Welcome to the Viking Talks Podcast. In the podcast, Bjarne Kragh, a physiotherapist of over 25 years, talks to special guest on topics related to wellness. Bjarne's goal is to increase public knowledge related to wellness so that everyone can live longer and happier lives.
Viking Talks: Episode 12: Vanessa - the healthy gut nutritionist
Viking Talks: Episode 12: Vanessa Vanderhoek, The Healthy Gut NutritionistIn this episode of the Viking Talks Podcast, Bjarne Kragh welcomes Vanessa Vanderhoek, an Integrative and Functional Medicine Nutritionist and the founder of The Healthy Gut Nutritionist. Vanessa came to nutrition after a family member’s autoimmune diagnosis and her own experience of chronic illness, and she now works with clients across Australia and overseas via Zoom.Bjarne and Vanessa talk about gut health and why it’s worth paying attention to your digestion, how nutrition and lifestyle fit together, and what functional testing can and can’t tell you. Vanessa also explains how she approaches ongoing symptoms by looking for the underlying cause, rather than managing each one separately.
This episode is general information only. It isn’t a substitute for advice from your GP or other treating health professional.
Find Vanessa
Website: https://www.thehealthygutnutritionist.com/ (https://www.thehealthygutnutritionist.com/)
Viking Talks is brought to you by Southside Physio. Find us at https://southsidephysio.com.au/ (https://southsidephysio.com.au/)
25 May 2025
Viking Talks: Episode 11: Dr Lynda Newmann Menopause and Perimenopause
Bjarne Kragh interviews Dr. Lynda Newman, a General Practitioner, about the intricacies of menopause and perimenopause, focusing on symptom management and preventative healthcare for women's midlife wellness.
30 Oct 2023
Viking Talks: Episode 10: Menslink
Bjarne welcomes Mark Wadie from Menslink to discuss the amazing work Menlink do for young men in Canberra.
https://menslink.org.au/
Bjarne is supporting the Menslink Great Walk 2023 and would love for you to join him! You can make a donation to Menslink Great Walk 2023 online at: https://www.menslinkgreatwalk.com.au/bjarne-kragh-southside-physio (https://www.menslinkgreatwalk.com.au/bjarne-kragh-southside-physio)
Thanks for all your support!
16 Oct 2023
Viking Talks: Episode 9: The importance of sleep
In this Episode Bjarne welcome Dr Grant Willison to talk all things sleep and sleep apnea.
https://www.sleepandlifestyle.com.au/
Grant is a registered physiotherapist with over 20 years’ experience in the area of sleep medicine. He has a PhD in Medicine from the University of Sydney and worked for the bulk of his career at the Centre for Respiratory Failure and Sleep Disorders at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital in Sydney.Working with clients has always been central to his work and transforming the lives of real people is his central motivation. Not only has he been involved in clinical practice but he has also conducted research evaluating new treatments with the goal of advancing therapy.
In 2004 he obtain a PhD in medicine from the University of Sydney evaluating new therapies for patients with sleep apnea and heart failure. Another of his major interests is in the area of education. Grant has been involved in education at many different levels, whether this be speaking to a small group of rural doctors and nurses working in an Emergency Department, addressing a gathering of sleep apnea patients or co-ordinating and lecturing at national courses in Sleep Disorders Medicine. His philosophy has been to pass on his knowledge to others. Grant is a sought after speaker due to his experience and practical approach which is tailored to his audience.He delivers on-going education and training to our staff so that they can provide clients with a hands-on approach and expert up-to-date advice concerning treatment options which is pivotal to the ongoing success of our clinic.Throughout his career Grant has been involved in many different spheres including as a consultant to industry, clinician and educator. This experience has also allowed him to observe the many challenges that have arisen when a healthcare system struggles to cope with a new disorder such as sleep apnea. A particular concern is the failure to provide clients with a comprehensive approach to their sleep apnea treatment.The Sleep and Lifestyle Clinic seeks to address these failures by providing expert initiation and acclimatisation to PAP therapy ensuring that you maximise the benefits of therapy. Along with this we assist our clients to make realistic and attainable lifestyle changes which address the bigger picture and lead to long-term health benefits.
27 Feb 2023
Viking Talks: Episode *: Breathwork and Trauma therapy with Dr Polly McGee
Bjarne welcomes Dr Polly McGee to the podcast. Polly is a an all purpose human being, a somoatic psychotherapist and leadership facilitator. You can find the link to Pollys Website and podcast here:
https://www.pollymcgee.com/
https://open.spotify.com/show/0h4rV8VzZuP5xrvQzfgGE9?si=zZx3d2ZRT3SAbzDxy3Sd-Q&dl_branch=1&nd=1
20 Jan 2023
Viking Talks: Episode 7: Music and Health
Bjarne Kragh speaks with Jessica Cottis the conductor of Canberra Symphony Orchestra. They discuss Jess' injury that lead to a shift away from being a musician to becoming a conductor. Bjarne and Jess discuss the the healing power of music, leadership and indigenous music culture.
You can find our more about Jessica Cottis:
https://www.jessicacottis.com/about
You can learn more about the canberra symphany orchestra here:
https://cso.org.au/ (https://cso.org.au/)
17 Nov 2022
Viking Talks: Episode 6: Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction
Bjarne Kragh speaks with Megan Layton from Simply Mindful. Megan Layton is the Director of Simply Mindful and an experienced Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) teacher, Yoga and Meditation teacher and Mental Health Social Worker working with individuals and groups to help them thrive.
You can find our more about Simply Mindful programs here:
https://simplymindful.com.au/our-programs-2/our-programs/ (https://simplymindful.com.au/our-programs-2/our-programs/)
You can learn more about Megan here:
https://simplymindful.com.au/team-member/megan-layton/ (https://simplymindful.com.au/team-member/megan-layton/)
18 Jan 2022
Viking Talks: Episode 5: The Jaw
Due to Covid isolation requirements Bjarne is unable to interview his guest. Therefore Bjarne discusses all things related to the jaw/TMJ and how physiotherapy, dentistry and lifestyle changes can help with managing Jaw pain and dysfunction. Bjarne has been interested in the Jaw for 20 years of practice and has extensive experience in the area.
Show Notes:
- Breath by James Nestor
https://www.mrjamesnestor.com/ (https://www.mrjamesnestor.com/)
- The Dental Diet, Dr Steven Lin
https://www.amazon.com.au/Dental-Diet-Surprising-between-Life-Changing-ebook/dp/B07681JGPL (https://www.amazon.com.au/Dental-Diet-Surprising-between-Life-Changing-ebook/dp/B07681JGPL)
http://southsidephysio.com.au/node/226 (http://southsidephysio.com.au/node/226) to read more about the Jaw and and rocabado exercises
For Questions or feedback please email vt@sspg.com.au (mailto:vt@sspg.com.au)
22 Oct 2021
Viking Talks: Episode 4: Resilience
This episode Bjarne welcomes Martin Fisk. Martin has served as the Chief Executive of Menslink since 2011 after a twenty-five year career in both the private and public sectors, including nearly ten years running his own business. The viking and Martin talk about resilience in a heart felt episode.
To Sponsor Bjarne on the Great walk click here
https://menslink-great-walk-2021.raisely.com/bjarne-kragh-southside-physio (https://menslink-great-walk-2021.raisely.com/bjarne-kragh-southside-physio)
https://menslink.org.au (https://menslink.org.au)
11 Oct 2021
Viking Talk: Episode 3: Concussion
This episode the viking welcomes Chris Bacchus and Djordje Cudovski, two highly experienced physiotherapist who have undertaken extras training in in the management of concussion. This is a very informative session and an excellent resource for all contact sports.
Please visit https://www.southsidephysio.com.au/Complete-Concussion-Management-Southside-Physio-Canberra (https://www.southsidephysio.com.au/Complete-Concussion-Management-Southside-Physio-Canberra) for more information
18 Sept 2021
Viking Talks: Episode 2: Gratitude
Bjarne welcomes Dr Kerry Howells who is an expert on gratitude. They will be taking a deep dive into gratitude as well as grief and resentfulness.
Kerry's new book is out, Untangling you: How can I be grateful when I am so resentful. To purchase her book or for more information please go to her website below. You can use the discount code Viking10 for $10 discount.
http://www.kerryhowells.com/ (http://www.kerryhowells.com/)
13 Aug 2021
Viking Talks: Episode 1: Mens Health
Craig Allingham joins the Viking to talk all things related to Mens Health. Welcome to episode 1 of the Viking talks. Craig is a Physiotherapist who has extensive expertise in Mens health. He has published two books on everything you need to know about prostate cancer. Craig discusses the role of rehabilitation pre and post surgically in prostate cancer. Craig has a very positive outlook on life and advocates for the role of exercise, mindfulness and meditation with Bjarne in an action packed 40 minuets.
Please see the links below for more information on Craig.
https://craigallingham.com/?page_id=1032 (https://craigallingham.com/?page_id=1032)
https://twitter.com/craigallingham?lang=en (https://twitter.com/craigallingham?lang=en)
2 Aug 2021
VikingTalks: Series Tease and Introduction
A quick 50 second introduction to what Viking Talks is all about. Bjarne Kragh Is a Great Dane and physiotherapist of over 25 years. The series will dive into topics relating to wellbeing.
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