Finding Genius Podcast

In today's episode, we sit down with Dr. Aaron Hartman to discuss his book, UnCurable: From Hopeless Diagnosis to Defying All Odds. As a board-certified physician, clinical researcher, and founder of Richmond Integrative & Functional Medicine, Dr. Hartman's path took a profound turn after adopting his daughter, Anna, who was diagnosed with severe neurological injury and cerebral palsy and labeled "incurable." Her unexpected progress challenged those assumptions and ultimately led him to embrace functional and precision medicine as a new framework for healing. Dr. Hartman was trained in conventional family medicine and earned his MD from the Medical College of Virginia. He also served as a Major in the U.S. Air Force, where he oversaw medical clinics in both the United States and Europe and received additional training in cardiology, dermatology, and nuclear and biological warfare medicine. Throughout his career, Dr. Hartman has participated in more than 70 clinical trials, published research including work in The Lancet, and cared for patients across four continents in more than 100,000 clinical encounters. He is triple board-certified, with advanced credentials in integrative, functional, metabolic, regenerative, and anti-aging medicine, and he previously served as an Assistant Clinical Professor of Family Medicine at Virginia Commonwealth University. Join the conversation to learn more about: The three pillars of healing with functional medicine. The ways that diet can heal disease. How to holistically cure conditions outside the boundaries of conventional medicine. The intersection of gut health and brain health. This episode offers a thoughtful look at the evolving boundaries of modern healthcare, and what it means to rethink a diagnosis once considered final. You can connect with Dr. Hartman on Instagram at @aaronhartmanmd. 🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C Keep up with Dr. Aaron Hartman socials here: X: https://x.com/aaronhartmanMD Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hypermobilityanswers/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AaronHartmanMD 🛍️ Recommended Books from this Episode 📖 UnCurable: From Hopeless Diagnosis to Defying All Odds – An inspiring story of resilience and breakthrough, showing how individuals can challenge medical expectations and reclaim health. 👉 Get it here 📘 The Brain's Way of Healing: Remarkable Discoveries and Recoveries from the Frontiers of Neuroplasticity – A powerful look at how the brain can heal itself through natural, science‑backed methods rooted in neuroplasticity. 👉 Check it out 📙 The Autoimmune Fix: How to Stop the Hidden Autoimmune Damage That Keeps You Sick, Fat, and Tired Before It Turns Into Disease – A comprehensive guide to identifying, addressing, and preventing autoimmune issues with foundational lifestyle changes. 👉 Explore it here 📕 The End of Alzheimer's: The First Program to Prevent and Reverse Cognitive Decline – A groundbreaking approach to brain health, offering research‑based strategies to protect and restore cognitive function naturally. 👉 Discover it here 📗 Eat to Beat Disease: The New Science of How Your Body Can Heal Itself – A science‑driven exploration of how food impacts healing, immunity, inflammation, and disease prevention. 👉 See it here Note: These are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps support the podcast. Thank you!

In this episode, we're joined by Katrina Foe as she shares her personal journey of overcoming breast cancer through a fully holistic, natural approach. Now a board-certified holistic and functional nutritionist, Katrina is a passionate advocate for addressing the root causes of disease through targeted nutrition, lifestyle changes, and functional medicine. What sets her approach apart? Katrina sits down to break down the philosophy behind her methods and how focusing on the body's internal environment can play a key role in supporting healing and long-term health…. Click play to discover: The role of diet and lifestyle in supporting the body during illness. Key principles for addressing root causes rather than symptoms. How Katrina's experience shaped her mission to help others take control of their health. The importance of testing when it comes to identifying cancer causes. Curious about how Katrina's journey from patient to practitioner has challenged conventional thinking and inspired others? Tune in to explore a different perspective on healing and what it can look like to take a more natural, integrative path. Connect with Katrina by visiting Cancerfreedom.com. 🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C Keep up with Katrina Foe socials here: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nutritional.pilates/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katrinafoe/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@cancerfreedom 🛍️ Recommended Books from this Episode 📖 The Gerson Therapy: The Proven Nutritional Program to Fight Cancer and Other Illnesses – A classic nutritional protocol focused on detoxification and whole‑food therapies designed to support the body's natural healing processes. 👉 Get it here 📘 Anticancer: A New Way of Life – A science‑based guide outlining lifestyle and nutritional strategies that may help reduce cancer risk and support recovery. 👉 Check it out 📙 The Cancer‑Fighting Kitchen, Second Edition: Nourishing, Big‑Flavor Recipes for Cancer Treatment and Recovery – A practical cookbook filled with nutrient‑rich, healing recipes designed to support treatment and recovery. 👉 Explore it here 📕 The Ketogenic Diet: A Scientifically Proven Approach to Fast, Healthy Weight Loss – A comprehensive look at the ketogenic diet and its potential benefits for weight management and metabolic health. 👉 Discover it here Note: These are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps support the podcast. Thank you!

