The Ginni Show

Could you walk away from a life you were good at to chase the one you were meant for?

Dara Woo did exactly that, trading software engineering for the bright lights of Broadway. In this inspiring conversation, she shares how a tech job lunch break turned into a career-changing audition, and the mindset shifts that made it possible.

Sometimes the most strategic move isn’t doubling down on what’s safe. It’s daring to step into the unknown.  

What You’ll Learn:

2:44 Balancing auditions with a full-time tech job

5:09 Weighing stability vs. pursuing passion

8:09 The reality of performing eight shows a week

12:18 A simple daily habit to build a creative career

16:59 The kind of roles Dara wants for Asian American actors

Today, Ginni welcomes Broadway actor Dara Woo, whose precision on stage rivals the demanding tech projects she once led as a software engineer. Dara reveals what it’s really like to perform in the elaborate multimedia Broadway production The Picture of Dorian Gray. 

You’ll hear how she overcame Silicon Valley-bred imposter syndrome, why she swears by her “one thing a day” rule to keep momentum, and how she applies the same strategic thinking from coding to navigating the unpredictable world of acting. Dara also shares her vision for more nuanced Asian American representation on stage and screen, and her dream of one day merging her tech and creative worlds.

Connect with Dara Woo:

Website: https://darawoo.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silverdare/?hl=en

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@silverdare

Connect with Ginni:

Website: https://ginnisaraswati.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theginnishow/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginnisaraswati

Ginni Media: www.ginnimedia.com

Got a great show topic idea? A guest you’d love to see on the Ginni Show? Tell us about it: (844) 543-1772

Could you walk away from a life you were good at to chase the one you were meant for?

Dara Woo did exactly that, trading software engineering for the bright lights of Broadway. In this inspiring conversation, she shares how a tech job lunch break turned into a career-changing audition, and the mindset shifts that made it possible.

Sometimes the most strategic move isn’t doubling down on what’s safe. It’s daring to step into the unknown.  

What You’ll Learn:

2:44 Balancing auditions with a full-time tech job

5:09 Weighing stability vs. pursuing passion

8:09 The reality of performing eight shows a week

12:18 A simple daily habit to build a creative career

16:59 The kind of roles Dara wants for Asian American actors

Today, Ginni welcomes Broadway actor Dara Woo, whose precision on stage rivals the demanding tech projects she once led as a software engineer. Dara reveals what it’s really like to perform in the elaborate multimedia Broadway production The Picture of Dorian Gray. 

You’ll hear how she overcame Silicon Valley-bred imposter syndrome, why she swears by her “one thing a day” rule to keep momentum, and how she applies the same strategic thinking from coding to navigating the unpredictable world of acting. Dara also shares her vision for more nuanced Asian American representation on stage and screen, and her dream of one day merging her tech and creative worlds.

Connect with Dara Woo:

Website: https://darawoo.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silverdare/?hl=en

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@silverdare

Connect with Ginni:

Website: https://ginnisaraswati.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theginnishow/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginnisaraswati

Ginni Media: www.ginnimedia.com

Got a great show topic idea? A guest you’d love to see on the Ginni Show? Tell us about it: (844) 543-1772

Can stem cells help your body heal itself?

Dr. Joy Kong thinks so. And she’s got the science (and patient case studies) to prove it. From hospice recoveries to straightened spines, her work in regenerative medicine is redefining what’s possible when we stop over-relying on traditional medicine and start activating the potential already within our bodies.

You’ll walk away from this episode with a grounded understanding of what stem cells actually do, how to spot hype and breakthrough the myths, and which simple, accessible habits can reignite your body’s regenerative powers.  

What You’ll Learn:

02:52 A dying man walks again, Dr. Kong’s wildest patient transformation

05:13 The 7 powerful ways stem cells repair your body

10:42 The 3 biggest myths about stem cell therapy

19:51 What “ethically sourced stem cells” really means

37:39 One small thing you can do today to start healing naturally

Today, Ginni welcomes Dr. Joy Kong, a trained psychiatrist and leader in regenerative medicine, to talk about why she pivoted from traditional psychiatry into the world of stem cells. She shares wild success stories from her clinic, breaks down the biological science behind healing, and gets candid about the backlash, red tape, and systemic suppression that has tried to slow down the field.

You’ll hear about Dr. Kong’s take on the misunderstood world of energy medicine, why walking in nature might beat your antidepressant, and what your sugar addiction is really doing to your cells. From ethical sourcing to FDA confusion, this conversation demystifies what stem cells are, what they aren’t, and why you may be hearing a lot more about them in the future.

