The Quantum Biology Collective Podcast

📺 Watch the Video on Spotify, YouTube & RumbleJoin our FREE Community“The genetics don’t change—our genes are set—but the way they express themselves, especially how they express themselves together, is very fluid. It’s dependent on basically everything that happens to us,” says Dr. Karyen Shanks, physician and author, who joins the Quantum Biology Collective Podcast to challenge conventional medicine’s disease model and explain why epigenetics—not genetic destiny—holds the key to true healing.In this episode, Dr. Karyn Shanks reveals how her early disillusionment with the reductionist approach of Western medicine led her to become a change-maker from the inside. She advocates for a holistic, whole-person view that goes beyond labels and “disease boxes,” showing that most chronic illnesses are not fixed with magic bullets but through investigating an individual’s unique terrain—sleep, movement, love, trauma, environment—and empowering patients to trust their own innate wisdom. She discusses the dangers of medical gaslighting, the pitfalls of a system obsessed with pathology, and how lasting health requires curiosity, agency, and compassion.Tune in as Dr. Karyn Shanks shares the science behind epigenetics, the power of neuroplasticity, and how shifting our perspective can transform our health journey. Discover why the current system “has no business with chronic illness,” and what practical, hopeful pathways exist for reclaiming wholeness and resilience—no matter how complex or mysterious your symptoms may seem.5 Key TakeawaysStop outsourcing your well-being—take ownership of your health journey and build your own team of holistic healers and supportive practices.Shift from blaming your body to radical curiosity—treat every symptom as wise information, not a personal failure, and stay open to the healing process.Demand real solutions, not just labels—refuse to be gaslit or boxed in by reductive diagnoses and insist on in-depth, whole-person care.Use your environment and lifestyle to change your biology—harness the power of epigenetics and daily habits like sleep, movement, and connection to influence your genetic expression and resilience.Give yourself permission to walk away from what isn’t working—exercise agency by trying, adapting, and integrating new approaches until you find what truly serves you.Memorable Quotes"Our genetic destiny is not set in stone. We weren't designed to follow the exact trajectory of our parents and grandparents—the way our genes express themselves is very fluid and dependent on everything we experience, ingest, and feel.""The equilibrium may feel like suffering, it may look like chronic illness, but it's really this dynamic place. There are so many inroads to shifting where we're at, and one of the things I like to do is show people that terrain—all the things that make you who you are, that feed into your genetic expression, and can be shifted to rise out of suffering.""Our feelings aren't there to torture us—they're there to show us the way. We want to erase suffering rather than walk into it and ask, 'What do you have to teach me?' If we look at suffering as a portal and approach it with compassion and curiosity, we're going to get somewhere."Connect with Dr. Karyn ShanksWebsite: https://www.karynshanksmd.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KarynShanksMD/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karynshanksmd/Resources Mentioned[insert resources]There's more to QBC: To receive our Podcast Guide, where we break episodes down by category & to receive updates from us, subscribe to our email list here: https://qbcpod.comYou can join the FREE QBC online community here. Find practitioners, ask questions, share experiences: https://qbcpod.com/freecommunityPractitioner certification, the fundamentals of applied quantum biology to apply in your practice, offered through the Institute of Applied Quantum Biology, a non profit dedication to education & research in new health paradigms: https://www.iaqb.foundation/certificationFrom our sponsor:  For red light therapy devices, blue blocking glasses, circadian friendly nightlights & more, visit boncharge.com and enter QBC in the discount box at checkout.MyCircadianAppMake it easy to get your light right: this app tracks everything you need to have a circadian optimised life, from sunrise to sunset - it even has a Lux Meter so you can easily measure how bright it is indside, compated to outside.Link: https://get.mycircadianapp.com/cXOl/QBCAPPRecommended Products:Lifewave phototherapy patches. These small patches are a revolution in health. Using your body's own biophoton emissions, they reflect your light back into your body to stimulate stem cell growth. Highly recommended for women 45+ or anyone with a condition or symptom they'd like to see shift. Start with x39.Purchase retail: https://lifewave.com/qbcpodcast/store/products/40825027-6466-4cb8-92d3-dfc318d34a65For more info from Meredith, fill out this form: https://qbcpod.com/patches/Join Us On Social Instagram: https://instagram.com/quantumbiologycollectiveFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuantumHealthTVRumble: https://rumble.com/c/QuantumBiologyCollective?e9s=src_v1_clrX/Twitter: https://x.com/QBCPODIAQB ResourcesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/iaqb.ce🎙️🎙️🎙️Podcast Production & Marketing by FullCast: https://fullcast.coThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podscribe - https://podscribe.com/privacy

