Here For Healing

In this powerful and heart-opening episode, Carly Brown is joined by Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, cancer mama, and holistic health advocate, Season Johnson. Season is the founder of the KICKcancER Movement, owner of Biodynamic Wellness, and creator of the Thrive Through Cancer Formula—all inspired by her own journey navigating her son’s cancer diagnosis with grace, grit, and integrative healing.

Together, Carly and Season dive deep into the complexities of pediatric cancer care, the limitations of the conventional system, and the power of food, detox, and faith in helping children thrive through and beyond diagnosis.

This episode dives into:

• Season’s story: from cancer diagnosis to holistic health warrior
• What it’s really like to navigate the system as a pediatric cancer parent
• The healing power of nutrition, detox, and lifestyle—paired with conventional care
• Why integrative options are limited (and how that can change)
• Supporting the whole family: emotionally, physically, and spiritually
• Lessons on grief, marriage, motherhood, and faith- Season’s must-have daily practices for vitality and clarity
• How you can support families facing childhood cancer

Whether you’re a parent, practitioner, or just seeking truth and inspiration, this episode is a must-listen for anyone who believes in the power of hope and healing.

🔗 Resources & Connections⁠

• Season Johnson’s Website: seasonjohnson.com
• The KICKcancER Movement: kickcancermovement.org
• Biodynamic Wellness: biodynamicwellness.com
• Your Thrive Formula: yourthriveformula.com
• Follow Season on Instagram: @seasonjohnson
• Hope for Cancer Book by Dr. Tony Jimenez: https://a.co/d/8IGeNqp
• Happy Bum Co Enema Kit: use code CARLY10 for 10% off

👉 Follow Carly on Instagram: @carlyloveskale

Guest Bio:

Season Johnson is a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, Integrative Health Practitioner, and founder of the KICKcancER Movement. She has helped thousands of families thrive through and beyond childhood cancer using a root-cause approach to healing. Through her private practice, nonprofit work, online programs, and personal coaching, she empowers families with the tools of real food, detox, and faith-based support. Season is a mama on a mission—and a light for families walking the hardest roads with hope.

In this deeply informative episode, Carly Brown is joined by her longtime friend and certified clinical nutritionist, Carly Pollack—founder of Nutritional Wisdom and co-creator of the Daily Detox Advanced course. Together, they explore the world of parasite cleansing and the essential difference between drainage and detoxification.

Carly Pollack shares her personal gut-healing journey and why most people make the mistake of detoxing without first supporting their drainage pathways. They also talk candidly about bowel health, how to identify signs of parasitic infection, and why proper detox support is essential for lasting energy, skin clarity, hormone balance, and overall vitality.

This episode dives into:

• Carly’s story: from chronic gut issues to functional nutrition expert
• Parasite cleansing 101—how, when, and why to start
• The difference between drainage vs. detox (and why it matters!)
• Who should be parasite cleansing (hint: probably you)
• Real talk: what’s normal when it comes to pooping
• Our top tools: CellCore, binders, coffee enemas & more
• How to cleanse safely without feeling worse
• Why health is less about perfection—and more about momentum

Whether you’re new to cleansing or ready to go deeper, this episode offers guidance, laughter, and truth to help you heal from the inside out.

🔗 Resources & Connections

• Nutritional Wisdom
• Follow Carly Pollack: @carlypollack
• Daily Detox (Intro course)

• Daily Detox Advanced: A self-paced course designed for those ready to take their detox journey deeper. Created by Carly Brown and Carly Pollack, this program includes advanced cleansing protocols, parasite detox guidance, drainage education, and support for both adults and children.

• Cellcore Parasite Cleanse: Register here → Use code: A4WdBSLI
• Happy Bum Enema Kit (use code CARLY10 for 10% off)

👉 Follow Carly on Instagram @CarlyLovesKale

Guest Bio

Carly Pollack is a published author, hilarious speaker, and the founder of Nutritional Wisdom, an award-winning private practice based in Austin, Texas. She is a certified Clinical Nutritionist specializing in holistic nutrition and whole body wellness. Carly has been awarded Best Nutritionist in Austin five years running and has helped over 20,000 people achieve their health and happiness goals.

