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The Dream Bigger Podcast

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Welcome to The Dream Bigger Podcast, a podcast by Siffat Haider, Founder of wellness brand, Arrae. Each week, Siff will be chatting with movers and shakers who will inspire you to live your best life. Expect to hear from wellness experts, skincare gurus, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders. This podcast is like the best friend you can turn to for advice, who uplifts you, and encourages you to be your best self.
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Episodes

Tera Peterson, Founder of NuFace: Becoming An Esthetician, The Importance of Microcurrent For Skin, Microneedling vs. Microcurrent, Common Skin Issues, Botox & Fillers, Recommended Skincare Products and Skincare Routine

Today I’m chatting with Tera Peterson, Co-Founder of NuFace. Tera is the daughter of an esthetician and is an esthetician herself. She founded NuFace, a revolutionary at-home facial microcurrent device which tones and tightens the face. We chat about why micro currents are the missing piece in your skincare routine, the beginnings of NuFace, her skincare recommendations, and so much more. Use code NFXDreamBigger for 10% off now through August 1st on MyNuFACE.com To connect with Tera, click HERE ...

Jul 03, 202056 minEp. 70

Andy Mant, Light Educator & Founder of BluBlox Glasses: Impact of Blue Light On Sleep Cycle, Blue Light & Weight Gain, Ditching Sunglasses, Circadian Rhythm and Hacking Winter

Today I’m chatting with Andy Mant who’s a light educator and Founder of BluBlox glasses. BluBlox is one of the top brands for blue light blocking glasses, it effectively blocks all the UV rays which disrupt sleep (yes, this goes beyond just blue rays). Andy and I discuss all things light. We chat about how to fix our circadian rhythm, how to optimize sun exposure, why sunglasses aren’t great for us, and the correlation between blue light and weight gain. This is an incredibly insightful episode ...

Jun 24, 20201 hr 11 minEp. 69

Dr. Frank Lipman, Leading Functional Medicine Doctor: Functional vs. Western Medicine, Leading Causes of Leaky Gut, 5 R Method, Anti-Microbial Herbs, Healing Foods, Intermittent Fasting and Recommended Supplements for Women

On today’s episode, I’m chatting with Dr. Frank Lipman, one of the world’s leading functional medicine doctors. After his training as an MD in South Africa, Dr. Lipman worked at clinics in the bush and got familiar with traditional healing modalities. After experiencing both Western and traditional medicine, he decided to combine the two in his own practice, something he calls “Good Medicine”. I chat with Dr. Lipman about the difference between Western medicine and his functional approach, the i...

Jun 15, 202039 minEp. 68

A Note on Anti-Racism

This is my first solo episode, but one I felt compelled to do as it’s my responsibility to use this platform to speak out. RESOURCES MENTIONED White Fragility by Robin DiAngelo Black Feminist Thought by Patricia Hill Collins Me And White Supremacy by Layla F. Saad How To Be An Anti-Racist by Ibram X. Kendi The Fire Next Time by James Baldwin See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Jun 12, 20209 minEp. 67

Dr. Adam Kolker, Double-Board Certified Plastic Surgeon: Breast Implants & Augmentation, Fat Grafting, Consulting on Sizes, Breast Reduction, Mommy Makeover, Common Mistakes In Plastic Surgery, and Red Flags When Looking For A Plastic Surgeon

On today’s episode, I’m chatting with Dr. Adam Kolker, Harvard trained, double-board certified plastic surgeon and an expert on breasts. Naturally, we talk about the A to Z of boobs, from implants and augmentation to reductions, lifts and mommy makeovers. We also get into the nitty-gritty of surgery and discuss recovery and risks. Dr. Kolker is a true expert and you will learn loads from this episode. To connect with Dr. Adam Kolker, click HERE To learn more about Dr. Adam Kolker’s practice, cli...

May 19, 202047 minEp. 66

Nicole Wegman, Founder of Ring Concierge: The 4 Cs, Diamond Price Variations, How To Tell If You’re Being Ripped Off, Ethics of Diamond Sourcing, Tiffany’s diamonds, Getting Your Money’s Worth, Under 10K Line, and Ring Recommendations.

On today’s episode, I’m chatting with Nicole Wengman, Founder of the very popular jewelry brand, Ring Concierge. If you don’t already know about them, go check out their Instagram which is populated with pictures of the most stunning engagement rings you’ll ever see. Ring Concierge is known for its stunning range of jewelry and their seamless shopping experience. I wanted to de-mystify the world of diamonds. There just isn’t a lot of clear cut information about diamonds and often, the engagement...

Apr 28, 202032 minEp. 65

Carrie Gross, Co-Founder & CEO of Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare: Why Dr. Dennis Gross Peel Pads Are A Cult Favourite, How To Exfoliate With Acids, Impact of Stress on Skin, Niacinamide, and Preventative vs. Corrective Skincare

Today, I’m chatting with Carrie Gross, CEO & Co-Founder of Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare, one of my favourite skincare brands in the world. We chat about how the brand started, and how the cult favourite peel pads are so gentle and effective. We also discuss the impact of stress on skin, their new must-have skincare line, and so much more. To connect with Carrie, click HERE To learn more about Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare, click HERE To connect with Siff, click HERE To learn more about Icing & ...

Apr 13, 202040 minEp. 64

Dr. Loretta, Dermatologist & Expert on Aging: 4 Factors Responsible for Aging, Difference Between UVA Rays and UVB Rays, Aging From Blue Light, Correcting Hyperpigmentation, Retinol 101, Impact of Hot Yoga on Skin and Anti-Aging Tips

Today I’m chatting with Dr. Loretta, who aside from being a skincare line founder and dermatologist, is one of the top educators on aging. Her skincare line is built around the 4 factors that cause aging and how to protect against them. She’s also an authority on the impact of light on skin, having been part of the team that first conducted studies on the impact of UVA rays on skin. We talk in depth about the 4 main factors that lead to aging and how to protect against them, with a chunk of the ...

Mar 18, 202053 minEp. 62

Alisa Vitti, Hormone Expert, & Female Biohacker: 4 Stages of Menstruation, What Each Stage Means, Male vs. Female Hormones, The Infradian Rhythm, Syncing Exercise & Menstrual Cycle, Diet & Blood Sugar, and Optimizing Sex Life

On today’s episode, I’m chatting with Alisa Vitti, hormone expert, female biohacker, Founder of Flo Living and author of bestselling book Woman Code. After biohacking her way out of PCOS, Alisa has become one of the leaders in the realm of female hormones, educating women about their bodies. Her book, Woman Code, served the sex ed class that most people didn’t get, and helps women troubleshoot their hormonal problems, from fibroids, to PCOS, to missing periods to PMS. Recently Alisa just release...

Mar 10, 20201 hr 4 minEp. 61

Danielle Peazer, Professional Dancer & Fitness Influencer: Ballet School to Professional Dancer, Training Like A Dancer, The Danielle Peazer Method, Mistakes in Health & Fitness Regimes, Working Out While Traveling, and Moderation

Today I’m chatting with Danielle Peazer, professional dancer, personal trainer and fitness influencer. Danielle has danced on stage with some of the biggest names in entertainment, and has gone on to become one of the biggest fitness influencers in the world. What I love about her is her refreshing take on health and fitness: no quick ‘fixes’, moderation, and a sustainable method that makes your body feel good. Her method is rooted in dance and the kind of training that professional dancers do, ...

Feb 13, 202046 minEp. 60

Dr. Sean Rice, Renowned Plastic & Cosmetic Surgeon, Expert on Butts: Common Procedures for Women, Trends, Mommy Makeover, Options for Butt Work, Brazilian Butt Lift, Preventative Botox, Botox vs. Filler and Vampire Facelift

On today’s episode, I’m chatting with Dr. Sean Rice, who is a renowned plastic and cosmetic surgeon and a specialist on butts. He dishes the details on common procedures for women, trends in plastic surgery, mommy makeovers, breast augmentation, reduction, implants, and of course butts. If surgery isn’t your area of interest, we also talk about a ton of non-surgical procedures like fillers and Botox, and trendy facials like the vampire facial. Whether you’re interested in cosmetic surgery or com...

Jan 28, 202035 minEp. 59

Maria Hatzistefanis, Founder & CEO of Rodial and Nip+Fab and Bestselling Author: Starting A Beauty Brand, Product Production, Social Media Strategy, Getting Noticed by Celebrities, Writing Two Books and Morning Routine

Today, I’m chatting with Maria Hatzistefanis, Founder & CEO of not one, but TWO incredibly successful beauty brands, Rodial and Nip + Fab. Both brands are celebrity faves and are sold at 20,000 sold across 35 countries. Celebs who have raved about her products include Kylie Jenner, Jessica Alba, and Sofia Richie, to name a few. On top of being the boss of a massive beauty empire, Maria’s extracurricular activities include being a Vogue/BFC Mentor, running her own social media accounts with o...

Jan 21, 202033 minEp. 58

Meg Gaic, Founder of Get Glow TO, Holistic Nutritionist & Acne Expert: Common Causes For Acne, Relationship Between Hormones & Acne, Transitioning Off Birth Control, Favourite Probiotics, Importance of Liver Health, Gut Health, and Acne-Friendly Meal Plan

On today’s episode, I’m chatting with Meg Gaic, Holistic Nutritionist & Acne Expert who is the Founder of wildly popular and successful acne program, Get Glow TO. Since Meg’s area of expertise is skin and how to cure acne in a holistic way, our conversation focuses on exactly that. We discuss everything from the different causes of acne, how to troubleshoot, the role of diet, liver health, gut health, supplements, skincare, and everything in between. We all need a bit of help dealing with br...

Jan 13, 202045 minEp. 57

Camilla De Cesare, Account Manager at rewardStyle: Earning Potential on LIKEtoKNOW.it, rewardStyle vs LIKEtoKNOW.it, LIKEtoKNOW.it Tips for Success, Platforms For High Conversion Rates, And Optimal Posting Time

Today I’m chatting with Camilla De Cesare, Account Manager at rewardStyle. RewardStyle is the first and largest invitation-only, end-to-end content monetisation platform, empowering 50,000 of the world’s premium digital-style influencers to achieve maximum economic success for their online content. LIKEtoKNOW.it, rewardStyle’s consumer-facing, ready-to-shop content platform, which allows users to shop real looks from influencers, tastemakers, stylists and celebrities across all lifestyle categor...

Dec 21, 201924 minEp. 56

Eliza Butterworth, Actor and Celebrity: Drama School, Getting an Agent, Dealing with Rejection, Getting Cast in a Netflix Show, Tips for Aspiring Actors, How To Use Social Media Strategically, Dealing With Comparison & Competition, And Day in the Life

On this episode I'm chatting with Eliza Butterworth. Eliza plays one of the lead characters on the Netflix show 'The Last Kingdom'. Today’s episode goes over how to make it in the entertainment industry. We do a deep dive on casting, getting an agent, dealing with rejection, being on a Netflix show, and so much more. Eliza shares her tips for aspiring actors and resources for actors without agents. We also go over how to get an agent if you don't have one and are looking. We also chat social med...

Dec 09, 201944 minEp. 55

Nicola Kilner, Co-Founder and CEO of Deciem: Being Radically Different, Why The Ordinary Is Priced So Low, Skincare Innovation, Modern Marketing, Copper Peptides for Acne Scars, Leading a Company Amidst Tragedy

On today's episode I'm chatting with Nicola Kilner. Nicola is the co-founder and CEO of Deciem. Deciem is an umbrella brand, under which there are a number of wildly popular skincare brands, including cult favourite, The Ordinary. Nicola discusses her experience launching a radically different brand. Deciem launched with 10 skincare brands and continues to expand, launching new brands, and discontinuing others, which Nicola discusses. She also answers my biggest question: why The Ordinary produc...

Nov 26, 201936 minEp. 54

Markie Ethier, Human Trafficking Survivor Turned TedX Speaker and Empowerment Coach: Human Trafficking, Sex Work Industry, Battling Addiction, Healing From Trauma, Failure, and Building A Positive Life

On today's episode I'm chatting with Markie Ethier. Markie is a human trafficking victim turned empowerment coach. It’s a conversation that gave me a complete perspective shift on how I view human trafficking victims, the sex work industry, and the complexities of it all. Markie discusses how she was forced into human trafficking and why she stayed in it. We discuss the industry in detail, and then, how Markie escaped it, and ultimately decided to rebuild a life where she empowers people. Her st...

Nov 18, 201956 minEp. 53

Karlyn Percil, Neuro Life Coach & Speaker: Actionable Tips For Growth, Affirmations, Common Mental Blocks, Recovering From Trauma, Elephant Stories, Burnout, and Tips For Success in 2020

On today's episode I'm chatting with Karlyn Percil. Karlyn is a neuro life coach. I know many of you are probably not familiar with that job title but we dive right into it in the episode. Essentially, Karlyn helps you grow in both your business and personal life by helping you remove negative narratives and mental blocks. Karlyn is also the founder of the Success Planner, a year long planner which is unlike anything else. It covers everything from goals to affirmation and is really a holistic a...

Nov 11, 201957 minEp. 52

Rachelle Saevil, Branding Expert and Founder of Saevil Row: Moving to Paris, Tips For Moving To A New Place, Starting A Branding Agency, Social Media Strategy, Tips For Brand Messaging and Productivity Tips

On today's episode I'm chatting with Rachelle Saevil. Rachelle is a branding expert and owns a studio called Saevil Row. After working in fashion magazines for years, Rachelle moved to Paris with no concrete plan, and from there, went on to start her branding agency. Rachelle’s story is really relevant to those who either dream of moving to a new place and think it’s too late, or those who are entrepreneurs in the making. Rachelle shares advice for people who are unhappy in their job and are loo...

Nov 04, 201946 minEp. 51

Taryn Toomey, Founder of ‘The Class By Taryn Toomey’: Overcoming Business Hurdles, Running A Brand, Benefits of Mindful Movement, Vocal Component of The Class, Meditation vs. Breath Work, Clean Eating, and Self-Care

On today's episode I'm chatting with Taryn Toomey. Taryn is the founder of 'The Class', a transformative workout of the body and mind. Taryn is one of the world’s leading fitness experts, she’s been featured everywhere from Vogue to Goop and her method is incredibly unique. In today’s conversation, Taryn goes over what 'The Class' really is. It’s a method like no other, and any time there’s something radically different in the market, there are always hurdles while trying to get it off the groun...

Oct 28, 201939 minEp. 50

Renée Rouleau, Celebrity Esthetician & Skincare Expert: Nine Skin Type Philosophy, Demi Lovato’s Favourite Products, How To Prevent Breakouts, Travel Skincare, Treating Discolouration, Wrinkle Prevention, and Common Skincare Mistakes

On today's episode I'm chatting with Renée Rouleau, celebrity esthetician and skincare expert. Renee’s approach to skincare is quite unique because of her 9 skin type philosophy. Because of her highly specialized method, Renee has a bunch of celebrity fans, but she’s most known for working with Demi Lovato. This episode goes over all things skincare. We discuss everything from how to treat skin issues like blackheads, discoloration, breakouts and milia; to Demi Lovato’s favourite products; and e...

Oct 21, 201952 minEp. 49

Amber Joliat, Founder of Misfitstudio: Transitioning from Artist to Entrepreneur, Starting Her Own Studio, Getting Her First Students, Tips for Entrepreneurs, Cultivating Community, Movement for Beginners and Breath Work

On today's episode I'm chatting with Amber Joliat. Amber is a dancer, yogi, and the founder of cult-favourite workout hotspot, Misfitstudio, which has been featured on Vogue, Goop, The Coveteur and more. Misfit is an unconventional movement studio that mixes techniques from dance, yoga and Pilates, making it a completely different experience from any other place. Amber’s entrepreneurial journey is both serendipitous and an example of how to turn a challenge into a personal victory. She went from...

Oct 07, 201945 minEp. 48

Amanda Mizen, Serial Entrepreneur: Approaching Retailers In The Wholesale Business, Hurdles While Launching, Cultivating Community in a Company, Digital Marketing, Tips For New Entrepreneurs, and Common Mistakes That Entrepreneurs Make

On today's episode I'm chatting with Amanda Mizen. Amanda is a serial entrepreneur and the Founder of two wildly successful (and different) businesses, North Medical Spa, and Desmond & Beatrice, which is a wholesale bakery. Since Amanda is a serial entrepreneur and a business consultant I talked to her about her background and tips she has for other entrepreneurs who are just starting out. We talk about hurdles she faced while launching her business, the importance of relentlessness, finding...

Sep 23, 201940 minEp. 47

Joy McCarthy, Certified Holistic Nutritionist, Bestselling Author & Founder of Joyous Health: How to Balance Hormones, Tips for Weening Off Sugar, Microbiome Health, Probiotic vs. Prebiotic, Keto Diet, Fodmap Diet and Intermittent Fasting

On today's episode I'm chatting with Joy McCarthy. Joy is a holistic nutritionist, bestselling author and entrepreneur. She is the founder of the award-winning blog and brand 'Joyous Health'. Since the last few episodes have been so focused on skincare, today we switch it up and talk about all things wellness. Joy shares her journey as a holistic nutritionist, and we get into everything from hormones to different food trends. She shares a bunch of really smart hacks for diet modifications so mak...

Sep 17, 201949 minEp. 46

Ron Robinson, Cosmetic Chemist & Founder of BeautyStat: Importance of Vitamin C Serum, The World’s Most Potent Vitamin C Serum, Ideal Skincare Regiment, What Is Retinol, Chemical vs Physical Exfoliators, Squalane Benefits and Biggest Skincare Myths

On today's episode I'm chatting with Ron Robinson. Ron is a cosmetic chemist and founder of the wildly popular beauty website, BeautyStat. He initially worked for Estee Lauder and Clinique but went on to start his own beauty blog and launch his own skincare products. Ron created BeautyStat Universal C Serum, heralded the world’s most potent Vitamin C serum. So obviously I had to pick his brain all about Vitamin C. We get into everything from why it’s the building block of a great skincare routin...

Sep 09, 201930 minEp. 45

Danuta Mieloch, Skincare Expert & Founder of Rescue Spa: Why Biologique Recherche Is A Cult Favourite, Right Way to Cleanse, Extractions, Treating Breakouts, Post Workout Skincare, Acne Scars, Skincare Tips for Beginners and Common Skincare Mistakes

On today's episode I'm chatting with Danuta Mieloch, the Founder of Rescue Spa. In the skincare world, Danuta is major. She’s known to work miracles on skin, and is a Biologique Recherche ambassador. Today’s episode is a deep dive into skincare. We touch on why Biologique Recherche has a cult following, why facials are necessary, how to properly cleanse, Danuta’s thoughts on extractions, type for acne scars, and so much more. Danuta shares her best skincare tips, common mistakes she sees, her ow...

Aug 26, 201947 minEp. 44

Allana Davison, Beauty Youtuber: First Viral Video, How To Make A Career of YouTube, How Youtube Has Evolved, Tips For Making Successful Makeup Videos, Tips For Someone Who’s New to Youtube, Dealing With Internet Trolls, and Skincare Routine

On today's episode I'm chatting with Allana Davison. Allana is a beauty, fashion and lifestyle YouTuber with almost one million followers across her social media platforms. She's one of the OG first generation Youtubers so we talk about all things YouTube. If you’re curious about how to make a career on Youtube, what it takes to create a successful video, and basically how the industry works, this is an episode you shouldn’t miss. To connect with Allana Davison, click HERE To connect with Siff, ...

Aug 12, 201948 minEp. 43

Sarah Lee, Co-Founder of Glow Recipe: Launching a Successful Skincare Brand, Korean Skincare vs. North American Skincare, Being on Shark Tank, Marketing Tips, Benefits of A Sleeping Mask, Favourite Masks, and Skincare Secrets from K-Beauty

On today's episode I'm chatting with Sarah Lee. Sarah is a former L'Oreal executive who left her job to start Glow Recipe, a wildly successful Korean Skincare brand, along with her Co-Founder Christine Chang. Sarah first gives us a rundown of the work that she had done in the beauty industry and how she and Christine had the idea to launch a Korean Skincare brand. We talk about Korean skincare and compare it to how skincare is perceived in North America. Sarah also gets super detailed on how to ...

Aug 07, 201947 minEp. 42

Jordana Hart, Holistic Nutritionist & Dr. Natalie Mulligan, Naturopathic Doctor: Nutrition For The Girl On The Go, Supplementation, Eliminating Bloat, Healthy Hangover Meals, Water Fasts, Disordered Eating Habits and Drinking In A Healthy Way

Today I'm chatting with Dr. Natalie Mulligan, a naturopathic doctor and Jordana Hart, holistic nutritionist and Founder of iHartNutrition. Both these ladies have been on the show before and are full of wellness and nutrition tips so I wanted to have them on together. Since naturopathic doctors and holistic nutritionists work synergistically together, we treat today’s episode like a coaching session. We take the two very different eating profiles of 'Rachel' and 'Emily', who could both use some h...

Jul 29, 201951 minEp. 41

Zehra Allibhai, Fitness Instructor and Influencer: Wearing a Hijab in The Fitness Space, Breaking Norms, Sharing Personal Challenges on Social Media, Fitness Tips for New Moms, Tabata Training, Healthy Eating Hacks, and Breakfasts In Under 15 Minutes

On today's episode I'm chatting with Zehra Allibhai. Zehra is a personal trainer and the founder of the blog, The FitNest, an online platform through which she shares workout and nutrition information. She’s a mom of two, so she knows what it’s like to have a busy schedule, which is why she creates workouts which are quick, efficient, and realistic. One more thing about Zehra: she wears the hijab, something that is quite uncommon in the fitness space. Today’s conversation gets into how Zehra is ...

Jul 22, 201943 minEp. 40
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