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Open Forum in The Villages, FloridaExploring GLP-1 Drugs for Weight Loss with Dr. G and Peter BernardSend us a textExploring GLP-1 Drugs for Weight Loss with Dr. G and Peter BernardThe latest episode of Open Forum in the Villages, Florida, hosted by Mike Roth, features Dr. Gerard Acloque, Jr., MD, and Peter Bernard discussing the benefits and challenges of GLP-1 drugs for weight loss and diabetes control. Dr. G, a well-known concierge doctor specializing in weight loss medications such as Zepbound and Manjaro, joins Peter Bernard, a retired TV reporter who has lost 36 pounds using Zepbound, to talk about their experiences and insights. They cover topics such...
2025-08-0140 min
Open Forum in The Villages, FloridaExploring The Villages: Health, Improv, and Innovation S7,#2Send us a textExploring The Villages: Health, Improv, and Innovation S7, #2Season 7 Kickoff: Clubs, Health Insights, Improv, and Tech UpdatesWelcome to the second episode of Season 7 of Open Forum in The Villages, Florida, hosted by Mike Roth. In this episode, Mike outlines upcoming shows and discusses his passion for sharing knowledge and insights with the community. He highlights next week's video episode featuring Peter Bernard and Dr. Gerard Acloque, focusing on GLP-1 drugs for weight loss. The show also delves into local improv events and future podcasting and AI...
2025-07-2521 min
Open Forum in The Villages, FloridaPeter Bernard's EV Influence Unpacked - Part 2Send us a textSupporter Page: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1974255/supportInnovations and Realities in Electric and Autonomous Vehicles - Part 2 of 2In this multifaceted episode of the Open Forum in the Villages, Florida podcast, hosted by Mike Roth and Peter Bernard, the discussion navigates through the present and future landscape of electric and autonomous vehicles (EVs). Key highlights include Mercedes-Benz's foray into the hybrid market with the debut of the S580e, showcasing the potential of plug-in hybrids for those reluctant to fully commit to electric cars. The...
2024-11-0129 min
Open Forum in The Villages, FloridaEV Evolution: A Talk with Peter BernardSend us a textSupporter Page: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1974255/supportThe Future of Electric Vehicles: Challenges and OpportunitiesIn this episode of the 'Open Forum in the Villages, Florida' podcast, hosts Mike Roth and Peter Bernard explore the current state and future potential of electric vehicles (EVs) in America. Discussing challenges such as reduced range in cold weather and the logistics of charging infrastructure, the episode delves into the technical nuances of various EV models, including Tesla and Mercedes, and tackles common misconceptions about EVs. The hosts share...
2024-10-2530 min
Open Forum in The Villages, FloridaMastering Maintenance and Embracing Community in The Sunshine StateSend us a textEmbark on a journey into the heart of homestead upkeep with Mike Roth and the ever-knowledgeable Peter Bernard as we uncover the secrets to keeping cool during The Villages' blistering heat waves. From tackling the myth of garage door insulation, where we swap tales of Styrofoam boards versus the sleek aluminum foil-like bubble wrap, to examining the art of keeping those hurricane bars firmly in place, we've got your garage woes covered. But it doesn't stop there; we also spill the beans on why tinting your garage windows could be your new best...
2024-06-0741 minOpen Forum in The Villages, FloridaFrom Stage to Voice Control Peter Bernard's Journey in the SpotlightSend us a textDiscover how to transform your living space into a voice-controlled haven as we sit down with Peter Bernard, the tech maestro of the Villages. This week, Peter unveils the secrets behind smart home magic, from Ecobee thermostats synced with Alexa, to the merits of having a C-wire and the allure of the Nest alternative. Our chat reveals the inside track on why wired doorbell cameras trump their battery-operated cousins, with a nod to Peter's favorite RioLink setup, blending security with the convenience of Home Assistant integration.Savor the tales of brain...
2024-04-0525 minOpen Forum in The Villages, FloridaDecades of Reporting Wisdom and the Electrifying Future of Cars-Peter Bernard - Part 1Send us a textDiscover the seismic shifts in media over four transformative decades as we sit down with Peter Bernard, a seasoned TV reporter who's seen it all. From the golden age of unbiased journalism embodied by Walter Cronkite to today's opinion-laden newsrooms headlined by figures like Tucker Carlson and Rachel Maddow, Peter reveals how the narrative has changed. Together, we grapple with the repercussions of these changes on society's growing divide and the quest for truth amidst a cloud of skepticism around voting technologies and the integrity of our news.As our conversation...
2024-03-2924 min
The Virtual Memories ShowEpisode 500 - ALL The GuestsFIVE-HUNDRED EPISODES of The Virtual Memories Show?! Let's celebrate this milestone episode with tributes, remembrances, jokes, congrats, non-sequiturs, and a couple of songs (!) from nearly 100 of my past guests, including Maria Alexander, Jonathan Ames, Glen Baxter, Jonathan Baylis, Zoe Beloff, Walter Bernard, Sven Birkerts, Charles Blackstone, RO Blechman, Phlip Boehm, MK Brown, Dan Cafaro, David Carr, Kyle Cassidy, Howard Chaykin, Joe Ciardiello, Gary Clark, John Crowley, Ellen Datlow, Paul Di Filippo, Joan Marans Dim, Liza Donnelly, Bob Eckstein, Scott Edelman, Barbara Epler, Glynnis Fawkes, Aaron Finkelstein, Mary Fleener, Shary Flenniken, Josh Alan Friedman, Kipp Friedman, Michael Gerber, Mort Gerberg...
2022-08-192h 46