The Move With Heart podcast features Melissa Wood-Tepperberg’s personal stories, triumphs, philosophies as well as those of her mentors who will join the show to share their wisdom. Expect to laugh, learn, and be inspired as they cover topics ranging from mindfulness and spirituality, to nutrition and fitness, to motherhood and fashion. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ep 73: The Most Incredible Comeback Story You Will Ever Hear with Khalil Rafati, Founder of Sunlife Organics
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In this episode, Melissa sits down with Khalil Rafati, founder of Sunlife Organics and author of the transformative book “I Forgot To Die” which, as Melissa describes, ‘will crack you right open.’ Melissa was eager to have Khalil on ever since she had an inspiring conversation and was generously gifted his book in Austin, TX, by the manager of Sunl…
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In this intuitive and unplanned solo episode, Melissa sits down to passionately remind us about the power of meditation. With over a decade of dedication to this practice, it has truly become the foundation of everything for her. Despite still occasionally resisting the practice, she emphasizes the immense benefits of breaking through that struggle…
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Ep 71: Removing Labels Around Food and Finding What Works For YOU in Both Wellness and in Life with Danielle DuBoise and Whitney Tingle, Founders of Sakara Life
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In this week's episode, Melissa sits down with her long-time friends Danielle DuBoise and Whitney Tingle, the founders of Sakara Life. Together, they share the profound journey of being childhood best friends who later simultaneously hit rock bottom in their early adult life—Danielle with yo-yo dieting and Whitney struggling with severe cystic acne…
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Ep 70: We All Need Therapy with Therapists, Vanessa Bennett and Dené Logan
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In this incredibly informative episode, Melissa is joined by therapists Vanessa Bennett and Dené Logan. As business partners in retreats and hosts of the podcast Cheaper Than Therapy, where Melissa has previously been a guest, Vanessa and Dené bring a wealth of knowledge on relationships, motherhood, and managing heavy emotions. Both specializing i…
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Ep 69: The Power of Resilience and Building a Business Around the Importance of Sleep with Ann Marks
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In this heartfelt episode, Melissa is joined by one of her closest friends, Ann Marks. Ann, the founder of Full Feedings, an infant and toddler sleep program, shares her incredible journey and the deeply personal experiences that shaped her path. Full Feedings, known for its transformative videos and guides, helps parents worldwide achieve the fund…
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Ep 68: Unlocking Vitality Through Saunas and Cold Plunges with Sun Home Saunas Co-Founder, Tyler Fish
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This week, Melissa sits down with Tyler Fish, the co-founder of one of her go-to sauna and cold plunge brands, Sunhome Saunas. Together they explore the incredible benefits of contrast therapy, sharing best practices for sauna and cold plunge sessions along with a wealth of their wellness tips and lifestyle rituals. Tyler and Melissa discuss the im…
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In this motivational solo episode, Melissa delves into the transformative practice of getting comfortable with the uncomfortable. Melissa encourages us to confront the challenges in our lives head-on, from navigating the dissolution of friendships and tackling difficult conversations, to pursuing our dreams and learning to go for it. She emphasizes…
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Ep 66: Breaking Down the Stigmas Behind Mental Health and Building a Safe Space to Heal with Carter Barnhart
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In this episode, Melissa sits down with Carter Barnhart, who, in addition to being Melissa’s first client when she was a 1-on-1 nutrition coach, is the CEO and Founder of Charlie Health. Charlie Health is a groundbreaking virtual platform dedicated to delivering personalized, holistic mental health care to youth in crisis. Carter bravely shares her…
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Ep 65: Why Diets Don’t Work and How to Tune Into Your Body’s Unique Needs with Jessica Sepel
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This week Melissa is joined by Jessica Sepel, nutritionist, entrepreneur and founder of JSHealth. In this candid conversation, Jess opens up about her personal journey from the shackles of fad dieting to embracing a holistic approach to nutrition and well-being. They discuss the pitfalls of restrictive eating, the importance of whole foods and food…
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Ep 64: Marie Forleo - How to Create The Career of Your Dreams and Break Free from Self-Imposed Limitations
