In Good Company Podcast: Age Better

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Where you connect to the voices shaping care for our elders or aging better. From neighbors to experts, these are the people supporting aging in your community. 

  1. 4d ago

    The Warrior's Journey: Part 2 with Kevin Weaver

    In Part 2 of our conversation with Kevin Weaver, Co-Founder and CEO of The Warrior’s Journey, we go deeper into the hidden challenges facing veterans, service members, and their families long after military service ends. Kevin unpacks groundbreaking research from The Warrior’s Journey that reveals isolation, not PTSD, as the number one contributor to invisible wounds. Together, we explore the complex realities of identity loss, moral injury, family strain, deployment and reintegration challenges, grief, hopelessness, and the struggle to find purpose after service. Through powerful stories from veterans he has personally helped, Kevin shares why connection, community, and meaningful relationships are often the most effective tools for healing. He also discusses the unique challenges aging veterans face, the importance of social connection in preventing suicide, and how organizations can work together to provide life-changing support. This episode is a moving reminder that healing begins when people feel seen, valued, and connected, and that no warrior should have to fight their battles alone. Topics covered in this episode: • The hidden impact of isolation and loneliness • Veteran identity and transition after service • Moral injury and unresolved trauma • Family dynamics, deployment, and reintegration • Suicide prevention and restoring hope • Aging veterans and social connection • Finding purpose, community, and belonging • How The Warrior’s Journey supports veterans and families This is Part 2 of a two-part series. Learn more about The Warrior’s Journey: https://thewarriorsjourney.org/ #Podcast #Veterans #Military #PTSD #MentalHealth #SuicidePrevention #VeteranSupport #Healing #TraumaRecovery #MoralInjury #MilitaryFamily #Purpose #Community #Resilience #VeteranMentalHealth #TheWarriorsJourney #KevinWeaver #Leadership #Connection #InGoodCompanyPodcast

    51 min

  2. 5d ago

    The Warrior's Journey: Part 1 with Kevin Weaver

    In Part 1 of this powerful two-part conversation, we sit down with Kevin Weaver, Co-Founder and CEO of The Warrior’s Journey, an organization dedicated to helping veterans, first responders, and their families navigate trauma, healing, and purpose after service. Kevin is a U.S. Air Force veteran and nationally recognized advocate for military resiliency and healing from invisible wounds. This episode dives deep into the unseen emotional battles many warriors face after returning home: isolation, identity loss, PTSD, family struggles, and the weight of carrying trauma in silence. Through raw stories and honest conversation, we explore why connection, brotherhood, and community are essential for healing. The Warrior’s Journey isn’t just about treatment — it’s about reminding people they are not alone. Topics covered in this episode: • Veteran mental health and trauma • PTSD and family impact • Warrior culture and identity • Building trust through shared experience • Why community matters in healing • Supporting veterans beyond service This is Part 1 of a two-part series. Learn more about The Warrior’s Journey: https://thewarriorsjourney.org/ #Podcast #Veterans #Military #PTSD #MentalHealth #Healing #VeteranSupport #FirstResponders #TraumaRecovery #WarriorMindset #Community #Brotherhood #Purpose #Leadership #Resilience #VeteranMentalHealth #TheWarriorsJourney #KevinWeaver #MilitaryFamily #InGoodCompanyPodcast

    56 min

  3. Jun 24

    Protecting the Vulnerable: Inside Missouri Healthcare Oversight

    What happens when families file health complaints to the state? In this episode, we sit down with Tracy Niekamp, Mike Fields, and Rebekah Stone from the Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services (DHSS) and Bureau of Home Care & Rehabilitative Standards to pull back the curtain on one of the most misunderstood areas of healthcare: patient protection and facility oversight. From nursing homes and hospitals to hospice care and long-term care facilities, these teams work behind the scenes every day investigating complaints, protecting vulnerable adults, and ensuring healthcare providers across Missouri meet critical safety standards. We discuss: • What actually happens when families file complaints • How investigations are prioritized • The realities of staffing shortages in healthcare • What surveyors look for during inspections • Why protecting vulnerable adults matters so deeply • What families should know when advocating for loved ones This conversation offers an honest, human look at the people responsible for safeguarding some of Missouri’s most vulnerable residents and the emotional weight that comes with that responsibility. Whether you work in healthcare, have a loved one in care, or simply want to better understand how patient safety is protected, this is a conversation worth hearing. #DHSS #Healthcare #PatientSafety #LongTermCare #HealthcarePodcast #MissouriHealthcare #SeniorCare #HealthcareLeadership #WalkToEndAlzheimers #NursingHomes #HospiceCare #HealthcareWorkers #PatientAdvocacy

    2h 10m

  4. Jun 24

    Repair Not Replace: Natural Joint Relief with Dr. Marc Pietropaoli

    In this episode of In Good Company, we sit down with Dr. Marc Pietropaoli, Founder & CEO of Victory In Motion, regenerative medicine pioneer, and fellowship-trained sports medicine orthopedic surgeon, for a powerful conversation about knee pain, arthritis, regenerative medicine, and why the future of orthopedics may be less about replacing joints — and more about helping the body repair itself. Dr. Pietropaoli shares the story that shaped his mission: as a medical student in 1991, he asked whether there was a way to repair a knee instead of replacing it. That question was dismissed at the time, but it eventually became the foundation for his work, his book Repair Not Replace, and his Knee Repair, NOT Knee Replacement™ approach. Together, we explore how the current health care system often focuses on symptoms instead of root causes, why patients are frequently rushed through short appointments, and how a more complete, proactive approach can change outcomes for people dealing with chronic joint pain. In this episode, we discuss: • Why knee pain and arthritis are affecting people earlier in life • The difference between treating symptoms and finding root causes • Why “time is the secret sauce” in patient care • How regenerative medicine may help people avoid or delay joint replacement • The role of inflammation, nutrition, strength, and movement in joint health • What people should know before choosing knee replacement surgery • Misleading claims in the regenerative medicine space • Why Dr. Pietropaoli believes the body’s ability to heal is more powerful than we often realize Dr. Pietropaoli also explains how his team uses a whole-person approach that may include imaging, regenerative therapies, PRP, bone marrow aspirate cells, laser therapy, nutrition, strength training, and physical therapy to help patients improve function and get back to the life they want. Whether you are dealing with knee pain, arthritis, joint problems, or simply want to better understand the future of proactive health care, this conversation offers hope, education, and a fresh perspective on what may be possible. Learn more about Dr. Marc Pietropaoli and Victory In Motion: https://victoryinmotion.com/marc-pietropaoli-md/ Find his book Repair Not Replace on Amazon. 🎧 Listen to more episodes of In Good Company wherever you get your podcasts. #Podcast #KneePain #Arthritis #RegenerativeMedicine #Orthopedics #KneeReplacement #JointPain #PRP #StemCells #RepairNotReplace #SportsMedicine #HealthyAging #FunctionalMedicine #Inflammation #Nutrition #PhysicalTherapy #Wellness #Healthcare #InGoodCompanyPodcast

    59 min

  5. Jun 17

    Your Food, Your Sleep, Your Future: How Diet, Fasting, Stress, and Rest Shape the Way We Age

    What does it really mean to age better? In this episode of In Good Company: Age Better, John Ray, Spencer Ernst, and Alex Wallace have a candid conversation about the daily habits that shape long-term health, from diet and intermittent fasting to exercise, sleep, stress, inflammation, and the struggle to stay consistent. The conversation moves beyond quick fixes and fad diets into the real-life wake-up calls that make health personal: injuries, weight changes, late-night snacking, screen time, anxiety, and the realization that what works for one person may not work for everyone. Along the way, the guys talk about OMAD, Mediterranean-style eating, carnivore and keto experiences, the importance of professional guidance, and why sleep may be the foundation that makes everything else possible. This is a candid, practical conversation about taking accountability before health problems force the issue, and why the best time to start aging better is today. #AgeBetter #InGoodCompany #HealthyAging #WellnessJourney #IntermittentFasting #BetterSleep #NutritionMatters #MentalWellness #Inflammation #HealthyHabits #Longevity #HealthAndWellness #StressManagement #DietAndLifestyle #LifestyleMedicine

    46 min

  6. Jun 10

    Your Plate is Your Fate: Part 2 with Dr. Steve Hughlett

    In Part 2 of our conversation with Dr. Steve Hughlett, we dive deeper into the modern food industry, regenerative farming, pharmaceutical influence, and the growing movement toward natural health and nutrition. Dr. Hughlett discusses how processed foods, marketing, and convenience culture have shaped the way Americans eat, and why many people are beginning to rethink where their food comes from. We also explore regenerative farming, nutrient quality, and the importance of reconnecting with real, whole foods. Throughout the episode, Dr. Hughlett shares passionate insights about: • Food industry influence on public health • Why many modern foods leave people constantly hungry • The importance of nutrient-dense eating • Regenerative farming and trusted food sourcing • How marketing shapes health decisions • Helping people reduce dependence on medications naturally We also discuss practical health habits that nearly everyone can begin implementing immediately: cutting sweetened beverages, reducing processed flour, prioritizing movement, improving sleep, and getting outside more consistently. This episode is a thought-provoking look at nutrition, personal responsibility, and the growing movement toward healthier living through sustainable lifestyle change. You can find Dr. Steve Hughlett online at drstevehughlett.com and listen to the Nutrition Prescription: Wellness vs. Medications podcast wherever podcasts are available. #podcast #Nutrition #RegenerativeFarming #MetabolicHealth #FoodAsMedicine #HealthyLifestyle #Wellness #NaturalHealth #WholeFoods #HealthPodcast #PreventativeHealth #FunctionalMedicine #NutritionEducation #HealthyChoices #LifestyleChange #ChronicDisease #Healthcare #DrSteveHughlett #NutritionPrescription #InGoodCompanyPodcast

    49 min

  7. Jun 3

    Your Plate is Your Fate: Part 1 with Dr. Steve Hughlett

    What if the biggest drivers of chronic disease aren’t genetics or aging, but the foods we’ve been told are “healthy” for decades? In Part 1 of our conversation with Dr. Steve Hughlett, a Doctor of Pharmacy with more than 34 years of healthcare experience, we explore his journey from traditional healthcare into the world of nutrition, metabolic health, and lifestyle medicine. Dr. Hughlett shares how years inside the medical system led him to question the relationship between food, chronic illness, and the growing dependence on medications. We discuss obesity, insulin resistance, processed foods, and why so many people feel trapped in unhealthy cycles despite following conventional advice. In this episode, we cover: • Why metabolic health matters • The connection between processed foods and chronic disease • How the healthcare system approaches prevention • The role of insulin resistance in modern illness • Why simple lifestyle changes can make a major impact • Walking, hydration, sleep, and sunlight as foundational health tools This conversation challenges many common assumptions about nutrition and wellness while offering practical ways to improve your health naturally. Learn more about Dr. Steve Hughlett, his book Your Plate Is Your Fate, and the Nutrition Prescription: Wellness vs. Medications podcast at drstevehughlett.com. #Podcast #HealthPodcast #MetabolicHealth #Nutrition #Wellness #HealthyLiving #LifestyleMedicine #InsulinResistance #WeightLoss #WholeFoods #PreventativeHealth #Healthcare #FoodAsMedicine #ChronicDisease #HealthEducation #WellnessJourney #DrSteveHughlett

    58 min

  8. May 27

    The Next Step Up From Organic with Little Farm Store Association: Rene Cleveland & Ryan Goolsby

    What if the problem with our food system isn’t a lack of food… but a lack of real nutrition? In this episode, we sit down with Ryan Goolsby & Rene Cleveland from the Little Farm Association to explore what’s really happening behind the scenes of modern food—and why more people are turning back to local farms. We dive into: Why “organic” doesn’t always mean what you think The difference between industrial, organic, and regenerative farming How our food system became focused on volume over nutrition The connection between soil health, food quality, and human health And how local food networks could be the future of healthier communities The Little Farm Association is building a different model, connecting consumers directly with local farmers through a simple online marketplace, bringing fresh, transparent, and locally produced food right to your doorstep. Instead of navigating multiple farms or limited farmers markets, members can access products from dozens of local producers, choose exactly what they want, and have it delivered—all while supporting small farms and keeping food dollars in their local community. If you’ve ever wondered: 👉 Where your food really comes from 👉 Whether “healthy food” is actually healthy 👉 Or how to start eating better without overcomplicating it This conversation is for you. 🥕 Learn More / Get Started 👉 https://littlefarm.store/ 🔔 Don’t forget Like, subscribe, and share with someone who cares about what they eat. #LocalFood #RegenerativeFarming #HealthyEating #FoodSystem #FarmToTable #SustainableLiving #Nutrition #SmallFarms #OrganicFood #FoodTransparency #EatLocal #FoodIsMedicine #Podcast #HealthAndWellness #SustainableAgriculture

    49 min
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