podHER Interviews: Health and Self-Care

podHER Interviews: Health and Self-Care

podHER interviews is a podcast to simplify your health and wellness journey. Every week, journalist and health coach Nathalia Novaes explores with her guests what it truly means to take care of ourselves. We are a Latina-run organization founded by ballerina and activist Ingrid Silva to inspire you to tap into your power. We combined the word 'poder' with 'her' because we believe her inner power can transform her journey. Follow us: Instagram: @podHER Facebook: @podHER Producer & Host: Nathalia Novaes @novaesnat Creative: Livia Paula @cheiadesaudades

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February 26, 2024 41 mins

Makena Diehl is a full-time Equinox fitness instructor and Obe Fitness expert. In this episode, she opens up about her eating disorder recovery journey. She shares a powerful story of overcoming anorexia, achieving wellness balance, and how she's reshaping health and fitness approaches.


Need support? Visit the National Eating Disorders Association at www.nationaleatingdisorders.org.

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Thank you, Beth, for sharing your impactful story; we are so proud of you. Trigger warning: mental health and suicide. Elizabeth Christopher Epenyong-Barnes, a board member of PodHer, has been an integral part of this community for five years. Born in Rio de Janeiro, she graduated in Journalism. She spent a decade working as a styling and set design freelancer before moving to New York, where the journey we discuss in this episod...
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At just 20 years old, Carrie has an impressive resume. She's a journalist, actor, and influencer with 3.8 million followers on TikTok. But in this episode, Carrie shares the raw and real side of her life beyond glamour and social media. She'll discuss her personal battles with mental health, including her experiences with OCD and anxiety. --> The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) states that about 31.9% of Gen Z teenagers ...
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Shivani Persad is a fashion model, content marketer, and writer. She has an Honours B.A. in Political Science, a B.A. in French from McMaster University, and a certificate in Multi-platform Journalism from Seneca College.

As a full-time international model, she's graced the runways and campaigns of brands like Sephora, DVF, Target, Nordstrom, Joe Fresh, Hudson's Bay, Clairol, Laura Mercier, Harper's Bazaar India, and m...

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Cynthia James is a transformation coach and Advisory Board member of the Institute of Integrative Nutrition. She has an inspiring personal journey from a childhood of violence and abuse to becoming a powerful coach who has helped thousands of people - including imprisoned women - to change their lives. Cynthia is a remarkable speaker and author of several books, including What Will Set You Free and Revealing Your Extraordinary Esse...

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We have an extra inspiring episode for you today. Our guest is one of our favorite self-love advocates who has been on a beautiful journey of transformation.

Nathalia Narciso is originally from Brazil, and she moved to New York when she was 10 years old. She has been on a journey of self-discovery ever since, and today her authenticity inspires others to embrace their unique styles and bodies. She is the creator of Viva Meu Corpo, ...

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Today's episode is all about functional medicine and the importance of a multidimensional approach to health.

Our guest is Dr. Preya Patel, a British-trained doctor with over 14 years of clinical experience. She's passionate about promoting health optimization and wellness in an empathetic way.

In this episode, we dive into how stress can impact our well-being. Dr. Preya discusses the role of preventative healthcare and exp...

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In this episode, we dive into the power of purpose and intuition with Deganit Nuur.

Deganit is a spiritual teacher, clairvoyant intuitive, acupuncturist, writer, and speaker. She has devoted the past 16 years to guiding thousands of clients from all walks of life to find their peace and purpose through her writing, courses, programs, events, and retreats. Recently named one of the "Top 15 Intuitives Worldwide" by Goop, D...

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Today, we're excited to explore a topic that's often overlooked when it comes to health: sexual wellness. Dr. Kate Balestrieri is a certified sex therapist, sex addiction therapist, and PACT therapist. She's the founder of Modern Intimacy, a group therapy practice with locations across the United States, and the host of two podcasts, Modern Intimacy and Without Consent. Natassia Miller is the founder and CEO of Wonderlust, a sexua...
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Dr. Mariel Buqué is a world-renowned intergenerational trauma expert and author of the book "Break the Cycle: A Guide to Healing Intergenerational Trauma." She is an Afro-Dominican psychologist who received her doctorate from Columbia University. She was named one of the School of Greatness's 100 Greatest People Doing Good in 2022 and has been featured on major media outlets, including The Today Show, Good Morning Ame...

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Today's episode speaks to the heart of our mission of making wellness more inclusive and accessible to all people. Our guest is an unstoppable force in the world of nutrition and food justice. Her work is all about making healthy eating equitable for all communities.

Maya Feller is the founder and lead dietitian at Maya Feller Nutrition, committed to promoting food equity and breaking down barriers to access for underrepresente...

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Welcome to the first episode of PodHER Interviews! Our guests today are the co-founders of @DancersAndMorherhood, an organization promoting inclusivity in the dance world. In this episode, they delve into the realities of motherhood and dance.

Grace Whitworth is a dancer, rehearsal director, stager, and master teacher of FoCo Elements. Xin Ying is a choreographer, educator, and principal dancer with Martha Graham Dance Company, wh...

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