Hosted by Dr. David Derose

“Healthy Living from the Ground Up.” Host: Dr. David DeRose, MD, MPH. Co-Host: Joni Bokovoy, DrPH, MPH. (Cherokee Nation). Guest: Mercy Ritte (Native Hawaiian), Community Organizer, Molokai. Description: Drs. DeRose and Bokovoy speak with Mercy Ritte, a native Hawaiian from Molokai, about her family’s inspiring work to promote healthier living on the island of Molokai. From sharing homegrown organic produce and teaching plant-based cooking to working full time while homeschooling her five children and running a natural skincare business, Mercy shares how she balances it all while empowering others to take charge of their health. For further information, contact: [email protected].

Title: Financial Health for Tribes Guests: Thomas Steirer, CEO and Founder, Profit Finders, LLC (Tonawanda Seneca Nation member, Turtle Clan); Michelle Don Carlos, Esq., General Counsel, Zenith Utility Consultants; John Doak, Insurance Commissioner, State of Oklahoma Description: A number of relatively simple strategies can pay large financial dividends for tribes. In today’s show you’ll gain insights into owning and running tribal utilities, saving on insurance costs, keeping tribal profits within the tribe, and more. For More Information contact: www.ProfitFindersLLC.com; www.ZenithUtility.net; or www.naic.org

Title: The Microbiome Guest: Rodrigo Rodriguez, MD, Medical Director, International BioCare Hospital and Medical Center Description: Medical science is exploding with insights into the microbiome, the community of microorganisms that inhabit the human body, especially the intestinal tract. In today’s show you’ll learn how these organisms affect our risk of metabolic diseases like high blood pressure and diabetes—and may even affect our risk of dementia. For more information contact: www.biocarehospital.com; 1-800-701-7345

Title: Freedom from Addictions Guests: Angeline David DrPH, MHS, RDN, Director, Health Ministries, North American Division of Seventh-day Adventists; Bob Parrish, RN, CARN, MPH (Wiyot) Description: Addictive behaviors impact millions of people in the U.S. independent of race and ethnicity. Gain cutting edge insights from Dr. Angie David and Native American nurse and certified addictions professional, Bob Parrish (Wiyot). For More Information Contact: www.adventistrecovery.org or 301.680.6733

Title: Prescriptions for a Healthy Business Guest: Jaynie L. Smith, President, Smart Advantage Inc., and author of “Creating Competitive Advantage” and “Relevant Selling” Description: Many businesses fail to achieve their optimal potential because they don’t understand what their customers/clients really want. Jaynie Smith shares practical insights to help businesses of any size thrive in today’s competitive marketplace. Refer Listeners to: www.smartadvantage.com

Title: The “Intelligent Design” Debate (Encore) Guest: Stephen C. Meyer, PhD; Director, The Discovery Institute’s Center for Science and Culture in Seattle; Author, "Darwin’s Doubt" Description: Native Americans from many tribal backgrounds speak of a Creator. Dr. Stephen Meyer shares amazing, cutting-edge scientific evidence that suggests there was indeed an intelligent designer behind the things we observe in nature. For Further Information Contact: www.discovery.org; www.darwinsdoubt.com

Title: “Changed Lives Changing Lives” Guests: Shaun Milano, Electrical Engineer; Kevin Sears, Director; NETS Atlantic Union Description: Regardless of your past, you can be a positive change agent in your family, community and tribe. You’ll be inspired by Shaun Milano’s journey from alcoholism to sobriety and Kevin Sears’ story of leaving a life of crime to help communities. For further information contact: 978-368-8333 (Kevin Sears) or NETSAtlanticUnion.org

Title: “The Healing Power of Compassion” Guests: Judy Prince and Arnet Mathers Description: Can compassion improve health outcomes in your tribe? Learn practical lessons from Judy Prince’s amazing experience providing compassion care to AIDs victims in South Africa—and her translating that into action right here in North America. For further information contact: [email protected]; or [email protected]

Title: "Education Opens Doors" Guests: Barbara Umbro, Grade School Teacher; and Glenn Holland, Pastor for Community Ministries, Portland, Maine Description: After an initial segment about teaching children health principles, Glenn Holland relates how the "Jobs for Life" community program can help tribal members and community members alike gain work skills-and job opportunities. For further information contact: www.JobsforLife.org

Title: “Planet in Distress” Guest: Scott Christiansen; Author of “Planet in Distress” Description: First Nation peoples have been talking about the degradation for of the world’s environment for decades. Learn some of the latest, most chilling data from author Scott Christiansen. For More Information Contact: https://planetindistress.com/

Title: “Journey to Wholeness” Guests: Chef Eddy Travis and Angeline David DrPH, MHS, RDN; Director, Health Ministries, North American Division of Seventh-day Adventists Description: If you or your loved ones are dealing with addictions, there is hope and help for you through the “Journey to Wholeness.” Chef Eddy Travis shares his own journey of transformation as he explains this new program for your community. For More Information Contact: www.adventistrecovery.org or 301.680.6733

Title: “Body, Mind, and Spirit” (Encore) Guests: Manuel Alva, MD, Gastroenterologist; Melvin Brazil-Geyshick (Ojibwe), Outreach Coordinator; Neil Nedley, MD, President, Nedley Health Solutions Description: Today’s show deals with physical health from a gastroenterologist, spiritual health presented by a First Nations outreach coordinator and mental health conveyed by Neil Nedley MD, founder of a community-based mental health program. Refer listeners to: Melvin Brazil-Geyshick at [email protected] or 208-568-0824; Dr. Neil Nedley at www.nedleyhealthsolutions.com or 580-226-8007.

Title: "More Than Our Genes" Guests: Risë Rafferty, Health Educator, Robert Hunsaker, MD, Cardiac Anesthesiologist; Ernestine Finley, Author and Speaker. Description: Although many Native Americans may be genetically predisposed to diseases like diabetes, a growing body of scientific evidence indicates we can change how our genes express themselves. This point is eloquently illustrated by Dr. DeRose's three guests on this week's show. Refer listeners to: www.lightbearers.org, 541-988-3333, or [email protected] (Risë); www.pacificpress.com (Finley’s Natural Lifestyle Cooking book)

Title: “Changing Lives, Changing Nations” Guests: Patricia Humphrey, Editor, and Jim Landelius, Circulation Manager, American Indian Living Magazine; Lemuel Vega, Director, Christmas Behind Bars; Al Navarro, Planned Giving Director, Hope Channel Description: Today’s show first focuses on American Indian Living magazine, discussing subsidized ways to bring its healing message to your community. The program continues with the amazing story of Lemuel Vega, rescued from a life of drugs and crime. Refer listeners to: [email protected], www.ailorders.com; ChristmasBehindBars.org (888-536-8342); www.hopetv.org [Navarro]

Title: “Teaching and Healing” (Encore) Guests: Barbara Willis, Holbrook Indian School; Eric Flickinger, It Is Written; and Ron Cook, Broken Chains for Humanity Description: Gain insights into the power of education to impact whole person health from individuals working in settings as diverse as clinics for indigenous Guatemalans in Central America and schools for Native Youth in Arizona. Refer listeners to: www.hissda.org, [email protected] or 928-524-6845 (Holbrook school); ItIsWritten.com; or Bc4humanity.com

Title: “End Times Health War” Guest: Steve Wohlberg, Speaker/Director, White Horse Media Description: Steve Wohlberg shares true stories of hope and healing as he describes the power of natural remedies in combatting a host of diseases. For Further Information Contact: www.whitehorsemedia.com or 1-800-78-BIBLE

Title: “Healing Native Alaskan Communities” Guests: Wanda Iya, Patient Hostel Attendant, Nome, AK formerly Community Health Aide in Savoonga, St. Lawrence Island, AK; Reva Boolowon (St. Lawrence Yupick), from Gambell and Nome, AK. Description: Native Alaskans Wanda Iya and Reva Boolowon share insights stemming from their moves from indigenous Alaskan villages to Nome. You’ll be surprised by the health implications of their moves—and the lessons for each us.

