Live Purely with Elizabeth

Elizabeth welcomes Jake Cohen, New York Times bestselling cookbook author, recipe developer, and one of the most joyful voices in food today. Jake’s culinary journey began with a love of hospitality that led him from the Culinary Institute of America to restaurant kitchens, food media, and eventually to his bestselling cookbooks Jew-ish, I Could Nosh, and his new book, Dinner Party Animal. In this conversation, Jake and Elizabeth talk about his favorite New York food spots, the lessons he learned working in professional kitchens, and the career pivots that helped him move from restaurants to food media to becoming a celebrated cookbook author. Jake shares how he thinks about ambition, creativity, manifestation, and taking time to recharge after three major book projects. He also opens up about his approach to hosting, why dinner parties do not need to feel stressful, and how food can become the conduit for connection, presence, and joy.

Meet Sabrina Rudin, founder of Spring Cafe Aspen and author of the new cookbook Healthy With a Side of Happy. Raised in a home where food came first, Sabrina grew up with a deep understanding of natural foods, nourishment, and the connection between what we eat and how we feel. In this episode, Sabrina chats with Elizabeth about her early exposure to holistic living, how a season teaching snowboarding in Aspen eventually led her to open Spring Cafe, and what it has taken to build a restaurant that has become a beloved community staple. She also shares the story behind her cookbook, why she believes healthy food should feel abundant and joyful, and how staying connected to your why can open doors you never expected.

This week, Elizabeth sits down with Camilla Marcus, chef, entrepreneur, activist, author, and mom for a conversation about food, leadership, and what it really means to build a life rooted in joy and intention. Drawing from her California roots and deep connection to hospitality, Camilla shares how food became one of her earliest ways of understanding people, culture, and care, and how that perspective eventually shaped everything from her restaurant career to founding west~bourne. They chat about what regenerative agriculture actually means, why it matters for both personal wellness and the future of our food system, and why the most powerful changes often start with small, everyday choices. Camilla explains why flavor is non-negotiable, how soil health impacts nutrient density, and why supporting regenerative farmers is one of the most meaningful things we can do for the planet and our bodies. She also opens up about building a business through the lens of hospitality, checking your ego at the door, and learning to gear your life toward what brings real energy and joy. Camilla also teases a few favorite new recipes from her new cookbook, My Regenerative Kitchen!

This week, Elizabeth sits down with Chelsea Parke Kramer, founder of Parke, the effortlessly cool denim and elevated basics brand you’ve likely seen all over your feed. Chelsea shares how a chance discovery of vintage Levi’s at a Miami farmers market became the spark for Parke, and how reworked men’s jeans grew into a fast-moving, community-driven fashion brand. They dive into what it really looks like to build community both online and in real life, from TikTok storytelling to IRL pop-ups and meetups. Chelsea opens up about trusting your gut as a young founder, growing from a scrappy startup to a 20-person team, and the systems and support that made scaling possible. She also talks about how her background as a college athlete shapes her discipline today, and why movement is a non-negotiable for staying grounded through the highs and lows of entrepreneurship. If you’re building something, or thinking about taking that first scary step, this conversation will leave you feeling inspired and a little braver.

This week, Elizabeth is joined by Danielle Duboise, co-founder of Sakara and one of the most thoughtful voices shaping today’s wellness landscape. Danielle brings a human-centered, emotionally intelligent perspective to food, one rooted in nourishment, not restriction. Danielle shares her personal journey from pre-med studies to discovering food as medicine and building Sakara’s plant-based philosophy around joy, gut health, and cellular nourishment. She and Elizabeth chat about the difference between nutrition and nourishment, the overlooked role of emotional connection and joy in eating, and why focusing on individual nutrients misses the bigger picture. Danielle also reflects on building a mission-driven brand over more than a decade: scaling consciously, staying true to her values, and helping others unlearn shame-based food narratives.

This week, Elizabeth sits down with Brandon Epstein, a high-performance coach and author who works with elite athletes, UFC champions, and founders to unlock flow states and overcome subconscious limitations. In their chat, Brandon shares what happens when outward success no longer brings inner peace, and how the stories we inherit about worth, responsibility, and identity drive anxiety and burnout. Brandon opens up about his own transformation: from college football player to serial entrepreneur, to healer and mindset coach. They talk about the power of visualization, gratitude, and stillness as tools for true transformation, and why self-acceptance, not more hustle, is often the missing piece in unlocking lasting clarity and energy.

