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"AI is creating beauty standards that aren't even humanly possible."

-Dr. Ruslan

What happens when AI creates beauty standards that don't even exist in real life? In this eye-opening episode of Turmeric & Tequila, Kristen Olson sits down with renowned facial plastic surgeon Dr. Ruslan to discuss one of the biggest mental health and social issues emerging in 2026: AI Dysmorphia. From Instagram filters and AI-generated selfies to cosmetic procedures and self-worth, this conversation explores how technology is reshaping the way we see ourselves—and why more young people are seeking procedures based on faces that aren't even real.

Dr. Ruslan explains:

• What AI Dysmorphia actually is

• Why social media has changed cosmetic surgery forever

• How ethical surgeons know when to say "no"

• The psychology behind cosmetic procedures

• Helping teens build confidence before changing their appearance

• How parents can talk with kids about unrealistic beauty standards

• Why confidence starts internally—not with surgery

This isn't an anti-plastic surgery conversation. It's a conversation about making healthy decisions for the right reasons. If you're a parent, educator, athlete, creator, or anyone navigating today's digital world, this episode is a must-listen.

Time Stamps:

00:00 Welcome to Turmeric & Tequila + Why This Conversation Matters

01:45 Meet Dr. Ruslan: From Artist to Facial Plastic Surgeon

04:30 The Pressure of Operating on Faces & Lessons from Sports

07:00 The Psychology Behind Cosmetic Surgery

10:00 Why Ethical Surgeons Need to Say "No"

13:30 Confidence vs. Chasing Perfection

16:30 What Is AI Dysmorphia?

19:45 How AI Filters Are Creating Impossible Beauty Standards

23:00 Why Social Media Is Changing Self-Image

26:00 Talking to Kids About Beauty, Filters & Confidence

30:00 Teens, Cosmetic Procedures & Responsible Decision-Making

33:30 Advice for Parents Navigating Social Media Pressures

36:30 Final Thoughts: Confidence, Authenticity & Protecting the Next Generation

39:11 Thanks for Watching | Subscribe & Follow Turmeric & Tequila

Dr. Ruslan

Dr. Ruslan Zhuravsky is a board-certified facial plastic surgeon and founder of Z Face Plastic Surgery. He specializes exclusively in facial surgery, with a focus on primary and revision rhinoplasty, ethnic rhinoplasty, teenage rhinoplasty, and complex corrective cases. Known for his meticulous technique and artist's eye, Dr. Ruslan blends advanced surgical science with an artistic approach to facial harmony and structure. His boutique practice emphasizes comprehensive, education-driven consultations and ethical patient care, attracting patients globally who seek natural, long-lasting results that preserve individuality.

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"Health isn't perfection. It's having a healthy relationship with every part of life."

-Justin Hibbert

What happens when one of Las Vegas' top nightlife executives walks away from the party scene to chase peak human performance?

In this episode of Turmeric & Tequila, Kristen Olson sits down with Justin Hibbert, founder of Everhaus, a groundbreaking longevity and human optimization club opening in Las Vegas.

Justin shares his incredible journey from managing VIP nightlife and celebrity events to competing in Ironman triathlons, documenting his transformation in a feature documentary, and building one of the most ambitious longevity communities in the country.

Together they discuss:

• The "Morning Buy-In" philosophy that shaped Justin's life
• Leaving a successful nightlife career to pursue purpose
• The hidden mental health challenges of extreme optimization
• Ironman training and the pursuit of elite performance
• Why community may be the most overlooked longevity tool
• Biohacking without losing your humanity
• Personalized health, AI, blood testing and recovery
• The vision behind Everhaus
• Creating healthier humans through connection—not perfection

If you're interested in longevity, biohacking, fitness, mental health, leadership, entrepreneurship, or simply becoming your healthiest self, this conversation delivers practical insights alongside powerful life lessons.

