Body Peace Podcast with Jennie Kramer and Nina Manolson

Jennie Kramer + Nina Manolson
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Welcome to the Body Peace Podcast (formerly Herstory on a Plate). We are so excited to bring you the Body Peace Podcast—a space for deep, compassionate, real conversations about our relationships with our bodies, food, and the world around us. What began as Herstory on a Plate has grown into something deeper. As conversations evolved, so did our mission. Body Peace® is about stepping off the battlefield with yourself. It’s not about fixing, controlling, or striving for perfection—it’s about finding peace, reconnecting with your body, and learning to return to yourself again and again.

  1. 1d ago

    Eyes Wide Open - Navigating GLP-1s and Body Autonomy

    Welcome to the Body Peace Podcast! In this episode, we dive deep into the complicated world of GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Mounjaro. We look closely at what it means to make choices about our bodies with our eyes wide open. We talk about the intense pressure from weight stigma and the cultural belief that smaller bodies are better. We also unpack the promise of erasing "food noise" and look at the real risks of weight cycling when stopping these drugs. Our goal is to support body autonomy and help us step off the battlefield of fixing or controlling ourselves. Whether we choose to explore these medications or stay far away, we deserve a supportive space to navigate our relationship with food and our bodies without any shame. Key TakeawaysWe honor body autonomy by making healthcare choices with our eyes wide open.Weight cycling causes more physical health risks than remaining in a larger body.Food noise is actually important information from our body that we should listen to closely.Starting weight loss medications at a young age can easily trigger lifelong disordered eating habits.We must release shame and choose supportive communities that nurture our whole wellness. Resourcessizeinclusivemedicine.org (GLP-1 Informed Consent Form) https://sizeinclusivemedicine.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/MSSI-GLP1-Informed-Consent-1-1.pdfBody Peace Podcast Episode with Dr. Asher Connect with Nina and JennieNina Manolson M.A. Body-Peace® Founder & Coach Stay connected & pick up your FREE Practicing Body-Peace Journal:⁠⁠ https://ninamanolson.com/practicingbodypeace/⁠⁠Contact: Nina@NinaManolson.comConnect:⁠ ⁠ https://www.instagram.com/bodypeacepodcast⁠ Jennie Kramer LCSW-R,CEDS Subscribe to Jennie’s Newsletter & a complimentary 15min phone consult:⁠⁠ https://mbhany.com/connect-with-jennie/⁠⁠Contact: jkramer@mbhany.com

  2. Jul 14

    Say No to the Scale - Reclaiming Your Rights at the Doctor with Dr. Asher Larmie

    In this episode, we welcome Dr. Asher Larmie to talk about creating a truly weight-inclusive approach to our health. As both a primary care doctor and a fat patient, he shares a unique look at how weight stigma directly harms people in the medical system. We talk about the deep medical trauma and anxiety that keeps so many of us from going to the doctor in the first place. Dr. Asher helps us unpack the history of the BMI and shows us how standard health guidelines are often driven by big money instead of actual well-being. Most importantly, we explore how to step off the battlefield at the doctor's office by learning to use our own voice, set clear boundaries, and reclaim our personal consent. It is a powerful reminder that we all deserve healthcare rooted in real compassion, safety, and true body peace. Key TakeawaysYou have the right to refuse the scale and withhold consent for being weighed.Medical trauma from weight shaming causes many people to avoid getting necessary healthcare.Standard body mass index measurements were never built using diverse or inclusive patient data.Internalized blame for health issues belongs to a biased system, not to your body.Practicing self-compassion and finding a supportive community helps us heal from medical shame. ResourcesNo Weigh: Everything You’ve Been Told About Weight Loss is a Lie by Dr. Asher Larmie https://a.co/d/09l6u8n5The Fat Doctor Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ch/podcast/the-fat-doctor-podcast/id1573468700?l=en-GBThe No Weigh Movement Website: https://www.noweigh.org/Fat Doctor Official Website: https://www.fatdoctor.co.uk/Dr. Asher Larmie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefatdoctor/ Connect with Nina and JennieNina Manolson M.A. Body-Peace® Founder & Coach Stay connected & pick up your FREE Practicing Body-Peace Journal:⁠⁠ https://ninamanolson.com/practicingbodypeace/⁠⁠ Contact: Nina@NinaManolson.com Connect:⁠ ⁠ https://www.instagram.com/bodypeacepodcast⁠ Jennie Kramer LCSW-R,CEDS Subscribe to Jennie’s Newsletter & a complimentary 15min phone consult:⁠⁠ https://mbhany.com/connect-with-jennie/⁠⁠ Contact: jkramer@mbhany.com

