What The Actual Fork Podcast

Sam and Jenna discuss unexpected comments at social events and their impact on body image and diet culture. They share personal experiences, including Sam's encounter with a family member's intrusive question about her body. The conversation highlights the importance of support systems and practical strategies to handle such situations, especially during the holiday season when you just KNOW certain relatives are going to be on their worst behavior. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/ Head to HelixSleep.com/FORK to get 25% off your mattress and 2 FREE Dream Pillows today! If you’re interested in learning whether or not your insurance covers dietitian services: Find Food Freedom Check Your Benefits: https://bit.ly/fffinsurancecheck More Resources: https://findfoodfreedomresources.com Happy Strong Healthy Check Your Benefits: https://form.jotform.com/232275847388167 Other Information: www.happystronghealthyrd.com What The Actual Fork https://www.instagram.com/whattheactualforkpod/ Sammy Previte https://www.instagram.com/find.food.freedom/ Jenna Werner https://www.instagram.com/happystronghealthy.rd/

In this roundup episode of What the Actual Fork, Jenna and Sam dive into their chaotic daily routines. They discuss the realities of balancing work and nutrition during busy days and share some laughs over their mom struggles. With both of them prepping for upcoming travel, they exchange their best travel tips, including what snacks to pack, how to manage solo parent duties, and what shows to watch while you’re in the air. Plus, Jenna shares a story about a social media interaction that really highlights how our changing relationships with diet culture can affect how we think about our food choices. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/ Go to boncharge.com/FORK and use coupon code FORK to save 15%. Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @lumedeodorant and get 15% off with promo code FORK at LumeDeodorant.com! #lumepod What The Actual Fork https://www.instagram.com/whattheactualforkpod/ Sammy Previte https://www.instagram.com/find.food.freedom/ Jenna Werner https://www.instagram.com/happystronghealthy.rd/

Dr. Charlotte Markey is a professor of psychology at Rutgers University, with nearly three decades of research on eating behaviors and body image. Her most recent book, Adultish: The Body Image Book for Life, is described as "the ultimate guide to taking on adulthood with body confidence." She joins Jenna and Sam this week to discuss all things body image, including self-acceptance, shifting standards of beauty, and how recent conversations around GLP-1s might impact young people. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/ Grab a copy of Adultish: The Body Image Book for Life Follow Dr. Markey on Instagram: @char_markey Subscribe to Dr. Markey’s Substack Visit Carawayhome.com/ACTUALFORK to take advantage of this limited-time offer for up to 20% off your next purchase. What The Actual Fork https://www.instagram.com/whattheactualforkpod/ Sammy Previte https://www.instagram.com/find.food.freedom/ Jenna Werner https://www.instagram.com/happystronghealthy.rd/

Navigating the journey of motherhood, especially with more than one child, can feel like a wild balancing act. This week, Sam and Jenna are chatting about the unique challenges that come with raising multiple kids while trying to hold onto your identity as a mom. Social media can add to the pressure, making it all too easy to fall into the comparison trap. Join us as we explore how setting boundaries and letting go of social pressure online can help us reclaim our sense of self postpartum. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/ Go to boncharge.com/FORK and use coupon code FORK to save 15%. Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @lumedeodorant and get 15% off with promo code FORK at LumeDeodorant.com! #lumepod What The Actual Fork https://www.instagram.com/whattheactualforkpod/ Sammy Previte https://www.instagram.com/find.food.freedom/ Jenna Werner https://www.instagram.com/happystronghealthy.rd/

Ever wonder if you're the only parent struggling with toddler mealtime battles? Jenna and Sam are here to tell you that you most definitely aren’t. Tune in as they report from the toddler trenches, all about food, control, and the art of meal negotiations with little ones. From table tantrums to family meals in front of the TV, they’re squashing mom guilt and sharing insights on flexible, realistic parenting. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/ Visit Carawayhome.com/ACTUALFORK to see all of our favorite products AND take an additional 10% off your next purchase.  What The Actual Fork https://www.instagram.com/whattheactualforkpod/ Sammy Previte https://www.instagram.com/find.food.freedom/ Jenna Werner https://www.instagram.com/happystronghealthy.rd/

Dalina Soto, threepeat guest, is back and helping Jenna answer your questions. They provide insight to your questions about the value judgments between diet soda and pre-workout, fears around gaining weight on vacation, why ARFID isn’t just “picky eating,” dealing with food pressures during the holidays, and good questions to ask yourself about the food choices you’re making. We are SO excited to have Dalina on this week because her new book, The Latina Anti-Diet: A Dietitian’s Guide to Authentic Health That Celebrates Culture and Full-Flavor Living, is officially available for pre-sale, and we know you’re going to absolutely love it!  Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/ Grab your copy of The Latina Anti-Diet: yourlatinanutritionist.com/book Follow Dalina Soto on Instagram: @your.latina.nutritionist  Keep up with Your Latina Nutritionist: https://yourlatinanutritionist.com/ Go to boncharge.com/FORK and use coupon code FORK to save 15%. Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @lumedeodorant and get 15% off with promo code FORK at LumeDeodorant.com! #lumepod What The Actual Fork https://www.instagram.com/whattheactualforkpod/ Sammy Previte https://www.instagram.com/find.food.freedom/ Jenna Werner https://www.instagram.com/happystronghealthy.rd/

Sam and Jenna have a conversation about The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives and the Internet’s reaction to dirty sodas that leads to a deep dive on comparison, making choices about how we spend our time, and setting boundaries–for social media in particular, and our lives in general.  Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/ Visit Carawayhome.com/ACTUALFORK to see all of our favorite products AND take an additional 10% off your next purchase.  What The Actual Fork https://www.instagram.com/whattheactualforkpod/ Sammy Previte https://www.instagram.com/find.food.freedom/ Jenna Werner https://www.instagram.com/happystronghealthy.rd/

This week is a dream conversation! Jenna talks with Karena Dawn, co-founder of Tone It Up and voice behind the podcast, memoir, and foundation, The Big Silence. Jenna and Karena explore vital topics like mental wellness, fitness, and managing stress. Karena opens up about her own journey, offering a fresh perspective on the wellness industry. She also highlights The Big Silence and the movement dedicated to normalizing conversations about mental health. We hope this heartfelt exchange inspires listeners to embrace their own well-being and the power of vulnerability. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/ Follow Karena Dawn on Instagram: @karenadawn Learn more about Tone It Up Get into The Big Silence Go to boncharge.com/FORK and use coupon code FORK to save 15%. What The Actual Fork https://www.instagram.com/whattheactualforkpod/ Sammy Previte https://www.instagram.com/find.food.freedom/ Jenna Werner https://www.instagram.com/happystronghealthy.rd/

Sam and Jenna are diving into the latest buzz on social media, starting with the annual return of pumpkin spice content and comparing popular 'healthy' smoothies to pumpkin spice lattes. They discuss the nuances of food choices, exploring the marketing strategies behind what we label as 'nutritious.' Plus, they chat about the rising popularity of GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and reflect on how social media and popular culture influence body image, mental health, and overall well-being. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/ Head to Dinnerly.com/offer/FORK and use code FORK for up to 25 FREE meals! What The Actual Fork https://www.instagram.com/whattheactualforkpod/ Sammy Previte https://www.instagram.com/find.food.freedom/ Jenna Werner https://www.instagram.com/happystronghealthy.rd/

Sam and Jenna are diving into the trials and tribulations of motherhood, diet culture, and those pesky unexpected life events. From traumatic ER visits involving our toddlers to the ongoing struggles against diet culture, we’re exploring everything at the intersection of food, body image, and motherhood. Join us for an open, heartfelt, and hilarious conversation that aims to normalize this messy and rewarding journey! Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com/ Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @lumedeodorant and get 15% off with promo code FORK at LumeDeodorant.com! #lumepod What The Actual Fork https://www.instagram.com/whattheactualforkpod/ Sammy Previte https://www.instagram.com/find.food.freedom/ Jenna Werner https://www.instagram.com/happystronghealthy.rd/