Health & Human Performance Episodes

Guest: Donna Monthei of Evervital Health doesn’t flinch when the conversation gets uncomfortable-in fact, she runs straight at it. From probiotics and metabolism to gut health and yes, poop, Donna believes your body is always telling the truth… you just have to be willing to listen. In this episode, we cut through the wellness fluff and talk about what’s actually driving fatigue, inflammation, and the slow creep of “not feeling like yourself.” Donna brings a practical, no-nonsense approach to fu...

Guest: Dancing With The Roots and Rocks!-In this episode, we sit down with Jackie Howard — better known in endurance circles as SPROUT-a relentless athlete who proves grit isn’t loud, it’s consistent. From early morning miles to long-course suffering, SPROUT has built a reputation for showing up, digging deep, and outlasting the noise. We talk about what fuels her engine, how she handles the mental side of endurance, and why growth-real growth-comes from choosing hard things on purpose. If you’v...

Guest: 🎙️ Gretchen Palmer, Ascension Seton OBGYN Gretchen Palmer cuts through the noise around women’s health with clarity, compassion, and zero fluff. As a provider with Ascension Seton OBGYN, she tackles the stuff people whisper about—or Google at 2 a.m.—with straight talk and real expertise. On the podcast, she breaks down reproductive and hormonal health in a way that’s honest, empowering, and refreshingly human. Smart, grounded, and unafraid to go there, Gretchen brings the kind of perspect...

Guest: Chris Wilson, CEO and Founder of Mercury Human Performance (MHP), trains people for reality, not comfort. His background includes years spent around firearms, performance training, and environments where mistakes carry real consequences—not theoretical ones. Through MHP and Gun Fighter Gym, he combines hard physical training with disciplined shooting, movement, and decision-making under stress. The emphasis is on safety, accountability, and competence when things get messy. No hype, no sh...

Guest: Jenni Abdullah is the founder of Cielo Behavior Health and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst with over a decade of experience supporting individuals from toddlerhood through adulthood, building her work around expanding access to care beyond age limits, diagnoses, and waitlists. Omar is a business development professional, interdisciplinary scholar, and former comedian who holds a PhD in Cultural Studies and works at the intersection of business, culture, and human behavior. Together, th...

Monologue: ChatGPT Makes Fun of Us Stetson is 160 Years Old Married Bachelors Guest: Dr. Tom Burns is a renowned orthopedic surgeon who has built a career at the intersection of elite sports, medicine, and entrepreneurship. He served as a team doctor for the U.S. Olympic Ski Team, providing world-class care to athletes performing at the highest level. Alongside his surgical work, he co-founded Presario Ventures, becoming a respected voice in real estate investing and financial education for prof...

Monologue: Contest Mushy Steak Town Lake Toxins Short Mama's Cloning? Good Idea? Guest: Even young people need this info so they can make sure their parents and grandparents are in a good place. Chad Hardy is the guy who somehow makes Medicare make sense. (We know. Miracles are real.) As the founder of Oakline Benefits, he’s built a reputation for guiding seniors and their families through Part A, B, C, D, and all the fine print in between, with clarity, patience, and just enough humor to keep e...

Monologue: Waco Surf-Cowabunga! N. Hays County EMS Tax-Prop. A Texas Foods Ruined Bike Seats in Portland New Car Search is OVER! Guest: Meet Sariah Welch Lopez, owner of Serasana Belterra in Dripping Springs, where ancient healing arts meet modern business savvy. After a successful career in operations and process improvement, Sariah traded bureaucracy for balance, creating a space where yoga, acupuncture, massage, cupping, and herbal remedies come together under one roof—with an organic tea bar...

Monologue: Close Captioning For The Young Yogurt Shop Murders Aging to 117? New Car Buying Blues Guest: Donna Mallett Brown has lived with MS (Multiple Sclerosis) for nearly 35 years and has transformed her journey into a life of advocacy, mentorship, and inspiration. As a paraplegic, she navigates life with grace, resilience, and a contagious positive spirit. Donna is passionate about empowering others facing disabilities and mentoring those who seek guidance and encouragement. Sister to Steve ...

Monologue: Nashville Uber Ride from HellFlaming Robo-taxis Coming to AustinTriggeredJacob's Well UpdateShamanismMorgan Daily Jackson is the heart and soul behind Tending the Heart—an energy healing practice rooted in compassion, intention, and transformation. As an Energetic Practitioner and Ordained Shamanic Minister, Morgan views her work not just as a practice, but as a sacred mission to help heal the world, one soul at a time. With every session, offering, and moment shared, she wal...

Monologue: Inspector FindsZombie Apocalypse Cities to Move toHomelessness in Hays CountyRevenge is AddictingGuest: Patton is a talented young artist and an inspiration to many. Diagnosed with juvenile arthritis in kindergarten, her life changed dramatically—from being an active little girl to struggling with everyday movements. Nicknamed “Sleeping Beauty” by her parents due to constant fatigue, Patton has endured countless hospital visits and surgeries, including a jaw replacement after arthr...

Monologue: Waldorf Astoria coming to the Hill Country Drones on Demand NERF Wars 6000 Year Old Texas Residents Hemp update from State Capital Guest: As Head Football Coach and Athletic Director at Dripping Springs High School, Galen Zimmerman is more than just a play-caller—he’s a mentor, leader, and architect of a winning culture. His coaching philosophy goes beyond X’s and O’s, instilling discipline, resilience, and teamwork in every athlete who steps onto the field. Under his leadership, the ...

Monologue: The Law of Furries Ya'll Street 23 and Me or Not Online Life is Dying Austin Hits a Milestone Guest: Dr. Nadia Bening is a board-certified psychiatrist and the owner of Texas Hill Country TMS. She specializes in transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), a non-invasive treatment that uses magnetic pulses to stimulate brain activity. Research indicates that TMS can activate underactive neural pathways associated with depression, increase dopamine levels, improve blood flow, and enhance n...

Monologue: Christmas Lights in the Austin Area Vanity Plates Cognitive Shuffling Potluck Hierarchy Backyard Ultras Guest: Denver Fredenburg, a dynamic entrepreneur and fitness enthusiast from Dripping Springs, Texas, is driven by his passion for growth, wellness, and inspiring others. Known for his motivational energy and "DBAP" philosophy of resilience and perseverance, Denver empowers individuals to push limits and achieve their best. He’s a catalyst for success in his community. Denver’s visi...

Send us a text Monologue: DS Good News! HEB and Pastors are Released from Prison EXTREME RENTING Chase Glitch for Idiots Aging in Waves Better Names-Disco Chickens and Battle Unicorns Mallett Challenges Michelle Guest: Justin Donald has challenged the traditional model of investing for retirement and income. His best selling book The Lifestyle Investor has created a community of like minded investors whose goal is to create a passive income to replace a monthly paycheck. He now teaches people ho...

Send us a Text Message. Monologue: Dripping News! Elections, Crashes, TX Dot Project, New Restaurants in Town Stagflation?? Opioid Deaths In Austin Michelle Poisons Steve's Ibuprofen Bee's Knees Austin Airport Turns 25! Guest: Before Dr. Sarah Saxon was a facial plastic surgeon, she was an artist. Having had formal art classes starting at the young age of 7, she knew her talents and aptitude for portrait drawing would one day be incorporated into her professional life in some way. A native of ...

Send us a Text Message. Monologue: Red Arena Round Up Bats Are On The Move! Marathon Denied Universal Basic Income Test for Austin Dripping Springs News Don't Drop Your Cell Phone 300 Feet! Guest: Sarah Pevehouse is a proven leader and self-starter. She has worked with the public in one capacity or another over the last 20+ yrs. Starting in the Fall of 2024 she will be the director of the Dripping Springs chapter of Apogee Schools. Apogee Schools offers a curriculum where students can excel outs...

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Monologue: Heat Tips from Idiots Hot Cars for Kids and Pets Turtle Tips Drug Abuse Pandemic Guest: Micah Scott shares his journey from starting to drink at age fourteen to his current sobriety. The lessons he learned along the way are valuable to everyone. We get a deep insight into how an intelligent and seemingly happy young man can fall into alcohol and drug use. His story is one of hope, struggle, love, and kindness of strangers. This is a powerful episode and one to share with a friend that...

Monologue: Voice Mail Comedy Contest Tween Scene at the Dripping Springs Ranch Park Gathering of the Kyles Father's Day Present Memories SPAM Texts Out of Control Guest: David Ambrico went to college to learn design, but his early career centered on styling entire looks for clients at the front of the house. Later, he made the switch to a profession on Wall Street. He took his experience and talent for style with him and it turned out to be the secret of his success as a businessman. David belie...

Monologue: New Found Celebrity Status GMO Foods at Your HEB The Ghosts of Driskill Hotel What Day Did You Start Feeling Older? Eastern VS. Western Medicine Guest: Dr. Michelle Wendt, L.Ac., DACM is the founder & owner of Indigo Healing Acupuncture, PLLC. Michelle completed her Master of Science Degree at the Institute of Clinical Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine and is a Licensed Acupuncturist in Hawaii and Texas. She is a certified Diplomate of Oriental Medicine (Dipl. O.M.) by the National Ce...

Monologue: Always Get Multiple Bids When Ordering a Survey No Mow May Allergies Are On The Rise The Best and Worst Drinks Guest: Ali Miller, RD, LD, CDE is a Registered Dietitian with a naturopathic background and a contagious passion for using nutrients and food as the foundation of treatment protocols and programs. She is the author of international best seller The Anti-Anxiety Diet, as well as The Anti-Anxiety Diet Cookbook, and Naturally Nourished: Food-As-Medicine for Optimal Health. We d...

Monologue: Title IV Signed in 1972 Protecting Woman's Sports Weird True Facts-How Many Pro Teams are in Texas Guest: Coach Kane has led his women's Volley Ball Teams to six State Championships. He is a dedicated coach that strives to get the best out of his players. We talk about his coaching philosophy, his coaching style and why he's been so successful. You will learn a lot about how you can run a business, coach a team or just handle challenges and life. We talk about life's defining moments ...