Do It Fat Mini Series: Embodiment with Domini Anne
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In this episode, they chat about: what embodiment truly means beyond the buzzword, and how Domini personally defines it. the feeling of having a spirit “too big” for the body and how inhibition, conditioning, and permission influence that experience. the role of agency, pacing, and self-permission in expanding into your full embodied self. learning to separate internal truth from external narratives and recognizing the voices that shape your self-perception. using visualization, meditation, and humorous reframing to distinguish “your stuff” from the world’s projections. ...
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Do It Fat Mini Series: Body Confidence with Camellia Jade
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In this episode, they chat about: Camellia Jade’s journey as a body confidence advocate and founder of Confidera and the Body Confidence Dance Party. what it means to be a “body confidence advocate” and how Camellia began helping women embrace their bodies. her personal path to body confidence, including confronting internalized negative self-talk. the creation of the series Your Body Is Not the Problem, Your Clothes Are and the power of social media to show real bodies. insights on body dysmorphia and shifting self-perception through mirror work and positive language. the...
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Do It Fat Mini Series: The Truth About GLP-1s with Dr. Bonnie Brock
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In this episode, they chat about: Sara’s personal experience with GLP-1 medications, her journey with insulin resistance, and how medical validation reshaped her relationship with her body and health. Dr. Bonnie Brock’s integrative approach to medicine and her explanation of how GLP-1 medications and peptides work in the body. the myths, misinformation, and stigma surrounding GLP-1s — including how cultural narratives about weight, willpower, and “cheating” distort medical realities. the idea of “food noise” and how these medications can shift emotional and psychological...
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Do It Fat Mini Series: Your Body is Not Your Brand with Shine Image Consulting
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In this episode, they chat about: leaving corporate life to build Shine Image Consulting and empower others through authentic self-expression. the link between personal style, confidence, and identity beyond clothing or trends. how inner transformation supports showing up authentically and being seen. addressing body insecurities and shifting from self-criticism to self-acceptance. aligning personal image and professional brand for greater credibility and consistency. redefining what’s “flattering”—focusing on proportion, comfort, and confidence instead of thinness. ...
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Do It Fat Mini Series: Health is Not a Size with Liz Brinkman
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In this episode, they chat about: how Liz found her calling as a dietitian helping people heal their relationship with food and their bodies the shift from traditional, weight-focused nutrition to a weight-inclusive, non-diet approach why health isn’t defined by body size and how fat bias harms everyone the impact of diet culture and how it shapes our beliefs about food, worth, and health how to rebuild trust and freedom with food after years of rules or restriction recognizing signs of disordered eating and the difference between discipline and shame the influence of family,...
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Do It Fat Mini Series: The Book I Had to Write (Solo Episode)
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In this episode, Sara talks about: the upcoming launch of her book Do It Fat and its themes of body positivity and visibility. separating self-worth from appearance and rejecting body shame. her personal journey with weight, healing, and self-acceptance. how patriarchy and media have shaped harmful beauty standards. key chapters like “Save Your Sorrys” and “Health Is Not a Size.” upcoming book launch events and her message to take up space now — “Do it messy. Do it scared. Do it fat.” Resources + Links: Be part of the Do It Fat movement. Visit to learn...
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Owning a Bold POV (Solo Episode)
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In this episode, Sara talks about: common entrepreneur frustration owning a bold point of view (POV) what a bold POV is not identifying your bold POV benefits of a bold POV examples of bold POVs courage to be disliked practical steps to implement a bold POV bold POV as a brand foundation Resources + Links: Grow your brand, income, and impact! Learn more on our website Connect with Sara on Instagram | For show notes, resources, and more, visit Follow along with the podcast on Instagram | Show Notes: In this solo episode of the Chicks...
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Holistic Psychiatry in Practice with Dr. Mona Amini
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In this episode, we chat about: Dr. Mona’s journey from traditional healthcare to building her own concierge psychiatry practice how a thyroid cancer diagnosis reshaped her perspective on life and leadership the burnout she experienced working in community psychiatry and corporate systems what concierge mental healthcare really means and how it empowers patients why direct access to a provider can make a life-changing difference the power of de-prescribing and integrating lifestyle-based approaches to wellness common myths and misconceptions about psychiatric medications ...
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Wellbeing in Modern Workspaces with Lindsay Barnett
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In this episode, we chat about: Lindsay’s own burnout and how it inspired her to rethink work and well-being how identity shifts like motherhood or entrepreneurship can feel overwhelming but also transformational the power of personal choice, boundaries, and energy management in navigating tough work cultures working with leaders to model balance, support teams, and build cultures where values are truly lived Resources + Links: Learn more about Lindsay’s work at Check out her book Working Hell to Working Well: Connect with Lindsay on LinkedIn | Grow...
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Taking the TEDx Stage (Solo Episode)
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In this episode, Sara talks about: transitioning the podcast to include more solo episodes and personal stories balancing personal growth with business and entrepreneurship how business growth mirrors personal evolution encouraging women to embrace visibility, power, and purpose preparing for and delivering her first TEDx talk managing expectations vs. reality when outcomes disappoint reframing setbacks as steps, not failures lessons in courage, vulnerability, and self-compassion celebrating achievements even when imperfect holding space for both pride and disappointment ...
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- the inspiration and creation of OMG Overnight Oats during the COVID-19 pandemic
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importance of integrity in business and product quality
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diagnosis and early intervention for her twin boys
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challenges and triumphs in raising children with autism
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the significance of being proactive and advocating for her children
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the Gentry Foundation for Autism
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raising awareness and understanding of autism
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navigating parenting and societal perceptions
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Autism Awareness Month and contributing to the cause
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mental health and the importance of support systems
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the personal story of Alexis’s brother and the broader implications of lacking early intervention
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the rewards of seeing the impact of her advocacy and charitable work
Resources + Links:
Try OMG Overnight Oats and fuel your mornings with clean, delicious ingredients: omgovernightoats.com
Follow OMG Overnight Oats on Instagram | @omgovernightoats
Connect with OMG Overnight Oats on Facebook | facebook.com/omgovernightoats
Learn more about the incredible work of the Gentry Foundation at gentryfoundation.org
Follow The Gentry Foundation on Instagram | @thegentryfoundation
Grow your brand, income, and impact!
Learn more on our website ellyandnoracreative.com
Connect with Sara on Instagram | @sarachamberscreative
For show notes, resources, and more, visit Chicks Who Give a Hoot
Follow along with the podcast on Instagram | @chickswhogiveahoot
Show Notes:
In this episode, I'm thrilled to sit down with my newfound friend and the inspiring powerhouse Alexis Brown. Alexis is the founder and CEO of OMG Overnight Oats and a dedicated board member of the Gentry Foundation, a non-profit that supports autistic families and children. We dive deep into Alexis' journey from a dental hygienist to a passionate entrepreneur committed to health, wellness, and authentic ingredients.
She shares her deeply personal and empowering story of navigating autism with her twin boys, Brody and Graham. From early interventions to establishing a foundation for autism scholarships, Alexis is on a mission to support and uplift families facing similar challenges. She reflects on the different definitions of success and underscores the importance of integrity and compassion in business and life. We also explore her advocacy work, the impact of Autism Awareness Month, the recent controversial comments made by a public figure about autism, and how she's making a tangible difference in the community. Enjoy this heartfelt and enlightening conversation that showcases Alexis' unwavering dedication to making a positive impact in the world.
00:00 Welcome to the Show
00:59 Meet Alexis Brown
01:48 Founding OMG Overnight Oats
03:23 Challenges and Philosophy of Business
06:57 Family and Autism Journey
14:33 Gentry Foundation and Advocacy
23:11 Gratitude and Paying It Forward
24:49 Autism Awareness Month and Gentry Foundation
26:26 Addressing Misinformation on Autism
29:07 Personal Experiences and Advocacy
33:51 Raising Confident Children
41:10 Impact of Early Diagnosis and Intervention
45:35 Family Day and Community Support