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500 to 3K🎙 Weekly cadence·232 episodes·Last published 7mo ago - Monthly Reach
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1K to 6K🇮🇸50%🇹🇼50% - Active Followers
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238 | Anodea Judith, PhD: Chakras, Life Force, and Creating Heaven on Earth
Nov 18, 2025
58m 48s
237 | Martha Havenith, PhD: The Neuroscience of Breathwork & Expanded Consciousness
Nov 12, 2025
1h 15m 12s
236 | Povilas Sabaliauskas: Vagus Nerve Stimulation, HRV & The Pulsetto Advantage
Sep 24, 2025
1h 13m 51s
235 | Vinny Crispino: Movement, Mindset, and the Truth About Chronic Pain
Aug 26, 2025
1h 25m 59s
233 | Dr. Katelyn Kalstein: Can Therapy Cause Harm & Worsen Mental Health?
Jul 22, 2025
1h 25m 17s
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| Date | Episode | Description | Length | ||||||
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| 11/18/25 | 238 | Anodea Judith, PhD: Chakras, Life Force, and Creating Heaven on Earth | In this episode, Joseph sits down with legendary chakra teacher and psychotherapist Anodea Judith, PhD to explore how the chakra system provides a practical map for healing, embodiment, and manifestation. They unpack what “core” really means, how blocked energy shows up in the body as posture, pain, and patterns, and why Anodea uses the word “charge”to describe our life force. The conversation moves from personal stories and somatic therapy to the two energetic currents of liberation and mani... | 58m 48s | ||||||
| 11/12/25 | 237 | Martha Havenith, PhD: The Neuroscience of Breathwork & Expanded Consciousness | In this episode, Dr. Martha Havenith—neuroscientist, Oxford graduate, and one of the world’s leading researchers on Conscious Connected Breathwork—joins Joseph and Richard for a deep exploration of what breathwork actually does to the brain and body. They unpack the science, the lived experience, and the ethics of a rapidly growing field, providing an essential conversation for anyone who wants a grounded, evidence-based understanding of breath-induced transformation. KEY TAKEAWAYS Why Martha... | 1h 15m 12s | ||||||
| 9/24/25 | 236 | Povilas Sabaliauskas: Vagus Nerve Stimulation, HRV & The Pulsetto Advantage | Joseph and Dr. Richard Blake sit down with Pulsetto founder Povilas Sabaliauskas to explore how non-invasive vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) can reduce stress, improve sleep quality, and lift HRV—without adding more to your to-do list. They dig into the science, the origin story (including plane-crash supply chain chaos), real-world use cases, and simple stacking protocols you can use tonight. Key TakeawaysCapacity > Boundaries: Many “boundary” problems are actually capacity problems; train ... | 1h 13m 51s | ||||||
| 8/26/25 | 235 | Vinny Crispino: Movement, Mindset, and the Truth About Chronic Pain | In this episode, Joseph and Richard sit down with Vinny Crispino, founder of Pain Academy, who went from an eight-time All-American swimmer to a young man told he might need a wheelchair after a surfing accident shattered his back. Instead of giving up, Vinny turned his recovery into a lifelong mission: helping others break free from pain by addressing both body and mind. The conversation explores the limits of traditional rehab, the surprising ways pain can serve as an unconscious ally, and ... | 1h 25m 59s | ||||||
| 7/22/25 | 233 | Dr. Katelyn Kalstein: Can Therapy Cause Harm & Worsen Mental Health? | What if the real greatest danger isn’t unhealed trauma, but therapy itself? In this urgent conversation, naturopathic doctor and licensed psychotherapist Dr. Katelyn Kalstein joins Richard and Joseph to dissect what’s going wrong in the modern therapy landscape—from the underqualified grads entering the field, to the systemic failure to account for biology, chronic illness, and even basic supervision. We dig into the dark underbelly of therapy culture, where trauma trends, TikTok self-diagnos... | 1h 25m 17s | ||||||
