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What's actually happening in the body when yoga helps you "calm down"? In this behind-the-scenes lesson pulled directly from the Uplifted 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training, we explore the nervous system science behind yoga, and why practices like breathwork, inversions, mantra, repetition, and Savasana can profoundly shift your stress response. You'll learn why yoga isn't just about relaxing, but about building awareness, resilience, and the ability to move skillfully between stress and recovery. We explore:

If you've ever wondered how to stay vibrant, joyful, and full of purpose as the years go by, today's program is for you. Our guest is Susan Smith Jones, PhD—one of the nation's leading holistic health and lifestyle experts. For three decades, Susan taught healthy living at UCLA and has inspired millions worldwide through her books, speaking engagements, media appearances, and wellness programs.Today she'll share simple yet powerful ways to age gracefully—not just physically, but emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. You'll discover how kindness, gratitude, faith, healthy living, and even spending more time in nature can help you feel younger in spirit and more energized in life.Susan's wisdom is practical, uplifting, and refreshingly hopeful. So, grab a cup of tea, a pen and paper, and get ready to be inspired. Susan, welcome to the program!About Dr. Susan   For a woman blessed with three of America's most ordinary names, Susan Smith Jones, PhD, has led an extraordinarily inspiring life. A renowned holistic health expert, motivational speaker, author, and lifestyle educator, Susan spent 30 years teaching students, staff, and faculty at UCLA how to live healthier, happier, and more balanced lives.Long before wellness became a global movement, Susan was helping people discover the life-changing power of healthy eating, positive thinking, stress reduction, spiritual connection, and joyful living.Known for her warmth, wisdom, and uplifting spirit, Susan has appeared on radio and television programs around the world and is the author of numerous books on health, longevity, personal growth, and inspiration. Her latest books include A HUG IN A MUG, UPLIFTED, and her newest Gold-Medal Award-Winning inspirational novelette, JOY & THE BUTTERFLY—a heartwarming story touching readers of all ages and reminding us that it's never too late to discover joy, purpose, courage, and transformation.Whether she's speaking to audiences, leading workshops, writing books, or sharing wellness tips, Susan's mission remains the same: to help people create lives filled with vibrant health, inner peace, faith, purpose, and joy.SusanSmithJones.com 

In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, Mark is joined by Josh Hammer, Newsweek's Senior Editor at Large and the Host of The Josh Hammer Show on 97.1 FM Talk. They discuss FIFA's decision to suspend Folarin Balogun's one game suspension for tonight's US vs Belgium World Cup game, the left continuing to grow more extreme and more. He is then joined by Scott Faughn, the Host of “This Week in Missouri”. They discuss whether or not Amendment 5 can win on the upcoming August Missouri primary ballot. In hour 2, Sue hosts, "Sue's News" where she discusses the latest trending entertainment news, this day in history, the random fact of the day and more. Mark is then joined by Mike Gonzalez, a Senior Fellow at the Heritage Foundation and the Co-Author of “NextGen Marxism: What is it and How to Combat it.” They discuss the Trump Administration's new report on thousands of examples of how the Smithsonian Museum is failing its basic task of showcasing American history. He is later joined by KSDK Sports Director Frank Cusumano. They discuss the Cardinals big series win over the Cubs as well as the USMNT's World Cup match against Belgium. In hour 3, Mark is joined by Bill King, a Research Fellow at Rice University's Baker Institute, a former businessman, lawyer, opinion columnist and editorial board member at the House Chronicle and the author of "Unapologetically Moderate". King was in New York City over the Fourth of July and shares what he saw. Mark is then joined by Mr. Soccer, Bill McDermott. He previews tonight's United States vs Belgium World Cup Round of 16 match. Who has the edge? How will Balogun's suspension being banned impact things? They wrap up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.

What if the patterns running your life didn't start with you? In this conversation, I sit down with Uplifted alum Amy Hunter to talk about the deeper work of somatic coaching, recovery, and healing family-of-origin patterns. Amy has taken multiple trainings inside the Uplifted ecosystem — including 200-hour, 300-hour, Kundalini, Embodied Yoga Life Coaching, and most recently the AI course — and now brings all of that into her own coaching practice. Together, we explore what it looks like to move from self-awareness into real change. In this episode, we cover:

