

THE EXPLODING HUMAN with Bob Nickman
Bob Nickman
Interviews with people in the fields of health and healing in body, mind and spirit..
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Sep 7, 2025 • 45min
BRAD PITZELE: EXERCISE WITH OXYGEN THERAPY )EWOT): EP. 287
After suffering for years with strange medical conditions, BRAD PITZELE was diagnosed with autoimmune arthritis in 2010 and malignant melanoma in 2014. Concerned that his treatments increased cancer risk, he began searching for a safer, more holistic path. Further testing revealed he also had Lyme disease and Bartonella. As his condition worsened—with debilitating fatigue, brain fog, and mobility loss—Brad sought alternatives. In 2016, his doctor recommended hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) or exercise with oxygen therapy (EWOT).Brad chose EWOT, but dissatisfied with what was on the market, he decided to build his own system. The results were transformative. Within a year, his strength, clarity, and energy returned. Seeing the improvement, Brad's doctor asked if he could make EWOT systems for others. That moment sparked the creation of One Thousand Roads, founded on the belief that healing should be effective, safe, and accessible. Today, Brad empowers others by sharing his firsthand experience with chronic illness and recovery. He helps people understand how EWOT works, why it can support healing from conditions such as Lyme disease, cancer, chronic fatigue, and autoimmune diseases, and how to integrate it safely and affordably into their wellness journey. We talk about: • The Role of Oxygen in Healing • EWOT: Oxygen from the Inside Out Oxygen as a Therapeutic Tool for Cancer, ChronicIllness & Detoxification Enhancing Cognitive Health, Reducing Inflammation& Reversing Aging with EWOT • How EWOT + Red Light Work Synergistically • Understanding How Red & Infrared Light Work, Support Healing & Create Multiplier Effects • Brad's Personal Recovery Story • How does our body use oxygen, and how does this change as we age? • What is EWOT, and how does it work? • What benefits can EWOT provide for those suffering from chronic illness? • How do EWOT and Red Light therapy complement each other to boost oxygen and energy for peak performance? • What is the science of Red Light therapy, how does it work, and what are the benefits? • How does oxygen therapy support healing in conditions like cancer, Lyme disease, detoxification, and improving sleep and mental clarity? • In what ways does oxygen help reduce inflammation and reverse aging at the cellular level? Website: www.onethousandroads.com YouTube: onethousandroadshq

Aug 31, 2025 • 44min
ELLIOTT JUSTIN, MD: SEX TECH: EP. 286
DR. ELLIOTT JUSTIN,, MD, is the CEO and Founder of FirmTech, and an acclaimed expert in the rapidly evolving sextech and wearables industry, with a unique focus on the intersection of sexual and cardiac health. Elliott offers invaluable insights into how recent innovations in sextech can improve their sexual health—and, by extension, their cardiac health—potentially saving their lives. Driven by technological advancements and a growing emphasis on sexual wellness, the sextech market has exploded on a global scale in recent years. The wearables category has arguably seen the most interesting and compelling growth with products that do things like help alleviate pain during penetration, others use AI to map changes in the pelvic floor, and innovations like FirmTech's award-winning Tech Ring—the first smart intimacy wearable of its kind—enhances pleasure while improving cardiac health. Dr. Justin's expertise extends far beyond the FirmTech brand. With a background in emergency medicine, he is all too aware of cardiac health and is driven by an understanding of how sexual and heart health are linked. We talk about how the data collected from the Tech Ring can inform heart health, adrenal health and other conditions prompting early detection. Elliott also talks about how "werables" have improved sexual function and pleasure in both men and women. This frank and informative discussion takes us through the current research and data, as well as anecdotal success stories which illustrate the power and viability of this burgeoning field. www.myfirmtech.com

Aug 24, 2025 • 1h 7min
JOE SMARRO: HOW A COP PRACTICES EMPATHY, UNDERSTANDING & DEESCALATION: EP. 285
JOE SMARRO, a Marine Corps veteran, former police officer, and nationally recognized mental health advocate who is transforming crisis intervention and suicide prevention—especially for first responders. Joe co-founded the San Antonio Police Department's Mental Health Unit, reshaping how law enforcement handles mental health crises with empathy, connection, and calm solutions. His groundbreaking work has been featured in the Emmy-winning HBO documentary Ernie & Joe: Crisis Cops and his TEDx talk, I See You, has inspired thousands. Now, as the founder of SolutionPoint+, Joe trains organizations, first responders, and leaders nationwide on mental wellness, crisis intervention, and resilience. His bestselling book,Unarmed, teaches how courage, compassion, and connection can save livesWe discuss Mental Health in Public Safety – Transforming crisis response and intervention Empathy as a De-escalation Tool – How compassion leads to better outcomes Suicide Prevention & Resilience – Helping first responders and communities stay strong Understanding Human Behavior in Crisis – Turning high-stress moments into opportunities for connection Building Stronger, Safer Communities – Strategies for fostering trust and collaboration Joe's message is simple: leading with empathy saves lives. www.joesmarro.com

