The Healthcare Rebellion with Dr. Frank Benedetto

What if the traditional mental health model is keeping people stuck instead of helping them heal?Russell Beebe went from burned-out clinical director to building a thriving recovery program that's helping men overcome sex and porn addiction, not through years of ambiguous therapy sessions, but through a comprehensive, results-driven approach that addresses the real problem beneath the behavior.In this raw and unfiltered conversation, Russell reveals:Why he "relapsed" into being a clinical director multiple times before finally breaking freeThe critical distinction between treating symptoms vs. changing livesWhy spirituality belongs back in healthcare (and how to introduce with inclusivity without pushing people away)The exact framework he used to take his “session by session” skillset and repackage it into a significantly more impactful and scalable modelRussell doesn't hold back on what's broken in mental health: the ambiguous "meet them where they're at" approach that leaves people spinning for years, the medication-first mentality that ignores root causes, and the insurance-based treatment model that's burning out clinicians while failing patients.His case study shows the path forward: micro-niching, building comprehensive programs that integrate community and curriculum, and creating sustainable models that serve both clinicians and clients.Regardless of what type of healthcare you are this episode will fundamentally shift how you think about delivering your knowledge and skillset.Connect with Frank:Follow Frank on IG: @frank_benedettoFollow The HoneyBadger Project on IG: @thehoneybadgerprojectSign up for email counterpart to the podcast, The Healthcare Rebellion NewsletterBook a call with us if you feel inspired to explore what reimagining your skillset or practice could look like: : https://calendly.com/mission-driven/5Connect with Russell:YT - Russell Beebe, LCMHC, CSATTT - Russell Beebe on TikTokInsta - Sex Addiction | Porn Addiction | Therapist/Coach (@russell_beebe2) • Instagram profileFB - Russell Beebe, LCMHC, CSATLK - https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-beebe-9a61209?trk=people-guest_people_search-cardWebsite - https://wellnessseekersunlimited.comBooking link - Online appointment scheduling

Andy Grove, an industrial designer and founder of POSE, dives into the intersection of aerospace engineering and human movement innovation. He discusses how first-principle thinking shapes his approach to markerless AI body tracking and AR solutions. Andy reveals how POSE provides real-time feedback for movement analysis and personalizes fitness care. He also shares visions for integrating nutrition into holistic health and emphasizes the importance of ethical tech use in enhancing clinicians’ roles, not replacing them.

Adam Meakins, a UK-based physiotherapist and social media influencer, shares his controversial yet impactful approach to combating misinformation in healthcare. He discusses his 'shock and awe' strategy and the psychological tactics behind it, emphasizing that more clinicians need to speak up despite personal risks. Adam offers practical advice on crafting your first challenge post and delves into the role of AI in healthcare, asserting that human clinicians will always hold value. His call to action encourages practitioners to confront inaccuracies boldly.

Most healthcare professionals think they're experiencing burnout. They're wrong.What they're actually facing is compassion fatigue. It’s reaching epidemic proportions and taking out healthcare workers at an alarming pace.In this critical conversation, Dr. Russ Irwin, a clinical psychologist and neuroscience expert, exposes the devastating difference between burnout and compassion fatigue.Frank also opens up about his own experience with compassion fatigue. How his lack of boundaries in an attempt to overdeliver with patients ultimately led to him being a less effective clinician. And his desperate attempts to escape healthcare through four different businesses before starting his clinics in 2015.Inside you'll learn:The neurological difference between burnout and compassion fatigueHow to know if your career has become toxic to your identityThe 5-step recovery framework that addresses the root causeWhy changing jobs won't solve compassion fatigue (but might solve burnout)Dr. Russ provides the diagnostic clarity and actionable framework that could save careers and lives.If you've ever felt emotionally depleted beyond normal exhaustion, this episode might be your turning point.Follow Frank on IG: @‌frank_benedettoConnect with Dr. Russ: Text 905-536-7100 or email russ@irwincoaching.com

In this eye-opening conversation, San Francisco investor Paul Singh, destroys the myth that healthcare needs more innovation and reveals why the solution is actually much simpler than you think. He shares the counterintuitive data on why advanced education can hurt your entrepreneurial success and why most practice owners are focusing on completely the wrong things.Paul has backed thousands of companies since the early 2000s and driven over 100,000 miles across North America personally meeting them to understand what makes businesses succeed. When he made the leap into healthcare, he brought brutal honesty about what's actually holding clinicians back from building successful practices.Inside you'll learn:Why distribution beats product every single time (and what this means for your practice)The shocking data on education levels vs entrepreneurial successWhy your PT practice has 10x better economics than NetflixHow to think like an entrepreneur without compromising patient careThe 80/20 rule that applies to every practice (including yours)This isn't just theory, Paul breaks down exactly why your local realtor markets better than most clinicians and what you can steal from companies like Warby Parker and Instacart to transform your practice.Stop waiting for permission to build the practice you've always wanted. The tools already exist.Follow Frank on IG: @‌frank_benedettoBook a call to hear more about The HoneyBadger Project: https://calendly.com/mission-driven/5Connect with Paul Singh on LinkedIn or email: [paul@resultsjunkies.com](http://mailto:paul@resultsjunkies.com "‌") Strata PT on IG: @‌stratapt_official

When Dave Eyerly set out to reinvent regional air travel in 2010, he ran into the same barriers healthcare providers face today: bloated systems, rigid regulations, and outdated thinking that punishes innovation.Everyone told him a subscription-based airline would never work.They were wrong.Dave co-founded Surf Air, a private flight club that bypassed traditional aviation’s red tape and delivered direct access, premium experience, and time leverage. It was eventually valued at $1.3 billion.The parallels to healthcare are impossible to ignore.In this episode, you’ll learn:- Why subscription models solve the cash flow crisis in service businesses- The difference between rebelling against a system vs. designing for the people it failed- How to scale intimate, high-trust experiences without losing your soulDave’s journey proves one thing: no industry is truly immovable.Healthcare is just waiting for someone bold enough to read the rules differently.If you’re tired of doing things the way they’ve always been done, this conversation might be the spark you’ve been waiting for.———👉 Book a consult with The HoneyBadger Project: https://calendly.com/mission-driven/5👉 Message Frank the word INNOVATION on Instagram @frank_benedetto to receive a free masterclass on innovation in Private Practice.📩 Email Dave at Dave@AcceleratePV.com to connect directly.

Kelly Starrett, a pioneering physical therapist, coach, and author, shares his journey of challenging conventional healthcare by promoting a fusion of performance, lifestyle medicine, and technology. He discusses the importance of preventive care, integrating strength training into physical therapy, and the transformative potential of lifestyle medicine. Kelly emphasizes building hyperlocal impact and offers a three-step action plan to help healthcare professionals create personal ecosystems beyond traditional models. His insights aim to inspire actionable change within the industry.

In this engaging conversation, Anthony Trucks, a former NFL player and serial entrepreneur, shares his journey through eight years of identity loss triggered by a failed healthcare experience. He contrasts 'dark work' with 'shadow work,' emphasizing the need for both in personal growth. Anthony urges healthcare providers to embrace storytelling to enhance clinician-patient relationships and provides actionable strategies to combat burnout. His insights serve as a wake-up call for clinicians to reconnect with their purpose and navigate challenges for meaningful change.