The OrganiMama Podcast

Kristen van Gilse
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The OrganiMama Podcast is a dive into all things holistic health & toxin free - WITHOUT living in fear. Join Kristen, The OrganiMama, as she explores topics ranging from beauty products to pharmaceuticals to mold, so you can walk away with the ability to thrive, not just survive.

Episodes

  1. 1D AGO

    How We Lost Our Home To Toxic Mold

    In this episode of the OrganiMama Podcast, Kristen sits down with her husband, Nick, to share a very real and personal chapter of their family’s story—discovering mold in their first home and the unexpected ripple effects it had on their health. They open up about the symptoms that first raised red flags, especially the intense reactions their daughter was experiencing, and how those clues led them down the path of testing and uncovering the root cause. Together, they walk through what they learned about mold, why it matters so much for family health, and the practical steps they took toward remediation, house hunting, and mold prevention. It’s an honest conversation about navigating fear, overwhelm, and the financial strain that can come with hidden toxins in the home. Learn to spot the signs, test with confidence, and create a mold-safe home for your family by taking The OrganiMama’s Guide to Mold. Shop Crunchi and use code ADVOCATE10 for 10% off your first order over $50. Snag a copy of any of the OrganiMama guides 20% off with code PODCAST.  Check out my website with more resources for toxin free living and weekly blog posts for more learning!  Follow along on instagram @the.organimama and @theorganimamapodcast for exclusive content and lots of fun!

    1h 22m

  2. 05/07/2025

    Kristen's Doctor Husband Tells All

    Today, Kristen is chatting with her husband Nick, a newly-minted Doctor. They talk through the medical school process, his experience going through SOAP after not matching into his desired specialty, and answer dozens of listener-submitted questions. If you’ve been wondering what it’s like to be a holistically-minded Doctor in the conventional system, give this episode a listen!! Shop Crunchi and use code ADVOCATE10 for 10% off your first order over $50. Try out our family’s favorite non-toxic laundry detergent TrulyFree (we use unscented as a preference but the scent is safe!) - code is ORGANIMAMA for 30% off. Snag a copy of any of the OrganiMama guides 20% off with code PODCAST.  Check out my website with more resources for toxin free living and weekly blog posts for more learning!  Follow along on instagram @the.organimama and @theorganimamapodcast for exclusive content and lots of fun!

    1h 4m

  3. 04/30/2025

    Toxins in your Baby Stuff with Amber

    In this episode, I got to chat with Amber, the owner of Modern Nursery, all about our favorite toxin free baby gear and what to use and what to avoid for your little ones.  In this episode, Amber and I chat about: How she developed Modern Nursery into what it is todayThe best baby clothing materials Toxic flame retardants in baby gear + how to avoid themOrganic baby personal care products Cloth Diapering  Certifications to look for in your baby stuffBaby mattress materials and current sleep standardsNew Zealand SIDS study Shop at Modern Nursery for fully vetted baby gear all around!   Check out OrganiBaby for everything you need to know to welcome your little one, including everything I have for my own babies! Use code PODCAST for 20% off.  My favorite option for renting organic cotton baby clothes washed with non-toxic laundry detergent: UpChoose Snag a copy of any of the OrganiMama guides 20% off with code PODCAST.  Check out my website with more resources for toxin free living and weekly blog posts for more learning!  Follow along on instagram @the.organimama and @theorganimamapodcast for exclusive content and lots of fun!

    42 min

  4. 04/23/2025

    Toxins in Your Home with Irina Webb

    In this episode, I got to chat with Irina Webb all about living a low tox life without fear mongering. She is truly an expert of product research. Her experience researching to help consumers know what to buy/have in their homes, as well as advising companies on the safety of ingredients for their products made her the perfect person to explore all the things you may want to swap out in your home!  In this episode, Irina and I chat about: How she got started researching productsWhy it is important to avoid toxins in your kitchen, living areas, and bedroomHarmful ingredients in your kitchen, living areas, and bedroomSafe alternatives to consider swappingFind Irina on IG or at her Website. Grab an AirDoctor air purifier here up to $300 off - no code needed! Try out our family’s favorite non-toxic laundry detergent TrulyFree (we use unscented as a preference but the scent is safe!) - code is ORGANIMAMA for 30% off. Snag a copy of any of the OrganiMama guides 20% off with code PODCAST.  Check out my website with more resources for toxin free living and weekly blog posts for more learning!  Follow along on instagram @the.organimama and @theorganimamapodcast for exclusive content and lots of fun!

