Be Marvelus (the mental fitness podcast)

If you’ve ever met someone who is genuinely thriving and wondered, What’s their secret? this is the podcast for you. Each week you'll hear from beautiful, resilient humans who sit down with host (& Marvelus coFounder) Marta Kagan to share the most vulnerable moments of their lives and the choices that helped them become their most Marvelus selves. Packed with inspiring stories, profound insights, and actionable tips, the Be Marvelus Podcast will help you get into the best mental and emotional shape of your life.

Ep. 66: How to Love Your Body Exactly as She Is 08/07/2024

Ep.65 - Instant Happiness Tips from America's Happiness Doctor 07/24/2024

Ep.64 - 3 Ways to Radically Improve Your Self-Worth 07/17/2024

Ep.63 - Two Nervous System Hacks To Dramatically Improve Your Mental Health & Transform Your Life 07/10/2024

Ep.62 - The Well-F**ked & Well-Paid Woman 07/03/2024

Ep.62 - The Well-F**ked & Well-Paid Woman If I told you there was a simple, PLEASURABLE way to love your own body (exactly as it is right now), kick any hints of 'good girl' shame to the curb, and achieve both personal and financial abundance—you'd want to hear about it, wouldn't you? Then hit PLAY on this episode, because my guest and co-conspirator, Barbara Katsnelson, and I are going to map out exactly how you can go from from being underpaid and unsatisfied to orgasmically abundant... and why the world NEEDS you to do exactly that. In this episode you'll learn: 1) Practical tools to cultivate unfaltering self-confidence and break old, limiting patterns 2) The secrets to experiencing deep, unapologetic pleasure in your body and your life 3) How embracing your desires can lead to financial success and true fulfilment Ready to transform your life and become the most empowered version of yourself? Tune in to this episode now and start your journey towards being well-f**ked and well-paid! To find out more about The Well Fucked & Well Paid Woman Program go to: ** Feel confident & at ease in any situation with my 3-Minute Power Practice: Reclaim your power and your radiance with my 3-hour Ready to COME ALIVE and become your most radiant, MARVELUS self? Have a question or suggestion? Call or text the BeMarvelus Hotline: (617) 444-9275 Follow me on Instagram: ** ABOUT OUR GUEST Barbara Katsnelson, Founder of The Awareness Muse / Spiritual Pleasure Popstar Barbara has been helping women create epic love and extraordinary pleasure inside and outside of the bedroom for over thirteen years. Her journey started when she hit rock bottom in her own romantic relationships (or as she calls them, “situation-ships”). Feeling completely lost, hopeless in love and dead inside when it came to sex, Barbara sought out the profound teachings of feminine leaders like Mama Gena, Sheila Kelley, and Layla Martin who helped her alchemize her own wounds into her signature Modern Goddess coaching methodology. /episode/index/show/87383ca1-42ca-41a0-9587-c817b93556cb/id/32020372

Ep.61 - From Medicine to Spiritual Awakening: Allison's Story 06/26/2024

Ep.61 - From Medicine to Spiritual Awakening: Allison's Story "Midlife is not a crisis; it's an opportunity to harness the wisdom of four-plus decades of living and become who you were actually meant to be." In this episode, host Marta Kagan sits down with Dr. Allison Mulcahy who shares her journey of transitioning from a high-stress career in emergency medicine to embracing surrender and exploring the healing power of sexual energy and clairvoyance. Hit PLAY to hear Allison reveal: Her experience with burnout and the transformative impact of ayahuasca Why this double board-certified physician prescribes orgasms, not apples, for optimal physical and emotional health How she learned to truly surrender and embrace the discomfort of the unknown—and how you can playfully (and confidently) flirt with surrender in YOUR life Truly a must-listen episode for those seeking to reinvent themselves and embrace their most unfuckwithable selves! ** Doors are OPEN for enrollment to The Well F**ked & Well Paid Woman. Get Feel confident & at ease in any situation with my 3-Minute Power Practice: Reclaim your power and your radiance with my 3-hour Ready to COME ALIVE and become your most radiant, MARVELUS self? Have a question or suggestion? Call or text the BeMarvelus Hotline: (617) 444-9275 Follow me on Instagram: ** About Our Guest: Allison Mulcahy, MD is double board-certified in Emergency Medicine and Integrative Medicine (completed the Andrew Weill Integrative Medicine Fellowship), with an extensive background in regenerative medicine, functional medicine, anti-aging medicine, wilderness medicine, genomics, and hormone therapy. She uses cutting-edge technology like Perineural Injection Treatment® from Lyftogt Med, point-of-care ultrasound therapy, nerve hydrodissection, activated oxygen therapy, ketamine injections, stellate ganglion blocks (nervous system resets), pulsed electromagnetic field therapy (PEMF), shiftwave therapy, Joovv infrared light therapy, craniosacral therapy, and crystal sound bowl therapy. Dr. Mulcahy offers her patients a truly unique way to achieve better health. Be sure to check out Instagram: @dr.allisonmulcahy Website: Website: /episode/index/show/87383ca1-42ca-41a0-9587-c817b93556cb/id/31887822

Ep.60 - Finding Your Voice with Megan Jo Wilson 06/19/2024

Ep.60 - Finding Your Voice with Megan Jo Wilson Ever wondered how some women exude unstoppable confidence and magnetic charisma? What if you could discover their secret and unleash your own inner rockstar? In a world where women are conditioned to play small and doubt their power, finding authentic confidence and a strong voice can be challenging. This episode dives into a revolutionary approach to breaking free from these societal norms and reclaiming your power through the unique experience of Rockstar Camp. In this episode, you will Learn practical strategies to build unshakable confidence and break free from limiting beliefs. Discover the transformative power of embodying your voice and presence through the arts. Gain insights into fostering true sisterhood and support among women, overcoming societal conditioning. Hit play now to join Marta Kagan and Megan Jo Wilson as they reveal the secrets to becoming unfuckwithable and living your fullest, most vibrant life! About this episode's guest: For the last 20 years, Megan Jo Wilson has been training Women in mastering the art of relentless self-approval. Her experiential program “Rockstar Camp” puts Women on stage with a live band and audience to embody the pleasure of fully-expressed Voice and Visibility. She is a faculty trainer at the Co-Active Training Institute (CTI), a co-conspirator with presidential candidate Marianne Williamson and Feminist Icon Regena Thomashaeur, and author of the best-selling books, “Who the F*ck Am I To Be a Coach” and “No More Playing Small.“ Apply for Rockstar Camp if: You sometimes feel invisible, unseen, unheard. You are done with Grind and Hustle culture. You know your mission is important now more than ever. You’re ready to play bigger and have fun doing it. You forget how brilliant you are and blame yourself. Please note: Rockstar Camp is for women, women-identifying, and non-binary /gender non-conforming people who are comfortable in spaces that center women. If any of this makes you think twice, you should not apply! Her website: Rockstar camp website: Her instagram: @meganjowilson /episode/index/show/87383ca1-42ca-41a0-9587-c817b93556cb/id/31788577

Ep.59 - How to Have a Hot AF Love Life At Any Age 06/12/2024

Ep.58 - Becoming Unf**kwithable with Dr. Mandi Rose 06/05/2024

Ep. 57 - Three Ways to Make Menopause Your Bitch 05/29/2024

Ep. 56 - Healing from Within with Irma Lorena McGraw 05/22/2024

Ep. 56 - Healing from Within with Irma Lorena McGraw What happens when you bury emotional trauma? Where do those unprocessed feelings GO? Do they lodge themselves in your physical body, causing acute or chronic illnesses like diabetes or even cancer? For my guest this week, Irma Lorena McGraw, the answer was a resounding YES. Having completely buried her feelings about terminating an unplanned pregnancy, Irma Lorena was shocked to be diagnosed with cervical cancer, pre-diabetes, high cholesterol, and PCOS—all before her 30th birthday and despite being in excellent physical condition as a lifelong athlete. Tune in to hear: How she went from feeling hopeless and suicidal to CANCER-FREE and genuinely joyful—in just a few short years The 3 key moves that allowed her to take back the reins of her mental, emotional AND PHYSICAL health—without a prescription, surgery, or any other medical intervention How she recovered from a devastating late-stage miscarriage... and what this experience has taught her about grief, forgiveness, and vulnerability Get a box of tissues (and keep them handy), because this episode is packed with ALL OF THE FEELS... 00:00 Welcome & Introduction: Irma Lorena's Healing Journey 00:20 The Path to Becoming a Healing Coach 00:56 Irma Lorena's Personal Health Crisis and Awakening 06:20 The Healing Power of Diet and Lifestyle Changes 08:31 Confronting Emotional and Spiritual Pain 17:46 The Transformative Power of Sharing and Healing 23:21 The Power of Letting Go and Spiritual Healing 24:23 Discovering the Miracle of Release 25:41 The Continuous Journey of Healing and Self-Care 26:33 Embracing Change for Personal Growth 32:33 The Importance of Small Steps in Healing 35:30 Finding Strength in Grief and Loss 42:51 The Integral Connection of Mind, Body, and Spirit 43:22 Connecting with Irma Lorena for Wellness Guidance 44:34 Reflecting on the Journey and Looking Ahead *** Feel confident & at ease in any situation with my 3-Minute Power Practice: Reclaim your power and your radiance with my 3-hour Ready to COME ALIVE and become your most radiant, MARVELUS self? Have a question or suggestion? Call or text the BeMarvelus Hotline: (617) 444-9275 Follow me on Instagram: *** Hosted by: *** About my Guest: Irma Lorena McGraw is a Certified Nutrition Consultant, Yoga Instructor, and a Lifestyle and Diabetes Coach with over 15 years experience helping people to reclaim health through holistic nutrition, exercise and spirituality. She came to this earth with a purpose to serve and to empower others to live their best lives; find inner peace, confidence, forgiveness, love, joy, and true body, mind, and spirit healing. Links: /episode/index/show/87383ca1-42ca-41a0-9587-c817b93556cb/id/31433447

Ep. 55 - Emotional Resilience with Jennie Cruise // *rerelease* 05/15/2024

Ep. 54 - Unlocking the Power of Pleasure with Barbara Katsnelson 05/08/2024

Ep. 54 - Unlocking the Power of Pleasure with Barbara Katsnelson What if I told you that the key to feeling unf**kwithably confident, joyful, and wildly alive is in your lap (literally) RIGHT NOW? HIT PLAY on today's episode to discover the very thing the partiarchy does NOT want you to know about — and how to tap into it DAILY to unlock more pleasure, joy, and fulfillment in your life. Join me and sex + love coach, Barbara Katsnelson, as we explore: Why most of us are cock-blocking our own pleasure — and how to change that (immediately) How to 'microdose' pleasure and infuse joy and power into even the shittiest of days How to tune in to your desires and your body's wisdom to unlock creativity, improve relationships, and feel SEXY AF! *** Feel confident & at ease in any situation with my 3-Minute Power Practice: Reclaim your power and your radiance with my 3-hour Ready to COME ALIVE and become your most radiant, MARVELUS self? Have a question or suggestion? Call or text the BeMarvelus Hotline: (617) 444-9275 Follow me on Instagram: *** Show Notes: 00:00 Welcome to the Be Marvelus Podcast 00:31 Meet Barbara: The Spiritual Pleasure Pop Star 01:45 Unlocking Radiance and Pleasure 06:30 The Journey to Self-Discovery and Pleasure 13:18 Navigating the Complexities of Female Sexuality 14:57 Embarking on a Path of Pleasure and Intimacy 20:47 Practical Steps Towards Embracing Pleasure 27:36 Unlocking the Power of Pleasure 28:26 The Shift to Pleasure as a Primary Tool 29:36 Pleasure: A Hidden Source of Power 33:03 The Pleasure Process: How to Integrate Pleasure into Your Life 33:31 The Pleasure Cycle: Planning, Execution, and Digestion 36:52 Microdosing Pleasure: Integrating Joy into Everyday Life 48:03 Desire and Pleasure: Navigating the Path to Fulfillment 53:24 Working with Barbara: Transforming Lives Through Pleasure 57:25 Conclusion: The Transformative Power of Pleasure *** About My Guest: Barbara Katsnelson (aka "the awareness muse") is a sex + love coach who has been helping women create epic love and extraordinary pleasure inside and outside of the bedroom for over twelve years. Her journey started when she hit rock bottom in her own romantic relationships (or as she calls them, “situation-ships”). Feeling completely lost, hopeless, and dead inside when it came to sex and pleasure, Barbara sought out the profound teachings of feminine leaders like Mama Gena, Sheila Kelley, and Layla Martin who helped her alchemize her own wounds into her signature Modern Goddess coaching methodology. She brings her irresistible flavor of helping women thrive in their love lives and beyond to the FUCK YES container. Links: /episode/index/show/87383ca1-42ca-41a0-9587-c817b93556cb/id/31202737

Ep. 53 - Three Ways to Snap the F**K Out Of It 05/01/2024

Ep. 52 - The Art of Self-Mastery with Aama Harwood 04/24/2024

Ep. 51 - How to Detox Your Body & Mind with Matt Coffman 04/17/2024

Ep. 50 - Feeling, Healing, & Being REAL with Shira Sameroff 04/03/2024

Ep. 50 - Feeling, Healing, & Being REAL with Shira Sameroff This week on the Be Marvelus Podcast, I sit down with coach, therapist, teacher, writer, and healing practitioner, Shira Sameroff, to explore the transformative power of being real and listening to oneself. Hit PLAY to hear: Why it's so hard for so many of us to actually be real The subtle art of listening to yourself—and not mistaking your truth and intuition for the internalized voices of your family, friends, society, etc. The transformative power of facing your fears and having your vulnerabilities witnessed by others (versus hiding them, like we usually do) Our top tips and tools to start feeling and being more real and more marvelous INSTANTLY *** Feel confident & at ease in any situation with my 3-Minute Power Practice: Reclaim your power and your radiance with my 3-hour Ready to COME ALIVE and become your most radiant, MARVELUS self? Have a question or suggestion? Call or text the BeMarvelus Hotline: (617) 444-9275 Follow me on Instagram: *** About My Guest: Shira Sameroff, LCSW is a therapist, coach, consultant and teacher. Shira’s expertise is rooted in decades of practice with thousands of people of diverse identities, ages and life stories in a wide array of settings. Shira offers individual & group therapy and coaching around a themes of individual and collective healing such as: life and leadership coaching for women, transformative decluttering, deep support for mothers, for women who are not mothers and for women making the decision whether or not to become a mother and professional development training around areas such as group facilitation, giving and receiving feedback and trauma-informed and oppression-informed practice). She weaves together a range of therapeutic models such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), somatic and nature-based therapies, healing from and ending oppression and more to help her clients reconnect with their intuition and inhabit the life they most desire. The heart and soul of Shira’s work is helping humans reconnect with ourselves, each other, our bodies and the more than human natural world so we can live powerfully and whole, in mutually supportive relationship with all to enable the healing we and all earth is yearning for. Shira’s approach is collaborative, deeply attuned, wildly creative and full of heart and all of her work is informed by and rooted in her own lived experience of healing, learning and emerging. Shira warmly welcomes you to reach out and connect! Links: /episode/index/show/87383ca1-42ca-41a0-9587-c817b93556cb/id/30294573

Ep. 49: From Rupture to Radiance with Annette Freeman 03/13/2024

Ep. 48 - Embracing Pleasure & Authenticity with Meg Williams 02/28/2024

Ep. 47 - How to TRULY Live Your 'Best Life' with Veronica Lynn Clark 02/21/2024

Ep. 47 - How to TRULY Live Your 'Best Life' with Veronica Lynn Clark What does it really mean to live your best life? And how the hell do you actually do that when life keeps throwing shit sandwiches at you? My guest today, Veronica Lynn Clark (renowned coach, speaker, author, podcast host, mother, and activist) has a few opinions on these questions... as well as some practical advice. Hit PLAY to hear Veronica share: Her insights on how to find joy and hope after massive rupture Her struggles (and triumphs) with taboo topics such as sex and suicide Her go-to practices for promoting joy, pleasure—and truly living your best life *** Feel confident & at ease in any situation with my 3-Minute Power Practice: Reclaim your power and your radiance with my 3-hour Ready to COME ALIVE and become your most radiant, MARVELUS self? Have a question or suggestion? Call or text the BeMarvelus Hotline: (617) 444-9275 Follow me on Instagram: *** About My Guest: Veronica Lynn Clark holds over two decades of experience involving trauma/addiction recovery and life coaching. She learned early on the value of her resilience and the necessity of having compassion towards oneself to overcome past traumas and thrive. Upon seeking wholeness and healing for her own wounds, Veronica was motivated to help others by establishing a state-licensed group home in 2006 that offered shelter for teens ages 12-17 along with a transitional home for women in alcohol and drug recovery. Veronica has earned a Master's degree in Adult Education, a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, and has worked across various industries such as retail banking, real estate, and Higher Education. Veronica pursued numerous certifications in Yoga, Meditation, Ayurveda, and Nutrition. After training in Trauma-Informed Yoga, Veronica chose to expand her understanding of trauma resolution by becoming a Somatic Experiencing® (SE) Practitioner. Veronica is a contributing author to two best-selling books called From Resilience to Brilliance and Love Letters to My Sisters Anthology. From her creative approach as a Sexual Healing and Intimacy Coach, to being both member and speaker for the AZ Coalition Against Sexual and Domestic Violence, Veronica has a genuine heart for empowering and guiding others back to wholeness. Links: /episode/index/show/87383ca1-42ca-41a0-9587-c817b93556cb/id/29879398

Ep. 46 - The Truth About Dating, Love & Relationships with Emily Taradash 02/14/2024

Ep. 45 - Turning Pain into Art with Deborah Kampmeier 02/07/2024

Ep. 45 - Turning Pain into Art with Deborah Kampmeier A lot of people talk about turning their pain into art, but today's guest actually walks that talk. From her semi-autobiographical feature films Virgin, Split, and Hounddog (which she wrote and directed) to her directorial artistry on shows like Star Trek Picard, FBI International, and The Gilded Age, Deborah Kampmeier has poured her love, her passion, and her raw feminine truth into every frame. And in this episode of the Be Marvelus Podcast, Deborah shares the controversies she has faced as a female filmmaker (before, during, and after the Me Too Movement) and why she's raising a billion-dollar film fund to finance female directors. Sit back, relax, and get ready to be inspired! *** Feel confident & at ease in any situation with my 3-Minute Power Practice: Reclaim your power and your radiance with my 3-hour Have a question or suggestion? Call or text the BeMarvelus Hotline: (617) 444-9275 Follow me on Instagram: *** About My Guest: Deborah Kampmeier is an award-winning filmmaker, having written, directed, produced, and edited multiple short and feature films. Her first feature “Virgin,” starring Elisabeth Moss and Robin Wright was nominated for two 2004 Independent Spirit Awards, including Best Actress for Elisabeth Moss and the John Cassavetes Award. Her second feature, “Hounddog,” starring Dakota Fanning and Robin Wright was nominated for the Grand Jury Prize at the 2007 Sundance Film Festival. Deborah’s third feature, “Split,” won Best of Show at the 2016 Female Eye Film Festival. Her fourth feature “Tape,” starring Isabelle Fuhrman, moved its theatrical release online, as it was scheduled to open in theaters March 2020, and is now available on VOD. Kampmeier made her television directorial debut on Ava DuVernay’s “Queen Sugar” in 2019 and followed immediately with two episodes of the first season of DuVernay's "Cherish the Day." Since then, Deborah has directed episodes of "Clarice," "Star Trek: Discovery," “Star Trek: Picard,” "FBI: International,” “Tales of the Walking Dead,” "The Gilded Age” for HBO, "Harlan Coben's Shelter" and "Outer Range," for Amazon. Deborah is developing her next features “The Cassandra,” “Holy Whore,” "Pilgrim's Wilderness," and “Dirt Rhapsody,” as well as her series "A Witch in Harlem," and limited series "Radioactive Mothers." Links: /episode/index/show/87383ca1-42ca-41a0-9587-c817b93556cb/id/29850353

Ep. 44 - How to (TRULY) Love Yourself with Jennie Cruise 01/24/2024

Ep. 43 - Why You Should Be More of a Freak with Scrap Kagan 01/17/2024

Ep. 42 - Healing Your Gut with Brooke Herbert 01/03/2024

Ep. 41 - Big Pussy Energy with Brittini Burton 12/27/2023

Ep. 40 - How to Take Your Power Back 12/20/2023

Ep. 39 - Embracing Your Darkness with Raven Black 11/22/2023

Ep. 38 - Hardcore Healing with Nymue Oberg 11/15/2023

Ep. 37 - Finding Yourself with Priti Tanna 11/08/2023

Ep. 37 - Finding Yourself with Priti Tanna "The greatest joy in life is to simply show up as who you are and not as someone else. That's where all the music happens." — So says my guest, Priti Tanna (author of I Married a Coconut: Stories of an Indian girl growing up in America) after decades of searching for the answer to the question, "What's wrong with me?" like so many of us do. Listen in to hear Priti's exquisitely honest and authentic story of self-discovery, including: How growing up as a first-generation Indian American influenced her identity and the challenges she experienced trying to 'fit in' to two vastly different cultures The many tools and practices Priti explored in her search to "feel better"—and which ones actually worked What the loss of her father and the grief that followed taught her about life, death... and all the moments in between *** Stop doubting yourself and start feeling ! Register now for my 3-hour MASTERCLASS on cultivating self-worth (live classes Nov 14-16, 12-1pm EST / Recordings provided to all who register): Hungry for MORE out of life? More freedom, more pleasure, more VITALITY? , the 3-month group embodiment program for women who are dying to COME ALIVE! Have a question or suggestion? Call or text the BeMarvelus Hotline: (617) 444-9275 Follow us on Instagram: *** Hosted by: *** About today's guest: Priti Tanna is a creative strategist based in NYC who thrives on discovering imaginative solutions to both professional and personal challenges. With her love for yoga, insatiable curiosity, and global perspective shaped by extensive travel, she imbues her work with mindfulness and connection. Through Priti’s unique blend of critical thinking and innovation, she inspires individuals to embrace their authentic voices and discover a profound sense of belonging. Priti constantly seeks new avenues for self-expression and meaningful relationships, infusing every interaction with glimmers of joy. Instagram: @hereispriti /episode/index/show/87383ca1-42ca-41a0-9587-c817b93556cb/id/28514798

Be Marvelus (the mental fitness podcast)

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