Real Talk, Whole Life
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Welcome to Real Talk, Whole Life—part candid phone call with your nerdy best friends, part myth-busting, and entirely unfiltered. Wellness without the woo. Womanhood without the guilt. Wisdom from the fine folks who survived dial-up and low-fat lies.Host Stacy Toth brings honest, heartfelt conversations about what it means to live fully—in your body, your brain, and your messy, magical life. From midlife mayhem and mental health to Botox alternatives and book recs, we’re covering it all—with a side of sarcasm and a whole lot of heart.No shame. No pseudoscience. Just the kind of conversations you actually want to hear when you call a friend—especially if “wellness” has never quite felt like it was made for you.Rooted in womanhood, open to anyone who’s ever been side-eyed in a yoga studio. Come for the hot takes, stay for the healing.Real Talk, Whole Life is hosted by Stacy Toth, bestselling diet culture author turned anti-diet health at any size educator. Her goal is to create a safe space for all to explore their own version of wellness without the elitist self-focused woo woo. Previously The Whole View and The Paleo View, this evolution of the podcast is a reflection of the growth we all go through exploring being middle aged. Expect a wide variety of guests on an even greater variety of topics, but always inclusive ways for non-toxic living (mental and physical).
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Jun 27, 2023 • 21min
Best of Patreon: Behind the Scenes
Exclusive behind-the-scene moments from Patreon episodes 127-133! Listen to some of the highlights from our not-G-rated bonus content! Find out how Stacy and her guests really feel about the topics they discuss. Enjoy clips from:
Dr. Peter "Koz" Kozlowski
Dr. Mary Claire Haver
Nina Manolson
Tina Anderson
Ally Vaughn & Molly Desch
Matt McCarry
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Jun 23, 2023 • 1h 5min
Episode 066: Take Your Own Advice w/ Jeffrey Marsh
Welcome back author, educator, and activist Jeffrey Marsh to The Whole View! Previously, Jeffrey has joined Stacy to discuss how perfectionism can be problematic and to talk about their first book, How to Be You. This week, they dive into Jeffrey's newest book, Take Your Own Advice. They discuss the roots of anger, living with empathy for ourselves and others (yes, even the haters), and why it's time for LGBTQ allies to speak up. Jeffrey encourages us to learn to truly rest, take care of ourselves, and concentrate more on the "hows" than the "whats".Find Jeffrey:
jeffreymarsh.com (coaching)
instagram.com/thejeffreymarsh
tiktok.com/@thejeffreymarsh
Take Your Own Advice by Jeffrey Marsh
How to Be You by Jeffrery Marsh
Don’t forget to subscribe to this channel and visit realeverything.com!If you haven't yet unlocked our bonus content, checkout patreon.com/thewholeview. Your subscription goes to support this show and gets you direct access to submit your questions!We also want to give a big thank you to this week’s sponsors!
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Jun 16, 2023 • 1h 20min
Episode 065: Fat Talk, Parenting in the Age of Diet Culture w/ Virginia Sole-Smith
Welcome journalist and author Virginia Sole-Smith to The Whole View! This week, Stacy and Virginia break down anti-fat bias, the problem with body positivity, and giving our children the gift of body autonomy and safety in the age of diet culture.Trigger warning: We will be talking about diet culture and all associations and derivatives of it, including disordered eating. Please be mindful and take care of your needs accordingly.Find Virginia:
virginiasolesmith.substack.com
instagram.com/v_solesmith
twitter.com/v_solesmith
tiktok.com/@v_solesmith
Fat Talk: Parenting in the Age of Diet Culture by Virginia Sole Smith
Don’t forget to subscribe to this channel and visit realeverything.com!If you haven't yet unlocked our bonus content, checkout patreon.com/thewholeview. Your subscription goes to support this show and gets you direct access to submit your questions!We also want to give a big thank you to this week’s sponsors!
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Jun 9, 2023 • 1h 19min
Episode 064: Dental Care for Your Health w/ Dr. Parul Dua Makkar
Welcome family dentist Dr. Parul Dua Makkar to The Whole View! This week, Stacy and Dr. Makkar discuss how oral health is linked to overall health, taking a customized approach to your dental care, and how to make your experience at the dentist the best it can be.Find Dr. Makkar:
pdmfamilydental.com
parulduamakkar.com
instagram.com/pdmfamilydental
instagram.com/duagoodjob
Don’t forget to subscribe to this channel and visit realeverything.com!If you haven't yet unlocked our bonus content, checkout patreon.com/thewholeview for exclusive behind-the-scenes content and how Stacy and her guests really feel about the topics they discuss. Your subscription goes to support this show and gets you direct access to submit your questions!We also want to give a big thank you to this week’s sponsors!
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Jun 2, 2023 • 58min
Episode 063: Sidelined, How Women Manage & Mismanage Their Health w/ Susan Salenger
Welcome life-long student and author Susan Salenger to The Whole View. Stacy and Susan discuss why getting a second medical opinion is important and the shame that often comes with illness, especially for women. Susan shares tips on making the most out of your next doctor’s appointment and why it’s worth it to do your own research.Find Susan:
susansalenger.com
instagram.com/susansalenger
facebook.com/suesalenger
twitter.com/susansalenger
tiktok.com/@grandma.gains
Sidelined: How Women Manage & Mismanage Their Health by Susan Salenger
Don’t forget to subscribe to this channel and visit realeverything.com!If you haven't yet unlocked our bonus content, checkout patreon.com/thewholeview for exclusive behind-the-scenes content and how Stacy and her guests really feel about the topics they discuss. Your subscription goes to support this show and gets you direct access to submit your questions!We also want to give a big thank you to this week’s sponsors!
JustThriveHealth.com/discount/wholeview | Use code WHOLEVIEW for 15% off sitewide
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May 31, 2023 • 42min
Bonus: New Paraben Cancer Prevention Study and the Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act
Welcome Alicia Schultz to a special bonus episode of The Whole View! Stacy and Alicia discuss good news in personal care, including a recent breast cancer prevention study focusing on parabens and phthalates, why it gives Alicia hope, and one of the strongest health protective laws that just passed in Washington State.Find Alicia:
instagram.com/aliciamschultz
facebook.com/groups/aliciascleanandconsciousgroup
Don’t forget to subscribe to this channel and visit realeverything.com!If you haven't yet unlocked our bonus content, checkout patreon.com/thewholeview for exclusive behind-the-scenes content and how Stacy and her guests really feel about the topics they discuss. Your subscription goes to support this show and gets you direct access to submit your questions!We also want to give a big thank you to this week’s sponsors!
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May 26, 2023 • 1h 1min
Episode 062: The Gut, Brain, and Stress Connection w/ Dr. Vincent Pedre
Welcome "America's Gut Doctor" Dr. Vincent Pedre to The Whole View! This week, Stacy and Dr. Pedre discuss the science behind the gut-brain connection and how stress affects the Vagus Nerve. Dr. Pedre explains the importance of breathwork and how to breathe more effectively for our mental, emotional and physical health. Find Dr. Pedre:
gutsmartprotocol.com
instagram.com/drpedre
tiktok.com/@drpedre
The GutSMART Protocol by Dr. Vincent Pedre
Don’t forget to subscribe to this channel and visit realeverything.com!If you haven't yet unlocked our bonus content, checkout patreon.com/thewholeview for exclusive behind-the-scenes content and how Stacy and her guests really feel about the topics they discuss. Your subscription goes to support this show and gets you direct access to submit your questions!We also want to give a big thank you to this week’s sponsors!
Vegamour.com/wholeview | Use code WHOLEVIEW to save 20% on your first order
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May 19, 2023 • 52min
Episode 061: Renaissance and Reimagining w/ Rachel Cargle
Welcome Activist and Author Rachel Cargle to The Whole View! On this episode, Stacy and Rachel discuss her new book, Renaissance of Our Own: A Memoir & Manifesto on Reimagining. Rachel lets us in on how this book changed course while she was writing it, why knowing yourself is one of the kindest things you can do for yourself and others, and how to uncover our highest values.Find Rachel Cargle:
rachelcargle.com
Renaissance of Our Own: A Memoir & Manifesto on Reimagining by Rachel Cargle
Don’t forget to subscribe to this channel and visit realeverything.com!If you haven't yet unlocked our bonus content, checkout patreon.com/thewholeview for exclusive behind-the-scenes content and how Stacy and her guests really feel about the topics they discuss. Your subscription goes to support this show and gets you direct access to submit your questions!We also want to give a big thank you to this week’s sponsors!
TakeCareOf.com | Use code WHOLEVIEW50 for 50% off your first order
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May 12, 2023 • 60min
Episode 060: Positive Parenting Without Perfectionism w/ Dr. Jen Douglas
Welcome Psychologist and Clinicial Assistant Professor Dr. Jennifer (Jen) Douglas to The Whole View! This week, Stacy and Dr. Douglas discuss how perfectionism can fuel avoidance and physical symptoms, the importance of modeling self-compassion for our children, and why women do not benefit from the standards of perfectionism often set upon them. Find Dr. Jen Douglas:
drjenniferdouglas.com
instagram.com/drjenofficial
Don’t forget to subscribe to this channel and visit realeverything.com!If you haven't yet unlocked our bonus content, checkout patreon.com/thewholeview for exclusive behind-the-scenes content and how Stacy and her guests really feel about the topics they discuss. Your subscription goes to support this show and gets you direct access to submit your questions!We also want to give a big thank you to this week’s sponsors!
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May 5, 2023 • 1h 17min
Episode 059: Cheat Codes To Your DNA w/ Epigenetics Coach Becca Roses
Welcome Epigenetics and Human Performance Coach Becca Roses to The Whole View! This week, Stacy and Becca discuss how our body's response to our environment impacts our genes and how examining our genetic blueprint can help us find our body's "cheat codes". With this information we can cut through all the well-meaning wellness noise and give ourselves the freedom to only tune into what will best support our unique genetic makeup.Don’t forget to subscribe to this channel and visit realeverything.com!If you haven't yet unlocked our bonus content, checkout patreon.com/thewholeview for exclusive behind-the-scenes content and how Stacy and her guests really feel about the topics they discuss. Your subscription goes to support this show and gets you direct access to submit your questions!We also want to give a big thank you to this week’s sponsors!
Wildhealth.com/WHOLEVIEW | Use code WHOLEVIEW for 20% off membership
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