Join us in this episode as Thoryn Stephens, an expert in Adaptive AI, human behavior, and biology, unpacks the evolving science of brain health and human performance. As Founder & CEO of BRAIN.ONE, he focuses on turning cutting-edge research into practical protocols designed to sharpen cognition, support longevity, and elevate day-to-day performance. With a 20-year career spanning data science, digital innovation, and consumer behavior, Thoryn has held key roles at Cytokinetics, Unilever Prestige, and Fox Networks. His work centers on applying predictive modeling and personalized technologies to drive meaningful outcomes — an approach he now brings to the world of human optimization… In this conversation, we cover: Where AI and health optimization intersect. The ways AI and behavioral design are transforming how we think, focus, and age. Why there was such a large technological breakthrough in 2023. What we can expect in the future. What does it mean to live at the intersection of humans and intelligent machines? Press play to find out! Follow Thoryn on Instagram @ragearea and connect with him on LinkedIn. 🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C 🛍️ Recommended Books from this Episode 📖 The Alignment Problem: Machine Learning and Human Values – A deep dive into the challenges of aligning AI systems with human ethics and values — essential reading for understanding how AI impacts society and decision‑making. 👉 Get it here 📘 Human Compatible: Artificial Intelligence and the Problem of Control – A thoughtful exploration of the future of AI, focusing on how to build systems that are beneficial, safe, and aligned with human intentions. 👉 Check it out 📙 The Age of AI: And Our Human Future – An engaging look at how AI is reshaping industry, culture, labor, and what it means to be human in an increasingly automated world. 👉 Explore it here 📕 Wearable Brain‑Computer Interfaces – A cutting‑edge examination of wearable neurotechnology and its potential to transform human–machine interaction and cognitive enhancement. 👉 Discover it here Note: These are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps support the podcast. Thank you!

In this episode, we explore the world of diabetes and how to effectively manage blood sugar levels with Kathy Levin, RDN, CDCES, DipACLM. As a board-certified lifestyle medicine dietitian with the American College of Lifestyle Medicine and a certified diabetes educator, Kathy has helped countless individuals regain control of their health through simple, sustainable nutrition and lifestyle changes. At the core of Kathy's approach is the signature THRIVE framework — a comprehensive method focused on gradual, realistic habits that lead to lasting results… Hit play to discover: The primary things that raise inflammation in the body and contribute to chronic disease. How Kathy's experience with diabetes has impacted her career path. The ways in which the conventional approach to healthcare can fall short. Why pediatric diabetes has become more prevalent. Want to find out how to improve blood sugar control, reduce medication, and make sustainable changes that lead to real results? Join the conversation now! Connect with Kathy and her work with Nutritiously Simple here. 🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C Keep up with Kathy Levin socials here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelifestylemedicinedietitian/ *]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-(--header-height)" dir="auto" data-turn-id="8f180686-eeee-4960-98f3-0734c9827de3" data-testid="conversation-turn-201" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn="user"> *]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id="81c7bae2-4c5b-4ecb-ab28-65457dcd9320" data-testid="conversation-turn-202" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn="assistant"> 🛍️ Recommended Books from this Episode 📖 Glucose Revolution: The Life-Changing Power of Balancing Your Blood Sugar – A science-based guide that explains how glucose spikes affect energy, cravings, and long-term health, along with practical "glucose hacks" to stabilize blood sugar without restrictive dieting. 👉 Get it here 📘 The Glucose Goddess Method: The 4-Week Guide to Cutting Cravings, Getting Your Energy Back, and Feeling Amazing – A step-by-step plan designed to help balance blood sugar, reduce cravings, and boost energy through simple lifestyle and nutrition strategies. 👉 Check it out 📙 Dr. Neal Barnard's Program for Reversing Diabetes: The Scientifically Proven System for Reversing Diabetes without Drugs – A research-driven program focused on dietary and lifestyle changes that may help improve insulin sensitivity and manage diabetes naturally. 👉 Explore it here 📕 The Diabetes Code: Prevent and Reverse Type 2 Diabetes Naturally – Dr. Jason Fung presents a metabolic perspective on diabetes, emphasizing insulin resistance and exploring dietary strategies like carbohydrate reduction and intermittent fasting. 👉 Discover it here Note: These are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps support the podcast. Thank you!