📺 Watch the Video on Spotify, YouTube & RumbleJoin our FREE Community"How could [sunlight] not be crucial? It is as necessary to us as water is to fish—more so," says Dr. Damien Downing, integrative physician, pioneer of ecological medicine, and author of Coherent Health, who joins the Quantum Biology Collective Podcast to reveal how sunlight, structured water, and our electromagnetic environment fundamentally shape human biology.Once a conventional MD dismissive of “all that stuff,” Dr. Damien Downing details his paradigm-shifting journey down the physics rabbit hole—culminating in a radical understanding: humans are not just biochemical or bioelectrical beings, but also “bioinformational” ones, with the capacity to store and transmit information via structured water and time crystals within our bodies. From exploring why full-spectrum sunlight is far more than “just” vitamin D, to explaining how modern indoor living and non-native electromagnetic frequencies (EMFs) short-circuit natural health, he breaks down how everything from depression to appetite to the mysteries of consciousness—like telepathy, intuition, and prayer—may finally have scientific mechanisms.In this lively conversation, you’ll hear why Dr. Damien Downing believes mainstream medicine ignores the most essential nutrient of all, sunlight; what structured water and ‘time crystals’ mean for the future of health; how light serves as the body’s original prescription; and practical ways to reclaim your biological coherence.Tune in to the Quantum Biology Collective Podcast to discover why your health—and maybe your consciousness—depends on the quantum energy all around (and within) you.5 Key TakeawaysSunlight is foundational to health—get outside every day, regardless of the season, and let natural light hit your eyes and skin.Ditch artificial lighting after sunset—replace toxic LED and fluorescent bulbs with biologically friendly alternatives, and minimize screen time at night.Prioritize your sleep environment—remove all sources of non-native EMFs and electronics from your bedroom to optimize deep rest and repair.Use tools like the My Circadian app—track your daily light exposure and circadian habits to start reclaiming your energetic health.Remember, full-spectrum sunlight and grounding are your best “supplements”—start simple, build habits, and witness the transformations in your energy, mood, and resilience.Memorable Quotes"Sunlight is as necessary to us as water is to fish. This is what we evolved in, the whole of life evolved in. A lot of the energy we use, a lot of the incoming energy that we make ATP with and do energetic things in ourselves, comes from light rather than from food.""If it's natural, if we evolved in it for billions of years, then it's got to be good. And if it's non-natural, then it's probably bad, or at least it's capable of being bad.""Faith is a form of coherence. You get this stuff working together; we've all seen things where people desperately needed something, they prayed for it, and it happened. That proves that prayer works, and prayer is just another form of acting in coherence."Connect with Dr. Damien DowningWebsite: https://www.drdamiendowning.com/Resources MentionedThe British Society for Ecological Medicine: https://bsem.org.uk/Coherent Health: The Power of Light and Water by Damien Downing: https://amzn.to/49vZnICThere's more to QBC: To receive our Podcast Guide, where we break episodes down by category & to receive updates from us, subscribe to our email list here: https://qbcpod.comYou can join the FREE QBC online community here. Find practitioners, ask questions, share experiences: https://qbcpod.com/freecommunityPractitioner certification, the fundamentals of applied quantum biology to apply in your practice, offered through the Institute of Applied Quantum Biology, a non profit dedication to education & research in new health paradigms: https://www.iaqb.foundation/certificationFrom our sponsor:  For red light therapy devices, blue blocking glasses, circadian friendly nightlights & more, visit boncharge.com and enter QBC in the discount box at checkout.MyCircadianAppMake it easy to get your light right: this app tracks everything you need to have a circadian optimised