

Grounded Wellness by Primally Pure
Primally Pure
Welcome to Grounded Wellness: your go-to podcast for simple and trustworthy information on how to live a more holistic + non-toxic life. Each week you’ll find us here, on our regenerative farm, grounding with our feet in the soil, and having candid, out-of-the-box conversations with leading experts in holistic health, skincare, regenerative agriculture and more.
No matter where you are on your holistic wellness journey, we invite you to be part of this conversation.
Let’s dig in.
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No matter where you are on your holistic wellness journey, we invite you to be part of this conversation.
Let’s dig in.
Explore Primally Pure:
Shop: https://bit.ly/4e1HzVv
Blog: https://bit.ly/4gAeIsY
Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/primallypure
Follow on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@primallypure
Episodes
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Feb 12, 2025 • 1h 12min
Ep. 20: The Environmental Crisis of Fast Fashion + Why We Need a Regenerative Movement
In this episode of Grounded Wellness, Bethany sat down with Christy and Aras Baskauskas, founders of regenerative clothing label Christy Dawn, to explore the deep-seated issues andinconvenient truths in fast fashion that are often swept under the rug. This conversation invokes curiosity to explore the impact of your choices – big or small – while embracing fashion that heals.Let’s dig in.Episode Resources:Christy Dawn:Shop:https://christydawn.com/Follow:https://www.instagram.com/christydawn/Explore Primally Pure:Shop:https://bit.ly/4e1HzVvBlog:https://bit.ly/4gAeIsYFollow Primally Pure:Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/primallypureTikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@primallypureYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHLEirBmkKP7jGx4vF05oRA

Jan 29, 2025 • 1h 2min
Ep. 19: What the FDA Doesn't Want You to Know about Raw Milk + Pasteurization with Mark McAfee
In this episode of Grounded Wellness, Bethany sat down with the founder of the world’s largest raw dairy, Raw Farm, to set the record straight. Mark McAfee is a premed-trained retired EMS Paramedic with decades of experience and science-backed knowledge on this highly controversial topic – including important missing context, marketing ploys, and overlooked data. From corrupt systems that isolate consumers and farmers to valid concerns with raw milk – this conversation will stretch the limits of what you thought possible with something as seemingly innocent as a glass of milk.Let’s dig in.Episode Resources:Mark McAfee:Raw Farm: https://rawfarmusa.com/Find Raw Farm Products: https://rawfarmusa.com/findFollow Raw Farm:https://www.instagram.com/raw_farm_usa/Bonnie Bassler TED Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/bonnie_bassler_how_bacteria_talkExplore Primally Pure:More on Raw Milk: https://primallypure.com/blogs/blog/raw-dairy-health-benefitsShop: https://bit.ly/4e1HzVvBlog: https://bit.ly/4gAeIsYFollow Primally Pure:Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/primallypureTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@primallypureYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHLEirBmkKP7jGx4vF05oRA

Jan 15, 2025 • 1h 1min
Ep. 18: 8 Biohacks for Longevity + Skin Health with Bethany and Courtney
This episode of Grounded Wellness will show you why biohacking – in any capacity – is well worth your time. Whether you want to take a more intuitive approach like Courtney – or a slightly more tech-heavy approach like Bethany, This conversation between Courtney and Bethany provides an entertaining + thought-provoking overview of popular biohacks. These are some of the best ways to intentionally better your health to show up as the best version of yourself. Let’s dig in.Episode Resources:Mentioned in this episode;Products:Red Light Therapy:https://boncharge.com/Sauna: https://heavenlyheatsaunas.com/Ozone Generator: https://www.simplyo3.com/Ozone Balm:https://livinglibations.com/Grounding: https://www.earthing.com/Grounding Shoes: https://www.earthrunners.com/Grounding Shoes: https://raumgoods.com/Grounding Shoes: https://bahe.co/Books:Complete Guide to Fasting: https://www.doctorjasonfung.com/the-complete-guide-to-fastingIntuitive Fasting:https://drwillcole.com/intuitive-fastingEarthing:https://www.amazon.com/Earthing-Most-Important-Health-Discovery/dp/1591202833Blogs:Bethany’s 6 Day Water Cleanse: https://primallypure.com/blogs/blog/i-did-a-six-day-water-only-fast-and-this-is-what-i-learned?_pos=10&_sid=186c96e7c&_ss=rAutophagy: https://primallypure.com/blogs/blog/autophagy-age-backwards-with-this-natural-process?_pos=5&_sid=bd89e8933&_ss=rTop Biohacks: https://primallypure.com/blogs/blog/top-biohack-practices?_pos=1&_psq=bio&_ss=e&_v=1.0Holistic Habits: https://primallypure.com/blogs/blog/accessible-holistic-habitsExplore Primally Pure:Shop: https://bit.ly/4e1HzVvBlog: https://bit.ly/4gAeIsY

Jan 1, 2025 • 21min
Ep. 17: AMA with Courtney O’Connor: Her Skincare Non-Negotiables + Holistic Bridal Beauty Tips
In today’s solo episode of Grounded Wellness, our Holistic Esthetician, Courtney O’Connor, is answering your top beauty questions. Tune in to find out her skincare non-negotiables, low budget lifestyle practices, tips to treat active breakouts and her best bridal beauty tips – because she’s currently in her engaged era and prioritizing habits to feel glowing and grounded for her big day.Let’s dig in.Episode Resources: Dig Deeper: Facial Massage TutorialsOn the Blog: Your Acne Skincare Routine CapsuleOn the Pod: Daily Practices to Regulate Your Nervous SystemExplore more from Primally Pure:Shop: https://bit.ly/4e1HzVvBlog: https://bit.ly/4gAeIsY

Dec 23, 2024 • 1h 10min
Ep. 16: The Power of Grounding + How to Reduce Inflammation Naturally with Clint Ober
In this episode, Bethany sat down with Clint Ober, the visionary behind the earthing movement. Clint has spent decades researching the profound effects that connecting with the Earth's surface can have on our health and well-being. From the touching documentary called “The Earthing Movie” to his line of innovative, patented grounding products, Clint has made it his mission to tell everyone about the benefits of grounding. We’re so honored Clint took the time for this conversation, and that you get to be part of this special episode. This conversation will leave you feeling inspired and ready to set your bare feet on the ground ASAP. Let’s dig in.Episode Resources:Clint Ober:About: https://www.earthing.com/Watch the movie: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=44ddtR0XDVUFollow Clint: https://www.instagram.com/clintober/?hl=enFollow Earthing: https://www.instagram.com/earthing/Explore more from Primally Pure:Shop: https://bit.ly/4e1HzVvBlog: https://bit.ly/4gAeIsY

Dec 19, 2024 • 1h 12min
Ep. 15: Chemist Exposes Greenwashing Tactics + the Impact Products Have on Infertility
On this episode of Grounded Wellness, Bethany and Courtney sit down with our in-house formulator, Tommi Hutchins. Tommi is a formulation chemist who’s been working and consulting on natural and non-toxic personal care products for over 20 years. With additional expertise as a fertility care provider, Tommi deeply understands the formulator’s responsibility to create clean and effective formulations and how this impacts health. In this conversation, we discuss the impact your products have on fertility, rumors around essential oils, and some of the sneakiest greenwashing tactics only a chemist would catch.Let’s dig in.Explore more from Primally Pure:Shop: https://bit.ly/4e1HzVvBlog: https://bit.ly/4gAeIsY

Dec 11, 2024 • 26min
Ep. 14: Hot Takes on Popular Skin Treatments with Bethany McDaniel
In this episode of Grounded Wellness, Bethany sat down to share her thoughts on quite a few of the top trending skin care treatments you might be wondering about(Hint: microneedling, radio frequency, lasers, and many more!). Being extremely well-versed in skin health from a holistic perspective, Bethany always enjoys sharing her findings with those who are curious. And as always, she shares her candid and completely transparent take. After many discussions with professionals and extensive research, Bethany approaches this episode with curiosity and skepticism. She holds nothing back, sharing what she’s learned – without judgment but also full of insight about where she’d personally draw the line. Let’s dig in.Explore more from Primally Pure:Shop: https://bit.ly/4e1HzVvBlog: https://bit.ly/4gAeIsY

