Dr. Lisa Belisle

Girl Power (#20)

Wise women come from great girls! This week we explored how girls become great, with the help of a bevy of very wise women.

Our guests included

• Robin Hodgskin of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and Margaret O'Keefe of Pierce Atwood
• Joanne Arnold, Body, Mind & Sport Strength Trainer and Consultant
• Tara Treichel of Coastal Studies for Girls

The Dr. Lisa Radio Hour & Podcast airs weekly at 11 am on WLOB radio 1310 AM (Portland)/streaming online. Listen to the Podcast or click on the link below:

Girl Power: Dr. Lisa # 20

This week our "Wellness Innovations" segment, sponsored by the University of New England, described recent studies on women's longevity, from the Scientific American website.

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Our featured guests were Robin Hodgskin of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and Margaret Minister O'Keefe of Pierce Atwood.

Robin Lin Hodgskin, CFP® is a Senior Vice President, Family Wealth Director with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney (MSSB). She has fulfilled roles as Complex Business Development Officer and as Branch Office Manager of the Smith Barney Portland, ME office for 13 years, as well as serving on the CEO’s Diversity Advisory Board.

Robin has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and its predecessors firms for over twenty four years, ten of these as a Financial Advisor in Boston before moving to Portland as the Branch Office Manager in 1996. Robin has a Bachelor’s degree from Bates College and an MBA from Boston University.

As a Family Wealth Director, Robin is among a select group that has access to the vast resources of a world-class financial powerhouse to help meet the complex, and often unique, needs of families with wealth. The specialized wealth advisory services include family governance and dynamics, philanthropic services, wealth preservation and investment management.

She is very active in the community and her outreach work has taken her to Honduras and to Guatemala where she worked with Safe Passage to support the education of children living in the Guatemala City garbage dump. Working with BuildOn, she and her family also built a school in Mali Africa. Robin has served on the board of the Maine Women’s Fund and the Ministerial Fund and as a Deacon at First Parish Church. She lives in Yarmouth, ME where she enjoys singing, skiing, golf, hiking, biking, kayaking, and the many other wonders of Maine with her husband Art Bell and their three children: Becca, Geoff, and Chris.

Margaret Minister O’Keefe is a partner at the law firm of Pierce Atwood. A graduate of Harvard Law School, Margaret's practice focuses on copyrights and trademarks, brand and product licensing, software and new technology licensing, privacy and data security, intellectual property asset management, and intellectual property protection and enforcement. Margaret was recently featured in the January/February 2012 issue of Maine Magazine.

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Our Maine Magazine Minutes featured Joanne Arnold. Joanne Arnold may be best known for her work as a strength trainer with swimmer Ian Crocker, Olympic Gold Medalist. Joanne Arnold is the country's first Body, Mind & Sport Strength Trainer and Consultant , certified by John Douillard, author of BODY,MIND & SPORT.  She trains individuals of all ages and abilities focusing on core strengthening,proprioception, balance and postural alignment.

As a trainer she believes "We all work too much and need to remember the lost art of play." Joanne operates on the premise that "The body and mind are inseparable partners...who often need relationship work."  She believes consciousness is the competitive edge and awareness our most powerful tool for developing strength and transformation. She is interested in disfranchising the stress recover modality of conventional training and supporting a program to create a body cell by cell, thought by thought.

Joanne will appear in the March issue of Maine Magazine.

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Our "Give Back" segment featured Tara Treichel of Coastal Studies for Girls (CSG). The country's first science and leadership semester school for tenth grade girls, they are now offering residential and wilderness programs in the Summer of 2012 for girls, women and educators. CSG is dedicated to those who have a love for learning and discovery, an adventurous spirit, and a desire for challenge. Follow the adventures through their facebook and blog links on the homepage of their website.

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As part of the Dr. Lisa Radio Hour we read our weekly quote from Our Daily Tread, the book created to support the organization Safe Passage. Our Daily Tread has raised more than $22,000 since 2008.

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Click here to read this week's featured Bountiful Blog post: Summer Girl.

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Join us next Sunday, February 5 at 11 am for the next Dr. Lisa Radio Hour & Podcast on WLOB radio Portland 1310 AM/streaming online. Our topic will be "Health Wealth" and guests will include Tom Shepard of Shepard Financial, Susan Conley, author of The Foremost Good Fortune, and Linda Varrell and Frankee Chapa of Maine Youth Leadership.

Support for the Dr. Lisa Radio Hour & Podcast is graciously provided by Akari, Maine magazine, Tom Shepard from Shepard Financial, Mike LePage & Beth Franklin from ReMax Heritage, Robin Hodgskin of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, Pierce Atwood, Booth Maine and Dr. John Herzog of Orthopedic Specialists.

Joy (#14)

Joy is more than just happiness for happiness' sake. It is about facing challenges and feeling gratitude. It is about reveling in the uncertainty that is living. It is also about laughing, and sharing the laughter of children.

This very special show will put a smile on your face and bring joy to your heart!

Guests include... 

 

• Mike LePage of ReMax Heritage,
  
• Katie West of the Levity Institute and
  
• Lucy Bangor of the Children's Museum and Theater of Maine.

 

The Dr. Lisa Radio Hour & Podcast airs weekly at 11 am on WLOB radio 1310 AM (Portland)/streaming online. Listen to the Podcast or click on the link below:

Joy: Dr. Lisa # 14

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This week our "Wellness Innovations" segment, sponsored by the University of New England, is about laughter and health. According to The New York Times Health Page,

Laughter is regularly promoted as a source of health and well being, but it has been hard to pin down exactly why laughing until it hurts feels so good.

The answer, reports Robin Dunbar, an evolutionary psychologist at Oxford, is not the intellectual pleasure of cerebral humor, but the physical act of laughing. The simple muscular exertions involved in producing the familiar ha, ha, ha, he said, trigger an increase in endorphins, the brain chemicals known for their feel-good effect.

Our suggestion? Put those endorphins in play and test the laughter hypothesis for yourself this holiday season!

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The first guest on today's show is Mike LePage of RE/Max Heritage. 

Mike LePage is the Broker/Owner at RE/Max Heritage in Yarmouth. Over the past 12 years he has been helping buyers, sellers and investors with their residential real estate needs. Over that span Mike has served as a board member of the Greater Portland Board of Realtors, serving as President in 2008 and as a board member of the State Multiple Listing Service, MREIS and as a board member of the Maine Association of Realtors where he currently is finishing a term as President for 2011.
Prior to joining the residential real estate world, Mike worked for Key Bank of Maine in Private Banking and for Gouws Capital Management/Acadia Trust, N.A. Over those years Mike assisted clients in financial matters which has helped him in his capacity working with clients in the real estate world.