| 6/17/25 | 232 | The Forbidden Science of Water: Dr. Gerald Pollack on EZ Water, Energy & the Future of Healing | What if everything you’ve been taught about water was wrong? In this paradigm-shifting episode, Dr. Gerald Pollack—the groundbreaking scientist behind “The Fourth Phase of Water”—takes us on a journey into the electric mysteries of water. This is not just another conversation about hydration—this is a challenge to mainstream biology, physics, and medicine. We explore how sunlight and grounding charge the water inside your cells, why structured water may be key to vitality and disease preventi... | 1h 32m 20s | ||||||
| 6/3/25 | 231 | Brent Pella: Punchlines, Psychedelics & The Pursuit of Joy | Comedian and creator Brent Pella (@brentpella) joins Richard and Joseph for a hilarious, unfiltered, and thoughtful conversation about satire, spiritual charlatans, and the surprising power of breathwork. Brent offers a rare blend of humor and heart while opening up about his creative process, psychedelic journeys, and why he believes we can store joy in our cells just like trauma. Topics – Satire, censorship & comedy’s role in an outraged world – From ketamine to ayahuasca: Brent’s psych... | 1h 02m 47s | ||||||
| 5/27/25 | 230 | Dr. Jason Sonners: Can Oxygen Make You Younger? Inside the Hyperbaric Study Biohackers Have Been Waiting For | In this eye-opening episode, Joseph and Richard sit down with Dr. Jason Sonners—functional medicine expert and hyperbaric innovator—to explore the cutting edge of hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT), biological aging, and the future of integrative health. Fresh off completing his PhD in molecular biology, Jason shares the results of a groundbreaking study comparing soft and hard hyperbaric chambers, uncovering surprising findings that could reshape the industry. From cytokine signaling to mitoch... | 1h 14m 49s | ||||||
| 5/13/25 | 229 | Escaping Your Comfort Zone: The Hidden Power of Failure on the Path to Self-Discovery | In this deeply personal and thought-provoking episode of RUNGA Radio, Joseph Anew and Dr. Richard Blake explore the ancient ritual of Misogi—a deliberate undertaking of hardship to meet your truest self. Joseph shares his raw, emotional journey through a 52.4-mile ultra-endurance race he signed up for just 26 days before, using it as a gateway to spiritual and psychological growth. Richard reflects on his own experiences with failure, masculinity, and naked vulnerability (literally) at a Tant... | 1h 11m 40s | ||||||
| 5/6/25 | 228 | Laura Fullerton: Rethinking Cold Exposure, Ice Baths & Biohacking for Women | Laura Fullerton (@laurafullerton) is the founder of the high-performance ice bath brand Monk. In this episode, Richard (@the_breath_geek) and Joseph (@therungaguy) dive into: How cold exposure uniquely benefits women (and what week of your cycle to plunge)Why temperature matters way less than you thinkThe secret link between trauma, PTSD recovery, and the coldThe biggest myths about ice baths (and why “harder” isn’t always better)Get ready to rethink what you know about cold therapy, stress r... | 59m 14s | ||||||
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| 4/30/25 | 227 | Therapy vs. Exercise: What’s the Real Antidote to Mental Health Struggles? | In this episode, Dr. Richard Blake (@the_breath_geek) and Joseph Anew (@TheRUNGAGuy) go deeper than the usual therapy vs. fitness debate — questioning whether traditional therapy is even the best first-line treatment for many people. We explore: – Why SSRIs might not be the magic bullet we were promised – How exercise could act as the “missing ingredient” in emotional healing – The dangers of weaponizing “intention vs. impact” culture – How plastic surgery affects mental health – The real... | 1h 16m 16s | ||||||
| 4/22/25 | 226 | Tony Wrighton: Is Wellness Making You Sick? | Mold, EMFs, Histamine & the Biohacking Rain Barrel Tony Wrighton was once a high-energy presenter on Sky Sports. Now? He’s the guy who walks into a café wearing EMF shorts, uses tapping to help his 5-year-old poop, and might just be the most nuanced voice in biohacking right now. In this refreshingly honest and surprisingly funny conversation, we explore how Tony’s years of mysterious gut issues and burnout turned out to be histamine intolerance… caused by mold exposure in his student ho... | 1h 00m 31s | ||||||
