The Goodwin Social Lex Goodwin

If you know me, you know I'm all about the intersection of food and functional medicine. Today, I had the pleasure of chatting with Kevin Weatherall, the founder of Rising Tide. This wonderful company is all about harnessing the power of functional mushrooms to create delicious organic coffee creamers and overnight oats. 
 
Kevin has been working in the natural food space for ten years, and in our conversation, he shares his insights on eating clean and feeling good. We discuss the different types of mushrooms and their benefits, how Rising Tide sources their mushrooms, and the best ways to incorporate them into your routine. We also touch on the difference between psychedelic mushrooms and functional mushrooms. Plus, Kevin shares his tips for small business owners and entrepreneurs passionate about wellness and Eastern practices.
 
IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT:
- (3:03) Why Kevin fell in love with mushrooms 
- (6:14) The benefits of functional mushrooms and the best way to take them 
- (10:36) How to quality-check your mushrooms 
- (13:50) Differences between functional and psychedelic mushrooms
- (18:51) Tips for incorporating nutritious foods for families, especially with young kids 
- (22:03) Kevin’s entrepreneurial journey, successes, and valuable lessons learned in the food business
 
CONNECT WITH KEVIN
Learn more: rising-tide.co 
Follow Rising Tide on Instagram: @risingtideco 
Follow on TikTok: @risingtideco 
Check out the products on Amazon 
 
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Dr. Olivia Watkins, a renowned naturopathic doctor specializing in women's health, joins me today to help you navigate the ebbs and flows of your hormones. Dr. Watkins doesn't believe in striving for hormonal perfection. Instead, she encourages embracing the natural fluctuations of being a woman. Through connecting to the various aspects of your life - stress levels, relationships, and mental well-being - she offers a comprehensive approach to healing that will leave you feeling empowered and in control. 
In our conversation, Dr. Watkins covers common imbalances such as adrenal dysfunction, Candida, and estrogen dominance and offers strategies for recognizing them and taking back control of your health. We also touch on gut health, the role of gluten in your diet, and identifying male causes of infertility. 
 
IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT:
- (9:32) Dr. Watkins' unique experience practicing medicine in Dubai 
- (17:55) How to establish a deeper connection with your body and tune into signs of imbalance
- (31:42) Common hormone imbalances, their causes, and how they impact women's health
- (35:25) Immediate steps to take when experiencing adrenal dysfunction or post-partum fluctuations 
- (40:35) Gut health, gluten, and sugar 
- (53:59) The importance of involving male partners in your infertility conversations
 
CONNECT WITH DR. WATKINS
Work with Dr. Watkins: droliviawatkins.com 
 
CONNECT WITH LEX
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Today, I'm chatting with Ellyse Nichole Bollinger, founder, creative director, and visual brand strategist of ENC - a top-tier boutique non-agency specializing in branding. We dive into all things entrepreneurship, branding, and creativity, so this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to launch or maintain their business! 
Ellyse shares her agency's secret recipe for balancing content and creativity, stressing the importance of pushing boundaries to explore new creative avenues in business. We also touch on her leadership style, the significance of understanding your brand's "why," and her four essential phases of scaling a business. Ellyse believes in embracing the messiness of growth during transition periods and offers her wisdom for navigating your personal life alongside your business.
 
IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT:
- (2:34) What is a non-agency? 
- (11:06) Ellyse's four key foundational marketing phases for launching your business
- (16:37) Why branding is more than the visuals 
- (20:06) Advice for getting to the core of your brand 
- (30:49) Balancing your personal life and running a business 
- (36:16) Tips for navigating periods of transition 
 
CONNECT WITH ELLYSE
Follow ENC Agency: @encagency 
Learn more about ENC: www.encagency.com 
 
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Dr. Morgan MacDermott, a licensed Naturopathic Doctor specializing in women's reproductive health, creator of Milk Medicine, and co-host of the “Healthy As A Mother” podcast, joins me today to share her journey and mission to empower modern mothers. With a background that seamlessly blends functional medicine, clinical expertise, and firsthand experience, she helps women be informed, intentional, and confident in the transformative phases of motherhood. 
In our conversation, Dr. MacDermott emphasizes the importance of setting aside expectations and finding a balance between knowledge, wisdom, and intuition when approaching motherhood. We touch on what it means to be a modern mother and how to navigate a world characterized by technology and increasing toxicity. Dr. MacDermott discusses the challenges and joys of motherhood, highlighting the need to surrender to the journey, learn from mistakes, break negative generational cycles, and prioritize your health. 
 
IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT:
- (4:14) Dr. MacDermott’s early historical and anthropological interests 
- (16:18) The intersection of modern resources with traditional motherhood
- (25:45) Tips for navigating overwhelming online information 
- (29:38) Setting the foundation for yourself to successfully approach parenthood
- (36:01) Understanding Mom Guilt and how to embrace your mistakes
- (47:17) Prioritizing your health so you can be fully present in your child's life 
 
RESOURCES
- Register for Dr. MacDermott’s Six Week Pregnancy Call HERE 
- The Continuum Concept 
- The Power Of Vulnerability | Brené Brown 
 
CONNECT WITH DR. MACDERMOTT
Follow Dr. MacDermott: @morganmacdermott 
Follow Milk Medicine: @milkmedicine 
Check out milkmedicine.com 
Listen to Healthy As A Mother
 
CONNECT WITH LEX
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I have some exciting life news to share - I'm expecting! I'm currently 25 weeks pregnant and feeling incredibly grateful for every step of this journey. Those of you who have been following me for a while are aware of my struggle with infertility, which led me to explore the world of functional medicine and embrace a new lifestyle focused on optimizing my health.
In this episode, I share my experience of exploring the root cause of my infertility, discuss how I worked with various tests, treatments, and doctors, and highlight the lifestyle changes I made to optimize fertility. I hope my perspective can guide and support any of you going through your fertility journey! 
 
IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT:
- (2:17) The importance of an individualized approach to optimize fertility
- (3:56) The moment I knew I needed to turn to functional medicine
- (6:16) Various tools and methods I used to get my body functioning optimally 
- (9:26) The effective changes and harm reduction I've noticed in my body 
 
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When I started the pod, I knew I had to invite on my dear friend and true inspiration, Mikaela Kostaras. Mikaela is an entrepreneur, content creator, and author known for her social media platform, "She Loves Formula 1." In our chat, Mikaela discusses her decade-long passion for Formula 1, a male-dominated sport, and how she has created a safe space for women through her platform. 
Mikaela talks about her experiences overcoming the challenges and pressures women face in the sport. She also shares her social media strategies, the ways she has built a positive community through her platform, and tips for creating content with passion. Mikaela emphasizes the power of reinvention and starting fresh when things seem to fall apart. She encourages you to believe in yourself and embrace these moments as opportunities for growth and change! 
 
IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT:
- (3:17) What Formula 1 is and how Mikaela initially got in the sport
- (13:33) Lessons from Mikaela's book on self-love and manifestation
- (19:55) Tips for practicing manifestation
- (23:40) Navigating the pressure of digital content creation 
- (30:36) Overcoming the challenges of being a woman in a male-dominated sport
- (37:27) Advice for personal growth and transitioning from your 20s to 30s 
 
RESOURCES
- You Can’t Break up with Yourself: Falling in Epic Love with Your Life 
 
CONNECT WITH MIKAELA
Follow Mikaela: @shelovesformula1
On TikTok: @shelovesf1 
Learn more: shelovesf1.com 
 
CONNECT WITH LEX
Follow the pod: @thegoodwinsocial