Conversations are always calming and a joy to listen to. I really appreciate how centered the host is in his own energy.

Michael is a gift to our field and to the health of our society. Super grateful for his wisdom, humility and humor! Highly recommended!

I though this was very interesting and the problem that has arisen as a result of mistranslations from Pali to Chinese to Japanese and then English etc makes a lot of sense and I would have loved to hear more about that. But, I think that both speakers have veered into unknown territory once they started to talk about psychosis. It is a risk for some people who try serious meditation practices and that is why any serious school of meditation goes out of their way to screen these kind of people. It doesn’t always work though and there have been a few instances were people ended up taking their owns lives. Does this mean that meditation caused it or the vegetarian diet caused it? Everyday, worldwide, people have psychotic breakdowns and most of those people are not vegetarian. Yes, from a TCM perspective you could argue that they suffer from qi and or blood vacuity etc etc but anyone who has worked in the field of mental health will quickly point out that this is only a minor issue. People don’t suddenly have psychotic breakdowns out of the blue. There are often longstanding genetic, social, and other factors that play a huge roll here. My last comment has to do with the host. You need to let people speak and not constantly interrupt. This is a problem that I’ve noticed with a number of podcast hosts. Let them speak. Listen to masters in the field such as the hosts of Hidden Brain, How I built this, and Fresh Air.

Let me first say that there are a lot of conversations I have really enjoyed in this podcast. I am a wellness practitioner myself and really wanted to get a more in-depth perspective on TCM and all its myriad dimensions. I recently was introduced to the show by a friend and began binge-listening. I appreciate a lot of the open-mindedness it tries to achieve, but have been baffled by now a couple different episodes that made unnecessary transphobic comments, which seem to take away from its ultimate aim. I find it surprising that these elements are not examined by the host himself, given they came from him and he seems to be very conscious of examining his own biases. I challenge myself by continuing to listen for other useful information rather than dismissing it outright, but they do take away from the rest of what I would consider a very thought-provoking show.

Michael is an amazing interviewer and knows how to pull tons of knowledge from every guest!

Thank you, Michael Max & guests, for making such a helpful mind-provoking & heart-opening podcast for the East Asian medicine lover. As a longtime massage therapist currently in acupuncture school, I love to listen to this on my way to see clients, to our student clinic, or classes. As I learn more about this beautiful medicine I go back to listen to episodes from past years with new ears, & look forward to doing that for years to come. Thank you so much!

Qiological is such a great podcasts, thank you for sharing these enriching conversations. Qiological includes many topics that I wish were discussed during my graduate school training.

Great podcast with widespread and inspiring conversations about Chinese medicine. I’m grateful for Michael’s humble and light hearted, poetic approach to this medicine. Thank you!

Beautiful podcast covering the relevant flows of Chinese medicine.

I listened to the Qiological Podcast with Randy Clere and learned about starting your appointment with tea. What a great idea! I think the most interesting thing I learned was that the unconscious mind doesn’t understand a negative statement. Keep them coming Michael Max! You give people a lot to think about!

This show enriches my professional and inner life, and I look forward to it every week!

Excellent interviews and conversations! I’m so grateful to have found you!

Qiological is heartfully produced with elegant detail in each beat. Everything about the hour flows exquisitly. The intro monologue is an elegantly woven story which foreshadows the rest of the hour with a tiny morsel to peak your curiosity and propel you into the belly of the beast. Michael is as curious as a four year old, and even though he is a senior practitioner he also queries with the egolessness of a four year old. This podcast is a safe playground for all practitioners to enjoy. I am so grateful for this weekly gift. It's like getting a postcard in the mail from a dear friend. Thank you so much for all you do Michael! Our world is better because you are in it.

I love this podcast! I don't have many colleagues to talk to in my area and this podcast stops the isolation. I’m so grateful for everything I learn from this.

This podcast gets me out of bed in the morning and excited to hear what's next on the menu from Michael Max! His topics and guests are always incredibly interesting and his narrative and instights pre and post show are wholly compelling. Thank you Mr. Max for this inticing dive into all things Chinese Medicine. You restore my excitement for this amazing yet immensely challenging form of medicine. Ok, I'm off now to sign up to be a Qiologician!!

I look forward to every episode of this podcast. The host is thoughtful and the conversations are meaningful. It’s also a great way to get exposed to new ideas in the East Asian field. I’ve had so many interesting conversations after listening to episodes. I’ve also ordered books and signed up for seminars after hearing interviews with certain guests.

As a student of East Asian medicine, I find it so important to balance learning for school and board exams with really learning and embodying the medicine. I love the style of this podcast. I feel super connected to an esteemed community of doers who are making a difference in the world. Thanks Michael Max, for allowing me on-demand access to all these wonderful “sifu’s”. And YES, I’m a Qiologician. Love all the extras and proud to give back to the community.

I’m so grateful to have access to a high quality, entertaining podcast on Chinese Medicine. Insightful, inspirational and educational!

Entertaining, full of wisdom and resources... It's nice to feel more connected to the world of Chinese Medicine while on my long drives. Lots of gems here that can immediately be applied, and others that will take time to germinate. Thank you!

I am a student of TCM nearing the end of my studies in school. Schooling began to take some of the fun out of TCM for me and this podcast has helped me to refocus & get excited about TCM all over again!

Thank you Michael Max, for your dedicated, heartfelt, deep dive into the wisdom, and astounding conveyance of the esoteric, practical and effective–yet mystical–essence of Chinese medicine. You are a gem. I so appreciate your humility and curiosity as you explore this vast terrain and history of this beautiful medicine with all of your guests and fellow scholars and practitioners. May we all "slowly, slowly arrive" to alleviate the suffering of the world.

A brilliant conversation with Michael Max and Dr. Dan Keown. Simply fascinating to listen in as embryology, channels and the organizing intelligence of life are explored through the lens of development of the body and the potential of healing and wellness. Listen in!

Thanks!

Great podcast for CM professionals.

Gets me thru those cold days in NY when I’m coming home from the clinic late and need some wisdom. Met Michael in person at the Shen Nong symposium..this dude is a celeb👍👍

Great showt, amazing guests in the profession of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine!

Just listened to the podcast on laser therapy- reinvigorated me to try using the ones I bought. Great practical info to put into practice immediately. Thanks so much.

Our profession has been lacking a solid and consistent podcast for so long! I love listening to this on my commute, it sure does make the time fly. Sometimes I have to finish the show in my driveway! I love the ease and openness of sharing, great variety of topics, and of course, I am partial to anything classical! Keep it up, please!

I’ve just listened to my second podcast in this series and feel compelled to commend Michael on his work, his style, and his way of being in conversation with the guests. I love how he ask the questions that are going through my mind and how he navigates between talking to new and experienced practitioners alike. I’m so glad that a new colleague acquaintance told me about Qiological. It’s a podcast that makes me proud of being an acupuncturist. It is imminently listenable, educational and motivational. Thank you, Michael!

This is by far my favorite Podcast! Michael is so great at not only bringing on amazing guest speakers but also asking the right questions. More often than not, soon after I need clarification, Michael gets clarification from the guest. I always walk away with something that I feel I can use. You really need this resource!

Informative, inspiring, fun, applicable to both modern and ancient information/ styles/ approaches... just fantastic. Thank you.

Michael Max is a world traveler who speaks and translates Chinese. He gets amazing guests on his show and is an excellent interviewer and communicator. We are so lucky to have this amazing podcast available to us. This is the best part about technology! Thank you to Michael and all his supporters!!

Excellent show! Just started reading Jason's book with Dr. Wang and loved hearing more about how the book came about. Will make this podcast a regular excuse to avoid studying for my boards!

I've thoroughly been enjoying so these podcast shows. They are a fantastic resource for information on important topics related to our profession. I especially like the CBD, medicinal mushroom, and period repair discussions. As an independent practicioner and one of the few acupuncturists in my area, I find it so refreshing to listen to our TCM language. Micheal asks great questions and brings on exceptional guests. So gratfrul to have this resource!

I really enjoy the conversations. They usually peak my interest in something new or get me to think of something is a slightly new way. It’s intelligible and good quality. There’s nothing worse than a podcast with great content you can’t hear. Well done.

Please, please, PLEASE stop clicking that pen in the background! It's so distracting I can barely listen. If were it just one episode I'd understand, but it's always present. Love the interviews though.

Every single episode of this podcast has been fun and interesting to listen to. Michael asks thoughtful questions, and his guests, being experts at what they do, bring interesting insight and experience to these conversations. The conversations seem to flow naturally and are relaxing to listen to, and also teach me so much. As an acupuncturist, this pocast is everything I could want in a podcast about acupuncture-related topics. It is truly my favorite podcast!

This is a really fantastic source for REAL infromation about Chinese medicine. Michael Max interviews true experts in their field, and this podcast is full of solid experience and knowledge

This is a serious step in the right direction for the field of East Asian medicine. Way to go, Michael Max, for bringing our medicine and culture fully into the new millennia! Any practitioner who is interested in enriching their understanding of our medicine needs to be listening in to these discussions. I no longer fear Seattle traffic because there are plenty of Qiological episodes to listen to! - Xander Kahn, L.Ac.

I love this podcast. I get so much helpful information, useful ideas for clinical techniques, and just plain old inspiration. After each show, I find myself wishing the converstions would go on for another hour or two! Really enlightening discussions on a variety of topics, especially if you have a real interest in East Asian Medicine. High caliber practitioners and scholars are Michael's guests, and he always asks the most fascinating questions -- because he's a great listener. Excellent production values too. I produced audio features and documentaries, before I began my practice, so I know that high quality production really makes a difference for listeners. Thanks so much, Michael Max! Looking forward to more.

I am a fairly new practitioner and have had chance to study at the Doctorate program in Oakland w some of the guests such as Dr.Fitzgerald, Dr.Huang Huang, Dr. Mccann. I really appreciate the information that each practitioner has provided. Thank you Michael Max!

An excellent podcast for acupuncturists, and students of acupuncture, to geek out on listening to honest, heart-felt, and intelligent conversations about the field of acupuncture and Chinese medicine. If you're looking to be continually inspired by the medicine, this is the podcast for you!

Thank you Michael for creating this unique and inspiring forum. I always learn something with each podcast. With much appreciation, Toby

As a practitioner of Chinese medicine and being out of school for several years, I am so glad I found this podcast. If you a) miss being in school and the intellectual stimulation, b) long for a deeper understanding of the classical texts and their application in modern clinical settings, or c) just want to be inspired and reminded of why you chose this profession, check this podcast out!

With his experienced and knowladgable guests, Michael Max brings extremely valuable discussions about Chines Medicine to profesional practitioners and studends alike. The information and insights are both clinivally useful inspiring one to dig deeper and grow much furhter as a Chinese Medicine professional.

If you crave smart conversations about Chinese medicine, then subscribe to this podcast. I always learn at least one new thing, and appreciate Michael Max's interview style. I also appreciate that Max is drawing from voices in the Chinese mecicine community that are not the usual suspects.

This podcast fills a hole in available information. I've basically stopped buying new books because I've grown tired of poor writing, rite prescriptions, cursory discussions, and piece meal approach to a vastly intricate medicine. More please.

This new podcast is a wonderful resource for both acupuncturists and those who want to dive deep into Chinese medicine. This podcast is a great way to get into some important topics with some great guests. I consider this a must-listen for both practicing acupuncturists and aficionados alike.