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(w)healthy
Being healthy is the unique expression of many, often inter-related dimensions which can be physical, mental, emotional, social, relational and spiritual. (w)healthy endeavors to explore them, taking you behind the curtain with leading experts, from physicians to people with lived experience. Through knowledge and storytelling, we hope to empower and inspire you to live your (w)healthiest life. Join Shauna Nyrose of the KGH Foundation on a journey to a (w)healthy life. DISCLAIMER: The views…
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(w)healthyParade with a Purpose: A Legacy of Love and Hope
If you live in the Central Okanagan, chances are you've heard of Parade with a Purpose, now an annual tradition where our downtown streets are literally…
(w)healthyMAiD: Choice, Suffering, and Dignity at the End of Life with Dr. Sarah Broder
What happens when treatment is no longer working? How much suffering is too much? What does it mean to have a good death? And, perhaps most difficult of all…
(w)healthyWhy You Should Think Differently About Strength Training - with Tracy Steen
Strength training is about muscle, bone density and aging well physically. But it can also give us tangible proof of what we are capable of. Sometimes we have…
(w)healthyBeyond the Playground: Physical Literacy for Life
Today, we’re tackling one of the most overlooked foundations of kids’ health: physical literacy. It’s time we stop treating movement as optional. Like reading…
(w)healthyWhat Does A Gynecological Oncology Program Do For Women In The Okanagan?
Today on the (w)healthy podcast we’re talking about an area of women’s health that needs to be talked about way more. It affects far more women than most of us…
(w)healthyIn Plain Sight – The Most Overlooked Reason Your Child Might be Struggling with Dr. Sophia Capo
In this episode of the (w)healthy podcast we are welcoming back Dr. Sophia Capo, a pediatric optometrist and founder of A B See Vision Therapy in Kelowna. When…
(w)healthyThe Caregiver's Dilemma: Compassion in Health Care with Dr. Alysha Mackenzie-Feder
Today we're joined by Pediatrician Dr. Alysha Mackenzie-Feder for a conversation about the inward experience of medicine, the realities of raising a family…
(w)healthyMatters of the Heart
Heart disease is the broad term used to describe many conditions — problems that affect the structure and function of the heart or the blood vessels that…
(w)healthyWhat is Multiple Sclerosis (MS) with Neurologist Dr. Scott Meckling
Multiple Sclerosis, commonly referred to as MS, is a condition that many of us have a limited understanding of. But with Canada having some of the highest…
(w)healthyWhat Does Aging in Place Actually Mean?
As of 2025, about 8.1 million Canadians are aged 65+, roughly 19.5% of the population. That proportion is expected to rise to about 23–25% by 2040. Meaning…
(w)healthyThe One Thing We All Have In Common.. Aging
In Canada, more than 772,000 people are currently living with dementia, and that number is expected to nearly double within the next 20 years. Which is why…
(w)healthyMeet Robotic Assisted Surgeon Dr. Dimitri Coutsinos
Just over a year ago on Day of Giving the community rallied to raise funds to bring Vinni, a surgical robot, to Kelowna General Hospital. A year later we are…
(w)healthyHow Philanthropy Brought a Renowned Parkinson's Researcher to Kelowna
April is Parkinson's Awareness Month and we are beyond excited to be introducing a very special new member of the Humphreys Family Movement Disorder Clinic…
(w)healthyIs Running Actually Bad For Your Knees?
Spring has sprung and with the nicer weather finally settling in to the Okanagan Valley you may have noticed the runners are back! But lots of us wonder what…
(w)healthyWe're Not Kidney-ing Around! The Truth About Kidney Disease with Transplant Recipient, Patrick Ng
You may recognize Patrick from his former position as a KGH Foundation Board Member but did you know that Patrick's first true connection with KGH was at the…
(w)healthyHow Universal is Universal Health Care? With Dr. Ross Hickey
In Canada our health care system is labelled as 'universal' but what does that really mean? And what does it look like in practice? In this episode of the…
(w)healthyHow Indigenous Medicine is Understood with Elder Leon Louis
In our second conversation with Elder Leon Louis, he shares syilx teachings on the true meaning of medicine, not just as something we take when we’re sick, but…
(w)healthyThe Link Between Anxiety, Depression, and Trauma is... ADHD???
Do you have someone in your life who’s routines and day to day activities look a bit different? Or maybe that someone is you, always struggling to catch your…
(w)healthyIntroducing The New Head of Pediatrics at KGH!
In this episode of the (w)healthy podcast we are beyond excited to be joined by Dr. Jeff Wong, the new Head of Pediatrics at Kelowna General Hospital. Speaking…
(w)healthyLooking Back. Leaning Forward.
Join KGH Foundation CEO Allison Young on the year-end episode of the (w)healthy Podcast as we revisit key moments from 2025, share campaign progress, and…
(w)healthyWhat is Med School Really Like? A Candid Conversation with an Actual Second Year Medical Student
We’ve all heard the horror stories and seen the movies, but what is med school really like? And what about for those students studying right here in the…
(w)healthyThe #1 Reason for Bedwetting is… Constipation??
Everybody poops. But for one in three kids, it’s not easy. And it may be the reason your child is struggling with bedwetting. In this episode, Angus MacKay, a…
(w)healthyThe Secret Muscle Every Man Should Be Working On...
Men, turns out the most important muscles for strength and confidence aren’t built in the gym… In this episode, physiotherapist Corrine Wade joins Shauna to…
(w)healthyIndigenous Insights and Practices for Health & Healthcare with Elder Leon Louis
This episode is about honouring different ways of knowing, and of learning through story, honouring Indigenous teachings, and exploring how they can guide how…
(w)healthyStop Suffering in Silence. The Pelvic Floor Unlocked with Corrine Wade.
Pelvic floor therapy doesn’t have to be as daunting as you may have originally thought. In this episode of the (w)healthy podcast, host Shauna Nyrose is joined…
(w)healthyWhat Does ADHD Look Like In Real Life??
ADHD is one of the most common neurodevelopmental conditions in Canada, yet it is still widely misunderstood and often missed, particularly in girls and women…
(w)healthyDon't Sleep on Sleep! Why it matters with Dr. Wayne Lai.
We often talk about sleep as something we should “get more of,” but rarely stop to ask why it matters in the first place. In this episode, Dr. Wayne Lai…
(w)healthyTrauma, the Brain, and the Science of EMDR with Ashley Phillips
In this episode of the (w)healthy podcast, Shauna Nyrose speaks with Counsellor Ashley Phillips about how trauma impacts our mental health and why we don’t…
(w)healthyThe Link Between Wealth and Well-Being Is??
Money is more than numbers in a bank account. It is peace of mind, security and a vital part of your overall health. In this episode of (w)healthy, host Shauna…
(w)healthyHot and bothered? You're not alone. Perimenopause talk with Dr. Brittany Schamerhorn
In this episode of the (w)healthy podcast, Dr. Brittany Schamerhorn, licensed Naturopathic Doctor and Menopause Society Certified Practitioner, joins us to…
(w)healthyBetter Sleep, Better Brain. Is Rest The Best Medicine?
We all know sleep is important, but what’s really happening in the brain while we rest? In this solo episode, Dr. Wayne Lai — neurologist and sleep medicine…
(w)healthyEverything you need to know about a Concussion
Concussions affect hundreds of thousands of Canadians every year, yet many remain misunderstood or overlooked. In this episode, host Shauna Nyrose speaks with…
(w)healthyGo Play Outside! It's more important than ever. Physical Literacy with Drew Mitchell
What if the real prescription for lifelong health isn't found in a clinic, but on a playground, in a pool, or during a triathlon? In this episode, we sit down…
(w)healthyWhy so testy? Insights on Testosterone + Health Aging for Men with Grant Pagdin
What if aging didn’t have to mean decline? In this episode, Dr. Grant Pagdin, a Kelowna-based physician and expert in regenerative and preventative medicine…
(w)healthyThe Powerful Impact of Strength Training with Taylor Kolar
In this episode of the (w)healthy podcast, local fitness pro Taylor Kolar shares why strength training is essential, especially for women over 40. We bust…
(w)healthyTMJ, Stress, and the Body’s Hidden Signals with Vince Cunanan
What if your jaw pain, your back tension, or that old shoulder injury weren’t just physical? In this episode, we sit down with physiotherapist Vince Cunanan to…
(w)healthyWhy a “Mini-Stroke” Is a Major Warning Sign with Dr. Diana Kim
In this episode of the (w)healthy podcast, we sit down with Dr. Diana Kim, a Kelowna-based neurologist, to explore the inner workings of brain health, from the…
(w)healthyTaking a Closer Look. Eye Health is more important than you think with Dr. Sophia Capo
What if your headaches, brain fog, or a child’s struggles in school were actually rooted in vision — not eyesight, but how the brain processes what we see? In…
(w)healthyWhy Primary Care is so Vital to our Health care system, with Beth Whalley
In this episode of the (w)healthy podcast, Shauna Nyrose sits down with Beth Walley, Executive Director of the Central Okanagan Division of Family Practice…
(w)healthyMaking Healthy Eating Work in Real Life with Morgan Decksheimer
What’s stopping us from eating well? For most people, it’s not knowledge — it’s time, energy, and real life. Morgan Decksheimer, founder of Meal Prep For You…
(w)healthyThe Power of Pediatric Physiotherapy with Milena Perini
