Episodes

  • 429. SOLO: The Wildest Interactions I’ve Ever Had With My Followers, How Being an Influencer Has Changed Over the Years, Thoughts On Polyamory, Plant Medicine & Parasocial Relationships

    429. SOLO: The Wildest Interactions I’ve Ever Had With My Followers, How Being an Influencer Has Changed Over the Years, Thoughts On Polyamory, Plant Medicine & Parasocial Relationships
    May 28 2025
    In today’s solo episode, I’m diving into the wildest — and I mean wildest — interactions I’ve ever had with my followers. I’m pulling back the curtain on what it’s really like to live a life online, especially in this new era where parasocial relationships blur all kinds of boundaries. If you’ve ever wondered what it actually feels like to be on the receiving end of the internet’s projections, praise, and projections-in-disguise-as-praise... this one's for you.We also get into how being an influencer has changed over the years — especially post-pandemic, post-algorithmic collapse, and mid-spiritual awakening. I share my unfiltered thoughts on how the space has evolved, what I’ve outgrown, what I still love, and where I see it all heading next. Spoiler: it has a lot to do with authenticity, nervous system safety, and energetic boundaries.Plus, we go there — polyamory (the Aubrey Marcus pod, yep we’re going there), plant medicine journeys, online judgment culture, and what happens when people think they know everything about you from what you choose to share. This episode is very stream of consciousness and fun. If you're into behind-the-scenes storytelling with a little philosophical depth, press play and let's unpack it all. MY BRAND NEW MERCH: https://shop.dearmedia.com/collections/the-balanced-blonde My Substack: https://thebalancedblonde.substack.com. SUBSCRIBE, I am so excited!! AND, The Quantum Method is thriving and I couldn’t be more thrilled to invite you to join us! Ahhhh!!! You can head to https://thebalancedblonde.com/meditation-membership/ to to become a member! Use code PODCASTBESTIE (avail for a limited time) to get 10% off! MONTHLY membership ($14.14/month): https://meditation.thebalancedblonde.com/offers/XMLKhoM2/checkout YEARLY membership ($12/month): https://thebalancedblonde.com/meditation-membership/ We hope you love this episode and cannot wait to hear your feedback! As always, enter to win this week’s big wellness giveaway by rating and reviewing the show on Apple Podcasts, subscribing, and sending a screenshot to jordan@thebalancedblonde.com! Bonus points: post a screenshot to your IG stories of you listening to this episode! Resources: • MY BLOG• TBB YouTube• Store: thebalancedblonde.com/shop• Instagram: @thebalancedblonde Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Sponsors:Take control of your cellular health today. Go to qualialife.com/balanced and save 15% to experience the science of feeling younger. Nutrafol is offering our listeners ten dollars off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code BALANCED. Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    51 mins
  • 428. The Truth About Detox, How Much Protein You Really Need & Holistic Healing to Live Your Best Life with Health Coach Meghan Swidler

    428. The Truth About Detox, How Much Protein You Really Need & Holistic Healing to Live Your Best Life with Health Coach Meghan Swidler
    May 21 2025
    As a Canadian native and Cornell University graduate working for a venture-backed hyper growth tech startup in both San Francisco and New York City, everything seemed great on paper. Yet, beneath the surface, Meghan found herself feeling disconnected, lethargic, lonely, anxious, low energy, and out of alignment with herself. The fast-paced corporate life left her seeking a deeper sense of purpose and meaning.After graduating from college in 2013, her journey towards true healing began after a series of life-changing encounters with a naturopath. Determined to reclaim her health, she immersed herself in holistic practices and transformed her body and mind through food/eating, cleansing, movement, mental/emotional well-being, and spiritual growth. Every free moment she had was spent studying and practicing holistic health and healing, guided by master teachers, books, events, podcasts, and really anything that she could get my hands on. This still holds true today.Today we are diving deep into Meghan’s methods, her approach to health and wellbeing, her beliefs on detox, her thoughts (and Jordan’s!) on protein consumption and diet for women, and so much more. Cannot wait for you guys to tune into this special episode and to hear what you think!MY MERCH: https://shop.dearmedia.com/collections/the-balanced-blondeMy Substack: https://thebalancedblonde.substack.com. SUBSCRIBE, I am so excited!! AND, The Quantum Method is thriving and I couldn’t be more thrilled to invite you to join us! Ahhhh!!! You can head to https://thebalancedblonde.com/meditation-membership/ to to become a member! Use code PODCASTBESTIE (avail for a limited time) to get 10% off!MONTHLY membership ($14.14/month): https://meditation.thebalancedblonde.com/offers/XMLKhoM2/checkoutYEARLY membership ($12/month): https://thebalancedblonde.com/meditation-membership/We hope you love this episode and cannot wait to hear your feedback! As always, enter to win this week’s big wellness giveaway by rating and reviewing the show on Apple Podcasts, subscribing, and sending a screenshot to jordan@thebalancedblonde.com! Bonus points: post a screenshot to your IG stories of you listening to this episode! Resources: MY BLOGTBB YouTubeStore: thebalancedblonde.com/shopInstagram: @thebalancedblonde Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Sponsors:Go to https://kachava.com and use code BALANCED for 15% off on their subscription for a limited time. Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    1 hr
  • 427. SOLO: The One Shift That Changed Everything for Me: The Spiritual Art of Not Giving a F*ck

