Entangled Health

Thomas Ehmer

I've spent years at the intersection of digital health, AI, consciousness research, and the quantum frontier - computing, biology, sensing. But the conversations that actually needed to happen weren't happening. So I built them. This is not a science podcast. Every episode, I go in prepared, and ready to throw all of that out. One question I've been obsessing over all week. The goal is to care about it enough to go deep, and not so much that I stop listening. My guests are hard to describe - frontier scientists, engineers, quantum biologists, AI researchers, clinicians, composers and athletes whose knowledge doesn't stop at the edge of one discipline. I know most of them. They don't always know each other. And you probably don't know them yet, but you should. They're working on your future. Entangled Health is where all of that finally meets. Sometimes the most important thing an episode produces isn't the recording, it's the introduction. Once per episode, a real quantum algorithm running on IBM's quantum cloud selects one question from the listener community. Because randomness isn't a gimmick - it's a design principle. We don't simplify for comfort. We entangle. For everyone who finds the uncertainty more interesting than the answers. Submit your questions or propose a guest in the comments, or join the discussion on Substack: https://thomasehmer1.substack.com/ If you like it: thanks for subscribing and leaving a thumbs up wherever you listen 👍

  1. Keeper Sharkey - The Quantum Nucleus: Isotopes, Consciousness & Self-Awareness

    6D AGO

    Keeper Sharkey - The Quantum Nucleus: Isotopes, Consciousness & Self-Awareness

    Does standard chemistry miss the true nature of life? Dr. Keeper Sharkey joins Entangled Health to explore where hard quantum chemistry meets lived consciousness. Keeper is a quantum chemist and founder of ODE, L3C, a social enterprise using quantum algorithms and high-accuracy molecular simulations to tackle real-world problems, from materials science to cybersecurity. In this episode, we challenge a 100-year-old scientific dogma: the Born-Oppenheimer approximation, which treats atomic nuclei as simple classical objects. Keeper reveals how treating nuclei as truly quantum entities changes our understanding of biology, drug discovery, and even the nature of the self.We discuss: The Isotope Effect: Why only one specific isotope of lithium works as an antidepressant—and what that means for mental health at the atomic level.Quantum Biology in Action: How the potassium pump in your muscles relies on precise mass and spin effects.The Physics of Being: Can a perfectly uniform universe (like the early cosmos) be self-aware? Or does consciousness require difference and boundary?Beyond the Approximation: Why “confused electrons” in standard models might be missing the full picture of life.ODE for Social Good: Using quantum computing to solve human problems, not just abstract equations.This conversation weaves between equations and experience. From calculating electron density to asking whether we are material systems having thoughts, or thoughts shaping material.Click here to watch a video of this episode. About the Guest:Dr. Keeper Sharkey is a quantum chemist, author, and CEO of ODE, L3C. She chairs the IEEE effort on quantum cybersecurity frameworks and was named one of the “40 Under 40” in cybersecurity. Her work focuses on high-accuracy molecular simulation and the ethical application of quantum technologies. Connect with Keeper & ODE: Website: odestar.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/klshark/Connect with Entangled Health: Newsletter: https://thomasehmer1.substack.com/ Keywords:Quantum Biology, Consciousness, Lithium Isotopes, Born-Oppenheimer Approximation, Mental Health, Neuroscience, Quantum Computing, ODE L3C, Panpsychism, Physics of Life. Creators & Guests Thomas Ehmer - Host Kepper Layne Sharkey - Guest We don't simplify for comfort. We entangle.Submit your questions or propose a guest in the comments, or join the discussion on Substack: https://thomasehmer1.substack.com/If you like it — thanks for subscribing and leaving a thumbs up wherever you listen 👍Disclaimer:The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the host and guest speaking in their personal capacities and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of their respective employers, organizations, committees (including IEEE), or companies.Medical Disclaimer:This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. The discussion regarding lithium isotopes, biology, and mental health is based on theoretical quantum chemistry and physics, not clinical medical advice. Nothing in this episode should be taken as a recommendation to alter medication or treatment plans. Always seek the advice of your physician or qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

    1h 13m
  2. Neil Theise: The Physics of Recognition: Biofields, Hearts & Identity

