When doctors said, “There’s nothing more we can do,” LeAnn Wheeler refused to accept that as the final verdict.

After multiple procedures, a failed bypass, and being labeled a “no-option” cardiac patient, LeAnn discovered Enhanced External Counterpulsation (EECP) — a non-invasive, FDA-approved, Medicare-covered therapy that has existed for decades but remains largely unknown in the United States.

In this powerful conversation, we discuss:

• What it feels like to be told you’re out of options
• The science behind angiogenesis and how the body can grow new blood vessels
• Lipoprotein(a) and the hidden genetic risk most patients are never tested for
• Why EECP is widely used internationally but underutilized in America
• What patients need to know if they’re searching for real answers

LeAnn now works to bring awareness and access to EECP through Thrive ECP, helping others avoid the devastating moment she experienced.

Learn more:
https://thriveecp.com

This episode is for anyone navigating heart disease, advocating for a loved one, or questioning whether “no more options” is really the end of the story.

Edward H. Muñoz shares the journey behind Challenges, Triumphs and Heroes: Memoirs of My Celanese Odyssey.

From growing up in a Texas border town to becoming a recognized global business leader, Edward reflects on perseverance, innovation, mentorship, and honoring the generation that built lasting legacy.

A powerful conversation about courage, character, and turning adversity into opportunity.

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Author Sharon Curcio joins My Life Now to discuss her award winning historical novel Asayi: An Autistic Teen’s Journey to Topple a Shogun in Medieval Japan.

Set during the Muromachi period, this conversation explores storytelling, historical research, disability representation, resilience, and the power of imagination in times of upheaval.

CONNECT WITH THE AUTHOR: https://www.sharon-curcio.com

GET THE BOOK: https://a.co/d/08RnTwMA

Mark Goldman joins My Life Now to talk about the heart behind his children’s books Big Buck Gives, Saves, and Spends and Little Penny Gives, Saves, and Spends. In a world where most families avoid money conversations until it’s too late, Mark created a fun, story-driven way to teach kids generosity, saving, and wise spending early.

This episode covers practical parenting, building values in the home, and why the money lessons kids learn young often shape the adults they become. If you’re a parent, grandparent, educator, or anyone who cares about raising grounded kids, this one will hit.

CONNECT WITH AUTHOR - https://give-save-spend.com

BUY THE BOOK - https://a.co/d/01jOf8LV

Hosted by Chris Buscher

Madiha Katao joins My Life Now to share the story behind her memoir The Daughter of the Golan Heights.

Rooted in Circassian heritage, agricultural life, and the enduring spirit of the Golan Heights, this conversation explores identity, belonging, faith, and the way memory shapes who we become.

A reflective and deeply human discussion about land, legacy, and carrying your past into the future.

CONNECT WITH THE AUTHOR: https://www.golanmk.com/

GET THE BOOK TODAY: https://a.co/d/0468CGWg

Jessica Nicole McAnelly joins My Life Now to talk about her children’s book Birdie’s Picnic Party, a fun and practical story designed to help kids learn real food safety habits without fear or boring lectures.

We talk about what inspired the book, why these lessons matter for families, and how parents can use storytelling to build healthier routines at home. 

CONNECT WITH THE AUTHOR: https://jessicanicolemcanellybooks.com 

Hosted by Chris Buscher.

Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, and more.

Author Russell Vann joins My Life Now to talk about the real experiences behind his Ghetto Bastard book series. From survival and hard lessons to reflection and growth, Russell shares how writing became a way to confront the past and move forward with clarity.

This episode explores identity, resilience, accountability, and what it means to reshape your life story over time.

GET THE BOOK TODAY ON AMAZON: Ghetto Bastard: A Memoir

Hosted by: Chris Buscher

Platforms: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, and all major podcast platforms.

Enko Sakai joins My Life Now for a thoughtful conversation on mindfulness, creativity, and the human experience. A Buddhist monk from Japan and a filmmaker, Enko shares insights from his personal journey, his work in film, and his reflections on stress, presence, and meaning in modern life.

This episode explores how creativity and stillness intersect, why mindfulness resonates across cultures, and how people can reconnect with themselves in an increasingly noisy world.Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, and all major podcast platforms.

Jared Woods joins My Life Now for a thoughtful conversation about his research driven book, The Gospel of Christ. Traveling through Africa while writing and studying, Jared shares why he set out to reconstruct the life and teachings of Jesus by weaving together the four canonical Gospels into a single narrative while also examining a wide range of early Christian texts.

This episode explores curiosity, historical inquiry, faith, and the lasting impact of Jesus’ teachings on spirituality, philosophy, culture, and personal transformation. Rather than approaching the subject from a doctrinal position, Jared reflects on Jesus as a revolutionary figure whose words continue to challenge and inspire across generations.

CONNECT WITH JARED WOODS = jaredwoodssavedmylife.com 

Hosted by: Chris Buscher

Platforms:Video on SpotifyAudio on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, and all major podcast platforms

Sandra M. Wentzel joins the My Life Now Podcast to share the heartwarming story behind her memoir, The Hen House: The Way We Were. Raised on Cedar Top Mountain in rural Pennsylvania during the 1950s and 60s, Sandra grew up in a home filled with love, sacrifice, and a kind of everyday kindness that is rare in our world today.

Her parents, Wert and Marie Henne, lived through the Great Depression and World War II. Their resilience shaped the home they built and the foster children they welcomed. As a twin and as a daughter, Sandra brings us into a world of family, sisterhood, small town living, and the memories that shaped her life.

This conversation invites listeners to slow down, breathe deep, and rediscover the value of gratitude, community, and preserving the stories that matter most.

Hosted by Chris Buscher
Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and all major platforms.