About Us

Duke & The Doctor is hosted by Duke Liberatore, CEO of Peachtree Natural Foods. Peachtree Natural Foods is a rapidly expanding chain of health food stores with a dozen locations in the southeastern United States. Jan McBarron, M.D. N.D. is author of The Columbus Nutrition Program, a best selling book about a common sense weight loss formula. She is also the author of Flavor Without Fat, a best selling cookbook of fat free recipes. Dr. McBarron states that after seeing the side effects prescription drugs had on her patients, she began studying the efficacy of natural alternatives.

The solutions and recommendations Dr. McBarron offers on the Duke & The Doctor radio show have virtually no side effects and are often less expensive than prescription drugs. Dr. McBarron urges her listeners and patients to make informed, intelligent decisions regarding their health instead of relying on the often risky prospects presented by many prescription medications.

Dr. McBarron operates a thriving medical practice specializing in weight loss and nutrition. Her practice is located outside Atlanta. Duke & The Doctor began in 1993 as a local program in Columbus, Georgia. Today, Duke & The Doctor is heard in over 125 markets nationwide and is the premier radio program of its kind.

Dr. McBarron’s knowledge of a wide variety of natural solutions is encyclopedic and she possesses a rare ability to recall the most esoteric information on a moment’s notice. Her husband, Duke, is a charming, intelligent and easy going co-host. He balances the presentation, acting as a listener advocate, breaking down technical medical information into easy to understand language. The chemistry in Duke and Dr. McBarron’s communication is educational as well as entertaining. Both are talented and experienced broadcasters with years of daily on-air appearances to their credit.

7 comments on “About Us”

maureen smith
October 23, 2011 at 9:32 pm

I’ve NOT been able to hear your program here in Iowa. In the Tampa Bay area I could hear it daily. I miss it terribly.
Since last year, mid Dec. I was diagnosed with “Giant Cell Arteritis” the prescription of predisone 60ml was started. Gradually it was reduced to 40-30-20, etc. until it was down to 2ml daily. This was discontinued totally last week.
Several weeks ago it seems that bones in my upper arms and the femur bones in my legs became painful; and a stabbing pain in my right shoulder blade area has been experienced – not on regular basis but every few days.
Could you give me an idea on this topic, please? I’m 76 years of life, and have been healthy, walk 20-30 daily in the fresh air; and eat healthy food – not a lot of junk, etc. Hopefully you’ll be able to send me a response with some of your wisdom.
Thank you very kindly.
Sincerely
Maureen Smith
3390 Windsor Ave. Dubuque, Iowa 52001
Dan Hawthorne/Thomas Burge
June 18, 2012 at 10:51 pm

Hello, my name is Dan, and I have a amazing and inspiring story. Just a little over a year ago, I thought my life was over. I was depressed, angry with God, life and myself. It was the opposite of the man I once was. I was over six hundred pounds, and truly thought the Grim Reaper would be knocking soon. It took several bad events to get me to six hundred plus pounds and in that dark place, and I was losing hope. One late warm August evening, I limped into my bathroom, and looked at that horrible mess looking back at me. My first instinct was to hit the mirror and break it, then I paused a few minutes and began to feel for that sad man, and I apologized to him. I apologized for doing this to him and putting him in this terrible place. Shortly after that, I began to change my thinking and attitude. I wanted to save that man and I knew it would take everything I had and it would be the hardest thing I ever had to do, but I wanted it, I wanted it in a bad way. There have been several roadblocks and many obstacles since that moment, but I kept fighting and looking for a way. It even seemed that every time I took one step forward, there was two back, but I never gave up. Now today as I type this message, im down over 270 pounds and there is no stopping me now. Together with my friend and trainer (Thomas) we host healthy living seminars at our local college. We have been talking to many local high schools and college classes. We do a daily one hour radio show on a fitness radio station. I get email messages everyday from people asking me for help and inspiration. Life is so amazing, and to think just a little over a year ago, I was ready to throw in the towel. I have a mission and purpose now. that is to pay it forward and give back. I’m truly a lucky man and I wake up everyday with a new appreciation for life. I thank the big man upstairs everyday. Im even in the process of writing my story with a published author. I know my story can help many, as I have seen it here in our area. I want to put my story out for anybody and everybody to see. We can get our life back, and never ever give up. All we need is the will and desire and there is nothing we cant achieve. Here are a few of the links to my story through the local tv and newspaper media. I would love to share my story with you and your audience. Its not about fame or fortune, it’s about doing the right thing and giving back. thank you so much for your time….Dan

Man In The Mirror
Dan Hawthorne 2/11/2012

Who was that man in the mirror looking back at me that night? He was scared and lonely, he was losing his life.

The mind and spirit had both grown dark. Wake up, wake up, your falling apart!

The will and desire were found from within, but there was no tools, were do I begin?

Obstacles …and challenges were there from the start, but the desire to succ…eed was flowing from the heart.

Win the battle, there must be a way, you have so much to live for, you have so much to say.

The obstacles were getting tougher, things were a mess, never give up, life is always a test.

Negativity was winning, but there was still that hope. Then a message from a angel was delivered in a note.

” I want to help you, are you ready to fight? You have what it takes to get back your life”

The journey started, we formed a team, we’ve come real far, much more than I dreamed.
There are many others in the mirror, there lost and feel trapped, part of this journey is to always give back.

Inspire with your story, be a light, help them get started to get back there life.

The man in the mirror found his way, we all have a purpose and should appreciate every day.

The latest story from our local newspaper
http://www.herald-mail.com/lifestyle/hm-dan-hawthorne-discusses-his-250pound-weightloss-with-students-at-his-alma-mater-20120302,0,824134.story

Recently, Thomas and I was given the honor to talk to our county employees, leaders and the world on a live webcast
http://washco.pegcentral.com/player.php?video=29d413d0cad7dbbb06d9662e12048a3f

Our neighbors in West Virginia, shared the story in the local paper
http://www.journal-news.net/page/content.detail/id/569605/Living-Life-Again.html?nav=5064

Other stories from out local Herald Mail
http://www.herald-mail.com/lifestyle/hm-hagerstown-man-loses-200-pounds-finds-his-voice-as-an-internet-radio-talk-show-host-20111024,0,5373388.story

http://www.herald-mail.com/lifestyle/hm-starting-a-new-life-once-nearly-600-pounds-dan-hawthrone-loses-weight-changes-life-20110923,0,7883403.story

http://www.herald-mail.com/lifestyle/hm-leading-through-inspiration-a-man-loses-weight-and-teaches-others-to-be-healthy-20111123,0,4519421.story?page=1

http://www.herald-mail.com/lifestyle/hm-a-local-man-has-shed-250-pounds-by-sheer-hard-work-and-believes-you-can-do-it-too-20111230,0,1091865.story

Our local NBC station (news 25) has done several stories with us
http://your4state.com/fulltext/?nxd_id=226527

http://your4state.com/fulltext?nxd_id=243532
Clarice
March 28, 2013 at 5:59 pm

I have a friend who listens to your show each night. She has not been able to listen lately because of another show taking your place. She listens on cklw 800am. Are you on a different time? And are you still on the same station? I’ve never had the pleasure to listen to your show because it came on so late at 11:00 pm. Her name is Kathy and lives in the Detroit area. If your show is on at a different time please let me know so I can inform her. Thanks.
Donna
March 29, 2013 at 9:46 am

CKLW changed their programming and removed several shows. We are trying to find another station in the area and will notify everyone via Facebook.
Mariyn Kuebiss
April 11, 2013 at 1:24 pm

Hi Duke & Doctor:

Ordered Flexcin from the company on 4/l/13. They did not give any discount when I mentioned your show – actually Stella was rude. It is now 4/11/13, I still have not received my order and when I call their number it says “Sorry for the difficulties – please call again later”. Are they out of business or what? Please advise. I love your show and take a lot of the things you suggest. Keep up the good work.
Marilyn
Donna
April 11, 2013 at 4:24 pm

I spoke with Flexcin and they have been trying to contact you. Please call 800-929-5799 and they will resolve your problem. Flexcin is a great product and their customer service is excellent.
Becky
May 11, 2013 at 9:28 am

Thanks for revising your web site. I can listen again now.

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