Mental Matters Hosted By Asekho Toto

Becca Williams is an Emotional Liberation practitioner, clinical nutritionist, and Kundalini yoga teacher whose work sits at the intersection of plant medicine, somatic healing, and esoteric yogic science.

Most people who want to heal spend years trying to think their way out of pain. They go to seminars, they practice gratitude, they try to think positive — and then a few hours later, they're right back where they started. Here...

Jennifer Kaiser is a pain-healing specialist, life decoder, and author who overcame 33 years of debilitating chronic pain after breaking her back at age 18.

Most people dealing with chronic pain, trauma, or mental illness keep looking outside themselves for answers — new doctors, new medications, new environments. But here's the thing: the root cause was never outside you. Jennifer discovered after decades of suffering that pain...

Are you successful on the outside but struggling on the inside? In this episode of Mental Matters, we sit down with emotional health mentor Mev Bertrand to uncover the hidden reality of high-functioning depression.

Mav breaks down why so many high achievers mask their internal pain to maintain their external success, and the exhausting toll this "facade" takes on their daily energy and relationships. We also dive deep into...

Jonathan Hunt Glassman is a healthcare entrepreneur, founder of Oar Health, and someone who spent over 15 years navigating his own battle with alcohol use disorder before discovering the tools that actually work.

Most people think beating addiction is about willpower — just stopping. But here's the thing: 30 million Americans have alcohol use disorder, yet less than 2% are ever treated with the medications proven to help. The ga...

What if your depression or memory issues are actually a warning sign from your metabolism?. We speak with functional medicine practitioner Dr. Smith about the powerful connection between your gut, your hormones, and your brain. We discuss the physical stressors that mimic emotional stress, the inverse relationship between cortisol and insulin, and why the "health food" you are eating might be causing inflammation. Plus, Dr. Smith r...

In this episode of Mental Matters, host Asekho Toto sits down with Judy to discuss a life defined by extreme resilience and the search for meaning within suffering. Judy opens up about the "decade of survival" where she cared for her daughter, Tatum, who has a genetic disorder, while simultaneously caring for her first husband, Colin, as he battled and eventually succumbed to cancer. She discusses the difference between &...

In this episode of Mental Matters, host Asekho Toto sits down with the founder of Quantum Research for a paradigm-shifting conversation about the biological roots of mental health conditions.

The discussion begins with a powerful personal story: the guest’s journey to heal his son from a severe autism diagnosis by looking past the label to find underlying biological triggers like high copper levels and nutritional deficiencies. Movi...

In this episode of Mental Matters, host Asekho Toto interviews Mark, the founder of MyBrainRestore, who shares his incredible story of defying a dual diagnosis of Stage 3 Parkinson’s syndrome and Alzheimer’s disease.

Mark opens up about the devastating moment he received his diagnosis—likely linked to water contamination at the Camp Lejeune military base—and his refusal to accept that there was "no solution". Instead of re...

In this episode of Mental Matters, host Asekho Toto welcomes grief coach and author Leah Turner for a deep dive into the complexities of loss. Leah shares her powerful journey through a "compounding" three-year season of grief, including the death of her father, losing her home to a fire, and supporting her son through addiction. Together, they explore the radical idea that grief, when fully processed, can lead to a deeper apprecia...

In this episode of Mental Matters, host Asekho Toto sits down with parenting coach and author Shridhevi Veerappan for a candid and deeply personal conversation about the complexities of raising children and the mental health challenges often hidden in motherhood.

Shridhevi opens up about her own harrowing experience with her first child—an emergency C-section followed by three weeks in the ICU—and the crushing "mom guilt"...

Can you explain the "Red Pill" movement through quantum physics? In this episode of Mental Matters, we take a fascinating turn away from the standard talking points to explore the energetics behind modern masculinity .

Our guest, Kerry Bouzaglo—a 55-year-old author with a Master’s degree in East Asian Religious Studies—breaks down her spiritual connection to figures like Myron Gaines, Justin Waller, and Andrew Tate . She c...

Shruti Sethi is a holistic health coach, cancer survivor, and founder of Awana Health.

At 34, Shruti was a fashion designer living what looked like a healthy life - vegetarian diet, regular gym sessions, an active lifestyle. Then came a cancer diagnosis that shattered everything she thought she knew about health. Here's the thing - when she traced back her steps, she discovered something most doctors never ask about: chronic...

Angelo Valenti is a psychologist, leadership coach, and author of "You're Making This Way Too Hard: Find Your Easy Way to Enjoy Life."

Most people are grinding toward a version of success that isn't even theirs. Here's the thing - they're following scripts written by society, parents, or peers, and wondering why achievement feels hollow. Angelo spent decades coaching leaders and realized the same patter...

Allan Misner is a NASM certified personal trainer, Precision Nutrition Level 2 Master Health Coach, host of the 40+ Fitness Podcast, and author of the award-winning book The Wellness Roadmap.

Most people think weight loss is about finding the right diet or workout program. Here's the thing - Allan spent eight years trapped in an endless cycle of losing weight, gaining it back, and gaining more. Over and over again. The wake-up c...

Daniel is an engineer turned anxiety researcher, founder of Full Liberation Technology, and former stand-up comedian who spent 8 years and over $1 million developing a results-based approach to eliminating anxiety permanently.

Here's the thing most people don't realize about anxiety: it doesn't start in your mind. You never say "I think anxious" - you say "I feel anxious." And you feel it in your thro...

Victoria Minch is a burnout recovery specialist, former Silicon Valley executive, and founder of Silicon Valley Executive Academy.

Burnout has become an epidemic, especially among high achievers. But here's the thing - most people think the solution is to quit their job, move to a tropical island, or make some other radical external change. The problem? You take yourself with you. Victoria spent 25 years in Silicon Valley manage...

Dr. Lara May is a functional medicine pharmacist specializing in gut health, mental health, and type 2 diabetes.

The gut-brain connection isn't pseudoscience—it's biology. 95% of your neurotransmitters are manufactured in your gut, which means your mental health is directly tied to your digestive health. If you're struggling with anxiety, depression, or brain fog, the answer might not be in your head.

Expect to learn why ...

In this enlightening episode of "Mental Matters," join us as we delve into the world of holistic healing with our guest, Nisha. We explore the intricate connections between the mind, body, and spirit, and discuss how belief systems and lifestyle choices impact our overall well-being. Discover practical tips for improving mental health, the importance of setting goals, and the power of self-love. Tune in to learn how to be...

This conversation delves into the complexities of maternal health, focusing on the importance of self-worth, the challenges of postpartum depression, and the necessity of a supportive network for new mothers. Dr. Wilson shares her personal journey and insights from her book 'Post', emphasizing the need for women to prioritize their health and well-being during and after pregnancy.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Matern...