Heal 2 Feel with Liat Gerszt & Mercedes Javid

ENCORE: In Part 1 of our highly anticipated conversation with Jeff Lewis (with Shane Douglas by his side), we go beyond the headlines and into the human behind the voice.Jeff opens up about friendship fallouts, being labeled “the villain” on reality TV, and the hard-earned shift from caring what everyone thinks to protecting his peace. He shares the story of coming out, navigating family dynamics, losing his mother at 18, and how those early experiences shaped his drive, independence, and relationships.We also talk about the power of truth (and why lying is Jeff’s biggest trigger), boundaries, therapy, fatherhood, and how Monroe changed everything.In this episode, we cover:Jeff’s “accidental” path into fame and becoming the breakout of a teaser reelHandling criticism, public perception, and why he lives in a “bubble” nowComing out: when he knew, how his family reacted, and what surprised him mostLosing his mom at 18 and the guilt he carried (plus a powerful reframing)Being left alone at 13, growing independence, and how it connects to attachmentBoundaries, friendship breakups, and the one person he admits he still missesDating, love languages, and what Jeff wants now vs. 10 years agoShane’s perspective: working with Jeff, the “extra step” mindset, and the funny daily quirksA tease for Part 2: Scary Sherri + a reading you will not see comingNext episode:Part 2 drops next week and includes Scary Sherri + psychic readings Jeff & Shane won’t forget.Guest Info / Contact (Public)Jeff LewisInstagram: @jljefflewisThe Jeff Lewis Channel: SiriusXM Ch. 789Website: Jeff Lewis CompanyShane DouglasInstagram: @shane.douglas

Actor, comedian, writer, and producer Jamie Kennedy joins Heal 2 Feel for a hilarious, candid, and unexpectedly vulnerable conversation that goes far beyond Hollywood.

Jamie takes us back to the beginning of his career—from growing up outside Philadelphia and discovering acting to moving to Los Angeles with almost nothing and refusing to give up after rejection after rejection.

He shares the incredible story of landing background work on Dead Poets Society, finding himself on set alongside Robin Williams, struggling to get representation, working in telemarketing and delivering food while pursuing acting, and even creating an alter ego named “Marty Power” to help get himself in front of Hollywood agents.

But this conversation quickly goes much deeper.

Jamie opens up about growing up as the youngest of six children, feeling misunderstood, dealing with criticism, experiencing serious health challenges early in his career, and how those experiences shaped the comedian and person he became.

He also gets candid about how dramatically Hollywood has changed. Jamie shares his thoughts on celebrity culture, reality TV, social media, why popularity has become its own form of currency, and why authenticity may be more important than ever.

And, of course, Jeff Lewis comes up.

Jamie talks about what makes Jeff so compelling, his chemistry with Mercedes Javid, and why being completely yourself—even when people don't agree with you—is often what makes someone the most interesting to watch.

Later, the conversation takes an unexpectedly emotional turn as Jamie reflects on losing his parents, getting older, relationships, companionship, and realizing that achievements and success aren't necessarily the things that matter most.

After decades of chasing the next opportunity, Jamie says he's reached a point where human connection has become one of the most important things in his life.

And before the episode ends, the conversation turns toward Jamie's future—with a few unexpected predictions involving writing, Calabasas, marriage…and maybe even a baby. 👀

In this episode:

• Jamie's unconventional journey from Pennsylvania to Hollywood

• Getting his first taste of filmmaking on Dead Poets Society

• Meeting Robin Williams on set

• Surviving years of rejection and struggling financially in Los Angeles

• The wild “Marty Power” story and how Jamie hustled his way into meetings

• Why Jamie believes having a fallback plan can work against an artist

• His early stand-up comedy career

• The serious kidney condition he faced while struggling financially

• Growing up as the youngest of six children

• How criticism and family dynamics shaped him

• His friendship with Jeff Lewis

• Why Jamie believes authenticity is so powerful

• Reality TV, influencers and the changing definition of celebrity

• Why today's entertainers need to build their own audiences

• Jamie's thoughts on the current state of Hollywood

• Losing his parents and reevaluating what matters

• His relationship and thoughts about marriage and children

• What's next for Jamie personally and professionally

• And the surprising prediction about his next chapter

This is Jamie Kennedy beyond the characters, movies and comedy—a funny, raw and surprisingly heartfelt conversation about ambition, rejection, identity, connection and figuring out what really matters when the chase for success begins to change.

🎧 Listen now to Heal2Feel wherever you get your podcasts and watch the full conversation on YouTube.

What does it really take to heal from trauma—and who can you become when you finally give yourself permission to be free?

In this deeply personal episode of Heal2Feel, actress, activist and healing advocate AnnaLynne McCord opens up about her journey through childhood trauma, sexual abuse, dissociation and ultimately discovering a path toward healing.

Best known for her roles in Nip/Tuck and 90210, AnnaLynne shares a side of herself that goes far beyond what audiences have seen on screen. She discusses being diagnosed with dissociative identity disorder (DID), the memories that resurfaced in adulthood, and how understanding her mind and body helped her begin putting the pieces of herself back together.

AnnaLynne also takes us inside the many approaches she has explored along the way—from neuroscience and traditional therapies to Reiki, breathwork, spirituality and plant medicine—and explains why she believes healing is never a one-size-fits-all process.

The conversation goes even deeper into the ways trauma can live in the body, intimacy and sexuality after abuse, our relationships with our parents, motherhood, forgiveness, self-worth and the patterns we unknowingly carry into adulthood.

And perhaps most importantly, AnnaLynne shares a powerful message for anyone who has experienced abuse or trauma: healing is possible, and the life waiting on the other side may be one you can't yet imagine.

In this episode:

• AnnaLynne’s childhood and leaving home at 15
• Her experience with childhood sexual abuse and resurfaced memories
• Being diagnosed with dissociative identity disorder (DID)
• How dissociation can act as a form of protection
• Why she believes “the glue is love” when healing fractured parts of ourselves
• Neuroscience, Reiki, breathwork, spirituality and other healing modalities she has explored
• How trauma can show up in the body and relationships
• Sexuality, intimacy and reclaiming your body after trauma
• Forgiveness—and why AnnaLynne’s definition of it has changed
• Mother wounds, family patterns and generational healing
• Turning pain into purpose
• Giving yourself permission to finally set yourself free

A note to listeners: This episode includes candid discussion of childhood sexual abuse, trauma, dissociation and sexual experiences. Please listen with care.

Connect with AnnaLynne McCord:
Instagram: @theannalynnemccord

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We’re getting ready to bring you a brand-new season of Heal2Feel with new conversations, new guests, and more of the honest, thought-provoking discussions you love.

While we get ready, we’re bringing back one of our favorite conversations. In this encore episode, hypnotherapist Joe Tabbanella joins Heal2Feel for a fascinating deep dive into the subconscious mind, manifestation, relationships, limiting beliefs, and our ability to create meaningful change in our lives.

What if the patterns keeping you stuck aren’t permanent — but simply programs your mind has learned along the way?

After experiencing his own remarkable journey with visualization and manifestation, Joe became fascinated with understanding why these practices can work. That curiosity ultimately led him to the Hypnosis Motivation Institute and a career in hypnotherapy, where he has conducted thousands of sessions helping people better understand and shift deeply ingrained patterns.

Joe explains the difference between simply thinking about change and creating an experience powerful enough for the subconscious mind to begin responding differently.

In this encore episode, we explore:

• How Joe’s incredible lottery story sparked his lifelong study of manifestation
• What hypnotherapy actually is — and how it differs from traditional talk therapy
• Why visualization alone may not be enough to create change
• How limiting beliefs and childhood experiences can shape adult behavior
• Why we can repeatedly attract the same types of relationships
• How unresolved emotions can keep us stuck in familiar patterns
• The importance of surrender, acceptance, and learning to sit with discomfort
• Why getting specific about what you want matters when manifesting
• How to reverse-engineer a seemingly impossible goal into achievable steps
• The difference between being driven by fear and moving toward s

Joe also shares practical techniques for recognizing old emotional patterns without allowing them to dictate your next move — and explains why creating a clear internal picture of the life, career, or relationship you want can be an important first step toward changing what you accept in the present.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, repeated the same relationship patterns, struggled with limiting beliefs, or wondered whether manifestation is more than simply “thinking positively,” this encore conversation offers a completely different way to look at the power of the mind.

Connect with Joe Tabbanella

Learn more about Joe, The TAB Technique, courses, workshops, and hypnotherapy sessions at TheTABTechnique.com.

IG: joetabbanella

Connect with Heal2Feel

Instagram: @H2FPOD

Follow Heal2Feel so you don’t miss the return of our brand-new season, coming soon!

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In this powerful encore episode, we sit down with Lila Dayani, a genetic counselor and founder of Genevieve Health, and Stephanie Levich, founder of Family Match Consulting, to break down the often misunderstood world of fertility, genetics, IVF, and surrogacy.

From the emotional reality of infertility to the science behind genetic testing, this conversation sheds light on the paths so many families take—but few openly discuss.

Stephanie shares how she helps intended parents navigate surrogacy with confidence, turning fear into clarity during one of life’s most vulnerable journeys. As she says, “it’s really frickin scary… you’re envisioning a stranger carrying your baby” — but with the right guidance, that fear transforms into trust.

Lila dives into the importance of proactive genetic testing—before pregnancy—and how having the right information can be life-changing (and even life-saving).

MJ opens up about her own deeply personal fertility journey, reminding us that there is no shame in how you build your family—only strength, resilience, and love.

This episode is for anyone who:

• Is thinking about starting a family
• Has struggled with infertility
• Is curious about IVF, surrogacy, or genetic testing
• Or simply wants to feel less alone in the process

✨ However your family comes to be… your journey is valid.

TIMESTAMPS

• 00:00 – Why surrogacy can feel overwhelming (and how to navigate it)
• 02:00 – Meet Lila & Stephanie + their backgrounds
• 05:00 – What is genetic counseling (and why it matters)
• 10:00 – IVF misconceptions & fertility realities
• 14:00 – MJ’s personal fertility journey + breaking stigma
• 18:00 – Stephanie’s story & why she built Family Match
• 21:00 – Surrogacy timelines, process & expectations
• 24:00 – Emotional + physical realities of pregnancy complications
• 30:00 – IVF as a “battle” — mental, physical & spiritual
• 35:00 – Cost of surrogacy & accessibility challenges
• 40:00 – What makes a qualified surrogate
• 45:00 – Why genetic testing can save lives
• 50:00 – Listening to your intuition in pregnancy & health
• 55:00 – Building Genevieve Health + proactive care
• 58:00 – Final thoughts: releasing shame around family building

CONTACT INFO

Lila Dayani
Founder, Genevieve Health
🌐 https://genevievehealth.com

Stephanie Levich
Founder, Family Match Consulting
🌐 https://familymatchconsulting.com

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In this powerful encore episode, hypnotherapist Lisa Machenberg (aka The HypnoMom) joins MJ and Liat for a mind-expanding conversation on the subconscious mind, relationships, and the unseen forces shaping our lives.

Lisa shares her incredible personal story of IVF, soul connections, and how her children—and even embryos—found their way back to her in the most unexpected way. The conversation dives deep into the mind-body connection, the science and magic behind hypnosis, and how our thoughts directly impact our physical and emotional reality.

From healing migraines with visualization to redefining relationships through her “thinkers vs. feelers” framework, Lisa gives practical tools to improve communication, intimacy, and connection.

