Wise Traditions

583: Ferments, Gut Health & Microbial Healing With Vanessa Hargrove 15.06.2026 51m

What if some of the most powerful medicines aren't found in a prescription bottle – but in the microbes living inside traditional fermented foods? Vanessa Hargrove joins the podcast to explain how foods like kefir, kombucha, yogurt, sauerkraut, and sourdough may help restore the microbiome, reduce inflammation, improve digestion, curb sugar cravings, and support overall health. Vanessa shares her own dramatic healing journey – from debilitating joint pain and severe food sensitivities to vibrant health through ancestral nutrition and fermentation. The conversation explores how modern life may be damaging the microbiome through glyphosate, antibiotics, chlorinated water, and antimicrobial household products – and why rebuilding beneficial microbes may be one of the missing keys to better health. Vanessa also discusses the powerful role fermented foods may play in supporting digestion, mood, immunity, hormone balance, and even chronic gastrointestinal conditions. She explains the science behind targeted microbes, why homemade ferments differ dramatically from many store-bought versions, and offers practical guidance for beginners who want to start incorporating ferments into daily life without feeling overwhelmed. The episode also covers fermentation safety, sourdough, milk kefir, candida overgrowth, histamine intolerance, sugar addiction, and why Vanessa believes restoring the body's microbial ecosystem can profoundly change health and vitality. WAPF Ad- Go to www.westonaprice.org/journal-healthy-baby-issue to order yours now. Visit Vanessa Hargrove's website to learn more -hargrovegeneralgoods@gmail.com Join the Nourishing Our Children closed Facebook group Check out our sponsors: Goddess Vitality From Optimal Carnivore "Discount code WESTON10 for 10% off." Four Visions "Discount code WISE for 15% off your order."

582: The Cost Of Silence With Jeffrey Tucker 08.06.2026 45m

What really happened during the COVID era—and why are so many people still afraid to talk about it? Jeffrey Tucker became one of the leading voices questioning lockdowns, censorship, and vaccine mandates during the COVID years. As the founder of the Brownstone Institute and author of Life After Lockdown, he has spent years documenting the far-reaching consequences of pandemic policies and advocating for accountability, free speech, and medical freedom. In this episode, Jeffrey discusses the lasting cultural, political, and personal consequences of the COVID response, including the collapse of public trust in government, media, and public health institutions. He explains why accountability still matters years after the official end of the COVID emergency—and why silence only allows the same systems to remain in place. Jeffrey also discusses the COVID Justice Resolution, recent indictments connected to pandemic-era decision-making, the rise of censorship and digital surveillance, and the growing influence of pharmaceutical companies over medicine and public policy. The conversation also explores the importance of books, homeschooling, natural health, personal courage, and why Jeffrey believes the future depends on people becoming more informed, more connected, and less dependent on institutional systems. WAPF Ad- Conference Recordings are available at FleetwoodOnsite.com. Visit Jeffrey Tucker's website to learn more. Join the Nourishing Our Children closed Facebook group. Check out our sponsors: The New Biology Clinic - Use code WISETRADITIONS to get $100 off your membership activation fee, or code WAPF to get your first month free on an enrichment services only membership. Codes must be in all capital letters. Goddess Vitality From Optimal Carnivore- amazon.com/optimalcarnivore - Discount code WESTON10 for 10% off.

581: What's Happening To Our Food? Pharma Crops, GRAS, And The Truth About Labels With Dr. Sina McCullough 01.06.2026 55m

