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For the next several weeks, we're sharing exclusive Q&A sessions from The Definitive Veterinary Extraction Protocol, recorded live during the July 2026 course. As a listener of The Vet Dental Show, you have a limited-time opportunity to purchase the complete course for $300 off before its official release. Learn more and enroll here: https://ivdi.org/extract -- Host: Dr. Brett Beckman, DVM, FAVD, DAVDC, DAAPM -- In this episode, Dr. Brett Beckman answers practical questions about extraction flap closure, simple continuous versus simple interrupted sutures, maxillary canine extraction, preventing oronasal communication, deciduous tooth extraction, and managing developing malocclusion in puppies. He explains when experienced clinicians may consider simple continuous closure, why the depth and direction of bone removal matter during maxillary canine extraction, and how severe periodontal disease can contribute to loss of bone between the oral and nasal cavities. He also discusses instrument selection for deciduous extractions and an important clinical question: when a deciduous tooth interferes with normal jaw development, will extracting it improve the eventual occlusion—or potentially create a different problem? What You'll Learn in This Episode

Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Sam Leppo are back this week to talk about the late season heat wave taking over the east coast this week. They also look at the potential for severe weather, including the setup that differs from previous heat waves this summer. With fall around the corner, Sam and Rich talk a little Fantasy Football as well!

HEADLINES: Four men have been interviewed by Victoria Police detectives this week as part of investigations into the sexual assault allegations linked to the Sydney Swans AFL club. Police are investigating after a man was shot dead in Sydney’s west in what detectives believe was a targeted daylight attack. Consent advocate Chanel Contos has told National Press Club that big tech is radicalising young men into harmful sexual behaviour, and is pushing for a ban on social media algorithms. The world is on track to exceed 1.5 degrees of global warming within years, according to a new UN report. So it turns out we’ve all been drinking water wrong. And good news for animal lovers about the New Zealand kākāpō. New research suggests the real damage in contact sports might not be happening on game day, but during training, and it's raising urgent questions for anyone with a kid on a footy field this weekend. On this episode of The Quicky, we look at the degenerative brain disease increasingly turning up in Australian football codes, from AFL and AFLW to soccer, and why doctors believe the cumulative hits from years of junior sport could matter more than any single big hit. We hear from leading neurologist Dr Rowena Mobbs on what parents and clubs can actually do about it, and why the answer isn't pulling your kid off the field.Important concussion advice from Dr Rowena Mobbs, neurologist at Mater Hospital Sydney: - Keep brain health front of mind.- Carefully observe the athlete if a concussion is suspected and follow the protocols.- Know the red flags that may indicate a more serious brain injury: Neck pain - Increasing confusion, agitation or irritability - Repeated vomiting - Seizure or convulsion - Weakness or tingling/burning in the arms or legs - Deteriorating conscious state - Severe or increasing headache - Unusual behavioural change - Loss of vision or double vision - Visible deformity of the skull - Loss of consciousness. - If you see these signs, seek emergency care." For more information, check out The Australian Concussion Guidelines for Youth and Community Sport. For anyone concerned about CTE, ConneCTErs Australia run a national support service, visit this link. GET IN TOUCHGot a story, news tip-off, feedback or dilemma?Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au HELPFUL LINKS: Become a Mamamia subscriber and get an all-access pass to everything we make, including exclusive podcasts and early listening, subscriber-only articles, monthly giveaways and our home workout app, MOVE. Get access to Very Peri, Mamamia's exclusive perimenopause series, for just $59. 25 world-leading experts, over 20 on-demand sessions, available now. We’ve sorted through the noise so you don't have to. Go to veryperi.com.au today. You hot? Same. CREDITSHost: Georgie Page Audio Producer: Scott Stronach Group Executive Producers: Georgie Page and Tamsin Rose Check out The Quicky Instagram here and our TikTok here Discover more Mamamia podcasts here Did you know some of our shows are now in video on the Apple Podcast app? Make sure your phone is up to date and check it out here! Mamamia acknowledges the traditional owners of the land on which we have recorded this podcast.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seasonal allergies are affecting many people across the area, and Samantha Rux of OSF St. Luke Medical Center recently joined Ken Peele on Wake Up Tri-Counties to discuss allergy prevention, when to seek medical care, and several upcoming OSF community activities. Rux said seasonal allergies can develop at different points in a person's life. Some people experience them as children and eventually grow out of them, while others may not develop noticeable symptoms until adulthood. Common symptoms can include a stuffy or congested nose, itchy eyes, and other irritation caused by allergens in the air. Preventing and Managing Seasonal Allergies Rux emphasized that people who know they suffer from seasonal allergies should be proactive about managing their symptoms. One important step is beginning an antihistamine routine before symptoms become severe, particularly during the spring and fall allergy seasons. Rux noted that medications can take some time to become fully effective. Other steps people can take include: Keeping windows closed when allergens are high Wearing a mask when doing outdoor chores Paying attention to pollen counts Starting allergy medication before symptoms become severe Working with a primary care provider to determine the best treatment Rux also explained that there are many different potential allergens in the air, so determining exactly what triggers a person's symptoms can be helpful. A primary care provider can discuss symptoms and, when appropriate, arrange allergy testing. Severe or untreated allergies can sometimes contribute to additional problems, including sinus infections. She added that primary care providers can help determine whether symptoms are simply allergies or whether something else may be developing. OSF St. Luke Offers Same-Day Care Options Rux reminded listeners that OSF Medical Group has primary care offices in Kewanee, Galva, and Sheffield. The offices offer primary care services and may have same-day appointment availability depending on the time of day and scheduling needs. Patients can call 309-852-7700 to inquire about an appointment. OSF patients can also use OSF MyChart to access services and schedule appointments online. Preparing for the New School Year With school back in session, Rux also reminded parents about school and sports physicals. Students who decide to participate in sports after initially not planning to do so may need a sports physical. OSF providers can help accommodate those appointments. OSF St. Luke will also continue working with local schools and plans to participate in upcoming activities, including a high school career fair in September. OSF Getting Involved in Hog Days Hog Days is another major event on OSF St. Luke's community calendar. OSF St. Luke is a major sponsor of the Hog Days Stampede, and the OSF OnCall King Caravan will be located near the Stampede finish line. Rux said the mobile health clinic will be available for community members who may want to learn more about the services offered or take advantage of available screenings. OSF will also have an entry in the Hog Days Parade, with mission partners participating along the parade route. Finding OSF Information Online Rux encouraged residents to keep up with OSF St. Luke's latest information through its website and social media channels. Information is available at OSFHealthCare.org, OSFStLuke.org, and on Facebook at OSF St. Luke Medical Center.