    FEB 5

    Neil Theise: The Physics of Recognition: Biofields, Hearts & Identity

    Identity is electromagnetic. Dr. Neil Theise – liver pathologist, complexity theorist, Zen practitioner, and author of Notes on Complexity: A Scientific Theory of Connection, Consciousness, and Being – explains how hearts entrain to each other's fields, how couples synchronize bioelectromagnetically, and why losing social recognition can trigger an existential crisis. From his recent expat move to Lisbon to the discovery of the interstitium as a body-wide organ system, Neil reveals the physics and complexity theory underlying selfhood and connection.​ We explore Zen meditation's role in scientific insight, why Gödel showed that some truths can only be known through intuition, shamanic initiation as a way of "learning to trust what you know," and how Neil's highly anxious mother transformed in her final years into someone living fully in the now. We also touch on end‑of‑life dreams and visions – the “visitations” with deceased loved ones that around 90% of hospice patients report – and what they might mean for consciousness at the edge of death.​  00:00 – “Living in the Now”: Mother’s Secret to Happiness01:10 – Welcome & Setting the Stage02:56 – Leaving America: An Expat’s Loss of Self11:20 – How We Become Ourselves: The Recognition Paradox19:09 – The Heart’s Electromagnetic Field: Quantum Connection26:51 – Home as Sanctuary: The Space We Create30:15 – Sacred Spaces, Resonance & Intuition37:51 – Zen, Science & Gödel: Why Intuition Matters48:24 – Mother’s Late-Life Bliss & Living Only in the Now58:29 – Grandmother, Shamanism & Ancestral Healing1:10:00 – Deathbed Visions, Hospice & Nearly 90% Encounters1:22:19 – Psychedelics, Ayahuasca & Why It’s “Not His Path”1:23:56 – Final Reflections, Skeptics & Why Magic Makes Life Better1:24:42 – Closing: Entangled Health Outro Referenced book:Notes on Complexity: A Scientific Theory of Connection, Consciousness, and Being by Neil Theise. More about Neil and his work:https://www.neiltheiseofficial.com Click here to watch a video of this episode. ​ Disclaimer:The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the host and guest speaking in their personal capacities and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of their respective employers, organizations, committees, or companies. Medical Disclaimer:This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this episode should be taken as a recommendation to alter medication or treatment plans. Always seek the advice of your physician or qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

    1h 25m
  3. Shamini Jain: From Chaos to Coherence, Biofield Science

    JAN 29

    Shamini Jain: From Chaos to Coherence, Biofield Science

    In this episode, clinical psychologist and biofield researcher Dr. Shamini Jain reveals how cutting-edge science is validating what healers have known for millennia: consciousness, intention, and sound directly shape our biology. From Woo to True.  What is a biofield? A field of energy and information surrounding living system, measurable through heart-brain synchronization, heart-rate variability (HRV), and physiological coherence. But biofield science isn't mystical; it's the intersection of quantum biology, neuroscience, and consciousness studies. The conversation covers:  Coherence as measurable phenomenon ​Psychological coherence: internal cohesion with your emotions, relationships, and values​Physiological coherence: synchronized heart rhythms between people, even at a distance (hyperscanning research)​Heart-brain coherence: the measurable connection between cardiac and neural oscillations​Why HeartMath's research on coherence is gaining mainstream acceptance​ Healing mechanisms: From placebo to salutogenesis ​How intention, ritual, expectation, and conditioning activate the body's self-healing capacity​Salutogenesis: the process of healing (vs. pathogenesis, the process of disease)​Why energy healers say "I'm not doing anything—I'm a conduit"​Measurable physiological shifts: cancer cells, heart-rate variability, autonomic nervous system tone​ The science of distant healing ​Research on intention effects at a distance​Dean Radin's random event generator studies during meditation​Shamanic healing traditions and their physiological validation​Why biofield science challenges reductionist medicine​ Sound as medicine ​How chanting, mantras, and singing shift nervous system state​The four levels of sound (Vedic understanding):◦Vaikhari (spoken word) ◦Madhyama (mental speech) ◦Pashyanti (light, intuitive knowing) ◦Para (transcendent, soundless vibration) ​Physiological effects: oxytocin, endogenous opioids, vagal tone activation​Shamini's album KaliYuga Blues and ecstatic singing at Iron Maiden tributesWhy this changes medicine ​Moving from "woo to true": the mission to validate ancient healing practices through modern science​Consciousness and healing initiatives: measuring what was previously unmeasurable​The implications for individualized, intention-based medicine​How recognizing our deep interconnection—with each other and the earth—revolutionizes biologyDr. Shamini Jain's mission is to build a science of healing that honors both rigorous measurement and the wisdom of ancient traditions. Her work bridges quantum biology, heart-brain research, and contemplative practice—proving that consciousness is not separate from matter, but fundamental to healing. Why listen? If healing is measurable, if intention matters, if your consciousness shapes your body—then everything changes about how we approach medicine, therapy, and human potential. Please check out the further Resources:  Shamini's Press kit https://www.shaminijain.com/about-me/press-kit CHI: https://www.chi.is/ Homepage: https://www.shaminijain.com/ Book: https://www.shaminijain.com/book Also check the linked Podcasts. Substack of Host: https://thomasehmer1.substack.com/ Disclaimer:The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the host and guest speaking in their personal capacities and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of their respective employers, organizations, committees, or companies. Medical Disclaimer:This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this episode should be taken as a recommendation to alter medication or treatment plans. Always seek the advice of your physician or qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. TOPICS: #BioFieldScience #HeartBrainCoherence #EnergyHealing #QuantumBiology #IntentionHealing #MantraHealing #SacredSound #ConsciousnessAndHealing #DrShaminiJain #HealingResearch #VagalTone #Salutogenesis #Coherence #AlternativeMedicine

