Best Dr Lara S Podcasts (2025)

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Love Letters From Rev. Sex Ep. 7: A Love Letter to Those Who Can't Pray Anymore 32:07

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This episode is a heartfelt exploration of prayer, aimed at those who feel alienated by traditional religious practices or believe that God doesn't want to hear from them. With an emphasis on God's omnipresence and the concept of 'Imago Dei,' Reverend Sex shares their personal belief that every individual carries a spark of the divine within them. …

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‘Women Are Not Small Men’: Dr. Stacy Sims on the Myths Sabotaging Women’s Health (What to Do Next) 43:06

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Girls are skipping meals, hiding full lunchboxes, and burning out before they’ve even had the chance to build strong bones. That’s where this conversation had to start. Dr. Stacy Sims has been calling out the massive gap in research on women’s health for years. Her phrase “Women Are Not Small Men” isn’t a tagline. It’s a wake-up call backed by scie…

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REPLAY: Cardiovascular health in pregnancy and postpartum

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Jane Hutchens, naturopath and reproductive health and human genetics expert, along with fx Medicine ambassador, Emma Sutherland, raise awareness on the importance of understanding cardiovascular health implications during pregnancy and post-partum. This impacts 1 to 4 percent of women in Australia and is under recognized and underreported. In this …

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TSV 007: Spiritual Justice + the Ministry of Protecting Migrants from ICE 46:17

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By Soulforce - Rev. Alba Onofrio

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Friday from the Archives 002: In the Beginning: A Queer Theological Perspective on Gender in Genesis 1 38:01

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In this episode of Soulforce’s ‘Friday from the Archives,' host Nadia Arellano introduces a powerful sermon by Reverend Alba Onofrio, also known as Reverend Sex, delivered during the Episcopal Church's Gender Justice Jam in 2025. The sermon explores the concept of being made in the image of God beyond the gender binary, drawing from Soul Force's re…

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Love Letters From Rev. Sex Ep. 6: Audre Lorde and The Gospel of the Erotic 25:49

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In this episode of Love Letters, Reverend Sex introduces themself and discusses their background, the series' focus on queer and Latina identity, decolonial theology, faith, and gender justice. Rev. Sex explores the concept of the Gospel of the Erotic, inspired by Audre Lorde, as a deep life force and source of power for change. Reverend Sex shares…

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How Birth Control Shuts Down Your Developing Teen's Brain! | Dr. Sarah Hill 32:24

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Teenagers are being handed the pill to fix things that aren’t broken. That’s the real issue here. Irregular periods, mood swings, acne. These are often part of the natural learning curve as the brain and ovaries figure out how to communicate. But what happens when we shut that whole system down before it’s even developed? Dr. Sarah Hill is an evolu…

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Cardiometabolic Rx: Part 2: Interventions and innovations

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In part two of our Perspectives podcast, fx Medicine by BioCeuticals ambassadors Lisa Costa-Bir, Dr Michelle Woolhouse, Mick Alexander and Dr Adrian Lopresti, join host Emma Sutherland to explore practical, evidence-aligned treatment strategies for patients with cardiometabolic dysfunction. The discussion covers GLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) …

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TSV 006: Sacred Questioning: Liberation in Deconstruction w/ Karla Perez 1:04:16

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Host Reverend Sex (Rev. Alba Onofrio) welcomes Karla Perez, a licensed mental health therapist with a rich background in social justice and community wellness, to discuss queer and feminist theology. Karla shares her journey of embracing her identity as both a queer, non-binary person and an ally turned advocate. The conversation covers the foundin…

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Love Letters From Rev. Sex Ep. 5: The Pain of Conversion “Therapy” and Moving From Original Sin to Original Blessing 30:26

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In this heartfelt episode, Reverend Sex delves into the pervasive and damaging effects of conversion therapy, addressing those who have experienced it firsthand. They explore the societal and religious pressures to conform to heteronormative standards and discuss the flawed theology of original sin that perpetuates these harmful practices. Offering…

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Stop The Breakout Spiral: The Real Root Causes Of Acne No One Talks About | Katie Stewart 31:54

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Acne can feel relentless, especially when nothing seems to work and you’ve already tried every product, cleanse, and prescription under the sun. Katie Stewart knows that struggle firsthand. Before founding Katie Stewart Wellness, she spent years in television hiding painful cystic acne behind makeup and studio lights while quietly battling the emot…

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Androgens in women: From excess to sensitivity with Emma Sutherland and Lara Briden

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In this insightful conversation, naturopathic doctor and bestselling author Lara Briden joins Emma Sutherland to explore androgen physiology, excess, and sensitivity in women. Together they discuss the complexities of diagnosing androgen excess, including polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and adrenal-driven cases, and examine the metabolic consequ…

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TSV 005: Practicing Presence Amidst Capitalism’s Death-dealing Systems w/ ana g. lara lópez 59:27

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Reverend Sex welcomes guest ana g. lara lópez. They discuss their identification as a 'sinvergüenza' and their paths through gender identity, sexual identity, and overcoming intergenerational trauma. The guest shares a transformative moment of self-realization, choosing life amidst chronic pain and societal oppression. The conversation explores the…

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Love Letters From Rev. Sex Ep. 7: A Love Letter to Those Who Can't Pray Any More 32:07

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This is a love letter from Reverend Sex to anyone who can't pray anymore . . . The Rev. explains that prayer is a channel to the divine, rooted in the belief that God is within and beyond all beings. They offer practical advice on how to reconnect with prayer in a meaningful way, particularly for those who have felt alienated from traditional relig…

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Love Letters From Rev. Sex Ep. 4: A Love Letter to Our Ancestors - And the Magic Within Us 31:59

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In this intimate witching-hour love letter, Reverend Sex speaks to those who were once taught to fear their magic, distrust their ancestors, and turn away from ritual and remembrance. This episode arrives during the season of Halloween, Samhain, and Día de los Muertos in order to reclaim what was taken from us in the name of purity, control, and wh…

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Most Commonly Asked Teen Health Questions 35:42

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If we can get the teen years right, everything changes. That’s the foundation I want to lay in this special Teen Health Month episode. We’re often missing this crucial piece of the wellness puzzle. I sat down and pulled together the most common questions I get asked about teen health. Why teens are so moody, what’s actually happening with their hor…

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Continuous glucose monitoring with Dr Michelle Woolhouse and Dr Jessica Turton

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Jessica Turton, Accredited Practising Dietitian, joins Dr. Michelle Woolhouse to discuss the use of continuous glucose monitors (CGM) to identify blood glucose dysregulation in non-diabetic patients in our latest podcast. Together, they discuss the role of the CGM in obtaining key, patient-specific information in terms of the blood glucose regulati…

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TSV 004: "The Shame" of the Undocumented: Identity, Healing, and Hope w/ Dr. Norma Ramirez 59:06

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Host Rev. Sex engages in a profound conversation with Dr. Norma Ramirez, discussing the intersections of undocumented status, shame, gender, and spirituality within the context of their personal and professional life. The dialogue navigates the parallels between political and religious shame, the influence of harmful theological narratives, and the…

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Love Letters From Rev. Sex Ep. 3: Overcoming Rapture Trauma 29:20

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In this Love Letter, Rev. Sex grapples with the traditional Christian belief that non-Christians and individuals who do not conform to certain religious norms are destined for hell. Reflecting on personal experiences and teachings within the queer and trans community, the speaker questions whether a loving God would condemn people to eternal damnat…

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'Where Are the Men in These Conversations?’ – What Your Partner Needs to Hear About Perimenopause | Leighton Richards of WelleCo 37:21

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What if your partner had no idea what you were really going through, and didn’t even know how to ask? Leighton Richards is the CEO of WelleCo, a wellness company many of you already know and love. He never expected to be talking about perimenopause, especially as a man, but this conversation was a beautiful reminder of how things shift when you’re …

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Cardiometabolic Rx: Part 1: Metabolic foundations and myths

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In part 1 of the Cardiometabolic Rx podcast, host Emma Sutherland is joined by Dr Adrian Lopresti, Dr Michelle Woolhouse, Lisa Costa-Bir, and Mick Alexander for a wide-ranging discussion on the foundations of cardiometabolic health. Together, they explore how individualised nutrition, hormonal balance, stress adaptation, and muscle and bone integri…

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TSV 003: Spiritual Autonomy: Living Shamelessly After White Fundamentalism w/ Belén Morales 1:04:00

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Host Reverend Sex engages in an illuminating conversation with Belén Morales about the intersections of queer, trans, feminist, and faith identities within the context of Latin American theology. They explore the concept of living without shame, the challenges of growing up in fundamentalist communities, and the journey to reclaim self-trust and sp…

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Friday From the Archives: Nonviolence and the Spiritual Terrorism of ICE 49:27

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Today we bring you a conversation from the archives - Rev. Alba Onofrio, Nadia Arellano, Belén Morales, Maura Fernández Salas, Megan Sharkey, and Rev. Rhina Ramos discussing the spiritual violence of the ICE raids in Los Angeles and the ways that nonviolent resistance must be relentless, community-based, and founded on solidarity. They discuss the …

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"Be Quiet, You're Wrong!" How Medical Words Undermine Consent & Safety | Ariella Heffernan-Marks 41:02

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Ever walked out of a doctor’s appointment thinking, "Did I even ask my question?” Or felt shut down before you had the chance? In this chat, I sat down with Dr. Ariella Heffernan-Marks. She's a doctor, scientist, and founder of Ovum, the AI health partner changing how women experience care. Ariella shared how her own health struggles in med school …

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Love Letters From Rev. Sex Ep. 2: Beyond Fear to Divine Companionship 24:08

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In this Love Letter, Rev. Sex speaks directly to those who have been taught to fear a wrathful God who threatens disobedience with eternal punishment. Reverend Sex breaks down the pervasive nature of fear within Christian theology, particularly the fear of hell and divine punishment, and how this fear can paralyze believers. The right reverend emph…

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fx Medicine Perspectives Forum: The healthy brain - Clinical application

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Join the fx Medicine by BioCeuticals ambassadors, Emma Sutherland, Lisa Costa-Bir and Mick Alexander, hosted by Dr Adrian Lopresti, face-to-face, for an intimate discussion.Hosted by Dr Adrian Lopresti, clinical psychologist and researcher, this panel will explore the key elements of optimal brain health - going beyond theory into practical insight…

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TSV 002: Decolonial Theology and Queer Feminism w/ Dr. Nancy Bedford 1:08:57

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Host Reverend Alba Onofrio (Reverend Sex) welcomes Dr. Nancy Bedford to explore the intersections of queer and feminist theology within the Latin American context. The discussion delves into Bedford's personal journey and her work, emphasizing the critical role of decolonial theology. Topics include the reinterpretation of religious texts, especial…

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Perimenopause is a Power Shift: Rewriting the Narrative on Women’s Health — Live with Dr Libby Weaver, Lara Briden & Ali Daddo | World Menopause Day 2025 49:51

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There was something so powerful about being in a room full of women who were ready to change the story around menopause. I sat down with three incredible women, Dr. Libby Weaver, Lara Briden and Ali Daddo, for a real and open conversation about perimenopause, menopause and everything that comes with it. We talked about why so many women feel caught…

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Love Letters From Rev. Sex Ep. 1: Sacred Resistance and Spiritual Healing 21:26

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In this first episode of 'Love Letters From Reverend Sex,' Reverend Alba Onofrio, also known as Reverend Sex, commemorates their 10th anniversary of ordained ministry. They reflect on their unconventional ministry journey as a Queer feminist Latinx spiritual strategist with Soulforce and the Sexual Liberation Collective. Reverend Sex discusses thei…

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Managing hot flushes with cognitive behavioural therapy with Dr Adrian Lopresti and Dr Melanie Smith

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Menopause is far more than a hormonal shift; it is a complex biopsychosocial transition that impacts every aspect of a woman’s life. In this episode, Dr Adrian Lopresti speaks with UK clinical psychologist Dr Melanie Smith, a leading researcher in cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) for menopause. Together, they explore how CBT, an evidence-based l…

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TSV 001: Divine Pleasure After Purity Culture with Rev. Dr. Lis Valle-Ruiz 58:21

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Can pleasure be divine? How do you become shameless after decades of living under the lies and pain of purity culture? What does shameless theology look like? In this first English episode of TSV, Reverend Sex introduces the vibrant world of Queer and feminist theology, focusing on communities from Latin America and its diaspora. Reverend Sex and t…

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REPLAY: Ubiquinol’s role in heart health with Dr Michelle Woolhouse and Dr Ross Walker

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This high-energy conversation features renowned preventative cardiologist Dr Ross Walker and fx Medicine by BioCeuticals ambassador Dr Michelle Woolhouse. Drawing on 45 years of clinical experience, Dr Walker makes the specialist field of preventative cardiology accessible through clear explanations and practical analogies.Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) and …

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Miami is as Miami does 17:12

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Rambling thoughts while I’m on the road solo traveling and trying to prevent Alzheimer’s

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Anxiety, Weight Gain, Fatigue? Here’s What’s Really Causing Your Perimenopause Symptoms—And How to Stop Them | Gemma Benad 39:01

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So many women are being told that perimenopause is all about hormones. But what if the real driver of your symptoms is something else entirely? Gemma Benad has lived through anxiety, heart palpitations, panic attacks, and crushing fatigue, only to discover that what looked like a hormone problem was actually burnout. We talk about why women are mor…

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TSV 000: Introducing Teología Sin Vergüenza 10:19

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Welcome to Teología Sin Vergüenza (TSV)! This is a podcast about shameless theology that centers dialogue on Queer, trans, and feminist theology. Hosted by Rev. Sex (Rev. Alba Onofrio - Executive Director of Soulforce), this podcast channel offers connection, reflection, and community for anyone feeling spiritually marginalized or exiled but still …

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Is HRT Really the Answer for Menopause? | Wendy Warner 40:15

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Many women are told that hormone replacement therapy is the solution, but it is rarely that straightforward. I’ve got Dr. Wendy Warner with me today, and I am very excited to jump into women’s health and hormones. Dr. Warner is a functional medicine gynecologist and hormone expert who brings decades of experience to this important conversation. She…

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Mitochondrial medicine: The biophysics prescription with Lisa Costa-Bir and Dr Christabelle Yeoh

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Dr Christabelle Yeoh, integrative medicine physician, joins Lisa Costa-Bir for a deep dive into mitochondria — the organelles influencing nearly every tissue and process in the body. Moving beyond the outdated “powerhouse of the cell” view, Dr Yeoh explains how mitochondria act as processors of energy and evolutionary sentinels of immunity, redox b…

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Trailer: Teología Sin Vergüenza - Shameless Theology 1:10

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Teología Sin Vergüenza (TSV) is a unique podcast that amplifies ferocious queer, feminist, academically-trained Latinx theologians who are living examples of counter-narratives and theological resistance to the political and religious threats our people face. This media project is the first of its kind: a woman-led and queer-centered conversation s…

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(Content Warning) “You Can Heal” — Surviving the Unimaginable | Jessica Ella 45:57

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What happens when the unthinkable is your childhood reality? I sat down with Jessica Ella, a women’s trauma expert, speaker, and author, who shares her story of surviving abuse and how she turned her pain into purpose. Jessica talks about her own healing, the courage it took to finally speak up, and the work she now does to support women in finding…

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REPLAY: The evolving nature of food allergy management with Emma Sutherland and Dr Douglas Jones

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Dr Douglas Jones is an internationally recognised expert in the field of adverse food reactions. He is the founder and director of the Immunity Group Australia, where he supports families in navigating the challenges of food allergies.In this episode, Douglas and Emma discuss the evolving understanding of food allergies — from what has been learnt …

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Still Tired, Bloated, and Over It? You’re Not Broken—You’re Just on Someone Else’s Plan | Ben Cant on What Your Body Actually Needs 40:42

