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On this powerful episode, "Reclaiming the Feminine Brain" ,  Ellen Petry Leanse joins Debbie Rosas to explore the liberating edge where neuroscience meets the sacred feminine. Together, they shine light on: How our brains are being hijacked by modern technology The consequences of a male-dominant brain culture and loss of unity connection The false binaries that fracture our sense of oneness How n...

Join me for an inspiring, in-depth conversation with a business professional who embodies the true essence of empowered vision and leadership—a woman who has learned to successfully play the game of life on and off the field of business through wisdom, education and connection. Amy Boone Thompson is a force of nature in the fitness industry—an innovator, a mentor, and a visionary leader shaping th...

What does it mean to play the game of life as a Sacred Athlete—to move with wisdom, purpose, and joy? In this special episode of GET IN, I sit down with Ken Gilbert , the recipient of the 2024 Nia Embodiment Sacred Athlete Award. Ken is a dancer, movement artist, actor, director, and dedicated Nia teacher, whose life's work has been devoted to the exploration of the body, expression, and transform...

What does it mean to truly live in a body? To explore its depths, wisdom, and mysteries? In this episode of  GET IN , I sit down with  Gil Hedley —a pioneering anatomist, philosopher, and self-proclaimed  somanaut —to journey through the lived experience of the human form. Gil shares his profound insights on  life in a body , weaving science, philosophy, and personal reflection into a conversation...

In this deeply moving and candid conversation, Lorri Donnahoe , the 2024 SPIRIT OF NIA recipient, shares her courageous journey through mental health challenges. After years of misdiagnosis, she finally discovered she was living with Bipolar II—a revelation that changed everything. Lorri opens up about the struggles and triumphs that have shaped her path, highlighting how Nia, along with the unwav...

Welcome to " Body and Life Nia Alchemist." In this special episode, I'm honored to host Suzanne Cohen , the recipient of the 2024 Nia Teacher of the Year award. With over 25 years of experience embodying and sharing Nia, Suzanne seamlessly weaves together the wisdom of Nia, psychology, and psychotherapy—bringing movement as medicine to life. As a retired psychologist and psychotherapist, Suzanne b...

Welcome to " Your Body + life Dancing —Sound Health Best Technology " with my guest, Dr. Caleb Kronen —an experienced audio engineer dedicated to inspiring people's sound health, enhancing knowledge of sound quality and technology. With a rich background from the University of Colorado's Hearing Research Laboratory, since 2000 Caleb has become an expert in helping Nia and exercise teachers optimiz...

Welcome to " Dancing Through Life: The Rhythm of YOU + The Cosmos." In this episode, I'm joined by Eden Sky , a renowned author, poet, and catalyst for new paradigm perceptions and practices that elevate consciousness. Eden is the creator of the annual Galactic Calendars, inspired by Dr. José Argüelles' teachings. Her mission is to weave universal wisdom and compassion with the intelligence of cos...

Welcome to A Body + Life YOGA Story with the inspiring Rachel Scott —a dynamic Yoga teacher who brings vibrancy to life both on and off the mat. Rachael's impressive journey includes a Master of Science in Instructional Systems and Learning Technologies with a focus on online education, a Master of Fine Arts from the American Conservatory Theater, and a BA from Columbia University. With over 20 ye...

Welcome to "Life Healing + The Trauma Symptom of Conflict Avoidance." In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Lissa Rankin , a mind-body medicine physician and author of seven books, currently working on her eighth, YOU-Turn , with her partner Dr. Jeffrey Rediger. As the founder of the Whole Health Medicine Institute and the nonprofit Heal At Last, Lissa is dedicated to radical remission, trauma-inform...

Welcome to "Creating Health Inside Out." Today, I'm joined by Lianna Levine Reisner , President and Network Director of Plant Powered Metro New York, an innovative organization she co-founded in 2019. This group empowers communities through education and mentoring, promoting health resilience with whole food, plant-based nutrition. Join us as we explore how empowering communities can help individu...

Welcome to "Fitness: Past-Present-Future . Today's guest, Joanne Melbourne , brings over 40 years of experience in fitness, from pioneering Jazzerobics for Les Mills, to choreographing for world aerobics champion Brett Fairweather, introducing Nia to New Zealand in 1997, and training over 1,400 personal trainers for Fitness First in Australia. We'll dive into her inspiring journey through the past...

Welcome to "The Feminine Speaks," an up front, honest, personal, intelligent, and powerful discussion with two people living "the feminine" in life today. Inspiring others to share their story through the art of writing, poetry, and theatre performance. Hear how this passionate couple,  Maria Aparo , and Jens Rasmussen , partners, parents, visionaries, movers, and shakers in the world of feminism...

Welcome to "I Am The Medicine," featuring my guest Gloria Gonzalez . Founder of Eight Elements West and former director of the Somatic Education and Wellness Center in La Jolla, California, where she spent over 35 years. Gloria is the creator of I Am The Medicine and the 5 Cycle Expansion. Together, we'll explore the convergence of Eastern traditions and Western paradigms, where biology and spirit...

Welcome to "Music Magic: A Sound Artist's Muse," featuring my guest, Lis Addison —a musician, dancer, and professor of Environmental Science. Lis has produced 16 albums, created numerous soundtracks, and toured 11 countries as a performer and workshop leader. She is also the founder of Kinetic Voice (KiVo), a practice that melds dance and sound healing, and established The Singing Tree Institute w...

Welcome to "The Art of Meaning + Knowing" with my guest, Demetra Yuvanu . Demetra is a Nia teacher, Ageless Grace educator, EFT coach, retreat coordinator, and the author of Mystery Behind the Doors . Her book is a captivating tale that entertains while inspiring readers of all ages to shift their perspectives and pursue their dreams. Join us as we explore the enchanting realm of imagination, wher...

Welcome to "The Magic of Non-Thinking," featuring celebrated Silicon Valley innovator, Stanford instructor, bestselling author, and transformational neuroscientist Ellen Leanse . Join us as we delve into groundbreaking neuroscience insights, exploring how intelligence extends beyond the brain to encompass the entire body. We'll uncover how mindful presence fosters well-being, satisfaction, and a p...

Welcome to "The Art of Friendship,"  featuring two dancing through life guests, Krista Hiser , a college professor who teaches Nia, and is also a global leader in Sustainability Curriculum and program evaluation across the higher education sector, and Laura Geduldig , a Master Certified Coach in her 24th year of private practice, and the founder of Vitality Coaching, and a 2nd Degree Black Belt Ni...

Welcome to "THE TAI CHI MAN-MUSIC-EXPERIENCE" with my guest David-Dorian Ross. A renowned martial artist known for bringing Tai Chi to the mainstream, and is the author of "The Essentials of Tai Chi and Qigong." As an 8-time US gold medalist and World silver and bronze medalist, he made history as the first non-Asian to medal at the 1991 World Wushu Championships in Beijing. In this conversation,...

Welcome to "The Hero's Journey as Daily Life Practice" Part 2 with our guest, Billy Anderson . Billy is a trained martial artist, eclectic somatic educator, owner of "Heroic Fitness Adventures," husband, father, Nia White Belt Graduate, and Nia teacher. In this conversation, we explore the hero's path and the quest for greatness that begins within. Join us as we delve into practical approaches to...

Welcome to "The Body As Teacher" Part 1, where we delve into the evolution of  Billy Anderson , a seasoned martial artist and diverse somatic educator. Billy is the owner of Heroic Fitness Adventures, a husband, father, Nia White Belt Graduate, and Nia teacher. Join us as we explore Billy's transformative journey spanning 24 years in consulting, designing, and facilitating both individualized and...

Welcome to "Cracking The Healers Code," with our esteemed guest, Milagros Phillips . A keynote speaker, TED Talk presenter, and award-winning author of five books, Milagros is also a certified coach and the recipient of the 2021 NEW THOUGHT WALDEN AWARD for Interfaith/Intercultural Understanding. Together, we delve into the complexities of racial imbalance and explore pathways to healing through b...

Welcome to "MELT: Making Everything Better," with my guest Sue Hitzmann , internationally recognized neurofascial science and research educator, manual therapist, exercise physiologist, and founding member of the Fascia Research Society, and author, founder, and creator of The MELT Method. Join us for a discussion as we unravel more of the mysteries of the human body and explore the transformative...

Welcome to Part 2 of "Life On The Inside" with Joanne Avison, where we continue to dive into the depths of somatic exploration, and the body's inherent capacity for healing, transformation, and self-discovery; uncovering the interconnected relationship between fascia and movement; exploring how fascia serves as a bridge between physical sensation, emotional awareness, spiritual growth and the body...

Welcome to "Life On The Inside" Part 1 ,  where we unravel more of the mysteries of the human body, and the intricate web of fascia; the body's hidden matrix, and discover how to unlock greater health, mobility, and vitality. My guest, Joanne Avison is a specialist in fascia, myofascial movement, and manual therapy. She is the author of "Yoga Fascia Anatomy and Movement", "Myofascial Magic in Acti...