Pathways to Family Wellness

In this episode we speak with Jason Leister about the power of quitting, specifically quitting that which is holding us back from our true selves, a topic borrowed from his daily wirtings at jasonleister.co In his words, "I started life as a classical musician (pipe organ) at the Eastman School of Music, where I won one of the most prestigious organ competitions in the country at age 19. Eventually, I realized that being a classical musician was an excellent way to work hard and starve at the same time. So I entered the world of business. Along the way, I moved to Hawaii and built a family with 10 kids! My work is focused on helping business owners develop the mindset, strategies, systems and resources required to do business on your own terms. That is the reward you get for achieving a position in the market place that sets you apart from every other available choice of your prospective clients or customers. This is the world of the Incomparable Expert. It is real. It is achievable. It is unlike anything most business owners will ever experience." Current and past editions of the magazine can be found at: https://pathwaystofamilywellness.org/

In this episode we have the privilege of speaking with Dr. Shannon Good about Matrescence and the unique, beautiful, and challenging changes that can happen when a woman becomes a mother. Dr. Shannon Good graduated from Life University in 2011 and obtained her CACCP in 2017. She is currently working toward her DACCP.  Shannon has been a technique and analysis instructor at Life University for six years while running a private practice in Marietta, Georgia that focuses on pediatrics and perinatal care. Shannon has been a keynote speaker at Life University's fall CE, a breakout instructor for continuing education sessions at Life University, and a regular speaker for the GCC continuing education program. In 2020, Shannon volunteered to be the student liaison for the ICPA to facilitate connection between the organization and Student Clubs. Current and past editions of the magazine can be found at: https://pathwaystofamilywellness.org/

In this episode we speak with Dr. Stanton Hom about the prioneering spirit of early chiropractors and some of the trials and tribulations early chiropractic went through to be able to serve their communities. Dr. Stanton Hom - DC, DACCP, CCWP is the Founder of Future Generations: a global movement normalizing vibrant health for life by providing freedom focused care and education so we can experience our innate genetic potential. Together, he and his team have built one of the top clinics in the world through their innovative and against the grain approach that catalyzes radical healing of chronic health issues in patients of all ages. After graduating from the United States Military Academy at West Point and earning a bachelors of science in Chemistry/Life Science/Pre-Medicine, Dr. Stanton was fortunate enough to be selected for an internship at Walter Reed Army Medical Center. Upon completion of Los Angeles College of Chiropractic in 2010, he has since served the San Diego community with vitalistic chiropractic care, specializing in the whole family from preconception through birth, infants, childhood and beyond. His own self-healing has inspired him to take on a new mission of chiropractic that eventually led to a breakthrough method in 2013 that he now teaches to an international community called "Freedom Focused Care." As the Host of the Future Generations Podcast, an informed dad and prenatal/pediatric chiropractic specialist, he leads a worldwide movement that stands for Health Freedom for All Generations. Current and past editions of the magazine can be found at: https://pathwaystofamilywellness.org/

In this striking conversation with Barbara Loe Fisher we speak about the history of vaccine policy in the United States as well as the implications of informed consent and what this means for us all.  Barbara Loe Fisher is co-founder and president of the non-profit National Vaccine Information Center (NVIC.org), a U.S. charity established in 1982 by parents of DPT vaccine injured children to prevent vaccine injuries and deaths through public education and defend the ethical principle of informed consent to medical risk taking.  Barbara worked to secure vaccine safety and research provisions in the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986 and has testified in Congress and state legislatures. She is co-author of the seminal 1985 book DPT: A Shot in the Dark, founding executive editor of the online journal newspaper The Vaccine Reaction, and a video blog commentator.  For more than two decades, Barbara served as a consumer member on vaccine advisory committees at the CDC and FDA and vaccine safety public engagement projects sponsored by federal agencies and the Institute of Medicine, National Academy of Sciences.  She has coordinated six international public conferences on vaccination, including the Fifth International Public Conference on Vaccination: Protecting Health and Autonomy in the 21st Century held online in 2020.  One of the world's leading non-medical experts on vaccine science, policy, law and ethics, she has been quoted in numerous print and broadcast news reports. Between 1985 and 2015, she debated more doctors on the subject of vaccination than any other American. A natural rights activist defending the informed consent ethic and freedom of thought, speech and conscience, she was featured in the 2011 documentary The Greater Good, the 2020 movie 1986: The Act, and a two hour conversation on "Highwire" in January 2024 to set the record straight about the history of the 1986 National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act.  The mother of three children and a grandmother, her oldest son suffered a brain inflammation and encephalopathy within hours of his fourth DPT shot in 1980 when he was two and a half years old and was confined to a special education classroom throughout his public school education.  National Vaccine Information Center: https://www.nvic.org Current and past editions of the magazine can be found at: https://pathwaystofamilywellness.org/

In this epsideo we speak with Dr. Monique Andrews (Dr. Mo) about polyvagal pathways in early life: understanding trauma's impact on the developing nervous system. Dr. Mo is a teacher and scholar in Embodied Neuroscience who leads seminars and workshops around the world. ​As a long time student of neuroscience, chiropractic and eastern spiritual practices, she presents from a unique perspective, blending modern tools with ancient wisdom. Drawing on years of intensive study and teaching, she has become an expert in embodied somatic practices and is an international award-winning speaker in the areas of neuroscience, polyvagal theory and nervous system regulation. Through her work with The PRANA Foundation she is a powerful guide and mentor for those drawn to evolving their own wisdom and easing the path for others. Dr. Mo's vision is to elevate the consciousness of humanity. www.drmoniqueandrews.com www.PranaFound.org Current and past editions of the magazine can be found at: https://pathwaystofamilywellness.org/

In this episode we speak with Dr. Martin Rosen about the unique world of pediatric cranial patterning and how that patterning impacts the nervous system. Dr. Martin Rosen is an internationally renowned chiropractor and educator in SOT® Chiropractic, Pediatrics, Cranial Adjusting, Philosophy and Practice Management. He has been practicing in Wellesley, MA since 1982. He has built his career on the foundations of authenticity, mastering his chiropractic skills, sharing his years of clinical knowledge, and a commitment to excellence. Dr. Rosen graduated from Life Chiropractic College summa cum laude in 1981 and started his family centered practice at Wellesley Chiropractic Office. He has a longstanding reputation for outstanding patient-centered care since its inception. The success of his practice, his mentors, and his years of studying inspired him to offer teaching seminars on chiropractic technique, philosophy, and practice management over the last four decades. Dr. Rosen has advanced proficiency in the Sacro Occipital Technique (SOT®). Highly respected in his field, Dr. Rosen is a certified SOT®, SORSI, and SOTO-USA instructor, practitioner and craniopath. He is a past instructor for the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA), on the post-graduate faculty of several chiropractic colleges, was a consulting member of the Committee for Chiropractic Practice and is on the editorial board of the Asian-Pacific Journal of Chiropractic. He has also authored the comprehensive "Pediatric Chiropractic Care", written the only Pediatric Participant Guide for SOT®, The Pediatric SOT® Spinal and Cranial Adjusting Manuals, a chapter on SOT® in the 2nd and 3rd Edition of Chiropractic Pediatrics, has been intimately involved in the rewriting of numerous texts on SOT®, Cranial adjusting and Soft Tissue Reflex Manipulation, and has been featured in countless other articles, books, podcasts and published works. https://drmartinrosen.com https://drmartinrosen.com/product/its-all-in-the-head/ Current and past editions of the magazine can be found at: https://pathwaystofamilywellness.org/  

In this episode with speak with Dr. Monika Buerger about her fascinating discoveries into the nervous system with regard to healing trauma and integrating past experiences.  Dr. Buerger, a graduate of Life Chiropractic College-West and California State University, Fresno, has over 30 years of experience in chiropractic care. She runs a family practice in Idaho Falls, Idaho, specializing in neurodevelopmental and neurodegenerative disorders. Dr. Buerger is recognized as a leading authority in pediatrics both within the chiropractic profession as well as in the world of pediatrics outside the profession. She is a pioneer in neurosensory integration and neurodevelopment. Recognized as a true authority, her work is included in all three volumes of the Pediatric Chiropractic textbook. In addition to being an author, she is an International Lecturer, teacher, and mentor to hundreds of chiropractors worldwide. Combining her extensive clinical experience, research, and knowledge, her mission is with your help to Turn the Tide for Healthy Generations. Current and past editions of the magazine can be found at: https://pathwaystofamilywellness.org/

In this episode we have a fun and engaging conversation with Roberto Monaco about his journey into health through artful communication as well as his own touching personal story with chiropractic.  Roberto Monaco didn't learn storytelling and the science of influence in a classroom. He learned them during one of the most challenging seasons of his life. After leaving a corporate finance job in Brazil in search of greater purpose, he found himself in the U.S., working as a field speaker for the Anthony Robbins Companies. The job? Book talks. Deliver them. And close high-ticket sales on 100% commission. But in those early months, Roberto struggled. Despite enthusiastic feedback, he couldn't close. Stressed and frustrated, he hit a breaking point—one that landed him in the hospital with unexplained pain. The diagnosis: stress. The real cause? A belief that he loved speaking… but hated selling. That moment sparked a complete transformation. He didn't just shift his mindset from "selling" to "serving." He dove into everything he could find on psychology, persuasion, public speaking, and influence. One pattern became clear: the most powerful communicators didn't rely on knowledge or experience alone. They combined compelling personal stories, social influence strategies, and confident, intentional delivery. They knew how to capture attention, build trust, and ethically move people to take action. Roberto began applying these principles in every talk—and the results spoke for themselves. His audience engagement deepened. His confidence soared. And his conversions took off. He soon became the #1 speaker for Tony Robbins and was invited to hire and train other speakers for the company. As his impact grew, so did his methodology. Roberto refined his approach into a repeatable system. In 2009, he partnered with Jeff Paro to co-found InfluenceOlogy—a company dedicated to helping entrepreneurs, executives, experts, and coaches master the art and science of ethical influence. Today, Roberto has delivered over 4,500 presentations, coached more than 15,000 hours, and trained leaders in over 45 industries. His mission is simple: to help people turn their message into their most powerful tool for impact, income, and influence. Current and past editions of the magazine can be found at: https://pathwaystofamilywellness.org/

In this episode we'll be speaking with Dr. Anthony Pelligrino about the fascinating topic of cranial distortion patterns and their connection with the nervous system as well as what parents can look for in their own children. Dr. Anthony Pellegrino is a globally recognized leader in pediatric and family chiropractic care — and one of only seven Certified Pediatric Craniopaths in the world. He holds a Diplomate in Pediatric Chiropractic (D.A.C.C.P.) through the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association — the highest level of pediatric certification available — and is also a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist. His work has been published in multiple peer-reviewed research articles exploring chiropractic's role in supporting children with ADHD, autism, seizures, and other neurodevelopmental challenges. But beyond the credentials, Dr. Anthony's mission is simple: to bring hope, healing, and clarity to families who've been searching for answers. His heart for this work is matched by his dedication to helping every parent feel heard, every child feel safe, and every family experience life-changing results. Current and past editions of the magazine can be found at: https://pathwaystofamilywellness.org/

In this episode we speak with Dr. Amy Haas about her groundbreaking research project which addresses many of the questions one would have about chirorpactic care, including, "Does Chiropractic Care Influence the Immune System?" The research paper can be found here: https://www.cureus.com/articles/229791-vertebral-subluxation-and-systems-biology-an-integrative-review-exploring-the-salutogenic-influence-of-chiropractic-care-on-the-neuroendocrine-immune-system#!/ Dr. Amy Haas has published original, peer-reviewed research on improvements in Heart Rate Variability (HRV) in patients undergoing chiropractic care and on resolution of sleep and anxiety disorders with chiropractic care, and has presented her observations on chiropractic care and adaptability to audiences across the US, in Canada, and in Europe.  Other peer-reviewed publications include a hypothesis paper outlining potential implications of chiropractic care for restoration of normal intracranial fluid dynamics within the newly characterized CNS lymphatic system and contribution to the Foundation for Vertebral Subluxation's Immunity Best Practices recommendations.  Most recently, Dr. Amy and several colleagues at the Foundation for Vertebral Subluxation published a broad-scope review on the impacts of Chiropractic care on salutogenesis as mediated by the neuroendocrine-immune system, a magnum opus that took four years to synthesize. For her contributions to the Chiropractic profession, Dr. Amy was named 2022 Foundation for Vertebral Subluxation Chiropractic Researcher of the Year. Current and past editions of the magazine can be found at: https://pathwaystofamilywellness.org/