The Most Painful Podcast

Making Change That Sticks Identity, Healing, and Lasting Behaviour Change

In this episode of The Most Painful Podcast, host Tom Hoppe is joined by Dr. Kim Foster, a former family physician turned author and identity‑based transformation expert. Together, they explore what it truly takes to create meaningful, long‑lasting behaviour change—moving beyond quick fixes to shifts that endure. Dr. Foster shares her journey from clinical medicine to helping people transform how they see themselves, and how identity plays a critical role in building healthier habits, especially for those living with chronic pain. For more about the Chronic Pain Centre of Excellence visit https://www.veteranschronicpain.ca/ [https://www.veteranschronicpain.ca/] Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/chronicpainCOE [https://www.facebook.com/chronicpainCOE] X  https://x.com/chronicpainCOE [https://x.com/chronicpainCOE] Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/chronicpain_coe/ [https://www.instagram.com/chronicpain_coe/]

Invisible Pain, Hidden Battles Navigating Chronic Pain and Mental Health

In this episode of The Most Painful Podcast, host Tom Hoppe is joined by Jessi Beyer to explore the often unseen world of invisible pain and its deep connection to mental health. Jessi brings a unique perspective as a crisis mental health clinician working with law enforcement, fire services, and a regional SWAT negotiation team. Together, they discuss the challenges of living with chronic pain that others can’t see, the intersection of pain and mental health, and what it means to navigate this invisible world both personally and professionally. For more about the Chronic Pain Centre of Excellence visit https://www.veteranschronicpain.ca/ [https://www.veteranschronicpain.ca/] Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/chronicpainCOE [https://www.facebook.com/chronicpainCOE] X  https://x.com/chronicpainCOE [https://x.com/chronicpainCOE] Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/chronicpain_coe/ [https://www.instagram.com/chronicpain_coe/]

Personalizing Pain Care: How Pharmacogenetics Can Improve Chronic Pain Treatment

In this episode of The Most Painful Podcast, host Tom Hoppe is joined by Dr. Ashwin Juneja to explore the growing field of pharmacogenetics and its role in chronic pain management. Following up on our recent discussion about High‑Intensity Interval Training, this conversation shifts to how genetics can influence the way individuals respond to medications. Dr. Juneja explains what pharmacogenetics is, why medications work differently for different people, and how this science can help ensure patients receive the right medication at the right dose to better manage chronic pain symptoms. For more about the Chronic Pain Centre of Excellence visit https://www.veteranschronicpain.ca/ [https://www.veteranschronicpain.ca/] Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/chronicpainCOE [https://www.facebook.com/chronicpainCOE] X  https://x.com/chronicpainCOE [https://x.com/chronicpainCOE] Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/chronicpain_coe/ [https://www.instagram.com/chronicpain_coe/]

HIIT Revisited What's New in High‑Intensity Interval Training

Dr. Martin Gibala returns to The Most Painful Podcast after his popular Season 6 appearance on High‑Intensity Interval Training (HIIT). In this episode, Tom Hoppe dives into new and emerging research on HIIT, exploring what’s changed, what we’re learning, and how these insights can help you train smarter and improve health outcomes. Whether you’re new to HIIT or already using it in your routine, this conversation brings the latest evidence‑based updates you won’t want to miss. Website: www.realexercisescience.com [http://www.realexercisescience.com/] FB, TT, IG, YT, Threads handle: @realexercisescience X and BlueSky: @realexscience For more about the Chronic Pain Centre of Excellence visit https://www.veteranschronicpain.ca/ [https://www.veteranschronicpain.ca/] Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/chronicpainCOE [https://www.facebook.com/chronicpainCOE] X  https://x.com/chronicpainCOE [https://x.com/chronicpainCOE] Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/chronicpain_coe/ [https://www.instagram.com/chronicpain_coe/]

Understanding Tinnitus and Its Impact on Quality of Life

Welcome to Season 7 of The Most Painful Podcast. We want to kick off the new season by thanking listeners from Canada, the U.S., the UK, and Europe for their continued support and feedback, which helps shape the topics that matter most to you. In this premiere episode, Tom Hoppe is joined by Dr. Philippe Fournier to explore the latest research on tinnitus—a condition that affects millions and can significantly impact quality of life. Drawing from both science and lived experience, we discuss what tinnitus is, what causes it, and why it’s often misunderstood. Season 7 continues the show’s mission of delivering evidence‑based, practical insights to help you better manage your health, with upcoming episodes covering topics like high-intensity interval training, behaviour change, and sustainable lifestyle improvements. -- Subscribe now to stay up to date—and as always, stay safe and keep the hope alive. All Ears Audiology - https://www.youtube.com/@LEXA-lab For more about the Chronic Pain Centre of Excellence visit https://www.veteranschronicpain.ca/ [https://www.veteranschronicpain.ca/] Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/chronicpainCOE [https://www.facebook.com/chronicpainCOE] X  https://x.com/chronicpainCOE [https://x.com/chronicpainCOE] Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/chronicpain_coe/ [https://www.instagram.com/chronicpain_coe/]