Best The Hampton Institute Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 15 - At the Helm - Dr. Ana Andreazza on Mitochondria’s Role in Transforming Chronic Disease Care 57:53

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In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Charles Helm is joined by Dr. Ana Andreazza, professor of pharmacology, toxicology, and psychiatry at the University of Toronto, for a deep dive into the world of mitochondria — the tiny but mighty engines of our cells. Dr. Andreazza shares how mitochondrial dysfunction is linked to chronic diseases including mood d…

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Episode 14 - At the Helm - Combating Chronic Disease in Indigenous Communities with Dr. Don Wilson 1:04:10

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In this episode of At the Helm, Dr. Charles Helm explores the intersection of food, sociology, and chronic disease with Dr. Don Wilson, an obstetrician and gynaecologist from the Heiltsuk First Nation. Dr. Wilson shares his personal journey and professional insights into the impact of diet on health, particularly within Indigenous communities. He d…

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Episode 13 - At the Helm - One Year & Counting: An Inspiring Remission Story with Elisabeth Westlake 42:40

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Join us this week for a very special surprise episode of At the Helm where we're showcasing the incredible story of Elisabeth Westlake; who has, as of this upload, hit the one year milestone of type 2 diabetes remission! Today Dr. Helm and Elisabeth discuss her journey to achieve remission, how her diagnosis changed her perspective on life and why …

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Episode 12 - At the Helm - How Dr. Ravi Kamepalli Treats Diabetic Wounds With a Food-First Approach 54:56

1M ago54:56

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In this episode of the At the Helm podcast Dr. Charles Helm delves into the critical issue of non-healing diabetic wounds and their devastating consequences, including causing more than 125,000 limb amputations in the US annually. Joined by Dr. Ravi Kamepalli ( @Ridicvideo ) a renowned US wound specialist and infectious disease expert, they explore…

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Black BRAND's 2025 HR RealCon Panel with Blair Durham 40:36

1M ago40:36

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What's the best way to cap-off another successful Black BRAND RealCon? A panel discussion led by Blair Durham featuring Kit Lockett, Diondra Gray, Hope Sinclair, and Seko VArner..

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ADAM MOSS - Fmr. Editor of New York Magazine, Author, Artist on Creativity as a Process - Highlights 14:23

1M ago14:23

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“When I was working at the Times and the Times Magazine, on one Tuesday morning, the towers fell. September 11, 2001. The magazine had a 10-day lead time, so it was a weekly that was essentially 10 days old by the time it came out. We came to work and realized the world had changed, and the entire process, the magazine had been made for over a hund…

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Episode 11 - At the Helm - Improving Community Health in Chicago's South Side With Dr. Tony Hampton 1:01:11

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Welcome to another inspiring episode of At the Helm with Dr. Charles Helm. In this episode, we are very excited to have Dr. Tony Hampton joining us! Dr. Hampton is a board-certified family physician and obesity specialist who practises on Chicago's South Side. He passionately advocates for food-first approaches in treating chronic diseases like dia…

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Episode 10 - At the Helm - Living Off the Land in Rural Yukon With Dr. Suzanne Crocker 1:02:22

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Today on At the Helm join Dr. Charles Helm as he sits down with Dr. Suzanne Crocker, a retired family physician turned award-winning documentary filmmaker. Dr. Crocker shares her incredible journey from practicing medicine in Dawson City, Yukon, to immersing her family in a bold experiment—eating only locally sourced food for an entire year. In thi…

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Episode #194 Trumponomics with Mark Provost 46:57

2M ago46:57

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We chat with friend of the show, activist and independent analyst, Mark Provost regarding the current economic policies being pursued by Donald Trump. Specifically, we discuss the ongoing tariff wars and their effect on the economy, Trump's seeming attempted move to withdraw from the integrated global economic order, and if corporations will push b…

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Feminism in the 21st Century 17:10

3M ago17:10

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How has feminism changed in light of the way we live now? DEAN SPADE (Author of Love in a F*cked Up World: How to Build Relationships, Hook Up & Raise Hell Together) on recognizing political conditions in personal relationships. MARILYN MINTER (Artist, Feminist) on sexual agency, beauty & her creative process. TEY MEADOW (Author of Trans Kids: Bein…

