In this eye-opening episode of The Health and Wellness Coach Journal Podcast, Dr. Jessica Singh speaks with Dr. William Davis, a cardiologist and New York Times bestselling author of Wheat Belly, Wheat Belly Cookbook, Wheat Belly 30-Minutes (or Less!) Cookbook, and Wheat Belly Total Health, as well as Wheat Belly 10-Day Grain Detox, Undoctored, and Super Gut. His newest book, Super Body: A 3-Week Program to Harness the New Science of Body Composition and Restore Your Youthful Contours, explores emerging science on body composition, the microbiome, and long-term metabolic health.

Dr. Davis shares how his work as a cardiologist—and a personal turning point—led him to reexamine conventional approaches to heart disease risk. He discusses why wheat and sugar contribute to metabolic changes that negatively affect whole-body health.

The discussion moves beyond diet to explore why removing harmful foods may only be the beginning. Dr. Davis explains how antibiotics, numerous medications, modern food, environmental exposures, chronic stress, and disrupted sleep deplete protective microbes, impacting various aspects of health.

This episode also explores microbiome implications for women’s and maternal health, infant development, SIBO, and the relationship between stress, sleep, circadian rhythm, and the gut–brain axis. Dr. Davis offers practical guidance for coaches and healthcare providers seeking credible, evidence-informed microbiome resources.

Together, Dr. Singh and Dr. Davis discuss the education gap in medicine—particularly around nutrition and the microbiome—and why clinicians often need to expand beyond traditional training to support prevention and long-term healing.

This conversation is a call to rethink prevention and recognize that rebuilding the microbiome is a powerful way to reclaim agency and improve health.

Timestamps

0:00 - Introduction

1:29 - Challenging the Health Narrative: Insights on Wheat and Heart Disease from Dr. William Davis

10:49 - Why Diet Alone Isn’t Enough: Microbiome Health and Restoring Key Microbes from Dr. William Davis

17:21 - Super Gut Takeaways: Insights on Lost Microbes and Their Role in Health and Disease by Dr. William Davis

19:48 - The Critical Education Gap in Medicine: Nutrition and the Microbiome—Why Clinicians Must Learn What Training Missed from Dr. William Davis

27:27 - Insights on the Microbiome in Maternal and Women’s Health from Dr. William Davis

32:41 - SIBO Is More Common Than You Think: Insights on Hidden Microbial Overgrowth, Health Effects, and Rebalancing the Microbiome from Dr. William Davis

43:09 - The Impact of Stress and Sleep on the Gut: Insights on Circadian Rhythm and Microbiome Health from Dr. William Davis

47:37 - Finding Credible Microbiome Resources: Guidance for Coaches and Healthcare Providers from Dr. William Davis

51:12 - Takeaways

In this episode, Dr. Jessica Singh is joined by Dr. J. Paul Luftman, a family and sports medicine physician with over 25 years of experience in academic medicine, clinical practice, and healthcare leadership. After surviving a near-fatal widowmaker heart attack, Dr. Luftman entered a new chapter of healing, characterized by quiet reflection, emotional honesty, and a new understanding of health and wellbeing.

Drawing from his new book The Widowmaker’s Gift: Balancing Science and Well-Being in Healthcare, Dr. Luftman shares how he uncovered the deeper layers of stress and emotional strain that had gone unrecognized for years. His story highlights a powerful truth many healthcare workers and coaches relate to: how caring for people is especially difficult when we are disconnected from ourselves.

Together, Dr. Singh and Dr. Luftman discuss the importance of self-awareness in healing and the need to redefine what it means to succeed in medicine and helping professions. They also examine the importance of healing partnerships and emphasize that responsibility and agency are essential for sustainability.

The conversation also gently touches on spirituality and meaning-making. Dr. Luftman explains how stillness and reflection create space for clarity and connection. His approach is grounded, open, and accessible, offering an invitation rather than a command.

This episode encourages coaches and clinicians to slow down, notice their inner experience and honor their own humanity.

