Welcome back to Beautifully Broken, where healing meets high performance. In this reflective episode, I explore the concept of bio-individuality—how each of us carries a unique blueprint of DNA that unfolds into a living, breathing expression of life. I share personal stories of illness, healing, and loss that illuminate the incredible polarity of the human experience: how some of us are biologically resilient, while others are profoundly sensitive to the same environmental triggers.

We’ll look at the scientific and spiritual sides of this truth—from how genetic mutations shaped survival during the Black Death and malaria epidemics, to the modern emotional weight of watching friends fall ill far too young. I unpack what it means to live with awareness of your blueprint without fear of it—to recognize that while nature may be impartial, the choices we make each day can color our genetic expression.

This episode is both a meditation on grief and a celebration of life’s exquisite design. It’s an invitation to move through the world with kindness, curiosity, and reverence for your own human blueprint.

Episode Highlights

[00:00] – Opening reflection: our DNA as a living blueprint, shaped but not ruled by environment

[01:12] – Defining bio-individuality and why some people seem “immune” to illness

[03:35] – Honoring grief: remembering friends lost to illness and the fragility of life

[05:50] – Personal reflection on cancer, Lyme, and surviving 100% of hard days

[08:12] – The science of resilience: HIV resistance, the CR5 mutation, and evolutionary advantage

[09:50] – The double edge of genetics: how the sickle cell trait both protects and harms

[10:36] – Why our genetic diversity ensures the survival of humanity

[12:48] – The power of choice, compassion, and connection in shaping our gene expression

[13:44] – Closing reminder: the same individuality that causes suffering also enables miracles

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Welcome back to Beautifully Broken, where healing meets high performance. Today, I’m joined by Dr. Chad Yarbrough, a pioneer in genetic testing who’s changing the way we think about privacy, precision, and personalized care. Dr. Chad takes us from his early days in functional medicine—watching nonverbal kids go verbal and infertility cases resolve—to building his own lab for complete data control.

We dive deep into the science of SNPs, alleles, and the epigenome, and how to interpret your genetic report without panic or paralysis. Dr. Chad explains why knowledge truly is power, how to avoid being sold unnecessary supplements, and why environment and lifestyle are still the ultimate levers for gene expression. You’ll also hear real-world stories of patients reversing early dementia, overcoming histamine intolerance, and reclaiming their vitality by aligning with their genetic strengths.

This is a masterclass in genetic literacy, data privacy, and actionable wellness. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by health advice online, this conversation will leave you clear, empowered, and ready to take ownership of your biology.

Episode Highlights

[00:00] – Welcome to Beautifully Broken: why genetics is a “river of misinformation” online

[02:33] – Chad’s first experience with functional medicine and genetic testing in a clinic setting

[04:35] – The truth behind 23andMe: data sales, privacy breaches, and what most people don’t know

[06:37] – How genetics acts as your “roadmap” for personalized health and lab testing

[08:05] – Moving away from fear: why color-coded reports and “red” SNPs can mislead consumers

[09:42] – What sets MaxGen Labs apart: owning the machines, data privacy, and quality control

[12:01] – Building easy-to-use reports with clear action steps instead of selling supplements

[16:04] – Genetics 101 over coffee: DNA, alleles, and how your “recipe book” shapes you

[17:52] – SNPs and supplements: why you need two indications before taking anything

[21:30] – The overlooked role of histamine, diet, and environment before methylation support

[25:53] – Full genome vs. validated SNPs: why more data isn’t always better

[30:32] – Epigenetics explained: the gun, the trigger, and the safety switch of gene expression

[39:06] – Pesticide and toxin sensitivity: how your genes affect environmental exposures

[41:59] – Tylenol, CYP genes, and glutathione: the hidden risk in a common pain reliever

[46:15] – Real-life results: from methylfolate “aha” moments to reversing early dementia

[50:49] – MTHFR and beyond: when methylfolate isn’t the answer and what to try instead

[54:21] – The #1 lifestyle needle-mover: detoxing your environment before supplements

[59:01] – What it means to be “beautifully broken” from Chad’s perspective

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In this episode of the Beautifully Broken Podcast, Freddie Kimmel is joined once again by Nathalie Niddam—nutritionist, biohacker, and creator of the Longevity and Peptide communities. The two dive into an honest and practical dialogue about what it really means to support the body in today’s world.

