The Thick Thighs Save Lives Podcast

We were delighted to welcome Dr. Ryan Sultan to the podcast, where he shared invaluable insights on safeguarding children from the potential harms of screen time, algorithms, and social media. Dr. Sultan is a distinguished, double board-certified psychiatrist with international recognition. Among his many areas of research expertise and featured specializations are ADD and ADHD. We took the opport...

Seed oils are having a big moment, with many health experts raising concerns about their detrimental effects. Our guest expert, Steven Rofrano, warns that seed oils constitute one-third of our diet and are harmful to our bodies. This alarming statistic brought us to a full stop. In today’s episode we ask Steven if avoiding seed oils is feasible, and how we can make informed choices at the grocery...

Concerned about screen time—both your kids' and your own? Perhaps you're navigating the decision of when to give your child a phone, or maybe you're rethinking past choices. While we all strive for improvement in managing screen time, our aim isn't to condemn technology or advocate for device-free living. Today, we welcome Dr. Ryan Sultan, an internationally recognized, double boar...

In "What’s the No. 1 Predictor of Personal Growth? (Part 1)," we explored whether shame, if it inspires growth and motivates change, has a place in our lives. In this follow-up episode, Kelsea and Rachael delve into various types of shame and how pride influences its effectiveness. Even if you missed the first part, you'll gain five valuable tips on harnessing shame for your benefit...

Hey, stand on one leg then close your eyes. How’s your balance? Our guest today, Dr. Derya Anderson, is a movement and breathing specialist and she’s here to explain Postural Restoration and how imbalances in our bodies, in places we least expect, can cause us pain. As a Postural Restoration Certified (PRC) physical therapist, she examines the complete picture to identify the actual cause of dysfu...

Dr. Donald Layman, with over 30 years dedicated to researching protein's impact on muscle-centric health is here to chat about all things protein! Today he's sharing his insights on: How much protein do we really need? Is there a perfect time to consume protein, like before or after a workout? Does the kind of exercise we do matter when it comes to intake? How can we tell good quality prot...

Today we are talking about an uncomfortable word in a new light: shame. We are taking another look at a concept reserved for negativity and therapist couches and asking ourselves if there’s actually room for shame in our lives if it inspires personal growth and motivates change. In other words, is there a time and place for shame?  Today Rachael and Kelsea find themselves on opposite sides of the...

A lot has changed since last June. Kelsea gave birth to a human! When Rachael and Kelsea recorded this episode last year, they had time to ponder the deeper significance of organic peanut butter. At the time, as Kelsea smiled at the beautiful secret inside her, she spoke about how to adapt to changes in season, specifically the summer, meanwhile she had already embarked on a major change in her li...

Are you looking to manage your hormones but were told to wait until menopause? Do you feel you were ignored by your doctor when you asked about HRT (Hormone Replacement Therapy), perimenopause, menopause, endometriosis, anxiety, depression, brain fog, weight gain, PCOS, or postpartum issues? We invited Dr. Sarah Daccarett, a top hormone expert and founder of Inner Balance to the podcast to give yo...

Tiffany Moon, MD, is a board-certified anesthesiologist, star on The Real Housewives of Dallas, and author of Joy Prescriptions: How I Learned to Stop Chasing Perfection and Embrace Connection. She’s also darn FUNNY and has some things to say about comparing yourself to others and about how to find true joy.   In today's podcast, Tiffany explains how she overcame perfectionism and learned to l...

Why aren’t we wearing bras in this episode? Who cares why. We just don’t feel like it. We are here today with no expectations, just our real selves and our real problems. We’re chatting it out, because Kelsea has been knees deep in poop and needs a reminder that there are other people on the planet. In this episode Kelsea ponders the absurdities and contradictions of motherhood, the importance of...

Is your gut compromised? No worries! We brought Liz Roman, famously known as The Poop Queen, to the podcast because her dedication to uncovering and addressing the root causes of digestive disorders, hormonal imbalances, autoimmune challenges, and metabolic health issues is unmatched. In today’s episode, Liz and Rachael get into: what to do when you’ve tried everything and your doctor isn’t listen...

We love Dr. Rachele Pojednic so much we had to have her back! In her last episode we took a deep dive into cryotherapy, but as an exercise scientist her expertise goes well beyond cryo. She is the CEO and Founder of Strong Process Education and the Director of Scientific Research at Restore Hyperwellness. Her current research examines nutrition, supplementation and physical activity interventions...

Does exercise make you feel happy? How does sitting all day make you feel? These seem like easy questions to answer. But let’s face it, even with our standing desks, our modern lifestyle makes it really easy to be sedentary more often than we’d like. We invited David Raichlen, a Biological Anthropologist whose fascinating research on how human evolution has shaped our need for physical activity to...

We’ve had some amazing guests on the podcast joining Rachael every week 🙌 But no one compares to you Kelsea! ♥️ If you haven’t heard, Kelsea has been off giving birth. And she has quite the story to tell! Get your popcorn and settle in because this one will rival anything on Netflix. Her story’s what you might call a dramedy with plenty of laughter…and poop!  Kelsea went into this adventure so st...

Need a lift? Meet Ginny Maccoll. Ginny is an actress, dancer, and competitive athlete in both Ninja and swimming. She began strength training, inspired by her daughter, Jessie Graff, who has gone farther than any female on American Ninja Warrior. At 63 years young, Ginny did her very first pull up and later competed on American Ninja Warrior, making history at age 71 as the oldest person to comple...

Does the thought of cryotherapy make you want to run full speed in the other direction? Yes the words cryo and therapy can go together and in the most exhilarating way! Dr. Rachele Pojednic, cryotherapy expert and Director of Scientific Research at Restore Hyper Wellness is here to explain why you should give it a try and that three minutes is all you need. In this episode she discusses her cuttin...

In this episode, we chat with Meena Jagpal-Paré, a Classical Feng Shui Master, Energy Clearing Guide, Manifestation Coach, and founder of Momentum Feng Shui, about the impact our living spaces can have on our mental well-being. Meena shares common mistakes that can contribute to stress and chaos in your spaces, and offers practical tips for creating a more harmonious environment—like decluttering...

We know you are mindful of what is going in your body but have you thought about when it goes in? And what’s your most important meal of the day? We invited Dr. Courtney Peterson, a leading expert on intermittent fasting (IF) to the podcast to discuss time-restricted eating (TRE), a popular form of IF.  She explains the health benefits of TRE, including weight loss, and how it rejuvenates your bod...

Today we welcome Dr. Laura Koniver back to the podcast! In her previous episode, Laura introduces grounding and its potential benefits. In this episode Rachael and Laura get into the proven health benefits of grounding, including its impact on full body inflammation, sleep and cortisol levels. Ever heard of “inflammaging”? Laura’s explanation is not one to be forgotten. Rachael and Laura also delv...

Jamie Mittelman says she is the luckiest person in the world. She founded Flame Bearers to champion the stories of women Olympians and Paralympians and now she gives voice to female athletes across the globe. Did you know women today receive only 15% of sports media coverage? Jamie is not only changing that, she is challenging the way female athletes are addressed and portrayed in the media, which...

In this episode of the podcast, Marcella Friel, an author, teacher, and food and forgiveness mentor, introduces listeners to EFT Tapping, a neurological repatterning tool. Marcella specializes in helping women heal the emotional roots of yo-yo dieting, binge eating, sugar addiction, and body shaming. During the episode, Marcella and Rachael discuss the reasons why diets fail, the use of food as a...

Have you heard of Girls on the Run? Cyndi Roy Gonzalez, Executive Director of GOTR Greater Boston is here to tell you all about it! GOTR is a nonprofit afterschool program for elementary and middle schools that inspires girls to be joyful, healthy, and confident. GOTR is the “why” for our Miles in March challenge fundraiser! We are crazy about GOTR! Why?... GOTR gives girls the tools they need to...

Think you’re a natural at talking? After all, you’ve been doing it your entire life. But have you ever wondered if the way you communicate really works for you? Today’s special guest, Cynthia Kane, is a communication expert. certified meditation and mindfulness instructor, and best selling author and she’s here to help you take an honest look at your communication situation.  In today’s episode Ra...

If you think a past ankle sprain isn’t haunting your squat form, think again! In this episode, we sit down with Alyssa Borges, corrective exercise specialist, owner of Enchanted Wellness, and CVG Influencer, to uncover where your aches and pains are coming from. From glutes that ghost you postpartum to hip shifts caused by carrying kids, Alyssa breaks down how corrective exercise is the key to unl...