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In the seventh episode of season 5, of Disruptors at Work: An Integrated Care Podcast, special host Nicole Heuer, Doctor of Behavioral Health (DBH) program student at Cummings Graduate Institute for Behavioral Health Studies (CGI), is joined by Dr. Ronke Komolafe, DBH, MBA, Founder and CEO of Advancing Integrated Health, and Dr. Hokehe Eko, pediatrician and CEO of Glow Pediatrics, for a discussion on autism-informed care and integrated healthcare delivery. The conversation explores how overlooking autism in treatment planning leads to misdiagnosis and fragmented care, then turns to practical system-level changes healthcare organizations can implement to improve outcomes for autistic patients.About the Podcast Guests:Nicole Heuer, MS, BCBA, LBANicole Heuer, MS, BCBA, is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst in New York and a doctoral student in Behavioral Health. Her clinical work focuses on supporting autistic children and adolescents in school-based settings, with an emphasis on behavior regulation, skill-building, and systems-level collaboration. She specializes in translating behavior analytic principles into practical, humane, and sustainable supports for teachers and families, with a strong focus on proactive intervention, environmental design, and consistency across settings.As a neurodivergent clinician diagnosed with autism in adulthood, Nicole brings both professional expertise and lived experience to her work. Her academic and clinical interests include autism diagnosis disparities, integrated care models, and adapting mental health interventions to better meet autistic needs across the lifespan. She is particularly passionate about bridging the gap between behavioral, educational, and mental health systems to improve outcomes for individuals who are often underserved by traditional service models.Dr. Ronke Komolafe, DBH, MBADr. Ronke Komolafe is a strategic healthcare leader, business executive, and nationally recognized advocate for integrated mental, physical, and social health. She is the Founder and CEO of Advancing Integrated Health and the Integrated Physical and Behavioral Health Alliance, leading national work in value-based care, population health, and digital transformation. Her career spans more than 15 years of innovation across healthcare operations, behavioral health systems, technology, and public policy, advising government agencies on improving outcomes, reducing costs, and elevating the experience of both patients and providers.As an associate professor, Dr. Komolafe is known for her clarity, rigor, and ability to translate complex healthcare concepts into practical, real-world skill. She teaches leadership, population health, and integrated care at  the Cummings Graduate Institute, where she has built a track record of strengthening student performance and equipping learners with actionable frameworks they can implement immediately. Her teaching style blends evidence-based practice with industry insight, giving students a competitive edge in navigating modern healthcare environments. She holds a Doctorate in Behavioral Health and an MBA, bringing a unique blend of clinical insight and business strategy.Dr. Hokehe Eko, MD, MPH, FAAPDr. Hokehe Eko, Mom, Board Certified Pediatrician, TedX Speaker , Author and CEO of Glow Pediatrics partners with parents of children with ADHD/Autism to address the root causes of their children's behaviors so they GLOW with health from the inside out using Integrative Pediatric Medicine.  She is also CEO of Kits of Hope, a 501 (3) organization, sharing love, hope, and dignity with children in foster care. She has been featured on PBS, Autism Research Institute, NPR, AfroTech, Business Insider, Thrive Global and Authority Magazine.  She has given Keynotes on Healthy and Uplifted webinars, Kids Brain and Parenting Summits, spoken on multiple podcasts such as Doctors changing medicine, Doctors unbound, the On-air Advocate, Motherhood, Melanin, and Medicine.  

Uplifted by a sweeping, jazz-infused score, We Shall Someday is an original musical following three generations of a southern Black family, as they each encounter and confront acts of racial injustice. Offering an exploration of our past to propel us forward with conviction and hope, We Shall Someday ​​examines how we​ continue the fight ​for freedom and justice. The show begins in 1961 when Julius makes the decision to join the Freedom Rides. The second act follows his daughter, Ruby, as she wrestles with how to respond when Jay, her teen son, is brutally attack​ed by the police. The third and final act continues in 1992, on the heels of the Rodney King verdict, with Jay, as he weighs his choice to join the movement. With searing vocals and deeply personal truths, We Shall Someday is a galvanizing and moving new work about the family bonds that hold us together and the courage, resolve, and direction needed to keep moving forward. 

RNL FUN FRIDAY! Special Guests ART SHAMSKY, legendary baseball player, member of the 1969 Miracle Mets and author of books The Magnificent Seasons: How the Jets, Mets, and Knicks Made Sports History and Uplifted a City and the Country and Mets Stories I Only Tell My Friends. CLINT RAMOS, Visual Director for Lincoln Center's Summer for the City.  This week on Radio Night Live, the city is buzzing with excitement as the Knicks parade brought out millions of fans to celebrate their NBA championship win. The energy was palpable, with people of all ages and backgrounds coming together to cheer on their team. But amidst the joy and celebration, there were also some tense moments, including a few "knuckleheads" who tried to climb on scaffolding to get a better view. The episode delves into the details of the parade, with the hosts discussing the estimated two to four million people in attendance and the challenges of getting into the parade area. They also touch on the importance of community and unity, highlighting how the Knicks' win brought people together in a way that transcended individualism. The conversation also explores the parallels between the 1969 Mets and the current Knicks team, with a legendary baseball player, Art Shamsky sharing his insights on what made those teams so special. The episode also features a fascinating conversation with CLINT RAMOS, Visual Director for Lincoln Center's Summer for the City. He is currently working on a project at Lincoln Center, where they're creating a vibrant and inclusive space for the Summer for the City festival. Clint discusses the importance of community engagement and the role of art in bringing people together. If you want to hear more about the excitement of the Knicks parade, the parallels between the 1969 Mets and the current Knicks team, and the creative vision behind Lincoln Center's Summer for the City festival, tune in to this episode of Radio Night Live.

 The Miraculous Human Body: How to Nurture & Protect Your Greatest GiftWorking W.O.N.D.E.R.S. on Your Wellness in 7 Simple Steps with Susan Smith Jones, PhDSusan is using an acronym for W.O.N.D.E.R.S. to discuss the 7 pillars for healing, creating vibrant health and living a more positive, balanced lifestyle at any age.Leading holistic health and lifestyle educator and author, Susan Smith Jones, PhD, will talk to us today about some of her surefire tips to heal the body and create vibrant health at any age. For over 40 years, Susan has been teaching people worldwide about healthy living for overall well-being and longevity. As our guest will tell us today, it encompasses various aspects such as diet, exercise, mental health, and lifestyle choices that collectively contribute to a better quality of life. And as she details in A HUG IN A MUG, the body, mind and spirit are interconnected and whole-body healing and vitality start with respecting the body as a true WONDER of nature. In this book, she writes: “Wellness starts with simple habits. Consistency keeps them working for you.” Today Susan will cover her 7 pillars of vibrant health at any age. Get out your pen and paper because you'll want to take notes. Welcome Susan!ABOUT SUSAN   For a woman with three of America's most ordinary names, Susan Smith Jones, PhD, has certainly made extraordinary contributions in the fields of holistic health, anti-aging & longevity, optimum nutrition and balanced living. For starters, she taught students, staff and faculty at UCLA how to be healthy and fit for 30 years! Susan travels internationally as a frequent media talk show guest; she is also the author of many books, including her latest 4 books… 1) A HUG IN A MUG: Revitalize with Superfoods & Healthy Living Extras, 2) UPLIFTED: 12 Minutes to More Joy, Faith, Kindness, Peace & Vitality and her two award-winning children's books 3) JOY & THE BUTTERFLY and 4) VEGETABLE SOUP/THE FRUIT BOWL (a 2-in-1 nutrition book for ages 2 - 10). Refer to her website for more info about Susan, her books and her empowering work.SusanSmithJones.com 

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In the first hour of the show, Matt Spiegel & Dan Wiederer were joined by Cubs 2nd baseman Nico Hoerner.

