The EMPWR Podcast

The EMPWR Podcast

Welcome to THE EMPWR PODCAST— the show where wellness meets real life + confidence becomes your way of being. Hosted by Fitness Entrepreneur, Certified Personal Trainer + Nutritionist, Samantha Christine, each episode is packed with workout tips, nutrition hacks, expert advice + personal stories designed to empower you on your journey to a healthier, happier you. No matter where you’re starting, or how far you’ve come, this is your space for transformation, self love, connection + growth. Whether you’re getting in a sweat, navigating traffic, or unwinding on the couch, tune in + let’s move together— physically, mentally + intentionally— toward your strongest self. Because here, we believe every season of wellness, whether you’re pushing new limits or finding your rhythm, deserves to be empowered.

Episodes

How a 4-Day Wellness Retreat Reset Our Relationship, Mindset & Goals for the Year

March 25, 2026 • 42 mins
In this episode, Sam and Ian sit down to recap their four-day stay at Miraval Resort & Spa in Tucson, Arizona — a luxury, all-inclusive, adults-only wellness retreat that turned out to be way more transformative than they expected. This one is personal, fun, and packed with real talk about relationships, mindfulness, goal-setting, and what happens when you're forced to put your phone in a bag. They kick things off with a 90-day int...
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Running Changed My Life: From Zero Miles to Ultra Marathons | ft. Matt Choi

March 18, 2026 • 73 mins
In this episode, I sit down with Matt Choi: content creator, endurance athlete, and one of the most inspiring voices in the running community. Matt's journey is anything but linear. From playing college football to losing his job during the pandemic, he found running as a form of therapy and self discovery. What started as a casual four mile run turned into marathons, ultramarathons, and a thriving online community built around pus...
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The Hidden Truth About My Gut Health: Why I Cut Out Caffeine & Protein Powder

March 11, 2026 • 45 mins
What if the bloating, stomach pain, and exhaustion you've been dealing with for years weren't just something to manage, but a signal that something deeper was going on? In this episode, I'm getting vulnerable and sharing the full story behind my gut health journey: the decade of symptoms I couldn't explain, the tests I finally took, and the protocol that's changing everything. For years, I dealt with intense bloating, stomach pain,...
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From Viral Recipes to Skincare: How One Woman Built Her Dream Life | ft. Olivia Adriance

March 4, 2026 • 83 mins
What if the fear of not being enough, the pressure to do it all perfectly, were the exact things keeping you from stepping into the version of yourself you're meant to become? In this episode, I sit down with Olivia Adriance: content creator, recipe developer, soon to be cookbook author, and founder of an upcoming beauty brand built on skin nourishing ingredients. Olivia's journey is anything but linear. From working in corporate a...
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Where Your Fear Is, There Your Task Is: Finding Purpose Through Loss | ft. Michael Smoak

February 25, 2026 • 87 mins
What if the fear of being perceived, the pressure to do it all perfectly, and the weight of staying comfortable were the exact things keeping you from stepping into the life you're actually meant to live? In this episode, I sit down with Michael Smoak: content creator, speaker, communication coach, and one of the most authentic voices in the personal development space. Michael's journey is anything but linear: from losing 60 pounds...
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Why Your Cleaning Products Are Making You Sick: The Truth About Toxins | ft. Kelly Love

February 18, 2026 • 59 mins
What if the products you're using to clean your home, wash your clothes, and freshen the air are the very things quietly disrupting your hormones, draining your energy, and keeping you from feeling your best? In this episode, I sit down with one of the co-founders of Branch Basics, a non-toxic cleaning company that's helping families across the country ditch harmful chemicals and create healthier homes. This conversation is eye-ope...
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Wedding Planning & Relationship Real Talk: Valentine’s Q&A with Ian

February 11, 2026 • 42 mins
What if the secret to a lasting relationship isn't perfection, but choosing each other every single day, even when life gets messy, busy, and blended? In this Valentine's Day episode, Ian and I are pulling back the curtain on our relationship: how we keep the spark alive, navigate life as a blended family, handle conflict, blend finances, and stay best friends through it all. We're also giving you a wedding update: From our venue a...
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This Gut Health Truth Is Changing Everything for Women | ft. Tina Anderson

February 4, 2026 • 66 mins
What if the bloating, fatigue, skin issues, and brain fog you've been dealing with aren't separate problems at all, but symptoms of one root cause you've been overlooking? In this episode, I sit down with Tina Anderson, attorney-turned-entrepreneur and co-founder of Just Thrive, a research-based gut health company that's completely disrupting the probiotic industry. Tina spent years in the pharmaceutical world before realizing that...
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Day in the life: How I balance work, fitness and family

January 28, 2026 • 43 mins
What if the secret to feeling more productive, centered, and present isn't doing more, but structuring your day with intention? In this episode, I'm taking you behind the scenes of my full day: from my 5 a.m. wake-up to my nighttime wind-down routine. This isn't a highlight reel. It's the real, unfiltered look at how I balance being a mom, running a business, training for a 70.3, creating content, coaching clients, and showing up f...
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From Blogging to Beauty Empire: How Courtney Shields Built Dibs Beauty

