Passion Love Pursuit Podcast

Dr. Austin Perlmutter is a board-certified internal medicine physician, a New York Times Bestselling Author, researcher, educator and investor in the health and wellness space. He’s a popular speaker on the topic of using nature exposure and food to improve brain function and practices what he preaches by prioritizing “Vitamin N” and preparing healthy meals whenever possible. He received his medical degree from the University of Miami and completed his internal medicine residency at Oregon Health and Science University. His focus is on helping identify and resolve the biological basis for “stuckness” in the body and brain using lifestyle interventions, and he lectures internationally on this subject. He hosts the Get The STUCK OUT podcast and is a co-producer of the Alzheimer’s, the Science of Prevention Docu-series. His work on immune related depression can be found in the peer-reviewed medical literature. His writing is featured online on MedPage Today, Doximity, KevinMD, Medium, Psychology Today and MindBo

Gabby Reece discusses her journey in sports, modeling, entrepreneurship, and motherhood. She shares the challenges she faced and the lessons she learned along the way. Gabby emphasizes the importance of building confidence and resilience, as well as prioritizing health and fitness. She provides strategies for maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including time management and setting boundaries. Gabby also discusses the significance of nurturing relationships and finding balance in marriage, business, and parenthood. She encourages parents to expose their children to sports and play, while avoiding obsession and perfectionism. Finally, Gabby highlights the importance of maintaining a healthy identity separate from external achievements.  Welcome on Volleyball legend Gabrielle Reece. She is the co-founder of Laird Superfood, Laird Apparel and XPT with her husband, Former professional Big Wave Surfer extraordinaire Laird Hamliton. In addition to being a beach volleyball legend, Gabby Reece is an inspirational hea

Dr. Jeffrey Bland - World-Renowned Nutritional Medicine Expert, “Father of Functional Medicine”, and Founder of Big Bold Health. Dr. Bland, discusses the origins and principles of functional medicine. He explains the difference between traditional medicine and functional medicine, highlighting the limitations of the traditional medical model in addressing chronic illnesses. He also discusses the upstream approach in functional medicine, focusing on root causes and interconnectedness. He challenges the term 'autoimmune' and suggests that autoimmune diseases may be better understood as the body becoming less itself over time due to various environmental factors.  In this conversation, Dr. Jeffrey Bland and Erica Lippy discuss the importance of treating the root cause of health issues rather than just the symptoms. They highlight the connection between the gut and the immune system, emphasizing the role of the gut in overall health and longevity. Dr. Bland introduces the concept of immuno-rejuvenation and explai

I am so thrilled to bring on my expert guest today to specifically help the women out there, and especially those in perimenopause and menopause. No other than, JJ Virgin. This episode is packed with tangible tools to implement immediately in your life, science backed advice, and the knowledge to empower you to get in the best health and shape of your life, starting from where you are at…even if you are over 40.  Welcome on JJ Virgin, a triple-board certified nutrition expert and Fitness Hall of Famer, JJ is a passionate advocate of the healing power of nutrition, and is mission driven to change the way the world sees aging and longevity. JJ is the author of four NY Times bestsellers: The Virgin Diet, The Virgin Diet Cookbook, JJ Virgin’s Sugar Impact Diet, and JJ Virgin’s Sugar Impact Diet Cookbook. Her most recent book, Warrior Mom: 7 Secrets to Bold, Brave Resilience, shares the inspirational lessons JJ learned as she fought for her son’s life. Evidence of JJ’s far-reaching impact can be seen in the millio

I am certain many men will take away great value from what is shared today, and as well for the women out there this is a great opportunity to understand the man in your life better. I believe healing happens faster when there is support around us and we are seen, heard, and understood. So please consider sharing this episode with those you love, as I know the message can lead another on a new path of greater fulfillment and joy.  Welcome my guest, Jake Kauffman. He is an International Transformation Coach & Spiritual Mentor to purpose driven, visionary men & entrepreneurs who are seeking to grow in their life and leadership. He has supported hundreds of men to thrive and reach the next-level in all areas of life, business & relationship. His mission is to help men radically heal & transform so that they can achieve their full potential & fulfill their purpose. In this conversation, Jake Kaufman shares his journey of healing and transformation, and how he became a coach for men. He discuss

Today's episode is especially for the women out there. This conversation with my guest will address something women, especially moms experience. We talk about postpartum depression and the powerful ways to move through and rise above it. The rise in autoimmune diseases in women and what is at the root of the problem. How we can create the habits, disciplines, and aligned decisions to have your body, health, and sanity back. Welcome our guest, Claude Racine, a retired dancer from Montreal, battled postpartum depression and Hashimoto’s Disease after becoming a mom in 2020. Struggling during the pandemic's shutdown, she found solace in beauty sales, eventually transitioning to her business into online life and wellness coaching, after she herself healed her body and lost over 20lbs despite doctors telling her it was impossible. Now, Claude empowers women through her Glow Up With Claude program, emphasizing discipline, grit, and mental toughness for holistic wellness. In this episode we talk about: Why you nutri

As we continue our health series on the show, I couldn’t be more excited to drop today's episode about a topic that we all experience day in and day out. That is stress. Although there are the everyday stressors we experience and then there is the chronic stress that is affecting our health, our performance , our focus, our mental health, our relationships, and more. Today I bring on the leading expert on stress, anxiety, and mental health illnesses. My guest has made it his mission to help restore our own ability to heal and help strengthen our resilience to adapt to stress. Dr. Dave Rabin MD, PhD. He is a board-certified psychiatrist, neuroscientist, entrepreneur, and inventor who has studied resilience and the impact of chronic stress on our lives for over 15 years. Dr. Rabin and his team collaborate with clients at the Apollo Clinic, empowering clients to take control of their mental and physical health by tapping into our abilities to adapt and heal ourselves. In addition to focusing on integration thera

Back on the show Dr. William Li, world-renowned physician, scientist, and New York Times bestselling author of Eat To Beat Your Disease: The New Science of How Your Body Can Heal Itself and his newest book in which we discussed in our previous episode of the show, Eat To Beat Your Diet; Burn Fat, Heal Your Metabolism, and Live Longer.  We will dive deeper into how we can use food as medicine, prevent disease, and starve off cancer. He reveals the science behind our natural defense systems, how we can use food to reduce inflammation, and activate our health defenses.  Dr. Li  is best known for his role as President and Medical Director of the Angiogenesis Foundation. His work has led to more than 40 FDA-approved therapeutics and devices for cancer, cardiovascular disease, wound healing, and vision loss. Dr. Li examines “food as medicine” through molecular nutrition, which applies biology and biotechnology to understand not only the components of food, but how the body responds to what it is fed. This pioneerin

Together my guests have a combined 60-plus year real-world experience in the fitness and nutrition industry. Also they are the founders of the wildly popular supplement company, BIOptimizers that I personally use, among other Top Biohackers, Doctors And Top Authorities In Health such as: Ben Greenfield, Jesse Golden, Dr. Caroline Leaf, Roger Snipes and more. They have stayed committed to their obsession to build the best-in-class formulas and solutions in supplements that exceeds most on the market today. BIOptimizers has served over 450,000 clients in 90 countries to optimize their health and digestion since 2004. Today you will learn what makes their supplements different and their knowledge behind everything that they do. This episode is packed with insight, science, and tools…so that you can too master your health, nutrition and easily create a perfect lifestyle plan for you based on your goals and genetics. Matt Gallant and Wade Lightheart, owners of the supplement brand BIOptimizers, discuss their new

What you will learn today is different from what you have been told about your metabolism and why some might seem slower and others fast. If your goal is to lose excess belly fat, rev up your metabolism, optimize your health, or simply have more energy… this episode will give you tools you need to achieve that goal.  Welcome my guest, Dr. William Li. He is a world-renowned physician, scientist, and New York Times bestselling author, best known for his role as President and Medical Director of the Angiogenesis Foundation. His work has led to more than 40 FDA-approved therapeutics and devices for cancer, cardiovascular disease, wound healing, and vision loss. Dr. Li examines “food as medicine” through molecular nutrition, which applies biology and biotechnology to understand not only the components of food, but how the body responds to what it is fed. This pioneering approach leads to a deeper understanding of the cellular mechanisms responsible for the health benefits of food, and generates the scientific, cli

In this conversation, we welcome Ben Newman, a top mindset and performance coach. We discuss the importance of setting clear goals, developing discipline and standards, reverse engineering goals, and the power of identity and the burn. We also explore the winner's mindset, the problems people face in achieving their goals, and four powerful non-negotiables for success. The conversation concludes with a life lesson from Ben's mother: It's not how long you live, but how you choose to live your life. Ben Newman, is an Entrepreneur, Investor, 2x Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author,  Philanthropist, AND THE NATION’S TOP CONTINUAL PEAK PERFORMANCE COACH. You may have seen him running up the sidelines as a Mental Performance Coach for your favorite sports team or recognize him for his bestselling books, The STANDARD and UNCOMMON Leadership. Ben is a Performance and Mental Conditioning Coach for some of today’s greatest professional athletes and highest performing teams in the NFL, NBA, PGA, MLB, UFC and NCAA. Ben

I don’t know any women that wouldn’t want to become fully expressed and embody their sexual, sexual, and exotic nature. I believe many women crave to feel connected to their bodies and release any shame around their sexual energy and desires. Today my guest will not only give you the permission to reclaim your sexual energy (as she calls it; your mojo), but as well provide you with the tools to claim your sovereignty.  My guest is, Deborah Kagan. She is  an author and mentor with years of practice being a turned-on woman. She is the creator of the Rock Your Mojo™ programs, author of Undressed: An Invitation to Claim Your Erotic Nature, Find Your ME Spot: 52 Ways to Reclaim Your Confidence, Feel Good in Your Own Skin and Live a Turned On Life and hosts The Real Undressed podcast. Deborah is a leader championing women’s empowerment and personal development while pushing the boundaries and creating safe spaces for women all over the world to explore their sexuality and re-claim their “Mojo.” In her new book Undr

Ashley Stahl shares her journey from counter-terrorism to career coaching and emphasizes the importance of finding clarity and joy in one's career. She encourages individuals to do what they are naturally gifted at and to align their work with their core values. Ashley also discusses the power of making U-turns in life and the impact of personal branding. She concludes by urging people to embrace change and choose experiences that nourish and fulfill them. Ashley Stahl is a counterterrorism professional turned career and public speaking coach, podcast host, and international bestselling author passionate about helping others make what she likes to call a “YOU Turn,” where they discover their truest selves, attune to their intuition and unlock greater clarity and fulfillment. With more than 8 million views, her TED talk is ranked amongst the top 100 TED talks on the Internet, and her self-development show, “The You Turn Podcast,” is ranked amongst the top 100 mental health shows in the United States. Her priva

I know there are times we all feel like we aren’t welcome, that we don't fit in, or maybe simply feel like we're an imposter and that we don't belong in a space. Today's episode is to help you claim space, raise your voice, and let yourself be heard. My guest will provide the tools, insight,and give you the permission to claim your space.  My guest, Eliza VanCort is an acclaimed speaker, #1 bestselling author, empowering mentor, rule breaker, rule maker, and unapologetic space claimer. She provides the necessary tools women need to rewrite the rules and take control of their stories. With a background in political science and the performing arts, Eliza is an in-demand consultant who gives keynotes and workshops on communication, career and workplace issues, and women's empowerment. She is the #1 bestselling author of A Woman's Guide to Claiming Space: Stand Tall. Raise Your Voice. Be Heard (named Maria Shriver’s book of the week), she has devoted her life to empowering women to live and claim the space they d

 In the conversation I had with my guest, I felt it was necessary to start with this New Year. As the foundation we must all work on and nurture is the one with ourselves. Reconnecting to our authenticity, owning our worthiness, and knowing that we belong. How can we step more into who we are, remove any masks we wear, and cultivate true self acceptance? Welcome my guest, Ritu Bhasin. She is a Belonging and Leadership expert, and bestselling author of We've Got This: Unlocking the Beauty of Belonging. Ritu is the CEO and founder of Bhasin consulting inc, a global diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) consulting firm founded in 2010 that has worked with hundreds of world-renowned organizations. She has been a professional speaker for almost 15 years and has presented to 100,000s+ people globally across thousands of sessions. She’s known for delivering highly inspiring, engaging, practical, and data-driven keynotes across a range of DEI areas, including: inclusive leadership, allyship, authenticity and belongin

As we begin to close off this year, I imagine many of you, if you are like me you begin to think how quickly this year has gone by and thinking of all the things you set out to accomplish and what did or did not come into fruition. I believe there is great value gained in reflection. Although sometimes during this busy season of the holidays we find it harder to truly take the time to do this. I also believe that we must be intentional with our time and energy to achieve any results in life, so I like to make sure I intentionally take time for myself, pause, reflect, and prepare myself to enter the New Year powerfully. I have found my own process that I like to do that really helps me gain clarity, bring peace, and intentionally enter the new year. For the last few years now I have been using a 4-step process to help me close off the year powerfully and then enter the new year intentionally. This process I call My Intentional Year. Through this process of reflection you get to revisit this last year and get a

Jaiya is a certified, award-winning somatic sexologist, author and founder of The Erotic Blueprint Breakthrough™. You may recognize her from the Netflix series Sex, Love & goop where she joins Gwyneth Paltrow and a team of experts to help couples enhance their relationships through more pleasurable sex and deeper intimacy.   Her new book, Your Blueprint for Pleasure will show readers what it means to have a sexual awakening by taking them on a journey of deep self- (and sexual) realization. By helping readers determine their Erotic Blueprint™ type (think love language for the bedroom) – Sensual, Energetic, Sexual, Kinky or Shapeshifter – Jaiya guides them to uncover their superpowers for a more fulfilling life in and out of the bedroom.  For over three decades, Jaiya has been immersed in the study of turn-on, working with all kinds of bodies. Through observation and clinical research, she discovered the Erotic Blueprint™, a map of arousal that reveals one’s specific erotic language. Today, Jaiya helps men

What my guest shares today will be exactly what a lot of my female listeners need to hear, but men I promise we aren’t leaving you out. Have you been wondering why in your dating or relationships it can come in hot, but then fizzle out quickly, or maybe you keep meeting someone that isn’t a good match. From my guest today, you will learn how to date with confidence and attract and keep lasting love.  Welcome my guest, Sami Wunder is a leading international relationship and dating expert who specializes in working with ambitious, high-achieving women, helping them attract lasting romantic love. As the CEO of a thriving multiple 7-figure business, Sami currently serves a highly engaged, global clientele across 86 countries. Her clients range from celebrities to CEOs, bankers, lawyers, doctors, renowned authors, leading entrepreneurs, and more. To date, Sami’s company has served thousands of clients and recorded over 900 client engagements and hundreds of committed relationships since 2016. She’s a leading autho

I think we all have experienced that time in life when it seems like the whole world is crashing down on us. You know that saying, when it rains, it pours. It's those moments in time when everything seems to be going wrong. My guest today shares exactly that and why all of it needed to happen for her to truly wake up to the reality that the direction she was going wasn’t sustainable anymore. How many of you can relate to that? In this episode you will learn that there is beauty in your journey…even during the hardest of times, because through it all it will serve you lessons you needed to learn and you will discover there was purpose in your pain. Today is your permission to reclaim your joy and remember who you are. Welcome my guest, Alexis Jones. Alexis  is an internationally recognized speaker, media personality, activist, and author of the New York Times Bestselling book, I AM THAT GIRL, which she named after the non-profit organization she founded. I AM THAT GIRL grew to more than one million members wit

Welcome on the show a conversation with Alli Webb. In this episode not only do we talk about the lessons she learned in building success, but as well the messiness that happened in between.   Alli Webb is the Founder of Drybar, N.Y. Times Bestselling Author, Canopy President, Co-Founder Squeeze, Brightside and Becket + Quill. In 2010, Drybar exploded into a nationally recognized and highly sought-after brand growing to over 150 locations and a highly successful product line, which sold for $255 million in 2020. Staying true to her signature approach to beauty and self-care, Squeeze, follows suit in the affordable luxury space as an innovative massage concept. Webb also proudly serves as a Board member, investor, and advisor.  Most recently, Webb joined the Canopy team as President. Canopy's super chic, reimagined humidifiers are making big waves in the beauty industry and innovative beauty device category.  Webb currently serves as an Advisor and Investor in The Feel-Good Company’s newest brand, Brightside -