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 matters
• How play therapy helps children process grief when words aren’t enough
• The difference between surviving loss and growing through it
• Emotional regulation vs. nervous system dysregulation
• The three E’s of parenting: expression, emotional regulation, and empathy
• Building a “tribe” during seasons of isolation
• Turning personal tragedy into purpose

This 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 

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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 Bakery
• Why ingredient integrity mattered more than following trends
• The learning curve of building a bakery without a traditional roadmap
• Educating customers on gluten-free and refined sugar-free baking
• Why community has been central to their success
• How they balance taste, quality, and wellness without compromise

This 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 

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!

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 anemia
• How gut infections like H. pylori and parasites impact iron absorption
• Why iron supplements can worsen symptoms for some women
• The role of minerals, stomach acid, and stress in iron utilization
• When elimination diets help — and when they make things worse
• What labs and testing to ask for if fatigue persists

This 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 

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:

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• The protein powders, healthy crackers, and fiber tools they use for hormone-friendly eating
• The laser, skincare, and aesthetic treatments they trust
• The functional medicine and perimenopause doctors they recommend
• Their favorite jewelry, athleisure, and wardrobe staples
• Why Whitney's VPFC Template (vegetables, protein, fat, carbs) still runs their plates
• And the small lifestyle upgrades that make the biggest difference
• Just 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!

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 perimenopause
• Signs your exercise routine is working against your hormones
• Cardio myths women need to stop believing
• How rebounder-based training supports lymphatic health, bone density & joints
• Strength training, hormone balance & longevity
• Why women shouldn’t feel wrecked after every workout
• What makes C7 Training different — and why women leave feeling better, not depleted

This 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!

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 been
• The three things you need to include to make a pitch actually pitchworthy
• Common mistakes founders make when pitching themselves
• How to build credibility before you need publicity
• The difference between attention and authority
• How entrepreneurs can use PR to grow trust, not just visibility

Whether 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

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

In this week’s episode of The Dallas Duo Podcast, Andrea Overturf and Whitney Stuart sit down with Everest Goldstein, board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner and founder of Everest Functional Psychiatry & Wellness. Everest specializes in an integrative, root-cause approach to mental health with a focus on women’s hormonal, neurological, and immune systems.

Together, we explore Low-Dose Naltrexone (LDN)—a repurposed medication gaining momentum for its role in supporting inflammation, mood regulation, chronic pain, autoimmune conditions, thyroid health, and perimenopausal symptoms. Everest shares how she uses LDN in practice, why it’s different from standard psychiatric medications, who may benefit most, and what to expect in real-world use.

We also discuss:

• How functional psychiatry blends with conventional mental health care
• The connection between gut health, hormones, and neurotransmitters
• LDN dosing, safety considerations, and common misconceptions
• When to consider LDN alongside lifestyle and nutrition support
• Everest’s personal experience healing from chronic illness

Whether you're curious about LDN, navigating perimenopause, or seeking a more holistic path to mental wellness, this episode offers a clear, accessible breakdown of a tool more women are asking about.

📲 Connect with Everest Goldstein & Evergreen Functional:

Website: https://evergreenfunctional.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wellnesswitheverest/

https://www.instagram.com/evergreenfunctional/

📲 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!

#ldn #lowdosenaltrexone #womenshealth #perimenopause #womenswellness #mentalhealth

New Dallas coffee shop finds, decaf drama at restaurants, capsule wardrobe confessions, and behind-the-scenes podcast updates as the Duo celebrates hitting 20+ episodes. ☕✨

In this week’s episode of The Dallas Duo Podcast, hosts Andrea Overturf and Whitney Stuart dive into their latest obsessions — including Dallas’s newest floral-infused coffee stop, color analysis and wardrobe edits inspired by The Color Edit (don't miss our previous episode with the founders!), and why decaf options at restaurants still need major improvement.

Then, the Duo breaks down the newest Starbucks launch everyone’s talking about: the protein-enhanced cold foam and milk additions. Whitney explains the nutrition behind Starbucks’ ultra-filtered milk + whey blend, how to actually order it without blowing your sugar budget, and why this might be the easiest way to boost morning protein (or DIY it at home).

💡 In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The cutest new coffee shop in Dallas (and why the Duo is obsessed)
• Why restaurants need to step up their decaf game
• What a capsule wardrobe reset really looks like
• How to order Starbucks’ protein milk or cold foam the smart way
• A simple DIY trick to make your own protein latte at home
• Why more protein + more fiber = better energy and fullness. Try Supergut the soluble/insoluble fiber product Whitney mentions!

If you love Dallas finds, practical wellness hacks, and lots of laughter — this episode is the perfect cozy catch-up.

📲 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!

#DallasDuoPodcast #DallasCoffeeShops #ProteinCoffee #StarbucksHacks #ColdFoam #UltraFilteredMilk #DallasWellness #WomensWellness #HealthySwaps #NutritionTips