The Body Talks with Vera

In this episode, Vera is talking to Nadine Stille, a coach who specializes in helping ambitious parents balance family chaos with their personal dreams.. We're talking self-compassion and the importance of rest, and how Nadine is to supporting parents, during pivotal moments to make sure their dreams are coming true. Tune in to hear about Nadine's personal experiences and how she helps her clients...

In today's episode, Vera is chatting with Bri Campos! Bri discusses her unique framework on body grief, providing insights into how our relationship with our bodies can be transformed through radical acceptance and body trust. Plus, get tips on navigating body image challenges, understanding four aspects of body image, and advocating for yourself in a healthcare setting. An episode you will ne...

This episode talks about sexual violence. If you're a survivor in need of support, know that help is available. ⁠Canada⁠ ⁠USA⁠ ⁠UK⁠ ⁠Australia⁠ On this episode of The Body Talks, Vera gets into a heartfelt conversation with Hillary, a gender justice advocate. This chat delves into the importance of community support and survivor-centred care, language and empowerment, healing through movement,...

In today's episode, Vera talks with Sophia Apostol, host and creator of Fat Joy Life and the Fat Joy Silent Book Club. They discuss the journey of embracing body equanimity, unlearning systemic conditioning, and fostering a healthier relationship with our bodies. Sophia Apostol (she/her) is a fat, white, cis woman. She believes in the inherent worthiness of fat people and the birthright of fat...

In this episode, Vera sits down with actor and artist Jess Lynch. They discuss Jess's journey through acting, the challenges of body image in the industry, recovery from disordered eating, and the importance of self-love. You'll definitely want to listen in on this conversation on redefining fitness, confidence, and living joyfully in our bodies. Jess Lynch is a 30-something actor and arti...

Today Vera chats with Krysti Beckett of The Confident Mama, who emphasizes the importance of pelvic health! She shares her expertise on core strength, and how she challenges misconceptions about post-pregnancy fitness. We'll chat about the significance of self-love, small wins, and realistic approaches to maintaining strength and mobility, regardless of body size or age. Krysti Beckett is a pa...

In this episode, Vera is chatting with the founders of Body Kind Nutrition, Eleni and Ashantis! We're covering their unique approach to weight-inclusive, gentle nutrition, the intersection of mental health and nutrition, and of course practical tips for consistent, compassionate nourishment. Perfect for anyone eager to redefine their relationship with food and fitness. Body Kind Nutrition is a...

We're diving into this episode of The Body Talks with Emma - host of the F*ck That Shit podcast! We will be talking about Emma's podcast, what it means to live unapologetically and to really say f*ck that shit! Emma Shull is an educator, podcast host, and burlesque performer dedicated to disrupting the status quo one story at a time. As the creator of F*CK THAT SHIT, a season-based podcast...

In today's episode, Vera is joined by Milda Zolubaite, founder of Nutrition Path. They discuss strategies for breaking the binge cycle, small steps to recovery, and the upcoming 'Break the Binge Cycle Summit,' which will present tools and insights from various experts to guide people towards food freedom and a healthier relationship with their bodies. Sign up for the Break the Binge Cy...

In today's talk, Vera chats with Ezra on recovering from disordered eating, working with their body and taking rests, and the absolute joy they receive from figure skating. Ezra is an educator and amateur competitive figure skater determined to turn their inner critic into their biggest cheerleader. Through reconnecting with their body, Ezra has found peace and empowerment after a lifetime of stru...

In today's episode, Vera talks to Lanie, powerlifter and pole dancer on their experiences within these two sports while also navigating PTSD . Lanie Bishop is an accomplished multi-disciplinary athlete with over a decade of experience in pole dancing and competitive power lifting, both as an athlete and as a volunteer. Lanie sees movement as a way to heal, to connect, and create lasting relati...

In today's episode, Vera is sitting down to talk with photographer Laura Brooks! They dive into outdoor boudoir photography, the beauty of nature (and how it's within us too!), cultivating safety and community, and Fat Swim Seattle! Laura Brooks specializes in fat positive and weight neutral outdoor boudoir portraiture for all bodies as well as queer and polyamorous-friendly photography fo...

In today's episode, Vera is chatting with Lindsay Johnson on their journey with knee injuries, getting into powerlifting and Fantastical Fatty. Lindsay Johnson, aka The Radical Connector, is a sales & visibility coach for misfit entrepreneurs building their businesses to the beat of their own drums and radical enough to believe they can change the world! Lindsay’s passion for using entrepr...

In today's episode, Vera talks to Julianna Mazzei aka Jewelz Journey of Journey Mental Health Network on how she went from being a plus size model to shredding up the skate park to helping people with their self-image through psychotherapy. Julianna is a long time body positive advocate, former plus size model and a registered psychotherpaist qualifying dedicated to promoting mental health and sup...

In today's episode, we're going to dive into the backstory of our host, Vera and how she went from hating fitness, being entrenched in diet culture, to finding joy in movement and becoming a personal trainer and flexibility coach, and what this podcast is all about! Remember that no matter your size, your body deserves your respect. Show it some small act of kindness today. Connect with Ve...

Welcome to The Body Talks ! Here, we'll dive deep into movement, strength, and joy at every size, hosted by Vera Schofield, certified personal trainer and flexibility coach. Each episode, we’re having conversations with people who are redefining fitness, confidence, and what it means to truly live in our bodies, because every body has a story to tell. Make sure to subscribe!