Wellness in San Diego: Food, Movement, Spirituality + Wellbeing: episodes
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The Spiritual Side of Chinese Medicine with Dr. Allison Blacutt
Nov 22, 2023 · 44 min
In this episode, we unravel the spiritual side of Chinese Medicine, a time-honored healing system that extends far beyond the physical realm. Dr. Allison Blacutt, a Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, walks us through the ancient spiritual practices + principles that lost their importance when medicine became standardized in China in the 1950s. Our conversation dives in to Daoism, spirit
Ayurvedic Secrets to Restoring Your Skin's Balance with Brandy Searcy of Rain Organica
Nov 15, 2023 · 40 min
This week we dive into the world of Ayurvedic skincare with a focus on a brand that brings the age-old secrets of this holistic practice to your daily beauty routine. Brandy Searcy, a chemical engineer with years of experience in formulation development, is a pioneer in combining the ancient principles of Ayurveda with modern skincare science. Her drive to find a natural, holistic solution for he
Why Healing Can't Wait with Aspen Arora, Wounded Healer + Veteran
Nov 8, 2023 · 44 min
In 2022 Aspen Arora found herself being medically evacuated during active duty in the Middle East. Upon arriving in San Diego, she was told it would be 6-8 weeks before she could get an intake appointment. Thankfully, she survived. During those weeks, however, Aspen was informed of the passing of at least 10 of her active duty loved ones. And the death notifications kept coming. She learned that
Celebrity Predictions + Developing Your Psychic Senses with Trinity Oracles
Jul 26, 2023 · 46 min
Jasmine, Erika + Candace are the Trinity Oracles, three San Diego sisters who have banded together to use their unique psychic abilities to read for clients, teach oracle card courses and are well-loved for their accurate celebrity predictions on their YouTube channel. In this episode, the Trinity Oracles share how they've developed their psychic gifts since childhood, the importance of choosing
Finding Balance in Motherhood with Mariela De Santiago
Jul 19, 2023 · 28 min
Join us as we delve into the joys and challenges of motherhood with our incredible guest, Mariela De Santiago. A devoted mother, community builder, and advocate for empowering moms, Mariela shares her transformative journey of finding balance in motherhood while building a thriving community for fellow moms via Carlsbad Mom Walks and her parenting podcast, Mama Wears Athleisure. In this heartwar
The Journey to Self-Compassion with Shannon Keating
Jul 12, 2023 · 45 min
How do we really begin to love ourselves? That's a question Shannon Keating asked herself one day after being worn down by her own struggles with her self-worth, healing from an eating disorder and finding her path as a young woman in the world. Shannon has made it her life's mission to learn how to love herself and teach other young women to do the same through her work as a life coach, human d
How Interior Design Impacts Wellbeing with Steffi Reyes Thomas
Jul 5, 2023 · 37 min
This week we delve into the fascinating world of design, exploring the ways in which our surroundings can influence our physical, mental, and emotional health. Steffi Reyes Thomas, a holistic interior designer + landscape architect, joins us to share the secrets to creating environments that promote balance, inspiration, and a sense of serenity. We explore how proper lighting design can regulate
The Transformative Power of Collaboration with Samara Goldberg
Jun 28, 2023 · 28 min
This week we dive into the world of yoga studio management and explore the vital role of collaboration in fostering growth and cultivating a thriving community. Samara Goldberg, a dedicated studio manager at Spirit Yoga + Spirit Barre in PB, sheds light on the transformative power of collaboration when it comes to expanding and nurturing a yoga studio. Samara shares success stories of strategic p
Creating Intentional + Inclusive Community Spaces with Alexandria Ott
Jun 21, 2023 · 37 min
This week we delve into the world of intentional event planning + community building with Alexandria Ott, the CEO of Chrome City Creative Studio, creator of The Blank Table pop-up dinners, founder of San Diego's Drag Queen Story Hour and the cohost of San Diego Magazine's Not a Parenting Podcast. Alex has truly mastered the art of using events as a catalyst for building and strengthening communi
Biohacking Your Energetic Field with Kevin Russell
Jun 14, 2023 · 45 min
Get ready to embark on a mind-expanding journey as we explore the cutting-edge techniques and revolutionary insights that are reshaping our understanding of human potential and well-being. Kevin Russell is an author and energetic intuitive, and has dedicated his life to unraveling the mysteries of the energetic field and harnessing its power for human transformation. In this week's episode, Kevi
The Transformative Work of Men's Circles with Ken Rosaasen of MOKSHA Men
Jun 7, 2023 · 35 min
This week we delve into importance of creating a safe and supportive environment where men can authentically express themselves, free from judgment and societal expectations. Our guest, Ken Rosaasen, is an embodiment / empowerment life coach and one of the co-founders of Moksha Men, a men's circle and support group based here in San Diego and online. Ken discusses the transformative power of ac
Rewiring Your Money Mindset for Abundance with Dr. Michelle Dexter, Psy.D., NLPCC
May 31, 2023 · 30 min
Money isn't often a topic for discussion in the wellness space but given the fact that money is what allows us to access good food, fitness classes and high-quality healthcare, money is certainly a key component to upleveling our wellbeing. This week's guest, Dr. Michelle Dexter, Psy.D., NLPCC joins us to share her unique approach to financial well-being including the profound impact of EFT, acup
Practical Tools for Self-Regulation with Jill Baumgartner, LCSW
May 24, 2023 · 32 min
Join us as we dive deep into the fascinating world of emotions and self-regulation together with our guest, Jill Baumgartner, a licensed clinical social worker who has dedicated their work to understanding and unraveling the intricacies of human emotions. Jill introduces us to a myriad of practical emotional and self-regulation techniques she's developed to help her clients better respond to life
Understanding the Gut-Brain Connection with Dr. Natasha Macleay
May 17, 2023 · 36 min
We've all heard the phrase "listen to your gut" and the notion of a "gut feeling." This is because our gut, often referred to as our "second brain," communicates directly with our central nervous system, influencing our emotions, moods, and cognitive function. In this week's episode, Dr. Natasha Macleay, naturopathic doctor at Tulsi Wellness Center in Del Mar, shares her wealth of knowledge an
From Fear to Freedom with Roshni Patel
May 10, 2023 · 28 min
This week we're joined by Roshni Patel, an intuitive mindset coach who specializes in helping people tap into their intuition to unlock their true potential. Roshni shares her own personal journey of discovering and developing her intuitive abilities, and she offers practical insights into how to recognize and differentiate between intuition and fear and anxiety. Whether you're just starting to
Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy: What You Need to Know with Ann MacKenzie, MA, APCC
May 3, 2023 · 30 min
This week we're diving into the fascinating world of ketamine-assisted psychotherapy. While ketamine is perhaps best known as an anesthetic or psychedelic party drug, it's now gaining recognition as a powerful tool in the treatment of mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, and PTSD. Our guest and licensed psychotherapist, Ann MacKenzie, MA, APCC , discusses the science behind ketami
Creating a Fashionable Solution From Pollution with Abby Brown of H2OM
Apr 26, 2023 · 32 min
Abby Brown was walking along the beautiful beaches of San Diego when she saw there was more trash than she could carry in her own two hands. In that moment, Abby felt called to make a difference but what could she do as one person? Abby combined her background as a yoga instructor, event coordinator, marketer and training in design + merchandising to launch H2OM, a sustainable activewear brand ma
Sustainability is Sexy with Liz Murphy of Santosha Nutrition
Apr 19, 2023 · 28 min
This week Marta chats with Liz Murphy, the chef & founder at Santosha Nutrition, the founder of Sustainability is Sexy, a San Diego-based organization driven to inspire innovation + solutions to sustainability issues, and the host of the Sustainability is Sexy podcast. Liz has a passion for plant-based cuisine, regenerative agriculture and fighting food waste. Listen in to hear simple, practical
How to Build a Zero-Waste Business with Melissa + Easton of Scisters Salon
Apr 12, 2023 · 24 min
Melissa Parker + Easton Basjec are pioneers in the zero-waste space - they're the founders of Scisters, the first zero-waste salon in San Diego and the first in the U.S. Since launching their business over 12 years ago, they've continued to refine their operations, adapt to better sustainability solutions, start their own zero-waste refill hair care line and now share their learnings with other s
Zero-Waste Grocery Shopping in San Diego with The Mighty Bin
Apr 5, 2023 · 20 min
This month on the Wellness in San Diego podcast we're demystifying zero-waste living + sharing helpful tips so you can take steps to cut down on waste each + every day. This week's guest is Isabelle DeMillan, the founder of San Diego's first zero-waste grocery store, The Mighty Bin. Located in North Park, The Mighty Bin has everything you need to transition to a sustainable lifestyle plus tons of