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Cycles and SeasonsEpisode 22: Perimenopause Pep Talkin this episode Jennifer talks about why perimenopause often feels like a perfect storm of change. (Spoiler alert: because it is!), and strategies to help navigate hormonal shifts that affect you physically, emotionally and cognitively.Key topics discussed:Physical, emotional and cognitive changes happening in perimenopause Nutrition tips to help you feel more balanced and energizedA small but powerful change to start feeling more grounded and empowered today My top piece of advice for embracing this season with confidence and clarityConnect with Jennifer:Schedule a free Perimenopause Support SessionFollow her on Instagram for more t...2025-07-3019 minCycles and SeasonsEpisode 21: A Patient-centered Fertility JourneyIn this episode, Jennifer talks with Nicole Lange, LicAc, MAOM, a thought leader and fierce advocate addressing what she sees as a PTSD epidemic in fertility care. As founder of Life Healing Life in Minneapolis, MN, Nicole has pioneered a harm-prevention approach that protects patients from the treatment-induced trauma affecting nearly 50% of people in fertility treatment.Since 2006, Nicole has revolutionized fertility care through her evidence-based practice that integrates reproductive science with trauma-informed care, traditional Chinese medicine, and nervous system regulation. She maintains the critical 25/75 ratio: 25% addressing reproductive anatomy, 75% supporting whole-person wellness—the factors determining 80% of outcomes....2025-07-1542 minCycles and SeasonsEpisode 20: Breathwork to Calm Hormone ChaosIn this episode, Jennifer talks with Marina Kay, an Executive Coach and Breathwork Facilitator focusing on stress and burnout prevention in high achievers and entrepreneurs. Her passion is helping women affected by chronic stress feel calm, confident and resilient. She uses full spectrum breathwork protocols, from functional to somatic, helping her clients relax, restore and recharge the body.Marina is the founder of Women Who Breathe, an online women’s community with live virtual breathwork sessions, courses on nervous system and hormonal health, and quarterly health challenges for women in high stress careers. Key topi...2025-07-0151 minCycles and SeasonsEpisode 19: Managing Stress and Building Resilience in Mid LifeEpisode 19: Managing stress and building resilience in mid-lifeIn this episode, Jennifer talks with Rachel Posner, C-IAYT, E-RYT, a yoga therapist and mindfulness coach helping people reduce stress, build resilience and thrive. Her work is informed by the intersection of mindfulness, neuroscience and psychology and her teachings integrate best practices for the mind, body and brain. Rachel has been in the wellness field for 24 years and is driven by a deep desire to help people feel calm, connected and engaged in their lives. Rachel offers individual yoga therapy sessions, mindfulness courses, yoga memberships and retreats.2025-06-2447 minCycles and SeasonsEpisode 18: Strength and Fitness in Perimenopause and MenopauseEpisode 18: Strength and Fitness in Perimenopause and MenopauseIn this episode, Jennifer talks with Dr. Maria Luque, an energetic and accomplished fitness and menopause expert, former health science professor, and United States Air Force veteran. With a PhD and MS in Health Sciences and over two decades of fitness experience, she combines academic expertise with practical insights. Dr. Luque is certified as a Certified Health Education Specialist, ACE Certified Personal Trainer, ACE Fitness Nutrition Specialist, and NASM Women’s Fitness Specialist. Passionate about helping women in midlife re-imagine exercise, body image, and well-being, she...2025-06-1944 min
Stop. Dieting. Forever. with Jennifer Dent Brown, Health + Life Coach for WomenEP 254. 3 Microhabits to Beat Bloating, Fatigue, and Low EnergyIf you’ve been feeling puffy, tired, and like your body’s stuck in neutral, no matter how “healthy” you’re trying to be… this episode is for you. I’m dropping 3 tiny-but-mighty microhabits that will help you calm your hormones, build self-trust, and finally start feeling like yourself again.
These aren’t basic tips. They’re identity-shifting rituals that signal to your body: “I’m safe. I’m consistent. I’m choosing me.”
