Susun S. Weed is a pioneering herbalist and longtime advocate for women’s health. Her six bestselling books and decades of teaching have reached millions, and her work has been featured on NPR, NBC, and in peer-reviewed journals. She began studying herbal medicine in 1965 and focuses on folkloric herbalism, ethnobotany, women’s spirituality, and the role of plants in healing.
Weed has taught at Yale, SUNY, Kripalu, and programs around the world. An initiated member of the Wolf Clan and a Peace Elder, she founded the Wise Woman Center and Ash Tree Publishing. Learn more at susunweed.com.
Shannon Addison is the creative force behind My Crumby World—a heartfelt space where baking becomes a tool for connection, confidence, and kindness. After stepping away from work to be fully present with her daughter, she launched the brand in 2022 with a mission to help raise kinder girls and, in turn, kinder women. Through stories, activities, and gentle guidance, Shannon shows families how small moments can shape lifelong character.
As a speaker and workshop leader, she shares empowering messages like her signature talk, “What’s Your Superpower?”, inspiring audiences through honesty and resilience. She has appeared on WEAR TV, FOX10 News, and other media outlets as a trusted advocate for empathy-first parenting. Shannon’s work centers on one core belief: kindness first, always.
https://www.femmepreneurpathfinder.com/Tina K. Kailea is an Embodiment Coach, Business Rebel, and Wild Feminine Leader. Drawing from 25+ years in corporate leadership, entrepreneurship, and her own spiritual journey, she helps women break patterns of overgiving, remember their worth, and step into aligned feminine leadership. Her mission is to ignite each woman’s inner spark, guide her toward a soul-aligned business, and reclaim abundance with ease and grace.
Gina’s path toward wellness began when she discovered she was in renal failure. A kidney transplant nearly thirty years ago became a powerful incentive for her to protect her health, especially by managing stress, so she could honor the gift of her donated kidney. Since then, she has developed extensive knowledge and education in healthy and holistic approaches to reducing stress.https://www.ginamarisa.com/
Serena Laursen is a life coach and yoga teacher. She transformed her life by embracing wellness and self-care, and now helps others do the same. Serena empowers professionals to find balance, set achievable goals, and prioritize their well-being. She worked at Microsoft for 20 years, earning six figures while supporting hundreds of team members and leaders, and secretly struggled with stress and pain. Today, she helps overwhelmed professionals to slow down, connect with their bodies, and cultivate a grounded and expansive home and work life. When she’s not practicing yoga or spending quality time with family, Serena is dedicated to guiding others on their journeys.Serena is gifting a life coaching session to our listeners. Book it here! https://serenalaursen.com/book-consultation
Jen Rigley is an author, motivational speaker and personal transformation expert focused on women’s empowerment and living your best life after 50. Her mission is to inspire and empower women in midlife to create a new story for their life, especially after facing significant challenges and trauma.
Formerly a top sales and marketing executive working with both start-ups and Fortune 500 clients, Jen is the founder of Flourishing Over Fifty, a brand whose powerful message is rooted in overcoming adversity in midlife.
With years of real-life experience encountering and overcoming significant trauma and challenges Jen is sought after to share her story of resilience and triumphing over adversity.
As a well-respected leader in women’s empowerment, Jen inspires thousands of women to overcome challenges, heal and flourish in midlife through her Flourishing Over Fifty community and her Flourish Journey Framework.
Karen Rudolf, a transformational empowerment coach and international best-selling author. She specializes in guiding women to unlock their inner potential and transform their lives through "W" holistic wellness and authentic confidence.
With a mission to support others turn struggles into strengths and live with purpose, she empowers her clients to embrace their unique journey and thrive.
Jodi Thornton Nelson, is a Veteran and current resident of Colorado Springs, Colorado. She and her husband are both retired and enjoying the challenges and activities that this new stage of life offers. Her father was in the military which resulted in moving many times over the course of her childhood. Making new friends after moving was always hard for her and as a result of that books became Jodi’s best friends and that love of books continues to be a strong influence in Jodi’s life. Jodi has been married for 44 years, is a mother of two and grandmother of five. From a young age Jodi has written poetry and short stories as a means of self-expression.https://www.amazon.com/Olivias-not-so-Boring-Day/dp/1968061061
Dr. Luiza Raab-Pontecorvo is a 4th-degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do and Jiujitsu, a Carnegie Hall and Broadway musician, and an international speaker, wellness coach, and entrepreneur. Featured in the award-winning documentary Breakthrough, she combines her diverse expertise in performance, neuroscience, and human potential to help others reach their peak.
Holding a PhD in Musical Arts, certification in Lifestyle & Wellness Coaching from Harvard Medical School, and advanced training in Neuroscience, NLP, and Tony Robbins Leadership Academy, Dr. Luiza bridges art, science, and discipline in all she does.
She is the founder of Atomic Tae Kwon Do, integrating psychology and leadership into martial arts, and Empowered Coaching, focused on women’s safety, peak performance, and wellness strategies. Her music career has taken her across the globe with performances in Germany, Austria, England, Korea, China, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, France, the Czech Republic, and Poland.
Adriana Luna Carlos sits down with Dr. Cesar Quintana, founder of Vida Chiropractic Las Vegas, to explore his powerful story of service, culture, and healing.
From his childhood helping his parents manage local apartment buildings to building a thriving practice rooted in compassion and five-star hospitality, Dr. Quintana shares how his upbringing shaped his purpose: to bring high-quality, holistic chiropractic care to the Latino and underserved communities of Las Vegas.
He breaks down the four pillars of wellness he teaches every patient — physical, emotional, chemical, and spiritual health — and explains how mindset, movement, and faith are all connected in healing the body. The conversation dives into what makes the Gonstead Method unique, how his clinic blends art, culture, and community, and why service remains at the heart of everything he does.
Plus, don’t miss the lighthearted “Myth or Fact” segment where Dr. Quintana tackles common chiropractic misconceptions — from “is it only for back pain?” to “do chiropractors really crack bones?”
This episode is part inspiration, part education, and a reminder that true wellness starts with how we care for others.
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Haley Mazanec is a force of feminine fire hailing from Brentwood in the Bay Area. Her passion for film and storytelling led her from high school sets to Hollywood stages. What began as a modeling career at 17 soon evolved into a deeper calling—acting, which would ultimately transform her life.
Beyond the lights and cameras, Haley is the fierce voice behind Three Strikes Can’t Take Me Out, a raw and riveting memoir that turns pain into power and survival into art. Through addiction, betrayal, cancer, and rebirth, she has risen time and again—proving that resilience can wear lipstick and still burn bright.
Anisa Crespo, Co-Founder of Million Dollar Mom Society passionately champions women's empowerment. She amplifies women's voices and shares her own transformative journeys as a Business Consultant, podcast host, published author and public speaker. Anisa serves as a dedicated coach, guiding women towards fulfillment by helping them serve their purposes. Balancing her roles as child of God, Mompreneur, and mother of twins, she embodies values of faith, family, health, wealth, and freedom. Anisa courageously left her six-figure job of ten years to carry out her mission to encourage women, aspiring to help 1,000 moms become millionaires by 2030. Serving as President for Global Women of Impact, she is making her impact in the world by helping other women make theirs also. She leads by example, envisioning a world where women of all backgrounds embrace their potential and forge long lasting legacies of pursuing their dreams and living authentically by one's values.
Kerry Martin, is a Registered Nurse and Certified Health Coach, and the founder of Wise Concierge Wellness LLC, established in 2023. Frustrated by the gaps in our current healthcare system—particularly the absence of kindness and true self-care—she set out to create a practice that emphasizes holistic well-being.
Her approach combines evidence-based clinical practices with mindfulness, tailoring sessions to meet her clients' unique needs. Whether you're navigating a stressful transition, feeling stuck in negative patterns, or seeking deeper self-understanding, she empowers you to develop new skills and strategies that you can integrate into your life.
https://wiseconciergewellness.com/
Hanna and Adriana sit down in person for a real conversation about what everyone’s been feeling lately. They talk about the heaviness in the world, the tension online, and how easy it is to disconnect from each other.
They share honest thoughts on fear, compassion, and learning to listen again. It’s about finding perspective, taking a breath, and remembering what really matters when everything feels a bit off.
Christine Trimpe is an author, speaker, and faith-based health coach helping women break free from the cycle of sugar addiction and shame. After transforming her own life through faith, nutrition, and spiritual renewal, she now shares her story and strategies in her new book SugarFreed: Stop Losing the Weight-Loss Battle… Start Gaining the Victory. Christine’s mission is to guide women toward lasting freedom—body, mind, and spirit.https://christinetrimpe.com/
Ciara Lewis is a dedicated single mother to her teenage daughter and a woman driven by purpose and creativity. She is the founder of a Medical Coding and Credentialing business established in 2019, where she combines her professionalism with a genuine desire to help others. Now returning to her first passion — writing — Ciara continues to inspire through her resilience, compassion, and commitment to growth both personally and professionally.
Antoinette is the CEO of Forever and a Day Publishing LLC where she provide services of self-publishing, financial literacy, proper protection, and educational coaching. The tenets of the business; God – Family – Career – Finances are woven throughout all business interactions. She is a published author, 4x over and a self-publisher. Antoinette is a retired elementary school principal and has over 22 years of experience in the education field as a teacher and building administrator. She and her husband are debt-free, licensed life insurance agents, and within the financial services distribution field. Antoinette is originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and has been married to her husband, Sean Sr., for over 24 years and they have three children - two living; Seani (see-on-ee) - 24, Nia, and Sean II - 16.
Audrey Dworak is a Functional Nutritional Health Coach, Culinary Nutritional Expert, and Nutritional Therapist who helps women over 40 reclaim their health by balancing hormones, breaking free from overwhelm, and uncovering the root causes behind why they’re not feeling their best. Her approach isn’t about quick fixes—it’s about real, lasting change. Through aligning the body and mind, Audrey helps women lose weight, boost energy, sleep better, and finally feel like themselves again.
She’s passionate about guiding women to shed both physical and emotional weight so they can step into their most vibrant, confident, and thriving selves.
Learn more at yourwholeselfwellness.com, on Facebook at facebook.com/yourwholeselfwellness, and on Instagram at instagram.com/yourwholeselfwellness.
Listeners can also book a complimentary discovery call to uncover what’s holding them back and create a personalized path toward their most energized, healthy selves: calendly.com/adworak/reclaim-your-health-discovery-session.
Aire Stillman is a best-selling author, dynamic speaker, and wellness consultant who specializes in healing trauma through dance and is dedicated to fostering human connection, empowering women, and cultivating loving, purpose-driven communities. With a heart for healing and a passion for transformation, Aire uses her voice and movement to inspire others to live more fully, authentically, and joyfully.
Her acclaimed book, Reflections of Unconditional Love, explores life stories—both personal and shared from strangers—offering powerful insights on the true nature of love. The book became a bestseller in the categories of Happiness and Transformation, resonating deeply with readers seeking meaning and connection.
Aire has been recognized for her contributions with several honors, including the “Women of Empowerment” award by POWER: The Women of Excellence organization, and a prestigious award from the California State Senate for her exceptional service, collaboration, and dedication to both local and international communities.
Her writing has been featured in WILMA Magazine, P.O.W.E.R., and The Hollywood Elite, and she has created compelling content for brands such as ES Lifestyle Consulting, Go Girl, and WTRK.
As a seasoned host and speaker, Aire has graced stages and platforms such as the Hollywood Luxury Gala, Women Who Speak, EmpowerHer, She Rises Studios, Fenix TV, Wild Women Summit, Empowered Mammas, and the live dating game show Up to Date at EDC Las Vegas. She’s also conducted red carpet interviews with Red-Carpet Series and appeared on numerous news outlets, radio stations, and podcasts.
Dr. Elizabeth Pritchard, is a distinguished international keynote speaker, researcher, authors and Authentic Leadership coach from Aotearoa, New Zealand, currently based in Melbourne, Australia. She is a trailblazer in cultivating Authentic Leadership among women executives and leaders, globally. As Co-founder and Director of the WALT Institute (Women Authentic Leadership Training Institute), Elizabeth's three-decade career spans neuroscience, leadership, and research.
Her journey, marked by overcoming self-doubt, childhood adversity and extensive health struggles, serves as a testament to resilience and transformation that is possible, for anyone. Through dedicated growth and learning, in the academic and personal development spaces, she has honed her expertise in Authentic Leadership, navigating challenges, and empowering others to do the same. Elizabeth serves as an inspiration for women across the world, to discover their influential voice and lead themselves and others towards self-fulfillment and true success.