In Good Company Podcast: Age Better

What does it really take to lead a community through crisis, and what happens after the crisis fades from the headlines? In this episode, we sit down with Katie Towns, Director of the Springfield-Greene County Health Department, for a powerful conversation about public health, leadership, trust, mental health, and what it means to care for a community through uncertain times. Katie shares what it...

In Part 2 of our conversation with Kevin Weaver, Co-Founder and CEO of The Warrior’s Journey, we go deeper into the hidden challenges facing veterans, service members, and their families long after military service ends. Kevin unpacks groundbreaking research from The Warrior’s Journey that reveals isolation, not PTSD, as the number one contributor to invisible wounds. Together, we explore the comp...

In Part 1 of this powerful two-part conversation, we sit down with Kevin Weaver, Co-Founder and CEO of The Warrior’s Journey, an organization dedicated to helping veterans, first responders, and their families navigate trauma, healing, and purpose after service. Kevin is a U.S. Air Force veteran and nationally recognized advocate for military resiliency and healing from invisible wounds. This epis...

What happens when families file health complaints to the state? In this episode, we sit down with Tracy Niekamp, Mike Fields, and Rebekah Stone from the Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services (DHSS) and Bureau of Home Care & Rehabilitative Standards to pull back the curtain on one of the most misunderstood areas of healthcare: patient protection and facility oversight. From nursin...

In this episode of In Good Company, we sit down with Dr. Marc Pietropaoli, Founder & CEO of Victory In Motion, regenerative medicine pioneer, and fellowship-trained sports medicine orthopedic surgeon, for a powerful conversation about knee pain, arthritis, regenerative medicine, and why the future of orthopedics may be less about replacing joints — and more about helping the body repair itself...

What does it really mean to age better? In this episode of In Good Company: Age Better, John Ray, Spencer Ernst, and Alex Wallace have a candid conversation about the daily habits that shape long-term health, from diet and intermittent fasting to exercise, sleep, stress, inflammation, and the struggle to stay consistent. The conversation moves beyond quick fixes and fad diets into the real-life wa...

In Part 2 of our conversation with Dr. Steve Hughlett, we dive deeper into the modern food industry, regenerative farming, pharmaceutical influence, and the growing movement toward natural health and nutrition. Dr. Hughlett discusses how processed foods, marketing, and convenience culture have shaped the way Americans eat, and why many people are beginning to rethink where their food comes from. W...

What if the biggest drivers of chronic disease aren’t genetics or aging, but the foods we’ve been told are “healthy” for decades? In Part 1 of our conversation with Dr. Steve Hughlett, a Doctor of Pharmacy with more than 34 years of healthcare experience, we explore his journey from traditional healthcare into the world of nutrition, metabolic health, and lifestyle medicine. Dr. Hughlett shares ho...

What if the problem with our food system isn’t a lack of food… but a lack of real nutrition? In this episode, we sit down with Ryan Goolsby & Rene Cleveland from the Little Farm Association to explore what’s really happening behind the scenes of modern food—and why more people are turning back to local farms. We dive into: Why “organic” doesn’t always mean what you think The difference between...

What happens after retirement… when the routine is gone, the house gets quieter, and you’re left asking: “What do I do now?” In this episode, we sit down with Catherine Matthews, a counselor at Touchstone Counseling, to talk about the often unspoken realities of aging, caregiving, and mental health. From loneliness and loss of purpose to caregiver burnout and grief, this conversation shines a ligh...

What happens when families wait too long to make a decision about care or housing? In this episode, we sit down with Jeff Bonham of The Bonham Group to unpack one of the most complex, and often delayed, decisions families face: navigating senior living, home transitions, and care planning. With years of experience guiding families through these moments, Jeff brings a clear, compassionate perspecti...

Family caregiving is becoming a full-time job for millions of Americans and the emotional and financial costs are hitting harder than ever. A new U.S. News survey reveals that more than 1 in 4 caregivers spend over 40 hours a week caring for loved ones, while many report feeling constantly overwhelmed, emotionally drained, and financially stretched thin. In this episode, we unpack the hidden reali...

