Holistic Human Performance Podcast

Scorpio season is here, and it's asking you to go beneath the surface. In this episode of Holistic Human Performance, our resident astrotherapist Jake Santora breaks down Scorpio energy, its planetary rulers Mars and Pluto, and a simple 4-step method to find your shadow in your own birth chart using your South Node.

"Tough times don't last, only tough people do."

Scorpio energy is about depth, truth, emotional courage, transformation, and rebirth. It challenges us to look honestly at our shadows, recognize the stories that shape our lives, and reclaim the parts of ourselves we...

What does it really mean to be a Libra and how can you leverage Libra Season to create greater balance, connection, and harmony in your life?

In this special Libra Astrological Season episode, AstroTherapist Jake Santora of Holistic Human Performance explores the meaning behind Libra energy and how this air sign can teach us powerful lessons about relationships, communication, decision-making, boundaries, beauty, and balance.

As a Libra himself, Jake brings a personal perspective to this episode, combining astrological insight with an AstroTherapy approach focused on self-awareness, emotional growth, and personal development. Together, we’ll explore both th...

What does it really take to build a business that's aligned with your soul?

In this episode of the Holistic Human Performance Podcast, I sit down with spinal energetics practitioner, yoga teacher, retreat leader, and spiritual entrepreneur Harmony Slater to have an honest conversation about the realities of entrepreneurship.

We explore:

What if your birth chart was more than your zodiac sign? What if it was a map of your unconscious mind?

In this episode of the Holistic Human Performance Podcast, we explore the emerging concept of Astrological Narrative Therapy and the powerful intersection between astrology, psychology, and scientific spirituality.

Jake dives into how the birth chart can be used as a reflective tool to uncover unconscious patterns, emotional narratives, identity structures, and the energetic themes influencing our life experiences.

Rather than viewing astrology as simple predictions, we explore astrology as a psychological and sp...

We all say we want change—but are you willing to become the version of yourself who can actually receive it?

In this episode, we're diving into the hidden reason so many people stay stuck: they're trying to create a new life while operating from an old identity.

Your subconscious mind is constantly replaying familiar stories, old emotional patterns, childhood conditioning, and limiting beliefs. Until those patterns are rewired, you'll continue creating more of the same—even when you consciously want something different.

In this episode, I break down why identity work is the...

Cancer Season reminds us that healing isn't found by doing more—it happens when we create space to truly feel.

In this solo birthday episode, I reflect on what this season has taught me and why Cancer energy invites us inward instead of outward.

We explore the deeper symbolism of Cancer, the importance of emotional safety, nervous system regulation, intuition, and how learning to mother yourself transforms every area of your life.

This conversation is an invitation to soften, reconnect with your body, honor your emotions, and trust the season you're in.

...

Have you been feeling lost lately?

Maybe you've outgrown the life you've built.
Maybe you're exhausted despite doing "all the right things."
Maybe you know you're meant for more, but every time you think about making a change, fear takes over.

If so, this conversation is for you.

In this live training, we're diving into why so many people are feeling disconnected, burnt out, and uncertain about their next steps—and why the answer isn't simply working harder, staying positive, or pushing through.

We'll explore:

✨ Why burnout is o...

In this deeply moving episode of the Holistic Human Performance Podcast, Gena sits down with psychologist, mystic, breathwork practitioner, and author Colleen Quinn for a conversation that bridges psychology, spirituality, healing, and human transformation.

Colleen shares her extraordinary journey through trauma, profound healing, near-death experiences, and mystical awakenings that ultimately inspired her latest book, Essence Merging. Together, we explore what happens when we surrender to a higher intelligence, trust the unfolding of our spiritual path, and allow ourselves to be transformed by love.

This conversation dives into the intersection of science and mysticism, the healing p...

Have you ever wondered if angels are trying to communicate with you?

In Episode 157 of the Holistic Human Performance Podcast, we sit down with Michael McAdams, lifelong seeker of spiritual truth and co-author of An Angel Told Me So, a powerful collection of messages and teachings dictated directly from spirit teachers and angels.

Michael shares his remarkable journey into spiritual communication, how angelic guidance can show up in everyday life, and practical ways you can strengthen your connection to the unseen realms. Together, we explore the signs, synchronicities, intuitive nudges, and divine messages that often g...

In Episode 156, Astrotherapist Jake Santora takes us deep into the energy of Gemini Season and explores how this dynamic astrological transit influences our minds, communication, relationships, growth, and personal evolution.

Gemini is often associated with curiosity, learning, adaptability, and connection, but there is much more beneath the surface. Jake breaks down the true energetic essence of Gemini and explains how this season can be leveraged for personal transformation when understood through the lens of your unique energetic blueprint.

In this episode you'll discover:

• The deeper meaning and archetype of Gemini
• Why communication beco...

In Episode 155 of the Holistic Human Performance Podcast, we sit down with holistic health educator, author, and speaker ZuZu Armes for a deeply empowering conversation on what it truly means to heal the body naturally from the inside out.

After reversing her own epilepsy, scoliosis, and arthritis through holistic practices, ZuZu has spent decades helping others reconnect to their bodies through accessible, science-backed wellness education. Together with her daughter Amy, a Johns Hopkins-trained MPH, she co-founded Holistic Health Educators and has supported more than 45,000 people worldwide on their healing journeys.

In this episode, we dive in...

What does it mean to live as a modern goddess fully embodied, deeply healed, and radically empowered? In this powerful episode, Gena sits down with Rocio Aquino and Angel Orengo, the wife-and-husband duo and co-founders of For The Highest Good, whose Los Angeles Tribune bestselling book The Orchid: The Secret Code of Modern Goddesses has sparked a global movement of self-discovery and feminine healing.

Together, they unpack the sacred symbolism behind The Orchid, what it truly means to activate your inner goddess, and how conscious leadership begins with healing the self. Rocio and Angel share how their...

Rachel McCord is a TV host, media entrepreneur, and founder of The McCord List Media Network — a purpose-driven platform reaching millions of households. But behind the visibility and influence is a woman who nearly lost her life, and in that moment, found her truest purpose.

In this episode, Rachel and Gena dive deep into what it means to live authentically when the world wants a curated version of you. They explore how faith becomes your anchor in the hardest seasons, how adversity can crack you open to something bigger, and what it really looks like to build a...

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In this episode, our resident astrotherapist Jake Santora takes the host seat to walk us through everything you need to know about Taurus Season and why this window of the year is one of the most powerful for building the life you actually want.

We cover:

✦ What Taurus season energy is really about (and why most people resist it)

✦ The spiritual & grounding themes that define this time of year

✦ Practical ways to harness Taurus energy for success, abundance & stability

✦ What to fully...

What if the gifts you've been told are "too much" are actually your greatest superpower?In this episode, Gena sits down with Lisa Campion — psychic counselor, Reiki Master Teacher, and bestselling author with over 30 years of experience and 15,000+ psychic sessions — to explore what it really means to step into your spiritual gifts with confidence and clarity.Lisa shares how to begin noticing and unlocking your own intuitive abilities, why energetic protection is non-negotiable for empaths and healers, and how to practice discernment so you can navigate spiritual downloads with wisdom rather than fear.Whether you're just beginning to explore your...

What if pain—physical, emotional, and even addictive patterns—wasn’t something to suppress, but something to listen to?

In Episode 150, we’re joined by reflexology expert Njideka Olatunde, who brings a deeply rooted, hands-on healing perspective to the conversation around chronic pain, addiction, and nervous system dysregulation.

Together, we explore how the power of touch becomes a gateway to healing—supporting the body in releasing stored tension, regulating stress responses, and breaking free from the cycles that keep so many people stuck.

This conversation goes beyond symptom management. It invites you into a new paradigm...

Aries season is here and with it comes a powerful energetic reset.

In this episode of the HHP Podcast, Gena and Jake break down what this shift means for you and how to actually work with the energy to elevate your life.

This is the season of:
🔥 Action
🔥 Courage
🔥 Identity shifts
🔥 Leadership

If you’ve been feeling the pull to do more, be more, or finally move on what you know you're meant for—this is your moment.

We also introduce our FREE community:
The Astrological Locker Room

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There is an energetic cost to living a life that isn’t truly aligned with who you are.

When we ignore our intuition, force ourselves into environments that drain us, or continue patterns that no longer serve us, the body and nervous system begin to respond. What many people experience as burnout, anxiety, or exhaustion can actually be signals that something deeper is out of alignment.

In this solo episode, we explore the energetic impact of living out of alignment and how reconnecting with your authentic self can transform your health, energy, and overall wellbeing.

In Episode 147, Gena sits down with astrotherapist Jake Santora to explore the deeper meaning behind Pisces energy and what this season is activating collectively and individually.

We discuss:
– The shadow + higher expression of Pisces
– Why emotions may feel amplified
– Spiritual awakenings and karmic closure
– How to avoid escapism
– Daily grounding and intuitive practices

Pisces teaches surrender, trust, and spiritual alignment. This episode will help you move through it consciously instead of reactively.

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Navigating Change, Nervous System Regulation & Cosmic Alignment with astrotherapist, Jake Santora. Aquarius season invites us to break patterns, think beyond the box, and step fully into our authentic expression. In Episode 146, our astrologer Jake Santora explores the electric energy of Aquarius—innovation, individuality, rebellion, and future-forward vision—and how it’s amplified through the bold momentum of the Fire Horse year.

