The Ananda Podcast
The Ananda Podcast is about inspiring listeners to follow their bliss. It encourages aligning with your highest self and embracing greater expansion. The show features conversations meant to help you release control and attachment to outcomes. Listeners are invited to be guided beyond what the mind can imagine and to enjoy each step of the journey.
Episodes
Breathwork Saved My Life: Susan Benoit's Open-Heart Story
Content note: This episode discusses suicide, self-harm, and medical trauma. Please listen with care.At 39, Susan Benoit had a stroke. Doctors found a tumour inside her heart and gave her eight months to live without open-heart surgery. She survived the surgery and then everything fell apart.The thing that finally pulled her out? Breathwork.Susan is a breathwork and contrast therapy facilitator wh
Why the Best Thing You Can Do is Touch Grass: Earth Month w/ Emma Terrell
On this episode we chat with Emma Terrell aka The Urban Botanist is a biologist, entrepreneur, and nature educator right here in Ottawa who's spent the last nine years helping people reconnect with the natural world.We get into her story - going from political science to biology, working as a flight attendant while finishing her degree, and building a business that exploded during the pandemic. We
Invisible String Theory: Are We Always Meant to Find Each Other?
Before Sammi and Dylan ever officially met, they were eating at the same dinners, sitting at the same pool, and walking the same hallways at a resort in the Bahamas and neither had any idea.They only figured it out years later. And they're not alone.In this episode, Dylan and Sammi dig into the Invisible String Theory, the idea that the people who end up mattering most to you were somehow already
Founders React to Negative Comments About Their Brand
In this episode, Sammi and Dylan do something a little different, they read real comments, DMs, and reviews left on Ananda Elixirs page, and give their geniune reactions. From misconceptions about psychedelics to questions about stevia, from "it tastes like bar mat" to "are you guys even real?" this episode pulls back the curtain on what it's actually like to build a wellness brand in public.It's
Fired to Founder: How Sheena Brady Built an 8-Figure Wellness Brand
In this episode, we sit down with Sheena Brady, founder of Tease Wellness, to unpack what it really takes to build a successful business—from burnout and getting fired to scaling a global, 8-figure brand.Sheena shares her journey from working 60–70 hour weeks in luxury hospitality (fueled by 7 cups of coffee a day) to discovering the power of functional tea and building a company rooted in intenti
Non-Toxic Living & Building a Brand w/ Lauren Rose
In this episode of the Ananda Podcast, Sammi sits down with entrepreneur and founder Lauren, the creator of North & Rose a luxury, non-toxic home goods brand.After discovering that mass-produced candles were triggering severe migraines, Lauren began experimenting with creating safer alternatives for her own home. What started as a small personal project quickly evolved into a thriving business
Entrepreneurship & Motherhood: Choose Both w/ Darcy Boucher
In this episode of the Ananda Podcast, Sammi and Dylan sit down with Darcy Boucher, founder of Bowda Creative Co., creator of the Mother Founder Movement, and author of Mom’s Business Baby.Darcy shares her unconventional journey into entrepreneurship- from growing up in a military family and planning a career in the armed forces, to a life-altering accident that forced her to completely rethink he
Experts Say These 7 Things Will Help You Thrive: Our Honest Reactions
In this episode, Sammi and Dylan sit down for a fun, honest blind reaction to an article on “7 Things You Can Do to Thrive in 2026” by Psychology Today... and they have thoughts.The conversation quickly goes beyond the list itself, turning into a real-talk exploration of what it actually means to thrive in today’s world. They unpack everything from reclaiming your attention in a hyper-digital age,
The Beauty Industry Doesn’t Want You to Hear This: Self Love with Esthetician Brittney Finch
In this heartfelt episode of the Ananda Podcast, Sammi sits down with holistic esthetician Brittney Finch for a deeply honest conversation about beauty, self-love, and what it really means to care for yourself in today’s image-obsessed world.Together, they explore the pressures women face around aging, the rise of Botox and cosmetic treatments, and why so many of us feel the need to “fix” perfectl
