About A Place to Call Home Podcast
Welcome to A Place to Call Home, the podcast where we delve into the vibrant stories of Gainesville Health & Fitness employees and local residents who have chosen to call Gainesville their home sweet home. Each episode invites you to connect with a new guest as they share their personal journey and deep-rooted connection to this charming city. From what initially captivated them about Gainesville to the moments that solidified its place in their hearts, we uncover what makes this community truly special.
But we don't stop there. Alongside these captivating personal narratives, we'll also sit down with experts who shed light on the rich tapestry of Gainesville's history, pivotal events, and the art of community building. Our aim? To offer you a comprehensive exploration of life in "The Swamp" that goes far beyond its reputation as just a college town.
Season 4, Episode 1, Kristin & Todd Chase
Father and daughter, Kristin and Todd Chase, joined us to talk to us about what it's like growing up in Gainesville, becoming a bit of a local celeb as a TV20 morning news anchor, military experience and the joys that can come with sometimes just figuring things out as you go!
Season 4, Episode 2, Rick and Samantha Staab
On this episode, Rick and Samantha Staab join Johnathan to share how being the parent of children with dystonia and living with dystonia, in Samantha's case, has impacted the lives of the Staab family and lead to forming Tyler's Hope for a Dystonia Cure.
Season 4, Episode 3, Susannah Peddie
Susannah Peddie is a shining example of seeing an opportunity and taking it. She's been through the finance world of Wall Street, Boston, affectionately found her "sanity" in multiple mediums of art and launched a property management business (StayGainesville) in the wake of the 2008 housing market crash. Join us and hear how she's done all of this while also keeping her eyes peeled for the next great thing!
Season 4, Episode 4, Ann Collett
Ann Collett joins us on A Place to Call Home to discuss the role her son's cancer diagnosis played on the family's focus on health and wellness and what lead her to opening DexaFit Gainesville, adopting the motto, "own your health before your health owns you."
Season 4, Episode 5, Jay Clugston
Jay Clugston is one of the primary care providers/team physicians for the Florida Gators athletic department. He shares his experience over the last 20 years from providing care to championship teams to leading a successful fellowship program—all with great love and passion for what he does.
Season 4, Episode 6, Della Tuten
The owner of Celebrate Primary Care, Della Tuten, joins us to talk about the positive impact direct primary care has on healthcare access and how her desire to a more direct impact on people's lives lead her toward the medical field.
Season 4, Episode 7, Sharon Byun and Anamaria Yeung
Sharon and Anamaria, two of the co-founders of Empower Lifestyle Medicine, join Johnathan in the studio to talk about the power of lifestyle changes on health and the importance of educating people on menopause.
About the Host
Host, Johnathan Ross, is the GHF photographer and videographer. Outside of his work with GHF, he has been a lifelong writer and cinephile. Coming from a long line of verbal storytellers, he hopes A Place to Call Home and the stories of each guest can help inspire, entertain, and build new connections within the Gainesville community.
Where to Listen to A Place to Call Home
Our podcast follows a bi-weekly release schedule, with each episode featuring 1-2 engaging guests sharing their unique stories and perspectives on Gainesville.