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The Health CurveFood Is Medicine: Treating Chronic Disease Through Diet | Corby Kummer, Director of Food & Society at The Aspen Institute“Food is Medicine” gets talked about a lot these days, but the core idea is straightforward: food can play a direct role in treating and managing chronic disease, not just guiding healthier choices. In practice, that means healthcare systems providing patients with meals and groceries tailored to their medical needs.In this episode of The Health Curve, I sit down with Corby Kummer — Executive Director of Food & Society at the Aspen Institute and longtime food writer at The Atlantic. Corby breaks down where this movement started, why it’s gaining momentum, and what it looks like when hospital...
2025-12-1639 min
The Atomic Impact PodcastBuilding a Sustainable Business with Aashi AroraIn this episode of the Atomic Impact Podcast, host Jason Osborn speaks with Aashi Arora, owner of iRISE Executive Coaching, about building a business that prioritizes sustainability, clarity, and long term alignment over rapid growth. Aashi shares powerful insights on slowing down strategically, choosing marketing approaches that play to your strengths, and the importance of clearly defining a niche to build trust and stay top of mind. The conversation also explores shifting success metrics away from revenue alone and toward systems, ease, and peace in both business and life.
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2025-12-1614 min
THE ECOMMERCE EDGE Podcast with Jason GreenwoodE612:🎙️DO ECOMMERCE POPUPS STILL WORK? | SHAAN ARORA - ALIA | THE ECOMMERCE EDGE Podcast💡 Shaan is the Co-Founder & CEO of Alia - https://www.aliapopups.com💡 Alia is the NEXT generation of eCommerce site popups💡 Alia helps merchants achieve 15%+ opt-in rates with a smarter popup, designed perfectly for your brand — built specifically for Shopify💡 Al, ia delivers: Automated Smart TestingSmart Triggering, Beautiful Templates, Customer Education That Converts💡 In this episode Jason & Shaan discuss how the right popup tech can help engage and hold customer's attention and ultimately drive more revenue for brandsEnjoy!
2025-12-0529 minThe Health CurveBirth Control Explained | Stacey Silverman-Fine MD, OBGYN at Maven Clinic (Women's Health Series)Birth control shouldn’t be confusing.In this episode of The Health Curve, I sit down with Dr. Stacey Silverman Fine, OBGYN at Maven Clinic, to break down how today’s most common birth control options actually work — from pills, patches, and rings to hormonal IUDs, copper IUDs, implants, and the Depo shot. We talk through how they differ, what to expect when starting one, and how clinicians help people choose a method that fits their health needs, preferences, and lifestyle.We also get into the non-contraceptive benefits many rely on — like hel...
2025-12-0225 min
The Health CurveProstate & Urinary Health: What Every Man Should Know | Dr. Wilson Sui, University of MichiganAs men age, urinary symptoms and prostate changes become increasingly common — but most people aren’t sure what’s normal, what’s not, or when to seek care. In this episode of The Health Curve, urologist Dr. Wilson Sui (University of Michigan) explains what the prostate actually does, why symptoms like frequent urination or weak stream develop, and how doctors evaluate these issues using simple tools such as symptom scoring and blood testing.We talk about BPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia, or hypertrophy), how it differs from prostate cancer, and the main treatment paths available — from lifestyle strategies and medica...
2025-11-1839 minThe Health CurveHow Early Childhood Shapes Lifelong Health | Prof. Farah Qureshi, Johns HopkinsWhat if the seeds of your lifelong health were planted before you could even form memories? Research shows that early childhood experiences profoundly influence adult health and disease risk - decades later.In this episode of The Health Curve Podcast, host Dr. Jason Arora speaks with Professor Farah Qureshi of Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, an expert in child health development, to explore how our earliest years shape long-term wellbeing. Together, they discuss the biological, behavioral, and social pathways through which childhood experiences “get under the skin” to influence outcomes like cardiovascular health, ment...
2025-11-0447 min
The Health CurveFood Insecurity in America: Why Millions Go Hungry in the World’s Richest Nation | Prof. Hilary Seligman, UCSFPremiering October 21 for World Food Day 2025 — just one day before the U.S. Department of Agriculture releases its final annual report on household food insecurity in the United States (Oct 22).In this episode, host Dr. Jason Arora sits down with Professor Hilary Seligman (UCSF) — one of the world’s leading experts on food insecurity, nutrition policy, and health equity — to uncover why 1 in 7 U.S. households (over 44 million people) struggle to access affordable, nutritious food in the world’s richest nation.They explore what food insecurity really means, how...
