House Calls

To many professionals, just being a particular profession is not enough to fulfill one's life. Dr. Connie and special guest Dr. Dena George share their experiences and passions that are filled with many goals, roles, and achievements. Tune in to explore how they've transcended the label of just doctors and found excitement and purpose in various other facets of their lives.

Have you ever found yourself entranced by a gut feeling, that subtle nudge urging you towards a decision? Or perhaps you've heard that faint yet persuasive inner voice whispering, take the leap, only to witness amazing outcomes unfold. Join us on a transformative journey with Dr. Connie as she sits down with a remarkable guest, Joanna Garzilli – a professional psychic life coach renowned for her g...

Summer should be a time of rest and relaxation. But in our nonstop world of 24/7 emails, texts, and calls, sometimes it is hard to slow down, step away, and go off-grid. How do you handle stress? Are you feeling anxious? Dr. Connie interviews psychiatry resident, Dr. Adrienne Adler-Neal, about how mindfulness and meditation can help you handle stress, lessen anxiety, and even be used to treat depr...

Celebrating fatherhood in June, Dr. Connie pays tribute to the vital role that fathers play in shaping the character of their children and families. In a heartfelt conversation, Dr. Connie has the privilege of hearing from Craig Clifford, a renowned real estate developer and devoted father of four sons. Craig graciously shares the invaluable lessons he has learned throughout his journey of raising...

The impact that mothers make in our lives is undeniable. Dr. Connie takes a moment to recognize the moms, grandmas and women who stepped into important roles for each of us and how they help make us the people we are today. She welcomes to the studio two young moms who share their motherhood experience and what they've learned - the hard stuff, the easy stuff, and what helps every day. Don't miss...

Dr Connie celebrates the joy of springtime with warmer weather and desert bloom. She also welcomes back Laura Ziff, to discuss re-birth and re-inventing yourself after retiring from professional work. How long do you plan to work? What does the "next chapter" look like for you? Tune in for ideas on how to transform the next phase of your life.

We have been so focused on preventing and treating COVID-19 these past three years, that we often forget that more Americans still die from heart disease. Dr. Connie invites in studio her former Mayo Clinic colleague, board-certified preventive cardiologist and founder of HealthspanMD, Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, to discuss how lifestyle habits that are good for your heart can also extend your lifespan...

To quote Sonnet 43 by Elizabeth Barrett Browning: How do I love thee? Let me count the ways... February is the month of love as we celebrate Valentine's Day and our commitments to family and friends. One of the many ways to show love is through the gift of jewelry, also known as rings and bling. Listen to this special episode with in-studio guest and jeweler that Dr. Connie refers to as "Lord of t...

House Calls celebrates its 8th season with the New Year's theme of embracing change in our lives. What are your New Year's resolutions? Many resolutions and goals involve making improvements to our outlook, habits, and routines, and learning how to embrace them. Dr Connie welcomes back Dr. Julie Anné who is the most frequent guest on the show, now returning for her 7th time. Make your resolution t...

The holidays are a wonderful time of year for giving and receiving. Sometimes the best gifts in life aren't just things, and we come to find that experiences and relationships can be more fulfilling. Dr. Connie welcomes two special guests: Her son, Andrew, and granddaughter, Addison, who is the youngest guest to ever join her in-studio. O come, all ye, listen to this special Christmas episode, and...

As we enter this special time of year highlighted by the holidays, Dr. Connie brings to mind some of the unique challenges of the season. The pandemic took a toll on American lives, and many of the effects are more apparent this time of year. In the aftermath of COVID-19's impact on American society, alcohol and addiction-related deaths soared in our country. Dr. Jerry Law, Executive Director of t...

We know that children are our future. So, what does it take to raise a good kid? Dr. Connie believes the two most important things we can give our children are: 1) Roots and 2) Wings. In this episode, she discusses the challenges of raising children to be responsible, mature, good, and loving adults with President and CEO of the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Scottsdale, Ivan Gilreath.

In tough times of social, political, and economic unrest, how do you experience happiness? It's very difficult and requires conscious effort. Dr Connie dispenses her prescription for what makes people happy and how you can apply these lessons to your life. Special in-studio guest is retired executive, world traveler and close friend, Laura Ziff. Pick up your prescription for happiness; it comes wi...

How did you spend your summer vacation? If you traveled away from home this summer, you were among the 208 million Americans who got away. Dr. Connie interviews veteran travel agent, Haleh Malek, of Travel Destinations Inc., to share her experiences, advice, and suggestions for memorable travel. Tune in and prepare to plan your next adventure abroad.

Celebrating her 246th birthday this month, America has seen her fair share of turbulent times. Despite the challenges our country has faced, there are many who are most grateful to be Americans. Joined in studio by her son and daughter-in-law, Dr. Connie shares her family's story of immigrating to the United States, and how the US military brought them to America.

If we are blessed growing up, many of us have a father who teaches us discipline and the meaning of tough love. Two of the hardest jobs in these troubled times are being a Dad and being a financial advisor. Dr. Connie invites to her June show two men who have succeeded in being both. Invest some listening time to hear Wells Fargo investment advisors Todd Showalter and Andrew McCormick share advice...

In honor of Mother's Day, Dr. Connie shares the theme of a mother's love. Mothers make many sacrifices for their children and would even give up their lives for them. To lose one's mother in childhood can have devastating effects on children. Renowned American sculptor, Gary Lee Price, shares the tragic story of losing his mother early in life in his new memoir, Divine Turbulence. Tune in to hear...

April is a month of renewal and rebirth. At a time of darkness in the world, April brings the promise of hope and healing. Dr. Connie interviews special guest, Registered Nurse and business owner, Christine "Chrissy" Pacheco to discuss how to overcome life's challenges and promote healing and hope. Listen in to today's show. It's just what the doctor (and nurse) ordered.

More than one third of Americans are over age 50. Every day over 10,000 Americans reach age 65 and by the year 2030, one in five Americans will be 65 or older. "65 and older" no longer resembles what our parents and grandparents looked like at that age. Dr. Connie and special guest, publishing executive and author Michael Clinton, discuss Michael's new book: ROAR into the Second Half of Your Life....

Valentine's Day celebrates love. But what happens when your special Valentine has died? Each year approximately 700,000 women join the ranks of over 11 million widows in the United States. Dr. Connie, herself a widow for the past 2 ½ years, welcomes in studio her special group of friends she lovingly calls, "The Girls in the (widow)Hood" to share the painful lessons they learned from losing their...

House Calls enters its 7th season on VoiceAmerica network! Dr. Connie begins the first show of the new season with "A New Beginning." Once again we are starting anew. How does one start off again in life? Dr. Connie welcomes her most frequent guest, psychologist Dr. Julie Anne' who returns for her sixth time on our show, this time to discuss how to successfully restart in life with reflection, rel...

The holidays can be a stressful and sad time to so many, especially those who have suffered loss of a loved one, a job, or a break up of a relationship. How does one survive the season of joy when they are faced with personal loss and suffering? Dr Connie explores life's challenges with her friend and guest, Sandra Maki, as they discuss how Sandra faced abuse, marital heartaches, and death in her...

November is a special time of year, with reminders to remember and appreciate our veterans and to be thankful for everything that we have. Dr. Connie welcomes her in-studio guest, and son, Andrew, to talk about Thanksgiving traditions and memories that reinforce how to be intentional about gratitude. Join us to rekindle memories of your own, and set your focus on what matters most as we enter the...

Boo! As many prepare for Halloween this month, the end of October also brings the Mexican holiday known as El Día de los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead. A blend of European and Mesoamerican religions and cultures come together as families welcome back the souls of their deceased relatives for a brief reunion that includes food, drink and celebration. With that theme in mind, Dr. Connie welcomes i...

This past Sunday marked National Grandparents Day, which was declared an official holiday in 1978. How important are grandparents? How do they impact the next generation? What lessons can we learn from them? Dr. Connie, a proud and loving "Lola" to Addison, Alexander, and Aubree shares the show with in-studio returning guest, Georgia Bunn, equally proud and loving "Grammy Bunn" to George and Rober...