Binge Eating Breakthrough

Welcome to a powerful new series exploring hunger in a way you may never have heard before. If you've ever feared hunger, tried to control it, or lost touch with it completely, this episode will change how you think about this fundamental body signal. What You'll Discover: • Why hunger has become the "enemy" for so many people • The real reason your hunger signals feel chaotic...

Today's episode is a powerful conversation with Jan Winhall, an expert who's revolutionizing how we understand addiction, trauma, and healing. If you've ever felt trapped in cycles of behavior you can't seem to break, if you've struggled with food, substances, or any pattern that seems to control you, this episode is going to change everything.  Jan walks you through her g...

What if a single conversation could shift your entire relationship with food? In this episode, I take you inside the Breakthrough Call — a safe, supportive space designed for those who feel ready to move beyond consuming information and finally step into true transformation. You’ll learn what actually happens during a Breakthrough Call, who it’s for (and who it’s not for), and why it might be the...

What if the key to handling your most challenging moments with food isn't found in willpower or restriction, but in something completely unexpected? In this episode of the Binge Eating Breakthrough podcast, I'm sharing a practice from my triathlon racing that transformed how I navigate discomfort - and how you can apply this same approach when you're struggling with food. I'll...

How do you trust yourself around food without any structure at all? If this question keeps you up at night, you're not alone - it's the most common question people ask me about food freedom. Are you tired of choosing between rigid meal plans and complete food chaos? Have you tried the "just eat when you're hungry and stop when you're full" approach only to feel more c...

Who are you listening to when it comes to your food choices? If you're like most people, you've probably been listening to everyone except the one voice that matters most - your own. Have you been following external food rules for so long that you've lost touch with your body's signals? Do you find yourself constantly researching the "right" way to eat instead of trus...

You've done it before in other areas of your life—maybe landing that dream job, finding your partner, or achieving a goal you once thought was impossible. So why does food feel so different? Why do you keep finding yourself stuck in the same patterns? In this episode, I'll show you that you actually have TWO roadmaps operating in your life: one that leads you toward what you want, and an...

If you’ve tried therapy, treatment programs, books, or food freedom plans—and you still find yourself stuck in the binge cycle—this episode is for you. In this episode, I’m introducing you to something new: the Binge Breakthrough Mini Series . I created it because I saw what was missing in so many recovery paths—real understanding of why binge eating happens in the first place. I share parts of my...

In this week's episode of the Binge Eating Breakthrough Podcast, I sit down with the incredible Deb Drummond, who opens up about her remarkable journey from using food as an emotional crutch to discovering genuine food freedom. Deb's story is one that might feel familiar – from her fast-paced music industry days to her awakening about how she was using even "healthy" foods in u...

What does it really mean to never give up - especially when the goal takes years longer than you expected? In this final episode of my 3-part post-marathon series, I’m sharing the long, winding journey to qualifying for the Boston Marathon - and how it parallels the path to food freedom and body trust. I talk about the power of holding a vision, even when the “how” and “when” are unclear… how the...

After the marathon, I gave myself more space to recover than ever before - and I still found myself overriding what my body was asking for. This episode is part two of my 3-part post-race series, and it’s all about the after : the energy drop, the resistance to slowing down, and the uncomfortable truth that even intentional rest sometimes misses the mark. I’m sharing why rest is hard for so many o...

I recently ran the Eugene Marathon - and I qualified for Boston. But what made this race so meaningful wasn’t just the finish time. It was how I showed up when things got hard. In this episode, I’m sharing the full story of race day: the physical pain, the mental challenges, the moments I wanted to quit, and the mindset that carried me through. It’s the first in a 3-part series about the race, the...

In today's episode, I share what happened when I watched Olympic and Paralympic athletes discuss their body image struggles on Project Runway. I was struck by how these incredible women - whose bodies many of us might envy - still faced insecurities and fitting challenges. If even Olympic athletes struggle with body image, what does that mean for the rest of us? I explore how focusing on what...

In this personal episode, I take you behind the scenes of my Boston Marathon qualifying journey and reveal the unexpected parallels I've discovered between athletic training and healing our relationship with food.  I share how shifting from bracing against discomfort to opening up to possibility has transformed not just my running performance, but offers a powerful framework for approaching f...

In this episode, I explore the transformative power of co-regulation and why it might be the missing piece in your journey to freedom from binge eating. I'll share what happens in your brain and body when you connect with someone safe, why isolation often triggers binge behaviors, and how to find sources of co-regulation even when human connection feels risky.  I open up about my personal sto...

What do you do when everything goes off the rails and your nervous system is on high alert? In this episode, I share what happened during a recent workshop when unexpected tech issues threw everything off track—and how I responded in a way that’s very different from how I would have during my binge eating years. Instead of relying on willpower or pushing through, I took a moment to pause, regulate...

Many of us believe we need more control over our eating habits, more willpower, more discipline. But what if control is actually the problem, not the solution? In this episode, I share my personal journey of realizing that my binge eating wasn't about lacking control—it was about desperately seeking safety in the wrong ways. I explain why the more we try to control our eating, the more out of...

You've heard that restriction leads to binging. You might even be trying hard not to restrict. But what if your body still thinks you're on a diet? In this eye-opening episode, I reveal the hidden forms of restriction that might be sabotaging your relationship with food – even when you think you're doing everything right. From the fear of restriction paradox to unconscious social ea...

As a longtime cycling enthusiast, I know firsthand the joy and freedom that riding a bike can bring. But for too long, the cycling world has excluded people in larger bodies from fully experiencing that joy. That's why I'm so excited to share this episode as part of Podcasthon. Podcasthon is an incredible non-profit initiative uniting over a thousand podcasters globally to raise awarenes...

Have you thrown out all your food rules only to find yourself still binging and obsessing over food? In this episode, I reveal why simply "eating intuitively" or "eating whatever you want" may not be working for you - and what's actually missing from your approach. I share why your brain might panic when you suddenly abandon all structure around food, how this triggers the...

In this episode, I reveal why the journey to overcome binge eating isn't about restriction or willpower—it's about expansion. I share how expanding your capacity in key areas creates lasting freedom with food and transforms your entire life. If you've tried everything to stop binge eating, only to find yourself back in the same cycle, this episode offers a refreshingly different per...

Do you find yourself turning to the same foods during binges? Those patterns aren't random - they're actually leaving important clues about what's really driving your binge eating. In this episode, I explore how understanding your food patterns can unlock deeper insights about your relationship with food. You'll learn how to approach your binges with curiosity instead of judgme...

In this vulnerable episode, I'm sharing three of my most challenging moments with binge eating - stories I once thought I'd never tell anyone. From a ruined Valentine's Day surprise to an emergency room visit, I open up about how binge eating impacted not just my relationship with food, but my marriage and even my medical care.  If you've ever felt alone in your struggle with f...

Feel like you should love your body but can't even imagine getting there? You're not alone. In this episode, we're challenging the pressure to 'love your body' and exploring why this message might actually be keeping you stuck. Discover why love isn't the only option and learn about alternative ways to relate to your body that feel more accessible and authentic. Wheth...

Are you constantly dismissing your progress with 'yeah, but...'? In this episode, I share a powerful shift that can transform how you view your achievements - whether in your relationship with food or any area of life. Learn why our brains naturally focus on what's missing instead of our gains, and discover how to celebrate your progress without diminishing it. I'll teach you a...