Podcasts about BMI

Big Dipper and Meatball mourn Dolly, investigate the Chappell Roan–TMZ leak, and recap the beautiful chaos of BMI. Dipper kicks a baby in Whole Foods, Meatball considers quitting drag, and both divas prove that hot people can get away with absolutely anything. Plus: bug spray at the cruising spot, multiple male orgasms, and the immortal phrase “thank you for sperming.”Listen to Sloppy Seconds Ad-Free AND One Day Early on MOM Plus⁠Call us with your sex stories at 213-536-9180!Or e-mail us at ⁠sloppysecondspod@gmail.com⁠⁠FOLLOW SLOPPY SECONDS⁠⁠FOLLOW BIG DIPPER⁠⁠FOLLOW MEATBALL⁠⁠SLOPPY SECONDS IS A FOREVER DOG AND MOGULS OF MEDIA (M.O.M.) PODCASTSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jacob's family is growing with kids from both his wives and his wives' servants. In episode 429, Richard and Daniel talk about Jacob's deceiving Laban and his escape to another land.   TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Introduction 1:36 Leadership Trivia 2:45 Genesis 30-31: Jacob's Growing Family 32:02 Leadership Trivia Response   Questions or comments? Email us at podcast@blackaby.org   DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support our ministry into the next 20 years, click here: https://bit.ly/382Exi3   RESOURCES: Sign up for the monthly newsletter at the bottom of the BMI homepage: https://blackaby.org/   Sign up for Fall Coaching Workshop here: https://www.blackabycoaching.org/workshop   Order Experiencing God in Everyday Life now at: https://www.lifeway.com/en/product/experiencing-god-in-everyday-life-bible-study-book-with-video-access-P005853831   CONNECT: X: @richardblackaby Facebook: https://bit.ly/2WvZPzw Read Richard's latest blog posts at www.richardblackaby.com

If you have ever wondered whether bariatric surgery could be right for you, this episode of The Weight Loss Collab is the perfect place to start. Dr. Betsy Dovec and registered dietitian Hannah Schuyler break down the basics of weight loss surgery and answer the questions patients ask most before taking that first step.Who qualifies for bariatric surgery? Is BMI the only factor that matters? How do gastric sleeve and gastric bypass compare, and how much weight can you realistically expect to lose? We also explain insurance requirements, self-pay options, preoperative testing, nutrition visits, psychological evaluations, and what the timeline from consultation to surgery actually looks like.You will also learn where GLP-1 weight loss medications fit into the conversation, how bariatric surgery can affect your health and body, and what long-term support looks like after surgery.If weight loss surgery has even crossed your mind, this episode will help you understand your options, know what questions to ask, and decide what your next step might be.

Dr. Christian Rodriguez joins the show straight from Pennington Biomedical, where he works alongside obesity research legends Eric Ravussin and Steve Heymsfield. He breaks down his new review on metabolically healthy obesity and why the old "zero metabolic syndrome criteria" definitions are so inconsistent. The conversation dives deep into the Lancet Commission's new obesity framework, comparing it to the ACE staging system and picking apart where each one falls short, including the controversial call to leave type 2 diabetes out of the "preclinical" category. Rodriguez also previews his upcoming study on people with a BMI of 60 and above, a group that's rarely studied because researchers aren't sure it's safe. The episode wraps with a candid discussion on GLP-1 stigma and why treating obesity early matters more than chasing a number on the scale. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Wellness trends move fast, yet volume two of The Next Frontier Files proves some predictions age well. Revisiting year two of the show, host Jenn Trepeck tracks the guests who forecasted metabolic health, gut health, and body positivity long before they became mainstream conversations, and shows how precision medicine and permission became the defining threads of an entire year.Jenn Trepeck brings listeners of Salad with a Side of Fries a look back at the guest predictions that shaped the year two, August 2020 - August 2021, grading them against what really happened since.What You Will Learn in This Episode:✅ How telehealth and virtual training went from pandemic workaround to a permanent part of everyday healthcare✅ Why metabolic health and gut health became two of the most repeated topics in wellness over the following years✅ What guests predicted about wearable technology, gene editing, and the future of human biology✅ How body positivity and permission-based wellness reshaped the conversation around health and self-imageThe Salad With a Side of Fries podcast, hosted by Jenn Trepeck, explores real-life wellness and weight-loss topics, debunking myths, misinformation, and flawed science surrounding nutrition and the food industry. Let's dive into real-life wellness and weight loss, including drinking, eating out, and skipping the grocery store.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Year two overview explains how telehealth shifted from workaround to permanent wellness trends infrastructure04:42 Chad Levy discusses virtual training, and Amy Marshall shares her perspective on Telehealth and Zoom technology06:55 Chris Burres introduces longevity as a frontier, and Natasa Billeci mentions AI and propels the precision medicine conversation08:49 Toxin exposure and cellular absorption enter the conversation through Tim James' product launch12:01 Corey Phelps highlights her views on meditation and breathwork12:58 Dr. Casey Means discusses metabolic health tools and using technology to return to basics15:53 Gut health gets its first mention by Mike Millner, predicting it is only 2% understood16:53 Dr. Anthony Balduzzi predicts gene therapy, CRISPR, and implantable technology merging with human biology18:25 Catharine Arnston embraces preventative medicine19:13 Sarah Nilsen expounds about CBD and cannabinoid research20:12 Jay Shifman comments on BMI and asks why is it still being used21:17 Sarah Malouf and Farah M. Green raise body positivity and the pressure to redefine beauty standards23:20 Jenn closes by tying the year's predictions together under precision and permissionKEY TAKEAWAYS:

As the Trump administration launches economic wars against Iran and Canada, the Washington Post reports on Trump's war with a third adversary: his weight. Jon, Tommy, and Lovett calculate Trump's BMI and then break down Scott Bessent invoking World War II when announcing new Iranian sanctions and Trump's new 50% tariffs on Canadian imports. They then turn to the midterms to discuss Susan Collins skipping out on a campaign event with JD Vance, Mike Rogers' attempt to distance himself from AIPAC, and Democrats' growing chances to flip Ohio blue. Then, Congressman Seth Moulton talks to Jon about the Massachusetts Senate primary and why he's decided to challenge Senator Ed Markey.

Jacob's name labeled him as a deceiver from birth, yet he doesn't know every trick in the book. In episode 428, Richard and Daniel reflect on Laban's deception of Jacob and how God loved Leah when no one else did.   TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Introduction 4:10 Leadership Trivia 5:13 Genesis 29: Laban's Deception 37:10 Leadership Trivia Response   Questions or comments? Email us at podcast@blackaby.org   DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support our ministry into the next 20 years, click here: https://bit.ly/382Exi3   RESOURCES: Sign up for the monthly newsletter at the bottom of the BMI homepage: https://blackaby.org/ Sign up for Fall Coaching Workshop here: https://www.blackabycoaching.org/workshop Order Experiencing God in Everyday Life now at: https://www.lifeway.com/en/product/experiencing-god-in-everyday-life-bible-study-book-with-video-access-P005853831   CONNECT: X: @richardblackaby Facebook: https://bit.ly/2WvZPzw Read Richard's latest blog posts at www.richardblackaby.com

In this episode, we take a different approach to the conversation around GLP-1 medications. Instead of treating them as either the answer to everything or the villain of the fitness industry, we talk about where they may fit, what happens when you come off of them, and the skills you need to maintain your results long term. We break down the misconceptions around BMI and body composition, the idea of “food noise,” and why medication alone cannot replace the skills required to create a sustainable lifestyle. Ultimately, this conversation is about becoming self-sufficient, making informed choices, and building the habits and confidence you need to maintain your results once and for all.We talk about:-Why GLP-1s aren't the villain-The truth about BMI and body composition-Whether GLP-1s really need to be a “lifetime subscription”-The skills that can be missing with GLP-1 use-What “food noise” actually means-Being honest with yourself about your goals and habits-Understanding the maintenance phase-What REAL lifestyle change looks like-Building the skills to maintain your results long termTime Stamps: 0:00 Introduction3:12 the middle ground of GLP-1s9:07 are GLP-1s a “lifetime subscription”?15:53 being honest with yourself20:15 empowering people to make their own choices24:20 understanding the maintenance phase28:01 “I look at a carb and I gain weight.”35:16 the skills you need to haveCONNECT WITH KAIT & MAV:Get 1:1 coaching here: https://use.elev8coaching.net/cP72IzBGet our weekly emails: https://go.maverickonlinecoaching.net/mailing-list4 Phases Ebook: https://go.maverickonlinecoaching.net/body-transformation-ebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why a “Normal” BMI May Not Be Healthy After 65 | The Truth About BMI in Older Adults If you're over 65, the BMI chart you've been using your entire life may not tell the whole story. We've all been taught that a “normal” BMI falls between 18.5 and 24.9. But when it comes to older adults, research tells a different story. In fact, a BMI between approximately 23.0 and 29.9 may be associated with better outcomes for many adults over 65. So why does the healthy BMI range appear to shift as we age? In this episode, I break down the research behind BMI in older adults and explain why being classified as “overweight” on a standard BMI chart does not necessarily mean an older adult should lose weight. We discuss the importance of nutritional reserves, muscle mass, frailty, unintentional weight loss, falls, recovery from illness, and why looking at the number on the scale alone can be misleading. Whether you're an older adult, caring for an aging parent, or a dietitian working with older adults, this episode will help you better understand how BMI should be interpreted later in life. If you found this episode helpful, please subscribe and share it with someone who cares for older adults, works in clinical nutrition, or has questions about healthy weight and aging. I'm Michelle Saari, MS, RD, a dietitian specializing in geriatric nutrition and helping dietitians better care for older adults. Here, we talk about the practical side of nutrition, aging, long-term care, and clinical nutrition so you can feel more confident supporting older adults.

Insulin-resistant patients with type 2 diabetes who require high-dose therapy have long lacked a rapid-acting option concentrated enough for compact insulin pumps. New pharmacokinetic data on an ultra-rapid U-500 insulin aspart, alongside additional phase 3 results for a combined once-weekly insulin icodec-semaglutide regimen, both aim to close persistent gaps in insulin delivery for this population. In this episode of Diabetes Dialogue, hosts Diana Isaacs, PharmD, and Natalie Bellini, DNP, reviewed two studies addressing unmet needs in insulin therapy for type 2 diabetes.The investigational agent AT278 is a highly concentrated insulin aspart formulated at 500 units/mL, distinct from existing U-500 regular human insulin, which behaves more like an intermediate-acting product. In a single-center, randomized, double-blind, crossover euglycemic clamp study spanning body mass index from 25 to 38 kg/m², AT278 produced significantly faster absorption and a greater glucose-lowering effect within the first hour versus both standard U-100 insulin aspart and U-500 regular human insulin. The ultra-rapid pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic profile held consistent across the BMI range studied.Current U-500 regular insulin requires dosing 30 minutes before meals while simultaneously serving as basal and prandial coverage, complicating use in automated insulin delivery systems and limiting compatibility with smaller-volume pumps. A concentrated, rapid-onset formulation could allow patients with high insulin requirements to use compact pumps and extended-wear infusion sets without the absorption problems tied to large-volume subcutaneous depots. Drawn from an early-phase study, the findings position AT278 as a potential first ultra-rapid option for prandial dosing in this population, though regulatory approval for pump use remains undefined.Separately, the phase 3 COMBINE 4 trial evaluated a fixed combination of once-weekly insulin icodec (Awiqli) and semaglutide, known as IcoSema, against once-daily insulin glargine U-100 in 485 adults with type 2 diabetes and baseline A1C above 8%. Over 40 weeks, IcoSema reduced A1C by 3.32 percentage points versus 2.44 points with glargine, a between-group difference of 0.88 percentage points, while producing a 0.79 kg weight reduction compared with a 3.81 kg gain with glargine. Time in range reached 79.8% with IcoSema versus 64.5% with glargine, consistent with the mechanistic rationale of pairing glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonism with basal insulin to limit postprandial excursions.These results build on earlier COMBINE 1 through 3 data, which showed IcoSema achieving noninferior or superior A1C reduction, superior weight outcomes, and lower hypoglycemia rates versus comparators. A single weekly injection combining basal insulin with a GLP-1 receptor agonist could reduce treatment burden and consolidate pharmacy copays, though semaglutide exposure remains capped by concurrent insulin titration, averaging 0.66 mg in COMBINE 4. Whether either agent reaches United States practice, including reported uncertainty around a domestic IcoSema launch, will determine their eventual role in managing insulin-resistant type 2 diabetes.

1 in 4 people have insulin resistance, which quietly raises your risk of heart disease and cancer, often without any change in your blood sugar. And most of those who have it have no idea. It can remain completely hidden for years, with no obvious symptoms and no warning signs… But it can be reversed. Today, Professor Rob Semple, a world-leading expert on insulin resistance, explains what insulin does in your body, why you need it to live, and what happens when it stops working properly. By the end of this episode, you will understand how to spot the warning signs and have practical steps you can take to protect yourself. If your last blood test came back "normal," how confident are you that it tells the whole story? Are you overlooking one of the biggest drivers of chronic disease?

HEALTH NEWS   Chamomile Rinse Matches Chlorhexidine in Reducing Plaque and Gum Inflammation, Trial Finds A few minutes of sprinting could make a bigger impact than 90 minutes of moderate running Ultra-processed foods linked to higher prostate cancer risk in men Cinnamon Supplementation Associated With Lower Blood Sugar and Cholesterol in Review of 21 Meta-Analyses Healthy lifestyle cuts hearing impairment risk by 14%, metabolism is key driver     Chamomile Rinse Matches Chlorhexidine in Reducing Plaque and Gum Inflammation, Trial Finds Western University of Arad (Romania), August 12 2026  (Natural News)   A chamomile herbal rinse reduced plaque buildup and gum inflammation on par with chlorhexidine. Researchers enrolled 175 healthy adults and divided them into five groups: chamomile, sage, ginger, placebo, or chlorhexidine rinses, the report stated.   Over twelve weeks, researchers tracked plaque accumulation and gingival inflammation using standardized dental indexes. Participants rinsed daily with their assigned solution, and measurements were recorded at intervals across the study period.    Chamomile's effect relies on plant compounds including apigenin and chamazulene, which act through anti-inflammatory pathways, while chlorhexidine works through strong antimicrobial action, researchers said. Chamomile flower material contains acylated derivatives of apigenin 7-O-glucoside. Every active rinse, including chamomile, produced significant reductions compared to placebo. Chamomile performed statistically on par with chlorhexidine, the rinse most dentists reach for first.  Chlorhexidine is a prescription-strength antiseptic that dentists consider the gold standard for controlling plaque. Long-term chlorhexidine use commonly causes tooth staining, taste changes, and irritation of soft tissue inside the mouth.   A few minutes of sprinting could make a bigger impact than 90 minutes of moderate running Rockefeller University, August 13 2026 (Eurekalert) Three minutes of sprinting can do something that 90 minutes of moderate exercise apparently cannot: dramatically reshape the molecular contents of the bloodstream. Rockefeller researchers comparing different intensities of exercise found that six sets of 30-second, all-out sprints altered nearly a quarter of the proteins measured immediately afterward. Moderate, continuous cycling for 90 minutes altered fewer than one-quarter of one percent. And while moderate running on a treadmill changed more proteins than cycling, it still altered far fewer than a quick sprint. Sprinting triggered changes in more than 200 metabolites. It also caused an immediate surge of proteins involved in blood-vessel growth, tissue remodeling, and hormonal signaling. Some of these proteins appear to enter the bloodstream through an expedited cell signaling process known as ectodomain shedding—rather than being newly made and secreted, portions of proteins already sitting on the cell surface were cleaved off and rapidly released into circulation. The researchers also found that human fat cells exposed to blood collected after sprinting underwent extensive changes in gene activity, shifting how the cells process fuel, respond to hormones, and sense nutrient availability. Not so with moderate exercise which produced a more modest response. It was not until three hours after completing that exercise that a meaningful wave of the fatty acids and liver-derived proteins that typically appear in response to the demands of endurance exercise were found in the bloodstream.    Ultra-processed foods linked to higher prostate cancer risk in men Florida Atlantic University, August 12 2026 (News-Medical)     Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) account for nearly 60% of adults' and 70% of children's energy intake in the United States.  New research from Florida Atlantic University provides evidence that men with higher consumption of UPFs have increased risks of prostate cancer.  Published in The American Journal of Medicine, the study provides analyses from a large and nationally representative data from 17,024 U.S. men ages 18 and older. Researchers used two 24-hour dietary recalls to calculate the percentage of daily calories participants consumed from UPFs.  Men in the three higher-consumption groups of UPFs had a 29% greater risk of prostate cancer, while those in the two highest-consumption groups had a 30% greater risk, compared to those in the lowest consumption group. After adjustments, the increased risk remained significant, ranging from 24% to 31%. Men with the highest UPF intake alone had a possible 34% higher risk, although the finding did not reach statistical significance, potentially reflecting the smaller number of prostate cancer cases in that group.     Cinnamon Supplementation Associated With Lower Blood Sugar and Cholesterol in Review of 21 Meta-Analyses Lanzhou University Second Clinical Medical College (China), August 11 2026 (Natural News) A pooled analysis of 21 meta-analyses, including 139 placebo-controlled comparisons, found cinnamon supplementation associated with lower HbA1c, total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, and blood pressure, according to a report published in Frontiers in Nutrition. The report stated that the strongest effects occurred at daily amounts above 1.5 grams, or roughly three-quarters of a teaspoon, for periods of two months or less. Compared with placebo, cinnamon supplementation was tied to a measurable reduction in HbA1c, the blood test doctors use to track blood sugar control over the previous several months, the article stated. Total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol also declined, and blood pressure readings improved, according to the analysis. Ceylon cinnamon, sometimes labeled 'true cinnamon,' contains only trace amounts of coumarin, while Cassia cinnamon, the variety commonly found on supermarket shelves, contains higher levels, according to the article. For daily use, experts cited in the report recommend limiting Cassia cinnamon to about one teaspoon or less, with occasional larger amounts considered unlikely to cause harm.   Healthy lifestyle cuts hearing impairment risk by 14%, metabolism is key driver Fudan University (Japan), August 12 2026 (News-Medical)     Hearing impairment ranks as the third largest contributor to global disability among sensory disorders, with prevalence rising across younger and middle-aged populations alongside older adults.  The Fudan University team conducted an analysis of 441,844 UK Biobank participants aged 40 to 69 at baseline, with a median follow-up of 14.22 years. The researchers constructed a comprehensive lifestyle score spanning seven behaviors: smoking status, alcohol consumption, physical activity, sleep duration, sedentary time, social engagement, and dietary supplement use. Over the study period, 20,743 incident cases of hearing impairment were documented.  Participants with an ideal lifestyle had a 14% lower risk of developing hearing impairment than those with a poor lifestyle. Among individual factors, smoking cessation offered the greatest preventive benefit, followed by reduced sedentary time; dietary supplement use showed no protective effect, and social contact frequency was not significantly associated with hearing risk. The study's core insight emerges from its quantitative mediation analysis, which revealed metabolic dysfunction as the dominant biological pathway linking lifestyle to auditory health. Metabolic biomarkers–most notably BMI and HDL-c–mediated approximately 16.5% and 14.0% of the total lifestyle–hearing association respectively. In contrast, each inflammatory marker contributed less than 6% of the effect, playing only a secondary role. 

MOPs & MOEs is proudly sponsored by Teamworks — the performance operations platform trusted by elite military units and professional sports organizations worldwide. Teamworks brings your scheduling, communications, athlete monitoring, and readiness data into one unified system — so your leaders stay informed, your people stay connected, and your unit stays ready. No more scattered spreadsheets or missed messages. Just one platform built for organizations where performance is the mission. Learn more at teamworkstactical.comWe are also supported by TrainHeroic — the coaching and programming platform built for strength and conditioning coaches who train serious athletes. Whether you're programming for a military unit, a tactical team, or individual athletes, TrainHeroic gives you the tools to build and deliver professional training programs, track athlete progress, and communicate directly with your people — all through one app. Your athletes get world-class programming on their phone; you get the visibility to actually coach them. Start your free trial at trainheroic.comTestosterone — What's Actually True — Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum, Barbell MedicineThe DOD just mandated testosterone testing across the force. Alex posted about it. The internet lost its mind. So Drew and Alex went and got one of the most knowledgeable people in the field — Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum of Barbell Medicine — to actually explain what's going on.What we get into:Are testosterone levels really dropping? The short answer is probably not in the way the internet says. The long answer involves a testing methodology problem — older immunoassay tests read artificially high compared to the more accurate mass spectrometry tests that replaced them around 2000. When you only use mass spec data across 100,000 people and 30 years, there's no decline. The real culprit, to the extent there is one, is obesity — specifically visceral adipose tissue, which BMI is terrible at detecting.The DOD testosterone testing mandate — what it actually says, what it doesn't say, and why the Army endocrinology community is about to have a very bad time. Jordan breaks down the difference between having a low lab number and actually having testosterone deficiency, why both criteria have to be met before treatment makes sense, and why testing people without symptoms is going to generate a flood of unnecessary clinical encounters.TRT — who actually benefits, what the evidence says, and what it doesn't. The difference between restoring someone who is genuinely deficient to a normal level versus using it as a performance enhancing drug. What happens to your natural production when you go on exogenous testosterone. Why fertility consequences are a real concern and not being talked about enough in the military context.Lifestyle first — sleep, obesity, alcohol, and opioids are the four biggest modifiable drivers of low testosterone, in that order. Fix those before anyone puts a needle in you. Jordan's framework for the workup and when treatment actually makes sense.The history of testosterone — it started with a French physician injecting himself with ground-up animal testicle extract in the 1800s. It ends with Drew and Alex's Fitness Aptitude Test, which Jordan correctly identifies he would lose on the five-mile run.Mentioned in this episode:Signal: What Your Testosterone Is Telling You About Your Health — Dr. Jordan Feigenbaum and Dr. Austin Baraki, Barbell MedicineTravison 2007 study — the original birth cohort testosterone decline studyBarbell Medicine — barbellmedicine.comDepartment of War testosterone testing mandate — referenced throughoutLong and Strong — the Mops and Moes training program on TrainHeroic Views expressed are those of the speakers and do not represent any official organization.

Can ketogenic therapy improve symptoms, cognition, and metabolic health in people living with serious mental illness?In this episode of Metabolic Mind, Dr. Bret Scher speaks with Dr. Judy Ford, Juliette Kyner (previously Juliette Ward), and Dr. Shebani Sethi about the first-ever randomized controlled trial of a ketogenic diet intervention in individuals living with schizophrenia spectrum disorder or bipolar I disorder with psychotic features.The conversation explores what made this trial possible, from prepared meals and coaching to the structured support that helped participants stay engaged. It also highlights encouraging four-month findings across metabolic health, cognition, depressive symptoms, and both positive and negative psychiatric symptoms.They discuss:Why this trial is an important step for metabolic psychiatryHow participants adhered to a ketogenic diet with structured supportWhat changed in metabolic health markers like BMI, A1C, and HOMA-IRWhy cognitive improvements were especially meaningfulHow positive symptoms, negative symptoms, and depressive symptoms changed over timeWhat family members noticed as participants re-engaged with daily lifeWhy future studies may need to be longer, larger, and more mechanisticThis trial marks an important step for metabolic psychiatry and points to the need for larger, longer, fully controlled studies that can better clarify how ketogenic interventions may affect metabolic, cognitive, and psychiatric outcomes.

