Best Lisa Skinner Podcasts (2025)

Lisa Skinner discusses Alzheimer's care beyond memory loss, emphasizing the importance of "joining their reality" rather than correcting false beliefs. She challenges myths about late-stage awareness and stresses early planning, caregiver self-care, and workplace support as cases are projected to triple by 2050. TAKEAWAYS Validate emotions and join…

1
Mark Weithorn 31:01

Play Pause

1d ago31:01

31:01

By The My Future Business™ Show

1
Tips for Maintaining the Holiday Spirit with Alzheimer’s in the House - Encore 16:18

2d ago16:18

16:18

As we head into the holiday season—a period filled with unique stressors and deeper family interactions—we’re revisiting this encore episode. Its insights remain as impactful and timely as when it originally aired. The Holiday Season is that special time of year for us to celebrate with our family and friends through sharing precious time together …

1
Rhonda Pallas Downey - The Guiding Voice and Healing Vibration of 58 Plants 28:19

3d ago28:19

28:19

Ellen Kamhi, the Natural Nurse, talks with Rhonda Pallas Downey, an herbalist, flower essence practitioner, formulator, and plant medicine teacher. She explores and studies the doctrine of signatures, symbols, and myths of flowers and plants. Rhonda is the founder of the Center for Plant Studies and Healing Arts in Cottonwood, Arizona. http://www.c…

1
Catching People Doing Things Right with Martha Lawrence 34:36

3d ago34:36

34:36

Martha Lawrence discusses her biography of Ken Blanchard, author of The One Minute Manager. She explores his journey from rejected academic to leadership legend, emphasizing his authentic servant leadership philosophy of "catch people doing things right" and how he built a values-driven company focused on people over profit. TAKEAWAYS Ken Blanchard…

1
paulrushworthbrown 43:35

4d ago43:35

43:35

By The My Future Business™ Show

1
Fall Prevention Strategies for People Living with Dementia-Related Illnesses 24:14

9d ago24:14

24:14

Falls are one of the most common—and preventable—risks for individuals living with Alzheimer’s and other dementia-related illnesses. In this episode, Lisa dives into the critical topic of fall prevention and how caregivers can create safer, more supportive environments for their loved ones. Drawing insights from the Fall Prevention Foundation, Lisa…

1
Torkil Færø - Wearables Supporting Your Health 29:01

10d ago29:01

29:01

Ellen Kamhi talks with Dr. Torkil Færø, a GP and emergency physician, documentary filmmaker, author, and photographer. Dr. Færø found that using wearables is an excellent way to track and regulate your nervous system and physiology. In his new book, THE PULSE CURE, Dr. Færø teaches everyone how to take charge of your own health with measurable acti…

1
Nicole Blevins on HR Burnout 18:25

14d ago18:25

18:25

Nicole Blevins discusses HR burnout with Brandon Laws, describing HR professionals as the "emotional sponge" of organizations. She explains how HR workers struggle to recognize burnout in themselves despite helping others with similar issues, particularly solo practitioners lacking peer support. Nicole shares practical strategies including setting …

1
Understanding Aphasia — When Words Get Lost 17:24

16d ago17:24

17:24

In this episode, Lisa explores one of the most challenging and misunderstood symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease — aphasia, the loss of language and communication abilities that often accompanies dementia. Through a touching real-life story from her book Truth, Lies & Alzheimer’s – Its Secret Faces, Lisa introduces us to Harvey in “The Pill Box Story.”…

1
Antonella Turturici - The Health Power of Extra Virgin Olive Oil 28:43

17d ago28:43

28:43

Ellen Kamhi talks with Antonella Turturici, a seasoned educator. For generations, the Turturici name has been synonymous with Olive Oil . It all began in 1948, when the Frantoio Oleario Turturici first started growing, harvesting, and pressing olives in the seaside village of San Nicola l’Arena. By 1957, Turturici Olive Oil began its journey across…

1
How Leaders Can Heal from Stress and Burnout with Susanne Madsen 42:03

17d ago42:03

42:03

In this episode, host Brandon Laws sits down with executive coach and author Susanne Madsen to explore what it truly means to do the inner work. Drawing from her career in high pressure corporate environments, Susanne shares how chronic stress, misalignment with personal values, and ignored emotions can quietly erode well being and performance. The…

1
The Birds in the Mattress 16:27

23d ago16:27

16:27

In this episode, host Lisa Skinner shares a powerful and personal story from her book Truth, Lies, and Alzheimer’s – Its Secret Faces, titled “The Birds in the Mattress.” Through this real-life account, Lisa explores the frightening and often misunderstood world of paranoia, hallucinations, and delusions experienced by those living with Alzheimer’s…

1
Michael Shea - The BioDynamic Heart 28:01

24d ago28:01

28:01

Ellen Kamhi, The Natural Nurse, talks with Dr. Michael J. Shea, a founding board member of the Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy Association of North America and the International Affiliation of Biodynamic Trainings. He is the author of several books, including Somatic Psychology and THE BIODYNAMIC HEART. Exploring the nature of trauma and spirituali…

1
Leading in Layers with Lawrence Armstrong 33:56

24d ago33:56

33:56

In this episode of Transform Your Workplace, host Brandon Laws sits down with Lawrence "Larry" Armstrong—architect, artist, and author of Layered Leadership: Drive Double-Digit Growth and Dominate Your Competition with Creative Strategies and Execution. Larry shares how his unique blend of art and business has shaped his multidimensional approach t…

1
Empathy vs. Sympathy — A Conversation with Dr. Melissa Robinson-Winemiller 42:42

1M ago42:42

42:42

In this enlightening episode of Truth, Lies & Alzheimer’s, host Lisa Skinner welcomes Dr. Melissa Robinson-Winemiller, an insightful author, speaker, and clinician, for a heartfelt discussion on the true meaning of empathy and how it differs from sympathy. Together, they explore how understanding this difference can profoundly impact the way we sup…

1
Carmen Turner Schott - Your Astrological Energy 28:35

1M ago28:35

28:35

Ellen Kamhi, The Natural Nurse, talks with Carmen Turner Schott, a practicing clinical social worker and bestselling author. She is the founder of Deep Soul Divers Astrology and has worked as an astrologer with survivors of trauma for over 28 years. She is the author of many books including her new book, YOUR ASTROLOGICAL ENERGY. Turner-Schott has …

1
Connecting the Frontline: Rethinking Workforce Communication with Victoria Dew 34:20

1M ago34:20

34:20

In this episode of Transform Your Workplace, host Brandon Laws welcomes back Victoria Dew, founder and CEO of Dewpoint Communications, to unpack findings from her latest research report, Connecting the Frontline: Current Trends, Challenges, and Strategic Opportunities in Workforce Communication. Victoria shares what her team discovered after interv…

1
The Light Switch Analogy 19:43

1M ago19:43

19:43

In this enlightening episode, we explore one of the most powerful and relatable ways to understand what happens in the brain of a person living with dementia — The Light Switch Analogy. Lisa explains how the brain’s “short-term memory switch” begins to flicker as Alzheimer’s or related dementias progress, causing confusion, disorientation, and unpr…

1
Dr. Lisa Cooney - The Body of Change 28:05

1M ago28:05

28:05

Ellen Kamhi talks with Dr. Lisa Cooney, a trauma therapist, intuitive healer, and the creator of the ROAR® Method, a transformative approach to healing. With over 25 years of experience, Dr. Lisa specializes in helping individuals overcome trauma, PTSD, and disconnection through a blend of psychotherapy, energy work, and spiritual guidance. In her …

1
Be Yourself at Work with Claude Silver 43:51

1M ago43:51

43:51

In this episode of Transform Your Workplace, host Brandon Laws sits down with Claude Silver, Chief Heart Officer at VaynerX and author of Be Yourself at Work: The Groundbreaking Power of Showing Up, Standing Out, and Leading from the Heart. Together, they unpack what it really means to lead with humanity in today's workplace. Claude shares stories …

1
Neil Tunnah 39:49

1M ago39:49

39:49

By The My Future Business™ Show

1
BONUS EPISODE: Nicole Blevins on How HR Can Support Internal HR 16:24

1M ago16:24

16:24

HR consultant Nicole Blevins discusses building effective partnerships between internal HR teams and external consultants. She emphasizes starting with clear role definitions, addressing concerns through curiosity rather than defensiveness, and positioning consultants as supportive extensions rather than threats. Success requires open communication…

1
Understanding Sundowning — Why Late-Day Confusion Spikes and What Helps 15:55

1M ago15:55

15:55

Sundowning is a pattern of late-day confusion and changed behavior that can intensify anxiety, pacing, wandering, and agitation for a person living with dementia. In this episode, we unpack what sundowning looks like, why it happens, and practical ways care partners can reduce stress and keep evenings calmer. We also share “The Sundowning Story” of…

1
Dr. Heather Stone - Thyroid Transformation Blueprint 28:39

1M ago28:39

28:39

Ellen Kanhi talks with Dr. Heather Stone, a chiropractic physician and highly trained as a functional medicine practitioner. She has over 20 years of clinical experience in private practice. During that time she has successfully helped thousands of women overcome the symptoms of hypothyroidism and Hashimoto's thyroiditis. Her thyroid transformation…

1
Wellness 2.0 - How to Build a Sustainable Workplace Culture with Danielle Dinkelman 38:11

1M ago38:11

38:11

Danielle Dinkelman shares her journey into corporate wellness, shaped by personal injury and witnessing her husband's burnout. She emphasizes that effective wellness programs require shared responsibility between employers and employees, focusing on five key areas: rest, fuel, play, connection, and purpose. Success depends on authentic leadership c…

1
The Importance of Embodied Safety at Work with Josh Durham 37:57

2M ago37:57

37:57

Construction veteran and certified polyvagal professional Josh Durham returns to explore "embodied safety" — a whole-person approach that connects physical, psychological, and physiological safety. He and host Brandon Laws discuss why practices beat policies, how simple sensory cues (calm voice, clear signage, clean spaces, brief breathing drills) …