Smarter Not Harder

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, the HOMeHOPe Faculty comes together for a roundtable conversation exploring the idea of "clinical kryptonite" — the client types, conditions, and scenarios that challenge even the most experienced practitioners. Through candid stories and diverse clinical perspectives, the faculty highlights how self-awareness, scope clarity, and collaborative care shape better outcomes for both practitioners and patients. Join us as we delve into: Why certain conditions — such as cancer or severe mental health disorders — can feel overwhelming in clinical practice How practitioners recognize when a case requires referral, collaboration, or a different skill set The biochemical and systems-level foundations that make mental health cases uniquely complex The importance of boundaries, therapeutic rapport, and honesty in maintaining effective practitioner–client relationships This episode is for you if: You're a clinician interested in understanding your own "clinical kryptonite" You've struggled with client non-compliance, scope limitations, or personality mismatches You want a deeper look at how HOMeHOPe practitioners use systems biology and metabolomics to support complex cases You're curious about how referral networks and inter-professional collaboration improve client outcomes You can also find this episode on… Youtube: https://youtu.be/uR-GVeWjq2E Find more from Smarter Not Harder: Website: https://troscriptions.com/blogs/podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/troscriptions HOMeHOPe Virtual Symposium 2026: https://homehope.org/homehope-virtual-symposium-2026 Get 10% Off your purchase of the Metabolomics Module by using PODCAST10 at https://www.homehope.org/ Get 10% Off your Troscriptions purchase by using POD10 at https://www.troscriptions.com/ Get daily content from the hosts of Smarter Not Harder by following @troscriptions on Instagram.

Dr. Mariza Snyder, a naturopathic doctor and women's hormone-health expert, joins the conversation to shed light on perimenopause and midlife metabolism. She describes perimenopause as a 'second puberty' that affects every aspect of women's health. Discover how insulin resistance and hormone balance shape energy and mood, and why sleep is essential during this transition. Dr. Mariza also highlights the significance of testosterone for vitality and recommends practical strategies like movement and community to thrive through midlife.

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, the HOMeHOPe Faculty — Dr. Scott Sherr, Dr. Ted Achacoso, Dr. Jup Kuipers, and Dr. Allen Bookatz — reunite for a timely and insightful roundtable on play, presence, and practitioner power in the age of AI. From microdosing in medicine to using ChatGPT in clinical care, this conversation explores how fun, flow, and forward-thinking frameworks can reinvent healthcare from the inside out. Join us as we delve into: • How "play" transforms clinical performance, creativity, and resilience • The promise and pitfalls of AI like ChatGPT and Gemini in modern medicine • HOMeHOPe's model of proactive care — and why health optimization starts before symptoms • From burnout to breakthrough: how clinicians can reclaim joy and curiosity in practice This episode is for you if: • You're a clinician feeling trapped between protocols and possibility • You want to integrate fun, flow, and fulfillment into your professional life • You're curious about AI in healthcare — and how to use it responsibly • You're done with sick-care and ready to optimize health before disease strikes You can also find this episode on… Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gzgJ81OZ2lM Find more from Smarter Not Harder: Website: Smarter Not Harder Podcast Instagram: https://instagram.com/troscriptions/ HOMeHOPe Virtual Symposium 2026: https://homehope.org/homehope-virtual-symposium-2026 Get 10% Off your purchase of the Metabolomics Module by using PODCAST10 at https://www.homehope.org/ Get 10% Off your Troscriptions order with code POD10 at https://troscriptions.comGet daily content from the hosts of Smarter Not Harder by following @troscriptions on Instagram.

Veronika Gold, a psychotherapist and founder of Polaris Insight, specializes in ketamine-assisted psychotherapy and has studied under luminary Stanislav Grof. In this discussion, she reveals how ketamine uniquely aids in trauma healing, anxiety, and depression. Veronika emphasizes the importance of integrating therapy with psychedelics for lasting change, while sharing insights from Indigenous healing practices. She highlights ketamine's rapid effects and warns about potential risks in the psychedelic movement. A fascinating exploration of mind, healing, and personal growth!

