Pharmaphobic is a bold and thought-provoking podcast that challenges the status quo of health and wellness in America. Hosted by Dan, a veteran-turned-fitness professional, and Janie, a physician assistant, this show dives into the deep-rooted issues within big pharma, big food, and the healthcare system. With a mission to uncover corruption and promote sustainable, long-term health solutions, Pharmaphobic is for those seeking better answers, curious minds ready to question the system, and a ...
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Ep. 15 - Healing, Strength, And What Health Really Looks Like After The Hard Stuff
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1:21:24This episode is for anyone who's walked through a health crisis and wondered what comes next. Dan and Janie return from Summer Strong with more than just event highlights — they bring honest reflections about post-cancer recovery, the quiet costs of staying well, and the gaps in how our systems support us once the crisis fades. From AI in wellness …
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Ep. 14 - Old School Health: The Future Is In The Past
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1:10:25In this refreshingly real episode of The Pharmacophobic Podcast, Dan and Janie break down how the healthiest habits of the future may actually be buried in the past. From red light therapy to grounding, cold plunges to strength training—these so-called “cutting-edge” wellness trends are just modern ways of mimicking how we used to live. The duo sha…
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Ep. 13 - Strong, Not Stuck: Breaking The Fitness Myths Holding You Back
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1:13:36In this jam-packed episode of Pharmaphobic, Dan and Janie dismantle the most common traps keeping people from achieving real, sustainable health—starting with the obsession over aesthetics instead of capability. From misinformed protein choices and overhyped training programs to the dark side of intermittent fasting and HIIT for already maxed-out l…
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Ep. 12 - Let’s Talk Health: Simple Answers To Your Most Common Wellness Questions
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1:02:41Janie and Dan return for a grounded, conversation about what it really takes to feel strong, energized, and healthy — without getting lost in diet trends or wellness fads. They unpack common questions around protein, body fat, and supplements, while also exploring the FDA’s recent move to reduce pharmaceutical conflicts of interest. From processed …
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Ep. 11 - Part 2 ADHD, Rejection Sensitivity, And Mental Fitness: Nick Davenport On Building Resilience Without Medication
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1:01:36In part two of our conversation with performance coach and mental skills strategist Nick Davenport, we dive into the raw realities of living with undiagnosed ADHD and how neurodivergence manifests far beyond distraction. Nick opens up about his own mental health journey, from academic struggles to building systems of mental and physical performance…
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Ep. 10 - Part 1 Mind Over Muscle: Rewiring Mental Strength with Nicholas Davenport
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1:20:18Dan and Janie welcome Nicholas Davenport—aka “Mr. Mental Muscle”—to unpack the science and real-life application of becoming the strongest, healthiest, and most capable version of yourself. From elite athletes to law enforcement, Nicholas breaks down how his company MindBody1 fuses mindset, cognitive science, and physical performance into one power…
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Ep. 9 - Expanded Perspectives: What Europe Taught Us About Health
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1:19:55In this episode, Dan and Janie return from Croatia with more than just souvenirs—they bring back a fresh perspective on what it really means to live a healthy life. From navigating stick-shift cars in medieval towns to decoding ingredient labels in tiny markets, they explore how European lifestyle habits—like daily walking, slower meals, community …
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Ep. 8 - The Comfort Epidemic: When Convenience Costs Us Our Health
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1:20:19In this eye-opening episode of The Pharmaphobic Podcast, Janie and Dan dive headfirst into what they call "The Comfort Epidemic"—a societal shift toward convenience that’s quietly sabotaging our health, resilience, and quality of life. From fast food to pharmaceutical quick-fixes, from ergonomic chairs to AI-powered instant answers, they examine ho…
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Ep. 7 - The Great Cholesterol Cover-Up: How We Got Health All Wrong
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1:07:02What if lowering your cholesterol wasn’t the key to preventing heart disease—but a decades-long distraction? In this riveting episode of Pharmophobic, Dan and Janie unravel the hidden history behind America’s dietary guidelines, exposing how flawed science, corporate dollars, and a soap byproduct named Crisco shaped what we eat, fear, and medicate.…
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Ep. 6 - Strong Connections, Stronger You: How Relationships Shape Your Health
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1:13:19In this episode of The Pharmaphobic Podcast, Janie and Dan dive into a powerful, often-overlooked truth: your relationships can make or break your long-term health. From toxic friendships to mismatched partnerships, they explore how the people around you influence everything from your stress levels to your fitness goals. Sharing raw personal experi…
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Ep.5 - The Silent Crisis: Why Men’s Health Is Failing
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1:12:30Men’s health is in trouble, and it’s not just about testosterone. On this episode of the Pharmaphobic Podcast, Dan and Janie take a honest look at why modern men are struggling with declining testosterone, poor physical health, and mental burnout. From the band-aid approach of TRT abuse to the hidden effects of alcohol, obesity, and environmental t…
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Ep. 4 - Ladies, Lift Heavy & Ditch The Myths: The Truth About Women's Health
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1:07:38In this jam-packed, highly informative episode, we’re tackling the real issues holding women back from achieving true health — from the "I don't want to get bulky" myth to the dangerous lies of the "Healthy at Any Size" movement. We break down how women have been targeted and misled by fitness, food, and pharma industries — and what you actually ne…
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Ep. 3 - Food Fight: Food Quality VS. The World
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1:12:49Are we really what we eat, or is our food working against us? In this episode of Pharmaphobic, Janie and Dan take you on a wild ride through airport snack fails, overpriced mystery ingredients, and the great food quality debate. From the hidden dangers of ultra-processed foods to why your grandma’s sourdough was healthier than today’s “healthy” opt…
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Ep. 2 - The Biggest Health Lies You’ve Been Told (And What To Do Instead!)
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55:59What if everything you thought about being “healthy” was wrong? In this episode of Pharmaphobic Dan and Janie break down the truth about health—why looking fit doesn’t mean you’re healthy, things that doctors could be missing, and how the FDA finally admitted a decades-old mistake (but only after millions were affected). From hidden metabolic red f…
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Ep. 1 - Exposing Big Pharma, Uncovering Health Truths, And Taking Control of Your Wellness!
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57:34Are you ready to break free from the grip of Big Pharma and finally take control of your health? Join Janie, a seasoned Physician Assistant disillusioned with the pill-for-every-problem healthcare system, and Dan, a no-nonsense Veteran turned fitness pro, as they pull back the curtain on America’s health crisis. From shady pharmaceutical practices …
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Welcome to Pharmaphobic, the podcast that challenges the status quo of health and wellness in America. We're Dan and Janie, and we're here to ask: why is the world's most advanced healthcare system leaving us the sickest nation? This show is for those pursuing long-term health and looking for better answers, those who feel the nudge to act but don'…
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