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Healthy Living with Yoga Anita is your go-to source for inspiring, informative, and uplifting conversations that support a vibrant, balanced life. Hosted by Anita—an experienced yoga educator and passionate advocate for wellness—each episode features authoritative guests from the healing arts, nonprofits, and charitable organizations, as well as everyday people who are simply having fun and living fully.
From holistic health experts and wellness pioneers to community leaders and joyful souls with powerful stories, Healthy Living with Yoga Anita blends wisdom, compassion, and practical tips to help listeners reduce stress, find purpose, and enjoy life more. Whether you're looking for natural health solutions, motivation to move, or a reminder to laugh, this podcast delivers real talk with heart.
Tune in to connect, learn, and be inspired—because healthy living is about more than habits; it’s about community, courage, and joy.
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This week on Healthy Living with Yoga Anita, we welcome a familiar and trusted voice from local radio—former WLPZ DJ CJ Ward of The Watchlist.CJ brings his cinematic wisdom and sharp insights as he shares his Top 10 Movies of 2025, along with bonus picks you won’t want to miss:
🎭 Top Male & Female Performers
🎬 Best Rob Reiner Film
🎄 Ultimate Christmas Movie
🎥 CJ’s Pick for Top Director of the Year
Known for his high-accuracy award predictions, CJ doesn’t just watch movies—he studies them. His thoughtful perspective, industry knowledge, and passion for storytelling make this episode both entertaining and enlightening.Whether you’re a film lover, awards-season follower, or simply looking for a fun and engaging listen, this episode delivers insight, nostalgia, and great conversation—all part of healthy living for the mind and spirit.🎧 Tune in and see which films made CJ’s must-watch list!#HealthyLivingWithYogaAnita #PodcastEpisode #CJWard #TheWatchlist #WLPZ #MovieTalk #TopMovies2025 #FilmLovers #AwardSeason #PopCulturePodcast #MindBodySpirit #WellnessForTheMind #MovieWisdom #LocalRadioVoices
🎙️ New Episode of Healthy Living with Yoga Anita 🎙️This week, I’m joined by Anthony Bizzotto, President and Co-Founder of Revive of the USA, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit integrating fitness, community, and recovery support to strengthen mental health, addiction recovery, and long-term wellness.Anthony courageously shares his own journey through addiction, hitting rock bottom, and how faith, family, and church helped him find recovery. Today, he’s turned his life experience into a mission—helping others heal through evidence-based fitness and supportive community programs.This is a powerful conversation about hope, resilience, and recovery. 💙 🎧 Listen now and be inspired.#HealthyLivingWithYogaAnita #PodcastEpisode #AddictionRecovery #MentalHealthMatters #RecoveryJourney #FaithAndRecovery #WellnessCommunity #FitnessForHealing #NonprofitLife #SecondChances #HopeAndHealing #ReviveOfTheUSA
🎙 New Podcast Episode! Healthy Living with Yoga AnitaThis week’s guest is Brittney Stumpf — author, mother, truth-teller, and unapologetic breaker of generational cycles.Born and raised in Massachusetts, Brittney spent her childhood navigating addiction, instability, and trauma. She became the caregiver for her special-needs brother while her parents struggled with substance use — a responsibility no child should have, but one that shaped her resilience, humor, and voice.Her debut memoir, The Things I Never Said, turns pain into honesty and healing. With raw storytelling and a dark sense of humor, Brittney speaks to everyone who has ever survived something they never thought they’d talk about.Today, she works with elementary children with emotional needs at Keystone Collaborative in Leominster, helping young people feel seen, supported, and safe — something she once needed herself.✨ This is an episode about breaking cycles, healing out loud, and finding strength in the stories we were once afraid to share.Tune in, listen deeply, and be inspired.Brittney's book is available on Amazon, Barnes&Noble.com, and at select local libraries.#HealthyLivingWithYogaAnita #PodcastEpisode #BrittneyStumpf #TheThingsINeverSaid #Memoir #GenerationalHealing #BreakTheCycle #TraumaToTriumph #DarkHumorHeals #MassachusettsAuthors #LeominsterMA #WellnessPodcast #StorytellingHeals #SurvivorStories #YogaAnita
🎙️ New Episode of Healthy Living with Yoga Anita! This week’s guest is Kate Coleman, and her story is nothing short of electrifying.Just a short time ago, Kate found herself freshly fired from her position as Head of Marketing & Sales — and instead of falling apart, she launched into a bold new chapter of self-employment that completely transformed her life.Since then, Kate has: ✨ Traveled across Central America and Sri Lanka ✨ Converted and moved into her own ambulance home ✨ Built a thriving online presence with thousands of engaged followers ✨ Filled her client roster within months ✨ Written viral posts generating $200k+, selling out events, and attracting nonstop inbound clients ✨ Created REAL AF, a powerful new membership helping leaders create captivating, binge-worthy contentKate opens up about the courage it took to pivot, the reality behind going viral, and how “real AF storytelling” became her superpower. Her journey is a testament to trusting the leap, honoring your voice, and showing up authentically even when the path isn’t certain.This episode is packed with energy, inspiration, and the behind-the-scenes of what it takes to build a life and business that feels REAL. 🌿💛🎧 Listen now! #HealthyLivingWithYogaAnita #PodcastEpisode #RealAF #AuthenticStorytelling #EntrepreneurLife #WomenInBusiness #MindBodySpirit #WellnessPodcast #ContentCreatorLife #HolisticSuccess #PersonalGrowthJourney #LiveYourTruth
🎙️ New Episode Alert! This week on Healthy Living with Yoga Anita, my guest is Liz Azzariti, LICSW — a remarkable professional whose journey into behavioral health is as inspiring as the work she does today.Liz began her career in the insurance field right out of high school. Years later, once her children were in college, she returned to school herself, earned her degree, and transitioned into behavioral health. 🌱She now brings her experience and passion to Community Health Connections (CHC), where she was recently hired to run a brand-new Behavioral Health Day Treatment Program.CHC now offers Full & Half Day Behavioral Health Day Treatment Programs, providing structured, compassionate support for individuals facing mental health challenges and co-occurring substance use issues. 💚Tune in to hear Liz’s inspiring story, her insights from the field, and how CHC is expanding access to behavioral health services in our community.🎧 Listen now#HealthyLivingWithYogaAnita #BehavioralHealth #MentalHealthSupport #CommunityHealthConnections #DayTreatmentProgram #WellnessJourney #PodcastEpisode #InspiringStories #MentalHealthMatters #RecoverySupport
New Episode on Healthy Living with Yoga Anita! This week, I’m joined by the one and only Jerry Caruso — an Italian from Lynn whose journey has taken him from the playgrounds of St. Patrick's and St. Mary's Catholic Schools to stages all across New England and beyond.Jerry wears more hats than most people own: 🎤 Comedian 📺 Cable TV show host 📻 Radio personality 🎓 College instructor 🎭 Murder Mystery Actor 🗣️ Motivational speaker 💙 Founder of Comics for a Cure, bringing laughter and fundraising to veterans, nursing homes, hospitals, and countless worthy causes.Jerry’s heart for giving back is as big as his sense of humor. You’ll laugh, you’ll learn, and you’ll leave inspired.🎧 Tune in now on Healthy Living with Yoga Anita where ever you get your podcasts!#HealthyLivingWithYogaAnita #JerryCaruso #ComedianLife #HealingThroughHumor #ComicsForACure #WellnessPodcast #PositiveVibesOnly
✨ New Episode: Healthy Living with Yoga Anita ✨Anita speaks with Julie Bovenzi, owner of Truth Organic Spa in North Grafton, MA. Julie began her journey as an esthetician and discovered the healing power of touch — leading her to become a massage therapist, Reiki Master, and Biofield Tuner.After a devastating fire destroyed her spa, Julie's resilience and community support helped her rebuild and reopen in just three weeks. Now, she’s back and offering even more powerful healing modalities.💚 Tune in to hear her inspiring story of healing, hope, and perseverance. 🌐 Learn more: https://www.truthorganicspa.com#HealthyLivingWithYogaAnita #TruthOrganicSpa #HolisticHealing #Reiki #WellnessJourney #InspiringStories
New Podcast Episode! In this week’s Healthy Living with Yoga Anita, I speak with Jeff St. Laurent, founder of SellingCoaching.com.Jeff’s journey is truly inspiring — from fitness coach to life coach, and now a successful business mentor helping other coaches thrive. He shares how to get back to the fundamentals of success: ✨ Selling with authenticity ✨ Mastering marketing and presentation skills ✨ Building confidence and consistency ✨ Finding freedom in doing what you loveJeff’s one-on-one coaching and free resources have helped countless coaches turn their passion into profit — and he’s sharing his wisdom with us!🎧 Listen now to get inspired and learn practical tips to grow your business and your mindset.🔗 https://www.youtube.com/@HealthyLivingYogaAnita or where ever you get your podcasts!#HealthyLivingWithYogaAnita #YogaAnitaPodcast #JeffStLaurent #SellingCoaching #LifeCoachSuccess #BusinessCoaching #EntrepreneurMindset #CoachingBusiness #WellnessEntrepreneur #MarketingTips #AuthenticSelling #MindsetMatters #Inspiration #YogaAndWellness
💗 Breast Cancer Awareness Podcast with Yoga Anita 💗 This month on Healthy Living with Yoga, Anita recaps October’s Wednesday Healthy Tips focused on Breast Cancer Awareness.✨ Highlights include:
💕 Breast cancer is the most common cancer in American women — about 1 in 8 will be diagnosed in their lifetime.