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Marie Forleo is an acclaimed life coach, motivational speaker, and the best-selling author of "Everything is Figureoutable." In this episode Melissa and Marie discuss how to create the life you truly desire. Marie shares her journey from working on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange to becoming a highly successful life coach. She describes ho…
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Ep 63: Q&A with Dylan on Why Consistency is Key and To Check In With Who’s in Your Corner
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Join Melissa and Dylan Rudolph, the Director of Partnerships at MWH, in a special episode recorded from Maui. In this episode, Melissa and Dylan delve into your Q&A questions. They discuss Dylan’s seven-year journey at MWH and the remarkable growth and evolution she's witnessed within the brand and Melissa herself. Dylan shares insights into her ro…
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Ep 62: Living A Life Of Vitality with The King of Sprouts, Doug Evans, Author of the Sprout Book
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Known as the "Sproutman," Doug Evans is a health food entrepreneur, advocate for the raw food movement, and author of the National Bestseller, “The Sprout Book.” In this episode, Doug shares his extraordinary journey of discovering the nutritional power of sprouts and thriving in the desert by living entirely off the sprouts he grew. From his perso…
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Ep 61: More Than Just a Game with Molly Bloom, Entrepreneur and Author of Molly’s Game
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Melissa sits down with Molly Bloom, the extraordinary woman behind Molly’s Game, who ran the world's most well known poker game. From her unexpected transition from competitive skiing to bartending at the iconic Viper Room in Los Angeles, Molly's entrepreneurial spirit led her to orchestrate high-stakes poker tournaments attended by the elite of so…
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Ep 60: Designing Confidence and Facing Life’s Greatest Hardships with Ronny Kobo, Fashion Designer
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Join Melissa in this episode as she sits down with the incredibly talented fashion designer and entrepreneur, Ronny Kobo. Growing up in Hong Kong, Ronny's childhood was steeped in fashion, thanks to her father's denim business. However, her true love for fashion ignited when she discovered that her designs could empower women and instill confidence…
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Ep 59: Motivation, Management, and Doing the Hard Work with Emily Sklar, Head of Marketing at MWH
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Join Melissa and Emily Sklar, the Head of Marketing at MWH, for this special episode recorded at SXSW in Austin, Texas. Fresh off the stage as a keynote speaker, Melissa delves into her passion for public speaking, emphasizing her desire to empower others by sharing her personal journey. Melissa and Emily explore how, despite not conforming to the …
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In this solo episode, Melissa discusses the transformative practice of cold plunging. Initially skeptical and uncomfortable with the practice, Melissa shares her journey of embracing the cold plunge and discovering the benefits of cold therapy. By focusing on deep nasal breathing, Melissa reveals how cold plunging goes beyond mere physical discomfo…
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Ep 57: What Your Anxiety is Trying to Tell You and Tips for a Happier, More Fulfilling Life with Dr.Ellen Vora, Functional Medicine Psychiatrist
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In this episode, Melissa is joined by functional medicine psychiatrist, Dr. Ellen Vora, for a discussion on mental health. Dr. Vora offers a fresh perspective on mental well-being by advocating for a holistic approach to tackling struggles with common conditions like anxiety and depression. Dr. Vora identifies two different types of anxiety: one th…
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Ep 56: How To Get Comfortable with the Uncomfortable and Find Beauty in Brokenness with Kris Carr, New York Times Bestselling Author, Wellness Leader & Cancer Thriver
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Kris Carr is a multiple New York Times-bestselling author, wellness activist, and cancer thriver. In this candid conversation, Melissa and Kris delve into the less glamorous aspects of personal growth. Kris recounts personal stories, from her cancer diagnosis to dealing with grief, and offers advice on how to accept and find beauty in brokenness. S…
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Ep 55: Giving all the Juice with my BFF Chrissy Godwin
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Chrissy Godwin is a personal stylist and Melissa’s best friend of 30 years. In this episode, Melissa and Chrissy delve into the highs and lows that have shaped their lives and defined their friendship - from navigating challenging family dynamics to breaking free from toxic relationships, discovering their true selves, and starting their own busine…
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Ep 54: Turning Habits Into a Ritual and Building a Conscious Wellness Brand with Ritual Founder Katerina Schneider
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Kat Schneider is the founder and CEO of Ritual, a brand that is redefining the vitamin industry with its dedication to transparency, traceability, and quality standards. When Kat was four months pregnant, she couldn't find a prenatal vitamin she could trust and decided to create one herself. In this episode, Kat delves into Ritual's origin story, s…
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Ep 53: The Reality of Real Friendships and Seeking Wellness with Hannah Berner and Paige DeSorbo
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This week, Melissa is joined by Hannah Berner and Paige DeSorbo, co-hosts of the "Giggly Squad" podcast and best friends from Bravo's 'Summer House.' In this laughter-filled episode, Hannah and Paige discuss how to embrace imperfections as a source of strength rather than weakness. They share personal stories and practical tips on how to learn to l…
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In this solo episode, Melissa discusses the value of Dry January, encouraging mindful reflection on habits that might stem from obligation rather than serving your well-being. Reflecting on her own experience of living alcohol-free for over four years now, Melissa delves into the societal pressures surrounding drinking and the difficulties of break…
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Ep 51: How to Embrace the Unknown and Find Happiness with Dr. Deepak Chopra
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In this thought-provoking episode, Melissa engages in a deep conversation with renowned doctor, author, and guru, Deepak Chopra, who offers powerful wisdom on the pursuit of genuine happiness. Deepak discusses our tendency to cling to the known while fearing the unknown, likening the unknown to an infinite realm of creativity and possibility. He ad…
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Ep 50: Unlocking Your Authentic Self Through Human Design with Jenna Zoe
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Jenna Zoe is a leading expert in Human Design, a transformative system of self-discovery that helps us reconnect with our authentic selves and provides a unique roadmap to understanding who we are at our core. Jenna and Melissa dive deep into the art of decoding your Human Design chart, which is calculated from your birth date, time, and place, rev…
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Ep 49: Celebrating Your Failures, The Importance of Relationships, and Carving Your Own Path with Valeria Lipovetsky
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Join Melissa in this episode of "Move With Heart" as she sits down with Valeria Lipovetsky, former model, thought leader, content creator, and entrepreneur. Valeria has captivated millions with her authentic, humorous, and stylish online presence across TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram and is the founder of the global media company Valeria Inc. Valer…
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Ep 48: Building a Jewelry Empire by Mistake and Breaking Out Of Your Lane with Jennifer Fisher
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This week Melissa sits down with jewelry designer and entrepreneur, Jennifer Fisher. After giving birth to her son, Jennifer couldn't find a piece of jewelry that suited her unique style so she took matters into her own hands and created her now-famous personalized dog-tag name necklace. Since then, Jennifer has expanded her brand beyond jewelry to…
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Ep 47: Living Authentically and Staying Grounded Through Success with Real Housewife of New York City, Ubah Hassan
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This week we’re joined by a true force of nature, Ubah Hassan. Ubah is a model, activist, businesswoman, and you may know her from the NEW ERA of the Real Housewives of New York City. Ubah grew up in Somalia and Kenya before immigrating to Canada with her family. In this episode, Ubah shares how her experience as a refugee shaped her into the perso…
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This week, Melissa sits down with Dylan, MWH’s Director of Partnerships, to answer your most pressing questions. They discuss various topics, including Melissa’s current relationship with meat, what she'd do if she had extra hours in the day, and how to recognize when it’s time to end a friendship. The conversation delves into the deep-seated fears…
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Ep 45: Become the Parent You Want to Be with Dr. Becky Kennedy
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Dr. Becky Kennedy is a clinical psychologist, mother of three, and the founder of Good Inside – a community-based platform where parents can get expert advice and support for tackling everyday challenges. Whether you’re a parent or not, Dr. Becky’s invaluable advice can be applied to every type of relationship to help you better understand others a…
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Ep 44: How to Stay Vibrant as We Age and Creating a New Way to Cleanse with Kroma Wellness Founder, Lisa Odenweller
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Lisa Odenweller is the founder and CEO of Kroma Wellness, a functional nutrition company that’s redefining the traditional idea of a “cleanse” by focusing on fueling the body rather than depriving it. Lisa’s entrepreneurial journey and passion for the power of food as medicine started after she began to experience hair loss and extreme fatigue. Uns…
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Ep 43: Not Letting Perfectionism Stand In Your Way
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Join Melissa as she candidly discusses her battles with perfectionism, feeling the pressure of constant comparison, and how fear used to hold her back. She shares how she transformed her outlook, recognizing imperfections as stepping stones to progress, and learning to celebrate her individuality. Tune in to hear how Melissa broke down the barriers…
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Ep 42: Navigating Anxiety and Finding Strength Through Struggles with Trish Barillas
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PLEASE NOTE: This episode contains talk of suicide. If you or someone you know is in crisis, please call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline 1-800-273-8255. Trish Barillas is a published author, professional life coach, anxiety expert, and one of Melissa’s best friends. In this episode, Trish shares her personal journey battling General Anxiety…
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Ep 41: Mental Health, Life’s Big Lessons, and Finding Your Niche with Ashley Tisdale
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Ashley Tisdale is an actress, singer, entrepreneur, and mom who is changing the narrative around mental health. In this episode, Ashley describes her on-screen coming-of-age story and opens up about how her personal struggles with anxiety and depression inspired the creation of her wellness brand, Frenshe. She explains how she had to push through a…
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Ep 40: The Ripple Effect of Acting on a Dream with Ben Nemtin, Author and Motivational Speaker
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Ben Nemtin, creator of the show, The Buried Life, shares his secrets to living the life of your dreams. As a freshman in college and all-star athlete, Ben’s life came to a halt as he battled through a deep period of depression. With the help of some great friends, he was suddenly called to embark on a life-changing adventure to travel around the wo…
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Ep 39: Enhance Longevity and Uplevel Your Health with Robin Berzin, M.D. — Founder and CEO of Parsley Health
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Discover the transformative power of holistic medicine with Dr. Robin Berzin, Founder and CEO of Parsley Health, America's leading holistic medical practice. Since its inception in 2016, Parsley Health has been redefining healthcare by making personalized medicine more accessible. Their mission is to treat the root cause of health issues through li…
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Ep 38: Pioneering a New Industry, Battling Insecurities, and Living Your Best Life with Danielle Bernstein, Entrepreneur and Founder of WeWoreWhat
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Danielle Bernstein, the fashion blogger turned business mogul behind WeWoreWhat, shares everything you’ve wanted to know from her in this tell-all episode. She opens up about the realities of being an internet figure, how she’s built trust with her followers, her battles with insecurities, and how she has learned to overcome negativity and take cha…
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Ep 37: From Nothing to Something – My Journey to Entrepreneurship
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Join Melissa as she shares her unconventional journey into entrepreneurship and the authentic evolution of MWH. In this episode, she opens up about her struggles with finding her purpose in life and the actionable steps she took to not only discover her passion, but turn it into a business. Melissa provides practical advice on how to recognize your…
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Ep 36: LIVE Q&A from the MWH Pop-Up Studio
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We had the honor of hosting our MWH Pop-Up Studio at the Dream Downtown and getting to meet so many of you was the highlight of the day! We closed the day with a live Q&A where you guys asked such amazing questions, and we’re so excited to share them with you here on the podcast. Questions ranged from who Melissa's greatest inspiration is, to how t…
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Ep 35: Sabrina Rudin of Spring Cafe Aspen
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Sabrina Rudin, creator of Spring Cafe Aspen (team MWH’s favorite lunch spot) and one of Melissa’s good friends, joins Melissa to discuss all things food and wellness. They dive into what led Sabrina to open the cafe in Aspen and then NYC, the hardships of being a business owner, and some valuable advice her dad gave her around how to look at proble…
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This extra special episode features two top-requested guests: Melissa’s husband, Noah Tepperberg, and his business partner and best friend of 30 years, Jason Strauss. They take us back to their early days planning parties (some not as successful as others) and how they grew Tao Group into what it is today. They share a ton of stories from how they …
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Ep 33: Spring Fertility with Dr. Hancock & Kim Strother
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This episode is sponsored by Spring Fertility. You can use code 'MWPOD' for $150 off a consult at any of their clinic locations in CA or NY. Book your consultation by going to https://springfertility.com/book-a-consult/ today. In this episode, Melissa sits down with Dr. Hancock of Spring Fertility and her best friend (and MWH Creator) Kim Strother …
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Ep 32: Jessie Inchauspé of Glucose Goddess
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Jessie from the Glucose Goddess is in every sense of the term, a goddess. As a biochemist, she’s truly a wealth of knowledge when it comes to the subject of managing your glucose levels through pivoting how you consume your food—it’s not so much what you eat, but the order that you eat it in! Her experience and insight will inspire you to learn mor…
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Melissa takes us through her 6 step process that can help all of us live with more confidence in becoming exactly who we want to be (you may find it helpful to take notes with this one to help visualize these steps). She discusses some personal stories touching on times she has felt insecure or unsure of how to handle certain situations, leading to…
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Melissa and Chelsea Clinton dive into motherhood, childhood, and family in this must-listen-to episode for parents and non-parents alike. Melissa gets insight into Chelsea’s life at home with her husband Mark and their three kids. You’ll love her breakdown of organizing her families’ schedules, how they split up time between each of her kids to giv…
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Vani Hari, aka @thefoodbabe, is one of Melissa’s absolute favorite IG accounts to follow. Vani's mission is centered around revealing the truth around harmful ingredients that major companies are putting in our food - prepare to be shocked. Vani shares her story with Melissa - how she and her family ate a ton of processed foods, which in turn cause…
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This episode is super special as it features one of Melissa’s very best friends, (online and in real-life!) Mona Vand. Melissa and Mona actually started their friendship via the internet in what they like to recall as a “social media date.” They bonded over their love for wellness, spirituality and of course...food! They talk about Mona’s journey m…
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In this episode, Melissa goes deep on how people pleasing impacts the way a lot of us live our lives, and how to pivot that focus back to ourselves and our priorities. Melissa identifies some tangible ways for us to recognize this behavior so that we can empower ourselves to take control of our own lives, because how we choose to spend our time rea…
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Ep 26: Tieghan Gerard of Half Baked Harvest
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Tieghan from Half Baked Harvest seriously shook up the food space when she started her blog over 10 years ago. Not only is it aesthetically pleasing to watch her create her food, but she makes you seriously want to try every single thing. Melissa and her have such great chemistry together - you’re going to love learning about her journey to buildin…
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This conversation is such a full circle moment for Melissa considering she started her spiritual journey years ago by being a student in Gabby’s Spirit Junkie Master Class. Now to be sitting with Gabby as a podcast guest and a friend, it’s such a beautiful moment of reflection. They go deep on all the topics including living your truth, what the in…
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Encouraging a strong relationship with ourselves by having more love and compassion is not always easy. In this episode, Melissa discusses how we can show ourselves more love by thinking about this simple question - who is the one person you’re going to be with for the rest of your life? You! So in this episode she breaks down a few steps for honor…
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