Join us in this episode as we explore mercury fillings, hidden oral infections, and the powerful connection between oral health and overall wellness with Dr. Sanda Moldovan. Dr. Moldovan is an internationally recognized Beverly Hills–based biological dentist, board-certified periodontist, certified nutrition expert, and a leading voice in mouth-body medicine. She is the founder of ORASANA oral care products and host of the Holistic Dentistry Show, where she educates patients on minimally invasive, biocompatible, and metal-free dental solutions… In this conversation, we cover: The story behind Dr. Moldovan's unique career path. What a biological dentist really is. The truth about mercury amalgam fillings and why safe removal is essential. How gum disease impacts systemic conditions like diabetes. Want to learn more about why a healthy mouth is essential for overall longevity? Hit play now to hear why Dr. Moldovan has made it her mission to advocate for natural, preventive, and minimally invasive techniques to treat gum disease and improve systemic health. You can find more on Dr. Moldovan by visiting her website! 🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C Keep up with Dr. Sanda Moldovan socials here: X: https://x.com/DrSanda Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sanda.moldovan/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsanda/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Drsandamoldovan 🛍️ Recommended Books & Accessories from this Episode 📖 It's All in Your Mouth: Biological Dentistry and the Surprising Impact of Oral Health on Whole Body Wellness – A compelling look at how oral health influences overall wellness, exploring the connection between dentistry, inflammation, and systemic health. 👉 Get it here 📘 If Your Mouth Could Talk: An In-Depth Guide to Oral Health and Its Impact on Your Entire Life – A detailed guide explaining how oral health affects the body, from chronic disease risk to everyday well-being. 👉 Check it out 📙 Mirror of the Body: Your Mouth Reflects the Health of Your Whole Body – An insightful exploration of how dental health serves as a window into broader systemic health conditions. 👉 Explore it here 👜 MasterMedi Tongue Scraper for Adults with Multicolor Travel Cases (2 Pack) – A simple but effective tool for improving oral hygiene by removing bacteria and supporting fresh breath. 👉 Discover it here 🎁 Spry Natural Xylitol Mouthwash (Fluoride Free) with Enamel Support – A gentle, alcohol-free mouthwash designed to support oral health while helping protect enamel and promote a balanced oral microbiome. 👉 See it here Note: These are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps support the podcast. Thank you!

In this episode, Natalia Zacharin, entrepreneur, financial coach, and founder of Zacharin Consulting, dives into the art of smart scaling — growing your business, funding expansion, and building momentum without sacrificing profitability. Since founding Zacharin Consulting in 2019, Natalia has helped business owners gain clarity, confidence, and the tools they need to grow sustainably. Her firm goes beyond traditional bookkeeping, offering strategic financial guidance that boosts profitability, prepares businesses for key hires, and sets the stage for successful exits. Click play to uncover: What inspired Natalia to start her own firm. How to manage cash flow, margins, and growth decisions effectively. Why strong financial leadership opens more options and opportunities for your business. The biggest mistakes that business owners can make when hiring employees. Whether you're looking to take control of your cash flow, make smarter growth decisions, or simply feel more confident about your business's financial future, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you scale with clarity and confidence. Download your free exclusive giveaway from Zacharin Consulting here! 🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C Connect with Natalia: LinkedIn Profile: Natalia Zacharin Company Website: zacharinconsulting.com Instagram: @growyourbottomline Facebook: Zacharin Consulting 🛍️ Recommended Books from this Episode 📖 Profit First: Transform Your Business from a Cash-Eating Monster to a Money-Making Machine (Entrepreneurship Simplified) – A practical system that flips traditional accounting on its head, helping business owners prioritize profit and build financially healthy companies. 👉 Get it here 📘 Financial Intelligence for Entrepreneurs: What You Really Need to Know About the Numbers – A clear and approachable guide to understanding financial statements, cash flow, and the key metrics every entrepreneur must know. 👉 Check it out 📙 The E-Myth Revisited: Why Most Small Businesses Don't Work and What to Do About It – A classic business book that teaches entrepreneurs how to build systems, scale effectively, and work on their business instead of just in it. 👉 Explore it here 📕 Accounting Made Simple: Accounting Explained in 100 Pages or Less (Financial Topics in 100 Pages or Less) – A concise and beginner-friendly breakdown of accounting fundamentals that makes financial concepts easy to understand. 👉 Discover it here Note: These are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps support the podcast. Thank you!

