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197 Author Dr. Jerry Woodbridge on Children's Grief, Widowhood, and Writing the Loved, Lost, Won Series In Hospice Explained episode 197, host Marie Betcher, a registered nurse and former hospice nurse, interviews educator and author Dr. Jerry Woodbridge about grief, faith, and her writing. Dr. Jerry shares her background in education and educational technology, her sudden widowhood in 2004 when her husband died one day after a colon cancer diagnosis, and the impact on her children, including her son's unspoken panic attacks and a difficult move from Florida to Indiana. She describes how journaling, faith, and ballroom dancing supported her grief, leading to her widow's devotional Trading My Sorrows for the Joy of the Lord. Prompted by a TEDx conversation, she wrote the children's grief novel Joy Overcame Sorrow with a companion Joy's Journal, and released book two, The Intersection, about twin loss and survivor's guilt. She is also researching a future book about a military family's loss and emphasizes moving between sorrow and joy through love. 00:00 Welcome and Disclaimer 00:38 Meet Dr. Jerry Woodbridge 03:21 Sudden Loss and Widowhood 05:38 Parenting Through Grief 10:15 Adoption and Added Complexity 10:53 Writing Through Grief 14:55 Joy Overcame Sorrow 19:26 The Intersection Twin Loss 22:35 Anticipatory Grief and Faith 24:38 Turning Pain Into Purpose 26:28 Final Reflections and Goodbye   https://www.drjerrylwoodbridge.com/books If you want to help, you can donate to help support Hospice Explained at the Buy me a Coffee link   https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Hospice  Hospice Explained Affiliates & Contact Information Buying from these Affilite links will help support this Podcast.  Maire introduces a partnership with Suzanne Mayer RN inventor of the  cloud9caresystem.com,  When patients remain in the same position for extended periods, they are at high risk of developing pressure injuries, commonly known as bedsores. One of the biggest challenges caregivers face is the tendency for pillows and repositioning inserts to easily dislodge during care.(Suzanne is a former guest on Episode #119) When you order with Cloud 9 care system, please tell them you heard about them from Hospice Explained.(Thank You) Marie's Contact Marie@HospiceExplained.com www.HospiceExplained.com   Finding a Hospice Agency 1. You can use Medicare.gov to help find a hospice agency, 2. choose Find provider 3. Choose Hospice 4. then add your zip code This should be a list of Hospice Agencies local to you or your loved one.

Achilles tendon ruptures have historically been an injury of 40-50 year olds. The recent uptick in Achilles ruptures in younger athletes has been a point of concern in the Sports Medicine community, particularly when some of the NBA's brightest stars have sustained this devastating injury in their 20-30s. Dr. Nirav Pandya, MD, Pediatric Sports Medicine Specialist from UCSF joins us to discuss his group's findings as well as the viral response to his study.

Watch the full video here: https://rucenterforpsychoanalysis.substack.com/p/recording-two-renegade-sexologists Join RU CENTER FOR PSYCHOANALYSIS at Substack: https://rucenterforpsychoanalysis.substack.com TWO RENEGADE SEXOLOGISTS: ON PSYCHOPATHIA SEXUALIS & THE SEXUAL CRIMINAL: A PSYCHOANALYTIC STUDY with Dr. Mikita Brottman This lecture considers the life and work of two renegade sexologists: Richard von Krafft-Ebing, and J. Paul de River. The aristocratic Krafft-Ebing was a German psychiatrist and author of the seminal Psychopathia Sexualis. J. Paul de River was the chief psychiatrist of the Los Angeles Sex Offense Bureau during the 1940s and author of The Sexual Criminal: A Psychoanalytic Study. The work of these two eccentric, obsessive, and sometimes deluded psychiatrists provide compelling time-capsules into the dark underbelly of 19th century Vienna, and the sordid backstreets of mid-century Los Angeles. Mikita Brottman is Professor of Literature at the Maryland Institute College of Art in Baltimore. She has a D.Phil from Oxford University in English Language and Literature, and is an NAAP certified psychoanalyst. She performs forensic evaluations for the National Institute for the study, prevention and treatment of sexual trauma. She is also the author of 15 nonfiction books, the latest of which, Guilty Creatures (Simon & Schuster, 2024) was described by the New York Times as “an unputdownable read.” https://mikitabrottman.com News & updates: Our next event is Saturday, August 15th, with the next installment of An Introduction to Psychoanalysis. We'll look at Jean Laplanche and his influence on queer theory, Heinz Kohut and Self Psychology, Transpersonal Psychology a la Abraham Maslow and Stanislav Grof, as well as Israel Regardie, an interesting character at the crossroads of 20th-century psychoanalysis and occultism. MORE INFO & REGISTER HERE: https://rucenterforpsychoanalysis.substack.com/p/an-intro-to-psychoanalysis-continues-c7e RU Center's next event with Mikita is scheduled for Wednesday, October 28th: The Uncanny as Creative Catalyst with Dr. Mikita Brottman. https://www.tickettailor.com/events/renderingunconsciouscenterforpsychoanalysis/2341560 This will be a taste of a 4 week course she is giving via Morbid Anatomy Museum: The Uncanny as Creative Catalyst with Author and Psychoanalyst Mikita Brottman, Ph.D., Begins November 11. https://www.morbidanatomy.org/classes/p/syo9i8m3saiiszq3b97cc6e5kr251e And before that she is teaching Reading and Writing True Crime with Author and Psychoanalyst Mikita Brottman, PhD, Begins September 15 via Morbid Anatomy Museum. https://www.morbidanatomy.org/classes/p/reading-and-writing-true-crime-with-true-crime-author-and-psychoanalyst-mikita-brottman-phd All these events are online and will be recorded! If you are interested in pursuing psychoanalytic treatment or supervision with me, please feel free to contact me directly: www.drvanessasinclair.net/contact/ As always, huge thanks to Carl Abrahamsson for providing the intro and outro music for Rendering Unconscious. https://linktr.ee/CarlAbrahamsson https://thefenriswolf.substack.com https://anartapart.substack.com The song at the end of this episode is "Invisible Womb" from the album "Indulgence not Abstinence" by Vanessa Sinclair and Pete Murphy: https://petemurphy.bandcamp.com/album/indulgence-not-abstinence-12 Support independent artists and musicians! Visit Pete's Bandcamp: https://petemurphy.bandcamp.com Our music is also available at Spotify and other streaming services. https://open.spotify.com/artist/3xKEE2NPGatImt46OgaemY Links to everything can be found at: https://linktr.ee/renderingunconscious Enjoy! Thank You.

