Best Pitta Podcasts (2025)

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#232 Understanding the Biomarkers of Pitta | With Dr Vignesh Devraj MD (AY) 10:15

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In this episode, Dr. Vignesh Devraj explores the often-overlooked but deeply important topic of identifying pitta imbalances using modern tools and Ayurvedic insights. He shares how imbalances in Pitta can manifest physically and mentally, and how specific blood tests and lifestyle signs can point to this doshic aggravation. You’ll also learn Ayurv…

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Flashback: Oh Pitta, You're Hot! 18:20

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Send us a text This week is a flashback episode! This is an episode I put out almost two years ago about the basics of Pitta Dosha. I'll be back next week with a new episode! Original shownotes: Ever feel hangry? That’s Pitta. Acne and spreading rashes? That’s Pitta. Feel irritable and angry in hot weather? Also Pitta. Pitta Dosha is a combination …

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23: Are You a Manifesting Generator with Vata-Pitta Energy? How Human Design & Ayurveda Unlock Your Fire, Flow & Freedom 25:39

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What if your so-called “chaos” is actually your creative genius in motion? In this electrifying episode, Alisa spotlights a Manifesting Generator who embodies the power of aligned, multidimensional energy - her own online business manager, Andrea. From rapid-fire inspiration to grounded execution, Andrea’s unique Vata-Pitta constitution meets her H…

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Ep 15 - Your Ayurvedic Guide to a Calm, Balanced Summer - the Vata-Pitta Edition 1:03:40

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Your Ayurvedic Summer Guide: Cool Pitta, Soothe Vata, Feel Better Summer can be a beautiful time — but it’s also the season when fiery Pitta energy and light, mobile Vata tend to get stirred up, leaving many of us feeling anxious, irritated, constipated, or just plain exhausted. In this episode, I’m giving you a practical Ayurvedic guide to help yo…

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Cool Pitta Dosha: Ayurvedic Wisdom for Summer Balance - 398 27:02

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Summer, with all its brightness and intensity, is a time when Pitta can easily go out of balance, even for those who don’t have a Pitta constitution. And when we don’t know the signs of imbalance or we ignore them, it can lead to everything from digestive issues and skin flare-ups to burnout, irritability and emotional overload. In this solo episod…

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Prakriti: Coming Home to Yourself 32:03

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Send us a text Are there certain seasons, foods or activities that aggravate your health or help you feel better? Are they different than the people who are close to you? This is because your body, mind and spirit is unique and has unique needs. In this episode, I talk about the Ayurvedic concept of Prakriti, which is your unique constitutional blu…

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Ayurvedic Wisdom on Pediatrics with Vaidya Jayarajan Kodikannath - 402 1:03:47

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Regular guest Vaidya Jayarajan Kodikannath, also known as Dr. J, joins Colette to explore a topic that touches his heart and the hearts of many: how to raise healthy, resilient, and balanced children with the timeless wisdom of Ayurveda. Kaumarabhritya (Ayurvedic pediatrics) is one of the eight classical branches of Ayurveda. This ancient science o…

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25: 1/4 Profile: The Deep Diver Who Throws a Killer Dinner Party 5:28

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What do Gloria Steinem, a research rabbit hole, and your last dinner party have in common? If you’re a 1/4 in Human Design… everything. In this episode of Fun, Fierce, Unfuckwithable, Alisa continues her mini-series on Human Design Profiles by breaking down the ¼ - a fascinating blend of deep, solitary research and powerful community connection. If…

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172. Heather Grzych on Ayurveda and Evolution of Humanity 16:16

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Wellness expert and Ayurvedic practitioner Heather Grzych explores the idea that Ayurveda—far from being just a traditional health system—is actually a powerful tool for ushering in the next evolution of human consciousness. Broadcasting from the heart of the tech-saturated San Francisco Bay Area, Heather reflects on the concept of superconsciousne…

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Ep 16 - Honouring Our Teachers & Reflections on Studentship 58:58

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In the spirit of Guru Purnima, this episode is a heartfelt reflection on the sacred student–teacher relationship and how I continue to walk the path of studentship. Tune in to hear: 🌿 Why I follow the Vedic system to guide all areas of my life — not just health 🌿 What I was taught about the student-teacher dynamic and how I relate to it now 🌿 The d…

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Summer as a Time of Sadhana: Harnessing the Fire for Clarity & Creativity - 401 27:30

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Colette explores how summer, a season of heat, light, and intensity can support sadhana, your conscious spiritual practice. Sadhana refers to any intentional, disciplined effort we make to align with our higher Self, whether that’s through meditation, mantra, prayer, mindful movement, self-inquiry, or acts of devotion. She explains how we can harne…

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#231 Male Infertility, Sperm Health & Conscious Fatherhood | With Dr Vignesh Devraj and Sidanta Goggate 40:57

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In this eye-opening and deeply informative episode, Dr. Vignesh Devraj sits down with fertility and relationship coach Sidanta to explore a long-overlooked aspect of conception: male reproductive health. From sperm quality and lifestyle choices to emotional intimacy, this conversation takes a bold, compassionate dive into the male contribution to f…

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24: How To Understand The 1 / 3 Profile In Human Design: The Investigator-Martyr Explained 11:04

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What if you weren’t broken - just brilliantly designed to learn the hard way? In this kick-off to a brand-new mini-series on Human Design profiles, Alisa dives deep into the magic and madness of the 1/3 Profile - her own. If you’ve ever felt like a perfectionist who still keeps messing up (and learning the hard way), this episode will blow your min…

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E185 Aired 06-26-2025 Retiring Director Ing and Dr. Driver from Boston VA HealthCare Systems 50:30

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A Yoga Nidra Practice for Rejuvenation 28:23

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Send us a text In this special episode of Nourish Nervous System, I'm offering you a rejuvenating Yoga Nidra practice to help if you're feeling spread thin, burnt out, or depleted. Based on my own recent experiences with overbooking during the busy summer season, I'll share insights on recognizing and managing the spreading quality of Pitta Dosha. …

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Ayurvedic Summer Skin Care - 400 33:18

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As the weather warms, your skin might become oilier, break out more, or feel dull and irritated. These issues, including redness, inflammation, sun sensitivity, rashes, and heat bumps can indicate an increase in Pitta dosha. Ayurveda teaches us that skin health reflects internal wellbeing, including digestion, blood, toxins and emotions. Colette ex…

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#230 Understanding the Biomarkers of Vata | With Dr Vignesh Devraj MD (AY) 12:46

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In this episode, Dr. Vignesh Devraj explores the often-overlooked but deeply important topic of identifying vata imbalances using modern tools and Ayurvedic insights. Unlike pitta and kapha, vata is subtle, formless, and harder to diagnose through conventional means. Dr. Vignesh offers a practical and scientific lens to understand how deficiencies …

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#229 Yoga Nidra: Guided Meditation with Dr Vignesh Devraj MD(Ay) 20:47

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In this episode, Dr Vignesh Devraj guides us through the deeply restorative practice of Yoga Nidra, also known as yogic sleep. In a world where restlessness has become the norm and true relaxation feels out of reach, Yoga Nidra offers a powerful antidote. Dr. Vignesh gently leads you into this ancient practice of conscious rest, allowing the body t…

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171. Heather Grzych on Cannabis, Weed, Fertility and Longevity 18:24

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Wellness expert and Ayurvedic practitioner Heather Grzych explores the complex relationship between cannabis, fertility, and longevity. Drawing from both modern science and ancient Ayurvedic wisdom, Heather discusses how THC can disrupt reproductive hormones, alter sperm and conception, and potentially impact the health of future generations. She e…

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Cultivating Deep Vitality with Deborah Zucker 38:33

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Send us a text What is vitality and how do we begin to cultivate it? In this episode , I explore these questions with Deborah Zucker, a naturopathic physician, mental health counselor, health coach, and award-winning author of the Vitality Map. Deborah discusses her journey through healing from chronic fatigue and depression and introduces her appr…

