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88. Rom Com Meets Real Life: What Fiction Teaches Us About Type 1 Diabetes
What happens when a romance novel becomes a doorway into understanding type 1 diabetes? In this warm and insightful episode of Read. Talk. Grow., Dr. Denise Millstine sits down with author Cynthia…
87. Love, Loss, and Rethinking How We Age: A Conversation with Lisa Ridzén
Aging isn’t just a medical journey - it’s a human one, and this episode brings that truth vividly to life. In a warm, deeply reflective conversation, Dr. Denise Millstine, novelist Lisa Ridzén, and…
86. The Remarkable Life of Dr. Sterling Bunnell: A Conversation with Dr. Anthony Smith
The Remarkable Life of Dr. Sterling Bunnell: Father of Hand Surgery Meet the pioneer who shaped an entire field. In this episode, Dr. Denise Millstine and Dr. Anthony Smith dive into the…
85. Restorative Writing as a Healing Tool with Dr. Carolyn Roy Bornstein
Burnout is real - and writing can help. In this episode, Dr. Denise Millstine talks with Dr. Carolyn Roy‑Bornstein, “A Prescription for Burnout” and Sandra Marinella, “The Story You Need to Tell”…
84. Understanding Epilepsy Through Story: A Conversation with Katherine Center
This episode was made possible by the generous support of Ken Stevens. We talked with: Katherine Center is the New York Times bestselling author of twelve novels. She writes deep, nuanced,…
83. The Condition No One Talks About: A Conversation with Maya Van Wagenen
Chronically Dolores — Interstitial Cystitis, Invisible Illness & the Power of Storytelling Dr. Denise Millstine is joined by NYT bestselling author Maya Van Wagenen and Mayo Clinic urologist Dr.…
82. A Conversation with Kathleen Glasgow on Writing the Pain We Hide
This episode was made possible by the generous support of Ken Stevens. We talked with: Kathleen Glasgow is the New York Times and internationally bestselling author of Girl in Pieces, The Glass…
81. A Family's Deadly Medical Mystery: Conversation with Lawrence Ingrassia
This episode was made possible by the generous support of Ken Stevens. We talked with: Lawrence Ingrassia is a former award-winning editor at the New York Times, Wall Street Journal and the Los…
80. Explore Prosopagnosia Through Fiction: A Conversation with Katherine Center
This episode was made possible by the generous support of Ken Stevens. We talked with: Katherine Center is the New York Times bestselling author of twelve novels. She writes deep, nuanced,…
79. Medically Unexplained Symptoms with Catherine Newman
This episode was made possible by the generous support of Ken Stevens. We Talked With: Catherine Newman has written a gazillion pieces (columns, articles, canned-bean recipes) for magazines and…
BEST OF: Making a habit of happiness with Courtney Walsh
What makes you happy? Many people would answer with the basics: family, friends, good food, and (of course!) a good book. But what brings deep joy and purpose to your life? What little habits and…
78. Running, resilience and breast cancer recovery with Josie Lloyd
What if running could help you heal? In this episode, Dr. Denise Millstine sits down with author Josie Lloyd and cancer rehabilitation expert Dr. Nandita Keole to explore the powerful intersection of…
77. Weightlifting for women with Casey Johnston
Ready to rethink your workout? In the episode, we dive into the empowering world of weightlifting for women, inspired by Casey Johnston’s book A Physical Education: How I Escaped Diet Culture and…
76. Living fully with celiac disease with Chloe Liese
Ever wondered what happens when romance meets real-life health challenges? In this episode, Dr. Denise Millstine sits down with bestselling author Chloe Liese and gastroenterologist Dr. Lucinda…
BEST OF: Be a plant-based woman warrior
You probably know that a plant-based diet is a healthy, environmentally-friendly and often economical way to eat. But the benefits don't end there. Authors Jane and Ann Crile Esselstyn guide us…
75. Talking breasts with Sarah Thornton
What do 700 slang words, strip clubs and breast cancer surgery have in common? They all reveal how society — and medicine — views women’s breasts. In this episode, host Dr. Denise Millstine dives…
74. Traditional healing and Native medicine with Aaron John Curtis
What if the path to healing isn’t just through Western medicine, but through tradition, spirit and community? In this episode, Dr. Denise Millstine hosts a powerful conversation with author Aaron…
73. Teen addiction and alcohol use with Kathleen Glasgow
What makes a teenager turn to alcohol — and how can we help them find their way back? In this episode, Dr. Denise Millstine talks with bestselling author Kathleen Glasgow and Mayo Clinic psychiatrist…
72. Surviving social anxiety with Natalie Sue
Ever felt awkward in a meeting or anxious at a party? You're not alone. Host Dr. Denise Millstine is joined by author Natalie Sue and psychologist Dr. Craig Sawchuk to discuss Natalie’s book HOPE…
BEST OF: Navigating breast cancer risk with Ellie Palmer
In honor of breast cancer awareness month, listen to one of our favorite episodes! A rom-com that thoughtfully addresses death, grief and breast cancer risk? We’re in! Alison, the protagonist in the…
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