Aug 17, 2025 • 1h 1min
ZACH BEACH: LOVE & SUFFERING: EP. 284
ZACH BEACH, MA is committed to building a world based on love and connection. For over ten years, he has been travelling the world teaching love in the form of yoga, meditation, writing, poetry, and coaching. He is the host of the weekly Learn to Love Podcast, which features therapists, coaches, authors, and educators, and has reached hundreds of thousands of listeners across over 100 countries. He founded The Heart Centre Love School, which hosts compassion cultivation trainings and other workshops. Zach's formal education includes an M.A. in East-West Psychology from the California Institute of Integral Studies and a B.S. from Northwestern University and a mental health therapist in We talk about his new book."Love & Suffering: A Spiritual Guide for Helpers, Healers and Humans," covering amo How To Relate to Suffering Why We Suffer in Love How Wisdom Teachings Apply in Today's World The Role of Suffering in Awakening and Joy The Secret to a Meaningful Life A Global Spirituality Why This Book Is Needed Now More Than Ever www.zachbeach.com

Aug 10, 2025 • 45min
DOUG BERTRAM: USE STRESS TO YOUR ADVANTAGE: EP. 283
DOUG BERTRAM has been successfully treating patients for over 27 years via a combination of Chinese Medicine and manual therapy. As a self-described "nerd of human connective tissue," he uses his immense knowledge of the body's movements to help people prevent future injury, increase athletic perfomance and imporve day-to-day mobility.We talk about stress, the importance of the fascia system in the body, meditation, lifetstyle and how we view time. He has created a powerful app to assist in knowledge of the body's structure with tips and exercises for self-healing. Please check out Doug and his work at: www.structualelements.com

Aug 3, 2025 • 55min
GEOFF THOMPSON: 99 REASONS TO FORGIVE: EP. 282
GEOFF THOMPSON is a BAFTA-winning screenwriter, penning multi-award-winning films for luminaries such as Ray Winstone and Orlando Bloom. Geoff is also among the world's highest-ranking self-defence and martial arts instructors. Geoff was sexually abused at the tender age of 11 by a trusted and beloved teacher. By the time he was 30 years old, he was unconsciously displacing his rage into violence, sexual self-harm and long bouts of debilitating depression. In this deeply empirical study, Thompson reveals the true definition and the incredible power of forgiveness, clearly defining the difference between forgiving someone and letting them off. Geoff can be found on Instagram @Geoff_Thompson_Official

Jul 27, 2025 • 48min
MELISSA CANO: BIOPRODUCTS & "CHASING AWE" EP. 281
MELISSA CANO is a biochemist and molecular biologist with a passion for cellular metabolism and biotechnology. Over the past 15 years in academic R&D, she has focused on developing innovative and sustainable bioproducts. Now, as Director of Science at Longevity Labs, she leads global research collaborations and drives innovation to translate cutting-edge science into practical solutions for health and longevity. We talk about longevity, healthspan, fasting, the benefits of spermidine, and both the microscopic & expansive universe and "chasing awe."

Jul 20, 2025 • 48min
MALITTA SEAMON: ARE YOU RUNNING ON EMPTY?: EP. 280
MALITTA SEAMON is the author of "Mindset Freedom: Seven Steps to Unlock Your Power In Life, Love, and Leadership", a business strategist, coach, author, speaker, and trusted adviser to CEOs, C-suite executives and leaders. She co-founded Inbound Leadership to help unlock untapped potential for greater impact by fostering safe spaces for leaders to reflect, be vulnerable, a=]d grow—her true passion. Malitta says,"When women feel drained at work or at home, we often blame ourselves for taking on too much or not finding "balance." But what if the real reason we're running on empty is that we're constantly contorting ourselves—shrinking, bending, over-accommodating, and over-delivering to meet other people's expectations?" For years, that's exactly what Malitta did.While building an eight-figure business with her husband, Brad Seamon, and raising a family, she continually adjusted and overperformed to meet roles and standards defined by others. Until the cost of contortion became too high. The business hit a breaking point—and so did her marriage. In the fallout, Malitta finally asked herself a question too many high-achieving women avoid: What would it look like to lead without apology—and live without shape-shifting? We talk about: Why women feel pressure to contort—trying to "make it work" at their own expense. The subtle but powerful signs that you're bending too far. The real cost of chronic self-adjustment—emotionally, professionally, and relationally. Why chasing "balance" keeps us stuck—and what to pursue instead. How to stop the cycle of self-betrayal and start leading with clarity, courage, and authenticity.

Jul 13, 2025 • 39min
TAM SMITH: FERTILITY, JU-JU MAMAS & SPIRIT BABIES: EP.279
TAM SMITH aka Tam Inspires. is a trusted advocate, guiding BIPOC women in their 30s and 40s on transformative fertility journeys. Her unique approach connects spirit babies and guides, dismantles blockages, and addresses all aspects of fertility with a deeply spiritual perspective. What sets her apart is her unwavering dedication to empowering women of color, creating a safe space where their experiences are understood and validated. She discusses the process of breaking down barriers and "Empowering Black Women on their Fertility Journeys." We talk about the powerful connection between spirituality and fertility, as well as ancestral beliefs, trauma and partnership. Tam definitely inspires! Instagram: TamInspires Website: www.TamInspires.com

Jul 6, 2025 • 54min
KATHRYN FORD, MD: FINDING JOY & CONNECTION IN YOUR RELATIONSHIP: EP. 278
DR. KATHRYN FORD, MD, is a renowned couples therapist and psychiatrist. She is about to release a new book, The Aperture Effect: A Radically Simple Approach to Finding Joy and Connection in Your Relationship, which provides a radically simple framework to guide couples out of crisis, and into lasting joy and connection. We talk about: -What The Aperture Effect is and how we can all use it to benefit our relationships -Feeling disconnected? How to find joy and closeness again -Tough conversations made easier—dos and don'ts for sensitive topics -Three essential tools for getting through any relationship challenge -Can people really change? What every couple should know www.kathrynfordmd.com


