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Well Connected Twin Cities Podcast

150 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 days ago -

The Well Connected Twin Cities Podcast brings you conversations with local holistic wellness experts in the Minneapolis/St Paul area so you can get to know local practitioners and discover what's possible with a holistic approach to your wellbeing.

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Ep 143 The Pillars and Potential of Lifestyle Medicine with Dr. Mark Stephany

April 11, 2024 13:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MB

Conversation with Dr. Mark Stephany discussing why one should care about their health and take ownership of it through the power of lifestyle as medicine. Topics of Discussion: -Overlap between the traditional medical space and lifestyle medicine -Understanding the Lifestyle Determinants (Pillars) of Health -Differences between functional medicine and lifestyle medicine Dr. Mark Stephany is a board-certified internal medicine physician and American College of Lifestyle Medicine-certified d...

Ep 142 Holistic Business Coaching for Highly Sensitive People with Mira Binzen

March 28, 2024 13:00 - 24 minutes - 16.5 MB

Conversation with Mira Binzen about the integration of yoga therapy and business coaching to shift the mindset of highly sensitive people. Topics of Discussion: -Leadership style of highly sensitive people -Benefits of integrating yoga therapy and business coaching -Varieties of entrepreneurial stages that benefit from coaching Mira is on a mission to empower highly sensitive people with greater understanding, practical tools and support for their unique way of being in the world while bui...

Ep 141 Somatic Experiencing with Breathwork & Movement with Kim Lovejoy

March 14, 2024 13:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MB

Conversation with Kim Lovejoy about the integration of somatic experiencing and breathwork. Topics of Discussion: -Transition from talk therapy to breathwork. -The body's need to mobilize energy in order to regulate the nervous system. -Intersection between somatic experiencing and breathwork Kim Lovejoy has a passion for dancing with others in the healing spaces between the magical, spiritual and science through somatic experiencing, breathwork and energy healing. She has a respect for th...

Ep 140 A Radical Health Clinic Model for Whole Person Care with Dr. Susan Quigley

February 29, 2024 14:00 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MB

Discussion with Dr. Susan Quigley regarding her practice, SuNu Wellness Center, whose health clinic model encourages authentic referrals and collaborative whole person care. Topics of Discussion: -The mission behind SuNu Wellness Center, a collaborative health clinic -The range of services and practitioners available at SuNu -Tips and practices to begin practicing holistic care at home Dr. Susan Quigley (She/Her) is the owner and founder of SuNu Wellness Center. She received her bachelor’s...

Ep 139 The Practical Application and Magic of Shamanism with Dr. Karen Lawson

February 15, 2024 14:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MB

Conversation with Dr. Karen Lawson about the relevance of Shamanism and Shamanic journeys in modern day. Topics of Discussion: -Shamanism and its practical application in today's world -Practicing Shamanism without crossing the line of cultural appropriation -Shamanic lifeway supporting environmental wellbeing Karen Lawson, MD, ABIHM, NBC-HWC, is the founder and CEO of IHWC Productions, a consulting company that works with programs and individuals to advance and expand training in Integra...

Ep 138 Brainspotting and Open Floor to Heal Mind, Body, and Soul with Cori Hildebrandt

February 01, 2024 14:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MB

Interview with Cori Hildebrandt about the uses of Brainspotting and mindful movement to allow individuals to face challenges and feel more present. Topics of Discussion: -Science behind Brainspotting and its uses as an alternative to talk therapy -The differences between EDMR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing) therapy and Brainspotting -Connection between Brainspotting and Open Floor, a mindful movement modality Cori Hildebrandt, owner of CorianderLivingCollective.com based out...

Ep 137 Ayurvedic Products to Restore Balance with Vanashree Belgamwar

January 18, 2024 14:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MB

Interview with Vanashree Belgamwar about her dream to globalize Ayurveda and utilizing her Ayurvedic product line to restore balance in the body. Topics of Discussion: -Science behind Ayurveda and its use of the five elements to create balance. -The life force of Ojas and its importance within the body. -Creating an affordable and accessible herbal and Ayurvedic product line Vanashree Belgamwar is a distinguished graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery from the...

Ep 136 Healing Chronic Illness with Writing Groups with Kristen Hutchison

January 04, 2024 14:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MB

Kristen Hutchison is a writer, patient advocate, and a passionate supporter of healthcare reform. She's received her bachelor's of science in biology and psychology from Santa Clara University, and recently completed a year-long medical writing program through Harvard Medical School. She has also completed certifications in somatic therapy, and trauma-informed yoga.  Kristen was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis when she was in high school, and has lived with the condition for over 15 years...

Ep 135 Vision Boarding Effectively with Cynthia Shockley

December 28, 2023 14:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MB

Cynthia Shockley, M.A., NBC-HWC, graduated from University of Minnesota’s Integrative Health & Wellbeing Coaching Master of Arts program in 2020. Prior to her graduate studies, she obtained her Psychobiology B.S. from UCLA, her yoga teaching certificate through YogaWorks, and studied mindfulness at the UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center (MARC). Cynthia is the Director of Community Engagement and Podcast Host of Well Connected Twin Cities, an integrative health advocacy and education orga...

Ep 134 2023 Reflections & 2024 Intentions with Alex Stalberger

December 21, 2023 14:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MB

Chat with Alex Stalberger about all things Well Connected Twin Cities including lessons learned and future goals! Topics of Discussion: -Well Connected Twin Cities' mission and everyone's role within it. -Personal and professional reflections of 2023. -Well Connected Twin Cities' goals and intentions for 2024. Alex Stalberger is the co-founder and owner of Well Connected Twin Cities and practicing holistic health coach. She firmly believes that quality of life is forever changed when we ar...

Ep 133 Float Therapy for Physical & Mental Health with Ari Clark

December 14, 2023 14:00 - 39 minutes - 27.1 MB

Conversation with Ari Clark from Northeast Wellness about float therapy and the health benefits of experiencing sensory deprivation. Topics of Discussion: -The variety of float pod designs and additional sensory experiences -Science behind float therapy and sensory deprivation -Mixing other healing modalities with float sessions to increase the therapeutic benefits Ari Clark is an advocate for float therapy and brought this service to NE Wellness. Float therapy has been a passion of his ev...

Ep 132 The Science + Spirituality of Conscious Cannabis Use with Katie Gross

December 07, 2023 14:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MB

Conversation with Katie Gross who works as a cannabis nurse to create a connection between spiritual and physical health through conscious cannabis use. Topics of Discussion: -Science behind cannabis use and how it can be used in healing -History of fear in cannabis and other plant medicines -Development of cannabis nursing and conscious cannabis practices Katie Gross founded Your Higher Path Healing in 2018.  She assists women on the healing journey who desire to deepen their spiritual c...

Ep 131 Neurostructural Correction: Where Hope and Healing Happens with Dr. Chad Kobs

November 30, 2023 14:00 - 39 minutes - 27.2 MB

Interview with Dr. Chad Kobs about discovering and treating patients’ primary symptoms using neurostructural correction chiropractic to optimize the body’s operating system. Topics of Discussion: -Personal responsibility  to create health rather than only stimulate health within self. -Differences between conventional chiropractic and neurostructural correction chiropractic. -Using a whole system approach to address both primary and secondary symptoms. Dr. Chad Kobs discovered Neurostructu...

Ep 130 Sound Healing to Deeply Connect with Caty Brown

November 23, 2023 14:00 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MB

Interview with Caty Brown about the science and intuition behind sound healing and her belief that all people are healers. Topics of Discussion: -Sound healing as an intuitive practice for the practitioner -The science behind using sound frequencies for therapy and realignment -Providing space to reveal people's healing capacities and gifts The founder of Soul Body Finesse, Caty Brown, is a Sound Healer, Reiki practitioner, labor & birth doula and creative consultant.  She coordinates well...

Ep 129 The Webster Technique for Prenatal Chiropractic Care with Hannah Steinmetz

November 16, 2023 14:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MB

Conversation with Hannah Steinmetz about the diverse use of chiropractic care to relieve pain and her experiences treating prenatal symptoms using the Webster Technique. Topics of Discussion: -Chiropractic as a bridge between traditional and holistic care. -How the Webster Technique can relieve pain and create optimal baby position before birth. -The benefits and studies of chiropractic care for prenatal symptoms. Dr. Hannah Steinmetz is a prenatal and family chiropractor in Apple Valley, ...

Ep 128 Biodynamic Craniosacral, Evolutionary Astrology, and Health Coaching to Consciously Engage with the World with Emma Vasseur

November 09, 2023 14:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MB

Conversation with Emma Vasseur about using somatic awareness practices and astrology in personal healing to create a lasting transformation. Topics of Discussion: -Healing modalities, such as craniosacral and evolutionary astrology, within coaching -Benefits of somatic awareness practices in creating balance between mind, body, emotion, and spirit -Developing conscious engagement to find authenticity and acceptance Emma Vasseur is a National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach, Biody...

Ep 127 Integrative Health Coaching: Transforming Individuals and Systems with Karen Lawson

November 02, 2023 13:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MB

Interview with Dr. Karen Lawson about the importance of integrative health and wellness coaching for individuals, educational programming, and the conventional healthcare system. Topics of Discussion: -Interface between health coaching and integrative care -Taking ownership of one's own wellness through health coaching -Importance and growth of integrative health coaching in the future of healthcare Karen Lawson, MD, ABIHM, NBC-HWC, is the founder and CEO of IHWC Productions, a consulting ...

Ep 126 Jin Shin Jyutsu Energy Therapy to Adapt to the New World with Claire Marie Kohout

October 26, 2023 13:00 - 55 minutes - 38.5 MB

Conversation with Claire Marie Kohout on how she uses energy healing modalities, such as Jin Shin Jyutsu and Healing Touch, to support her clients in achieving life transformation. Topics of Discussion: -The essence of energy work and its focus on feelings -Energy work modalities - Jin Shin Jyutsu, Healing Touch, and Etheric Template Clearing -Cyclical living and rebirth in "The New World" CMK Energy, owned and operated by Claire Marie, was established in 2007 and offers a variety of serv...

Ep 125 The Science of Overcoming Fears with Hypnosis with Kat Shinoda

October 19, 2023 13:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MB

Interview with Kat Shinoda regarding the empowerment and healing that can be released through the integration of hypnosis and health coaching. Topics of Discussion: -Science behind hypnosis and how it can be used to treat phobias. -Differences between the conscious and the subconscious mind. -Tips to begin using the tool of self-hypnosis. Kat Shinoda, NBC-HWC, Board Certified Hypnotist, is a seasoned behavior change expert, a certified health coach, and a dedicated hypnotist with a mission...

Ep 124 Trauma-Informed Yoga & Storytelling to Build Community with Lydia Bush

October 12, 2023 13:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MB

Conversation with Lydia Bush about how she creates inclusive and vulnerable spaces to highlight yoga as a tool for self-knowing and healing. Topics of Discussion: -Storytelling, vulnerability, and healing in yoga -Community building in health and wellness -Accessibility in yoga through non-studio spaces Lydia is a bilingual (English and Spanish) yoga instructor from Arkansas, currently residing in South Minneapolis. She teaches vinyasa-style, trauma-informed, beginner-friendly classes in n...

Ep 123 Money Mindfulness for Financial Wellbeing with Sonja Ecklund

October 05, 2023 13:00 - 37 minutes - 25.7 MB

Conversation with Sonja Ecklund about money mindfulness and common struggles on the journey to financial wellbeing. Topics of Discussion: -Common barriers within money mindfulness. -Finding financial wellness with a money coach. -Evaluating financial wellbeing through facts and feelings. Sonja is a National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach, a registered yoga teacher, a financial social work professional, a low-impact minimalist, and a climate change optimist. She has over 12 year...

Ep 122 Deep Listening in Integrative Care with Megan Hadley

September 28, 2023 13:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MB

Interview with Megan Hadley about the benefits and opportunities that arise when using deep listening as a practice within integrative health coaching. Topics of Discussion: -Explaining and valuing deep listening within integrative health -Developing the skill of deep listening -Navigating and creating capacity to deeply listen within a fast paced culture Megan Hadley, MA, NBC-HWC (she/her) is a Nationally Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC) and also holds a graduate degree...

Ep 121 Harvesting and Processing MN Local Herbs with Phyllis Jaworski

September 21, 2023 13:00 - 38 minutes - 26.1 MB

Conversation with Phyllis Jaworski about the benefits in herbal medicine and tips to harvest and process local plants. Topics of Discussion: -How to process harvested plants at home -Safety within harvesting including cleaning and prepping the plant -The spiritual element within harvesting As an herbal clinician, Phyllis Jaworski supports her clients in having pain-free menstrual cycles, and being energized and to live their best life every day of the month. Her career started out with a ...

Ep 120 Provider + Patient: Traditional Chinese Medicine for Complex Conditions with Said Isayed and Susan Smith

September 14, 2023 13:00 - 52 minutes - 36.1 MB

Conversation with Said Isayed and his patient, Susan Smith, about his practice in Traditional Chinese Medicine and his use of the whole person approach to treat a wide variety of complex conditions. Topics of Discussion: -Eastern medicine success through multi-faceted approach and whole person connection -Different tools within Traditional Chinese Medicine -Health equity and community health Said Isayed is a Traditional Chinese medicine doctor who graduated from Tianjin University of Trad...

Ep 119 Reiki for Authenticity in Highly Sensitive People with Lynn Salmon-Easter

September 07, 2023 13:00 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MB

Conversation with Lynn Salmon-Easter about how she uses experiences as a Reiki master and an empath to support highly sensitive persons on their path to find their truest and most authentic self. Topics of Discussion: -What is energy and energy work? -What are the talents and traits of a highly sensitive person? -What does the practice of Reiki look like in session? Lynn is a highly sensitive, empathic and intuitive individual working as a Reiki Master in Minneapolis, MN and serving the s...

Ep 118 Knowing When to Push Your Body and When to Rest with Andrea and Brooke Herbert

August 31, 2023 13:00 - 43 minutes - 29.6 MB

Conversation with Andrea and Brooke Herbert about how they use raw experiences and practical tools to inspire mind-body alignment and encourage self-discovery and growth. Topics of Discussion: -Alignment - finding success when balancing your time, your wants, and your health. -Movement - the importance of moving your body every day and their virtual workout platform. -Rest - the science behind why you need rest and how to incorporate it into a busy lifestyle. Andrea & Brooke are the cofou...

Ep 117 Chiropractic Care for Migraine Prevention and Relief with Dr. Brenna Erickson

August 24, 2023 13:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MB

Discussion with Dr. Brenna Erickson about how she uses non-force chiropractic care to help her clients find relief from migraine symptoms. Topics of Discussion: -Techniques and methods used within chiropractic care for migraines -Differences between headaches and migraines -Tips to treat and prevent migraines -Key words to find gentle technique chiropractic care Dr. Brenna Erickson is a Non-Force Chiropractor here in the Twin Cities, the only DNFT (Directional Non-Force Technique) Chiropr...

Ep 116 Success & Holistic Medicine with MN Vikings Sports Acupuncturist Dr. Hilary Patzer

August 17, 2023 13:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MB

Conversation with Dr. Hilary Patzer, the Official Sports Acupuncturist for the Minnesota Vikings, about the use of Traditional Chinese Medicine within sports and coaching others to drive for success. Topics of Discussion: -Ties between Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Sports Medicine -Modalities within Traditional Chinese Medicine -Breaking boundaries of "specialist" society by driving for success Dr. Hilary Patzer is a Doctor of Chinese Medicine, licensed acupuncturist, Chinese herb...

Ep 115 Reframing an ADHD Diagnosis as Freeing with Leah Chouinard

August 10, 2023 13:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MB

Discussion with Leah Chouinard regarding her positive mindset around an ADHD diagnosis and her goals to use her lived experiences to encourage others to pursue a more holistic lifestyle. Topics of Discussion: -A positive outlook after an ADHD diagnosis -Enjoying "The Show" of ADHD -Word of wisdom for those navigating ADHD -Leah's experience with pharmaceutical treatment for ADHD Leah Chouinard is a National Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach who will graduate from the University of ...

Ep 114 Healing with the Universal Current of Sound with Tamiko French

August 03, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 42.1 MB

Interview with Tamiko French about her journey to sound healing and how she uses a variety of alternative medicines to serve others. Topics of Discussion: -Tamiko's path to alternative medicine -the usage of mantras and sound baths in daily life -training of youth in the performance arts Since 2011 Tamiko French has been a multidisciplinary creative with a background in dance performance and choreography. Additionally, creating jewelry and sharing her gift with communities abroad has been ...

Ep 113 Intro to the Fertility Awareness Method with Brooke Noble

July 27, 2023 13:00 - 38 minutes - 26.3 MB

Interview with Brooke Noble regarding the basics of the menstruation cycle and how fertility awareness can transform your life. Topics of Discussion: -Basics of fertility awareness -Seasonal representations of menstrual cycle -Techniques for menstrual cycle tracking -Female and male involvement in hormonal health Brooke is a fertility awareness coach in training to become a certified FAMM practitioner. Her background in women's health nursing fueled her desire to help women understand the...

Ep 112 Cyclical Living According to Ayurveda with Andrea Classen

July 20, 2023 13:00 - 43 minutes - 29.6 MB

Interview with Andrea Classen about using ayurvedic knowledge to create a more holistic lifestyle influenced by cyclical alignment with the seasons.  Andrea Classen is an Ayurvedic Wellness Counselor, RYT 500 hour yoga teacher, and Wild Woman Circle leader who has been in the wellness space since 2007. Her mission is to help you start to live a cyclical life by living in alignment with the seasons using Ayurveda as your guide. She does this by teaching her Peaceful Power Practices centered...

Ep 111 Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for Mental Healthcare with Dr. Brent Nelson

July 13, 2023 13:00 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MB

Interview with Dr. Brent Nelson regarding how his experiences in both the computer software and finance industries inspired his career in neurology and led to his passion in treating complex neurological disorders including Major Depressive Disorder. Dr. Nelson was born and raised in the Twin Cities. He attended the University of St. Thomas in Saint Paul, receiving a Bachelor’s degree in Biology with a research focus in neuroscience and brain stimulation. During and post-college, he spent ...

Ep 110 Ketamine-Assisted Therapy and Health Coaching with Courtney Padjen and Olivia Beisler

July 06, 2023 13:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MB

Interview with Courtney Padjen and Olivia Beisler regarding their work at The Institute for Integrative Therapist (IIT) and the benefits of ketamine-assisted therapy.  Courtney Padjen, PhD, LMFT, is a licensed marriage and family therapist based out of Minnesota. She received her PhD in Marriage and Family Therapy from Northcentral University after successfully defending her dissertation titled “What’s Your Safe Word? Kink: America’s Current Sexual Revolution.” She received her Masters Degr...

Ep 109 Acupuncture & Holistic Empowerment for Women in Menopause with Stacey Degen

June 29, 2023 13:00 - 45 minutes - 31.2 MB

Interview with Stacey Degen about blending Eastern philosophies and Western knowledge to provide drug-free wellness care for all her clients and how her passion for health supports women during their menopausal transition. Stacey Degen is a Licensed Acupuncturist, Empowerment Specialist and Health Advocate conveniently located in the Linden Hills neighborhood of Minneapolis. Her practice includes acupuncture, therapeutic movement, herbal medicine, and nutrition. Stacey has spent the past 2...

Ep 108 The Radical Pursuit of Simplicity in Healthcare with Ihotu Ali

June 22, 2023 13:00 - 52 minutes - 35.8 MB

Interview with Ihotu Ali about her vision for the future in healthcare that includes a blend of eastern and western medicines. Ihotu Jennifer Ali, MPH (pronounced “ee-ho-too”) is Founder and Director of the (o-SHOON) Oshun Center for Intercultural Healing located at the Family Tree Clinic in Minneapolis. As Clinic Director, Ihotu practices and teaches a blend of modern and ancient healing: medicine, massage, womb care and birth support in a biopsychosocial health care model. She combines w...

Ep 107 Healing Through Cancer Trauma Holistically with Talaya Dendy

June 15, 2023 13:00 - 44 minutes - 30.5 MB

Interview with Talaya Dendy about learning how to advocate for herself throughout her cancer journey and how she uses this knowledge to support and guide other cancer patients.  Talaya Dendy is a 12-year Cancer Thriver, Cancer Doula, Independent Patient Advocate, Cancer Health Equity Consultant, Mental Health First Aider, and Podcaster who has dedicated her career to guiding, supporting, empowering, and advocating for people diagnosed with cancer. She developed a fulfilling career path from...

Ep 106 A New Healing with Ali Fitzpatrick

June 08, 2023 13:00 - 44 minutes - 30.4 MB

Interview with Ali Fitzpatrick about her journey into spiritual healing and how she uses aspects of astrology, sound healing, and energy work to empower herself and others.  Ali Fitzpatrick is a transformational life, spiritual and manifestation coach, kundalini yoga and meditation teacher, astrologer, sound healer and mystic guiding spiritually curious women to connect in deeper in understanding their soul’s purpose and helping them to accelerate and elevate their destiny.  As a professio...

Ep 105 Biofield Tuning to Harmonize Nervous System with Nature with Cole Carlson

June 01, 2023 13:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MB

Interview with Cole Carlson about how energy healing and sound therapy can be utilized to recalibrate the nervous system and discover one's highest potential. As an empath and healer, Cole has spent countless hours sensing unmet needs, caring for illness, and learning the language of trapped emotional energy in the body. Her former career as a Registered Nurse, primarily in critical care, was instrumental as a stepping stone to discovering her love for energy medicine. When her own mental ...

Ep 104 Healing from Anorexia with Psychotherapy, Yoga, and Meditation with Dr. Jo Lamm

May 18, 2023 13:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MB

Interview with Dr. Jo Lamm about her story of disordered eating and how she uses trauma informed healing tools within her holistic coaching practice.  Dr. Jo is a women’s holistic coach and yoga/meditation/mindfulness teacher at her women’s wellness company called TulaSoul. Previously she was a clinical psychologist specializing in trauma in private practice. Dr. Jo's career was inspired by the psychologists who helped her when hospitalized for anorexia at twelve years old. She is a proud s...

Ep 103 Why Talk Therapy Isn't Enough to Heal Trauma with Mandy Wannarka

May 11, 2023 13:00 - 45 minutes - 31.4 MB

Interview with Mandy Wannarka about her holistic approach to trauma conscious care and perinatal mental health. Mandy Wannarka is a clinical social worker and Certified Perinatal Mental Health specialist (PMH-C) practicing as a psychotherapist in Coon Rapids, MN.  She is certified in EMDR, a trauma informed treatment modality that leverages the brain’s inherent capacity for healing with empirically validated studies to resolve trauma. She specializes in perinatal mental health with a focus...

Ep 102 Adapting Meditation Through a Trauma-Sensitive Lens with Stephanie Wagner

May 04, 2023 13:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MB

Interview with Stephanie Wagner about practicing trauma sensitive mindfulness through meditation and her techniques to teach others how to connect with meaning and purpose. STEPHANIE WAGNER, MA, MM, NBC-HWC, NETA-GEI Stephanie is a board-certified health and wellness coach, meditation teacher, curriculum designer and group fitness instructor with a masters degree in Integrative Health and Well-being Coaching from the Center for Spirituality and Healing at the University of Minnesota. Steph...

Ep 101 Safe Spaces for Radical Self-Awareness with Sierra Carter

April 27, 2023 13:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MB

Interview with Sierra Carter about her work in creating safe, accessible spaces for people to find peace and joy through purpose-driven, heart-centered organizations.  Sierra Carter is a spiritual entrepreneur, radical self-care facilitator and music executive who takes pride in finding balance and being grounded. As the founder of The Zen Bin + Heal MPLS, she has developed community and safe spaces across the Twin Cities with one intention in mind - supporting people as they pursue purpose...

Ep 100 Moving Towards Wholeness: Embodied Trauma Healing with Katrina Rachuy

April 13, 2023 13:00 - 30 minutes - 21.3 MB

Interview with Katrina Rachuy on her multidisciplinary approach to healing trauma and moving towards wholeness. Katrina is a multi disciplinary healer, her main modalities are acupuncture/bodywork and psycho-spiritual somatic coaching. You can find out more about her work at www.patchworkhealing.com. She lives and works in Imnizaska, an area of Mni Sota Makoce, which is commonly known as Saint Paul, MN.  Listeners can find Katrina at www.patchworkhealing.com and on instagram @patchworkhea...

Ep 99 Healing Mind, Body, and Soul for First Responders with Thomas Wurm

April 06, 2023 13:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MB

Interview with Thomas Wurm about how alternative mental health modalities heal trauma in the mind, body, and soul.   Thomas Wurm spent fifteen years in wildland fire with the U.S. Forest Service. He is the founder of Mountain Mind Tricks and became realigned as an entrepreneur, author, and alternative mental health practitioner after his healing crisis in 2015. Now, he is the leading voice in the wildland fire community in alternative mental health. Mountain Mind Tricks delivers Mental and...

Ep 98 A One-Stop-Shop for All Things Birth & Mom with Stephanie Sinclair

March 30, 2023 13:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MB

Interview with Stephanie Sinclair about the many ways moms can be cared for through their pregnancy and beyond. Stephanie is from Minnesota. She is a wife of 12 years to her husband, Brian, who is a Golf Professional. She is also a mom of three, including twins. She loves spending time with her family, nights out with her husband and scrapbooking getaways with her girlfriends. She is also pretty much obsessed with motherhood and thinks the world of other moms, babies, birth, and all things ...

Ep 98 A One-Stop-Shop for All Things Birth & Mom

March 30, 2023 13:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MB

Interview with Stephanie Sinclair about the many ways moms can be cared for through their pregnancy and beyond. Stephanie is from Minnesota. She is a wife of 12 years to her husband, Brian, who is a Golf Professional. She is also a mom of three, including twins. She loves spending time with her family, nights out with her husband and scrapbooking getaways with her girlfriends. She is also pretty much obsessed with motherhood and thinks the world of other moms, babies, birth, and all things ...

Ep 97 Holistic Care in and out of a Traditional Clinic with Katie Eagle

March 23, 2023 18:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MB

Interview with Dr. Katie Eagle about her work both in a traditional clinic and in her private practice to provide holistic, integrative care to her patients and clients. Dr. Katie Eagle is a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner who holds a doctoral degree in Nursing. She is a Board Certified Lactation Consultant, Regenerative Health Practitioner and Clinical Iriologist. She currently works at New Kingdom Healthcare and also owns her own holistic practice, Waning Moon Wellness.  When Katie isn’t in...

Ep 96 Doulas for Parents and Yoga for All with Sarah Longacre

March 17, 2023 00:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MB

Interview with Sarah Longacre about the challenges of being human and being a parent and how Blooma provides support for all.  Sarah Longacre, owner of Blooma prenatal & postnatal yoga and wellness studio, is a birth doula and yoga teacher who has nurtured, comforted, inspired and educated thousands of women on their pregnancy and mothering journeys. Sarah has always been fascinated by the beautiful, round bellies of expectant mothers and finds joy in empowering them through this transform...

Ep 95 Preconception to Postpartum with Eastern Medicine with Jessica Gustafson

March 09, 2023 14:00 - 41 minutes - 28.5 MB

Interview with Jessica Gustafson of Reverie Acupuncture to discuss how Eastern Medicine can support the journey from preconception to postpartum.  Jessica Gustafson is a licensed acupuncturist, herbalist, doula, and birth care giver in St. Paul, Minnesota. Since 2012 she has been a partner to women through massage, nutrition, traditional and modern medicines, helping them connect with their bodies, minds, and spirits. She interned at Masonic Children’s Hospital, the University of Minnesota...