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Contrary to Ordinary, Exploring Extraordinary Personal Journeys CariFree - Exploring Extraordinary Personal Journeys
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4.7 • 24 Ratings
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Join Dr. Kim Kutsch, the brilliant mind behind CariFree, as he explores the extraordinary lives of thought leaders in the dental industry, and beyond. Contrary to Ordinary explores further than dentistry - here we unravel the minds of change-makers, paradigm shifters, and world shakers.
Every two weeks, we dive into the stories of our remarkable guests—ordinary people who continually defy limits. Discover their tales of success, resilience, and self-awareness, and explore how they leverage these experiences not only to elevate dental practice and patient care but also to champion personal growth and entrepreneurship. Listen for captivating conversations with innovators who seamlessly blend art and technology, pursue curiosity, and create the truly extraordinary.
Contrary to Ordinary isn't your typical dentistry podcast—it's a vibrant community that's hit #1 in ‘Entrepreneurship,’ #3 in ‘Business,’ and #21 in ‘All Podcasts’ for a reason. We've had the pleasure of hosting inspiring guests like innovators, dental leaders, pioneering inventors, and artists, including Angus Walls, Machell Hudson, Dr. Simon McDonald, Dr. Bobby Birdi, Rella Christensen, Professor Phillip D. Marsh, Carmen Ohling, John Kois, Dr. Susan Maples, Doug Young, Colt Idol, Stephanie Staples, and many more who've graced our mic.
Each episode isn't just a listen; it's a lesson in living an extraordinary life authentically, embracing rebellion, and nurturing leadership. We dive into diverse topics, from mentoring, coaching, personal development, and work-life balance to self-awareness, emotional intelligence, leadership, storytelling, altruism, and motivation. And yes, we also cover dentistry—exploring natural dentists, dental health, dental laboratories, oral care, oral surgery, dental hygiene, caries disease, brushing teeth, and overall tooth care.
Tune in to Contrary to Ordinary for a unique blend of wisdom that goes beyond the ordinary and resonates with all aspects of life! This podcast aims to empower you to be extraordinary in your dental practice and improve not just your dental care but your overall life!
Do you have an extraordinary story you’d like to share with us? Or perhaps a question for Dr. Kutsch. Contact us on our Instagram, Facebook or Twitter today.
About Our Host:
Meet Dr. Kim Kutsch: a retired dentist with 40 years of experience, prolific writer, thought leader, inventor, and researcher in dental caries and minimally invasive dentistry, brings his insatiable curiosity to the forefront. Eager to learn from those breaking boundaries in dentistry, particularly in preventative and non-invasive dentistry approaches, Dr. Kutsch launched the Contrary to Ordinary podcast. As a keen creative and curious mind, Dr. Kutsch extends his podcast guest list to artists, entrepreneurs, and fascinating minds who have piqued his interest. He wants to learn from them and see how he can be inspired by their extraordinary ways of living and adapt his learnings into his own life and his business, CariFree.
About CariFree:
CariFree is the new model for oral health and cavity prevention. Dr. Kutsch is the CEO and founder of this business. They create cutting-edge technology and science-based solutions to common dental health concerns for the whole family, making it easy to banish cavities for good with preventive strategies over restorative procedures. Find out how dentists are using CariFree products to revolutionize their dental practices here: https://carifree.com/success-stories/.
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36. Choosing the Extraordinary Path with Dr. Doug Thompson
This week's guest is Dr. Doug Thompson, a pioneer in understanding the connection between oral health and overall well-being. In 2016, he founded the Wellness Dentistry Network to encourage dentists to adopt this more holistic approach, moving beyond the traditional focus on drilling and filling teeth.
Doug also serves on the American Academy of Systemic Health Board and is an adjunct faculty member and clinical instructor at the Kois Center.
Doug started his journey as a lab technician, working by day and taking classes by night. This determined path led him to become a dentist in his 30s. Despite his hard work, Doug strongly believes in "living your life along the way," ensuring he enjoys experiences beyond his professional career.
Resources
Follow your curiosity, connect, and join our ever-growing community of extraordinary minds.
CariFree Website
CariFree on Instagram
CariFree on Facebook
CariFree on Pinterest
Dr. Kim Kutsch on LinkedIn
Dr. Doug Thompson on LinkedIn
Wellness Dentistry Network Website
Integrative Oral Medicine Website
What's In This Episode
Doug’s unconventional journey to dentistry.How Doug has faced challenges in his life and career.The art of the late-life career shift.How passion and faith combine for Doug. -
35. Incremental Change with Leon Hermanides
This week's guest is the rebellious Leon Hermanides, Owner and President of Protea Dental Studio in Redmond Washington. He’s also a Clinical Instructor and Scientific Advisor at the Kois Center.
Leon's journey began in his native Zimbabwe, where his father was a prominent figure in the dental space who had vowed never to leave the country. However, it was a major surprise when his father decided to move the family to South Africa when Leon was 13.
Across his life and career, Leon has embraced the idea of incremental change. At one point, he would make drastic changes overnight, believing that this would help his business evolve. However, he now realizes that the best results come from slowing down and figuring out the best changes over a longer period.
Resources
Follow your curiosity, connect, and join our ever-growing community of extraordinary minds.