Title: “Life Goals for Total Health” Guest: Adam Witty, Founder and CEO of Advantage Media Group, (http://advantagefamily.com/), The Business Growth Publisher™ Description: Adam Witty shares the importance of setting goals in order to optimize your health: physically, mentally, socially, and emotionally. You’ll not want to miss his practical life-changing suggestions and engaging stories. Refer listeners to: www.advantagefamily.com or www.adamwitty.com

Title: "All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten” (Encore) Guest: Victor DeRose, College Student Description: Over 25 years ago, Robert Fulghum penned his best-selling book, “All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten.” Today’s show explores the power of Fulghum’s principles—and their connection with Native wisdom. Refer listeners to: http://www.robertfulghum.com/

Title: “Keys to Optimal Mental Health” Guest: Magna Parks-Porterfield, PhD, Counselling Psychology (Ohio State University); Author of “Keys to Optimal Mental Health” Description: Psychologist Dr. Magna Parks-Porterfield shares natural strategies to improve brain health including how past trauma can be channeled into mental health improvement. For Further Information Contact: [email protected] or www.bingoodhealth.com

Title: “Natural Remedies—A Doctor’s Orders” Guest: Mark Sandoval, MD; President, Uchee Pines Institute Description: Mark Sandoval, MD, discusses natural remedies for diabetes, high blood pressure and other disorders. For Further Information Contact: 877-ucheepines or www.Ucheepines.org

Title: “Be the CEO of Your Own Life” Guest: William S. Wooditch; CEO and President of The Wooditch Group; Founder of Think Next, Act Now! Learning Forum; author of “Always Forward!” Description: Bill Wooditch rose from humble origins to become CEO of two corporations. Learn, from his experience, to better manage your own life—and thus make the most lasting contributions to your family, your tribe, and the world. For further information contact: www.BillWooditch.com

Title: “Financial Health—Planning and Protection” Guests: Hillel Presser, Esq, The Presser Law Firm, P.A.; and Mickie Douglas, Regional Public Affairs Specialist, Social Security Administration Description: Regardless of our age, financial experts tell us to give attention to asset protection. Each of us should also know our Social Security benefit status. Today’s show addresses these two key financial health dimensions. For Further Information Contact: www.assetprotectionattorneys.com (Presser); www.socialsecurity.gov or 1-800-772-1213 (Douglas)

Title: “A New Life in Two Weeks” Guests: Jean Upton, RN and Darren Kelly Description: Natural remedies can have a powerful health impact. Learn firsthand of their benefits from attendees at Uchee Pines’ 17-day intensive program. For Further Information Contact: 877-ucheepines or www.Ucheepines.org

Guests: Paula Eakins, MS, Nutrition, and Curtis Eakins, ND, Co-directors of Health Seminars Unlimited Title: “Life-Changing, Good-Tasting Nutrition” Description: Proper nutrition can be fun—and good tasting! Dr. DeRose is joined by the popular TV team of Curtis and Paula Eakins as they share lively insights into using diet to address disease. For Further Information Contact: www.abundantlivingtv.org or 256-859-1982

Title: “Uchee Pines, A Place for Healing” Description: Uchee Pines institute has been using natural remedies to change lives for four decades. Learn the amazing history behind Uchee Pines—as well as health secrets from Calvin Thrash III, son of the institution’s founders. For Further Information Contact: 877-ucheepines or www.Ucheepines.org

Title: “Harnessing Horses for Mental Health” Guest: Dené Mitchell, MPH, CCRP, Adjunct Professor, Arcadia University Description: Children as well as adults can suffer from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). This week's show features a promising new approach using horses (equine therapy) to impact this current mental health epidemic. Refer Listeners to: [email protected] or www.SebastianRiding.org

Title: Prescriptions for a Healthy Business Guest: Jaynie L. Smith, President, Smart Advantage Inc., and author of “Creating Competitive Advantage” and “Relevant Selling” Description: Many businesses fail to achieve their optimal potential because they don’t understand what their customers/clients really want. Jaynie Smith shares practical insights to help businesses of any size thrive in today’s competitive marketplace. Refer Listeners to: www.smartadvantage.com

