We're Not Blowing Hot Air

On this episode of "We're Not Blowing Hot Air," we explore life's fundamental question "How Can We Know Truth?" with Ryan McBeth – a U.S. intelligence analyst, YouTube personality, journalist and educator, and highly regarded military consultant on things like information warfare strategies and open-source intelligence. Ryan explains why and how propaganda and disinformation spreads like the plague on social media, which social media platform he considers a “weapon system,” and why I don't need to be so concerned about nuclear war! Ryan's wisdom and expertise stems from his rich educational background in systems and cyber security, and his 20 years in the U.S. Army, where he served in two-overseas-deployments as an anti-armor and heavy weapons infantryman. A lover of life and ceasing the day, Ryan enjoys a choice cigar and fine whiskey as much as training for a marathon. Discover more about courage, truth, how to spot destructive lies in the minefield of social media, in this important episode of “We're Not Blowing Hot Air.”Editor's Note: Due to some technical difficulties, the host's video has some gaps in this episode. About Ryan McBeth:Ryan McBeth is a multifaceted professional with expertise in intelligence analysis, software architecture, cybersecurity and content creation. A prominent figure on YouTube, Ryan shares his knowledge of military, intelligence and disinformation topics, offering valuable insights to his audience. He also serves as an intelligence consultant for NEWSMAX, lending his expertise on various national security matters. Additionally, Ryan collaborates with Veloxxity, focusing on open-source intelligence (OSINT) and information warfare strategies. Ryan also works for a company that develops AI-powered drones that deliver crucial whole blood to wounded soldiers on the battlefield in his role as the Director of Integration at Texas AeroMedLab, which is part of the University of Texas at Dallas. With two overseas deployments as an anti-armor and heavy weapons infantryman spanning 20 years, Ryan has contributed his skills to Accenture Federal Services, where he developed cutting-edge C4ISR software. To contribute to a better world, he believes “in creating dilemmas, not problems and fighting back with knowledge.” When not immersed in his professional endeavors, Ryan may be out running, swimming or cycling, or enjoying his humidor and whiskey library.Guest Website / Social Media handles:• Twitter: @ryanmcbeth• Instagram: @therealryanmcbeth• BlueSky: @ryanmcbeth• Reddit: /r/ryanmcbeth• YouTube: https://youtube.com/@RyanMcBethProgramming• For uncensored videos, check out Ryan's substack at: https://ryanmcbeth.substack.com• Like Ryan's shirts? Get your own at: https://www.bunkerbranding.com/pages/...• Want a personalized greeting?: https://www.cameo.com/ryanmcbeth• Watch all of Ryan's long form videos: Military Equipment, Tactics and StrategyCatch Oxygen Plus at @oxygenplus on TikTok and Instagram

On this episode of "We're Not Blowing Hot Air," we explore life's fundamental question "How Can We Know Truth?" with Ryan McBeth – a U.S. intelligence analyst, YouTube personality, journalist and educator, and highly regarded military consultant on things like information warfare strategies and open-source intelligence. Ryan explains why and how propaganda and disinformation spreads like the plague on social media, which social media platform he considers a “weapon system,” and why I don't need to be so concerned about nuclear war! Ryan's wisdom and expertise stems from his rich educational background in systems and cyber security, and his 20 years in the U.S. Army, where he served in two-overseas-deployments as an anti-armor and heavy weapons infantryman. A lover of life and ceasing the day, Ryan enjoys a choice cigar and fine whiskey as much as training for a marathon. Discover more about courage, truth, how to spot destructive lies in the minefield of social media, in this important episode of “We're Not Blowing Hot Air.”About Ryan McBeth:Ryan McBeth is a multifaceted professional with expertise in intelligence analysis, software architecture, cybersecurity and content creation. A prominent figure on YouTube, Ryan shares his knowledge of military, intelligence and disinformation topics, offering valuable insights to his audience. He also serves as an intelligence consultant for NEWSMAX, lending his expertise on various national security matters. Additionally, Ryan collaborates with Veloxxity, focusing on open-source intelligence (OSINT) and information warfare strategies. Ryan also works for a company that develops AI-powered drones that deliver crucial whole blood to wounded soldiers on the battlefield in his role as the Director of Integration at Texas AeroMedLab, which is part of the University of Texas at Dallas. With two overseas deployments as an anti-armor and heavy weapons infantryman spanning 20 years, Ryan has contributed his skills to Accenture Federal Services, where he developed cutting-edge C4ISR software. To contribute to a better world, he believes “in creating dilemmas, not problems and fighting back with knowledge.” When not immersed in his professional endeavors, Ryan may be out running, swimming or cycling, or enjoying his humidor and whiskey library.Catch Oxygen Plus at @oxygenplus on TikTok and Instagram

We dive into life's difficult question “How The Bleep Do I Deal With Aging Parents?" with Dr. Natalie Feinblatt – a licensed clinical psychologist based in Los Angeles, California who is an expert in trauma and addiction. We explore the financial and emotional toll experienced by both adult children and aging parents, and how trauma and addiction can compound the struggle to connect and cope with the inevitable process of aging and end of life. Drawing from more than 20 years' experience helping survivors of trauma and addiction heal, Natalie shares her feedback on real situations with aging parents. Moreover, she offers practical advice and resources on how to get help with issues like trauma and addiction. Dr. Natalie Feinblatt is a licensed clinical psychologist who earned her BA in Psychology from UC San Diego, and her MA and PsyD from Pepperdine University. Dr. Feinblatt is currently in private practice and specializes in helping people heal from addictions and trauma. Learn more and contact Dr. Feinblatt at https://drnataliefeinblatt.com. Follow her @healingwithdrnatalie. Find a therapist on Therapist Finder: PsychologyToday.comResources on Healing from Trauma and Addiction:The Body Keeps the Score– This book by Bessel van der Kolk explores the effects of trauma on the mind and body, providing valuable insights into healingComplex PTSD: From Surviving to Thriving– Pete Walker's book offers guidance for those dealing with complex trauma, helping survivors move toward thrivingIt Didn't Start with You: How Inherited Family Trauma Shapes Who We Are and How to End the Cycle– Mark Wolynn explores the concept of inherited family trauma and offers strategies to break the cycleAdult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents – Lindsay C. Gibson's book provides insights for adult children dealing with emotionally immature parentsFacing Codependence: What It Is, Where It Comes from, and How It Sabotages Our Lives – Pia Mellody's work focuses on codependency and how it can affect relationshipsAddiction Recovery Resources:Addiction Recovery Skills Workbook– This workbook offers practical exercises and guidance for individuals on the path to addiction recoverySMART Recovery Handbook – SMART Recovery is a science-based approach to addiction recovery, and this handbook provides tools and strategies

On the full episode, we delve into the challenging topic of dealing with aging parents with Dr. Natalie Feinblatt, a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in trauma and addiction in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Feinblatt discusses the emotional and financial strain faced by both adult children and aging parents. She highlights how trauma and addiction can exacerbate the difficulties of connecting and coping with the aging process and end-of-life preparations. Drawing from over 20 years of experience in helping trauma and addiction survivors heal, Dr. Feinblatt provides insights into real-life situations and offers valuable advice on navigating these challenges. She also shares practical tips and resources for addressing issues related to trauma and addiction. Join us as we explore "How The Bleep Do I Deal With Aging Parents?" with Dr. Natalie Feinblatt, Psy.D.Catch Oxygen Plus at @oxygenplus on TikTok and Instagram

