Best Human Guinea Pig Podcasts (2024)

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The Human Guinea Pigs of Camp Lazear 40:17

10d ago40:17

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Young doctor Jesse Lazear has deadly Yellow Fever. He thrashes around and convulses in his sick bed, and his vomit is black. He is just 34 when he dies. Curiously, mosquito expert Lazear was researching the disease when he became ill. Some historians think his infection wasn't an accident, and that he was secretly experimenting on himself... Today,…

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34 | Hormone Hot Topics: Ricezempic-Tiktok’s Latest Ozempic Dupe; Perimenopause & ADHD Symptoms; The Best Exercise for Insomnia; How Many Docs Does It Take to Diagnose Menopause? 25:56

9h ago25:56

25:56

Hey friend! Welcome to “Are You There, Midlife? It’s me, Monica.” Today’s episode is part of a special “Hormone Hot Topics” series of the podcast I’m hosting. Every other Thursday, now through the end of summer, I’m bringing you all of the juicy scoop on the perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause topics making the news!… In today’s episode, I…

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#764: Edward Norton and Martha Beck 2:48:00

18m ago2:48:00

2:48:00

This episode is a two-for-one, and that’s because the podcast recently hit its 10-year anniversary and passed one billion downloads. To celebrate, I’ve curated some of the best of the best—some of my favorites—from more than 700 episodes over the last decade. I could not be more excited. The episode features segments from episode #133 "Edward Norto…

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33 | Five Essential Travel Tips Every Perimenopausal Woman Needs To Know To Prevent Hormonal Imbalance & Jet Lag [SUMMER SERIES] 26:31

5d ago26:31

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Hey friend! Are you getting ready to go on vacation this month? Me too! 🙋‍♀️ More than 82% of all US adults–or more than 212 million people–are planning to take a vacation this summer. (That’s a lot of luggage, lol!) But all that travel can be hard on our hormones. Because when we travel, our sleep, healthy eating, hydration, and regular exercise r…

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#763: Margaret Atwood and Boyd Varty 3:00:50

14m ago3:00:50

3:00:50

This episode is a two-for-one, and that’s because the podcast recently hit its 10-year anniversary and passed one billion downloads. To celebrate, I’ve curated some of the best of the best—some of my favorites—from more than 700 episodes over the last decade. I could not be more excited. The episode features segments from episode #573 "Margaret Atw…

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32 | Six Tricks to Curb Cravings, Avoid Overeating, And Maintain Hormone Balance In Perimenopause [SUMMER SERIES] 23:14

7d ago23:14

23:14

Hey friend! Do you suffer from "food guilt"? If you’ve just come back from a summer vacation where you ate, drank, and maybe indulged a little too much…and are now feeling bad about it…you’re not alone. In fact, according to a recent survey of 2,000 men and women in the US, about 1 in 3 people eat food that makes them feel guilty and 39% of women s…

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#762: Coach George Raveling and Claire Hughes Johnson 2:47:55

4d ago2:47:55

2:47:55

This episode is a two-for-one, and that’s because the podcast recently hit its 10-year anniversary and passed one billion downloads. To celebrate, I’ve curated some of the best of the best—some of my favorites—from more than 700 episodes over the last decade. I could not be more excited. The episode features segments from episode #332 "Coach George…

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31 | Hormone Hot Topics: Perimenopausal Depression; Fear of Driving in Mid Life; Is Menopause Stalling Your Career?; The Connection Between Low Estrogen & Dementia 22:32

16d ago22:32

22:32

Hey friend! Welcome to “Are You There, Midlife? It’s me, Monica.” Hi, I’m Monica and I’m super excited to bring you this week’s episode of “Hormone Hot Topics.” Every other Thursday, now through the end of summer, I’m bringing you the juicy scoop on the perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause stories making the news. In today’s episode, I’ll s…

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#761: General Stanley McChrystal and Liv Boeree 2:08:57

6d ago2:08:57

2:08:57

This episode is a two-for-one, and that’s because the podcast recently hit its 10-year anniversary and passed one billion downloads. To celebrate, I’ve curated some of the best of the best—some of my favorites—from more than 700 episodes over the last decade. I could not be more excited. The episode features segments from episode #86 "General Stan …

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30 | 8 Healthy Drinking Hacks To Reduce The Effects of Alcohol On Your Perimenopause or Menopause Symptoms (Pt. 2) [SUMMER SERIES] 26:25

7d ago26:25

26:25

Hey friend! Did you know today is officially the halfway point of summer? Yep! 47 days down and 47 days to go of sun, fun, and celebrating. (And by “celebrating,” I mean drinking.) If you’re a woman in perimenopause or menopause and you feel like drinking this summer is hitting you a little differently, you may be right. Research shows that hormona…

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#760: Robert Rodriguez and Susan Cain 2:10:51

10d ago2:10:51

2:10:51

This episode is a two-for-one, and that’s because the podcast recently hit its 10-year anniversary and passed one billion downloads. To celebrate, I’ve curated some of the best of the best—some of my favorites—from more than 700 episodes over the last decade. I could not be more excited. The episode features segments from episode #98 "The 'Wizard' …

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Embracing the Escape Fire (with Adam Grant) 36:52

24d ago36:52

36:52

Cautionary Conversation: Steve Jobs hated his phone so much that he smashed it against a wall. He also referred to mobile carriers as "orifices". Yet he went on to invent the world's most popular smartphone. Why did he change his mind? Tim Harford and organizational psychologist Adam Grant (Think Again, Hidden Potential) discuss the consequences of…

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#759: Nassim Nicholas Taleb and Todd McFarlane 2:16:42

16d ago2:16:42

2:16:42

This episode is a two-for-one, and that’s because the podcast recently hit its 10-year anniversary and passed one billion downloads. To celebrate, I’ve curated some of the best of the best—some of my favorites—from more than 700 episodes over the last decade. I could not be more excited. The episode features segments from episode #691 "Nassim Nicho…

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29 | Is Summer Drinking Sabotaging Your Hormones? 8 Signs Alcohol Is Impacting Your Perimenopause or Menopause Symptoms (Part 1) [SUMMER SERIES] 20:53

14d ago20:53

20:53

Hey friend! Have you been “celebrating” a lot this summer? (And by “celebrating” I mean drinking.) “Celebrating” is synonymous with summer. From commemorating summer holidays like Memorial Day, the Fourth of July, Father’s Day, and Labor Day weekend–to celebrating kids graduating from high school and college–to weddings, vacations and so much more.…

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#758: Jamie Foxx and Jacqueline Novogratz 2:31:15

18d ago2:31:15

2:31:15

This episode is a two-for-one, and that’s because the podcast recently hit its 10-year anniversary and passed one billion downloads. To celebrate, I’ve curated some of the best of the best—some of my favorites—from more than 700 episodes over the last decade. I could not be more excited. The episode features segments from episode #124 "Jamie Foxx o…

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28 | Hormone Hot Topics: Sleep Divorce; Mid Life Eating Disorders; Comic Relief for Menopause; Shocking Findings in Women's Health Study 21:23

19d ago21:23

21:23

Hey friend! Welcome to “Are You There, Midlife? It’s me, Monica.” Hi, I’m Monica and I’m super excited to bring to you the second episode of a brand NEW summer series of the podcast called, “Hormone Hot Topics.” Every other Thursday, now through the end of summer, I’m going to bring you the juicy scoop on the perimenopause, menopause, and post-meno…

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Cautionary Tales Presents Vultures from Lost Hills: Dark Canyon 37:15

1M ago37:15

37:15

The disappearance and death of Mitrice Richardson remains Malibu, CA’s most baffling unsolved case. It’s been nearly 14 years since her remains were discovered in a remote canyon, and still, no one has been held accountable for her demise. To this day, her death remains an unsolved mystery. The truth lies in the remote Malibu community where Mitric…

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#757: Matthew McConaughey and Aisha Tyler 2:49:08

20d ago2:49:08

2:49:08

This episode is a two-for-one, and that’s because the podcast recently hit its 10-year anniversary and passed one billion downloads. To celebrate, I’ve curated some of the best of the best—some of my favorites—from more than 700 episodes over the last decade. I could not be more excited. The episode features segments from episode #474 "Matthew McCo…

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27 | SAD In Summer? 3 Ways To Stop Perimenopausal Mood Swings, Anxiety, or Depression From Ruining Your Vacation [SUMMER SERIES] 19:53

21d ago19:53

19:53

Hey friend! Have you ever heard of “summertime sadness?” No, not the Lana Del Rey song…although that is a catchy tune! I’m talking about seasonal depression, irritability, and even anxiety that can occur during the summer…. especially in women with a hormonal imbalance. Yes! This is a thing! And it affects more of us ladies in perimenopause through…

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#756: Anne Lamott and Josh Waitzkin 2:17:52

25d ago2:17:52

2:17:52

This episode is a two-for-one, and that’s because the podcast recently hit its 10-year anniversary and passed one billion downloads. To celebrate, I’ve curated some of the best of the best—some of my favorites—from more than 700 episodes over the last decade. I could not be more excited. The episode features segments from episode #522 "Anne Lamott …

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Flying Too High: AI and Air France Flight 447 40:40

1M ago40:40

40:40

Panic has erupted in the cockpit of Air France Flight 447. The pilots are convinced they’ve lost control of the plane. It’s lurching violently. Then, it begins plummeting from the sky at breakneck speed, careening towards catastrophe. The pilots are sure they’re done-for. Only, they haven’t lost control of the aircraft at all: one simple manoeuvre …

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#755: Hugh Jackman and Esther Perel 2:33:02

27d ago2:33:02

2:33:02

This episode is a two-for-one, and that’s because the podcast recently hit its 10-year anniversary and passed one billion downloads. To celebrate, I’ve curated some of the best of the best—some of my favorites—from more than 700 episodes over the last decade. I could not be more excited. The episode features segments from episode #444 "Hugh Jackman…

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26 | Sleepless in Summer: Why You Can't Sleep & 4 (Natural) Sleep Hacks for Better ZZZ’s in Menopause [SUMMER SERIES] 23:17

28d ago23:17

23:17

How’s your summer going? Are you getting ready to go on vacation? Or maybe you’re on vacation right now??? Today’s episode was actually inspired by a mini vacay I took to Palm Springs in the spring. It was hot! Not record-breaking 126-degree weather hot like it was over the Fourth of July weekend… But hot enough that I had trouble sleeping. If you’…

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#754: Arnold Schwarzenegger and Ann Miura-Ko 2:41:28

1M ago2:41:28

2:41:28

This episode is a two-for-one, and that’s because the podcast recently hit its 10-year anniversary and passed one billion downloads. To celebrate, I’ve curated some of the best of the best—some of my favorites—from more than 700 episodes over the last decade. I could not be more excited. The episode features segments from episode #60 "Arnold Schwar…

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25 | Hormone Hot Topics: Saunas and Insulin Resistance; Fart Walks; Is Delaying Menopause The Key to Longevity?; Perimenopause Camp 19:49

1M ago19:49

19:49

Hey friend! Welcome to “Are You There, Midlife? It’s me, Monica.” Hi, I’m Monica and I’m super excited to kick off a brand new series of the podcast today called, “Hot Hormone Topics.” Every other Thursday, now through the end of summer, I’m going to bring you the juicy scoop on perimenopause and menopause stories making the news. In today’s episod…

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#753: Derek Sivers and Kevin Kelly 2:32:53

1M ago2:32:53

2:32:53

This episode is a two-for-one, and that’s because the podcast recently hit its 10-year anniversary and passed one billion downloads. To celebrate, I’ve curated some of the best of the best—some of my favorites—from more than 700 episodes over the last decade. I could not be more excited. The episode features segments from episode "Derek Sivers on D…

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24 | Can't Poop? 5 Tips To Relieve Constipation (And Balance Hormones) While Traveling [SUMMER SERIES] 20:55

1M ago20:55

20:55

Hey friend! How was your 4th of July? Did you enjoy your four days off? Whether you took a road trip out of state to visit family or friends, jumped into your RV to go camping at the beach, or flew to the nearest all-inclusive resort for some respite, travel causes a shift in your hormones. Today, I’m continuing my “Hot Flash Summer” podcast series…

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Run, Switzer, Run: The Women Who Broke the Marathon Taboo 36:18

2M ago36:18

36:18

Until the 1960s, it was deemed too "dangerous" for women athletes to run distances longer than 200m - and a marathon would kill them, or leave them unable to have children. Rubbish, of course. But when Kathrine Switzer signed up for the 1967 Boston Marathon, it wasn't the distance that bothered her - it was the enraged race director trying to assau…

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#752: Terry Crews and Richard Koch 3:08:23

1M ago3:08:23

3:08:23

This episode is a two-for-one, and that’s because the podcast recently hit its 10-year anniversary and passed one billion downloads. To celebrate, I’ve curated some of the best of the best—some of my favorites—from more than 700 episodes over the last decade. I could not be more excited. The episode features segments from episode #287 "Terry Crews …

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#751: Elizabeth Gilbert and Jack Kornfield 3:08:14

2M ago3:08:14

3:08:14

This episode is a two-for-one, and that’s because the podcast recently hit its 10-year anniversary and passed one billion downloads. To celebrate, I’ve curated some of the best of the best—some of my favorites—from more than 700 episodes over the last decade. I could not be more excited. The episode features segments from episode #430 "Elizabeth Gi…

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23 | Help! I'm Melting!: Six Tips to Beat the Summer Heat and Cool Menopausal Hot Flashes [SUMMER SERIES} 21:25

1M ago21:25

21:25

Hey friend, Can you believe summer is officially here?!? To me, summer means long walks on the beach with my furry rescues, Sadie and Elle Woods. Outdoor barbecues, concerts, and lazy days by the pool. And, of course, summer vacation!!! But if you’re in perimenopause, menopause, or even post-menopause, the changing weather can also cause a shift in…

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#750: Neil Gaiman and Debbie Millman 2:14:01

2M ago2:14:01

2:14:01

This episode is a two-for-one, and that’s because the podcast recently hit its 10-year anniversary and passed one billion downloads. To celebrate, I’ve curated some of the best of the best—some of my favorites—from more than 700 episodes over the last decade. I could not be more excited. The episode features segments from episode #366 "Neil Gaiman …

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22 | Weight Gain, Belly Fat, and What To Expect In Menopause: BONUS EPISODE 1:00:38

2M ago1:00:38

1:00:38

Hey friend, Today, I’m super excited to share this bonus episode about weight gain, belly fat, and what to expect in menopause. It’s from a recent discussion I had with Robin Rhine McDonald, host of the Vision Driven Health podcast, for a 6-week series on healthy hormones. This juicy episode is jam-packed with answers to the questions I get asked m…

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#749: Michael Lewis and Martine Rothblatt 2:18:19

2M ago2:18:19

2:18:19

This episode is a two-for-one, and that’s because the podcast recently hit its 10-year anniversary and passed one billion downloads. To celebrate, I’ve curated some of the best of the best—some of my favorites—from more than 700 episodes over the last decade. I could not be more excited. The episode features segments from episode #427 "Michael Lewi…

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21 | Metabolism, Blood Sugar And The Sneaky Saboteur of Weight Loss After 40 24:35

2M ago24:35

24:35

Hey friend, For the last 6 weeks, I’ve been discussing the 7 most common hormonal imbalances that cause weight gain in perimenopause and beyond. Today, I want to share one last sneaky saboteur of weight loss–especially in women over 40–that has a little to do with hormones and a lot to do with metabolic function. Age-Related Insulin Resistance ofte…

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Adidas v Puma: A Battle of Boots and Brothers 39:42

2M ago39:42

39:42

Adi and Rudi Dassler made sports shoes together - until a feud erupted between them. They set up competing companies, Adidas and Puma, and their bitter rivalry divided the sporting world, their family and even the inhabitants of their home town. The Dassler clan turned bickering into an art form - even drawing the likes of soccer legend Pele into t…

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#748: Pavel Tsatsouline and Christopher Sommer 3:21:06

2M ago3:21:06

3:21:06

This episode is a two-for-one, and that’s because the podcast recently hit its 10-year anniversary and passed one billion downloads. To celebrate, I’ve curated some of the best of the best—some of my favorites—from more than 700 episodes over the last decade. I could not be more excited. The episode features segments from episode #55 "Pavel Tsatsou…

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#747: Seth Godin and Dr. Sue Johnson 2:40:24

2M ago2:40:24

2:40:24

This episode is a two-for-one, and that’s because the podcast recently hit its 10-year anniversary and passed one billion downloads. To celebrate, I’ve curated some of the best of the best—some of my favorites—from more than 700 episodes over the last decade. I could not be more excited. The episode features segments from episode #138 "How Seth God…

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20 | Menopause, Sleeping Problems, and Post Menopausal Weight Gain: Is Low Estrogen to Blame? 23:39

2M ago23:39

23:39

Hey friend, Today, I’m concluding my “6 Weeks To Summer” podcast series where I unpack the 7 most common hormonal imbalances in perimenopause and menopause and how they contribute to hormonal weight gain. Are you OVER trying to do “all the things” to lose weight while the scale keeps going up and up...and up? Do you REFUSE to shop for bigger clothe…

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#746: Jerry Seinfeld and Maria Popova 2:09:51

2M ago2:09:51

2:09:51

This episode is a two-for-one, and that’s because the podcast recently hit its 10-year anniversary and passed one billion downloads. To celebrate, I’ve curated some of the best of the best—some of my favorites—from more than 700 episodes over the last decade. I could not be more excited. The episode features segments from episode #485 "Jerry Seinfe…

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19 | “Not Tonight. I’m Too Tired, Stressed, Hormonal…”: 3 More Ways To Boost Low Libido Naturally (Part 2) 37:47

2M ago37:47

37:47

Hey friend, Happy National Sex Day!!! Did you celebrate it? In case the date completely slipped your mind (blame it on perimenopause brain fog)...Or, like me, you never knew the day existed (and to be honest, do we really need the extra pressure of a NATIONAL sex day???....) National Sex Day was observed on June 9th to commemorate the importance of…

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#745: Rick Rubin and Mary Karr 2:14:18

2M ago2:14:18

2:14:18

This episode is a two-for-one, and that’s because the podcast recently hit its 10-year anniversary and passed one billion downloads. To celebrate, I’ve curated some of the best of the best—some of my favorites—from more than 700 episodes over the last decade. I could not be more excited. The episode features segments from episode #76 "Rick Rubin on…

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18 | Belly Fat, Insulin Resistance, and Hormonal Weight Gain: Do You Have Polycystic Ovary Syndrome? 22:07

2M ago22:07

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Hey friend, Today, I’m continuing my “6 Weeks To Summer” podcast series where I unpack the 7 most common hormonal imbalances in perimenopause and menopause and how they contribute to weight loss resistance. If you’ve never heard of PCOS or thought it was only something that affects women in their 20s or 30s, think again! It is this and other myths …

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The Revenge of the Whales 38:06

3M ago38:06

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In the middle of the Pacific Ocean, in 1819, Owen Chase is standing on a slowly sinking ship. It's just been headbutted by an 85 foot whale. It's taking in water. And now the creature is coming back for another go. This is a whaling ship, and Chase is convinced that he observes "fury and vengeance" in the animal. In 2010, an orca is performing for …

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#744: Jocko Willink and Sebastian Junger 2:37:48

2M ago2:37:48

2:37:48

This episode is a two-for-one, and that’s because the podcast recently hit its 10-year anniversary and passed one billion downloads. To celebrate, I’ve curated some of the best of the best—some of my favorites—from more than 700 episodes over the last decade. I could not be more excited. The episode features segments from episode #107 "The Scariest…

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#743: Dr. Jane Goodall and Cal Fussman 3:25:51

3M ago3:25:51

3:25:51

This episode is a two-for-one, and that’s because the podcast recently hit its 10-year anniversary and passed one billion downloads. To celebrate, I’ve curated some of the best of the best—some of my favorites—from more than 700 episodes over the last decade. I could not be more excited. The episode features segments from episode #421 "Dr. Jane Goo…

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17 | The Hidden Cause of Hormonal Weight Gain in Women Over 40: Adrenal Fatigue 34:12

2M ago34:12

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Hey friend, Today, I’m continuing my “6 Weeks To Summer” podcast series where I unpack the 7 most common hormonal imbalances in perimenopause and menopause and how they contribute to weight loss resistance. In today’s episode, I take a deep dive into High Cortisol and Adrenal Fatigue. While many functional medicine practitioners consider adrenal fa…

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#742: Tony Robbins and Jerry Colonna 2:10:14

3M ago2:10:14

2:10:14

This episode is a two-for-one, and that’s because the podcast recently hit its 10-year anniversary and passed one billion downloads. To celebrate, I’ve curated some of the best of the best—some of my favorites—from more than 700 episodes over the last decade. I could not be more excited. The episode features segments from episode #37 "Tony Robbins …

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16 | Can We Just Cuddle?: 3 Ways to Naturally Boost Low Libido in Women Over 40 (And Men!) Part 1 55:38

3M ago55:38

55:38

"I’ve had a long day. I'm just too tired." "I'm too stressed out right now. I have so much on my mind." "I need a shower.” I’m feeling bloated.” “Can we just cuddle instead?” Sound familiar? If your low libido or lack of desire to have sex has started to become a more frequent thing….If your lack of intimacy or connectedness with your husband or pa…

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#741: Jim Collins and Ed Zschau 2:08:15

3M ago2:08:15

2:08:15

This episode is a two-for-one, and that’s because the podcast recently hit its 10-year anniversary and passed one billion downloads. To celebrate, I’ve curated some of the best of the best—some of my favorites—from more than 700 episodes over the last decade. I could not be more excited. The episode features segments from episode #361 "Jim Collins …

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