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Ep 869: Michael Damian Returns to Y&R With a Song Fans Will Never Forget

SISTERHOOD OF SWEAT - Motivation, Inspiration, Health, Wealth, Fitness, Authenticity, Confidence and Empowerment

Release Date: 12/22/2025

Ep 869: Michael Damian Returns to Y&R With a Song Fans Will Never Forget

SISTERHOOD OF SWEAT - Motivation, Inspiration, Health, Wealth, Fitness, Authenticity, Confidence and Empowerment

Today on the Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T. Podcast, Linda Mitchell welcomes a true icon whose voice, music, and heart have touched generations. Michael Damian is a Grammy-nominated, multi-gold recording artist, actor, filmmaker, and Broadway star best known for his Billboard No. 1 hit “Rock On” and his beloved role as Danny Romalotti on The Young and the Restless. Just in time for the holidays, Michael returns with a powerful new Christmas single, “Reach Out to Me This Christmas,” a song that reminds us how meaningful connection can be—especially during a season that’s joyful for some...

The Real Reason You’re Exhausted This Time of Year

SISTERHOOD OF SWEAT - Motivation, Inspiration, Health, Wealth, Fitness, Authenticity, Confidence and Empowerment

If you’re feeling drained, wired-but-tired, or overwhelmed heading into the holidays, this episode may completely change how you think about health. In this conversation, Linda Mitchell sits down with Shreya Vohora, an award-winning luxury designer and wellness innovator who is redefining what it truly means to live well — not just through food or fitness, but through the environments we inhabit every day. After her own journey through mold toxicity and hormonal imbalance, Shreya discovered the profound impact our homes have on the nervous system, sleep quality, energy levels, and...

Ep 867: Why America Is Getting Fatter — And How to Fix It (Fast!)

SISTERHOOD OF SWEAT - Motivation, Inspiration, Health, Wealth, Fitness, Authenticity, Confidence and Empowerment

In this powerful and practical episode of The Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T., Linda Mitchell sits down with Dan Kachtik, owner of King William District CrossFit in San Antonio, Texas, to break down what it really takes to build strength, longevity, and confidence at any age. With more than 15 years of experience coaching everyday athletes, Dan shares honest insights on sustainable training, smart nutrition, aging well, and why consistency matters far more than perfection. Together, Linda and Dan dive into how to train smarter after 40, how women should approach fitness during menopause, and why...

Ep 866: How To Find The Beauty In Your Pain with Brandon Farbstein

SISTERHOOD OF SWEAT - Motivation, Inspiration, Health, Wealth, Fitness, Authenticity, Confidence and Empowerment

Do you struggle with adversity? Do you feel like you are out of control over your circumstances, and the events that happen in your life? If so, you are not alone. The age of social media often causes us to play the comparison game which forces us into a dark place where we start to just pretend to be someone we are not in order to look better to the outside world. Listen to the podcast HERE In this episode I talk with Brandon Farbstein who at the age of two was diagnosed with a rare form of dwarfism. For much of his childhood he felt out of place and lost until...

Ep 865: Be Bright, Be Bold, Be You with Taylor Simpson

SISTERHOOD OF SWEAT - Motivation, Inspiration, Health, Wealth, Fitness, Authenticity, Confidence and Empowerment

Are you feeling stuck in your life? Do you want something bigger than you have? Do you want to bring more money to your life? In this episode we dig into what it takes to have your dream life, and why sometimes you need a little tough love to get there. In this episode I talk with Taylor Simpson, a Motivational Speaker, Mindset & Business Coach and host of the widely downloaded “ A Taylored Adventure in Happiness” Podcast, joins us to discuss how we can become our authentic selves, and what it takes to become what you want and do what you want. We talk about knowing our worth,...

Ep 864 - Learn How To Free Yourself From Burnout with Dave Ruel

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Are you interested in entrepreneurship? Have you been struggling with your business? In this episode we delve into all things entrepreneurship. This week, I talk with Dave Ruel, a former competitive physique athlete turned serial entrepreneur, author, speaker, and leadership mentor, about his personal method of achievement. Dave joins us and shares how he gets done before noon, then most people get done all day. We get actionable steps to get our live, business and priorities in order to be more effective in 2021. We discuss freedom, burnout and overwhelm. This is a great...

