Well Done with Kat Vong

EP 31. You may have already tried your fair share of stress management techniques, but sometimes unprocessed emotions can still stay stored in the body. That’s where Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) can help. In this episode of Well Done, I’m joined by Lauren Fonvielle, an integrative energy practitioner and expert in EFT, reiki, and sound healing. We explore how tapping on specific points, calle...

EP 30. Are we heading into a future where primary care is replaced by AI? In this week's episode, I sit down with Hunter Ziesing, the co-founder of Longevity Health to unpack the future of AI-powered and personalized healthcare, and why your annual physical is not giving you the full picture. From a career on Wall Street to building a fundraising empire, Hunter shares how personal loss and fr...

EP 29. Are you thinking of ditching your nightly glass of wine and looking for new ways to unwind? In this episode, I am joined by Emily Bennett, founder of the functional beverage brand Santé Blends, and we discuss how it's possible to still achieve calm and foster meaningful connection without the nasty hangover. We discuss Emily’s science-backed supplement and alcohol alternative, the risi...

EP 28. Ever wonder how those with glowing skin achieve and maintain their glowing skin? Why some rashes tend to come back time and time again?  In this solo episode, I discuss skin barrier health and why taking care of our skin is more than just about surface-level appearances. In honor of National Eczema Awareness Month, I discuss what happens to the skin barrier in skin conditions like eczema, p...

EP 27. There are some things diet and lifestyle alone can’t fix, and in this episode of Well Done, I chat with naturopath and trauma healing practitioner Camilla Clare to discuss the link between physical symptoms and emotional pain. Camilla shares her incredible journey of experiencing severe anxiety and debilitating arthritis in her teens, and what eventually led to her healing. We discuss what...

EP 26. What's a surprising cause of leaky gut? Find out in this episode of Well Done, where I chat with Lisa Smith, functional dietician and host of the Pretty Well Podcast, to dive into what may be creating holes in our gut lining—yes, literal holes!  Lisa shares her personal health journey dealing with Hashimoto’s, and how we need to pay attention to symptoms that just won’t resolve. We als...

EP 25. Struggling to break old patterns or rewire your brain for real, lasting change? In this solo episode of Well Done , I share a science-backed, 3-part method to help you shift your identity, reprogram limiting beliefs, and create lasting behavior change and achieve transformation. For me, true healing from my severe eczema required dismantling some deep-seated beliefs about myself and my skin...

EP 24. When you feel stuck, it’s not because you’re not “doing it right.” Personal growth is difficult because your brain is literally working against you to keep you stuck in old patterns and reinforce your limiting beliefs. Your brain has a whole “identity protection system” that resists change, no matter how hard you decide you want to change, heal or create a mindset shift. In this solo episod...

EP 23. For years, I tried everything to heal my chronic and severe eczema. But it wasn’t until I stopped to question why I was having the symptoms in the first place, that I finally discovered the power of root cause healing.  So many of us mask our symptoms with medication, products and surface-level treatments, but what if your symptoms are trying to tell you something deeper? In this solo episo...

EP 22. What happens when two of the most advanced AI systems are asked to reflect on what it means to be human and our growing collective digital dependency? In this groundbreaking episode of Well Done , I forgo the human guest and “sit” down with ChatGPT and Claude for a deeply reflective conversation on humanity, wellness and the increasingly blurred line between human connection and machine int...

EP 21. Are we optimizing our health or outsourcing our own intuition? In this solo episode of Well Done, I dive deep into the $2 trillion wellness industry's most fascinating paradox: our simultaneous embrace and rejection of technology in our quest for better health. From AI-powered personal trainers and smart dumbbells that correct your form in real-time to VR meditation experiences that tr...

Ep 20. Is sex a source of stress in your life? In this powerful episode of Well Done , I sit down with Nadège, sex scholar, author, and founder of Pleasure Science, to unpack the deep connection between pleasure, voice, and overall wellbeing. Nadège shares her personal transformation from hating sex to becoming one of the most sought-after experts in sexual empowerment. We explore why many of us c...

EP 19. We all crave connection but sometimes we don’t know how to get it. In this episode of Well Done, I chat with Jena Catalano, the founder of the LA-based luxury wellness community AIRE Wellness, to explore how connection can help alleviate stress, burnout and isolation in a post-pandemic world. We talk about how Jena’s own experience from corporate burnout and gut health struggles led her to...

EP 18. Is your daily posture silently fueling chronic pain and stress? In this episode of Well Done , I am joined by Ramin Waraghai—mind-body coach, posture expert, author of Effortless Back Pain Solutions , and founder of Rectify, a revolutionary smart posture wearable—to unpack the hidden drivers behind back pain and physical misalignment.  We’ll dive into Ramin’s personal journey from being a s...

EP 17. What are the game-changing wellness trends for 2025 and beyond? In this solo episode of Well Done, I discuss some of my favorite wellness trends right now, from brain-rewiring apps you can use while brushing your teeth, to Sardine Girl Summer, and what’s actually worth your time and money. These trends aren't flashy gadgets or snake-oil remedies, but more subtle wellness trends that ha...

EP 16. When mysterious allergic reactions, unexplained weight gain, and chronic fatigue hit former graphic designer and blogger Adriana Green Thompson, doctors dismissed her symptoms as "just getting older." But Adriana refused to accept that answer. In this powerful episode, we dive deep into Adriana’s Hashimoto's diagnosis and what ultimately inspired her to create Esteli, a clean...

EP 15. Ellen Postolowski was a professional chef who "walked the talk" — eating perfectly, exercising daily, even helping NBA stars with their nutrition! Then she got a diagnosis that shattered everything she thought she knew about health: at 50, she had the bone density of an 80-year-old. Now health coach and author, Ellen joins me to discuss how the gut is the epicenter of wellness, an...

EP 14. Are you drowning in beauty products but your skin still looks dull, irritated, or aged? In this episode of Well Done, I sit down with Jessica Rose, licensed cosmetologist, wellness educator, and author of "Healthier Beauty," to completely flip the script on everything you think you know about skincare and beauty. Jessica reveals why the "more is better" approach to beaut...

EP 13. Joy Kirst, founder of Modern Age Skin, joins me in this eye-opening episode of Well Done, to discuss how sudden skin breakouts, mood swings and sleepless nights could be a sign of perimenopause, and how she turned her own experience into a beauty brand supporting the changing needs of maturing skin. We talk about the beauty industry's "anti-aging" narrative, how Joy took matt...

EP 12. What if the products you use to feel beautiful are actually making you sick? In Part 2 of my solo Toxin Detox series, I reveal the hidden dangers lurking in our everyday beauty and personal care products and provide practical tips on how to reduce our toxin exposure. We get into the harmful ingredients to watch out for, the marketing buzzwords we can ignore, and how to read labels. Plus, I...

EP 11. When I got my toxin test results back, I discovered I had extreme levels of uranium in my system, and that was JUST the beginning. In Part 1 of my solo toxin detox series, I'm sharing the complete breakdown of what was found in my body and the initial protocol that changed everything. After years of dealing with severe eczema, I finally got answers to why my skin was flaring up on a re...

EP 10. Former ad exec turned clean beauty pioneer Lynn Power joins Well Done to share her unfiltered journey from leading the launches of the world's most iconic beauty brands, to building the mission-driven haircare brand, MASAMI. We dive into how cancer changed her relationship with wellness and business, what it means to be truly “clean” in an industry riddled with greenwashing, and how he...

EP 09. Diets don't work, and neither do extreme wellness goals. In this episode, I chat with certified health coach Lindsey Kaszuba about why chasing weight loss often leads to burnout, how diet culture and over-the-top wellness goals disconnect us from our bodies, and the mindset shifts that helped Lindsey—and now her clients—let go of guilt for good. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by suppl...

EP 08. If you get your nails done regularly (guilty), this episode will make you think before booking your next appointment. I chat with Dasha Minina, a licensed nail tech, beauty brand founder, and now tech entrepreneur, to explore the often-overlooked world of nail health and beauty service certification. Dasha is on mission to clean up the beauty services industry—literally! We talk about the r...

EP 07. This is probably the most personal thing I've ever shared. With Mother's Day just behind us, I've been reflecting on the nine months since my mom passed—and the complicated, emotional, and even spiritual journey I’ve been on since. In this solo episode, I open up about the decline of my mom's health, the moment I realized I had to begin letting her go, and the unexpected...