The Conversations
Hormones, Metabolism & the Truth About GLP-1s
If you have ever wondered whether your fatigue, weight changes, sleep issues, or mood shifts are “just getting older” or a sign that something deeper is going on, this episode is for you. Cathy O’Brien sits down with double board-certified endocrinologist Dr. Caroline Messer to unpack how hormones shape everything from metabolism and bone health to menopause, thyroid function, and weight management. Together, they cut through the noise on topics like GLP-1s, hormone replacement therapy, and osteoporosis screening, and help you understand how endocrinology can offer real answers when your body feels out of balance.
Building, Pivoting & Thriving in Entrepreneurship
When all you see are success stories, it is easy to think everyone else got it right on the first try. In this episode, Cathy O’Brien talks with KES Innovation founder Kristen Sgarlato about the ideas that failed, the pivots that worked, and what it really takes to keep building when the path is not straightforward.
What Really Happens To The Skin During Trauma & Cancer Treatment
In this episode with Dr. Angela Lamb, we explore what truly happens to the skin during trauma and cancer treatment. We talk about how different therapies affect the skin and hair, which changes are expected, which require medical care, and how proper dermatologic support can improve comfort, confidence, and overall outcomes.
Find Your Therapist, Find Yourself
In this conversation, Melinda Gong, founder of Sol Health, shares how mental health care can move beyond clinical language and into real human connection. From supporting Gen Z and Millennials through today’s emotional pressures to building community for emerging clinicians, Melinda explains why feeling seen and understood is often the first step toward healing.