THE EXPLODING HUMAN with Bob Nickman

PAULA YOST is an attorney licensed in multiple states and also a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Clinician, giving her a rare blend of legal expertise and an empathetic, therapeutic approach. Her work bridges law and mental health, focusing fiercely on advocacy for children with special needs and those in the foster care system. Paula believes in meaningful, systemic change that supports full well-being. This year, Paula will release her book, "Tumbleweeds: How to be an Advocate for Your Children and Yourself in a Failing System.". She combines her personal journey as a mother of children with medical challenges with her professional practice, providing a multidimensional viewpoint on advocacy and healing, especially within families navigating trauma. www.paulayost.com

GLENN STURM is a 17-year survivor whose journey began the moment a doctor said "incurable cancer," and for the past 16 years, he's kept going with continuous chemotherapy. He's a four-time bestselling author, decorated military officer with over three decades of service, and earned honors from University of Florida Law. These credentials might impress on paper, but it's Glenn's ability to connect with people in crisis that makes him compelling. As someone who's had everything he thought defined him taken away, and then written the roadmap for rebuilding, it's not just survival Glenn shares. He's lived the terror of a diagnosis, the brutality of treatment, and found a way to cultivate hope and practical resilience every day. From what shifts in the mind the moment you hear "cancer" to advice for those newly diagnosed, Glenn brings real tools and unfiltered compassion your listeners will find valuable. Glenn's blend of military perspective, legal rigor, and raw life experience could bring your audience something rare: honest conversation about redefining ourselves when life explodes, delivered by someone who's still living the reality. www.glennsturm.com

SCOTT STOLARICK is a clinical psychotherapist who specializes in trauma resolution, sexual addiction, couples therapy, and work with forensic populations. His trauma-informed expertise and Level II E.M.D.R. training offer not just clinical know-how but a grounded wisdom for both mental health professionals and those on healing journeys. At Mosaic Pathway Counseling, Scott supports individuals and couples working through anxiety, depression, and addiction, helping unheard voices transform their stories. Scott's commitment to cultivating safe therapeutic environments aligns beautifully with holistic health. With post Master's training in leadership, his perspective bridges clinical practice with growth and empowerment.

JEREMY SPILLANE talks about hos new book "Joan and Roger Alive in the Afterlife", which is the story of what happened after the death of his in-laws. He raises the question -What if the afterlife isn't a belief—but something that can be calmly documented, observed, and revisited? That is the quiet but powerful question at the heart of the new book, . A true account of ongoing communication with two deceased family members captured repeatedly using investigative methods more commonly associated with paranormal research. This is not a sensational ghost story, but a gentle, evidence-led exploration of continuity of what may follow physical death—offering both reassurance for the bereaved and thoughtful material for sceptics. www.aliveinthe afterlife.co.uk

ALLIE CHANDLER is the founder of Upsell Health, where she helps functional medicine practitioners and wellness brands scale to $2-10M+ through marketing that feels as natural as the healing they provide. Allie's path into wellness marketing began in the most unexpected way. In 2013, while teaching high school creative writing, she took what was supposed to be a liberating trip to Europe. Instead, she found herself mysteriously ill in Amsterdam, beginning an eight-year journey through chronic Lyme disease, mold toxicity, parasites, heart issues and the frustrating world of "everything looks normal" test results. Those years of being bedbound, losing 35 pounds in two months, and navigating complex health protocols taught her exactly what patients are looking for—and how to help practitioners reach them. This personal experience, combined with her Master's in Writing from California College of the Arts, gave her a unique perspective on wellness marketing. She understood both the science and the human story behind it. Her career includes leadership roles at some of the biggest names in functional medicine. Today, through Upsell Health, Allie offers her Practitioner Archetype Framework and done-for-you marketing services, helping healers build practices that thrive—without sacrificing their health or authenticity in the process. upsellhealth.com/archetype

DAMI ROELSE, was born and raised in Holland and has travelled extensively around the world, lived on different continents, and studied with various spiritual teachers. Dami has used her passion for long-distance hiking and backpacking to deepen her connection with nature and the universe. Her inner spiritual journey has evolved right along with her outer journey. In her new book, "Body and Grace: A Woman's Hike to Wholeness on the Pacific Crest Trail", she talks about her inner calling for long-distance walking and the impact on her emotional, spiritual and physical life. We talk about her ten-year on/off trek across the Pacific Crest Trail from wilderness challenges to dealing with grief after the loss of her husband. Dami talks about the rhythm and voices of nature and what she has learned about being human through her relationship with nature. https://www.transformation-travel.com/

TARA PORTELLI talks about the transformational potential of psilocybin therapy (magic mushrooms)i for mental health. Tara is a Certified Natural Health Practitioner, Certified Clinical Hypnotist and studying Clinical Psychology and Cultural Anthropology. She founded Arcadia Healing Sanctum in 2019. Where she offers a safe space for those who are ready to do this deep transformational work, in a very private and uniquely tailored experience. She had the opportunity to work with many high-profile medical/mental health professionals, politicians, police, paramedics, and entrepreneurs, as a result of my effective treatment and positive reputation. We also discuss: The Powerful Role of Hypnosis in Reprogramming the Unconscious Mind and Healing Trauma From Paramedic Burnout to Transformative Psilocybin Retreats Expanding Consciousness: Access Greater Wisdom and Find Hope in uncertain times Why our trauma stories are holding us back from achieving our greatest potential With thirteen plus years as a leader in the health and wellness field, writer of The Nude Mushroomhealth and wellness blog, speaker and author, Tara offer a unique perspective to approaching deep rooted illness from a physical, emotional and spiritual level.

MELANIE ICARD is the creator of the Biohacked Heart Blueprint and has been making waves by challenging the "one-pill-fits-all" narrative that's so common with cardiovascular health, especially for adults entering their 50s and beyond. She empowers people to take control of their heart health and quality of life, combining her robust background in respiratory therapy and integrative medicine, employing protocols to reduce or eliminate plaque. Dr. Mel's appearances, like her recent feature on Sonoran Living, continue to spark curiosity about practical preventative tools for better aging, and she's passionate about making advanced, root-cause healing feel accessible for those who refuse to settle for chronic prescriptions. With over 15,000 proactive adults following her advice, she brings both credibility and genuine connection to health-conscious listeners seeking lasting answers. www.drmelicard.com

ADAM RIZVI, M.D. is a critical care physician and neurologist whose work bridges medicine and non-dual wisdom. Author of "Love Does Not Know Death: Stories of Death, Dying and Miracles of True Forgiveness," he draws from years in the ICU and decades of contemplative study to show how forgiveness transforms fear into peace. He lives in California, where he teaches, writes, and co-hosts the podcast Letters to the Sky. He has experienced intuitive knowing, visions, synchronicities, and encounters with luminous presences during patients' transitions—The Paranormal Dimension. These moments transcend explanation, revealing an undeniable sacred presence during transitions. He talks about profound healing and life-changing insights discovered during this sacred time of transition. He discusses extraordinary moments around death and how he and the dying person's loved ones have been affected.. Adam speaks of personal experiences of synchronicity (e.g., his father's passing on a pilgrimage. The book affirms that consciousness continues beyond physical death, citing overwhelming evidence and personal reflection. "Even after bodily death, the seemingly separated mind keeps on going and dreaming". Death is portrayed as symbolic of the belief in separation. Healing occurs by recognizing death's unreality: "The first step in forgiving death is to recognize its unreality... "The most real thing is love". adam.rizvi.substack.com loveknowsnodeath.com

AXAY SHAH is a plant-based health advocate and founder of Raw Foodiest. At 66, he has lived 100% plant-based raw food for 16+ years, documenting complete health transformation across 21+ years of medical records. Author of "IN NATURE WE TRUST: A Raw Food Manifesto for Energy, Healing & Longevity" (Launching March 2026), Axay believes that when people align with nature and trust their bodies,everythin= www.rawfoodiest.com www.axayshah.com

SOFIA DIN, MD is a New York–based, board-certified family physician with over 25 years of medical expered from treating disease to proactively optimizing health, wellness, beauty, and longevity. An immigrant from Pakistan, Dr. Din completed her medical training twice—first in her home country and again in the United States—giving her a rare perspective that blendsEastern and Western approaches to medicine. Her work as a medical director and lead geriatrician reshaped her view of aging, leading her to conclude that aging gracefully and aging helplessly are mutually exclusive.Determined to give patients agency over their health, she retrained in aesthetic and anti-aging medicine, mastering the latest FDA-cleared technologies, medications, and integrative therapies. Author of "Do We Really Need Botox?", Dr. Din shares a holistic, sciencebacked framework for extending healthspan and beautyspan without excessivesurgery. Featured in major press, TV, and TEDx, she engages audiences with practical, empowering strategies to lift their bodies out of life's natural "pauses," maximize vitality, nd redefine beauty as an essential part of wellness. We talk about: We talk about:e x p e r t g u e s • How to lift your body out of its naturally programmed "pauses" (menopause, andropause) • The world's fastest anti-aging medicine • The relationship between your Lifespan, Healthspan & Beautyspan • Best antiaging supplements and where to get them. - How AI will be used in the very near future to improve the healthy experience.

MARIYA JAVED-PAYNE, MSW, LICSW, LADCpsychotherapy, somatic healing,recovery.generational trauma, is a somatic psychotherapist specializing in healing trauma, complex trauma, addiction, generational and racial trauma, and oppression in the body. She is both a practitioner and teacher of "Brainspotting" a powerful technique in healing trauma. Mariya says, "I am a woman. I am a body of culture. I am a person in recovery. I am an immigrant. I am a student of life. I am a partner, educator, sister, daughter, and friend. I am a passionate and curious individual dedicated to creating health and wellness for individuals, communities, and societies. I believe in deep, nourishing, and holistic change that heals from the roots up." I was born in India and lived in France, Brazil, and the United States all before the age of six. My experience with vastly different cultures piqued my curiosity about humans and diverse societies from a young age. Blending and assimilating my culture of origin with the United States has been and continues to be an integral part of my story. It has also shaped my ability to assist others in reclaiming their identities as multi-dimensional and complex human beings. These early life experiences in global societies defined my open worldview and appreciation for the diverse walks of life that humanity encompasses. I am grateful for the expansiveness they have provided my foundation. My own journey with addiction and my challenging path to recovery over ten years ago has also given me depth and compassion as a therapist. I gained a firsthand understanding of the quest of the human mind to find a sense of belonging and settledness in an ever-shifting world. These experiences have given me the ability to approach all people with openness, non-judgment, and patience. They have also taught me to be tenacious in my pursuit of healing self and others. Hope is a powerful survival mechanism. www.awakenconsultingservices.com

