Catamania

The Skincare Industry Doesn't Want You To Know This...

17 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Catamania, we sit down with Sisley Killam — a functional medicine practitioner and “Acne Nutritionist” — to expose the myth...

Turning Slavic Upbringing Into Stand-Up Gold

12 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

From the dad who only said “I love you” once, to growing up in a culture where therapy doesn’t exist — this episode is packed with raw stories...

We Quit Our Jobs With $0… And Built This Life

22 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this raw and honest episode, Cristina sits down with her husband Aleks to break down exactly how they built their dream life from scratch — while...

The Side of Influencer Life No One Ever Shows

08 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Danielle Lazenis went from working in tech sales to shooting content alone on the streets of London — now she’s one of the most stylish creators o...

The Pros & Cons of Chasing 100% Authenticity

02 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This episode gets deep — and unfiltered. From cancelable takes on social media, AI, and overproduced content to hilarious rants about podcast shame ...

The Dark Side of People-Pleasing No One Talks About

17 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if the real reason you feel stuck isn’t fear — but guilt? In this powerful and raw conversation, Samantha Chung breaks down the truth about c...

The Confidence Hack Nobody Talks About

10 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this raw solo episode, I open up about the exact moment I hit a wall with my career, how meditation literally changed my life, and why going for it...

She LOST 80% of Her Income Overnight… Then Built a Global Community from Scratch | Danielle Wiebe

21 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if losing everything was the key to building something extraordinary? Danielle Wiebe, founder of Business Babes Collective, shares how the pandem...

Validation Is a Trap — Here’s How to Escape It

13 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this solo episode, I dive deep into a question I get asked all the time: “How do I stop seeking validation from others?” If you're stuck in...

Western Therapy Is Failing Us — Here’s Why

07 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This might be the most controversial take on therapy you'll ever hear. Dr. Richard Blake holds a PhD in Psychology, ran the largest-ever clinical brea...

3 Non-Negotiables To Maximize Your Badass Self

29 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

I’m spilling my REAL secrets to feeling like the ultimate BADASS — no matter how busy life gets. In today’s solo episode, I break down the 3 non...

Dating Coach Reveals The #1 Reason Love Fails

22 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Cristina is joined by Couples Coach Nick Solaczek to chat couples growing apart, how to work on your relationship, when you shou...

How To Unlock Your Deepest Pleasure

15 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Most people have no idea what’s really killing their sex drive — and it has nothing to do with their partner. In this raw, eye-opening conversatio...

I asked AI about North American Dating Culture

08 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Cristina decides to sit down with a special guest: AI, to chat their thoughts on dating in North America, splitting bills, wheth...

Cultivating Femininity In Women | Monica Yates

01 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, I am joined by Feminine/Masculine Embodiment Coach Monica Yates to chat about teaching women how to embrace femininity, why wome...

The Harsh Truth About Dating As A Single Mom

25 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, I am joined by holistic health coach and mind body practitioner Shanna Mota to chat DATING in 2025, including rushing into relat...

How Modern Medicine Is Slowly Killing Us

18 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Luca was a young, successful entrepreneur with everything going for him—until one antibiotic changed everything. After taking ciprofloxacin, his bod...

Ground Rules For Dating Your Spouse

11 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cristina is joined for another husband special with Aleks to chat about rules on dating your spouse, navigating finances and t...

Why Do First World Countries Have The Most Disorders?

04 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, I am joined by holistic health coach and mind body practitioner Shanna Mota to chat positive reframing, forcing yourself to crea...

What 30 Years Has Taught Me About Being A Woman

25 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cristina is back with a host only special, chatting life realizations as a woman turning 30, loving who you are, your cycle being ...

How To Run A Business With Your Spouse Without Compromising Your Relationship

19 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cristina is joined by power couple Elena Maiorova & Dmitry Yakovenko to changing the nail industry in Canada, ditching the...

How To Properly Argue With Your Spouse

11 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cristina is joined for another husband special with Aleks to chat about navigating arguments with your spouse, differing relat...

Your Feelings Are A By-Product Of Your Thoughts

04 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cristina is back with a host only special, chatting how to navigate the downhill moments of life, how to properly inner work, ...

I Created A Business Around The Path To Human Optimization | Kaylor Betts

28 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cristina is joined by life coach, podcaster & entrepreneur Kaylor Betts to chat living out of a suitcase, becoming a life ...

The Real Culprit Behind Your Diet & Sleep Problems Revealed

14 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cristina is joined by biohacker, nutritionist, psychologist & entrepreneur Olga Odobescu to chat understanding human biochemis...

How To Have A Successful 2025: 4 Key Tips

31 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cristina is back again with Zhana Dmitryuk for a NEW YEAR special, chatting goal setting for 2025, avoiding distraction, how to pl...

How To Meditate The RIGHT Way - The Power of Concentration

10 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cristina is joined by yoga guru Daria Barinova to chat the power of yoga, the truth about being vegetarian, creating a real enviro...

Advice For Young Women Struggling With Their Identity | Nicole Behnam

03 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cristina is joined by podcast host & studio owner Nicole Behnam to chat society making men hate women & women hate men, ho...

How To Not Limit Yourself When Chasing Goals | Darin Olien

26 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cristina is joined by veganism advocate & wellness expert Darin Olien to chat his docuseries with Zac Efron, why you should el...

Why The Ultra Famous Struggle Mentally

12 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cristina is joined by actor, director, singer & songwriter Chandler Juliet to chat the family unit, why child stars go crazy, ...

How To Re-Invent Yourself At Any Age & Manifest Your Destiny | Ayesha Sehra

22 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cristina is joined by PR Guru Ayesha Sehra to chat moving from Toronto to LA, building her whole life plan at 21, the 7 revenue st...

Couples Guide To Surviving Different Ideas of Budgeting

15 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cristina is joined by husband Aleks to chat life in Moldova, almost getting divorced, thoughts on couples therapy, love at first s...

The Political Battle in America from a Female Perspective | Emily Wilson

08 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cristina is joined by political & social commentator Emily Wilson to chat balancing feminine in a masculine world, republicans...

How To Talk Yourself Out Of Your Victimhood Mentality | David Ghiyam

01 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cristina is joined entrepreneur & co-founder of MaryRuth Organics David Ghiyam to chat becoming a millionaire at 15, Teaching ...

What I Learned After Being Lost At Sea For 57 Days

24 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cristina is joined by biohacker, coach & wellness guru Aggie Lal to chat, discovering yourself after a break up, being tra...

How To Achieve Your 10 Year Vision In 2 Years | Joel Brown

17 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cristina is joined by master coach & trainer Joel Brown to chat personal development, breaking out of the matrix, aligning...

Why Adversity Can Propel You To Success | Samantha Chung

10 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cristina is joined by Mindset & Manifestation Coach Samantha Chung to chat how we naturally create setbacks, creating a di...

3 Books That Will Change Your Life & Open Up Your Mind

03 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cristina is joined by longtime friend & entrepreneur Tamir Barzilai to chat life changing books, if re-incarnation is real...

How To Get Your First Home In 2024

27 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cristina is joined by Top 1% Realtors Ally Ballam & Amy Leong to chat how to get into real estate if you’re broke, why i...

Balancing Feminine Energy with Being a Boss | Karin Bohn

20 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cristina is once again joined by interior designer & netflix star Karin Bohn to chat wanting to be an entrepreneur at 5, i...

How To Manage Negative Situations & Create Your Ideal Future | Zhana Dmitryuk

13 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cristina is once again joined by movement coach & educator Zhana Dmitryuk to chat embracing femininity through entrepreneu...

Mindset, Mental Game And The Reality Behind MAID In Canada | Kelsie Sheren

06 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cristina is joined by Canadian combat veteran, author & mindset coach Kelsie Sheren to chat life in the military, why huma...

Naturopathic Doctor Reveals 5 Key Ways To Have Good Skin | Dr. Maya Kuczma

30 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cristina is joined by Naturopathic specialist Dr. Maya Kuczma to chat all things aesthetics, russian lips, how diet affects ae...

The Truth About The Dangers of Gender Ideology & Transgender Children

23 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cristina is joined by speaker & activist Chris Elston to chat gender ideology, brainwashing children, corrupt school syste...

Plastic Surgeon Exposes The Truth About $100,000 Face Lifts | Dr. Miguel Mascaro

16 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cristina is joined by board certified facial plastic surgeon Dr Miguel Mascaro to chat the rise of plastic surgery on social m...

“You’re not free if you can’t say what you think” | Nicole Arbour

09 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cristina is joined by comedian & entrepreneur Nicole Arbour to chat selling feet pics, Ukrainian upbringing, Canadian gove...

How This Cop Escaped The 9-5 & Scaled His $24 Million Business

02 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cristina is joined by 8 figure entrepreneur & former police officer Paul Alex Espinoza to chat going from corporate Americ...

Should Married Couples Sleep in Different Beds?

25 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cristina is joined (interviewed?) by husband Aleks, chatting about topics such as living in Mexico vs Canada, getting a privat...

Using Bodybuilding As A Form Of Inspiration | Valentina Mishina

18 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cristina is joined by 3x Women's Olympia Competitor & Bodybuilder Valentina Mishina to chat building a world class phy...

How I Blew Up My Meme Page To 8 Million Followers | Gina Tash

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cristina is joined by entrepreneur & social media genius Gina Tash to chat creating positive funny memes, blowing up to 8 ...

The Secret To Social Media Consistency: How To Succeed Online

04 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Cristina returns with another solosode special chatting her story from the corporate world to content creation, diving not topic...

Why Finding Your Purpose Is More Important That Finding Your Passion | Estefania Lacayo

28 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Cristina is joined by successful entrepreneur & business mentor Estefania Lacayo to chat growing up in Nicaragua, manifestin...

The Queen of Cybersecurity Reveals Truth About Internet Dangers | Caitlin Sarian

21 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Cristina is joined by cybersecurity influencer Caitlin Sarian to chat educating the public on cybersecurity, working high level ...

Quality Relationship Tips with Gary & Valeria Lipovetsky

14 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cristina is joined by influencer couple & entrepreneurs Gary & Valeria Lipovetsky to chat navigating a public relation...

The Truth About Nutrition & Wellness: How To Know What To Believe | Kelsey Rose

07 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cristina is joined by fitness & wellness influencer Kelsey Rose to chat building an online fitness community, leaving Toro...

Fighting For Survival: From $74 to Forbes Entrepreneur | Elena Asher

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cristina is joined by entrepreneur & founder of Lashmakers Elena Asher to chat European vs North American mindset, living ...

Balancing Femininity In A Masculine World | Valeria Lipovetsky

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Cristina is joined by influencer, model & mother extraordinaire Valeria Lipovetsky to chat living around the world, raisin...

How to Live a True International Lifestyle - Conversation with The Nomad Capitalist

16 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Cristina is joined by the Nomad Capitalist Andrew Henderson to chat living in multiple countries, renouncing his American citize...

He Was Born With One Arm & No Legs... & Managed To Changed The World | Nick Santonastasso

09 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Cristina is joined by internet personality, keynote speaker & miracle man Nick Santonastasso to chat being born with no legs...

How To Balance Between Being A Business Woman & A Wife | Iman Hasan

02 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Cristina is joined by entrepreneur, podcaster, founder & CEO of IHC Agency Iman Hasan to chat growing up all over the world,...

How To Navigate The Struggles Of Moving Abroad & Immigrating Your Mindset

26 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode Cristina is back with a solo special to chat the hardest parts about moving to a different country, leaving your family behind, b...

The Dangers of Birth Control & Biohacking Your Way To Better Sex | Maria Fastov

19 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode Cristina sits down with biohacker & wellness coach Maria Fastov to chat life-changing diet hacks, Western vs European eating ...

How to Establish Boundaries & Maximize Your Relationships | Kornelija Slunjski

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode Cristina sits down with beauty guru & podcaster Kornelija Slunjski to chat dealing with social media haters, non-negotiable p...

Catamania 60 - Cultural differences, pursuing your dreams and skincare w. Dr. Crissie

13 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Cristina Grindean is a Romanian-born, German dermatologist based in Berlin. An alumni of The Charité Medical School, she is an expert on all thin...

Catamania 59 - MUST KNOW about motherhood, birth control & body positivity w. Gina Bontempo

21 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Gina Bontempo is a trainer & health coach who has helped 200+ women lose weight. Soon to be mother of two, Gina promotes taking care of yourself t...

Catamania 58 - Can you be a mother and succeed in your career? w. Irina Novak-Calki

13 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Irina Novak-Calki is the co-owner of Scentrique, a Vancouver-based online and offline niche fragrance boutique offering a unique collection of niche f...

Catamania 57 - Training, the mind and pressures of being in the public eye w. Alexandra Ndolo

05 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Alexandra Ndolo is a German-born left-handed épée fencer who fences for Kenya from 2022 on. Ndolo was born in Bayreuth, Northern Bavaria, Germany. ...

Catamania 56 - Taking a leap of faith, Entrepreneurship & Wine w. Vince Anter

28 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Vince Alter is a sommelier, entrepreneur and host of the V is for Vino show.  In his show, Vince takes you to a new wine region in each episode to ex...

Catamania 55 - A linguist's view on learning languages w. Luke McCarthy

21 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Luke McCarthy is a linguist who speaks six languages. Luke was born in the United States, lived in Russia and is currently based in Barcelona. He teac...

Catamania 54 - Relationships are a lot more simple than we make them to be w. Esther Sarphatie

12 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Esther Sarphatie is a psychologist and relationship advisor who has gained major success on social media sharing her knowledge and wisdom on all thing...

Catamania 53 - Answering some of your questions

03 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I don't normally do a whole lot of solosodes but many of you have asked to start doing more long-form Q & A's. So here we go ♥️

Catamania 52 - What to do when there's nothing to be grateful for?

26 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

They say gratitude is the key to abundance. If that’s the case (which it is) how important is it then to learn how to be grateful for things even wh...

Catamania 51 - Building an American Dream & The Importance of Preserving History w. Elizabeth Pipko

19 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Elizabeth Pipko is an American model, author, media personality and founder of Lest People Forget, a digital project which aims to enable individuals ...

Catamania 50 - Plastic surgery & cosmetic medicine w. Dr. Joseph A. Mele, MD, FACS

12 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Mele is a Board Certified general plastic surgeon in the San Francisco Bay Area. A member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons he performs ...

Catamania 49 - The parallels between dental & mental health w. Dr. Jovanka Živković

05 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Jovanka Živković is a Serbian-born New York-based dentist. She started her career in Serbia and then decided to move to US and start all over. A...

Catamania 48 - How I improved my English in just a few steps

29 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Sharing some tips that helped me learn English and adopt a more American accent. I always get questions about this, so I thought I might as well tap a...

Catamania 47 - Why you should never get offended

15 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A little rant inspired by episode 45 of Catamania where I chatted briefly with my guest about feeling offended. I decided to give you my take on it al...

Catamania 46 - Uncancellable & Undefeated w. Nicole Arbour

08 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this 2-part interview I am joined by the one and only - Nicole Arbour. Nicole is a social media personality, comedian, actress, singer and all arou...

Catamania 45 - Losing people due to your views & course correction w. Chandler Juliet

01 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Chandler Juliet is a comedian, singer-songwriter and content creator. Born and raised in Los Angeles, California Chandler has been a part of the show ...

Catamania 44 - Chivalry, protector and splitting bills ft. my husband

25 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Bringing on my husband to brainstorm the subject of splitting bills and what protector and provider mean to me. This episode was inspired after I rec...

Catamania 43 - The truth about birth control, cycle synching and hormones w. Jenn Pike

18 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jenn Pike is a Functional Diagnostic Nutritionist, Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Certified Yoga & Pilates Instructor, Medical Exercise Special...

Catamania 42 - Authenticity, Cutting People Off and Reinventing Yourself w. Nicole Behnam

11 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A former red carpet Hollywood interviewer, Nicole Behnam is the founder, CEO and Editor-In-Chief of Beyond the Interview. A journalist who through her...

Catamania 41 - Leaving the corporate and tapping into your femininity w. Zhana Dmitryuk

27 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Zhana Dmitryuk is an ex-corporate boss babe (although she is still a boss babe) who through the pain she was experiencing in her body found a passion ...

Catamania 40 - An introverted entrepreneur and how following your heart brings great results w. Abbey McGrew

20 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Abbey McGrew is the Founder & Creative Director of Wayfarer Design Studio. She started her company while travelling the world with her husband and...

Catamania 39 - The importance of following your intuition w. Sasha Zvereva

13 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I got to sit in a conversation with a woman I admire; singer, blogger, mother of four children, reality TV show star, DJ, and busines...

Catamania 38 - Just how much does alcohol affect you and your sleep? w. Olivia Arezzolo

06 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

By popular demand, Olivia Arezzolo Australia’s #1 Sleep Expert is back! With more insights and tips on how you can improve your sleep and therefore,...

Catamania 37 - Immigration and How Overcoming Adversity Leads to Increased Confidence w. Jeni Raitz

30 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I am joined by my Brazilian twin, Jeni Raitz. Jeni is a lifestyle, fashion and travel blogger who immigrated to United States from Br...

Catamania 36 - Manifesting & Law of Attraction Solosode

23 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

My take and discoveries with law of attraction & manifesting. There is a lot of information out there on how to manifest things into existence and...

Catamania 35 - Why Femininity is Powerful w. Jake Woodard

16 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jake Woodard a Spiritual Healer, Author and the host of The Awake With Jake Show Podcast. Expert in masculine and feminine energies, specifically as i...

Catamania 34 - Be Hot AND Healthy w. Lauren Hubert, MS, RD

09 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Lauren Hubert is the Registered Dietitian and weight loss expert behind The Sorority Nutritionist, a brand that has taught thousands of women around t...

Catamania 33 - How to Stay Young & Beautiful w. Maria Fastov

02 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I sit in a conversation with Maria Fastov, a registered delivery and labour nurse based in Silicon Valley who shares her knowledge on ...

Catamania 32 - All About Food, Diet & Nutrition w. Jacinta Radziejewski

18 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jacinta Radziejewski is a Sydney based nutritionist who has an individual approach to diet and food. Jacinta believes in importance of intuitive eatin...

Catamania 31 - Femininity, Masculinity & How to Talk to Men w. Margarita Nazarenko

11 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A former professional stage actor, Margarita Nazarenko is a thought provoking content creator who unapologetically speaks her mind about all things wo...

Catamania 30 - Motherhood, Entrepreneurship and How to Achieve Mastery w. Sonia Zarbatany

04 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Sonia Zarbatany is an international speaker, life and business coach, corporate consultant, busy mother and wife. Known to fans and friends as “Coac...

Catamania 29 - My Skin Care Tips/Solosode

28 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

So many of you requested this one ♥️ Taking you through my skin care routine and some tips that work for me, especially while travelling. The prod...

Catamania 28 - All About Social Media w. Kelsie Exley

21 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Kelsie Exley is the founder of SociallyKels Agency, a social media content creation and management agency which helps businesses and individuals scale...

Catamania 27 - Podcasting World & How to Get Yourself As a Guest on Podcasts w. Scout Sobel

14 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Scout Sobel is a trailblazer in the media industry for utilizing Podcast Tours™ as a powerful form of PR. She founded Scout's Agency in February of ...

Catamania 26 - Trauma Around Money, Drama Triangle & Victimhood w. Flynn Skidmore

07 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Based in sunny San Diego, Flynn Skidmore is a licensed therapist and coach whose mission is to help people find true fulfillment, satisfaction and hap...

Catamania 25 - Training with an Olympic Athlete, Anastasiia Aslanidi

01 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Anastasiia Aslanidi is a Certified Fitness & Nutrition Coach at a luxury gym in New York City, she is a former professional 400 meter runner repre...

Catamania 24 - Finding Balance, Taking Risks & Moving Overseas w. Erika De Pellegrin

08 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dubai-based Australian lawyer, podcast host, and businesswoman Erika De Pellegrin advocates for maintaining balance and prioritizing life’s non-nego...