Ep 466: Busting the Biggest Myths in Homeopathy - with Dion Tabrett and Mike Bridger

Ep 466: Busting the Biggest Myths in Homeopathy - with Dion Tabrett and Mike Bridger

With Eugenie taking a well-deserved break, Marcus Fernandez is joined by Dion Tabrett and Mike Bridger for an open discussion on some of the most common myths and misconceptions in homeopathy. Drawing on their clinical experience, they explore topics such as antidoting remedies with coffee or menthol, the use of single versus multiple remedies, and why potency selection is often about fine-tuning rather than strength. The conversation highlights the highly individual nature of homeopathic treatment and challenges many of the rigid rules that have persisted over the years. They also reflect on aggravations, the importance of practitioner experience in complex cases, and their perspectives on machine-made and pharmacy-made remedies. Episode Highlights: 02:59 - The Coffee and Mint Myth 05:50 - Individuality in Homeopathy 09:09 - What Are Your Remedy No-Nos? 11:53 - Machine-Made vs. Pharmacy Remedies 19:13 - Can Homeopathy Cause Harm? 27:41 - One Remedy at a Time? 30:44 - Not Every Case Is One Remedy 33:46 - Potency Considerations 35:59 - Potency Is Fine Tuning 39:19 - The Flexibility of LM Prescribing 41:53 - All She Had Was 6C 44:13 - Beyond Allopathic Thinking About my Guests: Dion Tabrett, MCH, MSc, is a British homeopath, educator, and author who graduated from the London College of Homoeopathy in 1992 and earned the Member of the College of Homoeopathy (MCH) qualification in 1994. He later obtained a BSc (Hons) in Natural Sciences and an MSc in Molecular Biology from the Open University, with studies focused on human anatomy, physiology, and pathology. Over his career, he has run clinics in Berkshire, Cornwall, Devon, London, and Bristol, and has taught undergraduate and postgraduate homeopathy in the UK and internationally, including in Ireland, Istanbul, and New York. Tabrett is known for his work in case analysis, materia medica, and organopathic medicine, and is the author of the 2017 book Burnett Rediscovered, which explores the clinical strategies and prescribing methods of the classical homeopath James Compton Burnett. Mike Bridger has been practising homeopathy for over 35 years and teaching for almost as long. He is the founder and principal of the Contemporary College of Homeopathy and lectures at other homeopathic colleges across the world. He has extensive experience working in medical centres, alongside GPs and health workers, which has led to his highly informed and integrative approach to practice. Mike is particularly interested in mental and emotional health issues and specialises in stress and burnout, and the related conditions such as heart and circulatory problems, depression, hormonal imbalances and chronic fatigue. He has also become well renowned for his in-depth knowledge on case mapping and remedy relationships. Find out more about Dion and Mike Website:  https://www.diontabrett.com/ https://www.conhom.com/ If you would like to support the Homeopathy Hangout Podcast, please consider making a donation by visiting www.EugenieKruger.com and click the DONATE button at the top of the site. Every donation about $10 will receive a shout-out on a future episode. Learn more about CHE Australia and its homeopathy training programs: https://chehomeopathy.com.au/ Join my Homeopathy Hangout Podcast Facebook community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HelloHomies Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/eugeniekrugerhomeopathy/ Here is the link to my free 30-minute Homeopathy@Home online course: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqBUpxO4pZQ&t=438s Upon completion of the course - and if you live in Australia - you can join my Facebook group for free acute advice (you’ll need to answer a couple of questions about the course upon request to join): www.facebook.com/groups/eughom

Throwback Thursday Ep 177: Simplifying Homeopathy with the Map system - with Dr. Bhawisha & Dr. Shachindra Joshi

In this episode, we are fortunate to be joined by the remarkable Dr. Shachindra and Dr. Bhawisha Joshi, who will talk to us about the Map System, a tool they have designed to simplify the case-taking process and bring together all remedies in a single map to aid in accurate prescribing. Moreover, they will discuss the seven stages of development that they assert each person goes through.   Check out these episode highlights: 01:32 - The Joshi’s introduction to homeopathy 04:26 - Homeopathy is so ingrained in our daily life 06:34 - How the Map System came about 09:33 - Catastrophic period in their practice 15:29 - The seven levels of development 24:53 - What is classical homeopathy 28:46 - How can people learn about the map system 31:01 - The importance of understanding and using the map system in the right spirit 35:03 - Final advice to listeners   About Our Guest: Bhawisha Joshi is a well-known homeopathic doctor, born on June 24, 1975, in Mumbai, India. She completed her graduation in homeopathy from one of the top homeopathic colleges in Asia and earned her Masters degree in homeopathy from the Maharashtra University of Health Sciences. She is an integral part of the Bombay Group, which practices the Sensation method, and is known worldwide, along with her husband Shachindra, as the 'Dynamic Duo of Homoeopathy.' Dr. Joshi is the author of the book 'Homoeopathy & Patterns in the Periodic table- Part 1', which was published in 2008 and translated into German, Russian, and Japanese. She is also a co-author of the book "Nosodes & Imponderables Come Alive!", published in 2011. In 1997, Dr. Joshi and her husband established an independent homeopathic practice in Vile Parle, Mumbai, and they have a satellite practice in London, England. They have also served as honorary doctors at Mother Teresa's Home for the Dying and Destitute in Mumbai from 1996-1999.   Shachindra Joshi is a successful homeopath based in Mumbai, India, who has been practicing since 1997. He obtained his bachelor's degree in homeopathy from the best homeopathic college in Asia and later went on to earn his master's degree in homeopathy from Maharashtra University of Health Sciences. Joshi is closely associated with Dr. Rajan Sankaran and is an integral part of the Bombay Group, which practices the Sensation Method of homeopathy. He is also known for co-authoring the 2011 book "Nosodes & Imponderables Come Alive!"  with his wife Bhawisha. In addition to his homeopathy practice, Joshi and his wife have an independent practice as homeopathic consultants in Vile Parle, Mumbai, and also maintain a satellite practice in London, England. They previously served as honorary doctors at Mother Teresa's Home for the Dying and Destitute in Mumbai from 1996-1999. Joshi and his wife are popularly known as the "Dynamic Duo of Homeopathy" worldwide.   Find out more about Dr. Shachindra and Dr. Bhawisha Joshi Website: http://www.drjoshisclinic.com/ [http://www.drjoshisclinic.com/]   If you would like to support the Homeopathy Hangout Podcast, please consider making a donation by visiting www.EugenieKruger.com and click the DONATE button at the top of the site. Every donation about $10 will receive a shout-out on a future episode.   Join my Homeopathy Hangout Podcast Facebook community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HelloHomies [https://www.facebook.com/groups/HelloHomies]   Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/eugeniekrugerhomeopathy/ [https://www.instagram.com/eugeniekrugerhomeopathy/]   Here is the link to my free 30-minute Homeopathy@Home online course: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqBUpxO4pZQ&t=438s [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqBUpxO4pZQ&t=438s]   Upon completion of the course - and if you live in Australia - you can join my Facebook group for free acute advice (you’ll need to answer a couple of questions about the course upon request to join): www.facebook.com/groups/eughom

Ep 465: Hormonal support for women 40+ and so much more - with Dr Stuart Garber

A lifelong curiosity about natural health led Dr. Stuart Garber from chiropractic to become one of the pioneers of modern homeopathy and integrative medicine. In our conversation, Dr. Garber reflected on his journey, including becoming the first person in the United States to earn a PhD in homeopathy and developing innovative bioformulas that combine gemotherapy, lithotherapy, and organotherapy. We talked about the principles behind these therapies, the patient experiences that inspired many of his formulas, and his approach to supporting sleep, thyroid health, immunity, and healthy aging. We also explored the importance of lifestyle, purpose, and movement, along with his passion for extending holistic care to both people and animals. Episode Highlights: 03:42 - No Dramatic Healing Story Needed 05:57 - Eugenie's Personal Experience with Dr. Garber's Formulas 08:38 - Understanding Gemotherapy, Lithotherapy, and Organotherapy 10:53 - The Synergy of Biotherapies in Practice 12:04 - Getting Off Synthroid After 25 Years 14:36 - She Slept the Very First Night 17:47 - Healing Beyond the Skin 18:49 - A Child With Severe Gut Imbalances 25:39 - Formulas for Joint and Bone Health 26:22 - Preventive Use of Formulas 29:39 - Dr. Garber's Aging Protocols 32:00 - Details on Immune Boost, Lung Health, and Enviro Defense 34:37 - The Importance of Addressing Environmental Factors 37:36 - Why Sleep Problems Often Start With Anxiety 39:27 - The Constipation Formula and Its Applications 41:35 - The Question Every Doctor Should Ask 49:13 - Saving Your Animal and Your Bank Account 50:29 - Supporting Horses in More Natural Ways 55:56 - Looking Back on Decades of Health Trends About my Guests: Dr. Stuart H. Garber, DC, PhD, is a chiropractor, homeopath, researcher, and educator who has been practicing holistic medicine since 1981. In 1997, he became the first person in the United States to earn a PhD in Homeopathy. Throughout his career, he has lectured extensively to medical, dental, chiropractic, and acupuncture professionals across the United States, Europe, Asia, and the Caribbean, and has served as president of the California Homeopathic Medical Society. Drawing on more than four decades of clinical experience, Dr. Garber developed Dr. Garber's® bioformulas, a line of clinician-designed homeopathic remedies created to support the body's systems and help people heal with minimal side effects. He launched his first line of formulas, Natural Solutions, in 2005 and later expanded his work to animal wellness through Maxwell Pet and equine bioformulas. Now based in Santa Fe, New Mexico, Dr. Garber continues to focus on research, education, and empowering both practitioners and the public with safe, integrative approaches to health and wellness. Find out more about Dr Garber Choose your Protocol https://protocols.drgarbers.com/ [https://protocols.drgarbers.com/] Website: https://drgarbers.com/ [https://drgarbers.com/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drgarbersbioformulas [https://www.instagram.com/drgarbersbioformulas] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drgarbersbioformulas [https://www.facebook.com/drgarbersbioformulas] Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drgarbersbioformulas [https://www.tiktok.com/@drgarbersbioformulas] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrGarbersbioformulas [https://www.youtube.com/@DrGarbersbioformulas] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stuartgarber/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/stuartgarber/] If you would like to support the Homeopathy Hangout Podcast, please consider making a donation by visiting www.EugenieKruger.com and click the DONATE button at the top of the site. Every donation about $10 will receive a shout-out on a future episode. Join my Homeopathy Hangout Podcast Facebook community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HelloHomies Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/eugeniekrugerhomeopathy/ Here is the link to my free 30-minute Homeopathy@Home online course: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqBUpxO4pZQ&t=438s Upon completion of the course - and if you live in Australia - you can join my Facebook group for free acute advice (you’ll need to answer a couple of questions about the course upon request to join): www.facebook.com/groups/eughom

Throwback Thursday Ep 176: The Mirror and the magnet - with David Mundy

In this episode, David will be delving into his extensive knowledge and discussing the intriguing notion that every single experience we have as human beings serve as a reflection of our internal world. Furthermore, he will expound on the ways in which homeopathy has the ability to assist us in attaining a profound level of consciousness.   Check out these episode highlights: 01:39 - What sparked David's first interest in homeopathy 04:11 - Polarities of homeopathy and acupuncture 06:48 - The mirror and the magnet 09:13 - The definition of a delusion 16:53 - Diamond’s remedy 20:47 - The victim and the aggressor in healing 26:52 - The concept of meaningful coincidences and how they can shape our lives 28:09 - How to tap into your intuition and trust in synchronicity 33:54 - How can homeopaths use the law of attraction in prescribing 36:02 - Getting the basics right 38:16 - You can’t apply the sensation method to every patient   About Our Guest: David Mundy is a practitioner of natural medicine with a particular focus on homeopathy. His interest in natural healing was sparked by his own health struggles as a child, which began with a severe reaction to a smallpox vaccination at 18 months old. This led to a cascade of symptoms, including eczema, asthma, hay fever, and allergies, which were treated with conventional medications. As he grew older, Mundy took control of his health and began researching alternative ways to heal. He discovered the power of a healthy diet of fresh, organic, non-processed foods and started receiving acupuncture. However, it was only after trying a homeopathic treatment that he experienced complete healing. This transformative experience inspired Mundy to study natural medicine and eventually become a practitioner of homeopathy himself. He now helps others to achieve their own health and wellness goals through natural, non-invasive methods. Find out more about David Website: https://www.davidmundy.org/   If you would like to support the Homeopathy Hangout Podcast, please consider making a donation by visiting www.EugenieKruger.com and click the DONATE button at the top of the site. Every donation about $10 will receive a shout-out on a future episode.   Join my Homeopathy Hangout Podcast Facebook community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HelloHomies   Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/eugeniekrugerhomeopathy/   Here is the link to my free 30-minute Homeopathy@Home online course: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqBUpxO4pZQ&t=438s   Upon completion of the course - and if you live in Australia - you can join my Facebook group for free acute advice (you’ll need to answer a couple of questions about the course upon request to join): www.facebook.com/groups/eughom

Ep 464: Homeopathic Veterinary Training Group - a new in person training opportunity for vets

A group of dedicated veterinarians joined me to talk about the launch of the Homeopathic Veterinary Teaching Group (HVTG), a new training academy for vets who want to learn and practice homeopathy. We discussed some of the challenges facing the veterinary profession today and how homeopathy has helped many vets find renewed purpose and satisfaction in their work. The conversation also explored HVTG’s goal of passing on knowledge through mentorship, hands-on learning, and a strong sense of community. Along the way, we talked about the importance of understanding animals as individuals and how this approach can help vets provide more holistic care. Episode Highlights: 05:27 - The Birth of HVTG 08:59 - Curriculum Development and Teaching Methods 12:23 - The Learning Environment 18:03 - The Impact of In-Person Education 21:01 - Course Structure and Logistics 21:47 - Target Audience for the Course 24:35 - Growing Demand for Natural Solutions 26:37 - Curriculum Highlights 34:28 - Why this course matters for vets today About my Guests: Geoff Johnson is a veterinarian with nearly 40 years of clinical experience and more than 30 years of using homeopathy in practice. After working as a country veterinarian, he discovered homeopathy and became fascinated by its potential to improve animal health, leading him to pursue formal training in Oxford as a veterinary homeopath and later continue his studies in human homeopathy. Throughout his career, Geoff has developed a particular interest in the relationship between physical health, stress, behavior, and individualized patient care. In addition to his clinical work, he is passionate about teaching, lifelong learning, and advancing thoughtful conversations around integrative approaches to veterinary medicine. Emily McAteer is a Dublin-based veterinary surgeon with a special interest in integrative medicine, combining conventional veterinary care with homeopathy to provide individualized, patient-centered treatment. A graduate of University College Dublin, she has more than 20 years of experience using homeopathy in small animal practice and holds the MFVetHom qualification from the Integrative School of Medicine in Bristol. Emily has also trained at the Irish School of Homeopathy and is qualified to treat both animals and people. In addition to her clinical work, she is passionate about teaching, mentorship, and helping build a supportive international community for veterinarians interested in integrative approaches to animal health. Peter Gregory is a veterinary surgeon who discovered homeopathy after qualifying and later built his practice around its use in animal care. He trained in veterinary homeopathy in the UK and has since spent many years working in referral practice, alongside teaching veterinarians in the UK and internationally. With decades of clinical experience, he has also co-authored key texts in veterinary homeopathy and contributed widely to the field. His work focuses on helping vets apply homeopathic principles in practice while encouraging a more thoughtful, holistic approach to animal health. Barbara Jones is a veterinary surgeon with qualifications including BVMS, MRCVS, and VetMFHom, and she has built her career around integrating conventional veterinary medicine with complementary therapies, especially homeopathy. After qualifying in the UK, she went on to study at the Royal London Homeopathic Hospital and became a member of the Faculty of Homeopathy in 1992. In 1994, she established Oakwood Veterinary Centre, where she combines diagnostics and treatment with a holistic approach that includes homeopathy, acupuncture, nutrition, and herbal medicine. She is also involved in teaching and supporting farmers and veterinary professionals in learning and applying homeopathy in practice. Find out more about HVTG Website: https://hvtg.academy/ Email: hvtgacademy@gmail.com If you would like to support the Homeopathy Hangout Podcast, please consider making a donation by visiting www.EugenieKruger.com and click the DONATE button at the top of the site. Every donation about $10 will receive a shout-out on a future episode. Join my Homeopathy Hangout Podcast Facebook community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HelloHomies Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/eugeniekrugerhomeopathy/ Here is the link to my free 30-minute Homeopathy@Home online course: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqBUpxO4pZQ&t=438s Upon completion of the course - and if you live in Australia - you can join my Facebook group for free acute advice (you’ll need to answer a couple of questions about the course upon request to join): www.facebook.com/groups/eughom