48 episodes

The Health Mastery Café is your one-stop brew shop to learn how to master your health from the inside out. No heavy medical jargon here — we’re serving up clear, approachable conversations designed to provide you with a blend of fresh perspectives and unique voices on the health topics you care about most. Join Dr. Dave, your barista of health, and his guests for insights, tips, and whole lot of inspiration.

The Health Mastery Café with Dr. Dave Dr. Dave Montgomery

    • Health & Fitness
    • 5.0 • 5 Ratings

The Health Mastery Café is your one-stop brew shop to learn how to master your health from the inside out. No heavy medical jargon here — we’re serving up clear, approachable conversations designed to provide you with a blend of fresh perspectives and unique voices on the health topics you care about most. Join Dr. Dave, your barista of health, and his guests for insights, tips, and whole lot of inspiration.

    Café Episode 48 – Lost & Found: Music Industry Veteran Shares Her Knowledge & Rediscovers Her Rhythm

    Café Episode 48 – Lost & Found: Music Industry Veteran Shares Her Knowledge & Rediscovers Her Rhythm

    ☕️Welcome to another exciting episode of The Health Mastery Café! 🎙️ Today, we're diving deep into the untold secrets of the music industry with the incredible Michelle Sanchez. Get ready for an eye-opening conversation on this and many other topics!. 🌟
    Michelle is a veteran in the music world, having worked behind the scenes with iconic artists like Jamie Foxx, BabyFace, and Aretha Franklin. Now serving as the COO of Anthony Hamilton's record label, My Music Box, she brings an inside perspective  from 20 years of working tirelessly in the industry.  She is also the founder of 50ish Media, celebrating women over 50..  She predicts that the industry will have to go through a reckoning.  🎶
    In this episode, Michelle also shares her personal evolution toward self-love, and discusses her practice facilitating the use of Bufo (5-MeO-DMT / Toad), a potent psychedelic espoused by people like Mike Tyson.   She also discusses the profound impact after turning 50. 💖✨
    Highlights of this episode include:Music Industry: What the public doesn't sees!Journey to Self-Love: Michelle’s inspiring personal story.Bufo Practice: Discover the spiritual side of this industry veteran.Turning 50: Insights to graceful and powerful evolution of self.Don’t miss out on these invaluable insights and compelling stories! 
    👉 CALL TO ACTION 👈After watching, comment below on what surprised you the most about the music industry, Bufo or the journey to rediscovery. Dr. Dave loves hearing your thoughts and experiences!
    If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE for more enlightening content from The Health Mastery Café. 🚀
    #MusicIndustry #HealthMasteryCafe #MichelleSanchez #SelfLoveJourney #BufoPractice #Turning50 #BehindTheScenes #MusicVeteran #PodcastEpisode
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    There's nothing more important than your health!  Stay inspired! ☕️🌟

    • 42 min
    Café Episode 47: Totally Irrational & Completely Human!

    Café Episode 47: Totally Irrational & Completely Human!

    Welcome to another insightful episode of The Health Mastery Café! This week, we're thrilled to host Dr. Dan Ariely, a renowned professor of psychology and behavioral economics at Duke University and the author of the groundbreaking new book, Misbelief: What Makes Rational People Believe Irrational Things.
    In This Episode:Join Dr. Dave and Dr. Dan as they dig deep into the fascinating world of rational decision-making and the often perplexing tendency for rational individuals to make irrational choices. Highlights include:
      - The Need for Story and a Villain: Dr. Dan explores the psychological components that drive our need for a narrative and an antagonist, especially under severe stress.  - Offense Wins the Game of Information: Hear Dr. Dave's perspective on the frailties of the healthcare community’s response to COVID-19.
    This episode promises to shed light on why we sometimes stray from rational thinking and how we can strive for more logical decision-making in our lives.
    🔔 Don't forget to hit the subscribe button and ring the bell to stay updated on our latest episodes! 
    Join the Conversation:We want to hear from you! Comment your thoughts on rational decision-making and share your experiences with irrational beliefs. Let's spark a meaningful conversation.
    Keywords:#RationalThinking #RationalDecisionMaking #BehavioralEconomics #Misbelief #DanAriely #HealthMasteryCafe #Psychology #COVIDResponse #PillParadox
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    • 53 min
    Café Episode 46: Nobody Ever Signs Up for This

