Thin Thinking Podcast

If you or someone you love lives with chronic pain, fatigue, or brain fog — and has been told "It's all in your head" — this week's episode is for you. I'm honored to be joined by Tammy Stackelhouse, a powerhouse in fibromyalgia advocacy, support, and healing.  Tammy is an award-winning author, founder of the International Fibromyalgia Coaching Institute, and host of the Fibromyalgia Podcast. She...

Have you ever caught yourself thinking things about your weight that you'd never say to someone else? For many of us, the weight struggle becomes less about food—and more about the toxic relationship we've formed with ourselves. That inner critic? The shame spiral? The relentless "I'm not enough" thoughts? They wear us down, day after day. In this week's podcast episode, we're taking a powerful pa...

Ever find yourself saying, "I won't do it again," after a binge—only to fall back into the same cycle the next night or week? You're not alone. And more importantly... You're not a failure. In this week's powerful podcast episode , we're diving into the REAL reasons behind binge eating—and how you can begin to break the cycle with five deep mindset shifts that go beyond the surface. You'll leave t...

Have you ever walked into a doctor's office with symptoms like hot flashes, sleep issues, anxiety, or brain fog—only to be told, "That's just aging"? Or worse—handed an antidepressant without a real conversation? If so, this week's podcast episode is for you. I'm joined by the incredible Dr. Marcia Harris, a board-certified surgeon and fierce advocate for women's health. Together, we dive deep int...

Picture this: your alarm goes off early in the morning, and you're lying in bed, debating—should I hit snooze or get up and exercise? Just as you're about to decide, your brain flashes a big red STOP sign. Suddenly, that cozy bed wins again. Sound familiar? In this week's episode of Thin Thinking , we're tackling that exact internal struggle—aka mental resistance to working out. Whether you're a l...

Forget the supplement overwhelm—what if you could narrow it down to just five game-changing supplements that actually move the needle on your health? Instead of drowning in endless online studies and conflicting advice, maybe it's time we got real about what our bodies actually need. How about we call them health insurance pills? Or better yet, longevity boosters? In this week's Thin Thinking Podc...

Eating to calm ourselves down has practically become a national pastime. So much so that maybe it's time we renamed our go-to snacks. Instead of "chips," how about emotion food? "Cookies"? Maybe anxiety relief bites? In this week's Thin Thinking Podcast, I'm diving into this very real and very common behavior—and giving you a simple yet powerful hack to shift it. 👉 Whether you find yourself reach...

Let's be honest—travel can throw a major wrench into any weight mastery journey. New time zones, jam-packed schedules, tempting foods at every turn. It's easy to feel like progress has to hit pause. But what if it didn't? In this week's episode of The Thin Thinking Podcast , I sit down with Mary, who released an incredible 47 pounds over the course of a year… all while traveling nine times. Yes—ni...

"What is my ideal weight?" It's a question so many of us ask ourselves—but often, it's not just about the number on the scale. Underneath it can live deeper emotions, self-judgment, and the quiet (but persistent) question: Am I enough? In this week's powerful new episode of the Thin Thinking Podcast , I'm joined by Rhona, who has released 25 pounds and maintained her progress. But our conversation...

Ready to keep the travel vibes going? Part two of our Traveling Lite series just dropped — and it's packed with real-world tips straight from my recent adventure through Spain's stunning Costa Brava and vibrant Valencia. Last week in Part One, we focused on preparing for healthy travel — from mindset to packing smart. (If you missed it, make sure to catch up — it's a must-listen!) This week, in Pa...

Do you love to travel but find it hard to stay on track with your health goals while you're away? In this week's brand-new episode of the Thin Thinking Podcast , I'm kicking off a special two-part travel series—and I'm taking you behind the scenes of my recent adventure to Catalonia, Spain! Part one is all about what happens before you ever step on the plane—because staying healthy while traveling...

If you've been noticing a receding hairline, thinning patches, or more strands in the shower than usual, you're not alone. Hair loss is something many of us start facing as we age—and it can really impact how we feel about ourselves. The good news? There are more effective, science-backed solutions than ever before. In this week's podcast episode , I'm joined by Dr. Alan Bauman, one of the most tr...

​This week on the Thin Thinking Podcast​ , I'm opening up like never before. I'm sharing the raw, honest truth about what really changed when I finally released the weight for good—and kept it off for over 30 years. Spoiler alert: it wasn't the perfect diet. And it definitely wasn't about willpower. This episode is about the deep internal shifts I made—how I stopped self-sabotaging, how I stopped...

This week on the podcast, I'm bringing you a story that will stay with you long after the episode ends. Alice has released 80 pounds and has been maintaining her weight for nearly a year—but her transformation goes far beyond the number on the scale. Growing up with trauma and food deprivation, Alice's early years were marked by scarcity—both emotionally and physically. As she stepped into adultho...

How old were you when you first realized you had a challenge with weight? For some of us, it happens early—maybe as kids or teens. For others, it's later in life. Either way, that moment can shape so much of our journey. In this week's episode of the Thin Thinking Podcast , I'm talking with the absolutely delightful Roberta Walker. Roberta is a semi-retired landscape gardener (and a total joy to t...

Have you ever felt like no matter how hard you try, you keep hitting the same frustrating plateau in your weight loss journey? Like your body has this invisible boundary it refuses to move past? You're not alone—and there might be some science behind it. You may have heard of the weight set point theory, the idea that our bodies are biologically programmed to stay within a certain weight range. Bu...

I have an incredibly inspiring episode for you this week!  My guest, writer, musician, and now successful shifter, Lorraine Devin Wilke, has not only released 45 pounds with The Shift—she's also kept it off for five months and counting! In this episode, Lorraine opens up about her lifelong struggles with body image as a female rock and roll singer, the ups and downs of dieting, and how she finally...

Have you ever felt like you're doing everything right—eating well, exercising, prioritizing self-care—but you're still battling fatigue, brain fog, or other chronic issues? What if the missing piece to feeling your best isn't just about diet and exercise but about uncovering the deeper imbalances within your body? In this week's podcast episode , I sit down with Reed Davis, a pioneer in Functional...

Did you know that people who successfully lose weight and keep it off long-term share common strategies—no matter their age, background, or lifestyle?  Studies show that lasting weight mastery isn't about luck or willpower. It's about developing key skill sets that make weight release sustainable. In this week's episode of The Thin Thinking Podcast , we're diving into three essential skill sets th...

2025 has been a whirlwind—weather events, economic uncertainty, and rapid changes everywhere we turn. Even the most calm and collected among us may feel a little shaken. But let's be real—life has always had a way of throwing curveballs, just when we think we've got it all under control. So, how do we take care of ourselves, stay centered, and avoid emotional eating when the world around us feels...

How often do we find ourselves putting everyone else's needs ahead of our own? As women, it's almost second nature—until one day, we hit a crossroads. That's exactly what happened to my guest on this week's episode, Penny Duke. Penny reached a powerful moment of truth, a fork in the road, where she made one decision that changed everything: she finally put herself first. And that choice sparked an...

Have you checked in on your energy levels lately? If you've been feeling more drained than usual—like your motivation, focus, and zest for life are running on empty—you're not alone.  Midlife energy struggles are real, but the good news is, there are solutions! In this week's episode of The Thin Thinking Podcast , I'm joined by Dr. Christine Li, a clinical psychologist and energy coach, to uncover...

You worked hard to lose weight, and for a while, you were feeling great—lighter, healthier, and in control. But then… life happened. Stress, old habits creeping back in, or maybe just a little too much "I'll get back on track tomorrow." And before you know it, the scale starts inching up. Sound familiar? First, take a deep breath. Whether it's five pounds, 15, or more, this doesn't mean all your p...

​In this week's episode of The Thin Thinking Podcast ​, I sit down with Mary Macdonald to discuss how her weight journey began with the fascination of being thin, a message that was everywhere in the sixties, seventies, and beyond. As a commercial artist, Mary saw firsthand how the Mad Men-era of advertising shaped the female psyche around weight loss. But more importantly, she shares how she brok...

Have you ever noticed how a bout of illness can throw your weight management journey off course? When we're feeling unwell, it's easy to abandon the healthy habits we've worked so hard to build. Maybe it's the fatigue that makes balanced meal planning feel impossible or the cravings for comfort foods that soothe in the moment but don't align with our long-term goals. Or perhaps it's the disruption...