The Wellness Conversation

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Welcome to The Wellness Conversation – an OhioHealth Podcast, with your hosts, Marcus Thorpe and Lindsey Gordon. Dive into the heart of health and wellness in Columbus and its surrounding regions. Our mission? Making it simple for you to discover the keys to a healthier life, right in your backyard.

  1. 2D AGO

    An Olympic Hopeful's Guide to Mental and Physical Strength

    What does it really take to achieve your biggest health goals — mentally and physically? In this inspiring episode, we sit down with local Olympian, Hannah Gaskins, who proves that greatness isn’t just for the podium. She shares the routines, mindset, and moments of self-doubt behind her journey — and how those same lessons can help you build strength, resilience, and confidence in your own life.

    27 min

  2. JAN 27

    Your Mental Wellness Checklist in 2026

    What if you could head into 2026 with a clear plan to prioritize your mental health? Here's a plan to protect your peace and feel more balanced -- no matter what life throws your way. We'll explore why women are feeling stretched way too thin, the problem with how we often treat stress and burnout as normal, and the payoff of setting realistic, intentional goals.

    24 min

  3. JAN 13

    Your Women’s Health Checklist for 2026

    What if your 2026 goals weren’t just about doing more—but feeling your best? This episode of The Wellness Conversation, an OhioHealth podcast, is your ultimate women’s health checklist for the year ahead. We’re talking about caring for the whole you—from the cancer screenings that could save your life to how to start strength training (even if you’re new to it) and simple ways to make nutrition a daily priority. Join our experts from OhioHealth as they break down what women of every age should be thinking about when it comes to preventive care, movement, and mindful eating—because when you take care of every part of yourself, everything else falls into place.

    26 min

  4. 12/16/2025

    Women’s Health Looking Forward

    Women’s health is constantly evolving, and so is the way that care is administered. On this episode of The Wellness Conversation, join us as we reflect on milestones and share what’s ahead at the OhioHealth Women’s Center — where we are helping to redefine care for women and offer support throughout every stage of life.

    26 min

  5. 12/02/2025

    A Cancer Diagnosis is not the end of Your Story

    Battling cancer is a life-changing journey that no one wants to endure. This week, Heather Buck, OhioHealth VP of Patient Experience, shares her story about her personal battle with cancer. Through the support of her loved ones, care team and OhioHealth community, she has tackled unforeseen obstacles and showed the power of resilience during challenging times.

    26 min

  6. 11/18/2025

    The Reason the Seasons Mess with Your Mood

    Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD, impacts millions of people each year as daylight fades and routines shift. Symptoms like fatigue, irritability, changes in sleep, and even depression can make daily life difficult—especially around the holidays. Join OhioHealth psychiatrist Dr. Megan Schabbing as she shares why this happens, how light therapy, movement, and nutrition can help, and when to seek professional support.

    26 min

  7. 11/04/2025

    Grief and a Guide Forward

    Grief doesn’t take a holiday. For many, this time of year can bring more heartache than joy. OhioHealth grief expert Jean O'Leary-Pyles joins Marcus and Lindsey to talk about coping and hope. We also hear the emotional story of Bernadette Wise. She has experienced grief in more ways than one, in a short amount of time. We discover the lessons she learned on her own journey forward.

    32 min

  8. 10/21/2025

    On the Move for Her Health

    Mobile healthcare is a game changer.  Especially for women’s health. In this episode of The Wellness Conversation Podcast, co-hosts Marcus Thorpe and Lindsey Gordon are learning all about Wellness on Wheels – OhioHealth’s fleet of mobile health units. Together, the team is breaking down barriers to prenatal care, mammograms, and more – one neighborhood at a time.

    25 min
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Welcome to The Wellness Conversation – an OhioHealth Podcast, with your hosts, Marcus Thorpe and Lindsey Gordon. Dive into the heart of health and wellness in Columbus and its surrounding regions. Our mission? Making it simple for you to discover the keys to a healthier life, right in your backyard.

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