Connect with Dr. Joy Kong:

Website: https://joykongmd.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_joy_kong/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joy-kong-md-4b8627123/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@joykongmd

Connect with Ginni:

Website: https://ginnisaraswati.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theginnishow/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginnisaraswati

Ginni Media: www.ginnimedia.com

Got a great show topic idea? A guest you’d love to see on the Ginni Show? Tell us about it: (844) 543-1772

Is your hustle keeping you up at night?

Sleep is often the first thing we sacrifice when time feels stretched, but it’s also the very thing that can restore your clarity, energy, and emotional resilience. In this powerful episode, Dr. Alison Kole debunks the myths around shut-eye and provides practical, science-backed ways to reset your relationship with sleep.

You’ll learn how your circadian rhythm actually works, how jet lag can be hacked, and why quality sleep is more about consistency than supplements or tech. Whether you’re a night owl, a sleep-deprived parent, or just tired of feeling tired, this episode is packed with actionable takeaways. 

What You’ll Learn:

1:50 Why “go to bed earlier” is actually terrible advice

7:00 How to use brain dumping, body temperature, and timing to wind down

13:50 Dr. Kole’s unglamorous (but effective) travel hack for jet lag

27:36 Can what you eat before bed sabotage your rest?

41:43 The truth about “sleep banking” and how elite performers actually use it

Today, Ginni is joined by sleep expert and pulmonologist Dr. Alison Kole to explore the real-world ways sleep affects your productivity, mental health, and longevity. From high-performance athletes to high-achieving founders, sleep debt is costing us more than we realize.

You’ll hear about the physiology of sleep, the circadian impact of light, and why consistency beats perfection when it comes to rest. You’ll hear her personal story of burnout, motherhood, and medical training, and how learning to prioritize sleep became her superpower. You’ll learn how to conquer jet lag, the pros and cons of devices like the Oura ring and Moita Sleep headset, and surprising sleep-supporting snacks. If you’ve ever wondered why you're exhausted despite doing everything right, this conversation offers a wake-up call…pun intended.

Connect with Dr. Alison Kole:

Website: https://www.askthesleepmd.com/home

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sleep-is-my-waking-passion/id1684976379

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alison-kole-md-mph-fccp-faasm-b6a26715

Connect with Ginni:

Website: https://ginnisaraswati.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theginnishow/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginnisaraswati

Ginni Media: www.ginnimedia.com

Is your hustle keeping you up at night?

Sleep is often the first thing we sacrifice when time feels stretched, but it’s also the very thing that can restore your clarity, energy, and emotional resilience. In this powerful episode, Dr. Alison Kole debunks the myths around shut-eye and provides practical, science-backed ways to reset your relationship with sleep.

You’ll learn how your circadian rhythm actually works, how jet lag can be hacked, and why quality sleep is more about consistency than supplements or tech. Whether you’re a night owl, a sleep-deprived parent, or just tired of feeling tired, this episode is packed with actionable takeaways. 

What You’ll Learn:

1:50 Why “go to bed earlier” is actually terrible advice

7:00 How to use brain dumping, body temperature, and timing to wind down

13:50 Dr. Kole’s unglamorous (but effective) travel hack for jet lag

27:36 Can what you eat before bed sabotage your rest?

41:43 The truth about “sleep banking” and how elite performers actually use it

Today, Ginni is joined by sleep expert and pulmonologist Dr. Alison Kole to explore the real-world ways sleep affects your productivity, mental health, and longevity. From high-performance athletes to high-achieving founders, sleep debt is costing us more than we realize.

You’ll hear about the physiology of sleep, the circadian impact of light, and why consistency beats perfection when it comes to rest. You’ll hear her personal story of burnout, motherhood, and medical training, and how learning to prioritize sleep became her superpower. You’ll learn how to conquer jet lag, the pros and cons of devices like the Oura ring and Moita Sleep headset, and surprising sleep-supporting snacks. If you’ve ever wondered why you're exhausted despite doing everything right, this conversation offers a wake-up call…pun intended.

Connect with Dr. Alison Kole:

Website: https://www.askthesleepmd.com/home

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sleep-is-my-waking-passion/id1684976379

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alison-kole-md-mph-fccp-faasm-b6a26715

Connect with Ginni:

Website: https://ginnisaraswati.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theginnishow/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginnisaraswati

Ginni Media: www.ginnimedia.com

Is your hustle keeping you up at night?

Sleep is often the first thing we sacrifice when time feels stretched, but it’s also the very thing that can restore your clarity, energy, and emotional resilience. In this powerful episode, Dr. Alison Kole debunks the myths around shut-eye and provides practical, science-backed ways to reset your relationship with sleep.

You’ll learn how your circadian rhythm actually works, how jet lag can be hacked, and why quality sleep is more about consistency than supplements or tech. Whether you’re a night owl, a sleep-deprived parent, or just tired of feeling tired, this episode is packed with actionable takeaways. 

What You’ll Learn:

1:50 Why “go to bed earlier” is actually terrible advice

7:00 How to use brain dumping, body temperature, and timing to wind down

13:50 Dr. Kole’s unglamorous (but effective) travel hack for jet lag

27:36 Can what you eat before bed sabotage your rest?

41:43 The truth about “sleep banking” and how elite performers actually use it

Today, Ginni is joined by sleep expert and pulmonologist Dr. Alison Kole to explore the real-world ways sleep affects your productivity, mental health, and longevity. From high-performance athletes to high-achieving founders, sleep debt is costing us more than we realize.

You’ll hear about the physiology of sleep, the circadian impact of light, and why consistency beats perfection when it comes to rest. You’ll hear her personal story of burnout, motherhood, and medical training, and how learning to prioritize sleep became her superpower. You’ll learn how to conquer jet lag, the pros and cons of devices like the Oura ring and Moita Sleep headset, and surprising sleep-supporting snacks. If you’ve ever wondered why you're exhausted despite doing everything right, this conversation offers a wake-up call…pun intended.

Connect with Dr. Alison Kole:

Website: https://www.askthesleepmd.com/home

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sleep-is-my-waking-passion/id1684976379

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alison-kole-md-mph-fccp-faasm-b6a26715

Connect with Ginni:

Website: https://ginnisaraswati.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theginnishow/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginnisaraswati

Ginni Media: www.ginnimedia.com

Is your body begging for a detox, but your habits keep getting in the way?

We often think detoxing means restriction, but holistic nutritionist Elissa Goodman flips the script. It’s not about deprivation, it’s about adding more life. If your wellness routine feels complicated, this episode offers refreshing clarity on how to simplify feeling better.

This conversation will help you ditch toxic trends and focus on real-life tools that reset your gut, restore your energy, and reveal what’s really weighing you down. Elissa’s practical hacks will give you a starting point and most importantly, a sense of peace.  

What You’ll Learn:

(00:00) Coming next

(01:02) Why Elissa skipped chemo and how her doctor reacted

(03:52) Why juice cleanses might do more harm than good

(07:47) What’s actually happening to your body by day 4 of a detox

(11:29) Elissa’s essential detox travel kit

(16:53) The surprising morning ritual that changed her clients’ lives 

Today, Ginni sits down with holistic nutritionist, cancer survivor, and wellness expert Elissa Goodman. They discuss the real definition of detoxing—not as restriction, but as a way to add vitality. Elissa gets personal about her cancer journey, the emotional roots of illness, and why healing the gut is essential to happiness and immunity.

You’ll hear why she shortened radiation and skipped chemo, how stress can be more dangerous than diet, and why plant-forward eating can transform your energy. From hydration hacks to emotional detoxing, this episode is a roadmap to real resilience.

Connect with Elissa Goodman:

Website: https://elissagoodman.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elissagoodman/

Connect with Ginni:

Website: https://ginnisaraswati.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theginnishow/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginnisaraswati

Ginni Media: www.ginnimedia.com

Got a great show topic idea? A guest you’d love to see on the Ginni Show? Tell us about it: (844) 543-1772

Is your body begging for a detox, but your habits keep getting in the way?

We often think detoxing means restriction, but holistic nutritionist Elissa Goodman flips the script. It’s not about deprivation, it’s about adding more life. If your wellness routine feels complicated, this episode offers refreshing clarity on how to simplify feeling better.

This conversation will help you ditch toxic trends and focus on real-life tools that reset your gut, restore your energy, and reveal what’s really weighing you down. Elissa’s practical hacks will give you a starting point and most importantly, a sense of peace.  

What You’ll Learn:

(00:00) Coming next

(01:02) Why Elissa skipped chemo and how her doctor reacted

(03:52) Why juice cleanses might do more harm than good

(07:47) What’s actually happening to your body by day 4 of a detox

(11:29) Elissa’s essential detox travel kit

(16:53) The surprising morning ritual that changed her clients’ lives 

Today, Ginni sits down with holistic nutritionist, cancer survivor, and wellness expert Elissa Goodman. They discuss the real definition of detoxing—not as restriction, but as a way to add vitality. Elissa gets personal about her cancer journey, the emotional roots of illness, and why healing the gut is essential to happiness and immunity.

