
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

Jun 19, 2022 • 1h 18min
Steve Hart on sound healing, non-judgment, and high-vibration living
Steve Hart is a sound healer and owner of Riffs Yoga Studio in San Diego, California. In this conversation with Steve we cover:How a sound healing session worksThe instruments Steve uses in his sessionsSome of the testimonials he has received from session participantsThe one testimonial that stands out the mostLiving a live of non-judgment and raised vibrationWays to incorporate sound healing in your lifeLearn more about Steve at his instagram @_stevehart_ and at www.stephenhart.me.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.Learn more at www.terraintheory.netMusic by Chris Merenda

Jun 12, 2022 • 1h 53min
Dawn Lester & David Parker on what really makes you ill
Dawn Lester & David Parker are authors of "What Really Makes You Ill; Why Everything You Thought You Knew About Disease is Wrong". They spent over 10 years researching – and ultimately debunking – germ theory, and provide an evidence-based alternative for the true cause of illness.In this episode we discuss the research that led them to conclude virology has never proved that viruses cause disease and explore the four main reasons a person gets ill...as well as how to avoid it.You can learn more about Dawn and David at whatreallymakesyouill.com.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.Learn more at www.terraintheory.netMusic by Chris Merenda

Jun 5, 2022 • 1h 28min
Terrain Transformation: Stella Perrett (Radical Cartoons)
Stella Perrett is a political cartoonist who ran afoul of cancel culture in 2020. She came onto the podcast to share the fascinating story of how she defeated 40+ years of alcoholism (hint: she did NOT use AA) and how – as a 62 year-old disabled artist with a variety of health challenges – she is embracing terrain theory and taking control of her health.To learn more about Stella and her work, go to radicalcartoons.com and check out her YouTube channel.If you have a Terrain Transformation story you would like to share, email us at ben@terraintheory.net.Terrain Theory episodes are not to be taken as medical advice. You are your own primary healthcare provider.Learn more at www.terraintheory.netMusic by Chris Merenda

May 29, 2022 • 1h 6min
Alec Zeck on the pseudoscience of virology, collectivism vs. individualism, and setting the record straight
Alec Zeck is a former Army Captain and West Point graduate who serves as the Executive Director of Health Freedom for Humanity. In this conversation with Alec we cover:The fundamental flaws that underpin virology and germ theoryAlternative theories to explain "contagion"What really went down with Tommy JohnIndividualism vs collectivismHis personal terrain-tending habits and practicesLearn more about Alec at TheWayFwrd and at Health Freedom for Humanity.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.Learn more at www.terraintheory.netMusic by Chris Merenda

May 22, 2022 • 1h 35min
Wellness Check #1
A long overdue check in with the hosts' respective primary healthcare providers. In this episode Ben and Mike discuss:New habits they are integratingOld habit performance (Wim Hof, sunning your balls, etc.)The conflict between healthy skepticism and faith/beliefMike's trip to Willam Padilla-Brown's Earth Day FestivalThe WHO pandemic treatyThe adaptogen they're both jamming on hardLearn more about the WHO pandemic treaty.Learn more about the adaptogen Ben and Mike have been using. (NOTE: we have no relationship with this company – we simply dig their mission and products.)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.Learn more at www.terraintheory.netMusic by Chris Merenda

May 15, 2022 • 1h 14min
Dr. Catherine Clinton on quantum biology, intentional positivity, and AM sunshine
Dr. Catherine Clinton is a licensed naturopathic physician with a focus on gut health, autoimmunity and psychoneuroimmunology.In this conversation with Dr. Clinton we cover:How her experience with autoimmune disease shaped her approach to healthThe importance of rising with the sun and groundingHow you can harness the power of quantum biologyThe one habit you can work into your day for maximum overall impactWhy we need to tend to the external terrain as well as the internalLearn more about Dr. Clinton at drcatherineclinton.com and follow her on Instagram.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.Learn more at www.terraintheory.netMusic by Chris Merenda

May 7, 2022 • 48min
Dr. Suzy Harris on frequency medicine, injection injuries, and advocating for health choice
Dr. Suzy Harris is an applied kinesiology chiropractor of over 21 years. She’s also a part of the leadership for Vermont Stands Up, a non profit organization activating groups on the local level to participate in the democratic process, preserve our freedoms, and prevent government overreach.In this conversation with Suzy we discuss:Energy and frequency medicineHow applied kinesiology and nutrition response testing workVermont Stands Up – who are they and what do they do?The injuries from the experimental injections she has seen in her practiceHow informed consent is not happeningLearn more about Dr. Suzy at cedarwoodnaturalhealthcenter.com.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.Learn more at www.terraintheory.netMusic by Chris Merenda

May 1, 2022 • 56min
Dr. Bradley Campbell on holistic medicine, getting deplatformed, and being the hero of your own journey
Dr. Bradley Campbell is a holistic physician based in Chicago and founder of The Health Assurance Movement, a non-profit dedicated to "Robin-Hooding" healthcare back to the masses. In this conversation with Bradley we discuss:What makes the holistic approach uniqueThe importance of being the hero of your own journeyHow turning laypeople into community healers may be the answer to our broken systemThe widespread censorship of doctors Germ theory vs. terrain theoryThe power of going into natureThe importance of Vitamin F(un)!Learn more about Dr. Campbell at drbradleycampbell.com, healthassurancemovement.org, and follow him on Instagram at @dr.bradleycambell.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.Learn more at www.terraintheory.netMusic by Chris Merenda

Apr 24, 2022 • 1h 3min
Terrain Transformation: Craig Santiago
When the world turned upside down two years ago, Craig Santiago made a commitment to himself and his health. He doubled down on his time in nature and is now on 400+ consecutive days of hiking in the Catskill Mountains of New York – anywhere from 8 to 24 miles a day. He’s in the best shape of his life and came on the podcast to share the details of his Terrain Transformation.To learn more about Craig and his music, go to www.craigsantiago.com (website coming soon).If you have a Terrain Transformation story you would like to share, email us at ben@terraintheory.net.Terrain Theory episodes are not to be taken as medical advice. You are your own primary healthcare provider.Learn more at www.terraintheory.netMusic by Chris Merenda

Apr 17, 2022 • 59min
Dr. Kristin Renner on treating the whole person, the magic of homeopathy, and Lyme as teacher
Dr. Kristin Renner is a naturopathic doctor with a practice in Montpelier, VT and a reputation for successfully treating patients with Lyme Disease. Her journey into naturopathic medicine began when her mom's battle with an aggressive melanoma exposed her to the dysfunction of a traditional treatment approach. In this conversation with Dr. Renner we discuss:The process by which a person earns a naturopathic degreeThe difference between naturopathic and allopathic approaches to treating a patientBiology vs biographyHow exactly homeopathy worksLyme Disease and how the state of one's terrain can dictate outcomesLearn more about Dr. Renner at www.avenavt.com.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.Learn more at www.terraintheory.netMusic by Chris Merenda