Third Chances

Vera - the Master of Reinvention

Third Chances Hosted by Vera – the Master of Reinvention For bold women over 50+ who believe our health is our biggest wealth, longevity matters, and purposeful reinvention is non-negotiable. Each episode features inspiring stories, holistic wellness tips, and mindset shifts to help you live younger, longer. If you're ready to ditch limits, reclaim your energy, and write your next chapter with purpose - you're in the right place.

  1. The Inner Empire - The Day My Body Forced Me to Listen

    12/18/2025

    The Inner Empire - The Day My Body Forced Me to Listen

    Why symptoms are signals — and what happens when you stop cutting the warning lightWhat happens when the body whispers… and you don’t listen — until it screams? In this final episode of the 2025 season, I sit down with Debbie Roppo, Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach and creator of the Soul Inflammation Method™, for a conversation that goes far beyond food, fitness, or willpower. Debbie shares the moment in her 40s when her body completely shut her down — swollen joints, unbearable pain, crawling across the floor — and how that wake-up call changed everything she believed about health, healing, and identity.Together, we explore:- Why chronic conditions are often signals, not failures - The difference between reactive medicine and upstream healing - How mindset and internal dialogue create real, measurable chemistry in the body - Why discipline and “doing everything right” still isn’t enough - The danger of ignoring the warning lights — and cutting the wire instead of fixing the cause - How identity shapes healing more than most people realize - Why true change requires time, compassion, and the right guide This episode is about hope without hype, responsibility without shame, and the quiet power of deciding: "I’m not okay staying here." If you’ve been pushing through, pouring from an empty cup, or waiting for “later”  - this conversation may land exactly when you need it. WATCH THIS ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/ZXrVFiOzqkMIf you want to connect or reach out to Debbie, here is her contact information: WEBSITE: https://www.debbieroppohealthcoach.com/ LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debbie-roppo/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/DebbieRoppoHealthCoach INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/debbieroppohealthcoach/ If you enjoyed this episode, please SUBSCRIBE to my channel so you don't miss another inspirational story like this. My guests and I massively appreciate it! If you find this valuable, please SHARE with someone you care about who needs to hear this! Thank you! Vera Czerny #longevity and #optimalwellness #holistichealth If quality life and longevity are on your radar, give yourself a chance to regain your wellness, health, energy, and vitality.Get your life back, drug-free! Sleep better, and LIFT your mood, brain fog, overwhelm, anxiety, and low energy. Simply, Be Unstoppable Again!!! Reach out to https://www.third-chances.com/ or text me on WhatsApp: +1-203-558-6213

    1h 15m
  2. Ending the Silent Battle: Healing Hidden Trauma Without Reliving It

    11/21/2025

    Ending the Silent Battle: Healing Hidden Trauma Without Reliving It

    Ending the Silent Battle: Healing Hidden Trauma Without Reliving It with Dr. Pamela Arnell of 22Zero A new, effective path for veterans, first responders, and anyone carrying emotional weight In this episode, Dr. Pamela Arnell — Executive Director of 22Zero — shares a breakthrough approach to healing trauma for veterans, first responders, and their families. Their method helps people release the emotional weight of traumatic experiences without reliving or retelling the events, and often creates profound change in just one or two sessions. Pamela’s path to this mission started early. Inspired by her father’s service in law enforcement, she pursued her own life of service — even when she was told she was “too short” for the job. Her response? “Then I can get into places others can’t.” That determination has guided her through years of clinical work in counseling and, in a full circle, back to the first responder work, community leadership, and now, trauma healing. - We talk about her strong faith, - her late husband’s military influence, - the Trauma & Emotional Healing Processes (THP/EHP), - and why all services are provided at no cost to veterans, first responders, spouses, and children. 22Zero relies entirely on donations to keep this mission alive. This conversation is filled with hope and a new understanding of what healing can look like. What makes 22Zero’s work extraordinary isn’t just the method — it’s the heart behind it. Pamela’s compassion, conviction, and faith are the engine of an organization that exists to make sure no hero fights their hardest battle alone. WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/ReCMpkQSQ6YConnect with Dr. Pam: WEBSITE https://22zero.org/ LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/company/22zero/ YOUTUBE https://www.youtube.com/user/firststrike90 FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/22zero.org/ INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/22zeroorg/BROWSE their Merch:  https://www.truevictory.com/collections/22zero If you enjoyed this episode, please SUBSCRIBE to my channel so you don't miss another inspirational story like this. My guests and I massively appreciate it! If you find this valuable, please SHARE with someone you care about who needs to hear this. Thank you         Vera Czerny #longevity and #optimalwellness #holistichealth If quality life and longevity are on your radar, give yourself a chance to regain your wellness, health, energy, and vitality. Get your life back, drug-free! Sleep better, and LIFT your mood, brain fog, overwhelm, anxiety, and low energy. Simply, Be Unstoppable Again Visit https://www.third-chances.com/ for more info about what I do and how I can help

