The Mikhaila Peterson Podcast

Mikhaila Peterson
The Mikhaila Peterson Podcast

Mikhaila Peterson speaks with thought leaders, influencers and industry changers - continually finding the best ways to improve the human experience. From stay at home moms to CEOs, fitness enthusiasts to spiritual guides, nutrition researchers to health professionals - Mikhaila has interview-style conversations aimed at provoking thought, addressing difficult subjects, and delving into topics that are generally shied away from.

  1. 4D AGO

    It’s Way Worse Than You Think: P*rnhub | Laila Mickelwait EP 225

    In this disturbing episode, I was joined by Laila Mickelwait (@laila). She’s the founder of the Justice Defense Fund and the global #TraffickingHub movement. Laila broke down real cases, including a missing 15-year-old girl found in 58 videos on the site, and detailed how P*rnhub’s parent company, MindGeek, failed to moderate content responsibly. Laila has spent nearly 20 years fighting trafficking, and she shared how her discovery of unmoderated, illegal content on P*rnhub led to a global campaign for accountability. We explored how early p*rn exposure affects children, the rise of sextortion, why age and consent verification must become the industry standard, and how to help protect kids in an unregulated digital world.  Laila’s book about the fight to shut down P*rnhub (100% of author proceeds are donated to the cause): https://takedownbook.com/  Sign the petition to shut down p*rnhub : Traffickinghubpetition.com —Folllow Laila— X: https://x.com/lailamickelwait IG: https://www.instagram.com/lailamickelwait/ For a high quality, ideology-free education consider enrolling in Peterson Academy: https://petersonacademy.com/ —Follow Me— All Platforms: https://linktr.ee/mikhailapeterson  Instagram: https://instagram.com/mikhailapeterson  TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@mikhailapeterson  Website: https://mikhailapeterson.com  Lion Diet: https://liondiet.com  Biotoxin: https://biotoxin.com  Facebook: https://facebook.com/mikhailapete​rsonpodcast   X: https://twitter.com/MikhailaFuller Telegram: https://t.me/mikhailapeterson​​ —Chapters—00:00 – Introduction 01:22 – Who Is Laila Mickelwait? 02:45 – The Story That Changed Laila’s Life Forever 05:30 – How Easy It Was to Upload Crime to P*rnhub 09:50– Launching the #TraffickingHub Movement 11:30 – The Global Petition and Media Firestorm 13:00 – Credit Card Companies Cut Ties with P*rnhub 14:10 – 91% of P*rnhub Content Deleted 15:30 – Why Verifying Uploaders Doesn’t Fix the Problem 17:30 – Victims and Consequences 21:15 – Inside MindGeek and How the System Enabled Abuse 24:30 – What Allowed This to Go On for So Long 27:30 – Shocking Content That Was Monetized and Ignored 29:30 – The Need for Age and Consent Verification 32:30 – How Laws Are Finally Catching Up 35:30 – The Long-Term Trauma for Victims 39:30 – Laila’s Origin Story 43:30 – Parenting, Prevention, and Shame-Free Communication 47:30 – Early Exposure to Porn: The Stats and Impact 50:30 – Age Verification Laws and Industry Pushback 53:30 – Supreme Court Battle: States vs. P*rnhub 55:30 – P*rn Addiction and Its Neurological Effects 58:30 – Why This Fight Is Far from Over #TraffickingHub

    1h 5m
  2. MAR 7

    Gut Health, SIBO, Methylene Blue, and More | Josh Axe EP 225

    In this episode, Dr. Josh Axe joined me to discuss gut health, functional medicine, and alternative healing methods, including Chinese medicine and herbal remedies. We explored why Chinese medicine uses tongue mapping, the differences between conventional and functional medicine, he broke down functional tests for gut health and we covered conditions like SIBO.Dr. Axe shared his story of overcoming a severe spinal infection that left him unable to walk and how he recovered. We also talked about the role of AI in healthcare and the best natural approaches to healing the gut.Dr. Josh Axe, DC, DNM, CNS, is a doctor of chiropractic, certified doctor of natural medicine, clinical nutritionist, leadership expert and highly successful entrepreneur, with a passion to help people eat healthy and live a healthy lifestyle. He earned his doctorate from Palmer College and his Master of Science in Organizational Leadership from Johns Hopkins University. Dr. Axe is the cofounder and CVO of Ancient Nutrition, founder of DrAxe.com, and founder of The Health Institute. His businesses have ranked on the Inc. 500 fastest growing companies. He is the bestselling author of Think This Not That, Eat Dirt, Keto Diet, and Ancient Remedies. He regularly teaches lectures and trains entrepreneurs on leadership, mindset, and self- development. Josh is married to his wife, Chelsea, and they have two daughters. They live between Nashville, TN and Dorado, PR and enjoy cooking, staying active swimming and cycling, and prioritize time for their faith and family.—Follow Josh—Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjoshaxe/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drjoshaxeX: https://x.com/drjoshaxeThe Health Institute: https://thehealthinstitute.com/For a high quality, ideology-free education consider enrolling in Peterson Academy: https://petersonacademy.com/Order After Party, my hangover supplement if you’d like to avoid the damage done by alcohol on https://bit.ly/3HajcWV and Amazon https://a.co/d/6OGdTrT. Be sure to leave a review! I read them all :)—Follow Me—All Platforms: https://linktr.ee/mikhailapeterson Instagram: https://instagram.com/mikhailapeterson TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@mikhailapeterson Website: https://mikhailapeterson.com Lion Diet: https://liondiet.com Biotoxin: https://biotoxin.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/mikhailapete​rsonpodcast X: https://twitter.com/MikhailaFullerTelegram: https://t.me/mikhailapeterson​​—Chapters—00:00 - Introduction01:02 - Dr. Josh Axe’s Background and Work02:25 - Functional Medicine vs. Conventional Medicine05:01 - Organic Acids Test and Micronutrient Panels08:27 - Folate Deficiency and Methylation Cycle12:25 - Gut Health and Microbiome13:10 - Tongue Diagnosis in Chinese Medicine17:20 - Personal Health Story: Pneumonia and Chinese Medicine19:07 - Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Principles22:15 - Natural vs. Conventional Treatments for Infections25:32 - Dr. Axe’s Back Injury and Stem Cell Therapy30:57 - Methylene Blue and Silver Treatments33:11 - Personalized Diets and Therapies36:14 - Chinese Medicine Dietary Recommendations39:48 - How Chinese Medicine Identifies Patterns43:26 - SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth) Treatment47:59 - Herbal Protocols vs. Antibiotics50:12 - AI in Health and Medicine54:53 - Unconventional Health Practices57:12 - The Healing Power of Nature and Prayer01:00:06 - Dealing with Trauma and Emotional Healing01:04:48 - Where to Find Dr. Josh Axe

    1h 7m
  3. FEB 28

    Healing Trauma Through Biohacking and Ayahuasca: Her Insane Experience | Iman Hasan EP 224

    In this episode, I spoke with Iman Hasan. We discussed microplastics, the importance of detoxifying our bodies, and how environmental toxins are affecting our health on a cellular level. Iman described her experiences with plant medicine, including ayahuasca and other psychedelics, and how these practices helped her heal deep emotional trauma and reconnect with her purpose. We also discussed nervous system regulation, the role of diet and supplements in her healing, and how biohacking has allowed her to take control of her health and life. Enjoy!With over 15 years of experience in luxury lifestyle and communications, Iman Hasan leads IHC Agency and hosts the podcast "Biohack-it." Her career spans roles at Condé Nast, Liberty of London, and Al Tayer Group, working with high-profile clients like Aquazzura and Hublot. —Follow Iman—Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iman__hasan/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Biohack-it/X: https://x.com/ImanHasan_TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@iman__hasanFor a high quality, ideology-free education consider enrolling in Peterson Academy: https://petersonacademy.com/Order After Party, my hangover supplement if you’d like to avoid the damage done by alcohol on https://bit.ly/3HajcWV and Amazon https://a.co/d/6OGdTrT. Be sure to leave a review! I read them all :)—Follow Me—All Platforms: https://linktr.ee/mikhailapeterson Instagram: https://instagram.com/mikhailapeterson TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@mikhailapeterson Website: https://mikhailapeterson.com Lion Diet: https://liondiet.com Biotoxin: https://biotoxin.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/mikhailapete​rsonpodcast X: https://twitter.com/MikhailaFullerTelegram: https://t.me/mikhailapeterson​​—Chapters—00:00 - Introduction01:05 - Microplastics and Their Impact03:00 - The Role of Biohacking in Health05:10 - Iman’s Background and Career Journey08:30 - Transitioning to the Wellness Space12:00 - The Growing Wellness Industry in Dubai and Saudi Arabia15:20 - The Importance of Personalized Health Approaches18:45 - Environmental Toxins and Lifestyle Changes22:15 - The Role of Peptides in Health Optimization26:30 - Functional Medicine and Alternative Healing30:10 - The Connection Between Health and Mindset34:00 - Estrogen Dominance and Hormonal Health37:20 - Raw Dairy and Gut Health40:45 - The Impact of Trauma on Physical Health44:00 - Nervous System Regulation Techniques47:30 - Plant Medicine and Emotional Healing51:15 - Personal Transformations Through Psychedelics55:00 - Closing Thoughts#biohacking #plantmedicine

