STARS ABOUT STARS®

Iryna Wood
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Since 2020, STARS ABOUT STARS® has been a thought-provoking podcast exploring the defining turning points in the lives of well-known personalities. Host Iryna Wood uses her proprietary interview technique, built around each guest's date of birth and seen through the lens of astrology, numerology and spirituality, to uncover the stories behind the success. Some episodes reveal remarkable celebrity journeys. Others unfold as intimate conversations that connect real-life experiences with personal life cycles and pivotal challenges, showing how moments of crisis become catalysts for growth, resilience and transformation. Iryna's signature questioning method and narrative storytelling take every conversation beyond the headlines, into authenticity, vulnerability and untold stories. Created for leaders, creatives and conscious listeners, STARS ABOUT STARS® delivers emotional intelligence, meaningful self-reflection and fresh perspective, and a powerful reminder that every life journey carries purpose and the potential for transformation.

  1. 14h ago

    S.2 Ep.14 - I Nearly Died Twice: Simon Borg-Olivier on Pain, Love & Why Happiness Is a Choice

    In this inspiring episode of Stars About Stars Podcast hosted by Iryna Wood, yoga teacher, physiotherapist, and university lecturer Simon Borg-Olivier shares the real story behind a life devoted to bridging ancient Eastern wisdom and modern science. Simon opens up about learning to hold his breath as a child from his freediver father, nearly dying twice, first after inhaling chlorine gas at fifteen and then from a machete wound in Goa at twenty-nine, breaking his neck at twenty, choosing yoga over a career in science, co-founding Yoga Synergy, studying with legendary teachers in India, sitting without breathing for nine and a half minutes in a university experiment, becoming a father, and why love, connection, and a calm nervous system are the true foundations of health. Through astrology and numerology-inspired questions, this heartfelt conversation uncovers the mindset, values, and experiences that shaped a man who believes happiness is a choice, not something you wait for.

    S.2 Ep.14 - I Nearly Died Twice: Simon Borg-Olivier on Pain, Love & Why Happiness Is a Choice

  2. 14h ago ·  Bonus

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    Introducing What If Your Greatest Adversity Has a Purpose? from The Oprah Podcast. Follow the show: The Oprah Podcast BUY THE BOOK! Ahead of All Parting by Barry Michels ⁠https://amzn.to/3TTMT8B⁠ Psychotherapist and bestselling co-author of The Tools, Barry Michels, joins the podcast to discuss his extraordinary new memoir, Ahead of All Parting. This is a conversation for anyone searching for meaning in life’s most difficult moments and seeking to discover how transformation is possible in the face of extreme adversity. Barry has been diagnosed with a terminal brain disease, Lewy body dementia. Despite the inevitable pain and grief that come with a devastating health diagnosis, he now sees it as the path he was meant to walk—a path that has opened him up in ways he never thought possible, revealing the power of vulnerability, love, prayer and the written word. Drew Barrymore, one of Barry’s longtime clients, also joins the conversation to share the life-changing impact he’s had on her life. 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:14 - Welcome Barry Michels, author of Ahead of All Parting 00:06:35 - Barry speaks on Lewy Body dementia 00:09:20 - Grief after hearing a diagnosis 00:12:18 - When did Barry notice something was off 00:14:14 - Getting a diagnosis 00:16:15 - Adversity has a purpose 00:19:45 - Not hiding after a diagnosis 00:20:25 - Welcome Drew Barrymore 00:23:00 - Drew Barrymore on going through challenges 00:25:50 - Drew Barrymore on watching Barry navigate his illness 00:27:20 - How the diagnosis changed Barry as a therapist 00:28:30 - Appreciating life 00:29:50 - Feeling guilt with a diagnosis 00:38:22: Welcome Alex, who was diagnosed with kidney failure 00:43:22 - Religion during a diagnosis 00:49:20 - Barry Michels on writing 00:54:00 - Barry Michels on seeing his mortality Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/ ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/oprahpodcast/⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/oprah/?hl=en⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/⁠ Listen to the full podcast: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLI⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381 DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to team@podroll.fm.

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  3. Oct 9

    S.2 Ep.13 - Love, Loss & America – Mariia Kaidashova

    In this inspiring episode of Stars About Stars Podcast hosted by Iryna Wood, Ukrainian model Mariia Kaidashova shares the real story of putting her modeling career on hold for love, only to find her true calling again after a devastating personal tragedy. Mariia opens up about her childhood in Kharkiv and her parents' divorce, turning down her first modeling offer to save a nine-year relationship, leaving Ukraine because of the war, ending that relationship and moving to America with just 300 dollars, losing her former partner after a tragic accident, living with guilt, and finally stepping onto the path she was always meant to follow. Through astrology and numerology-inspired questions, this heartfelt conversation uncovers the mindset, values, and experiences that shaped a young woman learning to forgive herself and trust her dreams.

    S.2 Ep.13 - Love, Loss & America – Mariia Kaidashova

  4. Oct 3

    S.2 Ep.12 - Dr. Nicole LePera: Inside the Mind of a Leading Holistic Psychologist

    In this inspiring episode of Stars About Stars Podcast hosted by Iryna Wood, psychologist, bestselling author, and founder of the SelfHealers movement Dr. Nicole LePera, known to millions as The Holistic Psychologist, shares the real story behind her journey from a lonely, anxious child in Philadelphia to one of the most influential voices in mental health today. Nicole opens up about growing up without emotional attunement, carrying deep loneliness through her twenties in New York City, struggling with panic attacks, breaking the habit of people-pleasing, choosing a child-free life, overcoming her fear of the camera, writing four books, and why true healing must include the body, not just the mind. Through astrology and numerology-inspired questions, this heartfelt conversation uncovers the mindset, values, and experiences that shaped the woman who helped millions of people begin their journey back to themselves.

    S.2 Ep.12 - Dr. Nicole LePera: Inside the Mind of a Leading Holistic Psychologist

  5. Aug 12

    S.2 Ep.11 - Behind the Camera: Brittney Levine's Story of Finding Success, Abusive Relationship and Motherhood

    In this inspiring episode of Stars About Stars Podcast hosted by Iryna Wood, television host and PR professional Brittney Hope Levine shares the real story behind her career in media, the entertainment industry, and life beyond the spotlight.  Brittney opens up about surviving an emotionally abusive relationship, overcoming pregnancy loss, building a successful television career, working in public relations, navigating social media, handling criticism, and why authentic relationships matter more than fame. Through astrology-inspired questions, this heartfelt conversation uncovers the mindset, values, and experiences that shaped one of today's respected TV personalities.

    S.2 Ep.11 - Behind the Camera: Brittney Levine's Story of Finding Success, Abusive Relationship and Motherhood

  6. Aug 5

    S.2 Ep.10 - Exclusive Interview with LIL SNUFF at Skinny Joey Merlino's Cheesesteaks

    How do you build a successful personal brand in today's digital world? In this exclusive episode of the Stars About Stars Podcast hosted by Iryna Wood, Joe "Lil Snuff" Perri – co-host of The Skinny with Joey Merlino podcast, entrepreneur, restaurant owner, and social media personality, shares the real strategies behind growing a loyal audience, creating viral content, and turning consistency into success. We discuss social media growth, Instagram strategy, content creation, personal branding, entrepreneurship, overcoming addiction, sobriety, and the mindset required to build a successful business in the digital age. Snuff also reveals his favorite content strategies, lessons learned from building millions of views, and the importance of staying authentic online.

    S.2 Ep.10 - Exclusive Interview with LIL SNUFF at Skinny Joey Merlino's Cheesesteaks

  7. Jul 28

    S.2 Ep.9 - The Untold Life of AJ Benza: Hollywood, Scandals & Personal Truths

    What happens when one of Hollywood's most outspoken insiders sits down for a deeply personal conversation about fame, success, family, and life's biggest turning points? In this episode of Stars About Stars podcast hosted by Iryna Wood, media personality, podcaster, author, and former celebrity columnist AJ Benza opens up like never before. From unforgettable encounters with celebrities and Hollywood legends to his journey through journalism, television, marriage, fatherhood, and personal reinvention, AJ shares the experiences that shaped his life. He discusses working with Sylvester Stallone, his views on Donald Trump, the challenges of fame, financial setbacks, and why becoming a father changed everything.

    S.2 Ep.9 - The Untold Life of AJ Benza: Hollywood, Scandals & Personal Truths

  8. May 30

    S.2 Ep.8 - True Story of The Man Who Shaped Pop Culture Fashion. Jeff Hamilton

    In this episode of the Stars About Stars Podcast hosted by Iryna Wood, a legendary fashion designer Jeff Hamilton shares the story behind his rise from Morocco and France to the United States, where he built one of the most iconic leather jacket brands in celebrity, NBA, and streetwear culture. In this exclusive interview, Jeff opens up about chasing the American Dream, changing his name to sound more American, arriving in the U.S. with only $6,000, and creating jackets worn by Michael Jordan, Madonna, Michael Jackson, Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, Snoop Dogg, and more. Jeff Hamilton reveals how he founded Guess Men, became a pioneer in luxury leather fashion, and transformed custom NBA championship jackets into cultural icons. He also speaks candidly about business struggles, lawsuits, depression, divorce, losing confidence in himself, and the powerful comeback that reignited his creativity and career. From astrology and spirituality to discipline, hustle, success, and resilience, this conversation is filled with inspiring life lessons for entrepreneurs, fashion lovers, NBA fans, creatives, and anyone pursuing greatness.

    S.2 Ep.8 - True Story of The Man Who Shaped Pop Culture Fashion. Jeff Hamilton
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Since 2020, STARS ABOUT STARS® has been a thought-provoking podcast exploring the defining turning points in the lives of well-known personalities. Host Iryna Wood uses her proprietary interview technique, built around each guest's date of birth and seen through the lens of astrology, numerology and spirituality, to uncover the stories behind the success. Some episodes reveal remarkable celebrity journeys. Others unfold as intimate conversations that connect real-life experiences with personal life cycles and pivotal challenges, showing how moments of crisis become catalysts for growth, resilience and transformation. Iryna's signature questioning method and narrative storytelling take every conversation beyond the headlines, into authenticity, vulnerability and untold stories. Created for leaders, creatives and conscious listeners, STARS ABOUT STARS® delivers emotional intelligence, meaningful self-reflection and fresh perspective, and a powerful reminder that every life journey carries purpose and the potential for transformation.

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  • Creator
    Iryna Wood
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    40
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2023, Iryna Wood, All Rights Reserved
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