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Why does losing weight feel so much harder after 40? If you found it easy to lose weight and build muscle in your 30s, but now those same strategies barely make an impact, you're not imagining things. Your body is following a new set of rules. In this episode, we break down what happens to your hormones, your metabolism, and your muscle mass as you age, and, more importantly, what you can do about it. We explore everything from GLP-1 medications and peptide therapies to creatine, protein targets, and why resistance training is non-negotiable for maintaining weight loss. Whether you're just starting your weight loss journey or you've hit a frustrating plateau, this episode will help you understand what's happening in your body and what to do next. How to Maintain Muscle Mass While Losing Weight Do resistance training 2–3 times per week Eat about 100 grams of protein per day Take 3–5 grams of creatine daily Ensure you are properly hydrated- aim for 100 ounces per day Use peptides Consider targeted therapies Track your body composition instead of using the scale Bio: Stephanie Gray Stephanie Gray, DNP, MS, ARNP, AGNP-C, ABAAHP, FAARFM, is a functional medicine provider who helps men and women build sustainable, optimal health and longevity. A nurse practitioner since 2009, Dr. Gray completed her doctorate focusing on estrogen metabolism from the University of Iowa in 2011 and holds a Master's in Metabolic Nutritional Medicine from the University of South Florida's Medical School. Dr. Gray is one of the Midwest's most credentialed female healthcare providers. She completed an Advanced Fellowship in Anti-Aging, Regenerative, and Functional Medicine in 2013 and became Iowa's first BioTe certified provider—now the state's only platinum provider with over 10,000 pellet placements. She is also certified as a SIBO doctor-approved practitioner, mold-literate provider, and ReCODE 2.0 practitioner for cognitive decline prevention. An Amazon best-selling author, Dr. Gray wrote Your Longevity Blueprint and Your Fertility Blueprint, and hosts the Your Longevity Blueprint podcast. She co-founded Your Longevity Blueprint Nutraceuticals with her husband, Eric. After her own ten-year fertility journey, she now specializes in helping couples optimize reproductive health through functional medicine. Having lost her grandmother to vascular dementia, she is personally committed to helping families avoid cognitive decline. Dr. Gray founded the Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic in Hiawatha, Iowa. In this episode: Why your weight loss strategy will need to change in your forties Why optimizing your hormones should be foundational to your weight loss strategy How resistance training helps to preserve your muscle mass when you're taking GLP-1s The benefits of creatine and peptides for women over 40 How the Emsculpt Neo can help with fat reduction The value of tracking your protein intake Why proper hydration is crucial for your muscles, metabolism, and regulating stress Links and Resources: Guest Social Media Links: @stephaniegraydnp Relative Links for This Show: Use Code FIBER to get 10% off GLP-1 Fiber Use code CREATINE to get 10% off Creatine Use code Drgray20 to get 20% off Perfect Aminos Follow Your Longevity Blueprint On Instagram| Facebook| Twitter| YouTube | LinkedIn Get your copy of the Your Longevity Blueprint book and claim your bonuses here Find Dr. Stephanie Gray and Your Longevity Blueprint online Follow Dr. Stephanie Gray On Facebook| Instagram| Youtube | Twitter | LinkedIn Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic Podcast production by Team Podcast
Word & Sermon Weekly – First Sunday in Lent – February 22, 2026 Genesis 3:1–21 Romans 5:12–19 Matthew 4:1–11 Learn more about Zion Lutheran Church and the Christian faith, by subscribing to this podcast, and joining us next Sunday by visiting www.zionhiawatha.org
Word & Sermon Weekly – Ash Wednesday – February 18, 2026 Joel 2:12–19 2 Corinthians 5:20b–6:10 Matthew 6:1–6, 16–21 Learn more about Zion Lutheran Church and the Christian faith, by subscribing to this podcast, and joining us next Sunday by visiting www.zionhiawatha.org
Jason has a new proposal for the supposed revamping I-94, specifically along the Hiawatha area as MNDoT is looking into a few different options but Jason has his pitch for what he thinks needs to be done!
Jason begins the second hour talking I-94 as MNDoT is eyeing a few different ways to revamp the stretch near Hiawatha, we chat with Royce Lewis about his offseason, what he added to his routine this offseason and look ahead to another season for him and then the CEO of the Minneapolis Downtown Council, Adam Duininck joins to talk about some of the things discussed at their annual meeting, where Minneapolis downtown area is today as far as safety and workplace environment and also the hotel situation that made buzz this week! Then Jason pays tribute to Diane's Place who was nominated with a special award LIVE on Good Morning America!
I sing the Song of Hiawatha,Brave of heart and strong of arm.Daughter's son of old Nokomis,Fathered by the harsh West Wind.With its regular, beating rhythm, the Song of Hiawatha has often been parodied, but in truth, it is a powerful, emotional epic; a hero's life, his loves and suffering. The legends and traditions of the North American Indian swirl together through the tale like a mountain stream, tumbling white over the rocks, and caressing the mossy tree roots.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
I sing the Song of Hiawatha,Brave of heart and strong of arm.Daughter's son of old Nokomis,Fathered by the harsh West Wind.With its regular, beating rhythm, the Song of Hiawatha has often been parodied, but in truth, it is a powerful, emotional epic; a hero's life, his loves and suffering. The legends and traditions of the North American Indian swirl together through the tale like a mountain stream, tumbling white over the rocks, and caressing the mossy tree roots.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
I sing the Song of Hiawatha,Brave of heart and strong of arm.Daughter's son of old Nokomis,Fathered by the harsh West Wind.With its regular, beating rhythm, the Song of Hiawatha has often been parodied, but in truth, it is a powerful, emotional epic; a hero's life, his loves and suffering. The legends and traditions of the North American Indian swirl together through the tale like a mountain stream, tumbling white over the rocks, and caressing the mossy tree roots.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
I sing the Song of Hiawatha,Brave of heart and strong of arm.Daughter's son of old Nokomis,Fathered by the harsh West Wind.With its regular, beating rhythm, the Song of Hiawatha has often been parodied, but in truth, it is a powerful, emotional epic; a hero's life, his loves and suffering. The legends and traditions of the North American Indian swirl together through the tale like a mountain stream, tumbling white over the rocks, and caressing the mossy tree roots.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Today, we have a serious discussion that could determine whether you thrive or simply survive in your 70s, 80s, and beyond. We're talking about protein, and why it matters far more than most people realize. This discussion goes well beyond macros. Tune in to learn how the choices you make today will determine whether you become a vibrant 85-year-old who is still mountain hiking or someone who cannot even get out of a chair without help. How to preserve muscle while losing weight: Prioritize protein before any other food at each meal Choose dense protein sources when your appetite is suppressed Distribute protein evenly across the day rather than consuming it all in one sitting Do resistance training regularly Plan your protein options in advance to avoid accidental under-eating Bio: Stephanie Gray Stephanie Gray, DNP, MS, ARNP, AGNP-C, ABAAHP, FAARFM, is a functional medicine provider who helps men and women build sustainable, optimal health and longevity. A nurse practitioner since 2009, Dr. Gray completed her doctorate focusing on estrogen metabolism from the University of Iowa in 2011 and holds a Master's in Metabolic Nutritional Medicine from the University of South Florida's Medical School. Dr. Gray is one of the Midwest's most credentialed female healthcare providers. She completed an Advanced Fellowship in Anti-Aging, Regenerative, and Functional Medicine in 2013 and became Iowa's first BioTe certified provider—now the state's only platinum provider with over 10,000 pellet placements. She is also certified as a SIBO doctor-approved practitioner, mold-literate provider, and ReCODE 2.0 practitioner for cognitive decline prevention. An Amazon best-selling author, Dr. Gray wrote Your Longevity Blueprint and Your Fertility Blueprint, and hosts the Your Longevity Blueprint podcast. She co-founded Your Longevity Blueprint Nutraceuticals with her husband, Eric. After her own ten-year fertility journey, she now specializes in helping couples optimize reproductive health through functional medicine. Having lost her grandmother to vascular dementia, she is personally committed to helping families avoid cognitive decline. Dr. Gray founded the Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic in Hiawatha, Iowa. In this episode: How muscle loss quietly accelerates long before most people notice Why protein is more than just a macronutrient How GLP-1 medications can unintentionally accelerate muscle loss Why losing weight does not always mean better health How muscle functions as a metabolic and immune reserve Why current protein recommendations are far too low for aging adults Why protein timing matters as much as the total daily intake Links and Resources: Guest Social Media Links: @stephaniegraydnp Relative Links for This Show: Your Longevity Blueprint 5HTP – 90 capsules Use Code FIBER to get 10% off GLP-1 Fiber Follow Your Longevity Blueprint On Instagram| Facebook| Twitter| YouTube | LinkedIn Get your copy of the Your Longevity Blueprint book and claim your bonuses here Find Dr. Stephanie Gray and Your Longevity Blueprint online Follow Dr. Stephanie Gray On Facebook| Instagram| Youtube | Twitter | LinkedIn Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic Podcast production by Team Podcast
Guest: Hilary Hershner, Corridor Metropolitan Planning Organization The Corridor Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) comprises elected officials and appointed representatives of Cedar Rapids, Linn County, Marion, Hiawatha, Robins, Ely, Fairfax, and Palo. The MPO is tasked with reviewing and approving transportation investments in the Cedar Rapids metropolitan area. Presently, the MPO has about $19 million dollars ... Read more
