Behind the Practice

Katie Brinkley & Shawn Quintero
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Behind the Practice is a conversation-driven podcast for health and wellness professionals who want to grow thoughtful, trust-based practices. Each episode features honest, grounded conversations with the people behind today’s health & wellness practices — chiropractors, therapists, clinicians, coaches, and facilitators — exploring how they think, how they work, and how they communicate their value in a modern world. This podcast is about the people doing the work — the practitioners in rooms with real humans, navigating real challenges. We go behind the credentials and the marketing to tell the stories of those building meaningful practices from the ground up, one conversation, one client, one moment at a time.

  1. Jul 9

    Raw Honey, Adaptogens, and Mushrooms: The Daily Vitality Formula Born in a Kitchen

    Ty is a practitioner and herbalist with years of study in Chinese medicine, Ayurveda, and herbal traditions. He spent years formulating daily blends for himself and his clients before one formula -- raw honey infused with 24 organic adaptogens and mushrooms -- rose above the rest. That formula became Myconector, and then Alvara. Jamison is a professional athlete and 11-year Marine veteran who encountered Myconector and immediately saw its potential for military families carrying chronic stress loads most people can't imagine. Together with a third partner and brand strategist, they launched Alvara just five months before this episode was recorded, with two missions woven into every product sold: Reboot the Troops, which ensures a military member receives product for every civilian purchase, and Stewards of the Hive, an education and advocacy initiative for bee conservation. In this episode, recorded live at the Boston BioLive Functional Longevity Summit, Ty and Jamison sit down with host Shawn Quintero to share the story behind the product, the results they've seen, and the bigger vision for what Alvara is building. What We Cover: ● How two 89 and 90-year-old parents went from anxious and sleep-deprived to calm and energized ● Why stress is the root cause of most disease -- and how addressing it at a foundational level changes everything downstream ● Stewards of the Hive: what's threatening bees, why it matters, and what communities can do about it ● Sound and frequency infusion: why honey holds sacred frequencies better than water, and what it does to the product Promo code NECTAR25 for 25% off at alvara.life Resources Mentioned: ● Chinese medicine, Ayurveda, and adaptogen research ● Boston BioLive Functional Longevity Summit ● Promo code: NECTAR25 (25% off at alvara.life) Connect with Alvara: Website: www.alvara.life | Promo Code: NECTAR25 | Instagram: @alvaravitality

  2. Jul 6

    Root Cause Medicine: Exosomes, Cellular Healing, and the Power of the Mind

    Dr. Clement Lee is a naturopathic doctor based in Pasadena, California, who has built his practice around one core belief: the body has an innate capacity to heal when you remove what's blocking it. With roots in Chinese medicine and over 15 years of clinical experience, he works with patients across the full spectrum of health: from chronic mystery illness and oncology to longevity optimization. His tools include exosomes, molecular hydrogen, quantum energy, and CBD infusion therapy, always paired with the deeper work of addressing root causes. What We Cover: ● How Dr. Lee's Chinese heritage and undergraduate years led him to naturopathic medicine over conventional practice ● The full toolkit he uses to restore cellular function, from exosomes to molecular hydrogen to quantum energy ● A hospice case study where a wheelchair-bound patient walked within one week of treatment ● The emotional, biochemical, and toxin blocks that can sit between a patient and their healing potential ● Why most doctors haven't adopted integrative modalities, and whether that's changing ● How consumer demand, social media, and AI are accelerating the shift toward wellness ● Why Dr. Lee believes the mind is the lock and key to physical healing Resources Mentioned: ● Exosome therapy ● Molecular hydrogen therapy ● Quantum energy modalities ● CBD infusion therapy ● Boston BioLive Functional Longevity Summit "There is hope in their healing process and there are things to uncover that may be getting in the way of their healing potential."

  3. Jun 29

    The Vitamin D Device: UVB, Longevity Science, and the Future of Preventive Health

    David Letourneau is the founder of ENYRGY and the creator of the world's first precision-engineered vitamin D device. His path to building it started with patented LED technology and took a sharp turn when he encountered a clinical trial showing a 60% reduction in ICU mortality among critically ill COVID patients treated with UVB light. What began as a potential FDA-regulated medical device became a precision wellness tool -- now available for homes and practices around the world. In this episode, recorded live at the Boston BioLive Functional Longevity Summit, David sits down with host Katie Brinkley to walk through the science, the origin story, and exactly how the device works. What We Cover: ● The morning sunlight myth: why UVB rays don't reach us until midday, even in sun-heavy states like Arizona ● The clinical evidence linking vitamin D deficiency to 70% of human disease, including cancer, Parkinson's, MS, and Alzheimer's ● How a 60% ICU mortality reduction in a COVID clinical trial became the spark for ENYRGY ● Why the FDA pathway pushed the team toward wellness and preventive positioning ● Why oral vitamin D supplements don't produce the same immune response as natural UVB exposure Resources Mentioned: ● ENYRGY device (home and facility versions) ● ENYRGY app (Fitzpatrick skin type quiz, personalized dosing) ● UVB light therapy research ● Boston BioLive Functional Longevity Summit Discount code: SUN500 ($500 off at enyrgy.com)

