Get In with Debbie Rosas

In this soulful episode of GET IN, I welcome Damian Jardim—culinary-trained chef, Nia White Belt teacher, and radiant guide of embodied self-healing.

Damian's journey is one of courageous transformation: from disconnection and perfectionism to a life rooted in joy, plant-based nourishment, and movement as medicine. Together, we explore what it means to listen deeply to the body, release the myth of the "perfect lifestyle," and embrace consistent, committed, imperfect action.

With grounded wisdom and heartfelt storytelling, Damian reveals how food can become a sacred, creative ritual; how Nia helped him reconnect to his body and self-trust; and why true well-being comes from listening within and creating a path that supports you at every stage of life.

In this conversation, you'll discover:

• Damian's powerful journey of food, body image, and radical self-healing

• The role of Nia and movement in returning to joy and embodiment

• Why letting go of perfectionism unlocks freedom and progress

• How to reclaim food as a ritual, a love language, and a spiritual act

Join us for an inspiring conversation that invites you to reclaim your body as a sacred vessel of wisdom, embrace nourishment in all its forms, and remember—there's no one right way to live… only your way.

Learn more about Damian Jardim:

Facebook + Instagram: @movementfood

Plant Based Moussaka Recipe

Learn more about Debbie Rosas:

www.debbierosas.com

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What if your body could speak in symbols, your business pulsed with purpose, and your leadership danced with the Earth?

In this episode of GET IN, I sit down with Karri Winn—regenerative designer, conviviologist, sensation scientist, and soul strategist—for an inspiring and thought-provoking conversation. Together we explore what it means to curate a conscious life, build systems that heal rather than harm, and design business and education from a place of embodiment, beauty, and biodiversity.

From sensation science to somatic storytelling, from the roots of permaculture to the wings of artistic expression, Karri shares her unique synthesis of the sacred and strategic. This conversation is an invitation to live, move, and lead with aliveness.

As Karri says, "I am a regenerative designer, conviviologist, meaning, entrepreneur, sustainability expert, social scientist, purpose technician, culture curator, permaculture designer, systems thinker, phenomenological artist, somatic movement teacher, creative strategist, sensation scientist and leader on a path of conscious evolution. I stand for Mother Earth."

Learn more about Karri Winn:

https://www.cultureconvivium.com/

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Learn more about Debbie Rosas:

www.debbierosas.com

www.nianow.com

www.niaondemand.com

In this episode of GET IN, I sit down with Cornelia Merk—holistic health practitioner, author, Nia teacher, and creator of TRIVAnetics—to explore the extraordinary power of the body-mind connection in healing chronic pain.

After experiencing spontaneous healing from debilitating shoulder and back pain, Cornelia dedicated her life to studying the intelligence of the body and the influence of thought on physical health.

Together, we unpack the myths of modern medicine, the epidemic of back pain, and why true healing begins not with treatment—but with awareness.

This conversation is a must for anyone navigating pain, seeking self-healing, or desiring to live fully in their body. Cornelia's story is a testament to what's possible when we shift from symptom-chasing to self-awareness, and from fear to inner trust.

Learn more about Cornelia Merk:

Facebook Page - Body Centered Transformation

Read Cornelia's book:

Revolutionize Your Health: How To Take Back Your Body's Power To Heal

Learn more about Debbie Rosas:

www.debbierosas.com

www.nianow.com

www.niaondemand.com

In this powerful and heart-opening episode of GET IN, I sit down with photographer and author Fritz Liedtke, whose book Skeleton in the Closet: Eating Disordered Lives gives voice and visibility to those living with anorexia and bulimia. Through raw storytelling and stunning portraiture, Fritz offers a deeply intimate look into the emotional, psychological, and societal roots of body image struggles.

Together, Debbie and Fritz explore:

• The invisible weight of body shame and societal expectations

• How trauma, silence, and early childhood experiences shape body perception

• The link between eating disorders and the need for control, love, and safety

• Why storytelling—and being seen—can spark healing and reclaim self-worth

Join us for an honest, tender, and illuminating conversation that unpacks the complex relationship we have with our bodies—and how compassion, connection, and truth can begin to transform pain into power.

Learn more about Fritz Liedtke:

www.fritzliedtke.com

Read Fritz's book:

Skeleton in the Closet: Eating Disordered Lives

Learn more about Debbie Rosas:

www.debbierosas.com

www.nianow.com

www.niaondemand.com

In this episode of GET IN, I sit down with Sarah Marshank—visionary author of Redefining Being Selfish: My Journey from Escort to Monk to Me, and founder of Selfistry—to explore how the body and life are not obstacles to awakening, but profound gateways to becoming an empowered, evolving spiritual being.

Together, we dive into what it truly means to live in alignment with the feminine and masculine energies of today's world. Beyond outdated definitions, toward a new, integrated vision of wholeness. We reflect on what it means to be a woman in this time: not just empowered, but fluid, receptive, and fierce in her devotion to change, to embodiment, and to co-creating a world rooted in presence and possibility.

Sarah shares wisdom from nearly a decade in solo retreat—not in a monastery, but through embodied, everyday inquiry. Her journey reminds us that evolution isn't about escape or perfection—it's about meeting ourselves exactly as we are and choosing to grow with grace. Her body became her teacher, her temple, and her map for navigating the spiritual terrain of being human.

In this soul-stirring conversation, we talk about:

• Embodied spirituality as a way of life

• Embracing the dance of feminine and masculine within us all

• The sacredness of relationships and our evolving roles

• Radical self-acceptance and the power of not knowing

• Creating a new empowered version of "self" to meet the challenges of our time

This episode is a call to presence. To live and lead from wholeness. To honor change as sacred. And to courageously step into a new way of being—one that makes the world better through the integrity of our embodiment and the curiosity of our becoming.

Learn more about Sarah Marshank:

Selfistry

Read Sarahs's books:

Selfistry: A Guide to Embodying Timeless Spiritual Wisdom

Redefining Being Self-ish: My Journey from Escort to Monk to Me

Learn more about Debbie Rosas:

www.debbierosas.com

www.nianow.com

www.niaondemand.com

Join me as I dive deep into the transformative power of movement and mindfulness with those who have embraced the Nia way of life. In this episode, I sit down with Dave Herndon—a Nia training graduate and dedicated Nia practitioner, healer, and FreeDance facilitator whose journey through Nia has been nothing short of life-changing.

From surviving a toxic work environment to reinventing his life in a new country, Dave discovered how Nia could be more than just exercise—it became his anchor, his Flow Dojo, and his path to healing. Now, as a man thriving in a practice traditionally dominated by women, Dave Herndon shares how guiding FreeDance and studying Flow theory have helped him reclaim his body and spirit.

Tune in to hear Dave's inspiring story of how Nia became his lifeline during challenging times, his journey to becoming a facilitator, and his insights on being a healer in today's world of unrest. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to connect more deeply with their body, embrace Flow, and find peace in movement.

Step into the story of transformation—one that shows how Nia is not just a practice but a way of life.

Learn more about Dave Herndon:

Sign up to attend Dave's classes on the first and third Fridays of each month:

Studio Nia Santa Fe

Learn more about Debbie Rosas:

www.debbierosas.com

www.nianow.com

www.niaondemand.com

What if the way we deal with conflict could become a path to connection, growth, and transformation?

In this powerful episode of GET IN, I sit down with visionary activist, author, and MacArthur "Genius" Fellow Loretta J. Ross—whose groundbreaking book Calling In: How to Start Making Change with Those You'd Rather Cancel is more than a guide. It's a lifeline.

For over five decades, Loretta has been at the forefront of change—facing down injustice, challenging movements from the inside out, and now leading a revolution in how we communicate across differences. In a time where cancel culture and conflict dominate public discourse, Loretta offers a radical alternative: Calling In—a humanistic, actionable practice of confronting harm with accountability, compassion, and respect.

Together, we explore:

• What it really means to "call in" vs. "call out"

• How anger, blame, and shame keep us from evolving

• Tools for transforming confrontation into a constructive force

• Why conflict doesn't mean disconnection

• How this work is essential for personal health, social healing, and cultural survival

Whether you've been on the receiving end of cancellation, afraid to speak up, or unsure how to bridge divides, this conversation will leave you feeling seen, resourced, and inspired to stay in the room—and in the relationship.

"Calling In is not a trend. It's a way of being. A path for healing ourselves and the world."

Learn more about Loretta J. Ross:

www.lorettajross.com

Read Loretta's books:

Calling In: How to Start Making Change with Those You'd Rather Cancel

Radical Reproductive Justice: Foundation, Theory, Practice, Critique

Undivided Rights: Women of Color Organizing for Reproductive Justice

Learn more about Debbie Rosas:

www.debbierosas.com

www.nianow.com

www.niaondemand.com

In this episode, we explore the art of living, moving, sensing, and becoming with today's guest, the brilliant and deeply insightful Dr. Joanne Avison, author of Myofascial Magic in Action.

In this soul-stirring conversation, Joanne takes us on a journey through the living terrain of the body, inviting us to rediscover ourselves—not as machines, but as unified beings of body, mind, emotions, and spirit.

Joanne calls metaphor a bridge—a sacred structure that carries us from the realm of abstract thought into the embodied wisdom of lived experience. Through this bridge, we navigate what I call Yin-sight: the subtle feminine way of seeing and sensing, rooted in fluidity, sensation, and stillness.

Together, we reflect on:

• What it means to live in a world that still defines the body through the mechanistic metaphors of the past.

• The archetypal story of Pinocchio, and how Myofascial Magic in Action offers us all the wish to finally be whole.

• How metaphor reveals the magic within the mundane, the sacred in the simple, and the healing hidden in the body's knowing.

Joanne shares her collaborations with leading thinkers and somatic pioneers and challenges us to reconsider the very paradigms that have shaped anatomy and movement education for over 400 years.

This episode is a call to awaken—a call to feel more, to see differently, and to remember that the body is not a thing, but a living story. Enter the realm where science meets soul, where form meets function, and where the mundane becomes magical.

Learn more about Joanne Avison:

www.myofascialmagic.com

www.joanneavison.com

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Read Joanne's books:

Yoga Fascia Anatomy and Movement

Myofascial Magic in Action: For Yoga, Pilates and Other Movement Teachers

Also Check out The Joanne Avison Podcast available at myofascialmagic.com and joanneavison.com

Learn more about Debbie Rosas:

www.debbierosas.com

www.nianow.com

www.niaondemand.com

In this unforgettable Mother's Day edition of GET IN, I sit down with two remarkable women—Ingrid Van Ginkel, daughter of a pioneering spirit, and her own daughter, Debbie-Lee Van Ginkel, Nia Teacher and Trainer—to celebrate the extraordinary life of Yvonne Van den Dool: South Africa's first commercial woman pilot, and a trailblazing mother and grandmother.

From cycling miles to afford flying lessons to smashing altitude records in a Tiger Moth, Yvonne Van den Dool defied expectations and soared in skies that once excluded women. She flew, and lived with grit, grace, and unshakable resolve. Her legacy lives on through her family, the book Aprons to Aeroplanes, and every woman bold enough to break the mold.

Join us as we explore:

• How Yvonne challenged a world that told her to marry, not fly

• Her daring flights over the Kariba Dam and the Basutoland Mountains

• The wisdom passed from mother to daughter across generations

• What it means to raise daughters to fly—both literally and in life

Read Yvonne Van den Dool's book:

Aprons to Aeroplanes: A Woman's Journey Through the World of Aviation

Learn more about Debbie Rosas:

www.debbierosas.com

www.nianow.com

www.niaondemand.com

Join me in this powerful episode, where I sit down with Andre Humphrey, the visionary behind Inner-City Bliss, a nonprofit organization based in Oakland, California, dedicated to bringing meaningful change to Black and Brown communities living in inner cities.

Hear how through Inner-City Bliss, Andre champions trauma-informed education, mindfulness practices, and holistic learning experiences that touch the lives of children, adults, families, schools, corporations, and community organizations. Learn how his work offers practical tools for healing and personal growth, rooted in the belief that putting people first is the key to building resilient and empowered communities.

Andre's journey is one of profound transformation. Raised by a single mother in an environment marked by abuse, racism, and oppression, he understands the weight of trauma firsthand, and the courage it takes to overcome it. His own lived experience fuels his passion to break the stigma around mental health and advocate for community healing.

Driven by a mission to foster creativity, connection, and empowerment on a global scale, Andre envisions a future where over a billion people are inspired to create, share, and thrive. In this episode, he shares his story, his purpose, and the impactful work of Inner-City Bliss.

Learn more about Andre Humphrey:

Inner-City Bliss

Learn more about Debbie Rosas:

www.debbierosas.com

www.nianow.com

www.niaondemand.com