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Stay Healthy Knoxville

by John-Mark Chesney

The Stay Healthy Knoxville podcast is for people in and around Knoxville, TN and the greater east TN area who want to live a healthy and fit lifestyle while enjoying all of Knoxville and having a whole lot of fun along the way. A majority of the episodes will be of health and fitness experts and business owners, who live and work here in Knoxville- the expert knowledge discussed will be a great asset and resource for Knoxvillian’s who want to take full advantage of the amazing health and fitness community that we have here locally and also for those who want to stay connected with amazing events and opportunities in and around Knoxville that help promote a healthy lifestyle.The podcast will give you instant and easy access to the latest local news, trends, and information to help you improve your health, fitness, and wellbeing right here in Knoxville.Stay Healthy Knoxville will cover a vast array of healthy living topics and opportunities for you and your family to participate in a

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Episodes

  1. SHK 44: What Does an Oral Surgeon Actually Do? | Beyond Wisdom Teeth with Dr. Josh Manuel

    What does an oral and maxillofacial surgeon actually do? Most people think of wisdom teeth—but that's only a small part of the story. In this episode of Stay Healthy Knoxville, Dr. John-Mark Chesney sits down with Dr. Josh Manuel of Knoxville Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery to explore the broad…

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  2. SHK 43: Treating Causes, Not Just Symptoms with Emily Turner + Randy Martin, Omni Functional Wellness

    The Power of Functional Medicine: Finding the Root Cause of Chronic Health Problems In this episode of Stay Healthy Knoxville, Dr. John-Mark Chesney sits down with Emily Turner, PA-C, and Randy Martin, PharmD, of Omni Functional Medicine to discuss a different approach to healthcare—one focused…

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  3. SHK- 042: The Truth About Aging, Fitness, and Staying Active for Life with Don Mather

    From Helping People Sit to Helping People Move In this episode of the Stay Healthy Knoxville podcast, Dr. John-Mark Chesney sits down with Don Mather, owner of Fit Body Boot Camp Farragut, to discuss his nearly 50-year journey in fitness, from competitive bodybuilding and fitness writing to…

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  4. SHK- 041: Meet Dr. Joseph Procopio- The Story Behind The Therapist

    In this episode of the Spotlight Series, we sit down with Joseph Procopio, PT, DPT, to explore the personal experiences that shaped his path into physical therapy and the philosophy he brings into patient care today. Joseph shares his own journey through a significant back injury, including being...

  5. SHK- 040: Meet Dr. Tommy Lane- The Story Behind The Therapist

    In this episode of the Spotlight Series, we sit down with Tommy Lane, PT, DPT, CNPT to learn more about his journey into physical therapy, the experiences that shaped his approach to care, and the leadership role he now serves in as Clinic Director at Simply Physio Topics discussed include…

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  6. SHK- 039: Meet Dr. Maddy Cline- The Story Behind The Therapist

    In this episode of the Spotlight Series, we sit down with Maddy Cline, PT, DPT, to learn more about her journey into physical therapy, the experiences that shaped her as a clinician, and her passion for helping patients feel seen, understood, and empowered throughout their recovery. Topics...

  7. SHK- 038: Meet Dr. Caleb White- The Story Behind The Therapist

    In this episode we sit down with Caleb White, PT, DPT, to learn more about his journey into physical therapy, the experiences that shaped him as a clinician, and the philosophy he brings into patient care every day. Topics discussed include: How Caleb first became interested in physical therapy...

  8. SHK- 037: From Nerves to Victory- Pro Pickleball tips with Chris Karges

    Meet Chris Karges, known as the Queen of Pickleball in East Tennessee. In this episode, Chris shares her journey into pickleball, how players can “level up” their game, and tips for overcoming nerves to perform their best. She also highlights what makes Premier Pickleball so special, offering...

  9. SHK-36- "Tech Neck" with Dr. Rasmus Dyhr

    On this episode I have the honor of talking with Dr. Rasmus Dyhr. Dr. Dyhr is a local Chiropractic Physician with a comprehensive wholistic clinic located in Lenoir City. Lenoir City Chiropractic Wellness Center On this episode we get to hear Dr. Dyhr’s personal story with his own journey into...

  10. SHK 35: ”Head and Neck Cancer” with Dr. Quinn Dunlap

    On this episode I have the honor of talking with Dr. Quinn Dunlap. Dr. Dunlap is a highly specialized and trained ENT physician, otolaryngologist trained in all aspects of ENT, however his passion and primary focus is the treatment of head and neck cancer. Dr. Dunlap works for Greater Knoxville…

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  11. SHK 33: ”Dental Management of Sleep Apnea and TMD” with Dr. Talia Nutting DDS

    I am excited to have Dr. Nutting joining us for this Stay Healthy Knoxville podcast episode. Dr. Nutting has a passion towards beautiful and long-lasting dental care with a state-of-the-art technology. Her services provide care and offer solutions for Sleep Apnea and Temporal Mandibular Disorder...

