Mind Body Health & Politics

By: Richard L. Miller
  • Summary

  • Dr. Richard Louis Miller is an American Clinical Psychologist, Founder of Wilbur Hot Springs Health Sanctuary, and broadcaster who hosts the Mind Body Health & Politics talk radio program from Mendocino County, California. Dr. Miller was also Founder and chief clinician of the nationally acclaimed, pioneering, Cokenders Alcohol and Drug Program. Dr. Miller’s new book, Psychedelic Medicine, is based on his interviews with the most acclaimed experts on the topic. Mind Body Health & Politics radio broadcast is known for its wide ranging discussions on political issues and health. The program’s format includes guest interviews with prominent national authorities, scientists, best-selling authors, and listener call-ins. The programs offer a forum and soundboard for listeners to interact with the show and its guests. We invite you to listen to the latest broadcasts below or visit our many archived programs. We’d love to hear from you on political and health issues!

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Episodes
  • The 5 Most Common Psychedelic Risks | Dr. Daniel Kruger
    Feb 7 2025

    "You might feel like you're dying... you might think that the state you're in is going to last forever." - Dr. Daniel Kruger

    A groundbreaking University of Michigan study of 1,200+ psychedelic users reveals shocking statistics about adverse effects, from sexual misconduct to psychological crises. Dr. Daniel Kruger shares critical findings about what really happens when people use psychedelics outside clinical settings, and why people still take these risks despite the dangers.

    Learn:

    * Why 74.3% of users experience profound sadness

    * The troubling 1-in-20 risk of misconduct with underground guides

    * How to prepare for common psychological challenges

    * The shift from recreational to therapeutic motivations

    * Why legal risks remain significant despite policy changes

    Timestamps:

    (00:00) - The Alarming Stats No One Talks About

    (04:19) - Why People Risk Everything for Psychedelics

    (10:15) - The Dark Truth About Underground Guides

    (15:36) - Sadness & Fear: Feature or Bug? (The Debate)

    (21:01) - Near-Death Experience: Why It's Almost Guaranteed

    (28:17) - The Legal Risk (33% Know Someone Arrested)

    (32:43) - From Terror to Transformation (Personal Story)

    (38:42) - Why Clinical Access Costs "Tens of Thousands"

    (46:47) - The Future of Safe Psychedelic Use

    (52:53) - Essential Safety Advice for Users



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    50 mins
  • Kim Stanley Robinson: A Science Fiction Prophet Predicts What’s After Capitalism
    Jan 19 2025

    In this eye-opening conversation with legendary science fiction author Kim Stanley Robinson, we explore practical paths to meaningful change in an age of crisis. From local climate action groups to worker-owned cooperatives, Robinson reveals how working alternatives to capitalism are hiding in plain sight.

    00:00 Capitalism vs. Feudalism: A Comparison

    00:41 Introduction to Mind, Body, Health, and Politics

    01:35 Kim Stanley Robinson on Climate Change and Local Action

    04:29 Capitalism, Climate, and Utopia: Interconnected Themes

    11:27 Historical Perspectives: Genghis Khan and Social Systems

    14:56 Marxism and Its Challenges

    19:18 Examples of Alternative Systems

    23:48 The Role of Democracy and Progressive Taxation

    28:02 Literacy and Communication in Modern Society

    30:19 The Influence of Right-Wing Talk Radio

    32:06 The Power of Oral Tradition and Social Media

    34:44 The Art of Compression in Communication

    36:08 The Value of Long-Form Novels

    38:45 Local Government and Community Involvement

    40:01 The Village Homes Experiment

    47:13 Reflections on the Current Political ClimateLinks & Resources

    A Sci-Fi Writer Returns to Earth: ‘The Real Story Is the One Facing Us’ NY Times

    Village Homes Cooperative, Davis, CA

    Cool Davis Climate Action Group

    Mondragon Cooperative Corporation

    Kerala's Panchayat System of Local Governance

    Ministry for the Future by Kim Stanley Robinson



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    54 mins
  • Ivor Cummins on the truth about cholesterol, insulin & nutrition
    Dec 28 2024

    Chemical engineer turned health researcher Ivor Cummins shares shocking discoveries about metabolic health, cholesterol myths, and institutional bias in medicine. With 25+ years of complex problem-solving experience and a Stanford innovation certificate, Cummins brings his analytical expertise to expose gaps in modern medical understanding. Author of "Eat Rich, Live Long" and creator of MetabolicDuo.com, his research has challenged conventional wisdom on cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and obesity. Learn why this leading voice in metabolic health says everything we've been told about nutrition is wrong.00:00 Debunking Nutrition Myths

    00:30 Introducing Ivor Cummins

    00:52 The Philosophy of Skepticism

    02:21 Ivor's Journey into Health Skepticism

    03:01 Challenging Medical Expertise

    05:37 Discovering Metabolic Syndrome

    08:49 Questioning Government and Institutions

    14:26 The Profit Motive in Health and Medicine

    15:51 Technocratic Dystopia and Global Agendas

    29:25 The Importance of Cash and Self-Sufficiency

    31:00 The Five Biggest Lies: Nutrition and Climate

    31:18 The Cash Conundrum: CBDC and Financial Control

    32:22 Pandemic Industry: Lies and Data

    36:38 The Big Lie: Framing Russia and Putin

    39:44 Mask Mandates: Science or Social Control?

    53:26 The Fight for Cash: Practical Steps

    58:24 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

    Links & Resources

    "Eat Rich, Live Long: Mastering the Low-Carb & Keto Spectrum for Weight Loss and Longevity" by Ivor Cummins and Dr. Jeffry Gerber

    MetabolicDuo.com - Latest health and longevity platform

    Website: https://thefatemperor.com/

    YouTube: The Fat Emperor (250,000+ subscribers)

    Twitter: https://twitter.com/FatEmperor

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFatEmperor

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ivorcummins/

    Key Topics for Further Research:

    "The Transmission of Epidemic Influenza" by Dr. Hope-Simpson (referenced in interview)

    Professor Reaven's work on Syndrome X (Metabolic Syndrome)

    Serum ferritin as metabolic syndrome marker

    GGT and insulin resistance

    Cholesterol science and statins

    Swedish mortality data (1918-present)



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