Introducing the "Mind, Body, Work Podcast," your essential audio companion from the team behind Workplace Wellbeing Professional. Designed for wellbeing professionals, health and safety managers, and occupational health specialists, our podcast delves into the topics that matter—from mental health and nutrition to remote working and legal protections. Listen in for actionable insights and expert perspectives to advance your workplace wellbeing initiatives. It's your go-to source for staying ...
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Make Your Body Work: Live healthier, smarter, and happier!
Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional
Make Your Body Work is all about living healthier, smarter and happier…and doing it all one day at a time. Dave Smith, Canada’s Top Fitness Professional, answers your health-related questions!
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They’ve done their research so you don’t have to. Body of Work is an exploration of health topics in the news and important matters facing science with experts from Baylor College of Medicine. Scientists, physicians and specialists from diverse disciplines discuss the impact of hot-button issues on healthcare, research, community and education.
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Empowering Disabled Employees: Strategies for Inclusive Workplaces
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In the latest episode of the Mind, Body, Work Podcast, host Joanne Swann speaks with Angela Matthews, Director of Policy and Research at Business Disability Forum, and Chris Jay, Founder and Managing Director of Bascule Disability Training. Together, they explore effective inclusive practices, delve into disability policy, debunk common misconcepti…
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Healthy Minds, Productive Workplaces: What You Need to Know
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Mental Health Awareness Week UK is from Monday May 13th 2024 to Sunday May 19th 2024. It’s time we get talking about mental health. In this session, editor of Workplace Wellbeing Professional Joanne Swann is joined by accredited psychologist Dr Ute Liersch and Psychology and Neuroscience Expert, Ruth Kudzi. Together, they explore five prevalent men…
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Prioritising Employee Health: A World Health Day Special
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In the latest episode of the Mind, Body, Work Podcast, host Joanne Swann speaks with Kelly Nicoll, a Chartered Fellow of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health, and Peter Grinbergs, a physiotherapist and co-founder of the MSK health tech company EQL. Timed to coincide with World Health Day on April 7th, this episode shines a spotlight on…
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The Appreciation Equation: Why Valuing Employees is Key
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In this episode of the Mind, Body, Work podcast, host Joanne Swann is joined by Dr. Alexandra Dobra-Kiel, Innovation and Strategy Director at Behave, and Amrit Sandhar, CEO of &Evolve. Together they discuss the psychological advantages of expressing gratitude in the workplace and share effective strategies for employee appreciation. This discussion…
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The Working Parent's Mind: Managing Mental Health
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In this episode of the Mind, Body, Work Podcast, Joanne Swann speaks with Karl Bennett, the Wellbeing Director at Vivup, and Jennifer Liston-Smith, the Head of Thought Leadership at Bright Horizons. Together they explore the mental health challenges faced by working parents, discuss innovative workplace policies for parental support, and share stra…
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Winter Blues: Managing Seasonal Affective Disorder at Work
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As the days grow colder and darker, our latest episode of the Mind, Body, Work Podcast tackles a crucial topic – Seasonal Affective Disorder. Host Joanne Swann speaks with Dr. Julia Lyons, Senior Counselling Psychiatrist at Onebright, and Kayleigh Frost, Head of Clinical Services at Health Assured. Together, they explore the common symptoms of SAD,…
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Spotlight on Mental Health: Addressing Stress in the Workplace
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In this episode of the Mind, Body, Work Podcast, Joanne Swann speaks with Neil Laybourn, founder of NL Consultancy, a mental health and wellbeing organisation. Joanne also speaks with the Chief Executive of MFHA England, Simon Blake. Together they shed light on the critical issue of workplace stress and discuss strategies and insights that can pave…
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Creating a Culture of Wellbeing: Nurturing Employee Health and Happiness
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In this episode of the Mind, Body, Work Podcast, Joanne Swann speaks with Katie De Bertrand, a Mental Health First Aid instructor and the Training Manager at Oxfordshire Mind. Joanne also speaks with behavioural science expert Jon Davies. Together they talk all things workplace wellbeing, discussing how this term has transformed in recent years, ho…
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For Heaven’s Sake: The Science of Hoping for a Miracle
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Trevor M. Bibler, Ph.D. is a clinical bioethicist with a background in religious studies and philosophy. Dr. Bibler performs clinical ethics consultations at Houston Methodist Hospital. He teaches a variety of audiences and conducts research in clinical bioethics, religion and medicine, and philosophical ethics. His current research focuses on the …
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For Heaven’s Sake: What is a Clinical Bioethicist?
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Trevor M. Bibler, Ph.D. is a clinical bioethicist with a background in religious studies and philosophy. Dr. Bibler performs clinical ethics consultations at Houston Methodist Hospital. He teaches a variety of audiences and conducts research in clinical bioethics, religion and medicine, and philosophical ethics. His current research focuses on the …
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Facing Concussions Head On: CTE Research
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Harvey Levin, Ph.D., is a professor and research scientist at Baylor College of Medicine and the Michael E. DeBakey Veterans Affairs Medical Center, where he researches the chronic effects of traumatic brain injuries. See below for more of Dr. Levin’s research Mild Traumatic Brain Injury in Translation Traumatic brain injury: networks and neuropath…
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Cell Wars: The Rise of Immunotherapy
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Malcolm Brenner, M.D., Ph.D., is a professor of molecular and human genetics, pediatrics and medicine and Founding Director of the Center for Cell and Gene Therapy at Baylor College of Medicine. He is also a member of the Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center. For more information on the Center for Cell and Gene Therapy: https://www.bcm.edu/cent…
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Sharmila Anandasabapathy, M.D.,is a professor of medicine in gastroenterology and director of Baylor Global Health at Baylor College of Medicine. She is also a member of the Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center. An advanced gastrointestinal endoscopist by training, Dr. Anandasabapathy’s research focuses on developing new technologies for the di…
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Outbreak: A Tale of Vaccines in 2019
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Peter Jay Hotez, M.D., Ph.D.,is the founding dean for the National School of Tropical Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine. He is also a professor in the departments of pediatrics and molecular virology & microbiology. He is a health policy scholar in Baylor’s Center for Medical Ethics and Health Policy and co-director of the Texas Children’s Hos…
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Nothing but a Number: Our Aging Physicians
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Todd Rosengart, M.D.is professor and chair of the department of surgery and a professor of molecular and cellular biology at Baylor College of Medicine. He is also a professor of heart and vascular disease at the Texas Heart Institute and current president of the national Society of Surgical Chairs. For more information on the Michael E. DeBakey De…
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Thomas Kosten, M.D., is a professor of psychiatry, neuroscience, pharmacology, immunology and rheumatology and director of the Division of Alcohol and Addiction Psychiatry at Baylor College of Medicine. His professional interests include developing medications and vaccines for addictions and pharmacology. For more information on Baylor College of M…
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Spit It Out (Part 2): Privacy and Prejudice
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Amy McGuire, J.D., Ph.D., is a professor of biomedical ethics and director of the Center for Medical Ethics and Health Policy at Baylor College of Medicine. Her professional interests include ethical and policy issues raised by emerging technologies, research ethics, informed consent and confidentiality. For more information on Baylor College of Me…
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Spit It Out (Part 1): The Reality of At-Home Genetic Testing
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Amy McGuire, J.D., Ph.D., is a professor of biomedical ethics and director of the Center for Medical Ethics and Health Policy at Baylor College of Medicine. Her professional interests include ethical and policy issues raised by emerging technologies, research ethics, informed consent and confidentiality. For more information on Baylor College of Me…
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Genetic testing. The opioid epidemic. Vaccinations. People have more than a few opinions on these hot topics. But what sometimes gets drowned out in all the talk is an authentic, professional and scientific opinion. That’s where we come in. Welcome to Body of Work. Check back soon for episode 1, where we talk with bioethicist Dr. Amy McGuire about …
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Make Your Body Work Episode 119: Why Am I Always In Last Place?
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Do you feel like you've been cursed with bad genes? Do you see others getting in shape and wonder, "What's wrong with me?" This episode is for you...Av Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional
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Make Your Body Work Episode 117: Am I Too Old to Make These Changes
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"I'm too old to change" - Have you said (or thought) something like this? The reality is, you can change your body at any age. Here's how to begin...Av Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional
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Make Your Body Work Episode 118: How Do I Stop Falling Off Track?
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Do you get enthusiastic about losing weight but then fall off track soon after? You're stuck in that on-again, off-again fitness cycle? Here's what to do...Av Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional
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Make Your Body Work Episode 116: How Do I Keep the Weight Off When I Can't Exercise Like I Used To?
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Have injuries or age slowed down your exercise and now the pounds are creeping on? How can you slim down when you can't exercise like you used to?Av Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional
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Make Your Body Work Episode 115: How I Lost 85 Pounds and Kept It Off
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Have you been dieting and trying to lose weight your whole life with little to no success? Learn the steps that one woman used to drop 85 pounds and to keep the weight off for good!Av Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional
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Make Your Body Work Episode 114: How Do I Stop Osteoporosis Before It Starts?
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No matter how healthy you are, everyone ages, and with aging comes a deterioration of bone density. Can we you stop osteoporosis before it starts? And, is there certain types of exercise that will help most? Is yoga enough? We'll explore all of these questions in today's episode.Av Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional
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Make Your Body Work Episode 113: I Just Can't Lose the Last 10 Pounds
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You've shed some weight already, but you just can't lose the last 10 pounds. Do you need to change your diet? Maybe you need more exercise? What's the solution?Av Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional
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Make Your Body Work Episode 112: Eat More or Eat Less? Which is Better For Your Metabolism?
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Is eating too little harming your metabolism? If you eat more calories, won't that lead to weight-gain? Eat more or eat less? Here's the balance you need...Av Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional
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Make Your Body Work Episode 111: Should You Start Lifting Heavier Weights?
