Sounds of Health
Sounds of Health seeks to shine a light on the path to improved health. The podcast highlights the people, organizations, and resources available to help improve physical, emotional, and financial well-being. Join us on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment as we explore expert insights, practical tips, and real-life stories to help you achieve a balanced and healthy life. In each episode, our host David MacNiven engages in thoughtful conversations with health and wellness professionals, psychologists, financial experts, and individuals who have overcome personal challenges. From discussing the latest fitness trends and nutrition hacks to exploring mindfulness techniques and emotional resilience strategies, The podcast provides a guide for navigating your path to improved health. Sounds of Health is brought to you by Nutmeg Insurance Advisors and recorded at the offices of Nutmeg Advisory Group in North Haven, CT. Producer and Host: Dave MacNiven Producer: Jason Carubia Music: Rob Hames
Episodes
Featuring Dr. Carolyn Gross & Dr. Jennifer Lansdowne of CareFur Veterinarians
This week on Sounds of Health, Dr. Carolyn Gross and Dr. Jennifer Lansdowne share the story behind CareFur Veterinarians, a woman-led clinic in Madison, CT that’s redefining what it means to care — for pets, their people, and the broader community.
From Bennifer-inspired branding to thoughtfully ...
Episode 50: See Ability — A Dementia Positive Philosophy Guests: Erica DeFrancesco & Stella | LiveWell
In this heartfelt and hopeful episode, host Dave MacNiven sits down with Erica DeFrancesco, Director of Community Education at LiveWell, and Stella, a volunteer living with early-onset Alzheimer’s, to share how dignity, purpose, and community can thrive beyond diagnosis.
Together, they explore LiveWell’s “dementia positive” p...
Episode 49 – Keep Kids in the Game, Keep the Fields Alive Guest: Rick Stockfield, Founder & President, 3 Up 3 Down Organization, Inc.
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 baseball, empowering children with developmental disabilities, and building inclusive sports space...
In this heartfelt and often humorous episode, host Dave MacNiven welcomes Chris Walsh, owner of West Haven’s iconic Duffy’s Tavern, for a rich conversation about family legacy, resilience, and running a restaurant that feels like home.
Chris shares his journey from washing dishes at 13 to taking the reins from his father—without telling anyone at first—and how Duffy’s survived recessions, shutdowns, and 1,500 pounds of corned bee...
In this episode of Sounds of Health, host David MacNiven sits down with Traci O’Brien and Christine Brown, the passionate co-founders of Senior Promises, an organization dedicated to granting wishes to underprivileged seniors.
From small comforts to life-changing experiences, Traci and Christine share the incredible impact of fulfilling wishes—from TVs and cowboy boots to community gardens. They discuss the origins of Senior Prom...
In this episode of Sounds of Health, host Dave MacNiven sits down with Kelley McShane, CEO of Granny Squibb’s Organic Iced Tea, a business leader, philanthropist, and amateur athlete. Kelley shares her journey from mathematics and psychology to entrepreneurship, running a thriving beverage brand with a social impact—each flavor supporting a nonprofit cause.
But that’s not all—Kelley is also on a record-breaking mission to swim bet...
In this episode of Sounds of Health, host Dave MacNiven welcomes Kathleen Schomaker, Executive Director of Gray is Green, and Dan Camenga, Executive Director of Interfaith Volunteer Care Givers. Together, they explore how connecting with nature, community care, and sustainability can transform lives—especially for older adults looking to embrace elderhood with purpose.
Kathleen shares how the first image of Earth from space sparke...
In this episode, Exercise is the Answer, host David MacNiven sits down with Dr. Kathy Papayani-Szabo, a trained physical therapist and owner of Body Balance Physical Therapy & Wellness, to explore the profound impact of movement on health and recovery.
From overcoming personal health challenges to running marathons and launching her own practice, Kathy shares her journey and expertise in orthopedic therapy, fall prevention, an...
In this episode of Sounds of Health, host Dave McNiven welcomes Natalie Wisdom, a licensed clinical social worker and the founder of two private practices: Divine Resilience Psychotherapy in Connecticut and Pieces of Wisdom in New York. Natalie shares her inspiring journey from studying criminal justice to discovering her true passion for mental health, and how she built two successful therapy practices from the ground up.
Natalie...
In this episode of Sounds of Health, we sit down with Ana Uva, board-certified family nurse practitioner and founder of Pulse IV Therapy. Ana shares her inspiring journey from working in the ICU to pioneering a business focused on preventative wellness. We dive into the science behind IV therapy, hormone optimization, and heavy metal detoxification—plus, how she managed to open multiple locations while raising a newborn! Whether yo...
In this episode of Sounds of Health, host Dave MacNiven sits down with Dr. Kunal Domakonda, a board-certified cardiologist and the owner of the Heart Wellness Group, LLC. They dive into the importance of trust in healthcare—from building strong patient-doctor relationships to advancing preventative cardiology. Dr. Domakonda shares his journey from Queens, NY, to establishing his own practice, emphasizing a personalized, patient-cen...
Join host Dave MacNiven on Sounds of Health as he sits down with Sarah Caliendo, a certified executive and wellbeing coach, to uncover the truth about burnout. Sarah shares her personal journey from high-pressure tech roles to becoming a mental health advocate, offering insights into the signs of burnout and how to recover. Discover the importance of building your "wellbeing bank," staying connected, and reigniting creativity. Whet...
Welcome to Sounds of Health, the podcast where we meet incredible people, share inspiring stories, and provide valuable resources to boost your physical, emotional, and financial well-being. In this episode, host Dave MacNiven sits down with two remarkable guests, Steven Williams and David Logan, who represent the Entrepreneurs Organization (EO). Both seasoned entrepreneurs, Steven and David share their journey of building successf...
In this inspiring episode, host Dave MacNiven is joined by Dr. Juanita Collier and Jessica Liedke COVT, vision therapy pioneers from 4D Vision Gym and co-hosts of the podcast *It Could Be Your Eyes*. They share their journeys into vision therapy, personal stories of overcoming visual challenges, and the transformative work they do to help individuals of all ages—from infants to adults—achieve better visual health.
Dr. Collier and...
Welcome to Sounds of Health! In this inspiring episode, host Dave McNiven sits down with Thomas Alberti, owner of multiple Connecticut Ninja Academies, New Area Gymnastics, and Newtown Gymnastics Academy. Thomas shares his remarkable journey from growing up in the Bronx to becoming a coach, entrepreneur, and advocate for physical health through gymnastics and ninja training.
This episode highlights Thomas’ philosophy that gymnasti...
Join host David MacNiven on this special episode of Sounds of Health as he welcomes independent Medicare insurance agent Jesslyn Pito, owner of JP Maven Insurance Benefits. Together, they explore Jesslyn's inspiring career journey—from X-ray tech to thriving business owner—and the unique opportunities available in the Medicare insurance field. Discover how this career path offers independence, flexibility, and the chance to positiv...
In this episode of Sounds of Health, host Dave McNiven interviews Joshua Wexler, founder of Honey Plate. Joshua shares his journey from a high school student who began cooking to lose weight to a successful entrepreneur. He discusses the evolution of his business from Edibolic Kitchen to Honey Plate, emphasizing convenience, quality ingredients, and sustainability. Joshua highlights unique aspects of Honey Plate, such as fresh vend...
This Saint Patick’s Day and during Mental Health Awareness Week, Kate Nicoll shares how “Anam Cara” means “Soul Friends” in Gaelic. Discover how her nonprofit, inspired by the concept, has touched the lives of over 10,000 children and families in Connecticut.
In this episode of Sounds of Health, host Dave MacNiven interviews Kate Nicoll, founder of Soul Friends, an organization dedicated to promoting the healing benefits of the hum...
Join us on Sounds of Health as we explore inspiring stories with Ethan Hershman, co-founder of Move to Heal. Discover how this non-profit empowers individuals to find balance in their physical, mental, and emotional lives. Elevate your well-being today! #WellnessJourney #MoveToHeal #MentalHealthMatters #EmotionalBalance #PhysicalHealth #InspiringStories #NonProfitImpact #HealthyLiving #SelfCareJourney #SoundsOfHealth
Discover Ethan...
"Upgrade your life!" as Sounds of Health launches Season 2 of our podcast with SCSU Professor of Exercise and Sport Physiology and Nutrition and director of the CHAMP (Connecticut Health, Athletic and Mental Performance) Center, Dr. Bill Lunn.
Dr. William Lunn has a B.S. in Chemistry from UMass Amherst, after which he worked in the pharmaceutical industry for several years. After reading exercise physiology textbooks for fun, Dr. ...
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