Forget the all-or-nothing hustle. These are luxury wellness shifts for grown-ass women who want to feel good without burning out.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
Why your “healthy ha...2025-06-1125 min
Wild ConnectionFrom Dian Fossey to Ecoflix: Ian Redmond’s Journey to Protect the WildJoin me in conversation with conservation legend Ian Redmond, whose groundbreaking work with Dian Fossey and lifelong advocacy for great apes and elephants has shaped global conservation. We talk about his early days in the forest, his current work with Ecoflix, and the power of storytelling in saving species.
Recorded in September 2024, this episode offers a rare window into the past, present, and future of wildlife protection.
Learn more about Ecoflix: www.ecoflix.com
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#IanRedmond #W...2025-06-081h 29Cycles and SeasonsEpisode 17: Embracing and Navigating Grief on Your Fertility JourneyIn this episode, Jennifer talks with Alyssa Rose. Alyssa walks with those navigating life's most profound transitions. As a Grief Tender and Death Doula in Portland Oregon, she bridges ancient ritual practices with modern somatic therapies to create sacred spaces for those facing loss, death and deep change.Drawing from her extensive work with hundreds of families and communities, Alyssa’s unique approach to grief care honors the somatic, emotional and spiritual dimensions of the liminal and alchemical process of grieving.Alyssa is passionate about creating a grief literate culture that is resilient and compassionate eno...2025-05-2048 minCycles and SeasonsEpisode 16: Mental Health Support and InfertilityIn this episode, Jennifer talks with Kendra Quincy Knauf. Kendra is a licensed mental health counselor with a specialization in perinatal mental health, particularly supporting people dealing with fertility challenges, pregnancy after loss, and postpartum identity. She has worked in multiple settings, particularly in the community mental health space with a diverse group of clients over the past ten years. Currently she has a telehealth private practice. Kendra spent years undergoing fertility treatments and is a NICU mom. Kendra lives in the metro-Boston area with her family, and volunteers with her town government, undergraduate alumni organization, and is a...2025-05-1359 minCycles and SeasonsEpisode 15: Menopause in the Workplace In this episode, Jennifer talks with Louise Neil, B.Sc, PCC, a Women’s Career Empowerment Strategist and founder of Menomentum, a movement dedicated to transforming how we experience and support menopause in the workplace. Louise helps midlife women navigate career pivots, reclaim confidence and align their work with who they are now, not who they were 10 years ago. Through Menomentum, she partners with organizations to break the silence around menopause and build inclusive, supportive environments where women can thrive professionally—even through hormonal upheaval. She also offers 1:1 menopause doula support for women who are struggling with perim...2025-05-0547 min
Poultry Nerds Podcast: A conversation about chicken, quail and turkeys with a side of humorWhat the Crap Is Wrong With My Chicken? Jeff Mattocks Talks Poop, Feed & Mycotoxinssend us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond!💩 Welcome to the Poultry Nerds Podcast — where no question is too weird and no topic too gross to cover… especially when it comes to poop!In this explosively informative episode, we're joined by the legendary Jeff Mattocks, poultry nutrition expert and feed formulator, to answer the #1 mystery in backyard poultry: "What the crap is wrong with my bird?"Jeff breaks down:What normal vs. abnormal chicken manure looks likeSigns of m...2025-05-0149 minCycles and SeasonsEpisode 14: Stress management and fertility treatment In this episode, Jennifer talks with Dr. Camilla Moore, a Diplomate of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine and certified instructor of Harvard Medical School's SMART program. She offers evidence-based solutions through self-guided online courses, on-demand programs and personalized one-on-one coaching. Her approach helps people identify and address hidden stress triggers that often go unnoticed. Key topics discussed: Camilla’s fertility journey Look at your life as energy: charges