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Be Informed. Be Well. With John Malanca

77 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 months ago -

United Patients Group presents the "Be Informed. Be Well." Podcast with John Malanca. For over a decade, John has been the trusted authority in educating and informing audiences about medical cannabis and the realms of health and wellness. His profound understanding of cannabis, the endocannabinoid system, patient requirements, and disease management, coupled with his genuine care for his audience, has made him a beloved figure among industry leaders.

Throughout the years, John has interviewed numerous experts, including MDs, RNs, Scientists, Pharmacists, Government Officials, and Patients, offering invaluable insights. His global recognition in cannabis therapeutics is a testament to his commitment to integrity within the field. With a foundation built on trust and truth, even in a rapidly evolving industry, John's adeptness at extracting crucial information from his guests has debunked myths and shattered stigmas associated with this remarkable plant.

As the Host and co-creator of the acclaimed docu-series, "The Sacred Plant," which attracted nearly a million followers, John takes pride in his work that has propelled conversations about cannabis therapeutics globally. An advocate for wellness and an athlete himself, John covers various aspects of diet, exercise, health maintenance, and a wholesome lifestyle in his interviews. He extends beyond cannabis, promoting wellness while leveraging his influence to combat suffering and the declining health prevalent in modern society.

Recognized in Forbes and invited to speak before integrative oncologists and notably at the US Capital in Washington DC, John Malanca stands as an authority bridging the gap between cannabis and health industries.

Join John Malanca as he navigates the intricate landscapes of cannabis and health, empowering audiences to Be Informed and Be Well.

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Kevin Hoffarth, MD on COVID, CBD, the Impact of Emotion on Health, and More!

October 07, 2020 03:00 - 1 hour - 64.7 MB

“Your health is a life-time river, winding and flowing throughout the years, and it reacts to what you do, how you treat yourself, your life experiences.  Eventually everyone hits the waterfall which is that free fall into a health event.”  Dr. Kevin Hoffarth Treat yourself to better health and wellness as host John Malanca discusses the impact of stress, life events, nutrition, cannabis and more in this informative podcast with Kevin Hoffarth, MD.   Dr. Hoffarth, self-described as anti-ca...

Straight Talking Cannabis, Children, and the Government with Dr. Bonni Goldstein

September 30, 2020 03:00 - 1 hour - 62.2 MB

In this podcast, John Malanca speaks with long-time friend and colleague Dr. Bonni Goldstein, pediatrician, author, educator, and doctor to children who suffer primarily from uncontrolled seizures.  A determined specialist, she fully understands the peril these children face.  In her honest and engaging manner, Dr. Goldstein discusses what cannabis means to patients who have failed conventional therapy and is often the last resort. Bonni Goldstein, MD is a sought-after speaker and educator ...

It’s All Cannabis! Join John Malanca as he Talks all Things Cannabis with Dr. Mary Clifton

September 23, 2020 07:00 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MB

Dr. Mary Clifton proudly joins a new breed of physicians entering the cannabis space.  These are doctors who are not content with writing a simple annual certificate.  While many patients are often thrilled to not only live in a legal state but to get a doctor who will write the state required “cert”; Dr. Mary Clifton likes to talk to her patients about their new experience with an ancient plant. In this unscripted and informative interview, John and Dr. Clifton discuss cannabis, the good, ...

Cannabis, Neuroscience, and Treatments for Brain Conditions. Dr. Daniel Stein

September 15, 2020 22:00 - 1 hour - 57.6 MB

Dr. Daniel Stein, a respected Neurologist opens up to United Patients Group John Malanca, as he discusses incorporating eastern and holistic medicine into traditionally trained physicians’ and healthcare professional practice.  He acknowledges that talented doctors bring a combination of the art and science of medicine—which is particularly important when introducing cannabis therapy to western-trained physicians. Dr. Daniel Stein is one of John Malanca’s favorite go-to Neurologists, who ca...

Dr. Matthew Halpert - An inside look at Medterra CBD

September 09, 2020 07:00 - 57 minutes - 39.2 MB

Dr. Matthew Halpert holds a Ph.D from the University of Alabama and holds a faculty position at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Halpert is the Director of Research & Development at Medterra and is currently responsible for all its product related research and development.  These activities include performing pharmacological studies on CBD’s efficacy, while evaluating the latest peer reviewed publications on CBD. Matthew Halpert and John Malanca discuss his entry into the ...

Dr. Patricia Frye: Cannabis and its Role in the Treatment of Auto-Immune Diseases

September 02, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 54 MB

Dr. Patricia Frye, an integrative expert in cannabis and its action in auto-immune disease, is called upon by patients whose bodies are seemingly attacking themselves. This bizarre action by our own defense mechanism is often misunderstood and poorly treated. In this UPG podcast, John Malanca discusses cannabis and treating diseases when the battleground is within ourselves.  Most of us have heard of the struggles and often devastation caused when, for some unknown reason, approximately 10 ...

Dr. Patricia Frye: Cannabis and its Role in the Treatment of Auto-Immune Diseases

September 02, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 54 MB

Dr. Patricia Frye, an integrative expert in cannabis and its action in auto-immune disease, is called upon by patients whose bodies are seemingly attacking themselves. This bizarre action by our own defense mechanism is often misunderstood and poorly treated. In this UPG podcast, John Malanca discusses cannabis and treating diseases when the battleground is within ourselves.  Most of us have heard of the struggles and often devastation caused when, for some unknown reason, approximately 10 ...

Why Doesn’t My Body Like Me? Dr. Patricia Frye

September 02, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 54 MB

Dr. Patricia Frye discusses Cannabis and its role in the treatment of Auto-Immune Diseases, what they are and why our body attacks itself.

Wear your Mask! COVID in 2020; the Truth. Dr. Chintu Sharma

August 26, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 62.2 MB

Dr. Chintu Sharma, front-line physician, discusses the frightening truth about COVID and best practices for health and safety during this pandemic and is accustomed to sickness.  In this compelling interview with John Malanca, he describes a virus unlike anything he has ever seen.  Tune in and find out why. Chintu Sharma, MD a well-respected, Medical Director discusses the challenges faced by hospitalized COVID patients.  Just when he thought he had a grasp on the practice of medicine, th...

Wear your Mask! COVID 2020; the Truth. Dr. Chintu Sharma

August 26, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 62.2 MB

Dr. Chintu Sharma, our frontline physician, discusses the frightening truth about COVID and best practices for health and safety during this pandemic.

The Healer - Cannabis for health promotion and disease prevention. Dr. Dustin Sulak

August 19, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 57.8 MB

Dr. Dustin Sulak takes us on a journey of dosing, treatment and wellness using Cannabis in wellness. https://unitedpatientsgroup.com/be_informed_be_well/ https://unitedpatientsgroup.com

Pharmacy and Cannabis 101. Pharmacist Brian Essenter

August 12, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 50.6 MB

Pharmacist Brian Essenter discusses how pharmacists enhance Cannabis therapeutics, knowledge of its drug to drug interactions and why it joins other drugs in its Class II status--almost exclusively in Connecticut. Join our Host, John Malanca as he interviews Brian Essenter, PharmD from Connecticut.  After 15+ years working at Walgreens, Brian yearned to make a difference in patient’s lives.  Counting pills, dealing with insurance companies, increasing government oversight and fading relatio...

Growing in Health, a Cannabis Journey. Andrew McIntyre

August 05, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 48 MB

Andrew McIntyre, Patient, Master Grower, Extractor and Caregiver discusses Cannabis and Health for all, including his fragile patients, many of whom are children. Andrew is a 50 year old survivor of a childhood seizure disorder born in 1970 with severe allergies. Those allergies later surfaced as a seizure disorder primarily during deep sleep that essentially interrupted immunity and then cognitive function and developmental delay.   He was one of the first pediatric patients in the world ...

Fibromyalgia - the Painful Invisible Enemy. Beth Dost, RN

July 29, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 54.1 MB

Cannabis, Fibromyalgia and the War Against Invisible Suffering Beth Dost, RN, the first nurse to stand for the “Humanitarian use of Marijuana” in Massachusetts, has heard it all.  While she humbly acknowledges it’s nice to hear; privately, she often breaks down under the weight of chronic pain.  Beth grimaces when she takes a step or tries to stand up, or worse, get up in the morning.  Looks are deceiving and looking good when feeling so poorly is a devastating reminder that nothing is as i...

America in Pain. Why no one cares…! Claudia Merandi, President, Don’t Punish Pain Rally and The Doctor/Patient Forum & Beth Dost, RN

July 22, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 50.3 MB

The unintended consequences of the illegal opioid epidemic and deaths to overdose has impacted the ability of chronic pain patients to obtain legally prescribed opioids. These drugs are often the patient’s last hope for relief. Listen and learn why YOUR pain of any kind, may not be treated in an “opioid free” America. https://unitedpatientsgroup.com/be_informed_be_well/ https://unitedpatientsgroup.com

Cannabis is Here; SO what’s Next for Consumers? Nigam Arora, PhD

July 15, 2020 20:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MB

John's guest is Dr. Nigam Arora in this fascinating conversation about what the future holds for cannabis products and consumers. https://unitedpatientsgroup.com/be_informed_be_well/ https://unitedpatientsgroup.com

Nature meets Science, the Truth about CBD. Dr. Frank Ervolino

July 10, 2020 10:00 - 57 minutes - 39.3 MB

John interviews Dr. Frank Ervolino about everything  you need to know regarding CBD. https://unitedpatientsgroup.com/be_informed_be_well/ https://unitedpatientsgroup.com

Who Chooses Care for You and Your Family? Introducing Ryan’s Law. Jim Bartell and Janna Champagne, RN

July 03, 2020 18:00 - 20 minutes - 14.4 MB

Host John Malanca interviews Jim Bartell & Janna Champagne, RN about pancreatic cancer, the use of medical cannabis for treatment vs. pharmaceuticals, the development of Ryan's Law (senate bill 1216) Visit us at: https://www.unitedpatientsgroup.com Jim Bartell discusses the creation of Ryan's Law with John and Janna Champagne. https://unitedpatientsgroup.com/be_informed_be_well/ https://unitedpatientsgroup.com

Jim Bartell & Janna Champagne, RN - Ryan's Law

July 03, 2020 18:00 - 20 minutes - 14.5 MB

Jim Bartell discusses the creation of Ryan's Law with John and Janna Champagne.

Who Chooses Care for You and Your Family? Introducing Ryan’s Law. Jim Bartell and Janna Champagne, RN

July 03, 2020 18:00 - 20 minutes - 14.4 MB

Host John Malanca interviews Jim Bartell & Janna Champagne, RN about pancreatic cancer, the use of medical cannabis for treatment vs. pharmaceuticals, the development of Ryan's Law (senate bill 1216) Visit us at: https://www.unitedpatientsgroup.com Jim Bartell discusses the creation of Ryan's Law with John and Janna Champagne. https://unitedpatientsgroup.com/be_informed_be_well/ https://unitedpatientsgroup.com

Janna Champagne, BSN, RN - Treating autism and its nuances

June 25, 2020 22:00 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MB

Join John with his guest Janna Champagne (BSN, RN) who has treated a multitude of patients on the autistic spectrum. You'll find surprises you would have never have thought to discover in this enlightening and informative interview.

A Mother’s Love, Cannabis for Autism. Janna Champagne, RN

June 25, 2020 22:00 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MB

Join John with his guest Janna Champagne (BSN, RN) who has treated a multitude of patients on the autistic spectrum. You'll find surprises you would have never have thought to discover in this enlightening and informative interview. https://unitedpatientsgroup.com/be_informed_be_well/ https://unitedpatientsgroup.com

Janna Champagne - Treating autism and its nuances

June 25, 2020 22:00 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MB

Join John with his guest Janna Champagne (BSN, RN) who has treated a multitude of patients on the autistic spectrum. You'll find surprises you would have never have thought to discover in this enlightening and informative interview.

Dr. Jordan Tishler - Treating anxiety, depression and insomnia

June 16, 2020 05:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MB

You've got questions about cannabis and how it's used to treat issues such as anxiety, depression and insomnia? Well, we've got answers as John interviews to Dr. Jordan Tishler, MD, in this fascinating interview.

Anxiety in Uncertain Times--Harvard Doc Treats with Cannabis. Jordan Tishler, MD

June 16, 2020 05:00 - 49 minutes - 34.1 MB

You've got questions about cannabis and how it's used to treat issues such as anxiety, depression and insomnia? Well, we've got answers as John interviews to Dr. Jordan Tishler, MD, in this fascinating interview. https://unitedpatientsgroup.com/be_informed_be_well/ https://unitedpatientsgroup.com

Dr. Allan Frankel - CBD and it's uses

May 30, 2020 23:00 - 1 hour - 65.9 MB

This episode covers an extensive conversation about CBD dosing and ailments.

Dose Away! Making your CBD Work for You. Allan Frankel, MD

May 30, 2020 23:00 - 1 hour - 65.9 MB

This episode covers an extensive conversation about CBD dosing and ailments. https://unitedpatientsgroup.com/be_informed_be_well/ https://unitedpatientsgroup.com

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