About our fascinating guest of Episode 3, "How the Bleep Do I Deal with Aging Parents?," Dr. Natalie Feinblatt:Dr. Natalie Feinblatt is a licensed clinical psychologist based in Los Angeles, California. She earned her BA in Psychology from UC San Diego, and her MA and PsyD from Pepperdine University. She has been working in the mental health field for almost 20 years. Dr. Feinblatt has worked at all levels of care, from residential to outpatient, and is currently in private practice. She specializes in helping people heal from addictions and trauma. She has worked with many survivors of one time or repeated physical, sexual, and relational trauma. A subspecialty of her trauma work is helping former cult members. She is trained in EMDR, Brainspotting, Humanistic and Existential Therapies, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Dr. Feinblatt practices from a Health At Every Size and fat acceptance perspective, is LGBTQIA+ affirmative, and does not pathologize sex work, kinks, or ethical non-monogamy. She is also a lover of movies and animals. Learn more and contact Dr. Feinblatt at https://drnataliefeinblatt.com/ and follow her on Instagram @healingwithdrnatalie.Catch Oxygen Plus at @oxygenplus on TikTok and Instagram

Have you ever considered the eerie parallels between cults and abusive relationships? Grasping these connections could be the first step in safeguarding yourself or someone you love. Our latest episode features a riveting conversation with a distinguished expert and author, who illuminates the manipulative tactics employed by both cult leaders and abusive partners. With their insights, we unravel the psychological threads that bind victims to their abusers, from the insidiousness of gaslighting to the forced isolation that strips away one's sense of self.Dive deep into the mechanisms of control and the strategies for empowerment as our guest elaborates on concepts like Lifton's "thought reform" and the phenomenon of mystical manipulation. Whether it's the subtle undermining of personal relationships or the abrupt uprooting to unfamiliar environments, this episode exposes the consistent patterns used to dominate and control. This isn't just an informative discussion—it's an essential guide for recognizing and resisting the signs of coercive control, in intimate partnerships and beyond. Tune in and equip yourself with the knowledge to break the cycle of manipulation.Cult expert, author and educator, Rick Alan Ross, explains how the dynamic of a destructive cult parallels an abusive relationship - "Think of it as a cult with one leader and one follower."  Learn how destructive cults work and red flags in any unhealthy relationship, in the full episode: "What's the Meaning of Life?"On this season of "We're Not Blowing Hot Air," we're zoned in on mental wellness as we explore some of life's biggest, most important questions with fascinating guests. Subscribe to the Oxygen Plus channel so you catch our colorful, curious explorations of this thing called Life with our remarkable guests.Catch Oxygen Plus at @oxygenplus on TikTok and Instagram

On this episode, we explore life's alluring question, "What's the Meaning of Life?,” with Rick Alan Ross – a prominent figure and expert in the study of destructive cults and controversial movements like Jonestown, NXIVM and Heaven's Gate. A cult intervention specialist, media consultant and court expert who testifies in high-profile cult-related legal cases, Rick shares how his life's work – educating people about destructive cults – gives him, and others, important meaning. Author of the well-researched, resourceful book, “Cults Inside Out: How People Get In and Can Get Out," Rick shares how he was introduced to a destructive cult at his grandmother's nursing home, and offers stimulating facts, deep truths and personal experiences that illustrate how people who join cults aren't the only ones seeking a greater purpose in this world. Learn more about what a cult is – and why meaning and logical thinking are critical in our modern world – in this special episode of “We're Not Blowing Hot Air."Do us a solid and smash a subscribe, share or 5-star rating button for the show. That way more people can elevate their mental wellness as they explore some of life's biggest, most important questions with remarkable and fascinating guests.Oxygen Plus powers “We're Not Blowing Hot Air.” Nice Guy Creative Services is our producer, and brought the beats. Lesley Blennerhassett is designer. Lauren Carlstrom is creator and host. Arlene Appelbaum is editor.Catch Oxygen Plus at @oxygenplus on TikTok and Instagram

Listen to the full episode, where we explore life's pivotal question "What Is Love?" with Rick Ringbakk – an accomplished television director and producer who received two primetime Emmys for his work on "The Amazing Race."  Rick explains how he sees love, and how all of us can create love in our own lives, as he shares about his past and present family and career. Rick's expertise spans from wildlife documentaries to reality competitions and game shows, having produced over 1,000 hours of programming for major networks like NBC, CBS, ABC, FOX, Discovery, MTV, TNT, and TBS. An only child from a small, tightknit family, Rick has been married for more than 20 years to, as he says, “the only girl I've ever loved.” Learn more about love – how to create it and live it – in this special episode of “We're Not Blowing Hot Air.”Catch Oxygen Plus at @oxygenplus on TikTok and Instagram

On this episode, we explore life's pivotal question "What Is Love?" with Rick Ringbakk – an accomplished television director and producer who received two primetime Emmys for his work on "The Amazing Race."  Rick explains how he sees love, and how all of us can create love in our own lives, as he shares about his past and present family and career. Rick's expertise spans from wildlife documentaries to reality competitions and game shows, having produced over 1,000 hours of programming for major networks like NBC, CBS, ABC, FOX, Discovery, MTV, TNT, and TBS. An only child from a small, tight-knit family, Rick has been married for more than 20 years to, as he says, “the only girl I've ever loved.” Learn more about love – how to create it and live it – in this special episode of “We're Not Blowing Hot Air.” Do us a solid and smash a subscribe, share or rating button for the show. That way more people can elevate their mental wellness as they explore some of life's biggest, most important questions with remarkable and fascinating guests. Oxygen Plus powers “We're Not Blowing Hot Air.” Nice Guy Creative Services is our producer, and brought the beats. Lesley Blennerhassett is designer. Lauren Carlstrom is creator and host. Arlene Appelbaum is editor. About Rick Ringbakk:Rick Ringbakk is a highly respected, creative and accomplished television developer, director and producer, having filmed in more than 80 countries across six continents. His expertise spans from wildlife documentaries to reality competitions and game shows, having produced over 1,000 hours of programming for major networks like NBC, CBS, ABC, FOX, Discovery, MTV, TNT, and TBS. Notably, he received two primetime Emmys for his work on "The Amazing Race." An only child from a small, tight-knit family, Rick has been married for more than 20 years to, as he says, “the only girl I've ever loved.” Together with his wife, Promise LaMarco Ringbakk, they adopted their daughter, Music, at birth. Music has Down Syndrome, autism, is legally blind and “is the greatest thing ever!” A Florida native, Rick recently returned to the Sunshine State after a long stint in Los Angeles. Regardless of his location, Rick lives for his family, friends, laughter, and his passions—creative endeavors, travel, the ocean and live music!Catch Oxygen Plus at @oxygenplus on TikTok and Instagram

During the fourth season of “We're Not Blowing Hot Air,” we'll focus on mental wellness as we explore some of life's biggest, most important questions. Each month, chosen experts across a variety of disciplines, will answer fascinating questions of the human heart. We'll learn intricacies of “What is Love?” with a TV producer; “Must I Fear Death?” with an authority in psychedelics; and “What Must I Know About Power?” with someone who's been around the blockchain. Veteran "We're Not Blowing Hot Air" host, Lauren Carlstrom, and her experts, will offer a fresh perspective on age-old questions. You can expect a colorful, curious exploration of this beautiful thing called Life. #werenotblowinghotair #oxygenplus #colorourworld© 2021-2024 Oxygen Plus. Inc. All Rights Reserved. WE'RE NOT BLOWING HOT AIR, OXYGEN PLUS and O+ are registered trademarks of Oxygen Plus, Inc.Catch Oxygen Plus at @oxygenplus on TikTok and Instagram

After you have mastered a zone of apposition (ZOA) during exhalation, you must be able to maintain it.  Dr. Sarah Petrich reviews the ZOA and the diaphragm biomechanics during the breathing cycle. She then demonstrates three exercises that train the ZOA and strengthen one's ability to acquire and maintain the ZOA with the coordination of the abdominal muscles.The adduction drop test and apical expansion tests were used with permission from the Postural Restoration Institute®.About Sarah Petrich, PT, DPT, PRC, NCPT:As a specialist in Postural Restoration, Pilates, & Dance Medicine, Dr. Sarah Petrich provides physical therapy and Pilates training focusing on re-balancing posture, alignment and breathing for patients and wellness clients. When not in the clinic or on zoom, she's often traveling around the nation teaching educational courses to healthcare professionals, Pilates instructors and other movement specialists. You can find her and her courses on her website www.sarahpetrich.com or on Instagram at @drsarahpetrich.Follow Oxygen Plus (O+) on Instagram at @oxygenplus and on TikTok @oxygenpluso2

In order to have good diaphragm mechanics on inhalation, you must first master exhalation and be able to acquire a “zone of apposition” (or ZOA).  Dr. Sarah Petrich defines what a ZOA is, and the corresponding diaphragm biomechanics.The adduction drop test and apical expansion tests were used with permission from the Postural Restoration Institute®.About Sarah Petrich, PT, DPT, PRC, NCPT: As a specialist in Postural Restoration, Pilates, & Dance Medicine, Dr. Sarah Petrich provides physical therapy and Pilates training focusing on re-balancing posture, alignment and breathing for patients and wellness clients. When not in the clinic or on zoom, she's often traveling around the nation teaching educational courses to healthcare professionals, Pilates instructors and other movement specialists. You can find her and her courses on her website www.sarahpetrich.com or on Instagram at @drsarahpetrich.Follow Oxygen Plus (O+) on Instagram at @oxygenplus and on TikTok @oxygenpluso2

Dr. Sarah Petrich demonstrates the tests she uses in the clinic to assess breathing mechanics and imbalances for her patients. She also explains how shoulder and hip motion can also be affected by poor breathing. See Part 1 for “Visual Signs Your Breathing Posture Is Impaired.About Sarah Petrich, PT, DPT, PRC, NCPT:As a specialist in Postural Restoration, Pilates, & Dance Medicine, Dr. Sarah Petrich provides physical therapy and Pilates training focusing on re-balancing posture, alignment and breathing for patients and wellness clients. When not in the clinic or on zoom, she's often traveling around the nation teaching educational courses to healthcare professionals, Pilates instructors and other movement specialists. You can find her and her courses on her website www.sarahpetrich.com or on Instagram at @drsarahpetrich.Follow Oxygen Plus (O+) on Instagram at @oxygenplus and on TikTok @oxygenpluso2

Dr. Sarah Petrich takes us through airflow and diaphragm mechanics of belly breathing, and why it is not the best way to breathe for posture or spine alignment.  She explains the best way to breathe utilizes your core and diaphragm simultaneously for proper posture and spine decompression.About Sarah Petrich, PT, DPT, PRC, NCPT: As a specialist in Postural Restoration, Pilates, & Dance Medicine, Dr. Sarah Petrich provides physical therapy and Pilates training focusing on re-balancing posture, alignment and breathing for patients and wellness clients. When not in the clinic or on zoom, she's often traveling around the nation teaching educational courses to healthcare professionals, Pilates instructors and other movement specialists. You can find her and her courses on her website www.sarahpetrich.com or on Instagram at @drsarahpetrich.Follow Oxygen Plus (O+) on Instagram at @oxygenplus and on TikTok @oxygenpluso2

Dr. Sarah Petrich shares how your posture can hold clues or signs that your breath is impaired or unbalanced.  See Part 2 for “Objective Tests” Your Breathing Posture Is Impaired.About Sarah Petrich, PT, DPT, PRC, NCPT:As a specialist in Postural Restoration, Pilates, & Dance Medicine, Dr. Sarah Petrich provides physical therapy and Pilates training focusing on re-balancing posture, alignment and breathing for patients and wellness clients. When not in the clinic or on zoom, she's often traveling around the nation teaching educational courses to healthcare professionals, Pilates instructors and other movement specialists. You can find her and her courses on her website www.sarahpetrich.com or on Instagram at @drsarahpetrich.Follow Oxygen Plus (O+) on Instagram at @oxygenplus and on TikTok @oxygenpluso2

Get ready for a two-part series from Dr. Sarah Petrich on how to tell if your breathing posture – that's how you hold yourself when you breathe – is impaired or optimal.  Optimal breathing posture allows you to breathe and function at your peak! Breathing series includes: Part 1 of 2: “Visual Signs Your Breathing Posture Is Impaired"Part 2 of 2: “Objective Tests Your Breathing Posture Is Impaired"About Sarah Petrich, PT, DPT, PRC, NCPT: As a specialist in Postural Restoration, Pilates, & Dance Medicine, Dr. Sarah Petrich provides physical therapy and Pilates training focusing on re-balancing posture, alignment and breathing for patients and wellness clients. When not in the clinic or on zoom, she's often traveling around the nation teaching educational courses to healthcare professionals, Pilates instructors and other movement specialists. You can find her and her courses on her website www.sarahpetrich.com or on Instagram at @drsarahpetrich.Follow Oxygen Plus (O+) on Instagram at @oxygenplus and on TikTok @oxygenpluso2

Dr. Sarah Petrich will bring you through several signs and tests to assess whether you can breathe adequately through your nose.  She also walks you through easy ways to improve nasal breathing, and with whom you can consult with if the easy fixes don't help.  And, Dr. Sarah demonstrates an easy exercise to open up your upper airway and release neck tension.Watch the full episode on YouTube:  https://youtu.be/s-i2q80v6YoAbout Sarah Petrich, PT, DPT, PRC, NCPT: As a specialist in Postural Restoration, Pilates, & Dance Medicine, Dr. Sarah Petrich provides physical therapy and Pilates training focusing on re-balancing posture, alignment and breathing for patients and wellness clients.  When not in the clinic or on zoom, she's often traveling around the nation teaching educational courses to healthcare professionals, Pilates instructors and other movement specialists.  You can find her and her courses on her website www.sarahpetrich.com or on Instagram at @drsarahpetrich.Follow Oxygen Plus (O+) on Instagram at @oxygenplus and on TikTok @oxygenpluso2

On episode two, season three, of ‘We're Not Blowing Hot Air,' Dr. Sarah Petrich – a physical therapist extraordinaire with a background and certification in Postural Restoration & Pilates – explains how the everyday way you move and hold your body is directly related to how you breathe.  This highly-sought after expert in rebalancing breath, posture and movement patterns shares her hot take on why belly breathing isn't all it's cracked up to be.  Plus, Dr. Sarah and podcast co-host, Lauren Carlstrom,  unveil a new multi-part breathing series she created with Oxygen Plus.  All this, and more, on this breathtaking episode of ‘We're Not Blowing Hot Air.'. About Dr. Sarah Petrich:As a specialist in Postural Restoration, Pilates, & Dance Medicine, Dr. Sarah Petrich provides physical therapy and Pilates training focusing on re-balancing posture, alignment and breathing for patients and wellness clients.  When not in the clinic or on zoom, she's often traveling around the nation teaching educational courses to healthcare professionals, Pilates instructors and other movement specialists.  You can find her and her courses on her website www.sarahpetrich.com and on Instagram @drsarahpetrich. Follow Oxygen Plus (O+) on Instagram at @oxygenplus and on TikTok @oxygenpluso2

On this episode of ‘We're Not Blowing Hot Air,' Dr. Sarah Petrich – a physical therapist extraordinaire with a background in Postural Restoration, Pilates and dance therapy – connects the must-know dots on movement and breath.  A hands-down guru in rebalancing breath, posture and movement patterns, Dr. Sarah shares her hot take on belly breathing.  Plus, we unveil an original, new video breathing series that can forever change the way you walk in the world.  Subscribe to the We're Not Blowing Hot Air' podcast now so you never miss a life-giving episode. Follow Oxygen Plus (O+) on Instagram at @oxygenplus and on TikTok @oxygenpluso2

On the first episode of Season Three of ‘We're Not Blowing Hot Air,' Dr. Jordan Shilts, Founder of Statera Health – a clinic specializing in functional medicine in Edina, Minnesota – chats with Lauren Carlstrom and new co-host, Robert Burns, about how and why we can live longer than we think!  Dr. Jordan explains the difference between lifespan and healthspan, chronological age versus biological age, and what we can do to win at the game of life.  Plus, learn why goals are at the crux of helping us live a long, healthy, happy life – all on this episode of ‘We're Not Blowing Hot Air.'About Dr. Jordan Shilts:Dr. Jordan Shilts is Founder of Statera Health – a clinic specializing in functional medicine in Edina, Minnesota.  Dr. Jordan incorporates chiropractic care, brain-based therapies, nutrition, and movement into his holistic treatments to extend his patient's healthspan and improve quality of life.  His goal is to make longevity practices effective, simple and accessible.  His unique approach promotes foundational pillars of health (sleep, autonomic functions and recovery) while simultaneously improving his patient's mindset towards lifestyle change.  Dr. Jordan graduated with his Doctor of Chiropractic from Northwestern Health Sciences University in Bloomington, Minnesota.  He received his B.S. in Kinesiology from Winona State University.  Dr. Jordan is certified in nutrition and applied kinesiology and is dedicated to furthering his education.  He is actively finalizing his M.S. in Exercise Science, performing thesis research in autonomic nervous system function, and currently pursuing a diplomate in Functional Neurology.Learn more Statera Health:  https://officialstatera.com/ Follow Statera Health on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/staterahealth_edina/ This podcast references, and suggests reading, the book, Lifespan: Why We Age―and Why We Don't Have To' by Dr. David Sinclair. "In this groundbreaking book, Dr. David Sinclair, leading world authority on genetics and longevity, reveals a bold new theory for why we age. As he writes: 'Aging is a disease, and that disease is treatable.'"Follow Oxygen Plus (O+) on Instagram at @oxygenplus and on TikTok @oxygenpluso2

On our first episode of Season 3 of ‘We're Not Blowing Hot Air,' Dr. Jordan Shilts, Founder of Statera Health – a clinic specializing in functional medicine – chats with Lauren Carlstrom and new co-host, Robert Burns, about how and why we can live longer than we think!  Learn the difference between lifespan and healthspan, chronological age versus biological age, and what we can do to win at the game of life.  Plus, learn why goals are at the crux of helping us live a long, healthy, happy life – all on this episode of ‘We're Not Blowing Hot Air.'  Subscribe now to ‘We're Not Blowing Hot Air' so you don't miss an episode.Follow Oxygen Plus (O+) on Instagram at @oxygenplus and on TikTok @oxygenpluso2

On our third season of ‘We're Not Blowing Hot Air,' you'll learn easy, actionable ways you can improve the length and quality of your life!  Join co-hosts Lauren Carlstrom and Robert Burns to explore ahead-of-the-curve wellness topics related to improving your lifespan and healthspan.  Get ready for knowledgable, inspirational guests who will help you think, feel and perform your best.If you love our podcast as much as we do, help us out:  Subscribe to, share, rate, and review “We're Not Blowing Hot Air” so more people get the chance to catch the powerful wellness solutions we're bringing our world.'We're Not Blowing Hot Air' is powered by Oxygen Plus.  Podcast episodes are produced by Robert Burns and Lauren Carlstrom.  Assistant Producer is Jordan Shilts.  Edited and engineered by Katie Cox.  Original music by Scott Deming. Follow Oxygen Plus (O+) on Instagram at @oxygenplus and on TikTok @oxygenpluso2

On this episode of ‘We're Not Blowing Hot Air,' Scott and Lauren share a second sneak peek at the real Santa Claus…who flies undercover as ‘Ed Taylor,' ‘Santa Ed,' ‘That Santa Guy' or, as Rob Dyrdek called him, “the greatest Santa in the history of Santas!” An actor, entrepreneur and founder of the Worldwide Santa Claus Network, the real Santa shares how he stays mentally and physically fit, he doles out some Christmas secrets, and reveals a special gift Oxygen Plus and Santa are giving together to better our world – all on this episode of ‘We're Not Blowing Hot Air.' Follow Santa Ed on Social: https://www.instagram.com/thatsantaguy/ https://www.facebook.com/ThatSantaGuy/ https://www.youtube.com/thatsantaguy https://twitter.com/thatsantaguy1 ABOUT 'SANTA ED' TAYLOR:Hollywood's ‘go-to' Santa Claus, Ed Taylor – also known as ‘Santa Ed' or ‘That Santa Guy,' spreads the Christmas spirit on TV shows like Jimmy Kimmel, The Doctors, Steve Harvey, Ridiculousness and is featured in commercials such as Chrysler, Reddi Whip and Kohl's. Offering personal in-person or online visits, Santa Ed also makes over 100 personal appearances a year, lifting families spirits and heightening holiday parties for universities, a U.S. Embassy, Mattel Toys, Facebook, Paramount Pictures, the L.A. Lakers and Nickelodeon. Credited as ‘the greatest Santa in the history of Santas,' by Rob Dyrdek, host of MTV's ‘Ridiculousness,' Ed Taylor pioneered and runs a unique Santa School and networking platform for St. Nick's called the ‘Worldwide Santa Claus Network.' The Conservatory is the only one of its kind, offering online training year-round to more than 5,000 Santas and Mrs. Clauses worldwide. A master marketer and portrayer of Santa Claus, Ed Taylor teaches hundreds of “Claus portrayal” artists learn how to become extraordinary at providing virtual visits for families and business. Spreading good will and heart with every online view or in-person appearance, Santa Ed feels fortunate to have his wife, Lori – who is an award-winning artist, website developer, and occasional ‘Mrs. Claus' – on his team as he helps make Christmas moments filled with joy and memorable for many.  Learn more:  https://santaed.com/ed-taylor-wikipedia-santa-claus/  Follow Oxygen Plus (O+) on Instagram at @oxygenplus and on TikTok @oxygenpluso2

On this episode of ‘We're Not Blowing Hot Air,' BrainTap Founder and CEO, Dr. Patrick Porter, is back to chat Lauren – and special guest co-host, O+Founder, Christine Warren – about his widely-popular brainwave technology, BrainTap, that is proven to help you sleep and live a happier, better life!  With heart, wisdom and experience helping millions of people through his wellness products, Dr. Porter reveals just how BrainTap works by breaking down the science of the light, sound and vibration that fuels the BrainTap system. Get ready to learn, unlearn, and expand your brainpower as we chat about powerful healing topics like psychedelics and overall wellness – all on this episode of ‘We're Not Blowing Hot Air.'  ABOUT DR. PORTER: Dr. Patrick K. Porter, PhD, is an award-winning author/speaker and the founder of BrainTap®, the leader in technology-enhanced meditation. Dr. Porter pioneered the use of brainwave entrainment to improve clarity, sleep & energy, and remains at the forefront of scientific research. He founded BrainTap with the goal of making this technology accessible to everyone. BrainTap offers over 1000 original audio sessions in 12 languages and serves a worldwide user base with its mobile app and headset. Dr. Porter has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, People, Entrepreneur, INC and on ABC, NBC, CBS as an expert in brain health & wellness, and in 2020, Dr. Porter received the IAFNR lifetime achievement award.  drpatrickporter.com  |  www.braintap.com  | Follow BrainTap on Instagram and TikTok @braintaptech and Dr. Patrick Porter @DrPatrickPorter Try BrainTap for free:  https://braintap.com/#a_aid=2211LACAFollow Oxygen Plus (O+) on Instagram at @oxygenplus and on TikTok @oxygenpluso2

On Episode 5 of 'We're Not Blowing Hot Air,' Ben and Lauren talk with Division One point guard from Oklahoma University, Nevaeh Tot. Nevaeh shares how dedication and perseverance has taken her to great heights, and how even when you reach success, the work doesn't stop there. Nevaeh shares how she uses Oxygen Plus to catch her breath when she's finishing her workouts and recover more quickly so she can train and perform at the top of her game.  Tune in to hear why it's important for athletes to master health and wellbeing, stick to your routines and believe in the process – all on this episode of 'We're Not Blowing Hot Air.' Follow Nevaeh:Instagram: nevaehtot1TikTok: nevaehtotTwitter: TotNevaeh 

On Episode 5 of 'We're Not Blowing Hot Air,' Ben and Lauren talk with professional CrossFit athlete, Logan Ewing.  Logan shares how hard work has taken him to great heights, and how sometimes you have to sacrifice in order to reach your ultimate goal.  A former baseball player, Logan shares how he uses Oxygen Plus to catch his breath when he's finishing his workouts and recover more quickly so he can train and perform at the top of his game.  Tune in to hear why it's important for athletes to master health and wellbeing, stick to your goals and trust the process – all on this episode of 'We're Not Blowing Hot Air.'Follow Logan on Instagram @_loganewing_

On Episode 5 of 'We're Not Blowing Hot Air,' Ben and Lauren dive into the world of swimming with college swimmer, Brennan Hammond.  A senior at Florida State University (FSU), Brennans hard work and determination has taken him to great heights. Get ready to be inspired as he shares how sometimes life takes us on different paths to get to our ultimate destination.  A fly swimmer by heart, Brennan shares how he uses Oxygen Plus to catch his breathe when he's finishing his meets, and fuel his workouts so he can perform at the top of his game.  Tune in to hear why it's important for swimmers to master breathing, find good mentors and coaches, and trust the process, on this episode of 'We're Not Blowing Hot Air.'Follow Brennan on Instagram @brennan_hammond

On Episode 4 of 'We're Not Blowing Hot Air,' Ben and Lauren dive into the world of soccer with professional women's soccer player, Samantha Johnson.  A graduate of the University of Southern California (USC), Samatha's experience in the sport has carried her around the world. Get ready to be inspired as she shares how balance has been her key to success in life.  An expectant mother, Samantha shares how she uses Oxygen Plus to feel her best when she's on the go, and fuel her workouts so she can perform at the top of her game.  Tune in to hear why it's important for professional athletes to master balance, find good mentors and coaches, and stay engaged in what you believe in on this episode of 'We're Not Blowing Hot Air.'About Samatha Johnson:Samantha Johnson is an American soccer defender who plays for Soyaux. She has previously played for National Women's Soccer League clubs, Chicago Red Stars and Utah Royals FC, and for the Australian W-League clubs, Melbourne Victory, Sydney FC, and Melbourne City.  When not cutting it up on the field, Samantha devotes her energies to helping youth thrive through her company, CASS | BETTER. Stay connected with Samantha:Instagram: @suenacita CASS | BETTER: @better.cass

John Loeffel – the star college track runner from Seton Hall University in New Jersey, whom Oxygen Plus partnered with through the sports agency, MarketPryce – shares his path to success in long distance and cross-country running. He also drops a few vital lessons about persevering in sports and life in the face of major health and personal challenges. Co-hosts, Ben and Lauren, get into it with this all-around cool, inspiring student athlete, chit-chatting about mental health, meditation, breathing, mindfulness, getting up early, and not letting negative wizards prevent you from achieving your goals. We love it because John also shares how he uses O+ oxygen: To help recover after a long run, and to speed up recovery in between running intervals! Coached by legendary Olympic coach, John Moon, and supported by his amazing family, John's focus and commitment to wellness will go the distance in encouraging you to get up and face each day, no matter what challenges may come your way. Follow John Loeffel on Instagram @johnloeffel_ 

On episode two of 'We're Not Blowing Hot Air,' Dr. Sarah Petrich in the O+ house! A Doctor of Physical Therapy, national educator, and expert in alignment, movement and breathing, Dr. Sarah imparts her knowledge about the body, movement and breath, and even shares a “hot take” on one of today's most popular, yet misunderstood, breathing techniques: belly breathing. Plus, Dr. Sarah reveals her new Oxygen Plus video series for better breathing, and how she helped the O+ team learn and teach how to best breathe O+ oxygen! Learn more about your best breath on this mindful episode of ‘We're Not Blowing Hot Air.' Dr. Sarah Petrich, PT, DPT, PRC, NCPT, is a Doctor of Physical Therapy certified in Postural Restoration® and the Pilates Method. Co-founder of Re-Balance Pilates, Dr. Sarah offers a multi-system approach to re-balancing asymmetrical alignment, movement patterns and the breath. Dr. Sarah practices both online and in-person through www.SarahPetrich.com and at Studio U in Minneapolis, MN.Follow Dr. Sarah Petrich on Instagram @drsarahpetrich and on Twitter @SarahPetrich.

On the first episode of Season Two of 'We're Not Blowing Hot Air,'  we talk shop with Madison Packer – a hockey player from the National Women's Hockey League*, with a reputation for her work ethic – on and off the ice. Get ready to be inspired by this fearless athlete, friend, wife, mom, and mental health advocate.*The NWHL is now the Premier Hockey Federation or the PHFAbout the podcast:'We're Not Blowing Hot Air' is a podcast – powered by Oxygen Plus (O+) – featuring amazing athletes and inspiring wellness-minded individuals who share how they elevate their everyday lives. Co-hosts Lauren Carlstrom and Ben Johnson broadcast monthly from O+'s worldwide headquarters in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Share, follow, rate and review 'We're Not Blowing Hot Air' wherever you podcast, so more people can elevate their everyday lives with Oxygen Plus. #oxygenplus #werenotblowinghotair Produced by Lauren Carlstrom and Heidi Norman | Music and Audio Engineering by Scott Deming

New look and new feel. What's next with the 'We're Not Blowing Hot Air' podcast? Listen to this bonus segment with Scott and Lauren – and who's that new guy...? – to find out! About:'We're Not Blowing Hot Air' is a podcast – powered by Oxygen Plus (O+) – featuring amazing athletes and inspiring wellness-minded individuals who share how they elevate their everyday lives. Co-hosts Lauren Carlstrom and Ben Johnson broadcast monthly from O+'s worldwide headquarters in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Share, follow, rate and review 'We're Not Blowing Hot Air' wherever you podcast, so more people can elevate their everyday lives with Oxygen Plus. #oxygenplus #werenotblowinghotair Produced by Lauren Carlstrom and Heidi Norman | Music and Audio Engineering by Scott Deming

On Episode of 10, ‘We're Not Blowing Hot Air,' we crack open bottles of amazing facts about wine and whiskey with John Taylor. John is the official Winemaker and Distiller of ‘Chankaska Creek Ranch Winery & Distillery' located in Kasota, Minnesota. Revealing the magic and mystery of how wine and whiskey is made, John opens our eyes to the science and art of wine and spirit production – from the month they harvest to the moment you cheers. Plus, John delights us with the chemical role oxygen plays in making wine and whiskey taste so good. All this and more about how to make and drink booze like you mean it, on this episode of ‘We're Not Blowing Hot Air.'Subscribe to 'We're Not Blowing Hot Air' wherever you podcast, to elevate your IQ with wellness and business stuff we explore in every episode.About John Taylor:John Taylor is Chankaska Creek Ranch Winery & Distillery's Vice President of Alcohol Operations and the official Winemaker and Distiller. His career took several twists and turns on the road to Minnesota. A native Californian, John grew up with wine as a part of everyday life. It was not until his 21st birthday trip to Napa and a 13 year old bottle of Napa Cabernet that he considered wine as a career. After falling in love with wine chemistry and changing his major, John embarked on a number of different experiences both during his undergraduate and early career. Interning with Edna Valley Vineyards, John worked with Cool Climate grapes for 2 years while finishing his Bachelor of Science from Cal Poly Concentrating in Enology. Immediately upon graduation, he spent 3 years with E & J Gallo Winery in a number of roles and facilities learning not only the art and science of wine, but logistics and production efficiency.  Desiring to head back into a hands on winemaking role, the next 3 years were co-managing a vineyard and crafting Estate products with Ecluse Wines in Paso Robles. The next 4 years would be spent working with winemakers the likes of Randall Graham, Alison Crowe, Jim McMahon, Nathan Carlson, Jeremy Leffert, Mike Sinor, Mike Drash and so many others. John joined Chankasaka in 2018 after making wine for Crow River Winery in 2017. An integral part of the team at Chankaska makes him the right Winemaker to take them forward into the future of wine and spirits from the state he now calls home.LinkedIn: @John TaylorChankaska Creek Ranch Winery & Distillery:www.chankaskawines.comTwitter: @chankaskawinesFacebook: @ChankaskawinesInstagram: @ChankaskawinesO+ Featured Artist:Ledfoot Larry, ‘White Lines'

Professional wine and whiskey maker, John Taylor, gives a glimpse behind what to takes to make quality alcohol products in wineries and distilleries in this cumulating year-end episode of 'We're Not Blowing Hot Air.' Don't miss this sizzling – and educational – episode that will expand your love and understanding of wine, spirits and oxygen! Subscribe wherever you podcast – because it's been a heck of a year, and it's seriously time to party! Subscribe to 'We're Not Blowing Hot Air' wherever you podcast, to elevate your IQ with wellness and business stuff we explore in every episode.

On this merry episode of ‘We're Not Blowing Hot Air,' the real Santa Claus – a.k.a. ‘Ed Taylor' or ‘Santa Ed' – drops into the studio to spread his holiday cheer and share the real deal about being Santa Claus. Seen on ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live' and all the holiday commercials where Santa actually looks like Santa, you're about to learn the truth about how to make the holidays meaningful with the Santa portrayal artist Rob Dyrdek, Host of MTV's ‘Ridiculousness,' calls “the greatest Santa in the history of Santas” – all on this special holiday episode of ‘We're Not Blowing Hot Air.' Subscribe to 'We're Not Blowing Hot Air' wherever you podcast if you haven't already so you don't get coals in your stocking! (LINK IN BIO

On Episode 9 of ‘We're Not Blowing Hot Air,' the real Santa Claus – who goes by ‘Ed Taylor' or ‘Santa Ed' – drops into the studio from the North Pole to spread his holiday cheer and share the real deal about being Santa Claus. A jolly guy with a big heart for kids of all ages, Santa Ed has more than one billion television and social media views as Santa Claus. Seen on ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live' and all the holiday commercials where Santa actually looks like Santa, he's known as “the greatest Santa in the history of Santas” and has me convinced, he exists! Available virtually or in-person, Santa Ed is one gift that should be on everybody's Christmas wish list. Spark up your holiday spirit with songs and secret Santa scooties about elves and more – all on this special holiday episode of ‘We're Not Blowing Hot Air.'Subscribe to 'We're Not Blowing Hot Air' wherever you podcast, to elevate your IQ with wellness and business stuff we explore in every episode.About Ed Taylor (“Santa Ed”):Hollywood's ‘go-to' Santa Claus, Ed Taylor – also known as ‘Santa Ed' or ‘That Santa Guy,' spreads the Christmas spirit on TV shows like Jimmy Kimmel, The Doctors, Steve Harvey, Ridiculousness and is featured in commercials such as Chrysler, Reddi Wip and Kohl's. Offering personal in-person or online visits, Santa Ed also makes over 100 personal appearances a year, lifting families spirits and heightening holiday parties for universities, a U.S. Embassy, Mattel Toys, Facebook, Paramount Pictures, the L.A. Lakers and Nickelodeon. Credited as ‘the greatest Santa in the history of Santas,' by Rob Dyrdek, host of MTV's ‘Ridiculousness,' Ed Taylor pioneered and runs a unique Santa School and networking platform for St. Nick's called the ‘Worldwide Santa Claus Network.' The Conservatory is the only one of its kind, offering online training year-round to more than 4,000 Santas and Mrs. Clauses worldwide. A master marketer and portrayer of Santa Claus, Ed Taylor teaches hundreds of “Claus portrayal” artists learn how to become extraordinary at providing virtual visits for families and business. Spreading good will and heart with every online view or in-person appearance, Santa Ed feels fortunate to have his wife, Lori – who is an award-winning artist, website developer, and occasional ‘Mrs. Claus' – on his team as he helps make Christmas moments filled with joy and memorable for many."Santa" Ed Taylor websites:https://santaed.com/ https://edtaylor.com/ https://the-santa-claus-conservatory.com/ https://worldwide-santa-claus-network.com/ Follow "Santa" Ed Taylor:Instagram: @thatsantaguy | https://www.instagram.com/thatsantaguy/Facebook: That Santa Guy - "Santa" Ed Taylor | https://www.facebook.com/ThatSantaGuy/Twitter: @ThatSantaGuy1 | https://twitter.com/thatsantaguy1Featured Artist:Stacy BlueSong: "Christmas Star"Vocals/Writer/PublisherLittle Bleu Clementine

On Episode 8 of ‘We're Not Blowing Hot Air,' we play the field with Jason Bergman – CEO and Co-Founder of MarketPryce, the new social media marketing company whose marketplace connects athletes and companies kinda like dating apps but nobody ever gets cat-fished or has to swipe until their fingers cramp. Considered by some, ‘The Jerry McGuire Agency of Today,' Jason and his growing team help myriad companies – large and small – strike needle-moving endorsement deals with influential pro and college athletes. Rooted in an innovative strategy with an attractive value proposition and easy-to-use technology, MarketPryce is an accessible alternative to traditional, high-dollar, hard-to-get endorsement deals and other influencer platforms. Learn how thousands of vetted athletes from sports like football, soccer, tennis, hockey and basketball, are hooking up with brands with ease and happiness…err, the way hooking up online should be! And hear how – just months after launching MarketPryce – this cupid's entrepreneurial matchmaking secured $3 million in seed money, and earned him a spot in ‘Forbes Next 1000' – all on this episode of ‘We're Not Blowing Hot Air.'Subscribe to 'We're Not Blowing Hot Air' wherever you podcast, to elevate your IQ with wellness and business stuff we explore in every episode.About Jason Bergman:Jason Bergman is the Co-Founder and CEO of MarketPryce, a two-sided marketplace for athlete marketing based in New York City. MarketPryce has facilitated 2,500+ deals between more than 1,500 professional and student athletes and 350+ companies after launching in January 2021. Prior to launching MarketPryce, Bergman, a veteran of the sports marketing industry, worked on both sides of the athlete marketing equation, assisting brands in finding athletes to work with as well as launching his own sports marketing agency, representing a dozen professional athletes as a sports agent.@_j_berg_  |  https://www.instagram.com/_j_berg_MarketPryce:https://www.marketpryce.comInstagram: @marketpryce | https://www.instagram.com/marketpryce/Twitter: @marketpryce | https://twitter.com/marketpryce MarketPryce Florida: https://nil.marketpryce.com 

Sports-lovers, fans, athletes and companies! Elevate your sports IQ with Jason Bergman, CEO and Co-Founder of MarketPryce – the dynamic new sports marketing company that's changing how sports marketing is played, and how student athletes, brands and companies win! With aspirations to “be the biggest player in sports” and making the cut to be on the ‘Forbes Next 1000' list of entrepreneurs, Jason and his team have an efficient, dependable playbook to connect and strike impactful pro and athlete sponsorship deals. Subscribe to 'We're Not Blowing Hot Air' wherever you podcast – so you don't miss this entrepreneurial episode where we explore how sports, tech and strategy are helping the world of sports marketing go further. About Jason Bergman:Jason Bergman is the Co-Founder and CEO of MarketPryce, a two-sided marketplace for athlete marketing based in New York City. MarketPryce has facilitated 2,500+ deals between more than 1,500 professional and student athletes and 350+ companies after launching in January 2021. Prior to launching MarketPryce, Bergman, a veteran of the sports marketing industry, worked on both sides of the athlete marketing equation, assisting brands in finding athletes to work with as well as launching his own sports marketing agency, representing a dozen professional athletes as a sports agent.

On Episode of 7, ‘We're Not Blowing Hot Air, we face the facts about keeping our faces healthy and looking fresh with Sabrina Elhis – a leading esthetician, educator, and owner of ‘Sabrina Brow and Skin' in Minneapolis, Minnesota. A powerhouse in the esthetic industry, Sabrina reveals the skincare essentials every human – young and old, male and female – needs to know to protect and care for the health of the face. Citing current research and science – and even examining institutional barriers holding back important, yet little-known truths – Sabrina breaks down four key products you can use for an effective face care regimen. Learn how to combat damage from the sun, pollution and blue light streaming from your screens, so you feel confident facing your world. All this and more about the essentials of skincare for your face, on ‘We're Not Blowing Hot Air.'Subscribe to 'We're Not Blowing Hot Air' wherever you podcast, to elevate your IQ with wellness and business stuff we explore in every episode.About Sabrina Elhis:As a woman always in pursuit of the extraordinary, Sabrina is an Advanced Practice Esthetician and Head USA Trainer for Brow Secrets International. She started her career at a premier spa in the Twin Cities where she spent 13 years working in areas of anti-aging, rosacea, and acne. She has also worked for Minneapolis Plastic Surgery where she was trained in chemical peels, dermaplaning, and IPL treatments and other advanced modalities. She loves the healing art of Reiki and infuses that touch into all treatments both creative and clinical. Since 2016, she has had the pleasure of owning Sabrina Brow and Skin, which is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Driving her 17+ year career is the passion to give women back their beauty and to empower them with self-confidence to face the world each day.About Sabrina Brow and Skin:https://sabrinabrowandskin.com @sabrinabrowandskin https://www.instagram.com/sabrinabrowandskinKnow an up-and-coming musician who wants a song featured on an episode of ‘We're Not Blowing Hot Air'? Share this potential podcast gig with all the musicians in your world! 

You may know your skin is the largest organ of the body. But did you know it's the most vital organ in protecting the rest of the body from outside environmental factors like air pollution, the sun and even screen time? We focus in on your face – and learn why it's the best time in history to be aging – on this research-based, revitalizing episode of 'We're Not Blowing Hot Air'. So get ready and subscribe wherever you podcast – your face is worth it!About Sabrina Elhis:As a woman always in pursuit of the extraordinary, Sabrina is an Advanced Practice Esthetician and Head USA Trainer for Brow Secrets International. She started her career at a premier spa in the Twin Cities where she spent 13 years working in areas of anti-aging, rosacea, and acne. She has also worked for Minneapolis Plastic Surgery where she was trained in chemical peels, dermaplaning, and IPL treatments and other advanced modalities. She loves the healing art of Reiki and infuses that touch into all treatments both creative and clinical. Since 2016, she has had the pleasure of owning Sabrina Brow and Skin, which is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Driving her 17+ year career is the passion to give women back their beauty and to empower them with self-confidence to face the world each day.

On Episode 6 of ‘We're Not Blowing Hot Air,' we get physically and mentally stronger with breath instructor and strength coach, Jesse Irizarry! Jesse – a former strength sport competitor – is a speaker, writer, and owner of JDI Barbell, New York City's leading strength and conditioning gym dedicated to strength training, Olympic weightlifting, powerlifting and combat sports. Backed with a passion to help people and experience training college athletes, Jesse shares about his training philosophy, why everyone needs to strength train, and personal stories that will motivate you to breathe better and move more than you do every day. After hearing some strength building tips and practicing some gut breathing techniques, we'll transition you out with the vibes of alternative artist, Lifelike This – all on this episode of ‘We're Not Blowing Hot Air.'Subscribe to 'We're Not Blowing Hot Air' wherever you podcast, to elevate your IQ with wellness and business stuff we explore in every episode.About Jesse Irizarry:Fitness guru and writer, Jesse Irizarry is the owner and head coach at JDI Barbell – NYC's leading dedicated strength and conditioning gym specializing in foundational principle-based strength training, Olympic Weightlifting, powerlifting, and combat sports. A former Division 1 strength and conditioning coach, Jesse has fifteen plus years professional experience creating and developing multiple competitive strength programs and clubs for Olympic weightlifting and powerlifting in New York City. Starting his career coaching college teams in strength and conditioning, Jesse became the head strength coach for three conference-champion teams for multiple years, including working as an assistant strength and conditioning coach to the Liberty University Football team during multiple Division 1 FCS conference championships. Jesse has competed in strength sports like powerlifting and Olympic weightlifting and also enjoys and practices Muay Thai, Yoga, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, trail runs and hiking.  Blog: https://www.jesseirizarry.com/mydailyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesseirizarry/JDI Barbell gym website: https://jdibarbell.com/Instagram: @JDIBarbell / https://www.instagram.com/jdibarbell/Breathing courses: www.thebreathingclass.comO+ featured artist, Life Like This, is an alternative music band from Minneapolis, Minnesota. 

Punch up your body's stability, mobility and range of motion with the strongest, most considerate and chill friend we have in fitness, Jesse Irizarry! A trained breath instructor and strength coach revolutionizing strength training and conditioning in New York City (and virtually worldwide), Jesse shares a wealth of health and training knowledge, and workout tips that are easy-to-understand and fun to go out and do. Get ready to elevate your fitness IQ on the episode where we learn how to throw a punch! Now, just go do it…subscribe to ‘We're Not Blowing Hot Air' wherever you podcast so you know important things, like how to win in a bar fight.Subscribe to 'We're Not Blowing Hot Air' wherever you podcast, to elevate your IQ with wellness and business stuff we explore in every episode.

If you thought Oxygen Plus's 18th birthday interview with our Founder, Christine Warren, was a hit, you're gonna love this episode's bonus segment. A former psychotherapist, Christine talks about her experience as a female entrepreneur in the recreational oxygen industry, and why she thinks people are struggling in this quasi-post-COVID world we're all living in. And, to the delight of our rebellious side, we get our very first swear word on our podcast (so that's your warning for explicit content!) in this special bonus segment of Episode 5 of ‘We're Not Blowing Hot Air.'We hope you enjoy our full, and this bonus, interview with Oxygen Plus Founder, Christine Warren. Be sure to subscribe to 'We're Not Blowing Hot Air,' so you never miss an episode.

On Episode 5 of ‘We're Not Blowing Hot Air,' we get real with Founder and President of Oxygen Plus, Christine Warren – and we even break out the bubbly to celebrate Oxygen Plus's 18th Birthday! Take a trip way back to 2003 – when a room full of geniuses gathered together to start dreaming about an oxygen company who would pioneer a wellness category they themselves dubbed, “recreational oxygen!” Learn what this female entrepreneur did to survive and thrive two decades, hear never before told stories about Oxygen Plus, and discover more reasons Oxygen Plus is the best canned oxygen in the atmosphere. Plus, find out what the “plus” in “Oxygen Plus” really means, what Christine envisions next for Oxygen Plus and the recreational oxygen industry, and hear me attempt to sing Christine an original Birthday song – all on this episode of ‘We're Not Blowing Hot Air.'Subscribe to 'We're Not Blowing Hot Air' wherever you podcast, to elevate your IQ with wellness and business stuff we explore in every episode.About Christine Warren:Christine Warren is a Business Owner, Business Consultant, Entrepreneur and Leading PsychotherapistProudly born and raised in Chicago, Illinois, Christine Warren launched her career as a licensed martial and family therapist (LMFT) and licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) when she established a private psychotherapy practice in Edina, Minnesota in 1980. Working with individuals, families, and schools, she specialized in leading incest survivor groups, men's groups, and women's groups, offering clinical presentations as an expert on these topics. With experience in both intrapersonal work and businesses, Christine launched a business consultation practice, Organizational Design Strategies, which specializes in trans-generational leadership for a wide range of industries for family businesses, leadership teams, executive coaching and empowerment in the workplace. Christine has served organizations and top-level executives from Cargill, Dayton's, Yocum Oil Co., Quirks Marketing, Rasmussen Business College, Aakers College, Vision World, Midwest of Cannon Falls, Minnesota Department of Education, and other notable and manufacturing businesses and service firms. A believer in the power of education, she taught family and marital therapy at the graduate level, and served as a consultant to the Minnesota State Commissioner of Education and her cabinet, superintendents and principals throughout the United States. As an alumnus of the University of Minnesota Graduate School, Christine Warren has served as an inspirational board member on the College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) Dean's Advisory Board at the University of Minnesota since 2010. Inspired by the need to develop a new wellness product category, in 2003 Christine founded, and currently serves as President of the leading recreational oxygen company, Oxygen Plus (oxygenplus.com). 

Since Oxygen Plus (O+) is now old enough to go to college, we discuss 18 years of challenges and future dreams with Christine Warren, President and Founder of Oxygen Plus on Episode 5. Prepare your own champagne toast as we celebrate and Christine tells us things we've always wanted to know about starting and leading Oxygen Plus, and as we get real about the challenges and rewards of creating and growing the new product category called Recreational Oxygen.  Oh, and subscribe to 'We're Not Blowing Hot Air,' so you never miss an exciting episode!

Happy Birthday O+! Christine Warren, the founder of Oxygen Plus and pioneer of recreational oxygen, wants to celebrate Oxygen Plus's 18th birthday with the world! Get ready to elevate your own life's work as we honor this awesome milestone on Episode 5 of We're Not Blowing Hot Air.

On this episode of ‘We're Not Blowing Hot Air,' we bring you Part 2 of our interview with Dr. Patrick K. Porter. If you missed Part 1, be sure to go back and listen right now so you don't miss any of Dr. Porter's incredible insights into the human brain. We talk about meditation, gurus, meditation hacks, and gurus who might be hacks! Dr. Porter shares more about BrainTap's use of light and sound , "frequency following response," stress, how the brain needs to be in a better mental state, stigmas, addictions, and how to find our perfect high through positive thinking. Plus, learn about rewiring your brain, hypnosis, and how to take action that will help you destress, get motivated and stay on a healthy path. And once again, stick around after the interview to rock out to post-hardcore band, Lost in Prague. Subscribe to 'We're Not Blowing Hot Air' wherever you podcast, to elevate your IQ with wellness and business stuff we explore in every episode.Dr. Patrick Porter: https://drpatrickporter.comhttps://www.facebook.com/DrPatrickPorter https://twitter.com/PatrickPorter https://www.instagram.com/drpatrickporterBrainTap:www.braintap.com https://www.facebook.com/braintaptechhttps://www.instagram.com/braintaptechFree Gift Link: www.braintap.info

Did you catch Part 1 of Dr. Patrick Porter's interview about brain health and wellness? If not, go back and watch so you're ready for Part 2! Some might say Dr. Porter saves the best for last in this extended episode of 'We're Not Blowing Hot Air.' Learn about the power of hypnosis, different ways of thinking about addictions, and be inspired by the power of our brain to rewire its own thinking and take actions that can help improve quality of life!Subscribe to 'We're Not Blowing Hot Air' wherever you podcast, to elevate your IQ with wellness and business stuff we explore in every episode. 

On Episode 4 of ‘We're Not Blowing Hot Air,' our brain waves tune into the frequency of Dr. Patrick K. Porter, an expert in brain health and wellness, and founder of BrainTap® – a scientifically-proven approach for rewiring your brain. An author, speaker and entrepreneur who is driving positive change and healing, Dr. Porter shares how to improve mental clarity, sleep and energy through breathing and a daily 20-minute audio session that uses light and sound. Guiding your mind from an awake, reactionary state into an intuitive, creative state of heightened consciousness, Dr. Porter's technology helps you more easily get some of benefits of meditation – and bust bad habits like smoking and stressing out too much. Tap into the power of your own mind and take a deep dive into hypnosis and the subconscious – and rock out with the post-hardcore band, ‘Lost in Prague' – all on this episode of ‘We're Not Blowing Hot Air.'Subscribe to 'We're Not Blowing Hot Air' wherever you podcast, to elevate your IQ with wellness and business stuff we explore in every episode.About Dr. Patrick Porter:Dr. Patrick K. Porter, PhD, is an award-winning author/speaker and the founder of BrainTap®, the leader in technology-enhanced meditation. Dr. Porter pioneered the use of brainwave entrainment to improve clarity, sleep and energy, and remains at the forefront of scientific research. He founded BrainTap with the goal of making this technology accessible to everyone. BrainTap offers over 1000 original audio sessions in 12 languages and serves a worldwide user base with its mobile app and headset. Dr. Porter has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, People, Entrepreneur, INC and on ABC, NBC, CBS as an expert in brain health and wellness, and in 2020, Dr. Porter received the IAFNR lifetime achievement award. Please visit www.braintap.com.  As Founder and Chief BrainTap Officer at BrainTap™, Dr. Porter created the BrainTap tool and technology with a singular mission: to better a billion brains. With its proprietary app and headset technology, BrainTap enables users to tackle the challenges of today's stressful world and enhance quality of life through improved brain health. With over 1000 uniquely-encoded audio sessions, BrainTap empowers users to reduce stress, sleep better, and maximize performance. Go to www.BrainTap.Pro and download a copy of Dr. Porter's book, Thrive in Overdrive, and use the BrainTap app free for 15 days to experience how BrainTap can help you.O+ featured artist, Lost in Prague:Lost in Prague is a post-hardcore rock band from Minneapolis, Minnesota. Instagram: @lostinpraguebandListen here: https://linktr.ee/Lostinprague

Get ready to elevate your brain waves with Dr. Patrick Porter – an expert in brain health and wellness, and founder of BrainTap®, a scientifically-proven approach for rewiring your brain – on the next episode of We're Not Blowing Hot Air. You'll learn important, easy tips on how to improve your sleep quality, and explore the power of your subconscious in helping sustain your own wellness. Subscribe to We're Not Blowing Hot Air wherever you podcast now so you don't miss this important episode that may help you or someone you care about who wants a better brain, improved sleep, more energy and less stress!

On Episode 3 of ‘We're Not Blowing Hot Air,' we all hail to the eCommerce King of Canada, Chris Parsons, for the insights he gives on surviving today's world of consumer-packaged goods. Chris, the Director of eCommerce at Home Hardware and a highly regarded expert in the digital space, shares research and even makes some predictions for future business trends related to the all-too important customer journey experience. Find out why you may want do your holiday shopping right after Halloween this year. Plus, enjoy the musical notes of Roy Alexander – all on this episode of ‘We're Not Blowing Hot Air.'Subscribe to 'We're Not Blowing Hot Air' wherever you podcast, to elevate your IQ with wellness and business stuff we explore in every episode.