Resonate | Conversations & Life Lessons from Rancho La Puerta
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55. Jazz Week and the Healing Power of Music
May 25, 2026
32m 35s
54. Family Week at Rancho La Puerta: Connection Across Generations
May 11, 2026
40m 21s
53. How Steve Sando Made Heirloom Beans Irresistible
Apr 27, 2026
39m 08s
52. In Your Own Skin: The Freedom of Being Fully Seen
Apr 13, 2026
48m 27s
51. Designing a Village for Wellness and Connection with Sarah Livia Brightwood
Mar 30, 2026
36m 48s
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| 5/25/26 |  55. Jazz Week and the Healing Power of Music | Make sure to mention the code PODCAST when making your next reservation and enjoy 15% off on new bookings for 7-night stays in 2026.Applicable towards new reservations only. Not combinable with other offers. On space-available basis. Some restrictions and blackout dates apply. Booking must be made by December 27, 2026.What if music, movement, and healing were all part of the same rhythm? In this soulful episode of Resonate, we’re joined by Brinae Ali, a tap dancer, vocalist, choreographer, educator, and interdisciplinary artist whose work lives at the intersection of jazz, movement, history, and healing. Brinae shares how growing up in an artistic household in Flint, Michigan shaped her path, why a college political science class deepened her calling as an artist, and how music can become a form of medicine when it reaches the body, the emotions, and the spirit.Together, we explore the democratic language of jazz, the healing power of vibration, and Brinae’s commitment to preserving the legacy of legendary tap dancer Baby Laurence through archival research, performance, choreography, and education. She also reflects on community as a wellness practice, the importance of collaboration for a sustainable creative life, and the rituals that help her stay centered while moving through a full life of performance, teaching, parenting, and creating.Join us for an inspiring conversation about lineage, joy, artistry, and the rhythms that carry us back to ourselves.Resources:Jazz Week 2026 at Rancho La PuertaBrinae Ali on InstagramBaby Laurence Legacy Project at Jacob’s PillowTo learn more about our wonderful presenters and exciting weeks coming up at the ranch, go to RanchoLaPuerta.com and check out our events calendar. Mention the podcast when making your reservation to take advantage of a special offer. Some restrictions may apply.Produced by NOVA | 32m 35s | ||||||
| 5/11/26 |  54. Family Week at Rancho La Puerta: Connection Across Generations | Make sure to mention the code PODCAST when making your next reservation and enjoy 15% off on new bookings for 7-night stays in 2026.Applicable towards new reservations only. Not combinable with other offers. On space-available basis. Some restrictions and blackout dates apply. Booking must be made by December 27, 2026.What makes Family Week at Rancho La Puerta feel so magical?In this lively episode of Resonate, Barry gives us a special preview of the 15th Annual Family Week by speaking with four of the presenters bringing their gifts to The Ranch this summer. Chess teacher Alex Freuman shares why chess is more than a game, offering a place for patience, strategy, critical thinking, and connection across generations. BollyPop creator Aakansha Maheshwari invites us into the joy of movement, blending Indian dance, pop music, and global rhythms into classes that help people de-stress, have fun, and spread happiness.Chef Vivian Mercado takes us inside La Cocina Que Canta and the organic garden, sharing her love for feeding the next generation with healthy, creative, kid-friendly food. She also reflects on the special energy children bring to The Ranch and the lasting relationships built through Family Week. Finally, circus artist, auctioneer, former police officer, and animal sanctuary founder Matt Roben talks about a life full of unexpected chapters, and why juggling, balancing, acrobatics, and play can bring kids, parents, and grandparents together.From chess boards and dance floors to garden-fresh meals and circus fun, this episode is a celebration of curiosity, connection, and the joy of learning together as a family.Resources:Rancho La Puerta Family WeekRancho La Puerta Events CalendarChef Vivian MercadoBollyPopBollyPop on Instagram Rockland County Chess ClubAlex Freuman at Rancho La PuertaMatt RobenTo learn more about our wonderful presenters and exciting weeks coming up at the ranch, go to RanchoLaPuerta.com and check out our events calendar. Mention the podcast when making your reservation to take advantage of a special offer. Some restrictions may apply.Produced by NOVA | 40m 21s | ||||||
| 4/27/26 | 53. How Steve Sando Made Heirloom Beans Irresistible | Make sure to mention the code PODCAST when making your next reservation and enjoy 15% off on new bookings for 7-night stays in 2026.Applicable towards new reservations only. Not combinable with other offers. On space-available basis. Some restrictions and blackout dates apply. Booking must be made by December 27, 2026.How One Pot of Beans Became a Movement. In this rich and surprising episode, Barry sits down with Steve Sando, founder of Rancho Gordo, to explore how a love of gardening, flavor, and authenticity turned heirloom beans into a national obsession. Steve reflects on his winding path from fashion, jazz radio, and publishing to building a beloved food company rooted in biodiversity, community, and taste.Along the way, he shares why beans deserve more respect, how heirloom varieties preserve culture and regional history, and what he’s learned from working with small farmers in California and Mexico. This episode is part food story, part business story, and part invitation to slow down, cook simply, and rediscover the beauty of something as humble as a pot of beans.Resources:Rancho Gordo WebsiteFollow Rancho Gordo on InstagramRead The Bean BookTo learn more about our wonderful presenters and exciting weeks coming up at the ranch, go to RanchoLaPuerta.com and check out our events calendar. Mention the podcast when making your reservation to take advantage of a special offer. Some restrictions may apply.Produced by NOVA | 39m 08s | ||||||
| 4/13/26 |  52. In Your Own Skin: The Freedom of Being Fully Seen | Make sure to mention the code PODCAST when making your next reservation and enjoy 15% off on new bookings for 7-night stays in 2026.Applicable towards new reservations only. Not combinable with other offers. On space-available basis. Some restrictions and blackout dates apply. Booking must be made by December 27, 2026.What’s True of You, But Not Obvious to Strangers? In this powerful episode of Resonate, Barry sits down with artist, art therapist, author, and filmmaker Katheryn Trenshaw to explore the healing power of authenticity. Katheryn shares the story behind her global multimedia project In Your Own Skin, which invites people to answer one profound question: what is true of you, but not obvious to strangers?From somatic therapy and mask-making to giant photographic portraits and documentary filmmaking, Katheryn reveals how creativity can help people release shame, embrace vulnerability, and reconnect with themselves and others. She reflects on the silent retreat that inspired the project, the extraordinary people she met across 35 countries, and the personal health crisis that deepened the film’s emotional arc.This episode is a moving reminder that we are far more alike than we realize, that human connection begins where judgment ends, and that sometimes the bravest thing we can do is let ourselves be fully seen.Resources:In Your Own Skin projectKatheryn Trenshaw official websiteIn Your Own Skin bookKatheryn Trenshaw on Instagram: @katheryn_trenshawTo learn more about our wonderful presenters and exciting weeks coming up at the ranch, go to RanchoLaPuerta.com and check out our events calendar. Mention the podcast when making your reservation to take advantage of a special offer. Some restrictions may apply.Produced by NOVA | 48m 27s | ||||||
| 3/30/26 |  51. Designing a Village for Wellness and Connection with Sarah Livia Brightwood | Make sure to mention the code PODCAST when making your next reservation and enjoy 15% off on new bookings for 7-night stays in 2026.Applicable towards new reservations only. Not combinable with other offers. On space-available basis. Some restrictions and blackout dates apply. Booking must be made by December 27, 2026.What if the principles of a wellness retreat could shape everyday life? In this episode of Resonate, Barry sits down with Sarah Livia Brightwood to explore the vision behind the Residences at Rancho La Puerta—a community designed around nature, connection, and intentional living. Raised at the ranch and trained in landscape architecture, Sarah shares how the land, gardens, and architecture were thoughtfully designed to support wellbeing.From organic farming and shared meals to hiking trails and vibrant community spaces, the residences extend the spirit of the ranch beyond a one-week visit into a lifelong wellness experience. Sarah and Barry reflect on the importance of community, purpose, and connection to nature—and how living in a place built around those values can transform daily life.Resources:Learn more about the Residences at Rancho La PuertaTo learn more about our wonderful presenters and exciting weeks coming up at the ranch, go to RanchoLaPuerta.com and check out our events calendar. Mention the podcast when making your reservation to take advantage of a special offer. Some restrictions may apply.Produced by NOVA | 36m 48s | ||||||
| 3/16/26 |  50. Nutrition Myths, Supplements, and What Really Matters for Your Health with Linda Illingworth | Make sure to mention the code PODCAST when making your next reservation and enjoy 15% off on new bookings for 7-night stays in 2026.Applicable towards new reservations only. Not combinable with other offers. On space-available basis. Some restrictions and blackout dates apply. Booking must be made by December 27, 2026.In this episode of Resonate, host Barry sits down with registered dietitian Linda Illingworth to cut through the noise of modern nutrition advice. With social media full of diet trends, supplement claims, and conflicting recommendations, Linda shares a practical, science-backed perspective on how to approach health and nutrition.From protein intake and muscle loss as we age to the truth behind popular supplements like creatine, NAD, turmeric, and melatonin, Linda explains what the research actually shows—and where lifestyle habits matter far more than the latest “hack.” She also dives into plant-based protein, post-workout nutrition, prostate health, alcohol consumption, and how to evaluate supplement quality.If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the endless stream of health advice online, this conversation offers clarity, balance, and a reminder that sustainable habits often matter more than trends.Resources:Learn more at lifewellnessinstitute.comDiscover Linda’s work at nutritionmuse.comFollow Linda on Instagram: @nutrition_museTo learn more about our wonderful presenters and exciting weeks coming up at the ranch, go to RanchoLaPuerta.com and check out our events calendar. Mention the podcast when making your reservation to take advantage of a special offer. Some restrictions may apply.Produced by NOVA | 51m 40s | ||||||
| 3/2/26 |  49. The Truth About Menopause with Dr. Shefali Patel | Make sure to mention the code PODCAST when making your next reservation and enjoy 15% off on new bookings for 7-night stays in 2026.Applicable towards new reservations only. Not combinable with other offers. On space-available basis. Some restrictions and blackout dates apply. Booking must be made by December 27, 2026.Menopause isn’t just something to “get through.” It’s a major biological transition that affects sleep, mood, metabolism, bone health, libido, and long-term wellness.In this conversation, Barry sits down with Dr. Shefali Patel, board-certified OB-GYN and specialist in perimenopause, menopause, and hormone replacement therapy. She breaks down the difference between perimenopause and menopause, why symptoms can feel unpredictable, and how hormone therapy has evolved since the controversial 2002 study that reshaped public perception for nearly two decades.Dr. Patel explains what modern HRT looks like today, who may benefit most, and why timing matters. The discussion also explores midlife realities like weight gain, sleep disruption, bone density, and libido changes—along with practical tools women can use to support strength, longevity, and overall health.This episode reframes menopause as a new chapter—one that invites education, self-advocacy, and the opportunity to thrive.Resources:Learn more about Dr. Patel’s work at drshefalipatel.comFollow Dr. Shefali Patel on Instagram: @dr_shefalipatelThe Menopause SocietyTo learn more about our wonderful presenters and exciting weeks coming up at the ranch, go to RanchoLaPuerta.com and check out our events calendar. Mention the podcast when making your reservation to take advantage of a special offer. Some restrictions may apply.Produced by NOVA | 49m 32s | ||||||
| 2/16/26 |  48. Pain is Protection with Nathan Briner | Make sure to mention the code PODCAST when making your next reservation and enjoy 15% off on new bookings for 7-night stays in 2026.Applicable towards new reservations only. Not combinable with other offers. On space-available basis. Some restrictions and blackout dates apply. Booking must be made by December 27, 2026.What if pain isn’t the enemy—but a signal your body is trying to protect you?In this episode of Resonate, Barry sits down with movement therapist Nathan Briner to explore a radically different understanding of pain, one rooted in modern pain science and nervous system regulation. Nathan shares how his own thinking evolved after decades of working with chronic pain clients, shifting away from “fixing” the body and toward helping it feel safe enough to heal.Together, they unpack why aggressive stretching can backfire, how the nervous system drives pain responses, and why awareness, patience, and gradual movement matter more than any single technique. Nathan also offers practical tools for desk workers, insights on posture myths, and simple ways to calm the nervous system through breath and gentle movement.This episode is an invitation to stop battling your body and start working with it—one small, respectful step at a time.Resources:nathanbriner.comFollow Nathan on Instagram: @nathan_brinerTo learn more about our wonderful presenters and exciting weeks coming up at the ranch, go to RanchoLaPuerta.com and check out our events calendar. Mention the podcast when making your reservation to take advantage of a special offer. Some restrictions may apply.Produced by NOVA | 39m 06s | ||||||
| 2/2/26 |  47. Train Your Brain with Ryan Glatt | Make sure to mention the code PODCAST when making your next reservation and enjoy 15% off on new bookings for 7-night stays in 2026.Applicable towards new reservations only. Not combinable with other offers. On space-available basis. Some restrictions and blackout dates apply. Booking must be made by December 27, 2026.Cognitive decline is one of the greatest fears of aging, yet most people don’t realize how much control they still have. In this episode of Resonate, Barry sits down with neuroscientist and brain health educator Ryan Glatt to explore how movement, strength training, and mental challenge work together to support long-term brain health.Ryan shares his unconventional path from personal training to applied neuroscience, explains why not all exercise is created equal, and introduces the concept of dual task training, combining physical movement with cognitive demand. They unpack the differences between normal aging, mild cognitive impairment, dementia, and Alzheimer’s disease, while also highlighting lifestyle factors that can meaningfully reduce risk.From why walking alone may not be enough, to how strength training supports the brain’s frontal lobes, this conversation offers practical, empowering insights for anyone who wants to stay mentally sharp at any age.Resources:Pacific Neuroscience Institute Follow Ryan Glatt on Instagram Connect with Ryan Glatt on LinkedInTo learn more about our wonderful presenters and exciting weeks coming up at the ranch, go to RanchoLaPuerta.com and check out our events calendar. Mention the podcast when making your reservation to take advantage of a special offer. Some restrictions may apply.Produced by NOVA | 48m 32s | ||||||
| 1/19/26 |  46. Your Life’s Owner’s Manual with Leslie McGuirk | Make sure to mention the code PODCAST when making your next reservation and enjoy 15% off on new bookings for 7-night stays in 2025.Applicable towards new reservations only. Not combinable with other offers. On space-available basis. Some restrictions and blackout dates apply. Booking must be made by December 27, 2025.What if your life came with an owner’s manual?In this thoughtful episode of Resonate, Barry sits down with internationally recognized astrologer, author, and teacher Leslie McGuirk to explore astrology as a practical tool for self-understanding rather than prediction. Leslie shares how a single astrology reading at age nineteen changed the direction of her life, helping her reclaim her creativity after being told she had none. That moment sparked a path that led her from children’s books and design to decades of astrological study and teaching.Together, they unpack astrology as an esoteric science that reveals patterns, emotional tendencies, and personal timing, much like a musical score unique to each individual. Leslie explains how understanding your chart can bring clarity to relationships, creativity, and even health, while offering comfort during difficult seasons. This conversation invites curiosity, self-trust, and a deeper appreciation for the design you were born with.Resources:Leslie McGuirk’s website: lesliemcguirk.comRead The Power of Mercury by Leslie McGuirkRead If Rocks Could Sing by Leslie McGuirkLeslie McGuirk on InstagramLeslie McGuirk on FacebookTo learn more about our wonderful presenters and exciting weeks coming up at the ranch, go to RanchoLaPuerta.com and check out our events calendar. Mention the podcast when making your reservation to take advantage of a special offer. Some restrictions may apply.Produced by NOVA | 40m 41s | ||||||
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| 1/5/26 |  45. Facing Death Gently with Kathryn Tucker | Make sure to mention the code PODCAST when making your next reservation and enjoy 15% off on new bookings for 7-night stays in 2025.Applicable towards new reservations only. Not combinable with other offers. On space-available basis. Some restrictions and blackout dates apply. Booking must be made by December 27, 2025.We avoid talking about death until it’s right in front of us. In this episode of Resonate, Barry sits down with attorney and yoga instructor Kathryn Tucker, a leading advocate for end-of-life choice, to unpack what “medical aid in dying” really means, why states are driving the conversation, and how the modern wave of psilocybin research is changing what’s possible for anxiety and existential distress at the end of life. Kathryn also connects the dots between psychedelics and long-held contemplative practices, reminding us that expanded states of consciousness aren’t limited to a medicine cabinet.Resources:Connect with Kathryn on LinkedInRead How to Change Your Mind by Michael PollanTo learn more about our wonderful presenters and exciting weeks coming up at the ranch, go to RanchoLaPuerta.com and check out our events calendar. Mention the podcast when making your reservation to take advantage of a special offer. Some restrictions may apply.Produced by NOVA | 41m 42s | ||||||
| 12/22/25 |  44. Everyday Sacred Moments with Michael Zedek | Make sure to mention the code PODCAST when making your next reservation and enjoy 15% off on new bookings for 7-night stays in 2025.Applicable towards new reservations only. Not combinable with other offers. On space-available basis. Some restrictions and blackout dates apply. Booking must be made by December 27, 2025.Miracles don’t always arrive with thunder and lightning. Sometimes they look like a leaf revealing its hidden colors, a story that outflanks your resistance, or a single choice to see, hear, say, and do something beautiful before the day is done.In this episode, Barry sits down with Rabbi Michael Zedek, author of Taking Miracles Seriously, to explore a grounded, story-driven spirituality that doesn’t demand perfection, certainty, or even one “right” interpretation. Together, they unpack why humor opens us up, how sacred texts can be truer as metaphor than as history, and what it means to live like life is precious, even when it’s hard.You’ll also hear the origin story behind Michael’s newest book for young readers, why he believes stories stick when essays fade, and how everyday wonder can turn this life into more than something to simply endure.Resources:Rabbi Michael Zedek’s website: rabbimichaelzedek.comRead Taking Miracles SeriouslyRead People Are Like…: Stories for Young Readers & Readers Who Wish to Stay YoungRead The Spirituality of ImperfectionTo learn more about our wonderful presenters and exciting weeks coming up at the ranch, go to RanchoLaPuerta.com and check out our events calendar. Mention the podcast when making your reservation to take advantage of a special offer. Some restrictions may apply.Produced by NOVA | 40m 07s | ||||||
| 12/8/25 |  43. Facing Your Hidden Self with Orenda Fink | Make sure to mention the code PODCAST when making your next reservation and enjoy 15% off on new bookings for 7-night stays in 2025.Applicable towards new reservations only. Not combinable with other offers. On space-available basis. Some restrictions and blackout dates apply. Booking must be made by December 27, 2025.In this illuminating episode of Resonate, Barry sits down with Jungian coach, dream analyst, former musician, and memoirist Orenda Fink to explore the vast landscape of the unconscious mind. Orenda shares how dreams reveal the 95% of our inner world we can’t access while awake, why the “shadow” holds the keys to our personal growth, and how early childhood experiences continue to shape our adult behaviors and beliefs.Resources:Learn more about Orenda Fink: www.orendafink.comCreative Mind UniversityA Witch’s Daughter by Orenda FinkUnderstanding the Borderline Mother by Christine Ann LawsonTo learn more about our wonderful presenters and exciting weeks coming up at the ranch, go to RanchoLaPuerta.com and check out our events calendar. Mention the podcast when making your reservation to take advantage of a special offer. Some restrictions may apply.Produced by NOVA | 51m 07s | ||||||
| 11/24/25 |  42. Rewrite Your Story with Elizabeth Trinkaus | Make sure to mention the code PODCAST when making your next reservation and enjoy 15% off on new bookings for 7-night stays in 2025.Applicable towards new reservations only. Not combinable with other offers. On space-available basis. Some restrictions and blackout dates apply. Booking must be made by December 27, 2025.Welcome to Resonate, conversations and life lessons from Rancho La Puerta. In this heart-opening episode, Barry sits down with life coach, retreat leader, and author Elizabeth Trinkaus to explore one of the most universal beliefs we carry: the quiet, persistent feeling of “not enough.” With humor, honesty, and decades of experience guiding others toward self-worth, Elizabeth shares how this belief forms, how it quietly shapes our lives, and—most importantly—how we can finally let it go.Together they unpack the stories we inherit, the inner critic that narrates them, and the liberating power of rewriting that narrative with compassion. Elizabeth reveals simple daily rituals to reconnect with your authentic self, the importance of creating space to hear your inner wisdom, and why embracing life’s beautiful messiness is essential to true self-acceptance. From personal breakthroughs to practical shifts in mindset, this conversation is an invitation to soften, breathe, and remember that you are already enough.Resources:Read Elizabeth’s Book: “Enough Already! Yes, You Are”Elizabeth’s Coaching & Retreats: https://lizretreats.comPinnacle View Life-Enrichment Programs: https://pinnacleview.netListen to the “Enough Already” Podcast: https://enoughalready.libsyn.comTo learn more about our wonderful presenters and exciting weeks coming up at the ranch, go to RanchoLaPuerta.com and check out our events calendar. Mention the podcast when making your reservation to take advantage of a special offer. Some restrictions may apply.Produced by NOVA | 48m 10s | ||||||
| 11/10/25 |  41. Movement is Medicine with Scott Cole | Make sure to mention the code PODCAST when making your next reservation and enjoy 15% off on new bookings for 7-night stays in 2025.Applicable towards new reservations only. Not combinable with other offers. On space-available basis. Some restrictions and blackout dates apply. Booking must be made by December 27, 2025.A string of pearls for your body and mind. In this uplifting conversation, fitness icon and Discover Tai Chi creator Scott Cole joins Barry to explore the evolution from high-impact aerobics to mindful movement—why slowing down can heal, strengthen, and change your life.Resources:Scott’s website: scottcole.comInstagram: @scott_cole_wellnessDiscover Tai Chi (Balance & Mobility, Beginners, and more)To learn more about our wonderful presenters and exciting weeks coming up at the ranch, go to RanchoLaPuerta.com and check out our events calendar. Mention the podcast when making your reservation to take advantage of a special offer. Some restrictions may apply.Produced by NOVA | 44m 45s | ||||||
| 10/27/25 |  40. Saying Yes to Wisdom with Lori Pappas | Make sure to mention the code PODCAST when making your next reservation and enjoy 15% off on new bookings for 7-night stays in 2025.Applicable towards new reservations only. Not combinable with other offers. On space-available basis. Some restrictions and blackout dates apply. Booking must be made by December 27, 2025.From a turbulent childhood to early success in the computer industry, from selling her company at 49 to building 130+ water systems in Ethiopia, Lori Pappas has lived multiple lifetimes of service and reinvention. Now an author and speaker, Lori shares a clear path for turning struggle into wisdom—and why your most expansive season might be ahead of you.Resources:Lori’s website: loripappas.comRead: The Magic of YesTo learn more about our wonderful presenters and exciting weeks coming up at the ranch, go to RanchoLaPuerta.com and check out our events calendar. Mention the podcast when making your reservation to take advantage of a special offer. Some restrictions may apply.Produced by NOVA | 38m 05s | ||||||
| 10/13/25 |  39. Sex, Science, and the Real Work of Love with Dr. Pepper Schwartz | Make sure to mention the code PODCAST when making your next reservation and enjoy 15% off on new bookings for 7-night stays in 2025.Applicable towards new reservations only. Not combinable with other offers. On space-available basis. Some restrictions and blackout dates apply. Booking must be made by December 27, 2025.We sit down with sociologist and sexologist Dr. Pepper Schwartz for a candid, science-backed exploration of love, desire, and connection across the lifespan. From the biology of attraction to the emotional architecture of long-term partnership, Pepper brings five decades of research—and 19 seasons of *Married at First Sight*—to reveal what truly makes relationships last. We talk about the myths that still surround aging and sexuality, how fantasy shapes our understanding of intimacy, and why chemistry, communication, and curiosity matter more than perfection. It’s an illuminating conversation about staying vibrant—in body, mind, and heart—at every age. Resources:Read American Couples: Money, Work, and SexTo learn more about our wonderful presenters and exciting weeks coming up at the ranch, go to RanchoLaPuerta.com and check out our events calendar. Mention the podcast when making your reservation to take advantage of a special offer. Some restrictions may apply.Produced by NOVA | 43m 51s | ||||||
| 9/29/25 |  38. Fostering Rewarding Relationships with Adult Children with Dr. Ruth Nemzoff | Make sure to mention the code PODCAST when making your next reservation and enjoy 15% off on new bookings for 7-night stays in 2025.Applicable towards new reservations only. Not combinable with other offers. On space-available basis. Some restrictions and blackout dates apply. Booking must be made by December 27, 2025.We sit down with author and former legislator Dr. Ruth Nemzoff for a smart, compassionate guide to relating across generations—parents to adult kids, and families to in-laws. We explore why a well-meant *comment* can land like a *command*, how to set house rules when grown kids move home, and ways to balance joy and safety as parents age. Then we zoom out to purpose, community, and the everyday creativity that makes family life work.Resources:Learn more at RuthNemzoff.comConnect with Dr. Ruth Nemzoff on LinkedInRead Don’t Bite Your Tongue by Dr. Ruth NemzoffRead Don’t Roll Your Eyes by Dr. Ruth NemzoffTo learn more about our wonderful presenters and exciting weeks coming up at the ranch, go to RanchoLaPuerta.com and check out our events calendar. Mention the podcast when making your reservation to take advantage of a special offer. Some restrictions may apply.Produced by NOVA | 43m 17s | ||||||
| 9/15/25 |  37. The Psychology of Peak Performance with Dr. Rick Aberman | Make sure to mention the code PODCAST when making your next reservation and enjoy 15% off on new bookings for 7-night stays in 2025.Applicable towards new reservations only. Not combinable with other offers. On space-available basis. Some restrictions and blackout dates apply. Booking must be made by December 27, 2025.What if the difference between choking and clutch is emotional, not technical? In this episode of Resonate, performance psychotherapist Dr. Rick Aberman joins Barry to unpack how identity, emotions, and attention shape our best (and worst) moments under pressure. We explore why vulnerability is the gateway to peak performance, how feelings precede thoughts, and the simple physiological resets that can flip momentum in your favor—on the field, in the boardroom, or during a rocky morning at home.Resources:Learn more at RickAberman.comRead Why Good Coaches Quit by Rick Aberman & John AndersonConnect with Dr. Rick Aberman on LinkedInTo learn more about our wonderful presenters and exciting weeks coming up at the ranch, go to RanchoLaPuerta.com and check out our events calendar. Mention the podcast when making your reservation to take advantage of a special offer. Some restrictions may apply.Produced by NOVA | 36m 13s | ||||||
