Disrupting Obesity

Charlotte Skanes

The Disrupting Obesity podcast is for anyone who’s looking to lose an extreme amount of weight and change their relationship with food so they can keep the pounds off. If you’re tired of feeling judged for being fat, of excluding yourself or being left out, and using food to comfort, reward, and cope with your emotions and the day to day, don’t waste time beating yourself up. You absolutely have what it takes to lose a significant amount of weight naturally in a way that you can sustain and that will ensure you keep the weight off too. Hosted by Charlotte Skanes, a weight loss coach who lost and is keeping off over two hundred pounds, this show will give you the strategies and mindset you need to drop the weight. It’s going to encourage you and motivate you so that you can build the confidence and self-belief to find the healthiest version of yourself. It’s not about the food. It’s about your relationship with food. Once you start to change that relationship you can start disrupting obesity.

  1. 4D AGO

    184 ~ Weight Loss Q&A XXXV

    Send us Fan Mail In this Q&A, I answer four questions that come up during weight loss and maintenance. I talk about whether I still track my calories, how to get the last stubborn pounds off, what to do when food disappoints you, and how I stopped obsessing over the foods I thought I could not have.  In this episode I cover: • Whether I still track my calories and why • What to look at when the last 30 pounds refuse to budge • How to handle food disappointment without spiraling • How eat whatever you want just less of it changed everything for me • Tracking is a tool you can use when and IF you need it • The final stretch requires patience, accuracy, and sometimes a small calorie tweak • Food disappointment is normal and you always have a choice • Removing deprivation makes the calorie deficit easier • Beating yourself up never works • You can change your relationship with food by changing the way you talk to yourself Support the show Looking for help on your weight loss journey? I’ve created a couple of resources: • My NEW Membership Community Flamingo Forum! Join HERE: https://charlotte-skanes.mykajabi.com/disruptor-our-community • My Immersive Weight Loss Experience: Sustainable 7 • My Cookbook 'Disruptor' • Free Guide ‘Getting Started for the Last Time’ • Weight Loss Workbook Disruptor, find anywhere in the world on Amazon by searching “Disruptor Charlotte Skanes” •Get Started For The Last Time LIVE Webinar Replay Sign-Up - free Spread Sprinkle Pour worksheets Website Instagram Youtube ...

    25 min
  2. 6D AGO

    183 ~ You Need Safety Nets

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I talk about one of the most powerful tools you can use to lose weight and change your relationship with food: safety nets. These simple boundaries help you stay in a calorie deficit, stop the mindless eating that sneaks in throughout the day, and rebuild trust with yourself while you work on long term change. I share examples from my own 201 pound loss and from inside Flamingo Forum, including things like eating with the fridge door open, grabbing bites during meal prep, overeating after weigh in day, and why I used to eat hot dogs straight from the package. More importantly, I walk you through how to spot your own patterns and create safety nets that actually support you. If you feel like you keep sabotaging yourself or you cannot trust yourself around food, this episode will help you understand what is going on and what to do next. In this episode I cover: • What safety nets are and why they work • How they help you stay in a deficit without feeling deprived • Why trust and time matter more than willpower • How to use the 7 Pillars to build your own safety nets • My favorite starter safety nets you can try today Starter safety nets to try: • Eat whatever you want, just less of it • My hands are empty when I chew • I do not eat standing up • I do not eat in the car • I do not eat from the packaging If you want coaching, support, or a community that understands exactly what you are working on, you can join me inside Flamingo Forum. More info at disruptingobesity.com. Let me know what safety nets you try this week and what you notice. Support the show Looking for help on your weight loss journey? I’ve created a couple of resources: • My NEW Membership Community Flamingo Forum! Join HERE: https://charlotte-skanes.mykajabi.com/disruptor-our-community • My Immersive Weight Loss Experience: Sustainable 7 • My Cookbook 'Disruptor' • Free Guide ‘Getting Started for the Last Time’ • Weight Loss Workbook Disruptor, find anywhere in the world on Amazon by searching “Disruptor Charlotte Skanes” •Get Started For The Last Time LIVE Webinar Replay Sign-Up - free Spread Sprinkle Pour worksheets Website Instagram Youtube ...

    29 min
  3. MAY 6

    182 ~ Weight Loss Q&A XXXIV

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to Weight Loss Q&A. In episode 182, I’m answering four new questions on TDEE confusion, food judgment, hair loss during weight loss, and fasting rules.  If you’ve ever second-guessed your calorie numbers, worried about things like “chemicals,” or wondered if you’re doing fasting “wrong,” this episode will help you cut through the noise and focus on what actually works. What I cover in this episode: • Why TDEE numbers are different across apps and calculators • How weight loss goals inside apps can change your calorie targets • Why I recommend double checking your numbers with an online calculator • The problem with dropping calories too fast too soon • A real talk about food shaming and the “chemicals” argument • Why focusing on ingredients can distract from the real work • How to think about effort, progress, and supporting yourself and others • Hair loss during weight loss and when to talk to your doctor • My experience with hair loss and recovery • Clean fasting, diet pop, and zero calorie drinks • Whether milk or creamer in your coffee “breaks” your fast • Why protecting your routine and mindset matters more than perfection Key takeaways: • Your calorie target should be sustainable, not aggressive • Not all advice needs to be followed, especially if it makes your life harder • Kindness beats judgment, especially when someone is trying • If something small helps you stay consistent, keep it • You do not need to overhaul your entire life to lose weight Support the show Looking for help on your weight loss journey? I’ve created a couple of resources: • My NEW Membership Community Flamingo Forum! Join HERE: https://charlotte-skanes.mykajabi.com/disruptor-our-community • My Immersive Weight Loss Experience: Sustainable 7 • My Cookbook 'Disruptor' • Free Guide ‘Getting Started for the Last Time’ • Weight Loss Workbook Disruptor, find anywhere in the world on Amazon by searching “Disruptor Charlotte Skanes” •Get Started For The Last Time LIVE Webinar Replay Sign-Up - free Spread Sprinkle Pour worksheets Website Instagram Youtube ...

    14 min
  4. MAY 4

    181 ~ Weight Loss and Time

    Send us Fan Mail Weight loss takes time. You already know that. But knowing it and actually living it are two very different things. In this episode, I’m getting real about what “this takes time” actually looks like when you’re in it. The boredom, the frustration, the weeks where nothing happens, and the mental work required to keep going anyway. We’re talking about expectations, patience, and why setting yourself up for a longer timeline will actually make this easier, not harder. I also share some of my own experience losing over 200 pounds, regaining weight, losing it again, and what finally made the difference long term. This one matters if you’ve ever felt like it’s taking too long and wondered if you’re doing something wrong. You’re not. You’re just in the middle of it. What I cover in this episode: • Why weight loss almost always takes longer than you think it will • What realistic timelines actually look like • Why scale fluctuations can make the process feel even slower • The mental and emotional commitment required for long term weight loss • How boredom becomes one of the biggest challenges • Why changing your relationship with food makes the timeline easier to handle • The difference between fast, restrictive methods and sustainable weight loss • How small wins help you stay motivated over time • Why support matters so much in a long journey • The truth about averages including medications like GLP-1s • What I learned from losing, regaining, and losing again • Why maintenance is the real goal, not just weight loss • How to think about time in a way that actually helps you keep going The time is going to pass anyway. The question is what you want your life to look like when it does. Support the show Looking for help on your weight loss journey? I’ve created a couple of resources: • My NEW Membership Community Flamingo Forum! Join HERE: https://charlotte-skanes.mykajabi.com/disruptor-our-community • My Immersive Weight Loss Experience: Sustainable 7 • My Cookbook 'Disruptor' • Free Guide ‘Getting Started for the Last Time’ • Weight Loss Workbook Disruptor, find anywhere in the world on Amazon by searching “Disruptor Charlotte Skanes” •Get Started For The Last Time LIVE Webinar Replay Sign-Up - free Spread Sprinkle Pour worksheets Website Instagram Youtube ...

