Best Cookies For Cures Podcasts (2025)

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Confidence, Clarity, and Cookies with Christiane Schroeter 1:04:17

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In this episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, Rich sits down with Dr. Christiane Schroeter — TEDx speaker, university professor, entrepreneur, bestselling author, and host of the Happy Healthy Hustle podcast. Christiane shares her Petite Practice method and breaks down how small, intentional steps can create massive personal and professional …

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Dr. Fred Moss: Connection, Not Diagnosis, Is the Cure 1:04:05

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What if the real issue isn’t that you’re broken, but that you’ve been convinced you are? In this conversation, psychiatrist and “Undoctor” Dr. Fred Moss challenges everything we’ve been taught about mental health. After nearly 40 years working in hospitals, prisons, clinics, and community settings, Fred came to a bold conclusion: most people don’t …

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The Permission You've Been Waiting For (Spoiler: You Don't Need It 12:52

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In this week's podcast episode, I'm unpacking where this permission-seeking comes from, what it costs us, and howto give yourself the permission slip you've been waiting for. You’re waiting for a doctor, boss, or lab result to tell you it’s okay to finally take your health seriously. Spoiler: You already have permission. Stop waiting to be “sick en…

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When Silence Hurts: The Urgent Need For Honest, Healing Conversations 1:39:59

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Recorded live at the Edgewood American Legion Post 17, this powerful community conversation brings together a panel of mental health experts, advocates, and leaders to confront the realities so many people are struggling with—but rarely talk about. Moderated by Ronya Nassar from the Harford County Health Department, this episode explores stigma, fe…

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Monarch Magic in Maryland with Donna Thompson and Friends 1:35:09

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In this episode, Rich and cohost Kayla Deickman sit down with Donna Thompson and friends to explore the incredible world of monarch butterflies. From spotting eggs on milkweed to releasing fully formed butterflies, these passionate local conservationists share how small backyard efforts can make a big environmental impact. It’s a conversation fille…

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Union Strong: Cory McCray on Trades, Grit & Second Chances 1:16:07

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Maryland State Senator and IBEW Local 24 leader Cory V. McCray joins Rich and Dan to share how a paid electrical apprenticeship rewired his life—from Baltimore City and the juvenile system to business owner and public service. Cory breaks down how union apprenticeships work, why mentors and discipline matter, and how practical pathways can lift fam…

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Optimal Lab Ranges for Autoimmune Health: TSH, T3, T4 & Why 'Normal' Isn't Enough 15:24

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Are you waking up tired after 8 hours of sleep? Struggling with brain fog, weight gain, or afternoon crashes but your doctor says your labs are "normal"? In this episode of Stronger Than Autoimmune: From Boardroom to Breakroom Edition, I explain why "normal" lab results don't always mean you're functioning optimally especially if you have (or suspe…

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Trust Your Timeline: Energy Healer Cheryl Stelte on Real Transformation 1:08:53

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Energy healer and spiritual teacher Cheryl Stelte joins Rich to unpack why so many high-achieving women feel stuck even when life looks “successful” on the outside. From her Vancouver Island spiritual awakening to her Azarius Energy Healing method and “receive what’s offered” practice, Cheryl explains how early-rooted wounds, especially around the …

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How Diana Liberto Grove Lifts Teens Aging Out Of Care 43:21

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High-school teacher and nonprofit founder Diana Liberto Grove shares how she and her husband began fostering teens—and why she launched Shifting Gears to support youth ages 16–25 as they transition out of care. From Sunday dinners and tutoring to driver’s ed partnerships and a vision for tiny-home communities and an emergency shelter, Diana lays ou…

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Dennis “D.J.” Quinn: Big Brother Lessons, Loss & Love 1:03:29

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Author and recovery advocate Dennis “D.J.” Quinn joins Rich to share a deeply human mentoring journey—from Big Brothers Big Sisters to a 13-year bond with “Mike,” a foster-adopted child whose life was later upended by severe mental illness. Dennis unpacks how “just showing up” can anchor a life, the hard hospital visits, the gratitude that birthed …

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You're Not Lazy - You're Burnt Out from Being the Strong One | Autoimmune Fatigue & Career Burnout 14:30

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Are you exhausted despite sleeping 8-9 hours? Falling asleep at stoplights? Being told your labs are "normal" while feeling anything but fine? You're not lazy—you're burnt out from being the strong one. In this episode, we explore: • 00:00 - Why successful women ignore their bodies until they can't • 02:00 - The symptoms Diana has been normalizing …

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Stronger Than Autoimmune: Debunking Myths with Dr. Cory Rice of Biote 34:49

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Are you tired of being told “your labs look normal” while your body says otherwise? In this first episode of Stronger Than Autoimmune, host Desiree Werland talks with Dr. Cory Rice, Chief Clinical Advisor for Biote, about what’s really driving the rise in autoimmune disease—and what you can do to take control of your health. Dr. Rice shares how a f…

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Recovery, Truth, and Hope with Dr. Larry Smith 1:05:32

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What happens when addiction talks back—and you answer? Dr. Larry Smith, author of Johnnie and Me: Facing the Voice of Alcohol Within, shares how he personified alcohol as “Johnnie,” survived decades of trauma and dependency, and built a daily plan that’s kept him sober since 1999. He also previews his forthcoming novel 2084: The Neuroxone Conspirac…

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Streetwear, Studio & Survival With “B-Cide” 55:18

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Rapper, producer, and entrepreneur Robert “B-Cide” Cardillo joins Rich to share the raw story behind his memoir, Myelin My Shoes—from underground tours and handing out mixtapes to launching a streetwear brand from a wheelchair after an MS diagnosis at 28. He breaks down how creativity became therapy, what the music business really teaches you, and …

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Gina L. Osborn on Rebrands, Resilience, and Results 1:03:09

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Retired FBI Assistant Special Agent in Charge Gina L. Osborn takes us from Cold War counterintelligence in Europe to leading one of the largest FBI cyber & counterterrorism programs in Los Angeles—including the response to the 2014 Sony Pictures hack. She shares how “Maverick moves” and servant leadership shaped her teams, why she blew the whistle …

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Autoimmune + Office Food Pressure? Here’s How to Protect Your Health This Holiday Season 14:07

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Avoiding the candy bowl might look simple — but with an autoimmune disease, food decisions come with real health consequences. This week, Desiree shares how to protect your body and your boundaries during the holiday season with: ✨ Scripts to decline food politely ✨ Potluck + office party survival strategies ✨ Mindset shifts that support your immun…

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From Cocoa Bombs To The Hive: Brittany Russin Smith’s Journey 1:05:59

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Owner/operator Brittany Russin Smith shares how she turned a love of baking and community into The Hive at Rumsey—Harford County’s collaborative commissary kitchen—and The Honey Loft upstairs venue. She walks through vendor partnerships, micro-weddings, BYO alcohol logistics, and what it takes to run a flexible event space on the water in Joppatown…

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Michelle Taylor On Healing The Inner Child & Rising Strong 1:00:46

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Life coach and 25-year real estate pro Michelle Taylor shares how she healed deep trauma and transformed it into a movement she calls Repurposed Rising—a global vision to help women do their inner work and lead with purpose. She breaks down coaching vs. therapy, daily rituals, meditation insights, and why forgiveness is her superpower. Co-host Wend…

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We Hit 750 Because of You 1:51:47

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Live from Edgewood American Legion Post 17, Rich celebrates 10 years and 750+ episodes with special guests Kristy Breslin, Sensei Sydney Brackins, and the Delbridge family who helped launch the show’s in-person era. They swap origin stories, community wins, and wild ideas (hello, “Santa Smackdown”), then the co-hosts take the mics for a candid Q&A …

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Anna Sitkoff, ND | Medicinal Mushroom Expert, Functional Medicine, Women’s Health & Postpartum Wellness 38:08

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Join licensed naturopathic doctor and medicinal mushroom expert Anna Sitkoff, ND, on the Stronger Than Autoimmune podcast. She share with me, Desiree Werland, over a decade of experience blending clinical practice with research-based natural therapies. As Co-founder and Chief Science Officer of Lucidum Medicinals, Anna formulates evidence-backed mu…

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Building Your Support Network: Community Over Competition 12:07

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Managing an autoimmune condition while working or leading can feel isolating—but you don’t have to do it alone. 💬 In this 11-minute episode, Desiree Werland explores how building genuine community can ease inflammation, reduce burnout, and restore energy. Learn how to find supportive people, set healthy boundaries, and build workplace allies who ge…

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The Science Of Forgiveness With Hanna Kok 1:00:54

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Coach, speaker, and medical intuitive Hanna Kok joins Rich to explore how unresolved emotions—especially unforgiveness—can disrupt hormones, immunity, and overall health. She explains why forgiveness is a biological act, not just a spiritual one, and shares tools for releasing “emotional toxins” so the body can self-repair. If you’ve felt stuck des…

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Faith, Family, And 90 Days: Austin Davis On Saving Teens 58:11

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Licensed professional counselor and Clear Fork Academy founder Austin Davis joins Rich to talk about rescuing teens from addiction and mental-health crises with clinically rigorous, Christ-centered residential care. He explains why 90-day programs, family-systems work, and even nightly dinners can change outcomes—and what warning signs parents miss…

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How Jennifer Chase Heals Families Stuck in Addiction 1:08:42

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Rich sits down with coach and recovery advocate Jennifer Chase, whose life spans both sides of addiction—as the daughter of an alcoholic, a woman in long-term recovery, and the mother of a recovering addict. She shares how trauma, chronic pain, and over-prescription pulled her into dependency, and how connection, forgiveness, and firm, loving bound…

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Energy Economics: How to Rebuild Your Energy with Food | Stronger Than Autoimmune Podcast 19:14

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What if your fatigue isn’t just from stress—but from your cells running low on energy? In this empowering episode, we dive deep into mitochondrial health, autoimmune fatigue, and how to rebuild your body’s energy factory—starting with your next meal. You’ll learn: ⚡ How inflammation affects your mitochondria (and your energy levels) 🍳 The best food…

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The Girl of Many Crowns: D.H. Morris Makes History Personal 56:42

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Author and researcher D. H. Morris reveals the gripping true story behind her historical novel The Girl of Many Crowns, following Princess Judith of Francia and Baldwin “Iron Arm.” We dig into how Deborah turned medieval annals, songs, and court records into a vivid, faith-infused saga of love, power, and defiance—plus the surprising family link th…

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Stop the Spiral: Practical Anxiety Skills with Dr. Foojan Zeine 1:04:41

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Licensed psychotherapist and author Dr. Foojan Zeine joins Rich to unpack Awareness Integration Theory (AIT)—a practical framework that helps you observe your inner world, reality-check assumptions, integrate past parts, and choose your next best action. She shares concrete ways to reduce anxiety, explains why some anxiety “leaks” biologically, and…

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Service Dogs, Discipline & Hope with John Carter 1:02:57

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John Carter’s life reads like a movie: teenage enforcer, shot in the head and left for dead, spiraling into addiction, and then a decade-long prison sentence. In this raw, uplifting conversation, John shares the plan that saved him, the people who didn’t give up on him, and how fitness, service dogs, and service to others rebuilt his life into one …

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From Crumbled Cookies to Mighty Success: Carolyn’s Celiac Journey & the Birth of Mightylicious | Stronger Than Autoimmune Podcast 49:54

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When life crumbles, you bake a new path. 🍪 In this inspiring Stronger Than Autoimmune episode, meet Carolyn, founder of Mightylicious Cookies, who turned her Celiac diagnosis into a thriving gluten-free cookie company. After years of disappointment with crumbly, tasteless gluten-free treats, Carolyn decided to create her own recipe—gluten-free, hea…

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In this episode of Stronger Than Autoimmune, we sit down with Anu Simh, board-certified functional health coach and founder of 9 Arms of Wellness. Based in La Jolla, California, Anu empowers busy women across the country to lose weight, heal their gut, and thrive without relying on medication. Anu’s gut health-centered approach has helped hundreds …