In this powerful episode of the Brainz Magazine Podcast, Dr. Celeste Birkhofer joins Mark Sephton to share her 40 years of psychological wisdom, to explore why taking good care of your mental health should be as crucial as taking care of your physical health, how to develop inner strength and “wise self,” and the importance of compassion and authenticity for healing and personal growth in both ourselves and others.

We discover the following:

1. “Your Mental Health Matters”: Why It Deserves the Same Good Care as Physical Health
2. Beyond Quick Fixes - Building Inner Resources for Meaningful Personal Transformation 
3. Developing Your ‘Wise Self’: The Key to Mediating Between Emotional and Rational Input
4. Turning Pain into Purpose — How Loss Inspired a Lifelong Mission to Help Others Heal & Grow
5. Kindness, Compassion, and Connection: The Next Leap in Mental Health Awareness

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This is a special edition of the Brainz Podcast with Viviana Castaneda and Jacqui Coutts.

In this episode, From Overwhelm to Clarity: A Content Creation Story, Viviana Castaneda and Jacqui Coutts talk about transforming your content cycle.

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Tan Chrissis is a global entrepreneur, mindset coach, speaker, and founder of Cognitive Verse, a pioneering platform that merges cognitive science with practical frameworks to help individuals and organizations achieve sustainable high performance. Through his work — including the Optimal Mind App — Tan empowers people to align ambition with purpose, build resilience, and thrive across all areas of life.

In this episode, Mark Sephton talks with Tan Chrissis about how cognitive technology, early imprinting, and brain optimisation can unlock greater visibility, expression, and impact in business.

We discover the following: 

1. The Origin of Visibility: How Our Earliest Imprints Shape How We Show Up in Business Today
2. Why Entrepreneurs Stay Hidden — and How to Reclaim Your Right To Be Seen
3. The Energetic Birth of Visibility: What You Were Given Before You Could Even Speak
4. From Invisibility To Impact: Healing The Early Imprints That Silence Your Voice
5. Where Visibility Truly Begins: Why Business Success Starts Before You Enter The Marketplace

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Kathleen Johnson does not have a traditional Human Resources background in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). She is an artist first and is based in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. 2021 was the first time she had worked in corporate since the mid-90s, having pursued a career in film and television after staying home with her 5 children for 10 years. Today, she is the founder and CEO of Kreativ Culture Strategies and a Senior Advisor of DEI in healthcare. Thinking Outside the Boardroom: Creative Solutions in DEI and Anti-racism is her latest book, published in 2025. She is an instructor at Simon Fraser University, contributes monthly to Brainz Magazine, has a podcast called The Kreactivators, is one of Canada’s Top 100 Black Women to Watch for 2025, and has worked on major feature films and with artists like Ben Affleck. Kathleen is also a stand-up comedian and uses it as a technique in creative engagement on social justice. She has a degree from Carleton University in Sociology and Anthropology, a DEI certificate from Cornell University, and a makeup arts diploma from CMU College of Makeup Art and Design.

In this episode, Mark Sephton talks with Kathleen Johnson, DEI expert, creative strategist, and author of Thinking Outside the Boardroom, about how creativity and courage can drive meaningful cultural change. Together, they explore the power of reflection, play, and purpose in building more inclusive and human-centered workplaces.

In this episode, we discover the following: 

1. The Art of Building a Plane While Flying It.
2. From Resistance to Readiness.
3. The Inner Work of Leadership.
4. Play, Creativity, and Connection in DEI.
5. Turning Awareness into Action.

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In this exclusive Brainz Magazine Podcast, Dr. Pedro Valente joins Mark Sephton to share how personal loss, medical expertise, and entrepreneurial drive fused into a global mission to make evidence-based skin wellness visible, accessible, and transformative.

In this episode, we discover the following: 

1. From Medicine to Entrepreneurship.
2. Listening Creates Innovation.
3. Fighting Fads with Facts.
4. Purpose Through Loss.
5. AI, Longevity & The Future of Wellness.

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Today on the Brainz Magazine Podcast, Mark Sephton sits down with Vanessa Rose Chykerda, a passionate hairstylist and educator who believes beauty begins from within. From styling her parents’ hair as a young girl to empowering others across the beauty industry, Vanessa shares how passion, purpose, and authenticity can transform both appearance and self-worth.

In this episode, we discover the following: 

1. Turning a Childhood Hobby into a Lifelong Career
2. The Power of Support and Mentorship in Building Success
3. Hairstyling as Emotional and Transformative Work
4. Education as the Key to Growth and Industry Respect
5. Inspiring Beauty from the Inside Out

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In this episode of the Brains Magazine podcast, host Mark Sephton speaks with Tatiana Goded, a certified life coach and NLP practitioner, about the significance of self-discovery, especially during midlife. Tatiana shares insights on the importance of recognizing and overcoming limiting beliefs, the role of joy in achieving fulfillment, and the necessity of reconnecting with forgotten passions. Through her experiences and the development of her five-week course, she emphasizes the value of creativity and personal growth in leading a fulfilling life. For more info: https://puiakiprecious.com/

In this episode, we discover the following: 

1. Midlife as a Gateway to Self-Discovery.
2. Breaking Free from Limiting Beliefs.
3. Finding Joy and Fulfillment Within.
4. Reconnecting with Creativity and Passion.

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In this episode of the Brains Magazine podcast, Mark Sephton interviews Erem Latif, an international business innovation advisor. They discuss the concept of time, the importance of mindset in achieving goals, and the Helix of HealthTM, which emphasizes the balance of mind, body, and soul. Erem shares insights on conscious engagement, the challenges faced by women leaders, and the significance of authenticity in leadership.

In this episode, we discover the following:

1. The Science of Energetics and Leadership.
2. The Helix of Health: Mind, Body, and Soul Alignment.
3. The Power of Conscious Engagement.
4. Women, Identity, and Authentic Leadership.
5. Unplugging from Hustle Culture.

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Stormy Wellington is a powerhouse in the world of mindset mastery, wealth-building, and spiritual leadership. She coaches and mentors women around the globe to rise emotionally, spiritually, and financially. From humble beginnings to becoming a globally recognized leader, Stormy built her legacy through resilience, boldness, and a fierce commitment to truth. She has mentored over 139 women into millionaire status and continues to lead a movement focused on generational impact. She is the founder of Girl Hold My Hand, a coaching and accountability sisterhood, and creator of Stormy Speaks AI, an on-demand digital mentoring tool. Her work spans mindset, business, spiritual alignment, and legacy-building. 

Stormy’s voice is unapologetic, her message is bold, and her mission is clear: help women activate their fullest potential. She doesn’t just motivate — she activates.

In this episode, we discover the following:

  1. Stormy’s strategies for making $50 million in 5 easy steps.

  2. Why Stormy believes EVERYONE should be rich. 

  3. How can we better know ourselves and love ourselves? 

  4. Why Stormy believes she is built differently and leads differently.

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In this episode of the Brains Magazine podcast, Mark Sephton interviews Alexa Starks, founder of Executive Moms, who discusses the importance of creating parent-friendly workplace cultures. Alexa shares her personal experiences and insights on how organizations can better support working parents through flexible policies, empathy in management, and the need for training in leadership roles. The conversation highlights the barriers to implementing these changes and the significant impact of poor support on parents in the workforce. Alexa emphasizes the importance of open communication and providing tools for both managers and employees to foster a supportive environment.

In this episode, we discover:

1. Parenthood reshapes identity — and workplaces must adapt.
2. Parent-forward culture is about flexibility for everyone.
3. Managers need training, not just policies.
4. Flexibility builds trust and loyalty.
5. Culture change starts with language.

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