In this episode, Dr. Desiree Caruso, ND sits down with Brandi and Craig Garden — co-founders of Eversio Wellness — to share the real story of what it’s like to be married and run a business together. From the early days of the pandemic, when a “brilliantly disguised impossible situation” led to the creation of their mushroom wellness company, to the lessons they’ve learned about communication, values, and trust, Brandi and Craig open up with honesty, humor, and vulnerability. They talk about blending love and entrepreneurship, navigating burnout, finding the right people for the right seats on the bus, and why functional mushrooms have shaped not just their health, but their family and company culture. Whether you’re a couple thinking of starting a business, a wellness enthusiast, or someone curious about the intersection of purpose-driven work and love, this episode is filled with wisdom, laughs, and a few emotional moments that may just inspire you to dream big with your partner.Chapters:00:00 – Welcome & Introduction00:41 – Brandi & Craig’s Origin Story as Business Partners02:48 – A Pandemic Pivot: From Impossible Situation to Opportunity 05:12 – How Mushrooms Sparked the Creation of Eversio Wellness 06:49 – Complementary Strengths & Working in Your Zone of Genius 13:28 – The “Bus” Analogy: Building the Right Team in the Right Seats

18:55 – From Construction to Wellness: A Shift in Communication & Leadership 19:07 – Mixing Marriage & Business: Hesitations and Commitments 23:30 – Biggest Joys & Challenges of Running a Company Together 28:29 – Boundaries & Rituals That Protect the Relationship 30:22 – Lessons Learned About Each Other Through Building Eversio 38:29 – What They Admire Most in Each Other as Partners & Co-Founders If you love this conversation, please subscribe, rate, and share it with someone who could use a little more radiant, resilient wellness in their life.TAKE THE QUIZ:If you’re not sure where to begin on your mushroom wellness journey, take our Naturopathic Doctor curated Mushroom Wellness QUIZ to find your mushroom match.Use code PODCAST15 for 15% off your entire mushroom wellness order at: https://www.eversiowellness.com/discount/PODCAST15JOIN OUR COMMUNITY: Instagram @eversiowellness: https://www.instagram.com/eversiowellness/ YouTube @eversiowellness: www.youtube.com/@eversiowellness Pinterest @eversiowellness: https://ca.pinterest.com/eversiowellness/ TikTok @eversio_wellness: https://www.tiktok.com/@eversio_wellness Facebook @eversio_wellness: www.facebook.com/eversiowellnessltdAWESOME FREE THINGS:Mushrooms For Gut Health Quick Start Guide: https://www.eversiowellness.com/pages/free-constipation-quick-startMushroom Extract Recipe Collection: https://www.eversiowellness.com/pages/free-recipe-collectionMushroom Benefits Cheat Sheet: https://www.eversiowellness.com/pages/free-cheat-sheetMushroom Extract Breakfast Recipes Collection: https://www.eversiowellness.com/pages/free-breakfast-recipes-collectionMUSHROOM WELLNESS RESOURCES:Mushroom Wellness Blog: https://www.eversiowellness.com/blogs/newsMushroom Extract Recipe Page: https://www.eversiowellness.com/blogs/mushroom-recipesQuestions? Contact us here: https://www.eversiowellness.com/pages/contactSign up for our Emails or SMS to be the first to know about product drops, promos, mushroom wellness news! Email List: https://www.eversiowellness.com/pages/sign-up-for-emails SMS List: https://www.eversiowellness.com/pages/sign-up-for-sms Podcast Website: www.eversiowellness.com for detailed show notesPlease Rate or Share The Eversio Experience Podcast by clicking the 3 dots at the top of the podcast homepage. We appreciate it so much!*The statements, content, and opinions offered in this podcast have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. The product(s) discussed are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.