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Have you ever felt like you’re doing all the right things yet your body still isn’t responding? This conversation with biochemist and health coach Ben Cant is exactly what you need to hear. Ben shares how his own journey out of chronic fatigue and fibromyalgia led him into the world of fitness, nutrition, and now, deep consultative health work. We …

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Andropause: Beyond Testosterone Decline with Emma Sutherland and Dr Leah Hechtman

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Dr Leah Hechtman, one of Australia’s most respected naturopathic educators, joins fx Medicine by BioCeuticals ambassador Emma Sutherland to discuss the often-overlooked stage of men’s health: andropause. More than simply “low testosterone,” andropause reflects age-related changes including Leydig cell decline, metabolic changes, vascular shifts, an…

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The Shame, Self-Judgment & Empowerment of Menopause | Ali Daddo 33:10

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What happens when the very thing we’ve been told to hide becomes the one thing that unites us? In this conversation with Ali Daddo, we step right into the heart of menopause, shame, and the stories women carry about aging and self-judgment. Ali shares openly about her own transition, from being one of Australia’s most recognized models to becoming …

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REPLAY: A Naturopathic approach to Rosacea with Emma Sutherland and Ananda Mahony

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Naturopath and nutritionist, Ananda Mahony and fx Medicine ambassador Emma Sutherland deep dive into the triggers and causes of rosacea, and the intricate connection of the gut-skin axis.Ananda helps to unravel the complex nature of this progressive inflammatory condition, the causes and risk factors of rosacea, and how the gut plays a pivotal role…

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The Health Star Rating System Makes Kids Sick and Fat | Mandy Sacher 36:06

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Ever grabbed a product off the shelf thinking it was healthy, only to later realise it was packed with junk? Mandy Sacher knows that frustration well. Mandy is Australia’s leading voice in paediatric nutrition, founder of Real Food Rating, and a mother who has turned her passion for truth and transparency into a movement. With more than two decades…

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The limitless mind: Everything is energy with Dr Michelle Woolhouse and Dr Bruce Lipton

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In this episode podcast, Dr Michelle Woolhouse welcomes pioneering cell biologist and bestselling author Dr Bruce Lipton, whose work has brought the science of mind, energy, and healing into global consciousness for decades. Described as one of the “grandfathers of holistic medical understanding,” Dr Lipton delivers a masterclass in educational sto…

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Sweating Smart: The Truth About Saunas, Red Light & Hormones 15:41

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Have you ever wondered if sweating it out in a sauna could actually change how you feel? I used to question it too, until I found myself falling in love with the practice and noticing shifts in my sleep, my stress and even my skin. I share what makes saunas so powerful and why the type you choose really matters. You’ll hear how heat therapy support…

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REPLAY: Intestinal inflammation: Clinical definition, testing & treatment with Lisa Costa-Bir and Dr Brad Leech

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Join Dr Brad Leech and ambassador Lisa Costa-Bir on her inaugural podcast on all things gut inflammation. Brad breaks down the importance of functional testing for assessing inflammation, with a detailed discussion on interpreting the four major tests: calprotectin, lactoferrin, occult blood and secretory IgA. Learn about the importance of personal…

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She Spent Years Exhausted, Misdiagnosed, and Gaslit — Until She Learned It Was Her Thyroid | McCall McPherson 40:19

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Have you ever felt bone-deep exhaustion that no one could explain? Like your body was begging for help, but your blood tests kept coming back 'normal'? That was McCall McPherson's reality until she discovered the truth about her thyroid. After struggling with debilitating thyroid symptoms and being told her labs were normal, she finally found answe…

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SIFO: The unusual suspect with Lisa Costa-Bir and Todd Mansfield

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In this podcast, clinical herbalist Todd Mansfield joins naturopath Lisa Costa-Bir to explore the under-recognised role of small intestinal fungal overgrowth (SIFO) in chronic gut dysfunction - especially in cases where SIBO treatment has repeatedly failed.Together, they unpack the clinical presentation of SIFO, from systemic symptoms to stubborn d…