Health by Haven Podcast

Shannon Livezey is the owner and founder of Avodah Massage Therapy located in Columbia, South Carolina. Her desire to make a meaningful impact on the wellbeing of families and her passion for holistic health was ignited during her early career, where she observed the transformative power of touch in her personal life. This led her to explore massage therapy as a means of providing comfort and heal...

In this week’s episode, Haven looks back on her 20’s and shares what she’s leaving behind in pursuit of a thriving next decade. She talks about life pivots and her Saturn return, as well as career changes and pursuing entrepreneurship. Let’s Connect! Support the show: pledge less than the cost of a cup of coffee each month !  Follow Health by Haven on Instagram: @healthbyhaven   HxH Coaching Subsc...

Rebekah Knause, L.Ac., LMT, RYT is the owner of Balanced You Clinic in Knoxville, Tennessee. She is a licensed Acupuncturist with the state of TN and holds diplomate status with the NCCAOM. Rebekah graduated from the Jung Tao School of Chinese Medicine and has been a practicing massage therapist for the past 18 years. Rebekah has helped countless patients, including Haven, find relief from pain, s...

Justice Kelley is a NASM Certified Personal Trainer, Women's Fitness Specialist,  Pre-Post Natal, and PN1 Nutrition Coach. Her love of fitness began in childhood and led her to play collegiate volleyball.  After working in the sport and retail industries, Justice realized her calling wasn’t in corporate America, but in movement. She threw caution to the wind, moved across the country, and bec...

Dr. Franya Peterson is a Chiropractor based in Knoxville, Tennessee and has helped Haven, among many other patients, find relief from pain. She and her brother followed in their father’s footsteps and both became chiropractors in their family business, McLaughlin Chiropractic (soon to be McLaughlin Center for Wellness).  Dr. Peterson began working at her family practice at 15 years old and never l...

Jordan Laurelle Timchal is a classical pianist turned digital life & style content creator turned mindset & manifestation coach . After growing up in a religious cult and living in a controlling marriage, Jordan turned to manifestation to take control of her own life and finally live freely in her purpose. Jordan now has a podcast and coaching practice to help others create their dream lif...

Jasmine Parks is a Brooklyn based runner and a college friend of Haven’s! In the episode, Jasmine shares all about her experience running in New York Road Runners races, including the 2025 RBC Brooklyn Half Marathon and the TCS New York City Marathon. She also shares all about finding a run club in NYC and why she loves being a part of the Ridgewood Runners!  If you’re considering starting your ru...

If you’re in need of a motivational pep talk, a little fire under your behind, a cheerleader to help you reach your goals, then this is the episode for you! Haven gives listeners a blend of motivation, tough love, and encouragement for you to stop getting in your own way and finally start living the life of your dreams!  Thank you to HxH Podcast Sponsor, A Ranger Paints . Podcast listeners can get...

Haven recaps her 2025 RBC Brooklyn Half Marathon experience with special guest co-host, Billy Quinlan! The two share a play-by-play of their weekend trip to NYC, including lots of great NYC food recommendations. As to be expected, there’s a lot of running chit chat that gets derailed with random banter.  Thank you to HxH Podcast Sponsor, A Ranger Paints . Podcast listeners can get 10% off their pu...

Demi Fair is a gut-brain health practitioner who helps people break free from the IBS-stress cycle—without relying on restrictive diets, complicated protocols, or endless supplements. Through her signature method, she focuses on the often-overlooked key to lasting gut healing: nervous system regulation. By combining somatic therapy, trauma healing, and nutritional support, Demi helps her clients f...

Megan Cottage is back on the show to recap her 2025 London Marathon experience! In the episode, she tells listeners all about training for the race, what it was like to run her first international marathon, traveling across the pond, and her pursuit of her six stars.  If you’re interested in earning your Abbott World Marathon Majors Six Stars or are simply looking for an inspiring race recap, this...

Victor Zeitoune is a New York City based distance runner. He has run countless marathons, including Disney, Boston and NYC. He also completed the Speed Project, an unsanctioned race from LA to Vegas, not once, but twice. In 2024, he and his teammates relay ran the distance in memory of their late friend, Sam Norton. In 2025, Victor decided to tackle the 300+ miles solo.  In the episode, Victor sha...

