A 'We're Not Blowing Hot Air' Podcast

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"We’re Not Blowing Hot Air" is a podcast – powered by Oxygen Plus (O+) – broadcast from O+'s worldwide headquarters in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

During this season of “We’re Not Blowing Hot Air,” we focus on mental wellness as we explore some of life’s biggest, most important questions. Each month, chosen experts across a variety of disciplines, will answer fascinating questions of the human heart. Lauren Carlstrom, the President of Oxygen Plus, and her guests, will offer a fresh perspective on age-old questions in a colorful, curious exploration of this thing called Life.

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EP. 3: "How the Bleep Do I Deal with Aging Parents?" with Dr. Natalie Feinblatt, Psy.D., licensed psychologist specializing in trauma and addiction!

Mar 25 2024 62 mins

We dive into life's difficult question “How The Bleep Do I Deal With Aging Parents?" with Dr. Natalie Feinblatt – a licensed clinical psychologist based in Los Angeles, California who is an expert in trauma and addiction. We explore the financial and emotional toll experienced by both adult children and aging parents, and how trauma and addiction can compound the stru

EP3 Teaser: Facing Death and Dying is at the Core of Our Aging Parent's Healthcare Planning

Mar 23 2024 1 mins

On the full episode, we delve into the challenging topic of dealing with aging parents with Dr. Natalie Feinblatt, a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in trauma and addiction in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Feinblatt discusses the emotional and financial strain faced by both adult children and aging parents. She highlights how trauma and addiction can exacerbate the diffi

Teaser for EP. 3: Meet our guest, Dr. Natalie Feinblatt, psychologist specialized in trauma and addiction

About our fascinating guest of Episode 3, "How the Bleep Do I Deal with Aging Parents?," Dr. Natalie Feinblatt:Dr. Natalie Feinblatt is a licensed clinical psychologist based in Los Angeles, California. She earned her BA in Psychology from UC San Diego, and her MA and PsyD from Pepperdine University. She has been working in the mental health field for almost 20 years. Dr.

Teaser for EP. 2: The Similarity of Cults and Abusive Relationships Between Two People

Mar 19 2024 2 mins

Have you ever considered the eerie parallels between cults and abusive relationships? Grasping these connections could be the first step in safeguarding yourself or someone you love. Our latest episode features a riveting conversation with a distinguished expert and author, who illuminates the manipulative tactics employed by both cult leaders and abusive partners. With their insig

EP. 2: “What’s the Meaning of Life?” with Rick Alan Ross, leading cult expert, author and media consultant!

Feb 21 2024 75 mins

On this episode, we explore life's alluring question, "What’s the Meaning of Life?,” with Rick Alan Ross – a prominent figure and expert in the study of destructive cults and controversial movements like Jonestown, NXIVM and Heaven’s Gate. A cult intervention specialist, media consultant and court expert who testifies in high-profile cult-related legal cases, Rick

Teaser for EP. 1: "What Is Love?" with Rick Ringbakk, TV director, producer and 2-time primetime Emmy-winner of "The Amazing Race!”

Listen to the full episode, where we explore life's pivotal question "What Is Love?" with Rick Ringbakk – an accomplished television director and producer who received two primetime Emmys for his work on "The Amazing Race." Rick explains how he sees love, and how all of us can create love in our own lives, as he shares about his past and present family an

EP. 1: "What Is Love?" with Rick Ringbakk, TV director, producer and 2-time primetime Emmy-winner of "The Amazing Race!”

Jan 31 2024 60 mins

On this episode, we explore life's pivotal question "What Is Love?" with Rick Ringbakk – an accomplished television director and producer who received two primetime Emmys for his work on "The Amazing Race." Rick explains how he sees love, and how all of us can create love in our own lives, as he shares about his past and present family and career. Rick’

Get Ready for Season Four!

During the fourth season of “We’re Not Blowing Hot Air,” we’ll focus on mental wellness as we explore some of life’s biggest, most important questions. Each month, chosen experts across a variety of disciplines, will answer fascinating questions of the human heart. We’ll learn intricacies of “What is Love?” with a TV producer; “Must I Fear Death?” with an author

Diaphragm Biomechanics Series (3 of 3): “ZOA Breathing Mechanics Inhalation & Breathing Exercises”

Dec 01 2023 23 mins

After you have mastered a zone of apposition (ZOA) during exhalation, you must be able to maintain it. Dr. Sarah Petrich reviews the ZOA and the diaphragm biomechanics during the breathing cycle. She then demonstrates three exercises that train the ZOA and strengthen one’s ability to acquire and maintain the ZOA with the coordination of the abdominal muscles.The adduction drop te

Diaphragm Biomechanics Series (2 of 3): “ZOA Breathing Mechanics Exhalation” with Dr. Sarah Petrich

Nov 25 2023 8 mins

In order to have good diaphragm mechanics on inhalation, you must first master exhalation and be able to acquire a “zone of apposition” (or ZOA). Dr. Sarah Petrich defines what a ZOA is, and the corresponding diaphragm biomechanics.The adduction drop test and apical expansion tests were used with permission from the Postural Restoration Institute®.About Sarah Petrich, PT, DPT,