In this episode, we sit down with James Taylor to discuss his upcoming book, SuperCreativity: Accelerating Innovation in the Age of Artificial Intelligence, and why the future of success belongs not to lone geniuses, but to those who know how to collaborate creatively with both people and AI… James is the host of the SuperCreativity podcast and global innovation summits, where he has interviewed more than 750 thought leaders, technologists, and authors shaping the future of creativity and technology. His clients include Fortune Global 500 companies, government policymakers, and leading industry associations across sectors such as technology, finance, healthcare, energy, and manufacturing. Hit play to discover: Why approaching AI with curiosity is so important. How AI is transforming human creativity. Practical ways to collaborate with artificial intelligence. SuperCreativity is a practical field guide for leaders, professionals, and teams who want to solve complex problems, drive innovation, generate better ideas, and stay relevant in an AI-augmented world. The book is available on Amazon starting March 4, 2026. To follow along with James and his ongoing work, click here! 🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C 🛍️ Recommended Books from this Episode 📖 Co-Intelligence: Living and Working with AI – An insightful exploration of how humans and artificial intelligence can collaborate creatively and productively in the modern world. 👉 Get it here 📘 The Creative Act: A Way of Being – A thoughtful reflection on creativity, inspiration, and the mindset needed to bring meaningful ideas to life. 👉 Check it out 📙 Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World – A powerful guide to mastering focus and productivity in an age filled with constant distractions. 👉 Explore it here 📕 Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don't Know – A compelling look at the importance of rethinking assumptions, staying intellectually flexible, and embracing new perspectives. 👉 Discover it here Note: These are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps support the podcast. Thank you!

Buying a home is a huge investment. In today's low-inventory market, every decision impacts long-term value and livability. So how do you identify the right property, navigate zoning and permitting, and strategically transform it? In this episode, we sit down with Jonathan Wolk, AIA, founder of WOLK360, an architect-led design-build firm integrating architecture, construction, and real estate under one roof. As a licensed architect, contractor, and real estate broker, Jonathan brings more than 25 years of experience guiding owners through acquisition, design, and execution. Founded in 2016, WOLK360 delivers turnkey solutions for residential and commercial projects ranging from custom home renovations and additions to office, retail, and large-scale building renovations up to 100,000 square feet. The firm specializes in comprehensive due diligence, zoning analysis, permitting, budgeting, and construction management — minimizing surprises by building realistic contingencies into both schedule and cost… Hit play for insights into: How to make smarter buy-and-renovate decisions. Strategies for maximizing long-term value. The benefits of being creative when it comes to investing in real estate. The role that zoning plays in property acquisition. To learn more about Jonathan and his work at WOLK360, click here now! 🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C 🛍️ Recommended Books from this Episode 📖 Designing Your Dream Home: Every Question to Ask, Every Detail to Consider, and Everything to Know Before You Build or Remodel – A comprehensive guide for homeowners planning a build or remodel, covering the key questions and decisions that shape a successful project. 👉 Get it here 📘 Adaptive Reuse: Extending the Lives of Buildings – An insightful look at how existing structures can be creatively repurposed, preserving history while meeting modern needs. 👉 Check it out 📙 The Book on Rental Property Investing: How to Create Wealth With Intelligent Buy and Hold Real Estate Investing – A practical roadmap to building long-term wealth through smart rental property strategies and disciplined investing. 👉 Explore it here 📕 Building Codes Illustrated: A Guide to Understanding the 2024 International Building Code – A visual, easy-to-follow reference that helps architects, builders, and property owners understand modern building code requirements. 👉 Discover it here Note: These are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps support the podcast. Thank you!

