Awaken Your Ego

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Episode: The Truth About Menopause, Perimenopause & BHRT with Dr. Nina Campagna In this powerful conversation, we sit down with Dr. Nina Campagna to unpack the realities of menopause, perimenopause, and bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) — and why so many women have been misled for decades. Dr. Campagna breaks down how BHRT was labeled as “dangerous,” how outda...

Send us Fan Mail Simplifying Strength — Discipline, Faith & Fat Loss with Brandon Hagar In this episode of Awaken Your Ego , we sit down with Brandon Hagar , U.S. Marine veteran and founder of Keep It Simple Coaching , to talk about what it really takes to build strength — both physically and mentally. Brandon shares his no-nonsense approach to fat loss, leadership, and personal discipline, br...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Awaken Your Ego , we sit down with Karin Neal , owner of Orangetheory Fitness in Stockton and Modesto , to explore her inspiring journey from fitness enthusiast to successful franchise owner. Karin shares how her passion for Orangetheory’s science-backed workouts turned into a mission to empower others through movement, mindset, and measurable results. We dive i...

Send us Fan Mail Alethia Alvarez is a passionate force in Modesto’s vibrant dance community and a key figure behind the Modesto Latin Music & Dance Festival. As a dedicated instructor and event organizer, she’s made it her mission to bring people together through movement, rhythm, and connection. Partnering with Silhouette’s Dance Studio, Alethia helped launch the Modesto Latin Music & Dan...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Awaken Your Ego Podcast, we sit down with Brett Butler, founder and owner of The Performance Lab (TPL)—one of Modesto’s premier fitness facilities. From a dream between friends to a city staple, Brett shares how his passion for performance training and giving back to his hometown has transformed TPL into more than just a gym—it’s a movement. We dive into Bre...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Awaken Your Ego Podcast, we sit down with fitness expert and CSUS Weight Lifting Coach Matt Fraze to explore what it means to build real strength—physically, mentally, and emotionally—as you age. Matt shares wisdom on lifting with longevity in mind, how to train smart (not just hard), and why sustainable fitness is about building habits, not hype. But this c...

Send us Fan Mail Awaken Your Ego Podcast | Spirit Animal Meditation with Liset Garcia | Shaman + Reiki Master at Ego Beauty & Wellness Welcome to Awaken Your Ego , the podcast where we explore healing, wellness, and spiritual growth! In this powerful episode, we are joined by Liset Garcia , a gifted Shaman, Reiki Master, and intuitive healer at Ego Beauty & Wellness in Modesto, CA. 🌿✨ Li...

Send us Fan Mail In this transformative episode of the Awaken Your Ego Podcast, hosts Brenna Hill and Ariana Alkire sit down with Joann Garcia, an expert breathwork practitioner, to explore the incredible benefits of intentional breathing. Joann shares her wisdom on how proper breathwork can help regulate your nervous system, reduce stress, enhance mental clarity, and conserve energy—all essential...

Send us Fan Mail Stephanie Sablan—a homeschooling mama of three, Pilates instructor, and Reiki & Soundbath practitioner. Stephanie also owns Journey Seamoss, where she creates clean, safely sourced sea moss blends with local fruits and honey. Her  journey in wellness started in 2014 when she began working in ergonomics, and in 2017, she expanded her knowledge through yoga teacher training (YTT...

Send us Fan Mail Today we interview Nubia Sanchez! Nubia Sanchez is a dedicated and experienced licensed esthetician with 20 years in the skincare industry. Specializing in advanced skincare treatments , she is certified in PCA peels, HydraFacial, and SkinPen , offering her clients cutting-edge solutions for radiant, healthy skin. As a bilingual professional , Nubia is committed to making skincare...

Send us Fan Mail Awaken Your Ego Podcast – First Episode of 2025 In this powerful first episode of the year, we dive deep into the essence of femininity—what it truly means beyond societal expectations and how embracing it can bring balance into our lives. We explore the journey of healing our wounded masculine, breaking free from outdated roles, and integrating both energies to cultivate wholenes...

Send us Fan Mail Health and wellness have always been a passion of Sonia’s. She was a personal fitness trainer for over 10 years and realized how much she enjoyed watching clients transform into happier and healthier versions of themselves. She started working in the realm of Holistic Medicine when she received her Therapeutic Lifestyle Certification in November 2009 and began working as a Lifesty...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Awaken Your Ego,  is joined by Dr. Rhoades and Shaman Liset Garcia for a heartfelt discussion on how to show up for others during major life transitions and the personal transformations that arise from these events. Whether it’s a wedding, a birth, a loss, or a life-altering move, big life events often create profound shifts in both the individuals experiencing...

Send us Fan Mail Erika Phillips is a business owner and IFBB Pro Bodybuilder! She originally started her meal prepping business Fit Kitchen in 2020 alongside her husband Mike Phillips during the COVID pandemic. They both decided to quit their full time jobs in order to pursue their dream of opening up this business. Erika has been an athlete her whole life, and both her and her husband have been i...

Send us Fan Mail Watch the video of the episode on Youtube here:  https://youtu.be/9Z8QHOJ1UoM In this enlightening episode of the *Awaken Your Ego* podcast as we welcome the insightful Dr. Patrick Rhoades and the spiritually attuned Shaman Liset Garcia. Together, they dive deep into the power of mindset, exploring how setting clear goals and truly believing in yourself can pave the way for person...

Send us Fan Mail  Intimacy, Trust, and Health: Navigating Relationships and Sexual Well-being In this enlightening episode of Awaken Your Ego, join us for an empowering and candid conversation with our wonderful hosts as they dive deep into the intricacies of intimacy in relationships. From the emotional bonds we share with loved ones to the physical aspects of sex, this episode covers it all.  Ex...

Send us Fan Mail We are excited to introduce a new series on our podcast, Awaken Your Ego, called *Crown & Heart* with Dr. Rhoades and Liset Garcia. This special series features shorter, uplifting messages designed to inspire and align with your chakras. Dr. Rhoades represents the wisdom of the crown chakra, while Liset Garcia embodies the compassion of the heart chakra. Tune in for a perfect...

Send us Fan Mail Matthew Fraze is a Full-time Lecturer, Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach and an Olympic Weightlifting Coach working with students preparing for fields related to Exercise Science and Physical Education. He teaches classes in Strength & Conditioning, Physical Fitness and Outdoor Education for the Department of Kinesiology at California State University, Stanislaus. In a...

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Alex and Ramon Vargas are two proud Latino Chiropractors native to the Central Valley. They grew up in Turlock, California and both are Stan State alumni. They earned their doctorate in chiropractic care, and they now are passionate about providing quality and intentional holistic health and wellness services in their hometown. Their passion for health and wellness inspired th...

Send us Fan Mail On today's episode we talk Forgiveness. How to forgive ourselves, how to forgive those who aren't willing to say sorry, and how to heal after you have been wronged. We share some of our own personal experiences and learn together on how to love after being wronged.  To watch this video on Youtube visit: https://youtu.be/tV1rnieB7YA To learn more about our podcast visit u...

Send us Fan Mail Jodi Scott is a master of the intricate connections between the mind, body, and the healing power of medicinal plants. With over two decades of experience and a Master’s degree in Health Psychology, she specializes in the intriguing field of Psychoneuroimmunology. Jodi's path has been a remarkable exploration of human health's boundaries. As the CEO and Co-Founder of Spr...

Send us Fan Mail Today Ariana, Joann and Brenna talk limiting beliefs systems, self care and how its evolved over the years, finding love and acceptance within ourselves. We also talk about the journey of finding and creating personal boundaries, aligning our words with action, how to release the judgement and shame of others, and how we can stop projecting all our drama on our loved ones.  You ca...

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Mike Van Thielen has a PhD. in holistic nutrition, is certified in Homeopathy, and is an expert in functional medicine. With over 3 decades involvement with best optimal health practices, anti-aging and regenerative medicine, sports performance, nutrition and supplementation, and biohacking strategies. He is a mentor and coach, helping people regain control of their health and...

Send us Fan Mail Today we talk with Dr. Patrick Rhoades, Owner & Medical Director of Ego Beauty & Wellness Defined and Central Valley Pain Management. He is board certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Pain Management, Addiction Medicine and by the Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine. We talk about BHRT, labs, best supplements for stress, exercise, how trauma can impact your healt...

Send us Fan Mail  Very few spiritual leaders have lived a life so unusual as Sven Erlandson. He has experienced what most counselors and leaders only read about in books. Yet, it is precisely this odd life -- this incredible dash to live fully,  learn all the wisdom the universe has to offer, and then give his life in service of others -- that makes Sven such a brilliant, insightful, funny, and po...