In Part 2 of this conversation, Dr. Sina McCullough returns to unpack what may be one of the most overlooked—and unsettling—developments in our food system. She introduces the concept of "pharma crops"—foods like corn, rice, and lettuce that are being genetically engineered to produce pharmaceutical compounds, including vaccines. While this technology has been in development for decades, Sina explains why its potential entry into the food supply raises serious questions about safety, transparency, and control. We also explore the gaps in regulation—how these crops are tested (or not), what happens when contamination occurs, and why consumers are often left in the dark. Sina walks us through the "GRAS" loophole—"generally recognized as safe"—and how thousands of chemicals have entered our food supply without meaningful oversight. From there, we take a closer look at what's actually in our food today… why labels like "gluten-free" can be misleading… and how processed foods dominate the modern diet. Finally, Sina brings it back to the individual—offering a grounded and empowering perspective on how to navigate all of this without fear. She shares simple but powerful steps for becoming a more informed consumer and reconnecting with your body's own wisdom. This episode is both eye-opening and empowering—a call to look more closely at what we eat, how it's produced, and the choices we make every day. WAPF Ad- WAPF is active on IG, FB, MeWe & Telegram - Join us! Visit Dr. Sina McCullough's website to learn more Join the Nourishing Our Children closed Facebook group Check out our sponsors: Nutrition Therapy Institute "WAPF listeners get 50% off their first course " and Goddess Vitality From Optimal Carnivore - "Discount code WESTON10 for 10% off."

580: Pulling Back The Veil On Chronic Illness with Dr. Sina McCullough 25.05.2026 47m

In this powerful first conversation, Dr. Sina McCullough shares how she went from a vibrant, athletic life to being so sick she could no longer stand, eat, or care for herself—and how she found her way back. Despite her PhD in nutrition, Sina spent years searching for answers within the medical system, only to be told her symptoms were "all in her head." At her lowest point, she chose a different path—one that led her to uncover hidden toxicities, nutrient deficiencies, and overlooked food sensitivities that were keeping her body from healing. In this episode, she introduces the concept of "The Veil"—the unseen trust we place in our food system—and challenges the idea that chronic illness is something we must simply manage. Instead, she offers a powerful reframe: the body is designed to heal when we remove what harms it and restore what's missing. We also explore why diets often fail, the difference between remission and true healing, and the critical role of emotional and spiritual stress in long-term health. Sina's message is both sobering and hopeful: healing is possible—and it begins with seeing clearly. Stay tuned for Part 2. WAPF Ad- Censorship is real - and click on the "Email list button on the homepage" Visit Dr. Sina McCullough's website to learn more Join the Nourishing Our Children closed Facebook Group Check out our sponsors: Four Visions "Discount code WISE for 15% off" and Masa Chips- "Discount code WISETRADITIONS for 25% off your first order"

579: The Ayurvedic Approach To Postpartum Healing With Christina Eck 18.05.2026 48m

In many traditional cultures, the weeks following birth are understood as a critical window—one that shapes a mother's long-term health, energy, and emotional well-being. But in the modern world, postpartum care is often rushed, minimized, or overlooked entirely. In this episode, Christina Eck shares an Ayurvedic perspective on postpartum healing—one rooted in rest, nourishment, and intentional support for the mother. Drawing from both traditional wisdom and her clinical experience, she explains why the body is especially vulnerable after birth, what it truly needs to recover, and how simple, time-honored practices can help restore balance. Christine discusses the role of warmth, digestion, and nervous system regulation in the postpartum period, along with the importance of hands-on bodywork in helping the body realign and heal. She also addresses the long-term consequences of neglecting this phase—and why many chronic issues women experience later in life can be traced back to an unsupported postpartum recovery. Whether a mother has just given birth or is years beyond it, this conversation offers a powerful reframing of what postpartum care can—and should—look like. WAPF Donation Ad Visit Christine Eck's website to learn more Join the Nourishing Our Children closed Facebook Group Check out our sponsors: Goddess Vitality from Optimal Carnivore - "Discount code WESTON10 for 10% off" and Lumiram - "Discount code WISE for 10% off"

578: We Know Better—So Why Don't We Do Better? The Truth About Cognitive Dissonance With Dr. Lawrence Palevsky 11.05.2026 56m

What happens when what we believe—and what we actually do—don't quite line up? This week on the Wise Traditions podcast, pediatrician Dr. Lawrence Palevsky explores the concept of cognitive dissonance—what it is, why it's so common in modern life, and how it quietly shapes decisions around health, parenting, and trust in authority. Dr. Palevsky has spent decades encouraging parents to think critically, ask better questions, and reconnect with their own intuition. In this episode, he explains how cognitive dissonance shows up in everyday choices—from the foods people eat to the medical decisions they make—and why it can be so difficult to reconcile conflicting beliefs, even when the stakes are high. The conversation examines the tension many feel between what they've been told is "safe" or "normal" and what they instinctively sense may not be right. Dr. Palevsky discusses how fear, conditioning, and social pressure can keep individuals stuck—and what it takes to step outside that framework and begin thinking independently. This episode offers a thoughtful look at awareness, responsibility, and the courage to question long-held assumptions. It serves as an invitation to slow down, examine inherited narratives, and consider what it truly means to make informed, conscious choices for oneself and one's family. WAPF Ad- 11 principles book - Westonaprice.org and click on the "order material" button Visit Dr. Lawrence Palevsky's website to learn more Join the Nourishing Our Children closed Facebook group Check out our sponsors: Goddess Vitality from Optimal Carnivore "Discount code WESTON10 for 10% off" and New Biology Clinic, "Discount code WISETRADITIONS"

577: The Last Wild Protein: What You Need to Know About Salmon with Steve Kurian 04.05.2026 40m

What if one of the most powerful foods on earth comes from a place so wild, so untouched, that it still operates exactly as nature intended? In this episode, Steve Kurian of Wild for Salmon shares the story of a life-changing summer spent on the remote shores of Bristol Bay, Alaska—living by the rhythms of the tides, the weather, and one of the largest salmon runs on the planet. The conversation explores what makes wild salmon so unique—from its extraordinary life cycle to its essential role in nourishing entire ecosystems—and why this pristine food source stands in such stark contrast to modern, industrialized alternatives. Steve also offers a glimpse into the realities of commercial fishing: the long hours, the dangerous conditions, and the deep respect required to harvest food in a truly sustainable way. Along the way, themes of connection, stewardship, and traditional foodways emerge—inviting a deeper look at how we source, prepare, and value what we eat. This episode is a reminder that food is not just fuel—it is part of a living system. And when that system is honored and protected, it has the power to nourish both people and the planet. WAPF Membership Ad Visit Steve Kurian's website to learn more Join the Nourishing Our Children closed Facebook group Check out our sponsors: Nutrition Therapy Institute "Get 50% off your first course" and Paleovalley "Get 15% off your first order."

576: There Is No Deathless Diet: The Truth About Food, Farming, And Our Future With Abey Scaglione 27.04.2026 41m

What if the story we've been told about food—about meat, animals, and what it means to truly nourish ourselves and the land—is incomplete? Many people today are searching for a way of eating that feels healthier, more ethical, and more sustainable. Some turn away from animal foods out of compassion. Others are working to reconnect with traditional diets and local farms. But what if the answers aren't as simple as we've been led to believe? Our guest today is Abey Rae Scaglione, author of Radical Farm: Animals, Food, and Our Future. Abey's journey is anything but conventional. She became a vegetarian at just thirteen years old, driven by a deep concern for animals. Years later, she found herself raising livestock as a regenerative farmer—facing the emotional, ethical, and ecological realities of producing food within a living system. In this conversation, Abey shares what it was really like to wrestle with the moral complexity of eating animals—and why she ultimately came to believe that well-raised livestock may actually do less harm than many plant-based food systems. She explains how animals play a vital role in restoring soil health and ecological balance, why removing them from agriculture could push farmers toward more synthetic fertilizers and industrial practices, and how regenerative farming offers a path forward that honors both the land and the animals. We also explore what this means for you—whether you live on acreage or in a city apartment—and how small, intentional choices can help you reconnect with real food and more sustainable ways of living. This is a thoughtful, honest, and at times surprising conversation about food, ethics, and our place in the natural world. Visit the WAPF Real Milk Ad to learn more and get involved Join the Nourishing Our Children closed Facebook group Check out our sponsors: Masa Chips "Discount code WISETRADITIONS for 25% off your first order" Goddess Vitality from Optimal Carnivore "Discount code WESTON10 for 10% off"

575: A New Frontier: Medical Freedom, The Courts, And The Geoengineering Challenge With Leslie Manookian 20.04.2026 51m

What if a single court case could redefine your right to refuse a medical intervention? And what happens when the government is given broad authority over what goes into your body? Leslie Manookian, President and Founder of the Health Freedom Defense Fund, returns for Part Two to discuss a potentially historic case that may soon be heard by the U.S. Supreme Court—one that challenges long-standing legal precedent and raises fundamental questions about bodily autonomy, informed consent, and the limits of government power. Drawing on her experience leading successful legal challenges—including the overturning of the federal travel mask mandate and efforts to halt employer vaccine mandates—Leslie explains how this case is unfolding, why it has drawn national attention, and what could be at stake if the Court takes it. At its core, she argues, this case could reshape how medical mandates are interpreted under the Constitution. She also introduces a new national effort—the COVID Justice Resolution—aimed at bringing accountability to pandemic-era policies and ensuring that similar overreach is never repeated. And in a surprising turn, Leslie shares details about a bold new initiative she's taking on—launching a national petition to address geoengineering—an emerging and largely unexamined issue that raises profound questions about environmental exposure, public health, and consent. Get a free WAPF info pack Visit Leslie Manookian's Health Freedom Defense Fund website to learn more and get involved Join the Nourishing Our Children closed Facebook group Check out our sponsors: Optimal Carnivore "Discount code WESTON10 for 10% off

574: Standing For Medical Freedom — One State At A Time With Leslie Manookian 13.04.2026 45m

What happens when one state passes a law that challenges the status quo around medical choice? Could it spark a movement across the country? And how are Americans really thinking about medical freedom today? Leslie Manookian, President and Founder of the Health Freedom Defense Fund, joins us to discuss what has unfolded since the passage of the Idaho Medical Freedom Act—and why it may be just the beginning. Leslie shares how this legislation has inspired a growing coalition of organizations working together to advance similar protections in states nationwide. She also reveals the results of a new national poll conducted in partnership with the Brownstone Institute, offering surprising insight into how Americans view informed consent, personal autonomy, and the role of government in healthcare. In this conversation, Leslie explains how the Idaho law is being strengthened, what's happening in other states, and how individuals can get involved in shaping the future of health freedom in their own communities. Visit Health Freedom Defense Fund to learn more and get involved Join the Nourishing Our Children closed Facebook group Check out our sponsors: New Biology Clinic "Discount code WISETRADITIONS", and Paleovalley "Discount code WISE" for 15% off your first order.

573: What's New And What's Next For Wise Traditions With Hilda Labrada Gore And Kendall Nelson 06.04.2026 39m

A pursuit of wise traditions may take you to Mongolia, Kenya, or to leave the podcast you'd been hosting and producing for over 10 years. On today's episode, Hilda Labrada Gore, our podcast host and producer, passes the baton to Kendall Nelson, an award-winning documentary filmmaker behind The Greater Good and a longtime collaborator with the Weston A. Price Foundation. Today, you'll get to know Kendall as she and Hilda discuss what they have in common--like travels around the world and a passion for preserving ancient cultures and health traditions. They share what brought them to WAPF, insights they've learned along the way about wise traditions and what's in store for the podcast. Visit Hilda's website: HolisticHilda.com Visit Kendall's website: GreaterGoodMovie.org Become a member of the Weston A. Price Foundation Check out our sponsors: Nutrition Therapy Institute and Oyster Max

572: Work With Your Body's Biology For Weight Loss, Optimized Fertility, & Excellent Health With Sarah Kleiner 30.03.2026 47m

Even an ostensibly healthy lifestyle can often defeat our attempts to lose weight, conceive a baby and experience optimal health. Today, Sarah Kleiner, a Quantum Biology expert and nutrition coach, explains how to get back into harmony with our body's biology and natural rhythms for the results we seek. She reviews, for example how getting more sunlight and eating seasonally positively affects leptin, a master circadian signaling hormone. She goes over the cascade of benefits like improved cardiovascular health, stronger bones, optimized regulatory systems and enhanced fertility---that all stem from tuning into our circadian and quantum biology. She discusses the flaws of the carnivore diet and more. Sarah also tells the story of the astounding results she experienced when she made some simple changes: like effortless, significant weight loss and a successful pregnancy over the age of 40. Visit Sarah's website: sarahkleinerwellness.com Become a member of the Weston A. Price Foundation (and use code pod10) Check out our sponsors: Earthley Wellness, Paleovalley and Optimal Carnivore

571: Unconventional Holistic Motherhood With Mia Rofrano 23.03.2026 44m

Would you forgo an ultrasound as an expectant mom? Would you eat sushi or sit in a sauna? Would you avoid fluorescent lights and synthetic fabrics in your household? Just how far would you go to buck conventional parenting choices? Mia Rofrano is a holistic mom who makes many unconventional decisions to keep her family well – from her pre-pregnancy choices to how she labored, to how she now chooses co-sleeping and elimination communication" with her toddler. Mia, as a teenager, struggled with digestive issues. Today, she is a healthy, nourished wife and mom, who focuses on natural beauty and health for herself and her family. She reviews in this conversation why she prefers uncommon yet healthier practices in her home and life and what the results have been. Visit Mia's Instagram account @theoliveoilqueen and her linktr.ee account Join the Nourishing Our Children closed Facebook group Check out our sponsors: Masa Chips and Marine Health Foods

570: Modern Lies DeBunked By Nature With Mollie Engelhart 16.03.2026 51m

In nature, there is no lie. But in our society, culture, and even agriculture there are lies. Mollie Engelhart is the author of Debunked by Nature and today she explains how nature re-educated her, helping her to see through the lies we've been told related to climate change, gender, how to nourish ourselves, and more. Mollie was once a vegan chef. Today, she's a regenerative farmer who has learned a lot of lessons along the way. She shares some of the most important lessons on this podcast. Visit Mollie's websites: sovereigntyranch.com and debunkedbynature.com Become a member of the Weston A. Price Foundation (and use code pod10) Check out our sponsors: Optimal Carnivore and Bordeaux Kitchen

569: Traditional Vs. Industrial Cheese: Does It Matter Where Your Cheese Comes From? With Trevor Warmedahl 09.03.2026 48m

Traditional cheesemakers respect the process of cheesemaking. They honor the environment, the animal, its milk and traditional techniques – all of which lead to delicious, nutritious cheese. Industrial cheesemaking, in stark contrast, emphasizes sterile conditions, uniformity, and artificial inputs (including GMO-derived rennet). The cheese that results from the conventional approach is consistent... but misses a lot in terms of flavor profile and nutrients. Trevor Warmedahl is a cheesemaker, fermentation educator and the author of Cheese Trekking. Today, he takes us on a cheese adventure, as we gain insight on traditional, artisanal cheesemaking. He gives us pause about what is in our fridge and where it comes from. Trevor has trekked all over the world, working alongside artisanal cheesemakers, so he understands and shares the importance of working with (instead of against) microbes and nature. He describes cheeses you may have never heard of, along with unique approaches to making them. Trevor also helps us take stock of what has been lost in our modern approach to cheesemaking. Visit Trevor's website: sourmilkschool.com Become a member and/or donate to the Weston A. Price Foundation at westonaprice.org Check out our sponsors: New Biology clinic and Bordeaux Kitchen Naturals

568: Your Quick Guide To Address Mineral Imbalances & Stabilize Your Hormones With Nina-Marie Rueda 02.03.2026 39m