In this conversation, we sit down with Andrew Menter, founder of Physmodo, to discuss how computer vision and AI are transforming movement assessment — and why quantifying human movement may soon become as essential as measuring heart rate or blood pressure… Andrew is a former Division I collegiate athlete turned entrepreneur whose work sits at the intersection of biomechanics, injury prevention, and fitness technology. Born in South Africa and raised in Dallas, he began his athletic career in tennis, earning a national ranking in a Texas state championship before receiving a scholarship to Brown University. He went on to compete throughout college, including four Ironman events, before channeling his competitive drive into building technology that objectively measures how we move. Through Physmodo, Andrew is pioneering fast, objective, and repeatable movement assessments using advanced computer vision. He does this to help fitness professionals, physical therapists, chiropractors, sports teams, and gym owners better understand mobility, stability, symmetry, and injury risk. Join in to learn more about: What inspired Andrew to start Physmodo. How computer vision can assess mobility, posture, and biomechanics in minutes. Why movement screening may become a "vital sign." The power of measuring movement consistently. The two primary causes for injuries. To keep up with Physmodo, follow them on Instagram @physmodo. 🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C 🛍️ Recommended Books & Accessories from this Episode 📖 Becoming a Supple Leopard (2nd Edition): The Ultimate Guide to Resolving Pain, Preventing Injury, and Optimizing Athletic Performance – A comprehensive guide to mobility, movement mechanics, and injury prevention to help athletes and everyday movers perform at their best. 👉 Get it here 📘 Built to Move: The Ten Essential Habits to Help You Move Freely and Live Fully – A practical blueprint for maintaining mobility, strength, and long-term physical resilience through simple daily habits. 👉 Check it out 📙 Built from Broken: A Science-Based Guide to Healing Painful Joints, Preventing Injuries, and Rebuilding Your Body – A research-backed approach to restoring joint health, overcoming injuries, and building a stronger, more resilient body. 👉 Explore it here 👜 Exercise Resistance Bands Set of 5 for Women and Men – A versatile workout tool perfect for strength training, mobility work, physical therapy, and at-home fitness routines. 👉 Discover it here Note: These are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps support the podcast. Thank you!

In this episode, we explore the complex world of degenerative and inflammatory conditions, and how stem cell–derived exosomes may offer a new frontier in regenerative care. Joining us to share his perspective is Caleb Granger, the Founder and President of Apex Medical – a cutting-edge provider focused on advanced biologic therapies. Apex Medical harnesses high-concentration, clinical-grade stem cell exosomes, which are tiny extracellular vesicles released by stem cells. These vesicles carry proteins, lipids, and genetic material that help cells communicate and promote tissue repair. With growing interest in their potential to modulate inflammation and support tissue regeneration, could exosomes represent a major shift in how we approach chronic disease, joint degeneration, and neurologic decline? Caleb sits down to explain… Hit play to learn more about: The two pillars of Apex Medical's regenerative approach. How stem cell exosomes differ from stem cell therapy. The ways in which exosomes are introduced into the body. The intersection of biohacking, longevity, and regenerative medicine. Before founding Apex Medical, Caleb held senior leadership roles in the spine and orthopedic industries, overseeing marketing, sales, and product strategy at NuVasive and SeaSpine. His experience includes product development and earned recognition for top sales performance, which has fueled his mission to bring innovative regenerative medicine to patients. Follow Caleb on Instagram: @calebgrangerofficial Follow Apex Medical on Instagram: @apexregenerative 🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C *]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" tabindex="-1" data-turn-id= "bdaf9982-b7c3-415d-8d61-11c59e191d8b" data-testid= "conversation-turn-178" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn= "assistant"> 🛍️ Recommended Books from this Episode 📖 Lifespan: Why We Age—and Why We Don't Have To – A bold, science-backed exploration of aging, longevity research, and how we may be able to extend not just lifespan—but healthspan. 👉 Get it here 📘 Exosomes: A Clinical Compendium – A comprehensive clinical overview of exosomes, their therapeutic potential, and their emerging role in regenerative medicine. 👉 Check it out 📙 Exosomes and Extracellular Vesicles: Analytical Challenges and Biological Implications – A deep scientific dive into extracellular vesicles, their biological significance, and the analytical hurdles in studying them. 👉 Explore it here Note: These are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps support the podcast. Thank you!