Dec 4, 2024 • 43min
Ep. 13: Taylor Dukes on Her Shocking Cancer Diagnosis + an Integrative Approach to Healing
In this episode of Grounded Wellness, Taylor Dukes, Functional Nurse Practitioner discusses her shocking diagnosis, getting to the root cause of cancer, and the integrative healing approach she chose. Her redemptive story is a deeply encouraging antidote to the narratives surrounding cancer. Taylor firmly believes cancer is not a death sentence, and this conversation will show you why. Let’s dig in.Episode Resources: Taylor Dukes: Shop: https://shop.taylordukeswellness.com/ (use code PrimallyPure for 15% off)Follow: https://www.instagram.com/taylordukeswellness/Explore more from Primally Pure:Shop: https://bit.ly/4e1HzVvBlog: https://bit.ly/4gAeIsY

Nov 27, 2024 • 21min
Ep. 12: Daily Practices to Find Peace + Regulate Your Nervous System with Courtney O'Connor
In today’s solo episode of Grounded Wellness, our Holistic Esthetician, Courtney O’Connor, is taking a deeper look into how you can support your nervous system and the ripple effect it has on skin health. Unmanaged stress and a dysregulated nervous system are huge precursors to inflammation – which lies at the root of almost every condition, in body and skin.Tune in for simple, practical tips to help promote parasympathetic regulation and heal from chronic stress – and the skin conditions that can accompany it. When you learn to activate your vagus nerve and parasympathetic response, this is where healing happens.Let’s dig in.Episode Resources: Dig Deeper: Vagus Nerve Massage https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0Hf0NKpQPY/Explore more from Primally Pure:Shop: https://bit.ly/4e1HzVvBlog: https://bit.ly/4gAeIsYChapters00:00 Introduction00:30 The Nervous System and Skin Health02:19 Understanding the Nervous System Structure03:42 Sympathetic vs. Parasympathetic Nervous System05:01 Chronic Stress and Skin Conditions07:22 Healing Through the Parasympathetic Nervous System08:17 The Role of the Vagus Nerve10:12 Strengthening the Vagus Nerve11:40 Practical Vagus Nerve Exercises18:33 Co-Regulation and Its Impact20:16 Key Takeaways

Nov 20, 2024 • 48min
Ep. 11: From Rx to Root Cause: How I Healed Chronic Acne Holistically with Grace Harvey + Taylor Dukes
In this episode, Bethany sits down with her assistant, Grace, (known and loved by many of you following her insane acne-healing story), and her functional medicine provider, Taylor Dukes. After nearly a decade of taking prescription acne medication, Grace decided to heal her skin from the inside out and discovered conventional treatment was fueling imbalances in her body. Tune in to hear about Grace’s 30-day holistic acne-healing experiment, how functional testing helped her discover the root cause and what kept her motivated, even when she wanted to give up. This episode is packed with honesty, empowerment, and relatable advice about addressing the root cause of any health issue. Episode Resources: Grace’s Acne Journey:Follow: https://www.instagram.com/thisisgraceharvey/Healing Acne Holistically Part 1: https://primallypure.com/blogs/blog/healing-chronic-acne?_pos=4&_sid=5fb93f9f7&_ss=rHealing Acne Holistically Part 2: https://primallypure.com/blogs/blog/holistic-acne-treatment-protocol?_pos=6&_sid=5fb93f9f7&_ss=rTaylor Dukes:Follow: https://www.instagram.com/taylordukeswellness/Learn: https://taylordukeswellness.com/tdw-communityShop: https://shop.taylordukeswellness.com/collections/all-productsExplore more from Primally Pure:Shop: https://bit.ly/4e1HzVvBlog: https://bit.ly/4gAeIsY


