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Still feel like your body is asking for something more — but the answers you’ve been given don’t quite fit?
You’ve prayed. You’ve tried to do the “right” things. You’ve cleaned up your diet, followed the protocols, tracked the symptoms — and yet you still feel tired, inflamed, hormonally off, or quietly discouraged by a system that offers management instead of understanding.
Faith Over Pharma is a faith-led wellness podcast for women (and couples) who are ready to slow down, listen more deeply, and explore healing with discernment — without defaulting to pharmaceuticals or one-size-fits-all solutions.
Hosted by Susan Gladstein, Holistic Reproductive Health Practitioner and Functional Nutrition Specialist, the show blends science, scripture, and lived experience to help you reconnect with the wisdom God built into the body.
Through thoughtful conversations and real-life stories, episodes explore foundational health, nervous system support, light-based therapies, fertility after vasectomy reversal, hormone balance, chronic symptoms, and the role of faith in making wise, embodied health decisions.
This is not a space for quick fixes or pressure to “do more.”
It’s a place to create room — for clarity, restoration, and trust in the healing process God is still unfolding.
If you’ve ever felt dismissed, rushed, or told your symptoms are simply something you have to live with, this space will remind you of what’s true:
Your body was designed with intelligence.
Healing doesn’t have to be forced.
And faith belongs in the conversation.
Welcome to Faith Over Pharma — where we choose discernment before default, and honor the pace of real healing.
Episodes
Thursday Aug 28, 2025
Thursday Aug 28, 2025
What would you do if your car accelerated out of control—and neither your brakes nor your emergency brake worked? In this powerful Testimony Thursday episode, author and podcast host Janell Kremer shares her miraculous survival after a runaway car accident in 2020 that left her with a traumatic brain injury—and an unforgettable, life-changing encounter with Jesus.
Janell opens up about:
- The moment she heard Jesus’ voice and the miraculous events that followed.
- How her faith became the anchor in her intense physical and emotional healing journey.
- The role chiropractic care and natural health played in her recovery.
- Facing and overcoming resurfaced trauma two years after the accident.
- Practical steps for trusting God’s design for your body and partnering with Him in the healing process.
Her story is a raw, hope-filled reminder that God still heals, still speaks, and still shows up—especially in our darkest moments. Whether you’re battling illness, recovering from trauma, or simply in need of renewed hope, Janell’s testimony will inspire you to seek God’s presence and trust His plan.
Connect with Janell:
Email: janell.kremer@gmail.com
Now My Eyes See You book with free Bible study
Podcast: You Are My Witnesses
Website: https://janellkremer.com/
Facebook: Janell Kremer
Private Facebook group: Now My Eyes See You: A Community of Hope
Next Steps:
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Go deeper with The Rooted Reset™:
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Join us in Costa Rica for the Rooted Reset Retreat 2026:
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Join the Faith Over Pharma community:
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Connect on Instagram: @susangladstein.co
Get the Faithful in the Wait Devotional: faithfulinthewait.com
Monday Aug 25, 2025
Monday Aug 25, 2025
Our world is obsessed with shortcuts. Got a headache? Pop a pill. Can’t sleep? Take a prescription. Struggling with energy? Grab another cup of coffee. We’ve been conditioned to chase relief—but relief isn’t the same as restoration.
In this episode, we’re digging into the truth about quick fixes and why they keep you sick, distracted, and stuck in symptom management. More importantly, we’ll explore God’s original blueprint for healing—one that goes deeper than temporary relief and leads to lasting transformation.
Here’s what you’ll hear:
- Why symptom management is not the same as true healing
- How the enemy uses distraction and fear to keep you sick
- The biblical blueprint for health: rest, nourishment, movement, prayer, and community
- Practical steps you can take this week to step out of shortcuts and into God’s rhythms
- Encouragement to stop settling for survival and start walking in the abundant life Jesus promised
If you’ve ever felt weary from chasing supplements, prescriptions, or protocols that only cover up symptoms, this conversation will give you hope. Healing God’s way isn’t about quick fixes—it’s about aligning your life with His perfect design and trusting Him with the process.
Next Steps:
Start with phototherapy:
susangladstein.com/phototherapy
Go deeper with The Rooted Reset™:
susangladstein.com/reset
Join us in Costa Rica for the Rooted Reset Retreat 2026:
susangladstein.com/retreat
Join the Faith Over Pharma community:
faithoverpharma.org
Connect on Instagram: @susangladstein.co
Get the Faithful in the Wait Devotional: faithfulinthewait.com
Thursday Aug 21, 2025
Thursday Aug 21, 2025
What happens when you refuse to let your past dictate your future? In this powerful Testimony Thursday, I’m joined by Anne Alvares—parent coach, school counselor, teacher, and mom—who shares her incredible journey of healing from childhood trauma, breaking generational cycles, and learning to parent with faith, love, and intention.
Anne’s story is one of resilience, redemption, and God’s perfect timing. From surviving emotional and sexual abuse to navigating infertility and experiencing two miracle pregnancies—including one at 43—Anne has seen firsthand how God restores what’s been broken.
In this conversation, we talk about:
- How unhealed childhood wounds can shape your parenting—and how to break the cycle
- Why healing is possible for everyone, no matter how deep the pain runs
- The role of forgiveness and compassion in restoring relationships
- What it means to truly release control and trust God’s timing for motherhood and life
- How to parent with intention, even when you didn’t grow up with the example you want to become
If you’ve ever felt stuck in patterns you didn’t mean to pass down, struggled to trust God in the waiting, or wondered if your story could be redeemed—this episode will remind you that healing is possible, miracles still happen, and God’s plans are always better than ours.
Connect with Anne:
Website: http://www.annealvares.com
Facebook: @masterfulparenting
YouTube: @masterfulparenting
Instagram: @masterfulparenting
Podcast: Masterful Parenting
Next Steps:
Start with phototherapy:
susangladstein.com/phototherapy
Go deeper with The Rooted Reset™:
susangladstein.com/reset
Join us in Costa Rica for the Rooted Reset Retreat 2026:
susangladstein.com/retreat
Join the Faith Over Pharma community:
faithoverpharma.org
Connect on Instagram: @susangladstein.co
Get the Faithful in the Wait Devotional: faithfulinthewait.com
Monday Aug 18, 2025
Monday Aug 18, 2025
What if the real reason you're not healing has nothing to do with your willpower… and everything to do with the wiring of your brain and your beliefs about God?
In this powerful episode, I’m joined by Kathryn McAdam, a board-certified nurse practitioner and functional medicine expert, who shares her incredible journey from homelessness, trauma, and burnout to vibrant health and unshakable faith. Together, we explore how chronic stress, emotional wounds, and spiritual lies can keep women trapped in cycles of sickness—and how God offers a better way.
You’ll hear how Kathryn combines biblical truth with science-backed tools to help women retrain their brains, heal their bodies, and reclaim their identity in Christ. We dive deep into the nocebo effect, biblical neuroplasticity, and a concept Kathryn calls “Theo-stacking”—a simple but powerful shift that brings your mind, body, and spirit into alignment with God’s design.
If you’ve ever felt dismissed by doctors, stuck in survival mode, or wondered if God really wants you well… this episode will speak straight to your soul.
Connect with Kathryn:
Website: kathrynmcadam.com
Book: Blessed Body
Instagram: @kathrynmcadamfnp
Podcast: Unstoppable Joy
Next Steps:
Start with phototherapy:
susangladstein.com/phototherapy
Go deeper with The Rooted Reset™:
susangladstein.com/reset
Join us in Costa Rica for the Rooted Reset Retreat 2026:
susangladstein.com/retreat
Join the Faith Over Pharma community:
faithoverpharma.org
Connect on Instagram: @susangladstein.co
Get the Faithful in the Wait Devotional: faithfulinthewait.com
Thursday Aug 14, 2025
Thursday Aug 14, 2025
After 9 surgeries, 9 medications, and nearly a decade of pain and depression, Heather Kooker was at the end of her rope—until God intervened in the most unexpected way.
In this raw and powerful conversation, Heather shares how a workplace injury left her physically and emotionally broken, and how one light-based technology became the answer to a desperate prayer. From regaining use of her arm to watching her parents heal from long COVID and fibromyalgia, Heather’s story is a reminder that God still heals—just not always in the way we expect.
We talk about:
– Life after injury, disability, and depression
– The moment Heather nearly gave up—and what stopped her
– How phototherapy brought hope, healing, and purpose
– The ripple effect of healing in her family
– Why faith and community are essential on this journey
If you’ve been told, “this is just how it is now,” we hope this episode stirs something in you.
Connect with Heather:
Email: hkooker@gmail.com
Next Steps:
Start with phototherapy:
susangladstein.com/phototherapy
Go deeper with The Rooted Reset™:
susangladstein.com/reset
Join us in Costa Rica for the Rooted Reset Retreat 2026:
susangladstein.com/retreat
Join the Faith Over Pharma community:
faithoverpharma.org
Connect on Instagram: @susangladstein.co
Get the Faithful in the Wait Devotional: faithfulinthewait.com
Monday Aug 11, 2025
Monday Aug 11, 2025
What if your “unexplained infertility” isn’t unexplained at all?
In this powerful episode, Dr. Tara Harding—a board-certified nurse practitioner, globally recognized fertility coach, and host of the Hopeful Hints podcast—pulls back the curtain on what’s really behind the infertility diagnoses so many women receive.
We talk about the silent epidemic of undiagnosed endometriosis, the failure of conventional medicine to address women’s pain, and the deeply personal journey that led Dr. Tara to launch a nationwide clinic that challenges the medical status quo.
If you’ve ever been told “everything looks fine” while your body says otherwise… this conversation will validate everything you’ve felt and equip you with the truth to take your next step forward—without shame, fear, or more guesswork.
We cover:
– Why “unexplained infertility” is often anything but
– How medical gaslighting delays diagnosis and healing
– Symptoms of silent endometriosis most doctors overlook
– Why IVF often fails without addressing root causes
– The importance of building a multi-modal healthcare team
– What your fatigue, gut issues, pain, and sleep problems might really be telling you
This one is packed with validation, practical wisdom, and truth that needs to be heard.
Connect with Dr. Tara Harding
Website: drtaraharding.com
Instagram: @drtaraharding
TikTok: @drtaraharding
🎧 Podcast: Hopeful Hints
Take her free Endometriosis Quiz and finally get some real answers.
Next Steps:
Start with phototherapy:
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Go deeper with The Rooted Reset™:
susangladstein.com/reset
Join us in Costa Rica for the Rooted Reset Retreat 2026:
susangladstein.com/retreat
Join the Faith Over Pharma community:
faithoverpharma.org
Connect on Instagram: @susangladstein.co
Get the Faithful in the Wait Devotional: faithfulinthewait.com
Thursday Aug 07, 2025
Thursday Aug 07, 2025
In this powerful Testimony Thursday episode, Teresa Philips opens up about her long battle with chronic Lyme disease, a series of traumatic accidents, and the emotional toll of being dismissed by doctors. From being unable to lift her head off the pillow to feeling better at 62 than she did in her 40s, her story is one of grit, grace, and God's unexpected provision.
You’ll hear:
– What chronic Lyme really feels like—and why it’s often misunderstood
– How Teresa went from skeptical to sold after trying phototherapy
– The moment she cried out to God and received clear direction
– Why she believes mindset and self-worth are key to healing
– A hope-filled message for anyone battling invisible illness or chronic pain
This episode is a must-listen for anyone who’s ever felt dismissed, discouraged, or done. Healing is possible—and Teresa’s story proves it.
Connect with Teresa:
Rejuvenatingfitness@gmail.com
Facebook: @rejuvenatingfitness
Facebook: @ShineOnHealthandWealth
Instagram: @rejuvenatingfitnes
Next Steps:
Start with phototherapy:
susangladstein.com/phototherapy
Go deeper with The Rooted Reset™:
susangladstein.com/reset
Join us in Costa Rica for the Rooted Reset Retreat 2026:
susangladstein.com/retreat
Join the Faith Over Pharma community:
faithoverpharma.org
Connect on Instagram: @susangladstein.co
Get the Faithful in the Wait Devotional: faithfulinthewait.com
Monday Aug 04, 2025
Monday Aug 04, 2025
If you’re constantly exhausted, inflamed, or just feel like your body isn’t working the way it used to—even when your labs say everything’s “normal”—this episode is for you.
Former combat pilot and now wellness entrepreneur Amanda Walstrom shares her raw, honest journey from hormone chaos, brain fog, and burnout… to vibrant energy, balanced cycles, and total transformation. No more chasing prescriptions or surviving on caffeine—just simple, natural tools that work with the body, not against it.
In this conversation, we cover:
- Why you might still feel awful even when your labs are “in range”
- How inflammation and hormone imbalances are often overlooked
- The powerful connection between stem cells, phototherapy, and hormone health
- Amanda’s 30-day transformation using phototherapy patches (without changing her workouts or diet)
- The mindset shift every woman needs to reclaim energy, balance, and joy—naturally and biblically
If you’ve been dismissed, told your labs are fine, or feel like you’re doing all the “right” things and still struggling… this episode is your permission slip to stop settling.
Connect with Amanda:
Facebook: @AmandaRoseWalstrom
Instagram: @AmandaRoseWalstrom
Email: yes@maxperformyourlife.com
Next Steps:
Start with phototherapy:
susangladstein.com/phototherapy
Go deeper with The Rooted Reset™:
susangladstein.com/reset
Join us in Costa Rica for the Rooted Reset Retreat 2026:
susangladstein.com/retreat
Join the Faith Over Pharma community:
faithoverpharma.org
Connect on Instagram: @susangladstein.co
Get the Faithful in the Wait Devotional: faithfulinthewait.com