Title: “A Journey to Black Hills Health and Education Center” Guest: Dan Gabbert, Mental and Spiritual Health Coach; Black Hills Health and Education Center, South Dakota Description: Dan Gabbert shares his own journey from an aimless young man with poor health to a dynamic health coach making a difference in the heart of Indian Country. Refer listeners to: www.BHHEC.org 605-255-4101

Title: The “Intelligent Design” Debate Guest: Stephen C. Meyer, PhD; Director, The Discovery Institute’s Center for Science and Culture in Seattle; Author, "Darwin’s Doubt" Description: Native Americans from many tribal backgrounds speak of a Creator. Dr. Stephen Meyer shares amazing, cutting-edge scientific evidence that suggests there was indeed an intelligent designer behind the things we observe in nature. For Further Information Contact: www.discovery.org; www.darwinsdoubt.com

Title: Finding “A New You” Guests: Jovannah Poor Bear Adams (Oglala Lakota), Vice Principal, Holbrook Indian School, with students: Adrian Wiles, Johanna Tso, and Shayla Tso Description: Holbrook Indian School has been promoting cultural awareness and development of indigenous skills for its student body. Learn how their “New You” initiative can make a difference in your home, community, or tribe. For Further Information Contact: www.hissda.org or call 928-524-6845

Title: Out of Your Comfort Zone Guests: Diana Fish, Director of Development, and Loren Fish, LCSW, Clinical Counselor; Holbrook Indian School Description: Loren and Diana Fish left successful careers and comfortable surroundings to make a difference in Indian Country. Learn how the principles that guided their journey can make a difference in your own life. For Further Information Contact: www.holbrookindianschool.org or call 928-524-6845

Title: Optimizing Senior Care Guest: Chris Orestis, CEO of Life Care Funding Description: Senior Care can be demanding—and expensive. Chris Orestis shares insights into practical, affordable strategies to help our elders receive the best care throughout their entire lifespan. Refer listeners to: 888-670-7773 or www.lifecarefunding.com

Title: Tobacco in Indian Country Guests: Eldon Kalemsa Jr (Hopi), Hopi Tobacco Program Coordinator; Matthew Madonna, retired President, American Cancer Society Southwest Division; Wayne Tormala, Chief, Bureau of Tobacco & Chronic Dz, AZ Dept Health Services Description: Discussions about tobacco often fail to recognize the unique role this powerful plant has had throughout history. This week’s show will help listeners better appreciate the sacred regard for tobacco throughout Indian Country as well as its health concerns. Refer Listeners to: 1-800-QUIT-NOW or 1-602-364-0834 (Tormala)

Title: “Dangers from Smartphones and Tablets” (Encore) Guest: Gary Miliefsky, Cyber Security Expert, and CEO of SnoopWall, a cutting-edge counter-intelligence technology company. Description: Cyber-security expert, Gary Miliefsky shares simple things we all can do to protect our mental, financial and social health—even in a high-tech world that has rendered our lives and personal information less secure. Refer listeners to: www.snoopwall.com or consumer.snoopwall.com

Title: The Power of Little Things Guest: Bill Hoshall, Founder and Owner, Hoshall’s Spas and Salons Description: A young man with humble roots in Oklahoma finds his life changed by a series of “little things.” This week’s broadcast not only provides hope for your own life—but also provides an antidote for those who are prone to underestimate the power of their own influence. For Further Information See: www.hoshallsfolsom.com

Title: Arctic Environmental Health Guest: Rosemary Ahtuangaruak (Inupiaq), Physician’s Assistant, former Mayor of Nuiqsut, AK, and current Tribal Public and Environmental Health Think Tank member Description: Rosemary Ahtuangaruak (Inupiaq) shares environmental challenges and opportunities from one of the world’s most fragile ecosystems, the Arctic. For Further Information Contact: [email protected]; www.alaskawild.org; www.apha.org

Title: Hope for Parkinson’s Disease Guests: Orlo and Alma Ransom (St. Regis Mohawk Nation) Description: An encounter at NCAI 2015 leads to a life-changing journey for Orlo Ransom. Draw inspiration for your own “incurable” conditions as you learn how Orlo found hope and help for his Parkinson’s Disease. For Further Information Contact: www.biocarehospital.com; [email protected]; [email protected]; 1-800-701-7345

