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What if getting older didn't have to mean slowing down?At 84, Vesanto Melina, MS, Registered Dietitian, is living proof that our later years can still be active, productive and full of purpose. She's still writing books, speaking, counseling clients and hitting the gym for five fitness classes a week. And she has decades of science and experience behind what she teaches.Vesanto is the author or co-author of 15 books on plant-based nutrition, including books recognized by the American Library Association as go-to resources in the field. Her latest, Plant-Powered Seniors, was written with Brenda Davis, RD and Dr. Charlyn Black. She also co-authored the #1 Amazon bestseller Plant-Powered Protein. Vesanto has taught nutrition at Bastyr University and the University of British Columbia, received both the Ryley-Jeffs Memorial Award and a lifetime achievement award as a dietitian and served as lead author of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics' position paper on vegetarian diets across the life cycle.In this episode of NHA Today, Dr. Stephan Esser talks with Vesanto about what she's learned from more than three decades of vegan living and a lifetime spent studying nutrition. They dig into why she now emphasizes a well-planned plant-based diet, why legumes deserve a bigger place on our plates and the nutrients that become especially important as we age, including protein, calcium, vitamin D and omega-3s.They also explore the other side of healthy aging: staying strong and independent. Vesanto shares how exercise supports bone health, balance and fall prevention, why small changes can make a meaningful difference and why it's never too late to improve the way you eat and live.Whether you're already in your 70s or 80s or thinking about the health you want decades from now, this conversation offers a different vision of aging and practical ways to stay strong, active and engaged for the years ahead.Links and ResourcesOrder Plant-Powered Seniors:https://plant-poweredprotein.com/Learn more about Vesanto Melina:https://nutrispeak.com/Follow Dr. Esser on Instagram:@esserhealthNHA Today on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@nationalhealthassociationNational Health Association:https://www.healthscience.org/
Small Changes, Big Results: Taking Control of Your Health with Dr. Jeffrey PierceBetter health doesn't require waiting for the perfect time or changing everything overnight. Sometimes it starts with one better choice today.In this episode of the NHA Today Podcast, Dr. Stephan Esser talks with board-certified family and lifestyle medicine physician Dr. Jeffrey Pierce about the power of small, consistent changes and how much influence our everyday habits can have on our long-term health.Drawing on more than 18 years of experience in family medicine, Dr. Pierce shares how his approach to patient care evolved beyond simply managing chronic disease with medications to helping people address its underlying causes through lifestyle.The conversation takes a closer look at fatty liver disease, a condition Dr. Pierce says affects an estimated one in three American adults. He explains why fat can accumulate in the liver, how the condition is often discovered and four lifestyle approaches that may help improve it, including healthy weight loss, a low-fat whole food, plant-based diet, regular movement and certain approaches to meal timing and fasting.Dr. Esser and Dr. Pierce also discuss the growing interest in testosterone replacement, what the research says about potential benefits and risks and why nutrition, exercise, sleep and overall metabolic health deserve attention before looking for a quick fix.Finally, Dr. Pierce shares one of his own favorite prescriptions for health: gardening. For him, growing food brings together movement, nutritious food and time to slow down and reconnect.The message throughout the conversation is refreshingly simple: don't wait for the perfect day. Start with what you can do today and build from there.In This EpisodeWhat Dr. Pierce learned about health and nutrition from practicing medicine in the U.S. and abroadWhy lifestyle can have such a powerful influence on chronic diseaseWhat fatty liver disease is and why it deserves more attentionFour lifestyle approaches that may help improve fatty liverWhat to consider before pursuing testosterone replacementHow sleep and other lifestyle factors can affect hormonal healthWhy small changes can be more sustainable than waiting to make one dramatic transformationHow gardening can support physical, nutritional and emotional well-beingConnect with Dr. Jeffrey PierceBook an appointment with Dr. Pierce through Lifestyle Telemedicine:https://lifestyletelemedicine.com/find-your-doctor/jeffrey-pierce/Follow Dr. Pierce on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/drjeffpierce/Connect with the National Health AssociationJoin the National Health Association:https://membership.healthscience.org/join-membership?Learn more about the NHA:https://healthscience.orgExplore upcoming NHA events:https://healthscience.org/events/If this conversation inspired you, follow the NHA Today Podcast, leave a review and share this episode with someone who might be waiting for the "perfect" time to make a healthy change. Sometimes the best time to begin is simply today.
Plant-Based Travel: Safari Adventures, Incredible Food and the Trip of a LifetimeExplore the world without leaving your healthy lifestyle behind. In this episode of NHA Today, Dr. Stephan Esser sits down with Wanda Huberman of the National Health Association and Brighde Reed of World Vegan Travel to explore the NHA's upcoming whole-food, plant-based travel adventures.From getting remarkably close to lions, elephants, hippos and giraffes on safari in Botswana to trekking to see mountain gorillas and chimpanzees in Rwanda, Wanda and Brighde share what makes these trips unforgettable. They also reveal what travelers can expect from the food, including abundant whole-food, plant-based, SOS-free meals, and why these small-group adventures can be a great option even for solo travelers.Plus, hear what's ahead for NHA Plant-Based Travel, including upcoming adventures in Botswana, Rwanda, France and Tuscany.Links and ResourcesNHA Plant-Based Travel: https://www.healthscience.org/plant-based-travel/Follow Dr. Esser on Instagram: @esserhealthNHA Today on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nationalhealthassociation
Host Scott Rettberg speaks with Aarhus University Associate Professor Christian Ulrik Andersen about autonomous AI imaging and his co-authored book, Objects of Interest and Necessity. They examine how fringe user communities, micro-models, and platforms like Civitai, AI Horde, and Hugging Face challenge big-tech dominance in generative AI. The conversation also delves into "minor tech" strategies, alternative infrastructures, and the role of digital art in rethinking our political and cultural relationship to technology.References Andersen, C. U., & Cox, G. (2017). The Metainterface: The Art ofPlatforms Cities and Clouds. MIT Press.https://mitpress.mit.edu/9780262038133/the-metainterface/Andersen,C. U., Milev, N., & Velasco, P. (2024). Objects of Interest and Necessity:A Tour Guide to Autonomous AI Imaging. Digital Aesthetics Research Center /Centre for Advanced Visualization and Interaction (CAVI).https://darc.au.dk/publications/darc-booksDeleuze,G., & Guattari, F. (1986). Kafka: Toward a Minor Literature (D. Polan, Trans.).University of Minnesota Press.https://www.upress.umn.edu/9780816615155/kafka/LAION(Large-scale AI Open Network). (2021). Open-Source Datasets and MachineLearning Infrastructure. LAION.https://laion.ai/Marx,L. U.(2020). The Small File Media Festival. Simon Fraser University Schoolfor the Contemporary Arts.https://smallfile.ca/Pamuk,O. (2012). TheMuseum of Innocence. Vintage Books.https://www.orhanpamuk.net/book.aspx?id=96&lng=engRombach, R., Blattmann, A., Lorenz, D., Esser, P.,& Ommer, B. (2022). High-Resolution Image Synthesis with Latent Diffusion Models. Proceedings of the IEEE/CVFConference on Computer Vision and Pattern Recognition (CVPR), 10684–10695.https://arxiv.org/abs/2112.10752
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Du kennst sie als Iris vom Esser. Und ja, da ist ihre unvergleichliche Lebendigkeit. Doch das, was Du spürst, wenn Du bei Iris zu Gast bist, ist so unglaublich viel mehr. Iris berührt Dich durch ihre Wärme. Und natürlich ist Iris Giessauf die urige, heimatverbundene steirische Weinfachfrau. Aber sie trägt ihre Herkunft nicht wie ein Etikett vor sich her – sie lebt sie. In ihrer Sprache, ihrem Humor, ihrer Gelassenheit, ihrer Gastfreundschaft und in der Art, wie sie einem Glas Wein begegnet. Nein, eigentlich begegnet Iris den Weinen nicht – sie spürt sie. Und somit ist das Gasthaus Esser nicht mehr und nicht weniger als ein synergetischer Kreisschluss zwischen dem Wein, Dir und der Iris aus der Steiermark, in der Weinberge nicht bloß Rebstöcke sind, sondern Familiengeschichten erzählen. Wo Nebel morgens langsam aus den Tälern steigt, die Sonne die Hügel vergoldet und jede Jahreszeit ihren ganz eigenen Duft besitzt. Und damit eine Herzlichkeit, die nicht aufdringlich ist. Mit einer Lebensfreude, die dort beginnt, wo sie viele Menschen längst vergessen haben. Man sagt den Steirern nach, sie seien herzlich, humorvoll, fleißig, naturverbunden und ein wenig eigensinnig. Bei ihr trifft all das zu. Sie diskutiert leidenschaftlich, aber nie verletzend. Sie lacht laut und ehrlich. Und wenn sie lacht, lacht meist der ganze Tisch, ach was, das ganze Lokal mit. Darüber hinaus – und das verspreche ich Dir – spürst Du vom ersten Moment im Podcast, dass sie diese seltene Gabe besitzt, Menschen das Gefühl zu geben, genau dort richtig zu sein, wo sie gerade sitzen. In ihrem Gasthaus ist Wein kein Statussymbol. Es ist wie zu Hause, und dort gehört er auf den Tisch wie gutes Brot, ein ehrliches Gespräch und Zeit. Dabei besitzt sie einen trockenen Humor, wie man ihn in der Steiermark oft erlebt. Nie laut, nie verletzend, sondern augenzwinkernd. Vinophile Gastfreundschaft bedeutet für sie Aufmerksamkeit. Sie erinnert sich an Lieblingsweine, an kleine Vorlieben und an Geschichten, die Gäste vor Monaten beiläufig erzählt haben. Sie besitzt ein feines Gespür für Menschen. Noch bevor ein Gast ausgesprochen hat, was er sucht, hat sie oft schon verstanden, was ihm gefallen könnte. Nicht, weil sie Gedanken lesen kann, sondern weil sie aufmerksam beobachtet. Sie ist eine der wenigen Weinfachfrauen, die gezielt für einzelne, bestimmte Gäste Weine einkauft oder von einem Wein, der sie besonders begeistert hat, eine zweite Flasche zurückbehält. Wo sonst findet man diese unglaubliche Gastfreundschaft? Und auch wer sich unsicher fühlt, wird von ihr nicht belehrt, sondern abgeholt. Wer zum ersten Mal einen Muskateller, einen Sauvignon Blanc oder einen Welschriesling probiert, erlebt keinen Vortrag über Thiolverbindungen, sondern hört vielleicht den Satz: „Schließ einmal die Augen und sag mir, woran Dich dieser Duft erinnert.“ Plötzlich wird Wein greifbar, verständlich und persönlich. Wie die Iris es einfach ist.
Ganz im Geiste des klassischen Kabaretts widmen sich Franz Esser und Michael Sailer den Ereignissen des letzten Monats: Was ist passiert? Und was ist dazu zu sagen? Das ist oft frappierend - und manchmal auch zum Lachen. ... und jetzt sogar zum Nachlesen. Der satirische Jahresrückblick "Vier Wochen Wahnsinn" für 2025 ist da. Zu bestellen unter: www.thomaskubo.de/buch/52-wochen-wahnsinn-2025/ www.radiomuenchen.net/ @radiomuenchen www.facebook.com/radiomuenchen www.instagram.com/radio_muenchen/ twitter.com/RadioMuenchen https://odysee.com/@RadioMuenchen.net:9 https://rumble.com/user/RadioMunchen Radio München ist eine gemeinnützige Unternehmung. Wir freuen uns, wenn Sie unsere Arbeit unterstützen. GLS-Bank IBAN: DE65 4306 0967 8217 9867 00 BIC: GENODEM1GLS Bitcoin (BTC): bc1qqkrzed5vuvl82dggsyjgcjteylq5l58sz4s927 Spenden mit Lightning: rm@pareto.town
Type 2 diabetes has become one of the most common chronic diseases in the world, but research continues to show that lifestyle can play a powerful role in preventing and even reversing the disease.In this solo episode of the NHA Today Podcast, Dr. Stephan Esser explores the science behind insulin resistance and shares five evidence-based lifestyle strategies that have been shown to dramatically reduce diabetes risk and improve blood sugar control. You'll learn why excess body fat, inflammation, nutrition and physical activity all play critical roles in metabolic health, and how small daily changes can lead to meaningful long-term results.Resources
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Wo läßt es sich trefflicher plaudern als am Küchentisch. Es muß ja nicht unbedingt der eigene sein. Hauptsache, es sitzen vergnügte Menschen reinen Herzens daran, wie zum Beispiel die Herren Helmut Schleich und Franz Esser. www.radiomuenchen.net/ @radiomuenchen www.facebook.com/radiomuenchen www.instagram.com/radio_muenchen/ twitter.com/RadioMuenchen odysee.com/@RadioMuenchen.net:9 rumble.com/user/RadioMunchen Radio München ist eine gemeinnützige Unternehmung. Wir freuen uns, wenn Sie unsere Arbeit unterstützen. GLS-Bank IBAN: DE65 4306 0967 8217 9867 00 BIC: GENODEM1GLS Bitcoin (BTC): bc1qqkrzed5vuvl82dggsyjgcjteylq5l58sz4s927 Spenden mit Lightning: rm@pareto.town
What happens when the worst moment of your health journey becomes the foundation of your life's purpose?For Anthony Masiello, it started with a letter that told him his body was a bad bet. It ended with an organization helping thousands of people transform their health.In this episode of NHA Today, Dr. Stephan Esser sits down with Anthony Masiello, founder of Lifestyle Telemedicine, former NIH and Novartis healthcare tech executive, and a man who lost 160 pounds over 20 months through lifestyle medicine alone, for one of the most inspiring personal transformation conversations the show has had.Anthony's story is remarkable not just for the weight he lost but for who he became on the other side. From introvert to extrovert. From fear-driven to purpose-driven. From a data scientist who helped build systems that managed disease to a founder whose organization is helping thousands of people escape it altogether.In this conversation you will learn:The moment a life insurance denial became the turning point that saved his lifeHow he switched from trying to lose weight to trying to get health and why that changed everythingHow he lost 35 pounds in his first 8 weeks and 160 pounds over 20 monthsWhat G-BOMBS are and how they became the foundation of his recoveryHow his doctor took him off blood pressure medication before he finished losing the weightWhat it feels like to break through limitations you had accepted as permanentHow health transformed his confidence, his identity, and his sense of purposeWhy he stopped comparing himself to others and only compares himself to his worstWhat Lifestyle Telemedicine does and how it is making lifestyle medicine accessibleWhy every time someone searches for how to get healthy they are casting a vote for change────────────────────────────────────────ABOUT ANTHONY MASIELLO────────────────────────────────────────Anthony Masiello is the founder of Lifestyle Telemedicine, a healthcare organization making lifestyle medicine accessible nationwide through telemedicine. A former NIH human genome project researcher and Novartis Pharmaceuticals technology executive, Anthony lost 160 pounds through lifestyle medicine in 2006 after being denied a life insurance policy at 33. He has since run marathons, hiked mountains, and built an organization dedicated to helping others do the same.────────────────────────────────────────LINKS AND RESOURCES────────────────────────────────────────Full episode and show notes: NHA Today on YouTubeSubscribeLifestyle Telemedicine: https://lifestyletelemedicine.comLifestyle Telemedicine on InstagramAnthony Masiello on LinkedInFollow Dr. Esser on Instagram
On January 2nd, 2018, Christa Barfield read an email from her boss, sent back a resignation reply, and gave three weeks notice. Three weeks later she was on a plane to Martinique, alone, for the first time out of the country - turning 30 and looking for what came next. What she found was a family of Black farmers running a CSA. She had never farmed before. She has not stopped since.In this episode of NHA Today, Dr. Stephan Esser sits down with Christa Barfield, founder of Farmer Jawn, a 128-acre regenerative organic farm operation across three Pennsylvania counties, that has grown from 10 CSA families to a 100-person waitlist, two retail farm stores, and a new food-is-medicine corner store concept launching in the most medically underserved neighborhood in Philadelphia.Christa's work sits at the intersection of food access, food equity, health, and community. Her slogan: agriculture is the culture. Her mission: make the small farmer the center of the health system. Her next project: Corner Jawn.In this conversation you will learn:The moment Christa quit her healthcare job, booked a solo trip to Martinique, and found farmingWhat a CSA is and why the model works for urban food accessWhat sustainability actually means and why it cannot exist without profitabilityWhy Christa calls agriculture a communal sport and how community fills her back upThe Corner Jawn concept: a food-is-medicine corner store in a Philadelphia food desertWhy she charters a school bus every Saturday to bring city residents to her farmThe ancestral connection she feels putting her hands in soil as a Black farmerWhat the Farmer Jawn formula is and why she is bringing it to the NHA ConferenceHow to grow food even if all you have is a glass of water and some scallions────────────────────────────────────────LINKS AND RESOURCES────────────────────────────────────────Full episode and show notes: NHA Today on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgXfvjZj34HbsD3-47eEC2kjBWeIvNhHlSubscribe: https://www.healthscience.org/podcast/NHA Conference recordings (catch Christa's talk): https://checkout.healthscience.org/2026-nha-conferenceFarmer Jawn website: https://www.farmerjawn.coFarmer Jawn on Instagram: @FarmerJawn_Follow Dr. Esser on Instagram: @EsserHealth
Paul Ronzheimer spricht mit dem langjährigen ZEIT-Verleger Rainer Esser über das schwindende Vertrauen in Medien, Fehler der Berichterstattung und die Zukunft des Journalismus.
Ganz im Geiste des klassischen Kabaretts widmen sich Franz Esser und Michael Sailer den Ereignissen des letzten Monats: Was ist passiert? Und was ist dazu zu sagen? Das ist oft frappierend - und manchmal auch zum Lachen. ... und jetzt sogar zum Nachlesen. Der satirische Jahresrückblick "Vier Wochen Wahnsinn" für 2025 ist da. Zu bestellen unter: www.thomaskubo.de/buch/52-wochen-wahnsinn-2025/
In their mid-fifties, Jason and Deborah DeSalvo left suburban life behind, bought a 43-acre farm in New Jersey, and started growing their own food. They also went completely WFPB SOS-free. Neither of them had ever farmed before.In this episode of NHA Today, Dr. Stephan Esser sits down with Jason DeSalvo, co-owner of Cold Brook Farm - a regenerative certified organic farm in Western New Jersey whose grains have been selected by culinary luminary Dan Barber and served at Michelin-starred restaurants. Jason shares what six years of regenerative farming has taught him about soil, food, health, and the surprising truth about grains.Jason and Deborah will be presenting Whole Grains: Myths vs. Reality at the NHA Annual Conference, June 25 to 28, 2026 - a full hour deep dive into the science and the story behind the grain they grow.In this conversation you will learn:What regenerative farming actually means and how Jason took dead soil to 11% organic material in six yearsWhy healthy soil produces more nutritious food and why you can taste the differenceThe truth about grains: why ancient and heirloom varieties are nothing like modern wheatWhy hulless oats from a small farm taste completely different from what is in the storeHow grains at 13 to 14% protein challenge the where-do-you-get-your-protein questionHow Jason and Deb went WFPB SOS-free in their mid-fifties -- and what changed3 to 4 tips for growing your own food even if you only have an apartment balconyWhy nature is the seventh pillar of lifestyle medicine────────────────────────────────────────ABOUT JASON DESALVO────────────────────────────────────────Jason DeSalvo and his wife Deborah run Cold Brook Farm, a regenerative certified organic farm in Western New Jersey. Their grains have been selected by Dan Barber and served at Michelin starred restaurants. They converted to a WFPB SOS-free lifestyle in 2022 under the care of Dr. Ron Weiss of Ethos Primary Care and now manage nearly 120 acres of organically grown grains. They will be speaking on Whole Grains: Myths vs. Reality at the NHA Annual Conference, June 25 to 28, 2026.────────────────────────────────────────LINKS AND RESOURCES────────────────────────────────────────Full episode and show notes:NHA Today on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgXfvjZj34HbsD3-47eEC2kjBWeIvNhHlSubscribe: https://www.healthscience.org/podcast/NHA Annual Conference (June 25 to 28, 2026): https://checkout.healthscience.org/2026-nha-conferenceCold Brook Farm website: https://www.coldbrookfarmnj.comCold Brook Farm on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coldbrookfarm/Follow Dr. Esser on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esserhealth/
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At 420 pounds, Chuck Carroll could barely walk across the street. Today he is one of the most recognized plant-based advocates in the country and host of one of the most popular health podcasts in the world. This is how he got there.In this episode of NHA Today, Dr. Stephan Esser sits down with Chuck Carroll, host of The Exam Room podcast for the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, weight loss champion, and NHA conference moderator, for an honest, warm, and practical conversation about plant-based weight loss, breaking through plateaus, the engineered addictiveness of fast food, and what it actually takes to never give up on yourself.Chuck's personal story is remarkable. He lost over 200 pounds through diet and lifestyle change, walked 5 miles every lunch break in any weather, and has not been through a fast food drive-through in 16 years. But this episode is less about the number on the scale and more about the mindset, the systems, and the community that make transformation stick.In this conversation you will learn:• The 3 tangible tips for getting unstuck on your weight loss journey• Why the scale not moving does not mean you are not getting healthier• How sugar, fat, and salt are engineered to be as addictive as crack cocaine• Why Chuck believes 95% of people can see results without any additional intervention• How to build movement into your workday so you do not have to drag yourself to the gym• What to pack for travel so you never have to compromise your eating on the road• Chuck's 4 reasons for staying plant-based -- and the one he never expected• Why people who give you a hard time about eating plants will eventually come around• What Chuck is bringing to the NHA Annual Conference as panel moderator this June────────────────────────────────────────ABOUT CHUCK CARROLL────────────────────────────────────────Chuck Carroll is the host of The Exam Room podcast for the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) and one of the most recognized plant-based advocates in the country. Known as the Weight Loss Champion, a name given to him by NFL players who witnessed his transformation, Chuck lost over 200 pounds through plant-based nutrition and has spent the years since helping others do the same. He will be moderating panels at the NHA Annual Conference, June 25 to 28, 2026.────────────────────────────────────────LINKS AND RESOURCES────────────────────────────────────────Full episode and show notes:NHA Today on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgXfvjZj34HbsD3-47eEC2kjBWeIvNhHl Subscribe: https://www.healthscience.org/podcast/NHA Annual Conference (June 25 to 28, 2026): https://checkout.healthscience.org/2026-nha-conferenceChuck's website: https://chuckcarroll.comFollow Dr. Esser on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esserhealth/
Wo läßt es sich trefflicher plaudern als am Küchentisch. Es muß ja nicht unbedingt der eigene sein. Hauptsache, es sitzen vergnügte Menschen reinen Herzens daran, wie zum Beispiel die Herren Helmut Schleich und Franz Esser. www.radiomuenchen.net/ @radiomuenchen www.facebook.com/radiomuenchen www.instagram.com/radio_muenchen/ twitter.com/RadioMuenchen odysee.com/@RadioMuenchen.net:9 rumble.com/user/RadioMunchen Radio München ist eine gemeinnützige Unternehmung. Wir freuen uns, wenn Sie unsere Arbeit unterstützen. GLS-Bank IBAN: DE65 4306 0967 8217 9867 00 BIC: GENODEM1GLS Bitcoin (BTC): bc1qqkrzed5vuvl82dggsyjgcjteylq5l58sz4s927 Spenden mit Lightning: rm@pareto.town
Most people use moderation as a reason to keep doing what they are doing. Dr. Columbus Batiste says that is exactly the mindset that can have lasting health implications. In this episode of NHA Today, Dr. Stephan Esser sits down with Dr. Columbus Batiste, board-certified interventional cardiologist, author, and co-founder of Healthy Heart Nation. Known as the Healthy Heart Doc, Dr. Batiste has spent his career doing what most cardiologists do not: asking patients not just what they eat, but what they eat for their health - and then building a plan around what they actually want. His personal story is the backbone of this conversation. His father was health-conscious, ran a health food store, and juiced long before it was fashionable - but also loved sodasand sweets in moderation. He died from the effects of diabetes. Reading Caldwell Esselstyn's chapter titled Moderation Kills changed the course of Dr. Batiste's career. In this conversation you will learn:• Why moderation is a justification we only apply to things we know we should not be doing• The three most heart-protective food groups and why they work at the cellular level• How to talk to patients (or yourself) about food in a way that actually creates change• The SELFISH acronym: seven pillars of heart health from spirituality to humor• Why 80% of health outcomes happen outside the doctor's office• The role of stress, presence, and relationships in cardiovascular disease• Dr. Batiste's take on AI in medicine and what an elderly patient said that stopped him cold• What he is bringing to the NHA Annual Conference this June ---ABOUT DR. COLUMBUS BATISTE---Columbus Batiste, MD is a board-certified interventional cardiologist, co-founder of Healthy Heart Nation, and author of Selfish: A Cardiologist's Guide to Curing a Stressed and Broken Heart. He is the Regional Chief of Cardiology for Southern California Permanente Medical Group and a celebrity media contributor featured in documentaries, articles, and podcasts worldwide. He will be speaking at the NHA Annual Conference, June 25 to 28, 2026. ---LINKS AND RESOURCES---Full episode and show notes: Subscribe: https://www.healthscience.org/podcast/NHA Annual Conference (June 25 to 28, 2026): https://checkout.healthscience.org/2026-nha-conferenceDr. Batiste's website: https://drbatiste.comFollow Dr. Batiste on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthyheartdoc/Dr. Batiste on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drbatiste/Book - Selfish: A Cardiologist's Guide: [add purchase link]Follow Dr. Esser on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esserhealth/
Can water fasting really reverse chronic disease? And is it safe to do?In this episode of NHA Today, Dr. Esser sits down with the person best qualified to answer those questions: Dr. Alan Goldhamer, founder of TrueNorth Health Center and theworld's foremost expert on water-only fasting.Over 42 years and more than 25,000 fasting patients, Dr. Goldhamer has done more to document the safety and efficacy of medically supervised water fasting than anyone alive. His research has been published in peer-reviewed journals and his team is now preparing a landmark 3,000-person study to track health outcomes across a lifetime.In this conversation, Dr. Goldhamer explains:• What water fasting is and how it differs from other types of fasting• Which conditions respond best to medically supervised water fasting• The real risks of fasting - and how TrueNorth manages them safely• Why refeeding after a fast is just as important as the fast itself• Who is and is not a good candidate for water fasting• How to access TrueNorth health coaching remotely without traveling to the facility• Why salt, oil, and sugar hijack the brain's satiety system• The Navigator Study: a 3,000-person lifetime health tracking project• What Dr. Goldhamer is presenting at the NHA Conference this June---ABOUT DR. ALAN GOLDHAMER---Dr. Alan Goldhamer is a doctor of chiropractic and the founder of TrueNorth Health Center in Santa Rosa, California. He has supervised more than 25,000 fasting patients over 42 years and has published 24 papers in peer-reviewed journals on fasting and lifestyle medicine. He is the author of The Pleasure Trap and co-author of Can Fasting Save Your Life?He will be presenting new research on health span at the NHA Annual Conference, June 25 to 28, 2026.---LINKS AND RESOURCES---Full episode and show notes: NHA Today on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgXfvjZj34HbsD3-47eEC2kjBWeIvNhHlSubscribe: https://www.healthscience.org/podcast/NHA True North Community (water fasting + plant-based living): https://membership.healthscience.org/join-membership?_ga=2.196155116.1397875101.1780330419-1283726110.1775770362NHA Annual Conference (June 25 to 28, 2026): https://checkout.healthscience.org/2026-nha-conferenceTrueNorth Health Center: https://www.truenorthhealth.comBooks:The Pleasure Trap: https://www.healthpromoting.com/store/book/pleasure-trap?v=9Can Fasting Save Your Life?: https://www.healthpromoting.com/store/book/can-fasting-save-your-lifeFollow Dr. Esser on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esserhealth/
Ganz im Geiste des klassischen Kabaretts widmen sich Franz Esser und Michael Sailer den Ereignissen des letzten Monats: Was ist passiert? Und was ist dazu zu sagen? Das ist oft frappierend - und manchmal auch zum Lachen. ... und jetzt sogar zum Nachlesen. Der satirische Jahresrückblick "Vier Wochen Wahnsinn" für 2025 ist da. Zu bestellen unter: www.thomaskubo.de/buch/52-wochen-wahnsinn-2025/
Most health-conscious people are doing most things right. So why aren't the results matching the effort?Dr. Joel Fuhrman has spent more than 30 years answering that question and in this episode he brings his full perspective to the NHA Today audience.Dr. Fuhrman is a board-certified family physician, creator of the Nutritarian diet, and author of 12 books - seven of them New York Times bestsellers, including Eat to Live, the book that has introduced millions of people to the science of nutrient-dense eating.He is also a longtime friend, mentor, and advocate of the NHA, and a speaker at the NHA Annual Conference, June 25 to 28, 2026.In this conversation with Dr. Stephan Esser, Dr. Fuhrman covers his personal origin story, the science behind his H=N/C equation, why the last 10% of commitment makes all the difference, and what he is building at his Longevity RX clinic in San Diego.In this conversation you will learn:• The H=N/C equation - why health equals nutrients over calories and what that means day to day• Why diversity and nutrient density both matter, and why eating only kale will not cut it• How body fat produces inflammation and fuels cancer risk• Why Dr. Fuhrman went to medical school specifically to be an anti-medicine doctor• His elite figure skating career and how a fasting-based injury recovery changed his life• The three foods that naturally suppress appetite better than any GLP-1 drug• Why the last 10% of commitment produces disproportionate results• What is inside the Longevity RX clinic and the regenerative technology they are using• Which of his 12 books he recommends every viewer read right now---ABOUT DR. JOEL FUHRMAN---Dr. Joel Fuhrman is a board-certified family physician, nutritional researcher, and creator of the Nutritarian diet. He is the author of 12 books - seven New York Times bestsellers -- including Eat to Live and Eat for Life. He has dedicated more than 30 years to preventing and reversing disease through nutrition and has been a central figure in the natural hygiene and plant-based medicine movement for decades. He will be speaking at the NHA AnnualConference, June 25 to 28, 2026.---LINKS AND RESOURCES---Full episode and show notes: NHA Today on YouTubeSubscribe on your favorite platform: https://www.healthscience.org/podcast/NHA Annual Conference (June 25 to 28, 2026): https://checkout.healthscience.org/2026-nha-conferenceDr. Fuhrman's website: https://www.drfuhrman.comLongevity RX clinic: https://www.drlongevityrx.comDr. Fuhrman on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/drfuhrmanDr. Fuhrman on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joelfuhrmanmd/Dr. Fuhrman on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drfuhrman/Follow Dr. Esser on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esserhealth/
Beide hatten dreissig Jahre Erfahrungen auf der Bühne hinter sich, als Corona dem Treiben ein Ende setzte. Michael Sailer versuchte in einem „heimlichen Garten“ durchzuhalten. Da traf er auf Franz Esser. Aus der Begegnung wurde ein neuer Anfang mit gemeinsamen Projekten und neue Formaten. Franz Esser, der Musiker, greift dabei auf ein Spektrum zurück, das von Degenhardt-Liedern und Schlagern bis hin zu Popsongs und Minihörspielen reicht. Michael Sailer, der „Büchernarr“, schreibt kritische Kommentare zu der „Chronik der laufenden Ereignisse“, die man wegen ihrer besonderen Beobachtungsgabe und Detailgenauigkeit mit den Aufzeichnungen von Victor Klemperer vergleichen kann. Beide sind nach der Corona-Krise wieder vor einem immer größer werdenden Publikum aktiv, lauter und lustiger denn je.
