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- Episode 140 - Surviving Youth Domestic Violence (with Jennifer Ellen)In this episode, I'm speaking with Jennifer Ellen, founder of the nonprofit organization The Domino Effect, to discuss surviving childhood domestic violence, overcoming trauma, and turning personal pain into a mission of hope and healing. Jennifer shares her experiences growing up around domestic violence, the lasting emotional impact of childhood trauma, and how those experiences helped shape her passion for advocating for others. Through The Domino Effect, Jennifer works to create meaningful change by raising awareness, providing support, and advocating for causes including:
- Suicide Prevention
- Anti-Bullying
- Domestic Abuse & Violence
- Animal Welfare
- Veteran & First Responder Wellness
Contact Jennifer:
www.the-domino-effect.com
Contact Mike:
Mike Sinopoli - NASM Certified Personal Trainer & Nutrition Coach
Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn: @mfswellness
email: [email protected]
phone: 630-361-4907
www.mfswellness.com56 min - Episode 139 - Understanding & Managing PCOS-PMOS (with Christine Horton)For years, women living with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), now known as Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS), have faced misinformation, confusing dietary advice, and challenges finding effective treatment.
In this episode, I'm joined by Christine Horton, National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach at Fusion Health Coaching and Programs and Advocacy Co-Director for the PCOS Awareness Association.
We explore the realities of PCOS/PMOS, why the medical terminology has changed, and how traditional approaches to dieting and weight management may have failed women living with this condition.
Topics include:
Christine's journey into PCOS advocacy and awareness.
Understanding PCOS/PMOS and the significance of its new name.
Common misconceptions and misleading dietary advice.
How hormonal imbalances and metabolic health affect weight management and fat loss.
Where to find support post diagnosis.
Practical nutrition strategies for managing PCOS/PMOS and improving overall health.
Contact Christine:
www.fusionhealthcoach.com
Contact Mike:
Mike Sinopoli - NASM Certified Personal Trainer & Nutrition Coach
Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn: @mfswellness
email: [email protected]
phone: 630-361-4907
www.mfswellness.com38 min - Episode 138 - My 100lb Fat Loss Journey (with Megan Gaul)In this episode, Megan Gaul discusses her 100lb fat loss journey and how she's taken her experience and is now helping others achieve the same success.
Contact Megan:
Instagram: megan_gaul
Contact Mike:
Mike Sinopoli - NASM Certified Personal Trainer & Nutrition Coach
Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn: @mfswellness
email: [email protected]
phone: 630-361-4907
www.mfswellness.com52 min - Episode 137 - Pain Into Purpose: Surviving Domestic Violence (with Dana Roppo)In July 2001, Dana Roppo suffered life-threatening injuries after being stabbed 18 times in a domestic violence incident. While the attack left lasting physical and emotional scars, Dana has transformed that life-changing experience into a mission to advocate against domestic abuse and support those who have endured similar trauma.
In our conversation, Dana shares the story of that day, her long path toward healing and forgiveness, and her perspective on the deeper roots of domestic violence. We also discuss her upcoming **“It Ends With Us” Gala**, taking place on **October 16, 2026**, which will raise funds to support victims and survivors of all forms of domestic abuse.
This is a powerful conversation about survival, healing, forgiveness, faith, and turning unimaginable pain into purpose.
Connect with Dana:
www.itendswithusmovement.com
Instagram: soul_purpose18
Connect with Mike:
Mike Sinopoli - NASM Certified Personal Trainer & Nutrition Coach
Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn: @mfswellness
email: [email protected]
phone: 630-361-4907
www.mfswellness.com1 hr 19 min - Episode 136 - No Child Sleeps on the Floor (with Luke Mickelson)On this episode, I’m joined by Luke Mickelson, founder of Sleep in Heavenly Peace, an incredible charitable organization built around a simple mission: No child should be without a bed.
What began as an effort to help children in Luke’s own community has grown into a massive movement, with more than 400 chapters across the United States and beyond and hundreds of thousands of beds built and delivered to children who otherwise may not have had a bed of their own.
This cause is incredibly admirable because it goes far beyond simply building furniture.
Sleep is one of the foundations of wellness. But so are safety, stability, comfort and the environment we experience as children. The way we're shaped, conditioned and sometimes traumatized during childhood can stay with us for a lifetime.
That made me think about just how meaningful something as seemingly simple as a bed can be.
At any age, our bed should be one of the places where we can finally let our guard down — where our nervous system can settle, where we feel safe, comfortable and at peace.
For a child, that sense of security may be even more important.
Luke and I talk about how Sleep in Heavenly Peace began, the incredible volunteer movement it has become, the children and families they've impacted, and why every child deserves a safe and comfortable place to sleep.
His journey is evidence of what can happen when one person decides to do something about a problem instead of simply walking past it.
No child should have to sleep on the floor.
Connect with Luke:
https://shpbeds.org/
Connect with Mike:
Mike Sinopoli - NASM Certified Personal Trainer & Nutrition Coach
Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn: @mfswellness
email: [email protected]
phone: 630-361-4907
www.mfswellness.com49 min - Episode 135 - Movement as Medicine (with Kristin Oja of STAT Wellness)What if movement wasn’t just part of your fitness routine—but an essential part of your healthcare?
In this episode, I’m joined by Kristin Oja, founder and CEO of STAT Wellness, the nation’s first functional medicine and movement practice.
Kristin’s vision for STAT Wellness began during her time working in healthcare, where she saw countless patients suffering from diseases that could potentially have been prevented through earlier intervention and lifestyle changes. That experience inspired her to rethink the traditional approach to healthcare and create a practice focused on helping people improve their health before they reach a crisis point.
We discuss the current state of healthcare and nutrition in the United States, why movement deserves a larger role in functional medicine, and how exercise can be viewed as a form of medicine rather than simply a way to burn calories or improve body composition.
Kristin also shares the story behind starting STAT Wellness, her approach to combining functional medicine with movement, and her thoughts on some of today’s biggest fitness and wellness trends.
Connect with Kristin:
Website: www.statwellness.com
Instagram: @STATWELLNESS
Connect with Mike:
Mike Sinopoli - NASM Certified Personal Trainer & Nutrition Coach
Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn: @mfswellness
email: [email protected]
phone: 630-361-4907
www.mfswellness.com48 min - Episode 134 - Saving Homeless Pets (with Carrie Cihasky - PAWS Chicago)On this episode, I'm joined by Carrie Cihasky of PAWS Chicago. PAWS is the city’s largest No Kill humane organization, dedicated to ending the euthanasia of homeless cats and dogs. Founded in 1997, it revolutionized animal sheltering by treating homeless pets with dignity, providing comprehensive medical care, and finding them loving homes.
We discussed a bit about the organization, the work the do, the services provided and the PAWS 5K Run for their Lives event coming up on August 29, 2026. This is a phenomenal organization and if anyone would like to join or donate to my team for the run, please use the link below!
https://donate.pawschicago.org/mfswellness
Contact PAWS: [email protected]
Contact Mike: Mike Sinopoli - NASM Certified Personal Trainer & Nutrition Coach
Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn: @mfswellness
email: [email protected]
phone: 630-361-4907
www.mfswellness.com22 min - Episode 133 - Modern Dating & Relationships (A Joint Perspective)Earlier this year, we published two episodes around dating and relationships in modern times. One was a female perspective, the other, a male perspective. This episode joins both groups for an overall discussion on this extremely diverse, convoluted and individualized topic.
We addressed the following:
-Is the friction in modern relationships really between men and women, or is it more of an empath vs. narcissist type battle? Or is the whole thing entirely too complex to made such a distinction?
-Using others or a relationship to avoid the healing process from traumatic past events and the how it's the downfall of the vast majority of partnerships.
-Online dating, dating apps, social media etiquette. -What's worse, physical or emotional infidelity? Or are they equal?
-Should a woman ask a man out on a date?
-Social media responses.
-We list non-sexual qualities in the opposite sex we like or respect personally.
Contact Mike:
Mike Sinopoli - NASM Certified Personal Trainer & Nutrition Coach
Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn: @mfswellness
email: [email protected]
phone: 630-361-4907
www.mfswellness.com1 hr 51 min - Episode 132 - Action Over Intention (with Josiah Smith)In this episode, Josiah Smith and I discuss a simple yet deep phrase:
"Action Over Intention."
We lay out our own struggles with taking action and sitting in the comfort of intentions and the deep rooted internal battles that keep us stuck. Joe uses examples from his career, past physique competitions, and iron man training to elaborate on the subject.
We also review the top aspects of life where people will sit in intent and constructively suggest the practices on how to move forward with purposeful action. Huge thanks to Joe for opening up on this recording. Nothing but the utmost respect for this guy as a human and long-time friend.
Contact Mike:
Mike Sinopoli - NASM Certified Personal Trainer & Nutrition Coach
Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn: @mfswellness
email: [email protected]
phone: 630-361-4907
www.mfswellness.com1 hr 16 min - Episode 131 - Illness Prevention Through Lifestyle Medicine (with Dr. Sunny Sharma)I had a great conversation with Dr. Sunny Sharma. Dr. Sharma has geared his practice towards using lifestyle medicine to prevent chronic illness, rather than blindly treat sicknesses with prescription medication. Through his observation of society’s state health and habits, as well as his own personal health scare of a brain tumor in 2022, he’s used his knowledge to adjust his approach in caring for his patients and himself.
A few other topics discussed:
-The scope of practice of a lifestyle medicine doctor
-Ideal protein and fiber intake
-The truth about Cholesterol
-Ozempic/GLP-1’s
Contact Mike:
Mike Sinopoli - NASM Certified Personal Trainer & Nutrition Coach
Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn: @mfswellness
email: [email protected]
phone: 630-361-4907
www.mfswellness.com1 hr
About The MFS Wellness Podcast
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Certified nutrition consultant, fitness aficionado, and all-around self-improvement enthusiast, Mike Sinopoli, of MFS Wellness discusses the intricate, and often, confusing, world of health, fitness,…
nutrition, and the lifelong strive for internal contentment and happiness. This podcast is designed to be a place of information, listener interaction, entertainment, and an escape from the noise of the convoluted marketing and product-obsessed fitness space. From training to diet, mental health to personal relationships, our very own existence to current day societal nonsense, absolutely no topic is off limits.