All You Need Is Love
Dr. Connie celebrates the month of love with a special show about the different forms of love: Self-love, family love, love of friends, romantic love, and long-lasting love. Her special guest is...
View ArticleGoing Viral - Battling the Bugs that Make Us Sick
Coronavirus and threat of pandemic disease have dominated the news for the past few months. Fear of infection has impacted all aspects of our lives from heavy losses on the stock market to cancellation...
View ArticleHow to Survive and Thrive During Tough Times
This month’s episode is a timely and relevant topic as we are truly in difficult times right now--- pandemic and surrounding pandemonium disrupts our “normal” lives into one of fear of contagion, loss...
View ArticlePost Pandemic Stress & Disruption
Are you experiencing what Dr. Connie calls “PPSD” or Post Pandemic Stress & Disruption? Tune in to this month’s episode for tips on recovering from this time, no matter how you were affected by the...
View ArticleFive True Things
Right when you thought things were bad, they get worse. Has that been your experience lately? Dr. Connie’s special show discusses how acceptance of Five True Things can reduce anxiety, bring more...
View ArticleThe Gift of Friendship
Dr. Connie and friend Marcia Meyer honor the memory of their dear friend Lecia Scaglione who passed away suddenly on June 18th. They share the lessons learned from the life of Lecia and how she was the...
View ArticleRoom and Zoom
In the past several months, nearly half of Americans have begun working from home more than ever before, and we all found ourselves being at home more than usual. Dr. Connie’s in studio guest, interior...
View ArticleThe Show Must Go On
When movie theaters are shut down and viewers are sheltering-in-place at home, what do they watch to entertain, educate, and escape from real life (to reel life)? Some of Dr. Connie's favorite guests,...
View ArticlePandemic, Politics and Peace
Do you feel your blood pressure rising day by day? You're not alone. We are living in fear of not only the pandemic- and the health and economic implications- but we are in the midst of one of the most...
View ArticleHealth, Wealth and Gratitude
As Thanksgiving ushers in the holiday season, Dr. Connie reflects on the theme of gratitude. 2020 is drawing to a close, and she will encourage listeners to count their blessings after what was a...
View ArticleReflections and Resolutions
It’s the last show of 2020 and the first show of Dr. Connie’s 6th season of House Calls. Dr. Connie is joined by Dr. Patricia Pepper and Elina Pepper to reflect on how the past year has affected their...
View ArticleStarting a New Chapter
Dr. Connie welcomes the start of a new year with how one begins a new chapter in life. Her special guest Rob Rafanan is from her Canadian family, calling in from Milton, Ontario. Rob shares the...
View ArticleLive and Love Again
With spring around the corner and Valentine's Day celebrated in the middle, February is considered The Month of Love. But Cupid’s arrow is sharp and can be painful, especially when one is faced with a...
View ArticleThe Power of Positive
Dr. Connie’s month of March podcast welcomes spring and the promise of new life, hopes and dreams. March also brings the one year anniversary of the pandemic. Are there any “gifts” from the past year?...
View ArticleWhat's Next?
It’s been over a year since the pandemic struck. Now over 103 million people in the US have received at least one dose of the Covid19 vaccine. Now what? Dr. Connie discusses the implications of...
View ArticleCEO Mom
Women wear many hats and can play many roles in life: daughter, sister, friend, wife, mother, grandmother, employee, entrepreneur, and CEO. Dr. Connie explores the important roles of women as mothers...
View ArticleCome Fly With Me
With over half of Americans having been vaccinated for Covid-19, and most of the world either having been exposed to the virus or getting a vaccine, travel is now opening up for Americans. Where are...
View ArticleFrom Tears to Cheers: A Toast to America and Great Wine
Dr. Connie celebrates America’s birthday on the July show. Vital to America’s heritage is the story of resilience. Dr. Connie shares the topic with her special guest Sam Kawa, sommelier of...
View ArticleThe Power of the Media
Do you believe everything you read in the paper, see on tv, scroll past on the Internet, or hear on the radio? How does the media influence and impact the way we live and make decisions? Listeners...
View ArticleThe Gift of Grandparents
This past Sunday marked National Grandparents Day, which was declared an official holiday in 1978. How important are grandparents? How do they impact the next generation? What lessons can we learn from...
View ArticleThe Spirit-Filled Life
Boo! As many prepare for Halloween this month, the end of October also brings the Mexican holiday known as El Día de los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead. A blend of European and Mesoamerican religions...
View ArticleThankful and Thoughtful
November is a special time of year, with reminders to remember and appreciate our veterans and to be thankful for everything that we have. Dr. Connie welcomes her in-studio guest, and son, Andrew, to...
View ArticleLight in a Time of Darkness
The holidays can be a stressful and sad time to so many, especially those who have suffered loss of a loved one, a job, or a break up of a relationship. How does one survive the season of joy when they...
View ArticleA New Beginning: Reflect, Release, and Re-Birth
House Calls enters its 7th season on VoiceAmerica network! Dr. Connie begins the first show of the new season with “A New Beginning.” Once again we are starting anew. How does one start off again in...
View ArticleLove Never Dies: Widows Words of Wisdom
Valentine’s Day celebrates love. But what happens when your special Valentine has died? Each year approximately 700,000 women join the ranks of over 11 million widows in the United States. Dr. Connie,...
View ArticleROARing into the Second Half of Life
More than one third of Americans are over age 50. Every day over 10,000 Americans reach age 65 and by the year 2030, one in five Americans will be 65 or older. “65 and older” no longer resembles what...
View ArticleHope and Healing
April is a month of renewal and rebirth. At a time of darkness in the world, April brings the promise of hope and healing. Dr. Connie interviews special guest, Registered Nurse and business owner,...
View ArticleA Mother’s Love
In honor of Mother’s Day, Dr. Connie shares the theme of a mother’s love. Mothers make many sacrifices for their children and would even give up their lives for them. To lose one’s mother in childhood...
View ArticleFatherhood and Finances: Tough Love
If we are blessed growing up, many of us have a father who teaches us discipline and the meaning of tough love. Two of the hardest jobs in these troubled times are being a Dad and being a financial...
View ArticleGod bless America: Sharing an American Family Story
Celebrating her 246th birthday this month, America has seen her fair share of turbulent times. Despite the challenges our country has faced, there are many who are most grateful to be Americans. Joined...
View ArticleFor the Love of Travel
How did you spend your summer vacation? If you traveled away from home this summer, you were among the 208 million Americans who got away. Dr. Connie interviews veteran travel agent, Haleh Malek, of...
View ArticlePrescription for Happiness
In tough times of social, political, and economic unrest, how do you experience happiness? It’s very difficult and requires conscious effort. Dr Connie dispenses her prescription for what makes people...
View ArticleThe Kids in the Club
We know that children are our future. So, what does it take to raise a good kid? Dr. Connie believes the two most important things we can give our children are: 1) Roots and 2) Wings. In this episode,...
View ArticleGrace and Gratitude
As we enter this special time of year highlighted by the holidays, Dr. Connie brings to mind some of the unique challenges of the season. The pandemic took a toll on American lives, and many of the...
View ArticleAll I Want for Christmas
The holidays are a wonderful time of year for giving and receiving. Sometimes the best gifts in life aren't just things, and we come to find that experiences and relationships can be more fulfilling....
View ArticleEmbracing Change
House Calls celebrates its 8th season with the New Year’s theme of embracing change in our lives. What are your New Year's resolutions? Many resolutions and goals involve making improvements to our...
View ArticleThe Gift of Love
To quote Sonnet 43 by Elizabeth Barrett Browning: How do I love thee? Let me count the ways... February is the month of love as we celebrate Valentine's Day and our commitments to family and friends....
View ArticleHow to be Heart Smart
We have been so focused on preventing and treating COVID-19 these past three years, that we often forget that more Americans still die from heart disease. Dr. Connie invites in studio her former Mayo...
View ArticleSpring into New Life
Dr Connie celebrates the joy of springtime with warmer weather and desert bloom. She also welcomes back Laura Ziff, to discuss re-birth and re-inventing yourself after retiring from professional work....
View ArticleIn Honor of Moms: Past, Present, and Future
The impact that mothers make in our lives is undeniable. Dr. Connie takes a moment to recognize the moms, grandmas and women who stepped into important roles for each of us and how they help make us...
View ArticleHonor Thy Father
Celebrating fatherhood in June, Dr. Connie pays tribute to the vital role that fathers play in shaping the character of their children and families. In a heartfelt conversation, Dr. Connie has the...
View ArticleStress Less through Mindfulness
Summer should be a time of rest and relaxation. But in our nonstop world of 24/7 emails, texts, and calls, sometimes it is hard to slow down, step away, and go off-grid. How do you handle stress? Are...
View ArticleInto Intuition: Listening to the Whisper Within
Have you ever found yourself entranced by a gut feeling, that subtle nudge urging you towards a decision? Or perhaps you've heard that faint yet persuasive inner voice whispering, take the leap, only...
View ArticleMany Goals, Many Roles
To many professionals, just being a particular profession is not enough to fulfill one's life. Dr. Connie and special guest Dr. Dena George share their experiences and passions that are filled with...
View ArticleA New Doctor in the House
Are there two doctors in the house? Dr. Connie's concierge medical practice at the Center for Executive Medicine recently welcomed Dr. Linda Eller, D.O. Join us in this engaging episode as Dr. Linda...
View ArticleHonoring our Veterans 1 Mile at a Time
Step into the world of resilience and recovery as Dr. Connie pays tribute to fellow veteran Danny Mayberry. Having served on the front lines with three combat deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan as a...
View ArticleThe Most Beautiful Time of the Year
The Christmas Holidays with their tinsel and light are often the most beautiful time of the year. Dr Connie explores the magical world of beauty with friends Maureen Francisco, co-executive producer of...
View ArticleReservation for One, Please
On Valentine’s Day, we think of couples sharing gifts of love and romantic dinners. But what about those happily flying solo? In the US, 46.4% of adults are single. Among the 117.6 million Americans...
View ArticleDollars and Sense
Dr. Connie Mariano sits down with a very special guest, Arizona State Treasurer Kimberly Yee, for a crucial conversation on financial literacy. It's a topic we often overlook, especially when it comes...
View ArticleThe Final Chapter: Are You Prepared?
Let's address a topic that people are afraid to talk about. Taxes? Politics? No. In this episode, Dr. Connie confronts the conversation nobody wants to have: Dying. Are you prepared for your final...
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