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MindBody Matters, co-hosted by Greg Rennie and Rob Wreford, is about exploring the mind-body connection, the relationship between our physical health and emotional health. In each episode, they take a deep dive into a topic related to health and wellness, examining the latest research and insights from experts. But they don't just focus on the experts; they also bring in guests to share their personal stories of how they've navigated challenges of the mind and body. MindBody Matters is a Gra ...
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This week on Mind Body Matters Greg interviews Glenn Livingston, Ph.D. who holds a doctorate in clinical psychology and was the long time CEO of a multi-million dollar consulting firm which has serviced several Fortune 500 clients in the food industry. He is the author of “Defeat Your Cravings.” You may have seen his previous work, theories, and re…
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On this episode of Keep Talking, Greg and Rob talk about last week's interview with Kelly Kirk and what is coming next week on MindBody Matters. Rob shares that he gets high on Wendy's Son-of- A- Baconator burger. MindBody Matters is a Graype Media podcast If you would like to be a guest on the show or to inquire about sponsorship/advertising, go t…
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On MindBody Matters this week, we interview Kelly Kirk who has worked for the Washington Redskins and has a degree from George Mason University and certifications in Personal Training, Nutrition and Public Speaking and Keto Coaching. Kelly has been teaching and coaching people on healthy Keto and intermittent fasting for over three years, with almo…
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In this episode of “Keep Talking”, Greg and Rob answer an email inquiring about a new addition to the podcast, the voice of David Letterman and NFL football, Earl Mann is now the voice of MindBody Matters. MindBody Matters is a Graype Media podcast Be a Paon backer to get episodes early: patreon.com/MindBodyMatters Thanks to our supporters! If you …
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Sean Robinson is an author and speaker who focuses on self-improvement, mindset shifting and habit forming. He works in the construction industry, and is a volunteer firefighter. Going Dry: My Path to Overcoming Habitual Drinking is his first book. Greg Rennie interviews Sean on this episode of MindBody Matters. MindBody Matters is a Graype Media p…
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On this episode of Keep Talking Rob interviews Jean-Marc Pisapia from the band, The Box. Rob and Jean-Marc talk about the days when Jean-Marc was with Men Without Hats and the success of "Closer Together", their top ten hit from 1987. MindBody Matters is a Graype Media podcast If you would like to be a guest on the show or to inquire about sponsors…
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Comedian Frank King was a writer for the Tonight Show with Jay Leno and came up the ranks in the 80s comedy clubs with Robin Williams, Norm McDonald and Adam Sandler. Frank is our guest this week on MindBody Matters. Billed as the "Mental Health Comedian", Frank King is a well known speaker and coach. Greg Rennie asks Frank about what is considered…
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In this week's Keep Talking episode Greg and Rob follow up to another episode and share stories about the bands, actors and celebrities they met when they work in radio in the 80s. Hear blatant and bragging name drops of who they met at the time including Val Halen, Mackenzie Philips of "One Day at a Time, Jan and Dean and infamous DJ, Wolfman Jack…
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Emmy-winning TV producer of Survivor, Maria Baltazzi is our guest on this episode of MindBody Matters. Maria was also executive producer on TLC's record-breaking "Sarah Palin's Alaska" which debuted at 5 million viewers. Greg talks to Maria about her experiences on Survivor, the behaviour of the contestants and how they influenced her to reflect on…
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This week on Keep Talking, Rob and Greg interview social media phenomenon, Brittlestar. His comedic and family-friendly videos have been seen more than 650 MILLION times on various platforms. With an invitation to the White House from the Obamas, an invitation to meet with Prime Minister Trudeau, collaborations with celebs such as Ryan Reynolds, Go…
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In another episode about the body on MindBody Matters we interview Thandi Montgomery who was diagnosed with Stage 1B breast cancer in 2021, fought and won the battle after 4 surgeries, 16 rounds of chemo, and 30 days of radiation. Thandi is recognized for her unwavering commitment to women’s health, wellness, and self-discovery. She has been a gues…
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In this episode of Keep Talking Rob Wreford interviews Brian Vollmer, founder and lead singer of Canadian rock band Helix known for their 1984 heavy metal hit Rock You! and many others. We talk about the loss of Helix drummer Greg "Fritz" Hines, when the band met Robin Williams and Richard Pryor and Brian's knowledge of bel canto which refers to th…
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Our mind-body investigative reporter, Dr. Robert, returns to the show to tell Greg the true and shocking story of Pulsed Electromagnetic Field (PEMF) therapy, AmpCoil and other electrical therapy devices in the past. Dr. Robert Shepherd is a Canadian clinical researcher and Psychologist and provides in-depth research on topics covered on MindBody M…
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As part of a series of episodes about the body, we interview Suzanne Casamento about her personal experience with Lyme Disease and her healing journey. Co-host Rob Wreford shares his opinion after the interview and Greg and Rob describe the next episode in the series in which Greg interviews Dr. Robert about the history of electrical healing and Pu…
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In this episode of Keep Talking Rob shares his experience meeting and interviewing artist Seal years ago and what his music means to him. As well, Rob and Greg chat about how music soothes the soul. MindBody Matters is a Graype Media podcast If you would like to be a guest on the show or to inquire about sponsorship/advertising, go to our website: …
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Can we choose peace instead of pain? In this episode we discuss chronic pain and a spiritual method to detach and change our relationship with physical pain. Join us for our interview with Meera Ishaya, author of "Peace or Pain: Discovering the Unbroken You and Changing Your Relationship with Pain" and "Surrender is Good for The Soul: The Art of Su…
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Co-hosts Rob Wreford and Greg Rennie talk with their broadcasting friend they worked with in Canadian radio in the 80's and 90's about the recent Bell Media layoffs in Canada and their sale of 45 radio stations. This occurred a month after their "Bell Let's Talk" promotion, their yearly tax break and as hypocrites, they promote the importance of me…
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In a series of episodes about our physical health (the "body" in MindBody Matters) we kick it off with an interview with author Amanda Chay who was diagnosed with Lupus and wrote the book "The Girlfriend's Guide to Lupus: How to Control a Shitty Diagnosis". Amanda has been coping with a Lupus diagnosis for years and has lobbied for at Capitol Hill …
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Greg Rennie and Rob (former Just for Laughs announcer) interview stand up comedian, Glen Foster most noted for That Canadian Guy, his 2001 episode of the stand-up comedy performance series Comedy Now!, for which he received a Gemini Award nomination for Best Individual Performance in a Comedy Program or Series at the 16th Gemini Awards and a Canadi…
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In the first of a series of new episodes focusing on the 'body' in MindBody Matters, author Danny Covey joins Greg Rennie on the podcast this week. Danny had his first heart surgery when he was 18 months old. In his youth, Jackie Chan and Bruce Lee movies inspired his dream to have a black belt in martial arts despite 8 heart surgeries, almost dyin…
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Hosts Greg Rennie and Rob Wreford answer an email inquiring about their past in radio and voice-over. They share who they met in their career including Kelsey Grammer from Frazier, David Schwimmer from Friends, Mackenzie Philips from One Day at a Time and Michael Damien from the Young and Restless. Yes, a lot of gratuitous name dropping on this epi…
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As part 3 of a miniseries on MindBody Matters, Greg interviews skeptic Dr. Robert about the controversial use of Psychedelic-Assisted therapy. Part 1 and 2 of the miniseries on psychedelics are discussed and Dr. Robert explains that if you use psychedelics and have a profound experience, even in a clinical trial, that its a delusion and just a hall…
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In part two of a three part miniseries on the therapeutic use of psychedelics, Alice Grasset shares her personal journey of healing from breast cancer and her participation in a groundbreaking psilocybin clinical trial at the Sunstone Therapies Clinic in Maryland (CEO, Dr. Manish Agrawal) and was a client of Dr. Brian Richards. Brian and his father…
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In the first of a three part series on psychedelic ceremonies and therapies for treatment resistant depression, anxiety and PTSD, we interview Drew Bankey from “Sacred Journeys Within”, an Ayahuasca ceremony he leads in Colorado. Drew shares his experience in the military and the impact of two tours in the Iraq war had on his life as it resulted in…
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Hosts Rob and Greg talk about 2023, new years resolution for 2024, refer to Brent Webb's episode about chasing the American dream and it falling short. They also prep you for the next episode on Ayahauska with Drew Bankey. MindBody Matters is a Graype Media podcast If you would like to be a guest on the show or to inquire about sponsorship/advertis…
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In this episode, Greg interviews Brent Webb, an acclaimed mind power expert and personal empowerment speaker. He has headlined his own programs at hotels, resorts, casinos, cruise ships, and colleges, and has created seminars and training programs for Fortune 500 corporations including Google, Ford Motor Company, Nabisco, and Hilton Hotels. Brent h…
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On this episode of Keep Talking, Rob and Greg share about their social anxiety and fear of sharing or getting the Covid virus over the holidays as its soon approaching. Rob tries to keep to his goal of losing weight and is prepared to get though the holidays and still reach his goal. MindBody Matters is a Graype Media podcast If you would like to b…
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Steve Martin is on our show this week (not that Steve Martin). Stephen Hawley Martin author and radio host shares his personal story of an out of body experience and the discussions he's had over the years as a radio show host when he interviewed members of the government Stargate program, Edgar Casey's son, physicists and those with personal exper…
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On this episode of the new segment, 'Keep Talking', hosts Greg and Rob share what they got out of the episode about the Vietnam war and the Tet Offensive and chat about next weeks episode with Stephen Hawley Martin and the fear of dying. MindBody Matters is a Graype Media podcast Be a Patreon backer to get episodes early: patreon.com/MindBodyMatter…
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Veteran of two tours of Vietnam, Steve Cox from Alabama talks to MindBody Matters co-host Greg Rennie about his experience in the Vietnam war, the Tet Offensive and its impact on his life. Steve was diagnosed with alcoholism, drug addiction and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder at a time that trauma from war was just being studied and understood. He h…
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On this episode of 'Keep Talking' on MindBody Matters, Greg and Rob encourage listeners to keep talking about mental and physical wellness and life's challenges. They also talk about previous episodes and how they relate to them personally and include a sneak peek into next week's episodes. MindBody Matters is a Graype Media podcast Be a Patreon ba…
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Valerie Gow is back to share her personal experience with "Mindful Self-Compassion" and Val walks Greg through some of the exercises with some uncomfortable, but effective results. MindBody Matters is a Graype Media podcast Be a Patreon backer to get episodes early: patreon.com/MindBodyMatters Thanks to our supporters! If you would like to be a gue…
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Listener discretion is advised: Content includes discussion of suicide In the first episode of a new series, “Keep Talking”, Greg and Rob share about a tragedy in Rob’s family. Rob talks about how he is coping with the loss and Greg shares about his own suicide attempt and that there is no answer to “why” someone chooses to take their life. Future …
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In this episode of MindBody Matters, we discuss the misunderstood word 'codependency', a term that often carries negative connotations and vagueness. Our guest, Dawn Jinks shares her personal story and her metaphor of a ‘volcano’. She shares her personal experience shedding light on the difficulties and breakthroughs she encountered during her jour…
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In this episode, we discuss two controversial best-selling books, "The Brain That Heals Itself" by Norman Deutsch and “The Woman Who Changed Her Brain" by Barbara Arrowsmith-Young. Join us as we interview experienced researcher, Dr. Robert Shepherd, a Psychologist who has spent the last 20 years doing research on the brain and mental illness. Both …
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Listener discretion is advised. This episode is about sex that includes discussion about sexual abuse and trauma. These topics may be triggering or uncomfortable for some listeners. On this episode of MindBody Matters, Greg interviews therapists Alex St. John and Natalie Cournoyea about sexual fantasies, desires, self-pleasuring and effective commu…
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In this episode, we explore the world of hypnosis with expert Pierre Benoit. Discover how this age-old practice is making a profound impact on the lives of trauma survivors, particularly military veterans struggling with PTSD. Pierre Benoit helps us understand what hypnotherapy is, demystifying its techniques and showing its efficacy in addressing …
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In this episode of MindBody Matters, we have a revealing conversation with Dr. Dove Gebien, a former ER doctor who faced his addiction to fentanyl. Join us as he shares his personal journey, from his abuse of fentanyl to a near-fatal overdose and an inspiring path to recovery. As a lead plaintiff in a big pharma class action lawsuit, he shares his …
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Join Greg and Rob in this eye-opening episode of MindBody Matters as they discuss the new Netflix series "Painkiller," which sheds light on the unethical marketing practices of Purdue Pharma, makers of OxyContin. The series is based on a book Greg read recently called "Pain Killer: An Empire of Deceit and the Origin of America's Opioid Epidemic" by…
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In this episode of MindBody Matters, Greg engages in an enlightening conversation with Long COVID expert, Dr. Leonard Jason from DePaul University in Chicago. Dr. Jason shares his research behind the condition that has affected many people worldwide and sheds light on the lesser-known aspects of this post-viral syndrome. Discover how persistent sym…
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In the first episode of MindBody Matters and the first in an ongoing series on psychedelic ceremonies and therapies for treatment resistant depression, anxiety and PTSD Greg Rennie interviews Dr. Mandeep Singh. The use of psychedelic drugs in mental health is becoming a reality if made legal and could be a new wave of treatment. Greg sits down with…
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In this episode, Greg delves into the world of mindfulness with Valerie Gow, a practitioner and certified facilitator of mindfulness who uses it in all aspects of her life. Valerie reveals how mindfulness has become an integral part of her daily routine, allowing her to stay aware and present in each moment, free from judgment. She also shares theb…
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In their first episode, co-hosts Greg and Rob interview addiction specialist, Graydon Clipperton and shed light on the reasons why people become addicted to alcohol and drugs. Graydon explains that addiction is an illness that requires empathy, compassion and support as early painful childhood experience and trauma are often behind why family and f…
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We hope you like a sneak peek of what to expect with our new show, MindBody Matters. I had to tell Rob Wreford, my co-host and producer who's also a voice-over artist that it's a podcast trailer, not a movie trailer or we would have started the trailer with, “in a world…”. I’m Greg Rennie, co-host of MindBody Matters which will launch on July 1, 20…
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