The Holistic Pharmacy Podcast

Dr. Marina Buksov
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The Holistic Pharmacy Podcast (formerly called “RawFork”), features pharmacists that incorporate natural medicine into their practice. We believe merging science and traditional wisdom is the way to embody one's full health. Founded by pharmacist/health coach/herbalist Dr. Marina Buksov, our platform helps to advocate for better health and quality of life using the most natural and least invasive methods.

  1. 4 Sept

    S09E14 - Healing in Community with Sacred Plant Medicine with Kathy Orah Sionit

    My guest today bridges science and spirit, guiding clients toward embodied transformation, inner peace, and expanded consciousness. She affirms that everything you need is all within you, and you can learn to access it using various tools.I was so moved by her journey and multidimensional work, and I know you will love this episode as much as I do!  Kathy Orah Sionit Shahkoohi is a licensed psychotherapist, master hypnotherapist, and intuitive healer with private practices in both Great Neck and Brooklyn, New York. She holds a Master’s degree in Social Work from the Wurzweiler School of Social Work (2008) and brings over 15 years of experience in trauma healing and somatic therapy. Kathy specializes in integrative trauma work, blending psychotherapy with somatic techniques, hypnotherapy, and spiritual healing modalities. As a certified master hypnotherapist, she focuses deeply on helping clients heal from early childhood wounds, anxiety, and subconscious patterning. She is also trained in Clarity Breathwork, a gentle yet profound somatic process that she offers to both individuals and groups for emotional release and nervous system regulation. Kathy regularly facilitates workshops on meditation, self-hypnosis, and inner healing across the country. In addition to her clinical work, Kathy holds sacred healing spaces through cacao ceremonies and psychedelic journeys, offering both preparation and integration support.  Connect with Kathy via: Email: kathysionit@msn.com  Website: Inner Light Therapy IG: @innerlighttherapy111 Visit https://marinabuksov.com for more holistic content.  Music from https://www.purple-planet.com.

  2. 21 Aug

    S09E13 - Following the Patient Instead of the Paradigm with Dr. Pamela M. Cipriano

    I felt like I could record a whole series of episodes, and still not run out of topics to talk about with today’s guest, and glean her wisdom. Her own story and the health challenges of her loved ones have inspired her to become the kind of practitioner she sought. She and I agree: true healing is about supporting the body's innate ability to recover. Coming from a conventional emergency-care background, she’s built a successful concierge practice showcasing that personalized nutrition, targeted supplementation, and addressing the root causes of illness helps patients achieve lasting wellness.  Dr. Pamela M. Cipriano, DNP, APRN, ACNP-BC, is the founder and president of The Practice of Health and Wellness in Thomaston, Connecticut. A board-certified Acute Care Nurse Practitioner with more than 30 years of healthcare experience, she specializes in integrative and functional medicine, helping patients with complex chronic illnesses by combining evidence-informed conventional care with personalized, root-cause approaches. Dr. Cipriano is an international speaker, published researcher, and member of the ILADS (International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society) Membership Committee. She is passionate about educating both patients and healthcare professionals on the interconnected roles of immune dysfunction, chronic infections, nutrition, environmental health, and lifestyle in achieving lasting wellness and restoring hope for those living with complex chronic disease.  Connect with Dr. Pamela via: Email: pcipriano@ppmlinc.com  Website: The Practice of Health and Wellness FB: The Practice of Health and Wellness Dr. Pamela Cipriano IG: @practicehealthwellness YT: @dr.pamelacipriano1329 LI: Dr. Pamela M. Cipriano, DNP, APRN Website: thepracticeofhealthandwellness.com   FB: https://www.facebook.com/dr.pamela.cipriano IG: https://www.instagram.com/practicehealthwellness  YT: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.pamelacipriano1329  LI: linkedin.com/in/dr-pamela-m-cipriano-dnp-aprn-673a2224  Gifts: 10% discount if they mention this podcast! Visit https://marinabuksov.com for more holistic content.  Music from https://www.purple-planet.com.  Disclaimer: Statements herein have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products listed are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases.