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Are you lifting too much weight in the gym? Or are you not lifting enough? What are the benefits and the risks of lifting heavy weights?Av Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional
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Make Your Body Work Episode 110: Should I Cancel My Gym Membership?
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Do you have a gym membership that you never use? Should you keep it, or can you get in great shape without setting foot inside a gym?Av Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional
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Make Your Body Work Episode 109: Is Your Food Causing Inflammation?
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Is the food you eat causing inflammation in your body? If so, what does this mean for your health and how can you fix the problem?Av Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional
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Make Your Body Work Episode 108: Stress Isn't Going Anywhere - How Do I Deal With It?
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Do you have a stressful lifestyle that isn't likely going to change any time soon? Are you worried that it's impacting your weight? Here's what to do...Av Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional
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Make Your Body Work Episode 107: What Is The Most Reliable Way to Measure Weight-Loss Progress?
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The scale is one way to watch your body change over time, but is it telling an accurate story? What's the best way to track your weight-loss progress?Av Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional
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Make Your Body Work Episode 106: Why Does My Stomach Get So Bloated During The Day?
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Stomach Bloating Causes: If your stomach is flat in the morning but round and bloated by evening, you may be suffering from one of these digestive issues...Av Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional
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Make Your Body Work Episode 105: How Much Protein Do You Actually Need?
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How much protein do you actually need to eat each day? Since the answer differs for everyone, how can you know what a good amount of protein is for you?Av Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional
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Make Your Body Work Episode 104: How Can I Change My Genetics?
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What role do your genetics plan in your health? Is all your hard work exercising and eating healthy foods going to waste if you have the "wrong" genetics?Av Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional
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Make Your Body Work Episode 103: How Do I Deal With a Pelvic Prolapse?
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After giving birth, many women suffer from pelvic prolapse. What is it? How do you know if you have it? And, how can you heal and recover from it?Av Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional
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Make Your Body Work Episode 102: Does the Ketogenic Diet Work?
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Does the ketogenic diet work for weight-loss or is it just the latest fad that will disappear with all the other diets that didn't live up to their hype?Av Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional
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Make Your Body Work Episode 101: Why Doesn't Losing Weight Make Me Happy?
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Will losing weight make you happy? Unlikely. Weight-loss can be part of the equation, but it takes more that a slimmer physique to feel fulfilled...Av Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional
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Make Your Body Work Episode 100 - Help These Kids Make Their Bodies Work
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Why are these children living with physical disabilities when we have the power to heal them? Will you help make their bodies work properly?Av Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional
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Make Your Body Work Episode 099 - How to Stay Motivated Through Every Season
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Does your energy for exercise go up and down with the seasons? It doesn't have to be that way. Here's how you can stay motivated all year long!Av Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional
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Make Your Body Work Episode 098 - How to Bounce Back Stronger Than Ever After Injury
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Is injury is affecting the way you exercise? Is it a mental barrier? You're worried about re-injury? Overcome your fear. Get stronger. Here's how...Av Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional
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Make Your Body Work Episode 097 - Is the 80-20 Rule True For Weight-Loss?
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The 80/20 rule is often applied to health. Is your fitness (and weight) determined 80% by nutrition and only 20% exercise? Does exercise not really matter?Av Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional
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Make Your Body Work Episode 095 - How Do I Get Long, Lean Muscles?
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Can you exercise to get long and lean muscles like a ballerina? Or, are the shape of your muscles determine primarily by your genetics? Here's the answer...Av Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional
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Make Your Body Work Episode 096 - Is "Mindfulness" Enough to Beat Emotional Eating?
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You know you're an emotional eater, that's for sure. But knowing it and stopping it are two separate matters. Is "mindfulness" and "mindful eating" enough?Av Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional
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Make Your Body Work Episode 094 - Is My Body Too Acidic?
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What does your body's pH balance tell you about your health? What symptoms will you see if you become too acidic and how can you reverse this problem?Av Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional
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Make Your Body Work Episode 093 - How Do I Eat Veggies That I Don't Like?
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Want to eat more vegetables but just don't like the taste? The solution is in the way you prepare your meals. Learn how to make veggies taste great!Av Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional
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Make Your Body Work Episode 092 - Am I Going To End Up Like My Parents?
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Are you worried that you adopted unhealthy genetics from your parents? What can you do to overcome the obesity and illness that runs in your family?Av Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional
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Make Your Body Work Episode 091 - What's the Cure for Nighttime Overeating?
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Food cravings often lead to overeating, especially in the evening. Stop trying to rely on your willpower. This simple mindset shift might be what you need.Av Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional
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Make Your Body Work Episode 090 - When Do Eating Habits Become An Eating Disorder?
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Striving for healthy eating habits is great, but at what point does it become obsessive? When has healthy eating crossed over into an eating disorder?Av Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional
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Make Your Body Work Episode 089 - Bouncing Back After Cancer Strikes
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When cancer, other disease or injury strikes, how do you get your health and fitness back? What's reasonable to expect after losing so much ground?Av Dave Smith, Canada's Top Fitness Professional
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