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Episodes
45 episodes
13 Ways to Save Your Cabin Living Dream
City noise fades fast, but so does unprepared optimism. We pull back the curtain on cabin, RV, and rural living with thirteen candid realities that decide who thrives and who bails before the first winter. From bidding wars on properties to the...
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Episode 45
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17:56
How Glucose Problems Start, Why It Persists, and What You Can Do Today
Blood sugar shouldn’t feel like a roller coaster. We sat down with functional medicine expert Dr. Kevin Smith to unpack how metabolism really works —across hormones, immune function, gut health, and brain — and why so many people feel hungry, f...
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Episode 44
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53:54
Aging Poorly Has Nothing to Do With Genetics
The future version of you is being built at your next meal, your next bedtime, and your next workout. We sit down with author and “glam grandma” Lynne Bowman to rethink what 80 can look like and map out a clear, joyful strategy for aging with s...
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Episode 43
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59:11
Eczema, Acne, and the Shocking Gut Connection in Skin Care
The human body is complicated. So, it's time to remove the toxins from your skin care routine. Your skin isn’t being difficult — it’s being honest. We sat down with certified physician assistant and functional dermatology expert Kerry Jenkins t...
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Episode 42
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37:32
Walking From The Shadows: My Journey with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
What if the way back from trauma isn’t a single breakthrough, but a stack of small, stubborn habits that actually hold you up? We sit down with Navy veteran and author Kevin Macomber to trace a path from complex childhood trauma and Beirut-era ...
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Episode 41
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48:53
When Your Kid Wants To Punch A Wall, Hand Them The Monster Instead
What if the moment your life wobbled was the invitation you’ve been postponing? That’s where Jennifer Ginty found herself — after years of “not yet,” the closure of her beloved boutique pushed her to say “right now” to healing complex PTSD and ...
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Episode 40
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27:45
Rewriting The Story: Healing, Boundaries, and A Fuller Life
What if the life you’re building is draining the person you need to be to live it? We sit down with occupational therapist and coach Heidi Blackie to explore how relentless doing, perfectionism, and inherited “shoulds” quietly feed burnout, ill...
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Episode 38
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37:21
The Incredible BRAIN - A Health Protocol for Longevity
What if your “mild” concussion wasn’t mild at all — and what if most of your recovery sits in your daily habits? Board-Certified Neurologist and Navy veteran Dr. Ryan Williamson joins us to unpack why TBI outcomes vary so wildly and how to rebu...
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Episode 37
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51:33
The Secret to Recovery: Letting Go of Pain Creates a New You
What if recovery isn’t about gripping harder, but about becoming someone new? Greg Vorst and Michael Nolan, co-founders of Embodied Recovery, join us to reframe suffering as a portal to soul growth and show how accountability and honesty can re...
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Episode 36
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44:23
How To Navigate VA, Social Security and Disability Insurance When Your Health Knocks You Out of Work
Denied benefits don’t mean you’re not disabled — they usually mean your record isn’t saying what the system needs to hear. We sit down with disability law expert, Attorney Nancy Cavey to map a practical route through VA ratings, Social Security...
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Episode 35
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38:18
Unlock Emotional Freedom With EFT Tapping
What if a few minutes of guided EFT tapping could lower your anxiety, quiet your inner critic, and help you face what really hurts without feeling overwhelmed? That’s the promise — and the science — behind Emotional Freedom Techniques, and it’s...
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Episode 34
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37:34
You don’t have to “quiet your mind” to start meditating—here’s how minutes a day can rewire your brain and restore your worth
Imagine flipping a switch in your body that tells your brain, “You’re safe.” That’s what a few minutes of intentional breath can do, and it’s the doorway we walk through with meditation guide and author Kara Goodwin. We talk about real stress, ...
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Episode 33
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39:21
Three Pillars for Lasting Health With Dr. Alex Hilario
What if the fastest way to feel better isn’t another pill, but a smarter way to move, align, and listen? We sat down with Dr. Alex Hilario — award-winning chiropractor, former powerlifter, and Westchester, NY care leader — to unpack three pract...
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Episode 33
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15:19
The Healing Power of Forgiveness: How Letting Go Restores Health
What if the fastest way to strength is letting go of what’s living rent-free in your head? We sit down with best-selling author and forgiveness mentor Katharine Giovanni to unpack a clear path to release anger, dissolve triggers, and reclaim en...
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Episode 32
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45:29
Turning Pain Into Progress: Battlefitted Mindset
What if the worst thing that happened to you could become your strongest edge? We sit down with Coach Rob Wheeler—a Navy veteran, former federal police officer, and founder of Battlefitted — to trace a hard path through hazing-level abuse, stac...
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Episode 31
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48:50
The Three Pillars of Pain-Free Living: Structure, Nutrition, and Nervous System Regulation
Over one billion people worldwide battle chronic pain daily - a silent epidemic robbing them of joy and vitality. But what if this suffering isn't inevitable? What if the pain signals persisting long after tissues have healed are actually tryin...
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Episode 30
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51:21
Building Your Fitness Quadrant: From Athletes to 80-Year-Olds
Muscle mass becomes a critical longevity marker as we age, with research showing we lose up to 40% of it between ages 42-65. This silent decline directly impacts how long and how well we'll live — yet most people have no strategy to combat it.<...
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Episode 29
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1:12:59
Invisible Wounds Healing After TBI Traumatic Brain Injury
When a car pulled out in front of Kelly Tuttle on a rural road in 2015, the resulting crash didn't just damage her vehicle — it fundamentally altered her brain and identity. The thunderous collision that day transformed this cardiology nurse pr...
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Episode 28
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30:17
Build Your Self-Reliance Before It's Too Late
Sirens pierce the night as disasters strike without mercy, while the chilling silence of power grid failure plunges communities into darkness. Would you be prepared? Since 2020, America has endured over 115 billion-dollar disasters, leaving mil...
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Episode 27
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35:14
Unraveling Fibromyalgia: The DNA Evidence
Imagine living with chronic pain, crushing fatigue, and brain fog so severe it disrupts your daily life – yet doctors dismiss your symptoms as "all in your head." For 20 million Americans suffering from fibromyalgia, this frustrating reality ha...
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Episode 26
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35:54
Surviving Your Hospital Stay: Dr. Julie Siemers
The healthcare system can be a maze of hidden dangers, but what if you had an insider's guide to navigating it safely? Dr. Julie Siemers pulls back the curtain on hospital risks in this eye-opening conversation that could save your life or the ...
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Episode 25
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43:14
The Root Cause of Chronic Illness
Ever felt trapped in a healthcare system that sees your symptoms but misses you as a whole person? Dr. Kevin Smith pulls back the curtain on why so many individuals feel chronically sick and tired despite countless doctor visits. The answer lie...
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Episode 24
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37:54
Grip Strength: Your Hidden Health Indicator
What your hands reveal about your health might surprise you. Grip strength isn't merely about physical power — it's a remarkable indicator of your overall health status, longevity potential, and quality of life as you age.This deep dive...
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Episode 23
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21:54
Magnesium The Mineral Transforming Lives
Ever wondered why you're still exhausted despite a full night's sleep? Why those muscle cramps keep returning? Or why anxiety seems to lurk around every corner? The answer might be simpler than you think.Magnesium – a mineral powering o...
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Episode 22
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31:04
Mental Health Meltdown: America's Five Silent Killers
Your mental wellbeing faces a perfect storm of threats. Economic strain crushes family finances while access to mental health support dwindles. Social isolation — accelerated by pandemic lockdowns and digital substitutes for real connection — h...
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Episode 21
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27:30
