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Contrary to Ordinary, Exploring Extraordinary Personal Journeys

Contrary to Ordinary, Exploring Extraordinary Personal Journeys

著者： CariFree - Exploring Extraordinary Personal Journeys
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Join Dr. Kim Kutsch, the brilliant mind behind CariFree, as he explores the extraordinary lives of thought leaders in the dental industry, and beyond. Contrary to Ordinary explores further than dentistry - here we unravel the minds of change-makers, paradigm shifters, and world shakers. Every two weeks, we dive into the stories of our remarkable guests—ordinary people who continually defy limits. Discover their tales of success, resilience, and self-awareness, and explore how they leverage these experiences not only to elevate dental practice and patient care but also to champion personal growth and entrepreneurship. Listen for captivating conversations with innovators who seamlessly blend art and technology, pursue curiosity, and create the truly extraordinary. Contrary to Ordinary isn't your typical dentistry podcast—it's a vibrant community that's hit #1 in ‘Entrepreneurship,’ #3 in ‘Business,’ and #21 in ‘All Podcasts’ for a reason. We've had the pleasure of hosting inspiring guests like innovators, dental leaders, pioneering inventors, and artists, including Angus Walls, Machell Hudson, Dr. Simon McDonald, Dr. Bobby Birdi, Rella Christensen, Professor Phillip D. Marsh, Carmen Ohling, John Kois, Dr. Susan Maples, Doug Young, Colt Idol, Stephanie Staples, and many more who've graced our mic. Each episode isn't just a listen; it's a lesson in living an extraordinary life authentically, embracing rebellion, and nurturing leadership. We dive into diverse topics, from mentoring, coaching, personal development, and work-life balance to self-awareness, emotional intelligence, leadership, storytelling, altruism, and motivation. And yes, we also cover dentistry—exploring natural dentists, dental health, dental laboratories, oral care, oral surgery, dental hygiene, caries disease, brushing teeth, and overall tooth care. Tune in to Contrary to Ordinary for a unique blend of wisdom that goes beyond the ordinary and resonates with all aspects of life! This podcast aims to empower you to be extraordinary in your dental practice and improve not just your dental care but your overall life! Do you have an extraordinary story you’d like to share with us? Or perhaps a question for Dr. Kutsch. Contact us on our Instagram, Facebook or Twitter today. About Our Host: Meet Dr. Kim Kutsch: a retired dentist with 40 years of experience, prolific writer, thought leader, inventor, and researcher in dental caries and minimally invasive dentistry, brings his insatiable curiosity to the forefront. Eager to learn from those breaking boundaries in dentistry, particularly in preventative and non-invasive dentistry approaches, Dr. Kutsch launched the Contrary to Ordinary podcast. As a keen creative and curious mind, Dr. Kutsch extends his podcast guest list to artists, entrepreneurs, and fascinating minds who have piqued his interest. He wants to learn from them and see how he can be inspired by their extraordinary ways of living and adapt his learnings into his own life and his business, CariFree. About CariFree: CariFree is the new model for oral health and cavity prevention. Dr. Kutsch is the CEO and founder of this business. They create cutting-edge technology and science-based solutions to common dental health concerns for the whole family, making it easy to banish cavities for good with preventive strategies over restorative procedures. Find out how dentists are using CariFree products to revolutionize their dental practices here: https://carifree.com/success-stories/.© 2026 CariFree - Exploring Extraordinary Personal Journeys マネジメント・リーダーシップ リーダーシップ 経済学 衛生・健康的な生活
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  • 46. Thriving in the Chaos: How Dr. Alex Vieira Thrives on the Road Less Travelled

    46. Thriving in the Chaos: How Dr. Alex Vieira Thrives on the Road Less Travelled
    2026/02/24

    People often take the easy path, but what can you achieve and grow by jumping into thorny problems that don’t have an obvious solution?

    Today's guest on Contrary to Ordinary is Dr. Alex Vieira. He’s a pioneer in cleft-palate research, has authored more than 400 scientific papers, and is the most cited expert in the field.

    In this episode, Alex shares his journey from growing up in Rio de Janeiro during the military regime to becoming a leading figure in oral health research. He discusses his decision to pursue dentistry, influenced by an admired uncle, the challenges of starting his research career during the AIDS epidemic, and his fascination with the Human Genome Project.

    In this episode’s commentary, Kim discusses the importance of the entrepreneurial mindset and the roles of genetics and environment in shaping human behavior. He emphasizes the value of collaboration, the importance of local contributions to global impact, and the need to maintain high research standards.

    Overall, Alex believes in following one's passion and making meaningful changes in the immediate environment, which he sees as having a trickle-down effect on broader societal improvements.

    Episode Highlights

    01:49 –Alex’s early life.

    04:41 – How working with genetics changed the trajectory of Alex’s career.

    08:00 – Kim’s thoughts: Surround yourself with those you admire - the rest will follow.

    08:46 – The Human Genome Project and dentistry.

    12:10 – The road less travelled and the genetics of extraordinary.

    14:47 –Kim's thoughts: Can you change your genetic predisposition through forming new habits?

    15:55 – The complicated world of genetics and dental caries.

    19:49 – What drives Alex?

    20:41 – Kim's thoughts: The entrepreneurial mindset isn’t just for business people.

    23:43 –How does Alex maintain a high standard of work?

    24:47 – What’s next for Alex?

    25:56 – Alex’s final thoughts.

    Resources

    Follow your curiosity, connect, and join our ever-growing community of extraordinary minds.

    • CariFree Website
    • CariFree on Instagram
    • CariFree on Facebook
    • CariFree on Pinterest
    • Dr. Alex Vieira Bio
    • The Human Genome Project Website
    • The Power of Habit - Charles Duhigg
    • Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones - James Clear
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    29 分
  • 45. Unwavering Compassion and Fearlessness with Dr. Bradley Bale

    45. Unwavering Compassion and Fearlessness with Dr. Bradley Bale
    2024/11/26

    Today's guest is Dr. Bradley Bale, a pioneering cardiologist and co-founder of the BaleDoneen Method.


    In this episode, we explore Brad’s fearless approach to life, the driving force behind his groundbreaking practice, and dive into why he’s willing to take a few arrows in the back for what he believes in.

    The BaleDoneen Method is a personalized approach to preventing and managing heart attacks, strokes, and cardiovascular disease (CVD). It focuses on identifying and treating the root causes of arterial disease rather than just addressing risk factors like high blood pressure or cholesterol.

    Resources

    Follow your curiosity, connect, and join our ever-growing community of extraordinary minds.

    CariFree Website

    CariFree on Instagram

    CariFree on Facebook

    CariFree on Pinterest

    The BaleDoneen Method Website

    Beat the Heart Attack Gene

    The Bezos Blueprint
    The Biology of Kindness


    What's In This Episode

    • Brad’s motivation for taking a few arrows in the back.
    • Why the cardiovascular status quo isn’t good enough.
    • The financial incentives of late-stage treatment and not prevention.
    • The power of optimistic thinking.
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    33 分
  • 44. Global Citizenship with Dr. Sandra Hulac

    44. Global Citizenship with Dr. Sandra Hulac
    2024/11/12

    Today's guest is Dr. Sandra Hulac, co-founder of Tam, Hulac & Partners, a cutting-edge interdisciplinary dental practice in Hong Kong.

    In this episode, we dive into what it means to be a global citizen and business owner. We’ll also get a rare, inside look at how someone as accomplished as Sandra handles challenges - and even navigates moments of self-doubt.

    Sandra has been living and practicing in Hong Kong since 2001 and has also worked in London, Germany, and the US.

    Resources

    Follow your curiosity, connect, and join our ever-growing community of extraordinary minds.

    CariFree Website

    CariFree on Instagram

    CariFree on Facebook

    CariFree on Pinterest

    Tam, Hulac & Partners Website
    Why young people worldwide want and need ‘meaningful work’


    What's In This Episode

    • How Sandra found herself working in Hong Kong.
    • Sandra’s approach to tackling challenges in her life.
    • What Sandra thinks makes someone extraordinary.
    • Her advice to young people.
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    29 分
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