Why Couples Drift Apart and How to Reconnect w/ Therapist Zara Arshad
Just in time for Valentine’s Day, we dive into one of the most important, and often unspoken, challenges in relationships: staying emotionally connected, especially after becoming parents.Joined by our guest Zara Arshad, MSc, RP, CC-PMH, couples therapist, authour and @the.couples.couch on instagram, we unpack why so many couples struggle with communication, intimacy, and emotional regulation once
What You Didn't Know About Going on Dragons' Den
What actually happens when you go on Dragons' Den? And what happens after the cameras stop rolling? 🐉In this episode, Sammi and Dylan take you behind the scenes of their Dragon’s Den experience: from finding out they’d be airing, to filming the pitch, to navigating the unexpected ripple effects that followed.They break down how the show really works, what it feels like to pitch under pressure, how
Redefining Timelines in Your 20s & 30s: Letting Go and Trusting Your Own Pace
By your mid-20s or 30s, it can feel like there’s an invisible checklist you’re supposed to be following: the career, the relationship, the house, the kids, the success, all by a certain age. And if you’re not “there” yet, it’s easy to assume you’re behind.In this episode, Sammi and Dylan unpack where these timelines actually come from: family expectations, cultural conditioning, capitalism, and th
How We Really Feel About Gentle Parenting: Practice Over Perfection
Gentle parenting gets talked about a lot online… but what does it actually look like in real life?In this episode, Sammi and Dylan share their honest take on gentle parenting and how they’re raising their kids right now — without pretending to have it all figured out. They talk about what parts of gentle parenting resonate with them, what feels challenging on hard days, and how they’re finding a b
Dry January, Done Differently: Redefining Celebration with Silver Swallow
In this episode of The Ananda Podcast, Sammi and Dylan sit down with Genna Woolston, Co-Founder of Silver Swallow, to talk about what it really looks like to rethink our relationship with alcohol without pressure, labels, or extremes.Genna shares how cutting back on alcohol to support her mental health eventually led her (and her partner Andrew) to create Silver Swallow: beautifully crafted, non-a
Next Year, Next You: Making New Year’s Intentions That Actually Stick
New year energy can feel exciting… and overwhelming. In this episode, Sammi and Dylan sit down for an honest conversation about what actually helps us grow and why traditional New Year’s resolutions so often fall apart.They talk about moving away from all-or-nothing thinking and perfection, and instead choosing small, intentional shifts that add up over time. Together, they explore the difference
Your Holiday Survival Guide: Boundaries, Peace, & Protecting Your Energy
In this holiday episode, Sammi and Dylan explore the stress and challenges associated with the holiday season, focusing on family dynamics, setting boundaries, and managing expectations. They dive into personal growth and navigating relationships during the holidays and topics such as setting boundaries, overcoming people-pleasing tendencies, healing past traumas, and creating positive family dyna
We Almost Lost Everything Building Our Business: The Lessons That Built Ananda Elixirs
We’re so excited to be back! There’s a lot to catch up on...In this first episode back, Sammi and Dylan sit down for an honest conversation about the real journey behind creating Ananda Elixirs, and the moments that shifted the direction of their business and lives.They open up about the emotional side of entrepreneurship — the pressure, the uncertainty, the tough decisions, and what it’s like bui
24. Stepping Into Your Highest Self & Following Flow
In this episode Sammi shares more about her journey of shifting identity time and time again and how that led to her message of her book, I,dea: Awaken Your Inner Goddess. She will share some practical steps toward self love, acceptance and personifying your highest self so that you can start taking action to BECOME! It's time to release control, go with the flow and align with that divine feminin
1. Awaken & Flourish In Your LIFE!
Welcome to the awaken and flourish podcast! Let's take a deep dive on the title, and what you can expect from the podcast! In this episode, we talk about what it means to awaken in your life, near death experiences, the gossip culture, and how to flourish by being authentically you!
