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Little by Little: The Science and Spirit of Real Transformation - An Introduction to Core Conversations - Episode #1
Season 1 · Episode 1
Tuesday, June 17, 2025 • Duration 01:07:34
This inaugural episode introduces Core Conversations, a podcast by Ampelis, a company focused on unlocking human potential through integrative health—connecting body, mind, and spirit. Host Robbie Harmon (President of Ampelis) is joined by Lon Henderson (Ampelis Founder), Tana Fox (International Sports Certified Nutritionist), and Kim Stoddard (Positive Psychology Coach and Curriculum Designer) to explain the origin, mission, and future goals of the podcast and company.
Key Themes:
Ampelis' Origin & Mission: Began as a family legacy consultancy and evolved into a clinical and lifestyle health company aiming to reverse mental/emotional fragility.
Behavioral Change: Emphasis on sustainable, simple, actionable changes—“little by little, a little becomes a lot.”
Addiction Recovery to Outpatient Care: Insights from early success in hands-on addiction recovery and the shift to more scalable outpatient clinics.
Nutrition as a Gateway: Discussion on the impact of poor nutrition on mental health, and how whole-food-based supplements and education can restore vitality.
Core 7 Supplement: Development of a new, high-quality supplement that combines essential nutrients into a family-friendly, whole-food-based product.
Empowerment Through Knowledge: The team promotes education over dependency—encouraging listeners to understand how and why their health habits matter.
Takeaways:
Behavior change is possible for everyone—starting with small steps like drinking more water, moving your body, or spending 5 minutes outdoors.
Nutrition plays a foundational role in healing, energy, and mental clarity.
True wellness doesn’t come from shortcuts—it comes from understanding, applying, and sustaining simple truths.
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Energy from Within: Metabolism, Mind, and Meaning | Tanna Fox | Episode #2
Season 1 · Episode 2
Wednesday, June 25, 2025 • Duration 54:29
How metabolic health—especially through food, movement, light, and sleep—directly influences energy levels, physical wellness, and even mental and spiritual health.
Key Highlights:
Tanna’s Journey & Calling: Tanna Fox, a certified nutritionist and founder of Live Right Nutrition, shares how her passion for helping people feel energized and aligned in body and spirit is rooted in personal, even divine, inspiration.
Understanding Energy & Metabolism: Metabolism isn’t something you're born with—it's malleable. Our mitochondria, the energy-producing structures inside our cells, thrive or weaken depending on how we fuel, move, and rest our bodies.
Power of Whole Foods: Tanna emphasizes choosing whole, plant-based, sun-grown foods over processed ones. What you eat literally becomes your body in a few days—so your grocery cart becomes your health.
Movement as Medicine: Regular walking and muscle movement are key to energy production and glucose disposal. Even light movement dramatically boosts metabolic function.
Mental & Emotional Health Connection: There is a strong link between the gut and the brain. Poor nutrition contributes to brain fog, anxiety, and depression. Over 90% of serotonin (a feel-good neurotransmitter) is made in the gut.
Spiritual Alignment: Living in alignment with personal purpose and divine calling contributes to sustained energy and fulfillment. Tanna notes that spiritual misalignment led to exhaustion in her own life.
Building Resilience in a Stressful World: How do Mindset and Mindfulness Practices Impact Energy and Health? | Kim Stoddard | Episode 3
Season 1 · Episode 3
Thursday, July 3, 2025 • Duration 50:42
Our guest this week is Kim Stoddard. She is an entrepreneur, Positive Psychology Coach, and Mindfulness Instructor.
In this episode, we dive into how mindfulness, meditation, and positive psychology tools can foster resilience in a world of increasing stress. Kim shares personal stories from her transition to rural farm life and how that shift revealed the necessity of mental and emotional tools to navigate uncertainty and loss of control.
The conversation explores:
The difference between mindfulness (present-moment awareness) and meditation (reflection and visualization for past or future).
How journaling and breath work serve as foundational mindfulness tools.
The concept of “pendulum thinking” — swinging mentally from worst-case to best-case scenarios to build cognitive flexibility.
Dr. Martin Seligman’s five core resilience skills: emotional regulation, optimism, cognitive agility, self-compassion, and self-efficacy.
Real-life examples with children, teens, and adults using mindfulness practices to overcome anxiety, stress, and negative thought spirals.
Tips for beginners to start small with grounding and sensory awareness meditations.
Each episode closes with actionable takeaways: Kims takeaway is using the “pendulum of possibilities” and trying short, consistent breath or senses meditations to ground yourself daily.
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Finding Meaning: How Purpose Transforms Your Life | Lon Henderson | Episode #4
Season 1 · Episode 4
Wednesday, July 9, 2025 • Duration 01:37:59
In this deeply reflective and wide-ranging episode, Robbie Harmon sits down with Lon Henderson, Founder and CEO of Ampelis, to explore the importance of meaning and purpose in life, particularly as it relates to physical and mental well-being. Drawing on decades of personal, professional, and spiritual experiences—from asset management to mission work—Lon shares how his journey has culminated in a life mission: helping others rediscover meaning.
Lon and Robbie introduce a framework for meaning built on three foundational pillars:
They discuss how this "tri-venn" model emerged from both deep research (reading over 180+ books) and lived experience. The episode touches on the societal challenges of prosperity without purpose, the pitfalls of unbalanced success, and the incredible healing potential of meaning in mental health contexts such as addiction recovery and depression.
Lon also shares how Ampelis has worked to apply this framework in therapy, business culture, and family coaching—and how the results have outperformed traditional models, especially in addiction recovery outcomes.
🧠 Key Themes & Takeaways:
Meaning is the new currency. In an age of comfort and tech, what many lack is purpose.
A life rich in meaning requires balance across personal growth, relationships, and spirituality.
Overemphasis in any one pillar (e.g., fame, faith, or self-help) without the others can cause imbalance or narcissism.
Stories matter. The Ampelis model was built not just from theory but from personal stories of when people felt the most meaning in their lives.
The Power of Movement: Activating Your Body’s Energy Systems | How Exercise Boosts Metabolism and Mental Well-Being | Tanna Fox | Episode 10
Season 1 · Episode 10
Wednesday, September 17, 2025 • Duration 01:37:23
In this episode of Core Conversations, host Robbie Harmon sits down with nutritionist Tanna Fox to explore the power of movement as medicine. They discuss how daily exercise impacts physical health, mental clarity, and even aging. The conversation highlights practical strategies for starting small, building sustainable habits, and inspiring families and communities through example rather than pressure.
The episode emphasizes that movement doesn’t have to mean long gym sessions—simple actions like walking after dinner, sprinting occasionally, or strength training a few minutes a day can create profound improvements in metabolism, mental well-being, and resilience.
Key Themes & Takeaways
Movement Is Medicine
Exercise benefits everything from wrinkles, gut health, glucose, and mental health to longevity
Strength training is described as the “fountain of youth.”
Start Simple, Build Momentum
Don’t get paralyzed by finding the perfect plan—just start moving
Even 1–5 minutes can make a difference .
Strength Training & Functional Fitness
Lifting weights and muscle fatigue are key for growth and anti-aging
Functional movements (groceries, sitting/standing, pull-ups) prepare us for real-life needs
Movement for the Mind
Exercise releases BDNF, which sharpens brain function and reduces brain fog
Movement builds stress resilience and balances cortisol
Family & Community Modeling
The Confidence Blueprint: Mindset for High Performance | Braden Brown | Episode 9
Season 1 · Episode 9
Wednesday, September 3, 2025 • Duration 01:29:57
In episode nine we are joined by Braden Brown. He is the Associate Athletic Director, specifically over Mental Health and Performance for Brigham Young University. Braden and host Robbie Harmon dive into the psychology of high performance—how resilience, confidence, and mental preparation shape success. Braden shares personal experiences and science-backed insights about handling setbacks, staying mindful under pressure, and developing routines that sustain long-term growth. Listeners walk away with both inspiration and practical strategies for building mental toughness.
Key Themes & Takeaways
Resilience as a Muscle – Failure isn’t final; it’s training for future wins.
Confidence Through Action – True confidence comes from preparation and consistent effort, not external validation.
Mindfulness in Performance – Staying present reduces anxiety and maximizes focus.
Redefining Failure – Viewing mistakes as feedback shifts your mindset from defeat to growth.
The Power of Daily Routines – Small, intentional habits compound into mental and emotional strength.
Self-Talk & Identity – The way you speak to yourself creates the narrative that drives performance.
7. Sustainable Success – Long-term achievement requires balance, not just constant grind.
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The Magnetic Pull of Mediocrity and How to Break Free From It! - Episode #8
Season 1 · Episode 8
Monday, August 25, 2025 • Duration 52:24
In this solo episode of Core Conversations, host Robbie Harmon reflects on seven years of working to help people make meaningful, lasting changes. Drawing on personal stories—including a transformative family trip to Alaska—and professional insights, Robbie explores the "magnetic pull to the middle," or society’s tendency toward mediocrity, and how individuals can rise above it.
He introduces the concept of the time value of change—the idea that making positive changes today compounds into even greater benefits in the future. Robbie emphasizes visioning and self-awareness as the critical first steps toward change, grounding these practices in research and real-world examples. He outlines five principles of effective visualization: narrowing focus, anticipating barriers, conditioning through repetition, visualizing both process and outcomes, and focusing on becoming rather than just achieving.
Through stories about family, personal growth, and the work at Ampelis, Robbie challenges listeners to reject conformity, cultivate meaning (through self, relationships, and spirituality), and embrace their potential. He closes with inspiring quotes from Nelson Mandela and Maya Angelou, reminding listeners that daring to stand out and pursue purpose-driven change can liberate both themselves and others.
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Inconceivable? How Parents Have the Power to Reverse Infertility and Unleash Our Children’s Incredible Potential | Christapher Cogswell | Episode #7
Season 1 · Episode 7
Monday, August 18, 2025 • Duration 01:26:30
In this episode, host Robbie Harmon interviews Christapher Cogswell, a cultural anthropologist, entrepreneur, and author of the forthcoming book EpicGenetics: Unleashing Our Children’s Potential for Health, Intelligence, and Beauty. They explore the link between declining fertility rates, deteriorating children’s health, and modern nutrition, drawing from both historical research and Cogswell’s personal journey.
Key Themes & Takeaways:
Declining Fertility & Children’s Health Crisis
Birth rates in developed nations are falling below replacement levels.
Rising rates of chronic illnesses, allergies, mental health challenges, and developmental issues in children.
This trend may reflect long-term nutritional and environmental degradation rather than just cultural shifts.
Influence of Traditional Diets & Ancestral Wisdom
Historical research by Dr. Weston A. Price found traditional cultures with unprocessed, nutrient-rich diets enjoyed robust fertility, painless births, and excellent dental and skeletal health.
Once these cultures adopted processed Western foods, health declined within a single generation.
Traditional societies prepared for conception years in advance to ensure the health of future generations.
Epigenetics & Preconception Nutrition
Epigenetics emphasizes how environmental factors—especially nutrition before conception—affect gene expression.
Both mothers and fathers should improve nutrient density and reduce toxin exposure before conceiving.
This preparation can influence not only children’s health but potentially the health of grandchildren.
The Gut-Brain Connection: How Your Microbiome Affects Your Mood | Tanna Fox | Episode #6
Tuesday, August 5, 2025 • Duration 01:25:35
In this episode of Core Conversations, host Robbie Harmon is joined once again by international sports nutritionist Tanna Fox for a fascinating and practical deep dive into the gut-brain connection. Together, they unpack how the gut microbiome—the community of bacteria living in our digestive system—directly impacts mental health, emotional regulation, energy, and mood.
Tanna explains how the vagus nerve serves as a communication superhighway between the gut and the brain, and how things like serotonin, GABA, and other neurotransmitters actually originate in the gut. They explore how to strengthen this system through probiotics, prebiotics, and amino acids, and why consistency matters more than perfection.
Through simple analogies like “feeding the little guys” (villi in your intestines), and sharing practical tips from travel and daily life, Tanna provides actionable ways to reduce inflammation, support mood, and use nutrition as a tool for long-term wellness—both physical and emotional.
Key Themes & Takeaways
Gut-Brain Connection
The gut microbiome is often referred to as our "second brain."
90% of serotonin (the “feel-good” neurotransmitter) is made in the gut, not the brain.
The vagus nerve acts as a two-way superhighway for emotional and physical communication between the gut and the brain.
Food as Medicine
Diet is a powerful tool for mental health—you literally are what you eat.
Probiotics (like kefir, kombucha, sauerkraut) and prebiotics (fiber-rich fruits/vegetables) work together to improve gut health.
What’s Really In Your Supplement? Unpacking trends, truth, and what sets good apart from bad? | Sarah Bega | Episode #5
Season 1 · Episode 5
Wednesday, July 16, 2025 • Duration 01:27:52
This episode dives deep into the nutritional supplement industry, demystifying how supplements are made, what to look for as a consumer, and how brands can create truly impactful, transparent products. Sarah Bega shares her expert insights from years of experience helping companies formulate high-quality supplements—most recently, with Core7, which is a whole-food-based, all-in-one supplement with 51 carefully sourced ingredients to improve your overall health and wellbeing.
Key Themes & Takeaways
1. Transparency is Everything
Consumers and brands should demand transparency—from sourcing to ingredient levels.
Many companies use “proprietary blends” to hide underdosing or protect IP, but this often sacrifices consumer trust.
2. The Complex Journey of Supplement Creation
Developing a supplement like Core 7 involves sourcing ingredients globally, navigating supply chains, testing for purity and potency, and ensuring bioavailability.
Each ingredient must work both individually and synergistically within the broader formula.
3. Whole Food vs. Synthetic Supplements
Whole food-based supplements often include important cofactors for absorption and are more bioavailable.
Not all synthetics are bad; some are necessary or even better in specific cases (e.g., fermented versions).
4. Personalization & Root Cause Thinking
The future of supplements lies in addressing root causes of health issues, not just symptoms.
Bioindividuality matters—what works for one person may not work for another.
5. Third-Party Testing ≠ Quality Guarantee
Young People & Energy: Teens and young adults are especially vulnerable due to processed diets and lack of sleep/light. Small shifts in food, movement, and sleep can unlock major improvements in mood and resilience.
Success Story: A client dealing with infertility, depression, and fatigue improved dramatically—energy returned, mood lifted, and she eventually got pregnant—by simply focusing on whole foods and outdoor light exposure.
Supplements: Tanna supports high-quality supplements like Core 7 when life makes eating perfectly difficult. Supplements should fill gaps—not replace whole foods.
Ampelis, Ampelis Life, Core Conversations, CORE7 Nutritional Supplement, Nutrition, Supplements, Health, Fitness, Mental Health, Neuroplasticity, Robbie Harmon, Lon Henderson, Tanna Fox, Kim Stoddard, Live Right Nutrition, Tommy Moore, Tommy Moore Presents, Mindset Content Creation Studios
Research & Case Studies
Dr. Francis Pottenger’s cat studies demonstrated generational health decline from nutrient-deficient diets, culminating in infertility by the fourth generation.
Modern parallels suggest we may be approaching a similar biological tipping point (“Omega Generation”).
Parents who improve their diet and environment before conception often see significant differences in later-born children.
Systemic Challenges & Solutions
Current agricultural subsidies, processed food prevalence, and synthetic supplementation undermine nutritional quality.
Regenerative agriculture, whole-food diets, and public education are key levers for reversing these trends.
Change requires cultural awareness, policy reform, and personal responsibility.
Projects & Call to Action
Cogswell is producing Inconceivable, a documentary telling real stories of families who transformed fertility and child health through nutritional change.
His upcoming book EpicGenetics will guide parents on applying ancestral wisdom in modern life.
Listeners are encouraged to support regenerative farming, learn traditional food preparation, and share knowledge within their communities.
Join us on a journey to unleash your child's full, magnificent potential!
*DOCUMENTARY PROJECT: "Inconceivable" Documentary (in production) Website: inconceivable.io Our fertility and children's health crisis share the same underlying cause! Learn the ancient secrets that could save our children's future. Updates & Behind-the-Scenes: Follow @inconceivable.film on Instagram.
*UPCOMING BOOK:"EpicGenetics: The Secret of Restoring Our Health, Intelligence, Beauty, and Fertility" Expected release by late 2025 - stay tuned to Pre-order updates available at inconceivable.io
These foods support mood regulation, better digestion, and energy.
Consistency Over Perfection
Consistent intake of whole foods, fiber, and supplements is more impactful than temporary fixes.
Small, sustainable changes matter—starting with one banana or a probiotic a day can spark meaningful shifts in energy and mood.
Inflammation & Modern Diet
Ultra-processed foods and additives degrade the gut lining, leading to inflammation and emotional imbalance.
Inflammation in the gut is tied to many chronic issues, including anxiety, depression, and IBS.
Amino Acids & Mental Recovery
Tryptophan (from turkey, eggs, etc.) is a key amino acid precursor to serotonin.
IV amino acid therapy has shown significant emotional improvement in addiction recovery patients.
Amino acids are essential building blocks for neurotransmitters and brain function.
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