Behind the Bluff

Jeff Ford & Kendra Till
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Uncover best practices to participate in life on your terms. Every week, hosts Jeff Ford and Kendra Till guide listeners with short conversations on trending wellness topics and share interviews with passionate wellness professionals, our private club leaders, and additional subject matter experts offering valuable tips. Each episode conclusion includes Healthy Momentum, five minutes of inspiration to help you reflect and live differently. Subscribe now and discover the keys to living your greatest active lifestyle.   

  1. Are Your Hormones Holding You Back? | Dr. Harry Collins

    4 HRS AGO

    Are Your Hormones Holding You Back? | Dr. Harry Collins

    Ever been told your labs are “normal,” yet you still feel sluggish, foggy, and flat? We sit down with Dr. Harry Collins—OBGYN, age management physician, and retired Army lieutenant colonel—to unpack what optimal really means for energy, recovery, and long-term vitality. Harry shares the journey that led him from delivering babies to rebuilding his own health, then helping patients bridge the gap between average numbers and how they want to live. We dig into the differences between bioidentical hormones and older synthetics, explaining why structure matters and how tissues respond when molecules match what the body naturally makes. For women navigating menopause, we talk through estradiol, progesterone, testosterone, and the markers that confirm the transition. For men and women in their late 30s to 50s who train hard yet underperform, we explore why free testosterone and free T3 often tell the real story behind stalled progress and longer recovery. Treating the person, not the paper, becomes the through line. Metabolic health takes center stage as we connect hormone optimization to motivation, adherence, and visceral fat loss. We break down GLP-1 therapies, practical nutrition shifts, and why strength training is non-negotiable for health span. Harry also explains peptides like semorelin, why growth hormone requires patience, and how to build an approach that balances evidence, access, and cost. Along the way, you’ll hear candid advice on choosing the right provider, what to include in a comprehensive lab panel, and why periodic check-ins at six and twelve weeks help calibrate progress. We close with a simple definition of wellness: stay out of the ER and the nursing home, keep moving, and live fully on your terms. If you’re ready to replace guesswork with clarity—and “normal” with optimal—hit play and bring your questions. If this conversation sparks insight, subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a quick review so more curious listeners can find us.

    28 min
  2. How Teamwork Makes the Best Days On The Water | Adam Moody

    4 MAR

    How Teamwork Makes the Best Days On The Water | Adam Moody

    The perfect boating day rarely just “happens.” It’s built by people who notice the small things, plan for the big ones, and stay calm when the sky turns fast. We sit down with Marine Operations Manager Adam Moody—who started as a dockhand and worked every frontline role—to unpack the leadership, training, and culture that keep launches smooth and returns safe at a truly full-service marina. Adam shares the lessons he carried from the National Guard into waterfront operations: patience under uncertainty, teamwork as a default, and flexibility when plans flip at a moment’s notice. We break down the ecosystem of roles—dockhands who set the tone with spotless boats, forklift operators who think one lift at a time, dockmasters who bridge gaps—and how thoughtful hiring keeps the yard both welcoming and composed. From proactive weather checks to real-time route advice, from detailing certifications to captains leveling up with fly fishing courses, this is what operational excellence looks like when member experience comes first. We also get practical. Why the second forklift changes everything for uptime and safety. How a one-stop shop simplifies service, repairs, and adventures without sending members off property. How sharing your plans with the team unlocks better recommendations for fishing, food, and safer passages when the chop gets lively. And woven through it all is a reminder about wellness that sticks: the moments that matter—sandbars, hotel pools, chasing fiddler crabs—feel simple, but they last. Choose presence over performance now and then, and you’ll build memories worth keeping. If this conversation made you rethink what “seamless” really takes, tap follow, share it with a friend who loves the water, and leave a quick review to help others find the show.

    30 min
  3. Why High Performers Need Slow Practices To Thrive | Charlotte Hardwick

    25 FEB

    Why High Performers Need Slow Practices To Thrive | Charlotte Hardwick

    Feeling productive is easy; feeling present is harder. We sit down with Charlotte Hardwick—yoga teacher, holistic nutrition counselor, retreat leader, and founder of Flow and Nourish—to rethink wellness for people who run fast and care deeply. If your calendar is stacked and your nervous system is stuck in go mode, this conversation shows how slow, breath-led practices can become your most reliable performance tool. Charlotte unpacks the somatics of yoga—working with the body’s inner intelligence, fascia, and nervous system—to help high achievers drop tension without losing drive. We talk about why “ease” isn’t letting off the gas but composure under tension, and how simple movements linked to breath can unlock mobility, clarity, and better stress responses. She shares how she meets clients where they are, uses props and restorative shapes to make success feel good immediately, and builds routines that people actually repeat. We also dig into what many of us are truly malnourished in: time and connection. From retreat tables to home kitchens, Charlotte’s approach centers on realistic rituals that translate into daily life. You’ll hear practical strategies you can start today: a pen-and-paper time inventory to align energy with what matters, the “crowding out” method from integrative nutrition to add better choices instead of policing yourself, and five to fifteen minute breath-first sequences that regulate your system before work or bed. We also explore her workbook, Find A Way To Be Here, which bundles recipes, seasonal health, yoga for the nervous and lymphatic systems, meditations, and writing prompts so you can sustain momentum beyond a single class or retreat. If you’ve turned wellness into another competition, this is your reset. Learn how to build strength through rhythm—tension and release—so your body becomes an ally, your mind finds clarity, and your habits finally stick. Subscribe, share with a high-performing friend who needs a softer gear, and leave a review to tell us which small ritual you’re starting this week.

    38 min
  4. Building Community One Frame at a Time | Jeff Begola

    18 FEB

    Building Community One Frame at a Time | Jeff Begola

    What if a casual Thursday night could become the heartbeat of a neighborhood? We sit down with Jeff Bagola—the self-appointed commissioner of the Palmetto Bluff Bowling League—to trace how a simple idea grew into a 24-team tradition packed with personality, friendly rivalries, and real community. From flexible schedules and kickoff parties to a clever two-division format with relegation, Jeff shares the nuts and bolts that keep the lanes full and the energy high. We explore the league’s culture engine: custom jerseys, a lively fan base, and The Gutter Gazette, a weekly recap that turns strikes, splits, and side conversations into shared lore. Dues are reinvested into better pins, balls, shoes, and regular maintenance, while an Adopt-A-Highway stretch and a feature in The Bluff magazine add civic pride and visibility. The result is a ritual that people plan their week around—loud, joyful, and welcoming to every skill level. The conversation widens to wellness and the power of consistency. Drawing on Jeff’s military background and training habits, we unpack why discipline beats perfection, how accountability partners make workouts stick, and why choosing activities you actually enjoy is non-negotiable. The league becomes a living case study in social fitness: show up, keep score, tell stories, and let the ritual do its quiet work of connection. If you’re new to Palmetto Bluff or curious about getting involved, watch for registration in the Tidings email or visit the member site under Leagues and Activities. Enjoy the episode? Subscribe, share it with a neighbor who hasn’t heard the show yet, and leave a quick review to help more people find us.

    39 min
  5. Your Yard Is Not A Fast Food Joint For Wildlife | Aaron Palmieri

    11 FEB

    Your Yard Is Not A Fast Food Joint For Wildlife | Aaron Palmieri

    Step outside the front door and into a living network where every plant choice matters. We sit down with Aaron Palmeri from the Palmetto Bluff Conservancy to demystify what “native” really means for the Lowcountry and why local species outperform popular imports when it comes to feeding birds, sustaining pollinators, and keeping ecosystems resilient. If you’ve ever wondered whether a pretty shrub helps or hurts, this conversation gives you the clarity to choose well. We break down ecoregions in plain terms and share how herbarium records and range maps verify what truly belongs from Wilmington to Jacksonville. From there, we trace the chain of co‑evolution: how caterpillars rely on specific host plants, why 96% of songbirds depend on those caterpillars, and how nectar, fruit, and structure fit together across the seasons. You’ll hear stark examples like nandina’s cyanide-laced berries harming cedar waxwings, and how Chinese tallow spreads to crowd out high‑value natives—proving that what’s “low maintenance” on paper can be costly for wildlife. The practical guidance is simple and doable. Start with one bed. Ask your landscaper for natives. Choose heavy hitters: oaks, willows, and Prunus for trees; blueberries, blackberries, and native roses for shrubs; goldenrod, native sunflowers, and boneset for wildflowers. Prefer evergreen structure? Yaupon holly and wax myrtle shape beautifully and stay green year‑round. We also share how to find vetted lists, local plant sales, and trusted nurseries so you can swap invasive look‑alikes for native workhorses without sacrificing curb appeal. We close with a wellness reflection that ties it all together: seasonal eating and being a reliable base for each other—steady, present, and consistent. Ready to turn your yard into habitat that looks great and does good? Listen now, subscribe for more nature‑forward wellness, and share the first plant you’ll swap this season.

