Latest Episodes
Navigating Life’s Changes with Krista Williams
This episode is full of honesty, laughter and powerful insights. Nicole sits down with Krista Williams, co-host of the Almost 30 Podcast, to talk about what it really takes to live authentically, move through challenges and find healing in all areas of life.
The Smallest Molecule with Big Potential | Dr. Tyler LeBaron on Molecular Hydrogen
What if the tiniest molecule in the universe could have a huge impact on your health and longevity? In this episode of the Healthspan Collective, Nicole sits down with Dr. Tyler LeBaron—founder of the Molecular Hydrogen Institute—to explore the science, myths, and therapeutic benefits of molecular hydrogen.
Hormone Health, Gut Restoration, and Chronic Stress with Michelle Kaval
Nicole Doran dives into the world of hormone health and integrative medicine with Michelle Caval, a board-certified family nurse practitioner specializing in women's health, hormone optimization, and gut health restoration. They discuss the misconceptions about hormones, the impact of stress on hormonal balance, and the importance of integrative approaches in managing health. Michelle shares her insights on treatments like bioidentical hormones, peptides, and GLP-1s, along with lifestyle pract...
From Cancer Survivor to Healing Guide: Harmony Brown’s Journey in Functional & Chinese Medicine
Acupuncture physician and functional medicine practitioner, Harmony Brown, shares her incredible journey from surviving cancer twice to helping patients reclaim their health. In this episode, we explore the wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine, functional testing, slowing down to truly heal, and why creating balance is the key to lasting wellness.
Healing, Psilocybin Therapy, and the Courage to Choose Yourself
Alessia shares her story of leaving a finance career, navigating divorce, and using healing practices like guided psilocybin journeys to reconnect with herself. She opens up about why wellness should energize your life rather than control it, and why doing “the brave thing” is always worth it.
Fitness, Focus, and Finding Your Place in a New City
Nicole Doran sits down with her longtime friend to talk about bold life decisions, building a boutique fitness career in Toronto, and how motherhood has shifted her perspective on everything.
Why the Medical System Is Failing and What Sam Tejada Is Doing About It
Sam shares his powerful journey from firefighter to wellness entrepreneur, revealing what opened his eyes to the failures of the traditional healthcare system and how that experience sparked his mission to transform it.
Acupuncture for Skin and Hormones: Blending Traditional Chinese Medicine with Beauty
In this episode of The Healthspan Collective, we sit down with Kacie, founder of Silk & Palm, a Toronto-based wellness studio blending Traditional Chinese Medicine, facial acupuncture, and women’s health. A former aesthetician turned acupuncturist, Kacie shares how personal struggles with PCOS and hormonal imbalance led her to holistic healing and how she now helps women support their skin, hormones, and nervous systems from the inside out.
Why You’re Losing Your Hair & How to Get It Back, According to Dr. Alan Bauman
What if your hair could tell the story of your internal health, your hormones, your inflammation, even your stress? In this episode, Nicole Doran sits down with Dr. Alan Bauman, board-certified hair restoration physician and founder of Bauman Medical. With nearly three decades of experience and over 14,000 procedures performed, Dr. Bauman shares his deep expertise on the root causes of hair loss and why it’s about so much more than just vanity.
Welcome to The Healthspan Collective, where science and wellness converge to redefine how we approach longevity and vibrant health.
Host Nicole Doran brings together world-renowned physicians, researchers, and health innovators in conversations about regenerative medicine, stem cell therapies, nutrition science, anti-aging protocols, and more. Our focus extends beyond simply extending lifespan to optimizing healthspan – the quality of life as we age.
Join our growing community as we explore groundbreaking insights and discover evidence-based approaches to live better for longer.