  3. 7 Aug

    S09E12 - The Return to the Wise Body: Hormonal Intelligence and Psychedelic-Informed care for Women with Stephanie Karzon Abrams

    A core focus of this conversation will be mapping out why hormones and life stage are important to factor into female care and why they're especially needed for the psychedelic experience, from a biochemical perspective and for the lived experience. I'd also love to discuss why the psychedelic-informed lens in womens care has now become a non negotiable; not as a requirement of practice but as an expansion of understanding. These are also 2 pillars of GALILEA. We should talk about life transitions for women, why current pharmacotherapy isnt enough, how identity and spirituality matter in clinical practice, talk about tips for practitioners to bring in hormone and cycle awareness into practice, the relationship between estrogen, serotonin, glutamate, and psychedelic medicine.  Stephanie Karzon Abrams is a clinical neuropharmacologist, founder of Beyond Consulting—powering the integrative and psychedelic medicine spaces by bridging emerging research with clinical practice, and designing clinics and healing centers from the ground up. She serves as Clinical Director at Mystic Health, is an associated prescriber of MDMA and psilocybin therapy under Canada’s SAP, and is the Research Director at the Microdosing Collective non profit.  Stephanie believes in the undercurrent of joy and authenticity woven into the fabric of our existence, and thus creates talks and workshops where the human experience is explored through the lenses of science, culture, and celebration.  With experience in neurology, intensive care, and medical device at Johnson & Johnson, she is a recognized leader in innovative healthcare. Her work bridges neuroscience, women’s health, plant medicine, and the healing power of music. A musician, writer, and speaker, Stephanie also builds community through gatherings rooted in music and meaning through her label Public Secret.  Connect with Stephanie via: Email: stephaniekarzon@gmail.com  Website: Beyond Consulting, Stephanie Karzon Abrams, Galilea Health IG: @steph__k, @galileahealth Linked In: Beyond Consulting WhatsApp: galileahealth.community YouTube: Stephanie Karzon Abrams Gift: Womens Health Toolkit  https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1eiNj8zAaHlPK3CZPLdqh2QInmDrGbCQ2?usp=drive_link  Visit https://marinabuksov.com for more holistic content.  Music from https://www.purple-planet.com.  Disclaimer: Statements herein have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products listed are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases.

  4. 25 Jul

    S09E11 - Practical & Environmental Applications for Brown's Gas with George Wiseman (Part 2)

    This is part 2 of my interview with George Wiseman, where we discuss Brown’s Gas in applications such as Fuel Saving, Torch-Fuel Gas and Radioactive Neutralization (Part 1 all about the health benefits here). We explore how Brown’s Gas: 1. neutralizes radioactive waste right at the reactor, 
 2. can literally make precious stones and metals from rocks, 
 3. reduces carbon-fuel consumption by 25% or better,  
4. helps make your OWN torch-fuel, 
 5. helps plants grow up to 10x FASTER,   6. can make Deuterium Depleted Water
, 7. helps bodies heal from virtually every ailment known to man, 
 8. helps wounds heal 3x faster,  9. optimizes health and performance, 
AND best of all… this technology can be made using WATER in your OWN HOME! 

 George Wiseman is an inventor, engineer, and founder of Eagle-Research, best known for his decades of work developing Brown’s Gas technology for both energy and emerging wellness applications. Raised as a rancher’s son in a remote, off-grid environment, George learned early how to build, repair, and survive with limited resources, which influenced his lifelong commitment to practical and reliable innovation. After leaving the ranch in the late 1970s, he pursued a path in alternative energy and automotive systems, eventually specializing in fuel efficiency and combustion technologies. In the 1980s, he began developing Brown’s Gas systems that could significantly improve fuel economy and even replace traditional torch gases at a fraction of the cost. Over time, George’s work took an unexpected turn as customers began reporting potential health-related effects from the technology—something he initially dismissed. Years later, after personally experimenting with the applications and witnessing growing anecdotal results, he shifted his focus toward exploring its broader potential and developed his at-home device, AquaCure.  This mission became deeply personal following the loss of his wife after a long battle with Lupus, which intensified his commitment to sharing what he had learned. Today, George is driven by a singular goal: to make his technology accessible to as many people as possible. Connect with George via: Email: wiseman@eagle-research.com  Website: Eagle-Research, AquaCure FB: Eagle-Research IG: @georgewiseman1984  Linked In: George Wiseman X: @Eagle_Research YT: George Wiseman Gift: Coupon code ' EAGLE ' will give a 5% discount  Related content: View the episode on hydrogen therapy here, and read the blog here. Visit https://marinabuksov.com for more holistic content.  Music from https://www.purple-planet.com.  Disclaimer: Statements herein have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products listed are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases.