    26 min
  6. Train for the Life You Want to Keep Living

    4 FEB

    Train for the Life You Want to Keep Living

    A six-pack, a stress fracture, and a complete reframe. We mark our 100th milestone by unpacking Jeff’s three eras of wellness—how a quest for appearance morphed into performance and finally matured into longevity and capacity you can sustain for decades. We start with the honest stuff: teenage ab routines, calorie diaries, bodybuilding splits, and the belief that soreness equals success. Then the story accelerates into endurance and functional fitness—fast 5Ks, marathons, Ironman, and the powerful pull of CrossFit community. Alongside the training, Jeff deepens his craft with behavior change coaching, learning how habits and relationships make results stick. The turning point arrives with injury and a hard truth: constant intensity narrows life, and recovery is the engine of adaptation, not an optional add-on. Today, the focus is training for the life you want to keep living. We break down mobility and breath work as daily anchors, intelligent intervals that respect your joints, and foundational strength patterns—hinge, squat, push, pull, carry, rotate—that bulletproof real-world movement. We share how community multiplies consistency, why ego quietly sabotages progress, and how to design classes and personal routines that balance effort with recovery. You’ll hear favorite definitions of wellness from past guests, reinforcing a whole-person view that values mental, emotional, and relational health alongside the physical. If you’ve ever confused sweat with success or felt stuck between doing more and getting better, this conversation offers a clearer path: intentional training, smart recovery, and habits that grow with you. Subscribe, share this milestone episode with a friend who’s rethinking their routine, and leave a review to tell us which era you’re in—and where you want to go next.

    43 min
  7. How Functional Breathing Helps You Move Smarter | Tiger Bye

    28 JAN

    How Functional Breathing Helps You Move Smarter | Tiger Bye

    We explore how functional breathing—light, slow, deep nasal breaths at rest—improves energy, stability, sleep, and confidence, and how simple breath training supports aging well. Tiger Bye shares research-backed tools that translate from the gym to daily life and help turn reactivity into choice. • Defining functional breathing versus breath work • Why nasal breathing conserves energy and calms the nervous system • Diaphragm recruitment for spinal stability and movement confidence • VO2 max, longevity, and breath training carryover • Simple starting drills for walks, lifting, and sleep • Building CO2 tolerance without fear of air hunger • Using breath to shift from reacting to responding If you are a member of Palmetto Bluff Club, look out on Tidings and in our fitness and wellness newsletter for announcements regarding the workshops that Tiger will be hosting in the near future

    37 min
  8. Decoding The 2026 Federal Nutrition Guidelines | Lindsay Ford

    21 JAN

    Decoding The 2026 Federal Nutrition Guidelines | Lindsay Ford

    We unpack the 2026 Federal Nutrition Guidelines with registered dietitian Lindsay Ford, translating the new visual into practical steps for energy, health, and performance. We focus on protein needs, carb quality, and habits that make consistency possible. • history from pyramid to MyPlate to the new visual • what actually changed and what stayed the same • who the guidelines are for and how schools apply them • dairy shifts and the missing clarity on alcohol and sugar • updated protein targets for adults and why they matter • how to calculate your daily protein range with examples • whole grains versus refined carbs and why quality counts • myth checking on carbs, saturated fat, breakfast, and sugar • simple starting steps and the role of consistency • practical tips for cooking at home and building momentum If you ever have additional questions, you can email Lindsay Ford at lindsay@permissiontoeat.com or feel free to sign up for a one-on-one consultation to get a more individual approach to your nutrition moving forward.

    25 min
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Uncover best practices to participate in life on your terms. Every week, hosts Jeff Ford and Kendra Till guide listeners with short conversations on trending wellness topics and share interviews with passionate wellness professionals, our private club leaders, and additional subject matter experts offering valuable tips. Each episode conclusion includes Healthy Momentum, five minutes of inspiration to help you reflect and live differently. Subscribe now and discover the keys to living your greatest active lifestyle.   

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  • Creator
    Jeff Ford & Kendra Till
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    109
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Behind the Bluff
  • Show Website
    Behind the Bluff

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