I'm taking a short break (yes, I'm finally practising what I preach!), but before I go, I wanted to put together something special. This episode is a collection of some of my favourite moments from the podcast over the past few months. The conversations that made me think, challenged the way I see health, and clearly resonated with so many of you.

You'll hear highlights from some incredible guests including Pete Evans, David the Medium, Olivia Arezzolo, and Stacey Sims. Together, we explore everything from spirituality and science to menopause, sleep, fasting, and the simple lifestyle changes that can have the biggest impact on your health.

Whether you've listened to every episode or you're new to the podcast, I hope this gives you a taste of the conversations that continue to shape the way we think about wellness.

I'll be back soon with brand-new episodes. Until then, enjoy some of our best moments.

🌿 What You'll Learn in This Episode:

✅ Why science and spirituality don't have to be at odds

✅ The lifestyle habits that support healthy aging

✅ Why menopause is about more than hormones

✅ How better sleep starts with understanding your body

✅ The healing power of nature and slowing down

✅ Some of the biggest takeaways from our most-loved episodes

📌 Chapters (Jump to your favorite part!):

00:00 - A Quick Holiday Update

01:35 - David the Medium: Science & Spirituality

06:52 - Stacey Sims: Menopause & Lifestyle

08:41 - Pete Evans: Retreats & Fasting

11:08 - Olivia Arezzolo: Why Women Wake at 3am

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Links to Each Episodes:

YouTube

David The Medium: https://youtu.be/XumNKRtCC-I

Stacy Sims: https://youtu.be/pgeF9orANVQ

Pete Evans: https://youtu.be/bY51iziHdf4

Olivia Arezzolo: https://youtu.be/R1yhvIMJAFg 

Apple Podcasts:

David The Medium: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/can-you-really-talk-to-the-dead-david-the-medium/id1319159211?i=1000760368889 

Stacy Sims: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/women-are-not-small-men-dr-stacy-sims-on-the-myths/id1319159211?i=1000738478736 

Pete Evans: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-simple-shifts-that-can-transform-your-health-pete-evans/id1319159211?i=1000761218038 

Olivia Arezzolo: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/why-youre-still-tired-even-after-sleeping-olivia-arezzolo/id1319159211?i=1000767508386 

Spotify:

David The Medium: https://open.spotify.com/episode/70C8ksFU5z9R8g6q79De0d?si=fa85e38c0bc04406 

Stacy Sims: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2zk8b6RiDcHEvILgNxsnKH?si=63d3df83737246d0 

Pete Evans: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1qxq9D3hUA611VQ0A1UEct?si=feabc4d58d6a448d 

Olivia Arezzolo: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6SYnRCrhmgI20RxyDUG8pH?si=0cV7TiOTSGOtHK-HXoVD-Q 

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In this episode, I unpack the conversation that's been taking over the internet after reports revealed the global wellness economy is now worth trillions of dollars. While some see this as a positive shift towards prevention and personal responsibility, others see it as a sign that people are moving away from conventional healthcare.

I share my thoughts on why more people are investing in their health, what they're really searching for, and why I don't believe this is a battle between wellness and medicine. Because the truth is, most people aren't looking to replace their doctor. They're looking for answers, ownership, and a way to feel better in their bodies.

We also talk about where the wellness industry gets it wrong, the dangers of chasing endless protocols and biohacks, and why the foundations still matter most. Sleep, stress, nutrition, movement, and asking better questions about your health.

At its core, this episode is about taking ownership of your health, staying curious, and understanding that the best outcomes often come when wellness and medicine work together, not against each other.

🌿 What You'll Learn in This Episode:

✅ Why the wellness industry is growing so rapidly

✅ What people are really looking for from their health care

✅ Why wellness and medicine aren't competing with each other

✅ The biggest misconceptions about preventative health

✅ Where the wellness industry gets it wrong

✅ How to take greater ownership of your health

👇 All the Good Stuff 👇

FREE Hormone Quiz: https://form.typeform.com/to/a3wsLZF6 

Nat’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natkringoudis

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What if the reason you're struggling with your weight, energy, and hormones isn't because you're eating too much... but because you're not eating enough?

Today I'm joined by coach and trainer Nada Stavarakis to unpack one of the biggest misconceptions women over 35 face when it comes to health. So many women are still trying to follow the same rules that worked in their 20s, eating less, training harder, and pushing through exhaustion, only to find their bodies responding in completely different ways.

We talk about why under-fuelling, overtraining, and chronic stress can leave the body feeling unsafe, and how that impacts everything from weight loss and hormones to energy and recovery. Nada also shares the simple foundations she focuses on with clients, including protein, strength training, consistency, and learning to trust the process.

At its core, this conversation is a reminder that health doesn't need to be complicated. Sometimes the most powerful changes come from getting back to the basics and finally giving your body what it needs.

🌿 What You'll Learn in This Episode:

✅ Why eating less can actually make progress harder

✅ The biggest mistakes women over 35 are making

✅ How protein supports hormones, energy, and body composition

✅ Why strength training becomes non-negotiable as we age

✅ The connection between stress, safety, and weight loss

✅ How to build habits that actually last

👤 Guest Info:

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

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In this episode, Calista Clements opens up about the moment she broke down in tears in a car, frustrated by politics, social media labeling, and the feeling that many Australians were afraid to express reasonable opinions publicly. She shares how that moment led her to start posting consistently online and build a platform around conversation, debate, and what she calls “common sense.”

We talk about ‘cancel culture’, respectful disagreement, the pressures of social media, and why so many people stay silent even when they have something meaningful to say. Calista also reflects on her experience during Victoria's lockdowns and how that period shaped her perspective on freedom, responsibility, and speaking up.

At its core, this conversation isn’t about convincing everyone to agree. It’s about whether a healthy society can still tolerate disagreement, nuance, and difficult conversations.

🌿 What You'll Learn in This Episode:

✅ Why "common sense" has become controversial

✅ The impact of cancel culture on public conversations

✅ Why so many people are afraid to speak honestly

✅ How Calista found the confidence to share her views online

✅ The lasting effects of lockdowns on Australians

✅ How to stand by your beliefs when others disagree

👤 Guest Info:

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

Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thecalistacut 

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FREE Hormone Quiz: https://form.typeform.com/to/a3wsLZF6 

Nat’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natkringoudis

NK The Membership: https://site.natkringoudis.com/membership 

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What happens when the pursuit of health becomes unhealthy?

In this episode, I sit down with entrepreneur Nick Bell to talk about success, burnout, health scares, and the lessons he learned after pushing his body to the limit. From taking more than 90 supplements a day to spending 18 months focused solely on recovering his health, Nick shares the mistakes he made so you don't have to.

We dive into biohacking, peptides, stem cells, fasting, heavy metals, sleep, and the endless search for the next health solution. But perhaps the biggest lesson is that more isn't always better. Sometimes the foundations matter most.

At the core of it, this conversation is about finding what actually works, cutting through the noise, and understanding that health isn't something you can shortcut.

🌿 What You'll Learn in This Episode:

✅ Why more supplements don't always mean better health

✅ The health scare that changed Nick's priorities

✅ The basics that matter more than expensive health hacks

✅ How sleep impacts every area of your life

✅ The risks of overtraining and overdoing it

✅ Why less is often more when it comes to wellness

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👤 Guest Info:

Nick Bell: https://www.instagram.com/nickbellau/ 

Website: https://nick-bell.com/ 

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FREE Hormone Quiz: https://form.typeform.com/to/a3wsLZF6 

Nat’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natkringoudis

NK The Membership: https://site.natkringoudis.com/membership 

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Menopause really is getting a hot minute, but there are still so many misconceptions surrounding both perimenopause and menopause.

Perhaps you’re waking at 3am, or feeling anxious. You might be forgetting words mid sentence, snapping at things that never used to bother you, or wondering why your body suddenly feels unfamiliar… then I got you. You’ll want to press play immediately.

I’m diving into menopause and perimenopause and breaking down why this transition is so much more than hormones alone. Because yes, hormones matter, but your nervous system, stress levels, sleep, nutrition, environment and even the load you’re carrying every day all play a role in how you experience this phase of life.

But there’s a piece to this puzzle almost every woman is missing… you’re a smart woman, it’s time to take the upgrade that menopause unlocks seriously. But without knowing what this is or how, you’ll likely miss this step completely.

So many women feel like they need to push harder when symptoms start showing up, when actually, the opposite is true and unlocking this is truly the one thing you need to know. This is the season where your body allows your to work smarter - not harder. I explore this and more in this episode.

🌿 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✅ The difference between perimenopause, menopause and post menopause

✅ Common symptoms and what they may actually be telling you

✅ Why hormones aren’t the whole story

✅ The role of stress and your nervous system in symptoms

✅ Why HRT is one tool, not the whole toolbox

✅ Simple foundations that can help you feel better

👇 All the Good Stuff 👇

FREE Hormone Quiz: https://form.typeform.com/to/a3wsLZF6 

Nat’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natkringoudis

NK The Membership: https://site.natkringoudis.com/membership 

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Why does it feel like women are expected to do everything… and somehow still feel like they're falling short?

In this episode, Hilary Holmes opens up about motherhood, entrepreneurship, community, and the invisible pressure women carry every day. From raising children and building businesses to trying to meet expectations that no longer fit modern life, this is an honest conversation about the reality so many women are quietly living through.

We talk about parenting without control, navigating guilt as a working mum, and why community matters more than ever. Hilary also shares the challenges of growing a business while trying to stay connected to herself and the people around her.

At the core of it, this conversation is a reminder that success doesn’t have to look the same for everyone and maybe the goal isn’t doing it all, but creating a version of life that actually works for you.

🌿 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✅ Why modern women feel pressure to be everything to everyone

✅ The reality of balancing motherhood and ambition

✅ Why community matters more than ever

✅ Parenting lessons that challenge old ways of thinking

✅ How entrepreneurship impacts your personal life

✅ Creating success on your own terms

👤 Guest Info:

Hilary Holmes: https://www.instagram.com/hilaryholmesmakeup/ 

Holme Beauty: https://holmebeauty.com/ 

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What if the reason you’re exhausted isn’t just stress… but the way you’re sleeping?

In this episode, sleep expert Olivia Arezzolo breaks down why so many women are struggling with energy, burnout, and restless nights, even when they think they’re doing everything “right.” From cortisol and blood sugar to screens, routines, and nervous system overload, we unpack the hidden habits disrupting your sleep.

We also talk about the pressure to always be “on,” why women are more affected by poor sleep than we realise, and the small shifts that can completely change your energy, mood, and hormones.

Because better sleep isn’t a luxury. It changes everything.

🌿 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✅ Why You’re Waking Up Tired

✅ The Link Between Stress, Cortisol and Sleep

✅ How Blood Sugar Impacts Deep Sleep

✅ Common Habits That Quietly Disrupt Rest

✅ Why Women Need Different Sleep Support

✅ Simple Changes That Improve Sleep Quality Fast

👤 Guest Info:

Olivia Arezzolo: https://www.instagram.com/oliviaarezzolo/ 

Olivia’s Website: https://oliviaarezzolo.com.au/

Bear, Lion, Or Wolf Book: https://oliviaarezzolo.com.au/my-book 

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FREE Hormone Quiz: https://form.typeform.com/to/a3wsLZF6 

Nat’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natkringoudis

NK The Membership: https://site.natkringoudis.com/membership 

Nook Saunas: ⁠https://nooksaunas.com.au/⁠ - USE CODE NATKPOD

What does it really take to build a life, a body, and a business you love… especially when things don’t go to plan?

In this episode, I’m joined by Maha and Sally, the sister duo behind Swish and the original Super Green Smoothies movement. We go beyond the highlight reel and talk honestly about what a “10-year overnight success” actually looks like, from business pressures to navigating life as sisters.

Sally shares her stage 3 cancer diagnosis just after giving birth, and how that experience completely changed the way she sees time, health, and what really matters. Maha opens up about rewriting old relationship patterns, doing the inner work, and calling in something different.

We also get into comparison, tall poppy syndrome, and why celebrating your wins is more important than you think. Because at the end of the day, you can’t build a life you love if you’re constantly tearing yourself down.

🌿 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✅ What a “10-year overnight success” really looks like behind the scenes

✅ How a cancer diagnosis can shift your perspective on life

✅ Why small, consistent choices matter more than quick fixes

✅ How mindset and inner work can change your relationships

✅ The impact of comparison and how to move through it

✅ Why you can’t heal a body you hate

👤 Guest Info:

Swiish: https://www.instagram.com/swiish/ 

Sally Obermeder: https://www.instagram.com/sallyobermeder/ 

Maha Corbett: https://www.instagram.com/maha_corbett/ 

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What if the way we’re living isn’t actually how women are designed to live?

In this conversation, Jane Hardwicke Collings shares a powerful perspective on women’s health, cycles, and what’s been lost over generations. From the way we experience our periods to how we move through different life stages, she explains why so many women feel disconnected from their bodies.

We talk about the impact of modern life on women’s nervous systems, the loss of traditional wisdom, and how cultural conditioning has shaped the way we see our cycles, aging, and even ourselves.

This is a deeper look at what it means to come back to your body, to trust it, and to understand the rhythms that have always been there.

At its core, this conversation is about remembering, reconnecting, and doing things differently.

🌿 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✅ Why Modern Life Doesn’t Support Women’s Biology

✅ The Power of Understanding Your Cycle

✅ How Cultural Conditioning Shapes Women’s Health

✅ What We’ve Lost When It Comes to Traditional Wisdom

✅ Why Nervous System Health Matters More Than Ever

✅ How to Start Reconnecting With Your Body

📌 Chapters (Jump to your favorite part!):

00:00 - Intro

01:12 - Why Women Feel So Disconnected

04:30 - The Impact of Modern Life on Women

08:05 - Relearning the Menstrual Cycle

12:18 - Cultural Conditioning and Body Shame

16:40 - Nervous System and Hormonal Health

21:05 - Reclaiming Feminine Wisdom

27:30 - Coming Back to Your Body

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👤 Guest Info:

Jane Hardwicke Collings: https://www.instagram.com/janehardwickecollings/ 

The Womancraft Way: https://thewomancraftway.framer.website/ 

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The Pagoda Tree Clinic: https://www.instagram.com/thepagodatree/ 

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