107: Homeopathy Down Under

About this episode

Denise and Al discuss the rise and fall of homeopathy in Australia and its implications for the future.

In this episode of the Strange Rare Peculiar podcast, Denise and Al tune in from New Zealand to talk about the rise and fall of homeopathy in Australia—and why it’s a lesson for us all. They look back at a time when Australian homeopathy was genuinely thriving: busy urban practices, families using care routinely, insurance reimbursement, and multiple schools training practitioners—and what changed it. And like Flexner, it’s not what most people think. If you care about the future of homeopathy, give this episode a listen! Strange, Rare & Peculiar is a weekly podcast with Denise Straiges and Alastair Gray of the Institute for the Advancement of Homeopathy and the Academy of Homeopathy Education. This season, we’re focusing on truth — what it means to Aude Sapere (“dare to know”) in homeopathy today. From Hahnemann’s original insights to the realities of modern practice, research, and education, Denise and Alastair bring over 50 years of experience to conversations that challenge assumptions and invite curiosity. 🎧 If you’re ready to look deeper — beyond trends, beyond opinion — join the conversation and rediscover what homeopathy truly is. Explore more: • Study homeopathy…

People in this episode

Hosts: Denise Straiges, Alastair Gray

Topics covered

• homeopathy
• Australia
• New Zealand
• healthcare trends
• alternative medicine

Keywords

• homeopathy
• Australia
• New Zealand
• healthcare
• alternative medicine
• practitioners
• insurance reimbursement

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Institute for the Advancement of Homeopathy, Academy of Homeopathy Education

Places: New Zealand, Australia

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