Explore every episode of the podcast Seems Like Diet Culture
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| 231. The "I'll Enjoy This More if I Can Change My Body" Trap | 29 Oct 2026 | 00:19:47 | |
As we head into the holiday season, it can be tempting to change how you eat or try to change your body so you can feel more confident, more in control, and better able to enjoy it all. But are those changes actually going to help you feel that way? In this episode, we’re unpacking the “I’ll enjoy it more if I change my body” trap and how to stop making food and body control a condition for enjoying your life.
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| 230. The Business of GLP-1s | 15 Oct 2026 | 00:16:09 | |
GLP-1s are everywhere, but the conversation is often focused on the medication itself, not the massive business that has been built around it. In this episode, we’re looking at the unseen pieces of the GLP-1 boom: the money, marketing, messaging, and systems shaping how these drugs are sold and talked about, and why understanding the business behind them matters when we talk about health, bodies, and weight.
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| 229. Why "Sitting With Food Guilt" Doesn't Work For You | 24 Sep 2026 | 00:24:52 | |
If you’ve been told to “sit with the guilt” after eating but somehow end up feeling even more stuck in it, this episode is for you. We’re breaking down the difference between “airplane thoughts” and “Ferris wheel thoughts,” why traditional approaches to food guilt don’t work for everyone, and a different technique you can use when sitting with the discomfort just keeps you spinning.
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| 228. You Don't Have to Take Ozempic for Ozempic Culture to Affect Your Relationship With Food | 17 Sep 2026 | 00:11:48 | |
Have you noticed yourself questioning how much you eat, how hungry you are, or whether you “should” need as much food as you do? In this episode, we’re talking about how the changing conversation around appetite, portions, and weight loss can quietly influence your relationship with food, even when you think you know better than to buy into it.
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| 227. Why Knowing Diet Culture is BS Doesn’t Stop You From Wanting to Be Thinner | 10 Sep 2026 | 00:13:13 | |
You can know diet culture is harmful, disagree with unrealistic body standards, and still find yourself wanting to be thinner. In this episode, we’re talking about why that disconnect exists, why it doesn’t mean you’re doing anything wrong, and what actually helps you move forward when part of you still wants the body diet culture taught you to value.
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| 226. For When You Need Motivation to Keep Recovering | 27 Aug 2026 | 00:11:35 | |
In a world obsessed with shrinking, it can be hard to stay motivated to heal your relationship with food and your body. This episode is here for the moments when choosing recovery feels especially hard and you need a reminder of why it’s worth continuing.
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| 225. 5 Signs Your Relationship With Food Is Better, But You’re Not Fully Free | 20 Aug 2026 | 00:20:17 | |
If your relationship with food is so much better than it used to be, it can be hard to recognize when there’s still more freedom available to you. In this episode, I’m breaking down 5 signs that you’ve made real progress with food and your body, but you’re not fully free yet. We’ll talk about the subtle ways food and body image can still take up mental space, why the tools that helped you get *better* may not be the same ones that get you to free, and what actually needs to shift to move forward. If you’ve ever wondered, “Maybe this is just as good as it gets,” this episode is for you.
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| 224. How OCD Shows Up in Disordered Eating | 13 Aug 2026 | 00:27:07 | |
Even if you do not have OCD or do not know if you do I highly suggest listening to this episode. It provides tangible examples of how OCD patterns can show up in relation to disordered eating, how to know if something is just disordered or if it relates to OCD, and how to know what type of support will actually help if you are dealing with this.
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| 223. STOP LISTENING TO RECOVERY PODCASTS | 30 Jul 2026 | 00:15:43 | |
Yes... you read that right. Let me explain.
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| 222. The Truth About Bloating | 23 Jul 2026 | 00:27:34 | |
Bloating sucks. And if you've tried to figure it out, you've probably found a hundred different answers that all seem to contradict each other. It's enough to make you feel like you'll never escape the constant discomfort. In this episode, we're separating fact from fiction so you can better understand what's really going on and what you can do to feel better, no matter the cause.
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| 221. Is Strong Not Skinny A Healthy Mindset? | 16 Jul 2026 | 00:14:22 | |
As the obsession with skinniness gets challenged, we’re seeing a shift toward “just be strong.” On the surface, that sounds better, but what does “strong” actually mean, and is it really a healthier mindset than striving to be skinny? Let's get into it in this episode.
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| 220. The Price of Striving for Skinniness | 09 Jul 2026 | 00:11:32 | |
The pursuit of skinniness often promises confidence, freedom, and happiness but what does it actually cost you? In this episode, we're unpacking the hidden price of chasing a smaller body and why letting go of that pursuit may be the very thing that helps you reclaim your life.
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| 219. Stopped Disordered Behaviors but Still Thinking About Food? Here's Why | 02 Jul 2026 | 00:16:22 | |
So, you've largely stopped engaging in disordered food behaviors—you're no longer restricting, cutting out certain foods, or following rigid food rules—but you still can't stop thinking about food. If that sounds familiar, it's likely a sign that you've reached a specific phase of recovery. Understanding what's happening here can help you move through it and finally break past this plateau and that's what I am talking about in this episode.
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| 218. How to Not Obsess About Food on Vacation (Or Surrounding it) | 25 Jun 2026 | 00:15:21 | |
Do you find yourself stressed out trying to "prep" for vacation, worrying about what you eat when you are on it, or trying to "make up" for what you ate afterwards? If yes, this episode is for you. We discuss how to navigate eating surrounding vacation and not have it be something that detracts from your experience.
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| 217. Why Recovery Often Gets Harder Before it Gets Easier | 18 Jun 2026 | 00:12:20 | |
I promise this is not an un-motivating episode! In fact I believe after you listen to this you will feel reassured about why you may be experiencing what you are in your healing journey and how to handle it.
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| 216. Ariana Grande and the Complexity of Talking About Bodies | 11 Jun 2026 | 00:18:36 | |
This is a difficult conversation to have, and one I debated discussing for quite some time. I’m sharing it because I know this topic is on the minds of many people and not addressing it can often lead to even more damage. My intention is to approach this conversation with respect, compassion, and without judgment. If you are not in a place where hearing a discussion that touches on someone’s current body or body changes feels supportive for you today, this may not be the episode to listen to right now and that is completely okay. 🤎
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| 215. You May Not Actually Be Bingeing... | 04 Jun 2026 | 00:22:59 | |
Did you know a lot of people think they are bingeing when they actually aren't? In this episode we are discussing signs that you are bingeing vs. not bingeing and how that changes how you should respond.
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| 214. ED Recovery Accounts Relapsing | 28 May 2026 | 00:21:00 | |
Someone posting about their recovery journey seems like it would be helpful: motivating, validating, and a reminder that you’re not alone in pushing back against diet culture. But what happens when that person relapses or starts slipping back into old patterns? In today’s episode, we’re talking about the complicated reality of ED recovery accounts online. We cover the benefits and drawbacks of following recovery content, how to navigate it when someone regresses, and how to honestly assess whether these accounts are supporting your recovery or keeping you stuck.
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| 213. Intuitive Eating Doesn't Fix Disordered Eating | 21 May 2026 | 00:20:27 | |
Intuitive eating is a fantastic framework but that does not mean it's the strategy you want to use to heal your disordered eating or eating disorder. In this episode we will talk about why intuitive eating isn't the best strategy for healing and what to do instead.
Mentioned: Free Training - Why You Still Think about Food & How to Stop it
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| 212. "Acting Your Weight" | 14 May 2026 | 00:20:37 | |
I know... I cringed writing that title as well. This episode we will be discussing the viral video about “acting your weight” and dissecting how that relates to diet culture, why someone would say this, and how these kinds of messages keep people stuck believing their body determines their worth.
