
The Wisdom of Wellness Podcast
Welcome to The WOW Pod, hosted by Dr. Kayla Lucas — a mom, faith-filled wellness advocate, and healthcare professional who’s not afraid to ask hard questions and challenge the culture of convenience.In a world full of noise, confusion, and quick-fix health fads, this podcast is your place to get rooted. Rooted in truth. Rooted in intentionality. And most importantly—rooted in faith.Each episode pulls back the curtain on modern wellness, exposing myths, confronting mainstream narratives, and exploring what it really means to steward your health in alignment with how God designed your body, your mind, and your spirit to thrive.Whether we’re talking nutrition, nervous system healing, detoxing your home, or discerning spiritual deception, this show is about reclaiming the lost wisdom of wellness—with biblical truth as the foundation.If you're tired of watered-down advice, overwhelmed by the system, or hungry for a more meaningful approach to well-being, you're in the right place.This is real talk for the truth-seekers, freedom-fighters, and faith-followers.Get ready to unlearn, relearn, and make WELL a state of being—one bold, faith-rooted conversation at a time.--Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical care. It is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your health regimen.This podcast is not connected to any private practice, and listening does not establish a doctor-patient relationship. Statements regarding supplements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease.
Latest episodes

Apr 19, 2023 • 24min
15. ✨BONUS✨ Ask Kayla - Time Management & Harmony
Today's episode is unique as it is the first ever ask Kayla bonus episode! I will answer and unpack the listener's frequently asked questions and elaborate on specific factors. For this episode, the listeners have expressed their interest in expanding on the concept of harmony and time management for me and what that looks like. I will dive into freeing up space in my busy schedule and the power of delegation and routine.We talk more about:Concept of balance and time management The first step to finding balance/harmony How grace is an act of self-love Embodying patienceWays to free up space by investing in your growthThe power of routine for managing timeThe action of delegation to free up timeSend us a textDon't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review.Send your questions & comments to: info.thewowpodcast@gmail.com You can also share it on your social media and tag me @the.wowpod & @iam.drkaylalucas Join us inside The Faithful Well Broadcast Thank you so much for being a part of the WOW pod community; until next time! Lead with love and joy!

Apr 17, 2023 • 56min
14. From Illness to Wellness w. Marie Barker
We begin this episode with the inspirational story that brought Marie Barker to wellness. Marie Barker is a fun-loving women’s wellness coach specializing in mindfulness-based somatic practices such as meditation, breath work, and movement. She is a certified Lifestyle Meditation Teacher with additional training in Breathwork and Metaphysics. This episode discusses navigating wellness and simple practices that can improve our health and wellness. Furthermore, we discuss Cyclical Living which involves our lives in connection with the seasons and moon cycle. Stay tuned to learn fascinating tips and tricks to better ourselves through wellness. We talk more about:Navigating wellnessPractices to express your thoughtsImportance of putting your thoughts on paperSimple techniques of health and wellnessTips to get you started on your wellness journeyThe benefits of realizing food habits are not serving you Connect with Marie:WebsiteInstagramPodcastSend us a textDon't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review.Send your questions & comments to: info.thewowpodcast@gmail.com You can also share it on your social media and tag me @the.wowpod & @iam.drkaylalucas Join us inside The Faithful Well Broadcast Thank you so much for being a part of the WOW pod community; until next time! Lead with love and joy!

Apr 10, 2023 • 24min
13. Creating Safety Psychology for Your Team
Heart-centered leadership is an approach to leadership that emphasizes the importance of leading from a place of empathy, compassion, and authenticity. In addition, heart-centered leadership realizes and prioritizes creating a culture of trust, openness, and collaboration, ensuring the team feels valued and supported. In today’s episode, you will hear about the importance of creating safety psychology for your team, how to level up your leadership, and the benefits it will have on those you lead. Stay tuned for the five ways you can make that happen! Let’s empower and shift to close the gaps and lead a team who thrives!We talk more about:Understanding how to make your team thriveNavigating the professional ego Benefits of insight and feedback from your teamTeam engagement Nipping the drama when maneuvering the egoLeveling up your leadershipSend us a textDon't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review.Send your questions & comments to: info.thewowpodcast@gmail.com You can also share it on your social media and tag me @the.wowpod & @iam.drkaylalucas Join us inside The Faithful Well Broadcast Thank you so much for being a part of the WOW pod community; until next time! Lead with love and joy!

Apr 3, 2023 • 19min
12. How to 🌸Spring Clean🌸 Your Health
Detoxing the mind, body, and soul involves cleaning and removing negative energy from the interconnected aspects of ourselves to achieve a state of balance and well-being to feel like our best selves. In this episode, I give you the start-to-spring detox cleanse checklist with all my tips for every aspect of your life! Remember, the key to detoxing your mind, body, and soul is to prioritize self-care and focus on what makes you feel happy, healthy, and whole; stay tuned!We talk more about:The steps to a whole life spring cleanseClearing the clutter of your mindFrom hibernation mode to fresher, lighter foodsThe tech cleanse explainedSelf-care, finances, relationships, and much much more!!Send us a textDon't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review.Send your questions & comments to: info.thewowpodcast@gmail.com You can also share it on your social media and tag me @the.wowpod & @iam.drkaylalucas Join us inside The Faithful Well Broadcast Thank you so much for being a part of the WOW pod community; until next time! Lead with love and joy!

Mar 27, 2023 • 43min
11. Becoming Iconic w. Jen Szpigiel
Join me today with the woman who has done it all! Jen Szpigiel has created a multi-million dollar global iconic brand for legendary leadership, life, and business. As the owner and founder of Becoming Iconic®️, Jen is infusing years of wisdom, pure-clean energy, and proven strategies for the visionaries, legends, and entrepreneurs who want to break expired paradigms and shift the narrative within their businesses, relationships, and lives. Jen will tell us how she did it, how she knew when to scale her business, and how she brings so much essence and luxury into her brand and herself as a human, wife, and mom. We will touch on vulnerability, mompreneurship, and how Jen reshapes her outlook on guilt. We also hear about how she incorporated everything, including her magazine, into her brand and business.We talk more about:How to transfer audacious leadership into your lifeHow Jen gets back to harmonyBenefits of delegating and hiring Investment and self-belief Confidence to keep pushing forward Connect with Jen:WebsiteMagazineAgency InstagramPersonal InstagramMagazine InstagramSend us a textDon't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review.Send your questions & comments to: info.thewowpodcast@gmail.com You can also share it on your social media and tag me @the.wowpod & @iam.drkaylalucas Join us inside The Faithful Well Broadcast Thank you so much for being a part of the WOW pod community; until next time! Lead with love and joy!

Mar 20, 2023 • 34min
10. Overcoming Imposter Syndrome w. Kaeli Chikowski
How the geologist graduate changed her whole life in only six months! In today’s episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Kaeli Chikowski, the Wedding and Lifestyle Photographer based in Kamloops, BC. Join me and experience how Kaeli moved to BC and changed her career mindset to become an entrepreneur.Kaeli will tell us all about how she pursued her career in photography and how imposter syndrome is a real thing she experiences daily as a business owner in such a competitive industry. Kaeli will explain her secret to embracing and working through the imposter syndrome she encounters. We talk more about:Kaeli's journeyCareer mindset switchLife as a new entrepreneurSources of motivation Imposter syndrome Benefits of embracing complimentsConnect with Kaeli:WebsiteInstagramFacebookSend us a textDon't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review.Send your questions & comments to: info.thewowpodcast@gmail.com You can also share it on your social media and tag me @the.wowpod & @iam.drkaylalucas Join us inside The Faithful Well Broadcast Thank you so much for being a part of the WOW pod community; until next time! Lead with love and joy!

Mar 13, 2023 • 38min
9. Side Hustle to Setting Up Shop with Cristie Zyla & Meghan Hawkins
Starting a business during a pandemic might seem impossible, but Meghan Hawkins and Cristie Zyla, the co-owners of the Prairie Grazer Food Company Ltd., accomplished just that! Join me in today’s episode to hear about the journey that has made them entrepreneurs and how far they have come nearly two and half years later. The business partners will discuss the early days and how they have accomplished such a tight-knit business relationship with each other and community members! In addition, we will hear their most significant business challenges and how they navigate the ups and downs as “mompreneurs.” We talk more about:What the early days looked like for The Prairie Grazer business The nonnegotiable of their business How supporting local has benefited their businessHow they obtained local support during the pandemic How they navigate the ups and downs as “mompreneurs”Connect with Cristie and Meghan:WebsiteInstagramFacebookSend us a textDon't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review.Send your questions & comments to: info.thewowpodcast@gmail.com You can also share it on your social media and tag me @the.wowpod & @iam.drkaylalucas Join us inside The Faithful Well Broadcast Thank you so much for being a part of the WOW pod community; until next time! Lead with love and joy!

Mar 6, 2023 • 26min
8. What is Your AUDACIOUS Vision?
Today I am going to share with all of you my formula, my tools, and my inspiration on how to build an audacious vision for yourself. I will explain my concept as well as what I do for myself, which I hope will resonate with you all and point you in the right direction to ensure you can move through the fear, live with high vibe energy only, protect your worries and envision and manifest everything you’ve ever wanted.We talk more about:Applying the concept of audacious visions The formula for the audacious vision What causes fulfillment Tools to cast the visionMoving through fearHigh vibe energyWays to protect your peaceEnvisioning and manifesting VisualizationSend us a textDon't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review.Send your questions & comments to: info.thewowpodcast@gmail.com You can also share it on your social media and tag me @the.wowpod & @iam.drkaylalucas Join us inside The Faithful Well Broadcast Thank you so much for being a part of the WOW pod community; until next time! Lead with love and joy!

Feb 27, 2023 • 36min
7. Adding a Doula to Your Birth Team with Baillie McArthur
When we think of additional support during pregnancy, birth, or postpartum care, do we believe only a midwife can provide this? In today's episode, we have a special guest, Baillie McArthur. She has been a doula since 2017 and is here to unpack and provide insight and valuable information related to doula work.Baillie will discuss a doula's primary role, the importance of additional support, and how it can make all the difference in someone's birthing experience. She emphasizes that doula support is there during pregnancy, during birth, and postpartum for many areas of support where needed. We discuss mental preparation, the cost, physicians vs. midwives, and many others. I hope this episode can provide new aspiring knowledge and help you in future endeavors for all things pregnancy!We talk more about:Importance of informed consent Primary duties of a doulaMental preparation for birthDifferences between hospital and home births as a doulaEducation related to labor and its importance Connect with BaillieWebsiteInstagramSend us a textDon't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review.Send your questions & comments to: info.thewowpodcast@gmail.com You can also share it on your social media and tag me @the.wowpod & @iam.drkaylalucas Join us inside The Faithful Well Broadcast Thank you so much for being a part of the WOW pod community; until next time! Lead with love and joy!

Feb 20, 2023 • 17min
6. Kayla's 5 Biggest Business Challenges
In this episode, I will open up about 5 of the most significant challenges I have experienced and still experience when navigating the entrepreneurship space. This podcast's purpose is to relate to you as a listener and hopefully give you some insight and clarity that you are not alone. I will explain each of my challenges and relate them to some solutions that have worked for me along the way and hopefully can help you as well. We will dive into patience, delegation, shame, guilt, and a few others and the strategies to move forward and implement for our future success as entrepreneurs. We talk more about:Patience DelegationFemale entrepreneurship Strategies to work through challengesShame or guilt related to comparing yourself to other peopleFemale entrepreneurship as a momSend us a textDon't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review.Send your questions & comments to: info.thewowpodcast@gmail.com You can also share it on your social media and tag me @the.wowpod & @iam.drkaylalucas Join us inside The Faithful Well Broadcast Thank you so much for being a part of the WOW pod community; until next time! Lead with love and joy!