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The Pod of Inquiry The Podcast For Human Optimization And Understanding

Dr. Stephen L. Barrett
Pain Management
Stem Cells
Bioregulatory Peptides
Regenerative Medicine
Chronic Pain
Functional Medicine
Nutrition
Mental Health
Longevity
Cancer
Electromagnetic Fields
Inflammation
Peripheral Nerve Surgery
Health Optimization
Neuroscience
Vagus Nerve
Medical Devices
Cannabinoids
Health and Wellness
Endocannabinoid System

The Podcast For Human Optimization And Understanding - The Pod Of Inquiry is designed to empower you with knowledge. What happens from there is up to you. Your host, Dr. Stephen Barrett, has designed this show to take you down some very deep rabbit holes hopefully bringing you back out again, relatively unscathed, but cerebrally wicked enabling a better understanding of all things worthy of inquir... more

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Dr. Aseem Malhotra
Practicing cardiologist and Chief Medical Advisor for MAHA
MAHA movement
Episode: Can We Trust Modern Medicine? | Dr. Aseem Malhotra | S10 - E1
Leslie Kenny
CEO of Oxford Healthspan; co-founder of the Oxford Longevity Project
Oxford Healthspan / Oxford Longevity Project
Episode: Can Spermidine Slow Aging? | Leslie Kenny | S9 - E20
JD Trembley
Engineer, naturopath, Epic Deca achiever, founder of Hungry Warrior Academy
Hungry Warrior Academy
Episode: How He Survived the Epic Deca? | JD Tremblay | S9 - E19
Dan Stachofsky
CEO of Essential Energy
Essential Energy
Episode: Modern Technology & EMF Exposure | Dan Stachofsky | S9 - E18
Yi Song
Founder of Zenerchi Clinic; Traditional Chinese Medicine Physician; PhD in Pathology
Zenerchi Clinic
Episode: When Ancient Medicine Meets Stem Cells | Dr. Yi Song | S9 - E16
Dr. Pamela Cipriano
Gynecologist with a focus on infertility
Episode: The Reason Behind Failed Lyme Tests | Dr. Pamela Cipriano | S9 - E15
Philip Ovadia
Board-certified cardiovascular surgeon, author and metabolic health advocate
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Episode: The Real Cause of Heart Disease? | Dr. Philip Ovadia | S9 - E14
Rich Dubin
Publisher and founder of Lower Extremity Review Magazine
Lower Extremity Review Magazine
Episode: The High Cost of Medical Publishing | Rich Dubin | S9 - E13
Bryan Green
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Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 32 ratings
  • The Huberman Lab for podiatrists

    High level discussion of cutting edge and interesting topics in medicine and health. Reminds me of the Huberman Lab.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    T-Hubbs
    United States2 years ago
  • Very interesting and helpful

    I just listened to my first episode with Dr Bregman. I am always looking to up my game in treating Mortons. Now I’m going to start at the beginning and listen to the rest of the episodes. Keep it going! Thanks to you both.

    Dr. Barrett, you sound like you’re in a tunnel. Consider a new microphone or get off speaker. Your guests sound better than you do.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    wakefoot
    United States3 years ago
  • POD of Enlightenment

    Wow, this is a podcast that is filled with enlightenment and pearls. In our formal education, there are many things that we are not exposed to for various reasons. We simply don’t know or appreciate those concepts that we’ve never been exposed to. Dr. Barrett’s podcast has been very enlightening and has opened my eyes to many different approaches to treating our patients. Thank you and keep em coming! Frank Henry DPM Marble Falls, Texas

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Texas Iconoclast
    United States3 years ago
  • The episode with Dr. Lear

    A very good listen and easy to follow along!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OR1882
    United States3 years ago
  • Interesting medical

    Interesting variety of topics. Would love to hear one on Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DocWM
    United States3 years ago

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Engaging host-guest dynamics and transparent sponsor mentions enhance credibility.
High-quality discussions with practical takeaways, though audio quality varies across episodes.
Thought-provoking medical conversations with deep dives into niche topics.
Guests bring strong expertise and diverse perspectives, though some claims can be controversial.

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How He Survived the Epic Deca? | JD Tremblay | S9 - E19
Q: What led you to start the Hungry Warrior Academy?
After the Epic Deca, questions from others about how he did it combined with his life philosophy led him to formalize a coaching framework for men focusing on discipline, purpose, and practical, science-backed transformation.
How He Survived the Epic Deca? | JD Tremblay | S9 - E19
Q: How did you approach nutrition and sleep during the Epic Deca?
Trembley explains a minimalist, fat-protein-carb approach with high-carb intake from quick-digesting sources, a vegan diet to minimize digestion time, and strategic short sleeps mainly on planes or in the car to sustain energy for long days.
How He Survived the Epic Deca? | JD Tremblay | S9 - E19
Q: Tell us what the Epic Deca actually is.
It's ten Ironman-distance events completed on ten consecutive days across six Hawaiian islands, requiring extreme endurance and strategic mental management to finish each leg and travel between islands.
Klotho & the Future of Kidney Care | Dr. Robin Rose | S9 - E17
Q: Do SGLT2 inhibitors influence Klotho levels, and should they be considered in kidney health beyond glucose control?
There is evidence suggesting SGLT2 inhibitors can raise Klotho levels, which may contribute to kidney and vascular benefits beyond glucose lowering; however, they are not the only approach and come with side effects that must be weighed.
Klotho & the Future of Kidney Care | Dr. Robin Rose | S9 - E17
Q: Can you explain the physiology of FGF23 and Klotho wiring and how they impact phosphorus handling?
FGF23 is bone-derived and signals the kidney to handle phosphorus; it requires Klotho to bind effectively to receptors. When Klotho declines, FGF23 cannot regulate phosphorus well, leading to phosphorus retention and downstream complications, but with adequate Klotho, the two cooperate to excrete phosphorus.

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2. Leslie Kenny
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