life, from sunrise to sunset - it even has a Lux Meter so you can easily measure how bright it is indside, compated to outside.Link: https://get.mycircadianapp.com/cXOl/QBCAPPRecommended Products:Lifewave phototherapy patches. These small patches are a revolution in health. Using your body's own biophoton emissions, they reflect your light back into your body to stimulate stem cell growth. Highly recommended for women 45+ or anyone with a condition or symptom they'd like to see shift. Start with x39.Purchase retail: https://lifewave.com/qbcpodcast/store/products/40825027-6466-4cb8-92d3-dfc318d34a65For more info from Meredith, fill out this form: https://qbcpod.com/patches/Join Us On Social Instagram: https://instagram.com/quantumbiologycollectiveFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuantumHealthTVRumble: https://rumble.com/c/QuantumBiologyCollective?e9s=src_v1_clrX/Twitter: https://x.com/QBCPODIAQB ResourcesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/iaqb.ce🎙️🎙️🎙️Podcast Production & Marketing by FullCast: https://fullcast.coThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podscribe - https://podscribe.com/privacy

Dr. Stephen Hussey, a former chiropractor turned researcher at the Institute of Applied Quantum Biology, shares his transformative journey after a heart attack. He challenges conventional views on health, emphasizing that true wellness is about adapting to environmental signals rather than strict diets and exercises. Hussey discusses the crucial roles of light, EMFs, and coherence in health, and critiques traditional medical training for neglecting these factors. He advocates for a holistic understanding of health that aligns with nature's intelligence.

Heathar Shepard, a regenerative farmer and homeopath, shares her transformative journey from battling a traumatic brain injury to embracing sunlight and nature for healing. She reveals how daily sun exposure dramatically alleviated her symptoms and emphasizes the energetic principles of homeopathy. Heathar also discusses the advantages of regenerative farming over organic methods, highlighting the role of animals in soil restoration. With her raw honesty, she advocates for supporting local farmers and restoring our connection to food and land.

📺 Watch the Video on Spotify, YouTube & RumbleJoin our FREE Community"Our voice is not performative. It's not for entertainment… Our voice literally creates the physical world," says Maryn Azoff, vocal transformation coach, sound healer, and artist, who joins the Quantum Biology Collective Podcast to reveal the quantum science—and profound ancient wisdom—behind the human voice as our most powerful tool for self-healing and manifestation.In this episode, Maryn Azoff explains why your own voice is more potent than any external frequency device—and how awakening and reclaiming your authentic sound signature is the missing key to unlocking health, creativity, and abundance. She describes the way our first cry as a newborn aligns spirit with form, and how trauma, societal constraints, and self-doubt gradually suppress our ability to express—and thus create—the lives we desire. Maryn Azoff shares stories of jaw-dropping transformations: people reversing illness, repairing relationships, and achieving success simply by restoring their original voice.Through quantum lens and practical instruction, you’ll learn why your voice is the ultimate biohacking tool, how sound and resonance impact your DNA expression, and why authentic expression is essential not just for singers, but for everyone seeking to connect with their purpose and affect real change.Tune in to this episode of the Quantum Biology Collective Podcast to discover how finding and using your true voice may just be the secret to transforming your reality—inside and out.5 Key TakeawaysYour voice is your most powerful healing tool—activate it and watch your life transform.Reclaim your voice: Start each day by using your full, authentic voice—sing, chant, or express yourself out loud to reset your nervous system and ignite your innate confidence.Breathe lower, live bigger: Practice breathing deeply into your waist before speaking or singing; let your diaphragm drop and support your sound from the ground up.Clear your field: Express what you feel—through primal sound, song or honest speech—to release old stories and create space for true transformation.Embody your truth: Share your message, your offer, your wisdom now, not later—your unique sound signature is your greatest contribution.Practice daily vocal alchemy: Commit to a simple chanting or vocal routine to synchronize your heart, gut, and mind—opening powerful new manifestation pathways in your life.Now, show up and use your voice—it changes your world.Memorable Quotes"Our voice is not just for entertainment; it’s creative—our voice literally creates the physical world. When