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ADHD is usually treated as a problem in the brain. But what if some of the factors making it harder to focus, regulate your mood, or manage your symptoms are actually coming from somewhere else in your body? In this episode, I'm joined by one of my producers, Emma, to explore ADHD through a functional medicine lens. We look beyond the diagnosis to ask what may be happening “under the hood”—from the gut and microbiome to inflammation, nutrient deficiencies, blood sugar, hormones, and the foods we eat. Because the brain doesn't operate in isolation. What happens throughout the body can directly influence how it functions. Here's what we discuss in today's episode: The surprising connection between your gut and your ability to focus—even if you have no digestive symptoms What I look for beyond the brain when someone comes to me with ADHD The everyday foods and nutrient deficiencies that may be quietly making ADHD symptoms worse Why two people with the same ADHD diagnosis may have completely different underlying drivers What caffeine, skipping breakfast, food dyes, sugar cravings, and menopause may mean for ADHD symptoms Where I would start if an adult came to me newly diagnosed with ADHD ADHD may begin with symptoms in the brain, but that doesn't mean the brain is the only place we should look. By understanding the connections between diet, gut health, inflammation, nutrients, hormones, and brain function, we can start asking a more useful question: What is making it harder for each person's brain to function at its best? Resources Mentioned: Learn more about becoming a patient at The UltraWellness Center: https://www.ultrawellnesscenter.com/becoming-a-patient/ Track key biomarkers with Function Health: https://functionhealth.com/mark (Use code MARK2026 for $50 off your membership.) Listen to our Office Hours episode on healing the gut and supporting the microbiome: https://drhyman.com/blogs/content/podcast-ep1152?srsltid=AfmBOop7-GuV4Oipdgt13uP6AFt0kFslCZwUfT_ssgtaBXK825KSHZif Listen to our full conversation with Jenna Free on ADHD regulation: https://drhyman.com/blogs/content/podcast-ep1172?srsltid=AfmBOooMv1oafxyIB8x7w1x8nETJCdN3Co5oRpR8RV_WHfhZYvwzZ3uH Have a question you'd love answered on Office Hours? Submit it here 0:00 Understanding ADHD through a functional medicine lens 3:00 Sponsor: Function 3:07 The gut-brain axis and ADHD 7:09 Case study: Severe behavioral issues and functional medicine approach 10:55 Nutritional deficiencies and the microbiome in ADHD 13:07 Microbiome's impact on attention and focus 15:57 Neurotransmitters, gut health, and intestinal permeability 21:23 Modern diet, nutrient deficiencies, and ADHD symptoms 26:34 Common nutrient deficiencies and their impact 31:00 Functional medicine strategies and personalized treatment plans 37:32 Rapid fire Q&A on ADHD and diet 43:26 Key takeaways: Diet, brain health, and functional medicine outcomes 44:48 Next steps: Working with practitioners and not suffering needlessly

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The cleanup continues this morning in central Utah following devastating storms over the weekend. Flooding caused significant damage in Emery County and strong winds created issues in Millard County. In fact, National Weather Service officials are on scene down there, trying to determine if a tornado blew through. At the same time, searches continue for more than a dozen people believed to have been caught in flooding in the Grand Canyon. What can people expect to see today across the region? KSL Meteorologist Matt Johnson joins Inside Sources to explain.  

Attorney General's Office announces new center to track financial crimes The Detour: Tonight's the last post-8 pm sunset of the year Tensions escalate in war with Iran Price of gas continues to hurt Americans' wallets -- could a deal with Venezuela help? Polling: Republicans may face a white married woman problem in the upcoming midterms Disagree Better: Is it still working in 2026? What can we learn about today's housing costs from a 54-year-old checkbook? MapQuest gets a new lease on life… thanks to Lake Ontario (eh, Lake America)

Severe high blood pressure and an unexplained feeling of heaviness led Adrienne to the emergency room at age 26, where scans revealed cysts throughout her kidneys and ultimately led to a diagnosis of autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD). With no family history of the condition, Adrienne learned that her ADPKD was caused by a spontaneous genetic mutation. In this episode of On Rare, David Rintell, Head of Patient Advocacy at BridgeBio, and Mandy Rohrig, Vice President of Patient Advocacy at BridgeBio, speak with Adrienne about navigating the uncertainty of a new diagnosis, recurrent hypertensive crises, and the discovery of brain aneurysms that eventually required a craniotomy. Adrienne also shares how finding the PKD community helped her feel less alone and inspired her to become a mentor, advocate, and patient voice in research and policy. Nile Abularrage, Senior Director of Business Development and Operations at GondolaBio, provides a scientific overview of ADPKD. ADPKD is a genetic condition that causes fluid-filled cysts to progressively grow in the kidneys, which can enlarge the kidneys and lead to pain, high blood pressure, and declining kidney function over time. While ADPKD is most often inherited from a parent, it can also result from a spontaneous genetic mutation, as it did for Adrienne. Nile also explains how ADPKD can affect other parts of the body, including an increased risk of intracranial aneurysms and cysts in the liver. While treatment options remain limited, he shares why this is an exciting time for ADPKD research, with growing interest and a number of promising approaches being explored for the community.

Severe weather across the state over the weekend...including in Millard County...where winds reached speeds up to 100 miles an hour.  Those winds wreaked havoc on the town of Lynndyl. Knocking down 34 train cars...ripping trees out of the ground...and breaking windows.  Joining me now LOVE with the latest is Millard County Sheriff Steve O'Camb

Evan Ellis details how an unprecedented "super El Niño" is battering the Americas, causing floods in Peru and severe droughts affecting the Panama Canal. He outlines political developments, including Chile's struggle to finance aging copper mining infrastructure despite high global prices. In Venezuela, the "Rodrigato" gang leadership continues to slow-walk democratic reforms while benefiting from US-supervised oil sales. Colombia's new conservative president, de la Espriella, has prioritized security and pro-business reforms. Finally, in Panama, the US is expanding security efforts to counter persistent Chinese commercial and diplomatic encirclement. (7)

1,000 people are still missing following the catastrophic flooding in Nepal, with a secondary flood threat complicating rescue missions. Also, 29 million people along the East Coast were impacted by severe storms last night, with more rain in the forecast. Plus, jury deliberations are underway in the Lindsay Clancy trial. And, NASA is gearing up to launch its most advanced space telescope yet. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thaddeus McCotter, former US Representative from Michigan and columnist for American Greatness, details the severe political and economic fallout of Trump's trade war with Canada, noting that insulting rhetoric like the "51st state" remark has politically boosted Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney. He explains that border states like Michigan and Maine share deep commercial integration, meaning 50% tariffs will directly harm their local economies. This unvetted policy blindsided senior Republican legislators, including Susan Collins, who openly opposed the tariffs and avoided a campaign rally with Vice President Vance. Ultimately, McCotter warns that these tariffs jeopardize critical Senate seats in highly contested swing states, giving rival Democrats a very major campaign advantage. (6)

Mike'l Severe is in for Happer. Schaefer and Severe talk NFL before setting up the show.

Mike Schaefer and Mike'l Severe conduct NFL Head Coach Power Rankings!

Mike Schaefer and Mike'l Severe discuss the portal before diving into how Nebraska has historically evaluate talent.

Mike'l Severe decides we should preview Sam Houston State from Phil Steele's CFB Magazine.

Schaefer and Severe react to Troy Dannen's appearance on the radio the other day addressing the concerns surrounding Nebraska's sellout streak.

