In this thought-provoking episode of The Free Thought Project Podcast, Jason and Matt sit down with James Maskell, a trailblazer in the world of functional and integrative medicine. James has spent over a decade challenging the status quo in the healthcare industry and pushing for a system that prioritizes wellness, prevention, and personalized care over the profit-driven treatment of symptoms.
James is the founder of the Functional Forum—the world’s largest integrative medicine conference—and the author of the acclaimed book The Community Cure. He’s also a pioneer in creating scalable solutions like Knew Health and HealCommunity, which aim to empower individuals and communities to take back control of their health.
During this episode, we dive deep into the healthcare industrial complex, exploring how it often focuses on masking symptoms with pharmaceuticals rather than addressing root causes like diet, exercise, and environmental factors. We unpack the dangers of siloed thinking in medicine and discuss how a systems approach—like that seen in functional medicine—could solve many of these issues.
James brings a wealth of knowledge to the table, offering actionable solutions and hopeful insights into how communities can reclaim their health. As always, we end on a white-pill note, highlighting the power of collective action and grassroots efforts to challenge a broken system.
Don’t miss this powerful discussion about how we can break free from the stranglehold of the healthcare industrial complex and build a healthier, freer future. (Length: 1:04:10) Follow James on Twitter: https://x.com/mrjamesmaskell Follow James on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrjamesmaskell/ James' Website: https://www.jamesmaskell.com/ James on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesmaskell
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