Connected With Mika Bradford Podcast

In this episode of CONNECTED with Mika we're discussing: While dietary supplements and herbs have many significant health benefits, all products are not created equal. Many active ingredients are destroyed and not absorbed after consumption. In this episode, Mika interviews the award-winning chemist, Dr. Emek Blair as he explains how his Cellg8 patented liposomal delivery technology is raising the bar to transform the way dietary and medicinal products are produced and the rate at which they are absorbed. Dr. Blair shares with us how he has applied this technology to the world of CBD using a solventless, CO2 extraction producing a full spectrum CBD product taken from the ariel parts of the Hemp plant.   Dr. Emek Blair is the founder and developer of CELLg8®, a patented all-natural liposomal manufacturing process which more plainly spoken is a nutrient delivery system that has been shown to dramatically increase absorption of most vitamins, minerals, herbs, and cannabinoids. CELLg8 technology has been shown

In this episode of CONNECTED with Mika we're discussing: While dietary supplements and herbs have many significant health benefits, all products are not created equal. Many active ingredients are destroyed and not absorbed after consumption. In this episode, Mika interviews the award-winning chemist, Dr. Emek Blair as he explains how his Cellg8 patented liposomal delivery technology is raising the bar to transform the way dietary and medicinal products are produced and the rate at which they are absorbed. Dr. Blair shares with us how he has applied this technology to the world of CBD using a solventless, CO2 extraction producing a full spectrum CBD product taken from the ariel parts of the Hemp plant.   Dr. Emek Blair is the founder and developer of CELLg8®, a patented all-natural liposomal manufacturing process which more plainly spoken is a nutrient delivery system that has been shown to dramatically increase absorption of most vitamins, minerals, herbs, and cannabinoids. CELLg8 technology has been shown

In this episode of CONNECTED with Mika we're discussing: The Wahls Protocol, A Radical New Way to Treat All Chronic Autoimmune Conditions Using Paleo Principles, with Wahls practitioner Tami Fraser.  In this episode, Tami takes us on a journey through her family's trials and tribulations they encountered when seeking medical treatment for numerous health conditions, diagnoses, and abnormal lab test results. With a diminishing, quality of life, she shares how the Wahls Protocol transformed her health and that of her son primarily through dietary changes. If you or a loved one is suffering from chronic health issues that you can't seem to get control of no matter what physician you've seen or the medications you've tried, then maybe the Wahls Protocol is for you! Listen to Tami's amazing story as she shares her simple truth of how she traded hours of many therapies and medications for time in her kitchen, transforming her family's health through diet. To learn more about the Wahls Protocol or to find Tami or pr

In this episode of CONNECTED with Mika we’re discussing:   Looking beyond your current circumstances, knowing everything changes and that relief is just beyond the horizon of another day and that maybe you just "Haven't Seen It Yet"!  These times of uncertainty are difficult for even the most optimistic of people. It's times like these that holding on to hope and believing you'll make it through these circumstances often requires deliberate thinking, a choice in what and who we will focus on. We all need motivation and encouragement, the question is where do we go when we feel empty, how do we pull our selves up when no one is there to cheer you on or speak words of affirmation and encouragement over you? For me, it's deliberately immersing my mind, heart, and soul into music that gives, life and hope. We all love a good ending to a dramatic movie that has us sitting on the edge of our seats and for me, the victory is hearing an anthem of overcoming, surviving and moving beyond adversity. No matter where you

In this episode of CONNECTED with Mika: Navigating Through the Ins and Outs of Special Needs Trust Planning – (Part Two) Don’t let what you don’t know about special needs trusts, derail your loved one’s financial future. In this two-part series, Mika speaks with Haley D. Greer, J.D., The Arc of Texas’s Director of The Master Pooled Trust. In the first episode we discuss why a person with disabilities will most likely need a Special Needs Trust, how many types of trust are there and which one to use. Founded in 1950 by a group of parents of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities, The Arc of Texas has been instrumental in the creation of virtually every program, service, right, and benefit that is now available to more than half a million Texans with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Today, The Arc of Texas continues to advocate for the human rights and self-determination of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in all aspects of society. One of the services The A

In this episode of CONNECTED with Mika: Navigating Through the Ins and Outs of Special Needs Trust Planning – Part One Don’t let what you don’t know about special needs trusts, derail your loved one’s financial future. In this two-part series, Mika speaks with Haley D. Greer, J.D., The Arc of Texas’s Director of The Master Pooled Trust. In the first episode we discuss why a person with disabilities will most likely need a Special Needs Trust, how many types of trust are there and which one to use. Founded in 1950 by a group of parents of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities, The Arc of Texas has been instrumental in the creation of virtually every program, service, right, and benefit that is now available to more than half a million Texans with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Today, The Arc of Texas continues to advocate for the human rights and self-determination of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in all aspects of society. One of the services The Arc

In this episode of CONNECTED with Mika we’re discussing: The fact that "life happens" and how important is being prepared.  As we've heard throughout our lives that your attitude is everything, but are you adaptable to the constant changes?  Be sure to follow our Podcast By signing up at connectedwithmika.com and receive our monthly newsletter to learn what hot topics we will be discussing and the featured guest we have scheduled. Join in the Conversation Our favorite part of recording our podcast each week is participating in the great conversations with you that happen on our live chat, on social media, and in our comments section. Regardless of what information your seeking as long as the world keeps spinning science and technology will continue to expand. A closed door today may be the gateway to a new beginning tomorrow.  If you are a new listener to Connected with Mika Bradford, we would love to hear from you.  Please visit our Contact Page and let us know how we can help you today! Also, listen on our

In this episode of CONNECTED with Mika Bradford we’re discussing: Acts of Kindness she has encountered over the last few months and how each of us has the ability to change lives through the simplest interactions we have with one another, no matter how big or small. You matter and your life can make a difference in the lives of others! Whether you are the giver or receiver, Acts of Kindness can change more than minutes in the day, it can change the course of an entire lifetime.   Be sure to follow our Podcast By signing up at connectedmikabradford.com and receive our monthly newsletter to learn what hot topics we will be discussing and the featured guest we have scheduled. Join in the Conversation Our favorite part of recording our podcast each week is participating in the great conversations with you that happen on our live chat, on social media, and in our comments section. Regardless of what information your seeking as long as the world keeps spinning science and technology will continue to expand. A clos

In this episode of CONNECTED with Mika Bradford we’re discussing: In this episode Mika interviews Shelley Hendrix-McLaughlin, a mother, business professional and autism advocate.Shelley shares her story of how Liam, her son, was diagnosed with autism at the age of two in 1998, then being told his future looked bleak at best. Since that diagnosis, Shelley has become a leader in the autism community, organizing grassroots rallies across the country and teaching autism community members how to get involved in positive policy change. Hear Liams story of victory in overcoming significant odds, how he graduated high school, became and Eagle Scout and ultimately secured employment and has worked for McDonalds since 2012 and is saving his money to open his own bakery one day.Shelley served as the National Director of Grassroots Development for Autism Speaks for 9 years, Shelley directed grassroots engagement and strategy, contributing to the passage of over 90 laws in 46 states to help people with autism access medic

In this episode of CONNECTED with Mika Bradford we’re discussing: This 7 minute reality check discusses how starting a new year off can be overwhelming to deal with and discuss when your to-do list seems to carry over in full force from unexpected events from the year before. Be sure to follow our Podcast By signing up at connectedmikabradford.com and receive our monthly newsletter to learn what hot topics we will be discussing and the featured guest we have scheduled. Join in the Conversation Our favorite part of recording our podcast each week is participating in the great conversations with you that happen on our live chat, on social media, and in our comments section. Regardless of what information your seeking as long as the world keeps spinning science and technology will continue to expand. A closed door today may be the gateway to a new beginning tomorrow.  If you are a new listener to Connected with Mika Bradford, we would love to hear from you.  Please visit our Contact Page and let us know how we c

In this part 2 episode of CONNECTED with Mika Bradford we’re discussing: Chronic illness, finding answers when you've been told there's nothing more you can do and it's all in your head... If you or a loved one have struggled with chronic health conditions and time after time have been left without answers, diagnosis or the support and encouragement to continue looking for solutions, this episode is for you!  #hope #believe #chronicpain #survivor #opioids #addiction #nevergiveup #depression Listen now to hear Tonja Alexanders miraculous journey as she shares the struggles she encountered when looking for solutions and answers to her numerous chronic pain and autoimmune conditions that led her to seek out traditional and” alternative" health interventions.  In this episode of the two-part series, we hear how Tonja's health conditions and treatments led her to be over-medicated, struggling with the physical addiction to opioids and the loss of a marriage that spanned two decades. Tonja shares how her faith in G

In this episode of CONNECTED with Mika Bradford we’re discussing: Chronic illness, finding answers when you've been told there's nothing more you can do and it's all in your head... If you or a loved one have struggled with chronic health conditions and time after time have been left without answers, diagnosis or the support and encouragement to continue looking for solutions, this episode is for you!  #hope #believe #chronicpain #survivor #opioids #addiction #nevergiveup #depression Listen now to hear Tonja Alexanders miraculous journey as she shares the struggles she encountered when looking for solutions and answers to her numerous chronic pain and autoimmune conditions that led her to seek out traditional and” alternative" health interventions.  In this episode of the two-part series, we hear how Tonja's health conditions and treatments led her to be over-medicated, struggling with the physical addiction to opioids and the loss of a marriage that spanned two decades. Tonja shares how her faith in God enab

In this episode of CONNECTED with Mika Bradford we’re discussing: This weeks 7minute Reality Check, "In the BLINK of an eye on 635" is a reminder to stay focused on hope family and friends during this holiday season when so many of us are rushing through our end of the year to-do lists.    Hear how Mika experienced an unexpected car accident and it was a strong reminder to let hop and joy be the momentum to dealing with overwhelming lists and life's struggles while focusing on the gift of having each day we are given in life.    #hopenotfear #thankful #AAC #holidays #autism #onedayatatime    Be sure to follow our Podcast By signing up at connectedmikabradford.com and receive our monthly newsletter to learn what hot topics we will be discussing and the featured guest we have scheduled. Join in the Conversation Our favorite part of recording our podcast each week is participating in the great conversations with you that happen on our live chat, on social media, and in our comments section. Regardless of what i

In this episode of CONNECTED with Mika Bradford we’re discussing: The 7-minute Reality Check is a new segment on Connected with Mika Bradford that features real life scenarios of hitting the highs and lows of life, sharing the good, great, bad and ugly. #reallife #realitycheck #hope #bettertomorrow In this episode Mika shares how a few minor changes in routine medical procedures for her son significantly altered the days expected outcomes.   Be sure to follow our Podcast By signing up at connectedmikabradford.com and receive our monthly newsletter to learn what hot topics we will be discussing and the featured guest we have scheduled. Join in the Conversation Our favorite part of recording our podcast each week is participating in the great conversations with you that happen on our live chat, on social media, and in our comments section. Regardless of what information your seeking as long as the world keeps spinning science and technology will continue to expand. A closed door today may be the gateway to a ne

In this episode of CONNECTED with Mika Bradford we’re discussing: If you work with or have a loved one who has struggled with their ability to express their wants, needs and feeling, you don’t want to miss this three part series as Mika speaks with Dr. Deann O’Lenick, PhD, CCC/SLP, MBA, having her introduce you to game changing technology that uses new techniques in teaching Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) strategies. These strategies and technological advancements through new apps will change the way you think of AAC devices, voice out put systems and who could benefit from these tools, regardless of what their diagnosis is or how their communication became impaired. This has the potential to equip individuals with the opportunity to learn how to express themselves at a rate we have not seen before. Deann O’Lenick, PhD, CCC/SLP, MBA, is the owner of O’Lenick Consulting, LLC and SymbolSpeak, LLC, and the founding board member of Hear MY Voice- Language Through AAC, a nonprofit whose mission a

In this episode of CONNECTED with Mika Bradford we’re discussing: If you work with or have a loved one who has struggled with their ability to express their wants, needs and feeling, you don’t want to miss this three part series as Mika speaks with Dr. Deann O’Lenick, PhD, CCC/SLP, MBA, having her introduce you to game changing technology that uses new techniques in teaching Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) strategies. These strategies and technological advancements through new apps will change the way you think of AAC devices, voice out put systems and who could benefit from these tools, regardless of what their diagnosis is or how their communication became impaired. This has the potential to equip individuals with the opportunity to learn how to express themselves at a rate we have not seen before. Deann O’Lenick, PhD, CCC/SLP, MBA, is the owner of O’Lenick Consulting, LLC and SymbolSpeak, LLC, and the founding board member of Hear MY Voice- Language Through AAC, a nonprofit whose mission a

In this episode of CONNECTED with Mika Bradford we’re discussing: If you work with or have a loved one who has struggled with their ability to express their wants, needs and feeling, you don’t want to miss this three part series as Mika speaks with Dr. Deann O’Lenick, PhD, CCC/SLP, MBA, having her introduce you to game changing technology that uses new techniques in teaching Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) strategies. These strategies and technological advancements through new apps will change the way you think of AAC devices, voice out put systems and who could benefit from these tools, regardless of what their diagnosis is or how their communication became impaired. This has the potential to equip individuals with the opportunity to learn how to express themselves at a rate we have not seen before. Deann O’Lenick, PhD, CCC/SLP, MBA, is the owner of O’Lenick Consulting, LLC and SymbolSpeak, LLC, and the founding board member of Hear MY Voice- Language Through AAC, a nonprofit whose mission a

This is a re-broadcast interview with Mika Bradford on "Life Disrupted" podcast hosted by Rita Bailey. A conversation with: Mika Bradford  - Change Agent, Advocate, Podcaster For over twenty years, Mika has been involved in grass-roots, regional, state and national initiatives focused on building resources and long-term solutions for people with chronic physical and behavioral health conditions. Highlights from this conversation: Early warning signs Just when we thought everything was OK - the 9.0 hits Mayo Clinic Autism Reality Dear GOD - not the plan! The Blessings of Jacob Expect the Unexpected ABA Therapy - Applied Behavior Analysis A holistic approach to health issues Serving others through my acquired knowledge Making a Bigger Difference

Today we take a look back over the forty year journey of a health enthusiast.  Hear Michael share key experiences that shaped and changed his life while embracing the principles of looking at the whole person, all aspects of their lives, including nutrition and exercise.    In this episode of CONNECTED with Mika Bradford we’re discussing: Today’s podcast features Michael Bailey, RN, a distinguished veteran who served in the Army as a Combat Medic in Vietnam, with over forty years experience working in various hospitals, Intensive Care Unit, medical clinics and insurance companies. Early on in his career he was introduced to a simplistic, wholesome way of life where clean eating, exercise and taking basic nutritional supplements was the foundation for life. His journey and desire to provide his clients with exceptional care, going beyond the status quo, began after reading “Vitamin C and the Common Cold” a popular book by Linus Pauling. The book was first published in 1970, highlighting vitamin C, its interact

Today were talking about:  Heading Into The Wild Blue Yonder: Successfully planning and navigating of Jacob’s Grand RV Adventure 2019 Regardless of what information your seeking as long as the world keeps spinning science and technology will continue to expand. A closed door today may be the gateway to a new beginning tomorrow.   If you are a new listener to Connected with Mika Bradford, we would love to hear from you.  Please visit our Contact Page and let us know how we can help you today! Also, listen on our website here.   In this episode of CONNECTED with Mika Bradford we’re discussing: Planning a vacation or staycation is work for any parent and when planning a getaway  for a child or adult with disabilities it requires diving deeper into the details. In this episode Mika talks about her twelve day adventure traveling over four thousand miles on the road trip of a lifetime with her twenty three year old son with autism.  Learn more about her preparation successes and epic fails as she talks about travel