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Late Night Health with Mark Alyn What happens when childhood experiences shape our adult relationships? Can we overcome devastating tragedy, depression, and the emotional scars that follow us through life? On this episode of Late Night Health, host Mark Alyn welcomes two authors whose deeply personal stories explore mental health, family relationships, forgiveness, and the search for happiness.In the first half, Pippa Scott, author of Paper Girls Burn: A Borderline Personality Disorder Memoir, shares an intimate and sometimes darkly humorous account of growing up feeling misunderstood, criticized, and emotionally disconnected from her parents.Scott discusses how those childhood experiences influenced her relationships, her self-image, and eventually her approach to raising her own children. As a mother, she believes that acknowledging mistakes and apologizing to children can help break unhealthy family patterns.A former singer and actress, Scott also explores the therapeutic value of writing. She explains how telling her story helped her recognize recurring patterns in romantic relationships and rediscover her creative independence.The conversation takes an interesting turn when Alyn asks whether people should hug more. Scott emphasizes the importance of human connection while recognizing that physical affection isn't comfortable for everyone. Both express concern about how smartphones and social media increasingly interfere with meaningful personal relationships.Paper Girls Burn is scheduled for release January 8, 2027. In the second half, Jim Minarik, author of Reckoning: A Journey Through Tragedy, Triumph, and Transcendence, shares an extraordinary story beginning with a horrific family tragedy.At 17, Minarik's life changed forever when his older brother murdered his former fiancée. The crime devastated his family and sent Minarik searching for escape through education, entrepreneurship, and eventually extraordinary business success.But success didn't bring lasting peace.After retiring from a highly successful corporate career, Minarik fell into severe depression. He describes how psychotherapy, medication, spiritual exploration, and carefully supervised experiences with psychedelic substances contributed to his personal transformation.Alyn and Minarik examine the difference between being a successful "human doing" and becoming a fulfilled "human being." Their discussion explores forgiveness, spirituality, the importance of living in the present, and whether material accomplishments truly define a meaningful life.Minarik also shares the emotional experience of reconnecting with his brother shortly before his death after 55 years in prison.Two very different books, two remarkable personal journeys, and one powerful message: Healing begins when we confront our past, understand ourselves, and rediscover our connection with others.Learn more at LateNightHealth.com. Minarik's book is available at ReadReckoning.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/late-night-health-radio--2804369/support.

Beyond Digestion:Fiber, Hunger, and Gut Health Could the missing ingredient in your daily diet be fiber?On this episode of Late Night Health, Mark Alyn welcomes nutrition consultant and author Brenda Watson for a lively conversation about fiber and its role in digestive health, the gut microbiome, and feeling satisfied after a meal.Drawing on more than three decades in natural health, Watson explains the differences between soluble and insoluble fiber and discusses how prebiotic fiber feeds beneficial gut bacteria. She also explores the connections between fiber, appetite, sugar cravings, and overall health.The conversation brings the subject straight to the dinner table. From salads and roasted vegetables to fruits, nuts, seeds, and beans, Mark and Brenda discuss everyday ways to add more fiber to meals. Watson emphasizes a food-first approach, gradually increasing intake, and understanding where supplements might help fill a gap.With humor and practical examples, they tackle a topic many people hesitate to discuss—and explain why fiber deserves attention beyond occasional constipation. Watson also previews her forthcoming book, The Hunger Reset, expected in 2027.Learn more at BrendaWatson.com. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/late-night-health-radio--2804369/support.

How long will your business model last before it begins to fail? This is the favorite question corporate consultant Michael Utvich poses to CEOs, typically at their initial meeting. It’s rare that corporate management perceives weakness in its business model. Yet it shows up sooner or later. Typically due to unanticipated events. Think about the industries seriously disrupted by the pandemic... many restaurants failed, some were saved by Uber Eats and DoorDash; business travel virtually ceased and expensive plane flights and hotel stays were replaced by Zoom meetings. Major companies were forced to adapt and innovate or disappear. Through the decades, there are numerous examples of this.  It’s interesting to explore and fascinating to discuss with Michael Utvich who’s been involved in these shifts and changes throughout his 45-year consulting career and that’s exactly what Late Night Health’s Mark Alyn and Michael will discuss today. Key Achievements:Utvich has authored or co-authored nine influential books in the high technology space, contributing to industry knowledge and innovation.He has been a speaker and adjunct professor in interactive media content development at prestigious institutions including UCLA Extension, USC, and the American Film Institute.Notable Clients:Michael collaborated with industry leaders such as Toyota US, Oracle, Ford, all Cendant Corporation Brands, i.e., Century 21, Coldwell Banker, and ERA, successfully driving product launch and development initiatives that have redefined market strategies. Learn more at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/innovationdevelopment/?isSelfProfile=false Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/late-night-health-radio--2804369/support.

What can a woman who ran for president in 1872 teach us about resilience today? Author Kate Danaher joins Mark Alyn on Late Night Health to discuss Unstoppable: The Victoria Woodhull Story, her historical novel about a woman who challenged the political and social expectations of her time. Their conversation connects Woodhull’s determination with the encouragement people can find in stories of courage and survival.Danaher explores Woodhull’s willingness to speak openly about injustice, women’s independence, and the hypocrisy she saw around her. The discussion includes her confrontation with prominent preacher Henry Ward Beecher and the obscenity charges that followed the publication of controversial newspaper articles. Through repeated opposition, Woodhull continued making her voice heard.A former literature professor, Danaher also explains how writing restored the excitement of learning and sharing ideas that she loved about teaching. She describes working with historical researcher Mary Shearer to separate documented events from persistent myths, then imagining the private emotions and conversations between those events.With additional volumes planned, Danaher hopes to bring a fuller picture of Woodhull to readers. This interview offers a lively look at historical storytelling, personal conviction, and the inspiration that comes from watching someone keep going despite extraordinary obstacles.Author and international businessman Peter G. de Krassel returns to Late Night Health for a conversation with Mark Alyn about Israeli-Palestinian relations and his book Custom Maid Palestine. The interview moves beyond the show’s usual health topics to examine conflict, coexistence, and the search for a more secure future.Drawing on his upbringing, schooling, and business experience in the Middle East, de Krassel argues that familiar approaches to Palestinian statehood have failed. He proposes a different regional arrangement in which Israel and neighboring Arab countries would contribute territory toward a new Palestinian state. He describes modern infrastructure and economic opportunity as important elements of that vision.Alyn presses him on why political leaders should consider his ideas. Their exchange also explores relations among Jewish, Muslim, and Christian communities, the influence of social media on public opinion, and de Krassel’s criticism of Benjamin Netanyahu’s government.Throughout the discussion, de Krassel presents his own interpretation of regional history and the political barriers to peace. He acknowledges that acceptance of a new proposal would take time. The result is a challenging conversation inviting listeners to consider his alternative and the human consequences of prolonged conflict. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/late-night-health-radio--2804369/support.

Creativity, purpose and curiosity take center stage on this episode of Late Night Health as host Mark Alyn welcomes novelist and screenwriter Peter Berk. Their conversation explores writing, family legacy, artificial intelligence and why meaningful work has no expiration date.Peter grew up immersed in storytelling. His father, Howard Berk, wrote episodes of television classics including Columbo, Mission: Impossible and The Rockford Files. As an only child, Peter sat beside his father, absorbing lessons about character, suspense and dialogue. He even visited the original Star Trek set.Although Peter first dreamed of becoming a film composer and later spent decades in public relations, he never abandoned writing. During the COVID shutdown, he transformed screenplays written with his father into novels. That decision launched the TimeLock series and allowed Peter to honor his father’s work. Peter did not publish his first novel until he was collecting Social Security, proving that creative achievement can begin at any age.Mark and Peter also examine the opportunities and anxieties surrounding artificial intelligence. Mark uses AI to organize ideas and assist with editing, while Peter employs it primarily for research. Both agree that technology can be valuable, but Peter wants the words carrying his name—and his father’s—to remain genuinely his own.Peter’s newest novel, FireLine, is an eco-disaster thriller about a scientific experiment intended to purify waterways that instead creates a potentially world-ending firestorm. His next project, Merrill Lake Falls, moves in a different direction with a small-town Canadian setting, a science-fiction element and his first female lead.Warm, funny and personal, the conversation shows how storytelling keeps memories alive, connects generations and provides a continuing sense of purpose. Peter’s journey demonstrates that growing older need not mean stepping away from ambition. Sometimes it means finally writing the chapter you were always meant to begin. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/late-night-health-radio--2804369/support.

In this episode of Late Night Health, Mark Alyn talks with traditional naturopathic doctor Randi Shannon about her natural approach to wellness. Randi explains how she uses observations of the face, fingernails, and tongue—along with detailed health and lifestyle information—to help clients better understand their bodies. They also discuss nutrition, hydration, supplements, stress management, spices, personalized wellness programs, and the body’s capacity to heal itself.Learn more at RandiShannon.com. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/late-night-health-radio--2804369/support.

Mark Allen interviews David Caltabiano of AAA about the nationwide “Slow Down, Move Over” campaign. Caltabiano explains the danger faced by stranded motorists, tow-truck operators, and first responders working beside fast-moving traffic. He urges drivers to reduce their speed, move into another lane when it is safe, avoid distractions, and watch the road ahead so they have time to respond. The interview emphasizes that move-over laws exist in all 50 states and that roadside safety is a shared responsibility. Its central message is simple: slowing down and giving roadside workers and stranded drivers more space can save lives. for  infomration check out - https://mwg.aaa.com/slow-down-move-over Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/late-night-health-radio--2804369/support.

This episode of Late Night Health explores two very different paths to healthier living—helping beloved pets stay strong and mobile, and reconsidering the role light may play in human well-being.Host Mark Alyn first welcomes Dr. Kelly Fishman, a veterinary sports medicine and rehabilitation specialist and founder of Strutt Animal Mobility Specialists in Pennsylvania. Fishman explains that a walk around the block may not provide enough activity for many dogs, particularly working breeds such as Labrador retrievers, border collies and Australian shepherds. Strength and cardiovascular exercises—including canine squats, planks and jumps—can help build muscle, support joints, manage weight and reduce behavior problems caused by excess energy.Fishman also shares practical advice for senior pets and owners with limited mobility. Dog treadmills, elevated exercise surfaces and carefully selected nutritional support can offer useful alternatives. For cats, whose arthritis often goes unnoticed, she emphasizes weight management, muscle support and attentive care. Her warm-weather tips include adding water to canned food and offering frozen blueberries or cucumber for extra hydration. Beyond physical health, Fishman discusses the emotional benefits pets provide, especially for older adults and people living alone.In the second half, Italian physician, ophthalmologist, musician and author Dr. Roberto Pinelli joins the program from Switzerland. His book, Awakening the Pineal Gland, examines the small gland located deep within the brain and its connections to light, melatonin, sleep and circadian rhythms.Blending neuroscience, ancient symbolism and personal intuition, Pinelli describes his research into carefully modulated light and sound. He argues that light should be viewed not simply as a danger, but as a form of biological nourishment when experienced responsibly—particularly during gentler morning and late-afternoon hours. While several of his broader therapeutic ideas remain unconventional, the conversation offers a fascinating look at his effort to connect ophthalmology, nature, consciousness and spirituality. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/late-night-health-radio--2804369/support.

Flu season can arrive sooner—and spread faster—than many people expect. In this special edition of Late Night Health, host Mark Alyn speaks with Dr. Samantha Picking, Senior Director of Immunizations at Walgreens, about how older adults and other high-risk individuals can prepare for the coming respiratory illness season.Dr. Picking explains why September and October are generally the best months to receive a flu shot, giving the body approximately two weeks to build protection before cases begin to rise. She also addresses one of the most persistent misconceptions about vaccination: the flu shot cannot give you the flu. Mild soreness, aches, or a brief fever may occur after vaccination, but these temporary reactions are different from an influenza infection.The conversation also explores the enhanced flu vaccines recommended for adults 65 and older, how scientists determine which influenza strains to include in each year’s vaccine, and why declining vaccination rates remain a public-health concern. In addition, Dr. Picking discusses other important vaccines—including RSV, COVID-19, pneumococcal disease, and shingles—and explains that multiple vaccines can safely be administered during the same visit.Listeners will also learn how pharmacists can review their health history, medications, and vaccination records to help identify which immunizations may be appropriate. With many vaccines available at little or no cost through Medicare or private insurance, this timely interview offers practical guidance for staying protected throughout flu season—and reminds listeners that their neighborhood pharmacist can be an accessible, trusted source of information and care. Dr. Picking joins Mark Alyn on this edition of Late Night Health. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/late-night-health-radio--2804369/support.

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Mark Alyn will have an amazing discussion today with Kate Danaher, author of Unstoppable: The Victoria Woodhull Story.  Question… Who was the first woman to run for United States president? When did she do so? Most people are surprised to learn that this occurred in 1872… before women even had the right to vote.  That candidate, Victoria Woodhull, was jailed on election day! Despite that, over 100 women have subsequently run for president, including:  ·      Belva Ann Lockwood·      Ellen Linea W. Jensen ·      Mary Kennery ·      Agnes Waters ·      Margaret Chase Smith ·      Charlene Mitchell ·      Patsy Takemoto Mink ·      Shirley Chisholm ·      Linda Jenness ·      Evelyn Reed ·      Margaret Wright ·      Ellen McCormack ·      Maureen Smith ·      Deirdre Griswold ·      Sonia Johnson ·      Gavrielle Holmes ·      Patricia Schroeder·      Lenora B. Fulani ·      Willa Kenoyer ·      Helen Halyard ·      Isabell Masters ·      Gloria La Riva ·      Monica Moorehead ·      Marsha Feinland ·      Mary Cal Hollis ·      Diane Beall Templin ·      Carol Moseley Braun ·      Elizabeth Hanford Dole ·      Cynthia McKinney ·      Michele Bachmann ·      Jill Stein ·      Roseanne Barr ·      Peta Lindsay ·      Carly Fiorina ·      Hillary Rodham Clinton ·      Tulsi Gabbard ·      Kirsten Gillibrand·      Elizabeth Warren ·      Amy Klobuchar ·      Jo Jorgensen ·      Marianne Williamson ·      Nikki Haley ·      Kamala Harris ·      Claudia De la Cruz Unstoppable: The Victoria Woodhull Story is an historical novel based on her life.  It explores her youth, her marriages, her friendship with Henry Ward Beecher’s sister, Isabella Beecher Hooker, and her relationships with Susan B. Anthony and Elizabeth Cady Stanton. From a struggling childhood to the center of New York’s political and financial elite, Woodhull battles scandal, ridicule, betrayal and impossible odds as she fights to claim power in a world determined to silence women. Alongside her brilliant and fiercely loyal sister, Tennessee, she challenges the political establishment, confronts hypocrisy, and risks everything to demand equality. It is the story of the ideals she fought for, the slanders she withstood, and her determination to go on, even to the point of deceiving the authorities, so she could deliver her story. This is Kate Danaher’s first novel. She is an award-winning writer whose feature screenplays have received accolades in over two dozen festivals and competitions. Her honors included both Best Period Drama and Outstanding Drama. Learn more at: https://www.katedanaher.com/  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/late-night-health-radio--2804369/support.

Can affordable housing be fixed? Is there a new path toward peace in the Middle East? On this episode of Late Night Health, Mark Alyn welcomes attorney and author Peter G. D. for an in-depth discussion of two issues dominating headlines around the world. They explore rising housing costs, rent control, home ownership, and Peter's innovative proposal for addressing the housing crisis. The conversation then shifts to Israel and Palestine as Peter explains his vision for a new two-state solution. It's an engaging, thought-provoking conversation that challenges assumptions and encourages listeners to think beyond today's headlines. Peter's current books are "Customade Maid House" and "Custom Madid Palenstine".  Peter joins Mark Alyn for these stimulating discussions.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/late-night-health-radio--2804369/support.

In today's business world, we're often told that success comes from being tougher, louder, more aggressive, and willing to outwork or outmaneuver everyone around us. But what if that advice is wrong? On this episode of Late Night Health, Mark Alyn sits down with public relations executive, entrepreneur, and bestselling author Amy Summers to explore a different path to success—one built on mentorship, leadership, and helping others rise. Amy's new book, Lift: 10 Mentorship Touchpoints to Empower Your Team and Accelerate Your Own Career, challenges the old-school belief that success is a zero-sum game. Instead, she argues that leaders who invest in others often discover that their own careers grow faster as a result. Drawing on more than two decades of building teams and mentoring young professionals, Amy shares the lessons she's learned about developing talent, creating healthy workplace cultures, and why kindness and accountability can coexist. She explains why toxic leadership still exists, why so many people stay trapped in unhealthy work environments, and how a new generation of leaders can create something better. The conversation also explores the rapidly changing world of technology, media, and communications. Amy discusses how mentoring can help leaders stay relevant, why picking up the phone is becoming a competitive advantage again, and how meaningful relationships remain the foundation of successful public relations and business growth. Along the way, Mark and Amy share stories from a friendship and professional relationship that spans more than three decades, creating an engaging and often humorous conversation packed with practical insights for professionals at every stage of their careers. Whether you're a business owner, manager, entrepreneur, mentor, mentee, or simply someone looking for a better way to succeed, this episode offers a refreshing reminder: helping others succeed may be one of the smartest career moves you'll ever make. Watch, listen, and discover why lifting others up might be the key to lifting yourself higher. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/late-night-health-radio--2804369/support.

In today's business world, we're often told that success comes from being tougher, louder, more aggressive, and willing to outwork or outmaneuver everyone around us. But what if that advice is wrong? On this episode of Late Night Health, Mark Alyn sits down with public relations executive, entrepreneur, and bestselling author Amy Summers to explore a different path to success—one built on mentorship, leadership, and helping others rise. Amy's new book, Lift: 10 Mentorship Touchpoints to Empower Your Team and Accelerate Your Own Career, challenges the old-school belief that success is a zero-sum game. Instead, she argues that leaders who invest in others often discover that their own careers grow faster as a result. Drawing on more than two decades of building teams and mentoring young professionals, Amy shares the lessons she's learned about developing talent, creating healthy workplace cultures, and why kindness and accountability can coexist. She explains why toxic leadership still exists, why so many people stay trapped in unhealthy work environments, and how a new generation of leaders can create something better. The conversation also explores the rapidly changing world of technology, media, and communications. Amy discusses how mentoring can help leaders stay relevant, why picking up the phone is becoming a competitive advantage again, and how meaningful relationships remain the foundation of successful public relations and business growth. Along the way, Mark and Amy share stories from a friendship and professional relationship that spans more than three decades, creating an engaging and often humorous conversation packed with practical insights for professionals at every stage of their careers. Whether you're a business owner, manager, entrepreneur, mentor, mentee, or simply someone looking for a better way to succeed, this episode offers a refreshing reminder: helping others succeed may be one of the smartest career moves you'll ever make. Watch, listen, and discover why lifting others up might be the key to lifting yourself higher. Learn more about LIft at: https://lifttolead.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/late-night-health-radio--2804369/support.

Successful leaders spend decades building companies, solving problems, creating jobs, and shaping industries. Along the way, they accumulate something even more valuable than financial success: experience, wisdom, and stories that can inspire future generations. The challenge is that many of those stories are never preserved. How did they get started? What obstacles nearly derailed their journey? Which decisions changed the course of their lives and careers? What lessons did they learn through success, failure, risk, and perseverance? These are the stories that family members often wish they had asked about—and future generations wish they could hear firsthand. Every successful entrepreneur, founder, executive, and business leader carries a unique history. Yet those memories frequently remain scattered across conversations, personal notes, and fading recollections. Without deliberate effort, much of that knowledge can be lost. That's the idea behind Captains of Industry: Your Enduring Legacy, a program designed to help accomplished professionals preserve their life stories in a beautifully crafted hardcover book that can be shared with family, friends, colleagues, and future generations. A legacy memoir is more than a collection of memories. It captures: • The risks taken to build a career or business • The challenges overcome along the way • The turning points that shaped success • The leadership lessons learned through decades of experience For families, these books preserve personal history and values. For colleagues and emerging leaders, they provide practical insight gained through real-world experience. For future generations, they offer inspiration, perspective, and a deeper understanding of what it took to build a meaningful life and career. Many people assume writing a memoir requires years of work. The Captains of Industry process is designed to simplify the experience through a series of guided interviews. Professional writers and editors help transform those conversations into a compelling narrative while managing every stage of development, editing, design, and publication. The team behind the project includes several accomplished storytellers. Dr. Kenneth Atchity is a literary manager, film producer, editor, and author who has worked on more than 400 books and helped guide more than 20 authors to New York Times bestseller status. A Yale Ph.D., former professor, Fulbright scholar, and longtime contributor to the Los Angeles Times Book Review, he has spent a lifetime helping people tell meaningful stories. Joining him is Robert Rivenbark, a career professional writer and Amazon bestselling author whose science-fiction novel, The Cloud, earned #1 bestseller status. Rivenbark serves as a lead interviewer and writer for the Captains of Industry memoir program. The interview process is intentionally relaxed and conversational, typically requiring three to five hours that can be scheduled in multiple sessions. Those interviews are transcribed, professionally edited, and transformed into a polished 50- to 100-page memoir, custom bound to the client's preferences. For many leaders, the result is something far more valuable than a business record. It becomes a lasting gift—a way to ensure that the lessons, values, and stories that shaped their lives continue to inspire others long into the future. To learn more, visit www.storymerchant.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/late-night-health-radio--2804369/support.