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🎙️ The Glove That Relieves Hand Pain | Téa Phillips | Healthcare Wayfinders Podcast

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2419951/open_sms] Ep#021  of Healthcare Wayfinders, host Zach Aten sits down with inventor and entrepreneur Téa Phillips, the creator of the  @metaflexglove   —an FDA-cleared, drug-free solution for arthritis, carpal tunnel, and hand pain from everyday overuse. What started as a school project to help her grandmother has become a powerful, affordable medical device used by hand surgeons, veterans, and people looking to live pain-free without expensive therapy or medications. Téa shares the emotional story behind the glove, how it works, and the challenges she overcame to bring it to life. 💡 What You’ll Learn: ✅ How the MetaFlex Glove helps manage arthritis and carpal tunnel naturally ✅ Why compression, resistance, and stretching are key to hand recovery ✅ Téa’s personal mission and what inspired her to invent the glove ✅ What it takes to bring a medical device to market (on a tight budget!) ✅ How MetaFlex is helping veterans, surgeons, mechanics, and everyday users ✅ Where to buy it—and how it’s now covered by insurance 🧤 Order Your Gloves or Learn More: 🌐 https://www.metaflexglove.com 📍 Use the store locator or ask your VA provider 🛒 Also available on Amazon & Walmart.com 📌 Connect with Téa: 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tsphillips/ 📲 Instagram, Facebook & TikTok: @metaflexglove 📢 Know someone struggling with hand pain? Share this episode! 🎧 Tune in now! - You can also find Healthcare Wayfinders anywhere that you listen to podcasts.   Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3DEvJ6j   Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3PP9Owl   The Healthcare Wayfinders podcast is a production of Grassroots Labs.   🔔 Like and Subscribe to Grassroots Labs for more healthcare innovation and insights! Healthcare is Expensive. We fix that.   Grassroots Labs | Save 30-70% off lab testing you need when visiting the doctor or managing your health. https://bit.ly/4fIeazG   #HealthcareWayfinders #MetaFlexGlove #HandPainRelief #ArthritisRelief #CarpalTunnel #DrugFreeRelief #MedicalDeviceInnovation #TéaPhillips #EntrepreneurStory #VeteranCare #FDAApproved #StartupJourney #WomenInSTEM #AccessibleHealthcare Contact the Healthcare Wayfinders Podcast * Email us at podcast@grassrootslabs.com Special Thanks to: * Seth Aten who produces the podcast. * Grassroots Labs [https://www.grassrootslabs.com] for sponsoring the show. Review us on Apple Podcasts and wherever you listen. * Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3DEvJ6j [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbEgwckpsMjVBcWxyXzFxajZNV3hULVl1WFhGUXxBQ3Jtc0ttb3JqRnNlM3pzNGxuRlRkaWIydmFNSElmOFpkUVFUaHdLeDgyX1dVeTMtRmFJYlNRTnV4Q3pEVmYzdHhHNFY3clV3WHNUeloxa3hYeHNBWkVNXzdlblUwWWtsZFpnckQzQmlJVzV1c19ac2VubE1ITQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fapple.co%2F3DEvJ6j&v=gIH-QEYrjjQ] * Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3PP9Owl [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbGF2d3RIdDFscHpLUXhUbkRSWFRRckczaUhYQXxBQ3Jtc0trVXlyX2RkMjhPcElRVHNyUVgxQ29FSFZPV2pOOUFuV3N6dE5OeW8taHRHX3FXeTlnemk5WEt6b3BQVUlPdktacHVyeERfWHpJNm1SLUdhUENvSVFWcW1LbjhDQzUxSkdhM3haUHdiaFJsbTc3VXZuTQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fspoti.fi%2F3PP9Owl&v=gIH-QEYrjjQ] * YouTube: https://bit.ly/3DPhN9J [https://bit.ly/3DPhN9J]

🎙️ How Noom Helped Me Lose 20 Pounds | Honest Review + Tips | Healthcare Wayfinders Podcast

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2419951/open_sms] In this special solo episode of Healthcare Wayfinders, host Zach Aten shares his personal experience using the health and weight loss app Noom—a psychology-based tool that’s helped him lose 20 pounds and shift his entire mindset around food. Whether you’ve struggled with emotional eating, yo-yo dieting, or building healthy habits, this episode breaks down what makes Noom unique—and whether it might be the right fit for you. Zach shares honest pros and cons, how Noom compares to other apps, and practical advice for getting started. 🔊 Heads up: Audio quality is not up to our usual standard due to unforeseen circumstances. Thanks for bearing with us—we promise the content is still worth it. 💡 What You’ll Learn: ✅ How Noom uses psychology to support long-term habit change ✅ Why mindset is more important than just tracking calories ✅ The daily lessons that helped Zach rethink his relationship with food ✅ A breakdown of Noom’s pros and cons (and who it’s NOT for) ✅ Tips to make the most out of your Noom experience ✅ How to get started with a free trial + discount 🎧 Try Noom with a 14-day free trial + 20% off: 🔗 https://noom.com/r/SuNCXvCUA 📌 More from Healthcare Wayfinders: 💬 Subscribe for more honest health tech reviews 🎙️ Upcoming: Strength training app reviews 🌐 Grassroots Labs | Save 30-70% off lab testing you need when visiting the doctor or managing your health. https://bit.ly/4fIeazG #NoomReview #WeightLossApps #HealthcareWayfinders #NoomExperience #BehaviorChange #PsychologyOfEating #ZachAten #HealthTech #MindsetShift #LoseWeightWithNoom #EmotionalEating #HealthyHabits #HolisticHealth #NoomTips #NoomProsAndCons Contact the Healthcare Wayfinders Podcast * Email us at podcast@grassrootslabs.com Special Thanks to: * Seth Aten who produces the podcast. * Grassroots Labs [https://www.grassrootslabs.com] for sponsoring the show. Review us on Apple Podcasts and wherever you listen. * Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3DEvJ6j [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbEgwckpsMjVBcWxyXzFxajZNV3hULVl1WFhGUXxBQ3Jtc0ttb3JqRnNlM3pzNGxuRlRkaWIydmFNSElmOFpkUVFUaHdLeDgyX1dVeTMtRmFJYlNRTnV4Q3pEVmYzdHhHNFY3clV3WHNUeloxa3hYeHNBWkVNXzdlblUwWWtsZFpnckQzQmlJVzV1c19ac2VubE1ITQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fapple.co%2F3DEvJ6j&v=gIH-QEYrjjQ] * Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3PP9Owl [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbGF2d3RIdDFscHpLUXhUbkRSWFRRckczaUhYQXxBQ3Jtc0trVXlyX2RkMjhPcElRVHNyUVgxQ29FSFZPV2pOOUFuV3N6dE5OeW8taHRHX3FXeTlnemk5WEt6b3BQVUlPdktacHVyeERfWHpJNm1SLUdhUENvSVFWcW1LbjhDQzUxSkdhM3haUHdiaFJsbTc3VXZuTQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fspoti.fi%2F3PP9Owl&v=gIH-QEYrjjQ] * YouTube: https://bit.ly/3DPhN9J [https://bit.ly/3DPhN9J]

Your Grandma Has a Story to Tell—This App Helps Her Share It

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2419951/open_sms] Episode: #018 How many stories from your parents or grandparents are still untold—and what would it mean to preserve them before it’s too late? In this episode of Healthcare Wayfinders, host Zach Aten sits down with Nick Hasty, the founder of Linda AI [https://hellolinda.ai/], a voice-driven AI tool that helps people—especially seniors—record and share their life stories in the form of personal podcasts. Linda isn’t just a tool for storytelling. It’s a powerful way to foster emotional well-being, combat loneliness, and deepen family connections across generations. With natural conversations, thoughtful questions, and easy sharing, Linda is creating living legacies—one episode at a time. 💡 What You’ll Learn: ✅ How Linda turns voice conversations into shareable podcast episodes ✅ Why storytelling is essential for mental and emotional health ✅ The surprising tech seniors are embracing to connect with family ✅ How AI helps reduce isolation and preserve legacy ✅ Nick’s personal story that inspired the creation of Linda AI ✅ The future of AI-powered memory sharing and intergenerational connection If you’ve ever wished you could preserve your loved one’s voice, memories, or wisdom—this episode will inspire you to start today. 📌 Check Out Linda AI: 🖥 Website: https://hellolinda.ai/ [https://hellolinda.ai/] 📱 iOS App Available Now [https://hellolinda.onelink.me/5Ork/f51vozr7?pt=126724874&ct=default-landing-page&mt=8] 💬 Try it with your parents or grandparents—and preserve your family’s story 🎧 Tune in now! - You can also find Healthcare Wayfinders anywhere that you listen to podcasts.   Contact the Healthcare Wayfinders Podcast * Email us at podcast@grassrootslabs.com Special Thanks to: * Seth Aten who produces the podcast. * Grassroots Labs [https://www.grassrootslabs.com] for sponsoring the show. Review us on Apple Podcasts and wherever you listen. * Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3DEvJ6j [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbEgwckpsMjVBcWxyXzFxajZNV3hULVl1WFhGUXxBQ3Jtc0ttb3JqRnNlM3pzNGxuRlRkaWIydmFNSElmOFpkUVFUaHdLeDgyX1dVeTMtRmFJYlNRTnV4Q3pEVmYzdHhHNFY3clV3WHNUeloxa3hYeHNBWkVNXzdlblUwWWtsZFpnckQzQmlJVzV1c19ac2VubE1ITQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fapple.co%2F3DEvJ6j&v=gIH-QEYrjjQ] * Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3PP9Owl [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbGF2d3RIdDFscHpLUXhUbkRSWFRRckczaUhYQXxBQ3Jtc0trVXlyX2RkMjhPcElRVHNyUVgxQ29FSFZPV2pOOUFuV3N6dE5OeW8taHRHX3FXeTlnemk5WEt6b3BQVUlPdktacHVyeERfWHpJNm1SLUdhUENvSVFWcW1LbjhDQzUxSkdhM3haUHdiaFJsbTc3VXZuTQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fspoti.fi%2F3PP9Owl&v=gIH-QEYrjjQ] * YouTube: https://bit.ly/3DPhN9J [https://bit.ly/3DPhN9J]

The Essential Guide to Strength Training and Nutrition for Busy Professionals

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2419951/open_sms] Episode #016 of Healthcare Wayfinders, host Zach Aten sits down with strength coach and nutrition expert Noah Renz [https://goperformanceptc.com/Trainers/Noah-Renz] to break down how working professionals and parents can prioritize their health without sacrificing time for work or family. From hitting the gym to cooking smarter meals at home, Noah shares realistic, habit-based strategies for building long-term strength, staying consistent, and fueling your body the right way. This isn’t about fad diets or extreme workouts—this is about making your health sustainable. 💪 What You’ll Learn: ✅ Why strength training matters for long-term health and energy ✅ Simple nutrition tips for people with busy schedules ✅ The truth about working out vs. eating whatever you want ✅ How to start small and build 50+ healthy habits in a year ✅ Why coaching, accountability, and consistency are game changers ✅ How to make fitness & food work with your life—not against it Whether you’re starting from scratch or trying to level up, this episode gives you the tools to build a healthier lifestyle that actually fits your routine. 📌 Connect with Noah & Learn More: https://goperformanceptc.com/Trainers/Noah-Renz [https://goperformanceptc.com/Trainers/Noah-Renz] 🏋️ Go Performance Peachtree City 🎧 Tune in now! - You can also find Healthcare Wayfinders anywhere that you listen to podcasts.   Contact the Healthcare Wayfinders Podcast * Email us at podcast@grassrootslabs.com Special Thanks to: * Seth Aten who produces the podcast. * Grassroots Labs [https://www.grassrootslabs.com] for sponsoring the show. Review us on Apple Podcasts and wherever you listen. * Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3DEvJ6j [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbEgwckpsMjVBcWxyXzFxajZNV3hULVl1WFhGUXxBQ3Jtc0ttb3JqRnNlM3pzNGxuRlRkaWIydmFNSElmOFpkUVFUaHdLeDgyX1dVeTMtRmFJYlNRTnV4Q3pEVmYzdHhHNFY3clV3WHNUeloxa3hYeHNBWkVNXzdlblUwWWtsZFpnckQzQmlJVzV1c19ac2VubE1ITQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fapple.co%2F3DEvJ6j&v=gIH-QEYrjjQ] * Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3PP9Owl [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbGF2d3RIdDFscHpLUXhUbkRSWFRRckczaUhYQXxBQ3Jtc0trVXlyX2RkMjhPcElRVHNyUVgxQ29FSFZPV2pOOUFuV3N6dE5OeW8taHRHX3FXeTlnemk5WEt6b3BQVUlPdktacHVyeERfWHpJNm1SLUdhUENvSVFWcW1LbjhDQzUxSkdhM3haUHdiaFJsbTc3VXZuTQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fspoti.fi%2F3PP9Owl&v=gIH-QEYrjjQ] * YouTube: https://bit.ly/3DPhN9J [https://bit.ly/3DPhN9J]

Navigating the Complexities of Assisted Living with Petunia: A Family's Guide

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2419951/open_sms] EPISODE: #17 In this episode of Healthcare Wayfinders, host Zach Aten speaks with Greg Hearn, founder of Petunia—a modern tool built to help families navigate one of life’s most emotional and complex decisions: finding the right assisted living or memory care facility for a loved one. Greg shares his personal story that led him to create Petunia, and explains how the platform is transforming the way families collaborate, compare, and confidently choose the best care option—without spreadsheets, confusion, or scattered communication. 💡 What You’ll Learn: ✅ The hidden challenges families face during the senior care search ✅ Why most decisions are made under pressure—and how to reduce the stress ✅ How Petunia helps families make informed decisions, together ✅ Common mistakes to avoid when choosing assisted living or memory care ✅ How Petunia respects privacy, saves time, and keeps everyone aligned ✅ The impact of aging demographics on the future of senior care Whether you’re just starting the process or already deep in the search, this episode is a must-listen for anyone helping an aging parent or relative find the right care. 📌 Check Out Petunia: 🖥 Website: https://usepetunia.com 📋 Free Checklist: https://usepetunia.com/checklist 🎁 Wayfinders Special Offer: Use code WAYFINDER2025 for one free month 🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who needs it. Contact the Healthcare Wayfinders Podcast * Email us at podcast@grassrootslabs.com Special Thanks to: * Seth Aten who produces the podcast. * Grassroots Labs [https://www.grassrootslabs.com] for sponsoring the show. Review us on Apple Podcasts and wherever you listen. * Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3DEvJ6j [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbEgwckpsMjVBcWxyXzFxajZNV3hULVl1WFhGUXxBQ3Jtc0ttb3JqRnNlM3pzNGxuRlRkaWIydmFNSElmOFpkUVFUaHdLeDgyX1dVeTMtRmFJYlNRTnV4Q3pEVmYzdHhHNFY3clV3WHNUeloxa3hYeHNBWkVNXzdlblUwWWtsZFpnckQzQmlJVzV1c19ac2VubE1ITQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fapple.co%2F3DEvJ6j&v=gIH-QEYrjjQ] * Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3PP9Owl [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbGF2d3RIdDFscHpLUXhUbkRSWFRRckczaUhYQXxBQ3Jtc0trVXlyX2RkMjhPcElRVHNyUVgxQ29FSFZPV2pOOUFuV3N6dE5OeW8taHRHX3FXeTlnemk5WEt6b3BQVUlPdktacHVyeERfWHpJNm1SLUdhUENvSVFWcW1LbjhDQzUxSkdhM3haUHdiaFJsbTc3VXZuTQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fspoti.fi%2F3PP9Owl&v=gIH-QEYrjjQ] * YouTube: https://bit.ly/3DPhN9J [https://bit.ly/3DPhN9J]