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Qiological Podcast

Michael Max
Acupuncture
Chinese Medicine
East Asian Medicine
Traditional Chinese Medicine
Patient Care
Herbal Medicine
Saam Acupuncture
Western Medicine
Five Elements Theory
Healing
Korean Medicine
Community Health
Eastern Medicine
Palpation Techniques
Extraordinary Vessels
Education
Yin and Yang
Cultural Appropriation
Transformation
American Chinese Medicine

Acupuncture and East Asian medicine was not developed in a laboratory. It does not advance through double-blind controlled studies, nor does it respond well to petri dish experimentation. Our medicine did not come from the statistical regression of randomized cohorts, but from the observation and treatment of individuals in their particular environment. It grows out of an embodied sense of underst... more

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The acupuncture and East Asian profession is facing a number of critical challenges as long-established schools close, new federal guidelines on graduate education loans will dramatically change how much students can borrow, and fewer students consid... more

Medicine is never only about treatment. It also carries culture, identity, and memory. Sometimes preserving a medicine is a way of preserving a people.

In this episode we visit with James Flowers to explore a potent moment in the history of Korean m... more

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Often what brings someone into our office looks straightforward at first—a concussion, dizziness, headache, or a sense that something is not quite right. But what begins as the search to fix a symptom often reveals something deeper—a nervous system t... more

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We often think of allergies as simple reactions, but some conditions reveal a far deeper conversation between the immune system, environment, and daily life—one that evolves with every exposure.

In this conversation with Rebecca Chrestman, we explor... more

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Recent Guests

James Flowers
Historian and practitioner discussing Korean medicine history
Author/Scholar
Episode: 462 History Series: When Resistance Strengthens Tradition • James Flowers
Ayla Wolf
Guest expert in neurology and concussion, collaborator with Clayton Shiu
Ayla Wolf Functional Neurology / Concussion Clinic
Episode: 461 Neurology, Concussion and the Curious Organ of Chinese Medicine • Clayton Shiu & Ayla Wolf
Clayton Shiu
Guest expert in skull palpation and neuro-functional acupuncture
Qiological / Skull Palpation method
Episode: 461 Neurology, Concussion and the Curious Organ of Chinese Medicine • Clayton Shiu & Ayla Wolf
Rebecca Chrestman
Practitioner working with alpha-gal patients in Missouri
Mewei Herbs (via collaboration in discussion)
Episode: 460 Using Chinese Medicine to Treat Alpha-Gal • Rebecca Chrestman
Philip Suger
Author/translator working on Saam acupuncture book
Saam acupuncture project
Episode: 459 Wandering Into Saam- History, Premodern Medicine & The Power of Four Needles • Philip Suger & Michael Brown
Michael Brown
Co-host/translator contributing to Saam project
Saam acupuncture project
Episode: 459 Wandering Into Saam- History, Premodern Medicine & The Power of Four Needles • Philip Suger & Michael Brown
Jeffrey Dann
Acupuncturist and educator with a long career across the US and Asia
Independent practitioner/educator
Episode: 458 History Series - What a long strange trip it's been • Jeffrey Dann
Arnie Lade
Acupuncturist with Zen practice; author
Independent practitioner; Zen and Chinese Medicine author
Episode: 457 Apprentice to Curiosity • Arnie Lade
Sue Crites
Qi Gong practitioner and teacher
Qi Gong instructor
Episode: 456 Something About Slowing Down • Sue Crites

Host

Michael Max
Host of Qiological Podcast

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 492 ratings
  • That's so great to see it that way and understand. I love it. Thank you

    Podcast Addict
    5
    nathalief
    5 months ago
  • Manipulative

    I started listening to an interview and was surprised by the initial monologue (seemed unrelated). But I kept going, when the interview started something felt off as if the interviewer was being manipulative and insincere. I kept listening for another 20 minutes and it felt like he was being condescending. Non of it was overt so I went to look at his website and sure enough- I saw NLP training.

    It felt icky listening to him conduct an interview.

    The topic however, was interesting.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Pleasehelp10354
    United Statesa year ago
  • A very valuable resource

    Michael is a very good facilitator - I really appreciate his honesty and integrity in revealing his own difficulties which i resonate with.Many great guests- lots to learn- the 10 - 15 minutes of advertisements and monologue at the start and during every episode is a little too much.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Doctor pain away
    Australiaa year ago
  • Great podcast

    I love your podcast, Max. Everything that is shared helps me pause and think about the work that we do as practitioners in an embodied way. I am a Shiatsu Shin Tai practitioner. Just been listening to your interview with Joyce Vlaarkamp. Beautiful 🙏.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dawn Oei
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Pleasantly present

    Conversations are always calming and a joy to listen to. I really appreciate how centered the host is in his own energy.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    charles.cooper
    United States2 years ago

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Some feedback notes the pacing or monologue length occasionally distracts from the core subject.
Listeners praise thoughtful, in-depth interviews and the host's curiosity.
Guests and topics are consistently engaging for practitioners and students alike.

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461 Neurology, Concussion and the Curious Organ of Chinese Medicine • Clayton Shiu & Ayla Wolf
Q: What is the difference between vertigo and dizziness, and how does this influence treatment strategy?
Vertigo involves a rotational sensation and can signal central or peripheral vestibular issues, while dizziness is a broader non-rotational sense; distinguishing them guides whether to focus on vestibular rehab, cerebellar mapping, or parietal integration during treatment.
456 Something About Slowing Down • Sue Crites
Q: How do you understand the mechanism behind the benefits of Qigong?
Both hosts and Sue acknowledge that the mechanism is not fully understood, but practice seems to harmonize energy, reduce blocks, and improve nervous system regulation, leading to improvements in sleep, anxiety, digestion, and overall mood.
456 Something About Slowing Down • Sue Crites
Q: What drew you to Qigong and how did it influence your path?
Sue describes a long, exploratory journey from science and holistic nutrition to Qigong, driven by a personal need to help her sick child and later by the recognizing that slowing down and repeating simple movements brought systemic, multi-level changes.
453 Dry Needling, Tensegrity, and the Challenges of Integration • Darren Maynard
Q: What does sport-focused acupuncture mean in practice beyond traditional branding?
It's a broad approach combining modern physiology, classic Chinese medicine, and collaboration with Western clinicians to help athletes recover and perform, with emphasis on communication and appropriate patient education.
449 History Series, In the Footsteps of the Yellow Emperor • Peter Eckman
Q: What does it mean to have something transmitted?
Eckman explains that transmission should not be mystical; it refers to the concrete teaching of knowledge and skills from a teacher to a student.

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A thoughtful show built around East Asian medicine, acupuncture, and Chinese herbal practices, with conversations that explore history, culture, and modern practice. Episodes emphasize practitioner perspectives, integration with modern healthcare, and the social context of traditional medicine. A standout aspect is the host's open-minded curiosity and willingness to challenge assumptions, inviting guests from clinicians to researchers and educators to share rich, practice-driven insights. Listeners are likely those who want deep, nuanced discussions about medicine as a lived craft, not just theory, and who appreciate a reflective interview style that blends personal journey with professional expertise.

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Recent guests on Qiological Podcast include:

1. James Flowers
2. Ayla Wolf
3. Clayton Shiu
4. Rebecca Chrestman
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7. Jeffrey Dann
8. Arnie Lade

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