The Hairy Chin Podcast

In this episode, host Spencer Moore welcomes Amy Mowbray, founder of The Migraine Life, to unpack the complex reality of living with migraine, a misunderstood neurological disorder. Amy shares her personal journey from being bedridden with daily attacks to reclaiming her life, blending medical insight and lived experience. Together, they dive into the science behind migraine, common triggers, mana...

In this episode of Chin Chats, Spencer dives into the topic of health burnout, particularly in the context of chronic illnesses that require long-term care and treatments. She shares her personal journey of navigating chronic health struggles, explaining how burnout isn't just about being overworked, but about battling your own body. Spencer explores the mental challenges of "all or nothing" think...

In this episode, host Spencer Moore and registered dietitian Alana Kessler of Be Well By AK dive into the complexities of emotional eating, exploring how it often stems from deeper issues than mere hunger. They unravel Alana's personal journey of overcoming disordered eating and her holistic approach to healing through nutrition, , connection, yoga and mindfulness. The conversation highlights the...

In this episode of Chin Chats, Spencer shares her personal experience with breast cancer treatment, specifically left-sided chest radiation. She discusses the three key lessons she learned and what she would do differently if faced with radiation again. Spencer highlights the importance of deep breathing, staying hydrated, and incorporating movement to alleviate radiation side effects. Reflecting...

In our debut Chin Chats episode of The Hairy Chin Podcast , Spencer Moore addresses the trending narrative of Medical Misogyny and why women can’t afford to wait for the system to change. From dismissive doctors to exploitative wellness industries, Spencer explains how the healthcare system continues to fail women, leaving them feeling unheard, gaslit, and desperate. She emphasizes the importance...

In this episode, host Spencer Moore talks with Perrin White, a speech language pathologist and orofacial myologist, about the profound impacts of proper breathing. Perrin shares her personal journey from struggles with allergies and ADHD to discovering the importance of airway health. Together, they explore how breathing patterns can affect everything from sinus issues to overall wellness. Perrin...

In our first episode of 2025, we welcome Virginia Ziulu to explore the hidden connection between histamine intolerance and menopause, a topic that affects countless women yet remains widely misunderstood. We dive into the role of mast cells, antihistamines, and genetics, uncovering why some women are more prone to histamine intolerance during perimenopause and menopause. Virginia also sheds light...

In our 10th episode, “The PMDD Chick” Britney Marsden and I discuss Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD), a severe form of PMS that affects many women. Britney shares her personal journey with PMDD, including the emotional and physical symptoms, the role of neurotransmitters like serotonin, and the importance of tracking symptoms for diagnosis. We explore the connection between trauma and PMDD,...

In this special release episode, I welcome back Amy Enos, the Low-Tox Pharmacist, for an eye-opening conversation about some hidden dangers in make-up. We explore the reality of greenwashing in the beauty industry and provide actionable tips to help you, the consumer, make safer choices for your health. From statistics and make-up trends to a breakdown of harmful ingredients like talc, heavy mater...

In this episode of The Hairy Chin Podcast, I sit down with Lisa Santamera, a skin, lymph, and jaw health practitioner based in Barcelona, to explore the profound impact between stress and the body. Lisa shares her unique journey and evolution into specialty body work that includes lymphatic drainage, TMJ massage, facials and bespoke body treatments. She and I dive deep into the ways chronic stress...

In this episode of The Hairy Chin Podcast , I talk with Kristin Richards about Lipedema, a progressive, underdiagnosed and weight resistant fat disorder affecting nearly 11% of women. Kristin shares her journey, exploring the hormonal imbalances and misdiagnoses that impacted her experience. We discuss symptoms like disproportionate fat accumulation, weight loss resistance, and the role of estroge...

In this episode of The Hairy Chin Podcast, I sit down with Amy Enos, a pharmacist turned low-tox living advocate, to explore the hidden dangers lurking in everyday personal care products. Amy breaks down the science behind harmful chemicals like fragrance, phthalates, parabens, and formaldehyde, which are commonly found in beauty and household products, and how they impact our hormone health, fert...

In our fifth episode of The Hairy Chin Podcast , licensed mental health counselor and trauma therapist, Giulia Preziuso, joins me to talk about how current statistics state 70% of divorces are initiated by women. Giulia breaks down the underlying reasons behind this percentage, such as emotional disengagement and gender conditioning. She shares valuable insights from her work as a Gottman Certifie...

In this episode of The Hairy Chin Podcast, Katie Tarr joins me to discuss her journey with Multiple Sclerosis, an autoimmune disease disproportionately affecting women 4:1. Katie, an “MS Sister” and Healthy Home Educator, explains how autoimmune diseases can be triggered, the role of stress and emotional trauma in disease progression, and why gut health is crucial for managing conditions like MS....

In our third episode of The Hairy Chin Podcast, I talk with award-winning International Designer Kelli Ellis about her journey with basal cell carcinoma, focusing on her diagnosis, the Mohs surgery procedure, and her skin cancer recovery. Kelli shares her top sun protection tips and skincare routines that have been essential in her healing process. Discover the importance of early detection, the e...

I’m thrilled to welcome Corrine, the founder of the global Know Your Lemons foundation, a unique organization dedicated to breast cancer prevention. Corrine and I discuss the importance of early breast cancer detection and how her Know Your Lemons visual “lemon campaign” is spreading life-saving education globally. We also share her viral 12 Signs of Breast Cancer image that has been viewed by mor...

Welcome to the very first episode of The Hairy Chin Podcast! I’m your host, Spencer Moore, here to explore the good, the bad, the hairy and the fabulous of female health. This podcast is a safe space for eye-opening conversations, myth-busting insights and relatable stories that celebrate being female. In this first episode, I’ll be sharing the personal health journey that inspired my path into he...