we use our full voice, we're sending a resonance signal through different layers of frequency, and the quantum will mirror what we put out so we can live it in reality.""We are all carrying around the story of who we think we are, not just in our concepts but in our fascia, our water, our body, our cells. To truly transform, our primary release has to be somatic—we have to get the cells to vibrate differently, and our voice does that for every drop of water inside our own cellular structure.""My whole life is dedicated to seeing the awakening of what we truly are. When we do this voice work, we become the tuning fork for the entirety of this realm—not just for humans, but for the animals, the trees, the plants, and the waters. What we are capable of moving energetically through our system can be of great benefit to this planet."Connect with MarynWebsite: www.vocaltransformation.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maryn-azoff-4940a3143/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vocaltransformation108Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vocal_transformation/There's more to QBC: To receive our Podcast Guide, where we break episodes down by category & to receive updates from us, subscribe to our email list here: https://qbcpod.comYou can join the FREE QBC online community here. Find practitioners, ask questions, share experiences: https://qbcpod.com/freecommunityPractitioner certification, the fundamentals of applied quantum biology to apply in your practice, offered through the Institute of Applied Quantum Biology, a non profit dedication to education & research in new health paradigms: https://www.iaqb.foundation/certificationFrom our sponsor:  For red light therapy devices, blue blocking glasses, circadian friendly nightlights & more, visit boncharge.com and enter QBC in the discount box at checkout.MyCircadianAppMake it easy to get your light right: this app tracks everything you need to have a circadian optimised life, from sunrise to sunset - it even has a Lux Meter so you can easily measure how bright it is indside, compated to outside.Link: https://get.mycircadianapp.com/cXOl/QBCAPPRecommended Products:Lifewave phototherapy patches. These small patches are a revolution in health. Using your body's own biophoton emissions, they reflect your light back into your body to stimulate stem cell growth. Highly recommended for women 45+ or anyone with a condition or symptom they'd like to see shift. Start with x39.Purchase retail: https://lifewave.com/qbcpodcast/store/products/40825027-6466-4cb8-92d3-dfc318d34a65For more info from Meredith, fill out this form: https://qbcpod.com/patches/Join Us On Social Instagram: https://instagram.com/quantumbiologycollectiveFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuantumHealthTVRumble: https://rumble.com/c/QuantumBiologyCollective?e9s=src_v1_clrX/Twitter: https://x.com/QBCPODIAQB ResourcesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/iaqb.ce🎙️🎙️🎙️Podcast Production & Marketing by FullCast: https://fullcast.coThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podscribe - https://podscribe.com/privacy

Russell Bishop, founder of Insight Seminars and a leader in personal development, shares his profound insights on consciousness and choice. He emphasizes the importance of awareness over external symbols like wealth or status. Russell discusses how true transformation is about awakening to inherent truths within us. He also highlights the impact of positive focus on action and talks about the energetic transmissions from our thoughts. Join him in exploring the connection between love, community, and innate potential for healing.

📺 Watch the Video on Spotify, YouTube & RumbleJoin our FREE Community“Our light is a nutrient and we need to really be careful about, like, really think about what kind of light we're exposed to throughout the day,” says Dr. Valerie Giangrande, a traditionally trained optometrist turned quantum health educator, who returns to the Quantum Biology Collective Podcast to illuminate just how profoundly light—or the lack thereof—shapes our overall health.When her young son was struck with neurological symptoms and traditional medicine’s quick fixes left her cold, Dr. Valerie Giangrande set out on a personal and professional journey that led her to quantum biology. She shares how unraveling the intricate connection between sunlight, circadian rhythms, and ocular health transformed her approach to medicine and her own wellbeing. In a world awash with artificial light and rampant blue-light exposure, she reveals why most of us are suffering from a “21st century scurvy”—deficient in the infrared sunlight our mitochondria desperately need.In this episode, Dr. Valerie Giangrande demystifies the science of light’s impact on hormones, metabolism, mood, and even blood sugar—explaining why grabbing your