Growing up, Carly struggled with anxiety, immune issues, and an ongoing battle with her weight. Through trial and error, Carly was able to figure out why so many of us fail to achieve the health we so badly desire. Through years of study and self-healing, she found the key to creating permanent change. Carly beautifully marries the science of the body to the wisdom of our intuition.

Having grown up as a quick-witted New Yorker, she was raised without the ability to sugarcoat the truth. You won’t find any nonsense here--just clear and honest information—and some tough love if you need it. Her teachings empower you to shift your thought patterns, change your physical body, properly manage stress, and live your best life.

In this heartfelt conversation, Carly Brown is joined by her dear friend and integrative thyroid expert McCall McPherson, founder of Modern Thyroid Clinic. Together, they walk through Carly’s personal thyroid journey—when a life‑changing diagnosis brought fear, doubt, and fatigue—and how McCall’s compassionate, informed guidance lit the spark that reignited her health and zest for life.

McCall opens up about her own experience being dismissed at age 27 and shares how shifting from Synthroid (T4-only) to a personalized T4/T3 combo, paired with targeted lifestyle shifts, restored her energy and reversed lifelong Hashimoto’s symptoms. They also discuss the power of intermittent fasting, green juice, and sauna routines, and why mainstream medicine’s fear of T3 is rooted more in outdated dogma than in data.

This episode dives into:

• McCall’s story: from being dismissed to founding Modern Thyroid Clinic

• The true impact of Hashimoto’s & environmental inflammation on thyroid health

• Why supplementing with T3 (active thyroid hormone) can be a game‑changer

• How T4‑only meds often leave patients in a fog—when labs don’t reveal the full picture

• Why mainstream practitioners resist T3—and what current data actually shows

• The essential labs to request: Free T4, Free T3, Reverse T3, TPO + Thyroglobulin antibodies

• The critical distinction: normal vs. optimal lab ranges

• Best first steps: when to start medication vs. lifestyle pivots

• McCall’s daily anchors: intermittent fasting, green juice & sauna sessions

• How advocacy and partnership in healthcare lead to long‑term vitality
  

If you or someone you love suspects a thyroid imbalance—or if you're seeking tools to reclaim energy, clarity, and confidence—this conversation is filled with empowering insights and actionable strategies to help you take back your health.

Resources:

• Modern Thyroid Clinic: modernthyroidclinic.com

• Modern Weight Loss: modernweightloss.com

• Thyroid Lab Guide (Free)

• GLP-1 Guide (Free)

• Connect with McCall McPherson:

• Instagram: @McCallMcPhersonPA

• Business Instagram: @ThyroidNation

• TikTok: @McCallMcPherson

• Podcast: Modern Thyroid & Wellness
  

Follow Carly on Instagram @CarlyLovesKale 

Guest Bio:

McCall McPherson is a pioneering physician associate and entrepreneur in thyroid, hormone, and metabolic health. As the founder of Modern Thyroid Clinic and Modern Weight Loss, and owner of Thyroid Nation, she combines deep medical expertise with personal healing experience to offer innovative, patient‑centered care. A sought‑after TEDx speaker, McCall has been honored in the Top 200 Fastest Growing Health Companies on the 2024 Inc. 5000 list and named a 2025 Top 500 Inc. Female Founder. She is also the host of the podcast Modern Thyroid & Wellness.

In this powerful episode, Carly sits down with her dear friend and integrative oncology pioneer, Dr. Tony Jimenez, founder of Hope4Cancer Treatment Centers. Together, they unpack what it means to truly heal cancer—not just eliminate tumors, but transform the internal terrain that allowed cancer to form in the first place.

Dr. Tony shares his personal journey from medical training to founding one of the world’s most respected integrative clinics, and how addressing the spiritual, emotional, and physical layers of healing can create long-lasting health. This conversation is filled with actionable insights, inspiring science, and hope for anyone navigating cancer—or seeking to prevent it.

