Avoiding Mesh: Glen Merzer on Inguinal Hernia Surgery, Healing, and Health Without Fear

In this episode of the Plant Based Coaches Podcast, Richard Hubbard and Dr. Suzanne Foxx sit down with Glen Merzer—renowned author, playwright, and plant-based advocate—to discuss his personal experience with inguinal hernia surgery. Glen shares why he chose the Shouldice repair method, a mesh-free surgical option that caught Richard’s attention as he navigates his own hernia diagnosis. Glen describes the success of his surgery, his recovery process, and why he’s long avoided most conventional medical testing.Beyond the operating room, the conversation dives into Glen’s eclectic background—from stand-up comedy and network television writing to becoming a prolific author of plant-based books. Glen has co-authored groundbreaking works such as Mad Cowboy, The Secrets to Ultimate Weight Loss, Food Over Medicine, and Unprocessed. His satirical novel Off the Reservation follows a vegan congressman’s presidential run and has been described as “electrifying” and “vastly satisfying” by Kirkus Reviews.Glen’s unique approach to health, storytelling, and living a purposeful life makes for an honest and inspiring conversation. Learn more about Glen and his work at glenmerzer.com.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.