For detailed show notes, resources, and information to connect with Lewin Keller, visit:https://www.centerforhealthandwellnesscoaches.com/blog/from-heart-attack-to-awakening-dr-joseph-luftman-on-redefining-healing

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Timestamps:

0 - Introduction

2:49 - Dr. Luftman’s Story - Healing, Transformation, and The Widowmaker’s Gift

6:20 - The Widowmaker’s Gift: Book Overview & Highlights

10:05 - Heart Attack as a Journey: From Victimhood to Self-Awareness and Empowerment

13:25 - The Importance of Partnerships in Healing and Transformation

15:39 - The Power of Self-Awareness in Healing and Transformation

22:05 - Holistically Redefining Success

26:21 - Spirituality in Healing, Health, and Well-Being

32:31 - Takeaways

In this thought-provoking episode of The Health and Wellness Coach Journal Podcast, Dr. Jessica Singh is joined by Lewin Keller, founder of CoachBot.ai, an AI platform on a mission to make coaching accessible to one billion people.

After undergoing his own profound transformation — from couch potato to Ironman, from consumer to yoga teacher, and from party animal to father of three — Lewin trained as a professional coach himself. His personal journey from corporate burnout to balance and alignment has shaped his mission to build ethical technology that amplifies human connection rather than replaces it. With tech experience ranging from startups to Google, he combines AI tools, no-code technology, and the vision of a coach-centered marketplace to empower coaches to create their own AI products — for easier client acquisition, delivery, and scalable impact.

Together, Dr. Singh and Lewin explore the evolving intersection of coaching, AI, and ethical considerations. Lewin gives an overview of the use of LLMs (large language models) in a coaching context, and shares how thoughtfully designed tools can support coaches with onboarding, session summaries, and accountability. allowing coaches to focus on curiosity, empathy, and deep listening.

Lewin also delves into ethics in AI, including topics such as privacy, consent, “ethical memory,” and the essential role of human oversight in maintaining client safety and trust. Lewin emphasizes that technology should serve as a partner to coaches, not a substitute, and that ethical design must remain at the core of innovation.

The episode concludes with Lewin’s advice for coaches seeking to bridge the gap between technology and practice—encouraging curiosity over fear, discernment over dismissal, and innovation grounded in compassion.

This episode is both practical and deeply reflective, reminding listeners that the future of coaching lies not in choosing between humanity and technology, but in thoughtfully integrating the two.

For detailed show notes, resources, and information to connect with Lewin Keller, visit: https://www.centerforhealthandwellnesscoaches.com/blog/lewin-keller-on-ai-in-coaching-and-ethical-considerations

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Timestamps:

0 - Introduction

1:29 - Levin Keller’s Life and Career Story

8:27 - The Awakening Within: When Crisis Sparks Transformation

14:19 - Cultivating Purpose and Fulfillment Through Presence

18:10 - Re-envisioning Coaching: Lewin’s Vision for CoachBot.ai

24:32 - Practical Uses of LLMs and AI in Coaching

33:57 - Ethical Use of AI and Technology in Coaching

44:48 - Lewin’s Advice for Coaches: Bridging AI and Tech Gaps

49:01 - Takeaways

In this compelling episode of The Health and Wellness Coach Journal Podcast, Dr. Jessica Singh is joined by Tiffany Jana—widely known as Doc Jana (they/them)—to unpack Subtle Acts of Exclusion (SAEs) and why understanding them is essential for every coach and leader seeking to foster belonging and psychological safety.

Doc Jana brings a holistic and transformative lens to this work as a best-selling social justice author, international keynote speaker, and founder of the world’s first diversity-focused Certified B Corporation. They are a certified Sound Healing Practitioner, yoga, reiki, and meditation teacher, International Coaching Community (ICC) Certified Professional Coach, death doula, artist, and energy worker. Doc Jana has been featured in numerous publications and media including Fast Company, NY Times, and Forbes for their work on diversity, equity, empowerment, and inclusion.

Together, Dr. Singh and Doc explore insights from Doc Jana's book, Subtle Acts of Exclusion: How to Understand, Identify, and Stop Microaggressions, co-authored with Dr. Michael Baran. The book offers a comprehensive framework for recognizing, reframing, and addressing microaggressions—often unconscious behaviors that can marginalize individuals and undermine psychological safety.

Doc also discusses attributional ambiguity and internalized marginalization, offering strategies to turn negative self-talk and societal messages into affirmations of worthiness. They share how cultivating self-awareness and cultural humility enables coaches and leaders to create safer, more inclusive environments.

This conversation is both deeply human and profoundly actionable. Doc Jana reminds us that inclusion begins within and that every coach and leader can foster belonging through presence, accountability, and compassion—one conversation at a time.

For detailed show notes, resources, and information to connect with Doc Jana, visit: https://www.centerforhealthandwellnesscoaches.com/blog/doc-jana-on-subtle-acts-of-exclusion-key-insights-for-coaches-and-leaders

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Timestamps:

0:00 - Introduction

3:26 - From Awareness to Action: Doc Jana’s Journey Into the Field of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

6:30 - Subtle Acts of Exclusion: Book Insights and Summary by Doc Jana

11:52 - Leading With Awareness: The Transformative Impact of Subtle Acts of Exclusion

17:14 - Understanding Attributional Ambiguity

20:26 - The Power of Self-Talk: Rewriting the Messages of Internalized Marginalization

25:22 - Exploring Gaps In Coaching Education

34:05 - Takeaways

In this insightful episode of the Health and Wellness Coach Journal Podcast, Dr. Jessica Singh interviews Neal Sundberg, NBC-HWC, CRC, a recognized leader in health and wellness coaching with over a decade of experience in mental health counseling, coaching, and healthcare innovation. Neal has played key roles at Ginger and Headspace, where he helped scale a 24/7 coaching platform from 500 to more than 8,000 weekly sessions—while enhancing outcomes and the overall member experience. Currently, he serves as Director of Coaching at Brightline, overseeing training and quality for Bright Life Kids, a program that offers free coaching to children aged 0 to 12 living in California.

Neal’s journey into coaching began with his own search for meaning during a period of mental health challenges in college. Initially pursuing a career in therapy, he earned his master’s in counseling but ultimately discovered coaching as a way to support people without the barriers of diagnoses or insurance requirements. At Ginger, he found a space where coaching could meet subclinical needs and empower people to move from surviving to thriving.

Together, Dr. Singh and Neal discuss the similarities and differences between therapy and coaching, the opportunities and challenges of working in a startup environment, and the lessons he learned when stepping into leadership roles in the tech-enabled coaching space. Neal also shares his groundbreaking work with children and parents at Bright Life Kids. The conversation also highlights how technology—from scaling platforms to AI-powered tools—can expand access, reduce administrative burdens, and ultimately help coaches do what they love most: coach.

Neal’s story is a powerful reminder of how curiosity, courage, and compassion can shape not only a career but also the future of health and wellness coaching. His insights offer inspiration for coaches, healthcare professionals, and anyone eager to explore how coaching can transform both individual lives and entire systems of care.

For detailed show notes, resources, and information to connect with Neal Sundberg, visit: https://www.centerforhealthandwellnesscoaches.com/blog/health-coaching-in-startups-insights-with-neal-sundberg

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Timestamps:

0:00 - Introduction

1:36 - Neal’s Journey To Becoming A Coach

4:15 - Exploring Common Ground Between Coaching And Therapy And Understanding Their Differences

7:24 - Neal’s Insights On Coaching Leadership In A Start-Up Environment

12:14 - Neal’s Experience Coaching Kids

17:51 - Enhancing Coaching Impact Through Technology

22:18 - Takeaways

In this insightful episode of the Health and Wellness Coach Journal Podcast, Dr. Jessica Singh sits down with Aimee Carlson a National Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach, licensed massage therapist, Chopra-certified meditation teacher, Duke-trained coach, and co-founder of Mountain Lotus Wellbeing. Through her coaching practice, Aimee helps women cultivate balance, vitality, and alignment.

Aimee’s path was shaped by both personal and professional turning points. Although she had long been interested in massage therapy, early career priorities and the demands of being a young mother led her toward the corporate world. Years later, career burnout, shifting values, and a back injury prompted her to reconsider her direction. Recognizing massage therapy as a powerful tool for healing rather than just an occasional luxury, she left her corporate role and completed massage school.

However, when the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted her hands-on practice, she felt called to expand her work through coaching and transition careers.

Together, Dr. Singh and Aimee explore the synergies between coaching and massage therapy, including shared ethical foundations, the role of presence and intuition, and the research-supported benefits of massage. They also talk about the journey of health and wellness professionals seeking to integrate multiple modalities into a sustainable, values-driven practice.

Aimee's journey is a powerful reminder that healing is not linear, and that having knowledge of multiple holistic health modalities can offer clients a deeper, more lasting transformation. Her heart-led approach offers valuable insight for anyone building a practice rooted in compassion and purpose.

For detailed show notes, resources, and information to connect with Aimee Carlson, visit: https://www.centerforhealthandwellnesscoaches.com/blog/navigating-dual-practice-as-a-coach-and-massage-therapist-with-aimee-carlson

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Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

1. American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA). Research Articles & Position Statements. https://www.amtamassage.org

2. Society for Oncology Massage. https://www.s4om.org

Timestamps

0:00 - Introduction

1:41 - Called to Heal: Aimee’s Motivation to Pursue Massage Therapy

3:47 - Aimee’s Journey Into Coaching

7:02 - Aimee’s Experience: The Requirements of Becoming a Massage Therapist

9:26 - What Is the Scope of Practice for Massage Therapists?

11:41 - Benefits of Massage Therapy

18:22 - Contraindications to Massage Therapy

20:13 - Aimee’s Experience Practicing Both Coaching and Massage Therapy

29:59 - Takeaways

In this episode of the Health and Wellness Coach Journal Podcast, Dr. Jessica Singh sits down with Clare Norman, Master Certified Coach and author of Cultivating Coachability. With over twenty years of experience in coaching and coach supervision, Clare is on a mission to encourage coaches to be more vocal about coachability, expecting more of coaching custodians and thinkers alike such that those thinkers are coaching-ready

Together, Clare and Dr. Singh explore the often-overlooked but essential concept of coachability: what it is, how it differs from coaching readiness, and why it matters. Clare offers thoughtful distinctions that speak to the heart of what many coaches experience in practice: misalignment, unclear expectations, or clients who may not yet be ready for the work coaching entails. This conversation highlights how coaches must cultivate coachability to stay aligned with their ethics and scope of practice, regardless of their niche or practice setting.

In this episode, Clare Norman also explores the often-overlooked role of the coaching custodian—those who hold responsibility for the structure, delivery, and integrity of coaching within organizations. In private practice, the coach often assumes this role themselves, making intentional coach screening and assessing whether coaching is appropriate particularly important. Clare offers thoughtful guidance on setting boundaries, screening for coachability, and reframing success in ways that support more ethical, sustainable coaching relationships. Her insights equip coaches to lead with greater clarity, care, and accountability—whether they’re working independently or within a broader system.

Whether you're a new coach navigating your first few clients or a seasoned practitioner, this episode sheds light on how to cultivate coachability for deeper, more sustainable impact.

For detailed show notes, resources, and information to connect with Clare Norman, visit: https://www.centerforhealthandwellnesscoaches.com/blog/why-cultivating-coachability-is-key-for-effective-coaching-with-clare-norman

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Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

1. Norman, Clare. Cultivating Coachability: How to Leverage Coaching Readiness So Thinkers Can Optimise Value. Right Book Press, 2024.
2. Norman, Clare. Mentor Coaching: A Practical Guide. McGraw-Hill Education (UK), 2020.
3. Norman, Clare. The Transformational Coach: Free Your Thinking and Break Through to Coaching Mastery. Right Book Press, 2022.

Timestamps

• 0:00 - Introduction
• 1:57 - Clare’s Summary of Cultivating Coachability
• 4:54 - Coachability: The Overlooked Essential in Coach Training
• 7:30 - How Do You Show the Value of Coaching?
• 13:05 - Coaching Readiness vs. Coachability: What’s the Difference?
• 16:59 - The Role of a Coach: Exploring the Essence of Coaching
• 28:16 - Understanding the Distinction Between Mentoring and Supervision
• 32:07 - The Essential Role of the Coaching Custodian
• 35:47 - Beyond the Initial Coaching Agreement: Recontracting
• 37:37 - Takeaways

In this powerful and deeply personal episode of the Health and Wellness Coach Journal Podcast, Dr. Jessica Singh sits down with Dean Hall, a licensed therapist and success coach with over 35 years of experience. A two-time cancer survivor and two-time world record-setting extreme distance swimmer, he is the first person in history to swim the entire 187-mile length of Oregon’s longest river, the Willamette River, which he completed as an active cancer patient, and Ireland’s longest river, the River Shannon, measuring 180 miles. These swims were not only physical feats but also marked spiritual and emotional turning points that led to an unexpected remission and ignited a powerful new calling.

Dean shares the extraordinary story of how the death of his beloved wife Mary and his own repeated brushes with mortality catalyzed a profound transformation in his understanding of healing. Instead of following the conventional advice to "fight cancer," Dean began to question the cultural conditioning around illness and realized that staying in a chronic state of fight-or-flight was preventing true healing. Inspired by a shift in perspective—from battling disease to loving life—Dean embraced the healing power of nature and purpose, leading to an unexpected remission and the founding of his initiative, Wild Cure Way, to help individuals leave behind the confines of concrete jungles and digital distractions to rediscover the transformative healing power of nature through his nature-based approach.

Throughout the episode, Dean and Dr. Singh explore how becoming one’s own best advocate, reclaiming agency, and reconnecting with nature can lead to physical, emotional, and spiritual healing. Dean reflects on how his fight against cancer evolved into a practice of surrender, presence, and purpose—urging coaches and healthcare providers alike to walk alongside patients with humility, grace, and deep listening. His story is not only a testament to the resilience of the human spirit but also a reminder that healing is not merely about pursuing a cure; it’s about reclaiming meaning and connection during the time we have.

Dean and Dr. Singh explore how purpose, immersion in nature, and mindset shifts can foster profound healing physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Dean also shares how he reframed his fight with cancer by choosing to love life rather than fight disease, and how this shift in perspective empowered his transformation.

This episode is a powerful testament to the power of purpose, the impact of nature on health and healing, and how coaches and healthcare providers can support individuals during their most defining moments through deep listening and by encouraging reconnection with what matters most.

For detailed show notes, resources, and information to connect with Dean Hall, visit: https://www.centerforhealthandwellnesscoaches.com/blog/healing-from-cancer-wild-water-swimming-and-the-power-of-purpose-with-dean-hall

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Resources Mentioned in This Episode

1. Turner, Kelly A. Radical Remission: Surviving Cancer Against All Odds. HarperOne, 2014.

2. Turner, Kelly A. Radical Hope: 10 Key Healing Factors from Exceptional Survivors of Cancer and Other Diseases. Hay House, 2020.

3. Hall, Dean. The Wild Cure Way. 2023

4. Radical Remission Project. Radical Remission Project. https://radicalremission.com

5. Li, Qing. Forest Bathing: How Trees Can Help You Find Health and Happiness. Viking, 2018.

Timestamps

• 0:00 - Introduction
• 3:23 - Dean's Healing Journey
• 15:14 - Turning Points
• 33:05 - Swimming Toward Legacy: How Deans' Dream Led to Unexpected Healing and Remission
• 39:46 - Trading Fighting Cancer for Loving Life
• 42:36 - Be Your Own Best Advocate
• 48:40 - Takeaways