It's a hot summer in 1977. Son of Sam is on the loose and avigilante, Lady X, is meting out justice to abusive men. Linny and Nancy discuss Molly Fader's new book, LADY X, and the feminine rage three young roommates experience in 1970's New York. And also, in this dual-timeline book, modern day Margot whose A-list actor husband has been caught sendingcompromising pictures to girls. Ugh. We see women banding together, but this gritty book painfully shows how women also sometimes fail each other. This time, Nancy admits she cried reading the book (usually it's Linny!). We alsoget updates on Linny's acting gigs (can you say “speaking roles”?!), and, Nancy's tennis teams' trips to Districts and Regionals. In their endeavors, both Linny and Nancy are practicing Dr. Larry Widman's positive self-talk! Episode 45. Linda and Nancy discuss MAX OUT MINDSET by Dr.Larry Widman:https://frontporchbookclub.com/podcast/45-max-out-mindset-by-dr-larry-widman/ Episode 46. Author Dr. Larry Widman supercharges our newyear telling us about his book, MAX OUT MINDSET:https://frontporchbookclub.com/podcast/46-author-dr-larry-widman/ Episode 127. Linda and Nancy discuss THE MIDNIGHT SHOW:https://frontporchbookclub.com/podcast/127-the-midnight-show/ Episode 128.  AuthorsLee Kelly and Jennifer Thorne join us to discuss THE MIDNIGHT SHOW:https://frontporchbookclub.com/podcast/128-lee-kelly-and-jennifer-thorne/ Son of Sam:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Berkowitz 1977 New York City blackout:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_York_City_blackout_of_1977 PAIGE REVIEWS BOOKS review of LADY X:https://paigesmith.net/tag/molly-fader-lady-x/

It's a hot summer in 1977. Son of Sam is on the loose and avigilante, Lady X, is meting out justice to abusive men. Linny and Nancy discuss Molly Fader's new book, LADY X, and the feminine rage three young roommates experience in 1970's New York. And also, in this dual-timeline book, modern day Margot whose A-list actor husband has been caught sendingcompromising pictures to girls. Ugh. We see women banding together, but this gritty book painfully shows how women also sometimes fail each other. This time, Nancy admits she cried reading the book (usually it's Linny!). We alsoget updates on Linny's acting gigs (can you say “speaking roles”?!), and, Nancy's tennis teams' trips to Districts and Regionals. In their endeavors, both Linny and Nancy are practicing Dr. Larry Widman's positive self-talk! Episode 45. Linda and Nancy discuss MAX OUT MINDSET by Dr.Larry Widman:https://frontporchbookclub.com/podcast/45-max-out-mindset-by-dr-larry-widman/ Episode 46. Author Dr. Larry Widman supercharges our newyear telling us about his book, MAX OUT MINDSET:https://frontporchbookclub.com/podcast/46-author-dr-larry-widman/ Episode 127. Linda and Nancy discuss THE MIDNIGHT SHOW:https://frontporchbookclub.com/podcast/127-the-midnight-show/ Episode 128.  AuthorsLee Kelly and Jennifer Thorne join us to discuss THE MIDNIGHT SHOW:https://frontporchbookclub.com/podcast/128-lee-kelly-and-jennifer-thorne/ Son of Sam:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Berkowitz 1977 New York City blackout:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_York_City_blackout_of_1977 PAIGE REVIEWS BOOKS review of LADY X:https://paigesmith.net/tag/molly-fader-lady-x/

Outsourcing podcast Get the full show notes for this outsourcing podcast here: outsourceaccelerator.com/598   Dr. Gleb Tsipursky comes to the Outsource Accelerator Podcast, this time as the author of a new book, The Psychology of AI Adoption at Work: From Resistance to Results, out with Georgetown University Press on September 1.  He is a behavioural scientist and CEO of Disaster Avoidance Experts, and he focuses on the human side of the AI wave. The conversation digs into why so many AI rollouts fail, and how leaders can get anxious, resistant teams to actually adopt AI. For an intensely human business like outsourcing, it is a timely message. Veronica shares how a small-town firm built that record, and how it is handling AI.   References: Website: https://disasteravoidanceexperts.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/disaster-avoidance-experts/   Start Outsourcing Outsource Accelerator can help you transform your business with outsourcing. Get in touch now, or use one of the resources below.   Business Process Outsourcing Get a Free Quote - Connect with 3 verified outsourcing experts & see how outsourcing can transform your business Book a Discovery Call - See how Outsource Accelerator can help you enhance your company's innovation and growth with outsourcing The Top 40 BPOs - We have compiled this review of the most notable 40 Business Process Outsourcing companies in the Philippines Outsourcing Calculator - This tool provides you with invaluable insight into the potential savings outsourcing can do for your business Outsourcing Salary Guide - Access the comprehensive guide to payroll salary compensation, benefits, and allowances in the Philippines Outsourcing Accelerator Podcast - Subscribe and listen to the world's leading outsourcing podcast, hosted by Derek Gallimore Payoneer - The leading global B2B payment solution for the outsourcing industry   About Outsource Accelerator Outsource Accelerator is the world's leading outsourcing marketplace and advisory. We offer the full spectrum of services, from light advisory and vendor brokerage, though to full implementation and fully-managed solutions. We service companies of all sectors, and all sizes, spanning all departmental verticals. Outsource Accelerator's unique approach to outsourcing enables our clients to build the best teams, access the most flexible solutions, and generate the best results possible. Our unrivaled sector knowledge and market reach mean that you get the best terms and results possible, at the best ALL-IN market-leading price - guaranteed.

Guests Include: Author John Leake, Landmark Legal's Michael Oneill, Author Dr. Brad Thayer, Lieutenant Gubernatorial Candidate Will Martin, WILL's Dan Lennington

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Robert Cialdini, one of the world's foremost researchers on influence and the bestselling author of Influence, to discuss what actually builds trust in relationship-driven business development. Rather than focusing on persuasion tactics, we explore the small, practical behaviors that help experts create stronger client relationships over time—from expressing genuine affinity and finding authentic points of connection to using language that reinforces partnership instead of distance. We also talk about why human connection often matters more than demonstrating expertise alone. Dr. Cialdini shares research-backed examples on asking for advice instead of opinions, making communication feel more personal, framing conversations around shared goals, and even how admitting a past mistake can strengthen credibility.   Topics We Cover in This Episode:  Why the principles of liking and unity are foundational to lasting client relationships A simple language shift that turns critics into collaborators How to find authentic common ground without forcing rapport Why humanizing your communication can be more persuasive than emphasizing credentials What Warren Buffett's shareholder letters teach about building trust How acknowledging a past mistake can make future recommendations more credible When framing outcomes as potential losses can be more motivating than highlighting gains Practical ways to make emails, conversations, and client interactions feel more personal   If you're looking for practical ways to strengthen trust, communicate more effectively, and build relationships that last, I think you'll find plenty to take away from this conversation.   Resources Mentioned: Cialdini Free Assessment — cialdini.com   Book: Influence by Robert Cialdini — https://a.co/d/05dd7GPv  Robert Cialdini's other books — https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B000AP9KKG/   Sign up for Bunnell Idea Group's free AI Business Development tool, GrowBIG AI: growbig.ai Sign up for Mo's weekly newsletter: GrowBigPlaybook.com Free Give to Grow Training and Downloadable Materials: Givetogrow.info Give to Grow Amazon Order Link:  https://a.co/d/ec8DTzc Follow Mo's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mobunnell/

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Robert Cialdini, one of the world's foremost researchers on influence and the bestselling author of Influence, to discuss what actually builds trust in relationship-driven business development. Rather than focusing on persuasion tactics, we explore the small, practical behaviors that help experts create stronger client relationships over time—from expressing genuine affinity and finding authentic points of connection to using language that reinforces partnership instead of distance. We also talk about why human connection often matters more than demonstrating expertise alone. Dr. Cialdini shares research-backed examples on asking for advice instead of opinions, making communication feel more personal, framing conversations around shared goals, and even how admitting a past mistake can strengthen credibility.   Topics We Cover in This Episode:  Why the principles of liking and unity are foundational to lasting client relationships A simple language shift that turns critics into collaborators How to find authentic common ground without forcing rapport Why humanizing your communication can be more persuasive than emphasizing credentials What Warren Buffett's shareholder letters teach about building trust How acknowledging a past mistake can make future recommendations more credible When framing outcomes as potential losses can be more motivating than highlighting gains Practical ways to make emails, conversations, and client interactions feel more personal   If you're looking for practical ways to strengthen trust, communicate more effectively, and build relationships that last, I think you'll find plenty to take away from this conversation.   Resources Mentioned: Cialdini Free Assessment — cialdini.com   Book: Influence by Robert Cialdini — https://a.co/d/05dd7GPv  Robert Cialdini's other books — https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B000AP9KKG/   Sign up for Bunnell Idea Group's free AI Business Development tool, GrowBIG AI: growbig.ai Sign up for Mo's weekly newsletter: GrowBigPlaybook.com Free Give to Grow Training and Downloadable Materials: Givetogrow.info Give to Grow Amazon Order Link:  https://a.co/d/ec8DTzc Follow Mo's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mobunnell/

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Robert Cialdini, one of the world's foremost researchers on influence and the bestselling author of Influence, to discuss what actually builds trust in relationship-driven business development. Rather than focusing on persuasion tactics, we explore the small, practical behaviors that help experts create stronger client relationships over time—from expressing genuine affinity and finding authentic points of connection to using language that reinforces partnership instead of distance. We also talk about why human connection often matters more than demonstrating expertise alone. Dr. Cialdini shares research-backed examples on asking for advice instead of opinions, making communication feel more personal, framing conversations around shared goals, and even how admitting a past mistake can strengthen credibility.   Topics We Cover in This Episode:  Why the principles of liking and unity are foundational to lasting client relationships A simple language shift that turns critics into collaborators How to find authentic common ground without forcing rapport Why humanizing your communication can be more persuasive than emphasizing credentials What Warren Buffett's shareholder letters teach about building trust How acknowledging a past mistake can make future recommendations more credible When framing outcomes as potential losses can be more motivating than highlighting gains Practical ways to make emails, conversations, and client interactions feel more personal   If you're looking for practical ways to strengthen trust, communicate more effectively, and build relationships that last, I think you'll find plenty to take away from this conversation.   Resources Mentioned: Cialdini Free Assessment — cialdini.com   Book: Influence by Robert Cialdini — https://a.co/d/05dd7GPv  Robert Cialdini's other books — https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B000AP9KKG/   Sign up for Bunnell Idea Group's free AI Business Development tool, GrowBIG AI: growbig.ai Sign up for Mo's weekly newsletter: GrowBigPlaybook.com Free Give to Grow Training and Downloadable Materials: Givetogrow.info Give to Grow Amazon Order Link:  https://a.co/d/ec8DTzc Follow Mo's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mobunnell/

In this interview episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer chats with Dr. Rob Scanlon about his book, Surviving the Trail: Five Essential Skills to Prepare Every Hiker for Adventure's Most Common Perils. The discussion includes hiking safety tips from water safety to navigation to hydration and beyond, stories from Rob's adventures, and more. If you're planning on hitting the trail this summer, this is one you're going to want to listen to, for sure. Find Dr. Rob Scanlon's Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/dr_robscanlon/ Find his Surviving the Trail book here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1493090127

The advent of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) legislation has changed college sports profoundly. NIL now extends beyond the collegiate ranks to high school athletes and younger. While the financial stakes now in play for young athletes have had obvious impacts on the sports they play, what may be less obvious are the ramifications for Sports Medicine providers caring for these athletes. We welcome Dr. George Richard, MD from Rothman Orthopaedics Florida & Dr. Kevin Farmer, MD from University of Florida to discuss the changing landscape for those of us caring for youth athletes in this age of NIL.

A Giant Leap is a well researched analysis as to how Artificial Intelligence is being integrated into our healthcare system today. It also discusses the impact of a new technology on the doctor patient relationship . Overall an upbeat and positive outlook for integrating this new technology into our healthcare practices and culture.

What happens when a renowned toxicologist becomes a bestselling thriller writer? On this Big Blend Radio's "Getting to Know You" episode, we chat with BJ Magnani - Author  —Professor Emerita of Anatomic and Clinical Pathology at Tufts University School of Medicine, accomplished pathologist, toxicologist, and author of the acclaimed Dr. Lily Robinson suspense thriller series. From poison gardens and forensic toxicology to medical mysteries and the creative process behind crafting unforgettable suspense novels, BJ shares how decades of scientific expertise shaped her fiction. We also discuss the importance of science communication, mentoring women in STEM, fascinating natural toxins, dangerous plants, food safety, and why curiosity remains one of the greatest tools for both scientists and writers. Along the way, you'll get to know BJ beyond the lab and the page as she talks about her hobbies, bucket-list adventures, charitable work supporting women's health, and what's next—including exciting new writing projects. Learn more about Dr. BJ Magnani and her books: https://www.bjmagnani.com/  Coming August 2026: Dr. BJ Magnani and author Matt Cost will co-host Big Blend Radio's "Pets, Plots & Poisons" Podcast, airing every 3rd Thursday, celebrating mystery writing, animals, science, suspense, and all things delightfully dangerous. Watch for it on https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/     

Episode 135 - Join internationally recognised trauma researcher and author Dr. Ruth Lanius as she explores trauma, healing, staying with intense emotions and why remembering differs from re-living the past.Disclaimer: Please note that all information and content on the UK Health Radio Network, all its radio broadcasts and podcasts are provided by the authors, producers, presenters and companies themselves and is only intended as additional information to your general knowledge. As a service to our listeners/readers our programs/content are for general information and entertainment only.  The UK Health Radio Network does not recommend, endorse, or object to the views, products or topics expressed or discussed by show hosts or their guests, authors and interviewees.  We suggest you always consult with your own professional – personal, medical, financial or legal advisor. So please do not delay or disregard any professional – personal, medical, financial or legal advice received due to something you have heard or read on the UK Health Radio Network.

Join Professor Peter Nash from the Griffith University in Brisbane, and Dr Murat Torgutalp, from the Charité – Universitätsmedizin in Berlin, as they discuss his recent paper ‘Frequency and characteristics of axial involvement in psoriatic arthritis: Results from the International Multicentre AXIS Study'.

