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What if pain isn’t the enemy—but a signal your body is trying to protect you?

In this episode of Resonate, Barry sits down with movement therapist Nathan Briner to explore a radically different understanding of pain, one rooted in modern pain science and nervous system regulation. Nathan shares how his own thinking evolved after decades of working with chronic pain clients, shifting away from “fixing” the body and toward helping it feel safe enough to heal.

Together, they unpack why aggressive stretching can backfire, how the nervous system drives pain responses, and why awareness, patience, and gradual movement matter more than any single technique. Nathan also offers practical tools for desk workers, insights on posture myths, and simple ways to calm the nervous system through breath and gentle movement.

This episode is an invitation to stop battling your body and start working with it—one small, respectful step at a time.

Resources:

• nathanbriner.com
• Follow Nathan on Instagram: @nathan_briner

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Cognitive decline is one of the greatest fears of aging, yet most people don’t realize how much control they still have. In this episode of Resonate, Barry sits down with neuroscientist and brain health educator Ryan Glatt to explore how movement, strength training, and mental challenge work together to support long-term brain health.

Ryan shares his unconventional path from personal training to applied neuroscience, explains why not all exercise is created equal, and introduces the concept of dual task training, combining physical movement with cognitive demand. They unpack the differences between normal aging, mild cognitive impairment, dementia, and Alzheimer’s disease, while also highlighting lifestyle factors that can meaningfully reduce risk.

From why walking alone may not be enough, to how strength training supports the brain’s frontal lobes, this conversation offers practical, empowering insights for anyone who wants to stay mentally sharp at any age.

Resources:

• Pacific Neuroscience Institute  
• Follow Ryan Glatt on Instagram  
• Connect with Ryan Glatt on LinkedIn

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What if your life came with an owner’s manual?

In this thoughtful episode of Resonate, Barry sits down with internationally recognized astrologer, author, and teacher Leslie McGuirk to explore astrology as a practical tool for self-understanding rather than prediction. Leslie shares how a single astrology reading at age nineteen changed the direction of her life, helping her reclaim her creativity after being told she had none. That moment sparked a path that led her from children’s books and design to decades of astrological study and teaching.

Together, they unpack astrology as an esoteric science that reveals patterns, emotional tendencies, and personal timing, much like a musical score unique to each individual. Leslie explains how understanding your chart can bring clarity to relationships, creativity, and even health, while offering comfort during difficult seasons. This conversation invites curiosity, self-trust, and a deeper appreciation for the design you were born with.

Resources:

• Leslie McGuirk’s website: lesliemcguirk.com
• Read The Power of Mercury by Leslie McGuirk
• Read If Rocks Could Sing by Leslie McGuirk
• Leslie McGuirk on Instagram
• Leslie McGuirk on Facebook

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We avoid talking about death until it’s right in front of us. In this episode of Resonate, Barry sits down with attorney and yoga instructor Kathryn Tucker, a leading advocate for end-of-life choice, to unpack what “medical aid in dying” really means, why states are driving the conversation, and how the modern wave of psilocybin research is changing what’s possible for anxiety and existential distress at the end of life. Kathryn also connects the dots between psychedelics and long-held contemplative practices, reminding us that expanded states of consciousness aren’t limited to a medicine cabinet.

Resources:

• Connect with Kathryn on LinkedIn
• Read How to Change Your Mind by Michael Pollan

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Miracles don’t always arrive with thunder and lightning. Sometimes they look like a leaf revealing its hidden colors, a story that outflanks your resistance, or a single choice to see, hear, say, and do something beautiful before the day is done.

In this episode, Barry sits down with Rabbi Michael Zedek, author of Taking Miracles Seriously, to explore a grounded, story-driven spirituality that doesn’t demand perfection, certainty, or even one “right” interpretation. Together, they unpack why humor opens us up, how sacred texts can be truer as metaphor than as history, and what it means to live like life is precious, even when it’s hard.

You’ll also hear the origin story behind Michael’s newest book for young readers, why he believes stories stick when essays fade, and how everyday wonder can turn this life into more than something to simply endure.

Resources:

• Rabbi Michael Zedek’s website: rabbimichaelzedek.com
• Read Taking Miracles Seriously
• Read People Are Like…: Stories for Young Readers & Readers Who Wish to Stay Young
• Read The Spirituality of Imperfection

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In this illuminating episode of Resonate, Barry sits down with Jungian coach, dream analyst, former musician, and memoirist Orenda Fink to explore the vast landscape of the unconscious mind. Orenda shares how dreams reveal the 95% of our inner world we can’t access while awake, why the “shadow” holds the keys to our personal growth, and how early childhood experiences continue to shape our adult behaviors and beliefs.

Resources:

• Learn more about Orenda Fink: www.orendafink.com
• Creative Mind University
• A Witch’s Daughter by Orenda Fink
• Understanding the Borderline Mother by Christine Ann Lawson

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Welcome to Resonate, conversations and life lessons from Rancho La Puerta. In this heart-opening episode, Barry sits down with life coach, retreat leader, and author Elizabeth Trinkaus to explore one of the most universal beliefs we carry: the quiet, persistent feeling of “not enough.” With humor, honesty, and decades of experience guiding others toward self-worth, Elizabeth shares how this belief forms, how it quietly shapes our lives, and—most importantly—how we can finally let it go.

Together they unpack the stories we inherit, the inner critic that narrates them, and the liberating power of rewriting that narrative with compassion. Elizabeth reveals simple daily rituals to reconnect with your authentic self, the importance of creating space to hear your inner wisdom, and why embracing life’s beautiful messiness is essential to true self-acceptance. From personal breakthroughs to practical shifts in mindset, this conversation is an invitation to soften, breathe, and remember that you are already enough.

Resources:

• Read Elizabeth’s Book: “Enough Already! Yes, You Are”
• Elizabeth’s Coaching & Retreats: https://lizretreats.com
• Pinnacle View Life-Enrichment Programs: https://pinnacleview.net
• Listen to the “Enough Already” Podcast: https://enoughalready.libsyn.com

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A string of pearls for your body and mind. In this uplifting conversation, fitness icon and Discover Tai Chi creator Scott Cole joins Barry to explore the evolution from high-impact aerobics to mindful movement—why slowing down can heal, strengthen, and change your life.

Resources:

• Scott’s website:  scottcole.com
• Instagram: @scott_cole_wellness
• Discover Tai Chi (Balance & Mobility, Beginners, and more)

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From a turbulent childhood to early success in the computer industry, from selling her company at 49 to building 130+ water systems in Ethiopia, Lori Pappas has lived multiple lifetimes of service and reinvention. Now an author and speaker, Lori shares a clear path for turning struggle into wisdom—and why your most expansive season might be ahead of you.

Resources:

• Lori’s website: loripappas.com
• Read: The Magic of Yes

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We sit down with sociologist and sexologist Dr. Pepper Schwartz for a candid, science-backed exploration of love, desire, and connection across the lifespan. From the biology of attraction to the emotional architecture of long-term partnership, Pepper brings five decades of research—and 19 seasons of *Married at First Sight*—to reveal what truly makes relationships last. We talk about the myths that still surround aging and sexuality, how fantasy shapes our understanding of intimacy, and why chemistry, communication, and curiosity matter more than perfection. It’s an illuminating conversation about staying vibrant—in body, mind, and heart—at every age. 

Resources:

• Read American Couples: Money, Work, and Sex

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