Finding Genius Podcast

In this discussion, Kim Rogers, the 'Worm Queen' and co-founder of RogersHood, shares her inspiring journey from Western medicine to holistic healing after battling chronic illnesses like endometriosis and Lyme disease. She dives into the surprising ways parasites can enter our bodies and the importance of environmental detoxification. Kim explains her innovative ParaFy Parasite Cleanse Kit and discusses common symptoms of parasitic infections. She also emphasizes the role of heavy metals in health and how to maintain a parasite-free lifestyle.

Dr. Sofia Din, a board-certified physician specializing in anti-aging and integrative medicine, shares her innovative approach to longevity and beauty. She discusses the notion of aging as a treatable condition, unveiling non-pharmaceutical treatments and lifestyle strategies that enhance vitality. Dr. Din dives into the role of GLP-1 agonists in appetite control and their potential for promoting longevity, alongside the importance of metabolic health for emotional well-being. Her insights challenge traditional perceptions of aging, making this a must-listen for anyone interested in wellness.

Is there a connection between trauma recovery and spiritual awakening? Dr. Arielle Schwartz believes there is — and with more than 20 years of experience working with both patients and therapeutic professionals, she has the expertise to back it up… Dr. Schwartz is a distinguished clinical psychologist and world-renowned author who has reshaped the landscape of trauma care. As the founder of the Center for Resilience Informed Therapy®, she has built a thriving community of professionals dedicated to advancing mental healthcare and making healing resources accessible to all… Click play to discover: How trauma recovery can result in spiritual awakening and personal transformation. The vital role of the nervous system in healing, resilience, and emotional regulation. Practical somatic tools and mind–body practices for integrating trauma and restoring balance. Dr. Schwartz has authored several books on topics including trauma recovery, neuroscience, yoga therapy, and more. To this day, she continues to facilitate community-wide healing through professional consultation and public teachings in trauma recovery. Want to follow along with her important work? Visit her website to learn more! 🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C Keep up with Arielle socials here: X: https://x.com/DrAschwartz Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arielleschwartzboulder/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drarielleschwartz/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.arielleschwartz913 🛍️ Recommended Books from This Episode: 📖 The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel van der Kolk – A landmark work examining how trauma reshapes both body and brain, and how healing can move beyond reliving the past to restoring resilience in the present. 👉 Get it here 📘 Executive Function & Child Development (Norton Professional Book) by Marcie Yeager and Daniel Yeager – A brain‑based guide focused on how executive function develops in children, what happens when it goes off course, and practical interventions for parents, educators, and clinicians. 👉 Check it out 📙 The Polyvagal Theory Workbook for Trauma: Body‑Based Activities to Regulate, Rebalance, and Rewire Your Nervous System Without Reliving the Trauma by Arielle Schwartz – A hands‑on workbook grounding healing in the body and nervous system (via polyvagal theory) rather than only narrative‑based processing. 👉 Explore it here 📗 The Complex PTSD Workbook: A Mind‑Body Approach to Regaining Emotional Control and Becoming Whole by Arielle Schwartz – A transformative workbook addressing complex trauma (C‑PTSD), blending somatic, cognitive, and mindfulness‑based strategies to help regain emotional regulation and sense of self. 👉 View it here 📕 Therapeutic Yoga for Trauma Recovery: Applying the Principles of Polyvagal Theory for Self‑Discovery, Embodied Healing, and Meaningful Change by Arielle Schwartz – A trauma‑informed yoga practice manual grounded in polyvagal theory, offering posture, breath, and movement strategies to support nervous system regulation, emotional resilience, and embodied healing 👉 Learn more Note: These are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps support the podcast. Thank you!

Dr. Debbie Ozment, a dentist and wellness coach, shares her expertise in preventing chronic diseases through oral health. She discusses how vitamin D can impact gum health and the link between oral microbiome imbalances and systemic inflammation. Dr. Ozment highlights the importance of periodontal maintenance for improving overall health markers and reveals dental signs that hint at issues like sleep apnea and diabetes. Emphasizing a prevention-oriented approach, she encourages patients to seek out holistic dental care for lasting vitality.

Professor Stephen Maher, a leading expert in translational oncology and radiation research at Trinity College Dublin, dives into the complexities of cancer treatment. He discusses the role of microRNAs in influencing how tumors respond to therapies like chemotherapy and radiotherapy. Stephen explains how cellular behavior changes and why certain genetic mutations drive tumor evolution. With a commitment to bridging lab discoveries and patient care, he shares insights on the future of anti-cancer therapeutics and the importance of understanding treatment resistance.

Can we learn more about humans by studying animal behavior? For Dr. Francine Dolins, this question lies at the heart of her life's work. An Assistant Professor of Psychology at the University of Michigan-Dearborn, Dr. Dolins explores the rich intersections between animal cognition, ecology, and the evolutionary foundations of behavior. With a Ph.D. in Cognitive Psychology and Behavioral Primatology from the University of Stirling and a BSc in Behavioral Ecology from the University of Sussex, her research delves into how non-human primates and humans navigate their worlds. From lemurs in Madagascar to tamarins in Costa Rica and Peru, Dr. Dolins studies spatial cognition, decision-making, and navigation in both natural habitats and experimental settings. In this episode, we discuss: Dr. Dolins's pioneering work on virtual reality research with apes. How primates use mental maps and landmarks to make navigational decisions. What current research can reveal about the evolution of intelligence, cooperation, and social cognition. Dr. Dolins also collaborates with scientists worldwide, combining field primatology, technology, and comparative psychology to advance both animal welfare and conservation education. Eager to learn more about this fascinating subject? Click play now to deep dive into how studying our closest relatives helps us understand ourselves… You can learn more about Dr. Dolins and her work here! 🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C 🛍️ Recommended Books from This Episode: 📖 Are We Smart Enough to Know How Smart Animals Are? by Frans de Waal – A compelling exploration into the cognitive lives of animals, challenging the long-held assumption that human intelligence is unique. 👉 Get it here 📘 The Primate Mind: Built to Connect with Other Minds – This collaborative volume delves into how primates perceive, imitate, cooperate and empathize—revealing fascinating parallels between human and nonhuman minds. 👉 Check it out 📙 Parrot's Lament: And Other True Tales of Animal Intrigue, Intelligence and Ingenuity by Eugene Linden – Over 100 true stories of animal behavior that combine humor, awe and insight into how animals think, feel and interact. 👉 Explore it here Note: These are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps support the podcast. Thank you!

We're excited to welcome Dr. Patricia Zurita Ona (FKA Dr. Z) back to the podcast for another thought-provoking conversation. In her first appearance, we explored how fear-based struggles can keep us stuck. Today, we take that discussion even deeper as we dive into her latest book, The ACT Workbook for the Anxious Procrastinator: How to Accept Yourself, Get Things Done, and Do More of What Matters – a guide that helps readers understand why we put things off, and how to break these patterns… Click play for fresh insights into: How Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) can help overcome procrastination. The negative impacts of postponing tasks. How to build a new pattern of behavior surrounding procrastination. Practical tools for managing anxiety, overwhelm, and perfectionism. Dr. Z is the Director of the East Bay Behavior Therapy Center and has over 18 years of experience helping children, adolescents, and adults break free from anxiety, perfectionism, and emotional avoidance. Beginning her career as a school psychologist before becoming a clinical psychologist, she brings an effective combination of both compassion and science to her work. In addition to The ACT Workbook for the Anxious Procrastinator, Dr. Z has written six books, including Living Beyond OCD Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Skills for Perfectionism and High-Achieving Behaviors. She was also nominated as a Fellow of the Association of Contextual Behavioral Science. Stay up to date with Dr. Z and her work at East Bay Behavior Therapy Center here! 🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C Keep up with Patricia Zurita socials here: X: https://x.com/DrZ_behaviorist Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.z.passionatebehaviorist/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Dr-Z-100063832786090/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.z.passionatebehaviorist 🛍️ Recommended Books from This Episode: 📖 The ACT Workbook for the Anxious Procrastinator: How to Accept Yourself, Get Things Done and Do More of What Matters by Patricia Zurita Ona, Psy.D – A compassionate workbook grounded in Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) that helps you understand why you procrastinate and equips you with tools to take values-based action. Jessica Kingsley Publishers - USA+2University of Toronto Press Distribution+2 👉 Get it here 📘 The Happiness Trap: How to Stop Struggling and Start Living: A Guide to ACT by Russ Harris – A bestselling guide to ACT that shows how our efforts to avoid pain often cause more suffering, and how acceptance and mindful action can lead to a richer life. 👉 Check it out 📙 Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones by James Clear – A practical and actionable book about building systems (not just goals), making tiny changes, and using identity-based habits to create major transformation. 👉 Explore it here 📗 The Now Habit: A Strategic Program for Overcoming Procrastination and Enjoying Guilt‑Free Play by Neil Fiore – A strategic, productivity-oriented guide tackling procrastination by addressing the underlying mindset, guilt, and "resistance" that block us from doing the things we want. 👉 View it here 📕 How to Keep House While Drowning: A Gentle Approach to Cleaning and Organizing by K.C. Davis – A gentle and kind approach to managing your home and care tasks without shame, offering mental-health-friendly strategies for cleaning, organizing, and reclaiming your space. 👉 Learn more Note: These are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps support the podcast. Thank you!

In today's episode, we sit down with Dr. Sanjeev Goel to discuss his latest book, Going Nowhere... Getting Somewhere...: (and other thoughts from airplane mode). As a lead physician at Kennedy Medical Centre for over two decades and the founder and CEO of Peak Human, Dr. Sanjeev Goel stands at the forefront of anti-aging and regenerative medicine. Going Nowhere… Getting Somewhere is a book for people who feel stuck, uncertain, or lost on their path. By blending personal stories, psychology, and practical tools, it shows how to navigate life's challenges by embracing change and finding purpose. Through a mix of science and storytelling, Dr. Goel helps readers understand why we get lost — and how those moments can lead to real growth… This podcast covers: The key lessons behind Going Nowhere… Getting Somewhere. How to reframe uncertainty and find clarity during transition. The science of mindset, purpose, and personal reinvention. How Dr. Goel's work in longevity and precision medicine connects to mental resilience and well-being. If you're curious to learn more about this guide to shifting your mindset, overcoming obstacles, and creating a life that feels meaningful and alive, this conversation is for you. Join us now to hear Dr. Goel's inspiring insights! You can follow along with Dr. Goel and his work by visiting his personal website. Exclusive Discounts: 1. BPC-157 Peptide • Website: www.peakhumanlabs.com • Discount: 10% off • Code: findinggenius 2. Oral GLP-1 Supplement (Orforglipron 12 mg) • Website: www.peakhumanstore.com • Discount: 10% off • Code: findinggenius 🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C Keep up with Sanjeev Goel socials here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsanjeevgoel/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/SanjeevGoel 🛍️ Recommended Books & Supplements from This Episode: 📘 Going Nowhere... Getting Somewhere...: (and other thoughts from airplane mode) – A reflective collection of insights and ideas sparked by unplugging and shifting into airplane mode. 👉 Get it here 📗 Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity by Peter Attia – A deeply researched guide to extending not just lifespan, but healthspan, by making smarter choices around exercise, sleep, nutrition and emotional health. 👉 Check it out 📙 Lifespan: Why We Age — and Why We Don't Have To by David A. Sinclair – A provocative look at the biology of aging and how emerging science could radically change how we age. 👉 Explore it here 📕 The Longevity Diet: Discover the New Science by Valter Longo – A science-based dietary blueprint for living longer and healthier, combining plant-based eating with periodic fasting. 👉 View it here 🧪 THORNE – Curcumin Phytosome 1000 mg (Meriva®) – A high-quality supplement offering a clinically-studied form of curcumin designed for better absorption and joint/inflammatory support. 👉 Learn more 🧬 Sports Research Collagen Peptides – A premium collagen powder supplement for muscle, skin and joint support—perfect to complement a longevity-oriented plan. 👉 Discover here Note: These are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps support the podcast. Thank you!

Join us in this episode as Dr. Daniela Tropea, Associate Professor of Molecular Psychiatry at Trinity College Dublin, explains how cutting-edge brain research is being transformed into real-world treatments for mental health and neurodevelopmental disorders. Dr. Tropea leads the Translational Neuroscience Laboratory at Trinity, where her research on growth factors and brain plasticity has reshaped our understanding of brain health. Her work on insulin-like growth factor 1 directly contributed to the development of Trofinetide — the first FDA-approved treatment for Rett Syndrome. As she works, she continues to inspire new therapies for conditions like Fragile X and Phelan-McDermid Syndromes… This discussion dives into: How neuroscience research impacts real medical treatments. The future of translational neuroscience and personalized mental health care. Why mentorship, diversity, and public outreach are vital for scientific progress. A renowned educator and global collaborator, Dr. Tropea has received multiple awards for innovation in teaching and mentorship, and is deeply committed to making science accessible. Want to learn more about her intriguing work? Visit her profile at Trinity College Dublin or follow her latest publications in neuroscience. Connect with her via Email Daniela.Tropea@tcd.ie 🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C 🧠 Recommended Books & Accessories from This Episode: 📖 Neuroscience (6th Edition) – A comprehensive and visually stunning textbook that explores the foundations of brain structure and function, perfect for students, researchers, and anyone passionate about understanding the mind. 👉 Get it here 📘 Neuroscience (3rd Edition) – An earlier yet highly respected edition offering clear explanations and illustrations ideal for building a foundational understanding of neurobiology and behavior. 👉 Check it out 📙 The Molecule of More: How a Single Chemical in Your Brain Drives Love, Sex, and Creativity—and Will Determine the Fate of the Human Race – A fascinating look into how dopamine shapes motivation, happiness, and human behavior. 👉 Explore it here 🧩 Human Brain Model for Neuroscience – A detailed, anatomically accurate model that's perfect for medical students, educators, and enthusiasts who want a hands-on way to study brain anatomy. 👉 View it here 🧠 New Human Brain Model – A modern, high-quality 3D anatomical model showcasing intricate details of the human brain—ideal for display, teaching, or in-depth study. 👉 Learn more Note: These are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps support the podcast. Thank you!

Mark W. Schaefer, Executive Director of Schaefer Marketing Solutions and bestselling author, dives into the interplay of AI and creativity. He argues that the future favors those who can leverage human traits rather than compete against machines. Mark shares insights from his book, Audacious, explaining how to reclaim authenticity in storytelling amidst AI noise. He warns of AI's potential pitfalls, including dependency and diminished curiosity, while emphasizing the importance of human input to fuel innovation.