Resonate | Conversations & Life Lessons from Rancho La Puerta

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This is Resonate: Conversations and Life Lessons from Rancho La Puerta, hosted by Barry Shingle. Join us on a journey to our world-famous wellness resort and spa, built on four thousand beautiful acres in northern Baja, Mexico.  In each episode, we’ll explore heart-centered thoughts on well-being and life from our expert presenters whose core message aligns with our motto at Rancho La Puerta: “Siempre Mejor,”—Always Better. Open the door to a new way of being, and find what resonates with you.

  1. 56. Keith Macpherson on Music, Mindfulness, and the Present Moment

    5d ago

    56. Keith Macpherson on Music, Mindfulness, and the Present Moment

    Make sure to mention the code PODCAST when making your next reservation and enjoy 15% off on new bookings for 7-night stays in 2026. Applicable towards new reservations only. Not combinable with other offers. On space-available basis. Some restrictions and blackout dates apply. Booking must be made by December 27, 2026. Can Music Bring You Back to Yourself? Welcome to Resonate, conversations and life lessons from Rancho La Puerta. In this thoughtful episode, Barry is joined by Keith Macpherson, a musician, author, coach, and mindfulness teacher whose path has taken him from a seventh-grade school assembly to Canadian Idol, world travels, and wellness workshops across cultures. Keith shares how music first opened the door to self-expression and later became a powerful bridge into mindfulness, healing, and presence. Together, Barry and Keith explore the deeper connection between music and mindfulness, including how a single song can help us slow down, process emotion, reconnect with memory, and listen more deeply to ourselves. Keith also shares the five principles from his book, Making Sense of Mindfulness, touching on inner dreaming, exposing the saboteur, opening the mind, becoming mindfully aware, and the power of the words “I am.” This episode is a gentle reminder that mindfulness is not a buzzword or an escape. It is a daily practice, a choice, and a return to the essence of who we are. Whether through breath, music, intention, or kindness toward ourselves, Keith invites us to start small, listen closely, and come back to the present moment with compassion. Resources: Keith MacphersonMaking Sense of MindfulnessMaking Sense of Mindfulness Online ProgramKeith Macpherson Daily IntentionsLet’s Connect Podcast To learn more about our wonderful presenters and exciting weeks coming up at the ranch, go to RanchoLaPuerta.com and check out our events calendar. Mention the podcast when making your reservation to take advantage of a special offer. Some restrictions may apply. Produced by NOVA

    47 min
  2. 55. Jazz Week and the Healing Power of Music

    May 25

    55. Jazz Week and the Healing Power of Music

    Make sure to mention the code PODCAST when making your next reservation and enjoy 15% off on new bookings for 7-night stays in 2026. Applicable towards new reservations only. Not combinable with other offers. On space-available basis. Some restrictions and blackout dates apply. Booking must be made by December 27, 2026. What if music, movement, and healing were all part of the same rhythm? In this soulful episode of Resonate, we’re joined by Brinae Ali, a tap dancer, vocalist, choreographer, educator, and interdisciplinary artist whose work lives at the intersection of jazz, movement, history, and healing. Brinae shares how growing up in an artistic household in Flint, Michigan shaped her path, why a college political science class deepened her calling as an artist, and how music can become a form of medicine when it reaches the body, the emotions, and the spirit. Together, we explore the democratic language of jazz, the healing power of vibration, and Brinae’s commitment to preserving the legacy of legendary tap dancer Baby Laurence through archival research, performance, choreography, and education. She also reflects on community as a wellness practice, the importance of collaboration for a sustainable creative life, and the rituals that help her stay centered while moving through a full life of performance, teaching, parenting, and creating. Join us for an inspiring conversation about lineage, joy, artistry, and the rhythms that carry us back to ourselves. Resources: Jazz Week 2026 at Rancho La PuertaBrinae Ali on InstagramBaby Laurence Legacy Project at Jacob’s Pillow To learn more about our wonderful presenters and exciting weeks coming up at the ranch, go to RanchoLaPuerta.com and check out our events calendar. Mention the podcast when making your reservation to take advantage of a special offer. Some restrictions may apply. Produced by NOVA