and drains Trust is the path to letting go Practicing mindfulness and meditation Managing your stress response Finding time vs. creating space Connect with Camilla: ...2025-04-2341 minCycles and SeasonsEpisode 13: Melissa Hines, PT, DPT on Peri/menopause and Your Pelvic Floor In this episode, Jennifer talks with Dr. Melissa Hines, PT, DPT, about the importance of pelvic floor health. Melissa is a licensed physical therapist in MA and founder of Wellest Integrative Health, the only interdisciplinary premier pelvic health clinic in Boston. Melissa is also co-founder of the Institute for Pelvic Health, a pelvic health education platform for nurse practitioners, midwives and OBGYNs. Key topics discussed: Understanding your pelvic floor How estrogen decline impacts your pelvic floor Why all women can benefit from pelvic floor therapy What pelvic floor therapy treats Kegel exercises are over prescri...2025-04-1742 minCycles and SeasonsEpisode 12: Fertility Awareness Cycle TrackingEpisode 12: Fertility awareness cycle trackingIn this episode Jennifer talks with Julie Lipsett, a licensed therapist and certified fertility awareness educator who helps people feel more connected to their bodies and cycles. Through her work, she empowers individuals to navigate hormonal shifts with confidence, use cycle awareness to feel more at home in their bodies, and advocate for their health.Key topics discussed:What the fertility awareness method is, and how it can be helpful when you’re trying to conceiveThe value in tracking basal body temperature and cervical mucous in...2025-04-0236 minCycles and SeasonsEpisode 11: Sleep Wisdom for Women Episode 11: Sleep Wisdom for WomenIn this episode Jennifer talks with Jen Patenaude, the founder of Jennifer Eve Wellness. With a passion for guiding entrepreneurs and busy executives to their best selves, she specializes in transforming sleep from a mere afterthought to the cornerstone of peak performance and wellness. Key topics discussed: Root causes of poor sleep Sleep hygiene and sleep environment Synching up your body’s rhythm with nature’s rhythm Melatonin orchestrates the sleep process Tips for restorative sleep Sleep and fertility, perimenopause and hormone health Resources Mentioned: Connect with J...2025-03-0949 min
The Rich Redmond ShowThe Legendary Travis McNabb: A Nashville Juggernaut :: Ep 212 The Rich Redmond ShowRich and Jim talk with Sugarland’s Travis McNabb for an epic conversation diving deep into the world of professional drumming, music scenes, and a life dedicated to rhythm. Highlights include: [0:05:00] Travis's Musical Origins: Growing up in a musical family and discovering drums [0:25:00] Drumming Philosophy: The importance of feel, groove, and professionalism [0:48:00] Career Lessons: Humility, relationships, and never burning bridges [1:00:00] Recording Insights: Working with artists like Megan Maroney and Christian Bucha [1:25:00] Sugar Land and Jennifer Nettles: Behind-the-scenes stories [1:40:00] Favorite Drummers: Discussion on Ri...2025-03-072h 01
The Written SceneEpisode 77: Jennifer Silva RedmondAuthor and editor Jennifer Silva Redmond spends her days writing and sailing and even writing about sailing. But when it comes to editing, her knowledge is as vast as the oceans. In this episode of The Written Scene, Jennifer discusses aging and editing, how memory and memoir writing work together, what regular practice of reminiscing can do for your memory (and writing, too), traveling as a kid in a gypsy sorta way, the importance of libraries when growing up, editor-brain vs. writer-brain, preferring typing over handwriting, using a highlighter to extract what's really needed in a dense...2025-02-041h 12Cycles and SeasonsEpisode 10: PCOS and FertilityEpisode 10: PCOS and FertilityIn this episode, Jennifer talks about PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome) with Dr. Aaron Styer. Dr. Styer is a reproductive endocrinologist and the co-founding partner and co-medical director of CCRM Fertility Boston. One in 10 women have PCOS in some form: it’s one of the most common endocrine disorders. This episode provides wide ranging information on how PCOS may be diagnosed and treated and how to best manage your fertility if you’re trying to conceive with PCOS.Key topics discussed:What PCOS is, and its v...2025-02-0147 min