

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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Apr 29, 2023 • 29min
Bonus: Fulfilling Wishes With Simone Gordon, The Black Fairy Godmother
Welcome Simone Gordon, The Black Fairy Godmother, to The Whole View! In this special bonus episode, Simone shares with Stacy her personal story and what led her to start The Black Fairy Godmother Foundation. The Foundation's mission is to restore Black and Brown families' stability by removing the barriers that keep them in abject poverty and domestic violence situations. They are a nonprofit using the power of social media and crowdfunding to galvanize fellow 'Fairy Godmothers' to volunteer and contribute resources to help families in need.Please consider making a donation or adopting a mom for their Mother’s Day project, which fulfills self-care wishes for caretakers who are marginalized and need someone to take care of them for a change!Find Simone:
theblackfairygodmother.org
instagram.com/theblackfairygodmotherofficial
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Apr 28, 2023 • 1h 17min
Episode 058: Cortisol, Caffeine, and Long Covid (An Update to Episode 379)
On this special update episode of The Whole View, Stacy talks about why she quit caffeine and how it helped improve her health and reduce symptoms of Long Covid. We revisit part of Episode 379, "Let's Talk About Coffee," where Stacy and former co-host Dr. Sarah Ballantyne discuss the popular beverage and break down the research from that time. They walk us through what the science tells us about the health benefits of coffee, as well as the caveats.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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Apr 21, 2023 • 1h 28min
Episode 057: The Women Who Quit (Alcohol) w/ Ally Vaughan and Molly Desch
Welcome Ally Vaughan and Molly Desch to The Whole View! This week, Stacy, Ally and Molly talk about their different experiences that led them to quit drinking and the effects alcohol has on our bodies. Our guests discuss examining our relationship with alcohol, tips to help make the transition to alcohol-free easier, and ways to talk to others about the decision not to drink.Find Ally:
livingmywholelife.com
instagram.com/livingmywholelife
Find Molly:
asyouarelifecoaching.com
instagram.com/sober_mober
This is Sober podcast
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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Apr 14, 2023 • 57min
Episode 056: Do Cosmetic Procedures and Plastic Surgery Fit Into Healthy Living? w/ Jennifer Robins
Welcome back Jennifer Robins to The Whole View! This week, Stacy talks to Jennifer about her experience with aesthetic surgeries and other procedures. They dive into how these can fit into healthy living, the privilege of aging, and making informed choices for yourself without guilt and shame.Find Jennifer:
predominantlypaleo.com
instagram.com/predominantly_paleo
legitbreadcompany.com
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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Apr 7, 2023 • 1h 3min
Episode 055: Gwyneth Paltrow’s Dietary IV Advice & the Science of Metabolism and Hormones w/ Lauren Papanos, RD
Welcome Registered Dietician Lauren Papanos to The Whole View! This week, Stacy and Lauren discuss Gwyneth Paltrow's recent interview about her wellness routine, how metabolic health affects your hormones beyond weight, and why having a midday snack may be more important than you think.Find Lauren:
functionalfueling.com
instagram.com/nutritionwithlo
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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Mar 30, 2023 • 59min
Episode 054: Heavy Metals in Chocolate Featuring Just Thrive Probiotics
Welcome Just Thrive Probiotics Co-Founder Tina Anderson to The Whole View! This week, Stacy reviews the highlights from her article in which she takes a deep dive into the claims about lead and heavy metals in chocolate, and she talks to Tina about the role of probiotics in detox and the difference between spore-based and soil-based probiotics.Don’t forget to subscribe to this channel and visit realeverything.com to read Stacy's article, Should I Stop Eating Dark Chocolate Because of Lead and Heavy Metals?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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Mar 29, 2023 • 14min
Best of Patreon: Behind the Scenes
Exclusive behind-the-scene moments from Patreon episodes 112-116! 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. Megan Rossi
Danielle Walker
Jen Robins
Dr. Priyanka Wali
Ky Washington
If you enjoyed any of these clips, head over to patreon.com/thewholeview to become part of the Patreon family. You’ll get access to our book club, bonus weekly content, and even commercial-free episodes. No, you don’t need yet another social platform or app— the weekly post will be e-mailed straight to your inbox.Plus, your subscription goes to support this show and gets you direct access to submit your questions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 24, 2023 • 58min
Episode 053: Why Selfish Isn't a Four-Letter Word w/ Nina Manolson
Welcome back Nina Manolson for a third appearance on The Whole View! This week, Stacy and Nina discuss healthy forms of selfishness, why women most often struggle with this concept, and ways to reclaim our agency, power, and self.Find Nina:
ninamanolson.com
instagram.com/ninamanolson
facebook.com/NinaManolsonBodyPeace
youtube.com/user/ninamanolson
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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Mar 17, 2023 • 1h 48min
Episode 052: Our Year in Review, 10 Favorites For You
Welcome to a special episode of The Whole View! This week, Stacy and Matt celebrate one year of hosting and producing Season 3 of The Whole View. They reflect on how it felt for Stacy to take on podcasting solo, discuss favorite episodes from this season, and revisit clips of their favorite guests.Find episode clips for:
Episode 001 The Perils of Perfectionism w/ Jeffrey Marsh
Episode 007 Mental Health and the Foster System w/ Matt McCarry
Episode 011 Teaching Outside the Binary w/ Ace Schwarz
Episode 027 Understanding ACE Trauma w/ Sarah Marikos
Episode 026 Orthorexia, Intuitive Eating, & the Loving Diet w/ Jessica Flanigan
Episode 044 Disordered & Emotional Eating w/ Tamar Samuels, RD
Episode 010 Body Peace and Redefining Beauty w/ Nina Manolson
Episode 021 Fat Camp, Dieting, and Weight Loss for Kids
Episode 030 Understanding Ableism w/ Imani Barbarin
Episode BONUS All About the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act w/ Lindsay Dahl
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Mar 10, 2023 • 53min
Episode 051: Rebranding Menopause w/ Dr. Mary Claire Haver
Welcome OB/GYN Dr. Mary Claire Haver to the Whole View! This week, Stacy and Dr. Haver discuss diagnosing perimenopause, what's actually happening in our bodies, and ways to stay healthy during this transition. Find Dr. Haver:
galvestondiet.com
tiktok.com/@drmaryclaire
instagram.com/drmaryclaire
instagram.com/the.galveston.diet
facebook.com/drmaryclaire
The Galveston Diet: The Doctor-Developed, Patient-Proven Plan to Burn Fat and Tame Your Hormonal Symptoms by Dr. Mary Claire Haver
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