Interior designer Zoe Feldman is back! In this episode, we catch up on everything from summer decor tips to her latest design venture, Demi — a fresh, more accessible way to work with her team. Zoe shares simple ways to refresh your home this season using what you already have, the power of foraging from your garden, and why imperfection makes a house feel more like you . We also dive into her experience designing (and selling!) her own home, what’s trending in interiors right now, and how she b...
Jul 10, 2025•44 min•Ep. 186
In this episode of Wellness Junkies , we dive deep into the often-taboo topics surrounding women's health with our special guest, Dr. C, also known as The Vag Doc. With over 16 years of experience as a board-certified OB-GYN, Dr. C has made a name for herself on social media by breaking down complex issues related to gynecology (from periods to menopause) with clarity, compassion, and a touch of humor. The conversation kicks off with Dr. C sharing her journey into social media, highlighting the ...
Jun 05, 2025•55 min•Ep. 185
In this exciting episode of Wellness Junkies , we dive into the world of travel with our special guest, Sari Marissa, a custom travel itinerary designer and wanderlust guru. As we explore the intersection of travel and wellness, Sari shares her insights on creating unique and out-of-the-ordinary travel experiences that nourish the soul. We kick off the conversation by discussing the importance of travel in enhancing our overall wellness and happiness. With summer just beginning, Sari highlights ...
May 29, 2025•44 min•Ep. 184
In this episode of Wellness Junkies , we officially unveil our new name and reflect on how the podcast has evolved over the past five years. We talk about how our focus has shifted from the more meditative aspects of wellness to a broader exploration of the products and experiences that bring us joy. We dive into our popular segment, Product Junkies , where we share our latest wellness and beauty obsessions. Katie spotlights a revolutionary plant company that simplifies care with self-watering t...
May 15, 2025•34 min•Ep. 183
In this episode, we talk with co-founder and COO of Womaness, Michelle Jacobs.. Womaness is dedicated to providing supplements, skincare, and sexual health solutions for women navigating the challenges of aging. We discuss how Womaness is changing the conversation around menopause and how the founders recognized a significant gap in the market for clean, effective products that not only work but also come with the necessary education and community support. We also share the evolving conversation...
May 01, 2025•33 min•Ep. 182
In this episode, we had the pleasure of welcoming Kate Talbert, a talented self-taught makeup artist and beauty educator, who specializes in simplifying beauty for women over 40. Kate shared her inspiring journey from being a kindergarten teacher to discovering her passion for makeup, which blossomed during her time at home with her children. We dove into the common makeup mistakes women over 40 often make, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's skin type and undertones. Kate provided...
Apr 17, 2025•52 min•Ep. 181
In this month's Product Junkies episode, we kick things off with a candid chat about life and the challenges we're facing—especially with Katie’s demanding job as a fit model. We then dive into our Product Junkies segment, sharing the beauty and wellness products we’re obsessed with right now. Katie starts with a viral toothpaste she discovered on TikTok (shocker!), raving about its brightening effects and probiotic benefits. Amy follows up with her go-to de-puffing tool, perfect for soothing ti...
Apr 03, 2025•28 min•Ep. 180
In this exciting episode, we kick off our new season with a lighthearted conversation featuring Shana Draugelis, the founder and CEO of popular fashion, shopping and lifestyle website, The Mom Edit. We dive into what we can wear to feel put together, chic, and comfortable on the daily. Shana dives into the origins of The Mom Edit, explaining how it started as a personal blog documenting the fashion of "cool moms" at the playground and how it's grown to where it is today. We then tackle the daunt...
Mar 20, 2025•36 min•Ep. 179
REPLAY - Some of our recent popular episodes to get ready for the new season of Nirvana Sisters... In this episode of the Nirvana Sisters Podcast, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Dr. Elizabeth Poyner, a gynecological oncologist and expert in midlife women's health. Dr. Poyner shared her extensive knowledge on the intersection of hormonal health, stress management, and overall well-being for women, particularly during midlife. We kicked off the conversation by discussing our personal "ni...
Mar 06, 2025•53 min•Ep. 178
In this special episode of the Nirvana Sisters Podcast, we had the pleasure of welcoming Amy Dickerson and Katie Gillberg from Hydrate IV Bar. We were thrilled to dive into the world of IV therapy, a topic we haven't explored before but are both passionate about. We do a deep dive into this treatment which is gaining popularity. We discuss the benefits of IV therapy, emphasizing its role in wellness, recovery, and beauty - especially in today's world where many people are not getting the nutrien...
Dec 19, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 177
In this Nirvana Sisters Podcast episode, we're sharing our favorite products for November. We start off with Amy's Eadem lip softening balm with its cool metal applicator that she's loving right now. Then Katie shares the Optase Life Sensitive Eye Makeup Remover that's gentle and residue-free making eye makeup removal a breeze. We also talk about Amy's new dental routine with Uncle Harry's Alkalizing Mineral Toothpaste and Purely White Deluxe whitening powder, which have her teeth looking cleane...
Nov 14, 2024•26 min•Ep. 176
In this episode of the Nirvana Sisters Podcast, we had the pleasure of welcoming Dr. Ryan Neinstein, a board-certified plastic surgeon based in New York City and the owner of Neinstein Plastic Surgery. Dr. Neinstein is renowned for his modern mommy makeover, a transformative procedure designed to restore confidence in mothers by addressing the physical changes that occur due to pregnancy and breastfeeding. As we delved into Dr. Neinstein's expertise, he explained his focus on body surgery, parti...
Oct 31, 2024•37 min•Ep. 175
In this Nirvana Sisters Podcast episode replay Amy and Katie chat with eyebrow artist to the stars, Daria Kruchinina. The three chat about eyebrow trends like soap brow and laminated brows as well as how to achieve Daria’s signature natural brow look. Daria shares the do’s and don’ts of eyebrow shaping and care as well as her thoughts on eyelash extensions. Stay till the end for her seasonal makeup trends. For more on this episode, read the full show notes here Follow us @nirvanasisters on Insta...
Oct 24, 2024•43 min•Ep. 174
In this episode of the Nirvana Sisters podcast, Amy and Katie get a chance to catch up on the challenges of maintaining well-being amidst the hectic pace of life, particularly as the seasons change. Amy opens up about her recent struggles with sleep quality due to a cold, while Katie shares her difficulties with falling asleep and waking up feeling fatigued. Both hosts emphasize the importance of establishing a consistent wind-down routine to enhance their sleep hygiene. Catching up on each othe...
Oct 17, 2024•29 min•Ep. 173
In this episode of the Nirvana Sisters podcast, we had the pleasure of speaking with Chelsea Pearson, a licensed esthetician with over 21 years of experience in the beauty industry. Chelsea shared her inspiring journey, which began in her mother's salon, where she developed a passion for helping women feel beautiful and confident. We dove into some practical beauty tips, with Chelsea emphasizing the mantra "less is more" when it comes to makeup, especially under the eyes. She provided valuable i...
Oct 10, 2024•26 min•Ep. 172
In this episode of the Nirvana Sisters Podcast, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Dr. Elizabeth Poyner, a gynecological oncologist and expert in midlife women's health. Dr. Poyner shared her extensive knowledge on the intersection of hormonal health, stress management, and overall well-being for women, particularly during midlife. We kicked off the conversation by discussing our personal "nirvana" moments of the week, highlighting the joy of seasonal changes and family milestones. Dr. Poy...
Oct 03, 2024•53 min•Ep. 171
In this episode of the Nirvana Sisters podcast, we return with Product Junkies, after a summer hiatus. We dive into a variety of products that we've been loving lately, starting with some fun fashion finds. We share a new favorite clothing set from Ocean Drive, perfect for lounging or poolside wear and the Rag & Bone Miramar Wide Leg Pants, which combine the comfort of sweats with the look of jeans. We introduce the HiSmile Glow Stick Tooth Gloss, a unique product that brightens teeth on the...
Sep 26, 2024•27 min•Ep. 170
In this episode of the Nirvana Sisters podcast, we are thrilled to welcome Chef Whitney Aronoff, a holistic chef based in Laguna Beach, California, and the founder of Starseed Kitchen Organic Spices. Whitney is also the host of the High Vibration Living Podcast, where she shares her passion for healthy cooking and wellness insights. Whitney shares her inspiring journey into the world of holistic cooking, which began as a personal quest to heal from an autoimmune condition. She recounts her child...
Sep 19, 2024•53 min•Ep. 169
In this episode of the Nirvana Sisters podcast, we welcomed back Natasha Brinkmann, also known as Beauty Junky Monkey on TikTok and Instagram. Natasha, a master esthetician and skincare consultant, shared her latest insights and experiences in the ever-evolving world of skincare. One of the standout topics was Natasha's 30-day skincare challenge, where she provided daily lessons to help listeners build their own skincare routines. We delved into the importance of understanding how to use product...
Sep 12, 2024•49 min•Ep. 168
In this Nirvana Sisters Podcast episode we chat with celebrity makeup artist, Christina Flach. Christina shares her best makeup tips and hacks for achieving that youthful, A-lister glow. She shares the importance of skincare and her favorite skin products. Christina teaches us how to choose the best shade for your concealer, bronzer, eyeshadow, and more. Her lip hack for when you want your lips to appear bigger or how to make a bold lip color work will change the way you rock your gloss. Christi...
Aug 29, 2024•39 min•Ep. 167
On this week's episode, we had the pleasure of interviewing Ana Oliveira, an expert in home organization. Ana shares valuable insights on organizing spaces, emphasizing the importance of purging and simplifying before beautifying a space. She highlights the significance of maintaining organization through weekly resets and utilizing labels to streamline the process. Ana also provides practical tips for organizing closets, fridges, and managing paper clutter. Listen to the end to hear about her f...
Aug 22, 2024•56 min•Ep. 166
In today's episode, join Amy for an exclusive solo session as she unveils her curated selection of must-have Sephora products, just in time for the exciting Sephora sale. From essential skin prep to coveted picks in blush, bronzer, lips, eyes, and beyond, Amy delves into her tried-and-true favorites. Consider this episode a sanctuary for all beauty enthusiasts seeking their next holy grail product. Lots of choices to pick from and a fun listen if you are a product junkie like Amy and Katie. In t...
Aug 15, 2024•21 min•Ep. 165
In this replay episode of the Nirvana Sisters podcast, we continue our conversation from Part 1 with Karen Martel, an expert in bioidentical hormone replacement therapy. Karen provides valuable insights into the misconceptions surrounding hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and the differences between bioidentical and synthetic hormones. She emphasizes the importance of educating oneself about HRT to make informed decisions and debunks myths about the risks associated with hormone replacement. Kar...
Aug 08, 2024•35 min•Ep. 165
In this replay episode, we chat with Karen Martel, the CEO of Hormone Solutions and host of the Hormone Solution Podcast. To kick the episode off Katie shares a touching testimonial about how Karen Martel's podcast has transformed her life, leading her to explore hormone replacement therapy and experience a significant improvement in her health and well-being. This personal anecdote set the stage for a deep dive into the complexities of perimenopause and menopause. Karen expertly explains the su...
Aug 01, 2024•31 min•Ep. 164
In this replay episode we talk with wellbeing advisor Sally Joy Wolf. Sally shares simple steps to starting a gratitude practice and explains why it's scientifically proven to benefit our mental state. She teaches us about "savoring" and gives us micro steps to being present in our day to day. We chat about the link between vulnerability and being your authentic self, why finding meaning and purpose aids in being resilient and so much more. This episode is filled with science backed tips to achi...
Jul 25, 2024•57 min•Ep. 163
How is your Summer going with your teens at home? Are you getting those one word answers too? On this replay episode we connect with teen and parent coach Will Elliott who shares helpful insights and tips into our teenagers brain. We cover a host of topics ranging from how to get your teen to open up and talk with you to tips for confidence and motivation. We also talk about the popular topic of when parents are not on the same page with how they parent and why this could be a good thing. Will h...
Jul 18, 2024•45 min•Ep. 162
In this episode of Nirvana Sisters, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Kirti Tewani, a dedicated Ayurvedic therapist, speaker, and founder of Better Green Health. Kirti shared valuable insights on holistic living, skincare, and beauty practices rooted in Ayurvedic principles. She emphasized the importance of nourishing the body and mind with wholesome foods, herbs, and self-care practices to achieve balance and vitality. Kirti discussed the benefits of hair oiling as a practice that not on...
Jul 04, 2024•56 min•Ep. 161
In this week's episode of Nirvana Sisters podcast, we catch up with Kat Ashmore who you may know as @katcancook on Instagram and TikTok. She talks about her new book, Big Bites , and her favorite easy recipes for weeknight meals and tips for prepping. We also get the full scoop on how she maintains her glowing skin when Kat shares her detailed routine. Lastly, Kat shares with us the collagen that has changed her skin along with the cooking ingredients she's not afraid to use. We enjoyed every se...
Jun 27, 2024•55 min•Ep. 161
On this replay episode we chat with Dr. Holliday Bell, a Board-Certified Physician and Certified Sleep Specialist to discuss all things sleep. How much should we be getting a night? What is your circadian rhythm and melatonin? How can we fall asleep quickly and can we watch TV before bed? We dive into many questions including what to do if you wake up and can't fall back asleep (this answer may surprise you!), sleep apnea and other sleep disruptors, favorite sleep items and more. So much good ad...
Jun 20, 2024•44 min•Ep. 160
In this replay episode, Amy and Katie continue the conversation with fitness expert, Andrea Marcellus. In part 2 of this series ( Listen to Part 1 here ), Andrea shares eating tips and strategies, especially when at a restaurant. Did you know she eats her favorites - bread, butter and wine! They also discuss what exercises work for your age group as well as the benefits of lifting with heavy weights and what it actually means. Andrea graciously shares a few quick weight routines towards the end ...
Jun 13, 2024•33 min•Ep. 160