    1h 1m
  3. Lisa Regina: Her Story Was Supposed to End That Night - It Became a Movement Instead

    10/09/2025

    Lisa Regina: Her Story Was Supposed to End That Night - It Became a Movement Instead

    When actress, acting coach, and filmmaker/producer Lisa Regina met the man she thought she’d marry, she had no idea her life was about to shatter — and then transform into a mission that would touch countless lives.  In this powerful and deeply human conversation, Lisa opens up about:   Growing up in a blue-collar Italian American home with a dad who didn’t always understand her artistic dreams.   Losing her mother at 18, and the life lessons that still guide her today.   The day her engagement ended in a brutal act of violence - and how surviving it changed everything.   The broken systems, the media frenzy, and the courage it took to rebuild her life when her life, health, name, and career were nearly destroyed.   How she found healing through her beloved writing - and eventually turned her pain into the foundation for A Write to Heal, a nonprofit empowering trauma survivors and veterans through creative expression, filmmaking, and drone technology - and helping them heal.  The extraordinary story of the first woman who helped find her voice - after decades of unspeakable horror - and how that act of compassion might have saved thousands of innocent lives.   The birth of Heroic Episodes, a groundbreaking project with actor Joe Mantegna as an executive producer, shares the stories of unsung heroes, while also supporting, hiring, and honoring veterans through storytelling and film.   And the love story she never thought she’d have again - proof that healing doesn’t just repair, it rebirths.     Lisa’s resilience, compassion, and mission remind us that even the darkest chapters in anyone's life can become scripts for hope - if we’re brave enough to rewrite them.  🎧 Listen now, and if her mission moves you, please visit HeroicEpisodes.org and see how you can become a part of this incredible project of love - and how even one person can help bring these stories to life.  Connect with Lisa here:  Lisa’s recent collaboration is on her latest project, ‘Heroic Episodes’, and the Veterans Drone Training Program with actor and star of ‘Criminal Minds’ Joe Mantegna (executive producer). https://heroicepisodes.org/  If this project speaks to you, please consider DONATING.   Even a small donation will have a huge impact! One person can change the world. Lisa uses creative expression as a therapeutic tool for trauma recovery and founded A Write to Heal.  https://awritetoheal.com/about  As a filmmaker/actress, producer, and a Part 107 Commercial Drone Pilot. Lisa uses drone cinematography in her filmmaking. https://lisaregina.com/  https://awritetoheal.com/programs

    1h 28m
  4. Forget Supplements. If You’re Not Doing This First, You’re Wasting Your Money

