Episodes
Nov. 20, 2024
14: Unlocking the Power of Edible Skincare: An Ayurvedic Approach with Sonia Lloyd
I am excited to have Sonia Lloyd, the founder of Rasasara Skin Food, on the show with me today. Sonia founded her skincare company in Australia twenty years ago. She developed an interest in compounding skincare products afte...
Nov. 6, 2024
13: Exercising the Ayurvedic Way as We Age
We are talking about exercise today. In this episode, I answer some of the many questions I receive about the best kinds of exercise, how much you need, and how to adapt it as you age. We explore the Ayurvedic approach to exe...
Oct. 23, 2024
12: Embrace the Ayurvedic Path: From Conception to Postpartum Healing
I am excited to welcome DhyanaMasla as my guest on the podcast today. Dhyana is the author of Ayurveda Mama, a book about conception, pregnancy, and postpartum care. She grew up in a community deeply rooted in Yoga and Ayurve...
Oct. 9, 2024
11: The Best Practices for a Gentle Seasonal Cleanse: Nourish Your Body Naturally
We are talking about seasonal cleansing today. In Ayurveda, practicing seasonal cleansing is essential for maintaining balance within the body throughout the year. In this episode, we break down what the cleanse entails, how ...
Sept. 25, 2024
10: The Greatest Insights into Hormonal Balance and Women's Health
I am delighted to have Dr. Claudia Welch joining me as my guest on the podcast today. Shifting Focus on Women's Health The conversation on women's health initially focused on external factors. However, there is currently more...
Sept. 11, 2024
09: Ayurveda Meets AI: Simplifying Wellness & Business with Julia Geer
I am delighted to have Julia Geer joining me on the podcast today. Julia is my AI teacher. We met when she was a student at one of the Ayurveda schools where I teach, and now she offers a program to help solopreneurs like me,...
Aug. 28, 2024
08: Ayurveda and Mind 2
Conversations about the mind can sometimes feel oppressive or daunting, especially as we begin exploring what goes on there. The mind is a system mostly comprised of space, filled with various elements, some good and others n...
Aug. 14, 2024
07: Ayurveda and the Mind 1: Anxiety and Depression
Today, I address your questions about anxiety and depression. I am excited to explore this important and extensive topic, as Ayurveda offers a nuanced and refined perspective on mental wellness. In this discussion, I share pr...
July 31, 2024
06: From Monastery to Modern Life: Rich Ray's Journey of Yoga, Meditation, and Love
Today, I am delighted to have Rich Ray, my partner of 11 years, joining me as a guest on the podcast. Rich and I had our first proper conversation at a yoga party, even though we had known each other for several years through...
July 17, 2024
05: Circadian Rhythms for Balanced Mood, Sleep, and Digestion
Today, we are diving into circadian rhythms. Did you know that establishing a consistent daily rhythm can enhance your mood, sleep, digestion, and almost every aspect of your well-being? Striving for a healthy daily rhythm is...
July 3, 2024
04: Gut Health 101: Kate Talks Toxins
In this episode, Ayurvedic practitioner Kate O'Donnell dives into the pivotal role of digestion in overall health. She explains how, according to Ayurveda, all diseases originate in the gut due to toxins, or "ama," formed fro...
June 21, 2024
03: Yoga for Women with Emma Balnaves
In this podcast episode, Kate chats with Emma Balnaves about Shadow Yoga, a unique method developed by the guest's husband, Shandor. The conversation delves into how Shadow Yoga supports women's health through life stages li...
June 20, 2024
02: Hormone Health Through Ayurveda
In this episode, Kate O'Donnell, an expert in Ayurveda, delves into the Ayurvedic perspective on hormones and how to achieve balance through lifestyle and dietary changes. She explains that while Ayurveda doesn't specifically...
June 18, 2024
01: Intro to Ayurveda and Why Your Dosha Doesn't Matter So Much
In this podcast episode, Kate O'Donnell, an expert in Ayurveda, delves into the fundamentals of this traditional Indian healing system. Kate explains the importance of understanding the four aspects of life: the physical body...