Real Things Living
Real Things Living is a podcast about resilience and finding meaning in life. Host Brigitte Cutshall draws on her personal experience of surviving cancer twice and a rare brain tumor to explore how to navigate challenges. Each episode offers practical tips and inspiring conversations with guests to help listeners overcome adversity, build resilience, and focus on what truly matters.
Episodes
Beyond the Stage: Healing, Family & Second Chances with Ezra Vancil
Texas singer-songwriter, Ezra Vancil, joins Brigitte Cutshall to talk about music as “another language.” Ezra shares how he rebuilt his life after a collapse in his 30s, why he walked away from chasing fame, and how writing and touring with his daughter became the best part of his career. It’s a warm, funny conversation about resilience, small moments, and making memories that last.3 Takeaways:(1)
Leave Your Bubble: Wesley Warshawer on Travel & Common Ground
Wesley Warshawer went from studying abroad in India and Korea to a career in tech.When COVID made his job remote, he left his comfort zone and moved to a new U.S. city every four to six weeks, meeting his neighbors one conversation at a time.He joins Brigitte Cutshall to share how stepping outside our bubbles reveals shared values, why ignorance isn’t the same as malice, and how small, uncomfortab
Unseen Pain: Dr. Olaf Kroneman on Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome & Medical Advocacy
Dr. Olaf Kroneman trained at Mayo Clinic, the University of Virginia, and Mass General before bringing his medicine home to Detroit. He treats patients with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS), a connective tissue condition that can bring POTS, mast cell reactions, and pain that is too often dismissed, especially in women. Brigitte Cutshall and Dr. Kroneman also talk about his novel "Detroit Heroic&
High Risk Doesn't Mean Doom / Fetal Medicine with Dr. Panicos Shangaris
Does a "high-risk pregnancy" mean something will go wrong? Fetal medicine specialist, Panicos Shangaris, of King's College Hospital speaks with Brigitte Cutshall; he explains how the label works, why preconception counseling matters, and how AI is changing prenatal care.3 Takeaways(1) "High risk" means more support, not bad news. It brings in the right specialists and a pla
Is Free-Range Childhood A Lost Art? / Meghan Cox Gurdon
Wall Street Journal columnist and author, Meghan Cox Gurdon, joins Brigitte Cutshall on Real Things Living to talk about her new memoir, "Free Range Girl." The true story of the year she spent as a 12-year-old living off-grid on a homestead her father built with his own hands in rural Maine. They talk overparenting vs. freedom, the "anti-fragile" child, why reading aloud is one of the most powerfu
How to Reclaim Your Joy & Independence at Any Age / Dr. Sieglinde Othmer
How do you build a vibrant, purposeful life through every chapter? Brigitte Cutshall sits down with Dr. Sieglinde Othmer, author of the award-winning book Joyous Longevity: An A to Z Fuel Guide. From her childhood escape as an East German refugee to her extensive career in psychiatry research, Sieglinde shares how curiosity, flexibility, and proactive habits keep her thriving at age 85. Takeaways:
How to Help Your Pet Live Longer (Start by Removing These Hidden Toxins)
In this episode of Real Things Living, host Brigitte Cutshall sits down with natural pet health advocate and podcaster, Angela Ardolino. Angela shares her personal journey from losing her first dog to toxic standard treatments to helping her second dog live to 17 using holistic care. Together, they dive into the master system regulating pet wellness—the endocannabinoid system—and discuss how feedi
The Science of Love in Healthcare: Mindset & Recovery with Winston Meikle
A 40-year ICU nurse says your response to a diagnosis matters more than the diagnosis itself, and he's built a whole theory of care around it.Winston Meikle — nurse educator, author of "The Power of Love: A Nursing Theory", and founder of Loving Care Partners — joins Brigitte Cutshall to explore how quantum physics, ancient wisdom, and a love-based mindset can transform patient outco
Autism & Mental Health: Stop Trying to Fit the Mold / Lawrence Harris
