Grapevine Wellness Show

"Something Feels Off. Here's Why That Actually Makes Sense ." If you've been carrying a heaviness you can't quite name: a low hum of anxiety, a restlessness you can't shake, a sense that something is wrong even when you can't point to what, you're not alone. And you're not broken. In this first episode of Between Sessions , Certified Trauma Recovery Coach and Grief Recovery Specialist Jolyn Armstr...

When a medical emergency strikes a family member, especially an elderly loved one, it can feel overwhelming. For so many families, panic and confusion take over—leaving them feeling lost and unprepared. What if you could change that? Matt Bruback , founder of the Northern Nevada Senior Empowerment Seminar , is providing you the ability to do just that. Matt created this initiative to help families...

In this episode of The Grapevine Wellness Show , Jolyn Armstrong sits down with Colleen Feuling , a Senior Home Coach and real estate professional who helps older adults navigate how to live safely and well as they age. But recently, her work became deeply personal. After being diagnosed with multiple myeloma, Colleen found herself facing the very challenges she’s helped others prepare for: mobili...

Talking about end-of-life planning isn’t easy. But what if there was a way to approach it that brought peace, clarity—and even a little humor? I invite you to enjoy this insightful and uplifting episode featuring Lisa Schober , financial advisor, and Nicole Harvey , estate planning attorney. Inspired by the title of Nicole’s book, I Hope You Die Laughing , this conversation dives into how creating...

Have you ever felt like life has knocked you down so hard, you didn’t know if you could get back up? Or watched someone you love struggle to rebuild after hitting rock bottom? If so, you’re not alone—and this webinar will show you that no matter how hard things get, there’s always hope. Through the M25 Initiative, Keri and her team provide mentorship, support, and vital resources to people reenter...

This episode features Niki Rubarth, the Regional Director of the Alzheimer’s Association for Northern Nevada. If you’ve ever worried about a loved one who seems to be forgetting more lately or showing signs of confusion… If you’ve ever wondered if it’s normal aging—or something more… Or maybe you’ve been concerned about your own brain health and what you can do to reduce your risks of Alzheimers…...

In this powerful and deeply personal episode of The Grapevine Wellness Show , host Jolyn Armstrong sits down with author and advocate Liz Alley to talk about her memoir, The Road to Big Bear: A Memoir of Survival, Faith, and Forgiveness. Liz shares her journey of leaving domestic violence and fleeing to a women’s shelter in Big Bear, California in 1990. What followed was a difficult road through s...

This is a fascinating episode, featuring Emily Allina, a functional and integrative medicine expert and owner of High Sierra Restorative Health. Emily’s work focuses on uncovering the hidden physical causes that could be contributing to mental health challenges. From hormonal imbalances to nutritional deficiencies, she’ll explain why these overlooked factors might be keeping you or your loved ones...

Why does weight loss feel so difficult, even when you’re doing “everything right”? In this episode of The Grapevine Wellness Show , Jolyn Armstrong interviews Dr. Amy Sanguinetti and Dr. Sara Trigero , founders of Achieve Health NV , about the science of metabolic health and obesity medicine. We discuss: • Why weight is not just about willpower • The brain and body’s “defended weight” system • Why...

Watch this powerful episode where you’ll hear the incredible story of Heather Sallan, a remarkable woman who survived the Las Vegas mass shooting and has since transformed her life in ways she never imagined possible. Heather’s journey wasn’t easy. After experiencing extreme trauma that made it difficult to function, she tried many different avenues to find relief. You’ll hear her say that the thi...

In this episode of The Grapevine Wellness Show , host Jolyn Armstrong sits down with Paulette Gill , founder of Art Therapy Studio of Reno , for a thoughtful and illuminating conversation about healing beyond words. Paulette is a master’s-level, trauma-informed art therapist who helps individuals reconnect with themselves through creative expression. Together, Jolyn and Paulette explore what art t...

Have you or someone you love struggled with hopelessness or despair? Have you felt the pain of losing someone to suicide? If so, you’re not alone, and there is hope. This episode of the Grapevine Wellness Show features Mai Tran, Area Director for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention in Nevada. With years of experience in suicide prevention, Mai is dedicated to educating and spreading awa...

At age 21, Craig Nielson faced a complete emotional collapse, one that landed him in the hospital and changed the trajectory of his life. But from those darkest moments, he began a powerful journey of healing through faith, endurance training, and deep inner work. Today, Craig is a seasoned coach, speaker, and author who’s dedicated to helping women overcome self-doubt, silence their inner critic,...

Do you ever wish you could break free from the trauma and pain you’ve experienced? Are you ready to stop letting your past define your future and start living the life you were meant to live? In this exclusive webinar you’ll hear the incredible story of Connor Martin. Connor was raised by an abusive home and endured years of extreme abuse. Forced to grow up quickly, she escaped her abusive home at...

Does back pain ever keep you from doing the things you enjoy?  Does it ever impact your work?  Your sleep?  Your emotional wellbeing? Back pain is miserable and it can affect every area of your life.  But many people are suffering from it when they don’t have to. That’s why I invited Dr. Dan Welch to be my guest on the Grapevine Wellness Show.  Dr. Welch is a chiropractor and the owner of Northern...

Without proper self-care, you risk chronic stress, depression, and burnout. We all know it’s important that we take care of ourselves physically, mentally and emotionally.  But it’s easy to get so busy with work, family, and obligations that we neglect to give ourselves the care we need and deserve.   Heidi Nelson is a licensed massage therapist and the owner of Reno Massage & Wellness.  She’s...

When Johnathan Perryman learned that his lifelong genetic condition, polycystic kidney disease, had reached a critical stage, he and his wife Noel faced an unthinkable reality. What followed became an extraordinary story of love, courage, and connection that rippled far beyond their own family. In this heartfelt episode, host Jolyn Armstrong sits down with Johnathan and Noel Perryman , co-founders...

Powerful skydiving lessons to help you overcome the obstacles standing between you and your best life.   Do you have dreams for your life you want to accomplish, but you feel stuck?  Are there things that have meaning, purpose and value to you, but you’re not doing them because of fear, procrastination, depression, or other obstacles? For this episode I’ve invited my husband and business partner,...

Parkinson’s disease is the fastest-growing neurodegenerative condition in the world—and yet so many misconceptions, unanswered questions, and myths surround it. In this live episode of the Grapevine Wellness Show , host Jolyn Armstrong sits down with Dr. Mindy Lokshin , retired family physician and founder of the Parkinson Support Center of Northern Nevada. Dr. Lokshin started the Center after see...

Depression is the leading cause of disability in the United States, causing millions of people to suffer.   29% of Americans have been diagnosed with depression at least once in their lives, and 17.8% of Americans are currently suffering, according to a February, 2023 Gallup poll. Dr. Watson is an MD, a board certified Surgeon, and Ketamine practitioner.  He will discuss the causes of depression,...

Chaz Blackburn, Chaplain, Founder of Great Basin Chaplain Corps & Leader at Circle of Life Hospice Foundation Have you ever wondered what people really think about in their final moments? What they really feel is important?  Or what wisdom the dying leave behind that can inspire us to live more meaningful, connected lives? In this powerful episode, I’m honored to welcome Chaplain Chaz Blackbur...

We are facing a national mental health crisis, and a big contributor is chronic stress.   This is according to research reported by the American Psychological Association. Chronic stress not only makes you miserable, it creates a laundry list of health risks, including weight gain, Anxiety, Depression, Digestive problems, Heart disease, sleep problems, and high blood pressure to name a few.   Moll...

Guest Expert: Natalie Stevenson, Founder of Cancer Community Clubhouse Date / Time: July 8th at 1pm (NOT 6pm, Natalie runs out of steam in the evening so we’re filming early)   Have you ever faced a moment so overwhelming, so life-altering, that you didn’t know how to move forward? Or watched someone you love struggle through a battle that seemed impossible to fight? If so, you’re not alone—and th...

Nearly half of all Americans are diabetic or pre-diabetic. 37.3 million Americans have diabetes, and 96 Million are pre-diabetic, and most don’t even know it.    Diabetes is the eighth leading cause of death in the United States, an estimated $327 billion in medical costs and lost work and wages occur annually, and people diagnosed diabetes have more than twice the average medical costs than peopl...

Are you constantly feeling drained, no matter how much rest you get? Do you rely on caffeine just to make it through the day? What if the key to lasting energy wasn’t in another cup of coffee but inside your own body? In this episode, Dr. Julia Miller, owner of Affinity Chiropractic, will uncover simple, natural ways to restore your body’s energy and vitality. Dr. Miller will reveal: Why energy is...