We sit down with Liz Chalmers—a mother, business owner, and fitness baddy with a super positive attitude!

Tune in for real talk as as we discuss all things life on a GLP-1, the end of compounded access, what it means for those who rely on these medications, and staying positive through it all.

📌 TikTok: @loseitwithliz_

📌 Instagram: @loseitwithliz_

🌸 Website: Blooming Babe Collective

Dr. Lindsay Ogle, DO: Why “Eat Less, Move More” Doesn’t Work

Dr. Lindsay Ogle joins Amanda Bonello on the GLP-1 Studio Podcast to break down the biology of obesity, explain set point theory, and talk about why shame-based advice like “eat less, move more” has never worked.

They cover how GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy are changing what care can look like for people living with obesity, and why real, sustainable treatment goes beyond willpower.

Dr. Ogle is a board-certified obesity medicine physician and the host of the Modern Metabolic Health podcast. She also shares how she brings this science back to her patients with compassion, not judgment.

What We Talk About:

- Why "eat less, move more" doesn't address biology- How set point theory explains weight regain- What GLP-1 medications actually do in the body- Why so many diets fail long-term- The science of insulin resistance and hunger hormones- Why obesity is a chronic disease, not a personal failure

Quotes

“When we cut back on calories, our body thinks it’s starving. It slows our metabolism, increases our hunger hormones, and tries to protect us.” — Dr. Lindsay Ogle

“It’s not a lack of willpower. Most people with obesity have already tried everything.” — Dr. Lindsay Ogle

Resources and Links:

If you want to hear more of Lindsay’s compassion-first approach, you can find her using the links below:

🌐 Website📸 Instagram🎵 TikTok🎙️ Podcast💻 YouTube

Listen to This Episode:

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In this episode, we sit down with Elizabeth Walker—a nurse with a heart of gold who’s spent her life caring for others.

She’s always been the one people turn to, but now she’s finally learning to put herself first.

Her story is real, relatable, and a reminder that even caregivers need care.

TikTok: @ely.phant_

Today, we’re sharing the incredible story of KeriLeigh Parker-Mast—a cancer survivor and type 2 diabetic who was once preparing for her own funeral.

After years of struggling with her health and feeling like nothing would ever work, she found GLP-1 medications—and everything changed. Her journey is one of strength, resilience, and hope, and we’re honored to share it with you.

Join us for this heartfelt conversation about second chances and the power of never giving up.

TikTok @Kerileigh317 - Live every night at 6pm cst except for Friday's. Instagram @ kerileighparkermast⁠linktr.ee/smiley317⁠

In this episode my dear friend Shawn gives me the opportunity to share the story of how a petition turned into a podcast, a movement, and eventually a charitable nonprofit dedicated to advocating for affordable access to GLP-1 medications, normalizing their use through community-driven storytelling, and empowering individuals through support groups and educational tools.

📢 If you are interested in getting involved visit: GLP1Collective.org 💪

Today, we’ve got Jackson Lemay—the GLP-1 Community sweetheart, an incredible advocate, and someone who knows how to make us laugh while fighting for change.

He’s touched so many lives, and if you don’t know him yet, you’re in for a treat.

Click this link for Jackson's socials 🔗

Kim Carlos from The Plus Sidez Podcast is one of the original GLP-1 advocates and arguably one of the most successful to date. In this episode, she shares her inspiring story—how her journey began, why she started her advocacy efforts, and what continues to fuel her passion for change. The GLP-1 community would not be where it is today without her relentless dedication and impactful work. 💖

Tappey Squires is an avid cyclist from North Carolina who lost 150 pounds on Zepbound (tirzepatide) — and got his life back on two wheels.

In this episode, Tappey shares his honest before-and-after story: the weight that made cycling painful, the anxiety he felt before his first injection, the emotional meltdowns through dose increases, and how he ultimately transformed not just his body, but his confidence and quality of life.

He goes deep on the science behind GLP-1 medications — the vagus nerve, gut health, blood sugar — and makes a compelling case for why he believes tirzepatide is one of the most important medications of our time, with potential applications far beyond weight loss, including addiction treatment and heart disease prevention.

In this episode:

- Life before Zepbound — weight, joint pain, and the limits it put on his cycling

- Navigating anxiety around starting GLP-1 medication and confronting fear of side effects

- Why he chose brand-name Zepbound over compounded tirzepatide

- Real talk about dose increases — including a full emotional meltdown

- His 150-lb Zepbound before-and-after transformation

- How losing weight changed his cycling performance, pain levels, and confidence

- Why he believes GLP-1s could revolutionize addiction treatment and heart disease

- Breaking the stigma: "Who gives a sh*t what anyone thinks?"

- Resources: Zepbound Reddit, Lilly coupons, and working with your doctor

In this first episode of the GLP-1 Studio Podcast, we introduce the mission behind the show and how it began.

What started as a petition to protect affordable access to GLP-1 medications grew into the GLP-1 Collective nonprofit and a movement powered by patients, advocates, and community voices who refused to stay quiet.

This podcast is produced by GLP-1 Studio and centers real people, real stories, and the life-changing impact of GLP-1 care through education, advocacy, and lived experience.

Thank you for listening and for supporting the fight for affordable access to GLP-1 medications. Together, we can make real change happen.

Click here to sign and share the petition