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Ama Pachana & Autophagy: Ayurvedic Wisdom Meets Cellular Science with Dr. Rainer Picha - 399 55:50

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Dr. Rainer Picha is an Austrian cardiologist who received his Ayurvedic training at the Maharishi Vedic University in Vlodrop, Netherlands. Currently, he serves as the Chairman of the International Maharishi AyurVeda Foundation for Health Professionals and is the Director of the Maharishi College of Perfect Health International. In addition to his …

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22: Should I say “Yes”? How Each Human Design Type Makes Big Decisions (Without Forcing It) - Part 2 23:51

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What if the thing you’re seeking isn’t more clarity - but more trust in what’s already inside you? In this raw, revealing episode, Alisa pulls back the curtain on a life-altering decision, and then walks you through how that same decision might unfold for three powerful energy types: the Projector, the Reflector, and the Manifesting Generator. No m…

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5 Simple Tips to Improve Digestion 33:36

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Send us a text Do you experience gas, bloating or indigestion? You may need to work on your kindling your digestive fire. In Ayurveda, we call this agni. A digestive fire that burns just right will make digestion more efficient and can have a positive impact on other body systems. In this episode, I delve into the importance of digestion and its im…

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#228 Is your Wellness Routine giving you Anxiety? | With Dr Vignesh Devraj 27:05

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In this eye-opening episode, we delve into a growing paradox in today’s health-conscious world: how excessive wellness can lead to ill health. Dr. Vignesh Devraj shares real patient stories ranging from spiritual seekers and fitness enthusiasts to young professionals battling burnout and hormonal issues who are doing everything right yet still endi…

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21: Should I say “Yes”? How Each Human Design Type Makes Big Decisions (Without Forcing It) 23:05

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What if the clarity you’ve been searching for… is already inside your body? In this powerful, unfiltered episode, Alisa takes you behind the scenes of a life-changing decision—one that could shift the entire trajectory of her business—and shows you what it really looks like to follow your Human Design authority in action. No pros and cons list. No …

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170. Jill Pepper on Eastern vs. Modern Medicine 56:10

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Wellness expert and author Heather Grzych interviews Jill Pepper, CEO of Ozer Health, for a thought-provoking conversation about how the U.S. health insurance system really works—from the inside out. Together, they explore why so many Americans feel frustrated or failed by Western medicine, the critical gaps in the system, and why Eastern and natur…

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Ep 14 - Start Now Or Wait? Ayurveda Before Summer 32:07

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Are you telling yourself, “I’ll start paying more attention to my body… after the [insert circumstance]”? You’re not alone. But waiting for the “perfect moment” might be keeping you stuck in patterns you no longer want to repeat. In this episode, we explore: 🌿 What can happen when you delay starting your Ayurvedic journey — and why there’s never a …

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Healing Trauma and Addiction with Presence and Psychedelic Integration with Julian Bermudez 51:55

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Send us a text In this episode I welcome Julian Bermudez, a therapist and guide specializing in trauma, identity, and the integration of psychedelic experiences. Julian shares his personal journey from growing up in a racially divided, challenging environment to becoming a healer who helps others reconnect with their true selves. He discusses his u…

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Ayurvedic Wisdom on Breast Cancer: Root Causes, Healing & Prevention with Dr. Sujatha Kekada - 397 45:25

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Dr. Sujatha Kekada is the Head Physician and Co-Founder of AmrtaSiddhi Ayurvedic Clinic in Ubud, Bali. She is a certified Ayurvedic Doctor (B.A.M.S) with a degree from Rajiv Gandhi University, India. She talks with Colette about cancer with a particular focus on breast cancer and they discuss the following: Ayurveda's understanding of the root caus…

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#227 What No One Tells You About Preparing for Pregnancy: Mind, Body & Beyond | With Dr Vignesh Devraj and Sidanta Goggate 1:06:38