MAYA TIWARI is a spiritual teacher, humanitarian, and pioneer of Ayurveda whose life's work centers on awakening the spirit of ahimsa—inner harmony and peaceful living. Born in Guyana under British rule, she moved to New York as a teenager, studied acting with Stella Adler, and quickly became a successful fashion designer before turning toward a deeper spiritual calling. Returning to India, she spent a decade immersed in Sanskrit, Vedanta, Ayurveda, Yoga, and Vastu under the guidance of Swami Dayananda Sarasvati, setting the foundation for a lifetime of service, writing, and teaching. She went on to found the Wise Earth School of Ayurveda—the first of its kind in North America—and later the Mother Om Mission, helping thousands of women, families, and communities heal from trauma, disease, and despair. For more than thirty years, Maya has inspired global audiences through her books, teachings, and humanitarian outreach. A former Vedic monk of the revered Veda Vyasa lineage, she has spoken at the Parliament of the World's Religions and major interfaith gatherings worldwide, and is the recipient of the Dhanvatari and Rishi Awards for her contributions to Ayurvedic medicine. In 2010, she renounced her monastic title, choosing instead a simpler, more accessible life devoted to compassionate service and the healing of those most in need. I Am Shakti: Reclaiming Women's Innate Power to Heal Themselves and Restore Balance, Health, Prosperity, and Joy for All Being by Maya Tiwari.

REED DAVIS, Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner (HHP) and Certified Nutritional Therapist (CNT), is an expert in functional lab testing and holistic lifestyle medicine. He is the Founder of Functional Diagnostic Nutrition® (FDN) and the FDN Certification Course with over 4,000 graduates in 50 countries. Reed served as the Health Director at a Wellness Center in Southern California for over 10 years and with over 10,000 clients is known as one of the most experienced clinician in his field. Reed serves on the Advisory Board of the American Natural Wellness Coaches Board and the American Association of Natural Wellness Coaches. He lives in the US and when not teaching the FDN Certification Course and helping his graduates build their private practices, he is usually found gardening or riding motorcycles. As an Environmental Paralegal throughout the 90's Reed was "saving the planet" including the birds, bees, air, water and trees. In 1999 he turned his attention to, "What is the environment doing to PEOPLE, including ME?" That began a 20-year career dedicated to helping people find out what's really wrong and how to fix it naturally. After earning a certificate in nutritional therapy, Reed noticed that most patients had already seen multiple doctors and therapists and still had many of their original complaints. Reed decided then he would be the last practitioner anyone needed to see and became an expert in functional lab assessments. FDN is the result of more research and experience than most practitioners get in a lifetime. Reed Davis is one of the authors of The Gap: Simple Steps to Reclaim Your Health and Reverse Most Chronic Diseases. This book is the missing link, the piece of the puzzle that holds the answers you've been searching for. It's The Gap between chronic disease and your recovery. WWW.FDN.COM FREE GIFT FROM REED: FDN would like to offer your audience free exclusive access to their "FDN Methodology in Action" case study series where they'll see exactly how their practitioners interpret lab results and create custom protocols that get results, no matter what symptoms clients present with at: https://www.fdntraining.com/explodinghuman

CHRISTOPHER JONES is one of the UK's leading figures in modern hand reading. Trained in the early 1980s under the UK Cheirological Society, he became its first student to complete all advanced courses and later ran the organisation for a decade. His work blends sociology, psychology, astrology, and esoteric Buddhist principles, refined through postgraduate study in Philosophy and Theology at Oxford. A pioneering researcher and author of more than fifteen study texts, Christopher has trained many of today's most respected international handreaders. In 2019, he co-founded the International Hand Reading Association (IHRA), promoting an ethical, research-driven approach to chirology worldwide. https://youtu.be/vHnKqdKEFAs 45min video: https://youtu.be/tgfxhmC4vj0 We talk about his new book, "The Palmistry of Fingerprints," as well as the history of hand reading, what we can learn from fingerprint types, the shape of our hands, the length of our fingers and how this knowledge can inform and give permission to be our authentic selves. Not to mention creativity and Jimi Hendrix. Order The Palmistry of Fingerprints here: https://www.collectiveinkbooks.com/o-books/our-books/palmistry-fingerprints Other links: Web: www.handreading.nzwww.patreon.com/handreading www.youtube.com/@MasterHandreader www.facebook.com/handreadingnz www.instagram.com/handreadingnz https://handreadingnz.substack.com/