Conversations with Cam

In this episode, I sit down with preventative neurologist, Dr. Kellyann Niotis to talk about the importance of brain health. We discuss how to protect our cognitive function and prevent neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's, Dementia, and Parkinson's. Dr. Niotis shares her insights on risk factors, early detection testing, and lifestyle choices that can significantly impact our brain health. I was fortunate enough to do my own preventative testing with her before this episode, so we touch on my experience with concussions, my family history, and how they both impact my own brain health.Key Takeaway / Points:What is preventive neurology and why is it crucial for our long-term health?Innovative testing methods and the importance of early detectionWhy brain health matters starting in your 30s and 40sThe connection between mental health and neurodegenerative diseasesThe role of genetics in brain healthThe link between lifestyle choices and neurodegenerative diseases, plus the effects of alcohol, cannabis, and social media on the brainWhy women are at higher risk for Alzheimer'sHow sleep quality impacts cognitive function and memory consolidationThe importance of diverse experiences and social engagement for brain healthSimple daily habits to boost cognitive functionSponsors:Thrive Market: Go to [ThriveMarket.com/cameron] and start saving today. Sale ends 8/31Crown Maple: Visit CrownMaple.com and use code CAMERON20 at checkout for 20% off your orderArya: Go to Arya.Fyi/Cameron to get 15% off your first orderCotton: Learn more at TheFabricOfOurLives.comLMNT: Right now LMNT is offering a free 8-count Sample Pack of their most popular drink flavors with any purchase. Get yours at DrinkLMNT.com/cameronFollow Dr. Kellyann Niotis:Instagram: @drkellyanniotisWebsite: drkellyanniotis.comFollow me:Instagram: @cameronoaksrogers and @conversationswithcamSubstack: Fill Your CupWebsite: cameronoaksrogers.comTikTok: @cameronoaksrogers and @conversations_with_camYoutube: Cameron RogersSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I sit down with my life coach, Megan Hellerer, and author of "Directional Living," to explore the meaning of the "Underfulfilled Overachiever" and discuss strategies for finding true career and life fulfillment. Megan shares her personal journey from working at Google to becoming a transformative coach, and introduces us to concepts like directional living and productivity hoarding. We talk about why so many high achievers feel unfulfilled despite outward success, and how to break free from the cycle of compulsive achievement.Key Takeaway / Points:What is an "Underfulfilled Overachiever"?Megan's transition from working at Google to becoming a life coachThe difference between directional and destinational livingHow to listen to your inner navigation systemFinding fulfillment when you don't have a clear passionWhy curiosity is more important than passion in career explorationPractical steps for aligning your calendar with your valuesHow to balance choosing a career you enjoy with financial needsWays to start living more directionally right nowFinding hobbies that fuel your passionsHow to get unstuck and take action to find happiness and joyThis episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.Sponsors:Arya: Go to Arya.Fyi/Cameron to get 15% off your first orderGraza: Add Graza Olive Oil to your summer time patio party arsenal. Visit https://graza.co/CAMERON and use promo code CAMERON today for 10% off of the TRIOGreen Chef: Head to Greenchef.com/50CAMERON and use code 50CAMERON to get fifty percent off your first month, then twenty percent off for two months with free shipping.Caraway: Visit Carawayhome.com/CAMERON and take an additional 10% off your next purchaseLola Blankets: Head to LolaBlankets.com and use code CAMERONCotton: Learn more at TheFabricOfOurLives.comGet Megan's book "Directional Living" HEREFollow Megan:Instagram: @meganhellererWebsite: meganhellerer.comFollow me:Instagram: @cameronoaksrogers and @conversationswithcamSubstack: Fill Your CupWebsite: cameronoaksrogers.comTikTok: @cameronoaksrogers and @conversations_with_camYoutube: Cameron RogersSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Nikki Pensak, clinical psychologist and author of "Rattled", to discuss postpartum mental health and the challenges of new motherhood. Dr. Nikki shares her professional insights and personal experiences to help new mothers understand and navigate the complexities of the postpartum period. We dive into the different aspects of postpartum struggles, coping strategies for intrusive thoughts, and the realities of baby bonding. We