Beyond the Pills

Josh Rimany

Beyond the Pills is a top-rated functional medicine and holistic health podcast hosted by Josh Rimany, a conventionally trained pharmacist turned root-cause healing expert. With 550K+ global downloads and 2.7K five-star Spotify reviews, the show explores what true healing looks like beyond prescriptions; addressing lifestyle medicine, mind-body connection, and sustainable wellness from the inside out. Each episode blends clinical science with holistic wisdom, helping health professionals and conscious consumers move past symptom-chasing and into empowered, proactive health. If you’re seeking a deeper, more intentional approach to healing, this is where ancient wisdom meets modern science. 🌎 Join the Beyond the Pills Community https://links.gobeyondthepills.com/community-page 🎧 Subscribe, follow, and leave a review to support the movement

  1. #115: If the Tests Are “Normal” But You Still Feel Unwell: Dr. Stephanie I. Byerly on Real Healing

    17H AGO

    #115: If the Tests Are “Normal” But You Still Feel Unwell: Dr. Stephanie I. Byerly on Real Healing

    What if healing isn’t something you force but something you create space for? In this powerful episode of Beyond the Pills, we sit down with Dr. Stephanie I. Byerly, physician, educator, and advocate for human-centered medicine, to explore what happens when healthcare treats the body but misses the person. Dr. Byerly challenges the prevailing model of “fixing” symptoms without addressing the deeper conditions required for healing. As she shares in the episode, “The body doesn’t heal when it feels rushed, pressured, or unsafe—healing requires regulation, not just intervention.” Together, we unpack why so many people feel dismissed or unseen in conventional medical settings, even when they’re doing everything “right.” Dr. Byerly explains how chronic stress, overwhelm, and constant performance—both in life and in healthcare—keep the nervous system locked in survival mode. And when the body is stuck in survival, healing becomes almost impossible. One of the most striking moments of the conversation comes when she reminds us: “You can’t out-supplement, out-medicate, or out-discipline a nervous system that doesn’t feel safe.” This episode also explores the hidden cost of speed in modern medicine—for patients and physicians alike. Dr. Byerly speaks candidly about the pressure clinicians face to move quickly, follow rigid systems, and prioritize efficiency over presence. “When we stop listening,” she says, “we lose the most important diagnostic tool we have—the patient’s lived experience.” Rather than offering another protocol or checklist, this conversation invites a reframe. Healing isn’t about doing more. It’s about restoring connection—within the body, within relationships, and within care itself. As Dr. Byerly beautifully puts it, “Healing happens when the body feels supported enough to stop protecting itself.” If you’ve ever felt frustrated by a diagnosis that didn’t fully explain what you’re experiencing… If you’ve followed all the health advice and still feel stuck… Or if you sense that true healing requires more than treatment alone— This episode offers a compassionate, grounding perspective that makes sense of what so many people feel but struggle to articulate. At its core, this conversation is a reminder that medicine works best when it remembers the human at the center of it all. Healing is not just biological—it’s relational, emotional, and deeply human. 🎧 Tune in to hear how stepping Beyond the Pills opens the door to deeper regulation, resilience, and real healing. Connect with Stephanie + Support her work! www.stephaniebyerly.com FB/Li/IG: @stephaniebyerlymd

    54 min
  2. FEB 2

    #114: Beyond The Pills Community Launch

    What if your wellness journey didn’t feel overwhelming, confusing, or lonely? In this special launch episode of Beyond The Pills, Josh Rimany is joined by Tara LaFon Gooch to officially introduce the Beyond The Pills Community—a holistic wellness ecosystem designed to help you simplify your health, accelerate your goals, and stay consistent for the long run. This episode breaks down why the Wellness Made Simple Kit exists, what’s included, and how this community supports mind, body, and soul; without the noise, hype, or endless protocols that keep so many people stuck. 🔹 What You Get When You JoinFor $95, members receive far more than supplements: Three pharmacist-vetted supplements, personally selected by Josh No influencer trends. No guesswork. Just clean, effective products you can trust.One full year of access to the Beyond The Pills Community A space built for education, encouragement, and sustainable wellness.Direct access to Josh and his wisdom Learn from a pharmacist who believes wellness should be simple, practical, and empowering.Exclusive guest interviews & trusted experts Conversations that expand your understanding of health without overwhelming you.A like-minded community Because wellness is easier and more powerful—when you’re surrounded by people walking the same path. 🔹 Why This Community Accelerates Your GoalsReal wellness isn’t about doing more—it’s about doing the right things consistently. The Beyond The Pills Community accelerates your progress by: Removing confusion and decision fatigueProviding structure without rigiditySupporting consistency through education and communityAligning physical health with mental clarity and spiritual well-being And most importantly… You choose your level of accountability. Some members want: Community support and educationTrusted guidance and resourcesPeace of mind knowing they’re doing wellness right Others want: Deeper accountabilityAdditional coachingli...

    1h 2m
  3. #113: From Symptoms to Systems: Rethinking Chronic Disease With Dane Johnson

    JAN 26

    #113: From Symptoms to Systems: Rethinking Chronic Disease With Dane Johnson

    What if chronic illness isn’t a life sentence...but a signal? In this episode of Beyond The Pills, we sit down with Dane Johnson, CHN, founder of CrohnsColitisLifestyle, to challenge the conventional narrative around inflammatory bowel disease. After facing a life-threatening battle with Crohn’s and Colitis, Dane was told medication and surgery were his only options. Instead, he chose a different path—one rooted in natural, root-cause healing. By addressing the gut, immune system, and lifestyle factors driving disease, Dane was able to eliminate symptoms, come off medications, and reclaim his health—without surgery. Today, Dane is recognized as one of the most successful Crohn’s and Colitis coaches in the world, having helped thousands globally uncover their unique path to healing. Through Crohns Colitis Lifestyle, he’s built a powerful community of patients, doctors, and healers working together to move beyond symptom management and toward true restoration. In this conversation, we explore: Why symptoms are messages—not mistakesWhat most people misunderstand about IBD and gut healthHow root-cause healing creates long-term changeWhat it really takes to reclaim sovereignty over your health If you or someone you love is navigating IBD, this episode offers hope, clarity, and a new framework for healing—beyond pills. 🔗 Learn more about Dane’s work: www.crohnscolitislifestyle.com 🎁 Special Offer: Dane is currently offering a free IBD strategy session to support those who need guidance and healing space: https://www.cclworkshop.com/apply

    1h 15m
  4. #112: Why Your Body Isn’t Healing: The Nervous System, Breath, and Movement Connection | Dr. Hamad Shirazi

    JAN 19

    #112: Why Your Body Isn’t Healing: The Nervous System, Breath, and Movement Connection | Dr. Hamad Shirazi

    Healing from the Inside Out: Nervous System-Based Care with Dr. Hamad Shirazi What if the reason your body isn’t healing has nothing to do with effort, discipline, or doing more but everything to do with your nervous system? In this episode of Beyond The Pills, we sit down with Dr. Hamad Shirazi, chiropractor, movement specialist, and nervous system educator, to explore why so many well-intentioned healing protocols fail and what actually creates lasting change in the body. Dr. Shirazi shares how traditional approaches to fitness, chiropractic care, and even wellness can unintentionally keep people stuck in cycles of pain, burnout, and disconnection. When the nervous system is chronically dysregulated, the body prioritizes survival over healing—no matter how “healthy” your habits appear on the surface. Through breathwork, embodiment, and nervous-system–first care, Dr. Shirazi introduces a radically compassionate model of healing—one that focuses less on fixing symptoms and more on restoring safety, presence, and connection within the body. If you’ve tried “everything” and still feel disconnected, inflamed, exhausted, or stuck, this conversation offers a reframe that may finally make sense of your experience. You’ll learn why slowing down is not a setback, how listening to your body builds true resilience, and why healing isn’t something you force—but something you allow. This episode is especially powerful for high performers, athletes, healthcare professionals, and anyone who has been conditioned to push through pain instead of understanding it. Listen now to discover how nervous system regulation, intentional movement, and embodied awareness can transform the way you heal—physically, mentally, and emotionally. 🔗 Learn more about Dr. Hamad Shirazi: www.coachshirazi.com 📲 Follow him on Instagram: @drhamadshirazi If this episode resonated, be sure to subscribe, rate, and review Beyond The Pills to help us continue bringing conversations that challenge conventional medicine and expand what healing can look like...beyond the pills. Powerful Quotes from the Episode“Your body isn’t broken, it’s responding exactly the way a nervous system does when it doesn’t feel safe.”“Healing doesn’t come from forcing change; it comes from creating the conditions where the body feels safe enough to change.”“When you stop trying to override your body and start listening to it, healing becomes inevitable.” Love the show? Please leave a review on Apple with your favorite takeaway. Each review helps more people see the value of tuning in and gives them a foundation to achieve lasting wellness.

    58 min
  5. #111: Nature, Surrender, and the Medicine We Forgot We Had with Jared Pickard

    JAN 12

    #111: Nature, Surrender, and the Medicine We Forgot We Had with Jared Pickard

    Nature, Surrender, and the Medicine We Forgot We Had with Jared Pickard What if the medicine we’re searching for isn’t found in a pill… but in nature, rhythm, and surrender? In this powerful episode of Beyond The Pills, Josh Rimany sits down with Jared Pickard, co-founder of Be Here Farm & Nature, biodynamic farmer, wellness visionary, and creator of the Being Human self-mastery program. Together, they explore what it truly means to heal—body, mind, and spirit—by reconnecting with the natural rhythms of life. Jared shares his extraordinary personal journey: from working on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange to walking away from Wall Street, immersing himself in biodynamic farming, and ultimately losing everything he had built in the devastating California wildfires of 2020. What emerged from the ashes wasn’t just loss—but clarity, purpose, and a completely unexpected calling. Out of that fire was born Be Here Farm & Nature, a biodynamic skincare and wellness brand rooted in reverence for the land, seasonal rhythms, and energetic integrity. Jared recounts the surreal moment of evacuating with nothing but his family—and a single set of botanical oils that would later become the brand’s flagship product, the Summer Solstice Serum. But this conversation goes far beyond skincare. Josh and Jared dive deep into: Why nature and connection may be the most powerful medicine of our timeHow surrender—not force—often unlocks the next chapter of healing and purposeThe role of biorhythms, seasons, and coherence in physical and emotional healthWhy modern life has pulled us out of alignment—and how to gently returnRudolf Steiner’s teachings and the foundation of the Being Human programWhy clarity often comes after we stop trying to figure everything out This episode is an invitation to slow down, listen more deeply, and remember what it means to be human in a world that has forgotten its rhythm. If you’ve ever felt burned out, disconnected, or unsure why “doing all the right things” still isn’t working—this conversation may change the way you understand healing. “Everyone has fires in their life. They’re just not always literal.”“You can’t heal what you’re disconnected from.”“Sometimes the most powerful choice is surrender.”About the GuestJared Pickard is the co-founder of Be Here Farm & Nature, a biodynamic farm and experiential wellness brand based in Wimberley, Texas. He is also the co-creator of Being Human, a 12-week online self-mastery program inspired by the teachings of Rudolf Steiner, designed to help people cultivate clarity, presence, and purpose in a noisy world. Resources & Links🌿 Learn more about Be Here Farm & Nature: https://beherefarm.com 🌿 Explore the Being Human program: https://beherefarm.com/events If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe, follow, and share Beyond The Pills with someone who needs a reminder that healing isn’t about doing more—it’s about coming back...

    1h 10m
  6. #110: If You Feel the Shift… You’re Not Crazy - A Conversation on Consciousness, Economy, and Healing With Oscar Di Montigny

    JAN 5

    #110: If You Feel the Shift… You’re Not Crazy - A Conversation on Consciousness, Economy, and Healing With Oscar Di Montigny

    We’re living through a moment that many people can feel, but few can explain. The world is shifting. Technology is accelerating. Old systems are cracking. And beneath it all, there’s a quiet question rising in the collective: What does it mean to be human now? In Episode #110 of Beyond The Pills, Josh Rimany sits down with Oscar Di Montigny, founder of the Grateful Foundation, to explore the deeper layers of this global transition—through the lenses of consciousness, economy, healing, ethics, and human responsibility. Oscar brings decades of experience from the worlds of finance, insurance, and executive leadership, paired with a rare ability to bridge science and spirituality, logic and intuition, innovation and soul. Together, they unpack why so many people feel disoriented today—and why that discomfort may actually be an invitation. “Humans are not made for answers. Humans are made for questions.”This conversation moves beyond fear-based narratives about AI, disruption, and uncertainty and reframes the moment we’re in as a call for orientation over speed, meaning over information, and gratitude as a stabilizing force in an increasingly complex world. “It’s not a matter of how fast we’re moving—it’s a matter of whether we know where we’re going.” You’ll hear why: Feeling the “shift” doesn’t mean something is wrong—it means you’re paying attentionTrue prosperity is not just economic, but human, relational, and ethicalHealing begins when we stop separating mind, body, spirit, and societyThe future isn’t something to predict—it’s something to participate in consciously “People may forget what we say and what we do—but they will never forget how we made them feel.” If you’ve been sensing that something is changing—in healthcare, leadership, work, or life—this episode will help you name it, ground yourself in it, and move forward with clarity rather than fear. This isn’t just a conversation. It’s an orientation. 🎧 Listen now and follow Beyond The Pills for conversations that challenge conventional medicine, expand human potential, and explore what true healing really means. If this conversation resonated with you, don’t let it stop at listening. Take the next step. 🟢 Support your health with the Wellness Made Simple Kits These foundational kits were created to help you nourish your body with what modern food systems often lack—Magnesium Glycinate, Omega-3s, and Vitamin D—so you can build health from the inside out and reduce reliance on unnecessary medications. 👉 Explore the kits here: https://gobeyondthepills.com/ Subscribe & Follow Beyond The Pills When you subscribe, you help amplify conversations that challenge outdated models of healthcare and prioritize whole-person healing. Share this episode Send it to someone who’s been feeling the shift or questioning the status quo. Real change happens through shared...

    1 hr
  7. #109: Seed Oils, Saturated Fat, and the Biggest Nutrition Lie We’ve Been Told With Brian Sanders

    12/29/2025

    #109: Seed Oils, Saturated Fat, and the Biggest Nutrition Lie We’ve Been Told With Brian Sanders

    Big Food, Bad Science, and the Metabolic Health Crisis No One Wants to Talk About What if the biggest threats to our health aren’t a lack of discipline or motivation—but decades of flawed science, industry influence, and nutrition dogma? In this eye-opening episode of Beyond The Pills, Josh Rimany sits down with Brian Sanders, health researcher, filmmaker, and founder of Sapien.org, for a bold conversation that challenges everything we’ve been told about food, fat, and human health. Brian is best known as the creator of the documentary Food Lies, where he investigates the origins of modern nutrition guidelines and exposes how weak science, corporate interests, and misinformation helped shape what we eat—and why chronic disease, obesity, and metabolic dysfunction are now widespread. His work pulls back the curtain on how seed oils, processed foods, and misguided dietary advice became normalized despite mounting evidence of harm. Through Sapien.org, Brian explores ancestral nutrition, metabolic health, circadian biology, and lifestyle design—helping people reconnect with the evolutionary principles that allowed humans to thrive for thousands of years. In this conversation, he and Josh examine how far modern life has drifted from our biological design, and why returning to real food and foundational lifestyle practices may be the key to restoring health. Together, they explore: The real science behind seed oils, saturated fat, and cholesterolHow nutrition research can be biased, misinterpreted, or driven by industryWhy metabolic disease continues to rise despite decades of “healthy” guidelinesThe disconnect between ancestral diets and modern food systemsHow aligning with our evolutionary biology can support long-term health This episode goes beyond trends, prescriptions, and quick fixes to address the root causes of chronic illness. If you’ve ever felt confused by conflicting nutrition advice or questioned mainstream health narratives, this conversation will give you the clarity and courage to think differently. This is not medical advice. It’s an invitation to question what you’ve been taught, reclaim personal responsibility, and pursue health beyond the pills.

