The Liz Moody Podcast

What’s holding you back? Are you scared to try out new skills, or that you might fail to reach your goals? I’m walking you through some of the most frequently shared negative beliefs from my listeners and helping you change your mindset to change your life. Among the most commonly shared beliefs were being too afraid to try new things, being afraid to fail, and believing you’re too old to chase yo...

Our society is not built for connection – we can order everything on our phones, and it is possible for us to get most of our needs met without even leaving the house. This convenience is deceptive and has left us lonelier, and more sick, than ever before.  We’ve all heard the conventional hacks and tips about improving our health, but we often feel the healthiest when we are connected with other...

From writing multiple cookbooks, being the food editor at MindBodyGreen, and having nutrition experts on the show, I’ve learned lots of tips and tricks over the years to make food that is both healthy and delicious. Today, I’m giving you my favorite tips that have improved my diet and my health and the best part, have made my food tastier than ever. We’re going to increase your fiber intake, make...

The internet is full of misleading and unfounded claims about how to eat healthily. Nutritional science is an ever-changing field, and Dr. Tim Spector is in the top 1% of cited doctors in the world. It’s his mission to improve our lives by improving our diets. Dr. Spector helps us cut through confusion and myths and break down the science that tells us how we can best eat for health, wellness, and...

Did you know that just a few minutes of exercise a day can have substantial health benefits? How about that short conversations can make us more optimistic? In today’s mini-episode, I’m walking you through the micro habits that can level up your mental and physical health.  Micro habits have science-backed benefits, both from studies on specific individual micro habits like short walks and because...

Are your workouts science-backed? Dr. Shannon Ritchey, a physical therapist and the founder of Evlo Fitness, busts fitness myths and gives listeners tips to make their workouts easier, more effective, and more fun. For Shannon, building an effective workout routine is all about choosing exercises that make you feel better and improve your health. This means prioritizing strength training, avoiding...

Whether you’ve thought through the last year’s highs and lows or you’re taking it day-by-day, these nine questions will help you get a better understanding of what you need moving into the new year. In this mini-episode, I’m discussing nine research-backed questions to make 2025 your year. Ready to uplevel every part of your life? Order Liz’s book 100 Ways to Change Your Life: The Science of Level...

Heading into the new year and reflecting on this past one, I’m giving you the best-of-the-best clips from experts on the podcast in 2024 – from nutrition to mental health to improving your work-life balance and everything in between. The full episodes are linked below, so be sure to listen to any that you might’ve missed to get all the life-changing information! 2:28 Blood Tests with Dr. Shah 6:43...

Lots of women are afraid of perimenopause and menopause, but they shouldn’t have to be. Tamsen Fadal is paving the way for a better future for women starting menopause by debunking fears and fighting for visibility. Author, journalist, and documentary producer Tamsen Fadal made menopause education her life’s mission after going through it herself with little to no guidance. There are lots of myths...

Wondering why you have trouble falling asleep, why you hit that midday slump, how to reach peak performance, and more? Learn how to optimize your circadian rhythm with science journalist Lynne Peeples. In this conversation, Lynne and Liz discuss everything from light exposure to melatonin, as well as practical tips that everyone can use to improve their circadian rhythm and overall health. Your ci...

Struggling with gift ideas in a consumption-obsessed climate? Having trouble finding the right gifts for your loved ones that won’t end up in the back of their closet? Feeling guilty about buying gifts that probably won’t be used? I’ve got you covered!  It’s time to think outside the box. For example, experiences are scientifically proven to be great gifts, and they do not come with the extra wast...

Do you want to level up your life, friendships, relationships, and more? In this conversation, Liz Moody speaks with behavioral scientist Logan Ury on how to get past surface-level friendships and relationships and spend your time more intentionally, as well as exercises you can use to get past mental and physical blocks and start living your dream life. Logan also discusses her Netflix show The L...

Are you an anxious flier? Ease your anxiety with Kyle Koukol, Pilot and Founder of Dial A Pilot. Kyle explains why flying is not dangerous, the many procedures that pilots use to ensure safety, what’s really causing turbulence, and more. Kyle begins by addressing turbulence – what it is, why we are seeing more of it, and why it will never take down a plane. He also explains the technology that all...

One Tree Hill star Bethany Joy Lenz knows a lot about cults – from personal and professional experience. While she stared in a show about cults, Bethany found herself in the Big House Family church covenant, a bible study group-turned-cult that isolated her from her family and peers. Joining a cult is much easier than you might think, and incredibly smart people join cults often. According to Beth...

Learn how to fend off and shorten the duration of oncoming colds, flus, and viruses & boost your immune system to keep from getting sick in the first place! Feeling an early winter cold coming on? There’s no worse feeling than knowing you’re about to be sick but not being able to stop the symptoms. Learn the methods to prevent and stop illness from Liz Moody’s conversations with three doctors: Dr....

Learn the secrets to stress-free hosting, including how to host on a budget thanks to Trader Joe’s, in this conversation with Gaby Dalkin, just in time for your holiday parties!  As a private chef, Gaby Dalkin learned how to prepare food for parties quickly, including preparing for the unexpected. She learned how to stretch food when more people are coming than expected, how to create the perfect...

Looking to elevate your style? In this conversation Liz speaks with fashion content creator Parker York Smith about the ins and outs of men’s fashion, where to shop, how to dress for any body type, and more. Lots of men want to have great style but don’t know where to start. Parker York Smith is making men’s fashion approachable and fun with his videos on everything from men’s jewelry to simple st...

What actually happens on a silent meditation retreat? In this conversation, my husband and I discuss our experiences on a week-long Jhourney meditation retreat. The retreat attempts to teach participants how to reach a jhana state, which is a state of deep relaxation and bliss. Spoiler alert: one of us was able to reach it, and the other wasn’t! The intentionally slow pacing of the retreat allowed...

Learn how to manage your everyday stress and build resilience in this conversation with Dr. Jenny Taitz. There are new stress relief tips trending online every day, but which ones actually work? In this episode, Liz Moody speaks with author, certified CBT and DBT therapist, and professor in the Department of Psychiatry at UCLA Jenny Taitz about stress management and relief. She offers advice on ho...

Solo episode! I’m demystifying the art and science of small talk so you can be a great conversationalist and overcome social anxiety at parties (like those upcoming holiday parties!), work events, group dinners, and more.  I think of myself as an extroverted introvert – small talk did not initially come easy to me, but I’ve learned to love it. In this solo episode, I’m giving you the tools and res...

Could awe be the secret to happiness? In this conversation, Liz Moody discusses new research on the benefits of awe with Dr. Dacher Keltner. Learn about the benefits of awe and how to incorporate it into your life.  Dr. Keltner is a psychology professor at Berkeley and was a lead consultant developing the emotions in the movies Inside Out and Inside Out 2.An extremely prolific writer, Keltner has...

Solo episode! I’m answering listener questions on work, wellness, time management, being a content creator, beauty trends like Botox and lasers, and relationships. How do you stick to your health goals? How do you build back relationships after tough times? Today I’m answering your questions! The listener questions cover everything from Botox to productivity. I’m giving you my takes on topics like...

The Lazy Genius Kendra Adachi joins Liz Moody to discuss productivity and time management. Kenda, a bestselling author and podcast host, takes a compassionate approach to time management. She is the only productivity expert who will tell you that you should not prioritize greatness, and that wholeness and self-actualization is much more important. Learn how to ditch the all-or-nothing mindset, cre...

Today I’m delving into the pervasive issue of misinformation online, exploring the challenges of discerning truth amidst digital noise. We’re discussing the role of algorithms in amplifying inflammatory content on social media and media platforms, driven by engagement metrics. We’re also going to learn some incredibly important tools for media literacy, like the SIFT method by Mike Caulfield for q...

Julia Michaels is a prolific songwriter and singer, with multiple awards and nominations including Grammys, AMAs, and Billboard Music Awards. She discusses stage fright, anxiety, heartbreak, and more. Singer-songwriter Julia Michaels sits down with Liz to open up about her career and personal journey with anxiety and depression. Julia discusses her life’s path from feeling sidelined in her family...