  12. SHK 34: ”Osteopathic Manipulative Therapy in Direct Primary Care Medicine” with Dr. Luke Howell

    On this episode I have the honor of talking with Dr. Luke Howell. Dr. Howell is a family medicine physician practicing at Pillar Primary Care. His medical training is in osteopathic medicine and we got to discuss the amazing blend of osteopathic care delivered in a direct primary care model. If…

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  13. SHK 32: ”Not Getting Good Rest? Overcoming Sleep Apnea” with Dr. Joe White

    I am excited to have Dr. Joseph White joining us for this Stay Healthy Knoxville podcast episode. Dr. Joseph White is an ENT (ear, nose and throat) physician in Knoxville, TN. He has had a successful medical journey and is an expert in helping people improve their sleep and treatments for sleep...

  14. SHK 31: ”Busting Fitness Myths” with Austin Gilbert

    Are you looking to lose weight or get fit? In this podcast, I sit down with Austin Gilbert, a NASM certified personal trainer, and discuss working out, getting fit and how he has become an expert in the field of fitness and personal training. He has worked at the Knoxville area Fitness Together,...

  15. SHK 30: ”Tips for Managing Rheumatoid Arthritis and Osteoarthritis” with Dr. Tonya Baker

    Do you suffer from arthritis? Whether acute or chronic, arthritis can put a damper on your day. In this podcast, I sit down with Dr. Baker, a physician specializing in the field of rheumatology, and discuss some pro tips for arthritis. Dr. Baker opened her own clinic, Rheumatologic, which is an...

  16. SHK 029: “Sinus Infections” with Dr. Stephen Wheless

    Do you suffer from Sinusitis (an inflammation, or swelling, of the tissue lining the sinuses)? Whether acute or chronic, sinusitis can put a damper on your day. In this podcast, I sit down with Dr. Stephen Wheless, an ENT (ear, nose & throat specialist), and discuss some pro tips for Sinusitis.…

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  17. SHK-28: ”Pro Tips for the Simple Athlete” with Dr. Kevin Sprouse

    Do you enjoy competing in activities such as tennis, pickleball, golf, hiking, road races and more? Here at Simply Physio, we like to call those that are active and health minded "The Simple Athlete." In this podcast, I sit down with Dr. Kevin Sprouse, owner of Podium Sports Medicine, and discuss...

  18. SHK 027: "Solving Hearing Loss" with Dr. Jameson Mattingly

    Hearing loss is quite common, can be very frustrating and often complicated. Approximately 15% of American adults over the age of 18 report some trouble hearing. Disabling levels of hearing loss affects 8.5 percent for adults aged 55 to 64, 25 percent of those aged 65 to 74, and 50 percent of…

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  19. SHK 026: "Breathing: Transform Your Health Through Breath Practices" with Zack Kramer

    Has the impact of covid-19 caught up to you? Dealing with the stresses of the last year can impact your mood, sleep and overall health. If you have experienced any of these symptoms, you're going to want to listen to this episode as I sit down with Zack Kramer, in the newest podcast episode of…

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  20. SHK 025: "Reclaim Your Gut and Digestive Health" with Emily Kopek

    Dr. John-Mark Chesney sits down with Emily Kopek from Restorative Functional Medicine to discuss ways you can help to turn around your gut and digestive health. If you have been suffering from chronic gut and digestive issues, listen here to find out: What is “Functional Medicine” What are the 4...

  21. SHK 024: "Solving TMJ and Jaw Pain" with Dr. John-Mark and Dr. Nathan Chesney

    John-Mark takes some time to sit down and talk with his brother, Dr. Nathan Chesney, D.D.S., from Chesney Family Dentistry. Among the topics covered, they discuss common causes, symptoms and best treatments for TMJ disorder. If you have been experiencing pain in your jaw, pressure or tension…

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  22. SHK 023: "Let's Play Pickleball" with Lee Martin

    Did you know that pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports in the US and Knoxville has exploded on the scene recently with courts being installed every where you look. Ultimately pickleball is a sport for all ages and you can get started rather quickly with enjoying the sport. I’m super...

  23. SHK 022: "Conquer Your Allergies" with Dr. Nick Panella

    Summer time is quickly wrapping up and that means fall is right around the corner. I love the fall, but one thing I don’t like is fall allergies. East Tennessee is one of the worst areas in the country for allergies. Ever wonder why- or better yet, what options you have to conquer your allergies…...

  24. SHK 021: "How To Get Your Best Night's Sleep and Improve Your ZZZ's" with Daryl Simmons

    How have you been sleeping? Have you ever wondered how you would feel in the day if you got a perfect night’s sleep, consistently every night? I’m super excited about having Daryl Simmons on the latest episode of Stay Healthy Knoxville. Daryl Simmons is a sleep expert and director of marketing at...

  25. SHK 018: "Sexual Wellness with Dr. Debra Durst"

    I had the pleasure of featuring Dr. Debra Durst of RevitalyzeMD on the latest episode of the Stay Healthy Knoxville Podcast. We had the opportunity to discuss the sexual changes that occur as men and women age and the solutions that are available to improve sexual function! It is an exciting and...

  26. SHK 020: “Stronger Bones” with Dee Matchet

    I’m super excited about having Dee Matchett on the latest episode of Stay Healthy Knoxviile. We had the opportunity to discuss how you can improve your bone health through osteogenic loading. It is an exciting and informative podcast highlighting the importance of keeping your bones strong and…

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  27. SHK 019: "A Physical Therapists Secrets To Solving Neck Pain And Headaches" with Dr. John-Mark Chesney

    For this months Stay Healthy Knoxville podcast- guess who was the special expert guest... me! (: People had been requesting to hear from me on the topic of lingering back pain and so I decided to take a short hiatus from our regular format and speak to this topic on Stay Healthy Knoxville. Be…

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  28. SHK 017: "A Physical Therapists Secrets To Solving Low Back Pain" with Dr. John-Mark Chesney

    For this months Stay Healthy Knoxville podcast- guess who was the special expert guest... me! (: People had been requesting to hear from me on the topic of lingering back pain and so I decided to take a short hiatus from our regular format and speak to this topic on Stay Healthy Knoxville. Be…

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  29. SHK 016: “Low Carb Diet, Keto Diet, and Intermittent Fasting” with Dr. Mark McColl

    Welcome to this month's podcast- I’m super thrilled to have Dr. Mark McColl, founder of Pillar Primary Care, as my guest. Dr. McColl has a reputation for being one of the best medical doctors in the region, someone that I have long admired, who’s patients always rave to me about his care, his...

  30. SHK 015: "Moving More Confidently" with Kris Evans

    I had the pleasure of having Kris Evans on the most recent episode of “Stay Healthy Knoxville”. Kris is a yoga instructor and massage therapist and community manager at Blue Ridge Yoga. She is an expert in movement and moving more confidently through yoga. I am very honored to have her here on…

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  31. SHK 014: “Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, and Stressful Life Changes” with Daniel Park and Nic Nicaud

    Episode #14: “Emotional Intelligence, empathy, and stressful life changes” with Daniel Park and Nic Nicaud Local emotional health and real estate experts Daniel Park and Nic Nicaud sit down with Dr. John-Mark to discuss how we can improve our emotional health at work, in the home, or even during...

  32. SHK 013: “Barre Fitness” with Katy Richardson

    Local health and exercise expert, Katy Richardson, sits down with Dr. John-Mark to discuss boutique fitness and why she started the company “Neighborhood Barre”. Katy founded Neighborhood Barre almost 8 years ago right here in Knoxville! Since then, they have grown to a network of 14 studios in 5...

  33. SHK 012: “Reversing Diabetes and Metabolic Disease” with Dr. Randy Pardue

    Episode #12: “Reversing Diabetes and Metabolic Disease” with Dr. Randy Pardue Local metabolic disease expert and family physician, Dr. Randy Pardue, sits down with Dr. John-Mark to discuss his growing concern over the high number and increasingly lower age of patients presenting with chronic...

  34. SHK 011: “Therapeutic Reflexology, Thermography, and Detoxification” with Carrie Wagner

    Episode #11: “Therapeutic Reflexology, Thermography, and Detoxification” with Carrie Wagner Local health expert, Carrie Wagner, sits down with Dr. John-Mark to discuss her unique outlook on restoring health through reflexology and detoxification. Carrie is owner of Knoxville Reflexology Group....

  35. SHK 010: "Take Control Of Your Tap Water" With Daniel Rochat

    Episode 10: "Why You Should Take Control Of Your Water" With Daniel Rochat Local water expert, Daniel Rochat sits down with Dr. John-Mark to discuss all things water. We discuss how the Knoxville area water is sourced, health concerns and contaminants in our water, and solutions to help improve...

  36. SHK 009: "Fitness After 40" with Andrew Henderson

    Episode 9: Fitness After 40 With Andrew Henderson Personal training guru Andrew Henderson sits down with Dr. John-Mark to discuss all things exercise the benefits and the benefits of personal training. We discuss what makes Fitness Together unique, the importance of nutrition, and how to keep...

  37. SHK 008: "Concierge Medicine, Women's Health, and Vaginal Rejuvenation" with Dr. Raye-Anne Ayo

    Family medicine and women’s health expert, Dr. Raye-Anne Ayo, sits down with Dr. John-Mark to discuss her hybrid family practice model, functional medicine, and women’s health- pelvic floor/ incontinence issues. Dr Ayo talks about how after having 3 children, she couldn’t do a jumping jack…

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  38. SHK 007: "Obstacle Course Racing and F3" with Chris "Tank" DeFranco

    Obstacle course racing expert and race organizer of Hardship Hill, Chris "Tank" DeFranco, sits down with Dr. John-Mark to discuss the local obstacle race coming up, Hardship Hill. The second half of the episode we discuss F3, the fitness organization that is sponsoring Hardship Hill. Are you...

  39. SHK 006: "Exercise Myths You Shouldn't Believe" with Ingrid Duncan

    Exercise expert and owner of Jazzercise Campbell Station, Ingrid Duncan, sits down with Dr. John-Mark to discuss all things exercise. Ingrid brings to the show her wealth of knowledge having been training all over the country and even training trainers. We even have our own "Myth Busters" segment...

  40. SHK 005: "Benefits Of Essential Oils" With Julie Callis

    Young Living Platinum leader, Julie Callis, sits down with Dr. John-Mark to discuss the benefits of essential oils in daily life. Julie talks about what inspired her to learn more about essential oils, the benefits for her and her family, and some of the misconceptions that people have about…

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  41. SHK 004: "Perfecting Your Smile" with Dr. Nathan Chesney DDS

    John-Mark takes some time to sit down and talk with his younger brother, Dr. Nathan Chesney, D.D.S., from Chesney Family Dentistry. Among the topics covered, they discuss what made Nathan go into dentistry, why John-Mark chose not to be a dentist, the basics of good dental care, and the benefits…

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  42. SHK 003: Pacceka Massage Meditations with Reggie White

    In this episode, John-Mark talks with Reggie White of Pacceka Massage Meditations. Reggie talks about the journey that led him to become a massage therapist and his spin on Massage Therapy that goes beyond physical relaxation. In This Episode, We Chat About: Reggie's Training and what he learned…

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  43. SHK 002: Trinity Direct Primary Care with Dr. Mark McColl

    On this episode, John-Mark sits down with Dr. Mark McColl to discuss a new take on an old concept: direct primary care. They discuss Mark's story, the basics of direct primary care, and how healthy living benefits your daily life and trips to the doctor. To find out more about Dr. McColl and his...

  44. SHK 001: What is Stay Healthy Knoxville?

    The Stay Healthy Knoxville podcast is for people in and around Knoxville, TN and the greater east TN area who want to live a healthy and fit lifestyle while enjoying all of Knoxville and having a whole lot of fun along the way. A majority of the episodes will be of health and fitness experts and...

About this show

The Stay Healthy Knoxville podcast is for people in and around Knoxville, TN and the greater east TN area who want to live a healthy and fit lifestyle while enjoying all of Knoxville and having a whole lot of fun along the way. A majority of the episodes will be of health and fitness experts and business owners, who live and work here in Knoxville- the expert knowledge discussed will be a great asset and resource for Knoxvillian’s who want to take full advantage of the amazing health and fitness community that we have here locally and also for those who want to stay connected with amazing events and opportunities in and around Knoxville that help promote a healthy lifestyle.The podcast will give you instant and easy access to the latest local news, trends, and information to help you improve your health, fitness, and wellbeing right here in Knoxville.Stay Healthy Knoxville will cover a vast array of healthy living topics and opportunities for you and your family to participate in a

Hosted by

John-Mark Chesney

Frequently asked questions

How many episodes does Stay Healthy Knoxville have?

Stay Healthy Knoxville has 44 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on September 23, 2025.

What is Stay Healthy Knoxville about?

The Stay Healthy Knoxville podcast is for people in and around Knoxville, TN and the greater east TN area who want to live a healthy and fit lifestyle while enjoying all of Knoxville and having a whole lot of fun along the way. A majority of the episodes will be of health and fitness experts and...

How often does Stay Healthy Knoxville release new episodes?

Stay Healthy Knoxville publishes about every 60 days, based on its 44 episodes since September 2018.

Who hosts Stay Healthy Knoxville?

Stay Healthy Knoxville is created and hosted by John-Mark Chesney.
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