Podcasts

In this episode of Grounded Wellness, Bethany McDaniel sits down with Dr. Joy Kong (UCLA-trained, triple board-certified stem cell specialist) to demystify regenerative medicine and reframe what stem cells actually are.

Bethany sits down with Candi Frazier to peel back the layers on the hidden metabolic crisis facing modern women. Together, they unpack why so many feel trapped in a relentless cycle of hypoglycemia, intense cravings, stubborn weight gain, and total burnout—often while being told by their doctors that they are "perfectly healthy.

Bethany squats (while interviewing) Vinny Crispino, an elite athlete who rebuilt his life after a broken back left him in chronic pain. Moving beyond traditional rehab he shares how he spent a decade uncovering why the body stays stuck in pain even after physical healing. Their conversation dives into the "Pain Academy" approach to deconstructing discomfort and reclaiming movement.

Despite doing all the "right" things, many women remain stuck in a cycle of fatigue and inflammation caused by chronic stress. In this episode, Dr. Austin Lake explains how to move beyond quick fixes by aligning your daily habits with natural circadian rhythms.

As we embark on a new year, we wanted to celebrate some of your favorite moments from this past year - the moments that you all kept coming back to, the ones that sparked the most comments, conversation, and community.

Bethany sits down with Amos Miller, an Amish farmer and steward of one of the most well-known raw dairy farms in the country. His story is about more than raw milk; it’s about food freedom, community, and the responsibility of feeding the body what it was designed to thrive on.

Bethany welcomes WeNatal co-founders Ronit and Vitea to unpack the environmental, biological, and emotional forces shaping fertility today and how couples can reclaim their power long before the positive pregnancy test. 

Bethany sits down with Angela O’Brien, founder of the globally celebrated sustainable fashion brand Cleobella. This conversation invites listeners to see fashion not as disposable, but as a living story of human hands, creativity, and connection. You’ll walk away inspired to rethink your closet — and to celebrate the beauty of buying less, but better.

Bethany sits down with August Brice, founder of Tech Wellness and a leading voice in the movement to help families live healthier digital lives. After developing electromagnetic sensitivity more than 25 years ago, August turned her personal struggle into a mission: to educate, empower, and help others thrive in a high-tech world without fear.

Bethany chats with Dr. Daniel Pompa, a leader in cellular healing and detoxification, about how restoring cellular health unlocks true vitality, why feast–famine cycling resets metabolism, and how hidden toxins drain your energy, hormones, and mitochondria.

Our holistic esthetician, Courtney, sits with fellow holistic esthetician and founder of Honest Rituals, Elizabeth Carter, to discuss motherhood + miscarriage, Botox alternatives like buccal facial massage, tallow skincare, and everything they had to unlearn from esthetics school.

Bethany and Dr. Simmons pull back the curtain on the mammogram myth vs reality, unpacking the real truth about mammograms — and pointing to safer, smarter alternatives. This episode doesn’t shy away from the hard truths, but it also delivers hope, clarity, and a path forward for women who want to take ownership of their health.

In honor of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, Bethany sat down with her good friend, Season Johnson, Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and founder of KICKcancER, to explore the intersection of conventional cancer treatment and holistic healing.

In today’s bonus episode of Grounded Wellness, our Holistic Esthetician, Courtney, is guiding you through a mindful meditation designed to help you ease into your luteal phase with intention.

Discover why PMS isn't normal, the hidden risks of birth control, and how to balance your hormones naturally with cycle syncing and holistic habits. 

In this episode of Grounded Wellness, Bethany dives deep into the world of ozone therapy with Micah Lowe, founder of Simply O3 and a passionate voice for natural, science-backed healing.

Bethany sits down with her brother-in-law, Farmer Rob — founder of Primal Pastures and a practicing PA. This conversation unravels the deep corruption of America’s meat industry and the devastating impact these practices have on our health.

In this episode, we traveled to Kauai to sit down with Doug Wolkon of Kauai Karmacy, whose journey from NYC finance to regenerative herbalism offers deeply practical insight on using plants, food, and stillness to reclaim your health.

This episode doesn’t just challenge the status quo, Dr. Paul Saladino brings data, ancestral wisdom, and personal experience to illuminate what’s actually making us sick.

Grounded Wellness travelled to Kauai to sit down with Pro Surfer, Bethany Hamilton. This episode goes into the tender, unfiltered space of motherhood, burnout, and what it looks like to truly nourish yourself.

Courtney, guides you through a mindful meditation to help you harness the vibrant energy of this phase in your cycle. Whether you're seated, lying down or enjoying an evening walk, this cycle syncing meditation is designed to ground your energy while encouraging your natural glow.

Bethany is joined by Cymbiotika co-founder Chervin Jafarieh to explore everything from parasites and tap water to fasting, morning sunlight, and the hidden cause of low energy, brain fog, and sugar cravings.

Discover the root causes of acne and how to heal your skin from within with holistic nutritionist Maria Marlowe.

In this eye-opening conversation, Dr. Teo Soleymani joins Bethany on our regenerative farm (under the sun) to unpack some of the most common misconceptions about sun exposure, skin cancer, and the products we’ve been told to trust.

Our holistic esthetician, Courtney, sits down with our formulator, Tommi, to explore alternative sun protection, the biggest concerns with chemical sunscreens, and why we don’t believe in wearing SPF daily.

Bethany answers your most asked questions– from entrepreneurship, tips for healing eczema to her nighttime routine. Tune in to hear the unexpected rituals that keep her grounded. 

Bethany sat down with health coach and author Ashleigh VanHouten to talk about the biggest misconceptions in “healthy diets” and why organ meats are nature’s multivitamin. 

Your skin microbiome is one of the most often overlooked – yet foundational – pieces of skin health. This incredible little ecosystem works in harmony for the health of your skin and overall well-being.

In this episode, Courtney sits down with Lisa Hendrickson-Jack, fertility expert and author of “The Fifth Vital Sign” to explore natural ways to support fertility and your cycle. 

In this episode, Bethany sat down with Katrina Fahey, a craniofacial health coach and author of “Beauty is Bone Deep” to  explore the causes and issues of our shrinking jaws.

Bethany traveled to Spokane, WA to sit down with plastic surgeon, Dr. Cameron Chesnut. Tune in to hear a holistic approach to fillers, aging, and cosmetic procedures.

Our holistic esthetician, Courtney, leads a mindful meditation designed to help you drift off to sleep and embrace the healing power of rest. 

Renowned midwife Lindsey Meehleis joins us for a beautiful conversation on the power of a woman’s intuition in pregnancy, birth, and motherhood. 

This conversation with the founders of Christy Dawn reveals the truth behind fast fashion and why regenerative clothing is the antidote for us + the planet.

In this episode, Bethany sat down with Mark McAfee, founder of the world’s largest raw dairy to discuss the benefits of drinking raw milk and the problems with pasteurization.

This conversation between Courtney and Bethany provides an entertaining and thought-provoking overview of popular biohacks.

In this solo episode of Grounded Wellness, our Holistic Esthetician, Courtney O’Connor, answers your top beauty questions.

Bethany sat down with Clint Ober, the visionary behind the earthing movement. This conversation will leave you feeling inspired + ready to set your bare feet on the ground ASAP.

This conversation with our in-house formulator, Tommi Hutchins, discusses the impact products have on fertility, rumors around essential oils, and some of the sneakiest greenwashing tactics.

Bethany shares her thoughts on quite a few of the top trending skin care treatments you might be wondering about (Hint: microneedling, radio frequency, lasers and more!). 

In this episode Bethany sat down with her good friend, Taylor Dukes, a functional NP, to discuss her journey with cancer and why she chose an integrative treatment. 

In this episode, Courtney, our holistic esthetician, takes a deeper look into how you can support your nervous system and the ripple effect it has on skin health.

Tune in to hear about Grace’s 30-day holistic acne-healing experiment, how functional testing helped her discover the root cause and what kept her motivated.

In this episode, Bethany gets personal with Dr. Casey Means, a Stanford-trained physician, who’s seen firsthand how the medical system is not just broken – it's rigged. 

Our Holistic Esthetician answers your top skin questions, everything from: the best foods to eat for skin, the most effective way to minimize wrinkles and more.

Bethany sat down with Dr. Yvonne Burkart, a board-certified Ph.D. toxicologist with over 22 years of experience to discuss how to minimize toxic exposures.

In this episode, we sat down with Kelly Love, the co-founder of Branch Basics, to talk about actionable steps to eliminate toxins from your life.

Courtney O’Connor digs deeper into this regenerative beauty ritual that works with the skin to optimize its functions, restoring the skin to a better, more balanced and beautiful state.

In this episode, Bethany sat down with Dr. Connealy– the medical director of the largest integrative medicine clinic in North America to discuss cancer prevention. 

In this episode, we sat down with the incredible Dr. Gabrielle Lyon to talk about the impact of muscle health on full-body health.