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Please join us on Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2021 at 4:00 p.m. PST for a live show with host Denise Messenger. Our guest is David Rettew (Ri-TOO), MD.  He is a child and adolescent psychiatrist and an Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Pediatrics at the University of Vermont Larner College of Medicine. He is also the Medical Director of the Child, Adolescent and Family Division of the Vermont Department of Mental Health.  He received his undergraduate degree in psychology at the University of Pennsylvania before working at the National Institute of Mental Health.  He then earned his medical degree at the University of Vermont followed by adult and child psychiatry training at Harvard Medical School within the Massachusetts General and McLean Hospital program. Dr. Rettew divides his time between clinical, teaching and research activities. He has over 100 published journal articles, chapters, and scientific abstracts on a variety of child mental health topics, including a 2013 book entitled Child Temperament:  Ne

Please join us on Wednesday, February 10, 2021 at 4:00 p.m. PST for a live show with host Denise Messenger. Our special guest is Dr. Valena Wright. She is a gnecological oncologist and author of the upcoming book, "It's Time You Knew: The Power of Your Choices to Prevent Women's Cancer." Your annual doctor visit isn’t enough to prevent disease and cancer—you have the power to protect your health with the right conversations. When women’s cancer surgeon Valena Wright, MD lost her older sister to Stage IC Ovarian Cancer, she knew she had to speak up. Her younger sister was saved through cancer prevention measures—but nobody was explaining how those measures could save more women. Now she is empowering women from all walks to prevent cancer through informed decision-making regarding risk reducing options and healthy lifestyle choices. During more than 25 years of medical practice, Valena has been named Top Doctor by Boston Magazine numerous times and is an assistant professor at Boston University School of Medi

Please join us on Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at 4:00 p.m. PST for a live show with host Denise Messenger. Our returning guest is Allen Klein. Actor/Comic Jerry Lewis has said that Allen Klein is “a noble and vital force watching over the human condition.” Klein is an award-winning professional speaker, TEDx presenter, and author of 30-plus books including the bestselling book, The Healing Power of Humor. His more recent books include You Can’t Ruin My Day, Embracing Life After Loss and the just published, The AWE Factor. Klein shows audiences worldwide how to find humor and positivity in their not-so-funny stuff.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/health-media-now--6436169/support.

Please join us on Wednesday, January 27, 2021 at 4:00 p.m. PST for a live show with host Denise Messenger. Our special guest is Dr. Julie Gatza. Health educator Dr. Julie Gatza is one of the nation's top chiropractic physicians with more than 26 years of clinical practice during which she assisted thousands of patients to resolve a wide variety of physical ailments. Using her understanding of the nervous system, nutrition, and alternative therapies, Dr. Gatza’s mission with each patient is to enhance their body's potential to heal itself. Dr. Gatza regularly lectures and educates audiences on how to maintain optimum health with a focus on the role that digestion plays in maintaining a healthy immune system. You asked for it and we deliver.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/health-media-now--6436169/support.

Please join us on Wednesday, January 20, 2021 at 4:00 p.m. for a live show with host Denise Messenger. Our guest is Martha Tettenborn. We will be discussing her book "Hacking Chemo: Using Ketogenic Diet, Therapeutic Fasting and a Kickass Attitude to Power through Cancer Treatment." Martha has been a dietician for over 30 years and is an expert in primal health. When she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer, she went on a fact-finding mission to understand how cancer affects our cells. Her discovery? A low-carb ketogenic diet, fasting and other usual “no-no’s” you hear from doctors actually can slow growth and starve the cancer out! You asked for it and we deliver.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/health-media-now--6436169/support.

Please join us today for a live show with host Denise Messenger.  Our special guest is Dr. Francis Parnell.  He will be discussing nasal sprays for COVID. Dr. Francis Parnell is CEO of Parnell Pharmaceuticals a California based private pharmaceutical company founded in 1986.  The company develops, manufactures, and markets prescription and OTC drug products that maintain and restore mucosal and skin integrity. The products are natural-based and patented for oral and nasal care and personal care. Parnell co-founded Parnell Pharmaceuticals and Y.S. Laboratories over thirty years ago to research and create pharmaceuticals to sustain wellness and to improve quality of life. A graduate of Georgetown University School of Medicine Parnell completed residency training at the University of Wisconsin at Madison.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/health-media-now--6436169/support.

Please join us on Wednesday, January 6, 2021 at 4:00 p.m. PST for a live show with host Denise Messenger. Pat Alva-Kraker will be joining us to discuss her book, "One Woman’s Journey to Elation" which celebrates what it is to live an empowered life, the healing power of new beginnings and a reminder that elation is a choice. The world knew her as an international IT project manager, and a community leader. A successful Latina woman working in two male‐dominated industries, IT and engineering. In order to be accepted, each morning Pat put on her two‐piece skirt suit with pumps; making decisions from her analytical side and forfeiting her strong sense of intuition. Then, after a 35‐year career, Pat “woke up”, began her own journey of elation and donated 100% of her corporate “uniforms” to The Ladder Alliance and now chooses to live an empowered life. You asked for it and we deliver.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/health-media-now--6436169/support.

