The Holistic GLP-1 Podcast with Elizabeth McGann
Stop doing GLP-1s wrong. Discover how to microdose, release weight and actually heal your body — on the world’s #1-ranked podcast for holistic GLP-1 weight loss. Elizabeth McGann, holistic nutritionist, life coach, and microdosing GLP-1 user, shows women how to reach their happy weight, balance hormones and get their sexy back by activating their body’s own GLP-1, often with less medication, or none at all. This isn’t just weight loss. It’s a full-life reboot! Through her signature program, Finally F*cking Free™, group and 1:1 coaching, she teaches The Holistic GLP-1 Method™ “where metabolic science meets intuition, and weight release becomes freedom in every dimension.
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GLP-1 Side Effects Aren’t Inevitable: How to Avoid Them (with Dr. Matthea Rentea)
12/30/2025
GLP-1 Side Effects Aren’t Inevitable: How to Avoid Them (with Dr. Matthea Rentea)
What if I told you that the side effects of nausea, constipation, muscle loss AND burnout on GLP-1s are not inevitable? That in many cases, they’re simply a sign the medication is being used the wrong way? In this week’s episode of The Holistic GLP-1 Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Matthea Rentea—a double board-certified obesity medicine physician who is quietly revolutionizing how GLP-1s are used in clinical practice. This is one of the most nuanced, compassionate and empowering conversations we’ve had about how using GLP-1 medications can be part of a true healing journey—not a crash-and-burn weight loss strategy. *** SHOW NOTES [ 00:00 ] Introduction [ 01:20 ] How GLP-1s Changed Obesity Medicine [ 05:05 ] Why Dr. Rentea Practices Holistic Medicine [ 06:45 ] Dosing Strategy: Why The “Lowest Effective Dose” Works Best [ 10:00 ] Carbohydrates, Insulin Resistance & Food Ordering [ 13:40 ] How to Identify Insulin Resistance Early [ 16:50 ] Why Side Effects Are Often Preventable [ 18:40 ] Protein, Fiber & Protecting Muscle and Longevity [ 22:20 ] Lean Mass vs. Skeletal Muscle Mass [ 25:20 ] Bone Health, Strength Training & Aging [ 28:30 ] Mindset, Identity & Behavior Change [ 33:10 ] Dr. Rentea’s Personal Weight Journey [ 36:20 ] Are GLP-1s Lifelong? [ 41:00 ] Can You “Re-sensitize” to GLP-1s? [ 45:10 ] Genetics, Satiety Signaling & Healing Shame [ 50:30 ] Supplements on a GLP-1 Journey [ 54:50 ] What Real Success Looks Like on GLP-1s *** 🔗 Mentioned in This Episode: CLICK HERE TO GET ⇒ Free Masterclass: Freedom From Food Noise: https://go.elizabethmcgann.com/start *** Get Connected with Elizabeth McGann: Coaching Website: http://www.ElizabethMcGann.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/elizabethmcgann Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethMcGannWellness LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethmcgann X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ElizabethMcGann *** Learn more about Dr. Matthea Rentea: Website: https://www.renteaclinic.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matthearenteamd/?hl=en
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Stop Plateauing on GLP-1s: The Metabolic Reset (with Dr. Dean Jones)
12/16/2025
Stop Plateauing on GLP-1s: The Metabolic Reset (with Dr. Dean Jones)
Why is it that nearly every woman hitting a GLP-1 weight-loss plateau thinks she needs more medication? And what if the real solution is actually… more metabolic health? I hear this all the time when I’m coaching clients inside our Finally F**king Free program. And the truth is—your body isn’t failing you. It’s signaling it needs deeper support. That’s why I brought on today’s guest, Dr. Dean Jones. He’s a holistic obesity specialist who understands metabolic repair because he’s lived this journey himself. And what I love is how aligned his philosophy is with what we teach here—using GLP-1s as a tool, not a crutch. Today we’re diving into what actually causes plateaus, how to get unstuck without starving or losing muscle, and why lower doses combined with a holistic approach create the most sustainable transformation. So let’s get into it! *** SHOW NOTES [ 00:00 ] Introduction [ 02:05 ] Meet Dr. Dean Jones [ 04:35 ] Emotional Eating, Food Noise & GLP-1s [ 06:40 ] Fasting Before GLP-1s [ 09:40 ] Discovering Intermittent & Extended Fasting [ 10:40 ] Using GLP-1s for Maintenance (Not Dependence) [ 11:00 ] The FLOA Method: “Fasting Like Our Ancestors” [ 12:20 ] Muscle Loss, GLP-1s & Fasting Myths [ 14:10 ] Weekly Therapeutic Fasting Explained [ 16:30 ] Why GLP-1s “Stop Working” [ 17:05 ] Are Most People Using GLP-1s Wrong? [ 19:05 ] Metabolic Health > More Medication [ 20:35 ] What You Can Do Today [ 22:10 ] The Metabolic Reset Phase [ 22:40 ] How Many Calories Are “Right” on GLP-1s? [ 26:15 ] Relearning Hunger Without Fear [ 28:30 ] The Mindset Behind Sustainable Weight Loss [ 31:20 ] Complementary Peptides & GLP-1s [ 35:30 ] Why Lower GLP-1 Doses Are a Strategic Advantage [ 39:40 ] Coaching, Accountability & Long-Term Success [ 42:10 ] What Dr. Jones Is Most Excited About Next [ 44:15 ] Final Reflections & Closing *** 🔗 Mentioned in This Episode: Learn how to activate GLP-1 naturally and silence cravings! CLICK HERE TO GET ⇒ Free Masterclass: Freedom From Food Noise: https://go.elizabethmcgann.com/start *** Get Connected with Elizabeth McGann: Coaching Website: http://www.ElizabethMcGann.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/elizabethmcgann Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethMcGannWellness LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethmcgann X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ElizabethMcGann *** Learn more about Dr. Dean Jones: Website: https://coloradomedicalsolutions.com/about-us/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrJonesDC
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Eat Like a GLP-1 Super Responder (with Erin Palinski-Wade)
11/24/2025
Eat Like a GLP-1 Super Responder (with Erin Palinski-Wade)
Welcome back to The Holistic GLP-1 Podcast— where we elevate your GLP-1 journey and your whole life: body, mind, and soul. One question I get asked constantly when I start working with a new client in our practice is: 'Why am I doing everything right but still not seeing results?'—If you’re feeling stuck, I want you to know you are not broken. There’s just some things you need to learn. And that’s why I brought on our guest today Erin Palinski-Wade —she’s a serious badass - a powerhouse registered dietitian, certified diabetes specialist (this women understand blood sugar which you’ll learn is the secret to success on an off of GLP-1) she’s a bestselling author, and scientific advisor to my favorite tracking app MyFitnessPal. We get into some topics you’ll definitely find enlightening…including what it means to be an elite “super-responder” on a GLP-1, and how to eat like one. Before we dive in — if you’re ready jumpstart your success and learn how to do GLP-1s the right way, grab my free Freedom From Food Noise Masterclass in the show notes. So let’s get into it! SHOW NOTES [ 00:00 ] Introduction [ 02:00 ] GLP-1s Are a Tool (Not the Whole Plan) [ 05:00 ] Eating Like a Super Responder [ 08:15 ] How Much Protein Do You Really Need? [ 10:40 ] Can You Trigger GLP-1 Naturally? Yes. [ 14:20 ] Insulin Resistance: The Silent Blocker [ 18:50 ] Why Some People Only Need a Microdose [ 22:50 ] How to Avoid Losing Muscle (and Crushing Metabolism) [ 28:30 ] Perimenopause, Menopause & Carb Targets [ 34:00 ] Should You Get a DEXA Scan? [ 40:40 ] How to Maintain Results After Stopping GLP-1s [ 44:20 ] Mindset for Lasting Change (No More “Perfection”) [ 51:00 ] Erin’s Work + Inspiration *** 🔗 Mentioned in This Episode: Learn how to activate GLP-1 naturally and silence cravings! CLICK HERE TO GET ⇒ Free Masterclass: Freedom From Food Noise: https://go.elizabethmcgann.com/start *** Get Connected with Elizabeth McGann: Coaching Website: http://www.ElizabethMcGann.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/elizabethmcgann Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethMcGannWellness LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethmcgann X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ElizabethMcGann *** Learn more about Erin Palinski-Wade: Website: https://erinpalinski.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erinpalinskiwade/?hl=en
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The Future of GLP-1: Retatrutide, Revita & Rejuva (with David Knapp)
11/11/2025
The Future of GLP-1: Retatrutide, Revita & Rejuva (with David Knapp)
Sometimes the breakthrough isn’t in doing more — it’s in letting go. In this week’s episode of The Holistic GLP-1 Podcast, we sit down with David Knapp, creator of On The Pen and author of Decoding GLP-1 — two of the most influential sources of news, science and soul in the GLP-1 conversation. Together, we explore: ● What’s coming next — from gene-therapy-based weight loss drugs to Retatrutide, the most powerful GLP-1 yet; ● the evolving FDA position on compounding and access ● David’s inspiring personal journey — how giving up alcohol reignited his metabolic health and spiritual purpose If you want to hear about the latest developments in the GLP-1 space and an inspiring story of what it’s like to overcome a lifetime of struggling with your weight… this podcast is for you! SHOW NOTES [ 00:00 ] Introduction [ 02:00 ] Living With Obesity & the Moment of Change [ 06:00 ] Keto, CGMs, and Hitting a Wall [ 10:00 ] The Heart Scare & Spiritual Wake-Up Call [ 15:00 ] Alcohol, Healing & Weight Re-Ignition [ 19:00 ] What Mounjaro Taught Him [ 23:00 ] GLP-1 Myths & Misunderstandings [ 27:00 ] Heart Failure Story & Faith [ 31:00 ] The Spiritual Side of Weight Release [ 37:00 ] Emotional Regulation & Nervous System Reset [ 43:00 ] Breaking News: Gene Therapy and Revita/Rejuva programs from Fractal Health [ 48:00 ] Retatrutide: The Triple Hormone Game-Changer [ 54:00 ] Muscle Preservation, Compounding & FDA Policy [ 59:00 ] Community, Advocacy & “On The Pen” [ 1:03:00 ] Closing Reflections *** Key Takeaways – Alcohol may be an under-recognized root cause of metabolic resistance. – GLP-1 therapy restores “normal fullness” and food peace. – Retatrutide and Rejuva could redefine obesity care by teaching the body to heal itself. – Faith, community, and science together drive lasting transformation. *** 🔗 Mentioned in This Episode: Learn how to activate GLP-1 naturally and silence cravings! CLICK HERE TO GET ⇒ Free Masterclass: Freedom From Food Noise: https://go.elizabethmcgann.com/start *** Get Connected with Elizabeth McGann: Coaching Website: http://www.ElizabethMcGann.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/elizabethmcgann Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethMcGannWellness LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethmcgann X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ElizabethMcGann *** Learn more about David Knapp: Website: https://www.onthepen.com/ Decoding GLP-1 on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Dave-Knapp/author/B0DQQBXL1J?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=fcb8f5d5-741a-4db8-bc76-9eb87c654414
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How GLP-1s Transform Obesity into a Treatable Disease (with Kim Carlos)
10/28/2025
How GLP-1s Transform Obesity into a Treatable Disease (with Kim Carlos)
