The Naked Mama

Western medicine failed me. It has also failed so many people I know. The more that I learn about the problems with conventional medicine, the more grateful I am for my incredible functional medicine doctor, Dr. Lekkos. In this episode with the man who saved my life, we discuss how functional medicine is different; my healing journey through Epstein-Barr virus, chronic fatigue, and SIBO; and the m...

While I was on leave from work before officially quitting my job this spring, I was reading books, trying to stay connected and be inspired. I read Disrupters by Dr. Patti Fletcher, and I couldn’t put it down. Patti’s ability to explain what women must do to rise to the top is emotional, eye-opening, and humbling. She tells the stories of women we can all see ourselves in, and those we want to emu...

Back in the day, tribes and villages of women raised children together; nothing was done alone. But as time has gone on, we’ve lost this beautiful practice. We’re in a society where we’re expected to have children and families and careers, and to do so independently, perfectly, and Instagram-worthy at all times. When I found WMN Space , it felt like I was in this time warp: a place where women gat...

Jordan is the sweetest, most vulnerable, and most loving person you will ever meet, and I am lucky enough to call her my friend and honestly one of the most critical mentors I’ve ever had in my life. Today on The Platform ... Celebrating Jordan’s recent engagement! Jordan’s Lyme disease experience How to advocate for yourself to get correct medical diagnoses Exploring Ozone therapy Dealing with so...

Megan Curry - just one half of Curry Girls Kitchen - is my newest and most inspiring girlfriend. Along with her mom, she is private-chefing and teaching people about how to eat functionally in ways that best serve their bodies, through whole foods and anti-inflammatory lifestyles. Her love for food, and healing those around her, is second to none, and when you hear about Megan’s journey, you’re go...

I love perfume so much! But when I learned how toxic and detrimental most perfumes and candles are for our health... well, I threw everything away immediately! I discovered PHLUR, a fragrance company co-created by Eric and Cynthia Korman to consciously curate beautiful and effective products that won’t harm you (crazy, right?).    Today on The Platform ... Why are high-end fragrances sold at such...

Meet Carolina Parnell, a magical unicorn who seems to float through the world with a deeply calming yet energetic spirit. Carolina is the creator + designer of the jewelry line Starry Crown. During this episode, Carolina really opens up, sharing everything from her experience with alcohol and drugs to her 12-step program to the spiritual awakening that complete altered her path. I know you’re goin...