Timestamps:

00:00 Welcome & Fit Expo Announcement

01:15 Meet Justin Hibbert

03:10 The "Morning Buy-In" & Growing Up with Purpose

07:00 From Las Vegas Nightlife to Executive Leadership

11:45 Why Justin Walked Away from the Party Lifestyle

15:15 Discovering Ironman & Chasing Peak Performance

19:45 The Hidden Cost of Extreme Human Optimization

24:00 Mental Health, Balance & Why Community Matters

28:00 Building Everhaus: The Future of Personalized Longevity

32:15 AI, Recovery Modalities & Concierge Health

35:15 Who EverHaus Is Built For & What's Next

37:15 Final Thoughts, Where to Connect & Closing Remarks

Justin Hibbert is a Las Vegas native, endurance athlete, and founder of Everhaus, a new private health and lifestyle club opening in Las Vegas this fall. A longtime Ironman competitor, Justin's approach to performance and longevity is rooted in consistency, intentionality, and the belief that vitality is built through daily practice.

https://everhaus.club/

https://www.instagram.com/everhaus.club/

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"A useful question to ask yourself is: how do I consistently feel after spending time with this person? That is so huge — all of your intel is right there."

— Kristen Olson

In this raw, unplanned episode of Turmeric & Tequila™, host Kristen Olson pulls back the curtain on something she rarely discusses publicly: her own dating life. After receiving unexpected news about a past situationship, Kristen shares an honest, in-real-time story about falling hard for someone despite early red flags — and what she learned about attachment styles, self-worth, and narcissistic relationship patterns along the way.

At 45, successful in business and athletics, Kristen admits relationships have always been her growth edge. She walks listeners through the instant-connection "fireworks" that pulled her in, the inconsistencies and broken promises she chose to overlook, and the moment she discovered the situation was far messier than she realized. Rather than naming names or seeking revenge, she reframes the experience as a lesson in awareness, boundaries, and grace.

The back half of the episode turns into a practical mini-guide: what narcissism actually is (versus normal narcissistic *traits*), the difference between narcissistic behavior and clinical NPD, common signs you may be dating someone with strong narcissistic traits (love bombing, gaslighting, entitlement, lack of empathy, idealize-then-devalue cycles), and healthy steps to take if you recognize the pattern — trusting behavior over promises, setting boundaries, documenting your experience, and leaning on your support system.

This episode is for anyone who's ever asked themselves, "How did a smart, grounded person like me end up here?" Kristen's answer: you're not alone, give yourself grace, and let the lesson make you wiser — not smaller.

The Deets:

- Why an instant, "fireworks" connection isn't always a green light

- Ignoring red flags because "you just care"

- Anxious attachment, avoidant attachment, and why relationships reveal parts of you therapy alone can't

- A breakdown of narcissistic traits vs. Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD)

- Signs you might be in a relationship with narcissistic patterns

- Practical, healthy steps if you recognize these patterns in your own relationship

- Why shady behavior in relationships impacts far more people than just the couple involved

Timestamps:

00:00 – Intro to Turmeric & Tequila

00:30– Kristen sets up today's unplanned, real-time episode

01:20 – Sponsor shoutout: Colorado Clownfish Swim School & Plantiva

01:50 – Why she's sharing this story: awareness, not revenge

03:05 – The story begins: instant connection, early red flags

05:15 – Internal conflict — staying despite inconsistencies

06:30 – Deep dive into attachment theory and dating a narcissist

08:00 – Red flags mount: flirting, hidden phones, broken plans

09:30 – A transparent (and vulnerable) conversation about intimacy

11:15 – Walking away — and how it circled back again

12:45 – The discovery: finding out the full truth

14:30 – Why cheating and dishonesty are non-negotiable values

16:20 – Cost-benefit of staying: impact on friendships and mental space

17:45 – Unpacking attachment — nervous systems, familiarity, and childhood patterns

20:00 – What is a narcissist? Traits vs. NPD, explained

21:00 – Signs you may be dating someone with narcissistic traits

22:00 – Healthy steps: boundaries, documentation, support systems, therapy

23:00 – Closing thoughts, gratitude, and sign-off

Kristen Olson: is the host of *Turmeric & Tequila*, a podcast built on gracefully disruptive conversations about business, sports, relationships, and personal growth. A strategic partnerships and sponsorships professional by trade, Kristin brings the same candor and awareness to her personal life as she does to the boardroom — sharing real, unfiltered lessons on attachment, boundaries, and becoming a better human, one honest conversation at a time. New episodes available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. @madonnashero

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"You cannot mindset your way out of a dysregulated nervous system."

-Kristen Olson

For years we've been told to think positive, push harder, and power through challenges. But what if the answer isn't changing your mindset first? In this solo episode of Turmeric & Tequila, Kristen Olson dives into the science of nervous system regulation, burnout recovery, emotional resilience, anxiety, addiction recovery, and stress management. Drawing from her experiences as a former Division I athlete, CrossFit Games competitor, entrepreneur, and podcast host, Kristen explores why so many high performers are exhausted despite doing everything "right."

You'll learn how chronic stress impacts the body, why trauma lives in the nervous system, how burnout affects performance and health, and practical tools you can use today to regulate your nervous system and improve your quality of life.

Whether you're an entrepreneur, athlete, parent, leader, or simply feeling overwhelmed, this conversation offers evidence-based insights and actionable strategies to help you move from survival mode into sustainable success.

In This Episode:

✔️ The difference between mindset work and nervous system regulation✔️ Why burnout is more than just being tired✔️ The science behind anxiety and stress responses✔️ Trauma-informed approaches to healing✔️ Addiction recovery through a nervous system lens✔️ Evidence-based resilience practices✔️ Breathwork, movement, sleep, community, and purpose as recovery tools✔️ Why awareness is the first step toward healing

KO's Key Take Aways/ Life learned lessons:

• Many people think they need more motivation when what they really need is recovery.
• The issue isn't stress itself. The issue is becoming stuck in stress.
• Community may be the biggest biohack of all.

00:00 Welcome to Turmeric & Tequila

01:10 Sponsor shoutouts & Fit Expo announcement

03:00 Why nervous system regulation is the foundation of biohacking

04:45 Awareness: recognizing stress, burnout & chronic fatigue

06:30 You cannot mindset your way out of a dysregulated nervous system

08:15 Segment 1: What is nervous system regulation?

09:30 Fight-or-flight vs. rest-and-digest explained

11:30 Why chronic stress keeps us stuck

13:15 Segment 2: Burnout is more than being tired

15:00 Burnout, inflammation & physical health impacts

16:45 Segment 3: Why anxiety feels so physical

18:45 Entrepreneurs, athletes & high-performance stress

20:15 Segment 4: Trauma lives in the body

22:15 Why community may be the ultimate biohack

23:30 Segment 5: Addiction recovery through a nervous system lens

25:15 Social media, dopamine & modern-day addiction

27:00 Segment 6: Science-backed ways to build resilience

27:15 Movement & exercise for stress recovery

28:10 Sleep and nervous system health

28:55 Breathwork, vagus nerve activation & recovery

29:55 Social connection, community & longevity

30:45 Purpose, meaning & emotional resilience

31:30 Final takeaways: awareness, regulation & sustainable success

Kristen Olson

Kristen Olson is a former Division I athlete, 5-time CrossFit Games competitor, entrepreneur, speaker, coach, and host of the globally ranked Turmeric & Tequila Podcast. Through conversations centered around human optimization, mental health, resilience, entrepreneurship, and personal growth, Kristen's mission is to inspire a positive, radical social evolution—one gracefully disruptive conversation at a time.

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"Don't be afraid to make your voice heard. Opportunity often comes to the people willing to step forward and make the ask."

— Cherie Calbom

What does it take to build a lasting brand in the ever-changing world of health and wellness? In this episode of Turmeric & Tequila, Kristen Olson welcomes back wellness pioneer and bestselling author Cherie Calbom, widely known as "The Juice Lady." While their first conversation focused on nutrition and healing, this episode dives into the business side of wellness, entrepreneurship, branding, marketing, and disruption. Cherie shares her remarkable journey from graduate nutrition student to international wellness authority, including her work with the original Juice Man movement, her role as George Foreman's nutritionist, and the lessons learned from building a career that has spanned decades of industry change.

