The WellZest Podcast

Teju Owoye
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  • Alternative Health
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Welcome to The WellZest Podcast, where audacious conversations about health and wellness come to life. Join us as we sit down with the top holistic health and wellness experts to demystify the complexities of well-being and expose the truth behind trending fads. We tackle the tough questions you're curious about but hesitant to ask, breaking down barriers to bring you the insights and advice you need to live a healthier, more balanced life. This is the wellness podcast you've been waiting for—fearless, informative, and transformative.

  1. Mar 23

    WHY YOUR WORKOUTS AREN'T WORKING | "THE WELLZEST PODCAST" WITH ARIEL HOFFMAN, HEALTH COACH

    In this episode of The Wellzest Podcast, host Teju Owoye sits down with health coach Ariel Hoffman to break down the truth behind popular wellness trends. They dive into common wellness myths, the science behind nutrition, and how understanding what you eat can make healthy living much simpler. Ariel shares practical tips on building sustainable habits through better diet, movement, and lifestyle choices. We also break it down into our signature segments like True or False, Reddit Rabbit Hole, and What’s In Your Bag, where we tackle the internet’s biggest wellness myths and trending health debates head-on. The conversation also highlights why getting reliable health information from the right sources matters, because misinformation around diet and wellness can have long-lasting effects. If you're looking to simplify nutrition, move better, and build a healthier lifestyle without falling for every new trend, this episode is for you. Chapters (00:00:00) - Meet Ariel Hoffman(00:04:18) - What Do People Do To Get Well?(00:06:10) - What Do You Do About Diet and Exercise?(00:11:11) - Healthy Habits: Assessment, Implementation, and Practice(00:17:17) - Wagons On The Oregon Trail(00:18:57) - In the Elevator With Amy Poehler(00:22:59) - Melissa Etheridge on Body Dysmorphia(00:28:48) - "I'd Rather People Eat Processed Junk Than Eat Fruit"(00:29:45) - The Fitness Industry Gets It Wrong About Women's Bodies(00:34:59) - In the Elevator With A Hip Injury(00:37:13) - In the Elevator With a Hip Injury(00:39:09) - How to Prevent High Performance Women From Burning Out(00:44:12) - How To Help Someone Realize Their(00:49:04) - How Motherhood Has Changed Your Perspective On Your Body(00:52:23) - Arielle Reveals The Fear Of Pregnancy & Postpartum(00:57:01) - "Get Your Body Back"(01:01:20) - More Dance in Our Fitness Routine(01:04:24) - True or False: Fitness Is Mostly About Willpower(01:06:21) - Rapid Fire(01:08:06) - Self-Care 101(01:10:06) - The Best Piece Of Advice You've Ever Ignored(01:12:23) - People Try Their Spiciest Food(01:13:28) - Trending! Shy Girl Workout(01:16:18) - Follow Fitness Influencers' Routine(01:17:42) - Daily Routine for Burnout and Mental Health Recovery(01:19:24) - What Should Women Do Different In Their 30s?(01:22:10) - Wellness Over 30: What's The Problem With The Wellbeing(01:26:43) - What's In People's Bags??(01:29:32) - The Secret to a Good Bag(01:32:16) - Sausage in the Box(01:32:40) - Ariel Hoffman on The Energy Reset

    1h 35m

  2. Mar 3

    FOOD IS NOT THE ENEMY | "THE WELLZEST PODCAST WITH KARIN ADONI, NUTRITIONIST & HEALTH COACH

    In this episode Teju sits down with Karin Adoni, a certified wellness coach, nutritionist, and entrepreneur- for an honest, insightful, and practical conversation about food, wellness, and building a healthier relationship with your body. We dive deep into how eating habits, disordered eating, and diet culture affect not just physical health, but also mental wellbeing, lifestyle choices, and long-term quality of life. Karin shares her expert perspective on why a holistic approach to wellness is essential—one that goes beyond restrictive diets and focuses on sustainability, balance, and self-awareness. The episode is packed with both education and fun, broken down into engaging segments like True or False, Reddit Rabbithole and What's In Your Bag- designed to tackle the internet’s biggest wellness questions and myths. This episode is for anyone who’s tired of diet myths, overwhelmed by wellness trends, or looking to create sustainable lifestyle changes that actually support their health. Whether you’re on a healing journey with food or simply want to feel better in your body, this conversation offers clarity, compassion, and actionable insights. Chapters (00:00:00) - Wellness Expert Corinne Adani on Wells Nest Podcast(00:01:32) - My Eating Disorders Origins(00:05:26) - How I overcame my eating disorders(00:08:36) - The Tools That Helped Me Stop Anorexia(00:13:07) - Fighting an Eating Disorder(00:18:54) - Food is an addiction(00:22:54) - Obesity Is Genetic(00:26:09) - "Body positivity" is not a shaming tactic(00:29:06) - Ozempic Ads are CRAZY(00:33:17) - How Do Our Hormones Impact How We Eat?(00:36:14) - How to Stop Emotional Eating(00:40:47) - The Social Media Hype on Nutrition(00:44:33) - How To Tell If A Diet Is Extinct or Not(00:49:18) - READ IT! Sweetener labels(00:50:42) - True and False: Low Carb Diets For Women(00:51:59) - Cravings and health(00:54:09) - Rapid Fire Questions For Women On Hormonal Pms(00:56:29) - Punishment For Drinking Matcha(00:57:22) - Wild Trend: Oat Zempic(01:00:32) - How to Track Calories(01:01:19) - How To Help Get Rid Of Sugar Cravings(01:02:32) - The Best Diet for Health and Longevity(01:03:26) - What's in My Bag??(01:06:10) - Corinne Doney on Working On Her Wellbeing

    1h 8m

  3. Feb 19

    COMMUNAL LIVING: FUTURE OF WELLNESS? | "THE WELLZEST PODCAST" WITH MARAT OMAROV

    In this episode, Teju Owoye talks to the founder of The ARK, a cutting-edge regenerative village redefining how we live, work, and connect. From the science behind communal living to the practicality of building in the forest, they explore the psychology of community, living close to nature, internet wellness trends vs real-world sustainability and whether regenerative villages are idealistic or inevitable Through this episode, Teju attempts to find out if this a utopian experiment or the blueprint for the future? This episode taps into: - Digital burnout audience - The nomad lifestyle and expat crowds - Wellness seekers - Anti-hustle culture - Sustainability & climate-aware audience - “Leaving the system” thinkers Chapters (00:00:04) - Meet Murat Omerov(00:01:24) - Murat on the Arc of Discovery(00:04:29) - What Made You Quit Politics?(00:08:58) - What's The Problem With Our System?(00:13:56) - Patriarchy vs Matriarchy(00:21:28) - The Rise of the Resistance(00:27:00) - The role of women in the workplace(00:28:04) - The story of Charles Darwin and Alfred Russel Wallace(00:33:55) - The feeling of separation in Costa Rica(00:41:03) - Gen Z on Social Media(00:46:45) - The Genesis of the Ark(00:51:07) - In the Elevator With ego(00:53:47) - The arc of life: meaning not escape(00:59:47) - What is the Difference Between Regenerative and Sustainable Communities?(01:03:05) - What is the regenerative economy?(01:05:50) - The Challenges of Co-Living(01:09:42) - Community rituals continue to evolve(01:15:09) - In the Elevator With Eminem(01:15:28) - Three Simple Practices for Women to Heal Their Souls(01:24:17) - Are You Using AI?(01:28:49) - Is AI Destroying Humanity?(01:32:58) - How Do Bees Die?(01:33:43) - What Is It About Us Humans?(01:34:36) - Decentralized Village vs. Regenerative Living: True or(01:35:10) - Will Wealth and Nature coexist?(01:37:18) - What is Wealth and Its Forms?(01:38:27) - Spicy Questions(01:40:34) - "The Most Overrated Idea About Living Off The Land"(01:41:42) - 5 Rituals That You swear by(01:44:14) - One belief about success and intimacy(01:46:00) - I Love The Wellness Trend(01:49:15) - Mixed feelings about happiness(01:51:15) - How to Have a Good Time with Friends(01:51:28) - Trending: Micro-Villages, Homesteads(01:52:59) - Are AI Integrated EcoVillages a Good Idea?(01:54:41) - Do You Think That Freedom Requires Total Disconnection?(01:55:53) - What Are The Problems With Regenerative Farming?(02:03:09) - Real Estate: Future of Fractional Ownership(02:05:47) - Real Estate: Fractional Ownership(02:10:33) - Should We Return to Communal Living?(02:11:32) - Villages: The Way to Live(02:15:37) - What's in Your Bag?(02:16:50) - The Arc(02:19:37) - The Secret to Living Well(02:21:24) - A Taste of Inspiring People

