Heart Wide Open Wellness Podcast

In this episode of the Heart Wide Open Wellness Podcast, Hannah sits down with Alice Nicolai — a registered dietitian, Bikram yoga teacher, and wellness advocate — to explore how simple shifts can transform the way we live, age, and connect with ourselves. Together they explore:  ✨ The power of going back to basics with food and nutrition  ✨ Lessons from decades of yoga practice — both as a stud...

Welcome to another episode of the Heart Wide Open Wellness Podcast with host Hannah Zackney, LMFT, international retreat leader, and curious human. In this episode, Hannah sits down with Gaby Valencia, owner of Cloud9 Float Spa in Folsom, CA. Gaby has spent 17 years in the wellness industry as a massage therapist and nail technician, and in 2023, she opened her float spa after discovering the life...

Welcome back to the Heart Wide Open Wellness Podcast! In this episode, host Hannah Zackney, LMFT sits down with Mandy Nowotenski — yoga instructor, head of nutrition coaching at Cornerstone Wellness MD, and single mother of two. From her early struggles with sensitivity and depression to finding empowerment through yoga, nutrition, and shamanic practices, Mandy shares how listening to her intuitio...

In this heartfelt episode, host Hannah welcomes her dear friend Ashley Hawkins — a vibrant soul devoted to intentional living, healing, and personal growth. From a hilarious story of how they first met to a rich conversation about love, self-investment, and embracing the messy beauty of life, this episode is packed with insight and inspiration. Ashley opens up about what it means to be human, how...

In Episode 32 of the Heart Wide Open Wellness Podcast , host Hannah Zackney sits down with special guest Rachel Hills , a dedicated mother, and advocate for self-care helping women stop hating their bodies and finally feel at home within themselves. Together, they explore the challenges of balancing personal growth, professional life, and family, while staying grounded in compassion and authentici...

We’re celebrating fresh starts and meaningful connection in our brand new podcast space! In this episode, Hannah sits down with Associate Marriage & Family Therapist and collaborator Daylin Boyd to reflect on a year and a half of co-creating wellness experiences — from yoga and live music to… a GIANT GONG?! 🧘‍♂️🎶🥁 Together they explore: •The evolution of their professional partnership •Behi...

In this heartfelt episode of the Heart Wide Open Wellness Podcast, host Hannah Zackney welcomes Michelle Kwek, the Garden Coordinator at Twin Lakes Food Bank. Together, they explore the deep connection they’ve formed through years of working in the Twin Lakes Garden—a space dedicated not just to growing food, but to nourishing community, resilience, and purpose. Michelle opens up about her journey...

Episode 28: Heart Wide Open: Connecting Through Community and Music with Randi Moody In this episode of the Heart Wide Open Wellness podcast, we’re joined by the vibrant and soulful Randi Moody—a heart-led event organizer known for cultivating spaces where connection and joy thrive. After years of hearing each other’s names in the wellness and music scene, Hannah and Randi finally sit down to shar...

In one of the most profound and heart-opening episodes of the Heart Wide Open Wellness Podcast, host Hannah Zackney sits down with Becky Bradley—a spiritual teacher, intuitive guide, and founder of the Keira Bradley Foundation—to talk about love, loss, and the magic of signs from the other side. Becky vulnerably shares the sacred story of her daughter Keira’s transition and how that devastating ex...

Welcome to the Heart Wide Open Wellness Podcast—a space where we explore therapy, somatic healing, Kundalini yoga, and holistic wellness through open-hearted conversations. In this episode, Hannah sits down with Tyler Sandos, founder of Kinetic Clinic, for a rich and reflective conversation about the depth of the therapeutic process. Hannah shares her own personal experiences working with Tyler an...

Join us in this episode of the Wide Open Wellness Podcast as we welcome Tiffany Andrews, a dedicated family law attorney and community advocate. With a passion for helping others, Tiffany has played a pivotal role in bringing wounded warriors together for meaningful events, like the unforgettable Folsom Rodeo reunion. In this conversation, we delve into Tiffany's journey, her motivations for...

In this episode of the Heart Wide Open Wellness Podcast, host Hannah Zachary welcomes Dr. Nicole Shorrock, a pediatrician and functional medicine doctor with over a decade of experience treating chronic conditions. Dr. Sharrock shares her powerful shift from conventional medicine to integrative approaches, focusing on understanding the root causes of illness and embracing the mind-body-spirit conn...

🎧 Podcast Description: Welcome to Heart Wide Open Wellness , where we dive into real conversations about healing, wholeness, and the power of living well—body, mind, and soul. In Episode 23, we’re joined by Danielle Farias , the passionate and trailblazing director at Qlarity Breast Imaging in El Dorado Hills. Danielle is at the forefront of a revolution in women’s health—offering a new path forw...

In this heartfelt episode, I’m joined by the incredible Kate Kohagen—a cherished friend, wellness practitioner, and kindred spirit. Our journey began years ago on the yoga mat, and from that very first class, her uplifting presence sparked not just inspiration but a lasting friendship. Over the years, our paths have woven together through personal growth, healing, and professional collaboration. I...

In this powerful and heartfelt episode of the Heart Wide Open Wellness Podcast, we welcome Michelle Dean—a resilient woman on the verge of graduating from the Powerhouse Ministries Women's Program. With raw honesty and deep courage, Michelle opens up about her journey through addiction, trauma, and healing, and how faith, inner work, and unwavering community support helped her reclaim her lif...

🎙️ Podcast Episode 20: Living Heart Wide Open — A 19‑Episode Recap In this special milestone episode, we look back on the first 19 conversations of the Heart Wide Open Wellness Podcast. From veterans and writers to therapists and yoga instructors, each guest has shown us what it truly means to live with a heart wide open. Join us as we revisit: Defining moments of courage, compassion, and connecti...

In this heartfelt episode of the Heart Wide Open Wellness Podcast, we welcome the incredible Van Bogardus—Marine veteran, retired law enforcement officer, educator, and lifelong servant leader. I first met Van at the premiere of The Sacred Texts of War, a powerful documentary by Christina Mendoza that explores a narrative therapeutic approach to veterans living with combat trauma and PTSD. Van’s s...

Heart Wide Open Wellness Podcast In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, we sit down with Salwa Kasabian, founder and director of Folsom’s Hope, to talk about what it really means to live a life rooted in purpose. From the moment we connected, Salwa has been a guiding light—committed to community, connection, and compassionate action. Salwa shares the beautiful story behind the work she’s done th...

Diana Vitantonio has been teaching yoga for 25 years and is the founder of Yoga Nyla. She is known for her unique combination of physical competency, storytelling, profound wisdom, and curated playlists that make for an unmatched yoga experience. Diana shares how she has had to unlearn fear and open her heart to live more authentically, especially through difficult relationships and experiences. S...

In this heartfelt episode of the Heart Wide Open Wellness Podcast, host Hannah Zackney sits down with the inspiring Stephanie Chandler, CEO and NonFiction Author, to talk all things creativity, intuition, and the beautiful messiness of living with an open heart. Stephanie shares how giving herself space to rest often leads to the most powerful ideas—reminding us all to trust that inspiration will...

This podcast episode features an interview with Kathleen Klug, a 40-year veteran in the health and wellness field. The discussion covers Kathleen's background, her approach to holistic wellness and behavior change, and the key themes of her book "Start with One." Kathleen's Background and Expertise: Kathleen has extensive experience in the health and wellness field, including a...

This podcast episode features an interview with Julia Ramirez, a dedicated "firewife" and mom who started the "Fire Moms" group to provide a community for other first responder spouses in her local area. The key points discussed include: Transition to Motherhood and Loneliness: Julia struggled with the transition to motherhood and being a first responder spouse, feeling isolate...

Shalon Smith is the owner of Belvoir Mine Alpacas, a ranch in Ophir, California where she raises alpacas and offers educational experiences, yoga, sound baths, and a boutique featuring alpaca products. Shalon's passion for alpacas began when she stumbled upon an alpaca farm while living in Bass Lake, and she ended up buying 13 alpacas before even having a place to keep them. Over the past 12-...

In this episode, we sit down with James Maskell, a pioneer in functional and integrative medicine, to discuss his mission to transform healthcare and combat the chronic disease epidemic. From his early exposure to natural medicine to building a new healthcare system that prioritizes prevention, root-cause healing, and community-driven care, James shares his incredible journey and vision for the fu...

Lydia Salmon Diego is a sound healer who uses crystal bowls tuned to specific frequencies to help cleanse and balance people's chakras and energy. She believes sound healing has ancient roots and can help release stuck emotions and trauma. Lydia prepares herself energetically before sound baths to be a clear conduit for the healing frequencies. She finds the river to be an ideal setting for s...