The Twin Cities Wellness Collective™ Podcast
194 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 46 ratingsThe Twin Cities Wellness Collective™ Podcast will conduct weekly interviews with entrepreneurs, local experts, and those who have transformed their personal well-being to share their stories and help others in Minneapolis, Saint Paul, and beyond live higher quality lives. Our primary goal is to provide our listeners with actionable advice that they can implement into their own life and improve their personal well-being. This fits into the culture of reciprocity that is central to our group. We believe that a willingness to help others find success will bring about our own. If you are interested in improving your well-being, while helping others enhance their quality of life, please join as a member of this group. You can find more information at tcwellnesscollective.com. Thanks for listening and I look forward to joining you to help make our city and beyond more well.
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Episode #040: Breathe, Stretch and Play with Jessica Rosenberg
January 03, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 27.8 MBJessica Rosenberg is a national yoga educator, a catalyst in the wellness community, and committed to helping students live an inspired life through MNdful Happier Hours. Her mission is to make ‘Breathe. Stretch. Play.’ a part of everybody’s day! Jessica Rosenberg has been practicing meditation and yoga since the late 1980s and teaching wellness practices for more than 18 years. She studies yogic texts and sequencing philosophies from many yoga and fitness disciplines. The result is a wonde...
Episode #039- Discovering the Intersection of Personality Coaching, Scripture Circles, and Well-Being with Stephanie Spencer
December 27, 2018 05:00 - 1 hour - 29.3 MBFrom a young age, Stephanie looked at the individuality of those she cared about. As she grew, she took her love of people and love of God into a Degree in Social Work and a Master's Degree in Children and Family Ministry and a career as a pastor.She later found the Enneagram to be a helpful tool in her own life and she decided to go through the Enneagram spectrum training and certification program. She now provides Enneagram coaching to others. Stephanie is a question asker who never stop...
Episode #038: Now. Secrets of a Life Coach with Mike James
December 21, 2018 05:00 - 58 minutes - 26.7 MBMike James is a certified life coach and professional storyteller. He has coached over 800 clients and turned patterns he got from the his coaching experiences into comfortable, powerful, cinematic human experience stories that was published in his storytelling album titled Now. Secrets of a Lifecoach. In this episode, Mike shares his unique flare and passion to dig to the root of emotional blocks in one's life, how he uses and believes in the power of stories to help transform people’s liv...
Episode #37: 4D Fit: Achieving Mental Fitness with Scott Mikesh
December 13, 2018 05:00 - 59 minutes - 27.6 MBScott Mikesh has a passion for creativity and wellness, and a background in psychology, design, communications, and fitness. He is continually driven to inspire and empower individuals to live well and achieve their goals in healthful and creative ways. He’s worked in Marketing & Communications for nearly 20 years as a brand strategist, digital designer, and copywriter for both corporate and non-profit businesses, providing creative leadership and communication strategies for employee well...
Episode #036 - Unleashing the Mind to Invoke Well-Being with Amanda Leaveck
December 06, 2018 05:00 - 50 minutes - 23.2 MBAmanda Leaveck is a decade-old yoga and dance instructor. She started a business called Science and Magic where she practiced what she studied at University of St. Thomas and Rolf Institute of Structural Integration. She earned a degree in Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience and Structural Integration in both universities, respectively. Her ultimate vision is for each of us to feel empowered, inspired, capable, and courageous within our bodies and our daily lives. In this episode Amanda wil...
Episode #035: MAIA: Community of Women-Conscious Consumerism with Kateri Ruiz
November 29, 2018 05:00 - 1 hour - 33 MBKateri Ruiz is one staunch advocate of gender equality. In fact, she started a business called MAIA which had women in mind. She has four daughters and a husband who stays home to tend to them while she works in corporate and excels in there. This household set up was her turning point of starting this kind of business. In this episode Kateri tells us her story of how she started a business which empowers women and in turn earns the respect of men. “Most of the time when people start thin...