    09/26/2025

    Forget Supplements. If You’re Not Doing This First, You’re Wasting Your Money

    Are you spending hundreds (or thousands) on supplements and still not feeling better? You’re not alone - and the reason might shock you. In this fascinating episode, I’m joined by Russell Mariani, a leading Health Restoration Specialist with over 40 years of experience in helping people heal “difficult-to-solve” health challenges. Especially related to gut health, cellular regeneration, and chronic inflammation. At just 18, Russell was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis and told he’d likely need surgery to remove his colon before 25. Instead of accepting that fate, he followed a different path - and has been healthy and symptom-free for more than four decades. 🎙️ In this episode, you’ll learn: * Why gut health is the root system of everything — and how to fix it * What Redox Signaling Molecules are (and why they’re not just another supplement) * The reason most people absorb only 5–10% of what they take — and how to change that * How to wake up your body’s “cellular gatekeepers” so nutrients actually get used * The 7 interconnected pillars of health restoration that Russell uses in his practice * What real healing looks like - on a cellular, emotional, and spiritual level If you’ve “tried everything” and still feel off… this conversation will open a whole new door. 💡 “The body wants to heal. Our job is to learn how to best support it and stop interfering.” — Russell Mariani Would you like to reach out to Russell?WEBSITE:  www.russellmariani.comYOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@digestiveillnessFACEBOOK:  https://www.facebook.com/therussellmariani INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/russellmariani?igshid=zsxaoxveles2  Download Russell's eBook: https://russellmariani.com/free-ebook-page WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/_AtOSBzsEJM If you enjoyed this episode, please SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss another inspirational story like this. My guests and I massively appreciate it! If you find this valuable, please SHARE with someone you care about who needs to hear this! Any share or leaving a comment will help us improve the reach with those search gods!!!! Thank you      Vera Czerny See what I do for #longevity and #optimalwellness #holistichealth For more info, visit: www.lifewithredox.com For Personal consultation text "YouTube" to Vera on WhatsApp: +1 203-558-6213. #redoxsignalingmolecules   #redox    #healthandwellness   #longevity #optimalwellness #holistichealth    #biohack   #workfromhome Disclaimer: Any opinions stated on this channel are meant for information only. Any products, diets, methods, modalities, or technologies mentioned here are not intended to or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment of any disease or illness. Redox technology does not treat, cure, heal, prevent, or diagnose any disease or medical condition. They simply empower the body to heal itself by increasing cellular efficiency, functions, and communications. We offer an open forum to discuss the newest discoveries and modalities out there that may benefit people's health, vitality, and wellness. We make no representation and assume no responsibility for the accuracy of the information contained on or available through this channel, and such information is subject to change without notice. Never make any changes to your medication, daily routine, nutrition, sleep schedule, or workout without first consulting your doctor or other medical professionals.

    1h 19m
  5. The Black-Belt Mindset: Faith, Discipline & Human Potential

    08/28/2025

    The Black-Belt Mindset: Faith, Discipline & Human Potential

    William R. Boyle Jr. grew up under the influence of a Marine father who instilled in him one unshakable truth: You earn what you put in. From earning his black belt at a young age to stepping onto the same parade deck where his father trained, Bill’s journey has been defined by discipline, resilience, and an unwavering vision for human potential. In this episode, we talk about: - Following in his father’s footsteps and embracing the Marine Corps ethos - How martial arts and the black-belt mindset shaped his early struggles and triumphs - Why failure is part of progress - and how to use it as fuel - Building strength in mind, body, and spirit through faith and discipline - His vision for stronger communities, from black-belt kids to veterans rebuilding through drone technology - What he believes it takes to become unstoppable in life and relationships Bill isn’t just telling a story - he’s offering a blueprint for resilience, leadership, and living with purpose. WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YouTube: https://youtu.be/7mpvBcauPwMConnect with Billy LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/williamrboyle22/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billboyle_/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/boylejr/ If you enjoyed this episode, please SUBSCRIBE to my channel so you don't miss another inspirational story like this. My guests and I massively appreciate it! If you find this valuable, please SHARE with someone you care about who needs to hear this! Thank you!  Vera Czerny For more interviews like these, visit https://www.third-chances.com/ If you're curious about what I do for #longevity, #optimalwellness, and #holistichealth - check it out at: www.lifewithredox.com For your Personal consultation, text "YouTube" to Vera on WhatsApp: +1 203-558-6213. START YOUR BUSINESS TODAY: https://bit.ly/uplevelyourpotential and become my business partner! #redoxsignalingmolecules   #redox    #healthandwellness   #longevity #optimalwellness #holistichealth    #biohack  #optimalpotential   #resiliance   #discipline  #bodymingandspirit  #martialarts  #blackbelthmindset   #leadership  #livewithpurpose

    1h 30m
  6. Loss, Resilience, and the Breakthrough That Changed My Life

    08/21/2025

    Loss, Resilience, and the Breakthrough That Changed My Life

    This episode is different. No guest, no script - it's just me, my big WHY, opening my heart and sharing my story. It began with back surgeries that ended my exciting career and left me searching for alternative options while living in constant pain. That’s what brought me to Florida, trying to reinvent myself with limited choices. I became a personal chef — because I could stand, but not sit — and in the middle of it all, I poured myself into studying Tony Robbins, first for my own growth, and eventually stepping into coaching. But even cheffing pushed my body beyond its limits. I had to start turning clients away. Then COVID came, and like so many others, I watched my business vanish overnight. In January 2021, I lost my mom. A few months later, I lost my husband. Everything I knew about nutrition and supplements couldn't save the most important person in my life. And with that went my health, my confidence, and the very purpose of living. This isn’t just a story about loss, though. It’s about resilience. It’s about the fall, then refusing to give up on myself, even when every reason said I should. It’s about the breakthrough that helped restore my health, hope, gave me back my financial dignity, and helped me believe again that it’s never too late to start over. In this episode, I share: How multiple back surgeries set off a chain of losses and reinventions. Why I turned to both personal development and coaching as a lifeline. The heartbreak of losing my mom and husband in the same year. How sometimes it takes all you have to find the strength to get back on your feet again.The breakthrough that gave me back my health, my hope, and my reason to dream, once again. Why this isn’t just about “sales” for me — but about helping others reclaim life, health, and freedom when it matters most. If you’ve ever been told to “just accept it”… or felt like it's too late for you, that your story was already written - I recorded this for you. Because your best chapters might still be ahead.WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE:  https://youtu.be/I2qP9GMuQAY If you enjoyed this episode, please SUBSCRIBE to my channel so you don't miss another story like this. I massively appreciate it! If you find this valuable, please SHARE with someone you care about who needs to hear this! Thank you      Vera Czerny See what I do for #longevity and #optimalwellness #holistichealthReach out -  text "YouTube" to Vera on WhatsApp: +1 203-558-6213. Join us and START YOUR BUSINESS TODAY: https://bit.ly/uplevelyourpotential  or research more (and build a purpose-led income here: https://www.third-chances.com/join-us #redoxsignalingmolecules   #redox    #healthandwellness   #longevity #optimalwellness #holistichealth    #biohack   #workfromhome Disclaimer: Any opinions stated on this channel are meant for information only. Any products, diets, methods, modalities, or technologies mentioned here are not intended to or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment of any disease or illness. Redox technology does not treat, cure, heal, prevent, or diagnose any disease or medical condition. It simply empowers the body to heal itself by increasing cellular efficiency, functions, and communications. We offer an open forum to discuss the newest discoveries and modalities out there that may benefit people's health, vitality, and wellness. We make no representation and assume no responsibility for the accuracy of the information contained on or available through this channel, and such information is subject to change without notice. Never make any changes to your medication, daily routine, nutrition, sleep schedule, or workout without first consulting your doctor or other medical professionals.

    1h 3m
  7. Why This Pharmacist Walked Away from the Drug-for-Everything Culture

    08/14/2025

    Why This Pharmacist Walked Away from the Drug-for-Everything Culture

    Chris Patrick — a charming Irishman now raising his young family in Australia — didn’t set out to become a critic of the healthcare system. He entered pharmacy with the best intentions, eager to help people heal. Instead, he discovered a system designed to manage symptoms, keep customers dependent, and rarely address the root cause. In this conversation, Chris shares the turning point that made him trade prescriptions for principles, and how he now helps busy professionals reclaim their health naturally. We dive into: Why your circadian rhythm may be your most underrated health tool. The role of sunlight, walking, and real food in reversing metabolic dysfunction. Why protein intake and ancestral eating patterns matter more than you think. How finding your WHY helps you stay consistent, even through setbacks. His 12-week Effortless Health Reset program - and why “effortless” doesn’t mean “no effort.”   If you’ve been told your health challenges are inevitable or permanent, Chris offers a hopeful, science-backed alternative that blends ancestral wisdom with modern research. 📌 Effortless health isn’t a quick fix - it’s the result of systems and habits that work with your body, not against it.WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: Get in touch with Chris here: WEBSITE:  www.chrispatrick.coach LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cpatrick88/ TWITTER/X: @healthcoachcp   If you enjoyed this episode, please SUBSCRIBE to my channel so you don't miss another inspirational story like this. My guests and I massively appreciate it! If you find this valuable, please SHARE with someone you care about who needs to hear this! Thank you!         Vera Czerny #longevity and #optimalwellness #holistichealth If quality life and longevity are on your radar, give yourself a chance to regain your wellness, health, energy, and vitality. Get your life back, drug-free! Sleep better, and LIFT your mood, brain fog, overwhelm, anxiety, and low energy. Simply, Be Unstoppable Again  More about the program 90 days RESET your Health here:  https://www.third-chances.com/we-power-potential Disclaimer: Any opinions stated on this channel are meant for information only. Any products, diets, methods, modalities, or technologies mentioned here are not intended to or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment of any disease or illness. We offer an open forum to discuss the newest discoveries and modalities out there that may benefit people's health, vitality, and wellness. We make no representation and assume no responsibility for the accuracy of the information contained on or available through this channel, and such information is subject to change without notice. Never make any changes to your medication, daily routine, nutrition, sleep schedule, or workout without first consulting your doctor or other medical professionals.

    1h 14m
  8. Unbreakable: From Childhood Trauma to Navy SEAL to Powerlifting Champion

    08/07/2025

    Unbreakable: From Childhood Trauma to Navy SEAL to Powerlifting Champion

    Unbreakable: From Childhood Trauma to Navy SEAL to Powerlifting Champion - Tommy Richardson’s JourneyEpisode Summary: What does it take to survive the unthinkable - and come out stronger than ever? In this jaw-dropping episode, I sit down with Tommy Richardson - Navy SEAL veteran, Marine, elite resilience coach, and founder of Divine Savagery. We talk about overcoming childhood bullying, surviving combat, enduring grueling Navy SEAL training (including Hell Week with a broken pelvis!), and his miraculous recovery from brain surgery that left doctors stunned. Tommy opens up about: Childhood adversity: How brutal bullying and a strict household pushed him to the edge and the voice that saved his life. Military mindset: Lessons from combat zones across the globe, including how to lead, adapt, and build unshakable teams. A brotherhood forged in fire: How a life-long connection with the Luttrell twins - including Marcus Luttrell (yes, the Lone Survivor) - who likely helped open some door that tipped the scale in Tommy's favor for an atypical path from the Marines into the elite world of Navy SEALs. Resilience & faith: Why forging mental toughness requires both fire and purpose. Radical recovery: How he set a goal to go from lifting 5 lbs post-brain surgery to benching 500 lbs in under a year. Life after service: Turning battlefield lessons into boardroom strategies for leadership, wellness, and personal growth. Tommy doesn’t just share stories - he delivers battle-tested strategies for anyone facing adversity, feeling stuck, or chasing an impossible goal. If you’ve ever wondered how far grit, faith, and purpose can take you - this episode will show you.WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/7XY3ePZTyPQConnect with Tommy here: WEBSITE:        www.divinesavagery.com LINKEDIN:        https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommy-richardson-72a4a4178/ FACEBOOK:     https://www.facebook.com/tommy.richardson.667300 INSTAGRAM:    https://www.instagram.com/raise.your.horn/   If you enjoyed this episode, please SUBSCRIBE to my channel so you don't miss another inspirational story like this. My guests and I massively appreciate it! If you find this valuable, please SHARE with someone you care about who needs to hear this! Thank you!         Vera Czerny #longevity and #optimalwellness #holistichealth If quality life and longevity are on your radar, give yourself a chance to regain your wellness, health, energy, and vitality. Get your life back, drug-free! Sleep better, and LIFT your mood, brain fog, overwhelm, anxiety, and low energy. Simply, Be Unstoppable Again  Disclaimer: Any opinions stated on this channel are meant for information only. Any products, diets, methods, strategies, modalities, or technologies mentioned here are not intended to or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment of any disease or illness. We offer an open forum to discuss the newest discoveries and modalities out there that may benefit people's health, vitality, and wellness. We make no representation and assume no responsibility for the accuracy of the information contained on or available through this channel, and such information is subject to change without notice. Never make any changes to your medication, daily routine, nutrition, sleep schedule, or workout without first consulting your doctor or other medical professionals.

    1h 26m

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Third Chances Hosted by Vera – the Master of Reinvention For bold women over 50+ who believe our health is our biggest wealth, longevity matters, and purposeful reinvention is non-negotiable. Each episode features inspiring stories, holistic wellness tips, and mindset shifts to help you live younger, longer. If you're ready to ditch limits, reclaim your energy, and write your next chapter with purpose - you're in the right place.