Dallas Duo

Andrea Overturf and Whitney Stuart

What happens when a blogger and a dietitian collide over Whole30, wellness trends, and StairMaster brainstorms? You get the Dallas Duo — a podcast born out of friendship, health journeys, and a shared love for brunch and bougie wellness.

  1. 6D AGO

    Grief and Raising Resilient Kids: The Therapist & Widow Who Wrote the Parenting Book We Need

    In this episode of The Dallas Duo Podcast, Andrea Overturf and Whitney Stuart sit down with Dr. Brooke West, registered play therapist and founder of Hope Child & Family Center of Texas, and Roni Proter, celebrity chef, mother, and widow, to share the deeply personal story behind their book, Open Book Parenting. After Roni suddenly lost her husband, she brought her two young sons to Brooke for play therapy. What followed was not just healing, but a partnership that blended lived experience with clinical expertise. Together, they created a parenting roadmap grounded in research, emotional regulation, empathy, and honesty. In this episode, we discuss: Why early intervention after childhood trauma mattersHow play therapy helps children process grief when words aren’t enoughThe difference between surviving loss and growing through itEmotional regulation vs. nervous system dysregulationThe three E’s of parenting: expression, emotional regulation, and empathyBuilding a “tribe” during seasons of isolationTurning personal tragedy into purposeThis conversation is not just about grief. It’s about resilience. It’s about doing the work. And it’s about choosing connection over control in parenting, even when life feels shattered. If you are walking through loss, divorce, major transition, or simply want to raise emotionally healthy children, this episode offers both strategy and hope. 🎧 Listen now and join the conversation! 📲 Connect with Dr. Brooke West and Roni Proter Website: https://www.hopecentertx.com/about-us Instagram: Open Book Parenting https://www.instagram.com/open.book.parenting/ Roni Proter https://www.instagram.com/dinnerreinvented Dr. Brooke West https://www.instagram.com/hope.center.of.texas/ 📲 Connect with The Dallas Duo: Andrea Overturf: @andreaaoverturf Whitney Stuart, RDN: @whitnessnutrition Download Whitney's FREE Protein and Fiber Goal Guide HERE 🌐 Learn more at: The Dallas Duo Podcast  🎧 Subscribe for more conversations on business, wellness, style, and real life at any age!

    39 min
  2. FEB 6

    Gluten-Free, Refined Sugar-Free, and Delicious: Inside Unrefined Bakery with Anne Hoyt & Taylor Nicholson

    What if your biggest health challenge became the reason you built something meaningful? In this episode of The Dallas Duo Podcast, Andrea Overturf and Whitney Stuart sit down with the mother-daughter founders of Unrefined Bakery, the Dallas-based bakery known for creating gluten-free, refined sugar-free, and allergen-friendly desserts that actually taste amazing! What began as a personal solution for food sensitivities and health concerns turned into a thriving bakery, and eventually a beloved Dallas staple. Together, they share the honest story behind building Unrefined Bakery from the ground up, navigating food restrictions, educating customers, and growing a values-driven business rooted in community and care. In this episode, we cover: How health challenges sparked the idea for Unrefined BakeryWhy ingredient integrity mattered more than following trendsThe learning curve of building a bakery without a traditional roadmapEducating customers on gluten-free and refined sugar-free bakingWhy community has been central to their successHow they balance taste, quality, and wellness without compromiseThis conversation is about more than baking...it’s about resilience, creativity, family, and proving that you don’t have to give up joy (or dessert) to support your health. Whether you’re navigating food sensitivities, building a business, or simply love a great founder story, this episode will leave you inspired, and probably craving something sweet! 🎧 Listen now and learn how Unrefined Bakery redefined what “better-for-you” food can be! 📲 Connect with Unrefined Bakery Website: https://unrefinedbakery.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unrefinedbakery 📲 Connect with Test Kitchen Meal Prep Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/testkitchenmealprep 📲 Connect with The Dallas Duo: Andrea Overturf: @andreaaoverturf Whitney Stuart, RDN: @whitnessnutrition 🌐 Learn more at: The Dallas Duo Podcast

    38 min
  3. JAN 30

    From Healthcare Burnout to a Thriving Jewelry Brand: How Allie + Bess Built a Community-Driven Business