Episode #034 : Wellness Concepts: Living a Life of Joy and Passion with Lynne Fredrickson
November 22, 2018 11:00 - 46 minutes - 21.6 MBLynne Fredrickson is the owner of Wellness Concepts, LLC and Lynne Fredrickson Coaching. She is a certified health and wellness coach and she is passionate about helping you reach your goals. On this episode Lynne shares about her expertise on how to release anxiety in order to be connected back to your authentic self; and ditch having to always believe your conditioned self in order to reach your ultimate wellbeing. “Life, I believe, is meant to be joyful and we're born joyful and to be j...
Episode #033 : Longevity Wellness: a Holistic Approach to Personal Wellbeing with Kyle Long
November 15, 2018 05:00 - 49 minutes - 22.8 MBKyle Long is a holistic lifestyle consultant, wellness professional and aspiring business coach, focusing on personal health and motivation, innovation, mind, body and spirit. On this episode, Kyle shares his passion for coaching to help people navigate the ups and downs of life, and help begin the journey of wellness. “…it's not always easy to keep that balance. There are definitely days when we stumble, but there's also those days where we can confidently walk into the kitchen and say...
Episode #032 Inspire, Align, Connect: How to Transform and Operationalize your Brand with Sarah McNally
November 02, 2018 04:00 - 52 minutes - 24.4 MBSarah McNally is the CEO of TransForm Corporation, a transformational consulting company, and a contributing author to the book Our Journey to Corporate Sanity. On this episode, Sarah shares share proven strategies for developing powerful and enriching relationships that will ensure you become the kind of leader others want to follow. “Wellbeing is really about inner alignment. When you know you are coming from a place of self-love, when you're making choices versus self-loathing.” - S...
Episode #032 Inspire, Align, Connect: How to Transform and Operationalize your Brand with Sarah McNally
November 02, 2018 04:00 - 52 minutes - 24.4 MBSarah McNally is the CEO of TransForm Corporation, a transformational consulting company, and a contributing author to the book Our Journey to Corporate Sanity. On this episode, Sarah shares share proven strategies for developing powerful and enriching relationships that will ensure you become the kind of leader others want to follow. “Wellbeing is really about inner alignment. When you know you are coming from a place of self-love, when you're making choices versus self-loathing.” - S...
Episode #031 Structure Equals Freedom with Lakshmi Dady
October 26, 2018 04:00 - 1 hour - 36.6 MBLakshmi Dady is a business coach, speaker and zealous advocate for ethical business and women’s empowerment. She is the founder of (B) Free, and partner of Coaching Hour. She is also an integral coach and holistic organizer with a decade of experience in teaching personal growth and facilitating organization. On this episode, Lakshmi shares her passion for coaching combined with her tenacity for business puts her in perfect alignment with The Coaching Hour's mission to empower entrepreneu...
Episode #030: Finding Power From Your Pain with Jenn Nelsen
October 15, 2018 04:00 - 50 minutes - 23.3 MBJenn Nelsen is a transformation specialist and catalyst for change. She is the founder and owner of The Wellness Alchemist, she has been cultivating human experience with her clients that transforms the mind, body and connection. In this episode, Jenn shares her passion of helping people increase their performance and increase longevity. She shares her expertise working with sending the mind and igniting the spirit to all walks of life and mini corner of the Earth. “My vision is to be abl...
Episode #029 Shaping Minnesota’s Entrepreneurial Ecosystem with Diane Rucker
October 04, 2018 04:00 - 55 minutes - 25.4 MBDiane Rucker is the Executive Director at University Enterprise Laboratories, a non-profit incubator dedicated to supporting early stage life science and technology ventures. In this episode, Diane shares her passion and expertise in balancing timelines, resource constraints and hit impossible goals, her advice to starting entrepreneurs, how she aids start-ups to work towards success, the entrepreneurial ecosystem at Minnesota and how she maintains her own professional well-being. “Ta...
Episode #029 Shaping Minnesota’s Entrepreneurial Ecosystem with Diane Rucker
October 04, 2018 04:00 - 55 minutes - 25.4 MBDiane Rucker is the Executive Director at University Enterprise Laboratories, a non-profit incubator dedicated to supporting early stage life science and technology ventures. In this episode, Diane shares her passion and expertise in balancing timelines, resource constraints and hit impossible goals, her advice to starting entrepreneurs, how she aids start-ups to work towards success, the entrepreneurial ecosystem at Minnesota and how she maintains her own professional well-being. “Ta...
