Sounds of Health

In this powerful re‑release, host Dave MacNiven sits down with longtime friend and Southern Connecticut State University leader Frank LaDore for a conversation that blends vulnerability, resilience, and the profound lessons found in grief.

Frank—development professional, former professor of Death, Dying, and Bereavement, school‑security consultant, and owner of Frankie’s Bar & Grill—opens up about the experiences that shaped ...

In this episode of Sounds of Health, host Dave MacNiven sits down with Dr. Marisol Ostrov, a nationally certified diabetes care and education specialist and the founder of WellBetic, a virtual platform designed to make diabetes education more flexible, accessible, and holistic.

Dr. Ostrov shares the personal story that shaped her mission, including her father’s diagnosis and unexpected passing from diabetes-related complications. ...

Re-release of Episode 49 – Keep Kids in the Game, Keep the Fields Alive Guest: Rick Stockfield, Founder & President, 3 Up 3 Down Organization, Inc.

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In this inspiring episode of Sounds of Health, host David MacNiven sits down with Rick Stockfield, the passionate founder of 3 Up 3 Down Organization, Inc.—a nonprofit dedicated to supporting youth ba...

In this energizing kickoff episode, Dave MacNiven sits down with Casey McKeon—geriatric exercise physiologist, head coach at Orange Theory Fitness Guilford, and former natural men’s physique bodybuilding champion—to explore the science, mindset, and real‑world impact of fitness at every age.

Casey shares how he went from a 105‑pound musical theater kid to a certified exercise physiologist who trained himself to win a bodybuilding c...

Quinnipiac University’s Karla Natale shares her journey from alum to Associate Vice President overseeing community partnerships and university events. She highlights impactful initiatives such as the Bobcat Stride walking program, Quinnipiac’s age‑friendly university efforts, lifelong learning opportunities, and the wide range of campus rentals and events that bring people together.

Karla explains how these programs strengthen com...

Re-release: Ep. 31 - "Fly Over the Earth" - Antonio Tovar - Hoka One One

Sounds of Health proudly presents its first brand‑sponsored episode featuring Hoka Field Experience Representative Antonio Tovar—a biomedical engineer, ultra‑marathon runner, and adaptive running guide whose passion for movement is matched only by his commitment to helping others thrive. 

Antonio shares insights from the trail, the lab, and the adaptive runnin...

In this episode, the hosts of Sounds of Health discuss the upcoming season of their podcast, sharing insights into their planning process, community engagement, and future goals. They express excitement about new episodes, the importance of storytelling, and the role of their insurance agency in supporting the podcast.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Season Three

03:11 Behind the Scenes of Podcasting

06:00 Engaging with the Communit...

Caring for a loved one with memory loss can feel overwhelming, isolating, and exhausting — but you don’t have to navigate it alone. In this episode of Sounds of Health, Dave sits down with Tracy Weiss, owner of Right at Home Middle Connecticut, for a powerful conversation about dementia care, caregiver burnout, and the brand‑new Medicare GUIDE Program that is finally providing real support for families at home.

Tracy breaks down h...

In this powerful and eye‑opening episode of Sounds of Health, host Dave MacNiven sits down with Attorney Steve Rubin of Drazen Rubin Law LLC to explore what it truly means to plan for the future—before crisis hits.

Steve shares the personal story that led him into elder law, the philosophy behind his firm’s “trail guides on the path of life” approach, and why proactive planning is one of the greatest gifts we can give ourselves an...

In this deeply moving episode of Sounds of Health, we sit down with Jennifer Cretella‑Brown, Executive Director, and Olivia Rooney, Program Manager of Hope After Loss—a nonprofit dedicated to supporting families navigating pregnancy and infant loss.

Jennifer shares her long connection to the organization and her transition from board member to executive director, while Olivia opens up about the loss of her daughter, Lily Rose, and...

What does it take to build a brand that people don’t just recognize—but truly love? In this episode of Sounds of Health, host Dave MacNiven sits down with Jeremy Staub, founder of Box Eight, to explore the art and strategy behind hospitality branding.

Jeremy shares his journey from illustrator and pharmaceutical advertising to launching Box Eight, a design studio now shaping restaurant and consumer brands across the country. He op...

In this episode of Sounds of Health, host David MacNiven sits down with Dr. George Lewis, founder and CEO of ZetrOZ Systems, to explore the groundbreaking world of Sustained Acoustic Medicine (sam®). Dr. Lewis shares his journey from a family of engineers to pioneering wearable ultrasound technology that helps millions of arthritis patients, veterans, and athletes manage pain and accelerate recovery—without drugs or surgery.

Disco...

In this inspiring conversation, host David MacNiven welcomes Jane Strong, founder of The Equus Effect, to explore how horses help us reconnect with our bodies, set healthy boundaries, and build authentic relationships. Jane shares her journey from childhood riding and competitive equestrian sports to rediscovering horses decades later as partners in healing.

Listeners will discover how equine-assisted programs support veterans, fi...

In this heartfelt conversation, host Dave McNiven sits down with Eileen Hansen, Senior Manager of Volunteer Services at Yale New Haven Hospital, and John Carubia, a volunteer patient aid whose own health journey inspired him to give back. Together, they share powerful stories of resilience, the impact of volunteerism, and the connections that transform hospital care.

From John’s recovery after cardiac arrest and a pedestrian accid...

What if food assistance felt more like a trip to the market than a last resort?

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Linda Craig and Nancy Stockman of Masters Manna, a Wallingford-based nonprofit transforming how communities experience food support. From grocery-style food pantries and chef-prepared meals to clothing distribution and homebound deliveries, Masters Manna is restoring dignity, one shopping cart at a time.

You’...

What starts as a routine day ends in the ER—and sparks a journey of resilience, reinvention, and purpose. In this episode, we sit down with Bill Giaquinto, Founder & Managing Partner of Nutmeg Advisory Group, to hear how a sudden AFib episode led to the discovery of a genetic heart condition and ultimately inspired him to build a thriving financial advisory practice rooted in empathy and mentorship.

Whether you're navigating y...

In this heartfelt episode of Sounds of Health, host David MacNiven welcomes Candice Brown, Senior Account Manager at Careforth, to share her personal journey and professional mission to support family caregivers. From becoming a caregiver at age nine after her mother’s accident to leading outreach across Connecticut, Candice brings empathy, insight, and practical guidance to those caring for loved ones at home.

Learn how the Conne...

What if your gym could also be your doctor’s office?

In this episode, host David MacNiven sits down with Mike Ranfone, founder of Ranfone Training Systems, and Dr. Marko Lujic, MD, of RTS Health a Yale undergraduate and St. George’s University-trained surgeon who left corporate medicine to help reimagine how we approach health. Together, they share the story of a lifelong friendship turned radical collaboration—where performance m...

This week on Sounds of Health, host Dave welcomes Becca Allen, a licensed clinical social worker and death doula whose work brings compassion, clarity, and community to end-of-life planning. Becca shares her personal and professional journey—from growing up in a family rooted in service to her transformative experiences at Paul Newman’s Hole in the Wall Gang Camp.

Through heartfelt stories and practical wisdom, Becca invites us to...