The Galina Rivina Podcastina

#116: Learnmore Jonasi, Laughing Through Culture Shock

In this episode, I’m joined by comedian Learnmore Jonasi. Learnmore shares his comedic process, why he always talks to Uber drivers, how he’s adjusted to life in the U.S., what his hottest takes are on different parts of the country, how comedy can be used to teach and unite people, what speech laws are like in his home country of Zimbabwe, how his culture influenced his upbringing, what it’s like to tour with Gabriel Iglesias, why dating is so strange in the states, where he prefers to meet women, his red flags, why he’d never date a fellow comedian, what it’s like to get the celeb treatment back home, how America’s Got Talent changed his life, what it was like to grow up with witchcraft, the time he saw a ghost, and much more.

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Galina Rivina - https://www.instagram.com/thumbgalina/#

 

Catch Learnmore Jonasi tape his special in Chicago on 11/29

Book mentioned: A Generation of Sociopaths - Bruce Gibney

#115: Dr. Lee Howard: Aging, Hormone Imbalance & Regenerative Medicine

In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Lee Howard. Dr. Howard is a board certified general surgeon, cosmetic surgeon, and functional medicine practitioner. He shares why he left surgery for functional medicine, why social isolation damages our health, what red flags indicate hormone imbalances for men and women, how to define andropause and menopause, why men ignore low testosterone warnings, what consequences hormonal birth control may present, how sperm deteriorates with age, environmental impacts on hormone decline, why autism can’t be caused by one thing, when men should consider TRT, why insurance is incentivized to keep us away from regenerative treatments, 5 paths to optimize health, where you can find affordable longevity tools, how much vitamin D you need, the 3 rules of dieting, how to avoid the wrong longevity provider, how NAD works, why we don’t have enough access to stem cells and where you can find them, and much more.

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Dr. Lee Howard -  https://compasshp.com/

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Galina Rivina - https://www.instagram.com/thumbgalina/#

 

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#114: Lisa Curry: Warped Tour, Jet Skis & DIY Comedy Success

In this episode, I’m joined by comedian Lisa Curry. Lisa shares how she accidentally joined a lesbian sailing club, what it was like to perform at Warped Tour, what it took to film and release a comedy special independently, how she’s navigating YouTube, why living in small spaces is great for your organizational skills, what small issues people should stop being angry about, the problem with being too politically left, why traveling is imperative to your world view, and much more.

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#113: Lydia Knight, Deprogramming: How to Escape Cults, Diet Culture, & the Patriarchy

In this episode, I’m joined by founder of the She Center, Lydia Knight. Lydia shares what it was like to be raised in a Mormon cult led by her grandmother, how she managed to escape and deprogram, how narcissistic abuse parallels cult leader behavior, the unbelievable narratives she heard growing up, how leaving the cult taught her about deprogramming in other areas of life, how marketers and the diet industry prey on us with tactics out of cult playbooks, how she defines “man science,” where car companies have failed women, why the patriarchy hurts men too, how a matriarchy benefits men and women alike, how we can address our limiting self beliefs, and much more.

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112: Detective Heidi Chance, Human Trafficking: Inside the Fight Against Predators

In this episode, I'm joined by former law enforcement detective and author Heidi Chance. She shares how she went undercover and arrested countless human traffickers, what common misconceptions the public has about sex crimes, how she handles the heavy nature of the job, what dangers she faced while undercover, why it's different than what we see on Law & Order SVU, what role social media plays in luring victims, what parents can watch out for online, common red flags and indicators someone may be a victim, giving some context to the Epstein of it all, how investigations work, abduction myths, reporting services, and much more.

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Galina Rivina - https://www.instagram.com/thumbgalina/#

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#111: Jeremiah Watkins, Prioritizing Good Energy & Bits

In this episode, I'm joined by comedian Jeremiah Watkins. Jeremiah shares how he's preparing to tape a special, his outlook on handling pressure, what influence kids have had on his comedy, why he prioritizes putting out good energy, how he accidentally sold people scams, watching scary movies with his mom, how he uses music to reset, what it's been like to be busy and touring with Adam Ray, which artist makes him grateful, his yoga practice, and much more.

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#110: Dr. Lauren Decicco, 8 Nervous System Reset Tools

In this episode, I’m joined by doctor of physical therapy Dr. Lauren Decicco. She shares how feeling unsafe in your nervous system impacts your overall performance, how unchecked anxiety can evolve into depression, why we rot in bed, the nervous system reactions of high achievers vs. “lazy” self preservation, which red flags in behavior might signal a stress response, how our gut health is affected by a dysregulated nervous system, what tools you can use to stimulate the vagus nerve and activate your parasympathetic nervous system, what you should understand about coffee and cortisol, why wellness tools need to be balanced in accordance with your phase of healing, what our hip flexors have to do with adrenaline, how to use vibrations and rhythmic rocking to soothe yourself, why you should never push past burnout, and much more. 

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#109: Alexis Donkin, Your Psychic Abilities Unlocked & Explained

In this episode, I’m joined by intuitive coach and psychic Alexis Donkin. Alexis shares how she defines psychic abilities, why we all have them to a degree, how to recognize clairvoyance and clairsentience, what role meditation plays, how she deals with visits from beyond the grave, the science behind deja vu, how you can grow your own powers, why psychic abilities help us transform grief,  the role of psychedelics, how to interpret messages from spirit guides, which animals are most likely sending signs, if you need crystals and other tools, how to protect your home and bedroom, and much more.

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#108: Shapel Lacey, We're Meant to be Rascals

In this episode, I'm joined by comedian Shapel Lacey. Shapel shares how he's mentally prepared for a busy life, why we should all be journaling and reading books, how he navigated the cheerleading to stand up comedy pipeline, what it's like to be an ambivert, why his angry days are behind him, why parking in reverse is elite, how a fan got him to an Oasis concert in Manchester, why music brings us together, why you should never ask him for a cheer routine, what he's up to in the mosh pit, and much more.

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#107: James Brash, Raw Milk, Mineral Salt, Colostrum, & Other Scams

In this episode, I'm joined by Registered Dietitian James Brash. James shares why medical misinformation is on the rise, how wellness influencers are co-opting very real frustrations with our healthcare system, why you should stay away from raw milk, how to understand pasteurization, what evidence is missing around colostrum, what's going on with iodine deficiencies, why minerals in salt are b.s., do trendy supplements that sponsor podcasts actually work, why alkaline water is a scam, how replacing Coca Cola's sweetener is stupid, and much more.

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