🎗️ Early detection saves lives — early-stage diagnosis has a 99% 5-year survival rate.
🍓 Learn about foods that can help reduce cancer risk.
🩺 Understand the importance of regular mammograms and recognizing early symptoms.
🤝 Explore resources in Massachusetts such as the Susan G. Komen Fund, The Ellie Fund, American Cancer Society, and Pawsitively4Pink.
This topic is personal — it has touched my family, and I’m sure it’s touched yours too. Together, let’s honor, support, and empower all who are affected. 💪💗🎧 Listen to the episode now!#BreastCancerAwareness #HealthyLivingWithYoga #YogaAnita #EarlyDetectionSavesLives #BreastCancerMonth #MindBodyHealing #WellnessJourney #YogaForHealth #StrongFierceBrave #SupportTheFighters #CancerAwareness #WomenSupportingWomen #WellnessPodcast #Pawsitively4Pink #SusanGKomen #TheEllieFund #AmericanCancerSociety
🌿 Healthy Living with Yoga Anita Podcast 🎙️Guest: Robin Sparda, RN — Founder of Your Nurse AdvocateAfter losing her mother-in-law to sepsis caused by septic shock, Robin Sparda knew there had to be a better way. Now, as the founder of Your Nurse Advocate, she helps patients and families navigate the complex world of healthcare — from emergency room visits and hospital stays to discharge planning and assisted living transitions.💚 Robin’s mission is to empower patients to understand their care, make informed decisions, and find peace of mind during stressful medical situations.🎧 Tune in to this inspiring and informative episode of Healthy Living with Yoga Anita to learn how advocacy, compassion, and clear communication can truly make a difference.🌐 Learn more: your-nurse-advocate.com 🎙️ Listen on: Apple, Amazon, Spotify, or YouTube#HealthyLivingWithYogaAnita #Podcast #HealthcareAdvocate #PatientAdvocacy #NurseLife #WellnessJourney #YogaForAll #YourNurseAdvocate #HolisticHealth #CompassionInCare #MindBodyWellness #WLPZ #YogaAnita
✨ New Episode! Featuring Darlene Corbett, LICSW ✨Join me this week on Healthy Living with Yoga Anita as I chat with Darlene Corbett, Licensed Therapist, Speaker, and Award-Winning Author of Visible.Darlene’s work is all about helping people unlock their potential and live inspired, authentic lives. Her writing blends wisdom, compassion, and decades of experience as a therapist.We talk about the themes behind her novel Visible, her journey as a healer and storyteller, and her exciting upcoming release — Mesmerize.🖋️ Learn more about Darlene, her books, and her newsletter at www.darlenecorbett.com🎧 Tune in for an uplifting, real, and empowering conversation about growth, creativity, and connection.#HealthyLivingWithYogaAnita #DarleneCorbett #VisibleTheNovel #AuthorInterview #WomenInspiringWomen #TherapistAuthor #MindBodyConnection #HealingThroughWriting #YogaAnita #PositiveMindset #WellnessPodcast #InspirationDaily
🌿 New Episode of Healthy Living with Yoga Anita! 🎙️This week, Anita reconnects with her friend and former fellow teacher, Susan Slepetz — a talented enamellist from Sterling, Massachusetts, whose work captures the beauty and fragility of nature.Susan draws inspiration from the colors, patterns, and textures of the flora and fauna around her — as well as from the deep themes of life, death, pain, healing, and power.Her large-scale enamel sculpture, That Which Does Not Kill Us, continues her exploration of resilience through art. 🌀 It’s currently on display at ArtsWorcester until October 19, and can also be viewed online at artsworcester.org.🎧 Tune in to hear Susan share her journey as an artist, her connection to nature, and how creativity can become a powerful path to healing.💫 Healthy Living with Yoga Anita — where stories of healing, art, and inspiration come to life.#HealthyLivingWithYogaAnita #Podcast #WellnessJourney #HealingThroughArt #SusanSlepetz #EnamelArt #ArtsWorcester #SterlingMA #MindBodySpirit #CreativeHealing #WomenInArt #YogaAnita #ArtForHealing #Resilience #Inspiration
Jeff Weller started has had a varied career as a broadcaster, weatherman for WWLP ( "I stunk!"), VO artist doing promos for David Letterman, and now is the host of Leominster Live on WLPZ 95.1FM. Jeff also works full time for RFK Community Alliance with disabled adults and hosts a musical bingo games at local events and bars.Yoga Anita even gets him to do some yoga on air!Meet Officer O'Leary, Lola, the Lotto Lady, Tony Baloney, and many more on Jeff's show, Leominster Live, every Monday, 10-1pm on WLPZ 95.1FM, or stream on your favorite radio app. #healthylivingyogaanita #WLPZ #WWLP #RFKCommunityAlliance #VOartists #FitchburgStateMedia
Yoga Anita's special guest this week. Leominster High School wants put produce the Wizard of Oz but needs some new equipment for snow making and special effects. Rupert Harvey, LHS student, stops by to talk about the fundraiser efforts and how you can help.Donate at https://raise.snap.app/donate/leominster-theatre-company-2025/17474505#HealthyLivingWithYogaAnita #PodcastEpisode #WLPZ #wizardofozstageproduction #Leominster_theater
🌿🎙 New Podcast Episode on Healthy Living with Yoga Anita!This week’s guest is Amy Schuller, owner of InStride Dog Training 🐾. Amy specializes in positive, fear-free training for dogs of all ages—from puppies in their most important learning stage, to adolescent and adult dogs refining their skills, and even reactive or fearful dogs who need calm, structured support.Discover how Amy helps strengthen the bond between people and their dogs while building confidence and good manners. 🐶💚🔗 Listen now! 📍 Learn more about Amy: www.instridedogtraining.com | Facebook#HealthyLivingWithYogaAnita #PodcastEpisode #DogTrainingTips #FearFreeTraining #PuppyTraining #AdolescentDogs #ReactiveDogs #PositiveReinforcement #HealthyLiving #InStrideDogTraining
🌿🎙️ New Episode Alert – Healthy Living with Yoga Anita 🌿🎙️This week, I had the joy of sitting down with Allison Smith, whose inspiring journey shows what happens when you choose health, healing, and purpose.Allison walked away from a stressful corporate job and turned to yoga for balance and strength. That path blossomed into something incredible — she and her wife, Sarah Gibson, now run Friendly Ass Farm, home to alpacas, mini horses, and a whole lot of love. 🦙🐴✨ Highlights from Allison’s journey:
Started bringing her mini horse Dusty to elderly facilities for end-of-life visits.
Hosts Bring it to the Table on Spencer Access Cable.
Runs vocational programs with David Prouty High School and The Center of Hope in Southbridge, MA.
Shares the power of Nadi Yoga (yoga of sound) with crystal bowls, instruments tuned to 432 hertz, and her treasured Italian Sonora Gratta.
Launched the FarmFit App (available on Google Play + Apple Store) so her “farmly” can access animals & meditation anytime.
Offers new sound healing sessions at Misty Rose Farm surrounded by Arabian horses.