  4. Jun 25

    Chronic Pain, Scar Tissue, and the Broken System Keeping Patients Stuck

    Estelle Farrell is a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine specializing in physical medicine, rehabilitation, and chronic pain at AZ PMR in Arizona. Trained in a philosophy that treats the whole person -- body, mind, and soul -- she has spent her career finding and fixing the root causes of pain rather than managing symptoms indefinitely. Her clinical work includes a focus on scar tissue therapy, a widely overlooked contributor to chronic pain, restricted movement, and emotional distress. In this episode, recorded live at the Boston BioLive Functional Longevity Summit, she sits down with host Katie Brinkley to talk honestly about what pain care gets wrong, and what it looks like when it gets it right. What We Cover: ● Why most chronic pain care is incentivized to treat symptoms rather than resolve them ● How scar tissue from surgeries and injuries contributes to pain, anxiety, and limited mobility -- and what treating it actually looks like ● The most damaging misconception about chronic pain patients: the addiction vs. dependency distinction ● How insurance approvals, institutional policies, and political cycles shape what practitioners are actually allowed to do ● The osteopathic difference: whole-person medicine, root cause thinking, and what that means in daily practice ● What she would say to anyone who has accepted chronic pain as just the way their life is now Resources Mentioned: ● AZ PMR (Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation practice, Arizona) ● Scar tissue therapy and functional rehabilitation ● Osteopathic medicine philosophy ● Boston BioLive Functional Longevity Summit Connect with Estelle Farrell: Website: www.az-pmr.com | Email: info@az-pmr.com | Phone: 480-955-1515

  5. Jun 18

    Cold Therapy and The Intel Engineer Who Left Big Tech to Build a Better Cryotherapy Chamber

    Jake is a co-founder and team member at Artic Cryotherapy Systems, a whole body cryotherapy manufacturer based in Portland, Oregon. The company was built by practitioners who were frustrated by the lack of transparency in the wellness equipment space -- machines that overpromised, undersupported, and left clinic owners without the business knowledge to make them profitable. Artic's answer was to build chambers that run autonomously, put the user in control of their own therapy, and back every sale with education, community, and real business support. In this episode, recorded live at the Boston BioLive Functional Longevity Summit, Jake sits down with host Shawn Quintero to talk about where the industry is going, why cold therapy is a mental health tool as much as a physical one, and the counterintuitive membership strategy that turns first-timers into long-term clients. What We Cover: ● How a thermo-mechanical engineer's 'hold my beer moment' at Intel led to the founding of Artic Cryotherapy Systems ● The transparency gap in holistic health equipment sales -- and what honest, practitioner-first business looks like instead ● Why hybrid business models merging fitness, recovery, and functional medicine are the next wave in wellness ● How COVID shifted consumer trust away from traditional medicine and accelerated the growth of holistic health ● The mental health and ADHD case for cold therapy -- from Jake's own daily practice Resources Mentioned: ● Artic Cryotherapy Systems whole body chambers ● Artic client portal and learning management system (in development) ● Cold plunge therapy ● Norepinephrine and cold therapy research ● Boston BioLive Functional Longevity Summit Connect with Jake and Artic Cryotherapy: Website: www.articasystems.com

  6. Jun 15

    From 20 Supplements to 3: Rethinking Gut Health, Inflammation, and Sleep with Hootan Melamed

    Do you really need 10–20 supplements a day to be healthy? In this episode of Behind the Practice, pharmacist Hootan Melamed introduces a different approach—one focused on simplifying wellness instead of complicating it. Through his brand Nudora, he’s created a system of three probiotic-based formulas designed to replace dozens of individual supplements while targeting key areas like sleep, digestion, and inflammation. But this conversation goes deeper than supplements. It explores: The problem with overmedication and supplement overload Why gut health is central to overall wellness How to simplify your health routine without sacrificing results The role of supplements in regenerative medicine How to reduce side effects from common treatments This episode is essential for: ✔️ Health & wellness practitioners ✔️ Functional medicine providers ✔️ Medical spa professionals ✔️ Entrepreneurs in the health space ✔️ Anyone overwhelmed by supplements and looking for a simpler approach Timestamps: [00:00:00] – The “All-in-One” Wellness System Explained [00:00:35] – How 3 Products Replace 20+ Supplements [00:01:00] – The 3 Core Solutions: Mental, Gut & Weight [00:02:05] – What Regenerative Medicine Really Means [00:02:55] – The Science Behind Probiotics + Herbals [00:03:30] – The Future of Wellness & Patient Control [00:04:00] – The Problem with Health Trends & Misinformation [00:05:45] – From 20 Medications to Natural Healing (Story) [00:06:35] – Where to Find & Try NRA Products About Hootan Melamed Hooten Melamed is a pharmacist and wellness innovator focused on simplifying supplement routines through probiotic-based systems. His work bridges traditional pharmacy knowledge with modern regenerative and functional medicine approaches. Learn More: https://nudora.com Subscribe for more conversations on authority, trust, and innovation in health & wellness.

  7. Jun 11

    Can We Reverse Aging by 20 Years? The Future of Longevity Medicine with Dr. Clinton Hughes

    What if you could reduce your biological age by 10–20 years? In this episode of Behind the Practice, Clinton Hughes—researcher with Arizona State University and participant in the XPRIZE Healthspan competition—dives into the future of longevity and personalized medicine. After personal loss and a shift in perspective, Clinton is now focused on one mission: Extending healthspan, not just lifespan. You’ll learn: Why aging is the root cause of most diseases How AI and biomarkers are transforming healthcare What personalized medicine actually looks like The difference between “sick care” and preventative care How new longevity clinics are integrating multiple therapies This episode is essential for: ✔️ Health & wellness practitioners ✔️ Longevity and biohacking enthusiasts ✔️ Functional and regenerative medicine providers ✔️ Entrepreneurs in healthcare innovation ✔️ Anyone interested in living longer—and better Timestamps: [00:00:00] – The Mission: Ending Sickness & Extending Life [00:00:40] – Reversing Biological Age by 10–20 Years [00:01:10] – Why This Clinic Was Built (All-in-One Care) [00:02:00] – The Personal Story Behind the Research [00:02:40] – Why Healthcare Focuses on “Sick Care” [00:03:20] – Preventing Disease vs Treating Symptoms [00:04:00] – The Problem With Modern Medicine [00:04:40] – Fixing the Root Cause (Not the Symptoms) [00:05:10] – The Core Pillars of Longevity Success [00:06:00] – Can We Really Extend Human Lifespan? [00:07:00] – Living to 150: Is It Possible? [00:08:00] – Personalized Medicine & AI Breakthroughs [00:09:00] – How AI Is Changing Aging Research [00:10:00] – The Biggest Misconceptions About Aging [00:11:30] – How Younger Generations Are Shifting Health Trends [00:12:30] – Overhyped Longevity Trends to Watch Out For [00:14:00] – How to Join the Longevity Clinical Trials [00:15:30] – Inside the Advanced Longevity Clinic (Tour) [00:17:00] – Training Like an Athlete: Extreme Performance Tech [00:18:30] – The Future of Health: Total Body Optimization About Clinton Hughes Clinton Hughes is a researcher affiliated with Arizona State University and a contributor to the XPRIZE Healthspan competition. His work focuses on reversing biological aging through personalized, data-driven interventions. Learn More: https://youthrenewal.com Subscribe for more conversations on authority, trust, and innovation in health & wellness.

  8. Jun 8

    Tighter Skin Without Injectables? The Radiofrequency Breakthrough from Korea with Greg Bonnifield

    Can you actually lift and tighten your skin—without needles or surgery? In this episode of Behind the Practice, Greg Bonnifield introduces a cutting-edge radiofrequency device that’s changing the aesthetics industry. Already popular in Korea, this non-invasive treatment uses heat to tighten skin, improve elasticity, and deliver natural-looking results—without injectables. You’ll learn: How radiofrequency skin tightening works Why K-beauty is influencing U.S. aesthetics What results you can realistically expect Who this treatment is best for Why more patients are choosing non-invasive options This episode is essential for: ✔️ Medical spa owners and practitioners ✔️ Aesthetic providers and dermatology clinics ✔️ Health & wellness entrepreneurs ✔️ Patients exploring non-invasive treatments ✔️ Anyone interested in skin tightening and anti-aging Timestamps: [00:00:00] – The Science Behind Skin Tightening Tech [00:01:00] – Why K-Beauty Is Disrupting Aesthetics [00:02:00] – How This Device Works (No Needles!) [00:03:00] – What a Treatment Actually Feels Like [00:06:30] – How Radio Frequency Tightens Skin [00:07:00] – Best Areas for Visible Results [00:08:00] – Who This Treatment Is (And Isn’t) For [00:09:00] – How Long Results Last + Maintenance Plan [00:12:00] – ROI: Why Med Spas Are Investing in This [00:13:00] – Real Results: Immediate “Wow” Effect About Greg Bonnifield Greg Bonnifield is a leader in the medical aesthetics space and works with WonTech USA, bringing advanced Korean aesthetic technologies like radiofrequency skin tightening devices to the U.S. market. Learn More: https://wontechusa.com Subscribe for more conversations on authority, trust, and innovation in health & wellness.

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Behind the Practice is a conversation-driven podcast for health and wellness professionals who want to grow thoughtful, trust-based practices. Each episode features honest, grounded conversations with the people behind today’s health & wellness practices — chiropractors, therapists, clinicians, coaches, and facilitators — exploring how they think, how they work, and how they communicate their value in a modern world. This podcast is about the people doing the work — the practitioners in rooms with real humans, navigating real challenges. We go behind the credentials and the marketing to tell the stories of those building meaningful practices from the ground up, one conversation, one client, one moment at a time.

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  • Creator
    Katie Brinkley & Shawn Quintero
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    39
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 Katie Brinkley & Shawn Quintero