BWell Saginaw ”Healthier Me” Podcast

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What does a healthier YOU look like -- inside and out? BWell Saginaw ”Healthier Me” podcast features real-life Saginaw (MI) County residents who are embarking on a personal journey to become healthier. Saginaw County holds the distinction as one of Michigan’s least healthy communities -- with 75% of residents identifying as either overweight or obese. BWell Saginaw is an initiative to move our community to one of Michigan’s Top 25 healthiest by envisioning what a healthier Saginaw looks like. ”Healthier Me” is intended to inspire each of us to see our healthiest self.

  1. 3D AGO

    No One is Coming to Save You: Healthier Me, S2, Ep 10, Teraiya McGee

    On this episode of Healthier Me, host Alexandria Rene sits down with Teraiya McGee, mom of two and creator of Strut Like a Woman.   After her second pregnancy, Teraiya faced the unexpected challenges of postpartum depression, including crying spells and overwhelming anxious thoughts. What began as simple walks to clear her mind slowly transformed into something much greater. Through therapy, self-reflection, and the healing power of movement, Teraiya created a community walking club designed to bring women, especially moms, together for connection, encouragement, and strength. In this conversation, she shares how prioritizing her mental health led to building a supportive space where women can move, heal, and grow together—one step at a time. Episode sponsor: Saginaw County Health Department. Learn more at https://www.saginawpublichealth.org/ Follow BWell Saginaw on Social Media! TikTok: @bwellsaginaw Instagram: @bwellsaginaw Facebook: @bwellsaginaw Host & Executive Producer Alexandria Rene Instagram/@msalexrene Executive Producer Melinda Shriner Producer  Editor: Josh Eckman Instagram /@j_cmedia

    51 min

  2. MAR 5

    Rescued in my Darkest Hour: Healthier Me S2, Ep9 TaRaea Haney-West

    On this episode of Healthier Me, host Alexandria Rene sits down with TaRaea Haney-West for a raw and powerful episode.  After more than 20 years lost in alcoholism, a devastating divorce, and the unimaginable heartbreak of losing her son to cancer, she believed there was nothing left to live for.   This is a story about hitting the lowest point imaginable and discovering that even there, hope can still find you.   Episode sponsor: Saginaw County Health Department. Learn more at https://www.saginawpublichealth.org/ Follow BWell Saginaw on Social Media! TikTok: @bwellsaginaw Instagram: @bwellsaginaw Facebook: @bwellsaginaw Host & Executive Producer Alexandria Rene Instagram/@msalexrene Executive Producer Melinda Shriner Producer  Editor: Josh Eckman Instagram /@j_cmedia

    55 min

  3. FEB 26

    Listening to the Warning Signs: Healthier Me S2, Ep8 Cathy Tafel

    On this episode of Healthier Me, host Alexandria Rene sits down with insurance agent, mother, and grandmother Cathy Tafel for a powerful conversation about trusting your instincts when it comes to your health. Cathy shares the pivotal moment she realized something wasn’t right and how that feeling led to a serious heart diagnosis that changed her life overnight. She opens up about the fear, uncertainty, and disruption that followed, as well as the strength it took to face recovery head-on.   Episode sponsor: MyMichigan Health Learn more at https://www.mymichigan.org/locations/profile/medical-center-saginaw/ Follow BWell Saginaw on Social Media! TikTok: @bwellsaginaw Instagram: @bwellsaginaw Facebook: @bwellsaginaw Host & Executive Producer Alexandria Rene Instagram/@msalexrene Executive Producer Melinda Shriner Producer  Editor: Josh Eckman Instagram /@j_cmedia

    46 min

  4. FEB 20

    Breaking Bad to Breaking News: Healthier Me S2, E7 Ryan Lee

    In this episode of Healthier Me, host Alexandria Rene interviews Ryan Lee, creator of Breaking News 989, as he shares his raw and inspiring story. Ryan opens up about his battle with addiction rooted in a rare genetic condition and the difficult road that followed. He speaks candidly about the turning points that changed his life and how he transformed his struggles into purpose. Today, Ryan has built a powerful platform that reaches hundreds of thousands of people daily, using his voice and experience to make an impact. Episode sponsor: Saginaw County Health Department. Learn more at https://www.saginawpublichealth.org/ Follow BWell Saginaw on Social Media! TikTok: @bwellsaginaw Instagram: @bwellsaginaw Facebook: @bwellsaginaw Host & Executive Producer Alexandria Rene Instagram/@msalexrene Executive Producer Melinda Shriner Producer  Editor: Josh Eckman Instagram /@j_cmedia