This episode covers:

• Dr. Tony’s origin story and how his father’s cancer diagnosis shifted his medical path
• The problem with "just removing the mass"—why true healing goes beyond surgery
• The terrain theory of cancer: How emotional trauma, toxicity, and inflammation create disease
• Proven therapies for targeting circulating tumor cells: Vitamin C, ellagic acid, EGCG, hyperthermia, PEMF, light, and sound
• What is photodynamic therapy and how light supports healing at the cellular level
• The role of methylene blue in cancer recovery and neurological health (plus dosing guidance)
• The importance of pulsing therapies—from matcha and supplements to red light and hydrogen water
• Understanding spike protein detox and the unique use of nicotine patches to dislodge viral residues
• Dr. Tony’s daily non-negotiables for vitality and longevity
• The Hope4Cancer difference—and how to approach healing from a place of empowerment

Resources:

• Hope for Cancer by Dr. Tony Jimenez: https://a.co/d/antouV0
  Hope4Cancer Treatment Centers: hope4cancer.com
• Hope4Cancer Instagram: @hope4cancermexico 
• Methylene blue and other health supplements recommended by Dr. Tony Jimenez: https://gardenfoodplan.com/
• Recommended molecular hydrogen system: https://15000015051.ecokangen.com/en_US/shop/product/k8
• Connect with Carly on IG: @carlyloveskale

Guest Bio:

Dr. Tony Jimenez, M.D., N.D. is an internationally recognized leader in integrative oncology and the founder of Hope4Cancer Treatment Centers. With over 30 years of clinical experience, he leads a team of more than 30 physicians and is widely recognized as a passionate educator, regularly speaking at conferences worldwide. Known affectionately by patients and colleagues as “Dr. Tony,” he is the creator of the 7 Key Principles of Cancer Therapy® and the author of two books: Hope for Cancer and Cancer Outsmarted.

In this episode, Carly chats with Andrew LaTour, owner of GembaRed, LLC, which produces red light panels used for therapy and ambient red lights, aiding in sleep. We chat about the benefits of red light therapy, using red light for healing, the differences between near and far infrared light, and how to choose the best option for yourself.

This episode covers:

- What Photo Biomodulation (Red Light) Therapy is + its usages/applications

- The differences between blue light v. red light on the electromagnetic spectrum + the effects of each on your body

- The definitions + benefits of Near Infrared (NIR) Light, Medium Infrared (MIR) Light, and Far Infrared (FIR) Lights, and when to use each

- What you should look out for regarding Electromagnetic Frequencies (EMFs) in red light options, how to know the levels in your product + the importance of grounding devices

- What Electromagnetic Hypersensitivity (EHS) is + where to find an EMF meter

- How to choose a red light for your needs based on wavelength, intensity, flicker rate, size + type of light emitted

- The unique ways GembaRed is designing their products, including 3rd party testing with transparent results

- How GembaRed got its name + why was it created

Resources:

Use Code CARLY10 for 10% off GembaRed products!

YouTube: GembaRed

GembaRed Website

Safe Living EMF Meters

IG: @GembaRed

The Daily Detox 8-week course 

Connect:

IG: @carlyloveskale

web: carlybrownwellness.com

Andrew LaTour is the owner of GembaRed LLC, makers of Red Light Therapy panels and ambient red lights for sleep. Andrew is well versed in all things light therapy - from sunlight to blue light, red, and infrared light. Proper usage of light was critical in Andrew's health journey through chronic illness and obesity. Andrew is an experienced Chemical Engineer and brings his expertise to the Red Light Panel industry by ensuring his products are low EMF, low Flicker, and professionally verified.

In this episode, Carly chats with Functional Medicine Practitioner and co-founder of Restore and Revive Wellness Center, Taylor Dukes, about preconception and pregnancy health. We discuss how to prepare the body for pregnancy and fertility, as well as gentle detox options even before looking to get pregnant. We talk in depth about how to prepare for a healthy pregnancy and leave you with many tips on how to improve your health and in turn, the health of your baby.