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Episode 9 - At the Helm - Fewer Medications; Better Community Health With Charissa Tonnesen, PharmD 57:17

3M ago57:17

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In today's episode of At the Helm we welcome Dr. Charissa Tonnesen, a pharmacist who shares her powerful personal journey with type 2 diabetes and how a paleo diet transformed her health. She dives into the importance of lifestyle changes in diabetes management. She also explore the impact of Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM), the growing role of…

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Episode #193: Trump, Zelensky, and Ukraine with Margaret Kimberley 37:55

3M ago37:55

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Today we chat with author and Black Agenda Report Executive Editor and Senior Columnist Margaret Kimberley about the recent argument between US President Trump and Ukrainian President Zelensky, discussing the incident itself, the larger purpose of the US cozying up to Russia, and what this argument tells us about how evolving US-European relations.…

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Leadership Adaptability and Efficacy! - Dr. Pat A. Tamakloe from the GLOBAL REACH LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE, INC 37:27

3M ago37:27

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Leadership Adaptability and Efficacy: Dr. Pat emphasizes the importance of adaptability for leaders, highlighting awareness, diligence, accommodation, proficiency, and transience as key elements He introduces the Leader Efficacy Model, a quadrant-based approach to mentoring and growing leaders within a business. Enjoy the final section of Dr. Pat's…

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What Legacy Day Means - Blair Durham of Black BRAND 10:46

3M ago10:46

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Blair Durham of Black BRAND discusses Legacy Day and the organization's mission to narrow the racial wealth gap. The organization is using a 150-year plan driven by data and partnerships with institutions like Virginia Tech to address key pillars that influence wealth. These pillars include health, education, media, technology, policy, justice, and…

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Say "I Love Water"! REAL Wellness is from REAL Food - Beverly Grandison at Black BRAND's Legacy Day 1:04:45

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Beverly Grandison, from Infinity Empowerment, discusses how to get the BEST health with science-backed and data-driven information. Beverly Grandison's presentation at Legacy Day emphasizes proactive health management and community empowerment. She shares her personal health journey overcoming multiple sclerosis through holistic methods, advocating…

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Inside the Mind of PETER WELLER, Actor, Art Historian, Director, Musician, Author - Highlights 13:57

3M ago13:57

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Peter Weller is a renowned theater and Hollywood actor. His performances in films such as RoboCop and Naked Lunch garnered him much critical and commercial success over the years. His television acting and directing credits include Sons of Anarchy, Dexter, and 24. Unbeknownst to most, Weller has spent decades honing his appreciation for the visual …

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From RoboCop to the Renaissance w/ Actor, Art Historian, Director, Musician, Author PETER WELLER 1:11:27

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“I met Miles backstage at the Hollywood Bowl—the last gig he ever played. Miles asked, “Who’s that white boy?” I introduced him to Bob Thiele Jr., whose father produced Coltrane. When Miles discovered this, he said, “Well, you can hang,” following this friendly gesture with me walking Miles to his car. I did not know he was dying. I kissed him on b…

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Episode 8 - At the Helm - Healing Communities Using a Food-First Approach With Jayne Bullen 58:40

3M ago58:40

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Welcome to another episode of At the Helm! Today, we are thrilled to host Jayne Bullen, COO of The Noakes Foundation and Managing Director of the Nutrition Network. Jayne has been at the forefront of therapeutic nutrition, working with Professor Tim Noakes to establish programs like Eat Better South Africa, which helps underserved communities impro…

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Episode 7 - At the Helm - India’s Diabetes Epidemic & the Power of Lifestyle Medicine with Dr. Roshani Sanghani 59:33

4M ago59:33

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In this episode of At the Helm, we sit down with Dr. Roshani Sanghani, an endocrinologist, diabetes educator, and founder of Reisaan Health in Mumbai, India. Dr. Sanghani shares her journey from traditional endocrinology to a patient-centered, lifestyle-first approach to managing diabetes and metabolic disorders. We discuss: ✅ Her pivotal moment wi…

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Episode #192: Artificial Intelligence and Society with Bryan Gordon 1:01:33

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Today we chat with friend of the show Bryan Gordon regarding artificial intelligence, ranging from exactly how it is defined to its potential effects on society in the future. For more subscribe to his Substack entitled Drifting Systems. Shownotes The Future is Schizophrenic

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Episode 6 - At the Helm - Metabolic Health Through an Indigenous Lens With Mike Alexander 52:20

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Mike Alexander opens up about his journey as a Sixties Scoop survivor, navigating the challenges of mental health struggles, addiction, and a type 2 diabetes diagnosis. In this inspiring episode, he shares how reconnecting with his Indigenous roots became the key to transforming his health and reclaiming his life. Disclaimer: The information provid…

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How Art Helps Us Understand the World - Filmmakers, Writers & Artists Share their Stories 11:52

4M ago11:52

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How do our personal lives influence the art we make? JIM SHEPARD (Author of The Book of Aron, Project X, & The World to Come starring Casey Affleck, Vanessa Kirby, Katherine Waterston · Winner of the PEN New England Award, The Story Prize) explores historical human dilemmas, the emotional imagination and literature's role in extending empathetic un…

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Episode 5 - At the Helm - Reversing Type 2 Diabetes, Dr. Brendan Byrne's LifestyleRX Approach 1:03:47

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Join us in this episode of At the Helm as we sit down with Dr. Brendan Byrne, a family physician, digital pioneer, and founder of Lifestyle Rx—a groundbreaking online program helping thousands of Canadians achieve type 2 diabetes remission and improve metabolic health through lifestyle changes. Dr. Byrne shares his journey from developing electroni…

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Episode #191: Friendship and Freedom with Vernon T. Bateman and Dr. Derek Ford 31:29

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In the first episode of 2025, we chat with Vernon T. Bateman and our Education Chair Dr. Derek Ford about Vernon’s fight against his being wrongly incarcerated and his fight for justice and how, amongst that, he and Derek have forged a strong bond of friendship. Shownotes FreeVernon.org 26 years Too Long: Vernon T. Bateman’s Fight for Freedom Mommy…

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Elon Musk, Putin's Russia, Murdoch's Fox News: How Billionaires Shape Our World with DARRYL CUNNINGHAM 42:02

6M ago42:02

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What influence do billionaires have on politics, journalism, and the technology that shapes our lives? What drives people to seek absolute power, and how can we hold them accountable? Darryl Cunningham is a cartoonist and author of Science Tales, Psychiatric Tales, The Age of Selfishness, and Billionaires: The Lives of the Rich and Powerful. Cunni…

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Episode 4 - At the Helm - Remission IS Possible With Dr. Mariela Glandt & Ajalah Efem 59:43

6M ago59:43

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In this week’s episode of At the Helm, Dr. Charles Helm has a riveting and inspiring discussion about the transformative power of type 2 diabetes remission with Dr Mariela Glandt and her patient Ajalah Efem. Dr. Glandt is a Harvard- and Columbia-trained endocrinologist with over 20 years experience in helping patients with metabolic health issues. …

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Art, Creativity & Intuition - Filmmakers, Musicians & Artists discuss their Creative Process 16:04

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Where does our intuition come from? How are lifelong creative partnerships formed and what role do friendship and personal connection play? How do our personal lives influence the art we make? Erland Cooper (Scottish composer, producer, and multi-instrumentalist) explores the emotional and transformative effects of music and visual arts. He undersc…

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Episode 3 - At the Helm - Insulin & Nutrition: Bridging Research To Real Life with Dr. Jim Johnson 1:13:14

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In this week’s episode of At the Helm, Dr. Charles Helm sits down with Dr. Jim Johnson, a professor at the University of British Columbia who is one of Canada's leading diabetes researchers. In his lab at UBC, Dr. Johnson leads a dynamic team not only looking at the cause and comorbidities of type 1 and type 2 diabetes but also studying the pathoph…

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Episode 2 - At the Helm - Dr. David Unwin & His Path To Practicing Happy Medicine 1:01:15

6M ago1:01:15

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Welcome to At the Helm, with Dr. Charles Helm! Today, Dr. Helm is joined by Dr. David Unwin, a GP from Southport, UK who has helped revolutionize the treatment of type 2 diabetes. Known as the 'Low-Carb GP,' Dr. Unwin turned career burnout into a groundbreaking mission to help patients achieve type 2 diabetes remission through food & lifestyle chan…

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Episode 1 - At the Helm - Chris Xi’s Journey to Remission & Life Beyond Type 2 Diabetes 48:57

6M ago48:57

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Welcome to At the Helm, with Dr. Charles Helm! In today’s episode Dr. Helm dives into a conversation with Chris Xi; a pharmacist turned medical student who has successfully put his type-2 diabetes into remission. They explore Chris’s journey, his struggles and breakthroughs in achieving remission and discuss the steps others should take in order to…

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Episode 0 - At the Helm - A Food-First Introduction 11:41

7M ago11:41

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Welcome to the At the Helm podcast, where we explore food as treatment for chronic disease. Throughout this podcast series, Dr. Charles Helm, a BC family doctor, will talk to a diverse array of guests about how what we eat may set us up for disease, and importantly, how changing what we eat can be as powerful as any drug for treating certain chroni…

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JULIAN LENNON on Art, Empathy & Creativity - Highlights 18:34

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“I think a lot of joy comes from helping others. One of the things that I've been really focusing on is finding that balance in life, what’s real and what’s true and what makes you happy. How can you help other people feel the same and have a happier life? I think whatever that takes. So if that's charity, if that's photography, if that's documenta…

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Life’s Fragile Moments with JULIAN LENNON - Photographer, Musician, Documentary Filmmaker 55:58

7M ago55:58

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What is the power of photography? How do images and songs bookmark our lives, reminding us of what we care about, who we love, and what it means to be alive? Julian Lennon is a Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter, photographer, documentary filmmaker, and NYTimes bestselling author of the Touch the Earth children’s book trilogy. This autumn, Whispers…

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Episode #190: Colombia and the FARC with Oliver Dodd 57:22

7M ago57:22

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Today we sit down with PhD student and researcher Oliver Dodd to discuss the history of the FARC in Colombia. Specifically we discuss the history of the organization, it's evolution over time, how they have related to the working people of Colombia, and what is going on currently in the present day.

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Episode #189: Examining US Support for Israel with Peter S. Baron 46:18

8M ago46:18

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We sit down with writer and Hampton contributor Peter S. Baron to discuss the history of America's support for Israel, why the US continues to prop up Israel, and if the tide is turning. We also touch on the recent killing of key Hezbollah members by Israel and the fall out from that. Shownotes Palestine: The Human Cost of Capitalist Exploitation I…

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Episode #188: Elections in Venezuela with Eli Morey 1:07:55

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Today we sit down with writer and activist Eli Morey to discuss the late July elections in Venezuela, how the US has responded, the internal going ons in the country, and Venezuela-Argentina relations. Shownotes Debunking myths about Venezuela: What’s really going on? Venezuela Presidential Election: International Organizations Call on Authorities …

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Assembling Tomorrow: A Guide to Designing a Thriving Future - SCOTT DOORLEY & CARISSA CARTER - Highlights 21:08

8M ago21:08

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“Today, someone is putting the finishing touches on a machine- learning algorithm that will change the way you relate to your family. Someone is trying to design a way to communicate with animals in their own language. Someone is designing a gene that alters bacteria to turn your poop bright blue when it’s time to see the doctor. Someone is cleani…

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Can Design Save the World? - SCOTT DOORLEY & CARISSA CARTER - Co-authors of Assembling Tomorrow - Directors of Stanford’s d.School 57:06

8M ago57:06

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How can we design and adapt for the uncertainties of the 21st century? How do emotions shape our decisions and the way we design the world around us? Scott Doorley is the Creative Director at Stanford's d. school and co author of Make Space. He teaches design communication and his work has been featured in museums and architecture and urbanism and …

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How Can Museums Stay Relevant & Engage with Communities? - Highlights - STEPHEN REILY 16:06

9M ago16:06

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“The opportunity is that we have never had a public that is more passionate and obsessed with visual imagery. If the owners of the best original imagery in the world can't figure out how to take advantage of the fact that the world has now become obsessed with these treasures that we have to offer as museums, then shame on us. This is the opportuni…

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