Freddie shares updates from his own journey, including building the Biological Blueprint Academy, his personal experience with GLP-2 microdosing, and how technologies like the Avacyn and blood flow restriction training fit into his healing toolbox. Nathalie explains the evolving science around GLP-1 agonists like semaglutide, the recent headlines linking them to vision issues, and why safe dosing and practitioner support are critical.

The conversation also explores:
• Why light is a foundational nutrient as important as food.
• How “stacking” therapies can either synergize or overwhelm the body.
• The importance of journaling and self-tracking when experimenting with peptides.
• The distinction between true foundational practices and enhancement technologies.
• Fasting as both a physiological and spiritual discipline.

This episode blends cutting-edge science, grounded health principles, and lived wisdom—reminding us that while peptides and devices can accelerate progress, they will never replace the basics: movement, environment, light, sleep, and community

Episode Highlights

[00:00] – The risks uncovered: Dramatic drops in glucose and weight, and the rare but serious possibility of optic‑nerve damage with GLP‑1s.
[01:16] – Freddie’s health update and the surprising wellness wins worth celebrating.
[04:47] – Nathalie on environmental overload, “stacking” inputs, and tuning into body signals.
[06:16] – The energetic layers behind biohacking—and what happens when you’re too sensitive.
[10:01] – Building Peptide Parlor, fostering a longevity-minded community, and embracing collaboration.
[11:53] – Supplement overwhelm, industry bias, and the importance of prioritizing body signals over protocol.
[22:08] – Reframing GLP-1 use: sustainable weight loss, psychological shifts, and the pace your body prefers.
[35:49] – Understanding semaglutide, tirzepatide, and red-atrutide—and why more isn’t always better.
[45:10] – Blood flow restriction, Avacyn, vibration, and microcirculation: stacking devices with intention.
[51:29] – Fasting mimetics vs. true fasting: metabolic benefits, risks, and the deeper layers beyond restriction.
[56:01] – Nathalie’s peptide story: CJC/Ipamorelin, mast cells, histamine flares, and learning what not to do.
[01:10:56] – Stem cells, exosomes, Therium testing, and how to track longevity with real biomarkers.

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Welcome back to Beautifully Broken, where healing meets high performance. In this episode, I sit down with Dean Hall—an inspiring adventurer whose story blends tragedy, survival, and extraordinary feats. Dean’s life was upended by the sudden loss of his wife and a severe cancer diagnosis. Instead of surrendering, he swam the entire 187‑mile length of Oregon’s Willamette River, while living with active cancer. That grueling, frigid journey led to a radical remission—one medicine declared impossible.

Dean then turned to forest bathing—walking and sleeping under ancient trees—to heal physically and emotionally. Through intentionally connecting with nature, including ice‑bath practice, he not only restored his body but resurrected his spirit. His path reframes traditional psychology around "BioWild," a nature‑rooted approach emphasizing flow, recharge, and giving from abundance. It’s a story of resilience, purpose, and honoring your body’s intelligence. Tune in for lessons on mindset, radical ownership of your health, and how to find healing in wild places.

