Rubin on Point

About Rubin on Point

What does it really mean to heal? To find strength in uncertainty? To not just survive, but thrive? Welcome to Rubin on Point. I’m Dr. Dan Rubin, a naturopathic oncologist exploring the science—and soul—of resilience. This podcast is about how we heal, adapt, and harness our inner strength. Through conversations with experts, survivors, and innovators, we’ll uncover how people redefine health and transform their lives—no matter the challenge. Let’s get started.

Publisher

Dan Rubin, ND FABNO

Category

health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

21 Feb 2025

Latest episode

31 Jul 2026

Latest episodes

46 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   31 Jul 2026

   The Hidden Crisis Behind Healthy Food | Rubin On Point | Jennifer Caraway

   Most people think healthy eating starts at the grocery store. Jennifer Caraway says it starts long before that—with the farmers willing to dedicate their lives to growing real food. In Part 1 of our new four-part Food Is Medicine series, Dr. Dan Rubin sits down with Jennifer Caraway, Founder & CEO of JoyBus, to explore the people behind our food system and why supporting local farmers may be one of the most important health decisions we can make. Jennifer shares the story of Farmer Frank, the first farmer who believed in JoyBus, how local growers helped launch an organization serving cancer patients across Arizona, and why the future of farming—and our health—is at a crossroads. In this episode: Why food became medicine The inspiring story behind JoyBus Farmer Frank and the beginning of a movement Why local farmers matter more than ever The challenges independent farmers face Factory farming vs. regenerative agriculture Seasonal eating and supporting local food systems What the future of farming could look like This is Part 1 of our four-part Food Is Medicine series. If you enjoyed this conversation, be sure to like, subscribe, and share with someone passionate about nutrition, farming, and the future of health. #FoodIsMedicine #JoyBus #FarmToTable #CancerCare #Nutrition #HealthyEating #LocalFarmers #RubinOnPoint #FunctionalMedicine #Wellness To learn more about the Joy Bus visit www.joybus.org Chapter Timestamps 00:00 Introduction 00:43 Meet Jennifer Caraway 02:22 Introducing the Food Is Medicine Series 04:30 How JoyBus Began 05:13 The Farmer Who Said Yes 07:50 Why Local Farmers Matter 10:08 Does Better Beef Feel Different? 11:42 The Challenges Facing Farmers 16:25 Why We Should Eat Seasonally 18:16 What Happens If Farmers Disappear? 20:59 The Future of Farming 27:53 Legislative Solutions 29:28 Why Food Is Finally Being Taken Seriously 30:35 Final Thoughts

2. 

   20 Jul 2026

   How To Test Your Gut with Sri Ganeshan | Rubin On Point

   How much can a stool test really tell you about your health?With gut health taking center stage in medicine and social media, it's becoming harder to separate evidence from hype. In this episode of Rubin On Point, Dr. Dan Rubin sits down with Sri Ganeshan, MD, gastroenterologist and Chief Medical Officer of RSM Diagnostic Labs and ReligenDx, to explore what today's gut testing can—and can't—tell us.Sri Ganeshan, MD is a gastroenterologist, physician-scientist, and the Chief Medical Officer of RSM Diagnostic Labs and ReligenDx. His work focuses on advancing laboratory diagnostics through clinically actionable testing, with expertise in gastrointestinal health, microbiome science, mitochondrial function, and precision medicine.Together, they unpack the science behind stool testing, the differences between PCR and culture-based testing, and why clinically actionable results matter more than simply collecting more data. They also discuss the microbiome, digestive function, parasite testing, pancreatic health, probiotics, emerging AI technology in laboratory diagnostics, and the current evidence surrounding repurposed medications like ivermectin.Whether you're a patient looking to better understand your gut health or a healthcare professional interested in the future of functional diagnostics, this conversation offers practical insights grounded in clinical experience and scientific evidence.In This EpisodePCR vs. culture stool testingWhy "more testing" isn't always betterHow clinicians interpret microbiome resultsFunctional markers that may matter more than bacteria aloneThe role of pancreatic elastase and digestive functionParasite testing: facts vs. social media mythsWhat we know—and don't know—about ivermectin in cancer careThe future of AI in laboratory medicineWhy healthy habits still matter most for gut healthChapters00:00 – Introduction00:56 – Meet Sri Ganeshan, MD02:10 – PCR vs. Culture: What's the Difference?07:27 – Are We Overcomplicating Gut Testing?11:15 – The Problem with Chasing One Lab Value14:15 – Functional Gut Markers That Matter16:11 – Why Pancreatic Elastase Is Often Overlooked18:17 – Parasites: Separating Fact from Fiction22:06 – Ivermectin and Repurposed Medications27:44 – What Today's Gut Tests Can Actually Tell Us29:13 – EMFs, the Microbiome & Emerging Questions32:08 – Why Food Still Matters Most33:18 – Final ThoughtsSubscribe to Rubin On Point for conversations about cancer resilience, functional medicine, longevity, and what it truly means to be human.#RubinOnPoint #GutHealth #Microbiome #FunctionalMedicine #DigestiveHealth #IntegrativeMedicine #PrecisionMedicine #CancerResilience #Podcast

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   3 Jul 2026

   8% Chance of Survival...AS IF!! | Ivelisse Page of Believe Big | Rubin On Point

   Can a cancer diagnosis become the catalyst for changing healthcare forever? In this episode of Rubin On Point, Dr. Dan Rubin sits down with Ivelisse Page, Executive Director and Co-founder of the Believe Big Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to bridging conventional and integrative oncology. After overcoming both stage IV colon cancer and endometrial cancer without chemotherapy, Ivelisse has devoted her life to patient advocacy, advancing mistletoe therapy research, and expanding access to whole-person cancer care. Together, they explore her remarkable journey—from receiving an 8% chance of survival to becoming a driving force behind integrative cancer research and compassionate patient support. Ivelisse shares how one moment in a hospital waiting room inspired the creation of Believe Big, the role mistletoe therapy played in her healing, and her vision for the Believe Big Institute of Health, an innovative model designed to make integrative oncology more accessible for patients everywhere. The conversation also explores the emotional and spiritual aspects of healing, the importance of community, and why resilience is about much more than simply surviving cancer. Whether you're navigating a cancer diagnosis, supporting a loved one, or passionate about the future of integrative medicine, this episode offers hope, inspiration, and a powerful reminder that healing happens on many levels. In this episode, you'll learn about: • Ivelisse's personal cancer recovery journey and healing philosophy • The mistletoe clinical trials she helped initiate with Johns Hopkins University • The vision behind the Believe Big Institute of Health and its patient-centered programs • Why addressing the physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of healing matters • How resilience, purpose, and community can transform the cancer experience If you're interested in learning more about Believe Big's work, join the Believe Big Integrative Cancer Symposium on October 17 in Towson, Maryland, where leading experts in integrative oncology will share the latest research and clinical insights. Ivelisse and her husband have also launched Wellness Home Direct, a professional-grade wellness marketplace featuring carefully curated products to support health and healing. Learn more: 🤍 Believe Big Foundation: https://believebig.org (https://believebig.org/) 🤍 Believe Big Integrative Cancer Symposium: https://believebig.org (https://believebig.org/) 🤍 Wellness Home Direct: https://www.wellnesshomedirect.com (https://www.wellnesshomedirect.com/) Chapters 00:00 Intro 00:43 Meet Ivelisse Page 02:25 The vision for an integrative cancer hospital 06:07 Healing beyond medicine: emotional and spiritual care 10:03 Her stage IV colon cancer diagnosis 13:24 The symptoms that changed everything 16:24 Choosing an individualized approach to treatment 17:23 Receiving an 8% chance of survival 19:20 Discovering mistletoe therapy 20:50 Liver surgery and the road to recovery 22:00 The Africa mission trip that reshaped her purpose 26:51 The waiting room that inspired Believe Big 28:25 The story behind the Believe mugs 30:20 Overcoming fear during cancer treatment 32:30 Becoming cancer-free 36:21 Funding the first Johns Hopkins mistletoe clinical trial 38:53 Why the organization is called Believe Big 41:27 EMF protection and resilience 42:32 Final thoughts on hope and healing 43:05 Outro

Who has been a guest on Rubin on Point

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• Robb Blackaby
• Doug Harmon
• Monisha Bhanote MD FCAP ABOIM CCMS YMTS
• Henry Cejudo
• Johnjay Van Es

Reach and audience

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

8 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

4 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 31 / 100

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Quality

49

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

32

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