Ep 863: The REAL Reason It’s a Wonderful Life Still Makes Us Cry Every Christmas

SISTERHOOD OF SWEAT - Motivation, Inspiration, Health, Wealth, Fitness, Authenticity, Confidence and Empowerment

Welcome back to The Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T., where we empower women to step into strength, resilience, and purpose — body, mind, and spirit. Today, we’re celebrating one of the most beloved holiday films of all time with someone who lived it from the inside out. Jimmy Hawkins — who played Tommy Bailey, the youngest son of George and Mary Bailey — joins us to share the heart, history, humor, and humanity behind It’s a Wonderful Life. Now, nearly 80 years after its release, Jimmy has gathered decades of interviews, rare photos, cast and crew insights, and untold behind-the-scenes...

Ep 862: The #1 Behavior That Determines Your Long-Term Health (and Almost No One Talks About It)

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Welcome back to The Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T., where we help women step into strength, vitality, and purpose — body, mind, and spirit. Today’s guest is a leader in the science of brain health, immune function, and evidence-based nutrition. Dr. John E. Lewis, Ph.D., is the Founder and President of Dr Lewis Nutrition® and one of the most respected clinical researchers in his field. He has conducted more than 30 clinical trials, published over 180 peer-reviewed articles, and his groundbreaking Alzheimer’s study — featured in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease — helped spark his...

From Burnout to Balance: The Cellular Power of Minerals with Caroline Alan

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Welcome back to the Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T., where we help women build strength from the inside out. Today, we’re taking a deep dive into the root of human vitality — the minerals that power every cell in your body. Our guest, Caroline Alan, is the co-founder of BEAM Minerals and a passionate educator on the critical role humic and fulvic substances play in cellular function. Years ago, Caroline found herself stuck in chronic inflammation, adrenal burnout, brain fog, anxiety, and full-body depletion while navigating a stressful corporate career. No matter what supplements she tried,...

Ep 860: Can We Reverse Aging? Dr. Bill Andrews on Telomeres, Longevity, and the Future of Anti-Aging Science

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This week, Linda sits down with renowned molecular biologist Dr. Bill Andrews, one of the world’s leading researchers on telomeres and human longevity. Dr. Andrews has dedicated over 30 years to understanding why we age—and how we might stop or even reverse the process. In this powerful conversation, he breaks down what telomeres really do, why they shorten, and what current science can (and cannot) promise when it comes to living longer, healthier lives. He also discusses Televital, the only supplement he says has been shown to induce telomerase, and why true age reversal still requires...

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Today on the Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T. Podcast, Linda Mitchell welcomes a true icon whose voice, music, and heart have touched generations.

Michael Damian is a Grammy-nominated, multi-gold recording artist, actor, filmmaker, and Broadway star best known for his Billboard No. 1 hit “Rock On” and his beloved role as Danny Romalotti on The Young and the Restless. Just in time for the holidays, Michael returns with a powerful new Christmas single, “Reach Out to Me This Christmas,” a song that reminds us how meaningful connection can be—especially during a season that’s joyful for some and deeply emotional for others.

In this heartfelt conversation, Michael shares the inspiration behind his new holiday music, reflects on his decades-long career across music and television, and opens up about why reaching out to others matters now more than ever. From chart-topping success to creative reinvention, this episode is a beautiful reminder that music has the power to heal, connect, and bring hope.

🎧 Interview Questions You’ll Hear in This Episode

What inspired the emotion and message behind “Reach Out to Me This Christmas”?
Why do the holidays bring up such strong feelings of connection—and loneliness—for so many people?
How does releasing music at this stage of life feel different than earlier in your career?
What was most important to you when visually telling the story in the music video?
How has portraying Danny Romalotti shaped your relationship with fans around the world?
What excites you about remixing and reimagining your music for new audiences?
What helps you stay grounded, creative, and inspired during busy or emotional seasons?
What would you say directly to someone who’s struggling this holiday season?

🌟 Main Themes From This Conversation

The power of music as a bridge for human connection
Why the holidays amplify emotions—and how to navigate them with compassion
Reinvention, longevity, and creativity across decades
The deep bond between artists and their fans
Using art as a reminder that no one is truly alone

🎶 About Michael Damian

Michael Damian is a Grammy-nominated, multi-gold recording artist, chart-topping singer-songwriter, actor, director, and producer. He rose to global fame with his No. 1 Billboard hit “Rock On” and became a household name as Danny Romalotti on CBS’s The Young and the Restless—a role written specifically for him.

Beyond music and television, Michael is an acclaimed filmmaker, having directed and produced multiple feature films, including Netflix hits such as Falling for Christmas, Calling for Christmas, and A Paris Christmas Waltz. He has also starred on Broadway in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, setting box office records nationwide.

With his new holiday release “Reach Out to Me This Christmas” and a forthcoming album planned for 2026, Michael continues to inspire audiences through music, storytelling, and heart.