This episode covers:

- The timeline for + how to begin preparing the body for pregnancy through targeted detox, a nutrient-dense diet

- Prior to conceiving:

       - Natural alternatives to sugar such as dates, maple syrup, coconut sugar

       - Supplementation recommendations during preconceptions + what to look for when searching for a supplement source

       - Which labs to ask for 3-months prior to conceiving: nutrient panel, vitamin D levels, lipid panel, iron panel with ferritin, full thyroid panel, HCG          hormone, progesterone levels

       - How to find a great provider

- During Pregnancy:

       - Who to consider as part of your birthing team + how to start 

       - Tips for a healthy pregnancy: avoiding toxins, balancing blood sugar, taking prenatal vitamins, avoiding processed foods

       - Recommendations and information on ultrasounds

Resources:

Taylor Dukes Wellness

Restore and Revive Wellness Center

The Institute for Functional Medicine

The Daily Detox

Connect:

IG: @taylordukeswellness

IG: @restoreandrevivefw

IG: @carlyloveskale

web: carlybrownwellness.com

Taylor Dukes is a board-certified family nurse practitioner. She owns a private practice in Fort Worth Texas where she works with patients 1:1 to get to the root cause of their symptoms. She also owns a wellness center Fort Worth, Texas that includes everything from IV Vitamin Therapy, saunas, and physical therapy. She focuses on taking a root cause approach to her patients health and uses specialty functional medicine laboratory testing to develop personalized protocols. Taylor was first exposed to the field of functional medicine as a patient when she was really sick. Once she healed she had the opportunity to work for Amy Myers, MD a two-time NY times best selling author. Taylor is a wife, a mother to an almost two year old and has another on the way. She loves helping other mothers in their preconception, pregnancy and postpartum journeys. She also has had the privilege and opportunity to partner with professional athletes to take their health to the next level and help customize protocols for them.

In this episode, Carly chats with Naturopathic Oncologist, Dr. Sonia Malani, currently working at the Advanced Integrative Medical Science (AIMS) Institute in Seattle, WA. We discuss her personal experience with cancer through her father’s diagnoses, and how she was inspired to become a naturopathic physician beginning at the age of 19.

This episode covers:

- What is Hippocrates Health Institute + why did Dr. Malani’s family choose it for treatment

- How + why did Dr. Malani choose Bastyr University

- What is integrative oncology

- How is integrative oncology different from conventional oncology

- Where + how do we see the integrative and conventional approaches successfully coming together in healing cancer

- What is the role of IV therapy when it comes to healing cancer

- The role of an integrative oncologist in a patient's healing journey

- What is the therapeutic alliance + how does a collaborative medical team work together

- The correlation between cancer and trauma: adverse childhood experiences can increase your risk of cancer as an adult

- How resilience works as an antidote to trauma

Resources:

Fellow of the American Board Naturopathic Oncology

Hippocrates Health Institute

Bastyr University

AIMS Institute (To Schedule an Appt with Dr. Malani)

Find a Naturopathic Oncologist HERE

The Daily Detox

Connect:

IG: @drsoniamalani

Twitter: @drsoniamalani

IG: @carlyloveskale

web: carlybrownwellness.com

Dr. Sonia Malani is a physician, author, and researcher. She is currently working at the Advanced Integrative Medical Science (AIMS) Institute in Seattle, WA. Dr. Malani joined AIMS in 2018 as part of its inaugural residency class, with a clinical focus in Integrative Oncology and Palliative Medicine. During her residency, Dr. Malani helped build the intravenous (IV) therapy clinic at AIMS, and developed formulas for pain, hydration, cachexia and energy. She is a contributing author to Ann Berger’s 5th Edition of Principles and Practice of Palliative Care and Supportive Oncology. Dr. Malani is also a principal investigator of the AIMS Cancer Outcomes Study (ACOS) and is currently collaborating with George Washington’s Center for Integrative Medicine on a study assessing mercury levels in cancer patients.

In this episode, Carly chats with friend and cancer thriver, Jenny Bradley, who has been well-established in integrative and holistic cancer therapies since her diagnosis in 2017. They chat about Jenny’s experience with breast cancer and the challenges that have made Jenny's healing journey unique.

This episode covers:

- Jenny's diagnosis story

- What the Riordan clinic is + why is it different from other cancer centers

- Why neither chemotherapy or radiation were recommended as part of Jenny's distinctive healing plan

- The importance of treating the whole person during cancer care; emotional, mental, and spiritual health

- The therapies Jenny uses to flourish while living with breast cancer: high dose vitamin C IVs, IV mistletoe and mistletoe shots, saunas, coffee enemas, supplements, intentional and targeted nutrition, walking, and juicing

- What is a coffee enema + how does it work

- Who should get the Prenuvo scan + what is it for

Resources:

IG: @shrinkthemutant

Shrink the Mutant School

Riordan Clinic

Prenuvo Scan

The Daily Detox

Connect:

IG: @carlyloveskale

web: carlybrownwellness.com

With three academic degrees and 20+ years experience in student ministry and education, Jenny Bradley is skilled at finding research to learn all she can on the topics she is passionate about and teaches. After being diagnosed with cancer in 2017, her aptitude for learning crossed over into acquiring information that equips her to make confident decisions on her cancer journey. Through gathering perspectives from her medical team, including allopathic and naturopathic care, Jenny has been thriving with her cancer diagnosis for over three years. Throughout this time, she often gets asked for tips and resources for other cancer patients and their friends who are looking to support their loves ones during a health crisis. Jenny is inspires to share her insights and tools in order to help others on shrinkthemutantschool.com and on Instagram @shrinkthemutant. Jenny lives in Kansas with her husband Mike and cute little dog Poppy.

In this episode, Carly chats with Certified Holistic Health Coach and CellCore Practitioner, Michael McNeal. We chat about how Michael recovered from both Type I diabetes and Tourette’s syndrome using brain- and gut-resetting cleanse techniques. We discuss the symptoms of parasites, the why and how of parasite cleaning, and how CellCore products can help you get started.

This episode covers:

- Symptoms of parasitic activity: Low energy levels, allergies, digestive issues, constipation, irritable bowl syndrome, colitis, bloating after meals, yeast infections, severe diarrhea, uncontrollable sugar cravings, muscular pain, difficulty losing/gaining weight

- Some of the most common parasites being cleansed from the body: Tapeworms, liver flukes, strongyloides

- Why CellCore products?

- How to do a parasite cleanse: Where to start, what are your options, and what it costs

- How parasites get into the body + their relationship with toxins

- What to expect while doing a parasite cleanse + the benefits

- Maintenance suggestions for after a cleanse

Resources:

IG: @theholisticconnector

CellCore Biosciences

The Daily Detox

Connect:

IG: @carlyloveskale

web: carlybrownwellness.com

Michael is a Certified Holistic Health Coach who has 8 years of experience seeing clients with diverse issues and concerns. He specializes in diabetes, high and low blood pressure issues, thyroid issues, weight gain, mold, parasites, Lyme disease, and detoxification. By creating a life of structure and mindfulness along with the help of functional medicine doctors, he has overcome Type 2 Diabetes and Tourette’s syndrome. It is his life’s purpose to help empower you and give you the tools you need to help your body heal itself and to live your most empowered life.

In this episode, Carly chats with PURE Juicer Founder and CEO, David Feinberg about the what, why, and how of cold-pressed juicing, and why it is such a game changer for one's health. If you have been looking to get started with or learn more about the juicing lifestyle, this resource is for you.

This episode covers:

- David's personal philosophy on juicing

- Tips and tricks to get you started

- Why + how David created the PURE Juicer and what makes it different

- The different types of juicers such as centrifugal and cold-pressed juicers

- What is the difference between blending and juicing

- The benefits of raw enzymes when using juice as a healing modality

- The ideal amount of juice to drink in a day

- Defining the Periodic Table of Juicing

- How to clean your vegetable before juicing

- Recommendations for juice cleansing

- Some favorite, go-to recipes

Resources:

IG: @PureJuicer

The Periodic Table of Juicing

Pure Juicer Hydraulic Cold Press Juicer

The Daily Detox

Connect:

IG: @carlyloveskale

web: carlybrownwellness.com