Alejandro Bataller is the Vice President of AB Living and the SHA Wellness Clinic, one of the best wellness clinics in the world. Since its founding, SHA has led the way in innovative, holistic health. The clinic has won numerous awards, including being named “World´s Best Wellness Clinic” from World Spa Awards and “Best Medical Spa International” from Conde Nast Traveller and Tatler. Born in Argentina with Spanish-Italian roots, Alejandro has led a fascinating life in international business. He’s been awarded the “Entrepreneur of the Year” award from Gentleman magazine, as well as the “Young Entrepreneur of the Year” Award from the Spanish Association of Young Entrepreneurs. He joins Melissa to explore the story of the SHA Wellness Clinic, a deeply personal journey tied to his father’s cancer diagnosis. They explore the limitless possibilities of living and maintaining optimal health, and the cutting-edge medical and natural therapies shaping SHA’s future. Alejandro reveals why SHA stands apart in the oversaturated wellness space — and why the world of wellness is here to stay. Plus, don’t miss exciting updates about the company’s second location in Mexico that opened last year.

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Louise Leakey is a third-generation paleoanthropologist and National Geographic Explorer who has spent much of her life searching for humanity's origins in Kenya. Growing up in East Africa, her family has contributed enormously to understanding our African origins through their work in both Kenya and Tanzania. Louise earned her PhD in Biology from the University College London and is an anthropology research professor at the State University of New York at Stony Brook and a research associate at the National Museum of Kenya. She directs the palaeoanthropological expeditions of the Koobi Fora Research Project, and her team’s discoveries have changed our understanding of the diversity in the hominin fossil record. Louise joins Melissa to explore why she studies the past—and what it tells us about our future. She shares stories of growing up in the field surrounded by scientists and researchers (she was actually the youngest person to discover a hominid fossil at the age of five). She also reveals some of her most exciting fossil finds, the importance of the Nairobi National Museum, stories from the field (including jackals stealing her shoes), why it's essential to safeguard scientific collections and her hopes for the human species.

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Located along California’s Highway 1 on the cliffs of Big Sur lies Post Ranch Inn, one of the most extraordinary eco-hotels in the world. Surrounded by sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Lucia mountains, it’s a sanctuary for the soul—an ideal place for relaxation, rejuvenation or romance. Mike Freed, the co-founder of the legendary property, joins Melissa to explore the story behind the nature-inspired hotel, which was originally a cattle ranch and multi-generation homestead. Mike is a leader in sustainability; he co-chairs the Visit California Luxury Initiative and the Task Force for Sustainable Tourism. He’s also a founding member of the nonprofit Regenerative California, which aims to make California the world’s first regenerative economy, as well as Beyond Green, a diverse portfolio of hotels and lodges that meet globally recognized sustainable tourism standards and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Mike shares how he applies community, culture and nature to every decision and the ways he’s woven sustainability into the guest experience. He also explores the power of tourism, the impact of social media, the evolving idea of luxury and his insider tips for making the most of a visit to Big Sur. Plus — don’t miss his Big Sur book and movie recommendations before your next trip.

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