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Episode 100: Celebrating a Journey of Inspiring Insights and Life-Changing Quotes

If I had a dollar for every time I thought about or referenced something one of my podcast guests said, I’d be a very rich woman. Over the course of this podcast, I’ve had the privilege of meeting and learning from some truly incredible humans, and today, I’m thrilled to celebrate them by sharing some of my favorite moments and quotes with you.

Buckle up, because this is going to be a fun one! In this special episode, we’ll dive into the heart of our conversations, unpacking some of the most impactful topics and quotes that have stuck with me, and you, over these 100 episodes.

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What to Expect in this Interview

First up, we’ll explore the nuanced world of weight and health with some key quotes from the wonderful Jenn Radke of the Fat Girl Book Club podcast and Marie-Pier from The Balanced Dietitian. Their insights shed light on the importance of understanding the complexities of body weight and health without judgment or oversimplification.

Next, we’ll jump into the complex (and yet also simple) realm of Intuitive Eating. Samantha Barash and Dr. Kim Daniels will share their wisdom, breaking down what Intuitive Eating truly is and what it isn’t. You’ll discover when it works wonders and why it might not be the right approach for everyone.

In the section on challenging the status quo, we’ll hear diverse perspectives on courageously questioning the norms and biases in research. Dr. Michelle Segar, the author of No Sweat and The Joy Choice, will share her process with what it took to share her groundbreaking work that challenged ideas what “counts” for exercise. Then, Dalia Kinsey, the author of Decolonizing Wellness, will shed light on the ways research often overlooks the experiences of marginalized folks, particularly people of color.

My personal favorite topic comes next – navigating the nuance of eating and weight concerns. You won’t want to miss the profound insights shared by my guests on how to approach this field both as individuals and professionals. It’s a transformative section that will enrich your understanding and practice.

We have a star-studded lineup of guests that you’ll get to hear from in this section:

Dr. Jillian Murphy will kick things off, and her interview impacted me so deeply that I’ve already played it twice on the podcast before today.

Shadoe Ball will share her personal story about the challenges of implementing Intuitive Eating, providing a relatable and eye-opening perspective.

Amy Braden opens up about her journey through weight-inclusive care and Intuitive Eating, following her decision to pursue weight loss surgery.

Jessi Holden, MS, RD, will discuss why she advises her Intuitive Eating clients to sometimes unfollow Intuitive Eating social media accounts, sparking an intriguing conversation.

Dr. Yami of The Veggie Doctor Radio will engage in thought-provoking discussions about food addiction, vegan diets, and navigating the worlds of Intuitive Eating/Health at Every Size and Whole Food Plant-Based living.

Dr. Robyn Pashby will share her perspective on the term “obesity” and how it can be used to reduce weight bias, rather than perpetuate it.

Racheal Rickabaugh will take us through her experiences with an obesity medicine doctor, leading to a profound turning point in her health journey.

Last but not least, we’ll hear from Dr. Adia Gooden, who will share insights into achieving unconditional self-worth and navigating the path to personal growth.

This interview is packed with valuable wisdom, so get ready to be inspired and uplifted! Many of these conversations have stuck with me, and I still find myself revisiting them when needed.

So, join me as we celebrate the incredible journey of 100 episodes and the lasting impact these guests have made in the lives of me and countless listeners. This episode is a tribute to their wisdom and courage, and I can’t wait for you to be a part of it.

Tune in to Episode 100 now, and let’s continue this journey of growth and learning together!

Where to Catch Each Clip and Quote!

In this special episode, we cover:

• 13:29-UNPACKING WEIGHT AND HEALTH: With some key quotes from Jenn Radke (of the Fat Girl Book Club podcast) and Marie-Pier (of The Balanced Dietitian)
• 20:50-INTUITIVE EATING: What it is and what it isn’t. When it works and when it doesn’t. And so much more with Samantha Barash and Dr. Kim Daniels
• 26:39-CHALLENGING RESEARCH AND THE STATUS QUO: This section has some diverse perspectives about the courage it takes to challenge the status quo, with a specific focus on research. We first hear from Dr. Michelle Segar (author of No Sweat and The Joy Choice) about her groundbreaking work challenging the rules placed on what “counts” for exercise, and then hear from Dalia Kinsey, author of Decolonizing Wellness about the many ways research misses the mark when it comes to marginalized folks, particularly people of color.
• 39:38-NAVIGATING THE NUANCE OF EATING AND WEIGHT CONCERNS: This is by far my favorite topic, and so many of my guests addressed it so incredibly well. In this section we cover how to navigate the nuance in this field as an individual and a professional. Do not miss it!
• 40:01-We start with Dr. Jillian Murphy whose interviewed impacted me so much I already played it twice.
• 41:32-Next we hear from Shadoe Ball and her personal story about the challenges of implementing Intuitive Eating.
• 46:11-Amy Braden tells her story of trying to navigate the world of weight inclusive care and Intuitive Eating after deciding to pursue weight loss surgery.
• 50:16-Jessi Holden, MS, RD, talks about why she sometimes has her Intuitive Eating clients unfollow Intuitive Eating social media accounts.
• 51:54-Dr. Yami (of Veggie Doctor Radio) covers the controversial topics of food addiction and vegan diets and how she navigates having a food in each world (of Intuitive Eating/Health at Every Size and Whole Food Plant-Based World).
• 59:48-Dr. Robyn Pashby about why she does use the term obesity and how it can reduce weight bias, not increase it.
• 1:01:39-Racheal Rickabaugh on her experience with an obesity medicine doctor and how it started her health journey.
• 1:05:00-DIGGING TO ROOT CAUSES: Finally we hear from Dr. Adia Gooden about unconditional self worth and real talk about how to achieve it. This is one of the many interviews that stuck with me and I still listen to from time to time.

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