Conversations With Maria Menounos

Hey, Heal Squad! Here’s the thing… starting a business is hard,  but keeping it profitable and growing? That’s where the real work begins. And today, Bar Rescue’s Jon Taffer is telling us what to do. He breaks down why businesses really fail (spoiler alert: it’s rarely just money), how ego and excuses (like fear!) quietly paralyze growth, and what real accountability actually looks like, in business and in life. We also talk about how to approach conflict in a healthier, more productive way and how businesses are leaning into wellness trends to bring in more conscious customers. If you’ve ever watched Bar Rescue (btw, season 10 is streaming now on Paramount!), you know things can get really heated, but Jon is sharing the #1 thing he’s done to help him turn his health around. And you’ll want to stay till the end,  because we reveal some seriously dirty truths about bars and restaurants… including menus, fruit flies, ice bins, salt shakers, and what you should absolutely not touch when you sit down for a drink.

Hey Heal Squad! It’s another What Worked This Week with Maria,  and this one is all about simple shifts that can create real healing. First up a powerful breathing technique Maria was reminded of when she chatted with someone who does bioresonance therapy. Let’s just say if you have had moments of anxiety, fear, or just need a quick reset …this  exercise totally helps! It can help regulate the nervous system and move you out of fight-or-flight. Such a great tool! Next a spontaneous moment with her dad that turned into something magical. Using AI tools, they created an original song in Greek which is  proof that creativity and technology can come together in the most unexpected and beautiful ways. We promise this song will make you cry even if you don’t understand Greek. Then, have you ever had a “no plans” day?? Maria’s cancelled commitment led to a full self care day and again it was another great reminder that rest isn't a luxury, it’s necessary. Finally, forgiveness. Maria reflects on how holding onto ange

Happy Regular Guy Friday, Heal Squad! This week we go from Julie Andrews, Walt Disney, and the battle over casting Mary Poppins… to why middle management so often misses greatness. Chuck Barris buying a bar just to knock it down. The difference between absurd comedy and mean comedy. And why waiting for “Santa Claus” to bring you your shot is a losing strategy. We also get into Netflix’s Reality Check… America’s Next Top Model, The Biggest Loser, kidfluencers… and the messy question of accountability.  PLUS: blizzard life in Connecticut, shovel reflections, Certs updates, Bazooka Joe vs. Double Bubble, and a full candy nostalgia spiral. Underneath it all: don’t wait for permission. Take the shot. Follow the fun. Bye Betches. HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website:https://www.healsquad.com/ Heal Squad x Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HealSquad/membership Maria Menounos Website: https://ww

Hey Heal Squad! This was actually a past Patreon bonus… but it paired way too perfectly with our recent episodes with Shelly Marshall on lymphatic drainage not to bring it back for this week’s Throwback! Gaby Piccirilli, holistic health professional and reflexology expert, walks us through how to give yourself a natural facelift at home. No injections. Just your hands, simple oils, and knowing where to work. She breaks down why lines, puffiness, and sagging aren’t random… how stress, digestion, your nervous system, and even tension at the base of your skull show up on your face… and why working through the hairline changes everything. She shares exactly how to use Gua Sha, cupping, scalp massage, and pressure points to lift and bring your glow back. You’re going to want to try this immediately! HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website:https://www.healsquad.com/ Heal Squad x Patreon: https://

Hey Heal Squad! We’re back with facial beauty expert Shelly Marshall, and this conversation goes even deeper. In this episode, we unpack the truth about fillers, how they can impact the lymphatic system over time, and why repeated use may block proper drainage and flow. Shelly explains what happens to us when lymph becomes stagnant (think cellulite and acne, crazy!), but shows us how to durian it too. Things like face yoga poses (yup, she shows Maria them!)  will not only help lift, plump, and reshape the face naturally over time, but it can help stagnant lymph flow. Shelly also shows us the benefits of a gua sha tool (and how to use it!), and why opening your lymphatic “ports” with it, is the secret to making it actually work. We also dive into the benefits of vibration plates and mouth taping, and how both can support lymph flow, posture, and even facial structure when done correctly. One of the biggest takeaways? Health is beauty. When your lymph moves, your nervous system is regulated, and your muscles ar

Hey Heal Squad! What if the same goal most people chase with Botox could actually be done with your own hands? Today, we’re chatting with facial beauty expert and founder of Beauty Shamans and  Skin Within Studios, Shelly Marshall (you’ve probably seen her mostly on IG!), who walked away from the injectable world to show people how to lift and sculpt your face - NATURALLY! And yup, she’s here literally showing us how it can be done. How facial massage & face yoga can help relax your facial muscles resulting in no more Botox! FYI: Shelly is walking proof! She also gives us a breakdown of how lymphatic drainage can also relax muscles naturally, reduce puffiness, support the nervous system, and improve overall flow. She’s also showing Maria where key lymph nodes are, why direction matters when draining, and how simple daily movement….(even getting in the ocean!) can support lymph drainage!. We definitely think you'll walk away understanding your face in a whole new way and have the techniques to say your final g

Hey Heal Squad! Maria is back with another edition of: What Worked This Week! Let’s just say there are some serious breakthroughs. Today, Maria shares the beauty and lifestyle upgrades that saved her time and sanity, like a game-changing hair tool and a tiny handheld fan that’s become her perimenopause survival essential. She also opens up about why strength training is officially non-negotiable right now. Then, she gets into her best food experiments yet! First, she breaks down her latest gut experiments to reduce bloating, and her latest pizza craze: cottage cheese crust pizzas! Even her friends are fans! But the biggest surprise? CBD. What started as a simple coffee add-in turned into a digestive breakthrough she didn’t see coming. And then comes the wildest moment of the week, something that happened during acupuncture. Maria learns a simple hand-bending technique that instantly pulls her body out of fight-or-flight and the reaction was immediate… and honestly mind-blowing. Trust us you’ll want to listen

Happy Friday, Heal Squad! It’s a Regular Guy Friday that kicks off with Easter candy already invading Target shelves and somehow spirals into Boston sports nostalgia, remixing stadium anthems, and the unexpected life lessons inside renovating a hoarder house in Connecticut. Updates from acting class, what it feels like to be pushed, seen, and challenged in a new way, and the Olympics. A hilarious energy vampire video that hits a little too close to home, and yes… serious consideration of bringing back skeeball as a league sport. Underneath the randomness is something real: trying new things even when it’s uncomfortable. Not letting noise dictate your direction. Following what gives you energy. And remembering that growth doesn’t always look dramatic, sometimes it looks like showing up, staying curious, and laughing at yourself along the way. Very RGF. Bye Betches! HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal S

Hey Heal Squad! It’s Throwback Thursday, and today we’re going back to a conversation about stress… the real kind. The moments where everything piles up, your nervous system is fried, and you’re just trying to keep it together. Maria gets honest about navigating hard seasons, family stuff, uncertainty, and those full-on overwhelm spirals we all hit sometimes. And she shares what actually helps her come back to center in the middle of it, simple resets, small mindset shifts, and the reminder that even in chaos, you still have more power than you think. Plus, some fun chats in between :) This one feels like a deep breath. Enjoy, Squad! HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website:https://www.healsquad.com/ Heal Squad x Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HealSquad/membership Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy’s Page: Shop My Macy’s Storefront EMR-Tek Red Light: ht

Hey Heal Squad! February always gets us thinking about love… so today we pulled together some of our favorite relationship moments with incredible experts like Dr. Laura Berman, Dr. Nicole LePera, Dr. Nadine Macaluso, and Danielle LaPorte, the voices who’ve helped us better understand intimacy, red flags, healing old patterns, and what real love actually looks like. There’s talk about keeping the spark alive, why we repeat the same relationship dynamics, how to spot love bombing before it’s too late, and the small ways we can start showing up with more honesty, compassion, and self-love. Basically… all the stuff we wish someone had explained sooner. We hope this one gives you something you need right now. Enjoy! HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website: https://www.healsquad.com/ Heal Squad x Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HealSquad/membership Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenou

Hey, Heal Squad! What happens when your body literally forces you to slow down? Sometimes it shows up as a cold… sometimes a diagnosis… and sometimes something much bigger. That’s exactly what happened to Kerrie Lee Brown, Editor-in-Chief of SUCCESS Magazine and now a passionate heart-health advocate. In honor of Heart Health Month, Kerrie shares the story of the heart event that changed everything at just 39 years old. She was at the peak of her career, juggling life and family, and brushing off subtle symptoms she now realizes were serious warning signs.In this episode, you’ll learn what those early signs looked like (and why they’re often different in women), plus the 10 signals your body may be asking you to slow down. More importantly, we talk about why doing more isn’t always sustainable,  and how learning to say no, protecting your energy, and removing constant urgency can actually support long-term health and healing. If nothing else, let this conversation be your reminder to start listening to your b

Hey Heal Squad! It’s a brand new What Worked This Week, and Maria is sharing 5 breakthroughs that she can’t wait to tell you about! First up… a major “aha” moment! So Maria just got a lymphatic massage…. and after a recent chat with an upcoming guest (stay tuned

Hey Heal Squad! Today we’re sharing a powerful Heal in 10 moment pulled from Maria’s full conversation with Dr. Josh Redd… and honestly, this one might change the way you look at food forever. Dr. Redd breaks down how everyday things we think are harmless, like coffee, dairy, gluten, and alcohol, can fuel inflammation and autoimmune flare-ups in the body. Yep… even your morning ritual might be working against your healing. If you’re dealing with inflammation, autoimmune symptoms, or just trying to understand what your body’s been trying to tell you, this quick segment is full of those big “wait… WHAT?!” moments Heal Squad lives for. Take a listen, and get ready to see your food in a whole new way! HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website:https://www.healsquad.com/ Heal Squad x Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HealSquad/membership Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curat

Happy Potluck Saturday (and Valentine’s Day!) Heal Squad. Surprise!! Today we’re popping Super Bowl halftime fantasies, Valentine’s Day history, and of course a little candy time. We talk trolling for fun (not harm), why lightness is sometimes the smartest response to a loud world, and how a halftime show is really just a business play anyway… so you might as well add buttered popcorn dancers and commit to the insanity. We talk how Valentine’s Day went from Roman ritual to Hallmark pressure cooker, and why doing kind things daily beats one performative day every February. Nostalgia marketing, candy loyalties, cupid skepticism, doilies that won’t die, and the lasting trauma of elementary-school Valentines. Whatever you’re doing (buying discount candy, dodging expectations, or auditioning as a dancing snack) remember to keep your perspective and follow the fun. Talk shawtly! HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES

Happy Regular Guy Friday, Heal Squad! This week we talk why Hollywood (and the old “who cares?” celebrity machine) feels like it’s running out of gas… and why the people who win now are the ones building their own ark before the flood hits. How a Super Bowl ad or halftime show turns into everyone’s hot take… and how to keep your head, enjoy the show, and still have standards (especially when it’s a family event). Why being “on the scene” isn’t about being impressed, it’s about noticing what’s shifting, what’s manufactured, and what still matters. We talk nostalgia as strategy: how old brands already did the hard work, why rebooting them is genius, and how one missing shoutout to the Certs community turned into a full-blown apology tour, atonement arc, and a surprise comeback story. We talk “fight-or-flight,” how animals (and humans) act differently when they’re not stressed, why constant stress breaks your body over time, and why peace and joy might be the real “protocol.” Conspiracies, compassion, and the d

Hey Heal Squad! Because Valentine’s Day is this week, we’re throwing it back to a powerful conversation all about relationships, codependency, and the patterns we don’t even realize we’re repeating. Kev and Kelsey sit down with human connection specialist Mark Groves to unpack why we’re drawn to certain relationship dynamics, what people-pleasing is really costing us, and how something he calls a “sacred pause” might be the exact reset we didn’t know we needed. From attachment styles to boundaries, grief, anger, and learning to actually choose yourself… this one goes deep in the best way. If relationships have ever left you confused, stuck, or wondering why this keeps happening… this throwback is full of those big aha moments Heal Squad loves. Enjoy! HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website:https://www.healsquad.com/ Heal Squad x Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HealSquad/membership Maria M

Hey Heal Squad! Ok, we think this episode will blow your mind!  If you’ve ever felt tired, puffy, brain foggy or all of the above…basically INFLAMMED…this conversation with Dr. Josh Redd is a total answer to all those questions. Dr. Redd, author of The 30-Day Anti-Inflammatory Reset and a leader in functional and personalized medicine, explains to Maria how tiny, chronic inflammatory responses in the body are quietly driving these fatigue-ish flare-ups. The big aha? Inflammation isn’t random! It’s often your immune system reacting to everyday triggers. The good news: you can calm it. Dr. Redd breaks down how stress, blood sugar, movement, and food can either fuel inflammation or help heal it. For instance, Maria’s jaw literally dropped when Dr. Redd explained how coffee could be contributing to her puffiness! You’ll also learn why sunlight is a powerful anti-inflammatory tool, which key lab tests can reveal hidden inflammation, and the top two foods most commonly linked to flare-ups. If you’ve tried everythin

Hey Heal Squad! It’s time for another What Worked This Week… and this one starts with the little things making Maria’s life way easier right now. Think genius travel hacks (carry-on only?!), the cutest pajamas ever, and tiny systems that are actually helping her feel more organized and calm. But then… the conversation takes a turn. Into people-pleasing, the labels we carry that were never really ours, and the wild realization that you might be the “villain” in someone else’s story… and that’s okay. Yep, we’re going there today… It’s honest, it’s real, it’s funny, a little deep… and we think you’re really going to love this one. Enjoy, Squad!  Everything that was mentioned in this episode: https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/3873481 HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website: https://www.healsquad.com/ Heal Squad x Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HealSquad/membership Maria Menounos Website: h

Happy Potluck Saturday, Heal Squad. Today’s conversation with Kev and Anne starts with a dream… and turns into something much bigger. A BIG realization about obligation, over-functioning, and the roles we keep carrying long after we’ve outgrown them. The duo talks about what it means to help without feeling trapped, to revisit the past without being owned by it, and to recognize the moment when you no longer have to prove yourself the way you once did. If you’ve ever felt responsible for everything (all of us have at some point…) this one’s a reminder that you’re allowed to put some of that weight down. Talk shawtly! HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website:https://www.healsquad.com/ Heal Squad x Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HealSquad/membership Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy’s Page: Shop My Macy’s Storefront EMR-Tek Red Light: https://emr-tek.com/

Happy Regular Guy Friday, Heal Squad! This week, Kev shares a few real-life lessons that hit deeper than expected… why going after what truly gives you joy is often the fastest path to clarity, energy, and purpose. How many people feel stuck not because they lack talent, but because they’re chasing what doesn’t light them up. And why sometimes the simplest shift (doing the thing that gives you energy) can change everything. PLUS, Kev-On-The-Scene dives into the Grammys, celebrity empathy, hard work, influence, and the complicated reality behind headlines… along with a reminder to question what we hear, think critically, and stay grounded in truth. Real talk and a few classic RGF tangents along the way. Bye Betches! HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website:https://www.healsquad.com/ Heal Squad x Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HealSquad/membership Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariame