Health Tech & Wellness Podcast

Feel guilty for rewatching the same show, reaching for your favorite comfort food, or doing absolutely nothing? Those moments may not be wasted time, they may be exactly the reset you need.

This week on the Health Tech and Wellness Podcast, John Adams and Crystal Nevidale pull back the curtain on their favorite comfort rituals, from The Big Bang Theory, Buckeyes, and mood-changing music to dancing, doodling, motivational speeches, and the perfect zero-obligation day.

We’re talking about giving yourself permission to slow down, enjoy what makes you happy, and stop measuring every moment by how productive it is.

In this episode:

• Why familiar shows feel so comforting
• The foods and songs that instantly lift our mood
• Simple hobbies that help quiet the mind
• Finding your way out of an emotional rut
• What our perfect responsibility-free days look like
• Why rest is an important part of balance

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 Introduction to comfort culture and habits 

03:21 Our favorite comfort shows
06:24 The foods we can’t resist
08:36 Music that changes your mood
09:54 Getting out of an emotional rut
12:43 Mindless hobbies that make us happy
14:17 Designing the perfect zero-obligation day
18:07 Retreats, responsibility, and recovery
19:34 Final thoughts

Stay healthy. Stay balanced. Keep driving forward.

#ComfortCulture #MentalWellness #HealthyBalance #Living95

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Who are you when you peel back the job title, the career, and everything people know you for?

This week on the Health, Tech & Wellness Podcast, Crystal and I sit down with Kendall Breitman, Head of Community at Riverside, for a conversation I've wanted to have for a long time.

Kendall opens up about balancing an always-connected career with being a wife and mom, learning when to switch off, recognizing overwhelm before it becomes burnout, and why she believes creating something you genuinely love matters more than chasing views or sponsorships. We also talk about her journey from political journalism to community building, leaving behind a career that looked successful from the outside, moving across the world for love, and completely redefining what success meant to her.

This is a conversation about people.

Kendall, thank you again for trusting us with your story and for being the perfect first guest for Crystal and I.

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Kendall Brightman

01:55 How Kendall and John first connected

03:37 Kendall's journey from journalism to community management

08:29 The growth of Riverside over the past few years

15:39 Balancing family life and work in a busy world

33:40 Living in during times of conflict

34:54 The impact of global events on personal perspectives

36:09 The importance of community and human connection

46:58 Final thoughts and advice for creators and community managers

#HealthTechWellness #KendallBreitman #WorkLifeBalance #Podcasting #MentalHealth #PersonalGrowth #CreatorCommunity #Riverside #Success #Burnout #LifeBalance

Would you tape your mouth shut while you sleep? Jump into freezing water every morning? Walk barefoot outside to "ground" yourself?

In this week's episode of the Health, Tech & Wellness Podcast, Crystal and I decided to take a break from the heavier conversations and have a little fun.

We're reacting to some of today's biggest viral wellness trends, sharing our completely honest first impressions, personal experiences, and a few laughs along the way.

This isn't medical advice.

We're not telling you what you should or shouldn't do.

It's simply two friends having an honest conversation about the health trends everyone seems to be talking about.

In this episode we discuss:

Mouth Taping
Cold Plunges
Grounding (Earthing)
Dry Scooping Protein Powder
Dry January
Juice Cleanses

Some of these surprised us. Some of them made us laugh. A few we might actually be willing to try…

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Chapters:

00:21 - Introduction: Health Trends

01:51 - Exploring Mouth Taping

05:06 - The Cold Plunge Craze

10:27 - Grounding: A Return to Nature

13:57 - The Dry Scooping Trend

17:52 - Nostalgic Cooking Memories

19:55 - The Impact of Alcohol on Health

22:12 - The Benefits of Dry January

23:42 - Exploring Juice Cleanses

29:02 - Close

#HealthTechWellness #WellnessTrends #HealthPodcast #ColdPlunge #MouthTaping #Grounding #JuiceCleanse #HealthyLifestyle #MentalWellness #SelfImprovement #Podcast #Living95 #HealthJourney #Wellness #HealthyHabits

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How many times has someone asked, “How are you doing?” and you answered, “I’m fine” even when you were anything but fine?

We all carry things other people can’t see. Grief. Stress. Anxiety. Financial pressure. Physical pain. Family struggles. Sometimes it’s something we’ve carried for years without telling anyone.

In this episode of the Health, Tech & Wellness Podcast, Crystal and I talk about that invisible load and why so many of us feel the need to pretend everything is okay.

We talk about the fear of looking weak, not wanting to burden other people, knowing who you can actually trust with your struggles, and how social media can make it seem like everyone else has life figured out.

I also share more of my own experience with depression and the unexpected conversation with a stranger that became a turning point in my life.

And sometimes opening up doesn’t mean telling someone your entire life story.

Sometimes it can simply mean saying:

“No. I’m actually not okay today.”

Maybe you need someone to listen. Maybe you need to call someone you trust. Or maybe you just need a hug.

Whatever you're carrying, you don't always have to carry it alone.

If this conversation resonates with you, share it with someone who might need to hear it.

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Chapters

00:00 - The Mask of 'I'm Fine’

02:32 - The Invisible Load

04:36 - The Fear of Vulnerability

06:02 - The Power of Sharing

17:57 - The Healing Hug

20:21 - You Don't Have to Pretend

#ImNotFine #MentalHealth #ItsOkayToNotBeOkay #MentalWellness

Song: FuryMusic by http://CreatorMix.com

Have you ever wondered… "Why am I not grieving the way I think I should?" You're not alone.

In this episode of the Health, Tech & Wellness Podcast, John Adams and Crystal Nevedale have an honest conversation about grief, loss, and why there is no "correct" way to grieve.

From losing parents and children to saying goodbye to loved ones and dealing with unexpected loss, we share personal experiences and talk about what actually helps when someone is grieving.

You'll learn:

• Why grief looks different for everyone

• Why the "five stages of grief" don't tell the whole story

• How to support someone who has lost a loved one

• Why comparing grief can actually make things harder

• How to stop feeling guilty about the way you grieve

If you're grieving, know this:

You're not broken.

You're not grieving wrong.

You're human.

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#Grief #MentalHealth #Healing #Loss #PersonalGrowth

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Life doesn’t slow down just because we’re trying to take better care of ourselves.

After taking a few weeks away from the podcast, John and Crystal are back with an honest conversation about what happens when life gets busy.

Between running a business, caring for family, building new opportunities, and navigating life’s unexpected challenges, it’s easy to let our own health and relationships fall to the bottom of the list.

In this episode we talk about:

✅ Finding balance during life’s busiest seasons

✅ Why your body eventually forces you to slow down

✅ Small habits that help you stay grounded

✅ The importance of showing up even when life feels messy

✅ Why commitment is choosing priorities over excuses

This isn’t a conversation about having everything figured out.

It’s a conversation about learning not to lose yourself while you’re building the life you want.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, stretched too thin, or like you’re constantly putting yourself last, this episode is for you.

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#HealthTechWellness #WorkLifeBalance #BurnoutRecovery #MentalHealth #PersonalGrowth #SelfCare #Productivity #WorkLife #HealthyLiving #WellnessJourney #SmallBusinessOwner #EntrepreneurLife #StressManagement #LifeBalance #Living95 #HealthPodcast #WellnessPodcast #Motivation #Mindset #KeepDrivingForward

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What happens when work starts taking over everything?

In this episode of the Health, Tech & Wellness Podcast, John and Crystal discuss the reality of busy seasons, long hours, burnout, and the challenge of balancing work, family, and personal well-being.

While many people look forward to relaxation and vacations, others are entering their busiest time of the year. Whether you’re a business owner, rideshare driver, retail worker, healthcare professional, or simply trying to keep up with life’s demands, this conversation is a reminder that success means very little if you miss the people and moments that matter most.

We discuss:

✅ Work-life balance during busy seasons

✅ Why burnout happens

✅ Learning to say no without guilt

✅ Protecting your mental health

✅ Family, relationships, and priorities

✅ The importance of rest and recovery

✅ Building structure that supports your life

✅ Why “survival mode” isn’t meant to last forever

Sometimes the most important thing you can do isn’t work harder.

Sometimes it’s simply being present.

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#HealthTechWellness #WorkLifeBalance #BurnoutRecovery #MentalHealth #PersonalGrowth #SelfCare #Productivity #WorkLife #HealthyLiving #WellnessJourney #SmallBusinessOwner #EntrepreneurLife #StressManagement #LifeBalance #Living95 #HealthPodcast #WellnessPodcast #Motivation #Mindset #KeepDrivingForward

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Summer is supposed to be the happiest time of the year.

The sun is shining. Vacations are happening. Families are making memories. Social media is filled with smiles, beaches, cookouts, and picture-perfect moments.

So why do so many people still feel overwhelmed, anxious, stressed, exhausted… or even sad?

In this episode of the Health, Tech & Wellness Podcast, John Adams and Crystal Nevedale dive into a topic that doesn’t get talked about nearly enough: Summer SAD and the hidden pressure to feel happy simply because the weather is nice.

We discuss:

✅ The “Summer Happiness Tax”

✅ Why social media makes summer feel overwhelming

✅ Summer anxiety vs. summer depression

✅ Body image pressure during warmer months

✅ How routines and structure protect your mental health

✅ Why chasing perfection steals your peace

✅ Practical ways to stay grounded during life’s busiest seasons

Whether you’re struggling with stress, feeling burned out, trying to keep up with everyone around you, or simply looking for ways to protect your mental health this summer, this conversation is for you.

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Chapters

00:00 - Understanding Summer Sadness

08:08 - The Importance of Morning Routines

15:11 - Navigating Social Pressures and Body Image

21:59 - The Role of Structure in Mental Health

28:58 - Protecting Your Peace This Summer

#MentalHealth #SummerSAD #MentalHealthAwareness #SummerDepression #Anxiety #StressManagement #SelfCare #Living95 #HealthTechWellness #PersonalGrowth #Mindset #MentalWellness #ProtectYourPeace #HealthyLiving #BalanceNotBurnout #SummerStress #WellnessJourney #ProgressOverPerfection

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In this episode, John Adams and Crystal Nevedale dive deep into the hidden mental health effects of overstimulation, constant noise, digital overload, anxiety, burnout, and why so many people feel emotionally drained in today’s nonstop world.

This episode is a real, honest conversation about:

• Mental exhaustion and overstimulation

• Why silence feels uncomfortable for so many people

• Social media overload and constant notifications

• Anxiety, overwhelm, and emotional burnout

• ADHD, focus struggles, and sensory overload

• Grounding techniques and simple ways to decompress

• Sleep habits, guided meditation, and shutting your brain off

• How to intentionally create peace in a chaotic world

This episode isn’t about quitting life, throwing away your phone, or escaping the world. It’s about learning how to protect your mental energy in a world designed to constantly steal your attention.

If you’ve been feeling mentally drained, emotionally overloaded, anxious, restless, or just “off” lately… this conversation is for you.

👇 What helps YOU mentally decompress?

Drop it in the comments.

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Chapters

00:00 - Understanding Overstimulation

06:15 - Personal Experiences with Overstimulation

10:52 - The Impact of Silence and Noise

18:10 - Finding Peace in a Noisy World

24:06 - Practical Strategies for Mental Rest

#MentalHealth #Overstimulated #Burnout #Anxiety #Mindfulness #Overthinking #StressRelief #MentalWellness #ADHD #SelfCare #DigitalDetox #Podcast #HealthTechWellness #Living95 #MentalExhaustion #WellnessPodcast #PersonalGrowth #Mindset #EmotionalHealth #Meditation

Song: FuryMusic by http://CreatorMix.com

Do you ever sit down to relax… and immediately feel guilty for it? Like you should be working harder. Doing more. Grinding longer. Optimizing every second of your life.

In this episode of the Health, Tech & Wellness Podcast, John Adams and Crystal Nevedale have a real conversation about burnout, hustle culture, mental exhaustion, social media pressure, and why so many people today don’t even know how to rest anymore.

This isn’t about quitting. It isn’t about lowering standards. It’s about learning how to give yourself grace without feeling like you’re failing.

If you constantly feel pressure to “do more”…

If your brain never shuts off…

If you feel exhausted trying to improve your life…

This episode is for you.

Because balance isn’t weakness.

Sometimes balance is survival.

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Chapters

00:00 - The Importance of Relaxation

03:03 - Social Media and the Pressure to Perform

05:57 -  Mindfulness and Being Present

09:05 - Creating Healthy Habits and Schedules

11:56 - The Balance Between Growth and Rest

15:01 - Finding Grace in Self-Improvement

17:56 - The Journey of Personal Growth

21:07 - Intentional Rest and Mental Health

23:49 - Final Thoughts on Balance and Grace

#MentalHealth #Burnout #SelfCare #HustleCulture #PersonalGrowth #Mindset #Living95 #Wellness #MentalWellness #Podcast #HealthTechWellness #SelfImprovement #Balance #StressRelief #Motivation #Healing #Productivity #Mindfulness #BurnoutRecovery #RestWithoutGuilt

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