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Game changers, category creators, wellness mavens – and that’s just your hosts! A new podcast series from Zoe Sakoutis and Erica Huss, the founders of the iconic juice brand, Blueprint. As female entrepreneurs who have been in the trenches of “The Business of Being Well” themselves, they’re bringing…

Erica Huss and Zoë Sakoutis


    • May 24, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 53m AVG DURATION
    • 159 EPISODES

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    158. Here We Grow: Psychedelics & Plant-Based Psychotherapy with Lauren Taus (Replay)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2023 56:41


    You know we're all about the shrooms here on HTW, and not just the ones that take you on a trip. But when it comes to other psychedelics and their potential health benefits, it can be hard to get over some misconceptions we have. Most of us grew up hearing “drugs are bad, mkay,” and while many can be—and nearly all without taking the proper precautions—it's taken a toll on public perception around certain compounds and held us back from some very useful and SAFE benefits. Lauren Taus is a licensed psychotherapist, practicing Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), and trained to work with both psychoactive compounds and plant medicines. Lauren leads Inbodied Life, a group therapy practice and she also offers immersive educational programs for clinicians to learn psychedelic assisted therapy and integration in contexts that hold personal healing as essential to effective facilitation. Lauren is a lifelong student, educator and activist. For decades, Lauren's work has focused on creating aligned, and kind mind-body connections to support complete health for individuals and the collective. She helps walk us through using these potent plants as tools for healing, looking at ketamine beyond the stigma (and where those stigmas may be right), and the potential uses for future psychedelic-assisted therapies.   Lauren talks about… Her pain-to-purpose path into the world of mental health The value people get from their addicitons How ketamine-assisted psychotherapy works and the history of drug-assisted healing The experience of using ketamine beyond the stigma How we compromise ourselves to maintain relationships The impact of drug legalization   Resources: Learn more at inbodiedlife.com Instagram: @lauren.taus Listen: Inbodied Life Podcast Subscribe to our YouTube Channel!  

    157. Wellness of Body & Spirit with Candice Kumai

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2023 53:48


    Oh hey, wellness fanatics! Buckle up for a wildly entertaining chat with the fabulous Candice Kumai, who's basically the Swiss Army knife of the wellness world. She's a chef, journalist, author, model, and host of the Wabi Sabi podcast, and now she's got a new book out on Audible called "Spirited." Brace yourselves for some juicy girl talk and plenty of laughs! Candice and Erica have been running side-by-side on this wacky wellness rollercoaster for years, watching the landscape morph into something we barely recognize, and still riding those entrepreneurial highs and lows. In this episode, we dish out some real talk about our battles with imposter syndrome, anxiety, insomnia, and all those not-so-glamorous moments that come with the territory. Expect a healthy dose of chuckles and maybe even a little cat chatter, as among other roles, Candice also devotes many hours to rescuing and fostering kittens.  So, if you're ready for a wild ride through the ever-shifting world of wellness, and a deep dive into Candice's new book "Spirited," don't miss this outrageous and downright honest conversation with the one and only Candice Kumai.    Candice talks about… The beautiful heartbreak of cat rescue and fostering Boundaries, the silver linings of the pandemic,  Feeling empowered to be your full self, the light and the dark The ugly side of social media and fake influence in the wellness world Leaving the legacy of being a good person   Resources: Learn more at Candice's website: https://candicekumai.com/ Listen to "Spirited" exclusively on Audible: http://audible.com/spirited Kintsugi Wellness: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0062669850/ Clean Green Eats: https://www.amazon.com/Clean-Green-Eats-Clean-Eating-Recipes-ebook/dp/B00O11JTME Listen to Wabi Sabi Podcast: https://candicekumai.com/wabi-sabi-podcast/ Follow Candice to support her work: https://www.instagram.com/candicekumai/ Candice's shop site: https://thematchashoppe.com Candice on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CandiceKumai/videos Candice on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@candicekumai Visit earthandstar.com and use the promo code “PODCAST” to get 15% off your first order Subscribe to our YouTube Channel!  

    156. Panic Attacks Suck! Let's Talk About How to Deal with Them with Dr. Ellen Vora (replay)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2023 68:05


    Are we still talking about stress and anxiety? Yes... yes we are. Because it never f***ing goes away. And panic attacks, in particular, have become a very broad, catch-all topic for a variety of still-potentially-severe-but-not-actually-panic-attack problems. That's why we're bringing on our good friend, Dr. Ellen Vora, to lay out the real deal about panic attacks: what they actually are, and how you can cope with them. She practically wrote the book on it — Ok, she ACTUALLY wrote the book on it. The Anatomy of Anxiety is available now.   Dr. Ellen Vora talks about… Unpacking what panic attacks are False anxiety vs true anxiety How the fear economy preys on our anxiety What to do when you're experiencing a panic attack How to set ourselves up to avoid them in the first place   Resources: Learn more: ellenvora.com Instagram: @ellenvoramd Visit earthandstar.com and use the promo code “PODCAST” to get 15% off your first order Subscribe to our YouTube Channel!  

    155. Erica & Zoë Minisode: Killer Cordyceps, Ladybits & More!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2023 34:19


    Time for another sesh between us girls, including a (potentially) informative ride as we discuss everything from The Last of Us (spoiler alert: not a ringing endorsement for fungi) to the miracle of hormone therapy (progesterone for all — if you can get it from your dealer), and how to break up with your therapist once you've worked through your issues. We may or may not also have some opinions on SoulCycle, Glennon Doyle's podcast, and the public feud between Dave Asprey and Joe Rogan over the war on vegetables.    Resources: Visit earthandstar.com and get 15% off your first order with code HTW Subscribe to our YouTube Channel!  

    154. The Menopausal Myth & Hormone Replacement Therapy with Monica Molenaar of Alloy

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2023 64:35


    If you've been suffering through the joys of perimenopause and menopause, this episode is for you. And even if you're not there yet–it's coming.  We're going to give you all the juicy details about how we've been misled about menopause — and boy, have we been misled. We had a hilarious and informative conversation with Monica Molenaar, co-founder of Alloy — assuming you find tales of incontinence as amusing as we do. What we learned is that hormone replacement therapy can actually alleviate the long list of symptoms plaguing women during menopause and perimenopause, but for reasons that will be revealed, we've been told otherwise for the past few decades. Luckily, Monica is a wealth of information and she's here to set the record straight. And you don't have to wait until menopause–actually you SHOULDN'T wait.  You can start treating your symptoms right now. Whether you're in the midst of menopause, perimenopause, or just curious about WTF is going on with your hormones, this episode is definitely worth a listen. Head on over to Alloy's website for more information, and get ready to laugh and learn.   Bio: Monica Molenaar is a serial entrepreneur who has become a passionate advocate for democratizing access to safe, effective, and evidence-based solutions for women as they age, stemming from her own experience going into surgical menopause at age 40 and finding little support.  She is now the co-founder and co-CEO of Alloy Women's Health, an online telehealth and pharmacy platform that makes it easy for women in all 50 states to access expert physicians and gold-standard treatments for menopause.   Monica talks about… The lies women are told about menopause and what we can do about it Misconceptions about hormone replacement therapy Taking a multi-strategy approach to menopause management Empowering women to make the decisions that work best for them   Resources: myalloy.com Use the code HTW15 for 15% off the first order at MyAlloy.com Follow Monica on Instagram: @monica.molenaar Women Have Been Misled About Menopause Visit earthandstar.com and get 15% off your first order with code HTW Subscribe to our YouTube Channel!

    153. Managing stress using ACTUAL practical strategies with Dr. Elissa Epel

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2023 44:29


    Today we're talking about stress, something that we've all experienced. And if you say you don't get stressed, congratulations and also we call bullsh*t.   But fear not, Dr. Elissa Epel is here to give us some tactical tips to address it. She's the author of The Stress Prescription, a book that promises more joy and ease in just seven days. As an expert in stress and biological aging, she knows a thing or two about the subject. And the best part? She actually provides practical strategies that you can apply to your life, rather than broad, useless recommendations. Here at Highway to Well, we love useful tools and guidance, not just meaningless gestures. So without further ado, let's hear from Dr. Elissa Epel.   Dr. Epel talks about… Why stress isn't always bad for you and how to distinguish between them Methods for reducing stress in the moment Taking inventory over what you can control The relationship between stress and anxiety Managing the stress responses in kids How stress passes down generationally   Resources: Learn more at elissaepel.com Read: The Stress Prescription Visit earthandstar.com and get 15% off your first order with code HTW Subscribe to our YouTube Channel!  

    152. Breathe New Life Into Your Mental Health Practice with Christine Calvert

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2023 59:04


    If all the buzz about psychedelic therapy has you curious and intimidated at the same time, then get ready for the perfect gateway: holotropic breathing. Christine Calvert is an experienced practitioner and certified faciliatator of this type of breathwork, who experienced firsthand how life-changing the practice can be, helping her road to recovery from substance abuse and depression. As a cultuer, we tend to resist things that seem too "easy," which can prevent us from trying the simplest forms of healing. But what if it was as simple as learning to control your breath to take you to a totally new place? With the abundance of modalities available now, we have many options to try — so take a deep breath, enter an altered state of consciousness, and let's get started.   Christine Calvert talks about… How Christine Calvert's life got flip-turned after a gas station encounter introduced her to holotropic breathing What a typical holotropic breathwork session looks and feels like Who holotropic breathwork is not for How expanded states open us up to wider emotional acceptance Hurdles to accepting and feeling comfortable with breath work   Resources: Learn more at holotropic.com Connect with Christine on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-calvert-lcdc-a4099665/ Visit earthandstar.com and get 15% off your first order with code HTW Subscribe to our YouTube Channel!  

    151. Your Energy Forecast for 2023 with Intuitive Natalie Miles

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2023 60:56


    Spoiler alert for 2023: We're screwed. Who is Natalie Miles? She's an acclaimed channel, psychic medium, and author of the best selling book "You Are Intuitive.  Trust Your Truth.  Take Back Your Power."  And she is lovely! She's informed, and she's frighteningly precient. Her intuitive energy forecasts have reached millions of people globally via her YouTube channel, inspiring and guiding others to navigate the themes we face personally and as a collective on our planet. Soooooo Natalie's got some big predictions for the year but also some practical advice. The big message is that we need to stop planning and trying to control the future, and focus on the present and put in the hard work.  We also asked her about a big prediction she made recently, and guess what? She called it! So, if you're looking for some real insight and a little bit of hope, you should definitely check out her one-on-one and collective sessions. But in the meantime, buckle up and get ready for the wild ride - it sounds like 2023 is going to be an interesting year.   Natalie Miles talks about… The shift of people opening up to their gifts How she taps into her intuitive messages What we can expect energetically from 2023 and beyond Putting presence into practice   Resources: Learn more at natalie-miles.com Follow Natalie on Instagram: @iamnataliemiles YouTube: youtube.com/c/NatalieMiles Visit earthandstar.com and get 15% off your first order with code HTW Subscribe to our YouTube Channel!

    150. Your Prescription(less) Path to Better Sleep Dr. Aric Prather

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2023 57:52


    Dr. Aric Prather is a dream doctor come to rescue us from sleepless nights! He treats insomnia with cognitive behavioral therapy and helps patients adjust to their CPAP equipment. He's also the author of The Sleep Prescription: Seven Days to Unlocking Your Best Rest which, as the name suggests, lays out a plan to straighten your sleep out in one week. Prather's research focuses on how sleep deprivation affects our physical and emotional health. He studies sleep patterns to identify those of us who are at risk of health problems due to lack of sleep and those who are resilient. Prather earned his Ph.D. in clinical and biological health psychology from the University of Pittsburgh and is a member of the Sleep Research Society, American Psychological Association, American Psychosomatic Society and Society for Affective Science.   Dr. Aric Prather talks about… The definition of insomnia and why it's such a struggle for many people Night owls, morning people, and the science behind circadian differences The importance of a consistent, predictable sleep schedule How sleep worry feeds insomnia   Resources: Learn more at aricprather.com Read: The Sleep Prescription Visit earthandstar.com and get 15% off your first order with code HTW Subscribe to our YouTube Channel!

    149. Fireside Chat: Self-Help Sh*t we Tried in 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2022 25:25


    The one where Zoe still thinks it's 2020.  It may as well be, no?  It's the end of the year, and while plenty of people are thinking about goals for next year, we're more about reflection than resolution. So listen in on this admittedly free-wheeling conversation as we perform free association dissociation, deny the laws of time, and perform a modality inventory to look back on all the waacky and woo-woo things we've done to ourselves over the past year in the name of science and healing.   We talk about… Things we've learned in 2022 Untangling the law of attraction and hypnotherapy Going into the k-hole   Resources: Visit earthandstar.com and get 15% off your first order with code HTW Subscribe to our YouTube Channel!

    148. Improving Resilience to Stress Through Sound with Dr. David Rabin

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2022 51:31


    Neuroscientist, board-certified psychiatrist, health tech entrepreneur, and inventor Dr. David Rabin has spent more than 15 years researching the effects of persistent stress on people. He's also the co-founder and CIO of Apollo Neuroscience, which created the first wearable device verified by science to actively enhance sleep, relaxation, focus, and calmness by employing a new touch therapy that sends a signal of security to the brain. As a psychiatrist, Dr. Rabin focuses on very difficult to treat mental illnesses. He has been constantly fascinated by why chronic and intense stress can sometimes make people stronger, while other times it holds us back — even within the same person. Medication doesn't work for more than half of patients, which led Dr. David to find something else to treat mental illness. We discuss the path that led to that discovery, how it works, and why it's so important in reducing stress. SPECIAL OFFER FOR LISTENERS: Use the code EARTHSTAR for $40 off your order at www.apolloneuro.com Dr. David Rabin talks about… Using technology to put us into a state of safety Hacking the autonomic and parasympathetic systems to  How sound can be used as a signal to evoke a soothing response The problem with too much data and how that leads to more stress   Resources: drdave.io apolloneuro.com Instagram: @drdavidrabin Twitter: @drdavidrabin Visit earthandstar.com and get 15% off your first order with code HTW Subscribe to our YouTube Channel!

    147. Personalizing the Future of Wellness with Cristina Cuomo

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2022 42:51


    Cristina Cuomo is the founder, editor, and (breaking!) CEO of The Purist, a journalism platform with the aim of pushing the needle further in the direction of wellness and helping people define and refine the life that they want to live. They edit down the wellness world to what really matters, dispelling myths (such as “will adaptogens make me high?”), and bringing awareness to topics that need a little more love. We talk about what trends are making waves in wellness, where we need to be putting a little more of our focus, the importance of getting back to basics in health, and more.   Cristina talks about… What exciting trends are on the horizon in the wellness world The rise in menopause awareness Creating positivity around wellness messaging The anti-hustle movement and finding space for quiet Sleep hygiene and the importance of getting rest   Resources: Learn more at thepuristonline.com Follow Cristina on Twitter: @cristinacuomo Read: The Happiness Hypothesis Read: Eat to Beat Disease Visit earthandstar.com and get 50% off your first order with code HTW Subscribe to our YouTube Channel!

    146. Psychedelics Are Big Business with Patrick Moher

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2022 28:31


    Psychedelics aren't just for your parents! They're coming back, and this time they mean business—big business. Patrick Moher is the president & co-founder of Microdose, the preeminent media site for all things psychedelic industry born out of the pandemic. They're working to shift the world's perception of psychedelic medicine, at a time when the world is keenly aware of our deteriorating mental health and desperate to just feel something. We talk shop about the business side of psychedelics and the road to legalization and beyond.   Patrick talks about… Why you need to be paying attention to microdosing Exploring the broad range of the psychedelic industry Recreational vs therapeutic psychedelic usage How psychedelics have begun outpacing cannabis in legalization and adoption Creating room for personalized experiences and individual needs Opportunities for investing in the psychedelic industry   Resources: Learn more at microdose.buzz Get tickets to Wonderland Follow Patrick on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/patrickmoher Subscribe to our YouTube Channel!

    145. Here We Grow: Psychedelics & Plant-Based Psychotherapy with Lauren Taus

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2022 53:36


    You know we're all about the shrooms here on HTW, and not just the ones that take you on a trip. But when it comes to other drugs and the potential health benefits of them, it can be hard to get over some preconceptions we have. Most of us grew up hearing “drugs are bad, mkay,” and while many can be—and nearly all without taking the proper precautions—it's taken a toll on public perception around drugs and held us back from reaping the positive benefits they can have. Lauren Taus is a psychedelic assisted therapist, trained to work with both psychoactive compounds and plant medicines. Lauren leads Inbodied Life, a group therapy practice and she also offers immersive educational programs for clinicians to learn psychedelic assisted therapy and integration in contexts that hold personal healing as essential to effective facilitation. Lauren is a lifelong student, educator and activist. For decades, Lauren's work has focused on creating aligned, and kind mind-body connections to support complete health for individuals and the collective. She helps walk us through using these potent plants as tools for healing, looking at ketamine beyond the stigma (and where those stigmas may be right), and the potential uses for future psychedelic-assisted therapies.   Lauren talks about… Her pain-to-purpose path into the world of mental health The value people get from their addicitons How ketamine-assisted psychotherapy works and this history of drug-assisted healing The experience of using ketamine beyond the stigma How we compromise ourselves to maintain relationships The impact of drug legalization   Resources: Learn more at inbodiedlife.com Instagram: @lauren.taus Listen: Inbodied Life Podcast Visit earthandstar.com and use code HTW to get 15% off your first order

    144. Back to school goals minisode with Erica & Zoe

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2022 15:47


    It's a new season, and that's the perfect opportunity for a fresh start. We've got new guests lined up, and plenty of topics in store for us to shoot the shit about! Something about fall feels so ripe for a reset, so we talk about what you can expect in the coming months, what fall rituals we practice, a brief if inaccurate lesson on Rosh Hashana dining, and using the seasons as a turning point. We also celebrate the wisdom of the power lesbians we love and admire. We talk about… What's in store for the latest season of HTW How we're celebrating the fall Open call for topics to discuss What we're listening to

    143. How Surrender Can Help You Manifest The Life You Want with Kute Blackson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2022 61:43


    Kute Blackson is like the human version of L-Theanine: calming, yet energizing at the same time. A beloved inspirational speaker, transformational teacher, and author of You Are The One and The Magic of Surrender, he takes concepts like manifestation and the power of letting go, and makes them not only digestible to the average person, but logical too. Blackson is widely considered a next generation leader in the field of personal development. His mission is simple: To awaken and inspire people across the planet to access inner freedom, live authentically and fulfill their true life's purpose. While we've already claimed him as our personal guru, this conversation is a pretty great alternative to that.   Kute talks about… Kute's miraculous upbringing The patterns and conditions that limit us Understanding who you really are How pain is a gift Giving ourselves the chance to fully feel our feelings How manifestation actually works The power of surrendering and letting go   Resources: kuteblackson.com Instagram: @kuteblackson boundlessblissbali.com Soul Talk Podcast You Are The One The Magic of Surrender   HTW is produced and published by Crate Media.

    142. Resetting Your Gut With Colostrum with Dr. Sarah Rahal

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2022 46:01


    Think you know everything about gut healing by now?  Think again: if you've never heard of it, Colostrum is about to be your new best friend.  This "liquid gold" is the first milk we drink in our first 72 hours of life, but it's also a super-powerful supplement that can have benefits for everyone. Dr. Sarah Rahal is a double board-certified pediatric neurologist who moved on from her practice to create the incredible brand ARMRA, all around adding colostrum into your daily regimen. The stuff works like magic, working to heal and repair your gut from the inside out at a cellular level. We are seeing a massive boom in childhood chronic illness since the ‘60s, and it's clear that these health issues are brought on by our modern lifestyles. When Dr. Rahal experienced her own health emergency, it was colostrum that brought her out of it – literally saving her life. While conducting her research, she uncovered the troubling role modern environmental factors like pollutants, pesticides, refined sugars, processed food, and unregulated chemicals in home and body products played in dictating negative health outcomes.  She felt it was mission critical for people to understand these risks and how to mitigate them, so she set out to create a solution that was accessible to everyone.   Dr. Sarah Rahal talks about… Why we're seeing a rise in chronic illness in children What bovine colostrum does for the body in people of all ages How addressing foundational health issues creates a cascading effect Recognizing the signs of suboptimal health Why the method of delivery is so important for colostrum   Resources: Visit TryArmra.com and use code “HTW15” for 15% off your first purchase Instagram: @tryarmra   HTW is produced and published by Crate Media.

    141. How to Breathe with James Nestor (Replay)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2022 68:16


    Take a deep breath, because James Nestor is the real deal. He's taking all of his incredible journalistic skills, applying them to the world of breathing, and sharing all the benefits it can provide with the world. This conversation with James may very well be the most eye-opening (or nose-opening) conversation around health that you've heard in years. Get ready because this episode is going to take your breath away.   James talks about... Why we needed another book about breathing Why you shouldn't breathe through your mouth Getting more oxygen by breathing slowly Not having to rely on medication and devices for respiratory problems How breathing affects your posture Our mouths are getting smaller The sleep apnea epidemic The benefits of staying calm to breathe, growth, and healing Breathing less or breathing more The relationship between breath and weight loss   Resources: mrjamesnestor.com Read "Breath" Instagram: @mrjamesnestor Twitter: @mrjamesnestor Visit earthandstar.com and use code HTW for 15% off at checkout HTW Podcast is a production of Crate Media

    140. More Than Kegels: Strengthening Your Pelvic Floor with Lia Bartha

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2022 44:49


    We've all heard of Kegels, right? But other than that, not many people are aware of their pelvic floor – or why it's so damn important. It's way more than Kegels, that's for sure. There are so many aspects of your health that are connected to your pelvic floor, from back pain, posture, and even how pleasurable sex can be! That's why we're lucky to have Lia Bartha here to fill us in on what our pelvic floor needs. She's the founder of B The Method, a whole-body exercise regimen purposefully created to leave nothing untouched. We talk about everything from poop, to periods, to childbirth, to why it's important to stop stigmatizing parts of our bodies that we should be talking about.   A former dancer with scoliosis and multiple injuries, Lia first created her method, which is a mix of highly unique pilates-based, low-impact movements, with inspiration from dance and swimming, to strengthen, restore and protect her own body.  Lia talks about... How B The Method got started and why the pelvic floor is such a big deal Taking a proactive approach to pelvic floor health Destigmatizing sexual health The risks of having a weak pelvic floor How B The Method works Other exercises and movements that support your pelvic floor   Resources: liabartha.com bthemethod.com Instagram: @liabartha   Highway To Well is a production of Crate Media

    139. Bringing Integrative Health to Pediatrics with Dr. Joel “Gator” Warsh

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2022 52:23


    Dr. Joel “Gator” Warsh is a Board-Certified Pediatrician in Los Angeles, California who specializes in Parenting, Wellness and Integrative Medicine, bringing the world of integrative medicine to pediatrics. After training in Western medicine, he got frustrated with the traditional system, which led him down a more holistic approach. He founded Integrative Pediatrics and Medicine with that in mind, bringing the best of Western medicine and natural remedies together. Much of that means putting a bigger focus on early intervention and preventative health measures, rather than waiting to treat illnesses and disease after the fact. Kids' health often gets overlooked in the wellness space, which makes what Dr. Gator is doing so refreshing.   He is also the host of the Raising Amazing podcast and the author of the children's book “Love, Dad,” set to release in 2024. Dr. Gator talks about... What drew him to integrative medicine Holistic options for common illnesses The foundational aspects of children's health Making up for potential nutritional deficiencies Focusing on prevention over treatment How to navigate eating healthy when so much out there is made unhealthy How stress is impacting kids' health Making small changes in your lifestyle   Resources: integrativepediatrics.com Instagram: @drjoelgator Listen: Raising Amazing Podcast   Highway To Well is a production of Crate Media

    138. Inspiring Compassion and Grace in Today's Kids with Dr. Keba Rogers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2022 45:03


    Dr. Keba Rogers just wants people to be kinder to themselves. As the CEO and founder of Grace, Growth and Greatness Psychological Services, a New York State licensed psychologist, nationally certified school psychologist, and diplomat for the American Board of School Neuropsychology, she works with people of all ages to teach and preach the power of grace, especially that which we show ourselves. Dr. Rogers' areas of specialty include helping communities move from a focus on transactional diversity to transformational inclusion, and working with clients who have experienced trauma, have emotional and behavioral disorders, learning disabilities, are marginalized, belong to historically underserved and underrepresented groups, and/or are limited by institutional barriers.   In this episode, we acknowledge the facts: that we're STILL in the midst of an ongoing pandemic and a generation of kids is growing up with this as their normal. We talk about some of the effects this is having, and could have in the future, and how to support mental health, for ourselves and for our kids.   Dr. Keba Rogers talks about... Founding Grace, Growth and Greatness Helping kids understand grace and self-compassion Talking about death and other heavy topics with kids Time out vs. time in Making space in therapy for Black girls Supporting mental health on social media   Resources: doctorkebag3.com Instagram: @gracegrowthandgreatness   Highway To Well is a production of Crate Media

    137. The Natural Path to a Pain-Free Period with Jess Toolson & Cody Sanders

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2022 33:28


    There has to be a better way of dealing with period pain than Ibuprofen and a heating pad, right? Mixhers was born – like so many other wellness companies – when an out-of-touch doctor gave some not-so-helpful advice about how to deal with severe period pain. We're talking with its founders, Jess Toolson and Cody Sanders, about how they got together and decided to look for a natural, effective way to deal with those monthly (or sometimes daily) pains. They want to empower women to take control of their own health and hormones, because no one else is doing it for us; that much is clear. Mixhers is here to help you take back your time of the month, period.   Jess & Cody talk about... How they met to found Mixhers Finding a better solution to period pain Listening to the symptoms as a message your body is giving you The ingredients Mixhers uses and what they do for your body Celebrating every step in the right direction The power of consistency   Resources: mixhers.com Instagram: @mixhers   Highway To Well is a production of Crate Media

    136. Taking the Headache Out of Holistic Healthcare with Krista Berlincourt of Kenshō Health

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2021 59:37


    Wouldn't it be great if we all had better access to doctors, practitioners, and specialists that we wanted to work with? Well, Krista Berlincourt is the Co-founder and CEO of Kenshō Health, a network of holistic healthcare providers you can trust. As is often the case with founders, she has her own story about personal health issues that led her to question why there weren't better options out there. Krista was named a Top Female Founder to Watch, is a founding member of both The Forbes Councils and The Aspen Institute's Fringe Diplomacy. Krista is an internationally accredited coach and author whose work traverses transformation and all that makes us human — exploring the science of shame, emotion, and connection. An Oregonian at heart, Krista is an avid cyclist, naturalist, and outdoorswoman. You'll hear her whole journey from health crisis to groundbreaking CEO and everything in-between.   Krista talks about... How her upbringing colored her human experience Her healthcare journey and struggles Making holistic wellness more accessible in the US through Kenshō Health The road to getting insurance companies on board with functional medicine   Resources: kenshohealth.com Instagram: @kberlinc + @kenshohealth LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kristaberlincourt Visit earthandstar.com and use the promo code “PODCAST” to get 15% off your first order   Highway To Well is a production of Crate Media

    135. Olive Oil for Optimal Health with Katina Mountanos

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2021 43:35


    Katina Mountanos is the Founder & CEO of Kosterina. After picking up some "Greek extra virgin olive oil" at a local supermarket in the US that tasted absolutely nothing like what her family produced back in Southern Greece, she became obsessed with bringing healthy, authentic Greek extra virgin olive oil to the US market. Olive oil, especially the good stuff, is packed with polyphenols that do some incredible things for our health. We talk about all of those benefits and why the US can really stand to use more olive oil in its cuisine.    Katina talks about... Her background and what led her to start an olive oil company Finding authentic olive oil What makes Greek olive oil special Creating a blue zone in every household How olive oil can counter the effects of lectins How olive oil benefits the body from the inside out   Resources: kosterina.com Instagram: @kosterina | @katinamountanos Visit earthandstar.com and use the promo code “PODCAST” to get 15% off your first order   Highway To Well is a production of Crate Media

    134. Panic Attacks Suck! Let's Talk About How to Deal with Them with Dr. Ellen Vora

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2021 66:59


    Are we still talking about stress and anxiety? Yes... yes we are. Because it never f***ing goes away. And panic attacks, in particular, have become a very broad, catch-all topic for a variety of still-potentially-severe-but-not-actually-panic-attack problems. That's why we're bringing on our good friend, Dr. Ellen Vora, to lay out the real deal about panic attacks: what they actually are, and how you can cope with them.   Dr. Ellen Vora talks about... Unpacking what panic attacks are False anxiety vs true anxiety How the fear economy preys on our anxiety What to do when you're experiencing a panic attack How to set ourselves up to avoid them in the first place   Resources: Learn more: ellenvora.com Instagram: @ellenvoramd Visit earthandstar.com and use the promo code “PODCAST” to get 15% off your first order   Highway To Well is a production of Crate Media

    133. WTF Is Up with My Thyroid? with Dr. Jeffrey Morrison

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2021 41:52


    Let's dive into the super-sexy topic of thyroid health! At a certain age, stuff in your body just starts changing, and sometimes things don't feel right. Many times these changes are related to the rarely-discussed thyroid. Dr. Jeffrey Morrison joins us to give us a solid “Thyroid 101” and help us make sense of WTF is going down in our bodies.   Dr. Jeffrey Morrison talks about... What the thyroid is supposed to do and how to know when it isn't The health effects of thyroid issues The difference between hypo and hyperthyroidism The drug-free avenue for thyroid treatment   Resources: morrisonhealth.com Visit earthandstar.com and use code “HTW” for 15% off at checkout   Highway To Well is a production of Crate Media

    132. The Badass CEO with Mimi Maclean

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2021 48:49


    Mimi Maclean is an entrepreneur, angel investor, podcast host, and more. She's passionate about investing in women-led businesses, nonprofits, and wellness – that's literally our jam. She has an interesting perspective on the market (as any female would), as there are far too few of us out there in the business world. But she's doing her part to fix that problem.   Mimi talks about... Creating The Badass CEO; her platform, blog and course for women to reach their business goals Finding our voices as women in the workplace The persistent inequality of women-led businesses getting funding (or not) Raising kids for the future Helping entrepreneurs save time   Resources: mimimaclean.com Read: The Badass CEO Listen to The Badass CEO Visit earthandstar.com and get 15% off your first order with promo code “HTW”   Highway To Well is a production of Crate Media

    131. Turning Everyday Stress Into Strength with Dr. Samantha Boardman

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2021 67:42


    Positive psychiatry, believe it or not, is more than just rainbows and unicorns! It's backed up by our good friend, science. Dr. Samantha Boardman is a clinical instructor in psychiatry, an attending psychiatrist at Weill Cornell Medical College, and the author of Everyday Vitality: Turning Stress Into Strength. Her website, Positive Prescription, focuses on sharing practical strategies that can enhance your life and build resilience – without the positive fluff. She has a skill for sharing this information in a way that's uplifting rather than shaming – something that so many people get wrong. We talk about microstressors, how they accumulate, and how to remain strong in the face of them.   Dr. Samantha Boardman talks about... How she began focusing on positive psychiatry Studying mental health instead of illness The compounding effect of small, daily stressors Three ways to build vitality Putting words to your emotions The power of uncertainty Post-traumatic growth Building resilience in everyday life The perfectionism problem   Resources: positiveprescription.com Read: Everyday Vitality Visit earthandstar.com and get 15% off your first order with promo code “HTW”   Highway to Well is a production of Crate Media

    130. Eat the Change You Want to See in the World with Seth Goldman

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2021 53:44


    Seth Goldman is a foundational entrepreneur in the wellness space, being the co-founder of Honest Tea and investing early in Beyond Meat and other companies that set a gold standard of “better for you” products. More an activist than an entrepreneur, Seth was passionate about making the change he wanted to see in the world – it just so happened that he wanted to see a less sweet drink on the market. He's also the co-founder of Eat the Change, a new platform dedicated to foods that are better for us and the planet. Their first product foray is some delicious fungi jerky – and you know how much we love mushrooms.   Seth talks about... The inspiration behind Honest Tea Getting involved with other companies and creating impact Taking one step in the right direction Replacing meat-based foods with superior plant-based offerings Getting people invested in plant-based food How Eat the Change started offering mushroom jerky The importance of doing work you care about Finding people to invest in change   Resources: eatthechange.com honesttea.com linkedin.com/in/seth-goldman-234bb7124 Twitter: @honestseth Visit earthandstar.com and use code “HTW” for 15% off at checkout   Highway To Well is a production of Crate Media

    129. Unwell Women: The Misogyny of the Medical System with Elinor Cleghorn

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2021 51:22


    Elinor Cleghorn is the author of “Unwell Women,” and, honestly, this book is going to blow everyone's minds. The medical system has been doing women dirty right in front of our faces and we've never given it the attention it deserves. We've all accepted this medical misogyny as normal. Elinor shows us that it doesn't have to be this way and shines a light on the history of why it has gone the way it has.   Elinor talks about... Her experience with sexism in the medical industry Why there's so much inequality in wellness The unfairness of being a self-advocate The male skew of medical knowledge Addressing the concerns of medical skeptics Having hope for the future   Resources: Twitter: @elinorcleghorn Read: “Unwell Women” Visit earthandstar.com and use code “HTW” for 15% off at checkout   Highway to Well is a production of Crate Media

    128. The Psychedelic Renaissance with Ronan Levy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2021 57:10


    Ronan Levy is the co-founder and executive chairman of Field Trip Health. They are on the cutting edge of developing psychedelic therapy techniques and methodologies. Ronan has built a career out of things that other people say can't be done. Making psychedelic experiences accessible and approachable is no different. The conversation around plant medicine is gaining a shit ton of traction, and we're excited to ride the shroom boom all the way.   Ronan talks about... How psychedelics are changing psychiatry The differences between ketamine, psilocybin, and MDMA What the ego is and how psychedelics dissolve it How access is rolling out Overcoming the stigmas around psychedelics Why we're seeing this psychedelic opportunity now   Resources: fieldtriphealth.com Instagram: @fieldtriphealth   Highway To Well is a production of Crate Media

    127. Reversing Diabetes Through a Plant-Based Diet with Eric Adams (Replay)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2021 31:44


    Eric Adams is the Borough President of Brooklyn. We’re not entirely sure what a Borough President does, but his name is on the bridge, so that’s impressive! Jokes aside, he is an impressive individual. He’s sweet, incredibly smart, and his goodwill is endless. He’s a diabetic who got his diet under control in just a short three weeks, which is mind-blowing. He’s a great steward of this lifestyle and knows well the struggles that go along with changing your diet, specifically in communities where food is so much a part of the culture.   Eric Adams talks about... Exploring indoor areas of self-care Reversing diabetes purely through food medicine Eating the wrong foods or eating them incorrectly What’s antithetical about the traditional diabetic diet The importance of having a support group Introducing our children to mind, body, and soul wellness Healing our planet   Resources: brooklyn-usa.org/eric-adams-bio Read "Healthy at Last" Visit earthandstar.com and use code HTW for 15% off at checkout     Highway To Well is a production of Crate Media

    126. Practical Intuition with Laura Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2021 78:55


    We missed a real opportunity to ask Laura Day about what happens when you die, but that’s okay. She’s not really interested in talking about that — she’s much more practical. She’s the best-selling author of a number of books, including “Practical Intuition,” which shares how Laura has helped people across the world tap into this misunderstood ability and take full advantage of the capabilities of the mind. We talk about how practical intuition lets you predict your own future, how we engage, notice, and use our intuition in a way that creates a better life and community, and the ways intuition answers the questions we didn’t know to ask. There’s a lot of vague, woo-woo talk around psychics and intuition but Laura is not that. She produces tangible results for people, and you can find out how to in your own life.   Laura Day talks about... How she became an intuition expert What practical intuition is and how to apply it to your world When our intuition becomes engaged Letting your intuition work organically Why there is no such thing as coincidence How your behavior creates your world Finding the possibility for yourself in a challenging world   Resources: lauraday.com Instagram: @lauradayintuit Read: "Practical Intuition" Visit earthandstar.com and use code HTW for 15% off at checkout   Highway To Well is a production of Crate Media

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    125. Making Yoga More Accessible with Tara Stiles (Replay)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2021 51:36


    Tara Stiles is the founder of Strala Yoga. It would have been great to only talk with her about yoga, but in light of the twin crises of Covid and racial injustice, we wanted to dig a little deeper.  We wellness folk do tend to feel things a bit more, so it’s great to talk with another feeler. She talks about how we can continue to have difficult conversations, having an open mind for yoga, how listening and learning is better than silently not participating, and the problems the wellness industry has created for itself. We hope this conversation brings a new perspective to anyone listening.   Tara talks about... The two pandemics we’re facing What Tara’s community is looking like now Using your platform to use your voice Making yoga unique and your own Evolving as a yoga teacher The gatekeeping of yoga purists The problems with the wellness industry   Resources: stralayoga.com Instagram: instagram.com/tarastiles Facebook: facebook.com/TaraStilesOfficial Twitter: twitter.com/TaraStiles   Highway To Well is a production of Crate Media

    124. Bringing Baobab Back, with Dr. Luc Maes

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2021 52:00


    Just like Shel Silverstein’s classic children’s book “The Giving Tree,” the Baobab tree just keeps giving and giving. A “lost crop” known locally for its many benefits, Dr. Luc Maes is a naturopathic doctor on a mission to bring it back. His company, KAIBAE, is focused on offering Baobab-based beauty and wellness products, encouraging the growth and development of this incredible plant, and providing economic benefits to the African communities that grow it. Dr Luc's research has taken him to study plant medicine throughout Africa, Central and South America. We dive into what his company is doing and how he’s working to change the habits of people around the world.   Dr. Luc Maes talks about... How indiginous communities used the Baobab tree The way KAIBAE is empowering economies The benefits of Baobab fruit Getting people into a preventative state of mind Changing people’s daily habits   Resources: Learn about Rewilding Your Microbiome with Dr. Luc Maes. Discover the power of wild plants, and how Baobab and the lost crops™ hold the key to preserving biodiversity and resilient health and beauty.  gokaibae.com Instagram: @gokaibae Visit earthandstar.com and use code HTW for 15% off at checkout Highway To Well is a production of Crate Media

    123. Be A Boundaries Boss, with Terri Cole

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2021 65:12


    Licensed psychotherapist Terri Cole has a book, blog, and business all about setting better boundaries. Why is it so damn hard to say “no” — especially as women? We don’t know how to set boundaries naturally because nobody taught us – but we can still learn how. In this conversation, Terri talks about why we need boundaries now more than ever, how to end the glorification of self-sacrifice, and giving yourself boundaries in your business life. Look for Terri's new book and special code for listeners below! Terri Cole talks about... Setting boundaries that make sense for you and your partner The boundary bill of rights--grab a pen! Prioritizing self-care over self-sacrifice Giving ultimatums and knowing your deal breakers Creating boundaries in business Making the distinction between being driven by fear and experiencing fear   Resources: terricole.com boundaryboss.me/htw Read: "Boundary Boss" Instagram: @terricole Visit earthandstar.com and use code HTW for 15% off at checkout   Highway To Well is a production of Crate Media

    122. Holistically Whole with Elissa Goodman

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2021 57:31


    Elissa Goodman is a holistic nutritionist with a bent on lifestyle cleansing--emphasis on lifestyle, this is about more than just food.  Her personal health journey has had more than its share of ups and downs but the result is a success story we all need to hear right now. A cancer diagnosis at age 33 was the first wake-up call that she needed to make some changes, but the hard learning didn't stop there. She has spent decades researching, educating herself, embracing life and loss and creating an incredible business helping others do the same.   Elissa talks about... How we will live post-pandemic The first of many health scares that started in her early 30s The marriage of Eastern and Western medicine--sound familiar? The futility of living in fear How we all deal with our collective trauma Mushrooms as medicine--we're listening!   Resources elissagoodman.com Instagram: @elissagoodman Facebook: facebook.com/elissa.goodman.holistic.nutritionist Visit earthandstar.com and use code HTW for 15% off at checkout   Highway To Well is a production of Crate Media

    #121: Take Your Vagina to the Gym with Dr. Stephanie Schull

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2021 62:38


    Read 'em and weep:  75% of people with vaginas have some degree of pelvic organ prolapse 66% of people with vaginas have some degree of bladder leakage 43% of people with vaginas have a form of sexual dysfunction Dr. Stephanie Schull is the creator and founder of Kegelbell,  the first FDA-registered, externally-weighted kegel system designed to treat and prevent the negative effects of a weak pelvic floor. A weak pelvic floor can cause massive and unpleasant health issues, and it’s incredible how quickly and easily you can turn things around. This is entirely preventative, but let’s be honest: The downsides here are something you really, really want to prevent. Stephanie brings fun and levity to a conversation about topics many are too embarrassed or ashamed to talk about, and that makes it easy to absorb. So sit back, relax, and listen... or even better, do some Kegels while you wait for your new gym to arrive.   Dr. Stephanie Schull talks about... What is the pelvic floor and what goes wrong with it Raising awareness of the risk of prolapse How to do Kegels correctly and with proper form How the Kegelbell works Identifying and acknowledging the signals of problems When you should start using a Kegelbell--hint: yesterday is not a bad idea Connecting with your body (yes, that part)   Resources: kegelbell.com Instagram: @kegelbell Visit earthandstar.com and use code HTW for 15% off at checkout   Highway To Well is a production of Crate Media

    #120: Poop Talkin’ Bout SIBO with Shivan Sarna

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2021 50:51


    We’ve never been so excited to talk about constipation and diarrhea. If you have a persistent tummy ache, it’s very possible you have a form of SIBO, or small intestine bacterial overgrowth. Shivan Sarna — author and patient advocate who literally wrote the book on SIBO — is here to tell us what it’s all about. She’s had a host of health issues both causing and being caused by SIBO, so she knows just what it’s like to live with and how confusing, overwhelming, and painful it can be. These problems are more common than you might think, so take the time to listen to some sh*t talk and see if it sounds familiar to you.   Shivan Sarna talks about... Shivan’s SIBO story The link between food poisoning and SIBO The causes of SIBO and what it causes How to get tested for SIBO Doing a deep dive into the FODMAP diet   Resources: sibosos.com Read: "Healing SIBO" Visit earthandstar.com and use code HTW for 15% off at checkout   Highway To Well is a production of Crate Media

    #119: Burnout Without Borders with Dr. Michelle Thompson

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2021 59:56


    While the last year of pandemic live has had far-reaching effects on everyone involved, it’s clear that doctors — who already deal with a ton of stress during “normal” times — are burning out fast. Dr. Michelle Thompson set out to work with her colleagues when she saw that people were reaching their limits, quitting their jobs, or worse. Approximately 400 physicians commit suicide a year which is a public health crisis in and of itself.  So she started teaching doctors how to manage their stress, take care of themselves, and prevent burnout. Self-Care as Health Care is a movement physicians are implementing to save their own lives to help withstand the rigors of a very difficult field of work.  We talk about some of the tools she’s incorporating in hospitals, why doctors are feeling so burdened, and what civilians can do to help.    Dr. Michelle Thompson talks about... How she was inspired to start helping her colleagues with burnout Reaching doctors as students The physician shortage we’re facing What civilians can do to help the doctor burnout program   Resources: bewelltherapies.org linkedin.com/in/michelle-thompson-olson-058688a Doctors, Facing Burnout, Turn to Self-Care Visit earthandstar.com and use code HTW for 15% off at checkout   Highway To Well is a production of Crate Media

    #118: The Skinny Confidential's Lauryn Evarts Bosstick on Branding and Being BOSS

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2021 43:46


    Ok time for some major girl talk. Lauryn Evarts Bosstick is the founder of The Skinny Confidential, the truth-telling, real talking, and often hilarious blog that she has brilliantly turned into a book, “The Skinny Confidential Lifestyle Guide,” a podcast, a monthly subscription app that provides workouts and meal plans, and more. Girl is kicking ass and taking names.  We get the real scoop from her about how the responsibility of being an influencer in a constructive way, working with her husband, the importance of stoic philosophy in her life, and the future of The Skinny Confidential brand.   Lauryn talks about... The ugliness behind the world of influencers Going into business with your significant other Pregnancy, new motherhood and how psilocybin helped to cure her postpartum depression Practicing stoicism daily   Resources: theskinnyconfidential.com Listen: tscpodcast.com Instagram: @theskinnyconfidential Visit earthandstar.com and use code HTW for 15% off at checkout   Highway To Well is a production of Crate Media

    #117: Erica & Zoe On Boundaries and No A-holes

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2021 39:45


    We have a strict policy for 2021: No assholes. Let’s leave them behind in 2020. We all need to respect each other’s space and just move on. In this quick and honest chat with just us girls, we trade stories about some less-than-pleasant interactions we’ve had with folks recently, how we’ve (maybe sometimes regrettably) handled them, and how we’re trying to draw the line between letting things go and standing up for ourselves.   Resources: Visit earthandstar.com and use code HTW for 15% off at checkout   Highway To Well is a production of Crate Media

    #116: CMO Rob Willey on Our New Relationship To Brands

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2021 69:27


    Rob Willey is Chief Marketing Officer at Emil Capital Partners, a private equity firm based out of New York City that invests in and manages many companies mostly within the natural food and beverage space. He was part of the early dream team at Method, one of the earliest examples of powerful category disruption that  created a superstar brand still beloved today. He is as excited as we are to see how wellness has become more deeply embedded into consumer culture and he gives us his take on where the wellness market is headed once the dust settles from COVID-19, what he hopes returns to normal (and what he hopes doesn’t), and how consumer knowledge and expectation is changing.   Rob Willey talks about... Helping businesses find meaning and provide health and wellness What wellness means post-COVID How brands can compete without retail The importance of standing for something Having an authentic founder story The rising expectations of consumers   Resources: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/robwilley Twitter: @robwilley Visit earthandstar.com and use code HTW for 15% off at checkout   Highway To Well is a production of Crate Media

    #115: Moving the Needle on Chronic Health Problems with Dr. Will Cole

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2021 26:27


    Now more than ever people are really paying attention to their health. The fringe is coming into the mainstream more and more, and people are taking agency of their health more than ever before. Dr. Will Cole is a leading functional medicine expert, author of “Ketotarian,” private practitioner, and respected figure in the functional medicine arena. He talks all about why this trend is happening, making long-term improvements to chronic health issues, and we spend some time geeking out over functional mushrooms (which you know we love).   Dr. Will Cole talks about... Why people are suddenly taking more action on their health The double-edged sword of the internet Moving fitness habits into the home The benefits of functional mushrooms & how they work in the body   Resources: Learn more: drwillcole.com Read “Ketotarian” Visit earthandstar.com and use code HTW for 15% off at checkout   Highway To Well is a production of Crate Media

    #114: When Life Gives You Scoby, Make Kombucha with Daina Trout

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2021 57:57


    Daina Trout is the CEO and co-founder of Health-Ade Kombucha. Along with two friends who set out to make a mark on the world, they created an entrepreneur club where they would brainstorm solutions to their everyday challenges.  Including hair loss.  But after learning about an unexpected link between hair loss and scoby—the “mother” of kombucha—they promptly shifted gears and wound up with the multi-million-dollar success we all know as Health-Ade, now available in 35,000 stores nationwide.   In 2018, Health-Ade became the fastest growing refrigerated functional beverage brand in the country.  We love Daina's badass approach to business and hilarious storytelling talents.    Daina talks about... How she was first introduced to the power of kombucha and promptly fell in love Backing into a business idea by identifying a problem to solve first Staying nimble to allow for quick pivots in your business The hurdles of educating the masses on new and strange ingredients--ahem, preach, girl! Resources: health-ade.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dainatrout Instagram: @dainatrout | @healthade Visit earthandstar.com and use code HTW for 15% off at checkout   Highway To Well is a production of Crate Media

    #113: The Era of the All-or-Nothing Marriage with Eli Finkel

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2020 58:59


    Eli Finkel is a social psychology professor at Northwestern University who studies romantic relationships and American politics, and has been named by The Economist as “one of the leading lights in the realm of relationship psychology.” He set out thinking—and intending to prove—that we were ruining the institution of marriage by putting so much pressure on our partner to meet many of our emotional and psychological needs. He found out that he was wrong: While the average marriage today is worse than the average marriage in the 1950’s, the best marriages today are even better. He shares some of what he learned from studying modern marriage and even some hacks from the best marriages he’s seen.   Eli talks about... How marriages have become “all-or-nothing” What a good marriage looks like The problem with the 1950’s marriage model The COVID-19 effect on marriage The happiness vs meaning model How having kids impacts your marriage The modern purpose of marriage Love hacks for a healthy marriage   Resources: elifinkel.com Read: "The All-or-Nothing Marriage" Instagram: @elijfinkel   Highway To Well is a production of Crate Media

    #112: Dr. Ellen Vora with A New Approach to Mental Health (Replay)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2020 72:04


    The excellent Dr. Ellen Vora is on the podcast today, and we’re big fans because yes, she’s really cool, but she’s also not down with the over-prescription of meds as treatment. Ellen believes that the power to heal lies within each of us. She’s not anti-medications, but she is all about trying other, more holistic approaches to healing first. Today we’re talking all things functional and holistic, with a special focus on everybody’s favorite, anxiety! Dr. Ellen Vora is a board-certified psychiatrist, acupuncturist and yoga teacher. She’s all about taking a functional medicine approach to mental health, considering the whole person and addressing the problem at the root, rather than reflexively prescribing medication to suppress symptoms.  We’d loved this conversation with Dr. Vora, and know you will too, so listen up as she sheds some light on... What the heck a holistic psychiatrist is  Why she practices functional medicine Anxiety and how we all have it  Shame around mental illness The transition into motherhood + the support needed around it The subsets of anxiety and the feelings of it  Asking why with your symptoms What to do with an anxiety diagnosis Common culprits (caffeine is one of them) Getting off of anti-anxiety medications Digestive health and what we really want in our gut Food that’s available to children  Her quick fix for you to start doing now   Resources: Learn more: ellenvora.com  Instagram: @ellenvoramd   Highway To Well is a production of Crate Media

    #111: Wintering: How to Survive When Life is Frozen with Katherine May

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2020 50:22


    Katherine May, author of fiction and nonfiction, wrote her new book “Wintering” — which, published in February, now comes across as almost prophetic. In the book, she recognizes that we all have dark periods in our life where nothing seems to be going quite right and that there really isn’t a good way of talking about them without feeling ashamed. She opens up about her own wintering moments, and how she came to recognize she could play a role in helping others understand how to cope with theirs. We talk all about removing the shame of dark moments, the isolation of social media, and of course, some of our favorite vulgarities. It’s a light conversation about dark moments, which is exactly what Katherine was shooting for.   Katherine May talks about... The concept of wintering is and what lead her to write the book Finding the change that’s happening with you Not denying yourself the chance to learn from your down moments--no more fake positivity, please Sifting through the fake lives on social media Supplements and other practices to help move through wintering moments Adapting to the challenges you face in life   Resources: Learn more: katherine-may.co.uk Read: “Wintering” Instagram: @katherinemay_ Twitter: @_katherine_may_ Visit earthandstar.com and use code HTW for 15% off at checkout   Highway To Well is a production of Crate Media

    #110: Elevating Your Natural Wine Experience with Todd White

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2020 57:11


    Todd White is the founder of Dry Farm Wines, with a great story and a fun and lively approach to life in general.  A self-described biohacker who practices daily meditation, Wim Hof breathing, cold thermogenesis, a ketogenic diet, and daily 22 hour intermittent fasting, he wanted to find a better way of enjoying an evening glass of wine without it interrupting his lifestyle, and from this came Dry Farm Wines. A sourcing company of pure, Natural Wines that lab tests to ensure each bottle is sugar free (0-0.15g per glass), lower in sulfites, and lower in alcohol (under 12.5% alc/vol).    Todd helps demystify the dark secrets of the wine industry along with what makes natural wines so unique. You’ll want to drink a bottle yourself when this is over.   Todd White talks about... How he looks like 30 at 60 years old through fasting The concept behind Dry Farm and what natural wines are The wine industry’s dirty, dark secrets How Todd stumbled into the natural wine industry How wine can be sugar free when grape juice contains sugar What polyphenols are, what they can do for you, and how to get them The dangerous chemicals found in most wines   Resources: dryfarmwines.com Instagram: @dryfarmwines Visit earthandstar.com and use code HTW for 15% off at checkout Go to Dryfarmwines.com/htw (get an extra bottle for a penny on your first order through this link)   Highway To Well is a production of Crate Media

    #109: Bringing Play To Work With Lesser Evil's Charles Coristine

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020 58:34


    Every overnight success is actually years in the making, and Charles Coristine, CEO and President of Lesser Evil Snacks, is here to share his journey to making the greatest paleo puff snack of all time (IOHO).   He takes “failure is not an option” to an extreme, and it really works for him. We get good and business-y in this one, and Charles is transparent about the uphill climb he had to go through to get to where he is now. Plus, he’s found an awesome way to incorporate a balance of spirituality and meditation into his focused business life, allowing him to really bring his whole self to the work. Sit back, enjoy your Buddha Bowl with Sea Salt and enjoy.   Charles talks about... Being an early adopter for meditation to escape from the stress of business Taking over the Lesser Evil business with a vision of taking it new places The investor dance, we know it all too well The struggles of growing into a national brand Investing in marketing research Doing what’s right for the planet   Resources: lesserevil.com linkedin.com/in/charles-coristine-7b611b13 twitter.com/ccoristine Visit earthandstar.com and use code HTW for 15% off at checkout   Highway To Well is a production of Crate Media

    #108: Eating for Longevity with Dr. Michael Roizen

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2020 51:19


    Dr. Michael Roizen, Emeritus Chief Wellness Officer of the Cleveland Clinic, and chief medical consultant on “The Dr. Oz Show,” is the co-author of “The What to Eat When Cookbook,” which we talked about with his colleague Dr Crupain in episode 105. He completely walks the walk when it comes to science-based diet planning based on the clock, (and he legit walked on his treadmill during the entire interview). We chatted about the powerful effects of eating the right foods at certain times of day, specifically for longevity. And good news: alcohol is on the list! Pour yourself a glass of wine (but check the clock first) and enjoy this data-packed conversation.   Dr. Michael Roizen talks about... Eating food that you love and that loves you back Using your diet to get younger How food can stave off dementia The 10 foods he couldn't do without--prepare for a run on Costco salmon burgers The benefits of alcohol depending on your health history   Resources: www.whenway.com Read: "RealAge" Read: “What to Eat When” Read: “The What to Eat When Cookbook” Visit earthandstar.com and use code HTW for 15% off at checkout   Highway To Well is a production of Crate Media

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