6. The POWER of Gratitude
When we open our hearts to gratitude, the world becomes our oyster. In this short episode, we take you through how we've used gratitude to transform our life and find joy even in the most difficult moments. Sammi's book - www.awakendea.com
3. Finding Balance in a World Trying to Divide Us
After a really difficult 2 years for everyone in the world, stepping away from extremes, finding balance, and compassion for others is the key to reclaiming your inner peace.
MiniMorningMindfuness - The Joy Of Giving
The secret to a joyful life.
16. Slowing Down to Speed Up
Solo Episode with Sammi, she shares some of her recent thoughts and lessons on doing less in alignment creates more effortlessly. Tapping into your true self (awareness) and creating more acceptance and love in your life. She also shares some times to shifting your thoughts to change your reality. LINKS/RESOURCES Click here to learn more about Sam's book!
20. Gut Health, Mindfulness and Hormones with The Healthy Gut Goddess, Sarah!
This episode is filled with so many nuggets that if taken action on and done consistenly, could make a huge difference in your life. Sarah is an awesome Functional Health Practicioner who focuses on helping people slow down, get present and intentional and work through their stuff to get to the root cause of their symptoms. You'll see how connected every aspect of our lives truly are in this inspi
27. Following Your Inner Guidance/Why We Moved To Canada
Hey guys! We're back! After moving to a new country, we are here with new insights, new stories, and a new vision for what we are creating! Join us!
31. Shifting to 5D Consciousness: Choosing the Timeline of Harmony
In this episode, Sammi dives deep into the transformative journey from 3D to 5D consciousness. We explore the idea that Earth is splitting into two timelines—one rooted in the familiar chaos and division, and another blossoming into a harmonious utopia where humanity, nature, and the cosmos exist in perfect alignment. Imagine an Earth woven with harmony, where countries, communities, and ecosystem
A Day Without Hate: Healing the Masculine & Inspiring Peace with Adam Baca
In this profoundly moving episode, we sit down with Emmy-winning peace activist, producer, and men's coach Adam Baca to explore his extraordinary journey—from co-founding the global "Day Without Hate" movement in high school to creating transformative spaces for modern men. Adam shares how a tragic school shooting catalyzed a movement for kindness and connection that's now reached hundreds of thou
2. Attracting, Cultivating, and Growing a DREAM Relationship + Our Love Story
Have you ever felt like the current paradigm for relationships is kinda screwed up? (Spoiler… It IS) That's the way we felt too! Before we met, we both decided we wanted to have a different kind of experience- one that centered around growth, expansion, and becoming the best versions of ourselves. In this episode, we share our love story, and our top tips for attracting, navigating, and cultivatin
28. Grief, Loss, and Healing with Clinical Therapist Samantha Piercynski
This episode features a heartfelt and insightful conversation between host Samantha Dreiling and guest Samantha Piercynski, a clinical therapist with over 25 years of experience specializing in trauma, grief, and narcissistic abuse recovery. The discussion focuses on understanding the complexities of grief, which can be more than just the loss of a loved one, encompassing life transitions like mov
11. The Power of Good Food with Cindy Anderson
In this episode we had the pleasure of speaking to Cindy Anderson, founder of Manny's Choice. She shares her incredible story of healing and uncovering the power of real, holistic nutrition. She shares how she uncovered the truth about American gluten and how she found a solution not only for herself, but many people around her - which lead to the creation of her company. Manny's Choice Flour- h
12. Level Up and Align with Your Best Life
MORE. SETTLING! Your best life and your best self is waiting for you to tap in and align! It's time to take your power back, forgive the past, and level up! You get in life what your standards are and you will only see your life change when you raise your standards. In this episode, we will guide you through 4 simple steps to changing your life! Sammi's Book: awakendea.com
14. Unstucking Yourself
We get it, it happens to all of us. We all have moments where suddenly we look around and we realize we're not happy, we're not fulfilled, we're not growing. Well, this episode is designed to help you break out of that and get back on the path of your highest calling! Sammi's Book: awakendea.com
15. The Power of Honest Reflection and Acceptance with Christy Dreiling
Every person in our life acts as a mirror to our greatest self and our shadow self. When you create the courage to take an honest reflection of yourself alongside radical acceptance, you enter your true power. Christy has a hilarious and empowering, open and honest conversation with Dylan, who is her oldest son of 3, and Sammi, her daughter-in-law. Christy is a top income earner in her social ma
9. Unlock Fixed Mindset for More Fun and Fulfillment
You may have heard about having a growth mindset versus a fixed mindset. In this episode we take the topic to a deeper level. Unlock more fun and fulfillment by uncovering areas you've deemed as something you aren't good at or incapable of. There is so much more waiting for you, let's dive in and do the work together! LINKS/RESOURCES: Sammi's book - www.awakendea.com
10. Investing vs. Spending Your Money, Energy, Time, And Life - The Key To Lasting Fulfillment
We all want to live an extraordinary life. But so many of us feel stuck, not knowing how to get there. In this episode, we dive into the keys to living a growth-oriented life by INVESTING our time, energy, money, and life, rather than spending it. Let's dive in.
17. Money Through the Power of Alignment and Integrity
Money wants to flow to those who grow it, expand it, impact more people and help the planet. There is an illusion of money giving us security and safety when oftentimes we sabotage our true beings for this illusion. Tap into your true self and be free to align with your being which is always abundant. LINKS/RESOURCES Click here to learn more about Sam's book!
18. SEASON 2! FOLLOW YOUR BLISS BABY!
After almost a year, the podcast is back! With a new name, a new vibe, an new mission, because hey, it's good to re-invent yourself when you've grown and changed. And that really what we've been so busy doing! In this Episode Sammi will share more about the shifts and changes and new beginnings that last year has brought and some of those stand out life lessons along the way! We're happy to be bac
19.Cultivating Friendships with Depth with Christina Kelly
Today I get to share with you a candid conversation with a dear friend, Christina Kelly! She's a loving, bubbly bundle of joy and excitement. She lights up a room and is always on a mission to serve everyone she interacts with. We are taking about how to cultivate deeper friendships, a true sisterhood around you and how to grow yourself as a part of that process. Christina also gives amazing tips
8. The New Age of Business
What would the world look like if all business was a force for good? What if companies could become more profitable when they made a mission to support people and the planet? What can you do to become a more conscious consumer and add health and wellbeing to your life? We dive into all of it in this episode! B Corporations- https://www.bcorporation.net/en-us/ Manny's Choice Flour- https://manny
4. Your New Life Will Cost You Your Old One
What are you holding onto that is no longer serving you? What are you asking for and why are you asking for it? What are you willing to give up and create space for? We dive into it all on this fiery episode.
