Quality of Life Radio

Dr. Jackie Eubany - Strokes and Heart Attacks

On this episode of Big Blend Radio, Dr Jackie Eubany shares the differences and commonalities between a stroke and a heart attack, as well as their risk factors, and prevention tips. 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.COMMENTS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Somali-American Writer Warda Mohamed Abdullahi

This episode of Big Blend Radio features Somali-American writer Warda Mohamed Abdullahi. Her powerful memoir, "Warda: My Journey from the Horn of Africa to a College Education,” not only tells the story of her own resilience but also that of striving refugees around the world. Set in the rugged shrublands of rural Ethiopia, the contentious neighborhoods of South Africa, and the icy streets of Michigan, Warda is the story of a fierce young woman on a tireless quest to become the first member of her family to go to college. More: https://wardaabdullahi.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Children’s Book Author Dr Rachel Kowert on Big Blend Radio

This episode of Big Blend Radio features research psychologist and award-winning author Dr. Rachel Kowert who presents tales of empowerment and self-reliance in her children’s book, “Pragmatic Princess: 26 Superb Stories of Self-Sufficiency." Her upcoming picture book series, "Tales from Cloud Canyon," celebrates the everyday child, doing everyday things, with their everyday abilities for ages 3 and up. More: https://buildyourowncastle.com/Featured music is "Dream Big" by Nicki Kris - https://nickikris.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Jackie Eubany - Mediterranean Diet and Lifestyle

Focusing on the heart-healthy benefits of practicing a Mediterranean diet and lifestyle, this episode of Big Blend Radio's Quality of Life Show features Dr. Jacqueline Eubany.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.

Theresa Brown - Healing: When a Nurse Becomes a Patient

In her captivating 2015 New York Times bestseller, "The Shift: One Nurse, Twelve Hours, Four Patients’ Lives," Theresa Brown offered readers an eye-opening glimpse into a full day at her hospital’s cancer ward, providing a compassionate view inside the complex inner workings of our healthcare system and the individual struggles of her patients. Now, Brown has returned with an unprecedented look at this system from the viewpoint of a cancer patient she had never encountered: herself. On this episode of Big Blend Radio, she discusses her new memoir, "HEALING: When a Nurse Becomes a Patient," that shares her intensely personal story and presents an honest – and rare – look at struggling with the illness while navigating the maze of American health care from the unique standpoint of both a patient and a practitioner. More: https://www.theresabrownrn.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John Tarlton and Jenny Dearborn - Until The Wheels Come Off Documentary

To raise funds for cancer research, cyclist John Tarlton entered one of the most grueling ultra-endurance events in the world: Race Across America (RAAM). Riders travel almost non-stop from coast to coast—through searing desert and over mountain ranges—in a brutally taxing challenge, 30% longer than the Tour de France and accomplished in half the time. With his family and friends serving as support crew, together they embark on a 12-day odyssey that puts all of their limits to the test.Airing live from Seattle, this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “Quality of Life” Show features John Tarlton and his wife Jenny Dearborn who discuss their documentary, “Until The Wheels Come Off.” Releasing on VOD on April 5, 2022, the film follows John as he enters his second Race Across America. More at https://untilthewheelscomeoffmovie.com/Featured music on this episode is “Tale of the Vibe Rider” from the album “20/20” by The Walk-A-Bout. https://www.walkaboutband.com/2020 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Jacqueline Eubany - Becoming a Cardiologist

Focusing on her journey to become a cardiologist, especially as a woman, this episode of Big Blend Radio's Quality of Life Show features Dr. Jacqueline Eubany, 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.

Psychotherapist P. Shavaun Scott - The Minds of Mass Killers

This episode of Big Blend Radio's Quality of Life show features author and psychotherapist P. Shavaun Scott, who discusses her latest book “The Minds of Mass Killers: Understanding and Interrupting the Pathway to Violence”.Public mass killings are becoming more common – and each incident affects the public’s sense of safety, especially as myths circulate about mass murderers and their behavior. “The Minds of Mass Killers" draws on psychotherapist P. Shavaun Scott’s 30 years of treatment experience in criminal psychology to clarify the realities of mass killings, using psychological forensic research to provide a foundation for understanding the “pathway to violence” identified in the personal histories of many mass murderers. Drawing from criminology, neuroscience and developmental and social psychology, Scott makes the case that we are all capable of creating a safer society. More: https://www.pshavaunscott.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.