The Heart Attack Thriver Podcast

The Heart Attack Thriver Podcast

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  • Retired Army Colonel Brian Cook shares how surviving 4 Cardiac Arrests impacted his life and how he views the world!

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    Brian is a retired Army Colonel and the author of the Amazon Best Seller "Set Your Table" where Brian lays out a plan for success in any arena using the tools he writes about in his book!  

    Watch my YouTube recording with Brian here:  https://youtu.be/k3SozH2ww7c

    Its a powerful conversation I know you are going to enjoy!

    You can contact Brian via email:  [email protected]

    You can buy Brian's book "Set Your Table" directly on Amazon




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    The information and opinions presented in the Heart Attack Thriver Podcast is not intended as, and shall not be understood or construed as, medical advice. While the information provided on this Podcast relates to medical issues, and health and wellness, the information is not a substitute for medical advice from a Medical Professional who is aware of the facts and circumstances of your individual situation.

    #heartattack #heartattacksurvivor #heartattackprevention #awarenessiseverything #knowthesigns #knowthesymptoms #knowyourfamilyhistory #listentoyourbody #itsnotalwaystextbooksymptoms #seekhelpimmediately #breathe #listentoyourheart #listentoyourbody #theheartattackthriver #theheartthriverpodcast

    31 min
  • Meet David Wilson who at 45, survived a Widow-Maker heart attack and turned his recovery into a MISSION to help others.

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    In 2017, David suffered a life-threatening heart attack—an experience that profoundly changed the way he thought about heart health, prevention, recovery, and life after a cardiac event.

    Years later, David founded Cardio Natural and CardioConnect to help others become more informed and engaged in their heart-health journey through practical education, natural wellness, healthy lifestyle support, and evidence-informed resources. CardioConnect, is a community where heart attack survivors, families, and prevention-minded adults can connect, learn, and support one another.

    David’s mission is simple: use what he has lived through to help others ask better questions, make informed choices, and feel less alone on their heart-health journey.

    You can contact David via email at   [email protected]

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    Thank you for listening and please be sure to hit “SUBSCRIBE”, and “SHARE” this podcast with anyone that you feel could benefit from it.

    If you’d like to reach me for support or to leave a comment or feedback, please send an email to:  [email protected]

    Podcast Disclaimer:

    The information and opinions presented in the Heart Attack Thriver Podcast is not intended as, and shall not be understood or construed as, medical advice. While the information provided on this Podcast relates to medical issues, and health and wellness, the information is not a substitute for medical advice from a Medical Professional who is aware of the facts and circumstances of your individual situation.

    #heartattack #heartattacksurvivor #heartattackprevention #awarenessiseverything #knowthesigns #knowthesymptoms #knowyourfamilyhistory #listentoyourbody #itsnotalwaystextbooksymptoms #seekhelpimmediately #breathe #listentoyourheart #listentoyourbody #theheartattackthriver #theheartthriverpodcast

    25 min
  • In this Episode Dr. Justin Grant talks about the heart attack he had just over a year ago at the young age of 37!!

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    Dr. Justin Grant is a Sports Medicine Physician from Colorado and describes himself as a life lifelong athlete. Just over a year ago in July of 2025, Justin was competing in a 21 km Spartan Race when he began experiencing what they now know were symptoms of a heart attack.  Thankfully Justin was able to complete the event.

    It's a great conversation with lots of takeaways and I know you will enjoy hearing Justin’s story!

    To listen to "Not Done" -  

    by Tyson James & Hannah Barr click on the links below  

    Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/not-done-single/1761330760

    Spotify:   https://open.spotify.com/track/2xzebBSgdlrImjcDYfFRTn?si=qBNj8iciSM-FV2FPnjGT0g&utm_source=copy-link

    If you wish to contact Justin you can do so via email: 

    [email protected] 



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    Thank you for listening and please be sure to hit “SUBSCRIBE”, and “SHARE” this podcast with anyone that you feel could benefit from it.

    If you’d like to reach me for support or to leave a comment or feedback, please send an email to:  [email protected]

    Podcast Disclaimer:

    The information and opinions presented in the Heart Attack Thriver Podcast is not intended as, and shall not be understood or construed as, medical advice. While the information provided on this Podcast relates to medical issues, and health and wellness, the information is not a substitute for medical advice from a Medical Professional who is aware of the facts and circumstances of your individual situation.

    #heartattack #heartattacksurvivor #heartattackprevention #awarenessiseverything #knowthesigns #knowthesymptoms #knowyourfamilyhistory #listentoyourbody #itsnotalwaystextbooksymptoms #seekhelpimmediately #breathe #listentoyourheart #listentoyourbody #theheartattackthriver #theheartthriverpodcast

    30 min
  • On this weeks episode I'm in conversation with fellow Canuck Mike Baldesarra who has a shockingly similar Heart Attack story to mine that he shares!

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    Mike reached out to me after finding my "The Heart Attack Thriver Podcast!"

    Mike shared a bit of his journey with me and a few weeks later we sat down to record this episode!   Its crazy looking back on how different, yet similar our stories are!   

    Mike is great guy, well spoken and he to as accepted the call to share his powerful story!   I hope you enjoy it!!

    With much Love and Gratitude!

    Brian


    Mike has asked me to include his personal email address here so that anyone interested in learning more about him and  his journey  you can reach out to him directly!

    [email protected]

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    Thank you for listening and please be sure to hit “SUBSCRIBE”, and “SHARE” this podcast with anyone that you feel could benefit from it.

    If you’d like to reach me for support or to leave a comment or feedback, please send an email to:  [email protected]

    Podcast Disclaimer:

    The information and opinions presented in the Heart Attack Thriver Podcast is not intended as, and shall not be understood or construed as, medical advice. While the information provided on this Podcast relates to medical issues, and health and wellness, the information is not a substitute for medical advice from a Medical Professional who is aware of the facts and circumstances of your individual situation.

    #heartattack #heartattacksurvivor #heartattackprevention #awarenessiseverything #knowthesigns #knowthesymptoms #knowyourfamilyhistory #listentoyourbody #itsnotalwaystextbooksymptoms #seekhelpimmediately #breathe #listentoyourheart #listentoyourbody #theheartattackthriver #theheartthriverpodcast

    32 min
  • In this weeks episode, I'm in conversation with Heart Attack Thriver Sherri Rice from Lexington Kentucky

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    Sherri shares her powerful Heart Attack Story and to the female listeners out there this is an episode you DO NOT want miss!!

    You can contact Sherri via email @[email protected]

    Reach out and show her some love for being so brave to share her story!!

    🙌🏻💫✨


    Support the show

    Thank you for listening and please be sure to hit “SUBSCRIBE”, and “SHARE” this podcast with anyone that you feel could benefit from it.

    If you’d like to reach me for support or to leave a comment or feedback, please send an email to:  [email protected]

    Podcast Disclaimer:

    The information and opinions presented in the Heart Attack Thriver Podcast is not intended as, and shall not be understood or construed as, medical advice. While the information provided on this Podcast relates to medical issues, and health and wellness, the information is not a substitute for medical advice from a Medical Professional who is aware of the facts and circumstances of your individual situation.

    #heartattack #heartattacksurvivor #heartattackprevention #awarenessiseverything #knowthesigns #knowthesymptoms #knowyourfamilyhistory #listentoyourbody #itsnotalwaystextbooksymptoms #seekhelpimmediately #breathe #listentoyourheart #listentoyourbody #theheartattackthriver #theheartthriverpodcast

    34 min
  • 70 year old Wayne Annan from Auckland New Zealand is my guest this week

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    Wayne has a truly incredible story that he shares in this weeks episode 

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    Thank you for listening and please be sure to hit “SUBSCRIBE”, and “SHARE” this podcast with anyone that you feel could benefit from it.

    If you’d like to reach me for support or to leave a comment or feedback, please send an email to:  [email protected]

    Podcast Disclaimer:

    The information and opinions presented in the Heart Attack Thriver Podcast is not intended as, and shall not be understood or construed as, medical advice. While the information provided on this Podcast relates to medical issues, and health and wellness, the information is not a substitute for medical advice from a Medical Professional who is aware of the facts and circumstances of your individual situation.

    #heartattack #heartattacksurvivor #heartattackprevention #awarenessiseverything #knowthesigns #knowthesymptoms #knowyourfamilyhistory #listentoyourbody #itsnotalwaystextbooksymptoms #seekhelpimmediately #breathe #listentoyourheart #listentoyourbody #theheartattackthriver #theheartthriverpodcast

    39 min
  • WOW....JUST WOW!!!! 20,000 Downloads and Growing!!

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    In this episode I share that I have just surpassed the 20,000 download milestone and how humbled and honoured I am to have reached this incredible benchmark!

    And I still need your help!!!   Please share if you find my content of value and if you want to be a guest on my podcast reach out.    My email is below and you know have the option of contacting me via "FAN MAIL" (link is below!!

    A big gigantic thank you for following along  and sticking with me and know i greatly appreciate each and every on of my listeners!!

    Brian

    The Heart Attack Thriver

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    Thank you for listening and please be sure to hit “SUBSCRIBE”, and “SHARE” this podcast with anyone that you feel could benefit from it.

    If you’d like to reach me for support or to leave a comment or feedback, please send an email to:  [email protected]

    Podcast Disclaimer:

    The information and opinions presented in the Heart Attack Thriver Podcast is not intended as, and shall not be understood or construed as, medical advice. While the information provided on this Podcast relates to medical issues, and health and wellness, the information is not a substitute for medical advice from a Medical Professional who is aware of the facts and circumstances of your individual situation.

    #heartattack #heartattacksurvivor #heartattackprevention #awarenessiseverything #knowthesigns #knowthesymptoms #knowyourfamilyhistory #listentoyourbody #itsnotalwaystextbooksymptoms #seekhelpimmediately #breathe #listentoyourheart #listentoyourbody #theheartattackthriver #theheartthriverpodcast

    12 min
  • In this Episode I am talking about my recent experience with insomnia and how it negatively affects our day to day lives!

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    Sleep River Guided Sleep Meditation was originally made available on the "The 10% Happier App"  been rebranded to "Happier Meditation" and can be found using this link:     https://www.meditatehappier.com/

    You can contact via Happier Meditation or @ jeffwarren.org

     

    Support the show

    Thank you for listening and please be sure to hit “SUBSCRIBE”, and “SHARE” this podcast with anyone that you feel could benefit from it.

    If you’d like to reach me for support or to leave a comment or feedback, please send an email to:  [email protected]

    Podcast Disclaimer:

    The information and opinions presented in the Heart Attack Thriver Podcast is not intended as, and shall not be understood or construed as, medical advice. While the information provided on this Podcast relates to medical issues, and health and wellness, the information is not a substitute for medical advice from a Medical Professional who is aware of the facts and circumstances of your individual situation.

    #heartattack #heartattacksurvivor #heartattackprevention #awarenessiseverything #knowthesigns #knowthesymptoms #knowyourfamilyhistory #listentoyourbody #itsnotalwaystextbooksymptoms #seekhelpimmediately #breathe #listentoyourheart #listentoyourbody #theheartattackthriver #theheartthriverpodcast

    33 min
  • Chuck Unruh joins me on the podcast this week sharing his heart attack Journey of Discovery

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    Chuck Unruh is a retired army veteran who suffered a heart attack several years ago and has been on a journey of self reflection and discovery as he navigates life and how a heart attack has changed him for the better!!

    You can find and contact Chuck on Linkedin 

    linkedin.com/in/chuckunruh

    Support the show

    Thank you for listening and please be sure to hit “SUBSCRIBE”, and “SHARE” this podcast with anyone that you feel could benefit from it.

    If you’d like to reach me for support or to leave a comment or feedback, please send an email to:  [email protected]

    Podcast Disclaimer:

    The information and opinions presented in the Heart Attack Thriver Podcast is not intended as, and shall not be understood or construed as, medical advice. While the information provided on this Podcast relates to medical issues, and health and wellness, the information is not a substitute for medical advice from a Medical Professional who is aware of the facts and circumstances of your individual situation.

    #heartattack #heartattacksurvivor #heartattackprevention #awarenessiseverything #knowthesigns #knowthesymptoms #knowyourfamilyhistory #listentoyourbody #itsnotalwaystextbooksymptoms #seekhelpimmediately #breathe #listentoyourheart #listentoyourbody #theheartattackthriver #theheartthriverpodcast

    34 min
  • Honored to be invited to share my "Heart Attack Thriver Story" to the team at Toronto Sunnybrooks Cardiac Rehab Team

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    I know I talk about the power of manifestation and I truly believe this opportunity was something I truly called in!!    I have so much Gratitude for being invited to share my heart attack story to the amazing team at Toronto Sunnybrook's Cardiac Rehab Centre and now I'm gunning for a TEDx Talk and already have met someone who teaches people how to Prepare and Ultimately land a TEDx Talk on a big stage!   #dreambig #manifestation #itsnevertoolatetoshine

    Support the show

    Thank you for listening and please be sure to hit “SUBSCRIBE”, and “SHARE” this podcast with anyone that you feel could benefit from it.

    If you’d like to reach me for support or to leave a comment or feedback, please send an email to:  [email protected]

    Podcast Disclaimer:

    The information and opinions presented in the Heart Attack Thriver Podcast is not intended as, and shall not be understood or construed as, medical advice. While the information provided on this Podcast relates to medical issues, and health and wellness, the information is not a substitute for medical advice from a Medical Professional who is aware of the facts and circumstances of your individual situation.

    #heartattack #heartattacksurvivor #heartattackprevention #awarenessiseverything #knowthesigns #knowthesymptoms #knowyourfamilyhistory #listentoyourbody #itsnotalwaystextbooksymptoms #seekhelpimmediately #breathe #listentoyourheart #listentoyourbody #theheartattackthriver #theheartthriverpodcast

    40 min

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