Best Christa Rymal Podcasts (2025)

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Special Episode | Gidon Lev | Holocaust Survivor and Joyful Optimist | 42:51

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In this heartfelt special episode of Humanity RX, we sit down with Gidon Lev, a Holocaust survivor, TikTok sensation, and author of "Let's Make Things Better." Gidon shares his incredible journey from the Czech Republic to surviving the horrors of the Holocaust, and how he found joy and resilience amidst unimaginable adversity. Join us as we explor…

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Episode #10 | Dr. Chethan Sathya | Trauma to Triumph | Pediatric Trauma Surgeon 21:54

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In this episode of HumanityRx, we sit down with Dr. Chethan Sathya, a pediatric surgeon and trauma director at Northwell Health. Dr. Sathya shares his inspiring journey from Canada to the United States, highlighting his passion for pediatric surgery and advocacy work. Discover how he balances empathy and resilience in the face of challenging cases,…

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Episode #9 | Christa Rymal, RN, MSN | Healing the Healers 27:17

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In this compelling episode, we delve into the emotional landscape of healthcare with Christa Rymal, a nurse and advocate for mental health and wellness among healthcare workers. Through poignant stories, Christa reveals the profound impact of trauma and the necessity of emotional processing in a field often demanding emotional detachment. Join us a…

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Episode #8 | Kevin Berthia | Suicide Survivor | Advocate 36:55

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In this powerful episode, we sit down with Kevin Berthia, a suicide survivor and mental health advocate whose story has touched millions. Kevin shares his journey from the brink of despair on the Golden Gate Bridge to becoming a beacon of hope and change. Through candid conversations, he reveals the struggles of living with an invisible disease and…

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Episode #7 | Dr. Yan Leyfman | Chernobyl Survivor | Physician | Researcher 18:33

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Delve into the extraordinary journey of Dr. Yan Leyfman, a physician and researcher whose life was profoundly shaped by his early experiences as a patient. From surviving the aftermath of Chernobyl to becoming a leading voice in oncology and COVID-19 research, Dr. Leyfman shares his unique perspective on the human side of healthcare. Discover how p…

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Episode #6 | Kali Dayton, DNP, AGACNP | Humanizing ICU Care 20:47

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In this conversation, Kali Dayton, a nurse practitioner specializing in critical care, discusses her journey in transforming ICU practices to prioritize patient autonomy and human connection. She shares insights on the detrimental effects of sedation in ICUs, the importance of personalized care, and the need for a healthcare revolution that emphasi…

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Episode #5 | Mark Halvorsen | TBI Survivor + Advocate 14:54

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In this episode of Humanity RX, we speak with Mark Halverson, a Navy veteran and traumatic brain injury survivor. Mark shares his personal journey of recovery, the challenges he faced, and the importance of community support for individuals with brain injuries. He emphasizes the need for interdisciplinary care and the role of advocacy in helping ot…

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Episode #4 | Dr. Jessica Fowler | Diversity in Healthcare 26:08

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In this episode, Dr. Jessica Fowler shares her journey into medicine, her experiences in pediatric critical care, and the emotional challenges faced by healthcare professionals. She emphasizes the importance of support systems, diversity in medicine, and the impact of representation on patient care. Dr. Fowler also discusses her personal experience…

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Episode #3 | Dr. William Novick | "Tiny Hearts" World Cardiac Alliance 30:57

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In this episode, Dr. William Novick shares his journey as a pediatric cardiac surgeon and humanitarian. He discusses the mission of the Global Cardiac Alliance, which focuses on building sustainable pediatric cardiac care programs in underserved countries. Dr. Novick recounts his experiences in conflict zones, the challenges faced, and the profound…

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Episode #2 | Hannah Hoekstra, BSN, RN, FNE | Forensic Nurse 22:54

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In this conversation, Hannah Hoekstra, BSN, RN, FNE shares her journey from a career in media to becoming a nurse, emphasizing the importance of self-care in the demanding field of healthcare. She discusses her experiences as a forensic nurse, the challenges faced in that role, and her advocacy for mental health resources for healthcare workers. Ha…

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Episode #1 | Dr. John Parente | Emergency Doctor 22:52

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In this conversation, Dr. John Parente shares his experiences as an emergency room physician, discussing the emotional challenges and rewards of working in healthcare. He reflects on a life-changing incident that shaped his perspective on patient care, the importance of balancing compassion with detachment, and the impact of parenthood on his profe…

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Preview | Season 1 1:42

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Welcome to Humanity Rx, a podcast that shares the human side of healthcare and brings you life lessons from the bedside . In Season One, you'll hear moving, first-hand accounts from clinicians, patients, and caregivers navigating some of healthcare’s most profound moments. From the bedside to the waiting room, these conversations uncover the emotio…

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Episode 12 | featuring Christa Rymal 58:06

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On this week's episode, Christa Rymal transitions from host to featured guest! Interviewed by podcast producer Marshall Saunders and recorded onsite The Point Property- a rare and welcomed location for the Rebel & Be Well show. The duo discusses the history behind The Point property and the intimate story of its evolution from a private cabin to a …

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Ep. 11: Ancestral Health 53:09

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On this week's episode, Christa Rymal is joined by host and producer of the popular Wise Traditions podcast, Hilda Labrada Gore; an ancestral health advocate and podcast coach. Meeting back in Minnesota, USA (as Hilda is regularly off traveling the world—from Kenya to Peru to Australia to Ecuador and beyond) the duo talk about exploring indigenous …

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Ep. 10: Biohacking & "Silver Bullets" 59:24

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On this week's episode, Christa Rymal is joined by biohacking-influencer, Thaddeus Owen; also the Manager of Global Product Regulations for MillerKnoll Company. Thaddeus and Christa discuss the now-popular industry of #biohacking, the renaissance of cold plunging, and other wellness "silver bullets". For listeners looking to grow, the duo covers co…

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Ep. 9: Choosing the "right thing" Regardless of the Nay-Sayers ft. Julie Schmidt 55:17

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On this week's episode, Christa Rymal is joined by Julie Schmidt- Previous Sr. VP & CAO at HealthEast, and earlier CEO of Woodwinds Health Campus. After 43 years in leadership roles, and humbly learning from mistakes early in her career, Julie offers some wisdom in leadership, life, and purpose: - Address the struggle instead of denying it - Leadin…

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Ep. 8 - Financial Health ft. Bill Williams, VP of Ameriprise 56:52

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On this week's episode, Christa Rymal is joined by Bill Williams- Executive Vice President of the Ameriprise Independent Advisors (AIA). As financial health plays an immense role in our whole health; we are excited to share an expert and honored guest who can help to speak candidly about this seldom-covered wellness topic. Bill (a frequent speaker …

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Ep. 7 - Spirituality In The Workplace ft. Tara Peyerl 56:00

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On this week's episode, Christa Rymal is joined by Tara Peryerl- corporate leader and executive coach for high-performance cultures such as Target, Salesforce, and many other Fortune50 companies. Knowing Tara's open-minded approach to corporate leadership programs, Christa asks Tara about her own Spiritual Health and how she normalizes spirituality…

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Ep. 6 - Wellness or Wellbeing? ft. Dr.Bryan Williams 57:06

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On this week's episode, Christa Rymal is joined by Bryan Williams- a practicing pulmonary and critical care physician and the first Chief Wellbeing Officer at MHealth Fairview. Bryan offers listeners insight into what can be learned from his experience as CWO. Bryan sets the stage for today's conversation by emphasizing one large distinction: Welln…

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Ep. 5 - Resilience Coaching with Kerry Appleton 57:34

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On this week's episode, Christa Rymal is joined by Kerry Appleton- Resilience Coach awarded for her wellness initatives at North Memorial Health. The women discuss stepping out of the rat race, succeeding as women in leadership, driving with purpose, and finding stillness amidst balancing successful careers, family, and personal health challenges i…

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Ep. 4 LIVE Podcast: Winter Wellness Special at Malcolm Yards, MPLS 58:37

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Episode 4 of the Rebel & Be Well Show: On this week's episode, Rebel & Be Well spins off to record a winter wellness special - covering a handful of seasonally and culturally relevant wellness topics. Christa Rymal is joined by Mike T. Nelson, Ph.D. an advanced research expert specializing in metabolic flexibility, heart rate variability, and human…

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Ep. 3: "Working on yourself" Made a Bit Less Woo-Woo 54:55

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Episode 3 of the Rebel & Be Well Show: On this week's episode, Christa Rymal is joined by Stacy Anderson, Brand President of Anytime Fitness. Another honorable guest to have as we record this, and many other podcast episodes, in the Self Esteem Brands HQ Tattoo Parlour (Umbrella company of brands: Anytime Fitness, Basecamp, Waxing The City & Strong…

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The Inward Health Needed to Sustain External Success with Rachel Prairie 56:37

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Episode 2 of the Rebel & Be Well Show: On this week's episode, Christa Rymal is joined by Rachel Prairie- CPT & Manager of Exercise Programming for Self Esteem Brands. An incredible guest to have as we record this, and many other podcast episodes, in the Self Esteem Brands HQ Tattoo Parlour. Christa and Rachel discuss progressive workspaces that ar…

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Stepping Out Of The Rat Race with Jill Haspert 54:49

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On this week's episode, Christa Rymal is joined by Jill Haspert- named a “40 Under 40” leader and currently serving as CEO of Foxtrot Marketing Group. The women discuss stepping out of the rat race, succeeding as women in leadership, driving with purpose, and finding stillness amidst balancing successful careers, family, and personal health challen…

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Polar Explorer Ann Bancroft 57:21

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Dream, network, push the vision forward- pretty soon things fall in line. During this episode of the Rebel and Be Well Podcast we had the fortune of interviewing polar explorer Ann Bancroft. Not only a renowned adventurer, but one of the world's preeminent polar explorers and an internationally recognized leader who is dedicated to inspiring women …

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Barbell Shrugged Owner Anders Varner 58:49

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Episode 6, Season 2 During this episode on the Rebel and Be Well Podcast we are honored to speak with Anders Varner, Co-Owner of Barbell Shrugged. We spoke with Anders to learn with our audience how to stop using old habits that don't serve our health, discovering greater purpose, and tuning into happiness in your present stage (and age) of life. L…

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Trauma Informed Weight Lifting with Mariah Rooney and Mark Schneider 52:50

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During this episode of the Rebel and Be Well Podcast we connect with Mariah Rooney (MSW, LICSW) and Mark Schneider- Co Founders of Trauma Informed Weight Lifting (TIWL). TIWL is a healing co-operative focused on researching the healing potential of weight lifting for trauma-impacted adolescents and adults, and training coaches and personal trainers…

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Inspirational Nurse and Entrepreneur Lisseth DeGracia 49:53

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Christa Rymal of The Point interviews her first (fellow) nurse, nurse educator, and nurse entrepreneur: Lisseth DeGracia. Lisseth is a Registered Nurse (RN) and has been a nurse for over 10 years with most of her career working in emergency departments and Level I trauma centers. In recent years she has also worked in a children's hospital working …

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Functional Medicine Provider Dr. Jared Seigler 58:18

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Christa Rymal of The Point interviews Dr. Jared Seigler, DC, CFMP, CGP- Doctor of Chiropractic and a Certified Functional Medicine Provider for over seven years. With more than 400 hours of training in Functional Neurology, healing the central nervous system, and promoting development, Dr. Jared has also served as the Living Proof Institute Clinica…

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Educator and Practicing Chief Clinician Dr. Brandon Brock 52:33

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Christa Rymal of The Point interviews Dr. Brandon Brock, DNP, DC, NP-C, MSN, BSN, RN, DACNB, DCBCN, DAAIM, DCN, DCM, BCIM, FICC - practicing chief clinician in Dallas, Texas at Foundation Physicians Group and Innovative Health and Wellness. "What we're finding with functional neurology is it's much more expansive than we'd thought"..."you really ha…

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Dr. Jeremiah Eisenschenk 42:11

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Episode 1 Season 2 Christa Rymal of The Point interviews Dr. Jeremiah Eisenschenk - Chief of Hospital Medicine at Essentia St. Joe's Hospital. Recognized as a "Top Doc" in Family Medicine by Minnesota Monthly Magazine in 2019 and quoted by DietDoctor.com on his clinical approach to low-carb, Dr. Eisenschenk offers us a relatable story of overcoming…

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Christa Rymal: The Point Retreats Founder, CEO, and Healthcare Rebel with a Cause! 1:01:56

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Season Finale In a turn of events, Christa Rymal of The Point moves from podcast-host to podcast-guest in the final episode of our first season! Today, Jamie Petschow, Director of Operations, interviews The Point Founder and CEO, Christa Rymal. An unforgettable leader who manages to relate to most anyone, and friend you want by your side, Christa R…

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Biohacker Thaddeus Owen 1:01:32

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Christa Rymal of The Point interviews Thaddeus Owen- BS Chemical Engineering, MS Holistic Nutrition, Biohacker. A lifelong learner of the latest science and ancient practices, hear what Thaddeus has found, through self-experimentation, works best for upgrading our own health. A captivating speaker and educator that warrants listening to, Thaddeus t…

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Heart-Centered Physician Dr. Bill Manahan 56:50

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Christa Rymal of The Point interviews Bill Manahan, MD- Assistant Professor Emeritus with the Department of Family Medicine and Community Health at the University of Minnesota Academic Health Center in Minneapolis. A heart centered physician, Dr. Bill Manahan co-founded The Wellness Center of Minnesota (1982-1992), one of America’s first, physician…

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Forest Bathing with Dr. Suzanne Bartlett Hackenmiller 49:17

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Episode 8 Christa Rymal of The Point interviews Suzanne Bartlett Hackenmiller, MD, FACOG, FABOIM, on the resurgence of an old practice- Forest Bathing. Dr. Suzanne, a healthcare leader reintroducing forest bathing into the US, offers anecdotes, studies and much more backing the approach that time in nature medically heals. An author, speaker, an ex…

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Leading Physician and Author Dr. David Katz 1:00:59

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For the first time, Christa Rymal of The Point interviews Dr. David Katz - leading physician, author, multiple time Founder and CEO, and nominee for both a James Beard Foundation Award and the position of US Surgeon General. Katz is a provoking visionary with the career, case studies, and community accolades to invite trust, so we recommend a pen a…

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Health and Wellness Leaders Rachel Prairie, Christine McDonough, and Mandi Holden 58:54

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Christa Rymal of The Point hosts a special episode on our podcast: interviewing three women, together, leading outside-the-box health and wellness. Meet trainer of the trainers, Coach Rachel Prairie; spiritual life coach & reiki master Christine McDonough; and inspirational blogger and fitness enthusiast Mandi Holden. Join us as we discuss the tie …

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Integrative Health Care Pioneer Carolyn Torkelson MD, MS. 49:28

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Christa Rymal of The Point interviews women's health specialist and integrative primary care physician, Carolyn Torkelson MD, MS. With a background that has moved Carolyn from nurse, to MD, to leader and pioneer, and now to author and educator; Carolyn is a trusted resource to peer physicians and females especially. Carolyn talks today with Christa…

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Health through Happiness with Dr. Corey Martin 43:34

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Christa Rymal of The Point interviews Yale-trained family physician Corey Martin on dealing with, and staying resilient to, life's challenges. With years in patient care and as founder and creator of several programs and platforms committed to health through happiness, Corey teaches us a great deal about reconciling the polarity of caring for other…

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Chef and Educator Jeremy Reinicke 58:00

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Christa Rymal of The Point interviews culinary chef and educator, Jeremy Reinicke, on the real journey it takes to eat well for a lifetime - both for health and for pleasure. Be reminded of the perspective, simplicity, and humanity we all need to honestly improve our health-span using food as medicine; and, importantly, how to enjoy cooking for nut…

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Physician, Educator and Facilitator Dr. Loie Lenarz 46:27

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Our second podcast episode features a kindred spirit and courageous retreat leader, Dr. Loie Lenarz. Hear how empathy and emotional learning for healthcare professionals changes the landscape of patient care and provider success. Understand the pain being concealed, but strongly felt, by healing professionals, and how group support and prioritizing…

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Chronic Pain Clinician Sarah Martin 54:55

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We are honored to launch our first podcast, featuring Sarah Martin, Physician Assistant and Certified Yoga Therapist. Hear how yoga therapy and parallel mindfulness practices are offering a good solution to long term opioid and narcotic use, the rebellion that brought on this discovery, and a greater movement being sought by orthopedics and other m…