Photos: Anchorage police Chief Sean Case, left, and Kelly Hunt. (Rhonda McBride / Courtesy Melvin Hunt) Anchorage Police say they are in the final stages of their investigation into the death of Kelly Hunt, the 19-year-old Shaktoolik student who disappeared in January on her way to college in Soldotna, as Rhonda McBride from our flagship station KNBA reports. Hunt's remains were found last month in a ravine in same Anchorage neighborhood where she had been staying with a friend. Anchorage Police Chief Sean Case says the Medical Examiner's preliminary report determined Hunt died from hypothermia and exposure, with alcohol in her system. “There's no indication that there's physical trauma. There's no indication that an assault has occurred. So, most of those questions — on whether-or-not there was a homicide — those questions have been answered through the Medical Examiner's process.” Case says Hunt was missing for more than 100 days, and due to prolonged exposure to the elements, he says it is nearly impossible to determine Hunt's exact time of death. Before closing out the investigation, Case says police will conduct follow-up interviews to learn more about the circumstances leading up to her death. Based on the outcome of those interviews, Case says the investigation could shift back towards a criminal case. He calls Hunt's death a tragedy, but says there is no evidence of a crime. Hunt was supposed to catch a bus from Anchorage to attend the Alaska Christian College in Soldotna, Alaska. Her friends told police she left on the morning of January 7 to meet with someone to buy alcohol and had left her purse and suitcase behind. Case says the investigation was further complicated, because her disappearance was not reported until four days later, but despite that, Case believes his police officers and detectives did a thorough job. But advocates for Missing and Murdered Indigenous People, including Antonia Commack, question police handling of the case. She says investigators are drawing conclusions too soon, without first questioning the people who last saw Hunt.” “How are you going to make that determination before you speak to those people. Because the bottom line is, she is not old enough to drink herself. Somebody furnished her alcohol and she wound up dead. That should be a crime.” The Anchorage Police Department timed their report on the Kelly Hunt case with the launch of a new online dashboard that tracks missing persons iAnchorage and the department's homicide clearance rate. Case says the report confirms that Alaska Natives make up a disproportionate share of both missing persons and homicides, but says cases involving both Native and non-Native victims are solved at about the same rate. The Pinyon Plain Mine, as seen from the air in November 2019, is located on the Kaibab National Forest less than 10 miles from the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. (Photo: Ryan Heinsius / KNAU) The company that owns a uranium mine near the Grand Canyon wants Arizona state regulators to approve a higher arsenic level in nearby groundwater. KNAU's Chris Clements reports at least two scientists oppose the idea. Brad Esser used to work for Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory. He was asked by a nonprofit that opposes Energy Fuels' Pinyon Plain Mine mine to look into the request. “It sets the wrong incentive. You know, the response to high levels … is to try to understand what’s going on, not just simply raise the permit levels.” But Energy Fuels says the higher arsenic levels are naturally occurring in groundwater near the mine, and are not because of mining activity. Curtis Moore is a company executive. “It’s not surprising that there are elevated levels of arsenic next to this ore body. That’s why we put a mine there, because there’s an ore body there.” But Esser and another scientist argue it is more likely the mine is contributing to the high levels. “They think the mine's ventilation shafts could be creating oxygen-rich groundwater, causing arsenic minerals to dissolve. If that's true, Esser worries arsenic could one day reach the Havasuapi Tribe's key source of drinking water.” Get National Native News delivered to your inbox daily. Sign up for our daily newsletter today. Download our NV1 Android or iOs App for breaking news alerts. Check out today’s Native America Calling episode Wednesday, May 20, 2026 – Native Playlist: Joy Harjo and Julia Keefe Indigenous Big Band
Every time you chew and swallow, you are unleashing biochemical weapons inside your body that are either pushing you toward cancer or away. The choice of which direction is largely yours.That is the message Dr. Kristi Funk has been delivering to women for years - and in this episode she brings it directly to the NHA Today audience.Dr. Funk is a board-certified breast cancer surgeon, bestselling author of BREASTS: The Owner's Manual, and a women's health expert known to millions from Good Morning America and The Doctors. She is also a keynote speaker at the NHA Annual Conference, June 25 to 28, 2026.In this conversation with Dr. Stephan Esser, she shares the science and the story behind her own transformation from a Mediterranean meat-eater to a 100% plant-based physician - and what that shift taught her about what she should have been telling her patients all along.In this conversation you will learn:The nine daily choices that affect nine processes in your body, pushing you toward cancer or awayWhy Dr. Funk went fully plant-based in a single day after reading the science for her bookThe real numbers on alcohol and breast cancer risk (they are higher than you think)Why sleep may be the most overlooked lifestyle factor in fighting cancerWhat to look for in your personal care products, cookware, and water supplyHow to go from a C to a B+ on your anti-cancer report card without overhauling your whole lifeWhat the BCAC framework means and why it matters before, during, and after a diagnosis---LINKS & RESOURCES---Full episode and show notes:NHA Today on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgXfvjZj34HbsD3-47eEC2kjBWeIvNhHlSubscribe on your favorite platform: https://www.healthscience.org/podcast/NHA Annual Conference (June 25 to 28, 2026): https://checkout.healthscience.org/2026-nha-conferencePink Lotus website: https://pinklotus.comMake an appointment or telehealth: https://pinklotus.com/care or 833-800-7522BREASTS: The Owner's Manual: https://pinklotus.com/elements/breasts-the-owners-manual-by-dr-kristi-funk/Pink Lotus Power Up community:Breast Buddies: https://pinklotus.com/powerup/breastbuddies/Cancer-Kicking Kitchen: https://pinklotus.com/powerup/cancerkicking/kitchenFollow Dr. Funk on Instagram and X: @drkristifunkFollow Dr. Esser on Instagram: @esserhealth
Most people know what they should do to be healthier. So why is it so hard to actually do it?In this episode of NHA Today, Dr. Stephan Esser sits down with Luanne Spiros, a Yoga Alliance E-RYT 200, ACSM Cancer Exercise Specialist, master beekeeper, and behavioral change expert who has spent her career helping people build healthy habits that actually last.This conversation cuts through the generic advice and gets into the real mechanics of change. Why is movement easier to start with than nutrition? What makes the social environment so powerful? And what three skills does everyone need to make healthy living stick for life?You will also hear about her work in oncology yoga and what she will be leading at the NHA Annual Conference in June.In this conversation, you will learn:Why movement tends to be the better entry point than nutrition for most peopleThe three S's: social, skills, and setting -- and why they make or break healthy livingThree skills everyone needs to build lasting health habitsWhy reward beats fear as a long-term motivator (and what the research says)The hardest parts of going plant-based and how to plan around themHow to build exercise into your life so it stops feeling like something to bolt onWhat oncology yoga is and how it gives cancer patients agency and hopeHow to handle a partner or household that isn't on the same pageBook recommendations from this episode: Atomic Habits by James Clear, Tiny Habits by BJ Fogg, Willpower by Roy Baumeister.---LINKS AND RESOURCES---Full episode and show notes:NHA Today on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgXfvjZj34HbsD3-47eEC2kjBWeIvNhHlSubscribe on your favorite platform: https://www.healthscience.org/podcast/NHA Annual Conference (June 25 to 28): https://checkout.healthscience.org/2026-nha-conferenceFollow Dr. Esser: https://www.instagram.com/esserhealth/ ---About NHA Today: The National Health Association has championed the science of true health for over 75 years. NHA Today brings that legacy into your weekly routine with honest, evidence-based conversations to help you live your most vital life.
EEG-Reform, Netzpaket, Gebäudemodernisierungsgesetz: Die Bundesregierung stellt derzeit die Weichen für den weiteren Ausbau der erneuerbaren Energien neu. In der Branche wächst jedoch die Sorge, dass die geplanten Gesetze nicht zum Turbo, sondern zum Hemmschuh für die Energiewende werden könnten. Bei den Berliner Energietagen sprachen wir mit Ursula Heinen-Esser, der Präsidentin des Bundesverbandes Erneuerbare Energie (BEE), über die aktuellen Gesetzgebungsverfahren. Besonders kritisch sieht sie den sogenannten Redispatch-Vorbehalt, der neue Erneuerbarenanlagen in vielen Netzgebieten faktisch ausbremsen könnte.
Wo läßt es sich trefflicher plaudern als am Küchentisch. Es muß ja nicht unbedingt der eigene sein. Hauptsache, es sitzen vergnügte Menschen reinen Herzens daran, wie zum Beispiel die Herren Helmut Schleich und Franz Esser.
What if one dietary change could unlock fertility, reverse autoimmune disease, and transform every area of your health — when conventional medicine said it wasn't possible?That's exactly what happened to Robyn Denning.In this episode of NHA Today, Dr. Stephan Esser sits down with Robyn Denning — yoga instructor, health coach, and NHA conference speaker — to trace her remarkable journey from a life fueled by Diet Coke and little sleep, through three miscarriages, celiac disease, Hashimoto's, and an MS diagnosis, to a place of vibrant health — without medication.Robyn's story isn't just inspiring. It's a practical map for anyone navigating chronic illness, struggling to build sustainable movement habits, or simply trying to stay consistent when they no longer feel urgently unwell.In this conversation, you'll discover:→ How eliminating gluten resolved three years of unexplained fertility challenges→ The dietary shift that undiagnosed Robyn's MS within six months→ Why the maintenance phase is often harder than the healing phase→ How to build a movement practice that actually sticks — even if you've tried and failed→ The yoga philosophy of ‘using poses to get into the body' — and why it changes everything→ The role of gratitude in sustaining long-term health changes ──────────────────────────
I' so excited to share this conversation with Erin. Erin Esser (just like a lot of us) grew up with emotionally immature and narcissistic caregivers and believed for most of her life that there was something inherently wrong with her. Sounds familiar?In 2015, she chose to challenge that belief and begin her own healing journey of coming back to herself.Erin is a certified life coach and EFT practitioner who works with others who've experienced similar challenges so they can reclaim their true self that was there underneath all of it.FREE CPTSD checklist: https://erinesser.store/shop/413b236b-810a-45f3-9457-5002d77fef47Connect with Erin:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@erineesserWeb: https://erinesser.store/Book Recommended by Erin:Pete Walker "Complex PTSD: From Surviving to Thriving: A GUIDE AND MAP FOR RECOVERING FROM CHILDHOOD TRAUMA" https://tinyurl.com/5df7n7rhConnect with me:Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/annamaluskitzmann/Breathe with me:https://www.tinyspacetobreathe.comPlant trees: https://onetreeplanted.org/Energy reading & healing: https://annamalus.co/Original Music for the podcast was created by Jacek Jendrasik.Key topicsDifferences between PTSD and CPTSDOrigins of CPTSD in childhood and adulthoodManifestations of CPTSD in daily lifeHealing strategies including awareness and self-regulationThe role of identity work and tools like Human Design and astrologyChapters00:00 Introduction and Clarification of CPTSD01:38 Developmental Trauma and Its Effects03:36 Difference Between PTSD and CPTSD04:22 Origins of CPTSD in Childhood and Adulthood05:48 Erin's Personal Healing Journey07:18 The Book 'From Surviving to Thriving' by Pete Walker08:26 Recognizing CPTSD in Daily Life10:47 Manifestations of CPTSD: Emotional Flashbacks12:41 Somatic Nature of CPTSD Symptoms13:33 Core Beliefs and Childhood Programming16:48 Impact of Caregiver Stress on Children20:05 Creating Safety Within Yourself23:05 Symptoms and Behaviors of CPTSD26:13 Self-Sabotage and CPTSD29:32 Interrupting Old Patterns40:11 Building Self-Trust and Self-Compassion45:36 Healing in Toxic Environments49:44 Growth and Progress in Healing Journey52:53 Simple Techniques for Grounding and Regulation55:06 Identity Work and Self-Discovery55:59 Tools for Self-Understanding: Human Design and Astrology01:00:37 Final Reflections and ResourcesDisclaimer: The content shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical, psychological, therapeutic, legal, or professional advice. The host is not a licensed medical or mental health professional, and the information provided is not a substitute for professional care, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare provider or other licensed professional with any questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health condition. Never disregard or delay seeking professional advice because of something you heard on this podcast. Participation in this podcast and any practices, suggestions, or reflections discussed is voluntary, and you assume full responsibility for your choices, actions, and results. Advertising & Endorsements: This podcast may include advertisements, sponsorships, affiliate links, or paid partnerships. Any views or opinions expressed are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of sponsors or advertisers. While products or services may be mentioned or recommended, these references do not constitute guarantees, endorsements, or claims of effectiveness. You are encouraged to do your own research and use your own judgment before purchasing or engaging with any product or service mentioned.
Welcome to Season 2 of the NHA Today podcast.Dr. Stephan Esser officially steps in as the new host of NHA Today - bringing a powerful legacy, a fresh perspective, and a clear vision for the future of health.A fourth-generation plant-based advocate, Dr. Esser shares the deeply personal story that shaped his path from growing up at his grandfather's health retreat, founded by NHA pioneer Dr. William L. Esser, to witnessing firsthand the transformative power of lifestyle medicine.In this introductory episode, he outlines what listeners can expect from the show moving forward: science-based, practical, and honest conversations about what actually creates lasting health.Together, we'll explore:The foundational principles of whole-person healthWhy lifestyle (not products) drives long-term wellnessHow to cut through misinformation and take control of your healthWhat it means to become the “CEO of your own health”This episode sets the tone for a new chapter of NHA Today focused on clarity, empowerment, and real, sustainable results.
Ganz im Geiste des klassischen Kabaretts widmen sich Franz Esser und Michael Sailer den Ereignissen des letzten Monats: Was ist passiert? Und was ist dazu zu sagen? Das ist oft frappierend - und manchmal auch zum Lachen. ... und jetzt sogar zum Nachlesen. Der satirische Jahresrückblick "Vier Wochen Wahnsinn" für 2025 ist da. Zu bestellen unter: https://www.thomaskubo.de/buch/52-wochen-wahnsinn-2025/
In aflevering 35 van de PZC Voetbal Podcast schuift Jaap Esser aan bij Barry van der Hooft en Jan Dagevos. De oud-voetballer van Kloetinge, waar hij 17 seizoenen in het eerste elftal speelde, is tegenwoordig lid van de technische commissie van Luctor Heinkenzand. Esser, die altijd in één adem wordt genoemd met zijn tweelingbroer Daan, vertelt over de ontwikkelingen bij de fusieclub die sinds 2024 in de tweede klasse speelt. Luctor Heinkenszand is twee duels voor het einde nog niet helemaal veilig, maar daar maakt Esser zich geen zorgen over. ,,Dat gaat goed komen." Hij kijkt met bewondering naar zijn oude club Kloetinge, die zomaar eens naar de tweede divisie kan promoveren. En hij is onder de indruk van de prestaties van Hoek, dat op het hoogste niveau nog steeds meedoet om het kampioenschap. ,,Alleen lijkt het soms wel of we het hier maar normaal vinden wat daar gebeurt", zegt hij. Hij steekt veel tijd in zijn werk voor Luctor Heinkenszand en speelt daar zelf nog in het vierde elftal. Uiteraard met broer Daan, maar ook met andere mannen die in de hoofdmacht van de Bevelandse club hebben gevoetbald. Voorafgaand aan de podcast kreeg Barry al een bericht dat hij maar eens moest vragen naar de bijnaam 'Jaapie Netto'. Waar die vandaan komt, dat legt Jaap Esser ook uit.Support the show: https://krant.nl/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Send us Fan MailOn this Micro-Drama edition of Film Hustlers, we sit down with Hollywood heavyweight Tommy Harper, Producer behind Top Gun: Maverick, Mission: Impossible, Star Wars, and currently shooting Wednesday Season 3 in Ireland! and Kasey Esser, the "Brad Pitt of Verticals" with over 57 series and 500 MILLION views! to talk about the future of entertainment. We dive deep into how micro-dramas went from a niche trend to a multi-billion-dollar global industry, how Tommy is bringing blockbuster quality to mobile screens with his new tech platform Veyou, and Casey's incredible journey from struggling actor to international vertical superstar. Plus, we get the exclusive inside scoop on their ambitious new action-packed vertical series, Love Under Fire, which brings LED screens and movie-quality stunts straight to your phone.
Drew Perkins welcomes Patrick Graff, Senior Fellow at the American Federation for Children, to discuss his recent research analyzing 15 years of Florida's tax-credit scholarship program. Graff presents a compelling case for why "competition effects" may be significantly more cost-effective than simply increasing per-pupil spending for improving public school outcomes. Links & Resources Mentioned In This Episode Have some feedback you'd like to share? You can email me at drew@thoughtstretchers.org. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it and please leave a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you're listening. The episode explores the "competition effect"—the phenomenon where public schools improve when they face the threat of losing students to nearby private options. Graff's research found that public school students in high-competition areas in Florida were 120 to 140 days ahead in reading compared to those in low-competition areas. Most strikingly, he estimates that the competition route was 11 times more cost-effective than achieving the same gains through pure spending increases. Drew and Patrick also navigate the nuances of school choice, including the role of micro-schools, the impact on rural communities, and the critical need for minimum academic quality and transparency. They conclude by discussing the new federal Education Freedom Tax Credit and its potential to expand educational opportunities by bypassing traditional political constraints and driving resources directly to parents. Timestamped Episode Timeline [00:09:07] Patrick Graff's Background – From teaching 3rd grade in Tampa to researching education policy through a sociological lens. [00:10:49] Teacher Training & Alternative Certification – Insights from his work with the University of Notre Dame's ACE program. [00:20:13] The "Competition Effect" Findings – How Florida's private school options led to significant learning gains for public school students. [00:24:06] Competition vs. Spending – A cost-effectiveness comparison showing competition far outperforming traditional budget increases. [00:28:11] Reallocating Resources – How the "voucher threat" encourages public school principals to prioritize instructional quality. [00:33:31] The Rise of Micro-Schools – How niche, small-scale schools attract both conservative and progressive educators. [00:41:35] The Limitations of High Spending – Why the $190 billion ESSER (pandemic) funding showed modest returns on academic instruction. [01:01:26] Schools and Civil Society – The historical and current role of private schools in community building and immigrant integration. [01:03:45] Impact on Rural Areas – Debunking myths about school choice "starving" rural schools and exploring new service-sharing models. [01:08:38] Ensuring Academic Quality – The importance of nationally norm-referenced testing and parent-facing transparency. [01:14:29] The Education Freedom Tax Credit – How the new federal tax credit could unlock billions for both private and public school services.