| 9/1/25 |  36. Trusting Your Inner Knowing with Adela Lavine | Make sure to mention the code PODCAST when making your next reservation and enjoy 15% off on new bookings for 7-night stays in 2025.Applicable towards new reservations only. Not combinable with other offers. On space-available basis. Some restrictions and blackout dates apply. Booking must be made by December 27, 2025.What if you could see your life’s possibilities laid out before you?In this thought-provoking episode of Resonate, Barry sits down with intuitive and medium Adela Lavine, author of Seer, to explore the unseen world of intuition, spirit communication, and the choices that shape our lives. Adela shares her personal journey—from resisting her gift to embracing it fully—and explains how she helps people connect with loved ones who have passed and tune into their own inner knowing. Along the way, she offers practical tools for trusting your instincts, addresses misconceptions about mediums, and emphasizes the ethics of her work. Barry receives a brief reading, leading to reflections on skepticism, metaphysics, and the freedom that comes with embracing uncertainty.Resources:Adela Lavine’s website: adelalavine.comRead Seer by Adela LavineAdela’s podcast: The House MediumTo learn more about our wonderful presenters and exciting weeks coming up at the ranch, go to RanchoLaPuerta.com and check out our events calendar. Mention the podcast when making your reservation to take advantage of a special offer. Some restrictions may apply.Produced by NOVA | 43m 09s | ||||||
| 8/18/25 |  35. Discovering the Art of Deep Listening with Elizabeth Rosner | Make sure to mention the code PODCAST when making your next reservation and enjoy 15% off on new bookings for 7-night stays in 2025.Applicable towards new reservations only. Not combinable with other offers. On space-available basis. Some restrictions and blackout dates apply. Booking must be made by December 27, 2025.Step into the art and science of listening with Elizabeth Rosner, acclaimed author of Third Ear: Reflections on the Art and Science of Listening. We explore the invisible threads that connect us through trauma, resilience, and the longing for true understanding. Elizabeth draws from her own family history as the daughter of Holocaust survivors and decades of research into healing, language, and connection. Together, we consider how listening extends beyond sound, embracing intuition, body, and even silence itself.Discover stories about healing from trauma, the power of naming what we carry, and how horses and disconnected telephones can teach us new ways to connect. Whether through language, art, or quiet presence, we uncover how each of us can listen more deeply to ourselves, each other, and the world around us.Resources:Learn more about Elizabeth’s work at elizabethrosner.comRead Third Ear: Reflections on the Art and Science of ListeningTo learn more about our wonderful presenters and exciting weeks coming up at the ranch, go to RanchoLaPuerta.com and check out our events calendar. Mention the podcast when making your reservation to take advantage of a special offer. Some restrictions may apply.Produced by NOVA | 42m 04s | ||||||
| 8/4/25 |  34. Finding Light After Loss with Julie Green | Make sure to mention the code PODCAST when making your next reservation and enjoy 15% off on new bookings for 7-night stays in 2025.Applicable towards new reservations only. Not combinable with other offers. On space-available basis. Some restrictions and blackout dates apply. Booking must be made by December 27, 2025.How do you find hope after heartbreaking loss? In this moving episode of Resonate, Barry sits down with Julie Green—nurse, grief facilitator, and author of *A Thousand Little Memories*—to talk about love, loss, and healing. Julie opens up about losing her son Jack to suicide, her journey through shock and despair, and the steps she took to reclaim joy and purpose. She shares the small rituals and daily practices that anchored her, from mindful walks on the beach to honoring Jack’s memory with family traditions and dragonfly sightings. Along the way, Julie offers honest advice for supporting others through grief and breaks down the power of resources like the Grief Recovery Method and EMDR therapy. This is a conversation about the enduring presence of love, the importance of being present, and the hope that can emerge even in the most difficult chapters of life.Resources:Read A Thousand Little Memories by Julie GreenThe Grief Recovery MethodEMDR TherapyAmerican Foundation for Suicide PreventionSuicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988To learn more about our wonderful presenters and exciting weeks coming up at the ranch, go to RanchoLaPuerta.com and check out our events calendar. Mention the podcast when making your reservation to take advantage of a special offer. Some restrictions may apply.Produced by NOVA | 45m 27s | ||||||
| 7/21/25 |  33. Redefining Purpose and Passion with Paola Núñez | Make sure to mention the code PODCAST when making your next reservation and enjoy 15% off on new bookings for 7-night stays in 2025.Applicable towards new reservations only. Not combinable with other offers. On space-available basis. Some restrictions and blackout dates apply. Booking must be made by December 27, 2025.What does it take to let go of who you’ve always been and step into something new? In this powerful live episode, we sit down with Mexican actress Paola Núñez as she returns to her hometown of Tecate and shares the story of how she’s redefining success beyond the spotlight. Paola takes us behind the scenes of her rise to fame, the pressures of staying “young” in Hollywood, and the emptiness that set in when her passion for acting began to fade.We explore how Paola is channeling her drive into animal welfare, founding a volunteer group to rescue, walk, and rehome stray dogs in a region where animal advocacy is still new. She speaks candidly about the challenge of breaking out of the “roles” we play for others, facing family expectations, and learning to find worth beyond what we do for a living.Whether you’re chasing a dream, facing a turning point, or simply searching for new meaning, Paola’s journey will inspire you to ask: Who would I be if I let myself follow what lights me up?Resources:Follow Paola on Instagram: @paolaNúñezFollow the LATA Foundation on Instagram: @latafoundationTo learn more about our wonderful presenters and exciting weeks coming up at the ranch, go to RanchoLaPuerta.com and check out our events calendar. Mention the podcast when making your reservation to take advantage of a special offer. Some restrictions may apply.Produced by NOVA | 1h 00m 03s | ||||||
| 7/7/25 |  32. The Future Is Female—and Regenerative with Pat Mitchell & Ronda Carnegie | Make sure to mention the code PODCAST when making your next reservation and enjoy 15% off on new bookings for 7-night stays in 2025.Applicable towards new reservations only. Not combinable with other offers. On space-available basis. Some restrictions and blackout dates apply. Booking must be made by December 27, 2025.How does women’s leadership change the climate conversation? In this powerful episode, Barry sits down with trailblazers Pat Mitchell and Ronda Carnegie, co-founders of Project Dandelion, to explore why women-led movements are at the heart of global climate justice. From the symbolism of the dandelion to the urgent need for hope over fear, Pat and Ronda share the real stories, strategies, and practical actions that mobilize millions—and how everyone, not just women, can play a part. We learn how storytelling and collective action can break through paralysis, why funding women-led solutions is critical, and how regenerative agriculture, indigenous wisdom, and daily choices shape our planet’s future. Plus, hear how Rancho La Puerta’s long-standing commitment to sustainability serves as a model for communities everywhere.Resources:Project Dandelion: https://projectdandelion.comPlanetary Guardians & Planetary Health Check: https://planetaryguardians.orgMary Robinson’s book “Climate Justice”To learn more about our wonderful presenters and exciting weeks coming up at the ranch, go to RanchoLaPuerta.com and check out our events calendar. Mention the podcast when making your reservation to take advantage of a special offer. Some restrictions may apply.Produced by NOVA | 42m 51s | ||||||
| 6/23/25 |  31. Jazz, Healing, and the Sound of Connection with Sean Jones | Make sure to mention the code PODCAST when making your next reservation and enjoy 15% off on new bookings for 7-night stays in 2025.Applicable towards new reservations only. Not combinable with other offers. On space-available basis. Some restrictions and blackout dates apply. Booking must be made by December 27, 2025.Jazz has always been more than a genre—it’s a conversation, a connection, and a way to heal. In this episode, we sit down with Sean Jones, acclaimed trumpeter, composer, and music educator, as he prepares to headline Rancho La Puerta’s first-ever Jazz Week alongside Billy Childs and Ben Williams. We follow Sean’s journey from his roots in Warren, Ohio, to the vibrant jazz scenes of Pittsburgh and Cleveland, through his formative years singing in church and picking up the trumpet as a shy fifth-grader. Sean shares stories of falling in love with jazz legends like Miles Davis and Dizzy Gillespie, the challenge and identity he found in his instrument, and his passion for both performance and education.The conversation flows from the improvisational heart of jazz to its deep ties with healing and social history. Sean opens up about self-care, spirituality, and how his new band, focused on renewal and good vibrations, aims to bring music’s healing power to the world. Whether you’re a lifelong jazz lover or new to the genre, you’ll find inspiration in Sean’s perspective on creativity, collaboration, and the sound of silence.Resources:Follow Sean’s work at sean-jones.comFollow Sean on Instagram: @seanyboymusicTo learn more about our wonderful presenters and exciting weeks coming up at the ranch, go to RanchoLaPuerta.com and check out our events calendar. Mention the podcast when making your reservation to take advantage of a special offer. Some restrictions may apply.Produced by NOVA | 32m 59s | ||||||
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