  3. Jun 30

    Stepping Off the Scale: Dismantling Diet Culture & Finding Body Peace

    Welcome to a very special compilation episode of our show. Today, we are bringing you a curated collection of conversations focused on dismantling diet culture and the scale. This episode features highlights from three of our favorite guest interviews and one solo conversation between the two of us. Together, we explore how weight cycling and diet culture act as a heavy cultural burden that hurts our well-being. Our guests share how we can break free from the trap of constant body judgment. Alexis Conason discusses the power of radical self-acceptance. Kim Daniels explains how Internal Family Systems can heal our deepest wounds, and Rachel Millner shares why we sometimes need to take a break from exercise. Finally, we talk about reclaiming our body autonomy by stepping off the scale entirely. It is time to stop fighting yourself and find true body peace. Key Takeaways Diet culture is a heavy cultural burden that harms our mental and physical health.Weight cycling and internalized weight stigma cause real damage to our medical well-being.Radical self-acceptance means opening our eyes to reality with deep compassion for ourselves.Internal Family Systems can help heal the young parts of us carrying deep shame.Stepping off the scale allows us to reclaim our true body autonomy and intuition. Connect with Nina and Jennie Nina Manolson M.A. Body-Peace® Founder & Coach Stay connected & pick up your FREE Practicing Body-Peace Journal:⁠⁠ https://ninamanolson.com/practicingbodypeace/⁠⁠ Contact: Nina@NinaManolson.com Connect:⁠ ⁠ https://www.instagram.com/bodypeacepodcast⁠ Jennie Kramer LCSW-R,CEDS Subscribe to Jennie’s Newsletter & a complimentary 15min phone consult:⁠⁠ https://mbhany.com/connect-with-jennie/⁠⁠ Contact: jkramer@mbhany.com

  4. Jun 2

    Stepping Off the Diet Culture Wheel with Dr. Rachel Millner

    In this episode, we welcome Dr. Rachel Millner, a psychologist and fat activist who has spent two decades helping people untangle their relationships with food, movement, and body image. Rachel shares her powerful personal journey of healing from an eating disorder and learning to navigate life in a culture obsessed with thinness. Together, we dive into the systemic realities of weight stigma, the heavy emotional cost of chronic dieting, and how modern trends like GLP-1 medications impact our collective body peace. Rachel also opens up about her viral Peloton campaign and the beautiful, complex process of reclaiming the pure joy of body movement. Whether you are navigating medical weight stigma or trying to protect your children from diet culture, this conversation is a profound reminder of what it means to step off the battlefield, take up space, and fully claim your authentic self. Key Takeaways Chronic dieting carries a heavy cost, consuming the mental energy needed for joy and connection. Weight stigma pathologizes normal bodily functions like sweating in larger bodies while normalizing them in smaller ones. Taking a temporary break from movement can help disentangle it from punitive, compensatory diet mindsets. Parents can protect children by eliminating negative body talk about themselves and other people at home. Navigating medical weight stigma requires asking providers how they treat identical symptoms in thin patients. Resources Dr. Rachel Millner's Website – rachelmilnertherapy.com Dr. Rachel Millner's Instagram – @drrachelmillner Connect with Nina and Jennie Nina Manolson M.A. Body-Peace® Founder & Coach Stay connected & pick up your FREE Practicing Body-Peace Journal: ⁠⁠ninamanolson.com/practicingbodypeace/⁠⁠ Contact: Nina@NinaManolson.com Connect: ⁠⁠instagram.com/bodypeacepodcast⁠ Jennie Kramer LCSW-R,CEDS Subscribe to Jennie’s Newsletter & a complimentary 15min phone consult: ⁠⁠mbhany.com/connect-with-jennie/⁠⁠ Contact: jkramer@mbhany.com

