BRAINZ PODCAST

In this episode of the Brains Magazine podcast, hosts Mark Sephton, Mason, and Nic discuss the concept of 'Aligned Union' and how it relates to relationships and business. They explore the importance of surrendering control, building a strong foundation in relationships, and the myths surrounding couples working together. The conversation delves into personal experiences, the challenges of navigating business pressures, and the significance of divine union in achieving success and wealth. The hosts share insights on the duality method, which emphasizes embracing struggle while surrendering to the process, and provide practical strategies for creating a lasting divine union.In this episode we discuss:Divine union as the foundation for wealth and business successSurrender over control in relationships and leadershipTrust, respect, and “we over me” partnership dynamicsBecoming comfortable with failure and growthInternal alignment unlocking external resultsWith podcast host Mark SephtonHope you'll enjoy the episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this engaging conversation, Paul Adamson discusses the importance of optimism, leadership, and personal growth as we enter 2026. He shares insights from his experiences as a sailor and a leader, emphasizing the need for clarity, alignment, and energy in effective leadership. The discussion also introduces the Shine method, a framework designed to help leaders navigate challenges and foster high-performing teams.In this episode we discuss:Optimism as a leadership superpowerLeadership starts with emotional stateLessons from leadership at seaThe SHINE leadership frameworkEnergy rich leadership transforms teamsWith podcast host Mark SephtonHope you'll enjoy the episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Brains Magazine podcast, host Mark Sephton welcomes Linda Schneider, a curandera, teacher, and mentor specializing in conscious human development. Linda shares her insights on the importance of reconnecting with oneself through the body and inner knowing, emphasizing that true fulfillment arises from being present and grounded in one’s own experience. She introduces her transformative program, the 'Seven Keys,' designed to help individuals who feel disconnected and fragmented to find peace and joy in their daily lives. Linda explains how the Seven Keys emerged from her extensive work with clients, identifying common patterns of disconnection and the need for practical, embodied practices that foster self-trust and inner guidance.In this podcast, we learn the following:Why Reconnecting With Your Body Is the Key to Inner PeaceThe Seven Keys to Coming Home to YourselfHow Inner Knowing Replaces Overthinking and Self DoubtFrom Disconnection to Fulfilment: Restoring Trust WithinWhy True Healing Begins When You Stop Living in Your HeadWith podcast host Mark SephtonHope you'll enjoy the episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Brains Magazine podcast, host Mark Sephton interviews Klare Lee, founder of KG Athletics. Claire shares her journey of personal growth, the influence of her grandmother, and the importance of faith and resilience in achieving goals. She discusses her approach to teaching gymnastics, emphasizing life lessons, communication skills, and the value of slowing down to appreciate the journey. Klare also reflects on the correlation between athletics and faith, the lessons learned from loss, and the significance of listening to the next generation.In this podcast, we learn the following:Why Slowing Down Is a Power Move in Leadership and LifeFaith, Discipline, and Resilience: Lessons from the Gym to LeadershipHow Strength Is Built Off the Floor, Not Just in the BodyWhat Children Teach Us About Leadership, Presence, and GrowthConfidence Isn’t Built Through Winning, It’s Built Through LossWith podcast host Mark SephtonHope you'll enjoy the episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Brainz Magazine podcast, Dr. Sharona Cohen discusses the importance of self-care, the challenges posed by modern technology, and her unique approach to therapy that emphasizes tough love and empowerment. She highlights the need for intentional pauses in our fast-paced lives and critiques the concept of safe spaces in fostering resilience. Dr. Sharona Cohen advocates for a revolution in mental health practices to better support individuals in today's demanding environment.In this podcast, we discuss:Why “Safe Spaces” Are Making Us WeakerThe Last Therapist You’ll Ever NeedAI, Mental Health, and the Crisis No One Is Talking AboutBurnout Isn’t a Personal FailureWhy Modern Therapy Needs to Evolve or Be Replaced by AIWith podcast host Mark SephtonHope you'll enjoy the episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paulina Amador is the founder of WEGeniusMinds and a visionary TEDx Genius Coach who helps conscious entrepreneurs unlock their inner genius, scale their businesses, and lead with purpose. With over 25 years of experience, she blends storytelling, entrepreneurship, and transformational coaching to activate human potential at the highest level. She is the creator of the documentary EVOLUTION: The Genius Equation and the signature program Become a TEDx Genius Speaker, guiding individuals to amplify their voice and impact on global stages.A bestselling author, futurist, and top-tier genius researcher, Paulina has transformed thousands worldwide through her coaching, media, and live experiences. She is a featured panelist at the Edge Mastermind and a mentor leader at Tony Robbins & Dean Graziosi’s Mastermind Business Academy, where she integrates quantum insights with business strategy to help leaders become future-ready.In this podcast, we discuss:Genius as a state of consciousnessAwakening genius through choice and imaginationAligning story, purpose, and genius frequencyRewiring reality through neuroplasticity and quantum principlesOvercoming fear, imposter syndrome, and permission barriersWith podcast host Mark SephtonHope you'll enjoy the episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Olga Roberts is a former professional ballet dancer and Master Pilates Teacher whose career spans Europe, Australia, and the United States. She was accepted into the Birmingham Royal Ballet at the age of 13 and later trained at the Rambert School of Ballet and Contemporary Dance under former principal dancers Margaret Porter, Anya Linden, and Diana Vere, all partners of Rudolf Nureyev. Her contemporary training included techniques developed by Martha Graham, Merce Cunningham, and Gaga, alongside choreography studies under Dr. Ross McKim, former Artistic Director of Rambert School.Olga holds a Foundation/BA (Hons) Degree from Rambert School and a specialist Teaching Diploma in Contemporary Dance from the Laban Centre in London. She began Pilates training at the age of 11 and later completed 2.5 years of Master teaching Pilates training in Body Control Pilates under Master Teacher Jenny Colbourne, a second-generation Pilates educator trained by Joseph Pilates’ protégé Jerome Andrews. She also trained with Master Pilates Teacher Dreas Reyneke, who worked with principal dancers of The Royal Ballet.She is the founder of Body Intelligence Pilates, an advanced movement and conditioning method designed for dancers, athletes, and rehabilitation clients. Olga is an active member of the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD), Pilates Alliance Australasia, and the International Association of Dance Medicine (IADM).In this episode, we discuss: Why Intelligence Beats Intensity in MovementDiscipline of Ballet, Wisdom of PilatesThe Real Core: Beyond Six Packs Alignment Isn't Aesthetic - It's Transformational Why the Right Teacher Isn't OptionalWith podcast host Mark SephtonHope you'll enjoy the episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a special edition of the Brainz Podcast with host Yolan Bedasse and Amy KellyIn this heartfelt conversation, coaches Yolan Bedasse and Amy Kelly revisit the intentions they set at the start of 2025 and share how their journeys unfolded in unexpected ways. Together, they unpack the pressure of New Year’s resolutions and why so many of us feel compelled to reinvent ourselves every January. They explore the idea of “dreaming in draft” — embracing flexibility, changing your mind, and allowing your goals to evolve with you. To learn more or connect with the hosts, visit Yolan’s Brainz Prolife and Amy’s Brainz Profile.Listen and enjoy! Do you like the content? Don't forget to subscribe to the Brainz Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tatiana Vostrikov, LVN, is a highly respected Master Nurse Injector and Certified Aesthetic Medicine Practitioner, as well as an internationally recognized trainer, global speaker, and esteemed jury member for international PMU championships. With more than two decades of experience in aesthetic medicine, Tatiana is known for her exceptional technical expertise, meticulous artistry, and deep commitment to delivering natural, confidence-enhancing results. Tatiana’s career began in Europe, where she specialized in skincare and nail design from 2003 to 2007. Her passion for advancing beauty through science led her to pursue comprehensive training in aesthetic medicine, earning over 25 certifications in Permanent Makeup and more than 20 certifications in medical aesthetics. Her proficiency in injectables, facial balancing, neuromodulators, and permanent makeup has positioned her as a trusted expert and educator in the field. In 2017, Tatiana founded Tatiana’s Health and Beauty Center, a boutique studio known for its personalized, results-driven approach to aesthetics. Her vision and dedication to excellence have since expanded into multiple premier locations:Geneva Medical Spa – Frisco, TexasEstablished in 2024, this state-of-the-art medical spa delivers advanced aesthetic procedures under Tatiana’s leadership, in collaboration with Dr. Huges and an experienced medical team.Geneva Aesthetic Academy – Frisco, TexasA cutting-edge training center dedicated to educating and empowering future aesthetic professionals through hands-on instruction and advanced techniques.Geneva Med Spa – Toronto, CanadaTatiana’s international expansion brings her high standard of care and innovative aesthetic solutions to clients across Canada.Tatiana’s unwavering dedication to ongoing education, industry leadership, and client-centered care has made her a respected authority in aesthetic medicine. Her rare ability to blend clinical precision with artistic talent allows her to create natural, harmonious enhancements tailored to each individual. Through her work as a practitioner, educator, international trainer, and speaker, Tatiana continues to elevate the global standards of aesthetic medicine and inspire professionals worldwide.In this episode, we explore:1. The Rise of Integrative Wellness in Aesthetics2. Why Natural, Undetectable Results Are the Future of Beauty3. The Aesthetics Industry Needs Higher Standards — Here’s Why4. The Hidden Skill Behind Exceptional Aesthetic Care5. How Geneva Built a Thriving Aesthetics BrandWith podcast host Mark SephtonHope you'll enjoy the episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Genvièv St. Clair is an award-winning, board-certified educator and the founder of CORE NRG RESET™—a groundbreaking, science-backed methodology known for producing rapid and lasting transformation in cases considered chronic, complex, or resistant to treatment. A summa cum laude graduate from the Dept. of Doctorates of the Sorbonne, Genvièv has decades of specialized expertise in trauma and emergency medicine, neuroscience, integrative wellness, and forensic regression in criminal investigations. She is renowned for her unique ability to identify and resolve the causes responsible for persistent physiological, mental and emotional challenges.Genvièv has been featured on Discovery Channel, and interviewed on television, radio and podcasts programs worldwide. Her work is featured in international magazines and the New York Times best-selling series Chicken Soup for the Soul.In this episode, we explore:Rewiring the root causes of trauma, stress, and chronic conditionsWhy treating symptoms alone fails to create lasting changeThe science behind CORE NRG RESET™ for rapid and sustained transformationHow early life imprints shape adult behaviour, identity, and performanceReclaiming personal power through neuroscience, life intelligence, and in-depth healingWith podcast host Mark SephtonHope you'll enjoy the episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a special edition of the Brainz Podcast with host Joana Esteves.If you are reading/listening to this episode, it may be that you suspect certain sabotaging behavior in yourself or someone you know, or maybe you are already aware of it, and you want to find out ways to stop undermining your success in life. Either way, this is for you. In this episode, Joana Esteves will dive into the theme of self-sabotage: what it is, 6 ways we may be engaging in self-sabotaging behavior, and the best ways to overcome it. Listen and enjoy!Podcast links:Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/594g1DzaU3La74ZZ7lPW9j?si=bb1c559b8f5a46abYoutube:https://www.youtube.com/@MindUntanglingEpisode mentioned links: ⁠https://www.holistictransformationcenter.com/post/hypnosis-7-myths-and-truths⁠ https://open.spotify.com/episode/66LhEa9wBdGDn0DixxK6wR?si=91c86cc13f864cd7Subscribe on the following link and add the code "SABOTAGE" for a 15% discount coupon to start your RTT program with Joana Esteves: ⁠https://www.holistictransformationcenter.com/subscribe⁠ Many links to studies and resources can be found on the blog version of this episode here: ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.holistictransformationcenter.com/post/6-ways-we-self-sabotage-and-6-steps-to-overcome-it⁠ To contact Joana Esteves on an issue you would like her help with go to ⁠⁠https://www.holistictransformationcenter.com/contact⁠⁠ or email her directly at support@holistictransformationcenter.comDo you like the content? Don't forget to subscribe to the Brainz Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Brains Magazine podcast, host Mark Sephton interviews Ellen Mannaert, a seasoned entrepreneur and CEO. Ellen shares her journey of embracing failure as a vital part of growth, discussing how her multicultural background and experiences have shaped her leadership style. She emphasizes the importance of difficult conversations, the process of unbecoming to find authenticity, and the power of imperfection in personal and professional development. Ellen encourages listeners to accept their current situations as a pathway to clarity and growth, ultimately inspiring them to create their own unique paths in life and business.In this episode, we discover the following: Fall in Love with FailingThe Power of UnbecomingEmbracing Imperfection Builds ResilienceAuthentic Leadership Starts with Self-AwarenessWith podcast host Mark SephtonHope you'll enjoy the episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this conversation, Alneja shares her deeply personal journey of facing a heart-shattering diagnosis that threatened her dreams of motherhood. She reflects on the moment she was told she might never become a mom and how that fueled her determination to prove the doctors wrong. Alneja emphasizes the importance of believing in oneself and understanding that health issues are often symptoms of deeper problems. Her story is one of resilience, healing, and the belief that everyone’s journey is unique.We discover the following: How Emotional Wounds Quietly Block FertilityAlneja’s Journey That Defied Medical PredictionsWhy Fertility Is More Emotional Than PhysicalThe Hidden Role Men Play in Fertility StrugglesThe Powerful Mindset Shift That Helps Women Conceive Against All OddsWith podcast host Mark SephtonHope you'll enjoy the episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this exclusive Brainz Magazine Podcast, Mark Sephton sits down with publishing and book marketing expert and founder of Big Impact Books, Melanie Herschorn, to explore how turning your expertise into a book can build trust, amplify visibility, and leave a lasting legacy.We discover the following:Turning Expertise into Legacy Through BooksBuilding Trust and Authority with Your WordsOvercoming Imposter Syndrome to Own Your StoryBalancing Authenticity and Strategy in Book MarketingTransforming Lives by Sharing the Stories That MatterWith podcast host Mark SephtonHope you'll enjoy the episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this powerful episode of the Brainz Magazine Podcast, Dr. Celeste Birkhofer joins Mark Sephton to share her 40 years of psychological wisdom, to explore why taking good care of your mental health should be as crucial as taking care of your physical health, how to develop inner strength and “wise self,” and the importance of compassion and authenticity for healing and personal growth in both ourselves and others.We discover the following:“Your Mental Health Matters”: Why It Deserves the Same Good Care as Physical HealthBeyond Quick Fixes - Building Inner Resources for Meaningful Personal Transformation Developing Your ‘Wise Self’: The Key to Mediating Between Emotional and Rational InputTurning Pain into Purpose — How Loss Inspired a Lifelong Mission to Help Others Heal & GrowKindness, Compassion, and Connection: The Next Leap in Mental Health AwarenessWith podcast host Mark SephtonHope you'll enjoy the episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a special edition of the Brainz Podcast with Viviana Castaneda and Jacqui Coutts.In this episode, From Overwhelm to Clarity: A Content Creation Story, Viviana Castaneda and Jacqui Coutts talk about transforming your content cycle.Listen and enjoy!Do you like the content? Don't forget to subscribe to the Brainz Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tan Chrissis is a global entrepreneur, mindset coach, speaker, and founder of Cognitive Verse, a pioneering platform that merges cognitive science with practical frameworks to help individuals and organizations achieve sustainable high performance. Through his work — including the Optimal Mind App — Tan empowers people to align ambition with purpose, build resilience, and thrive across all areas of life.In this episode, Mark Sephton talks with Tan Chrissis about how cognitive technology, early imprinting, and brain optimisation can unlock greater visibility, expression, and impact in business.We discover the following: The Origin of Visibility: How Our Earliest Imprints Shape How We Show Up in Business TodayWhy Entrepreneurs Stay Hidden — and How to Reclaim Your Right To Be SeenThe Energetic Birth of Visibility: What You Were Given Before You Could Even SpeakFrom Invisibility To Impact: Healing The Early Imprints That Silence Your VoiceWhere Visibility Truly Begins: Why Business Success Starts Before You Enter The MarketplaceWith podcast host Mark SephtonHope you'll enjoy the episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kathleen Johnson does not have a traditional Human Resources background in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). She is an artist first and is based in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. 2021 was the first time she had worked in corporate since the mid-90s, having pursued a career in film and television after staying home with her 5 children for 10 years. Today, she is the founder and CEO of Kreativ Culture Strategies and a Senior Advisor of DEI in healthcare. Thinking Outside the Boardroom: Creative Solutions in DEI and Anti-racism is her latest book, published in 2025. She is an instructor at Simon Fraser University, contributes monthly to Brainz Magazine, has a podcast called The Kreactivators, is one of Canada’s Top 100 Black Women to Watch for 2025, and has worked on major feature films and with artists like Ben Affleck. Kathleen is also a stand-up comedian and uses it as a technique in creative engagement on social justice. She has a degree from Carleton University in Sociology and Anthropology, a DEI certificate from Cornell University, and a makeup arts diploma from CMU College of Makeup Art and Design. In this episode, Mark Sephton talks with Kathleen Johnson, DEI expert, creative strategist, and author of Thinking Outside the Boardroom, about how creativity and courage can drive meaningful cultural change. Together, they explore the power of reflection, play, and purpose in building more inclusive and human-centered workplaces.In this episode, we discover the following: The Art of Building a Plane While Flying It.From Resistance to Readiness.The Inner Work of Leadership.Play, Creativity, and Connection in DEI.Turning Awareness into Action.With podcast host Mark SephtonHope you'll enjoy the episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this exclusive Brainz Magazine Podcast, Dr. Pedro Valente joins Mark Sephton to share how personal loss, medical expertise, and entrepreneurial drive fused into a global mission to make evidence-based skin wellness visible, accessible, and transformative.In this episode, we discover the following: From Medicine to Entrepreneurship.Listening Creates Innovation.Fighting Fads with Facts.Purpose Through Loss.AI, Longevity & The Future of Wellness.With podcast host Mark SephtonHope you'll enjoy the episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today on the Brainz Magazine Podcast, Mark Sephton sits down with Vanessa Rose Chykerda, a passionate hairstylist and educator who believes beauty begins from within. From styling her parents’ hair as a young girl to empowering others across the beauty industry, Vanessa shares how passion, purpose, and authenticity can transform both appearance and self-worth.In this episode, we discover the following: Turning a Childhood Hobby into a Lifelong CareerThe Power of Support and Mentorship in Building SuccessHairstyling as Emotional and Transformative WorkEducation as the Key to Growth and Industry RespectInspiring Beauty from the Inside OutWith podcast host Mark SephtonHope you'll enjoy the episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.