What the Health Just Happened?

What’s REALLY happening behind the scenes in healthcare innovation? Join hosts Eric Ross and Trey Lowell as they welcome renowned cardiologist and clinical research trailblazer Dr. Michael Koren, founder of the Jacksonville Center for Clinical Research and host of the nationally recognized MedEvidence podcast.

In this highly engaging episode, we dig deep into the truth behind medical data, the blockbuster race to bring life-saving drugs (and GLP-1s like Ozempic) to market, and how the next wave of gene editing may CURE diseases for good.

From stories of anesthesia’s wild beginnings, to the bill...

Ron Armstrong joins Eric Ross and Trey Lowell on What the Health Just Happened, recorded on-site at Grounds for Grace off University Blvd in Jacksonville.

Ron is the founder of Sponsored by Grace, a multimillion-dollar community revitalization movement he built from the ground up in one of Jacksonville's toughest neighborhoods, and he's now running for mayor of Jacksonville.

His story starts with addiction inherited from his parents at 14 years old, eleven years of reckless living, and a moment inside a church that changed everything. Sixteen years sober later, he's spent his life serving the city...

Storm Woerner and Patric Young join Eric Ross and Trey Lowell on What the Health Just Happened, recorded on-site at Xcel Performance in South Jacksonville Beach.

Storm Woerner, co-owner and CEO of Xcel Performance, built one of the most respected personal training gyms in Jacksonville without spending a dollar on marketing. He wakes up at 1:30 AM, has run a 110-mile race in zero-degree weather, completed an Ironman, and turned a hard past into the discipline that runs his life.

Patric Young, Jacksonville native, Florida Gators legend, SEC Defensive Player of the Year, and SEC Network...

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Michael Mayo, Executive in Residence at Baptist Health and Chair of the AHA's Region 4 Policy Board, to talk about what 32 years of healthcare leadership actually teaches you, why Jacksonville's hospital systems are doing something no other city in the country is doing, and what the future of healthcare policy, AI, and workforce development looks like from someone who has been at the center of it all.

Dr. Michael Mayo spent his early twenties building truck tires at Goodyear to pay for school. A job in hospital collections in Fort...

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We filmed this one inside the NLP Logix office in Jacksonville and the building alone told part of the story. Green and red lights on every desk. A swag closet. A Rubik's Cube. And a whole lot of people doing work that most of us could not explain but all of us benefit from.

Matt Berseth is the Chief Information Officer and co-founder of NLP Logix, one of the fastest growing AI companies in the country. He and his co-founder Ted started the company 15 years ago when everyone was talking about...

This week we pulled up to Aquarian Clinic in Riverside, Jacksonville and sat down with the full leadership team for one of the most entertaining and genuinely useful healthcare conversations we have had on this show.

John Kenny is a divorce lawyer who got run over by a car at 40mph, still saved $30,000 that year on healthcare, and built a clinic around what actually works. Chief Experience Officer Traylor Roberts was patient number three. Daniel and Sandra Tribby found their way to the team the same way most patients do. They experienced it and never left.

We sat down this week thinking we were going to have a shorter, more structured episode… and within about five minutes we were talking about healthcare costs, fitness, faith, fatherhood, editing videos at 2AM, youth sports, Medishare, rucking, AI, creativity, golf simulators, and John Daly potentially pulling up to Jacksonville in an RV.

So yeah… we completely went off script.

This episode was less of an interview and more of a real conversation between two guys trying to stay healthy, build businesses, raise families, create meaningful work, and navigate a world where healthcare, wellness, and life...

We sat down with Quang X. Pham and we genuinely did not know where to start. Retired Marine Corps helicopter pilot. Author. Keynote speaker. CEO and founder of Cadrenal Therapeutics, a NASDAQ-listed biopharmaceutical company trading under CVKD And a guy who started fishing in the Saigon River during a war.

Quangs story is one of the most remarkable we have ever heard on this show. Born in Saigon, evacuated on one of the last planes out of South Vietnam, classified as an illegal alien when he arrived in the United States, and yet he went on to...

We sat down with Nigel Green, CEO and founder of Sea Suite, and he came back for round two with something completely different.

Nigel has spent his career advising CEOs, auditing go-to-market teams, and working as an operating partner for private equity firms that buy and sell healthcare companies. But what he built with Sea Suite is unlike anything we have heard of before.

It starts with a simple truth: the boardroom cannot solve every problem. Some decisions are yours alone, and no amount of data, advisors, or consensus will get you there. That is...

What happens when two healthcare entrepreneurs with 15 years in the industry stop treating symptoms and start asking bigger questions?

We sat down with Luke McCann and Scott Revels, the founders behind Waymaker Health and Walk by Faith Wellness, and the conversation did not slow down. These guys have worked in nearly every part of healthcare including labs, pharmacies, clinics, and testing. And they kept coming back to the same thought: the system treats what is wrong but rarely tells you why.

That is what they set out to change.

Walk by...

We visited The Block Jax to sit down with owner and founder Daniel Moffatt — and what we found was unlike anything Jacksonville has seen before.

Daniel spent 12 years in commercial banking before walking away from the corporate world to build something the city didn't know it needed. First came Kanine Social — Jacksonville's first private dog park bar with daycare, boarding, and an on-site vet.

Then came The Block Jax — a $9 million outdoor food hall and live entertainment venue built from the ground up with family, community, and intentionality at its core.

This isn't just a...

In this episode, we ditch the guest and just chop it up.

From Trey's wild Sub Four Jacks bike event filming experience to healthcare costs, Medi-Share, the Masters, and a forward-thinking healthcare conference in Grand Rapids, this one goes everywhere and somehow ties together perfectly.

We dig into the real math behind traditional health insurance vs. sharing platforms like Medi-Share, what it actually looks like to fight a $38,000 ER bill, and why most people never question what they're being charged.

Eric also shares highlights from the Healthcare 2026 conference in Michigan — a co...

In this episode of What the Health Just Happened?, we sit down with David Koehn, founder of Koehn Outdoor and now the visionary behind The Called Council, for a real conversation about entrepreneurship, faith, failure, and what actually creates fulfillment.

David shares his full journey, from moving to Jacksonville at 21 with no clear plan, borrowing $12,000 to start a lawn business, grinding through years of mistakes, and eventually scaling and selling his company to private equity.

But the real story starts after the exit.

We dive into the...

In this episode of What the Health Just Happened?, we sit down on site at The Block with Niko Costas, founder and CEO of RTEAM, to talk about what it really takes to build live events, produce festivals, buy talent, and create experiences that bring a city together.

From starting the company in his dorm room at UCF to building one of the most exciting event production and talent buying companies in Jacksonville, Niko shares the story behind RTEAM, the vision for The Block, and why community is at the center of everything they do.<...

In this episode of What the Health Just Happened?, fourth-time guest Katie Tanner returns for one of the most honest conversations yet about human resources, workplace culture, and why HR affects far more than most business owners realize.

From employee retention and workplace investigations to workers’ compensation claims, non-competes, and the true cost of turnover, Katie explains why HR is no longer just an administrative department—it directly impacts operations, finances, leadership, and long-term business growth.

The conversation also dives into real examples from the field, including how companies mishandle compliance, why...

What happens when a podcast starts opening doors far beyond the mic?

In this episode of What the Health Just Happened?, Eric Ross and Trey Lowell sit down for a candid conversation about what has changed since their last bro down episode, including the launch of ET Media, a new company built around storytelling, content creation, and helping businesses communicate in a way that actually connects.

What started as a local radio show and podcast has now evolved into something bigger. Eric and Trey talk through how What the Health Just...

What happens when a professional bodybuilder builds a healthcare business around doing things the right way?

In this episode of What the Health Just Happened?, we sit down on site with David Kampfe, founder of Dynamic 3 Health, pro classic bodybuilder, coach, and recent dad of three. We go deep on the world of peptides, GLP-1s, recovery, gut health, and why the most important part of any of these tools is what most people skip: medical oversight.

David breaks down how bodybuilding has been the testing ground for optimization for years...

What does the future of healthcare actually look like from the executive seat, and what does it take to lead through constant change?

In this episode of What the Health Just Happened?, we sit down with Wes Marsh, Executive in Residence at the University of Florida and ACHE Regent for Northern and Western Florida, to unpack what healthcare leadership looks like when the stakes are real and the workforce strain is not a temporary problem.

Wes shares his path from the Air Force into healthcare administration, breaks down what ACHE is...

What if one of the most powerful tools for youth wellness wasn’t found in a clinic or a classroom, but in music?

In this episode of What the Health Just Happened?, we’re on site at the Jacksonville Children’s Chorus with Katherine Boling, Director of Operations, and Susana Cruz, Board Chair, to explore how music, community, and joy come together to support kids’ mental, emotional, and social well-being.

Yes, the performances are world-class. But the deeper impact lies in the life skills being built every day. Confidence, teamwork, discipline, leadersh...

What if getting lab work was as easy as walking in, paying cash, and getting answers in days, not weeks?

In this episode of What the Health Just Happened?, we welcome back Randi Beesing, multi-unit owner of Any Lab Test Now and ARCpoint Labs in Jacksonville. Randi breaks down how direct-to-consumer testing is changing the way people manage their health, and why employer testing and compliance are a major behind-the-scenes force keeping businesses protected and regulated.

We talk about the realities of rising insurance costs, why more people are choosing to...

What does it take to save one life?

In this episode of What the Health Just Happened, we sit down with Jessica Schacht (Vice President of Community Engagement at Brooks Rehab) and Amy Meyer (Of Counsel at Saalfield Shad) to talk about A Night for Heroes, the long-running fundraiser supporting UF Health’s TraumaOne program, the region’s only Level 1 adult and pediatric trauma center.

With the 19th gala happening on February 7 at the Sawgrass Marriott, the conversation goes beyond the event details. We unpack the real purpose behind the night, the...

What the health just happened in 2025?

In this special year-end episode of What the Health Just Happened?, hosts Eric Ross and Trey Lowell sit down for an honest, unscripted conversation reflecting on a year filled with growth, gratitude, hard lessons, and meaningful change. From new fatherhood and business evolution to recovery, wellness, and deeper community impact, this episode looks back at what shaped 2025 and what lies ahead in 2026.

The conversation also dives into health and longevity, including a recent experience with advanced fitness testing like DEXA scans, VO2 max, and resting...

What if you could stop guessing about your health—and start measuring it?

In this episode of What the Health Just Happened?, we sit down with Kelly Elizabeth Finnegan, owner of DexaFit Jacksonville, to break down three of the most powerful data-driven health assessments available today: DEXA scans, VO₂ max testing, and Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR).

But we didn’t just talk about it—we did the tests ourselves.

Hosts Eric Ross and Trey Lowell along with performance coach Troy Delaney, each went through the full DexaFit experience, giving us real-world results, honest reaction...

On this episode of What the Health Just Happened?, hosts Eric Ross and Trey Grover sit down with Matt Chang, founder of Chang Robotics and author of the new book Risk Taking Is Biblical.

Matt opens up about his remarkable professional journey — from raising his hand for a cross-country move from Florida to California, to traveling the world, to launching an innovative robotics company.

This conversation digs deep into how bold decision-making, faith, and the willingness to say “yes” before you’re ready have shaped Matt’s life and career.

A central theme of the epi...

In this episode of What the Health Just Happened?, hosts Eric Ross and Trey Lowell sit down with attorneys Robert Travieso and Mac MacLeod, two powerhouse legal minds who’ve joined forces to form the new firm Travieso McLeod.

Together, they unpack the realities behind medical malpractice — what it really takes to have a viable case, why some claims never see a courtroom, and how their experiences as former prosecutors shaped their approach to justice.

They also dive into why jury duty matters more than most people realize, share some behind-the-scenes courtroom stories, and reflect on h...

Sheikh Ali (pronounced milk "Shake") joined us to discuss the power of LinkedIn for Clinician & Healthcare executives.

If you are running a healthcare practice or team, seeing patients, or a variety of 100 other responsibilities, do you even have time to be present on LinkedIn?

Or wonder if it is even worth being on LinkedIn?

Sheikh can answer both these questions for you.... And directly help.

Inspired by his journey in medical school, Sheikh discovered he could help more people by "helping clinician/healthcare executives" than completing medical school.

And...

We sat down with BenefitBay CEO and Founder Brandy Thompson and wow....

Brandy joined us here in Jacksonville all the way from Kansas City to share her wisdom and experience and we are convinced she needs to write a book....

ICHRAs? Entrepreneurism? Work/Life "integration"? Being a mom of 6 daughters?

All of the above and more.

First half is heavy on the ICHRA talk; second half is heavy on the personal talk.

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Mental Health Support for an underserved populations.... Our Seniors.

Especially those in Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing and Memory care.

Dr Desh and his team wit Balanced Wellbeing are here to solve this problem. With an extensive background as a Triple Board-Certified Psychiatrist by general psychiatry, addictive medicine and integrative holistic medicine, Dr Desh has quite the story to share....

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Jesus, business, leadership and community?

That is what Lifework Leadership is all about.

Listen in to CEO of Lifework Leadership First Coast (Tammie McClafferty) as she discusses her career path and testimony that lead her to lead Lifework Leadership's mission:

Clarify your calling. Connect with a likeminded community. Captivate your heart for the city.

Home | Life Work

Listen to Dr. Chima Matthew, Director of Pediatrics with Able MEdical Group as he describes his unique and contagious approach to pediatric care.

Dancing with patients and their families? Yep. Praying with Patients and their families? Yep

Taking a whole life approach to improve the lives of our future generation? Dr. Chima is the guy for the job,

Able Medical Group | Best Primary Care Doctor in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL

Taking a journey this week into the difficult but necessary & important conversation around suicide prevention and what Here Tomorrow, located in Jax Beach, is doing to support those in the community who are struggling with mental health and suicidal thoughts.

Learn more about their resources, personal stories, and more, remembering most importantly that no one has to fight alone. ❤️

This weeks episode covers a lot of conversational yardage ✅open enrollment tips ✅benefits compliance ✅industry insights ✅career advice and, of course, ✅a little bit of football.

This week we sit down with Frances Arflin, the fearless leader and Chief Disruptor of DisruptHR Jacksonville. Hear more about this unique and fun event that's taking the HR world by storm.⚡

Fun rapid fire presenters, beer, food, and a venue fit for a concert: what more could you want?

Come check out the guest speakers and their wide ranges of topics, covering every facet of the workplace, on Sept. 17th from 5-9, hosted at the Bier Hall at Intuition Ale Works. Tickets and more info can be found by clicking here.

Join us on this episode with our friends at Guardian Pharmacy Khristy McClelland, Jessica Ross, and Jerry Talarico. Discover how Guardian is partnering with long-term care facilities around NE Florida, how they're working to improve the patient & family experience, and how they plan to celebrate twenty years of service in the North East Florida market. You also don't want to miss the stories of secret office romances, dressing to impress, and the truly best boss out there in Duval.

Join us for our first post-summer sesh back in the WTHJH studios as we sit down with Donna Wagner, Dr. Rob Kim, and Jessie Roush. We cover easy, actionable steps to make your heart health a reality. We also cover the annual First Coast Heart walk, happening this October 4th right here in Jacksonville, Florida. Click here to donate, register, and learn more about the AHA initiatives all along the First Coast.

Join us on this extended episode of What the Health Just Happened where we sit down with Terrance Freeman to discuss his journey of faith, health, and perseverance. Overcoming odds comes second nature to Terrance and we are left inspired by his tenacity and sense of purpose. You won't want to miss this one.

Join us for this week's episode as we welcome back return guest Dr. Paryani and new guest, UNF grad student Kendall Cashman to discuss new and exciting research happening right here in our own back yard at the University of North Florida: SWOOP! 🦅

Listen in on ground-breaking research that can not only predict athletic performance, but predict longevity AND give you ways to increase your longevity score through an AI feedback loop and specific counseling tools embedded in the app being developed by UNF in partnership with her sister German school, the Magdeburg-Stendal University of App...

Join us this week as we sit down with Nigel Green: coach and consultant to CEOS as well as two time author of The Revenue Harvest and How to Hire Elite Sales People.

We touch on

Always a joy to have local entrepreneurs on the show: until next time, that's what the health just happened. 🤛🏻