The Happiest CEO Podcast

Dr. Marc Cohen is one of the world's leading academics in the study of holistic and integrative medicine including sauna bathing, and in this podcast, guides me through a list of sauna protocols that can be used to achieve the most common sauna bathing health benefits. The sauna protocols he describes are designed from the findings and research from peer-reviewed studies conducted by Dr. Marc Cohe...

In this episode of The Sauna Show, we have Dr. Joy Hussain making her second appearance on the podcast to talk about her latest research paper: The study of whole-body thermal therapy in health and wellness. An extremely exciting time for sauna bathers around the world, particularly for women, as Dr. Hussain explains how she trailed 10 women to take part in this experiment to determine the effects...

What is red light therapy and how does it work? Most people think of light as something that only allows for visibility of their direct environment. (Sun)light, for instance, allows you to see what’s going on around you. And at nighttime, the absence of light makes your environment invisible. Without going into too much detail, the energy-producing processes in your cells are also affected by ligh...

We talk to Dr. Marc Cohen, a medical doctor with over 30 years of experience and a university professor, who has written over 100 peer-reviewed scientific papers, multiple books, and technical texts, on wellness and natural medicine. This episode teaches his techniques on how to enhance the sauna experience, how to prolong the time within a sauna or ice bath to be "comfortably uncomfortable", and...

In this episode, we sit down with culinary chef and creator of New Zealand-based organic movement little Bird Organics, Megan May. With her own personal experiences suffering from food allergies as a child and adult, Megan has a first-hand experience of the debilitation food allergies can have on a person and also the success of healing herself through raw and organic plant-based foods. Food aller...

Herbal medicine has increasingly become more accepted in the west in recent years. Numerous studies have continued to show the therapeutic benefits that herbs have on the human body. In 2002 the Food and Agriculture Organisation estimated over 50,000 different types of medicinal herbs were used around the world. With so many medicinal herbs out there, knowing what herbs work for you and why can be...

Hormone imbalance can be attributed to multiple chronic health problems, and the effects of hormonal imbalance on the human body can be devastating. What's worse is, not only are hormones heavily misunderstood and overlooked but that the symptoms of hormone imbalance can be so gradual that the majority of the population living with hormonal imbalance go about their daily lives unaware of this issu...

In this episode of The Sauna Show, we sit down with Robert Bruce, the Co-founder of Enneagram Academy. Robert guides us through the 9 personality types of the Enneagram, an ancient and powerful personality-typing philosophy that has been enrooted in human history and tradition for millennia. Robert discusses the details of each 9 different personality patterns - believed to be the basis for our ch...

In this episode of The Sauna Show, we talk to Mason Taylor on the foundational principles behind tonic herbs, the medicinal qualities they provide, and how cultures have integrated them into their lifestyle for hundreds of years. Mason breaks down the 3 Treasures of Daoism, being the Jing, Shen, and Chi, what they mean translated into western society or modern health terms, and the benefits from i...

Jules Bright’s highly successful nursing career skidded to a halt in 1997 while living in India, when she was involved in a serious motorcycle accident. Rescued by locals, she was nursed back to health using natural remedies passed down through generations of local tribespeople. Astounded at her rapid recovery, the experience transformed her thinking and rocketed her onto a new path of discovery:...

In this episode of The Sauna Show, we explore what's required to run an impactful & successful business, all whilst maintaining your health, wellness, and sense of wellbeing. Peak performance - often referred to as having an 'athlete mindset' - is the maintenance of optimal wellbeing through disciplined routines. These routines might be an amalgamation of; meditation, diet/nutrition, exercise, the...

In this episode of The Sauna Show, we explore the science and health benefits surround Earthing, also commonly known as Grounding. Earthing is a therapeutic practice that connects the electrons from the Earths surface into the human body, commonly through the feet, but also through numerous devices such as grounding rods. Research has shown solid evidence supporting Earthing as an effective treatm...

Glenda Anderson is a human design analyst, teacher and quantum energy healing practitioner in Byron Bay and Sydney. With over 30 years of experience working with individuals and groups, Glenda brings a grounded, practical approach to the reading of human design charts, making deeply esoteric and metaphysical concepts accessible and useful. This episode has strong themes of identity, bringing forwa...

Juliet Allen is a Sexologist, Coach, Tantra Practitioner. Known for authentically sharing her own personal experiences as a sexually empowered woman, Juliet is committed to freeing people from mundane and disempowered sexual relationships and opens up the conversation of how to have great sex every day. We dive into the topic of intimacy and sex in long-term relationships and how to maintain alive...

An exploration of the most sophisticated system of herbology, Sage explains the 3 treasures of Taoism and the accumulative benefits that happen when consuming tonic herbs as they are intended.  Taking a deeper look into the 3 treasures of Taoism (Jing, Qi, Shen), Sage explains the core concepts in an easy to understand manner, providing the listener with a foundation to the importance of herbalism...

What is Ayurveda and where does it originate from? Introducing an Ayurveda health expert, Jo Formosa, who explains that Ayurveda originated from India around 3,000 years ago. Jo talks about the use of Ayurveda practices in the western world, her own personal experience & exposure to Ayurveda, and the idea of linking the mind types of Chinese medicine and the body types of Ayurveda together to crea...

Kundalini Yoga, a sacred practice that dates back 5000 years, bringing about change in the body, mind and spirit. In this episode, we spoke with HarJiwan a Kundalini Mentor who explains the origins of Kundalini Yoga, its teachings and her own practice (from studying under Kundalini Master Yogi Bhajan) and courses. HarJiwan opened Australia's very first Kundalini Yoga studio which was in South Melb...

Are you someone who boosts your nutritional intake by using supplements, but only 'guess' what vitamins you need? Introducing John Bumpus, a mineral hair analysis practitioner and nutritionist who - through cutting edge research and science - takes the guess-game out of vitamin & mineral deficiencies.  This episode is John's second appearance on the show and follows in the footsteps of his previou...

Loni Jane is a successful plant-based blogger, mother, photographer, and influencer, who after losing her health in her early 20's, discovered the necessities of a mineral-rich & plant-based diet, in order to regain her health and live a healthy life. Now she inspires thousands to do the same with her plant-based blog and documented lifestyle across her social media.

It's safe to say that finding a community and a source of identity is important for everyone, but at what point do we allow that community or identity define who we are as a human being? This episode is about navigating the confusing world of health trends, diets and fads. A notoriously confusing and captivating industry that, time and time again, we see labelling people associated with these tren...

In this episode, Tahnee explores her history from starting her business at a young age and how this experience caused her to suffer from severe burn-out. Cascading into multiple health problems, she experimented with ancient teachings in a journey to re-claim her health. Finding strength in the Taoist inspired "6 Pillars of Health", Tahnee started practicing the teachings, as she explains in this...

In this episode, we talk to Chiropractor and Kinesiologist, Dr. Alice Mary, about her practice and holistic health approach to treating anxiety, depression, and fatigue. Dr. Alice Mary brings an interesting perspective on the energy of our cells and their intelligence. A great conversation that combines the science of quantum physics and biology with a holistic approach of spirituality and meaning...

Saunas and the Healing Powers of Sweating with Dr. Joy Hussain. In this episode of The Sauna Show, we talk to Dr. Joy Hussain, who is a General Practitioner currently working on her PhD on Saunas and the impact that Sauna Sweating has on our health.   This episode explores some of the hypothesis out there to do with the health benefits of saunas, including infrared saunas, and what is factual and...

In this episode, we talk to Johannes Egberts, a certified WHM (Whim Hoff Method) instructor, and bio-hacker. Johannes shares his journey on how he now practices cold exposure and breathwork, as well as other bio-hacking techniques. Popularised by Whim Hoff, the use of breathwork and cold exposure has become an avid bio-hacking tool, with its effects on the body prooving to be extremely effective f...

In this episode we talk to relationship therapist, Sean Tonnet, who for many years has worked with individuals, couples, families, therapists, and organisations to build healthier, authentic, co-designed relationships, while simultaneously promoting personal awareness. Sean explains the nuances of emotional communications and how certain relationship issues are communicated without the true unders...