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An unpretentious pop culture podcast aimed to keep you informed, inspired and most importantly: entertained. Maddy McClain curates the latest in entertainment media and sparks up convo about deeper insights into the zeitgeist of today from a curious & comedic lens. Join us weekly on Wednesdays to discover your new favorite TV show, movie, musician or bizarre tidbits into human nature: anything is fair game.
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On Air With Ella is for women who want to feel better, look better, live better - and have more fun doing it. This is where we share simple strategies and tips for living a bit better every day. (Not in a generic “live / laugh / love” way, but in a kick-more-a$$-every-day-at-every-age way!) If you’re interested in mindset and wellness, healthy habits and relationships, or hormone health, aging well and eating well, then you’re in the right place. You'll hear interviews with experts, Ella’s f ...
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Dr. Jocelyn Fitzgerald, a Urogynecologist and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgeon, on women's pelvic floor health after childbirth, during perimenopause and after menopause. Including: Urge incontinence and stress incontinence Bladder Botox injections to treat incontinence Bladder irritants - little known diet choices that may be causing bladder spasms (…
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Welcome to the GOOD, the BAD & the YUMMY, where I share one thing I am loving, one thing I am not, and a super simple recipe! In this episode: Spirulina superfood Oura Ring review Plat based protein recipes Why I'm a total disaster right now... Clear teeth aligners Sciatica Get the Frozen Shoulder blog Episode show notes: https://www.onairella.com/…
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Join Ella in a candid conversation with Dr. Geeta Nayyar about healthcare information, mis-information, and dis-information in the age of social media. · Is social media is a boon or bane for healthcare consumers? · Is it a tool for empowerment or a breeding ground for misinformation? · Should consumers blindly follow medical professionals, or is i…
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Discover the power of mewing, face yoga, and face massage for achieving a lifted appearance. Connect with Yulia: @yuliadiumea Show notes: www.onairella.com/post/343-face-yoga In this episode: Mewing for a snatched jawline - what is it, how to do it Can facial massage and exercise to be alternative for invasive treatments? The profound impact of pos…
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I'm sharing 8 of my least healthy habits, and what I do to balance (some of) them, plus a recipe for 4-ingredient Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Balls. It's the GOOD, the BAD & the YUMMY! Resources Mentioned: Functional mushrooms, eg Lion's Mane* - in my coffee every day! Amino acids* and creatine - my daily sports drink mix Collagen - it will kick in…
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Change your diet, change your mind? As a nutritional and metabolic psychiatrist, Dr. Georgia Ede specializes in addressing the dietary and metabolic root causes of mental health conditions. We discuss: The impact of food on mental health The link between insulin resistance and mental health Blood sugar and brain health Children's nutrition and what…
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Nature's fungal miracle? We're exploring many benefits of functional mushrooms. There's a TON of info in this episode, so get detailed notes right here. [00:01:55] Grocery mushrooms vs Functional mushrooms vs Psychedelic shrooms [00:06:53] How to best prepare mushrooms [00:13:04] Lion's Mane cognitive benefits [00:18:15] The functional mushroom sup…
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We want a more intentional life...but HOW do we create it? "Bioinspirationalist" and researcher Dr. Jeff Karp shares life ignition strategies that act as specific catalysts for personal growth and intentional living. Our culture atomizes our attention. It cubes our time, and it flattens our imagination. - Dr. Jeff Karp Get the book! Life Ignition T…
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We repeat behaviors because they are familiar to us. Our tendency to repeat patterns, even when they don't serve us, is often rooted in our desire for the familiar and our resistance to uncertainty. We cling to these bad habits subconsciously, because they provide a sense of comfort and predictability. In this episode, guest Nicole Whiting talks ab…
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Welcome to the GOOD, the BAD & the YUMMY, where I share one thing I am loving, one thing I am not, and a super simple recipe or nutrition tip! the GOOD: Whole Body Vibration Therapy (6 reasons I am loving WBVT right now) the BAD: injury recovery sucks. get my tips for making it better. the YUMMY: how to prioritize protein intake even when you don't…
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TRIGGER WARNING: sensitive topics discussed including abuse & sexual assault. Move to minute 24:36 to skip. In this week's episode, host Maddy McClain takes us all on a rollercoaster of pop culture events and discussions. Starting with a series of strangers sucker punching young women in NYC, Maddy shares her own similar experience. Next, we break …
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Spending money is fine. Let's do it with intention. Jill Sirianni from the Frugal Friends podcast shares tips and practical advice (see the list of tips here!) for anyone looking to take control of their spending, and live a more intentional life. Connect with Jill and Frugal Friends Show notes: https://www.onairella.com/post/336-frugal-friends On …
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[CW: domestic violence, language, dieting/weight loss] "I began my life at 40." Tosca Reno's story of empowerment, renewal, and resilience. Including: Why neither Tosca nor Ella buys into the "anti-aging" narrative Tosca's early challenges, her divorce and obesity From overweight to competing in bodybuilding at age 42 How Tosca's midlife 'Cinderell…
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In this episode, your fave host Maddy McClain dishes the latest in pop culture news and the entertainment world. We kick things off with a rundown of the Oscars - you know, who won what and all the juicy bits. Then, we dive into some intriguing gossip about Kate Middleton's mysterious "disappearance" and get into the nitty-gritty of the drama rocki…
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We're answering 2 listener questions: how to overcome over-analyzing and self-doubt in social situations, and how to find one's identity and purpose after kids. We're talking about overcoming overanalyzing and insecurity, understanding attachment styles, building a relationship with oneself, and finding personal identity and purpose. The more threa…
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Nicole Jardim is busting some myths and teaching us everything nobody else did. Please share this with a young woman in your life and save her a years of mystery about her own body! Why do we have period cramps? 3 possible reasons. Chronic inflammation has everything to do with how we experience our cycles. Ovulation and fertility How to reduce / p…
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Gather round homies, a new Easily Entertained episode dropped. And this week we begin with a bit of a venting session...with a little something to do with the most ridiculously lavish Bora Bora influencer trips (*ahem, Tarte*). Host Maddy McClain shares this week's pop culture news including a major class action lawsuit against popular dating apps …
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A rich life doesn't always correlate with your financial status Our experiences are the real wealth of our lives. So, why aren't we taught how we seek out and invest in them above all else? Instead, we postpone our personal goals to a vague "someday," and put them off until it’s too late. Bridget Hilton and Joe Huff are obsessed with experiences an…
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A very special and very fun episode this week, catching you up on all things Bachelor Nation with host Maddy McClain's very best childhood friend, Caroline Sandall! Say VERY one more time :) The Bachelor franchise has been resusitated with Joey as the leading man and we give our very candid thoughts on episodes 1-5, leading up to the Montreal trip.…
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Over the years, I've struggled with accepting my body and dealing with the pressures of societal norms. 'Body positivity' didn't work for me. Inspired by a heartfelt message from a longtime listener, I decided to tackle why this topic continues to be so important to us. I've spent years consumed by trying to "fix" my body, but I've reached a point …
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Happy Valentine's Week, homies! This episode we're covering everything the Super Bowl gifted us with this week, largely from a pop culture standpoint (NFL has you covered on the dirty deets). We're talking the strangest Super Bowl prop bets including the infamous Drake Curse, commercials, halftime performance and yes, Travis Kelce & Taylor Swift. B…
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Ellen Taaffe joins Ella to talk about the common pitfalls women struggle with in their professional life. She underlined 5 traits that often work for women in business, until they don't: aiming for perfection, doing everything to please, attempting to fit into the mold, operating at breakneck speeds, and waiting for recognition. Sound familiar? You…
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People want to talk about oral health the same way they want to talk about budgets: they know it's important, but BORING. ...But not when you have Teeth Talk Girl, Whitney DiFoggio! ORAL HEALTH, BUT MAKE IT FUN... The connection between our teeth, gums and the complex ecosystem within our mouths has the potential to lead to higher risks of diseases…
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This was a doozy of an episode homies. Join host Maddy McClain and guest cohost (and brother / musician of @TheSometimesIsland) Matt Blankenship Jr for your entertainment news breakdown. There's a CHEEKY piece of news that is NSFW to begin with, so please skip to minute 12 if you'd rather avoid :) One that has to do with our good friend Drake. Elmo…
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This week, we're covering the Mean Girls reboot, Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce's epic pop culture crossover in which dads, brads and chads are colliding with universal swifties and girlies n’ the gays…bringing a whole bunch of unlikely cast of characters together under one giant football dome/roof (while also essentially being crowned America's homec…
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My husband Jeremy is back to chat love and marriage - and making it all work. If you didn't catch his first visit, I highly recommend listening to episode 186 "Secrets of My Marriage" in Apple or Spotify In this episode: Connection and communication to create intimacy Power of physical touch in diffusing conflicts and creating connection Creating a…
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In this week's episode, host Maddy McClain discusses an array of pop culture topics including the new season of The Bachelor, Oscar nominations & snubs, an upcoming Vanderpump Rules spinoff, and Kim Kardashian's controversial Balenciaga ambassadorship. We'll chat one of TikTok's favorite new phrases, the Burnt Toast Theory, coupled with a an exampl…
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Dr. Maya Shetreat is a neurologist, an herbalist, and avid researcher of plant medicine and psychedelics. She is answering our questions about everything from ayuascha to magic mushrooms (psilocybin) and other master plants for trauma, chronic pain, perimenopause and other mental and physical conditions, as well as for generating personal breakthro…
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Can you imagine if you could spend 30 mins with the younger version of you? Today I’m sharing the life-changing advice I'd give my younger self to live the most impactful, rewarding, enriching and fulfilling life I could dream of. This episode is for sharing! "Achieve greatness: start where you are, use what you have, do what you can." - Arthur Ash…
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This week, we're covering the marathon of an awards season including Critic's Choice Awards and The Emmys but mostly the entertaining internet moments throughout the shows...like the food served to the celebs & awkward moments. Coachella 2024 lineup is out and host Maddy McClain has a bone to pick about it. Followed by the latest TikTok saga and th…
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We are BACK, homies. This week we cover the latest news in this New Year including Alaska Airlines' terrifying Boeing mishap and contrastingly, the wild fun fact about those celebrating the new year in NYC...the more you know. The 2024 Golden Globes made headlines for quite a few reasons and we're here to talk all about it. From comedian Jo Koy's h…
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A listener's real-life journey of personal development, weight loss and growth Today, we're catching up with Mandy K, who you might remember from episode 316, which was originally recorded in 2021. I highly recommend listening to that show so that you can follow along in this real-life journey. In that conversation, we discussed Mandy on the "weigh…
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Self-Pleasure IS Self-Care We're kicking off Season 8 with a theme: HOW TO GET MORE OF WHAT WE WANT in 2024. In this episode with Dipsea founder Gina Gutierrez, our focus is on MORE pleasure, MORE fun, and ....that's right - MORE orgasms. In this episode: Self-Pleasure is Self-Care Great sex starts with self-discovery Practical tips for enhancing i…
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This week on Easily Entertained, host Maddy McClain and returning guest Matt Blankenship Jr. take a breezy, humorous, and occasionally perplexing ride through recent pop culture happenings. And play silly little games as silly little geese do. From Kanye West's (Ye) latest controversial antics to the peculiar sponsorship names of college football b…
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In this week's episode of Easily Entertained, your host and pop culture sherpa, Maddy McClain dives deep into the 'Reality Reckoning' discussing the psychosocial elements and the impact of reality TV on its viewers and stars. We follow Bethenny Frankel, former Real Housewife of New York who is leading the charge for a deeper look into the handlings…
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WOOF, today's episode is a rollercoaster and we thank pop culture icons for that. This week host Maddy McClain is raspier and loopier than ever, thanks to sickness. But pop culture stops for no one. Hollywood's newest couple is confirmed & has something to do none other than Selena Gomez. Then we break down The Hollywood Reporter article that chang…
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Yes, aging is inevitable, but how we feel is largely in our hands. Dr. Anthony Balduzzi shares really easy, healthy changes we can make if we want to radiate vitality and energy at any age. Try any of these simple tips to decrease the drain on your life battery and live in alignment with our natural design. In this episode: What works? light, melat…
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This week's episode of Easily Entertained is a pop culture news feast, much like your Thanksgiving meal. We start off ranking Thanksgiving food and giving them a zodiac sign because...it just feels right. Matt Rife's Netflix special, Natural Selection, stirs up controversy and pisses off female audience that pushed him into the limelight and host M…
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The ability to speak up and express ourselves is required for personal growth and creating the life that we want. Sometimes, though, we struggle with finding our voice, owning our story, or asserting our opinions and needs. Jacqueline Nagle, repeat On Air with Ella guest, is a business leader and certified speaking professional. She's providing ins…
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How to handle etiquette crimes, and how not to cause them, with the delightful Nick Leighton of "Were You Raised by Wolves." Etiquette makes society work, and it takes practice to become good at it. I brought in the expert to handle our etiquette questions just in time for the holidays. You asked, and Nick answered! GET THE SHOW NOTES (and full epi…
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In this episode of Easily Entertained, host Maddy McClain takes on a wide range of topics, from 2024 Grammy nominations to Panera's Charged Lemonade leading to a lawsuit, cognitive decline in young adults to Bach Nation news and T Pain & Snoop's new single. New music releases & movies to stream including Priscilla, Sofia Coppolla's latest film & Qu…
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Amino acids form the proteins that make up our muscles, organs, hormones, hair, skin, nails. They act as the catalyst for nearly every chemical process in your body. They support processes like protein synthesis, muscle gain, brain function, hormone regulation, metabolism, and more. Angelo Kelly is explaining the critical role of protein and essent…
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In this week's episode, host Maddy McClain shares 7 pop culture nuggets including news about Channing Tatum and Zoe Kravitz's engagement, Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker's baby, the renewal of 'The Bear' TV series, and the legal troubles of Tiger King's Doc Antle. Taylor Tomlinson's upcoming late-night show and the expected release of Gypsy R…
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the GOOD, the BAD, and the YUMMY: where I share one thing that I'm loving, one thing I'm not, and one super simple, yummy recipe. This time, though, our "yummy" is the incredibly talent creator of "Healthy Vegan Eating," Javant - connect with @healthyveganeating and his YouTube channel. GET THE SHOW NOTES: https://www.onairella.com/post/319-good-ba…
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THIS ONE IS CHOCK FULL OF TIPS... Women's health specialist Dr. Carrie Jones is answering your burning questions, including: 1) Why does it hit harder to drink after 40? What can we do to reduce the puffiness and reaction after drinking alcohol? 2) What's the big deal about castor oil? Is it actually good for skin, hair, joints, liver .... 3) How c…
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It's Halloween week and we're talking about the most notable celeb costumes and WHY everyone went above and beyond this year. It's a fact. Which leads us down the Kardashian wormhole, breaking down the latest in the family dynasty businesses including Kylie Jenner's clothing line & SKIMS partnering with the NBA. Lots of money in that deal. We dive …
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Dive into the latest episode of Easily Entertained with your host, Maddy McClain! This week, Maddy serves up a mashup of pop culture updates, from latest music releases, the latest reality show on the block, House of Villians, to legal twists and turns and Britney Spears' memoir. First up, get the lowdown on LP Giobbi's mesmerizing remix of Taylor …
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We want to change our habits, we often know what to do... why can't we do it? How can we really enact the changes we want for ourselves? DBT might be the way. In this episode, Maddy Ellberger shares how Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) works to help us break unhealthy cycles and create the life - and the habits - we want. From over-drinking/spend…
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When Mandy reached out to me in 2021, she was fed up. She had just listened to On Air with Ella episode 139: Why We Do What We Do - Retrain Your Brain with Jim Fortin, and reached out to me wanting to know more about how I applied those concepts to make real change in my own life. When we chatted, we realized that more people would be interested in…
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Today we're starting off a bit differently with a word on the devastating Israel-Hamas tragedies. Like Pete Davidson on SNL, we're operating as best we can with some of levity and humor so hope you enjoy this moment away from the real life stuff for a bit of entertainment. (Doctors Without Borders - donate here if you'd like) Digging into recently …
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