    58 min

  5. 04/09/2025

    Toxins in Your Electronics with August Brice

    In this episode, I got to chat with August Brice, the founder of Tech Wellness. Through her own diagnosis of electromagnetic hypersensitivity, August built a business centered on helping people like herself who are highly sensitive to technology. Her and her team are constantly working to empower people to have a more healthy, safe, secure, and balanced relationship with digital technology. In this episode, August and I chat about: What got her interested in technology and the safety of itHow technology affects our health and wellness What is EMF and how does it affect the body?Are cell phones and bluetooth safe? Minimizing EMF exposure while travelingCheck out all the resources August mentioned to learn more about how technology can affect our health: Dr. George Carlo BookMagda Havas - specialist in EHS Dr. Kimberly Young - coined “internet addiction”Martin Paul + Dimitrios Panagopoulos - electrosensitive voltage gated calcium channels Ionizing versus non-ionizing radiation Uli Johansson movieDr Henry Lye magnetic EMF studiesNational Toxicology Program five year studyDr George Carlo study on harmonizersTech wellness research tab Baby monitor study related to insomnia disordersAirPod thyroid nodule StudyJoel Moskowitz + Henry Lye Research websiteEnvironmental Health Trust WebsiteCalifornia Information on EMF study on EMF when you use your phone in the carBlog post on car/phone usageAmericans for Responsible Technology Products August mentioned/uses: HeadphonesWiFi SwitchPhone stand Stylus EMF Meters EMF Blocking Bed Canopy Hard Wire Kit Smart Phone StrapGrab an AirDoctor air purifier here - no code needed! Try out our family’s favorite non-toxic laundry detergent TrulyFree (we use unscented as a preference but the scent is safe!) - code is ORGANIMAMA for 30% off. Snag a copy of any of the OrganiMama guides 20% off with code PODCAST.  Check out my website with more resources for toxin free living and weekly blog posts for more learning!  Follow along on instagram @the.organimama and @theorganimamapodcast for exclusive content and lots of fun!

    56 min

  6. 04/02/2025

    Toxins in Your Food with Parker Brook

    In this episode, I got to chat with Parker Brook the founder of Lovebird Cereal who left his job in big food to start his own cereal company Lovebird. With his experience starting and running a company, he has so much wisdom on ingredients to avoid or look for while shopping in the grocery store.  In this episode, Parker and I chat about: How he started his own cereal company and his inspiration behind it How he reads an ingredient label and what you can learn from itAll the things in our foods that are counterproductive to our health: preservatives, additives, artificial dyes, high fructose corn syrup, and moreHow to shop in the grocery store for the healthiest optionsFollow Lovebird on IG and Facebook. Shop the Lovebird website.  Use the Store Locator to find Lovebird Cereal near you! Get the healthiest meat for the best price with Wild Pastures. Use my link and save 20% for life and $15 off your first box. Try out our family’s favorite non-toxic laundry detergent TrulyFree (we use unscented as a preference but the scent is safe!) - code is ORGANIMAMA for 30% off. Snag a copy of any of the OrganiMama guides 20% off with code PODCAST.  Check out my website with more resources for toxin free living and weekly blog posts for more learning!  Follow along on instagram @the.organimama and @theorganimamapodcast for exclusive content and lots of fun!

    1h 5m

  7. 03/26/2025

    Toxic Mold Exposure with PJ Harlow

    In this episode, I got to chat with PJ Harlow from PJ Harlow Wellness all about toxic mold exposure. As a holistic mold consultant and the expert who helped us in our mold journey, she has so much knowledge on the best ways to deal with mold in your home and guided us through a very tough time! If you are at all curious about mold and  how to deal with it, this episode is a great place to start. In this episode, PJ and I chat about: Her personal experience with toxic mold exposureHow she got started and what she did to learn about mold to help othersWhat mold exposure looks or feels like in your home First steps to take if you think that you may have mold in your homeResources on how to identify and deal with mold in a safe wayCheck out PJ’s website for all the information you need on dealing with mold in your home.  Connect with PJ on Instagram. Find more resources from PJ here including her favorite products for your home and guides for finding a healthy home. We are using the HomeCheck Guide as we look for a new mold-free home - it is truly the resource that every homeowner or potential home owner needs! Grab an AirDoctor air purifier here - no code needed! Shop Crunchi and use code ADVOCATE10 for 10% off your first order over $50. Snag a copy of any of the OrganiMama guides 20% off with code PODCAST.  Check out my website with more resources for toxin free living and weekly blog posts for more learning!  Follow along on instagram @the.organimama and @theorganimamapodcast for exclusive content and lots of fun!

    1h 15m

  8. 03/19/2025

    Toxins in Your Pharmaceuticals with Just the Inserts

    In this episode, I got to chat with Alexandra from Just the Inserts and dive into the details of what is really in the pharmaceuticals available to us, whether that is over-the-counter medication, prescriptions, vaccines, birth control, and more.  In this episode, Alexandra and I chat about: How she got started with Just the InsertsWhat is an insert?Why you should read an insert before accepting a medical productThe concerns about birth controlVaccines and possible adverse reactions Find Just the Inserts on socials: IG + X Check out the amazing resources on her website.  Get equipped with the how to read an insert training course Check out Well Considered, the book that will help you make informed medical decisions for you and your family. For help finding a provider near you that provides informed consent: informed consent doctor database Grab an AirDoctor air purifier here - no code needed! Shop Crunchi and use code ADVOCATE10 for 10% off your first order over $50. Snag a copy of any of the OrganiMama guides 20% off with code PODCAST.  Check out my website with more resources for toxin free living and weekly blog posts for more learning!  Follow along on instagram @the.organimama and @theorganimamapodcast for exclusive content and lots of fun!

    1h 4m

  9. 03/12/2025

    Toxins in Your Beauty Products with Melanie Petschke

    In this episode, I got to chat with Melanie (one of the co-founders of Crunchi) all about my favorite makeup/skincare brand and the ins and outs of making products that are both safe to use and perform at the highest level. In this episode, Melanie and I chat about: How she and Kelly started a clean makeup brand The downfalls of some of the ingredients used in the beauty industryGreenwashing in the beauty industryCrunchi’s extremely high standards on performance, quality, and safe ingredients Product Certification for beauty products  Shop Crunchi and use code ADVOCATE10 for 10% off your first order over $50. Melanie’s favorites for skincare are the I AM Polished® Facial Exfoliator and Goldenlight® Multi-Peptide Facial Serum. Her makeup favorites are the Beautifully Flawless Foundation and Sunlight® Tinted SPF 30! Connect with Melanie on Instagram. Subscribe to Wild Pastures for the best organic meat for the best price. Use my link and save 20% for life plus $15 off your first box.  Snag a copy of any of the OrganiMama guides - 20% off with code PODCAST.  Check out my website with more resources for toxin free living and weekly blog posts for more learning!  Follow along on instagram @the.organimama and @theorganimamapodcast for exclusive content and lots of fun!

    1 hr

  10. 03/05/2025

    Toxins in Your Cleaning Products with Allison Evans

    In my first interview of the season, Allison (co-founder of Branch Basics) and I are tackling how to clean up your cleaning products for a safer home. She shares so much knowledge from running her cleaning products company Branch Basics. Fun fact: Branch Basics was my first toxin free swap! In this episode, Allison and I chat about: How her Aunt Marilee influenced her to become toxin free Starting a company right out of collegeWhat ingredients and products to avoid in your cleaning products How she travels toxin free (and her best hack for staying at an air b&b!) Shop Branch Basics and use code THE.ORGANIMAMA for 15% off! Follow along on Instagram for more from our friends at Branch Basics. Learn more about clean living on the Branch Basics blog. A great resource on any product or ingredient: EWG Skin Deep  Try out the Build your own report resource we mentioned! Grab an AirDoctor air purifier here up to $300 off - no code needed! Shop Crunchi and use code ADVOCATE10 for 10% off your first order over $50. Snag a copy of any of the OrganiMama guides 20% off with code PODCAST.  Check out my website with more resources for toxin free living and weekly blog posts for more learning!  Follow along on instagram @the.organimama and @theorganimamapodcast for exclusive content and lots of fun!

    50 min

  11. 03/05/2025

    My Crunchy Origin Story

    Join me in my no-holds-barred story of how I got to where I am today in my toxin free journey!  In this episode I talk about:  My diagnosis of a chronic illness that started on my honeymoonOur journey of finding mold in our first home  How we started swapping toxin free items - and how you can tooHow we healed my health through toxin free living Answers to listener questions My recommended starting point: download my free guide the Healing Blueprint for some easy tips to jumpstart your holistic living journey. Grab an AirDoctor air purifier here up to $300 off - no code needed! Check out my new favorite workout gear from Namarie and use code organimama15 for 15% off. Snag a copy of any of the OrganiMama guides 20% off with code PODCAST.  Check out my website with more resources for toxin free living and weekly blog posts for more learning. Follow along on instagram @the.organimama and @theorganimamapodcast for exclusive content and lots of fun!

    1h 3m
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The OrganiMama Podcast is a dive into all things holistic health & toxin free - WITHOUT living in fear. Join Kristen, The OrganiMama, as she explores topics ranging from beauty products to pharmaceuticals to mold, so you can walk away with the ability to thrive, not just survive.

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  • Creator
    Kristen van Gilse
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    11
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Kristen van Gilse

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