#14: Breaking Restaurant Habits: A Chef’s Blueprint for Change
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In this episode of Nourished with Nora, Nora sits down with Chef Johanna Hellrigl—mom, restaurateur, and visionary behind Alma, one of the most sustainable restaurants in the country. Recently featured in The New York Times and celebrated for her leadership in rethinking restaurant culture, Johanna is proving that food, health, and planetary wellbeing are deeply interconnected. Together, Nora and Johanna explore: The principles that guide Alma’s mission-driven approach How sustainability and health go hand-in-hand for both guests and restaurant teams Why “question everything” has...
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#13: Clean Water, Healthy Families: Rorra Founders on Filtration, Wellness, and the Future of Water
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On this episode of Nourished with Nora, I’m joined by Brian Keller and Charlie Carlisle, the co-founders of Rorra, the award-winning water filtration company that’s transforming how families think about water. From stainless steel countertop systems to filtered shower heads, Rorra is helping people drink and bathe in water that’s cleaner, safer, and healthier—without the plastics or compromises of traditional filters. We discuss: - The personal stories that inspired Rorra—from Brian’s daughter’s eczema journey to Charlie’s experience with Denver’s lead water crisis. - Why...
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#12: Plastic-Free Plates: Dr. Manasa Mantravadi’s Vision for Healthier Kids
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Dr. Manasa Mantravadi is a pediatrician, CEO, mom of three, and the founder of Ahimsa—an award-winning company making stainless steel dishware for kids. But more than that, she’s on a mission to reform public health, starting with what’s on our plates. In this episode, we dive into: Why the American Academy of Pediatrics warned against plastics How plastic exposure affects hormones, puberty, and long-term health What “culinary medicine” really means—and why it’s the future of healthcare The simple changes families can make to reduce plastic exposure How Ahimsa is...
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#11: The Hidden Cost of Plastic: What You Need to Know with Dr. Leo Trasande
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Guest: Dr. Leonardo Trasande, Professor of Pediatrics and Public Health at NYU, leading researcher on the health effects of environmental exposures. Topics Covered: What plastics are really made of—and how they get into our bodies The 16,000 chemicals in plastic (and how little we know about them) Why children are especially vulnerable Diseases linked to plastic exposure: from hormone disruption to heart disease Why only 9% of plastic is recycled The connection between plastic and economic loss ($250B/year in the U.S.) Which types of plastics to avoid: the worst offenders ...
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#10: Chef Andrew Zimmern on Friendship, School Food, and the Joy of Cooking
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In this heart-expanding episode of Nourished with Nora, chef, TV host, and humanitarian Andrew Zimmern opens up about the personal and political power of food. From childhood hunger to mental health to wild game and open-fire cooking, Nora and Andrew dive deep into what it really means to nourish ourselves and our communities. They talk about: - Why school meals are one of the most important public health issues of our time - Andrew’s journey through addiction, recovery, and finding purpose - The power of friendship, real food, and asking for help - Easy ways to get kids confident in the...
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#9: Playing Big, Failing Boldly, and Listening Deeply with Meija Jacobs
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In this powerful and heartfelt episode, Nora sits down with creative leadership coach and former IDEO exec Meija Jacobs to explore what it truly means to play big—especially in the face of change, challenge, and self-doubt. They dive into Meija’s inspiring journey from ballerina to brand strategist to executive coach, and how caregiving for her mother sparked a life-altering pivot. Together, they unpack how to quiet the inner critic, embrace failure as fuel for growth, and lead with presence and intuition. From redesigning the Eat Real brand to redefining executive presence, Meija brings...
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#8: Primal Kitchen’s Morgan Zanotti: Scrappy Startups, Motherhood & Clean Eating
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Morgan Zanotti is not your typical startup CEO – she’s a mother of three, a romance novel enthusiast, and the co-founder of Primal Kitchen. In this episode of Nourished with Nora, Morgan shares how she helped build a $200M real-food brand while staying true to herself and prioritizing what matters most. In this warm and insightful conversation, Nora (CEO of Eat Real) and Morgan discuss everything from unconventional self-care (why Morgan swears by romance novels to boost her leadership skills) to scrappy startup strategies. Morgan opens up about balancing motherhood with entrepreneurship...
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#7: What Heart Surgery Taught Dr. Eric Weiss About Living Fully | Nourished with Nora
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What does it mean to truly live with purpose—even in the face of life’s biggest challenges? In this heartfelt episode of Nourished with Nora, host Nora LaTorre sits down with Dr. Eric Weiss: one of the top open-heart surgeons in the world, a motivational speaker, and a mindset coach. Together, they explore how life in the operating room has shaped his view of purpose, resilience, and what it means to be truly alive. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 01:02 Dr. Weiss's Journey to Becoming a Heart Surgeon 04:36 Achievements and Career Highlights 07:39 State of Heart...
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#6: Unlocking Personal Health with Dr. Deepti Agarwal
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In this episode of 'Norris with Nora,' host Nora welcomes Dr. Deepti Agarwal, a triple board-certified integrative doctor. They discuss personal health planning, the concept of creating a strategic health plan using data and intuition, and Dr. Agarwal's five D approach to designing health into one's life. Key topics include the importance of daily movement, batching decisions, weekly planning rituals, and having an accountability buddy. They also explore integrative medicine, the role of real food as medicine, and Dr. Agarwal's personal journey in blending conventional and holistic...
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#5: How to Raise Healthy Kids in a Screen-Saturated World | Dr. Michael Rich
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Description: What happens to a child’s brain when they stare at a screen? Why do screens feel irresistible? And how can parents help their kids—and themselves—build healthier digital habits? In this powerful conversation, Nora LaTorre sits down with Dr. Michael Rich, pediatrician, Harvard professor, and founder of the Digital Wellness Lab, to explore how media impacts child development, mental health, and family life. You’ll learn: - Why screens trigger a survival response in the brain - How to rethink “screen time” with 5 simple M’s - What healthy digital mentorship looks like -...
info_outlineIn this episode of 'Norris with Nora,' host Nora welcomes Dr. Deepti Agarwal, a triple board-certified integrative doctor.
They discuss personal health planning, the concept of creating a strategic health plan using data and intuition, and Dr. Agarwal's five D approach to designing health into one's life. Key topics include the importance of daily movement, batching decisions, weekly planning rituals, and having an accountability buddy. They also explore integrative medicine, the role of real food as medicine, and Dr. Agarwal's personal journey in blending conventional and holistic medical practices. The conversation extends to building strong relationships and creating a personal board of directors for holistic growth and support.
00:00 Introduction to Personal Health Planning
00:31 Understanding Personal Health Planning
02:09 Exercise and Movement Strategies
05:52 The Importance of Accountability Buddies
08:16 Five Game-Changing Health Habits
13:36 Real Food as Medicine
16:44 Integrative Medicine Explained
25:26 Building Strong Relationships and Personal Board of Directors
29:33 Conclusion and Final Thoughts