We’re back for round 3 with our girl Micaela Riley (@bebalancedbymicaela) - and this might just be our favorite conversation yet.

Micaela shares her continued evolution in health, hormones, and mindset. From battling PCOS, burnout, and the “eat less, move more” mentality to rebuilding her metabolism, healing her gut, and building a strong, balanced body — this one’s packed with golden takeaways.

We also dive into what’s really going on behind the scenes of the wellness world: copycats on social media, staying authentic through algorithm chaos, and learning to live a little while still prioritizing your health.

Follow Micaela Riley on Instagram → @bebalancedbymicaela

Time Stamps:

00:00 – Downtown Austin life & filming commercials

04:00 – Copycats and social media burnout

08:00 – Showing personality as a wellness creator

13:00 – Micaela’s transformation story

17:00 – Overexercising, under-eating & hormone chaos

24:00 – Reverse dieting & metabolism recovery

33:00 – PCOS, testing, and rebuilding your body

42:00 – The pro-metabolic diet myth

48:00 – Tracking macros & blood sugar awareness

53:00 – Abs, core training & real progress

58:00 – Finding balance & peace in the process

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Okay, let’s be real — no one wants to talk about poop… but your stool can actually tell you everything about your gut, hormones, and even your energy levels.

In this episode of Gut Talk, Jenna & Jill chat with Dr. Lahnor Powell from Genova Diagnostics, the team behind one of the most advanced gut health tests out there.

They dive into the world of stool testing — what it actually shows, how to read your results, and why it might be the missing piece in your health puzzle.

Here’s what we cover:

- What stool testing really measures (and why it’s not that gross, promise)

- Our real stool test results 😳

- The difference between traditional vs. naturopathic medicine

- Why your gut health depends on sleep, stress, and what’s on your plate

- How variety (yes, even in your veggies) can change everything

- The myths about gut health we all believed

Whether you’re constantly bloated, dealing with mystery gut issues, or just curious what your microbiome’s been up to — this episode will make you rethink your gut from the inside out.

Want to try your own stool test?

Order your GI Effects Test at Genova Diagnostics and use code GUTTALK10 for 10% off: https://connect.gdx.net/products/gut-health

Time Stamps

00:00 Why stool testing is the ultimate health hack

04:00 Meet Dr. Lahnor Powell

13:00 Jill’s test results (and what they mean)

25:00 Why diet variety actually matters

34:00 The stress + sleep connection

42:00 How to improve your gut without testing

53:00 How to order your own test

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Welcome back to Gut Talk! 

We’re recapping our ACL weekend—what we loved, how we treated ourselves, and how we let loose. Honest reflections, fun moments, and a reminder that it’s okay to enjoy yourself while staying mindful.

Today we’re joined by Jade Brandt (@itsmejadeb) to talk about rebuilding life after heartbreak, dating in your 30s, and finding balance in a health + wellness world full of extremes.

Jade opens up about going viral on TikTok, creating the 75 Hotter Challenge, and why she’s honest about using weight loss meds in a space that loves to gatekeep. Plus: Big Ass Breakfast Salads, calling out the fear-mongering “crunchy” wellness crowd, and of course… Bravo gossip.

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Time Stamps

00:00 Sister dynamics & growing up together

03:28 Moving, breakups & starting over after divorce

07:00 Dating in your 30s: confidence, heartbreak & situationships

18:27 Finding joy in the journey vs. rushing to “find the one”

27:14 Health talk: GLP-1 meds, weight loss & honesty online

36:18 Calling out the fear-mongering “crunchy” wellness world

41:05 Birth control, risk vs. choice & why informed decisions matter

47:15 75 Hotter Challenge: creating a routine that feels good

51:07 Big Ass Breakfast Salads (BABS) & gut health habits

53:58 Going viral on TikTok & celebrity shoutouts (Madison LeCroy!)

55:01 Reality TV deep dive: Bravo, Housewives & pop culture hot takes

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This week on Gut Talk, we’re opening up about the highs and lows of health, wellness, and everything in between. Jill shares her recent experience of leaving a gynecologist who never listened and finally finding one who did — a reminder that advocating for yourself in the doctor’s office is everything. We also dive into a TikTok questioning why wellness influencers always seem to be “fixing” something, and share our unfiltered thoughts on the nuance of living in a sick society while trying to feel our best. And because life is about balance, we wrap it all up with Jenna’s skin updates, reflections, and a passionate Dancing with the Stars recap.

What we cover:

• Jill’s experience switching gynecologists & finally being heard
• Advocating for yourself in the medical system
• Vaginal health taboos & approaches
• Are wellness influencers always “fixing” something?
• How to filter health content without overwhelm
• Jenna’s take on skin struggles & nervous system health
• Dancing with the Stars recap (yes, it’s serious business)
• What’s next in the new era of Gut Talk

Welcome back to Gut Talk! In today’s episode, we’re bringing you along for a cozy, sit-down chat straight from home. From fantasy football antics and HYROX training to no-sugar September, we catch you up on all the little life updates we’re navigating right now—skin struggles, SIBO, and how we’re supporting our bodies through it all.

Then, we dive into our main topic: the wellness practices we swear by—the ones that may seem trendy, but have stood the test of time for us. Think protein powders, creatine, morning and nighttime routines, mouth taping, castor oil packs, and more. We break down what’s actually worth trying, how we use them, and the difference they’ve made in our health.

This episode is equal parts girl talk, health chat, and practical inspo for your own routines. So whether you’re here for gut health tips, lifestyle updates, or just hanging out with us sisters, you’ll leave with plenty to take into your week.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• Our new “at-home” podcast vibe (a fail!) & fantasy football chaos
• Jill’s upcoming HIROX competition + training updates
• Jenna’s decision to go sugar-free for skin + liver support
• Gut health updates: SIBO, stool testing, and real-life digestion struggles
• Don’t knock it till you try it: the wellness habits we truly love
• Protein powders & creatine for women
• Morning & nighttime routines that actually stick
• Mouth taping & better sleep
• Lymphatic drainage, dry brushing & castor oil packs
• Strength training + eating for your metabolism

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Welcome back to Gut Talk! If you’re new here - we’re so glad you’re here.

In this episode of Gut Talk, we laugh (and cringe) our way through the biggest health fads of the 2000s, Instagram era, and TikTok takeover + what actually stuck.

Today we chat through:

- Jill’s big health update: finally getting answers with a SIBO diagnosis

- Brooks Nader’s Ozempic reveal on Love Thy Nader and what it says about fashion + body image

- Why The Biggest Loser could never exist today

- Health trends through the eras: from Weight Watchers to sea moss smoothies 🥤

- What’s worth keeping vs. what belongs in the “trend graveyard”

If you’ve ever fallen for a fad (hi, us too), this one’s for you!

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Welcome back to Gut Talk! If you're new here - hi, we’re so happy to have you.

In this episode, we’re back on the couch (literally!) recording together in person, catching up on life lately, what’s been on our minds, and the shifts we’re making both personally and with the pod. From corporate life and side hustles to confidence, dating, and vlogging, this episode feels like chatting with your girlfriends about everything that really matters.

We open up about the pressure women feel to put themselves in a box - to either be “serious” and respected or fun and carefree + why we’re refusing to choose just one.

We also dive into how building confidence changes everything: relationships, career, and how you see yourself.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re juggling multiple identities (career woman, health girlie, fun friend, confident dater) this one’s for you.

Thank you to our amazing sponsors:

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We’re not the same girls who started GUT TALK back in 2021. Over the past few years, we’ve grown, healed, and evolved — and now it’s time for the podcast to do the same. In this episode, we open up about moving in a new direction and what this exciting new era means for us and for you.

Yes, you can still expect all things gut, hormone, fitness and nervous system health — but you’ll also hear more fun girlie talk, deeper conversations, and a behind-the-scenes look into our real lives. Think of it as health + healing meets everyday lifestyle, sister chats, and the stuff we’d tell you if we were hanging out in person.

We’re so excited for this next chapter, and we want you to be excited too. Thank you for being here with us from the beginning (or for joining us right now). Either way, buckle up — because this new journey is just getting started.

✨ What you’ll hear in this episode:

• Why we’re moving in a new direction
• How we’ve changed since starting the podcast in 2021
• What you can expect from the new era of GUT TALK
• A mix of gut/hormone/nervous system health + fun, real-life conversations
• A more personal look into our lives beyond health

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REPLAY FROM 11/13: In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Stacy Barczak Baker and dive into the often overlooked connections between hormones, insulin, and environmental factors like lighting and food. We discuss how everyday habits—like staring at screens, exposure to blue and artificial light, even the chemicals we use in our daily routines—and how they are silently contributing to chronic stress and hormone issues. Dr. Stacy shares simple lifestyle changes—such as getting sunlight early in the day, wearing yellow glasses, or using incandescent bulbs—and how these habits can drastically help reset your body's internal clock and support healthy hormone levels. We also discuss the increasing diagnosis of breast cancer and how we can adjust certain lifestyle habits to reduce our risk of certain types of breast cancer.

• Why balancing insulin and hormones is critical for your health
• The shocking effects of blue and artificial light on your cortisol levels
• Simple, effective tips for protecting your hormones from environmental stressors
• How food, light, and chemicals interact with your body in ways you may not expect
• Daily practices to improve hormonal balancing
• Breast cancer awareness: How to address hormonal imbalances to avoid cancer diagnosis
• How we can be empowered when it comes to understanding how to prevent certain cancers, like breast cancer
• much much more!

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LINK to Dr. Stacy's episode on Breast Cancer