Freedom

Medical freedom is eroding. Food freedom is also at risk. Wishing for change isn’t enough. We need to roll up our sleeves and participate to turn things around. Elizabeth Murphy, medical and health freedom activist, today educates us about how to begin doing just that. She explains how to initiate change on an individual and governmental level. She describes for example how anyone can write a bill, run for office, and/or contact their legislator to get their voice heard. She also reminds us to take steps to create change in our own lives, by taking charge of our health and speaking up for our rights. Follow Elizabeth Murphy on Facebook & see her Ancestral Antics Facebook page here. Learn more about the Weston A. Price Foundation. Check out our sponsors: Redmond Real Salt, Paleo Valley, Optimal Carnivore

Jan 17, 202237 min

Ep 347347: You Heal You

How can we get through this seemingly interminable pandemic better and stronger than ever before? Tommy John is a former professional athlete, a published author, and the owner and operator of the Tommy John Performance and Healing Center in San Diego. Today, he reminds us to step into own sovereignty and strength and recognize the reality that the body has the ability to self heal. He offers insights and provocative questions about the health care "system"--both Western and naturopathic. He points out the importance of not getting swept up by the chaos of our times. And he advocates for holistic health that begins with each individual's innate intelligence and resilience. Visit his website: drtommyjohn.com Become a member of the Weston A. Price Foundation. Check out our sponsors Redmond Real Salt, Force of Nature, Optimal Carnivore

Jan 10, 202241 min

Ep 346346: Homesteading: A Rooted Life

You don't really need acres of land to become a homesteader. A simple pot on a windowsill is a great place to start. Justin Rhodes, author of "The Rooted Life", inspires millions to grow their own food on his YouTube channel and streaming platform, Abundance Plus. Today, Justin offers insights on the ups and downs of the homesteading way of life, how he and Rebekah got started on it in the first place, and why your family just might see you as crazy if you decide to get into it yourself. Whether you're looking into living off the land or simply need a glimpse of a sustaining and gratifying lifestyle, you may find what you're looking for here, as Justin peels back the curtain on his homestead and heart. Check out Justin's YouTube channel! Get WAPF's free info pack! Check out our sponsors: Redmond Real Salt, Paleo Valley, Force of Nature

Jan 3, 202248 min

Ep 345345: Best Of 2021

Sunlight. Nourishing organ meats. A healthy, happy life. Matt Maruca, Sally Fallon Morell, and Bruce Lipton cover all of the above on our final podcast of 2021. It's a "highlight reel" of sorts with excerpts from the most popular episodes of the year. Explore the benefits of full spectrum sunlight with Matt Maruca of Ra Optics. Sally Fallon Morell, president of the Weston A. Price Foundation, highlights the timeless principles of healthy traditional diets, including the importance of eating nose-to-tail and preparing for pregnancy. And Dr. Bruce Lipton offers insights on happiness: the importance of self-acceptance and balance. Visit Bruce's website: brucelipton.com Check out Matt's website: raoptics.com Sally's blog is available at nourishingtraditions.com See our website for podcast transcripts and more: westonaprice.org Order videos from our Wise Traditions 2021 conference from Fleetwood here. Check out our sponsors: Optimal Carnivore, Better Help, One Earth Health.

Dec 27, 202147 min

Ep 344344: Safety Third

"Safety first" is what we usually hear. But is safety the best compass for living well? Charles Eisenstein, author of "The More Beautiful World Our Hearts Know is Possible,” holds a magnifying glass up to what’s happening in our society and in our lives. He challenges our choices and how we are responding to the current narrative. He warns against ostracizing individuals or groups and invites us to let intuition guide us on how to live best and most fully. Check out Charles' website: charleseisenstein.org Visit our website for more resources: westonaprice.org Go to thehighwire.com for health news. See our sponsors: Optimal Carnivore, Paleo Valley, One Earth Health