How do you know if your child’s physical development is ontrack? When is toe-walking, poor coordination, or delayed milestones a sign to seek support? In this…
(w)healthyHow Oral Health Shapes Your Body, Brain, and Well-being with Dr. Michael Webster
Did you know your oral health can impact your heart, brain,hormones, and even your confidence? Kelowna dentist and implant specialist Dr. Michael Webster joins…
(w)healthySpiritual Health in a Changing World with Melissa Berry Appleton
In this episode of the (w)healthy podcast, we sit down with Buddhist chaplain, meditation teacher, and somatic movement practitioner Melissa Berry Appleton to…
(w)healthyAll Things Allergies with ENT Surgeon Dr. Jon Dautremont
Allergies, sinus issues, and other ENT conditions arebecoming more common, especially in the Okanagan. In this episode of the (w)healthypodcast, Shauna Nyrose…
(w)healthyThe 'New' Best Practices in Breast Cancer Surgery with Breast Cancer Surgeon, Dr. Andy Kluftinger
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Kluftinger, a leading expert in breast cancer and general surgery, to discuss the evolving landscape of breast cancer…
(w)healthyAcne, Eczema, Melanoma and More with Dermatologist Dr. Dianne Burrows
In this episode of the (w)healthy podcast, host Shauna Nyrose sits down with Dr. Dianne Burrows, a board-certified dermatologist and the medical director of…
(w)healthyReal Talk about Fertility for both Men and Women, with Dr. Kathy Wise
Join (w)healthy podcast host Shauna Nyrose in a compelling conversation with Dr. Kathy Wise from Olive Fertility Centre. In this episode, they explore the…
(w)healthyThe Canary in the Coal Mine. The Critical State of Youth Mental Health
In this insightful episode of the w(healthy) podcast, host Shauna Nyrose sits down with Melissa Fedderson, Manager of Campus Wellness at UBCO and former Centre…
(w)healthyBridging the Gap Between Mental Health and Mental Illness with Shelagh Turner
In this insightful episode of the (w)healthy podcast, Shauna Nyrose sits down with Shelagh Turner, a leading voice in mental health advocacy, to unpack the…
(w)healthySnack Size Episode: New Year, New Possibilities: Health Care Horizons for 2025
In this “snack-size” follow-up episode, Shauna Nyrose sits down once again with Allison Young, CEO of the KGH Foundation, to look ahead at what’s on the…
(w)healthySnack Size Episode: Gratitude Check: 2024 Reflections with Allison Young
As the year draws to a close, join Shauna Nyrose and Allison Young, CEO of the KGH Foundation, for a bite-sized holiday conversation that looks back on 2024…
(w)healthyDesigning Health: How Our Communities Shape Our Well-being with Danielle Nobel-Brandt
In this episode of the w(healthy) podcast, host Shauna Nyrose sits down with Danielle Nobel-Brandt to explore how the environments we live in profoundly impact…
(w)healthyLeading with Heart – How Ginny Becker is Redefining Advocacy for Our Kids
In this inspiring episode of the (w)healthy podcast, we sit down with Ginny Becker, the Executive Director of the Children and Youth Advocacy Centre (CYAC) in…
(w)healthyThe Innovation Reset – How Resilience and Reinvention will Rebuild Post Pandemic Health Care with Jaymi Chernoff
In this compelling episode, Shauna is joined by Jaymi Chernoff, Executive Director of Quality and Patient Safety at Interior Health, who joined Kelowna General…
(w)healthyHealth Benefits: Worth It or Waste? Jeff Cox Reveals the Reality Behind Health Care Funding
Shauna sits down with Jeff Cox, Co-Founder of Simply Benefits, for an insightful dive into Canada’s health care system and the ‘benefits’ available. Jeff…
(w)healthy‘Does Sugar Cause Cancer?’ - Exposing Diet Trends and Embracing Good Food Choices with Dietitian Erin Wile
In this episode of the (w)healthy podcast, we ask a question that stirs much debate: Does sugar cause cancer? Registered dietitian and intuitive eating…
(w)healthy‘Over Waiting for Change’- Renée Gauthier and the Impact of the New Rutland Community Clinic
As a nurse, she was tired of waiting for change for Indigenous patients, but now she’s transforming care for equity-seeking communities, including newcomers to…
(w)healthyBehind the Scenes in Intensive Care. Life, Death, and COVID in the ICU with Dr. Ryan Foster
In this illuminating episode of (w)healthy, Dr. Ryan Foster takes us inside the world of the Intensive Care Unit, sharing firsthand experiences from the most…
(w)healthyFiber, Fat-loss and Food Myths- Dietician Kristy Hodgins on What a Healthy Diet Actually Looks Like
In a time where contradictory advice and type 2 diabetes are on the rise, Registered Dietician Kristy Hodgins shares some effective and sustainable dietary…
(w)healthyUnmasking Mental Health- James Addington’s Journey Through Mental Health and Addiction Struggles
In this not to be missed episode of (w)healthy, James brings vulnerability to the table and shares his personal experience in a mental institution, battles…