The Good Soul

In Episode 99 of The Good Soul Podcast, Patti Alvarez sits down with Lori Kury of LKN Speech Language Pathology to talk about the emotional, social, and communication challenges many teen girls face today—and how movement, mindfulness, yoga, and connection can help. From ADHD and anxiety to executive functioning and confidence struggles, this conversation explores the power of creating safe spaces where teens can feel seen, supported, and empowered. Lori also shares details about the new Soul Sisters Teen Yoga & Empowerment Group at Good Soul Yoga, designed to help girls build resilience, emotional wellness, friendship skills, and self-confidence in a supportive community environment.

In Episode 98 of The Good Soul Podcast, Patti and Manny laugh their way through the realization that they are officially becoming their parents. From predicting rain with aching joints and obsessing over clean kitchens to appreciating hard work, family traditions, faith, and the little routines that make a house feel like home, this episode is funny, nostalgic, and surprisingly heartfelt. A conversation about aging, family roots, inherited wisdom, and the hilarious ways we slowly turn into the people who raised us.

In Episode 97 of The Good Soul Podcast, Patti Alvarez continues her conversation with hospice nurse practitioner Kirsten Carpenter in Journey to End of Life Care (Part 2). This episode goes deeper into what really happens at the end of life—physically, emotionally, and spiritually—while gently breaking down the fears and misconceptions surrounding hospice care. With honesty, compassion, and real-life experience, Kirsten shares what families can expect, how to navigate those final moments, and what this work has taught her about truly living. A powerful, eye-opening conversation that brings clarity, comfort, and perspective to one of life’s most human experiences.

In Episode 96 of The Good Soul Podcast, Patti Alvarez sits down with hospice nurse practitioner Kirsten Carpenter for The Journey to End of Life Care pt. 1. Through deeply personal experiences with loss and her work guiding patients and families at the end of life, Kirsten shares how grief can shape purpose and how understanding death can transform the way we live. A powerful and heartfelt conversation about empathy, presence, and finding meaning in both life’s hardest and most beautiful moments.

In Episode 95 of The Good Soul Podcast, Patti Alvarez sits down with Max Carpenter for Live Fearlessly – Rising from Health Challenges. Born with Cystic Fibrosis, Max shares his incredible journey through lifelong health battles, a double lung transplant, fatherhood, and now facing chronic rejection while participating in a rare experimental treatment. Through it all, his story is one of resilience, perspective, and choosing to live fully—no matter the circumstances. An inspiring conversation that will leave you rethinking strength, gratitude, and what it truly means to live fearlessly.

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In Episode 94 of The Good Soul Podcast, Patti Alvarez sits down with Renee Kelly for Faith, Yoga & Finding Alignment—a thoughtful and honest conversation about how faith and movement can coexist beautifully. Together, they explore the idea that caring for our bodies can be a deeply spiritual practice, while addressing the question many people have: is there a conflict between Christianity and yoga? With openness, grace, and personal experience, Renee shares her journey of living as both a devoted Christian and a yogi. A meaningful episode about belief, growth, and finding alignment in your own way.

In Episode 93 of The Good Soul Podcast, Patti Alvarez sits down with Bob Fryer to talk all things pickleball in Let’s Talk Pickleball. From Bob’s personal journey into the sport to the explosive growth of pickleball across the country, this episode explores why so many people are getting hooked. Patti shares her own first-time experience, and together they highlight the vibrant Lake Norman pickleball community and how anyone—at any age—can jump in and start playing. Fun, social, and surprisingly addictive… you just might want to grab a paddle after this one.

In Episode 92 of The Good Soul Podcast, Patti Alvarez is joined by her husband and built-in co-host for life, Manny, for Shoulda, Coulda, Woulda. Together, they reflect on life’s biggest “what ifs,” regrets, and turning points—while realizing they wouldn’t actually change a thing. A fun, honest, and heartfelt conversation about growth, perspective, and how every moment leads us exactly where we’re meant to be.

In Episode 91 of The Good Soul Podcast, Patti Alvarez sits down with Angela Kline and Brittney Holbert of FeedNC in Mooresville for Getting to Know Feed NC. Together, they share the story behind the organization, the people they serve, and how FeedNC is making a lasting impact through food, support, and dignity. A meaningful conversation about community, compassion, and the power of helping others.

In Episode 90 of The Good Soul Podcast, Patti Alvarez sits down with Cindy Bishop for Inspo from a Kind Soul. Cindy shares how her love of volunteering and community led her to support The Dove House and help lead the silent auction for their upcoming fundraiser, An Evening for Dove House. A warm conversation about kindness, friendship, and the power of showing up for others.

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