Can preterm birth be prevented? Historically the answer has been no, and the numbers back that up. In 2006 the U.S. preterm birth rate was about 12 percent. In 2024 it was 10.4 percent. Medicine has gotten dramatically better at keeping premature babies alive, but almost no better at keeping pregnancies from ending early. In this episode, Kristin and Dr. Abdelhak make the case that the answer is yes, preterm birth can be prevented far more often than it is now, and that the field has been looking in the wrong place. Preterm birth is not one condition. It is a grab bag: placental abruption, systemic infection like appendicitis or pyelonephritis, uterine overdistension from twins, triplets, or polyhydramnios, trauma, severe hypertension, stimulant and cocaine use. Every one of those causes announces itself. The woman with triplets is obviously carrying triplets. The woman with an abruption is bleeding and in pain. So what about the woman with none of that, doing everything right, who shows up at 30 weeks contracting and three centimeters dilated? For forty years the answer was "subclinical infection," a diagnosis Dr. Abdelhak takes apart in this episode. If it is subclinical, why is preterm labor the only clinical thing it ever does? Why does an appendicitis start with pain and fever and end in labor, while this mystery infection skips straight to the last step? And after four decades of amniocentesis studies cataloguing cytokines, interleukins, and prostaglandins, where is the treatment? There isn't one, because researchers found exactly what they went looking for. His answer is mechanical, not microbial. The cervix is a timekeeper on the pregnancy. Conventional teaching says contractions open the cervix. He argues it runs the other way: the cervix quietly gives way over weeks, and when it opens far enough, labor starts. That is why he says he is almost never surprised by a preterm labor. He was already watching the cervix shorten. Also covered: why previous preterm birth is the single strongest risk factor (it is the same cervix), why cone biopsy raises risk more than LEEP does, what funneling on ultrasound actually tells you, the difference between classic cervical insufficiency and the milder version that still lets you reach the third trimester, and why a three-hour precipitous labor at 38 weeks may be the same finding wearing a friendlier face. The practical takeaway: serial cervical length measurement for anyone with a red flag, first-time moms included, and cerclage when the cervix starts to open. Screening plus treatment, not a pill for an infection nobody can find. Plus: why the president and Taylor Swift would get their cervix measured every single week, and what that tells you about the standard of care the rest of us are offered. Topics covered, in order Why this topic is worth repeating, and why the framing here is not the conventional one The better question: preventing preterm birth, not preterm labor Fifty years, the March of Dimes, and a rate that has barely moved What we did get better at: neonatal survival and outcomes, not prevention Preterm birth as a grab bag, not a single disease Placental abruption Systemic infection: appendicitis, pyelonephritis, sepsis, severe pneumonia, COVID The subclinical infection theory, and the case against it Why the amniocentesis and cytokine studies found what they set out to find Uterine overdistension: twins, triplets, polyhydramnios Trauma, decidual hemorrhage Severe hypertension, pulsatile flow, and abruption risk before 20 weeks Cocaine, methamphetamine, smoking The patient nobody can explain, and what is actually going on The core claim: dilation causes the contractions, not the other way around Why Dr. Abdelhak is rarely surprised by a preterm labor Mild cervical insufficiency, and "dreamlike" cervical insufficiency at 38 weeks Why previous preterm birth is the number one risk factor LEEP versus cone biopsy, and why cone matters more Normal variation in cervical length, and the big nose analogy Length is not everything: bulk, thickness, and how the cervix feels Funneling on ultrasound as a warning sign The proposal: serial cervical length screening plus cerclage Why the numbers are U.S. numbers, and why international rates are not trustworthy The VIP standard of care, and who actually gets weekly scans Key takeaways Preterm birth is not one condition. Abruption, systemic infection, overdistension, trauma, and severe hypertension each have their own mechanism, and each is usually obvious on arrival. "Subclinical infection" is not a diagnosis, it is a placeholder. Forty years in, it has produced no treatment and no measurable drop in the preterm birth rate. The cervix is the timekeeper. When it is weak, it opens slowly over weeks, and labor follows the opening rather than causing it. Previous preterm birth predicts the next one because it is the same cervix. You cannot order a new one. Cone biopsy raises preterm birth risk more than LEEP, because more cervix is removed. Length is a clue, not a verdict. Plenty of women have naturally short cervixes and carry to term. Funneling, bulk, and change over time matter as much as a single number. The intervention that would move the needle already exists. Serial cervical length measurement in anyone with a risk factor, and cerclage when it starts to open. Screening and treatment, not a mystery pill. Terms mentioned Placental abruption — the placenta separating from the uterine wall before delivery. Pyelonephritis — kidney infection. Polyhydramnios — too much amniotic fluid. Uterine overdistension — the uterus stretched beyond its comfortable capacity, as with twins or triplets. Cervical insufficiency — a cervix that opens without labor. Funneling — the cervix opening from the inside out, visible on ultrasound before any external change. Cerclage — a stitch placed to reinforce the cervix. LEEP and cone biopsy — procedures removing cervical tissue after abnormal Pap or HPV findings. Precipitous labor — a very fast labor, often under three hours. Memorable quotes: "I am telling you what happened was the three centimeters dilated caused the contractions." "If it's subclinical, why doesn't it stay that way?" "The cervix is a mechanical timekeeper on the pregnancy." Got something you want to share or ask? Keep it coming. 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Dr. Mark George is the principal psychiatric investigator of Abbott's TRANSCEND study and also a professor of psychiatry at MUSC Health Institute of Psychiatry.  The TRANSCEND study represents a paradigm shift in depression treatment by investigating deep brain stimulation as a potential solution for treatment-resistant depression. This research involves surgically implanting a device that delivers targeted electrical stimulation to specific brain circuits. By reframing depression as a brain disorder rather than a chemical imbalance, this study emphasizes the biological nature of depression, offering an alternative to a condition with limited options. Mark explains, "There are a lot of people, unfortunately, maybe a quarter of the people with depression who lead lives of misery where the medications and talking just don't get them back on their game. And so that's what we call treatment-resistant depression. And that's where I've spent my career trying to come up with new treatments."   "Well, so if the medications aren't working, you can try even more medicines, but the odds go way down. So there's a whole class of things where we actually stimulate the brain to try to, non-invasively and not using a pill, get in and change circuits in the brain. And those have started to really transform the care of treatment-resistant depression. There are several of them that are both non-invasive, and then others that are invasive."  "But the real holy grail would be for us to find the circuit or the spot in the brain and be able to put something there and then fix it. And then there you go, you live your life, and it would not be a pill that you have to take every day. And it would not have systemic side effects like medications. It wouldn't cause weight gain, sexual side effects, those kinds of things. So the real interest in the deep brain stimulation study that Abbott TRANSCEND is: "Could we stick a wire in the area of the brain that's not working right and pass very, very small amounts of electricity and really wake somebody up and get them out of their depression?" #Abbott #DBS #TRANSCENDstudy  #TRD #TreatmentReistantDepression TRANSCEND  Download the transcript here

Dr. Mark George is the principal psychiatric investigator of Abbott's TRANSCEND study and also a professor of psychiatry at MUSC Health Institute of Psychiatry.  The TRANSCEND study represents a paradigm shift in depression treatment by investigating deep brain stimulation as a potential solution for treatment-resistant depression. This research involves surgically implanting a device that delivers targeted electrical stimulation to specific brain circuits. By reframing depression as a brain disorder rather than a chemical imbalance, this study emphasizes the biological nature of depression, offering an alternative to a condition with limited options. Mark explains, "There are a lot of people, unfortunately, maybe a quarter of the people with depression who lead lives of misery where the medications and talking just don't get them back on their game. And so that's what we call treatment-resistant depression. And that's where I've spent my career trying to come up with new treatments."   "Well, so if the medications aren't working, you can try even more medicines, but the odds go way down. So there's a whole class of things where we actually stimulate the brain to try to, non-invasively and not using a pill, get in and change circuits in the brain. And those have started to really transform the care of treatment-resistant depression. There are several of them that are both non-invasive, and then others that are invasive."  "But the real holy grail would be for us to find the circuit or the spot in the brain and be able to put something there and then fix it. And then there you go, you live your life, and it would not be a pill that you have to take every day. And it would not have systemic side effects like medications. It wouldn't cause weight gain, sexual side effects, those kinds of things. So the real interest in the deep brain stimulation study that Abbott TRANSCEND is: "Could we stick a wire in the area of the brain that's not working right and pass very, very small amounts of electricity and really wake somebody up and get them out of their depression?" #Abbott #DBS #TRANSCENDstudy  #TRD #TreatmentReistantDepression TRANSCEND  Listen to the podcast here

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Send us Fan MailA term newborn looks fine on mom's chest, then crashes within minutes. By the time transport arrives, there's a pH of 6.9, a lactate over 10, and a baby already intubated and on surfactant. Is this pulmonary hypertension, congenital heart disease, or something else entirely? In this episode of From the Heart, It's Complicated, Dr. Adrianne Bischoff and Dr. Nim Goldshtrom work through a real, complex neonatal cardiac case in real time — the kind of case that keeps neonatologists up at night. They break down how to clinically differentiate PPHN from congenital heart disease with limited data, why epinephrine's response mattered more than the blood pressure number, how therapeutic hypothermia can unmask cardiac dysfunction, and why "blue is always better than gray" when managing a shunt-dependent circulation. Along the way: real literature, real physiology, and the reasoning behind decisions made under pressure, with a surprise diagnosis at the end. Support the showAs always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below.Enjoy!

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This episode features Stephanie Peacock in conversation with Elizabeth Aylor Fitness, who shares her own long, hard-earned path through eczema, asthma, OCD, severe bloating, parasites, SIBO, mold exposure, and mast cell activation. The discussion centers on why gut issues keep relapsing, why motility and nervous system regulation matter so much, and how a root-cause approach can create real recovery.In this episode, Stephanie and Elizabeth cover the overlap between SIBO, histamine intolerance, thyroid dysfunction, mold toxicity, and hormone imbalance. Elizabeth also explains why she avoids overusing kill protocols, elimination diets, and trendy supplements, and instead starts with restoration, food reintroduction, and individualized testing.About our guest:Elizabeth Aylor is a Holistic Nutritionist & Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P) who utilizes advanced functional testing to uncover hidden dysfunction within the gut, immune system, hormones, detoxification pathways, and metabolism, allowing clients to address root causes rather than simply manage symptoms.Her passion comes from personal experience. At 22, I found myself struggling with severe depression, chronic digestive dysfunction, H. pylori, candida, multiple gut pathogens, food sensitivities, and an eating disorder. After years of searching for answers, I immersed myself in functional nutrition and root-cause medicine, ultimately rebuilding my health from the inside out.Timestamps:00:00 - Welcome and setting up the conversation06:15 - Elizabeth's background and why she says she has “an answer for everything”09:35 - Childhood eczema, asthma, OCD, antidepressants, and early weight gain10:48 - Vegetarian to vegan to raw vegan and 80 10 1012:06 - Severe bloating, constipation, parasites, H. pylori, and SIBO14:58 - Creating her own 90 day restoration protocol15:28 - Rebuilding health, body composition, and her business16:20 - Mold exposure, histamine reactions, and thyroid dysfunction return18:26 - Working with over 3,000 women with chronic illness19:35 - Why SIBO keeps getting brushed aside20:23 - Biggest causes of SIBO and what keeps people stuck21:39 - Why breath tests and self-diagnosis miss the bigger picture23:09 - Why motility and restoration come before kill protocols24:49 - Why supplements like HCL, probiotics, fiber, and green powders can backfire25:40 - Stephanie summarizes the restoration-first approach26:10 - How dysbiosis affects detox pathways and the liver27:09 - Nervous system regulation as a core piece of healing28:14 - Root causes beyond SIBO, including thyroid, food poisoning, and stress29:18 - Hormones, Dutch testing, and perimenopause31:18 - Mold, histamine, and environmental exposure32:48 - Migrating motor complex and why frequent snacking can worsen symptoms34:16 - How Elizabeth starts restoration with motility, nutrition, and lifestyle35:45 - Three bowel movements in three days for a no-gallbladder client36:52 - Strategic supplement use and why less is more38:14 - Histamine intolerance and mast cell activation syndrome39:45 - The histamine bucket explanation41:12 - Conditions that mimic SIBO and add to dysbiosis43:31 - What not to buy and what tests to avoid44:26 - Best practitioner qualities and test selection45:44 - Why lived experience matters in a practitioner49:17 - Elimination diets and when they backfire52:43 - Nervous system tools like acupuncture, EMDR, breathwork, and daily wins53:56 - Peptides, GLP 1s, and why root cause still comes first57:39 - Final encouragement and where to find ElizabethLinks:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elizabethaylorfitness/?hl=enWebsite: https://www.elizabethaylorfitness.com/ Stephanie's links:Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drstephpeacockInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drstephpeacock/Website: https://stephaniepeacock.com/Substack: https://substack.com/@holistichubcommunityRetreat in November: https://www.vitalresetretreat.com/

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1:48:23 – Welcome to Tape Land! On each episode, I’ll present the audio of a cassette tape or historic recording from my collection. It’s a way to help motivate me to release more of my archives. Continuing the audiobook version of my “failed science fiction novel” Severe Repair. This time… CUPLINE 5: THE CARBONIZE NEIGHBOR […]