Dec 20, 202148 min

Ep 343343: Cure Your Fatigue and Slow Down the Aging Process

Mineral deficiencies could be at the root of much of our fatigue and illness. The proper balance of magnesium, copper, and iron can go far in restoring our health and curing our fatigue. Today, Morley Robbins, author of "Cure Your Fatigue" and founder of The Root Cause Protocol, offers insights on this topic. He explains how to achieve the proper balance of core minerals–copper, iron, and magnesium–to turn things around and restore the body’s balance. And he discusses where these minerals are found to incorporate them into the diet, absorb the critical nutrients, and improve our health and energy levels. See Morley's website: rcp123.org Visit our website for more resources: westonaprice.org Check out our sponsors: Children's Health Defense, Optimal Carnivore, Better Help, One Earth Health

Dec 13, 202149 min

Ep 342342: Eat Your Liver... & Other Organ Meats Too

Why should we eat our liver… and other organ meats? Are they really as nutrient-rich as we've been told? And, if we do decide to go for it, what's the best approach to adding them to the diet? James Barry, chef, author, and founder of Pluck, organ-based seasoning, sheds light on the subject of "offal" (organ meats). He explains why organ meats are, essentially, "Mother Nature's multivitamin." He gives a brief history of organ meat consumption, explains cuts we may be unfamiliar with, and shares ideas for how to go about including them in the diet (including stating with cuts that are most similar to muscle meat). He shares clever ways to eat liver and other organ meats, too! Visit James' website: eatpluck.com Check out our website: westonaprice.org Thanks to our sponsors: Optimal Carnivore, Paleo Valley and One Earth Health

Dec 6, 202141 min

Ep 341341: Emotional Detox

Humans spend roughly 70% of their days in a fight or flight response. It is common to be stressed, anxious, and worried. But it’s not healthy. These types of emotions resonate at lower frequencies. How can we shift to more positive emotions? And release emotions that may be stored or trapped in our biofield? Dr. Sina McCullough is the creator of the online program GO WILD: How I Reverse Chronic & Autoimmune Disease and the co-host of the Beyond Labels podcast with Joel Salatin. Today she explains how stored emotions in our bio-field can dictate the way our genes express themselves, and how emotions like fear, sadness or anger can express genes that create inflammatory conditions. She discusses the ill effects of Adverse Childhood Experiences (known as ACES) and unresolved traumas. She goes over therapies (like tapping and breath work) that help us move emotion through the body to prevent and reverse disease. And she also reminds us of the healing power of self-love and acceptance. Visit her website: drsinamccullough.com Sign up for our email list on our website: westonaprice.org Order recordings from our 2021 Wise Traditions conference here. Check out our sponsors Optimal Carnivore and BetterHelp

Nov 27, 202146 min

Ep 340340: Unconventional Ideas

A nutrient-dense diet can override a fair amount of sugar in the diet. Glyphosate and 5G have a role in our deteriorating health. Soy leads to aggressive behavior. It’s time to question the mainstream COVID narrative. Sally Fallon Morell, president of the Weston A. Price Foundation, invites us to reexamine our presuppositions when it comes to nurturing good health. She covers all of the aforementioned topics: the power of a nutrient-dense diet, the dangers of soy and glyphosate, and the importance of digging deep to explore what factors are at play in our global health crisis. Visit Sally's website: nourishingtraditions.com Check out our website for more resources: westonaprice.org Order conference recordings at Fleetwoodonsite.com Check out our sponsors: Cold Plunge and Optimal Carnivore

Nov 22, 202131 min

Ep 339339: Covid: No Record Found of SARS-COV-2

Curiosity led a biostatistician down an unusual path. Intrigued by the concept that the SARS-COV-2 virus has not been isolated ever, our guest began inquiring of health departments around the world: Do you have evidence of an isolated virus? To date, over 100 institutions from all over the globe have responded...and there has been no evidence in sight of SARS-COV-2. Christine Massey, a former biostatistician for cancer researchers, today discusses her research on the concept of viruses (and this “virus” in particular) and what she’s learned through hundreds of FOIA requests (freedom of information act) from health departments all over the world. She goes over how the cultures or samples used to "isolate the virus" are actually interfering with the process. She exposes the flaws in this methodology and the problem with PCR testing. She also explains why talk of “variants” is essentially nonsense. Visit Christine's website: fluoridefreepeel.ca Check out our website: westonaprice.org Thank you to sponsors: Primal Pastures, Paleo Valley, BetterHelp

Nov 15, 202139 min

Ep 338338: Covid: Keep Kids Grounded in Turbulent Times

How can we help our children feel safe, happy, and grounded during these challenging times? Dr. Stanton Hom, a pediatric chiropractor, Hilary Boynton, the founder of School of Lunch, and Hilda Labrada Gore, ancestral health advocate share personal stories along with recommendations to help our children thrive in uncertain times. The conversation covers the importance of nourishing our children well, giving them a strong sense of who they are, and getting them outside and in nature as much as possible. Hilary, Stanton, and Hilda also emphasize the responsibility of parents for setting the tone of the home, and the role of love and spiritual practices in providing a solid foundation for the children's health and mindset. Stanton Hom's website: futuregenerationssd.com Hilary Boynton's website: schooloflunch.com Hilda Labrada Gore's website: holistichilda.com Become a member of the Weston A. Price Foundation. Check out our sponsors: Primal Pastures, Cold Plunge, HartETF.com

Nov 8, 202155 min

Ep 337337: Covid: Homeopathy For Prevention And Detox Post-Shot

Homeopathy has been used to treat health crises in the past. It can help today too. Anke Zimmerman is a professional homeopath and former naturopathic physician with 30 years of clinical experience. Today she discusses how homeopathy may be a tool for preventing the covid sickness and for detoxing, post-injection. She covers what remedies she's used for patients who've gotten a covid vaccine. And she offers suggestions for remedies to shore up the body's resilience, overall. Visit her website: ankezimmerman.net. Go to our website westonaprice.org and join our email list or become a member! Check out our sponsors: Primal Pastures, Paleo Valley and Optimal Carnivore.

Nov 1, 202147 min

Ep 336336: Covid: Connect The Dots With David Martin

Current restrictions and mandates and the advent of health passports and more—are de-stabilizing. The media emphasizes COVID case loads, variants, and the need to get injections and boosters. What is really at play and who’s behind the fear-mongering? What is the end game? This is episode 336 and our guest today is Dr. David Martin. David is the author of “Lizards Eat Butterflies” and the Founder and Chairman of M-CAM Inc. Today he discusses the state of emergency we find ourselves in, the push for vaccination, and how to protect health freedom. In this conversation, David helps us connect the dots about censorship, mind control, and criminal activity. He also notes what we can do to turn things around and maintain a positive outlook in these times. Visit his website: davidmartin.world Check out our website: westonaprice.org Register for our Wise Traditions conference. Check out our sponsors: Primal Pastures, Cold Plunge, Optimal Carnivore

Oct 25, 202143 min

Ep 335335: Covid: There Is No Virus

Are you willing to consider a completely different point of view of today's "pandemic"? Many people today are convinced that the coronavirus is contagious, masks are a must and that vaccines are critical to eradicate it once and for all. Sally Fallon Morell, President of the Weston A. Price Foundation, and Dr. Tom Cowan today explain, in no uncertain terms, how the so-called coronavirus is not actually a virus, at all, and that because this is the case, our response to the current health crisis has been completely off-base. Check out our website: westonaprice.org Register for the Wise Traditions conference in Dallas. Visit Tom's website: drtomcowan.com Visit Sally's website: nourishingtraditions.com Check out our sponsors: Redmond Real Salt, Primal Pastures, Optimal Carnivore

Oct 18, 202155 min

Ep 334334: Healing Properties Of Medicinal Plants

Jewelweed, which often grows near poison ivy, is able to extract the oils from poison ivy and help you heal. Elderberry supports the immune system. Goldenrod can reduce allergies and is good for the circulatory system. Mark Merriwether Vorderbruggen is a forager, chemist, and expert on wild edible and medicinal plants, and the founder of Medicine Man Plant Co. Today, he introduces us to the healing benefits of plants that we may have overlooked—like the Prickly Pear, the milk thistle, mushrooms, and more. He shares his knowledge along with a profound respect for nature and ancient cultures who literally listened to the plants and learned what they could do. Check out Mark's website: medicinemanplantco.com Visit our website: westonaprice.org Register for our conference: wisetraditions.org Check out our sponsors: Redmond Real Salt, Cold Plunge & Optimal Carnivore

Oct 11, 202139 min