Let's connect: Free Training - Why You Still Think about Food & How to Stop it | |||
| 211. The False Sense of Safety Food Rules Create | 07 May 2026 | 00:18:37 | |
We often think that food rules just serve the purpose of wanting to feel healthier, change your body, or stick to your diet, but what if I told you it goes way beyond that? In this episode, we’re talking about how unhealthy food patterns can start to feel like emotional safety and why letting go of them can feel so uncomfortable, even when you know they’re hurting you.
Let's connect: Free Training - Why You Still Think about Food & How to Stop it | |||
| 210. Is it Ok to Skip Meals When You're Not Hungry? | 30 Apr 2026 | 00:12:26 | |
It’s breakfast time, but you’re not hungry. You’ve been told to listen to your hunger and fullness cues, so does that mean you should skip breakfast? This is exactly the moment this podcast episode is here to help with. Tune in to learn what to do in this situation and in any moment where it’s mealtime but hunger isn’t there.
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| 209. The Overlap Between Fitness Culture and Diet Culture | 23 Apr 2026 | 00:13:37 | |
A lot of what’s labeled as “health” in fitness spaces is actually rooted in diet culture. In this episode, we unpack where the two overlap and how it subtly shows up, so you can start recognizing what’s actually influencing your thoughts, behaviors, and relationship with your body.
Let's connect: Free Training - Why You Still Think about Food & How to Stop it | |||
| 208. Are You Stuck in the "In-Between" With Food? | 16 Apr 2026 | 00:18:12 | |
There’s a phase in your relationship with food that isn’t talked about enough, and because of that, it’s where a lot of people get stuck. That’s what we’re talking about in today’s episode. That in-between space where you’ve made progress with food… but it’s still not where you want it to be, and what to do if you’re here.
Ready to work through this and reach full food freedom? Click here to learn about Live Unrestricted.
Free Training - Why You Still Think about Food & How to Stop it
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| 207. Food Freedom Isn't What You Think | 09 Apr 2026 | 00:13:56 | |
What if I told you that food freedom actually doesn't have anything to do with what you eat? This episode explores what food freedom actually is, versus what society acts like it is, and why it's so important to understand this.
Mentioned: Free Training - Why You Still Think about Food & How to Stop it
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| 206. Listen if Body Standards have Been Feeling Impossible | 02 Apr 2026 | 00:15:21 | |
If you've been struggling watching everyone in Hollywood and social media continually shrinking, this episode is for you.
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Live Unrestricted is where you rebuild trust in your body so you stop thinking about food all the time and finally feel normal around it. It is re-opening soon with limited spots. If you'd like the chance to get one you can get on the waitlist by clicking here.
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| 205. Why You're Obsessed With Food (& What to Do About it) | 26 Mar 2026 | 00:17:50 | |
In this episode, we break down what is actually driving constant food thoughts, cravings, and that feeling of being out of control around food. Hint: it is not a lack of willpower. You will learn the real reasons your brain keeps fixating on food, how physical, mental, and emotional patterns keep you stuck in the loop, and most importantly, what to do to start quieting the noise. If you have ever thought “why am I like this with food?” this episode is for you.
Let's connect:
Live Unrestricted is where you rebuild trust in your body so you stop thinking about food all the time and finally feel normal around it. It is re-opening soon with limited spots. If you'd like the chance to get one you can get on the waitlist by clicking here. | |||
| 204. The Truth about Micro-dosing GLP-1s | 19 Mar 2026 | 00:13:54 | |
There’s a new GLP-1 trend claiming you can lower GI distress, maintain muscle mass, and reduce cost while still losing the weight you want. But is it actually a dream scenario or too good to be true? Let's connect: | |||
| 203. "Can I Desire Weight Loss & Work Towards Food Freedom?" | 12 Mar 2026 | 00:22:59 | |
Have you ever wondered if you could desire weight loss or even have the goal of weight loss and simultaneously achieve food freedom, eating intuitively, or healing your relationship with food? If so this episode is for you. We'll be answering that exact question and explaining WHY that is the case.
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| 202. Shedding Disordered Identities (Fit Friend, Healthy Friend, Skinny Friend, & More) | 05 Mar 2026 | 00:30:17 | |
One of the most critical and underexplored pieces of healing your relationship with food, exercise, and your body is understanding how your identity is shaping your struggles. When you begin to unpack this, you not only uncover the beliefs about yourself that are keeping you stuck, but you also learn how to build a more authentic and aligned version of who you truly are. In this episode, you will learn exactly how to start doing this with tangible, real life examples you can apply right away.
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| 201. Are You In a Toxic Relationship with Food? | 26 Feb 2026 | 00:25:46 | |
Not only will this episode help you determine whether you’re in a toxic relationship with food, it will also give you a powerful analogy to understand that relationship in a way that can change everything. Tune in for clarity, insight, and next steps if you realize your relationship with food has become toxic.
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| 200. It's Not About Your Body or Your Health, It's About This | 12 Feb 2026 | 00:15:08 | |
After 200 episodes this is the #1 message I want you to take away. You'll learn that the way you interact with food and your body is not coming from what you think it is coming from
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| 199. Eating Only Whole Foods - Diet or Healthy Lifestyle? | 05 Feb 2026 | 00:17:09 | |
It's great to have whole foods in your diet, but can a focus on whole foods actually become unhealthy? We're discussing how to determine if you're leading a truly healthy lifestyle or just stuck in a whole foods diet. Let's connect: | |||
| 198. Overcoming the Desire for Weight Loss | 29 Jan 2026 | 00:33:36 | |
How long have you been wanting to lose just those last 5 pounds? Or how many times have you convinced yourself "this attempt at weight loss will feel different"? The weight loss trap is so strong + it's understandable to want it in the society we live in, but you don't have to stay stuck in this. In this episode, I explain exactly how to overcome the desire for weight loss. The method I use is one I've guided 1000s of clients through and I can't wait for you to feel the transformation from it.
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| 197. How to Get Back Your Hunger & Fullness Cues | 22 Jan 2026 | 00:19:31 | |
It's extremely frustrating when you can't clearly feel when you're hungry or full. Next thing you know, you're fluctuating between not feeling hungry all day to not being able to stop eating once you start. So let's talk about what it takes to get back your hunger and fullness cues so you can be done with this cycle.
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| 196. Are Cleanses Worth it? (Juice Cleanses, Prolon, & Resets) | 15 Jan 2026 | 00:17:50 | |
Ever wondered if you should do a cleanse? Maybe it's during those times when you feel gross or off + crave a gut reset, feeling lighter, or some immediate body changes. But does doing a cleanse ACTUALLY help with that? That's what we're discussing in today's episode. Let's connect: | |||
| 195. 2026 Wellness Ins & Outs | 08 Jan 2026 | 00:25:16 | |
It's a new year and that calls for re-evaluating wellness trends and leaving some of them in 2025! Listen in for my outs and ins for 2026 in the area of wellness, nutrition, movement, and food freedom.
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| 194. The New Years Diet Culture Trap | 01 Jan 2026 | 00:12:20 | |
Don't fall for this!!! Here is what you need to hear about the way diet culture tries to trap you in the New Year. Let's connect: | |||
| 193. Why You Can't Stop Eating When You Are Full | 25 Dec 2025 | 00:25:08 | |
You know those moments where you feel full but you just can't seem to stop yourself from eating more? That's what this podcast is for. You'll understand why so that you can stop this behavior if it's not serving you.
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| 192. We Have Officially Lost the Plot with GLP-1s | 18 Dec 2025 | 00:14:54 | |
You will not believe this story... Let's talk about the state of GLP-1s and how to handle it.
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| 191. How Other Mental Health Struggles Impacted My ED Recovery | 11 Dec 2025 | 00:44:39 | |
We're getting very vulnerable and honest in this episode. You'll hear, honestly, what it was like to recover while dealing with other mental health struggles and what it ends up looking like when you're fully recovered.
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| 190. PEP TALK: Navigating Diet Culture During the Holidays | 04 Dec 2025 | 00:23:04 | |
Navigating the holiday season can feel overwhelming with constant body and food comments at parties and the winter arc pressure on social media. This episode is your personal pep talk, like we're chatting on the phone, equipping you with the tools and support you need to confidently face any upcoming holiday. We'll dive into practical strategies to maintain your well-being and embrace a positive mindset, ensuring you enjoy the festivities without succumbing to diet culture pressures.
Mentioned: How to Respond to Food & Body Comments
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| 189. Wicked- Unpacking the Movie's Body Standards | 27 Nov 2025 | 00:24:32 | |
Curious about the buzz around the Wicked movie cast and the body standards being highlighted? In this episode, we’re diving deep into how these discussions reflect broader societal views on health and body image. We’ll explore the impact on diet culture and what it means for us today. Whether you’re intrigued, concerned, or just curious, join us as we unpack these narratives and discover what they reveal about our culture. Let's connect: | |||
| 188. Are You Ready for ED Recovery? | 20 Nov 2025 | 00:30:04 | |
Curious if you're truly ready to heal your relationship with food? In this episode, we dive into the unexpected signs that show you're prepared to embark on your recovery journey. Spoiler: "Readiness" might look different than you think! Tune in to discover what it really means to be ready for change.
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| 187. Mukbangs & Watching Others Eat: Disordered or Harmless Habit? | 13 Nov 2025 | 00:17:57 | |
Ever wondered if watching mukbangs is just a fun escape or something deeper? In this episode, I’m unpacking the impact of this trend on our views of food and body image. We’ll explore whether it’s a harmless habit or a reflection of diet culture’s grip on us. Let's connect: | |||
| 186. The Truth About Volume Eating | 06 Nov 2025 | 00:11:47 | |
Is volume eating a healthy habit or a diet culture pipeline? In this episode, we'll dissect what volume eating truly entails and whether it's a nourishing approach or just another facet of diet culture.
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| 185. Are You Using Food to Cope? | 30 Oct 2025 | 00:26:07 | |
Are you turning to food as a way to deal with stress, emotions, or overwhelm? In this episode, we’re diving into the signs that food might be playing a bigger role in your emotional life than you realize. We’ll explore why this happens, how to identify the patterns, and what steps you can take to create a healthier relationship with food and your emotions. It’s all about understanding the deeper connection between what you’re feeling and how you’re eating.
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| 184. Dietitian's With Eating Disorders? | 23 Oct 2025 | 00:28:44 | |
Why do so many dietitians have a history of disordered eating? And are there dietitians still struggling with these issues while working to help others? In this episode, we’re unpacking these two important questions, exploring the personal experiences that often lead dietitians into the field, and examining the challenges and ethical concerns that arise when unresolved struggles persist. We’ll dive into the reasons behind these patterns and what they reveal about the intersection of personal healing and professional practice.
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| 183. Victoria's Secret Model Controversy | 16 Oct 2025 | 00:23:57 | |
Why is everyone so upset about this year’s runway models? Spoiler: it’s all tied to diet culture. In this episode, we’re breaking down the backlash surrounding the models chosen for the fashion show and diving into the deeper issues fueling the outrage.
Mentioned: The Victoria's Secret Fashion Show
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| 182. Taylor Swift vs. Charli xcx: How Diet Culture Fuels the Fire | 09 Oct 2025 | 00:17:42 | |
Everyone’s buzzing about the feud—but have you considered how diet culture might be a part of it? In this episode, we’re breaking down how societal pressures, beauty standards, and the media’s obsession with women’s bodies play into the drama. Let’s unpack what’s really at the root of it all.
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