The Uprooted Podcast

Traver Boehm is the author of Today I Rise, and Man UNcivilized. He’s a two time TEDx speaker, men’s coach and the founder of the UNcivilized Men’s Movement. This movement is radically redefining the way men around the globe experience their masculinity by uniquely blending both primal elements of manhood with massive doses of consciousness.Drawing upon an eclectic background ranging from professional bodyguarding and Mixed Martial Arts to Traditional Chinese Medicine and meditation, Traver also teaches people to skillfully use the inevitable pain of their lives as fuel for growth and positive change. In 2016 after losing a pregnancy, his marriage, and his business partnership all within weeks of each other, he created a radical social experiment and spent the next 12 months as if it were his last year to live, aptly naming it “The Year to Live Project.” A few of the experiences included volunteering as a hospice worker, spending 28 days in complete isolation and pitch black darkness in Guatemala, and Living in the frigid Utah wilderness for a month with only a knife, a water bottle, and a blanket. After publishing Today I Rise and receiving an influx of calls specifically from men, Traver began guiding men through their own journey into an actualized version of masculinity by asking them these two questions: “Are you leading or being led?” And, “What are you wounds and what are you doing to heal them?”. When so many said this way of thinking and living was counterintuitive to how they were taught “civilized” men should act, the movement was born.Now men all over the world have deemed themselves UNcivilized as they wake up to meditate, feel into their hearts, and train their bodies. Men who can fight, fuck, feed, and feel. And do all four well. With a passion for people and a unique lens through which to view the human experience, Traver is a highly sought-after transformational coach in the fields of consciousness, relationship, and personal development. Some topics we cover in this conversation include: Why we fear hitting rock bottom Why we’re wired to seek comfort vs. seek change How challenging situations allow us to become a new version of ourselves Why we are inclined to hit rock bottom before we make change The roles that denial & ego play in avoiding painful situations The power of choice How we get in our own way of going after the things we want in our lives How we create narratives for ourselves that unknowingly limit us Why we prefer to play the victim vs our own hero

Energetic Interior Designer and Crystal Healer Rashia Bell, is the co-founder of THE CRISTALLINE, a multi-faceted lifestyle company that works to help you create balance within all areas of your life. After more than ten years working on the business side of Fashion, Beauty, Jewelry and Luxury industries, Rashia found her creative outlet and expressive voice through Interior Design. A graduate of both the Fashion Institute of Technology and the New York School of Interior Design, she has also completed two Crystal Healing Certifications by the Crystal Academy of Advanced Healing Arts, is a Level 2 Usui Shiki Ryoho Reiki Healer, Akashic Reader and has completed yoga certifications in English and Spanish. Rashia has taken a uniquely holistic approach to the spaces she transforms for THE CRISTALLINE, by incorporating the energetic and healing powers of crystals and stones into her Interiors. The foundation for this design process is specializing in personal healing work, where Rashia has lead workshops for all ages, private events and retreats around the world. Her work is to show her clients how to find balance within themselves and greater encompassing the spaces they inhabit. Rashia is currently a resident healer at the Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown, and works with selection of their other properties including the recently opened Four Seasons Philadelphia. Rashia & The Cristalline have recently been featured in The New York Times, Forbes and on Net-A-Porter and Goop. In May 2020, Rashia launched RE.VITYL, a natural sleep wellbeing company with products infused with the energy of crystals. Some topics we cover in this conversation include: The origin & history of crystals How crystals have been used in ancient times for meditation, healing, manifestation The science of crystals & the natural occurring events that took place to uncover different types The different families of stones and what they’re commonly used for How stones’ chemical composition can draw or attract certain types of energy How to shop for crystals How crystals influence our energy Breaking down chakras and what each of them pertain to How to use crystals to affect aspects of energy in our body How to cultivate high vibrations How to spot negative energy & protect ourselves from it Crystals that help in manifesting Recommendations for a beginner starter pack

Trish Barillas is a life coach, speaker and author with over a decade of experience in relationship, anxiety and job coaching. She’s a survivor of Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)/Panic Disorder and over time has found the right team of healers for her mind and body, but more importantly patience within herself. She shared her book/memoir to break her silence and address the stigma of what mental illness looks like. Anxiety no longer defines her; she allows it to flow in and out of her life. She chose to make transparency a part of her practice/message in order to let other’s know they are not alone, and that they too can overcome this. Her dysfunction has now become her function and she’s here to help you make that transition too. In this powerful episode, we touch upon so many different things. Some topics you can expect include: The textbook & situational definition of anxiety What happens in the body when we are in panic mode How & why we attach to irrational thoughts Characteristics of anxious vs. non anxious people Why anxiety isn’t normalized & how to talk to ourselves to normalize it How to understand that your feelings are not your reality The signs & symptoms of Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, and OCD How to let go of the need to control Shifting from a “what if” to a “what is” mentality Tips & tangible methods for coping with anxiety Advice for taking medication

Alexandria Gilleo is a Global Campaign and Celebrity Makeup Artist, beauty and wellness expert, biohacker, content creator, entrepreneur and founder of My Zen Den, a boutique wellness hub in Beacon, NY. She’s always been captivated and inspired by the beauty that each individual possesses. Her goal is to make her clients look good and feel beautiful. Whether the task is a commercial, advertising, video, interview, press, or print, she will adjust her technique to answer the demands of different lighting set ups, scenarios, and pressure-packed situations. Alexandria’s originality and charisma has propelled her through 11 years as an esteemed makeup artist, wellness expert, and beauty and skincare coach. Always on the go, she never gets tired of the excitement of working and being on set. Her aesthetic is clean and her focus is healthy, fresh, radiant skin. She is deeply passionate about enlightening others through sharing expert advice and knowledge. Her work can be seen in Ulta, Sephora, Kohl’s, and Philosophy stores globally, and has been seen on faces including Adriana Lima, Alexander Wang, Charlie Sheen, Camila Coelho, and Paul Rudd, to name a few. We cover all the bases in this episode and end the with a speed round of skincare trends to get Alex’s approval or disapproval on. Some topics we cover include: The most common skin challenges people face Contributing factors to skin problems How to eat & drink right for your skin How our habits, rituals and mindset affect skin health Alex’s suggested skincare routine Exfoliation best practices Ingredients to look out for in products for different skin types The best supplements for skin The power of sweating & sauna Expert opinion & advice on popping pimples, ice rolling, cupping, gua sha, and skincare fridges

Jack Hazan is a Licensed Mental Health Coach and therapist at Bryant Park Therapy in New York City who’s here to modernize and normalize therapy today. Jack’s specialties lie in helping those work through the difficulties around feeling a sense of fulfillment within themselves and/or their relationships. Together, he creates a plan with his patients with personalized coping skills and tools to lead them toward creating deeper, more meaningful connections with others and themselves. His style of therapy is more direct and solution-focused as compared to let’s say, the ordinary and outdated talk therapy. He takes an active role during his sessions while utilizing more modern and progressive therapeutic techniques proven to bring forth effective results. At its simplest form, his therapy approach offers an inviting space needed to work through the many challenges a patient faces in life. Together, he focuses on integrating the various dimensions of his patient’s personal identity and brings forth insight to help them lead a more authentic and fulfilled life. In this episode, he compares finding a therapist to finding the right partner, teaches us how to walk around with a healthy sense of entitlement, but not to be an asshole at the same time and talks about his approach to therapy as he claims himself to be the Mother Theresa meets Jeff Bezos kind of therapist. Some topics we cover include: The different types of therapy Why our society has a stigma around therapy How therapy supports our mental health How the physical act of talking about something helps us heal Why people hesitate asking for help What someone can expect in a therapy session How to find the right therapist for you How therapy helps us strengthen the relationship we have with ourselves

Dria Murphy is the Founder and CEO of Alise Collective, a creative marketing company that takes a 360 degree  approach to building brands. Dria launched Alise Collective in 2015 and now works with a curated network of like-minded lifestyle and wellness clients. Prior to founding her own creative brand-building company, Dria held communications and PR roles at top fashion houses including Calvin Klein, Topshop, and Ralph Lauren. She helped establish a fashion tech startup, called Keep, as a top player in the tech, home decor, and fashion industries. When the trajectory of her career changed courses, Dria took a step back and realized that she wanted to be more involved in the wellness industry and represent authentic brands that were making a positive impact. Since starting Alise Collective, she also Co-Founded the ness, a digital platform and boutique fitness studio that specializes in beat-based trampoline cardio and muscle-sculpting classes. We cover many wellness trends and popular health topics in this episode. Some you can expect to hear include: How to find what works for you individually within the wellness world The importance of ingredients & education when choosing products to take Key things to look out for before trying products or supplements How consistency plays a role in your day-to-day The underlying meaning of self care How to actively disconnect and not always be “on” How physical activity supports our mental health Best practices to organically implement new rituals in your day Understanding progress and its ups & downs Surrendering to the unknowns in life The origin of the ness & what it offers

Carl Germano is a NY Board Certified Clinical Nutritionist and a Certified Nutritional Specialist, as well as the Vice President for Verdant Oasis, one of the largest growers, extractors and suppliers of CBD rich hemp oil. He holds a masters degree in clinical nutrition from New York University and has over 40 years experience as VP of product development for several of the largest vitamin supplement companies in the trade including Solgar, Country Life and Bluebonnet. He has also been instrumental in bringing cutting-edge nutritional materials and finished product formulations to a variety of markets including dietary supplements, medical foods, cosmetic, and functional beverages. Some of which have afforded him the opportunity to develop product lines like Martha Stewart Essentials® and a sports nutrition line for the military at West Point. He’s a prolific author with several bestselling trade books, has held a nutrition practice at The Nutrition Therapy Center in New York, headed a private product development consulting company for many years, and is a frequent lecturer and radio guest. Some topics we cover include: Carl’s background in the clinical nutrition, supplement and Cannabinoid industry Origin of CBD and its role in supporting the Endocannabinoid system The differences between marijuana and hemp Why CBD gets falsely associated with THC How to define what CBD is & when it started becoming popular How CBD plays a role in the body when taken What to look for when buying CBD & the different types What to take or consume alongside CBD to optimize absorption in the body The best times of the day to take CBD to achieve different results Trusted, go-to brands for CBD products

Kyle Godfrey-Ryan is the CEO and Co-Founder of Tune, a biohacker, neural nutritionist, and a futurist. She spent a decade running a private practice that combined several modalities of traditional medicine with interdisciplinary eastern techniques to transform people from an illness state to a state of health. After discovering how much our health was immensely impacted by the state of our nervous system, she created an instrument, called Tune, that reset the body and upgrades the human operating system. Using science backed by backed by the National Institute of Health and the University of Toronto, Tune uses vibrational technology and neural music to allow the body to enter a state of recovery and balance in just 15 minutes. Tune has grown to have locations in multiple countries, fortune 50 partnerships like Google, Lululemon and JW Marriott and its most recent at-home model over the past 4 years. Kyle is now focusing on launching 100 new locations over the next year. In this episode, Kyle helps us recognize the external factors that are weighing us down, and how to cope with them to achieve an optimal state of health. Some topics we cover include: What Tune is  Contributing factors of stress  What happens in our mind & body when were in a fight or flight state and how to recognize when we're in that state  What happens to our body over time if we don’t find ways to cope with stress Tools & tips we can adopt to quiet our mind in any situation Different types of meditation  How binaural beats helps rebalance the mind How to adopt a healthy outlook on being stressed

Ann Fryer is on a mission to inspire you to live purposefully and invest in your future. With a people-first leadership style, Ann has always believed that the most important brand you build is yourself. Ann guides individuals and teams to uncover their inherent purpose by nurturing and honing strengths, talents, and ambitions. By empowering others, she has created a community of professionals who are maximizing their potential. Voted as the “kindest girl” in her elementary school, she has always understood that compassion and connection are the bonds that unite – making us healthier and happier in the process. For the past 20 years, Ann has been applying her storytelling and organizational excellence in a career building luxury and lifestyle brands. Her natural ability for creating memorable partnerships and experiences, that capture the imagination and spark conversation, afforded her the opportunity to work with iconic brands – from Johnnie Walker and Absolut Vodka to JW Marriott and W Hotels. Ann was at the forefront of the content-driven experiential movement, and today is recognized as a thought leader in the purpose-driven landscape. Some topics we cover include: Why we’ve been programmed to think that our brand is only our job title Discovering your personal brand beyond your resume The role self worth plays in developing your personal brand How your mission drives your brand Handling rejection & rebranding yourself How to discover the purpose of our work

Doctor Colby Kash has been studying health and wellness for a decade and graduated from the University of Florida’s College of Health and Human Performance with a Bachelor’s in Applied Physiology and Kinesiology. After he received his Doctor of Chiropractic and Master of Science degree in Applied Clinical Nutrition at New York Chiropractic College, he continued to further his education as a Certified ADAPT Functional Medicine Practitioner, become a Certified Exercise Physiologist at the American Academy of Sport’s Medicine, a Certified Personal Trainer at the National Academy of Sport’s Medicine, and a Certified Functional Range Conditioning mobility specialist. While in chiropractic school, Dr. Kash was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease and inflammatory arthritis both caused by autoimmunity. Through his relentless self-education and thousands of hours of research, Dr. Kash put together an intensive autoimmune remission program including radical lifestyle, diet, and biohacks that put him into 100% remission without the need for lifelong immunosuppressants. He has now dedicated his life to use his knowledge to remove the pain and disability shadowing people’s lives; so, they can become the best version of themselves and give society their full potential in their respective fields. Some topics we cover include: What happens in our bodies when we have an autoimmune disease Contributing factors of autoimmune disease The different types and what areas in the body they affect Why we have such high rates of autoimmune disease  Why prioritizing absorption is more important than eating healthy foods Diets, lifestyle changes and modalities for healing oneself