The Good Soul

On January 23rd, Patti pulled off the surprise of a lifetime for Manny’s 60th birthday — and somehow kept it secret for months. Family hid out at the Aloft, a fake fundraiser covered her tracks, and friends from every chapter of Manny’s life gathered to celebrate his AWESOME existence. In this joyful recap, Patti and Manny relive the shock, the dance floor, the cannoli cake, the BBQ buffet (sorry, vegetarian daughters!), and the love that filled the room. A celebration of legacy, marriage, and honoring the people we cherish while they’re here.

In this episode of The Good Soul, Patti is joined by Dorothy Diana to explore the question so many of us quietly ask: Red flags or human flaws? Together, they unpack boundaries, normal conflict in relationships, and how much imperfection is healthy to endure — while also addressing when behavior crosses the line into harm or abuse. This honest, compassionate conversation invites listeners to trust themselves, recognize patterns, and choose clarity, safety, and self-respect without shame. 

In Episode 87 of The Good Soul, what begins as an exploration of boundaries and why we return to toxic or unhealthy situations naturally evolves into a deeper conversation about modern dating and the dynamic between men and women. Together, Patti and Dorothy Diana unpack how unhealed patterns, nervous system conditioning, and blurred boundaries don’t just affect long-term relationships — they shape who we’re attracted to, how we date, and what we tolerate in the early stages of connection. By looking at both sides of the equation, this episode invites listeners to consider how healing, embodiment, and self-trust shift the way we show up in dating, communicate needs, and create relationships rooted in safety, polarity, and mutual respect.

You can find Dorothy at: https://www.radiantfemininelife.com/

In Episode 86 of The Good Soul Podcast, host Patti Alvarez sits down with holistic business coach Taylor Short for a soulful, practical conversation about turning big visions into businesses that truly work. In Vision to Matter, they explore alignment, purpose, and the often-overlooked systems that support heart-led work—without sacrificing authenticity or joy. This episode is an invitation to stop carrying your vision alone and start building with clarity, flow, and intention.

You can find Amazing Taylor at: https://www.holisticconsulting.tech

In this episode of The Good Soul, Patti is joined by her husband Manny for a thoughtful, lighthearted conversation about doomscrolling—why we do it, how it affects our minds and nervous systems, and how to stay informed without feeling overwhelmed. Together, they explore the science behind the habit and share gentle, realistic ways to create more balance, calm, and clarity in a nonstop world. Take a breath, settle in, and let’s begin.

 In this episode of The Good Soul Podcast, Patti sits down with Donald Gullett of Piedmont Animal Rescue and Tara Collins of Aloft Mooresville to share the story behind the Fur Ever Home Program — a creative, compassionate adoption initiative bringing foster dogs into a hotel lobby to help them find forever families. From the program’s heartfelt beginnings to the ripple effect it’s creating in the community, this conversation celebrates how visibility, connection, and a simple yes can change lives — on both ends of the leash. 

Patti sits down with Ed Babcock, co-owner of Tacos 4 Life Mooresville, to talk about purpose, reinvention, and the power of the Meal 4 Meal mission. From life after a long career in higher education to building community through food, this episode explores how simple choices can create meaningful impact — one meal, one table, one life at a time.

Patti and Manny bring all the “Holiday Cheer & Big Family Energy” in this warm, funny, and deeply heartfelt episode as they share what it’s really like navigating the season with their beautifully blended family—three daughters, two step-sons, exes who are genuinely friends, Molly and her fiancé Squeeky flying in from Portland, and a house full of guests despite a basement mid-renovation. From traditions old and new to Christmas shopping chaos, staying grounded as a couple, and embracing gratitude through it all, this episode offers real talk, big laughs, and a simple Holiday Manifesto for anyone seeking less pressure and more presence this season.

In this episode, Patti sits down with the Roettger family of Troutman, NC to explore the heart, hustle, and hometown magic behind 11-year-old Little Kenny and K3 Racing. From how this journey began to what it takes to keep a young driver focused, supported, and soaring, Patti talks with Dad, Mom, and Kenny himself about racing, family, passion, and the big dreams ahead. It’s a fast, fun, inspiring look at a kid on a mission — and the Good Souls helping him get there.

What really happens to your body — and your spirit — in midlife? In this episode, Patti sits down with Liz Skalsky, Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner and founder of Ova Women’s Health, to talk about the truth behind hormonal shifts, energy changes, and confidence through every stage of womanhood. After 25 years in traditional medicine, Liz built a space where women finally feel seen, heard, and understood. Together, they unpack what it means to feel like yourself again — inside and out.