HHX: New Format, More Hacks, New Shows

Grasshopper New Media expanding into more new shows on health

The show formerly known as the Health Hacks Podcast will now be referred to as HHX (it seems the folks over at Apple don't like people using the term "podcast" to describe this format, although I'm sure Kleenex, Kool-Aid, Coke, Q-Tip, Band-Aid, and Windex don't have any problem with people using their brand name in a generic way!).

Plus, most people seem to be under the impression that you need an iPod to listen to a podcast. Not so! In fact, you can listen to it over your computer RIGHT NOW--in fact, here's Epidode 8 of HHX for your listening pleasure!

 Health Hacks Podcast Episode 8: PopUp Player

This week's show features a new format with more hacks and less music. Let us know what you think.

We have Reinhard Engels from Everyday Systems talking about habits and setting goals. Our newest contributor Eve the OT emphasizing the impact of stress on your health and how to better manager it (boy, do I need that right about now!). You get to hear the final segment of Kevin Kennedy-Spaien's interview with Occupational Therapist Rick Frank on yoga. And I talk about Tricia Cunningham’s new book coming out in December called "The Reverse Diet: Lose Weight by Eating Dinner for Breakfast and Breakfast for Dinner."

Please share your feedback about HHX Episode 8 by clicking here. In fact, check out what this listener had to say about my segment on HHX from last week...I get the feeling she's not very fond of livin' la vida low-carb. HA!

Exciting things are happening at Grasshopper New Media behind the scenes right now that I'd like to share with you and invite you to become a part of. Have you ever wanted to host your own show about health that would reach an audience of hundreds, thousands, maybe even tens or hundreds of thousands? Hey, it could happen if you have something to say! That's why GNMHealth.com was created.

They are actively looking for fresh voices to start hosting new shows similar to HHX, except with various themes. For example, they have offered to pick up the show I was going to do on the radio locally here in Greenville/Spartanburg, SC area since it did not work out and begin airing "The Livin' La Vida Low-Carb Show with Jimmy Moore" coming soon (I'll let you know more when it happens)! I'm so excited about flying solo with a show focused exclusively on the low-carb lifestyle.

Another show that GNMHealth is wanting to do is one that features people who have lost over 100 pounds that would be geared to people who NEED to lose over 100 pounds. Know anyone like that?! I can think of a few! :D

Or perhaps you have the most unique show idea on the planet as it relates to health. Feel free to share it with the team at GNMHealth by clicking here. This could be YOUR opportunity to share your thoughts and opinions on health to a larger audience. Let me know what you idea is and I'll put in a good word for you with the people at Grasshopper New Media! THANKS for listening and more exciting things are in store coming soon!

Episode 7 Debuts Our First Health Hackette

Okay, ladies, the Health Hacks Podcast has its first woman, Eve the OT

When you listen to Episode 7 of The Health Hacks Podcast this week, then you may hear the voice of a new member of the Health Hacks Podcast Posse. Her name is Eve the OT (Occupational Therapist) who brings her professional and personal insights on healthy living to the program. I think you'll enjoy her and the rest of us in Episode 7!

 Health Hacks Podcast Episode 7: PopUp Player

Eve talks about setting appropriate goals in your fitness to be the success you need to be when improving your life in some way. The always interesting Reinhard Engels talks his "glass ceiling” concept for preventing overindulgence with alcoholic beverages. My segment is on why me and my fellow Health Hacks posse team members have a right to talk about health despite not having any formal health education or training. Finally, Executive Producer Kevin Kennedy-Spaien continues his discussion with Occupational Therapist and Yoga instructor Rick Frank, this week about the subject of yoga as part of a healthy lifestyle.

Click here to post your comments at the Health Hacks Podcast web site. Do you like Eve the OT? Tell us, tell us!

Health Hacks Podcast: Episode 6 In The Mix

Ready, set, listen to another thrilled-packed Health Hacks Podcast

Episode 6 of The Health Hacks Podcast is ready for you to listen, be encouraged and learn about health.

This week's episode is the shortest one so far at just around 20 minutes long:

 Health Hacks Podcast Episode 6: PopUp Player

This week Reinhard Engels talks about a concept called “Weekend Luddite” where you conduct an experiment on the weekends to forgo reading e-mails and surfing the Internet for a time to rediscover what real life is like again. I'm not so sure I'm ready to do this yet, but I found the concept extremely fascinating.

In my segment of this week's Heath Hacks Podcast I discuss using photos and videos of the old you to encourage you when you feel like you haven't accomplished anything in your weight loss. Looking back helps keep you focused as you move forward.

Finally, Executive Producer Kevin Kennedy-Spaien talks to Occupational Therapist and Yoga instructor Rick Frank, this week about the subject of yoga as part of a healthy lifestyle.

Got any feedback on the show? Click here to post your comments at the Health Hacks Podcast web site.

Inaugural Episode Of 'Health Hacks Podcast'

Today is the BIG DAY that the "Health Hacks Podcast" debuted to a world in dire need of reliable news, information, and commentary about healthy living in a fun and unique format.

While I gave you two small samplings of what you could expect from this brand new health-oriented show featuring contributions from Chris Brogan, Reinhard Engels, Kevin Kennedy-Spaien, and yours truly with this and this, the "Health Hacks Podcast" is a well-produced show that will keep you captivated from start to finish. You'll laugh, you'll learn, and hopefully you'll be motivated to start living a much healthier and fit lifestyle after listening to the "Health Hacks Podcast."

Have you heard the highly-anticipated debut episode yet? If not, then you are in for a real treat. Just push play on the online podcast player below to listen to Episode #1 of the "Health Hacks Podcast." I promise you will LOVE it (yes, I'm a little biased because I'm a part of it, but listen anyway!):


Health, Fitness, And Inspiration - In Your Ear!

So, what did you think? Did it live up to the hype I gave it? Wasn't it GREAT?! I am so proud to be associated with such an incredible new project like this and look forward to sharing much more information about livin' la vida low-carb to an audience who may or may not be exposed to what this way of eating is all about. Don't ya know I'll tell 'em all about it! :D

Wanna keep up with the latest "Health Hacks Podcast" shows? Then CLICK HERE for the RSS feed or you can even download the show directly from iTunes for your iPod. Cool huh? You WON'T want to miss a single episode of this engaging, exciting and entertaining new show!

Share your thoughts and reactions to the show by using the Contact Page or by calling our Comment Line at 978-416-BE-OK (978-416-2365). If you do, then you might even have the opportunity to HEAR YOURSELF on a future "Health Hacks Podcast!" WOO HOO! Be sure to tell 'em how much you LOVE that "Livin' La Vida Low-Carb" guy Jimmy Moore. HA! Just kidding! LOL!

What I DO want you to do, though, is express your comments about the first show by clicking here. Good, bad, or ugly, tell us what you HONESTLY think of the show so we can make it better and better. Executive producer Kevin Kennedy-Spaien has put a lot of long hours of hard work and creative effort into making the "Health Hacks Podcast" a top-notch program with content for people at every level of health and fitness.

And don't miss the exciting second episode coming up next Wednesday at HealthHacksPodcast.com!