Ever wish you could sit in on the kind of behind-the-scenes conversations practitioners actually have?

In this episode of the Functionally Speaking podcast, we’re kicking things off by introducing ourselves (hey, we’re Laura and Danielle), sharing how our friendship-turned-collaboration started in the DMs, and why we launched this show as an unfiltered extension of our clinician community: the Unconventional Collaborative.

From our origin stories in hospital systems and private practice, to the messy middle where most real-life practitioners live—we’re setting the tone for what to expect from future episodes and who this show is really for. If you’ve been craving honest conversations that make you feel seen in your work (and maybe a little less alone), you’re in the right place.

In this episode, we cover:

• How we met in the DMs and ended up building a business and podcast together
• Why we felt isolated in the functional space and how the Unconventional Collaborative was born
• Who this podcast is for
• Our vision for unfiltered, in-the-trenches conversations about health, business, and everything in between
• What you can expect from future episodes

Connect with Unconventional Collaborative:

Website: unconventionalcollaborative.com

Instagram: instagram.com/unconventional.collaborative

Connect with Laura Ligos:

Website: https://thesassydietitian.com

Instagram: instagram.com/thesassydietitian

Connect with Danielle Kepics:

Website: https://www.empoweredmindbody.co

Instagram: instagram.com/danielle.kepics

Disclaimer:

The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast.

The content shared by Unconventional Collaborative is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration

This podcast does not create a doctor-patient, provider-client, or supervisory relationship between you and any of the hosts or contributors.

Additionally, health coaches, fitness professionals, clinicians, and other practitioners are solely responsible for how they interpret and apply the information shared. Practitioners are expected to use their professional judgment and remain within the legal and ethical scope of their individual certification, licensure, or credentialing body. If there is any uncertainty about what falls within your professional scope of practice, it is your responsibility to consult with your licensing board, certifying organization, or regulatory authority.

Unconventional Collaborative and its contributors assume no responsibility or liability for any outcomes resulting from the use or misuse of the information provided in this podcast.