Mike has always been active in civic activities having served on the boards of the American Heart Association, The Friends of Casco Bay, Portland Stage Company, Bowdoin College Alumni Council, a founding member of the Kennebunk Portside Rotary Club and is active member of the Sacred Heart Church Choir. A 1978 graduate of Bowdoin College and 1974 Graduate of Morse High School, Mike’s roots are right here. He graduated in the Kappa Class of the Institute for Civic Leadership and often lends his experience and expertise on things civic.

Most important to Mike is his family. His wife Meg and four children Burgess, Catie, James and Liza are the pride of his life and the source of inspiration and fun. Because, as Mike would put it, “it’s supposed to be fun”.

Mike can be reached at RE/MAX Heritage, 765 Route One in Yarmouth. 207 846-4300 or mlepage@rheritage.com

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Katie West of the Levity Institute is the featured guest on our "Maine Magazine Minutes" segment.

Katie West is the Director of The Levity Institute, an organization dedicated to awakening the buoyancy within us. The Levity Institute offers one on one sessions, classes, and retreats exploring the four practices of intentional lightheartedness: laughter, play, celebration, and wonder. Katie is also founder of The Levity Project, an award winning social movement creating change by expressing joy in public places.

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As part of the Dr. Lisa Radio Hour we read our weekly quote from Our Daily Tread, the book created to support the organization Safe Passage. Our Daily Tread has raised more than $22,000 since 2008.

Dr. Lisa travelled to Guatemala during Thanksgiving week to get a firsthand look at this organization founded by her late friend and Bowdoin College classmate, Hanley Denning. Read more about her travels on the Bountiful Blog.

Want to help? Safe Passage is pleased to announce a holiday promotion of the book Our Daily Tread, edited by Dr. Lisa Belisle and featuring inspirational quotes, essays, photography and artwork by Safe Passage students.  From now through January 2, the regular retail price of $24.95 will be lowered to $18.99 to help share these motivating stories of how children can leave the Guatemala City garbage dump to achieve an education.  To enjoy this special promotion and support Safe Passage, please purchase the book online here.

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Our "Give Back" segment features Lucy Bangor of the Children's Museum and Theater of Maine.  Lucy joined the Children’s Museum of Maine staff in January 2008. As a lifelong theatre buff, she was excited to be on board for the merger of the Museum with the Children’s Theatre of Maine later that year. She delights in the Museum & Theatre’s hands-on, collaborative culture,where staff, volunteers, visitors, actors and audiences all use their creativity to engage children in learning through play. Lucy particularly enjoys the holiday season at the Museum & Theatre, when the space comes alive with performances and celebrations.

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Click here to read this week's featured Bountiful Blog post, "Deliberation & Joy, Re-Entry."

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Support for the Dr. Lisa Radio Hour & Podcast  is graciously provided by Akari,  Maine magazine, Tom Shepard from Hersey, Gardner, Shepard & Eaton/Ameriprise. Mike LePage & Beth Franklin from ReMax Heritage, Robin Hodgskin of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and Dr. John Herzog of Orthopedic Specialists.

                

                  
                                                  

      

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The Dr. Lisa Radio Hour & Podcast Team includes:

Dr. Lisa Belisle, Co-House & Executive Producer,
Genevieve Morgan, Co-Host & Editorial Producer,
John McCain, Audio Producer, Provider of Original Music,
Chris Kast, Editorial Producer & Brand Strategist,
Marci Booth, Business Advisor,
Jane Pate, Assistant Producer,
Nathan Hankla, Website Advisor,
Kevin Thomas, Executive Producer.

The Dr. Lisa Radio Hour & Podcast studio is located at the offices of Maine Magazine, 75 State Street, Portland, Maine.

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Join us next Sunday, December 11 at 11 am for the next Dr. Lisa Radio Hour & Podcast on WLOB radio Portland 1310 AM/streaming online.  Guests will include bestselling author and Maine State Warden Service chaplain Kate Braestrup, musical group Mister Moon and Kurt Holmgren of  The Root Cellar.

Thank you for being part of our world!

Sacred Space (#13)

We all have the potential for creating "sacred spaces" in our lives: whether these are the spaces in which we dwell, or spaces within our souls. Creating these spaces not only leads to bountiful living but also to better health! We also have the chance to help create sacred spaces for others who might not have the same opportunities we do.

Listen to our "Sacred Space" show this week and be inspired! 

Guests include... 

• Angie Arndt of the Chaplaincy Institute of Maine (ChIME)  
  
• Cyrus Hagge, innovator and change-maker 
• Dave Holman of Safe Passage 
  

 

 

The Dr. Lisa Radio Hour & Podcast airs weekly at 11 am on WLOB radio 1310 AM (Portland)/streaming online. Listen to the Podcast or click on the link below:

 

Sacred Space: Dr. Lisa #13 

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This week our "Wellness Innovations" segment, sponsored by the University of New England, is about spirituality and health. According to familydoctor.org,

Research shows that things such as positive beliefs, comfort and strength gained from religion, meditation and prayer can contribute to healing and a sense of well being. Improving your spiritual health may not cure an illness, but it may help you feel better, prevent some health problems and help you cope with illness, stress or death.

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The first guest on today's show was Angie Arndt of the Chaplaincy Institute of Maine (ChIME)  

Rev. Angie Arndt, M.S., graduated from ChIME in 2007 and has been serving as Dean and Faculty member ever since. She is a member of the First Universalist Church of Yarmouth. Angie teaches Connection Parenting and Houses of Healing at the Maine Correctional Center and is also a trainer at The Center for Grieving Children.

Angie is married and has two sons in college.

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Innovator and change-maker Cyrus Hagge  is the featured guest on our "Maine Magazine Minutes" segment.

Cyrus attended Hebron Academy (71), received a Construction Technology Certificate from Central Maine Technical College (76) and completed a BS and MBA at the USM School of Business Administration in 1985.

His business interests include owning Project Management, Inc., a construction and property management company he started in 1986, and commercial real estate. Over the years, Cyrus has worked as a carpenter, general contactor and commercial real estate developer. In 1994 he started acquiring and renovating old warehouse buildings on the Portland waterfront. He hasover a hundred thousand square feet of office, residential and retail space under management.

Currently he volunteers as Chair of the youth leadership organization Rippleffect, Past President of the Portland Downtown Improvement District, Treasurer of Space Gallery a not for profit arts organization, Past President of the Cumberland County YMCA, member of the University of Southern Maine Foundation and Vice President of Portland Rotary.

Cyrus lives on scenic Munjoy Hill in Portland, and is married to Patricia Dodd Hagge and they have three grown children. His hobbies include snowboarding, sailing, scuba diving and ripping apart old houses.

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As part of the Dr. Lisa Radio Hour we read our weekly quote from Our Daily Tread, the book created to support the organization Safe Passage. Our Daily Tread has raised more than $22,000 since 2008.

Dr. Lisa travelled to Guatemala during Thanksgiving week to get a firsthand look at this organization founded by her late friend and Bowdoin College classmate, Hanley Denning. Read more about her travels on the Bountiful Blog.

Want to help? Safe Passage is pleased to announce a holiday promotion of the book Our Daily Tread, edited by Dr. Lisa Belisle and featuring inspirational quotes, essays, photography and artwork by Safe Passage students.  From now through January 2, the regular retail price of $24.95 will be lowered to $18.99 to help share these motivating stories of how children can leave the Guatemala City garbage dump to achieve an education.  To enjoy this special promotion and support Safe Passage, please purchase the book online here

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Our "Give Back" segment features Dave Holman of Safe Passage.  Dave Holman has lived, worked and traveled in Latin America for many years and works for the non-profit organization Safe Passage as the Outreach and Communications Coordinator. He first visited the Guatemala City garbage dump in 2003 where he met young children picking through trash. The experience of seeing young children not only out of school but engaging in dangerous work involving hazardous materials in the Guatemala City garbage dump left a lasting impression on him that has influenced his work on issues of poverty and social justice. Working with Safe Passage has been a particularly gratifying experience, enabling him to be a part of the educational facilities rising like oases out of the edges of the garbage dump slums.

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Click here to read this week's featured Bountiful Blog post, "Safe Passage: Spirit & Reality."

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Support for the Dr. Lisa Radio Hour & Podcast  is graciously provided by Akari,  Maine magazine, Tom Shepard from Hersey, Gardner, Shepard & Eaton/Ameriprise. Mike LePage & Beth Franklin from ReMax Heritage, Robin Hodgskin of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and Dr. John Herzog of Orthopedic Specialists.

                

                  
                                                  

      

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The Dr. Lisa Radio Hour & Podcast Team includes:

Dr. Lisa Belisle, Co-House & Executive Producer,
Genevieve Morgan, Co-Host & Editorial Producer,
John McCain, Audio Producer, Provider of Original Music,
Chris Kast, Editorial Producer & Brand Strategist,
Marci Booth, Business Advisor,
Jane Pate, Assistant Producer,
Nathan Hankla, Website Advisor,
Kevin Thomas, Executive Producer.

The Dr. Lisa Radio Hour & Podcast studio is located at the offices of Maine Magazine, 75 State Street, Portland, Maine.

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Join us next Sunday, December 11 at 11 am for the next Dr. Lisa Radio Hour & Podcast on WLOB radio Portland 1310 AM/streaming online.  Guests will include Mike LePage of ReMax Heritage, Katie West of the Levity Institute and Lucy Bangor of the Children's Museum and Theater of Maine. 

Thank you for being part of our world!

Vision (#11)

How is your vision? Sometimes in order to see things that are right in front of us, we have to observe them from different angles. We also have to be prepared to look forward and be open to possibilities, whether they are related to our health or our personal space.

And, if we are especially observant, we will notice those who may need our help along the way.

Guests this week include:

• Dr. John Herzog Orthopedic Specialists,
• Will Winkelman of Winkelman Architecture,
•  and Dr. Steven Goldstein of Casco Bay Eye Care.

The Dr. Lisa Radio Hour & Podcast airs weekly at 11 am on WLOB radio 1310 AM (Portland)/streaming online. Listen to the Podcast or click on the link below:

Vision: Dr. Lisa # 11

The show began with our "Deep Dish" foods segment, co-hosted by Maine Magazine wellness editor, Genevieve Morgan. Our conversation centered on the vision benefits of beta-carotene, as found in carrots. We also reviewed the health benefits of cruciferous vegetables.  Both can be found in our delicious Winter Confetti Slaw with Toasted Walnuts. Our locally grown carrots, cabbage and slaw ingredients are courtesy of Whole Foods Market (Portland). Click here for our Confetti Slaw recipe.

We gave many great sources for healthy recipes as well.  Be sure to give the "Deep Dish" segment a listen to learn more.

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This week on our "Wellness Innovations" segment, sponsored by the University of New England, we discussed new research describing how skin cells actually "see" the sun.

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The featured guest on today's show was Dr. John Herzog of Orthopedic Specialists. Dr. John Herzog is a third generation osteopathic orthopedic surgeon. His main focus is educating patients on the importance of healthy diet, exercise and clean air.

Dr. Herzog offers an array of conservative options to his patients, including platelet-rich plasma injections, osteopathic manipulation, ultrasound-guided injections and the evaluation of musculoskeletal injuries.

 

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Will Winkelman of Winkelman Architecture was our featured guest on our "Maine Magazine Minutes" segment with Maine Magazine wellness editor (and Dr. Lisa Radio Hour co-host) Genevieve Morgan.

Will Winkelman is a registered architect who has been practicing for 29 years and registered in Maine since 1989. In 2007, he established Winkelman Architecture in Portland, Me. His professional work has evolved over the years from a mix of commercial and residential to a practice focused solely on residential work. He has also nurtured an ongoing fascination with industrial design, creating ‘things’ when he can in his home shop.

Will's work, "Trollsatua" ("Troll's Den") was featured in a recent issue of Maine Home + Design (sister publication to Maine Magazine).

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As part of the Dr. Lisa Radio Hour we read our weekly quote from Our Daily Tread, the book created to support the organization Safe Passage. Our Daily Tread has raised more than $22,000 since 2008.

Dr. Lisa travelled to Guatemala during Thanksgiving week to get a firsthand look at this organization founded by her late friend and Bowdoin College classmate, Hanley Denning. Read more about her travels on the Bountiful Blog.

Want to help? Safe Passage is pleased to announce a holiday promotion of the book Our Daily Tread, edited by Dr. Lisa Belisle and featuring inspirational quotes, essays, photography and artwork by Safe Passage students.  From now through January 2, the regular retail price of $24.95 will be lowered to $18.99 to help share these motivating stories of how children can leave the Guatemala City garbage dump to achieve an education.  To enjoy this special promotion and support Safe Passage, please purchase the book online here

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Our "Give Back" segment featured Dr. Steven Goldstein of Casco Bay Eye Care. Dr. Goldstein has been practicing optometry since 1983, beginning as a chief of optometry and optometrist in the United States Army.

Casco Bay EyeCare participates in nine different local community-based
programs for which they offer free or reduced services, this includes free eye exams for people that are referred through community-based health clinics which screen patients based on income.

Local charities for whom they see patients include The Portland Community Free Clinic, Healthcare for the Homeless, Care Partners, Positive Healthcare, and programs at both Mercy Hospital and Maine Medical Center.  They also participate in InfantSee, and a national screening system for free eyecare run by the American Optometric Association called Vision USA.  As part of this program they see patients for the Portland Public Schools and Catholic Charities of Greater Portland. 

