The Urban Monk podcast with Dr. Pedram Shojai
Pedram Shojai
Join Dr. Pedram Shojai, New York Times bestselling author and acclaimed filmmaker, for deep conversations about living with balance and purpose in our chaotic modern world.
As "The Urban Monk," Dr. Shojai brings a unique perspective as a former Taoist monk, Doctor of Oriental Medicine, Qigong Master, and creator of multiple documentary series including "Interconnected," "Gateway to Health," and "Trauma."
Each week, he explores the intersection of ancient wisdom and modern science with leading experts, sharing practical tools for stress management, energy optimization, and conscious living. Whether you're a busy executive, overwhelmed parent, or anyone seeking more meaning and less chaos, this podcast provides actionable insights for transforming your daily life.
Dr. Shojai is the author of bestselling books including "The Urban Monk," "Inner Alchemy," "The Art of Stopping Time," and "Focus." His no-nonsense approach combines Eastern philosophy with Western practicality, making ancient wisdom accessible for modern living.
Perfect for listeners interested in mindfulness, wellness, productivity, and personal development. New episodes every week.
🎧 Featured Topics: Stress Management, Energy Healing, Mindfulness, Productivity, Ancient Wisdom, Modern Wellness, Work-Life Balance, Conscious Living
📚 Books: The Urban Monk, Inner Alchemy, The Art of Stopping Time, Focus
🎬 Documentaries: Interconnected, Gateway to Health, Trauma, Conscious Parenting
🌐 Website: theurbanmonk.com
As "The Urban Monk," Dr. Shojai brings a unique perspective as a former Taoist monk, Doctor of Oriental Medicine, Qigong Master, and creator of multiple documentary series including "Interconnected," "Gateway to Health," and "Trauma."
Each week, he explores the intersection of ancient wisdom and modern science with leading experts, sharing practical tools for stress management, energy optimization, and conscious living. Whether you're a busy executive, overwhelmed parent, or anyone seeking more meaning and less chaos, this podcast provides actionable insights for transforming your daily life.
Dr. Shojai is the author of bestselling books including "The Urban Monk," "Inner Alchemy," "The Art of Stopping Time," and "Focus." His no-nonsense approach combines Eastern philosophy with Western practicality, making ancient wisdom accessible for modern living.
Perfect for listeners interested in mindfulness, wellness, productivity, and personal development. New episodes every week.
🎧 Featured Topics: Stress Management, Energy Healing, Mindfulness, Productivity, Ancient Wisdom, Modern Wellness, Work-Life Balance, Conscious Living
📚 Books: The Urban Monk, Inner Alchemy, The Art of Stopping Time, Focus
🎬 Documentaries: Interconnected, Gateway to Health, Trauma, Conscious Parenting
🌐 Website: theurbanmonk.com
Episodes
Mentioned books
Mar 21, 2025 • 44min
Bones of Steel: How a Marine Reversed Osteoporosis and Rewrote His Future
At 30 years old, former Marine Kevin Ellis received shocking news: he had osteoporosis, a condition most associate with elderly women. Facing a medical system offering only medication and the grim prediction of inevitable fractures, Kevin refused to accept this fate. In this eye-opening conversation, Kevin reveals how he transformed his diagnosis by uncovering the true causes of bone loss and building a protocol that not only reversed his own osteoporosis but has now helped thousands reclaim their skeletal health. Discover why the standard medical approach to bone health is dangerously incomplete, how your gut health directly impacts your bone strength, and why the exercises you're doing might be completely ineffective for building bone density. Kevin shares the specific nutrients, movements, and testing protocols that can dramatically change your bone health trajectory—regardless of your age or current diagnosis. Whether you're in your 30s or your 70s, this episode provides actionable strategies to build a stronger skeletal foundation that will carry you through decades of vibrant, active living. Don't miss this powerful conversation that challenges everything you thought you knew about building unbreakable bones.
Mar 14, 2025 • 49min
Healthy living is the basis of functional medicine with Dr Bob Rountree
Bob Rountree is a legend in the functional medicine space and it's important to hear how he's living.
Mar 2, 2025 • 25min
The Lullaby is LOUD- Self Sabotage and Conscious Awareness
Why do we self sabotage? Why do we avoid pain so readily? How can we change the way we go about things to be less avoidant and come back to life?
Feb 21, 2025 • 1h 6min
Are EMFs Actually Harmful?
Nick Pineault is known as the EMF Guy. I brought him to have a sane and sober discussion aroudn a topic that has a lot of sillyness around it. Listen to this!
Feb 13, 2025 • 22min
Healing THROUGH Grief
It's a process but do you know how? You have to feel it to heal it but there are ways to make it flow better. Let's discuss.
Feb 7, 2025 • 12min
New thinking on Gut Testing- Test don't guess
We were all excited about the microbiome and remain so but my thining around testing the gut has changed and I'm seeing better results doing it this way...
Jan 31, 2025 • 25min
The Pineal Connection From Fluoride to Spiritual Zombies - Urban Monk Podcast
Is the flouride in the water really killing our spiritual awareness? Is it numbing our senses. I dug into the research and here's what I found out about the pineal gland.
Jan 24, 2025 • 49min
Good Health Starts in Your Kitchen with the Kids
Good health starts in your kitchen and it needs to be taught to the kids NOW...they won't have any good habits if they don't start at home with you and then they're doomed to a life of drugs and disease. Katie teaches us how to turn this around.
Jan 17, 2025 • 48min
Quantum Biology is here and it's super cool
Science and the woo- a marriage at last. My guest is a smart doctor who's been following the science on quantum biology and she shares how cool it's all become!
Jan 10, 2025 • 1h 7min
The Godfather of Functional Medicine has THIS to say...
Dr Jeff Bland started this revolution and he's a sane, sober voice in a world that's increasingly filled with unqualified health "experts." It's important to hear what he has to say and how he see health and the wellness inductry. Let's go.