phone before bed may sabotage your health as much as a late-night junk food binge. She shares why red light therapy is trending, how our eyes act as master regulators for every system in the body, and what you can do, simply and practically, to harness nature’s most powerful medicine.Tune in for a mind-expanding conversation about why “just getting outside” isn’t just a wellness cliché—it's quantum medicine for the modern world.5 Key TakeawaysMorning sunlight is a game changer—get outside first thing each day, let natural light hit your eyes, and reset your body's master clock for optimal health.Protect your nights like your nutrition—ditch overhead LEDs, install circadian-friendly bulbs, and put on orange blue-blocker glasses after sunset to keep your hormones and sleep on track.Every moment of light matters—skip artificial blue light at night, including phones and screens, to prevent unwanted cortisol spikes and blood sugar surges.Don’t underestimate your environment—just stepping outside, especially in green spaces, floods your system with healing infrared light and supports cellular hydration.The eyes are a window to your whole body—notice eye symptoms, educate yourself, and make light exposure a non-negotiable foundation of true wellness.Memorable Quotes"I just want to share that because I think it's one of the most important things that changed my life. The education piece of adding this extra layer of how light controls the entire body through our eyes, especially, is really important.""When we're exposed to blue light out in the sun, we're getting a full spectrum signal—red and infrared, which are anti-inflammatory, balance the effects of blue light. Everything has a rhythm, and we need the sunlight to tell us what to do and when to do it. At night, it's all artificial; it's not our biology to release all these hormones at night.""Our light is a nutrient, and we need to really think about what kind of light we're exposed to throughout the day. Why would we be able to live away from nature? Every other creature needs to be outdoors under the sun and with the earth, and we're the only ones who try to live indoors for such a big portion of our life."Connect with ValerieInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/QuantumEyeDocThere's more to QBC: To receive our Podcast Guide, where we break episodes down by category & to receive updates from us, subscribe to our email list here: https://qbcpod.comYou can join the FREE QBC online community here. Find practitioners, ask questions, share experiences: https://qbcpod.com/freecommunityPractitioner certification, the fundamentals of applied quantum biology to apply in your practice, offered through the Institute of Applied Quantum Biology, a non profit dedication to education & research in new health paradigms: https://www.iaqb.foundation/certificationFrom our sponsor:  For red light therapy devices, blue blocking glasses, circadian friendly nightlights & more, visit boncharge.com and enter QBC in the discount box at checkout.MyCircadianAppMake it easy to get your light right: this app tracks everything you need to have a circadian optimised life, from sunrise to sunset - it even has a Lux Meter so you can easily measure how bright it is indside, compated to outside.Link: https://get.mycircadianapp.com/cXOl/QBCAPPRecommended Products:Lifewave phototherapy patches. These small patches are a revolution in health. Using your body's own biophoton emissions, they reflect your light back into your body to stimulate stem cell growth. Highly recommended for women 45+ or anyone with a condition or symptom they'd like to see shift. Start with x39.Purchase retail: https://lifewave.com/qbcpodcast/store/products/40825027-6466-4cb8-92d3-dfc318d34a65For more info from Meredith, fill out this form: https://qbcpod.com/patches/Join Us On Social Instagram: https://instagram.com/quantumbiologycollectiveFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuantumHealthTVRumble: https://rumble.com/c/QuantumBiologyCollective?e9s=src_v1_clrX/Twitter: https://x.com/QBCPODIAQB ResourcesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/iaqb.ce 🎙️🎙️🎙️Podcast Production & Marketing by FullCast: https://fullcast.coThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podscribe - https://podscribe.com/privacy

Neil Gyte, a former Google executive turned health innovator, shares his remarkable journey from tech to wellness. He discusses the urgent need for root-cause health solutions, influenced by personal health challenges. Neil reveals insights on mitochondrial health, metabolic flexibility, and the role of quantum biology in preventing chronic diseases. His AI platform, Metabolic Wise, aims to cut through health misinformation, empowering users with accessible, evidence-based answers. Tune in for practical lifestyle tips and his vision of democratizing metabolic health.