This next guest truly has an interesting book out that would fit our audience, not only because it falls into the horror “world”, but also because it fits into real world topics that the six films that the are discussed in this book. “Scream with Me” is a book by Dr. Elanor Johnson. Dr. Johnson has a B.A. from Yale University (2001) and Ph.D. from the University of California-Berkely (2009), and currently is one of the more popular professors at Columbia University. Hope everyone enjoys & possibly learns from the conversation with Dr. Elanor Johnson!(Thanks for  Thrillerdelphia Bookshop For Hosting Us To Tape This Conversation)ThrilladelphiaFB: https://www.facebook.com/ThrillerdelphiaEleanor JohnsonSubstack: https://eleanorshorrors.substack.com/Scream With Me: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1668087634?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback  Crazy Train RadioFacebook: facebook.com/realctradioInstagram:  @crazytrainradioX/Twitter:  @realctradioBlueSky:  @crazytrainradio.bsky.socialWebsite: crazytrainradio.usYouTube:  youtube.com/crazytrainradio

Author Dr. John D. Van Dyke joins Chanley Painter to revisit the 1932 kidnapping of Charles Lindbergh Jr., the 20-month-old son of America's most famous aviator.  From the homemade ladder and ransom notes to the massive investigation and the arrest of Bruno Richard Hauptmann, they examine the evidence, the groundbreaking forensic techniques, and the trial that became known as the "Crime of the Century." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As a pediatrician, I was not asking enough questions about my patients' periods. We ask when the last one was. We rarely go deeper than that. And after this conversation, I will never approach it the same way again. I sat down with my friend and colleague Dr. Natalie Crawford, reproductive endocrinologist, fertility specialist, and author of The Fertility Formula. Here is what I want every parent raising a girl to understand: the menstrual cycle is not just a monthly inconvenience. It is one of the most important windows into your daughter's hormonal health, her long-term fertility, and her overall wellbeing. And the symptoms we keep brushing off as "just puberty" or "just a bad period" are often the first clues to conditions that will matter deeply later in life. In this episode, we cover: Why the menstrual cycle is a vital sign and what that means for the girls in your life The warning signs parents and pediatricians too often dismiss as normal What a first period should actually look like, and when irregular cycles need to be taken seriously Hypothalamic amenorrhea: the condition linked to over-exercising, under-eating, and chronic stress that silently affects estrogen during some of the most critical years of development PCOS in teens: why it does not always look the way doctors expect, and why so many girls get missed Thyroid disease and how it shows up in the menstrual cycle before anything else Endometriosis in adolescents: when period pain is not normal and what to do about it Why birth control is sometimes the right treatment but not always the full answer How to advocate for your daughter when you feel dismissed at the doctor's office The referral path from pediatrician to OB to specialist, and when to push for more Connect with Dr. Natalie Crawford on Instagram @nataliecrawfordmd, visit her site https://www.nataliecrawfordmd.com/ and buy her new book: https://a.co/d/0byHPtzr Here is the revised list of 20 chapters, spaced out chronologically to cover the entire duration of the provided text for "Podcast Natalie Crawford Final.mp3.txt": 00:00:00 The Paternalistic History of Women's Health 00:01:19 Introducing Dr. Natalie Crawford & The Fertility Formula 00:02:56 The Stigma of Cycle Tracking and Menstrual Shame 00:04:53 Dr. Mona's Personal Battle with Secondary Infertility 00:06:00 Overcoming the Unknown and Paternalism in Medicine 00:08:11 Empowering Younger Women to Advocate for Their Bodies 00:10:27 Raising Children to Trust Their Physical Cues 00:11:32 Dr. Crawford's Personal Experience with Pregnancy Loss 00:13:13 Shifting Medical Research Toward Natural Fertility 00:16:33 Cultivating Fast Vulnerability in Doctor-Patient Bonds 00:18:15 The Ovarian Vault and the Biology of Puberty 00:20:25 The Brain-Ovary Dance: Follicular vs. Luteal Phases 00:21:59 Static on the Walkie-Talkie: Environmental Disruptors 00:23:40 Red Flags: School Refusal and Endometriosis Risk 00:26:03 Beyond the Basics: Upgrading Pediatric Screening Questions 00:30:11 Deep Dive into Hypothalamic Amenorrhea 00:33:14 The Metabolic Realities of Living with PCOS 00:41:43 The Diagnostic Criteria for PCOS and Clinical Workups 00:44:16 Thyroid Disease and Its Impact on Reproductive Hormones 00:48:15 Long-Term Health Risks Linked to Untreated Infertility Our podcasts are also now on YouTube. If you prefer a video podcast with closed captioning, check us out there and ⁠subscribe to PedsDocTalk⁠. Get trusted pediatric advice, relatable parenting insights, and evidence-based tips delivered straight to your inbox—join thousands of parents who rely on the PDT newsletter to stay informed, supported, and confident. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠! And don't forget to follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠@pedsdoctalkpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram—our new space just for parents looking for real talk and real support. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on the ⁠PedsDocTalk Podcast Sponsorships⁠ page of the website.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As a pediatrician, I was not asking enough questions about my patients' periods. We ask when the last one was. We rarely go deeper than that. And after this conversation, I will never approach it the same way again. I sat down with my friend and colleague Dr. Natalie Crawford, reproductive endocrinologist, fertility specialist, and author of The Fertility Formula. Here is what I want every parent raising a girl to understand: the menstrual cycle is not just a monthly inconvenience. It is one of the most important windows into your daughter's hormonal health, her long-term fertility, and her overall wellbeing. And the symptoms we keep brushing off as "just puberty" or "just a bad period" are often the first clues to conditions that will matter deeply later in life. In this episode, we cover: Why the menstrual cycle is a vital sign and what that means for the girls in your life The warning signs parents and pediatricians too often dismiss as normal What a first period should actually look like, and when irregular cycles need to be taken seriously Hypothalamic amenorrhea: the condition linked to over-exercising, under-eating, and chronic stress that silently affects estrogen during some of the most critical years of development PCOS in teens: why it does not always look the way doctors expect, and why so many girls get missed Thyroid disease and how it shows up in the menstrual cycle before anything else Endometriosis in adolescents: when period pain is not normal and what to do about it Why birth control is sometimes the right treatment but not always the full answer How to advocate for your daughter when you feel dismissed at the doctor's office The referral path from pediatrician to OB to specialist, and when to push for more Connect with Dr. Natalie Crawford on Instagram @nataliecrawfordmd, visit her site https://www.nataliecrawfordmd.com/ and buy her new book: https://a.co/d/0byHPtzr Here is the revised list of 20 chapters, spaced out chronologically to cover the entire duration of the provided text for "Podcast Natalie Crawford Final.mp3.txt": 00:00:00 The Paternalistic History of Women's Health 00:01:19 Introducing Dr. Natalie Crawford & The Fertility Formula 00:02:56 The Stigma of Cycle Tracking and Menstrual Shame 00:04:53 Dr. Mona's Personal Battle with Secondary Infertility 00:06:00 Overcoming the Unknown and Paternalism in Medicine 00:08:11 Empowering Younger Women to Advocate for Their Bodies 00:10:27 Raising Children to Trust Their Physical Cues 00:11:32 Dr. Crawford's Personal Experience with Pregnancy Loss 00:13:13 Shifting Medical Research Toward Natural Fertility 00:16:33 Cultivating Fast Vulnerability in Doctor-Patient Bonds 00:18:15 The Ovarian Vault and the Biology of Puberty 00:20:25 The Brain-Ovary Dance: Follicular vs. Luteal Phases 00:21:59 Static on the Walkie-Talkie: Environmental Disruptors 00:23:40 Red Flags: School Refusal and Endometriosis Risk 00:26:03 Beyond the Basics: Upgrading Pediatric Screening Questions 00:30:11 Deep Dive into Hypothalamic Amenorrhea 00:33:14 The Metabolic Realities of Living with PCOS 00:41:43 The Diagnostic Criteria for PCOS and Clinical Workups 00:44:16 Thyroid Disease and Its Impact on Reproductive Hormones 00:48:15 Long-Term Health Risks Linked to Untreated Infertility Our podcasts are also now on YouTube. If you prefer a video podcast with closed captioning, check us out there and ⁠subscribe to PedsDocTalk⁠. Get trusted pediatric advice, relatable parenting insights, and evidence-based tips delivered straight to your inbox—join thousands of parents who rely on the PDT newsletter to stay informed, supported, and confident. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠! Shop Dr. Mona's favorite products: ⁠https://shopmy.us/shop/pedsdoctalk⁠ (paid link) And don't forget to follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠@pedsdoctalkpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram—our new space just for parents looking for real talk and real support. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on the ⁠PedsDocTalk Podcast Sponsorships⁠ page of the website.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gerontologist and “Joyspan” author Dr. Kerry Burnight explains why aging deserves celebration—and how joy, meaning, and purpose deepen with time.

A federal whistleblower exposed DOGE's unauthorized data grab — and within hours of Elon Musk publicly targeting him, someone cut his brake lines. California's primary ballots are still being counted, and Donald Trump is already on Truth Social at 1 a.m. screaming fraud before a single race is called. An LAPD internal report just used a word you never want to see attached to police officers: gang. Hunter College Professor and Author Dr. Calvin John Smiley joins us to break it all down.

As the effects of climate change continue to grow and spread at an alarming rate, it can be easy to become overwhelmed. But as author Dr. Katharine Wilkinson documents and explains in her new book, “Climate Wayfinding: Healing Ourselves and the Planet We Call Home,” the keys to tackling and adapting to climate change are, despite the recent national policy reversals, there for individuals and communities to embrace — and fast becoming so obvious and cost-effective that no amount of cynical politics will likely be able to derail them. Recently, NC Newsline sat down with Dr. Wilkinson for a special extended conversation, to learn more. In Part One of our conversation, we discussed the vast and rapid changes that are altering our world for the worse as a result of climate change, as well as the fundamental need that people have for finding a way to chart a better path forward – one in which we come to terms with our collective and individual fears and worries and yet also are not paralyzed by them. In Part Two, we turned our attention to the fact that, whether our leaders acknowledge the climate crisis or not, as she puts it, “the Earth itself is making known the challenge at hand.” We also explored the encouraging fact that the combination of scientific advances and, in many instances, the profit motive, are driving an array of advances that have enormous positive potential to help rapidly end our addiction to fossil fuels and promote the kind of healing our planet so desperately needs. Click here to listen to the full interview with Dr. Katharine Wilkinson, author of “Climate Wayfinding: Healing Ourselves and the Planet We Call Home.”

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Lateral Extra-Articular Tenodesis (LET) has become an accepted adjunct to standard anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction to help provide additional rotational stability to the knee and lower the risk of re-tears. The classic situation to perform this surgery would be at the same time as an ACL reconstruction in a patient with a high degree of rotational instability or in a patient who has already had ACL surgery and re-torn. However, might there be a role for LET performed as a standalone procedure? A subset of patients following ACL surgery will have a knee that is very stable in the anterior-to-posterior (front-to-back) direction but continues to demonstrate some degree of rotational instability. Could an LET performed in isolation provide these patients with that additional rotational stability and thus lower their risk of another injury, or is that a crazy idea? Click here to read the article.

What if your team's biggest problem… ISN'T behavior? What if it's belief? Seriously. Because in this conversation, workplace culture expert Dr. Jessica Kriegel drops one of the most important leadership truths we've heard on DREAM THINK DO in a LONG time: "People act in alignment with their beliefs." BOOM. And once you hear her unpack that idea… you'll never think about leadership, accountability, workplace culture, or even your own behavior the same way again. Jessica is the Chief Strategy Officer at Culture Partners, former VP of Workplace Culture at Oracle, keynote speaker, podcast host, and co-author of the upcoming book Surrender to Lead. She's spent years helping organizations—from Fortune 100 companies to hospitals to manufacturing plants—transform culture from the inside out. But what makes this conversation so powerful isn't just the research… It's the honesty. Because Jessica doesn't just talk about culture. She talks about fear. Control. Burnout. Micromanagement. Faith. Surrender. And the exhausting pressure so many leaders quietly carry every single day. Including a moment where she made a radically transparent leadership decision during company-wide layoffs… and it completely changed the outcome. (Seriously… this story alone is worth the listen.) This episode is practical, deeply human, and packed with powerful insights on: Why most leaders are stuck in "The Action Trap" How fear quietly shapes workplace behavior And why surrender—not control—often leads to the BEST results If you've ever felt overwhelmed trying to lead people, influence culture, or carry responsibility well… this conversation is going to hit home. Read the full show notes here: https://mitchmatthews.com/453

What happens when faith, literacy, racial trauma, and liberation all collide in one powerful conversation?I recently sat down with New York native Dr. Yusuf Malik Frederick, author of the groundbreaking book I Love Islam but I'm Tired of Muslims: How Spiritual Abuse and Racial Trauma Intersect to Cause Psychological Distress Among African American Muslims.This wasn't just an interview. This was a necessary conversation.Dr. Frederick talked about the painful realities that led him to write a book that has so many people — especially within the Black Muslim community — reflecting, healing, and finally having conversations that have been silenced for far too long.But what made this discussion even more powerful was our conversation about literacy and access to information. We talked about how reading is more than a skill — it is a tool of empowerment. Literacy gives Black people the ability to think critically, challenge harmful systems, heal through knowledge, and reclaim our narratives.Throughout this thought-provoking episode, one message remained clear: literacy is deeply connected to liberation.If you care about faith, healing, education, Black empowerment, or the power of reading to transform lives, this is an episode you need to hear.Let's grow!Click the link to purchase Dr. Yusuf's book.Also follow him on Facebook and IG at Dr. Yusuf Malik Frederickwww.crescentwellnessfoundation.orgClick the link if you're looking for a pre-k-4th grade reading tutor https://abclearntutoring.com/Click the link to donate to ABC READhttps://abcread.org/https://www.amazon.com/H-R-Healed-Empowered-Resilient/dp/B0FCFJWP59/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1S51VDD2Z33P0&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.SL9bpHu07vumWhZcWDoWp6C1mGXe_0wIKpjqKHc7DnKta-En71ZgxgTCDWi3LiqR_9oo32Q6rpTQ-7iK5hF8q5iVn6s0R0tHP5klRWKVt7c.emIvzHJzKgkAb1srcu_VYhfodYZ76E_rM_xYYFmsBu0&dib_tag=se&keywords=h.e.r.+healed%2C+empowered+resilient+book&qid=1779246459&sprefix=%2Caps%2C114&sr=8-1