Fahrkomfort in Bus und Bahn; Die Wal-Rettung; Wählerische Esser - wann wird's zum Problem?; Wie Träume unseren Schlaf beeinflussen; Strömungen beim Sport; Versuch an Schulen - 3 Wochen ohne Handy; Ist KI der bessere Anwalt?; Weltweit älteste Hunde-DNA entdeckt; Moderation: Johannes Döbbelt. Von WDR 5.
2 education has always required a different kind of sales approach. Long buying cycles. Multiple stakeholders. Deep accountability to students, families, and communities. But the environment today feels more measured than it did just a few years ago. District leaders are scrutinizing spend, thinking carefully about sustainability, and asking harder questions about long-term impact.We are not operating in the same ESSER-funded landscape that allowed for rapid pilots and flexible experimentation. Funding conversations now center on justification, alignment, and durability. AI may be accelerating attention, but caution is shaping decisions.In this episode of All Things Marketing and Education, Elana Leoni sits down with Shelby Jones of FuelK12 to explore what that shift means for education sales and marketing teams. They unpack ghosting, budget objections, the tension between depth and scale, and the structural misalignment that often exists between marketing and sales. The conversation stays practical, focused on what actually builds trust inside districts right now.See the resources and show notes here.
Das Backwaren- und Guetzli-Imperium Hug feiert ein Rekordjahr, getragen von Schweizer Qualität und teuren Rohstoffen. Doch dieses Erfolgsrezept wird im Ausland zur Hürde, wie die Chefin Anna Hug erklärt. Und: Im Guetzli-Markt haben Innovationen kaum Chancen. In der Schweiz ist Hug mit Kultmarken wie Wernli, Willisauer Ringli und Dar-Vida so erfolgreich wie nie und feiert ein Rekordjahr. Der Luzerner Backwarenhersteller hat 2025 einen Umsatz von 136 Millionen Franken erzielt. Das ist ein Wachstum von 4 Prozent im Vergleich zum Vorjahr. Doch der Erfolg zeigt ein paradoxes Gesicht: Was hierzulande als teures Qualitätsversprechen funktioniert, wird jenseits der Grenze zum Verhängnis. Gerade der Bestseller Dar-Vida scheiterte im Ausland kläglich. Co-Geschäftsführerin Anna Hug über ein Geschäftsmodell, das am Heimmarkt glänzt, aber international an seine Grenzen stösst. Und: Welches ist das erfolgreichste Guetzli und wie will sich das Unternehmen gegen die harte inländische und ausländische Konkurrenz behaupten? Anna Hug ist zu Gast bei David Karasek.
Wir sind wieder da! Und ja, wir müssen uns an dieser Stelle entschuldigen, denn wir stellen leider fest: Immer wenn wir Urlaub machen oder eine kleine Pause vom Podcast einlegen, drehen die Märkte durch! Aber keine Sorge – wir sind zurück, und es kann wieder aufwärtsgehen! Heute sprechen die Babos ein fundamental wichtiges Thema an den Börsen an, nämlich: „Behavioral Finance“, oder auf Deutsch gesagt: die Psychologie der Börse. Auch wenn die Märkte langfristig effizient sind, sind sie kurzfristig alles andere – und genau dabei verlieren viele Anleger, auch professionelle, schnell die Nerven. Deshalb haben wir heute einen Top-Gast am Start, der mit uns gemeinsam das Thema Behavioral Finance und viele seiner wichtigen Aspekte durchleuchtet: Unser Gast: Björn Esser, Mitgründer und Portfolio-Manager bei Alturis Capital GmbH, ist seit 2001 am Markt aktiv und bringt seine langjährige Erfahrung heute mit in den Podcast. Björn teilt mit uns spannende Erkenntnisse und vor allem viele interessante Studien zum Thema Behavioral Finance – darunter auch die Ergebnisse einer coolen Umfrage, die wir vor Kurzem durchgeführt und geteilt haben. Außerdem erfahrt ihr heute: Warum Michael bei seinem einzigen Casinobesuch mal 1.000 Euro verloren hat, und Endrit teilt spannende Einblicke in seine wöchentliche Umfrage auf LinkedIn – unter anderem, warum sich manche nicht mehr trauen, daran teilzunehmen. Und noch viel wichtiger: Diese Folge ist eine wichtige Grundlage für eine spätere Folge mit Björn im Laufe des Jahres – dann zum Thema: Volatilität als Asset – und wie er dieses Konzept erfolgreich in seinem Fonds umsetzt. Also: Unbedingt reinhören – viel Spaß beim Zuhören und Teilen! Eure Michael Duarte & Endrit Cela! - Hier geht es zur Investmentbabo-Webseite: https://www.investmentbabo.com - Folgt die Investmentbabos auf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/investmentbabo DISCLAIMER: Der Inhalt dieses Podcasts dient ausschließlich der allgemeinen Information. Diese Informationen können und sollen eine individuelle Beratung durch hierfür qualifizierte Personen nicht ersetzen. Die Informationen in Bezug auf die von der Clartan Associés und AMF Capital AG verwalteten Sondervermögen stellen keine Anlageberatung und keine Kaufempfehlung dar.
State education agencies are moving faster than they are known for, and not because they want to. AI, funding uncertainty, and capacity constraints are forcing decisions that cannot wait.In this episode, Elana Leoni sits down with Julia Fallon of SETDA to unpack what the 2025 State EdTech Trends Report really tells us about where states are focused, what feels most fragile right now, and why modernization matters more than chasing the next innovation. This conversation is especially relevant for education marketers and leaders who want to understand how state priorities shape district decisions, and how to engage more thoughtfully in a tight, high-stakes environment.What You'll LearnWhat SETDA is and why its State EdTech Trends Report offers a unique state-level lensHow the report is built, who contributes to it, and why it is timed around legislative sessionsWhy AI surpassed cybersecurity as the top state ed tech priority for the first timeWhat that shift signals about responsibility, risk, and trust, not enthusiasmWhere state AI guidance typically lives, how it varies, and why quality mattersWhy capacity and coherence, not commitment, are the most fragile issues right nowWhat the end of ESSER funding looks like in real operational terms, not just percentagesWhy Julia argues education needs modernization, not “innovation,” and how that reframes decision-makingWhat professional learning needs to look like to actually support adoption and impactA practical example of state-level ecosystem building from NebraskaFor more, visit the show notes here.
Ein Podcast von und mit Diplom-Psychologin Kedo Rittershofer. Bist Du ein emotionaler Esser? Isst Du, obwohl Du körperlich eigentlich gar keinen Hunger hast? In dieser Folge erfährst Du: – Was emotionaler Hunger wirklich ist – und wo er entsteht – Warum wir oft essen, obwohl wir eigentlich etwas ganz anderes brauchen – Wie Du diesen Hunger erkennst – und aufhörst, ihn mit Essen zu „beantworten“ – Und wie Du stattdessen echte Erfüllung findest – psychologisch & menschlich Wie immer: fundiert, klar – und aus Sicht des Urheber-Prinzips. Hier geht es zu dem „Erfolgreich abnehmen“ - Programm: https://kedo-rittershofer.com/abnehmen-intensivkurs/ Hier kannst Du ein Einzel-Coaching buchen: https://kedo-rittershofer.com/coaching-gespraeche/ Hier erfährst Du mehr über das Glücklich SEIN Training: https://kedo-rittershofer.com/gluecklich-sein-training/
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In this episode, Dr. Karen Esser Professor and Chair of the Department of Physiology and Aging at the University of Florida joins the crew to break down one of the most overlooked performance variables in human physiology: circadian timing. After a career spent studying muscle adaptation, Dr. Esser shifted her research toward the molecular clocks inside our tissues, uncovering how every cell in the body keeps its own time. She explains how these clocks govern fuel storage, protein repair, metabolic readiness, and ultimately the way muscle responds to training. The team digs into what these clocks do, how they synchronize, and why misalignment affects everything from daily performance to long-term health. The conversation dives deep into time-of-day effects on strength, endurance, and adaptation. Dr. Esser highlights that humans are consistently stronger and more explosive in the afternoon, a pattern reflected in Olympic records and decades of performance data. But her lab's animal research reveals something game changing: consistent morning training can shift the internal clock system, allowing morning athletes to achieve equal or even better adaptations after several weeks, despite using lower absolute training loads. She also explains how travel, jet lag, and mistimed eating disrupt organ specific clocks, reducing performance and creating metabolic consequences similar to pre-diabetes. The crew tests these ideas against real world training habits, coaching experience, and what happens when athletes switch from evening to early morning training. Finally, Dr. Esser unpacks the broader health implications of circadian disruption from increased risk of metabolic disease and cardiovascular dysfunction to higher rates of depression and cancer in chronically misaligned shift workers. She outlines simple, actionable strategies: anchor your sleep and training times, keep eating within a roughly 10 hour window, avoid late night calories, and arrive early when competing across time zones. The conversation closes with practical takeaways for athletes, coaches, and everyday lifters who want to maximize adaptation, improve metabolic health, and align their biology with the rhythms built into every cell. Links: Anders Varner on Instagram Doug Larson on Instagram Coach Travis Mash on Instagram
Kristine Esser Slentz went from listening to the podcast to my DMs to my bed to holding me while I cry to podcast guest. Typical pipeline. Of course, the published poet would tell her friends that this episode explores the story of her polyamorous marriage and why they work better as friends than spouses. Perspectives! Mentioned:01/08 - NYC - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/197783731565301/17 - LA - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1918561572309Philly: Sign up for the mailing list @ https://mailchi.mp/gmail/jor7ew9k5l Follow Kristine Slentz!Book: Face to FacesInstagram: @keslentzSubstack: Carnations and Car Crasheswww.kristineesserslentz.com Follow Billy!Instagram: @billyprocidajrTikTok: @TheBillyProcidaThreads: @billyprocidajrBlueSky: @thebillyprocida0nlyFans: @callmebilly Money StuffVenmo: @BillyProcidaCash App: $manwhorepodPayPal/Zelle: funnybillypro@gmail.com Become an Official Fanwhore on Patreon at http://patreon.com/manwhorepodcast Get your books and e-books through an independent bookstore at http://manwhorepod.com/bookshop Make new friends in The Champagne Room at http://manwhorepod.com/discord Email your comments, questions, and criticisms to manwhorepod@gmail.com. Late Night Radio by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ www.ManwhorePod.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In Sardegna si contano 22 centenari ogni 100.000 abitanti, quasi il triplo della media europea. Ma dietro il numero ci sono gesti quotidiani, relazioni e abitudini. Il Longevity Project porta in Australia i segreti di lunga vita degli abitanti dell'isola felice, tra socialità, cibo genuino e qualità del tempo.
Deputy Inspector Patrick Esser of the Waukesha County Sheriff's Office has spent more than 26 years in law enforcement—and he's on a mission to change the way leaders think. In this episode, he shares how the culture has shifted from a rigid “warrior” mindset to a more empathetic “guardian” approach, why emotional intelligence is the missing tool in many officers' careers, and how mid-career negativity nearly derailed him before humility and self-awareness brought him back. From mentoring the next generation to founding Esser Growth Principles, Esser's message is clear: leadership starts with communication, curiosity, and knowing yourself.
Last year a really cool non-profit was started by Jacob Esser to help connect dads like him who are navigating parenthood with kids who have down syndrome and he shares the story behind ‘DOD's - Dads of Down Syndrome and an upcoming event on Friday and how you can visit him at Hilltop!
Three leading voices in lifestyle medicine, Dr. Joel Fuhrman, Dr. Meagan Grega, and Dr. Stephan Esser, take the stage with Chuck Carroll at the National Health Association Conference in Cleveland. Together, they dive deep into the science of nutrition, longevity, food addiction, athletic performance, and community health. In this episode of The Exam Room, you'll learn: - The key differences between a whole foods plant-based diet and a Nutritarian Diet - Why top athletes are opting for a Nutritarian Diet - What studies say about the impact of diet on longevity (and why it's never too late to eat healthy) - How to kick food addiction for good This episode of The Exam Room is powered by Dr. Brooke Bussard. — — SHOW LINKS — — Dr. Brooke Bussard https://drbrookebussard.com — — — Dr. Joel Fuhrman https://www.drfuhrman.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/joelfuhrmanmd — — — Dr. Meagan Grega https://www.kellyn.org https://www.truehealthinitiative.org — — — Dr. Stephan Esser https://esserhealth.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/esserhealth — — — French Fries Diabetes Study https://bit.ly/FriesDiabetesStudy — — EVENTS — — International Conference on Nutrition in Medicine Where: Washington, DC When: August 14-16, 2025 Tix & Speakers: https://www.pcrm.org/icnm Use code NUTRITION50 to save $50 — — — Fit Vegan Workshop Where: Vancouver, BC, Canada When: Sept. 20-21, 2025 Tix: https://fitvegancoaching.com/vancouver-2025 Use code CHUCK to save $112 — — — Wellness Weekend Where: Canaan Valley Resort - Davis, WV When: Sept. 26-27, 2025 Tix & Speakers: https://www.brendaworkmanspeaks.com/wellness-weekend — —EXAM ROOM NEWSLETTER — — Sign up: https://www.pcrm.org/examroomvip — — THIS IS US — — The Exam Room Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theexamroompodcast — — — Chuck Carroll Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ChuckCarrollWLC — — — Physicians Committee Jobs: https://www.pcrm.org/careers — — SUBSCRIBE & SHARE — — Please subscribe and give the show a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or many other podcast providers. Don't forget to share it with a friend for inspiration!
WSU's Aaron Esser and Dr. Drew Lyon team up for the final episode of the WSU Wheat Beat Podcast. Episode transcription: smallgrains.wsu.edu/wbp214 Resources: WSU Wheat and Small Grains website: smallgrains.wsu.edu Wheat Beat Podcast Episode #1: smallgrains.wsu.edu/wsu-wheat-beat-episode-1/ WSU Wilke Research and Extension Farm: extension.wsu.edu/lincoln-adams/agriculture-2-farm-stress-suicide-prevention/wilke-research-and-extension-farm/ Pacific Northwest Herbicide Resistance Initiative: pnwhri.org Contact information: Aaron Esser, aarons@wsu.edu, smallgrains.wsu.edu/meet-the-team/ Drew Lyon, drew.lyon@wsu.edu, smallgrains.wsu.edu/meet-the-team/
In this week's episode of The Learning Curve, co-hosts Alisha Searcy and Dr. Cara Candal of ExcelinEd interview former assistant secretary at the U.S. Department of Education and co-founder of the Defense of Freedom Institute (DFI), Jim Blew. Mr. Blew reflects on his tenure in federal education leadership and his motivation for establishing DFI. He discusses the decades of rising federal K-12 spending through initiatives like RTTT, ESSA, and ESSER funds, instead calling for devolving federal authority out of the U.S. Department of Education, and more private school choice and charter public school innovation. Mr. Blew shares the origins and goals of the new national education tax credit law, which emphasizes private school choice options and state-level flexibility. He unpacks the program's key provisions, including tax credits for donations to scholarship granting organizations (SGOs) that fund school choice for students. However, he raises concerns that the law's state “opt-in” requirement may sideline students in blue states led by school choice opponents. Finally, Mr. Blew addresses some constitutional and strategic concerns, arguing that federal education tax credits, if carefully structured, can enhance educational opportunity.