What happens when the world’s top medical institutions hit a dead end? In this episode of Discover La Jolla, we sit down with Jeff Sternberg from KOI Wellbeing to uncover the technical reality of naturopathic medicine. Jeff’s journey through a complex Cushing syndrome diagnosis revealed a massive "data gap" in traditional allopathic care. We’re moving beyond the "herbs and tree bark" stereotypes. Join us as we explore how naturopathic practitioners use the same rigorous med-school foundations—anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology—but shift the focus toward the body’s innate, biological desire to heal itself using deep diagnostic data. 📍 Highlights from this Conversation: The Diagnostic Gap: Why traditional medicine often lacks the tools for complex cases. The Data-First Approach: Understanding naturopathy as a highly technical, medicinal field. Med School Realities: A look at the shared rigorous training between allopathic and naturopathic doctors. Biological Resilience: How to provide your body with the roadmap it needs to restore itself. "It’s not just holistic; it’s a sophisticated, technical pursuit of the root cause." 🔗 About Our Guest: Jeff Sternberg is a leader at KOI Wellbeing, a premier health and wellness destination in La Jolla/San Diego dedicated to integrative care and high-performance health. 🌐 Explore KOI Wellbeing: koiwellbeing.com Subscribe to Discover La Jolla: ✨ Stay Connected: Subscribe for more in-depth conversations with the leaders and visionaries of The Jewel. ✨ Instagram: @DiscoverLaJolla #DiscoverLaJolla #JeffSternberg #KOIWellbeing #NaturopathicMedicine #IntegrativeHealth #MedicalData #CushingSyndrome #LaJollaLife #TheJewel #HolisticScience #SanDiegoWellness

In this episode of Discover La Jolla, host Jim McInerney sits down with local legend and world-renowned surfboard shaper, Tim Bessell. With a career spanning over four decades, Tim shares his incredible journey from shaping his first board at age 13 to becoming a global name in both the surf and art industries.

In this episode, you’ll learn about:

The Early Days: How Tim’s grandfather, an aerospace engineer, taught him the fundamentals of fiberglass and resin in a basement workshop.

A Professional Pedigree: Tim’s rise through the ranks at iconic labels like Sunset Surfboards, Lightning Bolt on the North Shore, and his influential partnership with Billy Caster.

The Warhol Connection: The fascinating story of how Tim met Andy Warhol in NYC and eventually secured the exclusive worldwide license to feature Warhol’s iconic pop art on his surfboards.

Innovation in Surfing: A look at "The Grip," Tim’s revolutionary waxless surfboard technology that he spent 20 years perfecting.

Tim has been a staple of the La Jolla community at his Westbourne Street location since 1987. His boards have transitioned from the waves to the walls of prestigious museums like the San Diego Museum of Art and SFMOMA.

Connect with Tim Bessell:

Website: bessellsurfboards.com

Visit the Shop: 515 Westbourne Street, La Jolla, CA

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The Village like you’ve never seen it before. 🏛️🌊 On this episode of Discover La Jolla, we are peeling back the curtain on the 92037. I’m joined by the definitive expert on our town’s heritage, Chas Dye from La Jolla Walking Tours. We aren't just talking about the views. We’re diving into the "secret" history, the architectural legends, and the historic landmarks you walk past every single day without realizing the stories behind them. From the development of the iconic Prospect Street to the hidden gems tucked away on Herschel Ave, Chas reveals the secrets that even lifelong residents haven't heard. 🕵️‍♂️📜 This is our podcast—the official soundtrack for those who want to live, breathe, and discover La Jolla with some style. 🎙️✨ Watch now and stay tuned for more weekly deep dives into the La Jolla lifestyle.