    52 min
  4. Entangled Health 2025 Celebration: All Guest and their Voices Entangled on Quantum, AI and Future Health

    JAN 12

    Entangled Health 2025 Celebration: All Guest and their Voices Entangled on Quantum, AI and Future Health

    Dive into the groundbreaking "Entangled Health Celebration Series" – an experimental podcast episode that weaves together 13 visionary voices from quantum computing, biotech, AI, consciousness research, and beyond. Forget silos: hear how entanglement across disciplines unlocks the future of health, from drug discovery walls to mind-body mysteries.​ Cold Open Hook"You've just heard 13 voices talking at once. It sounds like chaos, but it isn't. It's entanglement." – Thomas, host. This radical remix challenges: What if the best answers emerge not from one expert, but from interconnected minds?​ Episode Highlights  Quantum Sledgehammers: Gopal Karmore (IBM) on solving molecular simulations in hours vs. years; Azalosia team's quantum-AI for aging prediction using multi-omics data.​Sensing the Unseen: Clarice D'Aiello on quantum biology's magnetic fields in cells; Sadegh Ibrahimi on detecting biofields and ancient wisdom validated by new tech.​Mind-Matter Frontiers: Dean Radin on psi research and anomalies; Paul Werbos (backpropagation inventor) reconciling souls with math; Ravi Kiron on placebo, Ayurveda, and entangled pharma.​Creative Entanglements: Eduardo Miranda's brain-computer music for paralyzed artists; Sergio Gago (Cloudera CTO) on AI agents, robotics for elder care; Gabriela Cimpan (Quantinuum) on personalized health interdependencies.​Interdisciplinary Call: Quantum Dragon warns of crackpots; Clarice urges bio-physics-AI dialogues to break "big lie" silos.​This 40 min episode experiments beyond single-guest deep dives, spotlighting emergent insights on complex diseases, 8-12 year drug timelines costing $2B, quantum advantages in protein folding/clinical trials, and holistic health redefining WHO's well-being as physical-mental-social.​ Why Entangled Health?As Gabriela notes: "Entangled health... overlapping and intercorrelated fields," echoing WHO: "complete physical, mental and social well-being." Ravi: "The future of healthcare is entangled... science, technology, and humanity woven together." Sergio: "What a time to be alive" amid exponential tech revolutions.​ DisclaimersNot medical advice. Personal views from guests in individual capacity – no official positions. Frontier explorations blending hypotheses, ancient wisdom, and cutting-edge science.​ Join the EntanglementHear from Ravi Kiron, Gopal Karemore, Gabriela Cimpan, Sergio Gago, Eduardo Miranda, Team Azalosia, Clarice D'Aiello, Sadegh Ibrahimi, Dean Radin, Paul Werbos, Quantum Dragon, John Barnes, Samarth Sandeep - Subscribe, rate, share to entangle more minds. Stay curious – the unseen awaits.​Creators & Guests Dean Radin - Guest Eduardo R Miranda - Guest Samarth Sandeep - Guest Quantum Dragon - Guest Sulafah Noruldeen - Guest Sadegh Ebrahimi - Guest Clarice D.Aiello - Guest John Barnes - Guest Ravi Kiron - Guest Gabriela Cimpan - Guest Sergio Gago - Guest Nujud Senan - Guest Thomas Ehmer - Host Paul Werbos - Guest

    39 min
  5. Paul Werbos BONUS (Video): Consciousness Is Real: AI Pioneer Paul Werbos on the Noosphere & Future of Human Evolution

    12/09/2025 · BONUS

    Paul Werbos BONUS (Video): Consciousness Is Real: AI Pioneer Paul Werbos on the Noosphere & Future of Human Evolution

    Is consciousness just a "side effect" of the brain, or is it fundamental to reality? And does our survival depend on raising it before AGI takes over? The video is visible on Spotify and Youtube Click here to watch a video of this episode. - The audio on every audio podcast which does not stream video (Apple etc.)  In this episode of Entangled Health, we sit down with Paul Werbos, the inventor of backpropagation (the core algorithm powering modern AI and Deep Learning) and a pioneer in consciousness research. Paul reveals a stark choice facing humanity: We can merge unconsciously with machines (what he calls "The Borg" and transhumanism), or we can awaken to our true potential as a conscious species. He explains why the "Noosphere"—the collective mind of Earth—is a living, intelligent system, and why humanity is currently in a dangerous "adolescent" phase. In this episode, we cover: (07:19) Paul’s personal awakening & why consciousness is scientifically real(13:53) The AGI Warning: Why we have a 5-year window before major conflict(15:03) The IBM plan to "control the planet" that Paul refused to lead(18:21) Neuralink & Transhumanism: Why Paul calls it "The Borg"(24:51) The Noosphere as a solar-system-wide intelligence(26:57) Why raising consciousness is the only survival strategy against AI risks(28:17) How Stravinsky’s Rite of Spring opened Paul’s "third eye"This is a BEST OF EDITION - with focussed dive into the intersection of quantum physics, spirituality, artificial general intelligence (AGI), and the future of human evolution.Click here to watch a video of this episode. 🎧 Listen to the full unedited interview (100 mins) with extended technical discussions on episode 11, from 11 October. About the Guest:Paul Werbos is a mathematician and consciousness researcher best known for inventing backpropagation in 1974. He spent decades at the National Science Foundation leading research on fuel cells, electric vehicles, and future technologies. About Entangled Health:Explores the entanglement of quantum physics, AI, biotech, and consciousness to redefine human health. Disclaimer:The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the host and guest speaking in their personal capacities and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of their respective employers, organizations, committees, or companies. Medical Disclaimer:This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this episode should be taken as a recommendation to alter medication or treatment plans. Always seek the advice of your physician or qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Topics & Keywords:Consciousness, Artificial Intelligence, AGI, Paul Werbos, The Borg, Transhumanism, Neuralink, Noosphere, Quantum Physics, Spirituality, Backpropagation, Deep Learning, Evolution, Entangled Health, Collective Intelligence, Future of Humanity, IBM, Global Control, AI Safety.

    32 min
  6. Can We Live Without Hope? Hans-Georg Gadamer on Health & Tech - Entangled Health Virtual Series

    11/27/2025

    Can We Live Without Hope? Hans-Georg Gadamer on Health & Tech - Entangled Health Virtual Series

    Health is not isolated. Your body, your mind, and your environment are inextricably linked, they are “entangled.” In Entangled Health, we explore this web of connections from the most diverse perspectives: quantum physics, artificial intelligence, ancient healing, and modern philosophy. Our goal? To expand your horizon so you can discover and apply what others are already pioneering. The Virtual Series: An Experiment in Dialogue.
Normally, we speak with living innovators. But some of the most urgent answers we need today come from voices that are no longer with us. In this special Virtual Series, we enter into a dialogue with the texts of history’s greatest thinkers. • No fake voices. • No AI resurrection. • Just honest interpretation. Instead of pretending to interview the dead, we present AI-generated insights and analysis about these virtual Interview encounters, where we break down their timeless wisdom and apply it to today’s world of biotech, digital health, and AI. What you will hear: • Deep Dives: How philosophy meets modern tech. • Virtual Guests: Hans-Georg Gadamer • New Perspectives: Why “uncertainty” might be your biggest asset. 🔗 Read the full virtual interview on Substack: https://thomasehmer1.substack.com/p/sitting-down-with-hans-georg-gadamer Subscribe now to explore the future of health through the wisdom of the past.

    13 min
  7. 11/20/2025 · BONUS

    Dean Radin VIDEO BONUS: Quantum Consciousness & The Future of Mental Health | 40 Years of Research

    Dr. Dean Radin, Chief Scientist at the Institute of Noetic Sciences, shares four decades of rigorous research at the intersection of quantum mechanics, consciousness, genetics, and mental health innovation. Click here to watch a video of this episode. This conversation covers mind-matter experiments, genetic correlates of consciousness phenomena, and new therapeutic approaches. Dean explains the importance of interdisciplinary research, robust methodology, and constructive skepticism at the boundaries of physics, biology, and consciousness. 🎯 KEY TOPICS From Art to ScienceMind-Matter Interaction at Bell LabsGovernment Research & Remote PerceptionFuture Paradigms in ScienceConsciousness & Quantum SystemsGenetic Research: Family Studies & HeritabilityEpigenetics & Historical Population PatternsGene Therapy for Mental HealthIntranasal Drug Delivery PlatformsSkepticism in Frontier ResearchArtificial Intelligence & ConsciousnessDean's book: "The Science of Magic"🔬 RESEARCH HIGHLIGHTS Double-slit experiments with human observers replicated in five of six labsOver 200 SNPs linked to consciousness phenomena (p less than 0.000001)CRISPR and shRNA therapies for anxiety and memory (PNAS, Nature)Intranasal delivery crossing the blood-brain barrierFive-HT2A receptor modulation platform for psychiatry📚 RESOURCESThe Science of Magic: https://www.deanradin.com/Institute of Noetic Sciences: https://noetic.orgDean's research on Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/scholar?hl=de&as_sdt=0,5&q=dean+radin&btnG=Entangled Health Podcast & Newsletter: https://thomasehmer1.substack.com/p/dean-radin-magic-and-what-it-means 👤 ABOUT DR. DEAN RADINChief Scientist at IONS, Associated Distinguished Professor at CIIS. MS Electrical Engineering, PhD Psychology. Former researcher at Bell Labs, Princeton, SRI International. Author of "The Conscious Universe," "Entangled Minds," "Real Magic," "The Science of Magic." 🎓 ENTANGLED HEALTH PODCASTExploring quantum computing, AI in healthcare, biotech, precision medicine, consciousness, and innovation. Subscribe for inspiring science and health conversations. 💭 REFLECTION QUESTIONS How could consciousness research inform new therapies?What role does interdisciplinary science play in health innovation?How can openness be balanced with rigor in research?Share your thoughts in the comments!📺 RELATED EPISODES Clarice Aiello: Quantum Biology & Magnetic FieldsGabriela Cimpan: Quantum Computing in Drug DiscoverySadegh Ebrahimi: Quantum Sensing for Healthcare🔔 SUBSCRIBE for future episodes: Quantum tech in healthAI-driven biotechConsciousness & wellbeingPrecision medicine platforms📱 CONNECTPodcast on all platformsNewsletter: https://thomasehmer1.substack.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/entangled-health-podcast/ Disclaimer:The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the host and guest speaking in their personal capacities and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of their respective employers, organizations, committees, or companies. Medical Disclaimer:This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this episode should be taken as a recommendation to alter medication or treatment plans. Always seek the advice of your physician or qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

    46 min

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I've spent years at the intersection of digital health, AI, consciousness research, and the quantum frontier - computing, biology, sensing. But the conversations that actually needed to happen weren't happening. So I built them. This is not a science podcast. Every episode, I go in prepared, and ready to throw all of that out. One question I've been obsessing over all week. The goal is to care about it enough to go deep, and not so much that I stop listening. My guests are hard to describe - frontier scientists, engineers, quantum biologists, AI researchers, clinicians, composers and athletes whose knowledge doesn't stop at the edge of one discipline. I know most of them. They don't always know each other. And you probably don't know them yet, but you should. They're working on your future. Entangled Health is where all of that finally meets. Sometimes the most important thing an episode produces isn't the recording, it's the introduction. Once per episode, a real quantum algorithm running on IBM's quantum cloud selects one question from the listener community. Because randomness isn't a gimmick - it's a design principle. We don't simplify for comfort. We entangle. For everyone who finds the uncertainty more interesting than the answers. Submit your questions or propose a guest in the comments, or join the discussion on Substack: https://thomasehmer1.substack.com/ If you like it: thanks for subscribing and leaving a thumbs up wherever you listen 👍