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Wondermous: A Healthcare Leadership Journey

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by Merikay Hunt

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Wondermous is the go-to podcast for healthcare professionals, medical executives, and conscious leaders navigating change. Hosted by Merikay Hunt, M.S., this weekly show highlights inspiring leadership journeys in healthcare, medicine, and business. Whether you're a health system leader, a physician executive, or a rising healthcare professional, you'll discover actionable insights, relatable stories, and proven leadership strategies to help you Learn. Grow. Lead. Subscribe, Like and Share now to stay updated on new weekly episodes that explore the human side of leadership in healthcare. To learn how Merikay Hunt helps individuals and organizations breakthrough to the next level performance, please visit: https://www.coachmkay.com/ To discover Merikay's leadership journey, order your copy of My Year on the Inside, Creating Catalysts for Change: https://www.coachmkay.com/store/

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Episode thumbnail for S02 E04  A Mission Born From Survival | Kina Lucombe

June 26, 2026

S02 E04 A Mission Born From Survival | Kina Lucombe

<p>From Cardiac Arrest to Community Impact: A Nurse's Mission to Save Lives | Kina Lucombe</p><p>What happens when a seasoned cardiovascular nurse suddenly becomes a heart patient herself?</p><p>In this inspiring episode of Wondermous: A Healthcare Leadership Journey Podcast, host Merikay Hunt sits down with Kina Lucombe, Founder and Executive Director of Hearts of Valor, Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to cardiovascular education, advocacy, support, and community health screenings.</p><p>Kina shares her remarkable journey from being a registered nurse with over 24 years of experience to surviving cardiac arrest, receiving an emergency pacemaker, and transforming her experience into a life-changing mission.</p><p>In this conversation, you'll discover:</p><p>✅ The warning signs of heart disease that were initially overlooked<br>✅ Why patient self-advocacy can be life-saving<br>✅ How vulnerability strengthens leadership<br>✅ The mission and impact of Hearts of Valor, Inc.<br>✅ The importance of cardiovascular health education and prevention<br>✅ Building a nonprofit that serves underserved communities<br>✅ Leadership lessons from healthcare, motherhood, military service, and entrepreneurship<br>✅ Homeschooling success strategies and raising high-achieving children<br>✅ Why collaboration is essential for creating meaningful change</p><p>Kina's story is a powerful reminder that challenges can become purpose, and personal adversity can inspire transformational leadership.</p><p>Connect with Hearts of Valor, Inc.</p><p>HeartsOfValorInc.com</p><p> Connect with Kina Lucombe</p><p>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kina-latrice-l-8b9b684/</p><p> About Wondermous Podcast</p><p>Wondermous is the go-to podcast for healthcare professionals, medical executives, and conscious leaders navigating change. Hosted by Merikay Hunt, this weekly show highlights inspiring leadership journeys in healthcare, medicine, and business.</p><p>Each episode features real conversations with hospital executives, physicians, innovators, nurse leaders, and entrepreneurs shaping the future of care.</p><p>Topics include healthcare leadership, team culture, medical innovation, executive decision-making, personal development, burnout prevention, emotional intelligence, and strategic growth in the healthcare space.</p><p>Whether you're a health system leader, a physician executive, or a rising healthcare professional, you'll discover actionable insights, relatable stories, and proven leadership strategies to help you grow.</p><p>Subscribe now to stay updated on new weekly episodes that explore the human side of leadership in healthcare.</p><p> Learn More About Merikay Hunt</p><p>To learn how Merikay Hunt helps individuals and organizations break through to the next level of performance and unlock true leadership potential, visit:</p><p>https://www.coachmkay.com/</p><p>To discover Merikay's leadership journey, order your copy of My Year on the Inside: Creating Catalysts for Change:</p><p>https://www.coachmkay.com/store/</p><p> Connect with Merikay Hunt</p><p>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/merikay-hunt-s-coach-mkay-company-773b575/</p><p>Website: https://www.coachmkay.com/</p><p> Listen to Wondermous</p><p>Spotify:<br>https://open.spotify.com/show/0ODZVx09pxS97tqzn0ynWx</p><p>Apple Podcasts:<br>https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wondermous-a-healthcare-leadership-journey/id1829913569</p><p>Amazon Music:<br>https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/dbdbb496-2f8a-4d09-9d98-1c046d4420aa</p><p>Like, Comment &amp; Subscribe for more healthcare leadership stories and inspiring conversations.</p><p>#HealthcareLeadership #HeartHealth #CardiovascularHealth #NursingLeadership #PatientAdvocacy #WomenInLeadership #NonprofitLeadership #HeartDiseaseAwareness #HealthcarePodcast #LeadershipDevelopment #HealthcareInnovation #MedicalLeadership #Resilience #PersonalGrowth #WomenLeaders #CommunityHealth #HeartDisease #LeadershipPodcast #Entrepreneurship #WondermousPodcast</p><p>We hope you enjoyed this episode of Wondermous!</p><p>— Merikay and the Wondermous Podcast Team</p>

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June 17, 2026

S02 E03 Finding Purpose Beyond Medicine | Adrienne Towsen

<p>What happens when a successful orthopedic surgeon decides to walk away from a career she spent over two decades building?</p><p>In this inspiring episode of Wondermous, host Merikay Hunt sits down with Adrienne Towsen, an orthopedic surgeon, entrepreneur, and healthcare leader, to discuss physician burnout, private equity in healthcare, career reinvention, and the courage to bet on yourself.</p><p>Adrienne shares her remarkable journey—from being one of the first women in her orthopedic residency program to building a thriving surgical practice, navigating the challenges of private equity acquisition, and ultimately leaving a 19-year practice to launch her own wellness and performance medicine clinic.</p><p>This conversation explores leadership, resilience, work-life integration, healthcare transformation, entrepreneurship, and the importance of finding purpose beyond professional success.</p><p>In This Episode:</p><p>✔️ Breaking barriers as a woman in orthopedic surgery<br>✔️ The realities of physician burnout<br>✔️ How private equity is changing healthcare<br>✔️ Leadership lessons from difficult transitions<br>✔️ Why Adrienne left a successful medical practice<br>✔️ Building a wellness-focused healthcare business<br>✔️ The power of networking and LinkedIn<br>✔️ How to find the courage to start over<br>✔️ Betting on yourself and embracing change</p><p>Whether you're a healthcare professional, physician, entrepreneur, executive, or someone considering a major career change, this episode offers practical insights and inspiration for navigating uncertainty and building a fulfilling future.</p><p>If this conversation resonated with you, give it a like, leave a comment below, and subscribe so you never miss an episode of Wondermous: A Healthcare Leadership Journey.</p><p>Connect with Adrienne here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adriennetowsen/</p><p>To learn how Merikay Hunt helps individuals and organizations breakthrough to the next level performance and unlock true leadership potential, please visit https://www.coachmkay.com/<br>To discover Merikay's leadership journey, order your copy of My Year on the Inside, Creating Catalysts for Change: https://www.coachmkay.com/store/</p><p>We hope you enjoyed this episode of Wondermous!<br> – Merikay and the Wondermous podcast team</p><p>Connect with Merikay on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/merikay-hunt-s-coach-mkay-company-773b575/<br>Visit the CoachMKay website here: https://www.coachmkay.com/</p><p>Listen to Wondermous on these podcast platforms:<br> Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0ODZVx09pxS97tqzn0ynWx<br> Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wondermous-a-healthcare-leadership-journey/id1829913569<br> Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/dbdbb496-2f8a-4d09-9d98-1c046d4420aa</p><p>We hope you enjoyed this episode of Wondermous!</p><p>— Merikay and the Wondermous Podcast Team</p><p>About Wondermous</p><p>Wondermous is the go-to podcast for healthcare professionals, medical executives, and conscious leaders navigating change. Hosted by Merikay Hunt, this weekly show highlights inspiring leadership journeys in healthcare, medicine, and business. Each episode features real conversations with hospital executives, physicians, innovators, nurse leaders, and entrepreneurs shaping the future of care.</p><p>Topics include healthcare leadership, team culture, medical innovation, executive decision-making, personal development, burnout prevention, emotional intelligence, and strategic growth in the healthcare space.</p><p>Whether you're a health system leader, a physician executive, or a rising healthcare professional, you'll discover actionable insights, relatable stories, and proven leadership strategies to help you grow.</p><p>Subscribe now to stay updated on new weekly episodes that explore the human side of leadership in healthcare.</p><p>#HealthcareLeadership #PhysicianBurnout #PrivateEquityHealthcare #OrthopedicSurgery #WomenInMedicine #HealthcarePodcast #LeadershipDevelopment #CareerChange #Entrepreneurship #WellnessMedicine #HealthcareInnovation #MedicalLeadership #WomenLeaders #Resilience #LinkedInNetworking #PersonalGrowth #WorkLifeBalance #BusinessLeadership #HealthcareIndustry #WondermousPodcast</p>

Episode thumbnail for S02 E02  Unlock Your Brain’s Potential | Eric Collett

June 10, 2026

S02 E02 Unlock Your Brain’s Potential | Eric Collett

<p>In this inspiring episode of Wondermous, host Merikay Hunt sits down with Eric Collett, founder of A Mind for All Seasons, to discuss entrepreneurship, leadership, brain health, and the courage it takes to pursue a greater purpose.</p><p>After spending 16 years leading assisted living and memory care communities, Eric made the difficult decision to leave a successful healthcare career and build a company dedicated to improving brain health and helping people live better lives. He shares the pivotal moment that inspired him to take the leap into entrepreneurship, the lessons he learned along the way, and the mindset shifts that helped him navigate uncertainty.</p><p>Eric also explains the innovative work being done at A Mind for All Seasons, where he and his team help individuals identify the root causes of cognitive decline, optimize brain performance, and improve quality of life. Through powerful stories and practical insights, he highlights why brain health is about much more than a single diagnosis or treatment.</p><p>The conversation explores:<br>• The courage required to leave a secure career and start a business<br>• How life experiences prepare us for future opportunities<br>• The leadership principles that create motivated and engaged teams<br>• Why brain health is essential for entrepreneurs, executives, and everyday individuals<br>• Real-world examples of helping people regain their lives through targeted interventions<br>• The importance of purpose-driven work and creating a lasting impact</p><p>Whether you're an entrepreneur, healthcare professional, leader, or someone interested in personal growth and cognitive wellness, this episode offers valuable insights on resilience, leadership, and living with intention.</p><p>Learn more about Eric Collett and A Mind for All Seasons:<br>https://amindforallseasons.com</p><p>#EricCollett #BrainHealth #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #WonderMistPodcast #PersonalGrowth #HealthcareLeadership #BusinessSuccess #CognitiveHealth #Mindset #ExecutivePerformance #PurposeDrivenLeadership</p><p>If this conversation resonated with you, give it a like, leave a comment below, and subscribe so you never miss an episode of Wondermous: A Healthcare Leadership Journey.</p><p>To learn how Merikay Hunt helps individuals and organizations breakthrough to the next level performance and unlock true leadership potential, please visit https://www.coachmkay.com/<br>To discover Merikay's leadership journey, order your copy of My Year on the Inside, Creating Catalysts for Change: https://www.coachmkay.com/store/</p><p>We hope you enjoyed this episode of Wondermous!<br> – Merikay and the Wondermous podcast team</p><p>Connect with Merikay on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/merikay-hunt-s-coach-mkay-company-773b575/<br>Visit the CoachMKay website here: https://www.coachmkay.com/</p><p>Listen to Wondermous on these podcast platforms:<br> Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0ODZVx09pxS97tqzn0ynWx<br> Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wondermous-a-healthcare-leadership-journey/id1829913569<br> Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/dbdbb496-2f8a-4d09-9d98-1c046d4420aa</p><p>#healthcareleadership #leadershipjourney #healthcarepodcast #executivestorytelling #medicinemeetsleadership #coachmkay #wondermous #healthcaregrowth #purposefulleadership #leadinginmedicine</p><p>Wondermous is the go-to podcast for healthcare professionals, medical executives, and conscious leaders navigating change. Hosted by Merikay Hunt, this weekly show highlights inspiring leadership journeys in healthcare, medicine, and business. Each episode features real conversations with hospital executives, physicians, innovators, nurse leaders, and entrepreneurs shaping the future of care.<br>Topics include healthcare leadership, team culture, medical innovation, executive decision-making, personal development, burnout prevention, emotional intelligence, and strategic growth in the healthcare space.<br>Whether you're a health system leader, a physician executive, or a rising healthcare professional, you'll discover actionable insights, relatable stories, and proven leadership strategies to help you grow.</p><p>Subscribe now to stay updated on new weekly episodes that explore the human side of leadership in healthcare.</p>

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What is Wondermous: A Healthcare Leadership Journey?

Wondermous is the go-to podcast for healthcare professionals, medical executives, and conscious leaders navigating change. Hosted by Merikay Hunt, M.S., this weekly show highlights inspiring leadership journeys in healthcare, medicine, and business.

Whether you're a health system leader, a physician executive, or a rising healthcare professional, you'll discover actionable insights, relatable stories, and proven leadership strategies to help you Learn. Grow. Lead.

Subscribe, Like and Share now to stay updated on new weekly episodes that explore the human side of leadership in healthcare.

To learn how Merikay Hunt helps individuals and organizations breakthrough to the next level performance, please visit: https://www.coachmkay.com/

To discover Merikay's leadership journey, order your copy of My Year on the Inside, Creating Catalysts for Change: https://www.coachmkay.com/store/

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This podcast updates daily.

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