Real Talk, Whole Life

Be prepared for a little bit of everything in this bonus conversation as Stacy and Daynah cover a lot of cultural ground—from unsettling films and prestige TV to aging, beauty standards, and what women’s bodies are expected to look like in public.

It’s messy, curious, occasionally unhinged, exactly the kind of media conversation we need right now.

To kick off the new year, besties Stacy and Daynah revisit Clash of the Titans — not as nostalgia, but as a cultural artifact. From Medusa’s distorted origin story to the unchecked entitlement of male heroes, we unpack how victim-blaming, punishment, and “boys will be boys” logic are baked into Greek mythology.

What starts as a fun rewatch quickly becomes a reckoning with who gets punished, who gets excused, and why these stories still shape how we understand power today. If you’ve ever loved a movie and later realized it aged… poorly, this one’s for you.

Happy Holidays! It’s the “lost week” (and the last week) of the year and besties Stacy and Daynah finally share their thoughts on The Pitt. Spoiler alert: They agree with most of the internet – it’s good and feels so different from every other medical drama on TV.

From grief, burnout, and moral injury to power, bias, and what good care actually looks like, they explore how the show captures the emotional and systemic realities of healthcare without turning them into spectacle. Along the way, they talk Noah Wyle’s perfectly calibrated performance, the weight of COVID-era tr...

Former space shuttle chief engineer and military veteran Mark Fox joins Stacy to unpack some of the science, skepticism, and lived experience behind energy-based therapies. From cellular voltage and ATP to PTSD studies, EMFs, and the limits of what modern medicine measures well, this conversation explores what we know, what we don’t, and why “relief before reason” matters for people who’ve tried everything else.

It's a curious discussion about healing, belief, evidence, and why the body may be more electrical than we’ve been taught.

Besties Stacy and Daynah dig into whether season 4 of The Morning Show still delivers on its original promise of women-centered power or simply mirrors the same messy systems it once set out to critique. They break down ambition, accountability, and the ways women turn on each other, calling out what felt uncomfortably real, what went under-examined, and why certain storylines landed harder than others.

Along the way, they share their own experiences with getting fired for setting boundaries and navigating midlife reckoning energy, before circling back to Corey discourse, Stella’s reckoning, Alex’s choices, and why “girlbo...

We thought we were done, but Denver said “actually, no.” We go deeper into the Love Is Blind reunion: PTSD vs. ASD discourse, Edmond’s survival patterns, performative apologies, and why Jordan remains the only man we trust. We talk trauma, nervous systems, manipulation as a coping strategy (not a villain origin story), and what reality TV accidentally teaches us about emotional maturity.

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Stacy and Daynah dive deep into Lily Allen’s surprise divorce album, the internet-meltdown question of “Do I Have to Hate David Harbour Now?” and why pop culture feels so personal when the celebrity in question is someone we’ve all invited into our living rooms via Stranger Things. They discuss the album’s storytelling, the public fascination with Harbour’s alleged behavior, and the broader cultural work of women telling the truth about betrayal.

And because they contain multitudes, you'll also find Beyoncé references, dental anxiety, and all the good-bad TV they're watching.

Stacy sits down with licensed depth therapist and author of the new book, The Motherhood Myth, Vanessa Bennett, to unpack why so many women feel overwhelmed, overextended, and exhausted by unseen emotional labor. Through the lens of depth psychology, they explore the “have it all” trap, the inner patriarchy, self-abandonment, inherited power systems, and the cultural scripts still shaping modern motherhood and partnership. From modeling conflict for our kids to untangling the sister wound and reclaiming our needs, this conversation offers clarity, validation, and a grounded path toward finally stepping off the hamster wheel.

Stacy and Daynah break down the most unhinged season of Love Is Blind yet — the Denver edition, where red flags were abundant, boundaries were optional, and somehow everyone thought saying “I love you” was a full relationship strategy. They dig into performative masculinity, alcohol-fueled chaos, cultural clashes, influencer energy, and the couples who somehow fooled us all.

And it wouldn't be two besties if they didn't dig beneath the reality-TV mess to explore how insecurity fuels narcissism, how childhood wounds show up in dating, why some partnerships feel more like unpaid therapy, and what it really takes to cho...

Stacy and Daynah immediately spiral into a conversation that only lifelong best friends (and overthinkers) could have and take listeners on a ride through health, humor, and high-level existential dread.

