Best Dova Podcasts (2024)

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#035 — Scott Marnoch 1:36:38

2M ago1:36:38

1:36:38

Today’s guest is Scott Marnoch.I take some time and sit down with Scott to hear the raw and authentic story of his melanoma diagnosis, the challenges he faced during treatment, and how he prioritized mental health and self-care throughout his journey. We'll also discuss the role of fitness and lifestyle choices in his recovery, and the valuable les…

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#034 — Darren Leo | “We should all give each other opportunities” 1:33:20

4M ago1:33:20

1:33:20

Today’s guest is Darren Leo. Darren is a comedian, writer, and keynote speaker in Toronto. He performs stand up comedy across the stages of Yuk Yuks, Absolute, Comedy Bar, and So Cap. You can find Darren performing weekly at The Real Jerk Legacy and The Cameron House. Talking with Darren was really a lot of fun. It was really awesome to get some in…

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#033 — Rikki Marcone | “Anxiety and excitement are two sides of the same coin” 1:36:38

4M ago1:36:38

1:36:38

Today’s guest is Rikki Marcone, owner of Rikki Marcone Floral and Event Design. This week we talk about how Rikki started in floral design, her amazing journey in creating her own business, her favourite flower, how she finds beauty in impermanence and imperfection, how she has found balance between her work and her wellness, and so much more. I al…

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#032 — Indy Rotondo | “You can’t control what everyone else is doing” 1:35:49

7M ago1:35:49

1:35:49

Today’s guests is Indy Rotondo, creator of SoulWorx. This week we talk about blocking out the noise, what goes on behind the scenes to be a great athlete and playing basketball at a high level, mentorship, mental health and wellness, and more! My Links: ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Linktree⁠ Indy’s Links SoulWorx Instagram REC Toronto Instagram Lin…

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#031 — Araash and Fravash Chothia 54:45

8M ago54:45

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Today’s guests is Araash and Fravash Chothia, co-founders of Fravi Sauce. This week, we sit down with the Fravi Bros in The Real One's first ever video podcast! We talk about what Fravi Sauce is, how they created it, differentiating from other sauces, how they grow their business, the importance of always adapting, networking, and more! My Links: ⁠…

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#030 - Azmat Alvi 1:08:36

8M ago1:08:36

1:08:36

Today’s guest is Azmat Alvi, the Founder of Feitan Consulting. This week, we explore Azmat’s journey in founding Feitan, what he and his business does, how he’s organically growing his client-base, shawarma, marketing tips from yours truly and so much more! My Links: Instagram LinkedIn Linktree Azmat’s Links: Feitan’s Instagram Feitan’s LinkedIn Fe…

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#029 - Katerina Dova 1:05:13

8M ago1:05:13

1:05:13

Today’s guest is Katerina Dova. One of my best friends at TMU, this episode is on FIRE. We talk about coffee giving me the poops, Greece, the Greek Guiding Association, camping, travel and visiting Europe, and get down to brass tacks… whatever that means. My Links: Instagram LinkedIn Linktree

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Introducing The Soft Life Mastery for High Achievers 4:46

10M ago4:46

4:46

Welcome to the premiere episode of the Soft Life Mastery for High Achievers podcast hosted by the Soft Life Mastery Coach and Army Veteran, Chante' Franco.! Your go-to guide for mastering Emotional Regulation, Intelligence, and yes—balancing that busy life of yours. This Show Is For You If: - You're a high achiever grappling with overthinking or FO…

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#028 - Nicole Iafrate & Giulia Gallegos 1:51:01

1y ago1:51:01

1:51:01

Today's guests are Nicole Iafrate and Giulia Gallegos. These lovely folks are both interior design students at Sheridan College, my great friends, and my personal favourite interior designers. This episode has been a long time coming! We chat about student life, moving out in their 20s, going to Rolling Loud, interior design, and so much more! My L…

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#027 - Paulo Santos 1:23:16

1y ago1:23:16

1:23:16

Today's guest is Paulo Santos. Paolo is an incoming fourth-year sales student at Toronto Metropolitan University. He and I chop it up about his passions for physical health, sports, and Toronto party life, as well as his experiences in post-secondary education and the industries of finance, sales, and marketing! My Links: Instagram LinkedIn Linktre…

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#026 - Maegan McWade 1:16:17

1y ago1:16:17

1:16:17

Today's guest is Maegan McWade. Maegan, the owner of Shoppe & Tailor Design, and I will be talking about her experiences in small business growth, fashion, garment design, the importance of community, networking, being on a reality show (what?!), surviving through the COVID-19 pandemic and the importance of pivoting your business to adapt, and so m…

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#025 - Myuri Mohan is Back! 1:06:32

1+ y ago1:06:32

1:06:32

Today’s guest is Myuri Mohan. This week, Myuri is back again for the second time on The Real Ones! We catch up and talk about Co-op and life as a full-time employee, Toronto and all its loveable quirks, facing burn-out, how we balance (or sometimes forget to balance) work and our health, life lessons learned, fighting through the days of zero motiv…

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#024 - Natalie Preece is Back! 1:38:04

1+ y ago1:38:04

1:38:04

Today’s guest is Natalie Preece. This week on The Real Ones, we've got Natalie Preece back again for round two! We'll be chatting about what's been going on in her life since she was last on the show, diving into the world of kinesiology, debating whether or not aliens are real, taking our BeReals, and covering so many other topics! We can't wait t…

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#023 - Alisha Jagnarine 1:10:18

1+ y ago1:10:18

1:10:18

Today’s guest is Alisha Jagnarine. A Business Technology Management (BTM) student at Ted Rogers School of Management - Toronto Metropolitan University. We talk about mental health, productivity, mindset development, fitness, and more! Tune in to hear her incredible journey and learn valuable tips on how to take care of your mind and body. 💪🧠 My Lin…

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Turning Adversity into Opportunity: Overcoming Obstacles and Achieving Your Dreams with Zavanna Dova 1:07:12

1+ y ago1:07:12

1:07:12

This show is for you if: You're struggling with overcoming obstacles and roadblocks in your life. You're looking for inspiration to believe in yourself and achieve your dreams. You want to learn how to turn adversity into opportunity and succeed on your own journey in business and in life. In this episode, I am speaking with Zavanna Dova, a certifi…

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Empowering Your Fitness Journey: Overcoming Challenges and Finding Gratitude with Mahdiyya AbdurRaheem 58:32

1+ y ago58:32

58:32

This episode is for you if: You have lost motivation to take care of yourself and need the inspiration to get back on track. You're interested in fitness but have little to no support and need guidance to start your journey. You're struggling with grief or challenges in life and need a positive and uplifting perspective. Welcome to Manifest Your Aw…

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The Ripple Effect of Financial Empowerment: How Taking Control of Your Money Unlocks Your True Potential with Dr. Franchelle Caesar 52:43

1+ y ago52:43

52:43

This show is for you if: You struggle with stress, worry, and anxiety, and want to learn how to manage your mind before it affects your health. You feel like you're not good enough and want to build confidence in yourself. You want to take control of your finances and feel calm and at peace with your money. In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Fra…

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#022 - Stefano Agnoluzzi 1:11:19

1+ y ago1:11:19

1:11:19

Today’s guest is Stefano Agnoluzzi. A third-year Disaster and Emergency Management student at York University and an overall awesome person that I’ve gotten closer with over the last year, or so. We talk about everything from studying at York and TMU, to his awesome program, settle the debate of if a gorilla could win in a fight against 50 people, …

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#021 - Vitaliy Yushvaev 1:09:37

1+ y ago1:09:37

1:09:37

Today’s guest is Vitaliy Yushvaev. He is a third-year finance student at Toronto Metropolitan University, the President of the Rise of Entertainment Conference (REC) Toronto, a lover of country music. This episode is all about business, being a student at TMU, the Co-op program, country music, the gym and so much more. My Links: Instagram LinkedIn …

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#020 - Stacey Speranza 1:24:48

1+ y ago1:24:48

1:24:48

Today‘s guest is Stacey Speranza, a fourth-year student at U of T who’s a fellow marketer and podcaster! This episode has it all! We talk about her podcast that she co-founded with her sister, Marianna, called The Business Casual Podcast. This interview-based podcast highlights female voices and shows their career journeys, the struggles they faced…

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Manifesting Your Awesomeness through Grace, Self-Love, and Visualization with Mecca Lewis-Shakur 52:34

1+ y ago52:34

52:34

This Episode Is For You If: You struggle with leaving your safe space and need help giving yourself grace. You want to learn how to love yourself and translate that into your business. You're interested in manifesting your goals and want to learn more about visualization and speaking things into existence. In this episode, we're joined by Mecca Lew…

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#019 - Tali Voron 41:39

1+ y ago41:39

41:39

Today‘s guest is Tali Voron. I have the incredible opportunity to sit down and talk with a truly incredible woman, who has found her niche in the publishing industry with her own companies, The Soap Box and Plume Press. From publishing to podcasting, we talk about the publishing industry, what it's like to take charge of your life and start a busin…

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Prioritizing Self-Care and Saying No without Guilt with Tayeka (Ty) Williams 1:00:23

1+ y ago1:00:23

1:00:23

This show episode is for you if you have recently wondered: Why is it important to prioritize self-care? How can we say no without feeling guilty? Is there a link between prioritizing self-care and saying no? In this episode, we have a conversation with Ty Williams, a wife, mom, and self-proclaimed foodie who emphasizes the importance of modeling h…

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#018 - Palumbo & Tim Galli 1:48:31

1+ y ago1:48:31

1:48:31

Today’s guests are Palumbo and Tim Galli. Yes, you read that right— TWO guests! In a truly off-the-cuff episode, the three of us talk about everything from our favourite fast foods and drinks, the best Marvel movies, their experiences in playing hockey as kids, finally figuring out who’s winning Serie-A, and so much more! Three lads catching up and…

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Becoming the Main Character of Your Life with Jenn Robbins 38:14

1+ y ago38:14

38:14

In this episode, we're joined by Jenn Robbins, the Funnel Stylist, who helps online entrepreneurs create successful funnels using her Flexible Funnel™ Framework. But in this conversation, we'll explore the importance of personal growth and becoming the main character of your life. This episode is for you if: You're an online entrepreneur looking to…

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How to Practice Radical Self-Love with Theresa, Founder of the Personal Power Academy 50:10

1+ y ago50:10

50:10

In this episode, we'll be diving deep into the concept of radical self-love and discussing practical tips for incorporating it into our daily lives. This episode's guest, Theresa is the Founder of the Personal Power Academy and author of the award-winning bestseller Hello Autism. Also an ordained minister, Theresa owns 25+ years of experience as a …

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#017 - Lucas Ksichchang 1:17:53

1+ y ago1:17:53

1:17:53

Today's guest is Lucas Ksichchang. A full-time freelance photographer who's made a name for himself in the creative industry as a multi-faceted and talented photographer. After hearing him speak as a guest lecturer in the Fall semester, I am so excited to sit down and talk about photography, sports, the creative industry and so much more. My Links:…

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#016 - Jason Papernov 1:00:51

1+ y ago1:00:51

1:00:51

Today's guest is Jason Papernov. Despite being quite literally my friend that I've known since birth, I felt as though we'd never properly sat down and talked. That all changes with this week's episode! I'm so thankful to be able to talk with Jason today about science, forensics, gaming, and more! My Links: Instagram Linktree…

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#000 - Trailer 1:03

1+ y ago1:03

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Hello everybody, and welcome to The Real Ones! Thank you for taking a few moments out of your day to let me be a part of it! This podcast focuses on allowing people to share their stories and take a deeper dive into their passions, hobbies and interests. From sports, beer, mental health, spirituality, confidence, and everything else under the Sun, …

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#015 - Christian Petricca 1:05:41

1+ y ago1:05:41

1:05:41

Today's guest is Christian Petricca. From first becoming friends over six years ago and playing video games late into the AM to getting our first tattoo's from the same artist, Christian has always been one of my best friends. I'm so excited to sit down and talk with him about music, tattoos, finding what makes you happy, and so much more. My Links…

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#014 - Indiana Rotondo 59:29

1+ y ago59:29

59:29

Today’s guest is Indiana (Indy) Rotondo. I’ve known Indy for a few years now, but it’s been too long since we properly sat down and talked. This week’s episode explores Indy’s experiences in basketball and the way it’s helped develop him to be the person he is today. I also learn more about his poetry, experience with mentorship, spirituality, purp…

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Remastered: From Bankrupt and Surviving to Earning Six Figures and Thriving with 5 Minute Bookkeeper™ Creator, Nicole Barham. 56:20

1+ y ago56:20

56:20

Listen, Family, I HAD to bring this episode back! If these 3 Questions about Women Entrepreneurs and Money and Burnout have crossed your mind, recently, this episode is for YOU! What program can women entrepreneurs use to manage money and prevent burnout? How can mentors and/or coaches help women entrepreneurs achieve financial success without expe…

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#013 - Sean Oulashin 1:01:10

1+ y ago1:01:10

1:01:10

Today's guest is Sean Oulashin. Sean is a content creator who focuses on short-form storytelling centred around mindfulness, gratitude, using social media more mindfully, and more. I've been a huge fan of his content and brand since I first saw him come across my For You Page last year. I'm so grateful and excited to have the opportunity to talk to…

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Tonisha Stalnaker: Her Leadership Journey (The Good, The Bad, and The WTF) 1:02:28

1+ y ago1:02:28

1:02:28

We are talking real, real when it comes to the first few years of entrepreneurship and the meaning of Leadership , Family. If you have felt like maybe you didn't know what in the world you were doing and just trying to make this business owner life make SENSE...This episode is for you! Tonisha Stalnaker is the CEO and Principal Consultant with Stal…

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#012 - Josh Pulis 1:01:37

1+ y ago1:01:37

1:01:37

Today's guest is Josh Pulis. This episode is all about SPORTS. Sports media, sports marketing, sports broadcasting. We talk about Josh's role at TSN, the sports media industry as a whole, and his experiences so far. Links: Instagram Linktree

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#011 - Mika Young 1:16:02

1+ y ago1:16:02

1:16:02

Happy New Year, everybody! I hope you’ve all been able to recharge and relax during the holidays. As we’re all returning to school and work and getting back into the groove of things, so is The Real Ones. Today’s guest is Mika Young. From working with her on marketing at the Toronto (Metropolitan) Entrepreneurship Association, to becoming good frie…

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#010 - Elizabeth Leuschner (In The Car!) 1:03:13

1+ y ago1:03:13

1:03:13

Happy New Year, everybody! We were able to get through another year, and I'm so incredibly proud of all of you. This is a BONUS episode. Normally I release an episode every Tuesday. This week, in the spirit of the New Year, our first episode of the year is on the first day! Today’s guest is Elizabeth Leuschner. The first guest we’ve had come back o…

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#009 - Natalie Preece 1:15:14

1+ y ago1:15:14

1:15:14

Today's guest is Natalie Preece. Even though we've been friends for over five years, I feel like there's so much I don't know about her! I'm excited to talk about kinesiology, her awesome piano skills, the impact of music, mental health, and so much more! TW: We talk about the human anatomy and things like dissection (00:09:10 - 00:25:35) and menta…

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Rita Powell: Putting In That Shadow Work 59:29

1+ y ago59:29

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Rita Powell is a lifelong survivor of multiple severe traumas and abuses, CPTSD, and anxiety. She is also a retired Chief Petty Officer! After years of being her own worst enemy, suffering from self-sabotage, perfectionism, overthinking, over-analyzing, over-explaining, self-hatred, and constantly feeling as though no matter what she did, it was ne…

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#008 - Ichhya Thapa 1:10:21

1+ y ago1:10:21

1:10:21

Today's guest is Ichhya Thapa. Even though she's one of the first friends I made in my first year at TMU, we never really had the opportunity to sit down and talk. I'm so excited to have that opportunity today and talk about school, social media and its effects on Ichhya and myself, Starbies, culture, being old (aka in our 20s), and so much more! L…

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#007 - Amanda Forlingieri 1:28:45

1+ y ago1:28:45

1:28:45

Today's guest is Amanda Forlingieri! I'm really excited for today's episode as we explore university life, being a Co-op student, and mental health as a whole! TW: We talk about anxiety and mental health throughout the episode. Links: Instagram Linktree

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Rayna Remondini: Mom, educator, philanthropist, community organizer, writer, founder, politician, and Head of School 29:58

1+ y ago29:58

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Rayna Remondini: An American educator and founder of the non-profit organization HCHC Leadership Academy; an accredited private school in Columbia, MD. As an educator, philanthropist, community organizer, writer, founder, politician, and Head of School - her most important role has been as a homeschool Mom to 6 remarkable children and wife to a gui…

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#006 - Mario Prifti 1:08:18

1+ y ago1:08:18

1:08:18

Today's guest is Mario Prifti! An amazing man and a friend whom I haven't talked to in too long! Today we talk about music, what it's like being in a band, the music industry as a whole, lifting, and life! Links: Instagram Linktree Ethan Flynn

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#005 - Serena Sawatzky 2:32:10

1+ y ago2:32:10

2:32:10

Today's guest is Serena Sawatzky. A third-year interior design student at Sheridan College, whom I’ve had the pleasure of getting to know better and become closer friends over the last few years! I’m excited to talk to her about our love of the outdoors, give plenty of shoutouts and whatever else comes to mind! Today is a bit of a special episode. …

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#004 - Malhar Deshpande 59:48

1+ y ago59:48

59:48

Today’s guest is Malhar Deshpande. One of the first people I met at TMU in my first year, from our annual meet-ups, long study sessions, and an active search to get a PS5, I can’t wait to talk to this lovely man. Links: Instagram Linktree

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#003 - Myuri Mohan 57:12

1+ y ago57:12

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Today’s guest is Myuri Mohan. Actually, my first friend that I made in my first year at TMU. We met over Discord, and it’s blossomed into a wonderful friendship. In the last three years, Myuri has worked so incredibly hard to jumpstart her career. From co-authoring multiple research projects to securing her first Co-op work term, I’m really excited…

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#002 - Elizabeth Leuschner 28:12

1+ y ago28:12

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Hello everybody! After over two long years, I'm so excited to restart this podcast! Today’s guest is Elizabeth Leuschner. A third-year biology and psychology student at UTM, I’ve had the pleasure of being able to call her my girlfriend for the last two and a half years. As a dancer for over ten years, a fan of true crime, a newfound love for podcas…

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From Bankrupt and Surviving to Earning Six Figures and Thriving with 5 Minute Bookkeeper™ Creator, Nicole Barham. 51:00

2+ y ago51:00

51:00

By trade, Nicole Barham is a Finance Systems Coach who created and founded Design Your Wealth to help women entrepreneurs go from stressing about money to financial peace of mind by showing them how to be not just the boss in their business but also be the boss of their finances—all in just 5 minutes a day. Through her 5 Minute Money Suite of digit…

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Overcoming Introvert Entrepreneur Burnout with Deana Jean 44:06

2+ y ago44:06

44:06

As an African proverb says, “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.” Join us on April 30th, 2022 for The Success Tribe Virtual Summit! This event is an exclusive and immersive experience that has been meticulously designed by Deana Jean to create a space for diverse 6 and 7 figure earning women entrepreneurs and leade…

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Overcoming Burnout: Strengthening Your 4 Pillars of Health with Beverly Whitlow. 44:24

2+ y ago44:24

44:24

In this episode, we are exploring how important it is to build a strong foundation using the 4 pillars of health with Beverly Whitlow, CEO of Beverly HEELS Health & Wellness Coaching, and a Certified Health Coach. The 4 Pillars of Health (Mindset, Physical, Nutrition, Spirituality) is her signature program that supports women in the amazing “Second…

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