Episodes

Doctor Mike, a primary care provider and chronic pain patient, reveals his unique perspective on pain management. Hear his personal Kratom journey, the challenges patients face, and his advocacy for better pain care. Dr. Mike's new book, "You Are More," …

Tara is a nurse who discovered Kratom just three weeks ago and is already experiencing profound changes in her life. She suffers from bipolar disorder, depression, and anxiety, along with chronic pain caused by Ehlers-Danlos syndrome and degenerative disc disease.

Despite long-standing scrutiny, recent FDA studies now confirm that dried leaf Kratom is well tolerated in humans. This key update was highlighted in Etha Natural Botanicals' "Live Fully with Kratom" podcast, which I'm excited to share with you.

Explore Alexander Karp's transformation from chronic back pain to Kratom advocate and co-founder of ETHA Natural Botanicals. Discover his journey and insights into creating a reputable Kratom brand focused on education and quality.

Dive into Victor Chung's inspiring journey at ETHA Botanicals, where his passion and innovations revolutionize the Kratom landscape. From personal healing to setting new industry standards, his story offers valuable lessons and inspiration for everyone.

Amanda Schuchardt, a chronic pain advocate and avid storyteller on TikTok, shares her transformative journey with Kratom. She provides an insightful look into how this plant has offered her physical relief and mental peace.

Jennifer VanBlunk's life was profoundly transformed through Kratom after combatting opioid addiction following a military injury. With nearly ten years of experience, she reveals how Kratom and microdosing mushrooms crucially aided her physical and emotional recovery.

In this heartfelt episode, we dive deep into the transformative journey of Twinkle VanFleet, a chronic pain warrior and passionate Kratom advocate. She shares the gripping narrative of how Kratom became her lifeline.

In this empowering episode, I sit down with Brandy Novicka, a fervent advocate for the chronic pain community. Faced with a critical shortage of her prescribed pain medication due to widespread pharmacy outages, Brandy turned to Kratom.

We explore the life-changing journey of Heidi Sykora, a dedicated Kratom advocate and healthcare professional. Battling with chronic pain and a complex medical history from a young age, Heidi transitioned into a world with less pain by using Kratom.

In this episode, I have an enlightening conversation with John Newmark, M.S., LPC., a psychotherapist who shares his personal journey with Kratom. John's exploration into this plant began as a search for an alternative treatment for his chronic pain.

Harrison Cohen, CEO and co-founder of Blate Co., the makers of Blate Papes, shares his transformative journey from battling opioid addiction and body image issues to discovering and utilizing Kratom as a pivotal tool in his recovery.

In this episode, we explore Christopher Deaney's journey with Kratom, highlighting its profound impact on his pain management. After years of relying on traditional medical treatments with limited success, Christopher discovered Kratom.

In this inspiring episode, I talk with Chai, also known as Aisha, a registered nurse who has witnessed a remarkable transformation thanks to Kratom. Her journey begins with a struggle against alcoholism, depression, and an eating disorder.

Jennifer Dzikowski is a passionate advocate and vocal critic of Kratom restrictions. Her story is an exploration into the natural healing it promotes, stirring a conversation on the necessity for its legal acceptance in areas where it is unjustly banned.

In this installment of Kratom Stories, I sit down with Mike Overstreet, popularly known as The Kratom Guy. He opens up about his transition from a harrowing battle with opioid dependency to finding solace and pain relief in Kratom.

Deborah E, a long-time friend of mine, shares her life-changing experience with Kratom in this episode. After struggling with chronic pain for over a decade, she turned to prescription painkillers like Oxycodone and Gabapentin for relief.

In this engaging episode, I sit down with Dru Clay (High Fight IQ), who shares his transformative journey from dependency on pharmaceuticals to discovering Kratom—a natural alternative that brought significant relief to his chronic pain.

Christen Granger, known as Truther Nurse on social media, discusses the profound impact Kratom has had on her life. Kristen, previously a nurse who experienced debilitating pain, was initially gaslit and misdiagnosed by doctors.

In a heartfelt interview with Jordan Richard of New Hope Botanicals, we dive into the transformative power of Kratom. He shares his journey of renewal and recovery, crediting Kratom as a fundamental ally.

In this captivating episode of the Kratom Stories podcast, guest Dijon Evans shares her incredible journey with Kratom. Despite facing multiple amputations and a terminal diagnosis, she discovered that Kratom saved her life.

Tune into this gripping, eye-opening conversation with Wade Harman who is not just the founder of Botanical Family (also dubbed the Kratom Family) but also is a triumphant example of overcoming addiction, sharing details of his transformative journey.

In this episode, I sit down with Emily who is known as Botanical Queens on social media and is well-recognized as a passionate Kratom advocate. She shares her journey and how it's helped in her battle against Crohn's disease.

In this episode, I interview Brian Gallagher from Kratom Science, a blog and podcast actively devoted to debunking myths and providing informed perspectives about Kratom. You'll hear him deconstruct common misconceptions.