In Allison’s own words: 💚 “This journey has completely manifested into this healthy environment for anyone who is looking for it.”🎧 Tune in now for an uplifting and heartfelt conversation.📌 Find Allison’s events on Eventbrite under her name, connect with her on social media, or email friendlyassfarm@gmail.com.
✨ New Podcast Episode on Healthy Living with Yoga Anita!My guest this week is Jennifer Novello Dwyer – a gifted tarot reader, medical intuitive, and energy healer. Recently, Jennifer has been working with prism wheel grids, a unique tool she uses to help her clients heal both physically and emotionally.Jennifer offers her services at @PrismWheel in Andover, MA, but you can also find her at special events and private gatherings. Connect with her on social media at @jennifernovellodwyer.🎙️ Tune in to hear how she blends intuition, energy, and healing practices to create meaningful shifts in her clients’ lives.👉 Listen now #HealthyLivingWithYogaAnita #PodcastLife #TarotHealing #MedicalIntuitive #EnergyHealing #PrismWheel #HealingJourney #SpiritualGrowth #MindBodySpirit #WellnessPodcast #HolisticHealing #YogaAnita
🌿 New Podcast Episode! 🎙️On this week’s Healthy Living with Yoga Anita, I’m joined by Nicolette Magonne and Lauren O’Brien, mental health counselors at Fitchburg State University. 💚Their counseling office provides an inclusive space that values each student’s strengths, lived experiences, and uniqueness. From one-on-one counseling to relationship health, Nicolette and Lauren are dedicated to supporting wellness, growth, and self-advocacy—helping students succeed both at FSU and in the wider community.✨ Services include: ✔️ Individual mental health counseling (Lauren’s specialty) ✔️ Relationship health counseling (Nicolette’s specialty) ✔️ 24/7 mental health support via their third-party partnership📢 Upcoming Event: Rock the Block 🎶 📍 FSU Quad 📅 Tuesday, Sept 2 | 🕞 3:30–5:00pm🎧 Tune in to hear how they’re making a difference in student lives. Find the episode on all major podcast platforms + YouTube 👉 @HealthyLivingYogaAnita#HealthyLivingWithYogaAnita #MentalHealthMatters #FitchburgStateUniversity #Wellness #StudentSuccess #YogaAnitaPodcast
🌟 New Podcast Episode! 🎙️ This week on Healthy Living with Yoga Anita, meet Becca Leach, owner of 3rd Eye Barber in downtown Leominster — where haircuts meet healing.Becca isn’t your typical barber. She combines classic barbering with Reiki, astrology readings, and is expanding into emotional coaching to help clients align inside and out.💬 “Emotions are not masculine or feminine, they are human.” – Becca LeachFrom behind the chair to virtual sessions, Becca brings insight, compassion, and transformation to each interaction.💈✨ Learn how she’s redefining barbering and helping people heal in ways that truly matter.📍 Main Street, Leominster 📲 Book via Instagram: @third_eye_barber🎧 Listen now on your favorite podcast platform or on Yoga Anita.com/shows!#YogaAnita #HealthyLivingPodcast #3rdEyeBarber #IntuitiveBarber #LeominsterMA #ReikiHealing #AstrologyReadings #EmotionalHealth #BarberWithSoul #WellnessPodcast #HealingJourney
This week on Healthy Living with Yoga Anita, meet Crystal Holroyd – a caregiver, grandmother, empath, and intuitive whose remarkable life story is grounded in faith, resilience, and compassion.Crystal opens up about the personal challenges that shaped her: losing her grandfather, navigating her husband’s sudden cancer diagnosis, and losing one of his eyes to the disease. Despite it all, she continues to serve others—offering her heart, time, and spirit to women in emotional need.Whether it’s a walk, a warm cup of coffee, or a heartfelt conversation, Crystal believes in showing up for others as she is guided by something greater.💫 Tune in for an inspiring conversation about faith, healing, and the quiet power of showing up with love.🎧 Podcast on YouTube and all major platforms🗓️ Airing Saturday, 10am–noon 📻 WLPZ 95.1FM or stream live at WLPZ.org#HealthyLivingWithYogaAnita #PodcastGuest #CrystalHolroyd #FaithAndHealing #EmpathSupport #WomenSupportingWomen #SpiritualHealing #YogaAnita #WLPZRadio
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