Radical Health Rebel

Updated: 30 Jun 2025 • 162 episodes
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Welcome to the Radical Health Rebel Podcast (soon to be called Beyond The Pain)—your go-to show for uncovering the real root causes of chronic pain and reclaiming a life without limitations. Hosted by Leigh Brandon, a Functional Medicine Practitioner, CHEK Practitioner & Faculty Instructor, Active Release Techniques® Therapist, Emotion Code Practitioner, and author with almost three decades of clinical experience. Each week, Leigh dives deep into the often-overlooked physical, emotional, nutritional, and environmental factors behind persistent pain. Through expert interviews and thought-provoking solo episodes, you'll discover holistic strategies that go beyond symptom management—designed to heal, empower, and transform. Whether you're a health professional, athlete, or someone who's tried everything and still lives in pain, this podcast offers insights, hope, and practical solutions that work when conventional approaches fall short. Tune in to learn how to break free from chronic pain and take radical steps toward lasting health and vitality.

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In this episode of the Radical Health Rebel Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Anju Mathur—a former conventional GP who made a bold shift into the world of integrative and functional medicine after witnessing firsthand the limitations of pharmaceutical-only approaches. We explore the complexities of autoimmune disease, the r

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In this episode, I’m joined by Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner Ana Pang to explore the often-overlooked links between gut health, hormones, and chronic skin issues—especially during menopause. Ana shares her personal journey healing severe eczema and reveals why topical treatments alone rarely solve chronic s

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In this inspiring episode, I’m joined by certified nutritional practitioner Bryan Hardy, who shares his powerful journey from a near-death health crisis to vibrant well-being. We dive into gut health, men’s wellness, and the myths around aging, while exploring the deep links between lifestyle, nutrition, and emotional

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In this episode of the Radical Health Rebel Podcast, Dr. Tetyana Obukhanych — immunologist and gut health expert — shares both her scientific expertise and personal journey with chronic gut health issues. She explores how vaccines, glyphosate, and gluten impact the gut and immune system, and explains the difference bet

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In this episode of the Radical Health Rebel podcast, Helen Taylor, shares her extensive journey in understanding the connection between gut health, hormonal imbalances, and skin conditions.  Helen discusses her personal experiences with health challenges, the importance of holistic approaches to wellness, and the often

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In this episode of the Radical Health Rebel Podcast, I’m joined by Jason Ott for a powerful conversation exploring our personal journeys through chronic pain and healing. We dive deep into the limitations of conventional medicine and unpack the complex, multifaceted nature of chronic pain—highlighting the often-overloo

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