also discuss the crucial importance of maternal sleep, changes in intimacy after having a baby, and how to deal with overstimulation as a new mom.Key Takeaway / Points:The different aspects of postpartum mental health (anxiety, depression, and OCD)Dr. Nikki’s personal experience with postpartum mental health strugglesThe importance of proactive postpartum mental health careNavigating intrusive thoughts and overstimulation as a new momThe concept of "mommy brain" and the difference between “baby blues” and depressionHow to navigate feelings of guilt and disconnection in early motherhoodStrategies for maintaining intimacy in relationships after having childrenThe transformative nature of motherhoodHow to set up a postpartum support systemPractical tips for managing overstimulationThe importance of self-care and positive experiences for new momsThis episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.Sponsors:Arya: Go to Arya.Fyi/Cameron to get 15% off your first orderLMNT: Right now LMNT is offering a free 8-count Sample Pack of their most popular drink flavors with any purchase. Get yours at DrinkLMNT.com/cameronStasis: Get an extra 25% off your first purchase of Stasis using my code CAMERON at checkout!Little Spoon: Go to LITTLESPOON.COM/CAMERON30 and enter our code CAMERON30 at checkout to get 30% OFF your first Little Spoon orderFollow Dr. Nikki Pensak:Instagram: @drnikkipensakWebsite: drnicoleamoyalpensak.comOrder Dr. Nikki Pensak's book "Rattled" hereFollow me:Instagram: @cameronoaksrogers and @conversationswithcamSubstack: Fill Your CupWebsite: cameronoaksrogers.comTikTok: @cameronoaksrogers and @conversations_with_camYoutube: Cameron RogersProduced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I sit down with Katie Lee Biegel, renowned food personality and co-host of The Kitchen, for a candid conversation about her journey in the culinary world. Katie shares her lifelong love for food, cooking with her grandmother, and how she navigated the ups and downs of her career from Top Chef to The Kitchen. We dive into her approach to cooking, favorite recipes, and how motherhood has impacted her relationship with food. Katie also opens up about her fertility struggles, postpartum anxiety, and finding balance in her personal and professional life.Key Takeaway / Points:Katie's early passion for food and cooking with her grandmotherHer journey from journalism major to food personalityKatie's experience hosting Top Chef and joining The KitchenAdvice for aspiring food media personalitiesBalancing personal relationships in the public eyeKatie's fertility journey and advice for those undergoing IVFDealing with postpartum anxiety and her transition into motherhoodHow motherhood changed Katie's approach to her career and cookingKatie’s cooking tips, favorite recipes, and kitchen must-havesPlus, her experience cooking for Ina Garten!This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.Sponsors:Quince: Go to Quince.com/cameron for free shipping on your order and three hundred and sixty-five-day returns.Graza: Add Graza Olive Oil to your summer time patio party arsenal. Visit https://graza.co/CAMERON and use promo code CAMERON today for 10% off of the TRIOAlloy: Get your Alloy prescription today. Visit https://myalloy.com and use code CAMERON today for $20 off your first order! #AgeGracefullyGreen Chef: Head to Greenchef.com/50CAMERON and use code 50CAMERON to get fifty percent off your first month, then twenty percent off for two months with free shipping.Venmo: Visit Venmo.me/debit to learn more and sign up todayArya: Go to Arya.Fyi/Cameron to get 15% off your first orderFollow Katie:Instagram: @katieleebiegelWebsite: katieleebiegel.comTikTok: @katieleebiegelPodcast: All On The Table with Katie Lee BiegelFollow me:Instagram: @cameronoaksrogers and @conversationswithcamSubstack: Fill Your CupWebsite: cameronoaksrogers.comTikTok: @cameronoaksrogers and @conversations_with_camYoutube: Cameron RogersProduced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I sit down with Gretchen Rubin, best-selling author and happiness expert, to explore the intricacies of personal happiness, self-understanding, and ways to live your happiest life. Gretchen shares the inspiration behind her book "The Happiness Project," and the journey to finding her own personal happiness. We dive deep into her Four Tendencies Framework and how our personality types and habit forming affect our happiness. We discuss the impact of sensory experiences on our well-being, the complex relationship between money and happiness, and the joy of reading as a form of self-care.Key Takeaways / Points:What sparked “The Happiness