📺 Watch the Video on Spotify, YouTube & RumbleJoin our FREE Community“It’s not too late—never too late to start,” says Roderick Lambert, midlife men’s weight loss coach and quantum biology enthusiast, who joins the Quantum Biology Collective Podcast to unpack why the classic advice to “move more, eat less” fails most men in their 40s and 50s—and what really works instead. The key, Roderick Lambert explains, isn’t calorie counting or punishing gym routines, but restoring health at the cellular level: supporting mitochondria through light, water, magnetism, and honoring our ancient circadian rhythms.In today’s episode, Roderick reveals how accelerated aging is the hidden epidemic behind stubborn weight gain, poor sleep, and brain fog in midlife, and shares the practical protocol he uses to help clients reclaim energy and cognitive clarity—often more quickly than they expect. He recounts his own transformation, the science of biophoton emissions, and what measuring the actual light coming off his own body taught him about aging and resilience. He also offers simple, actionable adjustments for anyone stuck in a modern, screen-filled lifestyle who wants to optimize their health even without drastic life changes.Tune in to learn why our bodies are wired to respond to sunlight, local food, and daily movement—and why understanding your mitochondria could be the most powerful shift you ever make for lifelong vitality.5 Key TakeawaysLight is everything—start every day outdoors. Morning sunlight sets your brain and metabolism for real resilience and energy.Rethink food—ditch factory-made, embrace local and seasonal. Prioritize protein, eat mindfully, and let natural satiety guide your portions.Own your sleep—stay consistent with bedtime and wake up routines. Make your bedroom pitch black and track how quality sleep transforms your mood, body, and focus.Protect your circadian rhythm—limit screens at night and use blue blockers. Swap out harsh indoor lights for full spectrum bulbs whenever you can.Progress is personal—focus on building systems, not chasing perfection. Every small shift—from a walk outside to a better meal—can reset your trajectory for lifelong health.Memorable Quotes"When you look at what brings health, it all goes down to light, water, magnetism, the mitochondria. You have to hack the modern environment because it's pretty detrimental in the way we've set it up in a standard way of life.""It's logical—we were wandering around outdoors all year round. The only water we had to drink was in the natural sources of springs and rivers, and the food we had was what grew locally and seasonally. That's how our physiology has adapted itself to work.""As we age, our cells start to get less functional, producing more light. More and more of the mitochondria in our cells are starting to function less efficiently, and when they do, it creates a chain reaction of oxidative stress. This is why we start to see things like cognitive decline and chronic disease at younger ages—the rate that humans are aging is accelerating."Connect with RoderickWebsite - https://mmh.midlifemetabolichealth.com/links-pageLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodericklambert/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MidlifeMetabolicHealthInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/midlifemetabolichealth/Resources MentionedJoe Dispenza Meditations - https://drjoedispenza.com/Guy Foundation - https://www.theguyfoundation.org/Solite Photonutrition Panel by Ken Seder - https://solite.eu/Midlife Metabolic Health - https://midlifemetabolichealth.com/There's more to QBC: To receive our Podcast Guide, where we break episodes down by category & to receive updates from us, subscribe to our email list here: https://qbcpod.comYou can join the FREE QBC online community here. Find practitioners, ask questions, share experiences: https://qbcpod.com/freecommunityPractitioner certification, the fundamentals of applied quantum biology to apply in your practice, offered through the Institute of Applied Quantum Biology, a non profit dedication to education & research in new health paradigms: https://www.iaqb.foundation/certificationFrom our sponsor:  For red light therapy devices, blue blocking glasses, circadian friendly nightlights & more, visit boncharge.com and enter QBC in the discount box at checkout.MyCircadianAppMake it easy to get your light right: this app tracks everything you need to have a circadian optimised life, from sunrise to sunset - it even has a Lux Meter so you can easily measure how bright it is indside, compated to outside.Link: https://get.mycircadianapp.com/cXOl/QBCAPPRecommended Products:Lifewave phototherapy patches. These small patches are a revolution in health. Using your body's own biophoton emissions, they reflect your light back into your body to stimulate stem cell growth. Highly recommended for women 45+ or anyone with a condition or symptom they'd like to see shift. Start with x39.Purchase retail: https://lifewave.com/qbcpodcast/store/products/40825027-6466-4cb8-92d3-dfc318d34a65For more info from Meredith, fill out this form: https://qbcpod.com/patches/Join Us On Social Instagram: https://instagram.com/quantumbiologycollectiveFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuantumHealthTVRumble: https://rumble.com/c/QuantumBiologyCollective?e9s=src_v1_clrX/Twitter: https://x.com/QBCPODIAQB ResourcesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/iaqb.ce 🎙️🎙️🎙️Podcast Production & Marketing by FullCast: https://fullcast.coThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podscribe - https://podscribe.com/privacy

📺 Watch the Video on Spotify, YouTube & RumbleJoin our FREE Community“I tried everything under the sun—except the sun. And that was what I needed to do,” says Shannon Kates, former investment banker turned wellness advocate, who joins the Quantum Biology Collective Podcast to share her transformational journey from peak career success to debilitating health challenges—and her surprising, science-backed path back to vitality.In this episode, Shannon Kates reveals how the endless pursuit of solutions in the digital health marketplace left her feeling more overwhelmed and unwell than ever. After running the gauntlet of supplements, specialist diets, and protocols, she discovered that the missing piece wasn’t in her pantry, but just beyond her front door—a fundamental reconnection with natural light, circadian rhythms, and nature itself.Rooted in research spanning thousands of PubMed studies and Nobel-winning discoveries in circadian biology, Shannon Kates unpacks how light—and darkness—drive our mitochondrial health, shape our metabolism, and even regulate anxiety. She shares how simple, ancient practices like morning sunlight, grounding, and blocking artificial blue light at night offer more powerful results than any trendy biohack.Tune into the Quantum Biology Collective Podcast to hear how Shannon Kates cut through the chaos, formed Squint Essentials as a “start here” guide for overwhelmed seekers, and why true wellness might be, as she puts it, “embarrassingly simple.” Discover why, if you haven’t thought about light, there’s more room for hope, healing, and energy than you ever realized.5 Key TakeawaysLight is the overlooked foundation of vibrant health—start reclaiming your biology today with these essentials:Get outside for morning sunlight before screens—begin every day with natural light to set your circadian rhythm and energize your body.Prioritize real connection with nature—take sun breaks, eat or make calls outside, and ground yourself daily for a stronger body and mind.Ditch blue light at night—dim your lights, use blue-blocking glasses, and shut off screens early to protect melatonin and deep sleep.Unsubscribe from the chaos—stop chasing endless wellness tips and focus instead on these core routines that move the needle.Take small, consistent steps—perfection isn’t required. Every bit of extra sunlight and grounded time counts, so start simple and build from there.Memorable Quotes"I tried everything under the sun except the sun, and that was what I needed to do. I didn’t realize that my relationship with light and my daily routines around light were actually what would move the needle on all these issues that were bothering me most.""My health and wellness was all about my relationship with light. It was about this Nobel Prize winning concept of circadian rhythm—bright days and dark nights. It felt so simple, almost embarrassingly simple, but it’s the foundation for everything else.""Our body is incredibly complex, but the solution is embarrassingly simple, and that is getting outside every day. We are circadian beings, we live by rhythms, and our health really starts with cycles and routines that are basic and every day."Connect with ShannonWebsite: www.squintessentials.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61561011365133Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squintessentials/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SquintessentialSunstack Substack: https://squintessentials.substack.comResources MentionedPubMed – https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/There's more to QBC: To receive our Podcast Guide, where we break episodes down by category & to receive updates from us, subscribe to our email list here: https://qbcpod.comYou can join the FREE QBC online community here. Find practitioners, ask questions, share experiences: https://qbcpod.com/freecommunityPractitioner certification, the fundamentals of applied quantum biology to apply in your practice, offered through the Institute of Applied Quantum Biology, a non profit dedication to education & research in new health paradigms: https://www.iaqb.foundation/certificationFrom our sponsor:  For red light therapy devices, blue blocking glasses, circadian friendly nightlights & more, visit boncharge.com and enter QBC in the discount box at checkout.MyCircadianAppMake it easy to get your light right: this app tracks everything you need to have a circadian optimised life, from sunrise to sunset - it even has a Lux Meter so you can easily measure how bright it is indside, compated to outside.Link: https://get.mycircadianapp.com/cXOl/QBCAPPRecommended Products:Lifewave phototherapy patches. These small patches are a revolution in health. 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