Explore every episode of the podcast Millennial Body Image Project
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| Favorite Books of 2026 (so far!) | 10 Jun 2026 | 01:08:26 | |
Welcome to our semi-annual best books episode! We're talking about the best of the best (so far) for this year, and hope to give you lots of fun reading recommendations for the summer. Kara and I share 5 of our top favorites from 2026 so far. We'd love to hear from you - what have your favorite reads been so far this year? A few of the recommendation categories you'll hear in this episode:
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| GLP-1s, Devil Wears Prada 2, and Why We're All Still Struggling With Body Image, with Caitie Corradino | 27 May 2026 | 00:49:32 | |
It's a new era for diet culture, and body image is TOUGH right now. What do you do when it feels like all your friends are on a diet, a GLP-1, or talking about it?? In this episode, I sat down with Caitie Corradino — registered dietitian nutritionist, breathwork facilitator, yoga teacher, fitness instructor, and body image specialist — for a conversation about the pressure so many of us feel to look a certain way, and what we can actually do about it. Plus, the absolute insanity of hollywood and beauty standards, and how no one can escape the mindf*** of GLP-1's. Grab your free non-diet Gut Health Audit here! - https://bit.ly/3RVZfLT We unpack:
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| The Tallest Dwarf: Redefining Body Image and Belonging with Julie Forrest Wyman | 13 May 2026 | 00:50:01 | |
What happens to your body image when you live in a body the world labels as "different"—and how does finding the right community change everything? In this episode, I'm talking with filmmaker Julie Forrest Wyman about body image, identity, and what it actually means to belong in your body. Through her film The Tallest Dwarf, Julie shares her experience navigating multiple identities—including dwarfism, queerness, and the fat positivity space—and how those intersections shape body image and belonging. We dig into the blind spots in mainstream body positivity, why representation alone isn't enough, and how community can fundamentally shift your relationship with your body. We also talk about what real inclusivity looks like in practice—not just in theory. Watch the film The Tallest Dwarf for free on Youtube thru July 4th, and then on the PBS app after! Resources mentioned:
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| The Functional Medicine to Disordered Eating Pipeline | 29 Apr 2026 | 00:42:57 | |
How elimination diets, gut health protocols, and functional medicine can lead to food stress and disordered eating patterns If you've ever felt dismissed, turned to food to find answers, and ended up more overwhelmed than before—you're not alone. We're diving into the functional medicine pipeline and the fine line between supportive healing and harmful restriction. This episode offers a more compassionate, sustainable lens on navigating chronic symptoms. Find your host: Related Episodes:
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| GLP-1's, Food Noise, and Your Relationship with Food, with Jessica Brown | 15 Apr 2026 | 00:48:18 | |
A compassionate, real-talk look at how GLP-1 medications impact appetite, food noise, nutrition, and your relationship with food. In this episode, I'm joined by Jessica Brown—clinical nutritionist, self-compassion teacher, and author of Beyond the Shot—to explore GLP-1 medications and the deeper work of healing your relationship with food. We discuss what these medications can (and can't) do, key nutrient deficiencies to watch for, and their potential role in chronic and inflammatory conditions. We also talk about how to use the "space" GLP-1s can create to build self-awareness, challenge food rules, and shift long-standing beliefs about food and body. Disclaimer: This episode includes general discussion of weight and GLP-1 medications, so if that's in any way triggering for you, I suggest you skip this episode. None of this is medical advice—my goal is to provide balanced, evidence-based information so you can make informed decisions with your healthcare team. Find our guest:
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| ADHD, Burnout & People Pleasing: The Hidden Struggles Women Face with Liz Lewis | 01 Apr 2026 | 00:44:20 | |
Ever feel like you're doing everything "right"… but still completely burned out? It might not be you—it might be ADHD. In this episode, Dana sits down with Liz Lewis to talk about the real experience of ADHD in women—think chronic burnout, people pleasing, and masking so well no one (including you) saw it coming. They dig into why so many women are getting diagnosed later in life, how societal pressure to "hold it all together" plays a role, and why productivity hacks aren't the solution. This is a conversation about unlearning, self-trust, and finally understanding your brain in a way that actually helps. Find Liz!