Lower Blood Pressure Naturally: 10 SuperFoods That Work with Susan Smith Jones, PhDHigh blood pressure is a 'silent killer,' but do you need to rely on drugs to lower your blood pressure? Our guest today, holistic health and lifestyle expert, Susan Smith Jones, PhD, will talk about 10 superfoods, validated by clinical trials, that can naturally lower your blood pressure. Among other foods, you will learn how flaxseeds, beets, and more, all covered in detail in her book A HUG IN A MUG, have additive mechanisms to produce double-digit drops, with flax seeds actually rivaling prescription medication. I'll be taking notes on our discussion today since most people I know are dealing with blood pressure issues. Welcome Susan!For a woman with three of America's most ordinary names, Susan Smith Jones, PhD, has certainly made extraordinary contributions in the fields of holistic health, anti-aging & longevity, optimum nutrition and balanced living. For starters, she taught students, staff and faculty at UCLA how to be healthy and fit for 30 years! Susan travels internationally as a frequent media talk show guest; she is also the author of many health books, including 1) A HUG IN A MUG: Revitalize with Superfoods & Healthy Living Extras and 2) UPLIFTED: 12 Minutes to More Joy, Faith, Kindness, Peace & Vitality Refer to her website for more info about Susan, her books and her empowering work.SusanSmithJones.com 

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What happens when your hips can no longer do what your yoga practice asks of them? In this deeply honest conversation, Uplifted alum Cyndi Stewart shares her journey toward hip replacement surgery — and the identity crisis that followed. As a longtime yoga teacher, intuitive healer, and movement lover, she opens up about navigating chronic hip pain, reduced mobility, and the emotional spiral that can come when your body no longer "performs." We talk candidly about:

When it comes to self-care and natural beauty routines, dry brushing has emerged as a standout practice. It's simple, inexpensive and boasts a wide range of benefits that go beyond just exfoliating your skin. From boosting circulation to promoting lymphatic drainage to supporting a detox program, dry brushing has captured the attention of wellness enthusiasts, dermatologists and holistic practitioners alike. But what exactly is dry brushing, and is it really worth the hype? Today our guest, Susan Smith Jones, PhD, holistic health and lifestyle expert, will walk you through everything you need to know about dry brushing — from how it works and its potential benefits to step-by-step instructions and tips for making it a safe and effective part of your routine.For over 40 years, Susan has been teaching people worldwide about the importance of year-round detoxification to keep the body healed, healthy, youthful and energetic and why dry skin brushing should be a part of most people's healthy living practices.For a woman with three of America's most ordinary names, Susan Smith Jones, PhD, has certainly made extraordinary contributions in the fields of holistic health, anti-aging, detoxification and rejuvenation, optimum nutrition and balanced living. For starters, she taught students, staff and faculty at UCLA how to be healthy and fit for 30 years! Susan travels internationally as a frequent radio and TV talk show guest and motivational speaker; she's also the author of many books, including her 2-book companion set of A HUG IN A MUG: Revitalize with Superfoods & Healthy Living Extras and UPLIFTED: 12 Minutes to More Joy, Faith, Kindness, Peace & Vitality. Refer to her website to find out how to get personally autographed copies of her books and more about Susan and her healthy, empowering, motivating and uplifted lifestyle.SusanSmithJones.com 

In this episode of Community Closeup, WYCE Station Manager Phil Tower sits down with Scott Bloem, Executive Director of The Other Way Ministries, to discuss their 50-plus-year legacy of walking alongside Westside Grand Rapids families.Since 1967, The Other Way has been a cornerstone of the Westown neighborhood, fostering spiritual, relational, and economic growth. Scott shares insights into the organization's mission and the vital programs they offer, including:Food & Resource Assistance: Supporting the community through their food pantry and Agape Co-op.Education & Youth: Providing early childhood education and dedicated youth services.Family Support: Strengthening the community fabric through specialized family programming.With volunteers contributing over 80 hours of service each week, Scott also highlights how individuals and groups of all skill levels can get involved in this transformative work.Learn more or get involved: The Other Way Community Closeup is a weekly public affairs program produced by WYCE in partnership with The Rapidian and the Grand Rapids Community Media Center.

https://wordlessconnection.com Strengthen Your Relationship—Without Saying a Word Discover the power of silent connection. Wordless Connection is a research-backed guide to deepening intimacy through five simple, nonverbal actions. Rebuild your relationship. Strengthen your connection. No words required. When words stop working, most couples try to talk more—but effective connection isn't about saying the right thing. It's about doing the right thing. Business consultant Rob Thomas applies evidence-based communication insights to relationships, revealing a practical five-step process for rebuilding trust and closeness through nonverbal communication. Drawing from neuroscience, behavioral research, and real-life case studies, Thomas introduces an innovative method that helps partners reconnect through subtle gestures, intentional touch, and emotional awareness. The Problem (Why This Matters) Modern relationships are filled with distractions—busy schedules, digital screens, and endless to-do lists. Over time, words lose their power, and meaningful connection fades. But what if the key to rekindling love wasn't in what you say—but in what you do? Have you ever longed for the spark you had in the beginning? Do you feel like your partner doesn't see or feel your love as deeply? Are you looking for a way to reconnect without long talks or therapy? If so, Wordless Connection will show you a proven way to bring back the warmth, passion, and deep emotional bond in your relationship. A Simple, Research-Backed Method to Reignite Your Relationship Wordless Connection - transforms relationships: Uplifted my emotions unexpectedly as I introduced the experiment Unexpected engagement from their partner Renewed spontaneous affection Frequent, natural moments of care A thread of kindness woven into daily life Backed by national research and real-life success stories, this book helps couples revive the emotions that sparked their love, fostering deeper bonds through silent, meaningful connection. Your Next Step Toward a Stronger, More Connected Relationship Rebuilding trust and intimacy doesn't require complicated systems, endless conversations, or years of waiting. Sometimes it just requires a single intentional step in the right direction. Start today and experience the shift that happens when you invest in your connection with purpose.

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DETOX & REJUVENATE : Springtime Cleanse for Your Body & Mind with Susan Smith Jones, PhDLeading holistic health and lifestyle educator and author Susan Smith Jones, PhD, reveals her favorite methods to detoxify and rejuvenate the body – and WHY it's so necessary. For over 40 years, Susan has been teaching people worldwide about the importance of year-round detoxification to keep the body healed, healthy, youthful and energetic. She even custom-designs programs for many of her clients and leads workshops around the world on this topic. Welcome Susan. I'm excited to learn more about why it's so important to stay detoxified, especially now that it's springtime, how to know if I'm in need of a Detox program, and simple ways to keep my body detoxified and rejuvenated all year-long.For a woman with three of America's most ordinary names, Susan Smith Jones, PhD, has certainly made extraordinary contributions in the fields of holistic health, anti-aging, detoxification and rejuvenation, optimum nutrition and balanced living. For starters, she taught students, staff and faculty at UCLA how to be healthy and fit for 30 years! Susan travels internationally as a frequent radio and TV talk show guest and motivational speaker; she's also the author of many books, including her 2-book companion set of A HUG IN A MUG: Revitalize with Superfoods & Healthy Living Extras and UPLIFTED: 12 Minutes to More Joy, Faith, Kindness, Peace & Vitality. Refer to her website to find out how to get personally autographed copies of her books and more about Susan and her healthy, empowering, motivating and uplifted lifestyle.SusanSmithJones.comX@SusanSmithJoneshttps://www.instagram.com/susansmithjonesphdhttp://www.bluefunkbroadcasting.com/root/twia/ssj143.mp3   http://www.bluefunkbroadcasting.com/root/twia/ssj143.mp3   

Does Kundalini yoga have to be intense and activating? What if it could be trauma-conscious, deeply supportive, and even soothing? In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Katrina Marie—trauma survivor, author, and lead trainer in Uplifted's 200, 300, and Kundalini tracks—to explore how Kundalini yoga can be safely adapted for students with trauma and nervous system sensitivity. We talk about how to teach from a place of safety, how to create choice instead of pressure, and why your unique experience as a teacher is your gift. In this episode, we explore:

Raising Vibrantly Healthy Children & Families: 12 Simple Tips that WORK! with Susan Smith Jones, PhDFor a woman with three of America's most ordinary names, Susan Smith Jones, PhD, has made extraordinary contributions in the fields of holistic health, anti-aging, optimum nutrition and balanced living. For starters, she taught students, staff and faculty at UCLA how to be healthy and fit for 30 years! Susan is the founder and president of Health Unlimited, a Los Angeles-based consulting firm dedicated to optimal wellness and human potential. She travels worldwide as a frequent media show guest and healthy living consultant. She is the author of many celebrated books, including her latest 4 books that cover in detail our topic today. First, for children, her new celebrated novelette, an inspiring, value-driven and beautifully illustrated novelette — JOY & THE BUTTERFLY: The Magical Garden, which goes well with her other bestselling and award-winning children's 2-in-1 nutrition book VEGETABLE SOUP/THE FRUIT BOWL. And then for adults, there's her dynamic duo with UPLIFTED and A HUG IN A MUG.Raising healthy children can be a very daunting and challenging task in this day and age   with so many activities, poor food choices,   sitting too long in front of the computer,    smart phone and other screens,    peer pressure from friends and much more.      Our guest today, holistic health and lifestyle expert, Susan Smith Jones, PhD, has worked with parents and children for decades worldwide    and will offer her best tips on how to raise healthy children – physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually.     These tips will also apply in your life, too,    whether you have children or not.   So, parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, nannies, caretakers, neighbors, and anyone of any age who wants to experience vibrant health on all levels,  keep a pen and paper handy because you'll want to take notes.As Susan teaches in JOY & THE BUTTERFLY and UPLIFTED,   when children experience a parent who reacts with kindness and prioritizes healthy living,   they learn to act the same way    — thereby altering generational patterns for a kinder, healthier future.    A more compassionate and robust world starts with kind, healthy kids.SusanSmithJones.comX@SusanSmithJoneshttps://www.instagram.com/susansmithjonesphdhttp://www.bluefunkbroadcasting.com/root/twia/ssj142.mp3   

REJUVENATE & SHINE: 10 Simple, Surefire Tips for Invigorating Body, Mind & Spirit (Using an Acronym for the Word REJUVENATE for Whole-Body Wellness) with Susan Smith Jones, PhDFor a woman with three of America's most ordinary names, Dr. Susan Smith Jones has certainly made extraordinary contributions in the fields of holistic health, anti-aging, optimum nutrition and balanced living. For starters, she taught students, staff and faculty at UCLA how to be healthy and fit for 30 years! Susan travels internationally as a frequent radio and TV talk show guest and motivational speaker; she's also the author of many books, including UPLIFTED, A HUG IN A MUG and — just released this week and already a much-celebrated GOLD MEDAL Award-Winning book for children of all ages and also young-at-heart adults — JOY & THE BUTTERFLY: The Magical Garden.Whether it's a new year, new season or new month, anytime is a good time to make better choices about improving your health. One of the best ways to bring wellness into your world is to decrease the level of stress you experience on a daily basis and rejuvenate your body and life. Sounds like a daunting task, but really, it's very simple with these 10 surefire tips Susan will discuss with us today. With her practical suggestions, you can rejuvenate your body from head to toe, inside out. In other words, whole-body, high-level wellness is now within your reach. Get out your pen and paper because you'll want to take lots of notes during our discussion.Are you ready to REJUVENATE?SusanSmithJones.com

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In this episode, Georgie shares a special guided meditation recorded live in the wake of the Bondi tragedy, created to help you step out of fear and back into your heart. If the world has felt heavy, unsafe, or hard to hold lately, this is a space to soften your nervous system, steady your body, and reconnect with what's still true: your capacity for love, presence, and choice. You'll be guided to release the collective tension we can carry after shocking events, come back to your breath, and anchor into a grounded inner state where fear isn't driving the storyline. You'll also be invited into a gentle visualisation for peace, hope, and healing - for yourself, for your community, and for humanity. This episode is for you if you've been feeling on edge, doom scrolling, emotionally flooded, or quietly questioning what kind of future we're creating. It's a reminder that while we can't control everything, we can choose how we respond. And when enough of us return to our hearts, that choice becomes powerful.

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Beneath the imposing surface of his tattoo-covered frame and “Monster” alter-ego, seemingly forged through chaos and back-alley brawls, Ulysses Diaz is a man who has been shaped by failures and redemptions much more than rage. If you judged Diaz solely by his intimidating appearance and troubled past, you'd miss the journey of a survivalist who wrote his own blueprint for discipline and an unforeseen ascent in combat sports. Diaz laced up the gloves—not with dreams of belts or boxing fame, but simply as a way to stay in shape and clear his head. Needless to say, what started as a workout quickly became the best decision of his life. With coaches who didn't just train him but always checked in, held him accountable, and understood the roads he had traveled, the gym became his anchor. Uplifted by his support system and a renewed purpose, Diaz got back in the ring, after once dabbling as an amateur earlier in life, and managed to revolutionize his life through fighting.Since the moment he embarked on a professional combat sports journey in 2017, Diaz knew he'd found his second chance. Not a way out, nor some golden ticket to stardom. Instead, it was the way forward. Diaz aggressively chased any and all opportunities across boxing and MMA, also later jumping at the opportunity to take the gloves back off and make a name for himself through the growing interest of bare-knuckle promotions like BKFC and BKB. Even recently, Diaz stepped into a custom-rules bout with “Platinum” Mike Perry's Dirty Boxing, always looking for the next challenge and never one to shy away from some of the most brutal stipulations left in the sanctioned world of combat.Ulysses is also an actor who has played key roles in hit movies like Den Of Thieves, The Weapon, and Never Too Late. He is very close friends with the Super Star Artist 'Pitbull' aka Mr World Wide and was blessed to travel the world and visit many countries, while working as his personal security. But nothing has meant more to Uly than his youngest son, Junior. Even though Uly has faced some of the toughest challenges any man can experience, his most difficult battle was finding out his son was diagnosed with cancer via a bone disease. This podcast was filled with amazing stories of overcoming hardships, comical tales of travel adventures, tear jerking admissions of a fathers deepest fears, and so much more. Enjoy and Please Don't Forget To SUBSCRIBESee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Looking for the perfect gift for the yogi or wellness lover in your life? Or maybe you're building your own holiday wish list? In this fun and cozy episode, Corinne and I share our favorite yoga gear, wellness hacks, and self-care staples—just in time for Black Friday and the holiday season. We dive into everything from yoga clothing and props to supplements and skincare tools, giving you a yogi-approved guide to all things supportive, stylish, and soul-nourishing. You'll hear:

Join my 90-Day Profitability Roadmap for Yoga Teachers webinar–so you create income without confusion and burnout: https://www.brettlarkin.com/live-90day/ What happens when yoga philosophy becomes a living, breathing part of your life—and your business? In this episode, I sit down with Carla Cline Thomas, a graduate of the Uplifted™ 300-hour teacher training, to explore the Koshas—the five subtle layers of being—and how they influence everything from energy management to authentic leadership. Carla shares her journey of working with the Koshas to find deeper alignment, both on and off the mat, and how this wisdom has transformed her approach to business coaching. Here's what we cover:

Choose to Move & Enjoy Nature's SuperFoods for Vitality & Successful Weight LossIf you want extraordinary health and successful weight loss, you need the two-prong approach. You've got to get moving and also consume some superfoods that help fuel and energize your miraculous body and keep your body rejuvenated year-round. It's really all about common sense. You've probably heard the old saying that success is “90% perspiration, 10% inspiration”? Well, our guest today, Susan Smith Jones, PhD, holistic health and lifestyle expert, says that when it comes to vitality and weight loss, the ratios for success are more like 50% = Food and 50% = Exercise. And as she quoted Lao-Tzu in her book A HUG IN A MUG, “A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” Let's join Susan now to take that step together.For a woman with three of America's most ordinary names, Susan Smith Jones, PhD, has made extraordinary contributions in the fields of holistic health, anti-aging, optimum nutrition and balanced living. For starters, she taught students, staff and faculty at UCLA how to be healthy and fit for 30 years! Susan is the founder and president of Health Unlimited, a Los Angeles-based consulting firm dedicated to optimal wellness and human potential. She travels the world as a frequent media show guest and healthy living consultant. Susan is also the author of many books, including her two latest book that cover in detail our topic today — UPLIFTED: 12 Minutes to More Joy, Faith, Peace, Kindness & Vitality and the companion book… A HUG IN A MUG: Revitalize with Fruits, Veggies, Juices, Soups, Spices, Teas & Healthy Living Extras.SusanSmithJones.com  

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Join my 90-Day Profitability Roadmap for Yoga Teachers webinar–so you create income without confusion and burnout: https://www.brettlarkin.com/live-90day/ Do you know the difference between revenue and profit? Are you tracking your cash flow—or avoiding it? In this episode, I sit down with Uplifted 300-Hour graduate Kristin Svetz, a fractional CFO for soulful entrepreneurs, to talk all things money, metrics, and mindset. We explore how yoga teachers and wellness practitioners can take empowered control of their business finances—without losing the heart behind the work. You'll learn:

Join my 90-Day Profitability Roadmap for Yoga Teachers webinar–so you create income without confusion and burnout: https://www.brettlarkin.com/live-90day/ How do you run a thriving yoga business and stay energetically aligned? In this episode, I talk with Uplifted 300-Hour graduate Meli De Los Santos—a spiritual business mentor and AI-savvy yogi—about how tools like AI and funnels can actually amplify your authenticity instead of replacing it. We explore how to bring chakra wisdom into your marketing, overcome tech resistance, and streamline your systems to stay focused on what really matters: connection, clarity, and growth. You'll learn:

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What's up Reggae family.  Welcome back to another Episode of Conscious Cuts.  This time around we are giving a listen to the newly released single, Power in One by StoneTribe.  In this episode we sit down with DandeLION from StoneTribe and ask him some questions about this newly released single.  Stay tuned to the end of the episode where we play the full song for you to vibe out on.Thank you, DandeLION for working with us to get this episode out to the people.  We appreciate you and your music.Here is where you can find StoneTribe:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1SkluTTfxbB2ywR0r90O8l?si=nYSCtTAESLWU1wavdOk6IQApple Music:https://music.apple.com/us/artist/stonetribe/1450928268YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@StoneTribeInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/stonetribemusic/channel/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/stone.tribe.3/Special thanks goes to Stone Lion for allowing us to use his music in the background.Background songs:Stone Lion - Carry OnStone Lion - Heating UpStone Lion - Caught UpThank you for watching this episode, feel free to leave us comment and make sure and like,subscribe and follow us.  Here is all of our stuff in one place: LinktreeMake sure and check our our Reggae playlists on Spotify: Snoochies Bangers and Roots Bangers.If you take water seriously and want to properly filter your water without costly home filtration systems, check out the Water Machine:  https://thewatermachine.com/discount/Uplifted Use code: UPLIFTED for 20% off.See you all on the next one, and remember, One Love, One Riddim, and One Conscious Cut.

What does it take to bet everything on a dream? To live out of a van before it was fashionable, to commit to hard lines with no guarantee of success, and to walk away from risk when the stakes are too high?For Canadian climber Sonnie Trotter, it has always come down to conviction. From iconic ascents like Cobra Crack and The Path to bold multi-pitch routes on El Capitan, Sonnie has built a career — and a life — around the power of desire and the art of going all in.In this episode, Sonnie opens up about:The moment on Mount Stephen with Tommy Caldwell when he chose family over risk — and why that decision shaped his climbing life.What it means to reverse-engineer objectives, breaking down the impossible into repeatable steps that anyone can apply to sport, career, or life.The reality of van life with young kids — the chaos, the beauty, and the lessons in resilience.Why desire matters more than talent in chasing audacious goals.How sleep, recovery, and health now stand as his most important climbing priorities.This is not just a climbing story. It's a conversation about awe, identity, and how to keep your fire alive — whether you're chasing 5.14 cracks or simply trying to stay true to your path in midlife.Stay to the end: Sonnie shares his philosophy on legacy, why life is shorter than we think (in the most liberating sense), and how to pursue what matters with urgency and love.Sonnie's InstagramSonnie's book - Uplifted! ---

In this episode, I'm thrilled to spotlight Uplifted 300-hour graduate Jennica Joyce—a successful prenatal yoga teacher, mother of four, and expert in integrating the chakra system into parenting. Jennica shares her journey through yoga training, the importance of setting boundaries and rhythms in family life, and creative ways to teach children about chakras through play, music, and movement. Stay tuned for the mind-blowing discussion at the end, where Jennica reveals how writing and word choice reflect our energetic state through the chakras. We'll explore:

What if the final stages of yoga aren't about flexibility—but inner mastery? In this episode, I dive deep into Book 3 of the Yoga Sutras, where Patanjali explores the advanced limbs of yoga—Dharana, Dhyana, and Samadhi—and how their fusion, called Samyama, unlocks not just insight, but mystical abilities (siddhis). We explore:

This month, as the nation marks 90 years since President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act into law, 1.9 million Georgians will receive a Social Security payment. However, some say the future of Social Security is uncertain. “Closer Look” host Rose Scott talks with Alice Bennett, the advocacy manager for AARP Georgia. Bennett addressed myths about the Social Security program, explained how the program is funded and talked about the importance of keeping the program protected. Plus, this week, several foundations are committing nearly $37 million to provide immediate relief to public media stations at the risk of closure. This all comes after Congress recently voted and approved President Donald Trump’s request to end federal funding for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB). This move triggered the dismantling of CPB and cut $1.1 billion earmarked for public media. PBS and NPR and NPR affiliate stations across the country, including WABE, are trying to navigate how to continue their work despite the cuts. Rose talks with Michel Martin, a veteran and award-winning journalist and host of NPR's “Morning Edition.” Martin reflects on the values of NPR and its resilience, the importance of reporting on community-based and national news, as well as keeping audiences informed, connected and uplifted.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When Sonnie Trotter was a teenager, he discovered a portal into another world. Entering the local climbing gym he found challenge, adventure and passion. By sixteen, he was all in, and he made it up his first 5.14 within just a few years.  The climbing seemed to come naturally, but figuring out how to make a living doing it took a lot more time—and some trial and error. Early sponsorships covered gas money for traveling to competitions, but it took him a decade to start generating real income as an athlete. He knew that his happiness was directly connected to climbing and so he did whatever he could to do it as much as he could.  Looking back at the last thirty years of climbing, Trotter says he's most proud of his willingness to listen to himself and commit to his passion. He recently published "Uplifted," a memoir chronicling those many years of climbing, his role as a father and how he manages to tie it all together.  In this conversation, we talk about Trotter's evolution as an athlete, where he finds freedom and why he believes climbing should be fun—even when it's not easy. This episode is brought to you with support from Rab Equipment. Host: Abbey Collins Producer & Engineer: Mike Horn Guest: Sonnie Trotter Subscribe to Alpinist Magazine  Purchase Sonnie's book, "Uplifted: The Evolution of a Climbing Life" Photography courtesy of Patagonia.

