Best In A Nutshell Media Podcasts (2025)

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Toxins, Parasites and Infections: Why Your Hormones Are Out of Whack with Dr. Jaban Moore 59:57

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What are the most common chronic infections that women may be struggling with, and what can be done about them? In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Jaban Moore. We dig into how parasites, mold, and heavy metals silently disrupt your hormones, energy, and brain health—and what real detoxing actually looks like. You’ll learn why annual testing isn’t e…

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Cast Away - In A Nutshell 49:32

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This week on Movies In A Nutshell, Marc, Darren & Paul are stranded with Tom Hanks in Cast Away (2000) — the survival drama directed by Robert Zemeckis that proves sometimes the hardest person to reconnect with… is yourself. Hanks delivers one of cinema’s most powerful performances as a man forced to rebuild not just his life, but his understanding…

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Recharge and Reset: Recovery, Hormones, and Advanced Fat-Loss Hacks 26:23

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Are you unknowingly sabotaging your metabolism by skipping recovery or getting poor sleep? In this episode, I take you beyond diet and exercise to reveal the real fat-loss accelerators—sleep, recovery, hormones, and mindset. I share the science behind why stress and poor sleep stall your metabolism, how to align your hormones through smart movement…

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How to Rewire Your Brain for Lasting Health with John Assaraf 55:21

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How can neuroscience and self-talk help you break old habits and form empowering ones? In this episode, I sit down with my longtime friend and mindset expert John Assaraf to explore the neuroscience of transformation—how self-talk, visualization, and consistency literally rewire your brain. John shares how he healed from ulcerative colitis, built m…

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The Secret Life Of Walter Mitty(2013) - In A Nutshell 46:17

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This week on Movies In A Nutshell we take on The Secret Life Of Walter Mitty (2013), chosen by listeners Joel Robertson and Scott Wigglesworth! The visually stunning adventure-comedy starring Ben Stiller as a man whose vivid imagination propels him on an unexpected real-world journey. Haven’t seen it? – We’ll help you decide to press play or skip w…

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Move to Boost: Exercise Strategies to Ignite Your Metabolism 18:41

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How can you exercise smarter after 40 to burn fat, build muscle, and keep your metabolism strong? In this episode, I break down how to exercise smarter—not harder—so you can ignite your metabolism after 40. I share the three pillars of metabolic fitness: moving more throughout your day, lifting weights to build muscle, and adding short bursts of hi…

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How Exercise Can Transform Mental Health and Depression with Dr. Nicholas Fabiano 53:13

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What if the most powerful antidepressant isn’t in a pill, but in your sneakers? In this episode, I speak with Dr. Nicholas Fabiano about the science behind why movement can be as effective as antidepressants. We also explore the social and psychological benefits of staying active and how even small steps can spark powerful change. You’ll also hear …

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The Running Man(1987) - In A Nutshell 53:43

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Haven’t seen it? – We’ll help you decide to press play or skip with a quick spoiler-free movie breakdown. Seen it? – We’ll make you want to watch it again by uncovering things you may have missed, even after multiple viewings. Plus movie trivia you never noticed! 🎬 The Running Man (1987) – In A Nutshell PART 1 – The Nutshell – If you haven't seen i…

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Food as Fuel: Eating to Reignite Your Metabolism 24:01

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If you’ve been unintentionally slowing down your metabolism by eating the wrong foods, what can you do about it? In this episode, I’ll show you how to use food as fuel to reignite your metabolism—especially during midlife. You’ll learn why protein is your metabolism’s best friend, how carbs and fats can either work for or against you, and how gut h…

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The Truth About Perimenopause and Metabolic Health with Dr. Mariza Snyder 49:20

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In this episode, I sit down with my friend and powerhouse advocate for women’s health, Dr. Mariza Snyder, to talk about her latest book, The Perimenopause Revolution, and more. Dr. Mariza and I dive into the chaos, confusion, and opportunity that midlife brings—and why perimenopause is so much more than “just aging.” Together, we explore how to reb…

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Hudson Hawk - In A Nutshell 43:49

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This week on Movies In A Nutshell we take on Hudson Hawk (1991) — the offbeat action-comedy starring Bruce Willis as a master cat burglar drawn into a wild, globe-trotting adventure. Expect inventive heists, eccentric villains, and a tone unlike anything else from the early ‘90s. 🎧 Listen Now: https://2ly.link/24tPI 🎬 Hudson Hawk (1991) PART 1 – Th…

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Muscle-First Metabolism: The Key to Midlife Weight Loss for Women 40+ 17:55

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Join me, JJ Virgin, in this 5-part series where each episode tackles the real reasons weight loss stalls in midlife, from muscle loss and food choices to exercise, hormones, stress, and recovery. This series is about reclaiming your metabolism, building muscle, balancing hormones, healing your gut, and breaking free from weight-loss frustration. Re…

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The Untold Longevity Secrets of GLP-1s and Thyroid Health with McCall McPherson 52:32

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Awakenings - In A Nutshell 43:48

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This week on Movies In A Nutshell we take on Awakenings (1990), the acclaimed drama starring Robin Williams and Robert De Niro. Haven’t seen it? – We’ll help you decide to press play or skip with a quick spoiler-free movie breakdown. Seen it? – We’ll make you want to watch it again by uncovering things you may have missed, even after multiple viewi…

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What Your Plate Should Look Like for Fat Loss 34:25

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Lose Your Mind to Reclaim Your Health with Josh Pais 46:27

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How can you transform stress and anxiety into creative energy? In this episode, JJ Virgin talks with actor, teacher, and author Josh Pais to explore the surprising connections between emotions, health, and creativity. Josh shares how his struggles with anxiety led him to discover a new way of understanding feelings as vibrations rather than problem…

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The Long Walk - In A Nutshell(Cinema Trip) 45:24

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Haven’t seen it? – We’ll help you decide to press play or skip with a quick spoiler-free movie breakdown. Seen it? – We’ll make you want to watch it again by uncovering things you may have missed, even if you’ve seen the movie many times! Plus movie trivia you didn't know! This week on Movies In A Nutshell we take on The Long Walk, chosen as part o…

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Animal vs. Plant Protein 20:03

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It’s not tofu versus steak. It’s both. There’s a battle raging in the health world over plant vs. animal protein—but the truth is, this isn’t an either/or game. It’s about combining the best of both to fuel muscle, metabolism, and longevity. In this episode, JJ Virgin breaks down the science of protein for women over 40 and shows how to use both pl…

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Ancestral Health for Women: Hunter-Gatherer Lessons with Eric Edmeades 1:12:34

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"I struggled to complete the fifth pushup, and I was horrified because it used to be 50 on my knuckles per set. What happened to me?" - Eric Edmeades I've been fascinated by ancestral nutrition since my early days studying with Dr. Loren Cordain, but nothing prepared me for what I learned from Eric Edmeades, who has spent 15 years living with the H…

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The Bourne Identity - In A Nutshell(Listener Choice) 35:41

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Haven’t seen it? – We’ll help you decide to press play or skip with a quick spoiler-free movie breakdown. Seen it? – We’ll make you want to watch it again by uncovering things you may have missed, even after multiple viewings. Plus movie trivia you never noticed! This week on Movies In A Nutshell we take on The Bourne Identity, chosen by listener A…

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The Ultimate Creatine Guide for Women Over 40 28:38

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Download my Ultimate Creatine Guide for Women before listening so you can read along and get the most out of the episode. You know that feeling when you discover something that completely changes your perspective on health? That's exactly what happened to me with creatine. For years, I avoided this supplement because of outdated misconceptions, but…

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Why Most Women Over 40 Struggle with Weight Loss (And the Simple Fix) with Dr. Ted Naiman 1:06:20

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"All animals on earth and humans will eat until they get enough protein. You're basically gonna eat and eat and eat until you get enough protein. And only then are you gonna stop eating." - Dr. Ted Naiman I've been studying nutrition for decades, but when I discovered Dr. Ted Naiman's work on protein leverage, everything clicked into place. He is a…

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Crazy Stupid Love - In A Nutshell 53:58

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Haven’t seen it? – We’ll help you decide to press play or skip with a quick spoiler-free movie breakdown. Seen it? – We’ll make you want to watch it again by uncovering things you may have missed, even after multiple viewings. Plus movie trivia you never noticed! This week on Movies In A Nutshell we take on Crazy, Stupid, Love, the sharp and heartf…

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The Truth About Breakfast and Fat Loss for Women Over 40 20:25

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The intermittent fasting craze has left so many of us confused about whether we should eat breakfast or skip it entirely. I've watched women swing from one extreme to the other - from grabbing a muffin and latte on the run to forcing themselves to wait until noon to eat their first meal. But here's what I've learned after years of working with wome…

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The Truth About Breast Implant Illness & Safe Recovery with Dr. Robert Whitfield 50:50

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"The women have been very intuitive. They know when something's not right. And I give credit to the patients for not listening to folks telling them that there's nothing wrong." - Dr. Robert Whitfield If you've ever felt like your body was trying to tell you something but medical professionals dismissed your concerns, what would it mean to finally …

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Empire Records - In A Nutshell 45:30

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Haven’t seen it? – We’ll help you decide to press play or skip with a quick spoiler-free movie breakdown. Seen it? – We’ll make you want to watch it again by uncovering things you may have missed, even after multiple viewings. Plus movie trivia you never noticed! This week on Movies In A Nutshell we take on Empire Records, the 90s cult classic set …

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Build Muscle While Burning Fat: My Science-Based Approach for Women Over 40 30:54

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After 30+ years of helping women transform their bodies, I'm sharing the exact fat loss strategy that actually works—and it's not what you've been told. If you're tired of the "eat less, exercise more" approach that left you exhausted and metabolically damaged (like it did for 95% of people who try it), this episode is your game-changer. I'm breaki…

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The Biology of Trauma with Dr. Aimie Apigian 49:32

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"Trauma becomes a burden that the body carries…and it's up to you to decide, do I still want to carry this or do I want to put it down?" - Dr. Aimie Apigian You know how some women say they sailed through menopause like it was no big deal, while others struggle intensely with symptoms that seem to come out of nowhere? I used to think it was just ho…

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Blackberry - In A Nutshell 42:52

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Haven’t seen it? – We’ll help you decide to press play or skip. Seen it? – We’ll make you want to watch it again. We’re here to help you spend less time browsing and more time watching! In this episode of Movies In A Nutshell: ✅ The Nutshell: A clear, spoiler-free summary to help you decide if this is your kind of film. ✅ What Did You Miss?: The ri…

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Why I'm Breaking Up with My Bathroom Scale (And You Should Too) 22:33

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After decades in the health industry, I'm on a mission to get rid of traditional scales. Here's why: We've been focusing on the wrong metric for far too long, and it's doing real metabolic damage, especially to women over 40. In this episode, I'm diving into everything I've learned about body composition through my doctoral studies and 30+ years of…

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Hidden Food Additives Sabotaging Women Over 40 with Courtney Swan 1:12:06

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"We have allowed about 10,000 additives into our food supply. In the EU, they allow around 300 to 400 additives depending on what country you're looking at. 300 to 400 versus 10,000 is a large leap." - Courtney Swan The shocking truth about what's really in our food will make you rethink everything sitting in your pantry right now. After spending t…

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Predator - In A Nutshell(Listener Choice) 42:48

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Haven’t seen it? – We’ll help you decide to press play or skip with quick a spoiler-free breakdown. Seen it? – We’ll make you want to watch it again by revealing things you may have missed! We’re here to help you spend less time browsing and more time watching! In this episode of Movies In A Nutshell: ✅ The Nutshell: A clear, spoiler-free summary t…

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I Tested 10 Viral Health Trends So You Don't Have To (The Results Will Surprise You) 22:57

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Join me in the JJ Virgin Lifestyle Community Facebook group! I get it - your social media feeds are absolutely flooded with the latest "miracle" solutions, and honestly, it can feel overwhelming trying to figure out what's actually worth your time, money, and energy. As women over 40, we don't have the luxury of experimenting with every trend that …

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Hormone Therapy for Breast Cancer Survivors with Dr. Mindy Goldman 1:03:34

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"No one should suffer. I think a lot of cancer survivors get told, be thankful you're alive. We've got all these wonderful treatments. We will keep you alive and just deal with the side effects of treatments, and that just isn't true." - Dr. Mindy Goldman When I sat across from Dr. Mindy Goldman at dinner the night before Tamsen Fadal's World's Hot…

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Minority Report - In A Nutshell 43:44

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Minority Report – In A Nutshell Haven’t seen it? – We’ll help you decide to press play or skip. Seen it? – We’ll make you want to watch it again. We’re here to help you spend less time browsing and more time watching! In this episode of Movies In A Nutshell: ✅ The Nutshell: A clear, spoiler-free summary to help you decide if this is your kind of fi…

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What I Actually Eat in a Day: My Daily Nutrition Routine for Women Over 40 22:58

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After decades of working with thousands of women and perfecting my own health journey, I'm sharing with you exactly what fuels my body every single day. This isn't some Instagram-perfect fantasy—this is my real-world daily nutrition routine for women over 40 that travels with me 70% of the time and has helped me maintain muscle mass, energy, and me…

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Revolutionary Skin Science: How to Reverse Cellular Aging with Dr. Alessandra Zonari 1:01:10

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A Man For All Seasons - In A Nutshell 40:38

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📽️ A Man for All Seasons – In A Nutshell 🎬 Haven’t seen it? – We’ll help you decide to press play or skip. Seen it? – We’ll make you want to watch it again. We’re here to help you spend less time browsing and more time watching! In this episode of Movies In A Nutshell: ✅ The Nutshell: A clear, spoiler-free summary to help you decide if this is your…

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Strong Arms After 40: Science-Backed Muscle Building 33:41

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In this behind-the-scenes episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on exactly how I've maintained strong, defined arms well into my 50s, and more importantly, why this matters so much more than just appearance. After decades in the fitness industry, I've learned that most women are approaching arm training completely wrong – focusing on light weights …

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The Gut Brain Paradox: How Your Microbiome Controls Your Mind with Dr. Steven Gundry 1:03:04

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"I can seal your leaky gut. It'll take a while, but I can seal it. But if you keep swallowing razor blades, you're gonna tear it right open." - Dr. Steven Gundry What if I told you that your brain isn't actually in charge of your thoughts and cravings? My longtime neighbor and friend, Dr. Steven Gundry, just blew my mind again with revelations that…

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Jaws - In A Nutshell 56:26

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📽️ Jaws – In A Nutshell 🎬 Haven’t seen it? – We’ll help you decide to press play or skip. Seen it? – We’ll make you want to watch it again. We’re help you spend less time browsing and more time watching! In this episode of Movies In A Nutshell: ✅ The Nutshell: A clear, spoiler-free summary to help you decide if this is your kind of film. ✅ What Did…

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10 Hidden Reasons Your Body Holds Onto Fat 32:29

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After four decades in this industry, I've discovered something that will validate every frustration you've felt about your stubborn metabolism. You're eating clean, hitting your macros, crushing your workouts, watching every calorie—and the scale won't budge. The truth? Your body isn't broken, and you're not failing. You've simply been following th…

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Midlife Health Resilience and Returning to Your Authentic Self with Sage Robbins 1:00:46

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"I think true resilience is appreciating what life is offering and finding the gift in it. Finding the gift in the confusion or the gift in the pain, the gift in this circumstance." - Sage Robbins When I first encountered Sage Robbins at the World's Hottest Menopause Party, I was completely awestruck by her presence - not just how she showed up, bu…

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SUPERMAN(2025) - In A Nutshell(Cinema Trip) 46:32

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We invited our local listeners to join us at our amazing local cinema The Alhambra Penrith to watch the new Superman movie and 15 of you showed up! View Picture - https://www.instagram.com/p/DMF864OIaiE/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MW5tYmhpM2JwYXN1OQ== 📽️ Superman (2025) – In A Nutshell 🎬 Haven’t seen it? – We’ll help you decide to press play …

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5 Bone Health Secrets Your DEXA Scan Won't Reveal 24:56

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I'm about to share something that completely changed how I think about bone health – and it might shock you, too. For years, I've been getting DEXA scans and feeling confident about my bone health because my scores looked great. Then I discovered a revolutionary new test called REMS (radiofrequency echographic multi-spectrometry), and guess what? D…

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Boundary Setting for Women: Break Free from Codependency with Terri Cole 55:10

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"How you feel, what you want, and what you think have to be important to you. But it has to be more important than what anyone else wants, thinks, or feels." - Terri Cole Have you ever wondered why you feel exhausted despite being incredibly capable and getting everything done? Licensed psychotherapist Terri Cole joins me to expose the hidden epide…

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Margin Call - In A Nutshell(Listener Choice) 43:23

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📽️ Margin Call – In A Nutshell 🎬 Haven’t seen it? – We’ll help you decide to press play or skip. Seen it? – We’ll make you want to watch it again. We’re here to help you spend less time browsing and more time watching! In this Listener Choice episode of Movies In A Nutshell: ✅ The Nutshell: A clear, spoiler-free summary to help you decide if this i…

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The Evening Routine Women Over 40 Need For Maximum Recovery 24:34

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Sleep isn't a luxury - it's your secret weapon for everything from hormone balance to muscle recovery, especially when you're navigating life after 40. The perfect evening routine women over 40 need looks different than what worked in your twenties, and I'm breaking down exactly why your nighttime rituals matter more than you think. From debunking …

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Bonus Episode #1 - Legend League 42:18

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🎉 BONUS EPISODE – The Legend League Is Here! 🎉 Marc, Darren and Paul have built the Movies In A Nutshell Legend League — a master leaderboard ranking every movie they’ve covered on the show so far. In this special bonus episode, they revisit their entire back catalogue and each rate the films out of 10. The combined scores form the official Legend …

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The Hidden Health Crisis Affecting 50% of Women Over 40 with Kim Vopni 1:02:44

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"I argue pelvic floor physical therapists can literally change marriages." - Kim Vopni When I sat down with Kim Vopni, known as "The Vagina Coach," she dropped a bombshell that completely blew my mind about bladder infections that should be standard care—but isn't. As someone who's spent decades in the health and fitness world, I thought I knew eve…