Together, Kristen and Cherie discuss:

• How opportunity often appears before you're ready

• The power of adaptability in business

• Building authority before social media existed

• Why entrepreneurs must continue learning and evolving

• The importance of speaking up and making your pitch

• Consumer-driven disruption in food and wellness industries

• Leadership lessons for women in business

• Creating impact while building a sustainable career

Whether you're an entrepreneur, health professional, creator, coach, or simply someone looking to make a bigger impact, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom and inspiration.

Time Stamps:

00:00 – Welcome back to Cherie Calbom

01:15 – Cherie's incredible nutrition and publishing journey

02:45 – Why business matters in the wellness industry

03:00 – Landing her first opportunity with the Juice Man company

05:30 – Turning nutrition expertise into a career

08:00 – Early lessons in entrepreneurship and saying yes

10:45 – Building credibility before social media existed

13:15 – Working with major brands and industry pioneers

16:30 – Adapting to change as an entrepreneur

17:00 – Learning social media, reels, and modern marketing

19:00 – Why continuous learning matters

21:00 – The evolution of consumer awareness around food

23:15 – How consumer choices influence business behavior

24:05 – Big Food, health trends, and market disruption

26:05 – Branding, influence, and entrepreneurship lessons

26:30 – The importance of the elevator pitch

28:00 – Finding confidence and using your voice

30:30 – Advice for women building businesses

33:00 – Persistence, purpose, and long-term success

35:00 – Final wisdom for entrepreneurs and wellness leaders

36:30 – Closing thoughts and where to connect with Cherie

Cherie Calbom:

Known worldwide as "The Juice Lady," Cherie Calbom, MS, CN is a leading authority on juicing, detoxification, and whole foods nutrition. She is a bestselling author of more than 35 books focused on health, wellness, and natural healing, including Juicing for Life and The Juice Lady's Big Book of Juices and Green Smoothies. Cherie has spent decades helping people improve their health through nutrition, cleansing programs, and lifestyle transformation. She has appeared on CNN, Fox News, and numerous national media outlets and has lectured internationally on wellness and detoxification.

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"For years I believed happiness lived in a smaller body. What I finally learned was that healing my relationship with myself was the real transformation."

-Lauren Rojas

What if the hardest part of weight loss isn't the food—it's the emotional story you've been carrying your entire life?

In this powerful episode of Turmeric & Tequila, Kristen Olson sits down with wellness coach Lauren Rojas to discuss her 30+ year journey through diet culture, emotional eating, weight loss surgery, food addiction recovery, and ultimately finding peace with her body.

Lauren shares what it was like growing up overweight, beginning diets at just 10 years old, and spending decades chasing the belief that happiness lived in a smaller body. From Weight Watchers and fad diets to food addiction programs, CrossFit, and bariatric surgery, Lauren reveals the lessons she learned along the way and how she now helps women transform their relationship with food, body image, and self-worth.

Together, Kristen and Lauren explore the impact of reality television, The Biggest Loser, social pressure, emotional eating, body acceptance, self-awareness, and the importance of reconnecting mind, body, and spirit.

This conversation is for anyone who has ever struggled with food, body image, perfectionism, shame, or the belief that they are somehow "not enough."

In This Episode:

• Lauren's lifelong battle with weight and dieting

• Growing up in the height of diet culture

• Why attaching worth to weight can be so damaging

• Weight Watchers, fad diets, and food addiction recovery

• The Biggest Loser and the impact of reality TV on body image

• Emotional eating and the shame cycle

• Weight loss surgery as a tool—not a solution

• Intuitive eating and self-awareness practices

• Breaking free from guilt around food

• Building a healthier relationship with yourself

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Welcome & Sponsor Shoutouts

01:18 Meet Lauren Rojas

02:35 Growing Up Overweight & Starting Diets at Age 10

05:20 Attaching Self-Worth to Weight Loss

08:00 Weight Watchers, Diet Culture & Childhood Experiences

11:00 Fad Diets, Food Rules & Extreme Weight Loss Attempts

15:00 The Moment Lauren Realized Dieting Wasn't the Answer

17:40 Food Addiction Recovery & Losing 100 Pounds

21:00 Gaining the Weight Back & Emotional Struggles

24:00 Weight Loss Surgery as a Tool for Change

27:30 Turning Pain into Purpose Through Coaching

30:00 The Biggest Loser, Reality TV & Body Image Expectations

34:00 Public Attention, Anxiety & Emotional Eating

37:00 Mindset, Awareness & Healing the Relationship with Food

41:00 Food Addiction vs. Food Freedom

45:00 Self-Love, Awareness & Sustainable Wellness

48:00 Lauren's Coaching Approach & Final Takeaways

Lauren Rojas is a wellness coach for women who have used the tool of weight loss surgery or a GLP-1 to lose the weight, but know the real work is emotional and mental. Having lived the cycle herself for over 30 years, she understands this struggle from the inside out. Through reconnecting mind, body, and spirit, Lauren helps women break free from emotional eating and find lasting peace with food and their body.

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"The more I stay in alignment with who I truly am, the more life flows. The opportunities come, the right people appear, and everything starts to make sense."

-Kristen M. Olson

Welcome to Episode 300 of Turmeric & Tequila!

What started as a passion project to tell authentic stories has grown into 300 conversations with remarkable humans, entrepreneurs, athletes, leaders, dreamers, and changemakers. In this special solo episode, Kristen reflects on the biggest lessons learned throughout the journey and shares the wisdom she wishes she had known earlier.

From athletics and entrepreneurship to personal growth, relationships, leadership, and finding your authentic voice, Kristen breaks down the key themes that have emerged across hundreds of conversations and thousands of hours of learning.

This episode is part celebration, part reflection, and part roadmap for anyone striving to build a meaningful life while staying true to themselves.

If you've ever wondered how to align your passions, embrace your unique gifts, or create success on your own terms, this milestone episode is for you.

"The athlete never leaves you; the arena simply changes." – Kristen M. Olson

In This Episode You'll Learn:

• Why your childhood interests may reveal your life's purpose
• How athletic lessons translate into business and leadership success
• The power of authenticity in speaking, branding, and content creation
• Why alignment creates more opportunities than hustle alone
• The difference between "doing" and "being"
• How success has evolved over time
• What matters more—and less—as you grow older
• Advice for entrepreneurs, athletes, creators, and the next generation
• Lessons from 300 conversations with extraordinary humans
• Why expressing yourself matters more than fitting in

Timestamps:

00:00 – Welcome to Episode 300 & Gratitude 02:23 – Why This Milestone Matters 04:00 – The Framework: 10 Lessons from 300 Conversations 05:28 – Athlete Kristen: Competition, Discipline & Growth 13:05 – Young Professional Kristen: The Sticker Story & Early Marketing Lessons 21:20 – Entrepreneur Kristen: Alignment, Purpose & Authenticity 28:15 – Speaker & Podcaster Kristen: Finding Your Voice 34:05 – Relationships, Community & Human Connection 36:45 – Health, Hormones & Listening to Your Body 38:40 – What Success Means to Me Now 40:05 – What Matters Less 41:00 – What Matters More 41:45 – Advice for the Next Generation 42:15 – Final Reflections & Thank You

Kristen Olson:

Kristen Olson is a speaker, entrepreneur, coach, athlete, and host of the globally ranked Turmeric & Tequila™ Podcast. A former Division I athlete, 5-time CrossFit Games athlete, and business strategist, Kristen has spent her career helping individuals and organizations unlock their potential through authentic leadership, meaningful relationships, and purpose-driven growth. Through nearly 300 podcast episodes and countless conversations with world-class performers, entrepreneurs, authors, and changemakers, Kristen continues to inspire audiences to compete honorably, live intentionally, and embrace the human behind the mission. When she's not hosting the podcast, speaking on stage, or building strategic partnerships, you'll find her coaching, creating, traveling, and championing causes that bring people together… or with her 3 precious rescue pups! Learn more at TurmericAndTequila.com.

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"Your body was designed to heal when you give it the nutrients and support it truly needs."

-Cherie Calbom

In this energizing episode of Turmeric & Tequila™, Kristen sits down with renowned nutritionist, bestselling author, and wellness pioneer Cherie Calbom — widely known as "The Juice Lady." Cherie shares her decades of experience helping people transform their health through juicing, whole foods nutrition, detoxification, and lifestyle changes. From overcoming her own health struggles to becoming one of the most trusted names in holistic wellness, this conversation dives into the healing power of food, the importance of nutrient density, inflammation, sugar addiction, and practical ways to improve energy and longevity naturally. Kristen and Cherie also explore the emotional side of wellness, sustainable health habits, and how modern lifestyles are impacting our bodies more than ever before. Whether you're curious about juicing, looking to improve your health, or wanting simple ways to feel better every day, this episode is packed with approachable insights and actionable takeaways.

In This Episode:

• Cherie's journey to becoming "The Juice Lady"
• The healing power of juicing & whole foods
• Sugar, inflammation & hidden health disruptors
• Why modern nutrition is failing so many people
• Detoxification myths vs. reality
• Sustainable wellness habits that actually work
• Emotional health & physical healing connection
• How small daily choices create long-term vitality

Learn more about The Juice Lady Cherie Calbom and explore her books, retreats, and wellness resources.

Timestamps:

00:00 Intro & welcoming Cherie Calbom

02:10 Cherie's personal wellness journey

05:20 Becoming "The Juice Lady" & educating the masses

09:00 The power of juicing and nutrient density

13:15 Sugar, inflammation & why people feel exhausted

17:40 Detoxification myths and modern health challenges

21:30 Emotional stress and physical healing connection

25:00 Simple daily wellness habits that matter most

29:10 Longevity, vitality & aging with intention

33:20 Practical nutrition advice anyone can implement

36:10 Final thoughts, encouragement & where to connect with Cherie

Cherie Calbom:

Known worldwide as "The Juice Lady," Cherie Calbom, MS, CN is a leading authority on juicing, detoxification, and whole foods nutrition. She is a bestselling author of more than 35 books focused on health, wellness, and natural healing, including Juicing for Life and The Juice Lady's Big Book of Juices and Green Smoothies. Cherie has spent decades helping people improve their health through nutrition, cleansing programs, and lifestyle transformation. She has appeared on CNN, Fox News, and numerous national media outlets and has lectured internationally on wellness and detoxification.

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@juiceladycherie

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"Your body is always communicating — we just have to learn how to listen."

- Emily Marson

In this powerful episode of the Turmeric & Tequila Podcast, Kristen Olson sits down with fertility acupuncturist, entrepreneur, and founder of Aphrodite Fertility Acupuncture, Emily Marson, for a deeply informative conversation around women's health, infertility, hormone balance, IVF support, fibroids, PCOS, endometriosis, and holistic healing. Emily shares her personal journey from the high-pressure world of finance to becoming a leading fertility specialist helping women uncover the root causes of infertility through acupuncture, functional lifestyle medicine, and evidence-informed fertility strategies. Together, Kristen and Emily unpack the emotional and physical realities many women face while navigating fertility challenges, hormone imbalances, unexplained infertility, failed IVF cycles, and reproductive health struggles that are often overlooked or misunderstood.

This conversation dives into:

• The connection between stress, nervous system regulation, and fertility
• How acupuncture supports fertility and IVF outcomes
• Root causes behind infertility and hormone imbalance
• PCOS, endometriosis, fibroids, and women's reproductive health
• Egg quality optimization and holistic fertility strategies
• Functional medicine approaches to hormone health
• Why women need individualized and integrative care
• Supporting women through major life and hormonal transitions

If you are navigating infertility, curious about hormone replacement therapy, exploring holistic fertility support, or simply want to better understand your body, this episode delivers empowering insight, education, and hope. Be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who needs this conversation.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Introduction & opening conversation

01:12 – Welcoming Emily Marson to Turmeric & Tequila

02:05 – Emily's background in finance and high-performance culture

04:18 – Athletic mindset, achievement & identity

06:02 – Injury, failed surgery & searching for answers

08:15 – Discovering acupuncture and Eastern medicine

10:42 – Leaving corporate finance to pursue healing work

13:10 – The mission behind Aphrodite Fertility Acupuncture

15:08 – Women's health gaps and lack of education

17:40 – Stress, cortisol & the nervous system connection

20:05 – Fertility challenges women are facing today

22:44 – PCOS, endometriosis & fibroids explained

25:33 – Supporting women through infertility emotionally

28:10 – IVF journeys and integrative support strategies

31:22 – Egg quality and fertility optimization

34:00 – Functional medicine and lifestyle interventions

36:28 – Why individualized care matters in women's health

39:05 – Hormones, burnout & modern stressors on women

41:30 – The emotional side of fertility journeys

44:02 – Helping women reconnect with their bodies

46:15 – Advocacy, empowerment & education for women

48:40 – What women should know about hormone health

50:55 – Emily's advice for women navigating infertility

52:30 – Final reflections, gratitude & where to connect

54:20 – Episode wrap-up and closing remarks

Emily Marson is a fertility acupuncturist, entrepreneur, and Founder & CEO of Aphrodite Fertility Acupuncture in San Diego. She specializes in helping women uncover the root causes of infertility through a blend of Traditional Chinese Medicine, evidence-informed fertility strategies, and functional lifestyle medicine. Emily's approach improves egg quality, balances hormones, and optimizes IVF outcomes — giving women navigating unexplained infertility, PCOS, Endometriosis and failed cycles a clear, structured path to pregnancy.

www.aphroditeacupuncture.com

https://aphroditefertility.com/

https://www.instagram.com/aphroditefertility/

https://www.tiktok.com/@aphroditefertility

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"Losing everything wasn't the failure—the failure would've been not learning from it. Ego will build you fast, but it'll also take you down faster."

- Greg Selkoe

What happens when you lose everything… and have to rebuild from the ground up? In this powerful episode of Turmeric & Tequila, Kristen Olson sits down with entrepreneur and gaming industry leader Greg Selkoe—CEO & Co-Founder of XSET, former founder of Karmaloop, and past CEO of FaZe Clan. Greg opens up about building Karmaloop into a $180M business… and the public collapse that forced him to confront his ego, identity, and leadership style. What followed wasn't just a comeback—it was a complete reinvention.

This conversation dives deep into:

• The hard truth about ego in entrepreneurship
• Lessons from failure (and why they're your greatest advantage)
• The rise of gaming, esports, and digital culture
• Building an authentic brand in a fast-changing world
• Leadership, resilience, and starting over

If you're navigating growth, identity shifts, or chasing something bigger—this episode will challenge and ground you. Listen now and step into your next level.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Welcome + intro to gaming & branding 02:10 – Greg Selkoe's background and early journey 05:20 – Building Karmaloop into a $180M business 10:30 – The collapse: what actually happened 15:00 – Ego, identity, and hard personal truths 20:40 – Lessons learned from failure 26:50 – Rebuilding mindset + starting over 31:30 – Transition into gaming & esports 37:45 – Founding XSET and brand vision 43:30 – The future of gaming, culture & community 48:10 – Leadership evolution + self-awareness 51:00 – Final thoughts + where to find Greg

Greg Selkoe is the CEO & Co-Founder of XSET, a leading lifestyle gaming and esports brand. He previously founded Karmaloop, growing it into a $180M streetwear powerhouse before its public collapse—an experience that reshaped his approach to leadership and entrepreneurship. Greg later served as President and CEO of FaZe Clan and has been recognized as an Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year and one of Goldman Sachs' 100 Most Intriguing Entrepreneurs. A Y Combinator alum, he holds a Master in Public Policy from Harvard.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5wlqXaYvjxU

https://www.instagram.com/xset/?hl=en

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY6e0vUcyYrJFbI1ioakRpw

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IG: @TurmericTequila

Facebook: @TurmericAndTequila

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Host: Kristen Olson

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