Radical Health Radio

Matthew Johnson is a military veteran and ultra-runner whose relentless pursuit of greatness has shattered records and transformed lives. In this episode, Matthew shares his journey from personal struggle and divorce to becoming the fastest man to run across Texas—twice—while raising over $200,000 for veterans. Explore how embracing pain as power and building earned confidence can inspire you to do hard things and unlock your own potential.

Jared Pickard is a biodynamic farmer and entrepreneur, co-founder of Be Here Farm + Nature in Texas. In this episode, Jared shares his journey from living in New York City to starting an experiential hotel in Napa Valley to watching it all burn to the ground, pivoting to creating high-quality skincare products. He dives into the philosophies of Rudolf Steiner and how you can align your life to earth's seasons for greater meaning and peace.

Edmund Knighton, PhD, is a somatic transpersonal psychologist whose work bridges deep spirituality and embodied healing. In this episode, Edmund shares his journey from rock bottom to profound inner transformation, revealing how radical acceptance, meditation, and presence became gateways to healing. Explore how unlearning cultural conditioning, integrating difficult emotions, and engaging the insights of Rudolf Steiner can support your spiritual growth.

Discover the keys to lifelong mobility and pain-free living with Strength Side’s Josh Hash. From overcoming gym injuries to building a movement philosophy that reaches over two million YouTube subscribers, Josh shares his proven strategies for sustainable strength, joint health, and living well at any age. Ste and Josh dive into how to address chronic pain, the power of dynamic movement, fatherhood lessons, and tips for staying healthy and with a busy schedule. Whether you’re an athlete, a parent, or just fed up with aches and stiffness, Josh’s insights will help you unlock a happier, more mobile body for life.

Why is modern health failing women, and what does it look like to return to alignment with our bodies, our biology, and our purpose? Ste sits down with Dr. Marley Quinn, a chiropractor whose journey from veganism, orthorexia, and conventional medicine to faith, cycle syncing, and holistic healing has transformed her life and her health. Marley opens up about: Rejecting conventional medicine’s pill-for-every-problem model Leaving veganism and embracing animal-based, biblical eating Healing food obsession through instinctive eating Reconciling yoga, Christianity, and the search for God Why the 9–5 system fights the female hormone cycle The girlboss trap, status chasing, and the crisis of meaning Restoring feminine energy, family, and divine purpose Together they explore why today’s medical and cultural systems were never designed for the female body, how women can reconnect with their hormonal rhythms, and what happens when we stop chasing perfection and start listening to our innate wisdom.

Today’s guest is Mike Aidala, the Guinness World Record holder for the Turkish Get-Up, ultra-runner, and mindset coach. Ste and Mike unpack the mental frameworks, values, and inner skills that help you break comparison, build confidence, shift your identity, and take meaningful action toward a life that feels rich, full, and fulfilling. What You’ll Learn How to train your mind to do hard things The #1 killer of confidence (and how to break it) Practical tools to reduce screen time & reclaim your attention The psychology of purpose, mattering, and identity Why replacing “should” with “want” can change everything If you’re ready to create a life that actually feels meaningful, this episode is for you. Radical Health Radio is produced by Heart & Soil, founded by Dr. Paul Saladino, MD. Our mission is to help you reclaim your birthright to radical health through the most nutrient-dense foods on the planet. Chapters 00:00 - Intro 01:30 - Breaking the Guinness World Record  06:00 - What Endurances Teaches You 12:00 - Comparison: The Silent Killer of Action 15:30 - How Mike Got Into Ultra Running 19:30 - Training Your Mind to Not Quit 25:20 - World Travel as Rite of Passage 30:20 - Finding Your Values (Deathbed Exercise) 37:40 - Screen Time, Dopamine & Digital Discipline 44:00 - Purpose, Mattering & Flourishing 54:50 - Shifting Your Identity  57:30 - Replace “Should” With “Want” or “Don’t Want” 1:02:10 - Practices to Connect with Yourself 1:08:00 - Flow State (Challenge Meets Skill) 1:10:00 - The Power of Accountability  1:12:00 Closing Thoughts

This week, Ste sits down with Dr. Bill Schindler, archaeologist and founder of the Modern Stone Age Kitchen. They uncover how millions of years of food technology shaped our evolution, why modern diets are breaking us down, and how reconnecting with ancestral wisdom can transform your health.  Discover:  How ancient food processing made humans thrive The truth about fermented dairy, fruit, and organ meats Lessons from the world’s true Blue Zones Why eating animals, not just meat, matters If you’ve ever wondered what humans are really designed to eat, this episode will change how you see food.  Chapters 00:00 - Intro 01:00 - What It Means to “Eat Like a Human”  04:00 - Ancient Food Technology & Human Evolution 11:00 - How Nutrition Shaped Our Brain Size 19:30 - The Modern Evolutionary Mismatch 24:50 - Balance Over Perfection in Health 32:20 - What the Optimal Human Diet Looks Like 37:20 - Fruit, Fermentation, Alcohol, and Eating Bugs 43:10 - Inside the Real Blue Zones (and What We’ve Got Wrong) 50:10 - Reconnecting to Our Food 57:35 - Is Fiber Overrated? 58:30 - Raw vs. Fermented Dairy 1:03:50 - Staying Strong & Fit 1:04:30 - Modern Stone Age Kitchen & Food Lab 1:08:10 - Closing Thoughts Radical Health Radio is produced by Heart & Soil, founded by Dr. Paul Saladino, MD. Our mission is to help you reclaim your birthright to radical health through the most nutrient-dense foods on the planet.

