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This week, I spoke with Lions Club District Governor Carl Steiner about who and what the Lions Club is, the history of the Lions Club, and several of the community service initiatives they support:

• Vision: access to vision screening, glasses, and other interventions

• Diabetes: awareness and education

• Clean water & hunger

• And more!

To learn more about the Lions Club and to find one in your community, visit lionsclubs.org. You can also find more about volunteer opportunities at communityservicewithlions.org.

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This week, I spoke with Certified Nutrition Consultant and Health Coach Jeanne Norsworthy about her background and the differences between a nutritionist and a registered dietitian.

Find out more about Jeanne at www.worthysf.com and @worthyhealthandwellness on Instagram.

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This week, check out my conversation with the TJ Carter Band on her new album (The 6 Hour Record), music, creativity, and moments of magic. They also played two songs from the album live on the air!

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This week, I spoke with Ron Leal, my neighbor and fellow KSVY host. Ron has hosted In Step in Tech every Saturday 10-11 am for nearly 20 years.

I then chatted with about the power of music.

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This week, I spoke with Scott Murray, board president of Cancer Support Sonoma, about their biggest fundraising event of the year called Wig Out.

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This week, I spoke with Mario Castillo of Buckelew Programs about suicide prevention and more.

More about the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline here.

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Katherine Llodra joined me to talk about the many benefits of play for adults, which she describes as a voluntary, joyful, goal-free activity. A good reminder to step away from the to-do list!

Play has been shown to decrease stress, boost mood, strengthen connections, promote creativity & more.1

We reflected on how play shows up in each of our lives, including the surefire way to get me giggling: Mad Libs

How do you play?

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I was joined by fellow Sonoma Splash Masters swimmers, Dean, Brian, & Keith, who were part of a group of five from the Sonoma Valley who recently competed in the Gay Games 2026, in Valencia, Spain.

The Gay Games started in 1982 in San Francisco to promote diversity and inclusion in sports. This year marked its 12th event, which is held every four years. This year, over 10,000 athletes from 80 countries competed across 39 sports.

We spoke about their individual events, relays, and what the sport of swimming, as well as events like this, mean to each one of them.

I was then joined by Bob Rudorf and Amelia Belle, volunteer coordinators for Farm to Pantry’s local partner, Haystack Farm. For the past six years, Bob and Amelia have harvested, gleaned, and distributed produce and flowers throughout the Sonoma Valley to those facing food insecurity.

Now collaborating with extrafood.org, local food access efforts have never been stronger! For more information or to sign up as a gleaner, grower, or to donate, please visit farmtopantry.org.

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took the host seat (literally) and interviewed me as I reflected on the first ten episodes of my new podcast, Insight into Health.

I talked about what I’ve learned, what has been most surprising, and what has challenged me.

Plus, I announced the monthly podcast themes through the end of 2026!

August 2026: Demystifying Metabolism

September 2026: Women’s Health

Octoboer 2026: Digestive Health

November 2026: Men’s Health

December 2026: Connection

New episodes every Wednesday! Follow for free wherever you listen to podcasts (here are the links to Apple & Spotify).

In the last segment, we talked about my recent recipe series all about tofu on putyourfoodtowork.com, which has received the most engagement of anything I’ve put out to date.

Check out the series here.

As always, if you have any questions, topics, or recipe requests, please send me an email at insightintohealth@gmail.com

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ExtraFood

For the first two segments, I was joined by Kathy Carver of extrafood.org to talk about the great work this organization is doing to end food waste, decrease hunger, and fight the climate crisis.

Starting in 2024, ExtraFood expanded to Sonoma Valley to “rescue” food from local stores, schools, and Sonoma Valley Hospital to distribute it to those experiencing food insecurity. In the last year, over 286,000 pounds of food were rescued and distributed in our valley alone.

Part of the food recovery efforts comes from ExtraFood’s “Share the Bounty” Program where excess produce from farms, orchards, and backyards is harvested by volunteers and shared with neighbors in need.

If you are interested in volunteering or donating excess produce from your yard or farm, please reach out!

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Yoga in the Valley

I was joined by Krissy Marchus, my first yoga teacher! Krissy shared a little about her background, her love for teaching anyone “2 to 82,” and how yoga means so much more than poses on a mat.

If you are interested in learning more about Krissy, check out her classes at Sonoma Yoga, Santa Rosa Junior College, and on YouTube.

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Allison

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I was joined, once again, by lifestyle & FOOD TV host, artist, and author, Porter Brooks. For more about Porter, be sure to check out his website, porterbrooks.com, and on socials @theporterbrooks.

We chatted about our favorite produce of the season, my latest gleaning with extrafood.org, and Porter’s tip that will make your bell peppers last into winter — freezing them whole!