    1 hr
  8. #108: Why Pills and Protocols Keep Failing And What Actually Creates Real Health With Kyle Emanuel Brown

    12/22/2025

    #108: Why Pills and Protocols Keep Failing And What Actually Creates Real Health With Kyle Emanuel Brown

    Beyond The Pills with Kyle Brown: Redefining Health, Leadership, and Personal ResponsibilityWhat happens when we stop searching for quick fixes and start taking responsibility for our health, our leadership, and our lives? In this powerful episode of Beyond The Pills, we sit down with Kyle Brown for an honest, grounded conversation about what it truly means to heal, lead, and live with intention in a world obsessed with surface-level solutions. Kyle challenges the cultural fixation on pills, protocols, and external answers, and instead invites listeners into a deeper exploration of personal responsibility, self-awareness, and sustainable transformation. Throughout the episode, Kyle emphasizes that real change doesn’t come from doing more, it comes from becoming more. “You can’t outsource responsibility for your health and expect long-term results. At some point, ownership has to come back to you.”Together, we unpack how modern healthcare often treats symptoms while ignoring root causes and how that same pattern shows up in leadership, business, and life. Kyle shares why slowing down, listening to the body, and developing discernment are essential skills for anyone seeking longevity, clarity, and alignment. “Most people are trying to optimize systems they don’t actually understand—starting with their own body.”This conversation goes beyond physical health into the inner work required for lasting growth. Kyle speaks candidly about identity, discipline, and the importance of building awareness before chasing performance. “If you don’t understand yourself, no protocol in the world is going to save you.” Listeners will walk away with a renewed perspective on what it means to lead from the inside out—recognizing that healing, leadership, and purpose are deeply interconnected. Whether you’re a healthcare professional, leader, entrepreneur, or someone who knows there’s more to wellness than prescriptions and productivity hacks, this episode will challenge you to think differently and more deeply. This episode is for you if you’re ready to: Move beyond symptom-based solutionsReclaim ownership of your health and leadershipUnderstand the connection between awareness, discipline, and transformationLead with clarity instead of controlBuild a life rooted in responsibility, not dependency Because true healing and true leadership has always been beyond the pills. Connect with Kyle on Linkedin Visit Kyle's website to learn more!

    1h 12m
5
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18 Ratings

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Beyond the Pills is a top-rated functional medicine and holistic health podcast hosted by Josh Rimany, a conventionally trained pharmacist turned root-cause healing expert. With 550K+ global downloads and 2.7K five-star Spotify reviews, the show explores what true healing looks like beyond prescriptions; addressing lifestyle medicine, mind-body connection, and sustainable wellness from the inside out. Each episode blends clinical science with holistic wisdom, helping health professionals and conscious consumers move past symptom-chasing and into empowered, proactive health. If you’re seeking a deeper, more intentional approach to healing, this is where ancient wisdom meets modern science. 🌎 Join the Beyond the Pills Community https://links.gobeyondthepills.com/community-page 🎧 Subscribe, follow, and leave a review to support the movement

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