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Inside the Wellspace: Women, Wellbeing, Wisdom with Cathy O'Brien

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Inside the Wellspace is a podcast redefining women’s wellness through a female lens. For too long, women’s health has been treated from a male perspective. Hosted by wellness advocate Cathy O’Brien—who brings 25+ years in global beauty, a master’s in social work, and her own health journey—the show offers real conversations about often-overlooked aspects of women’s health. From hormones and mental resilience to sleep and bone health, Cathy talks with top experts to break down the science and share practical, evidence-based tools. The goal: to help you feel informed, empowered, and in control.

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Episode thumbnail for Why Wellness Is Wrong (And Your Body Knows Better) | Live Episode with Nidhi Bhanshali Pandya & Natasha Poniatowski

March 19, 2026

Why Wellness Is Wrong (And Your Body Knows Better) | Live Episode with Nidhi Bhanshali Pandya & Natasha Poniatowski

<p>What if wellness isn’t about optimizing your body, but finally learning how to hear it?</p><p>In this live episode of Inside the Well Space, Cathy O’Brien sits down with Ayurvedic expert Nidhi Bhanshali Pandya and Laroot World founder Natasha Poniatowski for a deeply grounding conversation on what it means to return to balance—through wisdom that’s been here all along.</p><p>Nidhi reframes Ayurveda not as a rigid set of rules, but as a practical lens for understanding how the body—and life itself—actually works. From the rhythms of how we eat and sleep to the subtle cues of intuition and emotional regulation, she offers a refreshing, accessible approach to living in alignment rather than constant correction.</p><p>Natasha brings a complementary perspective rooted in nourishment, culture, and the sensory experience of food—reminding us that wellness isn’t just functional, it’s felt.</p><p>Together, they explore the idea of cultivating a supportive “inner climate,” why warmth (in food, routine, and lifestyle) matters more than we think, and how small, consistent shifts can profoundly impact women’s health.</p><p>This episode is filled with tangible, grounding takeaways—from meal timing and digestion to nervous system support, oiling rituals, and reconnecting to your body’s natural intelligence.</p><p><br></p><p>Learn more about Nidhi&#39;s work: https://www.nidhi.me/</p><p>Follow @my_ayruvdeic_life: https://www.instagram.com/my_ayurvedic_life</p><p><br></p><p>Learn more about Natasha and Laroot World: https://larootworld.com/</p><p>Follow @larootworld: https://www.instagram.com/larootworld/</p><p><br></p><p>In this conversation, they explore:</p><p>- What Ayurveda actually is—beyond trends and wellness buzzwords</p><p>- The concept of your body’s “inner climate” and why “warm and moist” is foundational</p><p>- How circadian rhythms shape digestion, energy, and mood</p><p>- Why how and when you eat matters just as much as what you eat</p><p>- The disconnect many women feel from their bodies—and how to rebuild intuition</p><p>- The link between food, hormones, sleep, and emotional wellbeing</p><p>- Simple daily rituals that regulate the nervous system and support longevity</p><p>- A fresh perspective on modern wellness trends like fasting, protein, and cold exposure</p><p><br></p><p>Subscribe to Inside the Well Space:</p><p>YouTube: / @insidethewellspacepodcast</p><p>Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2TQtov8...</p><p>Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...</p><p>Visit The Well Space for Women:</p><p>https://www.thewellspaceforwomen.com</p><p>Follow along on Instagram:</p><p>@thewellspaceforwomen</p>

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March 4, 2026

Hormones, Metabolism & the Truth About GLP-1s | Dr. Caroline Messer

<p>What if the symptoms you’ve been brushing off—fatigue, weight changes, night sweats, anxiety, bone loss—aren’t random… but hormonal?</p><p>Dr. Caroline Messer, double board-certified endocrinologist, demystifies the endocrine system and explain how hormones quietly regulate nearly everything: metabolism, mood, reproduction, cholesterol, bone density, and more. Dr. Messer is the co-founder of Fifth Avenue Endocrinology and founder of Well by Messer, a multi-specialty practice with offices across New York and Connecticut. </p><p>From thyroid disorders to cortisol myths, from perimenopause confusion to the truth about GLP-1 medications, this conversation cuts through misinformation and replaces fear with understanding.</p><p><br></p><p>Timestamps: </p><p>01:12 What endocrinology actually is and why it impacts nearly every system in the body</p><p>05:30 Dr. Messer’s family history in medicine and how she chose endocrinology</p><p>10:15 Why she wanted continuity with patients and long-term relationships</p><p>12:00 What hormones are and how they function as chemical messengers</p><p>15:18 The thyroid explained: symptoms of too much vs. too little</p><p>20:05 Cortisol myths vs. medical reality</p><p>23:45 How doctors diagnose complex hormone imbalances</p><p>31:40 Perimenopause vs. other causes of fatigue and night sweats</p><p>34:10 Mood shifts and hormonal transitions</p><p>35:05 GLP-1 medications: separating fear from fact</p><p>38:20 Pancreatitis, cancer risk, and the latest research</p><p>40:45 Food noise, guilt, and weight loss stigma</p><p>43:10 Muscle loss, metabolism, and what actually happens with weight loss</p><p>45:00 Why hormone health is empowerment, not vanity</p><p><br></p><p>Learn more about Dr. Caroline Messer and Well by Messer:</p><p>https://www.wellbymesser.com</p><p>Follow Dr. Messer on Instagram: @wellbymesser</p><p><br></p><p>Subscribe to Inside the Well Space:</p><p>YouTube: / @insidethewellspacepodcast</p><p>Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2TQtov8...</p><p>Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...</p><p>Visit The Well Space for Women:</p><p>https://www.thewellspaceforwomen.com</p><p>Follow along on Instagram: @thewellspaceforwomen</p>

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February 18, 2026

Building, Pivoting & Thriving in Entrepreneurship | Kristen Sgarlato

<p>Some people have one business idea in their lifetime. Kristen Scarlato had five before she even turned 31—and each one taught her something new about what it truly takes to start, adapt, and persevere in business.</p><p><br></p><p>Kristen is an award-winning product developer and founder of KES Innovation, a New York-based product development agency, and has worked with major beauty brands like Estee Lauder, Tom Ford Beauty, Shiseido, and Beauty by PopSugar. In this conversation, she shares the behind-the-scenes realities of entrepreneurship: the messy middle, the pivots, the failures, and the relentless resilience needed to succeed.</p><p><br></p><p>From building her first career-development website in college to creating apps, consulting, and ultimately founding KES Innovation, Kristen explains how to trust yourself, build a “toolkit” of skills, leverage mentorship, and surround yourself with the right people to make your vision happen. This episode is a roadmap for aspiring founders and anyone curious about what real entrepreneurship looks like—beyond the highlight reels.</p><p><br></p><p>Timestamps:</p><p>01:51 Kristen’s entrepreneurial journey: Five business ideas before 31</p><p>05:21 Growing up in a business-minded family: How parents influenced Kristen’s path</p><p>10:19 College experiences that shaped Kristen’s first business idea</p><p>11:16 Launching a career-development website: Lessons learned the hard way</p><p>13:31 Early insights into payments, web development, and entrepreneurship tools</p><p>15:10 First steps in the beauty industry: Internships at Tom Ford Beauty</p><p>17:22 Discovering a passion for product development at Shiseido</p><p>20:04 Building graphic design and web skills on the side: The start of a second business</p><p>22:19 Pivoting roles to gain a full toolkit: PopSugar and international marketing experience</p><p>28:09 Mesa: Learning to launch brands from scratch into retail</p><p>30:31 COVID-era ventures: Exploring a drop-shipping clothing brand</p><p>34:37 The spark for an app idea: Seeing a problem and solving it creatively</p><p>38:44 Transitioning to consulting: Building KES Innovation while supporting the app</p><p>42:32 Building a team: Hiring strategically and knowing your strengths</p><p><br></p><p>Learn more about KES Innovation and Kristen Sgarlato: https://www.kesinnovation.com</p><p><br></p><p>Follow Kristen on Instagram: </p><p>Subscribe to Inside the Well Space:</p><p>YouTube: / @insidethewellspacepodcast</p><p>Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2TQtov8...</p><p>Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...</p><p>Visit The Well Space for Women: https://www.thewellspaceforwomen.com</p><p>Follow along on Instagram: @thewellspaceforwomen</p><p>If this inspired you, don’t forget to Like, Comment & Share. For insights on entrepreneurship, product development, and women-led businesses, Subscribe now!</p><p>#entrepreneurship #productdevelopment #startups #womeninbusiness #founderstory #businessgrowth #KESInnovation #pivot #mentorship #consulting #wellness #InsideTheWellSpace</p>

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What is Inside the Wellspace: Women, Wellbeing, Wisdom with Cathy O'Brien?

Inside the Wellspace is a podcast redefining women’s wellness through a female lens. For too long, women’s health has been treated from a male perspective. Hosted by wellness advocate Cathy O’Brien—who brings 25+ years in global beauty, a master’s in social work, and her own health journey—the show offers real conversations about often-overlooked aspects of women’s health.

From hormones and mental resilience to sleep and bone health, Cathy talks with top experts to break down the science and share practical, evidence-based tools. The goal: to help you feel informed, empowered, and in control.

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