Please join us Wednesday, November 4, 2020 at 4:00 P.M. PST. for a live show with host Denise Messenger.  Michael Collins is our guest. Thirty years ago, Mike struggled with drug addiction and after seeing the effects it had on his family, he decided to seek help.  In his meetings, Mike discovered that people would use sugar as a means to cope with the withdrawals and saw how the sweet substance could be a gateway drug in itself.  Michael Collins, founder of SugarAddiction.com and Quit Sugar Summit, as well as the Board Chairman of Food Addiction Institute, has been completely sugar-free for over 30 years and has worked closely with others to help them regain lives ravaged by this addictive product.     He raised two children sugar-free from the womb to over six years old - when they only had sugar once a month for their entire childhood.    On a special note: His book, which was rated #1 in Healthy Living on Amazon, will be available to your audience for free for the day of the interview.  You asked for i

Please join us on Wednesday, October 28, 2020 at 4:00 p.m. PST with a live interview with host Denise Messenger.  Our special guest is Jackie Lynch.  Jackie Lynch is a Registered Nutritional Therapist and founder of the WellWellWell nutrition clinic in Notting Hill, London, where she specializes in women’s health and the menopause. Keen to break the taboo about discussing the menopause, she launched the popular diet & lifestyle podcast The Happy Menopause in 2019 and her new book, The Happy Menopause: Smart Nutrition to Help You Flourish has just been released.  She’s a regular contributor of nutrition features for a range of print and online media and features as a guest expert on TV and radio programmes.  Her clinical work has inspired her to write a regular blog and to publish 2 books: Va Va Voom: The 10-Day Energy Diet and The Right Bite: Smart Food Choices for Eating on the Go.  You asked for it and we deliver.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/health-media-now--6436

Please join us Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2020 at 4:00 p.m. PST for a live show with host Denise Messenger. Our guest is Dave Frost.   He will be talking about thriving and striving into your 90's. David earned his Bachelor of Science degree from the US Naval Academy, and his Master of Systems Management degree from University of Southern California with a focus on human factors. He also gained post-graduate education at the Naval War College and the National Defense University. He is a national and world champion Master’s rower, which directly aligns with his fitness training. With his professional NFPT certifications, Coach Dave provides certified group, one-on-one online training sessions for athletes of all ages to add life in their years and years.  You asked for it and we deliver.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/health-media-now--6436169/support.

Please join us Wednesday, October 14, 2020 at 4:00 p.m. PST for a live show with host Denise Messenger.  Our guest is Elliott Katz.  He is the author of seven nonfiction books and has done many media interviews and speaks about the insights in this book to groups of men and women. After the end of a relationship, he set out to learn what it means to be a man in a relationship. Trendy ideas said little to him. He found powerful wisdom in the timeless lessons that fathers and other older male role models used to teach younger men. In this book he shares this wisdom.  You asked for it and we deliver.    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/health-media-now--6436169/support.

Please join us Wednesday, September 30, 2020 at 4:00 p.m. PST for a live show with host Denise Messenger.  Our special guest is Jeremy Moore.  Jeremy Moore is an ACE certified personal trainer focused on helping people build muscle and lose weight. Diagnosed with cystic fibrosis in 2003, Jeremy has become a shining testimony to his own workout approach and training regimen.  Through mastering his body, Jeremy has gone on to create a successful career within the fitness industry, tirelessly refining his methods and sharing his expert wisdom with others.  You asked for it and we deliver.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/health-media-now--6436169/support.

Join us Wednesday, September 23, 2020 at 4:00 p.m. California time for a live show with host Denise Messenger.  Our special guest is Bill Protzmann.  He’s the world’s leading expert on music’s power for physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health, and he’s here today to inspire, delight and demonstrate the power of music as a tool for self-care.  His volunteer work has included Board positions with Guitars for Vets and the San Diego Veterans Coalition. He has been instrumental in connecting thousands of military service members and Veterans with honor tickets to the largest healing music organization in his town: the San Diego Symphony.  In 2011, Bill launched Music Care Inc, a for-purpose corporation to teach and advocate for practical ways music can be used for your self-care. He was recognized by the National Council for Behavioral Health with an Award of Excellence in 2014 – the industry equivalent of winning an OscarYou asked for it and we deliver.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://ww

