Our Sleeved Life Podcast

Epi 233 – Chicago Live Show Recap: Insecurities, Real Talk & Bariatric Life 🎤 Join Mel and Kellie for a rockin’ recap of their unforgettable Chicago Live Show on 8/20/23, part of the epic Chi-Weekender hosted by Bari Adventures (@bari.adventures). 🎉 This episode dives into the unfiltered reality of life after Weight Loss Surgery (WLS) —insecurities, transformation struggles, and the raw truth be...

Epi 232 – Keto Ken: From Struggles to Success & Flavorful Keto Recipes for Weight Loss 🍗📚 In this powerful episode of Our Sleeved Life Podcast , Mel and Kellie sit down with the inspiring Keto Ken , who turned major life obstacles into a thriving mission to support others on their weight loss journey. From overcoming setbacks to becoming an author, Ken has transformed his challenges into tools f...

Epi 231 – Building Self-Trust on Your Bariatric Journey & Healing Your Relationship with Food 🌟 Welcome to another empowering episode of Our Sleeved Life Podcast with Mel and Kel! In this conversation, we’re diving into one of the most overlooked yet powerful aspects of the weight loss surgery journey : self-trust. ✨ What You’ll Learn: 💪 The Power of Self-Trust – Discover why learning to trust...

Epi 230 – Live from Eaton House DC: Bariatric Journeys, Transformation & The Power of Being Seen 🌟 In this unforgettable episode of Our Sleeved Life Podcast , recorded live at the iconic Eaton House in Washington, DC , Mel and Kellie share their deeply personal journeys through weight loss surgery and the life-changing transformations that followed. 🎙️ ✨ What You’ll Discover: 🌟 Personal Transfo...

Epi 229 – Men in Weight Loss Surgery: Dantwoine’s Bariatric Transformation & Breaking the Silence 💪 In this inspiring episode of Our Sleeved Life Podcast , Kellie and Mel sit down with Dantwoine (@get_fitwith_dee) to share his powerful weight loss surgery journey that began in March 2022. 🌟 Dee opens up about the challenges and triumphs of life after bariatric surgery , breaking the silence for...

Epi 228 – Ditching Diet Culture | Redefining Healthy Living with Kellie & Mel In this eye-opening episode of Our Sleeved Life Podcast , Kellie and Mel dive deep into the realities of diet culture and how it impacts our weight loss journeys, mental health, and self-worth. 🎙️💪 What You’ll Discover: 🔍 Personal Stories – When diet culture first showed up in our lives and how it shaped our views on h...

Epi 227 – Healthy Living After Bariatric Surgery ft. The Bari Girls | Our Sleeved Life Podcast In this powerful episode of Our Sleeved Life Podcast , hosts Kellie and Mel welcome the inspiring duo @thebarigirls , champions of healthy living, bariatric surgery support, and community advocacy . 🌟 What You’ll Discover: 💪 Healthy Living Advocates – Learn how The Bari Girls promote practical and sust...

Epi 226 – Bariatric Surgery Myths, Insights & Patient Success ft. Dr. Simon Monkhouse | Our Sleeved Life Podcast 🎙️ In this exciting episode of Our Sleeved Life Podcast , Mel and Kellie welcome Dr. Simon Monkhouse , a renowned bariatric surgeon, to break down the realities of weight loss surgery (WLS) with clarity, energy, and compassion. 🌟 What You’ll Discover: 💪 Expert Insights on Bariatric Su...

Epi 225 – Jamie Mills “The Sleeved Dietitian” on Bariatric Nutrition, Weight Bias & Her New Book | OSLP 📚✨ In this empowering episode of Our Sleeved Life Podcast , Kellie and Mel sit down once again with Jamie Mills, The Sleeved Dietitian , to discuss her groundbreaking new book: The Easy Way Out – Why Bariatrics Isn’t Cheating Obesity, It’s Treating It. 💪 What You’ll Discover: 🍽️ Snacking vs....

Epi 224 – Dr. Connie Stapleton on Boundaries, Bariatric Surgery & 1000-lb Sisters | OSLP 🎙️🚤 In this special boat-side episode of Our Sleeved Life Podcast , Mel and Kellie sit down with the incredible Dr. Connie Stapleton, Ph. D. – best known for her work on TLC’s hit show 1,000-lb Sisters . Together, they dive deep into the vital topic of boundaries and how they can make or break your bariatric...

Epi 223 – Trevita Medical Tourism: Bariatric Surgery in Mexico with Dr. Sandy Martinez & Team | OSLP 🎙️✈️ In this eye-opening episode of Our Sleeved Life Podcast , Kellie and Mel sit down with the incredible team from Trevita Medical Tourism , a premier weight loss surgery center in Tijuana, Mexico . Joining the conversation are Dan Koetting (Founder), Mirza Romo (Head of Client Support), and Dr....

Epi 222: Michaela (@michvsg) | VSG Journey, Weight Loss Surgery & Inspiring Others This week, Kellie and Mel sit down with Michaela, known on TikTok as @michvsg , to explore her incredible Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy (VSG) journey. 🌟 Michaela opens up about the pivotal moment she decided to take control of her health, the challenges she’s faced, and how she’s using her platform to inspire and sup...

