Podcasts about Morning Light

In today's episode, Dani breaks down why morning light - yes, simply going outside at or just before sunrise - is the first and most important step in improving your blood sugar, hormones, metabolism, and sleep.If you've heard Dani talk about “the sunrise thing” but haven't implemented it yet… this episode will finally help it click. You'll learn what happens inside your body when sunrise light hits your eyes and skin, why artificial blue light derails your hormones, and how a simple shift in your morning routine can massively improve energy, cravings, insulin sensitivity, thyroid function, and sleep quality.Dani also shares client wins, real-life examples, troubleshooting tips for busy mornings, and a step-by-step guide to building your own sunrise routine - even if you have kids, work early, or live in a cloudy climate.What You'll LearnWhat your circadian rhythm actually is — and why it controls everythingWhy sunrise light is a unique signal your brain can't get from any other light sourceHow morning light stabilizes cortisol, blood sugar, and insulinHow sunrise supports thyroid hormones, leptin signaling, and metabolic flexibilityWhy artificial blue light first thing in the morning causes blood sugar spikesHow sunrise builds melatonin in the mitochondria (not just the pineal gland)Why good sleep actually starts in the morningHow to build a realistic sunrise routine — without perfectionismWhat to do if you wake up before sunrise, work early, or can't get outsideThe best apps to track sunrise, UV, and circadian light cyclesWhy sunrise is “God's medicine” and one of the simplest healing tools we haveMake sure to check out this link to Fullscript.com to get your lifetime 10% discount on my Supplement Store! (Plus, get an extra 10% Nov 27-Dec 3, 2025 during their BFCM sale!)Join Blood Sugar Mastery and save 50% off with code BLACKFRIDAY! STAY IN TOUCH WITH ME:You can find me:On Instagram @daniellehamiltonhealth On Facebook at Danielle Hamilton Health.My website is daniellehamiltonhealth.com (scroll down to sign up for my Newsletter!)On my YouTube Channel (make sure you subscribe!)Thank you for subscribing, rating, reviewing, sharing and reposting the show! I appreciate each and every one of you!

My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Daniel Robert Mazur, author of the book Beyond the Morning Light. Daniel Robert Mazur is an entrepreneur and author based in Florida. Raised in a strict, religious household in Syracuse, NY, he broke away from those beliefs and began a journey toward personal authenticity. His debut memoir, COR Values, was published in January 2024.   His second book, Beyond the Morning Light (published December 5, 2024), is a quiet, introspective novel that unfolds over a single day in the life of a 17-year-old boy. After a fall from his bunk bed leaves him housebound, he faces family tensions, spiritual awakening, and societal expectations—leading him to confront the weight of belief, identity, and emotional growth. The narrative blends fiction with real-life experiences and has earned praise for its thoughtful depth, emotional resonance, and spiritual insight.   In my book review, I stated Beyond the Morning Light is a contemporary fiction based on the author's life story. For those who want to know more, Daniel has written a memoir, COR Values.   As a Christian, it is sometimes difficult to read works that dismiss God as a creator and loving father. However, I enjoy diving deep into things unknown, and Daniel does that in this book. He examines such things as self-awareness, living authentically, family dynamics, emotional resilience, and personal growth.   I think that reading a book with a different mindset can be exactly what the doctor ordered. Though I disagree with some of his conclusions, the book caused me to think about who I am, what I believe, and why. Despite our differences, I agree with many of his ideas, especially the one stating that people tend to do what is easy and comfortable rather than what is right. We see this all the time in our world today.   If you want a book that will make you think, then this is the book for you.   Subscribe to Online for Authors to learn about more great books! https://www.youtube.com/@onlineforauthors?sub_confirmation=1   Join the Novels N Latte Book Club community to discuss this and other books with like-minded readers: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3576519880426290   You can follow Author Daniel Robert Mazur Website: CORValues.net IG: @corvaluesbook X: @CORValuesBook   Purchase Beyond the Morning Light on Amazon: Paperback: https://amzn.to/3H7ff91 Ebook: https://amzn.to/3UBCVW5   Teri M Brown, Author and Podcast Host: https://www.terimbrown.com FB: @TeriMBrownAuthor IG: @terimbrown_author X: @terimbrown1   Want to be a guest on Online for Authors? Send Teri M Brown a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/member/onlineforauthors   #danielrobertmazur #beyondthemorninglight #contemporaryfiction #terimbrownauthor #authorpodcast #onlineforauthors #characterdriven #researchjunkie #awardwinningauthor #podcasthost #podcast #readerpodcast #bookpodcast #writerpodcast #author #books #goodreads #bookclub #fiction #writer #bookreview *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Morning Light welcomes Pam Jaszkowiak & Mike Turner from the Idaho Lay Dominicans to continue their series on the Doctors of the Church…today, they share the original four Doctors.  

