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UNWELL

UNWELL

Written by: Byte & Pieces
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 You saw it on TikTok. That weird green powder, the mouth taping thing, the "internal shower" that looks suspiciously like laxative lemonade. You’re curious… but you also have a mortgage to pay and a functioning BS detector. Welcome to UNWELL, the podcast for the wellness-curious and the chronically skeptical.

Each day, join us, an aesthetic oracle who believes vibes are a valid source, and the evidence-based science enthusiast who needs to see the receipts (aka the peer-reviewed studies)—as they hilariously and brutally dissect the biggest trends in health, fitness, and biohacking.

Is Berberine really "Nature's Ozempic"? Are seed oils the devil, or just… oil? Will a cold plunge actually change your life, or just make you miserably cold?

We're cutting through the noise of influencers and gurus to give you the TL;DR you actually need. One part group chat, one part science class, and one part comedy roast. This is the only wellness podcast that will admit when it’s all a little… unwell.

For fans of: Huberman Lab, Maintenance Phase, SmartLess, and doom-scrolling health TikTok.

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Episodes
  • Liquid Gold or POISON? The Raw Milk Revolution Explained

    Liquid Gold or POISON? The Raw Milk Revolution Explained
    Nov 21 2025
    Is that glass of milk in your fridge a healing elixir or a bacterial time bomb? 🥛🦠

    We are stepping into the middle of a modern food war: The Raw Milk Revolution.

    To some, unpasteurized milk is "liquid gold"—an ancestral superfood capable of healing gut issues and boosting immunity, championed by groups like the Weston A. Price Foundation. To others, including the CDC and FDA, it is a game of Russian Roulette—a "dangerous gamble" linked to E. coli outbreaks, massive recalls like those at Raw Farm, and severe foodborne illnesses.

    In this episode, we bypass the shouting match to look at the facts. We explore the legal loopholes of "Herdshares" (where buying milk feels a lot like a drug deal) and the strict safety standards proposed by the Raw Milk Institute.

    We also tackle the biggest myth of all: Does raw milk actually cure lactose intolerance? We break down the scientific studies that suggest your stomach might not care if it's raw or pasteurized after all.

    Whether you are a bio-hacker, a homesteader, or just someone terrified of the dairy aisle, you need to hear this before you take your next sip.

    🎧 Tune in to find out if the rewards of raw dairy are worth the risk.

    Topics Covered: Raw Milk vs. Pasteurized, Gut Health, Food Safety, Raw Farm, Herdshares, Weston A. Price, Listeria & E. Coli, Ancestral Diets, Government Regulation.

    [Love this episode? Pour yourself a glass (of whatever you prefer), subscribe, and share this with your favorite foodie!]

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  • Is Your Tap Water POISONING You? The Berkey "SCAM" vs. Reverse Osmosis

    Is Your Tap Water POISONING You? The Berkey "SCAM" vs. Reverse Osmosis
    Nov 20 2025
    Go ahead, take a sip of that tap water. Do you know what else you’re swallowing? 🚰💀

    We all want to believe our water is safe, or that the fancy silver Berkey filter on our counter is doing its job. But what if that "cult-favorite" filter is actually failing to remove the most dangerous toxins?

    In this episode, we dive into The Great Water Filter Wars. We are unpacking the explosive drama from Reddit to the courtroom regarding Berkey Water Filters. We investigate the shocking allegations of fraudulent testing, the lack of NSF Certification, and why the internet has suddenly turned on the gravity-fed giant.

    But we aren't just tearing things down; we’re finding the solution. We pit the Berkey against the heavy-hitting Reverse Osmosis (RO) systems. You’ll learn why RO is the gold standard for removing PFAS (Forever Chemicals), Lead, and Arsenic, and we weigh the downsides—like mineral loss and water waste—so you don't have to.

    We’re answering the liquid questions:
    The Scam: Are uncertified filters essentially just expensive decorations?
    The Science: Why Reverse Osmosis is the only thing stopping PFAS.
    The Verdict: What should you actually buy to protect your family?

    Stop drinking blind. It’s time to filter out the marketing lies and get to the clear truth.

    🎧 Press PLAY to detox your knowledge and find the perfect filter for your home!


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  • Is MANIFESTING Real? The Law of Attraction vs. Confirmation Bias

    Is MANIFESTING Real? The Law of Attraction vs. Confirmation Bias
    Nov 19 2025
    Is it magic, or is it just your brain playing tricks on you? ✨🧠

    We’ve all seen the TikToks about "Lucky Girl Syndrome" and writing down your dreams to make them appear out of thin air. But does the Law of Attraction actually work, or is it just pseudoscience wrapped in a pretty aesthetic?

    In this episode, we strip away the mystic vibes to look at the hard wiring under the hood. We explore the battle between Manifestation and Confirmation Bias. Are you actually attracting money and love, or are you just noticing opportunities you were previously ignoring?

    We dive deep into the concept of the Self-Fulfilling Prophecy—a psychological phenomenon where your expectations (good or bad) unconsciously force reality to match your thoughts. We also consult clinical psychology to separate dangerous delusions from evidence-based Visualization Techniques used by Olympic athletes and top CEOs.

    Here’s what we’re decoding:
    The "Secret" Flaw: Why thinking positive thoughts isn't enough (and can actually backfire).
    The Science of Luck: How to hack your brain to spot opportunities without needing a vision board.
    Therapy vs. Magic: When visualization helps heal anxiety, and when it becomes a toxic escape.

    Whether you are a spiritual guru or a hardcore skeptic, this episode reveals how to use the power of your mind without losing your grip on reality.

    🎧 Press PLAY to learn how to hack your reality with science, not magic.


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