Elizabeth welcomes world renowned hormone expert, functional nutritionist and author Alisa Vitti to the show this week. You may already be familiar with Alisa’s MyFlo app, where women can use cycle syncing to balance their hormones and easily track all four phases of their cycle. There, they can choose the movement, foods, and activities that will set them best up for success to work with their body. Alisa shares how she got into biohacking the female body, and healed her own hormonal issues, why knowing your cycle gives you power and freedom, and ways to join her community of thousands of other cycle syncing women. Alisa is also the author of the best selling books WomanCode, and In the Flo: Unlock Your Hormonal Advantage and Revolutionize Your Life.

Elizabeth’s flying solo for this one and sharing the real story behind Purely Elizabeth - the part with no business plan, a muffin mix made in her mom’s kitchen, and a triathlon that unexpectedly changed everything. From stumbling into the wellness world to figuring out CPG on the fly, she walks through the early days of building the brand without a roadmap. You’ll hear the wins, the missteps, and the decisions that could’ve gone either way, plus why staying mission-led (and a little weird) has always been worth it.

This week, Elizabeth welcomes Ariana Ferwerda, CEO and co-founder of Halfdays, the women's outdoor apparel brand that has been shaking up the industry by being approachable, inclusive, and fun. Ariana first talks about meeting her co-founder, Olympic skier Kiley McKinnon, and launching Halfdays in 2020. She shares the lessons she has learned along the way about trusting your gut, leading with vulnerability, embracing personal growth, and finding balance while growing a fast-moving business. Ariana and Elizabeth also remind all leaders that it’s okay to slow down and have fun! Ariana talks about what’s next for Halfdays, how she thinks about legacy, and why the best businesses are the ones that leave room for both meaning and magic.

Connie Zack is the Co-Founder and CEO of Sunlighten, a company rooted in the healing power of infrared light. What started as a personal journey, supporting her brother through chronic fatigue, vertigo, and fibromyalgia, turned into a life mission to make infrared saunas more accessible, effective, and science-backed. In her conversation with Elizabeth, Connie shares how she left a career at Procter & Gamble’s pharmaceutical division to launch Sunlighten with her husband, building a company focused on helping people feel better, heal faster, and live fuller lives. Connie opens up about the early challenges, the technology that sets Sunlighten apart, and how infrared heat can be a game changer when it comes to energy, healing, and personal wellness.

This week, Elizabeth is joined by Dr. Steven Gundry, renowned former cardiothoracic surgeon, New York Times bestselling author, and gut health pioneer. He’s back with his ninth book, The Gut-Brain Paradox, and in this episode, they dive into the surprising connection between your gut microbiome and mental health. Dr. Gundry shares his fascinating journey from top heart surgeon to functional medicine trailblazer and opens up about what inspired his latest research. He and Elizabeth discuss how your gut bacteria may influence not just your digestion, but your cravings, your mood, and even your personality. He also breaks down his favorite foods for supporting a healthy microbiome, his take on fermented foods, and why he says everyone needs a dog.

Elizabeth welcomes Dr. Tyna Moore for a straight-shooting conversation on one of the most talked-about topics in wellness right now: GLP-1s. A naturopathic physician, podcast host, and expert in regenerative medicine, Dr. Moore has been at the forefront of the metabolic health conversation for years, and she’s not afraid to challenge the hype. In their chat, Elizabeth and Dr. Moore get into what GLP-1s actually do in the body beyond weight loss, from regulating blood sugar to calming inflammation and supporting brain health. They unpack the potential of microdosing peptides as a tool, not a quick fix, and talk through the lifestyle habits that make or break your results. They also explore the limitations and risks of using GLP-1s without context, and the role of strength training, sleep, and upping your protein intake in hormone health.

Dianna Cohen is the founder and CEO of Crown Affair, a modern haircare brand turning everyday routines into rituals. With a background in building consumer brands and a lifelong fascination with hair as a reflection of well-being, Dianna launched Crown Affair to fill a gap in the market: clean, effective products rooted in intention, craftsmanship, and care. What started with a viral Google Doc and a single hero brush has grown into a beloved brand known for its timeless tools and thoughtful ethos. In this episode, Elizabeth and Dianna explore the connection between self-care and creativity, how The Artist’s Way continues to shape Dianna’s life and leadership, and why hair hygiene can be a calming daily ritual rather than a chore. Dianna shares the role her mom’s tips played in her early hair journey, the importance of investing in quality tools, and how Crown Affair is designed to support how modern women actually move through the world - with less rush, more intention, and a lot of fun. Use code LIVEPURELY15 for 15% off at crownaffair.com