Health information delivered in a fun, entertaining and sometimes controversial way but always covering both sides of the conversation. These 30-60 minute shows cover all of the angles you never knew mattered when it comes to health and wellness. Along with our guests we discuss emotional eating, sugar cravings, cancer, diabetes, alternative medical modalities, food as medicine, regular medicine & disease and psychology. The host, Matty Lansdown is a scientist, nutritionist and an emotional ...
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Are you ready to kick sugar cravings, create a lasting and healthy relationship with sugar, and ditch the guilt and shame for good? Join Holistic Nutrition Coach Danielle Daem (“Coach Dani”) on a journey and deep dive into the root causes and science of sugar addiction and dependency. Together we’ll dive into the inner work and spiritual healing that lies at the root of your unhealthy habits with food so that you can step fully into your power, feel energized every day, and get back in the d ...
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The Hidden Health Costs of Holding It In: Why Silence Is Slowly Killing You | CWM EP 467
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12:40Are you slowly poisoning your body and mind by biting your tongue when people drive you nuts? Matty explores the physical and mental health consequences of suppressing your truth, from chronic inflammation to constipation. This episode reveals why "keeping the peace" might be destroying your life and examines the generational impact of teaching chi…
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The Fertility Crisis: How Environmental Toxins Are Making 1 in 5 Couples Infertile with Dr Peter Kozlowski | EP 466
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47:36Why are 1 in 5 couples now struggling with infertility when it was less than 1% just 35 years ago? Dr. Peter Kozlowski, functional medicine doctor and author of "Unfunc your Gut" explains the environmental factors behind this epidemic and shares his personal IVF journey. From estrogen dominance misdiagnoses to toxic baby formula ingredients, this c…
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The $17,000 Diet Failure: Why Most People Never Lose Weight Permanently | CWM EP 465
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13:54Are you consuming endless free health content but still struggling to see real results? In this candid podcast update, Matty reveals the uncomfortable truth about why most people fail to transform their health despite having access to unlimited free information. He shares his controversial take on the psychology of investment and explains the shock…
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The Cancer Crisis: From 1 in 300 to 1 in 2 | Dr Nasha Winters Reveals What’s Really Going on? EP 464
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1:12:43What if cancer isn't your enemy, but a messenger trying to tell you something? Dr. Nasha Winters, integrative oncology specialist and cancer survivor, shares groundbreaking insights about the exponential rise in cancer rates across developed countries. She challenges conventional treatment approaches by exploring how mitochondrial health, environme…
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The final episode. Goodbye for now and why I’m choosing to pause this podcast [Ep. 191]
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18:14A heartbreaking final episode for you. After much back and forth, I’ve decided it’s time to take a pause from this podcast for many reasons. Tune in today to hear what’s been going on for me and why I’m choosing to take this break. Thank you for all of your love and support over the years. Please keep diving into these episodes and sharing them aro…
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Top 3 Worst Sauces To Put on Your Food (+ natural alternatives) | CWM EP 463
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13:51Are you unknowingly poisoning your healthy meals with three common pantry staples that masquerade as harmless flavor enhancers? This episode discusses everyday cooking ingredients that could be undermining your health goals while you think you're eating well. Plus, discover a family-owned spice company with a heartwarming backstory that's revolutio…
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Healing Your Thyroid: The Emotional Component Nobody Talks About with Bronte May | EP 462
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50:59Are your emotions affecting your physical health? In this episode, Matty welcomes back Naturopath and Thyroid Specialist Bronte May to discuss the profound connection between emotional wellbeing and physical health. Their conversation explores how unprocessed emotions and mindset can significantly impact chronic conditions, particularly thyroid dis…
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Why Emotional Eating is a good thing with Matty Lansdown [Ep. 190]
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1:20:06Is emotional eating always a bad thing? Can it be good and necessary at times? As coaches who help women heal from emotional eating, we’ve both been considering a curiosity around our old ways of thinking about emotional eating since having children… Having babies and watching how they relate to food has been eye opening. Perhaps emotional eating i…
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Breaking The Self-Sacrifice Cycle: Why Your Health Must Come First | CWM EP 461
