I Choose Health Podcast

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to: https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealth Autoimmune diseases are rising at alarming rates and many people are still confused, misdiagnosed, or silently suffering. In this powerful episode of the I Choose Health Podcast, host Stefan Lessie sits down with Amy Behimer, board-certified wellness coach, Phar...

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthCannabis today is stronger than ever—but when used intentionally, responsibly, and at the right dosage, it can be a powerful tool for wellness. In this episode of the I Choose Health Podcast, host Stefan Lessie sits down with Ray Saltus of Brooklyn Organic Buds al...

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to: https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealth What does real health actually mean—and why do so many people feel stuck even when they’re “eating healthy”?In this powerful episode of the I Choose Health Podcast, we sit down with Alex Jamal, a sports nutrition and fitness expert with over 20 years of experien...

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to: https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealth Can you be plant-based without becoming nutrient deficient? Can plant-based athletes really perform at a high level? In this episode, NBA All-Star nutritionist + body transformation coach Julia Furlipa breaks down what “doing plant-based correctly” actually look...

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to: https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealth In this powerful episode of the I Choose Health Podcast, we sit down with Max Amsden, a competitive bodybuilder living with kidney failure and dialysis, to unpack one of the most inspiring stories of grit, discipline, and purpose you’ll hear. Max opens up about:...

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to: https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealth This conversation dives deep into the intersection of activism, climate change, comedy, and social change, uncovering how humor, art, and direct action can challenge corporate greed and inspire environmental justice. The speakers unpack their experiences in comm...

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to: https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealth In this powerful conversation, renowned animal rights activist Gary Yourofsky exposes the hidden realities of animal cruelty, speciesism, and the systems that normalize violence against sentient beings. This interview goes deep into the ethical foundation of veg...

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to: https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealth “GET OVER HERE!” — The original Scorpion from the 1995 Mortal Kombat movie enters the I Choose Health Podcast! In this exclusive interview, Chris Casamassa opens the gates of the Netherrealm and shares unseen stories about Mortal Kombat, Red Dragon Karate, stunt...

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to: https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealth In this episode of I Choose Health, NPC Bodybuilder Halim Henni breaks down the exact bodybuilding phases he uses to build a stage-ready physique — from clean bulking, structured cutting, to the intense strategy behind a successful peak week. Henni also opens up...

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to: https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealth In this eye-opening conversation, host Stefan Lessie sits down with Dr. Beverly Jensen to explore a question few dare to ask: what if electromagnetic frequencies (EMFs) and RF radiation are affecting us more than we realize—especially our kids? From thinner skul...

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to: https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealth In this deeply moving episode of the I Choose Health Podcast, Sofia Swenson opens up about her powerful journey from battling an eating disorder and perfectionism to rediscovering self-love, strength, and purpose through fitness, therapy, and authenticity. Sofia...

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to: https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealth In this powerful episode of the I Choose Health Podcast, bestselling author and sports journalist Jeff Pearlman opens up about his journey from covering the NBA to writing about Tupac Shakur, exploring themes of resilience, mental health, and forgiveness. Jeff d...

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to: https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealth Welcome back to the I Choose Health Podcast and High-Chi Fitness Podcast! In this hilarious yet deeply human episode, Stefan and Andre sit down with comedian and writer Jacob Kaplan — a former Saturday Night Live (SNL) writer’s assistant — to explore the surpris...

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to: https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealth In this powerful episode of the I Choose Health Podcast, host Stefan Lessie sits down with Austra Putnina — former pro basketball player, resilience and high-performance coach — to explore the mindset, resilience, and discipline behind greatness. From Kobe Bryan...

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to: https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealth In this inspiring episode of the I Choose Health Podcast, host Stefan Lessie sits down with Dave Blake, better known as the Flip Flop Philosopher, to explore what it truly means to rebuild through resilience. Together, they dive deep into mental health, stress m...

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to: https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealth Struggling with fertility or curious about how women’s health, hormones, lifestyle, nutrition, and mental health all connect? In this eye-opening episode of the I Choose Health Podcast, host Stefan Lessie sits down with Aneta Grabiec—psychologist, women’s health...

🧠Start healing today with our ⁠#sponsor⁠ BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to: ⁠https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealth⁠ Richard Batista’s story is one of courage, resilience, and survival. As a firefighter on September 11, 2001, he faced unimaginable chaos and loss. Years later, Richard was diagnosed with thyroid cancer—a battle linked to his exposure at Ground Zero. In this...

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to: https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealth From eating 21 egg whites a day to becoming a passionate vegan health coach, Kate Galli’s journey is nothing short of transformative. In this powerful episode of I Choose Health, Kate shares how anger, grief, and loss reshaped her path—and how she now leads with...

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to: https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealth Vegan bodybuilding isn’t just possible — it’s thriving. 🌱💪In this episode of the I Choose Health Podcast, Torre Washington shares his inspiring journey as a professional vegan bodybuilder competing at the elite level. Torre opens up about the role of mental he...

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to: https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealth How dangerous is sleep deprivation—really? In this I Choose Health Podcast episode, host Stefan Lessie sits down with clinical psychologist and sleep coach Aneta Grabiec to expose the hidden costs of poor sleep: cognitive decline, mood instability, metabolic cha...

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to: ⁠⁠https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealth⁠⁠ 15 years ago, David Atkins was drowning in six figures of debt, stuck in survival mode, and battling self-doubt. Today, he’s a millionaire entrepreneur, bestselling author, and one of the most powerful motivational speakers in the country. In this conversati...

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to: https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealth What if the key to achieving anything in life isn’t working harder, but living more intentionally? In this episode of the I Choose Health Podcast, host Stefan Lessie sits down with endurance athlete, CEO, and author Joe Gagnon to explore the principles of intent...

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to: https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealth Being busy doesn’t mean neglecting your health. In this episode of I Choose Health, host Stefan Lessie sits down with health coach Brian Parana—a husband of 20 years, father of four, and world traveler—who has helped busy professionals reclaim their energy and c...

🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to: https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealth In this powerful episode of the I Choose Health Podcast, licensed clinical social worker and certified psychoanalyst Vanessa Jackson joins host Stefan Lessie to explore the deep connection between trauma, mental health, and the healing power of physical movement...

Struggling with your health journey—mentally, emotionally, or physically? 🧠 Therapy can help. Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to: https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealth 🎙️ What if some conflicts can’t be resolved… but you can still heal? In this powerful episode of the I Choose Health Podcast, educator, community leader, and conflict re...