In this rich and honest conversation, Lantz Howard talks with longtime friend Dr. Matt Paden, co-author of the new USA Today bestselling book The Core. Matt shares the powerful story behind the book, his major life transitions over the past two years, and why great leadership is far more about who you are than what you can do.They explore ego vs. humility, the power of vulnerability, leading for the good of others, and how to navigate seasons of massive change in leadership, marriage, and family life.Character beats skills for long-term success. Skills get you the seat, but character keeps you there and sustains your influence.Ego out of control leads to destruction. The story of Haman vs. Mordecai in the Book of Esther shows that two people can have the exact same job — but completely different outcomes based on their character.Work for the good of your people. The best leaders focus on service over self-promotion. Ask: “Am I working for the good of the people I lead?”Vulnerability is strength, not weakness. Pretending to know everything breeds cynicism and toxicity. Admitting what you don't know builds trust and unleashes your team.Leadership is messy, complex, and often lonely. Don't try to do it alone — get a coach, build a trusted circle, and stay humble.Seasons of massive change are normal. Matt's transition from higher education executive to entrepreneur, author, and company founder shows that change, while hard, can lead to rich growth.Strengthen your core first. When your inner life (character, humility, self-awareness) is healthy, everything else — team performance, marriage, family, and influence — improves.Date nights and marriage rhythms still matter in busy seasons. Even high-achieving leaders must intentionally protect time with their spouse.Resources Mentioned:Buy the Book: The Core by Dr. Matt Paden & Dr. Ken Jones (USA Today Bestseller)Learn more about Great Days Leadership – Coaching and Consulting organizationSubscribe to the podcast: Bad Days Leadership Podcast --Learn more about coaching with Lantz Howard at www.lantzhoward.com

This discussion explores climate change through the lens of leadership, human behavior, and systems design, drawing on Dr. Katharine K. Wilkinson's experience across academia, consulting, and nonprofit leadership. Rather than revisiting scientific consensus, the conversation focuses on a more practical question: why progress remains uneven despite clear evidence and available solutions. A central theme is the structural disconnect between natural systems and modern economic models. As Wilkinson observes, "that is not how nature functions… everything in nature is cycles. There is no such thing as waste." Yet many industries continue to operate on linear, extractive models—creating tension between how systems work and how they are designed. Her experience in consulting reinforces that execution challenges are rarely technical alone. "Often they were about people… leadership and culture," with outcomes shaped by alignment, values, and clarity of purpose rather than strategy in isolation. The discussion also reframes climate as a broader systems risk. Wilkinson highlights that "we are actively outstripping seven of nine planetary boundaries," underscoring that the issue extends beyond emissions into the stability of core systems that support economic and social life. At the same time, there is a critical perception gap. "89% of people around the world want to see more climate action… it's just that they think they're in the minority." This misalignment between private concern and perceived consensus limits coordinated action, particularly within institutions. On engagement, the conversation challenges the assumption that more data drives change. "It is not a shortage of good, robust science… but it's now kind of wound up in people's identity." More effective entry points are often values, lived experiences, and areas of shared interest. Importantly, contribution does not require wholesale career shifts. Wilkinson emphasizes embedding action into existing decisions: "we don't need to be taking on whole new things… we can find footholds… woven right into our days," from capital allocation to operational choices. The concept of climate wayfinding anchors the discussion. Leadership in this context is less about certainty and more about navigation: "the future is not yet written… the future lives between us." Progress comes from moving from isolation to collective action, and from concern to contribution. Two broader principles emerge. First, relationships are foundational: "who we get to do it with… has everything to do with whether that work actually feels good." Second, better outcomes depend on better questions—recognizing that "the questions are companions… invitations into exploration and discovery." The result is a grounded perspective on addressing complex, system-level challenges—focused less on abstract solutions and more on how individuals and institutions can act within the realities they already inhabit. Get Dr. Katharine's new book, Climate Wayfinding, here: https://tinyurl.com/ypssavcn Claim your free gift: Free gift #1 McKinsey & BCG winning resume www.FIRMSconsulting.com/resumePDF Free gift #2 Breakthrough Decisions Guide with 25 AI Prompts www.FIRMSconsulting.com/decisions Free gift #3 Five Reasons Why People Ignore Somebody www.FIRMSconsulting.com/owntheroom Free gift #4 Access episode 1 from Build a Consulting Firm, Level 1 www.FIRMSconsulting.com/build Free gift #5 The Overall Approach used in well-managed strategy studies www.FIRMSconsulting.com/OverallApproach Free gift #6 Get a copy of Nine Leaders in Action, a book we co-authored with some of our clients: www.FIRMSconsulting.com/gift

Stories we're covering this week:• Michele Gooch Wins School Board Seat in Up-and-Down Battle• City Council Passes Civility Resolution Following Tense Exchange• Mansfield Woman Awaits Sentencing in Exploitation Case• Downtown Brewery Closes After Nine Years• Mansfield Mission Fundraiser Raises Over $2M for New Facility• In Sports… Timberview Track & Field headed to StateIn the Features Section:• Tourism Manager Tim Roberts joins us with the monthly Cultural Arts Calendar• Angel Biasatti talks about, when it comes to a stroke, how seconds can save lives in Methodist Mansfield News to Know• Brian Certain serves up a drink that will have you going to the store for strawberries and ginger in this week's Cocktail of the WeekIn the talk segment, Steve concludes his in-studio talk with Dr. Nicholas Michels, author of Rich By Choice. We are Mansfield's only source for news, talk and information. This is About Mansfield.

Today on the podcast I interview fellow academic coach, doctor, researcher, and now book author Dr. Kemi Doll. Her book A Terrible Strength is available TODAY! Listen to the incredible Dr. Doll deep dive into her writing practice, how she decided to write this book, and what it's like as an academic to  write and promote a popular press book.  Why This Book Matters (from https://kemidoll.com/book/) "There is a silence in medicine that has cost Black women their health, their dignity, and their lives. This book breaks that silence. Dr. Kemi Doll brings together her personal journey and her years of research to expose the hidden crisis of the Black womb. She speaks the truths many have lived but few have named." Go to https://kemidoll.com/book/ to order your copy today!  

Guest Host: Peter PonceStories we're covering this week:• Methodist Mansfield Scores Big at Awards Luncheon• Steve Get Us Caught Up on the City Council Meeting in A Moment With The Mayor• Road to Venus Expansion Proposal Open for Public Input• Music Alley Festival Returns to Downtown• Mansfield Philharmonic Announces Ambitious Season Finale• Historic Preservation Month Events Set in Mansfield• H-E-B Launches Drone Grocery Delivery in Mansfield• In Sports, North Texas SC Falls on the RoadIn the Features Section:• Angel Biasatti talks about a new initiative for newly pregnant moms in Methodist Mansfield News to Know• Brian Certain serves up a lingering drink that's warm and balanced in this week's Cocktail of the WeekIn the talk segment, Steve talks in-studio with Dr. Nicholas Michels, author of Rich By Choice. We are Mansfield's only source for news, talk and information. This is About Mansfield.

What should a neurologist do when a routine MRI for migraine reveals incidental white matter lesions that look remarkably like Multiple Sclerosis (MS), despite the patient having no neurological symptoms? The Editors' Choice paper for the April 2026 issue of Practical Neurology is a practical guide to the clinical diagnosis and management of radiologically isolated syndrome (RIS). Author Dr. Audrey Reynolds¹ joins PN podcast editor Dr. Amy Ross Russell to discuss her work on how updated diagnostic criteria and advanced imaging markers now enable a more proactive, biological approach to the disease. Their discussion highlights the importance of risk stratification - using tools like CSF analysis and spinal imaging - to identify those most likely to benefit from early intervention with disease-modifying therapies. They also examine the delicate balance between preventing future disability and avoiding misdiagnosis in this rapidly evolving area of neurology. Read the paper: Radiologically isolated syndrome: a practical guide. (1) St Vincent's University Hospital, Dublin; University College Dublin, Ireland Please subscribe to the Practical Neurology podcast on your favourite platform to get the latest episodes. If you enjoy our podcast, you can leave us a review or a comment on Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/3vVPClm) or Spotify (https://spoti.fi/4baxjsQ). We'd love to hear your feedback on social media - @PracticalNeurol. This episode was hosted by PN's podcast editor Dr. Amy Ross Russell. Production by Amy Ross Russell and  Brian O'Toole. Editing by Brian O'Toole. Thank you for listening.

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The importance of the mind-body connection in Sports Medicine is well-established and continues to be a hot topic of study and conversation. This connection between psychological and physical is especially noted with ACL injuries, surgery, and rehabilitation. Dr. Brian M. Devitt, MD, PhD from UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic in Dublin, Ireland joins us to discuss his team's work examining psychological readiness and return to play rates in elite versus nonelite athletes. One might assume that the elite athlete, perhaps with more personal athletic identity and rehab resources would outperform the nonelite athlete, but does that actually play out?

Dr. Kate Lund has spent much of her career as a psychologist studying children and parenting.  She's distilled much of what she's learned in her most recent book, Step Away: The Keys to Resilient Parenting.  In this episode, she describes who she persevered during her own childhood challenges and offers great advice for how we can all remain resilient during these difficult times.    Chapters: 00:00 Overcoming Childhood Challenges  Dr. Kate Lund, a clinical psychologist and author, shares her personal journey of growing up with hydrocephalus, including multiple surgeries and feeling different from her peers. Despite these difficulties, her family's support and their focus on 'what you can do' fostered an early sense of optimism and resilience within her.  03:32 Optimism and Parental Influence  Dr. Lund discusses whether optimism is innate or learned, attributing her own glass-half-full perspective to her upbringing and her parents' positive attitudes. She shares a touching anecdote about her father, who, despite battling Parkinson's disease, taught her the importance of participation over perfection.  09:02 Journey to Psychology and Career Shift  Kate reflects on her early interest in people and medical situations, which eventually led her to pursue psychology in college. After a White House internship, she realized that the fast-paced media world was not for her, solidifying her path toward a career in psychology where she could truly flourish.  11:58 The Pillars of Resilient Children  Dr. Lund explains how her focus on parenting and resilience originated from her fellowship at Schreiner's Hospital, where she studied the impact of serious medical situations on children and their parents. She introduces her 'seven pillars of the resilient child,' emphasizing resilience as a foundational lifestyle for overall well-being.  15:00 Creating Optimism in Kids  Discussing the societal trend of 'bubble wrapping' children, Dr. Lund advocates for building resilience to empower kids from the inside out. She emphasizes creating optimism by intentionally focusing on daily positive experiences, a practice she believes helps shift perspectives from negative self-talk to a more positive outlook.  19:22 Social Media's Impact on Parenting  Dr. Lund addresses the significant impact of social media on parenting and children's well-being, particularly in exacerbating comparison and anxiety, using the college admissions process as an example. She stresses the importance of teaching children to understand their unique context and the curated reality often presented on social platforms.  25:49 Resilient Parenting and Authenticity  Dr. Lund introduces her book, 'Step Away,' which focuses on parents creating space for their own well-being to better support their families. She discusses developing a resilient mindset by managing stress responses and fostering authentic human connections with children, emphasizing the importance of sharing personal challenges in a developmentally appropriate way.  33:40 Grit, Perseverance, and Letting Kids Learn  Dr. Lund acknowledges the importance of grit, as popularized by Angela Duckworth, as a crucial component of resilience. She discusses the tough parental dilemma of when to intervene versus when to let children face consequences to foster learning and self-advocacy.  38:50 Fostering Optimism and Future Projects  Dr. Lund reiterates the importance of the 'daily wins' exercise and helping children see possibilities beyond challenges to build lasting optimism. She concludes by discussing her new podcast, 'Resilient Parenting with Dr. Kate,' which complements her latest book and offers insights for parents. 

What if grief isn't something to fix… but a process to honour?And what if the pain of loss is inseparable from the depth of your love?In this deeply moving episode of Love Purpose Connection, Estelle is joined by Counselling Psychologist and Author Dr. Chloe to explore the many faces of grief. From bereavement and miscarriage to divorce, sudden loss and the quiet, invisible griefs that so often go unseen.Drawing on over 20 years of clinical experience, and her book The Loss Prescription, Dr. Chloe shares why grief is not a series of neat stages to “complete,” but an ongoing internal recalibration of the heart, brain and body.Together, Estelle and Dr. Chloe explore what happens when the fabric of your life changes overnight, and how we gently learn to live with absence.In this episode we cover: ✨ Why grief isn't something you “get over”✨ The myth of the five stages of grief✨ How loss rewires the brain and floods the nervous system✨ Traumatic grief and sudden, untimely loss✨ Miscarriage, divorce and the many forms grief can take✨ The connection between heartbreak, cortisol and the physical body✨ Self-compassion as the foundation for healing✨ The intelligence of the heart and neurocardiologyThis is a conversation about surrender. About allowing yourself to be changed. About understanding that when you lose someone or something woven into the fabric of your life, you cannot remain the same and that this is not weakness, but humanity.A tender, wise reminder that grief is the sister of love. And that even in the darkest seasons, there is a way through.Subscribe for more heartfelt conversations in 2026!Learn more about Dr Chloe Paidoussis-MitchellDr Chloe's Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, we listen to an edited recording of a conversation between former director of Adelaide Writers' Week, Louise Adler, and Palestinian Australian author Dr Randa Abdel-Fattah. The pair discuss Abdel-Fattah's latest novel, Discipline and the cost of speaking out, as part of Constellations/Not Writers' Week, presented by the Australian Friends of Palestine Association (AFOPA) on March 1, 2026, at Adelaide Town Hall.

We have one of our favorites on the pod today! Dr. Laura Sanger is a clinical psychologist, theologian, and author of incredible books such as The Roots of the Federal Reserve, Generation Hoodwinked, and Giant Slayers. She is also a recurring guest on one of our favorite podcasts, Blurry Creatures. She epitomizes Proverbs 31:26!Go check out Dr. Laura's website for more information on her ministry and to purchase her books! https://nolongerenslaved.com/And listen to our favorite Blurry Creatures episode featuring Dr. Laura here! Sisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by the Minister of Funk and husband of the year, Bradley Knight, can be found here. You can find Holly's book Stubborn Obedience on Amazon! Please like, subscribe, and share this episode with your friends and follow us on Instagram! We are so grateful for you, sister, and are cheering you on as you wield your sword.@sisterswithswords@heyhollyknight@janiejoburkett

Author Dr. Liane Davey joins Lisa Dent to discuss how vacations may not be the relaxation that we think they are. Dr. Davey breaks down “thoughtload,” the source of stress even when we step away from our workstations thinking about upcoming work meetings, news, chores around the house, and more. The cognitive load that these […]

