The Sakara Life Podcast

Listen Again: Finding Purpose In The Planets with Susan Miller

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0000

Astrology isn’t just about your daily horoscope—it’s a powerful lens through which we can understand timing, intention, and purpose. In this favorite Sakara Life Podcast episode, globally recognized astrologer Susan Miller joins us for a thoughtful conversation about how planetary movements shape our inner lives, influence our decisions, and help us show up for what we truly want. Susan shares why it’s not enough to set an intention—we must also align with timing and take meaningful action.

In this re-release, we revisit Susan’s timeless wisdom and explore how astrology continues to serve as a practical tool for self-awareness, clarity, and empowerment. Whether you’re astrology-curious or a devoted chart reader, this conversation offers grounding insight, perspective, and a little cosmic encouragement.

Susan Shares:

Why astrology goes far beyond your sun sign
How understanding your astrological context helps you show up more fully for your desires
The importance of timing and cosmic cycles when launching projects, deepening relationships, or making life decisions
How astrology can be used as a practical tool for alignment and personal growth

About Susan: Susan Miller is an internationally renowned astrologer, bestselling author, and founder of AstrologyZone.com—one of the most widely read astrology websites in the world, launched in 1995. She writes comprehensive monthly and daily forecasts that blend planetary movements with practical guidance across career, love, money, and personal growth. Her readership spans millions globally, and her work has expanded into popular astrology apps, including Astrology Zone Horoscopes and Moonlight Phases. Susan is also the author of multiple astrology books and her beloved “Year Ahead” calendars, and she contributes monthly columns to international fashion publications. She is known for her warm, compassionate voice and deeply detailed interpretations of current planetary trends.

Resources: Explore Susan’s work at AstrologyZone.com for comprehensive monthly and daily horoscopes, access to her books and “Year Ahead” calendars, and her app Astrology Zone Horoscopes for daily planetary insights.

Listen Again: Unlocking Our Sexual Pleasure with Kiana Reeves

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0000

In this Listen Again episode, Sakara founder Whitney Tingle sits down with somatic sex educator and Foria’s Chief Education Officer, Kiana Reeves, for an intimate conversation about libido, embodiment, and what it truly means to experience deep pleasure. Kiana offers grounded and expansive guidance for reconnecting with your body—emotionally, physically, and energetically—to cultivate more ease, intimacy, and joy in your sex life.

This re-release includes refreshed resources aligned with Sakara’s newest offerings to support your journey toward a more radiant, fully expressed you.

Kiana Shares:

The true meaning of libido, and why it’s about much more than desire
Her top practices for self-pleasure and becoming more comfortable in your body
The connection between nervous system regulation, intimacy, and orgasm
How to work through emotional blockages or shame around sex
Rituals and tools (including plant-based formulas) that support sensual wellness

About Kiana:

Kiana Reeves is a leading voice in the sexual wellness movement—a teacher, practitioner, and speaker whose work integrates the emotional, biological, social, and spiritual aspects of sex and intimacy. For over a decade, she has studied and taught across the realms of embodiment, pleasure, birth, and holistic wellness.

As Chief Education Officer at Foria, Kiana has helped shape the brand’s educational platform and community, drawing from her background as a certified somatic sex educator and sexological bodyworker, embodiment and intimacy coach, certified full-spectrum doula, and mother.

Her work has been featured in Rolling Stone, Cosmopolitan, Well + Good, Byrdie, Goop, Women's Health, Men’s Health, and more. She has appeared on major podcasts including Sex With Emily, The Fullest, The Bedside Podcast, and Sakara Life, and has spoken at industry-leading events such as SXSW. She teaches regularly in workshops across the globe and online.

For more information from Kiana, and to stay connected, visit her website at www.kianareeves.com or www.therosemap.com, her ‘go at your own pace women's sexual embodiment and pleasure program’.

Listen Again: The Well-Nourished Woman with Dr. Aviva Romm

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0000

Re-released at a moment when so many women are craving deeper nourishment and clarity, this conversation with Yale-trained physician and longtime Sakara friend Dr. Aviva Romm feels more relevant than ever.

Dr. Romm helps us reconnect with the body’s wisdom, step out of comparison culture, and understand what’s truly happening hormonally—especially through motherhood and postpartum. She offers grounded, practical guidance for restoring balance, energy, and self-trust.

Dr. Romm Shares:

Why modern women are more exhausted than ever
How stress, overwork, and constant comparison disrupt hormonal harmony
How to rebuild trust with your body in a world that disconnects us from it
The persistent gender bias in medicine and how women can advocate for themselves
Practical, daily nourishment rituals—food, herbs, and lifestyle—that support whole-body balance

About Dr. Romm:

Dr. Aviva Romm is a Yale-trained MD, board-certified family physician with obstetrics, midwife, and herbalist who has spent over three decades advancing whole-person, integrative care for women. A New York Times–bestselling author, she blends modern medicine with botanical and lifestyle approaches to support women through every life stage—from first period to menopause.

Her books, including Hormone Intelligence and the award-winning Botanical Medicine for Women’s Health, have become essential resources for understanding hormone health and advocating for better care. Through her clinical work, teaching, and programs, Dr. Romm empowers women to cultivate body literacy, restore balance, and thrive with greater confidence and wellbeing.

Listen Again: Escape the Anxiety Spiral with Martha Beck

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0000

We’re bringing back a listener favorite. In this intimate conversation, Sakara founder Danielle DuBoise joins bestselling author Martha Beck to reframe anxiety—not as a personal flaw, but as misdirected creative energy.

Martha explains how we abandon our true nature in the name of approval, why anxiety is always about a story rather than the present moment, and how shifting into curiosity, creativity, and embodied truth can open the door to purpose and joy.

Martha shares:

What “true nature’’ is—and how to reconnect with it
The difference between fear and anxiety
How anxiety spirals into control, people-pleasing, and self-denial
Simple practices that reset your brain
The psychology of living your purpose

Light Work

Choose one thing each day that genuinely lights you up—something small, creative, curious, or connective—and do it without apology. Notice how it shifts your nervous system, your capacity, and your joy.

About Martha:

Martha Beck is a New York Times bestselling author, speaker, and mentor whose work blends behavioral science, depth psychology, humor, and spiritual insight. She holds three Harvard degrees in social science, and has spent more than two decades helping people strip away social conditioning and reclaim their integrity, purpose, and joy.

Called “one of the smartest women I know” by Oprah Winfrey, Martha is widely regarded as one of the most influential life coaches of our time. Her bestselling books include Finding Your Own North Star, The Joy Diet, Expecting Adam, and The Way of Integrity, an Oprah’s Book Club pick. Her more recent work explores anxiety, creativity, and consciousness—offering practical tools to move from fear into freedom.

Dr. Elizabeth Sharp: The New GLP-1 Landscape and How to Support Your Body Through It

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 08:00:00 -0000

Danielle and Whitney sit down with Dr. Elizabeth Sharp, a board-certified Internal and Obesity Medicine physician, functional medicine practitioner, and founder of Health Meets Wellness and The TouchCare Method. Together, they explore how dramatically the GLP-1 landscape has evolved—from early use in diabetes and clinical obesity to widespread microdosing, off-label protocols, emerging oral versions, and new research on inflammation, dementia risk, PCOS, and IBD. Dr. Sharp breaks down what the science actually says, who these medications can help, and the real considerations we all should be talking about.

Dr. Sharp shares:

What GLP-1 medications actually do in the body
Why food noise is different from food addiction
The critical role of diet, protein, fiber, and movement on GLP-1s
How to protect muscle mass and metabolic health
GLP-1 use during perimenopause and menopause

She also dives into the importance of resistance training, daily strength “snacks,” and the rising role of creatine for women, cognition, and anyone on GLP-1s. Dr. Sharp leaves us with a powerful piece of lightwork you can integrate immediately—wherever you are in your health journey.

Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/ZA3Knfq7NCY

Elizabeth Sharp Edens, M.D., DABOM, IFMCP is a board-certified Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine physician, an Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner, and the founder of Health Meets Wellness and The TouchCare Method. She created Health Meets Wellness to make functional, root-cause medicine more accessible — blending evidence-based clinical care with movement, nutrition, and lifestyle medicine to help patients achieve lasting wellness. A certified yoga instructor, she weaves daily movement practices into treatment plans, believing medicine works best when paired with mindful physical activity.

Building on her clinical work, Dr. Sharp launched The TouchCare Method, an innovative digital obesity medicine and weight-management platform offering high-touch, wrap-around care both in-person and online. The platform integrates medical treatment, nutrition, exercise, behavioral health, and data-driven insights into one comprehensive program — providing patients with continuous support through virtual coaching, AI-enhanced engagement, and remote monitoring.

Dr. Sharp developed the Health Meets Wellness Method in collaboration with Troy Flanagan, Ph.D., and Susie Parker-Simmons, RDN, to address metabolic health through a multifaceted, personalized approach. Her work focuses on treating obesity as a chronic disease—combining medication management with individualized nutrition, physical activity, and behavioral strategies for sustainable results.

She also serves as an Assistant Professor at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from St. George’s University School of Medicine and completed her internal medicine residency at Lenox Hill Hospital. She went on to practice with Mount Sinai Doctors, where she received the Cullman Family Award for Excellence in Physician Communication, and later worked at One Medical.

Dr. Zaher Merhi: The Future of Fertility, From Stem Cells to Reproductive Immunology

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0000

In this episode, Sakara founders Whitney Tingle and Danielle DuBoise sit down with world-renowned fertility expert Dr. Zaher Merhi, founder and medical director of the Rejuvenating Fertility Center. Named one of the Top 2% Scientists in the World, Dr. Merhi is pioneering a new era of women’s health—one where fertility, longevity, and regenerative medicine are deeply interconnected.

Together, they explore groundbreaking new frontiers in fertility—from stem cell ovarian rejuvenation and reproductive immunology to natural and low-dose IVF alternatives. Dr. Merhi challenges traditional fertility medicine, emphasizing that IVF isn’t always the answer—and that many women can restore fertility and hormonal health by addressing underlying inflammation, immune imbalances, and lifestyle factors.

Whether you’re thinking about kids, navigating perimenopause, or simply curious about optimizing your hormonal health, this conversation offers a powerful perspective: your fertility is a reflection of your overall vitality—and supporting it means nurturing your whole body, mind, and spirit.

Dr. Merhi Shares:

Why inflammation is at the root of many fertility challenges
How reproductive immunology helps prevent miscarriage and support healthy pregnancies
The science of PRP and stem cell ovarian rejuvenation
Why IVF is not the only answer
The link between mental state, nourishment, and fertility
How regenerative therapies like ozone and exosome treatments are advancing longevity and hormonal health

Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/uTjlwH7wNhM

About Dr. Merhi: Dr. Merhi is the founder and the medical director of Rejuvenating Fertility Center (RFC). He is an internationally recognized fertility doctor, lecturer, editor, and grant reviewer. His training and faculty appointments included Albert Einstein College of Medicine/Montefiore Medical Center, NYU School of Medicine, and University of Vermont. He was a Professor at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University and the Director of the Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (REI) Fellowship program (ACGME accredited). He is currently a Professor at Albert Einstein College of Medicine and Maimonides Medical Center in New York. He has 3 American Board certifications in OB/GYN, Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, and High-Complexity Laboratory Director (HCLD).

Dr. Merhi is one of the few Reproductive Immunologists in the country and is an active researcher with an interest in women older than 40 with Low Ovarian Reserve (low AMH or high FSH), Stem Cell ovarian rejuvenation, gentle stimulation IVF, natural IVF, and IVF without injectables. He was named “Top 2% Scientists in the World.”His research also focuses on technologies, such as Stem Cell Exosomes, Ozone Sauna therapy, and Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT), that could improve egg quality especially in women with endometriosis, immune disorders, and PCOS. Dr. Merhi is also experienced in treating overweight women and those who had weight loss surgery. He is a strong proponent of the LGBTQ+ community and has proudly served the Arabic and Jewish Communities for over two decades.

Geneen Roth: Healing Our Relationship with Food, Body, and Self

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0000

In this episode, Danielle DuBoise welcomes Geneen Roth—best-selling author, spiritual teacher, and pioneer of the intuitive eating movement—for a powerful conversation on what our relationship with food reveals about our beliefs, emotions, and connection to life itself.

From life-changing realizations to the sacredness of daily meals, Geneen shares timeless wisdom on healing, nourishment, and the radical act of being on your own side. This episode is an invitation to pause, listen deeply, and remember that how we feed ourselves—on every level—is how we live our lives.

Geneen shares:

How the way we eat mirrors our deepest beliefs about self-worth
Why obsession with food distracts us from what we’re really hungry for
The radical act of being on your own side—and how to begin
Practices to shift from self-judgment to self-compassion
How to raise the next generation to stay connected to their hunger, body, and divinity

Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel here: ⁠https://youtu.be/FfRLI4_sKaY

About Geneen:

For over four decades, Geneen Roth has guided thousands of people in transforming their relationship with food, body, and self. A pioneer of intuitive eating, Geneen’s groundbreaking work shows us that food is never just about food—it’s a portal into our deepest beliefs about worthiness, love, control, forgiveness, and trust in life itself.

She is the author of ten books, including her New York Times bestsellers Women Food and God, Lost and Found, and When Food Is Love, as well as her most recent, This Messy Magnificent Life. Her work has been featured on Super Soul Sunday, The Oprah Winfrey Show, Good Morning America, The Today Show, 20/20, and The View.

Resources + Links:

Learn more about Geneen’s work: www.geneenroth.com
Connect with Geneen on Instagram: @geneenroth

Dr. Jessica Shepherd: Why It’s Time to Talk About Menopause

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 15:09:00 -0000

Danielle and Whitney sit down with Dr. Jessica Shepherd—board-certified OB/GYN, Chief Medical Officer of Hers, bestselling author of Generation M, and one of today’s most trusted voices in women’s health and longevity.

With a no-nonsense and empowering approach, Dr. Shepherd is reshaping the conversation around perimenopause, menopause, and hormonal health. She regularly appears on Good Morning America, The Today Show, CNN, Vogue, and more, and during the pandemic, she relied on Sakara to nourish herself while leading on the front lines of medicine.

In this episode, Dr. Shepherd sits down with Danielle and Whitney to share what’s really happening in the body during perimenopause and menopause, the truth about hormone replacement therapy (HRT), and how to feel empowered at every stage of life. Together, they break down the science, bust common myths, and explore how lifestyle, nutrition, and self-awareness can make this transition not something to fear — but an opportunity to thrive.

Dr. Shepherd shares:

The difference between perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause
Why awareness matters as early as your 30’s
The truth about hormone replacement therapy: estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, and bioidenticals
The role of nutrition, resistance training, and gut health in supporting hormonal balance
Why menopause can be a time to reframe, reclaim, and rebrand your life with new energy and wisdom

Dr. Shepherd reminds us that women spend nearly 40% of their lives in the post-menopausal phase—and that with the right knowledge and tools, this chapter can be one of resilience, empowerment, and vitality.

Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/XzPKqF_AqDA

About Dr. Shepherd: Dr. Jessica Shepherd, MD, MBA, FACOG, is a board-certified OB/GYN, Chief Medical Officer of Hers, and author of Generation M, the chart-topping book redefining women’s health. A leading voice in women’s wellness and longevity, she’s a regular on Good Morning America and frequently featured on The Today Show, CNN, LIVE with Kelly and Mark, Vogue, Cosmopolitan, and more. With a no-nonsense approach and deep medical expertise, she’s helping women cut through the noise, take control of their health, and feel their best at every stage of life.

From Stress to Serenity: Sakara Founders on Our Latest Launch

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 07:00:00 -0000

Stress is everywhere—at work, at home, in the world around us—and it takes a serious toll on our health, happiness, and longevity. That’s why Sakara founders Danielle and Whitney created Serene State, a new science-backed gummy designed to help you find the calm you can carry with you. Featuring clinically studied Zembrin®, L-theanine, and phosphatidylserine, Serene State works quickly—sometimes in as little as two hours—and continues to support emotional resilience, mental clarity, and nervous system balance over time.

In this episode, Danielle and Whitney share the inspiration behind Serene State, why stress is the most underestimated health disruptor of our time, and how this new supplement can help you feel clear, calm, and connected in your daily life.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

Why stress accelerates aging and impacts nearly every aspect of your wellbeing
The science behind Serene State’s key ingredients and how they work in the brain and body
The difference between numbing stress and supporting true resilience
How Danielle and Whitney personally use Serene State to stay calm, present, and grounded

Serene State is available now. Shop today at sakara.com.

Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/h-NAO-4Oe4I

Dr. Ellen Vora: Breaking the Stress–Anxiety Cycle

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 07:00:00 -0000

Stress has become the background noise of our lives—an endless hum that shapes our health, our relationships, and even how we see ourselves. But what if the story we’ve been told about stress and anxiety is incomplete?

In this conversation, Danielle sits down with her dear friend Dr. Ellen Vora, board-certified psychiatrist, acupuncturist, yoga teacher, and author of The Anatomy of Anxiety, to explore the truth about stress: what it really is, how it shows up in the body, and why healing has to go beyond “the neck up.”

Together, they dive into:

The difference between “true” anxiety and “false” anxiety
How physical imbalances like blood sugar swings, poor sleep, and inflammation fuel stress
Why women’s cycles—and our culture’s dismissal of them—play such a big role in how we experience anxiety
The importance of saying no, slowing down, and creating spaciousness in a world that glorifies doing more
How to preserve relationships with boundaries, compassion, and nuance
Reclaiming dignity, presence, and a sense of calm in our modern lives

Whether you’re navigating parenthood, work, or just the day-to-day demands of modern life, this conversation is an invitation to rethink what stress means—and how to live with more resilience, compassion, and peace.

Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/20NOnwm5odY

Ellen Vora, MD is a board-certified psychiatrist, acupuncturist, and yoga teacher, and the author of The Anatomy of Anxiety. She takes a functional medicine approach to mental health—considering the whole person and addressing imbalance at the root. Dr. Vora received her B.A. from Yale University and her M.D. from Columbia University.

About Dr. Vora:

Dr. Matthew Nagra: The Truth About Protein

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 17:03:00 -0000

Think you need meat to hit your protein goals? Worried soy will mess with your hormones? Or wondering if more protein automatically means better health? You’re not alone—protein is one of the most confusing (and most debated) topics in nutrition today.

In this episode, Sakara founders Danielle Duboise and Whitney Tingle sit down with Dr. Matthew Nagra—naturopathic doctor and nutrition science educator—to separate fact from fiction.

With his ability to break down complex science into clear, actionable insights, Dr. Nagra explains:

How much protein you really need for health, muscle, and longevity
Plant vs. animal protein quality—and why variety is key
The truth about soy, estrogen, and breast cancer risk
What happens when you overdo protein (hint: more isn’t always better)
The role of plant-based protein in heart and metabolic health
Simple swaps and strategies to add to your daily nutrition

If you’ve ever felt confused about protein, soy, or plant-based eating, this episode is your science-backed roadmap to clarity.

Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/JsjKaev93G4

About Dr. Nagra:

Dr. Matthew Nagra is a naturopathic doctor based in Vancouver, Canada, devoted to bringing the most up-to-date, evidence-based nutrition information to his patients and to the public through social media, public speaking, and scientific publications. He is a nutrition science advisor for The Game Changers 2 documentary and is known for breaking down complex nutrition research into accessible, myth-free guidance.

Tinx: Why Joy is Wellness (and Perfection Isn’t)

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 07:00:00 -0000

What if your wellness routine included joy, messiness, and the occasional late nights with french fries? Danielle Duboise and Whitney Tingle sit down with best-selling author, podcast host, cultural commentator AND long-time Sakara friend Tinx for an honest, hilarious, and heartfelt conversation about confidence, womanhood, and why the messiest parts of life are often the most nourishing. Together, they explore how true wellness is about more than what you consume—it’s also about adventure, community, desire, and showing up for yourself in imperfect ways.

Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/ySkyieuBKxw

Tinx shares:

Why getting messy is key to building self-trust
How pleasure, confidence, and sexuality are deeply connected
Her honest take on dating apps, the "box theory," and Summer of Outside
Why advocating for your joy might be the most important form of wellness
How she balances being a party girl and a wellness girl

About Tinx:

Christina Najjar, popularly known as Tinx, is a New York Times best-selling author and host of the popular SiriusXM podcast and live call-in radio show It’s Me, Tinx. Known for her signature mini mic, cultural commentary, and radically honest takes on dating, relationships, and modern life, Tinx has become a trusted voice for women navigating their 20s and 30s. She is the author of The Shift: Change Your Perspective, Not Yourself and her debut fiction novel Hotter in the Hamptons, released May 2025.

Tinx has been featured on Forbes’ Top Creators list for two consecutive years and continues to shape conversations around sex, confidence, humor, and the realities of being a woman today.

Resources & Links:

Instagram: @tinx
Books: The Shift, Hotter in the Hamptons
Podcast: It’s Me, Tinx on SiriusXM

Dr. Robynne Chutkan: Why Radiant Skin Starts in the Gut

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 08:58:00 -0000

What if your skincare routine started in your gut?

Danielle Duboise and Whitney Tingle are joined by integrative gastroenterologist and microbiome expert Dr. Robynne Chutkan for a deep dive into the powerful connection between the gut and the skin. Dr. Chutkan unpacks how your gut health directly impacts the appearance, texture, and vitality of your skin—especially during hormonal shifts in your 40s and 50s. Plus, Dr. Chutkan shares her science-backed, food-first protocols for creating a glowing complexion from the inside out.

Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/HMGRo28Z6zs

Dr. Chutkan shares:

The gut-skin axis explained: how it works and why it matters
What skin symptoms can tell you about your internal health
How hormone changes during perimenopause impact the microbiome and the skin
Dr. Chutkan’s approach to healing skin through gut-supportive foods
The truth about stool tests, food sensitivity panels, and skincare fads

About Dr. Chutkan:

Robynne Chutkan, MD, FASGE, is a gastroenterologist, the author of the digestive health books Gutbliss, The Microbiome Solution, The Bloat Cure and The Anti-Viral Gut, and the host of The Gutbliss podcast. Dr. Chutkan received her bachelor’s from Yale University and her medical degree from Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons, where she also did her internship and residency and served as chief resident. She completed her fellowship in gastroenterology at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York. Dr. Chutkan has been on the faculty at Georgetown University Hospital since 1997. In 2004 she founded the Digestive Center for Wellness, an integrative gastroenterology practice dedicated to uncovering the root cause of GI disorders. Dr. Chutkan incorporates microbial optimization, nutritional therapy, mind-body techniques, and lifestyle changes into her therapeutic approach to digestive disorders.

A former Board member of the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE), Dr. Chutkan also chaired the ASGE Training Committee and Public Relations Committee. She has authored dozens of academic journal articles and book chapters and lectures frequently on the microbiome and gut health throughout the United States and Europe. Dr. Chutkan has been the medical expert on The Today Show, CBS This Morning, The Doctors, The Dr Oz Show, The Megyn Kelly Show, and has her own PBS Special entitled “Gutbliss”. She’s been interviewed by numerous publications, including the NYT, WSJ, The Atlantic, and the Washington Post, and served as on-air talent and a medical consultant for Discovery Health Channel.

Resources & Links:

Dr. Robynne Chutkan: gutbliss.com | @gutbliss
Books by Dr. Chutkan: Gutbliss, The Microbiome Solution, The Bloat Cure, The Anti-Viral Gut
The Gutbliss Podcast

Annie Jackson of Credo Beauty: Raising the Bar in Clean Retail

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 07:00:00 -0000

Danielle and Whitney sit down with Annie Jackson, the visionary co-founder and CEO of Credo Beauty, to talk about what it really means to shop, live, and create consciously.

Annie shares the story behind Credo’s industry-changing clean standards, why greenwashing remains such a challenge, and how transparency and radical honesty are the future of the beauty industry. They dive deep into the evolving consumer mindset, how education plays a vital role in shifting behavior, and why now is finally the right time to connect nutrition and skincare.

As Sakara’s new Beauty from the Inside Out supplements debut on Credo’s shelves, this conversation explores how ingestibles are reshaping the beauty conversation—from gut health and glow to cellular nourishment and long-term wellness. Whether you’re a beauty lover, wellness junkie, or simply someone seeking better-for-you products, this one is for you.

Annie shares:

Why clean beauty still lacks universal standards—and what Credo is doing about it
How Credo vets brands with science-backed rigor and radical transparency
Why clean beauty is a kindness to your skin, biology, and the planet
What makes Sakara’s supplements a first-of-their-kind for clean beauty retail
The future of beauty: from topicals to nutrition, and everything in between

Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/zImQTFetj24

About Annie: Annie Jackson is a beauty veteran that has been a key player in the successes of the industry’s biggest beauty companies. Annie began her career at Estes Lauder and then was later recruited to be one of the early members of the team that launched Sephora USA and Japan. Annie went on to roles in global product marketing and merchandising for Benefit Cosmetics as well as Sephora inside JCPenney. Annie’s unwavering commitment to change the way people think about what they put on their skin, and a quest for cleaner options for everyone has fostered a new generation of beauty brands and fueled a clean beauty movement.

Danielle & Whitney: Behind Our Newest Supplement For Healthy Skin Aging

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 07:00:00 -0000

On this special episode, co-founders Danielle Duboise and Whitney Tingle sit down to share the personal and powerful story behind Beauty Biome—Sakara’s newest supplement designed to support radiant skin from the inside out.

Together, Danielle and Whitney explain how Beauty Biome was over a decade in the making—crafted with clinically studied probiotic strains, collagen-preserving polyphenols (Dermaval®), and skin-essential vitamins A, D & E to support clearer, smoother, firmer skin by nourishing the gut microbiome and supporting a healthy inflammatory response associated with skin.

Danielle & Whitney share:

Whitney’s personal story navigating acne, dermatologists, and Accutane
What the gut-skin axis is—and why it matters for healthy aging
The truth about collagen, and why preserving your own is key
How to nourish your skin barrier from the inside out

Beauty Biome is available now at sakara.com. Your skin’s new favorite ritual starts here: https://www.sakara.com/products/beauty-biome

Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/-fNOE90lD5Q

Carolina Reis Oliveira, PhD: Why 90% of Skin Aging is Preventable—And What To Do About It

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 07:00:00 -0000

Whitney Tingle sits down with Carolina Reis Oliveira, PhD—co-founder and CEO of OneSkin—to explore the latest science on skin aging, the role of senescent "zombie" cells, and how what we put on our bodies can be just as important as what we put in them. With a PhD in stem cell biology and a mission to help people live healthier, longer lives, Carolina shares her groundbreaking work on peptides, how the skin functions as part of the immune system, and which lifestyle and nutrition habits truly move the needle for vibrant, resilient skin at every age. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone who wants to understand the connection between longevity and beauty from the inside out.

Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/k_bJgAKt7k4

Dr. Carolina shares:

What skin aging really is and how it happens at the cellular level
Why 90% of visible skin aging is not genetic
The science of senescent cells (aka “zombie cells”) and how they accelerate aging
Why your skin is a critical part of your immune system
The role of antioxidants, both topically and through food, in protecting skin

About Dr. Carolina:

Carolina Reis Oliveira, PhD is the CEO and co-founder of OneSkin and an advocate for healthy aging. After earning her doctorate in immunology, she relocated from Brazil to Silicon Valley to pursue her goal of using science to help prevent age-related diseases. Under her leadership, OneSkin has made significant strides toward this mission, starting with their proprietary OS-01 peptide, the first peptide scientifically proven to reverse skin’s biological age.

Dr. Charlie Fagenholz: Unlocking the Root Causes of Health with Holistic Healing

Tue, 27 May 2025 11:12:00 -0000

In this episode of The Sakara Life Podcast, founders Danielle Duboise and Whitney Tingle sit down with holistic physician Dr. Charlie Fagenholz to explore the transformative power of natural medicine. With expertise in chiropractic care, Chinese medicine, and functional health, Dr. Charlie shares his unique approach to uncovering the root causes of illness—spanning structural, chemical, and emotional imbalances. Tune in to learn how his innovative membership platform is revolutionizing access to health education and empowering individuals on their wellness journey.

Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/XeFHcTtIgqs

Dr. Charlie shares:
How Dr. Charlie integrates chiropractic care, Chinese medicine, and functional medicine for a holistic approach to healing.
The top structural, chemical, and emotional factors impacting your health—and how to address them.
Why traditional healthcare models often fall short and how his membership platform is making expert insights more accessible.
The role of supplements and lifestyle changes in achieving long-term wellness.
Actionable steps to take control of your health and uncover the root causes of your symptoms.

About Dr. Charlie:
Dr. Charlie is a pioneer in transforming the way we think about health, medicine, and wellness. As a holistic physician trained in chiropractic and Chinese medicine, he brings an eclectic, in-depth approach to patient evaluation and treatment, drawing on his extensive knowledge of natural healthcare techniques and functional medicine research.

In 2022, Dr. Charlie created an online membership community that has grown to thousands of members. This platform provides a space for research, learning, and connection, making it easier for individuals to understand the root issues of their health concerns and find the necessary lifestyle and supplement changes. Designed to overcome the challenges of expensive doctor visits and long waiting lists, this membership offers valuable insights and education at a low monthly cost.

Dr. Charlie’s approach is dedicated to uncovering the structural, chemical, and emotional root causes of health concerns and guiding individuals on their healing journey. Join the membership today and connect with a community focused on living well and feeling great.

Dr. Amanda Hanson: Redefining Beauty, Power, and Aging

Tue, 13 May 2025 07:00:00 -0000

Danielle Duboise and Whitney Tingle sit down with Dr. Amanda Hanson––clinical psychologist, coach, and thought leader—to explore how modern women can break free from outdated narratives and live in their fullest, most radiant power. Dr. Amanda shares practical wisdom for redefining beauty, aging, and success on your own terms, and offers a fresh, empowering perspective on embracing life at every stage.

Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/R_IZS3wv0wU

Dr. Amanda shares:

How to dismantle limiting beliefs around aging and beauty
The connection between inner radiance and emotional resilience
Tools for cultivating authentic confidence at any stage of life
Ways to shift from societal expectations to self-authored living
Ways to support our future generations to live in their best self
Her personal journey from clinical psychologist to women's empowerment coach

About Dr. Amanda: Dr. Amanda Hanson, also known as The Midlife Muse, is a clinical psychologist, author, and women's empowerment coach dedicated to revolutionizing how women experience midlife and beyond. Through her coaching programs, writing, and speaking, she invites women to step into a new paradigm of power, radiance, and vitality. Her latest book, MUSE, became an international bestseller months before its release—proof of just how much women are craving her message of self-reclamation and power. Dr. Amanda is known for her bold, compassionate voice that challenges societal norms and inspires women to live unapologetically aligned with their deepest truth.

Jenna Zoe: Using Human Design to Transform Your Health and Rituals

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0000

Danielle Duboise and Whitney Tingle dive deep with Jenna Zoe, the world’s leading expert in Human Design and creator of the Align with Jenna Zoe app. After a decade of simplifying and demystifying Human Design, Jenna has empowered millions to live in alignment with their true selves. In this conversation, we explore how understanding your Human Design can transform not just your wellness practices but your life as a whole. Jenna shares the importance of honoring your unique design, the power of rituals tailored to your needs, and how trusting your Human Design Authority can lead you to make decisions that support your well-being.

Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/YshexvFhMos

Jenna shares:

How to use Human Design as a tool to support and enhance your overall wellness
Ways to create daily rituals that are uniquely aligned with your design
How to use your Authority to navigate health and lifestyle decisions
The connection between deconditioning and true vitality
Simple, practical tips to integrate Human Design into your everyday life

About Jenna: Jenna Zoe is the world-leading expert in Human Design and creator of the Align with Jenna Zoe app. Since discovering Human Design 10 years ago, she has turned a complicated science into something accessible and easy to implement, so that you can actually use it to change your life. She presents it through a lens of acceptance which has resonated with millions around the globe and turned it into a mainstream obsession. Her main goal is to help people truly understand who they are and how they function, so that they can spend their energy emphasizing their unique gifts and talents, instead of trying to be how they’ve been conditioned to be.

Morgan Adams: Reclaim Your Sleep, Reclaim Your Life

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0000

Danielle and Whitney sit down with holistic sleep coach Morgan Adams, who helps women reclaim restful nights without relying on sleep medication. Having personally battled insomnia and prescription sleep aid dependency for nearly a decade, Morgan now shares her expert insights and science-backed tools to help others transform their sleep. As a two-time breast cancer survivor, she also brings a unique perspective on the role of sleep in overall wellness and disease prevention.

Morgan shares:

The biggest sleep disruptors and how to overcome them
Her personal journey from insomnia and medication dependency to deep, restorative sleep
Her go-to sleep rituals and lifestyle shifts for better rest
How sleep plays a vital role in disease prevention and long-term health
Practical steps to build a better relationship with sleep—starting tonight

Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/8KOLVXqJChY

About Morgan: Morgan Adams is a transformative holistic sleep coach who empowers women to conquer their battle with sleepless nights, without reliance on sleep medications. With her powerful sleep toolkit, Morgan not only ensures that women experience a profound enhancement in their sleep quality, but she also guides them in rekindling their relationship with sleep, paving the way for less stressful and more fulfilling days. Having struggled with insomnia and dependency on prescription sleeping pills for almost a decade, Morgan intimately understands the profound impact sleep has on one’s quality of life.

Morgan’s resilience shines bright as a two-time breast cancer survivor. This experience fueled her advocacy for a lifestyle rooted in disease prevention. Her wisdom and guidance extend far beyond just sleep, as she champions holistic well-being in all aspects of life.

Find out more about Morgan's work at https://www.morganadamswellness.com/

Dr. Michael Norton: The Power of Rituals to Transform Your Daily Life

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0000

Danielle and Whitney sit down with Michael Norton, an award-winning behavioral scientist, professor at Harvard Business School, and author of The Ritual Effect, about the surprising and versatile power of rituals. Michael delves into the profound impact that rituals can have on our daily lives, relationships, and overall well-being.

Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/Kn5a6wLAON8

Michael shares:

The crucial differences between habits and rituals.
How rituals add meaning and emotional depth to our actions.
Guidance on how to intentionally design rituals in both personal and work settings.
The role of rituals in strengthening relationships.
Insights on how rituals can aid in navigating significant life transitions, providing structure and meaning during times of change.

About Michael: Michael Norton is a Professor of Business Administration at Harvard Business School. Dr. Norton’s research on topics ranging from the hazards of humble-bragging to the rewards of matchmaking and volunteering has been published in top academic journals as well as popular media outlets such as the Wall Street Journal, CNN, Forbes, and the New York Times. He co-authored Happy Money with Elizabeth Dunn, which was named by the Washington Post as a “Book Every Leader Should Read.” He received his Ph.D. in Social Psychology from Princeton University. Visit https://michaelnorton.com/ for additional information, video, and more.

Dr. Taz Bhatia: What Every Woman Should Know About Hormones

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0000

Danielle and Whitney engage in an insightful conversation with Dr. Taz Bhatia, a board-certified integrative medicine physician, wellness expert, and founder of CentreSpring MD. Dr. Taz shares her insights on navigating the complexities of hormonal shifts, practical strategies for maintaining vitality and energy through different life stages, and ultimately how not to experience the menopause your mom experienced.

This episode was recorded in front of a virtual live audience as part of our Sakara Talk Series. Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/1X6mr1P5Ky4

Dr. Taz shares:

How hormonal fluctuations impact energy levels and overall well-being.
How to recognize these hormonal changes.
Practical advice to support hormonal balance and enhance vitality.
The effects of stress on hormones and effective strategies to mitigate its impact.
Guidance through different hormonal phases, from puberty to menopause.

About Dr. Taz:

As a pioneer in merging systems of medicine together, double board certified integrative medicine physician Dr. Taz Bhatia is on a mission to provide the world with true, holistic medicine that combines a unique integration of science, spirit, and the human experience. Faced with personal health challenges in her twenties and a health care system that was dismissive, Dr. Taz turned to nutrition, homeopathy and Eastern medical wisdom for answers. What she found was a wealth of information not yet taught in conventional medical schools. Passionate to share this new knowledge, she opened CentreSpringMD in Atlanta, a nationally recognized holistic and integrative medical practice designed to treat the whole family. Fifteen years later, Dr. Taz has scaled the practice and opened locations in LA and NYC, along with an expanded global telehealth platform. A veteran media and television contributor, she currently serves as a TODAY contributor, First for Women columnist, and a FOX5 news expert. Her recent book, The Hormone Shift, named by Book Riot as one of “The Best Menopause Books,” landed at #1 in Amazon’s coveted Best Sellers Ranking List and exploded in popularity garnering worldwide attention. The book is now available in India and Portugal, with more countries to come, helping to fuel the growth of her international telehealth business. From primary care to chronic disease management and specialty care, Dr. Taz has led the growth of CentreSpringMD from a solo provider practice with 2 employees to a multi clinic company with 4 locations and a global telehealth platform with over 50 employees. Dr. Taz’s clinics continue to garner medical awards, including Best Georgia practice and Atlanta’s Top Doc recognitions.

Dan Kittredge: The True Meaning of Nutrient Density

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 08:00:00 -0000

Danielle Duboise sits down with Dan Kittredge, organic farmer and founder of the Bionutrient Food Association, to explore the profound connection between soil health, nutrient density, and human well-being. They discuss how our food choices impact not only our personal health but also the health of the planet, and how small shifts in agriculture and consumer habits can drive systemic change. Dan also shares groundbreaking insights on measuring food quality and how we can reclaim a relationship with nature through what we eat.

Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/wmVZzWDb_NE

Dan shares:

Why not all organic or conventional food is created equal.
How soil health directly influences the nutritional value of our food.
Dan’s work in developing technology to measure food quality.
Practical tips on finding the most nourishing food, even before advanced testing tools become widely available.

About Dan Kittredge: Dan Kittredge is the founder and executive director of the Bionutrient Food Association and a leading advocate for nutrient density in agriculture. Dan Kittredge has been an organic farmer for more than 30 years and is the founder and executive director of the Bionutrient Food Association (BFA), a non-profit whose mission is to “increase quality in the food supply.” Known as one of the leading proponents of “nutrient density,” Dan works to demonstrate the connections between soil health, plant health, and human health. Out of these efforts was born the Bionutrient Institute, which has engineered a prototype of a hand-held consumer spectrometer designed to test nutrient density at point of purchase. Via the Bionutrient Meter, the goal is to empower consumers to choose for nutrient quality and thereby leverage economic incentives to drive full system regeneration.

Visit https://bionutrient.org/ for more information about Dan's work and the Bionutrient Food Association.

Danielle & Whitney: Behind Our New Sakara Supplements

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000

Join Danielle and Whitney for an intimate conversation as they unveil Sakara’s new supplement line—featuring Daily Elixir, Cell Reset, Metabolism Bite, and Night Service. They explore the science behind these powerful formulations, breaking down how each supplement supports longevity, optimal health, and vibrant well-being. Learn why supplementation is essential in today’s world, how to seamlessly incorporate these blends into your daily routine, and the transformative benefits they offer—from cellular nourishment to metabolic support and deep, restorative rest.

Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/HKZb08FiqMw

Try our new supplements line to nourish and thrive every day: https://www.sakara.com/collections/new-arrivals

Tracee Stanley: Practicing Rest And Building Sleep Rituals

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000

In this episode, Tracee Stanley dives into the profound impact of rituals that nurture rest, exploring how these practices can help us unravel the stresses of daily life and unlock the creative potential and answers we’ve been seeking. She discusses the power of rest, the practice of undoing, and how to build a relationship with rest that supports deeper clarity. At Sakara, we know how essential deep rest is for overall wellness, which is why we’ve been working on something new to help support relaxation and better sleep. Stay tuned for more details soon!

This episode was recorded in front of a virtual live audience as part of our Sakara Talk Series. Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/JwBxZWfbPJU

Tracee shares:

The importance of rituals in creating rest and how they differ from unconscious habits
Understanding Yoga Nidra and how it helps the ego fall asleep while the soul awakens
How to cultivate a loving and sacred practice that nurtures rest and equanimity
The role of sleep and liminal space in unlocking creativity and finding answers
How to feel worthy of rest and create rituals for yourself to invite deep relaxation

About Tracee:

Tracee Stanley is the author of the bestselling books Radiant Rest: Yoga Nidra for Deep Relaxation and Awakened Clarity and The Luminous Self: Sacred Yogic Practices & Rituals to Remember Who You Are (Shambhala Publications). Tracee is the founder of Empowered Life Circle, a sacred community and portal of practices, rituals, and Tantric teachings inspired by more than 28 years of studentship in Sri Vidya Tantra and the teachings of the Himalayan Masters. As a post lineage teacher, Tracee is devoted to sharing the wisdom of yoga nidra, rest, meditation, self-inquiry, nature as a teacher, and ancestor reverence. Tracee holds certificates from Pacifica Graduate Institute in Advanced Eco-Therapy, New Thinking, Best Practices, and Emerging Modalities and a certificate in Advanced Ecopsychology. Tracee is gifted in illuminating the magic and power found in liminal space and weaving devotion and practice into daily life. Find out more about Tracee at traceestanley.com.

Layla Martin: Reconnecting With Your Sexual Power

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000

Danielle and Whitney sit down with tantric teacher, creator of the VITA™ Method and “sexpert extraordinaire”, Layla Martin to discuss all things sexual sovereignty and spiritual power. Layla unveils how to find the map inside yourself where sexual power restores, heart power, creative power, and then eventually spiritual sovereignty takes over. She shares how all of us are capable of spiritual wisdom and spiritual activation, and provides helpful tips and tricks to attract what you need and reconnect with your sexual empowerment.

Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/D5_tqzNUtCM

Layla shares:

What sexual empowerment is
What it means to truly love your body and harness your sexual worth
Where sexuality and spirituality become one
Uncovering shame around sexual pleasure
How to attract what and who you need
What will block you from a high-quality partnership

About Layla:

Layla Martin has been called the “Headmistress of Pleasure” by Women’s Health and a “Sexpert Extraordinaire” by Cosmopolitan. With over 20 years of Tantric practice, extensive studies in human sexuality at Stanford University, the development of her innovative VITA™ Method, and tens of thousands of paying clients, Layla is a recognized authority on sacred sexuality and tantra, sexual empowerment, manifesting through orgasm, healing and transformation, and tantric partnerships.

Dr. Leigh Erin Connealy: Habits to Support Your Longevity and Prevent Cancer

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000

Danielle and Whitney sit down with the renowned Dr. Leigh Erin Connealy to understand how to take control of your control panel, your health and your life. Dr. Connealy discusses her personal stories with family, drugs and her road to becoming a doctor. As a doctor, Dr. Connealy tells us what doctors aren't telling us. She shares easy steps to understand if you have cancer, cancer prevention tips, and lifestyle support to thrive. She unveils how to find joy in healthcare decisions.

This episode was recorded in front of a virtual live audience as part of our Sakara Talk Series. Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/fdsvS8DS_rQ

Dr. Connealy shares:

The truths about cancer
How to be in control of your control panel
How to not become your problem, but to take your problem as a learning opportunity to thrive
The impact of sugar, anxiety and our longevity
Epigenetics and top tips for staying healthy
Holistic approach to hormones and hormone health

About Dr. Connealy: A leader in the Integrative Medicine space, Dr. Connealy is known for her patient-first approach and for her focus on preventing cancer through addressing patients and their lifestyle habits, rather than just the disease. She is the medical director of The Cancer Center for Healing and The Center for New Medicine which sees patients from all over the world. Dr. Connealy is the author of The Cancer Revolution and Be Perfectly Healthy, and for the past ten years, she has been named one of the top 50 integrative doctors in the country. Dr. Connealy's mission is to share her knowledge with her community to help others be in control of their control panel and live their best, and longest lives.

Melissa Wood-Tepperberg: Stop Running From Yourself

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 12:52:00 -0000

Danielle and Whitney sit down with wellness expert and founder of Melissa Wood Health, Melissa Wood-Tepperberg, to discuss what it means to awaken your inner light, form true strength from within, and truly enjoy living in the body you have. They dive into the various stages of life as a woman and how these stages can affect and enlighten you.

This episode was recorded in front of a virtual live audience as part of our Sakara Talk Series. Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/RHinihH5qwQ

Melissa shares:

Manifestation and mindfulness practices
Finding your inner voice
Creating a body you want
Life and movement after kids
Staying motivated through it all

About Melissa: Melissa Wood-Tepperberg, Founder and CEO of MWH and host of the Move With Heart Podcast, is a motivational speaker, meditation teacher, certified yoga and pilates instructor, and certified health coach. She is beloved by the diverse community she’s cultivated through her unique approach to fitness and mindfulness over the years. An innate digital entrepreneur, Melissa began filming and sharing her workouts from her living room using only an iPhone and simple tripod in 2015. Her accessible approach and broad content offering inspires others to strengthen their mind and body by consistently committing to wellness. The first MWH app launched in 2019, and the MWH platform has a growing library of 750+ workouts, meditations and recipes, offering something for everyone at every point in their journey. A profound thought-leader, Melissa and MWH have been featured on LIVE with Kelly and Ryan, GMA, The Today Show, Forbes, Fortune and more. In addition to expanding the platform and continuing to innovate in the fitness and wellness space, Melissa is a wife and mother to two beautiful children. She currently resides in New York City.

Dr. Deanna Minich: The Colors of the Rainbow and Detoxification

Tue, 31 Dec 2024 10:07:00 -0000

Danielle and Whitney sit down with nutrition scientist, educator and author Dr. Deanna Minich to discuss how vast detoxification is. They dive into nature's pathways, what it truly means to eat the rainbow and carefully define each color of the rainbow when it comes to our plates. They share more about the impact of what we input versus what we output and how plants can be our divine healers.

Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/i4YHRaOGW38

And try our new and improved Level II: Detox to live and feel the results yourself: https://www.sakara.com/nutrition/detox

How To Detox Healthfully with Danielle and Whitney

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000

Danielle and Whitney sit down one-on-one to answer the commonly asked questions about detoxification. They demystify detoxing and share how it is something that can be done healthfully. They share how to not weaponize it or abuse it and dive into how detoxing is about resetting your body. They unveil why detoxing is a part of Sakara and share more about Sakara’s philosophy around detoxing.

Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/NXp_b2fYvHo

Try our new and improved Level II: Detox to live and feel the results yourself: https://www.sakara.com/nutrition/detox

Gabby Bernstein: Being Your Own Inner Healer

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 13:06:00 -0000

Danielle and Whitney sit down with New York Times bestselling author, thought leader, and motivational speaker Gabby Bernstein to discuss what it means to show up for yourself and become your own inner healer.

This episode was recorded in front of a virtual live audience as part of our Sakara Talk Series. Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/wekWcEPkAmY

Gabby shares:

The effects of trauma on self-love
How to become your own inner healer
What it means to live with ease
What it looks like to trust my inner guidance system
What is feels like to have a spiritual faith that is unshakeable
The four-step process to recognize self with a capital S

About Gabby:

For more than eighteen years, Gabby Bernstein has been transforming lives—including her own. The #1 New York Times bestselling author has penned ten books, including Self Help (coming December 2024). Gabby was featured on Oprah’s SuperSoul Sunday as a “new thought leader.” The New York Times identified Gabby as “a role model for a new generation of spiritual seekers.” From her start hosting intimate conversations with twenty people in her New York City apartment, Gabby has grown to speaking to tens of thousands in sold-out venues throughout the world.

Your Best Skin Ever Starts Here with Shelly Marshall

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 08:30:00 -0000

Danielle and Whitney sit down with holistic esthetician (and longtime member of the Sakara community) Shelly Marshall to discuss all things skin health, and Shelly shares tangible tips to add face yoga to your at-home skin care routine.

This episode was recorded in front of a virtual live audience as part of our Sakara Talk Series. Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel for a demonstration of Shelly’s face yoga tips here: https://youtu.be/TQxgnbfcnio

Shelly shares:

The importance of the health of our skin tissues as a foundation
The intersection of science and spirit when it comes to treating your skin
How face yoga stretches and strengthens muscles throughout the face
Where to start and what to expect in terms of results from face yoga
Her thoughts on injectables
Her go-to foods to support healthy skin

About Shelly Marshall:

Shelly Marshall is the founder of Beauty Shamans Skincare and the Skin Within Studio, an online space that guides members through relaxing and empowering self-care rituals using self massage, reflexology, face yoga, and the ancient art of Gua Sha. With a background in nursing, her approach to skincare is clean, clinical, and holistic. Her methods and philosophy have helped people around the world discover their inner healer, using skincare rituals as a tool for achieving greater health and radiant beauty.

The Key to Longevity with Dr. William Li

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 08:01:00 -0000

Danielle and Whitney sit down with renowned physician and scientist Dr. William Li to discuss the critical foundation for longevity, and how natural whole plant-based foods do the work for you.

This episode was recorded as part of our Sakara Talk Series. Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/oeEO5JaKKQk

Dr. Li shares:

The relationship between a plant-based diet and overall health
What causes inflammation (plus a few surprising causes) and the downstream effects of inflammation
How plants counteract inflammation in the body
The value of complete nutrient diversity and a colorful plate
The correlation between inflammation and weight gain

About Dr. William Li:

Dr. William Li is an internationally renowned physician, scientist and author of the New York Times bestseller “Eat to Beat Disease: The New Science of How Your Body Can Heal Itself” and “Eat to Beat Your Diet: Burn Fat, Heal Your Metabolism, and Live Longer.”

His groundbreaking research has led to the development of more than 40 new medical treatments that impact care for more than 70 diseases including diabetes, blindness, heart disease and obesity.

His TED Talk, “Can We Eat to Starve Cancer?” has garnered more than 11 million views. He is also the President and Medical Director of the Angiogenesis Foundation, and he is leading global initiatives on food as medicine.

Redefining Self Love at Any Age with Chef Babette Davis

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 07:30:00 -0000

Danielle and Whitney sit down with plant-based chef, fitness enthusiast, and motivational speaker Babette Davis, who at 73, shares her spiritual and health journey to motivate others to take control of their diets, habits, and mindset at any age.

Babette shares:

Her experience with childhood abuse and later addiction
Her introduction to a plant-based lifestyle
A mantra for tackling obstacles
The myth of a “perfect” life
Her experience through menopause and as a postmenopausal woman
How she defines her decades
A few of her favorite plant-based staples

About Babette Davis:

Babette Davis is a globally recognized plant-based chef, fitness enthusiast and motivational speaker who calls Inglewood, CA home. She pioneered the first plant-based restaurant, “Stuff I Eat” in her community in the early 2000’s where she still receives visitors from around the world.

Babette was recently featured on the Tamron Hall show doing an Eight Minute plank and talking about her health journey. Her goal is to share knowledge with others and be a catalyst to get people moving.

Dr. Ben Lynch: Taking Charge of Our Genetic Health

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Danielle and Whitney sat down with epigenetic pioneer Dr. Ben Lynch to discuss epigenetics and what we can do to understand and impact how our genes are expressed.

Dr. Ben Lynch shares:

A look into the field of epigenetics
The concept of “Dirty Genes” and the role of nutrition in how these genes function
The biggest misconceptions when it comes to our genes
Understanding and interpreting genetic testing
The best way to fix a genetic variation

About Dr. Ben Lynch:

Dr. Lynch is a naturopathic doctor and the best-selling author of Dirty Genes: A Breakthrough Program to Treat the Root Cause of Illness and Optimize Your Health.

Dr. Ben Lynch discovered the power of epigenetics in 2008 and never looked back. While helping people recover from exposure to industrial chemicals, heavy metals, and other environmental toxins, he discovered the role genes play in the whole process and quickly realized that there was a huge gap between what geneticists published in their research papers and what medical providers practiced with patients. Dr. Lynch has since made it his mission to bring cutting edge science into the doctor’s office.

Martha Beck: Escape the Anxiety Spiral

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 07:30:00 -0000

Danielle sat down with bestselling author, life coach, and speaker Martha Beck to talk about anxiety, what it is, and how to channel the energy behind anxiety into creativity so that you can live your higher purpose.

Martha Beck shares:

The meaning of true nature, and how to get to know yours
The difference between fear and anxiety
How to identify an anxiety spiral, and what to do about it
How creativity can silence anxiety
The psychology of living your purpose

About Martha Beck:

Martha Beck is a bestselling author, life coach, and speaker. She has spent a lifetime offering powerful, practical, and entertaining teachings that help people improve every aspect of their lives. She holds three Harvard degrees in social science, and Oprah Winfrey has called her “one of the smartest women I know.” Martha is a passionate and engaging speaker, known for her unique combination of science, humor, and spirituality. For over two decades she has been, in the words of NPR and USA Today, “the best-known life coach in America.” Her published works include over 150 magazine articles and several self help books and memoirs, including New York Times and international bestsellers Finding Your Own North Star, The Joy Diet, and Expecting Adam. Her recent book, The Way of Integrity: Finding the Path to Your True Self, was an instant New York Times Best Seller and Oprah’s Book Club selection. Martha’s next book, Beyond Anxiety: Curiosity, Creativity, and Finding Your Life’s Purpose, is expected in early 2025.

Shift Your Thoughts, Change Your Life: Doing "The Work" with Byron Katie

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Today Danielle and Whitney sit down with Byron Katie to talk about her process to help millions of people heal their own suffering through a process of self-inquiry known as The Work.

Byron Katie shares:

• Her moment of enlightenment on the cause of all suffering

• Insight on the connection between the ego and our suffering

• How to practice the process of self-inquiry

• A perspective shift on forgiveness

About Byron Katie:

In 1986, at the bottom of a ten-year spiral into depression and self-loathing, Byron Katie woke up one morning in a state of joy. She realized that when she believed her stressful thoughts, she suffered, but that when she questioned them, she didn’t suffer, and that this is true for every human being. Her simple yet powerful process of self-inquiry, which she calls The Work, consists of four questions and the turnaround, which is a way of experiencing the opposite of what you believe.

Her books include the bestselling Loving What Is now in a revised edition, I Need Your Love—Is That True?, A Thousand Names for Joy, and A Mind at Home with Itself. For more information, visit thework.com.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/byron.katie

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Hormone Harmony and Vitality with Dr. Taz Bhatia

Tue, 20 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Join us today for an encore of our conversation with Dr. Taz Bhatia from our Hormonal Health Series. Danielle, Whitney, and Dr. Bhatia discuss navigating the complex world of hormonal shifts, discovering how to maintain your vitality and energy through different life stages with practical strategies for supporting your hormonal health.

Dr. Taz shares:

How hormonal changes impact our energy and well-being
Nutritional and lifestyle tips for balancing hormones
Strategies for managing stress and its effect on hormones
The importance of personalized medicine in hormonal health
Practical advice for staying vibrant through hormonal shifts

About Dr. Taz Bhatia:

Dr. Taz Bhatia is a board-certified integrative medicine physician specializing in women's health, weight loss, and nutrition. As the author of several holistic health books, she is committed to helping her patients achieve optimal vitality through personalized, integrative care.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drtazmd/

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Revolutionize Your Health with Fiber and Dr. Will Bulsiewicz

Tue, 06 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Today we revisit one of Danielle’s favorite solo interviews with renowned gastroenterologist, Dr. Will Bulsiewicz. Dr. Bulsiewicz explains how fiber is the unsung hero of our diets, with the ability to revolutionize our digestive health, weight management, and overall wellness.

Dr. Bulsiewicz shares:

The critical role of fiber in maintaining digestive health and preventing disease
Fun and easy ways to add more fiber to your diet
The science that makes fiber essential for wellness
Inspiring stories of health transformations through fiber-rich diets

About Dr. Will Bulsiewicz:

Dr. Will Bulsiewicz, known as "Dr. B," is a board-certified gastroenterologist and the author of the bestselling book "Fiber Fueled." He is a passionate advocate for a plant-based, fiber-rich diet and is dedicated to helping people achieve optimal health through the power of nutrition.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theguthealthmd/

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Food as Medicine with Dr. Mark Hyman

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 07:30:00 -0000

One of Danielle and Whitney’s most foundational conversations on the podcast to date, today we’re re-sharing our conversation with Dr. Mark Hyman on why food really is medicine. Together, they explore how our dietary choices can heal, prevent chronic diseases, and boost overall health.

Dr. Hyman shares:

The surprising connection between food and chronic disease prevention
Simple ways to incorporate healing foods into your daily life
The science behind food as a powerful medicine
How to tailor your nutrition for optimal health
Personalized tips for turning your diet into a wellness tool

About Dr. Mark Hyman:

Dr. Mark Hyman is a renowned family physician and a leading figure in Functional Medicine. As the founder of The UltraWellness Center and chairman of the Institute for Functional Medicine, he has authored twelve New York Times bestselling books. Dr. Hyman is passionate about using food to revolutionize health care and personal wellness.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmarkhyman/

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Transforming Health from the Inside Out with Dr. Robynne Chutkan

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Today we’re sharing an encore of one of our favorite episodes featuring the incredible Dr. Robynne Chutkan. Dr. Chutkan takes us on a journey into the magical world of the microbiome to discover how the tiny bacteria in our gut play a massive role in our health and well-being.

Robynne shares:

Why gut health is crucial for digestion, immunity, and mental well-being
Easy tips to boost your microbiome through diet and lifestyle
Cutting-edge research on the microbiome’s role in preventing chronic diseases
How to maintain a healthy gut at any age
Simple changes to improve your gut flora and overall health

About Dr. Robynne Chutkan:

Robynne Chutkan is a leading integrative gastroenterologist and the founder of the Digestive Center for Wellness. As the author of several bestsellers on gut health, she is dedicated to helping people achieve optimal health through holistic and integrative approaches.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gutbliss/

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Embodiment and Self-Love: How We Can Start Knowing and Loving Our True Selves with Dr. Christian Gonzalez

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 12:52:00 -0000

Today Danielle and Whitney sit down with trauma healing expert Dr. Christian Gonzalez to understand how we can all start to become more embodied, move through stored trauma, and ultimately live a more vibrant life in connection with our true selves.

Dr. Gonzalez shares:

Why so many of us feel disconnected to ourselves in our 30’s, 40’s, and 50’s
How we can better understand the survival mechanisms we took on as children
How our childhood trauma manifests in the body and how to move through it
How we can start to become more embodied and know ourselves better
What is integrity and what can it teach us about boundaries?

About Dr. Christian Gonzalez:

Dr. Gonzalez is a doctor of naturopathic medicine and a trusted leader in emotional and trauma healing with a passion for helping people optimize their health to prevent chronic disease. Dr. Gonzalez completed a two-year residency position at the competitive Cancer Treatment Centers of America in Philadelphia and received a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine at the University of Bridgeport College of Naturopathic Medicine in 2014. Dr. Gonzalez applies the belief that the body has an innate ability to heal itself when given favorable conditions to thrive. He works in finding the root cause of imbalance and giving the body what it needs to heal while removing obstacles to restoring health. He carries this very mantra to all his patients to find long-term healing.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctor.gonzalez/

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Raising Children Who Know Their Bodies with Dr. Mona Amin

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 13:33:00 -0000

Today Danielle and Whitney sit down with pediatric nourishment expert Dr. Mona Amin to talk in-depth about one of their most frequently asked question: how can we help our kids become mindful eaters?

Dr. Amin shares:

Her personal birth trauma and how it fuels her mission
Mind/body parenting: raising children with healthy relationships to food and themselves
How we can help our children cultivate awareness to their own body & honor their boundaries
Terminology that can change the way we interact with our children around mealtimes
Navigating sugar intake and setting boundaries around it (in a healthy way)
The difference between picky vs. preference eating and how to reframe our thinking
How we can model healthy body image for our children

About Dr. Mona Amin:

Dr. Mona is a Board Certified General Pediatrician and has spoken across the country to educate parents and professionals regarding the health, development, and parenting of children. Through her brand PedsDocTalk, Dr. Mona provides relatable and easy-to-digest guidance for the modern parent. Known for her non-judgemental approach, Dr. Mona aims to guide parents in a mindful way to bring more confidence and calm into their parenting journey.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pedsdoctalk/

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Understanding and Addressing Chronic Illness and Lyme Disease with Dr. Bill Rawls

Tue, 21 May 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Today we’re diving into the world of chronic illness to uncover some of the complexities behind one of the most mysterious and misunderstood conditions: Lyme disease. An expert in this field, Dr. Bill Rawls joins us to talk about his personal journey with the disease, how he was able to recover his health completely, and the things he learned along the way that changed his life forever.

Dr. Rawls shares:

What is chronic illness?
How we can start discovering the root cause instead of only treating our systems
Why Lyme disease is dangerously misunderstood and what everyone needs to know
The path to healing & how to begin addressing chronic illness through herbs
Rest & recovery: why we can’t overlook this piece of the puzzle

About Dr. Bill Rawls:

After graduating from medical school, Dr. Bill Rawls practiced conventional medicine for 15 years. However, when Lyme disease and fibromyalgia disrupted his career at age 45, he was forced into the world of herbal and alternative medicine. Restoring his health through holistic and herbal therapies inspired him to share his revelations on the importance of cellular wellness. Today, he works to bring life and vitality to others as he helps them establish their own paths to wellness through modern herbology. His most recent book, "The Cellular Wellness Solution," explores the critical role our cells play in supporting optimal health and through it he shares actionable recommendations to transform your health from the inside out.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rawlsmd/

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Why We Should All Give Ourselves More Grace with Danielle and Whitney

Tue, 07 May 2024 07:00:00 -0000

On this episode of The Sakara Life Podcast Danielle and Whitney sit down to answer some listener questions and share their experiences around some of our most-requested topics: from navigating body image postpartum to their stance on macro counting and portion control, to how to find balance and educate (not dictate) while nourishing little humans.

Discover:

How to start healing body image postpartum and releasing some of our expectations
What Danielle and Whitney recommend when your goal is weight loss
Why you should TRUST your hunger (but first you need to learn HOW)
How to approach a plant-based diet in ways that feel easy
Ways to avoid food fights with your kids and help them learn body intelligence

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Finding Relational Fulfillment and Honoring Our Authentic Self with Dene Logan

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Today Whitney sits down with the multifaceted psychotherapist Dene Logan to uncover how we can all find more fulfillment in our relationships, both with our partners and within ourselves.

Dene shares:

What it means to reclaim our authenticity
De-programming: How liberating ourselves helps us liberate others
Why finding love is different now than ever before & the baggage we might not realize we’re carrying
What’s preventing us from finding authentic intimacy in our relationships and how we can get it back
How we can start to better communicate through curiosity
Why having community is KEY for every relationship
Understanding your relationship dynamic through masculine versus feminine energy

About Dene:

Dene Logan is a multifaceted psychotherapist who specializes in Marriage and Family Therapy with a unique orientation in Depth Psychology. A mentee to acclaimed couples therapist Esther Perel, Dene offers a holistic approach to mental health and emotional well-being, guiding individuals and couples on profound journeys of self-discovery and healing. Dene helps her clients identify culturally conditioned limiting beliefs so that they can begin to live a life where they are governed by an inner authority in a way that feels meaningful and in alignment with the highest Truth of who they are. Her upcoming book, Sovereign Love, is set to publish in May of 2024, promising to offer profound insights into the nature of love and relationships.

IG: https://www.instagram.com/dene.logan

Website: https://denelogan.com

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Past Life Regression and How It Can Help Shape Our Future with Michelle Brock

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Today we are joined by spiritual healer and past life regressionist, Michelle Brock, to dive into the notion that all of us have lived experience that extends beyond our current lifetime.

Michelle shares:

Her experiences growing up as an intuitive
What is past life regression and how does it work?
How understanding our past lives can help shape and inform our present
A look inside Danielle and Whitney’s past lives

About Michelle:

Michelle Brock is a renowned past life regressionist and intuitive coach, whose profound insights have guided countless individuals on transformative journeys of self-discovery. With a wealth of experience in the realm of metaphysical exploration, Michelle has dedicated her life to helping others uncover the mysteries of their past lives and unlock the wisdom held within.

Through her compassionate guidance and intuitive expertise, Michelle empowers her clients to heal unresolved traumas, overcome obstacles, and embrace their true purpose with clarity and confidence. Her new book “Who Do You Think You Are” is a powerful guide to manifesting the happiness and satisfaction we desire in the present by reconnecting us with our experiences from the past.

IG: https://www.instagram.com/pastlifemichelle/

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Self-Renewal Is An Inside Job: Stress and Sleep with Danielle and Whitney

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 20:09:00 -0000

Danielle and Whitney sit down to discuss Oura Rings, sleep, and how body intelligence shapes how they show up as moms and entrepreneurs. They share their personal “check engine light” signals to reset, tools for a better night's sleep, and how they're approaching self-care through stress management.Some of Danielle & Whitney’s favorite podcast episodes on self-care (in both the spiritual and physical realm):

The Science of True Happiness with Dawson Church
Recharging Your Libido with Dr. Jill Blakeway
Psychiatry, Psychedelics and Standing in Your Truth, with Ellen Vora, MD
Change Your Thoughts, Change Your Life with Dr. Joe Dispenza
Eat Your Medicine with Dr. Mark Hyman

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The Gut Health Conversation You NEED to Hear with Dr. Elena Ivanina

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 17:09:00 -0000

Renowned gastroenterologist Dr. Elena Ivanina joins us today on The Sakara Life Podcast to blow our minds around some of the most hotly discussed topics related to gut health.

Elena shares:

What prompted a quadruple board-certified doctor to take a holistic approach to treatment
Diverticulosis & SIBO: Some of the most common gut problems she sees in her practice and how we can prevent them
The KEY to improved gut health & motility (that we’re chronically deficient in)
What is “nature’s Ozempic”
Rebuilding the gut post-antibiotics
Why root cause medicine is so important

About Elena:

Dr. Elena Ivanina is a quadruple board-certified integrative gastroenterologist & functional medicine practitioner. Dr. Ivanina’s approach to gut healing involves a holistic view of the patient, with food as medicine playing a central role in her treatment plans. She believes that the food we eat can significantly impact our gut health and that dietary changes can be a powerful tool in improving gut conditions.

She is also the founder and force behind Gut Love, a community membership platform that prioritizes empowerment and education around gut health, helping their patients to understand the root causes of their gut conditions and providing them with the tools and resources they need to take control of their health.

IG: https://www.instagram.com/gut_love/

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Nutrition Myth Busting: Don’t Believe Everything You See with Dr. Garth Davis

Fri, 22 Mar 2024 13:23:00 -0000

Garth Davis joins us today on The Sakara Life Podcast to help us wade through the noise that is social media diets, nutritionism, and what we really need to focus on if we want to feel our best for decades to come.

Garth shares:

The nuances of obesity and why helping to prevent it is his life’s mission
The dangers of following social media diets: why we shouldn’t all be carnivores
How much protein do we really need in a day
Why you might feel bloated after switching to a plant-based diet
Why you actually NEED carbs to build muscle
The greatest health study ever conducted and what it tells us about longevity

About Garth:

Dr. Garth Davis is a distinguished surgeon, health advocate, and author with over two decades of experience in the medical field. Having served as Chief of Bariatric Surgery at Houston Methodist Hospital and as a clinical professor at the University of Texas, Dr. Davis has dedicated his career to transforming the lives of his patients through innovative surgical techniques and a holistic approach to health.

He is the author of the acclaimed book "Proteinaholic: How Our Obsession with Meat Is Killing Us and What We Can Do About It," which challenges conventional beliefs about nutrition and advocates for plant-based diets. Through his extensive research and compassionate care, Dr. Davis has become a leading voice in the movement towards healthier living and sustainable healthcare practices.

IG: https://www.instagram.com/drgarthdavis/

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Your Poop Questions, Answered

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 19:20:00 -0000

Danielle and Whitney are back to answer some of your burning questions about, that's right, poop. They answer:

Pooping in front of your partner: yes or no?
Thoughts on colonics
How smelly is too smelly?
How does our regularity impact the health of our skin? Our hormones?
What you need to know if you're constipated

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Yes, We're Talking About Poop

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 15:28:00 -0000

Today Danielle and Whitney are joined by our Sakara Life Nutrition Expert Colleen Coffey to talk about an oh so taboo topic... poop. In this first of two episodes, they discuss:

Poop as a vital sign
How to know if your poop (aka your gut) is healthy
Danielle and Whitney's take on colonics
What really happens during digestion
Fiber as the hero of a healthy gut: what you NEED to know to change your gut health

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Origin Stories and Why We Are The Way We Are with Vienna Pharaon

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 20:10:00 -0000

Licensed marriage and family therapist Vienna Pharaon joins us today to help us understand the family systems that we grew up in, so that we can resolve our wounds from the past and move forward in life with freedom.

Vienna Shares:

The personal experiences in her childhood and throughout her life that brought her to this work
Small mindset shifts that can result in big outcomes
How we can start to acknowledge our past experiences without guilt or shame
Understanding how childhood trauma informs our adult behaviors
The hard truths about setting boundaries
The subconscious way we choose our partners
What we need to consider when searching for love

About Vienna:

Vienna Pharaon is a licensed marriage and family therapist and one of New York City’s most sought-after relationship therapists. She has practiced therapy for more than fifteen years and is the founder of the group practice Mindful Marriage and Family Therapy where she’s helping over 600K people around the world heal their wounds.

She received her master of science in marriage and family therapy from Northwestern University, and trained extensively at The Family Institute, Bette D. Harris Family & Child Clinic. Her national bestseller, The Origins of You, unlocks a healing process to help us understand our Family of Origin and teaches us how to break family patterns and help liberate the way we live and love.

Her work has been featured by The Economist, Netflix, Vice, Vogue, and many more.

IG: https://www.instagram.com/mindfulmft/

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The Hidden Life Force of Our Food with Prune Harris

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0000

Prune Harris is back to share the magic that happens inside of us when we tune into our Body Intelligence and nourish ourselves with high-vibrational food.

Prune shares:

How our bodies respond to food (before we’ve even eaten it) and how we can learn to listen to ourselves more
How food responds to OUR energy
Simple practices for harmonizing our energy before eating to ensure we get the most nourishment out of every meal

About Prune:

Prune Harris has grown up in a world of energy, and for the past 50 years, she has been tracking, understanding, and now translating this world for us all to experience. Prune has trained with healers, elders, and wisdom holders throughout the world and is certified in Touch For Health Kinesiology, Eden Energy Medicine, and Celtic and Norse Shamanism. For 20 years Prune worked as a clinical practitioner, dedicating her skills and gifts to helping those who needed to heal physically, emotionally or spiritually.

Through her in-person and online courses, her social media presence, her membership, YouTube channel, and best selling book ‘Your Radiant Soul - Understand Your Energy to Transform Your World’, Prune has empowered thousands of people across the globe to bring consciousness to their energy systems and make small yet powerful changes that elicit real change in their lives.

IG: https://www.instagram.com/pruneharris/

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The Energetic Superpower We're All Born With + How to Cultivate It with Prune Harris

Tue, 06 Feb 2024 22:03:00 -0000

Energy expert, consciousness educator, and soul activist Prune Harris teaches us about energy, and how we can use it to feel more deeply connected into the incredible magnificence of the world that we live in.

Prune shares:

The near-death experience that completely changed her life
How seeing and being perceptive to energy is something we are all capable of
How connecting to our energetic anatomy can help us live in our truth
How we can each begin to see and understand our own energetic anatomy & that of those around us
Practices to support your energy anatomy so that actually you bring your energy system more and more in balance
The meaning of our soul color and what it can tell us about ourselves

About Prune:

IG: https://www.instagram.com/pruneharris/

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Can Food Help Us Fight Anxiety? with Dr. Uma Naidoo

Tue, 23 Jan 2024 08:30:00 -0000

Today we are excited to welcome back Dr. Uma Naidoo to discuss one of the most widespread mental health conditions of the past few years: Anxiety.

Dr. Uma Naidoo is a Harvard-trained psychiatrist and nutrition specialist whose practice advocates for us all to evaluate how the lifestyle and nutrition choices we make impact not only our body, but our mental health. Her newest book, Calm Your Mind With Food, takes her work one step further with science-backed, practical guidance designed to shed some light on what she calls “the anxiety epidemic”. In our conversation we dive into the specifics on how food, gut-health, and inflammation all connect to anxiety and chronic mental health disorders, while also sharing some of the tools, strategies, and foods that can help us battle our chronic anxiety and bring more calm into our lives. https://www.instagram.com/drumanaidoo/

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Laying the Foundation For Our Best Year Yet with Danielle and Whitney

Tue, 09 Jan 2024 08:00:00 -0000

As we usher in a new year, Danielle and Whitney settle in for their first solo episode in almost two years. During what can feel like a very complicated or overwhelming time for many, Danielle shares what she's learned over the past 10 years that allows her to embrace January with joy rather than fear. Her and Whitney discuss the power of surrender, the importance of building a strong foundation (and what that means), plus what's currently in their toolkits and what it means to practice "soulcare". The two of them then take turns answering a few of their favorite audience questions in a not-so rapid-fire style Q&A.

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A Voyage Into The Quantum Realm With Dr. Catherine Clinton

Thu, 28 Dec 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Today we’re excited to be speaking with Dr. Catherine Clinton, a licensed naturopathic physician, to explore the fascinating world of quantum biology. Dr. Catherine, who specializes in gut health, autoimmunity, and psychoneuroimmunology, guides us through many of her profound insights and cutting-edge research around the application of quantum theory to our macro and microbiology. From understanding the importance of connecting with nature to the structure of our water and how light impacts our hormones, this is an episode that will undoubtedly alter your view of the world and life as we know it. We hope you’ll join us on this enlightening journey into the quantum realm.

Dr. Catherine's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.catherineclinton/

Dr. Catherine's Website: https://www.drcatherineclinton.com/

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Challenging Chronic Illness Conventions with The Medical Medium

Thu, 14 Dec 2023 08:00:00 -0000

Today on the Sakara Life podcast we have the pleasure of speaking with the one and only Anthony William, more famously known as the Medical Medium. Anthony is the visionary force behind the healing journeys of countless individuals worldwide, with a mission deeply rooted in compassion and an unyielding commitment to helping the chronically ill. His medium abilities, deemed unorthodox by many, serve as a guiding light as he unravels the intricate connections between heavy metal detoxification, viruses, and chronic diseases. In this episode, we have the privilege of diving into Anthony's world, where his wisdom challenges conventional beliefs and offers a unique perspective on wellbeing.

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The Ozempic Factor With Dr. Elizabeth Sharp

Tue, 28 Nov 2023 16:47:00 -0000

In today's episode we asked Dr. Elizabeth Sharp to talk to us about the science behind Ozempic, Wegovy, and other GLP-1 medications for weight loss. She’s a board-certified Internal Medicine Physician and an Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner, as well as the founder and CEO of Health Meets Wellness medical practice in New York City, specializing in weight management.

We delve into the differences that losing the right weight can have on your body, and what safe weight management looks like in practice. We hope you find this conversation informative and empowering as you consider if and how Ozempic and other GLP-1 medications may factor into your approach to weight management.

+ Be sure to listen all the way through to hear 1-on-1 commentary from Danielle and Whitney after the episode.

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Unlearning The Hormone Status Quo With Alisa Vitti

Tue, 07 Nov 2023 08:30:00 -0000

When we started Sakara more than ten years ago, we began a lifelong process of unlearning societal myths surrounding women's nutrition and wellness. For this episode, we’re excited to welcome back our friend who challenges the status quo for women’s gynecological and hormone health: Alisa Vitti.

Alisa is a public health educator, best-selling author, and femtech founder of Flo Living and top-ranked MyFlo app—both designed to help women understand and manage their hormones naturally from their first period to their last. She was the guest on our podcast for Episode 17, “End Unnecessary Hormonal Suffering with Alisa Vitti,” and we highly recommend finding it in your feed and giving it a listen as well.

We hope you enjoy our conversation with Alisa on why she looks to menstrual cycles as our fifth vital sign; why she’ll never give up her mission to help all those who have periods see theirs as a gift; and her answers to some of our listeners’ most-asked questions about perimenopause, hormonal birth control, and so much more.

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Standing In Your Menopausal Power With Dr. Aviva Romm

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 13:49:00 -0000

At Sakara, we’re on a mission to give you the tools that empower you to be in the driver's seat of your own health so you can turn your thoughts to things and your dreams into reality, through all stages of your life.

One of those stages for women is menopause, and one of the ways we can empower ourselves is through information. That’s why we asked our dear friend, physician, midwife, and herbalist, Dr. Aviva Romm, back on the podcast to discuss some of the tools available to help us take charge of our menopausal health.

In this episode, Dr. Romm shares with us the science driving common signs of menopause, tips to optimize your hormonal well-being, and why she believes this life stage is not one of self-minimization, but instead of great self-realization, and expansion.

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Fasting For Hormone Health With Dr. Mindy Pelz

Thu, 19 Oct 2023 14:16:00 -0000

We at Sakara believe that deepening our connection to our bodies is a key first step to nourishing our health for life—which is why we are so excited to speak with today’s guest.

Dr. Mindy Pelz is a fasting expert and best-selling author who has helped thousands reset their health over her nearly 30-year practice, empowering them to take control of their well-being through fasting for hormonal balance. She works with Olympic athletes, Academy Award-winning actors, Silicon Valley CEOs, and countless patients looking to renew their body’s healing powers—including a 50,000-plus Resetter Collaborative Community and The Reset Academy, specifically designed to teach women how to sync a fasting lifestyle with their hormones.

We hope you enjoy our conversation with Dr. Mindy Pelz on the distinct influence women’s hormones have on our health, the importance of cultivating body intelligence and syncing our habits to our hormonal cycles, and how our health—and lives—can transform when we do.

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Supporting Optimal Vitality Through Hormone Shifts with Dr. Taz Bhatia

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 07:00:00 -0000

One of Sakara’s Nine Pillars Of Nutrition, body intelligence is about honing your ability to listen and respond to your body’s needs through awareness, knowledge, and engagement. It’s a dynamic intersection of science and spirit, and an essential skill for feeling and showing up as your best at every stage of life.

We’re so excited to have Dr. Taz Bhatia back on the podcast to discuss the five life shifts every woman experiences, as chronicled in her best-selling book, The Hormone Shift. As a board-certified Integrative Medicine physician and wellness expert, a fellow of the University of Arizona Program in Integrative Medicine led by Dr. Andrew Weil, and the founder and CEO of her nationally recognized integrated medicine practice, CentreSpringMD, Dr. Taz serves patients holistically by pulling from multiple vantage points of functional, and integrative medicine spanning Western and Eastern modalities.

In this conversation, we get into how women’s major hormonal shifts mirror common social phases of life; why supporting our body intelligence through all of life’s phases requires breaking through culturally imposed boundaries and rebuilding connection with other women; and the steps we can take at every stage to nourish our body intelligence and set up our bodies, minds, and spirits for optimal vitality.

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Rehabilitating Our Neuroplasticity with Dr. Austin Perlmutter

Tue, 05 Sep 2023 07:30:00 -0000

In this episode Danielle sits down solo with Dr. Austin Perlmutter, who specializes in what he calls the “science of stuck.” His research and work centers around the thesis that modern culture is rewiring our brains and damaging our health in the name of profit, and his New York Times best-selling book, Brain Wash, offers a plan of resistance against this pervasive numbing championed by our society. Austin suggests that to rehabilitate our neuroplasticity—a.k.a., our brain's ability to shift its response to our environment—we need to combat the isolation of our digital age by seeking out both more human connection, and time immersed in Nature. He believes that through reconnecting with our community and ourselves, we can reattune our consciousness and ability to sit on the driver’s seat of our own health.

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Stop Overlooking Your Oral Microbiome With Dr. Gerry Curatola

Tue, 01 Aug 2023 12:18:00 -0000

On today's podcast we had the pleasure of sitting down with Whitney and Danielle's longtime personal dentist, Dr. Gerry Curatola. Dr. Curatola has been a practicing clinician for several decades and is anything but traditional when it comes to oral health and his holistic approach to dentistry. Based on academic research and practice, he champions the idea that our mouth microbiome is both a portal and a mirror to our overall well being, and that it holds many more insights to our health than the modern Western dentistry standards address. He's the author of a new book called The Mouth Body Connection, which details how to create a healthy mouth, reduce inflammation, and prevent disease throughout the entire body. He's also the co-inventor of the world's first prebiotic naturopathic toothpaste called Revitin. During this conversation we touch on everything from metal fillings to jaw cavitations, root canals, and Dr. Curatola’s personal mission to change the world of dentistry for the better.

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The Science of True Happiness with Dawson Church

Tue, 11 Jul 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Today, we’re excited to be sitting down with Dr. Dawson Church, an award-winning science writer and author of three best-selling books The Genie in Your Genes,Mind to Matter, and Bliss Brain, to explore how we can remodel the brain for Resilience, Creativity, and Joy. Dawson founded the National Institute for Integrative Healthcare to study and implement evidence-based psychological and medical techniques. The Institute’s largest program, the Veterans Stress Project, has offered free treatment to over 20,000 veterans with PTSD over the past decade. Here, he shares his methods of treatment, the science behind them, and how the rituals we choose are investments in our long-term happiness.

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Sakara Sessions Presents: The Gut Health-Metabolism Connection with Dr. William Li

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 17:09:00 -0000

Today we’re diving into one of our most-requested topics: metabolism. With the help of Sakara Science Council Member and Harvard-trained medical doctor, Dr. William Li, we dissolve many of the myths about metabolism that we’ve all been led to believe, including that your metabolism does not have to slow with age–but why you might still be experiencing a metabolic slow down and what you can do to resolve it. We also discuss the calorie myth, and why eating for our gut health means eating for our whole body. This eye-opening episode reminds us of the power we hold over our own health, and how we can get back in the driver’s seat at any age or life-stage.

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Finding Play in Pleasure with Dr. Rachel Allyn

Tue, 30 May 2023 13:29:00 -0000

Our relationship with our body is one of, if not the most important relationships in our lives. At Sakara we believe that deepening our body intelligence is key to well-being—which is why we’re so excited to speak with today’s guest, Dr. Rachel Allyn. As an author, TEDx speaker, and holistic somatic psychologist, Dr. Allyn’s work hinges on the study of body wisdom. She focuses on taking pressure off the mind to foster a deeper connection with our bodies, working with patients to hone their “bodyfulness”—her term for expanding our mindfulness to incorporate our physical bodies. By integrating movement into her practice, she helps them unlearn and release long-held stigmas and shame about their bodies and their pleasure, allowing them to access greater satisfaction and joy—both in their physical relationships with themselves, and their intimate relationships with others.

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Becoming Who We Were Meant To Be with Peter Crone

Wed, 03 May 2023 13:00:00 -0000

At Sakara, we believe in the intricate and sacred connection between our minds and bodies, and that the nourishment we take in includes not just what’s on our plate, but what we feed our spirits, too. In today’s episode, we’re so excited to speak with author, speaker, and internationally recognized “mind architect” Peter Crone to explore the fundamental issues that connect us through the shared human experience. In this enlightening philosophical conversation, Peter guides us through his methods for releasing toxic inner narratives; disconnecting our minds from scarcity, inadequacy, and, in doing so, achieving the ultimate gift of true freedom.

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Unlocking The Metaphysical Realm With Graham Nicholls

Wed, 19 Apr 2023 15:33:00 -0000

Is there life after death? Is there any essential soul to the human body? What is consciousness?

Today on the Sakara Life Podcast we explore possible answers to these existential queries, as we’re joined by Graham Nicholls to discuss his work around out of body experiences (OBEs) and the psychology of consciousness. An author, lecturer, and board member for the Rhine Research Center, Graham connects the dots between cutting-edge metaphysics research and his own personal history with out-of-body experiences, exploring how they can help us all reach greater levels of consciousness and spiritual fulfillment. In this cerebral conversation, Graham shows us how this deeper level of consciousness can impact the way we move through the world and understand our connection to the greater universe.

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Blurring the Lines Between Neuroscience and Spirit with Dr. Daniel Z. Lieberman

Tue, 04 Apr 2023 07:30:00 -0000

Here at Sakara, we're forever exploring the connections between our brains and bodies, and the role our minds and habits play in creating the lives we want to live. In this episode, we're joined by the renowned psychologist and author Dr. Daniel Z. Lieberman to discuss his books, The Molecule of More and Spellbound: Modern Science, Ancient Magic and the Hidden Potential of the Unconscious Mind, and his work exploring the neurochemical dopamine's impact on our mental health. In this fascinating conversation, Dr. Lieberman unpacks the ways in which this powerful hormone is often misunderstood, diving into both its light and shadow sides—and how it can help us manifest our future. Together we examine the difference between our conscious and unconscious mind, and the phenomenon of transcendence, the power of faith, and the limits that blur the line between science and spirit.

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Finding The Path to Freedom with Dr. Gabor Mate

Tue, 21 Mar 2023 07:30:00 -0000

On today’s episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with bestselling author and world renowned speaker, Dr. Gabor Maté. An expert in trauma and addiction, Dr. Mate illuminates the vastly overlooked connection between trauma, stress, and disease that research has proven time and time again. In a quest to better understand ourselves and our behaviors, we take a glimpse at our founder, Danielle Duboise’s own childhood as an example of understanding and relating to the trauma and coping mechanisms that we learn as children– and how they carry into adulthood. We also explore the real impacts of what Dr. Mate calls a “toxic culture” on our overall long-term health, and the tools we can use to move towards finding our true selves while healing from suffering.

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Honoring Your Truth with Bella Hadid and Jen Batchelor of Kin Euphorics

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 08:30:00 -0000

Today we're joined for the first time by two fellow entrepreneurs, who are pioneers of one of the fastest-growing markets in health and wellness today. Jen Bachelor and Bella Hadid are the co-founders of Kin Euphorics, a company rooted in Ayurvedic medicine, crafting functional adult beverages designed to offer an entourage effect using natural ingredients that nourish the mind and body. We connect with Bella and Jen about what it’s like being female co-founders in the world of wellness, and the shared ethos that drew us to one another. We then explore the idea of the “reckoning”, where Bella and Jen open up about their own personal transformation stories, and the pivotal moments that left each of them with no choice but to abandon any long-held beliefs or social pressures in search of the tools and rituals that would ultimately bring them together in pursuit of nourishing their bodies, minds, and spirits from the inside out.

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The Truth Behind The History of Fast Food

Tue, 07 Feb 2023 15:25:00 -0000

In today’s episode, we’re joined by scholar, national speaker, professor, and author of the Pulitzer prize winning book Franchise: The Golden Arches in Black America, Dr. Marcia Chatelain. This conversation explores the societal factors that have led to the rise of the fast food industry over the last 50 years—and the misconceptions many have about why communities rely on fast and convenience foods. We also dive into the more intimate side of what food means on an individual level, discussing the true meaning of generational wealth, and what a legacy of values, knowledge, and education around our global food systems could possibly look like.

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The Truth About Our Food System: Is It Medicine, or Poison? with Dr. Robert Lustig

Wed, 18 Jan 2023 14:23:00 -0000

In this episode, we are joined by esteemed pediatric neuro endocrinologist, professor, and author, Dr. Robert Lustig, to discuss the industry-disrupting research around processed foods, and how it could lead to systemic breakthroughs in how we treat and prevent many of the chronic metabolic diseases that are increasingly on the rise. We go deep into the science behind many of the topics in his new book, Metabolical, to understand the nuances behind how food either works for us or against us. This eye-opening conversation makes clear the meaning of food as medicine, and brings a critical awareness to the connection between our plate and our life-long health from childhood onward.

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Preventing Cancer Through Lifestyle Habits with Dr. Connealy

Tue, 03 Jan 2023 08:30:00 -0000

On today's episode, we are joined by the renowned Dr. Leigh Erin Connealy, who is a leader in the functional medicine space and primarily known for her work around preventing cancer through addressing patients’ lifestyle habits. We discuss how the cancer treatment landscape has been revolutionized, from treatment protocols to the research supporting the importance of lifestyle habits in relation to the development and prevention of many different diseases. Dr. Connealy shares how to take preventative action before diagnosis, and how her center, Cancer Center for Healing and Center for New Medicine, which has become the largest integrative medical clinic in North America, is designed with a patient-first approach. Her work is the perfect example of one of our Sakara values, science and spirit, and reminds us that we have so much agency when it comes to our overall health.

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Finding Our Spiritual Purpose with Marianne Williamson

Tue, 20 Dec 2022 08:30:00 -0000

In this episode, we are joined by our longtime inspiration and spiritual mentor, Marianne Williamson, to discuss her book, A Return To Love, and all the ways it’s impacted us both. Throughout this conversation, we discuss how we can all honor our inner voice in order to find true spiritual peace and guidance - regardless of religion. Marianne explains why walking in love both with ourselves (and others) is critical for us to unlock our true purpose and find fulfillment in life. This beautiful conversation serves as a reminder that living in service to others is so important for true connection and allows us to experience the divine.

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Healing the Future Generation of America Through Food with Nancy Easton and Maya Feller

Tue, 29 Nov 2022 08:30:00 -0000

In this episode, we’re joined by Nancy Easton, Founder and Executive Director of Wellness in The Schools, and Sakara Science Council Advisor and WITS Board Member, Maya Feller, to discuss the important work we are all doing to help bring proper nutrition and education to the next generation. We discuss all of the complexities of our current food system and the history behind how we got here - from our relationships with farmers, the environments we live in, and the lack of access to nutritional food (especially in schools). This conversation is extremely eye-opening around the systemic changes needed in order to make an impact on the health of our future generation and the quality of food that we all have access to. After hearing this episode, if you feel called to support WITS’ incredible mission, please head to the link below to learn more and donate: wellnessintheschools.org/donate

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Living (and Farming) with Intentionality + Reverence to Mother Earth with Molly Chester and Tyler Ranson

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 08:30:00 -0000

In this special episode, our Senior Director, Procurement and R&D, Tyler Ranson, sits down with one of the acclaimed farmers behind the hit “Big Little Farms” documentary, Molly Chester, to discuss the connection between our plate and the health of our bodies and the earth. Molly shares her family’s unique approach to farming and how they operate from a place of intentionality when it comes to how they interact with their land and ecosystem. Tyler and Molly also discuss the importance of enjoying food thoughtfully and why it’s critical for each of us to understand how the current farming landscape is impacting everything from the health of the soil, our communities, economy, and more. Ultimately, this episode will encourage you to reflect on your food choices and seek to better understand how what we consume impacts everything around us.

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Introducing: Sakara Systems with Danielle & Whitney

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 07:30:00 -0000

In celebration of our newest launch, Sakara Systems, we’re bringing you another solo episode to chat about this exciting moment that’s been over ten(!) years in the making. These systems have been such a labor of love and we’ve worked with nutritionists, doctors, and the Sakara Science Council to continue delivering transformation to each of you through food as medicine. In this episode, we’ll walk you through the 4 different Sakara Systems we created ( Metabolism, Cleanse, Performance, and Gut Health) and the why behind each, along with breaking down what reckonings mean to us here at Sakara and how we’re there to support you through every major milestone in life. If you’re interested in learning more about each system in depth, check out the link below for more information:

https://www.sakara.com/pages/nutrition-program-compare?source=GoogleSearch&gclid=CjwKCAjw5P2aBhAlEiwAAdY7dCt1Yu8obnx37CMb3KTHqVKGZSdPhOxA29avq2wAIjpmmPbkF_DDpxoCYjQQAvD_BwE

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Eating to Foster a Healthy Microbiome and Combat the Effects of Long Covid with Dr. Leo Galland

Tue, 11 Oct 2022 07:30:00 -0000

Today we’re digging into a fascinating topic that we have yet to cover on The Sakara Life Podcast: Long Covid and it’s effects on the body. We’re joined by the esteemed internist and author, Dr. Leo Galland, to discuss his latest research around covid and understand how our biology is directly correlated to our susceptibility to the virus and other diseases. He also breaks down the science behind the critical role our nutritional and lifestyle habits play in our overall health - all of which further proves that getting enough plants (and a diversity of them!) in our diets is critical to stave off disease. In a recent study that Dr. Galland sites during the episode, states that a control group eating “a low carbohydrate high protein diet, which had no added sugar but fewer vegetables and more red meat and poultry, had a risk of being sicker that was almost 4 times as high as people whose diet was described as plant based.” This episode serves as a great reminder that all of our choices around food, the relationships we have, our attitude, and more have the power to change our body on a cellular level and impact our health.

Link to references:

https://nutrition.bmj.com/content/early/2021/05/18/bmjnph-2021-000272

https://drgalland.com/pandemic-year-three-a-critical-update-leo-galland-m-d/#_edn1

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Confronting Our Trauma and Restoring Inner Peace with Gabby Bernstein

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 07:30:00 -0000

We’re joined by one of our dear friends and bestselling author, Gabby Bernstein, to discuss her latest book, Happy Days. In this conversation, she candidly shares her own battle with addiction and explains how understanding her shame allowed her to heal herself from inner trauma. We also discuss how we can each begin this journey of self work and reclaim the way we respond to trauma in order to find inner enlightenment. This moving conversation will encourage you to reflect and connect to yourself in order to find safety and security.

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How Lifestyle Choices and Parasites Impact Our Gut Health with Chris Kresser

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 07:30:00 -0000

Did you know that 60% of the calories Americans eat are from ultra-processed foods that disrupt our gut? In this episode, we sit down with NYT bestselling author and founder of Kresser Institute, Chris Kresser, to discuss how a majority of Americans’ lifestyle and nutritional choices are deeply impacting the health of their guts. Chris breaks down the role stress, sleep, and food plays in our overall health and how joy is a surprising factor that impacts our cellular biology. Chris also shares his inspiring personal health journey with us - one that started with a parasite infection and ultimately caused him to completely transform his life. He dives into the science behind parasitic infections and how we can all make choices to protect our body from harmful pathogens. Ultimately, this fascinating conversation will encourage you to reflect on your own personal lifestyle choices and make healthier changes - whether it’s eating more whole, nourishing foods or cultivating more joy in your daily life.

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Sakara Sessions Presents: The Science Behind Optimal Metabolic + Hormone Health with Dr. Taz

Thu, 18 Aug 2022 14:38:00 -0000

In our first ever live Sakara Sessions recording of The Sakara Life Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Taz and our Atlanta Sakaralites to discuss all things metabolic health. Dr. Taz is an integrative medicine physician and founder of CentreSpring MD, who has dedicated her life to helping women take control of their health. Throughout this conversation, Dr. Taz explains the connection between our lifestyle choices and metabolic health - and how men and women’s metabolisms aren’t as different as we think! We also dive into the science behind aging and how we can strategically eat to prepare our bodies for shifts in our hormones that comes with aging. This conversation will encourage you to reflect on your current lifestyle habits and make healthier choices to ensure your metabolism (and hormone health) is functioning as optimally as possible.

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Sakara Sessions Presents: Boosting Our Immunity with Dr. Robynne Chutkan

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 07:30:00 -0000

In this special episode of The Sakara Life Podcast, we’re bringing you a live, recorded Sakara Session with renowned gastroenterologist, Dr. Robynne Chutkan, where our Sakaralites were able to tune in. In this fascinating episode, we primarily discuss Dr. Chutkan’s upcoming book, The Anti-Viral Gut, (releasing this fall) and how important it is to strategically eat to optimize our gut health and strengthen our immune system. Dr. Chutkan dives into the science behind why getting a diversity of plants is the #1 thing we can do to have a healthy gut - and how many Americans (95% to be exact!) aren’t getting their daily servings of vegetables. This conversation will encourage you to consider the connection between your food, gut, and your immune system and prioritize healthier habits for longevity.

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Discovering What’s Untrue About Female Sexuality with Dr. Wednesday Martin

Tue, 03 May 2022 07:30:00 -0000

In this special episode of The Sakara Life Podcast, we’re joined by two special guests, Dr. Wednesday Martin, #1 New York Times Bestselling author and feminist cultural critic and my husband, Damion to discuss her fascinating book, Untrue. Throughout this episode, we unpack all of the societal and cultural factors that have impacted our notions around sexuality and gender - particularly in relation to women. We also discuss how women have inherently been taught their sexuality is less than men and debate whether or not humans (but more specifically women), are meant to be in monogamous relationships. This conversation is so thought-provoking and will encourage you to consider your own experience within the notion of gender and social constructs - and how this inherently impacts our desires and sexual experiences.

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Examining Our Food + Farming System with Dr. Liz Carlisle

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 12:35:00 -0000

In this episode, we sit down with country singer-turned-environmentalist, Dr. Liz Carlisle, who is also an Assistant Professor at UCSB and author of multiple books (including her latest, Healing Grounds). Throughout this episode, we discuss how soil is the foundation for the health of our ecosystem and nutritional value of food - and how we need to make changes to our farming practices for true change. We discuss all of the intricacies of the food and farming systems and how all of the inputs impact what winds up on our plate. Dr. Carlisle champions the notion that for true change - we need to reverence for the earth, the soil, and one another. We hope you find this episode as informative as we did and that it encourages you to more carefully consider the impacts of your choices when it comes to food and interacting with one another and the environment.

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Uncovering Our Sexual Empowerment and Desires with Hani Avital

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 07:30:00 -0000

In this episode, we are joined for a second time on the podcast by our dear friend, Hani Avital, who is also a clinical sexologist and certified sex coach. We discuss how each of us can uncover our sexuality and deepen our connection to ourselves (and partners) through establishing boundaries and listening to our inner desires. Hani also explains the importance of prioritizing our relationship to self and how exploring our own definition of sexual empowerment will truly help us unlock our sexual freedom. To end this juicy episode, Hani answers all of our Sakaralites' burning questions around sex, desire, and how we can all tap into our sexual current!

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Eating To Beat Disease with Dr. William Li

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 07:30:00 -0000

Did you know that every time we sit down to eat a meal, our nutritional choices have the power to make a lasting impact on our health and our body’s ability to fight off disease? If not, this episode is for you! We are joined by the brilliant Dr. William Li, who is a member of Sakara’s Science Council and is a renowned scientist and author. In this episode, we discuss his book, Eat To Beat Disease, and the connection between our plate and our body’s health. He outlines our 5 different defense systems and how we can eat strategically to make these as strong as possible. We also discuss some of our favorite superfoods (including coffee!) and the role they play in staving off cancer and ensuring optimal health.

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Uncovering Our True Potential Through Psychological Astrology with Dr. Jennifer Freed

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 08:30:23 -0000

In this episode, we sit down with bestselling author and psychological astrologer, Dr. Jennifer Freed, to discuss the intersection between psychology and astrology, and how we can use both to live a fully expressed life. She also explains how we can each use our personal birth charts to become more in tune with who we are and use this as a tool to help us reach our full potential. Dr. Freed does a deep dive into Danielle’s birth chart and explains how each of the pieces work together to form “lesson plans” for us to continue evolving and growing. Ultimately, this episode will encourage you to consider the intersection of psychology and astrology and become more in tune with your place in the universe.

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The Impacts of Glyphosate with Stephanie Seneff

Tue, 15 Feb 2022 14:12:45 -0000

In this episode, we sit down with Senior Research Scientist at MIT, Stephanie Seneff, to discuss her latest book, Toxic Legacy, and unpack how glyphosate impacts our environment and bodies. Stephanie explains how the use of glyphosate touches almost every aspect of our life - from our food systems to the rise in disease. She makes a compelling case as to why we should all prioritize making conscious choices when it comes to our consumption and nutritional habits. Throughout this episode, you’ll learn the real reason eating organic matters and how eating your sulfur-rich veggies can be the key to transforming your health!

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The Art of Conscious Parenting with Dr. Becky Kennedy

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 08:05:00 -0000

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Becky Kennedy, a child psychologist also known as the “Millennial Parenting Whisperer,” to discuss how to navigate the journey of parenting. Throughout this insightful conversation, she walks us through the importance of fostering children’s “emotional microbiomes” to learn to handle frustration and challenges, while feeling seen and supported. Dr. Becky also provides useful tips that can help all of our relationships be as healthy as possible - whether with our children, partner, or friends. Ultimately, this conversation will remind you to operate from a place of empathy in relationships and be more cognizant of other’s emotions in your daily interactions.

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Change Your Thoughts, Change Your Life with Dr. Joe Dispenza

Tue, 18 Jan 2022 08:00:00 -0000

In this episode, we sit down with New York Times bestselling author, Dr. Joe Dispenza to discuss the power we all possess to change our life through reframing our thoughts. His work is deeply rooted in science - combining epigenetics, neuroscience, and quantum physics - to explain how changing our thoughts can change us on a cellular level, thus creating a new reality and sense of self. We also discuss the power that we gain through becoming conscious of our unconscious programs and how this can create lasting and profound change. This insightful conversation with Dr. Dispenza will encourage you to lean into discomfort and reprogram your thoughts in order to transform your life for the better.

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Uncovering Our Essence Through Sacred Sexuality with Stefanos Sifandos

Tue, 04 Jan 2022 08:00:00 -0000

In this episode, we sit down with Stef Sifandos, a trained educator and relationship expert, to discuss the importance of inner work and how this can lead us all to live a more fulfilled life. Stef also walks us through the concept of sacred sexuality and how living authentically plays a crucial role in the success and health of our romantic relationships. This juicy conversation will not only encourage you to re-evaluate your relationship with yourself, but encourage you to re-ignite your sex life and connection to others in the world through this concept of sacred sexuality.

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The Gut-Immune Connection with Dr. Emeran Mayer

Tue, 14 Dec 2021 21:28:00 -0000

In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Emeran Mayer to discuss his latest book, Gut-Immune, and dive into the science behind the gut-brain connection and how this directly impacts all aspects of our overall health. We also dive into his One Health Model Concept, which is centered around total environmental health and prioritizes the connection between our plants, the soil, and human health. This fascinating conversation will remind you that every single thing in our environment is connected and how all of our choices not only impact the future of our earth, but our health. And, in order to create true change, we must begin to understand how our sourcing practices, the food we eat, and the products that we buy have lasting impacts.

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The Full Body Yes with Scott Shute

Tue, 30 Nov 2021 08:00:00 -0000

In this episode, we sit down with author and former Head of Mindfulness and Compassion Programs at LinkedIn, Scott Shute, to discuss his bestselling book, The Full Body Yes: Change Your Work and Your World from the Inside Out. We discuss the important connection between compassion and success - and how we can all reach our true potential through mindfulness and meditation. Committed to helping others live a more balanced life, Scott reminds us all that human connection and caring for others is essential to individual fulfillment and happiness. Ultimately, this episode will encourage you to examine your own daily practices and interactions with those around you to reconsider the role connection to one another plays for the greater good.

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Motherhood on Your Own Terms with Angela Garbes

Tue, 09 Nov 2021 08:05:00 -0000

Becoming mothers ourselves has transformed our lives in the best ways possible. That being said, it’s a complex and exhausting journey that we never feel prepared enough for - filled with constant surprises and lessons. In this episode, we’re joined by the incredible Angela Garbes, author of Like a Mother, to discuss what it means to be a mother in today’s world, the need for more maternal resources, and how profound the shift from maiden to mother is. Angela shares her refreshingly candid attitude about motherhood and the societal expectations that come with it, along with her quest to remain true to her inner being once she became a mother. This beautifully honest conversation serves as a reminder to show ourselves more grace throughout this journey and trusting our innate wisdom always.

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The Body is Not an Apology with Sonya Renee Taylor

Tue, 26 Oct 2021 07:00:00 -0000

In this incredibly powerful episode, we are joined by Sonya Renee Taylor, author, founder, and Radical Executive Officer of The Body Is Not an Apology - a movement that focuses on self love and body empowerment. We discuss how we can live more fulfilled and empowered lives by challenging engrained societal narratives around beauty and worthiness. In doing so, Sonya reminds us that we can unlock our full power and create a more equitable, compassionate planet. This episode serves as an incredible reminder of the power of self love and how each of us must actively practice it - radically - every single day in order to experience true happiness and freedom.

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The Future of Maternal Care with Dr. Neel Shah

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 07:15:00 -0000

In this episode, we’re joined by the Chief Medical Officer of Maven Clinics, Dr. Neel Shah, to discuss his work in the birth equity space. We examine the importance of feeling empowered during birth and how every birthing person deserves the right to feel safe and supported during their journey regardless of their socioeconomic circumstances. Dr. Shah’s work has been dedicated to giving people the tools to grow their family with dignity and throughout this episode, he explains the role that gender inequality, geographic inequity, racism, and generational inequity plays in this experience. This conversation provides an honest look at our maternal healthcare system in the last 20 years and discusses what needs to be done on an institutional level to change this system and its outcomes for the better.

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Girlhood: Growing Up Female with Melissa Febos

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 07:00:00 -0000

In this episode, we sit down with former dominatrix and critically acclaimed author Melissa Febos to discuss her book Girlhood - which is both a memoir and an inquiry on growing up female in today’s society. We discuss the seemingly overnight shift that occurs when girls hit puberty and what’s expected of them in terms of their sexuality, power dynamics with men, and beauty standards. This conversation felt therapeutic, as it encouraged us to reflect on how societal norms have shaped our own experience in terms of how we view our bodies, our worth, and relationships with others. This emotional conversation will encourage you to recognize your worth beyond your gender and step into your individual power.

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The Science Behind Good Sleep with Dr. Shelby Harris

Tue, 14 Sep 2021 07:00:00 -0000

As part of our Sleeping with Sakara program, we’re joined by sleep psychologist and author, Dr. Shelby Harris, to discuss all things sleep. In this incredibly informative episode, Dr. Shelby dives into what makes a good night sleep and how we can all work on improving our sleep hygiene, which inherently improves our overall quality of life. We also discuss the intersection of nutrition and sleep and how all of our lifestyle habits deeply impact our ability to get a great night’s sleep. Ultimately, this episode will encourage you to evaluate your own sleep habits and establish a consistent bedtime routine to feel your best.

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Enriching Urban Communities through Gardening with Ron Finley

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 07:00:00 -0000

In one of our favorite episodes yet, we sit down with Ron Finley, self-proclaimed “Gangsta Gardener”, to discuss his incredible work in turning food deserts into “food forests”, through urban farming via The Ron Finley Project. In this conversation, we discuss how access to healthy food is a fundamental human right and how individuals can make small steps to change our own health, as well as the health of the planet. Ron’s moving message will inspire you to re-think about how you interact with nature in order to live a more beautiful and harmonious life.

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Ask Us Anything with Danielle and Whitney

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 07:15:00 -0000

In our first episode of The Sakara Life Podcast Season 3 (!), we reunite in our hometown of Sedona, Arizona to answer all of your burning questions. We receive countless DMs everyday and in celebration of the community we’ve built, we wanted to dedicate this episode to getting back to the Sakara Life basics. Throughout the episode we discuss the founding principles of our Nutrition Program, dive into why all fiber isn’t created equal, and much more! We hope you enjoy this episode and stay tuned for our best season yet!

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Sustainability and the Future of Farming with Jim Livengood

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 07:00:00 -0000

In this episode, we sit down with Sakara farm partner and co-founder of Radicle Farms, Jim Livengood, to discuss the important connection between farming and the food on our plate. Jim walks us through various farming practices and explains the direct impact each has on our environment and future. He also dives into the true meaning of eating organic and why it’s important for consumers to consider how our food is sourced. In sharing his inspiring farming ethos through his work at Radicle Farms, this conversation will encourage you to further evaluate where your food comes from and understand the lasting impact the choices you make as a consumer has on our planet.

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Creating Your Dream Life with Jessie De Lowe

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 07:00:00 -0000

In this episode, we sit down with Jessie De Lowe, co-founder of How You Glow and manifestation coach, to discuss the true meaning of manifestation and how the thoughts we think have the power to create our reality. She also explains how we can all hone our energy to make a positive change in our world and uncover our soul’s purpose for achieving lasting fulfillment. Throughout this conversation, we are reminded that in order to continue to grow and shift our reality, we must be radically honest with ourselves.

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Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals and Their Lasting Impact with Dr. Leonardo Trasande

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 07:30:00 -0000

In this fascinating episode, we are joined by Dr. Leonardo Trasande to discuss the role toxic chemicals play in our health and economy. Dr. Trasande is the Director of the Division of Environmental Pediatrics at NYU School of Medicine and the author of Sicker, Fatter, Poorer. Throughout this conversation, he breaks down what endocrine disrupting chemicals are, where they can be found, and how they impact everything from our brain development, metabolic function, and more. Dr. Trasande also explains how our failure to enact safer, stricter policies is not only costing us incredible amounts of money, but significantly increasing our disease and disability rates in the US. Ultimately, this conversation will encourage you to re-examine the products you’re using on a daily basis and empower you to make small, healthier changes (like eating organic) that can support the well-being of you and your household.

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The Power of Purpose-Driven Business with John Replogle

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 14:12:00 -0000

In this episode, we sit down with Sakara’s Board Chair, John Replogle, to discuss what it means to be a mission-driven company and how businesses can be powerful change-agents. We share Sakara’s mission and values, and discuss the pivotal role they play in everything we do as a company. John also explains why it’s important for each of us to live a mission-driven life and how we can individually have an impact on the planet. This inspiring conversation will encourage you to not only become a more conscious consumer, but also to find your personal mission and purpose for being here on earth. We wrap up the episode discussing what makes a good leader and why having a growth mindset is critical to our personal and professional success.

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Hormonal Intelligence and Healing From Within with Dr. Aviva Romm

Tue, 25 May 2021 07:30:00 -0000

In this episode, we bring Sakara’s Science & Advisory Council member, Dr. Aviva Romm, back onto the podcast to discuss her latest book, Hormone Intelligence. We discuss what hormones are and how they act as chemical messengers to unveil the overall health of our body, as they impact everything from our weight, mood, sleep, and more. Dr. Aviva also breaks down the importance of cultivating body and hormone intelligence to begin the journey of self-healing through our nutrition and lifestyle choices. Ultimately, this informative conversation will encourage you to evaluate your inputs, tune into your body, and achieve total wellbeing.

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Fertility & Our Bodies Innate Wisdom with Aimee Raupp

Tue, 18 May 2021 07:30:00 -0000

In this episode, we sit down with bestselling author and fertility expert, Aimee Raupp, to discuss all things fertility and how we can all achieve optimal health, whether we’re actively looking to conceive or simply want to feel our best. We discuss how important it is for us to foster a healthy environment for our bodies, from the foods we eat, the thoughts we think, and the people we surround ourselves with. Aimee also explains how important it is for each of us to listen to our bodies and honor it’s innate wisdom, trusting that our spirit, timing, and nature will bring forth the miracle of conception. This emotional episode serves as a reminder that it’s so important to sit in the driver’s seat of our health and remember how strongly our emotions impact our total body health.

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Uncovering Our Soul’s Purpose with Ainslie Macleod

Tue, 04 May 2021 07:30:00 -0000

In one of our most fascinating episodes yet, I sit down with past life psychic, spiritual teacher, and bestselling author, Ainslie Macleod. Ainslie knew he had a rare gift when he was able to predict the next song on the radio or article in next week’s newspaper. He uses his talents to help people discover their life’s purpose -- something he says we all inherently know, he just simply provides a little extra guidance and validation. The process he facilitates is tapping into past lives and connecting with spirit guides. I was shocked when Ainslie revealed Danielle and I’s dramatic past lives and how it has informed our current life, personality, and purpose. Approach this episode with an open mind and you too can find out the secret to finding your soul’s purpose here on earth.

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Making Fiber Sexy with Dr. Will Bulsiewicz

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 07:30:00 -0000

In this episode, we welcomed one of our favorite world-renowned gastroenterologists and best-selling authors, Dr. Will Bulsiewicz, to discuss the connection between the food we eat and our gut health. He shares his personal health journey and, in line with the Sakara philosophy, he believes in a fibrous and plant-rich diet and breaks down how crucial it is to our overall health. Dr. Bulsiewicz also explains the science behind why all fiber is not created equal and the role feeding our microbes fiber plays in transforming our gut health. He advocates for intuitively eating nourishing, healing foods rather than restricting and dieting. This episode will encourage you to create healthier lifestyle habits such as introducing a greater variety of plants into your diet, exercising, and eating foods that make you feel joyful.

Dr. Bulsiewicz is also the creator of the Plant Fed Gut online course, which is a 7-week educational course to help give people the tools to reverse gut dysbiosis. If you’re interested in learning more about his work, you can sign up for his course here.

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The Clean Beauty Frontier with Gregg Renfrew

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 07:30:00 -0000

In this episode, I sit down with Beautycounter’s CEO and founder, Gregg Renfrew to discuss her incredible work as a pioneer of the clean beauty movement and her advocacy work on Capitol Hill. We chat about the need for transparency in the beauty (and food) industry and how so many of the products used on a daily basis contain harmful, endocrine-disrupting ingredients. Gregg shares her “never” list as well as which products are “okay” to use even if they’re not the cleanest. We also talk about the incredible mission behind Beautycounter and her advocacy work, along with some useful tips for women who are aspiring entrepreneurs. This episode will inspire you to not only re-evaluate the products you're using in your daily life, but encourage you to find your purpose in life whether it’s in starting your own company or finding your personal mission and purpose in this world.

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Bravely Forging Your Own Path with Cleo Wade

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 07:30:00 -0000

In this episode, we sit down with bestselling author, poet, and activist Cleo Wade to discuss the inspiration behind her new children’s book, What The Road Said. We discuss how it reminds us all to embrace the journey of life and trust ourselves along the way. We explore the notion of self-care and self-love, and how they deeply impacts the way we show up in the world each day. This conversation will inspire you to examine your own notions of self-love, embolden you to use your voice, and bravely forge your own path in life. When you invest in your relationship with yourself it deepens your connection to others and reveals your purpose here on Earth.

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The Pressure To Be Perfect with Dr. Sasha Heinz

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 08:30:00 -0000

Have you ever found yourself saying, ‘if I do this, then I will be that?’ Dr. Sasha Heinz calls this the ‘perfection project’ that many of us experience on the never ending journey to chasing ‘happiness.’ Women especially tend to put a lid on our desires and appetite for life which disconnects us from our true wanting. In this episode, I dig deep with Dr. Heinz to reveal the root cause of this habit, how to break the cycle, and figure out what our souls are yearning for to live a more fulfilled life without judgement. As a developmental psychologist with a Masters in applied Positive Psychology, Dr. Heinz is a true expert on this topic with an extremely approachable authenticity, and telling her personal story was so powerful it brought me to tears. Join us in this candid conversation around a taboo topic that will uplift and inspire you.

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Ancient Medicine & Spirituality with Dr. Josh Axe

Tue, 23 Feb 2021 08:30:00 -0000

In this informative episode, I sit down with Dr. Josh Axe, bestselling author and functional medicine doctor, to discuss the role ancient remedies play in achieving total body healing. We discuss the importance of superfoods and herbs, and how incorporating them into our diets can heal various imbalances, particularly with the skin and the gut. Our conversation takes an unexpected turn from nutrition and physical health, to discussing how our relationship to God/Spirit and how the energy we radiate can deeply impact our wellbeing. This episode will not only encourage you to eat the rainbow and incorporate more superfoods into your diet, but encourage you to re-examine your connection to a higher power. And, as Dr. Axe mentions, one of the most transformational things we can do for our healing is to radiate love and positivity into the world.

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Unlocking Our Sexual Pleasure with Kiana Reeves

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 08:30:00 -0000

In this episode, I sit down with sex educator and Foria’s Chief Brand Officer, Kiana Reeves, for an intimate conversation around the meaning of libido-- and of good sex. Kiana shares some of her top, juicy tips for ultimate self-pleasure and breaks down how we can all become more comfortable in our bodies, emotionally and physically, during sex. We discuss how pleasure, intimacy, and connection are all interconnected and how we can use it as part of an ever-expanding experience of one-ness (whether partnered or solo). This episode will encourage you to evaluate your own sex life and the things that could be holding you back from finding your highest form of pleasure.

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Claiming Your Sexual Power with Jaiya Ma

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 08:30:00 -0000

We welcome world-famous sexologist and author, Jaiya Ma, for a juicy, honest conversation around sexual wellness. Jaiya has made it her life mission to raise consciousness about pleasure and sexuality on this earth and give people the tools to uncover their sexual power. She candidly shares her own sexual awakening and how she came to reclaim her view of sex and herself despite ingrained narratives in society. Want to unlock your most vibrant sex life? Jaiya takes you through her Erotic Blueprint quiz to help you reveal your true sexual desires.This thought-provoking episode, prompts us all to re-evaluate our belief systems that are holding us back from pleasure and examine the layers of what each of us has been conditioned and taught about our sexuality by society.

If you’re interested in learning more about your own sexual desires, head to the link below to take Jaiya’s Erotic Blueprint Quiz. This quiz is designed to help us all feel empowered in our sexuality and have the tools to tap into our power and potential.

https://s.surveyanyplace.com/eroticblueprint%20

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Recharging Your Libido with Dr. Jill Blakeway

Tue, 02 Feb 2021 08:30:00 -0000

What is an acupuncturist/energy healer doing talking about sex? Dr. Jill Blakeway, who I had the pleasure of working with on my fertility journey, says that our libido is life energy. Today we’re discussing her book Sex Again, which she wrote to help her patients get back to sex, but from the perspective of what sex is or can do for you energetically. She explains that sex can be used as a tool for us all to experience enlightenment, to tap into the collective consciousness— and feel oneness with the world. Whether you’re looking to reconnect to your sexuality with yourself or a partner, she provides us with actionable (and fun!) tips for reigniting our inner flame. We also discuss what it really means to be “sexy” and how it all starts with self-acceptance and releasing the ego. This episode will encourage you to examine your sexuality and reclaim your connectedness to self and the world.

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Empowered Birth with Dr. Aviva Romm MD

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 08:30:00 -0000

As a new mother, we could not be more excited to talk all things pregnancy with Dr. Aviva Romm, Yale-trained MD, midwife, Sakara Council member, and someone Danielle and I use as a trusted resource for questions on motherhood both for Sakara and personally. She was the one who I picked up the phone and called when I had a miscarriage, when I was struggling with fertility, and then finally when I was 41 weeks pregnant and trying to get labor going. She has imparted so much wisdom with us throughout our fertility and pregnancy journeys and today we get to share that knowledge with all of you! Aviva has been working with women for over 35 years but last year during COVID her focus shifted, creating the #Ideservebirthsupport movement, in which she offers a free pregnancy support course already helping over 9,000 women! On today’s podcast we discuss how important it is to understand the array of options during pregnancy and birth and just how crucial it is to have a support circle. For any woman on their motherhood journey, this candid and beautiful episode will provide you with some helpful tools for how to nourish your body throughout all stages and ensure optimal health for you and baby. Aviva imparts actionable tips that will allow you to feel empowered throughout your journey into pregnancy and beyond.

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Food is Love with LaRayia Gaston

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 08:30:00 -0000

In this episode, we sit down with Lunch on Me founder and bestselling author, LaRayia Gaston, to learn more about her incredible mission of ending starvation and providing opportunities to enrich the mind, body, and spirit of LA’s homeless community. Gaston’s work focuses on giving everyone access to whole, clean food and showing us all the importance of living in gratitude through helping others. Sakara has had the privilege of partnering with Lunch on Me and donating meals for several years to support LaRayia’s incredible work for the community. She reminds us all that food is a catalyst for love and that all human beings should have access to nourishing foods as it impacts our mind, body, and soul. This incredibly moving episode will encourage you to reflect on how you show up in the world everyday and re-examine your happiness, purpose, and connection to others.

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Transforming Our Reality with Ally Bogard

Tue, 05 Jan 2021 08:30:00 -0000

In this episode, we sit down with Ally Bogard, spiritual guru and yoga teacher, who is also the co-creator of Upwards.gold, Gaiatri Yoga Teacher Training, and Sound Mind Meditation. Ally has been a close, personal friend of Danielle and Whitney for many years and throughout this episode, they intimately discuss the importance of re-evaluating ingrained narratives and how reframing internal thoughts changes our reality. Ally advocates for us all to recognize and release negative patterns in our life to achieve great transformation and self growth. She describes the magic of a broken heart and how we can achieve personal growth through struggle. Ally candidly shares her experience in uncovering her true self, and provides insight as to how we can do the same: by honoring our pain and past experiences. It’s through these moments of struggle that we grow the most, transforming into our best selves. This episode will encourage you to re-evaluate your own narratives and reclaim your sense of self.

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The Secrets to Radiant Skin with Dr. Murad & Whitney Tingle

Tue, 22 Dec 2020 08:30:00 -0000

In this episode, we sit down with the father of modern wellness and celebrity dermatologist, Dr. Howard Murad. Founder of cult-favorite skincare line, Murad Skincare, Dr. Murad has been treating patients for over 30 years using his unique total body approach to healing the skin. Throughout this episode he explains his journey to building a skincare empire and the connection between skin and inner health. He also shares his famous water secret with us, which breaks down the importance of hydrating our skin with what we drink and eat.

In the second half of this episode, Whitney candidly shares her lifelong skin journey and struggles with acne. She details all of the various treatments she tried in an effort to cure her acne from: lasers, topicals, accutane, and more - with the hopes of one day achieving clear skin. It wasn't until she changed her nutrition and lifestyle habits that her skin and gut health completely transformed. Dr. Murad’s teachings & approach to skin was an inspiration to Whitney throughout her journey and led her to primarily focus on “eating her water.” Whitney experienced such a profound transformation with her skin and overall health from Dr. Murad’s teaching that it became one of Sakara’s 9 Pillars of Nutrition, which were created to set the foundation for total wellbeing.

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The Healing Powers of Community with Vanessa Cornell

Tue, 08 Dec 2020 08:30:00 -0000

NUSHU Founder Vanessa Cornell is on a mission to repopularize the age-old tradition of women’s circles. By coming together in a group committed to safety and non-judgement, we can create space for powerful co-healing. In participating in these groups, it allows us all to experience the healing power of human connection and examine our own sense of self in the world. Throughout this episode, we discuss the importance of holding space for others and ourselves and what it means to rely on community. Vanessa explains why listening actively to others is important and how we can all experience transformation and personal growth through listening and sharing. She also breaks down why creating boundaries with ourselves and others is important and how healing through sharing our personal truths can be the most freeing act of self-love. Though we aren't able to gather in groups at this time, as Vanessa explains, human connection is more critical than ever. It’s so important that we remain committed to being there and showing grace to our loved ones and ourselves.

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The Science of Healthy Aging with Dr. Frank Lipman

Tue, 24 Nov 2020 08:30:00 -0000

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Frank Lipman, Functional Medicine doctor who incorporates western and eastern medicine into his work. He explains the connection between inflammation and aging and breaks down the difference between healthy and unhealthy aging. Dr. Lipman warns of the harm in fad diets and advocates for eating close to nature and staying away from processed foods. Throughout the episode, we also discuss the role movement, proper nutrition, and meditation plays in improving our health span and overall wellbeing and, he explains that ultimately health, vitality, and aging are all linked to our level of fulfillment, contentment, and happiness.

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Fair Play in Parenting with Eve Rodsky

Tue, 17 Nov 2020 08:30:00 -0000

In this episode, we sit down with Harvard-trained lawyer, Eve Rodsky, who left her corporate job to become a mother. During this transition, she struggled handling familial responsibilities and was carrying an invisible workload that left her feeling overwhelmed and underappreciated. Eve advocates for the importance of being vocal and making these unseen responsibilities visible, in order to achieve balance in the home and with our partners. She shares her refreshingly candid and honest experiences with juggling parenting, feeling the pressure to do it all, and maintaining her sense of self amidst it all. She has dedicated her life to helping families put organizational home structures in place and understand the value of communication as a practice. She is the author of Fair Play, that speaks to the invisible workload many women have in their households and how through communication and compromise, they can reclaim their value. Eve provides actionable tips on how to achieve some form of work-life balance and discusses the importance of self-care and giving ourselves permission to put our needs first.

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Navigating Motherhood and our Sense of Self with Suzannah Neufeld

Tue, 10 Nov 2020 08:30:00 -0000

In this episode, we sit down with psychotherapist, Suzannah Neufeld, to discuss the various issues the majority of women struggle with when it comes to the relationship to our bodies, societal and parenting pressures, and more. Much of her work focuses on helping women find their footing during the early days of motherhood and beyond. Throughout this episode, we discuss the prevalence of eating disorders in women, specifically mothers, and the intersection between the two. Suzannah also speaks candidly about the harms of performative parenting and how we all need to treat ourselves with grace and give ourselves permission to take time for ourselves. She reminds us that pregnancy is a time of great transformation (from our hormones, to our body, to our relationships) and how important it is to realize each of our journeys can look different. She also shares some practical tips with Danielle & Whitney for how they can continue to maintain their mental and spiritual health as they embark on their motherhood journeys.

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Pregnancy and Motherhood with Danielle & Whitney

Tue, 27 Oct 2020 11:56:00 -0000

In this episode, Danielle and Whitney get personal in discussing all things pregnancy and motherhood. They discuss their experience in transitioning from maiden to mother and all the emotions that come with this profound life change. Danielle and Whitney share their moving and honest experiences of pregnancy, loss, feeling empowered in their bodies, while also discussing the role nutrition played in preparing them for their conceiving, pregnancy, and postpartum journeys.

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The Connection Between Your Brain and Your Plate with Dr. Uma Naidoo

Tue, 20 Oct 2020 07:00:00 -0000

In this episode, we sit down with Harvard-trained psychiatrist and chef, Dr. Uma Naidoo, to discuss the direct connection between the foods we eat and how we feel both mentally and physically. Her nutrition-first approach when it comes to psychology and treating her patients advocates for us all to re-evaluate our lifestyle and nutrition choices and understand the impacts they have on our body. Her new book, This is Your Brain on Food, breaks down how food not only impacts our mental health, but can be used as a tool to combat a variety of health issues such as: depression, anxiety, OCD and more. Dr. Uma’s work advocates for us all to realize the importance of eating and living intuitively to ensure we’re providing our bodies with the correct inputs to look and feel our best.Throughout this episode, we discuss some actionable steps we can all take to evaluate our wellbeing and how to achieve a sense of balance when it comes to our lifestyle and nutrition choices.

If you’re able, please donate to Every Mother Counts. This is a non-profit that is dedicated to serving the needs of pregnant and postpartum women all over the world and ensuring that all women have equitable maternal care. To learn more and donate, please visit https://everymothercounts.org.

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The Power of Real Food with Mark Bittman & Sakara’s Chef Tyler

Tue, 06 Oct 2020 07:30:00 -0000

In this special two-guest episode, we chat with NY Times Bestselling author and chef Mark Bittman as he recounts his journey from restaurant critic and foodie to food policy advocate. We discuss the importance of knowing where your food comes from, along with the harmful impacts processed food plays in our overall health, and the hope for an increase in transparent, sustainable food practices in the future. Whether you’re a novice chef or avid cooker, Bittman reminds us that cooking is approachable and above all, a way to get creative and have fun. We also sit down with Sakara’s Culinary Director, Tyler Ranson, who gives us a sneak peek into the magic behind the delicious and nutritious meals that are created in the Sakara kitchen.

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Autoimmune Disorders and Cellular Nutrition with Dr. Terry Wahls

Tue, 22 Sep 2020 07:30:00 -0000

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Terry Wahls to discuss the power of food as medicine and her personal journey of healing from multiple sclerosis through diet and lifestyle changes. Her own dramatic transformation from being wheelchair-bound to thriving inspired her to dedicate her life to helping people understand the role food plays in chronic and auto-immune diseases, such as MS. Dr. Wahls has over 30 years in private practice, is a professor of Medicine at the University of Iowa, the author of The Wahls Protocol, and the catalyst behind ground-breaking clinical trials that study the effects of nutrition and lifestyle changes on chronic diseases.

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Healing the Soul with Dr. Mariel

Tue, 08 Sep 2020 07:30:00 -0000

In this episode, we sit down with Columbia-trained psychologist, Dr. Mariel Buqué, to talk about the mind-body connection and the role our soul plays in our overall well being. Dr. Mariel provides useful tools for how we can each reprogram our negative thoughts and patterns to achieve total body symbiosis. Throughout this episode, we also explore how we can be active agents in our own healing processes and discuss the importance of establishing a self-care routine to cultivate a healthy state of mind.

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Living the Sakara Life with Danielle & Whitney

Tue, 25 Aug 2020 07:30:00 -0000

Another special solo (duo) episode where we dive into what it truly means to LIVE THE SAKARA LIFE. We’re sharing our secrets on everything we’ve learned during our wellness journeys from the basic necessities you need for radiant health and vitality to the toxic items that sneak into your pantry or fridge, and the clean products we can’t live without. Our goal is to fuel you with the knowledge needed so you feel empowered to sit in the driver’s seat of your health and make smart choices about the things you put in, on and around you. We believe you deserve to feel amazing -- so are you ready to harness the power to turn your thoughts into things and your dreams into reality? Let your transformation begin today.

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Tapping into Nature to Unlock our True Radiance with Nadine Artemis

Tue, 11 Aug 2020 12:32:00 -0000

The beautiful Nadine Artemis, creator of Living Libations, a luxury line of organic wild-crafted serums, elixirs, and essential oils, joins us to discuss the life forces of Nature in reviving the body, skin, and soul to tap into our natural radiance. Her curiosity of healthy living at a young age led her to research not only the dangers of processed foods, but also processed skincare. Like Sakara, she believes that what we put in, on and around our bodies really matters. Best of all, she shares her skin secrets, from products to routine, and how to harness the power of plants (and sun) for all your skincare troubles!

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End Unnecessary Hormonal Suffering with Alisa Vitti

Tue, 28 Jul 2020 04:01:00 -0000

Alisa Vitti is the best-selling author of WomanCode and known to many as “The Hormone Queen”. Today, we talk about how nourishment is the key to your well-being, and how taking the initiative to really get to know how women’s bodies are uniquely different is the first step in ending hormonal suffering.

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Connecting to Your Connecting to Your Inner Voice and Spirit Guides with Shaman Durek

Tue, 14 Jul 2020 07:30:00 -0000

We take this episode to another realm! A sixth generation shaman, Durek speaks his truth and guides us in a live Shamanic Session, prompting us to talk to our ego, tap into our soul and even call in our personal council members and guides. He provides a beautiful reminder that it’s actually quite simple to tap into your gifts and inner voice in order to live the life you dream of.

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The Magic of the Microbiome w/ Dr. Robynne Chutkan

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 04:01:00 -0000

From fermented foods to eating dirt, we're talking about all the ways to restore your body's healthy bacteria. Dr. Robynne Chutkan, our resident gut guru and author of Gutbliss, helps us uncover the magic of the microbiome.

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Tuning Into Our Biology with Zach Bush, MD

Tue, 19 May 2020 04:01:00 -0000

Everything on our planet is inextricably connected: from the quality of our soil to our health and connection to spirit. Dr. Zach Bush reminds us to commune with Mother Nature daily and experience her infinite vibration of truth & beauty in hopes we can experience a collective rebirth.

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Psychiatry, Psychedelics and Standing in Your Truth, with Ellen Vora, MD

Tue, 12 May 2020 04:01:00 -0000

While on an ayahuasca journey, Columbia-trained Psychiatrist Ellen Vora, MD was called to heal the mind via body & spirit through a holistic approach. Dr. Vora implores us to feel all of our feelings and stand in our truth in order to begin to heal.

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Becoming Your Own Healer with Mama Medicine

Tue, 05 May 2020 04:01:00 -0000

Dubbed “Fashion’s Favorite Healer” by Vogue Magazine, Deborah Hanekamp or Mama Medicine shares how she grew into her intuitive gifts, and how each of us can do the same. Learn how to tap into the potent power of love all around us and reclaim your voice.

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Finding Your Path with Danielle & Whitney

Tue, 28 Apr 2020 04:01:00 -0000

In our second solo episode, the veil is lifted, revealing the challenges and rewards of creating Sakara Life. As founders and co-CEOs, we're getting honest about the lessons we’ve learned from leaning into fear, being bold, and building a business as best friends. We share the tools that helped us face challenges with gratitude, passion and purpose. Whether you are a budding entrepreneur, aspiring Broadway star, or a busy mom on-the-go, we want to support you in finding your own unique path, of fulfilling your mission, and ultimately shining your light as bright as you can.

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Practice Your Pleasure with Hani Avital

Tue, 21 Apr 2020 04:01:00 -0000

This episode begins with orgasmic ohs and only get steamier from there. Whitney and Danielle get personal with sensuality expert and Shelaah founder Hani Avital, to bring the conversation about sex and pleasure out of the shadows.

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Dr. Robin Berzin's Take on COVID 19 and Functional Medicine 101

Tue, 14 Apr 2020 04:01:00 -0000

MD and founder of Parsley Health Dr. Robin Berzin joins us for a special episode offering a functional medicine doctor’s perspective on the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as her innovative approach to medicine that balances modern science with asking the deeper questions of healing. Learn about the effects of stress on your body, how being medicated isn’t the same as being well, and why fruits and vegetables are the best immunity supplements you can take.

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Freeing Yourself In Your Narrative with Yung Pueblo

Tue, 07 Apr 2020 04:01:00 -0000

Yung Pueblo's deep meditations teach us all how to check in to our inner peace, and ultimately declutter the chaos of our everyday lives. Starting with a little bit of unraveling, he weaves some order back into our lives, helping to change our everyday habits, find someone to heal with, and to tap into what we're really craving.

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Finding Purpose in the Planets with Susan Miller

Tue, 31 Mar 2020 04:01:00 -0000

Susan Miller dives deeper than daily horoscopes, giving us an in-depth perspective on astrology. In this special recording, she sits down with us to explain why it's important not just to show the universe your intent, but to show up for what you want.

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Surrendering to the Universe with Gabby Bernstein

Tue, 24 Mar 2020 07:06:00 -0000

Today we're talking about surrender and how it may actually help us receive all we've dreamed of with #1 New York Times best-selling author, speaker, and spirit junkie: Gabby Bernstein.

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The Well-Nourished Woman with Dr. Aviva Romm

Tue, 24 Mar 2020 07:05:00 -0000

Society has trained us to burn the candle at both ends, but Yale-trained and Sakara Medical Board Member, Dr. Aviva Romm is helping us fight the 24-hour workday and get reconnected to Mother Earth. Her insight helps us learn to trust the body, eliminate social media's compare-and-despair phenomenon, and fight the bias against women in medicine--just to name a few...

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Eat Your Medicine with Dr. Mark Hyman

Tue, 24 Mar 2020 07:04:00 -0000

Dr. Mark Hyman, Head of Strategy and Innovation of the Cleveland Clinic Center for Functional Medicine and author of Food Fix, joins us to discuss how taking care of our health is taking care of the planet, and choosing the right foods is a political act.

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Overcoming the Burnout Culture with Arianna Huffington

Tue, 24 Mar 2020 07:03:00 -0000

After collapsing from burnout-induced exhaustion, Arianna Huffington woke up to the realities of a culture that desperately needed to prioritize the recharge. Today, she's helping us understand why prioritizing our health is the best thing we can do for our families, career and love life.

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Getting Honest with Jessica Alba

Tue, 24 Mar 2020 07:02:00 -0000

Jessica Alba's mission has always been built on one thing: honesty. Today, we dive into what that really means, why she founded a business around the very idea that we all deserve safe, honest, and pure products in our everyday lives and how honesty drives her desire to keep going.

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On a Mission with Danielle & Whitney

Tue, 24 Mar 2020 07:01:00 -0000

We are kicking off the Sakara Life Podcast by going back to the very beginning - how, why, and where Sakara started. In this episode, we go deep into our individual stories, how we turned our messes into our missions, and why we like to say that Sakara started in the 7th grade when we met in math class. We are so excited to kick the podcast off with a real conversation about what brought us here today - the ups, the downs, and everything in between.

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Welcome to the Sakara Life Podcast

Fri, 13 Mar 2020 22:22:00 -0000

We created the Sakara Life Podcast to bring you expert tools that will help you create a life you love living. What exactly can you expect in our weekly episodes? Find out in our quick intro.

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