Lorenzo Fiori reports Europe's severe heatwave is finally breaking as heavy rain and storms across Switzerland and Northern Italy drop temperatures by up to 20 degrees. This rainfall offers critical, long-awaited relief for the dry Po River, which has reached record lows. To escape over-tourism, Fiori recommends Chieti, a historic hilltop town in the Abruzzo region boasting Roman ruins, scenic views of the Adriatic Sea, and nearby mountain peaks. Visitors can explore the medieval fortress of Rocca Calascio and enjoy local culinary traditions, including macaroni with fresh pesto, paired with local white Trebbiano or full-bodied red Montepulciano wine. (5)

A tornado ripping through the capital of Delaware, damaging homes and businesses, while other parts of the region hit with extreme winds, torrential rain and flash flooding. Also, new developments in the criminal investigations facing former Congressman Eric Swalwell with federal agents now getting involved. Plus, our exclusive interview with "Nascar" Hall of Famer Kurt Busch opening up about the painful and unexpected loss of his younger brother and fellow driver, Kyle. And questions are being raised on what's behind Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's unexpected move back to the U.K. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Episode DescriptionWhat can emergency managers learn when disasters strike very different communities at nearly the same time?In this episode of the Emergency Management Network Podcast, Todd DeVoe and Andrew Boyarsky return from the IAEM Region 9 Symposium in Honolulu with a fresh perspective on preparedness, logistics, resilience, and the power of community.The conversation begins in Hawaii, where geography changes nearly every assumption emergency managers make about mutual aid and logistics. When help, equipment, food, and personnel may be thousands of miles away, “leaning forward” isn't simply good practice—it can be essential.Todd and Andrew then turn to the severe storms, flooding, and tornadoes affecting Indiana and other parts of the country. Different hazards. Different geography. But many of the same lessons.Emergency managers cannot afford to plan only for what happened last time. Wildfires can create tomorrow's debris-flow problem. Extreme rainfall can overwhelm places that have never flooded before. And communities that wait until disaster strikes to build relationships have already lost valuable time.The most important lesson may also be the simplest: preparedness begins with people.From involving residents in emergency planning to knowing the people who live next door, resilience is built long before the EOC activates. Government can facilitate the process, but it cannot create resilient communities by itself.Two storms. Two very different places. One lesson: know your community, understand your vulnerabilities, build relationships before the disaster, and prepare for the events everyone says could never happen here.Two Storms, One LessonCommunity, Preparedness, and the Paradox of ParadiseHosts: Todd DeVoe and Andrew BoyarskyPodcast: Emergency Management Network PodcastIn This EpisodeTodd and Andrew reflect on their time at the IAEM Region 9 Symposium in Honolulu and the lessons that Hawaii offers emergency managers everywhere.Hawaii's beauty comes with significant vulnerabilities. Distance from the mainland, separation between islands, limited transportation routes, and dependence on imported resources mean emergency managers must think differently about logistics and mutual aid.The discussion then moves to severe weather affecting Indiana and other parts of the United States, including flooding, tornadoes, high winds, and the challenge of preparing for hazards in places where people may believe, “That doesn't happen here.”Todd and Andrew explore what these events mean for emergency managers preparing for the next disaster—and why yesterday's assumptions may no longer be enough.Topics Discussed* Lessons from the IAEM Region 9 Symposium in Honolulu* Hawaii's unique emergency management challenges* The logistics of supporting remote and island communities* The importance of pre-positioning resources and leaning forward* Severe storms, tornadoes, flooding, and changing hazard conditions* Wildfires and the secondary threat of debris flows and land movement* Normalcy bias and the danger of saying, “That never happens here”* Thinking about the unthinkable* Community Lifelines and community preparedness* Bringing residents into the emergency planning process* Building relationships before disaster strikes* Knowing your neighbors as a preparedness strategy* CERT, VOAD, COAD, nonprofits, and volunteer organizations as force multipliers* Government's role as a facilitator rather than the sole source of solutions* Hawaii's “paradox of paradise”* The spirit of Ohana and what it can teach emergency managers about resilienceTwo Storms, One LessonThe hazards may be different, but the lesson is remarkably similar.Emergency managers must understand the communities they serve—not simply their hazards, infrastructure, and response capabilities, but their people, relationships, vulnerabilities, strengths, and culture.Preparedness cannot begin when the warning is issued.It begins when neighbors meet one another. It happens when residents participate in emergency planning. It grows when government, nonprofits, volunteers, businesses, and community organizations build relationships before anyone needs them.As Todd observes in the episode, government doesn't always have the answer to every problem. But it can help create the conversations, partnerships, and conditions that allow a community to become stronger.Key TakeawayUnderstand where you live. Know your vulnerabilities. Listen to your community. Build relationships before the emergency.Because when disaster strikes, resilience isn't something we suddenly create.It's something we discover we have already built.Stay safe. Stay hydrated. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit emnetwork.substack.com/subscribe

Severe weather brings two tornadoes to New York City and Long Island; an Air Force-chartered civilian just crashes in Alaska, killing all 8 on board; California officials protest plan to sell public lands for oil projects; Ukrainian refugee says looming healthcare cuts for Washington a 'catastrophe '; Michigan lung specialist challenges EPA truck emissions proposal.

Simon Constable, writer for the Wall Street Journal, discusses European climate anomalies and their severe impact on global commodities. Speaking from the south of France, Constable reports temperatures reaching 35 degrees Celsius, contributing to low water levels in the Danube, Rhine, and Po rivers. These climate constraints, alongside maritime blockades of Ukrainian ports, have driven up prices for energy, wheat, and coffee. Turning to UK politics, Constable criticizes Prime Minister Keir Starmer for failing to spur house-building and notes that regional politicians like Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham lack an international profile. Finally, he reviews a longevity quiz from the Wall Street Journal, which highlights that the wealthiest Americans live fourteen years longer than the poorest. He notes that Japan leads the world in centenarians, emphasizing that geographic location and financial wealth are pivotal factors in determining an individual's healthy lifespan. (8)

Michael Bernstam of the Hoover Institution warns of a severe global crisis in refined petroleum products, especially diesel, gasoline, and jet fuel. Bernstam explains that the "crack spread"—the cost differential between crude oil and refined diesel—has reached an unprecedented historical peak of over $102 per barrel. This crisis stems from a fifty-year systemic failure, during which no major new refineries were built in the United States or Europe. Compounding this, sophisticated Ukrainian drone strikes have successfully knocked out 40% of Russia's refining capacity, forcing the major oil exporter to ban refined product exports and become an importer. Additionally, China has halted refined exports to meet its domestic demand. Bernstam warns that the resulting global diesel shortage directly threatens agricultural planting, harvesting, and regional food security, particularly for developing nations as winter approaches. (6)

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Gov. Tim Walz authorized state disaster assistance for six southern Minnesota counties following severe storms and floods earlier this summer. Walz says the state will provide funding and public assistance to help rebuild critical public infrastructure damaged in the storm.Documents from a lawsuit against firearms retailer Fleet Farm were made public Wednesday. The case was settled in February. Attorney General Keith Ellison's office sued Fleet Farm in 2022. It alleged that the retailer negligently sold firearms to straw buyers.Mike Lindell says he'll pay for a hand recount in the Republican governor primary that he lost by tens of thousands of votes. The founder of MyPillow says he wants a statewide hand recount and audit of every paper ballot cast in the Republican primary for governor.

Are leg cramps waking you up at night? Discover what causes leg cramps at night, how to stop nighttime leg cramps, and what you can do to get better sleep.0:00 Night leg cramps0:40 The causes of leg cramps at night1:29 Muscle cramps and magnesium deficiency2:19 Magnesium for leg cramps not working3:13 What causes magnesium deficiency?4:43 How to stop leg cramps 5:40 Magnesium glycinate 6:28 Severe leg cramps

In this episode of Resiliency Radio with Dr. Jill, Dr. Jill Carnahan welcomes reproductive endocrinologist and fertility specialist Dr. Jaime Knopman to explore the often-overlooked connection between perimenopause, fertility decline, and reproductive health. With infertility now affecting an estimated one in six people worldwide, Dr. Knopman explains why fertility should be treated as an essential marker of women's health—not a conversation that begins only when someone is ready to become pregnant. Together, they discuss ovarian reserve, AMH testing, egg freezing, delayed motherhood, fertility after cancer treatment, and what women need to understand about their reproductive timeline. Whether you're planning a family now, considering pregnancy later, or entering perimenopause, this conversation provides practical insights to help you make informed decisions about fertility and your future.

