Steven York, B.A. in music and a current M.M. in choral conducting graduate student, joins Dr. Shawna on today's episode.
This is the first musical episode (think '90s sitcoms that have a musical episode) of the podcast! Together Steven & Shawna compiled 10 English Christmas carols to highlight the history of carols from the 15th - 20th centuries.
In the episode they discuss the history of the song and then sing a portion of it. Below is the list of songs:
1) The Cherry Tree Carol
2) Boar's Head Carol
3) Coventry Carol
4) God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen
5) While Shepherds Watch Their Flocks
6) Good King Wenceslas
7) Here We Come A-Wassailing
8) In the Bleak Midwinter
9) The Holly and the Ivy
10) Sussex Carol
Wishing you a merry holiday season!
#authenticallyshawna #christmascarols #englishcarols #broadsides #christmas
Kim Rogers, founder of RogersHood Apothecary and inventor of the ParaFy kit, joins Dr. Shawna on today's episode.
Kim, known as the "Worm Queen", shares her transformative journey from Western medicine to holistic healing. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the interconnectedness of parasites, mold, and yeast in our bodies and offers insights into maintaining wellness through proactive cleansing protocols. Kim also highlights the significance of health advocacy and the role of her podcast in educating others about holistic health practices.
If you are interested in her products and free EBooks (both located under "Shop" dropdown menu) you can find them her website. For links to her podcast, What's Eating U?!, click here. And to see her viral videos, follow her on Instagram @mrsrogers.hood & @rogershoodapothecary.
#authenticallyshawna #parasitecleanse #mold #yeast #detox #healthadvocacy
Natalie Samson, Board Certified Genetic Counselor and Founder of Golden Genetics, joins Dr. Shawna on today's episode.
Natalie differentiates between medical & lifestyle (also known as lifestyle genomics) genetic tests, how to use genetics as a tool for increasing healthspan (which is different from lifespan!), and current practices in genetic testing.
If you are interested in working with Natalie and her team, you can find more information on her website or on Instagram, @goldengeneticshealth & @geneticswithnatalie.
#authenticallyshawna #geneticcounseling #goldengenetics #lifestylegenomics #healthspan
Yvonne Prowse, Spiritual Director & Director of Loretto Maryholme Spirituality Centre, joins Dr. Shawna on today's episode.
Yvonne defines spirituality, shares the benefits of working with a spiritual director, and how to cultivate spiritual practices in the day-to-day & in a retreat setting.
If you are interested in a spiritual retreat at Loretto Maryholme Spirituality Centre, you can find more information here. If you want hear Dr. Shawna's experience at a 6 day silent retreat at Loretto Maryholme in July '25, listen to "Lessons in Silence | S2E1."
#authenticallyshawna #spirituality #spiritualdirection #lorettomaryholmespiritualitycentre #spiritualpractices
Philip Wilson, President of Relax Saunas of Momentum, joins Dr. Shawna on today's episode.
Philip shares the benefits of far infrared saunas, their history, and the unique technology behind Relax Saunas.
If you are interested in purchasing a Relax Sauna after listening to today's episode, use code: DRSHAWNA for $150 off your purchase from November 10-17, 2025. After November 17, code: DRSHAWNA will save you $100 off your purchase.
#authenticallyshawna #farinfraredsauna #detoxification #heartratevariability #mindbodyconnection
Heidi DeBrincat, certified GYROTONIC® Method trainer, joins Dr. Shawna on today's episode.
Heidi shares knowledge gained over a 40 year career as a movement practitioner and the transformative work of the GYROTONIC® Method. She discusses the unique aspects of the decompressive movement system, the importance of mind-body connection in movement practices, and the lessons learned from personal injuries.
To learn more about working with Heidi, you can find her on Instagram at both @heididanceandmovement & @studiohcond. Or you can email her at h.debrincat@gmail.com.
#authenticallyshawna #gyrotonicmovement #decompression #spinehealth #mindbodyconnection #breathwork
Dawn Hoezee, President & CEO of Contact Reflex Analysis (CRA) & VerVita, joins Dr. Shawna on today's episode.
Dawn shares the work of her father, Dr. Dick Versendaal, DC and how that led to the formation of both CRA & VerVita. She discusses the importance of a heart-centered approach to life, tools to support menstruation, and how VerVita essential oils can help you process emotions.
To learn more about CRA click here or check them out on Instagram @contact.reflex.analysis.
To learn more about VerVita click here or find them on Instagram @vervita.wellness.
#contactreflexanalysis #vervita #heartcentered #essentialoils #legacy #mentrualhealth
William Marsh, DIrector of Education & Quantum Systems at Premier Research Labs, shares his expertise on nutritional science with Dr. Shawna on today's episode.
William shares the benefits of consuming high quality food & supplements, what could be causing your supplements (no matter the quality) from performing optimally, and the easiest biohacking tool you've probably never heard of (hint: it has to do with pH). If you are interested in Premier Research Products, you can learn more about them on their website.
#authenticallyshawna #premierresearchlabs #quantumreflexanalysis #interferencefields #pH #biofield
Angie Noack, LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) and Senior VP of Business Development of Braincode Centers shares her expertise on neurofeedback with Dr. Shawna on today's episode.
Angie shares the science behind neurofeedback, who can benefit from neurofeedback both from an injury & prevention perspective, and how a Quantitative Electroencephalogram (qEEG) brain map can help you understand your unique brainwaves.
If you are interested in working with Braincode Centers, you can find them on Instagram @braincodecenters or their website.
#authenticallyshawna #braincodecenters #neurofeedback #brainhealth #optimalhealth #tbi #anxiety #depression #mooddisorders #adhd
Brooke McKeever shares her 18 years of expertise in light therapy with Dr. Shawna on today's episode. Brooke is the co-founder of Ultra Red Light Therapy in Newport Beach, CA where she is light therapy practitioner, teaches others how to use light therapy in her "Light Academy," sells light devices, and is a business coach.
Brooke shares the science behind red light therapy, who red light therapy can help both from an injury & prevention perspective, and what devices on the market she recommends.
To connect with Brooke, you can follow her on Instagram @ultraredlight or go to her. website. For her list of resources, click here.
Join Dr. Shawna on a solo pod about the behind the scenes of her recovery process. She discusses how she manages a team of practitioners to help her heal, when she hires/fires a practitioner from the team, and how the past 8 years have taught her to trust her intuition about next steps.
For up to date information about the podcast, follow Dr. Shawna on Instgram @drshawnaberk.
Join Dr. Shawna for a travel episode about historical sites in the Toronto area, one of her favorite vacation destinations. Below is a list of locations she visited the past two summers (and a couple on her list for the next visit). Happy traveling!
Markham
Richmond Hill
Pickering
Oshawa
Aurora
Sharon
Leaksdale
Uxbridge
Keswick
Toronto
Welcome back to the Authentically Shawna Podcast! Season 2 will be a continuation of sharing authentic conversations from across the health & wellness space, hosted by Dr. Shawna Berk, DPT. The first four episodes of the season will focus on experiences/ideas from Dr. Shawna's trip to the Toronto area in July '25.
In the first episode, Dr. Shawna talks about the 6-Day Silent Retreat she attended at Loretto Maryholme retreat & spirituality center on Lake Simcoe. If you have ever wanted to do a silent retreat and want to know more about what the experience was like for a novice to embracing silence, then this episode is for you! To see Dr. Shawna's photos of the property, go the post for this week's episode on Instagram @drshawnaberk.
In the last episode of the season, Dr. Shawna shares how she produces the podcast and the tools she uses (not sponsored) in the creation process.
She also shares what she is launching in the fall, a six month membership to teach everyday wellness tools that can be done in between practitioner visits (more to come!) which will launch in October '25.
The best way to stay up-to-date with Dr. Shawna until the podcast resumes in September '25 is to follow her on Instagram @drshawnaberk.
Recording Equipment from Rode:
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Oliver Hartan, Registered Massage Therapist, Certified Matrix Repatterning Practitioner, and Matrix Repatterning Lead Instructor joins Dr. Shawna on today's episode to talk about how the Matrix Repatterning Technique (created by Dr. George Roth) views the body.
Oliver shares what happens to bone & organs with impact injuries and how these structures are assessed and treated with Matrix Repatterning. Oliver also shares what normal bone, nerve, ligament, joint and muscle feel like so you can better understand your body's anatomy.
If you are a practitioner and are interested in learning more about Matrix Repatterning, you can follow Natalie Richer on LinkedIn for upcoming information sessions.
To connect with a Matrix Repatterning Practitioner near you, search the Practitioner Directory.
And to connect with Oliver Hartan, check out his website.
Matt Peterson, yoga teacher, pilates instructor, personal trainer, kung fu practitioner, and artist joins Dr. Shawna on today's episode to talk about how practicing physical modalities (yoga, kung fu, & strength training) has changed him as an artist & person.
Matt shares how he first started practicing kung fu, what his daily practice currently looks like, and the perspectives he has gained in art and life from consistency.
Interested in connecting with Matt, you can find him on Instagram @yogamidnight.
Tanya Claire, Image Consultant and Wardrobe Stylist joins Dr. Shawna on today's episode to talk about branding your image & figuring out your personal style.
Tanya shares her thoughts on designing a wardrobe for your lifestyle, when to rebrand your style, how to use accessories to tell a story, and when to follow (or not follow!) a fashion trend.
Interested in working with Tanya, you can connect with her Instagram, @tanyaclaire, on Facebook as Tanya Claire, and on LinkedIn as Tanya Claire.
Dr. Jenn Au PT, DPT, CHt somatic mindfulness coach, Doctor of Physical Therapy, holistic bodyworker, retreat guide, and the host of the "Coming Home Podcast" joins Dr. Shawna on this week's episode of the podcast to talk about coming home to yourself through reconnecting with who you are.
Dr. Jenn shares how she uses somatic hypnotherapy, meditation, & mindfulness to help her clients with anxiety, trauma, and chronic pain embody emotional resilience & self-trust through her unique process, The Coming Home Program. Dr. Jenn talks about how she has navigated breaking up with older versions of herself, how to be present with what is, and what it looks like to stop chasing the highs in life.
Way to Connect with Dr. Jenn:
Website: www.drjennau.com
Instagram: @jennxau
Book Your Coming Home Consult: https://calendly.com/jennxau/60min
Guided Meditations: https://insighttimer.com/jennxau
Community Events: www.meetup.com/heal-oc
Email: drjennau@gmail.com
Laurie Love, Intimacy Coach & Certified Erotic Blueprint Coach joins Dr. Shawna on today's episode to talk about intimacy & pleasure through the lens of the 5 Erotic Blueprints Types™.
In Part II of this series, Laurie breaks down the 5 Erotic Blueprints: Energetic, Sensual, Sexual, Kinky, and Shapeshifter through discussing their superpowers & shadows.
She also discusses how important "no" is, so you know what is "yes" (both in & out of the bedroom), some juicy date night ideas, and how to ask your partner for what you need when you are not in a season of desire.
Interested in working with Laurie, you can connect with her on Instagram @laurielove13, or on her website.
What to know your Erotic Blueprint Type, click here to purchase the quiz.
For Laurie's "From Fizzle to Sizzle" guide that she mentions in the episode, use this link to purchase.
Dr. Harpreet Malla, Licensed Clinical Psychologist & Sex Therapist, joins Dr. Shawna on today's episode to talk about intimacy & pleasure in all aspects of life.
In Part I of this series, Dr. Malla discusses how our family dynamics have shaped our ideas about romantic partnership, how to bring up & talk about the intimacy you desire with a partner (hint: these conversations happen outside the bedroom), and how being flexible in relationships is the gold standard. And Dr. Shawna shares insights about asking what you want from physical touch as experienced by attending Dr. Malla's interactive workshop entitled "From Discomfort to Pleasure."
Interested in working with Dr. Malla, you can connect with her on her website or on her Instagram @drmallapsych.