CORE CONVERSATIONS

In this episode, host Robbie Harmon sits down with returning guest Tanna Fox, an international sports-certified nutritionist, to finally unveil CORE 7, a whole-food-based supplement developed by Ampelis. They dive into its creation story—rooted in addiction recovery, mental health, and the need for practical, high-quality supplementation.

Robbie and Tanna discuss how the supplement evolved from a focus on mental health into a co...

In this heartfelt and insightful episode of Core Conversations, host Robbie Harmon sits down with his wife Jesika Harmon, a certified mindfulness instructor, to explore how mindfulness and meditation impact relationships, personal growth, and overall well-being. Jesika shares her journey into mindfulness, beginning with a 40-day meditation challenge before COVID, which blossomed into deep personal transformation and professional ce...

This episode of Core Conversations features guest Mark Basil, an exercise physiologist and owner of Optimum Fitness, discussing the science of sleep and its profound impact on health. Together with host Robbie Harmon, they explore the stages of sleep, how it affects hormones, mood, immunity, metabolism, and mental health, and provide practical strategies for improving sleep hygiene.

The conversation emphasizes that sleep is not ...

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 mo...

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 develo...

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—...

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 &...

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 su...

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 t...

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 redis...

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 c...

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.

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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 f...