Best Angela Sims Podcasts (2025)

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The Humanity of Health Coaching in an AI World, With Dr. Ronjon Nag 28:43

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What happens to healthcare when artificial intelligence gets faster, smarter, and more accessible? In this episode of Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi speaks with Stanford professor and AI pioneer Dr. Ronjon Nag about the future of AI in medicine, why human connection still matters, and how coaches can embrace technology without losing their impact. Wi…

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How Health Coaching Heals the Heart, With Dr. Sanjay Bhojraj 36:17

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What if treating heart disease meant going beyond prescriptions and procedures to ask what truly matters? In this episode of Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi welcomes Dr. Sanjay Bhojraj, a board-certified interventional cardiologist who found new purpose through functional medicine and personalized, lifestyle-based care.Show notes: https://functionalme…

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A New Coaching Model for Mental Health Support, With Shelby Garay 29:21

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What role can health coaches play in addressing today’s mental health crisis? On this episode of Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi welcomes FMCA graduate Shelby Garay, Senior Manager of Coaching at the Headspace Training Institute, to talk about her journey from FMCA’s inaugural class to shaping the future of mental health coaching. Shelby shares her pa…

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Navigating Legal Protection for Your Practice, With Lisa Fraley 32:47

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What does it really mean to “stay in your lane” as a health coach? In this week’s episode of Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi welcomes attorney and certified health coach Lisa Fraley to shed light on the legal side of coaching. Lisa blends her experience as a former healthcare lawyer with her background as a coach to help professionals understand scope…

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Joseph Tucker Edmonds: Silhouette Interview 27:59

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Joseph Tucker Edmonds, PhD is Assistant Professor of Africana Studies and Religious Studies at Indiana University Indianapolis.By The Wabash Center for Teaching and Learning in Theology and Religion

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Why Health Coaching Is the Heart of Healthcare, With Karen Malkin 28:23

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What does it take to be at the forefront of a profession that is transforming healthcare? This week on Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi welcomes Karen Malkin, one of the first National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coaches in the United States. Karen has spent years weaving together nutrition, environmental health, and brain health into her coach…

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How ReCODE Helps Prevent Cognitive Decline, With Julie Luby and Chris Coward 32:28

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Can cognitive decline be prevented or even reversed with the right approach? This week on Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi speaks with FMCA graduate and ReCODE 2.0 health coach Julie Luby and Apollo Health’s VP of Coaching Services, Chris Coward, about the groundbreaking work being done in brain health coaching. Together, they explore the ReCODE progra…

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The Sacred Edge: Where Growth Begins and Comfort Ends, With Akshay Nanavati 32:18

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What would it mean to truly explore your limits, physically, emotionally, and spiritually? This week on Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi sits down with Akshay Nanavati, a speaker, author, and former Marine whose journey through trauma, addiction, and war led him to a life of intentional suffering, deep self-exploration, and global impact. From ultramar…

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Lakisha R. Lockhart: Silhouette Interview 23:43

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Lakisha R. Lockhart, PhD is Associate Professor of Christian Education at Union Presbyterian Seminary.By The Wabash Center for Teaching and Learning in Theology and Religion

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Reclaiming Your Health and Confidence After 40, With Natalie Jill 30:38

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What if your best years weren’t behind you but ahead? In this episode of Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi is joined by midlife fat loss expert and bestselling author Natalie Jill to challenge cultural narratives around aging, strength, and what is truly possible for women over 40. With an empowering message rooted in resilience, mindset, and science-ba…

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Angela D. Sims: Silhouette Interview 28:43

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Angela D. Sims, PhD is President of Colgate Rochester Crozer Divinity School.By The Wabash Center for Teaching and Learning in Theology and Religion

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How to Support the Skin Microbiome and Fight Chronic Disease, With Kiran Krishnan 36:31

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We often think of skin in terms of appearance, but what if it also reflects our internal health and serves as a predictor of chronic disease? In this fascinating episode of Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi is joined by Kiran Krishnan, a research microbiologist and co-founder of Microbiome Labs, to uncover what most people are missing about the skin mic…

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Healing the Gut with Client-Led Coaching, With Anu Simh 25:57

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What makes a health coaching relationship truly transformative? This week on Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi welcomes board-certified functional health coach and author Anu Simh to explore how coaching that centers the client’s voice and lived experience can lead to powerful, lasting change. Anu is the founder of 9 Arms of Wellness, where she helps bu…

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Christine Hong: Silhouette Interview 26:10

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Christine J. Hong, PhD is Associate Professor of Educational Ministry and Lead Professor of the DEdMin Program at Columbia Theological Seminary.By The Wabash Center for Teaching and Learning in Theology and Religion

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How We Can End Alzheimer's, With Dr. Dale Bredesen 28:35

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Is cognitive decline an inevitable part of aging? Not according to renowned neurologist and bestselling author Dr. Dale Bredesen. In this week’s episode of Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi sits down with Dr. Bredesen to talk about his latest book, The Ageless Brain, and how his groundbreaking work is changing the conversation around Alzheimer’s prevent…

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From Olympic Gold to Health Coach, With Kate Slatter 27:39

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What happens when an Olympic champion faces life’s hardest loss—and uses that pain to help others heal? In this episode of Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi sits down with FMCA graduate Kate Slatter, a gold medalist turned functional medicine health coach, to talk about grief, resilience, and how coaching became her way forward.Show notes: https://funct…

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Healing Food Shame Through Self-Compassion, With Lydia Knight 35:42

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Why do so many women struggle with food—and why does dieting often make it worse? In this week’s episode of Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi welcomes Lydia Knight, founder of The She Center and an expert in helping women end disordered eating. Together, they explore how our relationships with food are shaped by thought patterns, not willpower, and how …

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The Coaching-First Healthcare Model, With Tierni Eaton and Dr. Jason Shumard 28:22

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What does it look like when health coaches are fully integrated into a medical practice—not just as support staff, but as central figures in the care team? This week on Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi sits down with Dr. Jason Shumard and Tierni Eaton to explore how their practice is redefining functional medicine through true practitioner-coach collab…

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Mentoring: Tat-siong Benny Liew 27:14

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Tat-siong Benny Liew, Ph.D. is Professor, Class of 1956 Chair in New Testament Studies at Holy Cross College. In this rich and reflective conversation, Dr. Nancy Lynne Westfield and Dr. Tat-siong Benny Liew explore the complexities of mentoring within academic and theological contexts. They discuss mentoring as a relational, communal, and intergene…

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Why Genetics Are The Future of Personalized Wellness, With Heather Morgan 23:45

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What if you could tailor your wellness approach to match your DNA? In this episode of Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi sits down with Heather Morgan, CEO of NBX Wellness, to discuss the exciting future of personalized, genetics-based wellness—and how health coaches are perfectly positioned to lead the charge. With her background in health coaching and …

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Ryan Bonfiglio: Silhouette Interview 34:24

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Ryan Bonfiglio, PhD. is Associate Professor in the Practice of Old Testament at Candler School of Theology and Executive Director of The Candler Foundry.By The Wabash Center for Teaching and Learning in Theology and Religion

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How to Make Speaking Your Superpower, With Joel Weldon 34:43

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Do you freeze up at the thought of public speaking? Whether it’s on stage, over Zoom, or at a community event, getting your message across clearly and confidently can be one of the most valuable skills a health coach develops. In this episode of Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi welcomes Joel Weldon—Hall of Fame professional speaker and creator of the U…

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Donald Quist: Silhouette Interview 27:32

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Donald Quist is Assistant of English at the University of Missouri and Educational Design Manager at the Wabash Center. He is author of many articles, essays, and books including the literary tryptic To Those Bounded, For Other Ghosts, and Harbors.By The Wabash Center for Teaching and Learning in Theology and Religion

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Jesse D. Mann: Silhouette Interview 21:56

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Jesse D. Mann is Theological Librarian with Drew University.By The Wabash Center for Teaching and Learning in Theology and Religion

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The Blood Markers That Actually Matter, With David Vogel 24:28

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What if your routine blood test held the key to understanding your future health? This week on Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi welcomes David Vogel—renowned data scientist, entrepreneur, and longevity researcher—for a compelling conversation about how data can transform our approach to health, prevention, and personalized care.Show notes: https://func…

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Learning to Write, Better: Sophfronia Scott & Donald E. Quist 38:35

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Sophfronia Scott is Director of the Masters of Fine Arts in Creative Writing at Alma College in Alma, MI and author a numerous books including Wild Beautiful and Free and The Seeker and the Monk. Donald Quist is Assistant of English at the University of Missouri and Educational Design Manager at the Wabash Center. He is author of many articles, ess…

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The Healing Power of Faith-Led Coaching, With Dr. Tabatha Barber 26:44

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What happens when a physician reclaims her health—and purpose—through functional medicine and faith? This week on Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi sits down with Dr. Tabatha Barber, a triple board-certified OB-GYN turned functional medicine doctor and coach, to discuss the powerful connection between gut health, hormone balance, spirituality, and soul …

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Eric Lewis Williams: Silhouette Interview 18:13

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Eric Lewis Williams, Ph.D. is Director of the Office of Black Church Studies and Assistant Professor of Theology and Black Church Studies at Duke Divinity School.By The Wabash Center for Teaching and Learning in Theology and Religion

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The Truth About Hormones and Weight Loss, With Ashley Fillmore 31:12

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Why do so many women do all the “right” things and still struggle to lose weight—especially in midlife? This week on Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi sits down with metabolic health expert Ashley Fillmore to unpack why traditional dieting fails and what it really takes to achieve sustainable, long-term results. With nearly two decades of experience, As…

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How Functional Dentistry Gets To The Root Of Oral Health, With Dr. Eniko Loud 26:02

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What if your dental issues weren’t just about your teeth—but your stress, diet, and sleep? On this episode of Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi sits down with trailblazing biological dentist and functional medicine practitioner Dr. Eniko Loud to explore how conventional dentistry misses the mark on whole-body healing—and how a holistic approach to oral …

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Why Teach Religion?: Eric Lewis Williams 25:36

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Eric Lewis Williams, Ph.D. is Director of the Office of Black Church Studies and Assistant Professor of Theology and Black Church Studies at Duke Divinity School. Williams quotes Zora Neale Hurston, "I was born with God in my house." Hear a scholar's story of having been raised in a Pentecostal household, mentored into the scholarship of religion w…

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How Client-Led Coaching Transforms Lives 17:01

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What makes health coaching uniquely powerful compared to traditional healthcare approaches? This week on Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi takes the mic solo to explore the heart of coaching: client-led, client-centered care. She explains why letting clients lead the way is not only different from what doctors or AI health platforms offer—it’s the key t…

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Adam Bond: Silhouette Interview 20:42

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Adam Bond, PhD is Associate Professor of Religion and African American Studies at Baylor University.By The Wabash Center for Teaching and Learning in Theology and Religion

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Igniting Imagination: Adam Bond 27:38

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Adam Bond, PhD is Associate Professor of Religion and African American Studies at Baylor University. Teaching to unlock new abilities to see. Imagining new futures, building new worlds, seeing new possibilities can be incorporated into our classrooms if teachers can unshackle their own creativity. Bond reflects on a recent Wabash cohort experience …

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Autoimmune Health Starts With Your Habits, With Amy Behimer 31:55

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What if a diagnosis didn’t mean decline—but a chance to build something stronger? This week on Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi is joined by Amy Behimer, pharmacist, board-certified health and wellness coach, and founder of the Habit Hub for Autoimmune Health, to talk about thriving with autoimmune disease, rethinking chronic care, and coaching as a po…

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Sailaja V. Krishnamurti: Silhouette Interview 15:45

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Sailaja V. Krishnamurti, Ph.D. is Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Gender Studies at Queen's University.By The Wabash Center for Teaching and Learning in Theology and Religion

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Defending Against Environmental Toxins, With Dr. Aly Cohen 31:47

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What if your everyday environment was quietly impacting your health in ways you never realized? This week on Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi welcomes back integrative rheumatologist and environmental health expert Dr. Aly Cohen for an eye-opening conversation about toxins, immune health, and what we can do to reduce our exposures. Dr. Aly shares insig…

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The Longevity Molecule You've Never Heard Of, With Leslie Kenny 32:44

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Can you really reverse your biological age—and feel better than you did in your 30s? This week on Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi sits down with Leslie Kenny , Oxford-based CEO of Oxford Healthspan and co-founder of the Oxford Longevity Project, to explore the science of longevity, immune modulation, and one intriguing compound that’s making waves in …

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Sabbatical Time: Sailaja V. Krishnamurti 21:43

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Sailaja V. Krishnamurti, Ph.D. is Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Gender Studies at Queen's University. A sabbatical provides precious time but also points to exploitation, exhaustion, and rage. What is a generative sabbatical, especially when resisting dehumanizing patterns of productivity? What kinds of synergies are needed for …

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Health Coaching After Retirement, With Charlette Plinneke 27:13

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Is it ever too late to embark on a new, purpose-driven career? This week on Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi welcomes Charlette Plinneke, a former middle school science teacher who, at 64, transitioned into the field of health coaching. Now a nationally board-certified Functional Medicine Health Coach with a Master of Science degree in Human Nutrition …

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Ways to Survive Grind Culture: Sharon Higginbothan 31:24

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Sharon Higginbothan, PhD is the Founder and Principle of the Higginbothan and Associates LLC where they do coaching, group facilitation, and consultation. She is also Adjunct Professor of Liberation and Womanist Theology at Chatham University. For those who feel disillusioned by the professorate - even when having had accomplishments, for those who…

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Teaching as Curating Experience - Sarah Farmer and Rachelle Green 28:43

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Sarah Farmer and Rachelle Green are Associate Directors for the Wabash Center. If teaching is not about control, what approach is better? How do you create an environment for learning which takes into consideration the entire experience of the student? What is the prerequisite of learning for adult students? What does it mean to create an arc of le…

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Why You’re Stronger With a Teammate, With Col. Martha McSally 38:53

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What does it take to truly rebuild yourself—body, mind, and spirit—after life’s hardest moments? This week on Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi is joined by Col. Martha McSally, a retired combat veteran, former U.S. Senator, and author of Dare to Fly, for a raw and uplifting conversation about overcoming adversity, redefining resilience, and how true tr…

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The Truth About Cholesterol, With Jonny Bowden 41:33

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Is everything we’ve been told about cholesterol wrong? This week on Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi welcomes Jonny Bowden, PhD, a renowned expert in nutrition and functional medicine, to challenge conventional wisdom about cholesterol. As the co-author of The Great Cholesterol Myth, Jonny explains why the outdated “good vs. bad cholesterol” model fall…

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Shatavia Wynn: Silhouette Interview 14:24

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Dr. Shatavia Wynn is Assistant Professor of Religious Studies at Rhodes College.By The Wabash Center for Teaching and Learning in Theology and Religion

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How To Turn Setbacks Into Strength, With Whitney Jones 34:14

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What does it mean to “win broken”? This week on Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi welcomes Whitney Jones, a three-time Fitness Olympia champion, world-class athlete, and author of Win Broken, to explore the mindset that has fueled her success. Despite facing numerous injuries and setbacks—including 18 surgeries—Whitney has refused to let obstacles defin…

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Grind Culture - A Detriment: Sharon Higginbothan 34:25

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Sharon Higginbothan, PhD is the Founder and Principle of the Higginbothan and Associates LLC where they do coaching, group facilitation, and consultation. She is also Adjunct Professor of Liberation and Womanist Theology at Chatham University. When we work until we are physically, mentally, and spiritually sick we are participating in being exploit…

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Heart Disease and Gut Health, With Dr. William Davis 31:55

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Could the key to preventing heart disease be found in your gut? This week on Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi welcomes cardiologist and bestselling author Dr. William Davis to explore how conventional medicine has overlooked the real drivers of heart disease—and how diet, gut health, and probiotics play a far greater role than previously thought. Dr. D…

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The People Who Raised Me Formed My Teaching: Shatavia Wynn 24:28

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Dr. Shatavia Wynn is Assistant Professor of Religious Studies at Rhodes College. Our communities form us, but effort (to say nothing of time and distance) may be required to understand how. Wynn's folks taught through care, deep listening and storytelling. Wynn discusses the realization of just how formative those relationships are to current teach…

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From Pharmacy to Health Coaching, With Adriana Shuman 31:08

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What drives someone to leave a stable career in conventional medicine for a path focused on holistic wellness? In this episode of Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi welcomes FMCA graduate and former pharmacist Adriana Shuman to share her journey from pharmacy school in Slovakia to building a thriving health coaching practice in the U.S. Adriana’s story i…