Kreatures Of Habit Podcast

Sean Goldsmith is the Co-Founder and CEO of Zero Proof, a leading brand in the booming non-alcoholic beverage market. He chats about his journey from finance to this innovative field, and what sparked his passion for NA drinks. Topics include the cultural shift towards healthier choices, unique recipes that feature functional ingredients, and why Zero Proof doesn’t offer non-alcoholic beer. Sean also shares his top NA drink recommendations, highlighting the vibrant community around alcohol alternatives and the creative storytelling behind branding.

Ben Smith, a performance and wellness coach, shares his transformative journey through therapy and personal challenges. He emphasizes the power of mindfulness and breathwork in healing from trauma. Ben discusses the significance of personalized morning and evening routines for regulating the nervous system and improving sleep. He candidly reflects on reducing phone use to foster deeper human connections and highlights his efforts in organizing psilocybin retreats for veterans, showcasing emotional healing and the importance of being present.

In this engaging discussion, Emily Ford, a successful entrepreneur, speaker, and mentor, shares her inspiring journey from rock bottom to business success. She highlights the transformative power of faith and resilience in entrepreneurship. Emily emphasizes the critical role of morning routines and mentorship in overcoming challenges. With a candid look at spirituality, she encourages listeners to embrace authenticity and stop hiding out of fear. Her relatable anecdotes illuminate how faith can drive both personal growth and professional fulfillment.

Marcus Filly, founder of Functional Bodybuilding and former pro CrossFit athlete, shares his journey from medical school to fitness entrepreneur. He discusses the importance of consistency, functional lifting, and how not everyone aspires to be an elite athlete. Marcus reveals his personal morning routine and what fitness truly means to him. The conversation touches on the role of community in fitness, the transformative power of movement, and how small habits can lead to lasting change. Get ready for insights that inspire a balanced approach to fitness!

Kayleigh Christina is a co-founder of Clearstem Skincare. She’s passionate about holistic skincare wellness and is dedicated to scaling companies without using external investments. She joins Michael Chernow to dive into why a skincare routine is important, what led her to the skincare wellness space, and much more.  On this episode: 1:55 - Kayleigh's journey to starting a skincare brand 9:56 - Tongue scraping and Kayleigh's morning routine 17:46 - Adjusting your routine as needed 28:48 - A simple skincare routine 38:00 - Evening routine 51:50 - Making investments in business Follow Kayleigh Christina on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayleigh.christina/?hl=en Check out Clearstem: http://clearstem.com/kreatures (use code KOH)

This week, we're sharing Michael Chernow's episode from The Forward with Lance Armstrong. An extraordinary journey of resilience and redemption with Michael Chernow. From a tough upbringing to a harrowing near-death experience due to addiction, Chernow's story is a testament to resilience. Beyond his culinary accomplishments as the co-founder of The Meatball Shop and founder of Seamore's, a sustainable seafood restaurant chain, Chernow's journey is defined by his determination to overcome. His commitment to fitness and holistic living reflects his ethos of balance and well-being. Chernow shares his journey, offering hope and inspiration to those grappling with their own challenges. Join us as we delve into an awe-inspiring story, a testament to perseverance Check out The Forward.

Michael Chernow and Jonathan Yarmeisch are back for another episode of What’s Really Happening? To update you on all things Kreatures of Habit.  On today’s episode: 2:34 - Revenue numbers year-over-year 9:57 - Scaling and recruiting 24:02 - The protein bar is taking longer than anticipated 33:58 - What KOH is working on now

Dr. Jonathan Leary is the founder of Remedy Place,the world’s first social wellness club. He joins Michael Charnoew to talk about what he’s doing to try to change healthcare, why it’s harder for people to make connections, and much more. 3:51 - What is Remedy Place? 10:50 - Jonathan's vision for better healthcare 18:28 - The offerings at Remedy Place 29:40 - Daily walks are powerful 33:17  - Jonathan's morning routine 41:42 - Jonathan's 5 communities in NY 47:43 - How technology has impacted the ability to make connections 50:30 - The importance of sleep 57:17 - Which sleep habits impact REM https://www.drjonathanleary.com/

Dr. Johnny Alexander is the owner of Warrior NYC and has been a chiropractor for 10 years. On this episode, he joins Michael Chernow to explain what it is he does, why seeing a chiropractor is important, and much more. 4:24 - Michael’s MRI and when surgery is necessary 19:46 - How to determine what kind of adjustment to make 27:10 - Michael's sciatica pain 36:27 - Johnny's morning routine 46:23 - Habits to help prevent back injury 53:27 - Sleep positions Instagram

This week, Michael Chernow is joined by Dan Churchill to discuss his life as a chef, why you have to be able to do hard things, the importance of community, and much more.  4:35 - Enjoying the journey when doing hard things 11:20 - The ability to win no matter what 12:43 - Dan's morning routine 14:52 - Sleep schedules 19:13 - Having a community outside of the city 21:50 - Creating good cooking habits 31:07 - Wind down routine 34:38 - How age plays into fitness Follow Dan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dan_churchill/?hl=enCheck out Dan’s website: https://danchurchill.com/