Reclamation Radio with Kelly Brogan MD

Register here for Kelly's free live masterclass, Exhale, on September 24th at 12PM ET.What happens when your biggest fear comes true and you’re branded a monster by your own community?In this episode I sit down with Katherine Finley, a former psychotherapist who lost her license after stepping outside the bounds of her board. She spent ten years in the field, specializing in trauma, before her career was abruptly cut short.We talk about the patterns that led her into the rescuer role, what it was like to have her license revoked, and how she faced public shaming from her professional community. Katherine takes me into the raw moments of shame, the gut punch of being called dangerous, and the process of wearing what she calls the “villain crown.” This is a story about turning persecution into initiation and finding freedom on the other side of judgment.You’ll Learn:The reason Katherine’s psychotherapy license was revoked in 2020What it feels like to be publicly labeled “dangerous” by colleaguesThe quiet damage of overgiving and the rescuer role in clinical workWhy shame can become a gold mine for transformationThe surprising link between wearing the “villain crown” and reclaiming personal powerWhat happens inside the licensing system when a practitioner is accused of misconductHow childhood patterns of being “good” and “liked” shaped Katherine’s professional choicesThe turning point that shifted her view of villains, victims, and darkness in the worldWhat changes when you stop defending yourself and hold your own sovereigntyHow a certain animal became an unexpected teacher in her healing and coaching workTimestamps:[00:00] Introduction[08:12] Losing her license and the rescuer role[13:46] The limits of defending yourself against the board[17:42] Facing victimhood inside the licensing system[20:37] The rupture of empathy and seeing villains for the first time[24:15] Public shaming in her local community[28:48] Choosing not to defend and sitting with shame[34:21] Breaking the punishment cycle and reclaiming energy[38:06] Finding freedom through desire and horses[43:18] Advice for practitioners on holding space without disempowering clients👉🏻 Want to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call here.How to connect with Katherine:Website: sovereignheartcoaching.comYouTube: @katherinefinley444Find more from Kelly:Instagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.Go to the Juvent Store and use code KELLY300 at checkout to get $300 off your purchase.Try out the cleanest grass-fed beef protein on the market here and get 15% off your order, or 30% off your first subscription!

Ask Kelly your burning questions in our monthly Vital Life Project membership here.In this episode, I talk about why desire will never stop, and why that’s actually a good thing.I share my response to a listener struggling with perfectionism and the fear of passing it on to her daughter. I talk about the insatiable nature of feminine desire, how entitlement creeps in when we lose awareness, and why learning to appreciate even the smallest moments can change everything. I share how I practice this in my own life, from focusing on the comfort of a blanket during a water fast to letting my kids make their own choices, even when it’s inconvenient for me. And I break down how desire, when it’s met with consciousness, can become a powerful force for creation instead of a source of suffering.You’ll Learn:The real reason feminine desire never feels satisfiedWhat happens when entitlement sneaks into your relationship with desireThe surprising link between gratitude and breaking free from the addiction to “more”How noticing tiny comforts can shift you out of overwhelmWhy teaching your kids to honor their own wants can change how your family functionsThe quiet damage of living from “owe” and “deserve”How to recognize when your desire is healthy versus when it’s fueled by fearThe practice that can help you feel fullness even in uncomfortable momentsWhy coming into union with your desire is the most powerful work you can do as a womanTimestamps:[00:00] Introduction[01:02] Navigating perfectionism and fear of complacency in kids[02:00] Why feminine desire is naturally insatiable[03:15] Recognizing entitlement and victim patterns in desire[04:10] Using appreciation and the concept of “ha” to feel fullness[05:20] Finding comfort and gratitude in small moments during struggle[07:05] Transforming desire into life force energy and creative power[08:00] Teaching kids to honor their own wants and choices[09:15] Trusting desire and discerning it from entitlement and fear👉🏻 Want to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call here.Resources Mentioned:David Deida | WebsiteMingtong Gu | WebsiteFind more from Kelly:Instagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.

In this episode, I talk about how what we call love can actually be an addiction.I share how I began questioning the way we label addiction as a disease and why abstinence models often keep people stuck. I look at how patterns of chaos, stimulation, and emotional highs and lows show up not just with substances but in love, work, and conflict. I talk about what the rat park studies and early attachment teach us about why we reach for these patterns, and why real intimacy can feel unbearable when our nervous system is wired for drama. I also share the four questions I use to examine any addictive habit so we can start finding what’s on the other side.You’ll Learn:The real reason intensity can feel safer than peaceWhat happens when your nervous system is addicted to chaosHow love addiction mimics substance abuse patternsWhy you might unconsciously choose partners who can’t meet your needsThe surprising link between childhood attachment wounds and romantic dramaWhat it feels like to reclaim your inner “little no” and trust your gutHow to identify the upside you’re secretly getting from addictive habitsThe quiet damage of ignoring subtle inner signalsWhy true sobriety goes far beyond quitting alcoholA 4-step framework to examine your relationship with any addictive patternTimestamps:[00:00] Introduction[05:02] How addiction patterns mirror emotional avoidance[07:12] The victim triangle and nervous system conditioning[09:18] Love addiction and the fear of true intimacy[11:58] Reclaiming neuroception and seeing reality clearly[14:42] Taking yourself off the market to break patterns[16:15] How drama and chaos feed the addiction cycle[18:02] Four questions to uncover the roots of addictive behavior[21:00] What quitting actually gives you beyond abstinence[23:12] Learning to embrace stability and the liminal space👉🏻 Want to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call here.Resources Mentioned:Rat Park Studies by Bruce K. Alexander | ResearchThe Continuum Concept by Jean Liedloff | Book Find more from Kelly:Instagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.Go to the Juvent Store and use code KELLY300 at checkout to get $300 off your purchase.Try out the cleanest grass-fed beef protein on the market here and get 15% off your order, or 30% off your first subscription!

What if everything you believed about college was a lie?In this episode, I sit down with Hannah Maruyama of Degree Free, who, alongside her husband, has dedicated her life to helping young people reject the myth that college is the only path to success. She’s not just talking theories, she’s working directly with 16 to 20-year-olds, helping them carve out real, debt-free futures that actually align with their values.We get into why the college system is fundamentally broken, how it became a trillion-dollar trap, and what we can do instead. From calling out the emotional manipulation baked into college marketing to breaking down how Gen Z is waking up and opting out, this conversation is direct, eye-opening, and deeply personal.You’ll Learn:The real reason college became a trillion-dollar industry, and who profits mostWhat happens when you tell teens they need a degree to succeed The surprising link between college debt and delayed adulthoodWhy most college grads are underemployed and overpromisedHow Gen Z is flipping the script on traditional educationWhat it feels like to build a career without a degree, and winA practical framework to help teens uncover real interests and viable pathsThe social bait of college, and why it’s not what your kid actually needsTimestamps:[00:00] Introduction[05:26] The financial reality and predatory nature of student loans[12:50] How the Higher Education Act created the college debt crisis[18:05] The social myths used to sell college to parents and teens[25:22] The cultural programming behind college as an avoidance tactic[32:10] Why large peer groups in college create artificial community[36:34] The Value of Diverse Community for Growth[42:30] Passion vs interest and helping teens choose a career path[1:02:07] The million-dollar degree problem and smarter financial strategies👉🏻 Want to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call hereHow to connect with Hannah:Website: degreefree.comInstagram: @degreefreeTikTok: @degreefreeFind more from Kelly:Instagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.Go to the Juvent Store and use code KELLY300 at checkout to get $300 off your purchase.Try out the cleanest grass-fed beef protein on the market here and get 15% off your order, or 30% off your first subscription!

Learn more about Dr. Kelly Brogan's signature health protocol, Vital Mind Reset here.Get Kelly's Victimless Mothering masterclass here.What if everything you think about parenting is backwards?In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Tom Cowan, physician, author, Waldorf school consultant, and someone I consider a true elder in the space of soul-deep wisdom. Tom has spent decades questioning dominant narratives in medicine, biology, and now parenting. His latest book, Commonsense Childrearing, brings a radically different lens to the way we raise our children, one that’s grounded in trust, presence, and actual lived experience.We talk about what it really means to get on your child’s team, how “bad” behavior is often a form of communication, and why the instinct to punish or correct usually backfires. Tom shares stories from his clinical practice and personal life that reframe everything from food fights to emotional outbursts, including why you probably shouldn’t play with your kids. This one cracked me open. I hope it does the same for you.You’ll Learn:What actually stops kids from drawing on the walls, and why punishment backfiresThe real reason food fights happen at the dinner tableWhy “tolerance” classes often teach the opposite of what they intendThe surprising link between parenting and government-style controlWhat it feels like to truly get on your child’s team, even when you disagreeHow emotional maturity in parents unlocks deeper connection with kidsWhy you probably shouldn’t play with your children, and what to do insteadThe quiet damage of coercive schooling and praise-based disciplineA radical reframe of “bad” behavior as a form of communicationWhat happens when you give your child full sovereignty over their choicesTimestamps:[00:00] Introduction[08:49] How “savage” behavior reveals deeper parental lessons[14:58] Parallels between parenting and government authority[23:31] Getting on your child’s team and staying there[24:52] The story of the student who wrote “tolerance is bullshit”[33:06] The vulnerability of letting go of control and embracing the child’s reality[42:17] How parents rob kids of perseverance by meddling[38:28] The crayon-on-the-wall story and staying on their side[48:27] Why you shouldn’t play with your kids and how to foster true play[53:10] Ending food fights by giving autonomy and restoring natural consequences👉🏻 Want to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call here.Resources Mentioned:Commonsense Childrearing by Dr. Tom Cowan | Book How to connect with Dr. Tom:Website | drtomcowan.comInstagram | @talkingturkeywithtom_X | @drtomcowanGarden Products | drcowansgarden.comClinic | newbiologyclinic.comPodcast | Spotify or AppleFind more from Kelly:Instagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.Go to the Juvent Store and use code KELLY300 at checkout to get $300 off your purchase.Use code KELLYBROGAN for 15% off your first purchase at the Biofield Tuning Store. Not valid during sales. Exclusions apply.

