The Whole Home Living Podcast

If you've ever felt stuck between  knowing what to do and actually doing it, this episode is for you.  We've talked about simplifying food, building a foundation, and reducing decision fatigue, but what comes next? In this episode, we're bridging that gap. You'll learn how to take everything you've already been working on and turn it into one simple, realistic starting point using SMART goals—with...

Recently I saw a Threads post that said: "With all the news about colon cancer, I looked at what it takes to reach my fiber goals… and I noped out." Honestly, I understand the feeling. Fiber recommendations can look intimidating when you see the numbers. But colon cancer prevention is also deeply personal for me. When I was a freshman in high school, my cousin died from colon cancer. That experien...

Fasting is trending. You can't scroll social media without hearing about it. For some people, structured fasting can improve markers of metabolic health. It can simplify eating patterns and reduce mindless snacking. But during Lent, the Church invites us into fasting for a different reason. Lenten fasting isn't about optimizing your body. It's about reordering your attachments. In this episode, we...

The H.E.A.R.T. Method: How Food, Home, and Habits Work Together (Episode 9) How Food, Home, and Daily Life Shape Long-Term Health Healthy living doesn't fail because people don't care; it fails because most advice is fragmented. In this episode of the Whole Home Living Podcast, Katie introduces her H.E.A.R.T. Method, the foundational framework behind Whole Home Living. This episode connects everyt...

Episode 8: Heart Health Starts at Home American Heart Month Special: Why Daily Choices Matter More Than You Think February is American Heart Month, and instead of focusing on fear or worst-case scenarios, this episode looks at what actually shapes heart health over time—your daily habits, your food environment, and your home. In this episode of the Whole Home Living Podcast, Katie breaks down what...

Ever open your pantry when you're starving—and feel like there's nothing to eat? In this episode of the Whole Home Living Podcast, Katie walks you through the plant-based pantry essentials that make healthy eating easier, faster, and far less stressful, especially on busy, exhausted nights. Building on last week's conversation about hunger, this episode focuses on environment design. Because when...

Have you ever eaten a full meal—only to feel hungry again an hour later? In this episode of the Whole Home Living Podcast, Katie breaks down one of the most frustrating (and misunderstood) food struggles: constant hunger. If you've ever blamed yourself for lacking willpower or assumed something is "wrong" with you, this conversation offers a powerful reframe. You'll learn why persistent hunger is...

Talking about calories makes a lot of people uncomfortable—and for good reason. In this episode of the Whole Home Living Podcast, Katie reframes one of the most misunderstood topics in health and nutrition:  calories . You'll learn why calorie counting isn't inherently bad, why it so often feels bad, and how to decide whether tracking is actually helpful for you . This is a judgment-free conversat...

If making food decisions feels like a part-time job, this episode is for you. In today's conversation, Katie breaks down  Traffic Light Eating , a simple, visual framework that helps you decide what to eat without calorie counting, food guilt, or mental exhaustion. Instead of asking "Is this good or bad?" , you'll learn how to see food through a clear, empowering lens that supports your energy, mo...

Tired of second-guessing every food choice? In this episode, Katie cuts through 40 years of conflicting diet advice to reveal what your body actually needs to thrive. It's 6 PM on a Wednesday, you're exhausted, and the mental noise starts: Are sweet potatoes too high in carbs? Did I get enough protein? Is this the good kind of fat or the bad kind? If this sounds familiar, this episode is for you....

Plant-based. Vegan. Whole food. Clean eating. With so many labels floating around, it's no wonder healthy eating feels confusing. In this episode of The Whole Home Living Podcast , Katie Trudeau breaks down what  plant-based eating actually means—and just as importantly, what it doesn't. This conversation isn't about perfection, strict rules, or buying expensive "plant-based" products with green l...

It's 6 PM. You're exhausted. There's food at home—but nothing you can turn into dinner fast enough. So you end up in the drive-thru… again. In this first episode of Whole Home Living , Katie Trudeau shares the personal story that started it all—from calorie counting and convenience food to reading labels, embracing plant-forward eating, and creating a home environment that actually supports health...

A brief introduction to the Whole Home Living Podcast—where we explore simple rhythms, emotional resilience, faith-rooted living, and nourishing plant-based food to help your home support the life you're living. New episodes launch January 30.