Topic: Health

Jason Bermas recounts his personal experience with a severe respiratory illness in November 2019, months before the official COVID-19 lockdowns. Citing interviews with Andrew Huff of EcoHealth Alliance, he argues the virus was a bioweapon present in the U.S. by late 2019. The segment details specific symptoms like the loss of taste and subsequent health complications, while questioning the World Health Organization's claim that the seasonal flu disappeared.

The host revisits a previous interview with Dr. Zach Bush, focusing on Bush's transformative near-death experience (NDE). He describes Bush as a "wounded healer" and a modern mystic whose traumatic experience allowed him to evolve past ego and stress. The host relates this to his own recent health struggles, noting how such events can shift one's perspective on life and service.

The host shares a personal account of dealing with a nine-millimeter kidney stone and the conflict of relying on conventional surgery despite a preference for natural health. Dr. Zach Bush responds by reframing disease as the end stage of long-term disconnection from nature rather than an external attack. He suggests that physical ailments like kidney stones often mask underlying emotional wounds that the medical system fails to address.

Dr. Zach Bush explains the science behind Ion (Intelligence of Nature), a soil-derived supplement focused on redox molecules. Unlike probiotics, Ion aims to restore the wireless communication network of biology produced by bacteria and fungi. He describes the supplement as a tool for reconnection to self-identity and biological harmony, referencing cymatics as the science of how humans are "sung" into physical form.

The discussion highlights the severe long-term impacts of glyphosate exposure across three generations, leading to metabolic collapse and birth defects. Carlwood expresses frustration with the lack of organic options in local markets and the difficulty of maintaining a conviction for natural living in a system that prioritizes chemical agriculture. He emphasizes the need for a "land shaman" or spiritual translator to help navigate these environmental challenges.

In an animist framework, thoughts are viewed as persons, and the imagination is a preeminent reality. Practices like contract clearing and recapitulation help individuals release accumulated "baggage" and negative energy from past hostile encounters. By treating thoughts as entities with their own reality, individuals can achieve a state of mental coherence and spiritual hygiene that modern psychiatry often fails to provide.

Kyron Armand’s work on contract clearing is presented as a method for releasing energetic baggage and negative attachments. Within an animist framework, thoughts are treated as autonomous persons, a concept Carl Jung utilized in the development of the Red Book. Modern Western mental health is criticized for moving away from the "imaginal" reality, while shamanic exercises like recapitulation are suggested as tools to reclaim energy lost to past hostile encounters and historical trauma.

Medical diagnoses are described as "curses" that can trigger a "death fright" syndrome, often leading patients to die on a predicted timeline. Dr. Thomas Cowan’s view of the human body as "structured water interacting with fields" is used to support terrain theory and energy healing modalities like Reiki. A personal heart healing journey is shared, where symptoms were linked to "territory loss" during pandemic lockdowns, illustrating how field interactions manifest as physical ailments.

In tropical regions like Costa Rica, soil is often paramagnetic and lacks the ability to hold nutrients, forcing plants to derive sustenance from the air. Christopher Topher Gardner discovered that applying diamagnetic biochar to his cacao trees eliminated infestations of leaf cutter ants. He posits that insects act as a "cleanup crew" for nature, targeting only unhealthy plants, and that increasing soil resilience naturally deters pests.

Greg Carlwood reflects on the rapid pace of the "A-Z" interview format and clarifies the guest's mention of the Zeitgeist movement. He transitions into a discussion about studio equipment, advising against "gaming chairs" in favor of CEO-style leather executive chairs for better long-term comfort. He notes the difficulty of recording while dealing with recent abdominal pain from kidney stones.

Greg Carlwood shares a personal update regarding a recent three-day hospital stay for a nine-millimeter kidney stone. He describes the painful recovery process, including the use of a stent and the side effects of anesthesia on his voice. He encourages listeners to stay hydrated and mentions using "stone breaker" herbs to prevent future medical emergencies.

The conversation shifts to the tragic history of the Fonda family, noting that Henry Fonda had two wives who were committed to asylums and died by suicide. Hunt mentions that Rob Reiner eventually purchased Fonda's former estate, which some speculate contained hidden rooms or "dungeons."

Greg Carlwood reflects on a recent interview with Dr. Tom Cowan, noting Cowan's "indifference" during the discussion and the resulting low listener rating of 4.2. Despite the friction, Carlwood praises Cowan's work with structured water and kitchen staples available in his store.

Dr. Tom Cowan, a medical doctor and author, is introduced as a leading figure in holistic health and the "New Biology." His background includes serving as a founding board member of the Weston A. Price Foundation and authoring books such as "Human Heart Cosmic Heart" and "The Truth About Contagion." He currently operates the New Biology Clinic and an online store featuring organic products.

Dr. Tom Cowan reflects on his medical school experience, claiming that students were taught to view patients as victims of external forces like viruses or genetics. He argues that the conventional medical system requires a belief that individuals have no agency over their own health, which he characterizes as a form of superstition.

The host and guest discuss alternative explanations for family-wide illness, including emotional resonance. Dr. Tom Cowan suggests that children may subconsciously make themselves sick to avoid the "indoctrination" of the school system, which can then trigger a similar response in parents.

Following the interview, the host reflects on the personal impact of Dr. Tom Cowan's work, noting that his father died of cancer and a close friend died of a heart attack. He expresses the emotional difficulty of discussing these topics when the stakes involve real-world pain and loss.

The episode concludes with a final technical note from Joel Salatin regarding a specific bacteria that pulls 100 pounds of nitrogen per acre from the air, provided the soil has at least 4% organic matter. This mechanism serves as a metaphor for how small changes in stewardship can trigger natural abundance. The host signs off with a call to divest from "Big Ag" and "frankenfood" in favor of soil restoration and independent food systems.

The guests describe a "medical prison" experience where a hospital threatened to call Child Protective Services (CPS) over a jaundice diagnosis. They argue that hospitals often extend stays to milk insurance companies rather than for medical necessity. Greg Carlwood shares his own experiences with hospital births that occurred despite plans for natural home births due to medical complications.

Bill and Spade discuss their recent focus on physical fitness and the importance of achieving "small wins" in the gym. They reflect on how dietary choices and exercise habits have a delayed effect on the body's health and appearance. The segment concludes with a broader reflection on living within a corrupt system where truth must be manually uncovered through personal experimentation.