The Ananda Podcast

In this holiday episode, Sammi and Dylan explore the stress and challenges associated with the holiday season, focusing on family dynamics, setting boundaries, and managing expectations. They dive into personal growth and navigating relationships during the holidays and topics such as setting boundaries, overcoming people-pleasing tendencies, healing past traumas, and creating positive family dynamics. It also delves into the importance of presence, self-regulation, and celebrating personal growth. One key theme to takeaway: the power of curiosity over judgment.Join us on the journey to finding your bliss. ✨Follow along on socials @anandaelixirsDiscover Shroom Soda® at anandaelixirs.com

We’re so excited to be back! There’s a lot to catch up on...In this first episode back, Sammi and Dylan sit down for an honest conversation about the real journey behind creating Ananda Elixirs, and the moments that shifted the direction of their business and lives.They open up about the emotional side of entrepreneurship — the pressure, the uncertainty, the tough decisions, and what it’s like building a company while navigating family, finances, and mindset shifts in real time. From nearly losing everything to redefining what success actually means, this episode is a raw look at resilience, perspective, and learning to let go of control and making space before the New Year.This conversation is for anyone who’s building something meaningful, questioning their next move, or trying to create a life they don’t just endure, but genuinely enjoy.Join us on the journey to finding your bliss. ✨Follow along on socials @anandaelixirsDiscover Shroom Soda® at anandaelixirs.com

In this episode, Dylan and Sammi sit down with Ian Blessing, co-founder of All The Bitter, a non-alcoholic bitters company making serious waves in the NA beverage world. Ian shares the real, unfiltered story of how he and his wife Carly started their brand — from Googling "how to make bitters" in their kitchen to now being stocked in over 100 Total Wine stores and opening their own tasting room.   We talk about the messy, imperfect path of entrepreneurship, the power of relentless connection over big ad budgets, why trusting your gut is your best business strategy, and why you don't need a fancy degree (or millions of dollars) to start something incredible.   If you've ever felt like you had to "have it all figured out" before starting your dream — this episode will change your mind. Full of honest stories, practical advice, and plenty of laughs, it's a must-listen for anyone building a brand from the ground up.   Find All The Bitter: Website: allthebitter.com Instagram/Facebook: @allthebitter

In this profoundly moving episode, we sit down with Emmy-winning peace activist, producer, and men's coach Adam Baca to explore his extraordinary journey—from co-founding the global "Day Without Hate" movement in high school to creating transformative spaces for modern men. Adam shares how a tragic school shooting catalyzed a movement for kindness and connection that's now reached hundreds of thousands of students worldwide. We also dive deep into his work with The Uncommon Man, his reflections on masculine identity, and what it means to live with purpose, authenticity, and service. Whether you're curious about healing masculinity, leading with compassion, or simply want to feel inspired—this conversation will move you. Get ready for a soul-stirring reminder that we all have the power to create change. 📍 Topics include: The origin and global impact of Day Without Hate What young men are really missing—and how to help Masculine archetypes and mature leadership How pain can become purpose Building a brotherhood through books, retreats, and radical truth 🕊️ Follow Adam: @adambaca

In this transformative episode, we sit down with Kim Rogers—affectionately known as The Worm Queen—to uncover the powerful story behind her healing and mission. After years of battling chronic illness and getting nowhere with conventional medicine, Kim turned to functional mushrooms and parasite cleansing. What she discovered not only saved her life, but ignited a calling to help others reclaim their health from the inside out. We dive into the wild world of worms (yes, really!), why so many people are unknowingly carrying parasites, and how Kim built a thriving business around education and empowerment. This conversation is raw, inspiring, and full of valuable insights on who should consider cleansing, how to do it safely, and the deeper connection between gut health and personal sovereignty. Whether you're new to the world of parasite cleanses or already a fan of functional mushrooms, this episode will expand your mind and maybe even your microbiome. USE CODE "ANANDA" for a discount at rogershood.com Follow Kim on IG   Follow Rogers Hood Apothecary on IG Follow on TikTok @Mrsrogershood