Quality of Life Radio

Author Dawn Dais - The Sh!t No One Tells You About Divorce

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Quality of Life" Show features renowned author Dawn Dais who discusses the fifth installment to her besteselling series, “The Sh!t No One Tells You About Divorce” (Hachette Books).After 12 years together, two children, 10 pets, and five properties, Dawn and her partner decided to call it quits. In her latest book, Dawn tries to figure out what happened … and what happens next. Joined by an insightful chorus of divorced friends, Dawn delivers a true-to-life and funnier-than-it-should-be guide to discovering the unexpected value in the wreckage. What if divorce isn’t just a loss — but an opportunity? More at: https://www.dawndais.com/WATCH THIS INTERVIEW ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/sSorS8jgP60 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How to Achieve a Good Heart Healthy Lifestyle

Heart disease remains the number one killer of women in the United States, killing more women than breast and lung cancer combined. February may be American Heart Month but as Dr. Jacqueline Eubany shares, maintaining good heart health is a lifestyle that can include going for walks, meditating, adding some Mediterranean cuisine to your menu, putting down those cigarettes, and cutting back on alcohol. Dr. Jackie is a board-certified cardiologist and electrophysiologist, and author of the best-selling book, "Women and Heart Disease: The Real Story." More: https://womenandheartdiseasebook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lea Brovedani - The Connection Between Fear and Trust

This episode of Big Blend Radio features Lea Brovedani "The Trust Architect" and Soul Journey Doula who discusses the connection between fear and trust. Using different examples, this conversation focuses on how trust can help go beyond fear and handle change in your personal and professional life. Lea is a speaker and workshop facilitator on trust who is recognized as a Top Thought Leader on Trust for by the organization Trust Across America, and is the author of “TRUST Me – Restore Belief & Confidence in an Uncertain World” and “TRUSTED – Secret Lessons from an Inspired Leader.” More: http://thetrustarchitect.biz/ She is also a certified end-of-life doula. Learn more here: https://souljourneydoula.com/ Listen to "Trust Talk with Lea" every Third Thursday on Big Blend Radio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Children’s Book Author Jayne Pillemer - Still Mine

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Quality of Life" Show features children's book editor turned author Jayne Pillemer, who discusses her touching and thoughtful children's book "Still Mine," that's out now through Harper Collins.In the wake of Covid-19 and with school shootings at a record high in the U.S. according to the National Center for Education Statistics, thoughtful books like Pillemer’s are an essential balm to the soul, nurturing hope in grieving hearts. In “Still Mine,” Pillemer’s lyrical writing and Sheryl Murray’s sweet illustrations offer gentle comfort and reassurance to anyone who has experienced loss that you still carry those you love with you in the smallest things—and in your heart—forever. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Jackie Eubany - Is Work Stressing You Out?

Is Work Stressing You Out? Does it Make Your Blood Pressure Go Up? As Dr. Jacqueline Eubany shares, too much daily stress can lead to hypertension, a serious condition that affects one in three adults in the US. It is referred to as the silent killer because people have no symptoms from it until a catastrophic event like a stroke occurs. From using meditation and breathing exercises to taking a walk on your lunch break, Dr Jackie shares tips on reducing stress to keep your heart healthy at work.Dr. Jackie is a board-certified cardiologist and electrophysiologist, and author of the best-selling book, "Women and Heart Disease: The Real Story." More: https://womenandheartdiseasebook.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Neasa Ní Chianáín and Kevin McArevey - Young Plato Documentary

This episode of Big Blend Radio focuses on the award-winning documentary "Young Plato" that showcases Kevin McArevey, a Primary School headmaster in Belfast’s Ardoyne housing estates who invokes the wisdom of the ancient Greek philosophers to fight poverty, drug dealers and the IRA – restoring hope in the heart of a battered community. Featured guests are Kevin McArevey, and director Neasa Ní Chianáín created the film with Declan McGrath. More at https://youngplato.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Jackie Eubany - Heart Health Around the World

With World Heart Day coming up on September 29, 2022, this episode of Big Blend Radio features Dr Jackie Eubany who talks about heart disease around the world. Created by the World Heart Federation, World Heart Day informs people around the globe that CVD, including heart disease and stroke, is the world’s leading cause of death claiming 18.6 million lives each year, and highlights the actions that individuals can take to prevent and control CVD. It aims to drive action to educate people that by controlling risk factors such as tobacco use, unhealthy diet and physical inactivity, at least 80% of premature deaths from heart disease and stroke could be avoided. More: https://world-heart-federation.org/world-heart-day/Dr. Jackie is a board-certified cardiologist and electrophysiologist, and author of the best-selling book, "Women and Heart Disease: The Real Story." More: https://womenandheartdiseasebook.com/Sharing heart health tips and advice, Dr. Jackie appears on Big Blend Radio every third Wednesday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kristen Welch - Fair Trade Friday Club

This episode of Big Blend Radio's "Quality of Life" Show features Kristen Welch, who along with her husband Terrell, founded Mercy House Global. Hear about their Fair Trade Friday Club, a monthly subscription of fair trade goodies. Each month they partner with fair trade, faith groups across the globe to bring members 3-4 unique, high quality items. These artisan groups represent women in hard situations, including those rescued from human trafficking and those who live in extreme poverty, who are in need of work in order to support themselves and their families. Each box also includes a story booklet with descriptions of the items in the box and beautiful stories of the artisans and how members have impacted their lives.By working with over 40 non-profit artist groups, the Fair Trade Friday Club empowers women in over 30 countries. More: https://www.fairtradefriday.club/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.