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Title: “Hope and Healing on the Navajo Nation.” Host: Dr. David DeRose, MD, MPH. Co-Host: Joni Bokovoy, DrPH, MPH. (Cherokee Nation). Guest: Don Krimmer, Drug and Alcohol Educator. Drs. DeRose and Bokovoy interview Don Krimmer for a second time. In this episode, Don shares more about his experiences on the Navajo reservation, where he has spent twelve years working as a substance abuse educator. U...

Host: Dr. David DeRose, MD, MPH. Co-Host: Joni Bokovoy, DrPH, MPH. (Cherokee Nation). Guest: Don Krimmer, Drug and Alcohol Educator. Description: Drs. DeRose and Bokovoy interview Don Krimmer, who recounts his powerful transformation from a life of drug abuse, dealing, and Satan worship to becoming a dedicated drug counselor (unlicensed) and a Christian. Serving on the Navajo Nation for some 12 ye...

“Healthy Living from the Ground Up.” Host: Dr. David DeRose, MD, MPH. Co-Host: Joni Bokovoy, DrPH, MPH. (Cherokee Nation). Guest: Mercy Ritte (Native Hawaiian), Community Organizer, Molokai. Description: Drs. DeRose and Bokovoy speak with Mercy Ritte, a native Hawaiian from Molokai, about her family’s inspiring work to promote healthier living on the island of Molokai. From sharing homegrown organ...

Host: Dr. David DeRose, MD, MPH. Co-Host: Joni Bokovoy, DrPH, MPH. (Cherokee Nation). Description: Drs. DeRose and Bokovoy explore how strong social connections and community support can help people build and sustain healthy lifestyle habits. For further information, contact: learn.lifeandhealth.org (Diabetes Undone program); or timelesshealinginsights.org/30 (30 Days to Better Health program).

Host: Dr. David DeRose, MD, MPH. Co-Host: Joni Bokovoy, DrPH, MPH. (Cherokee Nation). Guests: Jacob Bor, SD, Associate Professor, Departments of Global Health and Epidemiology, Boston University School of Public Health; Michael E. Bird, MSW, MPH (Kewa Pueblo), Past President of the American Public Health Association. Description Dr. Jacob Bor and Michael Bird paint a chilling picture of how Native...

Host: David DeRose, MD, MPH. Guest: Sonja DeRose, MD. Description: Dr. David DeRose interviews his wife, Dr. Sonja DeRose, about her experience going through the 11-day lifestyle program at Wildwood Health Institute. You’ll learn practical pointers about diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity and more from Dr. Sonja’s experience. She entered the program intentionally, wanting to understand it from...

Host: David DeRose, MD, MPH. Co-Host: Joni Bokovoy, DrPH, MPH. (Cherokee Nation). Description: Dr. David DeRose and Dr. Joni Bokovoy discuss the new March 2026 cholesterol guidelines. You will learn how diet and other lifestyle factors can help you improve your health and decrease your risk of stroke and heart attack. For more information visit: www. TimelessHealingInsights.org

Host: David DeRose, MD, MPH Guest: Maria Esther Roybal-Hazen, MD; Health Expert, Radio74 Network Description: Radio74 International is one of the networks that carries American Indian and Alaska Native Living. Dr. Esther Roybal-Hazen of Radio74 joins Dr. DeRose to share practical health tips and her journey into natural healing. For further information: Radio74.org or Radio74.net

Host: Dr. David DeRose, MD, MPH. Co-Host: Joni Bokovoy, DrPH, MPH. (Cherokee Nation). Guests: Brad Dennis, MSW, RCSW; Director, Indigenous Reconciliation Ministries for the SDA Church in Canada (Huu‑ay‑aht First Nation). DeeAnna Dennis, MSW; Associate Director, Indigenous Reconciliation Ministries for the SDA Church in Canada. Description: For many First Nations peoples, Christianity is synonymous...

Hosts: Drs. David DeRose and Joni Bokovoy (Cherokee Nation). Guest: Lorraine Whitehair, RN, RD, MPH (Navajo Nation). Description: Lorraine Whitehair shares her journey from humble beginnings on the Navajo Nation to a career in health spanning nutrition, nursing, and public health. You’ll be inspired by how she has used her talents to serve First Nations peoples in the Americas and around the world...

Host: David DeRose, MD, MPH. Co-Host: Joni Bokovoy, DrPH, MPH (Cherokee Nation). Guest: Cheryle Hart, MD, author. Description: Dr. Cheryle Hart explains how serotonin affects mental health and weight loss, and shares diet and lifestyle strategies to help support healthy levels of this important neurotransmitter. For further information visit: AIANL.org or TimelessHealingInsights.org.

Host: David DeRose, MD, MPH. Co-Host: Joni Bokovoy, DrPH, MPH (Cherokee Nation). Guest: Darold Harmon Joseph, PhD (Hopi), Assistant Professor of Special Education, Northern Arizona University, Director of the Institute for Native-serving Educators (INE). Description: In a broad-ranging interview, Dr. Joseph shares his work supporting educators serving Native American communities, advancing educati...

Title: “Navigating Perimenopause: Insights for Women and Their Partners.” Host: David DeRose, MD, MPH. Co-Host: Joni Bokovoy, DrPH, MPH (Cherokee Nation). Guests: Julie Fedeli, Certified Health Coach; and Pamela DeRose, MBA and Certified Health Coach; Authors and Women’s Health Advocates. Description: Julie Fedeli and Pam DeRose explore perimenopause challenges—such as weight gain, memory issues,...

Host: David DeRose, MD, MPH. Co-host: Joni Bokovoy, DrPH, MPH (Cherokee Nation). Guest: Ron Price, MA; Mediator, Conflict Coach, and Author. Description: Ron Price shares simple, proven strategies to prevent and resolve conflict. His message: conflict is inevitable, but combat is optional. For further information, contact Ron@RonPrice.com or visit RonPrice.com.

Host: David DeRose, MD, MPH. Co-host: Joni Bokovoy, DrPH, MPH (Cherokee Nation). Description: Drs. DeRose and Bokovoy break down the environmental and everyday toxins we’re exposed to, how they sneak into our lives, and—most importantly—practical steps you can take to reduce exposure and support your body’s natural detox processes for better long-term health. For further information, visit AIANL.o...

Host: David DeRose, MD, MPH. Co-host: Joni Bokovoy, DrPH, MPH (Cherokee Nation). Guest: Cherie Calbom, MS; nutritionist, author. Description: Drs. DeRose and Bokovoy revisit a classic radio show with Cherie Calbom, exploring how quality sleep and smart nutrition work together to support healthy weight loss and long-term weight management. For further information, see the book, “Sleep Away the Poun...

Host: David DeRose, MD, MPH. Co-Host: Joni Bokovoy, DrPH, MPH. Description: Drs. DeRose and Bokovoy examine the pros and cons of GLP-1 weight-loss medications, contrasting them with lifestyle changes. For further information, contact Dr. Bokovoy at Joni4s@me.com, or visit Lifeandhealth.org or TimelessHealingInsights.org

Host: David DeRose, MD, MPH. Co-Host: Joni Bokovoy, DrPH, MPH. Description: Drs. DeRose and Bokovoy discuss the dangers of an often silent condition known as fatty liver disease. You’ll learn how to help prevent or reverse this condition using diet, exercise, and other nondrug strategies. You’ll also benefit from special tips on healthy weight loss and gain insights into habits that support liver...

Host: David DeRose, MD, MPH. Description: Dr. DeRose shares practical insights on how to make and keep New Year’s resolutions that lead to longer, happier, and healthier lives. He explores key health habits worth adopting and introduces the SMART goal framework to help ensure success. Listeners will learn how turning vague intentions into clear, actionable goals makes resolutions far more achievab...

Host: David DeRose, MD, MPH. Guests: Dan Gabbert, mental and spiritual health coach; Kyle Allen, Vice President, AWR. Description: Mental and spiritual health coach Dan Gabbert shares how his own journey toward peace and contentment shapes the guidance he offers others today. Kyle Allen, Vice President of Adventist World Radio, reveals the global impact of AWR’s hope-centered programming, especial...

Host: David DeRose, MD, MPH. Guests: Tom Waters, Marriage and Family Coaching, Co-founder, Restoration International; Joni Bokovoy, DrPH, MPH (Cherokee Nation). Description: In this week's show, Tom Waters of Restoration International shares practical, heartfelt tools for strengthening marriage, starting with the simple but transformative habit of listening to understand rather than to react. He e...

Host: David DeRose, MD, MPH. Guests: (1) Neil Nedley, MD, Weimar University President and Medical Director of the Optimize Your Brain™ and Nedley Depression and Anxiety Recovery Programs™ (2) Adam Schilt, Principal of Weimar Academy (3) Cliff Brooks, Mission Aviation Program, Oklahoma Academy. Description: Dr. Neil Nedley opens this week’s episode by showing how nutrition and lifestyle therapies c...

Host: David DeRose, MD, MPH. Guests: Amol Dhaliwal, Business Development, OnMed Healthcare; Carrie O’Rourke, General Manager Business Development, OnMed Healthcare; Victor Garcia, CEO NAT-SU Healthcare (Skull Valley Band of Goshutes); Michelle Main, Chief Behavioral Health officer, NAT-SU Healthcare; Christine Wilmont, Tribal Ambassador, Make-A-Wish Arizona, (Hopi and Navajo); Daniela Rios, Commun...

Host: David DeRose, MD, MPH. Guests: Bella Potts (Plains Cree), Youth Team Leader, Mamawi Atosketan Native School; Shanniel Fisher, President, Eden Valley Institute of Wellness; and Kaylene WeirCox, MD, Medical Director, Uchee Pines Institute. Description: This week’s program highlights three institutions making a lasting difference in their communities and beyond. From the plains of Central Alber...

Host: David DeRose, MD, MPH. Guests: Chris Dellen, Founder, CEO, Delmar Uncommon Growth. Luke Fisher, RN. Valdene Vale, President, Wildwood Health Institute. Description: Luke Fisher, RN, organic farmer, and nurse practitioner student, shares his groundbreaking work bringing painless, drill-free dentistry to communities across Africa and beyond—using simple, affordable treatments that stop cavitie...