Take care of Your Body by Ry

What if one of the most important life skills we can learn starts in the water? This week on Take Care of Your Body by Ry , I’m joined by Carrie Sikes , an incredible swim instructor who has spent years helping children and adults build confidence, develop life-saving skills, and feel at home in the water. Fun fact—Carrie actually taught me how to swim when I was a baby, making this conversation e...

Maddie first joined Take Care of Your Body by Ry over a year ago, and in this episode, she’s back to share everything that’s changed since then. As an athletic training student, ringette athlete, entrepreneur, and advocate for living life with purpose, Maddie shares her journey of balancing school, sports, work, and personal growth while maintaining a positive mindset through life’s challenges. We...

Before building a community online through cooking content and live streams, Magnum McCormick spent years working as a chef, cooking for celebrities and honing his craft in professional kitchens. In this episode of Take Care of Your Body by Ry , Magnum shares his journey from the fast-paced culinary world to becoming a content creator who combines food, humor, and community to make cooking more ap...

After a routine tonsil surgery, Kenna Perry’s life took an unexpected turn when mononucleosis led to serious health complications affecting her brain, heart, and overall well-being. Faced with chronic illness symptoms and countless challenges, Kenna found strength in an unlikely place: music. In this episode of Take Care of Your Body by Ry , Kenna shares her journey through illness, resilience, an...

As a kid, Alex loved experimenting in the kitchen and bringing people together through food. What started as a passion for flavor eventually turned into something much bigger: Dos Hermanos Hot Sauce. In this episode of Take Care of Your Body by Ry , Alex shares the story behind building an organic Mexican hot sauce company from the ground up, the challenges of entrepreneurship, and what it takes t...

🎙️ Part 2 with author and mental health advocate Annie Modafferi! In this episode, we dive into the realities of college mental health, OCD, career anxiety, and the pressure so many young adults feel to have everything figured out. We discuss:✨ What OCD actually looks like beyond common stereotypes✨ Job and career-related OCD✨ Mental health challenges in college✨ Perfectionism and overthinking...

What if healthy relationships aren’t about finding the right person—but learning to trust yourself? This week, I sat down with educator, author, and relationship advocate Tiffany Braxton for one of the most healing conversations I’ve had on the podcast. Together, we discuss consent, boundaries, communication, red flags, self-trust, and what it means to build relationships rooted in respect rather...

What does it take to build something from the ground up? This week, I sat down with music producer, audio engineer, entrepreneur, and studio owner Rizzy Rey to talk about the journey of turning a dream into reality. As the founder of his own recording studio in North Carolina, Rizzy shares the highs, challenges, and lessons that come with building a business, pursuing creativity, and staying commi...

In this episode of Take Care of Your Body by Ry, Joey Torre and I have an honest conversation about loneliness, mental health, chronic illness, self-worth, and learning how to feel at home within yourself — even during the hardest seasons of life. We talk about: 💌 the difference between being alone and feeling lonely 🧠 how mental health impacts relationships and identity 🌷 navigating chronic il...

In this episode of Take Care of Your Body by Ry, I’m joined by registered dietitian, author, and wellness educator Andy De Santis, RD MPH, for a conversation all about metabolic health, wellness myths, nutrition misinformation, and what actually supports your body long term. We talk about: 🧠 confusing health headlines online 🥦 metabolic and liver health ☀️ sustainable wellness habits 💌 why fear...

In this episode of Take Care of Your Body by Ry, I sit down with Alyssa Quintana, a future physician living with POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome) and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS). Together, we discuss the realities of chronic illness, the patient experience, medical school, healthcare advocacy, invisible illnesses, and how Alyssa’s own diagnoses have shaped the kind of doctor she h...

in this episode of take care of your body by ry, ry sits down with artist ISAAH for a raw, funny, honest, and surprisingly emotional conversation about what it really feels like to create in today’s world 🎙️🔥 the two dive into: 🧠 social media hate & criticism 🎶 creativity and artistic pressure 💭 confidence and self-belief 📱 being perceived online 🤖 AI and the future of creativity 💔 hand...

in this episode of take care of your body by ry, ry sits down with Madison to talk about the reality of online safety, social media boundaries, and what happens when attention online stops feeling harmless. from strange snapchat interactions to the psychology behind why people overshare, trust too quickly, or ignore red flags, this conversation explores the emotional side of growing up online — es...

In this episode, I’m sitting down with artist Jovanna—whose dreamy pop/R&B sound is rooted in something deeper: feeling everything, and turning it into something real. We talk about: what it means to feel too much in a world that tells you to numb it healing, mental health, and learning to sit with your emotions instead of running from them using music as an outlet for the things you can’t alw...

This week on Take Care of Your Body by Ry , Ry is joined by creator, business owner, and ballroom dancer Annie for a real, funny, healing-girl conversation about growth, boundaries, blocking people, and learning how to protect your peace without losing your softness. We talk: outgrowing old versions of yourself why setting boundaries feels so hard friendships, relationships & emotional maturit...

This week on Take Care of Your Body by Ry, I’m joined by ED recovery coach Cori for a deeply honest conversation about body image, healing, recovery, and learning to reconnect with yourself beyond appearance. We talk about the psychological side of eating disorders, the pressure to be “perfect,” how social media and objectification impact the way women view themselves, and what recovery actually l...

What does “healthy” actually look like… and who decided it only comes in one body type? 💌This week on Take Care of Your Body by Ry, I’m joined by Chelsea Shafer, Registered Dietitian & yoga instructor, for a conversation that goes way deeper than food. We talk about: 🤍 the pressure dietitians face to “look” a certain way 🤍 body image in the wellness space 🤍 comments online & how social...

what does it actually take to chase your dreams in a city like new york? in this episode, i sit down with dancer and upcoming creative shai to talk about what it really looks like to be in the industry—from social media, to staying inspired, to navigating a world that moves fast and expects even faster. we talk about chasing big dreams, building confidence, and what it means to keep going even whe...

if you’ve been feeling off in your body lately… this is your episode 💌 i sat down with functional dietitian brooke harter to talk about gut health, hormones, bloating, and what your body might actually be trying to tell you. we talk about root causes, not just covering things up—and how to start feeling better in a way that actually lasts. because your body isn’t working against you… it’s trying...

In this episode of Take Care of Your Body by Ry, I sit down with indie pop-rock artist Harley Luck to talk about growth, vulnerability, and what it really means to become who you’re meant to be. Known for his intimate, nostalgic songwriting and dreamy, guitar-driven sound, Harley’s music explores themes of anxiety, homesickness, and emotional evolution — something I know so many of us can relate t...

When life gives you lemons… you learn how to nourish yourself 🍋🤍 In this episode of Take Care of Your Body by Ry , I sit down with dietitian intern Madi Lemons , a Florida State student, to talk about the real ins and outs of nutrition recovery—the parts people don’t always say out loud. We get into: – what recovery actually looks like day-to-day – the mental + emotional side of healing your rel...

What is social media actually doing to the way we see ourselves? In this episode, I sit down again with plastic surgeon Dr. Nicholas Nikolov to have a deeper conversation about filters, beauty standards, and the psychological impact of social media on self-perception. We talk about how constant exposure to edited images and unrealistic standards can subtly reshape the brain—affecting confidence, b...

What does it actually look like to build something for yourself at a young age? In this episode, I sit down with Aubrey, a content creator and small business owner, to talk about what it really takes to start before you feel ready. From building her brand to navigating self-doubt, discipline, and comparison, this conversation is a real look into what chasing your dreams actually looks like behind...

In this episode, I’m joined by Danielle Frank, a writer and industry expert with over 20 years of experience in wine and spirits, and the author of A Wine Lover’s Guide to Parenting. Through humor, honesty, and real-life perspective, she explores what it means to navigate life when it doesn’t go according to plan. From leaving the entertainment industry to walking away from a major engagement, her...

What happens to your brain when you’re not believed? In this episode, I sit down with neuroscientist Alex Velam to talk about her personal journey navigating chronic illness, being dismissed by doctors, and the lasting impact that medical gaslighting can have on both the mind and body. We dive into the psychology and neuroscience behind what it feels like to not be believed—how it affects your ner...