Michael Aaron Milligan is an actor best known for his roles in Hunting Wives, F1, and Outer Banks. His latest role is one of a hitman known as "Chameleon" in the upcoming film, "Blood Behind Us," which premieres at the Dallas International Film Festival on April 26, 2026.

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Karen Horwitz is a former elementary school teacher and the author of, "A Graver Danger."

Learn more at https://endteacherabuse.org

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Education Reform and Whistleblowing

Karen and Nate discussed their shared mission of helping people find ownership and purpose. Karen explained her concept of "white chalk crime," which she trademarked in 2002 to describe corruption in the education system, where problem teachers are fired while schools continue receiving government funding. The conversation began to touch on Karen's experience as a whistleblower and her work in education reform.

Educational Corruption Experience Sharing

Karen shared her experience as a fourth-grade teacher in the northern suburbs of Chicago where she discovered corruption in the mid-1990s. She described how a young principal targeted older teachers and violated laws regarding age discrimination, leading Karen to consult a lawyer about filing an age discrimination case. When the superintendent threatened to make her life miserable if she created trouble, Karen decided to document the issues and speak out, eventually choosing to focus on reporting educational corruption rather than teaching.

Education System Corruption Issues

Karen discussed her experiences with corruption in the education system, particularly regarding age discrimination and the protection of problematic teachers. She provided an example of a teacher who was placed on unpaid leave after filing an assault charge against a principal, while another teacher who showed naked pictures to students was merely moved to another school. Karen explained that she had threatened to sue the district due to age discrimination practices, and mentioned her discovery of election fraud in her district where officials were re-elected despite not addressing the issues.

Principal's Inappropriate Decision Making

Karen discussed her experiences with a young principal who made inappropriate decisions, including moving her from 4th grade to 5th grade to teach science, which Karen believed was an attempt to make her quit. Karen explained that the principal had also reassigned an older librarian to a floating substitute position and had treated several teachers poorly. Nate questioned Karen's interpretation of the principal's motives, particularly regarding the science teaching assignment, suggesting that the principal's actions might not have been discriminatory.

Teacher Abuse in School Systems

Karen discussed her experiences with teacher abuse and described how school districts can be "mafia-like" in their operations. She shared specific examples, including a case of a Florida teacher who was criminally indicted after preventing a potential school shooting, and the Roslyn School District scandal in New York involving financial misconduct by administrators. Karen explained that in her view, school systems often prefer problematic teachers, including potentially pedophile teachers, over those who would challenge authority or report misconduct, as the latter tend to build positive relationships with parents which districts seek to avoid.

Public School System Corruption Issues

Karen discussed her observations of systemic issues in public school systems across the United States, claiming that over 50% of schools exhibit problematic behavior similar to a "mafia" structure. She shared the specific case of Ed Coben, a teacher who was allegedly framed for a mass shooting at a Miami-Dade public school and later received a small settlement after retiring. Karen explained that many competent teachers are silenced or pushed out of the system, with the remaining teachers either complicit in inappropriate practices or being used as pawns in administrative conflicts. She argued that these issues have created division between homeschooling parents and those still involved in traditional schools, while the actual problem lies with corrupt administrators who prioritize control over education quality.

Modern Education Challenges Discussion

Karen and Nate discussed the challenges in modern education, particularly regarding how controversial issues like gender identity and furries are used to distract from more serious problems. Karen explained how these distractions prevent teachers from addressing real issues with troubled students, potentially contributing to school shootings. She emphasized the need for more teachers like herself who can connect with and help troubled students, contrasting with younger teachers who focus more on popular culture. The conversation also touched on the complexity of trans issues and how effective democratic schools with supportive teachers could address these challenges.

Education Reform and Systemic Issues

Karen discussed her experiences and observations in education, asserting that administrators often pressure teachers to be less caring, creating a hostile environment that can lead to the removal of dedicated educators. She attributed much of the problem to systemic issues, including corruption and mismanagement of funds, rather than malicious intent by all administrators. Karen emphasized the need for reform in education to restore democracy and protect students' well-being, highlighting her ongoing efforts through her websites and book, "A Graver Danger." Nate expressed concerns about the complexity and messaging of Karen's arguments, encouraging her to clarify her key grievances for broader impact.

Conclusion

Nate interviewed Karen Horwitz, author of "A Graver Danger: White Chalk Crime - The Stunning First Ever Explanation for School Shootings and How We End Them," about her 30-year investigation into corruption in public school systems. Karen described her experience as a whistleblower who was fired from her teaching position in 1999 after discovering age discrimination and other wrongdoing by administrators in her district. She claimed that more than 50% of school systems across America operate like "mafia operations" prioritizing money and control over student welfare, often protecting problematic teachers while targeting competent ones who question authority. Karen's research includes numerous examples of financial misconduct, administrative abuse, and systemic issues that she believes are destroying democracy and contributing to broader societal problems. She maintains websites documenting these issues and hopes her book will reach the next U.S. President to help reform the education system.

John Goldman is the founder of Rebel Health Alliance, a concierge medical team built around your optimization and longevity needs.

Learn more at https://rebelhealthalliance.io

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1. The "All In" Philosophy and Family Motivation

Commitment as a Prerequisite for Success: Both Nate and John agree that achieving extraordinary goals requires an "all-in" mentality, involving sacrifices that may seem "crazy" to others. John believes total dedication is necessary to build something from nothing.

Family is a 100% motivating factor: John's primary motivation is to demonstrate to his wife and children that one can achieve anything with full commitment. He believes actions are more impactful than words, as children observe their parents' behavior. The process of dedication itself is the real lesson he wants to set.

Parents should lead by example to instill a family culture of health and fitness: John believes he needed to be the leader in setting the tone for an athletic lifestyle. He taught his children various lifts and guided them into athletics, resulting in his daughter becoming a D1 rower, his son a college baseball pitcher, and his youngest a competitive volleyball player.

2. Personal Stories and Shifting Perspectives

Anecdote about LeBron James: Nate shares a personal story of his brother playing against LeBron James in high school. LeBron, already famous, dunked on his brother, leaving him devastated at the time.

A negative experience can become a treasured memory over time: The "posterizing" incident with LeBron is now a glorious family memory, commemorated with a signed picture. This illustrates the observation that "the older you get, the smarter your parents get," as their parents had predicted this shift in perspective.

3. Marathon Training: Past Failures and New Strategy

Using a generic AI training app for a marathon can be ineffective: John trained for his first marathon using a running app, which led to a poor race experience where he "conked out" at mile 20.

Overemphasis on speed work without a sufficient aerobic base is a flawed strategy: The app prescribed too much speed work without building a strong aerobic base (Zone 1/Zone 2), which is crucial for endurance and burning fat for fuel.

Low heart rate (Zone 2) training significantly improves running efficiency: Working with a coach, John has spent four months training almost exclusively in Zone 2. This has improved his "easy pace" from 12:30/mile to 9:30/mile while maintaining the same low heart rate (capped at 130-135 bpm).

The training goal is to build a large aerobic base before adding speed work: The strategy is to continue base-building until July before incorporating sharpening workouts like intervals and tempo runs, aiming for a consistent race pace.

4. Comprehensive Training Regimen

Weekly Running Schedule with Cross-Training: The weekly schedule includes 6 days of running (easy runs, extended runs with intervals, speed work, and a progressive long run) and active recovery (10,000-meter row on the off day). John strongly prefers running outdoors, even in extreme weather, instead of using a treadmill.

Specific Strength Training for Runners: The regimen includes two days of strength training focusing on unilateral movements (e.g., single-leg RDLs), core work, and mobility to build functional strength and prevent injury.

Meticulous Diet and Nutrition Strategy: Following a plan from a performance dietitian, John cycles his calories and macronutrients based on training intensity (2200-2900 calories). He tracks every gram of food to systematically reach his target race weight while ensuring he is properly fueled.

5. Physical and Mental Transformation

Endurance training has led to significant physiological changes: Through Zone 2 training, John's resting heart rate has dropped from the 70s to the low 40s, his HRV has improved from ~20 to ~80, and he has lost 35 pounds.

Shifting from a power/strength focus to endurance is mentally challenging: Having been a 245 lb powerlifter, John finds it "disheartening" to see his lifting numbers decrease as he actively tries to lose another 25 pounds. This involves reducing protein intake and his TRT dose, which "cuts against everything" he has done before.

Mental preparation is paramount for endurance: Referencing the book "How Bad Do You Want It?", John emphasizes that the brain often quits before the body. He uses mental dissociation techniques, like the "elephant and the rider" analogy, to observe pain without letting it overwhelm him. He believes ultimate success is determined by meticulous preparation, making race day a matter of "stone cold execution."

6. The Goal: Boston Marathon

Event and Qualifying Time: John is running the Indianapolis Monumental Marathon on November 7th. To qualify for the 2028 Boston Marathon, he is targeting a time of 3 hours and 15 minutes, which is faster than the 3:20:00 required for his age group (Men 50-54) to ensure a spot.

Uncertainty about future fitness identity: After the marathon, John is unsure if he will continue the "skinny runner" lifestyle or return to powerlifting, though he suspects he will want to perform well at Boston.

7. Rebel Health's High-Performance Service

Integrated Team Approach for Optimization: John's company, Rebel Health, provides clients with an integrated team (doctor, strength coach, dietitian, genetic counselor) to create a unified plan for moving from "90 percent to 99 percent" in their health and performance.

Conclusion

The conversation details John's "all in" journey to qualify for the Boston Marathon, a goal driven by a desire to set an example of dedication for his children. Transitioning from a powerlifter to an endurance athlete, he has adopted a highly structured regimen. Key takeaways are that a family culture of fitness has a lasting impact, and for marathon training, a methodical approach focused on building a strong aerobic base through low-heart-rate (Zone 2) training is superior to generic, speed-focused apps. Supported by an expert team from his company, Rebel Health, John's approach integrates a demanding physical schedule, a meticulous diet, and specific mental preparation techniques. This journey has led to dramatic improvements in his running efficiency and health metrics but also involves the difficult mental and physical shift of reshaping his body for endurance over power.

Dr. Izzy Justice is a sports neuroscientist, golf enthusiast, and 5-time ironman finisher whose latest book, "Life Explained: Chasing 10Hz," is a roadmap for those looking to optimize performance, focus and clarity.

Learn more at https://drizzyjustice.com

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I. The Untapped Frontier of Performance: Understanding the Brain

The conversation begins by highlighting a fundamental paradox: while the human brain is the "quarterback" of both the human experience and athletic performance, most people know very little about it. Dr. Justice asserts that if a person can describe their shoes in more detail than their brain, they are already underperforming in life. He outlines several key reasons for this knowledge gap. Historically, studying the living brain was prohibitively dangerous, as attempts to operate on it often resulted in paralysis or death. Furthermore, the brain is immensely complex, containing 80 to 90 billion neurons within a three-and-a-half-pound mass, all of which must collaborate for a person to process the world, make decisions, and regulate emotions.

A significant breakthrough occurred around 2015 with the advent of wireless technology that allowed for non-invasive observation of the brain in real-time. Before this, brain research was largely confined to a clinical setting, focusing on fixing what was "broken" (e.g., Alzheimer's, concussions, epilepsy). This clinical focus was driven by funding, as "money follows research," and there is significant financial incentive to develop drugs and protocols for diseases. Consequently, research into functional performance for healthy, everyday individuals has been historically underfunded and overlooked. Dr. Justice notes his work fills this void, and he has conducted nearly 21,000 functional scans, looking into the brain in the moments just before a person attempts a high-performance task.

II. Decoding Brain Activity: Functional Scans and the 10 Hertz Principle

Dr. Justice explains that the fundamental language of the brain is electricity, which operates as a vibration measured in cycles per second (hertz). He provides an analogy to a light bulb: a 200-watt bulb is brighter than a 20-watt bulb because its filament vibrates at a higher frequency. The brain operates on a similar, albeit more complex, scale. Using a simplified 0-100 hertz scale, he illustrates that a brain state between 0-5 Hz corresponds to sleep, while a state near 100 Hz signifies panic or high stress.

The "magic" for peak performance, he reveals, happens at approximately 10 hertz. At this low-frequency state, mental "traffic" or "noise" is minimal. This lack of internal competition allows for two crucial things to happen:

1. Amplified Sensory Input: What a person sees, hears, and feels is processed with greater clarity. For a golfer, the hole appears larger and the line of the putt is clearer.
2. Mind-Body Cohesion: The connection between sensory perception and motor function becomes seamless.

Conversely, as the brain's frequency increases to 30, 50, or even 70-80 Hz, it is cluttered with distracting thoughts like "Don't mess this up" or "I have to make this." This internal battle suppresses sensory input and disrupts motor control, leading to a high probability of failure; for instance, a golfer at 70-80 Hz has a 90% chance of missing a putt. Dr. Justice uses a non-invasive device resembling a cap or sweatband to measure this electrical activity. While the scan reveals the frequency (the "how bad or good"), he determines the content of the thoughts by debriefing with the athlete afterward. Over thousands of scans, he has become adept at predicting a person's brain state to within five hertz based on their verbal and non-verbal cues, including the 43 facial muscles.

III. The 10 Hertz State in Action: Neuro-Hacking for a Quieter Mind

Dr. Justice emphasizes that achieving a 10 hertz state is not as elusive as it may seem and introduces the concept of a "neurohack"—a rapid technique to lower brain frequency. Unlike traditional methods like meditation or yoga, which are time-consuming and impractical in a performance setting, a neurohack can be performed in seconds without any special equipment.

He then guides Nate through a practical demonstration of the "10-10" neurohack:

1. Count up quickly: Mentally count from one to ten as fast as possible.
2. Count down slowly: Immediately afterward, mentally count back down from ten to one as slowly as possible.

The entire exercise takes approximately 15 seconds. The rapid count-up briefly spikes brain activity, while the slow, deliberate count-down guides the brain toward the calmer 10 hertz state. Dr. Justice states that this 15-second cognitive exercise can produce the same calming benefit as five to twenty minutes of traditional meditation. The key insight is that an individual does not need to maintain a 10 hertz state all day; they only need to access it in the critical seconds immediately preceding an important action, making it a reasonable and achievable goal.

IV. Applying the 10 Hertz Principle to Sports Performance

The conversation explores how the 10 hertz principle applies differently across various sports. For athletes in continuous, high-reaction sports like boxing, MMA, or Nate's sport of Jiu Jitsu, maintaining a 10 hertz state for the entire duration of the match is critical. In these contexts, sensory input is paramount for anticipating an opponent's movements, and any mental interference or internal thought can result in getting hit. Dr. Justice advises Nate to perform the 10-10 neurohack repeatedly for two to three minutes before his upcoming tournament to prime his brain for this state of heightened sensory awareness.

In contrast, sports with significant downtime, like golf, present a different mental challenge. A five-hour round of golf involves less than ten minutes of actual swinging; the rest of the time is spent walking and thinking. This downtime can be a "curse," as it allows negative thoughts to build after a poor shot. However, Dr. Justice reframes this downtime as a "gift"—a series of natural timeouts. A golfer doesn't need to be at 10 hertz for five hours, only in the 5-10 seconds before each shot. After a bad shot, a golfer can use a neurohack while walking to the ball to reset their brain state, a luxury not afforded in other sports.

The discussion also touches on Tiger Woods, with Dr. Justice speculating that in his prime, he was a master of accessing the 10 hertz state over his shots. He concludes by noting a universal truth among the elite athletes he treats at "rock bottom": 100% of them are living with excessive noise in their heads, operating at chronically high frequencies of 60, 70, or 80 hertz. The fix, therefore, is to teach them how to quiet their minds.

V. Resources for Mastering the Brain

Dr. Justice provides resources for listeners interested in learning more about his work and applying these principles. His tenth and latest book, "Life Explained: Chasing 10 Hertz," is written to make the complex science of the brain accessible to everyone. The book argues that happiness and high performance are not mysteries but are the direct result of learning to guide the brain toward the 10 hertz state when it matters most.

For practical application and to learn additional neurohacks, he mentions his companion app, Neuro580. The app costs approximately eight dollars per month and is designed to be used for a month or two to learn and internalize the techniques for achieving a calmer, more focused brain state.

Dr. Stephanie Rimka is a pioneering clinician who authored the book, "Receive: The Dance of Feminine Power."

Learn more at https://drrimka.com

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1. Vision for Treatment Islands

Ambition to build residential centers on multiple islands

Preference to remain near the United States and in jurisdictions allowing gun ownership

2. Challenges with International Patients and Systems

Difficulties treating patients from Australia and Canada

Systemic obstacles to providing care across borders

3. COVID-19 Era Reflections and Medical Discourse

Early preparedness with peptide therapies and supportive protocols -- At the pandemic's onset, certain clinicians organized protocols incorporating peptides (e.g., thymosin alpha-1), nicotine, methylene blue, and adjuncts like ivermectin and hydroxychloroquine to support immunity and nutrient delivery, leveraging prior peptide therapy experience.

Belief that the pandemic response was misleading and coercive

Censorship and platform restrictions -- Recounting bans and throttling on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook, resorting to coded language (e.g., "cupcake") to avoid content moderation and experiencing extended live bans.

4. Social Media Enforcement and Pharmaceutical Influence

Allegation of coordinated reporting by Eli Lilly -- Dr. Rimka says Instagram notified her that Eli Lilly reported her account, coinciding with actions against peers. She speculates that microdosing education threatened sales by reducing dosing volume.

Selective enforcement and inconsistent standards -- Frustration is expressed over perceived preferential treatment of similar content by others and retroactive flagging of archived posts, reinforcing a sense of targeted suppression.

5. Regulatory Changes in Peptide Therapy

Historical context and global research base

Reclassification and access restrictions post-COVID -- Key peptides (e.g., TA1) became difficult to source after regulatory changes limiting compounding pharmacies. Clinicians turned to research-use-only and international sources, creating delays and uncertainty, which Rimka attributes to pharmaceutical efforts to limit widespread peptide use.

Shift toward FDA approvals and evolving legal landscape

6. Regulatory Reclassification, Patents, and Natural Substances

Peptides are naturally occurring and should not be restricted

Pharma patents delivery systems/binders to capture markets

7. Pharma Influence and COVID-19 Coordination Claims

Early warnings from contacts in China -- Dr. Rimka cites late-2019 warnings from contacts in Hong Kong/Shanghai who moved to Singapore and ceased WeChat communications, interpreted as signals of impending danger.

Pharma's dominant role over government -- Assertions that pharma influences U.S. policy and suspect foul play in COVID-19's origins, drawing parallels to alleged bioweapon narratives involving Lyme disease and alpha-gal syndrome.

8. Intent Behind Global Response to COVID-19

Population control and compliance -- Mass vaccination and public health measures were designed to control and desensitize populations, testing compliance via mandates and social cues.

Desensitization to tracking and bio-integrated technologies -- Warn of normalization of biometrics, implanted chips, and digital credentials, eroding autonomy and reshaping identity.

9. Vaccination Schedules, Immune Claims, and Endocrine Concerns

Modern immunization schedules are excessive -- The interlocutors argue current infant vaccine schedules are unprecedentedly large compared to past generations.

Rejection of autoimmune disease concept

Vaccines and environmental endocrine disruptors -- Vaccine components and environmental chemicals (BPA, phthalates, microplastics) may influence sexuality and identity, citing animal studies and extrapolating to human exposures.

10. Nanotechnology, Frequencies, and Neurofeedback

Potential for nano-chips/robots to alter physiology -- Dr. Rimka references public claims of nanotechnology capable of modulating cellular function and suggests undisclosed uses may exist, potentially via injections or environmental exposure.

Brain manipulation and external frequency influences -- As a neurofeedback practitioner, Dr. Rimka describes modulating brain states via EEG-guided training and hypothesize that external infrastructures (e.g., 5G towers) could emit localized pulses affecting sleep, fatigue, and headaches.

11. Autism, Vaccine Injury, and Institutional Trust

Correlation between vaccines and neurotoxicity -- The conversation frames vaccination as a high risk, referencing vaccine injury claims and the existence of a Vaccine Court, attributing neurotoxic effects to schedule components.

CDC and FDA as misinformation sources

12. Personal Safety, Loss, and Public Pressure

Denial of suicidality and acknowledgment of pressure -- Dr. Rimka confirms she is not suicidal, reflecting on past fears during heightened public controversy and the burden of advocacy when her child was young.

Partner's death and suspected vaccine link

Practitioner deaths and mentor loss -- A period of suspicious deaths among functional health practitioners, including her mentor, Dr. John Hicks, amplifying her sense of risk in the field.

13. Vaccine Lot Variability and Experimental Control Claims

Variable vaccine lots and possible placebos -- Some vaccine lots may have been placebos, implying controlled experimentation and differential risk among recipients.

14. Peptides and Early Pandemic Protocols

TA1, nicotine, methylene blue, ivermectin, and hydroxychloroquine -- Dr. Rimka details clinician-driven "stacking" strategies combining TA1 with nicotine and methylene blue, alongside ivermectin and hydroxychloroquine, to enhance immune support, nutrient delivery, and reduce dosages during shortages. Public awareness of peptides was limited at the time.

15. Lyme Disease, Alpha-gal, and Non-Vaccine Strategies

Lyme and alpha-gal as engineered threats -- Dr. Rimka characterizes Lyme disease as man-made with multiple vectors and views alpha-gal syndrome as unprecedented and possibly engineered, linking observed field anomalies to concerning patterns and anticipated vaccine rollouts.

System optimization and aggressive post-bite protocols -- Recommended approaches include immune modulation, readiness with specific products, and rapid "killing and binding" after bites. CellCore Biosciences protocols spanning 10–12 months for chelation and pathogen elimination are endorsed, with guidance to work with trained clinicians.

Electromagnetic devices and mitochondrial charge -- Bob Beck protocol devices (e.g., SOTA) and frequency-based tools to raise cellular/mitochondrial charge, positing cellular voltage as a fundamental determinant of recovery capacity.

Practical toolkit -- Suggested on-hand items include DMSO, turpentine, ivermectin, silver, specific devices, peptides like TA1, and tinctures for Borrelia and Babesia, with an emphasis on early, aggressive intervention.

16. Public Communication, Professional Constraints, and Promotion

Polarizing messaging and informed consent

Tension between education and platform policy

Credentials, partnerships, and book -- Dr. Rimka discusses her book, "Receive: The Dance of Feminine Power," emphasizing balanced masculine-feminine energies, honoring reception to reduce burnout, and reflections on motherhood and work. She also suggests a peptide stack (Klotho, Follistatin, Cell Factor).

Kelly Cervantes is a writer, speaker, blogger, and rare disease advocate who lost her 3-year-old daughter to a severe form of epilepsy in 2019. Her newest book, "The Luckiest: A Memoir of Love, Loss, Motherhood, and the Pursuit of Self," is a memoir detailing her personal growth through life's ultimate turmoil.

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Josh Williams is a State Representative (R-OH) who is running for U.S. Congress in Ohio's 9th District. The Republican primary takes place on May 5, 2026.

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Bernie Kosar is a former NFL quarterback and Cleveland Browns legend who led the team to three AFC Championship games in the 1980's. Throughout his post-career, he has faced an array of health issues, including liver cirrhosis, early symptoms of Parkinson's disease, and early-stage dementia. In November 2025, he received a life-saving liver transplant from 21-year old Bryce Dunlap.

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Kavita Ahuja is the founder of It's My Time Now!, a career and life transitions consulting firm helping women rediscover and reinvent themselves. She also hosts The Midlife Reinvention Podcast.

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