Discover the power of hyperbaric oxygen therapy and how it’s changing lives. In this episode of the In Good Company Podcast, we sit down with Jason Holdman, owner of Hyperbaric Chambers of the Ozarks, alongside Dr. John Lilly, a seasoned osteopathic physician with over 20 years of experience. Together, they break down the science, real-world results, and growing impact of hyperbaric oxygen therapy...

Most people think aging well means slowing down—but what if that mindset is actually holding you back? In this episode of In Good Company: Age Better, we explore a different approach: the idea that strength, energy, and resilience don’t come from avoiding stress, they come from applying the right kind of stress and allowing your body and mind to recover. From the proven benefits of high-intensity...

Grief isn’t just about death. It’s the loss of a dream. A future you imagined. A life that suddenly looks different than you planned. In this powerful conversation, we sit down with Michelle Cramer, founder of UN Angels Wings, to unpack the realities of grief that most people never talk about. From the heartbreaking loss of a child to the quiet grief people carry every day, Michelle shares what gr...

What if everything you’ve been told about health is missing the point? In this episode of In Good Company, we sit down with Dr. Rachel Shuck to explore the powerful idea that food is medicine, and how your everyday choices may be shaping your health more than you realize. From breaking down the myth of “eating healthy” to understanding how your body actually absorbs nutrients, this conversation ch...

In this episode, we sit down with Ryan Kruger, Vice President of Operations at Jordan Valley Health, to explore what it really takes to fix healthcare, not from the top down, but from the ground up. With nearly 30 years of experience in pharmacy and healthcare leadership, Ryan shares how Jordan Valley is rethinking the traditional model by focusing on access, affordability, and truly patient-cente...

We explore the key differences between Original Medicare, Medicare Advantage, and Medicare Supplement plans, and discuss how seniors can navigate enrollment without falling into common traps or marketing gimmicks. Adam shares insights from over a decade of working directly with Medicare clients and explains why choosing the right plan often comes down to understanding your doctors, medications, an...

In this powerful and deeply human episode, we sit down with Cory Davis, alongside Dawn Davis and Cassie Locke from the Parkinson’s Group of the Ozarks, to talk about what it really means to live with Parkinson’s, and keep moving forward. Cory shares his journey from early diagnosis to navigating the daily realities of the disease, offering raw insight, hard-earned perspective, and a message that r...

What does it really take to succeed as a new nurse? In this episode of In Good Company Podcast, Dr. Shannon Williams and Chris Barber of Southwest Baptist University share real-world insight on transitioning from nursing school into the clinical environment. From the gap between classroom learning and patient care, to the importance of communication, adaptability, and continuous learning, this con...

Homelessness is often talked about in headlines and statistics, but far less often do we hear the real stories behind how people end up there. In this episode of In Good Company, Spencer Ernst sits down with Jason Hynson, Executive Director of Victory Mission and Ministry in Springfield, Missouri, to have an honest and deeply human conversation about poverty, addiction, trauma, and the difficult q...

In this episode of In Good Company, we sit down with Dr. Cody Hooten, a physical therapist with Haven Home Health & Hospice, to talk about what truly determines whether someone stays active and independent as they age. Dr. Hooten has worked with patients across both outpatient clinics and home health settings, giving him a unique perspective on the habits, lifestyle choices, and daily routines...

Medicare fraud is one of the fastest growing scams targeting older adults, and many people do not realize it is happening until it is too late. In this episode of In Good Company, we break down how Medicare fraud and identity theft actually happen, the warning signs to watch for, and the simple steps you can take to protect your personal information while exploring Medicare Advantage or prescripti...

In this special episode, we visited the Senior Fair in Branson, Missouri, where community members gathered for a day focused on healthier living. The event offered free resources including vision and hearing exams, blood pressure and sugar testing, wellness information, and even some great food. Everything was designed to help seniors stay active, informed, and connected to helpful services in the...

Reverse Mortgages: Smart Retirement Strategy or Financial Time Bomb? Reverse mortgages are often marketed as a simple way to “unlock your home equity” and stay in the house you love — with no monthly mortgage payments. But what’s the real story? In this episode of In Good Company, Spencer Ernst breaks down the truth about reverse mortgages — without the hype, without the fear tactics, and without...