Episode #028 LIV Chiropractic: Build Trust in Your Brand Through Relationship Building with Scott Hawkins
September 26, 2018 04:00 - 49 minutes - 23 MBScott Hawkins is the owner and co-founder of LIV Chiropractic . In this interview, Scott shares his big vision and desire to make an impact in the health of others in the city. He always aims to develop a meaningful personal relationship. His emphasis on the cultivation of positive relationships shows that his practice seeks to move from treating not only the physical to positively impacting the patient. “To be able to focus on something much bigger than me is my route.” - Scott ...
Episode #027 Inclusivi-tee: Show You Care in the Art You Wear with Lori Myren-Manbeck
September 17, 2018 04:00 - 38 minutes - 17.6 MBLori Myren-Manbeck is a social entrepreneur, founder of Inclusivi-tee, a quarterly subscription-based t-shirt club that produces beautiful, original, shirt designed by local artists. The company is structured as a public benefit corporation and donates their profits to non-profits that aligned with Inclusivi-tee’s mission. Listen to this interview and hear how Lori spreads and shares her positive message of hope to all and giving back in the process through being a social entrepreneur. ...
Episode #026- Cultivating Change-Makers for Sustainable Community Impact with Elaine Tymchak
September 10, 2018 04:00 - 59 minutes - 27.4 MBElaine Tymchak is the Founder and Director of Cultivate International, with the mission to empower immigrant, minority and indigenous leaders to fight poverty and injustices through small-scale grassroots community efforts. She is a Brazilian native with a Masters in International Development, she brings over 14 years of nonprofit management and community development experience while serving communities worldwide, and building relationships with global community leaders. Listen to this...
Episode #025- The Athlete in Us All with Dr. Matt Wiest
September 03, 2018 04:00 - 41 minutes - 19.1 MBDr. Matt Wiest,DC is the owner and operator of the Center of Movement. They are a wellness C.E.N.T.E.R. focusing on Chiropractic, Education, Nutrition, Therapeutic Exercise, and Recovery. Their mission is to get patients out of pain, educate on how to stay out of pain, and show that you are much stronger, faster, and more agile than you give yourself credit for. Listen to this interview and learn how you can succeed by being authentic and by aiming to reach what you are passionate about ...
Episode #024-Exploring Nootropics and Living Life on Your Terms with Christopher Austin
August 27, 2018 04:00 - 35 minutes - 16.6 MBChristopher Austin is the owner and founder of Momental Nootropics. He has extensive experience in guiding patients to optimal health through nutrition and diet consultation as well as treating orthopedic injuries by restoring musculoskeletal balance through proper movement. Listen to this interview and learn how what inspired Chris to come up with a nootropic product that offers a day and night recovery solution to coincide with the rehab solution for their patients. “Find a way to...
Episode #023- From Chef to Digital Marketer: Finding Occupational Well-Being Through Entrepreneurship featuring Benedict Frank
August 20, 2018 04:00 - 28 minutes - 13.4 MBBenedict Frank is a chef-turned digital marketing strategist and entrepreneur. He found more freedom in his life when he stepped into his role as an entrepreneur. Life as a business owner grants him more time with his family, and career fulfillment. Listen to this interview and learn insights on work-life integration from Benedict’s personal experience, learn how his transition helped him improve his well-being. “Wellbeing for me means enjoying life, having a positive perspective on t...
Episode #022- Orchestrating a Process for Success in Business, Building Support for New Moms, and Finding Joy along the Way featuring Sarah Becker
August 13, 2018 04:00 - 1 hour - 29.2 MBSarah Becker is the Chief Process Improvement Investigator and Implementer, and Founder of Clear Simple Business, a process improvement business that aims to help small businesses improve, automate and create efficiencies within their business. She also founded Chief Holistic Officer, a business that aims to help parents become guiltlessly selfish about their self-care so they can be the best versions of themselves. Listen to this interview and learn how you can get the balance on what is...
Episode #021- Fostering Deeper Connection for Couples featuring Betsy and Tyler Koepke
August 06, 2018 04:00 - 49 minutes - 22.7 MBIn this episode I am joined by Betsy and Tyler Koepke. Betsy is the founder of Besty Koepke Coaching and her husband Tyler is the co-facilitator at The Couples Connection Retreat they lead together. Since age 5, Betsy has been on a soul-searching mission trying to conquer her demons and live her own truth. That journey has led her to the study of psychology, anthropology, astronomy, world religions, mythology, education, and philosophy. The road that she has traveled has included living in ...
Episode #020- Overcoming the Impossible featuring Duke Pieper
July 30, 2018 04:00 - 49 minutes - 23 MBDuke Pieper was 15 years old when he was told that he had a 5% chance to live. It seemed that all the odds were stacked up against him. Except one, his determination. Through that determination and what is deemed as a medical miracle, he was able to survive multiple surgeries. Duke’s case is very rare. According to the Brain Aneurism Foundation, there are nearly 500,000 deaths worldwide each year caused by brain aneurysms and half the victims are younger than 50. Brain cancer, brain tumor, i...
Episode #019- Implementing a Sales Process featuring Colin Longren
July 24, 2018 04:00 - 1 hour - 28.8 MBColin Longren is a partner and the Vice President of Global sales at the Millau Group. Colin’s “ah-ha” moment in sales came when he was challenged to bring on the next “Key Account” at a private company. He began searching LinkedIn for the all the contacts he would pursue, collected sales materials to use, and researched current customers he serviced in the same industry. The following week his Monday sales meeting began and he was immediately asked was: “Colin, how many phone calls did yo...
Episode #018- Shattering the Entrepreneur's Illusion of Perfection with Sue Hawkes
July 12, 2018 04:00 - 48 minutes - 22.3 MBSue Hawkes is the CEO of Yess! Sue helps CEOs and their leadership teams succeed. As a bestselling author, award-winning leader, Certified EOS Implementer, Certified Business Coach, Women’s Presidents Organization Chapter Chair, and globally recognized award-winning seminar leader, Sue brings a wealth of knowledge and over twenty-five years of business experience to her clients. Sue has received numerous awards including the Dream Keeper award recognized by the Governor’s Council for her lea...
Episode #017- Achieving Body Bliss with Jennifer Espinosa Goswami
July 03, 2018 04:00 - 41 minutes - 18.9 MBJennifer Espinosa-Goswami is the founder of Weightless LLC. As a private health coach and motivational speaker, she helps women filter through misleading or ludicrous weight loss claims to add their own flavor to a weight loss plan that fits into their busy schedules. She enjoys analyzing complex information and translating it into focused and actionable steps that others can easily implement. She is a member of the National Weight Loss Control Registry and has been featured in national US ...
Episode #016- Finding Your Gravitational Pull with Jeannette Grace
June 21, 2018 04:00 - 44 minutes - 20.4 MBJeannette Grace is the CEO and founder of Expressive! Communication Consulting and Training. She helps organizations and their people exceed expectations. As a training and development expert since 1995, Jeannette develops and delivers actionable training focused on improving skills needed in every business, in every industry, and at every level in every company. Her aim is to produce results by customizing training centered on your company or project goals. To help in your success, she uses ...
Episode #016- Finding Your Gravitational Pull with Jeanette Grace
June 21, 2018 04:00 - 44 minutes - 20.7 MBJeannette Grace is the CEO and founder of Expressive! Communication Consulting and Training. She helps organizations and their people exceed expectations. As a training and development expert since 1995, Jeannette develops and delivers actionable training focused on improving skills needed in every business, in every industry, and at every level in every company. Her aim is to produce results by customizing training centered on your company or project goals. To help in your success, she use...
Episode #015- A High Healthy Fat Diet, Sciadonic Acid, and Entrepreneurship with Dr. Alvin Berger
June 07, 2018 04:00 - 44 minutes - 22.3 MBDr. Berger is the CEO of Sciadonics. Sciadonics distributes Sciadonic acid, which is a unique, anti-inflammatory, eco-friendly, fatty acid derived from conifer species of plants, consumed by indigenous populations and in Traditional Chinese Medicine. It was removed from Western diets during industrialization. Dr. Berger has spent the last 30 years studying SCI. Over the course of 22 studies in various rodent- and animal cell models of oral- and topical inflammation, SCI decreased inflammation...
Episode #014- The Superpower of Choice with Lorie Marsh
June 01, 2018 04:00 - 52 minutes - 26 MBOn today’s show, my guest is Lorie Marsh. Lorie has 25 years of experience as a serial entrepreneur, indie filmmaker, and story developer. She has worked as a creative producer, writer, developmental editor, director, and script consultant on all kinds of content: narrative films, documentary films, screenplays, novels, plays, websites, educational programs, and multi-platform storyworlds (you can find out more about that on Lorie’s website). Lorie has expertise in intuiting stories and pa...
Episode #013- Uncover your Potential and Express your Power with JADA Studios
May 11, 2018 04:00 - 42 minutes - 19.9 MBOn today’s show, I am joined by Hilary Patzer and Sophia Bouwens of JADA Studios. Hilary is driven by empowerment through, growth, health and movement. Her number one goal is to support athletes in achieving their highest level of competition. Hilary is a licensed acupuncturist and Chinese herbalist in Minnesota. Her tools of the trade also include being a Level lll Fascial Stretch Specialist and certified in Cranial Sacral Therapy and Neurokinetic Therapy. She is currently working towards h...
Episode #013- Uncover your Potential and Express your Power with JADA Studios
May 11, 2018 04:00 - 42 minutes - 19.9 MBOn today’s show, I am joined by Hilary Patzer and Sophia Bouwens of JADA Studios. Hilary is driven by empowerment through, growth, health and movement. Her number one goal is to support athletes in achieving their highest level of competition. Hilary is a licensed acupuncturist and Chinese herbalist in Minnesota. Her tools of the trade also include being a Level lll Fascial Stretch Specialist and certified in Cranial Sacral Therapy and Neurokinetic Therapy. She is currently working towards h...
Episode #012- The Intersection of Purple Tea, Frugal Innovation, and Well-Being
May 04, 2018 04:00 - 44 minutes - 20.5 MBTerry Danielson joins as my guest on today’s show. Terry is the CEO and founder of Simmer Down Tea. Terry also works as a legal investigator and is an adjunct faculty member at the University of St. Thomas where he teaches a course entitled “Frugal Innovation Developing Products for the Developing World.” Terry travels the world and partners directly with farmers to bring his customers not only the freshest of teas but also to promote sustainable agricultural practices by using frugal innov...
Episode #011- Get Social with Your Brand featuring Lucy Stange
April 24, 2018 04:00 - 41 minutes - 19.4 MBOn today’s show I interview Lucy Stange, Founder of My Social Drive. Lucy is a brand and social media photographer in the Twin Cities and surrounding area. My Social Drive helps tell others’ brand story through photography services and content. Lucy helps other to engage with on a deeper level with your brand. My Social Drive recently opened a new location in Northeast Minneapolis and I had the pleasure of recording this podcast in their new studio! Lucy and I discuss how to reflect trans...
Episode #010- Helping Cancer Patients Thrive featuring Cathy Skinner, CEO and Founder of Thrivors™
April 17, 2018 04:00 - 28 minutes - 13.5 MBCathy’s vision is to connect precision medicine, life style behaviors, and technology to improve outcomes for cancer patients. The Thrivors™ platform addresses secondary side effects of cancer treatment where they impact patients the most and where they can go unrecognized - beyond the clinical setting to improve adherence, outcomes, and healing. Common complications during and following cancer treatment include pain, fatigue, lymphedema, neuropathy, osteoporosis, and psycho-social distres...
Episode #009- The ROI on Reciprocity featuring Paul Claxton
April 09, 2018 04:00 - 1 hour - 30.3 MBOn today’s show I interview Paul Claxton, CEO and Founder of Reciprocity ROI. Paul is an entrepreneur, technology executive, and honorably discharged United States Marine who has a well-versed knowledge base in a variety of business environments. He uses this expertise to help our customers with a variety of small to mid-sized projects where they have been able to increase operational efficiency and top line revenues. Paul has been involved in some form of athletics for over 20 years. He ha...
Episode #008- Reach Your Vibrant Potential with Dr. Chris Frykman
March 20, 2018 04:00 - 1 hour - 32.6 MBOn today’s show I interview Dr. Chris Frykman. Dr Chris Frykman intentionally holds a bigger vision for you than even you may think possible. He wants you to feel your best and experience truly vibrant health. He uses a cutting edge, Functional Medicine approach to give you the best chance at overcoming your health issues, so you can get back to living a life free of pain and full of joy! Dr Chris holds several degrees including a nursing degree as well as a doctorate in chiropractic pract...
Episode #007- Innovating Mental Health with Synergy eTherapy
March 08, 2018 05:00 - 23 minutes - 10.8 MBOn today’s show I interview Dr. Nicole Smith and Patsy Reed from Synergy eTherapy. Synergy eTherapy takes a different approach from visiting a therapist’s office. Rather, Synergy etherapy utilizes phone and video chat sessions to meet with patients. I discuss Nicole and Patsy’s experience as therapists with Synergy etherapy, how etherapy lowers barriers of access to therapy, and their thoughts on how etherapy will impact the mental health field moving forward.
Episode #006- The Necessity of Cognitive Diversity
March 01, 2018 05:00 - 54 minutes - 25.1 MBJoe McKenzie is an entrepreneur with his company Ripple Connects, Inc. He instructs individuals on how to identify, strengthen and grow their network outward using the Ripple Effect Networking Model he developed and copyrighted. Joe is the co-host and career expert on the New Beginnings radio program heard Saturday’s on AM950 KTNF. He is also a recurring guest on the KMOJ Morning Show, with his career growth segment entitled Today’s Takeaway’s with Joe McKenzie. He is the Past President of ...
Episode #005- Become a FitCEO with Cece Ketcham
February 23, 2018 05:00 - 1 hour - 28.9 MBToday’s guest is Cece Ketcham, CEO of FitCEO and Modern Lifestyle Luggage. Cece works to help busy CEOs and business owners to structure their lives to find success in their personal and professional lives. For businesses, she provides a fresh perspective to help executives and owners solve problems and create more profitable businesses. In tandem with her work with businesses, she helps busy individuals convert their lifestyle into one that bolsters their health and fitness. Cece aids other...
Episode #004- The Journey to Aligning Life and Work with Andy Jolivette
February 13, 2018 05:00 - 1 hour - 31.4 MBThis episode's guest is Andy Jolivette, CEO and founder of Align Coaching. Andy specializes in helping individuals and organizations align their life, work, and values. Andy and I discuss his journey to where he is today, the "foundation" he started for his friends and family, and how he is working to overcome his biggest fears.
Episode #003- Weaving the Fabric of Great Company Culture with Rosalynn Verges
January 31, 2018 05:00 - 29 minutes - 13.4 MBJoin the Twin Cities Wellness Collective TM podcast to learn about Rosalynn Verges and her quest to improve company culture through her business, Fabric. Rosalynn and I discuss her journey as an entrepreneur, her inspiration for starting Fabric, and practical ideas for improving culture. Rosalynn's insights can help us to build companies that foster employee well-being through enhanced company culture.
Episode #002- Creating a Healthy Joyful Living with Melissa Smith
January 23, 2018 05:00 - 45 minutes - 20.8 MBFounder of Healthy Joyful Living, Melissa Smith, walks us through her journey to elevated well-being sharing helpful tips and wisdom along the way. Melissa also talks about how she decided to start giving back and helping others through her role as a Certified Health Coach. She worked for many years on the care side of health and decided that she wanted to transition to help people prevent chronic illness and poor health. Melissa provides a wealth of tangible advice as she speaks on mindfulne...
Episode #001- Introducing the Twin Cities Wellness Collective Podcast with Alex Morrall
January 22, 2018 05:00 - 3 minutes - 1.55 MBWelcome to the Twin Cities Wellness Collective TM Podcast. This episode explains the purpose of this show.