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14:26Are you putting everyone else first at your own expense? Discover why prioritizing yourself isn't selfish but essential for your health and wellbeing. In this episode, explore the psychology behind self-neglect and learn practical strategies to break this destructive pattern. In this episode: Why self-sacrifice can lead to physical illness and ment…
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The Sugar Bomb in Your Brain: Breaking Free from Addiction with Bitten Jonsson | EP 460
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59:21Are you secretly battling sugar addiction without knowing it? Join us as world-leading sugar addiction expert Bitten Jonsson shares her 40-year journey pioneering the recognition of sugar and carb addiction. Discover why traditional weight loss approaches fail and how the medical establishment continues to overlook what might be the most significan…
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Yo-Yo Diets & Food Noise: Why We Chase Our Younger Selves with Lisa Ferguson | EP 459
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1:09:43Are you constantly trying to recreate your younger self instead of embracing your current season of life? In this episode, Matty and Lisa Ferguson dive deep into the concept of seasons in our lives and why we struggle with transitions. Their candid conversation explores the challenges of accepting where we are versus chasing who we used to be. Epis…
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Top 10 things to eliminate to improve your health today [Ep. 189]
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37:34You’re here because you want to be healthier… You want to feel better in your body… Maybe you want to lose a few lbs… And you’re done letting sugar control your life. So, maybe you’re looking for the best tips and the best things to DO to get back to feeling great. Am I right? Well, the truth is that often the best things you can do for your health…
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The Privilege of Inaction: Breaking Free from All Your Excuses | CWM EP 458
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15:11Are your problems actually big enough to make you change? This episode challenges listeners to examine their relationship with health problems and personal accountability. If you're ready to move beyond excuses and tap into your privilege as a resource for transformation, this episode is your starting point. Episode Highlights: The surprising truth…
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How Modern Medicine Deceives the Public: Profits, Research and Corruption with Dr. Andy Lazris | EP 457
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51:25Is our healthcare system making us sicker instead of healthier? Dr. Andy Lazris challenges the foundations of modern medicine in this conversation about profit-driven healthcare. Discover how pharmaceutical companies, medical education, and government policies may be creating more chronic disease rather than solving our health problems. Episode Hig…
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The Hardest Parts of Being Human: What Social Media Won't Show You | CWM EP 456
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14:50Is standing up for yourself the hardest part of being human? In this episode, Matty challenges social media's portrayal of personal development and reveals what's truly difficult about human relationships. Discover the uncomfortable truths about ego, vulnerability, and genuine connection that social media influencers rarely show on camera. Episode …
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5 Universal Health Habits That Work for Everyone (No Exceptions) | EP 455
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33:59Are you missing out on 5 health practices that could transform your wellbeing? Matty shares his controversial claim that these 5 strategies work for everyone, regardless of individual differences. He dives deep into evidence-based practices that challenge conventional wisdom about personalized health approaches. In this episode, we cover: Could thi…
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The truth about electrolytes and the minerals you actually need for optimal health with Caroline Alan [Ep. 188]
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55:49Everything you think you know about electrolytes and minerals is WRONG. You don’t just need electrolytes or certain minerals to be healthy. There’s MUCH more to the conversation. And that’s what today’s episode is all about… Caroline Alan is a health survivor and mineral enthusiast. Coming from a career in the corporate world, like many, Caroline f…
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Self-Growth When Nobody's Watching: The Real Test of Personal Development | CWM EP 454
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11:54Are you pursuing personal development for yourself or for others? In this episode, Matty explores when personal development truly matters and why your motivation behind it is crucial. He dives deep into the importance of making better choices when nobody is watching and how to determine if you're changing for yourself or for external validation. Ke…
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PSA: Our First Ever Retreat! Tickets, Dates and All the Details | EP 453
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11:54Matty announces the first-ever Healthy Friends Wellness Retreat happening in October 2025 near Melbourne, Australia. This four-day, three-night retreat offers a unique opportunity to connect with like-minded people while focusing on real weight loss through mindset transformation. Key Highlights on this episode: Announcing our first ever retreat! W…
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Repeated Weight Gain: Why Childhood Trauma leads to Adult Self Sabotage | CWM EP 452
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20:42Have you ever worked through trauma yet still find yourself battling the same life challenges repeatedly? Trauma healing often has a missing piece that many people, particularly in the second half of life, overlook entirely. This episode reveals why intellectually understanding your trauma isn't enough and what crucial emotional release work needs …
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Reversing the 'Irreversible': The Truth About Crohn's, Colitis, and IBD with Josh Dech | EP 451
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54:20Are your gut issues actually autoimmune, genetic, or just "bad luck" as doctors claim? In this episode, Josh Dech challenges conventional medical wisdom about gut diseases and reveals why Crohn's, Colitis, and IBD might be completely reversible. Discover the three root causes behind all human illness and why your diagnosis might not be as permanent…
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The 5 biggest lessons and challenges of motherhood so far [Ep. 187]
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41:16Motherhood is HARD. And for some reason we’re not allowed to talk about it. Society tells us to focus on the magic of our little ones and to never complain about how tough it can be. Just another example of how society encourages us to always be positive, grateful and focus on the good…while ignoring and shoving away the real life difficulties that…
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7 Hidden Health Scandals You've Never Heard (but need to) | EP 450
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20:10Are you ready to have your worldview completely shattered by shocking health revelations? In this milestone 450th episode, Matty dives into seven of the most mind-blowing episodes that challenge conventional health and nutrition dogma. These groundbreaking conversations expose hidden truths about nutrition science, brain health, and pharmaceutical …
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Eating for Two: How Choline, Iodine, and Folate Shape Your Baby's Brain Development with Lily Nichols | EP 449
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1:02:08Are you getting the right nutritional advice during pregnancy for you and your growing baby? This episode features pregnancy nutrition expert Lily Nichols, who challenges conventional prenatal nutrition guidelines and reveals why they're decades behind current research. Discover the critical nutrients most pregnant women are missing and how to opti…
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PSA! The Newborn Bubble: Life After a 7-Day Labor | EP 448
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11:53Have you been wondering what happened with that pregnancy journey we've been sharing? After months of anticipation, this special episode finally reveals the arrival of Gabriel Raja Lansdown through an incredible home birth experience. Matty shares intimate details about becoming a first-time parent and the profound, unexpected love that comes with …
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Feed Your Mind: Revolutionary Approaches to Mental Health with Dr. Drew Ramsey | EP 447
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53:40Could food be the missing link in your mental health treatment plan? In this episode, Matty speaks with Dr. Drew Ramsey, a pioneering psychiatrist who's revolutionizing mental health treatment through nutrition. Their conversation explores the fascinating intersection of food, brain health, and modern psychiatry, offering practical insights for bet…
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How we’re raising a healthy child in a toxic world [Ep. 186]
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36:39Our world is broken. Humans are sicker than ever (physically, mentally and spiritually). In this time I feel a deep call to do my part in raising a healthy and loving son. But how do we do this in a world that seems so toxic? Some of what I’m going to share in this episode is controversial. You may disagree or feel the urge to argue with me. And th…
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Why Controversial Health Topics Are Destroying This Podcast | EP 446
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15:55Did you know some podcasters pay to remove negative reviews? In this episode, we pull back the curtain on the podcasting industry and share some surprising behind-the-scenes insights. Your host opens up about the challenges of maintaining an authentic, free podcast while facing targeted negative reviews. Episode Highlights: Discover the hidden deal…
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The Science of Self-Hatred with Harvard Psychiatrist Dr Blaise Aguirre | EP 445
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48:51What if the path to truly liking yourself requires unlearning everything you think you know? In this profound conversation with Dr. Blaise Aguirre from McLean Hospital, we dive deep into the complex relationship between self-hatred, modern parenting, and mental health. Dr. Aguirre shares groundbreaking insights from his 25 years of psychiatry exper…