Their chat about The Long Walk turns into a surprisingly hilarious exploration of why empaths maybe shouldn’t watch dystopian movies without emotional support snacks, how masculinity could use a software update, and why community matters even when humanity is… a lot. Sprinkle in black-hole anxiety, faith detours, wealth cringe, and The Woman in Cabin 10, and you’ve got a classic convo: big feelings, big laughs, and big “w...

Stacy sits down with writer, book doula, and creator Hannah Eko to explore what it really means to be well—beyond productivity, perfection, or hustle culture. Together they unpack the power of creativity as a nervous system regulator, a healing practice, a doorway to community, and a forgotten human birthright.

If you've been craving more meaning, softness, creativity, or connection, this episode is both a permission slip and a gentle nudge: you were made to create, and doing so is part of the art of being well.

Two avid gift givers, Stacy and her behind-the-scenes right hand, Lauren, get real about Stacy’s Gift Well Guide and what gifting even means this year. Instead of endless lists and over-the-top hauls, this episode explores mindful giving, shifting values, and how community, creativity, and intention can make the season meaningful without draining your budget (or your joy). They talk hobbies, local makers, thoughtful experiences, budget-friendly ideas, and the real conversations many of us are having about spending less and connecting more.

Stacy and Matt are back for with something a little different! Get ready for both a history lesson and a relationship lesson all in one as they dive into the curious world of homeopathy. From 18th-century “miracle cures” to modern-day marketing, they trace how a well-meaning idea became a billion-dollar wellness industry. They unpack what belief, placebo, and healthy skepticism really mean in a world that sells certainty.

We’re back with part science chat, part soapbox, and part reality check on what true health looks like. Stacy and returning guest Alicia Stafford get real about the latest wellness buzzwords—compound GLP-1s, peptides, micro-dosing, and “biohacking”—and what’s actually hiding behind the hype. From influencer affiliate links to FDA warning letters, they unpack how diet culture keeps sneaking back under new names. Grab your protein shake, take a deep breath, and maybe put your phone down for this one.

Perimenopause is not a vibe—but feeling strong, calm, and energized is. Stacy talks to women’s health champion and Doctor of Physical Therapy Ember Ingebretson about how protein supports hormones, mood, muscle, and metabolism and why women over 40 need more than they think! This is a no-BS conversation about fueling your body, why protein is more than a fad, how much you really need, and what to look for in a clean, safe protein (including the ones we use and love).

In an always refreshingly honest conversation, Dr. Josh Levitt returns to help Stacy unpack the myths and gray areas of modern wellness—from homeopathy and chiropractic care to viral “doctor” advice on social media. Together, they explore why people cling to certainty, how placebo and energy might be more powerful than we think, and where open-minded skepticism can keep us safe.

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Whether or not you consider yourself a "Swiftie", this bonus episode is full of nuance, wildy different interpretations of the songs on Taylor's new album, plenty of laughs, hot takes, disagreements, and even a sappy tear or two.

Have you ever had one of those conversations that starts so casual and ends up changing how you see everything? Stacy and Daynah talk about creating from a place of joy instead of productivity, learning to reframe overwhelm, and finding meaning in the messy overlap between science and soul. They explore intuition, belief, and the art of holding space for both logic and magic. And then Daynah shares a story so powerful it defies explanation - a real moment of intuition that changed everything she believed about coincidence, timing, and what connects us. By the end, they land on...

The besties are back! Stacy and Daynah sit down to talk about everything from Taylor Swift and patriarchy to ghosts, full moons, and raising spirited kids.

They go deep on what it means to become late-blooming Swifties, why friendship hits different in midlife, and how pop culture shapes the way we think about power, feminism, and parenting. They swap stories about piercings and punishments, debate astrology and intuition, and even make space for UFOs and government secrets (because of course they do).

Be prepared for a whole lot of laughs, deep dives, and side-eyes—basically, th...

What happens when a book about sex work, patriarchy, and motherhood collides with our own messy stories of choice, pregnancy, and parenting? Pure Real Talk and the reality: Motherhood is never simple.

In this episode, Stacy and Daynah dive into *spoiler alert* Margo’s Got Money Trouble and end up everywhere from pottery-as-therapy and day drinking confessions to abortion stigma, single mom survival, and postpartum euphoria (yes, it’s real). They unpack the way beauty is currency, the patriarchy still shapes every decision, and how women just keep holding it all together.

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Lindsay Dahl returns to talk about her newly released book, Cleaning House—a witty, grounded, and practical guide to detoxing your home and your mindset.

We dive into the often-messy intersection of clean living, personal values, and public policy. From bipartisan wins to grassroots grit, Lindsay shares how everyday people can take action, stay hopeful, and find community in the chaos. This is your invitation to let go of perfection, lean into pragmatism, and maybe… still snack on Cheez-Its.

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1:30 – The deeper meaning behind clean living and navigating complexity...

We're kicking off our first-ever book report episode—and yes, we’re calling it that on purpose. Because books have always been part of our whole life. I’m joined by my favorite reading partner: my husband, Matt. Together, we dive into stories that make us laugh, think, and ugly-cry in public.

We talk about what we’re reading (Margot's Got Money Troubles and Atmosphere, spoiler-free, promise). We also chat about how books shape our worldview, challenge our biases, and sometimes leave us sobbing on a treadmill—or doing laundry while quietly falling apart.

Whether you read w...

The tenacious Kelsey Snelling is back to give us the inside scoop on the viral Camp Shame podcast. What started as a documentary project over a decade ago has become a genre-blending podcast that unpacks the rise and fall of Camp Shane, the infamous weight loss camp for kids, many epsiodes in which I'm featured!

Stacy and Kelsey go deep on what it means to tell the truth when shame is baked into the story. We talk about the creative shift from film to podcasting, the surprising reach of Camp Shame, and the vulnerability that surfaces when...

We’re back with science-based naturopathic doctor, Dr. Josh Levitt. No, it doesn’t have to be an oxymoron - he’s a myth-buster extraordinaire and this conversation is all about finding the truth in the mess of modern wellness. From essential oils and detoxes to gallbladder flushes and ear candles, we get into what’s actually helpful, what’s hype, and why so many people get caught in the middle.

Dr. Josh and I talk about the nuance that often gets lost in clickbait culture — how real healing usually lives in the gray space between conventional and natural...

Author, entrepreneur, mom, previous guest, and good friend Jennifer Robins built a wellness brand while her health was quietly wrecking her life. And no, just trying harder didn’t fix it.

In this episode, Jen gets real about what it’s like to share publicly while barely holding it together behind the scenes. We talk about chronic illness, medical gaslighting, the pressure to “stay on brand” when your body is screaming for help, and the full-body burnout that finally made her say: “I’m done.” And how she’s doing now, after it all.

It’s about deciding y...

What happens when you start off talking about bad TV and end up unpacking the moment you left your PhD program to raise your sisters after your mom died? In this episode, Stacy and Daynah take the scenic route—from media criticism to the motherhood nobody plans for, plus body politics, feminist memes, and why gratitude (ugh, fine) actually works. There’s a dog named Manly, a shoutout to a very meaningful pile of office poop, and a whole lot of “this should be a book” energy.

It’s cozy chaos meets big clarity—just the way we like it.<...

What happens when your best friend of 22 years is a feminist pop culture critic who left social media—and you decide to give her a microphone? Pure magic. In this episode, Stacy sits down with her longtime bestie Daynah Burnett to get real about everything from TikTok slang confusion and “Love is Blind” hot takes to why reality TV might be secretly good for your emotional intelligence.

They unpack the state of media, generational drama (yes, your mom did mess up your bangs and your boundaries), emotional intelligence on screen, and why Pedro Pascal is everyone’s daddy. I...

What if the most toxic thing in your home isn’t a chemical—but a mindset?

Clean living advocate and first-time author Lindsay Dahl returns to unpack the nuanced middle ground of wellness, environmental health, and personal agency. Together, we explore the emotional toll of trying to “do it all right,” the dangers of black-and-white thinking in the age of social media, and why real change takes both individual action and systemic accountability.

We talk spatulas and seed oils, fast fashion and flame retardants, fear and freedom—and why being a pragmatist in today’s digital land...

What if you could ditch diet culture and feel amazing in your body? In this episode, Stacy talks with the ever-wise Alicia Stafford—aka the queen of “your way” weight loss—for a conversation that’s as real as it gets. Together, they talk about the messy middle of healing from disordered eating, making peace with food (yes, even dessert!), and finding a path to wellness that actually feels good.

We’re talking orthorexia, intuitive eating, body trust, and how to let go of the toxic rules we’ve been taught to follow. This one’s part truth-telling, p...

Ever feel like you're trying to hold it all together while the internet yells at you about seed oils? Same.

In this episode, Stacy and Sarah are back together—real talk style—to unpack what happens when you're burned out on busting myths and crave more meaning. From internet trolls to emotional spoons, from doomscrolling to baby goats, we cover the full spectrum of what it looks like to live in the chaos and still make space for joy.

We talk about the shift from fighting diet culture head-on to reclaiming creativity, community, and calm. Whet...

Friends! It's been a while. Almost 7 months, actually. Find out how we got here in this short introduction.

Ready to binge the first official drop of Stacy's new podcast Recommened listening order (but you do you!):

Real Talk, Whole Life is hosted by Stacy Toth, bestselling diet culture author turned anti-diet health at any size educator. Her goal is to create a safe space...

Join Stacy in saying farewell to this chapter of the show, reminiscing about the last 12 years of weekly podcasting and the last 145 episodes of Season 3, when Stacy went solo! It's been a journey of deep dives, some tough conversations, and discovering new ways to be our best selves - inside and out!

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One of the very first guests to appear on the original version of this show, author and a pioneer of the ancestral movement, Mark Sisson, joins Stacy to get real about the benefits of walking, small businesses going big, his own health evolution, and what it's like working with family. 

Pre-order Mark's newest book, Born to Walk: The Broken Promises of the Running Boom, and How to Slow Down and Get Healthy—One Step at a Time, available January 7, 2025!

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Ann Russo is a licensed therapist and advocate, passionate about understanding the intersections of mental health, sexuality, and spirituality. Ann and Stacy discuss the mental, emotional, and physical ramifications of interventions like conversion therapy and gender affirming care, why leading with love matters, and why our society is only as good as our most marginalized.

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British lifestyle journalist and author Ruby Warrington joins us to discuss two topics that are not only personal to her, but she has also written about: Choosing to be childless and exploring sobriety. Ruby and Stacy have a vulnerable conversation about what family means, what privilege looks like when making a choice outside of the societal norm and why leading with a question rather than an opinion can allow for deeper conversations about these topics.

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Stacy drops in with a big announcement! She has always loved thinking deeper on popular fads and in her upcoming Is It Real podcast, Stacy will have a series of shows dedicated to one topic. Each will be a deep dive into the facts and truth behind something, as well as the misinformation.

She'll bring you along as she researches topics like, why people think they need coffee enemas or chia seed water when they wake up; how new administration policies and recommendations could help or hurt health protective regulations; if conspiracy theories have...

Chef and author Phoebe Lapine joins Stacy to discuss navigating wellness without falling into diet culture. As a culinary expert, Phoebe highlights how to enhance meals with delicious, nutrient-packed ingredients and why breakfast truly matters. Together, they delve into autoimmune disorders, elimination diets, and balancing short-term therapeutic approaches with long-term health goals.

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Author and rheumatologist Geeta “Dr. G” Nayyar, MD, MBA, joins Stacy to warn of the impacts of misinformation and disinformation on our health and well-being, why personalized care matters, and what the modern day “stranger danger” conversation looks like in the age of social media.

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Epidemiologist, science author, and co-founder of the nutrition service Zoe, Dr. Tim Spector joins Stacy to share the importance of getting back to the basics of eating a diverse diet and why that means getting more stuff on our plate, not less! Dr. Spector talks about how why this is beneficial to our microbiome and overall health, and will also increase our fiber intake and help get our microbes out of retirement.

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Functional Medicine Practitioner and Doctor of Chiropractic Dr. Christine Smith joins Stacy to get nerdy about amino acids, help us understand what “listening to your body” can actually look like, and why it may be important to change how your nervous system communicates with your body.

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Health Coach Jenn Trepeck prides herself on “wellness without the weirdness” and joins Stacy to dive into why perfection and extremes don't serve us, how accountability can be a key to willpower, and why the tools that help us today may not be the same ones that help us tomorrow.

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Licensed Pharmacist and Healthcare Advocate Patrick Alonso joins Stacy to talk about getting off the “medication hamster wheel” that often happens as we get older. He has a passion for working with patients to make long-term lifestyle changes, using medication as a tool, and empowering us all to understand why we are taking the pharmaceuticals and supplements in our current regimen.

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We're bringing you a replay of one of our most popular episodes. Learn all about protein and optimizing muscle through food and movement with medical practitioner, author, and founder of The Institute for Muscle-Centric Medicine, Dr. Gabrielle Lyon. Since this episode aired just over a year ago, we get an update from Stacy on how including more protein into her diet has affected her body and mind!

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Raise your hand if you've ever misjudged or missed the mark on something or someone? Nutritionist Michael Biamonte joins for a brief conversation about Candida yeast overgrowth and then Stacy gives us a rundown on fungal infections, parasites, and the range of protocols often used in treating these. And while this conversation didn't go quite as expected, there's plenty to take away about setting boundaries, exploring the nuance in controversial topics, and why science and research matters.

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Mindfulness trainer and breathwork practitioner Kurtis Lee Thomas joins Stacy to talk about the impact stress has on our health and well-being, how curiosity is consciousness at work, and why one of the most impactful things we can do for ourselves is literally right under our noses!

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On this bonus episode, the 10th person to walk around the world, Tom Turcich, joins Stacy to tell us why and how he and his pup, Savannah, took on this 7-year adventure. Tom shares his reflections, lessons learned, and the kindness of humanity he discovered along the way.

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OB/GYN Dr. Liz Lyster joins Stacy to educate us about the role of hormones in aging and menopause, why we all may be experiencing "bursts" of aging in our mid-40s and early 60s, and why women must continue to advocate for themselves during these changes.

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On this special episode, listeners get to hear a behind the scenes training session with podcast veteran Lindsay Dahl about the safety and efficacy standards in the supplement world and what questions we are all encouraged to ask. Stacy also gives us the lowdown on what California’s Proposition 65 is all about and how can be and is being used by companies, consumers, and advocacy groups.

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Naturopathic clinician, author, and entrepreneur Dr. John Neustadt joins Stacy to share his experiences of working with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to find alternative treatments for cancer patients. Dr. Neustadt shares the friction points he’s experienced working within a bureaucracy, the mindset of traditional medical doctors, and the disincentives of funding these trials.

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Author and long-time activist David Steinman joins Stacy to educate us about the intersection of environment and health and help us discover the hidden toxins in our lives. Stacy and David tackle air and water quality concerns, to making the best choices we can, and why we must be the change and example for our children and generations to come.

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Licensed Clinical Social Worker Jennie Ketcham Crooks joins Stacy to discuss digital overconsumption and habits in the age of our “shiny rectangles”. Jennie talks us through coming off of autopilot, parenting in the digital age, and managing emotions and meaningful interactions for healthier relationships with others and ourselves.

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There is nothing like learning and growing with friends! Dr. Sarah Ballantyne, PhD is back to help Stacy tackle all the myths about seed oils and Omega 6 fatty acids. They share the science on how these oils are actually good for us, why context matters, and call out that fear-mongering language that wellness communities cling to.

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Another school year is upon us! Clinical Psychologist Dr. Hayley Watson, PhD joins Stacy to provide parents and educators with tools to be vulnerable with the young people in their lives in order to create the space for them to share honestly and empower them to trust themselves and learn agency. Dr. Watson reminds us that listening goes a long way and also gives us practical responses for some common situations kids may come to us with.

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Endodontist Dr. Sonia Chopra joins Stacy to share her passion as a self-proclaimed “tooth saver” and why it's vital to value our teeth as much as we do the rest of our body. Dr. Chopra breaks down the anatomy of a tooth, modern advancements in endodontics and performing root canals, and why finding compassionate care is important.

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Microbiome researcher and co-founder of Phyla, Yug Varma, PhD joins Stacy to educate us about the microbiomes that live in and on us, the importance of keeping those habitats in balance, and the big role hydration, inside and out, plays in maintaining our skin health.

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Psychophysiologic Disorders Association (PPDA) president Dr. David Clarke, MD, talks to Stacy about why your pain may really be “all in your head” and causing very real symptoms. Dr. Clarke has worked with thousands of chronically ill patients who did not find answers through diagnostic testing. They dive into pain-relief psychology, the physical differences of someone’s brain who has a PPD, and why the term “psychosomatic” gets a bad rap.

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Registered dietitian nutritionist and certified Body Trust provider Aaron Flores shares with Stacy his Health at Every Size approach to helping individuals, especially men and boys, unlearn society’s obsession with weight and the influence of diet culture. Aaron tells us how he creates and fosters a healing environment for his clients by making space for grief, asking hard questions, and helping them find a kinder and more compassionate relationship with food and their bodies.

