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In this episode of Learning to Glow, I’m joined by Samantha Chandler to explore a completely different perspective on iron, heavy periods, and women’s health.

Samantha shares how a “low iron” blood test during pregnancy led her down a path of iron supplementation, postpartum complications, and eventually a deeper investigation into how iron actually functions in the body. We talk about the difference between iron levels in the blood versus how iron moves through tissues, why ferritin levels can be misunderstood, and why many women with heavy periods may actually be dealing with iron dysregulation rather than simple deficiency.

We also discuss the key nutrients that support healthy iron metabolism, including copper, vitamin A, whole food vitamin C, and electrolytes. Samantha shares why she believes food quality matters, how modern iron fortification may play a role in mineral imbalance, and simple ways women can start supporting their bodies through nutrient dense foods.

This conversation challenges some of the common narratives around iron deficiency and invites women to look deeper at root causes when it comes to fatigue, heavy periods, and mineral balance.

In this episode we talk about:

• Why “low iron” on a blood test may not tell the full story
• The difference between iron deficiency and poor iron circulation
• Why ferritin levels are often misunderstood
• The connection between heavy menstrual bleeding and iron regulation
• Nutrients that support iron movement including copper and vitamin A
• Cod liver oil, beef liver, and whole food sources of minerals

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In this episode of Learning to Glow, I’m joined by Cortney McDermott, author of Give Yourself Permission. We talk about confidence, intuition, and how to reconnect with your inner knowing when life starts to feel rigid or overly structured. Cortney shares the idea of “de mucking” your life and explains how simple practices like movement, walking, journaling, and gratitude can help clear mental noise so you can trust yourself more fully.

• Why real confidence starts with learning to trust yourself
• What it means to “de-muck” your life and reconnect with your intuition
• Simple daily practices that help you build clarity and inner trust

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In today’s episode of Learning to Glow, we’re talking about modern unwinding, better sleep, and what calm can actually look like in real life. I’m joined by Emily Bennett as we chat about how our relationship with stress, rest, and evening routines can shift as life seasons change, especially during motherhood and busy, high demand years.

We talk about how stepping away from old wind down habits can improve sleep quality, reduce racing thoughts, and create more intentional evenings. Emily shares practical ways to build simple nighttime rituals that feel supportive rather than restrictive, and how small, consistent habits can have a powerful impact on nervous system regulation and overall wellbeing.

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After a decade in emergency medicine, Dr. Gajer shifted her focus to proactive, root-cause care centered on metabolic health, habit change, and improving healthspan. We talk about what’s missing in modern medicine, why being told “it’s just genetic” is rarely the full story, and how insulin resistance quietly drives many midlife symptoms.

We dive into fatigue, weight gain, poor sleep, and loss of vitality, especially during perimenopause, and how insulin resistance, muscle loss, inflammation, gut health, thyroid and cortisol imbalance, and hormone shifts all connect. Dr. Gajer explains insulin resistance in simple terms and why the eat less move more approach often backfires in midlife.

What we cover:

• Why midlife weight gain often comes down to insulin resistance
• What insulin is doing behind the scenes
• Why genetics are not the whole picture
• The metabolism shift that works in midlife: building muscle and stabilizing blood sugar
• Protein and fiber targets for metabolic health
• Simple tools like post-meal walks and consistent eating windows
• How sleep and light exposure affect insulin resistance
• Perimenopause hormone changes and sleep disruption

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I’m joined by Bria Gadd, a functional diagnostic nutrition practitioner who specializes in hormones and women’s health. Bria breaks down what is actually happening in perimenopause, why so many women feel dismissed or confused during this phase, and how years of stress and survival mode create what she calls health debt. Also how unexpected weight gain happens and what to do about it! 

We talk about the foundations every woman needs before chasing the next supplement or protocol, including the four key pillars of health.

In this episode, we cover:

1. What is really happening in perimenopause and why symptoms can start earlier than expected
2. Why so many women feel exhausted, inflamed, or stuck despite doing “all the right things”
3. The concept of health debt and how it builds over time
4. The four key pillars of health every woman needs to focus on
5. Why hormone symptoms are often a signal, not the root problem
6. A clear and grounded discussion on peptides and when they may or may not be helpful

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I’m joined by Letao Wang, a professional counseling astrologist and spiritual counselor based in Hong Kong, for a grounded and eye opening conversation on Chinese astrology and the energetic shift ahead as we move into the Year of the Fire Horse in 2026.

We begin by reflecting on the Year of the Wood Snake and the slower, more introspective energy that defined this cycle. Letao explains how the transition into the Fire Horse year marks a powerful change in pace, bringing faster movement, heightened intensity, and opportunities for rapid transformation. 

In this episode: 

• The shift from Wood Snake energy to Fire Horse energy and what that means emotionally and energetically
• How fire years can accelerate change and where they can create burnout if we move too fast
• How different Chinese zodiac signs may experience 2026 differently
• Practical guidance for navigating Lunar New Year and the months ahead with intention and balance

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In this episode, we explore gut health and how it impacts overall well-being. Martha Carlin, founder of BiotiQuest, shares her journey into gut health science after her husband was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. That experience led her to leave her to build a science-driven company focused on gut health and chronic disease.

The conversation examines how gut health is connected to chronic conditions such as leaky gut, Parkinson’s disease, diabetes, and inflammation. We also discuss how everyday lifestyle factors can either support or disrupt the gut, including:

• Diet and the impact of the Western food system
• Antibiotics and gut recovery
• Exercise and gut resilience
• Sleep, stress, and nervous system balance

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Our guest today is Hannah Hembree Bell. She is an award winning Austin family law attorney, mom of four, and the founder and CEO of Hembree Bell Law, one of the fastest growing family law firms in the country.

This episode covers so much ground and it is such an important conversation for women, especially in midlife. We start by talking about why marriage and partnership can feel different during menopause and beyond. We discuss why issues like imbalance, resentment, and emotional disconnect can start to surface and why this season of life can be such a turning point for relationships.

Hannah shares practical ways to nurture your marriage, improve communication, and keep your partnership healthy and supportive. We also talk honestly about what happens when the decision to divorce is made. Where to start, what to think about early on, and some common pitfalls to avoid so you feel more empowered and less overwhelmed.

There truly is something for every woman in this episode, whether you are working to strengthen your marriage, navigating big changes in midlife, or considering what is next for you.

Hannah also has an incredible free community and a free course that I will link in the show notes. I absolutely love the resources she offers, so make sure to check them out if you are needing support or guidance

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Today we have Tracy Hoth, a professional organizer and life coach who helps people simplify their homes, their digital spaces, and their lives. Tracy shares how her work evolved from home organizing into helping business owners get organized digitally, and why decluttering is about so much more than just stuff.

We talk about the emotional side of clutter, why it feels so hard to let things go, and how organization can directly impact your mental health, focus, and sense of calm. Tracy breaks down decluttering into manageable, realistic steps so it does not feel overwhelming, especially after the holidays or during life transitions.

Tracy also shares the simple organizing framework she uses with clients, how identity and mindset play a role in staying organized, and why decluttering can be one of the most meaningful gifts you give yourself and your family. 

In this episode, we talk about:

• Why clutter is often emotional, not just physical
• Post holiday organizing tips that feel doable
• How mindset and identity affect your ability to stay organized
• Where to start when decluttering feels overwhelming
• The four step organizing process: sort, purge, assign, contain
• Giving yourself permission to use and enjoy your favorite things
• Common decluttering challenges and how to work through themThis episode is packed with practical tips and mindset shifts to help you create more space, clarity, and ease in your life.

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In this episode of Learning to Glow, I’m joined by health journalist Meghan Rabbitt, who was commissioned by Maria Shriver to write a new book on women’s health that brings together the voices of doctors and experts from across every stage of a woman’s life.

We talk about what women really need to know to take control of their health, from hormones and perimenopause to immune and brain health. Meghan shares what she learned from interviewing some of the leading experts in women’s health and why so many women still struggle to get clear answers and proper care.

In this conversation, we dive into how to find the right doctor, how to prepare for medical appointments, how to listen to your body, and how to advocate for yourself when something does not feel right. If you have ever felt dismissed, overwhelmed, or confused when it comes to your health, this episode will help you feel more informed, confident, and supported.

What I Cover with Meghan in This Episode

• How to find a doctor who listens and takes your concerns seriously
• How to show up prepared and confident for medical appointments
• What women should know about hormones and perimenopause
• How inflammation and the immune system affect overall health
• The connection between hormone health and brain health
• How to track your symptoms and trust what your body is telling you
• New science based rules for women’s health that every woman should know

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