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Food as Medicine: Why Natural Healing Often Fails | CWM EP 444
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9:08Why do so many people fail when using food as medicine? In this episode, Matty challenges common misconceptions about nutritional therapy and reveals why this powerful healing approach often gets dismissed as "hippie nonsense." He shares a revolutionary framework that could transform how we think about food's therapeutic potential and explains why …
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The Food Label Reading App: Food Companies Can’t Hide Now with Dietician Julie Ruelle | EP 443
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38:14Did you know that over 70% of products in American grocery stores are ultra-processed? In this episode, we dive deep into the hidden world of food manufacturing with Julie Ruelle, a registered dietitian with over 20 years of experience. She reveals insights about food dyes, international food standards, and introduces an innovative app that's helpi…
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Kambo medicine for cleansing and healing with Sakura Rose [Ep. 185]
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55:14What if you didn’t have to spend years and thousands of dollars healing your chronic disease, sugar addiction and other health struggles? This sounds too good to be true, but there is in fact a powerful medicine that has existed for centuries that can help the body come back into a healing state in the matter of a few sessions. That’s right, we’re …
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Why Knowledge Isn't Enough with The Real Weight Loss Coach | CWM EP 442
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15:19Are you tired of yo-yo dieting and still not seeing lasting results? In this episode, Matty reveals why traditional weight loss approaches often fail and introduces a revolutionary perspective on achieving sustainable transformation. He challenges conventional wisdom about nutrition education and explores the hidden factors that truly drive our rel…
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Why Medicating Depression Is The Wrong Solution with Dr. Mizyl Damayo | EP 441
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51:45What if everything you know about mental health treatment is based on an outdated medical model? In this episode, Board Certified Psychiatrist Dr. Mizyl Damayo challenges conventional psychiatric approaches and reveals why many mental health medications have staggeringly high treatment resistance rates. She shares groundbreaking insights into how b…
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The Wealth-Health Paradox: Why Rich People Get More Diagnoses | CWM EP 440
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8:24Did you know that having more money could actually lead to more health diagnoses? In this episode, we explore the surprising relationship between wealth and illness diagnoses in modern society. We talk about the hidden dynamics between financial status and health outcomes, challenging common assumptions about wealth and wellbeing. Key points from t…
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Men's Mental Health: Is Masculinity in Crisis? with Tony Mantz | EP 439
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57:26Are you struggling with finding your authentic self in a world that seems designed to keep you unhealthy and unfulfilled? In this episode, we dive deep into a conversation with Tony Mantz, a successful music industry veteran turned mentor, who shares his journey from addiction and obesity to becoming a beacon of hope for others. Tony reveals profou…
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Are antidepressants the real solution to depression with Richard Chambers [Ep. 184]
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57:40Have you or a loved one ever struggled with Depression? If you’re like most humans then probably YES. Which means you may also be familiar with the basic treatment and go to for many doctors of prescribing antidepressants as the solution. So if this was in fact the solution, why are rates of depression on the rise and getting worse year after year?…
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Thyroid Health 101: Essential Nutrients for Better Metabolism | CWM EP 438
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12:14Could your thyroid be secretly sabotaging your health and weight loss efforts? In this episode, we explore the critical role of thyroid function and how it affects everything from metabolism to mood. Learn about five essential nutrients that could transform your thyroid health, plus discover why common everyday products might be undermining your we…
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Menopause, Metabolism & Macros with Hormone Expert Samantha Gladish | EP 437
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53:19Are you confused about the real truth behind menopause, hormones, and metabolism? In this episode, Hormone Nutritionist Samantha Gladish demystifies the complex relationship between menopause and metabolism. We chat about controversial topics like carbohydrate consumption, weight gain during menopause, and the often-overlooked cultural aspects of a…
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Is your relationship with food more complex than you think? In this episode, we talk about the controversial topic of food addiction and whether it's a legitimate condition. Matty challenges conventional wisdom about food addiction while exploring the intersection of brain chemistry, corporate influence, and human behavior. Key Highlights: Brain sc…
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EXPOSED: The Alzheimer's Research Scandal & Scientific Fraud with Charles Piller | EP 435
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51:24What if everything we thought we knew about Alzheimer's disease research was built on fraudulent data? In this episode, investigative journalist Charles Piller reveals disturbing findings about the integrity of decades of Alzheimer's research. His investigation uncovers a web of scientific misconduct that has influenced billions in research funding…
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Transitioning off antidepressants with microdosing with Gabrielle Bachand [Ep. 183]
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54:44Nearly 1 in 10 Americans suffer from depression and 1 in 5 young adults. And the go-to treatment for these mental struggles is prescribing antidepressants and mood stabilizers - which is seeing a dispensing rate increase of 66% between 2016 and 2022. These numbers have been on the rise for the last few decades with no signs of slowing. WHY are we s…
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Have you abandoned your health goals, letting them slip away like sand through your fingers? In this episode, we dive deep into why people give up on their health journey and explore practical strategies to reset and achieve sustainable progress. Learn how to break free from self-sabotage patterns and create realistic goals that stick, with actiona…
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Home Birth, Healing & Modern Parenting Fears: a Raw Pregnancy Update with Matty & Yali | EP 433
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1:19:42What does it take to prepare for a home birth while wrestling with fears about raising children in today's digital age? In this raw and intimate episode, soon-to-be parents Matty and Yali share their pregnancy journey, from battling severe morning sickness to choosing an unconventional birth plan. They dive deep into modern parenting challenges, di…
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Are you trapped in a cycle of self-sabotaging behaviors that you can't seem to break free from? In this episode, we dive deep into understanding why our mind and nervous system often keep us stuck in familiar but unhelpful patterns. Learn how making small, intentional changes can lead to lasting transformation in breaking free from self-sabotaging …
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Why MORE Cows Is the Answer To The Climate Crisis with Peter Byck | EP 431
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1:09:19Did you know that cattle might actually be the key to solving climate change? In this episode, we chat with Peter Byck, Director of "Roots So Deep (You Can See the Devil Down There)" and leader of a groundbreaking $10 million research project comparing adaptive multi-paddock (AMP) grazing with conventional grazing methods. Peter shares fascinating …
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Is my anxiety linked to my sugar addiction? [Ep. 182]
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39:30Have you ever struggled with anxiety? Chances are that you have. According to the W.H.O, anxiety disorders are the world’s most common mental disorders, affecting 301 million people in 2019 - mostly women. And have you ever noticed that your anxiety has been tied to your cravings for sugar? If so, this episode is for you as we explore the link betw…
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Brain-Boosting School Lunches for Distracted Kids | CWM EP 430
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20:16Are your kids struggling to focus at school because of what's in their lunchbox? In this episode, we dive deep into how ultra-processed foods and sugar-heavy school lunches are impacting children's learning ability and behavior. Learn practical strategies to transform your child's lunch from processed foods to brain-boosting nutrition, helping them…
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Ozempic Warning: The Hidden Dangers of the Miracle Weight Loss Drug | EP 429
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47:31Is the "miracle" weight loss drug Ozempic hiding dangerous secrets that could cost you your health and wealth? In this episode, we dive deep into the dark side of Ozempic, exploring its concerning side effects and the drug industry's history of failed weight loss drugs. Learn why this seemingly magical solution might lead to muscle loss, gut health…
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How To NOT Fail Your New Diet: The Psychology of Food Rules | CWM EP 428
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9:55Are you tired of breaking your own food rules, saying no to cake on Tuesday but caving in at a birthday party on Saturday? This episode dives deep into why having "yes" and "no" times for specific foods might be sabotaging your relationship with food. Learn how reframing your mindset from restrictive food rules to a more balanced approach of "mood …
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