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Better Health Bookshelf

Mike Capuzzimikecapuzzi.com

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 is your weekly guide to the best books on wellness, fitness, and nutrition. Hosted by Mike Capuzzi, a seasoned author and health enthusiast, this podcast brings you conversations with experts who’ve written life-changing books on better living. 

Perfect for health-conscious individuals seeking practical, evidence-based advice and sometimes contrarian views on how to improve their well-being. Tune in every week to explore insights, stories, and actionable takeaways that’ll empower your journey to optimal health. Subscribe now and get ready to transform your bookshelf—and your life.

Episodes

Ep:150—Author & Business Coach, Ann Carden

Send us a text On this episode of The Author Factor Podcast I am having a conversation with business coach and author, Ann Carden. With more than forty-one years of business, marketing, sales & management experience and coaching and consulting hundreds of people in more than forty different industries to more success, Ann knows what it takes to succeed in all areas of business. Ann is the author of 3 books, including her latest, Expert in You: Build a Lucrative and Impactful Coaching and Con...

Nov 29, 202228 minSeason 5Ep. 150

Ep:149—Author & Speaker, Connor Boyack

Send us a text On this episode of The Author Factor Podcast I am having a conversation with author and founder of the Libertas Institute, Connor Boyack. Connor is the author of 35 books and is best known for the bestselling Tuttle Twins book series—a children’s series introducing young readers to economic, political and civic principles. Over four million copies have been sold worldwide. Connor's story of how he built the Tuttle Twins into an amazing brand is impressive and valuable to all ...

Nov 25, 202226 minSeason 5Ep. 149

Ep:148—An Interview with Anthology Book Publisher, John Spender

Send us a text On this episode of The Author Factor Podcast I am having a conversation with anthology book publisher and international best selling author, John Spender. John is a 28-time International Best Selling co-author, who created the best-selling book series A Journey Of Riches . He is an award winning international speaker and movie maker and has worked with more than 300 authors from 40 different countries for the Journey of Riches series. During our conversation, John shared why parti...

Nov 22, 202226 minSeason 5Ep. 148

Ep:147—Author & Business Strategist, Beate Chelette

Send us a text On this episode of The Author Factor Podcast I am having a conversation with business strategist and author, Beate Chelette. Beate is the Growth Architect and provides visionaries with clear steps to improve business systems to maximize profits and scale impact. A first-generation immigrant with $135,000 in debt, Beate bootstrapped her passion for photography into a global business and sold it for millions to Bill Gates. Beate is the author of the #1 International Award-Winning Am...

Nov 17, 202229 minSeason 5Ep. 147

Ep:146—Author & Army Veteran, John Klesaris

Send us a text On this episode of The Author Factor Podcast I am having a conversation with business consultant, author, and U.S. Army Veteran, John Klesaris. John is a small business expert, author, and veteran specializing in helping entrepreneurs exceed their goals and find success. He brings a “regular guy” perspective to the forefront of business education through writings, consulting, and workshops. John is one of 13 contributing authors in my just released book, I Love America . Learn mor...

Nov 15, 202231 minSeason 5Ep. 146

Ep:145—Author & Fighter Pilot, Dominic "Slice" Teich

Send us a text On this episode of The Author Factor Podcast I am having a conversation with U.S. Air Force fighter pilot and author, Dominic "Slice" Teich. Dom is a full time fighter pilot instructor in the U.S. Air Force Reserves. He is a multi-book, Amazon best-selling author and when he is not flying single jets he guides peak performers with his program, Single Seat Mindset, which leverages the largest online group of fighter pilots to guide action takers with short, impactful step...

Nov 10, 202233 minSeason 5Ep. 145

Ep:144—Author & U.S. Coast Guard Veteran, Tracey Brown

Send us a text On this episode of The Author Factor Podcast I am having a conversation with mindset and fitness coach, military veteran, and author, Tracey Brown. Tracey's journey was born from the trauma of literal flames of being burned at the age of 8, the trauma associated with Search and Rescue in the United States Coast Guard, working with patients with both physical and emotional scars all while navigating over 30 years of undiagnosed PTSD. She is the author of the book, Rescue to Re...

Nov 08, 202233 minSeason 5Ep. 144

Ep:143—Author & Comedy Central Founder, Art Bell

Send us a text On this episode of The Author Factor Podcast I am having a conversation with former media executive, founder of Comedy Central, and author, Art Bell. Art is known for creating, building, and managing successful cable television channels, including Comedy Central. After leaving Comedy Central, Art became President of Court TV, where he was a guiding force behind one of the most successful brand evolutions in cable television. Art is the author of Constant Comedy: How I Started Come...

Nov 03, 202232 minSeason 5Ep. 143

Ep:142—Author & Telemarketing Expert, Wendy Harris

Send us a text On this episode of The Author Factor Podcast I am having a conversation with telemarketing expert and author, Wendy Harris. Wendy has worked in the sales and communication industry for over 30 years, and now uses this knowledge to train others in telemarketing, telesales, customer service and account management. She is the host of the Making Conversations Count podcast and the author of the best-selling book, Making Conversations Count: How to sell over the phone. Learn more about...

Nov 01, 202231 minSeason 5Ep. 142

Ep:141—Author & Founder of Honkaku Spirits, Christopher Pelligrini

Send us a text On this episode of The Author Factor Podcast I am having a conversation with author and founder of Honkaku Spirits, Christopher Pelligrini. Christopher is on a mission to bring intensely artisanal Japanese spirits to discerning American consumers, especially koji-based spirits including shochu, awamori, and koji whiskey. In addition to being a contributor to the newly released Oxford Companion to Spirits and Cocktails , he recently wrote the first non-Japanese book about shochu an...

Oct 27, 202233 minSeason 4Ep. 141

Ep:140—Author & Ultimate Success Coach, Rick Ornelas

Send us a text On this episode of The Author Factor Podcast I am having a conversation with business coach and author, Rick Ornelas. Rick is a bestselling author and founder of I Spark Change. He helps individuals gain clarity and guidance by eliminating the roadblocks preventing their personal and professional success so they can elevate their social impact and spread positive change. He is the author of 12 Hours of Heaven; Lessons for a Better World . His next book, 12 Hours of Heaven; Time on...

Oct 25, 202233 minSeason 4Ep. 140

Ep:139—Author & Mindset Coach, Dr. Victor Manzo

Send us a text On this episode of The Author Factor Podcast I am having a conversation with mindset coach and author, Dr. Victor Manzo. Dr. Vic is a business and mindset coach, certified pediatric chiropractor, speaker, and author of three books, including his latest book, Decoding the Matrix . Learn more about Dr. Vic by visiting EmpowerYourReality.com . For more information about Mike Capuzzi, visit MikeCapuzzi.com ....

Oct 20, 202226 minSeason 4Ep. 139

Ep:138—Teen Author, Shanti Hershenson

Send us a text On this episode of The Author Factor Podcast I am having a conversation with high school student and author of 20 books, Shanti Hershenson. Shanti is 15 years old and now holds the record as the youngest author and guest on this podcast. She wrote her first two novellas when she was in sixth grade and since then she has written 19 fictional books with #20 in the works. If you want to be inspired and motivated this episode is a must listen to episode. Shanti shares tips and wisdom ...

Oct 18, 202227 minSeason 4Ep. 138

Ep:137—Author & Business Coach, Jaemin Frazer

Send us a text On this episode of The Author Factor Podcast I am having a conversation with author and founder of The Insecurity Project, Jaemin Frazer. Jaemin specializes in helping entrepreneurs, leaders, and business owners eradicate insecurity so they can show up to life unhindered by doubt, fear, and self-limiting beliefs. With over 15,000 coaching hours under his belt, he is able to draw from a deep and rich source of lived experience, helping ambitious people improve the quality of their ...

Oct 13, 202233 minSeason 4Ep. 137

Ep:136—Author & Business Advisor, Roy Osing

Send us a text On this episode of The Author Factor Podcast I am having a conversation with business advisor and author, Roy Osing. Roy is the former president of a major data and internet company where his leadership took the company from its early stage to $1 Billion in annual sales. Currently, he is a business advisor and the author of the “Be Different or Be Dead” books series, including his most recent book, Be Different or be dead – The Audcacious Unheard of Ways I Took a Startup to a Bill...