    33 min
  3. 54. Family Week at Rancho La Puerta: Connection Across Generations

    May 11

    54. Family Week at Rancho La Puerta: Connection Across Generations

    Make sure to mention the code PODCAST when making your next reservation and enjoy 15% off on new bookings for 7-night stays in 2026. Applicable towards new reservations only. Not combinable with other offers. On space-available basis. Some restrictions and blackout dates apply. Booking must be made by December 27, 2026. What makes Family Week at Rancho La Puerta feel so magical? In this lively episode of Resonate, Barry gives us a special preview of the 15th Annual Family Week by speaking with four of the presenters bringing their gifts to The Ranch this summer. Chess teacher Alex Freuman shares why chess is more than a game, offering a place for patience, strategy, critical thinking, and connection across generations. BollyPop creator Aakansha Maheshwari invites us into the joy of movement, blending Indian dance, pop music, and global rhythms into classes that help people de-stress, have fun, and spread happiness. Chef Vivian Mercado takes us inside La Cocina Que Canta and the organic garden, sharing her love for feeding the next generation with healthy, creative, kid-friendly food. She also reflects on the special energy children bring to The Ranch and the lasting relationships built through Family Week. Finally, circus artist, auctioneer, former police officer, and animal sanctuary founder Matt Roben talks about a life full of unexpected chapters, and why juggling, balancing, acrobatics, and play can bring kids, parents, and grandparents together. From chess boards and dance floors to garden-fresh meals and circus fun, this episode is a celebration of curiosity, connection, and the joy of learning together as a family. Resources: Rancho La Puerta Family WeekRancho La Puerta Events CalendarChef Vivian MercadoBollyPopBollyPop on Instagram Rockland County Chess ClubAlex Freuman at Rancho La PuertaMatt Roben To learn more about our wonderful presenters and exciting weeks coming up at the ranch, go to RanchoLaPuerta.com and check out our events calendar. Mention the podcast when making your reservation to take advantage of a special offer. Some restrictions may apply. Produced by NOVA

    40 min

  4. Apr 27

    53. How Steve Sando Made Heirloom Beans Irresistible

    Make sure to mention the code PODCAST when making your next reservation and enjoy 15% off on new bookings for 7-night stays in 2026. Applicable towards new reservations only. Not combinable with other offers. On space-available basis. Some restrictions and blackout dates apply. Booking must be made by December 27, 2026. How One Pot of Beans Became a Movement. In this rich and surprising episode, Barry sits down with Steve Sando, founder of Rancho Gordo, to explore how a love of gardening, flavor, and authenticity turned heirloom beans into a national obsession. Steve reflects on his winding path from fashion, jazz radio, and publishing to building a beloved food company rooted in biodiversity, community, and taste. Along the way, he shares why beans deserve more respect, how heirloom varieties preserve culture and regional history, and what he’s learned from working with small farmers in California and Mexico. This episode is part food story, part business story, and part invitation to slow down, cook simply, and rediscover the beauty of something as humble as a pot of beans. Resources: Rancho Gordo WebsiteFollow Rancho Gordo on InstagramRead The Bean Book To learn more about our wonderful presenters and exciting weeks coming up at the ranch, go to RanchoLaPuerta.com and check out our events calendar. Mention the podcast when making your reservation to take advantage of a special offer. Some restrictions may apply. Produced by NOVA

    39 min
  5. 52. In Your Own Skin: The Freedom of Being Fully Seen

    Apr 13

    52. In Your Own Skin: The Freedom of Being Fully Seen

    Make sure to mention the code PODCAST when making your next reservation and enjoy 15% off on new bookings for 7-night stays in 2026. Applicable towards new reservations only. Not combinable with other offers. On space-available basis. Some restrictions and blackout dates apply. Booking must be made by December 27, 2026. What’s True of You, But Not Obvious to Strangers? In this powerful episode of Resonate, Barry sits down with artist, art therapist, author, and filmmaker Katheryn Trenshaw to explore the healing power of authenticity. Katheryn shares the story behind her global multimedia project In Your Own Skin, which invites people to answer one profound question: what is true of you, but not obvious to strangers? From somatic therapy and mask-making to giant photographic portraits and documentary filmmaking, Katheryn reveals how creativity can help people release shame, embrace vulnerability, and reconnect with themselves and others. She reflects on the silent retreat that inspired the project, the extraordinary people she met across 35 countries, and the personal health crisis that deepened the film’s emotional arc. This episode is a moving reminder that we are far more alike than we realize, that human connection begins where judgment ends, and that sometimes the bravest thing we can do is let ourselves be fully seen. Resources: In Your Own Skin projectKatheryn Trenshaw official websiteIn Your Own Skin bookKatheryn Trenshaw on Instagram: @katheryn_trenshaw To learn more about our wonderful presenters and exciting weeks coming up at the ranch, go to RanchoLaPuerta.com and check out our events calendar. Mention the podcast when making your reservation to take advantage of a special offer. Some restrictions may apply. Produced by NOVA

    48 min
  6. 51. Designing a Village for Wellness and Connection with Sarah Livia Brightwood

    Mar 30

    51. Designing a Village for Wellness and Connection with Sarah Livia Brightwood

    Make sure to mention the code PODCAST when making your next reservation and enjoy 15% off on new bookings for 7-night stays in 2026. Applicable towards new reservations only. Not combinable with other offers. On space-available basis. Some restrictions and blackout dates apply. Booking must be made by December 27, 2026. What if the principles of a wellness retreat could shape everyday life? In this episode of Resonate, Barry sits down with Sarah Livia Brightwood to explore the vision behind the Residences at Rancho La Puerta—a community designed around nature, connection, and intentional living. Raised at the ranch and trained in landscape architecture, Sarah shares how the land, gardens, and architecture were thoughtfully designed to support wellbeing. From organic farming and shared meals to hiking trails and vibrant community spaces, the residences extend the spirit of the ranch beyond a one-week visit into a lifelong wellness experience. Sarah and Barry reflect on the importance of community, purpose, and connection to nature—and how living in a place built around those values can transform daily life. Resources: Learn more about the Residences at Rancho La Puerta To learn more about our wonderful presenters and exciting weeks coming up at the ranch, go to RanchoLaPuerta.com and check out our events calendar. Mention the podcast when making your reservation to take advantage of a special offer. Some restrictions may apply. Produced by NOVA

    37 min
  7. 50. Nutrition Myths, Supplements, and What Really Matters for Your Health with Linda Illingworth

    Mar 16

    50. Nutrition Myths, Supplements, and What Really Matters for Your Health with Linda Illingworth

    Make sure to mention the code PODCAST when making your next reservation and enjoy 15% off on new bookings for 7-night stays in 2026. Applicable towards new reservations only. Not combinable with other offers. On space-available basis. Some restrictions and blackout dates apply. Booking must be made by December 27, 2026. In this episode of Resonate, host Barry sits down with registered dietitian Linda Illingworth to cut through the noise of modern nutrition advice. With social media full of diet trends, supplement claims, and conflicting recommendations, Linda shares a practical, science-backed perspective on how to approach health and nutrition. From protein intake and muscle loss as we age to the truth behind popular supplements like creatine, NAD, turmeric, and melatonin, Linda explains what the research actually shows—and where lifestyle habits matter far more than the latest “hack.” She also dives into plant-based protein, post-workout nutrition, prostate health, alcohol consumption, and how to evaluate supplement quality. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the endless stream of health advice online, this conversation offers clarity, balance, and a reminder that sustainable habits often matter more than trends. Resources: Learn more at lifewellnessinstitute.comDiscover Linda’s work at nutritionmuse.comFollow Linda on Instagram: @nutrition_muse To learn more about our wonderful presenters and exciting weeks coming up at the ranch, go to RanchoLaPuerta.com and check out our events calendar. Mention the podcast when making your reservation to take advantage of a special offer. Some restrictions may apply. Produced by NOVA

    52 min
  8. 49. The Truth About Menopause with Dr. Shefali Patel

    Mar 2

    49. The Truth About Menopause with Dr. Shefali Patel

    Make sure to mention the code PODCAST when making your next reservation and enjoy 15% off on new bookings for 7-night stays in 2026. Applicable towards new reservations only. Not combinable with other offers. On space-available basis. Some restrictions and blackout dates apply. Booking must be made by December 27, 2026. Menopause isn’t just something to “get through.” It’s a major biological transition that affects sleep, mood, metabolism, bone health, libido, and long-term wellness. In this conversation, Barry sits down with Dr. Shefali Patel, board-certified OB-GYN and specialist in perimenopause, menopause, and hormone replacement therapy. She breaks down the difference between perimenopause and menopause, why symptoms can feel unpredictable, and how hormone therapy has evolved since the controversial 2002 study that reshaped public perception for nearly two decades. Dr. Patel explains what modern HRT looks like today, who may benefit most, and why timing matters. The discussion also explores midlife realities like weight gain, sleep disruption, bone density, and libido changes—along with practical tools women can use to support strength, longevity, and overall health. This episode reframes menopause as a new chapter—one that invites education, self-advocacy, and the opportunity to thrive. Resources: Learn more about Dr. Patel’s work at drshefalipatel.comFollow Dr. Shefali Patel on Instagram: @dr_shefalipatelThe Menopause Society To learn more about our wonderful presenters and exciting weeks coming up at the ranch, go to RanchoLaPuerta.com and check out our events calendar. Mention the podcast when making your reservation to take advantage of a special offer. Some restrictions may apply. Produced by NOVA

    50 min
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This is Resonate: Conversations and Life Lessons from Rancho La Puerta, hosted by Barry Shingle. Join us on a journey to our world-famous wellness resort and spa, built on four thousand beautiful acres in northern Baja, Mexico.  In each episode, we’ll explore heart-centered thoughts on well-being and life from our expert presenters whose core message aligns with our motto at Rancho La Puerta: “Siempre Mejor,”—Always Better. Open the door to a new way of being, and find what resonates with you.

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