Best Michael Levin Epstein Podcasts (2024)

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Product Design in Healthcare with Preethi Raju, Formerly of Amazon One Medical 25:43

2h ago25:43

25:43

Michael chats with Preethi Raju, Product Design Leader, most recently at Amazon One Medical. In this episode, Michael and Preethi discuss Preethi's background and journey toward her role, the importance of holistic design in healthcare, innovation and collaboration in healthcare through design, how thoughful product design creates real impact in he…

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142. Are Eating Disorders Considered Addictions? with Iris Epstein RD, CDCES, CEDS-S, CAI 47:08

6h ago47:08

47:08

Are eating disorders actually a type of addiction? It’s easy to think of eating disorders as, well, a disorder. But when we start to really dive into the nitty gritty, are they actually considered an addiction? In today’s episode, I am joined by Iris Epstein. Since 2004, Iris Epstein RD, CDCES, CEDS-S, CAI has focused her career on eating disorder …

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142. Are Eating Disorders Considered Addictions? with Iris Epstein RD, CDCES, CEDS-S, CAI 47:08

6h ago47:08

47:08

Are eating disorders actually a type of addiction? It’s easy to think of eating disorders as, well, a disorder. But when we start to really dive into the nitty gritty, are they actually considered an addiction? In today’s episode, I am joined by Iris Epstein. Since 2004, Iris Epstein RD, CDCES, CEDS-S, CAI has focused her career on eating disorder …

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141. The Problem With Our Culture and How To Change It with Michael Levine, Ph.D., FAED 54:39

12d ago54:39

54:39

How do we challenge cultural norms when society has a strong perception of how things “should” be? Cultural and environmental factors undeniably influence our understanding and experience of our relationship with food and our bodies. But, let’s reconsider them. This is an opportunity to examine how our personal, professional, and political actions …

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141. The Problem With Our Culture and How To Change It with Michael Levine, Ph.D., FAED 54:39

4h ago54:39

54:39

How do we challenge cultural norms when society has a strong perception of how things “should” be? Cultural and environmental factors undeniably influence our understanding and experience of our relationship with food and our bodies. But, let’s reconsider them. This is an opportunity to examine how our personal, professional, and political actions …

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In Pursuit of a More Viable Career Pathway 51:36

10d ago51:36

51:36

In this episode of Apprenticeship 2.0, Joe chats with Dr. Mallory Dwinal-Palisch, Founder and Chancellor of Reach University. Together, they talk about Mallory’s journey and vision for the apprenticeship degree, dating back to her days at Oxford University; how she and Joe came together to imagine and bring Reach to life; the qualities that make up…

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140. Cliff Notes: Everything You Need to Know About Eating Disorder Treatment Before You Begin 19:10

7d ago19:10

19:10

The idea of eating disorder treatment can feel very overwhelming. If you aren’t sure where to start, then this episode is for you. Think of it as your crash course—because who doesn't love a good cliff notes version? When it comes to eating disorder treatment, building an outpatient team (if we’ve excluded higher level of care for now) is probably …

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140. Cliff Notes: Everything You Need to Know About Eating Disorder Treatment Before You Begin 19:10

7d ago19:10

19:10

The idea of eating disorder treatment can feel very overwhelming. If you aren’t sure where to start, then this episode is for you. Think of it as your crash course—because who doesn't love a good cliff notes version? When it comes to eating disorder treatment, building an outpatient team (if we’ve excluded higher level of care for now) is probably …

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Bridging the Gap Between Social and School with Laura Tierney 42:10

13d ago42:10

42:10

In this episode, Michael chats with Laura Tierney, Founder and CEO of The Social Institute. Together, they discuss what led Laura to create The Social Institute, how the organization bridges the gap between students and educators and parents, the company’s gamified peer-to-peer #WinAtSocial learning platform, how the platform is helping schools imp…

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139. Fertility and Nutrition with Rachelle Mallik MA, RD, LDN 38:14

14d ago38:14

38:14

How many old wives’ tales have you heard about nutrition and fertility? More importantly, how often have doctors told you that intentional weight loss will miraculously improve your IVF outcomes? If you’re even slightly “overweight” and experiencing fertility issues, it’s common for doctors to subtly (or not so subtly) suggest you “lose a little we…

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139. Fertility and Nutrition with Rachelle Mallik MA, RD, LDN 38:14

14d ago38:14

38:14

How many old wives’ tales have you heard about nutrition and fertility? More importantly, how often have doctors told you that intentional weight loss will miraculously improve your IVF outcomes? If you’re even slightly “overweight” and experiencing fertility issues, it’s common for doctors to subtly (or not so subtly) suggest you “lose a little we…

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138. Substance Use and Eating Disorders with Sydney Greene, MS, RDN 45:37

28d ago45:37

45:37

Have you ever noticed how sometimes substance use and eating disorders are intertwined? It turns out, these issues like to hang out together more often than not, complicating treatment and recovery. So, why do we keep these so separate in our conversations? There’s this illusion that some people can juggle their substance use with such precision. S…

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138. Substance Use and Eating Disorders with Sydney Greene, MS, RDN 45:37

21d ago45:37

45:37

Have you ever noticed how sometimes substance use and eating disorders are intertwined? It turns out, these issues like to hang out together more often than not, complicating treatment and recovery. So, why do we keep these so separate in our conversations? There’s this illusion that some people can juggle their substance use with such precision. S…

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Forging Innovative Career Pathways Through Strategic Collaboration 30:44

24d ago30:44

30:44

In this episode of Apprenticeship 2.0, Joe and new co-host Dr. Kiko Suarez, Reach University’s new Chief Impact Officer, chat with John Kelly, Executive Director of the Colorado Governor’s Commission on Community Service. Together, they discuss the importance of aligning workforce development and AmeriCorps; how John and his colleagues have shifted…

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Life-Saving Endothermic Technology with ColdVest’s Tracie Wagman 22:59

27d ago22:59

22:59

Michael chats with Tracie Wagman, CEO of ColdVest. In this episode, Michael and Tracie discuss ColdVest and how it addresses the growing issue of heat-related deaths, the benefits of ColdVest and its endothermic technology, how Tracie sees ColdVest evolving in the future, and much more. This episode is sponsored by ColdVest, ColdVest.com.…

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Next-Level Robotics for Education with Hal Speed 32:57

1M ago32:57

32:57

In this episode, Michael chats with Hal Speed, Head of North America for Robotical. Together, they discuss Hal’s background and what brought him to Robotical; advancements with the company’s flagship product, Marty the Robot; the evolution of AI and machine learning in education; getting out ahead of challenges with employability in an increasingly…

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137. Eating Disorder Recovery Cannot Happen Without This 16:10

28d ago16:10

16:10

Recovery is overwhelming. If it feels like trying to solve a Rubik’s cube blindfolded, you’re not alone. But guess what? There’s one (okay, maybe two, but let’s not split hairs) thing that’s crucial for recovery to happen. Just one. And that is: eating adequately and consistently. It's the magic bullet that helps decrease food obsessions, restores …

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137. Eating Disorder Recovery Cannot Happen Without This 16:10

28d ago16:10

16:10

Recovery is overwhelming. If it feels like trying to solve a Rubik’s cube blindfolded, you’re not alone. But guess what? There’s one (okay, maybe two, but let’s not split hairs) thing that’s crucial for recovery to happen. Just one. And that is: eating adequately and consistently. It's the magic bullet that helps decrease food obsessions, restores …

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136. Critical Thinking about Anti-Diet Messages 18:51

1M ago18:51

18:51

“This intuitive eating thing is BS, I tried it and it didn’t work.” Sound familiar? Trust me, you’re not alone. Today we’re talking about another hot topic that’s been buzzing all over social media, popping up in emails and filling my DMs. \ That’s right, we’re talking about critical thinking in the realm of anti-diet messaging. Tweetable Quotes "I…

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136. Critical Thinking about Anti-Diet Messages 18:51

1M ago18:51

18:51

“This intuitive eating thing is BS, I tried it and it didn’t work.” Sound familiar? Trust me, you’re not alone. Today we’re talking about another hot topic that’s been buzzing all over social media, popping up in emails and filling my DMs. \ That’s right, we’re talking about critical thinking in the realm of anti-diet messaging. Tweetable Quotes "I…

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135. Relationships with Eli Weinstein LCSW 44:12

1M ago44:12

44:12

Saying “no” sometimes means saying “yes”. Okay, don’t let me misguide you here. What I mean, is that sometimes when you say “no” in one area of your life, you’re often saying “yes” to another. When you say “no” to working overtime, you are saying “yes” to spending time with your family. When you say “no” to going out for drinks on a Friday evening,…

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135. Relationships with Eli Weinstein LCSW 44:12

1M ago44:12

44:12

Saying “no” sometimes means saying “yes”. Okay, don’t let me misguide you here. What I mean, is that sometimes when you say “no” in one area of your life, you’re often saying “yes” to another. When you say “no” to working overtime, you are saying “yes” to spending time with your family. When you say “no” to going out for drinks on a Friday evening,…

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Evolving Solutions for the Classroom with Lisa Flint 16:18

2M ago16:18

16:18

In this episode, Michael chats with Lisa Flint, Director of Sales at OtterBusiness. Together, they discuss Otter’s Achiever and Defender series, how the company is evolving to serve the edtech space and beyond, an innovative new Otter product, and much more. Music by Ruwin from Pixabay

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Dissecting the Narrative on Higher Education and Apprenticeship in the U.S. 43:09

2M ago43:09

43:09

In this episode of Apprenticeship 2.0, Joe chats with Jamie Merisotis, president and CEO of Lumina Foundation; an internationally recognized leader in higher education, philanthropy, and public policy whose work has appeared in The Washington Post, The New York Times, Forbes, and many other high-profile outlets; and author of America Needs Talent a…

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134. GLP Medications and Eating Disorders with Dr. Kim Dennis 48:25

2M ago48:25

48:25

Remember the last time we dipped our toes into the hot world of Ozempic and other GLP meds? Yeah, we barely scratched the surface. The world is absolutely obsessed with GLP medications, and the more we know, the better we can make informed decisions—without all the drama, please. But honestly, conversations around Ozempic, Wegovy, and other GLP med…

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134. GLP Medications and Eating Disorders with Dr. Kim Dennis 48:25

2M ago48:25

48:25

Remember the last time we dipped our toes into the hot world of Ozempic and other GLP meds? Yeah, we barely scratched the surface. The world is absolutely obsessed with GLP medications, and the more we know, the better we can make informed decisions—without all the drama, please. But honestly, conversations around Ozempic, Wegovy, and other GLP med…

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VR, AR, and Immersive Classroom Tech with Glenn Collins 31:50

2M ago31:50

31:50

In this episode, Michael chats with Glenn Collins, Founder and Chief Revenue Officer at Umety. Together, they discuss Umety’s history and background, the value of virtual and augmented reality in education, the company’s innovations for K–12 education, how schools are utilizing technology in the classroom today, and much more. Catch Glenn and Umety…

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A Strategic Approach to Edtech Innovation with Emily Cook 25:02

2M ago25:02

25:02

In this episode, Michael chats with Emily Cook, Vice President of Educational Services at Bluum. Together, they discuss Bluum’s mission and how that drives impact in education, the company’s strategic approach to education technology, edtech trends—including funding, AI, and esports—and much more. Catch Emily and Bluum at ISTE Live in Denver, June …

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133. 5 Tips for Summer and Body Image/"Out of Control" Food Struggles 11:50

2M ago11:50

11:50

Ah, summer—the time of year when the sun is blazing, the BBQs are sizzling, and the body image issues are... lurking. If the thought of putting on your swimsuit and being invited to a pool party sends shivers down your spine, you're not alone. There’s an often misunderstood world of intuitive eating. Sure, it’s all about “all foods fit” and “no foo…

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133. 5 Tips for Summer and Body Image/"Out of Control" Food Struggles 11:50

2M ago11:50

11:50

Ah, summer—the time of year when the sun is blazing, the BBQs are sizzling, and the body image issues are... lurking. If the thought of putting on your swimsuit and being invited to a pool party sends shivers down your spine, you're not alone. There’s an often misunderstood world of intuitive eating. Sure, it’s all about “all foods fit” and “no foo…

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Uncovering Emerging Apprenticeships 52:55

2M ago52:55

52:55

In this episode of Apprenticeship 2.0, Joe chats with Shari Franey, Chief Operating Officer at Hamilton-Ryker; Jennifer John, Early Childhood Education Instructor and Grant Coordinator for the Childcare Apprenticeship Program at Harford Community College in Maryland; Dr. Sandy Gibson, Professor of Online Counselor Education at The College of New Je…

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NCAD Highlights: Marjorie Ringrose, Director of Education, Richard and Susan Smith Family Foundation 18:30

2M ago18:30

18:30

In this bonus episode short, Apprenticeship 2.0 revisits the bonus episode published earlier in 2024 on the National Center for the Apprenticeship Degree, which was created to spearhead meaningful change at the intersection of apprenticeship, education, and workforce development. In this short, Joe and Liz chat with Marjorie Ringrose, Director of E…

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NCAD Highlights: Ross Lohr, Managing Director, Accelerate the Future 17:54

2M ago17:54

17:54

In this bonus episode short, Apprenticeship 2.0 revisits the bonus episode published earlier in 2024 on the National Center for the Apprenticeship Degree, which was created to spearhead meaningful change at the intersection of apprenticeship, education, and workforce development. In this short, Joe and Liz chat with Ross Lohr, Managing Director of …

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NCAD Highlights: Taylor White, Director, Partnership to Advance Youth Apprenticeship & Postsecondary Pathways for Youth 19:00

2M ago19:00

19:00

In this bonus episode short, Apprenticeship 2.0 revisits the bonus episode published earlier in 2024 on the National Center for the Apprenticeship Degree, which was created to spearhead meaningful change at the intersection of apprenticeship, education, and workforce development. In this short, Joe and Liz chat with Taylor White, Director of the Pa…

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NCAD Highlights: Katherine Keegan, Director, Office of the Future of Work, Colorado Department of Labor and Employment 20:19

2M ago20:19

20:19

In this bonus episode short, Apprenticeship 2.0 revisits the bonus episode published earlier in 2024 on the National Center for the Apprenticeship Degree, which was created to spearhead meaningful change at the intersection of apprenticeship, education, and workforce development. In this short, Joe and Liz chat with Katherine Keegan, Director of th…

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132. Parents and Families with Judy Krasna from FEAST 42:23

3M ago42:23

42:23

You know, parents have an intuition for a reason. If you ever feel like your child is getting worse or not receiving the right treatment, trust your gut and seek alternatives. Many listeners have requested episodes focused on parents and families dealing with eating disorders. We usually address the issues from the perspective of those struggling o…

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132. Parents and Families with Judy Krasna from FEAST 42:23

2M ago42:23

42:23

You know, parents have an intuition for a reason. If you ever feel like your child is getting worse or not receiving the right treatment, trust your gut and seek alternatives. Many listeners have requested episodes focused on parents and families dealing with eating disorders. We usually address the issues from the perspective of those struggling o…

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NCAD Highlights: Kristi Kirschner, Founder, Gateway Education Partners 25:10

3M ago25:10

25:10

In this bonus episode short, Apprenticeship 2.0 revisits the bonus episode published earlier in 2024 on the National Center for the Apprenticeship Degree, which was created to spearhead meaningful change at the intersection of apprenticeship, education, and workforce development. In this short, Joe and Liz chat with Kristi Kirschner, Founder of Gat…

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NCAD Highlights: Eric Dunker, Executive Director, NCAD 25:15

3M ago25:15

25:15

In this mini bonus episode, Apprenticeship 2.0 revisits the bonus episode published in April on the National Center for the Apprenticeship Degree, which was created to spearhead meaningful change at the intersection of apprenticeship, education, and workforce development. In this portion of that bonus episode, Joe and Liz chat with Eric Dunker, Exe…

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Bonus Episode: Highlighting Our Marketing Partners 12:27

3M ago12:27

12:27

In this fourth bonus episode, Apprenticeship 2.0 gives the floor to its marketing partners. These leaders in the apprenticeship space support not only the podcast but apprenticeship initiatives across the U.S. Serving as the voices of these organizations are Stephanie Curtis, Executive Director of Teacher Apprentice Sponsor Coaching and Collaborati…

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131. Real Nutrition Information Minus the Shame with Claire Chewning RDN 25:19

3M ago25:19

25:19

Are you team strict diet or team intuitive eating? Or maybe, the team thing is kind of ridiculous. When it comes to nutrition, it often feels like we're stuck between two opposing camps: those who are all about strict diets and scientific nutrition, and those who advocate for intuitive eating. It’s like there’s an invisible line, and folks tend to …

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131. Real Nutrition Information Minus the Shame with Claire Chewning RDN 25:19

2M ago25:19

25:19

Are you team strict diet or team intuitive eating? Or maybe, the team thing is kind of ridiculous. When it comes to nutrition, it often feels like we're stuck between two opposing camps: those who are all about strict diets and scientific nutrition, and those who advocate for intuitive eating. It’s like there’s an invisible line, and folks tend to …

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The Intersection of Higher Ed and Apprenticeship Degrees – Part Two 52:53

3M ago52:53

52:53

In the second of Apprenticeship 2.0’s two-part series on institutions of higher education and apprenticeship degrees, Joe and Liz chat with Dr. Pam Eddinger, President of Bunker Hill Community College in Massachusetts, and Dr. Liz Qualman, Director of Teacher Education at Colorado Mountain College. Together, they discuss the U.S. Department of Labo…

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Battling the Overdose Epidemic in Rural America With the Global Health Advocacy Incubator’s Libby Jones 33:19

3M ago33:19

33:19

In this episode, Michael chats with Elizabeth “Libby” Jones, Program Director of the Global Health Advocacy Incubator’s Overdose Prevention Initiative (OPI). Together, they discuss OPI’s mission, what they’re working on now, differences between rural and urban issues surrounding the opioid crisis and overdose epidemic, what’s happening at the feder…

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130. So You Think Processed Foods Caused Obesity and the Answer is Weight Loss 18:59

3M ago18:59

18:59

What is really considered an “expert” opinion? When we talk about topics like weight loss or body positivity from an emotional angle, it's easy to paint the other side as the villain. It's tempting to accuse those advocating for weight loss of spreading misinformation or manipulating the truth. It’s tempting to speak with cynicism and sarcasm and s…

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130. So You Think Processed Foods Caused Obesity and the Answer is Weight Loss 18:59

3M ago18:59

18:59

What is really considered an “expert” opinion? When we talk about topics like weight loss or body positivity from an emotional angle, it's easy to paint the other side as the villain. It's tempting to accuse those advocating for weight loss of spreading misinformation or manipulating the truth. It’s tempting to speak with cynicism and sarcasm and s…

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129. The Deeper Meaning of Your Eating Disorder + What to Do About It with Karen Koenig MED, LCSW 41:58

3M ago41:58

41:58

Communication shapes our world. The words we use don't just reflect our thoughts; they shape our experiences, both internally and in our relationships with others. We often ask: What's the deeper meaning behind someone's struggle with food? What could be going on beneath the surface? While these questions are important, we should also be thinking o…

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129. The Deeper Meaning of Your Eating Disorder + What to Do About It with Karen Koenig MED, LCSW 41:58

3M ago41:58

41:58

Communication shapes our world. The words we use don't just reflect our thoughts; they shape our experiences, both internally and in our relationships with others. We often ask: What's the deeper meaning behind someone's struggle with food? What could be going on beneath the surface? While these questions are important, we should also be thinking o…

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128. Sex and Eating Disorders with Dr. Judith Brisman 48:46

3M ago48:46

48:46

Food, desire, intuition, and… sex. We often get stuck in the food and body image loop when discussing eating disorders. But let's be real, it's so much more than that! Our relationship with food and our bodies spills over into every aspect of our lives, especially anything that connects with our desires, including our sexual desires and intimacy. T…

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