Chef Lou Aaron could not join Morning Light today so we offer this "best of" segment from November 15, 2022 talking about DATES!

Jarrod Crump could not join Morning Light today - his wife delivered their 4th daughter yesterday morning so we congratulate them and leave you with this discussion we had with Jarrod from Nov. of last year.

During our weekly Passionately Pro-Life segment, Morning Light welcomes Wendy Ripley with Idaho Chooses Life to talk about their fundraising dinner scheduled for December 12th featuring guest speaker - Dr. Alveda King! Get more details at:  https://idahochooseslife.org 

Salt & Light Radio celebrates the life-changing work of all our Catholic communities with our Parish of the Week program. To nominate your church, send an email to Morning Light at Salt and Light Radio-dot-com. Morning Light talks with Sister Janet from the Monastery of St. Gertrude in Cottonwood, our next Parish of the Week!

Are you ready to Learn the Faith? From homily highlights to critical catechesis, Morning Light brings you a blend of lessons from the priests, deacons and religious sisters you know and trust. Today, Fr. Justin Brady from St. Paul's parish in Nampa, helps us with our "attitude of gratitude" with Thanksgiving approaching...as well as wrapping up this Jubilee Year of Hope.

Brian Crain is an American pianist and composer whose music has been streamed more than six billion times. Born in Hollywood, Brian grew up creating melodies by ear—often whistling tunes he made up on the spot. His father was an award-winning educational filmmaker, and Brian spent part of his youth helping with film projects, which sparked his interest in writing music for pictures. Though he briefly took piano lessons as a child, he mostly taught himself by improvising at the family piano between baseball practices—balancing dreams of being a professional ballplayer with a growing pull toward composition. In his early twenties, Brian began writing music for films alongside his father, before releasing his own solo piano albums. His breakout came with Morning Light, leading to a career of more than twenty albums that blend contemporary classical, cinematic storytelling, and minimalist elegance. His duet albums Piano and Cello Duet and Piano and Violin Duet have inspired musicians around the world to perform his work, and pieces like Butterfly Waltz and Song for Sienna have become global favorites. Brian's music has been featured in films, commercials, and broadcasts internationally, and in 2013 he was named Honorary Cultural Ambassador for Yeongwol, South Korea. Today, he continues to compose and perform music rooted in curiosity, emotional resonance, and the simple joy of creating. You can find his music on any streaming app, or visit his website at briancrain.com

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Morning Light presents our weekly "Works of Mercy" segment. Today we welcome back Ralph May, Executive Director of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul SW Idaho, to talk about…1) Thanksgiving Food Boxes, 2) taking food boxes to Gowen Food,  3)  Christmas Toy Store  

When it comes to managing the Diocese of Boise, there are a LOT of moving parts!  Morning Light now gives you a "Peek Inside the Pastoral Center."  Who are the people that serve our Diocese?  Let's find out… Andrew Furphy, Director of Youth & Young Adult Evangelization, here today to talk about the 2027 World Youth Day and the group from the Diocese of Boise who will be attending. Learn more at:  https://www.evangelizeidaho.com/wydinfo   

St. John Paul the Great called it the "feminine genius." Catholic women strive to live the Faith with courage and grace. Morning Light now brings you Blessed & Beautiful featuring women from all walks of life to guide us along Christ's path.  Diann Scheetz joins us in-studio today to talk about "Radical Hospitality"  

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Michael Keck joins Morning Light today to share details on the Boise Chapter of Legatus - an organization that encourages business AND faith!

