Overview:We explore the deeply personal and often overlooked connection between spirituality and health, especially within immigrant and refugee communities. Dr. Cat Delestrinos, a pediatrician and Filipino immigrant, shares moving stories from her own life and medical practice—particularly her son’s health journey—to illustrate how faith and spiritual practices can play a vital role in resilience, healing, and coping with fear. We discuss practical ways clinicians can better recognize and respect

Leave Health Bite a Feedback.Click This Link. What if the most successful person in your network was secretly asking "Am I living my best life?"—and despite all achievements, the answer was no? Meet Steve Wilt, financial executive with a thriving practice and community respect, who felt something was missing. Today he shares how he went from the "fat cat" path to becoming the guide other executives seek out. In this episode, Dr. Adrienne Youdim, and Steve discovered what every Resilient Minds...

TXT us your feedback!! <3 your fayce! Two of my closest friends and healthcare veterans join me to explore how our decade-long friendship has kept us sane through chaos, unending workloads, and the pandemic's darkest days. • Why healthcare friendships are survival gear; self care lifelines OUTSIDE of work • How our friendship began with an unexpected spider encounter and a well-placed slap • Weathering the pandemic in different healthcare roles while maintaining our connections • The isol...

In this episode, Dr. Green and Dr. Cat unpack the latest developments in menopause care, including a game-changing FDA panel discussion that could shift how HRT is labeled and understood. They tackle persistent fears around breast cancer, clarify how long you can safely stay on HRT, and explain why symptom-based treatment still leads the way. Listeners will learn how DHEA, lifestyle habits, and personalized care can enhance hormone therapy, plus how to navigate common issues like hair thin...

Loneliness is a silent epidemic affecting millions globally, even those who appear surrounded by people and connections. Science now shows that chronic loneliness has physical health impacts equivalent to smoking 15 cigarettes daily, raising risks of depression, anxiety, heart disease, and even dementia. • 16% of people globally report feeling lonely, with higher rates among young adults 18-24 • Loneliness isn't about being alone—it's about not feeling seen, understood, or valued • We live i...

Send us a text Some days are harder than others, and that soul-deep exhaustion you're feeling might be more than just physical tiredness. It might be your body's way of sending you an important message. When I was going through my toughest times—experiencing unexplainable aches, inflammation, and brain fog—doctors kept running tests and prescribing medications. But no one asked about my life circumstances or emotional well-being. They were giving me pills when what I needed was a pause to ge...

If you want to keep your meds a secret from someone you live with, here’s how we would keep it secret. Kami’s cat, Leonardo Von Flouffe, makes his debut. Eva remembers why she was rejected from the United States Marine Corps (really). Eva + Kami are two old-ish moms with little kids confronting our reasons for being obese while losing weight on semaglutide and roasting our past selves. Sarcasm is our happy place. Are you confronting the same challenges? We’d love to hear your story. Send an email to

Jax aka Lola Fae has pulled the trigger and gotten over her puurrrrrrfectionism tendencies and is launching her podcast about reality creation. Manifestation 101. Ayahuasca facilitation. Hot blonde with a money piece. The coolest cat in town. Need I say more ? Launched on a Tuesday. Ruled by Mars. A good day to do things that are difficult. Overcoming her fear of being seen as crazy because this knowledge is the truth that will set you free! Jax does everything with intention. In astrology, Tuesday

Kendra is a group fitness instructor in the Chicago area currently teaching with Corepower, Drip Yoga, and Sweat Sessions. She comes from a corporate career background in operations and learning and development across the retail and tech industry. A Pennsylvania native, Kendra and her husband Kevin, moved to Chicago in 2020 - and she has been spending the last five years developing and nurturing a strong community here in the Midwest. She's a cat mom, loving auntie, and lifelong learner.To download

Why are cats orange? Meet Dr. Leslie Lyons, one of the world’s foremost experts in feline genetics. In this episode of Purr Podcast, we are demystifying orange cats! Dr. Lyons discusses new studies that revealed a never-before-seen genetic pathway for color pigmentation linked to orange cats.

Send us a text The invisible threads that connect us to our animal companions run deeper than we often realize. This compelling exploration of the pet-human bond reveals how our furry, feathered, and finned friends transform our mental wellbeing through neurochemical pathways that science is only beginning to understand. When you stroke your cat's fur or feel your dog's head resting on your lap, something remarkable happens in your brain. Oxytocin—the bonding hormone—floods your system while...

This week on the podcast, we cover a wide range of triathlon-related topics, gave away some premium headphones, played a round of Hot or Not, and dug into your listener-submitted questions. This episode, we get into: How pros pace their racesIntegrated fuel and hydration setups on modern tri bikesConverting to a waxed chain and what to expectKey workouts for XTERRA-style off-road triathlonsTips for finding pools while travelingChoosing the right tire size for gravel ridingUsing Cat Ears to re...

Send us a textA D/s story from the erotic world of the Omegaverse between the Alpha and Omega of Darre and Nya.A very hot scene where the Dom Takes his sub but only by her choosing.I loved playing the character of Darre and could really relate to the interactions between the Dom and sub.Earbuds and Stay TinglyLINKS:Podcast PatreonDDP TwitterDDP InstagramInMyHandsAudio PatreonInMyHands InstagramInMyHands TwitterDDP Music CreditsLost and Found by Purrple Cat | https://purrplecat.com/Music promoted by

Episode 84 Recap: aka 42 is the Answer So, apparently the answer to life, the universe, and everything… is: a brain tumor, a cat named Milk, and a birthday bingo prize basket with Desitin and creatine in it. This wasn’t the morning I hoped for. After months of navigating this whole brain tumor diagnosis, I met with a lawyer and found out I missed the statute of limitations to take legal action by three months. Three months too late to hold the ENT accountable for missing the tumor on my 2020 ...

Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming, but understanding different therapy modalities can help you make an informed choice for your healing journey. • Different therapy modalities work for different people - there's no one-size-fits-all approach • Top-down approaches like CBT focus on changing thoughts to change feelings and behaviors • Bottom-up approaches like somatic therapy work with the body to access emotions and release trauma • Therapists often practice modalities that wo...

Natalie’s in her no-BS era, ditching her lip filler, questioning everything, spilling family tea, and breaking down why every girl deserves her own golden retriever (boyfriend, dog… or maybe both?).Sponsor: Save 20% off site wide and go to www.honeylove.com/hungry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kuching, the capital of Sarawak, Malaysia, is also known as "Cat City." Cats and artwork can be found everywhere, and the city also boasts unique cuisine. Unlike West Malaysia, where Islam is strictly enforced, people of all races can dine in the same restaurant, which also serves both halal and non-halal food. Here are a wealth of rare animals and plants, including the precious orangutans and dolphins. 00:00-11:23 On the banks of the Sarawak River, in the evening, the sound of evening

Send us a text Ever wondered why petting your dog or cat feels so good after a stressful day? The science behind it is more powerful than you might think. The U.S. Surgeon General recently declared loneliness a major public health crisis, with shocking statistics showing it increases risk of heart disease by 29%, stroke by 32%, and dementia by a staggering 50%. But research now confirms what pet owners have intuitively known: our animal companions might be the antidote we desperately need. ...

What does true transformation look like after hitting rock bottom? Jon Antonucci's journey from prison cell to purpose-driven leadership offers a masterclass in redemption, resilience, and the power of servant leadership. Growing up homeschooled as the oldest of five children in a pastor's family, Jon developed entrepreneurial skills early—mowing lawns at seven and running multiple small businesses by his teens. But beneath his success lurked character flaws that would eventually lead to cat...

What does it really mean to heal? To connect? To drop our armor and find genuine relationships in a divided world? In this premiere episode of Couch Time with Cat, we flip the script as veteran journalist Melissa Correa interviews therapist, coach, and bestselling author Kat about the heart behind this new show. Through an honest conversation between best friends, we explore how personal experiences – from postpartum depression and IVF journeys to healing childhood trauma – have shaped Cat's...