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Episode Description:

If you think light therapy is just about getting vitamin D from the sun or avoiding sunburn, this conversation will completely transform how you understand light as a fundamental nutrient your body desperately needs to function properly.

Today I'm talking with Brian Richards, founder and inventor of SaunaSpace, who discovered the power of light therapy over a decade ago when he was struggling with insomnia, acne, and low energy right out of college. What started as a personal health journey led him to uncover Dr. Kellogg's work, where he tested incandescent electric light baths on 50,000 patients and documented healing from almost every chronic illness imaginable.

Brian's approach is revolutionary because he's not just creating another red light device, he's recreating the full spectrum of healing light that our bodies are designed to receive from the sun, but without the harmful UV rays. We're diving deep into why we're literally beings of light, how over 70% of the photons we absorb from the sun are near infrared, and why this specific wavelength is crucial for mitochondrial function, melatonin production, and cellular repair.

From why LED lights are damaging our health to how structured water works in our bodies, Brian breaks down the science behind why light therapy can be life-changing for everything from seasonal depression to eyesight improvement.

In today's episode, we're talking about:

- How over 70% of the energy we absorb from the sun is near infrared light that directly feeds our mitochondria

- The difference between LED red light therapy and full-spectrum incandescent light

- How light exposure in the morning programs your entire day

- The revolutionary sauna technology that heats your body from the inside out using light instead of hot air

- EMF shielding and why it matters for creating the ultimate healing environment free from the constant stress of wireless signals

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 – Guest Introduction: Brian Richards, Sauna Space

00:51 – Brian’s Story: From Insomnia to Sauna Space

02:00 – The Science of Light Therapy

07:44 – Structured Water & Health

15:16 – Biohacking vs. Bioharmonizing

16:08 – Dangers of Blue Light

21:36 – Seasonal Affective Disorder & Light Solutions

27:00 – Sauna Science & Benefits

36:00 – EMF Shielding & Non-Toxic Living

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Most people think microplastics are the biggest threat from our plastic-saturated world, but they're completely missing the danger that's infiltrating our individual cells right now.

Today I'm pulling back the curtain and letting you into my brain to share the 5 rabbit holes I'm currently spiraling down. And trust me, they're not what you'd expect. I'm a creature of curiosity who loves a good deep dive into scientific research that maybe the public isn't looking at yet.

But here's something you should know about me first: I'm not an early adopter. I'm a hardcore skeptic who takes everything with a grain of salt until I've done my own research and my intuition tells me it's correct. This is especially important in the holistic wellness space where people love to talk about topics as if they're the end-all-be-all for everyone.

From nanoplastics that actually infiltrate our individual cells (way scarier than microplastics) to the incredible research on how specific microbes can literally digest these plastics out of our bodies, I'm sharing what's got me excited about the future of detoxification. I'm also diving deep into light therapy, structured water, and preparing for my first Northern Virginia winter with some interesting tools.

In today's episode, we're talking about:

• Nanoplastics vs. microplastics
• The emerging science of microbial detox
• Lux and illumination research
• My thyroid healing journey and why I'm working to get completely off medication
• Structured water skepticism turned curiosity

Resources Mentioned:

• How Plastics are Accumulating Inside Our Brains
• Smarter Tech Podcast
• Sarah Kleiner Wellness
• Mayu Water
• Glow Infrared Therapy Light

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If you're tired of feeling confused in store aisles, stressed about scary headlines, and overwhelmed by conflicting advice about toxins, this episode is your permission slip to finally breathe easy.

Today I'm sharing something special: the finale episode from my private podcast series that stands completely on its own. This isn't about adding more fear or another massive to-do list to your life. Instead, I'm giving you the framework to live from a place of peace, not panic, when it comes to toxins in your everyday life.

I've been exactly where you are. Confused, spending too much money on products that didn't work, and battling anxiety every time a fear-based reel popped up in my feed. But here's what I've learned after 18 years as an environmental law expert and healing from autoimmune issues: you don't need to be afraid when you have the right knowledge and know where to find reputable information.

In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on my signature course, Toxin Free in 3, and sharing exactly what it takes to build sustainable, lifelong habits around clean living. You'll hear about my unique risk-routine-relevance framework that helps you focus on what actually matters instead of getting lost in rabbit holes. I'm also diving deep into why not all toxins are created equal, how to read labels like a pro, and why understanding the science behind ingredients gives you the confidence to make your own informed choices.

This isn't theory. This is real-world application from someone who's walked this path and helped hundreds of students do the same. Whether you're just starting your clean living journey or you're ready to take it to the next level, this episode will give you clarity and peace of mind.

• The risk-routine-relevance framework
• Why ingredient education beats fear-based lists
• The 3 most important categories of swaps
• How to read labels like a pro
• The truth about disinfectants

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I've been a vocal critic of EMF protection products for years because most of them are complete junk, some actually amplify your radiation exposure! But today I'm talking with the one inventor whose products I actually recommend and use myself.

In today's episode, I'm sitting down with Ben Salem, the inventor and owner of WaveBlock. We're diving deep into EMFs, radiation exposure, and why most "protection" devices on the market are not only useless but potentially dangerous.

Ben's story is fascinating. He's a natural inventor who converted his entire home office into a Faraday cage during the pandemic and tested every EMF product he could find online, only to discover that most either didn't work or actually made radiation exposure worse.

What I love about Ben is that he's realistic about technology. He's not telling you to throw your phone away or go live in a cave. He recognizes that these devices aren't going anywhere, so he's creating practical solutions that reduce exposure while still allowing your technology to function. His wave-breaking theory, inspired by watching ocean waves crash on sand, led to a breakthrough that reduces phone radiation by up to 80%.

In this episode, we're chatting about:

• Why most EMF protection products make exposure worse

• The shocking truth about Bluetooth vs. 5G

• Outdated safety standards

• Practical protection strategies

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Today, we're chatting with one of my youngest Toxin Free in 3 students. When she realized the work she was doing as a speech language pathologist was being impeded by the chemicals coming from home, she knew she wanted to learn more about the root problem.

What started as curiosity about why she was seeing so many more autism diagnoses and chronic illnesses in her young patients led to a revelation about the toxic load these kids were carrying, and how it was affecting her own health too. Michelle's story is fascinating because she made the connection between the disinfectants being used in schools (which are literally made with pesticides) and her constant headaches.

Then, she realized she was putting a bandaid on symptoms instead of addressing root causes. After taking my course, she didn't just overhaul her own home. She even launched a toxin-free house cleaning service and now trains apartment complexes and gyms to swap their harsh chemicals for plant-based alternatives that actually save them money!

I love that Michelle represents the younger generation who's getting ahead of health issues instead of waiting until they're sick to make changes. Her approach to teaching businesses about proper disinfection (spoiler: most people don't know you have to leave Clorox on surfaces for 10 minutes) is changing how entire communities think about what "clean" really means.

• How toxic chemicals were impeding Michelle's therapy

• Building a toxin-free cleaning business

• Training businesses to go clean

• The disinfectant truth

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I need to set the record straight about those viral videos claiming "Organipeel" is now coating all your organic produce because it's completely false, and I accidentally contributed to the misinformation.

In today's episode, I'm doing something super fun: admitting I was wrong. A few weeks ago when those viral reels started spreading panic about Organipeel being approved for certified organic produce, people asked me to look into it. I did my research, found it registered with the EPA and listed on the OMRI website, and confirmed it was "real." But I didn't dig deep enough.

Here's what I missed: Organipeel was only ever approved as a post-harvest fungicide (not a coating). It was never approved for use on raw produce, and was actually discontinued in 2023. The company doesn't even make it anymore. So all that panic about a "new" coating on organic produce? It was based on old, irrelevant information.

But here's what IS true: there are waxes on your organic produce, and there have been for years. I'm breaking down what those actually are: organic carnauba wax from Brazilian palm plants, beeswax, and sometimes shellac (yes, insect wax). I'm also touching on why they're used to replace the natural wax that gets washed off during processing. If you want truly wax-free produce, you're going to need to befriend your local farmer.

In this episode, we're chatting about:

• The Organipeel myth breakdown

• What's actually on your organic produce

• My research mistake

• Getting truly wax-free produce

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When someone with a Harvard degree in sustainability and 10+ years of experience managing POTS through clean living tells me my course taught them things they couldn't find anywhere else, I know we need to have that conversation on the podcast.

In this bonus Thursday episode of the Toxin Freeish Podcast, I'm talking with Whitney, founder of Sustainably Acquired, about her incredible journey from being bedridden with POTS to becoming a sustainability consultant for both families and businesses. What makes Whitney's story so powerful is that she already had the educational background and had been living toxin-free for a decade, but she still found massive value in understanding the "why" behind ingredient safety.

Whitney shares how ditching fragrances and forever chemicals helped her become functional again after years of being completely bedridden, and why she's now creating solutions like a searchable clean product database where people can shop by their value. Whether that's zero waste, regeneratively grown, or just "clean but it has to actually work." Plus, she's developing fully biodegradable Easter eggs that will decompose in your garden but stay shelf-stable for years.

In this episode, we're chatting about:

• POTS and toxin connection

• Her new business venture: Sustainably Acquired

• Why being scared constantly is toxic too

• Innovation in green chemistry

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Episode Description:

If you've ever tried switching to mineral sunscreen only to hate the white cast, thick texture, or breakouts it caused, this conversation with Julie Longyear is going to change everything for you.

In today's episode, I'm talking with the founder of Blissoma, a skincare brand that has a cult-like following among people with the most sensitive, reactive skin. What makes Julie so special is that she actually formulated her own sunscreen in-house. This is something most clean skincare companies won't even attempt because of the FDA approvals, drug facts panels, and complexity involved.

We dive deep into why she spent evenings and weekends for months perfecting her sunscreen formula, how she fought back against manufacturers who tried to sneak in butyl octyl salicylate (a chemical UV filter disguised as an inactive ingredient), and why she believes our skin hasn't changed much since we were cave people, it's just the products we're using that are causing problems.

This conversation gets real about the manufacturing industry, why brands get pressured to compromise their formulations, and how Julie created a zinc oxide sunscreen that doesn't leave you looking like a ghost or feeling like you have cement on your face.

In this episode, we're chatting about:

• The sunscreen formulation journey

• Regenerative vs. organic sourcing

• Manufacturing industry truths

• Sensitive skin solutions

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