Best Dawn Smith Theodore Podcasts (2024)

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Social Media, Conformity and the impacts on Dancers and Eating Disorders 19:49

8h ago19:49

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Social Media and conformity to sociocultural norms and messages about diet culture and body image can have a negative impact on dancer's psychological perspective on risk factors such as body image dissatisfaction, perfectionism, critical thoughts and cognitive distortions. Thank you for listening to The TuTu thin Podcast Please contact us through …

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#165: Psychological shifts during perinatal and postpartum times with Ivy Marguilies 22:01

22h ago22:01

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Dr. Ivy Love Margulies is a licensed clinical psychologist, hypnotherapist and death midwife who specializes in grief, loss, and trauma encompassing the entire spectrum of a woman’s reproductive and maternal mental health. She works with postpartum mood and anxiety disorders, birth trauma, NICU, preterm labor, miscarriage, infertility, pregnancy re…

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#164: Transitioning from all levels of care to private practice with Devon Cole 19:25

12d ago19:25

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Devon Cole is a weight inclusive, trauma informed RDN with private practice in Los Angeles. She received her training at Keck Medical Center and Children's Hospital LA and began her work as an RDN working in eating disorder treatment at all levels of care. She has worked at a variety of mental health facilities and schools, including Occidental's H…

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Declaration of Independence from your Eating Disorder 9:20

15d ago9:20

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As we approach our 248th birthday for the United States, I like to look at the Declaration of Independence and why we separated from Great Britain. They wanted to separate from Great Britain for the right of Life, Liberty and the pursuit of happiness. For those struggling with an eating disorder, think about your declaration of independence from yo…

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#163: Primary Mental Health and Suicide with Nicole Siegfried (part 2) 21:06

28d ago21:06

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Dr. Nicole Siegfried is the Chief Clinical Officer for Lightfully Behavioral Health. She is a licensed clinical psychologist and serves as an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Psychology at University of Alabama at Birmingham. She has worked in mental health for over 20 years and has served in national leadership positions for the past 10 years. She i…

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Interview with Keira Leverton, choreographer of Choreo Records Tap Company 40:35

29d ago40:35

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Keira Anne Leverton Director of Tap Program, Director, Contemporary Youth Tap Ensemble CompanyKeira Anne Leverton received her early tap training from her tap teacher Terry Wolter, and her grandfather, Buster Cooper. Later she sought the training of Acia Gray in Austin, Barbara Phillips in San Antonio, and Jay Fagan in Chicago. Much of her exposure…

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#162: Primary Mental Health and Suicide with Nicole Siegfried (part 1) 22:57

1M ago22:57

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Dr. Nicole Siegfried is the Chief Clinical Officer for Lightfully Behavioral Health. She is a licensed clinical psychologist and serves as an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Psychology at University of Alabama at Birmingham. She has worked in mental health for over 20 years and has served in national leadership positions for the past 10 years. She i…

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The "F"s of Perfectionism 12:24

1M ago12:24

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Being "perfect" means getting straight "A's." I challenge you to get the "f's" in your life. Listen to how the "f"s can enhance your life and help you find balance. As a dancer, we are always striving for perfectionism and balance. Don't be afraid to let the "f's" in your life. Thank you for listening to The TuTu thin Podcast Please contact us thro…

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#161: Psychedelics with Dr. Eva Altobelli 22:02

2M ago22:02

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Dr. Eva Altobelli, MD is the founder of Home-LA. She is a diplomat of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Altobelli holds accreditation from the Multidisciplinary Association of Psychedelic Studies (MAPS) to administer MDMA-assisted therapy for PTSD. She has extensive experience in working with MDMA, psilocybin, and ketamine. Dr. Al…

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May Is Mental Health Month 6:39

2M ago6:39

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Mental health is just as important as our physical health. If you are anyone you know if struggling with mental health, please reach out for help. There are many resources available for mental health. Text 988 for the Suicide hotline. You are not alone! Thank you for listening to The TuTu thin Podcast Please contact us through www.dawntheodore.com …

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#160: Understanding Families and Clients with Mike Hinds 21:21

2M ago21:21

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Mike Hinds is the Clinical Director at Avalon Hills, a residential eating disorder treatment center in Northern Utah, one of very few that are privately owned. He has extensively trained and supervised therapists. For years he was a primary practicum site for students in the Marriage and Family Therapy program at Utah State University. He has taugh…

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A Candid Talk with Delaney Wilder, Pro Bowl NFL Cheerleader and Dancer 35:46

3M ago35:46

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I am so excited to have Delaney Wilder on the podcast. Delaney is a 7x NFL Cheerleader and currently the Head Captain of the Cincinnati Ben-Gal Cheerleaders. She has represented the Ben-Gals on 2 oversea military tours, was elected 2022 Pro Bowl Cheerleader by her teammates and has cheered on the world's biggest stage - the Super Bowl. Delaney is a…

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#159: Mother, Men and Me with Dawn Smith-Theodore 18:10

3M ago18:10

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Dawn Smith Theodore, MA, LMFT, CEDS is a specialist in the treatment of eating disorders. Dawn has treated eating disorders for over 20 years and is a former professional dancer. She is the author of “TuTu Thin” A Guide to Dancing Without an Eating Disorder. She is also the author of her new book “Mother, Men and Me, A Memoir of Anxiety, Anorexia a…

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Mia Mormino talks about Her Journey to Follow her Dream 47:02

3M ago47:02

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Mia Mormino is more than just a pop star in the making. Look a little closer, past the Los Angeles native's massive pop anthems, tens of millions of streams and views, sold-out live shows, and you'll find what every artist hopes for but few ever achieve: authenticity. What cuts through most in Mia's impossibly catchy and heartfelt music is a singul…

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#158: Treating Men with Eating Disorders with Andy Williams 22:54

3M ago22:54

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Andy Williams helps to bring guidance and healing to people who want more and better out of life. Be it as a white water rafting guide, a psychotherapist specializing in the treatment of eating disorders or a men's coach, Andy’s heart and professional work centers on helping individuals become their most aligned, highest self. Working with clients …

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A Candid talk with registered Dietitian and NFL Cheerleader, Ashley Martinez, owner of Nutrition for Cheerleaders 38:57

4M ago38:57

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Ashley Anna Martinez, MFN, RDN, LD is a Chef, Dietitian, and 3 x Professional Cheerleader for the Cincinnati Bengals. Her food philosophy is simple, "All foods fit". She has helped many dancers and professional cheerleaders reach their highest performance potential by providing her expertise in culinary and nutrition. Ashley has been dancing since …

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#157: Neurodivergent Clients with Allison Kawa 23:58

4M ago23:58

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Dr. Allison Kawa is a licensed clinical psychologist and the Clinical Director at the Los Angeles Center for Integrated Assessment (LACIA). She specializes in the evaluation of children, adolescents, and emerging adults. Dr. Kawa’s approach to assessment is neurodiversity-affirming and informed by decades of work with individuals with neurodevelopm…

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An Inspirational Story From Obesity to Marathon Runner with Roger Wright...... An Inspiring Tale of Resilience and Determination 52:32

4M ago52:32

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Roger Wright was morbidly obese his entire life, eventually reaching 325 lbs by his late 40s. Having failed at 100s of diets, food plans, nutritionists, etc and was one signed form away from having gastric bypass surgery, he came up with a completely unpredictable and "impossible" plan that shocked his wife, his friends and even himself. Roger's fa…

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#156: Advice for Parents with Greta Angert 23:28

5M ago23:28

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Greta Angert received a Bachelor’s degree from Columbia University and a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from California State University Northridge. She completed her two year clinical training at the Maple Counseling Center and is certified in several trauma treatment modalities. Greta has worked at numerous outpatient, inpatient and res…

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Eating Disorder Awareness Week Talk with Jamie Singletary 35:14

5M ago35:14

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Jamie Singleteary, is a Licensed Professional Counselor who loves to inspire and empower individuals on their journey to healthy purposeful living. She is a graduate of Ball State University with a B.A. in Telecommunications and Clark Atlanta University with a M.A. in Clinical Counseling Psychology. Jamie began her professional career in mental hea…

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#155: Trauma and Neurodivergence with Celisa Flores 24:25

5M ago24:25

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Celisa Flores, PsyD has worked as a therapist, program director, harm reductionist and clinical outreach professional in a wide variety of mental health and substance use disorder treatment setting since obtaining a Master’s in 2007 and Doctorate in 2013 in Clinical Psychology. She is now the director of clinical outreach at Lido Wellness Center, a…

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A Talk with the former American Ballet Theatre Dancer.... Lisa Lockwood 40:09

5M ago40:09

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Lisa Lockwood danced with American Ballet Theatre for ten years, subsequently with Feld Ballet, and was an original cast member of PHANTOM OF THE OPERA. A short list of the choreographers she worked with personally include Anthony Tudor, George Balanchine, Twyla Tharp, Natalia Makarova, Mikhail Baryshnikov, Glen Tetley, Eliot Feld and Sir Kenneth M…

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#154: Brain over Binge with Kathryn Hansen 19:03

5M ago19:03

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Kathryn Hansen recovered from bulimia in 2005; and since then, she has been dedicated to educating and empowering women and men who struggle with all forms of binge eating. She is the author of Brain over Binge (2011, 2022), the Brain over Binge Recovery Guide (2016), and the host of the Brain over Binge Podcast. We discuss topics including: Kathry…

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Speaking with Dr. Anita Johnston, Author of the book "Eating in the Light of the Moon" 40:37

6M ago40:37

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Anita Johnston, Ph.D., is a Clinical Psychologist, Certified Eating Disorder Specialist, and author of Eating in the Light of the Moon: How Women Can Transform Their Relationships with Food Through Myths, Metaphors, and Storytelling, which has been published in seven languages. She is the co-creator of the Light of the Moon Café, an online resource…

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#153: Pillars of Living with Krystyl Wright 24:27

6M ago24:27

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Krystyl Wright, LCSW is a co-founder of LOT XI, a community conscious wellness brand based in Compton, CA. LOT XI creates body and home self-care goods sourced locally and crafted by hand. They also organize immersive wellness experiences for corporate initiatives and community spaces. With her background as a practicing clinical psychotherapist, K…

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#152: Flexibility with Nutrition with Kacy Grossman 23:57

6M ago23:57

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Kacy is Director of Nutrition and Wellness, Outpatient, for Center for Discovery where she has developed the outpatient dietary program that has been implemented in over 28 facilities nationwide and has been part of the development and implementation of a diagnostic specific Binge Eating Disorder treatment program at Discovery. Kacy’s work is a bel…

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Colleen O'Callaghan - A Lifelong Dedication to Dance and Wellness 33:15

6M ago33:15

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Colleen O'Callaghan has been a professional ballet dancer since the age of 16 and continues her remarkable journey at the age of 64. Her life's passion has been the art of ballet, where she has honed her skills and embodied the grace and discipline it demands. Today, Colleen's mission extends beyond the stage. Her goal is to share her knowledge and…

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#151: Fitness For All Bodies with Brad Bose 22:10

7M ago22:10

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Brad is the owner of XChange.fit, a private training gym in Los Angeles. He is best known for training Hollywood celebrities, as well as professional athletes. Brad lectures at many of the fitness based expos and talks as a motivational speaker. He uses a “body-mind” approach to his training. We discuss topics including: The reason that movement ma…

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#150: The Basic Medical Assessment with Dr. Linda Schack (part 2) 25:59

7M ago25:59

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Dr. Schack has been treating teenagers and young adults with eating disorders for more than 20 years. She is one of only a handful of adolescent medicine specialists in the country who sees teens and young adults exclusively in private practice. Dr. Schack has supervised the care of patients with eating disorders in outpatient, residential, and hos…

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Tips for the Holidays - Family, Food and Fun 7:31

7M ago7:31

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The holidays are supposed to be a magical time of the year when you have the opportunity to spend time with loved ones and friend.s. It can also be a very difficult time for those who struggle with eating disorders. As a dancer, you may have had a long season of Nutcracker performances and then the anticipation of seeing family. I have outlines som…

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#149: The Basic Medical Assessment with Dr. Linda Schack (part 1) 29:34

8M ago29:34

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Dr. Schack has been treating teenagers and young adults with eating disorders for more than 20 years. She is one of only a handful of adolescent medicine specialists in the country who sees teens and young adults exclusively in private practice. Dr. Schack has supervised the care of patients with eating disorders in outpatient, residential, and hos…

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The Release of my 2nd book "Mother, Men and Me" A Memoir of Anxiety, Anorexia and Affairs 15:20

8M ago15:20

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| In Mother, Men and Me: A Memoir of Anxiety, Anorexia and Affairs, Dawn Smith-Theodore unveils a potent saga of love, deceit, and resilience. Amid her personal battle with anorexia, convoluted romantic entanglements, and shocking family secrets, she finds refuge in dance. This memoir reveals the raw complexity of mother-daughter relationships, she…

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#148: The Role of an Eating Disorder Recovery Coach with Shelbye Schlange 19:20

8M ago19:20

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Shelbye is a Carolyn Costin Certified Eating Disorder Coach working with clients both locally in Los Angeles and virtually across the world. She struggled with an eating disorder for years and finally took her life back in 2016. Through her own recovery, she realized how crucially important support and connection are. She has worked to become a ful…

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How to Heal Dancers from Eating Disorders with Relationships 13:01

8M ago13:01

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It is important for dancers to trust themselves and their body so having confidence and self acceptance is key in the recovery process. Surrounding yourself with community who knows your needs and how to support you. Dance is a passion so use it as a motivation to recover. Nourish your body as it houses your soul and it is your instrument. Using se…

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#147: Understanding Blood Sugar with Dr. Ed Tyson 22:55

9M ago22:55

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Dr. Ed Tyson is the primary owner of the Medical Center for Eating Disorders in Houston. He also does the medical care for the CFD residential treatment center also with his PA, Jennifer Nagel. He wrote the chapter on medical complications in Treatment of Eating Disorders: Bridging the Research-Practice Gap, and is a co-author of both the medical g…

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Actress and Singer, Kelly Murtagh shares about her new film "Shapeless" and how her recovery from her eating disorder inspired her. 47:27

9M ago47:27

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Kelly Murtagh is a mom, Louisiana-native, and an award-winning actor, writer, producer, singer and children’s book author who works in film, television and theatre. Kelly is also a certified sound healer and breath-work facilitator. She has received multiple awards including the Best Actress Award at Festival South, and the Best Actress Award at th…

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#146: Being a Journalist in the World of Diet Culture with Carrie Dennett 20:54

9M ago20:54

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Carrie Dennett is a Pacific Northwest-based nutrition therapist, certified Intuitive Eating counselor, journalist, author and speaker. She writes a weekly nutrition column for The Seattle Times and contributes regularly to Today’s Dietitian magazine. Carrie is the author of Healthy For (Your) Life: A Non-Diet Approach to Optimal Well-being, which b…

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A candid talk with Allie Papazian about her career as a dancer and her transition out of dance 45:36

10M ago45:36

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Allie Papazian is from Los Angeles, CA. She trained at Interlochen Arts Academy in Michigan and was a member of the inaugural class in the Alonzo King LINES Ballet BFA at Dominican University of California, where she graduated Summa Cum Laude in 2010. While in college she danced professionally with Mark Foehringer Dance Project SF, and performed wi…

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#145: Valuable Lessons as a Nutrition Therapist with Sondra Kronberg 22:37

10M ago22:37

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Sondra Kronberg, MS, RD, CEDRD-S, is a nutrition therapist and recognized leader in the field of eating disorders. Founder and Executive Director, Eating Disorder Treatment Collaborative, FEED: IOP, CONNECT and CONCIERGE programs in New York and virtual throughout the United States. Sondra is the host of Chats in the Living room weekly live Learnin…

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Former Ballet Dancer Michael Patterson talks about his career and transition out of a life in a ballet company 33:07

10M ago33:07

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Michael Patterson is the Artistic Director of the Patterson School of Ballet located in Erie, PA and is a former professional danseur with the Pennsylvania Ballet, now known as the Philadelphia Ballet. While at the Pennsylvania Ballet, Mr. Patterson danced many roles in works by George Balanchine, including The Nutcracker, A Midsummer Night’s Dream…

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#144: Self Compassion for Healthcare Workers with Laura Berenstain, MD 18:15

10M ago18:15

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Dr. Laura Berenstain is a physician, professional leadership coach, author, and speaker. She is a passionate advocate for equity, social justice, and changing culture through both individual and systemic efforts. Laura helps her coaching clients navigate life and career transitions, while improving their emotional agility, communication, and negoti…

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We Welcome Jessica Wallis from Ballet in the City 31:54

10M ago31:54

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It is my pleasure to welcome Jessica Wallis, Founder and Executive Director of Ballet in the City. Jessica has produced and presented programming with dancers such as Ashley Bouder, Sonia Rodriguez, and Misty Copeland, at prestigious venues including The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. She is a two-time honors graduate of The Univer…

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#143: Being In Recovery as a Black Woman with Jayde Barber 35:03

11M ago35:03

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Jayde Barber is the creator and host of the Students of Mind Podcast: a mental health advocate and entrepreneur. Since she was in grade school, Jayde has been diagnosed and living with several mental illnesses including anxiety, depression, and anorexia. Although she is not a licensed mental health professional, Jayde’s experience as a patient, fam…

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Former ballerina, Sasha Gorrell, PhD talks about her research with dancers and eating disorders 42:09

11M ago42:09

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On this week's installment of the Tu Tu Thin Podcast, I have Sasha Gorrell, PhD joining me! Sasha Gorrell is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the University of California, San Francisco. Her position is within the Eating Disorders Program where her clinical focus is in the treatment of adolescents wi…

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#142: Gastrointestinal Issues with Dr. Sarah Lowenthal 21:05

11M ago21:05

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Dr. Lowenthal is a Board Certified Family Physician specializing in eating disorder care for children, adolescents and adults. Utilizing a social justice, Health At Every Size (HAES) lens, Dr. Lowenthal is in private practice in the San Francisco Bay Area and cares for individuals of all genders, sizes, shapes and abilities and at any stage of thei…

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Talking with Performer and Choreographer Lamont Brown 36:23

11M ago36:23

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Lamont Brown is a New York-based performer and choreographer. He is originally from Long Island and is a graduate of the Dance Theatre Conservatory at The American Musical and Dramatic Academy in New York City. Lamont’s performance career has taken him all over the globe. Recently seen in the 1st National Tour of “Mean Girls The Broadway Musical” a…

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#141: Menopause Bootcamp with Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz, M.D. 31:44

12M ago31:44

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A Diplomat of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz, MD, received her medical degree in 1996 from the USC School of Medicine and completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at UCLA/Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Dr. Gilberg-Lenz is involved in women’s empowerment and public education and appears frequently a…

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Soccer Coach to Dancer Dad 43:26

12M ago43:26

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I am thrilled to be airing the latest episode of the TuTu Thin Podcast because on this week's edition, Bob Schwarz will be joining me! Bob went from soccer coach to dancer dad. While his 3 other boys were playing tennis, soccer, baseball and other sports, his third son discovered his passion for dance. Bob shares his story of learning a new languag…

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#140: Wise Mind Nutrition with David Wiss 24:54

12M ago24:54

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David became a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) in 2013 and founded Nutrition in Recovery, a group practice of RDNs specializing in treating eating and substance use disorders. He earned his Ph.D. in Public Health with a minor in Health Psychology from UCLA by investigating links between adverse childhood experiences and mental health outcom…

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Welcome Nicole Farnsworth MS, RD, CSSD, LDN, CPT from the Female Athlete Program at Boston Children's Hospital 39:05

1y ago39:05

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Nicole Farnsworth is a board-certified sports dietitian with the Female Athlete Program and Division of Sports Medicine at Boston Children’s Hospital. She is a clinical dietitian for Laura Moretti Nutrition, a group nutrition practice specializing in performance nutrition and nutrition counseling for eating disorders. Nicole is additionally a NASM-…

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