    2h 22m

  4. Jan 15

    SCIENCE MEETS SPIRIT | "THE WELLZEST PODCAST" WITH JENNIFER PAYEUR, RESEARCHER & STORYTELLER

    In this episode, Teju Owoye sits down with Jennifer Payeur for a wide-ranging conversation on stem cell research, regenerative science, and holistic healing. Jennifer shares insights from her research, her documentary work, and her broader perspective on health that bridges science, consciousness, and the human experience. Together, they explore how modern research and holistic thinking can coexist- and what the future of healing may look like. Chapters (00:00:00) - Jennifer Pear on Plant Stem Cells(00:02:26) - How My Early Life Changed My Career(00:05:34) - In the Flow: reconnecting with nature(00:07:32) - How I Learned to Listen to My Body's Messages(00:12:31) - What Drives You to Make the Right Move?(00:14:37) - Jennifer Jones on her journey to plant stem cells(00:18:19) - In the Light of the Body(00:19:48) - Immunity through plant stem cells(00:22:12) - Chemical Signals of Detoxing(00:24:00) - What are some of the differences between plant stem cells and human stem(00:27:05) - Teaching plant stem cells to cancer patients(00:31:11) - How to Rest Your Nervous System(00:34:22) - What brings you joy in your life?(00:38:14) - How to Heal Your Body with Plant Stems(00:44:26) - Signs of a Toxin-laden Body(00:46:57) - Walking Through The Journey Of Truth(00:50:24) - True or False(00:50:40) - 7 plant remedies that work(00:52:29) - How to Detox Your Body in a Week(00:54:00) - The Most Overrated Habit(00:56:20) - A plant to help you look younger(01:01:44) - "I feel like I'm 30 years old"(01:02:46) - What's The Biggest Myth About Gemotherapy?(01:03:46) - TikTok Wild Trend: Plant Stem Cell Shampoos(01:06:23) - Can We Use Plant Stem Cells to Treat Stroke?(01:07:41) - Pregnancy Is Safe With Cactus Stem Cell(01:09:04) - What's the Current State of Scientific Studies on Spagyrics?(01:10:18) - Is Essential Oils a Scam?(01:11:53) - What's in My Bag?(01:13:54) - A message from the Wellness Sherpa

    1h 17m

  5. Jan 6

    FROM STRESS TO SUCCESS | "THE WELLZEST PODCAST" WITH MANDY LEBLANC, WELL-BEING STRATEGIST

    Ever wondered what really keeps employees energized, sane, and thriving at work? From rapid-fire truths about burnout, underrated wellness perks, and the wildest workplace trends, to raw Reddit confessions about stress, mental health, and the elusive four-day workweek- this episode spills it all. Mandy and Teju break down what actually works (and what’s just hype), share their personal rituals for stress-busting and focus, and reveal the surprising essentials they carry to stay sharp every day. Real talk, real strategies, and a few laughs along the way—this is the ultimate insider guide to surviving and thriving at work. Chapters (00:00:00) - Wellness in the Workplace with Mandy Le(00:01:14) - What Do You Think Move the needle in Workplace Wellbeing?(00:04:15) - What's the Wellbeing Program at Work?(00:08:47) - Fitbit versus Apple Watch: The Future of Wearable Technology(00:12:27) - What is one change in workplace wellness that's driving health outcomes?(00:14:35) - Wellness and Assessment of Workers(00:17:50) - How to Build a Multi-Generational Wellness Program(00:24:13) - What Drives People In The Workplace?(00:25:46) - Have we reached a tipping point in the battle against burnout?(00:31:25) - Mental health as a part of preventive care coverage(00:35:53) - Wellness Strategy: Coaching(00:38:23) - Breathing Work in the Workplace(00:41:51) - What Are the Wellness Programs at Companies?(00:48:11) - Wellness Programs and Employee Engagement(00:50:03) - On the Future of Teenagers(00:52:37) - Top Executives on Wellbeing(00:57:19) - Wellness Programs Fail Because They're Designed for Employees, Not Employees(00:58:05) - Remote Work: Improved Physical Health, Damaged Mental Health(00:59:02) - Leadership Burnout Is More Spreading Than Any Virus(01:04:16) - 7 Tips for Preventing Burnout(01:06:45) - What Is The First Sign An Employee Is On The Brink of(01:07:21) - The Most Overrated Wellbeing Perks(01:09:17) - What's the Best Word to Use in a Presentation?(01:09:51) - The People Who Did The Plank(01:10:37) - How to Boost Employee Well-Being(01:12:53) - Wild Trending: AI Therapy(01:13:58) - 4 Day Workweek Trial(01:16:35) - GAMIFIED Well-Being Apps(01:17:09) - Are Jobs Made to Be Stressful?(01:21:35) - What's Stopping Us From Going To A 4-Day Work(01:23:54) - I Had Burnout For The First Time At 31(01:28:35) - What's in Your Bag?(01:30:32) - Aries on Working With Mandy

    1h 33m

  6. 12/13/2025

    FROM MONK TO MODERN SUCCESS | "THE WELLZEST PODCAST" WITH MADHU, LIFESTYLE AND BUSINESS COACH

    What does it really mean to live a fulfilled life in a world obsessed with hustle, consumption, and constant stimulation? In this powerful episode of The Wellzest Podcast with Teju Owoye, we sit down with Madhu, a former monk turned holistic health and business coach, to debunk some of the biggest wellness and success myths of our time. Madhu shares his journey of becoming a monk at just 18 years old, what monastic life actually looks like (and what movies get wrong), and how ancient wisdom can be applied to modern careers, entrepreneurship, and mental health. In this episode, we explore: – Why happiness is not the same as contentment – The truth about hustle culture and burnout – How service—not accumulation—leads to fulfillment – Whether stress can actually be a tool for growth – Why monks often excel in business and leadership – How to build focus, discipline, and abundance in the modern world If you’re navigating wellness trends, questioning hustle culture, or seeking a more grounded, intentional life—this episode is for you. Chapters (00:00:00) - Maru On Why He Became A Monk At 18(00:05:52) - A monk's life in the monastery(00:07:46) - What Is A Monk?(00:10:07) - Service and its relation to happiness(00:12:07) - How to Find More Contentment and Happiness(00:18:46) - Having a mentor is key(00:19:33) - What has entrepreneurship taught you about self-actualization?(00:22:15) - What are the Big Things to Focus On in Order to Achieve Success(00:27:32) - What is the Hustle Culture?(00:31:54) - Financial Independence and Abundance(00:36:13) - Is Stress Real or a Tool for Growth?(00:38:27) - Does Digital Life Make Inner Peace Impossible?(00:39:49) - Bob Marley: Wealth is not only about money(00:42:13) - What is one ancient ritual that will explode in popularity next?(00:44:29) - How to Get Out of the Dark(00:46:18) - The 1111 Phenomenon(00:47:58) - Dopamine Detox(00:50:36) - Using AI for Guided Meditation(00:51:46) - What's in My Bag?(00:54:51) - A message for Madhu Life

    57 min

  7. 12/05/2025

    HEALING THROUGH DARKNESS | "THE WELLZEST PODCAST" WITH DR. CHAD SCOTT, THERAPIST, TEACHER & AUTHOR |

    In this powerful conversation, therapist, educator, and author Dr. Chad Scott joins Teju to explore the unexpected healing found in humanity’s darkest places. Drawing from his book Beyond the Darkness and his own journey through illness, grief, and profound transformation, Dr. Scott shares how visiting sites like Auschwitz, Hiroshima, and the Whitney Plantation can ignite empathy, perspective, and emotional breakthroughs that traditional therapy alone can’t unlock. Together, they discuss why “dark tourism” isn’t about sensationalizing tragedy—it's about honoring memory, confronting generational trauma, and discovering pieces of ourselves in places marked by suffering. From cemeteries in LA to sacred ground around the world, Dr. Scott explains how travel becomes a form of pilgrimage, reflection, and inner repair. This episode is a moving look at how stepping into the shadows can illuminate healing, deepen humanity, and reshape the way we walk through life. Chapters (00:00:00) - Dark Tourism(00:02:09) - Dark Tourism Star Visits the Hollywood Forever Cemetery(00:07:00) - The Doors on Their Childhood(00:09:00) - What was your most transformative trip as a child?(00:10:39) - What's Travel Been Like for You?(00:17:47) - The Trauma of Our Ancestors(00:21:04) - How to Define Dark Tourism(00:22:31) - Dark Tourism: Exploring the Unknown(00:29:26) - Dark Tourism: Auschwitz(00:33:52) - Exploring Your Comfort Zone Through Travel(00:35:29) - The Light of Your Life After Having a Liver Transplant(00:41:52) - How anxiety affected me after my liver transplant(00:42:26) - Dark Places of Hell(00:47:06) - Are Dark Tourism Places Safe for People?(00:49:25) - Dark Tourism and How It Affects Your Life(00:52:10) - True or False: Statements on Truth(00:52:39) - "Dark Tourism Can Bring Hope..."(00:56:56) - Judaism in Jerusalem(01:01:36) - How Travel Re-wires Your Brain(01:02:35) - "Most People Don't Know How To Grieve..."(01:04:10) - Is Dark Tourism Bad?(01:05:54) - How Movement Can Help With Trauma(01:08:16) - Travel Helped Me Gain a Broader Sense of Humanity(01:12:49) - TRAVEL Rituals(01:16:45) - "I love to travel"(01:17:29) - ChatGPT: Lonely Planet travel videos(01:20:10) - What's the Most Understood Emotion? Anger(01:21:31) - "One place you'll never go back to..."(01:23:55) - Does Anyone Get Lonely On Solo Trips?(01:25:37) - China vs France: The Most Surprising Moment(01:29:23) - Grief Tourism(01:31:06) - Travel Confessions: Influencers Lead Transformation Trips(01:33:11) - What Kind of Cultural Theory Lies Behind Dark Tourism?(01:37:07) - Is War Tourism Educational or Unethical?(01:40:27) - What's In My Bag?(01:44:37) - Flying With A Minimalist Bag(01:46:02) - Where Can You Find Dr. Chad Scott?

    1h 49m

  8. 09/18/2025

    FROM IDEA TO IMPACT: THE BUSINESS OF WELLNESS WITH JOSH CARR | THE WELLZEST PODCAST

    What does it really take to build a successful business in the world of wellness? In this episode of the WellZest Podcast, we sit down with Josh Carr, CEO of Echo Water, to explore the intersection of science, entrepreneurship, and health innovation. From breaking down the science of hydrogen water to sharing the lessons he’s learned as a wellness entrepreneur, Josh reveals what it takes to grow a brand with integrity, transparency, and impact. We dig into topics like wellness entrepreneurship, business mindset, the challenges of building in a crowded market, and why hydrogen-based health solutions may be the future of clean wellness. If you’ve ever wondered how to start a wellness business, what makes health innovation stick, or how to navigate the world of wellness entrepreneurship, this episode is for you. Chapters (00:00:00) - In the Elevator With Echo Water's CEO(00:01:54) - Echo Wellness Podcast: Walk us Through Where Everything Starts(00:07:55) - Paul Echogo drinks hydrogen water to help his health(00:10:40) - Hydrogen Water(00:12:30) - Hydrogen Water(00:13:41) - Intermittent Fast(00:16:05) - Did You Do A Longer Fast?(00:21:13) - Larry H. Miller on His Longevity(00:24:39) - Other benefits of Hydrogen Water(00:27:12) - misconceptions about Hydrogen Water(00:32:22) - Oxygen Bottles On Fire(00:33:00) - Exploring Hydrogen Water(00:36:45) - What Do You Expect From the Hydrogen Product Space?(00:42:07) - Is Hydrogen Good For You?(00:45:19) - How to Know When a Product is Science Based vs. Hoax(00:49:52) - Experiencing Hydrogen Water For The First Time(00:52:28) - Haz Hydrogen Water(00:57:09) - Three Facts That Are False About Hydrogen Therapy(00:58:51) - How Hydrogen Water Affects Your Gut(01:00:22) - How Hydrogen Water can help reduce oxidative stress(01:01:32) - Wellness Trends Often Move Faster Than Science(01:02:18) - My Favorite Wellness Routine for Energy(01:05:10) - What is your one daily health habit?(01:08:51) - Back to Farming in America(01:12:14) - Brian Johnson on His Wellness Goals(01:15:32) - How to Get to Sleep With an ADD Brain(01:16:56) - Khalal Water vs Hydrogen Water(01:18:51) - DIY Ozone Therapy and HYPERBATHIC OZ(01:21:54) - Is Hydrogen Infused Skin Care Real?(01:23:39) - Is Big Wellness the New Big Pharma?(01:27:35) - Are Supplements Just Another Form of Wellness Consumerism?(01:31:30) - What's In My Bag?(01:35:36) - Reveal: Building a Website With Replit

    1h 40m
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Welcome to The WellZest Podcast, where audacious conversations about health and wellness come to life. Join us as we sit down with the top holistic health and wellness experts to demystify the complexities of well-being and expose the truth behind trending fads. We tackle the tough questions you're curious about but hesitant to ask, breaking down barriers to bring you the insights and advice you need to live a healthier, more balanced life. This is the wellness podcast you've been waiting for—fearless, informative, and transformative.

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  • Creator
    Teju Owoye
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    22
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026
  • Show Website
    The WellZest Podcast