Ep 862: The #1 Behavior That Determines Your Long-Term Health (and Almost No One Talks About It)
Release Date: 12/05/2025
Ep 882: You Don’t Need Alcohol to Feel Better—Here’s Why
SISTERHOOD OF SWEAT - Motivation, Inspiration, Health, Wealth, Fitness, Authenticity, Confidence and Empowerment
In this powerful episode of Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T., Linda Mitchell sits down with Charles and Heidi Hatley, the couple behind Kava & Kettlebells, to challenge one of the most normalized beliefs in modern wellness: that alcohol is the best way to relax, unwind, or cope with stress. Charles and Heidi share how their journey through fitness, parenthood, trauma, and healing led them to explore alternatives to alcohol—specifically kava, a traditional plant-based drink long used in Pacific Island cultures. What began as a personal experiment quickly became a lifestyle shift rooted in nervous...
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Ep 881: From Teen Idol to TV Powerhouse: Shaun Cassidy’s Incredible Reinvention
SISTERHOOD OF SWEAT - Motivation, Inspiration, Health, Wealth, Fitness, Authenticity, Confidence and Empowerment
Shaun Cassidy is a true creative multi-hyphenate whose career spans music, television, theater, and storytelling. First rising to fame as one of the biggest teen idols of the late 1970s, Shaun signed with Warner Brothers Records while still in high school, released three multi-platinum albums, earned a Grammy nomination, and performed in sold-out venues like Madison Square Garden and the Houston Astrodome — all while starring in the iconic ABC series The Hardy Boys Mysteries. Behind the scenes, Shaun quietly reinvented himself as one of television’s most respected writers and producers....
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Ep 880: Never Shrink Your Light: Healing, Resilience, and the Tiger Spirit with Dr. Joy Kong
SISTERHOOD OF SWEAT - Motivation, Inspiration, Health, Wealth, Fitness, Authenticity, Confidence and Empowerment
In this episode of the Sisterhood of Sweat, Linda Mitchell sits down with Dr. Joy Kong, MD — triple board-certified physician, stem cell specialist, educator, author, and founder of Chara Health USA — for a powerful conversation about healing, resilience, and the courage to never shrink your light. Dr. Joy explains how ketamine therapy, when used therapeutically, can support brain regeneration, enhance neural connections, and help rewire the brain after trauma. She shares how ketamine increases brain-derived neurotrophic factor, promotes new synapse formation, and can support emotional...
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Ep 879: How to build real resilience in a burned-out world
SISTERHOOD OF SWEAT - Motivation, Inspiration, Health, Wealth, Fitness, Authenticity, Confidence and Empowerment
Burnout has become so common that many people don’t even recognize it until their energy, focus, or emotional health begins to suffer. In this episode of Sisterhood of Sweat, Linda Mitchell sits down with licensed clinical psychologist, bestselling author, and LiveWell Behavioral Health founder Dr. Mike Ronsisvalle. With more than 21 years of experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, and burnout, Dr. Mike shares practical, science-backed tools for building real resilience that lasts. This conversation explores how emotional health, movement, and faith-based wellness work together to...
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Ep 878: Motivation Monday - Rest Your Wings So You Can Fly
SISTERHOOD OF SWEAT - Motivation, Inspiration, Health, Wealth, Fitness, Authenticity, Confidence and Empowerment
On today's motivation, we're talking about the importance of rest.
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Ep 874: Let It Rip Friday - What If I Make The Wrong Choice
SISTERHOOD OF SWEAT - Motivation, Inspiration, Health, Wealth, Fitness, Authenticity, Confidence and Empowerment
Do you ever find yourself second guessing yourself? You have some ideas or dreams, but then reality hits, and you ask the question, “Who am I to do this?” Doubts creep in along with fears of the unknown. We tend to live in that constant state of fears and because of it remain exactly where we are. But what we were to break out of that fear? What if we were to make steps today that would lead us to a brighter and better future version of ourselves? Listen to the podcast HERE In this episode I talk about my own struggle about opening a gym and the fears...
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Ep 873: Let It Rip Friday: Dream BIG
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On this week's Let It Rip Friday, we're discussing the importance of dreaming big and planning for 2026.
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Ep 872: How To Become A Boundary Boss with Terri Cole
SISTERHOOD OF SWEAT - Motivation, Inspiration, Health, Wealth, Fitness, Authenticity, Confidence and Empowerment
Are you often taken advantage of? Have you been worried about having boundaries? We discuss all things boundaries today, so this is for you. In this episode I talk with Terri Cole is a licensed psychotherapist, global relationship and empowerment expert, and the author of Boundary Boss-The Essential Guide to Talk True, Be Seen, and (Finally) Live Free. For over two decades, Terri has worked with a diverse group of clients that includes everyone from stay-at-home moms to celebrities and Fortune 500 CEOs. We dive into dysfunctional boundaries, boundary violations, co-dependency, dealing...
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871: Let It Rip Friday: Your Story Today Will Be Someone's Strength Tomorrow with Linda Mitchell
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In this week's Let It Rip Friday, Linda is sharing the importance of keeping going when things are tough because someday your story will help someone else get over their struggles.
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Ep 870: The Johnny Carson Secrets Hollywood Never Told — Until Now!
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Today on The Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T., Linda Mitchell welcomes Mark Malkoff — comedian, writer, filmmaker, podcaster, and the author of Love Johnny Carson: One Obsessive Fan’s Journey to Find the Genius Behind the Legend. Mark has spent years exploring late-night television, comedy history, and what makes pop culture icons truly resonate with audiences. In this episode, Mark shares the fascinating story of why Johnny Carson became one of the most beloved figures in American television, how Carson’s unique blend of humor and humanity shaped late night for decades, and what it means...
info_outlineWelcome back to The Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T., where we help women step into strength, vitality, and purpose — body, mind, and spirit.
Today’s guest is a leader in the science of brain health, immune function, and evidence-based nutrition. Dr. John E. Lewis, Ph.D., is the Founder and President of Dr Lewis Nutrition® and one of the most respected clinical researchers in his field. He has conducted more than 30 clinical trials, published over 180 peer-reviewed articles, and his groundbreaking Alzheimer’s study — featured in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease — helped spark his popular TEDxMiami talk and his mission to bring powerful, research-backed nutrition directly to the public.
After decades in academia, Dr. Lewis shifted from research to real-world impact, driven by one core belief: nutrition is our number one behavior for achieving and maintaining long-term health. For more than 27 years, he has lived what he teaches — a whole-food, plant-based diet, targeted supplementation, and a consistent, disciplined fitness routine.
In this conversation, we dive into the science and practical strategies that can help you protect your brain, strengthen your immune system, and take control of your health at any age.
WHAT WE COVER IN THIS EPISODE
Dr. Lewis’s personal journey
– What inspired him to pursue clinical nutrition research
– Key discoveries from his years at the University of Miami
– Why he chose to leave academia and create solutions for the public
The power of polysaccharides
– What polysaccharides are and why they matter for brain and immune function
– How plant-based sources like aloe vera and rice bran support cellular repair
– Why nutrient-dense compounds can outperform isolated supplements
Nutrition and long-term health
– The biggest problems with the standard American diet
– The role of chronic inflammation in disease
– How whole-food, plant-based nutrition supports cognitive longevity
Lifestyle, supplementation, and real-world habits
– The dietary and supplemental strategies Dr. Lewis uses personally
– Key nutrients that support immune and brain health
– His top five daily behaviors for long-term vitality
Simple steps to get started today
– How to determine which supplements are truly beneficial
– The most important action anyone can take right now to improve their health trajectory
LINKS & RESOURCES
Dr. Lewis Nutrition® — Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T. Discount
10% off: https://drlewisnutrition.com/sossweat
Dr. John E. Lewis — Research & Publications
Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=gWBxU6sAAAAJ
ResearchGate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/John-Lewis-24
TEDxMiami Talk
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KsPXD5YgWfE
LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-e-lewis-phd
Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/drlewisnutrition
YouTube Channel
https://www.youtube.com/@DrLewisNutrition