January 21, 2026 • 81 mins
What if the fear of not being enough, the pressure to have it all figured out, and the weight of past trauma were actually the very things keeping you from becoming who you're meant to be? In this episode, I sit down with Courtney Shields: content creator, founder of Dibs Beauty, wife, mom, and one of the most real, grounded voices in the wellness and beauty space. Courtney's journey is anything but linear. From blogging for three ...
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The Truth About Body Recomp: Why You’re Not Seeing Results

January 14, 2026 • 54 mins
What if the number on the scale isn't the real measure of progress, and the fear of getting "bulky" is the exact thing keeping you from the strong, toned body you actually want? In this episode, Ian and I are breaking down everything you need to know about body recomposition: what it actually is, how to do it, and why it's one of the most empowering transformations you can make for your body and your confidence. We answer the most ...
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Bloom Where You’re Planted: A Navy Officer on Pressure & Defying Expectations | ft. Kellie Sbrocchi

January 7, 2026 • 66 mins
What does it take to serve your country, compete in pageants, build a business, and stay true to yourself — all at the same time?In this episode, I sit down with Kellie Sbrocchi — a Naval Academy graduate, active duty HR officer, pageant competitor, speaker, podcaster, and content creator. Kelly is redefining what it means to balance a demanding career while unapologetically chasing your passions. From competing in Miss California ...
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How to Set Goals That Actually Last: Our Blueprint for 2026

December 31, 2025 • 51 mins
The start of a new year often comes with big pressure — big goals, big plans, and big expectations. But how many times have you started strong in January only to feel off track or burned out by February? In this episode, I’m sharing the simple framework my partner and I use to create goals that actually stick. Instead of relying on motivation or unrealistic resolutions, we walk through a sustainable blueprint that turns intention i...
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Redefining 'Bulky': Why Strength Is Beautiful and Strong Creates Confidence | Brooke & Sydney Wells

December 17, 2025 • 50 mins
What if the fear of getting "bulky" is the exact thing keeping you from the strong, toned body you actually want?In this episode, I sit down with two absolute powerhouses — Brooke and Sydney Wells — twin sisters, CrossFit Games athletes, and two of the strongest women I know. Brooke is a 10-time CrossFit Games competitor and entrepreneur, while Sydney is a former D1 track athlete turned elite CrossFit competitor. Together, they're ...
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Why Women Aren’t Eating Enough: The Science Behind Fat Loss, Macros & Metabolism | ft. James Free Jr

December 10, 2025 • 59 mins
What if the reason you’re “doing everything right” and still not seeing results… is because you’re actually eating too little?In today’s episode, I sit down with my longtime coach and friend Jamie Free to unpack the real reasons women struggle with fat loss, strength, energy, and body confidence — and why most diets fail you long before you think you failed them. Jamie has coached everyone from athletes to perimenopausal women to b...
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A Certified Fitness Coach’s Ultimate 2025 Wellness Gift Guide

December 8, 2025 • 30 mins
Every year, the holidays bring the same overwhelm — endless gift guides, flash sales, and a million options that leave you more confused than inspired. Not this year. In this episode, I'm sharing my ultimate 2025 wellness gift guide — curated with intention, quality, and real-life use in mind. These aren't just random products I found online. Every item is something I personally use, love, and have in my home. From the gym girly to...
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Why You’re Always Bloated: The Causes Women Aren’t Told About | ft. Amy Migdalia

December 3, 2025 • 81 mins
I used to think bloating, fatigue, and breakouts were just “normal.” But when Amy explained what was actually happening in my gut—it changed everything. In this episode, functional nutritionist Amy Migdalia shares how she rebuilt her health after surgery wrecked her gut microbiome. From chronic bloating and acne to yeast infections and fatigue, her story proves how deeply gut health impacts every system in the body—and how healing ...
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The Honest Truth About How Tough This Year Really Was

November 26, 2025 • 52 mins
This year stretched me, challenged me, grounded me, and changed me in every way possible — and today, I’m opening up about all of it.  In this cozy, honest, and emotional Thanksgiving-week conversation, Ian and I sit down to reflect on the past year — the hardest moments, the proudest wins, and the lessons that shifted everything for us as individuals, partners, and parents. We talk about the beauty of slowing down, the chaos of mo...
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How to Look Younger Without Overdoing It | ft. Beth Higney

November 19, 2025 • 63 mins
I get asked in my DMs every day about my skin routine, Botox, and filler — so today, I’m breaking it all down with one of my favorite humans, Beth Higney, founder of Complexion and an advanced aesthetic provider I’ve known for over a decade. Beth and I go way back — we met when I was just starting out in the pharmaceutical world, and she’s been guiding me through every stage of my glow-up ever since. In this episode, we pull back ...
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Your Body Keeps Score: How Emotional Pain Becomes Physical Illness | ft. Dr. Josh Axe

November 12, 2025 • 63 mins
I used to think “stress” was just mental — until I learned it’s the root cause of almost every hormonal, digestive, and inflammatory issue we face today. In this conversation with Dr. Josh Axe, we unpack the real reasons your body is breaking down — and how to finally heal it from the inside out. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Josh Axe, one of the world’s leading experts in functional and natural medicine. If you’ve ever loo...
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