Twisted Remedies

Justin Couture
  • 5.0 (6)
  • MENTAL HEALTH
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Twisted Remedies

A show about how Jiu Jitsu, music, and other non-traditional remedies can help treat trauma, with an emphasis on the benefits for first responders, veterans, and front line workers. 

  1. FEB 16

    E18 - Physical Therapist Louise Lynch - "You have to move or rot."

    Thanks for listening! Suggest a guest or topic or ask a question. In this episode of the Twisted Remedies podcast, Justin interviews Louise Lynch, a seasoned physical therapist and entrepreneur. Louise shares her journey into physical therapy, the challenges she faced in her education, and how her passion for helping others led her to create a proactive health business. The conversation delves into the importance of movement, the mindset required for healing, and the common injuries faced b...

    1h 9m

  2. JAN 19

    E17 - Dr. Nicole Sawyer - "There's importance in being able to generate rage."

    Thanks for listening! Suggest a guest or topic or ask a question. In this episode of the Twisted Remedies podcast, Dr. Nicole Sawyer, a licensed clinical psychologist, discusses her extensive experience working with first responders and veterans. She shares insights into the challenges faced by these populations, particularly regarding trauma, mental health, and the importance of building trust in therapeutic relationships. Dr. Sawyer emphasizes the need for clinicians to engage with the co...

    1h 3m

  3. JAN 5

    E16 Professor Kyle Mills - 607 Grappling - "I was a 10 year white belt."

    Thanks for listening! Suggest a guest or topic or ask a question. In this episode of the Twisted Remedies podcast, Justin Couture interviews Professor Kyle Mills, a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and owner/head instructor at 607 Grappling. They discuss Kyle's journey into martial arts, the community aspect of Jiu-Jitsu, the therapeutic benefits for veterans, and the analytical mindset that enhances training. Kyle shares insights on humility, confidence, and the importance of a supportive...

    1h 7m

  4. 12/01/2024

    Twisted Remedies - Episode 15 - Anna Pirkl - Therapist, author and Jiu Jitsu Blue Belt

    Thanks for listening! Suggest a guest or topic or ask a question. Summary In this episode of the Twisted Remedies podcast, Justin interviews Anna Pirkl, a trauma specialist and co-author of 'Transforming Trauma with Jiu-Jitsu.' They discuss the intersection of trauma and Jiu Jitsu, exploring how physical training can aid in trauma recovery. Anna explains the physiological effects of unprocessed trauma, the importance of EMDR in healing, and the journey of writing their book. The conversati...

    1h 21m

  5. 11/17/2024

    Twisted Remedies - Episode 14 - Professor Joey Carta

    Thanks for listening! Suggest a guest or topic or ask a question. Summary In this episode of the Twisted Remedies podcast, host Justin interviews Professor Joey Carta, a black belt in Jiu-Jitsu and corrections officer, who shares his incredible journey from martial arts to a life-altering heart attack. Joey discusses his transition from MMA to Jiu-Jitsu, the shocking experience of his heart attack, and the profound impact it has had on his life and perspective. He reflects on the importanc...

    1h 30m

  6. 11/03/2024

    Twisted Remedies - Episode 13 - Professor Mike DesRosiers

    Thanks for listening! Suggest a guest or topic or ask a question. From Bullying to Black Belt The Resilience of the Honey Badger In this episode of the Twisted Remedies podcast, Mike "Don't call me professor" DesRosiers shares his extensive journey through martial arts, detailing how his early experiences with bullying led him to pursue various forms of combat training. He discusses the significance of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in his life, the challenges of teaching, and the mental resilience r...

    1h 4m

  7. 10/20/2024

    Twisted Remedies - Episode 12 - Professor Garrett Hartley

    Thanks for listening! Suggest a guest or topic or ask a question. Garrett Hartley, a Jiu-Jitsu black belt and owner of Revolution Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Fairbanks, Alaska, shares his journey in martial arts and the impact it has had on his life. He discusses how martial arts provided him with a sense of control and autonomy, as well as a supportive community. Garrett also talks about the challenges of running a martial arts business in a remote location like Alaska and his involvement with ...

    1h 18m

  8. 10/06/2024

    Twisted Remedies - Episode 11 - Professor Gavin Wageman - Sig Sauer Academy

    Thanks for listening! Suggest a guest or topic or ask a question. In this episode I talk with Professor Gavin Wageman from the Sig Sauer Academy. Gavin talks about his introduction to BJJ, finding love on the mats and his role in bringing Jiu Jitsu to Sig Sauer in an effort to blend martial arts and firearms. Gavin is involved with amazing things at the Sig Sauer Academy and has goals of bringing Jiu Jitsu to everyone! Visit Gavin at the Sig Sauer Academy and Experience Center locat...

    1h 13m
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A show about how Jiu Jitsu, music, and other non-traditional remedies can help treat trauma, with an emphasis on the benefits for first responders, veterans, and front line workers. 

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  • Creator
    Justin Couture
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    19
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Twisted Remedies
  • Show Website
    Twisted Remedies

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