You’ll hear why she shortened radiation and skipped chemo, how stress can be more dangerous than diet, and why plant-forward eating can transform your energy. From hydration hacks to emotional detoxing, this episode is a roadmap to real resilience.

Connect with Elissa Goodman:

Website: https://elissagoodman.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elissagoodman/

Connect with Ginni:

Website: https://ginnisaraswati.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theginnishow/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginnisaraswati

Ginni Media: www.ginnimedia.com

Got a great show topic idea? A guest you’d love to see on the Ginni Show? Tell us about it: (844) 543-1772

Is your body begging for a detox, but your habits keep getting in the way?

We often think detoxing means restriction, but holistic nutritionist Elissa Goodman flips the script. It’s not about deprivation, it’s about adding more life. If your wellness routine feels complicated, this episode offers refreshing clarity on how to simplify feeling better.

This conversation will help you ditch toxic trends and focus on real-life tools that reset your gut, restore your energy, and reveal what’s really weighing you down. Elissa’s practical hacks will give you a starting point and most importantly, a sense of peace.  

What You’ll Learn:

(00:00) Coming next

(01:02) Why Elissa skipped chemo and how her doctor reacted

(03:52) Why juice cleanses might do more harm than good

(07:47) What’s actually happening to your body by day 4 of a detox

(11:29) Elissa’s essential detox travel kit

(16:53) The surprising morning ritual that changed her clients’ lives 

Today, Ginni sits down with holistic nutritionist, cancer survivor, and wellness expert Elissa Goodman. They discuss the real definition of detoxing—not as restriction, but as a way to add vitality. Elissa gets personal about her cancer journey, the emotional roots of illness, and why healing the gut is essential to happiness and immunity.

You’ll hear why she shortened radiation and skipped chemo, how stress can be more dangerous than diet, and why plant-forward eating can transform your energy. From hydration hacks to emotional detoxing, this episode is a roadmap to real resilience.

Connect with Elissa Goodman:

Website: https://elissagoodman.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elissagoodman/

Connect with Ginni:

Website: https://ginnisaraswati.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theginnishow/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginnisaraswati

Ginni Media: www.ginnimedia.com

Got a great show topic idea? A guest you’d love to see on the Ginni Show? Tell us about it: (844) 543-1772

Here’s an uncomfortable truth: Your tampon…it’s probably toxic.

From invisible chemicals to environmental damage, the products we use every month could be quietly impacting our health and our planet. Most of us never question what’s really in our pads or tampons. But once you know, you can’t un-know. Susie Hewson’s outrage has sparked a global movement, showing us that the small choices we make today can lead to massive, lasting change.

You’ll walk away with a new awareness of what’s really in your products and how you can make powerful daily choices that go beyond yourself.

What You’ll Learn:
02:15 Why PFAs in pads and period products are harming your health
16:09 The long road to becoming fully compostable
21:43 How anxiety about the environment can be a driving force for good
28:45 What she and King Charles really talked about at Windsor Castle
38:48 What keeps her going after breast cancer, setbacks, and four decades of change

Today, Ginni welcomes Susie Hewson, a woman who has spent four decades fighting for your health and our planet. From facing toxic shock syndrome head-on to confronting the forever chemicals in our water supply, she’s an eco-pioneer who turned outrage into action. In this conversation with Ginni, she opens up about building a company from her Bristol kitchen (with no internet), taking on the feminine hygiene industry, and what happened when she met King Charles wearing a self-made tweed suit.

You’ll hear how Susie went from growing up in a working-class family to becoming a global leader in eco-conscious period care. She shares how witnessing polluted waterways in Sweden ignited her activism, how she built and sustains Natracare, and why she believes transparency and compostability are non-negotiable. Susie also opens up about managing anxiety in the face of climate collapse, her face-to-face with King Charles, and how she gives back to communities she cares about.

Connect with Susie Hewson:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susie-hewson/
Natracare: https://www.natracare.com/

Connect with Ginni:
Website: https://ginnisaraswati.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theginnishow/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginnisaraswati
Ginni Media: www.ginnimedia.com

Got a great show topic idea? A guest you’d love to see on the Ginni Show? Tell us about it: (844) 543-1772