    34 min
  5. APR 29

    180 ~ Weight Loss Wednesday XXXIII

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to another Q&A episode. In this one, I’m answering your questions about calorie deficits, emotional eating, tracking tricky foods, and a more personal question about inspiration. This episode gets into the nuance of doing this in a way that actually lasts, without burning out, spiralling, or trying to be perfect. In this episode, we cover:  Whether you need to hit your calorie target every day  Why under-eating can lead to burnout and fatigue  Strategies to manage emotional eating more effectively  How to apply the 3A Way in real situations  Letting go of the idea that emotional eating has to be eliminated  Being intentional and aware with your food choices  How to track foods like ribs using cooked weight  Why sauces and add-ons matter for accuracy  A personal look at inspiration and what keeps me going Key reminders:  Consistency beats intensity every time  You do not need to do more, you need to keep going  Control is the goal, not perfection  Small awareness shifts can change everything Support the show Looking for help on your weight loss journey? I’ve created a couple of resources: • My NEW Membership Community Flamingo Forum! Join HERE: https://charlotte-skanes.mykajabi.com/disruptor-our-community • My Immersive Weight Loss Experience: Sustainable 7 • My Cookbook 'Disruptor' • Free Guide ‘Getting Started for the Last Time’ • Weight Loss Workbook Disruptor, find anywhere in the world on Amazon by searching “Disruptor Charlotte Skanes” •Get Started For The Last Time LIVE Webinar Replay Sign-Up - free Spread Sprinkle Pour worksheets Website Instagram Youtube ...

    20 min
  6. APR 27

    179 ~ Maintenance Mode

    Send us Fan Mail You lost the weight. What now? In this episode, I’m diving into maintenance mode. The part no one really prepares you for, but the part that actually matters the most long-term. Because here’s the reality. Most people regain the weight. Not because they’re lazy or broken, but because they never learned how to maintain it. So today, I’m breaking down what maintenance mode actually looks like, why it feels so uncomfortable at first, and how to navigate it without spiraling every time the scale moves. This episode is for you if you’re at your goal, close to it, or even just starting. Because how you lose the weight is directly tied to whether you keep it off. What I cover in this episode: • What “Maintenance Mode” actually means  • Why jumping straight back to higher calories can backfire  • The reality of metabolic changes after weight loss  • How to slowly increase calories without triggering regain  • Why fear of regaining weight is completely normal  • The emotional whiplash of reaching your goal  • Why maintenance is a completely new skill set  • The truth about tracking forever (and why you might not need to)  • How your relationship with food determines long-term success  • Staying an active participant with your eating habits  • Emotional eating in maintenance and how to manage it  • Why restrictive diets make maintenance harder  • How to build trust with yourself after weight loss  • The importance of celebrating every version of yourself  • Why you can still learn these skills even after hitting your goal Maintenance is not the end of your journey. It is a new phase that requires intention, awareness, and patience. You do not need to live in fear of regaining your weight, but you do need to stay engaged with your habits and your relationship with food. The same tools that helped you lose the weight are the ones that will help you keep it off. And most importantly, you can absolutely be part of the 15% that keeps the weight off. Support the show Looking for help on your weight loss journey? I’ve created a couple of resources: • My NEW Membership Community Flamingo Forum! Join HERE: https://charlotte-skanes.mykajabi.com/disruptor-our-community • My Immersive Weight Loss Experience: Sustainable 7 • My Cookbook 'Disruptor' • Free Guide ‘Getting Started for the Last Time’ • Weight Loss Workbook Disruptor, find anywhere in the world on Amazon by searching “Disruptor Charlotte Skanes” •Get Started For The Last Time LIVE Webinar Replay Sign-Up - free Spread Sprinkle Pour worksheets Website Instagram Youtube ...

    35 min
  7. APR 22

    178 ~ Weight Loss Q&A XXXII

    Send us Fan Mail In this Q&A episode, I’m answering your questions about weight loss expectations, getting back on track after a setback, alcohol and fat loss, and navigating vacation without losing progress. We talk about why big drops at the beginning aren’t the goal, how to stop a binge spiral without going all-or-nothing, and how to approach situations like travel in a way that actually supports long-term success. This episode is focused on helping you stay consistent, even when life isn’t. In this episode, we cover:  Why weight loss isn’t “supposed” to be faster at the beginning  The problem with aggressive calorie cuts  How to regain control after emotional eating or bingeing  Using small steps instead of all-or-nothing thinking  Alcohol and weight loss - calories, myths, and realistic expectations  Managing food and drink choices on vacation  Why aiming for maintenance can be the smarter goal  How to avoid the “I’m on vacation, so nothing counts” mindset  Simple strategies to stay on track without overthinking Key reminders:  You don’t need to be perfect—you need to be consistent  Small steps still count (and they add up)  You can handle more than you think you can  Progress isn’t ruined by a week, it’s built over time Support the show Looking for help on your weight loss journey? I’ve created a couple of resources: • My NEW Membership Community Flamingo Forum! Join HERE: https://charlotte-skanes.mykajabi.com/disruptor-our-community • My Immersive Weight Loss Experience: Sustainable 7 • My Cookbook 'Disruptor' • Free Guide ‘Getting Started for the Last Time’ • Weight Loss Workbook Disruptor, find anywhere in the world on Amazon by searching “Disruptor Charlotte Skanes” •Get Started For The Last Time LIVE Webinar Replay Sign-Up - free Spread Sprinkle Pour worksheets Website Instagram Youtube ...

    19 min
  8. APR 20

    177 ~ More Spread Sprinkle Pour

    Send us Fan Mail If you’ve ever said “I’m doing everything right and the scale isn’t moving” this episode is for you. This week, I’m building on our conversation about accuracy and diving deeper into one of my core tools: Spread, Sprinkle, Pour. This is one of the simplest and most effective ways to create a calorie deficit without blowing up your life, cutting out your favourite foods, or white-knuckling your way through the day. We’re not taking your burger away. We’re just having a conversation about how much extra stuff is on it. Inside this episode, I walk you through how to use small, incremental changes to reduce calorie-dense extras like sauces, dressings, and toppings, without triggering that all-or-nothing spiral that derails so many people. Because the goal isn’t perfection. The goal is sustainability. What I cover: • What “spread, sprinkle, pour” actually means and why it works • Why calorie-dense add-ons are the easiest place to start • How to create a deficit without cutting out the foods you love • The real reason “doing everything right” often isn’t accurate • How to use small reductions to build consistency over time • Why awareness comes before change (and why that part can feel soooo uncomfortable) • How this method helps you change your relationship with food • What to prioritise (and what to stop overthinking) to avoid burnout You don’t need to overhaul your entire diet. You need to get honest about what you’re adding and start shaving it back in a way that still lets you enjoy your food. Small changes. Repeated often. That’s where the magic is. Support the show Looking for help on your weight loss journey? I’ve created a couple of resources: • My NEW Membership Community Flamingo Forum! Join HERE: https://charlotte-skanes.mykajabi.com/disruptor-our-community • My Immersive Weight Loss Experience: Sustainable 7 • My Cookbook 'Disruptor' • Free Guide ‘Getting Started for the Last Time’ • Weight Loss Workbook Disruptor, find anywhere in the world on Amazon by searching “Disruptor Charlotte Skanes” •Get Started For The Last Time LIVE Webinar Replay Sign-Up - free Spread Sprinkle Pour worksheets Website Instagram Youtube ...

    20 min

Ratings & Reviews

4.9
out of 5
19 Ratings

About

The Disrupting Obesity podcast is for anyone who’s looking to lose an extreme amount of weight and change their relationship with food so they can keep the pounds off. If you’re tired of feeling judged for being fat, of excluding yourself or being left out, and using food to comfort, reward, and cope with your emotions and the day to day, don’t waste time beating yourself up. You absolutely have what it takes to lose a significant amount of weight naturally in a way that you can sustain and that will ensure you keep the weight off too. Hosted by Charlotte Skanes, a weight loss coach who lost and is keeping off over two hundred pounds, this show will give you the strategies and mindset you need to drop the weight. It’s going to encourage you and motivate you so that you can build the confidence and self-belief to find the healthiest version of yourself. It’s not about the food. It’s about your relationship with food. Once you start to change that relationship you can start disrupting obesity.

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