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The Pod of Inquiry The Podcast For Human Optimization And Understanding

The Pod of Inquiry The Podcast For Human Optimization And Understanding

By: Dr. Stephen L. Barrett
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The Podcast For Human Optimization And Understanding - The Pod Of Inquiry is designed to empower you with knowledge. What happens from there is up to you. Your host, Dr. Stephen Barrett, has designed this show to take you down some very deep rabbit holes hopefully bringing you back out again, relatively unscathed, but cerebrally wicked enabling a better understanding of all things worthy of inquiry. Past topics on the podcast include: Podiatry; Adhesive Arachnoiditis; Alzheimers; Antioxidants; Autoimmunity; Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy; Biomechanics; Charcot Neuroarthropathy; Diabetes; Diabetic Foot Ulcers; Diabetic Neuropathy; Diagnostic Ultrasound; Direct pay medical care; Drop Foot; Functional Medicine; hallux limitus; Hallux Valgus Surgery; Hashimoto's Disease; Heel Pain; Holistic Medicine; Inflammation; Iodine; Ketamine; Melatonin; Metabolism; Mortons Entrapment; Nitric Oxide; Ozone Therapy; Pain; Palmitoylethanolamide; Peptides; Peripheral Nerve Surgery; Peripheral Neuropathy; Plantar Fasciitis; PRP; Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy (PEMF); Regenerative Medicine; Remy; Restless Leg Syndrome; Stem Cells; Sub clinical nerve entrapment; Tarsal Tunnel; The Phoenix Sign; Thyroid; Triglycerides; and more.2024 Hygiene & Healthy Living Physical Illness & Disease
Episodes
  • Reduce Stress Instantly — 40% in Minutes! (Science-Backed) | Karen Maloney | S7 - E4
    Aug 25 2025

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    Unlock the missing pillar of biohacking that most people overlook — emotional and energetic optimization. In this episode, I sit down with Irish life coach Karen Maloney, who went from high-functioning anxiety and emotional chaos to mastering "inside-out transformation."

    Discover the science-backed tapping technique proven to reduce stress by 40% in just minutes — anywhere, anytime. Whether you’re into sleep, nutrition, or exercise optimization, this 4th pillar can amplify every aspect of your health and performance.

    🔥 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

    🧠 The “Radio Frequency” Theory — Why you attract what you don’t want (and how to shift it)
    ⚡ Live Rapid Tapping Demo — Watch and feel the immediate impact
    🔬 The Science of Tapping — How acupressure points reset your nervous system
    💡 The 90-Second Emotion Rule — A game-changing way to handle feelings
    🎯 3-Step Framework — “I feel… because… but it’s possible…”

    Karen’s powerful story of resilience — from grief, anxiety, and trauma to emotional freedom — shows how shifting your internal frequency can transform your external reality.

    👉 If a skeptical doctor felt lighter and calmer in minutes, imagine what consistent practice could do for you.

    🎧 Listen to the full episode: Season 7, Episode 4
    Available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major platforms.

    Visit our website https://podofinquiry.com/latest-episodes/ - click on the show link to read the show notes and get more information.


    Timestamps:

    00:00 - Opening & Introduction
    01:44 - Karen's Background & Journey
    10:19 - Personal Transformation Story
    19:49 - Transformation Process Details
    28:20 - Habits, Routines & Presence
    31:47 - Rapid Tapping Explanation
    40:33 - Live Tapping Demonstration
    49:44 - Practical Application & Closing

    -- Hashtags --
    #StressRelief #Biohacking #TappingTherapy #EmotionalHealing #ReduceAnxiety #MindBodyConnection #KarenMaloney

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    57 mins
  • How To Actually Use Your PEMF Device? | Bob Dennis, PhD | S7 - E3
    Aug 18 2025

    Most PEMF content explains the science (important, but not immediately helpful). This episode with Dr. Bob Dennis—the brilliant PhD engineer behind Flux Health—is pure implementation gold.

    In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
    ✅ The counterintuitive intensity secret that solves 95% of “it’s not working” issues
    ✅ Exact coil placements for spine, digits, and nerve injuries (your instincts might be wrong)
    ✅ Why lower power often outperforms higher power
    ✅ The “Omni 8” protocol: your one-size-fits-most solution
    ✅ Pre-surgical PEMF setups for faster recovery
    ✅ Vagal nerve stimulation for anxiety and chronic pain

    The Money Shot
    At age 40, Dr. Dennis’s spine looked like a 65-year-old’s. After 20+ years of daily PEMF use, at 61 his spine now matches that of a 50-year-old.
    That’s not just slowing aging—it’s reversing it.

    What You’ll Walk Away With:
    • Default PEMF settings that work for 80% of applications
    • The physics of coil placement made simple
    • Session duration guidelines—from 10 minutes to all-day use
    • How to stack PEMF with other therapies for better results

    Perfect For:
    • Chronic pain
    • Post-surgical recovery
    • Athletic performance
    • General wellness optimization

    🎧 Listen Now on your favorite podcast platform
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    Please register your patients at - www.tremorstudy.com

    Profound Health : https://profound-health.com/product-category/bioregulators/?aff=PODOF
    (A Trusted Source for Natural & Synthetic Bioregulators)

    Essential Energy : https://essentialenergy.solutions/?sca_ref=9026629.TgisoqpDPz
    Your 10% discount code is POI10
    ( Photonic EMF Protection + Bio Tuning )

    Visit our website https://podofinquiry.com/latest-episodes/ - click on the show link to read the show notes and get more information.

    Timestamps:
    00:00 – Introduction
    02:03 – Host Intro Continued
    03:49 – Community Resources & Test Disk
    05:50 – M1 Quick Start Guide Overview
    08:22 – B5 C5 vs Omni Eight Protocols
    12:30 – Regenerative Theory & Omni Eight
    17:04 – Intensity & Habituation
    20:01 – Rest Protocols
    21:17 – Coil Placement Physics
    29:17 – Placement Guidelines by Body Part
    33:04 – Peripheral Nerve Applications
    36:35 – Penetration Physics & Schumann Resonances
    41:53 – Earthing/Grounding Discussion
    44:51 – Research Protocols & TMS
    50:10 – TMS Safety & Applications
    57:02 – Vagal Nerve Stimulation & Brainwave Entrainment
    58:29 – Clinical Applications Summary
    1:00:32 – Usage Duration & Frequency
    1:04:55 – Personal Case Study & Contact Info

    -- Hashtags --
    #PEMF #DrBobDennis #FluxHealth #PEMFtherapy #PainRelief #Healing #Wellness #Recovery #AthleticPerformance #VagusNerveStimulation #ChronicPain #HealthOptimization #Biohacking

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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • Invisible Danger That's Hiding In Plain Sight? (Part-2) | Dan Stachofsky | S7 - E2
    Aug 11 2025

    In this week’s Pod of Inquiry episode, I sit down with Dan Stachofsky—founder of Essential Energy Solutions—for the continuation of one of the most eye-opening conversations on EMFs and health I’ve had in over 5 years.

    Here’s What You'll Learn:

    🔬 A Shocking Discovery
    Dan presents a graph of EMF frequency exposure over the last century—and when overlaid with chronic disease incidence in the U.S., the curves are nearly identical. This isn’t just correlation; it's causation with clear biological mechanisms.

    ⚡ Your Body Is an Electrical System

    90% of light frequencies are processed through your eyes

    Blue light disrupts your hypothalamus, causing hormone chaos

    The result? Sleep disorders, digestive issues, and untraceable inflammation

    🌅 Fix Your Sleep—Starting Tonight
    Want better sleep? Watch the sunrise. Dan explains how early morning light triggers melatonin production 16 hours later—plus 6 other zero-cost EMF hygiene strategies.

    💡 Breakthrough Technology: Structured Light Plates
    Dan’s company developed harmonizing light plates that restructure the photons your body emits—restoring balance without blocking EMFs.

    Backed by Independent Research:
    ✅ 10-minute tests show EMF stress reduction, hormone regulation, and organ support
    ✅ Live blood analysis shows immediate cell improvement
    ✅ Agricultural studies show increased yields, fertility, and healthier bees

    Why This Episode Matters for Your Practice:
    If patients are plateauing despite perfect protocols, EMF stress could be the missing link. Dan breaks down:
    • How EMF amplifies other toxins
    • Tools to measure EMFs in your clinic
    • How to create an EMF-safe healing environment

    Whether you’re skeptical or already concerned about EMFs, this episode bridges the gap between fringe theory and hard science—and may radically change how you view healing environments.

    Essential Energy: Use code POI10 for 10% off
    essentialenergy.solutions
    (Photonic EMF Protection + Bio Tuning)

    - {------Sponsors------}

    StemRegen: http://www.stemregen.co/drstephen
    (Special Offer: Save 15% Using Code “SBPOD” At Checkout)

    Approved Medical Sollutions: https://approvedmedicalsolutions.com/
    (Non-licensed patients can use code “sbarrett” for a 10% discount.)

    Please register your patients at - www.tremorstudy.com

    Profound Health : https://profound-health.com/product-category/bioregulators/?aff=PODOF
    (A Trusted Source for Natural & Synthetic Bioregulators)

    Essential Energy : https://essentialenergy.solutions/?sca_ref=9026629.TgisoqpDPz
    Your 10% discount code is POI10
    ( Photonic EMF Protection + Bio Tuning )

    Visit our website https://podofinquiry.com/latest-episodes/ - click on the show link to read the show notes and get more information.

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    The Pod Of Inquiry is designed to empower you with knowledge. What happens from there is up to you. Your host, Dr. Stephen Barrett, has designed this show to take you down some very deep rabbit holes hopefully bringing you back out again, relatively unscathed, but cerebrally wicked enabling a better understanding of all things worthy of inquiry.

    Timestamps:
    00:00 – Introduction
    01:12 – EMF Hygiene & Physiological Disruption
    05:46 – Stacked Toxins: EMF + Processed Foods
    08:47 – From Skepticism to Science
    11:20 – Breakthrough: Harmonizing Light Plates
    19:09 – Real People, Real Results
    24:30 – Scientific Study: EMF Harmonization in 10 Minutes
    29:30 – Live Blood Analysis & Cellular Change
    34:43 – Structured Water & Bioenergetics
    44:33 – Farms, Bees & Livestock: EMF-Safe Agriculture
    49:10 – Business Model & Dan’s Personal Story
    51:18 – Outro & Special Offer

    -- Hashtags --
    #PodOfInquiry #DrStephenBarrett #EMFHealth #ElectromagneticSensitivity #5GRisks #CellularHealth #Biophotonics #EMFProtection #HiddenHealthThreats #DanStachofsky

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    54 mins
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