Sonnie Trotter would never admit to being Canada's best rock climber, but his multi-decade career of cutting-edge trad climbs and nails-hard sport routes certainly puts him in that conversation. In his new book, Sonnie looks back to the people, experiences and community that defined his path into professional climbing. Just don't take financial advice from him. Watch Climbing Gold on YouTube Thanks to our sponsors The North Face Check out Summit Series at thenorthface.com  Kodiak Cakes Find Kodiak products at your local grocery store, they're the ones with the bear on the box or learn more at Kodiakcakes.com LMNT  Get your free LMNT Sample Pack with any purchase at www.drinklmnt.com/climbinggold. Try the new LMNT Sparkling — a bold, 16-ounce can of sparkling electrolyte water. Music by:  Brendan O'Connell   •   Tracks provided with permission from the artists or Track Club 

Join The Struggle's Patreon community to get 100+ hours of Bonus Episodes, Pro Clinics, Uncut Videos, and Submit Questions for Future Guests. FREE TRIAL available!  https://www.patreon.com/thestruggleclimbingshow - In this episode, elite climber Sonnie Trotter explores: The 5.15a he's training for, and what he's specifically doing  The visualization trick he uses to get better at climbing (while at home) Climbers who can do V14 on a board but not 5.10a outside  Training power vs endurance  Dreamcatcher dreams Dealing with fitness setbacks due to sickness or injury Board climbing for peak power How to improve footwork using hard gym climbs Managing fear on bold climbs and free solos Getting the kids into climbing  His new book Uplifted  - BIG THANKS TO THE AMAZING SPONSORS OF THE STRUGGLE WHO LOVE ROCK CLIMBING AS MUCH AS YOU DO: PhysiVantage: the official climbing-nutrition sponsor of The Struggle. Use code STRUGGLE15 at checkout for 15% off your full-priced nutrition order. Rúngne: Soft threads and high performing chalk! Use Code STRUGGLE for 10% Off Bags, Buckets, Chalk & Apparel from Rúngne! Rungne.com SCARPA: Whether you're a climber, trail runner, skier, or hiker, SCARPA offers an array of adventure footwear for the adventure seeker in you. with a commitment to sustainability. Shop the whole collection at SCARPA.com. SCARPA, No Place Too Far.  Arc'teryx: Inspired by and tested in the Coast Mountains of BC, Arc'teryx makes gear to go the distance! If you're out adventuring in the elements, Arc'teryx has got you covered. Shop their full collection at Arcteryx.com  And check out ALL the show's awesome sponsors and exclusive deals at thestruggleclimbingshow.com/deals   - Shoutout to Matt Waltereese for being a Victory Whip supporter on Patreon! So mega. - Here are some AI generated show notes (hopefully the robots got it right) 00:51 Journey in Rock Climbing 01:30 Balancing Family and Climbing 02:02 Training and Rest Strategies 02:57 Current Projects and Fitness Regimen 04:10 The Legendary Cobra Crack 05:12 Mental Aspects of Climbing 06:05 Conversation with Sonnie Trotter Begins 07:03 Pivotal Moments in Climbing 14:10 Sonnie's Climbing Heroes and Influences 19:53 Nutritional Adjustments and Insights 33:19 Balancing Professional Climbing and Family Life 38:49 Sonnie's Current and Future Projects 39:27 Navigating Risk and Fear in Climbing 42:19 Reflections on Climbing Legacy 43:49 Coaching and parenting in Climbing 47:06 The Journey to Writing Uplifted 51:43 Stories and Reflections from the Book 59:50 Reflections on Climbing Legacy 01:02:45 Sonnie's Future Goals 01:08:48 Listener Questions and Final Thoughts - Check out Sonnie's wonderful book, Uplifted, available on Patagonia, Amazon, etc. - Meet me at ICF in Lander! https://www.climbersfestival.org/ - Follow along on Instagram @thestruggleclimbingshow and YouTube /@thestruggleclimbingshow - The Struggle is carbon-neutral in partnership with The Honnold Foundation, whose mission is to promote solar energy for a more equitable world. - This show is produced and hosted by Ryan Devlin, and edited by Glen Walker. The Struggle is a proud member of the Plug Tone Audio Collective, a diverse group of the best, most impactful podcasts in the outdoor industry. - The struggle makes us stronger! I hope your training and climbing are going great.  - And now here are some buzzwords to help the almighty algorithm get this show in front of people who love to climb: rock climbing, rock climber, climbing, climber, bouldering, sport climbing, gym climbing, how to rock climb, donuts are amazing. Okay, whew, that's done. But hey, if you're a human that's actually reading this, and if you love this show (and love to climb) would you think about sharing this episode with a climber friend of yours? And shout it out on your socials? I'll send you a sticker for doing it. Just shoot me a message on IG – thanks so much!   

As you look back over the past year or so, maybe you've faced trials like never before! It can leave us wondering, what's going on, or what is God up to! How is it possible to experience joy in the midst of it all? The book of James has some answers. God wants to produce perseverance, patience and even joy in us. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1459/29

If you're an Uplifted alumni you'll recognize today's guest from inside the training…Kristin Leal!!

How Positive Leadership Transforms Workplace Culture and Elevates Customer Experience  Shep interviews Ryan Minton, Best-Selling Author and Keynote Speaker. He talks about his new book, Uplifted and shares insights from his experience in hospitality, including the impact of employee engagement, appreciation, and empowerment in creating uplifting work environments and better customer experiences.  This episode of Amazing Business Radio with Shep Hyken answers the following questions and more:    What practical benefits come from creating an uplifting workplace culture?  How does a hospitality mindset improve customer service across different industries?  What impact does leadership have on employee morale and customer experience?  How does positive leadership help reduce staff turnover in customer-facing roles?  In what ways does an employee's mood affect customer interactions?  Top Takeaways:    The hospitality mentality is not just for hotels and restaurants. It is valuable in every industry because it sets the bar for the customer experience standard. It teaches every employee to always show care, gratitude, and kindness no matter what industry they work in.  A heartfelt "thanks for coming in today" can make a real difference in someone's mood and attitude. It is a simple yet powerful statement that leaders can say to make their employees know that they matter. When employees feel appreciated, they're more likely to enjoy coming to work and give their best. It creates a workplace where people want to come, stay, and grow.  Every employee becomes the face of your brand the moment they interact with your customers. When they are not happy at their jobs, customers feel it. High turnover and unhappiness can hurt customer satisfaction, so making sure that employees are engaged, equipped, and fulfilled helps create positive customer experiences.   Strict policies can sometimes get in the way of the human aspect of customer service. When employees are trusted to handle situations as they see fit, they feel empowered to do their jobs. Employees need to grow through training and be equipped with the right tools so that they can use policies as guidelines while exercising common sense to meet each customer's unique needs.   Happy employees lead to happy customers, and happy customers come back. Invest in people through appreciation, empowerment, and uplifting leadership.  Loyalty programs and perks can encourage repeat business, but truly memorable companies don't rely on them alone. Being helpful, friendly, and uplifting is the best loyalty program you can offer. When people feel good about you, they'll keep coming back, with or without loyalty programs.  Plus, Ryan shares the "balloon effect" and how it can elevate customer and employee experiences. Tune in!  Quote:   "Good old-fashioned customer service is just good old-fashioned hospitality. So many brands look to the hotel industry because it has become the standard for customer service."     About:    Ryan Minton is a Best-Selling Author and Keynote Speaker with over 20 years of experience leading world-class hospitality brands. He is the author of Thanks for Coming in Today: Creating a Culture Where Employees Thrive & Customer Service is Alive. His upcoming book Uplifted! The Remarkable Power of Positive Leadership on Frontline Teams launches June 10th.    Shep Hyken is a customer service and experience expert, New York Times bestselling author, award-winning keynote speaker, and host of Amazing Business Radio.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've talked about what the eight limbs of yoga are and where they came from (if you missed that episode just scroll a few back) but what is each limb's practical, energetic, and spiritual significance in modern life? From the ethical and personal observances of Yama and Niyama, respectively, to the physical aspects of Asana, the breath control of Pranayama, and the mental focus of Dharana. And of course how it all culminates in the exploration of Dhyana and Samadhi. The Eight Limbs are here to help you cut through the noise and come back to what really matters, this episode will explain how. Listen and learn:

Sonnie Trotter is a world-renowned rock climber, father, husband, writer, and the author of the new book "Uplifted: The Evolution of a Climbing Life." For the past three decades, Sonnie has built a career as one of the most accomplished climbers of his generation— pushing standards, putting up first ascents, and bringing a sense of creativity, humility, and grit to every project he tackles. His new book is part memoir, part meditation on movement and meaning, and it's one of the most thoughtful and grounded climbing books I've read in a long time. In this wide-ranging conversation, Sonnie and I talk about the unexpected ways writing has shaped his life, how his approach to climbing has evolved over the years, and what it's been like to move from living out of a van to raising a family in the mountains of Canada. We also discuss how he's stayed grounded throughout his career, his relationship with sponsors like Patagonia, and why gratitude— not rage or ego— has been the driving force behind his decades of commitment to climbing. Sonnie also opens up about how parenting has shifted his perspective on adventure, freedom, and ambition—and how he and his wife are raising their kids in a way that emphasizes curiosity, effort, and joy. Whether you're a climber, a writer, a parent, or just someone trying to live a meaningful life, there's a ton of wisdom in this one. Sonnie's new book "Uplifted" is out now, and I highly recommend picking up a copy—you'll find a link in the episode notes, along with links to everything else we discussed. Hope you enjoy both this conversation and the book.  Thanks for listening.  --- Sonnie Trotter Uplifted: The Evolution of a Climbing Life Full episode notes and links: https://mountainandprairie.com/sonnie-trotter/ --- TOPICS DISCUSSED: 1:55 - Intro, how Sonnie got into writing 4:58 - Influences 8:30 - Why write this book now 12:40 - Stumbling into the climbing world 17:45 - Into the unknown 20:27 - Origins of drive 25:07 - Climbing's darkness 27:11 - The road to Patagonia 32:23 - Parent perspectives 36:54 - Becoming a parent 42:35 - Getting kids active (a jiu jitsu segway) 48:13 - Training, nutrition and getting older 52:47 - Race to 9A 56:31 - Book recs 59:29 - Final words of wisdom — get back to work --- ABOUT MOUNTAIN & PRAIRIE: Mountain & Prairie - All Episodes Mountain & Prairie Shop Mountain & Prairie on Instagram Upcoming Events About Ed Roberson Support Mountain & Prairie Leave a Review on Apple Podcasts  

We've all heard of the 8 Limbs of Yoga, but do you really know what they are? Today I'm going to explore the eight limbs of yoga, their origins, and their significance in spiritual practice. I'll look at each limb's purpose, giving a detailed examination, as well as the historical context of the Yoga Sutras. Get ready to finally gain a true understanding of: Yama, Niyama, Asana, Pranayama, Pratyahara, Dharana, Dhyana, and Samadhi.  I'll discuss: