Podcasts about Gut

Hi. In today's episode of Even More News, Katy, Cody and Jonathan discuss the multiple rifts in MAGA land, from Marjorie Traitor Greene to Thomas Massie and their many supporters. They also talk about Trump's sad response to his rapidly declining popularity. At least, Catturd still likes him.As always, we recorded right before that big thing that happened.PATREON: https://patreon.com/somemorenewsMERCH: https://shop.somemorenews.comYOUTUBE MEMBERSHIP: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvlj0IzjSnNoduQF0l3VGng/join#DonaldTrump #Epstein #evenmorenews Give your GUT HEALTH a GUT CHECK and CHECK OUT https://cowboycolostrum.com! Use code SMN to get 25% off at checkout! GUT!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Full shownotes, transcript and resources here: https://soundbitesrd.com/298                   This episode is sponsored. Commercial support has been provided by Danone North America & Activia. Dr. Hannah Holscher is a paid consultant to Danone North America. No brands are discussed or promoted.  Gut health and the gut microbiome play an important role in overall wellbeing, including digestion and immunity. This episode explores the latest research and practical strategies for promoting gut health through nutrient-rich dietary patterns, lifestyle factors, and the inclusion of probiotic and fermented foods. Tune in to this episode to learn about: ·       why the gut is such an important foundation for overall health ·       what the gut microbiome is and how diet shapes it ·       key roles of the digestive tract and how the microbiome factors in ·       how long it takes for the microbiome to respond to dietary changes ·       research on how diet quality and variety impact the gut microbiome ·       how plant-based foods and fermented foods impact microbial diversity ·       definitions of prebiotics, probiotics, synbiotics and postbiotics ·       strain-specific probiotic effects ·       lifestyle factors that impact gut health ·       practical steps to support gut health ·       how dietitians can simplify the science for clients ·       resources for health professionals and the public This episode (Support Gut Health and Holistic Wellbeing with Science-Based Strategies) awards 1.0 CPEUs in accordance with the Commission on Dietetic Registration's CPEU Prior Approval Program. Visit https://soundbitesrd.com/298 to access the CPEU activity.

If you want emotional and physical health, this episode is so empowering and a way to trust your full intelligence with your 3 brains, the head, the heart and the gut aligned. Each can send conflicting signals — the Head overthinks, the Heart worries about others, and the Gut goes into survival mode, all about yourself and this brain wins out.  How to Activate all 3-Your Head, Heart & Gut Scientific Evidence for self-healing. Christoffel Sneijders book -3 Brains Intelligence: Forget Mindset & Discipline; On Amazon:.https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BVGCVYT3 www.3brainsintelligence.com  Joanne's Book to help family Manage Emotions:Super Dog Helps Boys Fears A 30-second free guide to see if you qualify at ServiceDogPro.com!  https://podcast.feedspot.com/anxiety_podcasts/ https://podcast.feedspot.com/us_psychology_podcasts/  

In this illuminating episode of Keeping Abreast, Dr. Jenn Simmons sits down with Dr. Taz Bhatia, board-certified physician, integrative medicine pioneer, and champion for women's health, to explore the intricate world of hormones through every season of a woman's life.Dr. Taz shares her personal hormonal journey, the gaps she witnessed in conventional medicine, and why personalized, root-cause driven care is essential. Together, she and Dr. Jenn break down how birth control, stress, gut health, and generational patterns shape hormonal balance. They also dive into innovative diagnostic approaches, including the auria test, and discuss why hormones are often misunderstood, and mismanaged, in modern medical systems.This conversation empowers women to understand their physiology, challenge outdated narratives, and take an active role in their health across puberty, fertility, perimenopause, and beyond.In This Episode, You Will Learn:Why hormonal changes form a lifelong continuumHow birth control can mask deeper imbalancesThe role of gut health and liver detoxification in hormone balanceWhy progesterone deficiency is so common todayHow stress and cortisol impact young women's hormonesThe importance of personalized hormone therapyWhy patients must advocate for their own healthHow hormonal patterns can be passed through generationsWhy breast cancer is often linked to hormone deficiency, not excessHow innovative tools like the auria test may revolutionize screeningEpisode Timeline Highlights:00:00 Introduction & Dr. Taz's personal hormonal journey 02:45 Why traditional hormonal treatments fall short 06:02 How experience reshaped her integrative practice 09:06 Birth control concerns & long-term impacts 11:57 How hormonal suppression affects whole-body health 14:58 The value of holistic, root-cause approaches 17:53 Cultural resistance to new medical paradigms 20:57 Innovations in breast cancer screening (auria test) 23:50 Why change is so hard in established medicine 27:00 Understanding hormonal patterns & testing 29:51 The need for comprehensive hormone education 33:39 Hormonal shifts from puberty to menopause 43:53 Personalized hormone therapy done right 01:01:29 Gut health, the microbiome & hormonal balance 01:04:47 Empowering patients to own their health journeyWhere to find Dr. Taz Bhatia:Website: holplus.coSocial: @DrTazMDTo talk to a member of Dr. Jenn's team and learn more about working privately with RHMD, visit: https://jennsimmons.simplero.com/page/377266?kuid=327aca17-5135-44cf-9210-c0b77a56e26d&kref=vOKy0sAiorrKTo get your copy of Dr. Jenn's book, The Smart Woman's Guide to Breast Cancer, visit: https://tinyurl.com/SmartWomansBreastCancerGuideTo purchase the auria breast cancer screening test go here https://auria.care/ and use the code DRJENN20 for 20% Off.Connect with Dr. Jenn:Website: https://www.realhealthmd.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrJennSimmonsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjennsimmons/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.jennsimmons

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Was tun, wenn der Hund in der Pubertät alles in Frage stellt und zum Flegel wird? Hundeflo Florian Günther spricht darüber in der ersten Folge der neuen Staffel von SITZ. PLATZ. HIER. FUSS. LAUF. – dem etwas anderen Hundepodcast. Gut zu wissen: Sie möchten gerne selbst Hundetrainerin oder Hundetrainer im Team von Hundeflo Florian Günther werden? Dann kommen Sie zum ersten Hundetrainer-Casting am 28. November 2025 in Wien, Vorarlberg, Kärnten und München. Alle Informationen finden Sie auf ⁠derhundeflo.com⁠! Hier geht es zur Episoden-Website: ⁠⁠https://www.servus.com/a/pc/hund-flegel-pubertaet-hunde-podcast-episode-28 Mesi Tötschinger und Hundeflo Florian Günther sind mit ihren Hündinnen Trudi und Wilma in der Wiener Innenstadt unterwegs und haben es sich nun in einem Kaffeehaus gemütlich gemacht. Viele Hundebesitzerinnen und Hundebesitzer stellen sich die Frage: Soll ich meinen Hund kastrieren? Florian Günther hält da nicht viel davon. Warum? Hören Sie rein! Sie hören: Florian Günther, auch bekannt als der „Hundeflo“, beschäftigt sich seit vielen Jahren mit dem richtigen Umgang mit Hunden. Ihm liegt vor allem am Herzen, die Sprache der Hunde zu verstehen und ihr Verhalten richtig zu deuten, damit der Vierbeiner zu einem zuverlässigen Partner im Alltag wird. Er soll schließlich eine Bereicherung und keine Belastung sein.  ⁠Hier geht es zu seinem Buch „Verhundst“⁠. Mesi Tötschinger, auch bekannt aus dem Kulinarik-Podcast „Servus Küche“, liebt Hunde genau so sehr, wie gutes Essen. Aber vielleicht geht die Tierliebe manchmal zu weit. Bereits beim Lesen von Flos Buch „Verhundst“ wurden ihr mehrmals die Augen geöffnet. Mehr über den „Hundeflo“ erfahren: ⁠https://www.derhundeflo.com⁠ Werfen Sie einen Blick in das aktuelle Servus-Magazin:⁠https://www.servus.com/aktuelles-servus-magazin⁠ Darin finden Sie regelmäßig spannendes Tierwissen. Hier geht es zum Online-Shop Servus am Marktplatz: ⁠https://www.servusmarktplatz.com/⁠

Our kids are living in an anxiety-promoting world. There is so much stimulation out there thanks to modern technology, which gives their brains a lot to process. Some even say that anxiety is a normal and rational reaction to the modern world.Anxiety is the second most common mental health disorder among children in Australia. It is more common in girls than boys, but boys can still have a hard time with anxiety.  As a Mum of a child who experiences anxiety, I know firsthand how tricky it can be to manage, which is why I love helping as many parents as possible in this area. In this episode, I discuss:The difference between feeling anxious vs having anxiety;Common signs and symptoms of anxiety in children;The most common contributors including:Gut-brain connection;Screen timeLack of physical activityQuality of sleepDiet and nutritionThe Natural Super Kids naturopathic approach to managing anxiety in children which involves:Validating the child's fears and emotions;Addressing underlying triggers;Dietary factors that contribute to anxiety in childrenParticular dietary changes that can benefit anxiety in children;Nutritional supplements that can be beneficial in supporting children with anxiety.Episode Links:Screen time linked to psychological problems in children – research study.Changes in screen time and mental health outcomes – research study. Blog post: Exploring anxiety in children. Use code NOVEMBER when booking an Initial online Naturopathic consultation hereThis episode is proudly sponsored by my membership, the Natural Super Kids Klub. If you would like to become a member of the Klub to get more helpful resources to help you raise a happy and healthy family click here and pop your name on the waitlist. If you loved this episode, leave me a review! I would really appreciate it. Also, let me know your biggest takeaway from this episode by sending me a direct message on Instagram @naturalsuperkids or shoot me an email at jessica@naturalsuperkids.com.

In this episode of unscrolled weekly, we dive deep into the fascinating mysteries of the human mind and body—from experiencing déjà vu and the placebo effect to the enigma of dreams, contagious yawning, gut feelings, the Bermuda Triangle, and near-death experiences. Discover the latest scientific theories, intriguing stories, and why these everyday mysteries continue to baffle scientists. Perfect for curious minds who want to understand the unexplained! Don't forget to subscribe and unscroll with us every week.Detailed TimestampsTime Segment0:00 Introduction and Welcome to Curiosity0:07 What is déjà vu? Host's personal déjà vu experience0:45 Scientific theories on déjà vu1:30 The placebo effect explained2:45 How belief affects healing and mystery of placebo3:20 The mystery of dreams and scientific theories4:12 Debunking dream personality predictors4:45 Mysterious places: The Bermuda Triangle5:10 Possible explanations for Bermuda Triangle disappearances5:30 Why do we yawn? Different theories and contagious yawning6:00 Gut feelings and intuition6:22 Near-death experiences and scientific attempts to explain7:00 The wonder of unsolved mysteries in science and life7:30 Closing remarks and tease for next episodeInstagram: @samarthchittaTwitter: @samarthchittaEmail: samarth.chitta@gmail.com

Gut ein Jahr nach Ende der Ampel steckt auch die schwarz-rote Koalition in der Vertrauenskrise. Parteiinterne Spannungen und öffentlich ausgetragene Differenzen zwischen Union und SPD prägen das Bild, die Zustimmungswerte sinken. Zudem zeigen aktuelle Umfragen: Immer weniger Bürgerinnen und Bürger glauben an die Fähigkeit der Parteien gemeinsame Lösungen für drängende politische Probleme zu finden. „Das Problem der Politik ist nicht die Lüge, sondern das falsche Versprechen“, sagt der Schriftsteller und Jurist Ferdinand von Schirach. Caren Miosga diskutiert mit ihren Gästen, warum immer weniger Menschen Vertrauen in die Politik haben, wie stark soziale Medien die öffentlichen Debatten beeinflussen und wie Politik wieder handlungsfähiger werden kann.

Eczema, allergies, autoimmunity, picky eating, and attention, learning and behavioural challenges seem par for the course for kids nowadays. If you struggle with any of these with your children, know you are far from alone. But perhaps even more reassuring is that even if this is your current reality, it doesn't have to continue to be. In this episode of Wild and Well, I'm joined by certified GAPS coach Emma Goodwin, for an eye-opening conversation about gut health, picky eating, and the deep connection between food and our physical and emotional wellness. For parents navigating challenges like ADHD, allergies, picky eating, or behavioural and health challenges in their kids, this episode offers a thoughtful look at what might be going on beneath the surface. Emma and I chat about: What GAPS (Gut and Psychology Syndrome) is and how it supports the body and brain How gut health impacts mood, behavior, attention, learning, health and more Why picky eating, eczema, and behavioral challenges are gut-related How to replenish minerals and why so many of us are depleted Why food should be our supplements The signs the body gives us when we are something's off Why meat stock and protein are foundational for healing Why real, lasting change starts with empowered parents – and how the whole family can benefit from a GAPS approach Simple, nourishing meal ideas even picky eaters can enjoy Emma Goodwin is a certified GAPS (Gut and Psychology Syndrome) Coach whose personal journey through chronic health struggles, family illness, and motherhood led her to discover the healing power of food. After finding life-changing answers in Dr. Natasha Campbell-McBride's book Gut and Psychology Syndrome, Emma transformed her family's health and now helps others do the same. Trained directly by Dr. Natasha, Emma combines lived experience with expert guidance to support families navigating ADHD, eczema, allergies, behavioural challenges, and more – through nourishing, gut-healing food. She believes deeply in the body's ability to heal. Episode Links: Connect with Emma on Instagram Check out Timeless Cookery Join the Timeless Cookery Club Read Bagel Goggles Read Gut and Psychology Syndrome by Dr Natasha Campbell-McBride Come say hello to me over on Instagram Read The Motherhood Reset and Nourished Mama Read my Picky Eating Guide

Gut ein Jahr hat es gedauert, die Stelle neu zu besetzen, nun hat Mecklenburg-Vorpommern endlich wieder eine "Fachreferentin für Niederdeutsch". Die Lehrerin Ramona Mix aus Gadebusch kümmert sich um alles, was in Sachen Plattdeutsch so an den Schulen im Land wichtig ist Unterricht, Abitur, Referendare, Wettbewerbe ... Und natürlich unterrichtet sie auch selbst Platt Heike Mayer hat Ramona Mix und ihre Schüler für die Klönkist in Gadebusch besucht.

Can't get enough FUNC YOU UP!? Follow @michellemiller_msacn, @kbova_nutrition, and @physiologicnyc for more functional nutrition and health. In the meantime, leave us a review on iTunes, follow us on Spotify and share! FUNC YOU UP! is a Physio Logic wellness podcast covering the best in wellness, nutrition, and functional medicine in twenty minutes or less with hosts Michelle Miller, Functional Nutritionist, and Kendra Bova, Functional Medicine Registered Dietitian. https://physiologicnyc.com/func-you-up-podcast #IntegrativeNutrition #FunctionalMedicine #Inflammation

In this episode, I welcome back Kimberley Gallagher; Feng Shui expert and author of 'The Calm and Happy Home'. We discuss the transformative power of Feng Shui, practical tips for enhancing home energy, and how to create calming spaces, especially for children and neurodiverse individuals. Kimberley shares insights on wealth energy, the importance of decluttering, and how to navigate life transitions through intentional home changes. The conversation emphasises the relationship between our living spaces and our emotional well-being, encouraging you to create an environment that supports your personal growth and happiness! She even inspired me to GUT my entire house... I threw out 9 bin bags!!Follow Kimberley here:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thefengshuiflow/Her New Book - https://amzn.to/3LpX6oOI hope that you enjoy this episode, please feel free to leave a comment or a review wherever you're listening from. Podcasting is free so this really does help me out!Don't forget to use the exclusive podcast discount code “PODCAST” for 10% off at cannycrystals.co.uk or cannycrystalsacademy.co.uk!LIMITLESS - GET MY NEW BOOK HERE!Canny Crystals LinksPlease rate, review and subscribe to, this Podcast.Don't forget to visit the websitewww.cannycrystals.co.ukwww.tiktok.com/@cannycrystalswww.instagram.com/cannycrystalswww.instagram.com/marttweedyKeywords: Feng Shui, home energy, Kimberly Gallagher, The Calm and Happy Home, interior design, neurodiversity, wealth energy, decluttering, calming spaces, life transitions, manifestation, happiness Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Are fermented foods the missing link in our health, or just the latest wellness trend?  In this episode, Professor Tim Spector, a world-leading scientist in gut health and co-founder of ZOE, challenges what we think we know about yogurt, cheese, kombucha, and more. Tim uncovers why milk and cheese aren't the same in your body - and the surprising science showing cheese might not be the heart villain it was once made out to be. He also shares emerging evidence that fermented foods could influence inflammation, immunity, metabolism, and even mood, often in a matter of weeks. From a groundbreaking Stanford study to insights from ZOE's research on 9,000 people, this episode reveals why fermented foods are more powerful, and more misunderstood, than most of us realise. Tim breaks down the easiest ways to actually eat more fermented foods without overhauling your life. By the end, you'll be questioning what's in your fridge - and wondering if one tiny daily habit could do far more than you'd ever expect. Unwrap the truth about your food

If Martha Stewart and Nancy Meyers had a baby with Wi-Fi, it would be Kenzie Elizabeth. She launched her YouTube channel at sixteen, turned hobbies into businesses (needlepoint! dinner parties! book club!), and built a home brand, Friend of Mine. Kenzie shares: How she became “all walk, no talk”: buying a house at 24, moving states, learning power tools, and deciding fast. Gut vs. anxiety: the practice she uses to hear her own voice over everyone else’s. The moment she realized she was people-pleasing in business—and shut down a brand to start Friend of Mine.Monetizing hobbies without losing joy: needlepoint canvases, hosting, gardening, reading, and more. Why she loves the internet (and doesn’t want to disappear when things get hard). Faith ≠ church: keeping a spiritual life while her relationship with religion evolves. Grief, friendship breakups, and who actually shows up. Gen Z x millennial hot takes: boundaries, therapy-speak, and the loneliness epidemic. Hosting 101: the “lazy girl” theme hack, real hostess gifts, and why a curated guest list is kindness. Nashville “signs,” answered prayers, and choosing ease when it appears. The business side: freelancers, fulfillment, and the surprising truth about who buys first. Podcast nerdery: best traits in a guest, overused phrases, and quick-fire hosting favorites. Follow Kenzie on TikTok + Instagram + Youtube Check out Friend of Mine and House Guest Podcast Book Recommendation: The Gap and the Gain by Dan SullivanSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After over a decade of hosting the Optimize Paleo Podcast, Dr. of Holistic Nutrition, Autumn Smith is taking the next big step — welcome to ReThink Health. This is where science meets real life — and where we go beyond paleo to explore what truly creates vibrant health in the modern world. In this next evolution, we'll dive deeper into: -Gut health and the microbiome — how to restore and protect your inner ecosystem -Intermittent fasting, circadian rhythm, and metabolic flexibility — practical tools to enhance energy and longevity -The most nutrient-dense foods on the planet and how to build your perfect diet -Eating psychology and mindset — using pleasure, awareness, and nervous system balance to transform your relationship with food -Functional medicine and fasting science, cutting-edge nutrition research, and stories from thought leaders redefining well-being -Regenerative agriculture and sustainable farming After 10+ years Dr. Smith is expanding the conversation — from audio to video, from Paleo to Rethink Health — now on iTunes, Spotify, and YouTube. We're celebrating the launch with a special giveaway! Enter for a chance to win our favorite Paleovalley health bundle — featuring nutrient-dense essentials! Simply subscribe to Dr. Autumn's You Tube Channel and introduce yourself on the Welcome Video (What Happens If You Change Just One Habit?). Let us know how long you've been listening and what you are excited to learn. Dr. Autumn will pick up to 3 winners! Giveaway Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dDjIng3QVzg&t=43s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@autumnsmithdr Instagram: www.instagram.com/drautumnsmith  

Join host Lisa as she chats with Dr. Elizabeth Harris from Brain Health and Biofeedback about her journey from traditional medicine to holistic brain health. Discover links between dental health and wellness, treatments like plasmalogens and CO2 optimisation, and advanced tech such as CVAC and NeuroField. Perfect for those battling post-concussion syndrome, long COVID, POTS, Thyroid, Gut problems or chronic health issues, plus plans for New Zealand clinics! Connect with Dr. Harris: Website: Brain Health and Biofeedback For more episodes like this one with Dr. Harris's check out these episodes: Dr. Mark Gordon - Hormones, Brain Injuries, And Neuroinflammation Dr. Dale Bredesen - How to Prevent and Reverse Alzheimers & Neurodegeneration  

Heart disease is still the leading cause of death, yet most people never learn about the tests that actually reveal their true risk. In this episode of the Medical Disruptor, I explain why your genetics are not your destiny, why traditional cholesterol panels often miss the full picture, and how modern testing can show what is really happening inside your arteries. My goal in this episode is to help you understand your true risk, build a prevention-focused care team, and take back control with information that is rooted in evidence, not fear. If you've ever been told your labs are “normal” but still want deeper answers, this episode gives you the modern roadmap for protecting your heart. Looking to schedule a consultation with Dr. E? Book here: drefratlamandre.com/consult Check us out on social media: drefratlamandre.com/instagram drefratlamandre.com/facebook drefratlamandre.com/tiktok #functionalmedicine #drefratlamandre #medicaldisruptor #NPwithaPHD #nursepractitioner #medicalgaslighting Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:43 Why traditional heart-disease testing is incomplete 03:12 Genetics vs environment: what really drives risk 06:55 Cholesterol myths & particle number explained 13:28 ApoB, Lp(a), LDL-P: the tests that matter 19:45 Inflammation, insulin resistance & metabolic fire 25:30 Gut–heart connection: what the microbiome reveals 29:55 How to build your heart-health team 33:22 Four habits that lower risk by up to 80% 36:44 Final takeaway: prevention you can start today Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Sanda Moldovan and Lisa Smith delve into the intricate relationship between hormones, gut health, and overall wellness. They explore Lisa's personal journey into functional medicine, the complexities of autoimmune diseases like Hashimoto's, and the critical role of nutrition and stress management in maintaining hormonal balance. The discussion also highlights practical strategies for addressing leaky gut and candida overgrowth, emphasizing the importance of personalized approaches to health. Want to see more of The Holistic Dentistry Show? Watch our episodes on YouTube! Do you have a mouth- or body-related question for Dr. Sanda? Send her a message on Instagram! Remember, you're not healthy until your mouth is healthy. So take care of it in the most natural way.    Key Takeaways: (00:00) Introduction to Hormonal Health and Functional Medicine (02:48) Lisa's Personal Journey into Functional Medicine (05:49) Understanding Hashimoto's and Its Impact (09:07) The Three-Legged Stool of Autoimmunity (11:54) Leaky Gut: Causes and Treatments (14:54) Mind-Body Connection and Stress Management (18:03) Nutrition's Role in Gut Health (22:09) Candida Overgrowth and Its Management (26:09) Hormonal Shifts and Gut Dysbiosis (29:57) Testing for Hormonal and Gut Health (32:58) Practical Tips for Gut and Hormonal Balance Guest Info Listen to Lisa's podcast: Pretty Well https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pretty-well-anti-aging-beauty-balanced-hormones-inflammation/id1633253409   Find her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prettywell_podcast/?hl=en   Connect With Us:  AskDrSanda | YouTube BeverlyHillsDentalHealth.com | Instagram  DrSandaMoldovan.com | Instagram  Orasana.com | Instagram

Was Hund und Katze in den ersten Wochen erleben, prägt sie ein Leben lang. Vielfältige Umwelteindrücke sowie früher Kontakt zu Tier und Mensch machen sie zutraulich. Fehlt das, bleibt oft Angst und fehlendes Vertrauen. Darum: früh Vertrauen schaffen und Augen auf beim Tierkauf. Tierliebe per Mausklick Immer mehr Menschen kaufen ihren Hund oder ihre Katze per Mausklick im Internet. Doch die süss präsentierten Welpen und Kätzchen stammen oft aus dem Ausland, gezüchtet unter tierschutzwidrigen Bedingungen: Oft werden die Tiere viel zu früh von ihren Müttern getrennt, sind krank und kaum sozialisiert. Die Folgen: hohe Tierarztkosten und Verhaltensprobleme – eine Belastung für die Beziehung zwischen Mensch und Tier. Sozialisierung – Das A und O für ein glückliches Tierleben Was Hunde und Katzen in den ersten 16 Lebenswochen erleben, prägt sie für immer. Fehlt die Sozialisierung, reagieren die Tiere oft ängstlich oder aggressiv. Der frühe Kontakt zu Menschen, Geräuschen und anderen Tieren ist entscheidend für eine stabile, vertrauensvolle Beziehung zwischen Menschen und Tieren. Ein Hund oder eine Katze zieht ein Ob jung oder schon älter – ein neues Haustier stellt das Leben seiner Besitzenden auf den Kopf. Jedes Tier bringt seinen eigenen Charakter mit. «Einstein» begleitet eine frischgebackene Dackelbesitzerin über ein halbes Jahr und zeigt die Höhen und Herausforderungen im Alltag mit dem lebhaften Welpen. Eine Maine-Coon Züchterin zeigt: Gut sozialisierte Kätzchen entwickeln eine enge Bindung zum Menschen – das erleichtert das Zusammenleben von Anfang an. Nie gelerntes Vertrauen Dobby stammt aus dem Auslandstierschutz und hatte eine schwierige Jugend. Die mangelnde Sozialisierung macht ihn ängstlich – besonders gegenüber Männern. «Einstein» zeigt, wie aufwendig es ist, nie gelerntes Vertrauen aufzubauen. Kann Dobby lernen, fremden Menschen wieder zu vertrauen?

Das Ehepaar Maurice und Maralyn Bailey bricht 1973 zu einem neuen Leben auf. Auf den ersten Blick wirken sie nicht wie Abenteurer oder Weltumsegler – sie leben in einem hübschen Reihenhaus, haben sichere Behördenjobs und führen ein gewöhnliches Vorstadtleben in einer kleinen englischen Stadt. Doch im Herzen waren sie schon immer auf der Suche nach mehr. Sie verkaufen ihr gesamtes Hab und Gut, lassen ein Segelboot bauen und stechen zu zweit in See – auf zum Abenteuer ihres Lebens. Ihr Ziel: einmal um die halbe Welt, bis nach Neuseeland. Doch mitten auf dem Pazifik geschieht das Unvorstellbare: Ein Wal rammt ihr Boot. Innerhalb weniger Minuten versinkt ihr Zuhause in den Wellen. Was folgt, ist ein Überlebenskampf auf offener See – ohne Funk, ohne Segel, ohne Hilfe. In dieser Folge erzählen wir die wahre Geschichte eines Paares, das alles verliert und trotzdem nicht aufgibt. Und wir fragen uns: Wie kann eine Ehe eine Zerreißprobe zwischen Leben und Tod überstehen? Eine Produktion von Auf Ex Productions. Hosts: Leonie Bartsch & Linn Schütze Recherche: Miriam Aberkane Redaktion: Antonia Fischer Produktion: Lorenz Schütze Expertin: Franca Cerutti Quellen (Auswahl) Buch "118 Days Adrift" von Maurice und Maralyn Bailey Buch "Maurice und Maralyn" von Sophie Elmhorst [Dokumentation](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q3pi-HrNIuA) Artikel [Wavetrain](https://wavetrain.net/2025/08/08/maurice-and-maralyn-bailey-a-marriage-finely-tempered-in-the-misery-of-a-survival-drift/) Hintergrundinformationen, Bilder und Videos findet ihr auf unserem Instagram- oder TikTok-Kanal @true.lovepodcast. Oder auf unseren privaten Profilen @leonie_bartsch und @linnschuetze. Wir würden uns riesig freuen, wenn ihr den Podcast bewertet und teilt. Haben euch lieb & bis in zwei Wochen! Du möchtest mehr über unsere Werbepartner erfahren? Hier findest du alle Infos & Rabatte!: https://linktr.ee/truelove_podcast Du möchtest Werbung in diesem Podcast schalten? Dann erfahre hier mehr über die Werbemöglichkeiten bei Seven.One Audio: https://www.seven.one/portfolio/sevenone-audio

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ADHD isn't always what it seems - your gut can hijack your brain, causing ADHD symptoms, leading to a false diagnosis.  This is a conversation that another podcast refused to air because they were afraid their audience was "too sensitive". I'm going to show you the controverstial but crucial truth: inflammation, toxins, and gut dysfunction can mimic ADHD symptoms so precisely that millions may be misdiagnosed and given medication they never needed. It happened to me and it might be happening to you. I'm going to show you how to heal your gut and your brain, to reduce or fully reverse your ADHD-like symptoms.   TOPICS DISCUSSED: How an uhealthy gut can inflame your brain and mimic ADHD misdiagnosing ADHD The root causes of ADHD and its symptoms The myth about genetics and ADHD The gut-brain axis and connection (bacteria, parasites, fungus, toxins, and more) How you gut makes important brain chemicals like dopamine and serotonin Gut inflammation causing brain inflammation How to reclaim your brain and your focus naturally   Leave us a Review: https://www.reversablepod.com/review   Need help with your gut? Visit my website gutsolution.ca to join a program: Get help now   Contact us: reversablepod.com/tips    FIND ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram  Facebook  YouTube

In this episode, Dr. Rena Malik, MD is joined by Dr. Will Bulshowitz to explore the intricate connections between gut health and sexual function. Together, they discuss how factors like metabolism, inflammation, and gut microbes impact erectile dysfunction and hormonal balance, as well as address the effects of substances such as alcohol and marijuana on gut health. The conversation also covers practical tips for healthy toileting habits, safe anal sex practices, and the importance of communication and gradual adaptation for comfort and well-being. Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content: renamalik.supercast.com Schedule an appointment with me: https://www.renamalikmd.com/appointments ▶️Chapters: 00:00:00 Gut health and sexual function00:01:05 Inflammation and erectile dysfunction00:01:29 Pandemic impact on sexual health00:02:05 Psychological effects and gut-brain connection00:03:05 Gut microbes and hormones00:04:38 Supplements and testosterone00:06:40 Alcohol, marijuana, and gut health00:10:38 Toilet habits and hemorrhoids00:12:20 Bidet vs. wipes00:13:44 Anal sex health tips Stay connected with Will Bulsiewicz on social media for daily insights and updates. Don't miss out—follow him now and check out these links! INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/theguthealthmd/ FACEBOOK - https://www.facebook.com/theguthealthmd/ 38TERA - https://38tera.com/ The Plant Fed Gut - https://theplantfedgut.com/ Let's Connect!: WEBSITE: http://www.renamalikmd.com YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@RenaMalikMD INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/RenaMalikMD TWITTER: http://twitter.com/RenaMalikMD FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/RenaMalikMD/ LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/renadmalik PINTEREST: https://www.pinterest.com/renamalikmd/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/RenaMalikMD ------------------------------------------------------ DISCLAIMER: This podcast is purely educational and does not constitute medical advice. The content of this podcast is my personal opinion, and not that of my employer(s). Use of this information is at your own risk. Rena Malik, M.D. will not assume any liability for any direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of information contained in this podcast including but not limited to economic loss, injury, illness or death. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if the symptoms you're trying to fix, fatigue, bloating, anxiety, weight change, are really your body's way of asking you to listen? Today on Rooted in Wellness, me and my guest Dr. GuyCitrin, explore the intricate connection between the gut, hormones, and nervous system, and how inflammation and stress create the “stuck” feeling so many women describe. This is the bridge we love on this show: modern functional medicine meeting ancient wisdom in a way that feels empowering, not overwhelming. In this conversation, we dive into why gut health must come before hormone therapy, how nervous system regulation transforms digestion, and why true detoxification isn't a cleanse, it's a reconnection to your body's natural rhythm. We also discuss peptides, NAD, and regeneration through a balanced, grounded lens. Dr. Guy Citrin is a board-certified naturopathic doctor and founder of Citrin Wellness and EndoAxis, where he helps patients restore vitality through integrative gut and hormone optimization. He blends evidence-based functional medicine with the wisdom of Ayurveda and emotional healing to guide people toward true regeneration. What's Discussed: (00:00) Reclaiming Your Health: What Wellness Really Means (05:58) The Gut is the Gateway: Where Real Healing Begins (16:15) How Gut Health Shapes Every Hormone in Your Body (24:34) Decoding Female Hormones: What Balance Actually Looks Like (31:26) PCOS Is Not One Thing: Understanding the Real Root Causes (42:30) Your Nervous System on Fire: The Hidden Cost of Inflammation (47:03) Stress, Digestion, and the Body's Cry for Safety (51:13) Detox Without Deprivation: Supporting the Body's Natural Rhythm (01:04:16) Learning to Trust Your Body Again (01:08:36) The Peptide Conversation: When Modern Science Meets Healing (01:14:00) NAD, Regeneration, and the Future of Cellular Repair (01:21:40) Creating a Whole-Body Ecosystem for Lasting Wellness Learn more about Mona Sharma: Download Your FREE Guide - 12 Wellness Tips to Unlock Your Best Health Now: Ready to reclaim your vitality? Download Mona's 12 Wellness Tips and take actionable steps to transform your health, energy, and mindset. Get started now at https://monasharma.com/12tips.  Visit Mona's website: https://monasharma.com – Unlock powerful tools and wisdom rooted in wellness to elevate your health, energy, and clarity. Mona blends ancient healing practices with modern science to help you achieve lasting transformation. Follow Mona on Instagram: Stay connected with Mona for daily inspiration, holistic health tips, and personal growth. Join the conversation on Instagram at https://instagram.com/monasharma. Learn more about Dr. Guy Citrin: Website: https://www.doctorguy.com/ Clinic: https://citrinwellness.com/ Instagram: @askdrguy

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Subscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@DrTazMD/podcastsWhat Is PCOS in Women, How It's Diagnosed? PCOS is not just a gynecology label, it is a whole-body syndrome that is widely missed in the exam room. In this episode, Dr. Taz explains why nearly seventy percent of women go undiagnosed, how PCOS often begins in the prenatal environment, and why it behaves like a metabolic and autoimmune condition. You will learn the signs most people overlook, the labs that actually matter, and a step-by-step plan that starts with the gut, supports the liver, balances blood sugar, and calms cortisol so real healing can begin.Dr. Taz shares: • Why the old Rotterdam criteria miss metabolic, inflammatory, and immune drivers • How prenatal hormones, medications, and toxins can program PCOS risk • The role of hyperandrogenism in insulin resistance, inflammation, acne, and hair loss • Why PCOS looks different by life stage and race, and what that means for care • The exact labs to request: DHT, AMH, free and total testosterone, DHEAS, 17-OHP, fasting insulin, lipids, CRP and more • A holistic protocol that begins with gut repair and liver support, then adds androgen and metabolic tools • How daily stress and the cortisol hum keep PCOS active, and practical ways to turn it downWhether you feel off but cannot explain why, are chasing a diagnosis, or want a long term plan for energy, fertility, and hormone balance, this episode gives you a clear roadmap to understand PCOS and take action.Connect further to Hol+ at https://holplus.co/- Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on future episodes of hol+.Get your copy of The Hormone Shift: Balance Your Body and Thrive Through Midlife and MenopauseStay ConnectedSubscribe to the audio podcast: https://holplus.transistor.fm/subscribeSubscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@DrTazMD/podcastsFollow Dr. Taz on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/drtazmd/https://www.instagram.com/liveholplus/Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/@drtazmdTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drtazmdFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/drtazmd/Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on future episodes of hol+Chapters 00:00 The PCOS epidemic and misdiagnosis 00:27 Dr. Taz's PCOS story 03:06 Why old criteria fall short 05:09 PCOS as metabolic and autoimmune 08:20 Why PCOS rates are rising 09:14 Prenatal and medication influences 11:05 Childhood and teen clues 15:44 Symptom checklist you can spot 18:42 Eastern medicine patterns to notice 20:32 What to test for PCOS 23:56 How presentation varies by race 30:03 Building a holistic plan 33:37 Gut and liver first 35:16 Androgen, metabolic, and inflammation tools 37:30 Managing cortisol and stress 39:13 Long term roadmap and next steps

The microbiome continues to be viewed as a cornerstone of health, whether we are discussing the gastrointestinal tract, cardiovascular risk, immune dysfunction, and even cognitive health. One major contributions of the microbiome to our global health is in the production of short-chain fatty acids. Primary among these products is a compound known as n-butyrate. N-butyrate has profound roles, not only in our gut, but throughout our entire body. What are all the impacts of n-butyrate, and how do we foster an adequate supply of it? These are but some of the questions we discuss on today’s Lab Report. In this episode, we continue our spree on the importance of gut health. We cover food sources that are important for microbiome health, particularly for fermentation of short-chain fatty acids. We also cover how butyrate impacts the gut, the immune system, and much more. With all the profound roles of n-butyrate, it begs the question: is it the greatest of all the things made by our microbiome? Today on The Lab Report: 5:30 Gut microbiome production of SCFA’s (short-chain fatty acids) 6:30 Food sources of n-butyrate 8:00 Let’s Google It: The entomology of ‘butyrate’ 9:00 Butyrogenic species: What bacteria produce butyrate? 10:45 How butyrate is used throughout the body 13:00 Logical Speculation: n-butyrate, autoimmunity, and fiber 15:45 The gut-brain axis and appetite are influenced by butyrate 20:30 Skeletal muscle also responds to butyrate 23:30 Foods to eat to promote butyrate 26:00 N-Butyrate supplementation: mixed studies? Additional Resources: GI Effects Stool Profile Microbiomix Subscribe, Rate, & Review The Lab Report Thanks for tuning in to this week’s episode of The Lab Report, presented by Genova Diagnostics, with your hosts Michael Chapman and Patti Devers. If you enjoyed this episode, please hit the subscribe button and give us a rating or leave a review. Don’t forget to visit our website, like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Email Patti and Michael with your most interesting and pressing questions on functional medicine: podcast@gdx.net. And, be sure to share your favorite Lab Report episodes with your friends and colleagues on social media to help others learn more about Genova and all things related to functional medicine and specialty lab testing. To find a qualified healthcare provider to connect you with Genova testing, or to access select products directly yourself, visit Genova Connect. Disclaimer: The content and information shared in The Lab Report is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in The Lab Report represent the opinions and views of Michael Chapman and Patti Devers and their guests.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Let's talk about that mysterious, relentless bloating that seems to appear (or worsen) as we step into midlife. If you feel like your jeans fit differently by the end of the day, or you're suddenly experiencing tummy troubles you never had before, you're not alone – and you're not imagining things. Hormonal shifts during perimenopause don't just mess with our moods or energy levels—they can have a huge impact on our gut. Our estrogen, progesterone, and even thyroid hormones all play critical roles in gut function. When those hormones start to fluctuate, the gut can become more sensitive, digestion can slow down, and inflammation levels can rise.  Bloating is your body's way of asking for detective work. Maybe it's a case of poor transit time, low stomach acid, SIBO, or certain bacteria (hello methane or hydrogen sulfide producers!) making themselves at home. That's why it's so important to get personalized testing and work with someone who truly understands the microbiome—not one-size-fits-all protocols or quick fixes that can do more harm than good. In this episode:  How Your Hormones Mess With Your Gut: Learn how shifts in estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, and thyroid can trigger bloating and impact digestion. Transit Time Matters: Find out why pooping daily isn't enough—you need to understand your transit time for true gut health. Thyroid's Surprising Role: Get the scoop on how sluggish thyroid function can slow things down and lead to major bloating (and exactly which labs to ask your doctor for!). Enzyme & Stomach Acid Secrets: Discover Tara's favorite enzyme supplement, plus the critical role of stomach acid (and how to spot signs of deficiency). Testing, Not Guessing: Why stool testing is THE gold standard for uncovering the real root of your bloating—and how to choose the right practitioner.   Watch on Youtube HERE.    ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- **BLACK FRIDAY SALE** Save up to $400 on a TPS Quick Start testing package. (Our lowest prices ever offered outside of TPS!)Click HERE to learn more. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------   You may also want to check out these episodes: EPS 111: Gut health IS health. How many approach gut health incorrectly & why the right testing matters with Dr. Jason Hawrelak. EPS 112: Why we stopped using the GI MAP in my practice & how we are approaching gut testing these days    Mentioned in this episode: HRT Made Simple™ - Learn how to confidently speak to your doctor about the benefits of hormone replacement therapy so you can set yourself up for symptom-free, unmedicated years to come without feeling confused, dismissed, or leaving the medical office minus your HRT script. Hair Loss Solutions Made Simple™ – This course will teach you the best natural, highly effective, and safe solutions for your hair loss so you can stop it, reverse it, and regrow healthy hair without turning to medications. The Perimenopause Solution™ – My signature 6-month comprehensive hormonal health program for women in midlife who want to get solid answers to their hormonal health issues once and for all so they can kick the weight gain, moodiness, gut problems, skin issues, period problems, fatigue, overwhelm, insomnia, hair/eyebrow loss, and other symptoms in order to get back to the woman they once were. [FREE] The Ultimate Midlife Perimenopause Handbook - Grab my free guide and RECLAIM your confidence, your mood, your waistline and energy without turning to medications or restrictive diets (or spending a fortune on testing you don't need!).   [BOOK A 30-MINUTE SESSION WITH TARA HERE]  

Send us a textWelcome to Alternative Dog Moms - a podcast about what's happening in the fresh food community and the pet industry.   Kimberly Gauthier is the blogger behind Keep the Tail Wagging, and Erin Scott is the host of the Believe in Dog podcast.CHAPTERS:Peter's background and how his dog, Allie, changed his life (1:42)Keeping the Allie's Crew Facebook Group a positive place for pet parents and some of the negative experiences in other Facebook Groups (2:38)Some of the health and behavioral challenges Peter faced with Allie (7:39)After losing Allie, how is Peter finding balance and navigating life with his new dog, Tucker? (9:45)Information overwhelm and how Peter's life has changed since losing Allie (15:55)Peter's work with Pet Parents, self-care, and boundaries (18:28)The importance of building a network of supportive Pet Parents on social media and/or IRL (22:47)How Peter started working with Dr. Margo Roman, the microbiome and poop (33:10)Gut health and diversifying our dog's diets and supplements (40:22)Kibble, budget constraints, and meeting Pet Parents where they're at (47:22)Continually learning and navigating our own emotions when our dog gets a cancer diagnosis (58:34)LINKS DISCUSSED:Allie's Crew on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/724785157871642)AHVMA to find a holistic vet (https://www.ahvma.org/)King Harvest (https://kingharvest.org/)Dr. Margo Roman's Microbiome Restorative Therapy (https://microbiomerestorativetherapy.com/)Peter on the Believe in Dog Podcast(https://believeindogpodcast.com/episodes-1/episode-23-peter-ciancarelli-of-allies-canine-crew)SOCIAL MEDIA:Facebook.com/BelieveInDogPodcastInstagram.com/RawFeederLifeInstagram.com/Erin_the_Dog_MomNewsLetter/RawFeederLifeThanks for listening to our podcast. You can learn more about Erin Scott's first podcast at BelieveInDogPodcast.com. And you can learn more about raw feeding, raising dogs naturally, and Kimberly's dogs at KeepTheTailWagging.com. And don't forget to subscribe to The Alternative Dog Moms.

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We're talking about toxicity today.I've been seeing several cases lately where toxicity plays a role, so I thought it was time to revisit the topic. In episode 53, I covered the definition of toxicity and what it means for your horse, so you can go back and listen to it after this episode for more details. Stay tuned as I share the signs to look out for.Understanding Toxicity in HorsesToxicity in horses often develops slowly and subtly through accumulated exposure to feed contaminants, environmental chemicals, medications, or poor-quality diets. Unlike sudden poisoning, this buildup can take years to show outwardly. Younger horses may appear healthy despite ongoing exposure, but as they age, resilience drops and health issues surface, usually from around age 12 onward.Early Warning SignsSubtle behavioral and physical changes often signal toxicity. These can include fatigue, dull eyes, reduced social engagement, depression, or anxiety. Appetite changes are also key clues- horses that suddenly become picky or disinterested in food may be reacting to gut irritation or inflammation. Paying attention to these small shifts helps catch toxicity before it escalates.Behavior and the Nervous SystemToxicity can impact the nervous system, leading to high anxiety and nervousness. While horsemanship helps build horses' confidence, chronic anxiety can point to underlying health issues or an internal imbalance. Ulcers and overactive immunity often accompany this state, as pain and inflammation trigger more stress in a self-perpetuating cycle.Inflammation Inflammation is one of the most common consequences of toxicity. It often presents as laminitis or joint stiffness, even when blood work looks normal. Laminitis is particularly revealing as hoof tissues react early to systemic inflammation. Many arthritic horses may actually be struggling with toxic buildup rather than structural degeneration, and they often improve after detoxification.The LiverThe liver detoxifies all chemicals entering the body, but chronic overload eventually leads to fatigue and dysfunction. As detoxification slows, toxins accumulate, affecting hormone balance, immune strength, and overall vitality. So, even when liver enzymes appear normal, the liver may still be under strain.The Gut–Toxicity ConnectionGut health is often the first to suffer. Long-term exposure to irritants, sugars, or intolerant feeds leads to inflammation, leaky gut, and cecal acidosis. A damaged intestinal lining allows toxins to circulate through the body, causing hives, laminitis, or chronic infections. Gut inflammation also prevents nutrient absorption.Nutrient DeficiencyToxicity compounds over time. Horses with chronic gut irritation or sugar-heavy diets often experience nutrient depletion because their inflamed intestines cannot absorb key minerals and vitamins. Common Physical SignsVisible indicators include dull or coarse coats, cracking or separating hooves, weepy eyes (often linked to liver dysfunction), nasal discharge, and reduced energy. These may seem mild or age-related, but they could reflect systemic imbalance from long-term toxicity.Reversing the EffectsImprovement begins with removing toxins from feed, water, and the environment. Cleaning up the diet allows the liver, kidneys, and gut to recover. Even older horses can regain their vitality after reducing their toxicity and with good nutrition.Long-Term PreventionReducing toxicity is one of the most effective ways to prevent disease. By being mindful of feed quality, ingredient lists, and exposure sources, owners can dramatically improve their horses' health spans and overall...

At $1.2M, everything stopped working.Landscape company Downer Brothers could add more crews, more equipment, and watch revenue grow. Until they couldn't. Profit tanked. Hours piled up. Same money.Nicole Downer had to reposition her entire business to break through to $10M. Generalists became specialists. Gut-feel decisions became data-driven. And the hardest part? Helping longtime team members let go of roles that defined them so they could become experts at one thing.She calls it "ghost org charting" - imagining what the company looks like at $10M, then working backward to reposition today. It forces hard conversations. Especially with people you care about.This is what repositioning for growth actually costs. Not just new messaging. Your entire operation and your people have to transform alongside the business.-Find gaps in your brand health and performance in 5 minutes with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Brand Health Audit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.-02:22 Navigating Business Growth05:23 Specialization vs. Generalization10:11 Implementing Systems for Scaling22:43 Avoiding Shiny Object Syndrome28:16 Supporting Teams and Building Relationships34:03 Adapting to Market Trends42:34 Balancing Technology and Human Connection51:03 Valuing Employees and Long-Term Commitment-5 episodes to binge on:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The no bullshit strategy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with Alex Smith⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Brand strategy in action⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with Cam Varner⁠⁠Your Business Might Be Unsellable⁠⁠ with Allie Beckmann and Alexandria SeydelRepositioning Without Losing Customers with Amy Heidersbach & Melissa Eaton⁠⁠The Crisis Management Playbook⁠⁠ with Oliver Aust and Gordon Firemark⁠-Reach out to guest speaker | Nicole Downer: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedInFollow Beatrice Gutknecht:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Your Podcast Sidekick

The Time Riders: Part 3 What happens when you mix clock-block with priapism? Based on a post by BiscuitHammer, in 16 parts. Listen to the Podcast at Explicit Novels. Ain't Nobody Got Time For That Shit! Mark and Becky sat in the small cottage, looking around in wonder. They were still in Seventeenth Century France, but found themselves surrounded by technologies that they hadn't even heard of. The walls were lined with clocks, some of which were mechanical, some seemed to be digital or binary, while others told time in ways they couldn't fathom. Sitting across from them at the stout, round oaken table, Chester Edgerton smoked a pipe and observed them casually. "How; how can you have this all out on display?" Mark asked, still gaping. "I mean, isn't it against the rules to have this sort of tech from the future lying around where the locals might bump into it?" "That's the beauty of it, my' boy," he said cheerfully, exhaling a cloud of smoke. "They can't see it." "Well, I get it if you try to restrict entry to your house," Mark pressed, wanting to understand. "But what if you're gone and bandits break in? Becks and I can account for banditry in this day and age, for sure." "Mayhap," the man replied. "But I brought you through the door that leads to my actual house. The front door, the one the local peasantry sees, leads into a simple cottage, typical of the period, and owned by a pudgy man of indeterminate nationality." "Your; house is in two places at once?" Mark asked, trying to understand. "No, it's the same place," Chester answered simply. "Two different times, however. We're sitting in my actual abode, Twenty-First Century." Mark shook his head. "That's some weird Tardis shit right there." "Only at first." Chester allowed. "I notice you have all your windows shut," Becky remarked. "You said we're in the Twenty-First Century, but I take from further ahead than Mark and I are from, so you're not showing us?" "Clever girl," mused the man, smiling. "While I won't absolutely stop you from looking or even going outside, I would warn you that if you do and see something you don't like, you're committing yourself to that future, no matter how hard you try to undo it." "We'll stay put then," she said readily. "You were kind enough to bring us here and sort of explain how we might acquire goods in the time stream?" He nodded. "I know it might seem counter-intuitive, but the simple fact of the matter is that if people are going to insist on time travelling, the least they can do is be well-prepared for it so they don't hurt themselves or others." He leaned forward. "The first question you need to ask yourself is, why are you so intent on time-travelling to begin with? Is it simple curiosity? Are you planning to make a living somehow? Are you just trying to get laid?" He looked at Mark during this last question and the young man blushed, while Becky giggled and patted his hand. "Mark was a dud in Physics in his last year of high school," she explained. "Come to think of it, he was in little or no danger of getting into any post-secondary education facility." "Thanks." Mark muttered. "But, then he found his time machine, something called a Holmes Field Device, and he resolved to go back in time a few months and convince me to give him an A in Physics with the promise of earth-shaking sex." "This story sounds worse every time I hear it." Mark complained. "Fortunately, I acquiesced, rather than disemboweling him for breaking into my home, and not only did we become lovers, but now we're adventuring the time stream together." "Hmm, a teacher and a student, eh?" mused the man, smiling at them as he smoked. "Teachers and students are plentiful, of course, but they're usually from the far, far future and on very strictly-controlled excursions into the past. Hands-on history classes, if you will." "That makes history sound kinda fun." Mark said. "Oh, I daresay it is," agreed Chester. "Nothing quite as exciting as going back to the Cretaceous Period and taking a ride on the back of a trained Styracosaurus. Or watching Dromer races." "Isn't that screwing with the timeline?" Becky inquired. "I mean, humans weren't around for another sixty-three million years following the demise of the dinosaurs." "It's all very carefully regulated on remote islands," Chester explained. "It does nothing to mess with the ecosystem and the specimens are trained to interact with humans, for the most part." "Riding one of those big horned dinosaurs would be a kick." Mark mused, grinning. "You've already got a perfectly good horn I like to ride," Becky giggled, squeezing his hand again. "Besides, this is where our host tells us that it won't be possible for us any time soon." "You're a very perceptive young lady," he allowed. "We can't have just anyone mucking up the time stream, you know. It's especially difficult when people who lived before time travel was commonly accepted try to get involved. They inevitably get exposed to technologies they shouldn't be aware of, or events that weren't known during their own time;” "I'll give you a tiny example," he said, leaning forward now, as if he was confiding a secret. "Have you heard of the Tunguska Incident?" "Sure, the Tunguska region in Siberia, 1908," Becky answered, nodding. "A large meteor slammed into the ground, creating a blast equal to sixty megatons and flattening everything for nearly a hundred miles around." "No, that's what you need to think," he corrected, pointing the stem of his pipe toward them. "It was, in fact, an advanced weapon that was stolen from a future date, and before temporal agents could recover it, the thieves blew it up to cover their escape. Granted, there are people in your time who have conspiracy theories about nuclear blast, nearly forty years before the first atomic tests, but they're wrong as well. It wasn't a nuclear device, simply a weapon with an incredibly high conventional yield by your age's standards." "So; why can you tell us this now?" Becky asked. He grinned and spread out his arms in a gesture of farce. "Who would believe you?" "So how did you know that we were time travelers?" Mark asked as they followed their host and guide through the woods. "Well, I heard snippets of your conversation," Chester said as he led the way. "But to be honest, even though your outfits might pass with locals for 'reasonably authentic', you couldn't possibly hide your origins from a fellow time-traveler. Mark claimed to be Spanish, he doesn't look at all Spanish, certainly not from this era. Miss Rebecca is remarkably tall for a woman." "Well there's something I don't hear very often back home!" she giggled. "And you're both in strangely good health, with unblemished skin and full heads of hair," Chester added. "I was relatively certain, and then I heard you discussing your relative inexperience, so I sought to introduce myself." "I'd' have thought that you wouldn't introduce yourself to newbies," Mark stated, helping Becky over a log. "Isn't it safer to keep your chatter to people who know what they're doing?" "It's actually the exact opposite," replied Chester. "The best thing you can do around veteran time travelers you don't need to talk to is to not talk to them. Their timelines are probably very intricate and you don't want yours getting snarled up with them. Newbies, as you call them, probably still have linear experiences that are simple to understand and educating them about what awaits is the simplest way to keep things from getting weird." Getting up to leave the cottage, Mark asked; "So this device the time cops gave me," Mark stated, holding up his chronometer. "It's actually pretty useful then, because it warns me when I'm getting too close to myself or something I've affected." "That was very generous of them," Chester said in a serious tone. "They don't do that for just everyone who shows up suddenly in the time stream. Sometimes they let matters work themselves out, if you know what I mean." Chester's Forest Farewell.  The meadow they stepped into, had a mature lush forest further back. They reached a small clearing in the forest they'd been tromping through and stopped for a bit, sitting on a fallen tree trunk. Chester looked at them both and slapped his hands on his thighs. "Now then, I've brought you here so that you can witness a casual event that is due to happen just outside the woods. Nothing major, but it will give you a taste of what can await you. I have something to attend to and should be back in a few hours. Just stay out of sight and don't leave the tree line." "You're leaving?" Mark protested. Chester turned to look at him. "It might be that the events you will see unfold work better for me if I am nowhere near them," the man replied. "Fear not, I shall return. Enjoy yourselves." And then he walked into the woods and was gone. Mark looked around and finally sighed. "Helluva way to mentor someone," he muttered as he stood to take in a panoramic context. "Take 'em somewhere and then just fuck off? Nice." "He's not your mentor, Mark," Becky chided, sitting on a log and smiling at him. "He's a fellow time traveler who is doing you a favor. He's given you plenty of valuable information free of charge already, something I doubt he does frequently." "Well, okay," Mark allowed. "So, we just wait until we see something happen?" "No idea when that'll be, he didn't really tell us, did he?" Becky pointed out. "Yup," Mark sighed. "So, now what?" Becky tilted her head slightly as she looked at him, like there was something wrong with his brain. "Here's an idea. How about you come over here and fuck me?" Mark was so determined to be bent out of shape for having no instructions that he'd overlooked the completely obvious. He laughed and stepped forward, pulling Becky to her feet. They were holding their hands between them and staring into one another's eyes, smiling. "Now this is what time travel is all about," she purred, her eyes shining with delight. "You're going to fuck me in the woods in Louis the Sun King's France, Mark. For all we know, this is some sort of royal ground and we're trespassing. How many people can say they've done that?" "Just the lucky ones;” he replied, beginning to unfasten the clasps on her dress, freeing her chest from its confines. As the dress fell away, she was left standing on in a low-cut, blouse-like shirt and some panties, having chosen to forego the usual layers of buntlings and knickers. She bit her lip as he pulled her blouse over her head, exposing her glorious tits. Kneeling now, he slowly slid her panties down, feeling a thrill as her hairless, smooth cunt came into view. She stepped out of the tiny thong panties, letting him drink in the sight of her. Yes, he'd been with her for over a week now in France, but he never tired of seeing her beautiful body. "Your turn now, my lord." Becky whispered as she began removing his clothing, peeling away the layers until he was as naked as herself. She stood up again and moved close, her nipples gently kissing against his chest. Unable to hold back any more, Mark pulled his teacher to him and kissed her deeply, making Becky moan into his mouth. Their hands wandered over one another's now-familiar forms, seeking to stimulate, tease and pleasure. His hands found her pert ass cheeks and he squeezed them, causing her to moan again. "Hmm, can't wait to get some grass stains on this dress," she murmured, looking up into his eyes. "And maybe a few on my knees." She slowly knelt in front of Mark, kissing and nipping at his skin on the way down. His swelling phallus was in front of her face now and she licked her lips hungrily before taking gentle hold and kissing it. Mark closed his eyes and shivered, loving the feel of her lips on him. Everything about his teacher was incredible. He was just sorry it had taken so long to realize it. Becky now had the head of his cock inside her warm, wet mouth, swirling her tongue around flicking the tip of her tongue against him. She giggled as his rod throbbed and grew longer and harder. She loved how turned on he could get by her, it made her feel so primal and sexual. She then slid her mouth a little further down his shaft before pulling back, shivering in delight at the sight of his glistening skin. Mark's fingers were in her hair and flexing gently as she began to bob back and forth, taking more and more of him into her mouth. She hummed lightly, vibrating her lips around him and making him groan. Her hand rested on the shaft, pumping as it followed her lips, making a gentle twisting motion on the sensitive skin. Becky loved sucking cock, and Mark's was ridiculously perfect for her, in just about every possible way. She hoped that wouldn't be a problem down the road. She took gentle hold of his hips with both hands and moved back and forth along his shaft, breathing through her nose as she deep-throated him. Mark groaned in pleasure, his fingers flexing into her scalp and tugging her hair. She looked up at him, maintaining eye contact, which she knew he found so erotic. She could feel his skin growing warm and knew now was the time to stop and change things up if she intended to have his cock inside her. There was indeed one good thing about them being out of sync, with her current self three months behind him; they already knew she wasn't pregnant in his current timeline, so he could cum deep inside her as much as they liked. She pulled her mouth off his with a wet 'pop!' and smiling seductively. "I'm thinking maybe my girl wants to say hello too;” she purred. Mark nodded and spread out her dress before lying down on it, his rock-hard cock standing straight up and throbbing. Becky crawled over him, straddling his face, her creamy, wet cunt mere inches from his mouth. She faced down his body, giggling and he snaked his tongue out to taste her, but she kept her prize just out of reach. "So that's how it is, eh?" he said from below her before suddenly wrapping his arms around her thighs and pulling down on them and causing her to lurch unexpectedly (for her) onto his eager mouth. Becky shuddered and moaned loudly as his tongue snaked along and massaged her nether lips, before flickering against her throbbing clit to make her gasp and almost double over. "No fair;” she panted, trying to regain control of herself, but Mark seemed inclined to cheat. He kept her pinned to him, leaving her to squirm helplessly above him while he lashed her with his tongue. "Uh, you bastard; yes, right there; Oh, God, Mark;” Her pleas exhorted him to even greater measures. He was determined to make her cum on his mouth at least once before they fucked. And he seemed to be pretty damned good at making her cum with oral sex, he had to say. Becky squirmed on top of him, playing wither tits, pinching and pulling on her pink nipples, her eyes squeezed shut, because it almost felt too good if she was looking at him. His eager tongue snaked deep inside her hungry cunt, making her wetter still. He had this maddening technique where he formed shapes or letters inside her with his tongue, reaching almost every nook and cranny of her. She whimpered, knowing he intended to make her cum and she was more than happy to oblige. She leaned forward while sitting on his face, reaching out to his twitching cock, caressing and massaging it gently; she didn't want him to cum, she just wanted to keep him stimulated. She felt the thrill of anticipation, knowing it would soon be inside her, pumping in and out, throbbing and finally releasing his creamy essence into her, something she accepted gladly because of the temporal mechanics between them. Mark sucked her clit into his mouth, rolling it around and making her shudder, groaning deeply as something started to build within her. She pushed down onto his face with her hips, grinding eagerly, while her clit throbbed. Then her released it and pushed his tongue deep inside her again, probing and lashing her until she was writhing and panting heavily. "Oh, God, Mark;” she gasped, sweat streaming from her sensual form. "Oh, fuck, yes, please; Uh, so close, baby;” He pushed into her as hard as he could and she jerked and squeaked arching her back. Her whole frame was wracked with pleasure as she cried out loudly, the orgasm crashing through her until she almost couldn't breathe. She shook violently, her eyes rolling into her head before she collapsed on top of him, her body limp and her chest heaving. Her limbs felt like tingling lead, but she managed to lift one to find his cock, determined to keep him hard until she had recovered. She stroked him gently while he kissed at her gooey nether lips, his face glistening with her cum. Fortunately, Becky was insatiable and recovered quickly, slowly rising and then sidling forward down his body so she could look back at him and smirk. "How about it, big boy?" she asked coyly. "You ready for the main event?" Mark grinned and nodded while she slithered down his body, finally hovering over his hips while facing his feet. She took hold of his throbbing cock and teased it against her slippery entrance before sinking down, making them both sigh in relief. "Hallelujah;” she moaned as he bottomed out inside her, filling her completely. "Oh, that's exactly what the doctor ordered." Mark nodded and took hold of her silken, pert ass cheeks and gripped them firmly, making his teacher purr. Becky loved having her ass played with, and while she began to sink up and down slowly on his cock, he massaged the peach-like orbs, eliciting moans from her when he spread them wide, giving her a delicious stretch. "Hmm, get me nice and ready back there," she cooed as she moved up and down on him. "Because once you're done in my cunt, I want you in my ass and I want to feel your cum in it." Mark nodded eagerly, because he loved fucking Becky's ass. Her cunt was incredibly tight, but even that couldn't match her exquisite back passage, which gripped him so strongly and always made him cum so hard he thought he might faint. His fingers teased against her little puckered, pink knot, sending the most divine tingles through her luscious body. Becky undulated on him, picking up the pace and counting on Mark to control himself until her was in her ass. She bit her lower lip, working herself on that thick, throbbing tool, pulling up until it was almost out of her and then sinking back down in one long stroke, filling her completely. Her heart was strumming in her chest as she thrilled to the notion of the oncoming climax. She was hissing now, struggling to hold on just a few seconds longer, to draw out this wonderful pleasure for them both. But then she felt the point of no return and willingly stepped over it, moaning loudly as her cunt fluttered and she began to cum, hard. She wailed and rocked on her lover, bathing his middle with her excitement. Her head lolled for several seconds as she came down from her orgasm, but she remembered that she still had Mark inside her and needed him, promised him, that he would be cumming in her ass. Slowly, lethargically, she raised herself until his cock fell out of her, still rock-hard and yearning for more. For such a young man, he had exceptional control. She inched forward, until she felt his pulsing head teasing against her notch. She reached underneath herself and took hold of the shaft, holding him steady while she pressed down, slowly but surely. She heard him groan as the head popped through her tight ring suddenly and then he was sliding inside her. It was Heaven. She sat still for several seconds, just reveling in the feel of him filling her ass. She felt the need to be sensual, and she leaned backward, until she was resting her back on his torso, her head next to his. But her knees were still bent and she groaned like she was going to burst, the angle of his penetration in this position more than she could bear. Whispering for him to wait patiently, she slowly, sinuously slid her legs out from beneath herself and straightened them, relaxing in pleasure as they rested on Mark's thighs. "Sorry, that would've downright killed me right now," she whispered to him, her glassy, heavily-lidded eyes looking into his. "And I wanted to be down her to kiss you and let you fondle me as you fucked me and came in me." "Sounds like a plan," he agreed readily, his strong, but gentle hands coming up to rest on her opulent tits. Her began caressing and massaging them in circles while Becky started moving her ass on top of his cock, squeezing him inside her tight confines. "God, I love your ass, Becky." "Umm, it loves your cock, Mark," she purred, undulating on him, the throb of his tool being felt through her whole body like another heartbeat. "You always make me cum so hard;” They squirmed and ground together, with Mark tilting his hips up to push inside her while Becky squeezed him, the lovers shuddering as they kissed feverishly. His hands were squeezing her tits now, pinching and pulling on the nipples again to make her groan with the delicious sting. But Mark felt his climax approach and he knew it wouldn't be long before he was pumping his cum inside her. Becky moaned into his mouth as she felt his cock swelling and twitching erratically, a sure sign he was about to cum. She squeezed him tighter, feeling the buildup inside herself, yearning to share that unreal ecstasy. The groaned into one another mouths at first, but then the kiss was broken as they panted, fighting for air, their voices carrying around the woods they were in. He pushed up hard inside her, pulling down on her tits while she squeezed with all her might, his cum almost searing hot inside her, filling her up. Mark went limp, breathing heavily and clearly spent, not that he minded. Becky could barely move, bound in ropes of silken bliss that kissed every nerve in her body. Her own heartbeat plus the relentless throb of Mark's rigid cock, still oozing inside her, almost meant she didn't know how to center herself. But they relaxed together finally, kissing gently, eyes closed while they clasped hand on top of her tits. Tongues softly tangled, tasting one another while they let their rapture slowly ebb. Minutes passed and they lay silently, waiting for Mark's cock to soften so Becky could sit up. Finally, she giggled, squeezing his hands. "Feels like somebody doesn't wanna go to sleep," she said cutely, wiggling her ass on him, feeling her ass refusing to relinquish its hard-earned prize. "What're we gonna do?" "Iono," he said drowsily. "We just wait, I guess. If I try to have another orgasm right now, I'm pretty sure he'd just spontaneously combust inside you." "Alas, poor cock," she cooed, stroking his cheek. "I guess we happily wait, then." They closed their eyes and relaxed, waiting for Mark's erection to subside so that they could get up without difficulty. Their hands remained at rest on her tits while they nuzzled their cheeks together. Then there was a 'click!' sound. Arrest in Flagrante delicto. Becky's eyes snapped open and she goggled up at a man dressed in rather colorful and opulent period clothing, staring down at them as he pointed a flintlock rifle at their face. Looking around, she now saw they were surrounded by men carrying pikes and muskets, all of whom stared at the naked couple with varying level of interest. The man directly over them moved his musket muzzle, indicating they should sit up. Mark's eyes were open by now and he glanced around in confusion as well, clearly not understanding what had happened. The man's eyes narrowed and he moved the musket muzzle again. Becky, sensing the danger they were suddenly in, tried to move, but shivered; she was still impaled on Mark's solid cock, which had shown no signs of softening and kept her pinned against him. She couldn't get up. "Great time to develop priapism, Mark;” she said sourly. "Maybe Louis the Sun King's France just isn't for us after all," Mark sighed as he hiked along behind Becky, who had been stuffed hurriedly back into her dress while he was allowed to put on his breeches again. Neither of them even had shoes on as they followed the soldiers. Their hands were tied behind their backs. "This is twice now that we've;“ "I know, Mark, I was there," Becky said somewhat tersely, wondering if Chester Edgeworth was now someone she had to add to her shit list. She hated adding names to the shit list. "I guess we were so busy fucking that the event our host meant for us to witness has found us." "Tais-tois!" one of the men guarding them said as he walked nearby with a musket. "Vou ne pouvez-pas parler!" Becky scowled at the man and continued trudging. She wasn't really embarrassed about being caught fucking, it wasn't the first time it had happened to them here in France. But at least this lot had the decency to let her have an orgasm first before taking them prisoner. She couldn't even enjoy the grass stains on her clothes! They had exited the woods and were now tromping through a field, heading toward a much larger cluster of soldiers. Mark couldn't help but notice that a lot of them were wearing red. "Shit;” Becky muttered as she saw them as well. "That's all we need." "Huh?" Mark asked, but he was silenced when a soldier shoved him roughly from behind with his musket, indicating he was to stay quiet. They approached the encampment and Mark soon realized there were several hundred soldiers. The tents were spread out around one rather illustrious red tent of grand size. He then saw a cluster of cavaliers milling about and they seemed to be headed in that direction. Soldiers stared at them as they entered the perimeter of the camp, usually at Becky. Mark and Becky found themselves hauled in front of the cavaliers, who parted, making way for a single man on horseback. He was at least middle-aged, with a somewhat grey pallor to his skin and thin, hawk-like features. His expression was a rather lemony one, as if he felt inconvenienced by this entire incident. For all that, though, his dark eyes glinted with intelligence. He was wearing the flowing red habits of a high-ranking member of the Catholic church, although he had a burnished breastplate on his chest as well. "You stand in the presence of his Eminence, the Cardinal Richelieu," announced the captain of the troops that had taken them prisoner. Mark's eyes went wide. He didn't speak French, but he'd seen enough Three Musketeers movie reboots to know who Cardinal Richelieu was and exactly what sort of deep shit they were suddenly in. "Show respect!" Becky dropped to one knee and bowed her head, looking at the ground. Mark rapidly followed suit, since she probably had a better grasp of the situation than he did. He could feel everyone's eyes and on them and it was beginning to weigh heavily, like a yoke around his neck. His face flushed, but he said nothing. "Who are these persons?" the cardinal asked finally. "Your names, my children." "My name is Rebecca, your Eminence," Becky said humbly, still not looking up. "And you, good sir?" the Cardinal asked, looking over at Mark now. "M; me llamo Marco del strade, tu Eminencia." Mark stammered. "A Spaniard," mused the Cardinal, pursing his lips. "In the presence of a peasant girl. And you both have unusual accents, I admit." "Your Eminence," said one of the captains, looking at them suspiciously. "This man, why is he here traipsing about Champagne like this? With this peasant girl? We found them in the woods, doing unspeakable carnal acts to one another." The Cardinal's eyebrow arched and he looked on in seeming distaste. "You don't say." "Very likely he is a spy for King Phillip, your Eminence!" said the captain, almost sneering. "No, your Eminence," Becky said suddenly, her voice full of concern. "I assure you, he is no spy!" Mark hadn't heard or understood everything the Frenchmen were saying to one another, but he understood 'espion' and his teacher's reaction indicated that he was in some kind of trouble. Go figure. "And what grounds can you give me to believe you, child?" the Cardinal asked with feigned interest. "Please," she begged, her head still bowed. "You have my utmost assurances he is no spy, he's an idiot!" This made the men around them laugh and even Richelieu grunted in amusement. "Both of you rise." Mark saw Becky get to her feet and he did the same. All around them, men with pikes and muskets were watching them warily, some of them levelling weapons at the pair. Clearly they took the Cardinal's safety seriously. Richelieu observed them with interest. "The girl is very unusual," he mused. "Tall, very healthy and very beautiful. Very, very beautiful. I know only one other of such unmatched attractiveness." Mark wasn't sure where this was going, but he doubted it was good. The Cardinal's interest in him was waning. "And yet you say you found her acting in a most carnal and un-ladylike manner in the woods, hmm?" Richelieu continued. "Well, it certainly won't do for her to be out here alone in the countryside, rutting like a nymph, would it? Perhaps her majesty could make use of the girl, once we fix her atrocious accent." "My what?" Becky snapped, looking offended now. "Put her in the cart, we'll bring her to the capital, with regards to the Queen." Richelieu declared, turning his horse about and riding off. Men began to try and wrangle Becky into one of the carts, many of them laughing and leering as they took the opportunity to grope her. Gut shot. "Hey, stop that!" Mark said angrily, surging forward, but he suddenly found himself confronted by a captain, who stared at him impassively. There was a sudden and frightfully loud 'crack!' sound and Mark halted suddenly, his eyes wide. Becky's head snapped around at the noise and her eyes went wide. Blinking, Mark slowly looked down and saw there was a very red puncture hole in his abdomen. Sounds slowed down, taking on an almost syrupy quality and he started to feel confused. Becky screamed and tried to force her way to him, but she was being hustled away by many guards. The man who had shot him wandered off, sliding his flintlock pistol back into a holster, clearly no longer caring about Mark. Everyone seemed to be wandering off now. He felt cold, and vaguely nauseous. The ugly red wound in his stomach pulsed, blood welling from it slowly. He felt himself toppling over, white light bathing the field around him. He could still see things, but they seemed distant. He tried to focus on something, finally identifying Becky's voice as she screamed for him. He could just make out the soldiers wrestling her into a cart while she struggled and kicked savagely, her face contorted in rage. "I'll Get You For This, Richelieu!" she roared as Mark's world was absorbed by the soft white light. "You Just Made The Shit List Of High Doom!! See If I Ever Dance A Sarabande For You, Pal!" Mark bolted upright suddenly, gasping. His eyes were wide and he was covered in sweat. His heart thundered in his chest and he fought to control his panic. The white light was slowly replaced by close walls of grey stone. He squeezed his eyes shut and tried to control his breathing. His hands bunched against sheets that were covering him. Finally, he could breathe normally and he tried to organize his thoughts. He still felt confused, everything a total jumble. "Calm yourself. Think!" He'd been fucking Becky in the woods. Apparently they were waiting for Cardinal Richelieu to go by, which he guessed passed for a historical event, seeing the man. But the Cardinal's soldiers heard the two of them and took them prisoner. Then they took Becky and Mark tried to stop them and got shot in the stomach; His eyes snapped open and he was frozen in place. He forced himself to look down at his middle, seeing that he was still covered in a sheet. His hand was trembling as he moved it slowly toward the heavy, dun-colored blanket, sweat trickling from his brow as he felt fear rise in his throat. He flung away the sheet suddenly, unable to bear not knowing. He wasn't bleeding. There was no puncture wound, only a strange, round scar about two inches in diameter. Eyes wide, he slowly lifted his head and looked around, now noticing his environs; he was indeed in a small bedroom, the curtains drawn to keep out the light and very little in the way of décor. Just a chair and a table in one corner, some other surfaces with candles spaced around the room. His bed was solid and comfortable. "Ah, there you are," Chester Edgerton said as he came through the door. "I was beginning to think you had no intentions of waking up." "Where;” Mark said somewhat feebly. "Back at my place," Chester answered, sitting down in the chair and settling in for what was no doubt going to be a long and perhaps trying conversation. "I found you lying in the middle of the field nearly a kilometer from where I'd left you and you were very close to dead." "How did I;” "You should have died," Chester continued. "But ultimately you wouldn't have, due to a time lock, I'm assuming. You weren't meant to die there in that field. Luckily for you, there are still plenty of ways to get yourself killed for doing absurd things." "Why did you leave us in the first place?" Mark asked. "I've been around Richelieu and several of his captains at various points in the time stream, and it's getting difficult to manage," Chest replied, shrugging. "Best way to deal with that issue is to simply not be present." "So why leave us there?" "To see Richelieu, of course," the man said simply. "One of history's truly great men, certainly more so than that twit of a king he serves. I was just trying to ease you into the idea of witnessing historical events. It never occurred to me that you'd be found because you made your teacher yodel like a Swiss Miss when you flagranting the delicto with her. I admit I hadn't planned for that nonsense." Mark blushed. "So, what, I wasn't meant to die here, so my body just healed itself?" Chester laughed. "Oh, no, dear boy, nothing of the sort. I came back to the woods, as promised, as when you weren't there, I began noticing the tracks of many solid shoes and boots in the vicinity. Not to mention the clothes you left behind." "Yeah, sorry, I was kinda tied up at the moment." Mark muttered. "In any event, I followed the tracks, noticed that Richelieu had broken camp and then found you. You'd been lying there for nearly three hours, you should have been dead from blood loss, but you weren't. I brought you back here, removed the ball from your stomach and then healed you." "You can do that?" Mark asked. "I thought you said you were a dealer in chroniques." "It helps to have a few irons in the fire and some hidden talents if you're going to mess around in the time stream," Chester replied. "But I was under no obligation to complicate my life and save you." "I guess I'm glad you did," Mark sighed. "Thanks. But wouldn't I have healed anyway?" "Yes, but maybe not fully," replied the enigmatic dealer. "You might've been found by some local peasants, brought back to their hovel and spent life as a weakened vegetable until you died of the Plague. People die in the past all the time, Mark, and everyone in their own era thinks they just disappeared and mourns them. It's frightfully common." "Can I; can I see the tools you used to heal me?" Mark asked hopefully. "Nope," Chester replied, shaking his head. "They're from your future by a few hundred years, the only reason I used them at all was because you were out cold." "Uh, how long was I out, anyway?" "Almost a month," Chester answered, smoothing a corner of his pencil moustache. "I had you fully healed and ready for action by the next day, to be honest, but you just refused to come to. So, I just left you to it, figuring you would wake up when you felt like it." "Oh, shit," Mark breathed, realizing something. "Where's Becky?" Chester raised his hands. "Why would I know? I wasn't there. What do you remember?" Mark tried to concentrate while Chester got up and poured a glass of water. Mark drank it thirstily and placed the glass on the table. He found himself wishing that he'd taken French instead of Spanish in school. He'd thought Spanish might be more useful, but all it did was get him shot. Fuck that. "I don't really speak French, so this is hard. Umm; they thought I was a spy because they thought I was Spanish." "Because you've been presenting yourself as Spanish while you're here," Chester mused. "In spite of your outrageous accent. France has been at war with Spain on and off for some time now." "Whatever," Mark grumbled. "They seemed really interested in Becky." "To be expected, she is quite lovely. I dare say I've only known one woman in this entire era to match her beauty." "Well, I think I heard them say 'capital', and then I think 'la reigne', which means queen, right?" "Indeed it does," Chester agreed. "My bet, then, is that your teacher has been taken by the Cardinal to be presented as a gift to her majesty, Queen Anne, to serve as one of her ladies-in-waiting." "Why would he do that?" Mark asked, frowning. "I've seen enough Three Musketeers movies to know that the Cardinal and the Queen hate each other." Chester smiled. "It's a game he plays with her. As the years go on, Anne is, sadly, getting 'a little long in the tooth', to borrow a phrase. She remains dignified and regal, but her best days are behind here, where attractiveness is concerned. Richelieu now takes great delight in surrounding her with women of magnificent beauty, seemingly a gesture of devotion, but really meant to hurt the queen's feelings." "What a dick." Mark muttered. "You have no idea," Chester said dryly. "If they got her back to the city roughly a week after she was taken, then she's been with the royal court for three." "Meaning that she's either loving life as a lady-in-waiting, or she's killed and eaten them all," Mark said heavily. "I guess I have to go get her." "I can't imagine this not being amusing," Chester said, smirking. "But out of morbid curiosity, how, exactly, will you affect this rescue?' "I dunno," Mark said, shrugging. "But I can't leave her. She'd kill me." "She probably thinks you're dead, I feel obliged to point out." Chester mentioned. "She saw you suffer a mortal wound at point-blank range. You should be dead and only an as-yet undetermined temporal snarl has kept you alive. I wouldn't count on that again if I were you." "Well I can't do nothing!" Mark insisted in frustration. Chester tilted his head, observing his guest for a moment. "Do you love this woman?" Mark blushed furiously. "I; no, I don't love her, or if I do, then I'm not in love with her. There's a difference, ya' know." "Well and truly said, Boccaccio," Chester chuckled. "Well, if there's no stopping you, then I'll see what I can do to discretely help you." "Why?" Mark queried. "I've got a friggin' time machine. All I need to do is get there, zip in and zip out." "Correct me if I am wrong," interjected his host. "But did you not tell me, early on in our association, that your current self is from three months in the future of the Miss Rebecca that I know." Mark nodded. "And you plan to add another layer of temporal travel on top of that wedding cake of disaster?" Chester mused. "Rebecca could be subtly altering the timelines in Paris now with her very presence, involuntary as it might be. Your oh-so-carefully laid plan could simply not work because of a slight temporal consideration." "So you're saying no time machine." Mark stated flatly, not impressed. "I'm saying the idea is bad. Atari Jaguar bad," Chester replied. "If you intend to do this hare-brained thing, allow me to assist you in what moderate ways I can." "What, you've got some funky tech or weapons you can loan me?" "We'll see about that, but more importantly, I guess I'll call in a favor. A certain person who moves in the circle of the royal court owes me a small boon, and I can use it to assist you. They happen to be an accomplished master of intrigue and getting out of sticky situations, with a blade if necessary." Mark's eyes lit up. "Is it D'Artagnan?" "Only if you want to get Clock-Hammered out of existence," Chester laughed, shaking his head. "Everybody wants to meet Charles de Batz, thinking they're going to see D'Artagnan of Three Musketeers fame, and then it just turns out he's a bad-tempered Gascon who loves to punch people who bother him. He's punched more time-travelers than Jesus, I'm pretty sure." Chester then went over to a drawer and rummaged around inside it, finally pulling out a yellowing envelope that was sealed with wax. "I assure you, the agent I am referring you to will be much more effective than D'Artagnan. I will send you with instructions about where in Paris to meet them and offer them this envelope. Warning, though, if they see it is opened, they will simply refuse to help and go away to where you cannot find them. Are you strong enough to keep from opening the letter?" Mark nodded. "Well, then," Chester announced, opening a bottle of wine and pouring two cups. "Shall we drink a toast to your success, o Macro del Strade of Seville?" Palace Mission. Mark was sitting on the back of a hay wagon, wondering if he could really pull this insane plan off. In addition to the letter, Chester Edgeworth had indeed furnished him with a few small devices and curious that they hopefully would help him, though it cost him almost all the rest of his money. Chester pointed out he was a businessman and didn't intend to take a loss just because some idiot created a time crisis for himself. Fair enough. Mark tried not to play with the little bud that sat deep in his ear; Chester had sold it to him, saying that it could translate languages, speaking into Mark's ear whatever he was focusing on. It could also possibly formulate phrases; if he spoke in English, it could tell him the closest translation to what he was saying. This model was old, though, and only spoke the French of this period. Chester didn't want him getting any clever ideas with a more powered-up version, since if something bad happened, it might come back on him. The reasoning initially annoyed Mark, but the more he thought about it, he reminded himself that he was here to rescue Becky. Nothing else. He thought about the conversation he'd had with their host while drinking wine and planning his initial move, heading to Paris. "So why did you begin time-travelling at all?" the man had asked. "Well, I;” Mark started saying, unsure of how to answer. "I found a time machine. Seems perfectly logical to use it." "Granted, but what's your personal motivation, Mark?" he asked. "Is it to see glorious historical events, are you a treasure hunter, a thrill-seeker who wants to run with the Dromaesaurs?" Mark blushed now. "Honest? I thought it'd be cool to have sex with women from history." To his amazement, Chester didn't laugh uproariously, he simply smiled and shrugged. "More common than you would think, especially amongst men your age, who are full of hormones. Let me ask, then; was getting laid in your own time-period difficult?" "Not really, no." "Well it's not any easier in the time stream, just so you know," Chester pointed out. "In some periods of history, it can be even harder, where religious fervor runs rampant and sexual repression is the law of the land. I assume you wouldn't go as far as to rape a girl." Mark shook his head. "Lots of men do when they find out that having sex in the past is harder than they anticipated," Chester said almost sadly, shaking his head. "You're one of the better ones. But for all that, the problem remains; getting into bed or a rug with Cleopatra is pretty much next to impossible. You might as well hope to seduce Scarlett Johansson when you're no one in particular." "Hey, I got Becky, didn't I?" Mark had protested. "Dumb luck, really, and she's a remarkable woman. Have you had sex with any women aside from Becky since you came to the Sun King's France?" He shrugged. "A few, I shared 'em with Becky." "Peasants, I assume?" "Mostly, yeah," Mark admitted. "There was one sophisto girl, but Becky did the talking and charmed the knickers off her for us." "If it weren't for Becky, you'd be completely out of your league here, boyo," Chester said simply. "And trust me, it won't get easier. Even history buffs who think they know everything get caught and pay the price. There's the history you know, the history you don't know, and the history that you don't know that you don't know." "What?" "What year did World War Two end?" Chester asked. "Simple. 1945." "So you know that. What year did the Crimean War start?" "I've heard of it, but I don't know anything about it." "Something you know that you don't know. Okay, tell me about the League of Ages Twelfth Nicean Temporal Council." "The what?" "Exactly," Chester had said emphatically, leaning forward and pointing with his wine glass to make a point. "An incredibly important historic event that you've never even heard of, but it happened all the same. Can you imagine trying to do something that conflicted with that? You wouldn't even know what clock-hammered you, or why; because only a practiced temporal traveler would be aware of the event at all. Time travel can be tedious." "It's certainly becoming less and less fun by the moment." Mark grumbled. "Probably the smartest thing you've said since you found that Holmes-Field Device," Chester agreed. "Life would be a lot easier if casual nitwits like yourself walked the other way when a time machine appeared in their path." "But don't you make a living selling to people like me?" Mark asked. "Hardly," Chester almost snorted. "Nitwits like you rarely have anything to even pay me with and usually require drastic amounts of assistance. No, my friend, the majority of my income is derived from customers who hail from the far future where time travel is an established industry and carefully regulated. Now those people are my bread and butter." "Did Becky and I really stand out?" Mark asked somewhat dully. "More and more with each passing moment," Chester answered. "You're too tall, too healthy, you have all your teeth, and your accents are absurd." Mark said nothing. "And by the way," added his host. "Those little packets of Airborne that you both carry in your pockets? The little Vitamin C boost things to ward off the sniffles? I can guarantee you that those will in no way, shape or form protect you from illnesses in this era. Only thing it'll do is turn your piss such a bright yellow that people will think you're possessed and the Inquisition will burn you." Mark ended up leaving the packets as a curio that Chester could sell to people from the future who wanted to snicker at how dumb people from the turn-of-the-millennium were. Carting to Paris. He had arranged transport to Paris with the wagon he was now on, making sure the farmer put some extra perk in his horse's step by offering him twice as many sou as was normal. The journey, which would normally take a week, with good weather, was promised to six days because of the extra money. Whatever the difference was between six-day speed and seven-day speed, Mark sure couldn't tell it. His communication with the farmer had been sluggish, certainly, mostly on his end, because he would try to say exactly what his little translator bud told him and he probably sounded like he'd had a stroke when he was speaking. The farmer laughed at his speech, but still did as he was asked. Mostly they slept at the side of the road in the piled hay, but one night they stayed in a roadside inn. Mark's funds were running out fast, even though the food he ate was paltry and rather unappetizing. He had to reach Paris. They then trundled through the town where Mark and Becky had first come to; and Mark hid himself in the straw, figuring it was best to not be seen by people whom he might be familiar with. Even if the innkeeper's two daughters would no doubt readily fuck him again. He fought the temptation to ignore Chester's instructions and simply go get his Holmes-Field Device and use it to rescue his teacher. But he disciplined himself and refrained, he was in enough trouble as it is.  Then he meditated; Known knowns. Known unknowns. Unknown unknowns. Fuck. The days and nights passed with Mark trying to keep himself from growing crazy by practicing his French and thinking of his plan. He had no idea whatsoever about what to do once he reached Paris. Get inside the royal palace? He couldn't exactly Google the plans for it, could he? "Regardez la!" the farmer said finally, calling back to Mark and pointing toward the west. As the sun was rising behind them, he could make out a sprawling sea of darkness in the distance, the silhouette of which prickled the sky. Endless plumes of smoke hung over the city as deep grey gave way to dawn behind them. He thought it might actually be pretty. And then the wind wafted over them from the west, bringing the unique scent of fabled Paris. "Jesus!" Mark croaked as he turned green, leaning over the side of the wagon and puking his guts out while the farmer roared with laughter. They entered the city. Mark wandered through the choking maze of streets, gaping at the chaos of architecture around him; houses seemed to almost be built on top of houses, to the place where some of them were leaning over almost drunkenly. The cobblestones of the road were wet and sticky with effluence, there was no way to avoid it. The stench was beyond belief. How had people ever lived like this? He had asked on repeated occasions where he could find La Rue de Grenuie, the place Chester had told him he would find the agent he'd referred to. Mark was reasonably certain most people were being helpful, even if they stared at him like he was an alien. He might as well have been, he was a head taller than just about everyone, clearly well-fed and had all his teeth. Mark had seen jack-o-lanterns with more teeth than most of the denizens of Paris' infamous streets. He took many wrong turns, because where he thought people had told him to go was often a dead end. Eventually, by divine providence, he found himself on the street he'd been asking for, evidenced by an ancient, worn rectangle of wood that said the name in faded green letters. Certain he was on the right track, he headed down the crowded street, stuffing his purse into the front of his breeches, since Chester had told him Paris was home to countless scoundrels who could remove his wealth without him even noticing. The crowds began to thin out somewhat, and the street got narrower, as if that was possible. The cobblestones were also surprisingly dry, not sticky or running with the sewage of the city behind him. Before long, it was barely wide enough to accommodate one person and he felt very uneasy about the rickety buildings that loomed over his head, almost blocking the sky. He then stopped in front of a black iron fence, pitted with age and with a chain wrapped around it. He tilted his head and unwrapped the chain, finding that the gate now swung open freely and with decidedly little noise. He stepped in, closed it behind himself and then fixed the chain back in place as best he could. He found himself walking through a tunnel, the buildings about him now made of stone. Dank and foreboding, he resisted the urge to run, not knowing what lay ahead. Eventually, he came to a small, bare courtyard. It might have been thirty feet by thirty feet and was devoid of almost all decoration. High brick and stone walls concealed it from the chaos of Paris. It was surprisingly quiet, as if the city dared not disturb the austere serenity. There was a single, grey stone bench in the middle of the courtyard. Facing away from him, clad in a great cloak, was a person, the hood thrown over their head to keep the merciless sun off them. Mark swallowed and took a deep breath before beginning to move forward. Was this Chester's agent? If he was, Mark had to be careful, because he'd been told the man was dangerous. He approached slowly, finally coming to a stop some five paces away, still facing the stranger's back. "Hello," he said faltering French. "My name is Mark. I have; sent; to you; today; for big help. I is need big help." "That you do, my friend," replied the person in a strangely lyrical voice. Then closed a small book of devotionals wwhich had clearly been studied and stood, still facing away. "That much is obvious, because your French is painful." Mark blushed in embarrassment as the translator bud told him what the person had said. Still concealed beneath their voluminous midnight-blue cloak, the mysterious person turned around and approached him. He resisted the urge to take a step back as the shrouded presence stood right in front of him. He couldn't help but notice the person was on the taller side, strange for a Parisian. Gloved hands pulled down the hood and Mark's eyes widened in amazement. Shining golden hair spilled in luxurious tresses down the person's back. The eyes were a dazzling blue, glinting with intelligence. The smile was serene, the teeth within white and perfect. Lady Alexandra. <

Join the Catalyst Mastermind!    We're in our Health & Wellness Series, and today we're diving into a topic that's way more important than most of us realize. If you've been feeling tired, bloated, anxious, or just off—even when you're “doing all the right things”—this episode is for you.   We've already chatted with Dr. Nicole Cain about how gut health affects way more than digestion (hello, anxiety and mood swings). But today, we're going deeper with holistic health coach Hannah Aylward. She's on a mission to help women heal their digestion, balance their bodies, and finally feel like themselves again.   Hannah's breaking down what's really going on when your gut is out of whack—and how it's messing with your energy, hormones, and emotional health. We're talking about the foods that help, the ones to avoid, the truth about probiotics, and simple steps you can take today to get your gut working for you, not against you.   This episode could totally shift how you think about your health. Because when your body starts working in harmony? You don't just survive—you thrive.   Timestamps: (05:48) - The Biggest Myth Women Still Believe About Gut Health (and What's Actually True) (08:04) - Why You Still Feel Bad Even When You're Eating Healthy (23:22) - The Ways Gut Inflammation Impacts Your Mood, Hormones, and Health (23:32) - Affects of Inflammation in the Gut (27:19) - The One Health Practice Hannah Never Skips—and Why You Shouldn't Either   WATCH ALLI  ON YOUTUBE   Links to great things we discussed:  Hannah's TV Recommendation - Bachelor in Paradise Hannah's Book Recommendation - Mind Your Body Hannah's Skincare Recommendation - Naturium Glycolic Acid Resurfacing Gel The Uplift app is here! Try it free for 30 days. I hope you loved this episode!

In this Super Human Life masterclass, Coach Frank Rich brings you a powerful compilation from three of our most impactful conversations with Annie Yatch — trauma expert, entrepreneur, and founder of NorthStar Leadership.   Across these deep and revealing clips, Annie breaks down how unresolved trauma shapes who we love, how we lead, and the life we build. She unpacks the hidden ways our childhood stories, nervous system, and subconscious beliefs are running the show — influencing our relationships, businesses, and even our sense of purpose.   Whether you're a high-performing man, an entrepreneur, or a husband trying to lead with strength and compassion, this masterclass will show you how to recognize the role trauma plays in your patterns — and how to turn that pain into power.   Annie's frameworks bridge trauma healing, nervous-system regulation, and masculine/feminine polarity, offering practical tools for staying calm in conflict, leading your relationships from grounded strength, and finally finding freedom from the chaos that once defined you.   If you've ever felt stuck in the same emotional cycles, struggled to stay present with your partner, or wondered why success still doesn't feel fulfilling — this episode will help you connect the dots between your inner story and your external world.   Expect To Learn The hidden role of trauma in attraction: why we're subconsciously drawn to partners who mirror our childhood wounds.   How trauma distorts polarity: what happens when feminine energy leans into masculine control, and how to restore balance and safety in love.   Reading relationship dynamics: signs your wife or girlfriend is operating too much from her masculine — and what to do about it.   How to stay calm and neutral in conflict: the mindset and nervous-system tools to respond instead of react.   Integrating your masculine and feminine sides: how real strength comes from emotional awareness and internal balance.   Why entrepreneurs are addicted to chaos: understanding trauma-driven success and the addiction to adrenaline, crisis, and control.   The story that runs your life: how your subconscious childhood narrative shapes your relationships, business, and reality.   Why men struggle with vulnerability: the link between safety, emotional connection, and masculine openness.   Healing for young men: how men in their 20s can start connecting heart and mind to break generational cycles.   Annie's personal story: her journey from trauma to transformation and how it shaped her work in leadership and coaching.   How trauma becomes calling: turning pain into purpose by rewriting the story that once held you captive.   Victimhood vs. ownership: how unhealed trauma breeds a victim mindset — and how to break free.   Trauma, the subconscious, and your nervous system: why your body remembers what your mind tries to forget.   Gut health and trauma: how your microbiome affects mood, emotional regulation, and healing.   Finding your calling in life: connecting your greatest pain to your God-given purpose.   Love & leadership in partnership: how to build a business with your spouse without losing intimacy or polarity.   The biggest lies we tell ourselves about relationships — and how truth sets us free.   Guest Bio — Annie Yatch   Annie Yatch is a trauma-informed performance coach, speaker, and founder of NorthStar Leadership School, where she helps entrepreneurs and high-performing leaders heal the unconscious trauma that limits their relationships, leadership, and success. After building multiple seven-figure businesses, Annie turned her focus toward helping others break free from self-sabotage, emotional disconnection, and chaos addiction — guiding them to lead with clarity, compassion, and balance.   --- Connect with Frank and The Super Human Life on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachfrankrich/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/584284948647477/   Website: http://www.thesuperhumanlifepodcast.com/tshlhome   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjB4UrpxtNO2AFtDURMzoKQ    

