Radically Genuine Podcast with Dr. Roger McFillin

Roger K. McFillin, Psy.D., ABPP
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Jan 1, 2026 • 1h 14min

213. "Psychiatry Is 90% a Scam" — A Psychiatrist Speaks Out

Dr. John Yaakov Guterson, known as 'The Singing Psychiatrist,' brings a fresh perspective to psychiatry, advocating for a soulful approach to mental health. He challenges the materialist view, emphasizing the importance of purpose and personal growth in understanding suffering. Guterson questions the validity of DSM labels and explores how despair can enrich human experience. He proposes integrating spirituality into medical care, suggesting daily practices like gratitude and mindfulness for holistic healing. The conversation dives deep into the intersection of mental health and the human spirit.
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Dec 18, 2025 • 1h 56min

212. Your Emotions Aren’t the Problem, They’re the Signal with Dr. Anders Sørensen

Anders Sorensen is a Danish clinical psychologist with a PhD in psychiatry.  He's one of the world's leading authorities on psychiatric drug dependence and the complex science of safely discontinuing these medications. His  book "Crossing Zero: The Art and Science of Coming Off-and Staying off- Psychiatric drugs" is a seminal book on how to help people break psychiatric drug dependence and restore their inner compass and relationship to emotions. This conversation discusses emotion regulation in great depth and the lost art of how to respond to our inner world of thoughts, memories and emotions. Anders also discusses the future of mental health, his recent experience with psilocybin and how to restore sanity living in a culture in decline. Substack: https://crossingzero.substack.com/X: https://x.com/_AndersSorensenPurchase Crossing Zero on Amazon Visit Center for Integrated Behavioral HealthDr. Roger McFillin / Radically Genuine WebsiteYouTube @RadicallyGenuineDr. Roger McFillin (@DrMcFillin) / XSubstack | Radically Genuine | Dr. Roger McFillinInstagram @radicallygenuineContact Radically GenuineConscious Clinician CollectivePLEASE SUPPORT OUR PARTNERS15% Off Pure Spectrum CBD (Code: RadicallyGenuine)10% off Lovetuner click here
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Dec 11, 2025 • 1h 24min

211. The One Thing You Should Never Tell A Mental Health Professional

What Would It Take to Lose Every Civil Right You Have? Not a trial. Not a conviction. Not evidence of a crime.In America, all it takes is one person's opinion—dressed up in medical language and backed by institutional authority.Rachel Hunter walked into a hospital for a routine check. She walked out 38 days later, having been transferred between multiple psychiatric facilities, forcibly injected with antipsychotics, and stripped of her autonomy—all without her consent. Her crime? She'd been baptized. She felt at peace. She prayed for her neighbors. In this episode, Rachel shares what happened when a spiritual awakening was reinterpreted as a psychiatric emergency—and what she discovered when she started investigating the system that imprisoned her. This is a story about how easily your freedom can disappear. And about one woman who refused to stay silent. If you think this couldn't happen to you or someone you love, this episode will change your mind. Listen. Then share it with someone who needs to hear it. Visit Center for Integrated Behavioral HealthDr. Roger McFillin / Radically Genuine WebsiteYouTube @RadicallyGenuineDr. Roger McFillin (@DrMcFillin) / XSubstack | Radically Genuine | Dr. Roger McFillinInstagram @radicallygenuineContact Radically GenuineConscious Clinician CollectivePLEASE SUPPORT OUR PARTNERS15% Off Pure Spectrum CBD (Code: RadicallyGenuine)10% off Lovetuner click here
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Dec 4, 2025 • 1h 10min

210. The Mental Health Psyop: How Fear and Pharmaceuticals Create Lifelong Dependence

Dr. Roger McFillin, a clinical psychologist and advocate for non-medicalized mental health approaches, reveals a troubling narrative about the American mental health system. He critiques the chemical imbalance theory as a marketing invention, argues that common emotions are misclassified as disorders, and links ADHD diagnoses to environmental factors. McFillin also discusses how pharmaceutical interests shape treatment and create dependency, warning against quick fixes while emphasizing the need for spiritual and community-based healing.
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Nov 27, 2025 • 1h 13min

98. A pediatrician’s warning about American pediatrics

Happy Thanksgiving! We are re-releasing this episode from 2023 where we discuss the growing reluctance to fully trust medical professionals, particularly in the realm of pediatrics. Shocking statistics reveal that 40% of school-age children struggle with chronic health conditions. Compounding the concerns, a more than 13% of teenagers are now relying on psychiatric medications (likely more). Join us as we sit down with Dr. Adrian Gaty, a practicing pediatrician based in Texas and a contributor to prominent platforms like the Federalist and his substack "Unofficial Pediatrics." Together, we explore whether modern pediatric care is influenced by compromised standards or remains rooted in independent medical practice.Dr. Adrian Gaty Substack: Unofficial PediatricsIf you are in a crisis or think you have an emergency, call your doctor or 911. If you're considering suicide, call 1-800-273-TALK to speak with a skilled trained counselor.RADICALLY GENUINE PODCASTDr. Roger McFillin / Radically Genuine WebsiteYouTube @RadicallyGenuineTwitter: Roger K. McFillin, Psy.D., ABPPSubstack | Radically Genuine | Dr. Roger McFillinInstagram @radicallygenuineContact Radically Genuine—-----------FREE DOWNLOAD! DISTRESS TOLERANCE SKILLS—----------ADDITIONAL RESOURCES4:30 - The Big Money Behind ADD, Depression & Anxiety Medication | Guest: Dr. Roger McFillin | Ep 82215:30 - Big Pharma Almost Completely Controls U.S. Medical Education23:30 - Guidelines for Adolescent Depression in Primary Care (GLAD-PC): Part I. Practice Preparation, Identification, Assessment, and Initial Management | PediatricsGuidelines for Adolescent Depression in Primary Care (GLAD-PC): Part II. Treatment and Ongoing Management | Pediatrics29:00 - Saint Elizabeth of Hungary | Franciscan Media34:00 - What if Depression & Anxiety Were A Gift?35:30 - Female hysteria: The history of a controversial 'condition'42:00 - Jay Bhattacharya | Substack45:00 - Stanford president resigns over manipulated research, will retract at least three papers60:00 - That Hideous Strength - Wikipedia Visit Center for Integrated Behavioral HealthDr. Roger McFillin / Radically Genuine WebsiteYouTube @RadicallyGenuineDr. Roger McFillin (@DrMcFillin) / XSubstack | Radically Genuine | Dr. Roger McFillinInstagram @radicallygenuineContact Radically GenuineConscious Clinician CollectivePLEASE SUPPORT OUR PARTNERS15% Off Pure Spectrum CBD (Code: RadicallyGenuine)10% off Lovetuner click here
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Nov 20, 2025 • 1h 13min

209. A Combat Veteran Becomes a Prisoner of Psychiatric Torture

Army veteran Angie Peacock survived Iraq in 2003, only to become a prisoner of psychiatric torture. Between VA and civilian psychiatrists, she was prescribed 18 psychiatric drugs at once, then cold-turkeyed off benzodiazepines—leaving her unable to walk for 2.5 years and suicidal for three straight years.After losing 20 years to psychiatric "treatment," Angie escaped and has since helped over 1,000 people navigate psychiatric drug withdrawal. In this explosive conversation, she exposes how both military and civilian psychiatry systematically poison patients, why asking for help destroyed her military career, and delivers a radical truth: the mental health system isn't broken—it's designed to create lifelong patients.For anyone trapped in psychiatric dependency or questioning their "treatment resistant" label, this episode proves you're not crazy. They are. Visit Center for Integrated Behavioral HealthDr. Roger McFillin / Radically Genuine WebsiteYouTube @RadicallyGenuineDr. Roger McFillin (@DrMcFillin) / XSubstack | Radically Genuine | Dr. Roger McFillinInstagram @radicallygenuineContact Radically GenuineConscious Clinician CollectivePLEASE SUPPORT OUR PARTNERS15% Off Pure Spectrum CBD (Code: RadicallyGenuine)10% off Lovetuner click here
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Nov 13, 2025 • 1h 45min

208. When Therapy Fails: Anna Runkle on Escaping Trauma's Grip & the Spiritual Battle for Mental Health

Anna Runkle, known as the Crappy Childhood Fairy, is a bestselling author and trauma-recovery advocate who captivates audiences with her powerful insights. In this discussion, she reveals her tumultuous childhood and the failures of 17 years of therapy. A life-changing encounter introduced her to writing and meditation, sparking a spiritual awakening that transformed her mental health. Anna shares her journey towards breaking free from trauma, the impact of tough love on her YouTube channel, and the importance of truth in building community for healing.
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Nov 6, 2025 • 2h

106. We Need Way Less Psychiatrists w/ Psychiatrist Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring

Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring, a board-certified psychiatrist and deprescribing expert, shares his journey from FDA insider to private practitioner focused on tapering psychiatric medications. He reveals alarming truths about the overprescription of drugs, driven by industry interests and a flawed healthcare system. Dr. Witt-Doerring explains how antidepressants can increase suicidality among youth and discusses the emotional blunting caused by these medications. He advocates for a radical rethinking of psychiatric practices and emphasizes informed consent and gradual tapering.
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Oct 30, 2025 • 1h 10min

207. Why Are So Many Young Women Sick & Struggling with Infertility? w/ Dr. Kendra Kautz

Dr. Roger McFillin sits down with  Dr. Kendra Kautz, a chiropractor and functional nutritionist to discuss the alarming trends in women's health, particularly among younger generations. They explore the rise of chronic diseases, hormonal imbalances, fertility issues and mental health issues- emphasizing the need for a paradigm shift that addresses root causes rather than just symptoms. Dr. Kautz shares her personal journey into holistic health and the role of nutrition, stress management, and other lifestyle changes in achieving optimal health. The conversation also touches on the controversies surrounding conventional medicine, the impact of synthetic hormones, and the significance of understanding the interconnectedness of physical and mental health.Dr. Kautz is available for services through Center for Integrated Behavioral Health. Read a description of her bio and schedule here. Visit Center for Integrated Behavioral HealthDr. Roger McFillin / Radically Genuine WebsiteYouTube @RadicallyGenuineDr. Roger McFillin (@DrMcFillin) / XSubstack | Radically Genuine | Dr. Roger McFillinInstagram @radicallygenuineContact Radically GenuineConscious Clinician CollectivePLEASE SUPPORT OUR PARTNERS15% Off Pure Spectrum CBD (Code: RadicallyGenuine)10% off Lovetuner click here
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Oct 23, 2025 • 2h 10min

206. EXPLOSIVE ADHD Debate You Need to Hear with Psychiatrist Dr. Ryan Sultan

Dr. Ryan Sultan, a board-certified psychiatrist and researcher at Columbia University, dives into the explosive debate surrounding ADHD diagnosis and treatment. With American rates soaring compared to other countries, he questions the validity of ADHD as a medical condition. They discuss the lack of biological markers for diagnosis, the influence of lifestyle on attention issues, and the potential risks of stimulant medications. Sultan advocates for a reevaluation of educational practices, lifestyle adjustments, and the pursuit of community-led alternatives.

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