Travel isn’t just sightseeing—it fundamentally changes the way you think and comes with a massive neurological upgrade. In this episode of The Upgrade Effect, we break down the highs and lows of traveling and how every experience, the good, the bad, and the ugly, leaves you with a fresh perspective. Few things have the power to transform you like travel. It’s the ultimate upgrade—expanding your mindset, shifting your priorities, and leaving you with a version of yourself that’s more open, adaptable, and enriched by the world.

What do you need to do? It depends on WHAT THE GOAL IS. In this episode of The Upgrade Effect, I’m joined by Meaghan Keating, a Certified Fitness and Nutrition Coach, to discuss why dieting is often a scam and how health fads can leave you feeling overwhelmed. We explore how your unique goals should guide your approach to health—whether it’s building muscle, losing weight, or simply feeling your best. Meaghan shares her experience prepping for a bodybuilding show, explaining how her intense diet and workout routine are tailored to her specific goal of getting shredded, but are far from practical for everyday life. Tune in to learn how to align your health practices with your goals and break free from the confusion of diet culture.

In this episode of The Upgrade Effect, we’re putting water under the microscope—literally and figuratively. From the tap to the bottle, reverse osmosis to hydrogen water, we'll sip through the pros and cons of each type of water and take a closer look at the liquid you’re gulping down every day. Spoiler alert: not all water is created equal.

Is your body running on battery acid or a peaceful mountain spring? In this episode of The Upgrade Effect, we get real about pH balance—what it is, why it matters, and how to stop your insides from feeling like a science experiment gone wrong. Join us as we break down the science, toss in a few laughs, and share practical tips to keep your body chemistry as zen as God's plan. Science meets self-care just about every time.

Motherhood: the ultimate test of patience, endurance, and your ability to function on zero sleep. In part two of our series, we’re spilling the tea on the daily chaos, sharing relatable moments, and dropping sanity-saving tips to help you survive the madness.

It’s real, it’s raw, and it might just make you feel a little less alone. Pop in your earbuds—this one’s your survival guide.

Join us in this 2-Part Series on Motherhood. In Part 1 we get into where we were when we VERY UNEXPECTEDLY found out we were pregnant. We discuss fears, experiences and contrast our birth stories. Moral of the story is: pregnancy is the beautiful most insane miracle we believe any woman could ever go through.

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This episode of The Upgrade Effect takes a fresh look at goal-setting through a scientific lens. We uncover what drives focus and follow-through, then share practical methods to turn big ambitions into achievable weekly steps. No fluff—just tools to help you take action and make real progress. If you’re serious about leveling up, this is where it starts.

In this episode of The Upgrade Effect, we uncover some unsettling truths about the food industry. Drawing on insights from Vani Hari (aka “The Food Babe”), we explore 15 surprising ingredients the FDA allows in our food, despite the potential detrimental health risks. From antibiotics to MSG, these additives are more prevalent than you might expect—and they could be impacting your well-being. We will also offer some healthy alternatives to help you upgrade your grocery list to feel detox your body, feel more energy, and get your zest for life back!