    46 min

  5. FEB 13

    Masked, Missed & Medically Uninsured: Healthier Me S2, Ep6 Michael Ingram

    In this episode of Healthier Me, host Alexandria Rene sits down with the Director of Behavioral Health at Great Lakes Bay Health Centers, Dr. Michael Ingram, to explore the rise of neurodivergence and why so many are only now receiving diagnoses for ADHD and autism. They discuss how symptoms are often missed earlier in life, the impact of late diagnosis, and the growing mental health gap facing individuals who are medically uninsured. This conversation sheds light on what these trends mean for individuals — and for society as a whole. Episode sponsor: Great Lakes Bay Health Centers.  Follow BWell Saginaw on Social Media! TikTok: @bwellsaginaw Instagram: @bwellsaginaw Facebook: @bwellsaginaw Host & Executive Producer Alexandria Rene Instagram/@msalexrene Executive Producer Melinda Shriner Producer  Editor: Josh Eckman Instagram /@j_cmedia

    52 min

  6. FEB 3

    Rejected by the System, Saved by Community: Healthier Me S2, Ep5 Indigo Connolly

    In this episode of Healthier Me, host Alexandria Rene sits down with singer, wife, and first-time mom Indigo Connolly, who shares her honest journey of seeking government assistance -- only to be told she didn't qualify. Like countless families across the U.S., she found herself caught between need and eligibility. Her story takes a hopeful turn as she reflects on the community that showed up when the system didn't.   Episode sponsor: Great Lakes Bay Health Centers.  Follow BWell Saginaw on Social Media! TikTok: @bwellsaginaw Instagram: @bwellsaginaw Facebook: @bwellsaginaw Host & Executive Producer Alexandria Rene Instagram/@msalexrene Executive Producer Melinda Shriner Producer Editor: Josh Eckman Instagram /@j_cmedia

    45 min

  7. JAN 30

    From Misdiagnosis to Meaning -- How Music and Medicine Saved My Mental Health: Healthier Me S2, Ep 4 Charles Allen

    In this episode, host Alexandria Rene sits down with Charles Allen, recording artist and songwriter who made waves on American Idol Season 12, advancing to the top 80 out of 100,000 contestants. Charles was misdiagnosed with bipolar depression. Since learning what his real diagnosis is, Charles is using his platform to bridge gaps in treatment, reduce stigma, and empower people to find balance. This episode includes discussion around depression and thoughts of self-harm. Listener discretion is advised. Episode sponsor: Saginaw County Health Department. Learn more at https://www.saginawpublichealth.org/ Follow BWell Saginaw on social media! TikTok: @bwellsaginaw Instagram: @bwellsaginaw Facebook: @bwellsaginaw

    1h 21m

  8. JAN 15

    He Needed a New Heart - Now He's Leading Men to Better Health: Healthier Me S2, Ep3 Dwayne Parker

    In this episode of Healthier Me, host Alexandria Rene sits down with Dwayne Parker, retired health care administrator, heart transplant survivor, and founder of Men's Health First. Dwayne opens up about the time leading up to his health struggles. Now, he is on a mission to encourage men to take their health seriously.  Episode sponsor: Saginaw Community Foundation. Learn more at https://www.saginawfoundation.org/ Follow BWell Saginaw on Social Media! TikTok: @bwellsaginaw Instagram: @bwellsaginaw Facebook: @bwellsaginaw Host & Executive Producer Alexandria Rene Instagram/@msalexrene Executive Producer Melinda Shriner Producer & Editor: Josh Eckman Instagram /@j_cmedia

    54 min
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What does a healthier YOU look like -- inside and out? BWell Saginaw ”Healthier Me” podcast features real-life Saginaw (MI) County residents who are embarking on a personal journey to become healthier. Saginaw County holds the distinction as one of Michigan’s least healthy communities -- with 75% of residents identifying as either overweight or obese. BWell Saginaw is an initiative to move our community to one of Michigan’s Top 25 healthiest by envisioning what a healthier Saginaw looks like. ”Healthier Me” is intended to inspire each of us to see our healthiest self.

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