Best Allyssa Podcasts (2025)

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Toxins, Mold, & Gut Health: The Missing Pieces in Your Wellness Plan with Allyssa LaScala 1:17:27

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In this episode of the 1st Optimal Podcast, we dive deep into the missing pieces of wellness with Allyssa LaScala, the Biohacking Bombshell. Allyssa shares her personal journey of overcoming Lyme disease, mold toxicity, and breast-implant illness, while uncovering how toxins and gut health play a crucial role in hormone optimization. Learn practica…

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EP341: My Journey As A Nurse Writer with Allyssa Dolphin, RN MSN (A Plan Produce Profit Success Story) 45:39

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Send us a text In this inspiring episode of The Savvy Scribe Podcast, Janine welcomes Alyssa, a fellow nurse and member of the Savvy Nurse Writer community. Alyssa shares how she transitioned from bedside nursing and teaching to becoming a successful freelance writer—all while raising a toddler and growing her family. Her story is full of honest re…

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Myth-Busting Women's Health: Real Strategies with Lasting Change with Pam Campbell 1:18:10

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In this episode of the 1st Optimal Podcast, we sit down with Pam Campbell, a health coach and functional medicine expert, to discuss her personal journey from struggling with hormone imbalances to transforming her health and helping others do the same. Pam dives into myths surrounding women's health, shares underutilized strategies for optimal well…

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Carols- Week 3 - December 14th, 2025 38:13

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By Joe Graves

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EP340: Reset, Reflect, and Rise: A Gratitude Business Plan for Freelancers 15:54

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Send us a text As the year wraps up, it’s the perfect time to reflect on how far you’ve come—and start thinking about what’s next. In this solo episode, Janine shares how practicing gratitude can support a stronger, more aligned business plan as you move into a new season. You’ll hear her personal reflections, lessons learned, and a mindset reset s…

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Unlocking Longevity: Reclaim Your Energy & Balance Hormones with Alejandra Ruff 1:13:43

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In this episode of the 1st Optimal Podcast, Alejandra Ruff, longevity coach and founder of Living Well Co., shares her journey to help women live longer, healthier lives. Learn how sustainable lifestyle changes, hormone balance, and daily habits can transform your health and energy. Tune in for: Tips on balancing hormones and overcoming weight-loss…

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Carols- Week 2 - December 7th, 2025 29:44

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By Joe Graves

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EP339: Sales, Crafting Proposals, and Negotiation Strategies with Glenn Poulos 45:49

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Send us a text Welcome to another episode of The Savvy Scribe Podcast! Today, I am joined by Glenn Poulos, a top voice on LinkedIn and a seasoned sales expert with over 40 years of experience. Glenn shares insights from his career and his book Never Sit in the Lobby, offering practical and actionable tips to help freelance writers and business owne…

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Unlocking Hormonal Balance: The Power of Nutrition for Lasting Wellness with Jillian Greaves 1:03:42

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In this video, Jillian Greaves, a functional nutrition expert specializing in women's health, shares valuable insights on how the right nutrition can unlock hormonal balance and lasting wellness. Learn practical tips on supporting your hormones and improving overall health through personalized nutrition. Check out Jillian's website for more resourc…

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Carols- Week 1 - November 30th, 2025 29:03

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By Joe Graves

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EP338: A Nonjudgmental End-of-Year Reflection on Your Business 14:24

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Send us a text As 2025 comes to a close, it’s time to pause, reflect, and reset. In this solo episode of The Savvy Scribe, Janine walks you through an intentional end-of-year reflection—one that goes beyond business and dives into your personal and financial wins, your challenges, and how to turn failures into feedback. Whether you’ve had a success…

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Boost Your Hormone Health: Myths & Secrets Revealed with Dr. Christine Maren 1:15:17

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In this episode, Dr. Christine Maren, a leading expert in functional medicine and hormone optimization, shares her personal health journey and busts common myths about hormone health. Discover actionable tips on balancing hormones, improving energy, and achieving lasting wellness. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell icon for more expe…

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Reclaiming Our Faith - Week 5 - November 23rd, 2025 35:26

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By Joe Graves

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EP337: The Future Of Marketing Isn’t Technology. It’s Psychology with Gee Ranasinha 50:42

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Send us a text In this episode, we sit down with marketing strategist Gee Ranasinha to explore what the future of marketing really looks like — and why many businesses are getting it wrong. Despite the rise of AI and automation tools, marketing’s core hasn’t changed: it’s still about understanding human behavior. Gee breaks down the power of behavi…

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Debunking Fitness Myths with Katelyn Bliss: What Works for Lasting Wellness! 58:34

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In this episode, we break down common fitness and wellness myths and highlight the strategies that actually work. You’ll learn practical tips, sustainable habits, and evidence-based approaches that support long-term health and performance. If you want clearer guidance on what truly moves the needle, this conversation is for you. Follow Katelyn: Ins…

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Reclaiming Our Faith - Week 4 - November 16th, 2025 23:50

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By Joe Graves

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EP336: Non-Traditional Small Business Marketing Strategies and Tactics with Mark Newsome 1:03:15

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Send us a text In this value-packed episode, marketing expert Mark Newsome shares his journey from real estate note investing to becoming “Mr. Marketing,” helping small business owners and service providers grow through direct response and relationship-driven strategies. Discover practical small business marketing strategies and learn how to grow y…

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The Hormone Reset Every Woman Needs After 30 with Taylor Murphy 1:09:43

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In this episode, Taylor Murphy shares her expert insights on how traditional diets fail midlife women and why a hormone-centered approach is the key to lasting health. Taylor walks us through her personal journey, debunks common hormone myths, and reveals powerful strategies for resetting your metabolism, losing belly fat, and building lean muscle …

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Reclaiming Our Faith - Week 3 - November 9th, 2025 22:00

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By Sam Sisley

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EP335: The Proposal Template That Got Me Hired 9:38

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Send us a text If you’ve ever sent a proposal and never heard back, you’re not alone. In this episode, we break down a real (but anonymized) proposal template to help you understand what might be going wrong and how to fix it. You’ll learn how to use your discovery calls effectively, avoid vague language, and present a clear, compelling next step t…

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How to Build a Strong, Lean Body for Moms & Women 35+ with Dala McDevitt 1:16:16

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In this episode, Dala McDevitt, co-founder of DLDNation, shares expert insights on how women 35+ and busy moms can build a strong, lean body through sustainable strength training and hormone-friendly practices. Dala discusses her approach to metabolism, mindset, and training that works for women in every season of life, from pregnancy and postpartu…

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Reclaiming Our Faith - Week 2 - November 2nd, 2025 32:21

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By Joe Graves

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EP334: Get More Inquiries Through Your Website with Conversion-Focused and SEO-Friendly Copy That Sounds Like You with Chrysanthi Stamou 35:43

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Send us a text In this episode, we are joined by copywriter and messaging strategist Chrysanthi Stamou, who specializes in helping service-based businesses create conversion-focused and SEO-friendly websites. Chrysanthi breaks down what every small business owner needs to know to turn their website into a powerful, client-generating tool. From home…

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Perimenopause Fat Loss: The Truth Behind Sustainable Results with Lindsey Mathews 1:15:13

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In this episode of the 1st Optimal Podcast, Lindsey Mathews shares her hormone-friendly fat loss approach for perimenopausal women. Learn how she overcame a 50-pound weight gain and built a sustainable, metabolism-friendly plan. Lindsey busts common fat loss myths and reveals the key strategies that work during hormonal shifts. 🔗 Explore more at Mo…

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Reclaiming Our Faith - Week 1 - October 19th, 2025 23:00

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By Christy Campos

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EP333: Why Your Proposals Aren’t Landing Clients (Yet) 13:44

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Send us a text If you’ve ever felt confused or discouraged after sending what you thought was a strong proposal—only to be met with silence—this episode is for you. I am sharing hard-earned insight into why even skilled writers often struggle with landing clients during the proposal stage. In this episode, you’ll learn the most common mistakes free…

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Carbs, Cortisol, and Confidence: The Truth About Women’s Hormones with Angela Foster 1:07:40

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In this episode of the 1st Optimal Podcast, Angela Foster, award-winning nutritionist and creator of BioSyncing, shares her journey from corporate burnout to high-performance health. Learn how women in midlife can boost energy, balance hormones, and reclaim their vitality using science-backed routines and actionable tips. 🌐 Website: angelafosterper…

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Spiritual Journey - Week 5 - October 19th, 2025 29:01

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By Joe Graves

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EP332: Why High-Value Clients Are the Game Changer for Nurse Writers 8:58

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Send us a text In this episode, I dive into a game-changing topic for freelance nurse writers: how to attract and retain high-value clients. If you’ve ever said yes to low-paying gigs that left you drained, disrespected, or questioning your worth, this episode offers the clarity and confidence you need to move forward. In this episode, I share the …

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McCall McPherson PA-C: Myths, Modern Weight Loss & Functional Medicine Secrets to Hormone Health 1:08:51

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Join McCall McPherson PA-C, expert in functional medicine and hormone health, as she busts common myths and shares her top strategies for optimizing health, balancing hormones, and achieving modern weight loss. In this episode, McCall dives into the power of personalized wellness plans, functional medicine testing, and mindset shifts for lasting tr…

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Spiritual Journey - Week 4 - October 12th, 2025 27:32

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By Joe Graves

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EP331: How to Monetize Your Book Beyond Book Sales with Timothy Flemming, Jr. 43:05

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Send us a text In this episode, Timothy Fleming Jr., author coach and entrepreneur, reveals what it really takes to write a meaningful book and generate long-term book sales. From clarifying your message and audience to marketing strategies and mindset shifts, this is a practical guide for any aspiring author ready to make an impact—and income. Key…

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Mastering Healthy Eating Habits for Lasting Health: Lisa Franz’s Functional Medicine Approach 1:21:39

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In this episode of the 1st Optimal Podcast, we sit down with Lisa Franz, M.Sc. in Exercise Science & Nutrition, and a health coach dedicated to helping women achieve sustainable health results while balancing their busy lives. Lisa shares her personal health transformation journey, debunks myths in functional medicine, and offers practical strategi…

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Unlock Midlife Metabolism: Reverse ME Method for Women 40+ with Tatch 1:00:03

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In this episode, Tatch, the creator of the Reverse ME Method, shares her transformative journey and practical strategies for optimizing metabolism in women 40+. From hormone balancing to strength training, Tatch breaks down her framework to help women lose fat, build strength, and feel confident. Learn science-backed tips, including the best ways t…

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Spiritual Journey - Week 3 - October 5, 2025 24:22

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By Joe Graves

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EP330: How to Find Writing Clients Without Cold Pitching All Day 10:42

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Send us a text In this episode, I share why relying on cold pitching alone is not a sustainable way to build your freelance writing business. While cold outreach can still land clients, it often leads to burnout, frustration, and minimal returns. Instead, I offer alternative strategies that attract clients to you through trust, visibility, and valu…

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The Truth About Women’s Hormones (Doctors Won’t Tell You) with Kristen Blake, MS 1:24:03

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In this episode of the 1st Optimal Podcast, we’re joined by Kristen Blake, a leading functional medicine practitioner and health coach. Kristen shares her personal health journey and expert advice on hormone balance, gut health, and sustainable wellness strategies for women. She busts common myths in women’s health, introduces underutilized strateg…

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Spiritual Journey - Week 2 - September 28th, 2025 31:10

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By Joe Graves

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EP329: The CEO Shift: How to Use Marketing Metrics to Drive Freelance Growth with Rachel Allen 37:03

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Send us a text In this episode, we dive deep into the transition from freelancer to business owner and how understanding marketing metrics can make that shift more empowering and less overwhelming. Our guest, Rachel, shares her journey from hesitant freelancer to confident strategist, highlighting how data can be reframed to support—not scare—freel…

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The Root-Cause Approach to Women’s Hormones & Gut Health with Dr. Beth Westie 1:17:13

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In this powerful episode, Dr. Beth Westie, a leading expert in female hormone health and functional medicine, shares her personal journey and professional expertise on balancing hormones, improving digestion, and reclaiming energy. Dr. Westie dives deep into the root-cause testing that can transform your health, as well as practical tips to fix hor…

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Spiritual Journey - Week 1 - September 21st, 2025

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By Joe Graves

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EP328: Why High-Value Clients Are the Game Changer for Nurse Writers 8:58

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Send us a text In this episode of the Savvy Scribe Podcast, I’m sharing how landing high-value clients can completely change your freelance writing business. If you’ve ever felt stuck saying yes to low-paying, high-demand projects, it’s time to rethink your approach. I walk through what makes a client truly “high-value,” how to identify red flags, …

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Healing Beyond the Surface: Resilience, Gut Health & Hormones with Ana Capozzoli 1:15:26

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In this episode of the 1st Optimal Podcast, Ana Capozzoli shares her powerful journey from adversity to healing and how she helps women uncover the hidden root causes of fatigue, weight struggles, and digestive issues. We dive into hormone health, gut testing, mindset, and the science-backed steps that create lasting transformation. Discover how ad…

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4 Rhythms of Life - Week 4 - September 14th, 2025 31:49

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By Joe Graves

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EP327: Uncovering Your Unique Value: How to Identify and Market Your Superpower with Carrie KC West 45:13

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Send us a text What if the story you’ve been telling yourself is what’s holding you back? In this episode of The Savvy Scribe Podcast, I had the absolute pleasure of talking with Carrie KC West, bestselling author, speaker, and narrative coach. We talked about everything from overcoming imposter syndrome to owning your unique value, and how the sto…

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MCAS, POTS, & Histamine: Functional Medicine Myths vs. Reality with Michelle Shapiro, RD 1:20:11

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In this episode of the 1st Optimal Podcast, Michelle Shapiro, RD, dives into the complexities of MCAS, POTS, and histamine responses. She breaks down how functional medicine addresses these conditions and dispels common myths about supplements and biohacking. Tune in for expert insights on balancing immune responses and optimizing health. 00:00:00 …

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4 Rhythms of Life - Week 3 - September 7th, 2025 27:05

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By Joe Graves

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EP326: Money Moves: How CEOs Think About Income and Profit 7:58

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Send us a text In this episode of The Savvy Scribe Podcast, we’re tackling a topic that’s too often overlooked in the freelance world: money. If you’re a Nurse Writer navigating inconsistent payments, unclear financial goals, and burnout from treating your business like a side hustle, this episode will help you make the shift toward thinking about …

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Why Gut Health is Key for Peak Performance | Austin Stout's Insightful Strategies 1:15:33

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In this episode of the 1st Optimal Podcast, Austin Stout, a coach with a deep focus on health optimization, shares his expert insights into gut health, fatigue management, and the unique challenges faced by high-level athletes. We dive into how gut issues can sabotage performance, how to balance stress, and practical tips for improving digestion. W…

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4 Rhythms of Life - Week 2 - August 31st, 2025 32:04

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By Joe Graves