The Positively Altered Podcast
This is a podcast where we sit down with real people and have real conversations about health, wellness, overcoming adversity and so much more. The conversations are authentic and raw and just like me, a little unfiltered. Tune in every Friday to a new episode of the Positively Altered Podcast!
Episodes
Episode #60: Reset with Resilience: What Lady Gaga and Life-or-Death Lessons Teach Us with Mandy Gill
What do Lady Gaga, near-death experiences, and ultra-marathons have in common? Resilience—and today’s guest, Mandy Gill, embodies it. From early mornings in broadcast studios to extreme mountain summits, Mandy has learned that real success isn’t reaching the top; it’s what you discover on the climb. In this heartfelt and hilariou...
Episode 59: Simple Ways to Quiet The Brain, Protect Your Energy From Digital Overload, and Strengthen Intuition
In this illuminating episode, Dr. Cindy sits down with Dr. William Kalatsky, creator of Field of Consciousness Healing, to explore how emotional trauma shapes our energy—and how we can clear it in minutes. From migraines to mindset, Dr. William shares simple ways to quiet the brain, protect your energy from digital over...
Episode 58: Flashback Friday- From Fertility to Hot Flashes: Navigating Women's Health Without Filters
In this unfiltered episode of "Positively Altered," Dr. Cindy Howard engages in a candid conversation with Dr. Kris Tohtz about women's health, acupuncture, and menopause. Their banter travels from the therapeutic benefits of acupuncture for fertility and hormonal balance to the shared indignities of perimenopause. With refreshi...
Episode 57: Salt, Sex, Sugar, and Stress: Improve Your Health by Addressing the Four S’s with Dr. Brad Campbell
In this energizing episode, Dr. Cindy reconnects with her former student, Dr. Brad Campbell, for a deep dive into adrenal health, caffeine culture, and what it really means to be “sober.” From the four S’s—salt, sex, sugar, and stress—to why Americans are hormonally exhausted, Dr. Campbell shares practical ways to reclaim...
Episode 56: Back for the Beat: Rich Bracken on Music, Mindset, and Emotional Intelligence
Get ready for energy, laughter, and a little karaoke keynote magic. In this episode of Positively Altered, I sit down with speaker, DJ, and emotional intelligence expert Rich Bracken. We talk about why EI matters more than AI, the power of music to break people wide open, and why feedback—even the hard kind—fuels growth. Rich shares vulnerab...
Episode #55: Statins on Trial: Amanda Yu Exposes the Cholesterol Myth
She’s back! In this second round of Positively Altered, I sit down again with pharmacist and root-cause healer Amanda Yu—this time to tackle the statin and cholesterol debate head-on. We dive into why millions of prescriptions haven’t stopped heart disease, the myth of “statin deficiency,” and what cholesterol really does for your cells. Amanda shares her mothe...
Episode 54: What Does Detoxing Really Mean? (Hint: It’s Not a Juice Cleanse)
Feeling fatigued, foggy, or just “off”? This episode of Positively Altered with Dr. Cindy Howard and functional health coach Sophie Shepherd will change the way you think about wellness. From IBS (a.k.a. “BS”) to brain-body healing, they unpack how toxins and traumas shape our health—and how to retrain your brain and body for balance. Sophie explains her...
Episode #53: Flashback Friday: From Heel to Toe: How Does Your Gait Compare with the Best and Worst Athletes?
In this episode:
In this fun and informative episode of the Positively Altered Podcast, Dr. Cindy welcomes Dr. Courtney Conley, the founder of Gate Happens, to explore the often-overlooked world of foot health. From her lifelong fascination with feet to her work in educating others about the importance of foot function,...
Episode 52: Energy, Immunity, and the Truth About Autoimmunity with Nicole Goode
What does it really mean to strengthen your immune system? In this episode of Positively Altered, I talk with functional medicine practitioner and author Nicole Goode about why immune resilience—not “boosting”—is the key to long-term health. Nicole shares the subtle signs your energy and immunity are slipping, clears up myths about Hashimoto’s, and wei...
Episode 51: From Burnout to Brilliance: Finding Your Greatness with Patrick Lyons
What if the tools you already carry are enough to change everything? In this episode of Positively Altered, I sit down with Patrick Lyons of The Lyons Group to talk about finding greatness—not by wishing, comparing, or scrolling—but by owning the tools in your own toolbox. Patrick shares how leaders can drop the labels, beat burnout, and restore rel...
Episode 50: Less Stress, More Strength: A Perimenopause Conversation
In this episode, we cover: On this episode of Positively Altered, Dr. Cindy welcomes wellness advocate and former real estate leader Nikko Papadakos. Nikko shares her raw and relatable journey through perimenopause—years marked by burnout, physical symptoms, and the haunting question, “What’s broken in me?” She opens up about how she reframed “brokenness” as an ...