Why is your gut the master switch for mood, metabolism, and better sleep? Angela sits down with gastroenterologist and New York Times bestselling author Dr. Will Bulsiewiczto unpack the gut–circadian connection, why morning light can trigger a “regularity reset,” and the four nutrition pillars that rebuild your gut barrier and lower inflammation, without a restrictive diet. You'll hear when fiber helps (and when it can backfire), fermented foods vs. probiotics (and why “prebiotics first” often wins), meal timing for HRV and sleep, and how to recover your microbiome after stress, jet lag, or all-nighters. What You'll Learn: • How morning light and cortisol shape gut rhythm, energy & focus • Why over half of gut microbes follow a circadian clock • The 4 gut-healing pillars: fiber, polyphenols, healthy fats, ferments • Best time to eat fiber for blood sugar & bowel regularity • When fiber backfires, and how to build tolerance slowly • Fermented foods vs. probiotics: what really improves diversity • How late dinners spike inflammation and disrupt sleep • Brain fog & “leaky brain” - inflammation's hidden link • Gut shifts in menopause, and how to ease bloating & mood dips • Easy resistant starch hacks for stronger digestion Timestamps: 00:00 Intro: Rapid-Fire Gut Myths Debunked 02:20 Cortisol 101: How Morning Light Sets Your Gut's Daily Rhythm 05:10 Gut–Brain Axis Deep-Dive: Serotonin, Vagus Nerve & Mood 08:00 Morning vs. Evening Routines: Light, Meditation, Melatonin & Sleep 11:00 Jet Lag & Microbes: Why Time Zones Wreck Your Gut and Blood Sugar 15:30 Meal Timing: Night Eating, Triglycerides & Inflammation Peaks 20:50 4 Nutritional Pillars for an Anti-Inflammatory Microbiome 30:00 Fiber Targets & Safety 39:00 How Fast Can You Heal? Stress, Environment & a 4-Week Turnaround 42:10 IBD & Colon Cancer: Microbiome, Inflammation and Oral Bacteria 45:00 Artificial Sweeteners vs. Sugar: What's Safer for Your Gut? 47:40 What is a Healthy Poop? 50:30 Brain Fog Explained: Leaky Brain, Inflammation & the BBB 53:20 Perimenopause & the Microbiome: Diet, Stress and Symptom Relief 56:10 Fermented Foods vs. Probiotics 1:08:00 Best Time of Day to Take Prebiotics VALUABLE RESOURCES A BIG thank you to our sponsors who make the show possible: • Mitopure - Supercharge your energy and upgrade your mitochondria: http://timeline.com/ANGELA | Enter code ANGELA to save 10%• Hormone Harmony - go to https://lvluphealth.com/ANGELA | Use the code ANGELA at checkout for an exclusive 15% off ABOUT THE GUEST Dr. Will Bulsiewicz is a board-certified gastroenterologist and New York Times bestselling author focused on evidence-based, fiber-forward nutrition and microbiome health. His forthcoming book Plant Powered Plus (January release) maps an anti-inflammatory blueprint to repair the gut barrier and rebalance the immune system. He is also the founder and formulator behind 38TERA®'s Daily Microbiome Nutrition - a prebiotic blend of fibers, resistant starches, and polyphenols.

This week, our two fearless hosts dive claws-first into the salty world of lobsters! They're presented with five "facts" about these crustacean curiosities, but here's the catch: some are totally made up. From lobster communication to their supposed immortality, it's up to our hosts to sniff out the truth... or get hilariously pinched by the lies. Expect:- Wild lobster trivia (real and ridiculous)- Gut-busting reactions and debates- A final verdict that might surprise youSubscribe for weekly episodes where facts get funky and fiction gets roasted. Drop your guesses in the comments, how many lobsters lies can YOU spot?#ComedyPodcast #Lobsters #FactOrFiction #CrustaceanChaos #FunnyPodcasts

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The Gut is the "second brain" with the biggest collection of nerve cells outside of the brain itself. Registered Dietician Sarah Keogh talks to Brendan about the community of bacteria and viruses living in your gastrointestinal tract that make up your microbiome and how to make them work for us.

In this episode, Paul sits down with Shannon Plumb, Founder and CEO of PURL Advisors, globally recognized mentor, leadership advisor, and creator of the Real T newsletter. Shannon is known for helping leaders stop pretending to be someone else—and start winning as themselves.They unpack:What authentic leadership actually means beyond the buzzwordThe difference between polish and presenceWhy vulnerability builds trust (but performative vulnerability breaks it)The real emotional work behind entrepreneurshipHow to avoid losing your “why” when the world tells you to go faster, harder, morePaul and Shannon also discuss the myth of the heroic “hustle” founder—and why ease can be a sign of alignment, not laziness.Five Key LearningsAuthenticity ≠ Transparency — It's about showing up human, not oversharing or performing relatability.Your body knows before you do — Gut tension is often your first signal that something is off in how you're leading.Entrepreneurs fall into two groups: builders who love the game, and founders driven by mission. The second group must reconnect to their why regularly.Ease is not avoidance — When leadership aligns with identity and values, decisions take less friction.Slow down to speed up — Time away from the work improves judgment, creativity, and resilience. Rest is strategic.Resources Mentioned in This EpisodeShannon's firm: PURL AdvisorsShannon's newsletter: The Real T Paul's article: Slow Down to Speed UpHumanity Working is a podcast focused on helping individuals, teams and organizations maximize their potential based on human capabilities.For more information, and access to our weekly newsletter, visit us at humanityworking.net.

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Fine is a 4-Letter Word is all about those moments when “fine” is just the mask we wear before life gives us a loud wake-up call.For Massimo Backus, that wake-up call came wrapped in a leadership 360 evaluation that painted a picture he didn't recognize. The team he thought he was inspiring and supporting saw someone defensive, unsafe to approach, even a bully. Gut punch, right?Raised by creative, supportive parents who met in a woodworking class over a three-legged chair, Massimo learned the values of creativity, acceptance, and generosity that would later guide his unconventional career path. He also carried the invisible weight of childhood dyslexia and a lifelong habit of needing to prove himself. That pattern followed him into adulthood and eventually showed up in how he led others. His relentless pursuit of purpose-driven work eventually led him to a prestigious position as global head of leadership development for a large international consulting firm, where he thought he had finally “made it.” However, that 360-degree feedback assessment came as an unexpected wake-up call.Massimo first tried to “fix” himself on his own. It wasn't until he surrendered control and attended the Hoffman Process, a weeklong retreat, that he uncovered the real saboteur: his own inner critic.Through self-compassion, Massimo finally found the power to stop performing and start being. Listen as we unpack his journey from overactive inner critic to radical freedom.Massimo's hype song is Dance Yrself Clean by LCD Sound SystemResources:InKind Leaders Website: https://www.inkindleaders.com/Massimo's Personal Website: https://massimobackus.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/massimo-backus/Claim your copy of: “Human First, Leader Second” bookInvitation from Lori: This episode is sponsored by Zen Rabbit. Smart business leaders know trust is the foundation of every great workplace. And in today's hybrid and fast-moving work culture, trust isn't built in quarterly town halls or the occasional Slack message. It's built through consistent, clear, and HUMAN communication. Companies and leaders TALK about the importance of connection and community. And it's easy to believe your organization is doing a great job of maintaining an awesome corporate culture. Because you've got annual all-hands meeting and open door policies, and “fun" team-building events.But let's be real. Leaders who are serious about building real trust are finding better ways to strengthen culture, create connection, and foster community.That's where I come in. Forward thinking companies are hiring me to produce internal podcasts. To bring leadership and employees together through authentic stories, real conversations, and meaningful connections. Think of it as your old-school printed company newsletter - reinvented for the modern workforce. I KNOW, what a cool idea, right?! If you run, work for, or know of a company that wants to upgrade communication, facilitate connections, build community, and maintain culture, let's chat. Message me at Lori@ZenRabbit dot com. Because when people feel heard, they engage. When they engage, they perform. And when they perform, the business succeeds beyond projections.

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