Ep. 90 - Almost 30 Recap Part 2

Max Lugavere is a TV personality, health and science journalist, filmmaker, musician, and author of the recently published book, Genius Foods: Become Smarter, Happier, and More Productive While Protecting Your Brain for Life (2018). Max’s expertise is wide-ranging, but he is particularly passionate about preventing neurodegenerative diseases by honing in on the effects of diet and lifestyle on brain health. In today’s episode we get REAL science-y, but also dive deep into the personal motivations behind Max’s professional journey. We can’t wait for you to check it out!   We talk about...   Max’s workout routine + splitting his time between NYC and West Hollywood! The research + science behind why exercise is SO good for you. Max’s thoughts on veganism + plant-based eating. How Max transitioned from a TV career to one specializing in studying the intersection of nutrition + disease prevention. How Max has navigated his mother’s challenging neurodegenerative disease diagnosis. Disease prevention as a MILLENNIAL issue! How people today are being POISONED by our food supply. The fallacies in the USDA MyPlate grain suggestion (successor to the Food Pyramid). How eating a brain-healthy diet impacted Max’s personal cognitive function. Research on the correlation between diet + depression and anxiety (“Food & Mood” connection). Why “everything in moderation” may be bad advice! How under-sleeping exacerbates emotional turmoil and pain. All the details on Max’s newly released book, Genius Foods, + a list of some of his favorite superfoods for brain health (hint: CHOCOLATE!).   Want to chat? Give us a ring! Call 1.424.270.1853 Want to have an Almost 30 meetup in your city? Email us at almost30podcast@gmail.com! Find more to love at almost30podcast.com!   Resources: Max Lugavere | Website | Facebook | Instagram Purchase Max Lugavere’s book TODAY | Genius Foods: Become Smarter, Happier, and More Productive While Protecting Your Brain for Life (2018) Four Sigmatic | Get 15% OFF your order at foursigmatic.com/almost30 HUM Nutrition | Use code ALMOST30NATION for 15% OFF at humnutrition.com Mowellens | Use code ALMOST30 for 15% OFF your first purchase at mowellens.com Bioclarity | Use code ALMOST30 for $20 OFF your 1st month at bioclarity.com The Almost 30 Podcast is produced by Podcast Masters This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Podsights - https://podsights.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

10 Apr 20182h 2min

Today we welcome Jill Wintersteen to the Almost 30 pod! She is the woman behind the quickly growing Venice based brand, Spirit Daughter. She was introduced to astrology and yoga as a teenager, but at first, Jill followed a more traditional path to become a neuroscientist. While studying at Hopkins, Jill had the opportunity to study Chinese Medicine in Venice Beach. This relocation brought her to her calling and she began a practice of “helping others to find grounding, peace, and their true path.” On today’s episode, we discuss Jill’s business, Spirit Daughter, where you can purchase Moon Workbooks, Crystals by Season, and Dreamcatchers. This conversation is centered around Jill’s personal and professional background, her insanely deep understanding of energy and astrology, and her insights into the ways cosmic energy impacts our day-to-day living.   We talk about...   Jill’s teenage years spent playing with crystals and astrology charts! Her experience attending Upattinas School, known for fostering individuality and lifelong learning. Jill’s background as a neuroscientist, studying at Hopkins, + eventually relocating to Venice Beach to study Chinese Medicine. Planting intentions on a new moon, and then sharing the new version of ourselves during the full moon - which marks a period of release. How Jill wrote an AMAZING forward for Allie Michelle’s new poetry book, Explorations of a Cosmic Soul. The rise of the feminine energy in both men and women + how the #MeToo movement may actually align with the cosmic energy. Bringing the world’s masculine and feminine energy into balance. How to bring more of what you want and need into your life. Why Jill isn’t afraid of Mercury Retrograde! Jill’s newest project currently in the works - you heard it here first - a brand new APP!   Find more to love at almost30podcast.com! Want to chat? Give us a ring! Call 1.424.270.1853 Want to have an Almost 30 meetup in your city? Email us at almost30podcast@gmail.com!   Resources: Jill Wintersteen | spiritdaughter.com | Instagram | Facebook | Blog Spirit Daughter Products | New Moon Workbooks | Crystals | Dream Catchers Thrive Market | Save 25% OFF your first order at thrivemarket.com/almost30 Unbound | Use code ALMOST30 for 20% OFF at unboundbabes.com HUM Nutrition | Use code ALMOST30NATION for 15% OFF at humnutrition.com Olivine Atilier | Use code ALMOST30 for 20% OFF at shopolivine.com Bioclarity | Use code ALMOST30 for $20 off your 1st month at bioclarity.com The Almost 30 Podcast is produced by Podcast Masters This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Podsights - https://podsights.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

3 Apr 20181h 30min

We are SO excited to welcome Anjelah Johnson-Reyes onto the show today!! She is an actress + comedian, and was a cast member on the series MADtv during its 13th season! Anjelah’s MADtv characters included a Vietnamese nail salon employee named Mi Ling/Tammy and a fast food employee, the famous Bon Qui Qui! On today’s episode we talk all about her life’s journey — how her career began (hint: FREE church joke-writing class!?), overcoming obstacles, navigating relationships, growing spiritually and personally, building a career in LA + more!!   We discuss...   Anjelah’s beautiful marriage and partnership with husband, Manwell. How Anjelah unexpectedly began her comedic career in a FREE church joke-writing class. Learning to be famous after her very first video went VIRAL. Her belief that this career path in comedy is a gift and that joy is medicine for all who are hurting. Anjelah’s upbringing and how she navigated the residual hardship and trauma in her teen years. How attending a church camp and delving into her Christian faith changed her life forever. Anjelah’s journey from San Jose, CA to Oakland, CA to become an NFL cheerleader for the Oakland Raiders. How Anjelah became an extra on Friends for seasons 9 + 10, and all that she took with her from those 2 years of growth and on-the-job education Finding the energy and inspiration to both create your art and get closer to God spiritually, even amidst ‘downtime’ and hardship. Changing your perspective + mindset to embody the principle, “It’s not about me.” Uplifting other women because there is room for all of us!   Want to chat? Give us a ring! Call 1.424.270.1853 Want to have an Almost 30 meetup in your city? Email us at almost30podcast@gmail.com! Find more to love at almost30podcast.com!   Resources: Anjelah Johnson | Website | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter Anjelah on Hulu: Mahalo & Goodnight (2017) Anjelah on Netflix: The Homecoming Show (2013) + Anjelah Johnson: Not Fancy (2015) Thrive Market | Save 25% OFF your first order at thrivemarket.com/almost30 HUM Nutrition | Use code ALMOST30NATION for 15% off off at humnutrition.com Four Sigmatic | Get 15% OFF your order at foursigmatic.com/almost30 FLEX | Use code ALMOST30 for 20% OFF $15 purchase (3-month supply) flexfits.com/almost30 The Almost 30 Podcast is produced by Podcast Masters This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Podsights - https://podsights.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

27 Mar 20181h 49min

Today’s guest, Dr. Perry Solomon, is the Chief Medical Officer at HelloMD, the leading digital platform for the cannabis industry. HelloMD’s tagline is, “Nourish your mind, body and soul by learning and sharing in the largest medical cannabis community.” Joining the HelloMD community gives you access to medical professionals, cannabis experts, educational materials, and cannabis products by HelloMD partners. Say no more! You’re listening to Part 2 of our interview with Dr. Perry Solomon, where we continued our conversation of the medicinal efficacy of cannabis and CBD products.   We discuss…   Cannabis as a remedy for pain and a “health and wellness” supplement How CBD can help reduce stress, anxiety, migraines, pain, menstrual cramps, sport related injuries, and insomnia Why people were tricked into believing that cannabis is harmful to their health Harry Anslinger: the godfather of cannabis prohibition The roots of the opioid and heroin addiction crisis in the United States How CBD oil- void of THC- is used in suppository form as a remedy for menstrual cramps How run of the mill, generic CBD companies use hemp to produce CBD oils from areas that heavily rely on pesticide usage Legalized “adult use” of marijuana in the state of California Cannabis use terminology: “adult use” vs “recreational use” The high tax on cannabis in California driving customers to the black market Dr. Solomon’s thoughts on  “fake news” regarding cannabis and how to get the real deal info at HelloMD.   Find more to love at almost30podcast.com! Want to chat? Give us a ring! Call 1.424.270.1853 Want to have an Almost 30 meetup in your city? Email us at almost30podcast@gmail.com!   Resources: HelloMD | hellomd.com HUM Nutrition | Use code ALMOST30 for 20% off at humnutrition.com FLEX | Use code ALMOST30 for 20% off $15 purchase (3-month supply) Mowellens | Use code ALMOST30 for 15% off first purchase at mowellens.com BarkBox | Get 1 free month when you subscribe to a 6 or 12 month plan barkbox.com/Almost30 The Almost 30 Podcast is produced by Podcast Masters This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Podsights - https://podsights.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

22 Mar 201852min

Today’s guest, Dr. Perry Solomon, is the Chief Medical Officer at HelloMD, the leading digital platform for the cannabis industry. HelloMD’s tagline is, “Nourish your mind, body and soul by learning and sharing in the largest medical cannabis community.” Joining the HelloMD community gives you access to medical professionals, cannabis experts, educational materials, and cannabis products by HelloMD partners. Say no more! In Part 1 of our episode with Dr. Solomon, we dig in deep to explore the many uses for cannabis. We’ll continue this in Part 2, to be released later this week.   We discussed...   Dr. Solomon’s early career as a board certified anaesthesiologist (20+ years), followed by his consulting work with medical device companies and medical startups The details surrounding Dr. Solomon’s career pivot in March 2015 when he joined HelloMD as the Chief Medical Officer Doctors, generally, being unfamiliar with cannabis and the science behind it due to the stigmatization of the drug How cannabis is a trial and error compound which everyone reacts differently to and, thus, ought to identify a personalized ideal ratio That in most industrialized countries, cannabis is still illegal Why people were tricked into believing that cannabis is harmful to their health How there is only 1 medical school out of 144 that teaches a course in the endocannabinoid system The overprescription and proper prescription of opioids, and where cannabis fits into the picture Cannabis as a remedy for pain and as a “health and wellness” supplement The distinction between CBD vs marijuana   Find more to love at almost30podcast.com! Want to chat? Give us a ring! Call 1.424.270.1853 Want to have an Almost 30 meetup in your city? Email us at almost30podcast@gmail.com!   Resources: HelloMD | hellomd.com Four Sigmatic | Get 15% OFF your order at foursigmatic.com/almost30 Mowellens | Use code ALMOST30 for 15% off first purchase at mowellens.com Illuminate Spa in Brentwood | Treat yourself at illuminatespa.com BarkBox | Get 1 free month when you subscribe to a 6 or 12 month plan barkbox.com/Almost30 The Almost 30 Podcast is produced by Podcast Masters This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Podsights - https://podsights.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

20 Mar 201848min

Today on Almost 30, we are overjoyed and seriously honored to welcome Millana Snow, an incredibly wise Reiki Healer, Speaker, + Entrepreneur. A model and actor for over 12 years, Millana is now a meditation teacher and Founder of Serene Social + the new WellnessOfficial.co. She aims to connect with, empower, and support others as they heal themselves by expanding their consciousness in their everyday lives. In this episode, Millana’s insight on practicing and benefitting from reiki, the physical benefits of energy healing, and understanding our chakras is invaluable.   We discuss… Krista’s emotional reiki session with Millana Causes of energetic depletion and ways to fill up your energy container That we are all vessels through which energy flows out to the world Millana’s past stint as a 14-year-old witch (spellbook + all) turned Born-Again Christian The concepts of reiki and chakras + how Millana began her journey as a healer Millana’s real life examples of her energy healing journey + opening up chakras Millana’s boyfriend who chose to work with an energy healer in the UK to heal his very serious health issue That you don’t have to be in the room with someone to experience true healing Our thoughts on millennials + choosing “millennial pink” as this generation’s color Energy work is about maintenance Meditation and spending time with yourself   Find more to love at almost30podcast.com!   Resources: Millana Snow | Professional Website & Instagram Millana’s “Workbook for Opening to the Flow State of Love” | Workbook Wellness Official | Website & Instagram Caitlin Walsh - British Energy Healer | Website BioClarity | Use code ALMOST30 for $20 off your 1st month The FLEX Company | Use code ALMOST30 for 20% off $15 purchase (3-month supply) Lola | Use code ALMOST30 for 60% off your first order Beachbody on Demand | Text ALMOST30 to 303030 for a FREE TRIAL This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Podsights - https://podsights.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

13 Mar 20181h 51min

It was such a joy + a pleasure to interview Lauren Schulte, the CEO + Founder of The FLEX Company. We totally went there in today’s episode! From how to insert the disc, to experiencing painful vaginal infections, and even chatting about the way partners (without vaginas) say they feel about supporting women through PMS symptoms - we covered it all!   Lauren shares with us how she suffered in silence with intense period pain and subsequent infections. When Lauren’s doctor informed her that tampon usage could be culpable for her chronic issues, she quit using them immediately and tried more than 30 alternative feminine hygiene products from all over the world (including the menstrual cup).   Already a successful businesswoman herself, Lauren ditched her career in Silicon Valley to meet a HUGE need in the female healthcare market. Lauren decided it was time to invest appropriate resources into creating a solution to the period woes women all around the world could identify with. A perfect storm of personal experience and business + marketing smarts, Lauren’s initiative has changed the menstruation game with the best alternative to using tampons!   We discuss… FLEX - A new period product called a “menstrual disc.” Tampons and menstrual cups, by design, “plug up” the vagina (causing cramping + bloating), while menstrual discs are meant to sit higher up, much like a diaphragm How FLEX can be left in for 12 hours AND you can have sex while it’s inserted - no infections or cramps! The way tampons absorb all bacteria, including the GOOD bacteria, and can often lead to an imbalance (+ subsequent vaginal infections) Lauren’s transition from a career in Silicon Valley to becoming the Founder + CEO of a start-up (which included taking big risks + pitching to many male investors) Navigating the imposter syndrome as a female/Founder + CEO Addressing challenging relationship dynamics in the workplace through open and honest conversations (Lindsey + Krista also chime in on their experiences working together on Almost 30 Podcast) How to give feedback well (Hint -  ALWAYS lead with inquiry) Men who feel afraid and embarrassed about not knowing how to help their girlfriends through intrusive PMS symptoms Being a leader - a people and performance manager - as the Founder + CEO and, thereafter, shaping the workplace culture Lauren’s TEDx talk (in the works) - She plans to present the sociological understanding that there is no such thing as “gay” or “straight,” but rather sexuality is a spectrum ( + her own experience falling in love with a woman) Men embracing their feminine energy in heterosexual relationships (not necessarily being effeminate)   Find more to love at almost30podcast.com!   Resources: Connect with The FLEX Company |  http://www.flexfits.com/almost30 | Instagram | Facebook FLEX Insertion | How FLEX works + Menstrual Discs vs Cups FLEX | Use code ALMOST30 for 20% off $15 purchase (3-month supply) Squarespace | Use code ALMOST30 for 10% off at squarespace.com HUM Nutrition | Use code ALMOST30 for 20% off at humnutrition.com Illuminate Spa in Brentwood | Treat yourself at illuminatespa.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Podsights - https://podsights.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

8 Mar 20181h 15min

Our favorite guy is back by popular demand!! Ryan O'Flanagan is a supremely talented LA-based actor, writer, and comedian who has appeared on Netflix's unexpectedly hilarious "American Vandal" and Comedy Central's "Corporate,” among others! In 2017, Ryan partnered with Funny or Die to produce a series of Tourist Videos, and this April you’ll be able to watch Ryan's half-hour comedy special on Comedy Central.   Ever have days where all you want to do is laugh?  Today’s the day #almost30nation. Enjoy this super fun, long-form conversation about all things life + comedy (with a few bonus friends added into the mix).   This episode includes…   Updates on our favorite products right now, including Bitch Stix, pre-workout drinks such as Silver Fern and Revere, Four Sigmatic Lion’s Mane Elixir, this Peppermint Halo Wand, Dermalogica skin care products, Thistle meal deliveries, and the NuFace Microcurrent Facial Toning Device. Total game-changers! Ryan’s story about landing his latest role on Netflix’s “American Vandal.” Free-flowing conversation about clubbing, bar fights, fleas, and bed bugs! Ryan’s thoughts on moving back to NYC. Post-college thoughts on all the things we’ve yet to learn. Ryan’s experience shooting a Mexican commercial with Sylvester Stallone! A long awaited update re: our last Recap episode! Ryan chats about his new calf tattoo and the subsequent run-in at the gym. Fitness goals for 2018! Lindsey’s early stint as a director at BC.   Find more to love at almost30podcast.com!   Resources: Ryan O'Flanagan’s website | http://www.ryanoflanagan.com/ Ryan O’Flanagan’s Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/ryanoflanagancomedy/ Ryan O’Flanagan’s Instagram & Twitter | @ryanoflan Go see him on tour! | http://www.ryanoflanagan.com/shows Official Netflix Trailer | American Vandal Comedy Central | Corporate Funny or Die | Tourist Videos WOO FOR PLAY | https://wooforplay.com/ This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Podsights - https://podsights.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

6 Mar 20181h 31min