30. The world is crazy, how can we find peace? With Spiritual Author Kim Michaels
Join us for another insightful episode with author Kim Michaels! Kim Michaels is a Danish-born author and spiritual teacher who has dedicated his life to exploring and sharing profound spiritual insights. Born on December 16, 1957, in Horsens, Denmark, he graduated from Arkitektskolen i Aarhus as an architect in 1987. Transitioning from architecture, Kim pursued a path in spiritual writing and tea
23. Finding Your Spiritual Gift with Andrea Taylor
Andrea Taylor is a Mama, Artist, Retreat Host, Entrepreneur and so much more! She shares her incredibly insrpiring story about how she discovered her spiritual gifts and her powerful healing journey. She recently co-created with her friend Annie and amazing monthly spiritual tool box to help simplify spiritual practices called 108 Meditate. Make sure you follow her for upcoming retreats, events an
26. The Spiritual Path, Ascended Masters, and Being The Change In America
Kim Michaels has published over 80 books and has created several very extensive websites about spirituality, self-improvement and related topics. He has personally been on the spiritual path for 48 years. In this episode, we talk about Kim's spiritual path, how resolving psycology is the key to spiritual growth, and how to be the change in America. You can watch the full video on youtube by foll
32. You probably have parasites, but here's how to get rid of them- with the WORM QUEEN, Kim Rogers
In this transformative episode, we sit down with Kim Rogers—affectionately known as The Worm Queen—to uncover the powerful story behind her healing and mission. After years of battling chronic illness and getting nowhere with conventional medicine, Kim turned to functional mushrooms and parasite cleansing. What she discovered not only saved her life, but ignited a calling to help others reclaim th
21. Leaving Social Media for a Present Life & Numerology with Momoko
This was such a fun episode with my beautiful soul sister from across the pond, Momoko aka Momo <3 She's such a light in the world and has found ways to help expand that light instead of feeling like she's sleepwalking through life, addicted to social media. Many of us have varying degrees of this addiction and we give you a self reflection list of questions found below and discussed in this ep
MiniMorningMindfulness - The Meaning You Give Things
Welcome to the first episode of our miniseries. MiniMorningMindfulness is a collection of little inspirations that are meant to help you start your day with purpose and mindfulness. Each clip will be just a few minutes long, but each one contains a beautiful jewel of wisdom take with you on your day.
13. Unlocking Passion in your Love Relationship
It's crazy to think we don't take the time to learn about how to have a vibrant, positive relationship. We finally find our person and then we expect to just figure it out along the way. It's no wonder the divorce rate is so high when most people are living from an unconscious, ego, self-centered desire for gain in their relationship. With so many walls up and patterns outplaying, it can feel over
29. You Won't Believe What Saunas Do For Your Body! With Biohacking Expert Ryan Today
Ryan Today is a visionary thinker and passionate researcher exploring the science of the human experience, which he calls "The Mechanics of Life, from the atomic level up to the consciousness that shapes it." A recognized expert in Biohacking, with 27 years of professional experience in the healing arts, his latest work, the "Life Energy Cycle," is a groundbreaking discovery of how the body genera
Start Before You're Ready: How All The Bitter Was Born With Ian Blessing
In this episode, Dylan and Sammi sit down with Ian Blessing, co-founder of All The Bitter, a non-alcoholic bitters company making serious waves in the NA beverage world. Ian shares the real, unfiltered story of how he and his wife Carly started their brand — from Googling "how to make bitters" in their kitchen to now being stocked in over 100 Total Wine stores and opening their own tasting room.
22. Medium Michelle Weinhofen on Growing Your Intuition
Medium, Reiki Master and Yoga Teacher, Michelle Weinhofen joins us on the show today! She shares how she started to consciously open her gifts of intuition, guidance and mediumship to serve others in a way she never expected! Get ready for some wild stories and tips and tricks to opening up your own gifts, if you choose! Connect with her at her website michelleweinhofen.com or on instragram @mich
25. Season 3! Life changes, Ananda Elixirs's Growth, and Lessons Learned
Welcome to season 3 episode 1 of The Ananda Podcast! In this episode, we fill you in on whats new in our world. We duscuss the growth and lessons we've learned building our brand from scratch (and building success), as well as the life lessons and challenges the past year has brought!
7. Manifesting an Abundant Life (It's not what you expect!)
In this episode, we dive into one of our favorite topics: Abundance. Not the way you might expect though! True abundance goes beyond extrinsic wealth and acquiring things. Abundance is a state of mind, and way of being and it is all available to you! Get ready to dive deep into some beliefs that may be holding you back from your innate abundance and prosperous life!
5. Finding God, Building Wealth, and Cultivating Self Discovery on Your Spiritual Path w/ Peter Schultz
Today's guest is Peter Schultz. Peter is an investor, entrepreneur, and mediator for over 40 years. In this episode, Peter shares his experiences on his spiritual journey with his Guru: Yogacharya Mother Hamilton, and how he mints millionaires through his unique investing strategies. You can find Peter's investing programs at: www.wealthbuilderpublishing.com
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