Episode 49: Flashback Friday- From Cancer Survivor to Media Trailblazer: A Viral Rise to Fame
In this inspiring episode of Positively Altered Podcast, Dr. Cindy Howard chats with Dr. Alessandra Colón, star of TLC’s Crack Addicts. They discuss Dr. Colón’s incredible journey from creating viral TikTok content to becoming the first chiropractor with a televised series. Dr. Colón shares how overcoming stage 4 cancer shaped her resili...
Episode 48: Financially Fit and Funny as Hell: Meet Garrett Gunderson
In this episode, we cover:
What do comedy and cash flow have in common? Garrett Gunderson. In this episode of Positively Altered, Dr. Cindy sits down with the financial philosopher-comedian who’s rewriting the rules of money—and doing it with a mic drop. From kidney failure to financial freedom, Garrett unpacks how stress sabotages your health and your wallet...
Episode 47: Busting Myths About Plant-Based Nutrition
On this episode of Positively Altered, Dr. Cindy sits down with Mirella Carlucci, a holistic plant-based nutrition coach helping women over 40 reset their health, energy, and hormones. Mirella shares her personal journey from digestive struggles and hormonal shifts to thriving on a plant-based lifestyle. Together, they bust common myths about protein, fiber, and “boring” vegan...
Episode 46: Behind the Smile: When Holding It Together Hurts
In this episode, we cover:
Sally Magee sees your hustle—and gently calls B.S. In this Positively Altered episode, she joins Dr. Cindy to talk burnout, boundaries, and the sacred art of slowing the hell down. With stories that’ll make you laugh, cry, and possibly cancel a meeting, Sally unpacks how grief, trauma, and people-pleasing sneak into our bodies and sabotage ...
Episode 45: More Than Muscles: How Beliefs and Life Stories Affect Pain
In this episode, we cover:
What if your pain isn’t just physical, but also philosophical? Dr. Joe LaVacca joins Dr. Cindy for a powerful conversation about how our beliefs, fears, and life experiences shape our healing. As a physical therapist and movement expert, Joe challenges outdated models of care and explains why understanding your story is essential ...
Episode 44: To Health with You: Mastering Longevity, Mood, and Movement with Dr. Nick Athens
In this episode, we cover:
What do former NFL quarterback Joe Montana and your aging back have in common? Dr. Nick Athens joins Dr. Cindy to explain why every person—not just elite athletes—deserves a proactive health strategy. In this inspiring episode, Dr. Nick shares lessons from 43 years of chiropractic practice, revealing the pattern...
Episode 43: Your Genes, Your Journey: Rewriting Health with Heather Lord
In this episode, we cover:
Is it your parents’ fault? Maybe. But your genes aren’t your destiny. In this lively episode, Dr. Cindy talks with COO Heather Lord about genetics, gut health, and why you should buy your toilet paper from Amazon but not your supplements. Heather explains how genetic testing can help you personalize your nutrition and ditch one-s...
Episode 42: Chaos, Guitars, and Vulnerability: When Two Voice Actors Take Over
Dr. Cindy welcomes back Stephen Coghill and introduces voice actor Jared Breshers for an absolutely unfiltered conversation that bounces from stolen road signs to serious mental health discussions. Watch as these two friends showcase their voice talents, debate breakfast foods, and reveal the importance of authentic male friendships. Jared shares his jou...
Episode 41: From Refugee to Pharmacist: Reversing Diabetes Naturally
Dr. Cindy welcomes Dr. Amanda Yue, a pharmacist with an incredible survival story who escaped Cambodia during the Khmer Rouge and now helps people reverse type 2 diabetes. Amanda shares how traditional pharmacy couldn't save her parents from diabetes complications, leading her to discover the root cause: insulin resistance. Learn why fasting insulin tests matter m...
Popular Podcasts
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.
Ding dong! Join your culture consultants, Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang, on an unforgettable journey into the beating heart of CULTURE. Alongside sizzling special guests, they GET INTO the hottest pop-culture moments of the day and the formative cultural experiences that turned them into Culturistas. Produced by the Big Money Players Network and iHeartRadio.
Does hearing about a true crime case always leave you scouring the internet for the truth behind the story? Dive into your next mystery with Crime Junkie. Every Monday, join your host Ashley Flowers as she unravels all the details of infamous and underreported true crime cases with her best friend Brit Prawat. From cold cases to missing persons and heroes in our community who seek justice, Crime Junkie is your destination for theories and stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you're a seasoned true crime enthusiast or new to the genre, you'll find yourself on the edge of your seat awaiting a new episode every Monday. If you can never get enough true crime... Congratulations, you’ve found your people. Follow to join a community of Crime Junkies! Crime Junkie is presented by audiochuck Media Company.
The World's Most Dangerous Morning Show, The Breakfast Club, With DJ Envy, Jess Hilarious, And Charlamagne Tha God!
Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com