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| IBS, Gut Health & Disordered Eating: Breaking the Cycle of Food Fear with Samina Qureshi | 18 Mar 2026 | 00:46:36 | |
When gut health advice starts to feel like a list of foods you can't eat, it might be making your IBS—and your relationship with food—worse. IBS, gut health issues, and food fear often get tangled together—and untangling them isn't as simple as cutting out more foods. In this episode, I'm joined by GI dietitian Samina Qureshi to talk about the very real overlap between IBS and disordered eating—and why more restriction isn't always the answer. We get into how long-term low FODMAP, expensive functional testing, and supplement-heavy protocols can sometimes backfire, making symptoms (and anxiety around food) worse—not better. You'll also walk away with practical strategies for constipation, bloating, and those tough body image days. Plus: we're myth-busting bread, white rice, and cultural foods—and calling out the kind of "gut health advice" that might be doing more harm than good. Find our guest:
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| What to Wear When Your Body Changes: reclaiming personal style in eating disorder recovery with Nicole Garfunkel | 25 Feb 2026 | 00:41:20 | |
What do you wear when your body changes? In this episode, personal stylist Nicole Garfunkel joins us to talk about reclaiming personal style during eating disorder recovery—without body shame or size rules. Nicole shares her own journey with body image and PCOS, the powerful parallels between food and fashion, and how clothes can either reinforce body shame or support healing. We discuss her trauma-informed approach to closet clearing, why keeping clothes that no longer fit can be emotionally harmful, and how to build a wardrobe that works for your body right now. Listen in for practical, body-neutral tips for navigating shopping, experimenting with personal style, and reclaiming confidence without chasing trends or sizes. Find Nicole:
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| Sturdy girl season: body image, strength, and non-diet nutrition with Maria Terry | 11 Feb 2026 | 00:42:24 | |
Dietitian Maria Terry is back — and we're talking about how to have a "sturdy girl season" for body image, resilience, strength and nutrition. From navigating body image in a post-Ozempic world, to embracing strength and self-trust over aesthetics, we dig into grief, aging, and the messy middle of doing health without diet culture. Find Maria:
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| Best books of 2025! | 28 Jan 2026 | 00:59:00 | |
Welcome to our annual best books episode! This year we're switching things up and doing book awards and superlatives for each category, like best book of the year, best series, biggest gut punch, etc. We hope you get lots of recommendations from this episode, and send us your recommendations with favorites from this year too! Full list of recommendations here: https://www.realfoodwithdana.com/best-books-of-2025/ Find your hosts:
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| Body image, wellness, and the perfectionism trap | 14 Jan 2026 | 00:27:32 | |
Why "healthy habits" can make us feel like we're failing — and how body image, perfectionism, and all-or-nothing wellness get tangled together. Feel like you need to earn body acceptance through your healthy habits? Let's talk about the all-too-familiar spiral—when the things we do to support our health start to feel like they're never enough… and our body image takes the hit. In this episode, we're unpacking what happens when body image struggles get wrapped up in our "healthy habits"—and how easy it is to feel like we're failing when those routines shift. What we cover:
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| What to do when listening to your body doesn't work | 31 Dec 2025 | 00:45:35 | |
As the new year begins, many people want to support their health with nutrition — without falling back into rigid resets, rules, or diets. But if you've spent time in the non-diet space, you've likely heard the advice: "Just listen to your body." What happens when that advice feels confusing, overwhelming, or even shame-inducing? In this episode, we unpack why "just listen to your body" often doesn't work for people recovering from disordered eating, chronic dieting, or managing chronic illness. We explore why hunger and fullness cues can feel unreliable or nonexistent, what actually builds body trust, and how to use gentle structure and support — without returning to diet culture — to nourish your body in a sustainable way. Episodes mentioned:
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| Hypermobility and hEDS: how it affects nutrition, gut health, and more with Cheryl Harris | 17 Dec 2025 | 00:46:57 | |
What's the difference between being "just bendy" and hypermobile EDS? Dietitian Cheryl Harris joins us to bust hypermobility myths, explain why diagnosis is so difficult, and talk through connections with the gut, nervous system, POTS, mast cells. Plus, how do hypermobility and hEDS impact nutrition and our relationship with food? Cheat sheet:
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| The problem with emotional eating (it's not what you think) | 03 Dec 2025 | 00:41:51 | |
