In this episode of The Most Painful Podcast, host Tom Hoppe is joined by Dr. Kim Foster, a former family physician turned author and identity‑based transformation expert.
Together, they explore what it truly takes to create meaningful, long‑lasting behaviour change—moving beyond quick fixes to shi…
The Most Painful Podcast
by Chronic Pain Center of Excellence, Story Studio Network
Welcome to The Most Painful Podcast! This podcast covers all aspects of chronic pain by presenting evidence-based information that provides better insight into chronic pain. Recent Government of Canada research found that Veterans are twice as likely to suffer from chronic pain compared to others in the Canadian population. We aim to investigate how this impacts Veterans and their families. We explore topics such as cannabis and psychedelics, and do they help treat chronic pain? We also investigate back surgery, military identity and what military and professional athletes have in common with identity. The evidence-based information on the show will help Veterans, clinicians, researchers, and anyone suffering from chronic pain. It is a 360-degree approach to education on chronic pain.https://www.veteranschronicpain.ca/The MOST PAINFUL PODCAST is produced for the Chronic Pain Center of Excellence by Story Studio Network and iContact Productions.
Latest Episodes
In this episode of The Most Painful Podcast, host Tom Hoppe is joined by Jessi Beyer to explore the often unseen world of invisible pain and its deep connection to mental health.
Jessi brings a unique perspective as a crisis mental health clinician working with law enforcement, fire services, and a…
In this episode of The Most Painful Podcast, host Tom Hoppe is joined by Dr. Ashwin Juneja to explore the growing field of pharmacogenetics and its role in chronic pain management.
Following up on our recent discussion about High‑Intensity Interval Training, this conversation shifts to how genetics…
Dr. Martin Gibala returns to The Most Painful Podcast after his popular Season 6 appearance on High‑Intensity Interval Training (HIIT).
In this episode, Tom Hoppe dives into new and emerging research on HIIT, exploring what’s changed, what we’re learning, and how these insights can help you train …
Welcome to Season 7 of The Most Painful Podcast.
We want to kick off the new season by thanking listeners from Canada, the U.S., the UK, and Europe for their continued support and feedback, which helps shape the topics that matter most to you.
In this premiere episode, Tom Hoppe is joined by Dr. P…
In this encore episode of The Most Painful Podcast, host Tom Hoppe welcomes back Dr. Brenda Lau, a renowned pain specialist from Vancouver, BC. Together, they unpack how reframing women’s health and chronic pain leads to better outcomes not only for women, but for all genders. Dr. Lau shares insight…
In this encore episode of The Most Painful Podcast, host Tom Hoppe speaks with Dr. Andrea Furlan, a pain specialist from Toronto, Ontario. Together, they explore how journaling can be a powerful tool for managing chronic pain—helping individuals process their experiences, reduce stress, and support …
In Season Five, Episode 6, we spoke with Andrew Thomas about the benefits of cold-water therapy. Since then, new research has emerged highlighting both the potential advantages and risks of this popular practice.
Today, host Tom Hoppe is joined by Dr. Markus Besemann and Dr. Francois Hanman to discu…
Today, host Tom Hoppe welcomes Tanja Yardley, Head of the Brain Innovation Network, to explore the forefront of brain health research. Tanja shares her expertise on the latest advances in brain health assessment tools, emerging treatments, and innovative technologies designed to support cognitive fu…
Chronic pain can be a lonely journey, with many sufferers feeling isolated and misunderstood. This struggle often extends beyond the individual, deeply affecting family members and caregivers.
In this episode, host Tom Hoppe is joined by Dr. Dinna Icatar, a Concussion Management Specialist and Chiro…
Reinjury is a common challenge following an initial injury—especially in high-demand environments like sports and military service. Understanding how to prevent it is crucial for long-term recovery and performance.
In this episode, host Tom Hoppe is joined by Daniel Crumback, a highly credentialed e…
In previous episodes, we've discussed the deep connection between mental health and chronic pain. Today, we take that conversation further with Dr. Venue Karapareddy, a psychiatrist with specialized expertise in brain health, neuroplasticity, and innovative mental health treatments.
Dr. Karapareddy …
Today, we welcome back Dr. Jeffrey Mogil, E.P. Taylor Chair in Pain Studies at McGill University, to explore the fascinating world of preclinical pain research—specifically, the role of gender differences.
In this episode, host Tom Hoppe asks Dr. Mogil to explain what preclinical research is and why…
In Season One, we explored how chronic pain can affect children—and how parental pain may increase the risk of chronic pain in the next generation.
In this episode, host Tom Hoppe welcomes back Dr. Melanie Noel, Principal Investigator of the original study, to discuss her latest research examining t…
How does mindset influence chronic pain, recovery, and treatment outcomes? And what role does identity play in the healing process?
In this episode, host Tom Hoppe is joined by Nicholas Held, Interim Scientific Director of the Canadian Institute for Military and Veteran Health Research (CIMVHR). Nic…
Many of you may be familiar with the biopsychosocial model of pain, which recognizes that chronic pain isn’t just physical—it also has psychological and social dimensions.In this episode, host Tom Hoppe is joined by Dr. Tim Salomons, Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at Queen’s Uni…
We’ve often discussed the importance of movement, exercise, and muscle strength on this podcast. But as we age, our bodies naturally lose muscle mass—a process that can significantly impact chronic pain and overall function.So, how can we slow muscle loss and maintain strength over time?In this epis…
Many people living with chronic pain also experience inflammation, which can significantly affect their quality of life. But what exactly is inflammation, and how can you reduce it?
In this episode, host Tom Hoppe is joined by Dr. Alexandra Perel-Winkler, a doctor and healer who works out of Clement…
Welcome to Season Six of The Most Painful Podcast!
This season, we’re diving deeper into the science and stories behind chronic pain with evidence-based insights to help improve your health and quality of life. Topics this season include inflammatory burden and how to reduce it, the intersection o…
Back by popular demand, Dr. Max Sun—Professor at UBC and Pain Specialist—returns to the podcast to dive deeper into a topic that affects millions: inflammatory arthritis. In Season 4, Dr. Sun gave us a broad overview of arthritis, and since then, we've heard from many listeners wanting to learn more…