EPISODE 023: In the bleakest moments of winter, people turn to the beloved classic movie, "It's a Wonderful Life" not just for its heartwarming Christmas cheer, but as a lifeline against depression. The film's portrayal of George Bailey's despair resonates deeply with those struggling with similar feelings, offering a relatable protagonist and glim…

EPISODE 022: On this episode of Rock 'N Healthy Lifestyles, Dr. Jen Palladino is joined by special guests Ryan Cassidy and Johnny Ray Miller, co-authors of the book, “James Cagney was My Babysitter”. It is the story of Ryan’s childhood experience of spending the day in the care of the well-known Hollywood icon, James Cagney. Dr. Jen discusses with …

EPISODE 021—Welcome to another exciting episode of Rock 'N Healthy Lifestyles! On this show, we will be exploring the fascinating world of music and its impact on our physical and mental health. Did you know that listening to a certain genre of music can actually damage your spine? We'll delve into the science behind this phenomenon and explore way…

EPISODE 020 – What could be better than having a job that you love because it has all to do with your favorite music? A job where your musical knowledge allows you to create new and innovative media for the world to hear? And work that earns you the title of aficionado of your fave music genre? So, how can you land a great job like this? I’m Dr. Je…

EPISODE 019: Hey there! It’s Dr. Jen, host of Rock ‘N Healthy Lifestyles. I thought I’d do something a little different for this episode. A little while back, I had the pleasure of being interviewed by Jason Scheurs, the host of the podcast, Scream Therapy. Scream Therapy explores how Punk Rock music can affect mental health in a positive way. So, …

EPISODE 018: Would you quit your job right now if you could and instead, make a living from doing something that you’re really passionate about? You know, a job that you love so much, that when you open your eyes first thing in the morning, you can’t wait to start working? And even better yet, that “job you love” would involve your passion for say,…

EPISODE 017: Most everyone, myself included has a favorite band, musician, composer, or performer, whose music we just love. And whatever it is that intrigues us about this music will be life-changing for us in some way, shape or form. And because we identify and therefore, become emotionally attached to the music, we couldn't help but to extend ou…

EPISODE 016: Hi, this is Dr. Jen! You know, there’s nothing that I like more than interviewing my guests for these episodes of Rock ‘N Healthy Lifestyles which, I’m so thrilled that you’ve enjoy! Interviewing my guests and learning and sharing their stories, viewpoints, and imparted knowledge and advice has been a wonderful experience for me. But, …

EPISODE 015: Paul Petersen began his show-business career at the age of 9 as a Mouseketeer on the Mickey Mouse Club. He appeared in the 1958 movie Houseboat with Sophia Loren and Cary Grant, but achieved stardom playing teenager Jeff Stone from 1958 to 1966 on the ABC family television sitcom, The Donna Reed Show. With the fame he achieved on The D…

Episode 014: Today, we’re celebrating some of the best episodes from 2022! One of Rock ‘N Healthy Lifestyles’ most popular episodes last year was “Trading Coke for Snapple: The Incredible Story of Wendy The Snapple Lady”. Of course, you remember those Snapple advertisements from the 1990’s, don’t you? Well, if anyone was thrust into fame, it was th…

EPISODE 013: Many of us have been affected by the recent tragic deaths of our favorite popular music icons and are finding that the loss can be hard to process. Why we are saddened by the death of our revered musical heroes is understandable due to our love for their music. But when further explored, additional psychological reasoning for this sadn…

EPISODE 012: Guest Dave Brandwein, the cofounder, principal lyricist, lead guitarist and vocalist for the 9-piece funk band, Turkuaz, is now a solo artist playing under the moniker, Band For Sale. In his journey, he has endured some pretty extreme and unforeseen circumstances in these past few years, which has changed his life in many ways. After y…

EPISODE 011: American Rock and Roll Groupie, Author, Musician, and Actress, Pamela Des Barres, talks about feminism, the word “Groupie”, and her experiences on the rock music scene on the Sunset Strip in Hollywood back in the 1960’s and 70’s. She famously went on to form friendships with many of the great musical artists of that era, and became rom…

EPISODE 010: A mindset is a series of self-perceptions or beliefs that we have about ourselves. It affects how we think, feel, and behave in any given situation. This affects our outlook on life, our point of view, and how we make our decisions to move forward—or not. Clearly, our mindset plays a most critical role in how we cope with life’s challe…

EPISODE 009: How much do you know about Post Traumatic Stress Disorder? Are you aware that there are five different types of PTSD? Or, that not all reactions to a trauma response will fall into this diagnosis? And also, that you don’t have to be a veteran to have this condition. That’s right! Anyone can experience PTSD. In this episode, you’ll find…

EPISODE 008: Singer, songwriter, and Energetic Medicine healer, Lauren Monroe and her husband, legendary Def Leppard drummer and Rock & Roll Hall of Famer, Rick Allen, have a beautiful love story to tell. It was years after Rick’s tragic accident when he lost his left arm that he met Lauren while seeking out alternative techniques in therapeutic he…

EPISODE 007: Summer Watson is a British Classical Crossover singer who has shared the stage with renowned performers like Michael Bolton, Chris Botti, David Foster, The Celtic Tenors, and Marcello Alvarez, among many others. She has performed for celebrities and Royalty worldwide from Buckingham Palace to stages in Jordan, Dubai, and for an audienc…

Episode 006: Episode 006: Mat Dauzat and Heather St. Marie, better known as the singer songwriting duo, Dauzat St.Marie, has impressed audiences while touring with and supporting top known legendary bands such as music icons Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo, Grammy Award winning artist, Rick Springfield, Schuyler Fisk/Sissy Spacek, The Marshall Tucker …

Episode 005 It was against all odds that my guest Brandon Mendenhall, who was born with Cerebral Palsy, became a guitarist in the Heavy Metal band, The Mendenhall Experiment. Teaching himself how to play guitar was no easy feat but through his love for the band, Korn, and Munky, Korn’s guitarist, who encouraged Brandon all the way, The Mendenhall E…

Episode 004: Who would come to mind if I described my guest as a blind musician with Albinism who sings in an Alternative Metal band and delivers a message of hope through his music? (Nope. Not Edgar or Johnny Winter—they play Rock and Blues.) Aaron Nordstrom of course! Join Dr. Jen as she talks with Aaron about his past struggles with growing up w…

Episode 003 Rock musicians Wesley Geer and Sonny Mayo join Dr. Jen to talk about Rock To Recovery, a service providing patients recovering from addiction in treatment recovery centers with the opportunity to play music and write lyrics as part of their recovery plan. Rock To Recovery works with more than 100 treatment facilities throughout Californ…

Episode 001 American TV Host, Disc Jockey, MTV VJ, and music aficionado, Matt Pinfield discusses his legendary career in the music industry, his past struggles with alcohol addiction, and his recovery from life threatening pedestrian injuries he sustained when a car accident nearly cost him his life. Join Dr. Jen along with Matt as he discusses MTV…

Episode 002 Remember those hilarious Snapple commercials from the 1990’s where people would write fan letters to Snapple and a gal named Wendy The Snapple Lady would read them on the air? And before long, everywhere you looked you could see Wendy and the Snapple logo on buses, buildings, and billboards, and hear her on the radio, and see her on TV.…

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