The Conversations

What happens when the fairytale turns into a survival story? At age 22, Nadine thought she’d found her happily ever after when she married Jordan Belfort—the Wolf of Wall Street. Their life together looked like a dream. But behind closed doors, that glamour quickly gave way to infidelity, narcissistic abuse, and the chaos of addiction.

Imagine receiving a cancer diagnosis and feeling completely alone—unsure where to turn or how to cope. That’s the reality for so many patients and families. Christina Merrill, founder and CEO of the Bone Marrow & Cancer Foundation and creator of the Cancer Buddy App, shares her remarkable journey building a lifeline of hope and support for people facing cancer.

You know that moment when you realize you’ve been silencing your own truth for years? When your efforts to be nice or helpful weren’t kindness but instead survival? There’s a trauma response many of us never learn to name… and even fewer learn to heal. It’s not fight. It’s not flight. It’s not freeze. It’s fawning.

Join us as Dr. Christine Cocchiola—clinician, coach, professor, survivor, and leading expert on coercive control—uncovers the truth about coercive control, the invisible thread that weaves through all forms of abuse, and when children are involved, its impact can last generations.

When was the last time you felt truly seen, heard, and supported in a doctor’s office? For millions of women, the answer isn’t simple.  Reproductive rights advocate and OB-GYN PA-C Nikki Vinckier explores the gaps, biases, and systemic challenges in women’s healthcare.

What if something as simple as your breath could transform your health, calm your mind, and reconnect you to your intuition? In this episode of Inside the Well Space, Céline Antoine sits down with us to discuss how intentional breathwork can reduce anxiety, create clarity, and more.

On this episode, globally renowned activist, author, and journalist Laura Bates unpacks her latest book, The New Age of Sexism: How the AI Revolution is Reinventing Misogyny. From deepfake pornography and sex robots to AI healthcare bias and discriminatory algorithms, she exposes how technology is amplifying old inequalities in disturbing new ways.

What if the aches, leaks, or discomfort you’ve been ignoring are actually your body asking for help? Kate Fishman, is a Senior Physical Therapist at NYPH - joins Cathy O’Brien to explore the often-overlooked world of pelvic floor health. They dive into the prevalence of pelvic floor dysfunction, its symptoms, and why awareness is the first step toward reclaiming your health.

Can something as simple as touch change — even save — a life? Jennifer Cooper Ashton, Clinical Manager for Massage Therapy Services at the Mount Sinai Health System, explores the remarkable physiological and emotional benefits of therapeutic touch.

What if the secret to your physical health and emotional balance wasn’t hidden in the latest wellness trend, but in the energy flowing through you right now? Mare Rubin, a certified yoga and meditation teacher, explores the timeless link between ancient wisdom and modern wellbeing.

What if the secret to your physical health and emotional balance wasn’t hidden in the latest wellness trend, but in the energy flowing through you right now? Mare Rubin, a certified yoga and meditation teacher, explores the timeless link between ancient wisdom and modern wellbeing.

What does it take to break free from your past and rebuild a life on your own terms? At just 26, Jes Chapel is a rising voice at Condé Nast Traveler—but her real story runs much deeper. In this raw and revealing conversation, Jes shares her journey through childhood trauma, the loss of her father, and growing up in unstable, unsafe environments.

Have you ever questioned your reality in a relationship? In this powerful solo episode, host Cathy O’Brien opens up about an issue that affects 1 in 4 reported women: emotional and psychological abuse in relationships.

Did you know 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime? What if treatment could be less invasive, more targeted—and even detect recurrence before symptoms appear? Dr. Rache Simmons, internationally renowned breast cancer surgeon at New York-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell, breaks down the evolving landscape of breast cancer care.

Menopause is the most misunderstood stage of a woman’s life. Dr. Chris Creatura, a board-certified OB/GYN with over three decades of experience, dismantles the myths and misinformation surrounding menopause, perimenopause, and women’s hormonal health.

Are your hormones trying to tell you something—and are you actually listening? Dr. Chiti Parikh, an integrative medicine specialist, returns for a grounded and eye-opening conversation about the real forces driving your hormonal health

What does a “good” divorce really look like—and how do you move forward with clarity and confidence? Renowned family law attorney Lois Liberman shares her empathic, personalized approach to navigating marital transitions—from prenuptial and postnuptial agreements to emotionally and financially complex divorces.

What does true healing from trauma really look like, and how do we reclaim our power in the process? Maggie LaRocca, Executive Director of Exhale to Inhale, joins us for a deeply moving conversation about trauma, healing, and empowerment.

Feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or stuck in stress cycles?  Psychotherapist Molly Morgan, LCSW, explores how stress, trauma, and emotional patterns affect our nervous system—and what we can do to heal.

What if your skin could talk—what would it say about your mental health? Dr. Amy Wechsler, one of the only physicians in the U.S. dual board-certified in both dermatology and psychiatry, based in NYC, unravels the deep, often overlooked relationship between the mind and the skin. 

Is modern medicine missing the mark on women’s longevity—and how can we fix it? Dr. Chiti Parikh, an integrative medicine specialist and Executive Director of Integrative Health and Wellbeing at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell, joins us to explore the four essential pillars of well-being and why preventive health is non-negotiable for long-term vitality.

Are you ignoring the #1 threat to women’s health—even your own? Renowned cardiologist Dr. Holly S. Andersen exposes the hidden crisis of heart disease in women. Despite being the leading cause of death, it’s often overlooked, especially in younger women.

What happens when a woman leaves behind a successful corporate career to heal herself—and ends up building a sanctuary for others? In this deeply personal episode, Cathy O’Brien shares her remarkable transformation from brand executive to wellness leader and founder of The Wellspace for Women.