Youth mental health advocate, Lawrence Harris, breaks down why we need to stop trying to fit the mold when it comes to autism, mental health, and choosing our own path. Brigitte Cutshall speaks with 20-year-old Lawrence to explore neurodiversity, self-advocacy, and bridging generational divides. He shares his journey from childhood adversity to inspiring young people nationwide, offering practical
He Asked Himself One Hard Question — Then Chose to Live / Devin Fish
16 moves before he turned 18. Another 16 in the Army. Here's what it built.Devin Fish grew up in poverty, moving constantly and eventually joining the Army at 18 to escape instability at home. After a decade of service — including a mental health crisis that landed him in the hospital — he channeled his lowest point into his memoir, "Answering the Hard Questions."Devin talks with Bri
Why Your Mouth Might Be Driving Inflammation Everywhere Else / Dr. Eugene Antenucci
Dr. Eugene Antenucci — dentist, LSU dental school instructor, and author of "A Journey of a Thousand Smiles" — joins Brigitte Cutshall on Real Things Living to break down the mouth-body connection most people never learn about. We cover gum disease and chronic inflammation, the blue zones' link between longevity, family, and movement, why sugar is a bigger threat than most realize, and how to find
Control-Alt-Delete: How Thayne Martin Rebooted His Life Using Neuroscience
Can you actually rewire your nervous system to get unstuck? In this episode of Real Things Living, Brigitte Cutshall speaks with transformation coach Thayne Martin to discuss trauma recovery, emotional intelligence, and how experiential neuroscience can reset your life. After surviving severe childhood trauma, over-medication, and a near-death drowning accident, Thayne experienced a total "co
Unfiltered Truth: From Poverty and Pain to Blue-Collar Purpose / Denny LaVe
Denny LaVe joins Brigitte to talk about a life defined by pivots — from a broken childhood in Montana, to a near-fatal heat stroke that ended his Marine Corps dream, to nearly taking vows as a monk, to marriage, fatherhood, and building a construction company from the ground up. He opens up about the "shame culture" he grew up in, the years of stoicism that quietly strained his marriage,
Rewiring Trauma from the Inside Out / Dr. Judith Swack
A biochemist accidentally became a pioneer in trauma-clearing therapy—and it all started when she couldn't figure out her own dating life.Dr. Judith Swack was told repeatedly by mentors that she had a "research mind" and belonged in a lab, leading her to earn a PhD in biochemistry and neurochemistry. However, personal struggles in her dating life introduced her to Neurolinguistic Pro
NIL & Mental Health: The Real Cost of Winning / Jay Paterno
College sports used to be about the love of the game. Now the money, the betting, and the pressure are rewriting what it means to be a young athlete.Brigitte Cutshall sits down with author, coach, and commentator - Jay Paterno - for an eye-opening conversation on the shifting landscape of college athletics. From the financial pressures of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals and rampant sports ga
The Guy With Stage 4 Breast Cancer / Jake Messier
Less than 1% of breast cancer diagnoses belong to men—leaving Jake Messier on a mission to demand representation in a system that often forgets they exist.Jake Messier, a former Marine and marketer turned patient advocate living with stage IV male breast cancer, joins Brigitte Cutshall to talk about finding a lump while putting on deodorant, navigating the isolated reality of a traditionally femal
Just Keep Tri-ing: James Logan's Stage 4 Cancer Comeback
He was given six months to live. Twenty-five months later, he's training for the Ironman World Championship.James Logan was 59, in the best shape of his life, and training for triathlons when a stage four cancer diagnosis gave him six months to two years to live. In this episode of Real Things Living, James opens up about the six-month mental shift from "worrying about dying to worrying a
Creativity is Survival / Antonio Michael Downing
A cemetery at the end of a one-road village in Trinidad, a grandmother who couldn't read without help. This is where author, speaker, and musician Antonio Michael Downing learned that creativity isn't a talent, it's a survival tool.Antonio joins Real Things Living to share how his grandmother in Trinidad taught him to read and sing, not as hobbies, but as ways to cope with a hard life.
Embracing Non-Traditional Paths to Motherhood / Leslie Lopez
Six years of uncertainty, navigating a high-stakes third-party journey, and finding the courage to redefine motherhood on her own terms. In this episode of Real Things Living, Brigitte Cutshall speaks with Leslie Lopez, founder and host of the Mothers in Arms podcast. Leslie opens up about her personal six-year journey navigating infertility, pregnancy loss, and the decision to leave her marriage
A Combat Marine's Faith-Driven Recovery / Keith Cole
Surviving mortar rounds in Vietnam was only half the battle. The deepest healing began when a Marine veteran finally confronted the invisible weight of lifelong trauma.Keith Cole, a Marine Corps Vietnam veteran wounded three times in combat, joins Brigitte to talk about the invisible wounds that outlast the battlefield. Keith shares his journey from enlisting after his father's sudden passing
Unsung Heroes and Final Redemption / Neil Adams
He wasn't a doctor, but he talked his way past the barricades on 9/11 anyway — and spent the next 24 hours saving strangers' eyes.Author, Neil Adams, joins Brigitte Cutshall to talk about his book "From the Pile", written to honor his late best friend Michael Dorian — a veterinary technician who posed as medical personnel to help injured firefighters at Ground Zero on 9/11.Neil s
He Almost Lost His Son — Then Found His Purpose / Drew Norton
A standard check-in call, an ambulance, and a mother's quick instincts changed everything for Drew Norton's family in a matter of minutes. That terrifying crisis became the ultimate wake-up call, completely reshaping how he leads, loves, and shows up for the people who matter most. In this episode of Real Things Living, Brigitte Cutshall speaks with sales leader and founder of the Abundant
Living Beyond a Diagnosis / Nicholas Kelly
Every obstacle is an open door for greatness, and staying in motion is exactly how you step through it.Nicholas Kelly is a registered dietitian, patient advocate, and TEDx speaker who has lived with cystic fibrosis for all of his 39 years. Nick shares how he turned his own health journey into a career helping others navigate chronic illness, why he calls passion his superpower, and the daily syste
Fueling the Human Machine / Axay Shah
He turned 50, watched his energy crash, and instead of reaching for a pill, he threw out cooked food entirely — 16 years later he's run eight marathons and never taken a single medication.Axay Shah, author of "In Nature We Trust," joins Brigitte to explain why he ditched cooked food at 50 and hasn't looked back. His philosophy is simple: if Mother Nature didn't make it, it do
From Seizures to Self-Trust: Hannia Zanana's Journey
Before she was a healer, she was numb—trapped under heavy medication for epilepsy and jumping out of airplanes just to feel a spark of life.Hannia Zanana, founder of Be HLTH, opens up about living with epilepsy and the six years she spent over-medicated and disconnected from her own body. She shares the turning point — a face-to-face encounter with a sperm whale — that cracked open her relationshi
Your Mindset Is Your Business Plan / Joy Foster
Women are launching businesses in record numbers — and most still won't charge what they're worth, show up online, or ask for the funding they need. Joy Foster has spent a decade figuring out why.Joy Foster, founder and CEO of Tech Pixies, joins Brigitte Cutshall on Real Things Living to explore why so many brilliant women hold themselves back from scaling their businesses and how neurosci
Reclaiming the Heart: Overcoming Trauma and Finding Joy / Lena Fein
From a hyper-vigilant engineering career built on survival to a life anchored in pure, unadulterated joy—discover how one woman broke through a lifetime of shame to reclaim her authentic voice.Retired engineer turned author, Lena Fein spent decades outrunning a childhood shaped by relentless maternal criticism and hidden shame. She became a high achiever, a communicator, a marketing pro — all from
Remembering as an Act of Justice: Isabel Reddy on the Buffalo Creek Disaster
A survivor's poem lived in Isabel Reddy's heart for a decade, and became the spark for a novel that refuses to let 125 forgotten lives stay forgotten.Isabel Reddy, scientific writer and author of "That You Remember", joins Brigitte Cutshall to unpack the real-life coal mining disaster that inspired her historical fiction novel. In 1972, a neglected slurry lagoon unleashed 130 mil
AWEtism: Rethinking Autism From the Inside Out / Dr. Theresa Lyons