The music business has had ups and downs for Houston native Sam Morrow. He's bounced around geographically and within his own sound through a decade or more and a half dozen studio albums. But his recent return to his home state of Texas, reconnecting with an old flame who is now his wife, and his clarity on what he wants to do musically produced a dandy of a Southern rock offering called Southern Boogie. Morrow joined us on Roots Music Rambler to dig into the changes in latitude and attitude that produced the record, his journey from Texas to L.A. to Nashville and back, and how life is different now with all the changes.  Morrow has migrated from country to singer-songwriter to Southern rock throughout his career, but with Boogie, his sixth studio album, he seems to be where he should be – making bangers about life and love, all while bringing out his own spin on the sound of a Texas rocker. Frank and Falls also catch up on Frank's experience at American Music Fest at Chicago's heralded music venue Fitzgeralds, and some fun live music plans for Falls' July trip to the Windy City. (Spoiler: Lucia's plans with her dad fell through and she got to see Lucy Dacus with the RMR crew and family!) Frank and Falls also have their normal pickin' the grinnin' choices for music recommendations this week. Frank raved about Les Greene and the Swayzees, who performed at American Music Fest. Falls pointed folks to an Otis Gibbs documentary featuring the late Todd Snyder, who reminisced about one of his mentors, John Prine, before Snyder passed away last year. The film is called A Love Letter to Handsome John.  Find the picks on Spotify and YouTube. Sam Morrow is online at sammorrowmusic.com, on Spotify, YouTube, Facebook and Instagram.  Watch the Episode on YouTube Download the episode and subscribe at rootsmusicrambler.com, watch the full episode on YouTube, or download wherever you get your podcasts.  Also be sure to help spread the love of the show with Roots Music Rambler's new merch, now available at rootsmusicrambler.com/store. Authentic t-shirts, hats and stickers are now available.  Buckle up for The Hoe-Down and the Throw-Down! It's a new episode of Roots Music Rambler. Notes and links:  Sam Morrow Online Southern Boogie on Spotify Sam Morrow on Spotify Sam Morrow on Instagram Sam Morrow on YouTube Sam Morrow on Facebook American Music Fest online The Load Out Podcast on Spotify The Roots Music Rambler Store Roots Music Rambler on YouTube Roots Music Rambler on Instagram Roots Music Rambler on TikTok Roots Music Rambler on Facebook Pickin' the Grinnin' picks: Les Greene and the Swayzees on Spotify A Love Letter to Handsome John by Otis Gibbs on YouTube Subscribe to Roots Music Rambler on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, GoodPods or wherever you get your podcasts. Theme Music: Sheepskin & Beeswax by Genticorum; Copyright 2026 - Falls+Partners. All music on the program is licensed by ASCAP, BMI and SESAC. Roots Music Rambler is a member of the Americana Music Association. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How long does body recomposition really take? Cutting calories to lose weight can make a skinny fat physique worse by stripping away the little muscle you have while giving you misleading “progress” signals. Learn the realistic week-by-week body recomp timeline for noticeable changes, plus the simple tracking methods that prove your plan is working. If the scale hasn't budged in 3 weeks and you're about to call it off, hit play. And shout out to listener Dhiren A. on Spotify for today's topic!Get 20% off your first custom blend at True Nutrition with code WITSANDWEIGHTS. Build your own protein from 20+ bases and 28 flavors, third-party lab tested and first-party verified, now shipping to over 150 countries:https://truenutrition.com/witsandweightsYou'll learn:Skinny fat explained as normal weight obesity and why BMI can miss the problem Why the default advice to lose weight can backfireThe Forbes curve and how your starting leanness changes how much body fat you loseRealistic muscle gain rates over 10 to 12 weeksWhy DEXA and scales struggle to detect small lean mass changes 4 priorities for body recomposition (including protein)How to track progress instead of chasing day-to-day noise A simple muscle-building signal hidden in your training logWits & Weights is the evidence-based podcast for strength training over 40, body recomposition, fat loss over 40, metabolism recovery, and healthy aging. Hosted by Philip Pape, creator of Eat More Lift Heavy and Fitness Lab.Support the show by visiting today's sponsor:Get 20% off your first custom blend at True Nutrition with code WITSANDWEIGHTS.Timestamps:0:00 - Why "just lose weight" backfires when you're skinny fat6:43 - The Forbes curve (dieting, leanness, and body fat)10:19 - How to get enough protein13:03 - What happens in weeks 1 through 1016:15 - What a good month of muscle gain looks like17:35 - Does body fat measurement work?19:57 - The problem that isn't your training20:23 - 3 changes that make the timeline work24:13 - How long until you see physical changes, and until others do28:13 - The muscle-building evidence in your own training logEpisode Resources:Free Body Fat Calculator - Navy formula estimate from a tape measure, plus a few other numbers: https://www.witsandweights.com/calculatorsQ&A - How Fast Do You Really Lose Muscle? (Plus Bigger Glutes, Creatine, and More)

Gordon Gecko slicked back hair. Nice little win for the Cardinals last night. Going Full Frank. Navy Caps On The Road are coming back, Jack. Doug's elderly dog issues. Gotta wonder if Anuk wanted to come in today because he knew the NCOTR announcement was coming. So it doesn't take 5 years to change uniforms? The Pep Band version of the song might have gotten the ball across the goal line. Baez and Navy Caps in Chicago? Chairman may go up on Saturday. Martin's the new rights holder on the show.Couldn't get Rihanna for the track so got Fergie instead. Interested to hear from Anuk on the results of the fan poll. Andrew Hubbard and Polos Plus giving away a NCOTR and a navy TMA hat for today's EMOTD. Chairman Steve is on the phone lines. Steve has dog takes. Chairman on Chairman crime. Caller Ellen is up next. Caller Ellen loves dogs but doesn't want em on planes or in restaurants. Celebrating Tinsel's promiscuity. Baby Jessica went bad and is in jail.Joined by Cardinal president Anuk Karunaratne joins us in studio. Thank you for doing the right thing, sir. What was the breakdown of the Navy Caps portion of the poll? Still going to wear the current City Connect jerseys next season. New regime listening to the fan base. Taking fan input into consideration. Always be marketing. Doug pitching release the hoosier. Might be more of a Banana Ball vehicle. The lack of post game sound. The Cardinals social media team. Chairman wants to play the song for Anuk.Breaking down the conversation with Anuk Karunaratne. Gotta like the messaging coming from Anuk and Chaim Bloom. Martin escorted Anuk out down the narrow hallways. Baseball America's Tools rankings. Michelle Smallmon won't be able to join us today but she's throwing out the first pitch at today's Cardinal game. Chairman's arguing with Roaring Lemur in the YouTube chat. Call in Big Lemur.How's this feel? Doug's excited to have a new granddaughter. Gordie's coming around. Sibling rivalries and birth order.The TMA ecosystem. John Rice calls in from Highway 55 heading up to STL to catch the day game today. John wants to talk 2004 SEMO baseball. The naked tarp run got the squad in some trouble. The text inbox and the YouTube chat are at war. Beercats enjoys a good busman's special. The scent of infidelity in the air. Not reporting, just speculating. Some of the dais got invited to the suite, some did not. BMI. Mazel Tov, I didn't ask. Sugar soup and the Plowhawk. Bringing bangs back.Cards get the win last night but still a few games back in the wild card. A fiery Stanek last night. Cardinal wins bring out the sundresses. We really think Release The Hoosier has some legs. Doug now wants a taser involved in it. The lemur still hasn't called in.Pick a side in the YouTube/Text Inbox war. Design Aire Heating & Cooling EMOTD.Audio of Tony Larussa in the booth with Brad Thompson and Chip Caray talking about what makes a championship team. Sure would be nice to have some meaningful baseball down the stretch. Andre Pallante has been fantastic. Liberatore not so much. Finally some home grown pitching you can maybe get excited about. Dropping ass in the shower.This'll get you fired up for Cardinal baseball. Cardinal lineup is out and it seems like they may wanna get this over with quickly. You're nobody's fool. Feuerbach Optimization. And Doug has just suspended Ryan Spaeder.This song is so goated. The Colonel just released his mailbag on Power Mizzou with MizzouPlug. Wide delta for the Tigers this year. Hard to know before you see any games. Predictions based on reputations. Drink's only gotta win 8 to get an extension and 8 this year might be an accomplishment.And the winner of the EMOTD is...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00-24:14) Breaking down the conversation with Anuk Karunaratne. Gotta like the messaging coming from Anuk and Chaim Bloom. Martin escorted Anuk out down the narrow hallways. Baseball America's Tools rankings. Michelle Smallmon won't be able to join us today but she's throwing out the first pitch at today's Cardinal game. Chairman's arguing with Roaring Lemur in the YouTube chat. Call in Big Lemur.(24:22-33:52) How's this feel? Doug's excited to have a new granddaughter. Gordie's coming around. Sibling rivalries and birth order.(34:02-48:36) The TMA ecosystem. John Rice calls in from Highway 55 heading up to STL to catch the day game today. John wants to talk 2004 SEMO baseball. The naked tarp run got the squad in some trouble. The text inbox and the YouTube chat are at war. Beercats enjoys a good busman's special. The scent of infidelity in the air. Not reporting, just speculating. Some of the dais got invited to the suite, some did not. BMI. Mazel Tov, I didn't ask. Sugar soup and the Plowhawk. Bringing bangs back.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Let Us Know What You Think of the Show!SHOW SUMMARY:Date: August 12th, 2026Name of Podcast: Backstage Pass RadioS11: E4 - Bubba Westly - Truths, Songs, and Second ChancesSHOW SUMMARY:A song can be “good” for years and still not be ready for the world. Randy Hulsey sits down with Texas country artist Bubba Westly for an honest, boots-on-the-ground conversation about what actually builds a career when you are doing it independently: family roots, long drives, late-night lyric notes, chart pressure, and the humility it takes to keep going when the plan changes.  Bubba performs live in the studio and unpacks the stories behind the music, including “Feel So Good,” a track he wrote years ago and resurrected after audiences kept asking to hear it again. We also talk through his lyric-first songwriting process, how he decides when a song is truly finished, and the business milestones that made it all feel real, like holding his first royalty check and learning how publishing and PROs like BMI work in practice.  The conversation turns deeply personal with “Every Other Weekend,” a vulnerable co-write about parenting, custody, and the emotions that can hit hardest onstage. Bubba also shares how sobriety and faith reshaped his life, why he invites prayer requests online, and how he meets fans at the merch booth after shows to offer encouragement, not just sell merch. If you love Texas country music, country songwriting, independent artists, and behind-the-scenes music industry stories, this one lands with both craft and heart.  Subscribe to Backstage Pass Radio, share this with a friend who loves real artist stories, and leave a review so more listeners can find the show.Sponsor Link:WWW.ECOTRIC.COMWWW.SIGNAD.COMWWW.RUNWAYAUDIO.COMWWW.BROADLEAFGROUP.COMArtist Website:www.bubbawestly.comBackstage Pass Radio Social Media Handles:Facebook - @backstagepassradiopodcast @randyhulseymusicInstagram - @Backstagepassradio @randyhulseymusicTwitter - @backstagepassPC @rhulseymusicWebsite - www.backstagepassradio.com & www.randyhulsey.comYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@backstagepassradiopodcastCall to actionWe ask our listeners to like, share, and subscribe to the show and the artist's social media pages. This enables us to continue pushing great content to the consumer. Support Backstage Pass Radio - https://www.buzzsprout.com/1628902/support Thank you for being a part of Backstage Pass Radio Your Host,Randy Hulsey Support the show

You Asked, I Answered: 3 Questions LTC Dietitians Ask All the TimeIt's been a little while since I've recorded a podcast episode—and I'm so happy to be back!For this episode, I'm answering three real-world questions that come up for dietitians working with older adults and in long-term care.These aren't textbook questions. They're the kinds of situations that make you stop and think, “Okay…what do I actually do with this resident?”In this episode, we're talking about:

Sunday, August 9, 2026 Title: "Sanctify. Draw Near. Step In." Scripture: Joshua 3:5–17 (NRSVUE) By: Rev. Dr. Mark Charles Scripture https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Joshua%203%3A5%E2%80%9317%20&version=NRSVUE Bulletin https://trinitygnv.org/s/Sunday-Bulletins-08-09-26-8AM.pdf https://trinitygnv.org/s/Sunday-Bulletins-08-09-26-930AM-WEB.pdf https://trinitygnv.org/s/Sunday-Bulletins-08-09-26-11AM.pdf Copyright: https://ccli.com/us/en/church-copyright-license Copyrighted content included in this webcast is used with license under one or more of the following: Christian Copyright Solutions WORSHIP cast Streaming License and PERFORM music License #7840 (to publicly perform and/or web stream any musical composition controlled by ASCAP, BMI, and SESAC), CVLI (Christian Video Licensing International) #503915511, CVLI ScreenVue License #502477880, CCLI Church Streaming & Podcast License #CSPL016331, CCLI Church Copyright License #1022361, and/or CCLI Church Rehearsal License #CRL011587.

2 Thessalonians 3:6-15 | August 9, 2026 | Pastor Todd SmithIn this final message from the 2nd Thessalonians series, Pastor Todd addresses the timeless issue of idleness and the importance of a strong work ethic. Drawing from 2 Thessalonians 3, he explains that work is not a curse, but a grace gift designed by God to reflect His glory. The Apostle Paul's instructions to the Thessalonian church remind us that waiting actively for Christ's return means showing up with diligence and excellence in our daily responsibilities.How do we balance waiting on God with working hard in the present? Watch this sermon to discover how a purposeful work ethic transforms our daily lives, protects us from the traps of laziness, and serves as a powerful testimony to those around us.Connect with Crossroads Community Church:Website: https://lifeatcrossroads.orgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/crossroadscommunitychurchFacebook: https://facebook.com/lifeatcrossroadsGive Online:https://lifeatcrossroads.org/giveonlineLicensing Information:CCLI License #2915685CCS WORSHIPcast License #9466Crossroads Community Church holds a CCS WORSHIPcast License, which grants permission to publicly play, perform, and stream musical compositions controlled by ASCAP, BMI, and SESAC in accordance with CCS License Terms and Conditions.

wo people can have the same body weight and BMI yet face very different metabolic risks. In this episode, Mikki explores the biological reasons men and women store fat differently and why location matters more than the number on the scale. She explains how oestrogen directs fat towards the hips and thighs before menopause, why declining oestrogen can shift fat towards the abdomen, and how immune signalling, liver function and cholesterol patterns differ between the sexes. Mikki also examines women's surprising advantage in insulin sensitivity, the role of skeletal muscle in glucose control, and why waist circumference may predict cardiovascular risk better than BMI. This episode offers a nuanced look at fat distribution, menopause and metabolic health, while reinforcing the powerful role of nutrition, exercise and lifestyle.Topics covered:Why equal body weight does not mean equal metabolic riskHow oestrogen influences fat storage and fat releaseWhy visceral fat often increases through menopauseSex differences in inflammation, liver health and cholesterolThe roles of muscle mass and insulin sensitivity Contact Mikki:https://mikkiwilliden.com/https://www.facebook.com/mikkiwillidennutritionhttps://www.instagram.com/mikkiwilliden/https://linktr.ee/mikkiwillidenNZ listeners - save 10% off Calocurb by using the code Mikkipedia10 at www.calocurb.co.nzSave 20% on all Nuzest Products WORLDWIDE with the code MIKKI at www.nuzest.co.nz, www.nuzest.com.au or www.nuzest.comCurranz supplement: MIKKI saves you 25% at www.curranz.co.nz or www.curranz.co.uk off your first order

Eß doch einfach weniger! - Wer sichtbar mehr Kilos drauf hat als irgendeine Norm, kennt die (gut gemeinten) Ratschläge. Doch so einfach ist das nicht mit der Selbstdisziplin. Denn unser Körper führt ein starkes Eigenleben. // Weitere Infos findet Ihr hier: https://www.quarks.de/daily-quarks-spezial / Habt ihr Feedback, Anregungen oder Fragen, die wir wissenschaftlich einordnen sollen? Dann meldet euch über Whatsapp oder Signal unter 0162 344 86 48 oder per Mail: quarksdaily@wdr.de. Von Marlis Schaum, Christiane Tovar.

Welcome to another in our Backstage episode of Roots Music Rambler. These are short interviews Frank and Falls are able to grab backstage (or just somewhere in person rather than on our virtual, longer-form interview episodes) and catch up briefly. This week Falls got a chance to catch up with the rocket ship that is becoming Hunter Flynn before a recent show he did in Louisville. Falls met Hunter in February on the set of another podcast: Listen Honey! With Katie Combs and the two planned for Flynn to come on Roots Music Rambler. But Hunter got busy shortly after! He signed a record deal, hired a full band, jumped in the studio to record his first full-length studio album (due out later this year) and a lot more. He's released a couple of singles from the new record this summer and even released a pretty fun music video for his single, “Robbing a Bank.” Falls and Flynn finally caught up after Hunter's sound check at a recent Louisville show so he could tell his amazing story to Roots Music Rambler. This one, kids, will send chills up your spine. Hunter told us about his dramatic revelation to focus on his art, selling insurance, growing up in Pulaski County, Kentucky and what the rocket ship feeling is really like. Flynn is a rare breed for a relatively young artist: He's focused, clear on the vision for his art and music, and extremely talented and affable. No wonder people keep comparing him to Tyler Childers. See for yourself on this Backstage episode of Roots Music Rambler. You can find Hunter Flynn online at hunterflynn.com as well as Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, Spotify and all the other streaming platforms.  Watch the Episode on YouTube Download the episode and subscribe at rootsmusicrambler.com, watch the full episode on YouTube, or download wherever you get your podcasts.  Also be sure to help spread the love of the show with Roots Music Rambler's new merch, now available at rootsmusicrambler.com/store. Authentic t-shirts, hats and stickers are now available.  Buckle up for The Hoe-Down and the Throw-Down! It's a new episode of Roots Music Rambler. Notes and links:  Hunter Flynn online Hunter Flynn on Spotify Hunter Flynn on Instagram Hunter Flynn on TikTok Hunter Flynn on Facebook “Robbing a Bank” music video on YouTube Hunter Flynn on The Listen, Honey! Podcast with Katie Combs The Roots Music Rambler Store Roots Music Rambler on YouTube Roots Music Rambler on Instagram Roots Music Rambler on TikTok Roots Music Rambler on Facebook Subscribe to Roots Music Rambler on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, GoodPods or wherever you get your podcasts. Theme Music: Sheepskin & Beeswax by Genticorum; Copyright 2026 - Falls+Partners. All music on the program is licensed by ASCAP, BMI and SESAC. Roots Music Rambler is a member of the Americana Music Association. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A great live show is no accident. In this episode, Jeff Tomrell shares how he turned local band GoGo Gadget into a high-end entertainment act and built Three Hive Studios, an 8,000 sq. ft. creative hub in Reading, PA.We dive into the craft of live performance—discussing medleys, theatrical lighting, and building Broadway-level tribute shows like Magical Mystery Doors. Then, we explore the business side: navigating BMI and ASCAP licensing, managing a team of 20 employees, and protecting your margins.Whether you're into the music business, cover band strategy, or creative entrepreneurship, this episode is packed with real-world takeaways.Subscribe, share this with a friend who's building something, and leave us a review so more people can find the show! ---Welcome to The Brad Weisman Show, where we dive into the world of real people, real life, and everything in between with your host, Brad Weisman!

This episode explores the opportunities and risks of testosterone optimization, beginning with the US military's decision to screen men over 30 for low testosterone. Dr. Mike Hart and Dr. Jonathan Schoeff discuss why symptoms such as fatigue, low libido, and difficulty changing body composition cannot be interpreted from a single lab value. They examine the importance of free testosterone, SHBG, insulin resistance, visceral fat, estradiol, DHT, fertility, and individualized dosing. The conversation also challenges common measures such as BMI and body fat percentage, emphasizing skeletal muscle mass, visceral adiposity, sustainable health goals, and the minimum effective intervention.   Dr. Jonathan Schoeff is a spinal surgeon and longevity medicine practitioner whose work focuses on hormone health, metabolic optimization, body composition, and individualized health strategy. Through comprehensive laboratory testing, clinical assessment, and personalized treatment planning, he helps clients understand how hormones, insulin sensitivity, muscle mass, visceral fat, lifestyle, and long-term health goals interact. Describing his role as that of a "biological strategist," Dr. Schoeff emphasizes precision over standardized protocols and develops practical plans designed around each person's biology, priorities, and daily life.   Health and Human Performance Optimization to Enhance Military Readiness — U.S. Department of War https://media.defense.gov/2026/Jul/15/2003961654/-1/-1/1/HEALTH%20AND%20HUMAN%20PERFORMANCE%20OPTIMIZATION%20TO%20ENHANCE%20MILITARY%20READINESS%20OSD004430-26%20RES%20FINAL.PDF   Influence of CAG Repeat Polymorphism on the Targets of Testosterone Action — Giacomo Tirabassi et al. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26421011/   Comparative Effects of Daily and Weekly Boron Supplementation on Plasma Steroid Hormones and Proinflammatory Cytokines — Mohammad Reza Naghii et al. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21129941/   Women's Health Initiative — National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, National Institutes of Health https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/science/womens-health-initiative-whi   Surviving Sepsis Campaign Adult Guidelines — Society of Critical Care Medicine https://www.sccm.org/survivingsepsiscampaign/guidelines-and-resources/surviving-sepsis-campaign-adult-guidelines   The Longevity Lab — Dr. Jonathan Schoeff and Candace Schoeff https://longevitylabwellness.com/   Jonathan Schoeff on Instagram — Dr. Jonathan Schoeff https://www.instagram.com/jonschoeff/   Jonathan Schoeff on YouTube — Dr. Jonathan Schoeff https://www.youtube.com/@drjonschoeff   Show Notes   00:00 Welcome to the Hart2Heart Podcast 00:42 Military Low T Screening 04:32 Normal Ranges and Treatment 08:19 Free Testosterone and Insulin 12:35 High SHBG and Enclomiphene 15:54 hCG Fertility and Protocols 19:35 Obesity Low T Strategy 23:26 Aromatase Inhibitors and Estrogen 26:51 DHT Mood and Libido Balance 28:57 DHT Balance Risks 30:10 Minimum Effective Dose 31:55 Longevity Strategy Mindset 33:31 Clinic Cuts Alcohol Use 35:40 Goals Drive Strategy 38:06 Body Fat Targets Debate 41:54 Sustainable Leanness 45:33 Personalized Nutrition Plans 48:09 Beyond Body Fat Metrics 52:29 Rules Not Regulations 53:31 Wrap Up And Where To Find   The Hart2Heart podcast is hosted by family physician Dr. Michael Hart, who is dedicated to cutting through the noise and uncovering the most effective strategies for optimizing health, longevity, and peak performance. This podcast dives deep into evidence-based approaches to hormone balance, peptides, sleep optimization, nutrition, psychedelics, supplements, exercise protocols, leveraging sunlight, and de-prescribing pharmaceuticals — using medications only when absolutely necessary. Beyond health science, we explore the intersection of public health and politics, exposing how policy decisions shape our health landscape and what actionable steps people can take to reclaim control over their well-being. Guests range from out-of-the-box thinking physicians such as Dr. Casey Means (author of "Good Energy") and Dr. Roger Sehult (Medcram lectures) to public health experts such as Dr. Jay Bhattacharya (Director of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and Dr. Marty Mckary  (Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and high-profile names such as  Zuby and Mark Sisson (Primal Blueprint and Primal Kitchen). If you're ready to take control of your health and performance, this podcast is for you.We cut through the jargon and deliver practical, no-BS advice that you can implement in your daily life, empowering you to make positive changes for your well-being.   Connect with Dr. Mike Hart Instagram: @drmikehart Twitter: @drmikehart Facebook: @drmikehart

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Cynthia Scott has led prayer initiatives across Pittsburgh and beyond, including citywide gatherings, prayer for national events, and a daily prayer call for the nation. Passionate about honoring God and praying for revival in America, she has written numerous prayer guides and now offers Celebrating GOD, Our FOUNDER, at America's 250th Birthday. This work reflects her conviction that God's providence shaped the United States and calls believers to honor Him as our true Founder, and help to shape our future through prayer. Cynthia resides near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Purchase Celebrating God Our Founder at America's 250th Birthday here: https://godourfounder.com/   TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Introduction to Cynthia Scott 1:35 What motivated you to write this book? 4:30 Tell us about what you've done with prayer and why is it your passion? 9:25 What advice do you have for someone whose church is not in the habit of praying? 10:50 How do you talk about America as a Christian nation? 15:43 The Founding Father's Faith 23:05 Why is Christianity in education so important? 26:00 Why is it important to pray for our leaders? 33:50 Where does revival come from? 35:50 Final Advice   Questions or comments? Email us at podcast@blackaby.org   DONATE: If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support our ministry into the next 20 years, click here: https://bit.ly/382Exi3   RESOURCES: Sign up for the monthly newsletter at the bottom of the BMI homepage: https://blackaby.org/   Sign up for Fall Coaching Workshop here: https://www.blackabycoaching.org/workshop   Order Experiencing God in Everyday Life now at: https://www.lifeway.com/en/product/experiencing-god-in-everyday-life-bible-study-book-with-video-access-P005853831   CONNECT: X: @richardblackaby Facebook: https://bit.ly/2WvZPzw Read Richard's latest blog posts at www.richardblackaby.com

The internet is buzzing right now about Ariana Grande — her stepping back from public life, and her message asking people to stop commenting on her body. And underneath this whole conversation is something every one of us needs to hear, because it goes straight to the heart of recovery. Today, with a whole lot of grace, we're talking about the word "healthy" — and how it can become one of the most slippery slopes in all of recovery. I'm not here to speculate about anyone's private health (that's actually part of my point). I'm here to name the lie our culture keeps selling us: that thinner automatically means healthier. Sis, it doesn't — and the science agrees with me. The part she got so right For years, Ariana has asked people to stop commenting on her body, recently re-sharing that message as a "loving reminder." And she's right. There's a comfortability in our culture with narrating other people's bodies, faces, and weight — and it's dangerous for everyone. We have to stop this. Stop the "did she lose weight," stop the "is she okay, she looks so thin." You never know who's in recovery. You never know whose daughter is listening. You never know what your words land on top of. Where the fire got lit in me Somewhere in this conversation came the idea that an older, fuller version of a body wasn't "the healthy one." That may be completely true for any given person — only they and their care team could know. But that exact sentence — "my old body wasn't the healthy one" — is a sentence I told myself. It's one I've heard from a hundred women in this community. And it's one of the most slippery sentences in recovery, because the eating disorder is a master at wearing the costume of wellness. It doesn't say "let's be destructive." It says "let's just be healthy, let's just be clean, let's just be disciplined." When "healthy" is actually the disorder talking Let me be clear, because I lived it: Eating very little and calling it clean Only eating foods with five ingredients or less and calling it healthy Cutting whole food groups and calling it a lifestyle Being so consumed by "wellness" that you can't sit at the family table, can't travel without a plan, can't be spontaneous, can't live That is not health. That's a disorder in a wellness costume. And the hardest part? When you're in it, you believe your own lie. For a long time I fully believed I was just "making healthy choices." It felt like virtue. It felt like discipline. That's what makes the distortion so dangerous — from the inside, it feels like truth. The lie our culture keeps selling We're in a moment where thinness is loudly celebrated again — and our teens, our tweens, the young women who idolize who they follow are absorbing the message that thinner automatically equals healthier and better. The science says otherwise. In the large studies on weight and mortality, being underweight carries a significantly elevated risk of death — roughly one and a half times higher in many studies, and several times higher in some populations. Meanwhile, the category our culture panics about — "overweight" (a BMI of 25–30, without obesity) — is consistently not linked to higher mortality, and in a number of large studies is associated with slightly lower risk than "normal" weight. Let that land. The body our culture tells you to fear is often not the dangerous one. The body our culture applauds can be hiding real danger. Thin is not a synonym for healthy. It never was. We also don't get to pretend we see nothing Here's the nuance, held with honesty: "stop commenting on bodies" is true — and love sometimes notices. When people express genuine concern for someone they can see is struggling, that isn't always cruelty. Sometimes it's the same instinct that makes a mother knock on a door. The problem isn't caring — it's consuming: the speculation, the spectacle, strangers turning a real person into content. So here's the line: we don't get to narrate, diagnose, or gossip about anyone's body. But those of us who love someone up close, in the flesh? We can gently, privately say "I love you, and I'm here." That's not commenting on a body. That's loving a person. You are not your body If you take one thing from today: your body is the least interesting thing about you. You are your kindness. Your humor. Your faith. The way you love your people. The dreams only you carry. The calling on your one and only life. The fact that our whole culture talks about a brilliant artist's body instead of her art is exactly the sickness we're naming. You were never meant to be scrutinized as a body — you were meant to be known as a soul. A few lines from the episode "The eating disorder is a master at wearing the costume of wellness." "That is not health. That's a disorder in a wellness costume." "When you're in it, you believe your own lie. From the inside, the distortion feels like truth." "Thin is not a synonym for healthy. It never was." "The problem isn't caring — it's consuming." "Your body is the least interesting thing about you." Your invitation this week One: Catch yourself before you comment on any body — anyone's, including your own. Notice it, and choose not to. Starve the habit. Two: Question the word "healthy" every time it shows up in your head this week. Ask honestly: Is this actually health — or the disorder wearing health's clothes? Would this choice let me live my life, or does it shrink it? That one question is a powerful flashlight. Ready to stop doing this alone? Connect with Lindsey:

Summer is in full swing, the sleeves are off, and the yard work is endless. This week, Nole and Kevin sit down to look back at how their perspectives of the fire academy have changed after 15 years in the county—shifting from anxious tension on the grinder to warm bro-hugs in the captain's office.We also circle back to a massive conversation that sparked incredible listener feedback: Can you be a leader if you're overweight? We share a brilliant perspective sent in by our academy classmate, Captain Dave Tebo, that completely reframes the debate. It turns out the true test of leadership isn't just your BMI—it's the deeper root of personal discipline across every single area of your life.Plus, we break down:The Viral "Sardine Fast": Nole and Kevin dive deep into the elimination diet taking over grocery store shelves. From Kevin's history with clinical GI protocols to Nole and Diego Garcia eating kippers out on the station lawn so the crew doesn't mutiny, we talk about using small baitfish for fat loss, ketosis, and fighting inflammation.The Art of Coaching: The unique dynamics of coaching your kids, why gifted athletes often make horrific coaches, and the sheer joy of watching a lightbulb click when teaching someone how to throw Atlas stones.Media & Recommendations: A shoutout to Nole's childhood youth pastor, Cliff Carey, and his podcast Back Shed Bible Study, alongside a review of Cliff Graham's brutal, violent, and highly engaging historical fiction audiobook series, Lion of War.Grab a dark roast coffee, pull up a chair, and join the conversation.Big thank you to My Epic and Facedown Records for the use of their song "Hail" in our podcast!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dz2RZThURTU&ab_channel=FacedownRecordsCliff Carey - Back Shed Bible Study episode on Forrest Frankhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/2jl9qIs4YACGYFYYHs7cFU?si=dd54f51355694a5dDay of War - Cliff Grahamhttps://www.audible.com/pd/Day-of-War-Audiobook/B0FL93ZGPT?ref_pageloadid=not_applicable&pf_rd_p=f3abc0ee-320d-4c19-8388-fcd3a8e6c3a4&pf_rd_r=YGHMVYEAWMW0NZ0P2N6G&plink=8wlAphfm3PKx5lBX&pageLoadId=prjnKazT1kto41GO&creativeId=73c32a9a-e504-4597-bb87-c30c58fc0204&ref=a_author_Cl_c19_lProduct_1_3The Fire You Carry on YouTube.Sign up for a class at The Fire Up Program!https://www.fireupprogram.com/programsThe Fire Up Progam video.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I__ErPW46Ec&t=12s&ab_channel=FireUpProgramThe Fire You Carry Instagram.https://www.instagram.com/thefireyoucarry/Donate to The Fire Up Program.https://www.fireupprogram.com/donateThe Fire Up Program Instagram.https://www.instagram.com/fireup_program/Kevin's Instagram.https://www.instagram.com/kevinpwelsh/?hl=en

Sunday, August 2, 2026 Message: "Well...Here We Are!" Scripture: Lamentations 3:21-24 (NRSVUE) By: Rev. Dr. Mark Charles  Scripture https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Lamentations%203%3A21-24&version=NRSVUE Bulletin https://trinitygnv.org/s/Sunday-Bulletins-08-02-26-8AM.pdf https://trinitygnv.org/s/Sunday-Bulletins-08-02-26-930AM-WEB.pdf https://trinitygnv.org/s/Sunday-Bulletins-08-02-26-11AM.pdf Copyright: https://ccli.com/us/en/church-copyright-license Copyrighted content included in this webcast is used with license under one or more of the following: Christian Copyright Solutions WORSHIP cast Streaming License and PERFORM music License #7840 (to publicly perform and/or web stream any musical composition controlled by ASCAP, BMI, and SESAC), CVLI (Christian Video Licensing International) #503915511, CVLI ScreenVue License #502477880, CCLI Church Streaming & Podcast License #CSPL016331, CCLI Church Copyright License #1022361, and/or CCLI Church Rehearsal License #CRL011587.

Dr. Sue-Anne Toh, CEO and co-founder of NOVI Health, joins Jeremy Au to discuss the critical intersection of metabolism, longevity, and health policy. They explore the "War on Diabetes" in Singapore, unpacking why Asian populations are predisposed to insulin resistance and visceral fat accumulation even at lower BMI levels. Dr. Toh shares her transition from healthcare administration at NUHS working with MOH, to launching a health-tech "speedboat" to bridge the implementation gap in preventive care. The conversation covers the 80/20 of longevity, the role of GLP-1 medications in hormonal balance, and actionable strategies for "banking" muscle mass to ensure quality of life during aging. Watch, listen or read the full insight at https://www.bravesea.com/blog/sue-anne-toh-novi-health  BRAVE is Southeast Asia's leading tech podcast, hosted by Jeremy Au. Honest conversations with the region's top founders, investors, and operators on building startups in Southeast Asia. New episodes every week. Subscribe so you never miss one. Listen & Subscribe YouTube (English), YouTube (Bahasa Indonesia), Spotify (English), Spotify (Bahasa Indonesia), Spotify (Chinese), Spotify (Vietnamese), Apple Podcasts Follow BRAVE LinkedIn, X (Twitter), Instagram, TikTok, WhatsApp Follow Jeremy Au LinkedIn, X / Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Threads, Twitch Resources Get transcripts, startup resources & community discussions at www.bravesea.com #Singapore #Longevity #Healthspan #SoutheastAsiaTech  00:00 - Introduction: Dr. Sue-Anne Toh's background 02:14 - Choosing medicine over law: curiosity and impact 03:51 - From policy to founder: the "impatient" path to NOVI Health 10:49 - Navigating the "Snake Oil" noise in longevity 12:39 - The 80/20 of health span: sleep, steps, and nutrition 22:30 - The ROI of treats: behavior change vs. restrictions 30:02 - TOFI Phenotype: Thin Outside, Fat Inside 33:04 - The Insulin Resistance "Pancreas Factory" 37:56 - Public Health strategies: Enforce, Empower, Educate 40:35 - GLP-1s and the future of weight care 45:01 - Why muscle mass is the ultimate longevity asset

A big chunk of the self-help and wellness industry runs on some core messages: you are not good enough and you need to be fixed, improved, and optimized. We disagree and hope this element of recreation (and re-creation) helps you brush off some of those false messages and return to what is already good and resilient in you.  This is also one of the three months per year (April, August, and December), where we tap more into our rest and activity cycles by doing less and nourishing more. With that in mind, we'll play some encore episodes that will help you tap into play, rest, and nourish. We'll be back September 1 with new episodes!   About: The Joy Lab Podcast is an Ambie-nominated podcast that blends science and soul to help you cope better with stress, anxiety, and depression. It's hosted by integrative psychiatrist Dr. Henry Emmons and holistic mental health researcher Dr. Aimee Prasek. The podcast is best paired with the Joy Lab Program (get your 7-day free trial!). Bonus: spread some joy and keep this podcast ad-free by donating (Joy Lab is powered by the nonprofit Pathways North and your donations are tax-deductible).    Listen & follow the Joy Lab Podcast on your favorite listening app:  Spotify | Apple | YouTube   Full transcript here   Sources and Notes for our Element of Confidence: Joy Lab Program: Take the next leap in your wellbeing journey with step-by-step practices to help you build and maintain the elements of joy in your life. Start your 7-day free trial now. Csikszentmihalyi, M. (1990). Flow: The psychology of optimal experience. Harper & Row. Eberle, S. (2014). The elements of play: Toward a philosophy and definition of play. Access here. Farley, A., Kennedy-Behr, A., & Brown, T. (2021). An investigation into the relationship between playfulness and well-being in Australian adults: An exploratory study. Access here. Halpin, M., et al. (2025). When Help Is Harm: Health, Lookism and Self-Improvement in the Manosphere. Access here. Lackey, N. Q., et al. (2021). Mental health benefits of nature-based recreation: a systematic review.  Access here. Smith, B. S. (2001) The ambiguity of play. Harvard University Press. Authenticity series: Unmasking Your True Self: Exploring Authenticity and Awe [ep. 216] Embrace Your True Self: Accepted, Connected, & In The Game [ep. 217] The Road Most Travelled: Awakening Through Suffering [ep. 218]  Follow Your Bliss: Awakening to Joy [ep. 219] The Still Small Voice: Awakening with Soulfulness [ep. 220] Align with Nature and Your & Your Rhythms (ultradian, circadian, & infradian) [ep. 139] More on inspiration and goal-setting: Inspiration: The Engine of Joy" ... gives some great basics for this element of inspiration) [ep. 10] Resolution #1: You Don't Need to Be Fixed [ep. 40] The Myths of Change [ep. 41] Five Principles for Inspired Change (or something that looks remarkably like it) [ep. 42] Harmonious vs. Obsessive Passions [ep. 43]  About turning your passions into work: When Your Life Passions Become Obsessions [ep. 208]   Common Questions: Q: Why does rest and play feel so hard to justify when there's always more to do? A: Because we've been sold the message that rest is laziness and optimization is a moral win. This episode names that cultural conditioning directly, explains the biological necessity of rest and activity cycles, and reframes play as a genuine act of wellness and even resistance.   Q: What does play actually look like for adults and why does it matter for mental health? A: This episode introduces phantasmagoria, flow, and self-forgetfulness as frameworks for understanding why play is not optional. Play helps dissolves self-monitoring, reduces stress, builds resilience and empathy, and reconnects us to intrinsic motivation. One practical strategy is to play for just two minutes per day, no devices, doing something that was fun when you were a kid.   Key moments: [00:00] Welcome to the Element of Recreation — and the shift to "re-creation," with the hyphen intentional [00:30] Joy Lab's ease-phase rhythm: August, December, April — doing less, nourishing more, honoring cycles of rest and activity [01:30] Henry: we treat bodies and minds like machines that should run at peak capacity all the time [02:00] Nature runs on rhythms — seasons, tides, circadian cycles, hormone cycles — and so do we [03:30] We were taught that resting is laziness, that not optimizing is wasting time — and it's exhausting and eventually counterproductive [04:00] When we honor natural rhythms and take real breaks, energy and creativity return [05:00] Re-creation as coming back to our foundation — no additional fixes needed; goodness is already here [05:30] The wellness industry's relentless optimization is built on a "tiny blueprint" — a marketable version of you designed to sell products. It only works if you believe you're a product, not a person [07:00] Henry: the trillion-dollar self-help industry thrives on one message — you are not good enough [07:30] The impossible standard: lose weight but have you optimized your BMI? Improve habits but have you perfected your sleep routine? [08:00] Rooted in shame and self-rejection — the core message being "you're not okay as you are"  [09:30] Roger Abrahams: we've turned building a self into a kind of religion — self-possession, self-fashioning, self-expression as sacred moral acts [11:00] Henry: authentic self-creation vs. creating a self for external approval — the difference that matters [12:00] For marginalized communities, the pull to conform is especially strong — stepping back from optimization as an act of resistance [13:30] Aimee introduces phantasmagoria — a concept from play researcher Dr. Brian Sutton-Smith [14:00] How kids play in wild, imaginative, sometimes dark ways — and why it's usually normal, not a red flag [17:30] Why kids do this: to deconstruct reality, work through feelings, explore what's unfair or scary in a complex world [18:00] Sutton-Smith and Derrida: if the world is a text, play is our response — we are both audience and co-author [18:30] Phantasmagoria as processing strategy: supports psychological resilience, empathy, curiosity, critical thinking [19:30] Dr. Fred Donaldson: "Children learn as they play. Most importantly, in play, children learn how to learn." [20:00] Adults do the same — we've licensed phantasmagoria into tiny socially acceptable pockets: Halloween, Burning Man, horror movies, fandom [20:30] When play is so rare, those pockets can get extreme — we need to bring play back into daily life in healthy amounts [21:00] Carl Jung: "The small child is still around and possesses a creative life which I lack, but how can I make my way to it?" [22:00] Play ideas: gardening, LARPing, woodworking, art, acting, board games, writing, cooking, music, sports with less attachment to winning [22:30] Starting question: what's one way of playing from your childhood that if you tried for two minutes today would offer some recreation? [23:30] Henry on what happens when we become adults: we lose permission to play without purpose or imagine without constraints [24:00] The playful mind is resourceful — in play, we access parts of the brain that don't activate during striving or self-judgment — not a waste of time; accessing our deepest capacities  [26:00] Re-creation is mostly social — not solitary self-optimization but self-forgetfulness and connecting [26:30] Self-forgetfulness (Ep. 270): looking up from negative preoccupation with self, going beyond ourselves [ADD LINK] [27:00] Dr. Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi's flow: loss of self-consciousness, forgetfulness of other realities — the adult version of play [27:30] Playfulness research on adults: higher purpose in life, positive relations, resilience, more positive emotions — even when adults are forced to play [28:30] The practice: two minutes per day, no devices, authoring your own experience [29:00] Then make it a little more social: invite a friend, shoot baskets in a public park, join a club [31:30] Henry: what happens when you're truly at play — you stop thinking about yourself; the inner critic quiets, anxiety settles, you're just present   [35:00] Check in after playing: how do you feel emotionally, cognitively, physically? Identify what nourishes you [35:30] This month: replay of key past episodes; Joy Lab Program members get weekly short visualization and meditation experiments [36:00] Closing wisdom from Carl Jung: "The creation of something new is not accomplished by the intellect, but by the play instinct..."    Like and follow Joy Lab on Socials:  Instagram Linkedin Facebook YouTube   Please remember that this content is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice and is not a replacement for advice and treatment from a medical professional. Please consult your doctor or other qualified health professional before beginning any diet change, supplement, or lifestyle program. Please see our terms for more information. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call the NAMI HelpLine: 1-800-950-6264 available Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m., ET. OR text "HelpLine" to 62640 or email NAMI at helpline@nami.org. 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Rock, rhythm and blues band Yarn made a triumphant return to the Americana charts this spring with their new album Saturday Night Sermons. The lead single, “Good Things,” spent several weeks in the AMA's top 20 singles chart and the band is back on the road supporting their 11th-ish album. Founder and frontman Blake Christiana joined Roots Music Rambler this week to talk all about the album, the songs, guitarist Andy Thomas's new solo project and how it affects the band and more. Yarn's first album, almost more of an acoustic, folk offering, dropped way back in 2007. While their music has matured and evolved through the years, they've held on to that folk and country sensibility with songs like “Goodbye Cowgirl” on the new record. But Yarn has also become more of a Southern rock band as various influences have floated in and out of the band. Yarn has been nominated for a number of Grammys over the years and has become a mainstay in the Americana / Rock / Southern Rock genres. Lead guitarist Andy Thomas, a recent guest on Roots Music Rambler, just spun out a solo record. Yarn says he's still in the band and they support him 100%. Christiana talked to us about embracing the various projects and interests of the band members and even said a constantly changing cast of characters is an asset for his music.  Also on this episode, Falls recaps his week at Cowan Creek Mountain Music School in Whitesburg, Ky. He chaperoned his daughter Katie who took a class, but served as a fly-on-the-wall observer of the now 25-year-old summer pickin' and grinnin' academy. Many friends of the show (The Local Honeys, John Haywood, Larry & Cheryl Webster) and others we often talk about (Don Rogers, Grace Rogers, Jesse Wells, Ella Webster) also factor into the story.   And, certainly, Frank and Falls have their normal pickin' the grinnin' choices for music recommendations this week. In step with the Cowan Creek experience, Falls chose dulcimer virtuoso Roxanne McDaniel. Frank slid in a little Steph Strings recco.  Find the picks on Spotify and find Yarn online at yarnmusic.net, on Spotify or Instagram. Watch the Episode on YouTube Download the episode and subscribe at rootsmusicrambler.com, watch the full episode on YouTube, or download wherever you get your podcasts.  Also be sure to help spread the love of the show with Roots Music Rambler's new merch, now available at rootsmusicrambler.com/store. Authentic t-shirts, hats and stickers are now available.  Buckle up for The Hoe-Down and the Throw-Down! It's a new episode of Roots Music Rambler. Notes and links:  Yarn online Yarn on Spotify Saturday Night Sermons on Spotify Andy Thomas on Roots Music Rambler Cowan Creek Mountain Music School The Local Honeys on Roots Music Rambler John Haywood on Roots Music Rambler Larry & Cheryl Webster on Roots Music Rambler The Roots Music Rambler Store Roots Music Rambler on YouTube Roots Music Rambler on Instagram Roots Music Rambler on TikTok Roots Music Rambler on Facebook Pickin' the Grinnin' picks: Roxanne McDaniel online Steph Strings on Spotify Subscribe to Roots Music Rambler on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, GoodPods or wherever you get your podcasts. Theme Music: Sheepskin & Beeswax by Genticorum; Copyright 2026 - Falls+Partners. All music on the program is licensed by ASCAP, BMI and SESAC. Roots Music Rambler is a member of the Americana Music Association. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us Fan MailForty-one “temporary” years. One dream she never let go. And now? Renee Connell says it's her turn.The longtime singer - who toured with Kool & the Gang as a teenager - is now acting, auditioning, studying screenwriting, performing, and proving that the dreams we put on hold don't have to stay there.Throughout a 41-year corporate career, raising a family and navigating life's responsibilities, Renee never completely gave up the part of herself that loved music.Her advice to other women? Always keep “a slice of your life” for yourself.Now retired from corporate life, Renee is busier than ever. She's singing, acting, auditioning, learning new skills, and performing as the lead singer of LaPreme, a tribute to Diana Ross & The Supremes.And yes, she sometimes walks into auditions as the oldest woman in the room. She shows up anyway.In this inspiring and very personal conversation on the Ageless Glamour Girls™ Podcast, Renee shares: How she kept her dreams alive throughout a 41-year career  What it was like singing and touring with Kool & the Gang as a teenager  Why every woman should keep a “slice” of her life for herself  Why being the oldest woman in the room doesn't intimidate her  How taking one step can lead to opportunities you never imagined  The joy she's finding in music, acting and her next chapter  Her thoughts on music then and now - and AI's growing influence  Her very relatable menopause journey  Why it's never too late to pursue the dream you've been putting off And fair warning: Renee's message about getting older, taking chances, and refusing to believe it's too late became so powerful that she brought host Marqueeta Curtis-Haynes to tears - a first on the Ageless Glamour Girls™ Podcast.As Renee reminds us: “There is a space for you.” You just have to be willing to show up.Stay Bold. Stay Beautiful. Stay Brilliant.CHEERS to Healthy Aging and Joyful Living, Luvvies!************************ABOUT OUR GUEST: Renee Connell - Actress/ Singer/ Writer                                                                      Renee is an actress, singer, writer, and lifelong performer whose career is proof that it's never too late to pursue the dreams that never leave your heart.As a teenager, Renee toured professionally with Kool & the Gang before building a successful 41-year corporate career - all while continuing to nurture her passion for music and the performing arts. Today, she's embracing her next chapter with renewed purpose, performing as the lead singer of LaPreme, a tribute to Diana Ross & The Supremes, while also pursuing acting, screenwriting and new creative opportunities.A member of SAG-AFTRA, Actors' Equity Association (AEA), and BMI, Renee has appeared in Power Book III: Raising Kanan (STARZ) and Let the Right One In (Showtime). Her stage credits include Alive! and Kickin', Let the Music Play Gospel, Driving Miss Daisy, and A Streetcar Named Desire. She received an AUDELCO Award nomination for Outstanding Performance in a Musical and is the recipient of the NAACP Lorraine Hansberry Theatrical Award for writing and producing her original inspirational play, The Candle Party.Throughout every season of her life, Renee has remained committed to one simple belief: always keep a slice of your life for your dreams.FOLLOW RENEE:Website: https://www.reneeconnell.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heynaegcYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT9lkoatIk6z3_Qdjr_R_AA?Facebook: facebook.com/reneeconnell2Support the showSupport Ageless Glamour Girls™:www.agelessglamourgirls.com        www.linkedin.com/in/marqueetacurtishaynes       https://www.youtube.com/@agelessglamourgirls      https://agelessglamourgirlsboutique.com/Instagram @agelessglamourgirlsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/agelessglamourgirlsPrivate (AGG) FB Group: The Ageless Café: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theagelesscafeTikTok: @agelessglamourgirlshttps://www.shopltk.com/explore/AgelessGlamourGirls Podcast Producers: Ageless Glamour Girls™ and Purple Tulip Media, LLC  

What's up, you Beautiful Beasts! Welcome back to the show! In this episode, I sit down with Paula D. Atkinson for a conversation that challenges some of the biggest beliefs we've been taught about health, weight, and our bodies. We talk about body liberation, diet culture, eating disorders, Health at Every Size, the history of BMI, and why so many of us have learned to distrust the very bodies that have been trying to protect us all along. Paula shares her own journey from childhood body shame to nearly starving herself in pursuit of thinness, and why she now believes healing starts by reconnecting with your body instead of fighting against it. Whether you agree with everything we discuss or not, I hope this episode leaves you curious enough to question the stories you've been told, and maybe even listen to your own body a little more closely. As always, I hope something lands with you today. I hope something tugs at your heart strings and/or I hope you laugh.Bio: Paula D. Atkinson is a liberation-focused psychotherapist who has spent more than 15 years supporting people with disordered eating, food obsession, exercise addiction, and body hatred. She previously taught Weight & Society at George Washington University, where she explored the history of fatphobia and thin worship, and now trains professionals and organizations to do less harm in a weight-obsessed culture. Paula is also a second-generation yoga teacher, artist, aspiring DJ, and self-described woo-woo desert witch living in Palm Springs. Music by Prymary: Sean Entrikin (my hot husband) on guitar, Chris Quirarte on drums, Smiley Sean on keyboards, Rob Young on bass, and Jaxon Duane on vocals.Want to be a guest on the show? Click Here: https://beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com/unveilingthebeast-applicationMentions:Episode of “Surrounded”: https://youtu.be/M7K87rGoGps?si=KPjMLmxc4KPfp0nJWeight Science: Evaluating the Evidence for a Paradigm ShiftAuthors: Linda Bacon and Lucy AphramorLink: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3041737The Body is Not an Apology by Sonya Renee Taylorhttps://amzn.to/4yIfixRBMI Isn't Just Wrong. It's Lazy, Biased, and Misleading  https://youtu.be/UhezufDxFtwThe REAL Causes of Obesity (Its not Laziness or Willpower) https://youtu.be/PmfsThAzoegYour Body Has a Weight Set Point, and Diets Can't Override It https://youtu.be/mK-o339DmpUConnect with Paula!Website: https://www.pauladatkinson.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pauladatkinsonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/pauladatkinson/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pauladatkinson5YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WINWWYWhere else can you find me?Linktree: https://linktr.ee/beautifulbeastwithinstudiosContribution Page: https://beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com/bbws-contribution-pageHow to Join the Newsletter: https://beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com/join-newsletterBook a FREE Exploration Chat: https://beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com/exploration-chat-schedulingAffiliate LinksBreakthrough Coaching Certification: https://coachseansmith.ontraport.net/t?orid=27037&opid=43Opus Clip: https://www.opus.pro/?via=1118d2Mary Kay: https://www.marykay.com/kaitienoelleBeastly Merch: https://beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com/merchUnveil the Beautiful Beast Within YOU!

Body shame is pervasive, especially for women but increasingly for everyone, and it gets in the way of much more than how we feel in a swimsuit. It gets in the way of presence, pleasure, and our capacity for real connection. This is the first episode in a series I'm doing on body shame. If you've ever been so in your head about how you look that you couldn't stay present with a partner, or with yourself, this one is for you.I walk through where body shame actually comes from (spoiler: it's not truth, or you, that's the problem), the business model built on manufactured insecurity, the medical misinformation and racial history behind our cultural obsession with weight, and why shaming yourself has never once helped anyone change. I also share the exact steps I used to move from shame to neutral to genuinely loving my body.In this episode:Why body shame kills presence, pleasure, and desire, and why underconfidence itself isn't sexyWhere body shame really comes from: family, culture, diet culture, and a patriarchy that built this by design, not by accidentThe advertising strategy behind manufactured insecurity, including research on exactly when women feel worst about themselvesDebunking the medical myths: why BMI was never built to measure individual health, and why weight stigma itself, not weight, is the real risk factorThe racial history behind fat phobia and Eurocentric beauty standards, and how that bias still shows up in medicine todayWhy shaming yourself has never once helped you change, and what your inner rebel is actually trying to tell youMy own story of hiding my arms for years, and finally wearing tank tops without a second thought"Point positive," the whitewater kayaking principle I now use to retrain my brain out of shame spiralsThe exact steps for shifting from shame to neutral to genuinely believing you're lovable and attractive exactly as you areTopics and keywords: body shame, body image and sex, somatic sex coach, feminist sex coach, overthinking sex, get out of your head in bed, weight stigma, health at every size, mindset work for body image, somatic intimacy coachResources mentioned: Health at Every Size: The Surprising Truth About Your Weight, by Lindo Bacon, PhD  https://lindobacon.com/health-at-every-size-book/Send Laura Fan MailGet my free guide: Get Out of Your Head: A Starter Guide to Releasing the Pressure, Shame, and "Shoulds" Around Intimacy at https://laurajurgens.com/guideMore links: Substack at https://laurajurgens.substack.com/Wheel of Erotic emotions, go to: https://laurajurgens.com/wheelCopyright notice: All content in this podcast is copyrighted and copying, scraping, data mining, or using the content to train AI is prohibited. 

Thank you for joining us for our 2nd Cabral HouseCall of the weekend!   I'm looking forward to sharing with you some of our community's questions that have come in over the past few weeks…   Emily: Hi Dr Cabral, thank you for the work you do sharing reputable information with the masses. I'm 39 years old, 10kg over ideal BMI weight, and am a beginner runner. I am running at a slower pace (7-8 mins per km), but my heart rate gets up to a max HR of 180 after maybe 5 minutes then stays there until I walk. I have a Garmin smartwatch so know this is in the 'maximum' HR area. My question is: Is that ok? Is it only because we have monitors these days that we worry about generic metrics? I also know the smartwatch algorithms are based on men, so do I need to worry - or not run at all? I feel well when I run and after, but have a family history of heart disease so don't want to do any damage. Appreciate you! Emily from Australia      Jenny: Hi Dr Cabral - there seems to be a lot of promotion and recommendations lately for daily electrolytes. You mentioned recently who should/should not take them. What about brands? What should we look for and how often can they be taken? Of course the best option is the natural one you recommend - water with sea salt with lemon or lime. But what about brands to buy for when we're on the go? Thank you so much!       Gina: Hi Dr. Cabral, Thank you for everything you do and I'm so grateful to be a part of our IHP community! I had a question for you regarding pets and parasites. I know we can get parasites from our pets and our sheepadoodle sleeps in bed with us like a person. Is there a protocol that you recommend or use for pets to eliminate parasites? I know they sell various options at the pet store but would like to use a brand or method that you trust. I also wanted to ask if you use anything to remineralize your pets' water. Our dogs drink reverse osmosis but didn't know if I should add anything else to their water. Thank you, Gina     Gina: Hi Dr. Cabral, Me again with one last question for you. A few years ago, I had a significant autoimmune flare and had positive Lupus markers when my PCP ran bloodwork (ANA and dsDNA). I worked through the functional labs, protocols, made lifestyle changes, and the next time she ran bloodwork, I was symptom free and both markers were negative. I've been symptom-free since then and these markers have remained negative for two years. Recently, both markers came back positive, but the thing is that I feel great. Should I be worried about tissue damage if ANA is positive? I feel grateful that I know what to do this time around, but would appreciate any advice. We also found mold in our house, so working on mold detox and remediation. Thank you so much for everything you do, Gina      Lily: Hi Dr. Cabral, I was wondering, what is the best source for chick peas? Should we stay away from canned chicked peas? Also, is it ok to cook them? Thank you    Thank you for tuning into this weekend's Cabral HouseCalls and be sure to check back tomorrow for our Mindset & Motivation Monday show to get your week started off right!   - - - Show Notes and Resources: StephenCabral.com/3824 - - - Get a FREE Copy of Dr. Cabral's Book: The Rain Barrel Effect - - - Join the Community & Get Your Questions Answered: CabralSupportGroup.com - - - Dr. Cabral's Most Popular At-Home Lab Tests: > Complete Minerals & Metals Test (Test for mineral imbalances & heavy metal toxicity) - - - > Complete Candida, Metabolic & Vitamins Test (Test for 75 biomarkers including yeast & bacterial gut overgrowth, as well as vitamin levels) - - - > Complete Stress, Mood & Metabolism Test (Discover your complete thyroid, adrenal, hormone, vitamin D & insulin levels) - - - > Complete Food Sensitivity Test (Find out your hidden food sensitivities) - - - > Complete Omega-3 & Inflammation Test (Discover your levels of inflammation related to your omega-6 to omega-3 levels) - - - Get Your Question Answered On An Upcoming HouseCall: StephenCabral.com/askcabral - - - Would You Take 30 Seconds To Rate & Review The Cabral Concept? The best way to help me spread our mission of true natural health is to pass on the good word, and I read and appreciate every review!  

BMI songwriter and Country Soul artist, Karen Waldrup. She has more than 1.3 million social followers and over half a billion online video views. As a Top 5 finalist on Season 25 of NBC's The Voice, she captured national attention and has been featured in Rolling Stone, People, Netflix, Hallmark, Bravo, CMT, Fox, and more.  Her live credits range from NASCAR ESPN Live to the Super Bowl 48 NFL Experience. She spent a record 21 weeks at No. 1 on Taste of Country's Top Music Videos in 2025 with “Blue Cowboy Boots”—the longest run any artist has had atop that chart. She has won 12 Nashville Industry Music Awards and the 2019 Torch Award from the Keith Whitley Fingerprint on Country Music Awards. #countrymusic #music #sou;music #countrymusic #thevoice #NBC  Her next album, No Way Back, produced and mixed by Grammy winner Jeff Huskins and mixed in Dolby Atmos, is set for release in 2026.

In this message from 2 Thessalonians 2, we explore the Apostle Paul's warning to a young church shaken by end-times predictions. Paul urges believers to avoid fear, deception, and distraction regarding the "man of lawlessness." Instead of obsessing over the identity of the Antichrist, true peace comes from fixing our eyes on Jesus Christ and loving the truth.How do we stay grounded in a world full of spiritual confusion and sensational predictions? Watch this video to discover practical wisdom on how to protect your heart from delusion and live with confident hope today.Connect with Crossroads Community Church:Website: https://lifeatcrossroads.orgInstagram:   / crossroadscommunitychurch  Facebook:   / lifeatcrossroads  Give Online:https://lifeatcrossroads.org/giveonlineLicensing Information:CCLI License #2915685CCS WORSHIPcast License #9466Crossroads Community Church holds a CCS WORSHIPcast License, which grants permission to publicly play, perform, and stream musical compositions controlled by ASCAP, BMI, and SESAC in accordance with CCS License Terms and Conditions.

BMI songwriter and Country Soul artist, Karen Waldrup. She has more than 1.3 million social followers and over half a billion online video views. As a Top 5 finalist on Season 25 of NBC's The Voice, she captured national attention and has been featured in Rolling Stone, People, Netflix, Hallmark, Bravo, CMT, Fox, and more.  Her live credits range from NASCAR ESPN Live to the Super Bowl 48 NFL Experience. She spent a record 21 weeks at No. 1 on Taste of Country's Top Music Videos in 2025 with “Blue Cowboy Boots”—the longest run any artist has had atop that chart. She has won 12 Nashville Industry Music Awards and the 2019 Torch Award from the Keith Whitley Fingerprint on Country Music Awards. #countrymusic #music #sou;music #countrymusic #thevoice #NBC  Her next album, No Way Back, produced and mixed by Grammy winner Jeff Huskins and mixed in Dolby Atmos, is set for release in 2026.

CardioNerds (Drs. Apoorva Gangavelli, Jenna Skowronski, and Hannah Every) discuss the continuum of prevention and heart failure with Drs. Anu Lala and Martha Gulati. Grounded in a clinical case of a 55-year-old woman with uncontrolled hypertension, type 2 diabetes, and obesity who is on the trajectory toward heart failure, this episode unpacks a paradigm-shifting framework from a joint HFSA/ASPC Scientific Statement. The discussion explores how prevention should not be siloed from heart failure management but rather integrated across a patient’s lifespan—from primary prevention in at-risk individuals, to secondary prevention in those with established heart failure, to tertiary prevention in patients with advanced therapies such as LVADs and heart transplantation. The experts highlight the importance of aggressive risk factor management, biomarker-guided screening, the AHA’s Life’s Essential 8, and the need for multidisciplinary collaboration and systems-level change to shift heart failure care from reactive to proactive. Audio editing for this episode was performed by CardioNerds Intern, Dr. Julia Marques Fernandes. Enjoy this Circulation 2022 Paths to Discovery article to learn about the CardioNerds story, mission, and values. US Cardiology Review is now the official journal of CardioNerds! Submit your manuscript here. CardioNerds Prevention PageCardioNerds Episode PageCardioNerds AcademyCardionerds Healy Honor Roll CardioNerds Journal ClubSubscribe to The Heartbeat Newsletter!Check out CardioNerds SWAG!Become a CardioNerds Patron! Pearls Systemic inflammatory diseases are associated with an elevated CVD risk that has significant implications for early detection, risk Heart failure prevention is a continuum, not a checkpoint. Prevention applies at every stage—from at-risk (Stage A) through advanced/post-transplant care—and every clinical encounter is an opportunity to intervene. The AHA’s Life’s Essential 8 (diet, physical activity, nicotine exposure, sleep, BMI, blood lipids, blood glucose, blood pressure) forms the foundation at every stage. Hypertension carries the highest population-attributable risk for heart failure of any modifiable risk factor. In the Framingham Heart Study, 91% of patients with newly diagnosed HF had pre-existing hypertension. The SPRINT trial demonstrated a 38% reduction in HF incidence with intensive blood pressure targets (30 ng/L or NT-proBNP >125 ng/L) identify individuals at heightened risk for progression to symptomatic HF. The ACC/AHA/HFSA guidelines give a Class IIa recommendation for natriuretic peptide screening in at-risk patients. Urine albumin-to-creatinine ratio (UACR) is an underutilized screening tool that provides additional insight into CKM risk. The heart failure label does not close the prevention window—it accentuates it. Secondary prevention through GDMT optimization (quadruple therapy in HFrEF) and continued risk factor management remains critical. Tertiary prevention extends to post-LVAD and post-transplant patients, where hypertension, diabetes, obesity, and CKD management remain essential to long-term outcomes. Show notes For a comprehensive review, please review the full HFSA/ASPC Joint Scientific Statement: Lala A, Beavers C, Blumer V, et al. The Continuum of Prevention and Heart Failure in Cardiovascular Medicine. J Card Fail. 2026;32:75-105. doi:10.1016/j.cardfail.2025.06.013 1. What is the “continuum of prevention” framework, and how does it differ from traditional approaches to heart failure prevention? Historically, prevention and heart failure management have been treated as separate disciplines—primary prevention handled by preventive cardiologists and treatment managed by heart failure specialists. This joint HFSA/ASPC Scientific Statement reframes prevention as a dynamic, continuous process that spans a patient’s entire lifespan, regardless of HF stage or ejection fraction. The framework maps onto the ACC/AHA HF staging system: Primary prevention targets Stage A (“at risk”) and Stage B (“pre-HF”) patients to reduce the burden of incident HF. Secondary prevention targets Stage C (symptomatic) and Stage D (advanced) patients to reduce the impact of established HF through GDMT optimization and ongoing risk factor management. Tertiary prevention encompasses risk factor management in patients with LVADs or heart transplants—populations where hypertension, diabetes, and obesity still drive outcomes. The Central Figure of the statement illustrates that Life’s Essential 8 (blood pressure and lipid control, diabetes management, exercise, sleep, smoking cessation, weight management, and diet/nutrition counseling) forms the foundation at every stage, with pharmacologic and device-based therapies layered on top as disease progresses (Figure) 2. How do traditional risk factors drive heart failure, and what should clinicians prioritize? Hypertension carries the greatest population-attributable risk for HF. In the Framingham Heart Study (N=5,143), HTN was associated with a 2- to 3-fold increased risk of HF, with a population-attributable risk of 39% in men and 59% in women. The SPRINT trial showed a 38% reduction in HF incidence and 25% reduction in the primary composite outcome with intensive BP targets (30 ng/L or NT-proBNP >125 ng/L) are associated with heightened risk for progression to symptomatic HF. In the ARIC study, incorporating NT-proBNP reclassified 20% of older adults without HF into Stage B. Factors that affect interpretation include age, sex, obesity (lower values), and CKD (higher values). High-sensitivity cardiac troponin (hs-cTn): Concentrations above the 99th percentile are now included in the definition of Stage B HF. Troponin testing may complement natriuretic peptides, particularly when BNP/NT-proBNP values are ambiguous. Risk scores: The PCP-HF equation predicts 10-year HF risk using traditional risk factors plus QRS duration. The AHA PREVENT score incorporates HF risk calculation and includes markers of kidney function (albuminuria, eGFR), though it may underestimate risk in men and Black adults. The CKM syndrome staging framework (Stages 0–4) provides a holistic approach to assessing systemic cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic risk. 4. What are the key nontraditional risk factors and cross-cutting themes in heart failure prevention? Genetics: Pathogenic cardiomyopathy variants exist in ~1 in 200 individuals in the general population. The HFSA and ACMG recommend cascade testing to identify at-risk family members. Polygenic risk scores for dilated cardiomyopathy show a 3.8-fold risk for DCM in the top 10th percentile compared with the median. Sex-specific considerations: Women have 2.8 times the odds of developing HFpEF, while men have similarly increased odds of HFrEF. A complete obstetric/gynecologic history is essential—preeclampsia is associated with a 4-fold increased risk of HF. Peripartum cardiomyopathy requires intentional screening in high-risk populations. Cardiotoxic exposures: Clinicians should be aware of medications that cause direct myocardial toxicity (e.g., anthracyclines, trastuzumab, tyrosine kinase inhibitors). A team-based approach with pharmacists can help optimize medication selection and risk factor modification. Social determinants of health: Environmental exposures (air pollution, arsenic, lead, cadmium), food insecurity, financial instability, and limited healthcare access contribute to HF risk and progression. Equity-focused, risk-based prevention strategies are needed. Psychological health: Depression is common in HF and independently associated with worse outcomes. Screening with brief questionnaires (e.g., PHQ-2) is recommended. Meditation, spirituality, and holistic wellness approaches remain underutilized. 5. What systems-level and policy changes are needed to move the needle on heart failure prevention? Multidisciplinary HF prevention clinics that bring together preventive cardiologists, HF specialists, endocrinologists, nephrologists, dietitians, pharmacists, exercise physiologists, and genetic counselors are advocated by the statement. EHR-embedded risk stratification could proactively flag patients on a trajectory toward HF—analogous to sepsis alerts or fall risk flags—enabling earlier intervention, particularly for patients who may not reach a cardiologist. Cardiac rehabilitation remains underutilized, particularly in HFrEF (Class 2b recommendation) and HFpEF (not yet covered by Medicare). The HF-ACTION trial showed quality-of-life benefits, and the REHAB-HF trial showed particular benefit in older patients with HFpEF. Policy priorities include expanding insurance coverage for preventive screening and novel therapies (SGLT2i, GLP-1 RAs, nsMRAs), reducing clinical inertia through team-based care models with closer follow-up intervals, and ensuring equitable access to evidence-based therapies across diverse populations. Digital health and AI hold promise for personalized risk prediction, remote monitoring (e.g., wearable devices, implantable PA pressure monitors), and virtual cardiac rehabilitation to overcome access barriers. Figure  Lala A, Beavers C, Blumer V, et al. The continuum of prevention and heart failure in cardiovascular medicine: a joint scientific statement from the Heart Failure Society of America and the American Society for Preventive Cardiology. J Card Fail. 2026;32(1):75-105. doi:10.1016/j.cardfail.2025.06.013) References Key references are bolded. Lala A, Beavers C, Blumer V, et al. The continuum of prevention and heart failure in cardiovascular medicine: a joint scientific statement from the Heart Failure Society of America and the American Society for Preventive Cardiology. 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Country Music Hall of Famer, Nashville Songwriters Hall of Famer, 2-time Country Song of the Year GRAMMY winner, and 5-time BMI Country Songwriter of the Year Paul Overstreet gives us a peek behind the curtain of his legendary career. PART ONE: Scott does his best not to throw a certain individual under the bus with a very funny story involving Paul Overstreet. Plus, the guys pay tribute to the late Joe Melson, past Songcraft guest and primary Roy Orbison collaborator. PART TWO: Our in-depth conversation with Paul OverstreetABOUT PAUL OVERSTREET Paul Overstreet is one of the most successful songwriters in Nashville history and among the three inductees in the Country Music Hall of Fame's class of 2026. His catalog of classics includes “Same Ole Me,” recorded by George Jones, as well as the Randy Travis hits “Digging Up Bones,” “No Place Like Home,” “Deeper Than the Holler,” “On the Other Hand,” and “Forever and Ever, Amen.” The latter two were both named Song of the Year by NSAI, the CMA, and the ACM. Additionally, “Forever and Ever, Amen” earned a Grammy award for Best Country Song in 1988. Overstreet won another Best Country Song Grammy in 1992 for “Love Can Build a Bridge,” which was a major hit for The Judds.  Other highlights of the Paul Overstreet songbook include the number one hits “A Long Line of Love,” recorded by Michael Martin Murphy,” “When You Say Nothing at All,” which was a hit for both Keith Whitley and Alison Krauss, and “Some Beach” for Blake Shelton. In addition to his achievements with other performers, Overstreet became a successful recording artist in his own right. He reached the top of the charts in 1987 with “I Won't Take Less Than Your Love,” which he recorded with Tanya Tucker and Paul Davis, and had hits with the group S-K-O, a trio he formed with Thom Schuyler and Fred Knobloch. From 1988 through 1991 Paul scored eight consecutive top 10 singles as a solo artist, including “Seein' My Father in Me” and “Daddy's Come Around.”  Paul was named BMI's Country Songwriter of the year five years in a row from 1987 through 1991, a feat that hasn't been duplicated since. He was inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2003.    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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EM intensivist Olivia Serigano tells us about their recent publication in Anaesthesia Critical Care & Pain Medicine evaluating the use of two rules (BMI/3 or PEEP 10 in everyone) for setting PEEP in obese patients on the ventilator. Learn more at the Intensive Care Academy! Takeaway pearls

Dr. Gary McGowan drops in to share a masterclass on cardiovascular disease and its major risk factors, including:The relationship between cholesterol and cardiovascular diseaseWhy LDL cholesterol is importantWhat causes LDL cholesterol to riseThe dietary factors that can increase LDL cholesterolNavigating misleading claims about LDL from the carnivore diet communityWhy elimination diets can appear to improve someone's healthThe relationship between obesity and cardiovascular diseaseWhy not all fat storage in the body is associated with the same level of disease riskVisceral fat, BMI, and the personal fat thresholdWhy cardiovascular risk accumulates over timeThe role of genetics in cholesterol and blood pressureWhat causes high blood pressureThe role of dietary sodium in hypertensionThe most important lifestyle behaviours for lowering cardiovascular disease riskHow to screen for atherosclerotic plaque buildup in your arteriesCoronary artery calcium scans and CCTA imagingWhether caffeine and energy drinks increase the risk of heart problemsAnd much moreFollow Gary on Instagram:@drgarymcgowanCHAPTERS01:31 Cholesterol and Heart Risk04:50 Why LDL Rises06:23 Diet Drivers of LDL09:31 Coffee and Cholesterol10:32 Exercise and Lipids12:19 Carnivore LDL Debate18:32 Elimination Diet Reality21:48 Obesity and Heart Disease26:26 Visceral Fat and BMI31:15 BMI Reality Check32:24 Personal Fat Threshold32:46 Obesity Over Time33:58 Cumulative Risk Model34:58 Blood Pressure Drivers36:04 Salt and the Modern Diet38:21 Lifestyle Risk Pillars38:53 Heart Plaque Screening41:32 Calcium Scans Explained44:33 CCTA for Soft Plaque48:17 Caffeine and Heart Risk53:14 Energy Drink Extremes55:21 Where to Find Gary57:34 Final Wrap-UpSUPPORT THE SHOWIf this episode helped you better understand cholesterol, blood pressure, or cardiovascular disease risk, you can support the show by:Subscribing and checking out more episodesSharing it on social media — tag me and I'll respondSending it to someone who is confused about cholesterol, blood pressure, or heart healthFOLLOW ANDREW COATESInstagram: @andrewcoatesfitnesshttps://www.andrewcoatesfitness.comPARTNERS AND RESOURCESRP STRENGTH APPUse code COATESRP:https://www.rpstrength.com/coatesJUST BITE ME MEALSUse code ANDREWCOATESFITNESS for 10% off:https://justbitememeals.comMACROSFIRST – FREE PREMIUM TRIALDownload MacrosFirst and during setup you'll be asked:“How did you hear about us?”Type in the code: ANDREWKNKG BAGS – 15% OFFhttps://www.knkg.com/Andrew59676VERSA GRIPPShttps://www.versagripps.com/andrewcoatesTRAINHEROIC – FREE 90-DAY TRIALComplete these two steps:Go to:https://www.trainheroic.com/liftfreeReply to the email you receive — or email trials@trainheroic.com — and let them know Andrew sent you.L1 BIOMECHANICS AND ASSESSMENT COURSEUse code COATES:https://pro.activelifeprofessional.com/assessmentworkshopevents

Why is your fat talking to you?In the latest solo episode, Dr. Emily Cooper, Andrea Taylor, and Mark Wright explore groundbreaking research into metabolic health. Learn why the scale doesn't always reflect metabolic risk, and discover the science behind fat's active role in the body. KEY TAKEAWAYSMetabolic dysfunction cannot be judged by scale weight alone.Visceral fat is a stronger predictor of heart failure than BMI.Hormonal environments profoundly affect fat storage and health risks.NOTABLE QUOTE"Your fat is talking to you." — Andrea TaylorLINKS & RESOURCESObesity Reviews PaperImmunological Reviews Journal ArticleEuropean Congress on Obesity Study Links & ResourcesPodcast Home: fatsciencepodcast.comCooper Center for Metabolism: coopermetabolic.comResources from Dr. Cooper: coopermetabolic.com/resourcesJoin Our Community: patreon.com/cw/FatSciencePodcastSubmit Your Question: questions@fatsciencepodcast.com or dr.c@fatsciencepodcast.comFat Science is supported by the Diabesity Institute, a nonprofit dedicated to increasing access to effective, science-based metabolic care.This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult with a qualified healthcare provider for personalized recommendations.