
Terrain Theory
Terrain Theory is hosted by Ben Hardy and Mike Merenda, two childhood friends on a journey to tear down the old fear-based germ theory paradigm and usher in a better, brighter approach to health and wellness. Discover interviews with guests from the alternative medicine space and find inspiration in real-life stories of Terrain Transformations. Reclaim agency and discover methods both old and new to improve and optimize your health and your terrain. You are your primary healthcare provider.
Latest episodes

Feb 2, 2025 • 1h 6min
Dr. Rob Williams on terrain revelations, geoengineering, and 5th Generation Warfare
*This episode first appeared on the Our Geoengineering Age Podcast, released January 5, 2025.Dr. Rob Williams is a breathwork coach, environmentalist, and co-founder of OurGeoengineeringAge.org, an organization taking an evidence-based approach to exploring "our planet's most pressing yet underreported global environmental issue."In this conversation with Rob we discuss:The definition of "terrain theory"How we came to a deeper awareness of terrainThe biggest revelations we've made in this journeyOur first exposure to the topic of geoengineeringHow we account for geoengineering when taking inventory of exposures...and more!Learn more about Rob at OurGeoengineeringAge.org.Terrain Theory episodes are not to be taken as medical advice. You are your own primary healthcare provider.If you have a Terrain Transformation story you would like to share, email us at ben@terraintheory.net.Music by Chris Merenda

Jan 26, 2025 • 1h 32min
Polla Pratt on Terrain-based Ozone Therapy and Bio-Cosmic Somatics
Polla Pratt is an Ozone, Oxygen, and Somatic Therapist who educates the public on the proper use of home ozone therapy and the incorporation of somatic therapy into this powerful self-healing modality. In this conversation with Polla we discuss:Her own healing journeyWhy 99% of ozone therapy is done wrong...and how to do it rightApplying alchemy to ozone therapyWhy somatic therapy is critical to proper ozone therapy treatmentWhere and how German New Medicine fits in...and more!Learn more about Polla and her new Superpowered Self-Healing Home Ozone Therapy Private Masterclass featuring her, Dr. Marizelle Arce, and Dr. Melissa Sell at this website. Curious to learn more about Ozone Therapy? Go to the link above and sign up for one of Polla's FREE upcoming Live Q&A sessions.Use code TERRAIN777 at checkout to save 10% on your own Home Ozone Therapy kit when purchasing from Promolife.Support Terrain Theory on Patreon! Our recently-launched member platform gives you access to a ton of free & exclusive content. Check it out: https://www.patreon.com/TerrainTheoryTerrain Theory episodes are not to be taken as medical advice. You are your own primary healthcare provider.If you have a Terrain Transformation story you would like to share, email us at ben@terraintheory.net.Learn more at www.terraintheory.netMusic by Chris Merenda

Jan 19, 2025 • 1h 34min
Marvin Haberland on using NEXIQA's AI to dismantle virology, fact-check bogus science, and make better decisions
Marvin Haberland is an engineer and principal at NEXT LEVEL, a science-focused publication reporting on topics such as virology, terrain theory, germ theory, nutrition and genetics. NEXT LEVEL has recently released NEXIQA, a self-developed AI designed to deliver critical, evidence-based insights on the same topics covered by NEXT LEVEL. In this conversation with Marvin we discussed:How NEXIQA worksDesigning a critically-thinking AIHow NEXIQA differs from other AI like ChatGPTThe state of science and the scientific methodHow NEXIQA can help consumers make science-backed purchasesThe benefits of eating raw meat...and more!Learn more about Marvin and NEXT LEVEL at the NEXT LEVEL website. Learn more about NEXIQA at the NEXIQA website and on the Telegram Channel.Support Terrain Theory on Patreon! Our recently-launched member platform gives you access to a ton of free & exclusive content. Check it out: https://www.patreon.com/TerrainTheoryTerrain Theory episodes are not to be taken as medical advice. You are your own primary healthcare provider.If you have a Terrain Transformation story you would like to share, email us at ben@terraintheory.net.Music by Chris Merenda

Jan 12, 2025 • 1h 2min
Wellness Check #8: On Terrain habits, ditching synthetics, and every day being game day
Co-hosts Ben & Mike check in with their respective primary healthcare providers with updates on their physical, emotional, spiritual wellness, latest terrain integrations, nuance, and more. Specifically, they discuss:Adopting a game day mentalityCold plunge milestonesHitting a 2024 goal right on New Year's Eve.Swapping synthetic clothes for organic optionsWhy liver cleanses and enemas may be absolutely necessary...and more!Support Terrain Theory on Patreon! Our recently-launched member platform gives you access to a ton of free & exclusive content. Check it out: https://www.patreon.com/TerrainTheoryTerrain Theory episodes are not to be taken as medical advice. You are your own primary healthcare provider.If you have a Terrain Transformation story you would like to share, email us at ben@terraintheory.net.Learn more at www.terraintheory.netMusic by Chris Merenda

Jan 6, 2025 • 1h 37min
Takota Coen on Terrain farming, voluntaryism in practice, and why now is the perfect time to homestead
Takota Coen is a Homesteading educator and a regenerative farmer who has been applying Terrain practices with his livestock on his family farm in Alberta, Canada since as far back as the 80s. In this conversation with Takota we discuss:How he defines "homesteading"Integrating voluntaryism into his life on the farmApplying Terrain principles to farming and raising animalsHow he solved his milk cows' mastitis issueWhere German New Medicine comes inWhy right now is the perfect time to homestead...and more!Learn more about Takota on his website and follow him on Instagram.Support Terrain Theory on Patreon! Our recently-launched member platform gives you access to a ton of free & exclusive content. Check it out: https://www.patreon.com/TerrainTheoryTerrain Theory episodes are not to be taken as medical advice. You are your own primary healthcare provider.If you have a Terrain Transformation story you would like to share, email us at ben@terraintheory.net.Music by Chris Merenda

Dec 29, 2024 • 1h 18min
Red Pill Friends on exiting the matrix, health freedom music, and touring NH
The Red Pill Friends are Mike Merenda, Jude Roberts, and Brendan Daniel, three prolific songwriters who have come together around their mutual love of folk music, friendship and freedom. In this episode we discuss:Their recent tour of New HampshireCurating audiences vs opening up to allBrendan's new song "Humpty Dumpty"Jude's new song "Election Day"Mike's new song "Make Pretend"...and more!Learn more about the Red Pill Friends on their website and get their album from Bandcamp.Support Terrain Theory on Patreon! Our recently-launched member platform gives you access to a ton of free & exclusive content. Check it out: https://www.patreon.com/TerrainTheoryTerrain Theory episodes are not to be taken as medical advice. You are your own primary healthcare provider.If you have a Terrain Transformation story you would like to share, email us at ben@terraintheory.net.Music by Chris Merenda

Dec 22, 2024 • 1h 26min
Jillian Acosta on The Root Cause Method, somatic guides, and sitting with plant medicine
Jillian Acosta is the founder of The Root Cause Method, a health coach and experienced psychonaut who incorporates psychedelics and plant medicine in her work to help clients free themselves from the deep wounds that keep them stuck in destructive patterns and get to the root cause of their illness.In this conversation with Jillian we discuss:How her own experience with plant medicine unearthed a buried traumaHealing her relationship with foodThe somatic experience as the ultimate guideUsing ketamine with clients to get to the root causeDismantling the stigmatism of synthetic psychedelics The importance of integration post-experience...and more!Learn more about Jillian at her website TheRootCauseMethod.com.Support Terrain Theory on Patreon! Our recently-launched member platform gives you access to a ton of free & exclusive content. Check it out: https://www.patreon.com/TerrainTheoryTerrain Theory episodes are not to be taken as medical advice. You are your own primary healthcare provider.If you have a Terrain Transformation story you would like to share, email us at ben@terraintheory.net.Music by Chris Merenda

Dec 15, 2024 • 1h 46min
Mushrooms, crosses, and true Christmas meaning with Veronica Fannin and Jude Roberts
Our Winter Solstice / Christmas / Holiday tradition continues as we invite illustrator and dear friend Veronica Fannin onto the show for another exploration into the esoteric origins of the many traditions of the season. This year we also brought on musician and dear friend Jude Roberts, who performed an original Christmas song All Among the Evergreens. In this episode we explore:Santa Claus and Magic MushroomsThe Sacred Mushroom and the CrossA re-imagining of a Christmas classic by VernOriginal Christmas songs by Jude and Mike...and more!Learn more about Vern and her work at earthartmagic.com. You can learn more about Jude at JudeRoberts.com.Support Terrain Theory on Patreon! Our recently-launched member platform gives you access to a ton of free & exclusive content. Check it out: https://www.patreon.com/TerrainTheoryTerrain Theory episodes are not to be taken as medical advice. You are your own primary healthcare provider.If you have a Terrain Transformation story you would like to share, email us at ben@terraintheory.net.Music by Chris Merenda

Dec 8, 2024 • 1h 48min
Adam Bigelsen, Josh Bigelsen, and Dr. Marizelle Arce on Isopathy, protocol pitfalls, and nailing the Terrain basics
Adam and Josh Bigelsen are the sons of Harvey Bigelsen, M.D., a founding board member of the American Holistic Medical Association and co-author of the Arizona Homeopathic Medical Practice Act. Adam and Josh help run the Bigelsen Academy, an organization devoted to carrying on their father's work and legacy through Terrain education opportunities, courses on the Bigelsen Method, and Holographic Blood Consultations.Dr. Marizelle Arce is a Naturopathic medical doctor who practices as a naturopath, marrying her knowledge and understanding of ancient cultures and traditions with current biology, physiology and modern medicine.In this conversation with Adam, Josh, and Dr. Marizelle we discuss:Terrain basics and where some are going astrayDoes food matter? If so, how much?Protocols and parasitesThe ins and outs of isopathyHow isopathy is different from homeopathyWhere isopathy plays into terrain and health...and more!Learn more about Adam and Josh's work at bigelsenacademy.com. Learn more about Dr. Marizelle at terraindoctor.com.Enroll in the Isopathics course at: https://www.universityofterrain.com/isopathic-theory-and-application-level-1Support Terrain Theory on Patreon! Our recently-launched member platform gives you access to a ton of free & exclusive content. Check it out: https://www.patreon.com/TerrainTheoryTerrain Theory episodes are not to be taken as medical advice. You are your own primary healthcare provider.If you have a Terrain Transformation story you would like to share, email us at ben@terraintheory.net.Music by Chris Merenda

Dec 1, 2024 • 1h 56min
Dr. Covel McDermot on opening portals, cleaning the vessel, and the New Earth Order
Dr. Covel McDermot is a plant and soil scientist, an urban ecologist, a sea moss advocate and the founder of The Pineal Room, an ecological-cosmological system that aims to activate the infinite healing light of the spirit-mind-body using natural organic products, eco-therapeutic & eco-spiritual practices. In this conversation with Covel we discuss:Meeting life's challenges with gratitudeHarnessing energy, frequency, and vibrationHow to open portalsThe timelines of the ArchonsWhy we should be suspicious of TrumpThe cosmic intentions behind his sea moss blends...and more!Learn more about Dr. Covel McDermot at thepinealroom.com and on Instagram.Support Terrain Theory on Patreon! Our recently-launched member platform gives you access to a ton of free & exclusive content. Check it out: https://www.patreon.com/TerrainTheoryTerrain Theory episodes are not to be taken as medical advice. You are your own primary healthcare provider.If you have a Terrain Transformation story you would like to share, email us at ben@terraintheory.net.Music by Chris Merenda
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