2025-10-2131 min
The Health CurveEye Health: How To Protect Your Vision | Grayson Armstrong, MD at Harvard, Massachusetts Eye and Ear (Bonus Episode - World Sight Day)Bonus Episode - World Sight Day (October 9)Most of us don’t think about our eyes until something goes wrong—but vision problems are far more common than you might realize. Globally, at least 2.2 billion people live with vision impairment. Of those, about 1 billion (nearly half) are cases that could have been prevented or have yet to be addressed. Many studies further estimate that up to 90% of vision impairment arises from causes that are preventable or treatable.In this episode, host Dr. Jason Arora speaks with ophthalmologist Dr. Grayson Armstrong about the most overlooked threats to e...
2025-10-0932 minThe Health CurveFeeding The World Without Destroying The Planet - with Chef Kelly Whitaker, James Beard Award-WinnerHow can we feed a growing world without destroying the planet? In this episode of The Health Curve Podcast, host Dr. Jason Arora speaks with Chef Kelly Whitaker, James Beard Award-winning culinary innovator, about the future of food, farming, and sustainability.Kelly shares his journey from learning traditional food practices in Italy to launching a regenerative grain project spanning 800 acres. He explains how chefs are emerging as key players in transforming food systems—showing that sustainability can align with economic viability while strengthening local communities.The conversation explores the rise of “net...
2025-10-0726 minThe Health CurveBeyond the Mat: How to Use Yoga as a Lifelong Tool for Health and Wellbeing — with Val Sklar RobinsonYoga is more than exercise—it’s a practice that can shape health, resilience, and wellbeing across a lifetime. In the West, yoga is often reduced to stretching, strength, and postures—but in its original form, yoga was never just physical. Rooted in ancient Indian philosophy, yoga is a spiritual discipline aimed at stilling the mind, withdrawing the senses from the external world (pratyāhāra), and moving closer to union with the divine.In this episode of The Health Curve Podcast, host Dr. Jason Arora speaks with one of his own yoga teachers, Val Skla...
2025-09-2354 minThe Health CurveWhy Compassion Is Vital for Human Health - with Lonnie Ali and DeVone Holt, The Muhammad Ali CenterCompassion is more than kindness—it’s the ability to notice suffering in others and take action to relieve it. Far from being abstract or vague, compassion has measurable effects on our biology, our health, and the well-being of entire communities. Research shows it lowers stress, improves immune function, strengthens social bonds, and even helps societies thrive. However, it is rarely talked about in the context of human and societal health.In this episode of The Health Curve Podcast, host Dr. Jason Arora is joined by Lonnie Ali, Co-Founder of the Muha...
2025-09-1036 min
The Health CurveArrhythmia: When The Beat Is Off - with Dr. Jaspal Gill, Cardiologist and Clinical Research Fellow at the University of London (Heart Health Series)Your heart is designed to keep a perfect rhythm—but what happens when that rhythm falters? In this episode, we look at arrhythmias, including atrial fibrillation (AFib), which now affects millions and significantly increases stroke risk. We explain how to recognize palpitations, dizziness, and other signs that something’s off—and what treatments and technologies are available to help get your rhythm back on track. --In this special 4-part series on heart diseases, we're going to give you somethin...
2025-08-2715 min
The Health CurveStroke: When Every Second Counts - with Dr. Jaspal Gill, Cardiologist and Clinical Research Fellow at the University of London (Heart Health Series)Strokes are one of the leading causes of long-term disability worldwide. Yet most people don’t know the difference between a mini-stroke and a major one—or how to spot the signs in time. In this episode, we explain what a stroke is, why it happens, and how you can act fast to minimize damage and save a life. From clots to bleeds, from BE FAST to full recovery—we’ll cover what you need to know and why your brain can’t afford to wait.--In this...
2025-08-1313 min
The Health CurveHeart Attacks: The Essentials - with Dr. Jaspal Gill, Cardiologist and Clinical Research Fellow at the University of London (Heart Health Series)Every 40 seconds, someone in the U.S. has a heart attack. It’s one of the most feared medical emergencies—and one of the most misunderstood. In this episode, we cover exactly what a heart attack is, what’s happening inside the arteries and the heart muscle, and how to recognize the warning signs before it’s too late. We’ll talk about risk factors, from cholesterol and stress to family history and lifestyle—and what you can do today to lower your chances of experiencing one.--In t...
2025-07-3020 min
The Health CurveHigh Blood Pressure: The Silent Killer - with Dr. Jaspal Gill, Cardiologist and Clinical Research Fellow at the University of London (Heart Health Series)High blood pressure affects nearly half of all U.S. adults, yet most people don’t know they have it. In this short episode, we unpack what blood pressure really is, what causes it to rise, and why it's often called the "silent killer." Host Dr. Jason Arora and cardiologist Dr. Jaspal Gill walk us through what’s happening inside the body, how to measure it properly, and how to catch the early signs before it leads to something more dangerous. --In t...
2025-07-1622 min
The Health CurveSleepless in the Modern World: Why Routine Advice Isn’t Enough – with Dr. Sahil Chopra, Harvard and Empower SleepTried all the usual sleep hacks but still find yourself wide awake at 2 a.m.?You’re not alone.In this episode of The Health Curve, Dr. Jason Arora sits down with Harvard-trained sleep physician Dr. Sahil Chopra to dig into the deeper, less obvious reasons we can’t switch off.From overlooked stress signals and tech traps to the cultural myths shaping our sleep expectations, this conversation goes beyond the basics to ch...
2025-07-0254 min
The Health CurveUltra-Processed Nation: Why Our Food Is Making Us Sick - with Neeti MahajanIn the U.S., over 42% of adults are obese, nearly 12% have diabetes, and around 60% live with at least 1 chronic disease. Diet-related chronic diseases—including heart disease, stroke, and certain cancers—contribute to approximately 1 million deaths each year.In a country overflowing with food, why are so many of us sick?Host Jason Arora sits down with Neeti Mahajan, food industry exec, to take a big-picture look at how America's modern food system may be doing more harm than good
2025-06-1841 min
AI DiatribeEpisode 4: Agentic AI and the Enterprise Shift - A Conversation with Puneet AroraIn this episode of AI Diatribe, host Jason Lowe sits down with Puneet Arora, President of Yellow.ai, for a compelling conversation on the real-world impact of artificial intelligence in customer experience. From his beginnings in engineering to his leadership at one of the fastest-growing AI CX platforms, Puneet shares the insights that are shaping the future of enterprise AI adoption.👉 Topics covered include:The rise of agentic AI in automating customer interactionsWhy operationalizing AI is harder (and more important) than it looksKey differences between edge-based and...
2025-06-0533 min
The Health CurveMan-o-Pause: Myth or Midlife Reality? Understanding Andropause Is "male menopause" real — or just hype? In this short episode, Host Jason Arora breaks down what andropause actually is, how it differs from the menopause in women, and why testosterone levels are only part of the story. Learn what really drives hormonal changes in men, how to support healthy aging naturally, and when testosterone therapy makes sense.
2025-06-0407 min
The Health CurveAncient Wisdom For Modern Wellness: Rediscovering The Foundations Of Health - with Paul Vincent, Human Performance ExpertWe often talk about health as something to manage or fix—but what if we’ve misunderstood it altogether? In this episode, we explore what it really means to be well through the lenses of ancient wisdom, tribal culture, and Taoist philosophy. Host Dr. Jason Arora is joined by human performance expert Paul Vincent, who spent decades training top performers before spending the last 10 years immersed in Indigenous tribal communities, Taoist teachings, and the study of psychedelic therapy. Together, they...
2025-05-211h 01
Raise Your Profyle2025 Week #21 - London Networking: The Events You Need to Be AtWelcome to Raise Your Profyle, a weekly round up of business and networking events in London brought to you by profylecard.comHello, and a very good morning! Welcome to Week #21 of Raise Your Profyle. I’m Chris, co-founder of Profyle Card, and I’ve been hunting to find you the most interesting business and networking events in London over the next 7 days.This week in London, there's a great buzz happening with events covering everything from the fast-paced world of fintech and the intricacies of securing startup funding, to showcasing the latest in the star...
2025-05-1907 min
The Health CurveBeyond Mental Health: The Power of Emotional Well-Being - with Katya Constant, Leadership CoachMental health often gets a lot of attention — but what about emotional health?Emotional well-being is about understanding and managing your feelings day to day — and it’s not quite the same as mental health. In fact, nurturing emotional health can be a hidden superpower for building resilience, managing stress, bouncing back from setbacks, and forming healthier relationships.In this episode, host Jason Arora is joined by Katya Constant, a former finance professional turned leader...
2025-05-0727 min
The Health CurveCardiac Rehab: The Blockbuster Heart Disease Treatment You’ve Never Heard Of - with Patrick Dunn, PhD at the American Heart Association (Heart Health Series)Heart disease is the leading cause of death worldwide, killing nearly 20 million people each year, including over 800,000 in the U.S.. But what if there was a treatment that could cut the risk of dying from heart disease by a third? Well, it already exists—it’s called cardiac rehabilitation, and it’s one of the most effective ways to help people recover after a heart attack.Studies show that cardiac rehab can reduce the risk of death by up to 30%—a level of success that beat...
2025-04-2329 min
Know Your Why Podcast with Dr.Jason BalaraThe Hidden Struggles of Veterinary Professionals | Ep #405In this episode of the Know Your Why podcast, Dr. Jason Balara speaks with Angie Arora, a veterinary social worker dedicated to improving mental health in the veterinary profession. They explore the emotional toll of animal care, from grief support to managing trauma exposure and moral distress. Angie shares how burnout and stress management are critical for professionals working in animal hospitals, where compassion fatigue and workplace dynamics can impact professional quality of life. She highlights the importance of trauma-informed care, leadership in veterinary care, and the need for strong caregiver support systems. The discussion also examines how the...
2025-04-1157 min
The Health CurveHow to Save a Life: The Power of Harm Reduction for Drug Misuse - with Michael Gilbert, MPH at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public HealthFor decades, drug misuse has been met with punishment, stigma, and criminalization—but these approaches haven’t stopped the crisis. Instead, they’ve led to more overdose deaths, more harm, and fewer people getting help. In the U.S., over 100,000 people die from drug overdoses each year, with opioids accounting for nearly 75% of those deaths. Synthetic opioids like fentanyl have fueled a dramatic rise in overdoses, yet many people struggling with drug misuse never receive medical or social support.In this episode, we explore harm reduction, a scienc...
2025-04-0936 min
The Health CurveQuick Update + Next Episode Coming on April 9!In this quick update, I share some exciting news about the early response to The Health Curve Podcast — thank you for all the downloads and feedback! I also let you know when the next episode drops (April 9), how often you can expect new episodes (every two weeks), and how to get in touch with topic asks and suggestions (info@thehealthcurvepodcast.com). Plus, I remind you where to subscribe so you never miss an episode (YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts).
2025-03-2600 min
The Health CurveMenopause Decoded: What's Really Happening & How To Navigate It - with Stacey Silverman-Fine, MD at Maven Clinic (Women's Health Series)Menopause is a natural biological transition that over 1 billion women worldwide are experiencing or have gone through. Yet, despite its universality, it remains widely misunderstood and rarely discussed. Each year, 1 million women in the U.S. enter menopause, and by age 55, 80% have gone through it. Symptoms are common and can be disruptive to life at work and at home. Examples include hot flashes (80%), night sweats (70%), vaginal dryness (60%), mood changes (50%), and sleep disturbances (40%).But menopause isn’t just a health issue—i...
2025-03-2038 min
The Health CurveDenied and Dismissed: The LGBTQ Community’s Fight for Equitable Healthcare - with Justin Ayars, CEO of Equality MDThe LGBTQ community faces worse health outcomes, barriers to care, and systemic discrimination in healthcare—yet their struggles remain largely overlooked. Despite being officially recognized as a health disparity population by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), inequities persist. LGBTQ patients often experience discrimination in a clinical setting, leading many to avoid seeking care altogether. 1 in 6 are denied care and 1 in 5 experience discrimination from health insurers. Meanwhile, LGBTQ youth are 4-5 times more likely to attempt suicide than their straight peers.In this epi...
2025-03-1238 min
The Health CurveHeart Disease in Women: The Deadly Crisis No-One Talks About - with Ritu Thamman, MD at University of Pittsburgh and American College of Cardiology (Women's Health Series)Heart disease is the number one cause of death in women globally. It is responsible for 1 in 3 female deaths, or 1 female death every minute.But, no one talks about it.We delve into what makes heart disease in women unique, why it is underdiagnosed and undertreated, and what we can all do to help improve heart health in women.Joining us is Ritu Thamman, MD, a Cardiologist and Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Pittsburgh...
2025-03-0545 min
The Health CurveLongevity Medicine: Hacks, Hype, and What Actually Works - with Hillary Lin, MD at Stanford and Elevate X Health (Longevity Series)In our first episode, we explore the rapidly growing field of Longevity Medicine—a proactive approach to health that goes beyond the traditional 'sick care' system. Longevity Medicine focuses on extending both healthspan (living in good health for longer) and lifespan (living longer), while emphasizing disease prevention.We break down the different components of longevity medicine, separating the science from hype, and discuss how anyone—regardless of their starting point—can navigate their own longevity journey.Joining us is Hilary Lin MD, a Stanford-trained longevity physic...
2025-02-2746 min