What's Good with John & Joyce

Behind the Holiday Magic: Jeff Plate of Trans-Siberian Orchestra The thunder of the drums, the soaring melodies, the dazzling lights - Trans-Siberian Orchestra has helped turn the holiday season into an unforgettable musical experience! In this upcoming episode of What’s Good with John & Joyce, we welcome longtime TSO drummer Jeff Plate for a conversation about his musical journey and the stor...

John and Joyce will make you fall in love with New England! 🍁 From favorite places they’ve visited to the Connecticut locations that have lit up the big screen, this episode celebrates the beauty, charm, and surprises right in our own backyard. Join us for a heartfelt conversation about autumn adventures, movies filmed in Connecticut, and why we love calling New England home. Whether you’re a lif...

Your mind is more powerful than you may realize and the words and thoughts you repeat each day can help shape your choices, habits, and entire way of life. In this uplifting episode of What’s Good with John & Joyce, we explore how to reprogram your mind to look for what’s good, speak positively about your life, and begin creating the future you truly want. By changing your words, breaking out...

How well do John and Joyce really know each other? In this fun-filled episode of What’s Good with John & Joyce, we take turns choosing random question cards—and some of the answers may surprise you! Along the way, we share personal stories, unexpected revelations, plenty of laughter, and a few things even we didn’t know about one another. It’s a lighthearted way for you to get to know us bette...

In this uplifting episode of What’s Good with John & Joyce, we welcome Taylor Chambers, the heart behind Fox Field Farm in Branford, Connecticut. A model, devoted wife, mother of three, and farm girl at heart, Taylor’s life is rooted in family, community, and the land she loves. She is most at home where the dust of the arena meets the quiet of the Branford woods … surrounded by animals, share...

Meet Bill Copeland! He is a builder, construction professional, and man of extraordinary determination. Throughout his remarkable career, Bill has worked on some of America’s most iconic landmarks, including the Twin Towers and the Statue of Liberty. But Bill’s greatest achievement may be the life he rebuilt after a horrific ATV accident nearly took everything from him. Before owning his own compa...

The Happy Guru is back!  Lionel Ketchian, founder of the Happiness Club, international speaker, author, and lifelong advocate for helping people create happier, more meaningful lives. Lionel shares simple yet powerful tools to help you stop reacting to life's challenges and begin responding with greater peace, resilience, and confidence. Together, we explore how uncertainty doesn't have to create...

Can you stay happy even when life feels uncertain? In this inspiring episode of What's Good with John & Joyce, we welcome Lionel Ketchian—founder of the Happiness Club, international speaker, author, and lifelong advocate for helping people create happier, more meaningful lives.  Lionel shares simple yet powerful tools to help you stop reacting to life's challenges and begin responding with gr...

Meet Rick Bayuk, author of "12 Steps to Transformation: Moving Beyond a Recovery Mindset to an Empowerment Mindset." Rick is a Mindset Recovery Coach, speaker, entrepreneur, and founder of Amplified Mindset Consulting. Clean since 1990, he has spent more than three decades helping men move beyond addiction—not simply by remaining sober, but by transforming the way they think, live, and see themsel...

Meet Tony Raucci - a man whose heart, dedication, and tireless commitment have helped bring hope to children and families facing childhood cancer. Tony is the founder and president of the St. Jude Connecticut Network, which he established in 1995 to unite fundraising efforts throughout the state in support of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. For more than 30 years, he has worked passionately...

You’ll Love Pastor David! In this engaging episode of What’s Good with John and Joyce, we welcome David Taylor, a man whose life and ministry have been shaped by faith, service, and a deep commitment to helping others discover hope. For more than 25 years, David has served in ministry alongside his wife, Monica. After years of evangelistic work throughout the United States and completing theologic...

Meet Karen Lynn Lussier Karen  is a woman of many talents whose career has taken her from center stage in front of tens of thousands of people to behind the scenes helping clients navigate complex legal matters. A gifted vocalist, Karen has had the honor of performing the National Anthem for crowds of more than 70,000 people at some of the nation's most prestigious sporting events and venues. Sinc...

John is officially in the hot seat as Joyce asks the questions everyone wants answered: How does he stay in such great shape, maintain his energy, and continue looking and feeling his best? People ask Joyce about John’s routine all the time—and they ask John directly, too. In this honest and entertaining conversation, he lays it all out, sharing the daily habits, food choices, mindset, and simple...

John and Joyce share simple, practical ways to bring more peace, balance, and well-being into your everyday life. From healthier daily habits to the thoughts you choose and the energy you carry, they explore how small changes can calm the mind, reduce stress, and create a healthier body. You do not have to completely change your life overnight. Living longer and feeling better can begin with one p...

In this fascinating conversation, John and Joyce sit down with teacher, somatic healer, and longtime vegan Kahseim Outlaw to explore two very different approaches to healthy living. While Kahseim thrives on a plant-based lifestyle, John has experienced success following a ketogenic diet. Together, they discuss nutrition, wellness, mindset, energy, and what they've each learned along their personal...

Part 2 with the incredible Michael "What The Buck" Buckley is here! 🎉 We don't think we've ever laughed as much as we did during these two episodes with Michael! His quick wit, infectious energy, and heartfelt outlook are the perfect reminder that laughter truly is some of the best medicine for the mind, body, and soul. Follow Michael: Instagram:  @heymichaelbuckley Facebook: facebook.com/HeyMich...

Michael Buckley is an Internet pioneer, bestselling author, certified Master Life Coach, comedian, and one of the original breakout stars of YouTube. Best known for his wildly popular and hilarious vlog “What the Buck?!” - Michael built a massive global following by sharing his sharp, funny, and unforgettable takes on pop culture and celebrity news. At the height of his online success, his channel...

John interviews Joyce about her new book “Live Abundantly Now”  -  learn how you can flip the switch and live a very fulfilled, fun life! This episode is sponsored by: thewoodwinds.com silviossauces.com drinkmoonshots.com/ ascend.bank/ lindatoscanorealtor.com/ Find us on social media: instagram.com/whatsgoodwithjohn_joyce facebook.com/profile.php?id=61561504850955 tiktok.com/@whats.good734 Find ou...

How well do you really know the people in your life? In this episode, we put each other in the hot seat and ask a series of rapid-fire questions - some lighthearted, some thoughtful, and some that revealed things we never knew about each other! It's a reminder that no matter how long you've known someone, there's always more to discover. Whether it's a spouse, friend, sibling, parent, grandparent,...

Our guest, John Pierson, is the longtime Sports Director and News Anchor for Connecticut’s ABC affiliate, WTNH-TV. A proud Connecticut native, John has spent decades covering some of the state’s biggest sporting moments, including the Travelers Championship, The Connecticut Open, UConn Football, and the UConn men’s and women’s NCAA championship teams. Known for his outstanding storytelling and spo...

Life can be unpredictable, unfair, stressful, and sometimes overwhelming, but mental strength is something we can build every day. In this episode of “What’s Good with John & Joyce,” we talk about practical ways to become mentally stronger and protect your peace in a world full of challenges, and we share how we handled certain situations as well.  We discuss why accepting that life isn’t alwa...

What are YOU watching lately? It seems like one of the biggest questions people ask on social media is: “What’s good on Netflix, Hulu, Prime or TV right now?” So, John & Joyce are diving into the conversation! 🎬📺🍿 In this fun and relaxed episode, we’re sharing some of our favorite movies, binge-worthy streaming series, classic TV shows, hidden gems and feel-good finds that kept us entertain...

We’re excited to welcome Emmy-nominated journalist Mackenzie Maynard to What’s Good! With over a decade in broadcast news, Mackenzie has covered powerful stories across the country—from wildfires and the border crisis in San Diego to the impact of COVID-19 on local communities right here in Connecticut. Now anchoring weekends on WTNH, she brings not just the news, but heart, insight, and a true pa...

Nick Fradiani Sr. has spent a lifetime sharing his passion for music - beginning with the moment he saw The Beatles on The Ed Sullivan Show. A gifted singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist, he’s performed across the country and around the world, from Atlantic City to international stages, building a dynamic career spanning rock, R&B, jazz, and contemporary music. Today, he continues to...

We’re welcoming back Ken Engelman!  With a background in advertising and marketing, and a big heart for community, Ken began covering divisive political messages with tape and spray paint, replacing them with a reminder the world could always use more of. What started as a small act of positivity has grown into a movement inspiring people to pause, reflect, and choose kindness. Ken shares how a si...