Voyage Clinics Podcast

Dr. John Sanders

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Medicine with room for meaning.

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Voyage Clinics Podcast is a reflective health show where Dr. John Sanders talks with physicians, coaches, chaplains, students, and community voices. Clinical topics sit beside stories about grief, resilience, family, leadership, faith, movement, technology, and the ordinary work of becoming more whole.

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About Voyage Clinics Podcast

Voyage Clinics Podcast is a warm, interview-led health show built around curiosity, service, and the emotional life behind medical care. Dr. John Sanders uses the clinic as a starting point, not a boundary. One episode may explain IgA vasculitis with Garrett Whiting. Another may follow Paige Moore from athletics and chronic pain into exercise physiology, osteopathic medical school, and the conviction that movement can help a hurting body. The show is comfortable with medicine, but it keeps returning to meaning. Dr. Brian Nyberg talks about AI, psychiatry, algorithms, social pressure, and the human need for attachment and instruction. Ronda Weaver brings chaplaincy, palliative care, spiritual guidance, and psychedelic integration into a conversation about being heard. Jared Smithson talks about habits, coaching, resilience, and the long roots of a wellness journey. Ryan Hokanson frames presence as a way back to beauty, slowness, breath, grief, and self-connection. Gary Peterson turns workplace accountability into a discussion of relationship, trust, one-on-ones, unconditional love, and the hidden dignity inside other people. The show often begins with practical credentials. It rarely stays there. Its best moments come when a professional topic opens into a personal story, and the story becomes a way to think about healing. The rhythm is generous and unhurried. Technical language appears, then gets cushioned by plain reflection, affirmation, and follow-up questions. Listeners hear a family doctor thinking aloud with people he admires, often naming the art of medicine as directly as the science. The result is earnest, occasionally messy, and unusually tender. It is not a sharp debate show or a data-heavy medical briefing. It is a clinic-adjacent conversation space where health includes bodies, brains, relationships, faith, work, attention, and the courage to slow down.

Made for: For listeners who want health conversations that connect clinical knowledge with emotional resilience, spirituality, movement, leadership, and everyday relationships. It especially suits people who prefer patient, reflective interviews over fast medical tips.

What sets it apart: The show’s distinctive strength is its willingness to let professional expertise become personal without losing the practical thread. A rare disease, a coaching method, an AI concern, or a leadership habit can all become a conversation about presence, healing, and service.

In their own words

Welcome to the Voyage Clinics Podcast, where curiosity meets medical expertise. Join your host, Dr. John Sanders, a compassionate family physician, as he embarks on a journey through the intricacies of healthcare and wellness.In each episode, lasting approximately one hour, Dr. Sanders delves into a myriad of medical and mental health topics, ranging from common ailments to complex conditions. Whether he's flying solo or engaging in enlightening conversations with fellow physicians across various specialties, Dr. Sanders brings clarity and understanding to the forefront.Through insightful discussions and thoughtful questioning, Dr. Sanders makes technical medical information accessible to al…

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Based on 5 episodes we listened to · September 2026

Dr. John Sanders connects clinical questions with movement, relationships, technology and spiritual care through warm, accessible guest conversations.

Voyage Clinics Podcast follows Dr. John Sanders through conversations where health is treated as both a bodily matter and a question of how people relate to themselves and others.

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A family doctor's curiosity sends you from connective tissue pain to AI-fueled polarization without losing the human thread.

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  • to hear medical questions stay connected to how you actually live
  • to follow chronic pain into movement without pretending the answer is simple
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mental health and neuroplasticityfamily medicine and rare conditionsspiritual care and chaplaincyhealth coaching and resiliencemovement and chronic painAI, psychology, and social medialeadership and accountabilitypresence, grief, and self-connection

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Best episodes of Voyage Clinics Podcast

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The Healing Power of Being Heard | Inside Chaplaincy with Ronda WeaverApr 15, 2026

A calm, thoughtful conversation about chaplaincy, healing presence, and the work of listening.

The episode keeps its focus on Rhonda Weaver, a chaplain and counselor whose work at Utah Valley Hospital and in private practice comes across as steady, practical care.

The Psychology of AI with Dr. Brian Nyberg | What Technology Teaches Us About OurselvesApr 8, 2026

A grounded psychiatry conversation that uses AI to open up broader questions about people.

Dr. John Sanders and Dr. Brian Nyberg use AI as a starting point for a wider talk about psychology, psychiatry, internet culture, and the human need for meaning.

Dr. John Sanders and Ryan Hokanson | Small Circles, Big ConnectionMar 11, 2026

Presence, self-connection, and a slower way back to yourself.

Dr. John Sanders and Ryan Hokanson frame presence as a practice, not a slogan, and that keeps the conversation grounded. It keeps circling back to the small habits that make life feel more livable: slowing down, walking, breathing, spending time in nature, and noticing what…

Dr. John with Paige Moore | Movement Is Medicine: Strength Training and Resilient MindsFeb 18, 2026

A personal, medically literate conversation about pain, movement, and learning to live with it.

Paige Moore's story gives the episode its shape. She comes across as a former cheer athlete and medical student headed toward PM&R residency, talking through years of pain between the right scapula and spine, how movement can help and hurt, and why staying active became part of…

Dr. John with Gary Peterson | Ownership, Accountability, and Unconditional LoveJan 28, 2026

Leadership here grows from trust, regular one-on-ones, and treating people as human beings.

Voyage Clinics Podcast keeps its focus on leadership that is plainspoken and usable. Dr. John introduces Gary Peterson as a friend and mentor, and Gary looks back on a 38-year run at O.C. Tanner, where the work shifted from top-down control toward team buy-in.

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Episodes

  1. 1

    7 Decades in Medicine | Lessons on Curiosity and Longevity from Dr. David Barnes

    Jul 15, 2026·52m
  2. 2

    Building Resilience Through Life's Hardest Moments | Advice from Michael Webb Part 2

    Jul 1, 2026·34m
  3. 3

    Building Better Teams and Relationships | Advice from Michael Webb Part 1

    Jun 17, 2026·43m
  4. 4

    Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy Explained | The Future of Psychiatry with Dr. Reid Robison

    Jun 3, 2026·47m
  5. 5

    Does Google Really Know Your Diagnosis? | Researching Your Own Health with Holly Hawkins

    May 27, 2026·41m
  6. 6

    Inside the Default Mode Network | A Different Look at Mental Health with Holly Hawkins

    May 20, 2026·51m
  7. 7

    How to Improve Your Exercise Routine | The Science Behind Movement with Dr. Allen Parcell

    May 13, 2026·51m
  8. 8

    The Neuroscience of Art | Katie Garner and the Importance of Mental Health

    May 6, 2026·53m
  9. 9

    The Truth Behind Skin Health | Tips and Risks Regarding Melanoma with Dr. Tom Barlow

    Apr 29, 2026·46m
  10. 10

    Creating Healthy Habits | A Deep Dive into Modern and Natural Remedies for Health

    Apr 22, 2026·1h 1m
  11. 11

    The Healing Power of Being Heard | Inside Chaplaincy with Ronda Weaver

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    Apr 15, 2026·38m·3 clips
  12. 12

    The Psychology of AI with Dr. Brian Nyberg | What Technology Teaches Us About Ourselves

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    Apr 8, 2026·54m·2 clips
  13. 13

    When a “Rare” Disease Isn’t So Rare | Understanding IgA Vasculitis with Garrett Whiting

    This episode features an interview with medical student Garrett Whiting discussing IgA vasculitis (formerly known as Henoch-Schönlein purpura), exploring why it's considered rare yet appears more frequently in clinical practice.

    Apr 1, 2026·40m
  14. 14

    Mindset and Health Coaching with Jared Smithson | How Habits Shape Resilience and Growth

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    Mar 25, 2026·50m
  15. 15

    Emotional Intelligence and Neuroplasticity | How to Rewire Your Brain for Better Mental Health

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    Mar 18, 2026·42m
  16. 16

    Dr. John Sanders and Ryan Hokanson | Small Circles, Big Connection

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    Mar 11, 2026·1h 4m·4 clips
  17. 17

    Dr. John with Paige Moore | Movement Is Medicine: Strength Training and Resilient Minds

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    Feb 18, 2026·54m·4 clips
  18. 18

    Dr. John Sanders | Viruses, Immunity, and What Actually Works During Cold & Flu Season

    Feb 11, 2026·38m
  19. 19

    Dr. John with Dr. Bernard | From Burnout to Belonging: A Physician’s Journey

    Feb 4, 2026·50m
  20. 20

    Dr. John with Gary Peterson | Ownership, Accountability, and Unconditional Love

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    Jan 28, 2026·54m·5 clips
  21. 21

    Dr. John and Shaunna with Dr. Amanda | Martyrs and Saints: Rewriting Motherhood and Medicine

    Dec 31, 2025·57m
  22. 22

    Dr John and Sam Crane | Intentional Health: From Burnout to Biopsychosocial Wellness

    Dec 24, 2025·49m
  23. 23

    Dr. John and Justin Olsen | Stress, Resilience, and the Power of Reframing

    Dec 17, 2025·46m
  24. 24

    Dr. John and John Hermans | A Physical Therapist’s Guide to Staying Strong for Life

    Dec 10, 2025·39m
  25. 25

    Dr. John and Dennis Walker | Fixing Employer Healthcare Through DPC

    Dec 3, 2025·1h 5m
  26. 26

    Dr. John and Jarom Ball | Nature, Neuroplasticity, and Navigating Trauma

    Nov 26, 2025·1h 4m
  27. 27

    Dr. John and Neer Patel | Breaking the Chains of Healthcare with DPC-Centered Plans

    Nov 19, 2025·55m
  28. 28

    Dr. John | From BRCA to Liquid Biopsies: A Doctor’s Guide to DNA Screening

    Nov 12, 2025·25m
  29. 29

    Dr. John and Dr. Kyle Bills | Intention, Neuroplasticity, and the Science of Change

    Nov 5, 2025·1h 5m
  30. 30

    Dr. John Sanders | How DPC is Changing the Game for Families and Businesses

    Oct 29, 2025·5m
  31. 31

    Dr. John and Darrell Moon | Trust, Relationships, and the Direct Primary Care Revolution

    Oct 22, 2025·49m
  32. 32

    Dr. John and Johnathan Bartholomew | Sorting Science from Sensationalism

    Oct 15, 2025·58m
  33. 33

    Dr. John and Zak Hazlett | Healing Through Nature and Authenticity

    Oct 8, 2025·58m
  34. 34

    Dr. John Sanders and Marilyn Sorensen, FNP | Hormones, Health, and Quality of Life

    Oct 1, 2025·32m
  35. 35

    Dr. John with Chris Cox | Custom Solutions: Rethinking Pharmacy Through Compounding

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    Sep 24, 2025·53m
  36. 36

    Dr. John with Dr. Jeremy Gardner | Seeing the Hidden Connections: Vision, ADHD, and Dyslexia

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    Sep 17, 2025·48m
  37. 37

    Dr. John with Shaunna and Chrizelle Ransom | Navigating Medical Misinformation in the Digital Age

    Sep 10, 2025·1h 17m
  38. 38

    Dr. Sanders and Dr. Richard Rasmussen | Understanding the Options: Weight Loss

    Aug 27, 2025·1h 5m
  39. 39

    Dr. John Sanders | Nature, Medicine, and Membership: A New Path for Better Health

    Aug 20, 2025·28m
  40. 40

    Dr. John | Practical First Aid for Families: No Pain, No Panic

    Aug 13, 2025·41m
  41. 41

    Dr. John and Josh Perry | Breathe, Feel, Heal: A New Path for Men’s Emotional Wellness

    Aug 6, 2025·36m
  42. 42

    Dr. John and Amy Walker | Business, Balance & Brain Growth: How Entrepreneurialism Fuels Wellness

    Jul 30, 2025·43m
  43. 43

    Dr. John and Jason Peery | Coaching, Connection, and the Power of Presence

    Jul 9, 2025·58m
  44. 44

    Dr. Sanders and Chantel Stratton Lund | Beyond Anger: Rethinking Masculinity and Mental Wellness

    Jul 2, 2025·55m
  45. 45

    Dr. John and Holly Hawkins | Slow Down, Listen Deep

    Jun 25, 2025·53m
  46. 46

    Dr. Sanders and Paige Moore | A Medical Student’s Journey Toward DPC

    Jun 18, 2025·53m
  47. 47

    Dr. John and Dani Enkey | The Sacred in the Struggle: Motherhood and Healing

    Jun 4, 2025·51m
  48. 48

    Dr. John and Aimee Hadfield | A Journey into Psychodrama: Spontaneity, Story, and Self-Discovery

    May 29, 2025·57m
  49. 49

    Dr. John and Dani Enkey | The Sacred in the Struggle: Motherhood and Healing

    May 28, 2025·51m
  50. 50

    Dr. Sanders and Dr. Spangler part 2 | How to Care Just Enough

    May 21, 2025·1h 9m
  51. 51

    Dr. John with Amanda and Kolton | Letting Go and Moving Forward

    May 14, 2025·59m
  52. 52

    Dr. Sanders and Lisa Hall, FNP | Practicing Medicine with Heart and Time

    May 7, 2025·48m
  53. 53

    Dr. John and Marilyn Sorensen | on Family, Medicine, and Music

    Apr 23, 2025·32m
  54. 54

    Dr. John and Melissa Holmes | Motherhood, Medicine, and Finding Balance

    Apr 9, 2025·1h
  55. 55

    Dr. Sanders and Dr. Bartholomew | Parenting, Pediatrics, and Priorities

    Mar 26, 2025·59m
  56. 56

    Dr. John with Hal and Dianna Black | Aging Gracefully Through Curiosity, Love, and Connection

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    Mar 12, 2025·1h
  57. 57

    Dr. John and Shaunna Sanders | Insights on Life, Learning, and Resilience

    Feb 26, 2025·28m
  58. 58

    Dr. Sanders and Dr. Betty Delass | An Holistic Approach to Pelvic Floor Health

    Feb 12, 2025·37m
  59. 59

    Dr. Sanders and Dr. John Edwards | Neurosurgery with Heart

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    Jan 29, 2025·38m
  60. 60

    Dr. Sanders and Richard Tripp part 2 | The Power of Vulnerability: Building Stronger Relationships

    Jan 15, 2025·1h 9m
  61. 61

    Dr. Sanders and Dr. Workman | The Beauty of Goodbye: Lessons from Hospice

    Jan 2, 2025·51m
  62. 62

    Dr. John and Dr. Spangler | Leaning Into Grief: Embracing Love and Loss for Emotional Resilience

    Dec 18, 2024·1h 10m
  63. 63

    Dr. John and Matt Webster | Healing From Trauma and the Power of Listening

    Dec 4, 2024·1h 3m
  64. 64

    Dr. Sanders and Dr. Hammond | Foot Care Essentials

    Nov 20, 2024·52m
  65. 65

    Dr. Sanders and Alex Kimberling | On Becoming a Doctor

    Nov 6, 2024·41m
  66. 66

    Dr. Sanders and Jacob Heninger | Balancing Study, Work, and Well-being

    Oct 16, 2024·1h 8m
  67. 67

    Dr. Sanders & Zac Lovingier | Navigating Affordable Care for Families and Small Businesses

    Oct 9, 2024·1h 12m
  68. 68

    Dr. Sanders with Alina Fong, PhD | Healing Concussions

    Oct 2, 2024·51m
  69. 69

    Dr. Sanders and Dr. Falahati, part 2 | Exploring the Thyroid

    Sep 25, 2024·1h 2m
  70. 70

    Dr. Sanders and Tyler Hacking | Mushrooms, Soil, and Science

    Sep 11, 2024·52m
  71. 71

    Dr. Sanders and Dr. Trotter, part 2 | Hernia Surgeries and Work Life Balance

    Sep 4, 2024·1h 5m
  72. 72

    Dr. Sanders with Matt Quackenbush, clinician | Mental Wellness, Trauma, and How to Get the Most Out of Therapy

    Aug 28, 2024·1h 5m
  73. 73

    Dr. John with Shaunna Sanders, JD/MBA | What is a family physician and how can I use mine?

    Aug 21, 2024·1h 5m
  74. 74

    Dr. John Sanders with Brigitte Morales & Jacob Heninger | Broadening Cultural Experience and Reducing Bias

    Aug 14, 2024·1h 4m
  75. 75

    Dr. John Sanders & Craig LaMont | Resilience, Personal Progression and Grit

    Aug 7, 2024·51m
  76. 76

    Dr. John Sanders & Richard Tripp | Intimacy Pearls and Sex Therapy

    Jul 31, 2024·59m
  77. 77

    Dr. John Sanders & Dr. Lee Trotter | Appendix, Gallbladder, Health and Trauma

    Jul 24, 2024·59m
  78. 78

    Dr. John Sanders & Steve Pincock | Sports Training for Young and Old

    Jul 17, 2024·56m
  79. 79

    Dr. John Sanders & Mark Mauzy | The Lost Art of Friendship and Social Media

    Jul 3, 2024·1h 3m
  80. 80

    Dr. John Sanders & Zack Hansen | Why Direct Primary Care Works

    May 8, 2024·1h 1m
  81. 81

    Dr. John Sanders with Derek Fairbanks and Eric Cheney | Placebo and the Power of Belief

    May 1, 2024·1h
  82. 82

    Dr. John Sanders | Transforming Your Musculoskeletal Health

    Apr 24, 2024·9m
  83. 83

    Dr. John Sanders & Dr. Alireza Falahati | Diabetes, Deceptive Foods & Semaglutide

    Apr 17, 2024·1h
  84. 84

    Dr. John Sanders | The Uncommon Virus: Meningitis, RSV, HPV and others

    Apr 10, 2024·9m
  85. 85

    Dr. John Sanders and Dr. Brian Nyberg | Mental Health & Ketamine

    Apr 3, 2024·1h 5m
  86. 86

    Dr. John Sanders | How to Address the Common Cold in a Post-COVID World

    Mar 27, 2024·17m
  87. 87

    Dr. John Sanders | Returning to Personal Care

    Mar 20, 2024·54m
  88. 88

    Welcome to the Voyage Clinics Podcast

    Mar 19, 2024·11m