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Global Wellness Summit & NOVA Media

Created by the Global Wellness Summit (GWS), this podcast features thought-provoking conversations with leading voices in the $4.4 trillion global business of wellness who inspire listeners with deep industry insights, rich personal stories and valuable business learnings. Leveraging the vast network of luminaries from GWS, the lively and down-to-earth conversations with host and wellness sector expert Kim Marshall give listeners a unique opportunity to get to know industry icons while learning about the latest evidence-based wellness practices. This podcast is produced by GWS in asso​ciation with S’Well The Agency.

Global Wellness Conversations

In this very special episode host Kim Marshall talks to two real estate development pioneers—Steve Nygren of Serenbe and Chuck Heath of AMEYALLI—as well as wellness icon Deepak Chopra about wellness real estate, the fastest growing sector of the global wellness economy according to the Global Wellness Institute. Steve shares why he founded Serenbe 20 years ago near Atlanta, Georgia, and how it developed into an award-winning neighborhood known for pioneering biophilic design, sustainability, and health-forward intergenerational living. Joining Steve is 40-year veteran of real estate development, Chuck Heath, who is building AMEYALLI near Deer Valley, Utah. Developed around hot springs, it’s the first real estate development to partner one of the top names in mind-body wellbeing, Deepak Chopra, and his Chopra Foundation. Join us as we dive into the compelling idea that wellness communities can be the lifestyle longevity labs of the future.

Resources:

DeepakChopra.comSerenbe.comAMEYALLI.comDigitaldeepak.ai

· 2024 Wellness Real Estate Market Growth Report -- GWI

 Hosted by Kim Marshall

 Produced by NOVA Media

91. Steve Nygren, Chuck Heath, Deepak Chopra – Two Pioneers & an Icon Reimagine Wellness Real Estate

In this episode, which brings to life three sectors of the global wellness economy, Wellness Tourism, Spas, and Hot Springs, we speak with Daniel Spencer from The Spa at Séc-he and Colleen Pace from Visit Greater Palm Springs. Discover how this unique spa is built around sacred hot springs and integrates the rich heritage of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians with cutting-edge wellness experiences. Colleen shares how Palm Springs has evolved into a global wellness destination, blending history, culture, and healing traditions to offer visitors an ancient-meets-modern, holistic retreat.

To learn more, visit TheSpaatSeche.com and VisitGreaterPalmSprings.com.

Resources:

 • Connect with Daniel Spencer on 
LinkedIn • Connect with Colleen on 
LinkedIn

Hosted by Kim Marshall

Produced by NOVA Media

90. A Destination Where History, Culture & Healing Meet – Daniel Spencer, Séc-he Spa; Colleen Pace, Visit Greater Palm Springs

The Global Wellness Institute (GWI) started the conversation about Wellness Real Estate back in 2018 with its groundbreaking Build Well to Live Well research report. In this episode, we get to know two innovative companies leading the dynamic growth that GWI predicted for the sector since then. In this content-rich, double episode we’ll first speak to the founder of international architectural firm SHoP Architects, Christopher Sharples. We’ll learn about SHoP Architects’ approach to landmarks like The Barclay Center and embassies around the world. Next, we’ll talk to COO Craig Collin and Senior VP Clint Beaty from Tavistock, the real estate development company behind a pioneering, award-winning wellness city and its new, sister city being designed as a “naturehood.” They explain the expansive vision that created their unique urban wellness centers near Orlando, Florida. Join us to find out why, when it comes to living spaces, the future is now. 

 

For more information on these groundbreaking projects, visit SHoPArc,com and Tavistock.com. To access the latest GWI research on this sector, visit globalwellnessinstitute.org. 

Resources:

 • SHoP Architects: 
shoparc.com • Tavistock: 
tavistock.com • Lake Nona: 
lakenona.com

Hosted by Kim Marshall

Produced by NOVA Media

89. SHoP Architects and Tavistock: From Living Walls to Wellness Cities

Join us for an “on the road” episode as we celebrate Global Wellness Day’s 2024 theme of "Nature" in two stunning locales in Portugal. We are oceanfront in Cascais and later surrounded by the climate change fighting, biodiversity hotspots that are the cork forests of Portugal. We speak to some of the country’s leading voices in wellness who exemplify the presence of a global community linked by their passion for inspiring others to embrace wellbeing practices in their everyday life. Find out why Global Wellness Day’s motto is “One Day Can Change Your Life.” 

To learn more, visit Global Wellness Day’s site at GlobalWellnessDay.org.

Resources:

 • Global Wellness Day: 
globalwellnessday.org • Corc Yoga: 
corcyoga.com • Farol Design Hotel in Cascais: 
faroldesignhotel.com • ABC Sustainable Luxury Hospitality: 
Main Home - ABC HospitalitySound Wellness Initiative Members - Global Wellness Institute • Herdade da Barrosinha Hotel in Alentejo – 
Herdade da Barrosinha • Hear 
Adília Ferreira • ’s music at 
https://adiliaferreira.me/

Hosted by Kim Marshall

Produced by NOVA Media

88. Celebrating Global Wellness Day in Portugal and Beyond

Dive into the intersection of ancient spirituality and cutting-edge technology with Poonacha Machaiah, CEO of the Chopra Foundation. Discover how immersive meditation spaces, artificial intelligence, and pioneering mental health initiatives are revolutionizing our approach to wellness. Join us as Poonacha shares his transformative journey from corporate tech to spiritual innovation, and learn how technology is being harnessed to foster global well-being and personal transformation.

To learn more, visit The Chopra Foundation’s site at ChopraFoundation.org

Resources:

 • Connect with Poonacha on 
LinkedIn • Follow Poonacha on Instagram: 
@poonachaNever Alone Initiative for Mental HealthInsight Timer AppOprah & Chopra 21-Day Meditation Experience

Hosted by Kim Marshall

Produced by NOVA Media

87. Poonacha Machaiah CEO, Chopra Foundation – A Spiritual Warrior’s Guide to Resilience

In this transformative episode of Global Wellness Conversations, we dive deep into a company spearheading innovation and new business models in the booming longevity market, talking to Bill Kapp, MD, CEO of Fountain Life. Started by Tony Robbins and Peter Diamandis, MD, Fountain Life’s pioneering clinical model—blending concierge medicine with precision diagnostics—is leveraging cutting-edge technology and data to shift healthcare from reactive to proactive, ensuring you can live your best life, longer. We’re also joined by this week’s co-host, journalist and Well+Good Co-Founder Alexia Brue, as we explore the science behind early disease detection, the power of AI in personal health, and how Fountain Life is one example of the interconnected longevity “economy” pegged to be worth $610 billion by 2025—a trend featured in Global Wellness Summit’s The Future of Wellness 2024 global trends report. Don't miss this insightful conversation that unpacks the business of wellness, illuminating how medicine and wellness intersect in the rapidly growing longevity market.

To learn more, visit Fountain Life’s site at FountainLife.com.

Resources:

 • Connect with Bill Kapp on 
LinkedIn"Life Force" • by Tony Robbins
 • Well+Good: 
wellandgood.com

Hosted by Kim Marshall

Produced by NOVA Media

86. Dr. Bill Kapp – Future Med: Changing Healthcare from Reactive to Proactive

In this special episode of Global Wellness Conversations, we’ll share groundbreaking insights from the Global Wellness Summit's annual Wellness Trend Reveal media event, focusing on the ten trends identified for 2024. We’ll find out why for the past two decades this annual GWS Trend Reveal has become such a prescient industry phenomenon, impacting the conversation about all facets of wellness. You’ll be hearing from a range of voices – from the founder of GWS and Global Wellness Institute, Susie Ellis, and their trend research guru, Beth McGroarty. We’ll also hear firsthand from the trendsetters, researchers, and media voices at the forefront of this evolution, offering their unique perspectives and insights on how news and expansion of these trends will ripple out into the marketplace. From climate-adaptive wellness strategies to a wellness check on weight loss drugs, join us as we explore how "hardcare" and "softcare" are coming together to forge a more inclusive, dynamic future for wellness. Whether you're a wellness aficionado or a professional looking to stay ahead of the curve, this episode is your guide to the latest innovations and ideas shaping our well-being in 2024 and beyond. 

To learn more, visit Global Wellness Summit’s site at GlobalWellnessSummit.com.

Resources:

2024 Global Wellness Trends Report: The Future of Wellness • Listen to 
All Too Well • Listen to 
STARRCAST

Hosted by Kim Marshall

Produced by NOVA Media

85. The Future of Wellness -- “Hardcare” Meets “Softcare” in GWS 2024 Trend Report -- Feedback from the Frontlines

In this captivating episode of Global Wellness Conversations, we find out why a legendary, multi-platinum and Grammy-winning music producer – known as the “Emperor of Sound” who blurred the line between hip hop and R&B – is now getting into wellness music. Timbaland, a.k.a. Tim Mosley, shares the story of his transformative journey from a street-smart DJ to the heights of the music world through health challenges, addiction, and a profound awakening to wellness and music's healing power. Join us as we explore how Timbaland is partnering with Myndstream, a science-backed wellness music company, to bring a new infusion of sound to the spa world and beyond, and in so doing, embodying two Wellness Music Trends first identified by the Global Wellness Summit in 2020 and 2021.

To learn more, visit Timbaland’s site at Timbaland.com.

Resources:

Timbaland Goes From the Club to the Spa with New Wellness Music Category • Learn more about Myndstream: 
myndstream.com

Hosted by Kim Marshall

Produced by NOVA Media

84. Timbaland -- A Powerful New Frequency in Wellness Music

Imagine a fitness experience that transcends the ordinary, where every movement is a step towards spiritual, emotional, and physical synchronicity. Welcome to the world of Sanctum, where the realms of movement, music, and meditation unite to redefine wellness. In this captivating episode of Global Wellness Conversations, we're joined by the innovative minds behind this revolutionary concept, Luuk Melisse and Gabriel Olszewski. The co-founders of Sanctum share their extraordinary journeys from the realms of dance & fitness and corporate marketing to the forefront of a global wellness movement. Sanctum stands out not just as a fitness regimen but as a holistic approach to well-being, set in spiritually significant locations like churches, offering a deeply sacred and immersive experience. The classes, intricately structured in nine chapters, are crafted to create a seamless connection between the physical, emotional, and spiritual facets of the individual. This episode delves into Sanctum's philosophy of inclusivity, its diverse community, and the pivotal role of Sanctum guides who encourage personal expression and self-discovery. We also explore Sanctum's unique nomadic model, featuring collaborations with luxury hotels for retreats and events worldwide. Luuk and Gabriel discuss their business philosophy, their vision for the future, including the Sanctum Frequency Festival, aiming to cultivate a global wellness community. Tune in to discover how Sanctum is reshaping the landscape of fitness and wellness, offering a path to holistic health and communal harmony.

To learn more, visit Sanctum’s site at WeAreSanctum.com.

Resources:

 • Connect with Luuk on 
LinkedIn • Connect with Gabriel on 
LinkedIn • Follow Sanctum on Instagram: 
@wearesanctum

Hosted by Kim Marshall

Produced by NOVA Media

83. Luuk Melisse & Gabriel Olszewski -- Sanctum: Revolutionizing Fitness with a Nomadic, Multi-Sensory Experience

We’re going to dive deep into the mysteries of consciousness with Dr. Tony Nader, a renowned neuroscientist and the leader of the Transcendental Meditation Organization worldwide. Dr. Nader, with his rich background in medicine and neuroscience from Harvard and MIT, sheds light on how Transcendental Meditation transcends traditional mindfulness practices and taps into the very essence of our being. Join us as we explore the fundamental nature of consciousness, its implications for our daily lives, and the potential it holds for global peace and well-being.

To learn more, visit Dr. Nader’s site at DrTonyNader.com.

Resources:

 • Read: 
One Unbounded Ocean of Consciousness by Dr Tony Nader • Listen: 
Consciousness Is All There Is • Follow Dr. Nader on Instagram: 
@drtonynader

Hosted by Kim Marshall

Produced by NOVA Media

82. Dr. Tony Nader -- Transcendental Meditation: Practical, Important Results from Diving Into the Ocean of Consciousness

Bhupendra Kumar Modi — AKA Dr. M — is a global thought leader, a social entrepreneur, and the key architect of the Smart Group, a diversified business conglomerate trying to improve the worlds of mobility, finance, healthcare, entertainment, energy, and technology.

Dr. M is a true global citizen with an eye towards the future, emblematic of the ways conscious capitalism can improve not only individual lives but the world as a whole. And Dr. M has big plans for not just his future but your future and your children’s future and your children’s children’s future, too: creating a world where everyone can live a happy and healthy life beyond 100 years old.

In this conversation, Dr. Modi shares more about how he started his journey as a social entrepreneur, what life Beyond 100 might look like, and how his work relates to GWS's ten wellness trends for 2020.

To learn more, visit Smart Group's site at smartgroup.com

Resources:

smartgroup.com2020 Global Wellness TrendsWatch: “Buddha”Global Citizen Forum: www.globalcitizenforum.orgGlobal Wellness Summit 2020GWS's 2020 Research In Progress

Hosted by Kim Marshall

Produced by Crate Media

24. Creating a Happy, Healthy, & Wealthy Future Where Everyone Can Live Beyond 100 - with Dr. Bhupendra Kumar Modi from Smart Group

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