The Elle Russ Show

Elle Russ chats with Rob Mack about the modern state of dating, relationships, loneliness, happiness, and human connection in an increasingly disconnected world. Together, they explore everything from dating app fatigue, commitment paralysis, and "strategic singledom" to the rise of polyamory, self-awareness culture, trauma patterns, friendship, and the misunderstood meaning of "alpha" traits in m...

On today's episode, Elle Russ speaks with Karen about her harrowing thyroid journey. Her story is one of the most extreme and inspiring thyroid recoveries. After years of debilitating hypothyroid symptoms, failed T4-only treatment, crushing fatigue, hair loss, depression, migraines, and being repeatedly dismissed by doctors, Karen's health deteriorated so severely that she was told she could die i...

In this episode, Elle Russ breaks down how confidence got turned into a weird public performance where being loud, unfiltered, and constantly visible is treated like proof of self-worth. Elle talks about: Why confidence isn't the same as boldness, oversharing, or visibility The difference between performance confidence and real, internal confidence Why silence can be powerful (and not a sign of we...

If you've been dealing with fatigue, weight gain, brain fog - and you're convinced that your thyroid is the problem…you might be starting in the wrong place. In this episode, I break down why the thyroid is sometimes not the first domino to fall, and why jumping straight to thyroid medication can sometimes backfire. We're talking about the real upstream drivers: high HbA1c and insulin resistance m...

Elle Russ sits down with her private client, Michelle, to unpack her transformation from hypothyroidism hell to vibrant, fully restored health in just four months inside the Thyroid Rx program. At 31 and raising two young boys, Michelle had gone over two years without a menstrual cycle. While her OB-GYN pushed for hormone-induced intervention, Elle addressed the root cause—her thyroid. The result?...

Christine Blosdale is a podcast and multimedia coach, international three-time Amazon #1 bestselling author, media personality, and engaging speaker. She has 25 years of experience in the entertainment world as a broadcast journalist, interviewer, and award-winning radio personality. She has raised over $19 million for KPFK, the nonprofit radio station in Los Angeles.  She hosts The Expert Authori...

We've been culturally trained to believe sharing a bed equals closeness - but what if sleeping separately actually improves connection, intimacy, and overall happiness? In this episode, I share why I've had a sleep divorce from the very beginning of my relationship, how it's strengthened our marriage (not harmed it), and why protecting sleep might be one of the most loving decisions a couple can m...

In this episode, we unpack The Alex Honnold Conundrum - why someone can be objectively extraordinary and still deeply unsettling on a human level. This isn't a takedown, a diagnosis, or internet armchair psychology. It's a nuanced look at greatness, emotional minimalism, confidence, and the difference between admiration and compatibility. Using Alex Honnold as a case study, we explore what people...

Elle Russ chats with Michele Scarlet - a Board-Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, Certified Personal Trainer, and Women's Health Coach. They discuss Michele's journey with breast implant disease and detox in general.   Michele is also the founder of COREFIT, a holistic women's health program where she helps women uncover what's really going on...

In this episode Elle Russ recaps some lessons from 2025, discusses a few health hacks from her menopause journey, and goes on a rampage to motivate you to become the best of whatever you are in 2026!   FREEBIES: Free Thyroid Guide + Video Series:  https://www.elleruss.com/thyroid-guide Free Confidence eBook & Workbook:  https://www.elleruss.com/7secrets Elle's newsletter:  https://www.elleruss.com...

In this episode, #1 bestselling author and thyroid expert Elle Russ   discusses misconceptions and nuances behind Reverse T3 issues and T3-only dosing, including the problems with sustained-release T3 and why most people don't need to go directly to a T3-only dosing strategy.   FREEBIES: Free Thyroid Guide + Video Series:  https://www.elleruss.com/thyroid-guide Free Confidence eBook & Workbook:  h...

Elle Russ chats with Rochelle Hacias - a board-certified health and wellness coach and functional nutrition expert.  She has founded  Health Coaching for You , where she helps women over 45 who feel emotionally drained, mentally stuck, and unsure how to take care of themselves in this season of life. Through her holistic, real-life approach, she supports women in quieting the mental noise, reconne...

Elle Russ chats with Holly Perkins, BS, CSCS, CISSN - an established expert and thought leader in women's health issues. For 30 years, Holly has educated and guided thousands of women through her in-person and virtual practice. She is the author of  Lift to Get Lean (Rodale, 2014), and an established expert in women's health with an emphasis on physical performance, nutrition, and mindset manageme...

This episode is a thyroid deep dive — a jam-packed conversation with Dr. Gary E. Foresman, MD of MiddlePathMedicine.com . We tackle the biggest myths, mistakes, and misunderstandings in thyroid treatment today. Here's what we cover: The FDA Ban on Natural Desiccated Thyroid (NDT): What it really means for patients. Medication Before Labs: Why you should never take T4/T3 or T3-only meds before a th...

Elle Russ revisits and deconstructs a childhood argument from 1985 that perfectly captures why being right feels so good—and when that feeling can backfire. Exploring the evolutionary roots of our need to be right, she unpacks both the highs and the hidden pitfalls of being right.   FREEBIES: Free Thyroid Guide + Video Series:  https://www.elleruss.com/thyroid-guide Free Confidence eBook & Workboo...

Is kindness always a strength—or can it secretly hold you back? In this deep dive, Elle Russ explore the neuroscience and psychology behind kindness, from its evolutionary roots to its modern-day pitfalls. Discover when kindness becomes a hidden weakness (people-pleasing, fawning, manipulative generosity) and when it's a genuine superpower (helper's high, reciprocal altruism). Learn how to audit y...

In this episode,  Elle Russ chats with Hilary DeCesare - a Silicon Valley powerhouse who impacted $250million in sales for Oracle, Hilary now guides "millionaires in the making" and "impact millionaires" to scale their wealth and create a profound synergy between financial success and meaningful impact.  Her transformative approach helps women worldwide reset their lives, businesses, and legacies,...

In this episode,  Elle Russ  chats with Philip Blackledge - he was ordained a priest in the Scottish Episcopal church in 1999. As he was ordained, the heavens opened, there was a mighty thundering and a heavenly voice spoke out of the cloud saying "Bloody hell, we're really scraping the bottom of the barrel these days."  Before ordination he was a classical music singer, appearing on a number of r...

In this episode,  Elle Russ  chats with Dr. Sam Graber - a health transformation expert who helps women business owners expand their health span so they can lead with purpose, clarity, and vitality—without sacrificing themselves in the process.   Drawing from her 30+ years in holistic healthcare, metabolic science, and mindset mastery, Dr. Sam guides high-achieving women to nourish their bodies, r...

In this episode,  Elle Russ deconstructs cultural jealousy and how you can take lessons from it to enrich your success. In a world that claims to celebrate achievement, why do so many cultures secretly punish those who stand out? This episode pulls back the curtain on Tall Poppy Syndrome - that insidious social reflex that makes people attack anyone who rises too high. We trace this phenomenon fro...

In this episode, Elle Russ chats with Dr. Gary E. Foresman MD to unpack the science, hype, and controversy surrounding GLP-1-based weight loss medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and peptides. Dr. Foresman explores how these drugs actually work—from appetite suppression to metabolic effects—and who's a good candidate (and who should avoid them). The conversation tackles the real benefits a...

In this empowering episode, confidence author and expert Elle Russ  dives into confidence—what it truly means, how to cultivate it, and why it's the foundation of a fulfilling life.   Backed by groundbreaking studies, Elle explores the compelling science behind why should want to become confident.   Whether you're struggling with self-doubt or looking to elevate your confidence to the next level,...

Elle Russ chats with   Shelly Tygielski -  the author of  Sit Down to Rise Up  and founder of the global grassroots mutual aid organization Pandemic of Love. She is also the co-founder of Partners in Kind, a purpose in production equity funds that invests in social impact in entertainment projects.     Her work as a self-care activist, community organizer, and mindfulness teacher has been featured...

In this solo episode,  Elle Russ  explores the profound feeling of what she calls Retroactive Relief.  Discover why looking back at risks you almost didn't take—like a missed conversation, a bold move, or a leap of faith—can reveal how those decisions shaped your best moments.   Dive into the evolutionary psychology of risk, regret, and courage, and learn how to harness this powerful emotion to fu...

Elle Russ chats with Lisa Kantor - the founding partner of Kantor & Kantor LLP. Lisa is a highly experienced appellate attorney. She handles appeals to the circuit court of appeals and has focused her practice on representing individuals whose health benefits have been denied for treatment of physical or mental illnesses. Lisa has worked on federal lawsuits and administrative appeals regarding hea...