The Refined Hippie

Ep 102: A new season of the podcast has begun and we're kicking it off with a current events episode.  A lot of interesting things have happened since we last chatted so let's get into it!   Topics Include: Dairy fire that killed 18,000 cows My theories on what happened The dairy industry  Audrey Plaza's "Wood Milk" campaign The milk industry is dying  My favorite way to make plant milk US approve...

Ep 101: On this episode we chat with raw vegan Nate Maris about his transition from hunter, eating the SAD (Standard American Diet) to raw foodie.  Nate had quite a few aha moments throughout the years but chose to suppress them like many of us do living in modern society. The last straw came after a chance encounter on the ski slopes and the rest is history. Nate now creates incredible content to...

Ep 100: I can't believe it - 100 episodes recorded! Thank you so much for your support and love through the years! This has been an amazing experience and I couldn't do it without you. On this episode I chat about my experience podcasting, what I've learned, how and why I got started, and how to start your own podcast. I also go over my top downloaded episodes of all time as well as my favorites. ...

Ep 99: Trying to be the healthiest version of oneself doesn't stop at the food we consume. It also matters what we consume through our eyes, ears, minds, and most certainly, our skin!  Shifting away from toxic beauty and into the organic realm is critical when taking a holistic approach to one's life.  On this solo episode we explore the toxic skincare industry and how (and why) to make better cho...

Ep 98: On this episode we have my good friend Carly Foley back on the show to chat all about hormones, liver health, and Ayurveda.  Topics Include: hormonal balance Ayurveda and the doshas bringing in more yin coming from a place of depletion nourishing the body glutathione fats liver detox nutrients needed for liver detox birth control 5 R’s of gut health how to increase your digestive fire gut f...

Ep 97: In this episode I chat with Hyperion Herbs founder Brandon Gilbert all about his discovery of Eastern philosophy and how it transformed his life path.  Like many of us, Brandon has experienced his own share of health issues which led him to deep dive into alternative health. After obtaining profound results, Brandon felt motivated to share his experiences and views with others. Just one yea...

Ep 96: Today's topic is one that's a concern for many of us, creating a waste-free future. It's no secret that humans are having a negative impact on the Earth. The good news is that we can turn things around and there are innovators out creating solutions to make that easier for us.  Brad Pedersen is the co-founder and chairman of Pela (peel-ah), a direct to consumer e-commerce company, committed...

Ep 95: Happy 2023! It's a brand new year and the time to make resolutions! But is this really the best time to do so? On this episode we chat about the Spring Equinox, which is considered "Nature's New Year". We discuss the astrological new year and whether or not it's a better time to set goals. I also discuss my goals and intentions for 2023 and how I am going to accomplish them.  Topics Include...

Ep 94: Kathy Davis is an author of three cookbooks, CEO of VegInspired, and a plant-based accountability and empowerment coach. On this episode we chat about finding your intention and inspiration within the whole food plant based vegan lifestyle.  We discuss Kathy’s transition to WFPB, her initial reluctance, and how she stays true to herself while living on the road in an RV. Topics Include: cha...

Ep 93: It's estimated that 13% of the US population have diabetes. That percentage is projected to increase to 33% by 2050 if current trends stay the same. Most of those diagnosed with this disease have type 2 diabetes, between 90-95% of cases. But it doesn't have to be this way! Type 2 diabetes is a lifestyle disease which can be treated and reversed following a plant-based diet. Jacinda Shapiro...

Ep 92: Around the world more and more are identifying as vegan or plant-based. But what does it mean to be vegan versus plant-based? There can be some confusion over these two terms. However, they are and can be used interchangeably. On this episode we're going to break down these different diets and lifestyles.  Topics Include: differences between veganism and plant-based history of vegetarianism...

Ep 91: On this episode we chat with Kelly Ryerson, aka Glyphosate Girl , an activist, environmental health writer, public health advocate, and speaker, about the impact toxins are having on our planet. After dealing with her own health issues (that doctors couldn't explain), Kelly discovered on her own that going gluten-free and eating organic greatly improved her symptoms. This revelation led her...

Ep 90: This is an exciting episode as we cover a topic never before discussed on The Refined Hippie Podcast - EMF and 5G! Our guest is R Blank, an internationally followed expert on issues of EMF, health and safety. R is the CEO of Shield Your Body , which creates products that make it easy and affordable for people to reduce their exposure to wireless radiation from devices like cell phones and l...

Ep 89: On this episode of the podcast we chat with Allison Jade about her story of healing and transformation. Allison has dealt with mental and focus issues since she was a child. Like many kids of the Western world she was prescribed intense pharmaceuticals to "deal" with these problems. This led to low self esteem and self worth, allowing bad people and situations into her life. It wasn't until...

Ep 88: On this episode of the podcast we chat with Alexa Ferguson, an acupuncturist and herbalist, about her story of healing and discovering Traditional Chinese Medicine. Like many of us, she was failed by allopathic medicine and explored different modalities for relieving her ailments. Her journey led her to TCM but also to the power of listening to her body and the impact that relationships and...

Ep 87: Today's guest Jeannette Donofrio, AKA Ms. FitVegan, has been a raw vegan for over 10 years and is passionate about inspiring others to live a happier and healthier life.  Jeannette grew up like many of us, eating the Standard America Diet (SAD) and in turn developing the standard American issues - acne, weight problems, anxiety, and depression. Because of this she sought out health and heal...

Ep 86: A new season of the podcast is back and we're starting off with a life update episode!  The past few months have been a whirlwind after having a complete renovation done to our kitchen and den. Today I chat about how we survived living in our home while part of it was torn about. I discuss the issues we faced and how I cooked without an actual kitchen!  Topics Include: cooking without a kit...

Ep 85: Whether for health reasons, the environment, or animal welfare, more and more people are going vegan every day. In less than 10 years there has been a 500% increase in the amount of U.S. consumers that identify as vegan (1% in 2014 to 6% in 2022).  For some of us it might not be as big of a shock to turn vegan, but what about for a man who was once a hunter? On this episode we chat with Chr...

Ep 84: On this episode we chat with functional medicine expert Dr. Tenesha Wards on getting to the root cause of disease. Dr. Tenesha's passion for wellness was sparked after dealing with her own share of health issues, from being to misdiagnosed as a teenager, to dealing with Hashimoto's and Epstein Barr Virus as a 30 something mother. She is now the founder of Infinity Wellness Center in Austin...

Ep 83: Spring is on the horizon, making it the perfect time to set new intentions! On this quick and light hearted episode Rebecca shares a life update, including her current goals, fears, and plans.  Topics Include: springtime intentions social media break addicted to our phones my current anxieties gardening soil test hit composting future travel plans exercise goals www.therefinedhippie.com The...

Ep 82: Most people believe that it's normal to not feel well as we get older. At 48, Tim James feels better than ever, with more energy than he had at 18, but what's his secret?  On this episode we chat with Tim about the journey that led him to a shocking discovery which helped his friend beat cancer and transform every area of his life. Feeling charged with a duty to help others he started shari...

Ep 81: On this episode we chat about some recent events revolving around food labeling and animal rights. First, we go over the new rebranding and labeling of GMO products, which are now dubbed "bioengineered". This marketing tactic comes after years of consumer concerns regarding the safety of genetically modified food and organisms. But what does that actually mean for us and the food industry? ...

Ep 80: Having different tools in our toolbox to stay happy and healthy has never been more imperative. Although the use of salt for health reasons has been used in Europe for hundreds of years, it's just now getting the attention it deserves in the United States. On this episode I sat down with salt cave owner, Liana Belanich Johns to talk all things wellness. Prana Salt Cave, located in Wilmingto...

The podcast is back after holiday and winter break!  On this episode I chat about where I've been, our recent family loss, medical malpractice, as well as some good health news for my husband.  Topics include: family loss medical malpractice ITP (immune thrombocytopenia) Ayurveda Ayurvedic treatment and herbs and more Ayurvedic Clinic we're working with is Planet Ayurveda. IG: @therefinedhippie ww...

The holidays are here, which can be a stressful time for many reasons. Getting together with loved ones can be prove to be difficult, whether that be because of conflicting views or food being served. But we're going to chat all about it and how to deal with the holidays this season. Topics: dealing with loved ones who disagree with your lifestyle and choices spreading love and light plant-based v...