Episodes

This episode is a concert review from the Loverboy concert in Oshkosh, Wi It was an amazing show by an iconic 80's rock band that is still out there putting on great performances decades later. www.loverboyband.com

Kwame Terra is an impactful health tech entrepreneur and public health advocate, best known as the founder and CEO of bEHR Health. bEHR Health is a community-based, patient-centered care platform in the United States dedicated to improving health outcomes and health equity in the Black community. It does this by combining medical, lifestyle, and social solutions, utilizing a real-time health score algorithm and personalized health solutions. Kwame also in the International Record holder for 2 mi...

Today we talk with esteemed immunologist Dr Ebru. Dr. Ebru launched AveSeena, a skincare brand using effective, non-irritating ingredients to promote healthier skin wellness. AveSeena focuses on innovative anti-inflammatory ingredients to deliver exceptional performance, to revive, repair, regenerate, and defend sensitive skin. www.aveseena.com www.rossafit.com for one - on -one health coaching

On this episode I go through my most recent blood work as a 9 year vegan. Showing you what you can expect if you decide to give this lifestyle a chance. www.rossafit.com for one on one coaching program.

Today on the podcast I include the audio from my Healthy Dining Handbook. This was a paid video course where I walk you through strategies to be able to eat out at restaurants without sacrificing your goals. Tips and tricks I have picked up along the way which have allowed me to maintain my 95 pound weight loss while still being able to enjoy dinging out with friends and family. To watch the video you can find it on my Youtube channel - @rossafit For weight loss coaching services: www.routinehea...

Today we talk with Dr. Carl Rothschild. He the founder, researcher, and owner of Trifecta Light™ Technologies, Inc., the industry leader in the LED Infrared/Red Light therapeutic heating light lamp modality. Over the last 30 years, Dr. Carl’s prolific, expert research and the development of his leading-edge LED Infrared/Red bed and pad system products has secured his formidable legacy in the category. He is widely considered one of the world’s top thought leaders in LED Infrared/Red Light scienc...

Today on the show we talk with Coach Kev Ramon. Kev is a fruitarian- someone who only consumes fruit. He talks about what lead him to this dietary choice, the evidence that it is the natural diet for humans, and also talks about how searching for peace within yourself will lead to putting the right food into your body. http://www.coachkevramon.com/ https://youtube.com/@kevramon?si=z5kVJJ1nSpr0OCbM https://www.instagram.com/coach_kev_ramon

This week we go back to an older video I did about the warning signs or symptoms that you should not take lightly in your health journey. I like to call them symptoms, because that is what they are. Symptoms of a system that is crying out for help and trying to let you know that there is a problem that needs addressing in your diet or lifestyle. For coaching program: www.routinehealthandfitness.com

On this episode I talk about my experience with the Dr Stephen Cabral 7 day functional medicine detox. I have been wanting to try a health program such as this for some time and I tell you all about the key take aways I learned from this valuable tool in your health arsenal. Stephen Cabral https://stephencabral.com For my health coaching please contact me here- www.routinehealthandfitness.com

I've been vegan for 10 years now, and in this episode, I talk about why I continue with this diet and lifestyle, and the reasons you may want to consider it for yourself. www.routinehealthandfiness.com www.rossacookbook.com

Many times venues consult with sound production people, but nobody asks the band what they would like to see in a venue. This week I share my tips from over 30 years of performing in venues, on providing the band with in house production. These tips will help ensure bands WANT to play your venue.

Today on the show we talk with Todd Ashbeck- founding member of Rising Phoenix. Todd was recently let go from the band after 12 years of service under somewhat contentious circumstances. Todd joins me to give us the full story on how he was notified of this choice and what may have led up to the firing. He also will tell us about his new band- Rising Star and what he did differently when starting this new project. You can follow Todd and his new band here: https://www.facebook.com/RisingPhoenixW...

Today, we’re joined by Josh Merritt, a rising “truthful troubadour” in the tradition of Hank Williams and Zach Brown. With a southeast dose of hill country credibility, Josh’s upcoming album, 206, is a raw, autobiographical journey through love, heartbreak, and growth. We’ll dive into the inspiration behind the songs, the meaning of 206, and the eerie Stanley Hotel connection to his new music video. Josh also shares his personal story of growing up in an area devastated by the drug epidemic in K...

This week we talk about dealing with the inevitable band member change. Whether you are having someone leave the band, or asking someone to leave the band, this can be a very sad, and turbulent time, and having the ideas I lay out in this podcast can help minimize some of the damage. As a band leader for over 20 years , I have learned a lot from past mistakes as well as things I've learned to do right, that will help you in your specific band situation.

This week we continue my discussion of the saturation of the local cover band scene with Michael Grassman of Sound Check Entertainment. Michael is a liaison between some local venues and bands trying to help solve some of the problems that are plaguing the industry with low turn out and downward trends of revenues for live music venues. www.soundcheckentertainment.net

Today we talk with Geoff Landon. Geoff is a long time staple of the Wisconsin music industry. Based out of Wisconsin Rapids, Geoff is a singer, songwriter and performing artist with decades of experience and insight having performed in many bands over the years. We talk about dealing with extreme loss, trying to deliver the essence of the song, how to separate yourself from others and always striving to be an artist first. You can find out more about Geoff at the links below: https://www.geoffla...

Today we have Board Certified health practitioner, Aleiah Kennedy from Be Well Co. She talks about the benefits of choosing functional medicine over conventional medicine, her personal story of fighting multiple sclerosis with natural methods, and how blood work from your doctor doesn’t always tell the whole story. She also gives real tangible tips for you to take control of your health with a comprehensive and multi-faceted approach. Make sure to stick around until the end of the show for infor...

This week I give my thoughts on the , what I call, over saturation of the local South Eastern Wisconsin music scene. What I see compared to years ago, and what I think is causing it. The negative effects I for see it having on this vibrant market and some thoughts on how to prevent it from being detrimental. I also talk about what you can do as a band to negate it's effects on your brand.

In this episode, we dive into the science behind how a high saturated fat diet impacts cholesterol levels and what that means for your heart health. Discover why saturated fats found in animal products can elevate “bad” LDL cholesterol, leading to clogged arteries and increased risk of heart disease. Then, we explore the transformative benefits of a vegan diet—how plant-based eating naturally lowers cholesterol, reduces inflammation, and promotes long-term cardiovascular health. Whether you’re l...

This week we have a show review of the Daughtry concert at The Epic Center in Green Bay Wisconsin on December 21, 2024 Supporting scts were Devour The Day and Sleep Theory. Below are links to all their websites for tickets. https://daughtryofficial.com/daughtry/events https://devourtheday.com/ https://sleeptheoryofficial.com/

In this episode, continuing my series on the most common ailments today, we talk about gallstones, and gallbladder disease. I explain how the gallbladder works and why it becomes compromised and affected by diet and lifestyle. I give you a clear understanding of the mechanics of the gallbladder and also share a path forward for you, so that you will never suffer a gallbladder attack, or worse , be told that you need to have it removed. Visit www.routinhealthandfitness.com for 1 on 1 health coach...

This week we have the audio of my interview for the Wisconsin Music Podcast. We talked a lot about my 20 years in the cover band industry, things I've learned along the way about leadership and management of a cover band, and also my thoughts about the current state of the local music scene especially post Covid. You can connect with Zach's podcast here: https://www.wisconsinmusicpodcast.com/

In this episode I tell the story of the day my dad died, and how that event shaped who I became after. I also talk about some things that happen during an event like this and aspects of it that you may never have thought about so that you may be able to navigate a devastating day such as this just a little bit easier. Please make sure you have pre arrangements made for your surviving family members in the event of your death. Wisconsin Memorial Park can help with that in this most difficult time...

This week we examine the real truth about high blood pressure and how easy it is to lower it. I go over the mechanism by which blood pressure gets elevated and explain the real tangible ways that you can get it under control without medication. If you are thinking of hiring a health coach, you can find out more about me and my programs along with many free resources at my website: www.routinehealthandfitness.com