Millions of people are waking up to heat advisories across the country, while cleanup from severe flooding in the Midwest is underway. Also, tributes continue to pour in as investigators try to determine how the 36-year-old actress Hayden Panettiere died. Plus, details on the Buss family drama, how Jeanie Buss and her siblings are taking their feud public after debating their ownership of the Lakers. And, how some collectors are turning to new kinds of classic cars. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS THE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW 8-14-2026.Jeff Bliss discusses the severe threats posed by a potential "super El Niño," which could lead to massive coastal erosion, mudslides, and heavy rains in Los Angeles, similar to the damage seen in previous severe weather years. He also reports on active wildfires in California, such as the Timber Fire in Monterey County and the Bug Fire near the Nevada border, noting that humans cause roughly 90 to 95% of these blazes. Shifting to entertainment, Bliss describes the highly anticipated opening of the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, which features the "Skywalker Grill"—a restaurant causing excitement among Los Angeles foodies for its Michelin-star potential. Additionally, Bliss covers the landmark $12.8 billion purchase of the Los Angeles Lakers by a group involving Jared Kushner and Bob Iger. Finally, he touches on the legal controversy surrounding the Paramount-Skydance merger and David Ellison's threat to move production out of Hollywood. (1)Gene Marks shares insights from White House advisor Kevin Hassett regarding the validity of government economic data, with Hassett favoring durable goods orders and unemployment claims over revised surveys. Marks reports a generally positive outlook for small businesses, citing an uptick in optimism and a four-year high in manufacturing activity driven by the AI and data center explosion. He notes that while tariffs and $4 gasoline remain concerns, many businesses are absorbing costs without significant impact on sales. Marks characterizes the United States as an "entrepreneur's paradise" because of the ease of starting a business and the high availability of capital. He highlights that nearly half a million new business applications are filed monthly, supported by record levels of private debt and venture capital. Marks concludes that despite various uncertainties, the small business sector remains resilient and is continuing to hire. (2)Jim McTague provides a report on the "mixed" economy of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, observing that retail activity is picking up due to back-to-school shopping despite inflationary pressures. He notes that discount giants like Costco are packed as shoppers seek relief from high prices, while tourism traffic at local hotels and amusement parks has lightened midweek. McTague also highlights local opposition to data centers, making them a contentious political issue for upcoming elections. A central focus is the "Heritage Paris" patisserie at Park City Mall, where a French chef sells premium handcrafted pastries. McTague describes high-end offerings like the "Popcorn Illusion" pastry priced at $17.95, illustrating a market for luxury food even in a cautious economy. He humorously recounts his own difficulty resisting these treats while on a low-carb diet, emphasizing that the shop is a significant draw for local residents. (3)Lorenzo Fiori describes a "disaster" situation in Europe caused by severe drought and record heat, with water restrictions implemented in Swiss towns and critically low levels in northern Italy's Po River. The drought has turned the normally green Alps brown and disrupted lake navigation. Simultaneously, Sicily's Mount Etna has entered a prolonged eruption phase, spewing ash for seven days and forcing the cancellation of 700 flights at Catania airport during the peak tourist season. Fiori notes the chaos caused by tourists seeking "eruption selfies" in dangerous areas. For a cultural reprieve, he recommends the Bernina Express rail journey, which reaches the highest railway point in Europe. He also shares a traditional recipe for polenta with Gorgonzola cheese, paired with local Valtellina wine, though he expresses concern that the drought may soon impact milk production from Alpine cows. (4)Bob Zimmerman details the robotic mission by startup Catalyst to rescue NASA's Swift Space Telescope, utilizing innovative software to maneuver a servicing craft despite thruster failures. He highlights SpaceX's massive Starshipproduction line in Boca Chica, noting that four prototypes are ready for monthly launches and upcoming orbital refueling tests. Zimmerman also discusses Lockheed Martin's strategic investments in rocket startups like Firefly to secure launch capabilities. On the international front, he reports on Poland's successful protest against Starlink roaming restrictions and Vietnam's first satellite contract with an American company, SpaceX, signaling a shift toward U.S. ties. Additionally, Zimmerman covers the State Department's efforts to pull India away from Russian space partnerships and NASA's collaboration with the Department of Energy on nuclear propulsion for Mars. He concludes with breathtaking imagery of stars orbiting the Milky Way's central black hole. (5)Alex Wright, author of Empire of Ink: The Printers, Rogues, and Radicals Who Invented the American Newspaper, Part Two: Wright recounts the history of American newspapers, focusing on the Civil War's impact on journalism. He highlights George Smalley's groundbreaking combat reporting at Antietam, where Smalley wrote a vivid account on a night train to secure the "scoop of all scoops" for the Tribune. Wright also explores "soldier-published" newspapers that provided a slice of camp life and the origins of Stars and Stripes. Moving west, he describes the dangerous life of frontier editors, such as Mark Twain, who carried revolvers to defend against aggrieved readers and occasionally fled town to avoid duels. Wright explains how newspapers became "gold mines" by discovering the revenue potential of patent medicine advertising, which once accounted for half of all ads. He concludes by drawing parallels between the fragmented, anything-goes media landscape of the 19th century and today's digital era of content creators and AI. (6)Henry Sokolski examines the "Golden Dome," a proposed $185 billion space-based missile defense project that mirrors the Cold War-era SDI. He warns that the program's lack of transparency is "suicidal" for its funding, as Congress remains in the dark about its primary mission. Sokolski notes that while technology is closer to practicality than 40 years ago, current threats are often low-cost drones rather than intercontinental missiles. In the energy sector, he highlights Elon Musk's $10 billion "Project Crystal Sun" solar factory in Texas, which Musk frames as capturing the "fusion reactor" of the sun. Sokolski observes that even conservative states are voting with their pocketbooks for renewables as battery storage investments double. Finally, he touches on a mutual defense pact between Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan, suggesting a "Sunni NATO" is emerging due to a lack of confidence in U.S. security guarantees. (7)Angela DiFulvio explains a theoretical method for detecting nuclear weapons in low Earth orbit to prevent catastrophes like the 1962 Starfish Prime experiment, which destroyed a third of existing satellites. She describes an "inspector" satellite designed to induce a unique radioactive signature from fissile material using high-energy protons. DiFulvio details technical challenges, such as "pulse shape discrimination," to distinguish weapon-related neutrons from background cosmic radiation in the harsh space environment. She suggests that an international agency like the IAEAmight oversee these inspectors to ensure space remains weapon-free. DiFulvio emphasizes that while tests can occur in classified environments, more research is needed on the survivability of sensing electronics. She warns that a modern orbital nuclear detonation would be catastrophic for global infrastructure, specifically mentioning the vulnerability of massive constellations like Starlink. (8)

Lorenzo Fiori describes a "disaster" situation in Europe caused by severe drought and record heat, with water restrictions implemented in Swiss towns and critically low levels in northern Italy's Po River. The drought has turned the normally green Alps brown and disrupted lake navigation. Simultaneously, Sicily's Mount Etna has entered a prolonged eruption phase, spewing ash for seven days and forcing the cancellation of 700 flights at Catania airport during the peak tourist season. Fiori notes the chaos caused by tourists seeking "eruption selfies" in dangerous areas. For a cultural reprieve, he recommends the Bernina Express rail journey, which reaches the highest railway point in Europe. He also shares a traditional recipe for polenta with Gorgonzola cheese, paired with local Valtellina wine, though he expresses concern that the drought may soon impact milk production from Alpine cows. (4)

Mary Anastasia O'Grady, Wall Street Journal editorial board: Venezuela is grappling with the aftermath of severe earthquakes while navigating a complex political transition under the Trump administration's influence. Despite increased oil production, major oil companies are hesitant to invest because of a lack of contractual assurances, bureaucratic overreach, and the absence of a legitimate rule of law. Mary Anastasia O'Grady explains that the current provisional government, led by Delcy Rodríguez, is associated with the previous narco-terror regime, creating a transparency crisis regarding oil profits held in US escrow accounts. While the administration pursues a three-phase plan of stabilization, recovery, and a return to democracy, O'Grady argues the regime is simply buying time to stay in power. As long as oil prices remain high and the US is preoccupied with conflicts in the Middle East, the illegitimate regime has little incentive to hold the free and fair elections demanded by popular opposition leader María Corina Machado. (2)