Healing The Source Podcast

What if the "clean" protein powder in your pantry isn't so clean after all?

In this episode, I sit down with Oliver Amdrup, founder of Puori, to unpack the shocking results of the Clean Label Project's latest protein powder study. We get into the nitty-gritty of what was actually found — from heavy metals lurking in plant and even organic powders, to why chocolate-based proteins are some of the worst offenders.

Oliver breaks down how these contaminants impact your health, why most brands don't (or won't) test deeply enough, and what sets truly transparent companies apart. We also cover the real differences between whey, plant, and collagen proteins, what role certifications actually play, and whether you should give up foods like fish or chocolate when toxins feel unavoidable.

If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the idea that "everything is toxic," this conversation is the antidote. It's equal parts eye-opening and empowering — with practical steps to help you make smarter, safer choices without fear.

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Povilas Sabaliauskas is the founder of Pulsetto, a wellness tech company pioneering non-invasive vagus nerve stimulation as a daily tool for stress relief and nervous system regulation.

What started as a medical device concept has become a sleek, science-backed wearable designed to help people calm anxiety, improve sleep, and support recovery. In this episode, Povilas shares the personal health struggles that sparked the idea, the challenges of bringing deep tech into the wellness space, and why he believes the vagus nerve is the next frontier in health tech.

We explore:

• Why the vagus nerve holds the key to mood, digestion, and resilience

• How Pulsetto works to improve HRV, lower stress, and support recovery

• What the latest studies show on sleep, anxiety, migraines, and athlete performance

• When and how to use Pulsetto for best results

• What it really takes to scale a deep-tech wellness company

If you've ever felt stuck in fight-or-flight, struggled with dysregulation, or wondered how to train your body to handle stress better, this conversation will give you both the science and the hope.

Resources:

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Why do we keep choosing emotionally unavailable partners, striving for perfection, or pushing ourselves to the brink of burnout?

In this episode, I'm joined by Sarah Baldwin, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner and trauma-informed coach, to explore the nervous system patterns behind perfectionism, anxious overachieving, childhood imprinting, and why we're often drawn to partners who reflect our earliest wounds. Sarah unpacks the science of parts work, how trauma shapes our adult behaviors, and what it actually looks like to feel safe in your body—not just in theory, but in daily life.

We talk about:

• Why high-achievers often feel most unsafe in stillness

• How perfectionism can be a survival strategy

• What your nervous system really wants from a partner

• How to rewire your attraction patterns through somatic healing

• What it means to build a relationship with your inner parts

If you've ever felt like you're doing "all the right things" but still stuck in the same cycles—this episode is for you.

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What does it mean to raise a child who trusts themselves while also healing the parts of you that were never given that chance?

In this conversation, I sit down with Sterna Suissa, parenting coach and trauma-informed educator, to explore how our own childhood experiences shape the way we show up as parents. We unpack the subtle ways control sneaks in, why respecting a child's "no" is the foundation for lifelong self-trust, and how to repair when we inevitably miss the mark.

And this isn't just for parents! Even if you don't have kids, this is a deeply healing conversation about being human. Every single one of us was once a child, raised by people who made mistakes. Sterna's insights on boundaries, emotional safety, and self-trust will help you reflect on your own upbringing and begin to reparent yourself with more compassion.

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Mike Feldstein is back on on the podcast, but this time, we're not just talking air purifiers. Mike, founder of the Jaspr Air Scrubber (stronger than an air purifier!), is building a first-of-its-kind school that puts children's health, development, and connection to nature at the center of education.

We explore how traditional school systems may be working against kids' well-being and what can be done to change that—from aligning school schedules with natural circadian rhythms, to integrating values-based learning, clean air, and nature into the daily curriculum.

This conversation will open your eyes to how deeply our environment impacts children, and how a school designed for health first could transform not just learning, but life.

Topics we cover:

• How indoor air quality affects children's health, focus, and behavior

• The difference between an air scrubber and a traditional air purifier

• Ways healthier classroom environments can reduce illness and absenteeism

• The link between circadian rhythms and cognitive performance

• Why nature-based education is powerful for kids' growth and resilience

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Most dog parents are doing their best—but what if the "normal" routines we've been told to follow are actually making our dogs sicker?

This week, I'm joined by Bre Drake, holistic pet health educator and founder of Tailswell Health, for a no-fluff conversation that challenges the modern pet care model. Bre breaks down how overvaccination, early spay/neuter, kibble, flea meds, and toxic environments are disrupting dogs' health at the root—and what it looks like to raise a truly resilient dog in today's world.

We talk about her own wake-up call after losing two dogs to cancer, and how that grief fueled her mission to educate and empower others. You'll walk away with a fresh lens on terrain theory, practical detox tools, and the confidence to ask better questions at the vet's office.

Whether you're new to holistic pet care or you've already started questioning the system, this episode will meet you where you are—and give you tools to move forward.

What We Cover:

• The spay/neuter debate: risks, myths, and hormone-sparing alternatives

• Rethinking the vaccine schedule: titers, immunity, and informed consent

• Why kibble is keeping dogs inflamed and undernourished

• The terrain theory approach to Lyme, cancer, and chronic disease

• Natural strategies for detox, hydration, and nervous system support

• How to stop outsourcing critical thinking and start advocating from day one

Resources:

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In this episode, I sit down with Christina O'Connor, RD, Senior Healthcare Account Manager at Pendulum Therapeutics, to explore one of the most fascinating—and overlooked—players in gut health: Akkermansia muciniphila.

Christina shares how Pendulum became the first company in the U.S. to commercialize live Akkermansia, a keystone probiotic strain with far-reaching effects on blood sugar, weight, mood, inflammation, and energy.

Topics we cover:

✅ How gut health is at the root of not just digestion, but metabolic health, immune resilience, mood, energy, and longevity. ✅ Why live Akkermansia muciniphila — a next-generation probiotic strain Pendulum pioneered — is transforming the way we approach gut and metabolic care. ✅ Why the question people should be asking isn't "What's the best probiotic?" — but rather "What probiotic supports metabolic health? Because that's the best probiotic." (Hint: the answer is Pendulum.)

✅ How Pendulum is bridging ancient wisdom around gut health with cutting-edge science, backed by clinical studies and rigorous manufacturing. ✅ How caring for the gut can help people better navigate blood sugar balance, cravings, healthy weight, energy, digestion, sleep, and mood.

Whether you're dealing with blood sugar imbalances, unexplained fatigue, emotional ups and downs, or weight plateaus, this episode will expand the way you think about gut health.

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What if your home is the reason you're not healing?

In this episode of the Healing The Source Podcast, I'm joined by Brian Karr, co-founder of We Inspect and one of the nation's leading experts on mold inspection and environmental toxins. Brian breaks down the often-overlooked role that mold plays in chronic illness—from anxiety and fatigue to brain fog, asthma, and even behavioral issues in kids.

We talk about what conventional inspectors miss, how mold can hide in brand-new homes, why your HVAC might be spreading more than just cool air, and how to actually know if your remediation worked.

This episode is for anyone who's ever had "mystery symptoms" that doctors couldn't explain, for families trying to keep their kids healthy, and for anyone who just wants to make sure their home is a place of healing—not harm.

We cover:

• Neurological symptoms of mold exposure

• Why mold makes some people sick and not others

• Early signs of hidden mold in the home

• Why air testing often fails

• What to do if your landlord ignores the mold

• Fridge water, dust, and other unexpected sources

• How to test yourself for mold exposure

• The truth about bleach, duct cleaning, and air purifiers

• And how to finally stop living in fear after remediation

Resources:

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What if your clothes could nourish the soil instead of polluting it? What if fashion wasn't just sustainable, but regenerative?

In this episode of Healing The Source Podcast, I'm joined by Kelly Vittengl, co-founder of COED Collective, a revolutionary clothing brand redefining fashion from the ground up—literally. COED crafts timeless, genderless pieces from Regenerative Organic Certified Pima cotton, grown and sewn entirely in the U.S. Every garment is fully compostable, dyed with plants, and designed to return to the earth.

We explore what it means to build a brand with soul—one that honors farmers, protects soil, and supports your body. Kelly opens up about her own healing journey, her work with Zach Bush and Farmers Footprint, and why regenerative practices are essential not just for the planet, but for our personal health too.

Whether you care about what's touching your skin, how your clothes are made, or the ripple effect of your choices, this conversation will shift your relationship with fashion, healing, and legacy.

In this episode, we explore:

• Why "sustainable" isn't enough anymore

• The story behind COED Collective and its compostable clothing

• Regenerative farming vs. organic farming

• How synthetic fabrics affect your energy field

• A peek into Kelly's health journey: panic disorder, OCD, leaky gut & glyphosate

• What does it mean to "mother" yourself and the earth

• The power of intentional design, plant dyes, and small-batch clothing

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After seeking ways to manage her anxiety and stress, Erika Polsinelli discovered Kundalini meditation—and everything changed. Just three minutes of breathwork brought peace she hadn't felt in years. That moment became the catalyst for everything she does now.

In this heart-opening episode, Erika shares her journey from being a New York schoolteacher to becoming a spiritual entrepreneur, creating a global meditation community through her app Evolve by Erika and recently opening THE SPACE—a sanctuary for embodied healing and conscious creation.

We explore: • What stops people from actually doing what they know helps • How to regulate your nervous system while evolving spiritually • Why detachment is essential to manifestation • How breathwork can unlock frozen emotions and bring us back into alignment • The energetic power of food, nature, and frequency in the healing process • Her own evolution from veganism to intuitive eating

If you've ever felt stuck in your head, disconnected from your body, or unsure how to trust the unseen—you'll want to listen all the way through.

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