Epi 221: Breaking Free from Sugar Addiction with The Sugar Detox Coach, Renea Paulsen This week on Our Sleeved Life Podcast , Kellie and Mel sit down with Renea Paulsen , widely known as The Sugar Detox Coach , to dive deep into the truth about sugar and its powerful impact on our health. 🍭 Renea’s mission is to help others understand how sugar affects the body and to guide them in breaking free...

Epi 220 – Hair Loss After Weight Loss Surgery: Causes, Tips & Real Stories Hair loss after bariatric surgery or rapid weight loss? You’re not alone. In this episode of Our Sleeved Life Podcast , Kellie and Mel dive deep into one of the most common yet frustrating post-op side effects : hair thinning and shedding . Whether you're prepping for surgery or in post-op recovery, this episode is a must-w...

Epi 219 – Eating Disorders After Bariatric Surgery: Signs, Symptoms & Mental Health Support In this powerful and informative episode of Our Sleeved Life Podcast , Kellie and Mel welcome back Ashlyn Douglass-Barnes, LCSW , a licensed therapist who specializes in pre-op psychological evaluations and post-op counseling for bariatric patients . Together, they explore how eating disorders can develop,...

Epi 218 – The Truth About Being a Bariatric Patient: Mental, Emotional & Social Realities In this deeply personal and eye-opening episode of Our Sleeved Life Podcast , Kellie and Mel open up about the emotional and psychological side of bariatric life —an often overlooked but critical part of the journey. While weight loss surgery focuses on physical transformation, what happens after the surgery...

Epi 217 – Rebuilding a Relationship with Food After Bariatric Surgery | Featuring Nima from My Gastric Sleeve Podcast Welcome to Season 8 of Our Sleeved Life Podcast ! 🎉 In this powerful premiere, Kellie and Mel are joined by Nima , host of My Gastric Sleeve Podcast , to dive into the emotional and psychological truths about food after weight loss surgery. Now one year post-op, Nima shares how hi...

Epi 216 –  Meet Raheel , a man whose life was on the line—until one emotional conversation with his father changed everything. In this deeply moving and motivational episode , Raheel shares how he turned a terrifying health crisis into a powerful moment of transformation through weight loss surgery and a renewed mindset. 💡 What You’ll Discover: ⚠️ From Health Crisis to Hope Raheel recounts the mo...

Epi 215 – When Old Habits Return: Food Addiction After Bariatric Surgery | Guest: Pamela Mekuz Many bariatric patients find themselves struggling again with food addiction —especially after the “honeymoon phase” of weight loss fades. In this episode of Our Sleeved Life Podcast , Kellie and Mel sit down with Pamela Mekuz , a certified Food Addiction Counselor and fellow bariatric patient, to talk a...

Epi 214 – The Things People Say: Responding to Insensitive Comments After Weight Loss Surgery After weight loss surgery, many WLS patients face unexpected and hurtful remarks —often from people who mean well. In this episode of Our Sleeved Life Podcast , Kellie and Mel dive deep into the emotional impact of these comments and share empowering ways to handle them with confidence and grace. 💡 What...

Epi 213  Dr. Carl Pesta returns to Our Sleeved Life Podcast to share exciting updates about the rebranding of ASMBS Foundation to the TREO Foundation (Treatment, Research, and Education to End Obesity). As the foundation's new president, Dr. Pesta walks us through TREO’s mission to fund groundbreaking obesity research and improve lives through education and treatment. 💡 What You’ll Learn: 🌐 TREO...

Epi 212  Kellie and Mel are now 4 and 8 years post-op , and in this heartfelt episode, they open up about what it truly means to feel comfortable in your body after bariatric surgery . It's not just about the weight loss—it’s about mindset, healing, and body acceptance . They share the awkward pre-op moments and the liberating post-op wins: fitting in chairs, shopping for clothes, intimacy, and ho...

Epi 211  In this powerful episode of Our Sleeved Life Podcast , Kellie and Mel continue the conversation around GLP-1 medications for weight loss by speaking with Summer Kessel, RD, LDN, CSO —a registered dietitian and former chronic obesity patient who lost 140+ pounds with the help of GLP-1 therapy . 🎙️ Summer shares her deeply personal journey of weight gain, emotional eating , obesity stigma i...

Epi 210 – My Honest Mounjaro Journey: GLP-1 Medication, Regain Recovery & Mindset Healing | Kellie’s Story After two years of navigating weight regain post-divorce, Kellie is finally stepping into her comfort zone —both physically and emotionally. In this revealing episode of Our Sleeved Life Podcast , Kellie opens up about her personal experience with the popular GLP-1 medication, Mounjaro , and...

Epi 209 – Sex After Weight Loss Surgery: Desire, Confidence & Communication | Dr. Bat Sheva Marcus Sex can be complicated—especially after bariatric surgery. In this raw, empowering episode of Our Sleeved Life Podcast , Kellie and Mel are joined by Dr. Bat Sheva Marcus , internationally recognized sex therapist , certified bariatric coach , and a post-op bariatric patient herself . 🎙️ Together, th...