CariFree Website
CariFree on Instagram
CariFree on Facebook
CariFree on Pinterest
Dr. Kim Kutsch on LinkedIn
Leon Hermanides on LinkedIn
Protea Dental Studio Website
1. John Kois on Enriching The Heart, The Mind, and Dental Industry
TED Talk: The little risks you can take to increase your luck with Tina Seelig
What's In This Episode
Leon’s journey across Africa, and then the world.How Leon embraced incremental change.How risk and reward impacted Leon’s life.Why we should all strive to be extraordinary. -
34. Spotlighting the Extraordinary with Melissa Turner
This week's guest is the vibrant and multi-talented Melissa Turner. She is the Senior Executive Consultant and Chief Hygiene Officer at Cellerant Consulting Group, an incubator and accelerator for dental companies. Melissa is also the co-founder of the Denobi Awards, which celebrate the positive impact of dental professionals worldwide. Additionally, Melissa co-hosts the Dentistry Gone Wild Podcast and the IWoman Podcast.
This conversation was recorded at SmileCon 2023 in Orlando Florida.
Resources
Follow your curiosity, connect, and join our ever-growing community of extraordinary minds.
CariFree Website
CariFree on Instagram
CariFree on Facebook
CariFree on Pinterest
Dr. Kim Kutsch on LinkedIn
Melissa Turner on LinkedIn
Melissa Turner on Instagram
The Denobi Awards Website
Dentistry Gone Wild Podcast
I, Woman Podcast Website
What's In This Episode
Melissa’s origin story in the Amish community.How Melissa found her feet in dentistry.Finding common ground in the generational divide.Why Melissa founded the Denobi Awards. -
33. Humor and Candor with Dr. Mark Benavides
Today’s guest is Dr. Mark Benavides, a dentist practicing in Ottawa, Illinois. Mark is a member of several prestigious organizations, including the American Academy of Restorative Dentistry and the International Congress of Oral Implantologists.
He also uniquely serves as the Scientific Advisor for Computer Technology at the Kois Center. Mark is the only dentist member of iXorg, an organization that provides technical education and business networking to its members.
In honor of Father’s Day 2024, this episode features a few heartwarming stories about Mark’s father - an incredible surgeon who inspired many people throughout his life.
This episode contains some strong language.
Resources
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CariFree Website
CariFree on Instagram
CariFree on Facebook
CariFree on Pinterest
Dr. Kim Kutsch on LinkedIn
Dr. Mark Benavides on LinkedIn
Dr. Mark Benavides Website
What's In This Episode
How Mark’s journey to becoming a surgeon changedWhy Mark’s father was such an influential characterHow to spot an ‘asshole’ at workWhy a smile goes a long way -
32. Consistency and Grit with Minal Sampat
Today’s guest is Minal Sampat, speaker, marketing strategist, coach, and bestselling author. Minal is the definition of a third culture kid - she began her life in India and moved to St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands as a child. Her final relocation was to the US. where she still lives today.
Those early years left an impression on Minal and taught her a lot about the value of grit and determination. She began her journey studying dentistry at Rutgers University. But something shifted, and she started to set her sights on a new path - marketing.
Minal is the author of the Amazon bestseller Why Your Marketing Is Killing Your Business: And What To Do About It.
Resources
Follow your curiosity, connect, and join our ever-growing community of extraordinary minds.
CariFree Website
CariFree on Instagram
CariFree on Facebook
CariFree on Pinterest
Dr. Kim Kutsch on LinkedIn
Minal Sampat Website
Minal Sampat on LinkedIn
What's In This Episode
Where Minal got her grit and determination.Her experience of starting her own business.Why it takes grit to succeed.What people often get wrong about marketing. -
31. The Privilege of Teaching with Dr. Bob Margeas
Today’s guest is Dr. Bob Margeas, a dental professional in Des Moines, Iowa, a professor of Operative Dentistry at the University of Iowa, and the Editor-in-Chief of Inside Dentistry.
Described as the “dentist’s dentist”, Bob has achieved so much in his field, but always embraces his failures, seeing them as a valuable learning opportunity. He sees teaching as a privilege - and never takes his position as an educator for granted. As he puts it -
“There are a lot of amazing people out there who never get the opportunity to speak, so you can never assume that the people speaking are the best.”
Resources
Follow your curiosity, connect, and join our ever-growing community of extraordinary minds.
CariFree Website
CariFree on Instagram
CariFree on Facebook
CariFree on Pinterest
CariFree on Twitter
Dr. Kim Kutsch on LinkedIn
Dr. Bob Margeas Profile
What's In This Episode
The mentor that kickstarted Bob’s career.Bob’s first big career failure.Why he’s humbled by the talent around him.Bob’s life as a stepdad.
Customer Reviews
Beautifully curated story telling that I can relate to
The authenticity in this podcast is refreshing. Dr. Kutsch brings out the human experience in his guests in a way that is relatable and inspirational. This podcast allows the solo practitioner to feel less alone. It makes me realize that we all lead extraordinary lives.
Inspiring
What a great listen. Insightful and challenging, I am looking forward to more episodes.
Excited To Be Exploring The Extraordinary!!
Relentless curiosity… that’s it; the key to an extraordinary life!!! I’m so excited to tune in to this podcast and be inspired by each extraordinary story!!!