The Curious Health Podcast

S3 E3 - Music Therapy: Activating Healing & Connection through Sound with Victor García Melero

Katie and Sophie discover the transformative power of music therapy and sound healing through the inspiring experiences of Victor García Melero. Their conversation touches on heart-opening stories of Victor’s experience with how music can heal, connect and empower people of all ages.  He shares how rhythms and tones from nature and traditional instruments have innate healing properties, and simple daily acts, like singing to your child or creating a playlist, can foster connection and self-regulation. A beautiful and inspiring conversation whether you’re a parent, a care-giver or simply curious on how to incorporate the power of music and sound into your life for better physical, cognitive, emotional, and spiritual health. Curious Health Podcast Links [https://bio.site/curioushealthpod] Victor's Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/victor.garcia.melero] Victor's YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/c/VictorGarciaMelero] Victor's Linkedin [https://www.linkedin.com/in/victor-garcia-melero/ ] Victor organises yearly intensive courses on Music and Sound for therapists, teachers and artists, where they can learn different music therapy techniques, play instruments, acompany sessions and use sound technology for their profession (microphones, mixers, pedals, recorders, etc.) Resources recommended by Victor: Musicophilia by Oliver Sacks [https://share.google/neba2QQZEyoH9eQPD] 3D Printed Flutes + Wind Instruments - Nicolas Bras [https://instrumentsbybras.com/] 3D Printed Flutes - PYN [https://www.etsy.com/es/shop/PYNFlutes] Tokobongo Instruments, Barcelona [https://www.tokobongo.com/] Access to all things Curious Health Podcast  [https://bio.site/curioushealthpod] Katie Belle Benson is a herbalist + Bach Flower practitioner focused on holistic + emotional health. A mother of two, she draws from years of study in plant medicine, alternative healing + culinary arts, to offer grounded, personalized care through 1:1 sessions both in person + online. Katie integrates curiosity, intuition + a deep respect for the body’s innate wisdom into her work. www.houseofbelle.es [https://www.houseofbelle.es/] Sophie Anderson is an Upper Cervical Chiropractor based in Barcelona, Spain. With a deep affinity for nervous system health, innate intelligence + the body's natural healing capacity, Sophie supports clients in reconnecting with themselves both physically + energetically. www.koeolife.com [https://koeolife.com/]

S3 E2 - Exploring Plant Medicine: Consciousness + Personal Transformation with Tara Walsh

In this episode, Katie and Sophie sit down with Tara Walsh to explore the evolving role of plant medicine in healing, spirituality, and personal transformation. Tara shares her journey from London-based seeker to sacred plant medicine facilitator, weaving together the history of traditional shamanic practices with the growing mainstream interest in psychedelics like ayahuasca and psilocybin. Together, they explore the interconnectedness of everyday herbs and sacred psychoactive plants, the Andean Map of the Three Worlds (Condor, Puma, Serpent), and the spiritual intelligence of plants as allies in human evolution.  The conversation also touches on neuroplasticity, the rewiring potential of psychedelics, and the importance of discernment in respecting these medicines, choosing qualified facilitators, and understanding dosage, integration, and when to seek support. Note: Always work with qualified facilitators and approach plant medicines with respect and responsibility. Curious Health Podcast Links [https://bio.site/curioushealthpod] Tara on Instagram [https://instagram.com/satyatara] Tara's Website [https://satyatara.com/] Groflegacytraining.com [https://groflegacytraining.com/] - Stanislav Grof’s website for psychedelic research and holotropic breathwork Paul Stamets’ Website [https://paulstamets.com/] - Mycologist and mushroom expert, educational resources Johns Hopkins Center for Psychedelic & Consciousness Research [https://hopkinspsychedelic.org/] - Cutting-edge scientific studies Access to all things Curious Health Podcast  [https://bio.site/curioushealthpod] Katie Belle Benson is a herbalist + Bach Flower practitioner focused on holistic + emotional health. A mother of two, she draws from years of study in plant medicine, alternative healing + culinary arts, to offer grounded, personalized care through 1:1 sessions both in person + online. Katie integrates curiosity, intuition + a deep respect for the body’s innate wisdom into her work. www.houseofbelle.es [https://www.houseofbelle.es/] Sophie Anderson is an Upper Cervical Chiropractor based in Barcelona, Spain. With a deep affinity for nervous system health, innate intelligence + the body's natural healing capacity, Sophie supports clients in reconnecting with themselves both physically + energetically. www.koeolife.com [https://koeolife.com/]

S3 E1 - Self-Understanding + Acceptance through Parts Work with Deborah Davies: Internal Family Systems + Compassionate Inquiry

In this episode, Katie and Sophie are joined by Deborah Davis to explore the transformative potential of Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Compassionate Inquiry in trauma healing and self-awareness.  Deborah shares her journey into parts work, guiding us through the foundations of IFS, including manager, exile, and firefighter parts, and how common patterns like the inner critic, people-pleaser, or anger are protective strategies rather than flaws. Together, they unpack the role of somatic awareness, compassionate inquiry, and daily mindfulness in reconnecting with the true Self, anchored in the eight C’s of presence.  The conversation offers practical tools for identifying and working with parts independently, re-parenting wounded aspects of ourselves, and holding uncomfortable emotions with curiosity instead of judgment. At its heart, this episode invites us into deep self-compassion and the liberating perspective that there are truly “no bad parts.” Curious Health Podcast Links [https://bio.site/curioushealthpod] Debbie's Website [https://www.compassionate-integration.com] Debbie's Instagram [https://instagram.com/deborah_mary_davies] Recommended Book: No Bad Parts by Richard Schwartz [https://share.google/WdCRjWo7y92pZHhbY] Access to all things Curious Health Podcast  [https://bio.site/curioushealthpod] Katie Belle Benson is a herbalist + Bach Flower practitioner focused on holistic + emotional health. A mother of two, she draws from years of study in plant medicine, alternative healing + culinary arts, to offer grounded, personalized care through 1:1 sessions both in person + online. Katie integrates curiosity, intuition + a deep respect for the body’s innate wisdom into her work. www.houseofbelle.es [https://www.houseofbelle.es/] Sophie Anderson is an Upper Cervical Chiropractor based in Barcelona, Spain. With a deep affinity for nervous system health, innate intelligence + the body's natural healing capacity, Sophie supports clients in reconnecting with themselves both physically + energetically. www.koeolife.com [https://koeolife.com/]

S2 E9 - Light as Medicine + S2 Round-up

In this episode of Sophie and Katie discuss the importance of natural light and sun exposure and its impact on eyesight, sleep, energy, mental clarity and overall health.  Sophie shares her journey of reducing sunglass use and embracing sunlight to improve her vision and overall well-being.  The conversation delves into the concept of a "sun callus" and the benefits of morning and evening light for circadian rhythm and skin health. It also touches on the societal misconceptions about sun exposure and the healing power of nature. At the end Sophie and Katie share their favourite takeaways from the guests in Season 2 and what they’ve been processing and implementing so far. Curious Health Podcast Links [https://bio.site/curioushealthpod] Zaid’s Circadian Biology Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/zaidkdahhaj/] My Circadian App Apple [https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mycircadianapp/id6538168795] Google [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mycircadian.app&hl=en] Lux Meter Light Sensor App [https://apps.apple.com/es/app/libre-light-sensor/id1644439968?l=en-GB] Reddit Best Blue Blocking Glasses [https://www.reddit.com/r/sleephackers/comments/12ci2fp/i_just_finished_testing_30_pairs_of_blueblocking/] Info Timestamps 01:21 Intro to Episode 04:15 Sunglasses for Light Sensitive Eyes 06:00 Infrared Light from the Sun 07:05 Resetting Bodyclock with Jetlag Using the Sun 08:30 Cortisol and Melatonin Rhythms  10:00 Improving Eyesight without Sunglasses 12:40 The Value of Gazing at the Sunset 14:45 Sun Callus 17:58 Fair Skinned + Being Able to Tolerate Sunshine 19:43 How Sunshine is a Eustress 22:36 What Things Stop Us Knowing When We’ve Had Enough Sun 23:23 The Importance of Evening Light 26:06 Blue Light Blocker Glasses - Which Types + When? 30:26 Sleep + Energy Differences  33:57 Heliotherapy Hospitals 35:38 Circadian Rhythms of Light + Eating for Health 37:50 Modern Day Challenges 40:09 Fav Takeaways from Season 2 01:01:37 Outro Access to all things Curious Health Podcast  [https://bio.site/curioushealthpod] Katie Belle Benson is a herbalist + Bach Flower practitioner focused on holistic + emotional health. A mother of two, she draws from years of study in plant medicine, alternative healing + culinary arts, to offer grounded, personalized care through 1:1 sessions both in person + online. Katie integrates curiosity, intuition + a deep respect for the body’s innate wisdom into her work. www.houseofbelle.es [https://www.houseofbelle.es/] Sophie Anderson is an Upper Cervical Chiropractor based in Barcelona, Spain. With a deep affinity for nervous system health, innate intelligence + the body's natural healing capacity, Sophie supports clients in reconnecting with themselves both physically + energetically. www.koeolife.com [https://koeolife.com/]

