Diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at 31, then Graves' disease, thyroid cancer, and surgical menopause, nurse practitioner Sharon Lemoine shares what women in midlife need to know about hormones, thyroid labs, GLP-1s, and getting doctors to actually listen.

In this episode of Health, Wealth & the Pursuit of Happiness, Murray Sabrin talks with Sharon Lemoine, a women's health nurse practitioner with nearly 30 years in medicine and owner of Gig Harbor Medical Spa in Washington State. Sharon explains:

✅ The warning signs of adult-onset type 1 diabetes, and how it differs from type 2

✅ Why a TSH test alone may miss thyroid problems (and why T4 and T3 matter)

✅ How menopause and perimenopause symptoms are often dismissed or misdiagnosed as anxiety

✅ Why vitamin D, magnesium, omega-3s, and B vitamins matter

✅ How to use GLP-1 medications for weight loss without losing muscle mass

✅ The questions every woman should ask her healthcare provider

✅ How faith and purpose can motivate lasting health changes

⏱️ CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction: Sharon Lemoine, NP

02:11 Sharon's health journey begins

02:46 Type 1 diabetes symptoms: blood sugar over 500

06:54 Seeing diagnoses as a gift and a purpose

07:30 Hysterectomy and surgical menopause

08:35 Graves' disease and thyroid cancer symptoms

10:26 America's chronic disease problem

10:56 Type 1 vs. type 2 diabetes explained

13:12 Why the thyroid is so important

14:25 Living without a thyroid: TSH, T4, and T3 testing

16:07 Why men ignore symptoms (and women don't)

18:09 Nurse practitioner vs. MD: training and scope

19:34 Faith in medical practice

22:09 Why midlife women feel dismissed

25:39 Supplements and vitamin D deficiency

27:53 Mushrooms and core supplements

29:30 GLP-1s for weight loss: protecting muscle mass

31:27 Do you have to stay on a GLP-1 forever?

33:23 Questions to ask your healthcare provider

35:58 Telehealth and how to work with Sharon

37:17 Protecting the doctor-patient relationship

38:14 Closing thoughts

🔗 LINKS

Gig Harbor Medical Spa: https://gigharbormedicalspa.com/

Murray Sabrin: https://mafiusa.com

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Psychopathic Authoritarianism - that's the term psychotherapist and hypnotherapist Dr. Joseph Sansone uses to describe how narcissism, Machiavellianism, psychopathy, and sadism show up not just in individual leaders, but in entire political systems. In this conversation with Murray Sabrin, Sansone breaks down the psychology behind government overreach, COVID-era mandates, and why so few public officials ever say no to unchecked power.

Dr. Sansone is a licensed mental health counselor, board-certified clinical mental health counselor, and trained hypnotherapist (Academy of Professional Hypnosis, 1997), with a BA in Psychology, an MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and a PhD in Psychology. His new book, Psychopathic Authoritarianism, releases September 11th and examines the psychological and spiritual roots of authoritarian control from the founding era to the present day.

In this episode, Murray and Dr. Sansone discuss:

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  The origins of the term "psychopathic authoritarians" (tracing back to Ron Paul's 2012 farewell speech)
• The dark tetrad narcissism, Machiavellianism, psychopathy, and sadism and how each shows up in leader-follower dynamics
• How COVID-era mandates became a case study in mass psychological manipulation
• The Federal Reserve's founding at Jekyll Island as an example of Machiavellian strategy
• Hayek, Lord Acton, and Thomas Jefferson on the corrupting nature of power
• A look back at Lincoln, Wilson, and FDR through the lens of constitutional overreach
• Why James Madison stands out as a rare example of restraint in office
• How the same authoritarian dynamics show up in academia and other institutions
• What Sansone believes it will take to reverse this trend — creativity, resistance, and a return to constitutional principles

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Dr. Sansone and the Book

02:11 Overview of Psychopathic Authoritarianism

04:00 The Dark Tetrad Traits in Society

06:05 COVID as a Case Study in Sadism

07:58 Types of Narcissism: Grandiose, Vulnerable & Collective

10:28 Machiavellianism & the Federal Reserve's Origins

11:56 Defining Psychopathic Authoritarian Disorder

12:22 Social Psychology and Systemic Control

13:48 Historical Quotes on Power and Liberty

16:26 The Psychology of Power and Fear

18:23 Historical Examples of War and Power

20:35 Final Reflections and Hope for Resistance

If you're interested in political psychology, liberty, constitutional history, or the deeper "why" behind government overreach, this conversation connects the dots between psychology, economics, and history.

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Aging is inevitable but losing your mind isn't. In this episode, Dr. Glenn Gero breaks down the latest science on cognitive health and shares practical, evidence-based strategies to prevent Alzheimer's and protect your brain as you age.

We cover why there's no pharmacological cure for Alzheimer's, how oxidative stress and toxins silently damage the brain, and the lifestyle changes nutrition, exercise, sleep, and social connection that actually move the needle on long-term cognitive vitality.

In this episode you'll learn:

- The real scope of the Alzheimer's crisis and where it's headed

- How diet and nutrition protect (or damage) your brain

- The role of oxidative stress and heavy metal toxins in cognitive decline

- Why exercise and mental stimulation are non-negotiable for brain health

- How oral health, sleep, and social engagement tie into memory function

- Practical, actionable tips you can start today

⏱️ Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Aging and Brain Health

01:56 The Scope of Alzheimer's Disease and Future Projections

03:47 The Role of Lifestyle and Nutrition in Cognitive Preservation

08:01 Oxidative Stress and Its Impact on Brain Aging

12:08 Dietary Recommendations for Brain Health

15:04 The Importance of Exercise and Mental Stimulation

17:56 Social Engagement and Sleep for Cognitive Vitality

18:45 The Connection Between Oral Health and Brain Function

19:57 Toxins and Heavy Metals Affecting Brain Health

20:53 Managing Stress and Psychological Factors

22:13 Practical Tips for Maintaining Brain Health

24:02 The Role of Supplements and Lifestyle Choices

24:54 Summary and Final Recommendations

💬 "Aging is inevitable, losing your mind isn't."

💬 "There is no pharmacological solution for Alzheimer's."

💬 "Passion and purpose are key to memory health."

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#BrainHealth #Alzheimer'sPrevention #CognitiveHealth #HealthyAging #LifestyleMedicineAging is inevitable but losing your mind isn't. In this episode, Dr. Glenn Gero breaks down the latest science on cognitive health and shares practical, evidence-based strategies to prevent Alzheimer's and protect your brain as you age.