If you've ever felt like emotional eating is a moral failing, this episode is for you! This week we're unpacking emotional eating myths, stigma, and why some approaches to "healing" emotional eating are actually making the problem worse. We'll also talk about how improving your relationship with food shouldn't hinge on weight loss - and what you can do instead. Check out our holiday food & body image support series here! You'll get 9 short episodes & 3 pdf resources designed to support your nutrition and your relationship with food through the festive season. Find your hosts:
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| How to survive holiday food noise | 19 Nov 2025 | 00:24:28 | |
We're diving into how to navigate holiday food noise and diet talk during the holidays! With Thanksgiving and the December holidays coming up, conversations around diet and body image can be triggering and pervasive. This episode offers tips and scripts for responding to diet talk, creating boundaries, and protecting your mental health. Whether you choose to engage or step away, we've got practical advice and a downloadable PDF guide to help you handle these situations with confidence - or avoidance! Download the guide: Navigating Diet Talk at Holiday Events ...or Grab our full holiday food & body image support series (including the PDF above) on Patreon In our holiday support series, you'll learn how to reframe your mindset, set boundaries, and ensure you can enjoy the holiday season without letting food noise or body image issues disqualify you from the joy and connection that this time of year brings. This includes 9 episodes and 3 PDF resources, including a holiday recipes ebook! Find your hosts:
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| "Why can't I stop eating?" Real talk on overeating, binge eating and scavenger eating | 05 Nov 2025 | 00:43:06 | |
If you don't know what "normal" eating feels like any more, or you're confused about how much you "should" be eating, this episode is for you. Let's talk about overeating, binge eating, and binge eating disorder — and what actually separates them. We'll explore the spectrum of eating experiences — from neutral or emotional eating all the way to diagnosable binge eating disorder — and why understanding the why behind your behaviors matters more than slapping on a label. If you've ever felt confused, ashamed, or stuck in patterns with food, this one's for you. Holiday food & body image support series - https://www.patreon.com/collection/873080 Find your hosts:
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| When fullness feels unsafe: and what to do about it | 29 Oct 2025 | 00:23:26 | |
In today's episode, we're talking about why fullness can feel so triggering, whether you're in eating disorder recovery or not. From the fear of "eating too much" to nervous system dysregulation, we break down why satisfaction gets interpreted as danger—and how diet culture plays a major role. You'll hear real client stories, practical tools, and honest insights into how to reframe fullness as safe and necessary, even when your brain is sounding the alarm. We cover:
Listen in for practical tools, real talk, and a big reminder: fullness is not a failure. ✨ Download our free Food Thought Filter tool at millennialbodyimageproject.com/freeresources to start tuning out the food noise and reconnecting with your body. Resources mentioned:
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| How to stop overthinking every bite | 22 Oct 2025 | 00:45:52 | |
If you've ever stood in front of the fridge wondering what or how much to eat — you're not alone. You're not out of control, you're just tired of the food noise. This episode is part 3 in our Debunking Food Noise series! In this episode, we unpack how food noise, fear-mongering, and perfectionism make you overthink every bite, and how to finally quiet it down. Learn practical tools to rebuild trust with your hunger cues, challenge food rules, and make eating feel simple again. ✨ Download our free Food Thought Filter tool at millennialbodyimageproject.com/freeresources to start tuning out the food noise and reconnecting with your body. Resources mentioned:
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| Where does food noise come from? | 08 Oct 2025 | 00:50:02 | |
Where did your food noise start? And is all food noise bad? Welcome back to part two of our debunking Food Noise series! In this episode, we're going deeper into the confusing world of 'food noise' to discuss where food noise comes from. We also talk about its connection with physical hunger, emotional eating, the restriction obsession loop, and the Nutrition Jungle. Because it shouldn't feel like a full time job to feed yourself every day! Don't miss the first episode in this series, Debunking food noise in the ozempic era ✨ Download our free Food Thought Filter tool at millennialbodyimageproject.com/freeresources to start tuning out the food noise and reconnecting with your body. Resources mentioned:
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| Healing beyond perfectionism: how to end emotional outsourcing with Beatriz Victoria Albina | 24 Sep 2025 | 00:38:30 | |
Dana is joined by holistic nurse practitioner and author Bea Victoria Albina to explore the concept of emotional outsourcing—the habit of seeking self-worth, safety, and belonging from external validation. Together, they unpack how patterns like people-pleasing, perfectionism, and codependency develop, how this impacts our bodies, and why shifting toward somatic awareness and self-compassion is key for healing. Resources:
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| Debunking food noise in the ozempic era | 17 Sep 2025 | 00:34:15 | |
Welcome back to the new season of the Millennial Body Image Project! We're diving deep into the concept of 'food noise,' exploring its origins, how it's being marketed, and ways to address it. From diet culture's impact on our hunger cues to the role of medications like Ozempic, we discuss why this term resonates with so many and how to navigate the confusion it brings. If you're feeling overwhelmed by constant thoughts about food, this episode is for you. Tune in as we debunk myths, discuss client experiences, and offer practical strategies for managing food noise - without restriction. Resources mentioned:
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| Season 2 Trailer - the Millennial Body Image Project | 10 Sep 2025 | 00:01:18 | |
Welcome to the new season of the Millennial Body Image Project! We're two licensed dietitian-nutritionists bringing you conversations that cut through the food noise, debunk wellness trends, and remind you that it's not you—it's the systems stacked against you. Together, we'll explore the struggles so many of us carry, challenge the fearmongering that fuels them, and offer evidence-based, compassionate tools to support your body on its own terms. Find your hosts:
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| You're not lazy. The ADHD shame loop is keeping you stuck | 16 Jul 2025 | 00:42:12 | |
Feeling like you should be doing more but can't figure out why you're not? You're not lazy - you might be caught in the ADHD shame loop. In this episode, we unpack how perfectionism, executive dysfunction, and unrealistic expectations create a cycle of guilt, burnout, and overcorrection. Whether you're navigating meal prep, movement, parenting, or just trying to send that one email, we'll help you understand what's actually happening underneath the struggle and how to move forward with compassion, not shame. Thanks so much to Hungryroot for sponsoring today's episode! For a limited time, use this link or the code DANAM40 to get 40% off your first box, and a free item of your choice in every box for life. Resources mentioned:
Find your hosts: Reminder: this is the final episode of Season 8! Episodes will continue all summer on Patreon until we come back with Season 9 in the fall. Check it out Patreon here - patreon.com/millennialbodyimageproject | |||
| What we get wrong about healthy summer eating | 02 Jul 2025 | 00:30:40 | |
In this episode, we dive into the myths about 'healthy' summer eating and why you don't need to fall for the "detox, light, and grilled" trifecta if you don't want to. You'll get practical tips on how to enjoy the season's bounty, stay hydrated, and tackle the confusing messages around diets and nutrition. Plus, we discuss how to handle food noise, perfectionism, and how NOT to get stressed about food at every summer event. Thanks so much to Hungryroot for sponsoring today's episode! For a limited time, use this link or the code DANAM40 to get 40% off your first box, and a free item of your choice in every box for life. Resources mentioned:
Find your hosts: Reminder: the last episode of every month is available exclusively in our Patreon community and for Apple Podcasts bonus episode subscribers. Check it out here - patreon.com/millennialbodyimageproject | |||
| Summer Reads 2025: from banned books to feel-good favorites | 29 Jun 2025 | 01:01:52 | |
Welcome to our semi-annual episode where we talk about books, just for fun! All the books we talked about in this episode are listed here. Check out our previous episodes here: (Best of 2024, All Time Favorite Reads, Favorite books of 2023) Full list of recommendations from this episode <> To learn more about banned books in the US: Join our Patreon community to get access to our end-of-month episodes and "after the episode" deep dives! Plus, you'll get TWO years of bonus episodes and deep dive content. Find your hosts: Find Kara:
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| Your body is not a summer project | 18 Jun 2025 | 00:28:23 | |
Struggling with body image this summer? You're not alone. In this pep talk-style episode, we're digging into the summer body pressure that tends to creep in—and what to actually do when you're having a tough body image day. You'll get practical body neutrality tips, real talk about the summer bodies scam, and simple ways to stop the shame spiral before it starts. If you're looking for support in coping with body image so you can enjoy your summer without guilt, this episode is for you. Additional body image support resources:
Join us on Patreon for bonus episodes and resources, access to the final episode of every month, and over 2 years of extra content to support you on your body image journey. https://www.patreon.com/c/millennialbodyimageproject/ Find your hosts: | |||
| "Summer bodies" are a scam | 04 Jun 2025 | 00:39:27 | |
On today's episode, we dive into the concept of the 'summer body' and its roots in cultural and historical marketing strategies. (It's a scam, we tell you!) We unpack the origins of the term "summer body" and provide tangible ways for you to opt out and embrace body neutrality. From the rise of beach culture post-World War II, to the modern-day pressures perpetuated by GLP-1's and social media, we explore the evolution of body standards.Most importantly, we're giving you practical tips to opt out and feel good in your own skin all summer long. Additional body image support resources:
