Conscious Conversations

In this episode of Conscious Conversations, I sit down with Danny Morel, spiritual guide, entrepreneur, author, speaker, and founder of a global awakening community of over 3.5 million people. Together, we discuss the global awakening happening right now on planet Earth — and why millions of people are starting to ask deeper questions about the lives they’ve built, the beliefs they inherited, the...

In this episode of Conscious Conversations, Lana sits down with Amanda Baudier, an integrated spiritual teacher, entrepreneur mentor, and former managing partner at Tao Group, to explore the journey from New York nightlife, celebrity access, and high-achievement burnout into spiritual integration, embodiment, and purpose. Amanda shares how she went from a working-class childhood in Maryland to Col...

In this episode of Conscious Conversations, Lana Rose sits down with artist and songwriter Maxx Nies for a deeply personal conversation about childhood trauma, sexual abuse, and turning pain into purpose through music.  Maxx shares how her body was showing signs long before the memories came back and what the long road of healing has actually looked like. This conversation explores what trauma can...

Eric Nies, OG star of MTV’s The Real World (the very first season in NYC), host of The Grind (the #1 show on TV in the ’90s), and my lifelong friend and childhood neighbor pulls back the curtain on the cost of fame, the hidden shadows of Hollywood, and the awakening that changed his life. We explore: ✨ The light and dark of fame — The wild and fun moments of 90s Hollywood — The darker truths: cas...

In this very unfiltered and very honest episode, Conscious Concierge sits down with spiritual mentor and trauma-informed guide Zack Alexander to explore what no one wants to talk about out loud which is -  the shadow side of the wellness and new age spiritual world. You know you can always trust your girl to GO THERE! We talk about the misuse of spiritual authority, the danger of untrained “healer...

Dr. Nadine Macaluso also known as Dr Nae, was the real-life inspiration for the character played by Margot Robbie ex wife of Jordan Belford in The Wolf of Wall Street - the Martin Scorsese film that grossed nearly $400M and became one of the most iconic depictions of money, excess, and power in modern cinema. But behind the glamorization of wealth and toxic love was a very real woman  living throu...

Bed bound at 17 with 20 diagnoses, Ava Young shares her powerful journey from chronic illness to full-body healing, motherhood, and an unexpected love story. After years of trying to find answers, Ava was introduced to cellular detox specialist and Chiropractor Dr. Pompa and began exploring a deeper root-cause approach to healing.  After finding a variety of glaring but lesser known root causes Av...

Today on Conscious Conversations: The Man Behind Grill Guy, Kevin Spies! We’re sitting down with my hilarious friend Kevin better known online as @grillguy, the viral content creator with over 400k followers and a true talent for turning everyday life into comedy. But there’s way more to his story than just laughs and dad jokes. From bartending in NYC and teaching high school, to surviving an unex...

In this episode of Conscious Conversations, Brandon Epstein—former athlete and Mental Performance Coach—joins us to explore what it takes to go from good to great. Brandon works with high achievers across the board, including professional athletes, CEOs, entrepreneurs, and more, using mental performance tools and strategies that unlock their highest potential. Brandon was recently featured on Joe...

For years, birth control has been marketed as freedom, a solution, a fix. But what if we were never told the full story? In this episode, I sit down with Kathrine, functional nutritionist with a background in psychology, exercise science, and women’s health (and in her former life a division 1 swimming coach) to talk about what we wish we knew about birth control before taking it. We cover: The hi...

Music is Medicine w/ Nilo Del Monte | Conscious Conversations Ep 17 This is a conversation and topic I’ve been wanting to have for a long time as music is such a massive part of our society all over the world. I sat down with Nilo Del Monte, a Cuban-born conscious artist with over 123,000 monthly listeners globally, to explore the healing power of music and sound. His story, his artistry, and his...

In this episode of Conscious Conversations, I sit down with Asha Nayaswami, a lifelong disciple of Paramhansa Yogananda and spiritual director at Ananda Palo Alto.​ We delve into profound topics such as the nature of death, the journey of the soul, and the cultivation of unwavering faith. Asha shares insights from her decades of spiritual practice, offering perspectives that bridge ancient wisdom...

