Conversations and Life Lessons from Rancho La Puerta
Join us on a journey to our world-famous wellness resort and spa, built on four thousand beautiful acres in northern Baja California, Mexico.
In each episode, we’ll explore heart-centered thoughts on well-being and life from our expert presenters whose core message aligns with our motto at Rancho La Puerta: “Siempre Mejor,”—Always Better.
Open the door to a new way of being, and find what resonates with you.
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Episode 18: A Journey of Fitness, Family, and Finding Joy with Connie Bennett
Join Connie Bennett, a fitness expert at Rancho La Puerta for nearly 30 years, as she shares her journey from growing up in a family of journalists to teaching dynamic classes at The Ranch. Tune in for stories of movement, gratitude, and unforgettable childhood encounters with Martin Luther King Jr. and Sammy Davis Jr.
Episode 17: Mind-Body Approaches for Resilience and Healing Trauma with Dr. James Gordon
Dr. Gordon shares his innovative techniques for healing trauma without medication, emphasizing that while trauma is an unavoidable part of life, we can move through and learn from it in healthy ways.
Episode 16: The Power of Purpose with Richard Leider: A Guide to Living a Meaningful Life
Join us for an insightful conversation with purpose expert Richard Leider as he shares six decades of wisdom on finding meaning in everyday moments. From his “napkin test” to the power of the golden hour, Richard offers practical advice on living with purpose at any age.
Episode 15: Walking the Camino and Transforming Stories with Lydia B. Smith
Join us for an inspiring conversation with filmmaker Lydia B. Smith as she shares her journey on the Camino de Santiago and the powerful stories behind her projects. From the healing of the Camino to her latest podcast on prison reform, Lydia’s work shows the impact of transformation and restorative justice.
Episode 14: Finding Inner Peace Through Adversity with Jacques-Pierre Cole
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Jacques-Pierre Cole as he shares his journey from a childhood of abuse and loss to becoming a Zen Buddhist monk. Learn how mindfulness, meditation, and forgiveness helped him heal and how he’s now sharing his wisdom with others.
Episode 13: From Manifestation to Success: Building a Purpose-Driven Business with Sarah Moret
Sarah Moret is the founder and CEO of Curie. Sarah struggled to find body care products that were both natural AND effective, so she made them herself. She started Curie with $12k in savings; still working a full-time job. Sarah believes in the power of manifestation; her mission is to inspire others to think bigger and not be limited by fear.
Episode 12: Virginia Willis, Southern Eating and Healthy Living
Virginia Willis is a chef instructor for the streaming service Food Network Kitchen as well as a James Beard award-winning cookbook author. Her books include Fresh Start, Secrets of the Southern Table, Lighten Up, Y’all, Bon Appétit, Y’all, Basic to Brilliant, Y’all, Okra, and Grits.
For more than twenty years, Jeff Benton has worked with some of the world’s highest performers, including FORTUNE 500 executives, Special Forces, professional athletes, Global First Ladies, and astronauts. Jeff joins Barry to discuss how we can truly reset our bodies and minds to access optimal health and overall performance.
Episode 10: Susie Ellis, From Spa Culture to Global Wellness Initiatives
Susie Ellis is a prominent leader in the spa industry. She serves as the chairman and CEO of the Global Wellness Institute. In addition, she leads the organization’s annual Global Wellness Summit and Global Wellness Tourism Congress. Furthermore, Susie sits on the advisory board of The Ranch.
Episode 9: Andrew Mellen, Decluttering Your Life
Andre Mellen is a speaker, coach, organizational expert, and the Wall-Street Journal and Audible best-selling author of Unstuff Your Life! and The Most Organized Man in America’s Guide to Moving.
Episode 8: Mary Gauthier, The Healing Power of Music
American folk singer-songwriter and author, whose songs have been covered by a multitudes of performer. Mary has won awards from the Americana Music Association, International Folk Music Awards, the Independent Music Awards, the GLAMA Awards, and the UK Americana Association.
Episode 7: Dr. Randy Kamen, Harness the Power of Gratitude
Randy E. Kamen, EdD, is a psychologist, coach, educator, and author of Behind the Therapy Door: Simple Strategies to Transform Your Life. Her aim is to help people embody their inner wisdom and leadership skills in the personal and professional arenas.
Episode 6: Exploring the Mystery and Beauty of Life with Krista Tippett
Krista Tippett is an American journalist, author, and entrepreneur. She created and hosts the public radio program and podcast On Being.
Episode 5: Justin Wren, Fighting for a Purpose
Justin Wren, Beyond his impressive MMA career, Justin Wren is an inspirational humanitarian and founder of Fight for the Forgotten.
Episode 4: Chip Conley: Transition, Transformation, and Timeless Wisdom in Midlife
Chip Conley, Modern Elder Academy (MEA) founder and New York Times bestselling author.
Episode 3: Ben Nemtin: Living A Life Without Regret
#1 New York Times bestselling author, co-founder of The Buried Life movement and inspirational keynote speaker.
Episode 2: Barry Kerzin: Bridging Medicine and Spirituality
Barry Kerzin is an American physician and Buddhist monk and serves as a personal physician to the 14th Dalai Lama.
Episode 1: Deborah Szekely: Sharing a Lifetime of Vision
Visionary, leader, 102 years young, and cofounder of Rancho La Puerta and founder of The Golden Door.