  5. 10 Jul

    S09E10 - Uplevel your Health with Brown's Gas with George Wiseman

    I was blown away by my conversation with today’s guest, who discovered that without HEALTH you have nothing... He became a Jack Of All Trades and subsequently an inventor that has changed entire venues with his innovations. He has fully recovered his health thanks to one of his own inventions, and is now on a mission to help people optimize their health to enjoy living!  George Wiseman is an inventor, engineer, and founder of Eagle-Research, best known for his decades of work developing Brown’s Gas technology for both energy and emerging wellness applications. Raised as a rancher’s son in a remote, off-grid environment, George learned early how to build, repair, and survive with limited resources, which influenced his lifelong commitment to practical and reliable innovation. After leaving the ranch in the late 1970s, he pursued a path in alternative energy and automotive systems, eventually specializing in fuel efficiency and combustion technologies. In the 1980s, he began developing Brown’s Gas systems that could significantly improve fuel economy and even replace traditional torch gases at a fraction of the cost. Over time, George’s work took an unexpected turn as customers began reporting potential health-related effects from the technology—something he initially dismissed. Years later, after personally experimenting with the applications and witnessing growing anecdotal results, he shifted his focus toward exploring its broader potential and developed his at-home device, AquaCure.  This mission became deeply personal following the loss of his wife after a long battle with Lupus, which intensified his commitment to sharing what he had learned. Today, George is driven by a singular goal: to make his technology accessible to as many people as possible. Connect with George via: Email: wiseman@eagle-research.com Website: Eagle-Research, AquaCureFB: Eagle-ResearchIG: @georgewiseman1984 Linked In: George WisemanX: @Eagle_ResearchYT: George Wiseman Gift: Coupon code ' EAGLE ' will give a 5% discount  Visit https://marinabuksov.com for more holistic content.  Music from https://www.purple-planet.com.  Disclaimer: Statements herein have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products listed are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases.

  6. 26 Jun

    S09E09 - The Full-Spectrum Experience of Everyday Eating with Dr. Deanna Minich

    It was an absolute honor to meet today’s guest, and I was honestly a bit starstruck! She is rooted equally in both the science of food and intuitive eating. We dove into the phytochemistry of nutrients, and most importantly, discussed the fundamental principles for healthy eating. Dr. Deanna Minich, PhD, CNS, IFMCP is a pioneering nutrition scientist and thought leader with over 25 years of experience bridging science, spirituality, and art to redefine holistic health. Internationally recognized for her work on color-coded nutrition (“eating the rainbow”), detoxification, and hormone health, Dr. Minich brings a multidimensional lens to wellness that is both grounded in research and infused with a soulful approach.  For over a decade, she worked closely with the “Father of Functional Medicine,” Dr. Jeffrey Bland on R&D and functional medicine education with the Institute for Functional Medicine and assisting with the start-up of the Personalized Lifestyle Medicine Institute (PLMI) and now on the Board for PLMI.  In 2025, she was awarded the Linus & Ava Helen Pauling Award by the Institute for Functional Medicine, one of the highest honors in the field, for her groundbreaking contributions to science-backed integrative health.  As the Chief Science Officer at Symphony Natural Health, Dr. Minich leads the Science-Medical Team’s innovation in endocrine, metabolic, and circadian health, developing evidence-based approaches that empower people to reclaim vitality through rhythm, root-cause healing, and renewal.  A passionate educator and communicator, she develops transformative curricula and continuing education for health professionals, while also creating accessible, inspiring resources for the general public. Her work meets people where they are, whether they’re practitioners seeking clinical precision or individuals seeking a deeper connection to their body’s wisdom.  Connect with Dr. Deanna via: Email: info@foodandspirit.com  Website: Dr. Deanna Minich FB: Deanna Minich, PhD IG: @deannaminich YT: @foodandspirit Linked In: Deanna Minich, PhD, MS, FACN, CNS, IFMCP Gift: Grab the infographics we mentioned here! Visit https://marinabuksov.com for more holistic content.  Music from https://www.purple-planet.com.  Disclaimer: Statements herein have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products listed are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases.

  7. 12 Jun

    S09E08 - Understanding Mineral Deficiency & Metal Toxicity with Jeff Lioon

    Today’s guest shares my mission to empower others to take control of their health and address the root cause. We talk about challenges to testing and addressing the foundations of health, which begins with Minerals & Metals.  Jeff Lioon is the Creative Director at The Oligoscan. He’s tested over 7,000 people with the device over the last 9 years. After correlating Oligoscan Reports with what people say about their symptoms and health conditions, the test is almost always spot on.  I got the opportunity to use scan myself at this year’s Integrative Health Symposium in NYC, and I was really impressed with the report. It gave me a deeper understanding of my baseline and how to optimize my health further, and further decrease exposure to heavy metals. I highly recommend checking out the scan for yourself, and for your clients. Connect with Jeff via: Email: jeff@theoligoscan.com  Website: The Oligoscan IG: @jefflioon, @theoligoscan Linked In: Jeff Lioon Gift: Aluminum Export- Ionome Labs - 15% off  Visit https://marinabuksov.com for more holistic content.  Music from https://www.purple-planet.com.  Disclaimer: Statements herein have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products listed are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases.

  8. 29 May

    S09E07 - Ayurvedic Support for the Transition Into Menopause with Maria Gabriela Guevara

    Today’s guest dropped an unbelievable amount of wisdom in the span of just one podcast episode. She and I both align on so many topics as you will discover in our conversation. We both believe that women have the power to intuit what is best for them and their bodies.  Women, especially midlife women, have been taught for far too long that their suffering is "just a part of aging." The system has also taught us that when we have symptoms, we should reach for a drug to fix it (and often holistic medicine is thought of as an alternative herb or supplement).  My guest asserts that when symptoms arrive for women in midlife and perimenopause, it is often a wake up call to how we are living our lives, particularly the accumulation of not so nourishing choices in the last couple of decades. Hormones shift, revealing what has already been happening. Women can then heed the call to pay attention to foundational living (how they are eating, sleeping, managing energy, stress, etc) and prevent further disease down the road.  The common approach to manage symptoms with herbs and/or HRT are only addressing the tip of the iceberg and are not going to get at the root cause of symptoms. Perimenopause and menopause does not have to be a negative life sentence to the rest of your life, rather it can be seen as an initiation and invitation to finally start prioritizing yourself. Maria Gabriela is a certified Ayurveda Health Counselor, a doctor of pharmacy (Pharm.D.), a 200 hour certified yoga teacher, and founder of Intuitive Ayurveda. She helps people in perimenopause and menopause feel better in their bodies using Ayurveda, science-backed tools, and intuitive coaching — so they can celebrate this phase of life instead of dreading it.  The eastern and western perspectives of medicine each have something to offer us, and Maria Gabriela understands this dance. Her goal is to educate on Ayurvedic tools that can (and should) be individualized to each complex person.  She strives to help her clients tune into the messages their bodies are sending them. Ultimately, she believes every person is the expert on what is best for them, and can be empowered to hone in on which tools they need to support themselves in mind, body, and spirit. Connect with Maria Gabriela via: Email: maria@intuitiveayurveda.com  Website: Intuitive Ayurveda IG: @intuitive_ayurveda Gift: Thrive in Midlife Starter Kit- https://www.intuitiveayurveda.com/starterkit  Visit https://marinabuksov.com for more holistic content.  Music from https://www.purple-planet.com.  Disclaimer: Statements herein have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products listed are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases.

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The Holistic Pharmacy Podcast (formerly called “RawFork”), features pharmacists that incorporate natural medicine into their practice. We believe merging science and traditional wisdom is the way to embody one's full health. Founded by pharmacist/health coach/herbalist Dr. Marina Buksov, our platform helps to advocate for better health and quality of life using the most natural and least invasive methods.

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  • Creator
    Dr. Marina Buksov
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    176
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Dr. Marina Buksov
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    The Holistic Pharmacy Podcast

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