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Antoinette McDonald
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New Normal Big Life
Eczema, Acne, and the Shocking Gut Connection in Skin Care
Send us a textThe human body is complicated. So, it's time to remove the toxins from your skin care routine. Your skin isn’t being difficult — it’s being honest. We sat down with certified physician assistant and functional dermatology expert Kerry Jenkins to unravel why eczema, acne, rosacea, and psoriasis are spiking, even in children, and what it really takes to calm them for good. Instead of jumping straight to topical steroids or lifelong biologics, Kerry walks us through a root-cause roadmap that connects genetics, environment, nutrition, stress, and the gut-skin axis.We...
2025-11-27
37 min
New Normal Big Life
Walking From The Shadows: My Journey with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Send us a textWhat if the way back from trauma isn’t a single breakthrough, but a stack of small, stubborn habits that actually hold you up? We sit down with Navy veteran and author Kevin Macomber to trace a path from complex childhood trauma and Beirut-era deployments to breakdown, suicidality, and a hard-won recovery built on practical daily steps.Macomber opens up about losing trust, withdrawing from the world, and slowly rebuilding with tools that require no perfection —j ust repetition. Journaling becomes a compass for messy minds, revealing patterns across hours and week...
2025-11-20
48 min
New Normal Big Life
When Your Kid Wants To Punch A Wall, Hand Them The Monster Instead
Send us a textWhat if the moment your life wobbled was the invitation you’ve been postponing? That’s where Jennifer Ginty found herself — after years of “not yet,” the closure of her beloved boutique pushed her to say “right now” to healing complex PTSD and major depressive disorder. We sit down with Jen to unpack how she built a care team, returned to hospitalization to map helpful modalities, and rediscovered group therapy as a powerful, validating community rather than a public reckoning.Jen also shares the origin story of My Moody Monster, a rugged, Velcro...
2025-11-13
27 min
Met Antoinette naar Bed
100x Met Antoinette naar Bed met Bobbi Eden, LatexMila, Gresa, Hayes Rockwell, Elena Harley, Lana Lush, Erik, Sanne & Charles en nog veel meer
De 100ste aflevering live vanaf de Kamasutrabeurs in de Jaarbeurs in Utrecht. Door de live uitzending hapert het beeld soms, maar de audio is lekker. Wil je meer Met Antoinette naar Bed check dan op Instagram @metantoinettenaarbedTikTok @metantoinettenaarbedDe intro en outro zijn gemaakt door JustDoMusic. Wil je de volledige sfeer proeven met de volledige muziek, beluister dan elke maandagavond tussen 22.00 en 00.00 live de uitzending op yoursafe radio.Hey Pssst, klik hier voor een sexy playlist.
2025-11-06
57 min
New Normal Big Life
Rewriting The Story: Healing, Boundaries, and A Fuller Life
Send us a textWhat if the life you’re building is draining the person you need to be to live it? We sit down with occupational therapist and coach Heidi Blackie to explore how relentless doing, perfectionism, and inherited “shoulds” quietly feed burnout, illness, and despair — and how belief, boundaries, and acceptance can reset the nervous system and restore joy.Heidi shares the pivotal moment she chose to believe in her ability to heal despite no diagnosis, no roadmap, and mounting losses. From there, she built a practical, research-informed toolkit: journaling to turn inward, mindfuln...
2025-11-06
37 min
New Normal Big Life
The Incredible BRAIN - A Health Protocol for Longevity
Send us a textWhat if your “mild” concussion wasn’t mild at all — and what if most of your recovery sits in your daily habits? Board-Certified Neurologist and Navy veteran Dr. Ryan Williamson joins us to unpack why TBI outcomes vary so wildly and how to rebuild cognitive power with simple, evidence-based steps. We dig into his BRAIN protocol—Breathwork, Rest, Activity, Intake, Nurturing — and show how purpose, sleep quality, training, and community flip the switches that drive neuroplasticity and longevity.Antoinette shares how whitewater kayaking and archery became cognitive therapy, sharpening processing speed, focus, and m...
2025-10-30
51 min
New Normal Big Life
The Secret to Recovery: Letting Go of Pain Creates a New You
Send us a textWhat if recovery isn’t about gripping harder, but about becoming someone new? Greg Vorst and Michael Nolan, co-founders of Embodied Recovery, join us to reframe suffering as a portal to soul growth and show how accountability and honesty can reset a life. Their message doesn’t romanticize pain; it transforms it. By shifting from abstinence-only goals to embodied practices, they reveal a path where peace, purpose, and joy are the outcome of daily choices lived in the body.We dig into practical markers that you’re out of accountability — like chronic...
2025-10-24
44 min
New Normal Big Life
From Denials To Approvals: How Objective Medical Evidence Wins VA, Social Security, and LTD Claims
Send us a textDenied benefits don’t mean you’re not disabled — they usually mean your record isn’t saying what the system needs to hear. We sit down with disability law expert, Attorney Nancy Cavey to map a practical route through VA ratings, Social Security’s five-step test, and short- and long-term disability insurance, showing how objective medical evidence turns “I hurt” into “Here’s why I can’t work.” If you’re a veteran juggling C&P exams or a civilian facing an LTD cutoff, this conversation gives you the playbook to build a case that holds up....
2025-10-19
38 min
New Normal Big Life
Unlock Emotional Freedom With EFT Tapping
Send us a textWhat if a few minutes of guided EFT tapping could lower your anxiety, quiet your inner critic, and help you face what really hurts without feeling overwhelmed? That’s the promise — and the science — behind Emotional Freedom Techniques, and it’s the heart of our conversation with EFT Tapping Coach and SOAR with Tapping founder, Amy Vincze.We start by demystifying how EFT works: tapping on specific acupressure points while naming what you actually feel, which sends a powerful “de-escalate” signal to the amygdala. The research is compelling — faster cortisol drops, improvements i...
2025-10-16
37 min
New Normal Big Life
From Fight-or-Flight to Peace: Meditation with Kara Goodwin
Send us a textImagine flipping a switch in your body that tells your brain, “You’re safe.” That’s what a few minutes of intentional breath can do, and it’s the doorway we walk through with meditation guide and author Kara Goodwin. We talk about real stress, real loss, and the very human habit of living braced for the next blow — then we map the simple moves that shift you from fight-or-flight to a steadier baseline you can feel.Kara opens up about a cascade of family crises that pushed her to seek help, first...
2025-10-14
39 min
New Normal Big Life
Three Pillars for Lasting Health With Dr. Alex Hilario
Send us a textWhat if the fastest way to feel better isn’t another pill, but a smarter way to move, align, and listen? We sat down with Dr. Alex Hilario — award-winning chiropractor, former powerlifter, and Westchester, NY care leader — to unpack three practical keys that help real people beat chronic pain and reclaim energy: chiropractic care, nervous system optimization, and avoiding the traps of long-term medications and poor posture. His take is refreshingly grounded: start with the safest, least invasive options, and build only as needed.We dig into why the nervous system is the...
2025-10-13
15 min
New Normal Big Life
The Healing Power of Forgiveness: How Letting Go Restores Health
Send us a textWhat if the fastest way to strength is letting go of what’s living rent-free in your head? We sit down with best-selling author and forgiveness mentor Katharine Giovanni to unpack a clear path to release anger, dissolve triggers, and reclaim energy without giving anyone a pass. No platitudes, no pressure to reconcile — just a step-by-step method that works in real life, backed by neuroscience and grounded in compassion. You'll find the complete process in this episode.Giovanni shares the “anger cup” visual that explains how resentment quietly steals focus, opportunities, and joy...
2025-10-07
45 min
New Normal Big Life
Turning Pain Into Progress: Battlefitted Mindset
Send us a textWhat if the worst thing that happened to you could become your strongest edge? We sit down with Coach Rob Wheeler—a Navy veteran, former federal police officer, and founder of Battlefitted — to trace a hard path through hazing-level abuse, stacked PTSD, divorce, the loss of a parent, and a gym shuttered by lockdowns. No platitudes here. Rob shows how he rebuilt identity with three simple, demanding pillars: fitness, mindset, and disciplined systems that hold when motivation fails.You’ll hear the origin moment on a Jacksonville payphone when going home wasn’t...