One diagnosis flipped a scientist's entire life upside down, and led her to research that's giving parents real hope.Dr. Theresa Lyons, scientist and autism mom, joins Brigitte Cutshall on Real Things Living to break down what autism actually is — a wide spectrum that can look completely different from one child to the next. She explains why autism is rooted in the nervous system, not &quo
Rewiring Pain: The Future Is Already Here / Dr Steven Falowski
Sixty thousand people a year get a procedure that could change their pain forever...and most have never heard of it.In this episode of Real Things Living, Brigitte Cutshall sits down with Dr. Steven Falowski, a neurosurgeon with nearly 20 years of experience who is helping lead the charge against chronic pain — without opioids. Dr. Falowski breaks down how spinal cord stimulation has evolved from
Ease, Grace, and the Power of "I Am Willing" / Dr. Maria Nemeth
Most people are exhausted not because they're doing too much, but because they're doing it wrong.Dr. Maria Nemeth, psychologist, master certified coach, and founder of the Academy for Coaching Excellence (ACE), joins Brigitte Cutshall on Real Things Living to share a deceptively simple definition of success — and the four-part framework that makes it possible for anyone to live with more i
From a Jungle Village to Healing Cancer Patients Across America / Dr Fazlur Rahman
A boy who nearly died after losing his mother at age seven grew up to become one of West Texas' most pioneering oncologists — and he's now telling the full story.Dr. Fazlur Rahman joins Brigitte Cutshall on Real Things Living for his second visit, this time diving into his newly republished memoir "Temple Road." It's a book about the literal jungle path he walked from his sma
Lost in the System: Connecting the Dots with Sam Yeruva
Imagine waiting ten days for important biopsy results only to discover the patient sample was entirely lost; meaning someone has to go under the knife all over again. In modern medical systems, this chaotic scenario is more common than you think. Sam Yeruva, Founder and CEO of PyCube, sat down with Brigitte Cutshall on Real Things Living to discuss how modernizing and digitizing the workflows behi
Move Better, Feel Better: Tyler Bramlett on Rebuilding from the Ground Up
Getting hit by a car cracked Tyler's femur — and shattered everything he thought he knew about fitness.Tyler Bramlett, co-founder of WeShape, joins Brigitte Cutshall on Real Things Living to flip the fitness script. After a cycling accident forced him to relearn movement from scratch, Tyler discovered that the industry's obsession with intensity is exactly what keeps people stuck — or inju
Finding Your Voice in the Chaos with Hannah Turner
She woke up to a video of her drunk self begging her sober self to change — and that was the moment everything shifted.Hannah Turner is a poet, author, and coach whose debut poetry collection, The Clarity of Chaos, was born in the most unlikely place: a Paris apartment, a year into sobriety, in the middle of writing a graduate thesis. In this conversation with Brigitte Cutshall, Hannah opens up ab
How Roberta Samuels Turned a Life Pivot into a Page-Turner
After a 30-year marriage ended, most people wouldn't buy a house alone in rural France. Roberta Samuels did and then wrote four books about it.Roberta is an author, painter, and lifelong Francophile who studied at the Sorbonne, led small-group tours through the hidden corners of France, and ultimately traded her old life for a medieval townhouse in the southwest. In this conversation with Brig
Carrying Love Forward with Enya Flack
Grief doesn't ask you to move on. It asks you to carry love forward.Brigitte Cutshall speaks with Enya Flack, an actress, reporter, and Infinity Garden advocate for an honest, heartfelt conversation about navigating loss. Drawing from personal experience — including losing her husband in 2018 — Enya shares how grief reshaped her perspective on healing, remembrance, and connection. Together, th
People Over Process: Fixing a Broken Health System with Gil Bashe
A system designed to heal shouldn’t wait for people to get sick.In this episode of Real Things Living, Brigitte Cutshall speaks with Gil Bashe, Chair of Global Health & Purpose at FINN Partners and author of Healing the Sick Care System: Why People Matter. With decades of experience across healthcare, business, and caregiving, Gil shares a powerful perspective on why today’s healthcare system
More Than Hope with Glenn Sturm
Survival shouldn't be a guessing game.Diagnosed with advanced T-cell lymphoma in 2009, Army veteran and attorney Glenn Sturm refused to leave his survival to chance. He built his own integrated, multidisciplinary cancer care team before most hospitals even knew what that meant. Now he's writing the book on it — literally — and the data behind his approach is staggering: a 70% reduction in
Driving Forward: Dignity in Divorce with Joe Dillon
You don't have to blow up your life — or your kids' — to end a marriage. Joe Dillon, co-founder of Equitable Mediation Services, joins Real Things Living to challenge the traditional divorce narrative by treating it as a forward-looking financial and emotional transition rather than a post-mortem of a failed contract. Drawing from his own childhood experiences, Joe explains how staying &qu
Still Here with Tom LeNoble
When life serves up a terminal diagnosis or a career-altering shift, most people search for a way out. Tom LeNoble searches for the lesson. From growing up in a Florida shack to becoming employee #57 at Facebook, Tom’s journey is a masterclass in risk, renewal, and the art of "living fully while dying". In this episode of Real Things Living, Tom discusses how to treat resilience as a mus
From Near-Death to Leadership: Dominic Forth's Journey
What happens when everything is stripped away?In a split second, Dominic Forth went from a honeymoon rafting trip to fighting for his life beneath the surface of the Zambezi River. That "flipped moment" didn't just change his perspective—it redefined how he leads and how he helps others share their truth.Dominic Forth, CEO of Thought Leaders America, joins Brigitte Cutshall on Real T
Reflecting on Your Best Self with Rhonda Farrah
Stop surviving your circumstances and start thriving through the "adventures" that shaped you.In this episode of Real Things Living, Brigitte Cutshall hosts Rhonda Farrah, a lifestyle empowerment alchemist who shares how she navigated high-stakes life "adventures"—including a federal prison camp stay, a breast cancer diagnosis, and financial ruin. Rhonda reveals how she transfo
Resilience Beyond the Diagnosis: Greg Smith's Unbreakable Story
Doctors said he wouldn't survive childhood. At 69, Greg Smith is believed to be the oldest living person in the world with his condition...and he's got a book to prove the odds wrong.Greg Smith was diagnosed with osteogenesis imperfecta (brittle bone disease) before his second birthday and given a life expectancy of 25 years. In this conversation with Brigitte Cutshall, Greg opens up about
Finding the Magic in the Movement: A Dialogue on Well-Being
The conventional view of healthcare often starts with a problem, but Dr. Peter Kevorkian believes the true essence of health begins with removing the interference to your body’s own brilliance. As a renowned chiropractor and the President of Life Chiropractic College West, Dr. Peter joins Brigitte Cutshall to discuss why optimizing the spine is about much more than "cracking backs"—it’s
Oxygen Revolution: Reclaiming Your Health from Chronic Illness with Brad Pitzele
"I walked out of that appointment freaked out... no one seemed to see it but me". Brad Pitzele was a young father losing his functionality to what doctors called "minor" issues—until it became a fight for his life. Brad Pitzele, CEO of 1000 Roads, shares his harrowing journey through "medical gaslighting," a $500 test that changed everything, and why he ultimately bui
From Combat to Calm: How to Reclaim Your Energy with Tim Thomas
A decorated Special Forces veteran nearly lost everything to the system that was supposed to save him—until he discovered the one tool the body has always had.In this episode, Brigitte Cutshall speaks with Tim Thomas, an ex-Australian Special Forces member dedicated to helping people reclaim their sense of self and energy. Drawing from his combat experience and his own journey with PTSD, Tim discu
Joy is the Medicine: Reimagining the Dementia Journey with Marilyn Reichle
Instead of a long goodbye, imagine a nine-year journey filled with newfound creativity, laughter, and deep connection. In this episode of Real Things Living, Brigitte Cutshall talks with Marilyn Raichle, author of "Don't Walk Away: A Care Partner’s Journey." Marilyn shares how her mother’s late-life discovery of painting transformed their relationship from one of "caregiver and
Beyond Coping: The Science of Higher Consciousness
Is your life running on an outdated operating system? Brigitte Cutshall sits down with enlightened master Dahryn Trivedi to challenge the modern definition of resilience. Backed by 6,000+ scientific experiments, they explore why "coping" is actually a sign of failure and how to move into a state of effortless flow and "spiritual immunity."Key Takeaways:Why the $4 trillion welln
Permission to Launch with Chanda Coston
You've poured into everyone else — your career, your family, your community. Now it's your turn. But where do you even start?Brigitte Cutshall sits down with Chanda Coston, a business coach and strategist who helps women in midlife build businesses that actually fit their lives. Chanda shares how losing her brother to gun violence led her to discover her passion for mentoring, and why she
Laughing Through the Unthinkable with Teresa Baglietto
Four cancers, three strokes, two brain aneurysms, a divorce, and 27 surgeries — and she came out on the other side with a book, a podcast, and a whole lot of laughter.Teresa Baglietto joins Brigitte Cutshall on Real Things Living for a raw and deeply relatable conversation about surviving the unsurvivable. From her first cancer diagnosis in 2008 through a decade of medical crises, Teresa shares ho
Navigating the Rare: Empowerment and Inclusion with Kelly & Avery
Congenital Muscular Dystrophy (CMD) is an ultra-rare diagnosis that often requires a long, complex journey toward answers.In this episode, Brigitte Cutshall sits down with Kelly Berger and Avery Roberts, hosts of the Wheel Talk with Kelly & Avery Podcast, to explore their lives with the same rare subtype of CMD. From meeting on a Zoom call to becoming close friends and collaborators , they sha
Kevin Rice on Leading with Intent AND Purpose
"I was in robot mode: high productivity, zero emotional connection." Kevin Rice built a company from his garage to 250 employees and $40M in revenue, but the "success" felt hollow. In this episode, we dive into how to break out of survival mode, redefine "balance" through intentionality, and lead your family with the same passion you bring to your career.Key Takeaways
Rising From the Ashes with Robin Ferguson
The journey to finding your true self often requires leaving behind the stories that no longer serve you. In this episode of Real Things Living, host Brigitte Cutshall sits down with Robin Ferguson—an executive leader, coach, and author of "The Phoenix Effect."Robin shares how her background as a nurse and minister shaped her understanding of resilience and self-acceptance. They discuss
From Ivy League to Homeless: The Art of the Comeback with Ken Miller
If you think your past defines your future, this story of Ivy League success, 20 years of homelessness, and ultimate redemption will change your mind.Ken Miller joins Brigitte Cutshall to share his powerful journey from being a National Merit Scholar at Dartmouth to spending two decades battling addiction, homelessness, and incarceration. Now 21 years sober and a successful business owner, Ken dis
Systems Over Hustle with Yousef Benhamida
"I don't think I had a choice—this is just how my river runs."In this episode of Real Things Living, host Brigitte Cutshall talks with Yousef Benhamida, the systems-driven entrepreneur behind the national brand Humboldt’s Secret. Yousef shares his journey from childhood "hustles" to bootstrapping a national empire. He explains why he values a "clean house" and org
Success on Your Terms: Redefining Leadership and Joy with Jossie Haines
Imagine working your entire life for a retirement you never reach. Engineering leader, Jossie Haines, shares how a family tragedy transformed her perspective on ambition, burnout, and the urgent need for human-centric leadership in the age of AI.After reaching the heights of Silicon Valley as a VP of Engineering and working on iconic products like Siri, Jossie realized that the traditional "u
Resilience for the Messy Life: Dr. Kate Lund on Parental Stress
"We need to focus on who we are." The secret to raising resilient children starts with the parent stepping away to find their own calm in the chaos.In this episode of the Real Things Living Podcast, Brigitte Cutshall explores the essentials of Parental Resilience with psychologist and author Dr. Kate Lund. Dr. Lund introduces her "Step Away" book, which focuses on the psycholog
Beyond the Band-Aid: Healing Feminine Pain with Kerry Blaser Bouzaglo
Your chronic physical pain might be more than a medical diagnosis—it could be your body’s only way of screaming for emotional rescue.Author and Shaman, Kerry Blaser Bouzaglo, joins Brigitte Cutshall to share her journey from a traumatic childhood and debilitating back pain to a life of "psychic gifts" and radical health, revealing how women can stop "popping pills" and start li
Breaking the "Box": Reclaiming Your Identity with Kathleen Conner
Are you living for everyone else but yourself? Kathleen Conner, the founder of Chasing Purpose, joins Brigitte Cutshall to discuss the "Aha" moment that saved her life and how women can stop being "fine" and start being seen. Drawing from her experience as a high-level corporate executive and a lifetime of service, Kathleen reveals the "box methodology"—the labels lik
Healing Through Art with Grace Esther
Ditch the idea that you need natural-born talent and discover how curiosity, bread-making, and even a "neutralized" paintbrush can become your most powerful tools for emotional healing.In this episode of Real Things Living, host Brigitte Cutshall sits down with Grace Esther, the heart behind Healing with Grace. Grace shares her journey into creativity, which began in 2006 and took a sign
Historical Fiction and the Healing Power of Legacy with Jane Ruben
A life-altering cancer diagnosis after a 30-year career in healthcare administration led Jane Rubin to find her voice—and her ancestors—through the power of historical fiction.In this episode of Real Things Living, host Brigitte Cutshall connects with two-time cancer survivor and author Jane Rubin. Jane opens up about her journey with the BRCA gene mutation, explaining how a breast cancer diagnosi
From Bedridden to Breakthrough: Greg the Hydrogen Man’s Story
When Western medicine failed and he was told he wouldn't survive, Greg turned to critical thinking and ancient wisdom to discover a natural protocol that reversed his "incurable" conditions.In this episode, Brigitte Cutshall talks with Greg the Hydrogen Man about his decade-long mission to uncover the truth about molecular hydrogen and water purity. After working in the medical field
From Nurse to Coach: A Journey of Healing with Courtney Osselaer
Discover why your body's physical signals are the most honest business partners you will ever have.In this episode, Brigitte Cutshall welcomes Courtney Osselaer to discuss her transition from the high-stress world of pediatric nursing to her current work as a trauma-informed coach. Courtney shares how her background in healthcare and psychology shaped her understanding of burnout and the criti
Beyond the Scoreboard: Finding Purpose and Joy in Youth Sports
Stop measuring your child’s athletic success by scholarships or trophies and start focusing on the lifelong connections that actually matter.Harvey Araton, veteran sports journalist and author of "The Goal of the Game," joins host Brigitte Cutshall to discuss the high-pressure culture of modern youth sports.This conversation offers a refreshing perspective on reclaiming the heart of the
Exploring the Future of Medicine with Stem Cells / Dr. Joy Kong
Most of us are taught to treat symptoms with a pill, but the real secret to healing might be "injecting intelligence" back into our own systems.In this episode of Real Things Living, host Brigitte Cutshall welcomes Dr. Joy Kong to discuss the revolutionary world of regenerative medicine. Dr. Kong shares her personal journey from moving to the U.S. at age 20 to graduating from UCLA Medica
From Pain to Prevention: Adjusted Reality with Dr. Sherry McAllister
Your body is the only place you have to live. Isn't it time to start listening to what it’s telling you?Dr. Sherry McAllister, President of the Foundation for Chiropractic Progress and author of "Adjusted Reality," joins Brigitte Cutshall to discuss the transformative power of chiropractic care. Both women share their journeys from a debilitating car accident to discovering drug-free
The Crisis in American Healthcare: A Cardiologist's Call for Change
If you find a doctor you trust, follow Dr. Kowey’s advice: "hang on because they're not common people".In this candid conversation, Brigitte Cutshall welcomes Dr. Peter Kowey, cardiologist and author of "Failure to Treat", to discuss the deteriorating state of American healthcare. He has four decades of experience, reveals why the U.S. healthcare system is failing patients
Engineering Freedom: How to Turn Off Your Fear Switch with Daniel Packard
Your anxiety, procrastination, and perfectionism aren't multiple problems you need to "manage" forever. They're symptoms of one malfunctioning system you can actually fix.Mechanical Engineer turned CEO, Daniel Packard shares his journey from spending $100K and 10 years on therapy, coaches, and retreats that kept him stuck. After battling crippling PTSD, Daniel discovered the &quo
Overcoming Fears and Unhealthy Habits with Kayla MacDonald
Struggling to break free from self-judgment and unhealthy habits, even when you know the "right" steps?Brigitte Cutshall welcomes Freedom Coach and writer, Kayla MacDonald, to discuss her journey from traditional health coaching to focusing on "food freedom" and inner "warrior work".Kayla reveals why your food struggles might not be about food at all, but rather a distraction from stepping into yo
Stop Criticizing Yourself: The Inner Parent Theory with Kasia Dodd
We often hear about healing the "inner child," but what about the voice that controls it? European licensed psychologist and author, Kasia Dodd, joins Brigitte Cutshall to introduce her groundbreaking "Inner Parent Theory" and reveals why healing the critical, fearful inner parent is the real key to unlocking happiness and potential.3 Key Takeaways:(1) The Duo Dynamic: The inne
Hope After Tragedy: Jenny Brandemuehl's Story
When Jenny Brandemuehl's husband survived a fiery plane crash only to pass away five months later from complications, she was thrust into unimaginable grief. Her journey from devastation to rediscovering love and joy offers profound lessons about resilience, vulnerability, and the power of hope for anyone facing life's darkest moments.Jenny's new book, Forever Fly Free, serves as a pay
Uncovering the "Lost Cause": A Conversation with Historian, Ann Bausum
As we approach America's 250th anniversary, now is the perfect time to understand the full, complex story of this remarkable experiment in democracy.Historian and author, Ann Bausum, joins host Brigitte Cutshall to discuss her 25-year career writing history for all ages and her latest book, "White Lies: How the South Lost the Civil War, Then Rewrote the History." Growing up in histor
Finding Strength Through Struggle with Andrea McKenna Brankin
Healing becomes possible when we stop hiding and start talking.In this open and compassionate conversation, Andrea McKenna Brankin joins Brigitte on Real Things Living to share her journey with bipolar disorder—from the years she struggled in silence to the moment she chose to speak out and reclaim her life. Andrea also reflects on the practices that helped her heal, including community support, t
Redefining Success on Your Own Terms with Natasha Skolny
Join host Brigitte Cutshall on Real Things Living as she speaks with Natasha Skolny, executive coach and founder of The Leadership Cabin. This uplifting conversation explores why so many women doubt themselves, how early beliefs shape our behaviors, and how curiosity, courage, and self-care can transform the way we lead and live.Natasha shares her personal journey from corporate learning and devel
The Human Side of Leadership with Taylor Scott
True leadership starts with how you make people feel. In this episode of Real Things Living, host Brigitte Cutshall sits down with Taylor Scott, founder of Lead with Hospitality and author of "Give Hospitality."Taylor shares how his career in the hospitality industry—and lessons learned from Walt Disney World—shaped his belief that the best leaders focus on making people feel welcome, co
Finding Hope, Harmony, and Resilience with Bishop Kevin Foreman
When you focus on becoming better, not busier, everything changes.In this inspiring episode, host Brigitte Cutshall talks with Bishop Kevin Forman, known as The People’s Bishop. He delivers an energizing message about competing with yourself and embracing your own evolution.From building one of Denver’s largest faith communities to leading with authenticity and compassion, Bishop Forman shares how
Learning Through the Messy Middle with Sara Hartley
Sometimes the lessons our children teach us are the ones we need most.In this heartfelt episode of Real Things Living, host Brigitte Cutshall talks with Sara Hartley ~ healthcare marketing executive, ADHD and neurodiversity coach, and author of the "Purposefully Me" children’s book series. Sara shares her personal journey of navigating Lyme disease and ADHD while raising a neurodiverse s
Justin Long: Asking for Help Isn't Weakness
Author, Justin B. Long, spent decades bouncing through life like a pinball, reacting to everything but directing nothing—until trauma therapy at age 40 showed him that childhood wounds don't have to define his adult life. His raw, honest conversation reveals how one man's journey from abuse to authenticity is changing workplace culture and proving that asking for help isn't weakness, i
Discipline Is Freedom: Balancing Life, Business, and Joy with Retha Nichole
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