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Finding your Superpowers

What if the thing you’ve spent years hiding… is actually the very thing that makes you powerful?

In this episode, I sit down with John Kippen — magician, speaker, resilience & empowerment coach, author of Playing the Hand You’re Dealt, and creator of the short film John’s Ultimate Illusion, produced in collaboration with Jamie Lee Curtis, who also wrote the foreword to his book. John has performed at the iconic Magic Castle in Los Angeles, delivered a moving TEDx talk on embracing difference, and coached countless individuals through some of the most challenging chapters of their lives.

Hear all about John’s journey — from a life altering brain surgery to becoming a voice of possibility, creativity, and courage. His work blends mindset, storytelling, imagination, and human connection in a way that helps people see themselves differently and step into what’s possible.

Together we explore:

• Why being different is your superpower

• How facial paralysis led to a rebirth in confidence, creativity, and purpose

• Why adults stop dreaming — and how to reconnect with imagination

• The mindset shift from “I have to” to “I get to”

• How magic and storytelling help people heal, open, and see new paths

• Using service and connection as tools to get out of your own way

• The “tiptoe out of your comfort zone” method for building confidence

• Why it’s never too late to redefine who you want to become

This conversation is full of heart, insight, and human wisdom. John reminds us that our uniqueness, our scars, and even our struggles can become the very things that make us magnetic — and that dreaming again is not a luxury… it’s a necessity.

Connect with John Kippen

If John’s message resonated with you, here are the best ways to dive deeper into his work:

Website: https://www.johnkippen.com/

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

TEDx Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/john_kippen_being_different_is_my_super_power_magic_saved_my_life

Film: John’s Ultimate Illusion (details on his website)

Book: Playing the Hand You’re Dealt (with foreword by Jamie Lee Curtis)

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I’m Montse — host of The Wellness Hood. This space is all about meaningful conversations with real humans, experts, and guides helping us reach our best version — physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.

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Thank you for being here — we’re building this together.

Meditation -

What if the key to clarity, productivity, emotional balance, and inner peace isn’t doing more… but shifting the way your brain and nervous system function?

In this episode, I sit down with Tom Cronin — global meditation teacher, founder of The Stillness Project, author of seven books, creator of the internationally recognised film and book The Portal, and a former finance broker whose journey from panic attacks and insomnia to profound stillness has inspired audiences worldwide.

For over two decades, Tom has guided CEOs, creatives, organisations, and individuals in understanding how meditation can rewire the brain, regulate the nervous system, and create sustainable performance in a world that runs on overstimulation. His work bridges ancient Vedic wisdom with modern neuroscience — making stillness not just a spiritual idea, but a practical, science-backed tool for everyday life.

Together we explore:

• What meditation actually does to the brain and body

• How stress hijacks creativity, decision-making, and emotional regulation

• Why 20 minutes of stillness can outperform two more hours of productivity

• The deeper identity shifts that happen when we slow down

• Why stillness amplifies ambition and purpose — rather than diminishing it

• Tom’s mission to inspire 1 billion people to meditate daily

This conversation blends depth, science, and lived wisdom — and is a powerful reminder that calm isn’t passive… it’s a biological reset that changes everything.

Connect with Tom Cronin

If Tom’s message resonated with you, here are the best places to learn more, explore his work, join his retreats, and connect personally:

Website: https://tomcronin.com/

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

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomcronin1/

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I’m Montse — host of The Wellness Hood. Here we’re all about real conversations with experts, guides, and grounded humans who help us reach our best version, inside and out.

If you’d love to co-create with us, tell us what topics you want explored, what questions you’re holding, or what guests you’d love to hear from. Your voice helps shape this community.

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Thank you for being here — we’re building this together.

What if the version of you running your life… isn’t really you?

In this episode, I sit down with Helena Day — subconscious rewiring master coach, and a guide to founders and leaders ready to step out of autopilot and into authentic freedom.

With over a decade of experience, Helena blends nervous system tools, hypnotherapy, and embodiment to create deep, lasting inner change.

Helena introduces her powerful Unbind method— the process of recognising and dissolving the layers of conditioning, beliefs, and survival patterns that shape how we think, feel, and behave. Because before we can become who we truly are… we must see who we’ve been trained to be.

Together we explore:

• What unbinding really means — and why it’s not about fixing yourself
• How childhood patterns and nervous system responses quietly shape adult behaviour
• Why awareness comes before choice — and why choice is freedom
• The limits of mindset work, and why the body must be part of transformation
• The forgotten power of imagination and play in adult life
• What authenticity means in a world full of expectations and performance
• Practical ways to begin noticing patterns and reconnecting with your values
• The truth about habit change (and why it sometimes takes 3,000 reps)

This conversation isn’t about becoming more — it’s about becoming real. It’s gentle, grounded, and quietly radical in the way it invites us to soften, see ourselves clearly, and step into deeper self trust and choice.

If you’ve ever wondered “Who am I beneath all of this?”
If you’ve ever felt like life is happening to you instead of through you…
Or if you simply feel ready to meet yourself more honestly — this episode will land.

Connect with Helena Day

To learn more about Helena’s work and explore her multidimensional approach to inner transformation, you can find her here:

Website: helenaday.com

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

Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/helenaday

Free tools: ValuesExploration Audio

Connect with The Wellness Hood

I’m Montse, host of The Wellness Hood — a space where we move past trends and quick fixes, and into meaningful conversations that widen our awareness and deepen our sense of wellbeing.

Each episode brings thoughtful insights, lived wisdom, and practical tools to help you meet yourself more fully — in your body, mind, and everyday life.

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True transformation rarely arrives in a single moment — it’s built through small, conscious choices, honest reflection, and the courage to return to yourself again and again.

Thanks for being here — keep choosing what feels true.

Men's Health -

What if one of the biggest predictors of men’s overall health was something no one talks about — their sperm?

In this episode, we sit down with Saara Jamieson — scientist, author, and founder of Cool Beans Underwear, the world’s first medical grade underwear designed to improve male fertility and overall wellbeing. After years of infertility and loss, Saara, a former medical researcher, created a simple prototype that kept her husband’s testes cool and supported. Four months later, they conceived naturally.

That kitchen table idea grew into an evidence led medical device now used globally to support fertility, hormonal balance,  post operative recovery, athletes, army and more…

Together we dive into:

- The shocking decline in male fertility and testosterone overthe past 50 years — and what’s really behind it

- How testicular heat, lifestyle, and environmental toxinssilently affect sperm quality

- The science behind cooling underwear and why temperature regulation matters for testosterone and reproductive health

- The emotional side of infertility — how couples can reconnect and communicate through the journey

- What to look for in a sperm test and why DNA fragmentation matters

- Practical, everyday steps to improve men’s fertility and long term wellbeing — from reducing plastics to hydration and movement

- The future of men’s health: breaking taboos, starting conversations, and educating the next generation

This conversation isn’t just about fertility — it’s about awareness, prevention, and the small, science backed choices that support hormonal and mental health for years to come.

If you’ve ever thought men’s health is just about testosterone or gym performance, this episode will open your eyes to how deep and interconnected it really is.

Connect with Saara Jamieson

To learn more about Saara’s work and explore her evidence led approach to improving men’s reproductive health and wellbeing, you can find her and Cool Beans here:

Website: coolbeansunderwear.com

Book: Cool Beans Book – One Woman’s Mission to Reclaim Fertility through Men’s Health

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True health isn’t built overnight — it’s the quiet awareness of the small things we do daily. Whether it’s what we eat, how we rest, or the materials we wear against our skin — every choice is a message to the body. Keep choosing the small steps that make you 1% better every day.

Cacao Ceremony

Today I sit down with Laura Yates, founder of The Hummingbird Life—a facilitator, space holder, and guide devoted to helping people remember their innate wholeness through connection to self, nature, and community. She also calls herself an ambassador of joy.

In this heart cantered conversation, Laura takes us deep into the world of ceremonial cacao—where ancient ritual meets modern mindfulness. We explore the difference between cacao and cocoa, uncover the folklore of Goddess Ixcacao and her message of the divine feminine, and trace cacao’s true origins back to Northern Peru, long before the Mayans.

Laura explains what it really means when cacao is called a “heart opener,” revealing the science behind theobromine, serotonin, dopamine, and the bliss molecules that foster joy and connection. She shares how intention, ritual, music, and movement transform cacao from a simple drink into a living medicine, and why every step—from how it’s farmed to who prepares it—matters.

We also step inside Laura’s ceremonies to experience the flow of preparation, blessings, movement, and integration, learning how this ancient practice can help us slow down, listen deeply, and reconnect with the wisdom of the earth and of our own hearts.

This episode is a soulful blend of story, science, and spirituality—a reminder that healing often begins with remembering who we are and honouring the sacred in everyday life.

Connect with Laura Yates (The Hummingbird Life)

To explore ceremonies, workshops, and Laura’s latest offerings from The Hummingbird Life, connect with her here:

Website: the-hummingbird-life.com

Instagram: @thehummingbirdlife

LinkedIn: Laura Yates

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Take a breath, sip slowly, and let your heart lead the way.

Life after 50

In this episode, I sit down with Maz O’Connor—entrepreneur, mentor, and host of YOU FIRST podcast—to explore why life after 50 is the beginning of something extraordinary. We dive into the courage to reinvent (from solo parenting and sailing to building community and moving to Bali), flipping the midlife narrative, and creating freedom through health, wealth, and connection.

Maz shares the power of morning practices, vision boards, and choosing the right people (and inputs) to fuel your next chapter. We unpack health as the foundation of freedom from gut health and inflammation to the future of personalised wellness via DNA & microbiome testing. AI health insights, targeted nutraceuticals, nootropic by testing your antioxidants levels (Maz’s latest project).

We talk money mindset, her “little book of abundance,” multiple income streams, and building community that amplifies women globally.
If you’ve been feeling stuck or ready for something more, this conversation will help you gather your courage, sharpen your focus, and take that first bold step.

Tune in now and start creating your most powerful third act.

Connect with Maz O’Connor

If Maz’s story speaks to you, explore her world of reinvention and wellness through her work and community below:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maz-o-connor-8867032b/

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/maz.oconnor2

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Midlife isn’t a finish line—it’s your launchpad. Press play,trust yourself, and build the chapter you can’t stop dreaming about.

Spiritual Gifts

What does it mean to live in alignment with your spiritualgifts?

In this episode, we sit down with transformational coach Kevin White from Believe Crew to explore spirituality in a way that’s practical, grounded, and deeply human. Kevin shares his personal journey—from overcoming addiction to revitalizing a 20+ year marriage—and how it led him to discover the power of spiritual gifts and understanding what is sacred about ourselves.

Together, we dive into:

• What spirituality really means beyond religion
• How spiritual gifts show up in everyday life
• The difference between gifts and purpose (and why you need both)
• Practical ways to identify and nurture your own gifts
• How spirituality connects to holistic health, fulfillment, and contribution

If you’ve ever felt successful on the outside but unfulfilled on the inside, this conversation will give you a fresh perspective—and a reminder that your gifts are already within you, waiting to be explored.

Tune in to discover how living aligned with your spiritual gifts can bring clarity, connection, and joy into every part of your life.Connect with Kevin

Follow Kevin White for coaching, insights, and conversations about discovering your spiritual gifts and more:

Website: https://www.believecrew.comEmail: [email protected]: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-g-white/

Podcast: https://www.linkedin.com/company/business-addicts-podcast/

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Spirituality brings balance to health, purpose, and fulfillment—your gifts are already within you, waiting to be lived.

Longevity - Aging well practically.

Summary:

What if healthy ageing wasn’t about living longer, but living better — today and 30 years from now? In this conversation we sit down with Duri Granziol, CEO of Avea Life, former Lazada Alibaba operator, and a pragmatic voice in the booming longevity space, to unpack how prevention, smart supplementation, and better sleep can compound into a life you actually want to live. No hype, no 40 pill mornings, just real science, quality standards, and routines that fit a busy life.

Together we dive into:

• Why our current “sick care” model misses prevention and what Medicine 3.0 looks like in practice

• The everyday levers that move the needle: sleep, exercise, nutrition (and why sleep is the multiplier)

• Cellular energy 101: NAD⁺, NMN NR, and mitochondria - what matters, what’s noise

• Senolytics and the “zombie cell” problem, explained simply

• Collagen activation for skin, joints, and tissue integrity (beyond beauty)

• Glucose stability for energy, weight, and long term metabolic health

• The Wild West of supplements: bioavailable forms, independent testing, transparency, and how to read a label

• Personalisation over perfection: simple n=1 experiments, tracking blood tests, and picking goals that actually matter

• Biohacking without the extremes: a sustainable stack (protein, creatine,urolithin A) and keeping your social life

• What’s next: cheaper diagnostics and AI that turn your daily inputs into precise, real time guidance

This episode isn’t about chasing immortality, it’s about building a life that feels strong, clear, and capable for decades. Expect plain language science, buyer’s guides you can use, and changes you can start this week.

Connect with Duri Granziol and Avea Life

Discover more about Duri’s work in the longevity space and explore Avea’s science backed approach to supplements:

Website: https://avea-life.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/avea.life/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/duri-granziol/

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AI and Psychology

Summary:

What if 90% of your life was being run by programs you didn’t even know were installed? That’s the reality of the subconscious mind — and today, we’re exploring how to unlock it.

In this episode, we down with Tania Kodliuk, transformation expert, PhD in Mathematics, an AI innovator, and a certified hypnotherapist — who has made it her mission to blend science, psychology, and technology to help people upgrade their “inner operating system.” As the founder of Odyssea AI, Tania is pioneering tools that combine artificial intelligence with deep healing frameworks to rewire limiting beliefs, release blocks, and reconnect us with our true purpose.

Together we dive into:

• The two core subconscious beliefs that sit beneath most selfsabotage: “I’m not safe” and “I’m not loved”
• How to identify and release the emotions that keep limiting beliefs alive in the body
• Practical methods for “rewriting” the subconscious — from micro daily practices to trance work
• Purpose as something we uncover, not chase, and how life’s cracks often lead us back to our golden core
• How AI can act as an ethical, supportive guide by asking better questions, connecting the dots, and helpingus see what we cannot see on our own

This conversation isn’t about theory — it’s about transformation. You’ll walk away with practical tools, metaphors you won’t forget (old browsers, golden statues, inner keys), and a new perspective on how technology can actually bring us closer to ourselves.

If you’ve ever thought “I know better, but I can’t seem to do better,” this episode will show you why — and how to shift it.

Connect with Tania Kodliuk

If you’d like to explore more of Tania’s work and discover how she blends subconscious reprogramming with AI-powered tools for transformation, here are the best places to connect with her:

https://www.instagram.com/tania.odyssea/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanpask/

 https://www.odyssea.ai/

Her mental wellbeing app Odyssea:

Android – https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ai.odyssea.ody&hl=en_SG

iPhone – https://apple.co/3Z667XS

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I’m Montse, your host. Here, we go beyond quick fixes and surface level tips — diving into meaningful conversations with thought leaders, practitioners, and innovators who are reshaping how we think about wellbeing. Each episode is about bringing clarity, curiosity, and practical tools to help you thrive in body, mind, and purpose. Join me as we turn wellness into something you can actually live every day.
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Keep choosing the small steps that make you 1% better everyday.

Probiotics, fiber & microbiome

Summary:

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Cheryl Yeo, a Ph.D. in Food Science and Nutrition, researcher, and founder of iAM Health. Cheryl has spent years exploring how micronutrients and gut health shape our wellbeing, building on Dr. Linus Pauling’s vision that “optimum nutrition is the medicine of the future.” Her work bridges deep science with practical tools for everyday health, moving beyond symptom management to uncovering—and addressing—the real root causes.

Together, we demystify the microbiome—what it actually is, why it’s so critical for health, and how probiotics, prebiotics, and fiber all interact in ways that can either strengthen or disrupt our bodies. We breaks down the science with simple, memorable analogies and shares research backed insights into why not all probiotics are created equal.

We also tackle common misconceptions: why antibiotics may not always be the quick solution, how gut imbalances can show up as skin conditions, allergies, or even mood changes, and why prevention is far more powerful than chasing quick fixes. Cheryl offers practical strategies for daily wellness from choosing the right probiotic strains to weaving more fiber into your meals—that can help restore balance and resilience from within.

If you’ve ever wondered how your gut health connects to your energy, immunity, or even your mood, this episode is for you. Cheryl’s perspective is both deeply scientific and refreshingly down to earth, and it just might change the way you think about your health.

Tune in, stay curious, and discover how the path to lasting wellness starts with the invisible ecosystem inside you.

Connect with Cheryl Yeo

If you’d like to dive deeper into Cheryl’s work and explore her science backed approach to gut health and wellness, here are the best places to connect with Cheryl:
 https://www.iamhealth.live/ 

https://www.instagram.com/iamhealth.live/

https://www.instagram.com/drcherylyeo/

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I’m Montse, the host of The Wellness Hood Podcast. Through candid conversations with experts and changemakers, I explore the science and stories behind health, wellbeing, and living with vitality. Come join me as we make wellness practical, inspiring, and part of everyday life:

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Thanks for tuning in and until next time, take care of yourhealth, and it will take care of you!