Talking Gut with Dr Jim Kantidakis

In this episode, I'm joined by Dr Giulia Enders, physician, scientist, and internationally bestselling author of Gut: The Inside Story of Our Body's Most Underrated Organ , a book that has sold more than 8 million copies worldwide and transformed the way millions of people think about the gut. We discuss her highly anticipated new book, Organ Speak: What It Really Means to Listen to Our Bodies , a...

In this episode, I'm joined by Dr Natalie Kiel, gastroenterologist and endoscopist with expertise in inflammatory bowel disease, disorders of gut–brain interaction, and diagnostic endoscopy. We take a deep dive into gastroscopies and colonoscopies, covering everything patients need to know before, during, and after the procedure. Natalie explains what endoscopy actually involves, the differences b...

In this episode, I'm joined by Jessica Salwen-Deremer , Director of Behavioral Medicine for Digestive Health at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and Associate Professor at the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth . Dr Salwen-Deremer specialises in the intersection of sleep, gut health, and gastrointestinal behavioural medicine , with a particular focus on inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). In t...

In this episode, I'm joined by Christina Jagielski , GI health psychologist and Clinical Assistant Professor in the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at Michigan Medicine . Dr Jagielski specialises in the intersection of psychological trauma and gastrointestinal health , using evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, relaxation t...

n this episode, I'm joined by Jessica Biesiekierski , Associate Professor and Head of Human Nutrition at the University of Melbourne , and an NHMRC Emerging Leadership Fellow specialising in diet, gut health, and gut–brain interactions. Jess is internationally recognised for her work on non-coeliac gluten sensitivity (NCGS) , a term she helped define during her PhD at Monash University . Her resea...

In this episode of The Talking Gut Podcast , Dr Jim Kantidakis sits down with Professor Ted J. Kaptchuk , Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School and Director of the Program in Placebo Studies and the Therapeutic Encounter at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center . Professor Kaptchuk is one of the world's leading researchers in placebo science. His groundbreaking 2010 study, Placebos Withou...

In this episode of The Talking Gut Podcast , I'm joined by leading gastroenterologist Professor Jane Andrews , a Clinical Professor with more than 25 years of experience in patient care, research, and health system innovation. From building one of Australia's largest IBD services to serving as Chair and Medical Director of Crohn's Colitis Cure , Professor Andrews has played a major role in shaping...

In this episode, I'm joined by Distinguished Laureate Professor Nicholas Talley, one of Australia's most cited medical researchers and a global leader in neurogastroenterology, mucosal immunology, and disorders of gut–brain interaction. Professor Talley shares his expertise on eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE), an emerging immune-mediated condition changing how we understand gut inflammation, diet, a...

Talking Gut is taking a short break over the holidays! Thank you for an incredible year of learning, curiosity, and gut health insights. We'll be back in the new year with fresh episodes and standout guests including experts like Prof Nicholas Talley, A/Prof Jessica Biesiekierski, Prof Ted J. Kaptchuk  and more. Stay tuned and enjoy the break!

In this episode, I'm joined by Allison Bryant , Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist and expert in bowel mechanics, pelvic floor dysfunction, constipation, and incontinence. Together, we take a surprisingly fascinating deep dive into how to actually poo correctly—because most people are doing it wrong! We explore: What healthy bowel habits really look like (frequency, consistency, effort) Why bowel moveme...

In this episode, I'm joined by Kate Lane , Accredited Practising Dietitian, Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician, and specialist in the crossover between nutrition, mental health and gut health. With a background in dietetics, counselling, and the biopsychosocial model of care, Kate brings a compassionate and evidence-based approach to eating disorders and Disorders of Gut–Brain Interaction. We'...

In this episode, I'm joined by Dr Stephanie Pirotta, Accredited Practising Dietitian, adjunct research fellow at Monash University, and founder of Womanly Nutrition and Dietetics. Dr Pirotta's research and clinical work centre on women's health, with expertise in PCOS, infertility, and chronic pelvic pain. She combines evidence-based nutrition with compassionate care to support women living with e...

In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Alexandra Fuss , Ph. D., Director of Behavioral Medicine in Inflammatory Bowel Diseases at Massachusetts General Hospital and Instructor in Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School . Alexandra previously served as Director of Behavioral Health in Digestive Diseases and Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Yale , and is a National Scientific Advisor for the Crohn's &...

In this episode, I'm joined by Dr Gina Trakman, course coordinator of La Trobe University's Master of Dietetics and research dietitian with expertise in Inflammatory Bowel Disease and Sports Nutrition. Gina shares her insights from leading international research on diet, gut microbiota, and Crohn's disease, and breaks down how food can influence inflammation and symptom management. We'll explore c...

In today's episode, we'll be diving into the world of colorectal health, breaking down both functional conditions like pelvic floor disorders and chronic constipation, and biological conditions such as colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, and more. Dr Chris Gillespie shares his personal journey into the field of colorectal surgery, and we take a behind the scenes look at what patients ca...

In this episode of  The Talking Gut Podcast , we're joined by Professor Doug Drossman and  Johannah Ruddy to discuss their two powerful books, Gut Feelings . We explore the history of mind-body medicine, the importance of the doctor–patient relationship, and the emotional and clinical complexity of disorders of gut-brain interaction (DGBI). A must-listen for both patients and healthcare providers...

Welcome back to another episode of Talking Gut ! Today, we're joined once again by the legendary Professor Doug Drossman, a pioneer in the field of disorders of gut-brain interaction (DGBI), such as IBS. You may remember Dr. Drossman from Episode 13, where we explored the biopsychosocial model of care, and Episode 18, where we discussed communication strategies to strengthen the provider–patient r...

After a brief break, Talking Gut is back and better than ever. Hosted by Clinical Psychologist Dr. Jim Kantidakis , this podcast dives deep into the fascinating world of gut health, the gut-brain connection, and everything in between. Expect insightful conversations with leading experts, real stories, and evidence-based discussions on topics like IBS, hypnotherapy, mental health, the gut microbiom...

Paediatric gastroenterologist Professor Marc Benninga. Prof Benninga or Marc as he prefers to be called, studied medicine at the University of Amsterdam, the Netherlands. After receiving his Medical degree he worked as a research fellow at the department of paediatric gastroenterology and nutrition at the Academic Medical Centre in Amsterdam. He performed extensive research on constipation and fae...

Welcome to another Episode of Talking Gut. Todays talk is about Entero-stomal Therapy. My two guests today are both Stomal therapy nurses at the Epworth Hospital in Richmond  Melbourne.   Jackie Berryman is one of two Stomal Therapy Nurses at Epworth Richmond. Jackie came to nursing later in life after many years within the corporate world. She utilized her Arts Degree to enter a Masters of Nursin...

Welcome to another Episode of Talking Gut, and today I have the honour of presenting someone a person I deeply respect, Prof Lin Chang. I met prof Chang many years ago while she was visiting Melbourne to present at ANGMA, The Australasian  Neurogastroenterolgy and Motility Association conference, and again during DDW conference in Chicago and San Diego. Please allow me to introduce Prof Chang Lin...

Welcome to Season 4, of The Talking Gut Podcast show. Wow, It's been a long time and a lot has happened in the world since my last post, but I am excited to say I am back!, Back with new and truly fascinating episodes about the gut. Todays topic is Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder or ARFID. Its an episode that has been in the making for some time, and Id like to thank todays guest Dr Hele...

Welcome to another episode of Talking Gut Todays episode is slightly different, It specifically created for Coeliac Australia as part of their 2020 Gluten Free Expo which unfortunately did not going head as an in person. Hopefully this year it will back to somewhat normal The team at Coeliac Australia do a fantastic job in supporting their members and individuals diagnosed with Coeliac disease and...

Thank you for tuning into another episode of Talking Gut! In today's episode I sat down and talked to Dr Zina Valaydon on Hepatology and the Liver. Dr Zina Valaydon is a consultant gastroenterologist and hepatologist. She is the head of the Hepatology service at the Western Hospital in Melbourne Australia.  Zina graduated from The University of Melbourne with a double degree in Medicine and Surger...

Welcome to another episode of talking gut, where I get the opportunity to interview leading expert in the fascinating area of the gut and related Systems. In today's interview, I had the wonderful pleasure to sit and talk to Dr Linda Nguyen, Neurogastroenterologist and motility specialist in California USA     Dr Nguyen is the Clinical Director of Stanford University's Digestive Health Center and...