In this episode, Ste sits down with Daniel White, founder of In Rhythm, to explore how reconnecting with sunlight, nature, and your circadian rhythm can transform your health from the inside out. Daniel’s journey takes him from video-game addiction to helping others heal through circadian lighting and emotional awareness. He shares how the modern world’s disconnection from sunlight, community, and stillness is at the root of much of today’s suffering. They unpack: Why sunlight and circadian rhythm are the foundation of health How emotional wounds and nervous system tension block healing What breathwork, embodiment, and inner work reveal about true wellness How technology is reshaping our biology (and how to reclaim balance) The vision behind In Rhythm and bringing nature back into our homes This is a powerful reminder that health isn’t just about what you eat, it’s how you live, breathe, and connect. Chapters 02:00 – Growing Up in the UK 06:20 – Health Struggles and Video Game Addiction 08:30 – Academic Background in Nutrition and Psychology 09:40 – Discovering Circadian Rhythm Health 10:30 – Launching School Initiatives with Blue Blockers  13:20 – Founding In Rhythm: Bringing Nature Indoors for Healing 15:40 – Balancing Tech Use with Mindfulness & Nature 18:10 – Making Small Changes for Big Impact 20:00 – Children as Change Agents for Family Health 22:40 – How Small Shifts Transform Energy and Mood 26:40 – Importance of Emotional Healing and Trauma Work  35:50 – Finding Authentic Guides vs. Quick Fixes 47:40 – Accepting the Non-Linear Journey of Healing 57:00 – In Rhythm: Sleep Program and Dynamic Lamp Radical Health Radio is produced by Heart & Soil, founded by Dr. Paul Saladino, MD. Our mission is to help you reclaim your birthright to radical health through the most nutrient-dense foods on the planet.

In this episode, Ste sits down with Justin Pettit, third-generation rancher and co-founder of Santa Carota Beef, the only ranch in America finishing their cattle on a diet of fresh, upcycled carrots. Justin shares how his family turned a drought and food waste problem into a revolutionary approach to ranching, producing some of the most nutrient-rich, flavorful, and sustainable beef in the country. From feeding up to a million pounds of carrots a day to serving the Wynn Las Vegas and Wolfgang Puck’s restaurants, his story is one of grit, faith, and doing things differently. They unpack: The origin story of carrot-fed beef and how it all began on a California ranch What makes carrot-finished beef taste and feel different from grain-fed The real economics and politics of the American beef industry Why small ranchers are vital to the future of regenerative farming Lessons on family, purpose, and finding meaning in hard work This is a conversation for anyone who cares about real food, ethical ranching, and knowing the story behind what’s on your plate. Timestamps 00:00 – Intro 01:20 – The Wild Idea Behind Carrot-Fed Beef 03:00 – From Drought to Innovation 06:30 – Breaking into the Beef Industry 10:30 – The Nutritional Science of Carrot-Finished Beef 14:30 – Flavor, Texture, and Nutrient Differences 18:00 – The State of Ranching in America 24:00 – Regenerative Agriculture & Food Sovereignty 30:00 – Homesteading, Family, and Legacy 42:00 – Health, Faith, and Finding Purpose 51:00 – Lessons from the Land Radical Health Radio is produced by Heart & Soil, founded by Dr. Paul Saladino, MD. Our mission is to help you reclaim your birthright to radical health through the most nutrient-dense foods on the planet.

This week, Ste sits down with Rob Iron Shell, founder of The Grounded Athlete and Olympus Earthwear, to explore how reconnecting with the earth can restore balance in our modern world of noise and indoor living. From EMFs and stress to masculinity and creativity, their conversation reveals why the simplest medicine might be right beneath your feet.  They unpack:  What it actually means to be electrically grounded  How grounding transforms sleep, recovery, and nervous system health Why sprinting and spirituality are the new biohacks The art of making grounding shoes This episode is for anyone feeling disconnected from their body, their energy, or the natural world, and is ready to reclaim their health. Radical Health Radio is produced by Heart & Soil, founded by Dr. Paul Saladino, MD. Our mission is to help you reclaim your birthright to radical health through the most nutrient-dense foods on the planet. Chapters 00:00 - Intro  03:00 - What Does It Mean to Be “Electrically Grounded”? 07:20 - The Hidden Dangers of EMFs 12:50 – 3 Ways Grounding Transforms the Body 15:30 - Grounding Studies: Anxiety, Stress, & Sleep  21:00 - Does Chris Williamson Just Need Nature? 24:30 - How to Ground Indoors (Even in an Apartment) 27:30 - How Long Should You Ground Every Day? 31:20 - Rob’s Athletic Upbringing on a Reservation  36:30 - Sprinting for Optimal Health 39:50 - Grounding for Recovery & Healing 42:50 - Inside Rob’s Training Routine 47:30 Modern Masculinity: Purpose & Spirituality  54:30 - Making Grounding Shoes and Living Creatively  1:04:00 Closing Thoughts  Follow Us Radical Health Radio: Instagram Heart & Soil: Instagram TikTok: @radicalhealthradio Heart & Soil Supplements: heartandsoil.co