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Click here to read this week's featured Bountiful Blog post, "Dragon Stick."

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Support for the Dr. Lisa Radio Hour & Podcast  is graciously provided by Akari,  Maine magazine, Whole Foods Market (Portland), Tom Shepard from Hersey, Gardner, Shepard & Eaton/Ameriprise. Mike LePage & Beth Franklin from ReMax Heritage, Robin Hodgskin of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and Dr. John Herzog of Orthopedic Specialists.

                           

                  
                                                  

      

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The Dr. Lisa Radio Hour & Podcast Team includes:

Dr. Lisa Belisle, Co-House & Executive Producer,
Genevieve Morgan, Co-Host & Editorial Producer,
John McCain, Audio Producer, Provider of Original Music,
Chris Kast, Editorial Producer & Brand Strategist,
Marci Booth, Business Advisor,
Jane Pate, Assistant Producer,
Nathan Hankla, Website Advisor,
Kevin Thomas, Executive Producer.

The Dr. Lisa Radio Hour & Podcast studio is located at the offices of Maine Magazine, 75 State Street, Portland, Maine.

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Join us next Sunday, December 4 at 11 am for the next Dr. Lisa Radio Hour & Podcast on WLOB radio Portland 1310 AM/streaming online.  Guests will include clothing designer Jill McGowan, Alex Rheault of the Quimby Colony and Maine College of Art, and Sarah Armentrout of Carlisle Academy & Equest Therapeutic Riding Center.

Thank you for being part of our world!

Breathe (#9)

Living is breathing--but how well are you accomplishing this important task?  This week we discussed the importance of breathing in all areas of wellness. We conversed about clean air, public speaking, mindful living, and enjoyment of the outdoors. Of particular focus was the relevance of smoking to poor physical health: smoking is responsible for 21% of deaths world wide; 52% percent of preventable deaths are from lung cancer. Guests this week included...

• Dr. Dora Mills from the University of New England,
•  communications coach Seth Rigoletti,
•  Tom Doherty and Heather Petrlik from Camp Ketcha.

The Dr. Lisa Radio Hour & Podcast airs weekly at 11 am on WLOB radio 1310 AM (Portland)/streaming online. Listen to the Podcast or click on the link below:

 

Breathe: Dr. Lisa #9

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The show began with our regular weekly "Deep Dish" segment, co-hosted by Maine Magazine wellness editor, Genevieve Morgan. Our conversation began with a focus on locally grown root vegetables, including rutabagas, carrots, beets and celeriac (celery root), all courtesy of Whole Foods Market (Portland).  We also discussed "HeartMath," meditation, the relaxation response, and work done by Dr. Herbert Benson of Harvard University.

This week we welcomed the University of New England as the sponsor of our newest Dr. Lisa Radio Hour & Podcast segment, "Wellness Innovations." This segment will be our "take" on the latest research in the health and wellness world, and highlight important upcoming events.  This week we discussed the importance of smoking cessation, and the Great American Smokeout, which takes place on November 17. For more information on the Great American Smokeout, click here.

 

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The featured guest on today's show was Dr. Dora Anne Mills. Dora Anne Mills, MD, MPH, FAAP is the vice president for clinical affairs at the University of New England.

A pediatrician by training, Mills served as director of the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention for 15 years under Governors Angus King and John Baldacci. She is widely recognized for her public health accomplishments, including reducing Maine’s rate of tobacco use, teen pregnancy and childhood obesity. As Maine’s CDC director, she established numerous statewide partnerships with hospitals, agencies and schools, including Healthy Maine Partnerships, which provide public health programs on a local level. Dr. Mills received her medical degree from University of Vermont College of Medicine, and her Master of Public Health from Harvard University.

Dr. Mills spoke on the importance of air quality as it relates to lung health.  Of particular note was the impact of tobacco smoke on the lungs, and how to go about quitting tobacco/cigarettes.  the Great American Smokeout is one important resource for this, as is the Maine Tobacco HelpLine.  Call them at 1 800 207 1230 or click here for more information.  

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Seth Rigoletti was the featured guest on our "Maine Magazine Minutes" segment with Maine Magazine wellness editor (and Dr. Lisa Radio Hour co-host). As a communication coach, Seth has worked with politicians, engineers, scientists, executives and authors to teach them how to have greater presence, communicate in a clear fashion and deliver a more impactful message.  The focus of his work is on genuineness and resonance, helping clients to be more persuasive in their communication, feel more like themselves while doing it and reach more people with their message. Seth is the founder of the Valico Group.

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As part of the Dr. Lisa Radio Hour we read our weekly quote from Our Daily Tread, the book created to support the organization Safe Passage. Our Daily Tread has raised more than $22,000 since 2008.

Dr. Lisa will be traveling to Guatemala in November to visit with the children of Safe Passage (and her son, who is volunteering there this year). Stay tuned for more information on her upcoming adventures!

Want to help? Safe Passage is pleased to announce a holiday promotion of the book Our Daily Tread, edited by Dr. Lisa Belisle and featuring inspirational quotes, essays, photography and artwork by Safe Passage students.  From now through January 2, the regular retail price of $24.95 will be lowered to $18.99 to help share these motivating stories of how children can leave the Guatemala City garbage dump to achieve an education.  To enjoy this special promotion and support Safe Passage, please purchase the book online here

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Our "Give Back" segment featured Tom Doherty and Heather Petrlik from Camp Ketcha in Scarborough.

Tom is the Camp Ketcha Executive Director and Heather is a Camp Ketcha board member. Camp Ketcha is a year round non-profit organization serving the southern Maine community with programs in youth development, family enrichment and summer day camping. The 107 acres of meadows, forests, streams and wetlands at Camp Ketcha are essential to their mission, as they strive to get children, youth and families outdoors to appreciate what nature has to offer.

Camp Ketcha will hold their 5th Annual Fall Fundraiser, the "Martini Madness & Auction," on Saturday, November 19th 2011, from 7:00 pm-11:00 pm. For more information, click here.

 

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Click here to read this week's featured Bountiful Blog post, "Just Breathe."

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Support for the Dr. Lisa Radio Hour & Podcast  is graciously provided by Akari,  Maine magazine, Whole Foods Market (Portland), the University of New England, Tom Shepard from Hersey, Gardner, Shepard & Eaton/Ameriprise. Mike LePage & Beth Franklin from ReMax Heritage, Robin Hodgskin of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and Dr. John Herzog of Orthopedic Specialists.

                         

 

 

       

                      

 

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The Dr. Lisa Radio Hour & Podcast Team includes:

Dr. Lisa Belisle, Co-House & Executive Producer,
Genevieve Morgan, Co-Host & Editorial Producer,
John McCain, Audio Producer, Provider of Original Music,
Chris Kast, Editorial Producer & Brand Strategist,
Marci Booth, Business Advisor,
Jane Pate, Assistant Producer,
Nathan Hankla, Website Advisor,
Kevin Thomas, Executive Producer.

The Dr. Lisa Radio Hour & Podcast studio is located at the offices of Maine Magazine, 75 State Street, Portland, Maine.

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Join us next Sunday, November 20 at 11 am for the next Dr. Lisa Radio Hour & Podcast on WLOB radio Portland 1310 AM/streaming online.  Guests will include food and nutrition coach Kirsten Scarcelli, Ben Fowlie of the Camden International Film Festival, Jonathan Laurence of the REEL project, and Dr. Rick Small from the Good Shepherd Food Bank.

Thank you for being part of our world!

Hauntings (#7)

From healthy Halloween teeth to happy kitties, with a whole lot of ghosties in between! We discussed ways to approach  Halloween candy intake, how our "past lives" haunt us, and helping animals who are in need. Our guests included orthodontist Dr. Michelle Shems, psychotherapist & author Patricia Reis, visual artist & puppeteer Rebecca McNulty and Marcia Carr of HART.

The Dr. Lisa Radio Hour & Podcast airs weekly at 11 am on WLOB radio 1310 AM (Portland)/streaming online. Listen to the Podcast or click on the link below:

 

Hauntings: Dr. Lisa Radio Hour #7

 

Our show began with a food segment, co-hosted by Maine Magazine wellness editor, Genevieve Morgan. We highlighted "Healthy Halloween Treats," and kid-pleasing Halloween evening meal options, all courtesy of Whole Foods Market (Portland). We also spoke with Falmouth orthodontist Dr. Michelle Shems about keeping teeth healthy during the Halloween season (and beyond). Next week Dr. Shems will host her office's 9th annual Halloween candy buy-back.

Their office will donate $2 for every pound of candy that is brought in the office during the week of Halloween: one dollar to the child and the other to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Portland (up to 5 pounds per child). This program helps decrease the over consumption of eating candy, reduces breaking of braces and teaches children the beauty of giving back. According to Dr. Shems, "As a parent, it is a relief to have the ‘hard earned candy’ go somewhere other than their mouths."

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Our featured guest on today's show was psychotherapist & author Patricia Reis. Patricia Reis is the author of The Dreaming Way, Daughters of Saturn, and Through the Goddess, and creator/producer of Arctic Refuge Sutra. She has degrees from the University of Wisconsin in English Literature, an MFA from the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) in Sculpture (in the 1970s and 1980s Reis exhibited nationally and in the 1980s she worked as an illustrator for archaeologist Marija Gimbutas and others), and an MA from the Pacifica Graduate Institute in Depth Psychology. Holding positions as faculty, lecturer, and dissertation advisor, Reis has facilitated many artists and writers in bringing their work to fruition. Reis also appeared in the film “Signs Out of Time” (by Canadian film maker, Donna Read), a documentary on the life of Marija Gimbutas. She has a psychotherapy practice and is currently engaged in writing fiction.

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Rebecca McNulty, visual artist, storyteller and puppeteer, was our featured guest on our "Maine Magazine Minutes" segment with Maine Magazine wellness editor (and Dr. Lisa Radio Hour co-host) Genevieve Morgan. According to Rebecca, "My art has a curious way of twining itself into intricate stories. Drawing on myths, legends, and curious bits of history, I find the places of intersection between the old and the new. The works come alive in different ways. The Raven Scry Venture Company offers live roleplaying programs for young people that combine storytelling, sneaking, games, ciphers, puzzles and art into an experience of magic, mystery and mayhem. Raven Scrawl Studio offers intimate chamber theater works for adults that explore themes of chaos and order, light and darkness."

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As part of the Dr. Lisa Radio Hour we read our weekly quote from Our Daily Tread, the book created to support the organization Safe Passage. Our Daily Tread has raised more than $22,000 since 2008.

Dr. Lisa will be traveling to Guatemala in November to visit with the children of Safe Passage (and her son, who is volunteering there this year). Stay tuned for more information on her upcoming adventures!

Want to help? Safe Passage is pleased to announce a holiday promotion of the book Our Daily Tread, edited by Dr. Lisa Belisle and featuring inspirational quotes, essays, photography and artwork by Safe Passage students.  From now through January 2, the regular retail price of $24.95 will be lowered to $18.99 to help share these motivating stories of how children can leave the Guatemala City garbage dump to achieve an education.  To enjoy this special promotion and support Safe Passage, please purchase the book online here

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Our "Give Back" segment featured Marcia Carr of HART. Marcia has volunteered at HART for over 5 years. HART is a no-kill, all volunteer cat shelter & adoption center located in Cumberland. They have taken in 1,516 cats & kittens in the last two years, and helped 1,433 find new homes. Their normal cat population is 125 cats at the shelter and up to 100 kittens in foster homes.

HART has recently started an adult foster home program, matching senior cats with senior people.

On November 12, HART will host their Annual Litterbox Auction, featuring 300 to 400 items of all types. Last year they made $27,000. For more information, click here.

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Click here to read this week's featured Bountiful Blog post.

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Support for the Dr. Lisa Radio Hour & Podcast  is graciously provided by Akari,  Maine magazine, Whole Foods Market (Portland), Tom Shepard from Hersey, Gardner, Shepard & Eaton/Ameriprise. Mike LePage & Beth Franklin from ReMax Heritage, Robin Hodgskin of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and Dr. John Herzog of Orthopedic Specialists.

                           

                  
                                                  

      

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Join us next Sunday, November 6 at 11 am for the next Dr. Lisa Radio Hour & Podcast on WLOB radio Portland 1310 AM/streaming online.  Guests will include Major General John W. Libby of the Maine National Guard, local musician Spencer Albee, and Carlin Whitehouse & Lauren Snead from the Maine League of Young Voters.

Thank you for being part of our world!

Light (#6)

Ready to let in the light? This week we talked about the "Lightness of Being," as made possible by Qigong, spending time in the great Maine outdoors and having a little fun for charity's sake.  Our guests included  Stephen Anderson of The Body Architect, David Herring of Maine Huts & Trails and Scott Manthorne of the Ski Boot & Stiletto Challenge. 

The Dr. Lisa Radio Hour & Podcast airs weekly at 11 am on WLOB radio 1310 AM (Portland)/streaming online. Listen to the Podcast or click on the link below:

 

Light: Dr. Lisa #6

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Our show began with a food segment, co-hosted by Maine Magazine wellness editor, Genevieve Morgan. We highlighted locally grown red bok choy, cruciferous vegetables and immune boosting food such as mushrooms, all courtesy of Whole Foods Market (Portland). We also gave a few non-medicinal cold season tips. Click here to learn more.

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  Our featured guest on today's show was Stephen Anderson of The Body Architect in Portland. Stephen has a BS in physical education and health and an MS, CAS in Psychophysical Movement (a unique discipline that combines psychology and exercise science), both from Springfield College. Steve spent three years at the Fisher Island School, where he wore numerous hats (including that of Athletic Director, Department Head of Physical Education, Department Head of Health, and Coach). In 1985 he moved to Portland, and worked as the city's wellness coordinator for seven years. In 1992 he became a personal trainer and worked out of a local health club. Anderson opened The Body Architect personal training center in 1997. And in 2004 he created The Body Architect fitness center, his ideal facility for helping others reach peak health and fitness. “I consider what I teach to be a practice, like yoga or qi gong. It’s actually a synthesis of many Eastern and Western practices. The environment needs to be compatible to the practice. In the new Body Architect my goal was to create a space that fosters and nurtures my clients’ practice.”

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David Herring of Maine Huts & Trails was our featured guest in our "Maine Magazine Minutes" segment with Maine Magazine wellness editor (and Dr. Lisa Radio Hour co-host) Genevieve Morgan. Over the last five years, Maine Huts & Trails has built and opened three backcountry lodges and more than fifty miles of non-motorized trails for free, year-round use by the public.  Nearly 10,000 people have visited the huts and trails since Poplar Stream Falls opened in 2008.  Visitors have travelled from more than 25 states and several countries to see what Outside magazine, Boston Globe, Washington Post and others have touted as a fantastic, new resource for people of all ages to take part in healthy, outdoor recreation. Dave Herring is the organization's first Executive Director and has served in that capacity since 2005.

Maine Huts & Trails will be featured in the November/December issue of Maine magazine.

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Our Give Back Segment Featured Scott Manthorne of the Ski Boot & Stiletto Challenge. This unique fund-raiser has become an Annual event. Each year, they choose local charities to benefit. Their goal is to promote each charity, bring the community closer, and have fun in doing so! This year's charities include the Lift Up Foundation, Fight PLGA, and Stepping Stones, a program of MAPS.

Last Kid Picked is their featured post-race band this year.

 

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As part of the Dr. Lisa Radio Hour we also gave a quote from Our Daily Tread, the book created to support the organization Safe Passage, and read a Bountiful Blog post.

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Support for the Dr. Lisa Radio Hour and podcast is graciously provided by Akari,  Maine magazine, Whole Foods Market (Portland), Tom Shepard from Hersey, Gardner, Shepard & Eaton/Ameriprise. Mike LePage & Beth Franklin from ReMax Heritage,  and Robin Hodgskin of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney (Portland).

This week we welcome Dr. John Herzog of Orthopedic Specialists in Falmouth as our newest sponsor. Dr. John will also be a guest on an upcoming show. Thank you, Dr. John!

                           

                  
                                                  

      

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Join us next Sunday, October 30 at 11 am for the next Dr. Lisa Radio Hour on WLOB radio Portland 1310 AM/streaming online. Our theme will be "Ghosts & Hauntings" as discussed with orthodontist Dr. Michelle Shems, psychotherapist & author Patricia Reis, visual artist & puppeteer Rebecca McNulty and Marcia Carr of HART. From healthy Halloween teeth to happy kitties, with a whole lot of ghosties thrown in!

Thank you for being part of our world!

Replenish (#4)

Are you so tired that you can't sleep? This is a common problem among "overextended" individuals--but there are solutions.  Learn how to nurture yourself through letting go, eating well and adding a few simple daily practices into your life. Also learn how you can help children create a foundation for wellness. The theme of this show is Replenish, and this week's guests included Women to Women co-founder and author Marcelle Pick, Charlotte Clews Lawther of Wild Open Heart Yoga and Melissa Cilley of the Susan L. Curtis Foundation.

Our show airs weekly at 11 am on WLOB radio 1310 AM (Portland)/streaming online. Listen to the Podcast or click on the link below:

Replenish: Dr. Lisa #4

The show began with our "Food & Sustenance" segment, co-hosted by Genevieve Morgan. We highlighted greens from Locally Known, grown near Merrymeeting Bay, courtesy of Whole Foods Market (Portland).

As part of this segment, we discussed the ANDI score,  and the healing properties of kale, arugula and spinach according to Traditional Chinese Medicine.

We also described our recipe for "Cider-Wilted Greens" (made with organic cider from Ricker Hill Farms in Auburn)...

Cider-Wilted Greens

• 2 TBSP extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 medium red onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 2 cups each rinsed baby kale, arugula & baby spinach
• 1/4 cup cider
• 6 cocktail/2 medium tomatoes, chopped
• salt and pepper

Drizzle oil into a medium lidded saucepan, over medium-low heat. Saute onions and garlic until translucent (approximately five minutes). Add red pepper. Saute until tender. Add greens and cider. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt. Stir gently. Place lid on the saucepan and allow greens to "wilt" for 3-5 minutes.  Fold in tomatoes and cook until just heated through.  Season with salt and pepper. Serve over brown rice, or with a sprinkle of toasted sunflower seeds.

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Featured Guest

Marcelle Pick co-founded Women to Women in 1983, with a vision to change the way in which women’s healthcare is delivered. 
Marcelle earned a BS in Nursing from the University of New Hampshire School of Nursing, a BA in Psychology from the University of New Hampshire, and her MS in Nursing from Boston College-Harvard Medical School. She is certified as an OB/GYN Nurse Practitioner and a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner. Marcelle serves on the Advisory Board for the Integrated Healthcare Symposium, as well as the renowned Hoffman Institute and lectures on a variety of topics — including weight loss resistance, infertility, stress and illness, and adrenal dysfunction.  She hosts a weekly radio show, Core Balance for Women’s Health on hayhouseradio.com. Marcelle published her first book, The Core Balance Diet, in 2009 and her second book, Are You Tired and Wired? earlier this year.

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Maine Magazine Minutes with Maine Magazine wellness editor (and Dr. Lisa Radio Hour co-host) Genevieve Morgan

Charlotte Clews is a beloved certified Anusara Yoga Teacher living and practicing in Blue Hill. She is the creator of Wild Open Heart Yoga, a physical and spiritual practice that combines yoga, ancient Ayurvedic practices and wilderness immersion. Charlotte holds an M.S. in Botany, RYT 500hr, and is a naturalist, educator, barefoot runner and mother. In 2004 she began studying with John Friend, the founder of Anusara Yoga and became a certified Anusara Yoga Teacher in 2010. Charlotte teaches Ayurveda diet and lifestyle skills from a fresh LIVING perspective. She began her study of diet, nutrition and Ayurveda at Naropa University in 2000. She is excited to be part of a growing group of rebellious yogis who are updating the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda with a modern passion for fresh, local, living foods!