2025-10-02
48 min
New Normal Big Life
The Three Pillars of Pain-Free Living: Structure, Nutrition, and Nervous System Regulation
Send us a textOver one billion people worldwide battle chronic pain daily - a silent epidemic robbing them of joy and vitality. But what if this suffering isn't inevitable? What if the pain signals persisting long after tissues have healed are actually trying to teach you something?Functional medicine practitioner Leigh Brandon transforms our understanding of pain from enemy to messenger. Drawing on 24 years of clinical experience helping patients overcome seemingly hopeless chronic pain conditions, Brandon reveals the three fundamental pillars of pain-free living: structural alignment, nutritional balance, and nervous system regulation....
2025-09-26
51 min
New Normal Big Life
Unleash Your Inner GOAT for Longevity
Send us a textMuscle mass becomes a critical longevity marker as we age, with research showing we lose up to 40% of it between ages 42-65. This silent decline directly impacts how long and how well we'll live — yet most people have no strategy to combat it.Timothy Ward, fitness expert with 35 years of experience training everyone from pro athletes to octogenarians, shares his revolutionary Fitness Quadrant System that transforms how we approach health at any age. This trademark methodology integrates resistance training, nutrition, cardiovascular work, and recovery into a cohesive ecosystem that produces remarkable re...
2025-09-19
1h 12
New Normal Big Life
Invisible Wounds Healing After TBI Traumatic Brain Injury
Send us a textWhen a car pulled out in front of Kelly Tuttle on a rural road in 2015, the resulting crash didn't just damage her vehicle — it fundamentally altered her brain and identity. The thunderous collision that day transformed this cardiology nurse practitioner into a traumatic brain injury (TBI) survivor who would have to relearn how to navigate the world with new cognitive challenges.Kelly's story is particularly powerful because she experienced the jarring role reversal from healthcare provider to patient. Despite her medical background, she initially fell into the same trap many Traumatic Br...
2025-09-11
30 min
The Mental Weight Room - A Podcast for Athletes, Parents of Athletes and Coaches
Ep. 37 Special Parent Edition: Making the Car Ride Home a Positive Experience for Your Athlete
Join Coach Antoinette in this special parent edition of the Mental Weight Room as she tackles the tricky subject of the car ride home after youth sports events. Discover why this moment can be the most dreaded part of game day for young athletes and learn practical tips on how to transform it into a safe space for connection. Coach Antoinette shares valuable guidelines such as leading with love, respecting your athlete’s emotions, keeping feedback short and positive, and more. Learn how to build trust and raise resilient, confident young athletes who know their worth extends beyond the sc...
2025-09-10
06 min
The Second Act Executive
The Second Act Executive with Antoinette Wolf
Step into your second act with Antoinette Wolf — a former corporate executive turned entrepreneur, philanthropist, licensed real estate agent, author, and mother.The Second Act Executive is created exclusively for corporate executives 50 and over — especially those transitioning into their own private firms, practices, or corporations. Each episode blends strategy, wellness, and legacy planning for leaders who know that trends don’t guide families — values do.Every Wednesday at 9 PM PST, join Antoinette for:Executive Strategy: Transitioning from corporate life into ownership with precision.Business Corner: Market insights, stock discussions, and lessons from sea...
2025-09-06
24 min
The Second Act Executive
The Second Act Executive with Antoinette Wolf
Step into your second act with Antoinette Wolf — a former corporate executive turned entrepreneur, philanthropist, licensed real estate agent, writer, and mother.The Second Act Executive is created exclusively for corporate executives 50 and over — especially those transitioning into their own private firms, practices, or corporations. Each episode blends strategy, wellness, and legacy planning for leaders who know that trends don’t guide families — values do.Every Wednesday at 9 PM PST, join Antoinette for:Executive Strategy: Transitioning from corporate life into ownership with precision.Business Corner: Market insights, stock discussions, and lessons from seasoned executives.Executiv...