Oct 11, 202235 min

Ep:135—Author & Insurance Software Executive, Jeff Arnold

Send us a text On this episode of The Author Factor Podcast I am having a conversation with insurance software executive and author, Jeff Arnold. Jeff is the president of RIGHTSURE, Inc. and has been an industry leader for nearly 30 years and is an expert on insurance mergers and acquisitions, managing deals ranging from six figures to more than $100 million. He has authored four #1 best-selling books on insurance and technology, including, The Art of the Insurance Deal and How to Beat Your Insu...

Oct 06, 202227 minSeason 4Ep. 135

Ep:134—Author & Business Mentor, Megan Meyers

Send us a text On this episode of The Author Factor Podcast I am having a conversation with business mentor and author, Megan Meyers. Megan is a former NFL cheerleader, successful dance studio owner, and now business mentor for empowering women, at all stages of life, to start and grow their first online business. Megan is the host of the Shine Online Podcast and the author of the book, Shine Online. To learn more about Megan, visit ShineOnlineNetwork.com . For more information about Mike Capuzz...

Oct 04, 202228 minSeason 4Ep. 134

Ep:133—Former Secret Service Officer and NY Times #1 Best Selling Author, Gary Byrne

Send us a text On this episode of The Author Factor Podcast I am having a conversation former Secret Service Officer and New York Times #1 Best Selling Author, Gary Byrne. Gary served in federal law enforcement for nearly thirty years, including in the U.S. Air Force Security Police, the Uniformed Division of the Secret Service, and most recently as a Federal Air Marshal. While serving as a Secret Service Officer, Gary protected President Bill Clinton and the First Family in the White House. His...

Sep 29, 20221 hr 11 minSeason 4Ep. 133

Ep:132—Author & Marketing Strategist, David Baer

Send us a text On this episode of The Author Factor Podcast I am having a conversation with marketing strategist and author, David Baer. David, along with his business partner Ken Cook, run the marketing strategy firm, The Prepared Group. He is a veteran direct response marketer who has written 6 books, including Small Business Email Marketing , which broken into two short books – Part 1 and Part 2. He is also the author of The Wine & Food Pairing Book . Learn more about David by visiting Th...

Sep 27, 202231 minSeason 4Ep. 132

Ep:131—Author & Psychologist, Dr. Debi Silber

Send us a text On this episode of The Author Factor Podcast I am having a conversation with psychologist and author, Dr. Debi Silber. Debi is the founder of the Post Betrayal Transformation Institute and is a holistic psychologist and a health, mindset and personal development expert. She is the author of six books, including Trust Again , and is the two-time #1 International bestselling author of: The Unshakable Woman and From Hardened to Healed: The Effortless Path to Release Resistance, Get U...

Sep 22, 202231 minSeason 4Ep. 131

Ep:130—Author & B2B Marketing Expert, Tom Shapiro

Send us a text On this episode of The Author Factor Podcast I am having a conversation with B2B marketing agency CEO and author, Tom Shapiro. Tom is CEO of Stratabeat, a B2B marketing agency specializing in SEO, content development, content marketing, web design, account-based marketing, and conversion optimization. Tom is the author of two books, including his latest, Rethink Lead Generation: Advanced Strategies to Generate More Leads for Your Business. For more information about Mike Capuzzi, ...

Sep 20, 202232 minSeason 4Ep. 130

Ep:129—Podcast Growth Coaches, Taig O'Shea & Anthony Nwaneri

Send us a text On this episode of The Author Factor Podcast I am having a conversation with podcast growth coaches and authors, Taig O'Shea & Anthony Nwaneri. Taig and Anthony help podcasts hosts get more listeners and have written multiple Amazon bestselling books under the pen name, Daniel Larson including Podcasting Made Simple and Podcast Marketing . They have developed an effective 4-Step Growth Process for podcast hosts who want to grow their shows. Learn more about Taig and Antho...

