On the Worlds, Your Oyster podcast, founder Anastasia Ganias-Gellin joins host Paula Sanders for a heartfelt conversation about heritage, loss, resilience, and building Fancy Peasant into the brand it is today.
From her Greek roots to her unexpected path into entrepreneurship, Anastasia shares the deeply personal story behind Fancy Peasant — including how grieving her father became the catalyst for creating a brand rooted in nourishment, tradition, and beauty.
The episode blends emotion, insight, and practical wisdom, touching on health, motherhood, business, and the power of turning heartache into hope.
In this episode, you’ll learn about:
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How Anastasia’s Greek heritage and family history shaped Fancy Peasant
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The pivotal moments that led her from acting in Los Angeles to entrepreneurship
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How grief inspired the creation of Fancy Peasant
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The health benefits of extra virgin olive oil and its role in the Mediterranean diet
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Balancing motherhood, business, and personal wellness
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Anastasia’s vision for the future and expanding the Fancy Peasant product line
The conversation is warm, honest, and inspiring — filled with laughter, wisdom, and insight for anyone building something meaningful or navigating change.
🎧 Listen to the full episode, Turning Heartache Into Hope, here:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/51mzZvltl9efodKdEj2IP6?si=_nQx8N5MRlKUbEH-vhgj6w&nd=1&dlsi=a5744d818434435c
