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Step into the art and science of listening with Elizabeth Rosner, acclaimed author of Third Ear: Reflections on the Art and Science of Listening. We explore the invisible threads that connect us through trauma, resilience, and the longing for true understanding. Elizabeth draws from her own family history as the daughter of Holocaust survivors and decades of research into healing, language, and connection. Together, we consider how listening extends beyond sound, embracing intuition, body, and even silence itself.

Discover stories about healing from trauma, the power of naming what we carry, and how horses and disconnected telephones can teach us new ways to connect. Whether through language, art, or quiet presence, we uncover how each of us can listen more deeply to ourselves, each other, and the world around us.

Resources:

• Learn more about Elizabeth’s work at elizabethrosner.com
• Read Third Ear: Reflections on the Art and Science of Listening

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How do you find hope after heartbreaking loss? In this moving episode of Resonate, Barry sits down with Julie Green—nurse, grief facilitator, and author of *A Thousand Little Memories*—to talk about love, loss, and healing. Julie opens up about losing her son Jack to suicide, her journey through shock and despair, and the steps she took to reclaim joy and purpose. She shares the small rituals and daily practices that anchored her, from mindful walks on the beach to honoring Jack’s memory with family traditions and dragonfly sightings. Along the way, Julie offers honest advice for supporting others through grief and breaks down the power of resources like the Grief Recovery Method and EMDR therapy. This is a conversation about the enduring presence of love, the importance of being present, and the hope that can emerge even in the most difficult chapters of life.

Resources:

• Read A Thousand Little Memories by Julie Green
• The Grief Recovery Method
• EMDR Therapy
• American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
• Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988

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What does it take to let go of who you’ve always been and step into something new? In this powerful live episode, we sit down with Mexican actress Paola Núñez as she returns to her hometown of Tecate and shares the story of how she’s redefining success beyond the spotlight. Paola takes us behind the scenes of her rise to fame, the pressures of staying “young” in Hollywood, and the emptiness that set in when her passion for acting began to fade.

We explore how Paola is channeling her drive into animal welfare, founding a volunteer group to rescue, walk, and rehome stray dogs in a region where animal advocacy is still new. She speaks candidly about the challenge of breaking out of the “roles” we play for others, facing family expectations, and learning to find worth beyond what we do for a living.

Whether you’re chasing a dream, facing a turning point, or simply searching for new meaning, Paola’s journey will inspire you to ask: Who would I be if I let myself follow what lights me up?

Resources:

• Follow Paola on Instagram: @paolaNúñez
• Follow the LATA Foundation on Instagram: @latafoundation

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How does women’s leadership change the climate conversation? In this powerful episode, Barry sits down with trailblazers Pat Mitchell and Ronda Carnegie, co-founders of Project Dandelion, to explore why women-led movements are at the heart of global climate justice. From the symbolism of the dandelion to the urgent need for hope over fear, Pat and Ronda share the real stories, strategies, and practical actions that mobilize millions—and how everyone, not just women, can play a part.

We learn how storytelling and collective action can break through paralysis, why funding women-led solutions is critical, and how regenerative agriculture, indigenous wisdom, and daily choices shape our planet’s future. Plus, hear how Rancho La Puerta’s long-standing commitment to sustainability serves as a model for communities everywhere.

Resources:

• Project Dandelion: https://projectdandelion.com
• Planetary Guardians & Planetary Health Check: https://planetaryguardians.org
• Mary Robinson’s book “Climate Justice”

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Jazz has always been more than a genre—it’s a conversation, a connection, and a way to heal. In this episode, we sit down with Sean Jones, acclaimed trumpeter, composer, and music educator, as he prepares to headline Rancho La Puerta’s first-ever Jazz Week alongside Billy Childs and Ben Williams.

We follow Sean’s journey from his roots in Warren, Ohio, to the vibrant jazz scenes of Pittsburgh and Cleveland, through his formative years singing in church and picking up the trumpet as a shy fifth-grader. Sean shares stories of falling in love with jazz legends like Miles Davis and Dizzy Gillespie, the challenge and identity he found in his instrument, and his passion for both performance and education.

The conversation flows from the improvisational heart of jazz to its deep ties with healing and social history. Sean opens up about self-care, spirituality, and how his new band, focused on renewal and good vibrations, aims to bring music’s healing power to the world. Whether you’re a lifelong jazz lover or new to the genre, you’ll find inspiration in Sean’s perspective on creativity, collaboration, and the sound of silence.

Resources:

• Follow Sean’s work at sean-jones.com
• Follow Sean on Instagram: @seanyboymusic

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Before she was a plant-based icon, Chef AJ was a teenage comedian playing her cheeks on The Tonight Show. Now, after writing bestselling cookbooks and transforming her health, she faces her toughest chapter yet: a cancer diagnosis.

We talk with AJ about her early career in showbiz, her transition to healthy eating after a pre-cancer scare, and how she built a thriving digital audience during the pandemic with Chef AJ Live. She opens up about learning she had stage three lung cancer despite a near-perfect lifestyle, the lessons it’s teaching her, and how she’s leaning into laughter, mindset, and daily joy to move forward.

Resources:

• Chef AJ’s YouTube: Chef AJ Live
• Read AJ’s latest cookbook: Sweet Indulgence
• Optimum Health Institute: optimumhealth.org
• Mentioned: Anatomy of an Illness by Norman Cousins

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How much power do we have over how we age? Turns out—quite a lot.

In this inspiring conversation, Barry welcomes Maddy Dychtwald, co-founder of Age Wave and author of Ageless Aging: A Woman’s Guide to Increasing Health Span, Brain Span, and Lifespan. Together, they dive into the myths and breakthroughs of modern aging, from the overlooked gender gap in health research to the simple yet powerful tools we can all use to thrive in later life.

We explore how a positive mindset can add years to your life, why movement (not just exercise) is essential, and how focusing on strength, sleep, and nutrition can profoundly impact your health and happiness. Maddy also sheds light on the importance of specialized menopause care and the latest discoveries in epigenetics that show how our lifestyle choices can turn our genes on and off.

Learn why aging is not a decline, but an evolution—and why it's never too early or too late to start living vibrantly.

Resources:

• Learn more at agewave.com
• Read Ageless Aging
• Maddy and Ken Dychtwald will be presenting at Rancho La Puerta on June 21st.

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Can laughter be a life’s calling? For Laura Robinson, it just might be.

This week on Resonate, we welcome Laura Robinson—actor, author, game inventor, musician, and all-around creative force. From co-creating the iconic board game Balderdash to appearing in fan favorites like Frasier and Cheers, Laura shares how she’s followed her curiosity (and her heart) across multiple industries.

She opens up about the origin of her bestselling Chicken Soup book, Count Your Blessings, the gift of growing up in a musical home, and her late-in-life return to her deepest love: songwriting. Plus, we get to hear her perform her heart-stirring original song, “30 Summers,” live.

Whether you're a multi-passionate creator or someone who just needs permission to begin, this episode is a joyful nudge forward.

Resources:

• Read Chicken Soup for the Soul: Count Your Blessings
• Check out Laura’s game, Balderdash
• Laura Robinson on IMDB

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