Sep 15, 202235 minSeason 4Ep. 129

Ep:128—Author & Hypnotherapist, Mary Welp

Send us a text On this episode of The Author Factor Podcast I am having a conversation with hypnotherapist and author, Mary Welp. Mary has been in private practice doing bodywork and hypnosis for 20 years. She has worked with a nonprofit involving returning soldiers from Iraq and Afghanistan as well as served on the board of LinkUp, offering assistance to those who have dealt with clergy abuse and related trauma. She is the author of new book, Rise Hypnotic Meditation: A Lifelong Skill for Meani...

Sep 06, 202227 minSeason 4Ep. 128

Ep:127—Author & Peak Potential Trainer, Robert Riopel

Send us a text On this episode of The Author Factor Podcast I am having a conversation with peak potential trainer and author, Robert Riopel. Robert is an international best-selling author, app designer, entrepreneur, and trainer who has spent the past 20 years travelling around the world sharing his passion. He has also shared the stage with and trained many of the top trainers and thought leaders in the world today. Robert is the author of the book, Success Left a Clue: 6 Life Changing Habits ...

Aug 31, 202233 minSeason 4Ep. 127

Ep:126—Author & Leadership Expert, Dr. Kevin Gazzara

Send us a text On this episode of The Author Factor Podcast I am having a conversation with leadership expert and author, Dr. Kevin Gazzara. Kevin has spent the last 30+ years in marketing, program management, leadership, organizational development, courseware development and teaching experience in both public and private sectors spanning from heavy equipment to high tech. He is a currently a senior partner at Magna Leadership Solutions, which provides business workshops, facilitation, assessmen...

Aug 30, 202234 minSeason 4Ep. 126

Ep:125—Author & Digital Marketing Consultant, Jason Barnard

Send us a text On this episode of The Author Factor Podcast I am having a conversation with digital marketing consultant and author, Jason Barnard. Jason (known as The Brand SERP Guy) specializes in Brand SERP (Search Engine Results Page) optimization and Knowledge Panel management. Jason's first book, The Fundamentals of Brand SERPs for Business , was published in January 2022. This is an insightful conversation not only because of what being a published author has done for Jason, but also...

Aug 25, 202232 minSeason 4Ep. 125

Ep:124—Authors & Consultants, Julie Traxler & Corey Harris

Send us a text On this episode of The Author Factor Podcast I am having a conversation with business consultants and authors, Julie Traxler and Corey Harris. Julie and Corey are the founders of SB PACE, a consulting firm with a passion for Main Street America. Together they wrote the best-selling book Seriously? Now What?! A Small Business Guide to Disaster Preparedness . They also co-host a top-rated business podcast, co-host a weekly live radio show, and have been listed on the Brainz Magazine...

Aug 22, 202227 minSeason 4Ep. 124

Ep:123—Author & Business Mentor, Fabienne Fredrickson

Send us a text On this episode of The Author Factor Podcast I am having a conversation with business mentor and author, Fabienne Fredrickson. For 20+ years, Fabienne has powerfully mentored thousands of women business owners to grow, then scale their businesses, earning them tens of millions collectively each year while increasing their time off to enjoy lives they love. Fabienne is the author of two books. Her new book, The Leveraged Business: How You Can Go From Overwhelmed at 6-Figures to 7 F...

Aug 18, 202231 minSeason 4Ep. 123

Ep:122—Author & Digital Marketer, Alex Oliveira

Send us a text On this episode of The Author Factor Podcast I am having a conversation with digital marketer and author, Alex Oliveira. Alex is an accomplished digital marketer, author, podcaster, startup investor and thought leader with over 20 years of experience. Alex's clients include Ford and AutoNation. He is the author of the book, If You Build It, Will They Come? : The Golden Path to Lead Generation Success For Your Business . Learn more about Alex by visiting LeadGenerationSuccess....

Aug 10, 202232 minSeason 4Ep. 122

Ep:121—Author & Leadership Coach, Steve Preda

Send us a text On this episode of The Author Factor Podcast I am having a conversation with leadership coach and author, Steve Preda. Steve is a Leadership Team Coach whose passion is to help emerging privately owned businesses grow and thrive. He pursues it by simplifying and teaching management and strategy concepts used by large companies, and elite consulting firms. Steve is the author of four books, including his latest, Pinnacle: Five Principles that Take Your Business to the Top of the Mo...

Aug 10, 202230 minSeason 4Ep. 121