    1h 3m
  4. FEB 7

    Isabel Brown on Pregnancy, Gen Z, Faith, and Conservatism | EP 223

    In this episode, I had Isabel Brown (@isabel) on to discuss the cultural and political shifts shaping Gen Z, family, faith, pregnancy and motherhood. We discussed the differences between millennials and Gen Z and their attitudes towards traditionalism and conservatism. Isabel shared her personal experiences with activism, motherhood, and how faith guided her journey. We dove into the challenges of modern parenting, the loneliness epidemic, and why Gen Z is rejecting the narratives of previous generations. Enjoy! —Follow Isabel— Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theisabelbrown YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ9fLu_8Ix8ccfQ_SgYMztQ X: https://x.com/theisabelb Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theisabelbrown TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theisabelbrown For a high quality, ideology-free education consider enrolling in Peterson Academy: https://petersonacademy.com/ Order After Party, my hangover supplement if you’d like to avoid the damage done by alcohol on https://bit.ly/3HajcWV and Amazon https://a.co/d/6OGdTrT. Be sure to leave a review! I read them all :) —Follow Me— All Platforms: https://linktr.ee/mikhailapeterson Instagram: https://instagram.com/mikhailapeterson TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@mikhailapeterson Website: https://mikhailapeterson.com Lion Diet: https://liondiet.com Biotoxin: https://biotoxin.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/mikhailapete​rsonpodcast X: https://twitter.com/MikhailaFuller Telegram: https://t.me/mikhailapeterson​​ —Chapters— 00:00 - Introduction 01:10 - The Surprises of Pregnancy 04:23 - Growing Up with Faith 06:06 - Isabel’s College Experience 09:28 - The Political Climate on Campus 10:19 - Turning Point USA and Campus Activism 12:26 - The Shift in Gen Z’s Values 15:06 - Faith and Gen Z 16:56 - The Failure of “Seeker-Friendly” Churches 18:15 - The UK’s Cultural Decline 20:12 - Free Speech Under Attack 22:18 - The Future of Western Civilization 25:09 - The 2024 Election and Gen Z’s Role 32:44 - The Rise of Young Conservatives 34:58 - Redefining Rebellion 37:09 - The Importance of Family and Marriage 39:48 - The Loneliness Epidemic 47:09 - Homeschooling and Education 51:01 - The Role of Parents in Shaping Values 54:19 - Social Media and Teenagers 58:13 - The Founding Fathers and Young Revolutionaries 01:02:15 - The Future of Social Media and Conservatism 01:04:11 - The Challenges of Parenting in the Digital Age 01:07:17 - The Revival of Family and Faith 01:09:00 - The Sacrifices of Motherhood 01:11:14 - Closing Thoughts #conservatism #faith #pregnancy

    1h 11m
  5. JAN 31

    Brett Cooper on Her New Show, Marriage, Kids & Farming | EP 222

    Brett Cooper joined me for this week's episode! She’s back with a new YouTube channel that amassed over 1M subscribers without any videos and she’s just launched her new show! We discussed her future goals, homeschooling, relationships, marriage, the shifting media landscape, the rise of young voices in public discourse, and the challenges of standing by your beliefs when the internet is watching. She shared about dealing with criticism, the pressure of being in the public eye, and why she thinks the next generation is redefining the conversation. Enjoy! Brett Cooper is a political commentator and the previous host of Daily Wire's The Comments Section. Raised in Tennessee and homeschooled, Brett credits her unconventional education with fostering her independence, critical thinking, and adaptability. She graduated from UCLA with a degree in English Literature and a minor in Business, before pursuing a career in acting and eventually landing as a commentator and online personality. Check out Brett's new YouTube channel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bbrettcooper/ —Follow Brett— Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imbrettcooper X: https://x.com/imbrettcooper TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brettcooper —Visit Brett's Website— Website: https://brettcooper.com/ For a high quality, ideology-free education consider enrolling in Peterson Academy: https://petersonacademy.com/ Order After Party, my hangover supplement if you’d like to avoid the damage done by alcohol on https://bit.ly/3HajcWV and Amazon https://a.co/d/6OGdTrT. Be sure to leave a review! I read them all :) —Follow Me— All Platforms: https://linktr.ee/mikhailapeterson Instagram: https://instagram.com/mikhailapeterson TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@mikhailapeterson Website: https://mikhailapeterson.com Lion Diet: https://liondiet.com Biotoxin: https://biotoxin.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/mikhailapete​rsonpodcast X: https://twitter.com/MikhailaFuller Telegram: https://t.me/mikhailapeterson​​ —Chapters— 00:00 - Introduction 01:00 - Reflecting on The Comments Section 02:01 - Brett's New YouTube Channel 03:16 - Life on a Farm: Why Brett Made the Move 9:00 - Adjusting to Farm Life 12:11 - How Marriage Changed Everything 15:45 - The Importance of Finding the Right Partner 27:03 - Brett's Plans for Kids 28:50 - Stereotypes of Homeschooled Kids 31:45 - How Homeschooling Prepares You for Success 39:00 - Brett and Daily Wire - How Her Career Began 43:10 - Why Staying Engaged in Politics Matters 49:22 - Finding Success and the Right Partner 52:01 - Relationship Advice: Work on Yourself 57:14 - Final Thoughts & Where to Find Her New Channel #dailywire #homeschooling #marriagelife

    58 min
  6. JAN 24

    AI and How to Not Get Left Behind | Tom Bilyeu EP 221

    In this episode, I sat down with entrepreneur Tom Bilyeu and discussed the potential disruptions AI could bring to society and business–which Tom likened to that of the printing press in terms of initial fear, destruction, acceptance, and ultimately rote utilization. Tom offered his view on the risks and opportunities of integrating artificial intelligence into our daily lives. From AI-powered gaming characters with memory to movies that update in real time based on what you’re paying attention to, to Musk’s humanoid robots walking among us–it’s going to be insane. Tom also emphasized the decision each of us will have to make as AI advances–to embrace “human-only” and stand out in that particular niche, or lean into our role as cyborgs. We touched on self-improvement, resilience, and building community in the digital age. Tom also dived into how he built a billion dollar company (Quest Nutrition), and shared strategies for thriving in a world of constant innovation: underscoring the importance of curiosity and adaptability as we move forward into this technological unknown. Enjoy! —Follow Tom— YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomBilyeu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu X: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu —Check Out Impact Theory— Website: https://impacttheory.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impacttheory For a high quality, ideology-free education consider enrolling in Peterson Academy: https://petersonacademy.com/ Order After Party, my hangover supplement if you’d like to avoid the damage done by alcohol on https://bit.ly/3HajcWV and Amazon https://a.co/d/6OGdTrT. Be sure to leave a review! I read them all :) —Follow Me— All Platforms: https://linktr.ee/mikhailapeterson Instagram: https://instagram.com/mikhailapeterson TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@mikhailapeterson Website: https://mikhailapeterson.com Lion Diet: https://liondiet.com Biotoxin: https://biotoxin.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/mikhailapete​rsonpodcast X: https://twitter.com/MikhailaFuller Telegram: https://t.me/mikhailapeterson​​ —Chapters— 0:00 - Intro: Our AI Future 2:20 - Project Kaizen: AI and Gaming 6:29 - AI Robot Dogs 7:45 - AI Will Be An Echo of the Printing Press 9:45 - Which Sectors Have the Most AI Risk? 13:35 - How Society Will Bifurcate From AI 14:30 - What AI Movies Will Be Like 16:23 - Societal Readiness for AI Evolution 21:17 - What Should We Do To Prepare? 27:50 - How Tom Interview's People 33:29 - YouTube and Engaging Audiences 40:10 - AI in Personalized Medicine 42:57 - Overcoming Emotional and Cognitive Hurdles 49:30 - What Personalities Will AI Have? 52:30 - Tom's AI Timeline Prediction 1:03:00 - The Future For Tom's Videogame 1:05:50 - How Tom Became an Entrepreneur 1:10:37 - How Tom Built Quest

    1h 19m
  7. JAN 17

    Grooming Gangs: How They Occurred and How to Spot Them - From a Survivor | Samantha Smith EP 220