I then had my radio first — taste testing some of Porter’s favorite ways to preserve summer’s bounty:

Peach Preserves (like summer in a jar)

Apple Butter

Plum Strawberry Preserves (with a kick!)

Savory Peach Chutney

Spicy Rye Pickles

Pickled Red Onion

Arugula Basil Walnut Pesto (the smoothest pesto I’ve ever had)

We wrapped up talking about art and Porter’s upcoming exhibits:

• Now through August: The Passdoor on Sonoma Plaza

• Wednesday-Sunday: Gherneke Tasting Room

• September Art Walk, Thursday, September 3rd, 5-7 pm: El Dorado Hotel, featuring Three Sticks wines.

For any of the above recipes or to connect with Porter, message him @theporterbrooks on Instagram.

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I was joined by my friend Katherine Llodra to talk about the community we’ve found in the pool, the power of vulnerability, and exploring new communities.

Katherine then shared the evolution of her meditation practice and reminded me that there is no one “right” way to be present. She encouraged everyone to “know your why” when it comes to making new habits and reinforced the value of starting small.

Meditation resources to explore:

• Headspace

• Calm

• Insight Timer

• Waking Up

• The Way

• “Heart Coherence” practice

We wrapped up with Katherine asking me about my thoughts on caffeine.

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My upcoming events:

Insight into Health will be LIVE and in person on August 24, 2026, at Sonoma Community Center!

Vintage House Sonoma, August 6th, 2:30 - 4 pm: Making Sense of Supplements

Cancer Support Sonoma, July 9th, 11:15 - 12:15 pm: Eating Well on the Hard Days

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Dave Sickert joined me for the full show, where we talked about his previous co-host gig on KSVY’s Talkin’ Dog, Murphy’s Irish Pub trivia night, World Cup penalties, and the amazing voice of our mutual friend, TJ Carter.

We then got around to chatting about what Dave is up to, an idea that started when he was working in the Prestwood Elementary library and has grown into a company called noun that connects classroom lessons with real-world experiences and industry experts to show even the youngest students what is possible. For more information about noun, check out nountolearn.com or on LinkedIn.

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Guest: Amy Gallagher

I was joined by Amy Gallagher, Administrative & Membership Director at the Sonoma Valley Chamber of Commerce. We chatted about the amazing businesses and organizations within our Valley and the many events put on by the chamber:

• Wine Down Wednesdays

• Chamber Chat radio on KSVY 91.3

• Sonoma Young Professionals

We also chatted about the strawberry moon and the joys of Little Free Libraries (which you may find in your neighborhood!).

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Beyond the What: Kathy Hutchinson

Kathy Hutchinson, the Clinical Exercise Physiologist and Medical Integration Coordinator at Active Wellness Center in Petaluma, joined me. Kathy explained how her work differs from that of a physical therapist.

Active Wellness Center has recently been designated as a Medical Fitness Facility by the Medical Fitness Association, and Kathy explained what that designation means and the type of individuals they serve.

Kathy left us with things to consider when choosing a fitness environment that is right for you: comfort, enjoyment, and connection.

You can learn more about the Medical Fitness program at Active Wellness Center here. More about the book Connection Cure that I mentioned on air here.

Let’s Talk: Oliver & Sawyer

I was joined by my neighbors, Oliver and Sawyer, who are headed into 5th and 3rd grade, respectively. They talked about their favorite summer activities, including the Aqua Park at Sonoma Splash, which Oliver described as a “life experience.” Sawyer taught me about the World Cup, and we chatted about their favorite foods within the “Go, slow, whoa” framework.

What’s Feeling Alive: It’s Gleaning Time in the Valley!

Learn more about extrafood.org and their Share the Bounty gleaning program. They are looking for volunteers to harvest and residents who have excess produce they’d like to donate.

As promised, here are some of my favorite cabbage recipes:

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Let’s Talk #1: Dr. Sandi Spencer

I was joined by my stepsister, Sandi, all the way from Vancouver, BC, to talk about her cancer research work with the BC Research Institute. With a PhD in chemistry, Sandi works with other researchers and healthcare teams to help identify types of cancers using mass spectrometry. This research has been an important part of the exciting advancements in cancer care, including immunotherapy and more personalized cancer therapies.

Let’s Talk #2: Regina Gregor, CMT

I met Regina less than a week ago as a fellow practitioner serving Cancer Support Sonoma. Regina talked about her 22 years of experience as a massage therapist, and eccentrics & MELT Method classes at the Sonoma Community Center.

Regina then taught me about her approach to addressing the lymphatic system, scar tissue, and fascia, as well as the exhibition by Chiharu Shiota at the Asian Art Museum, which she has now visited twice due to the inspiring stories and breathtaking visual art installation.

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Hey! Did you hear that I have a new podcast? Here’s the first episode, which came out last Wednesday:

Check it out wherever you listen to podcasts (here are the links to Apple and Spotify). Episode #2 drops this Wednesday!

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Beyond the What: Allison’s new podcast

Hey there, it’s here. I kicked off this episode by turning the tables on Allison and asking her some questions about her new podcast.

Local Happenings: Hornwell Honeypicker Series Premiere!

Allison was joined by Michael Heffler, author of two children’s books that have been made into animated short films and will be shown at Sebastiani Theatre THIS Saturday, June 13th, at 1 pm.

The first film, “Hornwell Honeypicker, The Flying Pig,” teaches a young boy that when he faces his fears, being kind to himself is the first step to making the best decision.

The second film, “How Do I Get Smarter...and Happier?” offers advice that Michael wishes he’d had when he was younger — that we each have a choice in our happiness and that gratitude goes a long way.

Both films will be shown at the Sebastiani Theatre on Saturday, June 13, at 1 pm. Reserve your spot!

Ok, so I just read this book… Beyond Belief

Lyle here, again. Ok, so I just read this book, and Allison hasn’t read it (yet). It’s called Beyond Belief by Nir Eyal. I met him many years ago when I was trying to make a go of it in the tech world, and we even collaborated on an article at one point.

In this segment, I share some of the ideas in this fascinating book. I highly recommend checking out the book if you’re looking to move beyond some belief patterns that might be holding you back.

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I was joined by Porter Brooks, an accomplished celebrity cook and lifestyle television host who now calls Sonoma home.

Listen to the full recording to hear about Porter’s journey from marketing and advertising to “Porter’s Pics” on local KRON 4 to hosting network programming including Entertaining People and Urban Bite.

Follow him on one of his many social media portals at @theporterbrooks and on his websites porterbrooks.com and porterbrooksart.com to see all his content.

Good Food on a Budget

Porter and I then talked about the growing food insecurity concerns in our very own community, and Porter shared his favorite resources for getting good, healthy food on a budget:

• Flashfood app — offers up to 50% off produce, meat, and more from local grocery stores and restaurants.

• Too Good To Go app — helping users rescue good food from going to waste through major discounts at local stores, cafes and restaurants.

• Visit farmers’ markets right before closing to get the best deals.

Allison’s Special Announcement!

My new podcast, Insight into Health, is going live TOMORROW! If you missed the sneak peek yesterday, check it out and follow wherever you listen to podcasts:

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Allison

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Beyond the What: Memorial Day & Memories

Let’s Talk: Beth Steffy & Yes on Measure B

Music & Memories: Courtesy of Lyle McKeany

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Where to see me speak:

• Vintage House Sonoma:

  • May 21st, 2:30 - 4 pm: Nutrition, exercise, & bones

  • June 4th, 2:30 - 4 pm: Science of sleep

  • June 18th, 2:30 - 4 pm: Daily practices to support better sleep

• Cancer Support Sonoma:

  • June 11th, 11:15 am - 12:15 pm: Nutrition Across the Cancer Journey

  • July 9th, 11:15 am - 12:15 pm: Eating Well on the Hard Days

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Beyond the What: Sleep thoughts — stopping the hamster wheel

My guest co-host Brian Fitzgibbons knows the struggle well: his sleep hygiene habits help him fall asleep, but a hamster wheel of thoughts makes it hard to get back to sleep after waking in the night.

Good sleep has three foundations: adequate quantity (most of us need 7.5–9 hours), good quality, and consistent timing to support our circadian rhythm. To interrupt those middle-of-the-night thoughts, we shared how audio options like Calm and Slumber Studios, which offer stories, music, and nature sounds, are interesting enough to break the loop but not so engaging that you can’t drift off. My current favorite is Sleepy History.

For a deeper dive, I highly recommend the work of Dr. Matt Walker.

Let’s Talk: Brian Fitzgibbons

Brian and I met in the pool about 15 years ago and currently swim with the Sonoma Splash Masters group. He’s turning 70 this year and shared how he is thoroughly enjoying retirement and fills his days with swimming, gardening, painting, and traveling.

Brian credits his healthy relationship with aging in part to the impact he made during his working years. He started as a special education teacher and then moved to the forefront of bringing adaptive communication technology to children and adults with special needs.

Giving my almost 8-year-old nonverbal daughter a communication system has been a genuine game-changer. She can express her wants and needs, and it’s given us a window into her personality, including a dry sense of humor and a refreshing confidence.

What’s Feeling Alive: Swimming Adventure

Brian's favorite way to see the world? Swimming through it. He's a devoted SwimTrek traveler, which are open-water swimming trips that combine stunning destinations with instant community. He's made friends from around the world through SwimTrek, and is heading to the Greek Islands this summer to celebrate turning 70. Happy birthday to Brian!

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