What does the future of healthcare actually look like from the executive seat, and what does it take to lead through constant change?

In this episode of What the Health Just Happened?, we sit down with Wes Marsh, Executive in Residence at the University of Florida and ACHE Regent for Northern and Western Florida, to unpack what healthcare leadership looks like when the stakes are real and the workforce strain is not a temporary problem.

Wes shares his path from the Air Force into healthcare administration, breaks down what ACHE is and why the FACHE credential matters, and gives a practical look at leadership that earns trust. Including a real story about how a simple, human decision helped drive down turnover during COVID.

We also highlight an upcoming virtual event you can join: ACHE North Florida: Leading the Future of Healthcare Summit (Virtual) on February 27 from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM Eastern, featuring major healthcare leaders across Florida.

In this conversation, we cover:

• What ACHE is and what it means to earn the FACHE credential

• Why board-certified healthcare administrators should matter as much as board-certified clinicians

• The real difference between theory and practice when you are leading teams under pressure

• How trust is built with frontline teams, and why presence matters

• Workforce strain, culture, accountability, and what changes when strain becomes chronic

• Patient behavior, staff burnout, and what leaders can do that actually helps

• Why solving healthcare is not one policy fix, and why breaking silos is the starting point

• What future leaders need to stay relevant, including AI literacy and continuous learning

• What to expect from the February 27 Summit and why it is worth attending live for Q and A

What if one of the most powerful tools for youth wellness wasn’t found in a clinic or a classroom, but in music?

In this episode of What the Health Just Happened?, we’re on site at the Jacksonville Children’s Chorus with Katherine Boling, Director of Operations, and Susana Cruz, Board Chair, to explore how music, community, and joy come together to support kids’ mental, emotional, and social well-being.

Yes, the performances are world-class. But the deeper impact lies in the life skills being built every day. Confidence, teamwork, discipline, leadership, and belonging. From toddlers to teens, and even adults, JCC creates an environment where people feel seen, supported, and part of something bigger than themselves.

In this conversation, we cover:

→ How Jacksonville Children’s Chorus serves singers from 18 months through adulthood, including virtual programming reaching families globally

→ Why “Joy!” is a core value and how joy directly supports confidence, resilience, and mental health

→ The leadership, teamwork, and communication skills kids develop through choral singing

→ How JCC stayed open during COVID and why connection mattered for kids’ mental health during isolation

→ What it takes to become part of the touring choir and the once-in-a-lifetime experiences it creates, including international performances

→ How the organization makes participation accessible through scholarships and regional rehearsal sites

→ Why music and arts programs offer a powerful alternative for kids who may not connect with traditional sports

→ Upcoming community events supporting the mission, including the Best Bet Poker Tournament, Lift Every Voice and Sing, and Dancing with the Stars

If you’re a parent looking for meaningful opportunities for your child, a community leader invested in youth development, or someone who believes wellness includes creativity and connection, this episode offers a powerful reminder of what’s possible when joy leads the way.

What if getting lab work was as easy as walking in, paying cash, and getting answers in days, not weeks?

In this episode of What the Health Just Happened?, we welcome back Randi Beesing, multi-unit owner of Any Lab Test Now and ARCpoint Labs in Jacksonville. Randi breaks down how direct-to-consumer testing is changing the way people manage their health, and why employer testing and compliance are a major behind-the-scenes force keeping businesses protected and regulated.

We talk about the realities of rising insurance costs, why more people are choosing to go without coverage, and how services like Any Lab Test Now give people an affordable way to stay proactive. Then we shift to ARCpoint Labs and the world of employer solutions, DOT compliance, and after-hours testing that most people never realize exists until they need it.

