Send us a text What if changing your thoughts could change your life? On this week’s Better Health Bookshelf , I’m featuring the book RISE Hypnotic Meditation by Mary Welp. Mary has spent decades helping people use the power of their subconscious minds to reduce stress, improve confidence, and take control of their mental well-being. In this episode, she shares the simple yet powerful RISE method—a hypnotic meditation technique you can use anytime, anywhere, to shift your thinking and unlock a m...
Mar 05, 2025•33 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Send us a text What if the key to aging gracefully, boosting energy, and preventing disease was already inside your body—but running on empty? On this week’s Better Health Bookshelf , I’m featuring the book The Glutathione Revolution by Dr. Nayan Patel. Dr. Patel is a pharmacist, researcher, and world-renowned expert on glutathione—your body’s master antioxidant. He’s spent years studying glutathione benefits and has even developed a patented method to help the body restore its natural levels of...
Feb 26, 2025•35 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Send us a text What if everything you’ve been told about aging and pain is wrong? On this week’s Better Health Bookshelf , I’m featuring the book Thriving Beyond Fifty: 111 Natural Strategies to Restore Your Mobility, Avoid Surgery, and Stay Off Pain Pills for Good. My guest, Will Harlow, is a physiotherapist who has helped millions stay active and pain-free after 50. His book is packed with practical, easy-to-follow strategies to improve mobility, avoid surgery, and keep doing the things you lo...
Feb 19, 2025•43 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Send us a text What if the best medicine you’ll ever need is growing right outside your door? On this week’s Better Health Bookshelf , I’m featuring the book Be Your Own Shaman: A Field Guide to Utilize 101 of the World's Most Healing Plants by Jane Barlow. Jane grew up learning about medicinal plants from her father, a botanist specializing in plant medicine . Now, she’s sharing that knowledge with the world, making it easy for anyone to build their own herbal apothecary at home. In this e...
Feb 12, 2025•35 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Send us a text What if the key to weight loss wasn’t another diet—but understanding why you eat in the first place? On this week’s Better Health Bookshelf , I’m featuring the book What’s Really Eating You?: Overcome the Triggers of Comfort Eating by Renée Jones. Renée knows firsthand the battle of emotional eating—spending 40 years on the yo-yo diet rollercoaster before finally breaking free. Now, she helps others do the same. In this episode, we talk about why emotional eating isn’t just about ...
Feb 05, 2025•31 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Send us a text Could science hold the key to weight loss that lasts a lifetime? On this week’s Better Health Bookshelf , I’m featuring the book Outsmarting Obesity by Dr. Stewart Lonky. Dr. Lonky brings decades of expertise as a physician and researcher, and his unique insights into the science behind obesity can transform how you think about weight loss. In this episode, Dr. Lonky explains why traditional diets fail and how epigenetics, environmental toxins, and behavior play a pivotal role in ...
Jan 29, 2025•37 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Send us a text Could reversing autoimmune disease be the key to reclaiming your health and happiness? On this week’s Better Health Bookshelf , I’m featuring the book Beat Autoimmune . Palmer Kippola shares her incredible story of reversing multiple sclerosis and outlines her groundbreaking FIGHTS framework to help others overcome autoimmune conditions. Drawing on her 40-year journey of healing, Palmer combines personal experience, leading-edge science, and insights from top medical experts to of...
Jan 22, 2025•33 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Send us a text Meet Courtney Luna, author of the book Carnivore in the Kitchen . Can eating only animal-based foods revolutionize your health, your energy, and your entire relationship with food? On this week’s Better Health Bookshelf, I’m featuring the book Carnivore in the Kitchen and its author, Courtney Luna During our conversation, Courtney shares her journey from 25 years of yo-yo dieting to finding freedom and incredible health through a carnivore lifestyle. This episode is packed with ac...
Jan 15, 2025•30 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Send us a text If there was one simple, natural change you could make today that might help your child with ADHD feel calmer, more focused, and happier—wouldn’t you want to know what it is? On this week’s Better Health Bookshelf, I’m featuring the book Thriving with ADHD: A Guide to Naturally Reducing ADHD Symptoms in Your Child , and joining me is its author, Dana Kay, a Board-Certified Holistic Health and Nutrition Practitioner, founder of the ADHD Thrive Institute, and a passionate advocate f...
Jan 08, 2025•34 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Send us a text What if the secret to sleeping better, feeling calmer, and thinking clearer wasn’t in a pill or a therapy session, but in training your brain—just like going to the gym? How would that change the way you approach your health? On this week’s Better Health Bookshelf, I’m featuring the book Neurofeedback 101: Rewiring the Brain for ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, and Beyond Without Medication . Joining me is Michael Cohen, one of the nation's leading experts in neurofeedback, with ov...
