Adventures In Wellbeing

Damian is back in the sauna this time with Apple Fitness+ instructor, Jiujitsu Black Belt, former pro-surfer, and co-founder of Melbourne-based Warrior One Yoga, Dustin Brown. This multi-talented ninja speaks about navigating the yoga world as a man, how he reframes growing up as a Jehovah’s Witness, what even the most complete yoga practice is missing, and how to ‘send it’ in running the business you desire. Tuck into a handstand because this one is sure to flip your world.

Damian delves deep into a conversation with Ben Warren, talking all things from the connection between nutrition and mental health to cultivating our spiritual landscape, and as Ben puts it, being in bliss. Explore our podcast homepage www.aro-ha.com/podcast for full show notes and gifts. 

In Episode 1 of Season 2 of the Adventures in Wellbeing podcast, Damian speaks with the neural-hacking, belief-busting, featured educator, Dr. Amanda Foo-Ryland. If you want to change your habits or behaviours, tune in as Amanda shares insight into her most powerful neural coding tools. Explore our podcast homepage www.aro-ha.com/podcast for full show notes and gifts. 

Greetings Whanau. Along with its diverse landscape and fauna, Aotearoa, New Zealand, has within it an incredible depth of Maori practice, language, and culture.  To explore this depth, we talk with the eloquent Makuini Tai and the skillful Atarangi Muru.   Here you'll get a glimpse into the expansive worldview of Maori, which in many ways aligns with eastern philosophy and mysticism.Makuini is a preeminent scholar of  Te Reo Maori, which is the native language of Aotearoa.  She was the inspiration and guidance for the naming of Aro Hā, and she currently teaches and shares IHI-REO, which she describes as "the eloquence and nature of language acquisition".  If the harmonics and depth of meaning behind language is something you're interested in, Makuini will delight you.Atarangi is one of Aotearoa's best known and exported Tohunga (healers).  She is an expert practitioner of Romromi, Mirimiri, Rongoa and shares her Whanau centric perspective on health, learning, and values.  From broken All Blacks to visiting A-Listers, Atarangi heals the world's weary.

Tom Cronin shares his journey from a high-pressure finance life to Vedic meditation and the Stillness Project. We cover panic, medication vs. alternative tools, breathwork, mantra mechanics, retreats, and practical grounding exercises you can use tomorrow. A candid conversation about healing, creativity, and why stillness matters now.See Full Show Notes⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.aro-ha.com⁠

Ready to break the loop and actually move? Discover the three hidden saboteurs keeping you stuck — the dopamine trap, the inner critic, and the “mirage” of optimization — and walk away with simple, powerful rituals (a phone “funeral,” the sweaty-disaster exercise, and anti-wellness reverse-engineering) plus a nature-based micro-habit to reset your nervous system.See Full Show Notes⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.aro-ha.com⁠

What if technology could support — not steal — your peace? Learn five practical pillars to curate digital intake, co-create with AI (without losing your voice), anchor your nervous system with the 10–10–10 ritual, choose presence over productivity, and let nature be your primary operating system — actionable steps to use tech without losing yourself.See Full Show Notes⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.aro-ha.com⁠

Stuart Sandeman walks us through how simple breathing patterns unlock deep emotional release, rewire stress responses, and create daily resilience. From grief to science — learn why the relaxed exhale is so powerful, how breathwork interacts with CO₂/O₂ chemistry and DMT, and practical tools you can use right now to pause, respond and reconnect. Short, accessible, and transformative.See Full Show Notes⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.aro-ha.com⁠

What if the mental fog, irritability or low energy you’re feeling is your brain asking for help? Discover six evidence-based, practical paths to protect and sharpen your mind — cut inflammation, move smarter, soothe stress, improve sleep, deepen connection and personalize your plan. Walk away with simple daily practices you can try this week to boost clarity, memory and long-term cognitive resilience.See Full Show Notes⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.aro-ha.com⁠

In this episode, Damian Chaparro chats with regenerative gardener and seed‑saving legend Kay Baxter about living off your land, the science behind nutrient‑dense food, and reviving heritage seeds. Discover why the soil beneath your feet holds the secrets to your health, learn practical steps to grow and measure your own food, and explore Kay’s online workshops to kickstart your journey toward true abundance.See Full Show Notes⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.aro-ha.com⁠

Join Damian Chaparro and special guest Kyah Seary as they demystify coffee enemas, colonics, and gut detox rituals. Learn how targeted liver support can boost your glutathione levels by 600–700×, accelerate toxin release, and even enhance fertility and hormonal balance. Damian shares his first‑hand “cloud nine” experience and invites you to explore these ancient practices at Aro Ha’s August  17th retreat. Ready to unlock your healthiest self?See Full Show Notes⁠⁠⁠⁠ Here⁠⁠⁠⁠www.aro-ha.com⁠

Join Damian Chaparro and Laura Mohi as they explore the synergy between Pilates and cycle syncing. Discover how aligning your lifestyle with your natural cycles can enhance wellbeing. Laura shares her journey and insights on core strength, stability, and the transformative power of Pilates. Perfect for anyone looking to deepen their connection to their body and improve overall health.See Full Show Notes⁠⁠ www.aro-ha.com/podcast/wild-pilatesProduced by:⁠⁠www.aro-ha.com

In this episode, Damian Chaparro interviews yoga teacher Peter Sterios who introduces the concept of the subtle body and the five layers of existence, emphasising breath awareness and healing through softness. He highlights humour's role in yoga and the challenge of maintaining peace. Reflecting on his journey, Peter underscores pain as a messenger for growth and the mind-body connection, advocating for softness.See Full Show Notes⁠ HERE⁠⁠www.aro-ha.com

Join Damian Chaparro in a heartwarming conversation with Marc Ellis, former All Black and entrepreneur. Discover Marc's journey from the rugby field to business, his pursuit of love, and how he maintains balance in life. Explore insights on resilience, humility, and dreaming big, while embracing a playful spirit. Perfect for those seeking inspiration in sports, business, and personal growth.See Full Show Notes⁠⁠⁠ HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.aro-ha.com⁠

In this episode of The Sauna Sessions, Damian Chaparro sits down with sonic visionary Amani Friend — the artist behind Liquid Bloom and co-founder of Desert Dwellers. Together, they trace the arc of Amani’s musical journey, from banging on marimbas as a toddler to composing soundscapes for psychedelic therapy and breathwork. Along the way, they explore the power of sound to shift consciousness, the role of intention in cultural collaboration, and how early experiences with psychedelics shaped their paths in wellness and creativity. It’s a warm, wide-ranging conversation between two old friends — and an invitation to listen more deeply to the world within and around you.See Full Show Notes⁠⁠⁠ HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.aro-ha.com⁠

Welcome to "Adventures in Wellbeing," your guide to living a healthier, happier life. Join Damian Chaparro as we explore the transformative power of wellness through inspiring stories, expert insights, and actionable tips from our guests that are lighting the path. Whether you're a wellness enthusiast or just starting your journey, this podcast offers everything you need to elevate your wellbeing. Tune in and embark on your next adventure towards a vibrant life.

In this episode, host Damian Chaparro interviews East Forest, an artist known for his nature-infused melodies and collaborations with Ram Dass and Krishna Das. East Forest discusses his psychedelic experiences, the role of community in his journey, and his unique improvisational live performances. He reflects on the influence of indigenous ceremonies on his art and reveals his documentary, "Music for Mushrooms," on tour now. Full Show Notes www.aro-ha.com/podcast

Conversation with a financial maverick, Jeff Booth. Jeff is a co-founder of "ego death capital", he's redefining concepts in the realm of DeFi and AI and reshaping the future of money. From the disruptive force of Bitcoin to the transformative power of automation, we'll explore how these technologies are sculpting the very fabric of wealth creation. Get ready to be inspired and embark on a journey towards a future that's as exhilarating as it is uncertain. Full Show Notes www.aro-ha.com/podcast

If you’ve ever wanted to live your life differently, leap from the confines of social norms, pick up a paintbrush or dance in the rain with reckless abandon, this is your episode. Joining us in the Aro Ha sauna is the ever-inspiring American musician, performance artist, writer, and lead singer and pianist for the Dresden Dolls, Amanda Palmer. We’ll discuss the intricacies of asking, her book “The Art of Asking”, how vulnerability meets strength, and how to keep compassion in our modern world. Tune in and let Amanda’s fearless approach to life inspire you to find your authentic voice.  Full Show Notes www.aro-ha.com/podcast

How can our thoughts create our reality? Let this conversation with Best Selling author of "The Last Law of Attraction Book You'll Ever Need To Read”, Andrew Kap, shift your mindset and magnetise you to your happiness and purpose. If you’re looking for a new perspective on an age old technique to manifest your dreams, this one's for you. Full Show Note HERE www.aro-ha.com