    In this episode, I spoke with Samantha Smith about the grooming gangs in the UK (which recently became of international interest thanks to X). We covered the history of these groups, what they do, how they target, who they target, the government's criminally abysmal response to this catastrophe and more. Samantha shared her personal experience growing up in an area heavily affected by these gangs, and described how authorities repeatedly covered up attacks on vulnerable girls. She discussed how fear of being labeled racist led to a lack of accountability and inaction from those in power, preventing the issue from being properly addressed. Samantha Smith is a journalist and commentator. She has written for the Spectator, Daily Mail and the Telegraph and has been a contributor on the BBC, GBNews, TimesRadio and others. She was Parliamentary Assistant for her local Conservative MP in 2020-2021 and is now studying Law at an undergraduate level. X post of (graphic) details of the attacks: https://x.com/maxtempers/status/1873835392627302765?s=46 I’d link Ivor Caplin’s X but it was just removed last night. —Follow Samantha— X: https://x.com/SamanthaTaghoy For a high quality, ideology-free education consider enrolling in Peterson Academy: https://petersonacademy.com/ —Follow Me— All Platforms: https://linktr.ee/mikhailapeterson Instagram: https://instagram.com/mikhailapeterson TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@mikhailapeterson Website: https://mikhailapeterson.com Lion Diet: https://liondiet.com Biotoxin: https://biotoxin.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/mikhailapete​rsonpodcast X: https://twitter.com/MikhailaFuller Telegram: https://t.me/mikhailapeterson​​ —Chapters— Chapter Marks: 00:00 - Introduction to Grooming Gangs 03:00 - What's Going on in The UK 06:00 - How Grooming Gangs Operate 09:00 - The Personal Impact of Abuse 12:00 - Political Cover-ups18:00 - Authorities Downplaying Sexual Abuse 19:50 - The UK's Response to All This 22:20 - Parliament's National Inquiry Vote 26:20 - The Dark Side of the Labor Party? 29:28 - How Deep Does This Go?32:42 - Where Do We Go From Here? 39:00 - Fear of Speaking Out45:00 - Free Speech and Left Wing Ideology 49:58 - Illegal Immigration and Deportation57:38 - The Nuances of Multiculturalism 1:00:00 - Getting Migration Under Control 1:04:00 - Correcting Racial Narratives about the UK

    1h 10m
  8. JAN 3

    The Impact of Testosterone and Transitioning on Girls | Chloe Cole EP 219

    In this episode, I interviewed Chloe Cole. Chloe Cole is an incredibly brave woman who has shared her experience with transitioning and detransitioning. She highlighted health repercussions of transitioning, why she transitioned in the first place, how she got brainwashed into it, the role trauma has to play and what it has been like for her parents (and more). She spoke about the impact of testosterone, physically and psychologically and the grooming she was subject to as a “trans boy”. This episode would be particularly helpful for young people and parents caught in the trans web. Chloe Cole is an activist known for her advocacy against gender-affirming care for minors. Drawing from her personal experience with detransitioning, she has become a prominent voice in debates surrounding youth access to medical transition. —Chloe’s Links— X: https://x.com/ChoooCole Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chooocole/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChoooCole For a high quality, ideology-free education consider enrolling in Peterson Academy: https://petersonacademy.com/ —Follow Me— All Platforms: https://linktr.ee/mikhailapeterson Instagram: https://instagram.com/mikhailapeterson TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@mikhailapeterson Website: https://mikhailapeterson.com Lion Diet: https://liondiet.com Biotoxin: https://biotoxin.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/mikhailapete​rsonpodcast X: https://twitter.com/MikhailaFuller Telegram: https://t.me/mikhailapeterson​​ —Chapters— 0:00 - Intro to Chloe Cole 1:06 - Chloe’s Background and Story 7:17 - What Led to the Transition 12:36 - Social Media’s Influence 14:32 - The Brain Sex Theory 17:52 - Therapy That Failed to Help 21:25 - Parental Influence and Medical Pressure 24:30 - What Transitioning Felt Like Initially 26:36 - Creepy Dating Experiences 30:16 - Youth Mental Health Issues 41:15 - Surgery Regrets and Physical Pain 46:02 - Realizing Why Chloe Really Transitioned 50:25 - The Power of Speaking Out 55:03 - Advocacy for Teens and Families 58:40 - How to Talk to Your Kid If They’re Considering a Transition 1:02:50 - Closing Thoughts #transgender #detransition

    1h 4m
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    Mikhaila Peterson speaks with thought leaders, influencers and industry changers - continually finding the best ways to improve the human experience. From stay at home moms to CEOs, fitness enthusiasts to spiritual guides, nutrition researchers to health professionals - Mikhaila has interview-style conversations aimed at provoking thought, addressing difficult subjects, and delving into topics that are generally shied away from.

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