In Episode 19 of Conscious Conversations, I sit down with Krista Williams—co-founder of the Almost 30 Podcast, one of the top wellness and spirituality podcasts in the world. Krista is a podcast host, writer, speaker, coach, retreat facilitator, and for many of us, a voice that has guided our healing, awakening, and becoming over the last decade. In this episode, we talk about: – The power of your...

Episode 20 of Conscious Conversations. I sit down with Lindsey Simcik - co-creator of the infamous Almost 30 Podcast, new author of Almost 30: A Definitive Guide to a Life You Love for the Next Decade and Beyond, and someone who’s felt like a big sister and mentor to me. We explore what it means to navigate the in-between seasons, the space between the old you and the new one, and the beauty of tr...

In Episode 21 of Conscious Conversations, I sit down with Nico Canon — mentor, guide, and co-founder of Ayahuasca Colombia — to explore some of the deepest questions on the spiritual path. We talk about: What spiritual awakening truly means (beyond the glamorized idea) The terror and beauty of shedding old identities What grounded spirituality looks like in daily life How desire can blur into enti...

There’s a common misconception in the spiritual and wellness world that when something is “aligned,” it should feel easy, effortless, and flowy. But what if true alignment sometimes does require grit, discomfort, and hard work. In this episode, I sit down with Cecilie Stabell - mentor, author, sound alchemist, podcast host, and speaker to explore the deeper truths about alignment, intuition, nervo...

What if illness could be your greatest spiritual teacher? In episode 23 of Conscious Conversations, we sit down with author, philanthropist, and Mountains of Hope founder Mike Murphy — a man who turned devastating personal loss into a global mission for healing. 📌 Mike Murphy — featured on Larry King, best-selling author of The Creation Frequency, and founder of The Love for Margo Foundation — sh...

In this powerful episode of Conscious Conversations, I sit down with Beth Gulotta, NYC therapist and host of Quiet the Clock, to explore the realities of societal timeline pressure - especially around relationships, career, and fertility. We unpack her journey with fertility at 39, debunk the myth of the "35 fertility cliff," and talk about what it really means to live on your own timeli...

Birth is not just the arrival of a baby, it’s the initiation of a mother, a rite of passage, and a reclamation of feminine power. In this conversation with doula and birth keeper Jennifer Radney we dive deep into the emotional, physical, and spiritual layers of birth, postpartum, and the sacred union between mother and father during this transformation. What We Cover:     •    Why birth is a spiri...

In this episode of Conscious Conversations, I sit down with Morgan Gladowski — former critical care nurse turned integrative health practitioner to explore the emotional, physical, and spiritual journey of healing from mold illness and CIRS. If you know anything about mold, you know it can wreak havoc on a person’s life in ways that are hard to describe — or even believe. And because there’s littl...

Conscious Conversations is a platform created for thought provoking conversations around unconventional tools in the world of self enhancement, healing, and self discovery. My first guest is Elizabeth Ramirez. A mentor to leaders all over the world on how to enhance and optimize yourself with the help of Psilocybin. In this first episode in the series, we discuss the fear and misunderstanding abou...

Anxiety and depression often carry deeper meanings – they can be powerful messengers, guiding us towards important truths. Kayla’s story is a powerful example of this.  Kayla struggled with a sudden onset of a range of symptoms, from autoimmune and stroke like symptoms to diagnoses like bipolar disorder, panic disorder, anxiety, and depression spanning for years. Despite numerous treatments and mi...

True emotional freedom is often not prioritized in our upbringing or education. From a young age, we're conditioned to believe that external achievements—like possessions, careers, or relationships—are the keys to happiness.  While many seek financial freedom, emotional liberation frees us from being prisoners to our feelings. The journey begins by confronting our deepest emotional pain. When...

In this raw and unfiltered episode of Conscious Conversations, Malcolm, Alan, and Keyen—three outspoken thought leaders and men's coaches—dive into the often overlooked and controversial topic of men's mental health.  They discuss why men's mental health is facing significant challenges today, the struggles men rarely admit, the fear of vulnerability, the impact of role models, and...

Former Knicks physical therapist and mentee of Phil Jackson, Erwin Benedict Valencia, brought the first-ever mindfulness program to the NBA. He explains that the players trusted him because he walked the walk, embodying mindfulness and gratitude in every aspect of his life. As the world wakes up to the importance of authenticity, more and more people are craving leaders who don’t just preach their...