The Goodwin Social

If you know me, you know I'm all about the intersection of food and functional medicine. Today, I had the pleasure of chatting with Kevin Weatherall, the founder of Rising Tide. This wonderful company is all about harnessing the power of functional mushrooms to create delicious organic coffee creamers and overnight oats.    Kevin has been working in the natural food space for ten years, and in our...

Dr. Olivia Watkins, a renowned naturopathic doctor specializing in women's health, joins me today to help you navigate the ebbs and flows of your hormones. Dr. Watkins doesn't believe in striving for hormonal perfection. Instead, she encourages embracing the natural fluctuations of being a woman. Through connecting to the various aspects of your life - stress levels, relationships, and mental well...

Today, I'm chatting with Ellyse Nichole Bollinger, founder, creative director, and visual brand strategist of ENC - a top-tier boutique non-agency specializing in branding. We dive into all things entrepreneurship, branding, and creativity, so this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to launch or maintain their business!  Ellyse shares her agency's secret recipe for balancing content and c...

Dr. Morgan MacDermott, a licensed Naturopathic Doctor specializing in women's reproductive health, creator of Milk Medicine, and co-host of the "Healthy As A Mother" podcast, joins me today to share her journey and mission to empower modern mothers. With a background that seamlessly blends functional medicine, clinical expertise, and firsthand experience, she helps women be informed, intentional,...

I have some exciting life news to share - I'm expecting! I'm currently 25 weeks pregnant and feeling incredibly grateful for every step of this journey. Those of you who have been following me for a while are aware of my struggle with infertility, which led me to explore the world of functional medicine and embrace a new lifestyle focused on optimizing my health. In this episode, I share my experi...

When I started the pod, I knew I had to invite on my dear friend and true inspiration, Mikaela Kostaras. Mikaela is an entrepreneur, content creator, and author known for her social media platform, "She Loves Formula 1." In our chat, Mikaela discusses her decade-long passion for Formula 1, a male-dominated sport, and how she has created a safe space for women through her platform.  Mikaela talks a...

Dana Price, expert practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine and the founder and CEO of ilumina Healing Sanctuary, joins me today to discuss the intersection of acupuncture and herbal treatments for fertility care, a field in which she is considered a trailblazer.  In our conversation, Dana explains how acupuncture helps to improve ovarian function and egg quality in women over 35, increasing t...

Brooke Graves, CEO of Kaleidoscope Juice, is back on the pod to discuss hydration, just in time for the scorching summer weather. In our conversation, Brooke shares the signs of dehydration, tips on optimizing hydration by adding minerals to our water, and the foods that contribute to hydration. Brooke emphasizes hydration as the key to a healthy heart, combating wrinkles, and staying energized al...

Joni Caldwell Lerner's mission is to guide people toward living their most authentic and empowered lives. As an executive leadership coach, life strategist, and host of WAKE UP! With Joni, she has dedicated herself to helping leaders enhance their communication, collaboration, and emotional intelligence. Today, Joni joins me to discuss the importance of staying true to your values and purpose in b...

Dana Hutchinson became a medical herbalist and integrative health practitioner after Traditional Chinese Medicine alleviated the symptoms of her rare autoimmune disorder in ways Western medicine could not. She specializes in autoimmunity, fertility, and emotional trauma and owns The Wildflower Clinic, a medical practice that offers a blend of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Western clinical herbalis...

I've always been passionate about food, and in this episode, I'm taking you aisle by aisle in the grocery store to share some of the high-quality, nutrient-dense products and brands I've been reaching for. I also offer tips for understanding ingredient labels so you can make more informed decisions about what you're eating. Plus, I give my recommendations for making healthy and clean alternatives...

During my fertility journey these last few years, Dr. Leah Gordon, licensed naturopathic and functional medicine doctor, has been instrumental in helping me optimize my hormone health in a natural way. Dr. Leah supports and helps women and men uncover the root cause of what's blocking a healthy pregnancy and has proven strategies for improving egg and sperm health.  In our conversation, Dr. Leah s...

I recently had a Human Design chart reading with Hannah Sawicky, Quantum Human Design Specialist, where she helped me understand my chart and strategize how to live in alignment with it. In this episode, I reflect on the takeaways from my session with Hannah and what I learned about myself in the process. I also share what you can expect from a reading and key insights about my energy type.    IN...

Hannah Sawicky, Quantum Human Design Specialist, joins me on this episode to explore what Human Design is and how it can be used as a tool for getting to know yourself better. Because Quantum Human Design is at the intersection of ancient wisdom and modern science, it offers incredible insight into why you do the things you do, but also gives you strategies for how to live in alignment.  In our co...

Psychologist and mindset coach Nikki Sammet joins me today to talk about how she empowers her clients to achieve their goals and unlock the keys to knowing themselves better. This same philosophy is also at the center of how she supports her three-year-old son who was recently diagnosed with autism. Nikki walks us through how she identified her son might be on the autism spectrum and early interve...

Licensed Hypnotherapist Ellen Haines joins me on this episode to unpack what hypnotherapy is and how it can be used as a powerful tool for changing thoughts and behaviors. Ellen's holistic practice is far from the hoaky hypnotist experience that we all seemed to have at a school event. In our conversation, she breaks down the neurobiology behind hypnosis and describes the intersection between ther...

I wanted to give some background on what inspired me to start The Goodwin Social and reflect on what my 30s have been like so far. After going off the pill and feeling completely dismissed by my OB about my health concerns, I've been on this beautiful, messy healing journey ever since. In this episode, I talk about my experience with functional medicine and how that's rippled into other areas of m...

Being a business owner is hard enough, but when you add in the rules and regulations of the alcohol industry, it becomes even more complicated. Luckily, PURO de lo alto co-founder Steven Prevatt has his amazing wife Andrea and business partner P.A. Molumby by his side.  Steven and Andrea join me on this episode to pull back the curtain on what it's like to run a tequila company and the support sys...

I'm joined by Michelle Paty, aka @thenaturalinjector , to dive into the world of aesthetic injectables and other anti-aging skincare treatments. Michelle is the owner and lead injector of Preva Aesthetics, a med spa that specializes in helping their clients feel and look like themselves as they age.  In our conversation, we cover Michelle's holistic approach to feeling vibrant and confident, regar...

Baylee Gallen is the founder of the Balanced Bachelorette, a private yoga collective that brings a moment of zen to bachelorette parties, family reunions, or any other event where people want to slow down amongst the chaos.  Baylee and I recently caught up to chat about small business ownership and the tools that have supported her that journey. She also opens up about how becoming a mom has shift...

The gut is often called the "second brain" of the body because it's responsible for so much more than digestion. If you've ever struggled with low energy, lack of concentration, or acne, there's a good chance that those symptoms stem from somewhere in your GI tract.  In my conversation with gut health dietitian Jillian Smith, she breaks down exactly what gut health is and highlights common ingredi...

Therapy has been one of the most powerful tools for me at this stage in my life, but even though the stigma of mental health has majorly shifted over the past decade, it's still a pretty taboo subject. I'm joined by licensed therapist Nicole Evans to discuss the benefits of therapy, how to establish and uphold boundaries, and ways to change thought patterns that no longer serve you.  Nicole opens...

Natalie Draizen and Lindsey Mandara are certified nutrition coaches and personal trainers with a refreshing approach to health and wellness. Like so many women, they struggled with yo-yo dieting, overexercising, and negative body image, but finally experienced a breakthrough when they developed a deeper mind-body connection.  Natalie and Lindsey join me in this episode to unpack diet culture BS an...

It's so important to understand what your personal style is and continue to play around with it as new trends emerge, but that process can feel really intimidating and overwhelming. Personal stylist Abigail Valentine joins me on this episode to break down the steps for discovering clothes that make you feel confident and how to build a capsule wardrobe based on those pieces.  Abigail shares her pe...

Your pelvic floor is responsible for supporting your abdomen and pelvis, bladder and bowel movements, and sexual function, so why isn't it more commonly discussed? I'm joined by pelvic floor therapist Dr. Erin Motola to dive into all the taboo subjects surrounding pelvic floor health, including how to break bad bladder habits, improve your sex life, and confidently recover from pregnancy.  Erin wa...