The Good Soul

From championship-winning IndyCar crew chief to Lake Norman real estate powerhouse, Andrew Nagy of Nagy Properties has one heck of a story! Patti sits down with her longtime friend, loyal Good Soul Yoga student, and former podcast sponsor to talk fast cars, career reinvention, luxury lakefront living, and what's really happening in the Lake Norman housing market. Plus, we're talking family, rescue...

Patti welcomes back powerhouse mom, entrepreneur, and Neora success story Samantha Wyatt-Taube for a conversation about motherhood, building a business, and finding your voice. Then we're diving into something every woman deserves to understand: HORMONES! From brain fog and belly fat to mood swings, sleepless nights, and feeling like a stranger in your own body, we're talking about what's happenin...

In Episode 111  pt. 2 of The Good Soul Podcast , Patti and Manny continue their sit down with therapist Chris McClure of The Get Well Institute for a real, relatable conversation about Anger Management & Conflict Resolution . Where does anger come from, what’s really hiding underneath it, and how much of the way we handle conflict was learned in the homes we grew up in? Patti and Manny share h...

In Episode 110 pt. 1 of The Good Soul Podcast, Patti and Manny sit down with therapist Chris McClure of The Get Well Institute for a real, relatable conversation about Anger Management & Conflict Resolution. Where does anger come from, what’s really hiding underneath it, and how much of the way we handle conflict was learned in the homes we grew up in? Patti and Manny share how their very diff...

Patti sits down with her beloved stepdaughter, therapist Rachel Alvarez, for a personal conversation about family, therapy, anxiety, self-talk, relationships, and why we keep doing things we know aren’t good for us. Plus, what really happens in therapy—and who takes care of the therapist? Move. Talk. Zen. is all about understanding ourselves a little better and finding more peace along the way. Ra...

Episode 108: The Tarot & A Medium Patti sits down with psychic medium Jordan Leitsh to talk tarot, intuition, connecting with loved ones who have passed, and how Jordan discovered her unexpected gift. Then Patti puts it all to the test with a live reading! Believer, skeptic, or simply curious, this one’s going to be fascinating. You can find Jordan on Insta @whimsywisdom_co

What does happiness look like in the middle of life? Patti sits down with her dear friend Sue Ratcliff for a funny, honest conversation about divorce, raising kids who are now adults, finding love again, getting older, rediscovering yourself, and doing the work to become who you really are. From friendships and relationships to music, movement, laughter, connection and the little everyday things t...

After years together, how well do you really know your partner? Patti and Manny put their relationship to the test with funny, revealing, and surprisingly meaningful questions about who they were, who they’ve become, their dreams, memories, marriage, and what they still don’t know about each other. Play along with your own partner and see who knows who best!

Ever wonder what all the Mahjong buzz is about? This week on The Good Soul Podcast, Patti sits down with Amy Monroe for Let’s Learn Mahjong! From Amy’s own Mahjong journey to Chinese vs. American play, the famous annual card, the tiles, the rules, the strategy, and why this centuries-old game is having such a moment, we’re breaking it all down—and even putting some tiles on the table! Whether you’...

This week on The Good Soul Podcast, Patti welcomes Tai Chi instructor Mike Gentile, better known as Tai Chi Mike, for an inspiring conversation about one of the world’s oldest wellness practices. From his personal journey into Tai Chi to its rich history, what a typical class looks like, and the life-changing benefits of slowing down, finding balance, and moving with intention, this episode is fil...

Little wins. Big victories.  This week on The Good Soul Podcast, Patti and Manny explore how the smallest daily habits—making your bed, taking a walk, saving a few dollars, showing up when you don’t feel like it, or simply taking the next right step—can create extraordinary results over time. Through personal stories about building the Good Soul brand, navigating life with MS, weight loss, and pur...

Go behind the scenes of Hollywood with talent manager and entrepreneur Ben Brucato. In Episode 102 of The Good Soul Podcast , Ben shares stories from the entertainment industry, the power of relationships, lessons learned along the way, and why chasing your dreams is always worth it. It's an inspiring conversation about success, resilience, and living a life with purpose. 

What does it take to build a business that a community truly loves? In Episode 101 of The Good Soul Podcast, Patti Alvarez sits down with Josh Graham of Josh's Farmers Market to explore his journey from growing up on the family farm to creating one of Mooresville's favorite local destinations. Josh shares the challenges of multiple relocations, the perseverance it took to keep moving forward, and...

Join Patti and Manny for Episode 100 of The Good Soul Podcast as they revisit some of their favorite moments, biggest lessons, and most memorable conversations from the first 100 episodes. From love and personal growth to laughter, community, and life’s unexpected wisdom, this special episode is a celebration of the stories and people that have made The Good Soul what it is today.

In Episode 99 of The Good Soul Podcast, Patti Alvarez sits down with Lori Kury of LKN Speech Language Pathology to talk about the emotional, social, and communication challenges many teen girls face today—and how movement, mindfulness, yoga, and connection can help. From ADHD and anxiety to executive functioning and confidence struggles, this conversation explores the power of creating safe spaces...

In Episode 98 of The Good Soul Podcast, Patti and Manny laugh their way through the realization that they are officially becoming their parents. From predicting rain with aching joints and obsessing over clean kitchens to appreciating hard work, family traditions, faith, and the little routines that make a house feel like home, this episode is funny, nostalgic, and surprisingly heartfelt. A conver...

In Episode 97 of The Good Soul Podcast, Patti Alvarez continues her conversation with hospice nurse practitioner Kirsten Carpenter in Journey to End of Life Care (Part 2). This episode goes deeper into what really happens at the end of life—physically, emotionally, and spiritually—while gently breaking down the fears and misconceptions surrounding hospice care. With honesty, compassion, and real-l...

In Episode 96 of The Good Soul Podcast, Patti Alvarez sits down with hospice nurse practitioner Kirsten Carpenter for The Journey to End of Life Care pt. 1 . Through deeply personal experiences with loss and her work guiding patients and families at the end of life, Kirsten shares how grief can shape purpose and how understanding death can transform the way we live. A powerful and heartfelt conver...

In Episode 95 of The Good Soul Podcast, Patti Alvarez sits down with Max Carpenter for Live Fearlessly – Rising from Health Challenges. Born with Cystic Fibrosis, Max shares his incredible journey through lifelong health battles, a double lung transplant, fatherhood, and now facing chronic rejection while participating in a rare experimental treatment. Through it all, his story is one of resilienc...

In Episode 94 of The Good Soul Podcast, Patti Alvarez sits down with Renee Kelly for Faith, Yoga & Finding Alignment—a thoughtful and honest conversation about how faith and movement can coexist beautifully. Together, they explore the idea that caring for our bodies can be a deeply spiritual practice, while addressing the question many people have: is there a conflict between Christianity and...

In Episode 93 of The Good Soul Podcast , Patti Alvarez sits down with Bob Fryer to talk all things pickleball in Let’s Talk Pickleball . From Bob’s personal journey into the sport to the explosive growth of pickleball across the country, this episode explores why so many people are getting hooked. Patti shares her own first-time experience, and together they highlight the vibrant Lake Norman pickl...

In Episode 92 of The Good Soul Podcast, Patti Alvarez is joined by her husband and built-in co-host for life, Manny, for Shoulda, Coulda, Woulda. Together, they reflect on life’s biggest “what ifs,” regrets, and turning points—while realizing they wouldn’t actually change a thing. A fun, honest, and heartfelt conversation about growth, perspective, and how every moment leads us exactly where we’re...

In Episode 91 of The Good Soul Podcast, Patti Alvarez sits down with Angela Kline and Brittney Holbert of FeedNC in Mooresville for Getting to Know Feed NC. Together, they share the story behind the organization, the people they serve, and how FeedNC is making a lasting impact through food, support, and dignity. A meaningful conversation about community, compassion, and the power of helping others...

In Episode 90 of The Good Soul Podcast, Patti Alvarez sits down with Cindy Bishop for Inspo from a Kind Soul. Cindy shares how her love of volunteering and community led her to support The Dove House and help lead the silent auction for their upcoming fundraiser, An Evening for Dove House. A warm conversation about kindness, friendship, and the power of showing up for others. https://dovehousecac....

On January 23rd, Patti pulled off the surprise of a lifetime for Manny’s 60th birthday — and somehow kept it secret for months. Family hid out at the Aloft, a fake fundraiser covered her tracks, and friends from every chapter of Manny’s life gathered to celebrate his AWESOME existence. In this joyful recap, Patti and Manny relive the shock, the dance floor, the cannoli cake, the BBQ buffet (sorry,...