Renewed & Radiant

In this powerful episode of Renewed & Radiant, host Elsa Martin sits down with the incredibly inspiring Whole by Nutrition Alumni Brittany Brownlee, furniture restorer, home designer, mother, wife, and social worker. Brittany opens up about her journey through unexpected motherhood, adversity, and healing, and how those challenges led her to discover her passion for creating beautiful, nurturi...

In this heartfelt holiday episode, Elsa reminds us that no matter how full life feels, it’s never too late to refocus and realign with your health and wellness goals. Whether you’ve slipped off track or are simply feeling distracted by the celebrations, this conversation will reignite your motivation and help you finish the season with strength, grace, and purpose. You’ll learn how to: ✨ Revisit...

In this episode of Renewed and Radiant, host Elsa Martin sits down with Cory Potter for a powerful and vulnerable conversation about faith, wellness, and personal growth. Cory opens up about his journey through health challenges and disability, sharing how faith and community support helped him find balance, purpose, and transformation. Together, they explore the deep connection between mental hea...

In this episode, we’re exploring one of the most powerful yet overlooked tools for hormone balance and healing — sleep. For women over 40, deep rest isn’t optional. It’s the foundation for clear thinking, steady energy, balanced hormones, and emotional calm. Elsa shares how sleep affects everything from your metabolism and mood to your body’s ability to recover and thrive. ✨ What You’ll Learn: Wh...

What happens when faith, desire, and intimacy collide? In this episode, Angela Griffith—widely known as The Christian Sexpert—shatters taboos and brings raw honesty to the conversation around sex, intimacy, and marriage. From her small-town roots to becoming a leading voice in Christian sexual health, Angela shares her journey and why it’s time for women to reclaim what purity culture tried to tak...

In this episode, Elsa dives into the art of balance in fitness—knowing when to push and when to rest. She explores how stress and the hormone cortisol impact both physical and mental well-being, and why overtraining can do more harm than good. You’ll learn how to tune into your body’s signals, align your workouts with your hormonal cycle, and build a routine that supports long-term strength and vi...

What happens when decades of diets, trauma, and self-doubt collide with faith, community, and self-acceptance? You get Christa’s powerful transformation. From struggling with her weight since childhood and turning to emotional eating to cope with trauma, Christa’s journey is one many women silently relate to. But at 35, she did something radical—she gave up dieting altogether and chose self-accept...

If you’ve ever struggled with energy crashes, constant cravings, stubborn belly fat, or feeling “off” even when you’re eating healthy — your blood sugar may be to blame. In today’s episode, Elsa breaks down the science of blood sugar balance in a way that’s simple, practical, and empowering. You’ll learn why keeping your blood sugar stable is essential not just for weight and energy, but for hormo...

In this inspiring conversation, D’Layne Benson shares her journey from being a high-achieving nurse during the chaos of the pandemic to becoming a wellness coach specializing in nervous system regulation. She opens up about her own mental health struggles and how understanding the nervous system became the key to reclaiming emotional well-being and authenticity. Delaine sheds light on the freeze a...

The holiday season doesn’t have to derail your health — and in this empowering episode, Elsa shows you exactly how to stay grounded, confident, and aligned with your goals. This conversation is a masterclass in making intentional decisions, practicing assertiveness, and embracing food freedom while still enjoying the celebrations around you. Elsa shares powerful mindset shifts and practical strate...

In this powerful and deeply moving episode, Dana Hildebrand opens up about her journey from trauma and abuse to healing, empowerment, and purpose. Through vulnerability and faith, Dana shares how she confronted her past, embraced the process of healing, and stepped into her God-given identity. She highlights the transformative power of community, the importance of education and self-awareness, and...

The holiday season is full of joy, celebration, and connection — but it’s also the time when many women quietly stop showing up for themselves. Not with a dramatic “I quit,” but with something far more subtle: soft quitting. Soft quitting is skipping your workouts “just for a few weeks,” grabbing whatever’s easiest because “it’s too busy,” or promising yourself you’ll “get back on track in January...

In this inspiring episode, Elsa sits down with Marg Benci to explore what it truly means to reclaim your health, vitality, and purpose — no matter your age. Marg shares her powerful story of transforming her life after 40, overcoming weight gain, embracing nutritional education, and reigniting her sense of joy and purpose. Together, they dive into the emotional and physical journey so many women f...

Are you a slave to the scale? Be honest — does that little square box in your bathroom have the power to make or break your day? You’re not alone. So many women find themselves trapped in a cycle of weighing, worrying, and letting a number define their worth. In today’s powerful episode, Elsa gets real about why it’s time to break free from “scale slavery” — and how doing so can completely transfo...

In this heartfelt and empowering conversation, photographer, entrepreneur, and fourth-generation farmer Ciara Griffith opens up about the beautiful — and often messy — balance between motherhood and entrepreneurship. Ciara shares how she’s learned to embrace her identity beyond being “just a mom,” overcome the weight of mom guilt, and build a business that fuels both her passion and her family lif...

What truly drives you to take action? In this powerful conversation, Elsa dives deep into the heart of motivation — and reveals why understanding what fuels you is the secret to building a life you love. Most people think motivation alone is the key to success. But the truth? It’s just one piece of the puzzle. In this episode, Elsa breaks down the three core types of motivation — incentive-based,...

From a small-town ranch to leading in the digital marketing and personal branding space, Brodie Pierson journey proves that success begins with courage, consistency, and belief in your unique gifts. In this episode, Brodie reveals how to step into your power, build a personal brand that creates impact, and leverage the limitless opportunities in the creator economy. He opens up about his path, sha...

Are weight loss drugs like Ozempic really the answer for women over 40 who want to lose stubborn pounds? In this episode, I expose the hidden dangers of weight loss injections—including digestive issues, gallbladder disease, kidney damage, and even lawsuits linking Ozempic to sudden, irreversible blindness. Even more concerning? These drugs don’t just burn fat—they also strip away muscle. For wome...

What does it look like to embrace the next chapter of life with courage, joy, and boldness? In this inspiring conversation, I sit down with Dr. Marsha McLean—lovingly known as Grandma 2.0—as she shares her journey of facing fears, redefining what it means to be a grandmother today, and stepping fully into her 2.0 version of life. From zip-lining through the Costa Rican jungle to sparking a movemen...

Are you tired of dieting, counting calories, and feeling trapped by food rules? It’s time to discover a new way of living and eating that actually lasts. In this enlightening episode, we dive into the transformative world of Intuitive Eating—a proven approach to help you heal your relationship with food, break free from diet culture, and embrace lifelong wellness. Instead of following another rest...

What if the very pain that once broke you could become the foundation of your greatest purpose? In this powerful conversation, Alejandra Chrisafulli opens up about her raw and transformative journey from feeling worthless to building a thriving life as a coach and entrepreneur. She shares how faith, deep healing, and her signature 180 Method helped her break free from destructive cycles and discov...

Tired of the endless cycle of yo-yo dieting? 🎢 In this empowering episode, Elsa reveals how to finally break free and create your forever plan—a simple, sustainable lifestyle rooted in whole foods, balanced meals, and consistent movement. You’ll learn how to: ✨ Ditch restrictive diets for good ✨ Listen to your body’s natural cues ✨ Build a flexible framework that fits your life ✨ Nourish your...

In this inspiring conversation, Elsa sits down with personal trainer and wellness advocate Danielle Diede to talk about the real, behind-the-scenes journey of motherhood, mental health, and self-care. Danielle opens up about her own battles with depression and the challenges of being a mom, while also sharing how fitness became a powerful tool for healing and empowerment. Together, Elsa and Daniel...

Are you tired of the yo-yo dieting cycle that never seems to end? In this episode, Elsa breaks down why yo-yo dieting is especially harmful for women over 40—and how emotional triggers often play a bigger role than willpower. From stress and loneliness to fatigue and overwhelm, Elsa explores the hidden triggers that drive unhealthy eating habits and keep you stuck in the cycle. She shares how awar...

What if your greatest health struggle became the very thing that shaped your calling? 🌱 In this inspiring episode, Jodi Monk opens up about her journey through chronic illness and Lyme disease, and how it led her to become a functional medicine practitioner. Jodi shares powerful lessons on self-advocacy, resilience, and the connection between mental and physical health. She reminds us that healin...