Word & Sermon Weekly – The Transfiguration of Our Lord – February 15, 2026 Exodus 24:8–18 2 Peter 1:16–21 Matthew 17:1–9 Learn more about Zion Lutheran Church and the Christian faith, by subscribing to this podcast, and joining us next Sunday by visiting www.zionhiawatha.org
Would you believe that there's a medication that can quiet the constant mental chatter around food for the first time in your adult life, but it could also cause you to lose muscle, age your face, and trap you in a cycle that's hard to escape? Both of those are true. When a drug can help someone lose 50 pounds and get off diabetes medication, that's a miracle. But when that same drug leaves someone unable to eat, losing muscle, and facing a lifetime of injections just to maintain their weight—that's a conversation we truly need to have. So, today we're taking a deep dive into GLP-1s—Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and what's coming next. How to preserve muscle when taking GLP-1 medications Consume 1.2–1.6 g of protein per kilogram of body weight daily, spread across meals Try to eat something containing 25–30 grams of protein within about two hours after doing a strength workout Consume easily digestible protein sources when your appetite is low (shakes, yogurt, collagen, or bone broth) Commit to doing resistance training at least two to three times a week Monitor your body composition for any early signs of muscle loss Bio: Stephanie Gray Stephanie Gray, DNP, MS, ARNP, AGNP-C, ABAAHP, FAARFM, is a functional medicine provider helping men and women build sustainable, optimal health and longevity. A nurse practitioner since 2009, Dr. Gray completed her doctorate focusing on estrogen metabolism from the University of Iowa in 2011 and holds a Master's in Metabolic Nutritional Medicine from the University of South Florida's Medical School. Dr. Gray is one of the Midwest's most credentialed female healthcare providers. She completed an Advanced Fellowship in Anti-Aging, Regenerative, and Functional Medicine in 2013 and became Iowa's first BioTe certified provider—now the state's only platinum provider with over 10,000 pellet placements. She is also certified as a SIBO doctor-approved practitioner, mold-literate provider, and ReCODE 2.0 practitioner for cognitive decline prevention. An Amazon best-selling author, Dr. Gray wrote Your Longevity Blueprint and Your Fertility Blueprint, and hosts the Your Longevity Blueprint podcast. She co-founded Your Longevity Blueprint Nutraceuticals with her husband, Eric. After her own ten-year fertility journey, she now specializes in helping couples optimize reproductive health through functional medicine. Having lost her grandmother to vascular dementia, she is personally committed to helping families avoid cognitive decline. Dr. Gray founded the Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic in Hiawatha, Iowa. In this episode: How muscle preservation becomes non-negotiable when your appetite is suppressed Why protein timing matters more than total calories when on GLP-1 medications The importance of resistance training when taking GLP-1s The value of in-body scans for catching any muscle loss that may be occurring early on Why tapering off GLP-1 medications starts on day one, not at the finish line How natural GLP-1 stimulation can support or extend the effects of GLP-1 medications Why body composition, not weight loss, determines long-term outcomes when taking GLP-1s How the next generation of GLP-1 agonist drugs could improve our longevity Links and Resources: Relative Links for This Show: Use CODE BERBERINE to get 10% off Berberine Use Code FIBER to get 10% off GLP-1 Fiber Follow Your Longevity Blueprint On Instagram| Facebook| Twitter| YouTube | LinkedIn Get your copy of the Your Longevity Blueprint book and claim your bonuses here Find Dr. Stephanie Gray and Your Longevity Blueprint online Follow Dr. Stephanie Gray On Facebook| Instagram| Youtube | Twitter | LinkedIn Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic Podcast production by Team Podcast
Word & Sermon Weekly – Fifth Sunday after Epiphany – February 8, 2026 Isaiah 58:3–9a 1 Corinthians 2:1–12 Matthew 5:13–20 Learn more about Zion Lutheran Church and the Christian faith, by subscribing to this podcast, and joining us next Sunday by visiting www.zionhiawatha.org
Word & Sermon Weekly – Fourth Sunday after Epiphany – February 1, 2026 Micah 6:1–8 1 Corinthians 1:18–31 Matthew 5:1–12 Learn more about Zion Lutheran Church and the Christian faith, by subscribing to this podcast, and joining us next Sunday by visiting www.zionhiawatha.org Corinthians 1:10–18 Matthew 4:12–25
Alberto Herrera entrevista, en el programa "Herrera en COPE", el programa de Carlos Herrera, con Javier Sierra, del meteorito de Groenlandia. El "meteorito de Groenlandia" se refiere principalmente al Cráter Hiawatha, un enorme cráter de impacto de unos 31 km de ancho descubierto bajo el hielo en el noroeste de Groenlandia, que inicialmente se pensó que tenía 13,000 años, pero luego se fechó en unos 58 millones de años, poco después de la extinción de los dinosaurios. También se conoce el Meteorito de Cape York, uno de los más grandes del mundo, venerado por los inuits, y cuyos fragmentos fueron encontrados cerca de Cabo York, Groenlandia. Voces del Misterio COPE: El meteorito de Groenlandia, con Javier Sierra.
Word & Sermon Weekly – Third Sunday after Epiphany – January 25, 2026 Isaiah 9:1–4 1 Corinthians 1:10–18 Matthew 4:12–25 Learn more about Zion Lutheran Church and the Christian faith, by subscribing to this podcast, and joining us next Sunday by visiting www.zionhiawatha.org
Word & Sermon Weekly – Life Sunday – January 18, 2026 Genesis 2:15–24 Hebrews 2:5-18 Matthew 10:24–33 Learn more about Zion Lutheran Church and the Christian faith, by subscribing to this podcast, and joining us next Sunday by visiting www.zionhiawatha.org
Word & Sermon Weekly –The Baptism of Our Lord – January 11, 2026 Isaiah 42:1–9 Romans 6:1–11 Matthew 3:13–17 Learn more about Zion Lutheran Church and the Christian faith, by subscribing to this podcast, and joining us next Sunday by visiting www.zionhiawatha.org
Word & Sermon Weekly –Second Sunday after Christmas – January 4, 2026 1 Kings 3:4–15 Ephesians 1:3–14 Luke 2:40–52 Learn more about Zion Lutheran Church and the Christian faith, by subscribing to this podcast, and joining us next Sunday by visiting www.zionhiawatha.org
Word & Sermon Weekly – The First Sunday after Christmas – December 28, 2025 Isaiah 63:7–14 Galatians 4:4–7 Matthew 2:13–23 Learn more about Zion Lutheran Church and the Christian faith, by subscribing to this podcast, and joining us next Sunday by visiting www.zionhiawatha.org
Word & Sermon Weekly – The Nativity of Our Lord Christmas Day – December 25, 2025 Isaiah 52:7–10 Hebrews 1:1–12 John 1:1–18 Learn more about Zion Lutheran Church and the Christian faith, by subscribing to this podcast, and joining us next Sunday by visiting www.zionhiawatha.org
Word & Sermon Weekly – Christmas Eve Service – December 24, 2025 Gen. 3:14-15 Isaiah 7:14 Isaiah 9:6 Isaiah 11:1-2 Luke 1:26-35 Luke 2:1-7: Luke 2:8-14 Luke 2:15-20 Learn more about Zion Lutheran Church and the Christian faith, by subscribing to this podcast, and joining us next Sunday by visiting www.zionhiawatha.org
Word & Sermon Weekly – Fourth Sunday in Advent– December 21, 2025 Isaiah 7:10–17 Romans 1:1–7 Matthew 1:18–25 Learn more about Zion Lutheran Church and the Christian faith, by subscribing to this podcast, and joining us next Sunday by visiting www.zionhiawatha.org
Word & Sermon Weekly – The Third Midweek Advent Service – December 17, 2025 Genesis 18:1-15 Hebrews 11:8-12 Learn more about Zion Lutheran Church and the Christian faith, by subscribing to this podcast, and joining us next Sunday by visiting www.zionhiawatha.org
Word & Sermon Weekly – Readings From Lessons and Carols – December 14, 2025 First Lesson Gen 3:8–19 Second Lesson Isaiah 9:2; 6–7 Third Lesson Isaiah 11:1–3a, 4a, 6–9 Fourth Lesson MIcah 5:2–5a Fifth Lesson Luke 1:26–35, 38 Sixth Lesson Luke 2:1, 3–7 Seventh Lesson Luke 2:8–16 Eighth Lesson Matthew 2:1–12 Ninth Lesson John 1:1–14 Learn more about Zion Lutheran Church and the Christian faith, by subscribing to this podcast, and joining us next Sunday by visiting www.zionhiawatha.org
Word & Sermon Weekly – Third Sunday in Advent– December 14, 2025 Isaiah 35:1–10 James 5:7–11 Matthew 11:2–15 Learn more about Zion Lutheran Church and the Christian faith, by subscribing to this podcast, and joining us next Sunday by visiting www.zionhiawatha.org
Join us as we take a look at three more Looney Tunes shorts that have not aged well! Marc covers the Academy Award Nominated (but lost...much to the chagrin of Bob Clampett) with 'Hiawatha's Rabbit Hunt' Jordan finds the other Playboy Penguin/Bugs Bunny team-up with a not aged well nemesis with 'Frigid Hare' And we both look at....just....a perfect amalgamation of everthing we don't like about Robert McKimson with 'China Jones'Links:Jonathan's GoFundMeSupport us on PatreonFollow us on TwitterFollow us on BlueskyFollow us on Instagram
I am excited to have Ashley Grabe joining me today for Part 2 of a two-part series, where she asks me about my new book, Your Fertility Blueprint: Renovating Your Reproductive Health, which will launch on Tuesday, November 25th. This is not just another fertility book. It's a groundbreaking guide that bridges the gap between functional and conventional medicine, written by someone who has lived the journey firsthand, both as a practitioner and a patient. Infertility can be a difficult topic to discuss, which is why this book truly matters. Whether you are just starting to plan a family or have been on this path for some time, it offers hope, validation, faith, and practical insights you will not find anywhere else. Tips for Improving Fertility Reduce inflammation by cutting out seed oils and processed foods Monitor thyroid, progesterone, cervical mucus, and sperm DNA quality Address any past traumas Combine functional medicine with conventional fertility treatments Maintain hope, trust the timing, and use setbacks to guide your next steps Bio: Stephanie Gray Stephanie Gray, DNP, MS, ARNP, AGNP- C, ABAAHP, FAARFM, is a functional medicine provider who helps men and women build sustainable and optimal health and longevity so that they can focus on what matters most to them! She has been working as a nurse practitioner since 2009. Dr. Gray completed her doctorate, focusing on estrogen metabolism, from the University of Iowa in 2011. Additionally, she has a Master's in Metabolic Nutritional Medicine from the University of South Florida's Medical School. Her expertise lies within integrative, anti-aging, and functional medicine. Dr. Gray is arguably one of the Midwest's most credentialed female healthcare providers, combining many certifications and trainings. In 2013, she completed an Advanced fellowship in Anti-Aging Regenerative, and Functional Medicine and became the first BioTe-certified provider in Iowa to administer hormone pellets. She is one of Dr. Nirala Jacobi's SIBO doctor-approved practitioners and is also one of Dr. Jill Crista's certified mold-literate providers. She has appeared on numerous podcasts, summits, and TV interviews and is a contributor to various health publications. She is the initial author of the FNP Mastery App and an Amazon best-selling author of her first book, Your Longevity Blueprint, and author of her second book, Your Fertility Blueprint. Dr. Gray is the host of the Your Longevity Blueprint podcast and co-founder of Your Longevity Blueprint Nutraceuticals with her husband, Eric. After her own ten-year fertility journey, she now also specializes in helping couples optimize their reproductive health through functional medicine approaches. They enjoy spending time outdoors with their sons. They founded the Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic in Hiawatha, Iowa. In this episode: How seed oils can silently harm egg and sperm quality How chronic stress and high cortisol can impair your ability to conceive The value of optimizing egg, sperm, gut, and vaginal health How unresolved trauma or emotional blocks can interfere with fertility The benefits of having faith, hope, and a support system for your fertility journey How combining functional medicine with conventional treatments can enhance your fertility How persistence, intuition, and trust in your body's signals can guide you when medical interventions fall short Links and Resources: Relative Links for This Show: https://yourlongevityblueprint.com/product/coq10-100-mg/ Use Code FIBER to get 10% off GLP-1 Fiber Follow Your Longevity Blueprint On Instagram| Facebook| Twitter| YouTube | LinkedIn Get your copy of the Your Longevity Blueprint book and claim your bonuses here Find Dr. Stephanie Gray and Your Longevity Blueprint online Follow Dr. Stephanie Gray On Facebook| Instagram| Youtube | Twitter | LinkedIn Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic Podcast production by Team Podcast
Iowa Business Report Wednesday EditionNov. 12, 2025 Christopher Hale, founder of Smartphones Plus in Hiawatha, recently named to the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing American businesses.
I am excited to have Ashley Grabe joining me today for Part 1 of a two-part series, where she asks me about my new book, Your Fertility Blueprint: Renovating Your Reproductive Health, which will launch on Tuesday, November 25th. This is not just another fertility book. It's a groundbreaking guide that bridges the gap between functional and conventional medicine, written by someone who has lived the journey firsthand, both as a practitioner and a patient. Infertility can be a difficult topic to discuss, which is why this book truly matters. Whether you are just starting to plan a family or have been on this path for some time, it offers hope, validation, faith, and practical insights you will not find anywhere else. How to Optimize Your Fertility Take care of your reproductive health long before trying to conceive Trust your instincts and advocate for yourself if something seems wrong Lower inflammation levels by focusing on gut health and hormonal balance Boost antioxidant levels to strengthen egg and sperm quality Reduce toxins by avoiding plastics, chemicals, and EMF exposure Bio: Stephanie Gray Stephanie Gray, DNP, MS, ARNP, AGNP-C, ABAAHP, FAARFM, is a functional medicine provider who helps men and women build sustainable and optimal health and longevity so that they can focus on what matters most to them! Specifically, she helps women in midlife who feel like their bodies have betrayed them step back into their bodies by restoring optimal hormone levels so they can … regain their sleep, figure, mood, and feel amazing once again. She is known for keeping hormone replacement therapy sexy, safe, and effective. She is the Amazon best-selling author of her book Your Longevity Blueprint, host of the Your Longevity Blueprint podcast, and co-founder of Your Longevity Blueprint Nutraceuticals, with her husband, Eric. They enjoy spending time outside with their sons, William and Michael. They founded the Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic in Hiawatha, Iowa. In this episode: What I did to give my body the best chance of conceiving How my intuition and persistence helped me uncover my hidden health issues Why you need to pay attention to and act on your body's signals How I advocated for myself when conventional testing missed the root cause of my infertility How I reduced inflammation in my body by improving gut health and balancing my hormones The benefits of antioxidants for supporting egg and sperm quality The importance of reducing your exposure to toxins, plastics, and EMFs when trying to conceive Links and Resources: Relative Links for This Show: Use code CREATINE to get 10% off Creatine Your Longevity Blueprint Omega 3s – 60 capsules Your Longevity Blueprint: Methyl B Complex – 60 capsules Use Code: IHHC for 10% off or use https://go.shopc60.com/IHHC/ Follow Your Longevity Blueprint On Instagram| Facebook| Twitter| YouTube | LinkedIn Get your copy of the Your Longevity Blueprint book and claim your bonuses here Find Dr. Stephanie Gray and Your Longevity Blueprint online Follow Dr. Stephanie Gray On Facebook| Instagram| Youtube | Twitter | LinkedIn Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic Podcast production by Team Podcast
Polo grabbed momentum early, then Hiawatha fought back. But the Marcos had the answers in the second half and went on to defeat the Hawks 36-14 in their Illinois 8-Man Football Association first-round playoff game Saturday in Polo.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.
Sycamore starts the postseason with a trip to Cary-Grove, Kaneland hosts Lakes, and Hiawatha will face Polo for the second time in three weeks. We break down each game.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.
In the playoff brackets released by the IHSA Saturday night, No. 7 Kaneland will host No. 10 Lakes and No. 11 Sycamore will head to No. 6 Cary-Grove in the Class 5A bracket. Hiawatha will head to Polo in the eight-man playoffs.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.
Noah McKitrrick's field completed a wild fourth-quarter comeback for Kaneland against La Salle-Peru, Genoa-Kingston rolled past Rock Falls, while Sycamore, DeKalb and Hiawatha lost. We look back at Week 8.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.
Jaiden Lee had four touchdowns as Genoa-Kingston blew out Rock Falls, and Hiawatha fell to PoloBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.
Davon Grant set his second DeKalb receiving record in as many weeks, Sycamore held off La Salle-Peru, Hiawatha picked up win No. 5 and more in our Week 7 rewind.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.
All three phases kicked into gear in the second quarter as Hiawatha blocked a punt, recovered a fumble and scored on every full possession in the quarter to pull away to a 54-6 win over Rockford Christian Life on Saturday.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.
All three phases kicked into gear in the second quarter as Hiawatha blocked a punt, recovered a fumble and scored on every full possession in the quarter to pull away to a 54-6 win over Rockford Christian Life on Saturday.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.
Today, I shatter some myths, share some breakthrough research, and dive into how hormone optimization could be the missing piece in your health and longevity puzzle. Tune in for some life-changing insights. Key things to know when using HRT: Start bioidentical hormones within 10 years of menopause for the best results Choose safer delivery methods (not oral) to reduce risks When and how you take hormones is more important than the hormones you take Bio: Stephanie Gray Stephanie Gray, DNP, MS, ARNP, AGNP-C, ABAAHP, FAARFM, is a functional medicine provider who helps men and women build sustainable and optimal health and longevity so that they can focus on what matters most to them! Specifically, she helps women in midlife who feel like their bodies have betrayed them step back into their bodies by restoring optimal hormone levels so they can … regain their sleep, figure, mood, and feel amazing once again. She is known for keeping hormone replacement therapy sexy, safe, and effective. She is the Amazon best-selling author of her book Your Longevity Blueprint, host of the Your Longevity Blueprint podcast, and co-founder of Your Longevity Blueprint Nutraceuticals, with her husband, Eric. They enjoy spending time outside with their sons, William and Michael. They founded the Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic in Hiawatha, Iowa. In this episode: How HRT relieves symptoms faster than any other treatment in my clinical practice. How the Women's Health Initiative study misled patients despite its flaws How bioidentical hormones differ from synthetics The best time to start HRT The benefits of well-administered HRT The value of testosterone for women Why the delivery method matters How proper nutrition, gut health, and detoxing can enhance the safety and effectiveness of HRT Links and Resources: Relative Links for This Show: Your Longevity Blueprint DIM – 60 capsules Your Longevity Blueprint Methyl B Complex – 60 capsules Follow Your Longevity Blueprint On Instagram| Facebook| Twitter| YouTube | LinkedIn Get your copy of the Your Longevity Blueprint book and claim your bonuses here Find Dr. Stephanie Gray and Your Longevity Blueprint online Follow Dr. Stephanie Gray On Facebook| Instagram| Youtube | Twitter | LinkedIn Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic Podcast production by Team Podcast
Kaneland and Rochelle prepare to honor Dylan Manning before their meeting Friday, and Sycamore faces La Salle-Peru in a must-win game for the Spartans. Plus we look at DeKalb, Hiawatha and Genoa-Kingston in our preview capsules.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.
Sycamore and Kaneland clash in a big Interstate 8 showdown, DeKalb face pivotal test against undefeated Lincoln-Way Central, G-K faces winless Rockford Lutheran and Hiawatha will get a forfeit win.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.
Cole Latimer ran for three touchdowns and threw two more to Davon Grant to lead DeKalb past Stagg and Tim Pruitt tallied four scores for Hiawatha in Friday's Daily Chronicle football roundup.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.
Cole Latimer ran for three touchdowns and threw two more to Davon Grant to lead DeKalb past Stagg and Tim Pruitt tallied four scores for Hiawatha in Friday's Daily Chronicle football roundup.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/friday-night-drive--3534096/support.
Professor Kozlowski finally reaches the American Experiment. Today we discuss the Declaration of Independence, several of the Federalist Papers (and the response by the mysterious "Brutus"), the American Constitution, and the legend of Hiawatha the Unifier*. Along the way we will discuss the current state of the American Experiment and how the decisions of the founders may have overlooked potential abuses or exploits, as well as the concerns and preoccupations of the founders in their own time.*(I include the link to the Erdoes and Ortiz book where I found the myth; it's not in the public domain, and the downloads I found were pretty dodgy)EDIT: The doctrine of Judicial Review (i.e. the Supreme Court determining that laws are unconstitutional) is NOT originally laid out in the Constitution, but is a product of the landmark case Marbury v. Madison. As expected, I've already been corrected by more knowledgeable scholars of American History.Additional Readings include: Common Sense by Thomas Paine, the other writings of Thomas Jefferson (I don't have a specific collection or writing in mind, though...), and "What is the Slave to the 4th of July?" by Frederick Douglass. And today you get a double game recommendation: A Few Acres of Snow (board game - good luck finding it, though...), and Assassin's Creed III.If you're interested in Professor Kozlowski's other online projects, check out his website: professorkozlowski.wordpress.com
This Day in Legal History: Starve or SellOn August 15, 1876, the United States Congress passed a coercive measure aimed at forcing the Sioux Nation to relinquish their sacred lands in the Black Hills of present-day South Dakota. Known informally as the "starve or sell" bill, the legislation declared that no further federal appropriations would be made for the Sioux's food or supplies unless they ceded the Black Hills to the U.S. government. This came just two months after the Lakota and Northern Cheyenne had defeated General George Custer at the Battle of the Little Bighorn, a major blow to U.S. military prestige.The Black Hills had been guaranteed to the Sioux in the 1868 Treaty of Fort Laramie, which recognized their sovereignty over the area. But when gold was discovered there in 1874 during Custer's expedition, settlers and miners flooded the region, violating the treaty. Rather than remove the intruders, the federal government shifted blame and sought to pressure the Sioux into surrendering the land.The 1876 bill effectively weaponized hunger by conditioning life-sustaining aid on land cession. This tactic ignored treaty obligations and relied on exploiting the Sioux's vulnerability after a harsh winter and military setbacks. Despite resistance from many tribal leaders, the U.S. government eventually secured signatures under extreme duress. In 1980, the U.S. Supreme Court in United States v. Sioux Nation of Indians ruled that the Black Hills were taken illegally and ordered compensation—money the Sioux have famously refused, insisting instead on the return of the land.Russian state-sponsored hackers infiltrated the U.S. federal court system and secretly accessed sealed records for years by exploiting stolen user credentials and a vulnerability in an outdated server. The breach, which remained undisclosed until recently, involved the deliberate targeting of sealed documents tied to sensitive matters like espionage, fraud, money laundering, and foreign agents. These records, normally protected by court order, often include details about confidential informants and active investigations. Investigators believe the hackers were backed by the Russian government, though they haven't been officially named in public disclosures.The Department of Justice has confirmed that “special measures” are now being taken to protect individuals potentially exposed in the breach. Acting Assistant Attorney General Matt Galeotti said that while technical and procedural safeguards are being implemented broadly, the DOJ is focusing particular attention on cases where sensitive information may have been compromised. He did not provide specifics but acknowledged that the situation demands urgent and tailored responses. Judges across the country were reportedly alerted in mid-July that at least eight federal court districts had been affected.This breach follows an earlier major compromise in 2020, also attributed to Russian actors, involving malicious code distributed through SolarWinds software. In response to both incidents, the judiciary has ramped up its cybersecurity efforts, including implementing multifactor authentication and revising policies on how sealed documents are handled. Some courts now require such documents to be filed only in hard copy. However, officials and experts alike have criticized Congress for underfunding judicial cybersecurity infrastructure, leaving it vulnerable to increasingly sophisticated attacks.The situation raises ongoing concerns about the security of national security cases and the exposure of individuals whose cooperation with law enforcement was meant to remain confidential. Lawmakers have requested classified briefings, and President Trump, who is set to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin, acknowledged the breach but downplayed its significance.Russian Hackers Lurked in US Courts for Years, Took Sealed FilesUS taking 'special measures' to protect people possibly exposed in court records hack | ReutersA federal trial in California is testing the legal boundaries of the U.S. military's role in domestic affairs, focusing on President Donald Trump's deployment of troops to Los Angeles during protests in June. California Governor Gavin Newsom sued Trump, arguing the deployment of 700 Marines and 4,000 National Guard troops violated the Posse Comitatus Act, an 1878 law that prohibits the military from engaging in civilian law enforcement. Testimony revealed that troops, including armed units and combat vehicles, were involved in activities like detaining individuals and supporting immigration raids—actions critics argue cross into law enforcement.The Justice Department defended Trump's actions, asserting that the Constitution permits the president to deploy troops to protect federal property and personnel. They also claimed California lacks the standing to challenge the deployment in civil court, since Posse Comitatus is a criminal statute that can only be enforced through prosecution. U.S. District Judge Charles Breyer expressed concern about the lack of clear limits on presidential authority in such matters and questioned whether the logic behind the Justice Department's arguments would allow indefinite military involvement in domestic policing.Military officials testified that decisions in the field—such as setting up perimeters or detaining people—were made under broad interpretations of what constitutes protecting federal interests. The case took on added urgency when, on the trial's final day, Trump ordered 800 more National Guard troops to patrol Washington, D.C., citing high crime rates, despite statistical declines. The Justice Department has also invoked the president's immunity for official acts under a 2024 Supreme Court ruling, further complicating California's legal path.Trial shows fragility of limits on US military's domestic role | ReutersThe U.S. legal sector added jobs for the fifth consecutive month in July, nearing its all-time high of 1.2 million positions set in December 2023, according to preliminary Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) data. While this signals positive momentum, long-term growth remains modest; employment is only 1.7% higher than its May 2007 peak, showing how the 2008 financial crisis and the pandemic stalled progress. Big law firms, however, have seen major gains: between 1999 and 2021, the top 200 firms nearly doubled their lawyer headcount and saw revenues grow by 172%.Still, the wider legal job market—including paralegals and administrative staff—hasn't kept pace. Technological efficiencies and AI have reduced reliance on support staff, and the lawyer-to-staff ratio has declined steadily. Some general counsels are now using AI tools instead of outside firms for tasks like summarizing cases and compiling data, suggesting further disruption is on the horizon. Meanwhile, superstar lawyers at elite firms now earn upward of $10 million a year, driven by rising billing rates and high-demand corporate work.Broader U.S. job growth lagged in July, with the BLS issuing significant downward revisions for previous months. President Trump responded by firing BLS Commissioner Erika McEntarfer, accusing her without evidence of data manipulation. On the law firm side, Boies Schiller is handling high-profile litigation over Florida's immigration policies, with rates topping $875 an hour for partners. Separately, Eversheds Sutherland reported a 10% jump in global revenue, citing strong performance in its U.S. offices and a new Silicon Valley branch.US legal jobs are rising again, but gains are mixed | ReutersThe U.S. Supreme Court has declined to temporarily block a Mississippi law requiring social media platforms to verify users' ages and obtain parental consent for minors, while a legal challenge from tech industry group NetChoice moves through the courts. NetChoice, whose members include Meta, YouTube, and Snapchat, argues the law violates the First Amendment's free speech protections. Although Justice Brett Kavanaugh