In this conversation, we cover:

• Working on the business vs in the business, and what 2025 taught Randi
• The difference between Any Lab Test Now (direct to consumer) and ARCpoint Labs (business to business)
• Why 2026 may push more people toward cash pay healthcare decisions
• How fast the process can be if you order online, schedule, and walk in
• What kinds of tests people are requesting most right now, including gut health and food sensitivities
• How results are delivered, what’s color-coded, and what to do if something is abnormal
• Why comprehensive male and female panels matter, including hormone ranges by age
• The real reasons people get STD testing, and why confidentiality plus speed matters
• DNA testing, paternity testing, and the unexpected cases that show up
• Pharmacogenetic testing and how your genetics can impact medication response
• ARCpoint’s employer services: drug screening, background checks, DOT consortium management, and compliance
• Why after-hours testing exists, and what happens when accidents do not occur 9 to 5
• How local relationships and a real person answering the phone can matter more than a national 800 number

If you’re trying to take more control of your health, or you run a business that needs reliable compliance and testing support, this episode will open your eyes.

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What does it take to save one life?

In this episode of What the Health Just Happened, we sit down with Jessica Schacht (Vice President of Community Engagement at Brooks Rehab) and Amy Meyer (Of Counsel at Saalfield Shad) to talk about A Night for Heroes, the long-running fundraiser supporting UF Health’s TraumaOne program, the region’s only Level 1 adult and pediatric trauma center.

With the 19th gala happening on February 7 at the Sawgrass Marriott, the conversation goes beyond the event details. We unpack the real purpose behind the night, the stories that stay with you, and how community support has helped fund equipment, education, and care enhancements that directly impact patient outcomes across Northeast Florida.

In this conversation, we cover:

→ What A Night for Heroes is and how it started nearly two decades ago

→ Why TraumaOne matters and what it means to have a Level 1 trauma center in our backyard

→ How the gala honors patients, first responders, physicians, nurses, therapists, and the full care team

→ Where the fundraising dollars go, including life-saving equipment and facility improvements

→ The impact of trauma education and prevention programs like Stop the Bleed

→ Why knowing hands-only CPR and basic emergency response matters for every community member

→ What to expect at the February 7 event, including the mission, the stories, and the celebration

→ Why this year marks the final gala in the current format, and what the future holds

This episode is for anyone who cares about healthcare, community, and the people who show up when things go wrong.

A Night for Heroes: https://ufhealthjax.org/heroes

📍 Sawgrass Marriott

📅 February 7

🕕 6:00 PM

If you cannot attend, you can still support the mission through donations and the silent auction.

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What the health just happened in 2025?

In this special year-end episode of What the Health Just Happened?, hosts Eric Ross and Trey Lowell sit down for an honest, unscripted conversation reflecting on a year filled with growth, gratitude, hard lessons, and meaningful change. From new fatherhood and business evolution to recovery, wellness, and deeper community impact, this episode looks back at what shaped 2025 and what lies ahead in 2026.

The conversation also dives into health and longevity, including a recent experience with advanced fitness testing like DEXA scans, VO2 max, and resting metabolic rate. The guys share why data-driven health matters more than ever and how better information leads to better decisions.

In this episode, we cover:

• A 2025 recap for the show and life, including gratitude, growth, and perspective
• Recovery, mental health, and why these conversations belong in the open
• Why the podcast is leaning further into proactive health and longevity
• DEXA scans, VO2 max, and resting metabolic rate testing explained
• Why BMI alone misses the full picture of health
• Cold plunges, saunas, and thinking critically about wellness trends
• Community highlights from Northeast Florida, including nonprofits and local leaders
• Faith, leadership, and purpose in business and life
• Fan favorite segments like Healthy or Not Healthy and Good Dad or Bad Dad
• What’s coming next for the show in 2026

This episode is perfect for listeners who enjoy real conversations about health, business, family, and community, with a few laughs along the way.

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What if you could stop guessing about your health—and start measuring it?

In this episode of What the Health Just Happened?, we sit down with Kelly Elizabeth Finnegan, owner of DexaFit Jacksonville, to break down three of the most powerful data-driven health assessments available today: DEXA scans, VO₂ max testing, and Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR).

But we didn’t just talk about it—we did the tests ourselves.

