Elizabeth welcomes Vani Hari, also known as the Food Babe, to discuss her passionate journey as a food activist, author, and co-founder of the organic food brand Truvani. Named one of the most influential people on the internet by Time Magazine, Vani shares her tireless efforts to hold the food industry accountable and educate consumers about what’s really in their food. She and Elizabeth chat about America’s broken food system, the movement to ban harmful artificial food dyes, and their optimistic vision for change with leaders like RFK Jr. and Dr. Marty McCary, the newly appointed head of the FDA. Vani also opens up about her groundbreaking Senate address in September, which sparked a ripple effect of awareness and activism, the ongoing Kellogg’s boycott, and the importance of voting with your fork.

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Elizabeth welcomes the inspiring and innovative Brooke "Chef Bae" Baevsky to discuss her journey from growing up in a household with nine food allergies to becoming a sought-after celebrity chef known for healthy, delicious creations. Chef Bae shares how she carved her unique path through BuzzFeed Tasty videos, product development for Starbucks and Freshly, and cooking for celebrities, professional athletes, and even royal families. Chef Bae shares some great wisdom about embracing fear, culinary trends, favorite Erewhon picks, and her all star ingredient swaps!

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Elizabeth welcomes Tom Spier, founder and managing partner of Boulder Food Group, a VC firm focused on consumer packaged goods. Tom shares his journey from an early employee at Bear Naked to selling the company to Kellogg's, and then co-founding Evolved Foods before transitioning to investing. Tom provides some great insights on building successful CPG brands, the importance of innovation, strong supply chains, and surrounding yourself with the right people. He also shares advice for navigating the ups and downs of entrepreneurship, tips for making a great first impression, and going for your idea with gusto.

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It’s all about hair health this week, as Elizabeth sits down with Dr. Brianna Diorio, a PhD in integrative medicine, certified Functional Diagnostic Nutrition practitioner, and Director of Product Education at Nutrafol. Dr. Brianna shares some fascinating and cutting edge wisdom around the science behind hair health, the connection between gut health and hair, as well as why nutrition and stress play such vital roles in hair wellness. Brianna shares her expert take on the “six root causes” of hair thinning, what makes Nutrafol’s approach unique, and why hair health is ultimately a reflection of our overall wellness.

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It’s all about the nervous system this week, as Elizabeth welcomes Jessica McGuire, expert in nervous system repair, TEDx speaker, and founder of the popular Instagram account, Repairing the Nervous System. Jessica holds a Bachelor of Health Science and a Master of Physiotherapy, with postgraduate studies in neuroscience, neuroplasticity, brain-body medicine, and heart biofeedback. She is also the founder of the Nervous System School.

Jessica talks about the vagus nerve and how it regulates the body’s response to stress, the connection between gut health and the nervous system, and some practical strategies for resetting the nervous system for healing and well-being. She gives us a sneak peak into her book The Nervous System Reset, a tangible and science-backed guide to resetting and regulating your body.

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Elizabeth sits down with Dr. Natazia zu Stolberg, a licensed acupuncturist and herbalist who’s all about treating the health issues that traditional medicine often overlooks. Specializing in chronic bloating, hormonal imbalances, and painful periods, Dr. Stolberg combines acupuncture, herbal therapy, and personalized nutrition to help her patients feel better from the inside out. She’s also the founder of Rest and Digest, a tea that supports better digestion.

Dr. Stolberg opens up about her personal journey with endometriosis, the painful and often misunderstood condition that led her to discover alternative medicine. She shares how acupuncture transformed her health and life, along with practical tips on balancing hormones, improving digestion, and managing stress.

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Elizabeth welcomes Chloé Crane-Leroux, a creative director, food and lifestyle photographer, and author of the stunning new cookbook The Artful Way to Plant-Based Cooking. Chloe takes us on a journey through her love for food photography, her passion for plant-based living, and how romanticizing her life has become a cornerstone of her wellness philosophy. From her early days exploring fashion photography to finding her true calling in the food world, Chloe shares her personal evolution, including her approach to social media and her commitment to mindful living. Chloe explains how consistency and authenticity helped her grow a huge social following, the power of slowing down, and the simple pleasures of life, like preparing meals and cherishing family moments.

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We’re heading to the kitchen this week as Elizabeth welcomes Jordan Nathan, founder and CEO of Caraway. You may know Caraway for its colorful, sleek cookware designs that set it apart from the rest of the market. Jordan shares his journey from working in kitchenware development to founding Caraway, sparked by his personal experience with Teflon toxicity. He also talks about building a remote-first company with a strong focus on culture, innovation, and health. Plus, Jordan gives us a peek into how he balances his busy work and home life with a consistent routine, Caraway’s exciting future plans, and his favorite dishes to whip up in Caraway’s ceramic beauties!

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