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A Healthier Michigan Podcast

Chuck Gaidica

Booking Overview

This is an interview-format health and wellness show focused on practical habits, typically featuring Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan medical directors, physicians, and registered dietitians. Suitable pitches would be credentialed health professionals who can translate nutrition, fitness, behavioral health, or preventive-care topics for a general audience; booking difficulty is high because recent guests are closely tied to the publisher’s healthcare organization.

Metrics

Episodes: 295

Frequency: Every two weeks

Rating: 4.9/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 6.8k subscribers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

smurphy1@bcbsm.com

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Host

Chuck Gaidica - Health podcast host who leads practical conversations about nutrition, fitness, behavioral health, and everyday wellness habits.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

high
Typical Credentials:  
Licensed physicians, medical directors, registered dietitians, behavioral-health professionals, and other certified health experts with expertise relevant to practical consumer health guidance.
Required Achievements:  
Medical leadership or clinical practice, Professional health or nutrition certification, Expertise translating complex health topics for a general audience

Recent Guest Discussions

Jessica Huhn - Breathwork, Breathing Techniques, And Potential Health Benefits

Shanthi Appel - Food Ingredient Labels, Common Ingredients, And Making Informed Food Choices

William Beecroft - Loneliness, Its Health Effects, And Whether Artificial Intelligence Can Help Or Worsen Loneliness

Crystal Lee - Healthspan, Lifespan, And Ways To Improve Long-term Health

Shanthi Appel - Milk Alternatives, Nutrition Facts, And Choosing Healthier Beverages

Recent Topics

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
A Healthier Michigan Podcast
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What is Intermittent Fasting? Should You Try It?

October 01, 2026

Skipping breakfast. Eating only during certain hours of the day. Limiting meals a few days each week. Intermittent fasting has become one of the most talked-about nutrition trends in recent years. On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Blue Care Network Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Peter Graham, to explain intermittent fasting, how to practice it, the different types and if it’s right for everyone?In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore:What intermittent fasting isDiffe...

What is Breathwork? (And How To Get Started)

September 17, 2026

Breathing seems like a no-brainer. We do it all day, every day (deep breath in and out). But what happens if we do it consciously and more mindfully? On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Medical Director for Provider Engagement Dr. Jessica Huhn to explain what breathwork is, how to practice it and share some of its benefits.In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore:What breathwork isThe different techniquesThe benefitsHow you can get started today

What’s In Our Food? Ingredient Labels Explained

September 03, 2026

Ascorbic acid, enriched flour, monosodium glutamate… all of these are ingredients that can be found in your food, but are they good for you? On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Registered Dietitian Shanthi Appelö to explain some of these difficult-to-pronounce ingredients, why they matter and give you tips on checking those ingredient lists.In this episode of A Healthier Michigan Podcast, we explore:Ingredient listsWhat’s going on with these names?What are we adding to our food?What i...

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Frequently asked questions

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A Healthier Michigan Podcast
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How do I get in touch with A Healthier Michigan Podcast?

A Healthier Michigan Podcast is hosted by Chuck Gaidica. Its publicly listed email is smurphy1@bcbsm.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for A Healthier Michigan Podcast?

The publicly listed email for A Healthier Michigan Podcast: smurphy1@bcbsm.com.

How many listeners does A Healthier Michigan Podcast have?

Podseeker estimates A Healthier Michigan Podcast reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for A Healthier Michigan Podcast?

A Healthier Michigan Podcast typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Licensed physicians, medical directors, registered dietitians, behavioral-health professionals, and other certified health experts with expertise relevant to practical consumer health guidance. Common among recent guests: Medical leadership or clinical practice; Professional health or nutrition certification; Expertise translating complex health topics for a general audience. Recent guests include Jessica Huhn, Shanthi Appel, and William Beecroft.

How hard is it to get booked on A Healthier Michigan Podcast?

High. It mostly books established leaders in its field.

What topics does A Healthier Michigan Podcast cover?

Recent episodes cover Health, Wellness, Nutrition, Fitness, and Mental Health. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

smurphy1@bcbsm.com

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