Mind, Body, and Wallet®

Nichole Mayer, Wealth Management Advisor at WestPac Wealth Partners, joins the show to explore why getting involved in your finances earlier can change everything later. Drawing on real‑life experiences, Nichole shares what happens when people wait — and how shared financial responsibility can make life’s biggest transitions more manageable. It’s a practical conversation about starting now, staying engaged, and planning as a family before the stakes are high.

Feeling steadier with your money starts with understanding your cash flow. In this Financial Literacy Month episode, Financial Advisor, Neal Brincefield, shares simple, supportive habits that can help you save in ways that fit real life. You’ll hear practical ideas designed to help you feel more prepared and confident — one small step at a time.

Raising a child with special needs brings love, stress, and financial decisions that can feel overwhelming. In this episode, Annette Hammortree, Owner of Hammortree Financial Services, shares how families can think clearly about money while navigating daily care, emotional strain, and long‑term planning. Listeners will come away with practical ways to prioritize, avoid common missteps, and build a plan that supports both today and the future. 

When the world feels loud, fast, and full of change, it can be hard to stay centered. In this episode, we sit down with Rachel Cherrick, a licensed clinical social worker from Spring Health, to explore how to find your own sense of safety — even when the news cycle or political climate feels overwhelming. Rachel shares simple, practical tools you can use to stay steady, set healthy limits, and support your mental well‑being at home and at work.

Financial advisor and author, Ande Frazier, joins Mind, Body, and Wallet® to share practical money guidance for women who want more confidence and control over their finances. Drawing on decades of experience helping women navigate budgeting, investing, and long-term planning, Ande breaks down complex topics in clear, relatable ways. This conversation explores common money myths, real-life financial challenges, and the small, smart steps that can help build financial strength over time.

Mid-life is a time of transformation — personally and professionally. In this episode, Dr. Javine McLaughlin, Vice President of Clinical Operations at Carrot, joins us to discuss how menopause intersects with career journeys, reshaping what it means to thrive at work and at home. We dig into the realities women face, the myths that persist, and how open conversations, supportive workplaces, and self-care can empower women to navigate this pivotal stage with confidence and purpose. 

Dental benefits can do more than cover cleanings — they can help your family build habits that stick. In this episode, we talk about kids’ and teens’ oral health with Nicole Zemcik, a Dental Network Recruiter at Guardian. We’ll cover what preventive visits can catch early, how good oral health supports confidence and school-life routines, and simple ways parents can use their benefits to find the right dentist and stay on track.

Seasonal Affective Disorder affects millions of people each year — especially as the days get shorter and sunlight becomes scarce. In this episode, we sit down with Monica Elliott, Director of Clinical Training & Programming at Spring Health, to talk about why seasonal mood changes happen and how they show up in daily life. She shares simple ways to spot the signs, support yourself, and create healthier routines during the darker months. You’ll also hear how workplaces can play a role in helping employees feel supported and stay connected — even when winter feels heavy.