| 4/15/25 | 225 | The Viral Post That Exposed the Therapy Industry | Dr. Richard Blake responds to 3 million views, 3,000 comments, and a mental health system under fire. Last week Dr. Richard Blake (@the_breath_geek) posted a reel that challenged the foundational assumptions of modern therapy — and it exploded: 3M+ views, 100K shares, and thousands of comments. In this episode recorded live from the Health Optimization Summit, Richard, therapist-in-training Natalia Blake, and co-host Joseph Anew unpack the firestorm. They address accusations of manipulation, ... | 1h 22m 14s | ||||||
| 4/8/25 | 224 | Marek Doyle: Why Cortisol Isn't the Enemy & The Hidden Cost of Low Energy | Joseph and Richard sit down with integrative nutritionist Marek Doyle for a deep and honest conversation about the true nature of stress, why cortisol isn’t the villain it’s made out to be, and how the nervous system—and our energy levels—shape our capacity to heal. Marek brings a refreshingly nuanced perspective to the world of functional medicine, challenging mainstream narratives and offering insight into how energy security, nervous system regulation, and breathwork all play a central rol... | 1h 17m 40s | ||||||
| 4/1/25 | 223 | Jay Campbell: How Peptides & Bio-Regulators Are Revolutionizing Health | Jay Campbell is a leading expert in the field of hormone therapy, peptides, and biohacking. With a wealth of experience dating back to 2004, Jay delves into the cutting-edge world of peptide therapies and their diverse applications for optimizing health, performance, and longevity. He dives into the transformative potential of both peptides and bio-regulators, with a particular focus on the revolutionary impact of GLP-1 receptor agonists for weight management and metabolic health. With ... | 1h 42m 21s | ||||||
| 3/24/25 | 222 | Huberman’s Dangerous Advice & Why We Need To Stop Overcomplicating Fitness | In this episode, Joseph Anew and Richard Blake break down what really matters in health and fitness—cutting through hype, misinformation, and overcomplication. They dive into authenticity in fitness advice, exploring whether figures like RFK Jr. and Greg Glassman truly “walk the walk” and exploring how rhetoric can overshadow truth. A deep discussion on the Huberman Lab interview with Pavel Tsatsouline sparks debate over a misunderstood recommendation about running with a unilateral load—lead... | 1h 20m 23s | ||||||
| 3/18/25 | 221 | Emilía Rún: Kundalini Yoga, Spiritual Red Flags & Discovering Freedom in Disenchantment | Emilía Rún joins Richard Blake and Joseph Anew this week to share her personal journey with Kundalini Yoga—a practice that profoundly shaped her life. In the wake of HBO’s documentary series Breath of Fire, which exposed the darker side of Kundalini Yoga and some of its most well-known teachers, Emilía offers a fresh perspective. Rather than discarding the practice entirely, she explores how we can hold onto beneficial spiritual practices by approaching them with discernment, integrity, and a... | 1h 37m 13s | ||||||
| 3/11/25 | 220 | Adam Ludwin: Entrepreneurship, Breathwork & Building a $100 Million Exit | Joseph Anew and Dr. Richard Blake interview Adam Ludwin, a successful entrepreneur who achieved a $100 million exit before the age of 35 and is now the founder of the breathwork app FivePointFive. In this insightful conversation, Adam shares the story behind his early entrepreneurial ventures, the key decisions and strategies that contributed to his success, and his personal journey into the world of breathwork and its transformative impact on his life and business. He also discusses the deve... | 1h 08m 30s | ||||||
| 3/4/25 | 219 | Dr. Richard Blake: The Truth About Breathwork & Self-Development That Actually Works | In the first episode of the new RUNGA Radio, Joseph Anew introduces Dr. Richard Blake as the podcast’s new co-host. Richard—a PhD in Psychology, former Men’s Health model, and expert in Conscious Connected Breathwork—shares his personal journey through fitness, mental health struggles, psychedelics, and ultimately, breathwork as the missing link to real transformation. Too many people are chasing the next biohack, the next breakthrough, the next psychedelic retreat—only to find themselves stu... | 1h 01m 27s | ||||||
| 2/4/25 | 218 | Dr. Kirk Parsley: Sleep, Stress Hormones & Recovery for Optimal Mental Health | Dr. Kirk Parsley is a physician, sleep expert, and former Navy SEAL who is dedicated to helping high performers optimize their health, particularly through better sleep. This episode takes a deep dive into why Dr. Parsley believes sleep is the most misunderstood and underutilized tool for optimizing health. This episode covers: The Importance of Sleep: Learn how sleep impacts everything from performance to longevity, and why sleep is the ultimate elixir for health and well-being.Sleep Depriva... | 1h 40m 08s | ||||||
| 1/28/25 | 217 | Lauren Berlingeri: Authenticity, Biohacking, and Holistic Recovery | Lauren Berlingeri is the co-founder of HigherDOSE, a biohacker, entrepreneur, and former health coach. She is passionate about helping people feel their best through accessible science-backed wellness tools. Lauren is an innovator in health and wellness who is on a mission to bring what was once considered elite therapies to everyone. This episode covers the evolution of fitness, using your intuition for biohacking, the benefits of PEMF and Infrared technology, and the importance of self-wort... | 1h 08m 51s | ||||||
| 1/23/25 | 216 | Robby Sansom: Transforming Food Systems with Regenerative Agriculture | Robby Sansom is the co-founder and CEO of Force of Nature Meats, a regeneratively sourced meat company based in Austin, Texas. He has spent the last decade studying regenerative agriculture and building a global supply network with land stewards and ranchers. This episode explores the benefits of regenerative farming, misleading terms in the food industry, and the myths surrounding conventional and plant-based meats. Support the show | 1h 14m 04s | ||||||
| 5/21/24 | 215 | Everything You Need to Know About Breathwork with Richard L. Blake & Taylor Somerville | After a short hiatus, we're back with a bang. Joseph is joined by breathwork experts Richard L. Blake (aka The Breath Geek) and Taylor Somerville, founder and CEO of Symmetry, to discuss everything you need to know about breathwork. If you’re curious about the transformative and healing power of breathwork, you’re in the right place, as Richard and Taylor bring their unique perspectives to this comprehensive discussion. They explore the physiological, mental, and emotional benefits, and share... | 1h 35m 31s | ||||||
| 3/1/24 | 214 | Dr. Tania Dempsey: Mystery Diseases, Mast Cells & The Integral Role of Diet | Dr. Tania Dempsey is an expert in chronic disease, autoimmune disorders, and mast cell activation syndrome. She is sought after internationally for her knowledge of chronic immune dysregulation and uses integrative medicine to get to the patient's root causes of their illness. Her purpose is to understand why people get sick and to help patients understand their body and why it fails them when it does. Joseph sat down with Dr. Dempsey to explore her long history working with “mystery di... | 1h 34m 32s | ||||||
| 1/24/24 | 213 | Raja Dhir: Children's Health, Microplastics & The Microbiome | Raja Dhir is the co-founder of Seed, a company at the forefront of utilizing bacteria to revolutionize human health and planetary well being. In this episode, Joseph and Raja discuss the importance of the microbiome in children's health. They also discuss the presence of environmental contaminants such as microplastics in our water and food supply, and what you can do to reduce your exposure and maintain optimal gut health. How do we promote children’s health? The microbiome plays an importa... | 1h 03m 00s | ||||||
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