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heartstorming healthcare

by Claudia Cometa

Welcome to heartstorming healthcare (previously Minding Wellness), where we dive into the core of healthcare's most pressing issues with a diverse array of passionate guests who are aligned with the mission of elevating the healthcare landscape. Join us as we speak from the heart on innovative solutions, share inspiring stories, and spark conversations aimed at uplifting and transforming the medical field. From industry leaders to frontline heroes, each episode offers fresh perspectives and actionable insights to navigate the challenges and opportunities facing healthcare today. Get ready to ignite change and shape the future of healthcare, one heartstorm at a time. claudiacometa.substack.com

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Episodes

  1. The Language of La Dolce Vita

    I have studied Italian grammar, done the exercises, and memorized the rules, and I still freeze when it’s time to speak. So I was thrilled to sit down with Margherita Berti, my own former Italian teacher, to talk about why that happens and what the language itself can teach us. Margherita is a...

  2. Rethink Your Cappuccino with Dr. Wendy Pojmann

    Wendy Pojmann’s book started with a raised eyebrow. She was on her way into the state archives in Rome and stopped at her usual bar. The barista heard her American accent and asked, gently, whether she was sure she didn’t want an Americano. She was sure. But the question stayed with her: why do...

  3. Eat with the Seasons: A Conversation with Giulia Scarpaleggia

    I recorded this conversation on the first day of fall. It happened to be Giulia’s wedding anniversary, and it was grape harvest week in Tuscany. It felt like the perfect timing. Giulia was born and raised in the same farmhouse where she lives today, in a quiet town between Siena and Florence. She...

  4. The Sweetness of Doing Nothing

    Ask an American how they're doing and the answer is often "busy." It ends the conversation, because busy means you're thriving. Ask an Italian, and you'll find the language doesn't quite cooperate: the words closest to "busy" (occupato, impegnativa) lean toward occupied, demanding, binding. Italy...

  5. Healed the Mediterranean Way

    She healed stage 3 Lyme disease with a cutting board and a laptop. Here’s how. Amy Riolo is an award-winning chef, culinary anthropologist, and best-selling author of 26 books named Knight of the Order of the Star of Italy and called “The Ambassador of Italian Cuisine in the US.” But before any…

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  6. Never Skip the Passeggiata with Susan Van Allen

    Susan Van Allen grew up on the Jersey Shore with the food and drama of an Italian American household. Her maternal grandparents emigrated from southern Italy, and that inheritance became the compass for her life's work. For fifty years she's been returning to Italy, up and down the boot, chasing...

  7. She Needed Permission to Slow Down with Katy Mogal

    What happens when a Google exec trades Silicon Valley hustle for a Roman passeggiata? Katy Mogal did it and found that giving herself permission to slow down was the real unlock.In this episode, Katy Mogal, a 20-year Silicon Valley veteran (Google,Fitbit) turned certified Designing Your Life...

  8. The Humans in Front of Blood Cancer: Kristen

    As part of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Visionaries of the Year fundraising campaign, I will be highlighting the humans in front of blood cancer. This week, we highlight Kristen! To donate to our fundraising campaign, go to: https://pages.lls.org/voy/sun/sun25/ccometa To watch the full...

  9. The Humans in Front of Blood Cancer: Claudia

    As part of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Visionaries of the Year fundraising campaign, I will be highlighting the humans in front of blood cancer. This week, I am sharing my personal journey with my Dad! To donate to our fundraising campaign, go to: https://pages.lls.org/voy/sun/sun25/ccometa...

  10. The Humans in Front of Blood Cancer: Denise

    As part of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Visionaries of the Year fundraising campaign, I will be highlighting the humans in front of blood cancer. This week, we highlight Denise and her Aunt Denise! To donate to our fundraising campaign, go to: https://pages.lls.org/voy/sun/sun25/ccometa If you...

  11. The Humans in Front of Blood Cancer: Jill

    As part of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Visionaries of the Year fundraising campaign, I will be highlighting the humans in front of blood cancer. This week, we highlight Jill White and her journey with her Dad! To donate to our fundraising campaign, go to:...

  12. The Humans in Front of Blood Cancer: Kiley

    As part of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Visionaries of the Year fundraising campaign, I will be highlighting the humans in front of blood cancer. This week, we highlight Kiley King! To donate to our fundraising campaign, go to: https://pages.lls.org/voy/sun/sun25/ccometa To watch the video...

  13. The Humans in Front of Blood Cancer: Lana

    As part of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Visionaries of the Year fundraising campaign, I will be highlighting the humans in front of blood cancer. This week, we highlight our Honored Hero - Lana! To donate to our fundraising campaign, go to: https://pages.lls.org/voy/sun/sun25/ccometa To watch...

  14. Elizabeth Chabe on Helping Clinicians Climb The Giant's Ladder

    Elizabeth Chabe (MBA, MS) is a bestselling author, entrepreneur, and recognized strategic marketing consultant for science, engineering, and technology organizations. Her work has been featured in The New York Times, Popular Science, Entrepreneur, CNBC, Composites World, and 360Dx, among others.…

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  15. How Oral Health Affects Overall Health with Dr. Anjali Rajpal

    Dr. Anjali Rajpal received her Doctorate in Medical Dentistry from Tufts University in Boston, MA. As one of the leading dental schools on the East Coast, her school's curriculum also focused on medical training to ensure their dentists understood how oral health affects overall body health and...

  16. Ask Us Anything with Chief Growth Officer Elizabeth Durnan

    Join me and my Chief Growth Officer, Elizabeth Durnan, as we chat all things past, present and future with Peace Advocacy Group! Learn more about us and our company here. Interested in my forthcoming book, Patient, Empower Thyself! - you can pre-order here. This is a public episode. If you would...

  17. Healthcare Mo-Ments That Matter with Geoffrey Smith

    Geoffrey leverages a diverse 25+ year career in Human Capital Management, specializing in employee engagement, leadership development, and culture change initiatives in the workplace. His journey has ranged from working for the corporate industry leader, to building his own entrepreneurial…

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  18. The Future of Healthcare Panel

    On this episode, I am joined by co-host, Olivia Morris, Co-Founder of Verity Barrington and overall amazing human. In the third of 3 panels, we interviewed Dr. Todd Otten, Dr. Marc Jacobs, and Jason Gootman on the future of healthcare. You can find more information about the work my guests are...

  19. The Physician Experience Panel

    On this episode, I am joined by co-host, Olivia Morris, Co-Founder of Verity Barrington and overall amazing human. In the second of 3 panels, we interviewed Dr. Lara Salyer, Dr. Dana Corriel, and Amanda Hill on the physician experience - how physicians experience our modern-day healthcare system...

  20. The Patient Experience Panel

    On this episode, I am joined by co-host, Olivia Morris, Co-Founder of Verity Barrington and overall amazing human. In the first of 3 panels, we interviewed Brad Schwartz, the President of Greater National Advocates, and Dana Deighton, Director of Communications & Engagement for the Melanoma...

  21. Dr. Stephen Sideroff on Resilience and Optimal Functioning in Healthcare

    Dr. Stephen Sideroff is an internationally recognized psychologist, executive and medical consultant and expert in resilience, longevity, optimal performance, addiction, neurofeedback, and mental health. He has published pioneering research in these fields. He is an associate professor in the...

  22. Dr. Paul DeChant on Returning Joy to Clinicians and Patients

    Dr. Paul DeChant advises C-level healthcare executives on managing critical problems such as financial and staffing challenges by addressing the root causes of clinician burnout. Following 25 years practicing family medicine in settings as varied as the San Francisco bay area, Breckenridge...

  23. Dr. Drew Remignanti on the Healing Connection of the Physician-Patient Relationship

    Dr. Drew Remignanti grew up in New Jersey and graduated from Dartmouth College in 1975. After receiving an M.D. from Rutgers Medical School in 1980, he went on to complete an emergency medicine residency program. Dr. Remignanti retired in 2020 after a 40-year career in a number of New England...

  24. Dr. Robert Lufkin on the Lies He Taught in Medical School

    Dr. Robert Lufkin is a physician and medical school professor at UCLA and USC, focusing on the applied science of health, longevity, and consciousness. After reversing chronic disease and transforming his life he is making it his mission to help others do the same. In this episode, we chat about:...

  25. Holistically Protecting Our Elders with Shannon M. Miller

    Shannon M. Miller is a Florida Bar board certified attorney specializing in Elder Law, practicing in Gainesville, Florida. Shannon leads "The Exploitation Injunction Bootcamp," teaching attorneys across the state how to stop exploitation. Shannon is a past President of The Academy of Florida…

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  26. Moving from Silent Suffering to Empowered Healing

    Robyn Engelson is the Founder & CEO of Impact YOU, Autoimmune Specialist, Nutrition Educator, Lifestyle Transformer, Speaker, and Podcast Host of The Robyn Engelson Podcast. She is on a mission to help corporate women and moms improve their mindset, nutrition, fitness, and accountability so they...

  27. How Self-Healing Turned into a Life Purpose of Healing Neuroimmune Conditioned Syndromes

    Ashok Gupta is an internationally renowned Speaker, Filmmaker & Health Practitioner who has dedicated his life to supporting people through chronic illness, and achieving their potential. Ashok suffered from ME, or Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, around 25 years ago when he was studying at Cambridge...

  28. Dr. Matthew Lederman on Expanding Our Tools for Nervous System Regulation

    Dr. Matthew Lederman is a board-certified Internal Medicine physician & CNVC Certified Trainer of Nonviolent Communication. He combines conventional Western medicine, Nutrition & Lifestyle medicine, Nonviolent Communication, Polyvagal Theory, and Trauma-Informed Somatic Principles & Pain...

  29. Happy Holidays!

    In this brief solo episode, I share a snippet of my new book AND details on our upcoming Patient Empowerment Summit! For more details and to register for this free event, go to: https://bit.ly/patientempowermentsummit Wishing you love, light and peace! This is a public episode. If you would like…

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  30. Breast Health - From Fear to Empowerment

    Christine Horner, MD is a board certified and nationally recognized surgeon, author, expert in natural medicine, and a relentless champion for women's health. She spearheaded legislation in the 1990s that made it mandatory that insurance companies pay for breast reconstruction following…

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  31. A Filmmaker and His Mom - Walking the Healthcare System Home

    I was recently invited to watch the documentary BLEED OUT, Directed by Stephen Burrows. After a routine partial hip replacement operation left his mother in a coma with permanent brain damage, what starts as a son's video diary became a citizen's investigation into the future of American health...

  32. BONUS EPISODE: Working with Me!

    I went a little wild today and dedicated a full, very concise episode to ways in which you can work with me! Links shared during this episode - Book and retreat info: https://www.peaceadvocacygroup.com/now Course: https://www.peaceadvocacygroup.com/courses Book a Discovery Call here Or send me a...

  33. Achieving Peace and Balance Through Sound Therapy with Laura Widney

    Laura Widney is the visionary founder and Chief Innovation Officer of Soaak Technologies, a healthtech company with a mission to enhance overall well-being through a "whole-person" approach. With a background in diverse healing modalities, Laura's expertise lies in utilizing sound frequencies to...

  34. Danny Gutknecht on How Meaningful Work Aligns with Wellness

    Danny Gutknecht is co-founder and chief executive at Pathways, which helps organizations and people do great work by using innovative models that improve thinking and human behavior. He is also the author of 'Meaning At Work - And Its Hidden Language.' In this book, Danny explores and synthesizes...

  35. Conscious Connection Through Breathwork with Nevsah Fidan Karamehmet

    Nevsah Fidan Karamehmet is the Founder & CEO of Breath Hub. She is an educator, author & entrepreneur who has touched the lives of thousands of people through her seminars, workshops, speeches, and books, for over 20 years. She conducted research with 40,000+ people, published 12 books & became…

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  36. EMFs and Frequency Healing with Justin Frandson

    Justin Frandson is an Athleticism Performance Coach and Founder of Athleticism.com and EMFRocks.com. He is the author of Athleticism, Whole Body + Whole Brain = Performance. In his over 25 years, Justin does nerve work for sports performance with amateur and professional athletes in most major...

  37. Mark Black on Living Today with Gratitude and Resilience

    Mark Black is a heart and double-lung transplant recipient turned 4-time marathon runner, speaker, author, and coach. His new book The Resilience Roadmap will show you how to thrive in the chaotic world we live in. In this episode, we chat about: :: his health journey beginning with a congenital...

  38. Wellness to Wonderful with Dr. Matthew Lederman and Dr. Alona Pulde

    Drs. Pulde and Lederman's new book Wellness to Wonderful is down-to-earth with relatable guidance and practical advice for a healthy and vibrant life. Drs. Pulde and Lederman bring the book's principles to life in WeHeal, a virtual healthcare model built on their book's nine fundamental pillars…

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  39. Mercury Dental Filling Removal: Panel Discussion

    In this episode, I was joined by Andrea Leschak, PharmD, Katie Wood, PharmD, and Nina Dartnell, CPhT, MHA to discuss our experiences and insights on mercury dental filling removal. We share our individual stories as well as the details of the removal process. To watch the dental x-ray video I...

  40. Mike Pozorski on Serving Spirit

    Mike Pozorski's greatest passion and fulfillment is serving spirit. He is dedicated to spirit through his integrity and authenticity as he connects and brings forward your loved one with clear, precise, and undeniable evidence. His mission is to share remarkable evidential mediumship readings to...

  41. Body, Mind, and Spirit Alchemy with Dana Frost

    Dana Frost is a wellness expert and host of the Vitally You podcast, shining a light on how you can feel younger while growing older. Dana is a body, mind, and spirit alchemist who educates and coaches women toward optimal health so they can enjoy vibrant lives. She uses the Functional Nutrition...

  42. Sacred Nature and Surrender with Holly Wilmeth

    Holly Wilmeth creates images that embody elements of nature, mysticism, and spirituality. Drawing inspiration from ancient mythologies, symbolism, diverse cultures and her spiritual practice, Holly's images are a personal interpretation of her life's sacred dance. Both wisdom and wonder speak...

  43. Digital Wellness with Melissa "Honey Bee" Baker

    Melissa Baker (Honey Bee) is a multi-passionate Certified Health Education Specialist, Digital Wellness Teacher, and Author who lives in Gainesville, FL. Along with teaching yoga, meditation, and fitness to kids and adults, she hosts health retreats and corporate wellness initiatives. Her…

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  44. Jacques Martiquet on Communally-Defined Wellness

    Jacques W. Martiquet is a corporate event strategist who helps human-centered workplaces design shared experiences that create a lasting difference in mental health, psychological safety, and belonging. Since 2017, Jacques has been earning his title as The Party Scientist by leading thousands of...

  45. Reshare: Most Downloaded Episode!

    This week I am resharing the most downloaded episode to date! With thousands of downloads in multiple countries, Dr. Brooke Goldner has definitely inspired my listeners to take charge of their health. Dr. Brooke Goldner is a Board certified medical doctor, bestselling author of 3 books including...

  46. My Interview with Optimal Bio

    This week, I'm sharing my recent interview on the Optimal Bio podcast. We dove deep into my journey and my opinions/insights into some more controversial healthcare topics that deserve awareness and attention. ******* If you enjoyed this episode, reviews are always welcome and appreciated! If you...

  47. Honoring the Patient Experience with Julie Fuller and Ashley Anderson

    This week, I spoke with 2 amazing women who work in the field of patient experience and engagement. As a patient engagement manager with Patient Power, Julie Fuller has the privilege of sharing the stories of patients living with various diseases and chronic medical conditions. Giving a voice to...

  48. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Healthcare with Denise Devonish

    Denise Devonish of DMD Health & Safety Training Services has been working in the Gainesville area since 1996. She completed her Bachelor's Degree in Behavioral Analysis and her Master's Degree in Special Education from the University of Florida. She has worked at Tacachale, a developmentally...

  49. Legally Protecting Your Healthcare Choices with Megan Lewis

    Megan Lewis, PLLC has over 15 years experience in estate planning, trust, probate, business and tax law. She passionately preserves family legacies, both assets and relationships. Megan enjoys technology and providing Washington state estate planning in person, by phone, email and web…

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  50. Harmony and Empowerment in Wellness with Jason Gootman

    Jason Gootman is a Mayo Clinic Certified Wellness Coach and National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach as well as a certified nutritionist and certified exercise physiologist. As an expert in behavior change and habit formation, Jason helps people turn knowledge and good intentions into...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Welcome to heartstorming healthcare (previously Minding Wellness), where we dive into the core of healthcare's most pressing issues with a diverse array of passionate guests who are aligned with the mission of elevating the healthcare landscape. Join us as we speak from the heart on innovative solutions, share inspiring stories, and spark conversations aimed at uplifting and transforming the medical field. From industry leaders to frontline heroes, each episode offers fresh perspectives and actionable insights to navigate the challenges and opportunities facing healthcare today. Get ready to ignite change and shape the future of healthcare, one heartstorm at a time.

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