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The Healthy PodA look back at 2025!We take a look back at the amazing year we had in 2025 and all the wonderful guests, highlight some our favorite moments!
2026-01-1321 min
The Play BaseEp. 8 - Rewriting Your Health Story: Behavior Change, Habits & Peptides with Nicole PekermanIn this episode of The Play Base, host Frances Fishman is joined in person by Nicole Pekerman, founder of Health Collective and known by many as the “peptide princess.” Together, they dive into what it really takes to create lasting change, from the stories we repeat in our minds to the systems we build in our daily lives.They discuss:Why willpower isn’t the problem and how habit design and systems create sustainable changeThe power of rewriting your internal narrative (and how repetition shapes identity)Using gratitude and self-t...
2026-01-0653 minThe Healthy PodBuild Your High-Vibe Wellness Blueprint — with Science, Soul & Sara Starkoff GreenReady to ditch the fads and build a REAL wellness blueprint that actually works — body, mind and soul? In this power-packed episode of The Healthy Pod, I sit down with integrative-health powerhouse Sara Starkoff Green — the woman behind 200+ South-Florida wellness events a year, and Wellness Consultant at Marcus Institute of Integrative Health | Florida Atlantic University.Sara blends evidence-backed medicine, movement, mindfulness, and real-life empathy to create sustainable, high-vibe routines for busy women everywhere. We dive deep into: • What “high-vibe wellness” actually means (beyond buzzwords) • How to meet yourself where you are and still level up your health
2025-12-2345 minThe Healthy Pod"The Episode Where Pro Immune Hijacked the Podcast” (…and dropped an insane amount of health knowledge.)"This episode was NOT the plan 😂Pro Immune stormed The Healthy Pod and unloaded a wild, science-packed masterclass on immune health.I thought I was hosting this thing…Turns out, I was basically a guest — taking notes right alongside you.And honestly? I’m not even mad.Joseph from Best Immune Support took over and broke down:• Why most people totally misunderstand immune health 🤯• The real levers that strengthen or sabotage immunity• The gut + hormone + metabolism connection (it’s deeper than you think)• Daily immune rituals that actually make a difference•...
2025-12-1651 minThe Healthy PodNon Toxic Bitch: The Movement Helping Women Detox Their Lives & Take Back Their PowerWhat if feeling better didn’t start with another diet…but with changing what’s around you?In this feel-good, eye-opening episode of The Healthy Pod, I sit down with the founders of Non Toxic Bitch, Adi and Elana. Non Toxic Bitch is helping women (and men ;) clean up the hidden toxins in their daily environment — so their bodies, hormones, and families can finally thrive.Together we break down:• why everyday products can quietly stall weight loss, energy, gut health, and mood• how the toxic load from our home, food packaging, and beauty routi...
2025-12-0950 minThe Healthy PodHealth Trends That Will Take Over 2026 (Peptides, Longevity & The New Femme Biohacking)”In this high-impact trend forecasting episode, Nicole reveals exactly what’s coming in health, wellness, weight loss, peptides, and female optimization in 2026 — powered by global research, industry intelligence, and her previous career leading trend and innovation strategy for billion-dollar brands.This episode breaks down the next wave of women’s health — from metabolic personalization and peptide expansion to microbiome intelligence, female-focused longevity, cellular youth practices, AI-driven biohacking, stress biology, and the prevention revolution that’s rewriting the wellness economy.If you want to stay ahead of the curve in women’s health… this is your 2026 briefing.
2025-12-0236 minThe Healthy PodThe #1 Thing Fixing Women’s Hormones in 2026 — And It’s Not PeptidesNicole Talks Some "S$*t in this one! In today’s hilariously honest and science-backed episode, Nicole dives into the wildly underestimated superpower of women’s health: fibre.Yes… fibre.The nutrient that’s quietly balancing your hormones, feeding your microbiome, stabilizing your blood sugar, improving your cycle, reducing cravings, boosting fat loss, and keeping your GLP-1 journey smooth and drama-free.If your digestion, mood, cravings, skin, or cycle feel “off,” this is your sign.Inside this episode you’ll discover:-Why fibre is having a MAJOR wellness glow-up- How constipati...
2025-11-2527 minThe Healthy PodThe Weight-Loss Lie: Why You’re Not Broken (And the Reset Every Woman Needs)If you’ve ever thought “I’m doing everything right… but nothing is working,” this episode will change your life.Nicole uncovers the truth behind why women feel stuck — the under-eating, cortisol overload, gut dysfunction, hormonal chaos, and metabolic shutdown that diets never address.This is the real reason your body won’t budge, and why Supernova, her signature metabolic reset, has transformed the lives of women who tried EVERYTHING.In this episode you’ll learn:💥 The metabolic mistakes women don’t know they’re making💥 Why your body isn’t fighting you — it’s protecting you
2025-11-1831 minThe Healthy PodWe’ve Been Doing Weight Loss All Wrong—Here’s the FixForget what you’ve been told about calories, willpower, and chasing skinny. In this bold and unfiltered conversation, Nicole Pekerman sits down with Thinnr co-founder Mathew Melnick to expose the outdated weight loss myths keeping women stuck—physically, emotionally, and metabolically.Together, they reveal how Thinnr uses homeopathic medication combined with nutrition coaching and metabolic rebalancing to deliver real, sustainable weight loss—without relying on restrictive dieting or stimulant-based pills. This isn’t just another program. It’s a complete shift in how we approach health, hormones, hunger, and healing.You’ll hear the surprising science behi...
2025-10-2955 minThe Healthy PodThe Skinny on the shots - Everything you need to know about GLP-1sEverything you need to know about GLP-1's - What is it? How does it work? The benefits, side effects and what you need to know to be successful- Let's GO! For more check out our insta on @healthcollective_usa Weighted vest - https://amzn.to/3YQfj2SFibre - https://amzn.to/3S1I342 Tea - https://amzn.to/47z5ckkB Vitamin - https://amzn.to/3SjtHNS
2025-10-2138 minThe Healthy PodEp. 26 - Mouth Tape, Red Lights & Mocktails: My Sleepmaxxing Deep DiveTikTok told you to tape your mouth shut, buy a red lamp, and sip a magnesium mocktailbefore bed. But does any of it actually work? Nicole unpacks the sleepmaxxing craze with humor,science, and some late-night honesty. From hormones and hot flashes to gadgets and glow, here’s thetruth about hacking your sleep — plus the peptide sneak peek that might replace melatonin gummies one day.
2025-10-1428 minThe Healthy PodEp. 25 - Peptide Princess Approved: Energy, Healing & Glow in a VialPeptides aren’t steroids, they’re your girl gang in a vial. NAD is the hype girl with endlessenergy, BPC is the healer who brings soup, GHK is the glam queen, and Retatrutide? She’sBeyoncé-level iconic. Nicole serves up the science, the sass, and the secrets to glowing skin, fasterrecovery, and weight loss that feels effortless. Call it hot girl healing — peptide style.
2025-10-0727 minThe Healthy PodEp. 24 - Skinny Shots, But Make it Smart: The Microdosing EraForget the “one-size-fits-all” GLP-1 trend — we’re talking microdosing. Tiny doses, bigresults. Less nausea, more glow, and actually sustainable. Nicole (aka your Peptide Princess) breaksdown how microdosing changes cravings, clears brain fog, lowers inflammation, and protects yourheart + kidneys without wrecking your vibe. Spoiler: smaller is smarter.
2025-09-3025 minThe Healthy PodEp. 23 - Besties, Frenemies & Fringe Friends: The Truth About Female FriendshipsFriendship is medicine, but not all friendships are created equal. 💕 In this episode we’re diving deep into the power of female friendships — from the science that shows your besties can literally help you live longer to the drama of toxic circles and what it means to be the “fringe friend.” Expect laughs, truth bombs, and practical tips to help you find your people, protect your peace, and build a sisterhood that lifts you higher. ✨
2025-09-2330 minThe Healthy PodEp. 22 - Let’s Talk About Sex (and Health), Baby! with Rachael GoodmanIs your sex drive the ultimate health check? 👀 Therapist Rachael Goodman joins me for a bold, unfiltered convo on why “if you’re not horny, you’re not healthy.” We’ll unpack how stress, hormones, and even your morning routine can turn the volume up (or down) on desire. Plus, why pleasure isn’t a luxury — it’s a responsibility. This one’s spicy, science-backed, and might just change how you think about health forever. 🔥 Find Rachel rglifecoach.com, leveluptherapy.ca @goodman_rach on Instagram
2025-09-1653 minThe Healthy PodEp. 21 - Faith, Love, and Resilience: Michelle Tegola’s StoryIn this inspiring episode of The Healthy Pod, Nicole sits down with Michelle Tegola—brand builder, social media strategist, wife, mom, and breast cancer survivor. Michelle shares her remarkable journey of converting to Judaism, finding true partnership, and navigating life’s biggest challenges with resilience, faith, and love. From building a personal brand that connects deeply online, to leaning on her community and her husband during her health journey, Michelle’s story is one of reinvention, strength, and authenticity. Find Michelle and Reyna of judea on instagram @reynaofjudea @iammichelletegola www.reynaofjudea.com
2025-09-0946 minThe Healthy PodEp. 20 - Bethenny, Jeans & Billionaire WeddingsWomen over 40 aren’t fading — we’re thriving. From Bethenny Frankel’s raw realness to the reality of mean moms in adulthood, this episode is about finding freedom in authenticity, owning your runway, and refusing to let judgment dim your light. Nicole also unpacks summer’s pop culture headlines: Sydney Sweeney’s denim backlash, and the Bezos-Sánchez Venice spectacle
2025-09-0229 minThe Healthy PodEp. 19 - Burnout, Beyoncé, and a Back-to-School ResetSeason 2 kicks off with some real talk: I was burnt out. Like, skin cancer surgery + motherhood judgment + broken bones burnt out. So I took a break. In this episode, I talk about pulling back from social media, focusing on family, and finding inspiration again through travel, nature, and even Beyoncé. Think of this as your permission slip to hit reset whenever you need it.
2025-08-2630 minThe Healthy PodEp. 18 - Joy Is a Rebellion: Aggressive Positivity with Limore TwenaWhat if the most healing thing you could do… was laugh?In this episode of The Healthy Pod, Nicole Pekerman sits down with Limore Twena — breast cancer thriver, truth-teller, and author of the bold new audiobook Aggressive Positivity. With honesty and humor, Limore shares what it really means to find strength in your struggle — and why she believes vulnerability and laughter belong in the same sentence.You’ll hear: • How Limore turned a breast cancer diagnosis into a book full of wit, wisdom, and glitter • Her most powerful quotes from Aggressive Positivity — and the stories behind them ...
2025-06-1054 minThe Healthy PodEp. 17 - We’ve Been Doing Weight Loss All Wrong—Here’s the FixForget what you’ve been told about calories, willpower, and chasing skinny. In this bold and unfiltered conversation, Nicole Pekerman sits down with Thinnr co-founder Mathew Melnick to expose the outdated weight loss myths keeping women stuck—physically, emotionally, and metabolically.Together, they reveal how Thinnr uses homeopathic medication combined with nutrition coaching and metabolic rebalancing to deliver real, sustainable weight loss—without relying on restrictive dieting or stimulant-based pills. This isn’t just another program. It’s a complete shift in how we approach health, hormones, hunger, and healing.You’ll hear the surprising science behi...
2025-05-2955 minThe Healthy PodEp. 16 - From Burned Out to F*cking Fit: Julian Brass on Midlife ReinventionTired, wired, and wondering if your best days are behind you? Think again.In this powerhouse episode of The Healthy Pod, Nicole Pekerman sits down with Julian Brass—former media mogul turned wellness coach and the unapologetic force behind the movement F*cking Fit Over 40. He’s here to blow up the myth that men in their 40s have to settle for brain fog, belly fat, or burnout.Together, they get real about: • Why so many high-achieving men are secretly struggling—and how to turn it around • The real reason you can’t stay consistent with your wo...
2025-05-1359 minThe Healthy PodEp. 15 - Secrets to Skin So Good, You'll Cancel Your Filter: Ayurvedic Beauty with Mangala Rao D’saIn this radiant episode of The Healthy Pod, Nicole sits down with longtime friend, wellness founder, and marketing powerhouse Mangala Rao D’sa—the creator of Chāsma Skin, a luxe Ayurvedic skincare brand blending ancient rituals with modern science.With 20 years of experience building iconic brands like PepsiCo, Roots, and Indigo, Mangala made a bold pivot from corporate life to holistic entrepreneurship. Now, she’s redefining skincare through the lens of Ayurveda—creating glow-boosting rituals that bring balance, beauty, and calm to your everyday routine.Together, Nicole and Mangala dive into: • What Ayurveda actually is—and how...
2025-04-3032 minThe Healthy PodEp. 14 - When Life Breaks (Literally): Navigating Mom Anxiety & New Wellness ShiftsIn this heartfelt episode of The Healthy Pod, Nicole — host, wellness advocate, and founder of Health Collective — opens up about a recent family scare: her son’s broken arm. She shares candidly about the emotional rollercoaster of being a mom in crisis and how the experience has impacted her mental and physical well-being. Nicole also dives into the new health and wellness protocols she’s implementing to stay grounded — including cutting out refined foods and simplifying her routine for deeper nourishment. In the second half of the episode, Nicole answers listener questions, covering everything from micromindfulness moments, to postpartum recovery...
2025-04-0954 min
The InjectorEp. 24 - The Healthy Pod podcast and Injector podcast: Better togetherGuest, Nicole Pekerman, Nutritionist and host of The Healthy Pod podcast comes on the Injector Podcast for this daily dose of Better together. On this episode the two podcasters really focus on what its like to have a trusting relationship for their provider. The two share insights of their journey and similarities of food, diet and their drive to continuously nourish to soul and body. Nicole explains her protocols for weightloss and diet along with eating right and how much support plays a role in this field. Tune in on this episode with lots of enthusiasm from both providers...
2025-04-0834 minThe Healthy PodEp. 13 - I was diagnosed with Skin Cancer, Here's how I turned my worst days aroundWhen I was diagnosed with basal cell carcinoma on my scalp, my world shifted. Fear, anxiety, and the “what ifs” took over—but I refused to let them define me.In this solo episode, I’m sharing my raw and honest journey from diagnosis to surgery and the exact science-backed steps I used to shift my mindset, reclaim my energy, and turn my worst days into moments of strength and gratitude.If you’re facing uncertainty, stress, or just need a mental reset, this episode is for you. Because even in the hardest moments, we have the power to t...
2025-03-2534 minThe Healthy PodEp. 12 - Mic drop moments with Dr. Sorkin OB/GYNThis week on the Healthy Pod we get to know the man behind the scrubs, Dr. Sorkin OB/GYN. We learn about his adolesence, who inspired him, how balances his incredibly busy life, his viral social media presence AND he dishes his BEST advice in his area of expertise: Women's Health. We dig into everything from child birth to menopause and everything in between. You do not want to miss this!
2025-02-251h 04The Healthy PodEp. 11 - Confessions from the Habit QueenNicole shares her best kept secrets on how to create and keep habits. Check out her top 10 hints to stick to your habits and make yourself proud. Episode References: Jim Kwik - Limitless
2025-02-1937 minThe Healthy PodEp. 10 - Thank god I didn't meet you today or we wouldn't be friendsIn part 2 of Nicole & Rachel's connect, we talk first impressions, what shaped us to be who we are and the 3 key questions we can ask ourselves to reach out full potential
2025-02-111h 05The Healthy PodEp. 9 - You're too happy to be realRachel Leung makes her podcast debut, holding nothing back. With 10+ years in corporate marketing, she knows the power of first impressions—but what happens when people don’t accept or understand you? In part one of this two-part conversation, we dive into the universal struggle of wanting to be liked, navigating different personalities, and learning to make peace with not being for everyone. Learn more and follow Rachel’s journey on Instagram: @nenesinlaInterviews referenced in this episode: • David Goggins – Stop Caring What People Think About You • Mel Robbins – “The Let Them Theory”
2025-02-0542 minThe Healthy PodEp. 8 - Setting Goals That StickNicole take you through the process she takes to set meaningful goals and stick to them. It's a great way to engage with the family and get deep. Here are some resources that Nicole mentions. https://stan.store/NicBlu
2025-01-2147 minThe Healthy PodEp. 7 - Ask the Expert with PeggyPeggy Zapantis shares all her best kept secrets, advice and treatments as we delve into skin care, maintaining our youthful appearance and ensuring our skin looks and feels amazing
2025-01-1453 minThe Healthy PodEp. 6 - Creative Movement with Ashli KatzAshli Katz brings inspiration, aha moments, nuggets to remember as breaks down her transformative method and shares her journey with Nicole & the healthy pod collective.
2025-01-071h 02The Healthy PodEp. 5 - Bio hacking your way to your best selfWe all want to live long, healthy, vibrant lives. We hear A LOT about biohacking in the media but it all sounds confusing and costly. In this episode Nicole breaks down the hacks, how they work and shares some of the easiest ones to try.
2024-12-1738 minThe Healthy PodEp. 4 - 'Tis the Season....Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the holiday season? Us too! Nicole breaks down her best tips and tricks on how to avoid weight gain, her best tips for managing the calendar and the waist line in a stress free way. Enjoy!
2024-12-0342 minThe Healthy PodEp. 3 - Chats with Your Fitness PalNicole's def a fitness queen. Today she shares some hints and tips with you about fitness, making it a habit, and why different forms are great for you! You don't want to miss some of her workout stories from the years. You'll get a laugh so get out for that walk or job or ride and take a listen.
2024-11-2658 minThe Healthy PodEp. 2 - The Skinny on the shots - Everything you need to know about GLP-1sEverything you need to know about GLP-1's - What is it? How does it work? The benefits, side effects and what you need to know to be successful- Let's GO! For more check out our insta on @healthcollective_usa Weighted vest - https://amzn.to/3YQfj2SFibre - https://amzn.to/3S1I342 Tea - https://amzn.to/47z5ckkB Vitamin - https://amzn.to/3SjtHNS
2024-11-1938 minThe Healthy PodEp. 1 - My StoryFor the first time in such depth, Nicole opens up to discuss her early life growing up in Toronto, her relationship with food, experience in Corporate America and why her latest chapter encompasses health, wellness, fitness and changing lives. She shares her basic philosophies and she approached Health & Wellness at Health Collective.
2024-11-1231 min2024-10-2500 min
Can't Shovel HurricanesEp. 31 - Weight Loss - Ozempic - Health CollectiveI had an insightful conversation with Nicole Pekerman, the President and CEO of Health Collective Weight Loss & Beauty Bar. As we delved into the realm of weight loss drugs, she shared her expertise on their effects. We also discussed her family's decision to relocate from Toronto to South Florida, unveiling the personal reasons behind their transformative move.
2023-08-1552 min
Stand Out Leaders In Health & Wellness14 - Your Health And Wellness Potential with Paid Workout's Nicole PekermanYour host, Lisza Crisalle, talks with Nicole Pekerman of Paid Workout. People will set broad, long-term goals that are ultimately unrealistic because they lose motivation over time. At Paid Workout, their goal is simple: they want to encourage people to maintain a healthy lifestyle by offering incentives to work out.To learn more about Nicole's work, visit https://paidworkout.com/
2022-03-1741 min
Mind Your BodyEP 68: Getting Paid to Sweat with Nicole PekermanWhat if you could get PAID to work out?
Nicole Pekerman, founder and CEO of Paid Workout Corp., joins the Mind Your Body Show this week. If you need some motivation to stick to your workouts this is an episode you don’t want to miss!
She shares how Paid Workout Corp.,an innovative fitness motivation app, keeps people motivated to work out by paying people money for reaching their fitness goals and has awarded $100,000 to date. Want some of that? Tune into the show to learn how you can get paid to sweat!
2021-12-2042 min