Jan 01, 2025•42 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Send us a text "If you had to 'invest' in your health like you do your money, what would be your smartest first step?" On this week’s Better Health Bookshelf , I’m featuring the book Wellness 101: Simple Steps to Good Health by Gloria Treister. Gloria isn’t just an author—she’s a 44-year veteran in healthcare, a wellness advocate, and someone who’s dedicated her life to helping people feel better, live longer, and stay empowered in their health choices. With decades of experi...
Dec 25, 2024•35 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Send us a text Have you ever wondered how you can get strong and fit without spending hours in the gym or using lots of fancy equipment? On this week’s Better Health Bookshelf, I’m featuring the NEW book Strong On! by Pat Flynn. Pat is a fitness expert, a sought-after coach, and the author of six books. He’s a true innovator in minimalist fitness, blending decades of experience with practical, no-nonsense advice. Whether it’s his work with kettlebell training, his expertise in martial arts, or h...
Dec 18, 2024•32 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Send us a text Are you ready to finally take control and own your wellness by creating a health plan that truly works for your unique body and lifestyle? On this week’s Better Health Bookshelf, I’m featuring the book Own Your Wellness by the incredible Daniella Forrest (D.D.). D.D. is a seasoned personal trainer with over 20 years of experience working with high-achieving clients in Silicon Valley. She’s a certified expert in holistic and functional diagnostic nutrition, combining innovative fun...
Dec 11, 2024•34 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Send us a text What if being healthy and happy as a middle-aged woman isn’t about strict diets or crazy workouts, but about understanding what your body truly needs? On this week’s Better Health Bookshelf, I’m featuring the book Reflections of Joy: Learning to Love the Woman You See While Becoming the One You’re Meant to Be. Joining me is its author, Kim Moseman, a seasoned nutritionist, personal trainer, and wellness coach who brings decades of experience to her mission of empowering women. Kim...
Dec 04, 2024•30 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Send us a text Can a 4,000-year-old healing practice really hold the key to solving modern health issues like pain, stress, and inflammation—without expensive tools or complex treatments? On this week’s Better Health Bookshelf, I’m featuring The Cupping Book by Dr. Tom Ingegno. Dr. Tom is not just an author—he’s a seasoned Doctor of Acupuncture and East Asian Medicine with over 20 years of clinical experience. Dr. Tom explains how this 4,000-year-old practice, made famous by athletes like Michae...
Nov 27, 2024•38 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Send us a text What if the secret to feeling great and living your best life isn’t about eating less or exercising more, but about knowing how your body works and giving it exactly what it needs? On this week’s Better Health Bookshelf, I’m featuring the book Body Confident and having a conversation with author, Bronson Dant who is a fitness expert and coach. Bronson shares his unique insights on breaking free from outdated health myths and discovering the secrets to metabolic health, bio individ...
Nov 20, 2024•44 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Send us a text What if the health challenges you might be battling aren’t just random misfortunes, but clues to a much bigger story about your body—and all you need to do is ask the right question to uncover it?" On this episode of the Better Health Bookshelf, I am having a conversation with Dr. Maggie Yu, a trailblazer in functional medicine with over 25 years of experience. We dive into her transformative book, 8 Out of the Box Ways to Transform Your Health from Confusion to Confidence: T...
Nov 13, 2024•45 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Send us a text Have you ever wondered why it's so hard to stop at just one potato chip or why those late-night cravings seem impossible to conquer? On this episode of the Better Health Bookshelf, I am having a conversation with Dr. Glenn Livingston, a psychologist who transformed his personal struggle with severe overeating into a fascinating exploration of cravings. Glenn is the author of the widely acclaimed book " Defeat Your Cravings ," which has helped thousands and offers in...
Nov 06, 2024•43 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Send us a text In today's episode, I'm having a conversation with Peter Conti, author of the bestselling book, Only When I Step on It . Peter shared his incredible journey hiking over 2,000 miles of the Appalachian Trail, despite suffering from severe, chronic pain due to a shattered hip and crushed nerve received from a motorcycle accident. Inspired by the movie "Wild," Peter turned his pain into power, divided the trail into manageable sections, and adapted every step of th...
Oct 30, 2024•45 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Send us a text Want expert advice to transform your health and wellness—and get valuable free resources? If you’re seeking innovative strategies for lasting fitness, nutrition, and overall well-being, you’re in the right place. Better Health Bookshelf delivers actionable tips, contrarian ideas, and effective strategies from top book authors in the world of fitness, wellness, nutrition, and healthy living. Plus, every guest author offers an exclusive FREE GIFT to help you on your health journey. ...
