The Health Confidential with Simone Gisondi

In this episode, Simoneinterviews Ada Komani, a coach, certified NLP practitioner, healer, and energy worker. Ada shares her personal journey of healing and transformation, discussing her experiences with NLP, hypnosis, meditation, Ayurveda, and womb healing. She explains how these practices intersect and complement each other in the process of healing trauma and creating a balanced and empowered...

In this episode, Simone interviews Dr. Paul Charlton, a chiropractor with over 30 years of experience. Dr. Charlton shares his personal journey of how he became a chiropractor after experiencing back pain and finding relief through chiropractic care. He discusses the history of chiropractic health, its focus on natural healing, and its impact on health and wellness. Dr. Charlton explains how the a...

Today, Dr. David Snyder joins Simone to discuss the connection between emotions and physical health. Dr. Snyder explains that chronic diseases and debilitating conditions often stem from repressed and stagnant emotions that create energetic stagnation in the body. He shares insights from Chinese medicine and Ayurveda, highlighting the importance of understanding how emotions manifest in specific o...

In this episode, Simone Gisondi interviews Dr. Monika Gostic, a nutritionist scientist and lecturer. Dr. Gostic shares her personal journey of struggling with weight and her own health issues, which led her to develop a deep interest in nutrition and its impact on health. She discusses the importance of a balanced and authentic approach to nutrition, and how it can help break the cycle of chronic...

In this episode, Vanessa shares her personal journey of trying to conceive and her experience with the fertility treatment world. She opens up about the emotional challenges she faced, including a pregnancy loss and a diagnosis of premature ovarian insufficiency. Despite the setbacks, Vanessa took control of her fertility journey by seeking support from a naturopathic doctor and a counselor specia...

In this episode, Simone Gisondi delves into the fascinating world of bioenergetic intolerance elimination with expert guest Robert Tomilson. With over 36 years of experience in allergy research, immunology, and biophysics, Rob co-founded the Institute of Natural Health Technologies and is a registered holistic nutritionist. They discuss how stress plays a significant role in causing diseases and h...

In this episode, Dr. Val, a dynamic and inspirational naturopathic doctor, discusses the topic of fertility and how naturopathic medicine can play a crucial role in helping individuals conceive. She emphasizes the importance of a holistic approach to fertility, considering not only hormonal balance but also factors such as nutrition, stress management, and overall health. Dr. Val shares her extens...

Simone welcomes Dr. Darlene Gustin, a trusted naturopathic doctor, to discuss the topic of women's health and fertility. She emphasises the importance of addressing the root cause of fertility issues and highlights the role of naturopathic medicine in identifying non-pathological reasons for infertility.  Dr. Gustin also focuses on the need for preconception preparation, including detoxifying the...

Simone explores the art of masculinity with a panel of esteemed guests, including Dr. Nikos Apostolopoulos, Dr. Russ Irwin, and Dr. Rob Tomilson, who each bring their unique expertise to the discussion. Dr. Apostolopoulos, a physical therapist, shares insights on his modality called micro-stretching and the importance of touch in working with male patients. Dr. Irwin, a clinical psychologist, delv...

Simone welcomes Dr. Nikos Apostolopoulos, to delve into a thought-provoking discussion about masculinity and its definition in today's society. Dr. Apostolopoulos challenges the traditional notions of masculinity, highlighting the importance of tapping into one's sensitive side and embracing a mosaic of emotions. They explore the impact of societal constructs, such as the Hollywood portrayal of ma...

Simone welcomes special guest Dr. Russ Irwin, a renowned clinical psychologist and expert in human behaviour, who shares his insights on masculinity and the stages of the masculine journey. He discusses the importance of the beloved son stage in boyhood, where a young boy needs to feel his father's delight in him. He also explores the cowboy stage of adolescence, the warrior stage of young adultho...

In this episode of The Confidential Podcast, Simone Gisondi and co-host Kaifei delve into the topic of women operating in their masculine energy. They discuss their personal experiences and the challenges they face in balancing their femininity and masculinity. Simone shares how her traumatic upbringing led her to adopt a more masculine role for self-protection, while Kaifei reflects on her ambiti...

In this episode of The Confidential Podcast, Simone Giussandi and Kaifei Aldam discuss the importance of being kind to men, particularly in the context of divorce and separation. They explore the idea that women often have the upper hand in these situations and discuss the biases and challenges that men may face. They share personal experiences and insights, highlighting the need for compassion an...

Today Simone Giussandi is joined by co-host Kaifei Aldam to discuss the challenges of dating after divorce. They candidly share their own experiences and touch on the emotional and practical obstacles they faced as divorced women entering the dating scene. They also delve into the complexities of introducing new partners to their children and navigating co-parenting dynamics. With a focus on maint...

In this episode of The Confidential Podcast, Simone teams up with Russ, the go-to guy for executive coaching and marriage counselling. Together, they're tackling the big D-word: divorce. But don't worry, it's not all gloom and doom! They're diving deep into what makes relationships tick. Russ spills the beans on why emotional smarts might just be more crucial than being a smarty-pants, and how for...

Today Simone takes us on a journey through her own divorce and personal growth. Joining Simone are her two dear friends and previous podcast guests, Connie and Kaifeh. Together, they share the rollercoaster ride of Simone's relationship with her ex-husband, the hurdles they faced, and how Simone's challenging childhood shaped their marriage. Simone emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positi...

Nikos is a brilliant and uber achieved PhD, who has worked with NBA and NHL teams. He finds his life taking an unexpected turn when he makes a life-altering decision: marrying the woman he got pregnant. While their love was undeniable, their cultural differences led them on a path fraught with challenges and a heart-wrenching divorce that shattered their once-unbreakable bond. In this captivating...

Helping couples heal their marriage has always been her forte but even though she is a Licensed Professional Counsellor as well as a Marriage and Family Systems Specialist with 20 yrs of experience under her belt and all the tools for saving marriages in her toolbox, Dawn got divorced after 27 yrs of marriage and therapy 4 different times. What are the telltale signs that a marriage will make it o...

Connie, a type A personality corporate executive married her good friend even though the red flags and mismatch were very obvious. Despite their long, close friendship and similar cultural background, Connie walked away when she realized how lonely she was in her marriage. Listen to learn why she was forced to work 5 jobs to rebuild her life.     In this conversation, Connie and Simone discuss: ⁃ ...

Vipoola’s divorce just became final, after 35 years of marriage steeped in Indian cultural and parental expectations. As a conscious relationship coach, she ended her marriage gracefully and on the positive note that very few can attain.   In this conversation, Vipoola and Simone discuss: - What it's like to end a marriage after 35 years - How to divorce amicably and consciously - What role cu...

Kyife met her husband in an uber strict church that didn’t allow them to enjoy the common everyday things like TV.  Despite their similar values, 2 children together and spending a lot of time in the church community, Kyifé lost the will to live that life with her husband, so she set on the adventure of a new life as a solo mom. In this conversation, Kyifé and Simone discuss: - How to navigate dif...

At the age of 24 Paloma defied convention and got married to the man that proposed to her just 1 day after they met. The whirlwind romance led to a whirlwind marriage, one that ended after mere months. Her second marriage ended over 22 years ago, for reasons that also defy convention as they had nothing to do with lack of commitment, finances or infidelity. Paloma remained true to who she is and w...

In 2020, 2021 and 2022 Alessandro was named the Spiritual Professional of the Year. 3 years prior his world fell apart when his wife ended their marriage. Alessandro sought refuge in spirituality which is what led to him earning the Spiritual Professional of the Year award. In this conversation, Alessandro and Simone discuss divorce from a man’s perspective and address things such as: -          D...

Did you know that athletes use their mind to be able to perform incredible athletic feats that seem superhuman? Well, they are certainly not superhuman - but they do know how to influence the body to do what they want it to do. And we have the same power. In this episode I talk about  how the body actually goes through the process of healing and what you can do to affect and influence those p...

In this episode I interview world renowned functional medicine doctor Sachin Patel.  We discuss what he calls the "software update", what product he recommends and how to integrate the body with the mind for outstanding health. Simone is a Holistic Health Practitioner and researcher exploring the deeper biological, emotional, and environmental roots of disease. On this podcast, she examines h...