2025-09-06
24 min
New Normal Big Life
Unraveling Fibromyalgia: The DNA Evidence
Send us a textImagine living with chronic pain, crushing fatigue, and brain fog so severe it disrupts your daily life – yet doctors dismiss your symptoms as "all in your head." For 20 million Americans suffering from fibromyalgia, this frustrating reality has been their normal. Until now.Dr. Bruce Gillis, a Harvard-trained physician with four decades of clinical experience, shatters widespread misconceptions about fibromyalgia in this revelatory conversation. Through groundbreaking research published in prestigious peer-reviewed journals, Dr. Gillis demonstrates that fibromyalgia isn't a catch-all diagnosis for "neurotic, hypochondriacal women" but a legitimate condition with measurable biological ma...
2025-09-04
35 min
New Normal Big Life
Surviving Your Hospital Stay: Dr. Julie Siemers
Send us a textThe healthcare system can be a maze of hidden dangers, but what if you had an insider's guide to navigating it safely? Dr. Julie Siemers pulls back the curtain on hospital risks in this eye-opening conversation that could save your life or the life of someone you love.Drawing from 45 years as a nurse educator and author of "Surviving Your Hospital Stay," Dr. Siemers reveals shocking statistics about medication errors, misdiagnoses, and the alarming fact that only 9% of newly graduated nurses demonstrate competency for safe practice. She shares practical tools anyone...
2025-08-29
43 min
The Mental Weight Room - A Podcast for Athletes, Parents of Athletes and Coaches
Ep. 35 The Student-Athlete Playbook: Routines, Good Study Habits & TIme Management
Join Coach Antoinette Datoc in The Mental Weight Room as she shares invaluable tips on managing time, creating effective daily routines, and building discipline to excel both in the classroom and on the field. Discover how elite student-athletesmaster their schedules and how you can apply these principles to your life.Learn about the importance of structured routines, discipline over motivation, and how good study habits translate to better sports performance. Plus, grab free tools and planners to help you stay organized and succeed throughout the school year. Tune in, get inspired, and start training...
2025-08-27
08 min
New Normal Big Life
The Root Cause of Chronic Illness
Send us a textEver felt trapped in a healthcare system that sees your symptoms but misses you as a whole person? Dr. Kevin Smith pulls back the curtain on why so many individuals feel chronically sick and tired despite countless doctor visits. The answer lies in understanding the profound difference between conventional medicine, which treats symptoms with drugs, and functional medicine, which asks the critical question: why is this happening in the first place?The statistics are alarming—chronic disease affects more Americans than ever before, and at increasingly younger ages. Through enlightening explanations of...
2025-08-21
37 min
New Normal Big Life
Magnesium The Mineral Transforming Lives
Send us a textEver wondered why you're still exhausted despite a full night's sleep? Why those muscle cramps keep returning? Or why anxiety seems to lurk around every corner? The answer might be simpler than you think.Magnesium – a mineral powering over 300 biochemical reactions in your body – could be the missing piece in your wellness puzzle. Yet remarkably, up to 80% of us are deficient without even knowing it.In this eye-opening episode, we dive deep into what many health professionals call "the invisible deficiency." Guest Natalie Jurado - Founder - Rooted In shar...
2025-08-08
30 min
New Normal Big Life
Microcirculation: Drug-Free Pain Relief With AVACEN Medical
Send us a textImagine finding pain relief from the palm of your hand - no pills, no procedures, just enhanced blood flow delivering healing nutrients throughout your body. This groundbreaking approach to chronic pain is transforming lives through a remarkably simple technology.Danielle Forsgren, the dynamic co-founder of AVACEN Medical, reveals how their FDA-cleared devices are reshaping pain management by enhancing microcirculation through a combination of vacuum pressure and heat therapy. The technology works by targeting arterial venous anastomosis points in the palm, essentially creating a "body hack" that maintains open blood vessels and...
2025-08-04
46 min
Met Antoinette naar Bed
De Bachelorparty van Do en Antoinette met MilenaaXOXO, Gresa, Folkert, Hester, Rudy, Bastiaan en nog veel meer
WE ZIJN GETROUWD... En de uitzending ervoor werd de bachelorparty 👰🏼♀️🤵🏾♂️Mede mogelijk gemaakt door o.a.🩷Esra 🩷Folkert🩷Hester🩷Milena🩷en Gresaen vele vele meer!Wil je meer Met Antoinette naar Bed check dan op Instagram @metantoinettenaarbedTikTok @metantoinettenaarbedDe intro en outro zijn gemaakt door JustDoMusic. Wil je de volledige sfeer proeven met de volledige muziek, beluister dan elke maandagavond tussen 22.00 en 00.00 live de uitzending op yoursafe radio.Hey Pssst, klik hier voor een sexy playlist.
2025-07-17
1h 01
The Mental Weight Room - A Podcast for Athletes, Parents of Athletes and Coaches
Ep. 25 Reset Your Nervous System & Recharge Your Brain: How Athletes Use NSDR to Stay Sharp
In this week’s episode of the Mental Weight Room, Coach Antoinette Datoc introduces the concept of Non-Sleep Deep Rest (NSDR), a powerful tool for athletes to reset their nervous systems and avoid burnout. The session covers the importance of mental recovery, how constant stimulation affects the sympathetic nervous system, and the benefits of NSDR practices like meditation, hypnosis, and deep breathing coupled with body scanning. Coach Antoinette guides listeners through a simple NSDR routine that requires less than 10 minutes, helping them achieve better focus, recovery, and performance. Listeners are encouraged to integrate this practice into their routine to st...
2025-06-18
11 min
New Normal Big Life
The War on Men: How Traditional Masculinity Strengthens Society
Send us a textThe demonization of masculinity over the past decade has created a damaging cultural environment where boys and men are made to feel inherently flawed simply for exhibiting natural masculine traits. This eye-opening episode challenges this harmful narrative with compelling research showing traditional masculinity actually improves mental well-being and provides psychological resilience.When we examine the American Psychological Association's 2018 guidelines for practice with boys and men, we discover a concerning tendency to pathologize normal male behavior. While acknowledging positive traits like courage and leadership, the emphasis on potential negative outcomes has contributed...
2025-06-13
53 min
The Mental Weight Room - A Podcast for Athletes, Parents of Athletes and Coaches
Ep. 23 Mental Strength Is Contagious: Why Group Mental Performance Coaching Works
In this episode of The Mental Weight Room, Coach Antoinette Datoc explores the powerful benefits of group mental performance training for athletes, parents, and coaches. Far from being a second-best alternative to one-on-one sessions, group coaching offers a unique edge: it builds a shared language, strengthens team culture, and fosters collective mental toughness.Whether you’re an athlete looking to gain a mental edge, a parent struggling to navigate how to support your athlete from the sidelines, or a coach striving to cultivate a culture rooted in growth mindset and mental strength—group coaching can help.You...
2025-06-04
06 min
The Mental Weight Room - A Podcast for Athletes, Parents of Athletes and Coaches
Ep. 20: Routines That Win: Habits for Peak Performance
In this week's episode of 'The Mental Weight Room,' host and mental performance coach Antoinette Datoc delves into the significance of routines and rituals for enhancing athletic performance. She explains how creating daily routines and pre-game rituals can help athletes stay focused, reduce anxiety, and prepare mentally for competition. The episode features examples from renowned athletes like LeBron James, Rafael Nadal, Michael Phelps, and Simone Biles, illustrating how their detailed routines contribute to their success. Coach Antoinette offers practical tips to build effective routines, emphasizing the importance of consistency, flexibility, and intentionality. Listeners are encouraged to establish their...
2025-05-16
08 min
The Mental Weight Room - A Podcast for Athletes, Parents of Athletes and Coaches
Ep. 18 Built to Believe: The Power of Unshakeable Confidence
In this episode of The Mental Weight Room, mental performance coach Antoinette Datoc explores the critical role of self-belief in reaching peak athletic performance. Learn why unshakeable confidence is what separates great athletes from good ones — boosting performance, resilience, and focus under pressure.Antoinette shares practical strategies like celebrating small wins, practicing affirmations, adopting a growth mindset, and overcoming imposter syndrome. Drawing inspiration from legends like Michael Jordan, Serena Williams, Kobe Bryant, and Usain Bolt, she shows how powerful belief in yourself can truly be.The episode wraps up with actionable tips to build lasting con...
2025-04-30
06 min
The Mental Weight Room - A Podcast for Athletes, Parents of Athletes and Coaches
Ep. 15 Eyes on the Prize: Concentration Drills That Deliver
In this episode of the Mental Weight Room Podcast, host and mental performance coach Antoinette Datoc, discusses the importance of mental focus for athletes. Concentration is crucial in high-pressure situations, and it must be trained to avoid mistakes and maintain peak performance. Antoinette introduces focus-building exercises such as 'chaos ball,' a high-energy reaction time drill, and visual focus drills to filter out distractions. She also emphasizes maintaining focus during regular training sessions by setting mental goals and staying mentally engaged. Additionally, specific drills like the concentration ladder and the five-minute focus challenge are covered to sharpen attention further...
2025-04-09
08 min
The Mental Weight Room - A Podcast for Athletes, Parents of Athletes and Coaches
Ep. 14 The Art of Patience in Sports
In this episode of the Mental Weight Room, mental performance coach Antoinette Datoc, discusses the crucial topic of patience in sports. She dives into the common experience of hitting performance plateaus, emphasizing that they are a natural part of the journey rather than a sign of failure. Coach Antoinette offers practical advice on how to reevaluate your approach, trust the process, and focus on small wins. She also underscores the importance of setting long-term goals and celebrating the journey rather than just the end results. With a focus on mindset shifts, this episode is a guide for athletes to...
2025-04-02
07 min
The Mental Weight Room - A Podcast for Athletes, Parents of Athletes and Coaches
Ep. 13 Sleep Like a Champion: The Ultimate Performance Hack
This week in The Mental Weight Room, certified mental performance coach Antoinette Datoc takes a deep dive into the often underestimated yet essential role of sleep and recovery in peak athletic performance.Coach Antoinette unpacks the science of sleep, focusing on the impact of slow-wave sleep (SWS) and the release of human growth hormone (hGH) in muscle repair, recovery, and physical development. She highlights compelling research demonstrating how increased sleep duration significantly enhances performance across various sports, including basketball, swimming, and tennis.Additionally, she shares evidence-based strategies for optimizing sleep, explores the effects of travel o...
2025-03-26
10 min
The Mental Weight Room - A Podcast for Athletes, Parents of Athletes and Coaches
Ep.12 Building a Winning Mindset: Insights from Certified Nutrition Coach, Michael Bronte
In this episode of the Mental Weight Room, host Antoinette Datoc welcomes Michael Bronte, a certified nutrition coach and founder of Guided Nutrition. Michael shares his extensive 35-year journey in fitness and nutrition, discussing how mindset is crucial for forming sustainable health habits. The conversation delves into the mental aspects of nutrition, challenges faced by clients, the importance of baby steps in building good habits, and the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation for long-term success. Antoinette and Michael also highlight similarities in coaching strategies for both mental performance and nutrition. Tune in for valuable insights on training the...
2025-03-19
15 min
The Mental Weight Room - A Podcast for Athletes, Parents of Athletes and Coaches
Ep. 10 Accessing Deep Focus in High-Pressure Situations
In this episode of the Mental Weight Room Podcast, hosted by mental performance coach, Antoinette Datoc, listeners are guided through techniques to develop deep focus in high-pressure situations. Coach Antoinette discusses the concept of cognitive load, shares effective focus drills such as box breathing and visual focus exercises, and emphasizes the importance of pre-performance routines. The episode highlights real-life examples of athletes like Simone Biles, Tiger Woods, and Kobe Bryant, who excel in clutch moments through mental training. Coach Antoinette also underscores the role of mental performance coaches in helping athletes manage stress and enhance their focus. Listeners are...
2025-03-05
08 min
The Mental Weight Room - A Podcast for Athletes, Parents of Athletes and Coaches
Ep. 9 The Mind-Body Connection
In this episode of The Mental Weight Room, host and certified mental performance coach, Antoinette Datoc, explores the critical connection between thoughts, emotions, and athletic performance. Athletes often focus solely on physical skills, overlooking the mental factors that significantly impact performance. Antoinette breaks down how thoughts influence emotions, emotions affect physical states, and ultimately how this cycle can either enhance or hinder athletic performance. She provides actionable tips to control thoughts, regulate emotions, and disrupt negative patterns to elevate your game. The episode highlights strategies including positive self-talk, visualization, emotional awareness, and pre-performance routines. By mastering this connection, athletes...
2025-02-26
10 min