Good Bodies

Sami and Aleen are re-joined by author of The F*CK It Diet and returning DST guest, Caroline Dooner, to talk about that all-too-familiar topic: burnout. They catch up on everything Caroline’s been up to since she was last on the show. Then they talk about her new book, TIRED AS F*CK, and discuss the best ways to avoid burnout, both at home and at work. (Is there even a difference anymore?) Caroline also shares some tips on how to say no to the things that don’t bring joy to our lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today for Dear DST Sami and Aleen are back together! They chat about Aleen’s first few months of motherhood, Sami shares more details on her embryo freezing process, and they read a listener non-scale-win about giving yourself grace during the winter months of the year. It’s too f*cking cold to move anyway. Then they respond to a listener email about telling people the real reason you’ve lost weight (illness) and communicating that their unwanted compliments are actually… well, unwanted. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back Aleen! Today Sami and Aleen are back together, catching up on post-baby body anxiety, a new look on life, and Sami’s embryo freezing journey. Aleen shares her insights on her body image now that she’s a mom, how her views of her body have shifted after giving birth, and much more. Then we dig into Sami’s embryo freezing journey - why she did it, how it went, and what’s next. We’re so happy that Sami and Aleen are back, and we get to catch up on where everyone is now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami is back for a solo Dear DST episode, starting with a holiday focused Non-Scale Win that we can all relate to now that we're in holiday season. She then shares some of her other Non-Scale Wins, talks about the process of freezing her embryos and more. Next, a listener writes in with a Dear DST email about backhanded compliments and how frustrating they can be. Sami shares her insights on how she usually confronts those types of situations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today Sami is joined by Catie Li, plus size model, influencer and overall badass. Catie and Sami chat about Catie’s journey as a plus sized model and how behind the fashion industry is in the world of extended sizing. Catie then shares her best tips for extended sizing shoppers, what staples are a must-have in every woman’s closet and so much more. Finally, Catie shares some details on how she’s determined to help all women feel comfortable in their own skin like she’s been able to learn how to do over the years as a self proclaimed “overnight success ten years in the making.”  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami is back for a solo Dear DST episode, starting with an amazing listener Non Scale Win about bouncing back from a pre-wedding freakout and wearing the bridesmaid dress with confidence. Sami also talks about the beauty of tailoring a dress to your own body (and how confident it can make you feel). Then she shares a couple of NSWs of her own, including one about getting back in the pool and another about actually setting a doctor’s appointment (and not looking at the number on the scale). Next, a listener writes in with a Dear DST email about the all-too-relatable issue of excess sweat and how to find a solution that works for you. Sami tells us about her own experience with sweat and offers some tips for solutions that work for her. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today Sami is joined by the one, the only, the self-styled Queen of Confidence, content creator Serena F*cking Kerrigan—or SFK for short. They start off by chatting about the ultimate act of self love (spoiler: it’s self pleasure), which inspired Serena’s new card game. SFK then divulges why she had to start an OnlyFans to avoid getting shadowbanned—tea!—before the conversation shifts towards Serena’s speciality, confidence. From feeling insecure about weight to the importance of using that exact verb “feeling,” instead of “I am,” they get into the nitty gritty nature of confidence with all its ups and downs. Finally, Sami and Serena delve into changing your frame of thought with direct tips on how to become your most confident, sexy self. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami starts off today’s Thanksgiving episode of Dear DST by sharing her own holiday plans—including making her first ever turkey—and getting into the struggles that come along with these kinds of family gatherings. Then, Sami reads a listener’s Non Scale Win about dropping those self-created food “rules” and buying herself not one, but two pumpkin pies—how good does that sound?! Sami then shares a NSW of her own, and reflects on a recent DST: Back for Seconds episode about living with grief. Finally, we close the episode with a Dear DST email about navigating the all too familiar Thanksgiving family drama. Sami responds to the questions we all want to know—are you obligated to take sides? And is it possible to avoid a family fall-out? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sami is joined by a fan favorite, the founder of Megababe and author of Body Talk, Katie Sturino. They start by talking about influences on body image during our formative years (we’re looking at you Gwyneth). Then they dive into a conversation about shopping for all body types, including actual brand recommendations if you’re looking for extended sizing options. They talk about the line between focusing on healthy choices for your body, and the looming influence of diet culture. Sami tells us what led to her shift in diet thinking before and after her wedding last year, and they discuss the threat of treating your wedding photos as a benchmark. Finally, they close things with a playbook for changing your attitude toward negative body thoughts and finding confidence in yourself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Thursday’s episode, Sami is joined by stand-up comedian and U Up? co-host, Jared Freid. They start off by discussing how excited they are for Jordana’s wedding. Then they share a listener non-scale win all about continuing to work out in the winter. Then they share some NSWs of their own; Jared’s about letting himself enjoy a cookie, and Sami’s about finally scheduling her embryo freezing. Finally, they read a Dear DST about how to be confident in your body while dating. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices