39 GEN - a Yo San University podcast
This podcast is a gateway into all things Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), offering insights to the wisdom and healing at YSU. Whether you are a seasoned practitioner or a newcomer, you are welcome to dip your toe in the water or take a deep dive into learning about acupuncture, herbs, qi cultivation and other healing modalities.
Podcasting since 2024 • 40 episodes
39 GEN - a Yo San University podcast
Latest Episodes
The Policy Pivot: Loans, Legislation, and the Future of Acupuncture With CSOMA
In this special edition of the Yo San University 39GEN Podcast, Emily sits down with CSOMA board members Dr. Julie Tran, Dr. Ra Adcock, and Dr. Robert Hoffman for a deep dive into the ‘perfect storm’ hitting acupuncture schools in 2026. This ep...
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Dual Cultivation: Dr Robert Hoffman on Integrating Identity + Profession in Times of Change
This episode features Dr. Robert Hoffman, President and CEO of Yo San University, in conversation with host 39GEN Emily. Dr. Hoffman shares his remarkable transition from a high-stakes, 30-year career in the music industry—where he worked as a ...
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East Meets Evidence: Acupuncture and Modern Medicine for Fertility and Trauma with Nicole Lange
Acupuncturist Nicole Lange joins Sean to dive deep into trauma, fertility, and what real whole-person care looks like in practice. Nicole shares her early path into TCM, how personal experiences led her to specialize in reproductive health and ...
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Dr. Jake Fratkin: Building Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine in America
Your 39GEN host Sean sits down with veteran clinician and teacher Dr. Jake Fratkin, who has spent 45 years in East Asian medicine. Jake traces his path from 1970s apprenticeships in Chicago with Dr. In-yeon Moon and herbal pharmacy work with fe...
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Quantum Physics, Acupuncture, and AI for Integrative Healthcare with Dr. Aram Akopyan
In this episode of the Yo San University 39Gen Podcast, host Sean Trace sits down with Dr. Aram Akopyan, a medical doctor, licensed acupuncturist, and global advocate for Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Dr. Akopyan shares his unique journey...
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