The Holistic Pharmacy Podcast
The Holistic Pharmacy Podcast (formerly called “RawFork”), features pharmacists that incorporate natural medicine into their practice. We believe merging science and traditional wisdom is the way to embody one's full health. Founded by pharmacist/health coach/herbalist Dr. Marina Buksov, our platform helps to advocate for better health and quality of life using the most natural and least invasive methods.
Episodes
December 5, 2025 • 52 mins
Today I am back with one of my herbal teachers to talk about herbal and holistic approaches to managing Lyme disease. It is a topic that is becoming ever more relevant as the medical community has been coming to the realization that there is such a thing as chronic Lyme, where acute measures such as antibiotics fall short.
This is where herbal support can really shine in helping to peel back the layers that are causing disharmony ...
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November 21, 2025 • 36 mins
I was blown away by today’s guest in his ability to educate on complex mechanisms of actions, as well as his innovation and humility. We touched on so many topics that I had to split this episode in two parts! It was truly reassuring and empowering to learn about healing with natural, science-backed tools to reduce inflammation, the hidden root cause of aging, chronic disease, and cancer.
In these two episodes, you will learn how...
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November 8, 2025 • 46 mins
I was blown away by today’s guest in his ability to educate on complex mechanisms of actions, as well as his innovation and humility. We touched on so many topics that I had to split this episode in two parts! It was truly reassuring and empowering to learn about healing with natural, science-backed tools to reduce inflammation, the hidden root cause of aging, chronic disease, and cancer.
In these two episodes, you will learn how...
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October 24, 2025 • 54 mins
I’m back this week with an amazing personal and business transformation story to take people from “healed to healer”. Not only that, but my guest’s High Frequency Healing Method coupled with business strategy has helped healers build 6-figure business easily - and she’s sharing it all today with us!
Cortney Martinelli is a powerhouse in the personal growth and business healing space, known for merging deep energetic mastery with p...
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October 3, 2025 • 46 mins
We are entering an era of holistic health and well-being that transcends former ways holistic health was taught. This means that it also involves financial well-being, our faith and spirituality, and honoring that different belief systems can overlap and are available to us. We can use discernment in which belief systems apply to our optimal well-being. This is an era of science and alternative healing -- using the intertwining of ...
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September 19, 2025 • 57 mins
I was blown away by the myriad of health benefits of a tiny molecule composed of 2 hydrogens (H2) after the conversation with today’s guest. I dove into the research myself and saw that the literature has described the anti-oxidative, anti-inflammatory and anti-apoptotic properties of molecular hydrogen. The most common methods of administration are inhalation and ingestion of the dissolved molecule in water. Research also shows th...
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September 5, 2025 • 52 mins
I had the honor of interviewing a like-hearted soul whom I deeply respect and admire, around the topic of transmuting our grief, rage + fear about the wider big picture of the world. For such a heavy topic, I came out of it inspired to connect deeper with nature, and grateful for the gift of life.
Gwyneth Jones guides individuals through the emotional and spiritual journey of confronting the state of our world, drawing upon a div...
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August 22, 2025 • 60 mins
I have used the word “impressive” more times than I could count when conversing with today’s guest, whose passion is to reconnect people to the wisdom of ancestral eating. For him, this work is deeply personal—it’s not just about creating a product, but about addressing the nutritional deficiencies that are at the root of so many modern health challenges.
James Barry is on a mission to make organ meats, which are some of the most...
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August 8, 2025 • 58 mins
It was truly an honor and a great pleasure to talk to a well-respected colleague and friend about his experience as both a pharmacist and an expert in the natural products field. He is a true embodiment of the Myth, Man and Legend. Tune in to learn more about filling in the gaps in the current healthcare climate by utilizing evidence-backed nutraceuticals.
Dr. Jeffery A. Johnson, ND, PharmD, RPh, MBA is a dedicated healthcare pro...
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July 25, 2025 • 45 mins
I know I say this every time, but this episode is truly special as I interview a fellow herbalist about her story of creating a skincare line that’s built on compassion for people and the planet.