Title: Untapped Resources in Indian Country Guests: Edgar Ortega, Housing Specialist; Pedro Torres, Tribal Liaison/Soil Conservationist; and Rosa Singh, Farm Service Agency Specialist, US Department of Agriculture; and Victorio L. Shaw, Esq., Project Strategist, California Tribal College Description: In a final program recorded at NCAI 2015, Dr. DeRose first interviews experts from the United States Department of Agriculture who tell about a variety of ways the USDA can help Native farmers and others living in rural areas. The show concludes with an update on the new California Tribal College For Further Information Contact: www.usda.gov ; www.californiatribalcollege.com

Title: “Emergency Medicine in Alaska’s Back Country” Guests: Ryan Woehler, Medivac pilot and General Manager of KQQN 89.3 Nome AK and Mike Owens, Medivac Paramedic based in Nome, AK. Description: Join Dr. DeRose and his Nome-based guests for some amazing firsthand rescue stories from Alaska’s backcountry. Along the way you’ll gain pointers on keeping healthy even in extreme situations. Refer listeners to: N/A

Title: "Genetic Challenges for Native Alaskans" (Encore) Guest: Matt Hirschfeld, MD, PhD, Medical Director, Maternal Child Health Services Alaska Native Medical Center, Anchorage, AK Description: Scientists are learning how certain genetic differences prevalent among Native Alaskans may influence health in surprising ways. Don’t miss this amazing interview with a leading expert on Alaskan Native health issues. Refer listeners to: Matt Hirschfeld, MD, PhD Medical Director, Maternal Child Health Services Alaska Native Medical Center 907-729-1084 [email protected] www.anmc.org

Title: “The Intersection of Two Cultures” (Encore) Guest: Shoni Evans, Social Worker, Nome, Alaska Description: Shoni Evans, a social worker and licensed caregiver, shares the amazing story of how she and her husband have been making a difference in Alaska, providing foster care to over 300 native children. Refer listeners to: Shoni Evans at [email protected] or 907-304-1071.

Title: "A Call to Duty" Guests: Larry Romo, US Selective Service System; Crisamar Anunciado, PhD, Nurse practitioner; Earl Kapule (Native Hawaiian) Description: Sometimes “duty” sounds like an unwelcome word; however, doing our duty for our country, our tribe, and even ourselves can have profound benefits. This week’s guests call us to duty: to prevent diabetes, make healthy lifestyle choices, and enroll with the US Selective Service System (young men, 18 and 25 years old) Refer Listeners to: www.sss.gov; Crisamar’s blog on Facebook; [email protected];

Title: Healthy Communication, Healthy Communities Guests: Levi Rickert (Prairie Band, Potawatomie); David Hall, Center for Domestic Preparedness; Ken Denslow, SDA Church; Alma Ransom (St. Regis Mohawk) Description: Healthy communications are vital to optimal health of Native communities. Today’s show reveals how healthy living is fostered by healthy communications provided by: a native news service, a government agency providing training to tribes, a church fostering good health across Indian Country and an elder’s personal testimony. Refer listeners to: NativeNewsOnLine.net; cdp.dhs.gov

Throughout Indian Country health is being enhanced—as well as impaired—by lifestyle practices. Today’s show identifies some of the healthiest lifestyle choices—and provides insights into putting them to work in your own life.

Today’s show begins with financial planning experts sharing common pitfalls when it comes to giving to our posterity through our wills. The show concludes with guests sharing their joy by imparting the healing agencies of natural foods, music, and health education.

Dan Gabbert shares his own journey from an aimless young man with poor health to a dynamic health coach making a difference in the heart of Indian Country.

Health educator and author, Jim Brackett, shares how good tasting healthy foods impacted an entire nation. Lisa Quade completes the show with a segment on childhood education.

Denise Ellenwood (Port Gamble S'klallam) shares a personal journey of hope and inspiration. Her victories in the face of tribal suicides and personal lack of meaning and purpose resonate across Indian Country.

Gain insights into the power of education to impact whole person health from individuals working in settings as diverse as clinics for indigenous Guatemalans in Central America and schools for Native Youth in Arizona.