Ask Kelly your burning questions in her monthly Vital Life Project membership.You’ve been gaslit into distrusting your own impulses—here’s how to take them back.In this episode, Kelly dives deep into one of the most powerful yet overlooked skills in personal growth: reclaiming your native desires. She unpacks a brilliant question from her Vital Life Project community—what’s the difference between discernment and judgment?—and uses it to expose the subtle ways we self-domesticate, override our needs, and live out of “shoulds” instead of self-trust.Through intimate personal stories (yes, including peeing mid-interview and belting into the void with a vocal coach), Kelly reveals how she’s rebuilt a relationship with her own body, voice, and creative fire—not by changing who she is, but by expanding her awareness and nervous system capacity to hold discomfort. If you’ve ever felt caught between the urge to grow and the desire to be accepted as you are, this episode is your permission slip to do both. Expect provocative insights, radical reframes, and one audacious answer you won’t forget.You’ll Learn:How honoring small body signals rebuilds self-trust and nervous system regulationWhy the impulse to “pee immediately” can become a radical self-reclamation practiceHow to distinguish true discernment from fear-based judgment in relationshipsWhat the transition from “I should” to “I want” reveals about intrinsic motivationWhy indulging so-called “bad” impulses can heal childhood conditioningHow nervous system capacity—not mindset—determines your ability to changeWhat vocal expression teaches about stored shame and creative liberationWhy seeking support isn’t about answers but about safe containers for expansionHow the desire to self-improve can mask deeper self-rejectionWhy awareness—not transformation—is the real metric of personal evolutionTimestamps:[00:00] Introduction[00:38] The difference between discernment and judgment[01:22] When it might be time to pause with a coach[02:00] How structure and discipline build capacity[02:45] Why rituals help reclaim personal choice[03:30] Transitioning from “I should” to “I want”[04:10] Honoring impulses as a path to healing[05:00] Restoring trust in cravings like dark chocolate[05:55] Biological impulses and meeting basic needs[06:50] Peeing as a practice of self-trust[07:30] The fear of creative self-expression[08:15] What awareness really means[09:05] Singing in front of a stranger despite fear[10:00] How awareness builds nervous system capacity[10:45] The trap of self-improvement driven by rejection[11:35] Reclaiming childhood desires as valid[12:10] Real growth comes from self-acceptance[12:55] Why change isn’t the real goal[13:30] Romantic relationships and the illusion of change👉🏻 Want to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call hereFind more from Kelly:Instagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.Try out the cleanest grass-fed beef protein on the market - head to equipfoods.com/kellybrogan to get 15% off your order, or 30% off your first subscription!

Join Kelly's sovereignty-minded community, Vital Life Project, here.What if the most powerful act of rebellion... is telling the truth in real time?In this episode, Kelly cracks open the concept of “breaking the fourth wall” in real life—not on stage, but in your relationships, your identity, and your communication. She explores the subtle art of speaking the unspoken script, challenging the roles we play in family dynamics, breakups, power structures, and even content creation. From dismantling victim narratives to reclaiming autonomy through raw, unscripted truth-telling, this episode is a masterclass in emotional courage. You'll walk away with a deeper understanding of how to navigate uncomfortable conversations, own your experience without controlling the outcome, and use directness as a spiritual practice. If you're tired of performance and ready for realness, this one hits hard.You’ll Learn:How “breaking the fourth wall” in relationships activates deeper connection and self-awarenessWhy staying in character keeps us stuck in victim-villain dynamicsHow emotional courage rewires nervous system capacity for real conversationsWhat unspoken scripts reveal about hidden power struggles and unmet needsHow to use the “appreciation burrito” to deliver critical feedback without triggering defensivenessWhy direct communication dissolves resentment faster than years of surface-level nicetiesHow false professionalism can sabotage genuine healing and trustWhat the shadow side of activism reveals about unmet personal needsHow to sense when truth-telling is ripe—and when it’s a self-sabotage trapWhy liberating your “yes” and “no” reclaims energy lost to emotional performanceTimestamps:[00:00] Introduction[01:43] Authenticity vs performance in content and relationships[02:36] Power dynamics and emotional connection[04:18] Transparency in business and content creation[05:00] Why we avoid real conversations after breakups[06:26] How projecting onto others maintains victim roles[08:00] When emotional courage is actually required[09:16] Shifting from manipulation to honest communication[11:20] The discomfort of vulnerability in daily interactions[12:07] Awareness as the key to choice in hard conversations[12:45] How truth-telling links to thyroid imbalances[13:54] Energy lost in managing perception and avoiding conflict[14:55] Balancing autonomy with real connection[15:52] How to structure difficult conversations for impact[17:18] Using positive intent to disarm defensiveness[18:22] Breaking the victim-villain-savior dynamic through truth[19:28] Recognizing roles and reclaiming real interactionWant to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call here.Find more from Kelly:Instagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.Try out the cleanest grass-fed beef protein on the market here and get 15% off your order, or 30% off your first subscription!Go to the Juvent Store and use code KELLY300 at checkout to get $300 off your purchase.

Rabbi Manis Friedman, an author and philosopher renowned for his insights on relationships, joins the conversation to discuss love, marriage, and intimacy. He challenges conventional beliefs, asserting that marriage shouldn't be based on love and emphasizing the importance of belonging over romantic feelings. Rabbi Friedman reveals that true intimacy thrives in the dark and critiques modern dating as ineffective. He encourages dating with marriage in mind and explains how the matchmaker model can protect hearts, making clarity in relationships vital.

Learn more about Dr. Kelly Brogan's signature health protocol, Vital Mind Reset here.What if everything you’ve been told about parasites is wrong?In this explosive episode, Kelly sits down with Dr. Daniel Roytas—clinical educator, researcher, and author of Can You Catch a Cold?—to unravel one of the most deeply held beliefs in both mainstream and alternative health: the idea that parasites are invaders that must be eradicated. Daniel’s work challenges the foundations of germ theory and dives into the seductive psychology of victim consciousness that underpins much of modern medicine—yes, even “natural” medicine.Get ready to question everything you think you know about gut health, parasite cleanses, and even the existence of so-called “pathogenic” organisms. This conversation exposes how medical myths get recycled, how belief systems override biology, and why the real toxin might not be what’s in your gut—but how you think about your body. From pleomorphism and misdiagnosis to the spiritual implications of blaming nature for our ailments, this is a no-holds-barred exploration of what it truly means to reclaim health in a toxic world. If you’ve ever taken black walnut tincture or been told your symptoms are due to “Lyme,” you need to hear this.You’ll Learn:How the “parasite cleanse” trend may reinforce victim consciousnessWhy the existence of parasites—even in medical literature—is still up for debateWhat polymorphism reveals about the adaptability of microbes inside the bodyHow artifacts in lab tests can lead to false parasite diagnosisWhy asymptomatic “infections” challenge germ theory logicHow certain worms may actually protect the body from toxinsWhat anti-parasitic herbs might really be doing to support detox pathwaysHow the Lyme disease narrative can distract from root causes of illnessWhy focusing on “killing pathogens” may prolong chronic symptomsHow to prioritize foundational health practices over fear-based protocolsTimestamps:[00:00] Introduction[01:03] Why parasites are the sacred cow of alternative medicine[02:22] How parasite belief crosses both conventional and alt-health circles[03:56] The link between parasite obsession and victim consciousness[05:28] What we’re actually talking about when we say “parasites”[06:43] Why some “parasites” might not cause illness at all[08:19] New research suggesting many parasites are harmless[10:26] The problem with asymptomatic infection logic[12:47] How artifacts are misidentified as parasites in lab tests[14:40] Why the theory of pleomorphism changes everything[16:48] Studying microbes outside the body vs. inside[19:14] How healthy people test positive for “pathogenic” organisms[21:30] Why immune system explanations don’t add up[24:42] What worms may actually be doing in your gut[27:10] The surprising detox role of certain parasites[30:44] Why “anti-parasitic” herbs may work for a different reason[33:03] What’s really happening when people pass worms[35:05] The emotional and cultural grip of Lyme disease[38:16] Why misdiagnosing the cause keeps people stuck[41:26] Simple practices that matter more than parasite cleanses[43:45] How parasite fear reflects a deeper healing patternWant to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call here.Resources Mentioned:Can You Catch a Cold? by Dr. Daniel Roytas | BookFollow Humanley on Facebook and Instagram and while you’re at it, join the Telegram Channel.You can connect with Daniel on his website and get his new book here.Find more from Kelly:Instagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.Go to the Juvent Store and use code KELLY300 at checkout to get $300 off your purchase.

What if your anxiety isn’t in your mind—but in your field?In this episode, Kelly sits down with researcher, inventor, and Biofield Tuning founder Eileen McKusick, whose groundbreaking work challenges everything we think we know about healing, consciousness, and the human body. With nearly 30 years of experience decoding the electric blueprint of the body using sound, Eileen has mapped the energetic anatomy that surrounds and informs our physical form—and she’s proving it’s more than just woo.You’ll learn how unresolved trauma shows up as electrical noise in your field, why thoughts aren’t stored in your brain, and how tuning forks can uncover—and dissolve—lifelong emotional patterns. Eileen breaks down the science of vibrational healing in language that’s as sharp as it is accessible, offering a powerful new lens for understanding everything from anxiety and chronic pain to inherited trauma and illness. Whether you're energy-curious or deep down the frequency rabbit hole, this conversation will leave you rethinking what it means to be coherent—and how to reclaim your signal.You’ll Learn:How tuning forks activate your body’s innate ability to reorganize and self-healWhat emotional tones in the biofield reveal about stored trauma and subconscious patterningWhy thoughts are stored in the energy field—not the brain—and how that changes healingHow to detect and decode the vibrational “noise” that disrupts health and flowWhat coherence in your biofield actually means—and how it drives physical resilienceHow sound interacts with the plasma body to shift emotional and physiological statesWhy most chronic symptoms stem from unresolved tension patterns, not pathologyTimestamps:[00:00] Introduction[01:45] How thoughts may exist outside the brain[02:30] Practical ways to bring coherence to your energy field[03:05] The idea that humans are electric beings[05:30] What it means to live in a vibrational cosmology[08:05] Tuning forks as tools for energetic feedback[10:05] Why vibes don’t lie—reading emotion through frequency[12:10] What tuning forks reveal about emotional memory[14:05] How emotional patterns are stored in specific zones of the field[16:45] Why anyone can learn to feel energetic distortions[17:30] Memories are stored outside the body in magnetic standing waves[22:30] A shocking example of inherited trauma imprinting in the womb[27:25] The hidden role of worthiness in chronic pain and illness[29:10] What coherence actually means for your body and mind[33:00] Why injuries often occur in incoherent zones of your field[35:10] How forks imprint coherent frequency back into the system[38:00] The link between stress, bone loss, and electrical depletion[40:00] Water, memory, and the vibrational nature of the body[45:00] Rewiring subconscious loops to release stuckness[48:40] 174hz fork to deepen relaxation[51:00] How tension turns into lightness through tuning[53:30] 528hz fork to brighten the field[55:15] How tension suppresses emotional expression[57:00] Resilience as the new immunityWant to start a podcast like this one? Book your free podcast planning call here.Resources Mentioned:Biofield Tuning | WebsiteThe Secret Life of Plants by Peter Tompkins and Christopher Bird | Book or AudiobookTuning the Human Biofield by Eileen McKusick | Book or AudiobookSonic Slider Tuning Fork | WebsiteSing the Body Electric | Bodywork SeriesVeda Austin’s work on structured water | WebsiteWant to learn more about Eileen and her work? You can connect with her on her website, YouTube, and Facebook.Follow Biofield Tuning on Facebook and Instagram.Find more from Kelly:Instagram: @kellybroganmdWebsite: kellybroganmd.comJoin Kelly's monthly membership, Vital Life Project here.Get Kelly’s new book The Reclaimed Woman here and join the companion program, Reclaimed, here.Use code KELLYBROGAN for 15% off your first purchase at the Biofield Tuning Store. Not valid during sales. Exclusions apply.