Mary Wax joins Morning Light to discuss the topic of "indulgences" on today's episode of Why Catholics Do That.

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What's going on these days at Salt & Light Radio? Well, we're glad you asked! Let's shine the SpotLight on one of our Beacon of Light sponsors - Roland Corral from Fathom Realty. Please support those who support our radio ministry - get a full list of Beacon of Light sponsors on our website:  https://www.saltandlightradio.com/beacons 

Morning Light presents "Faith & Feasts" as Teresa Zepeda talks with Katie Bogner about her book on Advent (which begins Nov. 30th so you have time to order this great book!)

Roland Corral from St. Paul's in Nampa stops by Morning Light to share his thoughts on this month's topic of "giving thanks" during our new MAN UP! segment.

Morning Light welcomes back Alanna Burg & Josh Andrus from the Idaho Lay Dominicans as they kick-off a series on the Doctors of the Church.  

Morning Light now brings you CATHOLIC COUNSELING, where we've assembled a panel of experts to help Catholics maintain good mental health.  Enjoy today's session with Dr. Kathy Edwards from Cornerstone Psychological Associates in Boise, talking about "Giving Thanks" Psalm 107:1: "Oh give thanks to the Lord, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever!" Psalm 7:17: "I will give to the Lord the thanks due to his righteousness, and I will sing praise to the name of the Lord, the Most High." 1 Thessalonians 5:18: "Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you" Philippians 4:6: "Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God." Psalm 28:7: The Lord is my strength and my shield; in him my heart trusts, and I am helped; my heart exults, and with my song I give thanks to him.  

He's the owner of Westside Drive In AND a Deacon at Our Lady of the Rosary parish in east Boise. Order up!  Morning Light presents COOKING WITH SCRIPTURE as Chef Lou Aaron provides you with the most delicious Bible study you'll ever hear on the radio!  

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Morning Light talks with Dcn. Floyd Loomis as he shares details on our next Parish of the Week - St. Katherine Drexel Chapel in Cascade. 

Melissa Hemphill, Regional Coordinator for Silent No More, returns to Morning Light today to talk about finding hope after abortion during the holiday season.  Learn more at www.SilentNoMoreAwareness.org  

Today on our Works of Mercy segment, Morning Light welcomes back Eddie Trask, Executive Director from Catholic Charities of Idaho, to share results from their recent Harvest of Hope Gala along with upcoming events to round out this year as well as goals for 2026.  

Morning Light talks with Philip A. Janquart, Editor of the Idaho Catholic Register, here to walk us through the latest issue hot off the press! (Along for the ride, we meet Marco Roman - Director of Communications for the Diocese of Boise!)  

Diana Carrillo joins Morning Light today during our Blessed & Beautiful segment to talk about  the difficult topic "Shame & Unworthiness" - how do we shed the negative thoughts and remember we are a beloved child of God?  

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Sister Joaquim is with the Mission of Hope in Gode, Ethiopia. During today's "Vocation Station" segment of Morning Light, she shares her mission of supporting women and children with food, medical concerns and education as they work toward eventual self-sustainability. To learn more, contact: trustees.missionofhope@gmail.com 

Mary Wax answers the question "Do We RE-sacrifice Jesus at Mass?"

Gina Schmidt returns to Morning Light during our Faith Community Nursing segment. November is Diabetes Awareness Month and Gina shares signs & symptoms, statistics, treatment options and even shares a new Patron Saint!  Learn more at:  https://diabetes.org 

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Morning Light shines this week's SpotLight on Natalie Lair as she showcases a recent interview on the Desert Wanderers Podcast.

