1120. AI vs. Your BODY: What to Watch For & How It Can Backfire

Hey, Heal Squad! This Throwback Thursday, we're diving into one of Maria’s most transformative healing experiences—with somatic trauma expert Brian Mahan. When Maria was going through one of the most difficult seasons of her life, Gabby Bernstein pointed her toward Brian’s work, and it changed everything. Brian breaks down the science and soul of somatic experiencing—a powerful trauma healing modality that helps you physically and emotionally process and release pain stored in the body. He shares how trauma isn’t just in your mind—it lives in your nervous system, and why talking about it isn’t always the solution. Learn how to repattern your reactions, create new neural pathways, and even rewire the way you think and feel about yourself. PLUS, Maria shares personal breakthroughs, why celebration matters, and the one small shift you can make today to start healing old wounds for good. Don’t miss out!  -- HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website: https://www.healsquad.com/ Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy’s Page: Shop My Macy’s Storefront Prenuvo: Prenuvo.com/MARIA for $300 off Delete Me: https://bit.ly/43rkHwi code: SQUAD EPISODE RESOURCES: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/briandmahansep/  Website: https://briandmahan.com/  Trauma Healing Website: https://traumahealing.org/  Healing Shame Website: https://healingshame.com/  ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos’ passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content (published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or http://Mariamenounos.com and http://healsquad.com) is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company’s Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. This podcast is presented for exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for preventing, diagnosing, or treating a specific illness. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.

3 Apr 35min

Hi, Heal Squad! We’re back with Nicole Russell Wharton, a bestselling author, certified trauma-informed healing instructor, mental health expert and endometriosis advocate. Her new book, Breaking Generational Silence, is about to break down barriers by exploring how the generational ripple effect….aka family history…can affect our healing.  Yup, our family history can shape our present lives in ways we don’t even realize! Nicole tells Maria her experience in  recognizing and breaking negative generational patterns to create real change—not just emotionally, but physically too. She shares powerful insights about her mother and father’s past influences, how they shaped her journey, and, most importantly, how she broke free from inherited traumas to reclaim her own path. This episode is packed with eye-opening revelations, self-empowerment, and must-listen advice on how you can uncover the hidden clues in your family history to transform your health forever. Enjoy friends! HEALERS & HEAL LINERS:  Family History Can Hold Clues to Health & Healing: Nicole emphasizes the importance of investigating your family’s medical and emotional history. Understanding inherited patterns—whether trauma, health conditions, or behaviors—can help you make informed choices about your well-being. Be The CEO of Your Own Health : Whether it’s emotional struggles or physical symptoms, Maria stresses the necessity of self-awareness and advocating for yourself in healthcare and life. Nicole says tuning into your body’s signals and seeking answers—rather than ignoring or accepting discomfort—can be life-changing. -- HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website: https://www.healsquad.com/ Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy’s Page: Shop My Macy’s Storefront Prenuvo: Prenuvo.com/MARIA for $300 off Delete Me: https://bit.ly/43rkHwi code: SQUAD EPISODE RESOURCES: Follow Nicole on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DHUjfTOyQVp/?hl=en  Pick up Nicole’s Book: Breaking Generational Silence: A Guide to Disrupt Unhealthy Family Patterns and Heal Inherited Trauma:  https://www.amazon.com/Breaking-Generational-Silence-Unhealthy-Inherited/dp/1649632991 Learn More About Nicole’s Foundation: https://www.preciousdreamsfoundation.org/ ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos’ passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content (published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or http://Mariamenounos.com and http://healsquad.com) is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company’s Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. This podcast is presented for exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for preventing, diagnosing, or treating a specific illness. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.

2 Apr 37min

Hey Heal Squad! In today's episode, we get into the shocking reality of thoracic endometriosis—a rare and often misunderstood condition that can affect the lungs. Our incredible guest - Nicole Russell Wharton, a bestselling author and certified trauma-informed healing instructor - takes us through her harrowing journey of misdiagnosis, multiple lung collapses, and ultimately discovering the life-changing connection to her menstrual cycle. Nicole opens up to Maria about the powerful steps she’s taken to heal, the importance of self-advocacy in healthcare, and how her new book, Breaking Generational Silence, empowers others to explore their family history, emotional well-being, and self-awareness on their own healing journeys. This episode is full of insight, resilience, and inspiration—so we hope you enjoy it! HEALERS & HEAL LINERS:  The Struggles of Endometriosis – Endometriosis can spread to different organs, causing pain, infertility, and severe health issues. It is often misdiagnosed, and the only way to confirm it is through surgery. The Importance of Advocacy in Healthcare – Maria and Nicole emphasize that patients must be proactive in their healthcare, seek specialists, and push for answers when dealing with chronic illnesses. They highlight  the importance of seeking second (or more) medical opinions. Managing Endometriosis – Since there is no cure, Nicole focuses on management techniques, including finding new coping mechanisms for her mental health, anti-inflammatory diet, holistic health practices, and, at times, birth control to suppress symptoms. -- HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website: https://www.healsquad.com/ Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy’s Page: Shop My Macy’s Storefront Prenuvo: Prenuvo.com/MARIA for $300 off Delete Me: https://bit.ly/43rkHwi code: SQUAD EPISODE RESOURCES: Follow Nicole on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DHUjfTOyQVp/?hl=en  Pick up Nicole’s Book: Breaking Generational Silence: A Guide to Disrupt Unhealthy Family Patterns and Heal Inherited Trauma:  https://www.amazon.com/Breaking-Generational-Silence-Unhealthy-Inherited/dp/1649632991 Learn More About Nicole’s Foundation: https://www.preciousdreamsfoundation.org/ ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos’ passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content (published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or http://Mariamenounos.com and http://healsquad.com) is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company’s Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. This podcast is presented for exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for preventing, diagnosing, or treating a specific illness. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.

1 Apr 35min

Hey, Heal Squad! Get ready because the Heal Squad Roundtable is tackling FIVE hot topics in health! Maria, Dr. Alison, Deirdre, & Christina are here to give their hot takes on some current events in wellness and health. First, Maria’s interview with Jenny McCarthy about nicotine patch therapy for COVID vaccine injuries has had EVERYONE talking—so the Heal Squad Roundtable is digging a little bit deeper. Dr. Alison weighs in on whether this unconventional method is actually healing or just masking symptoms. Next, the crew dives into dopamine regulation and its surprising connection to detoxification (Maria has some fun thoughts about this one!). Maria also opens up about her experience at a Joe Dispenza event, where she reconnected with her personal healing journey, then, can your career be a silent killer? We break down the hidden health risks of certain professions, from airline pilots being bombarded with radiation to accountants working under artificial light 24/7. Finally, can mitochondrial health affect your beauty? We explore how cells and energy levels play a big part in facial symmetry and how you can tap into it. Enjoy! HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website: https://www.healsquad.com/ Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy’s Page: Shop My Macy’s Storefront AquaTru: https://aquatruwater.com/ code: HEALSQUAD Prenuvo: Prenuvo.com/MARIA for $300 off Sleep Number: https://www.sleepnumber.com/ ROUNDTABLE RESOURCES & HEADLINES: Why This Long Covid Sufferer Is Seeking a Nicotine Fix: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-09-13/can-nicotine-patches-treat-my-long-covid-symptoms High Paying Jobs linked to Cancer: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-14469029/Doctor-white-collar-jobs-cancer-pilot-teacher.html Facial symmetry & The Mitochondria: https://x.com/byjoeljan/status/1894219542366490697 Jenny McCarthy’s Diet That Almost Killed Her & Her #1 Post-COVID Injury Healing Tip: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1050-jenny-mccarthys-diet-that-almost-killed-her-her/id1320060107?i=1000700891026 ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos’ passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content (published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or http://Mariamenounos.com and http://healsquad.com) is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company’s Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. This podcast is presented for exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for preventing, diagnosing, or treating a specific illness. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.

31 Mars 59min

Hi Heal Squad! Jenny McCarthy is as bold and unfiltered as they come! The actress, New York Times bestselling author, host of The Masked Singer (Wednesdays on FOX!), and founder of Formless Beauty has faced major life challenges and yet, has come out stronger than ever. In this mini-sode, Jenny gets real with Maria about how she tackled divorce, diagnoses, career ups and downs, and even cancel culture by mastering the power of manifestation, setting priorities, and taking control of her own health and future by truly trusting her gut. Maria also drops some wisdom from Dr. Joe Dispenza on how YOU can start becoming the CEO of Your Health. If you’re ready to trust your instincts, take charge of your health, and manifest your best life—this episode is for you! Don’t forget to listen to our FULL episodes with Jenny: Part 1  Part 2  -- HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website: https://www.healsquad.com/ Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy’s Page: Shop My Macy’s Storefront AquaTru: https://aquatruwater.com/  code: HEALSQUAD Prenuvo: Prenuvo.com/MARIA for $300 off Sleep Number: https://www.sleepnumber.com/ EPISODE RESOURCES: Follow Jenny on Instagram & TikTok: https://www.instagram.com/jennymccarthy/?hl=en  https://www.tiktok.com/@mrs.wahlberg?lang=en The Masked Singer Airs Wednesdays on Fox: https://www.fox.com/the-masked-singer/ https://formlessbeauty.com/ ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos’ passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content (published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or http://Mariamenounos.com and http://healsquad.com) is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company’s Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. This podcast is presented for exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for preventing, diagnosing, or treating a specific illness. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.

30 Mars 12min

Hey, Heal Squad! This week on Regular Girl Saturday, Kelsey is joined by a very special guest—Aaliyah, an intuitive healer, massage therapist, and spiritual guide with a heart of gold. In this soulful, honest convo, they dive into what it means to truly heal—from learning to trust your own gifts, to navigating Saturn returns, ancestral wounds, and finding your chosen family. Alaya shares her powerful story of overcoming anxiety, reconnecting with her purpose, and helping others do the same through energy work and intuition. If you’ve ever felt like you’ve lost your spark or you’re unsure how to step into your light again, this episode is your reminder that you’re not alone—and your healing is already underway. You’re not broken. You’re just getting your color back. Xo Kels & Aaliyah Aaliyah’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alypromise?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D    -- HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website: https://www.healsquad.com/ Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy’s Page: Shop My Macy’s Storefront AquaTru: https://aquatruwater.com/  code: HEALSQUAD AirDoctor: https://airdoctorpro.com/  code: HEALSQUAD Prenuvo: Prenuvo.com/MARIA for $300 off Sleep Number: https://www.sleepnumber.com/ ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos’ passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content (published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or http://Mariamenounos.com and http://healsquad.com) is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company’s Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. This podcast is presented for exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for preventing, diagnosing, or treating a specific illness. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.

29 Mars 1h 26min

Hey lonely Heal Squad members, with the Regular Girl Saturday girls on assignment, we bring you another edition of Lonely Guy Friday. How your dreams and nightmares could be the key to healing? Where and how to interpret those dreams to create healing. How 90% of our minds and bodies are made up of the unconscious and how that unconscious part is the real part driving your feelings and decisions, good and bad. The morning routine that could replace that grueling workout yet give you the same elevated feelings. The healing modalities of Shadow Work, IFS, Dr. Kim D'Eramo, Dr. Joe Dispenza and alike: how they have different modalities but essentially say the same things. What is the Big Self and the Little Self? What is the 5D self and the 3D self?  How 'the work' will reveal why both sides in politics are actually coming from the same place. Change your personality, change your reality per Dr. Joe Dispenza. He's right but it's easier said than done. Here are some steps you may need to take before doing transformative meditation. Until you make the unconscious conscious it will direct your life and you will call it fate. Take that into your weekend Heal Squad. Bye Betches!  -- HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website: https://www.healsquad.com/ Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy’s Page: Shop My Macy’s Storefront AquaTru: https://aquatruwater.com/  code: HEALSQUAD Prenuvo: Prenuvo.com/MARIA for $300 off Sleep Number: https://www.sleepnumber.com/ ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos’ passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content (published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or http://Mariamenounos.com and http://healsquad.com) is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company’s Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. This podcast is presented for exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for preventing, diagnosing, or treating a specific illness. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.

28 Mars 47min

Hey, Heal Squad! Since Maria just went to Dr. Joe Dispenza’s Progressive Retreat, we thought to bring back a previous retreat she attended! This Throwback Thursday, Maria shares EVERYTHING she learned during her experience at Dr. Joe Dispenza’s Week Long Advanced Retreat, where she learned how to finally let go of old emotional wounds and step into a more aligned, joyful future. She shares the tools, mindset shifts, and science-backed practices Dr. Joe teaches to help you rewire your brain, regulate your nervous system, and create real transformation from the inside out. From deep meditations to breakthrough moments of clarity, this episode is packed with insight on how you can start healing—mentally, emotionally, and physically. If you’ve ever felt stuck in your past or unsure how to move forward, this is your sign to release, reset, and start building the future you deserve. Happy Healing!  -- HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website: https://www.healsquad.com/ Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy’s Page: Shop My Macy’s Storefront AquaTru: https://aquatruwater.com/  code: HEALSQUAD Prenuvo: Prenuvo.com/MARIA for $300 off Sleep Number: https://www.sleepnumber.com/ DR JOE DISPENZA’S RESOURCES: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjoedispenza/?hl=en  Website: https://drjoedispenza.com/  Week Long Advanced Retreat: https://drjoedispenza.com/advanced-retreats  Progressive Retreat: https://drjoedispenza.com/progressive-retreats  ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos’ passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content (published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or http://Mariamenounos.com and http://healsquad.com) is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company’s Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. This podcast is presented for exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for preventing, diagnosing, or treating a specific illness. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.

27 Mars 44min