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Bender Banter

Bender Banter

Written by: Leddy
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Bender Banter isn’t your typical podcast—it's where real conversations meet real solutions. Host, Leddy sits down with experts, innovators, and disruptors who challenge the mainstream and offer practical, science-backed ways to improve your health, mindset, and performance. From sleep and breathwork to fitness tech and herbal medicine, we cut through the noise with humor, curiosity, and zero fluff. If you’re tired of surface-level advice and want to take control of your health and success, you’re in the right place. - subscribe now!Leddy Hygiene & Healthy Living
Episodes
  • Ep. 93 | Unmasking the Truth About Fluoride
    Mar 31 2025

    Heather Paul, a dental hygienist with nearly 30 years of experience, exposes the hidden dangers of fluoride, root canals, and outdated dental practices. She emphasizes the connection between oral and overall health, highlighting the importance of holistic dentistry, myofunctional therapy, and detoxification. Heather also discusses mouth breathing, oil pulling, and the need for informed dental decisions. Her insights empower listeners to take control of their oral health.

    🔗 Connect with Heather Paul:
    🌐 Website
    📸 Instagram
    📘 Facebook
    🐦 X
    🎥 YouTube
    💼 LinkedIn
    🎵 TikTok


    Chapters


    00:00 The Hidden Truths of Fluoride

    02:54 The Impact of Oral Health on Overall Wellness

    06:06 The Dangers of Conventional Dental Practices

    09:13 Understanding Root Canals and Their Risks

    12:04 The Connection Between Oral Health and Systemic Diseases

    15:01 The Role of Nutrition and Detoxification in Oral Health

    18:06 The Importance of Holistic Dentistry

    21:00 The Link Between Tongue Ties and Overall Health

    30:52 Understanding Myofunctional Therapy

    33:11 The Importance of Early Evaluation

    36:19 Mouth Breathing and Its Consequences

    38:20 Exploring Oil Pulling

    41:35 Addressing Bad Breath

    45:22 The Importance of Regular Dental Care

    49:14 Establishing a Perfect Oral Hygiene Routine


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    55 mins
  • Ep. 92 | The Transformative Power of Cold Therapy
    Mar 17 2025

    Kris Rice shares her journey into cold therapy, which began as a personal necessity while navigating mental health struggles and supporting her daughters. She dives into the science behind cold plunging, its impact on mental resilience, metabolism, and stress management, and the gender differences in cold exposure responses. The conversation also explores the evolution of her wellness brand, ChillPod, and the importance of making cold therapy accessible—especially for women.

    🔗 Connect with Kris Rice:
    🌐 Website
    📸 Instagram
    💼 LinkedIn


    Chapters

    00:00 The Journey to Cold Therapy

    02:57 Understanding the Science Behind Cold Plunging

    05:48 Cold Plunging and Its Impact on Mental Health

    09:02 Gender Differences in Cold Exposure Responses

    11:56 The Role of Brown Fat and Metabolism

    15:00 Cold Shock Proteins and Recovery

    18:01 Practical Tips for Cold Plunging

    20:59 Overcoming Mental Barriers to Cold Therapy

    24:40 Starting Simple: The Journey to Cold Plunging

    29:21 The Female Perspective on Cold Plunging

    35:08 Breaking Down Barriers: Cold Plunge vs. Sauna

    39:04 The Importance of Managing Stress

    42:46 Introducing the ChillPod: A New Approach to Cold Plunging

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    43 mins
  • Ep 91 | The Truth About Carnivore, Gut Health & Toxic Bile
    Mar 13 2025

    In this episode, Dr. Garrett Smith dives into controversial health topics, exposing diet myths, toxins, and his toxic bile paradigm. He breaks down how the liver processes toxins, the role of bile in detoxification, and the impact of generational toxicity, particularly on children. The conversation also explores cancer treatment, questioning chemotherapy's role, the importance of liver health, and the body's natural healing abilities. Dr. Smith critiques fad diets—especially the carnivore diet—while emphasizing the risks of extreme dietary choices and the need for a balanced approach to nutrition and detoxification.


    🔗 Connect with Dr. Garrett Smith:
    🌎 Website
    📺 YouTube
    🐦 X (Twitter)
    📸 Instagram
    📘 Facebook


    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Controversial Health Truths

    06:52 The Toxic Bile Paradigm Explained

    14:57 Understanding Chronic Diseases and Detoxification

    22:07 Generational Toxicity and Its Impact on Health

    28:45 Understanding Cancer as a Storage Mechanism

    30:18 The Role of Chemotherapy in Cancer Treatment

    32:12 Philosophical Perspectives on Healing and Detoxification

    35:33 The Impact of Liver Health on Detoxification

    37:01 The Body's Natural Healing Process

    39:17 Chemotherapy's Effects on the Body

    42:44 Strategies for Detoxification and Nutrition

    45:41 The Importance of Individualized Care in Cancer Treatment

    48:12 Advocating for Health in the Medical System

    55:19 The Role of ALDH in Cancer Treatment

    01:04:07 Understanding Weight and Health: Obesity vs. Underweight

    01:10:32 Debunking Fad Diets: The Carnivore Diet

    01:18:10 Conclusion and Future Discussions

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    1 hr and 20 mins
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