Ben Culbreth is an entrepreneur and the founder and owner of Culbreth Copywriting, where he helps clients craft and tell stories. He’s also a husband, avid outdoorsmen, runner, reader, and soon-to-be father! In the episode, Ben and Haven talk all things running, including how Ben got his start in running, the therapy of a solo run, and the community of a group run. He tells listeners about the inj...

Taylor Dadds is a runner, a recipe developer and the creator of the online community, One Balanced Life, where she shares simple recipes you can get on the table ASAP! After years of restrictive eating and an unhealthy relationship with food, Taylor worked to find balance where she can enjoy all foods without labels, restrictions, or diets. She now shares those recipes online to help others find f...

If you want to get into a healthy routine, but you’re overwhelmed with where to start, this episode is for you! Haven discusses meal planning and meal prep tips, planning your week of workouts, finding time for fun, and more! Plus, she gives so many examples of super healthy, simple meals to prep to set yourself up for success each week!  Thank you to HxH Podcast Sponsor, A Ranger Paints . Podcast...

Laura Banks is a nutrition health coach, helping women build healthy habits they can actually stick to. She gives women the education and mindset shifts they need, so that they can get in control of their food cravings, heal their relationship with food, and feel confident in their body. After going through her own health transformation, she now uses her knowledge to give others what she wishes sh...

As two sisters growing up with a professional tennis player for a mom and a workout enthusiast for a dad, Amanda and Ashley cultivated a passion for fitness from a very young age. It wasn’t until their collegiate-organized sports ended and they started working at the same corporate company in 2019 that they started working out together almost every day. As coworkers began asking for workouts and m...

Dr. Paige Butts is a wife and mom of three girls. She graduated from the University of South Carolina with a BS in Exercise Science and a Doctorate in Physical Therapy.   Paige has been practicing Pelvic Floor PT for almost 10 years. During that time, she completed her Fellowship in Orthopedic Manual Therapy (FAAOMPT), became a Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC), and became an Integrative Health...

The antidote to episode 37 “Toughen Up, Buttercup!”, on today’s episode Haven reminds listeners to slow down and get some much needed rest & relaxation to avoid illness and injury. Listen for tips on supporting your immune system, ideas on how to find joy in your life & stick around until the end for a love letter from Haven to listeners! Thank you to HxH Podcast Sponsor, A Ranger Paints ....

Dr. Lawren Honken is a wife, mom of 3, and a board certified Obstetrician-Gynecologist currently practicing in the Southeastern US. She is also a Certified Menopause Practitioner and is completing a fellowship in Integrative Health.  She serves her patients as a trusted resource, providing medical education online while advocating for patient autonomy and informed consent. Her goal is to simplify...

Ore Oluwole is the epitome of a health and fitness enthusiast. He is so dedicated to his morning workout routine and has become a consistent and impressive runner over the last five years. Ore is a member of the Black Men Run Columbia and the Columbia Running Club and completed his first four half marathons last year. In the episode, Haven and Ore talk all things running, including how to find com...

Haley Cottrell is a licensed professional counselor (LPC/MHSP) and completed her Master of Arts degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Liberty University. She has been in private practice for five years. Haley’s clinical focus includes anxiety & depression, divorce, parenting and relationship issues, as well as grief and shame. Haley can also address trauma and is trained in EMDR. Her...

Sara Reul is a former Division I collegiate athlete who loves being active. She started swimming at the age of 3 and later went on to receive a collegiate scholarship. After spending so much time in the water, Sara transitioned into all forms of exercise but mostly running. Due to her love of travel and running, she set out on a goal to complete a half marathon in every state.  Haven and Sara dive...

Emily Lethgo is the Founder and CEO of Match Point Socials, a boutique marketing agency specializing in creative and strategic solutions for businesses in the tourism industry and beyond. With an MBA and a passion for helping brands grow revenue and build lasting connections, Emily has transformed her expertise in social media and content strategy into a thriving agency known for delivering result...

Emilie Blanchard is the founder and owner of Tasty As Fit in Columbia, SC. She has a love of fresh, real food and is on a mission to show the world just how delicious plant-based food can be. Emilie opened Tasty As Fit, a grab-n-go, plant based and gluten-free retail storefront, in September of 2018. Tasty As Fit offers seasonal menus that are made in-house and rotate weekly!  In the episode, Emil...