Please join us live for a great show with host Denise Messenger on September 2, 2020 at 4:00 p.m. California time.  Our special guest is Georgia Woodbine.She is one of the world’s leading authorities in personal and professional development and has helped to motivate and inspire an entire generation.  She is widely known as a change agent, author, lifestyle transformation coach and dynamic and entertaining speaker. She has been featured in media outlets such as; The Daily News, Huffington Post, Rolling Out Magazine, Sirius Radio XM. She created curriculum and lectured at The Learning Annex, one of the premier producers of seminars, lectures, classes, and workshops throughout North America.  She has also been a guest speaker at Time Warner Cable, Columbia University, Stony Brook University, Rutgers University, Howard University, Medgar Evers College, Monroe College, Georgian Court University, as well as a long list of other network organizations. She has authored several books and has over fifteen years of ent

Please join us Wednesday, August 26, 2020 at 4:00 p.m. PST (California) for a live interview with host Denise Messenger.  Our special guest is Jeanie Cisco-Meth and she will be discussing "Bully Proofing You: Taming the Bully Between Your Ears."  When Jeanie was a young girl, everyone knew she was different. When she got into school, the labeling began. She had so many learning disabilities and physical differences she stood out. She had dyslexia, she couldn’t talk very well, she was legally blind, by the eighth grade she was six feet tall, she was a cancer survivor, and the list goes on. She was told she would never amount to much. She remembers sitting in the classroom with her parents and her teachers listening to the discussion about her dismal future. Jeanie and her parents had different ideas. Delbert and Martha, Jeanie’s parents, did not spend so much time, money, emotional stress battling childhood cancer with her just to give up now. They knew she would find a way. When Jeanie got into high school s

Please join us Wednesday, August 19, 2020 at 4:00 p.m. California time.  Denise Messenger will be interviewing Bracha Goetz about food addictions.  In this interview, you will learn why people overeat.  We overeat because we want more pleasure in our lives.  You will also discover how to bring more lasting pleasure into your life instead Bracha Goetz is the Harvard-educated author of 38 books that help children's souls shine and Searching for God in the Garbage, a candid memoir for adults about overcoming food addictions joyfully.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/health-media-now--6436169/support.

Please join us Wednesday, August 12, 2020 at 4:00 p.m. California time with host Denise Messenger for a live interview with David Essel.  We will be discussing his book, "Focus." David  is a number one best-selling author (10), counselor, master life coach, international speaker and radio host  whose mission is to positively affect 2 million people or more every day, in every area of life,  regardless of their current circumstances. Celebrity Jenny McCarthy says “David Essel is the new leader of the positive thinking movement.” David’s work of 38 years is also highly endorsed by the late Wayne Dyer, “Chicken Soup for the Soul”  author Mark Victor Hansen, as well as many other celebrities and radio and television networks from around the world. He is verified through Psychology Today as one of the top Counselors and Life Coaches in the USA, and is a “Verified Relationship Expert ” through Marriage.com  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/health-media-now--6436169/support.

Please join us for a live show with host Denise Messenger.  Our special guest is Dr. William J. Ruch, DC.  He will be talking to us about how to deal with knee pain.  Dr. William Ruch has a successful chiropractic practice for over 30 years, in Oakland, California. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from the University of San Francisco in 1975. He left academia and started a career in residential remodeling. In 1983 he left his job as superintent of a residential remolding company and started his chiropractic college education. He graduated Cum Laude from Life Chiropractic College West in Hayward, California in September of 1986. In the Spring of 1987, he returned to his alma mater as adjunct faculty, where he has been teaching till this day.  You asked for it and we deliver.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/health-media-now--6436169/support.

Please join us Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at 4:00 p.m. PST for a live show with host Dehise Messenger.  Our special guest is Dr. Steve Webb. He is a Certified Social Media Intelligence Expert and the author of the Amazon best-selling book Education in a Violent World.He is an award-winning educator, police officer, and the founder of Safe School Systems, an organization that helps schools and communities enact and enhance common-sense school safety tactics.Dr. Webb is also a certified A.L.I.C.E. Active Threat Training Instructor and R.A.I.D.E.R. Solo Engagement Tactics Level II Instructor for law enforcement, and he is an Associate Professor in Educational Administration at Southern Illinois University and McKendree University, specializing in school law and policy.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/health-media-now--6436169/support.

Please join us Wednesday, July 15, 2020 at 4:00 p.m. PST for a live show with host Denise Messenger.  Our special guests are: Chris Burres and Patrick Wanis.  Chris Burres is a research engineer and scientist whose primary mission is to help people live longer, healthier, pain-free lives. Burres has a background in the field of inventions and manufacturing. With a BS in Mechanical Engineering from University of Houston, Burres is a co-inventor of patents related to the use of explosives in downhole oil well drilling, a co-inventor of the most efficient fullerene manufacturing equipment in use since 1991, and co-owner of a company that manufactures a unique product containing a Nobel-Prize winning molecule that has been shown to extend the lifespan of test subjects by 90 percent.http://www.myvitalc.com/hmnr The link is for a free audiobook "Neutralize the Seven Emotions that are Holding You Hostage" and guided meditation.  Patrick Wanis is a world-renowned expert on behavioral therapy, specializing in the area