Sounds of Health

Kristen Johnson of BBB Connecticut joins Sounds of Health for a powerful conversation on today’s fastest‑growing scams, how AI is making fraud harder to spot, and why adopting a scam survivor mindset can help people recover emotionally and financially. Kristen shares real stories from Connecticut residents, breaks down the most common red flags, and explains how tools like BBB Scam Tracker and the Scam Survivor Toolkit can pr...

Dave sits down with international guest Natalya Berdikyan — Founder and Chief Energy Officer of Life by Design — to explore what true alignment looks like in business and life. Natalya shares her journey from running a chocolate factory in Brussels to becoming a certified coach, Harvard‑trained health & nutrition specialist, and leader of transformational retreats. Feeling “drained and exhausted… it jus...

In this episode, Dave sits down with Kim Vertrees and Julie Cruz of Assisted Living Home Care Services for a deep, honest look at what aging in place really means for today’s families. Kim shares how her journey began at just sixteen — “They asked if I wanted to take part in a nurse’s aide class…” — while Julie reflects on her unexpected shift from pre‑med to nursing — “I like ...

We’re revisiting one of our most memorable conversations with actor, writer, voiceover artist, and Navy veteran Louis "Louie G" Gaudio in this re‑release of a listener favorite. Lou’s journey—from military service to personal training to producing live theater and hosting Robots vs. Dinosaurs—offers a unique look at how creativity, discipline, and wellness intersect.

In this episode, Louie opens up about nav...

In this episode of Sounds of Health, host Dave MacNiven talks with Paula Wilson and Christopher Rogers, the founders of VB3: Veterans Build Better Businesses. They share how VB3 helps veterans rediscover purpose after service, navigate the challenges of transition, and build meaningful businesses with real community support. Paula discusses her experience as a caregiver to her husband, a veteran living with a traumatic brain injury...

"Put your shoes on and get out the door!" reccomends our guest Heidi Langan to host Dave MacNiven during this re-released episode. "A 14-min mile is just as far as a 6-min mile."

Heidi is the owner and founder of H4Fitness where she has trained hundreds of adults and children in endurance, strength training, speed, agility, and balance. She is the Head Coach at Orangetheory Fitness New Haven and Head Coach for St. Joe's Boys & ...

In this episode of Sounds of Health, Dave sits down with Steven Martorelli — founder and CEO of Turnkey — for a deep dive into entrepreneurship, culture design, offshoring, and the personal growth philosophy he calls Remarkable‑ism. Steven shares how Turnkey evolved from a basement startup in 2009 into a global operation with a thriving team in the Philippines, and how intentional leadership, personal development, and w...

Sounds of Health continues its live broadcast from Hamden Town Center Park for Hamden Fest 2026, capturing the second half of a full day dedicated to community connection, local business engagement, and real-time conversations with the people shaping Hamden’s future. Host Dave MacNiven and producer Jason Carubia return to the tent as the afternoon crowd grows, spotlighting energy-efficiency partners, public health advocates, ...

This re-released episode of Sounds of Health brings back a powerful conversation between host Dave MacNiven and advocate, activist, and Better Ways LLC founder Duncan Markovich. Together they explore cannabis as an alternative medicine and take a deep dive into the complex landscape of health, culture, and the rapidly growing world of legal plant-based products. Duncan shares his personal healing journey, the mission behind Better ...

Sounds of Health broadcasts live from Hamden Town Center Park for Hamden Fest 2026, bringing listeners a full day of community stories, local business highlights, and live conversations from one of the region’s most anticipated annual events. Host Dave MacNiven, producer Jason Carubia, and Nutmeg Insurance Advisors agent Marco Rosales guide the day’s coverage while introducing new Sounds of Health digital production ser...

Dave talks with Judith Bishop and Jane Ferrall of the Community Dining Room, a shoreline nonprofit serving Branford, East Haven, North Branford, Guilford, and Old Saybrook. They share how their team provides free daily meals, family dinners, homebound delivery, senior meals, the Branford Diaper Bank, the Community Free Shop, and access to the mobile food pantry. Judy and Jane discuss the growing needs of working families, seniors, ...

Host Dave MacNiven and Hamden Regional Chamber of Commerce President Nancy Dudchik discuss the "Hello Hamden" app and all the exciting events in the next few months including the Madras Open Golf Tournament, Hamden Fest, and the Healtcare Warrior Awards.

You can find the Hamden Regional Chamber of Commerce on: fb: hamdenregionalchamber ig: hamdenchamber https://hamdenregionalchamber.com

To contact: ph: 203-288-6431 email: hcc@hamde...

Dave MacNiven brings Sounds of Health to Socceroof in Hamden, Connecticut for a special World Cup kickoff episode recorded live on opening day. He’s joined by Christine Huber from Socceroof, Frank LaDore from Frankie's Bar & Grill, Konstantin Tartakovsky of the American Outlaws, and Tyler Newman of Hamden United, creating a full panel representing the heartbeat of Connecticut’s soccer community.

Together they explor...

This re‑release revisits our conversation with Nick D’Agnillo, CEO of Nexus Property Management, and general manager Mick Lefort. Nick shares how a path from high‑stakes blackjack to professional poker led him into real estate and ultimately to building a multi‑state property management franchise. Mick adds his perspective on joining Nexus and helping investors make smarter financial decisions. Together they break down the ba...

Upcycling, Creativity & Community with Tea Montgomery of Threads by Tea and Rebekah Fraser of Trash to Fashion

This week on Sounds of Health, Dave sits down with multidisciplinary artist and creative entrepreneur Tea Montgomery of Threads by Tea, alongside Trash to Fashion founding director Rebekah Fraser. Together they explore how creativity, sustainability, and community action intersect to support physical, emotional, and en...

This week, Sounds of Health brings you a re‑released conversation with exercise physiologist and Joint Effort Guided Exercise founder George Norden — originally streamed live on Facebook and still one of our most impactful episodes for listeners over 50.

George shares how adults in their 50s, 60s, 70s, and beyond can safely regain strength, stamina, balance, and energy — and why the right environment and accountability ...

In this episode, Dave welcomes back returning guest Steve Terreri, Vice President and co‑founder of the Paul Dosti KARE Foundation, for a heartfelt conversation about legacy, community, and the mission behind KARE: Kindness Always Rewards Everyone. Steve shares how the foundation was created in Paul Dosti’s memory and how it now provides two $5,000 monthly grants to families affected by glioblastoma and hypertrophic cardiomyo...

Sounds of Health welcomes a powerful and deeply moving conversation with Mike Song, race director of the Song Strong 5K and father of Ethan Song, who tragically lost his life in 2018 due to an unsecured firearm. Mike shares the story no parent ever imagines having to tell — the day everything changed, the moment reality shattered, and the commitment he and his family made to turn unimaginable loss into meaningful action.

In t...

Wellbeing coach Lee Ann Dangelo returns to Sounds of Health three years after her first appearance, and her journey since then has been nothing short of transformational. In this conversation, Lee Ann shares how her work and her life have fully merged into one intentional way of being, and how that shift has shaped her coaching practice, her relationships, and her purpose.

Lee Ann opens up about navigating life after loss, rediscov...