Interviews and episodes on a wide range of topics from local host Michael Rossa. Local music interviews, current events commentary and nutrition, health and wellness advice. Michael has a very broad area of interests but somehow ties it all together into one genre- life and celebrating those that have a zeal for it.
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Sep 28, 2026 · 28:29
On this episode I give my review of the Tom Jones performance at the Miller High Life Theater in Milwaukee, WI on Sunday September 20, 2026 www.tomjones.com
Sep 21, 2026 · 28:58
Victor is a Certified Naturopathic Practitioner, a Certified Wholistic Health Coach and a Health, Wellness and Nutrition Expert. He is the author of the book "How to Be Happy,…
Jun 23, 2026 · 1:11:22
This week we have the audio of my video expose concerning the shady tactics used by the sellers of GLP-1 products. I expose they way they mislead you by misrepresenting the data,…
Jun 8, 2026 · 1:06:10
Today we have on the program Dr Michael Haley who talks about nutrition and diet from a perspective of nature and how the body works naturally. We talk about the Biblical design…
May 25, 2026 · 37:43
This week we have Alenka Kyslik from SAHA Collective. SAHA is a platform she created to match patients with healthcare providers outside of the mainstream medical community.…
May 3, 2026 · 54:53
My guest today is Megan Gaul. Megan has lost 100 pounds and kept it off for 7 years by building habits that are repeatable no matter what environment you are in. She recently…
Apr 27, 2026 · 1:00:13
This episode of the podcast we welcome Alex Fredericks. Alex is the Founder and CEO of Tonewell. Alex shares his journey from the music industry working for BMI and Sony records,…
Mar 2, 2026 · 40:09
Today we have grief counselor Marcia Earhart. Founder of Sterling Rose Sanctuary where she and her team offer compassionate support to individuals navigating trauma and grief.…
Feb 23, 2026 · 1:01:13
The audio from my appearance on the 414 Podcast in Milwaukee. We talked about my musical upbringing, my tenure in The Now, and we talked a lot about health. We also touched on my…
Feb 16, 2026 · 46:43
This week on the podcast we have local talent- Kelly Jean. Kelly is well known in the local music scene for her role as co lead vocalist in the country cover band Road Crew.…
Feb 9, 2026 · 43:24
Christopher Zdenek is the founder, CEO and principal designer for Soma Ergonomics, an industry leading company producing Ergonomic Soma Chairs. Soma Ergonomics produces a wide…
Feb 2, 2026 · 38:15
Russian born ophthalmologist who immigrated to the US and discovered a method to reverse vision loss through what is known as the Bates Method. After Reversing her own need for…
Jan 26, 2026 · 41:24
Jodi Scott -CEO of Green Goo talks about her company and it's philosophy to provide plant based quality, effective skin care products without harsh chemicals and additives. Get…
Jan 19, 2026 · 53:41
Dr Shivani Gupta s a leading authority in Ayurvedic Sciences, and completed her PhD focused on turmeric at the prestigious Hindu University of America in Florida. As the founder…
Jan 5, 2026 · 48:55
Eileen Kopsaftis has spent 30 years studying the relationship between pain and aging. She earned her PT degree in 1994, She now is also a certified applied functional science…
Dec 22, 2025 · 31:29
Dylan McDonnell the founder and CEO of Foodini. Foodini is a Dietary Intelligence Platform that creates AI-driven ingredient transparency and tagging solutions for food tech and…
Dec 15, 2025 · 47:26
This week on the podcast we have the audio from a live coaching call of mine inside my private Facebook group. I go over everything you need to know about how calories work in…
Dec 1, 2025 · 37:54
This week we have CEO and founder of GreenChoice. GreenChoice is an app enabling users to find and buy food products based on their dietary preferences and values within their…
Nov 24, 2025 · 54:40
Michael transitioned to a vegetarian diet in 1976, he then adopted a whole-food, plant-based lifestyle in 2008, and earned a Plant-Based Nutrition certification from the T. Colin…
Nov 17, 2025 · 49:14
Bracha Goetz is a Harvard-educated wellness expert and author of 45 books that help teach children how to grow a feeling of gratitude. She talks about her personal struggle with…
Nov 10, 2025 · 41:14
This week on the show we have Dr Gary Sprouse. Dr Sprouse practiced medicine as a primary care physician for 38 years. He has changed the focus of his practice to help people…
Nov 3, 2025 · 51:37
Heather Vickery is a transformational success coach and public speaker with 20+ years of leadership experience. She works with conscious leaders and executives to lead from a…
Oct 27, 2025 · 49:50
Today we have on the program Alisha Kapani - a mind body mentor with a background in Quantum healing and natural medicine. A personal struggle with depression and suicide brought…
Sep 29, 2025 · 1:01:13
Jessica Cerra is a former pro racing cyclist turned entrepreneur. After studying exercise physiology at San Diego State University, she went on to join Alete Active Nutrition- a…
Sep 15, 2025 · 1:06:19
This week we have master trainer and author of Born Superhuman- Dan Metcalfe. Dan has logged countless hours as a trainer as a USA Olympic Development Coach, performed for…
Aug 31, 2025 · 16:28
This episode is a concert review from the Loverboy concert in Oshkosh, Wi It was an amazing show by an iconic 80's rock band that is still out there putting on great performances…
Aug 19, 2025 · 49:14
Kwame Terra is an impactful health tech entrepreneur and public health advocate, best known as the founder and CEO of bEHR Health. bEHR Health is a community-based,…
Jul 21, 2025 · 34:05
Today we talk with esteemed immunologist Dr Ebru. Dr. Ebru launched AveSeena, a skincare brand using effective, non-irritating ingredients to promote healthier skin wellness.…
Jul 15, 2025 · 23:50
On this episode I go through my most recent blood work as a 9 year vegan. Showing you what you can expect if you decide to give this lifestyle a chance. www.rossafit.com for one…
May 19, 2025 · 1:03:29
Today on the podcast I include the audio from my Healthy Dining Handbook. This was a paid video course where I walk you through strategies to be able to eat out at restaurants…
May 12, 2025 · 44:50
Today we talk with Dr. Carl Rothschild. He the founder, researcher, and owner of Trifecta Light™ Technologies, Inc., the industry leader in the LED Infrared/Red Light therapeutic…
May 5, 2025 · 1:21:24
Today on the show we talk with Coach Kev Ramon. Kev is a fruitarian- someone who only consumes fruit. He talks about what lead him to this dietary choice, the evidence that it is…
Apr 28, 2025 · 14:27
This week we go back to an older video I did about the warning signs or symptoms that you should not take lightly in your health journey. I like to call them symptoms, because…
Apr 21, 2025 · 40:10
On this episode I talk about my experience with the Dr Stephen Cabral 7 day functional medicine detox. I have been wanting to try a health program such as this for some time and…
Mar 17, 2025 · 34:22
I've been vegan for 10 years now, and in this episode, I talk about why I continue with this diet and lifestyle, and the reasons you may want to consider it for yourself.…
Mar 10, 2025 · 34:30
Many times venues consult with sound production people, but nobody asks the band what they would like to see in a venue. This week I share my tips from over 30 years of…
Mar 3, 2025 · 1:04:54
Today on the show we talk with Todd Ashbeck- founding member of Rising Phoenix. Todd was recently let go from the band after 12 years of service under somewhat contentious…
Feb 25, 2025 · 31:41
Today, we’re joined by Josh Merritt, a rising “truthful troubadour” in the tradition of Hank Williams and Zach Brown. With a southeast dose of hill country credibility, Josh’s…
Feb 3, 2025 · 40:28
This week we talk about dealing with the inevitable band member change. Whether you are having someone leave the band, or asking someone to leave the band, this can be a very…
Jan 27, 2025 · 1:15:23
This week we continue my discussion of the saturation of the local cover band scene with Michael Grassman of Sound Check Entertainment. Michael is a liaison between some local…
Jan 20, 2025 · 1:22:29
Today we talk with Geoff Landon. Geoff is a long time staple of the Wisconsin music industry. Based out of Wisconsin Rapids, Geoff is a singer, songwriter and performing artist…
Jan 13, 2025 · 52:52
Today we have Board Certified health practitioner, Aleiah Kennedy from Be Well Co. She talks about the benefits of choosing functional medicine over conventional medicine, her…
Jan 6, 2025 · 43:25
This week I give my thoughts on the , what I call, over saturation of the local South Eastern Wisconsin music scene. What I see compared to years ago, and what I think is causing…
Dec 30, 2024 · 35:44
In this episode, we dive into the science behind how a high saturated fat diet impacts cholesterol levels and what that means for your heart health. Discover why saturated fats…
Dec 23, 2024 · 31:17
This week we have a show review of the Daughtry concert at The Epic Center in Green Bay Wisconsin on December 21, 2024 Supporting scts were Devour The Day and Sleep Theory. Below…
Nov 25, 2024 · 28:40
In this episode, continuing my series on the most common ailments today, we talk about gallstones, and gallbladder disease. I explain how the gallbladder works and why it becomes…
Nov 18, 2024 · 30:12
This week we have the audio of my interview for the Wisconsin Music Podcast. We talked a lot about my 20 years in the cover band industry, things I've learned along the way about…
Nov 11, 2024 · 35:49
In this episode I tell the story of the day my dad died, and how that event shaped who I became after. I also talk about some things that happen during an event like this and…
Nov 4, 2024 · 31:13
This week we examine the real truth about high blood pressure and how easy it is to lower it. I go over the mechanism by which blood pressure gets elevated and explain the real…
Oct 28, 2024 · 33:09
This week we talk about the success of one of my recent clients- Tiffany. Slawyk Tiffany lost 19 pounds in the first 6 weeks, and greatly reduced her swelling and inflammation.…
Oct 21, 2024 · 52:06
In this episode, I talk about my health coaching program. What it is , what it can do for you, and answer some questions that some have had about what it entails and what I…
Sep 30, 2024 · 34:00
This week we have Jason Bronstad, CEO of Malk Organics- a producer of a limited ingredient, all organic plant based milk products. Jason began consulting for MALK Organics in…
Sep 23, 2024 · 1:49:24
In this episode, I sit down with Jon Kapity of the Facebook Group "Rock Guitarists of the Midwest". We dive deep into a bunch of topics including where music started for me, my…
Sep 16, 2024 · 39:51
Today we start the first of a multi-part series on chronic diseases that affect hundreds of millions of Americans. This episode will focus on diabetes and inform you on the…
Sep 9, 2024 · 48:53
On this episode we talk with a hot new artist in the local music scene- Maddie Jo. Maddie Jo has been tearing up the local music venues in just two short years with a distinct…
Jul 22, 2024 · 15:56
In this episode we explore all the things I am deficient in by eating a vegan diet. How to correct them, and also how to prevent those deficiencies going forward.
Jul 15, 2024 · 23:36
This week we dive into the hot topic across all social media platforms- bands using backing tracks during their live shows. I talk about some of the reasons why bands are doing…
Jul 1, 2024 · 32:32
On today's episode I share with you my challenge with my own food sensitivities. We talk about my 9 month struggle to narrow down what was causing me some issues, and give you a…
Jun 17, 2024 · 44:22
In today's episode I tell the story of how I lost weight and completely changed my health by deciding to get the real truth about food and health. I talk about my final turning…
Jun 3, 2024 · 31:23
This week we dive into the potential dangers of taking supplements. With a 193 billion dollar industry and a public that is constantly looking for a quick fix, it's no wonder the…
May 27, 2024 · 1:23:20
Today we have on the show “Happy” from the national touring 80's rock experience- Hairball. Hairball has been rocking massive audiences for 24 years across the country and abroad…
May 20, 2024 · 58:30
Today we have a program testimonial. A close friend of mine, Darren Jones, who has begun my Rapid Health Improvement Program and has already lost over 40 pounds, and improved his…
May 13, 2024 · 1:03:22
Today we have on the show, Amileigha and Jeremy from the hugely popular country cover band, Rebel Grace. Rebel grace has been entertaining audiences since 2010 and have…
May 6, 2024 · 40:56
This week we dive deeper into a topic I touched on in another episode- digestion. Learn how the body works, and how it WANTS to work for ultimate digestion, energy and longevity.…
Apr 22, 2024 · 29:38
This week we dive into the topic of sleep. Millions of Americans suffer from sleep issues and I talk about why that is and the very easy things and practices you can implement in…
Apr 15, 2024 · 53:22
This week we talk with Gabriel Sanchez of the Prince Experience. The Prince experience is one of the nation’s most successful Prince tribute act performing across the country.…
Apr 8, 2024 · 43:13
This week we have Brittany Shultz from Acupuncture by the Lake . With her over 29 years in the field, she talks about the benefits of acupuncture, and integrative care and what…
Apr 1, 2024 · 58:17
This week we have DJ Doty from the longtime successful cover band Road Trip. Road Trip has been entertaining huge audiences for over 20 years all across Wisconsin and is known…
Mar 25, 2024 · 51:06
Today we have on the show- Phil Norby from WAMI-Wisconsin Area Music Industry We talk about the exciting benefits for members of the organization, the scholarship programs they…
Mar 18, 2024 · 1:13:10
Today we have an emotional story of redemption and survival. We talk to co-lead vocalist of Boogie and the Yo Yo'z-Lorenzo Fredenberg. He talks about his journey to sobriety,…
Mar 11, 2024 · 40:20
This week I dive deep into a hot topic in the local live music industry. Venues have seen lower attendance for live music events and are looking for ways for the bands to help…
Mar 4, 2024 · 1:06:56
Today on the show we have Quinton Kufahl, highly respected drummer from Appleton, WI. Quinton made a move to Nashville, TN. in 2023 and we talk about the support of family and…
Feb 26, 2024 · 56:07
This week we interview Jason, Chris and Cory DeBraal of 3D. We talk about their early days singing and performing together, the approach to working out their incredible harmonies…
Feb 19, 2024 · 38:53
This week we dive into live music photography with Brian Netterfield of Teach Photography! Teach shares his wealth of experience doing live music photography for bands in the…
Feb 12, 2024 · 49:46
This week we have a health and wellness episode, and we discuss the benefits of massage therapy with Victoria Tollefson from Body Kneads Therapeutic Massage. We discuss the…
Feb 4, 2024 · 1:08:30
This week's episode features well known singer, band leader, and founding member of one of the longest reigning and most successful cover bands, The Love Monkeys. John also is a…
Jan 29, 2024 · 1:06:39
In this episode we talk with long time owner, Paul Budiac from Paulie's Pub in West Allis., WI. Paulie shares his much valued insight on what it takes to run , and keep running a…
Jan 27, 2024 · 26:19
In this episode I share my over 30 years of knowledge as a performing singer and as a vocal coach, on how to keep your voice in top shape even in harsh winter climates.
Jan 27, 2024 · 4:06
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