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Give Back

Melissa Cilley is the Executive Director of the Susan L. Curtis Foundation. The Susan L. Curtis Foundation and Camp Susan Curtis have been providing life-changing summer programming for some of Maine’s neediest boys and girls since 1974.  Still committed to its original mission to build the character, self-confidence and self-esteem of around 500 disadvantaged children and youth each summer through the provision of tuition-free, high quality camping, educational and social experiences, Camp Susan Curtis is so much more than “just a summer camp.”  At Camp Susan Curtis, campers participate in a strengths-based, experiential curriculum tied to the Maine Learning Results and designed to minimize summer learning loss, teach and enhance critical life skills, and develop key assets aimed at leveling the playing field for this vulnerable population.   There’s no doubt that Camp Susan Curtis campers build wonderful memories; they also build the framework that allows them to reverse the generational cycle of poverty and take ownership of their lives, their communities and their futures.

Susan Curtis Foundation staff must raise approximately 80% of our budget – including camper tuitions -- through fundraising.  This year, they will hold their first annual “Fall Foliage Fun Ride” on Sunday, October 16 beginning at 8:00 a.m. in the Northport Business Complex at the corner of Allen Avenue and Washington Avenue in Portland.  Riders can choose between a 50 mile ride and a 15 mile ride.  To register, or for more information, click here.

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As part of the Dr. Lisa Radio Hour we also gave our weekly quote from Our Daily Tread, the book created to support the organization Safe Passage, and read a Bountiful Blog post about "Replenishing."

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Support for the Dr. Lisa Radio Hour and podcast is graciously provided by Akari,  Maine magazine, Whole Foods Market (Portland), Tom Shepard from Hersey, Gardner, Shepard & Eaton/Ameriprise. Mike LePage & Beth Franklin from ReMax Heritage,  and Robin Hodgskin of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney (Portland).

                              

                

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Join us next Sunday, October 16 at 11 am for the next Dr. Lisa Radio Hour on WLOB radio Portland 1310 AM/streaming online. Our theme will be "Glow," and guests will include

• Akari Medi-Spa Director Eliza Harris and Aesthetician Christina Sterling,
• Lisa Brodar, founder of Portland General Store, and
• Barbara Gulino who will discuss the charitable efforts of Whole Foods Market (Portland).

Listen to last week's Courage & Resilience show here, or via Podcast.

Thank you for being part of our world!

Courage & Resilience (#3)

How do we stay strong in the face of adversity? Studies have shown that flexibility has a significant impact on our ability to be resilient. In recognition of this, and in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the theme of this show is Courage & Resilience. This week's guests included Mercy Hospital breast surgeon Dr. Melinda Molin, breast cancer survivor, mother and athlete Sharon Leddy-Smart, Julie Jordan Marchese of the Maine Cancer Foundation's Tri for a Cure and Certified Rolfer Gary Gurney of Wildwood Medicine. 

Our show airs weekly at 11 am on WLOB radio 1310 AM (Portland)/streaming online. Listen to the Podcast or click on the link below:

Courage: Dr. Lisa #3

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Our show began with a food segment, co-hosted by Maine Magazine wellness editor, Genevieve Morgan. We highlighted locally grown bullhorn & green peppers from Checkerberry Farm in Parkman, as well as a locally grown mini watermelon, all courtesy of Whole Foods Market (Portland).

As part of this segment, we discussed the Environmental Working Group's "Dirty Dozen," and how to work towards a predominantly plant-based diet through menu choices such as vegetarian chili.

 

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Dr. Melinda Molin was recently recognized as a Great Woman of Maine for her pioneering work in improving breast care treatment statewide.

A dedicated breast surgeon since 1996, Dr. Melinda Molin completed advanced fellowship training in critical care at Hartford Hospital and in trauma surgery at the University of California, San Diego Medical Center. Her general surgery training was completed at SUNY Downstate Medical Center in Brooklyn. She is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and Brown University. Dr. Molin is the author of several publications relating to trauma and to breast cancer treatment and is a sought-after speaker for numerous presentations relating to the treatment of breast cancer.

Sharon Leddy-Smart is a woman who lives a full, happy life as a wife and mother of 5. Working full-time, she still manages to train for triathlons and stay connected to good friends.

Sharon is also a breast cancer survivor.

Diagnosed in July 2009, two days before her twins 4th birthday and only 2 weeks before the Tri for a Cure, she didn’t let the daunting news hold her back from participating or celebrating with her family. The following year’s Tri for a Cure came quickly after a year filled with a bi-lateral mastectomy, chemotherapy, radiation therapy and reconstructive surgeries. Physically unprepared for the challenge, she was determined more than ever to cross the finish line – this time as a
survivor. She had taught herself and her children that even with setbacks we can overcome whatever obstacles life presents to us. We just have to be willing to fight.

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Gary Gurney was our featured guest in our "Maine Magazine Minutes" segment with Maine Magazine wellness editor (and Dr. Lisa Radio Hour co-host) Genevieve Morgan. Gary Gurney is a Certified Rolfer™ who practices at Wildwood Medicine in Portland, Maine. Since 1998 Gary has been dedicated to helping people find natural ways to feel great and live more fully.  Many of his clients have found that Rolfing gives results that go far beyond the usual deep tissue massage and other forms of bodywork.  His passion is to help people find lasting relief from pain, discover greater mobility and increase their sense of physical vitality. He was featured in the July 2011 issue of Maine magazine.

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As part of our "Give Back" segment, Julie Jordan Marchese discussed her work with Maine's  Tri for a Cure. Julie is a breast cancer survivor, mother, athlete and owner of "Inspired Events."

She is also the founder of Tri for a Cure.

The Maine Cancer Foundation’s 4th Annual Tri for a Cure took place Sunday, July 31, 2011. The event raised over $1,000,000 for cancer research, education and patient support programs across the state, making it the most successful event in the Maine Cancer Foundation’s history.

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As part of the Dr. Lisa Radio Hour we also gave a quote from Our Daily Tread, the book created to support the organization Safe Passage, and read a Bountiful Blog post.

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Support for the Dr. Lisa Radio Hour and podcast, is graciously provided by Akari,  Maine magazine, Whole Foods Market (Portland), Tom Shepard from Hersey, Gardner, Shepard & Eaton/Ameriprise. Mike LePage & Beth Franklin from ReMax Heritage,  and Robin Hodgskin of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney (Portland).

                              

                

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Join us next Sunday, October 9 at 11 am for the next Dr. Lisa Radio Hour on WLOB radio Portland 1310 AM/streaming online. Our theme will be "Replenish," and guests will include Women to Women co-founder and author Marcelle Pick, Charlotte Clews Lawther of Wild Open Heart Yoga and Melissa Cilley of the Susan Curtis Foundation.