    What happens when two burned-out healthcare workers follow a creative passion instead of a traditional career path? This week on The Dallas Duo Podcast, Andrea and Whitney chat with Allie Wardlaw and Bess Callarman, founders of Dallas-based jewelry brand Allie & Bess, to talk about turning a creative outlet into a fast-growing, community-driven business; without investors, a business background, and just $50 to start. Allie (an occupational therapist) and Bess (a speech pathologist) met working in nursing homes and bonded over long hours, grit, and a shared love of color and style. What started as making bracelets at the kitchen table quickly grew into a brand known for joyful, wearable jewelry and a fiercely loyal community of women. In this episode, we talk about: ✨ Leaving healthcare burnout behind to start a business ✨ Growing a brand during COVID by pivoting to direct-to-consumer ✨ Using social media and influencer partnerships to build momentum ✨ Why community (not just product) is their secret weapon ✨ Building a female-founded business while raising kids ✨ Learning business, marketing, and manufacturing from scratch ✨ The real highs and lows of working with your best friend ✨ Why they believe grit matters more than experience Allie & Bess is proof that you don’t need a perfect plan. You need courage, creativity, and the willingness to figure it out as you go! Whether you’re a woman in business, dreaming of starting something of your own, or just love a good founder story, this episode is full of honest insight and encouragement. 📲 Connect with Allie + Bess Website: https://shopalliebess.com/ Instagram: Allie + Bess https://www.instagram.com/shopalliebess Bess Callerman https://www.instagram.com/besscallarman Allie Wardlaw https://www.instagram.com/alliemwardlaw 📲 Connect with The Dallas Duo: Andrea Overturf: @andreaaoverturf Whitney Stuart, RDN: @whitnessnutrition 🌐 Learn more at: The Dallas Duo Podcast  🎧 Subscribe for more conversations on business, wellness, style, and real life at any age!

    44 min
  4. JAN 23

    Low Ferritin Isn’t “Just Anemia” - The Gut Health Piece Most Women Miss

    If you’ve been told your labs are “normal” but you’re still exhausted, bloated, constipated, or losing hair, this episode is for you! On this week’s Dallas Duo Podcast, we chat with Dr. Heather Finley, a Dallas-based gut health dietitian and iron expert, to unpack why so many women struggle with low ferritin, fatigue, and gut symptoms, and why iron supplements alone often don’t fix the problem. Dr. Finley explains the critical (and often missed) connection between iron storage, mineral balance, gut infections, and digestion, and why conventional approaches frequently overlook the root cause. From H. pylori and parasites to low stomach acid and mineral imbalances, this conversation sheds light on why women can feel “off” for years despite doing everything right. In this episode, we cover: The difference between iron and ferritin (and why it matters)Why low ferritin is often misdiagnosed as anemiaHow gut infections like H. pylori and parasites impact iron absorptionWhy iron supplements can worsen symptoms for some womenThe role of minerals, stomach acid, and stress in iron utilizationWhen elimination diets help — and when they make things worseWhat labs and testing to ask for if fatigue persistsThis episode is equal parts educational and empowering — reminding women that just because symptoms are common doesn’t mean they’re normal, and that feeling better often requires looking deeper, not harder. 🎧 Listen now to understand what your body may be trying to tell you, and why better answers exist. ✨ About our guest: Dr. Heather Finley is a Dallas-based gut health dietitian known for helping women resolve bloating, constipation, fatigue, and iron issues by addressing the root cause. She is also the host of the Love Your Gut podcast. (Kepos is the lactoferritin supplement mentioned in the episode) 📲 Connect with Dr Heather Finley Website: https://www.drheatherfinley.co/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drheatherfinley 📲 Connect with The Dallas Duo: Andrea Overturf: @andreaaoverturf Whitney Stuart, RDN: @whitnessnutrition 🌐 Learn more at: The Dallas Duo Podcast

    35 min
  5. JAN 16

    Dallas Duo Favorite Things: Wellness, Beauty & Style Recs We Actually Use

    In this episode of The Dallas Duo Podcast, Andrea Overturf and Whitney Stuart share the real-life wellness, beauty, and style recommendations from each other they’ve actually adopted! From perimenopause must-haves to skincare treatments that actually work, this episode covers everything the Duo regularly texts each other about and now can’t live without. If you’ve ever wondered which protein powders are worth it, which skincare treatments deliver results, or which Dallas providers are truly top-tier, this is the episode you’ve been waiting for. You’ll hear about: SHOP HERE with discount codes (affiliate links used) The protein powders, healthy crackers, and fiber tools they use for hormone-friendly eatingThe laser, skincare, and aesthetic treatments they trustThe functional medicine and perimenopause doctors they recommendTheir favorite jewelry, athleisure, and wardrobe staplesWhy Whitney's VPFC Template (vegetables, protein, fat, carbs) still runs their platesAnd the small lifestyle upgrades that make the biggest differenceJust Ingredients Exclusive Whitness Nutrition Discount (the protein powder mentioned in this episode and more)This is part Oprah’s Favorite Things, part perimenopause survival guide, and part best-friend wellness chat; all designed to help you save time, money, and frustration by skipping what doesn’t work and going straight to what does. Whether you’re navigating perimenopause, building a capsule wardrobe, cleaning up your nutrition, or just love a great recommendation list, this episode is packed with actionable takeaways you can use right away! This episode is sponsored by KJ Blattenbauer, a publicist with nearly 30 years of experience helping founders and experts get noticed. Her new book, Pitchworthy, is out now and shows you how to build real visibility and authority without burnout. Find Pitchworthy by KJ Blattenbauer on Amazon! 📲 Connect with The Dallas Duo: Andrea Overturf: @andreaaoverturf Whitney Stuart, RDN: @whitnessnutrition 🌐 Learn more at: The Dallas Duo Podcast  👉 Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share this episode with a friend who could use a boost of wellness inspiration!

    36 min
  6. JAN 9

    Stop Overtraining: A Smarter Way to Work Out in Perimenopause

    If your workouts used to work and suddenly don’t, this episode is for you! On this week’s Dallas Duo Podcast, Andrea and Whitney chat with Shannon Cave, founder of C7 Training in Dallas, to unpack why so many high-achieving women hit a wall with fitness during perimenopause, and how to train in a way that actually supports hormones, joints, energy, and long-term health. Shannon shares why “more cardio” and ultra-intense workouts can backfire in midlife, how overtraining increases inflammation and burnout, and what women should focus on instead to feel strong, energized, and confident without running themselves into the ground. We cover: Why workouts that worked in your 20s and 30s stop working in perimenopauseSigns your exercise routine is working against your hormonesCardio myths women need to stop believingHow rebounder-based training supports lymphatic health, bone density & jointsStrength training, hormone balance & longevityWhy women shouldn’t feel wrecked after every workoutWhat makes C7 Training different — and why women leave feeling better, not depletedThis is an honest, practical conversation for women who still want to look and feel amazing — but are ready for a smarter, more sustainable approach to fitness. 🎧 Listen now and learn how to move your body in a way that works with your hormones — not against them. 📲 Connect with Shannon Cave and C7 Training Website: https://c7trainingtx.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/c7trainingtx/ 📲 Connect with The Dallas Duo: Andrea Overturf: @andreaaoverturf Whitney Stuart, RDN: @whitnessnutrition 🌐 Learn more at: The Dallas Duo Podcast  👉 Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share this episode with a friend who could use a boost of wellness inspiration!

    33 min
  7. 12/19/2025

    Why Most Entrepreneurs Are Doing PR Wrong (and How to Fix It)

    In this episode of The Dallas Duo Podcast, hosts Andrea Overturf and Whitney Stuart sit down with KJ Blattenbauer, founder of Hearsay PR and author of Pitchworthy, to pull back the curtain on what actually works in public relations today. KJ breaks down why most entrepreneurs, founders, and personal brands struggle to land media coverage, and how PR is far more about clarity, credibility, and strategy than luck or follower count. From pitching podcasts and publications to positioning yourself as a go-to expert, this conversation is packed with practical insight for anyone trying to grow their brand the right way. In this episode, we cover: Why PR isn’t about going viral — and never has beenThe three things you need to include to make a pitch actually pitchworthyCommon mistakes founders make when pitching themselvesHow to build credibility before you need publicityThe difference between attention and authorityHow entrepreneurs can use PR to grow trust, not just visibilityWhether you’re a business owner, content creator, or expert looking to be taken seriously in your industry, this episode will completely shift how you think about PR. 🎧 Listen now and start positioning yourself for the media opportunities you actually want! 📲 Connect with KJ Blattenbauer / Hearsay PR: Website: https://www.hearsaypr.com/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kjblattenbauer 📲 Connect with The Dallas Duo: Andrea Overturf: @andreaaoverturf Whitney Stuart, RDN: @whitnessnutrition 🌐 Learn more at: The Dallas Duo Podcast  👉 Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share this episode with a friend who could use a boost of wellness inspiration! #womeninbusiness #entrepreneurlife #femalefounders #dallasbusiness

    41 min
  8. 12/12/2025

    Acupuncture, Hormones & Women’s Health with Dr. Mason Martinez L.Ac. DACM

    Acupuncture isn’t woo-woo, and this week’s guest explains why! We’re sitting down with Dr. Mason Martinez, DACM, L.Ac., integrative women’s health specialist and founder of Totality Holistics in Dallas, for a refreshingly grounded conversation about fertility, hormone balance, stress, acupuncture, and why joy may be one of the most underrated tools for reproductive health. Dr. Martinez breaks down the science behind acupuncture, how it regulates the nervous system, increases blood flow, and supports fertility outcomes (including during IVF). She shares the biggest myths she wishes people would stop believing, how she collaborates with other women’s health practitioners, and why more women are seeking holistic care long before hitting a diagnosis of “infertility.” We also dive into: • What a first acupuncture visit actually looks like • The role of happiness, ease, and daily habits in reproductive wellness • The tongue + pulse diagnostic methods you’ve never heard of • Why so many women feel dismissed by conventional providers • How to know if you're a good candidate for acupuncture • Ear seeds (and why everyone wanted them at Whitness Wellness!) If you’re navigating fertility, thinking about conception, or simply want a deeper understanding of how acupuncture supports total-body wellness, this conversation is a must-listen. 📲 Connect with Dr. Mason Martinez: Website: https://totalityholistics.com/chinese-medicine Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.masonmartinez 📲 Connect with The Dallas Duo: Andrea Overturf: @andreaaoverturf Whitney Stuart, RDN: @whitnessnutrition 🌐 Learn more at: The Dallas Duo Podcast  👉 Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share this episode with a friend who could use a boost of wellness inspiration! #womenshealth #fertility #perimenopause #womenswellness #acupuncture #chinesemedicine #hormonehealth

    22 min
5
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5 Ratings

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What happens when a blogger and a dietitian collide over Whole30, wellness trends, and StairMaster brainstorms? You get the Dallas Duo — a podcast born out of friendship, health journeys, and a shared love for brunch and bougie wellness.

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