The Wellness Collective with Nat Kringoudis

In this episode, Calista Clements opens up about the moment she broke down in tears in a car, frustrated by politics, social media labeling, and the feeling that many Australians were afraid to express reasonable opinions publicly. She shares how that moment led her to start posting consistently online and build a platform around conversation, debate, and what she calls “common sense.”
We talk about ‘cancel culture’, respectful disagreement, the pressures of social media, and why so many people stay silent even when they have something meaningful to say. Calista also reflects on her experience during Victoria's lockdowns and how that period shaped her perspective on freedom, responsibility, and speaking up.
At its core, this conversation isn’t about convincing everyone to agree. It’s about whether a healthy society can still tolerate disagreement, nuance, and difficult conversations.
🌿 What You'll Learn in This Episode:
✅ Why "common sense" has become controversial
✅ The impact of cancel culture on public conversations
✅ Why so many people are afraid to speak honestly
✅ How Calista found the confidence to share her views online
✅ The lasting effects of lockdowns on Australians
✅ How to stand by your beliefs when others disagree

👤 Guest Info:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecalistacut/ 
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thecalistacut 
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What happens when the pursuit of health becomes unhealthy?
In this episode, I sit down with entrepreneur Nick Bell to talk about success, burnout, health scares, and the lessons he learned after pushing his body to the limit. From taking more than 90 supplements a day to spending 18 months focused solely on recovering his health, Nick shares the mistakes he made so you don't have to.
We dive into biohacking, peptides, stem cells, fasting, heavy metals, sleep, and the endless search for the next health solution. But perhaps the biggest lesson is that more isn't always better. Sometimes the foundations matter most.
At the core of it, this conversation is about finding what actually works, cutting through the noise, and understanding that health isn't something you can shortcut.
🌿 What You'll Learn in This Episode:
✅ Why more supplements don't always mean better health
✅ The health scare that changed Nick's priorities
✅ The basics that matter more than expensive health hacks
✅ How sleep impacts every area of your life
✅ The risks of overtraining and overdoing it
✅ Why less is often more when it comes to wellness

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👤 Guest Info:
Nick Bell: https://www.instagram.com/nickbellau/ 
Website: https://nick-bell.com/ 

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Menopause really is getting a hot minute, but there are still so many misconceptions surrounding both perimenopause and menopause.

Perhaps you’re waking at 3am, or feeling anxious. You might be forgetting words mid sentence, snapping at things that never used to bother you, or wondering why your body suddenly feels unfamiliar… then I got you. You’ll want to press play immediately.

I’m diving into menopause and perimenopause and breaking down why this transition is so much more than hormones alone. Because yes, hormones matter, but your nervous system, stress levels, sleep, nutrition, environment and even the load you’re carrying every day all play a role in how you experience this phase of life.

But there’s a piece to this puzzle almost every woman is missing… you’re a smart woman, it’s time to take the upgrade that menopause unlocks seriously. But without knowing what this is or how, you’ll likely miss this step completely.

So many women feel like they need to push harder when symptoms start showing up, when actually, the opposite is true and unlocking this is truly the one thing you need to know. This is the season where your body allows your to work smarter - not harder. I explore this and more in this episode.

🌿 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ The difference between perimenopause, menopause and post menopause
✅ Common symptoms and what they may actually be telling you
✅ Why hormones aren’t the whole story
✅ The role of stress and your nervous system in symptoms
✅ Why HRT is one tool, not the whole toolbox
✅ Simple foundations that can help you feel better

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FREE Hormone Quiz: https://form.typeform.com/to/a3wsLZF6 
Nat’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natkringoudis
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Why does it feel like women are expected to do everything… and somehow still feel like they're falling short?
In this episode, Hilary Holmes opens up about motherhood, entrepreneurship, community, and the invisible pressure women carry every day. From raising children and building businesses to trying to meet expectations that no longer fit modern life, this is an honest conversation about the reality so many women are quietly living through.
We talk about parenting without control, navigating guilt as a working mum, and why community matters more than ever. Hilary also shares the challenges of growing a business while trying to stay connected to herself and the people around her.
At the core of it, this conversation is a reminder that success doesn’t have to look the same for everyone and maybe the goal isn’t doing it all, but creating a version of life that actually works for you.
🌿 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ Why modern women feel pressure to be everything to everyone
✅ The reality of balancing motherhood and ambition
✅ Why community matters more than ever
✅ Parenting lessons that challenge old ways of thinking
✅ How entrepreneurship impacts your personal life
✅ Creating success on your own terms

👤 Guest Info:
Hilary Holmes: https://www.instagram.com/hilaryholmesmakeup/ 
Holme Beauty: https://holmebeauty.com/ 
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FREE Hormone Quiz: https://form.typeform.com/to/a3wsLZF6 
Nat’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natkringoudis
NK The Membership: https://site.natkringoudis.com/membership 
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What if the reason you’re exhausted isn’t just stress… but the way you’re sleeping?
In this episode, sleep expert Olivia Arezzolo breaks down why so many women are struggling with energy, burnout, and restless nights, even when they think they’re doing everything “right.” From cortisol and blood sugar to screens, routines, and nervous system overload, we unpack the hidden habits disrupting your sleep.
We also talk about the pressure to always be “on,” why women are more affected by poor sleep than we realise, and the small shifts that can completely change your energy, mood, and hormones.
Because better sleep isn’t a luxury. It changes everything.
🌿 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ Why You’re Waking Up Tired
✅ The Link Between Stress, Cortisol and Sleep
✅ How Blood Sugar Impacts Deep Sleep
✅ Common Habits That Quietly Disrupt Rest
✅ Why Women Need Different Sleep Support
✅ Simple Changes That Improve Sleep Quality Fast

👤 Guest Info:
Olivia Arezzolo: https://www.instagram.com/oliviaarezzolo/ 
Olivia’s Website: https://oliviaarezzolo.com.au/
Bear, Lion, Or Wolf Book: https://oliviaarezzolo.com.au/my-book 
👇 All the Good Stuff 👇
FREE Hormone Quiz: https://form.typeform.com/to/a3wsLZF6 
Nat’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natkringoudis
NK The Membership: https://site.natkringoudis.com/membership 
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