If you’ve ever struggled in relationships, felt stuck in patterns, or wondered how powerful your mind really is—this episode will change the way you see everything.

TIMESTAMPS

• 00:00 – How to improve your relationship (one simple shift)
• 00:42 – Meet Lisa Machenberg (The HypnoMom)
• 01:22 – IVF journey, triplets & the mind-body connection
• 04:23 – The “soul” moment that led to her third child
• 06:40 – Her daughter’s shocking past-life memory
• 08:41 – The embryos story that will blow your mind
• 10:10 – Long-lost biological siblings reconnect
• 14:01 – Soul contracts & trusting timing in life
• 17:16 – Hypnosis for pain management (real-life demo)
• 21:26 – The power of your mind on your body
• 23:20 – Thinkers vs. Feelers in relationships
• 26:40 – Why couples fight (and how to fix it)
• 27:31 – The TRUE definition of love
• 30:38 – The “7-day relationship experiment”
• 32:49 – Parenting truth: kids mirror YOU
• 34:02 – The 4 steps to abundance
• 37:54 – Why willpower fails (88% vs 12% brain)
• 40:01 – Emotional eating & unmet needs
• 49:08 – Sex, rejection & relationship dynamics
• 53:37 – Scheduling intimacy (yes, really)
• 57:35 – How to fight the RIGHT way
• 58:44 – Where to find Lisa + final takeaways

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Encore: Doug Boudin joins Heal 2 Feel for a candid, funny, and unexpectedly heartfelt conversation that goes far beyond what listeners usually hear on Jeff Lewis Live.

In this episode, Doug opens up about growing up in New York, knowing he was different from an early age, coming out after college, and what it’s been like to build a full life rooted in curiosity, humor, friendship, and authenticity. He shares stories about family, first crushes, past relationships, heartbreak, and the kind of partner he’d still love to find.

Doug also talks about how he first connected with Jeff Lewis, what it’s really like being part of the Jeff Lewis Live universe, how he handles teasing and criticism, and why the joy of live radio has become such a meaningful creative outlet for him.

The conversation also dives into Doug’s love of cooking, his Instagram live series Cook & Kibbitz, his truffle salt collaboration, and the career dreams he’s still manifesting — from lasting love to a series regular role.

It’s warm, witty, vulnerable, and full of the exact charm that has made Doug such a beloved voice.

00:00 Doug’s charm, humor, and why everyone loves him
02:30 First time in Calabasas and the gate drama
04:00 Accents, languages, and Doug’s love of words
05:55 Doug reveals his full name and unusual middle name
07:30 Why Doug knows so much: music, memory, and lifelong learning
10:30 Growing up in New York and family dynamics
12:25 Doug’s parents, his father’s passing, and his childhood home life
15:50 When Doug first knew he was different
17:10 Coming out, early crushes, and first celebrity attractions
20:20 Doug’s past relationships, including dating a rabbi
23:40 Does Doug want a life partner?
24:20 Solo travel, companionship, and building a life you enjoy now
25:50 Doug describes his ideal man
27:45 Cooking, etiquette, and how his mom shaped his food world
29:40 How Doug met Jeff Lewis
32:30 What Doug loves most about being on Jeff Lewis Live
35:35 Does Jeff ever take the teasing too far?
36:45 Hate messages, homophobia, and staying authentic
40:15 Doug’s closest friendships from the Jeff Lewis world
43:45 Mary, F, Kill: Jeff Lewis Live edition
45:50 The chumps Doug misses most
48:20 If Doug could change one thing about Jeff Lewis Live
49:20 Doug’s biggest fears: death, pain, and poverty
50:00 Doug’s dream career and what he still wants most
51:00 Doug’s day job in LGBTQ+ marketing
53:05 Cook & Kibbitz, truffle salt, and where to follow Doug

Doug Boudin appears to use the handle @doug_boudin and promotes Cook & Kibbitz there; his truffle salt collaboration is sold through Saltery.

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Hosts: Liat Gerszt & Mercedes “MJ” Javid
Production: Sylvirgale Productions
Drops: Wednesdays (subscribe for weekly releases)

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Encore airing: Scary Sherri is back — and she’s as scary accurate as ever. After 15+ years reading Liat (and plenty of Jeff), Sherri joins Jeff Lewis for an encore episode and gives MJ her first-ever reading… and it gets REAL.

In this episode, MJ hears unexpected truths about generational karma and her son, why she’s being pushed to open her heart, and how healing her relationship with her mom is part of breaking the cycle. Plus, Jeff can’t resist asking about love… and Sherri has thoughts.

• 00:00 Why she’s called “Scary Sherri” (scary accurate)

• 00:58 Jeff’s take on psychics + manifesting (and not taking the advice 😅)

• 02:26 What makes this reading different: MJ’s first time, authentic on-air

• 04:19 MJ’s reading begins (energy shuffle + intention)

• 05:16 Karma + her son: patterns repeating through generations

• 06:23 “Open your heart” (beyond money) + compassion as a practice

• 12:00 Forgive your mom + release the past (breaking the cycle)

• 14:17 Why this season feels pivotal (karma/years ahead)

• 17:11 Can MJ get the love she needs? (relationship reality check)

• 19:08 Liat translates: nurture connections, “smell the roses”

• 19:49 Jeff love convo begins 👀 (“Was Jeff ever in love?”)

• 28:16 Jeff’s deeper takeaway: giving love vs receiving it back

• 31:12 Sherri calls out healing after heartbreak + what comes next

• 35:28 The big message: MJ’s choices model “real love” for her son

• 40:43 Where to book Sherri + show wrap / CTAs

Jeff Lewis

• Instagram: @jljefflewis

• Business inquiries: [email protected]

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Parenting today feels different — because it is.

In this deeply honest and eye-opening episode, family coach Sean Donohue joins Heal 2 Feel to unpack modern parenting struggles: strong-willed kids, boundaries, shame, divorce, discipline, and the fear of "messing them up."

With over 20 years of experience coaching families and millions of monthly views across social media, Sean shares practical scripts, emotional tools, and mindset shifts that help parents lead with both connection and strength.

This conversation gets real:

• The difference between gentle and strong parenting

• Why "it's not about the green plate"

• How to teach trust and boundaries

• Raising resilient kids without creating entitlement

• Handling divorce conversations with young children

• The inner work parents must do first

• If you've ever wondered:

  "Am I doing this right?"
  "Did I just screw up my kid?"
  "How do I say no without shame?"
  "How do I raise strong but kind humans?"

  This episode is for you.

  Because parenting isn't about perfection.
  It's about connection, leadership, and growth.

  Timestamps

  00:00 The bar is raised: modern parenting & breaking cycles
  02:19 The fear of shaping your child's subconscious
  04:07 Sean's origin story — from Supernanny to family coach
  08:27 "You can't control your child. You can control yourself."
  10:35 The strong-willed, sensitive child conversation
  15:24 Gentle vs authoritarian parenting — finding the balance
  17:28 The 7-second boundary script for persistent kids
  19:40 Role play: teaching kids to honor boundaries
  22:08 Divorce & young children — using the word "confusing"
  24:59 Why hiding your emotions from your kids isn't healthy
  29:20 Showing your humanity builds deeper connection
  33:44 The estrangement generation & staying connected long-term
  37:55 The "monitor lizard" story — saying yes vs sticking to no
  44:43 Are we raising entitled kids? Money & overindulgence
  48:20 Empathetic limits: how to say no with connection
  53:00 It's not about the plate — it's about trust
  59:15 Why saying no can feel emotionally loaded
  1:03:50 Scripts to pause before reacting
  1:07:00 "Connection before correction"
  1:13:07 Delayed gratification & building long-term resilience

   

  Connect with Sean Donohue
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.familycoach/
• Podcast: The Sean Donohue Show: https://www.parentingmodernteens.com/podcast
• Website: https://www.parentingmodernteens.com/
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Kimberly Meredith joins Heal 2 Feel to share the incredible story behind her near-death experience (2012), the return of her childhood gifts, and how she understands healing through "God as energy," intuition, and the 5th dimension. The conversation explores her early paranormal experiences, why she suppressed her abilities, her nursing + Hollywood medical-tech career, and the moment everything changed. Kimberly also offers practical ways to "stay healed," talks collective shifts (Aquarian Age / shedding seasons), and gives a powerful intuitive moment for the hosts.

Quick note: This episode includes spiritual perspectives and personal experiences and is not a substitute for medical advice.

00:00 Kimberly on healing "through the energy outside" / Holy Spirit as energy
00:00:31 Welcome back + hosts intro
00:00:47 Guest intro + Kimberly's credentials + book spotlight
00:01:43 Kimberly's story begins: near-death experience (2012) setup
00:02:11 "Were you born with the blinking?" Childhood gifts confirmed
00:03:01 Paranormal experiences + bond with grandmother
00:04:15 Feeling different as a kid + spirituality in school
00:05:38 What "blinking" actually means + suppressing it at age 7
00:05:58 Nursing path + still hearing "whispers" from spirit
00:07:10 Hollywood medical tech life (sets, accuracy, writing)
00:08:02 Cedars trauma unit stories + miracles + patients
00:10:19 Supervisor notices Kimberly's instinct to help beyond her assignment
00:11:23 Burning the candle at both ends + caretaking + survival mode
00:12:41 The accident: car door hits her + concussion/hematoma
00:14:26 Symptoms worsen + collapse + rushed to hospital
00:15:52 Near-death experience begins
00:16:19 What she recalls: father, light through eyes, physical sensations
00:17:14 A woman appears in her NDE + "You're safe"
00:18:04 "Get it off me" — the light/energy pressing on her chest
00:19:34 Waking up knowing life won't be the same
00:21:09 Recovery: speech + mobility challenges + hospital rehab
00:22:39 Gifts return: blinking resumes after coming home
00:23:47 "You healed yourself" — Kimberly explains how
00:24:27 Discovered at home + healing begins (hands-on, prayer)
00:26:48 First major proof: "I'm healed… surgery canceled"
00:28:42 Word spreads fast — daily visitors + scanning medical intuition
00:30:06 She wasn't charging for years (donation-based early period)
00:31:15 What is the 5th dimension? (and why it matters)
00:33:25 3D vs 5D examples (fear vs love/kindness/simplicity)
00:34:19 Miracle healings + mindset + "We all can have miracle healings"
00:35:35 Wayne Dyer example + "I am well" mindset
00:36:21 Affirmations + staying in the frequency
00:37:23 Practical steps: meditation, no gossip, boundaries, service
00:38:24 Where we're headed as consciousness/planet + soul tribe
00:40:22 "Shedding" seasons + relationships/jobs/moves (collective shift)
00:41:10 Kimberly's intuitive moment + soul frequency numbers
00:43:16 Father's presence + symbolism + signs (11s)
00:45:55 Book highlight + healing prayer + audio options
00:46:53 How to book Kimberly (readings/healings, Zoom options)
00:49:13 What happens when we die? + dimensions/omniscient energy
00:50:15 Passing over + "time to live, time to die" + faith + prayer
00:53:29 Kimberly's radio show + where to listen
00:53:53 Outro + write-in questions + rate/review CTA

• Website: thehealingtrilogy.com

• Instagram: @kimberlymeredith

• Book: Awakening to the Fifth Dimension: Discovering the Soul's Path to Healing (available in print + audio)

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