What if feeling healthier, more energized, and more vibrant didn't have to be so complicated?

We hear so much conflicting advice these days. Eat this, avoid that, take this supplement, try that diet… It's enough to make your head spin! But what if better health begins with some of the simplest choices we make every single day?

Today, we're exploring “7 Suggestions for Good Health” with Dr. Bob McCauley Jr., author of The Seven Secrets of Great Health and several others. He is passionate about natural wellness and believes that what we put into our bodies, how we move, and even what we think can influence how we feel and function as we age.

We'll explore his perspectives on hydration, nutrient-rich foods, gut health, minerals, movement, and the power of a positive mental attitude. We'll also take a look at some of his more unconventional recommendations and why it's important to ask questions about the health advice we hear.

And you know how I feel about aging! I don't believe our later years should automatically mean winding down, giving up, or settling for less.

So whether you're looking for more energy, greater vitality, or simply some fresh ideas to consider on your wellness journey, I invite you to listen with curiosity and an open mind.Because good health isn't just about adding years to our lives… it's about adding more LIFE to our years!

Let's dive in with Bob and Call IT in With Dar!

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Are you creating a life you love…or repeating patterns that hold you back?

On Call IT in With Dar, Ani Anderson, author of Manifestation for Dummies and CEO of Somatic Coaching Academy, blends her background in occupational therapy, energy medicine, and somatic coaching to explore manifestation through body awareness and everyday choices.

Ani shares how uncovering unconscious patterns can open new possibilities and demonstrates a simple bouncing and shaking exercise to help interrupt negative thoughts and emotions.

So let’s call in Ani to hear about her book Manifestation for Dummies…call it in With Dar!

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What if your backyard could do more than grow grass?

What if it could grow peaches, berries, herbs and flowers… feed your family, welcome birds and pollinators, and become a peaceful sanctuary all at the same time?

Today we’re stepping into the fascinating world of Food Forests with Dr. Lynn Doxon. Lynn has spent more than 50 years pioneering sustainable horticulture and regenerative food systems, earned her PhD in Horticulture, and has helped more than half a million people better understand how we can work with nature rather than against it.

But her passion began years ago in Honduras, where she witnessed families growing sophisticated, abundant, multi-layered food systems long before “regenerative agriculture” became a popular phrase. When the traditional agricultural world resisted what she was discovering, Lynn eventually made a powerful decision: she stopped waiting for permission.

She began creating her own food forest - and today her grandchildren pick fruit right from her yard. One visitor walked through her garden and described it simply as “a meditation garden.” I love that, because this conversation really isn’t just about gardening. It’s about abundance, beauty, connection, and creating something today that can continue nourishing the people we love tomorrow. Let’s call in Food Forests! Let’s Call IT in With Dar!

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Have you ever thought, “I’m eating the same way I always have… so why is my body suddenly responding so differently?” For many women in midlife and beyond, the old tricks—eating less, counting calories, skipping meals, or trying harder—just don’t seem to work anymore. And when the weight comes back, it’s easy to blame ourselves.

My guest today says there may be a much better way. Dr. Heather Awad is a family physician and certified coach who experienced this frustration herself. After gaining weight in her mid-40s without significantly changing how she ate, she began digging into what happens to a woman’s body during the menopause transition. By changing how she ate and addressing emotional eating with greater self-compassion, Heather ultimately lost 27 pounds.

Today we’re talking about Losing Weight for the Last Time—without making food the enemy. We’ll explore her simple “menopause plate,” why grazing all day may be working against you, how to handle the person who insists you have just one more piece of dessert, and perhaps most importantly, how to get off that exhausting merry-go-round of perfection, guilt, and starting over on Monday.

Because maybe lasting change isn’t about having more willpower. Maybe it’s about finally understanding the body you’re living in now.

Let’s “Call IT In” ...” Call IT In With Dar!”

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What if one of the most loving conversations we could have… is also the one most of us would rather avoid? Yes, today we’re talking about death, baby! But don’t go anywhere—because this conversation is really about love, peace, connection, and living more fully right up until our very last breath.

My guest, Melissa Lewis, is a registered nurse, certified hospice and care nurse, teacher, and founder of Heartspace for Healing & Hospice. For more than 30 years, she has supported thousands of individuals and families through some of life’s most tender transitions. But Melissa’s calling began much earlier, when at just 19 she stood frightened and helpless as she watched her grandmother suffer in a hospital. That experience eventually led her to discover a very different way of approaching the end of life—one that brings together modern medicine, ancient wisdom, spiritual connection, and compassionate presence.

Today we’ll talk about what actually happens as someone approaches the end of life, how we can lovingly support them without being overwhelmed by fear, and why getting our own “ducks in a row” may be one of the greatest gifts we ever give the people we love. Because perhaps talking about death doesn’t diminish life at all. Maybe it reminds us just how precious it is. So… Let’s Talk About Death, Baby! “Let’s Call IT in With Dar”!

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What if our goal isn’t simply to live longer… but to live better for as long as possible? Imagine adding years to your life while keeping your mind sharp, your body strong, your energy high, and your enthusiasm for life very much alive.

My guest today calls it Peakspan. Bill Quateman’s journey has taken him from songwriter and recording artist to author and, ultimately, founder of Advanced BioCell, where his work focuses on regenerative medicine and functional longevity.

Today to kick off our 7th season on Call IT in With Dar, Bill challenges us to think differently about aging. We’ll explore what may be happening inside our bodies as we grow older, why he believes being proactive matters, and the surprisingly simple roles that sleep, movement, nutrition, stillness, relationships - and even laughter and hugs - can play in how well we age. Because maybe the question isn’t, “How many years do I have left?” Maybe it’s “How fully can I live the years I have?”

Let’s Call IT in, Let’s call in: How to Live in Peakspan.

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Welcome to a very special episode of Call IT in With Dar.

Seven years ago, I couldn't have imagined that a simple idea would grow into a podcast reaching thousands of listeners around the world. Every download, every message, every review, and every conversation we've shared has reminded me why I started this journey—to encourage women to live with greater hope, purpose, joy, and possibility.

Thank you for being part of this beautiful community.

Today we're celebrating with the #1 most downloaded episode of the year.

Clearly, this conversation touched something in the hearts of so many listeners, and I'm excited to share it with you again.

As we celebrate this milestone, I'm also excited for what's ahead. Beginning in September, you'll find new episodes every other week, allowing me to continue bringing you thoughtful guests, meaningful conversations, and practical inspiration for living your very best life through heartset, mindset, and soulset living.

Thank you for walking this journey with me. "As many of you know, these days I'm especially passionate about helping women become Travel Ready—not just for vacations, but for life. You'll continue hearing that same spirit woven into future episodes and conversations."

Now, here's our number one listener favorite.

Is Your Home Stunting Your Growth? With Kim Costa

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Welcome back to our 7th Anniversary Celebration here on Call IT in With Dar.

As I look back over the past seven years, I'm overwhelmed with gratitude. What began with one microphone and one dream has become thousands of conversations with listeners across the globe who believe, just like I do, that we're never too old to keep growing, healing, and becoming.

Each episode has been created with one purpose: to help you live with greater joy, deeper purpose, and more peace through heartset, mindset, and soulset living.

This week we're continuing our countdown with the second most downloaded episode of the year.

If you've heard it before, you may notice something completely different this time. Isn't it amazing how we hear exactly what we need when we're ready?

And don't forget, beginning in September, the podcast will be moving to a twice-a-month schedule. I can't wait to continue bringing you inspiring conversations for years to come.

Now, let's enjoy our #2 listener favorite.

The Universe Speaks with Jill Schuler

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