Healing trauma is a daunting task that most people wish to push under the rug. After a failed suicide attempt, this week's guest knew facing her pain head-on was the only thing she could do. Hannah Deindorfer experienced more life than one could possibly imagine before hitting 21 years of age. Assuming responsibility for a bipolar parent as a child, being in an abusive relationship in her teens, and experiencing an eating disorder in college led Hannah down an icy road in Michigan where she atte...
Nov 10, 2020•51 min
Health misconceptions result from conflicting information between practitioners, big food, and the government... and they are leaving people powerless. Do you ever feel frustrated by conflicting information surrounding your health? Are you ever unsure of what to believe? If so, you are going to appreciate this episode with Dr. Anthony Gustin . Anthony is well versed in all things health, how the food industry operates, and how the two connect. Today, Anthony is here to deliver straight-forward i...
Nov 03, 2020•58 min
Often times, home builders and contractors are more concerned with low costs instead of building a nontoxic home. The result? Poor building materials that can lead to major health issues years down the road. Andy Pace is a nationally recognized expert in green and nontoxic home building. He is truly a wealth of knowledge when it comes to choosing building materials that are safe for you and your family to live in many years down the road. I had the opportunity to work with Andy when I was buildi...
Oct 27, 2020•1 hr
Ever have judgemental thoughts when seeing a woman freely express her sexuality? If you do, it might just be that you're feeling some shame or curiosity about your own. Thousands of women experience shame, disconnect, or a lack of true freedom around their sexuality and pleasure. I put off addressing this area of my life until about a month ago and following the path of today's guest has been incredibly inspiring. On the show, we have Kelli Tennant who is an open book about her spirituality, sex...
Oct 20, 2020•1 hr 20 min
75% of water-damaged homes have a mold problem and nearly 80% of all homes have water damage. With stats like these, knowing how to find mold in your home can be crucial to your long term health. In today's episode, we are joined by Brian Karrr, co-founder of We Inspect - a team that specializes in environmental consultation. They help people all over the country pinpoint and remove mold and mycotoxins from their homes. In the show, we go over just how common mold is, the ins and outs of mold te...
Oct 13, 2020•1 hr 1 min
Cavities aren't a rite of passage. In fact, common oral health issues often allude to larger health problems that conventional doctors aren't trained to find. Many people don't understand that oral health is a big indicator of your overall health. For example, your tooth and gum health is an indicator of what your diet and lifestyle look like. Similarly, bacteria and gum disease have been increasingly linked to system diseases as Alzheimer's, diabetes, and even heart damage. In this episode, Dr....
Oct 06, 2020•1 hr 1 min
Have you ever considered natural childbirth but are curious to know all it entails? Mada Lavey went through two natural births at a birthing center and can't imagine doing it any other way. Mada Lavey is a health and wellness blogger and mama of two who actively pursues a holistic and natural lifestyle. She is truly a wealth of knowledge for anyone looking to have an unmedicated and holistic birthing experience. In this episode, Mada shares all about her two conception journeys and pregnancies, ...
Sep 29, 2020•1 hr
Brooke Geahan went from running her own company to being bedridden for two years. Today she credits bee venom therapy with saving her life. Brooke's life was turned upside after being diagnosed with late-stage Lyme disease and the co-infections that came along with it. Those infections turned into life-threatening autoimmune diseases she battled alongside cancer. After spending over $150,000 of her life savings on Western medicine to no avail, she turned to bee venom therapy. Within a few weeks ...
Sep 22, 2020•57 min
Has relationship conflict ever made you question if you chose the right partner? Love and Relationship Coach, Annie Lalla, is clear when she says, " Love is not for the faint-hearted. It's a gladiator sport." I first learned about Annie and her work through Adee and Michael, who joined us on episode 4 of this podcast . She is their longtime relationship coach and they have sung per praises ever since I met them. Annie's gift of improving relationships is incredible. If you've ever experienced re...
Sep 15, 2020•1 hr 1 min
According to the Environmental Protection Agency, the air in your home is 5-20x more polluted than the outdoor air in major cities. Whether you're buying or renting your home, we all have something in common - our walls are covered with paint. What you may not know, is that the paint on your walls can emit toxic chemicals for years and can lead to chronic health issues. Austin and I wanted a non toxic paint when we chose to remodel our home and we decided to purchase ECOS Paints and in this epis...
Sep 11, 2020•25 min
Choosing a natural cancer treatment can seem risky and dangerous in the face of something so terrifying. For this week's guest, it completely transformed her life. Carly Brown chose a healthy lifestyle for years - she was a health coach, yoga teacher, practiced having a non-toxic home, and shopped at local farmer's markets on Sundays. So you can imagine the shock she experienced after being suddenly diagnosed with thyroid cancer. Her doctor put pressure on her to have surgery immediately and beg...
Sep 08, 2020•57 min
How's your sex life? If you immediately felt a little awkward with that question, tune in to this episode with Sex and Relationship Coach, Alexa Martinez . Despite being raised in the deep south and having a Catholic upbringing, Alexa helps couples from all over the world feel happier, more connected, and empowered through sex. In this episode, we talk about sexuality, shame, female orgasms, and how you can start having better sex. Episode Highlights: 3:24 Alexa's Catholic upbringing and her ear...
Sep 01, 2020•1 hr 7 min
You can be doing everything you possibly can to be healthy and still be wreaking havoc on your body. Adrenal dysfunction is a widespread problem that impacts nearly every organ system. It's often very misunderstood and is at the core of many health issues people face today including fatigue, brain fog, weight gain, and anxiety. In this episode, Brigid Tigemeier, a functional medicine Registered Dietitian who trained under Dr. Mark Hyman, joins us to talk all about adrenal health, common symptoms...
Aug 25, 2020•1 hr 3 min
40% of American's can't afford a $400 emergency. That's a personal finance crisis if I've ever heard one. If you're like me, at one point in your life you've probably completely ignored your personal finances. Whether you let your partner handle all the finances for your family or you feel like you don't understand the financial space enough to step up and take responsibility for your own money, this episode will help you feel more empowered about your finances. My husband Austin and I are joine...
Aug 18, 2020•1 hr 16 min
Living the standard, fast-paced American lifestyle in my 20s led me to acquire Hashimoto's. For the last six years, I've been on a journey to heal my Hashimoto's. It's been full of constant research, trial and error, and unconventional interventions. If there's anyone who understands what I've gone through with Hashimoto's, it's Tracey Grant and she's joining us on the podcast today. Tracey is a registered dietitian, Hashimoto's patient and the co-creator of the Healing Hashimoto's Course . We s...
Aug 11, 2020•54 min
My first Ayahuasca experience had profound effects on my life, my marriage, and my health. My husband, Austin, and I went to an Ayahuasca retreat earlier this year and we had an incredible experience. It was challenging, healing, beautiful, and, quite honestly, difficult to put into words. We first heard about Ayahuasca a few years ago from our dear friend Mansal Denton, who joins Austin and me to talk more about it. Tune in to hear about our unique experiences at a 3-day Ayahuasca retreat, how ...
Aug 04, 2020•1 hr 10 min
Our current agricultural system only has 60 years left before it collapses. Conventional farming plays a huge role in the most significant global crises we're facing today, including climate change, food scarcity, and human health decline. Now, I'm not a farmer, and I know very little about farming, but this episode is so important because not only is it extremely educational, it shows there is a solution that can change the trajectory we're on. Robby Sansom, CEO of Force of Nature Meats, joins ...
Jul 28, 2020•58 min
Environmental toxins are an invisible threat to our health found in household items we use every single day. There are more than 84,000 chemicals approved for use in the United States, and nearly 99% of people, when tested, show contamination with several harmful toxins. In my health journey, toxins were the last piece of the puzzle I discovered after diet, lifestyle, movement, and sleep. But once I started learning more about environmental toxins, it was eye opening to realize just how many we ...
Jul 21, 2020•1 hr
1 in 10 Americans are on antidepressants, a number that has increased by 400% between 1988 and 2008. When I saw these numbers I was shocked. I've seen people around me get prescribed antidepressants without any mention of potential risk, side effects, or the importance of seeking help when going off these types of medications. In this episode, I talk to Dr. Ellen Vora about a holistic approach to mental health. We discuss how to manage anxiety, true informed consent for antidepressants, as well ...
Jul 14, 2020•59 min
Mold is a silent threat that can lurk in our homes or inside of our bodies, even years after exposure. I never would have suspected I had any mold toxicity until I read Dr. Jill Crista's book and took a test out of curiosity. To my surprise, my mold levels were super high, and I've recently been going through a mold detox protocol to improve my health. This week's guest is a naturopathic doctor, mold specialist, and author of Break The Mold , the book that started me on my own mold journey. Dr. ...
Jul 07, 2020•1 hr 4 min
Instances of prostate cancer are going up and sperm counts are going down -- so why aren't we talking more about men's health? Whether a partner, parent, or friends, we all have important men in our lives. But how often do we talk to them about their health? Naturopathic physician Dr. Ralph Esposito joins me today to talk about the under-discussed topic of men's health. We talk about the importance of testosterone in overall health, possible factors contributing to decreasing sperm counts, and w...
Jun 30, 2020•57 min
As thyroid health issues are on the rise, it's more important now than ever to understand what a proper diagnosis looks like and how to get started on a healing journey. My guest today is someone who, like me, has experience healing Hashimoto's. Carrie Vitt is a Nutritional Therapist and thyroid, nutrition, and non-toxic living expert. She currently treats patients struggling with thyroid issues as a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, and provides healthy diet lifestyle resources on her website D...
Jun 23, 2020•59 min
My husband Austin and I are always looking for ways to improve our relationship and deepen our connection. Adee and Michael Cazayoux have been an inspiration for us on that journey, and I'm excited to bring them on today. Not only do they run a company together, but they actively work on maintaining a strong relationship and growing, both as a couple and individually. Michael and Adee talk about the evolution of their relationships, the daily, weekly, and monthly habits that keep them connected,...
Jun 16, 2020•1 hr
What if you could have unprotected sex the majority of the month, without worry, and without having to be on hormonal birth control? Sound too good to be true? Well, you might be surprised to find out that more and more women are taking control of their fertility without hormonal or potentially invasive methods of contraception. The reality is that many women are looking for alternatives to hormonal birth control. And, with the Fertility Awareness Method (FAM), you can take back control of your ...
Jun 16, 2020•1 hr 1 min
Decisions around birth are highly personal for each family and each birth. While many choose to give birth in a hospital, others are seeking an alternative. Today, Allison Evans, cofounder of Branch Basics, joins us to talk about why she chose home birth for both of her daughters. We discuss her PCOS and chronic pain healing journey and how it helped her prepare for pregnancy, the specific reasons a hospital birth didn't feel right for her, and the two stories of how she brought her children int...
Jun 16, 2020•57 min
When I started doing things differently several years ago my life changed dramatically. And now, taking a different approach across all parts of my life has become a core part of who I am today. I started this podcast because as I've gone on my own "Doing it Different" journey, I've encountered incredible people doing things differently in their own lives. From home births, to thyroid healing, to finances and regenerative agriculture, I interview guests whose perspectives shine a new light on ho...
Jun 16, 2020•17 min