Aviva Tilson is the founder of Apis Apotheca, which she began 8 years ago when combining her experience with organic farming, herbalism, and desire to resolve lifelong skin issues. She specializes in sensitive, eczema and acne prone skin...
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July 11, 2025 • 53 mins
Psilocybin has demonstrated a long track record of safety and efficacy in a variety of conditions including depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, and cognitive decline. Although to date, this natural substance remains classified as a Schedule 1 drug, there are protected use scenarios including sincere spiritual use. The Religious Freedom Restoration (RFRA) act lies at the foundation of Setas Seminary's protected use of psilocybin...
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June 27, 2025 • 48 mins
Today I am sharing an important conversation with one of my primary herbal teachers, about the micro and macro views of health and healing. Modern life too often disassociates us from our innate identity and relationship with our greater ecosystem, biome, and planet. Herbal medicine, when practiced deeply and mindfully, goes beyond a simplistic replacement of conventional medicine with "natural" remedies, but moves us sometimes sub...
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June 13, 2025 • 51 mins
The field of Holistic Dentistry has fascinated me ever since I learned about the work of Dr. Weston A. Price and his research into the diets that support healthy teeth and jaw development. Join me in this fascinating conversation with a renowned expert in this field. Dr. Patel’s Green Dentistry practice focuses on the patient, first and foremost. From the spa-like comforts to high-tech, non-invasive treatments, every aspect of her ...
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May 28, 2025 • 48 mins
Today I got to have an amazing conversation that busts myths and makes the road to recovery seem simple and in one’s reach. My guest’s message is that you can solve even complex health problems with a systematic and proven step by step approach.
Mel Hopper Koppelman, Program Director at Synthesis Health Lab, is the go-to expert for people who've "tried everything" to heal their chronic illness but keep hitting dead ends. By guidin...
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May 15, 2025 • 50 mins
A Functional Medicine Approach for the Best Menstrual Cycles You’ve Ever Had with Nicole Robinson, PharmD
Today’s episode dives into something that’s frankly underestimated and not talked about enough: women’s health. Not only are women underrepresented in clinical studies, but they’re frequently told that their suffering is either “normal” or “all in their head.” Or they’re prescribed a bunch of pharmaceuticals that haven’t been ...
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In a world of analysis paralysis where medicine is more confusing than ever and the system seems rigged against health, today’s podcast guest is a breath of fresh air as she makes it simple to empower ourselves, and pave the way for the future: our children.
Michelle Perro, MD, DHom is a seasoned clinician with over 40 years of experience in pediatrics and integrative medicine, dedicated to treating children and families. A Yale g...
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April 17, 2025 • 45 mins
With more health experts than ever, we have more complexity and confusion about what it actually takes to be healthy in 2025. My podcast guest today helps to dispel myths and mysteries by using data to examine bio-individuality in real time. We talk about using smartwatches, smart rings and other wearables to track stress levels through observing Heart Rate Variability (HRV) - and how this can help your health goals.
Dr. Torkil Fæ...
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April 3, 2025 • 42 mins
Being a pharmacist is exciting–as long as you're willing to try new things. These are wise words from my returning guest on today’s podcast, who has been paving the way for integrative pharmacy.
Dr. Swathi Varanasi is an award-winning pharmacist passionate about the intersection of personalized medicine, patient outcomes, and innovation.
With experience spanning patient care, biotech, research, academia, and consumer product good...
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March 18, 2025 • 51 mins
I’m beyond grateful to be doing the work that I do and meet the amazing individuals that I do on my podcast. Today I got a surprise bonus gift from my guest in the form of a mini-healing session with her after we recorded the podcast episode. Her mission is to help as many individuals as possible come out of struggle and suffering without having to use willpower, and I got to experience this transformative work first hand.
Judy Ly...
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March 2, 2025 • 55 mins
I’m back this week after a whirlwind weekend of attending the 2025 Integrative Healthcare Symposium and getting over some bouts of sickness in my household. Today’s guest is a true master of systematic approaches to tackling health challenges - you don’t want to miss this one!
Reed Davis, Double-Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner (HHP) and Certified Nutritional Therapist (CNT), is a globally recognized expert in function...
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