Deconstructing Conventional

Christian Elliot

Welcome to Deconstructing Conventional, a show fascinated by one simple question: How did we get here? How did what we call “conventional” come to earn that title? Is there a better way, and if so, what would it look like? This show is about deconstructing two things: Our individual biases, and the systems that run (or attempt to run) our everyday lives. We do this deconstruction with an eye for where we can reconstruct something better that leads to flourishing societies, and robust physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health. In short, this show is about questioning our assumptions and practicing systems-level thinking. I’m your host, Christian Elliot, I’ll do my best to stay curious and humble. You do the same and we’re both bound to learn something. Welcome to the show. Prepare to have your thinking stretched.

  1. Robyn Openshaw: Behind the Curtain of the Supplement Industry - Is What's in that Bottle Eroding Health and Wasting Money?

    6H AGO

    Robyn Openshaw: Behind the Curtain of the Supplement Industry - Is What's in that Bottle Eroding Health and Wasting Money?

    Send us a text The label says “natural,” but who’s actually making your vitamins—and what’s riding along inside each capsule? I sat down with Robyn Openshaw to follow the supply chains few consumers ever see, from GMO-corn byproducts turned into “vitamin C,” to deodorized fish oils engineered to hide rancidity, to wool-grease–derived cholecalciferol sold as “vitamin D.” The picture that emerges isn’t a quaint herb shed; it’s industrial chemistry optimized for shelf life, margins, and market growth. If you’ve ever wondered why so many supplements feel underwhelming—or why your cabinet keeps growing while your results don’t—this conversation hands you the map and a flashlight. We trace how pharma and nutraceuticals became “kissing cousins,” why many ingredients come from the same factories in China or India, and how fillers, binders, and anti-caking agents sneak in under “other ingredients.” We unpack multivitamins and the co-factor problem, show why ascorbic acid isn’t the whole vitamin C complex, and question the over-reliance on the 25D vitamin D test that labels most people “deficient.” Robin shares the eye-opening moment at a Swiss clinic where blood filtration revealed a bag of solvent-like gunk—fueling a methodical, AI-driven investigation into base materials, manufacturing chemicals, and MSDS safety profiles you can verify yourself. This isn’t a call to ditch everything; it’s a toolkit to cut waste and lower your toxic load. You’ll learn how to read labels, run smarter searches to uncover manufacturing practices, and decide where a thoughtful, targeted support may still make sense. Most importantly, you’ll rediscover the third path between drug and supplement: neither—paired with better food, sunlight, sleep, movement, and stress care. If this episode challenges your assumptions or helps you save money, share it with a friend who loves “wellness” labels. Subscribe for more candid deep dives, and leave a review with one change you’re making after listening. Order Robyn's book - Take Daily: How Supplement Hijack Your HealthVisit Robyn's websiteRobyn's SubstackVitamin D Supplementation: Panacea or Potential ProblemAn Ancestral Perspective on Vitamin D StatusAre Some People Pushing Their Vitamin D Levels Too High?Medical Tests: Who's Interest Do They Really Serve? Reverse Any Chronic Health Condition in Three Steps - The Simplest Path to Healing You've Ever Seen Support the show NEED TO DETOX AND HEAL? Visit our website Compare our Detox Programs See our recommended products Download the Healing United PMA App Reverse Any Chronic Illness in Three Steps

    1h 27m
  2. Dr. Shaher Khan: Breast Implant Illness and Gaslighting: A Surgeon's Take on REAL Informed Consent

    SEP 27

    Dr. Shaher Khan: Breast Implant Illness and Gaslighting: A Surgeon's Take on REAL Informed Consent

