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Dec. 13, 2024

Ep 56: Jennifer Gillis: Kratom, Chronic Pain, and the Power of Advoca…

Jennifer Gillis shares her transformative Kratom journey on this week's podcast. Diagnosed with transverse myelitis in 2005, she battled chronic pain until discovering Kratom. Learn how it changed her life and how she's now a passionate advocate, fighting misinformation and …

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Dec. 6, 2024

Ep 55: Jennifer Taft: Reclaiming Life with Kratom for Rheumatoid Arth…

Jennifer Taft shares her inspiring journey using Kratom to manage chronic rheumatoid arthritis pain and drastically reduce opioid reliance. Learn her tips on finding the right strain and dosage, plus the importance of community support. Discover hope and practical advice …

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Nov. 29, 2024

Ep 54: Deborah Anderson is Living with Diabetes and Thriving with Kra…

Deborah Anderson returns to share her incredible year-long journey using Kratom for chronic pain relief. She reveals how this natural remedy has transformed her physical and mental well-being. Learn about her experience, practical tips, and ingenious strategies for managing Kratom …

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Nov. 22, 2024

Ep 53: Jenni's Kratom Success: A Chronic Pain and Addiction Recovery …

Jenni shares how Kratom helped her overcome a 14-year opioid addiction and manage Crohn’s disease and Multiple Sclerosis. She discusses responsible use, vendor selection, and how Kratom transformed her life, offering hope and insight for others in need.

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Nov. 15, 2024

Ep 52: Kratom for a Balanced Life: Mind, Body, and Connection with Jo…

Explore Kratom's mind-body benefits with therapist John Newmark. Discover how it can manage pain and boost mood, plus the key differences between whole-leaf, extracts, and 7-OH. Join the conversation on responsible Kratom use and its potential for mental wellness.

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Nov. 8, 2024

Ep 51: The Power of Kratom: Kassie's Inspiring Recovery Story

Kassie's inspiring journey from 15 years of addiction to finding healing and renewed purpose through Kratom. She shares her relapse and subsequent discovery of Kratom, highlighting the importance of responsible sourcing and high-quality vendors. Learn about her experience managing mental …

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Nov. 1, 2024

Ep 50: Hormonal Harmony: Amanda Ortiz on Kratom and Women's Wellness

Discover how Kratom supports women's health! Amanda Ortiz from Etha Botanicals shares personal experiences & expert insights on managing menstrual cycles, postpartum, and menopause naturally. Learn about effective Kratom blends & other botanicals for holistic wellness. Listen now for valuable …

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Oct. 25, 2024

Ep 49: Understanding Kratom with Mac Haddow: Science, Politics, and P…

Mac Haddow, AKA senior fellow and Kratom user, shares his personal story and the ongoing battle for legal access. He exposes the FDA's biased stance and flawed data, highlighting the importance of consumer advocacy. Learn how Kratom has helped millions …

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Oct. 18, 2024

Ep 48: Misty Brown: From Addiction's Grip to Kratom's Embrace

From addiction to advocacy, hear Misty Brown's incredible Kratom transformation. She shares her story of recovery, healing, and hope for those struggling with chronic pain and addiction.

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Oct. 11, 2024

Ep 47: Caro Freinberg: Brewing Up Change in the Kratom World

Kratom advocate Caro Freinberg shares her transformative journey of overcoming chronic pain & burnout. She reveals how Kratom helped her heal and offers delicious recipes & insights into responsible use & advocacy. Learn how this plant changed her life!

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Oct. 4, 2024

Ep 46: Amanda Ortiz's Powerful Story of Advocacy, Resilience, and Eth…

Amanda Ortiz of Etha Botanicals shares her unique Kratom journey and pivotal role in the company's growth. Hear her unexpected career path, marketing insights, and how Kratom impacted her family during a difficult time. Get a rare inside look at …

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Sept. 27, 2024

Ep 45: Sharon Winkler's Kratom Journey: From Chronic Pain to Passiona…

Sharon Winkler is a passionate advocate for Kratom and a testament to its potential benefits. After years of battling chronic pain from multiple injuries and facing barriers to traditional pain management, she found relief through Kratom. Her experience inspired her …

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Sept. 20, 2024

Ep 44: Madalyn Sklar, Beyond the Podcast - The Power of Community

Kratom advocate Madalyn Sklar goes beyond the typical podcast format to create a safe space for informed conversation. She shares the challenges of online advocacy while introducing her free community, KratomRealTalk.com. Plus, she hosts a weekly livestream series, “The Kratom …

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Sept. 13, 2024

Ep 43: More Than a Plant: The Kratom Gals on Transformation, Advocacy…

Meet The Kratom Gals - Madalyn Sklar, Misty Brown, Jennifer Gillis, and Venus Usher - as they share their personal journeys with Kratom and its life-changing impact. From overcoming chronic pain to fighting for the plant's safety and legality, these …

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Sept. 6, 2024

Ep 42: A Leaf of Hope: Madalyn Sklar and the Power of Kratom

Madalyn Sklar shares her powerful journey with Kratom, finding relief from chronic pain after being abruptly dropped by her pain management doctor. Learn about her trial-and-error process, the importance of advocacy, and how Kratom transformed her life. This episode offers …

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Aug. 30, 2024

Ep 41: Finding Relief: Lora Romney's Journey with Trigeminal Neuralgi…

Lora Romney, a Utah resident diagnosed with trigeminal neuralgia, shares her inspiring journey with Kratom. After years of unsuccessful conventional treatments, Lora found transformative relief with Kratom, reducing her pain and opioid reliance. Now a passionate advocate, she shares her …

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Aug. 23, 2024

Ep 40: Kratom as a Harm Reduction Tool: John Shinholser's Perspective

Recovery advocate John Shinholser shares his personal journey with Kratom and its potential to revolutionize harm reduction. He details a groundbreaking study showing Kratom's effectiveness in aiding opioid detox and advocates for a new approach to recovery using plant-based solutions.

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Aug. 16, 2024

Ep 39: Breaking the Chains of Addiction: Jen Clifford's Kratom Story

Jen Clifford shares her inspiring journey from opioid addiction to recovery with Kratom. Hear how this plant transformed her life, providing hope and inspiration for others seeking alternative paths to wellness. From her initial encounter with Kratom to her journey …

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Aug. 9, 2024

Ep 38: Lyme Disease, Chronic Pain & Kratom: Bekkah Morris Speaks Out

Bekkah Morris shares her inspiring journey of overcoming chronic pain, cancer, and Lyme disease with Kratom. Discover how this plant ally transformed her health and ignited her passion for advocacy, leading her to become a respected voice in the Kratom …

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Aug. 2, 2024

Ep 37: A Plant-Based Path to Relief: Britney Hiser’s Kratom Journey

Chronic pain and fatigue consumed Britney Hiser until she found relief in Kratom. After years of failed treatments, this plant transformed her life. Discover her inspiring journey to wellness and learn how Kratom may help you.

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July 26, 2024

Ep 36: Ditch the Confusion: Madalyn Sklar's Kratom Masterclass for Be…

New to Kratom or overwhelmed by the choices? Join host Madalyn Sklar for a mini masterclass on this powerful plant. In this special solo episode, she discusses the various strains, safety practices, and finding the perfect match for your own …

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July 19, 2024

Ep 35: Finding Freedom with Kratom: Mike Felicetta's Path to Recovery

Lost in opioid addiction after a back injury, Mike Felicetta saw no way out. Then, a chance encounter with Kratom sparked hope. Mike's raw story reveals his journey from dangerous extracts to the healing power of whole-leaf powder, highlighting the …

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July 5, 2024

Ep 34: Trading Pills for Plants: Craig Burlingame's Life-Changing Kra…

Discover how Craig Burlingame overcame chronic pain and anxiety with Kratom. Suffering from a torn rotator cuff and failed by conventional medicine, he found lasting relief with this plant-based solution. Hear his story of ditching pills, discovering his ideal Kratom …

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June 28, 2024

Ep 33: Reclaiming Life: Marcelle Morfin on Healing and Advocacy with …

Imagine living with relentless pain, dismissed by doctors who offer no solutions. Veteran Marcelle Morfin knows this struggle firsthand. After a severe spinal injury, she faced years of agonizing pain and medical gaslighting until she discovered Kratom, a plant that …

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