Ditching Diet Culture with Lizzie Merritt
Chicks Who Give a Hoot
In this episode, they chat about: why diet culture’s all-or-nothing mindset keeps people stuck the psychology behind weight loss and body confidence letting go of perfectionism, shame, and pass/fail thinking treating behavior change as an experiment, not a failure why you don’t need to change your body to start living fully Resources + Links: Visit Lizzie’s Website at Get Lizzie’s Book — LIGHT: The New Psychology of Weight Loss Connect with LizzieInstagram | LinkedIn | Grow your brand, income, and impact! Learn more on our website Connect with...
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Why Personal Branding Is the Asset of 2026 (and Why Most People Are Doing It Wrong) (Solo Episode)
Chicks Who Give a Hoot
In this episode, Sara talks about: why personal branding matters more heading into 2026 the rise of a “trust recession” AI’s impact on credibility and content credibility as the new scarce resource why sameness—not saturation—is the real problem why service providers should not brand like content creators the importance of focus and specialization why aesthetics don’t solve trust problems choosing positioning over popularity integrity as a long-term brand advantage the evolution of personal branding Resources + Links: Grow your brand, income, and...
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A 2026 Reset (Solo Episode)
Chicks Who Give a Hoot
A New Season of Chicks Who Give a Hoot: Why We’re Going Shorter, Sharper, and More Intentional In this episode, Sara talks about: relaunching the podcast with a clear reset and new direction the overwhelm of today’s crowded, AI-heavy content landscape why the show is shifting to concise, 10-minute episodes using a journalism mindset to lead with one strong idea focusing each episode on a single, practical takeaway centering conversations on business, branding, visibility, and impact aligning the new format with the nonprofit mission and respect for listeners’ time ...
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The Power of Stages for Women Entrepreneurs with Jenn Espinosa-Goswami
Chicks Who Give a Hoot
In this episode, they chat about: Jenn’s early experiences with bullying, body image, and learning to avoid visibility how losing 100 pounds led her to discover the power of story and eventually build Weightless Chronicles. the contrast between Sara’s lifelong comfort on stage and Jen’s slow journey toward confidence and presence how Toastmasters unexpectedly opened the door to speaking and helped Jen recognize her message creates impact why clarifying your core message and signature speech is essential before seeking any stage the importance of choosing a message you can...
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Do It Fat Mini Series: Launch Party Live Recording with Beta Readers
Chicks Who Give a Hoot
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: Embodiment with Domini Anne
Chicks Who Give a Hoot
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
Chicks Who Give a Hoot
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
Chicks Who Give a Hoot
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
Chicks Who Give a Hoot
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
Chicks Who Give a Hoot
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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Lynn’s entrepreneurial journey
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the mission of GOLD Comedy
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the comedy industry’s gender gap
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comedy as a tool for social change
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the importance of audience and representation
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real-life impact of GOLD Comedy
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Lynn’s advice for aspiring comedians
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how people can support women in comedy
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humor beyond the stage
Resources + Links:
Connect with Lynn Harris
Visit her website at lynnharris.net
Follow Lynn on Instagram: @lynnharris
🎤 Join the GOLD Comedy Community
Explore GOLD Comedy’s classes and community at goldcomedy.com
Follow GOLD Comedy on Instagram: @goldcomedy
DM Lynn or GOLD Comedy on Instagram for a special Chicks Who Give a Hoot listener discount (mention Sara Chambers or the podcast)
🎬 Watch Featured GOLD Comedy Series
Watch Rat Czar on YouTube, the hilarious web series featuring a cameo by Rachel Dratch
Stream Late Bloomers on Fox Soul at foxsoul.tv
📺 Binge These Recommended Comedy Shows
Watch Girls5Eva for a smart, hilarious take on midlife reinvention at peacocktv.com
Stream What We Do in the Shadows, a vampire mockumentary with brilliant female writers at hulu.com
Give Schitt’s Creek another try—get past episode 1 and thank us later at netflix.com
🎥 Discover New Creators on Emerging Platforms
Browse original content on Entertainmint at entertainmint.com
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 of The Chicks Who Give a Hoot podcast, host Sara Chambers is joined by Lynn Harris — award-winning writer, comedian, and founder of GOLD Comedy. Together, they dive into Lynn’s unconventional path into entrepreneurship and her bold mission to transform the comedy landscape.
Lynn opens up about the persistent challenges facing women and non-binary creators in the comedy world — from industry gatekeeping to outdated stereotypes — and how GOLD Comedy is disrupting the status quo. More than a comedy school, GOLD is a professional network and content studio where creators grow their comedy careers, join a powerful community, and make funny stuff that gets seen.
You’ll hear why comedy isn’t just entertainment — it’s a tool for social change. Lynn shares how GOLD provides real-world opportunities, like web series development, classes in stand-up, sketch, and late-night writing, and how members have gone on to collaborate with legends like Rachel Dratch, Margaret Cho, and writers from SNL and Broad City.
Whether you’re dreaming of your first open mic or simply want to support women in comedy more intentionally, this conversation is full of inspiration, insights, and ways to take action.
00:00 Welcome to the Show
01:27 Meet Lynn Harris
03:24 Challenges for Women in Comedy
07:15 Addressing the 'Women Aren't Funny' Stereotype
13:08 Comedy Styles and Audience Preferences
20:15 The Pressure on Women in Comedy
22:09 Introducing Gold Comedy and Its Unique Business Model
24:19 Opportunities and Success Stories
26:54 Encouragement for Aspiring Comedians
31:38 Supporting Women in Comedy
37:28 Follow Lynn and GOLD Comedy