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, Boomer Anderson, Dr. Scott Sherr, Dr. Ted Achacoso, Jodi Duval, and Dr. Allen Bookatz come together for a powerful HOMeHOPe Faculty roundtable exploring the gut — not just as a digestive organ, but as the root of mood, metabolism, immunity, and long-term vitality. This conversation blends systems biology, ancient medicine, and cutting-edge diagnostics to give you a radically holistic view of gut health and what it really takes to heal from within. Join us as we delve into: • How gut health influences brain function, mood, and clarity • The role of trauma and stress in gut dysfunction • Stool testing, diagnostics, and when "more data" isn't better • Probiotics, fiber, and the personalized approach to microbiome support This episode is for you if: • You're chasing mental clarity or performance through your gut • You've tried "gut protocols" but still feel off • You want a clinical, systems-based approach to GI health • You're ready to go beyond buzzwords and into the real science of the microbiome You can also find this episode on… YouTube: https://youtu.be/G4BHp6d9T00 Find more from Smarter Not Harder: Website: https://troscriptions.com/blogs/podcast?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=snh_podcast_homehope_2025_10_09&utm_content=weekly_episode Instagram: https://instagram.com/troscriptions/ Get 10% Off your purchase of the Gut-Immune System Module by using PODCAST10 at https://www.homehope.org Get 10% Off your Troscriptions order with code POD10 at https://www.troscriptions.com Get daily content from the hosts of Smarter Not Harder by following @troscriptions on Instagram.

Dr. Latt Mansor, research lead at HVMN and an expert in metabolism from Oxford, dives into the fascinating world of ketones and mitochondrial health. They explore how ketones serve as both fuel and signaling molecules, enhancing brain and heart performance. Latt emphasizes the importance of metabolic flexibility for longevity and cognitive clarity. He discusses groundbreaking research linking ketones to Alzheimer's treatment and cardiac health. Insights into using exogenous ketones for energy optimization round out this intriguing conversation.

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, the HOMeHOPe Faculty — Dr. Ted Achacoso, Dr. Scott Sherr, Jodi Duval, and Dr. Allen Bookatz — gather for an eye-opening and deeply personal roundtable on the real impact of small lifestyle changes. From hydration to circadian biology, sleep divorces to grayscale screens, this episode breaks down the science behind everyday habits that create extraordinary transformation. Join us as we delve into: Why hydration timing may matter more than hydration amount How "sleep divorces" saved marriages and improved HRV When working out less leads to more energy and fat loss The grayscale phone hack that reclaims your dopamine and your sleep This episode is for you if: You think lifestyle change has to be hard, expensive, or dramatic You're curious why patients resist the simplest habits — and how to get them to comply You've tried "healthy" changes and wondered why they didn't work You're ready to fall in love with feeling well — and want to help others do the same You can also find this episode on…YouTube: https://youtu.be/KVRtjQ9pCgE Find more from Smarter Not Harder:Website: https://troscriptions.com/pages/podcast Instagram: https://instagram.com/troscriptions Get 10% Off your purchase of the Metabolomics Module by using *PODCAST10* at https://homehope.org Get 10% Off your Troscriptions purchase by using *POD10* at https://troscriptions.com Get daily content from the hosts of Smarter Not Harder by following @troscriptions on Instagram.

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, Dr. Dominik Nischwitz joins Dr. Scott Sherr for a powerful, myth-busting conversation about biological dentistry — and how your mouth may be the key to solving chronic disease. From root canals and "leaky gums" to full-body inflammation, this episode reveals how oral health connects directly to brain fog, fatigue, immunity, and longevity. Join us as we delve into: • What "biological dentistry" really means — and how it challenges traditional dental care • The hidden dangers of metal fillings, cavitations, and root canals • Why your mouth's microbiome might be leaking into your bloodstream • How to support systemic healing through oral detox, nutrition, and smarter dental choices This episode is for you if: • You have chronic health issues and no one has looked at your mouth • You've had metal fillings, dental implants, or persistent oral inflammation • You want to detox more effectively — starting from the teeth and gums • You're ready to connect dental decisions with long-term vitality and performance You can also find this episode on... YouTube: https://youtu.be/uDqkapch-bU Find more from Dr. Dominik Nischwitz:Website: https://drdomeofficial.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/drdome1/ Book: It's All in Your Mouth — https://drdomeofficial.com/book Find more from Smarter Not Harder:Website: https://troscriptions.com/blogs/podcast?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=snh_podcast_guest_episode_2025_10&utm_content=podcast_asset Instagram: https://instagram.com/troscriptions/ HOMeHOPe Symposium: https://homehope.org/homehope-symposium Get 10% Off your purchase of the Metabolomics Module by using PODCAST10 at https://www.homehope.org Get 10% Off your Troscriptions purchase by using POD10 at https://www.troscriptions.com Get daily content from the hosts of Smarter Not Harder by following @troscriptions on Instagram.

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, the HOMeHOPe Faculty gathers for a bold and visionary roundtable on the future of integrative health technologies — imagined, invented, or yet to be built. From nervous system shields to microbiome translators and Star Trek-style diagnostics, this conversation challenges the limits of what healing tools could (and should) be. Join us as we delve into: A device that dynamically balances your autonomic nervous system How your gut microbes might one day talk back to you Regenerative mineral cocktails inspired by frog-limb science Holodecks for healing: using environment as medicine This episode is for you if: You're excited by the intersection of sci-fi and health optimization You've ever wished your nervous system had an "off" button You're fascinated by the microbiome, metabolomics, or mind-body tech You want to explore healing beyond pills, protocols, and gadgets You can also find this episode on… YouTube: https://youtu.be/ceaTdYELEzM Find more from Smarter Not Harder: Website: https://troscriptions.com/blogs/podcast Instagram: https://instagram.com/troscriptions/ HOMeHOPe Symposium: https://homehope.org/homehope-symposium Get 10% Off your purchase of the Metabolomics Module by using PODCAST10 at https://www.homehope.org Get 10% Off your Troscriptions order with code POD10 at https://www.troscriptions.com Get daily content from the hosts of Smarter Not Harder by following @troscriptions on Instagram..

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, Coltrane Lord joins Boomer Anderson for a soul-expanding and deeply vulnerable conversation about psychedelic healing, feminine trauma, and what it means to reclaim sovereignty in the body through ancient rituals and sacred plant medicines. From MDMA therapy to ayahuasca in the Amazon, Coltrane's story is one of radical transformation, and a call to honor indigenous wisdom and women's healing in the modern psychedelic movement. Join us as we delve into: Why trauma lives in the body — and how to truly release it The difference between talk therapy and somatic psychedelic healing The importance of indigenous reciprocity in plant medicine work How the Wonderland Project serves women survivors with sacred medicine care This episode is for you if: You've tried therapy but still feel stuck in trauma cycles You're curious about psychedelics, but care about ethics and integration You want to support women's healing, sovereignty, and inner freedom You're ready to shift from coping to actual transformation You can also find this episode on…YouTube: https://youtu.be/w2-0Ker1vQQ Find more from Coltrane Lord:Website: https://lordcoltrane.com Wonderland Project: https://wonderlandproject.love Instagram: https://instagram.com/lordcoltrane Find more from Smarter Not Harder:Website: https://troscriptions.com/pages/podcast Instagram: https://instagram.com/troscriptions HOMeHOPe Symposium: https://homehope.org/homehope-symposium Get 10% Off your purchase of the Metabolomics Module by using PODCAST10 at https://www.homehope.org Get 10% Off your Troscriptions purchase by using POD10 at https://www.troscriptions.com Get daily content from the hosts of Smarter Not Harder by following @troscriptions on Instagram.