    427. SOLO: The One Shift That Changed Everything for Me: The Spiritual Art of Not Giving a F*ck
    May 14 2025
    There comes a moment in every healing journey where you realize: you can’t keep betraying yourself just to be liked. That’s what I was doing for YEARS. In this episode, I’m diving deep into the one shift that changed absolutely everything for me — boundaries, baby. The spiritual art of not giving a f*ck. From letting go of toxic friendships to choosing peace over saying yes to all of the people/friendships/things that no longer served me, I share what it really looks like to stop abandoning yourself and start living in full energetic integrity. As a born & raised people pleaser, this shift has been HUGE.I share personal stories throughout & we talk about the nervous system science behind people-pleasing, the spiritual truth about self-respect, and the raw, unfiltered moments that got me here. If you’ve ever felt guilty for saying no, terrified to disappoint someone, or addicted to being the “nice one,” this episode is your permission slip to rewrite the rules. You came here to be free, not palatable — and your soul knows it.MY MERCH: https://shop.dearmedia.com/collections/the-balanced-blondeMy Substack: https://thebalancedblonde.substack.com. SUBSCRIBE, I am so excited!! AND, The Quantum Method is thriving and I couldn’t be more thrilled to invite you to join us! Ahhhh!!! You can head to https://thebalancedblonde.com/meditation-membership/ to to become a member! Use code PODCASTBESTIE (avail for a limited time) to get 10% off!MONTHLY membership ($14.14/month): https://meditation.thebalancedblonde.com/offers/XMLKhoM2/checkoutYEARLY membership ($12/month): https://thebalancedblonde.com/meditation-membership/We hope you love this episode and cannot wait to hear your feedback! As always, enter to win this week’s big wellness giveaway by rating and reviewing the show on Apple Podcasts, subscribing, and sending a screenshot to jordan@thebalancedblonde.com! Bonus points: post a screenshot to your IG stories of you listening to this episode! Resources: MY BLOGTBB YouTubeStore: thebalancedblonde.com/shopInstagram: @thebalancedblonde Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Sponsors:Nutrafol is offering our listeners ten dollars off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code BALANCED.Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    49 mins
  • 426. Magnesium: The Master Key to Cellular Energy and Nervous System Repair with Qualia’s Dr. Gregory Kelly (Plus Some Ayahuasca Chat!)

    426. Magnesium: The Master Key to Cellular Energy and Nervous System Repair with Qualia’s Dr. Gregory Kelly (Plus Some Ayahuasca Chat!)
    May 7 2025
    I LOVED this conversation with naturopath Dr. Gregory Kelly. You will learn so much about magnesium in this episode—this is one of our more educational convos and I know you will enjoy it. Stick around until the end to hear us discussing ayahuasca, too. Our shared passion! :)Gregory Kelly is Director of Product Development at Qualia Life Sciences, naturopathic physician (N.D.), and author of the book Shape Shift. He was the editor of the journal Alternative Medicine Review and has been an instructor at the University of Bridgeport in the College of Naturopathic Medicine, where he taught classes in Advanced Clinical Nutrition, Counseling Skills, and Doctor-Patient Relationships.Dr. Kelly has published hundreds of articles on natural medicine and nutrition, contributed three chapters to the Textbook of Natural Medicine, and has more than 30 journal articles indexed on Pubmed. His areas of expertise include nootropics, anti-aging and regenerative medicine, weight management, sleep and the chronobiology of performance and health. MY MERCH: https://shop.dearmedia.com/collections/the-balanced-blonde My Substack: https://thebalancedblonde.substack.com. SUBSCRIBE, I am so excited!! AND, The Quantum Method is thriving and I couldn’t be more thrilled to invite you to join us! Ahhhh!!! You can head to https://thebalancedblonde.com/meditation-membership/ to to become a member! Use code PODCASTBESTIE (avail for a limited time) to get 10% off! MONTHLY membership ($14.14/month): https://meditation.thebalancedblonde.com/offers/XMLKhoM2/checkout YEARLY membership ($12/month): https://thebalancedblonde.com/meditation-membership/ We hope you love this episode and cannot wait to hear your feedback! As always, enter to win this week’s big wellness giveaway by rating and reviewing the show on Apple Podcasts, subscribing, and sending a screenshot to jordan@thebalancedblonde.com! Bonus points: post a screenshot to your IG stories of you listening to this episode! Resources: • MY BLOG• TBB YouTube• Store: thebalancedblonde.com/shop• Instagram: @thebalancedblonde Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Sponsors:Experience the science of feeling younger— go to qualialife.com/BALANCED for up to 50% off your purchase and use code BALANCED for an additional 15%.Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    45 mins
  • 425. Coming Back to Life with Kelsey Patel: Radical Permission to Rest, Her Social Media Hiatus, & What’s To Come As She Steps Away from Being “A Healer”

    425. Coming Back to Life with Kelsey Patel: Radical Permission to Rest, Her Social Media Hiatus, & What’s To Come As She Steps Away from Being “A Healer”
    Apr 30 2025

    This updated conversation with one of my best friends in the world, my angel bestie who officiated our wedding, the one who has healed all of us in so many ways and then some, Kelsey Patel, is SO special. Kelsey was last on the show several years ago—and was first on the show in 2017! She has been taking a long hiatus from social media and work as she has stepped into motherhood, and she has overcome so much. We have both been through such anxiety & pain journeys, and today Kelsey shares so candidly and openly.


    This conversation will rock your world and change your life. Follow @kelseyjpatel on IG for the daily, and check out her website, her app, and all the magic that is to come on all of her platforms. <3 SO grateful for her being so open with us today. LOVE you all.


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    My Substack: https://thebalancedblonde.substack.com. SUBSCRIBE, I am so excited!!


    AND, The Quantum Method is thriving and I couldn’t be more thrilled to invite you to join us! Ahhhh!!! You can head to https://thebalancedblonde.com/meditation-membership/ to to become a member! Use code PODCASTBESTIE (avail for a limited time) to get 10% off!


    MONTHLY membership ($14.14/month): https://meditation.thebalancedblonde.com/offers/XMLKhoM2/checkout


    YEARLY membership ($12/month): https://thebalancedblonde.com/meditation-membership/


    We hope you love this episode and cannot wait to hear your feedback! As always, enter to win this week’s big wellness giveaway by rating and reviewing the show on Apple Podcasts, subscribing, and sending a screenshot to jordan@thebalancedblonde.com! Bonus points: post a screenshot to your IG stories of you listening to this episode!


    Resources:

    • MY BLOG
    • TBB YouTube
    • Store: thebalancedblonde.com/shop
    • Instagram: @thebalancedblonde


    Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

    Sponsors:

    • Get 20% off, or if you choose their already discounted subscription, you get almost a third off the price at Puori.com/BALANCED and use promo code BALANCED.


    Produced by Dear Media.

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • 424. Listener Call-In Q&A: Ayahuasca, My Current Diet, MCAS, C-Section Healing, Insomnia & Beyond

    424. Listener Call-In Q&A: Ayahuasca, My Current Diet, MCAS, C-Section Healing, Insomnia & Beyond
    Apr 23 2025

    LOVE our listener call-in Q&A’s! You guys are the actual best. To leave a question for our next call-in episode, go to speakpipe.com/thebalancedblonde! It’s free, easy, and so much fun. Thank you for your wonderful questions & all around just being such a special part of our community. <3


    If you called in & left a Q that hasn’t been answered yet, it will be in an upcoming episode! We do these once or twice monthly and they are truly my favorite way to connect with you all! XO


    MY MERCH: https://shop.dearmedia.com/collections/the-balanced-blonde


    My Substack: https://thebalancedblonde.substack.com. SUBSCRIBE, I am so excited!!


    AND, The Quantum Method is thriving and I couldn’t be more thrilled to invite you to join us! Ahhhh!!! You can head to https://thebalancedblonde.com/meditation-membership/ to to become a member! Use code PODCASTBESTIE (avail for a limited time) to get 10% off!


    MONTHLY membership ($14.14/month): https://meditation.thebalancedblonde.com/offers/XMLKhoM2/checkout


    YEARLY membership ($12/month): https://thebalancedblonde.com/meditation-membership/


    We hope you love this episode and cannot wait to hear your feedback! As always, enter to win this week’s big wellness giveaway by rating and reviewing the show on Apple Podcasts, subscribing, and sending a screenshot to jordan@thebalancedblonde.com! Bonus points: post a screenshot to your IG stories of you listening to this episode!


    Resources:

    • MY BLOG
    • TBB YouTube
    • Store: thebalancedblonde.com/shop
    • Instagram: @thebalancedblonde


    Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

    Sponsors:

    • This Mother’s Day, consider Nutrafol - the best-selling hair growth supplement. Whether you're gifting to yourself or a loved one, Nutrafol is offering our listeners ten dollars off any order! Enjoy free shipping when you subscribe. Go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code BALANCEDGIFT.
    • Get 20% off, or if you choose their already discounted subscription, you get almost a third off the price at Puori.com/BALANCED and use promo code BALANCED.


    Produced by Dear Media.

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    58 mins
  • 423. Hot Girls Take Their Meds: My SSRI Journey & Mental Health Updates

    423. Hot Girls Take Their Meds: My SSRI Journey & Mental Health Updates
    Apr 16 2025

    This is a very special, vulnerable and intimate solo deep dive that you guys have been requesting. It has been a WHILE since I have divulged info about my mental health journey, my SSRI experience, or my anxiety + panic attack + OCD life that I have *mostly* overcome and have come to a good place with.


    Tune in, let me know all of your thoughts, and know that you are not alone. Please come to IG and let me know your thoughts & feelings on this one + ANY questions you may have!! XO <3


    MY MERCH: https://shop.dearmedia.com/collections/the-balanced-blonde


    My Substack: https://thebalancedblonde.substack.com. SUBSCRIBE, I am so excited!!


    AND, The Quantum Method is thriving and I couldn’t be more thrilled to invite you to join us! Ahhhh!!! You can head to https://thebalancedblonde.com/meditation-membership/ to to become a member! Use code PODCASTBESTIE (avail for a limited time) to get 10% off!


    MONTHLY membership ($14.14/month): https://meditation.thebalancedblonde.com/offers/XMLKhoM2/checkout


    YEARLY membership ($12/month): https://thebalancedblonde.com/meditation-membership/


    We hope you love this episode and cannot wait to hear your feedback! As always, enter to win this week’s big wellness giveaway by rating and reviewing the show on Apple Podcasts, subscribing, and sending a screenshot to jordan@thebalancedblonde.com! Bonus points: post a screenshot to your IG stories of you listening to this episode!


    Resources:

    • MY BLOG
    • TBB YouTube
    • Store: thebalancedblonde.com/shop
    • Instagram: @thebalancedblonde


    Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

    Sponsors:

    • 20% off all IQBAR products. Text BALANCED to 64000. Message and data rates may apply.
    • Take control of your cellular health today. Go to qualialife.com/balanced and save 15% to experience the science of feeling younger.



    Produced by Dear Media.

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    53 mins
  • 422. Overcoming a Stage 4 Cancer Diagnosis, Living a Miracle Mindset, & How to Show Up for Your Loved Ones who Are Sick, with Darlene Cordero

    422. Overcoming a Stage 4 Cancer Diagnosis, Living a Miracle Mindset, & How to Show Up for Your Loved Ones who Are Sick, with Darlene Cordero
    Apr 9 2025
    In today’s episode, I’m joined by the incredible Darlene Cordero—author, strategist, thought leader, mother, dear friend, and survivor & current fighter of Stage 4 liver cancer. Darlene has been instrumental in shaping the careers of some of the most prominent names in wellness, including Deepak Chopra and Jay Shetty, and has also started an agency to help healers grow, evolve, and expand their businesses.With her new book, The Healer’s Playbook: Empowering Wellness Entrepreneurs, she offers a blueprint for those looking to turn their spiritual gifts into thriving businesses. In this conversation we offer a deep dive into what it’s like to live with a stage 4 cancer diagnosis, how to live in a miracle mindset, what’s next for Darlene, how to show up with your loved ones who are sick, wellness practices that actually work for her, and so much more. I am so proud of Darlene and honored to share this conversation with you today. Find her on IG at @meetdarlene!MY MERCH: https://shop.dearmedia.com/collections/the-balanced-blondeMy Substack: https://thebalancedblonde.substack.com. SUBSCRIBE, I am so excited!! AND, The Quantum Method is thriving and I couldn’t be more thrilled to invite you to join us! Ahhhh!!! You can head to https://thebalancedblonde.com/meditation-membership/ to to become a member! Use code PODCASTBESTIE (avail for a limited time) to get 10% off!MONTHLY membership ($14.14/month): https://meditation.thebalancedblonde.com/offers/XMLKhoM2/checkoutYEARLY membership ($12/month): https://thebalancedblonde.com/meditation-membership/We hope you love this episode and cannot wait to hear your feedback! As always, enter to win this week’s big wellness giveaway by rating and reviewing the show on Apple Podcasts, subscribing, and sending a screenshot to jordan@thebalancedblonde.com! Bonus points: post a screenshot to your IG stories of you listening to this episode! Resources: MY BLOGTBB YouTubeStore: thebalancedblonde.com/shopInstagram: @thebalancedblonde Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Sponsors:You can shop Old Navy’s Studio Smooth collection in store & online at OldNavy.com.20% off all IQBAR products. Text BALANCED to 64000. Message and data rates may apply.Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    1 hr and 3 mins