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Lauren Rosenberg Apr 01, 2025

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Lauren Rosenberg, a highly experienced Physician Associate, has dedicated nearly two decades to Internal Medicine and Health Optimization. Driven by a passion for preventative care, Lauren founded Vent Health to shift the focus from disease treatment to prevention. She specializes in a personalized approach that blends genetics, epigenetics, biomarkers, and lifestyle factors to tailor health interventions that extend and optimize each patient's health span.

Lauren’s practice includes prescribing peptides (GLP, CLP/GIP) for weight loss, insulin resistance, pre-diabetes, etc. This episode concentrates on all the questions about GLP’s, the prescription based Ozempic and others, as well as the Compound Pharmacy GLP’s that can often times be less expensive. Heather and Lauren also cover the common side effects, and how to manage them. In this episode you will learn other health benefits of these peptides, and who can benefit from them as well as practical tips for getting started on GLP-1 Therapy.

Lauren is a frequent speaker at the Age Management Medicine Group (AMMG) and the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M) conferences.

Lauren’s practice includes Cardiology prevention: Diagnostics and AI analysis to detect dangerous plaque and calcium; advanced lipid testing and cardiovascular genetics

Longevity biomarkers: DNA methylation for biological age, VO2 max testing, Telomere health; Therapeutic plasma exchange

Cancer prevention: methylated DNA screens, preventative MRIs, tumor marker testing. We will have Lauren back to discuss all these other longevity and optimum health subjects.

This episode concentrates on the information pertaining to Peptides, GLP’s etc as they are so popular right now.

If you want to contact Lauren for more info, you can reach her via her site: https://myventhealth.com and go to the contact page.

Or email:

vent@myventhealth.com

Social Media: IG: https://www.instagram.com/iamheathert/

You Tube: https://youtube.com/@iamheathert?si=ZvI9l0bhLfTR-qdo

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Sara Schulting-Kranz Mar 04, 2025

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Heather and Sara Schulting Kranz both love the outdoors, are adventurers and both lead retreats. Their conversation sheds so much light on Living Fearlessly and Boldly.

Sara is a certified coach, her specialty being Transitions & Pivots in life. She is an author, her book is called “Walk Through This”, about forgiveness and healing. She is also a Keynote Speaker.

Sara had a trauma 10 years ago.Her husband betrayed her and she had 3 young sons.

She moved out of a big house to a small one with 3 boys and raised them while going thru grief, anger and trauma. The next 10 years are a model of learning, growing, self-care, knowing who she is. And now, Sara is sharing what she’s learned with us. So many of us go through grief, transitions, pivots, finding love again, parenting, and so much more.

Sara, like Heather, finds solace in nature. She guides groups down the Grand Canyon, and other retreats. Sara also combines her love of the steepest mountain climbs with her coaching, Her intention is always to make the participants stronger and committed to living fearlessly, and do the hard things that will ultimately lead to a more joyous life. Sara’s podcast is Live Boldly with Sara Schulting Kranz.

Ten years later, Sara is happier than ever before. She continues her journey to help others thru their toughest times and helps them come through it all happy, living boldly and creating ripple effects thru the world.

SARA INFO: Website: https://saraschultingkranz.com and you can watch her Speaker Reel on You Tube (and on site) https://youtu.be/K5kCKYUfqro.

Her IG: https://www.instagram.com/saraschultingkranz/

Heather’s WEBSITE: www.HeatherThomson.com

SOCIAL: IG: https://www.instagram.com/iamheathert/

You Tube: https://youtube.com/@iamheathert?si=ZvI9l0bhLfTR-qdo

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Celebrating Women thru Photography from Beyonce to Heather! with Cheryl Fox Feb 25, 2025

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Cheryl Fox is an acclaimed photographer, storyteller and advocate for diversity and inclusion. With an extraordinary ability to capture intimate portraits, Fox has gained recognition for her stunning photographs that offer a window into the lives of iconic figures in music, sports and entertainment from Beyonce to Regina Hall to Jay Z.

In her latest coffee-table book, A Few Good WMN, featuring a Foreword by Regina Hall, Fox explores her own journey as a WMN, highlighting amazing women she’s captured along the way.

After a big career in publicity and music, Fox has photographed Editorial Covers, Album Packaging and Ad Campaigns. Fox also celebrated HIP HOP with the Limited Edition Coffee table book Rock n’ Roll of HIP HOP.

You can find Cheryl’s books by going to her website: www.theFoxFactory.co

Or on Amazon.