Hosts Eric Ross and Trey Lowell along with performance coach Troy Delaney, each went through the full DexaFit experience, giving us real-world results, honest reactions, and eye-opening insights into what our bodies are actually telling us.

In this conversation, we cover:

• What a DEXA scan really measures (and why scale weight is misleading)
• Why VO₂ max is one of the strongest predictors of longevity and performance
• How your resting metabolic rate impacts fat loss, fueling, and energy
• Who these tests are for (athletes, busy professionals, weekend warriors, and anyone focused on long-term health)
• Why objective data beats guesswork when it comes to fitness and wellness
• How DexaFit Jacksonville is helping people take control of their health locally

This episode is perfect for anyone who wants to train smarter, age better, and make informed decisions about their health—without hype or fads.

On this episode of What the Health Just Happened?, hosts Eric Ross and Trey Grover sit down with Matt Chang, founder of Chang Robotics and author of the new book Risk Taking Is Biblical.

Matt opens up about his remarkable professional journey — from raising his hand for a cross-country move from Florida to California, to traveling the world, to launching an innovative robotics company.

This conversation digs deep into how bold decision-making, faith, and the willingness to say “yes” before you’re ready have shaped Matt’s life and career.

A central theme of the episode is the Parable of the Talents, specifically the command to “go at once” — a concept Matt believes is central not only to spiritual growth, but also to entrepreneurship, leadership, and high-stakes decision-making.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a person of faith, or someone standing on the edge of a big decision, this episode will challenge, inspire, and nudge you toward taking your next courageous step.

Highlights:

• Matt’s journey from Florida to California and around the world
• Why “risk” is not reckless — it’s biblical
• How the Parable of the Talents shapes Matt’s philosophy
• The power of the phrase “Go at once”
• Lessons from building Chang Robotics
• How to take bold steps even when you feel unprepared

🎧 A motivating conversation for anyone ready to step into something bigger.

In this episode of What the Health Just Happened?, hosts Eric Ross and Trey Lowell sit down with attorneys Robert Travieso and Mac MacLeod, two powerhouse legal minds who’ve joined forces to form the new firm Travieso McLeod.

Together, they unpack the realities behind medical malpractice — what it really takes to have a viable case, why some claims never see a courtroom, and how their experiences as former prosecutors shaped their approach to justice.

They also dive into why jury duty matters more than most people realize, share some behind-the-scenes courtroom stories, and reflect on how the intersection of healthcare and law impacts patients, families, and medical professionals alike.

If you’ve ever wondered what actually happens when medicine and law collide — or how to tell a legitimate malpractice case from a losing one — this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

Highlights:

• What defines a viable medical malpractice case
• How prosecutor experience translates into medical law
• The surprising importance of jury duty
• Real-life legal stories from inside the courtroom
• The mission and future of Travieso McLeod

🎧 Tune in for an honest, eye-opening look at how justice and medicine intersect.

Sheikh Ali (pronounced milk "Shake") joined us to discuss the power of LinkedIn for Clinician & Healthcare executives.

If you are running a healthcare practice or team, seeing patients, or a variety of 100 other responsibilities, do you even have time to be present on LinkedIn?

Or wonder if it is even worth being on LinkedIn?

Sheikh can answer both these questions for you.... And directly help.

Inspired by his journey in medical school, Sheikh discovered he could help more people by "helping clinician/healthcare executives" than completing medical school.

And we completely agree.

Huge James Bond fan and collector of fancy pens....

Sheikh makes things "SHEIKH-n, not Stirred."

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We sat down with BenefitBay CEO and Founder Brandy Thompson and wow....

Brandy joined us here in Jacksonville all the way from Kansas City to share her wisdom and experience and we are convinced she needs to write a book....

ICHRAs? Entrepreneurism? Work/Life "integration"? Being a mom of 6 daughters?

All of the above and more.

First half is heavy on the ICHRA talk; second half is heavy on the personal talk.

#Healthy

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