The Synergee Podcast

GLP-1 medications have become one of the biggest conversations in health and weight loss — but are they good, bad, or simply misunderstood? In this episode, Kelly and Lori have an honest, balanced conversation about GLP-1s, metabolic health, blood sugar, muscle loss, nutrient depletion, hormone changes, gut health, and why these medications should never be treated as a quick fix. They discuss why...

What if aging isn't simply the passage of time—but the result of inflammation, cellular breakdown, and lost communication within the body? In this fascinating conversation, Kelly and Lori sit down with stem cell biologist Dr. Ian White to explore a completely different way of thinking about aging. Together, they dive into the emerging science of regeneration, stem cells, cellular communication, in...

What if your fatigue isn't just about getting older… or being busy? In this powerful episode, Dr. Sam Shay returns to The Synergee Podcast to uncover the deeper root causes behind low energy, brain fog, burnout, hormone shifts, poor recovery, inflammation, and feeling like your body just isn't functioning the way it used to. This conversation goes far beyond "just being tired." We dive into the hi...

What if the foods most people consider "healthy" aren't actually giving the body what it truly needs? In this eye-opening episode, we sit down with a professional chef turned health advocate to discuss the difference between simply eating "real food" and eating foods that are truly nutrient-dense and bioavailable. After a frightening health crisis involving his young daughter, his entire perspecti...

What if your constant cravings… your "food noise"… and your struggle with willpower  weren't actually your fault? In this episode of the Synergee Podcast, we sit down with Sarah Kennedy, CEO of Calocurb, to unpack the real science behind hunger, appetite, and metabolic health. This is not another "eat less, try harder" conversation. We dive into: Why your brain is wired to think about food (and ho...

Travel is supposed to be fun, but let's be honest, it can also be exhausting, disruptive, and hard on your body when you are not prepared. In this episode, we're pulling back the curtain on our most humbling travel experiences, from altitude sickness in Peru to getting unexpectedly stranded in the Caribbean, and sharing the lessons those moments taught us about traveling well. We talk through the...

In this powerful episode, Kelly and Lori sit down with Dr. Jenny Tufenkian, a naturopathic physician with more than 20 years of experience helping people navigate chronic illness and reclaim their energy. Drawing from both her clinical expertise and her own personal healing journey, Dr. Jenny shares a thoughtful functional medicine approach to fatigue and why true healing often goes far beyond sim...

For decades, Americans have been told what healthy eating should look like—from the Food Pyramid to MyPlate. But if those guidelines were enough, why are rates of obesity, diabetes, and metabolic dysfunction still rising? In this episode, Kelly and Lori take a deeper look at what the Food Pyramid got wrong, what MyPlate improved, and why neither approach fully supports true metabolic health. They...

This conversation might change how you think about nutrition—at the cellular level. We're joined by Dr. Stephanie Venn-Watson, a veterinarian and epidemiologist with a remarkable background spanning the CDC, WHO, Department of Defense, and DARPA, plus 60+ peer-reviewed publications and 40+ patents. Her work studying the U.S. Navy's dolphins—some living 40, 50, even 60 years—opened the door to a su...

 board-certified interventional cardiologist turned longevity-focused heart expert joins Kelly & Lori to pull back the curtain on what he really saw in the cath lab—and why today's biggest cardiovascular threat isn't just cholesterol, it's inflammation + insulin resistance. We dig into: Why heart disease is an inflammatory condition (and what COVID revealed) The "new" pattern of diffuse, multi-ves...

Description:  What if better blood sugar balance isn't just about what you eat or how much you move—but also about connection, safety, and your nervous system? In this episode of the Synergee Podcast, we're joined by Dr. Rita Marie Laska, a functional medicine clinician, nutritional endocrinology expert, and founder of the Institute of Nutritional Endocrinology. Dr. Rita Marie brings over 25 years...

A sudden MS diagnosis in 1999 became a turning point for Elizabeth Yarnell, launching her into a decades-long exploration of inflammation, autoimmunity, and food as medicine. In this episode, Elizabeth shares her personal journey, the foundational role of whole foods, and why gut health, clean water, and reducing everyday exposures matter more than most people realize. This conversation is a pract...

If you've tried everything for fatigue, brain fog, and feeling stuck in survival mode—but you're still not better—this episode is for you.   On The Synergee Podcast, Kelly and Lori sit down with Dr. Sam Shea (aka the Friendly Lab Nerd) to unpack why "magic bullet" protocols often fail—and why healing requires a clear framework, not more guessing.   In this episode, we explore:   Why chronic sympto...

As we close out the year, we're reflecting on the conversations that made the biggest impact. In this  Best of The Synergee Podcast 2025  episode, we revisit the most powerful, most-shared, and most-loved moments from this year's episodes—featuring expert insights on  functional medicine, nutrition, hormone health, nervous system regulation, trauma, inflammation, resilience, and whole-body healing...

If you've ever wondered why you're exhausted, overwhelmed, inflamed, or stuck in cycles of shutdown despite "doing everything right," this episode will change everything.   We're joined by Dr. Aimie Apigian, founder of The Biology of Trauma®, to break down how trauma is stored not just in the mind — but in the nervous system, hormones, gut, immune system, and the entire body.   Inside the episode:...

In this episode of The Synergee Podcast, Kelly and Lori sit down with Michael Antonelli, founder of Health Devotee, to explore one of the most exciting breakthroughs in functional and regenerative medicine—peptides. Michael shares how these small but mighty molecules support healing, energy, metabolism, and longevity, and how personalized peptide protocols are changing the future of health optimiz...

James Maskell joins Kelly and Lori to reveal why the next revolution in medicine won't come from Big Pharma—it'll come from empowered people and connected communities. In this inspiring conversation, they dive into how functional medicine, community care, and patient empowerment are reshaping healthcare from the ground up. Together, they explore what it means to move beyond symptom management and...

In this empowering episode of The Synergee Podcast, Kelly and Lori talk with Dr. Susan Fox, a leader in women's health and functional medicine, about transforming the fertility journey from frustration to empowerment. Dr. Fox shares how detoxification, hormone balance, nervous system regulation, and energetic alignment can optimize fertility, pregnancy, and long-term vitality. You'll learn why fer...

Stress feels heavier, sleep is harder, and your spark isn't what it used to be—but you're not broken. In this episode, Kelly and Lori tackle your top midlife questions on stress, hormones, sleep, and intimacy. Learn why adrenal health matters, how to reclaim restorative sleep, and what really drives weight gain in your 40s and 50s. With practical, food-first strategies and hormone-balancing insigh...

You can eat clean, move your body, and manage stress… but if money worries keep you up at night, your health is still at risk. In this eye-opening episode, Lori and Kelly sit down with Jason Woodall, founder of Woodall Wealth Management, and his assistant Ellie to uncover how financial wellness is deeply tied to physical, emotional, and even relationship health.   From breaking free of fear and mo...

In this second installment of our conversation with Dr. Richie Shoemaker, we dive deeper into the heart of Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS)—exploring both the science and the human experience behind it. Dr. Shoemaker opens up about his personal motivations and the driving force behind decades of groundbreaking research. Together, we discuss the evolving landscape of CIRS treatment, fr...

If you've been told "everything looks normal" but you still feel exhausted, foggy, or stuck in a cycle of unexplained illness—this episode could change everything. In this powerful, information-rich conversation, Lori and Kelly sit down with Dr. Richie Shoemaker, the groundbreaking physician who uncovered a hidden driver behind many complex chronic illnesses: Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome...

In this powerful episode of The Synergee Podcast, Lori and Kelly are joined by Laura Wilson to explore the intersection of science-backed movement and real-life wellness transformation. They introduce the  Reset to Resilience app, a revolutionary tool designed to help women reconnect with their bodies and rebuild health from the inside out. The episode dives deep into the benefits of Power Plate t...

In this powerful episode, Lori and Kelly welcome back Dr. Deanna Minich, a trailblazer in integrative health and functional nutrition. They explore the often-overlooked role of melatonin—not just as a sleep aid, but as a critical regulator of mitochondrial health, immune resilience, and even hormone balance. From understanding your maternal mitochondrial lineage to navigating seasonal nutrition an...

In this powerful episode of  The Synergee Podcast , we welcome Dr. Tricia Pingel to unpack the all-too-common "Feel Like Crap Syndrome." If you've ever heard "your labs are fine" but still feel exhausted, anxious, or disconnected, this conversation is for you. Dr. Pingel dives into the modern-day health crisis of overstimulation, chronic stress, and the silent toll it takes on hormone balance, adr...