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Born Free Method: The Podcast

Nathan Riley, MD, Father of 2
Women's Health
Home Birth
Informed Consent
Vaccination Schedule
COVID Vaccine
Pregnancy Loss
Hepatitis B Vaccine
Gardasil Vaccine
Mental Health
Gut Health
Midwifery
Aluminum Adjuvants
Immune System
Breastfeeding
C-Section
Chronic Diseases
Microbiome
HPV
Self-Betrayal
Cannabis

There are a lot of birth-related podcasts out there. But here you are...considering this one! As with all of our projects at Born Free Method, this project is one of a kind. If you are fed up with modern maternity care, stop grumbling and groaning and take action! This podcast can lead the way. Somehow we manage to blend birth, spirituality, medicine, fitness, ecology, ceremony, psychedelia, psych... more

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Carol Gautschi is a midwife with over 50 years in practice, and she has walked a very unorthodox path.

Like many, Carol herself was plagued by fear of birth from an early age. She was sexually and physically molested separately by two different doc... more

For me, the word “maestro” brings to mind a conductor of a symphony orchestra. In the plant medicine setting, a maestro does something similar: orchestrate the journey, paying attention to everything that is happening in the space, including working ... more

Andy Schoonover is the founder of CrowdHealth, a very unique alternative to conventional health insurance. They have a great track record for reimbursing on claims, and Andy compares his 20-odd refusals over the past 5 years to the 20% of denials tha... more

Edmund Knighton, Ph.D., is a seasoned educator, clinical psychologist, and somatic movement practitioner whose multidisciplinary career spans more than three decades. He has engaged through various capacities with Waldorf education for over 35 years,... more

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Recent Guests

Hamilton Souther
Expert in Amazonian plant medicine and visionary plant medicine practices.
Blue Morpho
Episode: Maestro Hamilton Souther: Plant Medicine, Sorcery, Shamanigans, and Liberation from Trauma
Andy Schoonover
Founder of CrowdHealth
CrowdHealth
Episode: Andy Schoonover: Reengaging the Consumer with the Cost of Healthcare with the founder of CrowdHealth
Edmund Knighton, PhD
Pre and perinatal psychologist, yogi, Waldorf educator
Episode: Edmund Knighton, PhD (Part 4) - Sacred Polarities: The Ra Material, Steiner, and a Man’s Work in Conception, Childbirth and Beyond
Dr. Larry Palevsky
A pediatrician with over 20 years of experience and a focus on holistic medical practices
drpalevsky.com
Episode: Dr. Larry Palevsky: the Pediatrician You Didn't Know You Needed
Dr. Nicole Rankins
A board-certified OBGYN and expert in empowered hospital births.
Episode: Humanizing Hospital Birth: Insights from an OBGYN with Dr. Nicole Rankins
Thomas Verny
Psychiatrist, author, and pioneer in pre- and perinatal psychology
Episode: The Secret Life of the Unborn Child: Dr. Thomas Verny on the Embodied Mind, Epigenetics, and Transgenerational Healing
Edmund Knighton
A seasoned educator, clinical psychologist, and somatic movement practitioner with a multidisciplinary career spanning over three decades.
Episode: Edmund Knighton, PhD (Part 1): Certainty in Uncertainty: Parenting, Presence, and the Pedagogy of the Soul
Ze'ev Zohar
Industrial designer specializing in water revitalization
MAYU Water
Episode: Designing with Nature: From Schauberger to the MAYU Swirl
Amanda Borucki
Fertility awareness coach and member of the Born Free Method community
amandaborucki.com
Episode: Empower Yourself with Cycle Sovereignty

Host

Nathan Riley
A board-certified OB-GYN focused on holistic approaches to maternity care and childbirth education, Nathan Riley combines his medical expertise with a commitment to empowering women in their health decisions.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 619 ratings
  • Finally- a place for intelligent conversations about birth!

    Obstetric care in the US has long been a practice full of malpractice, misinformation, lack of research, and ineffective old-school policies and procedures. As a nurse, birth worker, and a mother, I love learning from and being inspired by Dr. Nathan Riley! This podcast and his teachings are evidence-based, real science, liturgical and nuanced. There’s yet to be an episode I haven’t enjoyed. All are so thought-provoking. I loved his recent episode with his mom. It’s beautiful to see a family of ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ellie.hester
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love this podcast but

    What’s with the most recent episode’s title? Do we really need another “father” of women’s experiences?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Abbxjdksmenana
    Canadaa year ago
  • As BCST I love

    Thank you for your conversation with Gail T and Nicole M. I practice biodynamic craniosacral and am delighted for the accessibility of this conversation and its affirmation of bodies' and babies' intelligence.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    heartsacred
    United Statesa year ago
  • Latest episode a tough listen

    While children are being murdered in the world we hear someone speaking of love and human interaction, no mention of the genocide the country he comes from is commiting. Very disappointed.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    pjd1981
    Irelanda year ago
  • Educational Wellhouse

    Love this podcast for its diverse and inclusive representation of birth workers and health professionals. As a prenatal specialized bodyworker I value learning all I can when it comes to the prenatal, birth and wellness world so I can be an unbiased resource of education for my clients—this podcast provides just that for me! What soul food! 🙌🏼

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HopeWhitney
    United States2 years ago

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There are overwhelmingly positive sentiments regarding the host's empathetic and knowledgeable approach, although some critiques involve differing views on certain topics.
Listeners appreciate the depth and thoughtfulness of discussions around maternity care and empowerment. Many find the insights practical and applicable to their own experiences with pregnancy and childbirth.
The show is praised for combining various fields, such as spirituality and health, to provide a comprehensive view of maternity care.

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Andy Schoonover: Reengaging the Consumer with the Cost of Healthcare with the founder of CrowdHealth
Q: Why are so many Americans struggling with medical expenses?
The primary issues are high deductibles and denied insurance claims, leading many to face medical bankruptcy despite having coverage.
Andy Schoonover: Reengaging the Consumer with the Cost of Healthcare with the founder of CrowdHealth
Q: What is CrowdHealth and how does it solve the problems in traditional insurance?
CrowdHealth enables people to pay their doctors directly, providing better rates and removing middlemen from the healthcare process.
Edmund Knighton, PhD (Part 4) - Sacred Polarities: The Ra Material, Steiner, and a Man’s Work in Conception, Childbirth and Beyond
Q: Tell me about the process of men's work, and why this is so critical right now in the world.
Edmund explains that men's groups provide essential fellowship, accountability, and intimacy, helping them develop friends who can challenge them and witness their growth.
Dr. Larry Palevsky: the Pediatrician You Didn't Know You Needed
Q: What is your philosophy around vaccines?
Vaccination protocols tend to deny the possibility of vaccine injury and prioritize compliance over critical thinking in medicine.
Humanizing Hospital Birth: Insights from an OBGYN with Dr. Nicole Rankins
Q: How do you ensure a humanized approach to care in emergency situations?
You can slow everything down by pausing for a conversation, helping to ground the patient, and ensuring they understand what's happening.

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4. Dr. Larry Palevsky
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