    Café Episode 46: Nobody Ever Signs Up for This

    ☕️ In this compelling episode of The Health Mastery Café, we are honored to have TV personality, the Honorable Judge Glenda Hatchett, share her heart-wrenching personal story and offer a powerful critique of our healthcare system's shortcomings. Joined by  Dr. Tosha Rogers, a top board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist, and Founder of Atlanta Premier OBGYN, we dive deep into the critical issue of maternal mortality.
    Episode Highlights:
    - Judge Glenda Hatchett's Personal Tragedy: Judge Hatchett opens up about the devastating loss of her daughter-in-law, a heartbreaking narrative that underscores the dire need for systemic change in maternal healthcare.- Healthcare System Gaps: A detailed examination of the major failings within our healthcare system that contribute to the alarming rates of maternal mortality.- A Call to Advocacy: Dr. Tosha Rogers provides a hopeful yet urgent call to action, emphasizing the importance of taking advocacy into our own hands to drive meaningful change.
    ☕️ Why This Episode Matters:
    This episode is not just another discussion—it's a call to action. The emotional journey we share aims to highlight the human cost of maternal mortality, revealing the worst aspects of medical practice and humanity. As we unravel these stories through engaging storytelling and firsthand experiences, we aim to shed light on the profound impact this issue has on families, communities, and society at large.
    🗣️ Call to Action:
    After watching this episode, we urge you to share it with your friends and family. Raising awareness is the first step toward enacting change, and together, we can amplify the voices that so desperately need to be heard.
    Keywords:
    Maternal Mortality, Women's Health---Join us in this emotional and eye-opening journey, and let's work together to advocate for better maternal health care. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more insightful episodes from The Health Mastery Café. Thank you for being part of this important conversation.
    Subscribe | Like | Share | CommentYour health is your wealth. Join use every other week for a new episode on The Health Mastery Café.  Get your dose of enlightenment and practical health tips. Stay healthy, stay informed!
    #HealthMasteryCafe #MaternalMortality #JugdeHatchett #DrToshaRogers #DrDave 
    ➡️ Want to learn more about our guests?  / thejudgehatchett    / drtosharogers  
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    • 48 min
    Café Episode 45: Find Your Fit!

    Café Episode 45: Find Your Fit!

    In this episode, Dr. Dave was joined by Coach Kara Lane, a celebrated health & fitness coach and former first place overall in the Arnold Amateur Classic Figure Competition.  Coach Kara shares her wealth of knowledge on how to approach fitness holistically and offers tips that can transform your workout routine.
     Episode Highlights:
    ☕️Train Your Body, Not Just Parts: Learn why focusing on overall body training can be more effective than targeting specific body parts.☕️ Adaptable Workouts: Discover strategies for staying active even if parts of your body are temporarily or permanently impaired.☕️  Diet’s Role in Fitness: Understand why your diet is crucial to achieving your ideal body and how to make smart nutritional choices.☕️ Personalized Body Goals: It’s okay to have a body goal – make it personal and meaningful to you.☕️ Say No to Fad Diets: Why quick-fix diets often fail and how to adopt sustainable eating habits.☕️ Form Over Reps: The importance of proper form in workouts to prevent injury and maximize effectiveness.☕️  Consistency Is Key: Small efforts add up over time; something is always better than nothing!
    Join us for an insightful conversation that will challenge the way you think about your fitness journey and provide you with actionable tips to achieve your health goals.
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    🤙🏽 Share your thoughts in the comments below. Whether it's a personal experience or a takeaway you found particularly useful, we'd love to hear from you!✅ Don’t forget to subscribe to The Health Mastery Café.  For more episodes like this, make sure to subscribe to our channel and hit the bell icon to stay updated on all things health mastery. 
    🚣🏾‍♀️  [Link to Proper Row YT]   
     • Correct Rowing Technique  
    🏋🏽 Great Video Resources (form matters the most):NASM: https://www.nasm.org/exercise-libraryACSM:   
     / acsm1954  
    #HealthMasteryCafe #FindYourFit #FitnessCoach #workouttherightway #workout form #DrDave #CoachKara #KaraLane
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    • 37 min
    Café Episode 44: Get Real with Your Hunger: Unpacking Your Relationship with Food

    Café Episode 44: Get Real with Your Hunger: Unpacking Your Relationship with Food

    ☕️☕️I am stirring the pot on nutrition and dieting perspectives with our special guests, the acclaimed health and wellness expert, Tasha Temple, RD and best-selling author and registered dietician, Kim Shapira. 13:44
    ☕️ In this episode, we unpack the often overlooked concept that food is fuel, meant to be utilized in response to genuine hunger rather than external triggers like stress or the time of day. We explore the empowering notion that your body isn't an unforgiving dictator but rather a reflection of what we do most of the time. Through enlightening conversation, Kim Shapira, the mind behind the Kim Shapira Method, shares three of the six simple yet life-changing rules from her latest book, This Is What You're Really Hungry For, offering a fresh perspective on satisfying our true hunger.  
    ☕️We're also tackling the controversial topics head-on, dispelling common myths about detoxing and fad diets, and revealing the truth behind effective, sustainable health practices. 
    Ready to transform your relationship with food and nutrition? Join us as we provide practical, actionable tools that you can start using right now to make a meaningful change in your life. 
    After watching, we encourage you to try incorporating just one of the tips shared into your routine—because sometimes, a small shift can lead to significant changes. 
    ✅ Subscribe to our channel and hit the bell to never miss an episode of The Health Mastery Café.
    ➡️ Get in Touch:Tasha Temple:  
     / mindandtemple  Kim Shapira: https://www.kimshapiramethod.comDr. Dave:  
     / thegooddrdave  
    #HealthMasteryCafé #RelationWithFood #HealthPodcast #diet #healthydiet 
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    • 31 min
    Café Episode 43 - What Happened to Them? Holland Reid & Dr. Erin Bowman

    Café Episode 43 - What Happened to Them? Holland Reid & Dr. Erin Bowman

    ☕️ This episode of The Health Mastery Café podcast brings light to the health journeys of some of the most talked-about celebrities. In this episode, Dr. Dave teams up with the charismatic TV personality Holland Reid to dive deep into the health stories of Bronny James, Wendy Williams, Jamie Foxx, and Olivia Munn.
    Audio Timestamps:
    00:00 intro 01:50 Bronny James
    07:20 Dr. Dave's Takeaways from Bronny James
    08:30 Wendy Williams
    10:36 Dr. Dave's Takeaways from Wendy Williams
    11:42 Jamie Foxx
    14:57 Dr. Dave's Takeaways from Jamie Foxx
    19:15 Olivia Munn - Intro Dr. Erin Bowman
     
    We go beyond the glitz and glamour of the celebrity world to uncover the health battles that some of our favorite stars have faced. From Jamie Foxx's near-fatal encounter with a medical complication to Wendy Williams' highly publicized struggle with FTD and Graves' disease, these stories remind us that no one is immune to health challenges.
    "What happened to them?" Find out as we explore the health sagas of Jamie Foxx and Wendy Williams, uncovering truths and debunking myths about the health challenges they faced. Dr. Dave provides practical takeaways that anyone can use to better their health and be prepared for emergencies.
    A highlight of the episode comes from Dr. Erin Bowman, a renowned breast surgical oncologist and managing partner of Atlanta Breast Care (https://atlantabreastcare.com), who shares critical advice on breast health. "Be breast aware! Know how your breasts feel," she urges, emphasizing the importance of early detection and the science behind faulty mammograms. This advice not only sheds light on a crucial health issue but also empowers listeners with knowledge to make informed decisions about their health.
    Dr. Dave also stresses the lifesaving potential of hands-only CPR and the critical need for an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) on every field of play. This vital information could one day save a life, making it a must-watch segment of our podcast.
    Don't forget to share your thoughts in the comments below. Whether it's a personal experience or a takeaway you found particularly useful, we'd love to hear from you!
    For more episodes like this, make sure to subscribe to our channel and hit the bell icon to stay updated on all things health mastery. 
    [Link to Hands Only CPR information] https://youtu.be/M4ACYp75mjU?si=NBnv_ksYEZclU4Fm
    Subscribe | Like | Share | CommentYour health is your wealth. Join use every other week for a new episode on The Health Mastery Café.  Get your dose of enlightenment and practical health tips. Stay healthy, stay informed!
    #HealthMasteryCafe #CelebrityHealthStories #BeBreastAware #CPRAwareness #HollandReid #DrDave #DrErinBowman
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    • 33 min

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