Oct 23, 2024•4 min
Send us a text On episode #250 of The Author Factor Podcast, I am having a conversation with nonfiction book author Teddy Smith. Teddy is a prolific writer with 19 books mainly in the meditation niche. He is the founder of Publishing Performance, an AI-driven Amazon advertising platform for Amazon book authors. Teddy’s deep expertise in Amazon ads and book marketing makes him a valuable resource for authors looking to enhance their sales strategies on Amazon. Publishing Performance is a cost-eff...
Oct 17, 2024•37 min•Season 6Ep. 250
Send us a text On episode #249 of The Author Factor Podcast, I am having a conversation with nonfiction book author Michael Lynch. Michael is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® with over two decades of experience helping clients achieve their financial dreams. He has written two bestselling books, including Keep It Simple, Make It Big, and It's All About the Income, and recently published his first short, helpful book, Taking Care of Your Future. During our conversation, Michael shares how beco...
Oct 10, 2024•21 min•Season 6Ep. 249
Send us a text On episode #248 of The Author Factor Podcast I am having a conversation with nonfiction book author, Dean Graves. Dean is a distinguished meditation teacher and mental health counselor with over 20 years of experience. As a multi-book author, he brings extensive knowledge and a holistic approach to healing and growth. Recently, Dean published his fourth book, "Enigma: A Spiritual Exploration of Humanity's Relationship to Creation." Dean's book serves as a nucle...
Oct 03, 2024•22 min•Season 6Ep. 248
Send us a text On episode #247 of The Author Factor Podcast, I am having a conversation with nonfiction book author Chris Cochran. Chris's professional journey spans over three decades, encompassing roles in sales, marketing, operations, and P&L management. He is also the founder of the Christian Cochran Legacy Fund and has just published his first book, "What's Good About Today? A Purpose Driven Life," which is inspired by his son Christian's enduring spirit. Chris’...
Sep 26, 2024•27 min•Season 6Ep. 247
Send us a text On episode #246 of The Author Factor Podcast, I am having a conversation with nonfiction book author Dr. Laura Gabayan. Laura is a world-renowned physician and researcher, acclaimed for her contributions to the field of medical science. With dozens of published papers and hundreds of citations, she is a respected voice in research. Recently, Laura took a leap into the world of book publishing with her first release, "Common Wisdom: Eight Scientific Elements of Living a Meanin...
Sep 19, 2024•28 min•Season 6Ep. 246
Send us a text On episode #245 of The Author Factor Podcast, I am having a conversation with nonfiction book author Philip Blackett. Earlier this year, he published "Disagree Without Disrespect: How to Respectfully Debate with Those Who Think, Believe, and Vote Differently from You." Philip's book takes a deep look into the art of navigating disagreements respectfully. One big reason listeners will find Philip's book intriguing is its timeliness; it addresses the urgent need ...
Sep 12, 2024•28 min•Season 6Ep. 245
Send us a text On episode #244 of The Author Factor Podcast I am having a conversation with nonfiction book author, Catherine Tyler-Northan. Catherine is the founder of The Tyler Northan Group, an organization focused on dismantling barriers to accessibility for people with disabilities. With 30 years of experience at the Peninsula Center for Independent Living, Kathy brings a wealth of knowledge and dedication to her mission of promoting independence and inclusion. Kathy's book, The Access...
Sep 05, 2024•27 min•Season 6Ep. 244
Send us a text On episode #243 of The Author Factor Podcast, I am having a conversation with nonfiction book author, Mitch Carson. Mitch is a seasoned media expert and direct response marketer with an impressive background in pitching products, having authored 17 books and offering invaluable insights into securing media exposure and building a credible speaking career. This extended length conversation is important for nonfiction book authors who want to either get media coverage or get speakin...
Aug 29, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Season 6Ep. 243
Send us a text On episode #242 of The Author Factor Podcast, I am having a conversation with nonfiction book author Marilyn Jenkins. Marilyn is a seasoned digital marketing expert with over 16 years of experience. She is the founder of MJ Media Group and Law Marketing Zone. Her expertise in leveraging paid advertising and SEO, particularly for optimizing Google Business profiles, has helped many businesses achieve remarkable growth. Marilyn's latest book, " The Google Business Profile ...
Aug 22, 2024•22 min•Season 6Ep. 242
Send us a text On episode #241 of The Author Factor Podcast, I am having a conversation with nonfiction book author Eric Gee. Eric has administered personality-based life coaching for more than 20 years and has created the Utopia project website and Utopia 16 assessment, which has reached over half a million users since 2016. He recently published his first book, The Power of Personality: Unlock the Secrets to Understanding Everyone in Your Life, Including Yourself. Eric's book provides ins...
Aug 15, 2024•27 min•Season 6Ep. 241
