Ep. #60
Happy January 1st! What a year 2023 has been for me and this podcast. To celebrate the success of this show, I am going to be sharing the top lessons that I learned from all 59 episodes that we recorded in 2023. From wellness tips to life hacks, this end of year roundup you are not going to want to miss. I also share some POW updates and changes for 2024.
A huge thank you to our listeners for your unwavering support and encouragement. We hope you've found our show as enriching as we've found making it!


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Show Links:

My Brain Scan with Dr. Amen - YouTube

Pasture Bird

White Oak Pastures 

Think Dirty

Strength App


Topics Discussed:

01:19 - New Studio Announcement 

01:57 - New Merch/Hats

03:04 - Launch Of The Pow Network - Separating From Dear Media

05:30 - Mindful Eating 

06:28 - Walking = Longevity 

07:29 - Birth Control And Hormone Health 

08:23 - Emotional Trauma + Gut Health

09:02 - Processed Foods And Why You Want To Avoid Them

13:57 - How To Eat Sweets In A Healthy Way + Blood Sugar Spiking 

14:09 - Order Of Eating To Prevent Blood Sugar Spikes

14:56: - Removing Pore Clogging Beauty Products 

15:38 - Cancer And Alcohol

16:37 - High Impact Workouts Vs Slow Impact Workouts

17:15 - Why Women Should Eat More Red Meat + Carnivore Diet

18:00 - Lab Tests And Why They Are Essential + What Tests Are The Best

18:30 - Importance Of Knowing Your Farmer + Regenerative Farming

19:01 - Toxic Products And Our Hormones 

19:26 - It’s Okay To Take A Break 

20:08 - No Loss In Educating Yourself Around Fertility 

20:43 - Cooking Oils

23:51 - Goal Setting Tips 

25:43 - Vision Boards + What My Goals In 2023 Were

Top Wellness Tips For 2024 & New Year Goal Setting

Mari Llewellyn is the transformation queen. Since 2018, Mari has been on an evolving journey with all things health and wellness. Inspired by her own pursuit of wellness, Mari is diving deeper into topics such as optimal living, nutrition, exercise, longevity, mental health, childhood trauma, relationships, and more. Radical honesty, goal-setting, and self-discipline all helped Mari transform and finally feel at home in her body. But Pursuit of Wellness is really about working from the inside out, learning to believe in yourself, and knowing that you are WORTH the time and energy to become your best self. Mari is on a mission to find the best health hacks from experts, as well as tips from her closest friends and family. In addition, you’ll hear solo episodes from Mari herself, discussing her own struggles and triumphs along the way. As a listener you can expect real and raw conversations with Mari that go more than skin deep. Tune in to the Pursuit of Wellness for a weekly dose of inspiration and insight and that is like a little nudge from a friend to keep going, to keep doing the work, and to keep transforming into the best version of you.

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Ep. #102 In today's episode, I'm thrilled to be joined by Mark Groves, a renowned human connection specialist, the mind behind Create the Love, the host of Create The Love Podcast, and co author of Liberate The Love. In an age where it’s so hard to disconnect from our screens, we talk about ways to prioritize your relationships, step away from social media, and find ways to really reconnect with yourself. Whether you're navigating the complexities of modern dating or seeking to strengthen your existing relationships, this podcast offers invaluable insights and practical advice. As someone committed to nurturing my own relationship, I found our conversation truly enlightening and left with a wealth of actionable tips. Join us as we explore the intricacies of genuine connections and embark on a journey towards liberated love.

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Harvard Human Development Study

The Light Phone

Man's Search for Meaning

The Anxious Generation

The Coddling of the American Mind: How Good Intentions and Bad Ideas Are Setting Up a Generation for Failure

The Myth of Normal by DR. Gabor Maté + Daniel Maté

It's Not Always Depression by Hilary Jacobs Hendel

Beyond The Pill by  Beyond The Pill

The Business Of Being Born

The Business Of Birth Control 

Liberated Love


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EP. 41: Signs Your Hormones Are Imbalanced w/ Dr. Jolene Brighten: Coming Off The Pill, Periods, Medical Gaslighting, IVF & Infertility, Endocrine Disruptors, Seed Cycling & Becoming Your Own Advocate

EP. 11: Dr. Mindy Pelz On The Truth About Birth Control, Hormones, Cortisol, Fasting & Cycle Syncing


Topics Discussed

02:50 - Harvard Human Development Study 

04:14 - Mark Groves’ interest in human connection

8:38 - Prevalent problems in modern relationships 

13:44 - Relationship with social media and setting phone boundaries

16:43 - Advice for dating and social media

19:54 - Returning to analog and cutting toxic relationships

22:06 - Complexities of deleting social media

25:08 - Genuine relationships and interactions

30:28 - Living your life for social media

35:45 - Healing codependency in a relationship

38:03 - Recovering yourself in a relationship

39:23 - Healthy ways to manage conflict

43:16 - Gaslighting and narcissism

44:12 - Knowing when someone is right for you

50:10 - Examining traditional gender roles

52:16 Revolution against Birth Control

56:51 - Sleep training

01:00:56 - Combatting modern interventions

01:02:53- Top tips for mastering emotional regulation

01:08:03 - Knowing your personal values

01:10:18 - Homesteading and forest bathing

01:13:10 - Liberated Love

How To Create Your Dream Relationship: Codependency, Social Media Boundaries, Gaslighting & Narcissism | Mark Groves

EP: 101 Hey there, POW boys and POW Girls! Welcome back to part two of our interview with the legendary biohacker, Dave Asprey. I know Thursdays are usually solo episodes, but this conversation was just too jam-packed with wisdom to keep to ourselves. In part two, we cover even more captivating topics. From strategies for combating acne through dietary tweaks to the transformative potential of ozone therapy on our mitochondria, this episode is an absolute goldmine of insights. We'll also be navigating through discussions on toxin binders, unraveling the mysteries of mold exposure, and glutathione. And of course, we’ll be sharing top-notch skincare secrets, fertility hacks, and the healing power of mastering your circadian rhythm. 
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Dave Asprey Part 1: Biohacking, Mold Toxicity, Over-Exercising & Keto Diet Myths

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Work Smarter, Not Harder by Dave Asprey

The Bulletproof Diet by Dave Asprey

The Human Upgrade Podcast

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Moldy Movie

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The Better Baby Book By Lana Asprey + David Asprey 

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Topics Discussed:

﻿00:50 - Addressing Mari’s acne

07:28 - Ozone therapy

18:26: - Suggestions for toxin binders

19:38 - What mold really does

22:36 - Pharmaceutical drugs

26:38 - Glutathione

29:36 - Skin absorption

30:43 - Top tips for fertility

34:48 - Challenges of IVF

36:30 - Thoughts on the oura ring

40:06 - Circadian disruption

Dave Asprey Part 2: Best Diet for Acne, Ozone Therapy, Detoxing From Mold, Toxic Fragrances, Fertility Tips

Ep. #100 Welcome to the 100th episode of Pursuit of Wellness! First off, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude for your unwavering support throughout this incredible journey. We are beyond excited for 100 more. To mark this milestone, we're thrilled to host the legendary Dave Asprey, the Father of Biohacking. Dave is an entrepreneur, author, and advocate of the high-protein, low-carb diet who started off as a computer scientist and applied his skillset to health. Our conversation was so full of knowledge that we actually had to split it in two. In this first installment, Dave shares his pioneering journey, thoughts on mold toxicity and coffee, and nuances of veganism, keto, and protein-based diets. Make sure you tune in Thursday for part two of this information-packed conversation with Dave.
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Work Smarter, Not Harder by Dave Asprey

The Bulletproof Diet by Dave Asprey

The Human Upgrade Podcast

Dangercoffee.com

DaveAsprey.com

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Topics Discussed:

04:11 - Dave Asprey’s beginning in biohacking

09:57 - Dave’s thoughts on veganism

16:26 - Impacts of mold toxicity 

19:02 - Mold and coffee  

22:29 - Laws about mold toxins in coffee

23:45 - How to tell if there is mold in your coffee

24:59 - Best ways to drink coffee

28:52 - More on what mold does

33:51 - Body and mind health

37:02 - Dave’s training methods

43:09 - The laziness principal

45:19 - Dave’s diet protocols

51:48 - Eating different types of red meat

Dave Asprey Part 1: Biohacking, Mold Toxicity, Over-Exercising & Keto Diet Myths

Ep. #99 On today’s episode, Fi and I return for another girl chat. We’ve been to three cities in two days, and it’s so surreal to be back and recording this in Los Angeles. We had a whirlwind of a pitstop in New York with Jay Shetty and we can’t wait to spill the tea. Plus, I have some fertility updates and Fi has some updates of her own. Let’s get to it!
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Topics Discussed:

﻿01:23 - Jay Shetty’s DM

04:48 - Time Magazine Event

14:38 - NYC to LAX

16:34 - Fertility update

25:22 - Fi’s update with Semaglutide

31:40 -  Food Addiction + Fighting the Food Noise

37:46 - Upcoming Bloom update

Solo: An Exclusive Event in NYC, Fi’s Ozempic Journey, Food Noise & Fertility Update

Ep. 98 Today we’re talking all about holistic nutrition with Cara Clark, renowned integrative nutritionist and wellness educator. From advising A-list celebrities to guiding Olympic athletes and NBA prospects, Cara shares her wealth of knowledge on fostering a healthier relationship with food. Join us as we explore topics ranging from managing glucose levels and histamine issues to fertility tips and navigating pregnancy cravings. With insightful discussions on weight loss, the impact of social media, and practical advice for feeding both kids and infants, this episode is a treasure trove of wellness wisdom. Whether you're seeking guidance on nutrition, fitness, or overall well-being, Cara's expertise offers valuable insights to help you thrive.

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Topics Discussed

02:42 - Getting started in integrative nutrition

07:46 - Learning how to slow down 

13:45 - How histamine issues affect different people

17:37 - Progesterone  

18:33 - Managing your glucose and diet suggestions

20:06 - The “fruit first” concept

21:56 - Doing less and the negative impact of HIIT workouts

24:06 - Fertility suggestions

26:18 - Cravings and diet during pregnancy

30:16 - Most common barrier to losing weight

33:51 - Thoughts on Ozempic

35:50- Processed foods

39:36 - Working with celebrities

42:45 - Biotoxin binders

43:05 - Dissociative eating

44:46 - Disordered eating

45:39 - Dangers of social media influence

48:02 - Keeping kid meals fun and nutritious

50:32 - Baby food recommendations

51:55 - Fan Q+A

56:03 - What wellness means to Cara

Top Wellness Tips For 2024 & New Year Goal Setting

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