MyoMinds Podcast

Disclaimer – In this episode, we discuss eating disorders, treatment, and recovery. In this episode of the MyoMinds Podcast, George speaks with Mallary Tenore Tarpley, an assistant professor of practice at The University of Texas at Austin's School of Journalism and Media and McCombs School of Business, where she teaches writing and reporting to undergraduate and graduate students. Mallary special...

Disclaimer – In this episode, we discuss eating disorders, body image, and recovery experiences. In this episode of the MyoMinds Podcast, George speaks with Eric Pothen (he/him), a certified eating disorder recovery coach and advocate who serves on the Community Engagement Committee for the National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders (ANAD) and the Peer Council for the Nation...

Disclaimer - In this episode we talk about psychosis and related mental health concerns. This episode is the sixth of the MyoMinds Stories series (as an ode to the Stories on our website). These episodes focus on our guest's story, how they want to tell it, and what led them to the point where they wanted to tell it here on the pod! In this episode, George is joined by James Lindsay. Like many of...

Disclaimer – In this episode, I discuss disordered eating, body image, and exercise issues. In this special MyoMinds Podcast episode for Eating Disorders Awareness Week (EDAW), I explore this year’s theme: "Anyone can be affected by an eating disorder." During the podcast, I reflect on my own story and how it led to the development of MyoMinds and my current research. I also discuss my research fi...

Disclaimer – In this episode, we discuss disordered eating, and mental health struggles. In this episode of the MyoMinds Podcast , George speaks with Anne, a Registered Nutritional Therapist, lecturer, and supervisor. She has been practising for more than ten years and exclusively works in the field of disordered eating. Anne suffered with anorexia in her teens and now draws from her lived experie...

Disclaimer - In this episode we talk about disordered eating, exercise, and body image concerns. This episode is the fifth episode of our new series that we are calling "MyoMinds Stories" (as an ode to the Stories on our website). These episodes focus on our guest's story, how they want to tell it and what led them to the point where they wanted to tell it here on the pod! In this episode, George...

Disclaimer - In this episode we talk about disordered relationships with eating, exercise and body image, including a lot of tracking behaviours. In this episode of the MyoMinds Podcast, George is talking with Craig Lee. Craig is a Counsellor and Psychotherapist in private practice, specialising in eating disorders and body image issues. He has 18 years’ of experience working across behaviour chan...

Disclaimer - In this episode we talk about disordered relationships with eating, exercise and body image. Also, there are mentions of body weight, BMI, and diet and exercise practices throughout. Welcome to another episode of our new series that we are calling "MyoMinds Stories" (as an ode to the Stories on our website). These episodes focus on our guest's story, how they want to tell it and what...

Disclaimer - In this episode we talk about disordered eating, exercise, and body image concerns. This episode is the third episode of our new series that we are calling "MyoMinds Stories" (as an ode to the Stories on our website). These episodes focus on our guest's story, how they want to tell it and what led them to the point where they wanted to tell it here on the pod! Our guest for this episo...

Disclaimer - In this episode we talk about disordered relationships with eating, exercise and body image. Also, in the pod I refer to this being the third episode but due to some issue with the recording, we're having to redo the second episode so they will be back! This episode is the second episode of our new series that we are calling "MyoMinds Stories" (as an ode to the Stories on our website)...

Disclaimer - In this episode we talk about disordered relationships with eating, exercise and body image. This episode is the beginning of a new series on the MyoMinds Podcast that we are calling "MyoMinds Stories" (as an ode to the Stories on our website). These episodes focus on our guest's story, how they want to tell it and what led them to the point where they wanted to tell it here on the po...

Hello all! I have something a bit different to the usual podcasts today. I am at the Appearance Matters Conference 2024 (June 11-13) presenting a poster about my first PhD study titled: Men's Formal Help-Seeking for Eating and/or Body Image Pathology: A Systematic Review of Barriers and Facilitators. - (Catchy, right?) A link to this podcast is in a QR code on the poster so we should be joined by...

Disclaimer - In this episode we talk about disordered eating, exercise, and body image issues. We also talk about general mental health struggles. In this episode of the MyoMinds Podcast, George speaks with Matt Davis. Matt is a Registered Associate Nutritionist and the creator of The Flourishing Athlete; aiming to help athletes and fitness enthusiasts develop a positive relationship with food, bo...

Disclaimer: In this episode I talk about my own experiences with suicidality, disordered eating, and body image issues. In this episode of the MyoMinds Podcast, I am going solo. November 19th 2023 is International mens day and the theme this year is "zero male suicide", so I am talking about that! What to expect: My story in regards to suicidality A lot of rambling and forgetting what I was going...

Disclaimer: In this episode, we talk about anabolic steroid use, supplement use, body image issues, and other related things. If you think these conversations may be difficult for you, please take care in deciding whether to listen. In this episode of the MyoMinds Podcast, I speak with Dr. Kyle Ganson. Kyle T. Ganson, PhD, MSW, is an Assistant Professor at the University of Toronto's Factor-Inwent...

Disclaimer: In this episode, we talk about different eating disorders thoughts and behaviours, depression, and other negative mental health experiences. In this episode of the MyoMinds Podcast I speak to Lilia Bogoeva. Lilia Bogoeva is a somatic practitioner, musician, and powerlifter who knows what it's like to give it your all for success, but to struggle with anorexia, bulimia, substance addict...

Disclaimer: Within this podcast we speak about disordered relationships with exercise, food and body image. In this episode of the MyoMinds Podcast I speak with Graham, a firefighter, yoga instructor, and fan of the pod! Graham and I have been in contact for over a year now and have spoken on the phone many times about general life as well as our shared experiences with mental health concerns. We...

Disclaimer: Within this podcast we speak about disordered relationships with exercise, food and body image. We also talk about the potential negative impacts of the bodybuilding lifestyle, including ignoring your needs and amenorrhea. In this episode of the MyoMinds Podcast I talk to two exercise psychologists, Dr Paula Watson and Clara Swedlund. Dr Paula Watson is a HCPC-registered Practitioner P...

Disclaimer - In this podcast we talk about disordered eating, body image, and issues with exercise. Please take care if choosing to listen. In this episode of the MyoMinds Podcast I speak with Tessa Peters. Tessa is the Founder & CEO of the charity Been There. Been There supports people with body image issues by pairing them through an app with a vetted and trained Mentor who has relatable exp...

Disclaimer: In this episode, we speak about eating disorders, exercise addiction, and body dysmorphia. Please take care if choosing to listen to the podcast. In this episode of the MyoMinds Podcast I speak with Dr Jason Nagata, who is an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics in the Division of Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine at the University of California San Francisco and affiliated faculty with...

Disclaimer: In this episode, we talk about relationships with exercise and food, and issues around mental health in general. In this episode of the MyoMinds Podcast, I speak to Rachelle Rogers. Rachelle is a retired GB Alpine Skier who retired at the age of 19 decided to pursue a career as an airline pilot, having spontaneously decided to have a trial lesson in a light aircraft during her pre-seas...

Disclaimer: In this podcast, we talk about exercise addiction and general poor mental health. Please take care when listening. In this episode of the MyoMinds Podcast, I speak to Sarah Knapp. Sarah is a Sport and Exercise Psychologist in training. She works with clients to help them achieve their personal goals. Sarah is passionate about helping others to perform to their highest level and to feel...

Disclaimer: In this episode, I discuss my own mental health struggles. Some of this can be distressing for others. Please take care when listening. We had a load of new listeners following some publicity in different places, so I wanted to do a quick pod describing what MyoMinds is and what it is we do! I also share a little bit about what's been going on for the last few months. I do feel odd doi...

Disclaimer: In this episode, we discuss disordered eating, exercise and body image. I have done my best to silence out anything potentially triggering but this episode still does involve some in-depth conversation about behaviours that could be upsetting for some. Please be careful. In the episode of the MyoMinds Podcast I speak with trainee sport psychologist, competitive bodybuilder and coach Cl...

Disclaimer - In this episode we talk about our experiences with disordered eating and disordered exercise behaviours/thoughts. Please take care if listening. In this episode of the MyoMinds Podcast I speak with Amy Gardner. Amy is a registered dietitian with over 20 years of experience using psychology, mindfulness and yoga as tools to help improve peoples relationships with exercise and food. Amy...