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Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing how we search for information, make decisions, and even seek mental health support. But can AI therapy safely help people living with bipolar disorder? In this episode, Gabe Howard (who lives with bipolar) and Dr. Nicole Washington explore the potential benefits and risks of using artificial intelligence for bipolar management. They discuss why people may trust AI more than doctors or therapists, what can happen when an AI chatbot validates thoughts that should instead raise a red flag, and whether AI can recognize dangerous symptoms of mania, depression, psychosis, or suicidality. The conversation isn't entirely negative. AI could help reduce clinician burnout, analyze patterns in mental health data, identify potential mood changes, and give people useful ideas for sleep, routines, motivation, and self-care. Listeners will learn: how artificial intelligence can help — and harm — people with bipolar disorder why human mental health care still matters how to use AI safely and protect your mental health So where should people with bipolar disorder draw the line? Gabe and Dr. Nicole discuss the promise, risks, profit motive, and safeguards that are still needed before AI becomes a trusted part of mental health care. Pull Quote: “AI thinks really quick. So every rabbit hole I jump down follows me right along. For mania? It's gas on a fire.” — Gabe Howard, host Our host, Gabe Howard, is an award-winning podcast host, author, and sought-after suicide prevention and mental health speaker, but he wouldn't be any of those things today if he hadn't been committed to a psychiatric hospital in 2003.Gabe also hosts Healthline's Inside Mental Health podcast has appeared in numerous publications, including Bipolar magazine, WebMD, Newsweek, and the Stanford Online Medical Journal. He has appeared on all four major TV networks, ABC, NBC, CBS, and FOX. Among his many awards, he is the recipient of Mental Health America's Norman Guitry Award, received two Webby Honoree acknowledgements, and received an official resolution from the Governor of Ohio naming him an “Everyday Hero.” Gabe wrote the popular book, "Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations," available from Amazon; signed copies are available directly from the author with free swag included! To learn more about Gabe, or to book him for your next event, please visit his website, gabehoward.com. Our host, Dr. Nicole Washington, is a native of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where she attended Southern University and A&M College. After receiving her BS degree, she moved to Tulsa, Oklahoma to enroll in the Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed a residency in psychiatry at the University of Oklahoma in Tulsa. Since completing her residency training, Dr. Nicole has spent most of her career caring for and being an advocate for those who are not typically consumers of mental health services, namely underserved communities, those with severe mental health conditions, and high performing professionals. Through her private practice, podcast, speaking, and writing, she seeks to provide education to decrease the stigma associated with psychiatric conditions. Find out more at DrNicolePsych.com.

Get the 200+ Page Optimal Living Daily Workbook (PDF) - Free. Want to turn today's episode into an actionable plan? Join the Optimal Living Weekly newsletter and I'll send you our 200-page digital workbook immediately. It's packed with the best takeaways from the show, formatted for easy reading and implementation at home. Get your free PDF workbook here: https://oldpodcast.eo.page/join Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com Episode 3674: Sara Lindberg explains what a chronotype is and walks through the four common types - bear, wolf, lion, and dolphin - along with the hours each one tends to do its best work. She points to research linking chronotype to eating patterns and mental health, and she notes that while your type is largely fixed, light exposure can shift it at the margins. The practical payoff is scheduling demanding work inside your own peak window instead of fighting your internal clock. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.healthline.com/health/chronotype Quotes to ponder: "Knowing your chronotype may help you understand how your internal clock works and how you can synchronize it with your daily activities and duties to use your time most efficiently." "Sleep is best if it occurs predominantly at night, regardless of chronotype." "Being able to identify and understand how your chronotype affects your sleep and wake time can help you maximize productivity, gain insight into your health, and learn new ways to increase the quality of your sleep." Optimal Finance Daily is a daily personal finance podcast where we narrate the best articles on financial independence, investing, saving money, and money management, read to you by a professional narrator so you can grow your wealth a little more every day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are many myths that surround people with a schizophrenia diagnosis. Some examples of these myths are that people with schizophrenia have multiple personalities, that those with schizophrenia are dangerous and need to be hospitalized permanently, or that schizophrenia is caused by childhood abuse. None of these are true. Schizophrenia spectrum disorder is one of the most misunderstood mental health conditions. Dispelling these myths is crucial for reducing stigma. Host Rachel Star Withers, a diagnosed schizophrenic, and co-host Gabe Howard break down the common myths surrounding schizophrenia and how to respond when you hear them, in this episode of Inside Schizophrenia.  Guest Kit Wallis, who goes by SchizoKitzo, joins later in the show. She is a content creator who advocates for schizoaffective and bipolar disorders. Kit was diagnosed with the bipolar type of schizoaffective disorder in late 2020, but has been managing symptoms since she was in middle school. The mission of SchizoKitzo is to raise awareness of schizoaffective disorder and all of its aspects, from the mood side to the psychotic side. Guest Bio: Kit Wallis, who goes by SchizoKitzo, is a content creator who advocates for schizoaffective and bipolar disorders. She uses long-form videos on her YouTube channel and short-form content on platforms like TikTok and Instagram. Her content centers around her personal experience with schizoaffective disorder and often includes deep dives into research topics regarding mental health. Kit was diagnosed with the bipolar type of schizoaffective disorder in late 2020 and has struggled with symptoms since she was in middle school. Schizoaffective disorder is a mental health condition where someone experiences symptoms of schizophrenia–such as delusions and hallucinations–but also symptoms of a mood disorder–either major depression or, in Kit's case, bipolar. The mission of SchizoKitzo is to raise awareness of schizoaffective disorder and all of its aspects, from the mood side to the psychotic side. Kit works to bridge the gap between life and science so she can help break the stigma around mental health. Our host, Rachel Star Withers, (Link: www.rachelstarlive.com) is an entertainer, international speaker, video producer, and schizophrenic. She has appeared on MTV's Ridiculousness, TruTV, NBC's America's Got Talent, Marvel's Black Panther, TUBI's #shockfight, Goliath: Playing with Reality, and is the host of the HealthLine podcast “Inside Schizophrenia”. She grew up seeing monsters, hearing people in the walls, and having intense urges to hurt herself. Rachel creates videos documenting her schizophrenia, ways to manage, and letting others like her know they are not alone and can still live an amazing life. She has created a kid's mental health comic line, The Adventures of ____. (Learn more at this link: https://www.amazon.com/Adventures-Fearless-Unstoppable-Light-Ambitious/dp/B0FHWK4ZHS ) Fun Fact: She has wrestled alligators. Our cohost, Gabe Howard, is an award-winning writer and speaker who lives with bipolar disorder. He is the author of the popular book, "Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations," available from Amazon; signed copies are also available directly from the author. He also hosts the twice Webby honored podcast, Inside Bipolar, with Dr. Nicole Washington. To learn more about Gabe, please visit his website, gabehoward.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get the 200+ Page Optimal Living Daily Workbook (PDF) - Free. Want to turn today's episode into an actionable plan? Join the Optimal Living Weekly newsletter and I'll send you our 200-page digital workbook immediately. It's packed with the best takeaways from the show, formatted for easy reading and implementation at home. Get your free PDF workbook here: https://oldpodcast.eo.page/join Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3499: Jane Chertoff lays out seven reasons the pullup earns its reputation, from the back and shoulder muscles it recruits to the grip strength that carries over into everyday life. She also makes the case that this one hard movement can lift your whole fitness level, and offers beginner and advanced variations so you can start wherever you are. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.healthline.com/health/exercise-fitness/benefit-of-pull-up Quotes to ponder: "The pullup is one of the most effective exercises for strengthening the back muscles." "When you're performing a pullup, you're lifting your entire body mass with the movement." "Always allow for a day in-between strength training to allow your muscles to recover." Optimal Health Daily is a daily health and wellness podcast where we narrate the best articles on nutrition, fitness, weight loss, and healthy habits, read to you by a professional narrator so you can improve your health a little more every day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get the 200+ Page Optimal Living Daily Workbook (PDF) - Free. Want to turn today's episode into an actionable plan? Join the Optimal Living Weekly newsletter and I'll send you our 200-page digital workbook immediately. It's packed with the best takeaways from the show, formatted for easy reading and implementation at home. Get your free PDF workbook here: https://oldpodcast.eo.page/join Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3499: Jane Chertoff lays out seven reasons the pullup earns its reputation, from the back and shoulder muscles it recruits to the grip strength that carries over into everyday life. She also makes the case that this one hard movement can lift your whole fitness level, and offers beginner and advanced variations so you can start wherever you are. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.healthline.com/health/exercise-fitness/benefit-of-pull-up Quotes to ponder: "The pullup is one of the most effective exercises for strengthening the back muscles." "When you're performing a pullup, you're lifting your entire body mass with the movement." "Always allow for a day in-between strength training to allow your muscles to recover." Optimal Health Daily is a daily health and wellness podcast where we narrate the best articles on nutrition, fitness, weight loss, and healthy habits, read to you by a professional narrator so you can improve your health a little more every day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Many people wonder whether their bipolar diagnosis is correct. Maybe your symptoms don't match what you've learned. Maybe other circumstances — like trauma or substance use — better explain what you've experienced. Or maybe you've simply never felt confident that bipolar disorder is the accurate diagnosis. Where do you go from here? In this episode, Gabe Howard, who lives with bipolar, and board certified psychiatrist Dr. Nicole Washington explain why diagnosing bipolar disorder is rarely straightforward, what psychiatrists actually look for during a psychiatric evaluation, and why getting a second opinion is often a thoughtful step and not an act of denial. You'll also learn why diagnosis isn't based on a single appointment, why honest conversations about symptoms and substance use matter, and how confirmation bias and other systemic issues can influence mental health care. Dr. Nicole shares what a real psychiatric reevaluation looks like, how long it typically takes, and why the goal isn't to prove someone right or wrong, but rather to find the most accurate diagnosis possible. Listener takeaways: understand why diagnosis is an investigation that takes weeks or months — not one appointment why questioning a diagnosis isn't the same as denying one how to advocate for yourself while maintaining an open mind why a bipolar diagnosis is more complicated than many people realize If you've ever wondered, "Do I really have bipolar disorder?", this conversation will help you understand what questions to ask, what to expect from the diagnostic process, and why the best mental health care is built on collaboration and not assumptions. Listen now! Our host, Gabe Howard, is an award-winning podcast host, author, and sought-after suicide prevention and mental health speaker, but he wouldn't be any of those things today if he hadn't been committed to a psychiatric hospital in 2003.Gabe also hosts Healthline's Inside Mental Health podcast has appeared in numerous publications, including Bipolar magazine, WebMD, Newsweek, and the Stanford Online Medical Journal. He has appeared on all four major TV networks, ABC, NBC, CBS, and FOX. Among his many awards, he is the recipient of Mental Health America's Norman Guitry Award, received two Webby Honoree acknowledgements, and received an official resolution from the Governor of Ohio naming him an “Everyday Hero.” Gabe wrote the popular book, "Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations," available from Amazon; signed copies are available directly from the author with free swag included! To learn more about Gabe, or to book him for your next event, please visit his website, gabehoward.com. Our host, Dr. Nicole Washington, is a native of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where she attended Southern University and A&M College. After receiving her BS degree, she moved to Tulsa, Oklahoma to enroll in the Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed a residency in psychiatry at the University of Oklahoma in Tulsa. Since completing her residency training, Dr. Nicole has spent most of her career caring for and being an advocate for those who are not typically consumers of mental health services, namely underserved communities, those with severe mental health conditions, and high performing professionals. Through her private practice, podcast, speaking, and writing, she seeks to provide education to decrease the stigma associated with psychiatric conditions. Find out more at DrNicolePsych.com.

Today, the 111 call out and the fact that St John is absolutely under the pump and has been for quite some time and they're not expecting it to finish anytime soon. On Saturday, 2,562 calls came into the ambulance through 111 the highest number received ever in a single day. But then that was the third time the daily record had been broken in a week. Just last week, the record number of 111 calls was set, then surpassed, then surpassed, then surpassed again and they're not expecting that to go anytime soon. A mate of mine pretty much saved the life of our mutual friend. She was at her flat, suddenly stricken, like off the couch in agony. Her flatmate called 111, time was ticking by, nothing was happening. So he rang my friend Les in absolute despair and said what the hell do I do, she's in agony. Les whizzed round there and then rang the ambulance service and asked where the ambulance was. And she said I can't tell you that and he said yes you can because you've got GPS, where is the ambulance? She said I can't tell you that. And he pushed her and pushed her until finally she admitted there was no ambulance on the way, they didn't have one. But she didn't want to tell him that, I don't know why. As soon as he heard that he just hung up, he and the flatmate scooped up Soph, whizzed her to the hospital and she'd had a brain aneurysm. It was touch and go but she has made a full recovery and is back to the beautiful vibrant soul she is, but it really was touch and go. If Les hadn't pushed, they'd have sat there waiting for an ambulance and Soph would have died. There'll be a hell of a lot more stories like that out there after the past two weekends. As I said, it was a record number on Saturday, 2,562 calls, a normal day would see around 1,900 calls. According to Doug Gallagher, who's the St John Director of Ambulance Operations, not all cases need an ambulance. And he's right. After I smashed my arm into a million pieces, the next day, it was an uncomfortable night I grant you, but the next day I was still able to take a taxi from Leigh to a 24 hour medical centre on the North Shore. It wasn't a fun hour and if I'd been in an ambo perhaps I would have had some pain relief which would have been greatly appreciated, but I got it once I got to the 24 hour clinic and once there it was a completely straightforward process of them going ooh, no, I think that needs to be x rayed, oh, I think we'll go to hospital for that one, and off we went. So probably people don't need an ambulance. When something drastic happens, your first thought probably is oh I better ring an ambulance. And I suppose when I hurt my arm, I didn't even think of an ambulance because we were so far away, we were out in the seaside, at a seaside resort. And I didn't think there'd be any point in ringing an ambulance, I'd wait till the morning and get a taxi and go in from there. Possibly you could travel under your own steam. And I just wonder why people instantly think 111. As Mike said this morning when he was talking to Doug Gallagher, there are a lot of time wasters, but Doug Gallagher said well I wouldn't call them that. Wasting the time's not the term to use. I think people struggle sometimes with not being able to access the right part of the health system. But there are options there, Healthline, online GP portal, people can find those through the Health New Zealand website. I think that's the issue that people struggle to navigate the health system at times. Is that what it is? Why would the first, I mean if you don't have a vehicle and you don't have any money, and there's a few people like that, then an ambulance may well be your only option if you think it's serious. But in the first instance, what do you do? I've called the Healthline before and it's been very helpful. I did think I'd probably need to get my arm set, but I didn't need an ambulance for that. I couldn't drive, but I could take a taxi and I did have the money to take a taxi. Not everybody does. Do you think it's drummed into us to call 111 in an emergency or why is it that so many people see the ambulance as the first response? And you are asked to pay if you can when you take an ambulance, so you might as well hop in a cab or an Uber if you think there's something really wrong and needs checking out. That's a lot of calls in a day. I would love to know how many of them were absolutely essential where people may well have died if they didn't get that ambulance ride to the hospital. I'd just be interested to know what the advice is. Like Doug is saying navigate the health system, well so okay you ring Healthline and they answer pretty quickly. They might be able to give you advice. Is it just panic when something happens? Like oh my god, what do I do? They're in terrible pain, I don't know how to deal with it, I'm going to ring the ambulance rather than I'm going to ring Healthline and see if this is something I can manage myself. I'd really love to hear your experiences. I mean in my mate's case, Les's case, if he hadn't got Soph to the hospital she wouldn't be here and that's that. How many cases are like that with an ambulance or are people using it because they have no other options? And what is the medical advice? I mean if in doubt ring an ambulance, is that really the advice that St John would give? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Julia Cartwright breaks down the real science behind semaglutide weight loss—how it works, why side effects happen, and what studies reveal about plateaus and muscle loss. Featuring real stories from Healthline, Columbia Surgery, and The Guardian, this episode separates myth from medical reality for anyone considering GLP-1 medications. Discover more original shows from the Quiet Please Network at QuietPlease.ai, explore our curated favorites here amzn.to/42YoQGI

Could leg pain be more than just getting older? On this episode of HealthLine 3, vascular surgeon Dr. Miles Sugar explains the warning signs of Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD), what causes plaque to build up in the arteries, and why healthy blood flow is essential. Learn about common symptoms, risk factors like smoking and high cholesterol, the latest minimally invasive treatment options, and when surgery may be necessary. Plus, Dr. Sugar answers viewer questions about low blood pressure, plaque buildup, foot pain, venous insufficiency, and improving circulation. 

Virginia Giuffre helped expose Jeffrey Epstein, was part of the pressure for Andrew Windsor to be stripped of his royal titles and thus became one of the world's most recognizable survivors of sexual abuse. But while Virginia Giuffre was taking on powerful men on the global stage, she was fighting a very different battle behind closed doors at home in Perth Australia. In the final months of her life, Giuffre and her husband of 22 years, Robert, accused each other of being violent. The courts denied her access to her children and, months later, died by suicide at age 41. A new podcast called Virginia from The Sydney Morning Herald, The Age and WA Today investigates the private struggles that defined the end of her life. Journalist Melissa Fyfe asks whether the institutions meant to protect her, ultimately failed her. Need to Talk? Free call or text 1737 any time to speak to a trained counsellor, for any reason Lifeline: 0800 543 354 or text HELP to 4357 Suicide Crisis Helpline: 0508 828 865 / 0508 TAUTOKO. This is a service for people who may be thinking about suicide, or those who are concerned about family or friends Depression Helpline: 0800 111 757 or text 4202 Samaritans: 0800 726 666 Youthline: 0800 376 633 or text 234 or email talk@youthline.co.nz What's Up: 0800 WHATSUP / 0800 9428 787. This is free counselling for 5 to 19-year-olds Asian Family Services: 0800 862 342 or text 832. Languages spoken: Mandarin, Cantonese, Korean, Vietnamese, Thai, Japanese, Hindi, and English. Victim Support 0800 842 846. Rural Support Trust Helpline: 0800 787 254 Healthline: 0800 611 116 Rainbow Youth: (09) 376 4155 OUTLine: 0800 688 5463 Aoake te Ra bereaved by suicide service: or call 0800 000 053 Women's Refuge: 0800 733 843. It's Not OK 0800 456 450. Shine: 0508 744 633. Victim Support: 0800 842 846. HELP Call 24/7 (Auckland): 09 623 1700, (Wellington): 04 801 6655. The National Network of Family Violence Services NZ has information on specialist family violence agencies. If it is an emergency and you feel like you or someone else is at risk, call 111.

Episode 83: Horror Animation & Stopmotion This episode was recorded on June 24, 2026 and June 25, 2026 and posted on August 1, 2026. Introduction Welcome to No Bodies Episode 83 Introductions to our panel of living dead talking heads - Lonely of Lonely Horror Club, Mike aka That Horror Teacher, Billy D of Halloween Babies Podcast, and Kenan aka Plague Doctor Al Today's Topic: Horror Animation & Stopmotion Animation & Stopmotion in Horror Defining animation and stop motion Examples of horror animation and stop motion Our experiences with horror animation Feature Length Review 1 Perfect Blue (1997) Segment 1 Fighting the Dragon: Metal Fetishism & Body Horror in Tetsuo: The Iron Man (1989) Feature Length Review 2 Blood Tea and Red String (2006) Feature Length Review 3 The Wolf House (2018) Best & Worsts of Horror Animation & Stopmotion Suzie's Deep Cuts Closing Thoughts Which form of animation (anime, stylized/expressive, claymation, etc.) do you believe can best depict horror? Keep Up with Your Hosts Check out our instagram antics and drop a follow @nobodieshorrorpodcast.  Subscribe to our YouTube channel for exclusive video episodes coming soon! Take part in our audience engagement challenge - The Coroner's Report! Comment, share, or interact with any Coroner's Report post on our socials to be featured in an upcoming episode.  Lonely - read more from Lonely and keep up with her filmstagram chaos @lonelyhorrorclub on Instagram and www.lonelyhorrorclub.com. Mike - Follow Mike's reviews @thathorrorteacher on Instagram.  Billy D - follow Billy on Instagram @halloweenbabiespodcast and listen to Halloween Babies wherever you get your podcasts.  Kenan - Check out Kenan's Healthline discussions on YouTube here and here, and follow his horrific anatomy musings on Instagram @plaguedoctoral.  Music Credits No Bodies Theme - LHC Theme by Jacob Pini @jacob.pini Bumper: Dying Together by Billy Davis 99 Bars by Billy Davis Epic Optimist Theme - Main Titles from Who Shot Mamba? by Daniel J. Coe Apothecary Theme - The Apothecary of Alluring Anatomy & Astonishing Aromas by Billy Davis Fighting the Dragon Theme - Fighting the Dragon by Billy Davis Ghost in the Machine Theme - Ghost in the Machine by Billy Davis Deep Cuts Theme by Billy Davis Leave us a message at (617) 431-4322‬ and we just might answer you on the show! Sources Basilisk. (2024, March 5). The Art of Animating Horror. Medium. https://rc-basilisk.medium.com/the-art-of-horror-in-animation-1637e311563b  Manno, M. (2024, March 30). Let's talk about: Horror in animation. Morbidly Beautiful. https://morbidlybeautiful.com/lets-talk-about-horror-in-animation/  Wikipedia contributors. (2026, July 2). History of animation. Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_animation  Wikipedia contributors. (2026, July 29). Stop motion. Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stop_motion

Can you create and benefit from Happiness Habits? In this episode, you'll discover proven ways to increase your sense of joy and happiness with easily done daily, weekly, and monthly happiness habits.Resource article: "How to Be Happy: 12 Habits to Add to Your Routine". Healthline.com. Article link: https://www.healthline.com/health/how-to-be-happy---Host: Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com---Technical information: Intro recorded with OcenAudio. Additional edits with Audacity, Amadeus Pro, and Hush. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: EV 320.---

You don't need a miracle cure to manage bipolar disorder—sometimes the smallest changes can have the biggest impact. Discover practical bipolar hacks that can help you recognize mood episodes earlier, reduce everyday stress, build healthier routines, and make life a little easier. In this episode, Gabe Howard (who lives with bipolar disorder) and Dr. Nicole Washington share practical, evidence-informed, real-world coping skills that can help you stay one step ahead of bipolar disorder. Gabe also shares the personal strategies he uses to recognize the early warning signs of episodes, and together they explore whether ideas like getting a pet, volunteering, or driving for rideshare apps are genuinely helpful bipolar hacks—or whether they can backfire depending on where you are in your recovery. Listeners will learn: Why lowering the bar on difficult days can improve long-term recovery How to build your own personalized "toolbox" of bipolar hacks Which bipolar hacks psychiatrists actually recommend Why chasing perfection is a recipe for suffering If you've ever wondered, "What can I actually do today to better manage bipolar disorder?" this episode is packed with answers. "The hack isn't expecting less from yourself forever—it's adjusting your expectations when you need to so you can keep moving forward." ~Gabe Howard, Host Our host, Gabe Howard, is an award-winning podcast host, author, and sought-after suicide prevention and mental health speaker, but he wouldn't be any of those things today if he hadn't been committed to a psychiatric hospital in 2003.Gabe also hosts Healthline's Inside Mental Health podcast has appeared in numerous publications, including Bipolar magazine, WebMD, Newsweek, and the Stanford Online Medical Journal. He has appeared on all four major TV networks, ABC, NBC, CBS, and FOX. Among his many awards, he is the recipient of Mental Health America's Norman Guitry Award, received two Webby Honoree acknowledgements, and received an official resolution from the Governor of Ohio naming him an “Everyday Hero.” Gabe wrote the popular book, "Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations," available from Amazon; signed copies are available directly from the author with free swag included! To learn more about Gabe, or to book him for your next event, please visit his website, gabehoward.com. Our host, Dr. Nicole Washington, is a native of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where she attended Southern University and A&M College. After receiving her BS degree, she moved to Tulsa, Oklahoma to enroll in the Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed a residency in psychiatry at the University of Oklahoma in Tulsa. Since completing her residency training, Dr. Nicole has spent most of her career caring for and being an advocate for those who are not typically consumers of mental health services, namely underserved communities, those with severe mental health conditions, and high performing professionals. Through her private practice, podcast, speaking, and writing, she seeks to provide education to decrease the stigma associated with psychiatric conditions. Find out more at DrNicolePsych.com.

In this episode of Health Line 3, autism specialist Michael Smith discusses Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), early diagnosis, communication challenges, neurodiversity, and the strengths individuals with autism can bring to their families and communities.

In this episode of Health Line 3, host Nate Fluharty talks with ophthalmologist Dr. David Bryan of the Willis-Knighton Eye Institute about glaucoma, a serious eye condition that can lead to vision loss if left untreated. Learn about the causes, symptoms, risk factors, testing methods, and treatment options available to help protect your eyesight. Plus, hear answers to common viewer questions about eye health and vision care.

Get the 200+ Page Optimal Living Daily Workbook (PDF) — Free. Want to turn today's episode into an actionable plan? Join the Optimal Living Weekly newsletter and I'll send you our 200-page digital workbook immediately. It's packed with the best takeaways from the show, formatted for easy reading and implementation at home. Get your free PDF workbook here: ⁠⁠https://oldpodcast.eo.page/join⁠ Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3475: Helen West explores simple, science-backed habits that can naturally increase your energy throughout the day. From choosing nutritious whole foods and staying hydrated to reducing added sugar and nurturing social connections, she explains how small lifestyle changes can help you feel healthier, more energized, and less fatigued. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/how-to-boost-energy Quotes to ponder: "A diet based on whole, healthy foods benefits your health and your energy levels. In contrast, a diet high in processed foods can negatively affect your energy levels." "Eating foods high in sugar can give you a short-term energy boost followed by a slump. To avoid this, minimize your intake and focus on eating whole foods instead." "Getting out of the house and mingling with other people is beneficial for both your energy levels and your health." Episode references: Working Memory (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Working_memory Centenarian Research (Blue Zones): https://www.bluezones.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get the 200+ Page Optimal Living Daily Workbook (PDF) — Free. Want to turn today's episode into an actionable plan? Join the Optimal Living Weekly newsletter and I'll send you our 200-page digital workbook immediately. It's packed with the best takeaways from the show, formatted for easy reading and implementation at home. Get your free PDF workbook here: ⁠⁠https://oldpodcast.eo.page/join⁠ Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3475: Helen West explores simple, science-backed habits that can naturally increase your energy throughout the day. From choosing nutritious whole foods and staying hydrated to reducing added sugar and nurturing social connections, she explains how small lifestyle changes can help you feel healthier, more energized, and less fatigued. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/how-to-boost-energy Quotes to ponder: "A diet based on whole, healthy foods benefits your health and your energy levels. In contrast, a diet high in processed foods can negatively affect your energy levels." "Eating foods high in sugar can give you a short-term energy boost followed by a slump. To avoid this, minimize your intake and focus on eating whole foods instead." "Getting out of the house and mingling with other people is beneficial for both your energy levels and your health." Episode references: Working Memory (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Working_memory Centenarian Research (Blue Zones): https://www.bluezones.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Catherine Kennedy of Brentwood Hospital joins Health Line 3 to discuss anxiety disorders, panic attacks, treatment options, and the importance of seeking help. Learn how anxiety affects daily life and discover the resources available for support and recovery.

Get the 200+ Page Optimal Living Daily Workbook (PDF) — Free. Want to turn today's episode into an actionable plan? Join the Optimal Living Weekly newsletter and I'll send you our 200-page digital workbook immediately. It's packed with the best takeaways from the show, formatted for easy reading and implementation at home. Get your free PDF workbook here: ⁠⁠https://oldpodcast.eo.page/join⁠ Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3474: Helen West explains that while busy lifestyles often leave people feeling exhausted, many cases of low energy can be improved through simple, evidence-based lifestyle changes. She explores practical ways to naturally boost energy, including getting better sleep, managing stress, staying active, avoiding smoking, and limiting alcohol consumption. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/how-to-boost-energy Quotes to ponder: "This lack of sleep can result in you feeling lethargic, grumpy and tired." "Levels of stress can make you feel tired and drained. Finding ways to minimize lifestyle-related stress can help keep up your energy levels." "If you live a sedentary lifestyle and feel low on energy, participating in regular exercises like brisk walking or cycling can boost your energy levels." Episode references: Meditation: https://www.mindful.org/how-to-meditate/ U.S. Dietary Guidelines for Alcohol: https://www.dietaryguidelines.gov/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get the 200+ Page Optimal Living Daily Workbook (PDF) — Free. Want to turn today's episode into an actionable plan? Join the Optimal Living Weekly newsletter and I'll send you our 200-page digital workbook immediately. It's packed with the best takeaways from the show, formatted for easy reading and implementation at home. Get your free PDF workbook here: ⁠⁠https://oldpodcast.eo.page/join⁠ Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3474: Helen West explains that while busy lifestyles often leave people feeling exhausted, many cases of low energy can be improved through simple, evidence-based lifestyle changes. She explores practical ways to naturally boost energy, including getting better sleep, managing stress, staying active, avoiding smoking, and limiting alcohol consumption. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/how-to-boost-energy Quotes to ponder: "This lack of sleep can result in you feeling lethargic, grumpy and tired." "Levels of stress can make you feel tired and drained. Finding ways to minimize lifestyle-related stress can help keep up your energy levels." "If you live a sedentary lifestyle and feel low on energy, participating in regular exercises like brisk walking or cycling can boost your energy levels." Episode references: Meditation: https://www.mindful.org/how-to-meditate/ U.S. Dietary Guidelines for Alcohol: https://www.dietaryguidelines.gov/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get the 200+ Page Optimal Living Daily Workbook (PDF) — Free. Want to turn today's episode into an actionable plan? Join the Optimal Living Weekly newsletter and I'll send you our 200-page digital workbook immediately. It's packed with the best takeaways from the show, formatted for easy reading and implementation at home. Get your free PDF workbook here: ⁠⁠https://oldpodcast.eo.page/join⁠ Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3083: Cindy Lamothe explains how love bombing can disguise manipulation as intense romance, highlighting the warning signs that can appear early in a relationship. Learn how to recognize unhealthy patterns, trust your intuition, and understand the difference between genuine affection and behavior designed to gain control. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.healthline.com/health/love-bombing Quotes to ponder: "True love does not want all your time and energy focused on them alone. They respect other commitments, ideas, and boundaries." "It's very unlikely the person really can love you more than anything in the world in 2 weeks. Or two days. Or 2 hours. Or even 2 months." "Hollywood is great for entertainment, but true love and relationships don't look like the movies." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

To understand where white spots come from, we must first explain how nail growth works. If you've ever had white spots on your nails before, you may have been dismissively told that it's down to a lack of calcium or zinc. Basically, some mineral-deficiency. But this popular belief doesn't really have any basis in fact. According to Healthline, nails grow an average of 3 millimeters per month. Their composition is made up of keratin, a protein, and just 0.03% calcium. So white spots are certainly not just a calcium problem!  What is the color of a healthy nail? What other colours can my nails turn? ⁠⁠In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions !⁠⁠ To listen to the latest episodes, click here: ⁠⁠How is the #Periodsomnia campaign helping to close the period sleep gap?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠What is the windscreen phenomenon?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠How can I limit the effects of sugar on my health?⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 3/9/2022 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 82: Black & White Horror This episode was recorded on June 17, 2026, June 18, 2026, and July 14, 2026 and posted on July 18, 2026. Introduction Welcome to No Bodies Episode 82 Introductions to our panel of living dead talking heads - Lonely of Lonely Horror Club, Mike aka That Horror Teacher, Billy D of Halloween Babies Podcast, and Kenan aka Plague Doctor Al Today's Topic: Black & White Horror Black & White Cinema The historical relationship between black & white media and horror Our experiences with black & white media Feature Length Review 1 Lady in a Cage (1964) Segment 1 Apothecary Double Feature: Introducing Plague Doctor Al's "Grave's Anatomy" & Revisiting Nosferatu (1922) & The Lighthouse (2019) Feature Length Review 2 Eyes Without A Face (1960) Segment 2 Apothecary Double Feature: Google Search History - "Am I Clinically Antisocial?" and "How to Perform a Back Alley Face Transplant" Best & Worsts of  Black & White Horror  Suzie's Deep Cuts Closing Thoughts Which traditional technicolor films do you think would be cooler in black & white? Keep Up with Your Hosts Check out our instagram antics and drop a follow @nobodieshorrorpodcast.  Subscribe to our YouTube channel for exclusive video episodes coming soon! Take part in our audience engagement challenge - The Coroner's Report! Comment, share, or interact with any Coroner's Report post on our socials to be featured in an upcoming episode.  Lonely - read more from Lonely and keep up with her filmstagram chaos @lonelyhorrorclub on Instagram and www.lonelyhorrorclub.com. Mike - Follow Mike's reviews @thathorrorteacher on Instagram.  Billy D - follow Billy on Instagram @halloweenbabiespodcast and listen to Halloween Babies wherever you get your podcasts.  Kenan - Check out Kenan's Healthline discussions on YouTube here and here, and follow his horrific anatomy musings on Instagram @plaguedoctoral.  Music Credits No Bodies Theme - LHC Theme by Jacob Pini @jacob.pini Bumper: Dying Together by Billy Davis 99 Bars by Billy Davis Epic Optimist Theme - Main Titles from Who Shot Mamba? by Daniel J. Coe Apothecary Theme - The Apothecary of Alluring Anatomy & Astonishing Aromas by Billy Davis Fighting the Dragon Theme - Fighting the Dragon by Billy Davis Ghost in the Machine Theme - Ghost in the Machine by Billy Davis Deep Cuts Theme by Billy Davis Leave us a message at (617) 431-4322‬ and we just might answer you on the show! Sources Heckmann, C. (2025, April 15). What is Chiaroscuro in Film? Definition, Techniques, & Examples. StudioBinder. https://www.studiobinder.com/blog/what-is-chiaroscuro-definition-examples/  Manvell, R. (2026, June 3). Expressive elements of motion picutres - colour and black and white. Britannica. Retrieved July 17, 2026, from https://www.britannica.com/art/film/Colour-and-black-and-white  More than meets the eye: The power of shadow in black and white horror. (n.d.). Horror Movies Reviewed. Retrieved June 1, 2026, from https://www.horrormoviesreviewed.com/post/more-than-meets-the-eye-the-power-of-shadow-in-black-and-white-horror  Richard. (2025, May 22). Scary Black And White Movies: History & Techniques | FluentVista. FluentVista. https://fluentvista.com/black-and-white-scary-movies/  The History of Black & White Film. (2019, February 5). Our Pastimes. https://ourpastimes.com/the-history-of-black-white-film-12186990.html

What is the best approach to weight loss? Healthline 3 welcomes bariatric surgeon Dr. James Barnes for a discussion on weight loss surgery, GLP-1 medications, patient success factors, and improving overall health through sustainable weight management.

The intersection of schizophrenia and an acute mental health crisis typically involves a profound, overwhelming disruption of cognitive processing, emotional stability, and grasp on reality. During these periods, symptoms of the disorder such as hallucinations or delusions frequently intensify, leaving someone unable to distinguish internal psychiatric distress from the external reality. This internal chaos is often compounded by severe agitation, a sudden withdrawal from social support systems, or a complete breakdown in the ability to communicate, which can rapidly escalate into a dangerous medical and social emergency. Helping a family member experiencing a mental health crisis is an incredibly stressful and frightening situation. Safety, both yours and theirs, is the immediate priority. In this episode, host Rachel Star Withers, a diagnosed schizophrenic, and co-host Gabe Howard discuss how to navigate an active schizophrenia mental health crisis while prioritizing safety for everyone involved. Guest Touray Beaton, Jr., director of emergency and community based services with the South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, joins. He breaks down how the South Carolina Mental Health Mobile Crisis responds so you can know what to expect. Touray Beaton, Jr. is the Director of Emergency and Community Based Services for the Coastal Empire Community Mental Health Center South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (Website: https://bhdd.sc.gov/office-mental-health/services/mobile-services/mobile-crisis) BHDD Office of Mental Health Mobile Crisis clinicians provide 24/7/365 day community-based crisis response anywhere in South Carolina. Our goal is to provide patients throughout the state with immediate access to crisis services and the most appropriate level of care. Our experienced and highly trained master's level clinicians work directly with local mental health centers, law enforcement, emergency service centers, and community providers to help address the crisis situation and to stabilize individuals who may be experiencing a mental health crisis. Our host, Rachel Star Withers, (Link: www.rachelstarlive.com) is an entertainer, international speaker, video producer, and schizophrenic. She has appeared on MTV's Ridiculousness, TruTV, NBC's America's Got Talent, Marvel's Black Panther, TUBI's #shockfight, Goliath: Playing with Reality, and is the host of the HealthLine podcast “Inside Schizophrenia”. She grew up seeing monsters, hearing people in the walls, and having intense urges to hurt herself. Rachel creates videos documenting her schizophrenia, ways to manage, and letting others like her know they are not alone and can still live an amazing life. She has created a kid's mental health comic line, The Adventures of ____. (Learn more at this link: https://www.amazon.com/Adventures-Fearless-Unstoppable-Light-Ambitious/dp/B0FHWK4ZHS ) Fun Fact: She has wrestled alligators. Our cohost, Gabe Howard, is an award-winning writer and speaker who lives with bipolar disorder. He is the author of the popular book, "Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations," available from Amazon; signed copies are also available directly from the author. He also hosts the twice Webby honored podcast, Inside Bipolar, with Dr. Nicole Washington. To learn more about Gabe, please visit his website, gabehoward.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Living with bipolar disorder often means navigating a minefield of impulsive thoughts and actions. For example, have you ever made a snap decision that you immediately regretted? In this episode, Gabe Howard (who lives with bipolar) and Dr. Nicole Washington dive deep into the chaotic reality of bipolar impulsivity. They discuss the critical difference between having an impulsive personality and experiencing impulsivity as a disruptive symptom of bipolar disorder. By learning to identify your personal baseline, you can start setting strategic guardrails before a passing thought becomes a permanent problem. Listeners will learn: how delaying gratification by just 24 hours can prevent regret how to conduct a chain analysis and why it works how reflecting on past destructive behaviors can provide valuable data to protect your future Managing a mental health condition is undeniably exhausting, but recognizing your patterns is the first step toward reclaiming your peace of mind. Listen now to learn practical, real-world strategies to stop impulsive behaviors in their tracks and protect your long-term stability. Cold Open Transcript: Gabe Howard: Any barrier, even a few-second one, can really help curb impulsive behavior. Maybe before you buy something, you wander around the block real quick. Maybe before you go home with that person, you go to the bathroom and splash water on your face. Maybe before you yell, you count to three. Impulsive behavior comes in all shapes and sizes and everybody's different and everybody has different tolerance levels, etc., so it's, it's really hard to find coping skills for something that is analogous to a bomb, right? It's everything's fine. Poof! Right. And now it's like, what's the coping skill for that? Our host, Gabe Howard, is an award-winning podcast host, author, and sought-after suicide prevention and mental health speaker, but he wouldn't be any of those things today if he hadn't been committed to a psychiatric hospital in 2003.Gabe also hosts Healthline's Inside Mental Health podcast has appeared in numerous publications, including Bipolar magazine, WebMD, Newsweek, and the Stanford Online Medical Journal. He has appeared on all four major TV networks, ABC, NBC, CBS, and FOX. Among his many awards, he is the recipient of Mental Health America's Norman Guitry Award, received two Webby Honoree acknowledgements, and received an official resolution from the Governor of Ohio naming him an “Everyday Hero.” Gabe wrote the popular book, "Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations," available from Amazon; signed copies are available directly from the author with free swag included! To learn more about Gabe, or to book him for your next event, please visit his website, gabehoward.com. Our host, Dr. Nicole Washington, is a native of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where she attended Southern University and A&M College. After receiving her BS degree, she moved to Tulsa, Oklahoma to enroll in the Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed a residency in psychiatry at the University of Oklahoma in Tulsa. Since completing her residency training, Dr. Nicole has spent most of her career caring for and being an advocate for those who are not typically consumers of mental health services, namely underserved communities, those with severe mental health conditions, and high performing professionals. Through her private practice, podcast, speaking, and writing, she seeks to provide education to decrease the stigma associated with psychiatric conditions. Find out more at DrNicolePsych.com.

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Episode 81: Zombies This episode was recorded on May 19, 2026, and posted on July 4, 2026. Introduction Welcome to No Bodies Episode 81 Introductions to our panel of living dead talking heads - Lonely of Lonely Horror Club, Mike aka That Horror Teacher, Billy D of Halloween Babies Podcast, and Kenan aka Plague Doctor Al Today's Topic: Zombies Welcome to Season Four! - 0:4:00 A recap of our all time stats Our reflections on recording as a crew Our most streamed episode to date Introduction to Today's Special - Zombies- 0:12:00 Our experience with zombie media Zombie movie history crash course Our favorite zombie themes The Coroner's Report - 0:32:00 Why do you think zombies have become such an enduring subgenre of horror? Feature Length Review 1 - 0:33:00 White Zombie (1932) Feature Length Review 2 - 0:45:00 The Return of the Living Dead (1985) Feature Length Review 3 - 1:00:30 Savageland (2015) Feature Length Review 4 - 1:17:00 Outside (2024) Feature Length Review 5 - 1:37:30 Mads (2024) Best & Worsts of Zombie Horror - 1:56:00 Suzie's Deep Cuts - 2:05:00 Closing Thoughts - 2:13:30 What other horror subtypes/other film genres do you want to see mashed up with zombies? Keep Up with Your Hosts Check out our instagram antics and drop a follow @nobodieshorrorpodcast.  Subscribe to our YouTube channel for exclusive video episodes coming soon! Take part in our audience engagement challenge - The Coroner's Report! Comment, share, or interact with any Coroner's Report post on our socials to be featured in an upcoming episode.  Lonely - read more from Lonely and keep up with her filmstagram chaos @lonelyhorrorclub on Instagram and www.lonelyhorrorclub.com. Mike - Follow Mike's reviews @thathorrorteacher on Instagram.  Billy D - follow Billy on Instagram @halloweenbabiespodcast and listen to Halloween Babies wherever you get your podcasts. Check out Billy's band Mt. Forever and their new EP on Spotify. Kenan - Check out Kenan's Healthline discussions on YouTube here and here, and follow his horrific anatomy musings on Instagram @plaguedoctoral.  Music Credits No Bodies Theme - LHC Theme by Jacob Pini @jacob.pini Bumper: Dying Together by Billy Davis 99 Bars by Billy Davis Epic Optimist Theme - Main Titles from Who Shot Mamba? by Daniel J. Coe Apothecary Theme - The Apothecary of Alluring Anatomy & Astonishing Aromas by Billy Davis Fighting the Dragon Theme - Fighting the Dragon by Billy Davis Ghost in the Machine Theme - Ghost in the Machine by Billy Davis Deep Cuts Theme by Billy Davis Leave us a message at (617) 431-4322‬ and we just might answer you on the show! Sources Eldridge, A. (2026, January 2). zombie. Encyclopedia Britannica. https://www.britannica.com/topic/zombie-fictional-creature Moreman, C. M. (2022, April 21). The dark history of zombies [Video]. TED Talks. https://www.ted.com/talks/christopher_m_moreman_the_dark_history_of_zombies  Walking Dead: The Walking Dead Phenomenon: A deep dive into zombie culture. (2026, May 10). Faster Capital. Retrieved July 3, 2026, from https://fastercapital.com/content/Walking-Dead--The-Walking-Dead-Phenomenon--A-Deep-Dive-into-Zombie-Culture.html?__cf_chl_f_tk=x0xqy91c577_71o.P2EYHltAEZtOTISVHal4PJvP4h0-1783110967-1.0.1.1-k_aLytxrv8LlpPt.a.kHveQAIwf7ftE6yjEjokmIDkU  Zombiepedia. (n.d.). Fandom. Retrieved July 3, 2026, from https://zombie.fandom.com/wiki/Types_of_Zombies

Bear's got a new girlfriend (along with some selfish tendencies, a lack of accountability, and a magic stick) and she's literally obsessed - and so are we with 2026's Obsession.***CONTENT WARNING: discussion of sexual assault, suicide, domestic violenceFollow us on Instagram at @thewhorrorspodcastEmail us at thewhorrorspodcast@gmail.comArtwork by Gabrielle Fatula (gabrielle@gabriellefatula.com)Music: Epic Industrial Music Trailer by SeverMusicProdStandard Music License Sources: ​Marceau, Alex. “Male Loneliness Epidemic: Research, Myths, and Coping Strategies.” Healthline, 20 Mar. 2026, https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/male-loneliness-epidemic. Accessed 3 June 2026.​Man or bear Wiki: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Man_or_bear ​“Obsessions: Behind-the-Scenes Facts and Trivia.” HuffPost UK, HuffPost UK, n.d., https://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/obsessions-behind-the-scenes-facts-trivia_uk_6a1994c6e4b005ae4180366a. Accessed 3 June 2026.​Obsession (2025 Film) Wiki: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Obsession_(2025_film)  ​Obsession (2025) IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt37287335/  ​"The History of the ‘Nice Guy' Trope." The Crown & Shield.  https://crownandshield.ndsj.org/archives/15w7lirsd5s6oaob5ve42syls8tsno Accessed 3 June 2026. ​

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3449: Hrefna Palsdottir explains the common causes of water retention and shares several evidence-based dietary strategies that may help reduce mild swelling and fluid buildup. Learn how nutrients like magnesium, potassium, and vitamin B6, along with simple lifestyle adjustments, may support healthier fluid balance and when persistent symptoms warrant medical attention. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/6-ways-to-reduce-water-retention Quotes to ponder: "Water retention occurs when excess fluids build up inside your body." "Sodium binds to water in the body and helps maintain the balance of fluids both inside and outside of cells." "Potassium appears to help reduce water retention in two ways, by decreasing sodium levels and increasing urine production." Episode references: Cranberry Juice: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cranberry_juice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3449: Hrefna Palsdottir explains the common causes of water retention and shares several evidence-based dietary strategies that may help reduce mild swelling and fluid buildup. Learn how nutrients like magnesium, potassium, and vitamin B6, along with simple lifestyle adjustments, may support healthier fluid balance and when persistent symptoms warrant medical attention. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/6-ways-to-reduce-water-retention Quotes to ponder: "Water retention occurs when excess fluids build up inside your body." "Sodium binds to water in the body and helps maintain the balance of fluids both inside and outside of cells." "Potassium appears to help reduce water retention in two ways, by decreasing sodium levels and increasing urine production." Episode references: Cranberry Juice: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cranberry_juice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why is it so easy to believe that every setback, unfinished task, messy room, or missed opportunity means you're failing? And why do so many people living with bipolar disorder automatically assume that everyone else has life figured out? After receiving an email from a listener managing feelings of worthlessness, Gabe Howard (who lives with bipolar) and Dr. Nicole Washington tackle one of the most painful and least discussed realities of bipolar disorder: the damage it can do to your sense of self. Listeners will learn: why comparing yourself to others often leads to unnecessary stress practical ways to challenge negative self-talk and self-criticism why bipolar disorder can intensify feelings of self-doubt why accepting the difficulty of managing bipolar disorder doesn't mean you're giving up If you've ever looked at your life and wondered whether bipolar disorder has permanently damaged your ability to be happy, successful, or fulfilled, this episode offers something more valuable than easy answers: a thoughtful conversation about how to move forward without letting the diagnosis define your worth. Cold Open Transcript: Gabe: There's no scientific or medical way that you can prescribe somebody something and make them feel better about living with bipolar disorder. And please correct me if I'm wrong, Dr. Nicole. Dr. Nicole: Not, not 100%. I can't give you a magic pill that will make you all of a sudden feel like you have value and worth, that makes you wake up the next day and say oh, how valuable am I to the world? Our host, Gabe Howard, is an award-winning podcast host, author, and sought-after suicide prevention and mental health speaker, but he wouldn't be any of those things today if he hadn't been committed to a psychiatric hospital in 2003.Gabe also hosts Healthline's Inside Mental Health podcast has appeared in numerous publications, including Bipolar magazine, WebMD, Newsweek, and the Stanford Online Medical Journal. He has appeared on all four major TV networks, ABC, NBC, CBS, and FOX. Among his many awards, he is the recipient of Mental Health America's Norman Guitry Award, received two Webby Honoree acknowledgements, and received an official resolution from the Governor of Ohio naming him an “Everyday Hero.” Gabe wrote the popular book, "Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations," available from Amazon; signed copies are available directly from the author with free swag included! To learn more about Gabe, or to book him for your next event, please visit his website, gabehoward.com. Our host, Dr. Nicole Washington, is a native of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where she attended Southern University and A&M College. After receiving her BS degree, she moved to Tulsa, Oklahoma to enroll in the Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed a residency in psychiatry at the University of Oklahoma in Tulsa. Since completing her residency training, Dr. Nicole has spent most of her career caring for and being an advocate for those who are not typically consumers of mental health services, namely underserved communities, those with severe mental health conditions, and high performing professionals. Through her private practice, podcast, speaking, and writing, she seeks to provide education to decrease the stigma associated with psychiatric conditions. Find out more at DrNicolePsych.com.

Episode 80: Slasher Summer This episode was recorded on April 15, 2026, May 5, 2026 and May 7, 2026, and posted on June 20, 2026. Introduction Welcome to No Bodies Episode 80 Introductions to our panel of living dead talking heads - Lonely of Lonely Horror Club, Mike aka That Horror Teacher, Billy D of Halloween Babies Podcast, and Kenan aka Plague Doctor Al Today's Topic: Slasher Summer Defining Slasher Summer/Summerween - 0:3:00 Our crazy summer camp stories The Coroner's Report - 0:7:00 What is your "Mount Rushmore" of summer slashers? Feature Length Review 1 - 0:9:00 The Burning (1981) Segment 1 - 0:25:30 Fighting the Dragon: Going, Going, Gone Camping in Strange Harvest (2025) Feature Length Review 2 - 0:51:30 In A Violent Nature (2024) Segment 2 - 1:06:30 The Epic Optimist: Jesus is Our Savior and Our Homeboy at Camp Hell (2010) Best & Worsts of Slasher Summer Horror - 1:33:00 Suzie's Deep Cuts - 1:54:00 Closing Thoughts - 1:37:30 What terrifies you more - fear of the unknown/dark or fear in the daylight/what's coming right at you? Keep Up with Your Hosts Check out our instagram antics and drop a follow @nobodieshorrorpodcast.  Subscribe to our YouTube channel for exclusive video episodes coming soon! Take part in our audience engagement challenge - The Coroner's Report! Comment, share, or interact with any Coroner's Report post on our socials to be featured in an upcoming episode.  Lonely - read more from Lonely and keep up with her filmstagram chaos @lonelyhorrorclub on Instagram and www.lonelyhorrorclub.com. Mike - Follow Mike's reviews @thathorrorteacher on Instagram.  Billy D - follow Billy on Instagram @halloweenbabiespodcast and listen to Halloween Babies wherever you get your podcasts. Check out Billy's band Mt. Forever and their new EP on Spotify. Kenan - Check out Kenan's Healthline discussions on YouTube here and here, and follow his horrific anatomy musings on Instagram @plaguedoctoral.  Music Credits No Bodies Theme - LHC Theme by Jacob Pini @jacob.pini Epic Optimist Theme - Main Titles from Who Shot Mamba? by Daniel J. Coe Apothecary Theme - The Apothecary of Alluring Anatomy & Astonishing Aromas by Billy Davis Fighting the Dragon Theme - Fighting the Dragon by Billy Davis Ghost in the Machine Theme - Ghost in the Machine by Billy Davis Deep Cuts Theme by Billy Davis Leave us a message at (617) 431-4322‬ and we just might answer you on the show! Sources Augustine, S. M. S. (2024, April 21). Slasher Summer: A How-To Guide — Strike Magazines. Strike Magazines. https://www.strikemagazines.com/blog-2-1/slasher-summer-a-how-to-guide  Song, R. (2023, July 5). Slasher Summer: How To Pull Off The TikTok Aesthetic Inspired By '70s & '80s Horror Movies. Glam. https://www.glam.com/1331452/slasher-summer-tiktok-aesthetic-70s-80s-horror-movies/

Treating schizophrenia in America is often described as a broken system, not because of a lack of medical knowledge, but due to structural and policy failures. The failures of these systems has created a cycle where individuals often move between homelessness, emergency rooms, and the criminal justice system rather than receiving ongoing care. Many families and caregivers struggle to get help even when the situation turns dangerous. In this episode, hosts Rachel Star Withers and Gabe Howard discuss how the government and health care system failures lead to these tragedies and what needs to change. They unpack cases like the one involving Rob Reiner, where his son, who has schizophrenia, is suspected of murdering both his parents during a severe mental health crisis. Guest Gail Freedman joins later in the episode. She is the director, writer, and producer of a new documentary, “No One Cares About Crazy People.” It's inspired by Ron Powers acclaimed book of the same name and it's an intimate, immersive dive into the crisis and chaos of severe mental illness and the grassroots movement to do something about it. Guest Information: With over 25 years as an award-winning filmmaker, Gail Freedman has produced, directed, and written dozens of documentaries on a wide range of subjects. Among her films: “Hot to Trot,” an award-winning feature documentary inside the fascinating but little-known world of same-sex competitive ballroom dance; “Making the 9/11 Memorial,” a primetime special for The History Channel; “Breaking the Silence Barrier” (cognitive disabilities); “Where's The Cure?” (breast cancer activism); “Generation Rx” (the opioid crisis); “Lessons for the Future” (public education); “Giving While Living” (philanthropy); and “A Forever Family” (Annie E. Casey Foundation). “No One Cares About Crazy People”Inspired by Ron Powers' acclaimed book of the same name, “No One Cares About Crazy People” is an intimate deep dive into the crisis and chaos of severe mental illness in America. A heartbreaking family memoir and searing social history, it is personal and immersive — but also tracks a burgeoning grassroots movement to reinvent our failed systems. Narrated by actor Bob Odenkirk (“Breaking Bad,” “Better Call Saul”) with original music by Wilco frontman Jeff Tweedy. Now streaming. noonecaresfilm.com Our host, Rachel Star Withers, (Link: www.rachelstarlive.com) is an entertainer, international speaker, video producer, and schizophrenic. She has appeared on MTV's Ridiculousness, TruTV, NBC's America's Got Talent, Marvel's Black Panther, TUBI's #shockfight, Goliath: Playing with Reality, and is the host of the HealthLine podcast “Inside Schizophrenia”. She grew up seeing monsters, hearing people in the walls, and having intense urges to hurt herself. Rachel creates videos documenting her schizophrenia, ways to manage, and letting others like her know they are not alone and can still live an amazing life. She has created a kid's mental health comic line, The Adventures of ____. (Learn more at this link: https://www.amazon.com/Adventures-Fearless-Unstoppable-Light-Ambitious/dp/B0FHWK4ZHS ) Fun Fact: She has wrestled alligators. Our cohost, Gabe Howard, is an award-winning writer and speaker who lives with bipolar disorder. He is the author of the popular book, "Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations," available from Amazon; signed copies are also available directly from the author. He also hosts the twice Webby honored podcast, Inside Bipolar, with Dr. Nicole Washington. To learn more about Gabe, please visit his website, gabehoward.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For many, a surge of energy, creativity, and expansive mood can feel like an absolute gift. For those living with bipolar disorder, a hypomanic episode feels less like a symptom and more like winning the mental health lottery. But beneath this romanticized exterior lies a sneaky and potentially destructive reality. In this episode, Gabe Howard (who lives with bipolar) and Dr. Nicole Washington break down the complex nuances of hypomania. Dr. Nicole explains the hidden risks of leaving these episodes unchecked and Gabe opens up about the difficulty of distinguishing between genuine happiness and a brewing clinical episode, providing a raw look at the internal tug-of-war patients face. Listeners will Learn: Teasing out the differences between having a great day and experiencing an abnormally expansive mood Why a decreased need for sleep is a massive red flag rather than a newfound productivity hack Learn the functional differences between mania from hypomania Acknowledge that romanticizing a hypomanic high often ignores the depressive plunge that follows Whether you are navigating a bipolar 2 diagnosis, wanting to understand the role hypomania plays in a bipolar 1 diagnosis, or supporting a loved one this conversation delivers straight talk without the medical jargon. Tune in to learn how to spot the warning signs, establish safety guardrails, and safely navigate the deceptive highs of hypomania. Listen Now! Pull Quote: “I know more people with hypomania who have gotten themselves into trouble than I do who thrive because of it." ~Gabe Howard, Host Our host, Gabe Howard, is an award-winning podcast host, author, and sought-after suicide prevention and mental health speaker, but he wouldn't be any of those things today if he hadn't been committed to a psychiatric hospital in 2003.Gabe also hosts Healthline's Inside Mental Health podcast has appeared in numerous publications, including Bipolar magazine, WebMD, Newsweek, and the Stanford Online Medical Journal. He has appeared on all four major TV networks, ABC, NBC, CBS, and FOX. Among his many awards, he is the recipient of Mental Health America's Norman Guitry Award, received two Webby Honoree acknowledgements, and received an official resolution from the Governor of Ohio naming him an “Everyday Hero.” Gabe wrote the popular book, "Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations," available from Amazon; signed copies are available directly from the author with free swag included! To learn more about Gabe, or to book him for your next event, please visit his website, gabehoward.com. Our host, Dr. Nicole Washington, is a native of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where she attended Southern University and A&M College. After receiving her BS degree, she moved to Tulsa, Oklahoma to enroll in the Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed a residency in psychiatry at the University of Oklahoma in Tulsa. Since completing her residency training, Dr. Nicole has spent most of her career caring for and being an advocate for those who are not typically consumers of mental health services, namely underserved communities, those with severe mental health conditions, and high performing professionals. Through her private practice, podcast, speaking, and writing, she seeks to provide education to decrease the stigma associated with psychiatric conditions. Find out more at DrNicolePsych.com. Share the show with everyone you know! :-) Thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3040: Joe Leech examines the science behind proper hydration and explains how drinking enough water may support physical performance, brain function, digestion, kidney health, and weight management. By separating well-supported benefits from areas that need more research, he provides practical insights that can help listeners make smarter choices about their daily water intake. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/7-health-benefits-of-water Quotes to ponder: "Losing as little as 2% of your body's water content can significantly impair your physical performance." "Mild dehydration (fluid loss of 1–3%) can impair energy levels, impair mood, and lead to major reductions in memory and brain performance." "Make sure that you get enough water each day, whether your personal goal is 64 ounces (1.9 liters) or a different amount. It's one of the best things you can do for your overall health." Episode references: National Kidney Foundation – Kidney Stones: https://www.kidney.org/kidney-topics/kidney-stones MedlinePlus – Constipation: https://medlineplus.gov/constipation.html Centers for Disease Control and Prevention – Water and Healthier Drinks: https://www.cdc.gov/healthy-weight-growth/water-healthy-drinks/index.html Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health – The Nutrition Source: Water: https://nutritionsource.hsph.harvard.edu/water/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Healthline is receiving more calls for influenza-like sickness, and respiratory illnesses are starting to increase. Dr Mamaeroa David, Senior Maori Medical Advisor with the Immunisation Advisory Centre spoke to John Campbell.

Love and connection are essential to health and well-being. In Alaska, how can we find love–whether that's for a romantic partner or a friend? And once we have love, how can we nourish it to make it last?

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3424: Jacquelyn Cafasso shares practical snack ideas that make it easier to manage type 2 diabetes without spending time on complicated meal prep. From protein-rich nuts and Greek yogurt to fiber-packed vegetables, avocados, and popcorn, these simple options can help support steady blood sugar levels while keeping hunger under control throughout a busy day. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.healthline.com/health/type-2-diabetes/grab-and-go-snacks Quotes to ponder: "Studies show that having at least five servings per week of nuts is significantly associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease." "Air-popped popcorn is a great snack option for people with type 2 diabetes." "When you have type 2 diabetes, you can snack smart by aiming for items high in protein and fiber, but low in sodium and sugar." Episode references: U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA): https://www.usda.gov American Diabetes Association: https://diabetes.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3424: Jacquelyn Cafasso shares practical snack ideas that make it easier to manage type 2 diabetes without spending time on complicated meal prep. From protein-rich nuts and Greek yogurt to fiber-packed vegetables, avocados, and popcorn, these simple options can help support steady blood sugar levels while keeping hunger under control throughout a busy day. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.healthline.com/health/type-2-diabetes/grab-and-go-snacks Quotes to ponder: "Studies show that having at least five servings per week of nuts is significantly associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease." "Air-popped popcorn is a great snack option for people with type 2 diabetes." "When you have type 2 diabetes, you can snack smart by aiming for items high in protein and fiber, but low in sodium and sugar." Episode references: U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA): https://www.usda.gov American Diabetes Association: https://diabetes.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 79: Canadian Horror This episode was recorded on April 2, 2026 and April 8, 2026 and posted on June 6, 2026. Introduction Welcome to No Bodies Episode 79 Introductions to our panel of living dead talking heads - Lonely of Lonely Horror Club, Mike aka That Horror Teacher, Billy D of Halloween Babies Podcast, and Kenan aka Plague Doctor Al Welcome our special guests - Christian of Exploding Heads Horror Podcasts Today's Topic: Canadian Horror Canadian Horror - 0:6:50 Defining Canadian vs American Horror Feature Length Review 1 - 0:16:10 Black Christmas (1974) Feature Length Review 2 - 0:45:30 Videodrome (1983) Feature Length Review 3 - 1:11:00 Slash/Back (2022) Segment 1 - 1:28:00 Apothecary: Taking Your Breath Away with Asphyxiation & Fascia Suit Facts and Other Canadian Hits Best & Worsts of Canadian Horror - 1:54:00 Suzie's Deep Cuts - 2:06:30 Closing Thoughts - 2:10:00 Is an aspect of or a location in one of Canada's provinces that you wish was explored more in horror? Thank You to Our Guests! Find Christian's work on his series of shows TGIF13, PrettyBad Movie Gab and Exploding Heads, wherever you get your podcasts. Keep Up with Your Hosts Check out our instagram antics and drop a follow @nobodieshorrorpodcast.  Subscribe to our YouTube channel for exclusive video episodes coming soon! Take part in our audience engagement challenge - The Coroner's Report! Comment, share, or interact with any Coroner's Report post on our socials to be featured in an upcoming episode.  Lonely - read more from Lonely and keep up with her filmstagram chaos @lonelyhorrorclub on Instagram and www.lonelyhorrorclub.com. Mike - Follow Mike's reviews @thathorrorteacher on Instagram.  Billy D - follow Billy on Instagram @halloweenbabiespodcast and listen to Halloween Babies wherever you get your podcasts.  Kenan - Check out Kenan's Healthline discussions on YouTube here and here, and follow his horrific anatomy musings on Instagram @plaguedoctoral.  Music Credits No Bodies Theme - LHC Theme by Jacob Pini @jacob.pini Epic Optimist Theme - Main Titles from Who Shot Mamba? by Daniel J. Coe Apothecary Theme - The Apothecary of Alluring Anatomy & Astonishing Aromas by Billy Davis Fighting the Dragon Theme - Fighting the Dragon by Billy Davis Ghost in the Machine Theme - Ghost in the Machine by Billy Davis Leave us a message at (617) 431-4322‬ and we just might answer you on the show! Sources A Brief History of Canadian Horror Films — CAFTCAD. (n.d.). CAFTCAD. https://www.caftcad.com/canadian-horror-timeline  Freedman, M. A. (2023, November 23). Inuit. The Canadian Encyclopedia. Retrieved June 4, 2026, from https://www.thecanadianencyclopedia.ca/en/article/inuit  Preston, S. (2019). The Bloody Brood: Canadian Horror Cinema—Past and Present. In The Oxford Handbook of Canadian Cinema (pp. 351–366). Retrieved June 4, 2026, from https://academic.oup.com/edited-volume/28298/chapter-abstract/214980624?redirectedFrom=fulltext  Wikipedia contributors. (2026, June 4). Inuit - Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Inuit

What if the anxiety you're facing isn't bipolar disorder alone — but the fear of what might happen next? With humor, honesty, and practical insight, Gabe Howard, who lives with bipolar disorder, shares devastatingly real stories — including the panic attack that caused him to quit a job from the parking lot. Along the way, Dr. Nicole explains the critical differences between anxiety, panic attacks, panic disorder, and bipolar disorder, while unpacking why these disorders so commonly occur alongside bipolar disorder. You'll learn why anxiety can quietly fuel isolation, how avoidance behaviors grow, what treatment actually looks like, and why therapy, coping skills, and medication each play different roles in recovery. Most importantly, this episode asks a powerful question: Can panic attacks and anxiety ever truly go away — or is the goal learning how to fight back? Listeners will learn: why using the correct terminology to describe panic and anxiety is essential for effective treatment why medication is often a temporary fix and not a long-term solution how to understand the “fear of fear” cycle — and begin breaking free from it Whether you're having trouble leaving the house or trying to understand why your brain feels stuck on a “what if” roundabout, this episode offers the clinical clarity and authentic perspective needed to help break the cycle. Hit play to better understand the science of panic, anxiety, and bipolar disorder — and learn how to start taking your life back. "Panic attacks are disruptive as hell, I mean, how many times can I ‘panic quit' my job from the parking lot before it becomes problematic?" ~Gabe Howard, host Our host, Gabe Howard, is an award-winning podcast host, author, and sought-after suicide prevention and mental health speaker, but he wouldn't be any of those things today if he hadn't been committed to a psychiatric hospital in 2003.Gabe also hosts Healthline's Inside Mental Health podcast has appeared in numerous publications, including Bipolar magazine, WebMD, Newsweek, and the Stanford Online Medical Journal. He has appeared on all four major TV networks, ABC, NBC, CBS, and FOX. Among his many awards, he is the recipient of Mental Health America's Norman Guitry Award, received two Webby Honoree acknowledgements, and received an official resolution from the Governor of Ohio naming him an “Everyday Hero.” Gabe wrote the popular book, "Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations," available from Amazon; signed copies are available directly from the author with free swag included! To learn more about Gabe, or to book him for your next event, please visit his website, gabehoward.com. Our host, Dr. Nicole Washington, is a native of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where she attended Southern University and A&M College. After receiving her BS degree, she moved to Tulsa, Oklahoma to enroll in the Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed a residency in psychiatry at the University of Oklahoma in Tulsa. Since completing her residency training, Dr. Nicole has spent most of her career caring for and being an advocate for those who are not typically consumers of mental health services, namely underserved communities, those with severe mental health conditions, and high performing professionals. Through her private practice, podcast, speaking, and writing, she seeks to provide education to decrease the stigma associated with psychiatric conditions. Find out more at DrNicolePsych.com. Please SHARE the show with everyone you know as that's how we're gonna grow! Thank you for listening. :) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this podcast episode, Abby Sharp shares how dietitians can build a standout platform by developing a clear point of view and experimenting with formats until a repeatable series or niche emerges, noting her early growth came from responding to extreme “what I eat in a day” trends. She explains how her trademarked Hunger Crushing Combo method grew from her recovery from orthorexia, using an additive approach that pairs “naked carbs” with protein, fiber, and healthy fats to improve satiety and simplify nutrition. Abby discusses using a consistent framework across content, a bestselling book, and brand partnerships as an “approved” stamp. She advises new dietitians to niche down, avoid overly safe, generic messaging, focus on interpretation over information, learn outside echo chambers, evolve viewpoints authentically, and prioritize joy and boundaries (including not reading comments) to sustain a long creator career.

Lisa Levitt Gainsley is a celebrity coveted Lymphatic Drainage Specialist, Author, Educator, and Speaker.  She's worked with people with every condition under the sun including cancer, lyme, lupus, digestion disorders, acne, bloating, menstrual issues, migraines, anxiety, lymphedema, long Covid symptoms, and those looking to get glowing skin, relax fine lines and puffiness. Lisa has been in private practice for over 25 years.Lisa has pioneered Lymphatic Self-massage and is the best selling author of The Book of Lymph; a first of it's kind guide to lymphatic self-care. Her work has appeared in Forbes, ELLE, GOOP, Vanity Fair, The Hollywood Reporter, Healthline and more. Lisa teaches workshops on how to use this toxin-flushing technique to have it all;  look better, feel better instantly and recover quickly from injuries, surgeries and colds and viruses. Lisa holds a double certification in Lymphedema Therapy and is a member of the Lymphatic Education & Research Network (LE&RN) and National Lymphedema Network (NLN). In This Episode, Whitney Explores:The emotional, physical, and spiritual benefits of lymphatic therapy and why lymphatic health mattersWhitney's personal journey with lymphatic massage, detoxification, and healingThe root causes of stagnation in the body and why some people handle toxins differentlyWhy personalized approaches to lymphatic health and detox are essentialHow healing and self-care can be gentle, supportive, and integrated into everyday wellness practicesFollow Lisa on Instagram: thelymphaticmessage.comLisa's Digital MasterClass: https://the-lymphatic-message.mykajabi.com/Lisa's Online mini courses offerings include Gut Health, Brain Health, Breast Care, Lymph Basics, Pregnancy & more and can be found on her website www.thelymphaticmessage.comLisa's book; The Book of Lymph https://www.amazon.com/dp/0063049139?tag=authorsoc-20Stay Connected:Instagram https://www.instagram.com/whitneyaronoff/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/starseedkitchen/TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@whitneyaronoffTikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@starseedkitchenLearn more about Starseed Kitchenhttps://starseedkitchen.com/Shop organic spiceshttps://starseedkitchen.com/shop/code STARSEED for 10% offWork with a personal chefhttps://form.typeform.com/to/CGDu08tEBook a 1-on-1 callhttps://bit.ly/4smXWUfFind more of Chef Whitney's offerings herehttps://linktr.ee/whitney.aronoff

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3402: Ryan Raman explores the surprising science behind why coffee can trigger bowel movements, from caffeine's effect on the colon to digestive hormones and circadian rhythms. He also breaks down why even decaf may have the same effect and how additives like milk or cream can influence digestion, offering insight into how your morning routine may impact gut health. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/why-does-coffee-make-you-poop Quotes to ponder: "Research has shown that caffeine makes the colon 60% more active when compared with water and 23% more active when compared with decaf coffee." "Coffee has been shown to raise levels of gastrin and cholecystokinin, two hormones linked to increased colon activity." "If you struggle to go to the bathroom regularly, a cup of coffee may be the solution." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether you've been diagnosed with schizophrenia or you're supporting someone living with the condition, connecting with others who understand schizophrenia can be a great help. Talking to those who are dealing with the same things you're experiencing can not only help you feel less alone, but also help you learn tips and coping mechanisms from each other, share resources, encourage treatment, and allow you to tell your stories in a safe and accepting environment. But how do you find other people with serious mental illnesses like schizophrenia to connect with? What should you say? Where do you even go? Host Rachel Star Withers, a diagnosed schizophrenic, and co-host Gabe Howard break down how to find other people with schizophrenia and give you a simple opening you can use to build new connections.  Finally, guest Amber (who lives with mental illness) joins. Amber's mental health advocacy journey began when she found out she had schizoaffective disorder and decided to share it on social media. She decided she wanted to help as many with her diagnosis as she could, so she began speaking about her diagnosis regularly on social media. Listener Takeaways Understand why peer connection is unique and how it provides a level of validation that clinical providers often cannot replicate Discover how staying connected to a community can actually improve outcomes  Learn Amber's “Three Pillars of Stability”: consistent support, therapy, and medication Our guest, Amber W, is a wife, mom, and Army veteran. Amber's mental health advocacy journey began when she found out she was schizoaffective bipolar type, and wanted to help fight against stigma. From there, she was invited to a psychiatric hospital to speak about her recovery. This ignited a fire in her; she decided she wanted to help as many with her diagnosis as she could so she began speaking about her diagnosis regularly on social media. Our host, Rachel Star Withers, (Link: www.rachelstarlive.com) is an entertainer, international speaker, video producer, and schizophrenic. She has appeared on MTV's Ridiculousness, TruTV, NBC's America's Got Talent, Marvel's Black Panther, TUBI's #shockfight, Goliath: Playing with Reality, and is the host of the HealthLine podcast “Inside Schizophrenia”. She grew up seeing monsters, hearing people in the walls, and having intense urges to hurt herself. Rachel creates videos documenting her schizophrenia, ways to manage, and letting others like her know they are not alone and can still live an amazing life. She has created a kid's mental health comic line, The Adventures of ____. (Learn more at this link: https://www.amazon.com/Adventures-Fearless-Unstoppable-Light-Ambitious/dp/B0FHWK4ZHS ) Fun Fact: She has wrestled alligators. Our cohost, Gabe Howard, is an award-winning writer and speaker who lives with bipolar disorder. He is the author of the popular book, "Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations," available from Amazon; signed copies are also available directly from the author. He also hosts the twice Webby honored podcast, Inside Bipolar, with Dr. Nicole Washington. To learn more about Gabe, please visit his website, gabehoward.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It is a common misconception that anxiety is just part of the package when you live with bipolar disorder. While anxiety can certainly be a symptom of a mood episode, for many people, it is its own distinct, comorbid diagnosis. In this episode, Gabe Howard (who lives with bipolar and anxiety) and Dr. Nicole Washington get real about the overlap between bipolar disorder and anxiety. Dr. Nicole explains the clinical difference between being a "worrier" and having a pathology, while Gabe shares personal stories of suffering from – and overcoming – anxiety. Listeners Will Learn: How to tell if your anxiety is a symptom of mania/depression or its own disorder. Why anxiety ruminations feel like an endless scroll of negative thoughts. Dr. Nicole's genius (and socially acceptable) tactic for escaping an anxiety-inducing situation. How to avoid the suffering Olympics when it comes to bipolar and anxiety Whether you're dealing with anxiety related to emails from your boss or you're afraid to leave the house, we're sharing practical, real-world strategies to help you pull back instead of pushing through. Listen Now! "My best anxiety coping skill, unfortunately, still involves me having that initial momentary terror. But it sure beats the old skill where I panicked, freaked out, and yelled at everybody." ~Gabe Howard, Host Our host, Gabe Howard, is an award-winning podcast host, author, and sought-after suicide prevention and mental health speaker, but he wouldn't be any of those things today if he hadn't been committed to a psychiatric hospital in 2003.Gabe also hosts Healthline's Inside Mental Health podcast has appeared in numerous publications, including Bipolar magazine, WebMD, Newsweek, and the Stanford Online Medical Journal. He has appeared on all four major TV networks, ABC, NBC, CBS, and FOX. Among his many awards, he is the recipient of Mental Health America's Norman Guitry Award, received two Webby Honoree acknowledgements, and received an official resolution from the Governor of Ohio naming him an “Everyday Hero.” Gabe wrote the popular book, "Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations," available from Amazon; signed copies are available directly from the author with free swag included! To learn more about Gabe, or to book him for your next event, please visit his website, gabehoward.com. Our host, Dr. Nicole Washington, is a native of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where she attended Southern University and A&M College. After receiving her BS degree, she moved to Tulsa, Oklahoma to enroll in the Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed a residency in psychiatry at the University of Oklahoma in Tulsa. Since completing her residency training, Dr. Nicole has spent most of her career caring for and being an advocate for those who are not typically consumers of mental health services, namely underserved communities, those with severe mental health conditions, and high performing professionals. Through her private practice, podcast, speaking, and writing, she seeks to provide education to decrease the stigma associated with psychiatric conditions. Find out more at DrNicolePsych.com. Please LIKE, SHARE, & SUBSCRIBE! Sharing the show with the people you know is how we grow! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3554: Kimberly Holland explains how shifting your inner dialogue from negative to positive can improve both your mindset and overall well-being. By identifying harmful thought patterns and practicing simple reframing techniques, you can build a more supportive and resilient outlook. Over time, this habit can lead to lasting benefits for both mental and physical health. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.healthline.com/health/positive-self-talk Quotes to ponder: "Self-talk is your internal dialogue, and it can be both negative and positive." "Positive self-talk is associated with benefits such as better physical health and greater life satisfaction." "When you begin to recognize your types of negative thinking, you can work to turn them into positive thinking." Episode references: BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3386: Adda Bjarnadottir explains how instant coffee delivers many of the same antioxidants and health benefits as regular coffee while offering greater convenience and affordability. Although it contains slightly less caffeine and more acrylamide, it remains a safe and practical choice for most people. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/instant-coffee-good-or-bad Quotes to ponder: "Instant coffee is made from brewed coffee that has had the water removed." "Coffee is the biggest source of antioxidants in the modern diet." "A cup of instant coffee containing one teaspoon of powder may contain 30–90 mg of caffeine, while one cup of regular coffee contains 70–140 mg." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3370: Joe Leech breaks down the long-standing debate around high-fructose corn syrup, revealing that it's nearly identical to regular sugar in both structure and health effects. By cutting through common misconceptions, he shows that the real issue isn't the type of sugar, but how much you consume. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/high-fructose-corn-syrup-vs-sugar Quotes to ponder: "High-fructose corn syrup is a sugar-based sweetener, used in processed foods and drinks in the United States." "In your digestive system, sugar is broken down into fructose and glucose, so corn syrup and sugar end up looking exactly the same." "There is currently not enough evidence that high-fructose corn syrup is any worse than sugar from a health perspective, though more research is definitely needed." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices