Today's guest is Marci Hopkins. She is an award-winning TV host, creator and executive producer of Wake Up with Marci.  Marci is a fearless voice in television who tackles a wide range of issues on her show, including mental health, domestic violence, divorce, addiction, trauma, social impact, health, wellness, and more. The conversations she has with her guests are candid with a mission to inspire and empower her audience to feel more hopeful and happy. She is a mother of two, philanthropist, sexual abuse survivor and is six years sober.    What I discuss with Marci:    0:00 intro 2:47 What made Marci use alcohol to cope? 5:02 How peri-menopause impacted her mental health (& how she handled it) 6:31 Advice for those experiencing peri-menopause 9:19 The cycle of addiction (& how she got caught up in it) 11:18 Responding in a way that’s “healthy” after experiencing hardship 14:53 Insights on how to handle parents/loved ones that are battling addiction 21:48 How to know if it’s addiction or just a “bad habit”  26:21 Empowering people to share their stories & get help after going through something traumatic 33:29 The power of forgiveness and letting go of resentment  39:07 Tools for handling discomfort  44:44 Having faith even when life seems unfair  48:46 Advice for someone who is struggling with addiction   Connect with Marci here   Thank you to today's sponsor: Organifi: Receive 20% off your order by going to: www.organifi.com/doug     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's guest is Ann Louise Gittleman, Ph.D CNS. She is an internationally recognized nutritionist who has been a pioneer in diet, health and nutrition. Ann Louise continues breaking new ground in integrative and functional medicine and is an award-winning New York Times bestselling author of over 35 books on health and nutrition and at age 70, she isn’t slowing down. Ann Louise also has overcome some massive adversity in her life as she suffered a near fatal concussion many years ago and truly believes that a positive mindset and resilience were vital to her recovery and key to living a long, healthy life.   What I discuss with Anne Louise: 0:00 intro 2:49 Was longevity talked 40 years ago and why did she begin to explore it? 7:58 Her experience working at Bellevue hospital (director of nutrition at pediatric clinic) 9:05 Nutrition’s impact on mental health 10:05 The impact of “purpose” on longevity (if any…) 11:21 Eating foods that are native to your community (& which foods help with longevity) 14:23 Diet Myths (the one about keto may surprise you) 18:56 Anne Louise’s biggest tips to increase immunity 21:46 Simple health hacks 24:54 These health trends have lasted the “test of time” 26:30 Is it ever too late to detox your body (& how to do it…) 28:14 Ways to improve water filtration  31:12 Her favorite sources of healthy fats 34:15 How to stay positive after experiencing tragedy 38:43 Three Tips to live longer and happier 40:13 What’s next for her?!   Episode resources:    •Connect with Ann Louise on here     Thank you to today's sponsor:   Earth Echo Foods/Cacao Bliss: www.earthechofoods.com/dougbopst Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 15% off your order   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's guest is Catt Sadler. She is a three-time Emmy-winning journalist with twenty years on-air experience. Catt is well known for her work on E! Entertainment where she spent more than a decade contributing to E! News, E! News Weekend, Daily Pop, Live From E! and a myriad of network specials. She's also been a fixture on the red carpet covering high-caliber events and interviewing celebrities during awards season. Today she hosts the "It Sure is a Beautiful Day" podcast where she motivates her listeners to become the best version of themselves.    Today’s conversation is going to go in a completely different direction as we are going to spend quite a bit of time talking about her personal life and get into subjects such as healing, parenting, relationships, spirituality, personal growth and more!     What I discuss with Catt: 0:00 Intro 2:46 Does Catt like blind dates?! 3:34 Catt shares her journey of “being enough” 6:22 What prompted her healing journey? 9:56 What caused her to repeat unhealthy patterns? 12:47 Leaving something that is no longer serving you… 17:06 The fitness achievement that changed Catt’s life 20:26 Her unhealthy habits while she was working in entertainment  22:39 Life after leaving E! (Including how she reinvented herself) 29:55 What were the game changers in her healing journey? 35:52 Finding MEANING in the adversity  38:12 Was there a setback that became a BLESSING? 44:03 Handling difficult conversations 46:07 This interview she did went VIRAL 49:39 Top lessons she’s learned in 2021 (one might SURPRISE YOU)   Episode resources:  Connect with Catt on IG here Listen to her podcast here   Thank you to today's sponsor:   Organifi: Receive 20% off your order by going to: www.organifi.com/doug Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s episode is an absolute MASTERCLASS on Forgiveness!   Dr. Fred Luskin, Ph.D joins me today. He is the Director of the Stanford Forgiveness Projects and Senior Consultant in Health Promotion at Stanford University and is a Professor at the Institute of Transpersonal Psychology. He presents lectures, workshops, seminars and trainings on the importance, health benefits and training of forgiveness, stress management and emotional competence throughout the country. Dr. Luskin holds a Ph.D. in Counseling and Health Psychology from Stanford University   What I discuss with Dr Luskin: 0:00 Intro 2:27 Why does he feel forgiveness is SO IMPORTANT (as a psychologist) 4:00 Dr. Luskin explains why forgiveness is so challenging 6:40 How to have a healthy relationship with resentment 10:57 Forgiving someone who is “unforgivable” 15:27 Steps you can take to forgive someone 21:56 When is it time to stop giving people chances? 24:27 What differentiates a boundary from a grudge? 27:44 Differences between “forgiveness” and “enabling” 30:25 How to forgive yourself… 35:07 Why the WAY you APOLOGIZE matters (and how to do it properly) 38:59 Tips for entering a conversation with someone where the goal is “forgiveness” 41:26 Healing after you have forgiven someone 46:18 How to know if you have ACTUALLY forgiven that person    Thanks to this episode's sponsors:   Earth Echo Foods/Cacao Bliss: www.earthechofoods.com/dougbopst Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 15% off your order   BiOptimizers/Magnesium Breakthrough: Go to www.magbreakthrough.com/doug and use the code DOUG10 to save 10 percent when you try Magnesium Breakthrough.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ingrid De La Mare-Kenny is a French American entrepreneur, author and wellness expert. I was introduced to Ingrid through our mutual friend and rockstar human Lauryn Bosstick. I immediately became enamored with Ingrid’s story and wanted to dive into it on the show.   Ingrid’s life completely fell apart in her late twenties when she was arrested by the FBI and accused of internet fraud for selling jeans online. She was sentenced to 4 years in federal prison, which seemed quite harsh given the crime . She immediately appealed her case and fought tooth and nail for her freedom, her family and her life. Ingrid comes on the show today to share how clinging onto hope when her life felt impossible helped her win the appeal, overturn the sentence, be a mother to her kids and live to tell the story.    What I discuss with Ingrid: •0:00 Intro •2:37 What led to the FBI showing up to arrest her?! •6:15 FBI arrests, charges and indicts Ingrid •8:02 The timeline between the arrest and sentencing (& appeal) •13:24 What kept Ingrid optimistic & gave her HOPE?! •17:15 This is when she felt hopeless… •19:22 Ingrid’s “Con Air” experience (but worse) •27:57 When does she finally get released? (homeland security had to get involved) •32:20 How to keep going when the odds are against you •35:07 How she adjusted to life after prison (& relationship with kids) •39:02 Why she started to share her story   Did you enjoy this episode? Check out past episodes for more information-packed conversations that can help improve your lifestyle, or leave us a review!   Episode resources: Visit Ingrid's website here Ingrid is on Amazon and Instagram   More on Organifi:   Receive 20% off your order by going to: www.organifi.com/doug Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mitchell Eason is best known as a reality television personality, social media influencer and entrepreneur. He rose to fame after competing on Netflix’s The Circle. Mitchell is a serial entrepreneur who got started at just 8 years old with his first Landscaping Company. Since then, he has gone onto scale various businesses and his own personal brand to an outreach of millions. What’s most impressive about him is the level of maturity and emotional intelligence he possesses at such a young age which is why I wanted to bring him on. He is ONLY 23! You won't believe it after listening!!!   What I discuss with Mitchell:    00:00 Intro 02:18 Mitchell’s mission to change the school system 05:52 How he used challenges as a kid to his advantage (started a business when he was EIGHT) 10:06 Transforming pain into success 13:03 Running a business as an EIGHT year old 18:05 How to be “SELF TAUGHT” 22:06 Why success at a young age was UNFULFILLING 25:52 How did he end up on Netflix?  30:40 Mitchell opens up about being a virgin (& why) 36:11 How does he handle PEER PRESSURE?! 42:27 What’s dating like?  46:30 Dealing with craving and temptation 53:04 Tips for communicating with kids & setting them up for success Did you enjoy this episode? Check out past episodes for more information-packed conversations that can help improve your lifestyle, or leave us a review!   Episode resources:   •Mitchell is on Instagram and TikTok   More on Earth Echo Foods/Cacao Bliss: www.earthechofoods.com/dougbopst   Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 15% off your order     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kelly LeVeque joins me today for round two on the pod! Things get a bit emotional as she shares about a traumatic experience that changed her life forever and what the healing process has looked like. We also talk about avoiding the comparison trap, top nutrition tips for individuals and families and more! Kelly LeVeque is a holistic nutritionist, wellness expert, and celebrity health coach, and - most importantly - a mom of two little boys based in Southern  California. Guided by a practical and always optimistic approach, Kelly helps clients improve their health, achieve their goals and develop sustainable habits to live a healthy and balanced life.    What I discuss with Kelly: 0:00 Intro 1:51 Kelly moved out of LA?! 3:49 How she stayed focused saving for her first house (this applies to ANY long term goal) 6:39 What helps her manage stress… 8:09 Avoiding the comparison trap (and why people do it) 11:07 Her BEST advice for accomplishing ANYTHING 12:08 Kelly’s best tips for boundaries with social media  13:39 How she helps her clients feel empowered to make the proper food choices 18:15 What’s the number one question clients have asked Kelly recently? 22:03 Top tips for eating healthy on the run 26:05 Kelly’s smoothie recipe 29:04 A traumatic pregnancy that changed her life forever 39:12 Her healing journey 43:04 Conquering fear in order to have another baby 46:54 Kelly recaps her second pregnancy (and how it was different)  49:12 How nearly losing Sebastian changed her parenting style 52:10 You must DO THIS to get your kids to eat healthy 56:54 How Kelly stays energized and productive 1:00:01 Tips for navigating body image    Did you enjoy this episode? Check out past episodes for more information-packed conversations that can help improve your lifestyle, or leave us a review! Episode resources: Visit Kelly's website here Kelly is on Facebook and Instagram   Sponsors for Today’s show: BiOptimizers/Magnesium Breakthrough: Go to www.magbreakthrough.com/doug and use the code DOUG10 to save 10 percent when you try Magnesium Breakthrough.   Organifi: Receive 20% off your order by going to: www.organifi.com/doug Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy Thanksgiving! Wishing everyone a healthy holiday and thankful for y'all and your support! There has been a lot of requests for more "solo episodes," so I thought today would be a great time to do one on GRATITUDE. This episode is short and sweet and jam packed with practical steps you can take to experience more gratitude AND be more optimistic when things get difficult.    What I cover today: 0:00 Intro 1:37 How gratitude can help you get through hard times 2:09 Easy steps to take Your gratitude list to the next level  5:31 How to REALLY show someone you’re grateful (with 3 SIMPLE examples) 10:00 How to Shift Your Perspective and be grateful for the moment & learn how to turn negatives into positives 14:34: Recap/Conclusion   More on Earth Echo Foods/Cacao Bliss: www.earthechofoods.com/dougbopst Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 15% off your order Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Molly Bloom faced 90 years in prison and this is her story!  Today she comes on the pod to share her journey of what it was like running the world’s largest underground poker game and why that led to being arrested by 17 FBI agents and facing decades in prison. She reveals how she beat the odds, escaped the jail time and got sober.  Molly also talks about preparing for motherhood, what’s next for her and more! Molly Bloom is a keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and bestselling author of Molly’s Game which was adapted into an award-winning film by Aaron Sorkin. Her book chronicles her journey from college student to LA waitress to building and operating the largest and most notorious private poker game in the world, where she made as much as $4 million per year. Her games featured hundreds of millions of dollars and included players like Leonardo DiCaprio, Ben Affleck A-Rod and Tobey Maguire. She has appeared on media outlets such as Ellen, Vice, The Los Angeles Times, NPR and many others. What I Discuss with Molly: 00:00 Intro 02:04 How Molly started running one of the biggest poker games ever 06:10 Why the game became like a “drug” for her (and how) 12:24 When (and why) things took a turn for the worst 17:13 Molly’s assets are seized (-$9M in bank account) & 17 FBI agents arrest her 20:38 How she remained optimistic before her trial (she was facing 90 years in prison) 22:06 Did Molly end up going to prison? 25:16 Molly explains her addiction journey 28:44 What inspired her to get sober? 34:40 How Molly is preparing for motherhood 38:33 Life after Molly’s Game: What’s next for her?  41:50 How she cultivates power from within to transform her life  46:16 Simple tips for you to build something meaningful Did you enjoy this episode? Check out past episodes for more information-packed conversations that can help improve your lifestyle, or leave us a review!   Episode Resources:   •Molly Bloom | Instagram   More on Organifi:   Receive 20% off your order by going to: www.organifi.com/doug Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is your gut slowly killing you? Find out why! Dr. B's episode was the MOST downloaded in 2020 and he comes back today for round two!  In this episode, Dr. B digs deep into how integral our gut microbiome is. Our gut health, as backed by science, affects our mood, our health, our energy, and how we connect with the people around us. Also, exercise and proper food intake is not enough to sustain a healthy lifestyle, you need to put your bowels in the right rhythm too! Dr. Will Bulsiewicz (@theguthealthmd), MD MSCI, (a.k.a. Dr. B) is a board certified gastroenterologist and gut health expert. Every day, he helps patients and members of his #plantfed community bounce back from restrictive and over-hyped diets, and into a whole new way of living and eating that produces the results they really want… permanently. What I Discuss with Dr. Will Bulsiewicz: 00:00 Intro 01:31 Welcome back, Dr. B! 03:06 Is the hype on gut health justified? 06:32 Have you heard of The White Lotus show? 09:38 Time spent on social media takes away your self-time 13:38 What is Dysbiosis? 17:43 A supportive community helps us perform and persevere  23:56 We share our microbiome with people that we cohabitate with 27:19 What’s really happening on the inside? 28:59 Exercise without proper diet is just horrible 33:31 Signs that tell you have gut issues 37:14 Understand the root of the problem 39:11 The big three of food sensitivity 46:40 It’s not gluten sensitivity, it’s damaged gut microbiome 49:55 Dietary choices that reduce health risks 52:20 We need our bowels to be in a good rhythm 55:58 Dietary approach that is plant predominant    Did you enjoy this episode? Check out past episodes for more information-packed conversations that can help improve your lifestyle, or leave us a review!   Episode Resources: The Plant Fed Gut Dr. B is on Instagram and Facebook   More on Earth Echo Foods/Cacao Bliss: www.earthechofoods.com/dougbopst Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 15% off your order         Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices