The Coffee Chat

#8: I’m joined by Dr. Judy Brangman - The Plant Based MD! Dr. Judy fills the gap between traditional medicine and nutrition. She is passionate about chronic disease prevention, and educates her patients and the public about nutrition and lifestyle in a way that’s practical and easy to understand.  We discuss: ✅ Plant based nutrition 101 ✅ There’s no “one diet fits all” solution  ✅ Importance of vegetables and healthy meal ideas ✅ Diabetes - prevention, causes, its impact on patients ✅ And more...!  Learn more about Dr. Judy on her https://theplantbasedmd.com/ (website), subscribe to her https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCS2WbBgQMLVR49V2v775eFw (Youtube Channel), and follow her on https://www.instagram.com/theplantbasedmd/ (Instagram) for inspiring and practical nutrition content.  For more information on The Coffee Chat, follow us on instagram https://www.instagram.com/thecoffeechatpodcast/?hl=en (@thecoffeechatpodcast) :)  

#8: I’m talking all things hormones and birth control with Amanda Montalvo of Hormone Healing RD. Amanda is a women’s health dietician who went through a really long journey of healing her hormones after being on birth control for over a decade... This led her to start Hormone Healing RD to help other women have better periods. She’s here to tell us that dealing with low energy, bad skin, anxiety and PMS is NOT the new normal for women. We discuss: Secret side effects of birth control that your OBGYN didn’t tell you  Thyroid function and how it impacts your body Magnesium and multivitamin supplements Beating PMS  ...and more! Follow Amanda:  Book a consult on her https://hormone-healing-rd.mykajabi.com/ (website) Sign up for her Feminine Periodical weekly https://hormonehealingrd.ck.page/d0317056cd (newsletter) - it has amazing tips and recommendations!  Follow her on https://www.instagram.com/hormonehealingrd/ (Instagram) For more information on The Coffee Chat, follow us on instagram https://www.instagram.com/thecoffeechatpodcast/?hl=en (@thecoffeechatpodcast).

#7: I’m interviewing two of the three Sweat from Home founders, Kyle Bergman and Bethany Welch. Sweat from Home is a new type of workout that combines the convenience of working out from home with the fun of a live, in in-person class. We discuss: Starting a company with multiple co-founders (including how the three of them joined up)  How they divide up the work and focus on their niche The benefits of having co-founders Building a mission-driven company New year's resolutions  Motivating tips for getting started  The importance of communication ...and more! Join a Sweat From Home class today with code COFFEECHAT for $10 off any package available at https://www.sweatfh.com/ (Sweatfh.com).  Follow SFH:  Book classes at  https://www.sweatfh.com/ (Sweatfh.com).  You can find them on https://www.instagram.com/sweat.fh (instagram)  https://twitter.com/sweatfromhome (Twitter) https://www.facebook.com/sweatfromhome (Facebook) For more information on The Coffee Chat, follow us on instagram https://www.instagram.com/thecoffeechatpodcast/?hl=en (@thecoffeechatpodcast).

#6: On this episode, I’m joined by Emilie Aries. Emilie is the founder & CEO of Bossed Up, an award-winning personal and professional development company she founded in 2013. She has both a podcast and a book called Bossed Up and I highly recommend both!  If you want to learn more about confidence, communicating effectively or dealing with burnout, this episode is for you!! We discuss:  Shifting gears in your career  Speaking up and having confidence while shedding expectations that society puts on you  How to deal with interruptions Double standards female leaders face The importance of picking your battles Stress recovery https://www.bossedup.org/ (Bossed Up) is a career services company that equips women and marginalized people with the tools and community to create progress on their own terms. Check out their services including HIRED, which helps job-seekers who want to land the right next job. Bossed Up’s virtual programming can help you on the right direction with finding a job, public speaking, and leveling up.  Additional resources:  Follow Bossed Up on https://www.instagram.com/bosseduporg/ (instagram) You can find Emilie on https://www.instagram.com/emiliearies/ (instagram)  Check out her https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bossed-up/id1350039358 (podcast)  Emilie’s Bossed up book is https://www.amazon.com/Bossed-Up-Womans-Getting-Together/dp/1541724208/ref=sr_1_2?crid=HEKT4WXMS33V&dchild=1&keywords=bossed+up+emilie+aries&qid=1607922233&sprefix=bossed+up%2Caps%2C895&sr=8-2 (here) For more information on The Coffee Chat, follow us on instagram https://www.instagram.com/thecoffeechatpodcast/?hl=en (@thecoffeechatpodcast). 

#5: Today I’m speaking to Julie Konrad of Cleveland Ayurveda. Julie is a certified Hatha Yoga Instructor and Ayurvedic Health Counselor. She has completed 650-hours of coursework in Ayurvedic Health and is certified as an Ayurvedic Health Counselor with the Himalayan Institute. Ayurveda is the oldest continuously practiced medical system in the world, and the original medicine based on circadian rhythms. It originated in India over 5,000 years ago! This practice comes from the understanding of nature’s rhythms and laws. In this episode we discuss the basics of Ayurveda including the three doshas (vata, pitta, kapha) and the most important principles to know about Ayurveda. We also talk a lot about balance and discuss vikrati (imbalance) and tactical steps to find alignment in your life! If you’re in the Cleveland area, you can schedule a consultation with Julie http://clevelandayurveda.com (here). You can also email her at Clevelandayurveda@gmail.com. Check out her amazing free resources with the principles we discussed today https://clevelandayurveda.com/resources/ (here). Follow her on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/clevelandayurveda/ (@clevelandayurveda).  She is also partnering with Dr. Dan Ratner to help you understand and cure pain at https://www.instagram.com/crushingdoubt/ (Crushing Doubt)! For more information on The Coffee Chat, follow us on instagram https://www.instagram.com/thecoffeechatpodcast/?hl=en (@thecoffeechatpodcast).  And to sign up for the newsletter, go to our website at https://www.thecoffeechatpodcast.com/ (thecoffeechatpodcast.com).

#4: On this episode I’m joined by Lauren Bonheim of Lauren on Location. Lauren has lived abroad for over 6 years in Chile and Spain. She is a Certified Life Coach who helps women push past fear and go abroad to design a life filled with passion and purpose. Her mission is to be true to herself and fall unconditionally in love with her life while helping others to do the same. You can definitely get a sense for that passion during our conversation today.  We chat about everything from taking the leap to live abroad, overcoming failure and self doubt, shifting your mindset, and more. Our conversation will leave you feeling really motivated to just get started and help you overcome any excuses that might be holding you back.  Follow Lauren on instagram https://www.instagram.com/laurenonlocation (@laurenonlocation) for mindset motivation and travel inspiration. You can also message her to sign up for her Dreamers to Doers coaching course. Or check out her https://laurenonlocation.com/ (website) to learn more about her expat coaching business, and to sign up for a consultation with her.  For more information on The Coffee Chat, follow us on instagram https://www.instagram.com/thecoffeechatpodcast/?hl=en (@thecoffeechatpodcast).  And to sign up for the newsletter, go to our website at https://www.thecoffeechatpodcast.com/ (thecoffeechatpodcast.com).

#3: On this episode I’m joined by Nour Zibdeh, a Registered Nutritionist & Dietitian. Nour has treated hundreds of patients fighting chronic conditions. She focuses a lot on gut issues and food sensitivities and today we talk about how you can heal your gut naturally from issues like IBS, bloating, stomach pain, constipation, fatigue, and more.  We chat about everything from what types of foods you should be eating (hint: add in color and seasonal foods!), foods to eliminate (hint: try eliminating gluten and dairy), common food sensitivities, and probiotics.  Check out Nour’s https://nourzibdeh.com/ (website) to sign up for a gut strategy consultation. You can also check out her https://nourzibdeh.com/articles/ (free resources) with articles on the most common gut issues.  Follow her on instagram https://www.instagram.com/nourzibdeh (@nourzibdeh). For more information on The Coffee Chat, follow us on instagram https://www.instagram.com/thecoffeechatpodcast/?hl=en (@thecoffeechatpodcast). And to sign up for the newsletter, go to our website at https://www.thecoffeechatpodcast.com/ (thecoffeechatpodcast.com).

#2: On this episode I’m joined by Brittany Gidley, newborn and family photography expert, and owner of the studio Brittany Gidley Photography, based in Cleveland, OH.  We chat about everything from creating an incredibly loyal customer base, working with celebrity clients, power of preparation, and delegating.  What we talk about today is a must for photographers but can be applied to ANY business or career.  Check out https://www.brittanygidleyphotography.com/ (Brittany Gidley Photography) to book a session or purchase presets and photography courses.  Follow her on instagram https://www.instagram.com/brittanygidley/ (@brittanygidley). For more information on The Coffee Chat, follow us on instagram https://www.instagram.com/thecoffeechatpodcast/?hl=en (@thecoffeechatpodcast). And to sign up for the newsletter, go to our website at https://www.thecoffeechatpodcast.com/ (thecoffeechatpodcast.com).

#1: Welcome Sadie Kurzban as the first guest on The Coffee Chat! Sadie is the founder of 305 Fitness, a dance studio with locations in NYC, Chicago, LA, and more. In our inaugural episode we discuss starting a business after college, funding, building a brand, maintaining a vision, and creating a positive inclusive community and so much more!  Check out 305 Fitness classes from the comfort of your home on https://www.youtube.com/user/305Fitness (Youtube).  Follow 305 Fitness on instagram https://www.instagram.com/305fitness/?hl=en (@305Fitness).  Follow Sadie Kurzban http://instagram.com/sadiekurzban/?hl=en (@sadiekurzban).   For more information on The Coffee Chat, follow us on instagram https://www.instagram.com/thecoffeechatpodcast/?hl=en (@thecoffeechatpodcast). And to sign up for the newsletter including show notes, go to our website at https://www.thecoffeechatpodcast.com/ (thecoffeechatpodcast.com) (still under development!) :) Thanks for joining!