In one of the most emotionally raw and empowering conversations yet, we sit down with Kim Carlos—host of the award-winning Plus Sidez Podcast— for an unforgettable deep dive into how GLP-1 medications are changing the way the world understands obesity. Kim’s journey began with a lifetime of diets, shame and self-blame, until a single prescription flipped the switch. The “food noise” that had dominated her thoughts since childhood finally went silent. What followed was nothing short of transformational: 110 pounds lost, mental clarity restored, and a mission to educate millions that obesity is not a moral failing but rather a chronic, treatable disease. We This get into some other juicy and eye-opening details, including the real obstacles preventing affordable access to GLP-1s; the controversial “Gray Market” for these medications; and what ultimately happens when self-compassion replaces self-blame. This podcast sheds real light on both the science and the humanity behind GLP-1s. So let’s dive in! SHOW NOTES [ 00:00 ] Introduction [ 03:45 ] Kim’s Childhood Weight Struggles [ 07:30 ] College trauma and major weight gain [ 11:15 ] Pregnancy, loss and plateau [ 15:00 ] Pandemic injury and a compassionate clinician [ 18:45 ] Starting GLP-1 therapy [ 22:15 ] Silencing the “Food Noise” [ 26:00 ] Understanding food noise vs. cravings [ 30:00 ] Birth of The Plus Sides Podcast [ 33:45 ] Community education during shortages [ 37:30 ] Media whiplash and Weight Watchers’ pivot [ 41:00 ] From weight loss to holistic health [ 45:00 ] Debate: treatment vs. cure [ 48:45 ] Bridging holistic and clinical models [ 52:15 ] Stigma and the myth of the shortcut [ 56:00 ] Rosie O’Donnell impact and advocacy wins [ 59:45 ] Capitol Hill and systemic change [ 63:30 ] The economics of access [ 67:15 ] Social-media responsibility [ 71:00 ] The emotional aftermath of transformation [ 74:30 ] Hope, realism and maintenance [ 78:00 ] Closing reflections *** 🔗 Mentioned in This Episode: Learn how to activate GLP-1 naturally and silence cravings! CLICK HERE TO GET ⇒ Free Masterclass: Freedom From Food Noise: https://go.elizabethmcgann.com/start *** Get Connected with Elizabeth McGann: Coaching Website: http://www.ElizabethMcGann.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/elizabethmcgann Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethMcGannWellness LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethmcgann X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ElizabethMcGann *** Learn more about Kim Carlos: Website: https://theplussidez.net/ Instagram: hhttps://www.instagram.com/theplussidezpodcast/
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How GLP-1s Are Changing the Future for Breast Cancer Patients (with Dr. Andrew Shapiro)
10/13/2025
How GLP-1s Are Changing the Future for Breast Cancer Patients (with Dr. Andrew Shapiro)
Welcome back to The Holistic GLP-1 Podcast—the number-one show on Spotify and Apple Podcasts exploring a healthy and mindful approach to GLP-1 technologies, before, during and after the use of the actual medication. Today, we’re joined by Dr. Andrew Shapiro, a leading breast-cancer surgeon and Medical Director of Advanced Surgical Physicians in Palm Beach County, Florida. Dr. Shapiro shares how GLP-1 medications like semaglutide and tirzepatide are transforming life after breast cancer—helping women regain metabolic balance, body confidence and a renewed sense of health. Together, we discuss the intersection of hormones, inflammation and weight management; why estrogen and insulin play pivotal roles in midlife health; and how a personalized, mindful approach to GLP-1 therapy can protect muscle, improve energy and promote lasting wellness. If you’ve ever wondered how GLP-1s fit into holistic cancer recovery and women’s hormonal health — this episode will change the way you think about healing from the inside out. SHOW NOTES [ 00:00 ] Introduction [ 01:30 ] Dr. Shapiro’s personal story; his wife’s autoimmune illness and first-hand success with GLP-1s [ 03:35 ] Integrating GLP-1s into breast-cancer follow-up care; addressing post-treatment weight gain and hormonal medications [ 06:20 ] Safe timing for GLP-1 use after cancer treatment; improving quality of life for survivors [ 09:00 ] Sugar, metabolism & cancer growth; nutrition principles for cancer prevention and recovery [ 12:30 ] Mindset, lifestyle & community support in holistic healing [ 15:00 ] GLP-1 benefits beyond diabetes [ 18:20 ] Nutritional guidance: protein first, hydration, mindful eating [ 21:20 ] Individualized dosing & compounded tirzepatide; role of B12 and glycine for energy and muscle support [ 25:00 ] Preserving lean muscle mass and simple at-home strength training [ 28:00 ] Estrogen, obesity, and breast-cancer risk [ 31:00 ] Insulin regulation, menopause, and hormonal balance [ 34:30 ] Evolving approaches to menopause care and hormone therapy [ 37:00 ] Tapering off GLP-1 medications & long-term maintenance [ 40:00 ] Future applications of GLP-1s in autoimmune and metabolic medicine [ 43:00 ] Integration of bariatric surgery and medical weight management [ 46:00 ] Closing message: empowering women to thrive after breast cancer *** 🔗 Mentioned in This Episode: Learn how to activate GLP-1 naturally and silence cravings! CLICK HERE TO GET ⇒ Free Masterclass: Freedom From Food Noise: *** Get Connected with Elizabeth McGann: Coaching Website: Instagram: Facebook: LinkedIn: X/Twitter: *** Learn more about Dr. Andrew Shapiro & His Practice: Website: Instagram:
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Hypnosis, GLP-1s and the Hidden Traps that Prevent Lasting Weight Loss (with Rita Black)
10/01/2025
Hypnosis, GLP-1s and the Hidden Traps that Prevent Lasting Weight Loss (with Rita Black)
In this episode of The Holistic GLP-1 Podcast, we delve into the fascinating intersection between hypnosis, mindset and GLP-1 technology with our guest Rita Black. Rita is a renowned hypnotherapist and cognitive coach who has spent nearly two decades helping people rewire their subconscious minds to break free from the patterns that keep them stuck. Together we explore why so many people unknowingly sabotage their weight-loss journeys, the three hidden traps of the subconscious that can derail success, and how to transform the inner critic into an inner coach. We also talk about the power of identity shifts, quieting food noise, and how GLP-1s can serve as a unique window of opportunity for lasting change. Get ready—this is a conversation packed with insight and practical tools that can truly reshape the way you approach weight release. SHOW NOTES [ 00:00 ] Introduction [ 02:00 ] Rita Black’s Story: Rita shares her journey from smoker and weight struggler to hypnotherapist, and how hypnosis unlocked her long-term health. [ 06:50 ] Diets Fail Because the Subconscious Wins: Rita explains why diets rarely stick, how identity drives behavior, and why 88% of the brain operates on autopilot. [ 10:30 ] Weight Struggler vs. Weight Learner Identity: Identity as the first subconscious trap; how shifting from “struggler” to “learner” changes everything. [ 14:00 ] How to Build Respect for Yourself: Instead of chasing perfection, Rita shows how to value micro-successes and self-compassion that reinforce long-term weight release. [ 18:25 ] The Inner Critic, the Rebel & the Coach: The second subconscious trap emerges. Rita shares vivid stories of how the critic and rebel sabotage progress—and how the inner coach rewires self-talk. [ 24:00 ] Coaching Yourself in Real Time: Practical examples of how to reframe setbacks, stop food guilt spirals, and build inner dialogue that supports consistency. [ 28:30 ] Trap #3: Short-Term Focus - the allure of crash diets and how the quick-fix mentality derails lasting success. [ 33:00 ] Skills That Stick: Mind skills, weight skills, and environment skills—learn how these pillars create a permanent foundation for weight mastery. [ 37:00 ] Hypnosis Explained: demystifying hypnosis, addressing myths and showing how it taps the subconscious to accelerate transformation. [ 41:00 ] Real-Life Success Stories of hypnosis breakthroughs—from quieting food noise to overcoming decades of diet cycling. [ 43:00 ] GLP-1s as a Window of Opportunity: how GLP-1s reduce food noise and cravings, creating the perfect environment to integrate mindset work. [ 48:00 ] Emotional Eating & the Carb Zombie: how certain foods act like addictive triggers, how to identify your personal “carb zombie,” and strategies to neutralize it. [ 55:00 ] Identity Shifts in Action: How clients reframe themselves as learners and coaches—unlocking freedom from shame and guilt. [ 01:00:00 ] Loving Yourself Down the Scale: Why lasting weight release isn’t just about the number—it’s about cultivating identity, resilience, and inner freedom. [ 01:07:00 ] Closing Insights & Resources: Rita and Elizabeth wrap up with practical takeaways and an invitation to Rita’s free hypnosis masterclass at shiftweightmastery.com 🔗 Mentioned in This Episode: Learn how to activate GLP-1 naturally and silence cravings! CLICK HERE TO GET ⇒ Free Masterclass: Freedom From Food Noise: https://go.elizabethmcgann.com/start *** Get Connected with Elizabeth McGann: Coaching Website: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/elizabethmcgann Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethMcGannWellness LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethmcgann X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ElizabethMcGann *** Learn more about Rita Black: Website: https://maketheshiftnow.com/ From Fat to Thin Thinking (book on Amazon): https://www.amazon.com/Fat-Thin-Thinking-Unlock-Permanent/dp/0999678205 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ritablack/
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The Truth on Food Noise, Artificial Sweeteners and GLP-1 Muscle Loss (with Dr. Michael Greger)
09/15/2025
The Truth on Food Noise, Artificial Sweeteners and GLP-1 Muscle Loss (with Dr. Michael Greger)
In this episode of The Holistic GLP-1 Podcast, we welcome world-renowned physician, bestselling author, and founder of , Dr. Michael Greger. Known for his evidence-based, straight-shooting approach to nutrition and lifestyle medicine, Dr. Greger provides a clear look at the most pressing questions surrounding GLP-1 medications, their promises and pitfalls in a 2025 context and beyond. Key topics here include: the truth about food noise, the metabolic downsides of artificial sweeteners, and the very real concern of disproportionate lean muscle loss while taking these drugs. We also consider how natural foods and spices like turmeric, cinnamon and even vinegar can naturally stimulate GLP-1 in the body, and why strength training may be your single most important ally to protect your health while taking these medications. If you’ve ever wondered whether GLP-1s can be a bridge to better habits—or just a prescription for a lifelong pharmaceutical plan—you won’t want to miss this refreshingly direct conversation with Dr. Michael Greger. So, without furthers ado, let’s get into it! *** SHOW NOTES [ 00:00 ] Introduction [ 02:00 ] Why GLP-1s Are Different: How these drugs deliver unprecedented weight loss compared to past “miracle” pills. [ 06:50 ] Benefits & Risks: GLP-1 effects beyond weight loss, including heart health, and why they should be a last resort when other methods fail. [ 09:20 ] Lifelong Prescription: Weight loss plateaus after a year; discussion of using GLP-1s as a short-term bridge to better habits. [ 14:50 ] Restoring Hope: How GLP-1s show patients their bodies aren’t “broken,” inspiring lifestyle change. [ 16:10 ] Natural Boosters: Turmeric, cinnamon, cayenne, vinegar, and greens can naturally stimulate GLP-1. [ 17:10 ] Microdosing Debate: Elizabeth raises the topic of microdosing; Dr. Greger stresses no clinical trials exist to confirm its safety or benefit. [ 22:60 ] Plant-Based Support: Fiber-rich greens, legumes, and whole foods help restore GLP-1 signaling. [ 27:40 ] Diets vs. Lifestyle: Why diets fail and why permanent change, guided by the Daily Dozen, is key. [ 29:10 ] Muscle Loss Risk: Up to 40% of weight lost on GLP-1s can be muscle — strength training is essential. [ 30:10 ] Super Responders: Some thrive, others don’t respond at all — science hasn’t yet explained why. [ 31:40 ] Food Noise: How processed food and marketing fuel cravings, and why GLP-1s quiet them. [ 34:10 ] Artificial Sweeteners: How stevia, sucralose and others sweeteners disrupt metabolism and worsen appetite. [ 36:40 ] Low-Glycemic Eating: Stable blood sugar supports appetite control; whole foods work best. [ 41:40 ] Weight Regain: Stopping GLP-1s often leads to fat regain and frailty without lifestyle change. [ 44:40 ] Tapering Off GLP-1s: No studies exist; tapering remains an open question worth exploring. [ 47:10 ] Looking Ahead: Dr. Greger previews his next book: How Not to Hurt on lifestyle approaches to pain management. [ 48:40 ] Closing: A balanced perspective in a polarized field; Dr. Greger praises the podcast’s approach. *** 🔗 Mentioned in This Episode: Learn how to activate GLP-1 naturally and silence cravings! CLICK HERE TO GET ⇒ Free Masterclass: Freedom From Food Noise: *** Get Connected with Elizabeth McGann: Coaching Website: Instagram: Facebook: LinkedIn: X/Twitter: *** Learn more about Dr. Michael Greger: Official Website: Dr. Greger’s Daily Dozen: Podcast: X Account: Instagram: Best-Selling Books on Amazon:
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Next-Gen GLP-1 Stack: CGM, Peptides & Psilocybin (w/Lauren Sambataro)
08/25/2025
Next-Gen GLP-1 Stack: CGM, Peptides & Psilocybin (w/Lauren Sambataro)
In today's installment of The Holistic GLP-1 Podcast, we’re celebrating a milestone—Episode # 50—with a very special returning guest, functional health expert and Biohacker Babes co-host Lauren Sambataro. Some of you may remember Lauren from way back in December 2022, when she joined us for a masterclass on biohacking metabolism with continuous glucose monitors. Almost three years later, she’s back—and this time, we’re going even further… In today’s episode, we explore the cutting edge of metabolic health: how CGMs can guide a personalized approach to GLP-1s, why microdosing peptides might be the key to long-term success, and how psilocybin and mycology integration can shift not only your biology but your mindset and soulscape. We talk about protein, hormones, emotional eating and the future of biohacking—all with the help of Lauren’s signature clarity and insight. 📌 Whether you're on a GLP-1 journey or just starting to optimize your health, this episode will give you the tools and mindset shifts to move forward with clarity, precision and compassion. So, take a breath, settle in, and enjoy the show! *** CLICK HERE TO GET ==> FREE "Freedom From Food Noise" Masterclass: *** SHOW NOTES: [ 00:00 ] Introduction [ 01:55 ] The Bigger Picture of Metabolic Health: How Lauren’s focus has expanded from food to environmental toxins and chronic stress as primary drivers of dysregulation. [ 06:00 ] Food Noise & Real-Time Data from CGMs: How stress (not just food) impacts blood sugar and how CGMs can help track it. [ 10:40 ] Toxins, Testing & Metabolic Triggers: From heavy metals to mold exposure, Lauren walks through how to investigate toxin load and when to go deeper with functional testing. [ 11:56 ] GLP-1s & the Case for Microdosing: Both Elizabeth and Lauren advocate for minimum effective dosing, how CGMs can guide it and why metabolic health should come first. [ 15:14 ] Why So Many People Plateau on GLP-1s: Lauren explains the flattening effect of GLP-1s on the body’s metabolism, and why the "magic pill" approach can only go so far without habit change. [ 20:00 ] Weight as a Symptom, Not the Problem: Weight gain is not the issue, but the result of deeper imbalances like stress, toxins and poor recovery. [ 23:34 ] What a CGM Can Reveal About You: From food sensitivities and stress to sleep and exercise response, CGMs are “lifestyle monitors” that decode your body’s feedback. [ 29:35 ] A Balanced Take on GLP-1s: Lauren’s nuanced view is a must-hear for anyone weighing the pros and cons of these medications. [ 31:20 ] Peptide Treatments Beyond GLP-1: Lauren shares her take on the peptide boom, her cautious optimism on where it is going and why lifestyle interventions must come first. [ 43:42 ] Psilocybin to Treat Emotional Eating? Lauren introduces the concept of mycology integration, how microdosing mushrooms can quiet food noise and rewire emotional triggers. [ 47:27 ] How to Get Started with Psychedelic Support: Lauren recommends the platform she partners with as a useful way of beginning. [ 50:32 ] Sub-Perceptual Dosing and Presence: How microdosing can help you slow down, rewire decision patterns and reclaim connection to your body’s innate intelligence. [ 52:56 ] Spiritual Intelligence & the Soul of Weight Loss: Being fully present is spiritual, Lauren says, and that connection can be the missing key to stainable transformation. [ 57:22 ] What’s Next for Lauren Sambataro: Lauren reflects on shifting from chronic illness cases to deeper emotional healing, microdosing and slowing down personally. [ 58:28 ] About the Biohacker Babes Podcast: Lauren and her sister co-host a top-ranked podcast on hormones, energy and functional health. 305 episodes and counting! *** Get Connected with Elizabeth McGann: Coaching Website: http://www.ElizabethMcGann.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/elizabethmcgann Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethMcGannWellness LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethmcgann X/Twitter: *** Learn more about Lauren Sambataro Website: https://laurensambataro.com/ Instagram: @lauren_sambataro
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Keto + GLP-1s: The Secret to Microdosing? (with Maria Emmerich)
08/01/2025
Keto + GLP-1s: The Secret to Microdosing? (with Maria Emmerich)
In this powerful and practical episode, host Elizabeth McGann welcomes Maria Emmerich, a 22x bestselling author, nutritionist and renowned voice in the keto and carnivore community. Together, they unpack how to eat in a way that supports GLP-1 hormone signaling, muscle preservation and sustainable fat loss—whether you're taking GLP-1 peptides or not. Maria shares science-backed strategies that have helped thousands reclaim their health, overcome food noise, and lose hundreds of pounds—without drugs. *** CLICK HERE TO GET ==> FREE "Freedom From Food Noise" Masterclass: https://go.elizabethmcgann.com/start *** SHOW NOTES: [ 00:00 ] Introduction [ 01:45 ] Meet Maria Emmerich: Nutritionist, keto queen, bestselling author of 22+ books [ 02:40 ] What “keto” really means—and why protein is the most important macro [ 04:00 ] Fat vs. carbs: What to eat after you hit your protein target [ 05:20 ] How keto improves metabolism, GLP-1 signaling, and brain health [ 06:34 ] The thermic effect of protein & its role in stimulating GLP-1 naturally [ 08:00 ] Protein vs. medication: “Spend the money on good food, not drugs” [ 08:44 ] Taking GLP-1? Here’s how to prevent muscle loss on the medication [ 09:40 ] What is a Protein Sparing Modified Fast—and why it works [ 11:00 ] Stretching vs. strength training: what really preserves muscle [ 12:33 ] Behavior change > medication: Why binge eating isn’t always about food [ 13:25 ] Why most GLP-1 doses are too high and what happens when protein makes you nauseous [ 14:45 ] The case for microdosing GLP-1 peptides—paired with the right diet [ 15:41 ] What is Allulose? Maria’s favorite GLP-1 stimulating sweetener [ 17:06 ] Maria’s personal transformation: PCOS, depression, and curing herself with keto [ 19:00 ] From coffee shop to Halle Berry’s bookshelf: Maria’s origin story [ 20:45 ] Carnivore diet explained: Busting myths and cutting through plant propaganda [ 21:55 ] Why steak has 10x the nutrients of kale and blueberries [ 25:13 ] Butter on steak? Why too much saturated fat may backfire on your metabolic health [ 27:11 ] How much protein you need (and where to calculate it for free) → Visit: for Maria’s macro calculator [ 30:45 ] Are you using GLP-1 meds as a crutch or a tool for behavior change? [ 32:25 ] “I have a recipe for everything”: Why healing your relationship with food starts in your kitchen [ 33:45 ] Is keto too expensive or time-consuming? Maria debunks the biggest myths [ 35:36 ] Marathon mindset: How to take small steps and build lifelong dietary changes [ 37:17 ] Breakfast matters: Why a protein-packed start stabilizes hunger all day [ 39:51 ] Babies are born in ketosis: Debunking the myth that keto is dangerous [ 41:08 ] HRT & menopause: Why keto alone can’t fully balance your hormones [ 44:29 ] Where to find HRT guidance [ 46:12 ] What estrogen does for your skin, bones, heart, and brain [ 47:05 ] Working with Halle Berry, writing 22 books, and riding whales in Maui [ 52:01 ] Inside Maria’s global keto retreats (India, Greece, Bali, and beyond!) [ 53:30 ] The best place to start: Maria’s flagship book Keto: The Complete Guide to Success → Available via *** Get Connected with Elizabeth McGann: Coaching Website: http://www.ElizabethMcGann.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/elizabethmcgann Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethMcGannWellness LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethmcgann X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ElizabethMcGann *** Learn more about Maria Emmerich: Website: https://mariamindbodyhealth.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mariaemmerich/
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The Hidden Heart Benefits of GLP-1s (with Dr. Ralph DeFronzo)
06/30/2025
The Hidden Heart Benefits of GLP-1s (with Dr. Ralph DeFronzo)
In this breakthrough episode, Dr. Ralph DeFronzo—one of the most respected names in metabolic health—joins Elizabeth to discuss the real story behind GLP-1 medications. If you’ve ever wondered: Do I have to stay on GLP-1s forever? Are lower doses (or “microdoses”) actually effective? Can I activate GLP-1 naturally—without prescriptions? Is it really safe for long-term use? …this episode gives you honest answers, straight from an expert who helped define modern diabetes treatment. Dr. D explains how GLP-1s not only facilitate weight loss by reducing one’s appetite, but also protect your heart, liver, brain and kidneys—and why most people overlook this crucial benefit. You’ll learn what makes someone a “super responder,” the link between cortisol and weight loss resistance, and how to finally quiet “Food Noise” for good. ✨ *** CLICK HERE TO GET ==> FREE "Freedom From Food Noise" Masterclass: *** SHOW NOTES: [ 00:00 ] Introduction [ 01:45 ] GLP-1s: Not just for weight loss—they also protect your heart, liver, kidneys & brain [ 03:40 ] People often forget: GLP-1s were originally created to treat diabetes [ 07:35 ] Are low doses (aka “microdosing”) effective? DeFronzo’s take on trending wellness practices [ 10:55 ] Significant benefits of GLP-1s for non-diabetics [ 13:25 ] How much weight do you really need to lose to help your heart? The 10% threshold explained [ 15:55 ] “Weighted” Question: Once on them, do you need to be on GLP-1s forever? The real answer from an expert who knows [ 19:30 ] Why diet and exercise alone don’t work long-term for most people—and what actually does work [ 22:30 ] Can you “reverse” diabetes or insulin resistance naturally? The symptoms, YES... but it’s complicated! [ 25:00 ] How GLP-1s reduce inflammation and rewire your metabolism at the cellular level [ 28:00 ] The truth about “natural” GLP-1 boosters like berberine, fiber and protein [ 31:00 ] Dr. DeFronzo’s surprising eating habit—and what it reveals about fasting myths [ 35:00 ] How GLP-1s may help food addiction by rewiring brain circuitry [ 39:45 ] Insights from four-year safety data: What we do and don’t know about long-term use [ 42:00 ] Black box warnings and thyroid cancer risk—what’s real and what’s hype? [ 44:50 ] Can someone taper off of GLP-1s successfully? Who are the 10–15% that do—and how? [ 49:00 ] Will future GLP-1s render current meds obsolete? Why retatrutide may change the game [ 56:00 ] Super-responders vs. non-responders—and the cortisol connection you’ve never heard [ 59:00 ] Why Dr. DeFronzo thinks the next big breakthrough will be insulin-sensitizers [ 01:02:00 ] Final thoughts: a hopeful but cautionary note about access, cost and a new generation of GLP-1s on the way *** 🔗 Mentioned in This Episode: Learn how to activate GLP-1 naturally and silence cravings! CLICK HERE TO GET ⇒ Free Masterclass: Freedom From Food Noise: *** Get Connected with Elizabeth McGann: Coaching Website: Instagram: Facebook: LinkedIn: X/Twitter: *** Learn more about Dr. Ralph DeFronzo: University of Texas Health San Antonio Bio : Appearance on Dr. Peter Attia’s THE DRIVE Podcast: Dr. DeFronzo’s Work: Just Google him—you’ll find over 900 scientific publications!
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GLP-1's Secret Ally: No Sugar (with Michael Collins)
06/01/2025
GLP-1's Secret Ally: No Sugar (with Michael Collins)
Could sugar be the real addiction holding you back on your GLP-1 weight loss journey? Join host Elizabeth McGann and “The Sugar-Free Man” Michael Collins—founder of SugarAddiction.com and the Quit Sugar Summit—for an unfiltered look at why cutting sugar might be the fastest path to healing your metabolism, resetting your hormones and getting off GLP-1 drugs for good. Michael shares the shocking truth about how sugar lights up the same brain pathways as cocaine, why it’s not just willpower, and how 41,000+ people have successfully detoxed with his protocol. Whether you're currently on a full GLP-1 prescription, microdosing, all-natural or simply curious, this episode will change how you think about cravings, Food Noise and what your body actually needs to release weight. 🎯 In This Episode You’ll Learn: Why GLP-1 meds are just a tool—and how to wean off them naturally The shocking truth about how sugar hijacks your brain What counts as “sugar” (spoiler: it’s more than cookies) How to detox safely and finally end "Food Noise" The link between sugar, trauma, and emotional self-soothing SHOW NOTES [ 01:44 ] Meet Michael Collins, the “Sugar-Free Man” who’s helped over 41,000 people break free from sugar’s grip—without shame or willpower wars. [ 02:22 ] Raised on sugar, numbing with it for years, and then getting sober—Michael shares how emotional pain often hides in plain sight…in your cravings. [ 04:24 ] Food noise, food guilt, and food obsession—where it really comes from and why your brain might be hardwired to seek sugar. [ 05:52 ] The uncomfortable truth: sugar acts like a drug in the brain. Here’s how it hijacks your mood, your hormones, and your ability to feel full. [ 09:33 ] Two-thirds of the population is hooked—but no one wants to admit it. Michael breaks down the real numbers and what people are too ashamed to say out loud. [ 13:41 ] Backed by science: sugar lights up the same brain pathways as cocaine. The reward loop is real—and you can’t think your way out of it. [ 15:05 ] Mental fog, low energy, and memory issues? Sugar might be shrinking your brain. Metabolic psychiatry is rewriting the conversation on addiction and aging. [ 17:33 ] Why sugar isn’t just cookies. It’s hidden in “healthy” foods—fruit juice, bread, potatoes, dried fruit. If you’ve quit sweets but still feel cravings, this is why. [ 20:16 ] How 5-year-olds are ending up with fatty liver—and what that means for your hormones, metabolism and longevity. [ 23:40 ] You think you’re being “good” by cutting back—but even small amounts of sugar can trigger a cascade that sets you back. Why abstinence is easier than moderation. [ 30:03 ] For some, GLP-1 can be a useful bridge. But real freedom comes when the sugar cravings disappear and the dose drops—or disappears too. [ 31:28 ] The detox that’s changed lives: no sugar, no flour, and no caffeine (yep, caffeine too) for 30 days. And why it works when nothing else does. [ 35:29 ] What to eat instead. The power of whole foods, healthy fats and removing the biochemical noise so your body can regulate hunger naturally. [ 39:10 ] Some foods keep your cravings on life support. What you need to know about nuts, dairy, and even fruit once you’re deep into your healing. [ 44:30 ] The deeper reason weight returns after success. If you’ve ever thought, “Why can’t I just stay on track?”—you'll need to hear this part. [ 49:00 ] This isn’t a diet. It’s a path to healing your brain, stabilizing your mood, and remembering who you are without the daily sugar hit. [ 52:16 ] Want to take the first step? Visit QuitSugarSummit.com to join Michael’s sugar detox or find group coaching. *** CLICK HERE TO GET ==> FREE "Freedom From Food Noise" Masterclass: https://go.elizabethmcgann.com/start *** Get Connected with Elizabeth McGann: Coaching Website: http://www.ElizabethMcGann.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/elizabethmcgann Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethMcGannWellness LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethmcgann X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ElizabethMcGann Learn more about: Michael Collins, “The Sugar-Free Man” Website: https://sugaraddiction.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realsugarfreeman/?hl=en The Last Resort Sugar Detox Book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Last-Resort-Sugar-Detox-Guide/dp/172922329X
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Microdosing GLP-1: Muscle, Metabolism & Sustainable Weight Loss (w/ Dr. Jaime Schehr)
04/29/2025
Microdosing GLP-1: Muscle, Metabolism & Sustainable Weight Loss (w/ Dr. Jaime Schehr)
What if your weight loss journey could be both powerful and sustainable—without sacrificing your body's muscle mass, metabolism or equilibrium? In the latest episode of The Holistic GLP-1 Podcast, Elizabeth sits down with Dr. Jaime Schehr, a nationally recognized naturopathic doctor and registered dietitian, to unpack the truth about using GLP-1 medications holistically. Together they explore how to microdose GLP-1 medications to avoid muscle loss; why supporting your body naturally is crucial (whether on the medication or not); and how real change comes from self-awareness—not shortcuts. You'll also learn why Food Noise happens, how to quiet it naturally, and what to prioritize if you're serious about sustainable, body-loving weight release long term. If you're a woman in perimenopause or menopause looking for a natural, soul-aligned path to weight loss, this episode is for you.✨ *** CLICK HERE TO GET ==> FREE "Freedom From Food Noise" Masterclass: *** SHOW NOTES: [ 00:00 ] Intro: Mind, Body & Soul Weight Release with Elizabeth [ 01:20 ] Redefining GLP-1: Not just about fast weight loss—it's about metabolic healing [ 02:20 ] Dr. Jaime’s first exposure to GLP-1 medications during the pandemic—and the “Hail Mary” experience that changed her mind about it [ 04:10 ] Why standard diets fail women in midlife, the perils of a “diet culture” and what everyone must understand about hormonal health [ 06:40 ] Activating your natural GLP-1: Fiber, gut health, strength training and strategic supplementation [ 08:00 ] Why fatigue—not nausea—is the biggest reason people fail on GLP-1 medications [ 10:30 ] Optimizing blood sugar balance: The key behind sustainable fat loss (with GLP-1s or not) [ 13:20 ] How low-carb eating supports microdosing success—and why ketogenic diets are challenging [ 17:00 ] Behavior change secrets: Why self-awareness is the foundation of lasting health [ 20:30 ] How to protect lean muscle mass while using GLP-1 (hint: strength training + protein!) [ 24:00 ] The dangers of high-dose GLP-1 regimens and crash weight loss [ 26:20 ] Using GLP-1 as a support tool, not a crutch—not simply for “fast weight loss” as most people think [ 29:20 ] Understanding Food Noise whether on or off GLP-1 medications: Is it just based on glucose spikes? [ 33:30 ] Dr. Schehr’s experience with patients getting off of GLP-1 medications [ 36:00 ] Finding the minimum effective dose—not the standard pharmaceutical prescription [ 38:00 ] How Bio.me supplements help support gut health, metabolism and GLP-1 weight loss success [ 41:00 ] The return to community, in-person wellness and holistic empowerment after the pandemic [ 42:45 ] The next 18 months, where to find Dr. Jaime Schehr and continue learning *** CLICK HERE TO GET ==> FREE "Freedom From Food Noise" Masterclass: *** Get Connected with Elizabeth McGann: Coaching Website: Instagram: Facebook: LinkedIn: X/Twitter: Learn more about Dr. Jaime Schehr: Website: Instagram: Bio.me Website:
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Hormone Therapy + GLP-1: The New Midlife Rx (with Dr. Suzanne Lenz)
04/01/2025
Hormone Therapy + GLP-1: The New Midlife Rx (with Dr. Suzanne Lenz)
In this action-packed episode, Elizabeth sits down with Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz to unpack the biggest misconceptions surrounding menopause, and introduce the concept of using GLP-1 medications in chorus with hormone replacement therapy for positive health (and weight-release) outcomes. An OB/GYN, Integrative Health Practitioner and author of Menopause Bootcamp, Dr. Suzanne’s insights sound like a battle cry for women to optimize their health and empower themselves and flourish as they age. Throughout the high-energy discussion, Elizabeth and Dr. Suzanne discuss the biggest myths about menopause, and dive into the real deal about HRT—what works, what doesn’t, and what you need to know if you’re thinking about adding it to your GLP-1 journey. If you’re interested in a holistic approach to GLP-1s, this combo could be a game changer—not just for weight loss, but for inflammation, energy and even long-term brain health. As Dr. Suzanne says, we seem to have entered the Wild West of discovering the full potential of GLP-1 agonist medications. So if you’ve been wondering how to feel better, think clearer, and actually release weight—body, mind, and soul—you’re going to want to give this one a listen! *** CLICK HERE TO GET ==> FREE MASTERCLASS - "Freedom From Food Noise": *** SHOW NOTES [ 00:00 ] Meet Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz, OB/GYN, integrative health pioneer, menopause educator and fierce truth-teller. [ 01:50 ] Not a pathology or a disease: breaking the biggest myths surrounding menopause [ 03:00 ] Hormone Therapy as an effective tool for menopause-age women, but not for everyone [ 05:00 ] About Menopause Bootcamp, the book and the women’s health movement [ 08:50 ] Hormone Therapy, bioidenticals, and taking a nutritional vs. HRT approach: what’s safe, what’s hype, and what every woman needs to know before choosing. [ 13:00 ] “I’m Doing Everything Right, But Still Struggling—Now What?” When lifestyle isn't enough and when to consider HRT [ 17:40 ] Why You Can’t Find a Good Menopause Doctor [ 23:00 ] Why Women Gain Belly Fat in Midlife (It’s Not Your Fault): the old dieting tricks no longer work when you are shifting into a new metabolism [ 27:00 ] Using GLP-1 medications and Hormone Therapy synergistically: What Dr. Suzanne thinks about semaglutide, longevity and the “wild west” of peptides. [ 30:15 ] Natural GLP-1 Support & the Role of Botanicals: how herbs and plants can support the journey—but aren’t always a replacement. [ 32:34 ] What Dr. Suzanne Really Thinks About the Politics of Healthcare and Women’s Health: a fiery take on the current cabinet picks, deregulation and reproductive rights. [ 36:00 ] The next 18 months: what’s next for Dr. Suzanne, her new practice launch, upcoming retreats and where to follow her online. *** Get Connected with Elizabeth McGann: CLICK HERE TO GET ==> FREE MASTERCLASS - "Freedom From Food Noise": Coaching Website: Instagram: Facebook: LinkedIn: X/Twitter: Learn more about Dr. Suzanne Gilberg Lenz: Website: Instagram: Menopause Bootcamp on Amazon:
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Natural GLP-1 Activation & Avoiding the "Seven Cs" (with Dr. Stan Guberman)
03/01/2025
Natural GLP-1 Activation & Avoiding the "Seven Cs" (with Dr. Stan Guberman)
In this episode of The Holistic GLP-1 Podcast, we are joined by the wonderful Dr. Stan Guberman, a licensed Chiropractic Physician and Certified Acupuncturist who holds two Diplomas in Nutrition that he’s put to excellent use over a 40-year career. I first discovered Dr. Guberman about a year ago when I was dealing with a health challenge and was looking for holistic solutions. I was so impressed by his wealth of naturopathic knowledge I just knew I had to share him with you. Throughout the discussion, Dr. G helps us consider natural alternatives to GLP-1 medications for weight loss purposes—including gems like Berberine and Yerba Mate tea. We also explore the optimal kind of diet and dietary supplements one could strongly consider when following a holistic GLP-1 program. As well as the so-called “Seven Cs” to avoid. Guberman wisely cautions against the notion of viewing GLP-1 treatments as a panacea to America’s obesity epidemic—reminding us that without a strong focus on the four pillars of sensible nutrition, most of the weight loss achieved by GLP-1 patients is likely to be fleeting and therefore unsuccessful. We cover some amazing ground on this podcast, including the very hot topic of micro-dosing GLP-1’s—that is utilizing only a “minimum effective dose” of these peptides for the healthiest and most long-term, sustainable benefits. So let’s get into it! *** CLICK HERE TO GET ==> FREE MASTERCLASS - "Freedom From Food Noise": *** SHOW NOTES 00:00 – Intro: The “7 Cs” to Avoid While Taking GLP-1 Medications 02:52 – Big Pharma vs. Natural Medicine: Will RFK Jr. be a game-changer to the toxic food industry? The battle against processed food and chemical additives. 04:48 – The Truth About Our Food Supply: Why U.S. food is laced with harmful chemicals & how Europe is leading the way in banning toxic additives. 06:44 – How to Choose the Right Supplements: Why blindly buying supplements at Whole Foods could be a mistake. 08:03 – Are You Addicted to Food? The truth about "food noise" and how to naturally rebalance hunger hormones like GLP-1. 10:53 – Why Big Pharma Fears Nutrition: How natural alternatives like berberine and Yerba Mate could replace prescription drugs. 13:45 – The Hidden Dangers of Organic Foods: What you should know before buying organic & why hydroponics might be a better option. 16:05 – GLP-1 Medications & America’s Obesity Crisis: The shocking truth about how much money is spent on weight loss drugs with an ongoing obesity epidemic. 19:18 – The Case for Microdosing GLP-1: Why smaller doses, combined with lifestyle changes, may be the key to sustainable weight loss. 21:36 – Natural GLP-1 Boosters: How to enhance weight loss with supplements like berberine, Yerba Mate, and fiber. 24:07 – What Your Bloodwork Says About Your Health: The key markers to watch for metabolic health, inflammation and vitamin deficiencies. 29:08 – The Menopause & Perimenopause Puzzle: Why hormone balancing has become unnecessarily complicated & nutritional recommendations 32:36 – The Best Natural Hormone Balancers: Should you microdose bioidentical hormones? A look at Phyto B, Siberian rhubarb, and natural alternatives. 35:25 – Ideal progression of treatment from “What are your symptoms?” to “What were your symptoms?” 39:51 – The Future of Cancer & Functional Medicine: Exciting research on alternative therapies, including venus fly trap extract & infrared therapy. 42:21 – Should Dr. Guberman start a podcast? He considers launching his own show & Elizabeth shares tips on getting started. 44:16 – Dr. Guberman’s Supplements for top-rated holistic health solutions. *** Get Connected with Elizabeth McGann: CLICK HERE TO GET ==> FREE MASTERCLASS - "Freedom From Food Noise": Coaching Website: Instagram: Facebook: LinkedIn: X/Twitter: Learn more about Dr. Stan Guberman: Website: Facebook: Instagram: X/Twitter:
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Weight, Trauma & Healing after the LA Fires: The Role of Ketamine Therapy (with Dr. Jenn Ellice)
02/01/2025
Weight, Trauma & Healing after the LA Fires: The Role of Ketamine Therapy (with Dr. Jenn Ellice)
This episode of The Holistic GLP-1 Podcast was recorded in the Los Angeles area in mid-January 2025, while the epically destructive LA fires were still burning. The interview subject was Dr. Jennifer Ellice, or “Dr. Jenn” as she is known at Golden Afternoon, the Ketamine clinic she owns and runs in Santa Monica—just a few miles away from where the Palisades Fire incinerated thousands of homes in one of the wealthiest zip codes in the United States. With those fires amounting to one of the worst natural disasters in American History, the topics of trauma and PTSD were intensely at the front of the discussion. Throughout the podcast, we explore how Ketamine works, and how people fresh from the experience of such traumas may directly benefit from this type of psychedelic therapy. We also discuss how Ketamine can produce a powerful and transformative healing effect on those suffering from more chronic issues like eating disorders, ongoing depression and anxiety. Dr. Jenn also specifically helps us understand how Ketamine therapy acts on the same “reward pathways” of the human brain as GLP-1 agonist medications like Ozempic and Mounjaro—and how a growing number of doctors are meaningfully prescribing Ketamine in conjunction with GLP-1 treatments for weight loss and other weight release purposes. CLICK HERE TO GET ==> FREE MASTERCLASS - "Freedom From Food Noise": *** SHOW NOTES [ 00:00 ] Intro [ 02:00 ] Golden Afternoon Clinic’s proximity to the LA Fires; reminiscent of PTSD during COVID-19 pandemic [ 05:00 ] How people with post-traumatic stress may benefit from Ketamine therapy [ 06:25 ] How Ketamine therapy works [ 08:00 ] In the 90s we discovered its rapid antidepressant and anxiety-breaking effects [ 09:00 ] Dr. Jenn’s experience: “People wake up transformed” [ 10:35 ] Ketamine therapy & neuroplasticity [ 12:45 ] Essential for therapeutic benefit, but difficult to study the nature of “the trip” – more in the realm of philosophy, poetry and religion than science [ 15:00 ] Benefits of Ketamine for people on a weight loss journey [ 18:00 ] Doctors now prescribing Ketamine in conjunction with GLP-1 agonist medications — both work on the “reward pathways” of the mind [ 19:00 ] Concept of a “minimum effective dose” less applicable to Ketamine therapy [ 24:00 ] “If you don’t get a psychedelic experience, Ketamine therapy doesn’t work as well.” [ 27:00 ] Micro-dosing GLP-1s as “training wheels for behavior” [ 29:00 ] Matthew Perry’s Ketamine-related death as a cautionary tale [ 35:00 ] In some cases, patients heal from decades of suffering [ 36:00 ] Spiritual question: What are people learning from a Ketamine trip? [ 40:00 ] A setback for psychedelics: MDMA not getting approved [ 43:00 ] Importance of “integrations” [ 45:45 ] Potential for psychedelic therapy going forward *** Get Connected with Elizabeth McGann: FREE MASTERCLASS - "Freedom From Food Noise": https://go.elizabethmcgann.com/start Website: http://www.ElizabethMcGann.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/elizabethmcgann Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethMcGannWellness LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethmcgann X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ElizabethMcGann Learn more about Dr. Jenn Ellice and the Golden Afternoon clinic based in Santa Monica: Website: https://www.goldenafternoon.clinic/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goldenafternoon.clinic
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Emotional Eating, Ayahuasca & Other Tales (with Jillian Acosta)
12/30/2024
Emotional Eating, Ayahuasca & Other Tales (with Jillian Acosta)
Today’s episode is the last we are running in 2024, and the last using the title “Drop the Weight.” Beginning with the first episode of 2025, this podcast will officially begin using the name The Holistic GLP-1 Podcast, to reflect the direction Elizabeth is going in her professional work with clients offerings to the public. More on that shortly! We couldn’t be ending this year more brightly than with today’s guest, the lovely Jillian Acosta, whose work includes using psychedelics as a tool to overcome food traumas of various kinds that people throughout the world suffer from. Psychedelics have been on the world’s radar ever since Michael Pollan’ s groundbreaking work How to Change Your Mind was published some years back. And when we recently heard about Jilllian’s focus on psychedelics in her work with weight-release clients, we knew we had to bring her onto the show. Throughout the podcast, Jillian relates the story of the sexual abuse she experienced as a young child, the severe eating disorders she suffered for many years afterward, and how Ayahuasca provided the psychedelic key to busting through those issues to become the radiant, holistic and inspiring woman leader she is today. Happy 2025 to all of you! CLICK HERE TO GET ==>> FREE MASTERCLASS - "Freedom From Food Noise": *** SHOW NOTES [ 00:00 ] Intro [ 02:00 ] Psychedelics saved her life. [ 03:00 ] No recollection of childhood sexual abuse for 32 years, until she tried Ayahuasca [ 07:00 ] Experience of discovering her background of childhood abuse through Ayahuasca was “difficult, uncomfortable, but not re-traumatizing.” [ 10:30 ] COINCIDENCE: Jillian first heard about Ayahuasca on a podcast featuring someone who overcame an eating disorder through taking Ayahuasca. [ 11:45 ] What is was like taking Ayahuasca for the first time: “lit up like a Christmas tree for one month” [ 13:00 ] Three months later, she ended her marriage [ 14:00 ] Sexual abuse revealed across three Ayahuasca ceremonies in two days [ 16:00 ] She went into solitude for two years afterwards, becoming “a medicine woman of sorts.” [ 18:00 ] Psychedelics and Weight Loss [ 20:00 ] Back story: she checked herself into an eating disorder clinic at age 23 [ 23:00 ] “It’s always there” - How she deals with the eating disorder now [ 31:00 ] Cue of emotional eating” “What am I trying not to feel?” [ 33:45 ] Widespread parasite afflictions: need for parasite cleanses [ 38:00 ] The terrain of the gut and gut health [ 40:40 ] Breast “explantation” experience [ 44:00 ] A “massive fan” of Ketamine [ 48:30 ] Matthew Perry’s overdose on Ketamine as a cautionary tale [ 52:00 ] Trauma as the root cause of illness; psychedelics take us to the root cause of trauma [ 54:20 ] Collaborating with “badass women” over the next 18 months; day retreats in Austin, Texas *** Get Connected with Elizabeth McGann: CLICK HERE TO GET FREE MASTERCLASS: "Freedom From Food Noise": Coaching Website: http://www.ElizabethMcGann.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/elizabethmcgann Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethMcGannWellness LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethmcgann X/Twitter: Learn more about Jillian Acosta and her Root Cause Method: Website: https://therootcausemethod.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jillianacosta_rd/?hl=en
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Overcoming Generational Trauma (with Karena Virginia)
12/01/2024
Overcoming Generational Trauma (with Karena Virginia)
In this episode of Drop the Weight, we are joined by Kundalini Yoga expert Karena Virginia to discuss her latest work in the fields of ancestral healing, epigenetics and overcoming generational trauma. The author of the critically influential book Essential Kundalini Yoga and an early forerunner of the Me Too movement, Karena is a highly sought after leader in yogic philosophy as it applies to daily life and a voice of feminine courage confronting sexual abuse. In this podcast, Karena explains how unaddressed generational trauma is often the root cause of afflictions people suffer from, showing up in many identifiable forms: including obesity issues, addiction disorders of various kinds, depression and the widely experienced feeling of being unable to function in modern society. Karena also shares the story of how she chose to publicly speak out about being sexually groped by Donald Trump (after a decade of silence) in 2016; and how she later struggled with being a leader in the Kundalini yoga space after its founder Yogi Bhajan was outed for sexual abuse in 2019. A mixture of both light and dark, this podcast is a must listen for anyone needing a metaphysical uplift in challenging times! CLICK HERE TO GET ==>> FREE MASTERCLASS - "Freedom From Food Noise": *** SHOW NOTES [ 00:00 ] Intro [ 03:20 ] Ancestral Lineage Agreements can cause us to sabotage our lives [ 05:30 ] Generational Trauma [ 07:15 ] Working with IBM and NASA [ 14:00 ] Holding on to physical weigh to protect yourself [ 20:20 ] Karena’s September 11th story [ 26:00 ] Afterwards she meditated and saw “thousands of angels” [ 27:45 ] Addictions of any kind originate in dissociating from trauma, ending in horrible shame [ 38:00 ] Experience of sexual assault (around 1998) like a “carbuncle,” a pimple with multiple heads [ 40:00 ] Her public statement about Donald Trump in 2016 shown all over the world on television and the BBC—ultimately an empowering experience [ 43:50 ] Three years later, the Yogi Bhajan scandal and, as a well-known Kundalini yoga instructor and published author, how she dealt with it [ 48:00 ] How during COVID, she saw the need for Kundalini meditations, and decided to resume teaching the yoga practice [ 50:00 ] Now teaching again and holding retreats at places like the Omega Institute and Costa Rica [ 53:00 ] Thoughts about “The Fall of the Guru” and a crumbling patriarchal system [ 55:00 ] Role playing ancestral healing exchange between Karena and Elizabeth [ 57:15 ] A “lineage agreement” addressed [ 1:02:00 ] Upcoming retreat in Mexico and studying the healing mysticism of Egyptian high priestesses *** Get Connected with Elizabeth McGann: CLICK HERE TO GET FREE MASTERCLASS: "Freedom From Food Noise": https://go.elizabethmcgann.com/start Coaching Website: http://www.ElizabethMcGann.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/elizabethmcgann Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethMcGannWellness LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethmcgann X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ElizabethMcGann *** Learn more about Karena Virginia: Website: https://www.karenavirginia.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karenavirginia/?hl=en
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"The Yes Code" & EFT Tapping (with Carol Look)
11/01/2024
"The Yes Code" & EFT Tapping (with Carol Look)
In this episode of Drop the Weight, we are joined by one of the leading thinkers in the world on one of Elizabeth’s favorite topics: her name is Carol Look, and the topic is EFT Tapping, which stands for “Emotional Freedom Technique.” We caught up with Carol just as her new book The Yes Code: Transforming Sabotage into Success was being published in October and almost immediately shot to number one in the Personal Transformation and Stress Management categories of Amazon’s best-seller lists. Throughout the podcast, Carol and Elizabeth explore how EFT Tapping technique—Carol calls it “psychological acupuncture”—draws directly from the meridian system of over 5,000 years of Chinese Medicine. With benefits for anyone struggling with often incurable conditions like: depression, obesity, anxiety as well as the all-too-common and suffocating malaise of “stuckness” preventing many of us from realizing our full potential. This episode also identifies the Seven Major Sabotage Behaviors Carol outlines in her book, with a tactical roadmap for overcoming them. CLICK HERE TO GET ==>> FREE MASTERCLASS - "Freedom From Food Noise": *** SHOW NOTES [ 00:00 ] Intro [ 01:45 ] What is EFT and how does it benefit people? [ 03:00 ] Slowing down the “fight or flight” mechanism [ 04:45 ] A form of “psychological acupuncture” that works on the same meridians as Chinese Medicine [ 07:45 ] About the new book: The Yes Code: Transforming Sabotage into Success [ 11:45 ] For those with obesity, first ask what is the benefit of being heavier? [ 14:15 ] Carol’s origin story with EFT [ 16:45 ] Identifying the root causes [ 18:00 ] About Gary Craig, the creator of EFT who trained Carol and declared her a master [ 24:15 ] The Seven Major Sabotage Behaviors identified in Carol’s book [ 30:00 ] Demo EFT session with Elizabeth [ 41:00 ] “Metaphysicians” & the Law of Attraction [ 44:15 ] Hawkins: “A feeling fully felt, dissipates” [ 51:00 ] The next 18 months, the release of the new book, and sharing her personal story with the public for the first time *** Get Connected with Elizabeth McGann: CLICK HERE TO GET FREE MASTERCLASS: "Freedom From Food Noise": Coaching Website: http://www.ElizabethMcGann.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/elizabethmcgann Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethMcGannWellness LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethmcgann X/Twitter: Learn more about Carol Look, and her best-selling new book The Yes Code: Website: Instagram: The Yes Code (on Amazon):
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The Menopause Myth (with Dr. Arianna Sholes-Douglas)
09/23/2024
The Menopause Myth (with Dr. Arianna Sholes-Douglas)
In this episode we are joined by the wonderful Dr. Arianna Sholes-Douglas for the third installment in a series on Menopause, exploring how we can breathe new life into this stigmatized and underserved time in a woman's life—where historically women have been neglected in terms of medical, emotional and societal support. A self-described “menopause revolutionist,” Dr. Arianna is the author of The Menopause Myth, one of the most exciting and original books that have been published recently on this topic. And like Dr. Arianna, it’s both heartfelt and unflinchingly honest. And that’s why you’re going to love this podcast. Dr. Arianna shares refreshing views on a host of menopause-related issues including: profound misconceptions about the female clitoris; how the medical system in the US has mostly failed menopausal women; the real likelihood of women “missing” the early signs of the perimenopause to menopause transition, the benefits and misconceptions surrounding Hormone Replacement Therapy; and so much more. This podcast is definitely a juicy one. So check it out! CLICK HERE TO GET ==>> FREE MASTERCLASS - "Freedom From Food Noise": *** SHOW NOTES [ 00:00 ] Intro: Dr. Arianna, a self-described “menopause revolutionist” [ 01:55 ] Most of what we think about menopause is a myth [ 02:45 ] The Sweetness of Venus: A History of the Clitoris [ 05:45 ] Dr. Arianna’s traditional medical training [ 07:00 ] How menopausal women are poorly served by the medical system in U.S. [ 10:55 ] Dr. Arianna “missed” her own menopause; motivation for writing her book [ 12:00 ] Symptoms of menopause, including homicidal ideation, wanting to kill her husband [ 16:00 ] Maiden > Mother > “Crone” trajectory for women in American society [ 20:00 ] Hormone Replacement Therapy [ 24:30 ] Is it “quacky” for doctors to prescribe hormones today? [ 29:15 ] “What’s the gut got to do with it” Nutrition & Menopause [ 31:30 ] “Stay juicy” — “Get your juicy back” [ 32:30 ] Vaginal Rejuvenation [ 36:00 ] Full disclosure: “I am teaching what I need to learn” [ 38:00 ] Not really Christian; finding her spiritual way [ 40:00 ] Eckhart Tolle; a holographic universe; a doctor who walks in the metaphysical world [ 44:00 ] Dr. Arianna’s medical practice, Tula Wellness [ 48:00 ] FWD-Looking plans, including a podcast called “Stay Juicy” *** Get Connected with Elizabeth McGann: CLICK HERE TO GET FREE MASTERCLASS: "Freedom From Food Noise": Coaching Website: http://www.ElizabethMcGann.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/elizabethmcgann Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethMcGannWellness LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethmcgann X/Twitter: *** Learn more about Dr. Arianna Sholes-Douglas, her Tula Wellness medical practice and her podcast here: Website: Instagram: “Stay Juicy” Podcast:
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"The Skinny" on GLP-1s Like Ozempic (with Dr. Robert Todd Hurst)
08/27/2024
"The Skinny" on GLP-1s Like Ozempic (with Dr. Robert Todd Hurst)
In this episode of Drop the Weight, we welcome Dr. Robert Todd Hurst back onto the show—for call it Round 2— to discuss everything that has happened in the world of GLP-1 weight loss medications in the 18 months since we last spoke with him. Unless you have been living under a very large rock somewhere, no doubt you have heard the news from all media and social media sources about the explosive rise of so-called "miracle" semaglutide drugs like Ozempic, Mounjaro and Tirzepatide both in the U.S. and worldwide. And beyond the celebrities touting it, you most likely have at least one friend or acquaintance who has dropped 30+ pounds in the last six months (and almost looks like a different person) who very likely is a GLP-1 patient. Basically, this stuff is everywhere, and we can’t stop talking about it! This podcast covers just about everything you would want to know or ask about these medications, like: do they live up to the hype? What is the risk of regaining the weight you may lose while taking them? Are the dosages recommended by their pharmaceutical manufacturers too high? How big of a concern is muscle loss? We even talk about the issue of so-called “Ozempic face” and what Hurst separately identifies as his single greatest fear about these drugs. All of these questions taken into consideration, Hurst powerfully observes how GLP-1 medications are undoubtedly among the most fascinating and impactful molecules in healthcare today with effective treatment applications that reach beyond diabetes and obesity to heart disease, kidney disease and possibly even Parkinson’s. Check it out! CLICK HERE TO GET ==>> FREE MASTERCLASS - "Freedom From Food Noise": *** SHOW NOTES [ 00:40 ] Intro [ 03:20 ] No longer just a weight loss medication; applications to diabetes, obesity, heart and kidney diseases and possibly Parkinson’s [ 06:15 ] Minimum effective dose [ 07:00 ] Many GLP-1 patients who go off the medication end up regaining most of the weight [ 09:20 ] Not a weight loss doctor; a better health and longer life practice with weight loss as a consequence [ 11:20 ] Importance of getting patients OFF these medications [ 13:40 ] “Muscle is youth” – The real issue of muscle loss and how Hurst deals with it with his GLP-1 patients [ 15:00 ] Metabolically optimized diets [ 18:20 ] Conflicts of interest in healthcare: doctors, patients, insurance and pharmaceutical companies [ 21:20 ] Pharmaceutical compounding of GLP-1s? [ 23:00 ] Microdosing [ 24:15 ] Most of Hurst’s GLP1 patients take ⅕ of the pharmaceutically recommended dose [ 29:40 ] Is there a minimum obesity threshold? [ 35:20 ] 93 percent of Americans are insulin resistant [ 38:00 ] Ozempic face [ 40:15 ] Appropriate for teenagers? [ 42:00 ] Hurst’s greatest fear about GLP1-s [ 48:20 ] Yerba Mate and Berberine [ 54:00 ] “Most of the diseases killing us are preventable” [ 56:15 ] HealthspanMD’s patients who "don’t want to leave healthy years on the table" *** Get Connected with Elizabeth McGann: CLICK HERE TO GET FREE MASTERCLASS: "Freedom From Food Noise": Coaching Website: http://www.ElizabethMcGann.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/elizabethmcgann Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethMcGannWellness LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethmcgann X/Twitter: *** Learn more about Dr. Robert Todd Hurst: Instagram: Website:
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The Evolution of Consciousness (with Spirit Medium Sima Shamash)
07/30/2024
The Evolution of Consciousness (with Spirit Medium Sima Shamash)
In this episode of Drop the Weight, we are joined by the lovely Sima Shamash, a highly sought-after psychic and spirit medium who actively channels "angelic and galactic councils" in her work. (You'll learn more about it on the podcast!) Elizabeth had a profound reading with Sima just recently and enjoyed the experience so much that she immediately knew she wanted to invite her onto the podcast. The show offers the rare opportunity to riff with a bright new talent on the metaphysical scene over a range of topics (see SHOW NOTES below) highly pertinent to these spiritually chaotic times. CLICK HERE TO GET ==>> FREE MASTERCLASS - "Freedom From Food Noise": SHOW NOTES Introduction: Abilities as a spirit medium started when she was 23 and working as a dental hygienist [ 00:00 ] Words of a mentor: “You are a medium, you have a gift.” [ 03:05 ] How does mediumship work? [ 05:35 ] Bringers of the Dawn by Barbara Marciniak [ 7:30 ] How to think about “galactic counsels,” timelines, etc. [ 08:55 ] Hostile responses to non-Christian discussions of spirituality on social media [ 11:50 ] Religions added non-truth to truth by adding fear to it [ 13:05 ] “God-fearing” exegesis – What happens beyond the veil of fear? [ 14:35 ] Sima’s Persian Jewish heritage [ 15:50 ] Jesus as a “galactic” energy healer, with practices similar to Reiki [ 17:20 ] Sima went through a long illness starting at age 26 [ 19:50 ] Since early 2020 and the onset of Covid, the Earth has been going through a “fever season” – where everything not working is going to suffer [ 24:35 ] Mantra: “I am a sovereign being.” [ 27:35 ] Awakening to a New Earth [ 30:05 ] A massive, but positive shift coming in 2025 [ 33:35 ] Bringers of the Dawn (again) – upgrading DNA [ 37:35 ] Experience of a “ridiculous vertigo” [ 41:05 ] Chakras as energy centers that go in circles [ 42:35 ] Controversial concept that 70% of our DNA is junk [ 43:35 ] “God, expand me. I’m ready.” [ 47:35 ] Plans to do group work over the next 18 months [ 50:35 ] *** Get Connected with Elizabeth McGann: CLICK HERE TO GET FREE MASTERCLASS: "Freedom From Food Noise": https://go.elizabethmcgann.com/start Coaching Website: http://www.ElizabethMcGann.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/elizabethmcgann Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethMcGannWellness LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethmcgann X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ElizabethMcGann *** Learn more about Sima Shamash here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simashamash/?hl=en
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Seven Transforming Gifts of Menopause (with Cheryl Bridges Johns)
06/25/2024
Seven Transforming Gifts of Menopause (with Cheryl Bridges Johns)
Today’s podcast is the second in a series we are doing on the subject of menopause, with the purpose of bringing fresh perspectives to this poorly understood, sacred transition in a woman’s life. To help us understand things, I am delighted to bring you one of the most eloquent voices on the topic: Cheryl Bridges Johns, author of Seven Transforming Gifts of Menopause: An Unexpected Spiritual Journey. Her book is a must read and this podcast is a must listen for anyone looking to embrace and find the gifts of this 20-year journey from perimenopause to post-menopause in the female experience. Cheryl effortlessly draws from her decades of knowledge as a spiritual woman, writer and progressively theological thinker, challenging the societal problem of women looking to forever hold onto some outdated younger version of themselves. Indeed, as Cheryl points out, it’s necessary for women to dig much deeper than that to find and claim their wise-woman and powerful, so-called “dragon self” as they enter middle age. It was truly an honor to speak with such an original thinker as Cheryl on this show. CLICK HERE TO GET ==>> FREE MASTERCLASS - "Freedom From Food Noise": SHOW NOTES Intro: The Lonely Planet Guide Book to Menopause Opportunity to mature, not just merely age beyond an updated version of a 25-year-old self [ 03:06 ] An opportunity and a crisis with inherent dangers [ 05:00 ] For Cheryl: on an intensity scale of 1 to 10, it was an 8! [ 06:05 ] Her personal experience began in her late 50s [ 07:10 ] Christiane Northrup: The Wisdom of Menopause [ 08:35 ] Recovery of the authentic self [ 09:35 ] Harriet Lerner and The Dance of Anger [ 10:00 ] Getting back in touch with the “I” that got sublimated into the “we” [ 11:10 ] Letting go of traditional spiritual containers and the concept of the “good girl” [ 13:35 ] Beth Moore’s decision to leave the Southern Baptist Church [ 14:20 ] Why was menopause an “unexpected” spiritual journey? [ 14:50 ] Problem of “medicalizing” menopause as a purely physiological condition [ 15:10 ] Difficulty of living in liminality, “the betwixt and between” and a feeling of homelessness [ 17:00 ] “The breakdown before the breakthrough” [ 18:50 ] Returning to one’s “Dragon’s Self” [ 19:25 ] Overcoming avoidance issues and other coping mechanisms [ 22:05 ] Recent experience of online harassment [ 23:05 ] “Lean into the story and see where it carries you” [ 24:50 ] “Dropping the Weight” and Menopause [ 26:05 ] Practices of foot binding and genital mutilation [ 28:05 ] Don Lemon’s infamous comments about Nikki Haley being “past her prime” at age 52 [ 28:45 ] A rabbit hole of medieval witch trials and even the so-called Enlightenment [ 29:35 ] “The death of the woman in the woman” and “a galloping catastrophe” [ 30:00 ] Old science rationale: Maybe ovaries are the problem! [ 32:05 ] Meaning of Cheryl’s Twitter/X handle: “Groaning with Creation” [ 33:45 ] Election 2024: Are we spiritually and politically doomed? [ 35:50 ] Colleagues in Europe don’t understand the phenomenon of Trump [ 37:05 ] Looking for cottages in Sweden [ 38:15 ] Democracy can be scary [ 41:45 ] Menopause as a Kairos moment [ 42:40 ] Latest book: Re-enchanting the Text: Discovering the Bible as Sacred, Dangerous and Mysterious [ 45:30 ] *** Get Connected with Elizabeth McGann: CLICK HERE TO GET FREE MASTERCLASS: "Freedom From Food Noise": Coaching Website: http://www.ElizabethMcGann.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/elizabethmcgann Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethMcGannWellness LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethmcgann X/Twitter: *** Learn more about Cheryl Bridges Johns here: Full Bio: Amazon Page: Twitter/X:
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Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique & You (with Jeroen de Wit)
06/01/2024
Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique & You (with Jeroen de Wit)
In this episode of Drop the Weight, we speak with Master Healer and Level 3 QHHT Practitioner Jeroen de Wit. For those of you not yet familiar: QHHT stands for Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique and is a mode of healing that has gained significant traction in the healing community of late. The legendary influence of QHHT’s founder Dolores Cannon is strongly felt throughout the discussion. It was through Jeroen’s discovery and 1-on-1 work with Cannon (who died in 2014) that he found his voice and calling as a healer who has gone on to work with over 2500 hundred clients. Beginning with a basic tour of the contours of what QHHT is; to a consideration of such 5D concepts as The Akashic Records; to Tucker Carlson’s recent talk about Unidentified Aerial Phenomena with Joe Rogan; to the inspired book Jeroen is now writing based on his experiences; this podcast covers a breathtaking amount of ground (and pulls no metaphysical punches) as we depart from what Jeroen and Elizabeth refer to as “consensus reality” throughout. Please enjoy! CLICK HERE TO GET ==>> FREE MASTERCLASS - "Freedom From Food Noise": SHOW NOTES Intro [ 00:00 ] What is QHHT, and why “quantum”? [ 02:10 ] Past life regression is part of the technique [ 04:50 ] Past, parallel and future lives [ 07:00 ] “The higher self” as “the part of us that knows we are part of God” [ 08:00 ] Dolores Cannon said to be in touch with the spirit of Nostradamus and “ascended masters” [ 09:20 ] What Dolores was like in person and what it was like to work with her [ 10:00 ] Dolores Cannon viewed QHHT as a healing modality that could even cure cancer [ 11:15 ] What Jeroen has learned from working with 2500 clients so far in his work [ 15:30 ] Departing from “consensus reality” — being gay and gender queer [ 16:40 ] Significant anecdote of the breast cancer client [ 18:00 ] The concept of 5D and A New Earth [ 21:30 ] Souls expressing through a physical body, waves of people waking up to a new reality [ 24:40 ] “That’s where we’re going” — “to learn through love and joy” [ 26:15 ] Theta consciousness and somnambulism, what Dolores Cannon meant [ 27:55 ] Inner child healing [ 30:25 ] A stand out case study: releasing self-rejection, trauma, and dropping 14 pounds of physical weight [ 33:20 ] The healing space of Sat Nam Rasayan and Guru Dev Singh [ 35:20 ] The Akashic Records and QHHT: a living tapestry where every thread is a human life [ 36:55 ] Dying as a rather pleasant, freeing experience [ 38:00 ] Tucker Carlson and Unidentified Aerial Phenomena [ 38:45 ] The first detonations of atomic bombs dangerously rippled through the dimensional cosmos [ 39:30 ] Dolores Cannon: Three Waves of Volunteers and The New Earth [ 40:15 ] Conjecture of how Native Americans could not see/conceptualize the colonizer ships [ 42:00 ] UAPs are not by definition evil [ 44:00 ] Jeroen is now writing a book, mapping it out while hiking [ 45:40 ] *** Get Connected with Elizabeth McGann: CLICK HERE TO GET FREE MASTERCLASS: "Freedom From Food Noise": https://go.elizabethmcgann.com/start Coaching Website: http://www.ElizabethMcGann.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/elizabethmcgann Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethMcGannWellness LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethmcgann X/Twitter: *** Learn more about Jeroen de Wit here: Website: https://www.jeroenqhht.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeroenislove/?hl=en
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Neuroplasticity & The Lightning Process (with Dr. Phil Parker)
05/01/2024
Neuroplasticity & The Lightning Process (with Dr. Phil Parker)
In this episode of Drop the Weight, we are joined by the wonderful Dr. Phil Parker to discuss everything from his ground-breaking “Lightning Process;” to neuroplasticity; to philosophical life lessons from the musical genius of Miles Davis; to Phil’s own so-called “Swiss Army Knife” for disentangling the human mind. Throughout the podcast, Phil describes how in his own hero’s journey: as a young man and aspiring musician he nearly completely severed his hand; how against the odds, he recovered from that nerve-slicing experience (despite the advice of almost all available doctors); and went on to develop his own “Lightning Process” and play music with Eric Clapton in the process. We also learn how Phil applies the power and pitfalls of identity thinking to the issues of addiction and alcoholism to unlock the hidden wisdoms inside so-called 12 Step Programs. With his scientific fascination with language, his deeply held beliefs about the transformative nature of the human mind, and his charming love of music, Phil’s visit to the podcast was one of the most memorable to date. It is a pleasure to share that conversation with you here. CLICK HERE TO GET ==>> FREE MASTERCLASS - "Freedom From Food Noise": SHOW NOTES Introduction [ 00:00 ] The solar eclipse as a catalyst [ 02:15 ] About the Lightning Process - "Our bodies are not built for the 21st century.” [ 03:20 ] Neuroplasticity—the brain’s neural pathways’ ability to change based on use—is always on. [ 04:50 ] Our inner dialogue is often awful! [ 07:55 ] OPERATIVE QUESTION: Is what I am doing right now life-enhancing? [ 09:00 ] Words affect our physiology [ 13:25 ] Phil’s Origin Story: how he (almost) severed his hand and what he learned from the experience of healing after almost losing the use of it completely. [ 15:15 ] Focus on the small, incremental changes that show us we are headed in the right direction; change as a “digital, binary phenomenon” that is either on or off [ 21:15 ] The most powerful person (source of change) in your life is YOU [ 23:10 ] “I just want to be relaxed!!!” & developing the skill of being calm through practice [ 25:00 ] Not “I am stressed out” but “I am doing stress about this now” [ 30:45 ] Alcoholism & the 12 Steps [ 35:10 ] “Being Sane in Insane Places” [ 37:35 ] “I am an addict” is an identity statement. If you accept that, then you are always in recovery. [ 38:10 ] Worries in America about combat addict veterans returning home from Vietnam [ 39:50 ] People with addictions who stopped being addicted after leaving the context of the war zone [ 40:40 ] The opposite of latin or trigonometry, “a Swiss army knife for the brain” [ 42:15 ] Recent Phil Parker book of note: The Coach That’s Always There; & Upcoming Novel: The Wolf and the Rain Drop [ 44:08 ] The case of Layla & Assorted Love Songs: when not on tour, Eric Clapton hardly plays the guitar [ 45:25 ] Mile Davis Quote: “It’s not the note you play that’s the wrong note, it’s the note you play afterwards that makes it right or wrong.” [ 46:40 ] Be curious: in life too, often when you make a mistake is when it gets interesting [ 47:40 ] *** Get Connected with Elizabeth McGann: CLICK HERE TO GET FREE MASTERCLASS: "Freedom From Food Noise": https://go.elizabethmcgann.com/start Coaching Website: http://www.ElizabethMcGann.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/elizabethmcgann Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethMcGannWellness LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethmcgann X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ElizabethMcGann *** Learn more about Dr. Phil Parker: Website: Instagram: About the Lightning Process:
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Menopause as a Leadership Passage (with Jane Aubriet-Beausire)
04/01/2024
Menopause as a Leadership Passage (with Jane Aubriet-Beausire)
In this episode of Drop the Weight the distinguished Jane Aubriet-Beausire joins us all the way from the UK in the first in a series of podcasts engaging the topic of menopause from a variety of thought-provoking and meaningful perspectives in 2024. A talented executive leadership coach, world traveler and author of the ground-breaking article “Menopause as a Leadership Passage,” Jane draws upon her empowering experiences in the Maori culture of rural New Zealand and elsewhere to shed light on the experience of menopause: not as a distinct moment in time, but as a 15- to 20-year journey from perimenopause to menopause to post-menopause for most women. The discussion touches upon how with the right diet, lifestyle and knowledgeable perspective, this important time in a woman’s life can be an aspirationally positive experience. With thoughts about the implications about Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in the workplace, as well as andropause—the male version of menopause—also considered along the way. Sincere thanks to Jane for providing much needed fresh thinking on a topic that any woman approaching the age of 50 and beyond will benefit from enormously. CLICK HERE TO GET ==>> FREE MASTERCLASS - "Freedom From Food Noise": *** SHOW NOTES Intro [ 00:00 ] The first in a series on the topic of menopause [ 01:40 ] Not a distinct moment in time, menopause as leadership passage [ 02:35 ] Some women struggle more than others: e.g. cancer patients, early menopause, sufferers of depression [ 06:35 ] Diet and lifestyle can make a significant difference in symptoms and experience [ 08:00 ] Revered status of older women as “wise healers” in Maori culture of rural New Zealand and Mexico [ 09:15 ] Three significant time periods in a woman’s life: until age 30; age 30 to 50; and beyond age 50 [ 10:50 ] The Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) angle, ageism in the workplace [ 13:45 ] Concept of “weathering,” minorities disproportionately affected by COVID, compared to menopause [ 15:05 ] Symptoms of perimenopause and menopause do not HAVE to be super challenging [ 18:15 ] Lancet.com article: “An Empowerment Model for Managing Menopause” [ 19:15 ] Andropause as the male equivalent of a similar experience [ 21:10 ] A brief word about coaching [ 23:15 ] Quotation from the titular article [ 24:30 ] The role for leaders [ 26:30 ] “A sense of landing” [ 27:40 ] *** Get Connected with Elizabeth McGann: CLICK HERE TO GET FREE MASTERCLASS: "Freedom From Food Noise": https://go.elizabethmcgann.com/start Coaching Website: http://www.ElizabethMcGann.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/elizabethmcgann Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethMcGannWellness LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethmcgann X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ElizabethMcGann *** Learn more about Jean Aubriet-Beausire here: Jane's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jane-aubriet-beausire-13266/?originalSubdomain=uk Jane’s Article: https://www.oxford-group.com/insights/menopause-leadership-passage-jane-aubriet-beausire Jane’s Bio: https://www.oxford-group.com/our-people/jane-aubriet-beausire/ Menopause series Jane mentions in the podcast: https://www.thelancet.com/series/menopause-2024
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Timely Thoughts on AI, the Age of Aquarius and Election 2024 (with Chela Davison)
03/01/2024
Timely Thoughts on AI, the Age of Aquarius and Election 2024 (with Chela Davison)
From the rise of Artificial Intelligence, to the Age of Aquarius to the frightening pastiche of Election 2024, this episode of Drop the Weight with master leadership expert Chela Davison covers a truly epic range of topics (with just a few apocalyptic notes to keep things interesting.) Through it all, Chela’s sensible grounding in the real meaning of leadership both--both inward and outward, rooted in integrity through even the most incredible times of change--provide context and meaning that make the whirl of the discussion a lot less unsettling. Whatever your thoughts, predictions, hopes and probably inescapable anxieties surrounding 2024, perhaps we can all agree that it won’t be boring! CLICK HERE TO GET ==>> FREE MASTERCLASS - "Freedom From Food Noise": SHOW NOTES Intro: Artificial Intelligence, the Age of Aquarius & Election Year 2024 [ 01:45 ] An evolutionary impulse: what it truly means to have a calling [ 02:45 ] For Chela, a creative breakthrough in writing after a burn out period [ 04:00 ] Untangling personal and professional identities [ 04:45 ] Elizabeth’s recent 9/11-like dream of New York City [ 05:30 ] The Tarot card of Death is change [ 06:00 ] Ken Wilber & an Integral Theory of Everything [ 06:35 ] Our animal selves do not know how to process the onslaught of new technology [ 07:45 ] “A disciple of nature” [ 08:35 ] An insidious, predictable upward trend: capitalism and the idea of endless growth [ 10:10 ] Humans are in a constant state of life and death cycles [ 10:45 ] Chinese medicine and Aryuveda [ 12:20 ] Vision-questing through Ayahuasca, the grandmother of medicines [ 15:45 ] Neuroplasticity and psychedelics [ 17:00 ] “I’d rather write jokes and funny shit!” [ 18:00 ] Through the pandemic and after: an acceleration of isolation and loneliness [ 21:00 ] Ken Wilber sees the opportunity for people to do more inner work [ 23:25 ] Election 2024: we might be in for some deep suffering [ 23:20 ] Chela’s substack: “A Little Bit Much” [ 27:00 ] *** Get Connected with Elizabeth McGann: CLICK HERE TO GET FREE MASTERCLASS: "Freedom From Food Noise": https://go.elizabethmcgann.com/start Coaching Website: http://www.ElizabethMcGann.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/elizabethmcgann Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethMcGannWellness LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethmcgann X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ElizabethMcGann *** Learn more about Chela Davison here: Chela’s Website: Chela's Instagram: Chela’s Substack: Chela's BIO: Chela Davison is an Integral Master Coach™ who works with socially conscious entrepreneurs, creatives, and practitioners to help them align their soul’s call with their work and impact in the world. She offers coaching, programs and two different and complimentary Communities of Practice. helps members to do the necessary inner work to break old patterns and create enlivening new opportunities on behalf of meeting their Calling. is a co-working and collaboration membership for writers and artists.
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Somatic Healing & the Organic Intelligence of the Body (with Megan Brians)
02/01/2024
Somatic Healing & the Organic Intelligence of the Body (with Megan Brians)
In this episode of Drop the Weight, Elizabeth reconnects with the remarkable Megan Brians, a dear friend and colleague of hers from their SoHo Sanctuary days in New York City. Now based out of Bend, Oregon, Megan is breaking new ground as an organic intelligence coach, energy worker and massage therapist developing into a new specialty called sexological bodywork training. Throughout the discussion, Elizabeth and Megan catch up and compare notes on a wild array of topics, including the profound ways that emotional trauma manifests through the body and how it may ultimately be relieved. They also reflect on their shared experiences and contrasting feelings about having recently turned 50. CLICK HERE TO GET ==>> FREE MASTERCLASS - "Freedom From Food Noise": SHOW NOTES Intro [ 00:00 ] How emotions manifest and live in the body [ 01:55 ] Tension and contraction create physical issues [ 03:00 ] Organic intelligence coaching [ 03:30 ] “What’s Wrong Attention” & Steve Hoskinson [ 05:10 ] Elizabeth’s 2024 manifesting challenge [ 06:20 ] The body’s “guarding” mechanism causing pain and dysregulation [ 07:10 ] People tend to attach to their symptoms and neurological states [ 08:50 ] Turning 50, perimenopause and menopause [ 10:55 ] The 3 prongs of Megan’s practice: “Everyone’s medicine is unique.” [ 12:15 ] Magical intuition versus the clinical? [ 13:00 ] Polarity training and energy work [ 14:10 ] When the tissues tighten, self-protection is happening [ 17:25 ] How to regulate the nervous system [ 19:10 ] Coregulation with other people [ 20:55 ] Polarity and the chakra system [ 22:10 ] Dropping the emotional, spiritual and physical weight [ 23:40 ] Ayurvedic food philosophy [ 24:25 ] Tarot, and how Megan uses it in her work [ 27:00 ] Sexological bodywork training [ 28:30 ] Giving advice to your younger self at 50 [ 31:40 ] *** Get Connected with Elizabeth McGann: CLICK HERE TO GET FREE MASTERCLASS: "Freedom From Food Noise": https://go.elizabethmcgann.com/start Coaching Website: http://www.ElizabethMcGann.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/elizabethmcgann Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethMcGannWellness LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethmcgann X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ElizabethMcGann *** Learn more about Megan Brians: Megan's Website: https://bodyandbeinghealing.com/ Megan’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodyandbeinghealing/
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New Year, New You, Manifesting Challenge: Unlock Your Wildest Dreams in 2024
01/01/2024
New Year, New You, Manifesting Challenge: Unlock Your Wildest Dreams in 2024
In this episode of Drop the Weight, we are joined by Elizabeth's brand coach, Renee Rotkopf, once creative director now astrologer, life and business coach. Today she is the founder of Soul and Brand, an online resource for Soulpreneurs. Together they discuss the January 2024 launch of Elizabeth’s course New Year, New You: Unlock the Secret to Manifesting Your Wildest Dreams & Release up to 10 lbs in 30 days. Pluto's shift into Aquarius this January marks a pivotal change. We're entering a lighter, more transformative age—the perfect backdrop for manifesting your dreams. This cosmic alignment is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to release what no longer serves us—in body, mind and soul. This is the key to effortless manifestation and physical well being. We're thrilled to announce our upcoming New Year, New You Manifesting Challenge starting on January 27th. This is not just about shedding physical weight; it's about dropping all the mental and emotional baggage that holds us back. In doing so, we unlock our potential to manifest a life beyond our wildest dreams and achieve optimal health and release up to 10 lbs in 30 days with ease. Here's access to our FREE Masterclass: How to Permanently Release the 3 Most Common Manifesting Blocks Keeping You Stuck SHOW NOTES [ 00:00 ] Introduction [ 01:00 ] The timely launch of New Year, New You, with Mercury leaving retrograde in January [ 03:30 ] Dropping the weight as the “secret sauce” to manifesting [ 05:30 ] How energy blocks physically manifest in the body [ 06:30 ] The course as a manifesting challenge over 5 weeks [ 09:00 ] Helping people who are feeling stuck find clarity [ 10:30 ] The most powerful courses share wisdom the teacher has grown through [ 11:15 ] Renee’s soul journey through branding [ 13:50 ] Who the course is for: If you have a dream inside you… [ 15:00 ] Aha! moment: the emotional blocks that Drop the Weight is really about [ 16:45 ] Fascination with astrology, Pluto moving into Aquarius [ 17:40 ] On January 22nd, everything will start to feel lighter [ 19:25 ] The body as a reflection of the unconscious mind, what you have been holding onto [ 20:10 ] In a way, since COVID we have all become entrepreneurs [ 21:40 ] Jeff Walker’s co-creative concept of a “seed launch” [ 23:00 ] A way of testing what the audience wants [ 25:30 ] Renee’s work with both Fortune 500 CEOs & individual clients on a budget [ 27:40 ] The 5 major blocks to manifesting [ 31:30 ] “Manifest” is a big word — Manifesting all the cool stuff! [ 32:45 ] Renee: “You do it through the body. I do it through brands.” *** Connect with Elizabeth McGann: Coaching Website: http://www.ElizabethMcGann.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/elizabethmcgann Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethMcGannWellness LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethmcgann Twitter: *** Learn more about Renee Rotkopf: Renee's Website: Renee’s Instagram: Renee on InsightTimer:
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Apocalypse Fatigue: Finding Spiritual Stamina in Chaotic Times (with Harshada Wagner)
12/01/2023
Apocalypse Fatigue: Finding Spiritual Stamina in Chaotic Times (with Harshada Wagner)
Hello and welcome to today’s episode of Drop the Weight, where we talk about state of the world and what to do about it in these spiritually embattled times with highly sought-after meditation teacher, spiritual coach, author and classical Tantra instructor, Harshada David Wagner With the conflict between Israel and Hamas looming in the background of the discussion, we cover a mind-blowing range of topics, including: Harshada’s pandemic-inspired paintings, Julia Cameron’s The Artist Way, the evolution of consciousness, the necessity of becoming spiritually “omnivorous” today, the dangers of being world-oblivious when an active war is going on, the Beatles’ clash with Maharishi Yogi and other scandals that have compromised the legacies of influential spiritual leaders of the past half century. And so much more! SHOW NOTES [ 00:00 ] Intro [ 00:30 ] Harshada's post-pandemic painting [ 02:00 ] Julia Cameron’s The Artist’s Way: Creativity as a spiritual practice [ 05:00 ] Art as a balm of healing [ 05:40 ] Israel and Hamas; How does one maintain calm and still be a part of the world? [ 07:00 ] How to embrace the horror and ugliness in the world with integrity [ 08:15 ] Irony of spiritual teachers as entrepreneurs/marketers driven by capitalism [ 09:15 ] Problem of being “world-oblivious,” not watching the news [ 10:30 ] Evolving “post-patriarchal” era requires sincere seekers to be more omnivorous [ 12:45 ] A lack of luminary leaders right now [ 14:45 ] Scandal of recent spiritual leaders Yogi Bhajan, Bikram Choudery, Guru Jugat, John of God [ 16:00 ] A shift away from a crumbling patriarchal “guru on a throne” model [ 17:00 ] Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, Transcendental Meditation, The Beatles & Rishikesh [ 18:15 ] Many of the spiritual gurus unprepared for sexual revolution of 1960s [ 19:20 ] Spiritual teachers these days need a good therapist “who calls them on their shit” [ 20:00 ] The wild west of spirituality where energy release comes before wisdom [ 21:15 ] Translating the Shiva Sutra [ 23:00 ] Distinction between the teaching and the teacher; example of Chogram Trungpa Rimpoche [ 24:30 ] What does yoga mean? Discovering, owning, then expressing our innate magnificence. [ 26:00 ] How Christians can relate to yoga [ 29:00 ] Apocalypse fatigue for real! [ 29:30 ] Inspired and horrified by images coming out of Gaza, people crying out to God [ 30:45 ] What do we put at the center of our life to cling to when there is nothing else to grasp? [ 32:00 ] Love as an action verb [ 32:50 ] Harshada’s first teacher: “Don’t talk to me about Jesus, unless…” [ 33:30 ] Meditation needed now more than ever, detoxing from the “digital colonization” of the mind [ 36:15 ] You might need to meditate a lot. You might need to dance. You might need a therapist or two. [ 37:30 ] What’s up, and the next 18 months *** Connect with Elizabeth McGann: Coaching Website: http://www.ElizabethMcGann.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/elizabethmcgann Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethMcGannWellness LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethmcgann Twitter: *** Learn more about David Harshada Wagner: Harshada's Website: https://www.davidhwagner.com/ Harshada's Instagram:
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