Best Cal Burrell Podcasts (2025)

Want to enjoy Christmas without the food hangover? Leanne and Susie share simple, realistic strategies to enjoy the festive season without overeating or falling into the “all or nothing” trap. In this episode: The mindset that leads to festive bingeing Portion and pacing tricks that actually work How to enjoy your favourites without feeling stuffed…

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Jchomelander podcast 3:45

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23d ago3:45

3:45

No free speech and the weather ☁️ 🌡️.

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Party-Season Drinking: How Much Is Too Much? Plus Canapé Traps, A Woolies Chicken Win & Swimming as Exercise 32:06

25d ago32:06

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This week we’re tackling the big one for party season: alcohol. Leanne and Susie break down how much is too much, why “just one glass” is rarely one glass, and the simple rules that prevent Christmas weight gain. Inside the episode: The truth about alcohol, hormones and cancer risk Why you might be drinking more than you think Party-season rules to…

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Jchomelander podcast 4:52

1M ago4:52

4:52

Pete challenges Trump.

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Aussie-Owned Supermarket Brands, MSG Myths & Overnight Salt Bloat 33:37

1M ago33:37

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Are the foods in your trolley really Australian owned, and should you be worried about MSG or that 2-kilo overnight weight jump after a salty meal? In this episode of The Nutrition Couch, dietitians Leanne Ward and Susie Burrell unpack how to support Aussie-owned brands, the real story on MSG, and why salt can make the scales jump without you gaini…

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Jchomelander podcast 3:16

1M ago3:16

3:16

The war on drugs continues 💊💊💊💉💉.

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Why Fasting Fails (Most) Women + Kiwi Constipation Fixes & Berberine Myths 35:57

1M ago35:57

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This week on The Nutrition Couch, Leanne and Susie unpack three huge topics women are constantly asking about: fasting, constipation, and whether “natural Ozempic” supplements like berberine are worth the hype. First up, they dive into intermittent fasting and why it often backfires for women, especially if you’re training hard, in your perimenopau…

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Stop Waiting for January: The Goal-Setting Episode You Actually Need. 41:54

1M ago41:54

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Most people wait for January to “start fresh” — but the research shows 80% of New Year’s resolutions fail by February. So in this bonus episode, Leanne and Susie flip the script and show you why starting small now is the real secret to lasting results. You’ll learn how to use December to build momentum, not lose it, and how a few simple habits can …

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Jchomelander podcast 6:37

1M ago6:37

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Highly frustrated😠🥴😠

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Low-Cal “Free Foods” That Actually Help Fat-Loss + How Much Protein Is Too Much? 34:16

2M ago34:16

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Trying to eat more without gaining weight? Wondering how much protein you actually need — or if you’ve gone overboard? And what about that burning reflux that ruins your sleep? In this week’s episode of The Nutrition Couch, dietitians Leanne Ward and Susie Burrell cut through the confusion with practical, no-BS advice that real women can use every …

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Jchomelander podcast 3:41

2M ago3:41

3:41

Big settlement and the weather ☁️ 🌡️ 🌈🌁🌩️🌤️🌥️

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BBQ Like a Dietitian: Leaner Grill Swaps, Smarter Hydration & a Pasta Red Flag 33:34

2M ago33:34

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Kick off summer without blowing your goals. In this episode, Leanne and Susie show you how to enjoy Aussie barbecues while keeping calories, carbs and salt in check — plus the truth about “everyday electrolytes” and a frank review of a trending high-protein pasta. We finish with easy, kid-approved breakfast ideas for fussy eaters. What you’ll learn…

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Jchomelander podcast 2:20

2M ago2:20

2:20

He's recking the White House!

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Do You Really Need to Ditch the Dinner-Time Carbs? Plus the Fibre That Could Protect Your Liver 35:01

2M ago35:01

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This week on The Nutrition Couch, dietitians Leanne Ward and Susie Burrell tackle two big food questions women are asking right now — and the science behind them. Do You Really Need to Ditch the Dinner-Time Carbs? Why so many of us eat rice, pasta and bread on autopilot — and how to know if your body really needs it. Smart swaps to lighten your din…

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Jchomelander podcast 4:32

2M ago4:32

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No Kings 👑 protest and the sixty percent .

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Stop Freaking Out Over Ingredients: The Smarter Way to Read Food Labels 42:33

2M ago42:33

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Are you avoiding foods just because you can’t pronounce an ingredient? You’re not alone — but this week, we unpack why obsessing over “seed oils” and additives can sometimes do more harm than good. In this episode, Leanne and Susie explain how to actually read a food label, which additives are worth caring about (and which aren’t), and the 10-year …

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Jchomelander podcast 12:03

2M ago12:03

12:03

Shutdown, white light, Threatening DHS , and The hostages are free!

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BBQ Chooks & Plastic: What’s Safe vs Hype + Easy Weekend Wins 31:26

2M ago31:26

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Are supermarket BBQ chickens a smart shortcut or something to avoid? Today, we separate facts from fear — plastic bags, heat lamps, skin vs breast, sodium, additives — and how to enjoy a “chook night” without the blow-outs. We also rant (productively!) about convenient nutrition “rules”, seed-oil panic, and the “natural = healthy” trap. Plus, a Woo…

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Jchomelander podcast season 6 premiere 8:38

3M ago8:38

8:38

Shutdown and the weather ☁️ 🌡️

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Change That Sticks: Self-Coaching, Diet & Chronic Pain Relief 38:54

3M ago38:54

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By Susie Burrell & Leanne Ward

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Are Aussie Berries Safe? Pesticide Concerns, Omega-3 Muscle Health & Lunchbox Reviews 32:58

3M ago32:58

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This week on The Nutrition Couch, Leanne and Susie tackle the question that’s on everyone’s lips: Are Aussie berries safe to eat right now? We break down the new pesticide concerns, what it means for your weekly shop, and how to wash and store berries so they last longer. We also dive into new omega-3 research on muscle health as we age, review a s…

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Sugar Under the Microscope: Hidden Dangers, Sweet Swaps & the New Allulose Revolution 38:16

3M ago38:16

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How much sugar are you really eating each day — and what is it doing to your body? In this episode of The Nutrition Couch, Susie and Leanne take a deep dive into the world of sugar and the fast-growing category of sugar alternatives. From coffee syrups and “healthy” bliss balls to slushies, sauces and acai bowls, we expose where hidden sugars are s…

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Can Sauna Sessions Really Help You Live Longer? (Plus Potassium & Bone Health) 33:15

3M ago33:15

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This week on The Nutrition Couch, Leanne and Susie unpack one of the hottest wellness trends right now: saunas. Could sitting in a sauna a few times a week genuinely lower inflammation, boost recovery, and even add years to your life? The science might surprise you. Inside the episode: The research linking regular sauna use to heart health, longevi…

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Jchomelander podcast 4:40

4M ago4:40

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Special 9/11 episode

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Eat With Your Body, Not Your Head: UPFs & GLP-1 Truths 29:49

4M ago29:49

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Struggling to “be good” at restaurants, scanning every barcode, or wondering why your GLP-1 isn’t moving the dial? In this practical, myth-busting episode, Leanne and Susie unpack three big topics that drive real-world results: 1) Head vs body hunger (how to order smarter when eating out) Ditch “shoulds” that trigger later overeating and learn a si…

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How Magnesium Protects Your Brain Health! Weekend Eating Fixes + Protein Water 33:50

4M ago33:50

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If you could lower your long-term dementia risk with everyday food choices, would you do it? This week we unpack new ANU-led research linking higher dietary magnesium with healthier brain ageing, then show you how to close the magnesium gap with real food and smart, practical routines. We also tackle a silent progress-killer for many women, unstruc…

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Food Trauma & Diet Myths: Healing Your Relationship with Food + The Truth About Diet Soft Drinks & Creatine 35:16

4M ago35:16

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How would you describe your relationship with food? For many women, it’s complicated — shaped by childhood diets, family comments, or decades of restriction that leave deep imprints on how we eat today. In this week’s Nutrition Couch, Susie and Leanne open up the conversation on food trauma: What it is, how it starts, and the hidden ways it can sab…

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Jchomelander podcast show season finale 13:10

4M ago13:10

13:10

Redistricting and recap of the season.

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Bad Food Habits That Sabotage Your Health (and How to Break Them) 36:27

4M ago36:27

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We all have them… those little food habits that creep into our week and quietly derail our goals. Maybe it’s finishing the kids’ lunchbox leftovers, grabbing a sausage sizzle at Bunnings, or rewarding yourself with late-night snacks after dinner. In this episode of The Nutrition Couch, dietitians Leanne Ward and Susie Burrell unpack the most common…

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Jchomelander podcast 4:33

5M ago4:33

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Federal takeover of DC and Urban League BBQ.

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B6 Toxicity Warnings, Sourdough Myths, Protein Milk & Tiger Nut Milk Debunked 30:27

5M ago30:27

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Do you know what’s really in your supplements… or your sourdough? In today’s episode of The Nutrition Couch, Susie and Leanne dive into four hot-button nutrition topics making waves right now — from vitamin overload to supermarket marketing tricks. Here’s what we cover: 🧠 Supplement overload & B6 toxicity Why more isn’t better when it comes to vita…

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JC homelander podcast show 4:06

5M ago4:06

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LT in the white house and the weather ☁️ 🌡️

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Why 81% of Kids’ Snacks Are Ultra-Processed, Plus the Creatine Gummy Scandal, Broccoli Wars & a High-Protein Feta Review 39:16

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What do our kids actually eat — and is it as healthy as we think? This week on The Nutrition Couch, we unpack brand new research showing that 81% of snacks marketed to children are ultra-processed, raising major concerns about how packaging, peer pressure, and manipulative marketing are shaping kids’ diets. Leanne and Susie share practical advice f…

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Jchomelander podcast 4:51

5M ago4:51

4:51

The Epstein's client list .

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Is Your 6am Workout Wrecking Your Winter? Plus: Alkaline Diet Hype, Potato Gems & Premade Meal Picks 32:57

5M ago32:57

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Are 6am HIIT classes in winter actually doing more harm than good? In today’s episode of The Nutrition Couch, dietitians Leanne Ward and Susie Burrell unpack the rising chatter around early morning workouts, metabolic health, and whether you’re better off staying in bed (especially if you’re freezing, exhausted, or juggling toddlers). Also this wee…

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Jchomelander podcast 2:23

5M ago2:23

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ICE makes major arrests.

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South Australia’s Junk Food Ad Ban: Helpful Reform or Misinformed Overreach? 31:15

5M ago31:15

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South Australia is rolling out a new policy banning junk food advertising on public transport — but the headlines are causing quite a bit of confusion. Are rice cakes, soy milk, and ham sandwiches really on the banned advertising list? In this episode of The Nutrition Couch, Leanne and Susie break down the facts behind the ad ban, explain why it’s …

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Jchomelander podcast 10:04

5M ago10:04

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Junk forensic science and the flooding 💦💧🌊.

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The Gut Supplements That Are a Waste of Your Money + No-Guilt Winter Comfort Meals & Kids’ Cereal Rules 36:55

5M ago36:55

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Struggling with winter cravings but don’t want to blow your health goals? Wondering if that expensive gut health supplement is even doing anything? In this week’s episode of The Nutrition Couch, dietitians Susie Burrell and Leanne Ward unpack the real nutrition strategies that actually work — no gimmicks, no fads. On today’s show: Why some gut heal…

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Jchomelander podcast 15:52

6M ago15:52

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Vimeo short video 📷 📸 Nikon Red grant and Alligator Alcatraz.

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Jchomelander podcast 4:43

6M ago4:43

4:43

Assault on Iran and the weather ☁️ 🌡️.

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Food Noise, Fatigue & Midlife Weight Gain: The Truth About GLP-1s, Meal Timing & Menopause Supplements 33:22

6M ago33:22

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If you’ve ever felt like food is constantly on your mind — even after eating — you’re not imagining it. This week, we unpack the growing phenomenon of food noise and why it’s more than just willpower. Inside this jam-packed episode of The Nutrition Couch, Leanne and Susie dive into: What food noise really is — and why it’s affecting more women than…

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Jchomelander podcast 3:39

6M ago3:39

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Congress brought a tear to my eye 👁️ 👀 😢.

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How Cake Can Help You Lose Weight. The Hidden Dangers of Non-Stick Pans & Budget-Friendly Oil Swaps 37:29

6M ago37:29

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You’ve been told to cut cake, ban wine, and throw out the chips… But what if your favourite soul food is the secret to actually sticking to your weight loss goals? In this episode of The Nutrition Couch, Leanne and Susie unpack: 🎂 Why eating cake (yes, really) may improve weight loss outcomes New research shows that planned indulgences help reduce …

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Jchomelsnder podcast 2:43

6M ago2:43

2:43

What's happening in L.A.

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Arsenic in Rice: What Parents Need to Know + Early Puberty & Breakfast Myths Debunked 28:36

6M ago28:36

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Rice is a pantry staple — but should you be worried about what’s really hiding inside it? In today’s episode of The Nutrition Couch, Leanne and Susie unpack some eye-opening new data on arsenic levels in Australian rice and rice-based snacks. From lunchbox favourites to your sushi roll, we break down the facts, risks, and simple swaps to help you m…

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Jchomelander podcast 2:02

7M ago2:02

2:02

The big beautiful bill.