The Chiro-Factor

In this special student edition of The Chiro-Factor, Dr. Brad Glowaki and Dr. James Chestnut sit down with Parker University chiropractic students for an intimate Q&A session in Dallas. The hosts address common misconceptions about chiropractic research, share practical advice for new graduates, and discuss the essential elements of building a successful, fulfilling practice. From marketing strategies to patient education, this episode delivers crucial insights for students and new docs looking to thrive in their chiropractic careers.🎯 Grab your seats to the Best Practices Seminar here: https://www.levelupmentoring.rocks/bestpracticesEpisode Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction and setup for student edition02:39 - Addressing misconceptions about chiropractic research and evidence08:33 - The importance of patient education and wellness care17:00 - Marketing strategies and practice growth fundamentals25:14 - Building a practice on three pillars: Education, Evidence, and Systems32:24 - Defining your unique practice model and market positioning40:15 - Investment mindset and financial planning for new graduates47:28 - Handling patient questions and building trust54:31 - Balancing student loans with practice growth1:01:17 - Creating sustainable marketing systems and patient referrals1:05:14 - Success versus fulfillment: Building a practice with integrity

In this special edition of The Chiro Factor, Dr. Brad Glowaki and Dr. James Chestnut sit down with Del Bigtree—former Emmy-nominated producer of "The Doctors," founder of ICAN (Informed Consent Action Network), and former Head of Communications for Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s presidential campaign. Del shares his remarkable journey from Hollywood to the front lines of medical freedom, the explosive story behind the unpublished Henry Ford Hospital vaccinated vs. unvaccinated study, and his vision for building a new holistic healthcare infrastructure called Wisdom.🎯 Grab your seats to the Best Practices Seminar here: https://www.levelupmentoring.rocks/bestpracticesEpisode Timestamps:0:00 – Introduction: Del Bigtree's background and why this episode is special2:22 – Welcome and guest introduction6:39 – Del's career producing "The Doctors" and his holistic upbringing26:22 – Why chiropractors should avoid Medicare/Medicaid & the dangers of government funding38:44 – ICAN: The nonprofit fighting for medical freedom through lawsuits and transparency42:27 – The origin story of "An Inconvenient Study" and Dr. Marcus Zervos50:00 – Research methodology explained: RCTs, double-blind studies, and retrospective analysis1:02:18 – The NIH meeting with Fauci and the DTP study from Guinea-Bissau, Africa1:07:02 – Hydroxychloroquine, ivermectin, and blocked treatments during COVID1:09:00 – The shocking results: 83% of unvaccinated children chronic-illness-free vs. 43% vaccinated1:19:31 – Why Dr. Zervos refused to publish: "I will be personally ruined"1:27:23 – Wisdom: Del's vision for a non-drug modality healthcare platform1:30:35 – Call to action and closing thoughts

In this bonus episode, Glow sits down with Del Bigtree, the award-winning filmmaker and director of communications for RFK Jr.'s campaign, to discuss the game-changing Henry Ford vaccinated vs. unvaccinated study and his documentary "An Inconvenient Study" that just won Best Film at the Malibu Film Festival. Dell reveals how this groundbreaking study, found vaccinated children are 2.5 times more likely to have chronic diseases. With Senator Ron Johnson's help publishing the study on the Senate website, Del's documentary is now garnering over 50 million views worldwide and sparking debates from the Australian Senate to the European Parliament. The conversation explores how this scientific breakthrough is shifting the healthcare paradigm, the importance of the chiropractic profession in this historic moment, and Del's upcoming live appearance at Best Practices Dallas.🎯 Grab your seats to the Best Practices Seminar here: https://www.levelupmentoring.rocks/bestpracticesEpisode Timestamps:0:00 - Introduction and Del's Malibu Film Festival win for "An Inconvenient Study" documentary4:00 - The Henry Ford Study backstory: From the 2016 challenge to 2020 execution and suppression8:30 - Global impact: Australian Senate debates and international recognition of the findings11:30 - The shift from defensive to offensive position in healthcare reform15:00 - Building a true healthcare system vs. sick-care system20:00 - Del's spiritual perspective23:00 - Call to action for chiropractors and natural health practitioners27:30 - Details about Del's live appearance at Best Practices Dallas

Dr. Brad Glowaki and Dr. James Chestnut deliver a powerhouse episode packed with scientific research on lifestyle medicine and its impact on health outcomes. Learn how to leverage evidence-based lifestyle education to build cultural authority, attract new patients, and position yourself as an essential healthcare asset. This episode provides actionable insights on vitamin D, omega-3s, probiotics, exercise, and stress management—all backed by compelling research you can immediately apply in patient education and corporate talks.🎯 Grab your seats to the Best Practices Seminar here: https://www.levelupmentoring.rocks/bestpracticesEpisode Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction: The importance of science in patient education01:26 - Building cultural authority through lifestyle expertise05:07 - Strategic positioning as a healthcare asset vs. solicitor10:18 - Corporate talk strategies: Getting in and filling seats15:00 - Vitamin D research and supplementation guidelines25:30 - Omega-3 fatty acids: Brain health and inflammation35:45 - The probiotic revolution and gut health45:20 - Exercise as medicine: Research on movement and mortality55:00 - Stress, cortisol, and the hippocampus connection1:05:30 - Sleep optimization and health outcomes1:15:00 - Practical implementation strategies for practice growth1:25:45 - Converting lifestyle education into new patients1:35:00 - Best Practices seminar announcement and closing thoughts

In this special live episode recorded at a Level Up private client event in Las Vegas, Dr. Brad Glowaki and Dr. James Chestnut field questions from 250 chiropractors about essential nutrients, practice growth, and the MAHA movement. The episode features powerful insights on omega-3s, vitamin D, pregnancy health, and practical strategies for building thriving wellness practices.🎯 Grab your seats to the Best Practices Seminar here: https://www.levelupmentoring.rocks/bestpracticesEpisode Timestamps:00:00 - Opening & Introduction to Live Episode Format02:42 - Signi's Question: Omega-3, Vitamin D & Pregnancy Brain07:31 - Leaky Gut in Babies vs Adults & Breastfeeding Science10:00 - Essential vs Optional Nutrients Discussion24:41 - Josh from Australia: "It's Just a Decision" - Practice Growth Mindset30:00 - Seeing 54 Patients Per Hour: The Wellness Practice Model47:05 - Dan's Question: Switching Patients from Low-Quality Supplements54:56 - Casey Johnson: MAHA Movement & Making Yourself Healthy Again1:02:56 - Tribute to Charlie Kirk & The Future of Healthcare

Join Dr. Brad Glowaki and James Chestnut for a historic episode of The Chiro-Factor as they sit down with legendary chiropractor Dr. Lou Sportelli, a firsthand witness and key player in the landmark Wilk vs. AMA antitrust case. Dr. Sportelli, who graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1962 and served as president of NCMIC, shares the untold story of how he received classified documents from an AMA insider known as "Sore Throat" and helped expose the medical establishment's systematic campaign to "contain and eliminate" the chiropractic profession.🎯 Grab your EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT on seats to the Best Practices Seminar here: https://www.levelupmentoring.rocks/bestpracticesEpisode Timestamps:0:00 - Introduction: Breaking from the norm for a special guest3:02 - Meet Dr. Lou Sportelli: Palmer graduate and chiropractic legend11:35 - 1963: Opening practice as AMA forms Committee on Quackery15:00 - Post-graduate education and building clinical competence22:03 - The evolution from survival to involvement in the fight27:04 - Stephen Barrett and the Lehigh Valley Committee Against Health Fraud29:20 - Scientology's role in infiltrating the AMA43:14 - The "Sore Throat" package: Receiving classified AMA documents47:07 - Finding George McAndrews: The attorney who took on the AMA1:00:00 - Evidence-based medicine vs. medicine-based evidence debate1:08:56 - The brilliance of the AMA's propaganda campaign1:18:32 - Life during the Wilk trial and AMA's desperate measures1:26:27 - Victory and its aftermath: The win that changed everything1:42:37 - The stroke scare campaigns of the 1990s and NCMIC's response1:54:15 - Moving away from the adjustment: A dangerous trend1:59:16 - Three keys to chiropractic practice success2:08:08 - Political differences, human bonds, and Jerry Clum story2:10:00 - Closing thoughts and future of the profession2:14:00 - Bonus audio: Dr. Chester Wilk and George McAndrews in their own wordsThis episode reveals how past propaganda still affects chiropractors today and why understanding this history is crucial for the profession's future. Dr. Sportelli's insights on maintaining adjustment-centered practices, building professional camaraderie, and fighting for chiropractic's rightful place in healthcare are essential listening for every chiropractor.

In this explosive episode, Dr. Brad Glowaki and Dr. James Chestnut expose the massive cholesterol medication fraud that's robbing healthcare systems of billions while harming patients. They reveal the shocking truth about statin drugs, the "washout period" scandal, and how pharmaceutical companies manipulate data to hide devastating side effects.🎯 TICKETS JUST DROPPED! Grab your EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT on seats to the Best Practices Seminar here: https://www.levelupmentoring.rocks/bestpracticesEpisode Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction & Big Announcements02:30 - Best Practices Seminar Tour Announcement (USA, Australia, UK)10:00 - The Ethical Millionaire Mindset for Chiropractors17:00 - The Cholesterol Conspiracy Begins25:00 - The "Washout Period" Fraud Exposed31:00 - Relative vs. Absolute Risk: How They Lie with Numbers38:00 - The Real History of Cholesterol Research45:00 - Vitamin D: The Immune System Game-Changer52:00 - Essential Nutrients vs. Supplementation Explained58:00 - The Sunshine Act: Legal Kickbacks to Doctors62:00 - Final ThoughtsDiscover why statins only add 3.2 days to your life while causing dementia, diabetes, and muscle damage. Learn the difference between essential nutrients and supplementation, and how vitamin D can reduce breast cancer by 80%. This episode will fundamentally change how you view modern medicine and empower you to practice with unshakeable confidence.

In this emotionally charged episode, Dr. Brad and Dr. James Chestnut explore the profound impact of chiropractic legends and the responsibility of current practitioners to carry the torch forward. Featuring heartfelt tributes to the late Dr. Gerry Clum and discussions on professional mentorship, this episode examines how today's leaders are building upon the sacrifices and vision of chiropractic pioneers.Episode Timestamps:00:00 - Evidence Standards & Research Needs for Chiropractic Claims05:21 - Fast Responder Protocols & Essential Nutrients Discussion15:00 - Essential Nutrients vs. Supplements: Setting the Record Straight22:39 - Nurturing the Next Generation: Why Young Chiropractors Matter31:15 - The "Lost Generation" Problem & Practice Model Evolution40:28 - Professional Identity: Being vs. Doing Chiropractic45:00 - Standing Against Bullies: The Insurance Audit White Paper Story55:00 - Above the Line Education: Redefining Chiropractic Training1:01:00 - Emotional Tribute to Dr. Gerry Clum: A Giant's Legacy1:23:31 - The Revolution Continues: Passing the Torch ForwardDiscover how legendary figures like Dr. Gerry Clum shaped today's chiropractic leaders and why mentorship is crucial for the profession's future.

In this extended episode of The Chiro Factor, Dr. Brad Glowaki and Dr. James Chestnut break down the essential elements of a successful chiropractic practice. They cover everything from attracting new patients and creating effective care plans to understanding the science behind chiropractic care.Timestamps:0:00:00 - Introduction and episode overview0:04:15 - The two-part success recipe: driving in new patients and putting them on plans0:12:48 - How to effectively structure different types of health talks0:20:50 - Adding value through patient education and candor0:32:00 - Scientific evidence supporting chiropractic over pharmaceuticals0:43:00 - Understanding chronic inflammation and adaptation0:55:00 - Creating effective care plans based on evidence1:10:00 - Overcoming patient objections and maintaining certainty1:25:00 - The stimulus-response relationship in patient care1:40:00 - Dosage in care plans and converting to wellness care

Join Dr. Brad Glowaki and Dr. James Chestnut as they reflect on their successful "Best Practices" seminar series in this special outdoor recording from the iconic Sydney Opera House. Despite being tired from two full days of teaching and battling unexpected rain, the doctors share valuable insights from their global pilot tour that took them to the US, UK, and Australia.Timestamps:0:00 - Intro3:57 - Impressions of the enthusiastic Australian audience and the pivotal weekend6:25 - Discussion about the profession needing to regain its confidence post-pandemic8:24 - The value of live vs. virtual teaching and the synergistic teaching dynamic between the hosts12:47 - The importance of authentic patient care and genuine relationships in practice building