    Stepping Off the Diet Culture Wheel with Dr. Rachel Millner

  5. May 26

    Embracing Body Changes and Aging with Robyn Goldberg

    In this episode, we are joined by Robyn Goldberg, a registered dietitian nutritionist and author, to explore what happens when the pursuit of health actually disconnects us from ourselves. Robyn shares the behind-the-scenes journey of writing her book, The Eating Disorder Trap, and her mission to make eating disorder education accessible and inclusive for everyone. Together, we dive into the exhausting pressures of diet culture, from the rise of GLP-1 medications to the rigid rules facing athletes and dancers. We also talk openly about navigating the natural body changes that come with menopause and aging in a culture that values youth over wisdom. Robyn reminds us that our bodies are meant to evolve, and true body peace comes from stepping off the battlefield of control. Tune in as we discuss how to advocate for yourself at the doctor's office, drop the scale, and reclaim your relationship with food. Key Takeaways Eating disorders can affect individuals in larger bodies who may outwardly appear completely healthy. True medical well-being is informed by meaningful metrics rather than numbers on a scale. You have the right to refuse being weighed during your medical doctor visits. Navigating perimenopause and menopause requires internal self-acceptance rather than fighting natural body evolution. It is never too late to seek professional support for healing your relationship with food. Resources The Eating Disorder Trap by Robyn Goldberg https://www.amazon.com/Eating-Disorder-Trap-Guide-Clinicians/dp/1631837761  Robyn Goldberg's Website: askaboutfood.com Connect with Nina and Jennie Nina Manolson M.A. Body-Peace® Founder & Coach Stay connected & pick up your FREE Practicing Body-Peace Journal:⁠⁠ https://ninamanolson.com/practicingbodypeace/⁠⁠ Contact: Nina@NinaManolson.com Connect:⁠ ⁠ https://www.instagram.com/bodypeacepodcast⁠ Jennie Kramer LCSW-R,CEDS Subscribe to Jennie’s Newsletter & a complimentary 15min phone consult:⁠⁠ https://mbhany.com/connect-with-jennie/⁠⁠ Contact: jkramer@mbhany.com

    Embracing Body Changes and Aging with Robyn Goldberg

  6. May 19

    The Privilege of Aging - Stepping Into Your Queen Stage

    We celebrate our recent birthdays by having a deep talk about what it actually means to get older in a culture obsessed with staying young. We look at the difference between just living longer and truly feeling vital and engaged in our own lives. We chat about how ageism hits women particularly hard and the constant pressure to "fix" our aging bodies through things like Botox or extreme diets. Instead of fighting the clock, we explore how to step into our "Queen stage"—owning our wisdom and internal authority. We share how to balance the grief of loss with a deep appreciation for everything our bodies have carried us through. It’s a call to move away from anti-aging and toward a wise, soul-led vitality. By looking at what truly turns us on in life, we can find peace with our changing selves. Key Takeaways Aging is a true privilege that we should value rather than try to fix. Shift your focus from health metrics to finding what makes you feel truly vital. Step into your Queen stage by valuing your own internal authority over external approval. Balance the grief of aging with a deep appreciation for your body's amazing journey. Create a vitality list to rediscover the passions that light up your soul today. Resources Breaking the Age Code by Rebecca Levy https://www.amazon.com/Breaking-the-Age-Code/dp/1785043552 Life Extension by Durk Pearson and Sandy Shaw https://www.amazon.com/Life-Extension-Practical-Scientific-Approach/dp/0446387355 Connect with Nina and Jennie Nina Manolson M.A. Body-Peace® Founder & Coach Stay connected & pick up your FREE Practicing Body-Peace Journal:⁠ https://ninamanolson.com/practicingbodypeace/⁠ Contact: Nina@NinaManolson.com Connect: ⁠ https://www.instagram.com/bodypeacepodcast⁠ Jennie Kramer LCSW-R,CEDS Subscribe to Jennie’s Newsletter & a complimentary 15min phone consult:⁠ https://mbhany.com/connect-with-jennie/⁠ Contact: jkramer@mbhany.com

    The Privilege of Aging - Stepping Into Your Queen Stage

  7. Apr 15

    Beyond Hormone Therapy - Embracing Midlife as a New Beginning with Jen Salib Huber

    We're so excited to hang out with Jenn Salib Huber. Jenn calls herself a "midlife feminist dietitian badass." We get real about the messy "crash landing" that often happens when perimenopause hits. Jen shares her own story of moving from disordered eating to finding true food peace during her midlife transition. We dive into why standard hormone therapy isn't a magic fix for everyone and why we need to listen to our own unique bodies instead. She explains her "undiating" process, which is all about unlearning those old diet culture rules to finally trust our bodies again. We also chat about decoding cravings as biological or emotional hunger rather than a lack of willpower. Jenn shows us that this "hormonal soup" of midlife is actually a great chance to start putting our own needs first. It’s a warm, honest guide to navigating body changes with more confidence and less shame. Key Takeaways Permission is the essential path to finding true food peace and quiet. Midlife is a powerful evolution where we learn to prioritize ourselves first. Undiating is the necessary process of unlearning diet culture’s old mental code. Emotional hunger signals a deeper need for rest, connection, or simple pleasure. Menopause marks a vibrant new life transition and not the end of you. Resources Eat to Thrive During Menopause by Jen Salib Huber https://a.co/d/02FIArz8 Jenn’s show: The Midlife Feast Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-midlife-feast/id1589611177  The Midlife Feast Community: https://www.menopausenutritionist.ca/themidlifefeastcommunity Nina Manolson M.A. Body-Peace® Founder & Coach Stay connected & pick up your FREE Practicing Body-Peace Journal: https://ninamanolson.com/practicingbodypeace/ Contact: Nina@NinaManolson.com Connect:  https://www.instagram.com/bodypeacepodcast Jennie Kramer LCSW-R,CEDS Subscribe to Jennie’s Newsletter & a complimentary 15min phone consult: https://mbhany.com/connect-with-jennie/ Contact: jkramer@mbhany.com Connect with Nina and Jennie:Connect: https://www.instagram.com/bodypeacepodcast

    Beyond Hormone Therapy - Embracing Midlife as a New Beginning with Jen Salib Huber

  8. Apr 1

    More Than Just Weight Loss - Finding Peace with Yourself with Mary Anne Cohen

    We sit down with psychotherapist Mary Anne Cohen to explore the complex world of GLP-1 medications. In this episode, we dive into why weight loss isn't just about willpower but is deeply tied to our emotional histories. Mary Anne shares her nuanced perspective on the "Ozempic era," moving past the black-and-white marketing to see the shades of gray. We discuss the importance of "guardrails" like therapy and a supportive medical team when navigating these drugs. The conversation shifts from the simple desire for thinness to understanding "food noise" as a signal for undigested emotions or past trauma. Ultimately, Mary Anne reminds us that true peace comes from befriending our bodies rather than fighting them. We explore how to maintain our individual voices amidst a culture obsessed with shrinking, emphasizing that weight loss alone never solves life's deeper challenges. Key Takeaways True healing requires looking at the emotional roots of our relationship with food today. GLP-1 medications are a tool, but they should never replace deep, compassionate psychological therapy. "Food noise" often serves as a distraction from undigested emotions or underlying personal trauma. We must implement essential guardrails like a medical team to ensure a safe journey. Happiness is not a result of weight loss; true peace comes from befriending ourselves. Resources Mary Anne Cohen’s website: https://www.emotionaleating.org/ French Toast for Breakfast by Mary Anne Cohen https://a.co/d/01orbaZd Declaring Peace with Emotional Eating by Mary Anne Cohen https://a.co/d/0503cPXJ Ozempic for Smarties: A Psychotherapist Tells the Straight Skinny by Mary Anne Cohen https://a.co/d/02c8yybF Fat is a Family Affair by Judy Hollis https://a.co/d/04UfNq0i Clear Step (Scale-less weighing tool) Nina Manolson M.A. Body-Peace® Founder & Coach Stay connected & pick up your FREE Practicing Body-Peace Journal: https://ninamanolson.com/practicingbodypeace/ Contact: Nina@NinaManolson.com Connect:  https://www.instagram.com/bodypeacepodcast Jennie Kramer LCSW-R,CEDS Subscribe to Jennie’s Newsletter & a complimentary 15min phone consult: https://mbhany.com/connect-with-jennie/ Contact: jkramer@mbhany.com Connect with Nina and Jennie:Connect: https://www.instagram.com/bodypeacepodcast

    More Than Just Weight Loss - Finding Peace with Yourself with Mary Anne Cohen
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Welcome to the Body Peace Podcast (formerly Herstory on a Plate). We are so excited to bring you the Body Peace Podcast—a space for deep, compassionate, real conversations about our relationships with our bodies, food, and the world around us. What began as Herstory on a Plate has grown into something deeper. As conversations evolved, so did our mission. Body Peace® is about stepping off the battlefield with yourself. It’s not about fixing, controlling, or striving for perfection—it’s about finding peace, reconnecting with your body, and learning to return to yourself again and again.

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