Welcome to Grounded Wellness: your go-to podcast for simple and trustworthy information on how to live a more holistic + non-toxic life. Each week you’ll find us here, on our regenerative farm, grounding with our feet in the soil, and having candid, out-of-the-box conversations with leading experts
What if the most useful health practices aren’t new at all… but remedies we’ve forgotten?In this episode of Grounded Wellness, Bethany sits down with natural health educator Barbara O’Neill to explore the philosophy that has shaped her work for decades: the body has the ability to heal itself. Together, they unpack why Barbara questions many conventional approaches to health, the everyday practices she prioritizes and the natural remedies she believes are worth knowing about.Barbara also dives into women’s health and aging, including hormone balance, thyroid health, wild yam cream,…
What if the reason you’re not feeling better isn’t that you need to detox harder—but that you’re detoxing in the wrong order? In this episode of Grounded Wellness, Bethany sits down with Dr. John Kim to unpack the “toxic bucket” and the hidden ways mold and environmental exposures may be impacting how you feel. Together, they explore why mold can be more than an allergy issue, the symptoms Dr. Kim commonly sees alongside mold exposure—from brain fog and gut issues to hormone disruption—and why some people continue struggling even after trying binders, supplements and other detox protocols.…
In this episode of Grounded Wellness, Bethany sits down with Dr. Caroline Leaf—a clinical and research neuroscientist, communication pathologist and bestselling author who has spent over 40 years researching the mind-brain connection, neuroplasticity and the science of thought. Together, they explore how our thoughts can shape the brain and body, what it actually means to “rewire your brain,” and why learning to manage the mind may be a missing piece in our approach to mental and physical health. Dr. Leaf shares her perspective on the rise of diagnosis culture and labels like ADHD, anxiety…
In this back-to-school episode of Grounded Wellness, Bethany sits down with Hilary Boynton— chef, author, GAPS Certified Coach, mom of five and the founder of School of Lunch — to unpack what's really being served to kids at school and how parents can build a stronger foundation for their children's health through real, nutrient-dense food. Hilary shares how her own family's health challenges led her to rethink everything she knew about nutrition and eventually transform a school lunch program from the ground up. Together, Bethany and Hilary explore the impact ultra-processed foods and blood…
What if better health isn't about adding more—but removing what's getting in the way? In this episode of Grounded Wellness , Bethany sits down with Joshua Fields Millburn— New York Times bestselling author, speaker, and co-founder of The Minimalists — to explore the surprising connection between minimalism and health. While most wellness conversations focus on what to add— more supplements, more routines, more optimization— Joshua makes the case that true well-being often comes from doing less. Together, Bethany and Joshua unpack how physical clutter, busy schedules, endless consumerism, and…
What if protecting your family's health starts long before symptoms ever appear? In this episode of Grounded Wellness, Bethany sits down with nutritionist, educator, and Realfoodology founder Courtney Swan for a wide-ranging conversation on fertility, pregnancy, pesticides, mold exposure, and the everyday choices that shape lifelong health. Fresh off a meeting at the White House to discuss the future of America's food system, Courtney shares why she's more hopeful than ever about the growing awareness around environmental toxins, and the practical steps families can take today to reduce…
What if the path to a healthier home isn't buying more but getting back to the basics? In this episode of Grounded Wellness, Bethany sits down with Shawna Holman, founder of A Little Less Toxic and author of A Healthier Home and A Healthier Home Cookbook , to explore the timeless, grandma-approved wisdom that's helping families reduce their toxic load—without fear, perfectionism, or expensive wellness trends. Together, Bethany and Shawna walk through the home room by room, uncovering hidden sources of toxic exposure and the simple, affordable swaps that make the biggest impact. From natural…
Over the years on Grounded Wellness, one topic continues to come up again and again: our relationship with light. In this special compilation episode, we're revisiting some of our favorite conversations and expert insights on sunlight, circadian biology, sleep, energy, metabolism, skin health, and the profound role light plays in overall wellness. From the science of morning sunlight to the impact of our modern light environment, these conversations explore why so many health experts believe that reconnecting with natural rhythms may be one of the most powerful things we can do for our…
What if many of the symptoms we blame on aging are actually signs of hormone imbalance? Dr. Leigh Erin Connealy is back on Grounded Wellness , and this time we're diving into one of the most requested topics in health today: hormones. From perimenopause and menopause to peptides and longevity, Dr. Connealy shares the strategies she uses to help patients optimize their health at every stage of life. In this episode, Bethany and Dr. Connealy discuss why hormone deficiencies may be one of the greatest threats to healthy aging, the growing role of peptides in human optimization and recovery, and…
What happens when the biggest raw dairy farm in America goes head-to-head with the FDA? After Raw Farm was pressured into issuing a voluntary recall “under protest,” founder Mark McAfee is speaking out about what he says really happened behind the scenes — from 14,000 negative pathogen tests to shocking conversations with regulators about what qualifies as “raw” cheese. In this episode, Mark returns to Grounded Wellness for a deep dive into the recent FDA investigation involving Raw Farm’s raw cheese products, the growing movement around raw dairy, and why more people are beginning to…
In this candid conversation, Bethany sits down with her friend Alex Clark, host of Culture Apothecary and a leading voice in the modern health movement, for an unfiltered look at the journey that transformed her life. From her days living on a standard American diet to becoming deeply immersed in the world of non-toxic living, Alex shares the wake-up call that changed everything and why so many of us feel “off” without realizing it. Together, they explore what’s really behind the current health crisis, how modern culture is shaping the way we eat, parent, and live, and why questioning the…
Every day, women are told to “fix” their hormones with quick solutions—pills, cleanses, and trending protocols. But what if the real problem isn’t your hormones… it’s the advice you’ve been given? In this episode, Bethany is joined by sisters-in-law and co-founders of Beeya Wellness, Yasmin Nouri and Kaya Purohit, to unpack the biggest misconceptions around hormone health. They talk about why PMS has been normalized (even though it shouldn’t be), how to read your cycle as a powerful feedback tool, and the simple, often overlooked habits that can make a profound difference. This conversation…
For too long, we’ve been told that healing comes down to diet, supplements, and discipline. But what if the reason your protocols aren’t working is living inside your home? In this episode of Grounded Wellness , Bethany sits down with building biologist and founder of Test My Home, Ryan Blaser to uncover the invisible toxins inside our homes that could be keeping us stuck in survival mode. Ryan is the expert Bethany turned to during her own experience with mold, helping her uncover and address the hidden environmental stressors in her home. You’ll learn how mold actually affects the body…
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by skincare, or like your routine isn’t working, this episode will help you reconnect with a more intuitive, effective, and natural approach to skin health. In today’s world of microneedling, tiktok trends, and 12-step routines, it’s easy to feel like more skincare = better skin… but what if that’s actually the problem? Tune-in to this episode of Grounded Wellness , where Bethany sits down with Primally Pure’s in-house holistic esthetician, Courtney, to unpack what’s really driving modern beauty culture and why a shift toward natural skincare, skinimalism, and…
Is the sun actually medicine? Most of us have been taught to fear sunlight. At best, we think of it as a way to get vitamin D. At worst, we see it as something that damages our skin and accelerates aging. But what if the human body actually runs on light? In this episode of Grounded Wellness, we sit down with heliotherapy practitioner and circadian biology educator Zaid Dahhaj to explore the deeper science of sunlight and how it programs nearly every system in the body. From hormones and metabolism to skin repair, sleep, and mitochondrial function, light acts as one of the most powerful…
So much of modern “anti-aging” is built on fear - fear of wrinkles, fear of decline, fear that your best years are behind you. But what if aging isn’t just something to fight, but something to understand? In this episode of Grounded Wellness, Bethany McDaniel sits down with Dr. Joy Kong (UCLA-trained, triple board-certified stem cell specialist) to demystify regenerative medicine and reframe what stem cells actually are: not magic, not science fiction - but part of the original intelligence of life itself. Dr. Joy takes us all the way back to the beginning - the single stem cell that became…
Most women don’t want to lose weight just to hit a number on the scale. They want to feel confident, attractive, and comfortable in their own body again. And yet for so many women, even eating clean and working out feels like it’s not enough. In this episode of Grounded Wellness , Bethany McDaniel sits down with functional nutritionist and Primal Bod founder Candi Frazier - a woman whose own health journey led her to uncover what most weight-loss conversations completely miss: insulin, metabolism, and the hidden signals that decide whether your body stores fat or burns it. Candi shares how…
Most of us only think about movement when something hurts. But what if the stiffness you’ve been ignoring is actually your body’s early warning system - not a life sentence, but information? In this episode of Grounded Wellness, Bethany McDaniel sits down with Vinny Crispino (Pain Academy) - an eight-time All-American athlete whose life changed after a surfing accident left him with a broken back and years of relentless, chronic pain. What followed wasn’t a simple “rehab protocol,” but decade-long unraveling of what pain really is - and why so many people stay stuck even after tissue heals.…
So many women are doing all the “right” things - eating clean, working out, staying busy - and yet still feel tired, inflamed, foggy, and stuck in a body that doesn’t respond. The frustration isn’t laziness. It’s often a body that’s been running on stress for too long. In this episode of Grounded Wellness, Bethany McDaniel sits down with Dr. Austin Lake, a functional medicine practitioner who helps women uncover the quiet, compounding drivers behind fatigue, stubborn weight gain, hormone imbalance, and burnout. Instead of chasing quick fixes, Dr. Lake points us back to something both ancient…
On this episode of Grounded Wellness, relive the most-watched and most-commented moments in 2025. As we embark on a new year, we wanted to celebrate some of your favorite moments from this past year - the moments that you all kept coming back to, the ones that sparked the most comments, conversation, and community. Be sure to comment your favorite moments, new guests you want to see, and any new topics you want us to talk about in 2026 on the podcast. From Primally Pure and Grounded Wellness, we thank you so much for being a part of this community. Episodes Highlighted: Dr. Teo Soleymani:…
In a culture obsessed with convenience, speed, and shelf life, we’ve quietly traded away something essential: real nourishment . Food today is engineered to last longer, travel farther, and cost less — but at what cost to our health, our families, and our connection to the land? On this episode of Grounded Wellness, Bethany McDaniel sits down with Amos Miller, an Amish farmer and steward of one of the most well-known raw dairy farms in the country. Amos doesn’t speak in trends or talking points — he speaks from generations of lived wisdom, faith, and direct relationship with the soil. His…
For generations, we’ve been told a simple story: fertility just happens. Try hard enough, be patient, and eventually it will work. But for WeNatal founders Ronit Menashe and Vita Delrahim, that belief led to heartbreak — miscarriages just one week apart, each followed by the same vague explanation: “It’s just bad luck.” They didn’t accept that. Instead, they started asking deeper questions — and what they uncovered challenged everything they’d been taught about conception. From the global fertility crisis to sperm count decline, toxin overload, and the outdated notion that fertility is “a…
Fast fashion has a hidden price tag — one that isn’t printed on a receipt. Beyond the checkout counter lies a cost paid by artisans, ecosystems, and future generations. Yet, for many consumers, that reality remains unseen. In this episode of Grounded Wellness, Bethany McDaniel sits down with Angela O’Brien, founder of the globally celebrated sustainable fashion brand Cleobella. What began as a dream of freedom and creativity — and a $12,000 savings account — has evolved into a movement for mindful design and ethical production. From organic fibers and plant-based dyes to small-batch,…
In a world that’s constantly connected, it’s easy to forget that the same technology keeping us “on” 24/7 might also be quietly wearing us down. From fatigue and anxiety to infertility and insomnia, the devices we depend on could be disrupting our most essential systems — our hormones, sleep, and cellular health. On this episode of Grounded Wellness, Bethany McDaniel sits down with August Brice, founder of Tech Wellness and a leading voice in the movement to help families live healthier digital lives. After developing electromagnetic sensitivity more than 25 years ago, August turned her…
Most detoxes miss the most important step — and it’s why so many people still feel tired, foggy, or hormonally off even after “doing everything right.” In this episode of Grounded Wellness , Dr. Daniel Pompa, a pioneer in cellular healing and detoxification, joins Bethany to reveal why true healing starts in the cell . After facing years of unexplained illness, mercury toxicity, and chronic fatigue, Dr. Pompa discovered a principle that changed everything: You don’t get well until you fix the cell. They discuss: The Five R’s of Cellular Healing — and why step one (removing the source) is the…
Conventional skincare culture tells us to fight aging, fear the sun, and turn to quick fixes like Botox to stay youthful. But are injections the only way? In this episode, holistic esthetician Elizabeth Carter, founder of Honest Rituals, joins Grounded Wellness co-host and holistic esthetician Courtney Goetz to explore the truth about Botox, its risks, and natural alternatives that actually work. They discuss how intuitive skincare can be a sacred ritual, why facial massage and buccal massage support both emotional release and youthful skin, and how cosmetic acupuncture and natural rituals…
For decades, women have been told the same story: mammograms save lives. They’re painted as the gold standard for breast cancer prevention — a rite of passage once you hit your forties. But what if that story isn’t the full picture? What if the very test meant to protect us is also leading to unnecessary fear, invasive treatments, and even harm? In this powerful episode of Grounded Wellness, host Bethany McDaniel sits down with Dr. Jenn Simmons, a former top breast cancer surgeon turned functional medicine practitioner, who is leading a revolution in women’s health. Dr. Simmons knows the…
For too long, parents have been told that when a child is diagnosed with cancer, the only thing that matters is surviving chemotherapy. Nutrition? Not important. Side effects? Just part of the process. But what if that isn’t the full story? In honor of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, Bethany sat down with her good friend, Season Johnson, Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and founder of KICKcancER , to explore the intersection of conventional cancer treatment and holistic healing. This conversation covers everything from the emotional toll of a pediatric diagnosis to practical…
In today’s episode of Grounded Wellness, our Holistic Esthetician, Courtney, is guiding you through a mindful meditation designed to help you ease into your luteal phase with intention. This phase of your monthly cycle, which occurs between ovulation and menstruation, is your inner autumn and often gets misunderstood. For many, it’s a time of heightened emotions and a pull inward – it’s common to feel more sensitive, introspective or even irritable during this time. But what if we could learn to reframe our experience of the luteal phase and start to see it in a more empowering light?…
In this episode of Grounded Wellness , Bethany sits down with Emily Detrick , an integrative nutrition health coach who has helped tens of thousands of women balance their hormones naturally. After years of struggling with the side effects of hormonal birth control, painful periods, and hormone imbalances, Emily has made it her mission to help women reclaim their cycles and feel at home in their bodies again. Together, they unpack the biggest myths about women’s health — from the lie that PMS is “normal” to the overlooked truth that food, stress, and daily habits play a bigger role in…
About Grounded Wellness by Primally Pure
Welcome to Grounded Wellness: your go-to podcast for simple and trustworthy information on how to live a more holistic + non-toxic life. Each week you’ll find us here, on our regenerative farm, grounding with our feet in the soil, and having candid, out-of-the-box conversations with leading experts in holistic health, skincare, regenerative agriculture and more. No matter where you are on your holistic wellness journey, we invite you to be part of this conversation. Let’s dig in. Explore Primally Pure: Shop: https://bit.ly/4e1HzVv Blog: https://bit.ly/4gAeIsY Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/primallypure Follow on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@primallypure
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