The Dr. Joe Show

325 - American History, Myths, and Human Nature (with Dave Anthony)

Comedian, writer, and The Dollop co-host Dave Anthony returns to The Dr. Joe Show to explore over 250 years of American history, political myths, media, community, and how humor, empathy, and curiosity can help us better understand who we are and why we keep repeating the same patterns!

Check out The Dollop and consider supporting Dave and Gareth on Patreon!

324 - ACEs, Trauma, and the Power of Unconditional Positive Regard (with Julianna Burmesch)

Former school principal, speech pathologist, and author Julianna Burmesch joins Dr. Joe to explore how self-compassion, support, and understanding our triggers can help us break free from the past and reclaim our lives.

Preorder your copy of Life with Less of Me!

323 - Reclaiming Connection in Modern Life (with Jeffrey Hall)

Professor Jeffrey Hall, chair of communication studies at the University of Kansas and co-author of The Social Biome, joins Dr. Joe to reveal how our social environments shape our well-being, and why investing in everyday connections is the key to a healthier, more hopeful life!

Get your copy of The Social Biome: How Everyday Communication Connects and Shapes Us!

322 - Finding Your Voice in the Healthcare System (With Kenitra Dominguez)

HR advisor, pay equity advocate, and author Kenitra "Keni" Dominguez joins Dr. Joe to share how navigating a rare neurological diagnosis taught her the power of self-advocacy, and why she's now helping organizations build more equitable, people-centered workplaces!

Pre-order your copy of Because I Deserve It: What Chronic Illness Taught Me about Finding My Voice in the Healthcare System and learn more about Keni's work on her website!

321 - Ending a Marriage Without Ending a Family (with Karen McNenny)

Divorce consultant and author Karen McNenny joins Dr. Joe to discuss how couples can end a marriage without destroying their family, using compassion, thoughtful communication, and child-centered planning to create a healthier two-home future!

Learn more about Karen, get your copy of The Good Divorce, and check out her podcast on her website!

320 - Resilience, Stress, and the Power of Community (with Dr. Michael Ungar)

Resilience expert Professor Michael Ungar, PhD joins Dr. Joe to explore how stress, social connection, routine, environment, and feeling valued all shape our ability to adapt, recover, and thrive!

Learn more about Dr. Ungar's work on his website and at the Resilience Research Centre!

319 - Small Town Stories, Big Human Truths (with Anne Shaw Heinrich)

Author Anne Shaw Heinrich rejoins Dr. Joe to discuss House of Teeth, the third book in her Women of Paradise County series, exploring storytelling, social justice, poverty, morality, family, and the power of staying curious about other people’s lives!

Preorder your copy of House of Teeth!

318 - A Veteran’s Journey Through Identity, Humor, and Hope (with Dana Caron)

Retired Army veteran, model, and stand-up comedian Dana Caron joins Dr. Joe to share her journey through military service, gender dysphoria, transition, mental health, and the power of humor, kindness, and understanding people different from ourselves!

317 – Emptying the Nest and Finding Joy Again (with Morgan Baker)

Another incredible classmate of Dr. Joe's, author and educator Morgan Baker, joins him to explore how divorce, parenting, empty nesting, and personal reinvention shape our sense of identity, attachment, and joy throughout life’s many transitions!

Get your copy of Emptying the Nest: Getting Better at Goodbyes!

316 - The Power of Respectful Engagement in Education (with Thomas Beuscher)

Celebrating their upcoming 50-year class reunion, classmate Thomas "Boysh" Beuscher joins Dr. Joe to reflect on a 35-year career in international education, exploring how cultural diversity, student independence, and respectful engagement shape trust, connection, and growth in young people!