Project” and Gretchen’s own journey to finding personal happinessHow personality type plays a role in habit forming and personal growthUnderstanding “The Four Tendencies” framework and how to create effective resolutions based on your tendencyWhy sensory experiences are crucial for happiness and how to manage sensory overloadThe role our five senses play in our well-being and what our favorite sense isCan money buy happiness?Practical tips for improving relationships and happiness in your daily lifeReading for pleasure and how to make time for itSponsors:Cotton: Learn more at TheFabricOfOurLives.comVenmo: Visit Venmo.me/debit to learn more and sign up todayArya: Go to Arya.Fyi/Cameron to get 15% off your first orderThrive Market: Go to ThriveMarket.com/cameron, to get thirty percent off your first order, plus a FREE sixty dollar gift just for signing up.LMNT: Right now LMNT is offering a free 8-count Sample Pack of their most popular drink flavors with any purchase. Get yours at DrinkLMNT.com/cameronCaraway: Visit Carawayhome.com/CAMERON and take an additional 10% off your next purchaseFollow Gretchen:Instagram: @gretchenrubinTwitter: @gretchenrubinWebsite: gretchenrubin.com Podcast: Happier with Gretchen RubinTake the Four Tendencies quiz HEREFollow me:Instagram: @cameronoaksrogers and @conversationswithcamSubstack: Fill Your CupWebsite: cameronoaksrogers.comTikTok: @cameronoaksrogers and @conversations_with_camYoutube: Cameron RogersProduced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today’s mini bonus episode with my little sister, Lucy, discusses the details of her honeymoon in France and Italy. She came straight off the plane (the next day) and we giggle our way through recapping all of her favorite moments.  Follow our travel agent, Emily Lutz, at @lutz_travelFollow me:Instagram: @cameronoaksrogers and @conversationswithcamSubstack: Fill Your CupWebsite: cameronoaksrogers.comTikTok: @cameronoaksrogers and @conversations_with_camYoutube: Cameron RogersProduced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Lucy and I sit down and recap the wedding of the century!!! We chat through all of the details of the weekend, her favorite moments, little moments we haven’t unpacked yet, and so much more, including listener questions. For a honeymoon recap, come back on Friday for a mini bonus ep. A special thank you to every single member of the FF Fam who loved on this wedding and my little sister so hard!! The drink Lucy mentions she had as her specialty cocktail HEREHer hat details: used Brist MFG to find hats and embroider and the wholesale hats were from Rora Blanks Cotton: Learn more at TheFabricOfOurLives.comSimply Pop: Go to cokeurl.com/simplyPOP to find out where you can try SimplyPopBeam: For a limited time, you can get UP TO 35% off plus 2 FREE gifts when you go to shopbeam.com/CAM and use code CAM at checkoutGraza: Head to Graza.co and use CAMERON to get 10% off of the TRIO which includes Sizzle, Frizzle and DrizzleVenmo: Visit Venmo.me/debit to learn more and sign up todayStasis: Get an extra 25% off your first purchase of Stasis using my code CAMERON at checkout!Follow me:Instagram: @cameronoaksrogers and @conversationswithcamSubstack: Fill Your CupWebsite: cameronoaksrogers.comTikTok: @cameronoaksrogers and @conversations_with_camYoutube: Cameron RogersProduced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I sit down with Sarah Baldwin, a somatic experiencing practitioner, to explore the fascinating world of the autonomic nervous system and its profound impact on our daily lives. Sarah shares her expertise on nervous system regulation, explaining the different states we experience and how our past shapes our current reactions. She also provides practical techniques for achieving better regulation and overall well-being.Key Takeaways / Points:What is the autonomic nervous system and why is it important?The six states of the nervous system and how they manifest in our livesPractical techniques for regulating your nervous system throughout the dayHow do past experiences influence our current reactions?The power of nature and sensory experiences in nervous system regulationSimple morning and evening routines for better regulationWhy understanding your nervous system is crucial for mental health and well-beingHow childhood experiences shape our nervous system "database"Tips for incorporating regulating experiences into urban environmentsSponsors:Venmo: Visit Venmo.me/debit to learn more and sign up todayArya: Visit arya.fyi and use code CAMERON for 15% off to get started todayStasis: Get an extra 25% off your first purchase of Stasis using my code CAMERON at checkout!LMNT: Right now LMNT is offering a free 8-count Sample Pack of their most popular drink flavors with any purchase. Get yours at DrinkLMNT.com/cameronLittle Spoon: Go to LITTLESPOON.COM/CAMERON30 and enter our code CAMERON30 at checkout to get 30% OFF your first Little Spoon order.Vegamour: For a limited time go to VEGAMOUR.com/cameron, code cameron to get twenty percent off your first orderFollow Sarah:Instagram: @sarahbcoaching Website: sarahbaldwincoaching.com Podcast: You Make SenseTake the “What’s Keeping Me Stuck Quiz” HEREFollow me:Instagram: @cameronoaksrogers and @conversationswithcamSubstack: Fill Your CupWebsite: cameronoaksrogers.comTikTok: @cameronoaksrogers and @conversations_with_camYoutube: Cameron RogersProduced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I sit down with Casey Mouton, a marriage and family therapist, to discuss the challenges and triumphs of parenting a child with special needs. Casey shares her personal journey through postpartum depression and anxiety, the shock of her son's stroke diagnosis, and navigating life as a special needs parent. We talk about the mental load of caring for a child with disabilities, the importance of community support, and the process of recognizing and addressing ableism in society. Casey also highlights the current political climate surrounding disability rights and offers practical advice for advocacy and support.Key Takeaway / Points:Casey's experience with postpartum depression and anxietyThe unexpected stroke diagnosis of her 10 month old son and its impact on Casey's familyThe mental load of a special needs parentHow to build supportive communities for parents of children with disabilitiesUnderstanding ableism and its manifestations in everyday lifeHow to talk to children about disabilities in an inclusive wayThe current threats to disability rights in today’s political climateListen to the episode 264 with Dr. Sarah Oreck of Mavida Health HEREPurchase the Anti-Ableist Manifesto HERELook at Disability Rights Watch HERESponsors:Venmo: Visit Venmo.me/debit to learn more and sign up todayArya: Visit arya.fyi and use code CAMERON for 15% off to get started todaySimply Pop: Go to cokeurl.com/simplyPOP to find out where you can try SimplyPopCotton: Learn more at TheFabricOfOurLives.comCrown Maple: Visit CrownMaple.com and use code CAMERON20 at checkout for 20% off your orderHead to this LINK to the contest to enter - it’s quick, it’s easy and there’s only one week to get in on this. Don’t miss your chance to win something truly exceptional!Caraway: Visit Carawayhome.com/CAMERON or use codeCAMERON at checkout Follow Casey:Instagram: @therapy.with.casey and @mavidahealthFollow me:Instagram: @cameronoaksrogers and @conversationswithcamSubstack: Fill Your CupWebsite: cameronoaksrogers.comTikTok: @cameronoaksrogers and @conversations_with_camYoutube: Cameron RogersProduced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this very honest solo episode, I open up about my recent struggles with burnout and the realization that my career success hasn't brought the happiness I expected. I share my journey of reassessing priorities, balancing motherhood with work, and my desire to break free from the constant "go, go, go" mentality that's been driving my life.Key Takeaway / Points:Why I’m feeling unfulfilled despite achieving career goalsHow motherhood has changed my perspective on work-life balanceHopping off the “hamster wheel” of life to reassessHow can we prioritize joy and presence in our daily lives?What steps I’m taking for a "summer reassess" to realign my prioritiesHow can we identify what truly brings us fulfillment?Why it is crucial to be honest with ourselves about our desires and goalsSponsors:Venmo: Visit Venmo.me/debit to learn more and sign up todayTrainwell: Take the quiz to find your perfect trainer and get 14 days off free training at go.trainwell.net/conversationswithcamArya: Visit arya.fyi and use code CAMERON for 15% off to get started todaySimply Pop: Go to cokeurl.com/simplyPOP to find out where you can try SimplyPopGreenChef: Head to Greenchef.com/50CAMERON and use code 50CAMERON to get fifty percent off your first month, then twenty percent off for two months with free shipping.Beam: Shop beam.com/CAM, and use code CAM for UP TO 35% off and 2 FREE giftsQuince: Go to Quince.com/cameron for free shipping on your order and three hundred and sixty-five-day returnsFollow me:Instagram: @cameronoaksrogers and @conversationswithcamSubstack: Fill Your CupWebsite: cameronoaksrogers.comTikTok: @cameronoaksrogers and @conversations_with_camYoutube: Cameron RogersProduced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.