Episodes

Over the past 20 months there has been a global movement to be more open about biological processes that for centuries have been seen as curses. Heather Brittany talks about the repeal of the “tampon tax” in Health Matters. As America’s over 50 population rises, cities are looking at how they can best serve the aging population. With nine to ten adults wanting to age in their homes, we’ll look at the options for successful design. Are you a blamer and complainer? It’s time for an attitude adjust...

There are 206 bones in our body and it’s time we learn how to take care of them. Most people don’t think about bone health until they are older and already frail. Heather Brittany helps you start now by understanding what’s good for “them bones” in Health Matters! Baby, it’s hot outside and we gardeners have work to do. We have to be water conscious, yet we see the bare spots in our landscape and yearn to make our personal paradise a more beautiful place. What are our options? Goddess Gardener C...

We love to have friends but did you know that people with long-term solid real friendships are happier, less stressed, and overcome illnesses and tragedies faster? Heather Brittany gives us the low down on why we want to keep up our BFF’s in Health Matters. Friends are life savers-literally! Improve your memory and many other business and social skills improve. If you are prone to forgetting names, simple techniques will help you to remember. Getting healthier could contribute to your bottom lin...

With increasing terrorism and horrific tragedies happening, children need answers that will soothe them. In T42, Heather Brittany offers tips for parents on how to talk to your kids about scary stuff. As a parent copilots her teen to drive, there are easy tips to prepare the driver for a safer first time experience behind the wheel. Remain actively alert riding shotgun and reinforce responsible driving. With our long hot summer days, fruit, and vegetables are ripening quickly awaiting plucking f...

Author Miriam Herin graces the airwaves to talk about her two war-based novels Absolution and A Stone for Bread. Absolution tells the story of Maggie Delaney, an idealistic wife and mother whose world implodes when her husband is murdered in a seemingly random act. A Stone for Bread chronicles poet Henry Beam, accused of fabricating poems from a Nazi concentration camp, as he breaks his 34-year silence telling a grad student about his study year abroad in mid-1950s Paris. br Is your pooch super-...

There is no mystery to incorporating some summer loving into your garden. My secret sauce is to plant a plethora of perennials and bulbs enhanced by color spots of annuals augmented by shrubs that bloom, trees that bear fruit, with edibles everywhere. Learn more with Goddess Gardener, Cynthia Brian, on how to bring the love into your home this summer. br It’s never too late to be what you want to be. It’s time to re-imagine your life and get going towards making it happen. Read Be the Star You A...

Are you consuming Omega 3-fatty acid supplements to deliver cancer-fighting, heart-saving, brain-reserving benefits? While 1990 research suggested fish oil was good for our health, new studies indicate that fish oil may be the new snake oil. Hear the latest facts with Health Matters coach, Heather Brittany. br Nobody wants to be a quitter but sometimes we have to end a relationship, job, or anything that is not keeping us happy and moving us forward in life. We’ll look at ways to say goodbye whe...

Are you heart healthy? If you are an athlete or want to live a stronger life, you need to know what your heart needs. Heather Brittany provides the tips in Health Matters. br Are you a person who is grateful for the little things in life? By showing appreciation for what you have instead of what you don’t have is a key component of physical and emotional health. Find out how to increase your happiness quotient with Lifestyle coach, Cynthia Brian. br Kids love summer. We all love summer. With all...

Is video gaming becoming an addiction? The terrible repercussions of internet gaming addiction are increasingly being felt all over the world. Heather Brittany brings you the latest developments on this global phenomenon. br Summer is around the corner and we have to take a different approach in our landscaping. Goddess Gardener Cynthia Brian has the secrets to a lush and luxurious June garden. br Do you find networking difficult or stressful? No person is an island and as much as we may detest ...

A growing number of young men who grew up with available porn on their mobile devices are convinced that their sexual responses have been sabotaged by brains marinated in porn in their teens years. Health Matters Host, Heather Brittany brings you the report. br It’s hard to apologize but when you are in the wrong, it’s the right thing to do. Find out effective “sorry” strategies from Lifestyle coach, Cynthia Brian. br Cynthia Brian honors her younger sister with a visit through her sister’s coun...

Today’s program is all about Mother Nature and the benefits of gardening. So get out your trowel, gloves, and put on a happy face because you’ll discover the joy of planting with our guest experts, Renee Shepherd of Renee’s Garden and Jim Berry of J. Berry Nursery. br Goddess Gardener Cynthia Brian and Health Matters Expert Heather Brittany discuss the importance of gardening as a family. Get your kids involved while they learn patience, responsibility, and the love of the land. br Set the table...

Where is the most common place to have your purse snatched? Are you distracted when putting your child in a car seat? Are you watchful when pumping gas? Find out what you can do to avoid the thieves lurking everywhere in T42 with Cynthia Brian and Heather Brittany. br Have you always dreamed of a cottage on the beach? Or maybe you fantasize about owning a cozy cabin in the woods? Are you thinking about a second home as an investment? Vacation homes are expensive so before you make the leap, list...

Clutter and disorganization result in loss of productivity and procrastination. Gain confidence, feel lighter and brighter while taking action to organize your life with Health Matters specialist, Heather Brittany. br Cynthia Brian continues the theme of getting organized with tips, tricks, and ideas that will have you flexing your tidy muscles. br The simple pleasures of spring are available to all of us to savor. Get moving and get into your garden. Spring forward with Goddess Gardener, Cynthi...

We all want to be healthier and many people are taking herbal supplements. Calcium, Echinacea, gingko, turmeric, lavender, St. John’s wort, alfalfa, garlic are all good fo us, right? Think again. In Health Matters, Heather Brittany advises us to be aware of the benefits and risks associated with combining supplements with medications. br Are you a distracted driver? With text messages, social media notifications, and talking GPS apps, it's no surprise that mobile devices have become synonymous w...

When was the last time you went through your medicine cabinet to check expiration dates on your medications? Dangerous consequences may result from consuming prescriptions that have expired. Learn what to toss and what to keep in Health Matters with Heather Brittany. Trees are the life source of our world but do you know the signs of a tree in stress? Before tragedy strikes, find out how to identify problems, who to call for help, and what you can do to protect trees with Goddess Gardener, Cynth...

Heather Brittany’s husband, Brian, was a contestant on Wheel of Fortune. Cynthia Brian and Heather discuss the road to getting on the show and the outcome with special guest, Vanna 2, AKA Nonie, Alice Abruzzini who made TV history as the first person besides Vanna White to wave good-bye with Pat Sayak. Read about Wheel of Fortune: http://napavalleyregister.com/news/local/wheel-of-fortune-dream-comes-true/article_711d7b6a-fc2f-5265-a09c-0886d5e45815.html br Are you a positive person? Positive thi...

Getting down and dirty is good for you! If you want to bolster the good bacteria in your body, take a roll in the mud says our Health Matters host Heather Brittany. Find out how to bring the good bugs home. br Spring is in full swing and it’s time for spring cleaning, both inside and out. Find out tips on how to make the clean up easy, go into the garden for April chores and enjoy the beauty of the season. br Would you enjoy creating a wildflower meadow? Wildflowers aren’t fussy. They grow in al...

Every single day your body sheds 30,000 skin cells replacing them with new ones. The face you see today is not the one you will see tomorrow. How to have a healthy, glowing, happy face with Heather Brittany as she shares secrets to fleshing out any skin troubles. br Rapid changes in the publishing world have opened opportunities for aspiring authors. Multi-award winning author, Roland Allnach shares his knowledge and experience while offering a cohesive, pragmatic guide to publishing with his ne...

Obesity and diabetes are symbiotic partners. What’s the link and how can you avoid both? Heather Brittany gives you the vocabulary to steer clear of diabetes and obesity. br How old do you sound? Our voice ages like everything else on our body, but there are ways to keep a youthful sound. Broadcaster Cynthia Brian will share exercises that will help you keep from croaking out your words. br Children love Easter because the Easter Bunny arrives with lots of colored eggs. Learn the history behind ...

Do happy people live longer? Does our health benefit from being in a good mood? Does being mindful reduce body fat? Shocking new research is unveiled to help your avoid risks with our health specialist, Heather Brittany. br Every year on March 17, the Irish and the Irish-at-heart across the globe observe St. Patrick’s Day. What began as a religious feast day for the patron saint of Ireland has become an international festival celebrating Irish culture with parades, dancing, special foods, and pl...

Your metabolism is like your car engine. It can be high performance or it can be sluggish. Want to keep your body up to speed? In Health Matters, Heather Brittany gives you the fuel to fire up your metabolism. br Are you anxious to reboot your career? Are you fearful about being too old. Interning may be the answer to getting you your next great job. br Do you think you are an efficient multitasker? Think again. With so little time and so much to accomplish, the lure of multitasking is unmistaka...

Exciting advances in medicine arrive this year. Game-changers for stroke victims, cancer patients, and mobility issues. Heather Brittany discusses the years top predictions for medical breakthroughs. br With 68% of Americans now owning one, the smartphone has become the go-to camera for most people. Want to know how to take better photos? Cynthia Brian is a newspaper columnist as well as a photographer who uses her iphone for some of the best pictures yet. Learn the secrets. br Robert Frost said...

The Golden Globes and SAG Awards are over, but this week the biggest awards ceremony takes place in Hollywood. Cynthia Brian and Heather Brittany share their inside scoop on what’s hot and what’s not. br Are you a positive person? If not, would you like to be? Besides major health benefits, being positive helps you be happier and enjoy better relationships. Cynthia Brian pops the positive pill and writes you a prescription. br Many people believe that volunteering somewhere is either a chore or ...

You’ have an emergency and you’ve called 911. But, can they find you? Take the steps necessary to make sure that first responders can get to you without difficulty in today’s Health Matters with Heather Brittany. br There are few crimes more horrible that child abuse. How can you protect children? Cynthia Brian will help you identify abuse, teach children rules for safety and assertiveness, learn how to carefully choose caretakers, and more. Let’s end the cycle of violence with education. br Flu...