Upstate NY's Voices of Authority
Listen to podcast episodes about Health & Wellness in the North Country of New York State. Profiles of businesses and the leaders in the region.
In this episode of Four Blonde Moms, Co-Hosts Ann Donnelly and energy healer Laura Killian sit down for a deep dive into her personal journey from dental hygienist to intuitive healer. Laura demystifies energy work, breaking down what Reiki actually is, how frequency and intention play a role in everyday life, and why healing modalities work best when we get out of our heads and into our hearts.
In this powerful episode of Building Success Stories, Ann Donnelly sits down with Nick George, the Executive Director of High Peaks Hospice. Celebrating 40 years of service, High Peaks Hospice provides vital, compassionate end-of-life care across six New York State counties. Operating within the second-largest geographic coverage area for a hospice in the state, Nick and his team of nearly 50 staff members bring their services directly to the communities they serve.
In this episode of Building Success Stories, host Ann Donnelly sits down with F. Raymond “Ray” Agnew, the Vice President of Hospital and Community Engagement at Glens Falls Hospital. Ray shares his fascinating career trajectory, which began at the Crane School of Music, where he studied music composition and theory.
Embracing Sustainability with the Use Less Store in Glens Falls
Discover how Kevin Kroeze has revolutionized local shopping with his eco-friendly refill store, bringing sustainable habits to Glens Falls. Learn about innovative products, community impact, and tips to start reducing waste today.
In this episode, Ann Donnelly speaks with Serena Smith, the owner of Hot Yoga Queensbury. She shares her journey into the world of hot yoga, the challenges of running a fitness studio, and the importance of community in yoga practice. She discusses the various styles of yoga offered at her studio, the benefits of hot yoga, and her aspirations for the future, including the dream of owning a retreat center. The conversation highlights the emotional and physical benefits of yoga, the significance of community support, and the joy of doing what you love.
In this episode of Building Success Stories, Ann Donnelly interviews Carrie Barber, a medical legal consultant with a rich background in nursing and healthcare. Carrie shares her journey from being a nurse to establishing her own Medical Legal Nurse Consulting practice, discussing the challenges she faced, the importance of networking, and the fulfillment she finds in her work.
In this episode, Ann Donnelly explores the internal hurdles we face when making life-altering decisions. She dives into the struggle to overcome perfectionism and people-pleasing, shifting our vocabulary from “insurmountable” to “surmountable,” and using meditation to clear the path forward.
In this episode of Building Success Stories, Ann Donnelly interviews Nicole Rothe, a seasoned physical therapist and personal trainer. They discuss Nicole’s journey in the health and wellness industry, her holistic approach to training, and the importance of community building. Nicole shares her experiences working with diverse clients, her plans for a new studio, and her unique brand identity as ‘The Pink Mamba.’ The conversation emphasizes the significance of personalized training and nutrition plans and the value of collaboration among local businesses.
This episode of Building Success Stories is an interview with April Weygand, Businesswoman and Author of Trail Gimp, Self Discovery and Empowerment on the Appalachian Trail.
We discuss how Weygand decided to take on the Appalachian Trail, her two attempts to complete the trail, lifelong lessons learned, writing and publishing her book, and her current business, April Fresh Cleaning.
Learn more about April Weygand: http://aprilweygand.com/
Get a copy of Trail Gimp on Amazon or Northshire Bookstore. There is at least one copy at our local library, Crandall Library — ask your library to get it in!
In this episode of Building Success Stories, Ann Donnelly interviews Ryan Holderman, Owner of The Gym, Queensbury, NY. They discuss how he started in the fitness industry and how his career developed over the years. Holderman also discusses the history of The Gym and how he motivates his clients to achieve their goals.
