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335
June 9, 2025

335: “What Will People Think?” Sara Hamdan on Culture, Courage & Creative Rebellion

What if the thing that made you feel “too much” growing up is the very thing meant to set you free? In this powerful episode of The Brave Table, I sit down with my brilliant and bold friend, Sara Hamdan—former New York Times journalist, Googler, and now debut novelist of What Will People Think?. We explore the messy, joyful, and deeply human journey of writing fiction that challenges cultural expectations, honors Palestinian identity, and makes space for Arab women to be funny, flawed, and fier...
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June 4, 2025

334: How This Teen Mom Became a Nurse, Pilot & Serial Entrepreneur (with Chezka Gonzales)

What if every detour in your life was actually a divine redirection toward your greatest purpose? In this bold and beautiful conversation, I sit down with the multitalented Filipina powerhouse Chezka Gonzales—pilot, nurse, military sergeant, blockchain entrepreneur, and co-founder of Michael Cinco Auto Artistry. Her story reads like a Netflix series: teen mom at 16, nurse by 21, pilot by 25, and serial entrepreneur by 30—she’s done it all and then some. Chezka’s journey is a living masterclass ...
333
June 2, 2025

333: What Your “Flaws” Are Really Trying to Tell You with Laura Day

What if your flaws weren’t flaws—but sacred signals from your soul? In this deeply moving and soul-expanding episode, I sit down with the legendary Laura Day—world-renowned intuitive, bestselling author of The Circle and The Prism, and advisor to Hollywood stars, CEOs, and changemakers across the globe. Laura shares her personal journey through generational trauma, childhood neglect, and profound loss—and how she alchemized it all into the healing modality she now teaches to thousands. We dive...
332
May 28, 2025

332: What I Wish I Knew Before Getting Breast Implants with Amber Lee Sky

Hey, loves—this episode is a full-body reclamation. I sit down with the radiant Amber Lee Sky, a holistic wellness coach, retreat facilitator, dancer, mama, and walking phoenix, to talk about the healing journey most of us don’t see coming. From battling silent illness due to breast implants to navigating postpartum depression, chronic fatigue, and the unraveling of a marriage—Amber brings the raw, unfiltered truth about what it means to lose yourself… and rise again. If you've ever struggled ...
331
May 26, 2025

331: How to Redefine Success Before It’s Too Late with Sahil Bloom

What if everything you were taught about success, wealth, and masculinity was incomplete—or just plain wrong? In this intimate and soul-expanding conversation, I sit down with writer, entrepreneur, and thought-leader Sahil Bloom, whose viral wisdom on personal growth and fatherhood has reshaped millions of lives online. From growing up the child of an Indian immigrant to navigating infertility, redefining fatherhood, and braving the tension between ambition and presence, Sahil opens up about th...
330
May 21, 2025

330: Constantly Feeling Burned Out? Here’s What Your Body’s Really Asking For

Hey loves! Have you ever looked at your to-do list and felt so bone-deep tired that no amount of sleep, coffee, or hustle could fix it? In this soul-nourishing solo episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what’s really going on when your body is screaming for rest, but your life keeps demanding more. We dive into the invisible energy drains behind burnout, the trauma patterns that keep you stuck in survival mode, and what your nervous system is actually begging you to pay attention to. Whethe...
329
May 19, 2025

329: The Hidden Secret to Building a Million-Dollar Network (Without Being Pushy)

Ever wonder how some people effortlessly build powerful networks, while you’re still stuck in surface-level small talk? In this episode, I sit down with my dear friend and publicity powerhouse Selena Soo to spill the secrets behind creating rich relationships — the kind that skyrocket your dreams, expand your inner circle, and nourish your soul. We dive into Selena’s signature Six Circles of Connection framework, why introverts can be relationship ninjas, and how to set boundaries with grace (n...
328
May 14, 2025

328: Avoiding Conflict Is Costing You More Than You Think—Here’s What to Do Instead

Have you ever avoided a hard conversation… or ghosted someone instead of working through the discomfort? In today’s raw and inspiring episode, I sit down with the vibrant and truth-speaking Justin Jones-Fosu—keynote speaker, TEDx powerhouse, social entrepreneur, and author of I Respectfully Disagree: How to Have Difficult Conversations in a Divided World. Together, we unpack how to move from confrontation to conversation—whether you're navigating family drama at the holidays, challenging dynam...
327
May 12, 2025

327: Everything You Think You Know About Karma Is Wrong with Ashok Thakur

What if your greatest heartbreak or lowest moment could become the launchpad for your deepest healing? In this deeply moving and spiritually charged episode, I sit down with my longtime friend and radiant soul, Ashok Thakur—cybersecurity CEO by day, spiritual teacher by soul. From growing up with 8 siblings in a small Himalayan town, to surviving a near-death experience, to losing everything overnight after a painful divorce… Ashok has lived through every kind of breakdown—and emerged in full t...
326
May 7, 2025

326: This Is Why You Feel Stuck (And What to Do When You’re in the Void)

What do you do when your old self no longer fits, but the new you hasn’t fully arrived yet? In this heart-centered solocast, I’m taking you deep into what I call the “gap season”—that uncomfortable, messy middle where everything feels unclear and your identity gets shaken up. Whether you're navigating a career shift, launching a new vision, or simply feeling off in your current life, this episode will help you honor the void rather than rush through it. This is for all my high-achievers, cycle...
325
May 5, 2025

325: The Real Reason You’re Always Tired (And How to Fix It Naturally) with Mary Cristine

Get ready for a powerhouse conversation, Brave Table fam! 🌟 In this inspiring and deeply personal episode, I sit down with holistic wellness entrepreneur Mary Cristine to unpack how she turned unimaginable life challenges—losing her father, navigating single motherhood, and healing her son’s neurological disorder—into a mission to transform health from the inside out. We dive into gut health, the hidden dangers in our food systems, how heavy metals and mold are quietly sabotaging your health, a...
324
April 30, 2025

324: This Is Why You Never Feel at Peace (And How to Fix It)

In a world of nonstop notifications, external pressure, and emotional overstimulation, creating a true safe space isn't a luxury, it’s a necessity. In this soul-nourishing solo episode, I’m walking you through 9 life-changing mindset shifts to help you become your own safe space, no matter where you are or what’s going on around you. From setting boundaries without guilt to regulating your nervous system, releasing control, and embracing solitude, this is your blueprint for peace in the chaos. ...
323
April 28, 2025

323: The Hidden Dangers of Mold: Symptoms, Detox Tips & Solutions with Bernadette Abraham

Welcome to this week’s episode of The Brave Table, where we’re diving deep into an issue that is way too often overlooked: mold. Yes, my friends, that sneaky invader could be lurking in your home, your car, or even your workplace, causing more harm than we realize. In this episode, we are joined by health expert and functional medicine coach, Bernadette Abraham, who is dropping some serious knowledge about how mold affects our bodies and what we can do to fight back. From understanding the imp...
322
April 23, 2025

322: Can You Fix a Toxic Relationship? Here’s the #1 Sign It’s Time to Walk Away

Let’s talk about the emotional rollercoaster that is the anxious-avoidant relationship dynamic. You know the type—one moment you’re deeply connected, the next you're spiraling in confusion. Sound familiar? In this solo episode, I’m diving into why this frustrating push-pull happens, how it connects to your childhood attachment style, and whether it’s something you can actually fix… or if it’s time to walk away for good. We’ll break down the four types of attachment styles, explore how trauma b...
321
April 21, 2025

321: The “Good Girl” Lie That’s Keeping You Stuck (And How to Break Free) with Dr. Shefali

Hello, Brave Table fam! Oooof, today’s episode is pure medicine for your soul—and honestly, I’ve been dreaming of this sit-down with Dr. Shefali Tsabary for years. You’ve probably heard her on Oprah, or maybe you’ve devoured her best-selling books like A Radical Awakening or The Conscious Parent—but nothing beats what we’re unpacking today. We went all the way in on what it means to awaken as a woman, especially if you’ve been playing the “good girl” for too long. We unpack why women—especially...
320
April 16, 2025

320: Let Go of What No Longer Serves You: A 4-Step Guide to Emotional Freedom

If you've been feeling stuck, heavy, or emotionally exhausted lately… sis, this one’s for you. In this soul fire solo episode, I’m diving deep into what it actually takes to let go of the people, habits, and stories that are draining your energy. Maybe it’s a toxic relationship. Maybe it’s an old identity you’ve outgrown. Whatever it is—if it’s not serving you, it’s time to release it. 💥 I’m walking you through the real reasons why letting go feels so damn hard, what it’s costing you, and the ...
319
April 14, 2025

319: Breaking the Quiet Asian Stereotype—Loudly with Dr. Lalitaa & Simone Heng

Whew! This one was juicy. I sat down for my very first ever all-female roundtable with two of my dearest, most brilliant soul sisters—Dr. Lalita and Simone Heng—and let me tell you, we did not hold back. From getting shushed (multiple times) in a Tallinn café to unpacking what it really means to be a brown, bold, and brave woman in today’s world, this episode is the unapologetic, heart-expanding chat you didn’t know you needed. We’re getting into everything: growing up the “rainbow sheep” of ou...
318
April 9, 2025

318: How I Brainwashed Myself to Be Rich

Let’s get one thing straight—being rich isn’t just about what’s in your bank account. It’s an energy, a vibration, and a soul-led decision. In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly how I reprogrammed my subconscious to attract wealth and live abundantly AF. This isn’t about get-rich-quick schemes—this is real talk about rewiring beliefs, quantum physics, and why you must stop taking advice from broke people. If you’ve ever felt stuck around money, repeating affirmations without seeing results...
317
April 7, 2025

317: Rewire Your Brain to Be Rich: The Truth About Money, Mindset & Manifestation with Marisa Peer

Okay, Brave Table fam—this one’s for every powerhouse, healer, and big-hearted change-maker who has ever felt blocked around money, worthiness, or success. I sat down with my dear friend and legendary hypnotherapist Marisa Peer—and ohhh honey, did we go there. 😮‍💨 We’re talking real talk on rewiring your brain, unlocking abundance, ditching scarcity beliefs, and transforming the way you see money forever. If you’ve ever felt weird about charging for your gifts, like you “shouldn’t” want wealth ...
316
April 2, 2025

316: The Bounce Factor: How to Heal, Rewire, and Rise in Just 90 Days

Okay, fam — real talk. Ever felt like you're stuck in a never-ending cycle of “ugh”? I see you. In this power-packed solo episode, I’m breaking down exactly how to change your life — yep, your whole freakin’ life — in just 90 days. No fluff, no fake “motivation,” just neuroscience, emotional healing, and action steps that work. I'm spilling the tea on what it actually takes to bounce back (and forward) from life’s messiest moments — and you’ll walk away ready to reclaim your magic. This is your...
315
March 31, 2025

315: The Power of Receiving: Healing After Birth Trauma, Burnout & Beauty Lies with Dr. Rhea Mehta

Fam, this one’s a ride. We’re diving deep into what it really means to RECEIVE—love, support, healing, and your own power. My guest, Dr. Rhea Mehta—scientist, healer & co-founder of Aste Wellness—opens up about healing after birth trauma, the hidden truths about women’s wellness, and reclaiming Ayurvedic wisdom to truly nourish ourselves. We talk burnout, the beauty industry’s dark side, and how reconnecting with your roots might be the medicine you’ve been missing. If you’ve been feeling dep...
314
March 26, 2025

314: How to Rebuild Your Life Through Discomfort & Embrace Change with Dr. Neeta Bhushan

Hey loves, did you know your brain is wired for discomfort? Yeah, it’s true. And guess what? That discomfort is actually your superpower. Today, I’m getting real about how we rebuild our lives during challenging times—whether you're dealing with a breakup, a major career shift, or just trying to reinvent yourself. Trust me, I’ve been through it all, from leaving my first marriage to leaving a lucrative career as a cosmetic dentist. It’s all about embracing discomfort and owning your life again. ...
313
March 24, 2025

313: The Power of Devotional Leadership: Redefining Strength, Sisterhood & Receiving with Nisha Moodley

Brave fam, this one is so necessary—for anyone who has ever questioned their leadership, their belonging, or their ability to receive. What if leadership wasn’t about domination, hustle, and constant doing? What if it was about devotion, deep care, and learning to receive as much as we give? That’s exactly what today’s guest, Nisha Moodley, has devoted her life’s work to teaching. Nisha Moodley is a women’s leadership mentor, retreat facilitator, and the founder of Global Sisterhood Day. She h...
312
March 19, 2025

312: 4 Toxic Feminine Traits & The Masculine Energies That Stop Them

Alright, loves—this one is going to ruffle some feathers, and I am HERE for it. We’re diving deep into the murky waters of toxic femininity and how healthy masculine energy can actually help stop these patterns dead in their tracks. If you’ve ever found yourself playing the manipulation game, feeling entitled, being passive-aggressive, or taking instead of receiving, you might just be living in toxic femininity without even realizing it. But don’t worry—I got you. We’re not here to shame, we’re...