Best Meredith Root Podcasts (2025)

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Skin Deep: Disrupting Toxic Beauty with Elle Black of SAME Skincare 48:11

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What if the beauty & skin products (even the anti-aging ones) you put on every day were actually the reason you feel tired, look older, or that your period sucks every month? Today we’re talking about just that – the hidden toxins in mainstream beauty, how clean products can be part of healing, and how your skin is a mirror for what’s happening hor…

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20 Years of Progress and Bickering in Women’s Fitness Research 1:19:53

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Over the last two decades, women’s fitness research has evolved from being an afterthought to a growing field of interest. In this episode, we explore how science is finally catching up with the female body, the double-edged sword of social media, the legacy of early contributors, and what gaps still need to be filled. If you care about evidence-ba…

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Ivy Odom Just Wrote the Next Great Southern Cookbook 1:01:55

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Ivy Odom has in many ways become the face of Southern Living. In addition to creating videos about all things Southern on social media, Ivy is a writer, recipe developer, and television host. And now she’s also an author, with a brand new cookbook called My Southern Kitchen: From Suppers to Celebrations, Recipes for Every Occasion. The book is a co…

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Behind the Finish Line: Competition, Conflict, and Connection in Relationships 1:33:30

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By Meredith Root and Alex Parker

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Design Legend Charlotte Moss on the Southern Living Idea House 40:44

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Charlotte Moss was born and raised in Richmond, Virginia and went to college at VCU, where she was an English major. Her mother didn’t especially love to decorate, but Charlotte was inspired by her grandmother, who created a warm, welcoming home and made entertaining look easy. Charlotte had that gift too, but it never occurred to her that she coul…

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Encore: Riley Green Wishes Grandpas Never Died 39:13

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Riley Green got his start playing in bars and restaurants around his hometown of Jacksonville, Alabama—and lately he’s been performing in stadiums for tens of thousands. He grew up with a close relationship with his two grandfathers, who were influential in his early musical development and who fueled his passion for the outdoors. His song "I Wish …

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The Tour de France Femmes, Pauline Ferrand-Prévot, and Pedaling Through the Double Standard 1:22:15

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Pauline Ferrand-Prévot's win at the 2025 Tour de France Femme was an incredible display of cycling prowess and dominance but also put women's bodies, health, and sporting double standards back under the microscope. Can women just be athletes? Or do they have to always been an athlete AND a model of health. This episode will leave you thinking about…

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How KIRBY’s Modern Soul Honors Her Family History 45:41

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The soulful musician known as KIRBY was born in Memphis, Tennessee, but she grew up in the tight-knit community of Eudora, Mississippi, surrounded by cousins, church choirs, and plenty of talented relatives who knew how to cook. Her grandmother, Cora, could lead a song as easily as she could deliver a baby—something she did often as one of the firs…

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34. Spilling the Tea on Cycle-Syncing with Sync Botanicals 48:11

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Great minds are syncing alike today as we we uncover how to turn the hormonal chaos that many of us face into a superpower with Amy Thomas, founder of Sync Botanicals. Forget about the quick-fix pills; we’re chatting about the transformative power of herbs, mindfulness, and the importance of including men in this conversation about cyclical healing…

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Comments Section: AI or nah? Misgendering, Social Media Slow Burns, and Community Wins 1:03:08

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Live from our studio, it's a comments section podcast! We are taking today to reflect on, unpack, and unload about rude comments, weird comments, and uplifting feedback from our very own Tactic community. And really, how do we tell if a video is AI? And do we even care? You can support us on Patreon AND get access to members' only content by ⁠click…

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Hey Jesus, Ellen Skrmetti Is Calling 45:29

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Ellen Skrmetti was born and raised in Ripley, Mississippi, not far from Memphis, in a family that was devoted to the Southern Baptist church. For Ellen, a person of faith but also an aspiring comedian, this turned out to be great source material, as did all the characters in her small Southern town. During the pandemic, she started posting videos t…

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Meredith Root | Leadville Trail 100 Recap: The Mayhem, Magic, and Mistakes That Go into a Monster MTB Race 1:24:26

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Meredith JUST completed the Leadville Trail 100 MTB 104 mile mountain bike race in Leadville Colorado. If you think this is a story of success and the power of planning, think again. Leadville is known for its... unknowns. And there were plenty of those. This conversation explores the entire experience of this monumental race through the lens of a …

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Texas Chef Tristen Epps Wants His Guests to Have an "Aha" Moment 40:19

