RAW

In this episode of RAW, host Alison Hite (Thacker) – founder of TheCheekyClean and Conscious Cart – sits down with Gia Rossi , founder of Energi Studios , a new Pilates, yoga, and strength training studio opening in Ohio City, Cleveland. Gia shares her journey from New York to Cleveland, how movement became a healing outlet after losing both of her parents, and why she believes fitness should feel...

Natalie Herbick — host of New Day Cleveland, Fox 8 news anchor, and early detection cancer advocate — joins host Ali for one of the most powerful conversations this show has had. Natalie opens up about losing her mother to ovarian cancer, navigating her own breast cancer diagnosis after testing negative for genetic markers, and the advocacy work born from both experiences. Together, Ali and Natali...

What happens to your body when it's been surviving for years? Jess Patz — speaker, nervous system educator, TEDx presenter, and lupus patient — joins Alison Hite (Thacker), host and founder of TheCheekyClean, for a raw, honest conversation about domestic violence, chronic stress, autoimmune disease, and what healing actually requires. Jess shares her journey from leaving an abusive marriage to...

What would it look like if being healthy were the norm instead of the outlier? In this LIVE recorded episode of RAW, Alison Hite (Thacker) founder of TheCheekyClean, sits down with Dr. Jeremy Watson — chiropractic physician, functional medicine doctor, and community health advocate — to explore why your symptoms are signals, how root-cause medicine changes the conversation around chronic disease,...

In this solo episode, Alison Hite (Thacker) steps into a new era — publicly sharing her relationship with functional medicine doctor Dr. Jeremy Watson and officially launching the TheCheekyClean Lifestyle Detox Course. Ali reflects on why fear is often the signal that something meaningful is ahead, and how discomfort has been the catalyst for every real evolution in her life. She dives into the ph...

What if the most powerful thing you could do for your health was simply knowing where your food comes from? This week, Ali sits down with Kawai Bitto, Director of Market Operations at North Union Farmers Market, for a rich conversation on local food systems, food access, seasonal eating, and the real-life impact of supporting small farms and local makers. They dig into why local often beats organi...

In this powerful episode of RAW, host Alison Hite (Thacker) – founder of TheCheekyClean and Conscious Cart – sits down with Tony Kost — Cleveland hospitality leader, event coordinator at Cordelia, and nearly 10 years sober — for one of the most honest conversations about addiction and recovery the show has hosted. Tony shares his full story: alcoholism in the restaurant industry, rock bottom, deto...

In this episode of RAW, host Alison Hite (Thacker) – founder of TheCheekyClean and Conscious Cart –  sits down with Becca Gordon — mom, entrepreneur, and founder of Bloom Social Haus and Stella and Shay Beauty Bar in Cleveland — to share the unfiltered story of her journey to motherhood through infertility, private adoption, foster care, failed placements, and finally, the day she became a mom to...

In this episode of RAW, host Alison Hite (Thacker) from TheCheekyClean sits down with Rawia Abdel Samad — founder of Beituti, a modern Lebanese pantry brand bringing bold, clean-label Middle Eastern flavors into everyday cooking. Rawia shares her journey from growing up in Lebanon, where food was seasonal and deeply tied to family, to leaving a corporate consulting career and building a food compa...

In this episode of Raw, host Alison Hite (Thacker) – founder of TheCheekyClean and Conscious Cart – sits down with Emily Sadri, CNM, APRN , founder of Aurelia Health , to unpack why so many women feel dismissed, confused, and underserved when it comes to health. From early perimenopause symptoms like anxiety, brain fog, and sleep disruption, to the failures of conventional women's healthcare,...

In this solo episode of RAW, host Alison Hite (Thacker), founder of TheCheekyClean and Conscious Cart LLC, shares a deeply personal life update — and the internal shifts that are redefining her path in business and in life. She opens up about what it truly means to go all in on your purpose: the fear, the identity unraveling, the uncertainty that doesn't resolve cleanly. From releasing control...

In this episode of RAW, host Alison Hite (Thacker), founder of TheCheekyClean and Conscious Cart, sits down with human engineering specialist Adrienne Smith — gym and recovery center owner, and expert in aging, performance, and quality of life — to challenge everything the fitness industry gets wrong about health. Adrienne shares her personal story of healing her own gut and transforming her healt...

In this episode of RAW, host Alison Hite (founder of TheCheekyClean and Conscious Cart) sits down with registered dietitian and functional nutrition specialist Gretchen Spetz to break down the smart, sustainable approach to GLP-1 weight loss. They cover why GLP-1 medications like semaglutide are not a magic fix, and what your body actually needs to lose weight without sacrificing muscle, metabolis...

Drew Kanaba spent years as a prisoner to his own body - battling a childhood autoimmune diagnosis that conventional medicine could only partially address. In this episode of RAW, he joins host Alison Thacker (Hite) - founder of TheCheekyClean - to share how a relentless search for root cause answers led him to rebuild his health through integrative wellness, faith, and a deep understanding of the...

In this episode of Raw, host Alison Hite (Thacker) – founder of TheCheekyClean and Conscious Cart – and Jen Rudolph, friend and business owner of Proper Roots Studio,  explore the impact of diet, sourcing, and lifestyle on health and longevity. They discuss the value of conscious food choices, the realities of industrial farming, and practical tips for sourcing quality, sustainable food to live be...

In this episode of Raw, host Alison Hite (Thacker) – founder of TheCheekyClean and Conscious Cart – chats with Ceci Roman, owner of Bronze and Beauty, about her journey to creating a clean beauty brand, the importance of conscious living, and the power of faith and community in personal transformation. Ceci opens up about finding courage to take a leap into building a purpose driven business later...

In this episode of Raw, host Alison Hite (Thacker) – founder of TheCheekyClean and Conscious Cart – interviews Laura Ashley, CEO of  LaJAshley, a natural hair and skin care brand that specializes in high-quality, vegan, and organic products. They discuss Laura's journey from a chemist to an entrepreneur, the importance of using natural ingredients, and the challenges faced in the beauty indust...

In this episode of Raw, host Alison Hite (Thacker) – founder of TheCheekyClean and Conscious Cart –  interviews Jonida Preka Morelli of Tricks in the Kitchen, a passionate cook and entrepreneur who shares her journey from growing up in communist Albania to becoming a successful cooking content creator in the U.S. They discuss the importance of authenticity in social media, the challenges of parent...

In this episode of Raw, host Alison Hite (Thacker) – founder of TheCheekyClean and Conscious Cart – welcomes guest Dr. Mary Teague D.C., a chiropractic physician specializing in prenatal, postpartum, and pediatric care. They discuss the importance of movement in healing, the impact of pain and medication, and the holistic approach to health that Dr. Mary advocates. The conversation covers her jour...

In this episode of Raw, host Alison Hite (Thacker) – founder of TheCheekyClean and Conscious Cart – introduces a new monthly segment called The Toxic Tea, focusing on raising awareness about ingredients in everyday products. She emphasizes the importance of conscious consuming and making informed choices to improve health and well-being. The conversation covers the bad, the good, and the ugly of t...

In this episode of Raw, host Alison Hite (Thacker) – founder of TheCheekyClean and Conscious Cart LLC – and her friend Jenn – owner of Proper Roots Studio – reflect on their recent personal trip to Tulum, emphasizing the importance of taking breaks and resetting one's life. They discuss how this trip was different from their usual work-related travels, allowing them to focus on self-care and g...

In this episode of Raw, host Alison Hite (Thacker) – founder of TheCheekyClean and Conscious Cart LLC – engages in a heartfelt conversation with Christie Murdoch, owner of Banyan Tree, about their journeys of conscious living, sobriety, and personal growth. They explore the challenges and triumphs of entrepreneurship, the importance of community support, and the transformative power of spiritual a...

In this episode, Alison Hite (Thacker) – founder of TheCheekyClean and ConsciousCart – interviews Lisa, a professional astrologer and yoga teacher, exploring the intersection of astrology and wellness. They discuss the importance of accurate birth charts, the role of astrology in understanding personal health, and the holistic approach to healing that combines astrology, yoga, and nutrition. Lisa...

RAW the Podcast by TheCheekyClean - a juicy resource to live more consciously- is back with season 2!  In this episode, Alison Hite (Thacker) introduces TheCheekyClean Collagen and reflects on her personal journey of growth and healing over the last year. She discusses the importance of building authentic connections and the role of community in collective healing. The conversation touches on ment...

In this episode of Raw the Podcast, host Alison Hite (Thacker) - founder of The Cheeky Clean,  speaks with Mackenzie and Nolan from Hol Health Club about their journey in creating a whole food protein bar brand. They discuss the importance of clean ingredients, the challenges of transitioning from corporate jobs to entrepreneurship, and their vision for building a community around health and welln...