Listen to last week's Harvest show here or via Podcast.

Thank you for being part of our world!

Harvest (#2)

How do childhood events impact the health of an individual--or a community? How can we best "reap what we sow" when it comes to nutrition? All this and more on our autumn-themed "Harvest" show.

This week's guests included Julie Alfred Sullivan, Public Health Director for the City of Portland (Maine), Dr. Richard Maurer of Coastal Naturopathic Center and Mark Swann of Preble Street in Downtown Portland.

Our show airs weekly at 11 am on WLOB radio 1310 AM (Portland)/streaming online. Listen to the Podcast or click on the link below:

Harvest: Dr. Lisa #2

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Today's food segment focused on the health benefits of tomatoes, blueberries and peppers. Our Maine-grown offerings included

• Tomatoes from Backyard Farms in Madison,

• Wild Blueberries via Stoneset Farm in Brooklin, and

• Red Rocket Peppers from Little River Farm in Buxton,

all courtesy of Whole Foods Market (Portland). 

We also discussed how drinking coffee can decrease one's risk of diabetes, and gave a nod to one of favorite local haunts: Bard Coffee in Portland's Old Port.

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How do "Adverse Childhood Events" (ACEs) impact our children and our society? Our conversation with Julie Sullivan touched upon this topic, as well as the wide range of services offered by the City of Portland. We also discussed how 'public health' is defined, and how it has far-reaching implications on individuals and communities.

Julie Alfred Sullivan is currently the Public Health Director for the City of Portland, overseeing a nearly $6 million budget with more than 100 staff in five program areas. Under her leadership, the health department doubled grant revenues while decreasing general fund reliance by 15%. The department was awarded numerous new grants, including a new Federally Qualified Health Center, demonstration projects in obesity prevention and physical activity expansion, Public Health Accreditation, and children exposed to violence. The department also greatly expanded its immunization services, research and data capacity, and infrastructure-building leadership in the region. Previously, she was Health Promotion Program Manager and started the city’s first minority health and community health outreach worker initiatives.

Before moving to Maine, Ms. Sullivan served as Project Director for a $3.3 million Department of Justice demonstration grant for children exposed to violence at the Chicago Department of Public Health, and as a Senior Consultant with KPMG Peat Marwick’s health care strategy practice. She also helped start Public Allies Chicago, an AmeriCorps demonstration project, with now-First Lady Michelle Obama. Ms. Sullivan earned MBA and MPH degrees from the University of Illinois at Chicago, and a BA in History from Northwestern University.

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Dr.  Richard Maurer was our featured guest in our "Maine Magazine Minutes" segment with Maine Magazine wellness editor (and Dr. Lisa Radio Hour co-host) Genevieve Morgan. This segment focused on the importance of personalizing nutrition recommendations to meet the needs of an individual, as well as why eating locally--and seasonally--is as much a health as a social choice.

Dr. Maurer earned his Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine from the National College of Naturopathic Medicine in 1994. Dr. Maurer also holds a Bachelor’s in Music and pre-med from Temple University in Philadelphia. He supervises medical residents for the Maine Medical Center CAM residency/fellowship and he is adjunct faculty at University of Southern Maine. He has practiced naturopathic medicine in Maine since 1994.

Dr. Maurer specializes in the physiologic basis of disease. Through effective diagnosis and treatment he addresses weight issues, thyroid problems, anemia, pre-/diabetes, digestive diseases and food allergies. He
applies the FatBack Diet Principles for many conditions, including ADD and autism.

Dr. Maurer is a member of the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians, the Maine Association of Naturopathic Doctors and is an active member of Slow Food and the Weston Price Foundation. He lectures regularly, has authored numerous health-related articles, compiles a quarterly newsletter and is in the process of writing a book on the FatBack Diet. He is available for teaching and lecturing on natural therapies. He practices at Coastal Naturopathic Center in Falmouth, Maine.

Dr. Maurer was featured in the September 2011 issue of Maine magazine.

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How many free meals does Preble Street serve daily across the City of Portland? More than you think. They also offer a surprising number of other social and educational services. These topics and more were covered in our conversation with Mark Swann.

Mark Swann has been the Executive Director of Preble Street since 1991 and has overseen significant growth and expansion of the agency and its mission in that time: from a small soup kitchen with two employees in the basement of an old church to a multi-site, comprehensive social service agency for homeless and low-income individuals and families. Besides the original Resource Center, Preble Street now operates the Lighthouse Shelter, the Teen Center, Logan Place, Unity Village and Florence House with 170 employees and 5000 volunteers. In the fall of 2009, Preble Street created the Maine Hunger Initiative, combining direct service, community organizing and advocacy in an effort to end hunger in Maine. Preble Street has won several awards and national recognition for its dual efforts of providing basic, street-level services while also advocating for and building sustainable solutions to end homelessness and hunger.

Previous to his work in Maine, Mark was the Director of Social Services at the International Institute of Boston, a refugee resettlement agency. Mark has a BA from Bowdoin College (1984) and a Master’s of Science in Public Affairs from UMASS Boston (1989). He lives in Portland, Maine with his wife and three children, is a volunteer basketball coach with the Portland Recreation Department and has served on the several local Boards, including Spring Harbor Hospital, York-Cumberland Housing, The Board Network, the Immigration and Legal Advocacy Project, and the Center for Prevention of Hate Violence.

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As part of the Dr. Lisa Radio Hour we quoted from Our Daily Tread, the book created in conjunction with Islandport Press to support the organization Safe Passage.

We also read a Bountiful Blog post on the theme of "Harvest."

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Meet the man behind the voice...

Wondering whose wonderfully soothing voice is responsible for our sponsor mentions?  That would be our own John McCain, sound engineer and local musician. Learn more about John here. The Dr. Lisa Radio Hour and podcast also features excerpts from John's original compositions.

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Support for the Dr. Lisa Radio Hour and podcast is graciously provided by Akari,  Maine magazine, Whole Foods Market (Portland), Tom Shepard from Hersey, Gardner, Shepard & Eaton/Ameriprise. Mike LePage & Beth Franklin from ReMax Heritage,  and Robin Hodgskin of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney (Portland).

                   

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Join us next Sunday, October 2 at 11 am for the next Dr. Lisa Radio Hour on WLOB radio Portland 1310 AM/streaming online. Our theme will be "Courage," in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Guests will include surgeon Dr. Melinda Molin, breast cancer survivor, mother and athlete Sharon Leddy-Smart, Julie Jordan Marchese of the Maine Cancer Foundation's Tri for a Cure and Certified Rolfer Gary Gurney of Wildwood Medicine.

Listen to our "Beginnings" show via Podcast.

Let us know what you think about our program by leaving a comment below, contacting us via our Dr. Lisa Facebook page or sending an email to info@drlisabelisle.com.