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| Inside ADHD: the perfectionism and dysregulation connection with Sarah Kesty | 21 May 2025 | 00:37:38 | |
On today's episode, we chat with Sarah Kesty, an executive function coach and host of the Executive Function Podcast. Sarah dives into her journey and how ADHD, burnout, and invisible illnesses have shaped her work with clients. We discuss the connection between perfectionism and executive function, and how dysregulation makes ADHD and eating behaviors a lot more difficult to manage. Sarah also shares brain-friendly strategies for task paralysis and self-compassion for ADHD'ers. From Sarah: "I'm thrilled to share that "Growing Executive Function" is available for pre-orders (through my publisher or Amazon) and will be out in the world on August 29th, 2025!" Resources mentioned:
Join us on Patreon for bonus episodes and resources, access to the final episode of every month, and over 2 years of extra content to support you on your body image journey. https://www.patreon.com/c/millennialbodyimageproject/ Find your hosts: More about our guest: Sarah Kesty helps amazing neurodivergent people create strategies to thrive! She is an executive function, autism, and ADHD coach and host of the Executive Function Podcast. A 4-time teacher of the year, Sarah's Brain Tools School coaching and learning programs support high schoolers, college students, adults, and coaches in developing executive function skills to smooth out life. Sarah specializes in translating research into real-life, actionable strategies. She regularly writes and presents for international groups and publications, including Psychology Today, KQED, and Edutopia. Her mission is to make the world brain-friendly, inclusive, and a little more fun. An avid gardener and local Trail Guide, she and her family live in San Diego, surrounded by birds and nature. Her book for teachers, Growing Executive Function, will be released August 2025 (Solution Tree).
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| Burnout is wrecking your body image. (Here's why) | 07 May 2025 | 00:39:30 | |
A lot of people are feeling burned out and dysregulated right now - but let's talk about what it's doing to your body image! If you're in the camp of "everything hurts and I'm dying", this episode is for you. On today's episode, we delve into the rampant issue of nervous system dysregulation and how it exacerbates body image issues and body checking tendencies. Plus, what can you do about it? How can you recognize signs of dysregulation, what can you do about body checking during this time, and how can we feel a little better? Tune in to find out! Resources mentioned:
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| How much influence does your influencer have on your body image and wallet? | 23 Apr 2025 | 00:28:54 | |
Let's talk about influencer shenanigans, and how they influence your body image, self-esteem, and wallet. From the subtle ways influencers shape our perceptions to the more overt manipulations of influencer marketing, we lift the veil on how much power we unwittingly give them. Because, come on - renting a house to film your content in, and then pretending it's where you live? Returning all their hauls, but still making commissions on your LTK? Let's talk about it. Grab your free influencer audit guide here! -https://www.patreon.com/posts/influencer-audit-127441316 Join us on Patreon for bonus episodes and resources, access to the final episode of every month, and over 2 years of extra content to support you on your body image journey. Find your hosts: Episodes mentioned: | |||
| Why is everyone so obsessed with protein right now?? | 16 Apr 2025 | 00:15:58 | |
Everyone is freaking out about protein - so let's dive into the hype to talk fact vs. fiction and fearmongering. Check out part 2 HERE: How much protein do you actually need? If you're a millennial woman, you're probably hearing all about protein right now - whether you're perimenopausal (or wondering!), have hormonal imbalances, or are just trying to figure out how to eat to support your body. Join us for protein, protein, protein (part 1!) as we navigate through the conflicting information and provide guidance on finding a balance without falling for marketing gimmicks. This is part 1 of a 2-part series discussing protein! In this part one, there is no discussion at all of numbers, so if that's triggering for you - not to worry. What craziness have you been seeing around protein lately? What questions do you have about protein? Let us know! Join us on Patreon for bonus episodes and resources, access to the final episode of every month, and over 2 years of extra content to support you on your body image journey. Find your hosts:
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| Are you looking for permission to restrict? | 02 Apr 2025 | 00:33:39 | |
Many of us constantly outsource information about our own bodies because we've been taught not to trust them our whole lives. Whether you know it or not, this may lead you to look for permission to restrict your food in many sneaky places. From 'What I Eat in a Day' posts to therapeutically designed protocols for specific health conditions, this episode explores the thin line between health-promoting behaviors and restrictive diets. We'll also touch on the mental and physical implications of these kinds of restrictions. Reflection questions for this week's episode linked here! Join us on Patreon for bonus episodes and resources, access to the final episode of every month, and over 2 years of extra content to support you on your body image journey. Recent patreon-exclusive episodes:
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| Decoding perimenopause and body image | 19 Mar 2025 | 00:41:21 | |
We're back to dive into the complexities of perimenopause and how to wade through the confusing flood of information online. If you've been overwhelmed by social media advice on how to navigate perimenopause, this one's for you. Check out our guide: Non-Diet Nutrition for Perimenopause We'll break down practical, realistic steps to support your body without going into old perfectionist, restrictive, or diet culture ways. You'll learn how to decode your symptoms and incorporate tools like balanced nutrition (without restriction) and sustainable movement, we're here to offer guidance without the stress or judgment. We're also tackling low energy availability, RED-S, hormonal changes to look for, and body image in perimenopause. Want continued access to weekly episodes? Join us on Patreon for bonus episodes and resources, access to the final episode of every month, and over 2 years of extra content to support you on your body image journey. Resources mentioned:
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| Is it perimenopause, stress, or your thyroid? | 05 Mar 2025 | 00:35:28 | |
In this episode, we dive into the world of perimenopause, breaking down its symptoms and how they often overlap and mimic issues like thyroid and stress-related problems. We provide practical advice on tracking your health data, interpreting your body's signals, and effectively communicating with healthcare providers. We're also talking through targeted social media supplement ads (yes, we get them too!) and how to avoid the trap of overwhelming health protocols promising to fix your perimenopause woes. Whether you're wondering if you're going through perimenopause or just dealing with some confusing symptoms, we've packed this episode with practical advice and insights for you! This is only the start of a handful of episodes on perimenopause that we'll be mixing in with our other content, so let us know your questions! Join us on Patreon for bonus episodes and resources, access to the final episode of every month, and over 2 years of extra content to support you on your body image journey. Find your hosts:
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| How ADHD and executive function impact eating behaviors with Mallory Band | 19 Feb 2025 | 00:34:33 | |
In this episode, we welcome executive function coach Mallory Band to discuss the interplay between ADHD and disordered eating behaviors, exploring her personal experiences and professional insights. Mallory shares her journey from being a teacher to becoming an executive function coach, and highlights the importance of self-awareness and developing coping mechanisms. Listen to learn how ADHD can influence eating patterns, strategies for task initiation, and the significance of modeling positive behavior for children, especially for parents with ADHD. Find our guest:
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| Deconstructing Medical Weight Stigma with Dr. Mara Gordon | 05 Feb 2025 | 00:50:37 | |
Have you ever felt dismissed by your doctor because of your weight? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Mara Gordon, a weight-inclusive physician based in Philadelphia, to explore the challenges of practicing weight-neutral medicine in a system rooted in weight-centric care. Dr. Gordon shares her journey from traditional medical training to adopting a compassionate, inclusive approach, highlighting the pervasive impact of fatphobia in healthcare and the systemic hurdles doctors face, including the complexities of insurance billing. Along the way, she offers practical strategies to empower patients to advocate for themselves and foster open, informed conversations with their providers. Grab the Medical Weight Decline Card here! Find our guest:
Find your hosts: Want continued access to weekly episodes? Join us on Patreon for bonus episodes and resources, access to the final episode of every month, and over 2 years of extra content to support you on your body image journey. | |||
| "Healthy looks so good on you": what your body says about your mental health | 22 Jan 2025 | 00:41:40 | |
On today's episode we dive into the complex relationship between body image, health, and societal perceptions. We explore how the idea of 'healthy looks' can be misleading and often dismissive of a person's true mental and physical state, and society's obsession with tying thinness to health and productivity. What can we do about it? Tune in to learn and discuss! Join us on Patreon for bonus episodes and resources, access to the final episode of every month, and over 2 years of extra content to support you on your body image journey. ICYMI: our podcast is bi-weekly now on the main feed! Want continued access to weekly episodes? Join us over on Patreon, or on Apple Podcast Subscriptions so you don't miss a thing. Resources mentioned:
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| Best Books of 2024! | 19 Jan 2025 | 01:08:31 | |
Welcome to our best books of 2024 episode! As always, this is just for fun, talking about our favorite books of this past year, surprises and disappointments, plus talking about if some of the major hyped books are worth it are not. Let us know - what were some of your favorite books you read in 2024? Full list of books linked here! Join us on Patreon for bonus episodes and resources, access to the final episode of every month, and over 2 years of extra content to support you on your body image journey. Find your hosts: | |||
| How food and body image impact relationship health with Elizabeth Earnshaw | 08 Jan 2025 | 00:54:10 | |
If you struggle with having food and body image conversations with your partner, this episode is for you. Couples counselor Elizabeth Earnshaw (Liz Listens) joins your hosts today to help unpack food and body image stress and how it can negatively impact relationships. Elizabeth shares insights on mental load, trauma, and flooding, and how these factors can hijack relationships. We also explore how body image issues and differing health philosophies can affect partnerships, highlighting the need for creating boundaries and how to use the tool of coregulation to maintain a healthy relationship. Resources mentioned: ICYMI: we're going bi-weekly! For weeks where there's no episode on the main feed - Join us on Patreon for bonus episodes and resources, access to the final episode of every month, and over 2 years of extra content to support you on your body image and nutrition journey. Find your hosts:
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| Overcoming New Year Body Image Sunday Scaries | 01 Jan 2025 | 00:49:05 | |
On today's episode, we're diving into the anxieties and pressures that come with New Year's resolution season; which we're calling 'The Post-Holiday Body Image Sunday Scaries.' Listen as we break down why these feelings of inadequacy arise, and how to combat them by adopting a more balanced and compassionate approach. We'll discuss practical tips for integrating health-promoting behaviors into your routine without falling into the traps of perfectionism or restrictive mindsets. Whether you're feeling burnt out or eager to reclaim your wellness in 2025, we're here for you with actionable insights to help you find a sustainable middle ground. Join us on Patreon or Apple Podcast Subscriptions for bonus episodes and resources, access to the final episode of every month, and over 2 years of extra content to support you on your body image journey. Resources:
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| Oprah's Ozempic Special - the cure to weight stigma?? | 26 Dec 2024 | 01:02:49 | |
Let's talk about GLP-1's baby, let's talk about you and all the ways the Oprah Ozempic special is trying to not make you feel bad about your weight...but just bad enough to take these medications they're peddling. So let's talk about: Shame, Blame, and the Weight Loss Revolution. There is SO much nuance to this conversation, although we originally released it as a Patreon exclusive episode this spring, we wanted to share it with all of you too. So sit tight for a long, in-depth episode on our unfiltered thoughts on the Oprah Ozempic special, and what this means for us as all people in the wellness and nutrition space who have struggled with body and food "stuff". Want more deep dive episodes like this every month? Join us on Patreon at patreon.com/millennialbodyimageproject! Plus, check out our thoughts on the follow-up special, "Making the Shift" - Bonus episode: Making the Shift - shame, 'weight health', and where we go from here Links & episodes mentioned:
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| Modeling Body Talk With Relatives for Families | 18 Dec 2024 | 00:28:29 | |
In today's episode of our holiday series we dive into strategies for managing body and diet talk with families for this season, particularly focusing on the impact it has on children. We discuss the importance of modeling positive body acceptance, creating a family value statement, and setting boundaries to protect kids from harmful messages. As always, we're bringing practical advice for debriefing with your children after potentially harmful conversations, reinforcing body trust at home, and maintaining internal peace. Don't miss the rest of the series:
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| Holiday social media detox: how to not go broke | 11 Dec 2024 | 00:22:48 | |
In this episode, we're diving into how to survive holiday social media pressure, comparison, and FOMO - without breaking the bank. We chat about how to keep your peace and protect your wallet while still having a fun and festive season. Learn how to set boundaries, avoid unnecessary spending, and focus on what truly matters. No, you don't really need the viral self-lighting Christmas tree…and please leave all the beige everything for a different season… Bonus episode after last week's - Your ADHD Survival Kit, then this week we're releasing another bonus episode called Gentle Nutrition: Holiday Edition Don't miss our bonus episodes & resources this week:
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| Overcoming Holiday Overwhelm with ADHD | 04 Dec 2024 | 00:38:57 | |
Time to talk about ADHD and the holidays! We're discussing how and why the holidays can be particularly overwhelming for those with ADHD, and sharing strategies for how to overcome this holiday chaos. We'll talk about ADHD paralysis and how to embrace 'good enough' standards, plus how to maintain balance and extend grace to yourself. Tune in for advice on integrating health-promoting behaviors and realistic planning, and join us on Patreon for more action-oriented insights with TWO bonus episodes! Check out the guide to Navigating Diet & Body Talk at Holiday Events here! Don't miss the rest of the series:
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| Setting Boundaries for a Peaceful Holiday Season | 25 Nov 2024 | 00:19:57 | |
We're continuing our holiday series talking about how to set boundaries for a more peaceful holiday season - so you can protect your peace and prioritize what's important! We'll discuss how to manage your energy and time, and how to say no when necessary to protect your peace. Tune in for tips on handling family, friends, and social expectations, along with practical advice on navigating diet conversations and maintaining fitness routines during the holidays. Check out the guide to Navigating Diet & Body Talk at Holiday Events here! Don't miss the rest of the series:
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| Holiday Body Image SOS | 20 Nov 2024 | 00:41:38 | |
On today's episode, we're kicking off our holiday food and body image support series! Join us as we discuss how the holiday season can amplify body image struggles - and what we can do about it. In this series you'll learn how to reframe your mindset, set boundaries, and ensure you can enjoy the holiday season without letting body image issues disqualify you from the joy and connection that this time of year brings. Grab the PDF resource we mentioned in today's episode here! Don't miss the rest of the series:
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| WTF is cortisol face?? | 13 Nov 2024 | 00:43:51 | |
"You're not ugly, you just have cortisol face"...so let's get into it and debunk this madness. Today we're unraveling the TikTok trend of 'Cortisol Face'. We break down what cortisol is, how stress affects our bodies, and why quick fixes like supplements and viral health hacks won't solve the problem. You'll hear practical advice on processing stress, what works vs. what doesn't work (hello apple cider vinegar), and explore the use of therapeutic tools in processing stress and inflammation. Resources mentioned:
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| Morals on a Plate: How the rise of Functional Medicine Shaped Body Image | 06 Nov 2024 | 00:37:50 | |
How did "nothing tastes as good as skinny feels" become "you are what you eat", "food is medicine", and a moral obligation to be healthy? In this episode we're exploring the evolution of functional medicine and the influence of celebrity doctors from the early 2000s to the 2010s. We discuss the rise of food morality, the concept 'you are what you eat,' and the impact of documentaries like 'Supersize Me,' and the emergence of orthorexia. We also examine societal shifts in body image and health perceptions, highlighting the issues with the influencer-driven diet culture and the complicated relationship millennials have with food and body image. Resources mentioned:
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| From Pop Princesses to Pinterest: the origins of Millennial body image struggles, with Pam Gocobachi | 23 Oct 2024 | 00:45:30 | |
In this episode, we sit down with pop culture and entertainment journalist Pamela Gocobachi to explore the intricate web of body image influences that have shaped millennials. We delve into iconic moments from the '90s heroin chic era to the rise of social media, discussing how these cultural touchpoints have contributed to our collective psyche. Pam shares her invaluable insights on the pressures and expectations set by pop culture, the impact of celebrity diets, and the evolution of beauty standards. Tune in as we unravel the complex narrative of body image, humor, trauma, and empowerment. Find Pam:
Pamela is an entertainment journalist and podcast host based out of the San Francisco Bay Area. Over the course of her career, she has written for Billboard, Entertainment Weekly, E!'s People's Choice Awards, and more. Currently, you can catch her breaking down all aspects of pop culture on the podcasts #Millennial and What The Hype?! Find your hosts: Reminder: the last episode of every month is available exclusively in our Patreon community and for apple podcasts subscribers - check it out at patreon.com/millennialbodyimageproject
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| Your body is not a report card | 16 Oct 2024 | 00:34:16 | |
In this episode, we dive deep into the idea that 'your body is not a report card.' This topic is inspired by a bonus episode we did on Patreon over the summer called "How do you make peace with weight gain?" that really hit home for a lot of people. Today, we discuss how societal norms and ingrained cultural messages have led many to view their bodies as a reflection of their worth and value. We'll dive into the harmful implications of this mindset, the impact of fat phobia, discrimination, and the importance of taking morality out of body image conversations. We also explore strategies to help you cultivate body neutrality and protect your mental health in a judgmental world.
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