Website: www.heatherthomson.com

Social Media: IG: https://www.instagram.com/iamheathert/

You Tube: https://youtube.com/@iamheathert?si=ZvI9l0bhLfTR-qdo

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Dan Buettner, National Geographic Explorer Feb 18, 2025

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Dan Buettner, National Geographic Explorer, writer, and founder of Blue Zones: areas where people live long, healthy, happy lives. Blue Zones are areas across the globe where people tend to live the longest and have remarkably low rates of heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and obesity. Dan explores what elements make up these blue zones, including food, community, joy, purpose, and more. Listen to Dan and Heather talk about the 5 food groups that are best for a long life, and the perfect combination of a grain and beans to make a complete protein. He has appeared on CNN, Late Show with David Letterman, Good Morning America, Primetime Live, and the Today show to discuss his Blue Zones research, and he has delivered more than 500 keynote speeches over the last 10 years.

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Backroads: The Joys of Active Travel Feb 11, 2025

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Avery Hale Smith, Chief Experience Officer at Backroads Travel was born and raised in the Bay Area experiencing her family’s extensive travels and time spent in nature at an early age. The daughter of Tom Hale, the Founder, President and CEO of the active travel company Backroads, Hale Smith developed a curiosity about the world at large—and the world of entrepreneurship that led to social advocacy and cultural engagement.

With nearly a decade of expertise in strategy consulting, sales, marketing and customer engagement, and a wealth of international travel she found her way back home to Backroads and the San Francisco Bay Area. In 2023, she was named Executive Vice President of the company. She introduced Backroad’s Women’s Adventures in 2023, a collection of trips that create travel and connection specifically for women.

Heather and Avery talk about the joys of active travel, places they have been and future adventures.

Backroads Website: www.backroads.com

Heather’s Website: www.heatherthomson.com

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You Tube: https://youtube.com/@iamheathert?si=ZvI9l0bhLfTR-qdo

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Dr. Sylvia Kalicinski Jan 28, 2025

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Dr. Sylvia Kalicinski is a Ph.D. level therapist and writer who loves teaching simple strategies backed by brain science and mindfulness. She simplifies brain health, therapy, and coaching while adding a dash of spirituality to help people better understand themselves. Her techniques, such as the B.O.D.Y. skill helps clients better manage stress and live a more fulfilling and confident life. Dr. Sylvia has worked with all kinds of people from celebrities to your next-door neighbor...women, men, and teens who’ve felt anxious, lonely, and stuck. Dr. Sylvia wants to show her client’s what’s truly possible so that they can move past self-limiting beliefs and step towards the direction of healing, purpose, and confidence. Sylvia’s experience as a therapist and former lead behavioral health clinician at Mount Sinai Hospital strengthens her ability to connect with people and empathically listen to their narratives. As a child of immigrant parents who experienced their own mental health issues, Dr. Sylvia understands the uniqueness of each family’s story and the adversities that so many of us face while living in America. Even though loneliness is a personal topic - it’s widely universal. The moment Dr. Sylvia committed to writing a book about loneliness, she immediately looked like the blonde facepalm emoji. Why would she want to write about her biggest pain point? Dr. Sylvia admits that she spent the majority of her life feeling Lonely AF. However, her book is not about going backwards or staying stuck in the problem. Lonely AF sits at the solution end of loneliness where Dr. Sylvia blends her working knowledge of the complexity of loneliness with her personal lived experiences. Because what is personal is most often universal. Dr. Sylvia’s warm, inviting, and transparent approach, turns complex human issues into a conversation that we all need to be having right now. She saves your seat at the table- and makes sure that you feel welcomed. What is most personal, can start to feel universal when Dr. Sylvia starts to draw out connections in her audience, reader, and clients. Dr. Sylvia shows people what’s possible so they can live a better life. Dr. Sylvia is Host of The Dr. Sylvia K Show podcast and is in the process of doing her last revise on her book Lonely AF. Sylvia holds a B.S. in Radio Television and Film from The University of Texas at Austin, a M.A. in Counseling Psychology from PacificaGraduate Institute, and a Ph.D. in Marriage and Family Therapy from Nova Southeastern University.

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Overachievers: Break free of Perfectionism Jan 21, 2025

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A thought leader in the coaching world, Keren Eldad (“Coach Keren”) specializes in taking high achievers out of the futility of constant pursuit and into the greatest levels of success and fulfillment. Her coaching clients include Olympic athletes, politicians, Hollywood stars, supermodels, Special Forces operatives, entrepreneurs, as well as renowned global organizations such as Estée Lauder, J.P. Morgan, and Nike. Coach Keren’s new book is out January 21st: Gilded: Breaking Free from the Cage of Ambition, Perfectionism, and the Relentless Pursuit of More. This book is the go-to guide for overachievers and high performers who feel trapped in the endless cycle of chasing success. If you're ready to break free from perfectionism anxiety and discover true fulfillment, this book will guide you toward a life of authenticity and freedom.

Heather and Keren talk about Actionable strategies to overcome perfectionism anxiety and embrace self-reflection for lasting personal growth, Practical insights for high performers and leaders who seek purpose beyond external success and Tools to help you redefine your ambitions and live authentically.

Keren’s Website: www.kereneldad.com

Order Keren’s book: https://www.amazon.com/Gilded-Breaking-Ambition-Perfectionism-Relentless/dp/1684817579

Heather’s Website: www.heatherthomson.com

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The Science of Staying Young: The Power of Mitochondria & Urolithin A Jan 14, 2025

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This episode is all about longevity and support for our mitochondria that helps our cellular health stay young. Heather talks with Jennifer Scheinman, MS, RDN, CDN. Jennifer is a seasoned Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with over 25 years of experience in the field of nutrition and wellness. She holds a master’s degree in integrative and functional nutrition and training from the Institute of Functional Medicine.

As the Senior Manager of Nutrition Affairs at Timeline, she educates healthcare providers and consumers on the role of Urolithin A in supporting mitochondrial health and longevity. Heather and Jenn talk about Mitopure, Urolithin A, and information on keeping our cells and bodies staying vital. Beyond Timeline, Jen is a writer, speaker, and nutrition coach, helping women optimize their health and vitality during the menopause transition and beyond.

Mitopure (Urolithin A), is one of the most clinically studied compound in longevity science. This postbiotic targets age-related decline at its source: your cells.

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Website: www.heatherthomson.com

Social Media: IG: https://www.instagram.com/iamheathert/

You Tube: https://youtube.com/@iamheathert?si=ZvI9l0bhLfTR-qdo

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Jennifer Scheinman IG is: https://www.instagram.com/jenscheinman_nutrition/

Timeline IG is: https://www.instagram.com/timeline_longevity/

Also, you can sign up for the Timeline newsletter about longevity and healthy aging.

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All about Peptides, GLP’s & More with Lauren Rosenberg Jan 07, 2025

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Lauren is a frequent speaker at the Age Management Medicine Group (AMMG) and the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M) conferences.

Lauren’s practice includes Cardiology prevention: Diagnostics and AI analysis to detect dangerous plaque and calcium; advanced lipid testing and cardiovascular genetics

Longevity biomarkers: DNA methylation for biological age, VO2 max testing, Telomere health; Therapeutic plasma exchange

Cancer prevention: methylated DNA screens, preventative MRIs, tumor marker testing. We will have Lauren back to discuss all these other longevity and optimum health subjects.

This episode concentrates on the information pertaining to Peptides, GLP’s etc as they are so popular right now.

Sponsor:

Head to AirDoctorPro.com and use promo code HEATHER to get UP TO $300 off

today!

If you want to contact Lauren for more info, you can reach her via her site: https://myventhealth.com and go to the contact page.

Or email:

vent@myventhealth.com

Website: www.heatherthomson.com

Social Media: IG: https://www.instagram.com/iamheathert/

You Tube: https://youtube.com/@iamheathert?si=ZvI9l0bhLfTR-qdo

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Choosing Me with Kelly Weekers Dec 31, 2024

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Psychologist and best-selling author, Kelly Weekers, was one of The Netherlands' top models, crowned Miss Holland in 2011. At the peak of her modeling career, she stunned the nation when she decided to pivot to become a psychologist. This decision came after experiencing the negative implications of the modeling industry especially on one’s self-esteem. Kelly chose to forge a career in her true passion, Psychology and help people reach their purpose, happiness and authenticity. Her latest and 3rd book ‘Choosing Me’ came out in January 2024. It is the go-to guide to living authentically and being true to yourself.

Her first book Happy Life 365 teaches the art of a joyous mindset. Her second book launched in 2022; The Power of Choice - a personal memoir organically blended with expert advice to empower readers in the power of their personal choices.

Kelly distinguished herself as one of Europe’s leading psychology experts, a regular spokesperson in the international media, and a TV panelist on the topic of mental health and authenticity.

She sold over 300.000 copies of her latest self-published book. She now works exclusively with celebrities and CEOs with harnessing their authenticity in life and business.

She and her family moved from the Netherlands to Ibiza where they are finishing the building of their home. This is now their full-time residence.

Link to Choosing Me: Kelly's Book

https://www.amazon.com/Choosing-Staying-yourself-living-want-ebook/dp/B0CGPXYRSF

Social Media: IG: https://www.instagram.com/iamheathert/

You Tube: https://youtube.com/@iamheathert?si=ZvI9l0bhLfTR-qdo

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