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The Conscious Oncologist Dr. Katie Deming joins Stacy to talk about how to best support our bodies before and after modern cancer treatments like chemotherapy and radiation, which increases toxicity and lowers immune function. Dr. Deming’s experience and advice can be applied to all of us to help reclaim our power over our health and remember our innate capacity to heal.

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Divorce and family law attorney for almost 25 years, Dennis Vetrano brings his experience working with clients to share why keeping the big picture in mind, knowing ourselves, and caring for our mental and emotional health are the most important things in living a fulfilling life on the other side of divorce. Stacy talks us through some of the impact that divorce can have on our health, and we’re assured that not every relationship that has problems needs to lead to a divorce.

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Psychiatrist and co-founder of the Healthy Gamer, Dr. Alok Kanojia, or “Dr. K”, joins Stacy to discuss why healthy use of technology has become harder, why parenting skills of the past don’t translate into the modern day, and ways to have encouraging and inquisitive conversations with our kids. Dr. K shares alarming statistics about gaming and gaming addiction in men and boys, and explains the allure of toxic masculinity proponents as sources of emotional validation.

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In honor of LGBTQ+ Pride month, Stacy welcomes author and advocate, Jamie Bruesehoff for an emotional episode about raising transgender children. Their story is one of educating both themselves and others, navigating their family’s life in the public eye, the truth around gender-affirming care, and showing the world what transgender joy can look like.

Jamie’s book Raising Kids Beyond the Binary is a toolkit for families like theirs, helping parents navigate the emotional, spiritual, and logistical landscape of raising a gender-diverse child.

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Chief Health Officer for RVO Health Dr. Jenny Yu is back to talk with Stacy about PFAS or “forever chemicals” in our water and the bold new limits the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has set, some of the most health protective limits in the world. Dr. Yu and Stacy break down what the regulation is, why it matters, and how it affects all of us.

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Pediatric Dermatologist Dr. Sheliah Maguiness joins Stacy to share tips on starting conversations about hygiene with teens and tweens. Dr. Maguiness strives to find ways that feel less embarrassing and more encouraging to help kids take on the personal self-care that will set them up for a lifetime of healthier skin.

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Siblings and co-authors, Comedian Ian Karmel and Psychologist Dr. Alisa Karmel, join Stacy to share what led them to write their memoir, T-SHIRT SWIM CLUB: Stories From Being Fat in a World of Thin People.

Through a balance of Ian’s comedic reflection and earnest unpacking of his own struggles with growing up fat, along with Alisa’s own experiences with fad diets and her clinical knowledge as a psychologist and nutritionist, we are invited to be kinder to ourselves and own our space unapologetically at any size.

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Clinician, researcher, and artist Dr. Elizabeth Letchford, PhD joins Stacy to discuss health and movement through the lens of emotional wellness. Dr. Liz wants to help us find joy and connections to our whole selves through modalities that address and navigate the landscape of our body, mind, and emotions at the same time.

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Psychologists and spouses Drs. Ayla and David Sitt join Stacy to discuss navigating relationships and wellness through ADHD and beyond. By using different therapies like Cognitive & Dialectical behavioral therapies, focusing on mindset, and through a lot of practice and patience, not only do they believe in what I do, they use the tools they teach. Dr. Ayla Sitt brings her experience in women’s mental health to help us understand the oft misdiagnosed symptoms of ADHD in women.

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Ayurvedic Wellness Practitioner Jeannine Rashidi joins Stacy to discuss finding our own abundance mindset through a trauma-informed care lens. Jeannine explains the way trauma is activated in our different senses and ways to find hope, reclaim the parts of ourselves lost in trauma, and how to go from surviving to thriving. Stacy shares what inspired this conversation and her exciting new endeavor.

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Certified Holistic Health Coach Hannah Aylward joins Stacy to talk more about eating and digesting well, finding root causes to issues like IBS, and she reminds us that feeling bloated all of the time is not normal! Hannah explains why our bodies need to feel safe in order to heal and practical and sustainable ways to start that process.

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Children’s book author and coach Lori Sugarman-Li and Stacy discuss the invisible labor and mental and emotional load of running a household and family that often falls on women and mothers. Lori’s strategy relies on making the division of labor a family affair, determining priorities together, and ensuring everyone also has an equal amount of rest and time for things that bring them joy.