Episode Highlights

[00:00] - Dean’s life-changing swim and the shocking moment his leukemia seemingly vanished
[02:16] - Holding two world records and the physical toll of cold, open water endurance swims
[05:14] - The technique behind “total immersion” swimming and the deeper mindset required
[10:23] - Losing his wife to a brain tumor and the raw truth about navigating profound grief
[22:08] - Moving back to Oregon, rediscovering purpose, and a sixth-grade journal that sparked the dream
[30:45] - Rebuilding from rock bottom—Dean’s first swim back and the power of momentum
[36:10] - The unexpected hero: Dean’s 79-year-old dad joins him for the 187-mile river journey
[51:26] - Radical remission: the first blood test results that stunned Dean’s oncologist
[58:08] - Healing in the forest: how nature, solitude, and emotion unlocked true recovery
[1:08:13] - Introducing “BioWild Psychology”—Dean’s nature-based model for lasting mental and emotional health
[1:15:10] - A message for anyone facing illness: reclaim your identity and be your own advocate

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In this solo episode, Freddie Kimmel invites listeners into an intimate health check-in, sharing what’s been working in his own healing journey after two decades of navigating chronic illness, surgeries, and autoimmune dysfunction. He discusses how his inflammation is at the lowest it has ever been, thanks to practices like microdosing GLP-2 peptides, experimenting with the Avacyn circulation device, and adding quercetin and vitamin C for histamine support. Freddie reflects on what it means to wake up pain-free at 47, why consistent practices matter more than one-off efforts, and how simple shifts in rhythm and environment can unlock resilience.

Freddie also unveils the core principles behind his new course, The Biological Blueprint: Foundational Principles for Longevity and Health. These guiding truths—consistency over intensity, environment before supplementation, connection as medicine, discipline as freedom, less doing/more being, and starting where you are—form the operating manual for a healthier, more liberated life. Whether you’re curious about new biohacking tools, looking to reduce inflammation, or seeking a grounded framework for your health journey, this episode offers inspiration and practical wisdom to support your next step.

Episode Highlights

[00:24] - Why this solo episode matters—and a quick life update
[01:33] - My current inflammation is the lowest it’s ever been (and what that means)
[02:51] - What’s helping me right now: GLP-2 peptides and the Avacyn device
[04:55] - Vitamin C, quercetin, and histamine support: simple yet powerful additions
[05:19] - Launching The Biological Blueprint on my brother’s birthday
[05:48] - Foundational principles from the course: consistency over intensity
[06:46] - The power of prioritizing your environment before supplementation
[07:50] - Connection regulates biology: why community is medicine
[08:58] - Discipline equals freedom: tools of liberation from food to sleep
[10:55] - Less doing, more being: why your nervous system needs stillness
[12:32] - Final thoughts on momentum, presence, and being in your body

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This episode is not just a conversation—it's a soul-stirring experience. Alex Bradley joins the podcast to share his deeply personal journey of heartbreak, spiritual deconstruction, and the reclamation of purpose. From waking up at 4:20 AM to coach fitness classes to leading impactful events and walking alongside others in their healing, Alex brings raw honesty and contagious energy to the mic.

We explore how movement is more than physical—it's a pathway to presence, healing, and transformation. Alex opens up about losing his faith, navigating divorce, and enduring the devastating loss of his best friend AJ to suicide. These moments, while breaking him open, became the foundation for his most ambitious and heart-led mission yet: The Next Step Movement—a 100-day, 2,560-mile walk from Austin, TX to Oregon City, OR.

Alex's story will move you, challenge your perspectives, and invite you to reconnect with your body, your purpose, and your community. Tune in to discover how one step at a time can change everything.

Episode Highlights:

[01:09] - Alex's early morning routine and what fuels his passion for fitness and movement
[01:58] - The "aha" moment when a client connects to their body and the joy of transformation
[05:52] - Breaking down fitness myths and how balance and awareness are more powerful than aesthetics
[13:13] - The beauty of community learning and how witnessing others can reflect our own patterns
[15:45] - Growing up in leadership and stepping into a role of service from an early age
[23:31] - Deconstructing faith and walking away from ministry to seek authentic alignment
[31:31] - The devastating loss of his best friend AJ and how it became the catalyst for the Next Step Movement
[46:10] - The logistics, route, and purpose behind Alex's 2,560-mile walk across the country
[55:55] - Where to follow the journey and how you can walk, support, or donate

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Tara Garrison is not your average fitness coach. In this raw, unfiltered episode, we peel back the curtain on Tara’s profound journey from a life that felt out of alignment—being a Mormon stay-at-home mom of four—to a ripped, radiant leader in holistic health and mindset coaching. This episode isn’t just about gains in the gym—it’s about the gains that come from deep emotional work, spiritual realignment, and radical self-love.

Tara shares her awakening journey through training, her escape from the Mormon church, the trials of narcissistic abuse, and her rise into leadership and coaching. We also go deep on cult-like dynamics in wellness circles, the importance of intensity in strength training, and why building muscle isn't just physical—it's a reflection of inner transformation. Get ready to be moved, inspired, and maybe a little shaken in the best way.

Episode Highlights

[00:00] – Tara’s reflection on cult-like thinking in the keto community
[01:35] – From personal training to full-spectrum health and mindset coaching
[05:07] – Her radical transformation post-Mormonism and the journey of self-realignment
[08:59] – The emotional and psychological toll of leaving a religion and identity behind
[13:01] – Losing it all and the “body slam” from the universe that sparked deep healing
[17:19] – Seeing life’s deepest pain as the best thing that ever happened
[22:03] – The obsession behind body transformation and how it masked deeper trauma
[26:49] – Comparing cult-like dynamics: bodybuilding vs. health optimization circles
[31:09] – When Tara reintroduced carbs and faced backlash from the keto world
[34:05] – Cult-think in spirituality, wellness, and the danger of superiority
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[37:19] – How intuition and "the Holy Ghost" became her internal GPS
[41:39] – Why AI can’t replace human coaching and the power of retreat experiences
[50:19] – Tara’s no-BS guide to building muscle: why sleep, intensity, and technique matter
[58:40] – Debunking the steroid rumors and breaking down real gym intensity
[01:04:11] – How to work with Tara (app, coaching, and retreats)
[01:07:27] – The dangers of dogma in diet culture and why she wrote Short Term Keto
[01:08:59] – Tara’s final advice: validate yourself, love yourself, and show up for yourself
[01:10:49] – What it means to be beautifully broken: a rebirth through adversity

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What if changing the water you drink could transform your gut health, lower inflammation, and boost vitality? In this episode of the Beautifully Broken Podcast, Freddie sits down with Dr. Paul Barattiero, founder of Echo Water and pioneer in molecular hydrogen research. Paul shares his journey from helping his wife overcome debilitating health issues to developing one of the most trusted hydrogen water systems in the world. He explains how molecular hydrogen works as a selective antioxidant and signaling molecule, why gut health is the foundation of immune resilience and longevity, and the role of Oxidation Reduction Potential (ORP) in restoring beneficial gut bacteria.

You’ll also learn how hydrogen impacts oxidative stress, chronic inflammation, brain function, and mitochondrial health; practical methods for using hydrogen such as bottles, baths, and inhalation; and why third-party testing is crucial in a crowded marketplace. Paul shares research-backed benefits ranging from athletic recovery and skin health to fasting support and LDL reduction, offering listeners a clear path to integrating hydrogen into their wellness routine. Hydrogen may be one of the most underutilized wellness tools available today—tune in to discover why this tiny molecule could make a huge impact on your health journey.

Episode Highlights
[00:00] – Why molecular hydrogen is one of the most underutilized wellness tools on the planet
[03:27] – Dr. Paul’s personal story: healing his wife’s debilitating health issues with hydrogen water
[10:44] – Understanding ORP and why gut health is the foundation for immune function
[19:30] – How hydrogen manages oxidative stress, inflammation, and brain function
[32:20] – Why Echo Water can rehab your gut in just two weeks
[36:50] – The Echo Flask: portable, unbreakable hydrogen water on the go
[48:43] – Different ways to get hydrogen—drinking, bathing, and inhalation—and which is most effective
[55:45] – The history of hydrogen-rich hot springs and their global healing reputation
[01:07:11] – Favorite studies: longevity, diabetes, and anti-cancer benefits of hydrogen
[01:14:57] – How professional sports teams like the 49ers and Dodgers use Echo Water for recovery

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