Byja Radio Show

Byja Radio
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We are a radio show that focuses on a variety of health topics and current events through the lens of Direct primary care (DPC) and health equity. Our aim is to engage, educate, and empower our audience to achieve better overall health. Byja Radio explores healthcare, entrepreneurship, and community through real conversations within the lens of Direct Primary Care (DPC). Our episodes highlight topics including medicine, financial literacy, wellness and business, giving patients, clinicians, and entrepreneurs the insights they need to thrive.

  1. Episode 54 - Free Your Mind: Childhood Trauma, PTSD & the Cost of Staying Silent

    5d ago

    Episode 54 - Free Your Mind: Childhood Trauma, PTSD & the Cost of Staying Silent

    Dr. Byron Jasper and PatientZero tackle childhood trauma and its grown-up alter ego: PTSD. It starts with a (mostly) funny story about raisins, recess, and an unfortunate aversion to a 90s En Vogue song — but the laughs set up a serious conversation about how unresolved childhood trauma reshapes the body and brain into permanent survival mode, raising lifelong risk for everything from heart disease to difficulty parenting. The guys break down what PTSD actually looks like — re-experiencing, avoidance, mood and thinking changes, and hyperarousal — with real examples that make the clinical terms click. They also dig into the data on who gets diagnosed, who gets treated, and why: women are diagnosed more than men, yet Black and Hispanic adults with mental illness go untreated at far higher rates than the national average, often ending up in the ER instead of with a specialist. Dr. Jasper and Patient Zero call out the cultural scripts — "just pray on it," "be strong" — that keep people, especially in the Black community, from getting help, and make the case that faith and therapy aren't in competition. Follow Byja Clinic: • Instagram: @byjaclinic • Facebook: @byjaclinic • Fanbase: @byjaclinic • LinkedIn: Byja Clinic • Website: www.byja.org Follow Dr. Jasper: • Instagram: @drbjasper • Fanbase: @drbjasper Follow George: • Instagram: @becnelmedia • X: @George_becnel Support and Donate to Byja Charitable Alliance: - Website: www.byjaca.org Purchase Your Copy of Byja Blueprint: - Website: www.books2read.com/byjablueprintDPC Produced by Becnel Media

    1h 6m
  2. Episode 53 - Concordance in Healthcare: What It Really Means

    Jun 19

    Episode 53 - Concordance in Healthcare: What It Really Means

    What does it mean when a patient and their doctor truly "get" each other? In this episode, Dr. Byron Jasper and co-host PatientZero unpack concordance — when a patient and clinician share an identity or lived experience, whether that's race, gender, military service, language, or disability — and why it matters more than most people realize. The conversation is sparked by a real federal lawsuit filed in May 2026 against Find a Black Doctor, a free directory connecting patients with Black physicians and dentists. The suit, brought by a Colorado dermatologist and the group Do No Harm, claims the directory's race-based listings violate civil rights law. Dr. Jasper and Patient Zero break down why they see it differently — and why concordance, far from being exclusionary, is backed by data on trust and patient outcomes. Along the way, they revisit the Tuskegee experiment and its lasting impact on medical trust, work through common misconceptions about DEI in medicine, and discuss why a patient's preference for a doctor who shares their background isn't about excluding anyone else. A candid, data-driven conversation about trust, representation, and what's really at stake when access to culturally concordant care comes under legal threat. Follow Byja Clinic: • Instagram: @byjaclinic • Facebook: @byjaclinic • Fanbase: @byjaclinic • LinkedIn: Byja Clinic • Website: www.byja.org Follow Dr. Jasper: • Instagram: @drbjasper • Fanbase: @drbjasper Follow George: • Instagram: @becnelmedia • X: @George_becnel Support and Donate to Byja Charitable Alliance: - Website: www.byjaca.org Purchase Your Copy of Byja Blueprint: - Website: www.books2read.com/byjablueprintDPC Produced by Becnel Media

    1h 17m
  3. Episode 52 - More Than Slow Readers: Understanding Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, and Dysgraphia

    Jun 12

    Episode 52 - More Than Slow Readers: Understanding Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, and Dysgraphia

    In this episode of the Byja Radio Show, Dr. Byron Jasper and PatientZero break down learning disorders in a practical, relatable way—covering dyslexia, dyscalculia, and dysgraphia. They explain how these brain-based conditions can affect reading, math, writing, confidence, school performance, and even adulthood when left undiagnosed. The conversation highlights key signs parents, educators, and adults should look for, including struggles with reading fluency, spelling, number sense, handwriting, written communication, and avoidance of school or work tasks. Dr. Jasper also emphasizes the importance of early evaluation, family history, and getting children connected to the right support before frustration turns into long-term academic or emotional setbacks. With humor, real-life examples, and an important reminder to stop mistaking learning challenges for laziness, this episode encourages listeners to seek care, ask questions, and advocate for the tools people need to learn in the way their brains work best. Follow Byja Clinic: • Instagram: @byjaclinic • Facebook: @byjaclinic • Fanbase: @byjaclinic • LinkedIn: Byja Clinic • Website: www.byja.org Follow Dr. Jasper: • Instagram: @drbjasper • Fanbase: @drbjasper Follow George: • Instagram: @becnelmedia • X: @George_becnel Support and Donate to Byja Charitable Alliance: - Website: www.byjaca.org Purchase Your Copy of Byja Blueprint: - Website: www.books2read.com/byjablueprintDPC Produced by Becnel Media

    59 min
  4. Episode 51 - Don’t Sleep on It: Sleep Apnea, Heart Failure, and the Warning Signs We Miss

    Jun 2

    Episode 51 - Don’t Sleep on It: Sleep Apnea, Heart Failure, and the Warning Signs We Miss

    In this episode of the Byja Radio Show, Dr. Byron Jasper and Patient Zero break down two serious but often misunderstood health conditions: obstructive sleep apnea and congestive heart failure. They explain how symptoms like loud snoring, daytime fatigue, morning headaches, shortness of breath, swelling, and trouble lying flat can be warning signs that should not be ignored. Patient Zero shares his personal experience with sleep apnea and how treatment improved his sleep and overall health. Dr. Jasper also explains how untreated sleep apnea, high blood pressure, obesity, diabetes, inactivity, smoking, and heavy alcohol use can increase the risk of heart failure over time. This episode is a reminder to pay attention to your body, take small symptoms seriously, and seek medical care before minor issues become major health problems. Follow Byja Clinic: • Instagram: @byjaclinic • Facebook: @byjaclinic • Fanbase: @byjaclinic • LinkedIn: Byja Clinic • Website: www.byja.org Follow Dr. Jasper: • Instagram: @drbjasper • Fanbase: @drbjasper Follow George: • Instagram: @becnelmedia • X: @George_becnel Support and Donate to Byja Charitable Alliance: - Website: www.byjaca.org Purchase Your Copy of Byja Blueprint: - Website: www.books2read.com/byjablueprintDPC Produced by Becnel Media

    1h 20m
  5. Episode 50 - What ADHD Really Looks Like in Adults

    May 27

    Episode 50 - What ADHD Really Looks Like in Adults

    In this episode of Byja Radio, Dr. Jasper and PatientZero continue their conversation on ADHD in adults, breaking down common misconceptions, treatment options, and the importance of getting properly diagnosed instead of relying on social media. They explain why ADHD is more than “just being distracted,” how symptoms can impact work, relationships, finances, and emotional health, and why successful people can still struggle with ADHD while using systems, reminders, and support to manage it. The episode also highlights treatment approaches such as therapy, medication, coaching, exercise, sleep, nutrition, and lifestyle changes—while reminding listeners to seek guidance from a qualified healthcare professional. And, in classic Patient Zero fashion, the show closes with a hilarious rant about the need for square lunch meat and better sandwich efficiency. Follow Byja Clinic: • Instagram: @byjaclinic • Facebook: @byjaclinic • Fanbase: @byjaclinic • LinkedIn: Byja Clinic • Website: www.byja.org Follow Dr. Jasper: • Instagram: @drbjasper • Fanbase: @drbjasper Follow George: • Instagram: @becnelmedia • X: @George_becnel Support and Donate to Byja Charitable Alliance: - Website: www.byjaca.org Purchase Your Copy of Byja Blueprint: - Website: www.books2read.com/byjablueprintDPC Produced by Becnel Media

    59 min
  6. Episode 49 - What ADHD Really Looks Like in Kids

    May 21

    Episode 49 - What ADHD Really Looks Like in Kids

    In this episode of Byja Radio, Dr. Jasper and PatientZero break down ADHD in children, from common symptoms to the ways it can be misunderstood or missed altogether. They discuss why ADHD is more than just “bad behavior,” how boys and girls may present symptoms differently, and why parents should pay close attention to patterns like inattentiveness, emotional outbursts, difficulty finishing tasks, constant movement, and trouble staying organized. The conversation also explores risk factors, misconceptions around parenting and sugar, the possible role of excessive screen time, and why getting a proper medical evaluation can make a major difference for children and families. Follow Byja Clinic: • Instagram: @byjaclinic • Facebook: @byjaclinic • Fanbase: @byjaclinic • LinkedIn: Byja Clinic • Website: www.byja.org Follow Dr. Jasper: • Instagram: @drbjasper • Fanbase: @drbjasper Follow George: • Instagram: @becnelmedia • X: @George_becnel Support and Donate to Byja Charitable Alliance: - Website: www.byjaca.org Purchase Your Copy of Byja Blueprint: - Website: www.books2read.com/byjablueprintDPC Produced by Becnel Media

    50 min
  7. Episode 48 - Too Much Health Info, Not Enough Health: When the Internet Makes You Sicker

    May 12

    Episode 48 - Too Much Health Info, Not Enough Health: When the Internet Makes You Sicker

    In this episode of Byja Radio, Dr. Byron Jasper and PatientZero tackle the growing problem of over-indexing health information online. From TikTok videos and AI chatbots to wearable devices and wellness trends, they break down how easy access to health content can quickly turn into confusion, anxiety, and bad decisions. The conversation explores the danger of self-diagnosing, the rise of “cyberchondria,” and why social media advice, flashy supplements, and health gimmicks should never replace real medical guidance. They also highlight the value of boring but proven habits like better nutrition, sleep, exercise, and consistent primary care, reminding listeners that technology can be a helpful tool, but it should never become the doctor. Follow Byja Clinic: • Instagram: @byjaclinic • Facebook: @byjaclinic • Fanbase: @byjaclinic • LinkedIn: Byja Clinic • Website: www.byja.org Follow Dr. Jasper: • Instagram: @drbjasper • Fanbase: @drbjasper Follow George: • Instagram: @becnelmedia • X: @George_becnel Support and Donate to Byja Charitable Alliance: - Website: www.byjaca.org Purchase Your Copy of Byja Blueprint: - Website: www.books2read.com/byjablueprintDPC Produced by Becnel Media

    59 min
  8. Episode 47 – Forever Chemicals Exposed: PFAs in Your Clothes, Water & Everyday Life

    May 5

    Episode 47 – Forever Chemicals Exposed: PFAs in Your Clothes, Water & Everyday Life

    In this episode of Byja Radio, Dr. Jasper and PatientZero break down the growing concern around PFAs, also known as “forever chemicals,” and how they may be hiding in everyday products like workout clothes, water bottles, food packaging, household dust, and even firefighting gear. They explain why these chemicals are called “forever chemicals,” how they can remain in the body and environment for years, and why exposure is so common that CDC data suggests most Americans may already have PFAs in their bloodstream. The conversation connects recent investigations and lawsuits involving major clothing brands to larger questions about consumer awareness, health risks, and informed choice. Dr. Jasper highlights possible links between long-term PFA exposure and immune system disruption, high cholesterol, kidney and testicular cancer, thyroid issues, fertility challenges, pregnancy complications, and reduced vaccine response. Patient Zero adds humor and real-life perspective, questioning why modern workout culture has shifted from simple cotton gym clothes to performance gear that may come with hidden risks. The episode closes with a reminder that health is not about looking good for the highlight reel, but about making consistent, informed choices that help you live a longer, healthier life. Follow Byja Clinic: • Instagram: @byjaclinic • Facebook: @byjaclinic • Fanbase: @byjaclinic • LinkedIn: Byja Clinic • Website: www.byja.org Follow Dr. Jasper: • Instagram: @drbjasper • Fanbase: @drbjasper Follow George: • Instagram: @becnelmedia • X: @George_becnel Support and Donate to Byja Charitable Alliance: - Website: www.byjaca.org Purchase Your Copy of Byja Blueprint: - Website: www.books2read.com/byjablueprintDPC Produced by Becnel Media

    1h 1m
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We are a radio show that focuses on a variety of health topics and current events through the lens of Direct primary care (DPC) and health equity. Our aim is to engage, educate, and empower our audience to achieve better overall health. Byja Radio explores healthcare, entrepreneurship, and community through real conversations within the lens of Direct Primary Care (DPC). Our episodes highlight topics including medicine, financial literacy, wellness and business, giving patients, clinicians, and entrepreneurs the insights they need to thrive.

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  • Creator
    Byja Radio
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    55
  • Rating
    Clean
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