Today, I'm joined by Erin Ryan, my producer, for a special follow-up episode where we tackle your most pressing questions about bioregulators and peptides. After the wildly popular Bill Lawrence interview, the Longevity Podcast community sent in a wave of thoughtful queries—from cancer concerns to menopause, sourcing, and practical tips. Click Here for list of BIOREGULATOR NAMES   Books mentioned in this episode: The Peptide Bioregulator Revolution (Great primer on bioregulators) Author: Dr. Marios Kyriazis Peptides and the Epigenetic Control of Aging  (Technical, science-heavy) Author: PhD Vladimir Khavinson, MD, PharmaB Phil Micans, MS, PhD Alexander Maryanovich, MD    Episode Timestamps: Welcome and sponsor introduction ... 00:00:00 Autophagy and Primadene ... 00:00:44 Bioregulator basics and liver support ... 00:01:58 Cancer and telomere lengthening peptides ... 00:05:56 Bioregulators and cancer: caution advised ... 00:08:06 Immune bioregulators and cancer recovery ... 00:12:31 Book reference: "Peptide Bioregulator Revolution" ... 00:13:54 Bioregulators for immune support ... 00:14:44 When not to use bioregulators ... 00:16:56 Menopause, ovarian aging, and bioregulators ... 00:17:47 Clinical outcomes in women ... 00:23:57 GLP-1s and bioregulator absorption ... 00:27:01 Preventative strategies by age ... 00:28:57 Epitalon safety and dosing ... 00:33:18 Bioregulator sourcing and access ... 00:35:41 Amazon caution for supplements ... 00:38:01 Emerging science and trusted brands ... 00:40:03 Social media challenges and newsletter ... 00:44:30   Our Amazing Sponsors: Primeadine by Oxford Healthspan — A food-derived spermidine supplement that supports autophagy and cellular renewal without fasting, made from Japanese wheat germ with clean, rigorously tested ingredients (including a gluten-free option); visit oxfordhealthspan.com/BIONAT20 and use code BIONAT20 at checkout.   Nature's Marvels Bioregulators - provide gentle, organ-specific support — and the Liver Bioregulator is a favorite this season for supporting detox pathways and metabolic flow. Head to profound-health.com and use code NAT15 for 15% off your first order.   http://www.profound-health.com/?Aff=Longevity15   O₃RACLE by Wizard Sciences — A daily ozonated oil capsule designed to support immune balance, cellular communication, and antioxidant production without clinics, machines, or complicated routines; learn more at wizardsciences.com and use code NAT15 for 15% off.   Nat's Links:  YouTube Channel Join My Membership Community Sign up for My Newsletter  Instagram  Dr. Bill Lawrence Episode

Rob Fredette interviews Dr. C.V. Pratt, a retired U.S. Air Force colonel turned treasure hunter and author, about blending deep historical research with modern tools to locate America's lost and hidden treasures. They discuss notable cases—from a stranded Spanish galleon and Revolutionary War gold to Civil War caches and outlaw hoards—Pratt's 90% Rule methodology for planning and research, and practical tips on legal and technical considerations for recovery. C.V. can be found @  YOUTUBE @cxvprattbooks INSTAGRAM: c.v. pratt WEBSITE:    cvpratt.com

Author Dr. Carrie Gress joins Trending with Timmerie: Episode Guide How the 3 commandments of feminism directly dismantle our belief in God (2:02) Leaving Feminism: Why Many Women Are Rethinking the Ideology (20:56) “They Lied To Us About Having It All, And It's Costing Us Our Children” (39:31) Resources mentioned: Carrie Gress’ book, “Something Wicked: Why Feminism Can’t be Fused with Christianity”: https://sophiainstitute.com/product/something-wicked/ More Carrie Gress books: https://theologyofhome.com/collections/books Psychology of mom’s presence for a child https://relevantradio.com/2023/03/psychology-of-moms-presence-for-a-child/ Book: Being There: Why Prioritizing Motherhood in the First Three Years Matters https://www.amazon.com/Being-There-Prioritizing-Motherhood-Matters/dp/0143109294 How to be present with your child – Episode with Erica Komisar https://open.spotify.com/episode/067IsYrgdCm7dZ8rdvXaMv Reducing anxiety for children – Erica Komisar https://relevantradio.com/2022/11/reducing-anxiety-in-children-the-advent-wreath/

Are ovulation predictor kits enough to time intercourse? Can an app really tell you when you're fertile? And what if your body has been giving you the answers all along?  In this episode of Brave & Curious, Dr. Lora Shahine is talking to fertility awareness pioneer Dr.  Are ovulation predictor kits enough to time intercourse? Can an app really tell you when you're fertile? And what if your body has been giving you the answers all along?  In this episode of Brave & Curious, Dr. Lora Shahine is talking to fertility awareness pioneer Toni Weschler, author of Taking Charge of Your Fertility, and her niece, software engineer, Sabrina Nowicki. These three women explore how women can confidently track ovulation, understand cervical fluid, and take charge of their reproductive health with both education and technology. Toni Weschler shares the powerful origin story behind her decades of paper charting and why she once resisted fertility apps altogether. She believed that a thermometer, a pen, and knowledge of your own body were enough.  Sabrina explains how that philosophy evolved into Cyclisity, an educational cycle tracking app designed as the perfect companion to the book. Unlike predictive period apps that rely on algorithms and "average" 28-day cycles, Cyclisity follows the sympto-thermal method exactly as taught in Toni's work. It will finally make sense why basal body temperature confirms ovulation but doesn't predict it, how cervical fluid signals approaching fertility, why ovulation predictor kits can miss critical timing, and how improper app use can delay fertility diagnosis or lead to unintended pregnancy.  This conversation is a masterclass in reproductive education and body literacy while blending science, privacy, and modern technology. In this episode you'll hear: [0:39] Meet the guests: Author Toni Weschler and Sabrina Nowicki [2:36] Why track your cycle? [4:03] Understanding ovulation and health [6:49] Sabrina's personal journey [10:29] Toni's period story [13:10] The push for technology [14:52] Early software resistance [18:35] The perfect team forms [22:03] Creating Cyclisity [27:07] Using book and app together [31:41] Temperature vs cervical fluid [32:53] Checking cervical fluid Resources mentioned:  cyclisity.com tcoyf.com @cyclisity on IG @cyclisityapp on TikTok @wanderingsabrina on IG | on TikTok Ep 50 Over 25 Years of Taking Charge of Your Fertility with Author Toni Weschler Dr. Shahine's Weekly Newsletter on Fertility News and Recommendations Follow @drlorashahine Instagram | YouTube | Tiktok | Her Books  

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What's the secret to longevity? Is it really okay to eat ice cream? What do you mean I shouldn't retire? These two experts weigh in from our event at the CORE Club last week.Purchase on Bookshop:Eat Your Ice Cream: https://bit.ly/4r63VLFThe New Rules of Women's Health: https://bit.ly/4bHLgkQShare, rate, & review the podcast, and follow Zibby on Instagram @zibbyowens!** Check out the Z.I.P. membership program—Zibby's Important People! As a Z.I.P., you'll get exclusive essays, special author access, discounts at Zibby's Bookshop, and more. Head to zibbyowens.com to subscribe or upgrade and become a Z.I.P. today!** Follow @totallybookedwithzibby on Instagram for more about today's episode. (Music by Morning Moon Music. Sound editing by TexturesSound. To inquire about advertising, please contact allie.gallo@acast.com.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.