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Chef Tristen Epps, who just won Season 22 of Bravo’s Top Chef, grew up the son of a single mom who was a JAG, a lawyer with the military. That meant he moved about 16 times before the end of high school—from Guam to the Philippines—and was exposed to a wide range of cuisines from a young age. His travel background, along with family roots in Trinid…

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Katie Lee Biegel’s Appalachian Roots 42:00

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Katie Lee Biegel grew up in Milton, West Virginia, descended from a long line of women who really knew how to cook. Her grandparents had a big vegetable garden and canned their own green beans and tomatoes. Her great grandmother won blue ribbons for her angel food cake, her great aunt was a fabulous cook, and all of them instilled in her a love for…

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Our Definitive Guide to Not Fasting 1:12:31

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Ever find yourself feeling diet-curious because of the latest IG trend, biohacking bro, or promise of fast results? We're going to help you untangle truth from myth and understand what drives interest in trendy diets while adopting a more practical approach to eating. Research mentioned in this podcast: Protein Timing vs Overall Intake Early Time R…

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Bryce Leatherwood's Tribute to His Grandfather 35:28

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Bryce Leatherwood is only 25 years old, but three years ago he won Season 22 of The Voice, and he just released a self-titled debut album that’s already gaining a lot of attention. Despite his age, Bryce’s new record sounds like it could have come out a long time ago, and that’s exactly what he was after. Many of the songs were inspired by the simp…

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Milestones and Menopause 1:22:38

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Sometimes the internet can be so helpful with sharing and creating dialogue but when it comes to health, fitness, and topics like menopause, it doesn't take much for the dialogue to shift into a less-than-helpful space where fear mongering and grifting create confusion and concern. So today, we're talking about that as well as how we are preparing …

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Ashleigh Shanti Is Rewriting the Story of Appalachian Food 39:36

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In this episode Sid talks to Ashleigh Shanti, who recently won a James Beard Award for her beautiful and thought-provoking cookbook called Our South: Black Food Through My Lens. Ashleigh is the chef and owner of Good Hot Fish, a counter-service spot in Asheville, North Carolina inspired by the spirit of old-school Southern fish camps. Despite her c…

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33. Walk in Wealth - Dark Feminine Codes w/ Christina Zayas 1:05:55

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Buckle up for a conversation that promises to challenge your perceptions of wealth and self-worth! Christina Zayas, a former influencer, shares her journey from financial struggle to empowerment, diving into the complexities of dark feminine energy and inner child work. We’re discussing the societal constructs that keep us in poverty, unpacking how…

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Finding Balance: Giving Yourself Grace vs Letting Yourself Off The Hook 1:13:47

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In this episode, Alex and Meredith dive deep into answering the question - Am I giving myself grace that I need? Or am I letting myself off the hook? They explore the concepts of victim mentality, the importance of self-compassion, and how language and visualization can play a crucial role in achieving your goals. Whether you're struggling with mot…

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Shuai Wang’s Journey from China to Charleston 38:45

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Chef Shuai Wang was the runner-up on the 22nd season of Bravo’s Top Chef and is the force behind two standout restaurants in Charleston, South Carolina—Jackrabbit Filly and King BBQ—where he brings together the flavors of his childhood in Beijing and the spirit of the South in some pretty unforgettable ways. He grew up just a short walk from Tianan…

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Did Meredith Quit Her Job? 1:05:33

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On this episode of the Afternoon Snack Podcast, Meredith discusses her decision to retire from 1:1 coaching after 8+ years. If you have ever struggled or are currently struggling to make a change, even one that you know will be very positive, there is a lot to take away from this episode. There are a lot of new things coming for Tactic and 1:1 coac…

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Dylan Scott Will Be Country Till He Dies 37:45

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Dylan Scott grew up in Bastrop, Louisiana, a small town in the northeast corner of the state, not far from the home of another Louisiana sensation - Lainey Wilson. His father, Scotty Robinson, also had a career in country music for a while, so clearly the apple didn’t fall far from the tree. Scotty taught the young Dylan to play guitar and piano, a…

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Encore: Brian Baumgartner Is Probably Smoking Something 41:43

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Brian Baumgartner may be best known to many people, across at least a couple of generations, as Kevin from The Office, but there’s much more to the actor than his famous onscreen persona. Born and raised in Atlanta, Brian has a deep love for the South, a wicked sense of humor, an obsession with sports, and a successful podcast called Off the Beat. …

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32. Fertility, PMS & PMDD with Ashley Rocha of Ladywell 39:38

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Are you a different person on or before your period? 😭 💊Do you take 20 Advil a day or ignore the crazy signs your body is giving you during your period because you think, "who cares? I’m not trying to get pregnant anyway." If so, or if you know someone who lives through an exorcist experience during their cycle, this episode is for you! About the P…

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Expectations vs. Reality: The Calgary Marathon, Dusty Bandita, and Truck Camping 1:05:42

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In this episode, Alex and Meredith discuss the challenges and learnings from their recent endurance endeavours including the Calgary Marathon and The Dusty Bandita. They dive into the importance of managing expectations, the experience of balancing multiple sports, and the lessons learned from both the successes and the setbacks. — Alex’s Calgary M…

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Emily Ann Roberts Is One Part Yeehaw, One Part Meemaw 53:28

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Emily Ann Roberts grew up in Karns, Tennessee, just outside of Knoxville, with hardworking parents who had deep roots in both faith and music. She went to the church her great-grandfather founded more than a century ago— the same place where she sang in public for the very first time. Her dad introduced her to the rougher side of music, too, playin…

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Unbound Gravel 2025: Conquering the 200-Mile Race 1:05:08

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In this episode, Meredith shares her firsthand experience racing the Unbound 200, the biggest gravel race in the world. From unexpected mechanical issues to the mental grit required to push through the miles, this episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to finish a race of this scale. The conversation dives into the importan…

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Maggie Rose Should Not Be Underestimated 48:37

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Maggie Rose was born and raised in Potomac, Maryland, where she grew up eating blue crabs, attending Catholic school, and singing solos in front of her church’s congregation. A self-described black sheep of the family, she headed to Clemson University in South Carolina before leaving school early to move to Nashville for a career in music. But it w…

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All About Build: Our Hypertrophy Program with Tactic Coach Lynsey Martin 1:16:45

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In this episode, Alex and Meredith have Tactic coach Lynsey Martin back on the podcast to discuss the nuances of strength and hypertrophy training, and their new program Build. They talk about the science of muscle growth, the importance of training to failure, and the benefits of specialized techniques like blood flow restriction and eccentric ove…

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Chef Duane Nutter Is Proof That Chefs Can Be Funny 39:07

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Duane Nutter spent his first seven years or so in Morgan City, Louisiana, but his mother later moved the family to Seattle in search of schools that could help with his dyslexia. Their new home exposed Duane to a world of international flavors, but his mother never lost her love for Southern food, even going so far as to ship in certain spices and …

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Wyatt Flores’s Red Dirt Roots 42:43

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Wyatt Flores is a 23-year-old singer-songwriter from Stillwater, Oklahoma, who’s making a name for himself in the Red Dirt music scene, building on the musical legacy of his home state. He grew up on a ranch in a working-class family where he was surrounded by musicians, often hearing them play cowboy songs around a campfire. His father, a drummer,…

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Navigating Recovery: Tactic Coach Jess Reimche on Life and Fitness Post-Surgery 1:08:01

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In this episode of Afternoon Snack, Meredith and Alex welcome back Tactic Nutrition Coach, Jess Reimche to the podcast. Jess shares her recent experiences with hip surgery, recovery, and its impact on her daily life. They cover the psychological and physical challenges of recovery, maintaining a healthy mindset, and the importance of community supp…

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Encore: Jessica B. Harris Believes in a Welcome Table 41:14

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Episode Description: Jessica B. Harris may have been born and raised in New York City, but she has Tennessee roots through her father and has spent much of her life split between homes in the Northeast and the South – specifically New Orleans. For more than fifty years, she has been a college professor, a writer, and a lecturer, and her many books …

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The Art of Recovery: Techniques for Better Training 1:10:23

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In this episode, Meredith and Alex discuss personal DIY projects to essential recovery strategies for optimal performance. They explore the importance of nutrition, sleep, and strategic rest, debunk common myths around 'active recovery,' and assess the value of popular recovery tools like cold plunges, saunas, and wearables. — DIY Projects and Chal…

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31. Fasting without Starving w/ Renee Fitton of ProLon & Fitton Nutrition 40:43

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What if, to slow aging, lose weight, and boost your overall energy you only needed to do this one health practice for a total of 15 days a year? And that is it. You may think I’m talking about fasting, but I’m talking about getting the same benefits of fasting without having to have ZERO food. If you’re a woman with a period, you don’t want to do t…