Maddie Gregor
Met at: Video call during Sam Gregor fashion presentation Met date: 2025-06-21 Role(s): Biology Student, Aspiring Naturopathic Practitioner Last interaction: 2025-06-21
Contact Information
- Twin sister to Sam Gregor
- Based in LA area
- Student at USF (University of South Florida)
Personal Background
- Twin sister to Sam Gregor (born one minute apart, Sam was first)
- Age 20, turning 22 around June 25, 2025 (same birthday as Sam)
- Strong sibling connection with Sam - they've been "irritating each other the last day" but maintain close relationship
- Attended OSHA (arts school) together with Sam
Educational Background
- Current: Biology major at University of South Florida (USF)
- Previous: OSHA arts school graduate (same unconventional arts education as Sam)
- Originally planned: Medical school track
- Current pivot: Shifting toward naturopathic medicine and holistic healing approaches
- Philosophy: Moving away from Western medicine toward alternative healing modalities
Professional Interests & Vision
Naturopathic Medicine Focus: Transitioning from traditional medical school path to naturopathic and holistic healing Alternative Healing Advocacy: "I'm totally interested in untraditional ways of healing that the world hasn't maybe caught up with yet, but that other kind of countries have been doing for a very long time" Anti-Western Medicine Stance: Skeptical of traditional medical establishment, interested in non-invasive healing methods Cultural Healing Integration: Interest in healing modalities from other cultures and traditions
Connection to Gary's Network
Peter Han Introduction: Gary immediately offered to connect Maddie with Peter Han, who has extensive experience in energy healing and cancer treatment alternatives Shared Values Alignment: Interest in alternative healing aligns with Gary's network of unconventional thinkers and practitioners Educational Reform Connection: Her OSHA arts education experience provides perspective on successful alternative education models
Arts Education Experience
- OSHA Graduate: Same arts-focused education as Sam
- Success Pattern Recognition: Like Sam, represents successful outcome of alternative education model
- Creative Community: Part of network where "all of our friends that I know that we went to school, they're doing really well in life"
Family Dynamics
- Twin Connection: Close relationship with Sam despite occasional irritation
- Shared Educational Values: Both experienced and value alternative education approaches
- Creative Support: Supportive of Sam's creative and business endeavors
Health & Healing Philosophy
Holistic Approach: Moving away from "cutting into people's bodies" toward non-invasive healing Cultural Integration: Interest in healing traditions from other countries Systems Critique: Understanding that "US wants to keep us, like, down, uneducated" regarding alternative healing Prevention Focus: Likely interested in preventive rather than reactive healthcare approaches
Strategic Value to Gary's Network
- Alternative Medicine Expertise: Developing knowledge in naturopathic and holistic healing
- Youth Health Advocacy: Young voice for health freedom and alternative medicine
- Educational Reform Perspective: Personal experience with successful alternative education
- Cultural Bridge Building: Interest in international healing traditions aligns with Gary's global vision
- Family Network Integration: Connection through Sam strengthens overall relationship
Connection Opportunities
- Peter Han Introduction: Immediate connection opportunity for energy healing and alternative cancer treatment knowledge
- Health Freedom Movement: Potential collaboration on health freedom and medical choice initiatives
- Educational Reform: Perspective on arts education and alternative learning models
- Cultural Integration: Interest in international healing traditions
Notes
Maddie represents the successful outcome of alternative education (OSHA) and demonstrates intellectual independence by pivoting from traditional medical school toward naturopathic medicine. Her skepticism of Western medicine and interest in international healing traditions aligns well with Gary's network of unconventional thinkers and practitioners.
Her immediate connection with Gary's vision and her openness to alternative approaches suggests she could be a valuable addition to health-focused initiatives within Gary's broader educational and cultural reform work. The twin connection with Sam provides a strong family foundation for ongoing collaboration.
Her biology background combined with naturopathic interests positions her well to bridge scientific knowledge with alternative healing modalities - a combination that could be particularly valuable as health freedom and medical choice become increasingly important cultural and political issues.
Interaction History
- 2025-06-21: First meeting during Sam's fashion presentation call. Brief but positive interaction where Gary immediately offered valuable network connections through Peter Han for her alternative healing interests. Sam positioned Gary as inspirational figure and "legend" to Maddie, establishing foundation for potential future collaboration.
Transcripts
| Transcript ID | Date | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-06-21-gary-sheng-sam-gregor-fashion-design-collaboration | 2025-06-21 | 2025-06-21 Gary Sheng & Sam Gregor Fashion Design Collaboration |