Right Moves: A LiiNK Center for Healthy Play Podcast

LiiNK Center

The Right Moves Podcast, brought to you by TCU’s LiiNK Center for Healthy Play, features conversations regarding whole child and adult health. This podcast will focus on the current state of U.S. education systems, the health of our nation, and what the right moves are to develop wholeness again in all of us. Our goal is to highlight and discuss basic health principles that should never be violated and introduce evidence-based practices that work very well in the home, in the workplace, in schools, in the medical community, and other community-based support groups.

  1. The GLP1 Revolution: What to Know Now and a Glimpse into the Future

    1d ago

    The GLP1 Revolution: What to Know Now and a Glimpse into the Future

    While GLP1s have been around as a diabetes treatment for decades, they have taken center stage as a weight loss drug for the general population. Research didn’t stop there. Researchers have since learned that GLP1s target inflammation which means it has the potential to treat a number of issues including heart disease, kidney disease, arthritis, and maybe even addiction. Dr. Rhea brings back previous guest, Dr. Tim Church, to give us updates on all things GLP1, present and future. He shows us how revolutionary this drug really is and warns that we must be sure to treat mental wellness in conjunction with the medication if we want to see lasting results.Dr. Church, M.D., M.P.H, P.h.D, is one of the country’s leading clinical thought leaders in exercise and obesity research. As the author of more than 300 published clinical articles, Dr. Church has received numerous awards for his research in preventive health. He helps lead the development of the ⁠Wondr Health⁠ curriculum, which is inspired by his medical expertise. Specializing in business-to-business strategies, Dr. Church is an advocate for the employer and has a proven track record of empowering organizations through disease prevention to decrease health-care costs and inspire employees to be their best selves.

    26 min
  2. Sneak Peek into the 2026 Summer Medical Series

    Jun 3

    Sneak Peek into the 2026 Summer Medical Series

    We're excited to announce a special 2026 Summer Medical Series! Kicking off next week, we will be hosting a variety of medical professionals who are utilizing innovative whole health prevention and evidence-based treatment approaches to healthcare. If you are looking for ways to live a healthier life and better advocate for you and your loved ones, this is the series for you! Listen for a sneak peek of some of the guests we will be featuring.

    8 min
  3. How to Provide Effective Outdoor Science Lab Experiences for Elementary Aged Children

    May 20

    How to Provide Effective Outdoor Science Lab Experiences for Elementary Aged Children

    The 115+ acres of the Irma Lewis Outdoor Learning Center (ILOLC) in Seguin, Texas have provided educational and recreational opportunities to Seguin ISD students and local families for decades. Once the ILOLC was acquired by the school district in 2023, it was a game changer for what the district could do moving forward capitalizing on the amazing resources provided for their students. In this season finale, Dr. Rhea sits down with Seguin ISD’s Pete Silvius (Director of Whole Child Initiatives), Lesli Mahaffey (Koennecke Principal) and Stephanie DuBose (Koennecke 3rd Grade Teacher) to share how they each played a role in creating science lab opportunities in nature at the ILOLC. They knew that content would be learned better through the hands-on experiences, as well as the children were much more inquisitive and disciplined during these awesome opportunities. Pete Silvius is the Director of Whole Child Initiatives for Seguin ISD in Seguin, Texas. This is Pete’s 28th year working in public education.  He has a background in Physical Education and Special Education but his passion is Outdoor Education.  Pete is honored to work for Seguin ISD going on 23 years and is especially thankful for support of innovative programing including the LiiNK Project, Adventure School, The Irma Lewis Outdoor Learning Center, and Adventure Camp Summer Programs.   Stephanie DuBose is a 3rd-grade science and Social Studies teacher at Koennecke Elementary School in Seguin Independent School District with 15 years of experience in education. She is passionate about hands-on learning and supporting the whole child through meaningful classroom experiences. Stephanie also coordinates Seguin ISD Irma Lewis Outdoor Learning Center trips for students in grades 3 5 at her campus, helping connect learning beyond the classroom. Lesli Mahaffey is the principal of Koennecke Elementary in Seguin ISD. She was previously the literacy coordinator for Seguin ISD where she also led Texas Reading Academies, their Gifted and Talented programming, and their intervention program. She has a master's degree in curriculum and instruction and one in educational leadership.

    47 min
  4. “The Crucial Role of Recess In School” – American Academy of Pediatrics Updated Recess Policy Statement Just Dropped

    May 13

    “The Crucial Role of Recess In School” – American Academy of Pediatrics Updated Recess Policy Statement Just Dropped

    The American Academy of Pediatrics has officially released an updated recess policy statement. So what does this mean for parents, educators, and pediatricians? Dr. Rhea brings back co-authors of the statement, Drs. Robert Murray and Cathy Ramstetter, to share what is new in this statement compared to the 2013 statement, why these changes were made, and the vast library of evidence-based research that went into the updating process. This updated recess statement is vital to improving the health of our nation. You can read the full statement here: The Crucial Role of Recess in School: Policy Statement | Pediatrics | American Academy of Pediatrics

    34 min
  5. Synchronicity – People Are Put in Our Path for a Reason

    May 6

    Synchronicity – People Are Put in Our Path for a Reason

    When life gives you lemons… you did notice the lemons, right? Opportunities for connection are right under our noses every day with each stranger we pass in the store or sit next to on a flight. The only way for those opportunities to flourish is for us to be open-minded and seek them out. In this second part of a 2-part series on purpose and productivity, Dr. Rhea explores the concept of synchronicity in our everyday lives and how we must recognize the possibility in every person we meet if we want to reach our full potential and purpose in life. Your life’s path doesn’t have to be a straight line; you just have to know when it’s time to make a turn.

    24 min
  6. Self-Reflection – Who Do You Want To Be?

    Apr 29

    Self-Reflection – Who Do You Want To Be?

    Work, dinner, sleep, repeat… Is it Friday yet? It’s easy to get stuck in a negative mindset when you simply go through the motions of your day, especially if you find yourself in a role that doesn’t highlight your strengths or bring you joy. In this first part of a two-part series on purpose and productivity, Dr. Rhea walks us through a self-reflection exercise to see just how much our thoughts can impact our days, our weeks, and our lives. She discusses the importance of reflecting on each day and utilizing our natural character strengths to create a happier, more successful life. If you are unhappy with certain areas of your life, perhaps the change begins with you! Resources mentioned in this episode: VIA Survey of Character Strengths: Step 1 of 20 | Authentic Happiness (free to register)

    31 min
  7. Focusing on Primary Prevention Strategies in the Medical Field

    Apr 1

    Focusing on Primary Prevention Strategies in the Medical Field

    In healthcare, there are three levels of prevention in treatment – primary, secondary and tertiary – and the focus primarily leans towards tertiary prevention which involves managing diseases that are already present. While the need for tertiary prevention is certainly high, shouldn’t we also be addressing how these diseases came to be and preventing them at the primary level by addressing how to shift behaviors to include exercise, proper nutrition, taking breaks throughout the day outdoors to reboot the brain, and other lifestyle factors? Dr. Rhea brings back Dr. Hope Shepherd and Theresa Murphy, LCSW, to address this topic and share what they have implemented in their own work with patients and residency physicians to focus on primary prevention. This conversation is a strong reminder that whole health is a community effort. If we want to see a healthy community, we must all work together to provide primary prevention starting with children. Theresa Murphy is a Director of Family Medicine Behavioral Health, working directly with patients and training residency doctors. Receiving her degree from Saint Louis University, Theresa is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with interest in Behavioral Health Integration, Measurement-Based Care, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Informed care, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), and Health and Wellness.  Dr. Hope Shepherd is a Student Clerkship Director for a Family Medicine Residency Program. She attended medical school at UT Southwestern Medical School, followed by a residency at Methodist Health System Family Medicine Residency Program, and a Faculty Development Fellowship at the University of North Texas Health Science Center. Dr. Shepherd’s areas of interest include medical education, preventative medicine, community medicine, and HIV health care.

    35 min
  8. Healthcare Shouldn’t be an Algorithm: Using Primary Prevention to Treat the Whole Patient

    Mar 25

    Healthcare Shouldn’t be an Algorithm: Using Primary Prevention to Treat the Whole Patient

    It’s no secret that mental and physical health diseases are on the rise in the U.S., and most healthcare visits seem to focus on diagnoses and quick fixes usually through prescription drugs. Should we be shifting our focus? Dr. Rhea sits down with two practitioners who work primarily with residency programs, Dr. Hope Shepherd and Theresa Murphy, LCSW, to discuss how shifting the focus to primary prevention, such as exercise, spending time outdoors, and learning more about their patient’s lifestyles can help physicians better treat the whole health of their patients. Most importantly, they discuss the need to teach these approaches to their physician residents, barriers they face in making this shift, and remembering that healthcare should be more than just an algorithm. Theresa Murphy is a Director of Family Medicine Behavioral Health, working directly with patients and training residency doctors. Receiving her degree from Saint Louis University, Theresa is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with interest in Behavioral Health Integration, Measurement-Based Care, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Informed care, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), and Health and Wellness.  Dr. Hope Shepherd is a Student Clerkship Director for a Family Medicine Residency Program. She attended medical school at UT Southwestern Medical School, followed by a residency at Methodist Health System Family Medicine Residency Program, and a Faculty Development Fellowship at the University of North Texas Health Science Center. Dr. Shepherd’s areas of interest include medical education, preventative medicine, community medicine, and HIV health care.

    33 min
See All (99)

Trailer

Ratings & Reviews

5
out of 5
4 Ratings

About

The Right Moves Podcast, brought to you by TCU’s LiiNK Center for Healthy Play, features conversations regarding whole child and adult health. This podcast will focus on the current state of U.S. education systems, the health of our nation, and what the right moves are to develop wholeness again in all of us. Our goal is to highlight and discuss basic health principles that should never be violated and introduce evidence-based practices that work very well in the home, in the workplace, in schools, in the medical community, and other community-based support groups.

Information