S2 E8 - Water as Medicine with Rebecca Ann Hemmings

In this episode Sophie and Katie explore how water can be medicine with guest Rebecca Anne, PhD, a practitioner in holistic and quantum-informed health.  The discussion delves into the intelligence of water, hydration, and practices to improve water quality. Rebecca shares her personal journey with water, emphasizing the importance of mineral balance, light, movement, and temperature in hydration.  The conversation also touches on Dr. Masaru Emoto's work on water's response to emotions and intentions, and the significance of structured water for health. Curious Health Podcast Links [https://bio.site/curioushealthpod] Rebecca's Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/drrebeccaann_/] 1:1 Support with Rebecca [https://www.drrebeccaann.com/book-a-1-1-session] Rebecca's Book - Energy Healing for Children [https://www.drrebeccaann.com/energyhealingforchildren] Gerald Pollack's Book - Fourth Phase of Water [https://share.google/J9FbvrkxrZ4LqOpmJ] Dr Masaru Emoto's Book - The Hidden Messages in Water [https://share.google/kVxXhoepRo5Ybz5Zp] Plant Experiment Negative vs Positive [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yx6UgfQreYY]  Rice Experiment [https://youtu.be/WWkGw-0sFhM?si=AI8UQ08UXTGIy-li] Timestamps 01:21 Intro to Episode + Rebecca 03:18 A Love Letter to Water 05:43 Rebecca's Personal Journey with Water 10:26 Dr Emoto's Work: Water Carries Messages 13:27 Coherence vs. Incoherence 15:00 The Effect of Vortex + Motion on Water 18:08 4th Phase of Water (EZ Water) 21:20 Hydration; Not Just About Quantity. 28:30 Stress + Increased Mineral Requirements 27:20 Sophie's Experiments with pH 30:56 Remineralising the Body when Stressed 37:21 Increasing EZ Water in Our Bodies 39:25 Infrared + Sunshine for Health 43:05 Practical Tools to Improve Water Quality 48:44 Rebecca's Personal Water Practice 51:54 Plant Experiment 53:30 Improving Water Quality 55:33 The Rice Experiment 57:49 Lessons on Water from Bach Flowers 01:00:13 How to Work with Rebecca 01:01:37 Outro Access to all things Curious Health Podcast  [https://bio.site/curioushealthpod] Katie Belle Benson is a herbalist + Bach Flower practitioner focused on holistic + emotional health. A mother of two, she draws from years of study in plant medicine, alternative healing + culinary arts, to offer grounded, personalized care through 1:1 sessions both in person + online. Katie integrates curiosity, intuition + a deep respect for the body’s innate wisdom into her work. www.houseofbelle.es [https://www.houseofbelle.es/] Sophie Anderson is an Upper Cervical Chiropractor based in Barcelona, Spain. With a deep affinity for nervous system health, innate intelligence + the body's natural healing capacity, Sophie supports clients in reconnecting with themselves both physically + energetically. www.koeolife.com [https://koeolife.com/]