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Fitness professionals Constance and Jerome take a lighthearted approach to discussing physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health.

Constance and Jerome


    • Apr 26, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 40m AVG DURATION
    • 84 EPISODES


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    Episode 83 - Joseph Saxon Jr. / Challenge Yourself To Change

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2025 27:57


    In this episode we speak with Josep Saxon, Jr. In his recently released book, "Challenge Yourself to Change: 365 Daily Inspirational Messages to Bring Out the Best You", he gives daily words of wisdom along with a chance to self-reflect on those words. He also tells us how he went from a self described 'regular guy' to a published author. His book can be found on Amazon and Barnes & Noble. ----- Constance can be reached at: www.constancecontursi.com  and www.Facebook.com/coachingbyconstance Jerome can be reached at: www.jerome-kendall-wellness.com and jeromekendallwellness on instagram        

    Episode 82 - Dr. Allison N. Ash, Certified Eating Disorder Recovery Coach

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2025 54:12


    This episode's guest is Dr. Allison N. Ash, Certified Eating Disorder Recovery Coach. After uncovering a repressed memory, Dr. Ash developed a severe eating disorder. Overcoming this eating disorder inspired her to help others with theirs. We're grateful for her openness in sharing her story. Dr. Ash can be reached at https://www.allisonash.com/ and instagram at allisonashrecoverycoaching Constance can be reached at: www.constancecontursi.com  and www.Facebook.com/coachingbyconstance Jerome can be reached at: www.jerome-kendall-wellness.com and jeromekendallwellness on instagram  

    Episode 81 - Dr. Taryn Cass / Serenity Holistic Health

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 43:33


    In this episode we speak with Dr. Taryn Cass. After leaving a career with a traditional science background to become a Naturopathic doctor, she founded Serenity Holistic Health in Oak Park, IL. She tells us why her approach is different from traditional western medicine and gives some advice on how to live a more fulfilling life. Dr. Cass can be reached at https://www.serenityoakpark.com/ and serenityoakpark on instagram.

    Episode 80 - Mary DiSomma / Following Your Dreams

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2025 42:06


    In this episode we speak to Mary DiSomma. Mary left a successful career as a Podiatrist to focus on another passion, baking. Mary now has several published cookbooks, a line of cooking utensils and is in talks with PBS to have her own show! Listen to see how her story unfolded. Mary can be reached at https://marydisomma.com/ and instagram at mary.disomma. 

    Episode 79 - Savanah the Gift, Savanah the Conqueror

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2024 44:42


    This episode's guest, Kelly Boscardin, was in a toxic relationship. She was able to leave the relationship with a gift, her adorable daughter Savanah. Savanah is a special needs child that brings light to the lives of everyone she comes into contact with. Kelly tells us about the toxic relationship, how she got out of it and her life with Savanah. If you'd like to help Savanah you can go to her Gofundme page https://www.gofundme.com/f/savanah-the-warrior-princess-conqueror If you like to reach out to Kelly for advice or words of encouragement, she can be reached at BoscardinK@Outlook.com

    Episode 79 - Norma Peterson / Document the Abuse

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2024 48:27


    In 2007 the Chicagoland area and the nation was rocked when former police officer Drew Peterson was suspected in the disappearance of his fourth wife Stacy. Although Stacy has never been found, Drew was convicted of the murder of his third wife, Kathleen Salvo in 2013. Today's guest is Norma Peterson, the sister-in-law of Drew. Norma  chose to honor Kathleen and Stacy by working with "Document the Abuse". https://www.documenttheabuse.com/ It's a way for victims of domestic abuse to document their stories in a safe way. Please forward this episode to anyone you think may need to hear it.

    Episode 77 - Angel Guzman / He Came, He Conquered

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2024 33:28


    In this episode we speak with Angel Guzman. Boxing coach and former employee of Constance's, Angel tells the story of how he got into the group fitness industry. He eventually became known as Constance's "Work husband"! After having a great deal of success, he subsequently left the industry due to burnout. Upon leaving the industry his parting words were, "I came. I conquered." 

    Episode 76 - Renee Oswald / Hypnotherapist

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2024 36:42


    In this episode we talk with hypnotherapist Renee Oswald. Renee has transformed peoples' lives by helping them to quit smoking, lose weight and deal with many other challenges. In addition to sharing success stories, she discusses how she got into hypnotherapy and what one can expect from a session. She can be reached at 312-203-3185, https://reneeoswald.com/ and Roswald728@Sbcglobal.net

    Episode 75 - Vegasstarfish / Las Vegas TikTok influencer

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2024 55:57


    In this exciting episode our guest is Vegasstarfish, a TikTok influencer with over 4 million followers! We learn how she got started and what it takes to be a successful social media influencer. She also gives advice on how to increase social media presence. She can be found on all social media platforms at Vegasstarfish. 

    Episode 74 - Processing Grief After Losing A Loved One / Mary Ann Galicia

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2024 38:21


    In this episode, we talk with Mary Ann Galicia. After losing the love of her life to a massive heart attack at 39, Mary Ann's world was turned upside down. Mary Ann shares her experience dealing with grief in hopes that her story will help someone in a similar situation.

    Episode 73 - Boundaries

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2024 35:54


    Constance and Jerome discuss boundaries, why you need them and how their lives have improved as a result of having them.

    Episode 72 - Mike Mihelich / Co-parenting With A Narcissist

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2024 38:33


    This episode's guest is Mike Mihelich. He was divorced from his first wife in the early 70's when the term narcissist wasn't as prevalent in society as it is today. Despite this, Mike educated himself on narcissism and devised ways to co-parent with a narcissist. 

    Episode 71 - Beth Nuesser Yoga Therapist

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2024 35:15


    Yoga Therapist Beth Nuesser shares how she became a Yoga Therapist and how she has helped children and adults overcome trauma and live better lives. She also shares a secret for increasing confidence when faced with stressful situations. She can be reached at https://evokecounseling.com/ and https://www.bethnuesser.com/

    Episode 70 - Adult ADHD/Katherine Buoscio, ACC

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2024 42:39


    In this episode we speak with Katherine Buoscio. Katherine is a certified, professionally trained life and business coach. Her passion is working with adults with ADHD. She discusses adult ADHD, her experience working with her clients and some success stories. Katherine can be reached at https://www.boundless-coaching.com/

    Episode 69 - Sound Energy / Peter Canellis

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2024 34:27


    In 2019, after being diagnosed with cancer and given several years to live, Peter Canellis incorporated sound energy as part of his treatment. He later quit a 6 figure job to bring sound energy to people with cancer and many other challenges. Peter tells us about his journey to becoming a Sound Energy Practitioner. His center is located at 639 W Diversey in Chicago. He can be reached at 708-228-2477 and www.Saints-Angels.com 

    Episode 68 - Get Your Life In Order

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2024 47:54


    At the start of the year many of us want to make changes but have no idea where to start. In this episode we share 12 tips for getting your life in order. You can do one each month and by the end of the year, you will have transformed your life!

    Do You Know What's In Your Food?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2024 43:09


    Many people make a new year's resolution to eat less. But do you know what's in the food you're eating? Today we discuss U.S. food ingredients that are banned in other countries. 

    Episode 66 - Addiction Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2023 36:12


    In this episode we speak with Shaker Haddad. A patient of Miles Cook(episode 61), Shaker discusses his gambling addiction, why he sought help and how he got to the other side. His story is both compelling and inspirational. 

    Episode 65 - J. Raymond / The Kindred Project

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2023 39:33


    This episode's guest is poet J. Raymond. Author of 6 books, J. Raymond discusses his book 'The Kindred Project', his creative process and his journey from the corporate world to becoming a best-selling author. You can find his books at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Facebook and instagram (@J.Raymond).

    Episode 64 - Fiscal Fitness with Anthony Gurrieri

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2023 44:30


    In this episode we talk with Anthony Gurrieri. As a Certified Financial Educator he helps people understand how money works. He dispels some myths about money and imparts some valuable information. Anthony can be reached at: 630-730-9650 or https://howmoneyworks.com/anthonygurrieri

    Episode 63 - Love, Pleasure and Intimacy

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2023 49:36


    In the episode we have a fascinating conversation with Jen, a love, pleasure and intimacy coach. Jen talks about how she helps women to have better connection and fulfillment in their relationships. She even has some great advice for the male listeners! Jen can be reached at Jen@TheFreedomKeys.com or 630-674-4225. She also has a podcast and Facebook group both called 'The Sensual Feminine Life'

    Episode 62 - Minimalism

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2023 40:09


    In this episode we discuss minimalism and how living with less can bring you joy.

    Episode 61 - Addiction / Miles J. Cook, ALMFT

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2023 46:54


    In this enlightening episode we talk with Miles J. Cook, ALMFT. Miles is an associate licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in substance abuse. Miles discusses addiction and how he helps people get on the road to recovery. Miles does both in-person and telehealth sessions. He can be reached at Miles@evokecounseling.com or 1-916-801-4564.

    Episode 60 - Social Worker Maryclaire Ahlgren

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2023 42:45


    In this eye-opening episode we talk with Maryclaire Ahlgren. Maryclaire is a social worker in a public school on Chicago's west side. She discusses the challenges and difficulties that students must deal with on a daily basis.

    Episode 59 - Getting Unstuck

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2023 49:57


    Are you feeling stuck in life? Jerome and Constance discuss tips for getting unstuck and share personal stories of moving beyond this state. 

    Episode 58 - The 5 Love Languages

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2023 44:24


    In this Episode we discuss the book, 'The 5 Love Languages'. Written by Gary Chapman, the book gives insight on the different ways we give and receive love. Knowing your and your loved ones' love language can help to create more harmonius relationships. 

    Episode 57 - Attachment Part 2/Seth Allison, MA, LCPC

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2023 47:24


    In this episode we have a great conversation with Seth Allison, MA, LCPC about attachment theory and his work with Attachment-Based Psychotherapy. After listening you'll have a deeper understanding of the attachment styles and how therapy can help with difficult relationships. Seth can be reached at https://www.growcollective.com/ Also, check out episode 7 where we discuss the book 'Attached'. 

    Episode 56 - Resilience/Lisa Gregorich

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2023 48:54


    In this episode we discuss resilience. We share personal challenges that we feel have made us more resilient and hear from our guest Lisa Gregorich. Lisa has dealt with a number of difficult experiences in her life. Not only is she resilient but she found ways to help others face challenges that she has overcome. And through it all she has maintained a positive attitude. 

    Episode 55 - Allison Jayne / Find Love Again

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2023 45:33


    Author, psychotherapist and EFT practitioner Allison Jayne discusses her book, 'Find Love Again: Learn to Date Like a Goddess'. In the book she teaches women how to navigate and find success in the dating world. Men will also find a lot of the advice helpful. Visit Allison's website https://www.learntodatelikeagoddess.com/ and download a free copy of the book!

    Episode 54 - Transitions(Vision Board Part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2023 28:33


    After completing a vision board, Constance experienced a major life transition! Listen to hear her story.

    Episode 53 - Vision Boards, Dryish January and the Year in Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2023 38:56


    In this episode we discuss Vision Boards, 2022 and Constance's take on dry January.

    Episode 52- Latin Dance with Andres Meneses

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2023 37:18


    In this episode we talk with Latin dance instructor and performer Andres Meneses. https://www.latinstreetdancing.com He tells us about the Latin dance community, how you can get started and how it's a metaphor for relationships. 

    Episode 51 - Joy and Happiness

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2023 57:02


    In this episode we define joy, how it differs from happiness and how you can cultivate it in your life. We also touch on other topics such as attachment, being alone and whether a partner can bring you joy.

    Episode 50 - Holiday Stress(Live Audience)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2022 38:06


    In this episode we discuss the stress that often accompanies the holiday season. To celebrate our 50th episode, we recorded in front of a live audience at BLVD Studio inside the historic Boulevard Arcade(est. 1906) in Oak Park, IL. BLVD Studio is a sound proof marvel! It's ideal for podcasts, music and video production, photography and more. (708) 948-7188   https://crossfunction.com

    Special Episode - Tony and Benita

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2022 40:12


    In this special episode we talk with Tony and Benita. They've been happily married for 48 years! In this funny and heartwarming episode they share the secrets of their successful marriage.

    Episode 49 - Life Coaching with Constance

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2022 38:57


    Everyone needs a coach! In this episode Constance https://constancecontursi.com talks about her life coaching services. You'll learn what life coaching entails and hear stories about the many lives she's transformed with her method.

    Episode 48 - NLP with Vanessa Cabrera

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2022 37:54


    We discuss Neuro-Linguistic Programming. Social media strategist, business coach and NLP practitioner Vanessa Cabrera explains NLP. She then tells how she has used it to improve her life and create greater levels of success for her clients.

    Episode 47 - Soulmates, Akashic Records and Past Lives/Linda Berger

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2022 51:12


    Akashic Records are the history of thoughts, actions and experiences of a soul since its inception. Guest Linder Berger ( https://www.akashicrecordclasses.com https://akashicrecordbusinesscoaching.com ) is able to read Akashic Records. She uses the records to help business owners and individuals find and live their purpose. Jerome and Constance also discuss Jerome's personal Akashic Record reading and the revelation that they are soulmates!

    Episode 46 - You Wanna Know What Love Is?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2022 41:18


    In this episode we talk with Kelsang Chogo, Buddhist nun and Administrative Director of the Kadampa Meditation Center https://www.meditateinchicago.org Chogo discusses what love is and why we should try to love everyone. 

    Episode 45 - Disney, Swindlers, Vegans and Depp

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2022 46:12


    In this episode we discuss the dysfunctional relationships in tv shows, movies and media. Do fictional relationships influence society or does society influence the fictional relationships?

    Episode 44 - Gratitude

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2022 43:45


    This focus of this episode is gratitude! We share the ways we practice it and discuss the many benefits of being grateful.

    Episode 43 - Soulmates / Heidi Smith

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2022 33:24


    In this episode we discuss soulmates. We also talk to Heidi Smith who after years of searching, found her soulmate and tragically lost him way too soon. Heidi is a health and wellness coach. She is also the founder/CEO of Integrative Wellness Studio - https://www.integrativewellnessstudio.net

    Episode42 - The World of Bodybuilding with Dr. Shelly

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2022 29:12


    Jerome and Constance are joined by Dr. Shelly, Chiropactor and Owner of Optimal Health and Rehabilitation in Lombard, IL. Shelly talks about her experiences as a competitor and coach in the world of bodybuilding. 

    Episode 41 - Having Fun Without Alcohol / Rob Bruce

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2022 37:27


    Personal trainer, model and DJ Rob Bruce(@robbruce_ , @movewithrob) discusses his decision to moderate his alcohol intake and the effect it's had on his life. We also discuss strategies to participate in social events without drinking.

    Episode 40 - Jumpstarting Your Life When You're Stuck with Charlene Vickery

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2022 40:48


    With this episode's guest, Charlene Vickery, we have a very interesting discussion about Chakra cleansing, self care and things you can do to jumpstart your life when you're feeling stuck. Charlene is a Massage Therapist, Craniosacral Therapist, 3rd Degree Reiki Master and Spiritual Life Coach. She can be reached at 708-373-6522.

    Episode 39 - The Truth about Fat with Michael Glab

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2022 30:12


    Jerome and Constance discuss fat with Nutritionist and Registered Dietician Michael Glab. Michael is the Owner of Nutriquty, where he does professional nutrition counseling. He can be reached via his website https://www.nutriquity.com,  via twitter @nutriquity and Facebook.

    Episode 38 - The Heart with Dr. Javier Gomez

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2022 44:24


    Valentine's Day is here and this episode is all about the Heart! We talk with Dr. Javier Gomez, Director of the Cardio Oncology Department at Cook County Hospital. Dr. Gomez discusses his love of cardiology and his journey to America with the love of his life. We also find out if you can die of a broken heart.

    Episode 37 - Jenn Krusinki/Oprah Jr.

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2022 28:51


    This episode's guest is Holistic Life Coach Jenn Krusinski. Jenn talks about her work helping women become whole after divorce. She can be reached at https://jennkrusinski.com , @jennkrusinski and via her Facebook group, 'Divorce Healing and Mindset Coaching'. We also see Constance unleash her inner Oprah. 

    Episode 36 - Melissa vs. The Hulk/You Complete Me

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2022 37:06


    Jerome and Constance talk with Melissa, a victim of gaslighting. Constance achieves a goal she set in episode 35 and Jerome gets a podcast present.

    Episode 35 - ”Your Reality”/Gaslighting

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2022 43:42


    In this Episode we discuss "Your Reality", an award wining short film on gaslighting by Tatjana Anders. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SVCqTcb4qkM . We also discuss magic buckets and whether or not  people are intrinsically good.

    Episode 34 - Dietary Changes and resolutions in the New Year/Nicole Moneer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2022 30:36


    This episode's guest is Chek Level 2 coach Nicole Moneer. Nicole discusses the food and lifestyle changes that took her from dealing with a number of health issues to being free from those issues and all medications. She also shares her holistic approach to helping others change their lives. Nicole can be reached at Nicolemoneer.com. Her podcast, 'The Holistic Healing Experience' is on iHeartradio, Spotify, Google and Apple.

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