Minerals are the spark plugs of the body. They are essential for proper digestion, hormone function and clear thinking. If you don't have adequate minerals, you may struggle with fatigue, anxiety, brain fog, and more. Nina-Marie Rueda, a naturopathic doctor who focuses on perinatal and pediatric health, offers today a quick guide for identifying and addressing mineral deficiencies. She goes over the "four lows" – common issues that arise when our bodies are low on calcium, sodium, potassium or magnesium. She explains what specific foods can address these deficiencies, like bananas for magnesium and clams and coconut water for potassium. She shares the number one mineral that is not addressed well by most prenatal vitamins. And she even offers a medicinal herbal tea recipe that supports women in the perinatal stage and every stage. Visit Nina-Marie's website: olivewellnessgroup.com Get WAPF's free info pack at westonaprice.org Check out our sponsors: Nutrition Therapy Institute and Baja Gold Salt

567: A WWE Wrestler Turned Farmer Finds Healing With Sarah Rowe 23.02.2026 43m

A former World Wrestling Entertainment star has become a farmer...and a hunter, butcher, homesteader, and children's book author. What led to the transformation? Histamine sensitivities played a part, but there's more to the story than that. Sarah Rowe, known as Valhalla in WWE, today shares what influenced her to leave that career in the rearview mirror. She discusses her healing journey and why she has more peace today than ever before. She also reveals what continues to inspire her to "choose hard" when it comes to farming...and life. Follow Sarah on Instagram - @sarahrowe Check out our sponsors: Green Pasture, MASA Chips, and Optimal Carnivore

566: Stop Fearing Saturated Fat! It's Actually Good For You With Bryan Mussard 16.02.2026 45m

The American Heart Association still recommends limiting saturated fat intake. Grocery market shelves are loaded with promises of "heart healthy" seed oils. It's time to do some myth busting. Bryan Mussard is a lifelong rancher who is passionate about reviving regenerative ranching and making America healthy again… by embracing saturated fat. As a young man, Bryan went through a personal health crisis that led him to investigate the benefits of fat. As a rancher and advocate for the Make America Healthy Again initiatives, he is uniquely positioned to offer insights on how politics, Big Food, and Big Ag can be made to see the light about the benefits of saturated fat and meat. Visit Bryan's website: remangus.com Get on the Weston A. Price Foundation email list at westonprice.org Check out our sponsors: Optimal Carnivore and Lumiram

565: What Our Food Habits Get Wrong And The New Food Pyramid Gets Right With John Klar 09.02.2026 45m

The US Dept of Agriculture's new dietary guidelines surprised the public when they revealed a completely flipped food pyramid. Meat, eggs, and butter appear to be back! But what difference will this make in our dietary habits? Can the guidelines weaken the appeal of ultra-processed foods? And what does the fine print in the guidelines reveal? John Klar, the author of Small Farm Republic and MAHA advocate, goes over the implications of this historic announcement and the alliance between the USDA and Health and Human Services agencies. He discusses the pluses and the minuses of the new pyramid, whether raw milk will ever be legalized on a federal level, and why millennials and Gen Zers' food choices are giving him hope for the future. Visit John's website: smallfarmrepublic.com To find raw milk: realmilk.com To identify local chapter leaders and real food near you, go to westonaprice.org Check out our sponsors: the New Biology clinic and Daylight Computer

564: No GLP-1 Shots Needed: Support Your Body's Systems Naturally With Colleen Flynn 02.02.2026 44m

Weight loss. Decreased appetite. Curbed cravings. These are some of the promises from GLP-1 medications. But the meds have serious side effects. And there are natural ways to support the body's hunger, cravings, and blood sugar control systems. Colleen Flynn, a functional nutritionist and gut health specialist, goes over today how to optimize the body's hormones (without the need for injections) for lower inflammation, improved gut health and healthy weight loss. Visit Colleen's website: nutritionalzest.com Get a FREE info pack from westonaprice.org