This conversation isn’t just about cosmic insight—it’s about embodiment. Jake shares what this season asks of us, where nervous system grounding becomes essential, and how to stay regulated while expanding into new possibilities.

We also...

In this episode, we explore how ancient wisdom traditions can guide us through modern-day challenges with greater clarity, balance, and purpose.

Joined by Caren Paskel, we dive into the practical application of timeless teachings — from embodiment and energetic awareness to conscious living and inner leadership — and how they can be woven into everyday life without spiritual bypassing or burnout.

This conversation is an invitation to slow down, remember what truly matters, and live from a more aligned, grounded, and intentional place.

Find Caren: carenpaskel.com

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Capricorn season invites us into responsibility, mastery, and aligned ambition.

In this episode, we’re joined by Astrotherapist Jake Santora for a powerful Capricorn astrology reading. We explore what this season is activating, how Capricorn energy shapes leadership and long-term vision, and what you’re being asked to commit to—without burning out or abandoning yourself.

If you’re ready to build from integrity, create structure that supports your nervous system, and lead with purpose, this episode is for you.

✨ Continue the journey:
Join our Astrological Alignment Lab: Align with Your Stars (Virtual Retrea...

Episode 143 is a vulnerable, honest, and expansive conversation about where I’ve been, what postpartum recovery has really looked like for me, and the unexpected up-level motherhood initiated within me.

In this episode, I share:
✨ The truth about my postpartum healing—physically, emotionally, and energetically
✨ The identity shifts that rocked me (and ultimately rebuilt me)
✨ What stepping away taught me about pace, presence, and purpose
✨ How motherhood cracked me open in ways I never anticipated
✨ The new vision, momentum, and clarity emerging on the other side

This is for any woman who’s nav...

Sagittarius season is here — bold, fiery, expansive, and unapologetically aligned with growth. In this month’s Energy Astrology Reading, Gena sits down with resident astrologer Jake Santora to decode the cosmic weather and show you how to use this season to your advantage.

Inside this episode, you’ll discover:
✨ The energetic theme of Sagittarius season & how it impacts your mindset
✨ The opportunities this fire season brings for purpose, truth, and forward momentum
✨ How to channel courage, optimism, and intuitive clarity into your personal growth
✨ What to let go of, what to say yes to, and how to r...

Are unseen toxins in your home dragging down your energy, clarity, and health? In this powerful episode, I sit down with Seth Jones — founder of Superstratum Labs — to dive into the hidden world of mold, mycotoxins, and why conventional mold remediation may not be enough. We’ll explore:

• What mycotoxins are, how they form from mold, and why they may persist long after visible mold is removed. 
• Signs your environment may be impacting your body and nervous system (brain-fog, fatigue, gut issues, respiratory, skin, hormone imbalance)
• The 3-phase home detox path that Seth’s company developed (Clean...

Scorpio season is a time for deep emotional alchemy. In Episode 140, Astrotherapist Jake Santora channels the transformative frequency of Scorpio guiding you through shadow healing, rebirth, and reclaiming your power.
Perfect for anyone feeling called to release, renew, and rise stronger.

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In today's episode, Gena interviews Dr. Clayton Skaggs, founder and CEO of Central Institute for Human Performance (CIHP) and the author of the new book The Power of Doing What Matters: Discover the Mind-Body Resilience in All of Us. 

Dr. Skaggs specializes in helping people identify what they actually need to do to improve their health and overall sense of wellbeing, focus on those things - and let go of anything else. Dr. Skaggs and the teams at CIHP have worked with World Series champions, Stanley Cup champions, elite military, PGA champions, NFL, NHL, and MLB All-Stars and t...

Welcome to Libra season, all about balance and justice. Our astrologer Jake Santora dives into the energy, what to expect, and what to focus on so you can really utilize this to become your best self.

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✨ EPISODE 137 ✨Virgo Season Astrology Reading: Anchor Into AlignmentVirgo season is your invitation to refine, realign, and recalibrate. 🧘🏽‍♀️🌿 This episode breaks down the energetic themes of Virgo—offering intuitive insights, practical advice, and soulful rituals to help you clear the clutter (inside & out), elevate your daily habits, and come back home to your body.If you're ready to turn intention into action and live with more clarity and integrity… this one’s for you. 💫🎧 Listen now on your favorite podcast app.🌟 Tap into the frequency of aligned discipline.

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💸 What if wealth wasn’t just about strategy—but about frequency?

In Episode 136 of the HHP Podcast, we dive deep into The Frequency of Wealth—how your energetic state shapes your financial reality. ✨

We’re shifting from hustle to harmony, from survival mode to sovereign wealth. This episode explores:
🔑 The mindset + vibration of abundance
🔊 How to attune your energy to wealth consciousness
🧬 The somatic + spiritual codes of prosperity
💥 And the daily practices that help you stay in alignment

This is your invitation to activate the frequency of wealth—within your body, your breath, and...

In today's episode Gena interviews Christina Karkouta, a trauma-informed breathwork facilitator and founder of Breath Lab. After leaving a 12-year career as a speech-language pathologist, she created a raw and relatable approach to help people release stress, anxiety, and the weight of their past—working with those ready to stop outsourcing their healing. She also is the lead breathwork coach for the Casey Skudin 343 Fund, supporting first responders in regulating their nervous systems.

Find Christina:

https://www.breathlabhq.com/stop-the-scroll

@christinakarkouta @breathlabhq

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EPISODE 135: LEO SEASON READING w/ HHP Astrologer Jake Santora

Leo season is HERE and it’s bringing bold, radiant, heart-centered energy with it. In this episode, Jake breaks down what this Leo season means for YOU, how to tap into your inner confidence, express your truth, and take up space unapologetically. This isn’t just about astrology it’s about living aligned with your divine blueprint

🪐 Want to go deeper? Join us on 7/24 for our class: The Logic of Astrology — What Does Your Strongest Planet Say About You? Sign up: https://www.holistichumanperformance.co/events

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In today's episode Gena interviews Tammy Adams a globally respected spiritual life coach and master intuitive shaman, dedicated for over 35 years to helping individuals align with their highest potential and life purpose. Known for her profound, God-given abilities, Tammy has positively impacted countless lives and worked with guiding influential leaders, including Pope John Paul II, Mother Teresa, and the Dalai Lama, as well as prominent political figures, celebrities, and corporate executives. She reaches a global audience through her online platform, The School of the Great Awakening, and her popular “Karma Talk” podcast, in addition to authoring The Secret to Your...

In today's episode Gena interviews Katelyn Keith, astrologer and herbalist that combines both magical and scientific approaches to helping you become your healthiest and most aligned self by using astro-herbalism. We are diving into what this practice is, how you can implement this into your life and your families lives, why it is so important to learn this and what you can do about it. You don't want to miss this episode!

Find Katelyn: https://www.modmamamagic.com

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In today's episode Gena interviews Nicole Demare, author of "Own the Room" and host of the Radiant Living Podcast. These two are talking all about their pregnancy journey, the holistic approach they have decided to take, what their birth plans are and the unknown of postpartum and soon to be mamas. All we know is were in this together!

Find Nicole: @radiantlivingpodcast

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Solo episode with Gena today, she dives into how she has manifested everything she has wanted in her life using the power of magnetism and radiance. There is no secret or gatekeeping here, learn these simple manifestation tools to help you unlock you truest potential and change your entire life. She also shares her latest program Rewire & Recode, 5 day reset to align with your highest self.

PS it's Gena's birthday and in honor of cancer season we are doing $50 off all astrology readings! Use code CANCERSEASON50 until July 22nd: https://app.arketa.co/iframe/holistichumanperformance/privates/by-service...

In today's episode Gena and our astrologer Jake Santora dive into cancer season and what the energy is going to bring us especially with the Summer Solstice upon us and how you can best tap into this energy.

Gena will also be hosting a beach Summer Solstice Soundbath Experience on 6/19 at 6:30pm at the beach entrance on New York Ave, Long Beach NY Sign up Here: https://www.holistichumanperformance.co/events

AND because it's Gena's birthday season, we will be doing $50 discounts on all astrology readings with Jake!

Use code: CANCERSEASON50 until July 22...

We have a special episode today with Gena, she has a big announcement with her business partner Melissa Ingino. A fellow entrepreneur who owns Grit & Grace Design Studio,  a trailblazer and leader. The two came together and are sharing their story of how the founded Fearless Founders and their journey as entrepreneurs. She tips, tricks, wisdom, and advice of what they have learned and created.

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In today's episode Gena interviews Adi Kaplan, a holistic facialist, wellness expert, and founder of Facial Healing by Adi. After leaving a successful career in industrial engineering, she followed her passion for natural well-aging and created a space where beauty meets healing. Through modalities like Gua Sha, buccal massage, lymphatic drainage, facial reflexology, and beauty taping, Adi helps women reconnect with their bodies and age with confidence—without relying on injectables. We are diving into all things beautifying the skin in a non toxic approach!

Find Adi: @facialhealing

www.fhbyadi.com

Solo episode with our astrologer Jake Santora, as he dives into Gemini season and what the energy holds for us.

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