acknowledged the law is likely unconstitutional, he stated that NetChoice hadn't met the high standard necessary to halt enforcement at this early stage.The Mississippi law, passed unanimously by the state legislature, requires platforms to make “commercially reasonable” efforts to verify age and secure “express consent” from a parent or guardian before allowing minors to create accounts. The state can impose both civil and criminal penalties for violations. NetChoice initially won limited relief in lower court rulings, with a federal judge pausing enforcement against some of its members, but the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals reversed that pause without explanation.Mississippi officials welcomed the Supreme Court's decision to allow the law to remain in effect for now, calling it a chance for “thoughtful consideration” of the legal issues. Meanwhile, NetChoice sees the order as a procedural setback but remains confident about the eventual outcome, citing Kavanaugh's statement. The case marks the first time the Supreme Court has been asked to weigh in on a state social media age-check law. Similar laws in seven other states have already been blocked by courts. Tech companies, facing increasing scrutiny over their platforms' impact on minors, insist they already provide parental controls and moderation tools.US Supreme Court declines for now to block Mississippi social media age-check law | ReutersThis week's closing theme is by Samuel Coleridge-Taylor.On this day in 1875, Samuel Coleridge-Taylor was born in London to an English mother and a Sierra Leonean father. A composer of striking originality and lyricism, Coleridge-Taylor rose to prominence in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, earning acclaim on both sides of the Atlantic. Often dubbed the “African Mahler” by American press during his tours of the U.S., he became a symbol of Black excellence in classical music at a time when such recognition was rare. He studied at the Royal College of Music under Charles Villiers Stanford, and by his early twenties, had already composed his most famous work, Hiawatha's Wedding Feast, which became a staple of British choral repertoire.Coleridge-Taylor's music blended Romanticism with rhythmic vitality, often inflected with the spirituals and folk influences he encountered during his visits to the United States. He was deeply inspired by African-American musical traditions and maintained a lifelong interest in promoting racial equality through the arts. His catalogue includes choral works, chamber music, orchestral pieces, and songs—each marked by melodic richness and emotional depth.This week, we close with the fifth and final movement of his 5 Fantasiestücke, Op. 5—titled "Dance." Composed when he was just 18, the piece captures the youthful exuberance and technical elegance that would characterize his career. Lively, rhythmically playful, and tinged with charm, “Dance” is a fitting celebration of Coleridge-Taylor's enduring legacy and a reminder of the brilliance he achieved in his all-too-brief life.Without further ado, Samuel Coleridge Taylor's 5 Fantasiestücke, Op. 5 – enjoy! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe
This week, we sit down with Coach Sal Sepulveda of Hiawatha Park Youth Baseball to discuss what it takes to build a strong community-driven program.Coach Sal shares powerful insight into coaching the next generation, creating a positive culture, and why youth baseball is about so much more than wins and losses.
Today, I pull back the curtain on my daily routine for optimizing my health and energy, sharing tools from my personal biohacking toolkit and clarifying the science behind how these simple interventions can radically transform the way you feel and function. In this episode, we explore how your cells are constantly under attack, the benefits of EMF mitigation, and the unexpected ways that blue light disrupts sleep and metabolism. I also explain how red light laser therapy can stimulate hair regrowth at a cellular level and why morning sunlight might be the most powerfully effective biohack available for free. If you have ever wondered whether these biohacking tools are science-based or just expensive placebos, this episode is for you. Tune in for a breakdown of exactly what happens in your body and some actionable steps you can take immediately to start optimizing your health. The Benefits of Red Light Therapy: Stimulates collagen production Reduces inflammation Improves circulation Accelerates wound healing Supports mental and emotional health Dr. Stephanie Gray's Bio: Stephanie Gray, DNP, FAARFM, is a functional medicine provider and mother who helps men and women build sustainable and optimal health and longevity so they can focus on what matters most to them! She is an Amazon best-selling author of her book Your Longevity Blueprint, host of the Your Longevity Blueprint podcast, and co-founder of Your Longevity Blueprint Nutraceuticals with her husband, Eric. They founded the Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic in Hiawatha, Iowa. In this episode: How EMFs disrupt your physical health The biohacking interventions I use to mitigate the effects of EMF exposure Why blue light-blocking glasses are essential for kids and adults How red light hair growth laser therapy works, its benefits, and how it helped me reduce my postpartum hair loss How exposure to morning light resets your circadian rhythm and improves sleep The benefits of combining salt and light therapies How the Oura ring helps you track your sleep and recovery How Pulsetto Vagus Nerve Stimulator works as an instant stress reduction button How the WavWatch uses sound frequency as a medicine The value of stacking various interventions and supplements to biohack your health Links and Resources: Use code BRAINMAG to get 10% off Neuro Magnesium Support Try Halo (Salt) Therapy for respiratory and skin health. Call 319-363-0033 to schedule your session. Relative Links for This Show: Episode 209: Sound Therapy with WavWatch, Part 1 with Linda Bamber-Olson Episode 217: Halotherapy (Salt Therapy) with Leo Tonkin Follow Your Longevity Blueprint On Instagram| Facebook| Twitter| YouTube | LinkedIn Get your copy of the Your Longevity Blueprint book and claim your bonuses here Find Dr. Stephanie Gray and Your Longevity Blueprint online Follow Dr. Stephanie Gray On Facebook| Instagram| Youtube | Twitter | LinkedIn Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic Podcast production by Team Podcast
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