
Episode 18: Homecoming
In this heartfelt episode, the hosts are joined by Kanisha Tiedeman, discussing the profound connections between place, memory, and being. Together, they share their first childhood memories, explore the significance of

Hosted by Dr. Edward Neal · 🇺🇸 US · EN-US · 18 episodes
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Dr. Edward Neal hosts The Apricot Grove, a science show with 18 episodes published.

In this heartfelt episode, the hosts are joined by Kanisha Tiedeman, discussing the profound connections between place, memory, and being. Together, they share their first childhood memories, explore the significance of

What is Qi?? In the relatively short time that Chinese Medicine has been part of the mainstream conversation in the West, the term Qihas remained a slippery and often misunderstood concept—even among seasoned practitione

In this episode, we dive into the inspiring story of the Klamath River’s restoration and what it means—ecologically, culturally, and personally—when dams come down. Danielle Mericle joins us to talk about her work in riv

Join us as we discuss brain laterality, balancing the left and right hemispheres, and how these dynamics influence our lives. We talk about the historical understanding of brain functions, share personal anecdotes, and e

Join Dr. Neal and Mel as they discuss the rapidly evolving world of AI, its philosophical implications, and its comparison to human and animal consciousness. They delve into the significance of traditional knowledge, the

Join us as we dive into the fascinating world of the vestibular system! In this episode, Dr Neal and Mel unravel the complexities of this crucial part of our neurology, explaining its development, function, and its impac

In today's conversation, Dr. Neal and Mel delve into the concept of 'time sickness,' discussing how the irregularities in natural and technological rhythms have impacted human health. They explore how seasonal cycles, te


Primitive brain reflexes play a vital, yet often overlooked role in our health, from childhood development to adulthood. Understanding these early-life reflexes is key to improving overall health. Could this knowledge br

In recent years, acupuncture schools have been closing at an alarming rate. With rising tuition fees and increasing student debt, the future of many acupuncture students seems uncertain. Are we witnessing the end of the

This week, Dr. Neal and Mel explore Mel's fascination with neurology. Their conversation explores what Neijing Nature-Based Medicine has to say about modern brain science and discusses what steps we may be able to take t

In today’s conversation, we have a very special guest Pere Garcia from Barcelona, who has had extensive experience in the practice of Sufism and Neijing Medicine. He will join us for a great conversation on “Light and Br

This week we sit down for a ‘light and loose’ conversation about neurology, the state of the world, and how our bodies move like plants. Wow! Are these the types of things you’d like to talk about at a Sunday brunch? If

Join us this week as we decode nature with the Neijing. Discover what the cyclical patterns of nature have to do with global economic systems, human health, and starting a new career. At this pivotal moment in human hist

“We aren’t like nature, we are nature”. In this week’s episode we discuss how the Neijing describes seasonal patterns and changes in relation to our bodies’ natural patterns. What does it mean to breath with the seasons?

Join us this week as we delve once again into the rich waters of Neijing Nature-Based Medicine. Your hosts, Dr. Edward Neal and Mel Hopper Koppelman, explore the importance that stories play in our understanding of the w

Join us as we delve into the story behind acupuncture channels. Discover how the Neijing describes these channels, potentially as blood vessels, and the implications for modern practice. How does the restoration of blood

What are the origins and original meanings of the concept of the Five Phases (五行 Wuxing)? What is the role of storytelling in healing? Why is breathing the essential pattern of the universe? These idea's and more are exp
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