The Process with Dr. Masi

Dr. Masi Reynolds
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Hosted by Dr. Masi Reynolds 🤙🏽 Featuring rad humans ⚡️

  1. Oct 19

    #021 - Big Wave Legend Greg Long on Breath, Grief and Letting Go

    Big wave legend Greg Long joins Dr. MASI in Santa Cruz, fresh off BWRAG’s second summit in town. Greg is a two-time Big Wave World Tour champion and 2009 Eddie Aikau Invitational winner who now leads the Big Wave Risk Assessment Group (BWRAG), teaching ocean safety, medical response and decision making to surfers of every level. Greg’s story starts with a partially torn MCL at 19 that felt like the end of his life and turned out to be the greatest gift of his career. It sent him into the only yoga studio in San Clemente, where a teacher told him the thing he still lives by: breathing isn’t nothing, it’s everything. Decades later, the left knee that had carried years of big wave hits finally gave on his last Eddie, and Dr. MASI, who was in Greg’s corner for the surgery and recovery, walks through the doctor’s side. But this episode is not about the knee. It is about what Greg did with it. Where the mind goes, the body follows. How grief, if you let yourself feel it, turns into growth. The breath work that keeps him the observer instead of the reactor. And why Dr. MASI believes the biggest variable in any recovery is not the surgery, but whether mind, body and spirit step into alignment. ⸻ Expect to learn: What BWRAG teaches, why the Santa Cruz summit worked, and why it is no longer just for big wave surfersThe doctor’s side of Greg’s knee: how the MCL and ACL work together, and why a knee can compensate for years before it givesWhy the most significant injury of Greg’s career was the easiest one mentally - where the mind goes, the body followsHow grieving an injury, instead of pushing past it, is what lets you grow through itWhy letting go of control, and trusting your team, matters as much before surgery as after it⸻ Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:31 - BWRAG’s second Santa Cruz summit 00:11:50 - The first injury: a partially torn MCL at 19 00:16:07 - “Breathing isn’t nothing. It’s everything.” 00:21:01 - The left knee that took the brunt of everything 00:25:57 - The doctor’s side: how the MCL and ACL work together 00:37:08 - Where the mind goes, the body follows 00:40:28 - Grief, grace and the valley 00:51:39 - Slow it down, be the observer 00:55:57 - Relinquishing control and stepping into alignment 01:01:55 - What’s next, and why there’s no bucket list ⸻ How to Find Greg Long Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gerglong/ BWRAG: https://bwrag.com/ BWRAG Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/b.w.r.a.g/ ⸻ Follow Dr. MASI Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctor.masi/ MASI Clinic: https://masiclinic.com/ ⸻ Follow The Process Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_theprocesspodcast/ ⸻ Disclaimer The Process with Dr. MASI is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Nothing in this episode is a substitute for professional medical evaluation, diagnosis or treatment, and listening to this podcast does not create a doctor-patient relationship. The views expressed are those of the hosts and guests and are their own. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider with any questions about an injury, a medical condition or your treatment options.

    #021 - Big Wave Legend Greg Long on Breath, Grief and Letting Go

  2. Jun 19

    #020 - Garrett and Jessica Gee - The Day Before ACL Surgery

    Garrett and Jessica Gee have built a life around adventure. Through The Bucket List Family, they’ve spent the last decade traveling the world with their children, embracing uncertainty, chasing experiences, and saying yes to opportunities that most people only dream about. Movement, travel, surfing, and exploration are not just things they do. They are a fundamental part of who they are. In this episode, Garrett and Jessica join Dr. MASI in Santa Cruz just one day before Garrett’s ACL reconstruction surgery. What follows is a conversation about far more than injury. Together, they explore what happens when an unexpected setback challenges your identity, your routines, and your plans for the future. Garrett shares the emotional reality of facing his first major injury, while Jessica reflects on her own experience recovering from multiple ACL tears and the lessons she learned about resilience, perspective, and asking for help. They discuss the role of community during recovery, how active people navigate uncertainty, and why some of life’s most meaningful lessons often emerge during seasons we never would have chosen for ourselves. Whether you’re facing an injury, navigating a difficult chapter, or learning how to embrace a future that looks different than expected, this conversation offers a powerful reminder that growth often happens when life forces us to slow down. In this episode, you’ll learn: • How Garrett tore his ACL and the decisions that followed • Why injury can challenge our sense of identity • How Jessica’s ACL recoveries shaped her perspective on resilience • The emotional side of recovery and asking for help • How community influences healing and decision making • Why active people often struggle to slow down • The connection between movement, purpose, and well being • How surfing became such an important part of Garrett’s life • Why gratitude often emerges through adversity • How to trust the process when the future feels uncertain Connect with Garrett & Jessica Instagram: @thebucketlistfamily YouTube: The Bucket List Family Follow Dr. MASI Instagram: @doctor.masi Follow The Process Instagram: @_theprocesspodcast Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical condition, injury, or treatment.

    #020 - Garrett and Jessica Gee - The Day Before ACL Surgery

  3. May 25

    #019 - Kim Pittis LCSP, MT - Frequency Specific Microcurrent Explained

    Kim Pittis has spent more than two decades helping athletes and patients understand pain, recover from injury, and return to the things they love. As the Director and Lead Instructor of FSM Sports, Kim teaches Frequency Specific Microcurrent to practitioners around the world, blending manual therapy, biomechanics, osteopathic principles, and a deep understanding of how the body responds to injury. In this episode, Kim joins Dr. MASI for an accessible conversation on what Frequency Specific Microcurrent is, why it has become such an important tool in her practice, and how it may support healing, recovery, and better patient outcomes. They discuss the difference between microcurrent and TENS, the role of ATP and inflammation, why pain is often more complex than we think, and how the story a patient carries about their injury can shape the way they heal. Kim also shares her approach to working with athletes — not by telling them to stop doing what they love, but by helping them understand their body, build the right team, and find a path forward. This episode is for anyone curious about Frequency Specific Microcurrent, pain, healing, athlete identity, and the kind of care that helps people return to the lives they love. Expect to learn: • What Frequency Specific Microcurrent is• How Kim discovered FSM through sports therapy• Why microcurrent is different from TENS• How FSM may support ATP, inflammation, tissue pliability, and recovery• Why pain is not always a straightforward signal• How imaging can change the way patients relate to their injuries• Why athletes need practitioners who understand identity, fear, and purpose• How collaboration can improve outcomes in injury recovery• Why building the right team matters as much as finding the right treatment Chapters: 00:00 — Intro01:56 — Kim’s Path to Frequency Specific Microcurrent06:46 — Working With Athletes and Building Trust17:05 — What Is Frequency Specific Microcurrent?23:31 — Resonance, Tissue Change, and the Science of Healing33:12 — Pain, Fear, and the Story We Build Around Injury40:28 — Acute Injury vs. Chronic Pain50:28 — FSM and Surgical Recovery01:05:45 — Building the Right Recovery Team01:51:06 — Closing Thoughts How to find Kim Pittis: Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/fsmsports365/ FSM Sports:https://fsmsports365.com/ Frequency Specific Microcurrent:https://frequencyspecific.com/faculty/kim-pittis-lcsp-mt/ Follow Dr. MASI: Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/doctor.masi/ MASI Clinic:https://masiclinic.com/ Follow The Process: Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/_theprocesspodcast/ Disclaimer: This episode is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always seek the guidance of a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical condition, injury, or treatment. The Process with Dr. MASI is not a substitute for professional medical evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment. Listening to this content does not create a doctor–patient relationship. The views expressed are the opinions of the hosts and guests and may not reflect the views of any affiliated institutions.

    #019 - Kim Pittis LCSP, MT - Frequency Specific Microcurrent Explained

  4. May 15

    #018 - Kade Ruotolo - Who Am I Without My Sport?

    Kade Ruotolo is one of the most dominant grapplers of his generation — a multiple-time world champion, elite martial artist, and rising MMA fighter known for his pace, creativity, and relentless belief in himself. But in this episode, Kade joins us during a much quieter chapter: recovering from the most challenging injury of his life. Coming off a full ACL tear and PRP treatment, Kade opens up about the mental side of being sidelined — not just from competition, but from movement, training, and the identity he’s carried since childhood. We talk about navigating recovery when everyone has an opinion, learning to trust your body’s intuition, and what happens when your sense of self is temporarily stripped away. This conversation goes beyond rehab protocols. We explore humility, discipline, martial arts, respect, and the belief system required to become one of the best in the world. Kade also reflects on the small moments that shaped him — including a brief interaction with Nate Diaz as a kid — and how gestures from role models can leave a lifelong impact. This episode is about recovery, identity, belief, and the discipline required to rebuild from the inside out. Follow Kade: https://www.instagram.com/kadekruotolo/ Chapters: 00:00 — Introduction 02:37 — ACL Injury & PRP Treatment 06:42 — Balancing Outside Voices vs Intuition 11:15 — Discipline, Respect, and Martial Arts 14:49 — The Power of Small Moments 19:07 — Identity Foreclosure After Injury 24:22 — Humility as a Competitive Edge 31:37 — Belief, Delusion, and Being the Best 39:12 — Recovery, Trust, and Long-Term Vision 46:57 — Legacy Beyond Competition 52:37 — Closing Reflections Medical Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. The Process with Dr. Masi is not a substitute for professional medical evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment. Listening does not create a doctor–patient relationship. Always seek the guidance of a licensed healthcare provider regarding any medical concerns.

    #018 - Kade Ruotolo - Who Am I Without My Sport?

  5. May 4

    #017 - Bianca Valenti - How to Surf For Life

    Bianca Valenti is one of the most respected big wave surfers in the world — and a pioneer who helped change the sport forever. She was a leading voice in the fight for equal pay in professional surfing, helped open doors for women in big wave competition, and continues to push the boundaries of what longevity in surfing can look like. But this conversation goes far beyond surfing. In this episode, Bianca sits down with Dr. MASI to talk about injury, resilience, burnout, spirituality, and the mindset required to build a sustainable career in sport. She shares lessons from her own recovery journey, the habits that allow her to continue performing into her 40s, and the experience of helping the oldest first-time surfer ride Mavericks. They also dive into the mental and spiritual side of performance — including how surrender, awareness, and discipline shape both recovery and long-term success. Dr. MASI also walks through his personal routine for preparing for surgery — from visualization to recovery habits — and how those same principles apply to athletes, professionals, and anyone who wants to perform at their best for the long haul. This episode is about how to build a life and career that lasts — physically, mentally, and spiritually. In this episode, you’ll learn: • How to recover and keep performing after injury• The habits that support longevity in surfing• Why burnout happens, even after success• The mindset required to stay in the water long-term• How spirituality and awareness support performance• Why young athletes are getting injured more often Follow Bianca Valenti: Instagram: [Instagram link]Surf Longevity: [Website link] Follow Dr. MASI: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctor.masi/ Follow The Process Podcast: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_theprocesspodcast/ Chapters: 00:00 Intro02:04 The Injury09:34 Learning From Injury18:02 The Spiritual Side25:01 Surf Longevity29:32 Preparing for Surgery35:45 Burnout45:09 Fighting for Equal Pay48:49 Longevity Habits54:22 Why Kids Should Play Multiple Sports01:05:10 Closing Disclaimer: This episode is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always seek the guidance of a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical condition, injury, or treatment. The Process with Dr. MASI is not a substitute for professional medical evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment. Listening to this content does not create a doctor–patient relationship. The views expressed are the opinions of the hosts and guests and may not reflect the views of any affiliated institutions. Guest & Sponsor Disclosures: Guests may have financial interests or affiliations with companies, products, or services mentioned in this episode. Any paid partnerships or affiliate relationships will be clearly disclosed. Production Note: The Process with Dr. MASI is independently produced. Sponsored segments or affiliate links may appear in episodes to support production.

    #017 - Bianca Valenti - How to Surf For Life

  6. Mar 23

    #016 - Dr. Dino Del Mastro - The Gift of Injury

    Dr. Dino Del Mastro has lived both sides of the athlete’s journey — first as a martial artist competing in judo and wrestling, and now as a clinician helping athletes recover and return to the sports they love. Dr. Dino is a Doctor of Chiropractic, Athlete Rehab & Performance Specialist, and Primary Spine Practitioner who has been serving athletes and active individuals since 2011. Based in Los Gatos, California, he works with everyone from elite competitors to weekend warriors who want to move and perform at their highest level. A lifelong martial artist, Dino is also a Judo Black Belt, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Brown Belt, and former Pennsylvania wrestler, bringing firsthand experience of high-level training and injury to the athletes he works with. In this episode, Dr.Masi sits down with Dr. Dino to explore how martial arts shaped his life and ultimately led him into sports medicine. Dino shares stories from his early training, his time studying judo in Japan, and the injuries — including multiple ACL tears — that pushed him to pursue a career helping athletes recover and perform. The conversation also dives into Dino’s new venture, Matlete, a mobile and virtual practice designed to make high-level care more accessible to athletes — especially those in combat sports. This episode explores injury, discipline, and the deeper purpose behind helping others heal. --- How to find Dr. Dino https://www.instagram.com/drdinodelmastro/Dr. Dino's Practicehttps://www.losgatossportschiro.com/chiropractic/ --- Follow for moreDr. MASI https://www.instagram.com/doctor.masi/ The Process Podcast https://www.instagram.com/_theprocesspodcast/ --- Watch & Listen on YouTube: https://youtu.be/C-jXbIxt6OU --- Chapters 00:00 — Intro + Theme 02:22 — Dr. Dino’s Martial Arts Background 07:05 — Almost Quitting Martial Arts 11:48 — Opportunities Through Judo & Traveling to Japan 18:21 — The ACL Injury That Changed His Path 24:07 — Tearing the ACL Again | “Like Paper Ripping” 29:54 — From Athlete to Clinician 35:18 — Treating Elite Athletes & Finding Purpose 41:42 — A Hard Question | Would the Work Still Matter Without the Prestige? 47:56 — Matthlete | A Mobile & Virtual Practice Model 53:41 — Advancing Chiropractic Medicine | University of Pittsburgh 59:22 — The Enhanced Games Discussion 01:05:10 — Closing Reflections --- Disclaimer This video is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always seek the guidance of a licensed healthcare provider regarding any medical concerns. Medical Disclaimer The Process with Dr. MASI is not a substitute for professional medical evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment. Listening does not create a doctor–patient relationship. The views expressed are personal opinions of the hosts and guests. Always consult a qualified provider regarding your health. Guest & Sponsor Disclosures Guests may have financial interests or affiliations with companies mentioned. Any paid partnerships or affiliate relationships will be clearly disclosed. Production Note The Process with Dr. MASI is independently produced. Sponsored segments or affiliate links may appear to support production.

    #016 - Dr. Dino Del Mastro - The Gift of Injury

  7. Jan 19

    #015 - Shaun Lopez and Dr. April Mancuso Reynolds - Reclaiming Agency In Health

    Shaun Lopez is a Maui-based renewable energy engineer, big-wave surfer, and the host of The Buoy Report, where he explores how energy moves through systems — from solar grids and island communities to the ocean and the human body. In this episode of The Process, Dr. Masi Reynolds sits down with Shaun and his wife, Dr. April Mancuso Reynolds, for a rare three-person conversation about injury, infertility, parenthood, and healing. What began as a knee injury at Jaws during a powerful Eddie swell became an unexpected turning point — one that reshaped how they think about medicine, effort, and trust. Shaun and April share their fertility journey with honesty, including the frustration of being told “nothing can change,” the importance of asking better questions, and how diet, regenerative medicine, and mindset helped restore balance. At the center of it all is energy — how it’s stored, depleted, renewed, and influenced by intention. In the second half of the episode, Shaun steps into his Buoy Report role and asks a defining question: What does energy mean to you? From there, the conversation expands into discipline, fatherhood, calculated risk, and learning when to push — and when to let go. This episode is about agency, resilience, and trusting the process in health, performance, and life. 00:17 — Introduction01:12 — Three Voices, One Conversation03:48 — Questioning Certainty07:26 — Trust, Data, & Advocacy08:20 — The Jaws Injury11:24 — Injury as a Turning Point14:10 — Infertility & “Nothing Can Change”19:34 — Food Is Information20:34 — The Egg Quality Reset24:22 — Surrender & Spiritual Healing29:00 — Fatherhood Changes Risk39:32 — Calculated vs Reckless49:44 — What Is Energy?01:04:48 — Discipline as a System01:18:14 — Letting Go as Power01:32:29 — Closing Reflections Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/shaun.lopezzz/ Check out The Buoy Report:https://thebuoyreport.com Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/doctor.aprilm/ This video is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always seek the guidance of a licensed healthcare provider regarding any medical concerns. The Process with Dr. Masi is not a substitute for professional medical evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment. Listening does not create a doctor–patient relationship. The views expressed are personal opinions of the hosts and guests. Always consult a qualified provider with any questions regarding your health. Guests may have financial interests or affiliations with companies mentioned in the episode. Any paid partnerships or affiliate relationships will be clearly disclosed. The Process with Dr. Masi is independently produced and reflects the personal views of its creators. Sponsored segments or affiliate links may appear in episodes to support production. ChaptersFollow Shaun LopezFollow April Mancuso ReynoldsMedical DisclaimerGuest & Sponsor DisclosuresProduction Note

    #015 - Shaun Lopez and Dr. April Mancuso Reynolds - Reclaiming Agency In Health

  8. 12/16/2025

    #014 - Makua Rothman - Becoming a Villain for Good

    Makua Rothman ( @makua ) is a Big Wave World Champion, respected waterman, and musician from the North Shore of Oʻahu — a product of Hawaiian lineage, heavy surf, and the cultural roots that shaped him. But in this episode, Makua joins me to share a story far deeper than titles or waves. Though many know Makua for his accomplishments, few have heard the full truth behind his transformation. Injury, addiction, and personal unraveling forced him to confront who he was becoming — as an athlete, a father, and a man. What emerged was a renewed commitment to discipline, honesty, and living with intention.In this conversation, Makua and I explore identity, recovery, and the belief systems we inherit from our families, our culture, and sometimes our trauma. We talk about choosing your “hard,” how small wins create momentum, and why the best wave Makua ever experienced wasn’t one he rode, but one he watched someone ride for the first time. Makua also shares the deeper meaning behind Villains for Good — his movement devoted to truth, integrity, and living with aloha, even when misunderstood.We get into the connection between mindset, nutrition, and mental health, the spiritual side of healing, and the discipline required to rebuild a life from the inside out. This episode is ultimately about accountability, forgiveness, and the courage to become the person you were meant to be. --- Follow Makua: https://www.instagram.com/makuarothman/ Listen to Makua’s Music: https://www.youtube.com/@makuakairothman https://open.spotify.com/artist/3jLRWHcXHgVSx7Kith9jc0 --- Chapters 00:00 — Introduction 01:56 — Opening Theme & Disclaimer 02:20 — Makua’s Story Begins 07:32 — Choosing Your Hard 12:45 — Blessing or Burden? 14:18 — The Best Wave I Never Rode 15:09 — Legacy & Lineage 17:23 — Accountability & Truth 22:34 — Surgery Is Always an Option 20:11 — Belief Systems & Ancestry 24:59 — Discipline as Medicine 30:05 — Villains for Good 31:22 — Jesus Was a Villain for Good 33:40 — “I’m a Villain for Good” 43:56 — Parenting With Emotional Intelligence 46:04 — Youth Sports & Pressure 52:36 — The 1% Mindset 55:07 — Protecting Your Mind 56:06 — Forgiveness & Tough Love 1:06:14 — A Knee Is a Knee 1:08:16 — Closing Reflections --- This video is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always seek the guidance of a licensed healthcare provider regarding any medical concerns. Medical Disclaimer: The Process with Dr. Masi is not a substitute for professional medical evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment. Listening does not create a doctor–patient relationship. The views expressed are personal opinions of the hosts and guests. Always consult a qualified provider with any questions regarding your health. Guest & Sponsor Disclosures: Guests may have financial interests or affiliations with companies mentioned in the episode. Any paid partnerships or affiliate relationships will be clearly disclosed. Production Note: The Process with Dr. Masi is independently produced and reflects the personal views of its creators. Sponsored segments or affiliate links may appear in episodes to support production.

    #014 - Makua Rothman - Becoming a Villain for Good
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Hosted by Dr. Masi Reynolds 🤙🏽 Featuring rad humans ⚡️

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  • Creator
    Dr. Masi Reynolds
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    21
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