Quality of Life Radio

Heart Disease Risk Factors for Women - Dr Jacqueline Eubany on Big Blend Radio

Heart disease remains the number one killer of women in the US, killing more women than breast and lung cancer combined. Dr. Jacqueline Eubany, cardiologist, electrophysiologist, and author of Women and heart disease, explains the various risk factors of heart disease. Featured music is "As I Give My Heart" by Gina Zavalis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are You a Difficult Person? Sarah Elliston on Big Blend Radio

Sarah Elliston provides a profile of a difficult person, and tips on how to not be one. Sarah is the author of the book “Lessons from a Difficult Person – How to Deal With People Like Us”, and is a faculty member of the William Glasser Institute and is a workshop leader and trainer who is certified in Values Realization, Parent Effectiveness Training and Reality Therapy. Music on this episode is "Difficult Man" by The Joiners. Read her article here: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/are-you-a-difficult-person/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Liberated: The New Sexual Revolution - Benjamin Nodot on Big Blend Radio

Benjamin Nodot, filmmaker and founder of Magic Lantern Pictures, discusses his documentary Liberated: The New Sexual Revolution." Following the journey of college students on Spring Break, the film provides shocking insight into attitudes and behaviors regarding sex, the normalization of sexual violation, and the struggle against conceptions of gender and sexuality shaped by the media. More: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/liberated-the-new-sexual-revolution/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Songs from an Imperfect Life - J. Ronald M. York on Big Blend Radio

J. Ronald M. York Kept In The Dark discusses his new memoir, "Songs From An Imperfect Life," the follow-up to his stunning debut memoir, “Kept in the Dark,” which chronicled the discovery of a grim family secret that was kept from him until just a few years ago. “Songs from an Imperfect Life” is peppered with Ron's own poetry, song lyrics and family photos. And it takes readers on a journey through his fractured childhood in Nashville, where at 7 years old he was molested for the first time by a member of his church. Ron’s musical compositions on this episode include: “Belle Meade Proper” and “I Thank The Lord for the Memories”. More: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/j-ronald-m-york-songs-from-an-imperfect-life/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Coming to My Senses Documentary - Filmmakers Dominic & Nadia Gill on Big Blend Radio

In 1999, Aaron Baker broke his neck in a motocross accident, leaving him completely paralyzed from the neck down. Despite doctor's grim prognosis, over the next 16 years Aaron decided not to listen to those who said 'he had a million-to-one odds of ever feeding himself again' and instead, through painstaking effort, endeavored to regain as much mobility as possible. This journey through the unknown took him from the depths of depression to the joys of cross-country road tripping via tandem bicycle with his mother and friends, and finally, culminating in his opening a socially conscious low-cost gym focused on increasing mobility for the disabled.Now, in COMING TO MY SENSES, we watch as Aaron takes one final journey which symbolizes his recovery: crossing a 20-mile tract of Death Valley unsupported on foot. But will he make it? Director Dominic Gill and writer/producer Nadia Gill talk with Nancy & Lisa on Big Blend Radio about their inspiring and award-winning documentary about Aaron. www.ToMySenses.com* Featured music on this episode is 'Life' by Josh Pfeiffer - www.JoshPfeiffer.com * Show sponsor is Matt Scott's 'Find Something Awesome' self-help book series for kids - www.FindSomethingAwesome.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Active Listening for Parents - Sarah H. Elliston on Big Blend Radio

Sarah H. Elliston, author of “Lessons from a Difficult Person – How to Deal With People Like Us”, shares tips on how parents can retain more influence through active listening. Sarah is a faculty member of the William Glasser Institute and is a workshop leader and trainer who is certified in Values Realization, Parent Effectiveness Training and Reality Therapy. Read her article on Active Listening, here: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/active-listening-how-not-to-be-a-boring-parent/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dead Serious: Breaking the Cycle of Teen Suicide - Big Blend Radio Discussion

Acclaimed journalist and author Jane Mersky Leder discusses her revised and updated second edition of her book, “Dead Serious: Breaking the Cycle of Teen Suicide” that features new chapters on bullying, LGBTQ teens and suicide prevention programs, and reflects today’s cultural, technological and social landscape in a world that is constantly changing. Bobbi DePorter, Co-Founder of SuperCamp and President of Quantum Learning Network, also sits in on this discussion. Learn more, here: http://blendradioandtv.com/listing/jane-mersky-leder-dead-serious/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Big Blend Radio Interview: Dr Jason Karp - Run Fit

From increasing overall health and fitness to boosting focus, creativity and happiness, Jason Karp, PhD - “Chief Running Officer” of Run-Fit.com, talks about the numerous benefits of running, and how to get started. Jason is the creator of the REVO₂LUTION RUNNING™ certification for fitness professionals and coaches, and author of 8 books, including: The Inner Runner, Run Your Fat Off, and Running a Marathon For Dummies. www.Run-Fit.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.