The theme for MAN UP! during the month of November is obviously - "Giving Thanks" - Kevan Grant, Principal of St. Mary's Catholic School in Boise, joins Morning Light today to share some of the things he is thankful for.

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Do you want more daylight in the morning or in the evening? Michael dives into the deceptively simple question behind today's smerconish.com poll — unpacking the history, science, and strong opinions surrounding daylight saving time. Plus, he recaps recent poll results, from AI fears to anthem preferences, and explains why the daylight debate never seems to end. Listen here and then vote at smerconish.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, we sit down with Danielle Hamilton, a quantum and circadian health practitioner and blood sugar expert, to explore how light, sunlight exposure, and seasonal rhythms profoundly impact our metabolic and hormonal health.Danielle shares how she reversed her own PCOS and insulin resistance by aligning her lifestyle with natural cycles — embracing sunlight, grounding, and understanding how blue light, EMFs, and artificial environments affect our biology.You'll learn why light is the body's “master timekeeper,” how morning and evening sun regulate cortisol and melatonin, and why your skin, hormones, and even cravings depend on when and how you get light.She also breaks down practical, science-backed ways to support blood sugar naturally — from sunrise routines to blocking blue light at night, syncing with the seasons, and using tools like infrared light and grounding to restore cellular health.Timestamps:00:00 – Intro: Welcome to the Kick Sugar Summit and special documentary announcement.01:06 – Meet Danielle Hamilton: Her background, healing story, and journey from metabolic imbalance to light biology.02:28 – Discovering Light as Medicine: How sunlight, water, and circadian rhythms changed her understanding of health.04:24 – The Body's Electric Blueprint: Why biophysics — not just biochemistry — drives our metabolism.06:46 – Light as the Body's Timekeeper: How our circadian clock organizes hormones, digestion, and energy.09:06 – Blue Light and Nighttime Metabolism: How screens and artificial light sabotage sleep and blood sugar.13:52 – Practical Fixes: How to block blue light, use incandescent bulbs, and improve melatonin.16:11 – EMFs and Cellular Hydration: The link between Wi-Fi, calcium channels, and disrupted rest.20:18 – Morning Light & Blood Sugar: Why sunrise exposure resets your metabolism and improves cortisol.24:23 – Infrared Light & Mitochondria: How red light improves glucose utilization and mitochondrial efficiency.26:49 – Water, Electrons & Energy: The science behind structured water (exclusion zone) and cellular charge.30:49 – Winter & Circadian Adaptation: How to work with seasons, light cycles, and grounding.37:03 – UVA & UVB Explained: Benefits of sunlight phases and why supplements can't replace the sun.44:13 – Sunscreen & Melanin Myths: Rethinking SPF, skin health, and building natural solar resilience.55:22 – Seasonal Eating: Matching your diet to nature's cycles for better metabolic balance.57:39 – Cold, Darkness & Winter Healing: Why embracing the seasons supports repair and fat burning.01:04:01 – The Emotional Medicine of Nature: Why slowing down, grounding, and receiving sunlight restores body and soul.01:05:58 – Where to Find Danielle: Instagram @DanielleHamiltonHealth, podcast Light Up Your Metabolism, and resources at SunsenseUV.com.Link to book a discovery call: https://calendly.com/daniellehamiltonhealth/discoverycallBlood Sugar Mastery - Enrolling now for November Cohort - get on the waitlist: https://www.daniellehamiltonhealth.com/blood-sugar-masteryQualia Life: Head to qualialife.com/DANI and use the code DANI to get a discount!

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Lynne Peeples is an author and journalist covering science, health, and the environment. Her writing has appeared in The Guardian, Scientific American, Nature, HuffPost, NBC News, The Atlantic, and other publications. Before becoming a journalist, she crunched numbers as a biostatistician for HIV clinical trials and environmental health studies. Peeples is a recipient of an MIT Knight Science Journalism fellowship and an Alfred P. Sloan Foundation book grant. She also holds master's degrees in biostatistics from the Harvard School of Public Health and in science journalism from New York University. She lives in Seattle. SHOWNOTES: