From early inspirations in music and design to creating album artwork for artists like Lil Yachty, Quavo, and Don Toliver [https://www.complex.com/style/a/lei-takanashi/mihailo-andic-interview], Mihailo Andic [https://www.instagram.com/mihailoandic/] has built a career turning sound into visual storytelling. In this episode, Mihailo shares how getting laid off became the best thing that ever happened to him, why having a bias for action matters in creative work, and how he translates the emotion of music into imagery. We also talk about what it truly means to celebrate small wins, how to cultivate belief in yourself, and where Mihailo sees his next creative chapter unfolding — from editorial photography to film.

EP #164: From Lil Yachty to Don Toliver: Translating Music Into Visual Art with Mihailo Andic

Ron “Boss” Everline [https://www.instagram.com/justtrain/] — celebrity trainer and founder of Just Train [https://www.instagram.com/justtrainhq/] — shares what it really takes to transform your life from the inside out. In this episode, we cover how to build resilience, why failure can fuel growth, and the mindset shift from being a victim to becoming a victor. We also talk about how discipline is the foundation to joy, and why at the heart of it all, happiness isn’t something you chase — it’s about being in a state of gratitude.

EP #163: Train Your Mind, Elevate Your Life: Finding Happiness in Gratitude with Ron "Boss" Everline, Celebrity Trainer & Founder of Just-Train

What if your smile could help you live longer? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Jonathan Levine [https://www.drjonathanlevine.com/], world-renowned dentist, innovator, and founder of Smile House Tribeca [https://www.instagram.com/smilehousetribeca/], to explore the powerful connection between oral health, longevity, and overall wellness.

We dive into why the mouth is often the “gateway to health,” how oral innovation is shaping the future of healthspan, the surprising ways your daily habits impact more than just your teeth, and of course, Dr. Jonathan's philosophy on joy, happiness, and what brings him endorphins.

Happy listening!

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EP #162: Innovating Oral Health: What It Means for Lifespan and Wellness with Dr. Jonathan Levine, Founder of Smile House Tribeca

This week Ximena Pineda, [https://www.instagram.com/ximepineda10/] founder of The Leap Club [https://www.instagram.com/theleapclub/] (and former podcast guest [https://open.spotify.com/episode/7zNEtNcsNymawjOg5eezRN?si=LWnd4kStQjudqbvquOR6LA]!!) and I explore what it means to become the designer of your own life...a concept that we'll be diving deeper into during our live event [https://l.instagram.com/?u=https%3A%2F%2Flu.ma%2Fgl6k2372%3Ffbclid%3DPAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaepxfsrPjtFSHG7y6qvt0HqC9ocz8bdmIO-Era9xYk_2WOWs01_s0Ap3HYFQQ_aem_TNkljuA-40coPCHQSesXfg&e=AT2Eb33oYiFYspM_Avl9XztLP2fJyo0TpuaH0Sah9Ms5ajavNzoHeG-ODiIwyvsceevXTxayEOJDxD1hdcsAPSJdi2zXhoI7KBipe8bONKw9n79fs9u-vQ] in Amsterdam on August 31st, 2025.

Tune into this episode to learn how to move off autopilot and step into the driver's seat of your own life.

EP #161: Become the Designer of Your Own Life - A Conversation on Agency, Taking Risks, and Living Boldly with Ximena Pineda

Australian Comedian Anthony Locasio [https://www.anthonylocascio.me/about] shares the inspiration behind his comedy special Pappou [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=466n9PEaEso] and how his Greek heritage shapes his humor. We explore the connection between comedy, cultural identity, and finding joy in embracing your roots.

EP #160: Anthony Locascio On Humor, Celebrating His Greek Heritage & Taking Risks, Australian Stand-Up Comedian

Too often we stay in relationships that are no longer in alignment out of fear - fear of disappointment, fear of loss, fear of change.

In this episode, Amber Rae [https://www.instagram.com/heyamberrae/?hl=en], author of the memoir Loveable [https://www.amazon.com/Loveable-Womans-Path-Good-Free/dp/1250809339?source=ps-sl-shoppingads-lpcontext&ref_=fplfs&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&gQT=1], shares a deeply personal story of leaving her husband for another man and the courage it takes to prioritze one's own happiness.

Tune in for a candid conversation on why loving yourself fully enables you to love freely, and ways we can practice greater honesty with ourselves and others.

EP #159: Inside “Loveable”: Amber Rae on the Courage to Let Go & Love Freely

Co-Founders of NOON [https://noon.world/], one of the rising players in cognitive wellness, Dr Julie Hwang and Jane Wong, have entered the chat this week on Everyday Endorphins!

In this episode, Dr. Julie and Jane share the founding story of NOON, how their backgrounds in naturopathic medicine, architecture, and design form a unique perspective on cognitive wellness, and how NOON gummies marry western science with Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) to enhance your brain health.

EP #158: The Science of Cognitive Wellness & Enhancing Brain Health with Nootropics with Dr. Julie Hwang & Jane Wong, Co-Founders of NOON

Sourmilk [https://www.sourmilk.com/] is here to change the game on how we think about nourishing our gut health.

Elan Halpern and Kiki Couchman, co-founders of NYC's coolest new probiotic yogurt brand, sat down on the podcast this week to explore the founding story of the brand, why they're so passionate about food & heath, and how they decided to take the leap of faith and quit their corporate jobs to build Sourmilk.

We also talk about their perspectives on what makes entrepreneurship meaningful, how they define happiness, and what brings them endorphins.

EP #157: How Gut Health is the Gateway to Joy with Elan Halpern and Kiki Couchman, Co-Founders of Sourmilk

Sophia Mullins [https://www.instagram.com/wallstreetwellness/?hl=en], former VP in Private Equity turned founder of corporate wellness consultancy Wall Street Wellness [https://www.wallstreetwellness.com/], and I sat down for a candid conversation this week on redefining what it means to be 'well' in the corporate world.

We explore how to engage in wellness practices from a more realistic approach for people in high-intensity jobs, as well as why 'corporate wellness' goes beyond programming and educational efforts.

Sophia also shares her greatest lessons as an executive on Wall Street, as well as why learning how to navigate intensity with intentionality is what truly paves the way for achieving greater work-life balance in life.

Tune in to hear how Sophia defines happiness and what brings her endorphins!

EP #156: Why Stress Resiliency is Foundational to Corporate Wellness with Sophia Mullins, Founder of Wall Street Wellness

Wellness culture is tremendously easy to make fun of. It seems like almost anything these days can be considered 'wellness,' and social media most certainly paints a flawed picture of what it actually means to be well.

Content creator, director, and actor Gus Heagerty [https://www.instagram.com/gus.heagerty/], who's famously known to produce comedic videos depicting yoga instructors and other humorous aspects of wellness, joins us on the podcast this week to explore the irony of satirizing the wellness industry, as well as share his own mental health journey, and how he finds his endorphins every day.

EP #155: Satirizing Wellness Culture with Gus Heagerty, Director, Actor, and Content Creator

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