Best Stories From A Border Kitchen Podcasts (2025)

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Borders of Humanity: One Family’s Story Sheltering Ukrainian Refugees 1:03:30

2+ y ago1:03:30

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Today we’re sharing a special release episode from the war in Ukraine, a war that has taken far too many lives, displaced and orphaned millions, and will lead to food shortages across the world. Even though most Americans view this as a distant war, the ripple effects will likely be felt in unexpected places soon, like our grocery stores, and will …

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Dr. John Kitchen | Diabetic Retinopathy in Pregnancy and Across the Lifespan 33:50

3y ago33:50

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Nearly everyone has been touched by diabetes – either directly or indirectly. More than 37 million people in the US have diabetes, with another 97 million in the prediabetes category. The global prevalence is more than 450 million. Over time, diabetes damages the heart, blood vessels, kidneys, nerves and the eyes. Those with diabetes have a 2-3 fol…

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Brittyn King | Maternal Fitness Expert on Postpartum Anxiety 1:12:18

3y ago1:12:18

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Chances are you’ve heard of the baby blues or postpartum depression. But postpartum anxiety (PPA) is an invisible epidemic among American mothers. Nearly 10% of new mothers in the US struggle with PPA. And that number is likely much higher, as many women do not seek help because they do not recognize the need for treatment and care providers often …

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Dr. Jed Fahey and Sharon Cryan | Ultra-processed Foods and Living Your Youngest You 1:04:29

3y ago1:04:29

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Processed food intake has been on the rise since the industrial revolution. Today, more than 70% of available food in the US is processed. Even with the best of intentions – world hunger, stunting, blindness – food manufacturers got one major thing wrong. Most ultra-processed food is devoid of essential nutrients – vitamins, minerals, fiber, and ph…

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Doug Evans | Optimizing Nutrition with Plant-based Sprouting 55:42

3y ago55:42

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Since the industrial revolution, western diets have catalyzed a new kind of malnutrition; one that is calorie dense, but devoid of essential nutrients. And with that, we’ve seen a rise in chronic disease across nations. Research has demonstrated that populations who consume a diverse, plant-based diet (not necessarily vegan or vegetarian) are among…

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Carson Meyer | Pregnancy Doula - The Business of Birthing and Growing Together 43:50

3y ago43:50

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Carson Meyer is a DONA certified birth doula and birth photographer from Malibu, California. She attended New York University's Gallatin School of Individualized Study where she pursued studies in child development, art therapy, and complementary medicine. In 2016 Carson returned to Los Angeles and began her journey as a doula with training from Bi…

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Michelle Reeves | Financial Wellness and NFTs with Mavion World 30:31

3y ago30:31

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The world of NFTs is exploding right now. And we wanted to bring in an expert to help you understand the space. Michelle Reeves is an entrepreneur on a mission to change the way we discuss and engage in our own financial wellness. Michelle is here today to encourage YOU to join the conversation around Web 3.0 and NFTs. She launched Mavion World wit…

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Women’s Health with She-ology Expert Dr. Sherry Ross 30:54

3y ago30:54

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Women’s health is quite possibly the single most important driver of global health outcomes, with substantial research showing that these outcomes span generations. However, our society cannot even use the appropriate clinical terms without feeling like it is somehow wrong. In fact, just decades ago, the word “pregnancy” couldn’t even be mentioned …

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Dr. Darya Rose | The Psychology and NeuroScience of Seasonal Eating 36:31

3y ago36:31

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The Psychology and Neuroscience of Healthy Habits and Seasonal Eating Sleep, nutrition and exercise all have one fundamental factor in common. Psychology. Most people spend their lives believing that time, money, access or knowledge prevents them from achieving their wellness goals. And there is no question that these obstacles are barriers to succ…

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Dr. Kara Fitzgerald | Younger You: Reverse Aging and Live Longer, Better 1:00:37

3y ago1:00:37

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Nutritional science has long demonstrated that a diverse, plant-focused diet improves outcomes. Nutrition and other lifestyle factors dramatically affect how we age and the outcomes related to those factors – our healthspan. That starts in pregnancy at conception, even before, and then it follows us across our lifespan. But science had not yet dete…

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Dr. Lisa Davis | Healthy Habits for Weight Management 52:50

3y ago52:50

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Millions of people across the world struggle with weight management. The statistics around obesity and weight gain are staggering, especially right now. 47% of women and 55% of men reported weight gain at the start of lock down. The number of states reporting obesity at 35% or higher doubled at the beginning of the pandemic. Now, our wellness routi…

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Dr. Misha Kogan | Evidence behind CBD and Medical Cannabis 1:07:29

3y ago1:07:29

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When it comes to navigating CBD and medical marijuana, the options can be overwhelming. In many ways, the cart is before the horse. And, it’s already bursting at the seams. Research has been trying to catch up, with recent advancements showing the potential benefits as well as the drawbacks of cannabis. Scientists and physicians are quickly realizi…

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Colleen Wachob | Wellness Warrior, Mother & CEO 47:38

3+ y ago47:38

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Colleen Wachob is Co-Founder and Co-CEO at mindbodygreen. She graduated from Stanford University with degrees in international relations and Spanish, and spent 10 years working at Fortune 500 companies including Gap, Walmart, and Amazon. Wachob lives in Brooklyn, New York, with her husband, mbg Founder and Co-CEO Jason Wachob and their two daughter…

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Ashely Koff, RD | A Personalized Approach to Women's Health, Hormones & Digestion 1:01:07

3+ y ago1:01:07

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An award-winning nutrition expert, Ashley helps lead the national conversation on better nutrition as a speaker, author, media and industry expert. On todays episode, we discuss her evolution as a nutritionist and shares her approach on personalizing your nutrition, healthy eating and living well. We also do a rapid fire Q&A on some of the most pre…

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Christiana Serle, MPH | A Mindful Approach to Well-being 38:59

3+ y ago38:59

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Christiana Serle, named a Top 10 Health Promotion Professional by the Wellness Council of America, is a mindfulness practitioner dedicated to helping you improve your health by being present for your life. A Vanderbilt and University of California San Diego School of Medicine trained athlete, Christiana is bringing her background in Public Health a…

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Dr. Michael Middleton | Parenting Strategies from a Pediatric Expert: Nurturing Social & Emotional Development in Kids 28:10

3+ y ago28:10

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Dr. Michael Middleton is a highly sought after Pediatrician and founder of Middleton Pediatrics, receiving a biology degree from Samford University and then attending the Medical College of Georgia. After receiving his Doctorate of Medicine in 1998, he completed a pediatric residency at the University of Florida, followed by an additional year on t…

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Dr. Matthew Knight | Your Skin Health, Skin Cancer and the Future of Dermatology 39:45

3+ y ago39:45

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J. Matthew Knight, MD, is a nationally recognized, board-certified dermatologist who specializes in skin cancer, laser surgery, and cosmetic dermatology. He is the founder of Knight Dermatology Institute, which has locations in Lake Mary and Orlando, Florida. On todays episode, Matt discusses the advancements in Dermatology and the best practices t…

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Lisa Gable | Changing the Course of Our Health Through a Common Cause 45:15

3+ y ago45:15

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LISA GABLE is recognized worldwide as a turnaround mastermind. As CEO of several organizations, and as a former Presidential appointee, US Ambassador, UN Delegate, and advisor to Fortune 500 companies, Lisa has orchestrated and executed the successful turnarounds of well-known private and public organizations in all industries and sectors. She is h…

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C.J. Hobgood | Mindset of a World Champion and Big Wave Surfer 43:07

3+ y ago43:07

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C.J. Hobgood is a World Championship surfer and is also well known for his big wave surfing achievements. C.J. was also the Association Surfer Professionals Rookie of the Year in 1999. In 2001, he won the WSL World Championship. On todays show, we discuss the champion mindset, overcoming fears, and how to be the best you can be in any situation. C.…

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Dr. Lisa Ray, DPT | Postnatal Physical Therapy 40:07

3+ y ago40:07

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Lisa Ray, Doctor of Physical Therapy, is here today to talk all the things Postnatal Physical Therapy. Join us as Lisa sifts through the noise to bring you only expert guidance on how to approach recovery after delivering and how to treat pain naturally. Lisa graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology from Central M…

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Carla Duenas, RD | Wellness, Sports Nutrition & Health Cultural Eating 50:51

3+ y ago50:51

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Carla Duenas, Registered Dietitian with Baptist Health in Miami, is a sports nutrition powerhouse. Like many in Miami, Carla came to South Florida as a child. Delicious foods have always been a part of her culture. Inspired by her own desire to learn about nutrition and her love of sports, she now trains athletes from all over the world on the scie…

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Dr. Scott Jackson's Microbial World at NIST & Why YOUR Microbiome is Important 53:52

3+ y ago53:52

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Dr. Scott Jackson, head of the recently created National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Microbiome, talks to us about NIST's current efforts to improve built microbiome measurement standards and provide benchmarking for the field as a whole.By Jessica Houston

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Dr. Leigh Frame: Microbiome | What's up with Your Gut 42:36

3+ y ago42:36

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Dr. Leigh Frame, a Hopkins trained microbiome expert, is a pioneer of her time. The microbiome - gut health - is fundamental to a healthy, happy mind body connection. It is foundational for skin health, immune health, brain health, heart health and keeps inflammation in check.By Jessica Houston

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Dr. Derek Yach | Ushering in a Smoke-Free World 52:35

3+ y ago52:35

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Dr. Derek Yach, former Executive Director of Noncommunicable Disease and Mental Health at the World Health Organization, is on a mission to create a smoke free world. At the WHO, he worked on the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control, the first treaty of its kind, and led the Global Strategy on Diet and Physical Activity. Since this treaty wa…

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Howard Schiffer | How a Natural Disaster is Saving lives with Vitamin Angels 29:08

4y ago29:08

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Howard Schiffer's journey started in a unique place at a time when midwifery was not an accepted practice. He was passionate about providing care to mothers, and through this process, learned about the importance of maternal nutrition. When a natural disaster hit California, Howard Schiffer answered the call. What he didn't know was that this disas…

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Dr. Cheryl Burdette | It's Not Your Hormones, It's Their Home 47:36

4y ago47:36

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Every female on this planet knows what it means to deal with HORMONES. Dr. Cheryl Burdette, one of the world's leading women's health experts, gives us the why and how behind our mood and a few simple tips that you can implement at home to get at the root cause.By Jessica Houston

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Dr. David Buxton | Maternal Mental Health 32:50

4y ago32:50

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Dr. Buxton, a Harvard trained physician, is one of only a few doctors in the country with triple board certification in adult psychiatry, child psychiatry and palliative care. David discusses the implications of maternal mental health and Covid Fatigue, how women have been disproportionately effected, and gives you strategies to implement daily at …

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Dr. Kanchan Koya | Spice It Up, Baby! 40:54

4y ago40:54

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By Jessica Houston

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Dr. Jed Fahey | Part 2: Detoxing with Broccoli Sprouts 47:07

4y ago47:07

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Part 2 of 2 episodes. Dr. Jed Fahey is changing the world, one sprout at a time, with his holistic approach to detoxing through intake of the phytonutrient, sulforaphane. A nutritional biochemist with broad training and extensive background in plant physiology, human nutrition, phytochemistry and nutritional biochemistry, Jed has spent the last 27 …

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Dr. Jed Fahey | Part 1: Detoxing with Broccoli Sprouts 45:34

4y ago45:34

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Part 1 of 2 episodes. Dr. Jed Fahey is changing the world, one sprout at a time, with his holistic approach to detoxing through intake of the phytonutrient, sulforaphane. A nutritional biochemist with broad training and extensive background in plant physiology, human nutrition, phytochemistry and nutritional biochemistry, Jed has spent the last 27 …

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Marta Zaraska | Growing Young: Social Connectedness, Longevity and a Healthier Life 44:37

4y ago44:37

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By Jessica Houston

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Jessica Houston | Vitamin & Me Founder and CEO 16:15

4y ago16:15

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Named 2021 Best of: Prenatal Vitamins by The Bump. There are countless options when it comes to vitamins. We match you to the right one. Our Story Our number one concern? The health of women everywhere. Since day one, we’ve been working tirelessly to select the highest quality vitamins available and create the best matching system possible to ensur…

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Vitamin & Me Podcast Trailer 1:54

4y ago1:54

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Jessica Houston is an award winning, Johns Hopkins-trained nutritionist, creator of EatClean30 and founder of Vitamin & Me. She is deconstructing the health space and bringing you access and clear guidance straight from the world's leading experts on strategies to increase healthspan, mental and physical wellbeing through a deeper understanding of …