    Send us a text What if that unexplained fatigue, brain fog, and joint pain isn't "just stress" or aging, but caused by something physically inside your body? Dr. Shaher Khan, a plastic surgeon who exclusively performs breast implant removal, pulls back the curtain on what may be one of modern medicine's most overlooked health crises. Reading directly from FDA black box warnings and manufacturer documentation, Dr. Khan reveals disturbing facts about breast implants that most women are never told: they contain heavy metals like arsenic, lead, and mercury; they're designed to need replacement every 7-10 years; they require MRI screenings every two years; and silicone can migrate into lymph nodes, organs, and tissues where "it may not be possible to remove." While mainstream medicine often dismisses breast implant illness (BII) symptoms or attributes them to stress, thousands of women report the same constellation of symptoms—fatigue, joint pain, autoimmune issues, cognitive problems—that mysteriously disappear after implant removal. Dr. Khan shares remarkable recovery stories and explains his meticulous "en bloc" surgical technique that ensures complete removal of implants and the surrounding capsule tissue where toxins accumulate. This conversation goes beyond physical health to examine the emotional dimensions of implants: the external pressures that lead women to get them, the partner dynamics involved, and the profound psychological relief that comes with reclaiming natural health. Dr. Khan's compassionate approach acknowledges both the personal choices women make about their bodies and the medical community's failure to provide genuine informed consent. Whether you have implants yourself, know someone who does, or simply care about understanding how foreign substances affect our bodies, this eye-opening discussion challenges conventional wisdom about cosmetic procedures and reminds us that sometimes the path to healing begins with removing what doesn't belong. Dr. Khan's websiteDr. Khan's Facebook pageDr. Khan's Instagram pageDr. Khan on YouTubeBreast Implant Illness Support Group on FacebookDr. Khan's interview with Dr. Robert YohoHeavy metals found in breast implantsLung diseases and breast implants Reverse Any Chronic Health Condition in Three Steps - The Simplest Path to Healing You've Ever Seen Support the show NEED TO DETOX AND HEAL? Visit our website Compare our Detox Programs See our recommended products Download the Healing United PMA App Reverse Any Chronic Illness in Three Steps

    2h 13m
  3. Dr. Scott Johnson: Beyond Pharmaceuticals - Overcoming the Incurable: How Plant Medicines Heal Without Harm

    AUG 9

    Dr. Scott Johnson: Beyond Pharmaceuticals - Overcoming the Incurable: How Plant Medicines Heal Without Harm

    Send us a text What if nature already contains the solutions to many of our health challenges? In this eye-opening conversation with Dr. Scott Johnson—naturopath, author of 28 books, and one of the world's foremost authorities on essential oils—we uncover how plant medicines can work with remarkable potency while avoiding the toxic side effects of pharmaceuticals. Dr. Johnson's passionate journey began with his own diagnosis of ankylosing spondylitis, a rare auto-inflammatory condition doctors told him would require lifelong medication. After experiencing stomach ulcers from conventional drugs, he discovered powerful herbal remedies that not only healed his stomach but eventually put his "incurable" condition into remission. When he excitedly shared this breakthrough with his rheumatologist, instead of curiosity, he was met with dismissal and anger—a moment that crystallized his mission to help others discover natural healing pathways. We explore what makes essential oils unique in the spectrum of plant medicines. Unlike herbs or tinctures, these concentrated volatile compounds can penetrate cell membranes, cross the blood-brain barrier, and reach deep into the respiratory system. Perhaps most importantly, they maintain nature's complete formula rather than isolating single compounds, creating what Dr. Johnson calls "side benefits rather than side effects." The conversation gets practical with specific recommendations for common conditions. For inflammation and pain, a blend of frankincense, copaiba and fir oils taken in a capsule has helped countless people find relief. For allergies, the combination of lemon, lavender and peppermint works through multiple mechanisms: peppermint as a bronchodilator, lavender as a natural antihistamine, and lemon supporting overall immune function. Throughout our discussion, Dr. Johnson emphasizes that essential oils should complement—not replace—healthy lifestyle foundations. "No amount of taking an essential oil is going to override poor diet and sedentary habits," he reminds us. Yet when integrated into a holistic approach, these powerful plant extracts can dramatically reduce our dependence on pharmaceuticals and help us reclaim our inherent healing capacities. Ready to explore nature's pharmacy? Discover how essential oils might transform your approach to health and healing while reconnecting you with traditional wisdom that modern science is only beginning to validate. Dr. Scott Johnson's WebsiteOils for AllergiesOils for Immune FunctionOils for InflammationOils for SleepNina's Healthy-Home Kit DMSO - Use code HealingUnited15 for 15% off Reverse Any Chronic Health Condition in Three Steps - The Simplest Path to Healing You've Ever Seen Support the show NEED TO DETOX AND HEAL? Visit our website Compare our Detox Programs See our recommended products Download the Healing United PMA App Reverse Any Chronic Illness in Three Steps

    1h 17m
  4. Christian Elliot: The Breakthrough Blueprint: How Bankruptcy Taught Me What Success Never Could and Why Hitting Rock Bottom Could be Your Fresh Start

    AUG 3

    Christian Elliot: The Breakthrough Blueprint: How Bankruptcy Taught Me What Success Never Could and Why Hitting Rock Bottom Could be Your Fresh Start

    Send us a text Have you ever had your entire life upended in an instant? At 41, with a wife and four children depending on me, I found myself filing for bankruptcy after our fitness studio of 12 years collapsed. Standing amid the ruins of what we'd built, I had to make an impossible choice: accept the only job offer I had or bet on myself with no safety net. That moment of crisis became the crucible for everything I now understand about creating breakthroughs in life. Through tears and raw vulnerability, I share how bankruptcy burned away everything that wasn't essential and forced me to rebuild with intention. The clean slate became my greatest gift—painful, yes, but ultimately transformative. This deeply personal journey reveals three critical lessons for anyone facing seemingly insurmountable obstacles. First, you must define your "why" and what success truly means to you. My realization that I wanted work to fit around family, not the other way around, became my north star. Second, you need two defiant core beliefs: that failure is an event, not your identity, and that you are adequate to learn from mistakes. The virtues of humility and curiosity became my foundation, allowing gratitude to replace entitlement and fascination to overcome disappointment. Finally, I discovered that breakthroughs require two types of people: friends who stand by you in your darkest hour, and guides who've solved problems like yours before. Both relationships demand vulnerability—accepting help when you can't repay it, and humbling yourself to learn from others and get gritty learning new skills. What emerged from this three-year wilderness wasn't just survival but a completely reimagined life. The suffering had purpose. If you're facing your own wall right now, remember that perseverance produces character, and character produces hope. Your breakthrough awaits not by avoiding suffering, but by finding something worth suffering for. BLOG POST MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Bankruptcy. Blogging, and Believing Reverse Any Chronic Health Condition in Three Steps - The Simplest Path to Healing You've Ever Seen Support the show NEED TO DETOX AND HEAL? Visit our website Compare our Detox Programs See our recommended products Download the Healing United PMA App Reverse Any Chronic Illness in Three Steps

    54 min
  5. Dr. Peter Breggin: Brain Hijackers - The Dehumanizing Truth About Psych Meds, Methylene Blue, and Profit-Driven Crimes of Psychiatry

    JUL 19

    Dr. Peter Breggin: Brain Hijackers - The Dehumanizing Truth About Psych Meds, Methylene Blue, and Profit-Driven Crimes of Psychiatry

    Send us a text In this profound and eye-opening conversation, psychiatrist Dr. Peter Breggin shares the extraordinary journey that has earned him the title "conscience of psychiatry." With seven decades of experience fighting against medical corruption, Dr. Breggin offers rare insights into the true nature of psychiatric medications and their impact on the human brain and spirit. The interview begins with Dr. Breggin's moving personal story—how his childhood experiences, including early exposure to Holocaust imagery, shaped his determination to stand against injustice. This moral compass led him, at age 18, to volunteer at a state mental hospital where he witnessed conditions so horrific he compared them to concentration camps. Rather than turning away, he committed himself to reforming psychiatry from within. Dr. Breggin delivers a powerful critique of modern psychiatric practice, dismantling the "chemical imbalance" theory as a pharmaceutical marketing fiction. He explains how psychiatric medications function as "chemical lobotomies," damaging the brain rather than healing it. Particularly illuminating is his concept of "medication spellbinding"—how drugs impair the brain in ways that prevent patients from recognizing the harm being done, creating a dangerous dependency cycle. The conversation then turns to an urgent warning about methylene blue, a substance gaining popularity in alternative health circles. Drawing on his expert knowledge, he reveals its dangers as "the mother of all pharmaceuticals"—a powerful enzyme inhibitor that can trigger severe psychiatric disturbances and potentially lethal interactions. Throughout the interview, Dr. Breggin's humanity shines through his scientific explanations. He shares touching stories of his marriage to Ginger, his partner of 42 years, and how their relationship has sustained his difficult work. The discussion culminates with his five principles for living—among them "dare to trust in a loving God," offering not just critique but a positive vision for what human connection and healing can look like. Whether you're concerned about psychiatric medications, interested in medical ethics, or simply seeking wisdom from a life dedicated to truth and justice, this conversation will challenge your assumptions and perhaps change how you view mental health care forever. Dr. Breggin's message is ultimately one of hope—that even in our most vulnerable moments, healing comes through human connection rather than chemical intervention. Dr. Breggin's websiteDr. Breggin's SubstackEmergency Notification on Methylene BlueRFK, mRNA vaccines, and Methylene BlueDr. Vliet & Dr. Breggin discuss Methylene Blue Reverse Any Chronic Health Condition in Three Steps - The Simplest Path to Healing You've Ever Seen Support the show NEED TO DETOX AND HEAL? Visit our website Compare our Detox Programs See our recommended products Download the Healing United PMA App Reverse Any Chronic Illness in Three Steps

    1h 48m
  6. Kerri Rivera: Autism is Not Forever - The Blueprint for Healing that Doctors Don't Know

    JUN 25

    Kerri Rivera: Autism is Not Forever - The Blueprint for Healing that Doctors Don't Know

    Send us a text What if everything we've been told about autism is wrong? What if this condition that affects 1 in 32 children isn't genetic, permanent, or untreatable, but instead represents a massive poisoning crisis that can be reversed? Kerri Rivera joins us to share her extraordinary journey from desperate mother to pioneering healer who's helped over 5,000 children recover from autism. After watching her own son slip away between 12-24 months old, becoming nonverbal after vaccinations, Kerri refused to accept the medical establishment's grim prognosis. Through relentless research and divine appointments with mentors like Dr. Bernard Rimland, Kerri discovered and refined protocols that have transformed thousands of lives. Her approach centers on chlorine dioxide therapy, specialized dietary interventions (particularly low-glutamate and carnivore diets), parasite protocols, and addressing the gut-brain connection. "You can recover your child from autism," Kerri explains. "But it's work. Between 18-36 months of consistent effort, you can take your child back to the path they were destined to follow." Kerri walks us through her toolkit: removing inflammatory foods, implementing chlorine dioxide, addressing parasites, improving stomach acid, and supporting detoxification pathways. This conversation isn't just for parents of autistic children—it's for anyone concerned about the exponential rise in chronic illness in our children. If we continue on our current trajectory, projections suggest half of all children could be diagnosed with autism within 15-25 years. Kerri has faced extraordinary censorship for her work—deplatforming, demonetization, SWAT raids, and relentless smear campaigns. Yet she continues offering hope because she's witnessed too many recoveries to stay silent. Whether you're seeking answers for your own family or simply questioning why autism didn't exist before the 1940s, this eye-opening conversation challenges everything we've been told about this condition and offers a pathway forward built on one mother's refusal to give up. Documentary - The Universal AntidoteKerri on InstagramKerri's websiteKerri's email - kerri@kerririvera.comNOTE: Many email platforms block Kerri from responding to email. Listen to the episodes to find which platforms will (currently) deliver her emails.FDA Quietly Removes CD WarningsOrder CD - 15% off with code HealingUnited15 Reverse Any Chronic Health Condition in Three Steps - The Simplest Path to Healing You've Ever Seen Support the show NEED TO DETOX AND HEAL? Visit our website Compare our Detox Programs See our recommended products Download the Healing United PMA App Reverse Any Chronic Illness in Three Steps

    1h 42m
  7. Mark Grenon: The Unseen Realm - A Missionary's Journey Reveals Biblical Realities

    JUN 14

    Mark Grenon: The Unseen Realm - A Missionary's Journey Reveals Biblical Realities

    Send us a text What if the strangest parts of the Bible aren't myth but documented reality? Mark Grenon's journey from skeptical to global missionary reveals archaeological evidence and supernatural encounters that make Scripture's most controversial passages suddenly plausible. Mark's story begins with a life-altering encounter with believers who could answer his deepest questions from Scripture. Within months, he abandoned his construction career to attend Bible college, eventually pastoring a thriving church before feeling divinely called to Nigeria. The evidence Mark encountered during his decades of ministry would challenge anyone's skepticism. In Israel, he touched olive trees in Gethsemane that were already ancient when Jesus prayed there, drank from Jacob's well that still flows with cool water, and found sulfur balls in the ruins of Gomorrah that burn at an inexplicable 6,000 degrees. In Ecuador, he witnessed a 35-foot giant skeleton that aligns perfectly with Genesis 6 accounts of Nephilim. These aren't religious claims but archaeological realities that mainstream education systematically ignores. Perhaps most compelling are Mark's supernatural encounters—from demonic manifestations in Nigerian markets to angelic messengers who appeared and vanished in Boston after delivering specific guidance. His near-death experience during heart surgery gave him a glimpse beyond the veil that separates our physical world from the spiritual realm. Through it all, Mark discovered that Scripture isn't just spiritually inspiring—it's historically precise in ways that defy coincidence. Whether you're a committed believer or a thoughtful skeptic, Mark's experiences offer a challenge worth considering: what if we've been given a sanitized, two-dimensional version of both history and spirituality? His firsthand accounts might just be the evidence you need to reconsider the Bible not as mythology, but as the most accurate historical document ever preserved.  Grennon's GiveSendGoGrenon's Books, E-Books and recommended documentariesNumber of Biblical prophecies fulfilledGiant skeletons in Equador?Noah's Ark Location?Pharaoh's Buried Army in the Red Sea?The Real Mt. Sinai?The Universe Next Door - SireAnother Gospel - Childers Reverse Any Chronic Health Condition in Three Steps - The Simplest Path to Healing You've Ever Seen Support the show NEED TO DETOX AND HEAL? Visit our website Compare our Detox Programs See our recommended products Download the Healing United PMA App Reverse Any Chronic Illness in Three Steps

    1h 39m
  8. Mark Grenon: Imprisoned, Poisoned, Debanked, Deplatformed, and Unstoppable: Life as a Medical Missionary

    JUN 7

    Mark Grenon: Imprisoned, Poisoned, Debanked, Deplatformed, and Unstoppable: Life as a Medical Missionary

    Send us a text Mark Grenon's life story reads like a thriller but carries the weight of hard truth about health freedom in America. A missionary pilot who spent 47 years serving communities across Haiti, the Dominican Republic, and Colombia, Mark's path took an unexpected turn when he and his family contracted antibiotic-resistant MRSA in 2006. Facing a potentially fatal diagnosis with no effective medical treatment, Mark discovered chlorine dioxide—a simple compound that completely healed his family when conventional antibiotics had failed. This miracle led him to partner with Jim Humble, forming the Genesis 2 Church of Health and Healing to teach others about this healing protocol. The results were extraordinary, with documented cases of recovery from malaria, cancer, AIDS, and numerous other conditions that Mark witnessed firsthand during his global outreach work. But success came at a devastating price. As his healing ministry expanded to 19 countries, Mark became a target. He experienced multiple assassination attempts, systematic deplatforming, debanking, and ultimately, a coordinated government raid in 2020 that led to his imprisonment along with his sons. The trial that followed trampled constitutional rights, with the judge explicitly instructing the jury to disregard First Amendment protections. Despite having no criminal history and no victims claiming harm, Mark and his sons received maximum sentences. While incarcerated, Mark nearly died when his mitral valve ruptured and prison officials delayed medical treatment. Now released but with two sons still imprisoned, he continues fighting for justice while sharing his knowledge about healing protocols that threatened pharmaceutical profits enough to warrant this level of persecution. Mark's resilience and unwavering faith serve as both warning and inspiration for anyone concerned about health freedom and constitutional rights in America today. Please donate to Mark's fight for his sons' freedom through his GiveSendGo page. Grennon's GiveSendGoGrenon's Books, E-Books and recommended documentariesGenesis 2 Church - Brighteon Channel - 300+ VideosCD testimonials - Before and after picturesMalaria cured with chlorine dioxideG2 Church on TelegramCD Testimonials on TelegramIngredients to make CD - 15% off with code HealingUnited15 Reverse Any Chronic Health Condition in Three Steps - The Simplest Path to Healing You've Ever Seen Support the show NEED TO DETOX AND HEAL? Visit our website Compare our Detox Programs See our recommended products Download the Healing United PMA App Reverse Any Chronic Illness in Three Steps

    1h 13m
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Welcome to Deconstructing Conventional, a show fascinated by one simple question: How did we get here? How did what we call “conventional” come to earn that title? Is there a better way, and if so, what would it look like? This show is about deconstructing two things: Our individual biases, and the systems that run (or attempt to run) our everyday lives. We do this deconstruction with an eye for where we can reconstruct something better that leads to flourishing societies, and robust physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health. In short, this show is about questioning our assumptions and practicing systems-level thinking. I’m your host, Christian Elliot, I’ll do my best to stay curious and humble. You do the same and we’re both bound to learn something. Welcome to the show. Prepare to have your thinking stretched.

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  • Creator
    Christian Elliot
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    58
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Deconstructing Conventional
  • Show Website
    Deconstructing Conventional

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