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Sick & The City

Melanie Shafranek & Amanda Tiberi

Health & Fitness

Frequency: 1 episode/28d. Total Eps: 24

TWO SICK CHICKS IN NEW YORK SPILLING THE TEA ON CHRONIC ILLNESS. Amanda (@amandanovawellness) and Melanie (@everybodybymel) have both been dealing with chronic illness for almost a decade. Together, they have found a space to feel like themselves discussing all things alternative healing, nutrition, and celebrity gossip. Join them to hear about living life in New York while balancing symptoms, jobs, relationships, and their own businesses.

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🇨🇦 Canada - nutrition
04/07/2025
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Episode 24: Sage That Sh*t

Episode 24

Monday, November 7, 2022 • Duration 01:05:49

In this cleansing episode of Sick & The City, Amanda and Mel chat about spiritual and energetic hygiene. They cover how to know when you’re collecting other people’s energies, how to get rid of those unwanted energies and how to protect yourself in the future! Get ready for a wild ride of fall rituals and all the resources you need to cleanse your soul (and your home!). Listen all the way to the end to catch Hot Goss on what Amanda and Mel are currently watching and vibing to!

Intro:

Halloween Parties & Rituals 0:00-12:00
Olive + Grayce Updates - 12:00

Topic: Energetic Cleansing

Sage + Palo Santo - 15:00
Picking up other people’s “energetic stuff” - 18:00
Spiritual Hygiene & Cord Cutting 21:00
Cleansing + Protecting Rituals- 29:52

Hot Goss:

Love is Blind - 43:45
From Scratch - 55:40
Tell Me Lies Recap - 59:00
Julie & The Phantoms - 1:00:20
Upcoming: Selena Gomez Doc Nov 4, Falling For Christmas Nov 10, Sex Lives of College Girls Nov 17, Spirited Nov 18

Link to Amanda’s Spiritual Playlist:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1zft94jAxV6kHaTG74U24H?si=o54W1e9ES6eMUMXddyffJQ

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Episode 23: How to Retrain Your Brain with DNRS

Episode 23

Monday, October 24, 2022 • Duration 58:23

In this therapeutic episode of SATC, Amanda & Mel discuss the healing modality of DNRS for the mind. Mel takes us through her experience with DNRS, how and why it works to retrain the brain. This technique has helped many, including Mel, break through plateaus in their healing journey and the dynamic duo are excited to introduce it to you! The episode starts off with spanking new Hot Goss in medicine and music and ends with brand new shows, movies and more. Buckle up and join us for one special ride that is episode 23!

Intro:

Mel’s New Gig – 4:25
Amanda’s new medicine – 7:30

Topic: DNRS (Dynamic Neural Retraining System)

What it is and Mel’s Story – 14:00
How it works – 20:00
The DNRS Program – 24:00
Additional Modalities – 39:00
How to find DNRS 45:00

Hot Goss:

Fate: The Winx Saga – 48:00
New Movies (Bros, After Ever Happy, Rosaline) - 53:50

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DNRS (Dynamic Neural Retraining System)

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Episode 14: Happy Hormones, Happy Life (and Now Amanda’s a Wife!)

Episode 14

Monday, October 18, 2021 • Duration 01:15:45

Amanda and Mel are BACK with a bang! In this super-fun easy listening episode, the duo catch up, spill tea, and recap all the happenings during their September hiatus. So much has happened between weddings, courses, cookbooks and concerts, and this episode fills you in on it all. Closing out with a jam-packed HOT GOSS segment covering new shows, old shows and an impromptu visit to a movie theater. You won’t want to miss hanging out with Amanda and Mel in this episode!

Intro: Life Updates & Where We Have Been

Amanda’s Cookbook 4:00
Mel’s Course Update 6:00
Amanda’s Course 9:00

Topic: Happy Hormones, Happy Life (Amanda got married!)

Hormones, Thyroid & Labwork 10:00
Back to the world at the Jonas Brothers Concert 18:00
Amanda’s Wedding Weekend 20:00
Honeymooning 49:00

Hot Goss (54:00)

Vampire Diaries Re-Watch 54:23
Riverdale Updates & Finale 56:00
Good Trouble 58:49
Squid Game 1:02:00
Ted Lasso 1:03:00
The New James Bond Movie 1:05:00
Sex Education NEW season! 1:08:00
Bachelor in Paradise Finale 1:10:00

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Episode 13: Over the Hangover, From Cocktail to Mocktails

Episode 13

Monday, August 16, 2021 • Duration 01:01:19

In this week’s episode, Amanda & Mel come back on the pod after a few week hiatus to chat about their individual journeys giving up alcohol and how it has changed their lives for the better! They cover the awkward phase of giving up drinking (what do I do with my hands?), tips and tricks for being in social situations and the important question of why behind making the choice to quit. The episode closes out with a long awaited Hot Goss that covers Panic, Outer Banks and the surprising finale of this season’s Bachelorette! Grab a mocktail and strap yourself in for an episode of laughs, girl talk and all the chronic illness tea that you need right now.

Intro:

Where we’ve been & what’s going on (0:30)
Amanda bachelorette party (2:30)

Topic: Alcohol Woes

How did we get here? (14:00)
Why did we decide to give up drinking? (17:00)
Dealing with being sober in social situations (20:00)
Tips & tricks to navigate staying sober (25:18)

HOT GOSS (44:00)

Panic is CANCELLED! (45:00)
Outer Banks (47:00)
The Kissing Booth 3 (SPOILERS ahead!) (50:10)
Never Have I Ever (55:10)
After We Collided Update (55:45)
Fboy Island (56:30)
Bachelorette Finale (57:00)

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Episode 12: Mold Sucks

Episode 12

Monday, July 19, 2021 • Duration 01:23:25

In this essential episode, Amanda & Mel dive into the depths of mold. With a mix of expertise and real-life experience, they discuss all the important details of dealing with mold; how you know you have it, where to find it, what to do when you have it and how to move forward. The episode closes off on a light note with delicious Hot Goss discussing all things Bachelorette, The Bold Type and a BIG surprise from a new show, called Sex/Life. You won’t want to miss this wild ride of an episode!

Intro:

Mel got the Pfizer COVID vaccine: side effects and aftermath (1:00)
Job News & Self Care (13:22)

Topic: Mold Toxicity

How to Know if You Have Mold: Signs & Symptoms (25:10)
How & Where to Find Mold (35:27)
What to Do When You Have Mold & How to Get Rid of It (43:00)
How to Move Forward from Mold (54:00)

HOT GOSS (58:00)

Favorite Will/They Won’t They Couple
The Bold Type Finale (No spoilers)
Never Have I Ever
Virgin River Season 3
Outer Banks Season 2 Trailer
The Bachelorette Updates
BIG surprise from the show Sex/Life

For more information and resources, purchase Mel's Guide To Surviving Mold Toxicity eBook at Everybodybymel.com

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Episode 11: Down With Diet Culture & Up With Body Positivity

Episode 11

Monday, June 28, 2021 • Duration 01:14:06

In this fast-paced, fun-filled episode Amanda and Mel dive head-first into the long awaited topic of diet culture and body positivity. The two open up about their personal struggles with dieting and growing up in a time when thin was in. They share tips on how to remain healthy, at whatever size or way healthy looks for YOU. The episode closes out with a Hot Goss segment fresh off the presses and touching on all things the duo love in TV right now. If you enjoy the ride remember to like, comment, and subscribe!

Intro:

Amanda’s Bridal Shower (2:08)
Changing and Post-Pandemic Newness (7:02)
Dealing with Dietary Restrictions while Socializing (10:00)
Mel’s Metro-North Train Mishap (11:24)

Topics: Diet Culture & Body Positivity

Diving into Diet Culture – What is a Beach Body? (19:21)
The Ghosts of Diets Past (23:21)
Body Image & Specific Dietary Patterns (38:58)
Normalize Normal Bodies (44:00)
Size Inclusivity (52:41)
Stop Commenting on People’s Bodies, Just Don’t (54:10)

Hot Goss: (1:02:11)

Starstruck (1:03:19)
Cruel Summer Finale (1:07:44)
Amanda Loves RuPaul (1:11:07)

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Episode 10: Don't You Know That You're Toxic? Tips & Tricks For Detoxification

Episode 10

Monday, June 14, 2021 • Duration 01:31:22

In this light-hearted, yet educational episode, Amanda & Mel explore all things detoxification. The two flex their nutritional and functional expertise on how, why and when to detox your body and give you all that you need to know on this powerful healing tool. The episode closes out with a romance-driven Hot Goss that covers off on the girls' favorite will they/won't they TV couples. Get ready for a fun-filled episode of laughs!

Intro:

Getting ready for Amanda’s bridal shower (1:30)
Mel's new nutrition jobs (4:15)
Mel’s move upstate (13:10)

Topics: Tips & Tricks For Detoxification

Health changes since moving out of the city (13:10)
Amanda's health transition (19:38)
Our favorite detoxification methods (27:36)
Detoxing foods (43:28)
Supplements for detoxification (53:18)

Hot Goss:

Shadow & Bone (54:43)
Younger Series Finale (57:57)
Panic on Amazon Prime (1:05:17)
Our favorite Will They/Won't They couples (1:10:30)
Cruel Summer (1:22:44)
The Bold Type (1:24:45)
The Bachelorette premiere (1:25:48)

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Episode 9: All You Need To Know About Navigating COVID-19, mRNA Vaccines & Chronic Illness

Episode 9

Tuesday, June 1, 2021 • Duration 01:35:20

In their latest episode, Amanda & Mel tackle the vastly important topic of COVID-19 & Vaccines. Understanding the sensitivity around this hot topic, the duo aim to present facts, research and details to equip their audience with easy-to-digest information without any bias. Amanda & Mel rely on personal experience, research studies and info from The Whole View, a podcast by Dr. Sarah Ballantyne, PhD & Stacy Toth to bring you this very special episode.

Intro:

Decisions, Disclaimers & Details (1:27)

Topic: COVID-19, mRNA Vaccines & Chronic Illness

Mel’s Covid Journey (6:00)
Is it Covid or Chronic Illness? (15:00)
Things that Helped Deal with Covid-19 (17:35)
What you need to make the big V decision (24:00)
Vaccine Injury & Chronic Disease (28:41)
mNRA Vaccines: How, What, Why (33:15)
Vaccine & Chronic Illness Flares (40:00)
Allergic Reactions to the V & Should I get the Second Dose (47:00)
Myth Busting! (52:00)
Menstruation, Hormones & Shedding (53:33)
Do the mRNAs override our DNA? (1:01:00)
Pregnancy & Pre-pregnancy (1:07:00)
Can you get Covid-19 after getting Vaccinated? (1:19:00)
Long Haul Symptoms and Moving Forward (1:29:00)

Disclaimer: The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. The scientific research and information provided in this episode were provided by Dr. Sarah Ballantyne, PhD of the Paleo Mom and The Whole View Podcast. If interested in references to the studies presented, please visit their website or listen to their vaccine series: episodes , , , , , and .

Episode 8: Hospitalization, Medication, and Misdiagnosis

Episode 8

Monday, May 3, 2021 • Duration 01:17:40

In this week’s energetic, roller coaster ride of an episode, Amanda and Mel explore how to navigate hospitalizations, medications, misdiagnoses and auto-inflammatory conditions. They take a deep dive into the inner workings of the immune system and explain cutting edge information with a side of laughter and sarcasm. The episode closes out with Hot Goss, where the dynamic duo covers all things TV and celebs. Make sure to tune in as this is one you will not want to miss!

Topics:

Mel moving out of NYC (1:03)
Upstate NY (4:23)

Hospitalization, Medication, and Misdiagnosis:

Amanda's recent hospitalization (11:40)
Self care intervention & stress (25:00)
Medication situation (26:48)
Immune system: Innate & Adaptive (38:30)
Auto-inflammatory conditions (43:00)
Diagnosis woes (50:00)

HOT GOSS (56:29)

How I Met Your Father: Hilary Duff announcement!
Younger Season 7 so far
Cruel Summer
Baker and The Beauty
The Circle
Shadow & Bone

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Episode 7: SIBO Made Simple With Phoebe Lapine

Episode 7

Monday, April 19, 2021 • Duration 01:18:01

In the seventh episode of SATC the girls make the topic of SIBO easy and accessible. Amanda and Mel cover the ins and outs of SIBO, how it is diagnosed, and how it is treated. Then in a very special guest interview, the duo speak to best-selling and award-winning food and health writer, Phoebe Lapine. In Phoebe's latest book, SIBO Made Simple, she equips people with information on how they can overcome their own underlying gut issues. Make sure to tune in for this fun and informative episode, and don't miss the return of Hot Goss! Topics:

Mel started her course, The Everybody Program (1:30)
Our experience with SIBO: symptoms & what SIBO is (6:09)
Mold, Lyme, and SIBO go together (10:50)
How to get tested: breath tests (13:20)
Low FODMAP diet is a temporary fix (16:39)
Herbals for treatment & recovery (20:38)
Fasting to support the MMC (23:19)
DNRS is what cured Mel of SIBO (26:25)
Problems with probiotics (29:19)

Interview With Phoebe Lapine of Feed Me Phoebe:

Phoebe’s journey with Hashimoto’s and writing her first book, The Wellness Project
Discovering SIBO and writing her book, SIBO Made Simple (36:00)
Stress is the under appreciated root cause (38:56)
SIBO & IBS (39:50)
Healthy Hedonism: nourishing your body & feeding your spirit (45:00)
Low FODMAP recipes in Phoebe’s new book (46:50)
Phoebe’s podcast (51:24)
Gut health myth busting (54:00)

Hot Goss:

YOUNGER SEASON 7 (1:00:53)
Mel watched Love Island (1:05:07)
Sweet Magnolias Recap (1:07:34)
Demi Lovato Dancing With The Devil (1:12:14)

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