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In this episode, we explore the often-overlooked aspects of fertility, including metabolic age and societal evolutions that are slowing us, as well as the transformative power of Ayurvedic conception practices. Sidanta joins Dr. Vignesh Devraj to unpack the root causes of modern infertility and how ancient wisdom, conscious changes in day-to-day li…

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20: It Was Never About the Mirror - It Was Always About the Story You Wrote 26:01

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What if the voice in your head isn’t yours? What if it was never about fixing the body, calming the mind, or chasing peace - but simply remembering who’s writing the story in the first place? In this unfiltered, fiercely vulnerable episode, Alisa cracks open the illusion of self-judgment and aging, inviting you into a real-time moment of personal r…

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Looking at Caffeine Through the Lens of Ayurveda 32:31

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Send us a text Caffeine is something that is integrated into most people's lives, but do you ever take a step back to really look at your relationship with caffeine? In this episode I discuss the effects of caffeine on the body and mind from both personal and Ayurvedic perspectives, comparing caffeine consumption to using an energy credit card. I e…

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Emotional Alchemy with Ayurveda: Turning Reactivity into Awareness - 396 34:05

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In this solo episode Colette explores how Ayurveda can help us transform reactive emotions into self-awareness. Ayurveda views emotions as opportunities for understanding ourselves better. By acknowledging the energies behind our emotions, we can practice emotional alchemy, turning reactivity into wisdom. She discusses the following: Emotions throu…

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#226 Decoding the Ayurvedic Definition of Health through Modern Biomarkers | With Dr Vignesh Devraj 16:11

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In this episode, Dr Vignesh Devraj explores the profound Ayurvedic definition of health from the Sushruta Samhita and offers a fascinating correlation between these ancient principles and modern physiological biomarkers. Through a line-by-line breakdown of the classic Ayurvedic sutra, he explains how true health transcends physical fitness and enco…

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19: Are You a Vata Reflector? How Human Design & Ayurveda Unlock Your Energy, Truth & Power 26:31

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If you’ve ever felt like a different person every single day, been called too sensitive or inconsistent, or struggled to find your place in a world that demands certainty - you might be a Reflector. And if your Ayurvedic constitution is Vata? You’re not just floating through life - you are the wind, the moonbeam, the mirror. In this poetic, deeply …

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Ep 13 - Mindset Shifts that Make Cooking Exciting and Joyful 29:49

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Ever feel like cooking is a chore that you often rush through? Would you rather feel excitement and a sense of wonder as you're headed to your kitchen? If that's you, I invite you to tune into this episode. I share a segment from the opening session of Kitchen Wisdom, a 3 part workshop series, designed to help you nourish You and Yours simply and g…

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169. Heather Grzych on Removing the Negativity Bias 19:58

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Wellness expert and author Heather Grzych explores the pervasive influence of the negativity bias - the psychological tendency to focus more on what's wrong than what's right - and how it can disrupt our physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Drawing from both spiritual and Ayurvedic wisdom, she unpacks how this mental habit creates emotion…

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18: Living Fearlessly in Real Time - You Can’t Un-Remember the Truth 17:17

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This episode isn’t polished. It’s not packaged. It’s Truth - raw, real, and unfolding in the now. If you’ve ever found yourself spinning in thoughts, frozen by uncertainty, or asking “what’s wrong with me?”- this is the reminder your soul’s been waiting for. Join Alisa as she steps right into the middle of her messy Tuesday morning to show you what…

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Unlocking the Power of Breath with Leo Marrs 50:39

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Send us a text The breath is an incredible tool for nervous system regulation that we always have with us. Like meditation or movement practices, the more you practice with it the more it becomes second nature. In this episode I have a profound conversation with Leo Mars about the transformative potential of breathwork. Leo shares his life story fr…

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Wendy’s Reset: Ayurveda, Motherhood & Making Space to Heal - 395 36:35

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Colette chats with her client Wendy who is a fitness coordinator in Bountiful, Utah. Wendy is a passionate community builder and wellness advocate dedicated to helping individuals and families live healthier, more connected lives. With a background in recreation leadership and a heart for mental health, she leads programs that inspire movement, min…