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Sola Mahfouz and Malaina Kapoor join Stacy to discuss their new book, Defiant Dreams, which shares Sola’s journey from Afghan refugee to quantum information researcher at a highly regarded education institution in the US. They share how education can be used as a weapon of resistance and liberation and the great power of stories and awareness for us all.

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Pediatrician and advocate Dr. Amani Ballour joins Stacy to share about her life growing up in Syria, fighting her own revolution, and the lessons of overcoming the odds in a war-torn country. Her story has been shared in both the award-winning documentary and newest memoir, The Cave, where she became the first and only woman to manage a hospital in Syria. Dr. Ballour’s experiences underscore the critical issues faced by civilians in war zones and she and Stacy discuss what we as individuals can do to make an impact for similar global issues.

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As a bonus follow-up to Episode 109, Aging Well(ness): Regenerative Medicine, Stacy shares what's she's learned about NAD+, an essential coenzyme found in all living cells, and why the FDA issued a stop-sell on dietary supplement boosters containing NMN. Stacy walks through her process in considering supplements in her own life.

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Co-founder of Rocky Mountain Regenerative Medicine, Dr. Khoshal Latifzai talks to Stacy about empowering one’s own biology to heal itself through the scope of regenerative medicine. Dr. Latifzai stresses a wholistic approach to longevity, aging well, and living a full and capable life.

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Ayurvedic expert and author Dr. Shivani Gupta talks to Stacy about fusing Eastern and Western practices to help bridge the gap between our hectic modern lives and applications of conscious living. Dr. Shivani gives us a crash course in Ayurveda and the ways we can all use these ancient practices to take better care of our body, mind, and spirit.

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Doula and founder of Bebo Mia, Bianca Sprague, and Stacy have a conversation about the role of doulas in the birthing experience, the mental wellness of everyone involved, and equitable access to perinatal care. It's because of traumatic birth stories like Stacy's that Bianca strives to provide emotional, physical, and informational care and bring back autonomy to make sure people feel empowered in their birth, whatever that looks like.

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In this special bonus episode, multi-disciplinary artist Murray Hidary introduces Stacy to his immersive musical meditation experience, MindTravel, which creates space and permission to feel, connect and explore. Prepare to relax, listen, and open yourself and your mind.

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Hormone Dietician Kate Morton talks to Stacy about the “seasons” of the menstrual cycle, the nutrients that can help support hormones, and all things menstrual care, inside and out.

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Dr. Alan Lindemann and Diane Haugen join us with insights from rural American in navigating our healthcare system. Dr. Lindemann and Diane have been long-time advocates for consumer action for quality healthcare, exposing the burden of insurance companies, and are passionate about the relationship between direct primary care physicians and patients.

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Dr. Sarah Ballantyne joins to share her journey since Episode 500. Stacy and Sarah share their shifts in food and nutrition philosophies, updates on how to view new science, mental health, parenting, and beyond! Spoiler Alert: Sarah’s still doing her 4-mile dog hikes in the morning!

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Body image coaches Danni Adams and Summer Innanen talk to Stacy about why a social justice lens and intersectionality cannot be separated from the concept of body image in world where beauty standards are all rooted in systems of oppression. Danni and Summer share their own experiences of beauty, why practicing community care is also self-care, and give us plenty of resources to get started on our own journey.

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A driving force in women's health policy and research for over 25 years, Phyllis Greenberger, MSW joins Stacy to share about her incredible work, discuss women in clinical trials, and give us a sneak peak about her new book focused on getting the scientific and medical world to recognize that women are unique.

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Plastic in our water?! Dr. Jenny Yu of Healthline joins Stacy on this bonus episode to breakdown the latest research that has come out about micro- and nano plastics found in our water and beyond. Dr. Yu explains what we do and don’t know, why this information matters, and what we can do to feel empowered in the decisions we make about our personal care.

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Veteran, podcast host, and author John Miles joins Stacy to talk about imagining our own futures and taking action to get there, and changing the narrative of “failure” through cognitive restructuring. John shares stories from his new book that contributed to his 12 principles of mindset and behavior shifts to help us all unlock our purpose and ignite our most intentional life.

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On this special bonus episode to close out this month of (self) love, author Nataly Kogan talks to Stacy about tapping into your happier self, working out our emotional fitness skills, and creating a daily practice of self-compassion, gratitude, and acceptance.

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Retired OB/GYN and author Dr. Bill Rawls joins Stacy to explain why staying healthy at the most basic level, our cells, benefits our overall health, immunity, and hormones. We also dive into the what, how, and why of each phase of the menstrual cycle and the roles of estrogen and progesterone during this complex process.

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On this very special and celebratory 100th episode of Season 3 of The Whole View, Stacy’s husband, Matt McCarry, takes over as host! He talks to Stacy about her 12-year podcasting career, lessons learned in interviewing, highlights of the show, and what success looks like for her.

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With over 46 years of experience in the medical field, Nephrologist Dr. Paul Kimmel joins Stacy to share a remarkable account of the kidney and the scientific, medical, and health evolution tied to our understanding of it. You're guaranteed to walk away with a better understanding of this important organ’s function as well as the history of dialysis and transplantation in the United States.

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Registered Dietician Kathleen Meehan joins me again for a conversation about the hot (and controversial) topic of semaglutide weight loss medications you know as Ozempic, Wegovy, and Rybelsus. We dive into the science of glucose, the often overlooked side effects and risks of these drugs, and the bombardment of marketing at every turn.

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Former athlete turned therapist and author, Hazel Gale, shares their experience with burnout, an ADHD diagnosis, and learning from self-sabotage. Stacy and Hazel discuss identifying your monsters within and finding self-compassion through the process.

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Mind-Body Coach Brandy Gillmore joins Stacy to dive deep into the power and science of placebos, "alternative" therapies, recognizing the patterns in our brains, and the incredible healing power of the human mind.

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Sometimes an episode doesn’t turn out the way we anticipate it will, and this one is full of lessons for all of us! Firstly, we dive into the decades of work and research of the probiotic strain, Lactobacillus Acidophilus with Founder of Natren Probiotics, Natasha Trenev. Stacy then takes us through the research of spore-based probiotics! As an unexpected bonus, we get a life lesson on how to respond with a boundary when you find yourself in a conversation you no longer want to engage.

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In this bonus episode, author and empathy activist Rob Volpe joins Stacy to give us insight into why there is a crisis of compassion, the first steps in becoming more empathetic, and how curiosity may save us all.

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Epigenetics coach Becca Roses is back to talk to Stacy about how states of fear and stress resilience can be inflicted in future generations through gene expression in our DNA and why setting out to break the cycles that came before us are more important than ever before.

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Stacy welcomes licensed clinical psychologist and author Dr. David Sitt to share his story of being diagnosed with ADHD as an adult, why emotional management can be just as important as managing daily tasks, and a newer phenomenon of distraction that he calls “techno-ADD”. Dr. Sitt also shares practical and empowering tips that have helped him and his clients bring clarity to the chaos.

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It’s that time of year when everyone is talking about the best way to make and keep New Year’s resolutions; but what if the answer is not making them at all? Holistic Health Practitioner Tiffany Cagwin joins Stacy to chat about finding simple wins, demystifying hypnotherapy, and why “one step at a time” is often the fastest way to reaching your goals.

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Stacy talks to personal development coach Amanda Kuda who shares tools and encouragement to examine the role of alcohol in our lives. With the end of the year approaching, many of us are thinking about our goals for the next year, and, the fact is, you don’t need to have a drinking problem for alcohol to be holding you back! Whether you’re looking to give “Dry January” a try or are ready to fully commit to an alcohol-free life, this episode brings a compassionate and real look at how sobriety can benefit everyone.

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Extra! Extra! Hear all about it! Stacy explains the what, why, and how of the Berkey lawsuit against the EPA after the water filter maker was issued a stop-sale order. Stacy uses her 20 years in federal regulation and contract law plus a decade of researching toxicity in health and wellness to bring you this special bonus episode.

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The holidays can be an especially difficult time in dealing with grief. CEO of Grief Coach Academy Audrey White and Stacy explore the concept of loss and how to redefine our truth to release the past and reimagine the future.

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Innovator David Hurwitt knows that for those who want to go to college, the search and admissions process can be overwhelming for both students and parents! Stacy and David share about their own college experiences, and we learn about how the AI-powered platform, Troove is helping students find better fits for their next steps based on the real experiences of recent alumni and current higher education students.

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It's time for a podcast swap! Monica Packer of About Progress joins Stacy to talk all about overcoming overwhelm. Monica tackles some practical tips and helps us figure out what really matters, what we can simplify, and what we can just let go. Hear the rest of the conversation over on Monica's podcast where Stacy helps us mentally cope with burnout and overwhelm.

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