Three Questions with Meghann Koppele Duffy

Meghann
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  • HEALTH & FITNESS

Three Questions invites you, the listener, to think beyond the expected, while having a great time doing it. Each episode explores a single topic where Meghann shares research, insights from her 24 years experience, and some great stories. But rather than telling you what to think, she'll ask three thought-provoking questions that spark curiosity, challenge assumptions, and help you come to your own conclusions. Whether you’re a movement pro, partner, parent, spouse, friend, or child, this podcast is for YOU. Each episode is around 30 minutes to tackle Three Questions with three big goals in mind: 1️⃣ Foster Curiosity and critical thinking: Because a little curiosity might just save the movement industry… and maybe the world.  2️⃣ Share What Works: Share techniques, observations, and research that Meghann believes in wholeheartedly.  3️⃣ Have Fun: Life’s hard enough. Let’s laugh and keep it real along the way. 

  1. 2D AGO

    Episode 58 - To Correct or Not to Correct… Let’s Explore the Question

    In this episode of Three Questions, I unpack one of the most commonly misunderstood topics in movement and teaching: correction. Correction isn’t just about pointing out what’s wrong… it’s about understanding the person in front of you, clarifying your intention, and helping the brain learn, not just comply. In This Episode You’ll Hear: • Why correction without context often creates confusion, not change • How autonomy, competence, and relatedness shape real learning • Why building awareness beats fixing movement every time This episode is part movement science, part communication strategy, and part reality check for how we help people change.  So if you’re coaching, teaching, or just trying to communicate better, this episode will give you a more thoughtful and effective way to guide change. Links & Resources For This Episode: Find a Neuro Studio Teacher Near You Connect with me on Instagram Connect with me on Threads

    34 min

  2. APR 27

    Episode 57 - The Core Question: Research, Breathing, Bracing, and What We Might Be Missing

    In this episode of Three Questions, I break down one of the most debated topics in movement right now: core activation, bracing, and breathing.  Instead of choosing sides, I walk you through how to think critically about the studies, question your own cues, and focus on what actually matters: your client’s outcome. We’ll explore why defining your intention matters more than the cue itself, how sensory input might be more powerful than motor inputs, and why what works in the studio doesn’t always transfer to real life. Because at the end of the day, it’s not about being “right…” It’s about being effective. In This Episode You’ll Hear: • Why “cueing the core” might be solving the wrong problem • How sensory input (not just muscle cues) drives better movement outcomes • Why research should guide your thinking, not replace it So before you cue the core one more time, take a second to ask yourself what you actually mean and what you’re hoping it’s going to do. Links & Resources For This Episode: Episode 54 - Assessments That Support, Not Stress — Three Guiding Questions Find a Neuro Studio Teacher Near You Connect with me on Instagram Connect with me on Threads

    36 min

  3. APR 20

    Episdoe 56 - Fix Your Face - What’s Really Going On With Your Jaw

    In this episode of Three Questions, I break down why what’s happening in your face is often a reflection of something deeper. From tongue position to head awareness to your sensory systems, we explore how your jaw is constantly responding to the information your brain is (or isn’t) receiving. Because your jaw doesn’t work in isolation and neither does your pain. In This Episode You’ll Hear: • Why your tongue position can change your head movement and jaw function • How your visual, vestibular, and proprioceptive systems influence jaw pain • Simple strategies to improve awareness and create better movement patterns Whether you teach, rehab, or are trying to make sense of your own symptoms, this episode will help you think beyond the jaw and start asking better questions about what your body actually needs. Links & Resources For This Episode: Episode 19 - Neuroplasticity: 3 Questions To Change Your Brain Episode 46 - The Shoulder Episode: Exploring the Truth About How You Move This Complex Joint System Find a Neuro Studio Teacher Near You Connect with me on Instagram Connect with me on Threads

    32 min

  4. APR 13

    Episode 55 - Leading With Guts - Vanessa Rissetto on Leadership, Reinvention, and Real Nutrition Care

    In this episode of Three Questions, I sit down with registered dietitian and CEO of Culina Health, Vanessa Rissetto, who also happens to be a good friend of mine, to explore what it really looks like to build something meaningful. We talk about reinvention, navigating business and identity, and why real nutrition care has to be both honest and accessible. Vanessa shares her journey from studying history to leading a $50M company, along with the personal experiences that shaped how she leads, including her cancer diagnosis and how it reframed everything. This conversation is about more than nutrition… it’s about ownership, truth, and what it means to lead with guts. In This Episode You’ll Hear: • Why there’s no “perfect path” to success and how curiosity creates opportunity • How nutrition care should actually meet people where they are (not shame them) • What it means to lead with integrity, even when it’s uncomfortable More Info About Vanessa Rissetto, MS, RDN Vanessa Rissetto is a registered dietitian and the CEO and Co-founder of Culina Health, a clinical nutrition company focused on making care more accessible and inclusive. Under her leadership, the company has raised $20 million in funding and become a trusted provider for physician referrals nationwide. Vanessa is a nationally recognized voice in the food-as-medicine space and has been featured on the Today Show and in publications like The New York Times, Vogue, and Women’s Health. Vanessa’s accolades extend beyond her entrepreneurial success. She was honored byGoldman Sachs as one of the “Most Exceptional Entrepreneurs,” and by Inc. as one of the “Most Intriguing Women Entrepreneurs."  Vanessa continues to elevate the role of dietitians in the digital era, blending evidence-based science with cultural competency to shape the future of healthcare delivery. She advocates for equitable access to preventive nutrition care, the integration of RDs into primary care, and advancing coverage of medically tailored nutrition under insurance, contributing to a broader conversation about the economics of preventive care. Links & Resources For This Episode: Check out Culina Health HERE Connect with Culina Health on Instagram Connect with Vanessa on Instagram Find a Neuro Studio Teacher Near You Connect with me on Instagram Connect with me on Threads

    46 min

  5. APR 6

    Episode 54 - Assessments That Support, Not Stress — Three Guiding Questions

    Are you assessing your clients or just reacting to what you see? In this episode of Three Questions, I unpack the difference between observing and actually assessing and why that distinction might be the missing link in your results. Because noticing something isn’t the same as understanding it, and when we skip that step, we often end up chasing the wrong problem. I share how I think about assessments as a way to guide direction, not prove answers, and why the best assessments don’t simplify the body, they help you ask better questions about it. In This Episode You’ll Hear: • The key difference between observing something and actually testing it • How to create assessments that guide decisions instead of guessing outcomes • Why isolating variables (not adding more cues) leads to better results The more intentional you are with what you’re assessing and why, the less guesswork you’ll need and the more confident your next step becomes. Links & Resources For This Episode: Find a Neuro Studio Teacher Near You Connect with me on Instagram Connect with me on Threads

    35 min

  6. MAR 30

    Episode 53 - Communication That Works - Why They Can’t Hear You (and the 3 Questions That Fix It)

    In this episode of Three Questions, I break down why communication often fails, even when your intentions are good and your knowledge is solid. Using real life examples (including one with my dad), I show how small changes in language, timing, and listening can turn resistance into understanding. You’ll also hear why communication is less about delivering information and more about creating meaning. In This Episode You'll Hear: • Why teaching from your understanding instead of theirs creates disconnect • What people actually need to hear right now (and why we overcomplicate it) • The subtle cues (pauses, hesitations, questions) that reveal communication gaps Whether you’re working with clients, leading others, or trying to improve your relationships, this episode will give you practical tools to be heard and understood. Links & Resources For This Episode: Episode 14: Communication, Huh? Find a Neuro Studio Teacher Near You Connect with me on Instagram Connect with me on Threads

    28 min

  7. MAR 23

    Episode 52 - How Grief Teaches and Changes Us

    In this episode of Three Questions, I explore grief through the questions that have helped me make sense of loss over time. This conversation isn’t about having the right answers… It’s about giving yourself permission to feel, reflect, and understand how grief evolves rather than disappears. We’ll talk about honoring the people we’ve lost, the beautiful and uncomfortable shifts that follow, and how grief can reshape our relationships, priorities, and sense of purpose. Because grief doesn’t just take something away, it also changes how we see everything else. In This Episode You’ll Hear: • Why honoring the person, not just the loss, can change how you grieve • How grief impacts motivation, identity, and emotional responses  • How to find meaning, agency, and clarity after experiencing loss Whether you’re navigating loss yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode offers space, perspective, and questions to help you move through grief in your own way. Links & Resources For This Episode: Episode 49: Motivation Part 1: Three Questions That Shape Your Drive Episode 50: Motivation Part 2: Little Moments, Real Motivation with Nick Giangreco Find a Neuro Studio Teacher Near You Connect with me on Instagram Connect with me on Threads

    32 min

  8. MAR 16

    Episode 51 - If Hindsight Is 20/20, What Is Your Peripheral Vision?

    In this episode of Three Questions, I unpack why the visual system, specifically your peripheral vision, plays such a powerful role in how we move, balance, and interpret the world around us. When your peripheral vision is limited, your brain may hold back movement. But when your visual field expands, your nervous system suddenly feels safer in its environment. I share practical examples from movement training and everyday life to show how improving your visual awareness can change your range of motion, coordination, and the way your body organizes itself in space. In This Episode You'll Hear: • Why peripheral vision helps your brain organize movement and safety • How visual input fills sensory gaps in the nervous system • A simple exercise that can immediately expand your visual field Links & Resources For This Episode: Episode 3: Your Eyes Do More Than See Episode 26: Vision Check: How Your Eyes Shape Movement, Strength, and Awareness Find a Neuro Studio Teacher Near You Connect with me on Instagram Connect with me on Threads

    40 min
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Three Questions invites you, the listener, to think beyond the expected, while having a great time doing it. Each episode explores a single topic where Meghann shares research, insights from her 24 years experience, and some great stories. But rather than telling you what to think, she'll ask three thought-provoking questions that spark curiosity, challenge assumptions, and help you come to your own conclusions. Whether you’re a movement pro, partner, parent, spouse, friend, or child, this podcast is for YOU. Each episode is around 30 minutes to tackle Three Questions with three big goals in mind: 1️⃣ Foster Curiosity and critical thinking: Because a little curiosity might just save the movement industry… and maybe the world.  2️⃣ Share What Works: Share techniques, observations, and research that Meghann believes in wholeheartedly.  3️⃣ Have Fun: Life’s hard enough. Let’s laugh and keep it real along the way. 

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